Coverdale's Corner: Recent Episodes
Troy Coverdale
Troy Coverdale is a currently "on the beach" broadcast news and sports guy with some things to say. The Kansas State alum and current Manhattan, KS, resident is armed with a microphone, so check in as he navigates through the things that rattle around in his head.
Troy is the former voice of the University of Northern Colorado football and men's basketball teams while also serving as the news and sports director at heritage AM radio station KFKA in Greeley, CO. He's done play-by-play of indoor and arena football, as well, in a career that has spanned 30 years.
The quiet at bedtime last night resulted in a two word phrase ending my prayers. They stand as an admission that nothing is ever truly at the level of control any of us would like.
Seeing more fights over perceived "personal rights" versus information from those with expertise has me fired up.
I have an annual tradition I hate: sinus infections at some point of the fall or early winter. Benadryl and I have a tenuous relationship because of this. Also, a look at the opening moments of America's entry into World War II as told by radio.
I dip into one restaurant's situation as a pawn in the ongoing battle between Weld County and the State of Colorado's health department over public health emergency orders. Would you believe everyone's at fault here?
After talking about how radio has changed in the last episode, today I address the jobs lost in that business in just 2020, plus take a longer look at the economy post-coronavirus. Also, another area basketball team is on hiatus because of the virus after opening the season last weekend.
The discovery of a little card from the start of my radio career gets me to thinking. Also, Baltimore's coronavirus mess has long-reaching effects for the NFL, as did Denver's.
College basketball starts, college football & the NFL play on and we adjust to the current normal for the holiday
The fight to continue ballgames at all levels and the quickly changing landscape for bar and restaurant owners during the pandemic have me thinking today.
I'm of the opinion that, besides coronavirus, we're fighting a virus of selfishness that needs to be addressed. But how?
I address the likely fight looming over Weld County's move this weekend to Colorado's new "red" level of restrictions in place because of coronavirus cases, their impact on hospitals and just why the county has been girding for this fight all spring and summer.
Also, the CDC agrees with me and Samuel L. Jackson.
I borrow a thought from Samuel L. Jackson as I get into my head space about the preps for Thanksgiving in our current world situation.
Yes, that thought is a bit salty...
Noted in this episode: Daily Beast story on impact of current coronavirus surge on small community hospitals, including Monica's hometown of Seneca, KS
I try to explain my issues with one Donald J. Trump, but wind up with another question:
Inspiration or Direct? What's the better approach towards the American people by their President?
I'm a bit fired up at how a certain political bent is rife with feelings of "victimhood" while calling the other side of the aisle "snowflakes" when a complaint is made. Facebook & Twitter again deal with people who don't know how to set up their own phone apps but somehow are on a Senate committee.
UNC has become the latest Big Sky school to announce it won't allow fans into basketball games or wrestling matches through New Years. I look at what the chances are at fans dealing with coronavirus carriers and address how delicate the tightrope is right now for all college sports.
I take a look at what I view as a poison ingested by a certain political party, a poison that has severely altered our countrymen and their views.
Today I give an overview of a tool that can tell you what your chances are of catching coronavirus in large gatherings, plus the frustration of politicians trying to "thread the needle" while cases move past their previous highs.
Visualize your odds for coronavirus infection
With all of the cries of "fraud" from President Trump's campaign, there are two lawsuits filed that could alter not just the current results but the future of our elections. The rest is just fluff.
I look back on the weekend's news, including thoughts on Dave Chappelle's monologue on Saturday Night Live. There's vaccine news from Pfizer today while the increase in coronavirus cases has Gov. Polis's attention today, but whatever he pushes for will prompt a fight.
False information on Twitter and Facebook is abundant, but one claim prompted me to think about infrastructure...Not just election, but all of our infrastructure.
Today's episode includes:
- Thoughts on the sowing of misinformation underway today
- How bad polling was again. Seriously, get your s*** together.
- Thoughts on the CO & KS Senate race outcomes
- Quick UNC Football update as the Big Sky announces the spring schedule
I proved to myself again yesterday what a nerd I am in regards to news coverage, subjecting myself to the 1968 election coverage of the TV networks. Today, I offer some thoughts on that year versus this year's election day and offer a reminder about tomorrow and beyond.
So, the Broncos and Chargers each have an OL in the coronavirus protocol. Cue Kevin Bacon in Animal House. Meanwhile, a spokesman says the phrase on masks that drives me to frustration as the "freedumbs" don't realize ground is being lost in the fight against the virus.
A trip to Kansas gave me an interesting point to discuss about that state's U.S. Senate race, plus I want people to remember some things about the reporting of results on Tuesday.
Today, I address some thoughts on the first two World Series games before addressing what is in the works for Monica and I.
