Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered: Iowa Football Rewind

Brion and Nick reflect back on this weekend's trip back to Iowa City to honor the 1985 Rose Bowl team before and after the Indiana homecoming game. Learn more about the 1985 Rose Bowl team at https://hawkeyerecap.com/season.asp?sport=Football&season=1985-1986Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Iowa defensive lineman (1972-74), former Iowa assistant coach (1977-1989) and former Iowa State head coach Dan McCarney (1995-2006). We learn about his journey growing up in Iowa City, playing for the Hawkeyes during the difficult losing seasons in the 1970s, joining the Iowa staff before and after Hayden arrived and helping turnaround the program in the 1980's. He departed to Wisconsin with Barry Alvarez in 1990 to repeat the accomplishment, and took over at Iowa State in 1995. He defeated Hayden in 1998, breaking a long losing streak against Iowa, and took Iowa State to its first ever bowl victory in 2000. He also won a National Championship with Florida in 2008.00:16 A Blizzard and a Memorable Conversation01:23 Hayden Fry's Impact on Iowa Football07:01 Recruitment Challenges and Successes18:31 Bernie Wyatt's Recruiting Mastery30:33 Memorable Players and Moments39:20 Rebuilding Programs: Lessons from Iowa44:04 Winning the Rose Bowl and Moving to Iowa State44:16 Challenges at Iowa State47:22 Reflecting on High School Football49:13 Reunion and Memories51:41 Recruiting Stories and Coaching Legends01:06:39 Leaving Iowa for Wisconsin01:11:39 Taking the Iowa State Job01:16:01 Breaking the Losing Streak Against Iowa01:21:09 Final Reflections and FarewellsYou can learn more about Dan McCarney at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=151Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye fullback Cliff King. He was originally from Columbus, Ohio and ended up at Iowa as a walk-on after attending high school in Chicago. He helped the Hawks to a 1991 victory at Ohio Stadium. We discuss his walk-on journey, and how it helped me rise up the ranks in the sports industry and ultimately at Nike, where he is the Sports Marketing Director for Jordan Brand.00:00 Emotional Victory Against Ohio State01:17 Introducing Cliff King01:36 Early Life and Ohio State Fandom02:15 Journey to Iowa03:58 College Football Experience04:23 Work Ethic and Family Influence07:05 Transition to Iowa City08:30 Rooming with James Winters09:40 Walk-On Challenges and Achievements23:01 Coaching and Mentorship25:03 Embracing Walk-Ons: A Team Culture28:34 Transitioning to Post-College Life30:28 Breaking into the Sports Industry33:45 Journey with Nike and Jordan Brand36:31 Selecting and Signing Athletes37:55 Future of Sports Marketing and NIL Deals45:17 Navigating Career Growth at NikeYou can learn more about Cliff King at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=984Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears defensive lineman Mike Wells. The St. Louis native was headed to Michigan before his offer disappeared, and ended up at Iowa with great success. He was named to the sophomore all-America team in 1991, and was first team all-Big Ten in 1991 and 1993.00:00 Revenge Against Michigan's Les Miles01:13 College Recruitment and Choosing Iowa14:52 Freshman Year Struggles and Homesickness30:07 Sophomore Year Breakout and Big Ten Success33:02 Struggles with Position Changes in College33:53 Reflecting on the 1993 Alamo Bowl Performance35:14 Transitioning to the NFL35:18 Understanding Defensive Line Techniques41:43 Challenges and Mindset in Professional Football48:44 Memorable Moments and Trash Talk55:42 NFL Draft Experience and Early Career01:06:15 Reflecting on Missed Opportunities01:07:04 The Reality of NFL Tickets01:07:43 Memorable Moments and Friendships01:09:15 Facing the Best in the NFL01:13:51 Transition to Coaching01:15:09 Challenges and Triumphs in Coaching01:22:39 Reunions and Reminiscing01:30:07 The Future of College Football01:30:41 Final Thoughts and FarewellsYou can learn more about Mike Wells at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1810Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye