Round Up On Rocky by TPL Tennessee

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Saddle up and get ready for a Tennessee-sized storytelling. The Round Up on Rocky Top brings together the best of Volunteer Country-highlighting the voices of our student athletes across Tennessee Athletics. Each episode rounds up the hottest topics blending insider stories, and a whole lot of orange pride. Whether it's game-day passion, or the voices shaping the future at The University of Tennessee, The Round Up on Rocky Top is your front-row seat to the heart of Tennessee.

  1. Inside the Tennessee Locker Room with Ethan Burg, Nate Ament, Bishop Boswell and Grant Hurst: SEC Battles, Rick Barnes & March Madness

    Mar 7

    Inside the Tennessee Locker Room with Ethan Burg, Nate Ament, Bishop Boswell and Grant Hurst: SEC Battles, Rick Barnes & March Madness

    Host Grant Hurst sits down with Bishop Boswell, Ethan Burg, and Nate Ament to talk about the Tennessee basketball season, life under Coach Rick Barnes, and the grind of SEC play. The guys also share locker room stories, NBA talk, and what makes this team dangerous heading into March. Presented by DICK’S House of Sport, proud sponsor of Tennessee Athletics and the Lady Vols. Subscribe for more episodes of More Than Hoops and follow us on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. #MoreThanHoops #TennesseeBasketball #Vols #SECbasketball #CollegeBasketball #BasketballPodcast: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  2. Two of College Hoop's Most Electric Guards Go Deep | Tennessee’s Ja'Kobi Gillespie & Bishop Boswell

    Feb 7

    Two of College Hoop's Most Electric Guards Go Deep | Tennessee’s Ja'Kobi Gillespie & Bishop Boswell

    Grant sits down with Ja'Kobi Gillespie (Greeneville, TN) and Bishop Boswell (Charlotte, NC) to talk about what it really takes to survive and thrive in today’s college game. From pace, toughness, leadership, and IQ — to NIL, the transfer portal, and March Madness pressure — this episode goes way deeper than the box score. Today’s episode is brought to you by Dick’s House of Sport, proud sponsor of UT Athletics. For more information and to enter to win the Tennessee Sweepstakes click the link: https://survey.medallia.com/?7W6cAs-UTCourtside&Channel=misc We cover: 🏀 What parts of their games are still underrated 🏀 How college basketball has changed with NIL, social media & the portal 🏀 Competing against experienced transfers 🏀 One drill every guard should live by 🏀 Guard mentality when shots aren’t falling 🏀 “Next play” mindset under pressure 🏀 Film study habits and attacking elite defenders 🏀 Reading switches and on-ball defense 🏀 Funny in-game trash talk moments 🏀 Practice drills (yes… the balloons 🎈) 🏀 Handling interviews after losses 🏀 Super Bowl & NBA trade deadline talk 🏀 Rapid-fire player comparisons This is real hoop talk — mentality, preparation, leadership, and life as a modern college athlete. 🎙 Hosted by Grant Hurst 📌 Powered by TPL – More Than Hoops 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for more insight — from the source to the fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min
  3. More Than Hoops | Deniya Prawl, Mya Pauldo & Lauren Hurst on Confidence, Sisterhood and We Back Pat Culture

    Jan 17

    More Than Hoops | Deniya Prawl, Mya Pauldo & Lauren Hurst on Confidence, Sisterhood and We Back Pat Culture

    Grant Hurst of Tennessee Men's Basketball  sits down with Deniya Prawl, Mya Pauldo, and Lauren Hurst for a special 'We Back Pat Week' conversation about sisterhood, confidence, and life as elite college basketball players. From New Jersey and Toronto to the bright lights of Knoxville, these athletes share what it really takes to compete, grow, and lead at the highest level in the SEC and across college basketball.  📲 Don’t Forget To: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Share with Vol Nation ✅ Comment your favorite moment 00:00 – We Back Pat Intro & Hook   01:12 – Welcome to More Than Hoops   03:05 – Meet Deniya Prawl & Mya Pauldo   06:10 – From New Jersey & Toronto to Knoxville   09:40 – McDonald’s All-American Journey   13:20 – The Pauldo Twin Dynamic   17:05 – Embarrassing Sibling Stories   21:30 – How Basketball Started for Us   26:15 – When We Knew We Were Different   31:40 – Sacrifices, Other Sports & Influences   36:10 – Personality Comparisons & Competition   40:45 – What Is We Back Pat Week?   45:30 – Pat Summitt’s Legacy & Candace Parker Quote   50:10 – Confidence as Freshmen   54:40 – Deniya’s Big MTSU Night   58:30 – How We Celebrate Success   1:02:15 – Lauren on Lady Vol Sisterhood   1:06:40 – Balancing Class, Practice & Family   1:10:50 – Real Challenges of College Athletes   1:15:30 – Knoxville Feels Like Home   1:19:40 – Advice to Young Women   1:23:30 – Final Thoughts & Shoutout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min

