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Answering the Call

Ivy Robinson

Booking Overview

An athletics and university philanthropy interview show featuring current student-athletes, coaches, athletic staff, former students, and major donors connected to Texas A&M. Credible pitches include college sports professionals, student-athletes, athletic administrators, sports philanthropists, and prominent alumni with a meaningful Texas A&M connection; booking difficulty is medium because institutional affiliation and relevance are more important than broad public fame.

Metrics

Episodes: 104

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 35.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@12thmanfoundation.com

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Host

Ivy Robinson - Host and interviewer covering the people, programs, and philanthropy behind Texas A&M Athletics.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Current or former Texas A&M student-athletes, coaches, athletic department staff, former students, donors, university leaders, and sports philanthropists with a direct connection to Aggie Athletics.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership in college athletics or athlete development, Participation in Texas A&M or collegiate football, Significant philanthropy or service to Texas A&M, Career accomplishments connected to university athletics

Recent Guest Discussions

Tommy Moffitt - Career Journey, The Moffitt Method, Athletic Facilities, Football Roster Development, And Support For Texas A&m Student-athletes.

Jay Graham - Resilience, Aggie Athletics, Philanthropy, Professional Service, Family Ties To Football, And The Motivation Behind A $25 Million Campaign Gift.

Wilkin Formby - His Football Journey, Transfer To Texas A&m, Student-athlete Experience, Team Culture, Personal Goals, And Donor Support.

Matt Salvaggio - Career Development, Mentoring Student-athletes, Aggie Football, And The Role Of Donor Support In Athlete Development.

Isaiah Horton - His Football Journey, Setbacks, Decision To Attend Texas A&m, Personal Values, And The Student-athlete Experience.

Recent Topics

College Athletics, Football, Philanthropy, Student Athletes, Fundraising

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Answering the Call
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Greg Ploss | S3 E9

October 02, 2026

Longtime 12th Man Foundation donor and Texas A&M Athletics supporter Greg Ploss joins Ivy Robinson to share the journey that shaped his passion for the Aggies. Greg reflects on his career, his role as plant manager of Chemical Process and Production Inc., how his children’s time at Texas A&M renewed his connection to Aggie Athletics and the experiences that inspired him to give back through the 12th Man Foundation. Hear what motivated his family’s significant investment toward the Gre...

Alex Caruso | S3 E8

September 18, 2026

Texas A&M Basketball legend and two-time NBA champion Alex Caruso joins Ivy Robinson to reflect on his journey from ball boy at Reed Arena to a successful professional basketball career. In this episode, Alex shares memories of growing up in Aggieland, the phone call that changed his life and the historic NCAA Tournament run Aggie fans still talk about today. He also opens up about starting the Alex Caruso Foundation, his passion for giving back to the Bryan-College Station community and ...

Lyle Hemphill | S3 E7

September 04, 2026

Texas A&M Football Defensive Coordinator Lyle Hemphill sits down with Ivy Robinson to share the story behind his path to Aggieland, shaped by his father’s career as a head football coach, a detour toward law school and a nearly 20-year friendship with Mike Elko that ultimately brought him to College Station. Lyle reflects on the coaching mentors who influenced him along the way, his defensive philosophy and what he believes makes Texas A&M unique. He also shares what he’s most gratefu...

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Frequently asked questions

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Answering the Call
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How do I get in touch with Answering the Call?

Answering the Call is hosted by Ivy Robinson. Its publicly listed email is podcast@12thmanfoundation.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Answering the Call?

The publicly listed email for Answering the Call: podcast@12thmanfoundation.com.

How many listeners does Answering the Call have?

Podseeker estimates Answering the Call reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Answering the Call?

Answering the Call typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Current or former Texas A&M student-athletes, coaches, athletic department staff, former students, donors, university leaders, and sports philanthropists with a direct connection to Aggie Athletics. Common among recent guests: Leadership in college athletics or athlete development; Participation in Texas A&M or collegiate football; Significant philanthropy or service to Texas A&M. Recent guests include Tommy Moffitt, Jay Graham, and Wilkin Formby.

How hard is it to get booked on Answering the Call?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Answering the Call cover?

Recent episodes cover College Athletics, Football, Philanthropy, Student Athletes, and Fundraising. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

podcast@12thmanfoundation.com

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