walk-on linebacker from 1993-1997, Scott Yoder. We discuss his journey from small-town Iowa to starting in the Big Ten. We also discuss playing against Nick in high school, and shows off his vintage Shank Gear clothing (company Nick and I started after college).00:00 Scott's introduction to cut blocking01:51 High School Football Memories02:46 Revisiting Old Games and Stats05:38 Punting Prowess and Rivalries10:24 Recruitment Journey24:34 College Football Transition37:33 Simeon Rice's Memorable Hit37:58 Traveling and First Experiences38:32 Sophomore Year Struggles40:16 Learning the Defensive Playbook41:48 Nightmares and Failure Dreams43:32 Recurring Nightmares45:22 Signal Calls and Defensive Responsibilities48:45 The Pressure of Being a Walk-On57:38 Weight Training and College Adjustments01:03:35 Special Teams and First Game Experiences01:14:00 Memorable Football Hits and Lessons Learned01:16:13 Coaching and Arena Football Adventures01:20:06 Transitioning from Coaching to Scouting01:28:23 Family and Athletic Legacy01:31:38 Reflecting on Past Choices and Career Paths01:33:22 Nostalgia and Old Memorabilia01:34:20 Closing Thoughts and Future PlansYou can learn more about Scott Yoder at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1891Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye lineman from 1995-1997, Epenesa Epenesa. We discuss his journey from American Samoa to Iowa Wesleyan to the Iowa Hawkeyes. We also discuss how his sons followed in his footprints to Iowa (A.J., Eric and Iose).00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome02:30 Family Success in Sports03:09 Daughter's Volleyball Journey to Purdue04:50 Growing Up in American Samoa06:01 Journey to Iowa Wesleyan11:58 Transition to University of Iowa24:19 Life as a Student Athlete30:58 Polynesian Brotherhood39:31 Balancing Family and College01:06:53 First Experiences on the Field01:27:42 AJ's Football Journey and Recruitment01:46:59 Surprise Visit to Coach's Office01:48:07 AJ's Commitment to Iowa01:51:52 Eric's Journey and Challenges02:20:27 Recruitment and Decision-Making02:43:56 Family Values and Training Philosophy02:46:56 Conclusion and Future PlansYou can learn more about Epenesa Epenesa at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=132Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Iowa DB from 1992 to 1996, Billy Coats. He talks about his journey from Texas, his interest in Iowa at an early age, his decision between Iowa and other Texas schools, his battle to get on the field and deal with injuries, his pursuit of professional football and how he got into high school coaching.00:00 Injury on the Field00:45 Welcome Billy Coats00:59 Early Football Journey03:07 High School Football Experience04:43 Choosing Iowa08:55 First Impressions of Iowa09:57 Freshman Year Challenges28:32 Coaching Philosophy and Influence41:19 Understanding Route Reading in Football42:16 Zone Defense and Its Challenges46:51 The Importance of Change of Direction47:39 Coaching and Player Development01:02:17 Advice for Balancing Multiple Sports 01:08:50 College Life and Pro Day Experiences01:20:55 High School Sports and NIL Impact01:22:49 Reflections and GratitudeYou can learn more about Billy Coats at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=417Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Iowa FB from 1988 to 1992, "Sweet Lew" Montgomery. He talks about his journey from Waterloo East High, his decision between Iowa and Michigan State, and the fundraising work he's done to research Sanfilippo Syndrome that took his son's life too early. 