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On this week's episode, Robert Giovannetti and Joey McGuire discuss Texas Tech's 2-0 start, including improvements the Red Raiders want to make heading forward similar to years past. The episode also features a conversation on how the Red Raiders avoid a letdown as well as preparations heading into Friday night's Big 12 opener with Houston and the last time McGuire coached in the rain similar to at Oregon State.
Published on 9/15/2026
Even after a 23-point win, Joey McGuire still wants more out of his team. He discusses the Abilene Christian victory as well as Texas Tech's "expectation to win" mentality and then looks ahead to this weekend's road trip to Oregon State in our next edition of the What's Next! Podcast presented by GECU. In this week's episode, McGuire also breaks down his reactions to the first full weekend in college football as well as how Texas Tech's routine will change with a late kick in Corvallis followed by a Friday night showdown with Houston the next week.
Published on 9/8/2026
The What's Next! Podcast is heading on campus! Hear what Joey McGuire had to say about Saturday's season opener versus Abilene Christian as well as a discussion regarding the signing of Thomas Castellanos and the importance of The Jones Student Section at Galaxy Stadium each gameday. This week's episode was filmed inside the Student Union Building with a live audience for the first time.
Published on 8/31/2026
The What's Next! Podcast is back to get you ready for the 2026 football season. In our 40th episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti break down Texas Tech's first scrimmage of preseason camp, discussing the highlights from a nearly two-hour workout inside Galaxy Stadium. The discussion also includes Texas Tech's rookies in the NFL as well as the upcoming Paramount+ show.
Published on 8/15/2026
We have your preseason edition of the What's Next! Podcast! In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti discuss the latest in the football program, including a July wedding for Garret McGuire, another surprise and some insight into the upcoming Paramount+ documentary show.
Published on 7/31/2026
The What's Next! Podcast is back for a summer episode. In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti dive into Texas Tech's recent announcement of its documentary show with Paramount+ and discuss summer workouts, the leadership in the locker room and what two former Red Raiders now in the NFL were doing on campus this past week.
Published on 7/2/2026
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti discuss last week's Pro Day event and the reactions NFL personnel had to Texas Tech's players and the program as a whole. The episode also features a conversation on games from McGuire's past he remembers most and a recap of the first five spring practices.
Published on 3/30/2026
The What's Next! Podcast is back for a Spring Break edition. The podcast moves to a highly-talked about location this week in the Womble Football Center weight room where Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti break down last week's viral video as well as Texas Tech's strength and conditioning philosophy. The episode also features a conversation about Texas Tech's recent NCAA Tournament selections, the resumption of spring football practices and next week's Pro Day.
Published on 3/17/2026
Spring football is officially in the air, which means it's time for another episode of the What's Next! Podcast. In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti detail Team Competition Week, an annual tradition for the Red Raiders leading into spring practices. The episode also features a conversation about how McGuire and his staff are handling expectations after last season's success as well as last weekend's NFL Combine.
Published on 3/4/2026
Welcome to Season Two of the What's Next! Podcast. In this week's episode, Joey McGuire discusses his early impressions of Texas Tech's newcomers and gives some insight into how his staff will spend the next several months getting this team to gel similar to a year ago. The episode also features a discussion of new quarterback Brendan Sorsby and his transition to Texas Tech as well as the Red Raiders' approach coming off last season.
Published on 2/4/2026
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti preview Texas Tech's upcoming trip to the Capital One Orange Bowl, break down its matchup with Oregon, and discuss how the team has prepared for the College Football Playoff during the holiday season.
Published on 12/23/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti recap what a week it was for Jacob Rodriguez, winning numerous national awards and also finishing fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting. The discussion also features a conversation on Texas Tech's planning going into the College Football Playoff and the Capital One Orange Bowl.
Published on 12/16/2025
We have a CFP Selection Sunday edition of the What's Next! Podcast. In this episode, Robert Giovannetti and Joey McGuire discuss their immediate reaction to the Red Raiders heading to the Capital One Orange Bowl as the No. 4 seed in the College Football Playoff. The discussion also includes the emotional aftermath of Texas Tech's first-ever Big 12 title from Saturday.
Published on 12/7/2025
In this week's Early Signing Day edition, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti break down Texas Tech's newest class of signees, all while turning their attention to Saturday's game in the Edward Jones Big 12 Championship. The episode also features a conversation on McGuire's recently-announced contract extension with the university.
Published on 12/3/2025
In this week's Thanksgiving episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti discuss what they are both thankful heading into another important week on the Red Raiders' schedule. The episode also features a discussion on the importance of the West Virginia game and where Texas Tech is positioned in the CFP rankings.
Published on 11/25/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti recap the Senior Day win over UCF and Texas Tech's rise to No. 5 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings. The discussion also details McGuire's message on avoiding a letdown, both against the Knights and moving forward as the Red Raiders close the regular season at West Virginia.
Published on 11/19/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire recaps an eventful week in Texas Tech's win over BYU, including comments from the national media and College Gameday crew who visited Lubbock. The episode also dives into his postgame comments regarding independent schools, the latest College Football Playoff rankings and Senior Day festivities this Saturday versus UCF.
Published on 11/12/2025
Get the first reaction from Joey McGuire on where Texas Tech stands in the initial College Football Playoff rankings through this week's episode of the What's Next! Podcast. The episode also discusses how McGuire has kept his team focused despite a plethora of possible distractions with the national attention the Red Raiders are receiving this week.
Published on 11/5/2025
The What's Next! Podcast is back for another post-win episode after the Red Raiders dominated Oklahoma State. In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti recap the Oklahoma State victory, preview this weekend's trip to Kansas State and discuss where the Red Raiders stand in the national picture.
Published on 10/28/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti discuss last weekend's loss at Arizona State and how the Red Raiders can take that setback and use it for the rest of the season. The discussion also focuses on this week's home game versus Oklahoma State and the induction of Graham Harrell into the Texas Tech Ring of Honor.
Published on 10/21/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti break down the win over Kansas and preview this weekend's trip to Arizona State. In between, McGuire answers a few fans questions from our weekly podcast listeners.
Published on 10/14/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti recap Texas Tech's victory over Houston last Saturday as well as the unveiling of the modernized Double T and associated new marks. The conversation also turns to how Saturday night's sellout crowd can help the Red Raiders the rest of the season.
Published on 10/7/2025
In this week's episode, Joey McGuire and Robert Giovannetti preview this weekend's trip to Houston, discuss the open date as well as all the attention the Red Raiders have received on their 4-0 start.
Published on 9/30/2025
The What's Next! Podcast is back with the Red Raiders now 4-0 on the season. In this week's episode, Robert Giovannetti and Joey McGuire recap the Utah victory, discussing Texas Tech's dominance in the trenches in a hostile environment while also looking ahead to Oct. 4 at Houston.
Published on 9/22/2025