

Murph & Andy
Iowa Everywhere
The duo of Keith Murphy and Andy Fales has for decades been an institution for sports fans looking for thoughtful discourse in the state of Iowa. For 15 years, “Murph & Andy” dominated the airways of KXnO Radio and now will be heard exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. From movie reviews to their classic “more” conversations, Murph & Andy were pioneers in changing sports talk radio in our state and around the country.
- 24 episodes
- a few times a week
- Avg 1 hr 21 min
- English
Wednesday · 1 hr 11 min- MA

Monday · 1 hr 21 minMurph & Andy: CyHawk and Bail Mary
Cy-Hawk Week is officially here! Keith Murphy and Andy Fale break down Iowa and Iowa State's Week 1 wins before looking ahead to the biggest game in the state. Iowa dominated Northern Illinois 40-0 behind Hank Brown, Kamari Moulton, Tony Diaz, and a suffocating defense, while Iowa State opened the Jimmy Rogers era with a 38-10 win over SEMO. The guys discuss what they learned from both teams, the Iowa quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Heklinski, Iowa State's new-look defense and offensive line, and what to expect when the Hawkeyes and Cyclones meet Saturday in Iowa City. Plus, Murph & Andy react to Michigan's bizarre two-Hail-Mary win over Western Michigan, debate the Big Ten's clock controversy, revisit some legendary Cy-Hawk memories, discuss whether Kirk Ferentz or Jimmy Rogers has more pressure to win, and reveal the results of the Cy-Hawk Week poll. Also: Lane Kiffin's big LSU win, Sam Leavitt's outrageous pregame routine, Buc-ee's coming to Iowa, Instant Iowa and Instant Iowa State, and another classic What's Bugging Andy. It's a full Monday of Iowa sports, college football, and Cy-Hawk Week on Murph & Andy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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September 4 · 1 hr 44 minMurph & Andy: Game Week and Big Red Takedown
Football Friday has arrived, and Iowa and Iowa State are finally ready to kick off their seasons! Murph & Andy get ready for opening weekend as the Hawkeyes host Northern Illinois and the Cyclones take on Southeast Missouri State. The guys make their Week 1 predictions, including whether Iowa State can win by 40+, whether Iowa can score 50 points and whether Hank Brown can outplay Jeremy Hecklinski. They also discuss the latest college football headlines, including UMass' shocking upset of Rutgers, Colorado's wild finish against Georgia Tech, LSU's ongoing roster drama and more ahead of Week 1. Plus, Team USA dominates China at the World Cup, Caitlin Clark makes an impact off the bench, Cathy Engelbert announces her retirement plans, Scott School returns with a Nebraska season prediction, and the guys tackle another edition of Unnecessary Censorship, Throwdowns, What's Bugging You, the Weekend Radar, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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September 2 · 1 hr 17 minANF, QB1, Is This Really A Movie? Murph & Andy
Murph and Andy discuss Iowa's QB situation, Iowa State's new roster, plus Brandon Scherff joins as the ANF honoree, movies, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 31 · 1 hr 17 minMurph & Andy: CyHawk Ceiling vs Floor, Barnes the Banker
Iowa and Iowa State football are finally here, and Murph & Andy debate the ceiling and floor for both teams and whether those win totals are realistic heading into Saturday's season openers. The guys also react to a wild college football weekend, including North Carolina's win over TCU, TCU's 11 penalties, USC's embarrassing empty-stadium situation, North Dakota State's first FBS game, Hawaii vs. Stanford, and Grand View's 51-0 win over Peru State. Plus, they discuss Xavier Nwankpa signing with the Kansas City Chiefs, Max Llewellyn joining the Miami Dolphins, the bizarre Daejon Love alleged scam involving 26 women and $1.3 million, and Jenny's first pitch at the Bondurant Little League fundraiser. And in Who Won the Weekend?, Murph & Andy highlight former NBA star Harrison Barnes, who has invested $25 million of his own money and become the majority owner of a local bank. Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 28 · 1 hr 40 minMurph & Andy: Football Friday and Classic Sports Fales
Football is officially back, and Murph & Andy kick off Football Friday with Valley vs. Dowling and a wild opening week of college football. The guys react to several Week Zero upsets, including South Dakota Mines' shocking win over Drake, Louisiana Christian beating Northwestern State, and other FCS and Division II surprises. They also ask whether this new anything-can-happen era of college football is something fans should love or miss the old days. The show also looks back 25 years at an old Andy Fales sportscast, revisits the legendary 2006 Rose Bowl between Texas and USC and Vince Young, and discusses the NFL officially putting the Pro Bowl out of its misery. Plus, Davenport's run at the Little League World Series, debating whether NCAA Women's March Madness is trolling fans with its latest marketing, and getting into the slow walker vs. slow driver debate. This Week in Iowa: Unnecessary Censorship, What's Bugging You, Throwdowns, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 26 · 1 hr 17 minMurph & Andy: Dolly Unites US and Betting The Under
