The CALS Report

Ever wondered what it takes to lead in college sports? Welcome to The CALS Report, your inside track to leadership in college athletics. What began as the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium, a professional development event for industry leaders, has evolved into a dynamic community—and this podcast is your invitation to join it. In each episode, we bring you fresh insights, real experiences, and untold stories from top leaders in college athletics. Whether you're an established athletics director, an emerging administrator, or simply curious about the inner workings of college sports, The CALS Report is your essential guide to the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry. Tune in to learn from those at the forefront of college athletics, and discover what it takes to lead with impact.

The CALS Report is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The CALS Report, a business show with 32 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  Season 3, Ep. 1 | A Conversation with TCU AD Mike Buddie

  Sep 21, 20261h 8mS3

  Time for year three of the CALS Report. First up, the big interview featuring CALS host and TCU Director of Athletics Mike Buddie. You'll enjoy hearing about his unconventional path from college baseball to the MLB to the AD chair, how TCU balances resources across sports while dealing with revenue sharing, NIL, rising costs and roster investment and his advice for young athletics professionals. He also shares what makes TCU and Fort Worth special as CALS26 approaches. Plus, Airshare Chief Revenue Officer Dylan Haynie joins us for this month’s Sponsor Spotlight to talk about how Airshare helps coaches, administrators, athletes and more make the most of their time with flexible, efficient air travel options built for the demands of college athletics.

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  Ep. 23 | Big Sky Commissioner Tom Wistrcill

  Jul 31, 202649 minS2

  Big Sky Conference Commissioner Tom Wistrcill joins Ryan Bradley to discuss leadership, conference realignment and the rapidly changing college athletics landscape. He shares his perspective on revenue sharing, the transfer portal, the future of FCS football and the NCAA men’s basketball selection process, along with valuable career advice for aspiring athletic administrators.

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  Ep. 22 | A Conversation with Houston AD Eddie Nuñez

  Jun 29, 202634 min

  This month, Ryan Bradley sits down with Eddie Nunez, Director of Athletics at the University of Houston, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, growth, and navigating a new era in college athletics. Eddie shares his career journey from student-athlete to coach to administrator, including the lessons he learned at LSU and New Mexico that helped prepare him for the opportunity at Houston. He talks about what drew him to the role, the potential he sees in the University of Houston, and why competing in the Big 12 is both a challenge and a tremendous opportunity. The conversation also takes a deeper look at the evolving role of the athletic director. Eddie discusses what it means to lead like a CEO, build relationships across a major city, grow revenue in a changing financial landscape, and keep an athletic department aligned during a time of constant uncertainty. You’ll also hear Eddie’s perspective on the importance of culture, consistency, and community support, along with what he has learned from working alongside leaders like Kelvin Sampson and Willie Fritz. And as a longtime supporter of CALS, Eddie shares why professional development, genuine relationships, and learning from others remain so important for the next generation of college athletics leaders. It’s an honest and insightful conversation about building something the right way, embracing change, and leading with both urgency and perspective.

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  EP. 21 | A CONVERSATION WITH PITT AD ALLEN GREENE

  May 26, 202640 minS2

  In Episode 21 of The CALS Report, Ryan Bradley talks with University of Pittsburgh Athletics Director Allen Greene. Greene shares perspective from his journey through college baseball, professional baseball, and athletic administration, along with lessons learned from leading at multiple institutions and building alignment at Pitt. The conversation touches on the realities of modern college athletics, the importance of culture inside a department, and why developing student-athletes still has to stay at the center of the mission. It’s a thoughtful discussion filled with practical perspective for anyone working in or around college athletics.

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  EP. 20 | Inside Revenue Generation on the Front Lines of College Athletics

  Apr 30, 20261h 2mS0

  What does it take to go from a solid fundraiser to someone who consistently delivers at the highest level? In this episode of The CALS Report, the conversation goes beyond tactics and into mindset, discipline, and the small habits that build trust over time. Host Quinn Kavanagh, Associate AD for Major Gifts at Tennessee, is joined by two respected industry leaders. Brady Hart serves as Deputy AD and Chief Revenue Officer at the University of Tennessee, overseeing revenue generation and serving as the sport administrator for football. Denson Hollis is the CEO/Senior Associate AD for Development for Ole Miss...

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