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Austin & Birm

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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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  • August 27 · 41 min

    The Beat: Ohio State season-long Bold Predictions on team MVPs, potential Buckeyes award winners

    The 2026 Ohio State football season is right around the corner and that means its time for some Bold Predictions from The Austin & Birm Show. Who will be the team's most valuable players on offense or defense? Who is going to be in New York to win the Heisman? It's a bit of a meandering discussion but with so many unknowns, the season ahead feels wildly unpredictable. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 26 · 13 min

    Snap Judgments: Ohio State captains meet with media, Legend Bey, Arthur Smith conversations lead way

    Ohio State had its seven captains meet with the media on Wednesday night as the Buckeyes draw ever closer to kicking off their 2026 season against Ball State. Two off-season discussions that have dominated the conversations over the last few months once again were key talking points. The Austin & Birm Show has Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 24 · 42 min

    The Live Show at Roosters: Ohio State captains, scrimmage talk with training camp in rearview

    It's time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road in Columbus as the Buckeyes draw ever closer to the start of the 2026 football at Ohio State. The Austin & Birm Show is joined by former Buckeyes Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick as well as Roosters Nicole Cox to dive into the latest happenings at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. 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

  • August 24 · 23 min

    The Beat: Feisty, chippy Ohio State closes training camp ready to start season strong

    Ohio State wrapped up another scrimmage, named team captains and awarded the Block O jersey over the weekend as training camp came to a close. The opener is still a dozen days away from the Buckeyes, but it’s now time to shift attention into game-prep mode as the program looks for a fast start to the season. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren swings by The Beat for his weekly chat to offer his insight into the process alongside Austin Ward.

  • August 21 · 34 min

    The Beat: Ohio State mailbag questions on tight end usage, defensive line rotation and much more

    It's time for another Freaky Friday mailbag on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show as the guys once again your questions and give them the spotlight they deserve. Want your thoughts on the next mailbag? Send in your questions to TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 20 · 24 min

    The Beat: Simeon Caldwell, other Ohio State players emerging as Buckeyes continue training camp

    Ohio State has a ton of quality depth pieces that have been discussed throughout the Buckeyes training camp but some players, like Simeon Caldwell, are starting to turn heads. The Austin & Birm Show has thoughts about some of the names being talked about on and off the field. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 19 · 21 min

    The Beat: Most encouraging, concerning Ohio State developments after two camp weeks

    A second scrimmage is sneaking up for Ohio State, and the start of the season isn’t really all that far away at this point as training camp continues to ramp up at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. With two full weeks of practice in the books for the Buckeyes, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down the latest developments for the preseason No. 1 team and what has his attention heading into this next critical stretch of workouts. It’s a midweek Boren Blitz with Austin Ward on The Beat, presented by The Waterworks. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

  • August 18 · 21 min

    The Beat: Evaluation strength of Ohio State case as preseason No. 1, new training-camp questions

    Ohio State has hit the double-digit mark of practices in training camp, and its next two media availabilities are on tap in the middle of the week. Those sessions along with the unveiling of the AP Preseason poll gave plenty of fodder for Television’s Adam King to consider as he joined Austin Ward for his weekly chat on The Beat, presented by the Waterworks. How strong is the case for the Buckeyes to be the top-ranked team in the nation? It’s leading the way on TalKing Tuesday. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

  • August 17 · 26 min

    The Beat: Ohio State backup quarterback heating up as Buckeyes stock market reopens in training camp

    Ryan Day was clear that Luke Fahey is a real candidate to be the backup quarterback this season at Ohio State during his Saturday morning press conference. And that means Luke Fahey is a new and unexpected stock The Austin & Birm Show are buying. Who else is blooming for the Buckeyes? Check out the latest episode of The Beat, presented by The Waterworks. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

  • August 14 · 36 min

    The Beat: Ohio State mailbag questions on Jeremiah Smith, Buckeyes offensive line approach and more

    It's Friday so The Austin & Birm Show are opening up the mailbag and answering viewer questions about all things Ohio State as the Buckeyes work to the end of their first full week of training camp. Get your question answered by submitting your thoughts to TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

  • August 13 · 22 min

    The Beat: Ohio State thoughts for Matt Patricia, key transfers set to meet with media on Thursday

    It's Thursday on The Beat and that means The Austin & Birm Show are thinking all kinds of thoughts about Ohio State football. With Matt Patricia and three defensive transfers set to speak to the media on Thursday morning, the guys are breaking down the things that have been on their minds lately. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

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