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Tortillas & Takes

Tortillas & Takes

By Albie Shore and Jeramey Gillilan

Top commentary on all things Texas Tech x Big 12. Realistic Takes + Keeping the corn/flour debate alive. Part of the Ten12 Network.
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Tortillas & TakesNov 15, 2021

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Football: Wyoming, Oregon, and Tarleton State (with guests!)

Football: Wyoming, Oregon, and Tarleton State (with guests!)

It's that sweet smell of football in the air. Albie and Jeramey are in full preview mode, but this season we want to give you a lot of information in the shortest amount of time. Tortillas & Takes is previewing multiple teams per episode and inviting on other podcasts to promote the schools they love so dearly. This episode we bring on Dominiqk with DuckZone503 to give us some help with the new Big 10 school on the block.

Aug 15, 202356:51
Tortillas & Topics: Beauty Is In The Eyes of the Coaches (Poll)

Tortillas & Topics: Beauty Is In The Eyes of the Coaches (Poll)

The Coaches Top 25 poll is here! Texas Tech lands at no. 24 so, naturally, Albie and Jeramey give a quick critique at some of those represented as well as how the Big 12 is shaping up with a few weeks before kickoff.

Aug 10, 202356:08
Tortillas & Topics: Yormark Don't Want No Simps Pt. II

Tortillas & Topics: Yormark Don't Want No Simps Pt. II

In the span of 24 hours the Big 12 brought in Arizona, Arizona State, and Utah to round out the conference to 16 teams. What does that mean for the conference and the college football landscape? Albie and Jeramey get into the weeds.

Aug 05, 202338:57
Tortillas & Topics: Yormark Don't Want No Simps Pt. I

Tortillas & Topics: Yormark Don't Want No Simps Pt. I

It's hot and heavy in the conference realignment talk. Albie and Jeramey talk Arizona's inevitable move to the Big 12, the war for the remaining Pac teams, and what it really means to be in this conference.

Aug 04, 202347:15
Tortillas & Topics: The New Big 12!

Tortillas & Topics: The New Big 12!

After Big 12 Media Days, there's a lot to like about the upcoming season. Albie and Jeramey discuss incoming programs, the TBT in Lubbock, and just how sweet it would be to get Texas one more time.

Jul 21, 202346:34
Tortillas & Topics: TBT in the LBK

Tortillas & Topics: TBT in the LBK

Summers are usually the dead period, but Lubbock has secured a bid to host a portion of the tournament at the United Supermarkets Arena. Albie and Jeramey preview the Air Raiders along with some of their opening competition.

Jul 17, 202333:12
Tortillas & Topics: Let's Talk About That "Recruiting Landscape" in Texas

Tortillas & Topics: Let's Talk About That "Recruiting Landscape" in Texas

Albie and Jeramey take a mid-summer pulse check of the Texas Tech Football and Men's Basketball programs. What has Joey McGuire done to fortify his depth chart ahead of a possible preseason Top-25 appearance? Where are the McCasland haters following his last few transfers that have landed him some national kudos?

Jul 10, 202334:01
Baseball: Talking Money Moves with Justin Apodaca

Baseball: Talking Money Moves with Justin Apodaca

This week Albie and Jeramey bring on Red Raider Sports journalist, Justin Apodaca, to talk about Texas Tech Baseball and the athlete-shuffle.

Jul 06, 202328:45
Tortillas & Topics: The Recruiting Landscape in Texas

Tortillas & Topics: The Recruiting Landscape in Texas

Albie and Jeramey stay chilling in the heat of summer, but Texas Tech football and men's basketball are steadily collecting recruits. We go over the success of McGuire and intriguing efficiency of McCasland as they look towards success in the upcoming year.

Jun 28, 202350:29
Tortillas & Topics: DQ is NOT What We Like About the Championship (& Texas Tech Football hype train)

Tortillas & Topics: DQ is NOT What We Like About the Championship (& Texas Tech Football hype train)

We're pressing play again and looking at the ending of the baseball and track seasons. After the ad break we peer into the football team and figure out what's setting this season apart, how optimistic should we be (and is that okay?), and wether or not Tyler Shough is a top three QB in the Big 12. Strap in.

