Open For Business: a Big 12 Podcast w/ John Kurtz
A solo-hosted podcast covering the Big 12's business, politics, and on-field action with a pro-conference, analytical perspective.
This is a solo-hosted commentary show that treats the Big 12 as the center of the college football universe. Kurtz primarily reacts to and analyzes the week's news, focusing heavily on the off-field business and political angles like conference realignment, media rights, institutional conflicts, and the impact of NIL. It's less about game previews and more about interpreting the strategic moves and existential threats facing the conference and its teams.
“Unlike broader college football podcasts, Kurtz's analysis is relentlessly filtered through a Big 12-centric lens. His background in local Kansas sports radio gives him a ground-level perspective on conference dynamics, and he dedicates significant airtime to complex, ongoing sagas like the Brendan Sorsby case or inter-conference booster disputes.”
Who hosts this show
John Kurtz hosts "Open For Business," a podcast and YouTube show dedicated to covering the Big 12 conference. After more than a decade as a traditional sports radio journalist, including as Sports Director for KMAN 1350-AM in Manhattan, Kansas, Kurtz went independent. His show focuses on analyzing the modern chaos of college football—NIL, realignment, and the transfer portal—specifically through the lens of what it means for Big 12 fans.
Credentials & credits
- Former Sports Director at KMAN 1350-AM radio in Manhattan, KS.
- Independent sports journalist and YouTuber.
- Host of the "Open For Business" podcast and newsletter.
Other ventures
- OFB News (newsletter)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01WILD Big 12 Coach Rankings Show a Glaring ProblemJun 26, 2026 · 9 min
- 02Massive Shakeup in College Football's Ten Best JobsJun 26, 2026 · 20 min
- 03Cody Campbell Takes Shot at Big 12 AD; Is The Tech-Big 12 Relationship Fixable?Jun 25, 2026 · 12 min
- 04NFL Shuts Down Brendan Sorsby; Will He Be Back at Texas Tech?Jun 24, 2026 · 9 min
- 05What Does BYU Do About Parker Kingston Now?Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min
- 06Brett Yormark Won the Brendan Sorsby Saga...But Did the Big 12 Lose?Jun 22, 2026 · 12 min
Notable episodes
- 01Cody Campbell Takes Shot at Big 12 AD; Is The Tech-Big 12 Relationship Fixable?
This episode is a prime example of the show's niche: a deep dive into a very specific, insider conflict between a major booster and the conference, showcasing the ongoing tension between Texas Tech and the Big 12.
- 02Massive Shakeup in College Football's Ten Best Jobs
Demonstrates the show's core analytical style by creating a framework (NIL money, playoff access) to re-evaluate the college football landscape, notably arguing for a Big 12 team (Texas Tech) to be included in the top 10.
- 03WILD Big 12 Coach Rankings Show a Glaring Problem
Highlights the host's opinionated but evidence-based approach, using a national writer's list as a jumping-off point to critique the perception of Big 12 coaching talent and assert his own analysis.
What you'll be asked on this show
Kurtz operates as a solo analyst, speaking directly to the camera in videos that are also released in audio format. He structures episodes around a central topic, such as a controversial ranking or a new development in a conference drama, and methodically breaks down the implications. His delivery is that of a seasoned radio host: clear, structured, and opinionated without being a hot-take artist.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “Is this relationship between [entity] and the Big 12 tenable/fixable?”
- “Does the Big 12 have a [coaching/quarterback/etc.] problem?”
- “Was [person] right to do this?”
- “What are we doing here?”
- “Which coach/team is most out of place here?”
Signature segments
- · "This is where the Big 12 just means more."
- · "Welcome in, it's the Open for Business Big 12 Podcast."
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show is primarily a solo monologue format. While the description mentions interviews, the recent evidence consists of Kurtz analyzing news and quoting figures, not conducting live interviews. When guests do appear, they are likely to be fellow journalists or insiders with deep knowledge of the Big 12 landscape.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Based on the episodes reviewed, the podcast does not currently feature any sponsors or advertisements.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is John Kurtz.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It is a solo-hosted show where John Kurtz analyzes and comments on news and trends surrounding the Big 12 conference. Episodes are released as videos on YouTube and as an audio podcast.
- Is this podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases multiple videos and episodes per week.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- You can watch on the "Open For Business" YouTube channel or listen on podcast platforms like Buzzsprout.
- How can I contact the show for business inquiries?
- The show provides a business email in its YouTube channel description: [email — gated].
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- [01]Open For Business: a Big 12 Podcast w/ John Kurtz - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [02]Life of Fitz: John Kurtz in Kansas City, Missouri - 247Sports247sports.com
- [03]Open For Business: a Big 12 Podcast w/ John Kurtz - Buzzsproutbuzzsprout.com
- [04]The State of the Big 12 (with John Kurtz) - The Solid Verbalomny.fm
- [05]Is the Big 12 Playing a Rigged Game? John Kurtz Breaks It Down | CW Podyoutube.com
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