Episodes

16 minutes ago
16 minutes ago
What is The Future of The Drive? Join Lon and Kurtis for a very open, honest discussion about what's next. Make sure you mark August 18th on your calendars.
Plus, Matt Sillich calls in to chat about expectations for the former Illini stars in the NBA next season. Ayo, TSJ, KJ, and Will are all in good positions. Matt tells us why!
And we TOAST one to you! It is The Drive.

20 minutes ago
20 minutes ago
Lon and Kurtis are back and get you ready for the Cardinals vs Cubs 4th of July series.
Plus we do Next Question and answer your texts.

2 days ago
2 days ago
Our celebration of Pipes continues. We've got more of your calls, texts, Hans D, Magic, and Derek's wife Haley!
Plus Lon, Kurtis, and Derek say their goodbyes. This is a must listen!

2 days ago
2 days ago
Today is the day. We're sending our guy off in style with special guests on the phone and in studio. Hour 1 features station owner Stevie Jay, Trevor Vellese, and your texts.

3 days ago
3 days ago
Former Illini Assistant Coach and current LaSalle coach James Haring joins us this hour to help celebrate Pipes.
James shares some awesome stories about Illini recruiting, and being a Groomsman in Pipes' wedding. Which Illini bar hosted the wedding reception? We're having fun on The Drive!

3 days ago
3 days ago
An old friend stops by to help us send Pipes off in style. Kyle Tausk is in-studio and shares some great memories with us about Derek & Lon.
Plus, JC Sutter has decided to play for Ole Miss. What's next for Bret Bielema and staff? We discuss! It's The Drive!

4 days ago
4 days ago
Lon shares one of our first tributes to Pipes. Plus, what celebrity cameos should we get Derek in his last week?
And things are TIGHT in the NL Central between the Cardinals & Cubs. It all comes to a head over 4th of July Weekend. It is The Drive!

4 days ago
4 days ago
We're sending Pipes out in style this week.
There will be a new NCAA College Basketball video game. We'll finally find out who would win between The Flyin' Illini and The '05 Squad! Plus, what's the best sports video game of all time?
Will Coach Bielema and the Illini land a new tight end this week? We discuss.

7 days ago
7 days ago
Kurt Kittner is going into the Illini Hall of Fame! Check out our conversation with Kurt. We cover his entire career at Illinois, talk about his NFL run, and what made his Big Ten Championship team so special.
Plus, we have a MAJOR announcement about The Drive and we do our Friday Toasts. Grab a beer and toast with us in Hour 2 of The Drive!

7 days ago
7 days ago
Derek Piper was in Brooklyn for the NBA Draft. He has a full of report about on KJ and Will Riley going back to back in the First Round. Plus, what did Brad Underwood think?
And the Cubs and Cardinals split their 4 game series. The taunting continues!

Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
06/25/25 Hour 2 - Derek Piper Live From the NBA Draft in Brooklyn!
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Pipes is in Brooklyn covering tonight's NBA Draft. He's got the details on everything happening and expectations for where KJ & Will Riley could be drafted.
Speaking of which, the Illini Men's Basketball team did an incredible tribute to both players. We'll have that for you as well. It's a big day for the Illini and The Drive!

Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
It's a huge day for Illini Nation! The NBA Draft is tonight and KJ & Will are expected to go in the First Round. Derek Piper is LIVE from Brooklyn, with the latest.
Plus, our good friend Kyle Tausk joins the show to talk Cardinals vs Cubs. The Redbirds have a 2-0 lead in this week's series.

Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Pipes quizzes Lon and Kurtis on the toughest places to play in the B1G TEN. How will things play out after Illinois plays Ohio State?
Plus, where are the best bars for live music in Illini Country?

Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
The Illini have announced the Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Take a trip down memory lane with us and find out who's going in this year.
Also, things get a little HEATED when we discuss this week's Cardinals vs Cubs series. Guess who got fired up?

Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Our friend Matt Silich joins the show to chat about the Illini, KC, Will, the NBA finals, and more!
Plus, our predictions for the Cubs vs Cardinals 4 game series.

Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the NBA Champs! And they have two First Round Picks in the NBA Draft. Could Kasparas Jakucionis or Will Riley be headed to OKC?
Ryen Rusillo LOVES KC and Will. Where does he think they'll land? Find out in Hour 1!
Plus, who didn't get invited to Lon's big party on Friday?

Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
Who has the best food in Illini country? How about the best bars? What are some underrated spots?
Plus, more on Bielema being the "villain" that college football needs.
We chat about Juice Williams' legacy for Illini football.
We have a game 7 for the NBA Finals! Get ready for Pacers vs Thunder.
And our Friday Toasts! Cheers!

Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
Joey Wagner is in the studio today with a TON of info on the new Illini football recruits. Four star recruits, the markets where Illinois is having success, and more.
Plus - a clip from Paul Finebaum's show made the rounds today about Bret Bielema being the "new villain" on college football. And why that's a good thing!

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Will the Fighting Illini land one of the top TE's in the nation? How about two of them?
Plus, how did the Illini represent at Wrigley Field last night? We break it down!

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Illini alum and Cubs beat writer for the Chicago Tribune Meghan Montemurro joins the fellas. We chat about PCA, Cubs playoff moves, and more.
Plus, the Illini landed a 4-star recruit for football! Find out who will be joining Bret Bielema's squad this year.