Jun 16, 202340:28
Tortillas & Topics: they're runners, they're track stars, and Gainesville was not the move

Tortillas & Topics: they're runners, they're track stars, and Gainesville was not the move

Today Albie and Jeramey celebrate the Track & Field teams along with Ludvig Aberg for phenomenal showings this past week with some substantial accolades. As for the baseball team, however, could we have got placed in a more difficult regional?

May 30, 202332:13
Tortillas & Topics: Wackbat chat & Texas Tech's dark horse campaign

Tortillas & Topics: Wackbat chat & Texas Tech's dark horse campaign

Why is Texas Tech getting looks at Alabama for the Sugar Bowl?? Also we close up the season for softball while keeping hope for baseball's post-season appearance.

May 19, 202333:58
Tortillas & Topics: End of stickball and who is the more exciting basketball program?!

Tortillas & Topics: End of stickball and who is the more exciting basketball program?!

Really it's as simple as that: Coach Gerlich is doing the most in the least amount of time! Join Albie and Jeramey as they breakdown some disappointing series from softball and baseball while looking towards the growing hype around the Lady Raiders team. Also is Coach McCasland alive??

May 05, 202338:03
Tortillas & Topics: Stickball, lunches with Coach Gerlich, and does the spring game really matter?

Tortillas & Topics: Stickball, lunches with Coach Gerlich, and does the spring game really matter?

As the seasons for softball and baseball round third, so to speak, Albie and Jeramey break down their most recent play and how that affects a post-season bid. Also we chat about the Lady Raider's newest pickup as well as debate whether or not spring games for football even matter.

Apr 28, 202332:32
Tortillas & Topics: Softball, baseball, and how early is too early for criticism?

Tortillas & Topics: Softball, baseball, and how early is too early for criticism?

Albie and Jeramey do a quick update on how Texas Tech Softball and Baseball are doing before moving towards the topic-at-hand: is Jaylon Tyson's transfer announcement spell legitimate criticism of Grant McCasland?

Apr 18, 202344:59
Texas Tech: 12 Years of Kirby Hocutt (pt. II)

Texas Tech: 12 Years of Kirby Hocutt (pt. II)

Following last week's examination of Texas Tech Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt, we are excited to bring on Sportico's Daniel Libit for an exclusive interview regarding his work as an investigative journalist, his experience breaking the Stollings story, and what kind of morality can exist in the upper-echelon of college athletics.

Apr 10, 202301:05:47
Texas Tech: 12 Years of Kirby Hocutt (pt. I)

Texas Tech: 12 Years of Kirby Hocutt (pt. I)

In what will probably be our most controversial episode, Albie and Jeramey decide to take on a topic that has been largely avoided: Kirby Hocutt. The Texas Tech Athletic Director since 2011, Hocutt has done an exceptional job at creating visible progress around various athletic programs. He has also navigated six head coaches leaving the University on the basis of student-athlete abuse (five since 2020). Why hasn't there been more scrutiny of his tenure? Does Texas Tech have some sort of risk-reward scale pertaining to his employment? We look at Hocutt's best and worst of the past 12 years.

Apr 07, 202343:40
Basketball: The Mc(Cash)land Era

Basketball: The Mc(Cash)land Era

Albie and Jeramey go over Texas Tech's new basketball coach hire, Grant McCasland, following his presser on Monday. What's exciting about the hire, what's concerning about the hire, and where should your expectations be heading into year one?

Apr 04, 202341:57
Basketball: The Super Lady Raiders & An Impending MBB Hire

Basketball: The Super Lady Raiders & An Impending MBB Hire

Albie and Jeramey take some time to reflect on Texas Tech basketball. The Lady Raiders have their best season since 2013 making it to the WNIT Super 16 but ultimately falling to Arkansas, while the men's program seemingly is waiting for the NIT to finish before hiring their new coach. What's in store for the future of Coach Gerlich and perhaps Coach McCasland? This episode has all that and some boxed wine to boot.

Mar 28, 202342:02
Basketball: Where the Postseason At?!

Basketball: Where the Postseason At?!

Selection Sunday came and went and neither the men's or women's programs were invited to the Big Dance. The Lady Raiders, however, are WNIT bound for the first time since the 2012-2013 season! Albie and Jeramey touch on that along with new conference realignment talk and the mess that is our men's basketball program. 

