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Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs

Matt Vandeberg, Laura Vandeberg

Booking Overview

A sports interview show focused on Iowa Hawkeyes and college football, typically featuring Iowa football players, coaches, and other Iowa athletes alongside host-led game analysis and previews. Credible pitches include current or former Iowa players, college coaches, football analysts, recruiting experts, and sports figures with a direct Hawkeye or Big Ten connection; booking difficulty is medium because access and relevance to Iowa football are important, though the show has secured prominent guests such as Kirk Ferentz.

Metrics

Episodes: 80

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

storylinemultimedia@gmail.com

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Host

Matt Vandeberg - Hawkeye football commentator and co-host with extensive knowledge of Iowa football, including game analysis, opponent previews, and predictions.

Laura Vandeberg - Hawkeye football commentator and co-host who contributes Iowa football analysis, team coverage, and opponent history and context.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Current or former Iowa Hawkeyes football players, Iowa coaches, alumni, and other athletes or football professionals with a strong connection to Iowa or the Big Ten.
Required Achievements:  
Current collegiate athletic participation, Coaching or leadership within Iowa football, Experience in college football, recruiting, player development, or Big Ten athletics

Recent Guest Discussions

Nathan McNeil - His Journey From Tampa To Iowa, First Career Start And Touchdown, Recruiting, Adapting To College Football, Pregame Routine, And Development As A Young Running Back.

Reece Vander Zee - Growing Up In Northwest Iowa, Recruitment, Playing As A True Freshman, Family Business, Injuries, Faith, And His Development As A Player.

Hank Brown - His Path From Illinois To Nashville And Iowa, Playing For Trent Dilfer, Transferring From Auburn, Leadership, Adversity, Faith, And The College Quarterback Experience.

Kamari Moulton - His Path To Iowa, Development, Competition In The Running Back Room, Leadership, And The Team's Offensive Outlook.

Kirk Ferentz - His Career And Family, Leadership, Iowa's Football Culture, Player Development, Recruiting, NIL, The Transfer Portal, And The Evolution Of College Football.

Recent Topics

Sports, College Football, Iowa Hawkeyes, Big Ten, Football Recruiting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs
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Cam Manyawu | Bye Week Q&A + Minnesota Preview

October 19, 2026

Iowa basketball’s Cam Manyawu joins Matt and Laura VandeBerg on Talkin’ Hawks, presented by Hills Bank! Cam shares how basketball brought his parents from Zimbabwe to the United States, his journey from Wyoming to Drake to Iowa, and why following Ben McCollum was an easy decision. From the culture behind the Hawkeyes’ Elite Eight run to the faith that keeps him grounded, get to know Cam and what’s driving him heading into a new season.Plus, Matt and Laura answer your bye week questions, discu...

Robert Gallery | Life After Football, Mental Health + Iowa vs. Washington Recap

October 12, 2026

Former Iowa Hawkeye legend and NFL offensive lineman Robert Gallery joins Talkin' Hawks for one of our most powerful conversations yet. Robert takes us through his journey from growing up in small-town Iowa to becoming the second overall pick in the NFL Draft, the challenges of his professional career, and the difficult transition to life after football. He opens up about traumatic brain injuries, mental health struggles, and the treatments and experiences that helped him find a new path ...

Kenny Merrieweather | Ohio State Recap + Washington Preview

October 05, 2026

After one of the biggest weekends Iowa City has seen in a long time, Laura and Matt VandeBerg recap Iowa’s loss to Ohio State and break down what went wrong against one of the most talented teams in the country. They discuss the quarterback conversation surrounding Hank Brown and Jeremy Oginski, Jeremiah Smith’s impact on the game, the positives Iowa can take away from the loss, and why one game shouldn’t define this Hawkeye team. Plus, Laura shares some behind-the-scenes stories from an unfo...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs?

Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs is hosted by Matt Vandeberg and Laura Vandeberg. Its publicly listed email is storylinemultimedia@gmail.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 Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs?

The publicly listed email for Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs: storylinemultimedia@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs have?

Podseeker estimates Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs?

Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Current or former Iowa Hawkeyes football players, Iowa coaches, alumni, and other athletes or football professionals with a strong connection to Iowa or the Big Ten. Common among recent guests: Current collegiate athletic participation; Coaching or leadership within Iowa football; Experience in college football, recruiting, player development, or Big Ten athletics. Recent guests include Nathan McNeil, Reece Vander Zee, and Hank Brown.

How hard is it to get booked on Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs?

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

What topics does Talkin' Hawks with The VandeBergs cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, College Football, Iowa Hawkeyes, Big Ten, and Football Recruiting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

storylinemultimedia@gmail.com

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