00:00 Losing a Bet at Purdue in 199101:32 Welcome Lew Montgomery01:50 Growing Up in Waterloo07:22 High School Football Journey12:32 Choosing Iowa Over Michigan State22:44 College Football Career at Iowa29:20 Memorable Moments and Reflections49:56 Pride and Representation at Iowa50:47 NFL Dreams and Realizations51:53 Life Lessons from Football57:47 Career in Human Resources01:00:36 Broadcasting and Community Involvement01:01:36 Lucas' Story and Legacy01:06:54 Family and Personal ReflectionsYou can learn more about Lew Montgomery at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1249Buy Lucas Gear: https://www.bonfire.com/store/lucasgear/Lucas Gear Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/lucasgearOnlineMPS Society: https://mpssociety.org/Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview the "Voice of the Hawkeyes" Gary Dolphin. He shares his broadcasting history at Iowa going back to 1973, and how he prepares for each game. He also shares some great stories about Hayden Fry and Kirk Ferentz, and shares his thoughts on the upcoming 2025 season.00:00 Introduction: Reflecting on Bump Elliot and Hayden Fry01:29 Welcoming Gary Dolphin: Voice of the Hawkeyes01:49 First Play-by-Play Memories and Transition to Learfield09:08 Kirk Ferentz's Journey and Coaching Philosophy19:30 Hayden Fry's Legacy and Transition to Kirk Ferentz30:41 Preparing for Game Day: Behind the Scenes41:43 Broadcasting Wisdom and Humor42:41 Mentorship and Career Reflections42:58 The Unpredictability of Live Radio43:29 Play-by-Play Dynamics44:40 Foundation and Scholarship Initiatives51:10 Memorable Moments and Traditions01:05:17 Stadium Experiences and Rivalries01:14:05 Conference Expansion and TV Influence01:19:57 The Story Behind Dolph's Iron Bar in Dubuque01:27:47 Growing Up in Cascade, Iowa01:32:51 Iowa Football: Past and Present01:33:39 Special Teams and Defensive Lineup01:38:20 Offensive Line and Key Players01:45:37 Kirk Ferentz: The Man Behind the Success01:50:03 Wrapping Up: Reflections and FarewellsYou can learn more about Gary Dolphin at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_DolphinTo learn about his bar, visit https://garydolphins.com/To learn more about his Journalism scholarship, visit https://dbqfoundation.org/giving-center/gary-dolphin-journalism-grant-fundGallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former New England Patriots TE Marv Cook. He shares his journey from small town Iowa multi-sport athlete to a position change at Iowa to the NFL Pro Bowl. He also talked about his coaching philosophy that led Iowa City Regina to 7 straight state championships over his 14 seasons. And of course, we talk about his famous catch against Ohio State in 1987.00:00 Epic Game Day Atmosphere02:07 Introducing Marv Cook02:40 High School Beginnings04:52 Recruitment Journey07:01 Transition to College Football10:49 Freshman Year Challenges17:04 Memorable Moments and Lessons30:02 Coaching and Mentorship39:00 The Essence of Competition39:31 A Memorable Coaching Moment40:26 Life Lessons Beyond Football41:30 The Impact and Influence of Hayden Fry46:58 Challenges and Triumphs in High School Coaching50:42 The Importance of Adaptability in Coaching56:15 The Art of Route Running01:14:36 The Evolution of Football Techniques01:20:52 Defensive Strategies and Strengths01:21:40 Challenges of Crowd Noise01:22:59 Iowa State Football Experience01:33:30 The Importance of Special Teams01:36:27 Memorable Moments in Iowa Football01:49:30 Transition to the NFL02:00:24 The Kids' Team: Belief and Preparation02:01:47 Social Media and the Pressure on Athletes02:04:20 Sportsmanship and Fan Behavior02:11:36 NIL and the Changing Landscape of College Athletics02:14:32 The Brotherhood of Iowa Hawkeyes02:28:29 Reflecting on Personal Experiences and CareerYou can learn more about Marv Cook at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=41Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Iowa defensive back brothers, Doug Buch and Jeff Buch. Doug played from 1988-1992, and Jeff played from 1996-2000. This is the first time we've had two guests at the same time, and we think you'll enjoy hearing their perspectives on each other's recruiting and playing days at Iowa, along with their shared memories about Coach Fry and Dan McCarney. 00:00 Benton County Connections00:11 John Less and Iowa State Memories01:17 Welcome to the Podcast: Jeff and Doug Buch02:37 Doug's Early Life and Football Beginnings03:34 Reese Morgan's Coaching Journey04:40 Doug's High School Football Experience06:10 Recruitment and College Football09:58 Hayden Fry's Impact and Recruiting Stories17:12 Jeff's High School and Recruitment Journey21:09 Benton Community and Athletic Achievements24:01 Family Dynamics and Competitive Spirit40:58 Jeff's College Recruitment Visits45:47 A Memorable Recruiting Weekend46:06 Taco's Condo Incident46:29 Turning Down Iowa46:57 Coach Dan McCarney's Persistence48:42 Freshman Year at Iowa54:38 The Buch Brothers' Football Legacy01:05:26 Dreams and Nightmares of Football01:07:33 Transition from Coach Fry to Coach Ferentz01:18:15 Parental Dedication and Support01:19:14 Coaching Kids and Family Support01:19:53 The Importance of Family in Sports01:20:57 Hawkeye Family and Team Bonding01:22:31 Doug's College Football Journey01:25:21 Memorable Games and Key Players01:39:05 Coaching Strategies and Football Philosophy01:41:56 Trash Talking and Team Dynamics01:52:42 Underrated Players and Their Impact01:57:17 Coaching Stories and Leadership02:03:09 Memorable Stories and Keepsakes02:03:18 The Evolution of Team Gear02:07:26 Coaching and Career Reflections02:21:56 Launching a Business in Tough Times02:26:33 Innovative Engineering Solutions02:36:25 Closing Remarks and Future PlansYou can learn more about Doug Buch at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=336You can learn more about Jeff Buch at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=337Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Iowa offensive lineman and NY Giants veteran Scott Davis. We learn how he made the transition from small-town Iowa helping his grandfather on the farm to the Hawkeyes and on to the NFL, where he played from 1993-1997.01:47 Introduction to Scott Davis01:55 Memories of Iowa and Family05:01 Cultural Differences: Iowa vs. New Jersey06:09 Transition to New Jersey12:32 Early NFL Experiences14:00 Training Camp Challenges15:49 Injuries and Recovery19:03 Life After Football24:29 Tales from the NFL32:19 Lawrence Taylor Stories37:03 Memorable College Football Moments38:31 First Experiences in Professional Football43:41 Life Lessons from Football44:02 Giants Alumni Stories50:24 Off-Season Adventures and Friendships58:08 Bowl Games and College Memories01:00:36 Challenges and Growth in College Football01:12:41 The Fast-Paced World of High School Sports01:12:58 Jake's Journey to Penn Football01:13:40 The Impact of COVID on College Recruitment01:14:18 High School Rivals and College Offers01:14:47 The Financial Side of College Sports01:15:46 Nostalgia for High School Coaches and Trainers01:16:47 Recruitment Stories and College Decisions01:19:34 From High School to College Football01:24:27 The Milk Crate Incident01:28:27 Life Lessons from Farm Work01:31:56 Transitioning from Football to a Career01:38:19 Reflections on Hard Work and Upbringing01:44:27 The Influence of Iowa Coaches01:47:04 Concluding Thoughts and GratitudeYou can learn more about Scott Davis at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=487Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview teammate offensive lineman Derek Rose. We go through his transition from guard to center, and his academic success. We also talk about his immigration to Toronto and why he didn't pursue professional football after Iowa.00:00 Hilarious Game Day Memories01:22 Introducing Derek Rose01:46 High School Days and Early Football07:31 Recruitment Journey20:58 First Year Challenges23:46 Pranks and Locker Room Antics30:54 Transition to Center Position35:56 Mastering the Sweep Play36:43 Facing Ohio State's Defense38:01 Switching Positions: Guard to Center40:16 Memorable Game Experiences41:30 College Football Rivalries46:09 Hayden Fry Stories01:06:32 Immigrating to CanadaYou can learn more about Derek Rose at https://www.hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1504Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview legendary Hawkeye kicker, Rob Houghtlin. We go deep into the famous FG against Michigan in 1985 along with his other game-winning FGs at Iowa. We also talk about a variety of topics, and he shares insights into running his own marketing business.01:36 The Legendary 1985 Iowa vs. Michigan Game14:15 Reflecting on the Game's Impact17:24 Early Life and High School Sports23:51 College Recruitment Journey30:09 Challenges and Triumphs at Iowa43:51 Hayden Fry's Impact on Iowa Football44:31 Recruitment Strategies and Key Players44:50 The Role of Linemen and Offensive Strategy45:32 Defensive Coaching and Team Dynamics46:20 Kicker's Perspective and Challenges46:39 Memorable Moments and Leadership Lessons48:55 Punting vs. Kicking: A Personal Take50:09 Game Strategies and Holder's Role56:39 Coaching Influence and Team Culture58:02 Injuries and Recovery Stories01:17:49 Memorable Kicks and Misses01:18:19 Record-Breaking Attempts01:18:45 The Evolution of Kicking01:28:17 NFL and Arena Football Experiences01:34:27 Transition to Media and Business01:39:35 Reflections on Iowa and Life LessonsYou can learn more about Rob Houghtlin at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=92Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview fellow senior class fullback, Rodney Filer (1993-1996). He was born in Houston, played high school in Waco and ended up raising his family in Des Moines. He discusses his Hawkeye career overcoming an ACL injury, and his NFL opportunities, and his long-time Arena Football career, primarily with the Iowa Barnstormers.01:18 Introduction to Rodney Filer01:51 Early Life and Gymnastics03:41 Transition to Football05:47 High School Football Journey08:08 College Recruitment and Decision08:48 Choosing Iowa11:40 Transition to Iowa and Freshman Year13:06 Challenges and Adjustments in College21:20 Memorable Games and Plays26:11 Fitness Journey and ACL Injury28:39 ACL Injury and Recovery30:40 Returning to Play and Overcoming Challenges33:21 NFL Draft Hopes and Disappointments34:47 Joining the San Diego Chargers42:13 Transition to Arena Football49:38 Life After Football and Starting a Business55:45 Advice for Staying Active and Healthy57:40 Final Thoughts and FarewellYou can learn more about Rodney Filer at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=614Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

We wanted to try something different in this week's episode. We added AI generated voice in different parts and had a program summarize and highlight some of our past episodes.00:19 The Journey of Iowa Football Stories01:04 Life Lessons from Former Players01:31 The Iowa Way: Principles and Values02:06 Special Episode: Best Insights from Former Hawkeyes02:30 Building a Football Dynasty: The Iowa Way03:13 The Foundation: Blue Collar Mentality03:58 Break the Rock Philosophy04:27 Development Over Stars05:04 The Hayden Fry Era: Psychology and Gamesmanship05:51 Player First Philosophy06:30 Building Brotherhood07:05 The Recruiter: Hayden Fry's Tactics07:37 The Kirk Ferentz Era: Consistency and Excellence08:20 The Blueprint: Fundamentals and Simplicity08:58 Humble Leadership and Adapting to Change10:03 The Iowa Experience: Beyond Football10:58 The Underdog Mentality11:23 The Lasting Legacy: Character Development11:48 Sustained Excellence and The Iowa Way12:48 Conclusion: The Greatest VictoryGallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former offensive lineman from 1989-1991, Shawn Gillen. He has an incredible story of battling football injuries, playing football in Germany, and two life-threatening health scares. You will glad you listened and watched this episode!00:00 Regrets about hitting Melvin Foster01:18 Introduction and Welcome01:25 Growing Up in Illinois01:43 High School Football Journey02:03 Recruitment by Iowa04:51 College Football Challenges11:11 Injuries and Setbacks21:23 Reflecting on College Experience35:17 Life After College36:40 Playing Football in Germany39:32 Unexpected Journey to Germany40:25 Playing Football in Germany42:06 Adventures in Europe43:08 Return to Iowa and Health Issues55:37 Aplastic Anemia Diagnosis57:08 Bone Marrow Transplant01:03:42 Post-Transplant Reflections01:09:58 Career in Local Government01:15:36 Pursuing a PhD01:17:12 Facing the Challenge of Calculus01:18:20 Overcoming Academic Hurdles01:19:09 Balancing Family and Academia01:20:22 Career Journey and Relocation01:22:42 Hurricane Irma: A City Manager's Ordeal01:32:06 Health Crisis and Career Shift01:36:40 Consulting and New Beginnings01:39:36 Reflections and Future PlansYou can learn more about Shawn Gillen at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=2741Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former Houston Oilers safety and Iowa defensive back Chris Jackson. He made his way from Houston, Texas to Iowa City, and through hard work and coaching from Bob Elliott, he turned into an all-Big Ten performer. These days, he teaches high school kids how to understand finances and investing in Los Angeles.00:00 Dedication to Coach Bob Elliot00:29 A Memorable Welcome to the Big 1001:33 Chris Jackson's Football Journey Begins03:15 First Steps on the Football Field10:05 High School Football Memories12:25 Recruitment and College Decision20:29 Impact of Coach Bob Elliott34:59 Financial Literacy and Life Lessons59:19 Mastering Defensive Strategies01:00:32 The Art of Disguise in Football01:01:23 Learning from the Greats: Ed Reed and Ray Lewis01:02:27 Challenges and Adaptations in Defense01:06:29 Overcoming Adversity: Lessons from Frederick Douglass01:08:09 Financial Literacy and Empowerment01:21:11 The Importance of Time and Financial Decisions01:26:56 Reflecting on a short NFL Career01:32:31 The Blessing in Disguise: Injury and Transformation01:35:06 The Power of Authenticity and Purpose01:46:55 The Journey to Teaching Financial Literacy01:55:12 Final Thoughts and Gratitude to Coach ElliottYou can learn more about Chris Jackson at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=906Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview former teammate and kicker/punter, Todd Romano. After a successful high school career in West Palm Beach, Florida, he signed with Iowa to help upgrade the placekicking and punting. He lettered 4 years for the Hawks after redshirting the 1991 season, and kicked 4 FGs in a close win against Tulsa in 1993, including a 53-yard FG. 00:00 Arrival in Boulder: The Mile High Challenge01:11 Early Life and Sports Beginnings04:29 Becoming a Kicker: High School Football Experiences26:47 Recruitment Stories: Choosing Iowa53:03 Meeting the Roommates54:46 Dorm Life Adventures01:00:00 The Lizard Incident01:15:41 Football Memories and Challenges01:32:35 Coach Fry's Superstitions01:34:49 Visiting Locker Room Challenges01:35:31 Reflecting on Career Ups and Downs01:36:32 The Mental Game of Kicking01:38:53 Special Teams Pressure and Performance01:47:16 Intramural Soccer and College Memories01:59:55 Fraternity Life and College Experiences02:10:35 The Evolution of Special Teams02:23:42 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellsYou can learn more about Todd Romano at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1499Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.

Brion and Nick interview sports columnist for the Des Moines Register, Chad Leistikow (pronounced LYE-stick-oh). Chad has been in the newspaper business for over 34 years, mainly covering Iowa high school and University of Iowa sports teams. He worked at the Iowa City Press-Citizen in high school, and later worked for the Voice of the Hawkeyes, Cedar Rapids Gazette, USA Today and Des Moines Register. He grew up with Brion in Iowa City, and attended college at Iowa with Nick and Brion. He gives insights into Iowa Athletics and how he approaches games and relationships with players and coaches, along with his memories of Iowa sports growing up in Iowa City.00:00 Caitlin's Big Game Moments00:47 Introducing Chad: Iowa Sports Columnist01:10 Chad's Journey into Sports Writing03:52 High School Sports Writing Beginnings07:25 Covering Iowa Football: Fry to Ferentz13:20 Challenges and Triumphs in Sports Journalism16:49 Media Relations and Coaching Dynamics30:29 Beth Getz's Impact and Coaching Searches33:41 The Process of Writing a Sports Column48:20 The Evolution of TV Listings49:57 NIL and College Sports: A Media Perspective52:25 The Impact of NIL on College Athletes56:42 Iowa's Approach to NIL and Recruiting01:04:55 Challenges in Modern Journalism01:09:54 Memories of Iowa Sports01:18:46 The Legacy of Chris Street01:25:19 Closing Thoughts and Future of Iowa AthleticsYou can learn more about Chad at https://www.desmoinesregister.com/staff/2648100001/chad-leistikow/Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.