Mar 13, 202346:46
Basketball: Out of the Frying Pan, and Into the Fire

Basketball: Out of the Frying Pan, and Into the Fire

"The season from Hell" finally met its close at the hands of West Virginia in the opening round of the Big 12 Tournament, but that hasn't been the talk of the town for fans of Texas Tech. Mark Adams made some not-so-savory comments towards a student athlete and went from a suspension to downright stepping away from the head coaching role. Texas Tech is, once again, on the hunt for another head coach for its once illustrious basketball program. Albie and Jeramey break down the breakdown and talk through some of the names on the shortlist for the next HC.

Mar 10, 202348:15
Basketball: Men Continue to Push for Tournament, Lady Raiders Break Losing Slide

Basketball: Men Continue to Push for Tournament, Lady Raiders Break Losing Slide

This week Albie and Jeramey look towards the men's incredible back-to-back road wins over West Virginia and Oklahoma and the Lady Raider's back-to-back overtime performances against Oklahoma State and West Virginia. With three games left in the regular season will the men have enough in the tank to secure a place in the Big Dance? Will the women do enough to get into the WNIT and prolong their season? That and more about avoiding Texas-like fandom on this episode! 

Feb 24, 202337:16
Basketball: The Texas Tech Seesaw

Basketball: The Texas Tech Seesaw

In classic Texas Tech fashion, we cannot have two programs excel at the same time. The men's basketball team has been surging with three Top 25 wins in five games while the Lady Raiders have regressed with four losses in five games. What has Coach Adams' crew been doing to change the narrative and what can Coach Gerlich do to continue a post-season conversation? That and more! 

Feb 17, 202335:37
Basketball: Interviewing 93' National Champion Nikki Heath

Basketball: Interviewing 93' National Champion Nikki Heath

This week Albie and Jeramey bring on member of the 1993 Lady Raiders National Championship team, Nikki Heath, to talk about the run to Texas Tech's first national title, sandwiches, and her thoughts on the team this year. We are excited to share the insights and experiences of a former Texas Tech athlete and encourage you to check out her music as well!

Feb 07, 202346:47
Basketball: A WIN IN CONFERENCE!

Basketball: A WIN IN CONFERENCE!

Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty we are free at last! Well, at least from a zero win season in conference. The men's basketball team grits out a win in Baton Rouge against the lowly LSU team before handing Iowa State one hell of a stunner in Lubbock a few days later. Lady Raider basketball struggles to get a win against a good Oklahoma State team despite being tied with four minutes to go. Albie and Jeramey break down this week's action and look ahead to exciting matchups. 

Feb 03, 202341:07
Basketball: There's no moral victories unless you suck, and buddy -

Basketball: There's no moral victories unless you suck, and buddy -

Albie and Jeramey take a look at a tough double loss by the Texas Tech basketball teams; a thumping at home by West Virginia for the men and a tough loss on the road for the women. Not all losses are the same and we are excited for the trajectory of the Lady Raiders - the men, however, are not as inspiring right now. 

Jan 27, 202332:49
Basketball: Lady Raiders stack success, Red Raiders fall to 0-6

Basketball: Lady Raiders stack success, Red Raiders fall to 0-6

Audio issues resolved! Albie and Jeramey give high praise for Coach Gerlich and this Lady Raider team after a hard-fought win against a ranked Texas Longhorn squad in Lubbock. Bre Scott is HER (and who else on the team is an absolute bucket). On the other side, Mark Adams and the Red Raider basketball team continue to search for that elusive first win in conference after falling to Baylor. Though the road isn't getting any easier is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Jan 20, 202336:20
Basketball: Early Conference Play for both programs

Basketball: Early Conference Play for both programs

The Big 12 is always a tough transition out of the non-conference schedule, but the men and women's programs have taken it in different strides. Why is Coach Adams' team struggling and what kind of season can we expect from the Lady Raiders after knocking off Kansas State? Albie and Jeramey fight the audio issues of our software and catch you up on the Texas Tech basketball scene in 2023.

