The Win or Lose Podcast

Luke Ingham
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The Win or Lose Podcast is your go-to show for all things Washington State Athletics—with a little Seattle sports mixed in. Hosted by a lifelong Seattleite and diehard WSU fan, this podcast breaks down the wins, the losses, and everything in between across college and pro sports. Whether it’s solo game recaps, co-hosted couch conversations, or interviews with fellow fans and voices in the sports world, the vibe is always casual—like talking ball with friends after the game. Expect honest takes, smart discussion, and plenty of fun as we engage fans of WSU, Seattle teams, and beyond in healthy, educated sports talk. Win or lose, we’re talking sports.

  1. Oct 8

    Is WSU’s Offense Fixable? Breaking Down the Cougars’ Inauspicious Start with Greg Woods

    In this episode, Greg Woods and I break down Washington State football’s offense and what needs to change moving forward. What is going wrong with the WSU offense? Are these flaws correctable? And what difference can we expect to see from Kirby Moore and his play calling? We also dive into the WSU quarterback situation, offensive struggles, and plenty of general ranting (by me) about the ineptitude we’ve seen from the Cougars so far this season. Before wrapping up, we discuss just how impressive Washington State’s defense has been, what has gone right on that side of the ball, and the bigger-picture outlook for WSU football moving forward in the new-look Pac-12. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Game Recap03:06 Offensive Performance Analysis05:55 Quarterback Challenges08:54 Transition from FCS to FBS12:02 Coaching and Preparation Issues15:05 Looking Ahead to Utah State26:40 Coaching Dynamics and Player Performance29:03 Evaluating Offensive Struggles34:08 Personnel Decisions and Team Cohesion43:02 NIL Impact on Roster Decisions50:41 Coaching Decisions and Team Dynamics52:41 Evaluating Player Performance54:58 Fan Engagement and Game Atmosphere56:24 Defensive Performance Under Pressure01:00:11 Establishing Team Identity01:02:49 Future Prospects and Program Stability01:04:13 The Urgency of Improvement01:06:10 Navigating the New Pac-12 Landscape01:09:05 The Role of NIL in Team Success01:11:14 Looking Ahead: Building for the Future

  2. Oct 2

    Are the Sonics Coming Back!? The NBA’s Expansion Plans & a Mariners Postmortem with Tim Booth

    In this episode, host Lucas Ingham is joined by Tim Booth of The Seattle Times to discuss the latest surrounding the Seattle SuperSonics and NBA expansion. Tim breaks down the details of Seattle’s NBA expansion bid, including the timeline for an expansion vote, potential ownership, and what the return of the Sonics could look like. We also wrap up by discussing the Seattle Mariners’ disappointing 2026 season, the firing of Dan Wilson, what went wrong for the Mariners, and how Seattle can look to improve heading into the future. #SeattleSuperSonics #Sonics #NBAExpansion #SeattleMariners #Mariners #NBA #SeattleSports #TimBooth #DanWilson #GoMariners

  3. Sep 30

    Protect College Sports Act, WSU Athletics & Football with Matt Loveless

    In this episode, Edward R. Murrow College graduate and assistant professor Matt Loveless joins the show to discuss the impact of the Protect College Sports Act, the importance of WSU Athletics’ growth over the next five years, and his outlook for WSU football for the rest of the season. Thumbnail photo credit: Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

  4. Sep 23

    WSU's First Win: Observations, Adjustments Heading Into a Fun Arizona Weekend with Adam Lewis

    On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Adam Lewis, formerly of The Seattle Post-Intelligencer and a contributor to CougFan.com, to discuss the latest surrounding Washington State football. Adam and I break down what WSU can take away from its 48-7 win over Duquesne, what the victory means for the Cougars moving forward, and our outlook for the rest of the 2026 season. We also preview this weekend’s matchup against Arizona and discuss what we’ll be watching for from WSU as conference play approaches. Unfortunately, we lost Adam’s video feed about halfway through the podcast, but he continued to provide great insight and analysis throughout the rest of the conversation. #WSU #GoCougs #WSUFootball #WashingtonStateFootball #Pac12 #CollegeFootball

  5. Sep 17

    Time to Panic on Offense!? WSU Football, Jerry Dipoto & Drew Lock with Jim Moore

    This episode dives into the latest surrounding Washington State football, including the Cougars’ offensive struggles, play calling, quarterback performance, receivers, and the backup QB situation. Jim & I discuss what has gone wrong offensively, expectations for WSU moving forward, game predictions, home attendance, rivalry games, and the passion that comes with being a Cougar fan. The conversation then shifts to the Seattle Mariners and Jerry Dipoto, as we break down the team’s disappointing season, the front office’s influence on baseball decisions, accountability, and whether Seattle needs a fresh approach. Jim and I also discuss whether Drew Lock can be a sustainable option at quarterback for the Seahawks and what his role could look like moving forward.

  6. Sep 9

    Recapping WSU’s Strong Apple Cup Performance & Previewing Kansas State with Greg Woods

    In this episode of the Win Or Lose Podcast, Luke & Greg recap Washington State’s impressive Apple Cup performance and look ahead to the Cougars’ upcoming road matchup against Kansas State. The conversation breaks down WSU’s dominant defensive performance, offensive struggles and adjustments, quarterback play, game planning, and the importance of winning the turnover battle. We also discuss what the Apple Cup revealed about the Cougars’ strengths and weaknesses, including quarterback decision-making, offensive strategy, and the potential impact of the offensive line. Looking ahead to Kansas State football, we preview the Wildcats’ offense, quarterback situation, receiving corps, defensive line, and offensive line while discussing the challenges WSU will face in Manhattan. We also examine Kansas State’s football culture, the atmosphere surrounding the program, early-morning kickoff challenges, travel and game preparation, and what WSU fans can expect on game day. Plus, we discuss how WSU’s current team compares to previous seasons, expectations for the rest of the season, the potential of the Cougars’ defense, coaches’ press conferences, and what makes Manhattan, Kansas, a unique college football destination. Thumbnail credit: Caden Pinnick Photo - @WSUCougarFB Kansas State Photo - Evert Nelson/The Topeka Capital-Journal

  7. Sep 5

    ALMOST THAT TIME! WSU Band Drama + Apple Cup Breakdown

    We talk about the controversy surrounding the UW and WSU bands ahead of the Apple Cup, what led to it, the financial and seating issues involved, and how it could affect the atmosphere at the game.

  8. Sep 2

    Alex Brink Talks Apple Cup, Training With Caden Pinnick & the Future of the Pac-12

    The conversation with former Washington State quarterback Alex Brink covers his memories of Coach Doba, Caden Pinnick’s potential as WSU’s starting quarterback, the significance of the Apple Cup rivalry, the future of college football, and the outlook for Washington State and the Pac-12 heading into the upcoming season.

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The Win or Lose Podcast is your go-to show for all things Washington State Athletics—with a little Seattle sports mixed in. Hosted by a lifelong Seattleite and diehard WSU fan, this podcast breaks down the wins, the losses, and everything in between across college and pro sports. Whether it’s solo game recaps, co-hosted couch conversations, or interviews with fellow fans and voices in the sports world, the vibe is always casual—like talking ball with friends after the game. Expect honest takes, smart discussion, and plenty of fun as we engage fans of WSU, Seattle teams, and beyond in healthy, educated sports talk. Win or lose, we’re talking sports.

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  • Creator
    Luke Ingham
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Luke Ingham
  • Show Website
    The Win or Lose Podcast

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