Locked On Spartans - Daily Podcast On Michigan State Spartans Football & Basketball

About Locked On Spartans - Daily Podcast On Michigan State Spartans Football & Basketball

Locked On Spartans podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Michigan State Spartans. Hosted by Matt Sheehan, the Locked On Spartans podcast provides your daily Michigan State Spartans fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews with athletes and coaches, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Sparty. From the legendary gridiron battles at Spartan Stadium to the dazzling skills on display at the iconic Breslin Center, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Spartans podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Spartans’ locker room and the Big 10. The Locked On Spartans podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Publisher

Locked On Podcast Network, Matt Sheehan

Category

sports · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Sept 2018

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

635 of 2,122 episodes have a transcript.

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   9 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Michigan State AD Dan Bartholomae JOINS to talk elevating MSU football, Spartan Ventures, fan experience and more

   Michigan State Athletics chart bold new course with Dan Bartholomae at the helm. Can the Spartans crack the Big Ten’s upper echelon? Matt and Dan Bartholomae dissect Michigan State’s ambitious drive to resource programs for championship contention, the fast-evolving impact of Spartan Ventures and For Sparta, and how NIL is reshaping the landscape. Key topics include fundraising strategies, the crucial role of student traditions in elevating the football and hockey experience, and the importance of leadership stability after years of transition. Dan Bartholomew provides candid insight on his vision for consistency, partnership with coaches like Tom Izzo and Adam Nightingale, and the decision-making behind key scheduling debates—including the contentious Central Michigan matchup. Don’t miss this inside look at what’s next for the Spartans, from game day atmosphere at Spartan Stadium and Breslin Center to the growing hockey powerhouse at Munn Ice Arena. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE (https://www.butcherbox.com/pages/podcast-special-offer?utm_campaign=lockedoncollege&utm_medium=cpa&utm_source=podcast) to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. SupplyHouse Visit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM (https://www.supplyhouse.com/trademaster) to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order. SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Wayfair Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase. Head to https://Wayfair.com (https://www.wayfair.com/) or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon (https://www.odoo.com/lockedon). Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM (https://www.fanduel.com/)to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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   8 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   BIG 10 SQUAD: The Big 10 is in TROUBLE | What's up with Michigan State?

   Host Ben Solak and guest Kirk Herbstreit analyze the Big Ten's College Football Playoff chances amidst conference struggles and key matchups, offering insights into team performance and playoff viability.

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   8 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   BLAME GAME: Michigan State football OFFENSE SINKING; Where it went wrong for Nick Sheridan's unit

   Host Matt Sheehan analyzes the struggles of Michigan State football's offense, exploring the causes of its decline and potential solutions.

Inside a recent episode

Michigan State AD Dan Bartholomae JOINS to talk elevating MSU football, Spartan Ventures, fan experience and more

Published 9 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] We need to activate them because I believe that the fans get energized by the students. Um, the, if the students are having fun and they're engaged in traditions, the fans engage in those traditions, the team engages in those traditions, right? Um, uh, and so you're seeing some short-term things, right? I mean, we got, we got is going to the student section quarter. We're going to announce that we're going to announce the concessions promo, um, third quarter and beyond for the students today. Um, so, so there are some, some little things that we're doing to show like, Hey, you know, this matters. […]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.4 / 5

435 ratings

Spotify

4.7 / 5

358 ratings

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