Jan 18, 202333:38
Football: Texas Bowl Recap

Football: Texas Bowl Recap

Texas Tech walked into Houston to avenge the 2018 and 2008 losses to Ole Miss & this Red Raider team took it to the Rebels by the tune of 42-25. Albie & Jeramey recap the final game of the season where Tech capped of their best seasons since 2013

Dec 31, 202245:10
Football: The Texas Bowl Preview

Football: The Texas Bowl Preview

Playing against each other for just the sixth time, Texas Tech travels to Houston to take on Ole Miss in the TaxAct Texas Bowl. Find out what makes this game competitive, what gives Albie and Jeramey pause, and what we can reasonably expect from a Texas Tech team reeling from important injuries and transfers. 

Dec 27, 202254:03
Basketball: Women's non-conference & that new house rizz

Basketball: Women's non-conference & that new house rizz

Since losing to Jackson State, the Texas Tech women's team has been on a 10-game winning streak behind the leadership of Coach Gerlich. What sets this team apart from those from the past? Who are the buckets? Who are the captains? And who is doing all of the dirty work?! Albie and Jeramey walk through the Lady Raiders' schedule and break down one of the most complete rosters Texas Tech has had in some time. 

Dec 23, 202244:51
Basketball: Men's non-conference & extracurriculars

Basketball: Men's non-conference & extracurriculars

Albie and Jeramey lock in to talk about Texas Tech Men's basketball and their current 8-2 record. What are some positive takeaways, what are some negative takeaways, and where is the team at going into conference play? Also Tortillas & Takes addresses the allegations against Mark Adams and the basketball program as a whole... the theme? Be patient.

Dec 19, 202245:57
Happy Half Hour: Tradition, World Cup, and what IS a Christmas movie??

Happy Half Hour: Tradition, World Cup, and what IS a Christmas movie??

We're breaking out of our winter slumber with something fun and refreshing, the Happy Half Hour! Albie, Kenzie, and Jeramey bring their best festive beverage to the table to talk about things around this wintery time of year. 

Dec 15, 202245:32
Football: Texas Tech's 2022 Season in Review

Football: Texas Tech's 2022 Season in Review

Texas Tech met and exceeded expectations in Joey McGuire's inaugural season. To wrap it all up nicely just like Spotify does your music: Albie and Jeramey go lightning quick through the whole season and look at the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Red Raider fans, you can be proud of your 2022 football team. 

Dec 03, 202201:01:15
Football: Texas Tech v Oklahoma Recap

Football: Texas Tech v Oklahoma Recap

A few days removed, but with more analytics in hand, Albie and Jeramey look at the win that propelled Texas Tech to a fourth place finish in the Big 12 after being predicted to finish ninth. Trailing in five important categories, the Red Raiders found an improbable way to win; furthering "The Brand" and making history in the process. Let's talk about it. 

Dec 01, 202247:10
Football: Texas Tech v Iowa State Preview

Football: Texas Tech v Iowa State Preview

Iowa State is 1-6 in conference, WHY are you afraid of this team! Well, Albie and Jeramey think there's a few good reasons to be. This Iowa State defense is one of the best in the Big 12, you're playing in Jack Trice Stadium when the high of the day is 29, and Iowa State is in a must-win situation to near bowl eligibility. Can Texas Tech pull off the road win in Ames for the first time since 2014? If they can - it'll be with the help of the Iowa State offense... which is butt.

Nov 18, 202248:59
Football: Texas Tech v Kansas Recap

Football: Texas Tech v Kansas Recap

Texas Tech had to fight off a tough Kansas team but was able to do it behind a resurgent Tyler Shough ACC some much needed turnovers. Albie and Dylan  recap this game that has Tech only one win away from bowl eligibility.

Nov 14, 202231:57
Football: Texas Tech v Kansas Preview

Football: Texas Tech v Kansas Preview

Ahead of what usually would be a no-brainer win for Texas Tech, Albie and Jeramey urge caution against this now bowl-eligible Kansas Jayhawk football team. Gone are the days of the memes, and three Big 12 teams have already found that out - most notably a ranked Oklahoma State team. Will Texas Tech have their quarterback situation figured out in time, will Kittley abandon the run game again, and will Kansas trot out Jason Daniels? All that and more on this week's preview. 

Nov 11, 202239:33
Basketball: Men & Women Season Openers

Basketball: Men & Women Season Openers

After a thrilling Monday tip-off for both the men and women's basketball programs, Albie and Jeramey take a blitz look at where the rosters are, how the games went, and what we're expecting moving forward in the season. Coach Adams and Coach Gerlich have two very different pedagogies in their roster, but both have their eyes set on a fight for the Big 12. 