Iowa's quarterback battle is still far from settled. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the latest practice reports, where Hank Brown reportedly looked better than Jeremy Hecklinski. After Hecklinski's spectacular Kids' Day performance, the latest reports have the guys wondering whether Iowa could actually start the season with both quarterbacks competing for the job. The guys also argue that college football should start this weekend, pointing out that players are ready, summer is essentially over, and fans are counting down the days until the season begins. They discuss Iowa State's upcoming opener against Southeast Missouri State and the Cyclones' attempt to sell fans on the game-day experience even if the team's outlook remains uncertain. Plus, Murph & Andy discuss the Big Ten and SEC drawing a line on professional athletes returning to college, whether that rule could face legal challenges, the death of Dolly Parton and actor Tim Curry, Iowa and Iowa State's chances of going 6-6, movie reviews, horror vs. Hallmark Christmas movies, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 24 · 1 hr 6 minMurph & Andy: Caitlin Goes Off and Back to School
Caitlin Clark went OFF, Iowa Everywhere After Dark was a huge success, and it’s officially back-to-school season in Iowa. Andrew Downs fills in for Keith Murphy alongside Andy Fales for a packed Monday edition of Murph & Andy. Caitlin Clark drops 37 points and eight 3-pointers as the Indiana Fever roll past Chicago. Plus, a full recap of the Iowa Everywhere Live party, the Iowa State Fair shatters the all-time attendance record, George Kittle returns to practice, and the guys wonder why college football doesn’t just start already. Also: Who Won the Weekend, Davenport’s run in the Little League World Series, the Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson, Grandview’s Iowa Everywhere jersey patches, back-to-school chaos, Bob Feller’s return from World War II, Throwdowns and MORE! In this episode: • Caitlin Clark scores 37 points for Indiana • Iowa Everywhere Live recap • Iowa State Fair attendance record shattered • George Kittle returns to practice • Why college football should start this weekend • Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns • Davenport Little League World Series run • Grandview’s Iowa Everywhere jersey patches • Who Won the Weekend • MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 21 · 1 hr 17 minWhatever Beth Wants and Killin' Me Killyan | Murph & Andy
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August 19 · 1 hr 18 minMurph & Andy: Pablo Pledgescobar and Little League Sign Stealing
Keith Murphy & Andy Fales break down the Little League sign-stealing controversy involving Davenport Northwest, which advanced to the Little League World Series despite an Iowa player being accused of relaying signs from second base. They discuss the difference between Little League and Major League Baseball rules, whether the incident was simply gamesmanship or crossed the line, and whether coaches should be held responsible. They also cover ESPN's Pat McAfee saturation, Stephen A. Smith, the changing sports-media landscape, Penn State's alleged fraternity cocaine-trafficking case, Iowa State football's unprecedented roster turnover, the Iowa State Fair, Jason Parkin's Parkinson's diagnosis, Columbia House shutting down, the most annoying movie coworkers with Mr. Movie, new movie recommendations, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 17 · 1 hr 14 minMurph & Andy: Heck of a QB and Miserable Fans
Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down Jeremy Hecklinski's five-touchdown performance at Kids' Day, his accuracy and quick decision-making, and why the redshirt freshman may have separated himself from Hank Brown in Iowa's quarterback competition. They also discuss Kirk Ferentz's "cloudy" QB comments and the Hawkeyes' long history of controversial quarterback decisions. Plus, Murph & Andy debate the most miserable fan bases in college football, including Nebraska, Florida State, Iowa State, Wisconsin, Penn State and Alabama; react to Ohio State moving Senior Day; criticize the Big 12's Monster Energy jersey patches; discuss Russell Westbrook's NBA legacy; recap the Iowa State Fair; and welcome Emery Songer and Ben Bruns to the new Instant Iowa State show. Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 14 · 1 hr 37 minMurph & Andy Live from the Iowa State Fair!
