The Belligerent Beavs Podcast

The Belligerent Beavs Podcast

Belligerent Beavs is the dynamic intersection of Oregon State Athletics, nostalgia, pop culture, beer, and friendship. Join OSU alumni and best friends JP Bertram, Terry Horstman, and Benny Wehage every week for the latest in Beaver Sports news, game recaps, exclusive interviews, and unforgettable stories. Tune in for our unique blend of spirited discussions, throwbacks, and laughs, making every episode a celebration of Beaver Nation.

Episodes

August 22, 2025 119 mins

We’re back, Beaver Fam! Louder, wronger, and ready to predict EVERYTHING. We run through every game on Beaver Football’s 2025 slate, circle the upsets, and name the traps.
Plus: candy chaos (mini vs big cups) erupts, we dissect unorthodox Beaver Hoops manifesto, and break down Pac-12 TV (CBS/CW), plus Texas State & DBU adds. 🦫🔥


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The Oregon State Beavers are OUT of the College World Series, and we’ve got thoughts. We break down every gut-wrenching detail of OSU Baseball’s Omaha exit, preview MLB Draft decisions for stars like Gavin Turley and Aiva Arquette, and react to rumors of Texas State joining the Pac-12.

Plus: haunted home teasers and yes, Benny has never seen Breaking Bad. Total chaos. 🦫🔥


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Oregon State Baseball is headed to the College World Series! We break down the Beavers’ Super Regional win over Florida State, Trent Caraway’s breakout performance, elite pitching, and possible Omaha matchups.


Plus: Rocco’s Jell-O shot strategy, Mitch Canham’s magic, and why this Beaver squad is built for a title. Subscribe and ride the wave to Omaha with us! 🦫⚾


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The Oregon State Beavers are headed to the Corvallis Super Regional and we’re breaking down the full matchup vs. Florida State Baseball - including how to attack ace Jamie Arnold. We dive into Dax Whitney’s breakout, Trent Caraway’s power surge, and what’s next at Goss Stadium.


Plus: Conference Realignment, NCAA Baseball chaos, and a naked dude at Little League.


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The Beavs' 2025 Football season is heating up and we’re here to map the road. In Ep 181, we dive into which Oregon State away game is worth your cash, why the Murphy-to-Clemons connection could be huge, and how Trent Bray’s offense is shaping up. Plus, OSU’s new NIL platform rollout, and the dumbest/brilliant name we gave this podcast in an alternate universe: Poddammit. Tap in, subscribe, and CHOPEM. 🍺🦫


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Oregon State had a chance to lead in the NIL era.


And said no.


Beavs Legend Steve Johnson returns to share his inside story of a groundbreaking proposal to elevate OSU Men’s Basketball through alumni engagement, academic partnerships, and a modern, sustainable NIL strategy. Backed by the College of Business, it was a chance to lead with vision.


Instead, the Athletic Department walked away.


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A bumpy week for Beaver Baseball stirs up the panic meter (spoiler: we’re not panicking), Maalik Murphy shows he might just have a literal bazooka attached to his shoulder, GP2 pulls one of the pettiest flexes in NBA history, and we look at Ryan Gunderson’s huge opportunity as he heads into a crucial year with Beaver Football.


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Maxim Logue is LEGIT, but will he be part of Oregon State’s future? We break down the Beavs' March Sadness, question the direction of Men’s Hoops under Wayne Tinkle, and unleash the most chaotic theme night ideas for OSU Football. Subscribe for unfiltered Beaver banter. 🦫🍺


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Oregon State Women’s Basketball caps off a stunning comeback season, but the future? Even brighter. Meanwhile, the Men’s Basketball team gets rocked by major portal losses: Rataj, Kingz, and Craig are GONE. Jade Carey is chasing the one title that’s eluded her: NCAA gold. Beaver Gymnastics heads to Alabama, and Baseball keeps swinging in the Top 5. Tap in. 🦫🍻