Nov 09, 202240:16
Football: Texas Tech v TCU Recap

Football: Texas Tech v TCU Recap

Texas Tech had to rely on a quarterback that was not planned to start to take the reigns and had the team in ripe position to win in the 2nd half, but questionable decisions and play led to a late game collapse by the Red Raiders. No I'm not talking about the Oklahoma State game, no I'm not talking about the Baylor game, instead this time I am talking about the TCU game from this past weekend. Albie & Dylan recap this game that resulted in another 4th quarter from Hell

Nov 07, 202237:47
Football: Texas Tech v TCU Preview

Football: Texas Tech v TCU Preview

After the most lopsided loss of the season, can the Red Raiders bounce back against the undefeated Horned Frogs? Albie & Jeramey sure hope so. The guys preview this game that looks bleak from an outsider view but with improvement in some areas, Texas Tech can pull off an upset in friendly road confines

Nov 04, 202238:28
Football: Texas Tech v Baylor Recap

Football: Texas Tech v Baylor Recap

Tech football suffered the first hole loss of the season in a game that was somewhat close until it absolutely wasn’t. Albie & Dylan recap this game that turned into the 4th Quarter from Hell.

Nov 01, 202231:49
Football: Texas Tech v Baylor Preview

Football: Texas Tech v Baylor Preview

Texas Tech is riding on a high after winning their 4th home game in a row, can the good time keep rolling against Baylor? Albie & Jeramey preview this matchup and look at how much this Red Raider team has impressed.

Oct 28, 202250:51
Soccer & Volleyball: Ships Passing in the Night

Soccer & Volleyball: Ships Passing in the Night

In true Tortillas & Takes fashion, we ended up with the inverse of Jeramey and Kenzie's predictions for Texas Tech's soccer and volleyball programs. While soccer is on the eve of its biggest game of the eason, volleyball is looking to break a three-game losing streak and keep the hope of a top three finish alive. All of this talk, mind you, while Kenzie was locked in her home because of a local murderer on a rampage!

Oct 26, 202222:36
Football: Texas Tech v West Virginia Recap

Football: Texas Tech v West Virginia Recap

Well, that went better than expected! Texas Tech mops up West Virginia in Lubbock to the sound of a resounding 48-10 victory. Albie and Dylan catch up after the game to see what went right and how that challenges expectations going forward. 

Oct 25, 202228:41
Football: Texas Tech vs West Virginia Preview

Football: Texas Tech vs West Virginia Preview

We went a whole episode and never said "take me home, country roads." Why? Because the only people going home are West Virginia with that L. Join Albie and Jeramey as they investigate just how powerful this bye week was in the Red Raiders' matchup with the Mountaineers.

Oct 21, 202229:52
Soccer: Texas Tech is blazing a trail to the NCAA Tournament

Soccer: Texas Tech is blazing a trail to the NCAA Tournament

While Jeramey and Kenzie were down on the soccer program after a troublesome west coast trip, Coach Stone remained vigilant. The Texas Tech team has gone on a four-game winning streak in conference to set themselves up nicely on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament. Wins against Baylor and certainly TCU would cement their bid and maybe even result in a second place finish in the Big 12. 

Oct 19, 202228:05
Football: First Half Season Recap

Football: First Half Season Recap

The Texas Tech football season is halfway completed & the Red Raiders are halfway to a bowl game. This team has risen expectations & we’ve gotten a glimpse at how a Joey McGuire team plays. Albie & Jeramey review the season Tech has had & re-adjust expectations.

Oct 15, 202246:38
Football: Texas Tech v Oklahoma State Recap

Football: Texas Tech v Oklahoma State Recap

In their fifth Top 25 match of the season, Texas Tech fights hard against a strong Oklahoma State team in Stillwater but comes up short against a rally from Spencer Sanders. Join Albie and Dylan as they break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of this performance and look harder at Behren Morton's first start for the Double T.

Oct 11, 202240:08
Football: Oklahoma State Preview

Football: Oklahoma State Preview

Donovan Smith and the Red Raiders head to Stillwater to once again take the lead in the overall series. Albie & Jeramey preview this game & detail what it will take for Texas Tech to once again upset 7th ranked Oklahoma State.

Oct 07, 202242:39