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Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham live and breathe the Scarlet and Gray. As trusted insiders on the Ohio State beat, they bring unmatched access and perspective from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the Horseshoe and beyond. If it’s happening in Buckeye Nation, they’re on it.

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  • September 10 · 27 min

    The Beat: Ohio State, Texas thoughts with third round of heavyweight fight drawing close

    It's Thursday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show and that means discussion about what the guys have on their minds and this week it's all about Ohio State and Texas. The Buckeyes will travel to Austin for one of the season's most anticipated games. What will make the difference as these two heavyweights battle for the third time in three seasons? ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 8 · 49 min

    The Live Show at Roosters: Reviewing Ohio State, Ball State as Bucks eye Texas tussle

    It’s time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road in Columbus with The Austin & Birm Show. Former Buckeyes linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick join the guys and Roosters Nicole Cox to hand out some Buckeye leaves and to start the conversation about the upcoming battle in Texas. And yes, there’s great Roosters food as well. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 8 · 16 min

    Snap Judgments: Ohio State still evaluating offensive line play, Buckeyes focused on Texas tilt

    Ohio State may have more evaluation to do before making any final decisions about its offensive line after Saturday's inconsistent play up front. That's one of the primary things that Ryan Day discussed during his Tuesday press conference at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following the meeting with the media, The Austin & Birm Show broke down their biggest takeaways from Ohio State.

  • September 8 · 25 min

    The Beat: Ohio State rushing attack, defensive pressure in spotlight heading down to Texas

    Ohio State cruised through its season-opening win and had plenty to feel encouraged about in the blowout over Ball State. But Texas is a different animal, and there were some areas that still raised questions for the Buckeyes as they turn the page to that major test on the road on Saturday. Television’s Adam King has those questions ready to go as he chatted with Austin Ward for a TalKing Tuesday on The Beat. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 7 · 28 min

    The Beat: What Ohio State proved in tuneup victory, key questions heading into Texas clash

    The Buckeyes opened up the season by cruising to a tuneup victory over Ball State on Saturday at the Horseshoe. Now the degree of difficulty gets ramped up for Ohio State as it heads down to Texas for a titanic nonconference matchup in Week Two. With a game to finally evaluate, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren joined Austin Ward to break down the biggest developments coming out of the opener on The Beat. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 5 · 22 min

    Snap Judgments: Ohio State steamrolls Ball State but Buckeyes have work to do before Texas tilt

    Ohio State handed Ball State a 56-3 loss in the 2026 season opener and it was a game that provided a lot of excitement and exciting plays but also some things that the Buckeyes will have to attack before heading to Austin, Texas to take on the Longhorns. Following the game and media availability, The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on the game in the latest episode of Snap Judgments, presented by Key Bank. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 4 · 29 min

    Bold Predictions: New Ohio State faces, exciting young freshmen will turn heads in Buckeyes opener

    It's Friday. Ohio State plays Ball State on Saturday. That means we've got Bold Predictions from The Austin & Birm Show. What new faces will emerge against the Cardinals? Who will make the biggest splash of the season opener? Let's dive into it. *Note: Bold Predictions are meant to be fun, insightful and educational but should not be used against the hosts if they turn out to be wildly incorrect.* Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 4 · 39 min

    The Beat: Ohio State mailbag on talented freshmen, Julian Sayin, Matt Patricia's defense and more

    It's Friday and the mailbag returns just in the nick of time as Ohio State is now just one day away from kicking off the 2026 season against Ball State. As they will all season long, The Austin & Birm Show is taking your questions to try and sort out all things Ohio State. What's your question? Let the guys know at TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com and it could appear on next week's episode. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 2 · 18 min

    Snap Judgments: Ohio State outlines special teams plans, Buckeyes done talking, ready to play

    Ohio State football is two days away from the start of the Buckeyes 2026 season and in the final press availability of the preseason Ryan Day shed some light on key remaining issues ahead of the Ball State game on Saturday. Following a meeting with Day and a few coaches, The Austin & Birm Show shared some Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Presented by KeyBank. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 2 · 22 min

    The Beat: Jason Moore seems ready to emerge for Ohio State in year four under Larry Johnson

    Every year it seems a veteran defensive lineman at Ohio State emerges when some have written them off. Is this year's candidate to be that guy Jason Moore? The Buckeyes coaching staff, led by Ryan Day, continues to mention Moore and everyone knows the rules: there are no accidents when Day speaks into a microphone. Who else is The Austin & Birm Show hearing good things about? Let's dive into the latest round of stocks. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 1 · 16 min

    Snap Judgments: Ohio State receivers, Art Smith influence leads way in Ryan Day press conference

    Ryan Day, Carson Hinzman and Earl Little Jr. met with the media on Tuesday afternoon and broke down all the latest thoughts heading into the Buckeyes 2026 season opener against Ball State. Following the press conference, The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on what they heard in the latest episode of Snap Judgments, presented by Key Bank. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • September 1 · 25 min

    The Beat: Pressing questions as Ryan Day, Ohio State enter season-opening Game Week

    At long last, a real Talking Tuesday before a game-week press conference at Ohio State has arrived. Buckeyes coach Ryan Day will be on the microphone at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to preview the season-opening matchup with Ball State later on Tuesday, and Television’s Adam King got set for that media session with his weekly chat with Austin Ward on The Beat as kickoff draws ever closer for the program. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 31 · 43 min

    The Live Show at Roosters: Ohio State game week arrives as Buckeyes put offseason to bed

    It’s the end of the offseason and the Buckeyes are back on the football field this weekend for the 2026 season opener against Ball State. However, before head to Saturday it’s time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters with The Austin & Birm Show and former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick. The guys are joined by Roosters restaurants Nicole Cox and to dish on what they’re most excited about seeing from this year’s national championship contender. And yes, there’s great Roosters food as well. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

  • August 31 · 26 min

    The Beat: Season-opening intrigue for Ohio State starts with personnel, game-plan approach

    The season opener is finally here for Ohio State. And just like every year, the debut for the Buckeyes is absolutely loaded with storylines and key players to watch. The intrigue might be more related to Week Two and the trip to Texas instead of the Ball State matchup, but every season starts somewhere. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren drops by The Beat for his weekly chat to offer his insight into everything packed into the opener this week alongside Austin Ward.

  • August 28 · 41 min

    The Beat: Ohio State mailbag talks Kenyatta Jackson impact, Buckeyes NFL Draft prospects and more

    We've made it to the start of the college football season and even though Ohio State doesn't play for another week we're counting that as a win. The Austin & Birm Show will spend every Friday morning answering viewer questions about the Buckeyes and that's what today's episode of The Beat is all about. Want to have your question featured on the next mailbag episode? Send in your thoughts to TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

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