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Oregon State Women’s Basketball shocked just about everyone when they punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament. 🏀🔥 Team captain AJ Marotte joins the pod to talk about the Beavs’ wild run, her decision to stay at OSU, and what “Why Not Us?” really means inside the locker room. Plus, Scott Rueck is out here hitting Jumpman poses and the Beavs' lockdown defense. LET’S GO 🦫


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Oregon State Women's Basketball just pulled off one of the most incredible runs in program history, winning the WCC Tournament and earning a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Scott Rueck just put on a coaching clinic, Catarina Ferreira dominated, and now the Beavs might have a first-round matchup with a familiar face. Plus, Beavs Baseball piles on the runs at Goss, and we look ahead to March Madness. LET’S GO! 🏀⚾🍻


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Scott Rueck reaches career win No. 600 as Oregon State Women’s Basketball celebrates Senior Day, with AJ Marotte securing her place in Beaver immortality. Meanwhile, Michael Rataj etches his name alongside Gary Payton in Beavs history. But should the Men’s Basketball squad actually prefer the 5-seed in the WCC tourney? Benny makes his case. Plus, Beaver Baseball’s rollercoaster weekend in Texas… what’s next? 🍺🦫


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The Beavs are rolling! Oregon State Baseball exploded for a 48-9 run differential in their opening weekend, proving the preseason hype is real. Dax Whitney and Ethan Kleinschmit looked absolutely filthy on the mound, and the offense is STACKED with talent. Now, OSU heads to Texas for a huge showdown with No. 2 Virginia on Friday. Can they keep the momentum going? 🍺🦫


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Scott Barnes says Oregon Stateisn’t planning on hitting the future revenue-sharing ceiling. What does that mean for the future of Beavs athletics? Trent Bray doubles down as HC & DC, raising big questions about his workload. Baseball season is here, and expectations are sky-high! Plus, we debate whether OSU should even play a spring game in the era of portal poaching. Tap in for the latest on Oregon State sports! 🦫🔥


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Oregon State men’s basketball hit a brutal roadblock at Gonzaga, falling 98-60. But before that, Michael Rataj went off for a career-high 30 in a big win over Santa Clara. We break down the Beavs’ home dominance, their road struggles, and what’s next with Wazzu and St. Mary’s coming to Gill. Plus, 3-star RB LaMarcus Bell commits to OSU, and Joshua Gray is turning heads at the Shrine Bowl.


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In Episode 170 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we’re celebrating Oregon State Men’s Basketball’s stunning upset over Gonzaga (!!), diving into the key plays, standout performances, and what this win means for the Beavs moving forward. We spotlight Michael Rataj’s dominant stretch and why he’s emerging as a game-changer for the team. Next, we shift gears to Oregon State Baseball, highlighting the insane depth of this year’s pitch...

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In Episode 169 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we start with Football’s big news: Defensive Coordinator Keith Heyward resigns, with Trent Bray stepping up to take over play-calling duties alongside his head coaching role. Plus, we celebrate the commitment of four-star athlete T’Andre Waverly, who made a splash by putting on the Beaver hat live on TV.

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In Episode 168 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we celebrate the Maalik Murphy signing and discuss how Trent Bray is crushing the transfer portal to reload Oregon State Football. We also dive into the Beavs' impressive early WCC basketball season, Michael Rataj’s dominance, and how Damarco Minor embodies grit and versatility. Plus, we look at the evolution of NIL and its impact on college sports, break down Oregon State’s chances ...

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In Episode 167 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, JP and Benny break down Beaver Football’s rollercoaster season. From Everett Hayes’ legendary Senior Day game-winning kick to Oregon State's hard-fought finale in Boise, we wrap up the season and dive into what’s next for the Beavs. Plus, OSU Men’s Basketball is lighting it up, staying undefeated against the spread and playing as a cohesive, international powerhouse. And where is Ter...

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In Episode 166 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we break down Oregon State Football’s crushing 28-0 shutout loss at Air Force. From the ongoing quarterback uncertainty to a lackluster offensive game plan, we explore how the Beavs can possibly regroup for the season’s final stretch. Is the coaching staff out of answers? On the flip side, we celebrate Men’s Basketball’s dominant 4-0 start, highlighting the depth and teamwork propell...

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