  4. 12/15/2025

    Vols Jalen McMurray, Braylon Staley, Jourdan Thomas and Jackson Ross Talk Recruiting, Bowl Prep & More

    Welcome back to Round Up on Rocky Top, presented by TPL, and hosted by Jalen McMurray. In this episode, Jalen is joined by Braylon Staley, Jackson Ross, and Jourdan Thomas for a candid roundtable discussion covering everything from Vols football, recruiting, playoff predictions, and bowl prep, to fan interactions, charity moments, and Christmas favorites. Episode Highlights Braylon Staley on SEC honors, fan support, and giving back Playoff predictions: Who’s winning it all? Recruiting talk: Who the Vols are most excited to welcome Jackson Ross on arriving at Tennessee, bowl games, and opting out Spotify Wrapped live reactions 🎶 Jourdan Thomas on bowl preparation, perspective gained at Tennessee, and life beyond Rocky Top Fun moments, Christmas talk, and a live “Call a Coach” challenge This episode gives Vols fans a behind-the-scenes look at the culture, mindset, and brotherhood of Tennessee Football — straight from the players. 🔔 Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Vols content all season long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min

  5. 11/23/2025

    Leadership Evolution: Navigating Changes in Tennessee Baseball w/ Ariel Antigua & Jay Abernathy

    Join Ariel Antigua and Jay Abernathy as they dive into the latest updates from Tennessee Baseball. From team chemistry and leadership roles, to the new era of Baseball with Coach Elander, this episode is packed with insights and stories that showcase the spirit and determination of the team. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at what makes this season one to watch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  6. Tennessee Basketball Freshmen Troy Henderson and Dwayne Brown get personal on More Than Hoops

    11/11/2025

    Tennessee Basketball Freshmen Troy Henderson and Dwayne Brown get personal on More Than Hoops

    Hosts Grant Hurst and Cade Phillips sit down with Tennessee freshmen Troy Henderson and Dwayne Brown for an honest, behind-the-scenes look at life inside the Tennessee Volunteers' Basketball. From late-night workouts to the electric atmosphere of Thompson-Boling Arena, this episode goes beyond the highlights — exploring the mindset, brotherhood, and mental toughness that define what it means to play for Coach Rick Barnes and the Big Orange. 🏀 Inside this episode: The freshmen’s origin stories and when they knew basketball was more than a dream The family-first culture that drives Tennessee basketball Mental health, balance, and staying grounded under pressure The impact of Coach Barnes’ lifetime contract and new assistant coaches Game reflections from the season opener NBA inspirations — from KD to Jimmy Butler A fun Fast Break round that gives fans a glimpse at the team’s personality Whether you’re a lifelong Vol or new to the orange-and-white, this episode shows why Tennessee’s future is in great hands. 📍 Recorded in Knoxville, TN 🎧 Listen now where you get your podcasts and subscribe for more exclusive access to Tennessee Basketball! Tags Sec basketball - ncaa basketball - Cade Phillips - Grant Hurst - coach Rick Barnes - college hoops - leadership - brotherhood - Tennessee basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min

  7. 11/07/2025

    Locked In: Inside the Vols Defense with Vols DL Caleb Herring & DL Jalen McMurray

    Vols DB Jalen McMurray sits down with Caleb Herring (#9, DL) for an authentic player-to-player conversation that dives into the brotherhood, grind, and mindset driving the Vols defense. From DB–DL chemistry and practice battles to Coach Garner stories and film-room secrets, this episode gives you the unfiltered look at what it takes to thrive on Rocky Top. They talk: 🏈 How the Vols defense builds trust and energy week-to-week 🔥 Funniest moments in the locker room 💪 Caleb’s journey — from recruiting to breakout 🎧 Pregame hype songs and pro football hot takes 🧠 Word association with teammates (you don’t wanna miss this one) Tap in for 35 minutes of locker-room honesty meets film-room IQ — straight from the guys who live it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min

  8. 10/27/2025

    Will Wright joins Jalen McMurray to talk Vols Defense, SEC Dogfights & Fan University

    This week, Vols veteran Will Wright joins The Round Up on Rocky Top to talk all things Vols football! From SEC battles and behind-the-scenes locker room stories to what “communication is VIP” really means on game day, Will joins Jalen McMurray to give fans an inside look at the grind for this Tennessee Football team.  Plus, the guys pick the Player of the Game, break down top NFL performers, and introduce Fan University — where Vol Nation can prep like the players. 🔥 Don’t miss the hot takes at the end. Full of laughs and designed just for the die hard fan. 📢 Subscribe, like, and share with Vol Nation so we can hear from YOU! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
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Saddle up and get ready for a Tennessee-sized storytelling. The Round Up on Rocky Top brings together the best of Volunteer Country-highlighting the voices of our student athletes across Tennessee Athletics. Each episode rounds up the hottest topics blending insider stories, and a whole lot of orange pride. Whether it's game-day passion, or the voices shaping the future at The University of Tennessee, The Round Up on Rocky Top is your front-row seat to the heart of Tennessee.

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    DCP Entertainment
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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17

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