Brion and Nick interview the "Voice of the Hawkeyes" Gary Dolphin. He shares his broadcasting history at Iowa going back to 1973, and how he prepares for each game. He also shares some great stories about Hayden Fry and Kirk Ferentz, and shares his thoughts on the upcoming 2025 season.
00:00 Introduction: Reflecting on Bump Elliot and Hayden Fry
01:29 Welcoming Gary Dolphin: Voice of the Hawkeyes
01:49 First Play-by-Play Memories and Transition to Learfield
09:08 Kirk Ferentz's Journey and Coaching Philosophy
19:30 Hayden Fry's Legacy and Transition to Kirk Ferentz
30:41 Preparing for Game Day: Behind the Scenes
41:43 Broadcasting Wisdom and Humor
42:41 Mentorship and Career Reflections
42:58 The Unpredictability of Live Radio
43:29 Play-by-Play Dynamics
44:40 Foundation and Scholarship Initiatives
51:10 Memorable Moments and Traditions
01:05:17 Stadium Experiences and Rivalries
01:14:05 Conference Expansion and TV Influence
01:19:57 The Story Behind Dolph's Iron Bar in Dubuque
01:27:47 Growing Up in Cascade, Iowa
01:32:51 Iowa Football: Past and Present
01:33:39 Special Teams and Defensive Lineup
01:38:20 Offensive Line and Key Players
01:45:37 Kirk Ferentz: The Man Behind the Success
01:50:03 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Farewells
You can learn more about Gary Dolphin at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Dolphin
To learn about his bar, visit https://garydolphins.com/
To learn more about his Journalism scholarship, visit https://dbqfoundation.org/giving-center/gary-dolphin-journalism-grant-fund
Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.
Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.
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