Murph & Andy Live from the Iowa State Fair! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 12 · 1 hr 24 minMurph & Andy: Cyclones Bowling? Field of Dreams Flaws
Iowa State football is facing a huge question heading into the 2026 season: Would Cyclone fans take 6-6 right now? Keith Murphy and Andy Fales debate the expectations for Jimmy Rogers' first season, react to the computer projection of 3-9, and discuss what a bowl game would mean for Iowa State. Plus, the guys break down the biggest flaws in the Field of Dreams movie, react to Kyler Murray being named the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback, celebrate the Iowa Everywhere Live sellout, preview the Iowa State Fair, discuss a potential Buc-ee's coming to the Des Moines metro, revisit Jack Tatum's infamous hit, St. Louis sports icon Mike Bush is retiring, debate MLB's potential salary cap, and investigate how Iowa State kicker Kyle Conrady actually pronounces his own name. Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 10 · 1 hr 17 minMurph & Andy: Iowa Everywhere After Dark and More WNBA Drama
Caitlin Clark's latest technical foul had the WNBA reversing course almost immediately. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the controversy, discuss the league's officiating, and debate what's next for the WNBA's biggest star. Plus, Iowa Everywhere After Dark details, Don Nelson's extraordinary life, Roger Craig's Hall of Fame induction, NASCAR at Iowa Speedway, the Big 12's Monster Energy partnership, and another edition of Who Won the Weekend, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 7 · 1 hr 48 minMurph & Andy: More Like Purdon't, NFL Preseason Feels
Football season is finally here. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the return of NFL preseason football, break down ESPN's win probabilities for Iowa and Iowa State, discuss Jimmy Rogers' confidence heading into his first season with the Cyclones, and react to Purdue's new athletic director going viral for all the wrong reasons. Plus, NASCAR weekend returns to Iowa Speedway, Caitlin Clark makes Team USA's World Cup roster, Scott School and MORE! 🏈 In this episode: • NASCAR weekend returns to Iowa Speedway • Purdue's new AD sparks instant controversy • NFL preseason football is finally back • Iowa's projected win probabilities • Can the Hawkeyes survive their toughest stretch? • Iowa State's outlook under Jimmy Rogers • Jimmy Rogers explains why he picked the Cyclones to win the Big 12 • Caitlin Clark makes Team USA's World Cup roster • Scott School • MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 5 · 1 hr 29 minMurph & Andy: Top 25 Poll Drops and Top Tier NFL QBs
Football season is officially here as Iowa and Iowa State open fall camp. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the first Coaches Poll of the season, discuss whether Indiana is being overlooked, break down the Hawkeyes' and Cyclones' toughest stretches, and debate which team is more likely to exceed expectations. Plus, the guys rank the NFL's elite quarterbacks, discuss why Caitlin Clark shouldn't be forced into every political debate surrounding the WNBA, revisit the Field of Dreams game, and reveal the movies that landed them in the "penalty box" with their wives. In this episode: • Iowa and Iowa State begin fall camp • Breaking down the preseason Coaches Poll • Is Indiana still being underestimated? • Iowa's brutal three-game stretch • What to expect from Jimmy Rogers' first Iowa State team • Ranking the NFL's top-tier quarterbacks • The Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham discussion • Mr. Movie reviews Spider-Man: Brand New Day and movie "penalty box" picks • MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 3 · 1 hr 12 minMurph & Andy: Seniors Return and Crown the Dodgers?
College sports get even more complicated as a judge grants the NCAA's Class of 2022 another year of eligibility, creating more roster and NIL questions just weeks before football season. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the latest college athletics chaos, discuss the Dodgers landing Tarik Skubal at the trade deadline, debate whether baseball's biggest spenders are ruining the sport, and share an unforgettable personal story about Murph's father's wedding ring. Plus, Who Won the Weekend, Throwdowns, and MORE! • NCAA grants the Class of 2022 a fifth year of eligibility • Why the latest ruling creates more confusion for college sports • How the decision impacts Iowa, Iowa State, and NIL rosters • Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal and baseball's spending imbalance • Is MLB becoming unfair? • Who Won the Weekend • MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 31 · 1 hr 40 minLong Live Cy-Hawk and Cignetti Throws Down: Murph & Andy
Keith Murphy and Andy Fales discuss Big Ten coaches Curt Cignetti, Matt Rhule, and Kirk Ferentz, plus Scott School and This Week in Iowa Unnecessary Censorship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 27 · 1 hr 6 minMurph & Andy: Where the Hawkeyes will Finish in Big Ten Football?
Where will Iowa finish in the Big Ten this season? Keith Murphy and Andy Fales debate the Hawkeyes' preseason outlook. Before reacting to LeBron James joining the 76ers, and recap Murph's unforgettable Lionel Richie concert adventure after a travel day from hell. 🏈 Iowa Football The guys discuss: • Iowa being picked eighth in the Big Ten preseason poll • Why Kirk Ferentz's consistency continues to stand out • The Hawkeyes' quarterback competition • Why predicting college football has never been harder 🌪️ Iowa State • Jimmy Rogers' first season expectations • Why the Cyclones are one of college football's biggest unknowns 🏀 Sports & MORE! • LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers • WNBA All-Star Weekend and Caitlin Clark • Murph's travel nightmare to see Lionel Richie • Family vacation in Door County • Extreme Midwest heat • AI catches students cheating Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 24 · 1 hr 15 minFootball Tax, IMAX FOMO, Pavi-Ope: Murph & Andy
Andrew Downs and Scott Siepker talk LeBron to Philly, tax money for state athletic programs, The Odyssey in IMAX, and Diego Pavia's release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices