Episode 151

Interview with Isaiah Chisom & Melvin Jordan, Beaver Football Fall Camp, Trent Bray's Leadership, Jade Carey's Olympic Highlights

In Episode 151 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we feature an exclusive interview with Oregon State linebackers Isaiah Chisom and Melvin Jordan, discussing their summer, excitement for fall camp, and the influence of Coach Trent Bray on their development. The players share insights on building momentum from last year's Sun Bowl and playing under a coach who understands their position. We also highlight the start of Beaver Football fall camp and Jade Carey's impressive performance in the Olympics, including her contribution to Team USA's gold medal win and her upcoming vault final.

• Episode Summary

  In this conversation, JP, Terry, Benny, Isaiah Chisom, and Melvin Jordan discuss various topics, including Joe Burrow's hair, the return of college football video games, the upcoming season for Oregon State Football, and their favorite memories and players. They express their excitement for fall camp and the upcoming season, emphasize the importance of teamwork and leadership, and discuss their favorite linebackers and football moments. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of the Oregon State football game and the excitement it generated. They also talk about the development of younger players and the opportunities created by upperclassmen leaving the team. The hosts then shift to a discussion about the newly released college football video game and their excitement to play it. They share their favorite teams to play as and discuss the immersive experience of the game. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they talk about their experiences with public speaking and being stoned while watching comedy shows. They also briefly mention their preferred beverages and the discomfort caused by the heat. Team USA wins gold in the team gymnastics event at the Olympics, with Jade Carey playing a significant role. Despite not being able to defend her floor medal due to illness, Jade earned a spot in the vault final. The competition is highly competitive, with gymnastics being a sport that every country takes seriously. There is controversy surrounding Russia's ban from the Olympics. Oregon State athletes, including Stevie Thompson, Ali Gibson, and Maria Gulich, did not get much playing time in their respective teams. Terry's name tag in the studio has a dual meaning. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including gymnastics, Olympic sports they enjoy watching, and the current state of Oregon State dining halls.

• Key Takeaways

  • Joe Burrow's hair and its impact on his image

  • The excitement for the return of college football video games

  • The anticipation for fall camp and the upcoming season for Oregon State Football

  • The importance of teamwork, leadership, and player-led initiatives

  • Favorite linebackers and football memories The Oregon State football game generated excitement and optimism for the upcoming season.

  • The departure of upperclassmen creates opportunities for younger players to step up and make an impact.

  • The hosts are excited about the release of the college football video game and discuss their favorite teams to play as.

  • They share humorous anecdotes about public speaking and being stoned while watching comedy shows.

  • The hosts briefly mention their preferred beverages and the discomfort caused by the heat. Team USA wins gold in the team gymnastics event at the Olympics

  • Jade Carey plays a significant role in the team's success

  • Controversy surrounds Russia's ban from the Olympics

  • Oregon State athletes did not get much playing time in their respective teams

  • Terry's name tag in the studio has a dual meaning The hosts joke about their lack of gymnastics skills and discuss their favorite Olympic sports to watch.

  • They reminisce about their experiences at Oregon State dining halls and wonder if Calabaloo's is still open on campus.

• Soundbites

  "Joe Burrow stole my hairstyle"

  "Playing College Football 25, wish I could be a 99"

  "Using the momentum from the Sun Bowl to fuel the upcoming season"

  "This game is going to be a good thing for Oregon State."

  "I just want to see some story unfold."

  "Let's go. Let's go."

  "Team USA wins the gold in the team event five of them participated in, which is fantastic, especially fantastic for Jade because Jade's path to the Olympics in Tokyo wasn't the conventional route."

  "There's more Jade, there's more Jade. Don't turn away from Peacock Gold."

  "Terry, did you notice your tag on your name tag on our studio? It has dual meaning, Terry."

  "the double entendre. It sounds like a dance move. It sounds like a gymnastics move."

  "Okay."

  "Table tennis."