Today's episode:
MLB gets to celebrate the World Series
NFL & college football face changes as...
Coronavirus cases climb across the country
Digging back into the sports world today:
- The Big Sky Conference released it's conference basketball slates yesterday with a callback to history
- The Broncos game with the Patriots is again in question this weekend
- A new version of this podcast debuts Saturday, so I detail what's coming
Yesterday's episode blew up and there are few things I want to catch back up on regarding emotions and how we approach them in our lives.
Let's just say this one is emotional and I decided to be open about where my headspace is right now.
A weekend fatal shooting in Denver comes as part of the ongoing fringe right vs left group battles, but it includes some weird twists. The Broncos and Chiefs both have their schedules jacked up thanks to the Patriots and Titans not being able to follow coronavirus protocols.
Watching last night's VP debate, there's one word that came to mind and made me think deeply about current and coming events.
Yesterday's episode got me thinking about history, how we view it and how we may need to revisit it occasionally. Tonight's the VP debate, the Patriots coronavirus outbreak could affect their game with Denver this weekend and God Bless Eddie Van Halen.
Mentioned today:
- CNN on Eddie Van Halen's innovation
- YouTube video of VH at Pogo's Wichita - 1978
Today's episode digs into the history of presidential administrations hiding the health of the man in charge and how that history shows us conflicts between what the media and public want and what is learned.
Social media is abuzz this Thursday with conversation about a post by Chrissy Tiegen & John Legend and I offer perspective from the life of our "extended family".
On today's episode, I talk about how anger is the likeliest emotion to be evident today around all forms of media and how not to let it take over your day. Also, Colorado Preps prepares to go to subscription mode.
In today's episode:
- The MLB post-season takes on a new format, but is a glimpse at the future for the game?
- The NFL has its first coronavirus outbreak as we move towards flu season
- Admiration for those having to make the decisions for each league and conference this year
Up for discussion today:
- K-State downs Oklahoma
- Similarities to a UNC game of recent vintage
- The Broncos wave the white flag
- Chicago roars, Atlanta fades
- MNF should rock
The PAC 12 & Mountain West have announced they'll play football yet this fall as improved coronavirus testing improves. I talk about how the moves are actually a better sign for basketball than football. The economics continue to be problematic for colleges and their athletic departments, however, and Prince's "Sign O' The Times" gets the remastered box treatment.
What are YOUR priorities & positives today? The last 36 hours have me thinking about ways to think about what's important to us today instead of dealing with the noise outside.
Mentioned in this episode:
I posted last night about why I missed recording a podcast yesterday
Alex Gordon retires from the KC Royals this weekend
Why is it so tough for people to make a statement about racism in our country without blowback? Today's episode looks at another incident, this time with the Kansas State football team and the apparent financial impact.
Troy understands the pain fantasy football owners are suffering through right now, though that pain is even more pronounced in the "real" league. COVID contact tracing works, even though it results in cancellations in college football. The world of college sports isn't all that different from 1947, as an interview points out.
Mentioned today:
Barry Gray Talks College Football with Mel Allen, 1947
Justice Dept. deems New York City, Portland and Seattle 'anarchist jurisdictions'
Quick note: there will be no Wednesday episode. I'll fill you in on Tuesday, but's there's a really good reason.
Troy highlights a bunch of material going into the weekend, including the president's move to ban TikTok & WeChat; Elvis Costello rolls out 50 songs in 50 days; social distancing results in a blowout soccer match and college basketball has a start date, though the Pac-12's plans remain up in the air.
Mentioned in this episode:
Elvis Costello's 50 Songs in 50 Days
Downstairs at Eric's - Breckenridge restaurant/arcade
Troy talks about what's on his "to read" list, while noting that getting mentally right to read is a challenge right now. The Mountain West and Colorado's high schools are apparently working on getting football back up and running.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Blue Shamrock Society: fighting prostate cancer
- The Life of Fitz Podcast: Tim Fitzgerald of GoPowercat.com's interviews of friends, including Vic Lombardi of Altitude as they both discuss their prostate cancer diagnoses and treatment
Troy discusses the desire for certainty in our lives while laying out the two rules of the pandemic that will likely get referenced in future episodes.
Mentioned in today's episode:
Greg Doucette's podcast on police misconduct matters: FSCK 'Em All - He posted a new episode Monday.
Troy goes over a conversation with a friend from the weekend, prompted by a social media post.
Mentioned in this episode:
Time Magazine: How Conspiracy Theories Are Shaping the 2020 Election—and Shaking the Foundation of American Democracy
KCShirts.com: COVID-19 Humor Sale
Yeah, so I've started a podcast. Go figure.
In today's introductory episode, Troy touches on the who, the why, his thoughts on a replacement in one of his former gigs and weighs in on why we currently are in limbo.