{"podcast":{"title":"The Twins Take Podcast","slug":"the-twins-take-podcast-6579209","podcast_index_feed_id":6579209,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/dd326d3c/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luke-hershey","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/37010695/37010695-1690220179435-e71eadb17f382.jpg","author":"Luke Hershey","episode_count":103,"summary":"Get ready for an exciting sports podcast that packs a double punch! Join us as we proudly present the Twins Take Podcast, hosted by two enthusiastic twins, Luke and Jackson. With their deep passion for sports and their contrasting views, this dynamic duo is all set to entertain and host thought-provoking discussion on some of the hottest teams and headlines in the nation. Catch us every week for updates.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-19T20:17:32.989482+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-twins-take-podcast-6579209"},"episode":{"title":"Why I Chose Michigan State | Top Recruit CJ Medlock Jr. Opens Up","slug":"why-i-chose-michigan-state-top-recruit-cj-medlock-jr-opens-up","published_at":"2026-06-12T18:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-twins-take-podcast-6579209/why-i-chose-michigan-state-top-recruit-cj-medlock-jr-opens-up","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-twins-take-podcast-6579209","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luke-hershey/episodes/Why-I-Chose-Michigan-State--Top-Recruit-CJ-Medlock-Jr--Opens-Up-e3kksu0","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/dd326d3c/podcast/play/121319808/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-11%2F425929698-44100-2-738d41e77ef02.mp3","summary":"The Journey to Michigan State | CJ Medlock Jr. on Tom Izzo, Faith, and Becoming One of the Nation’s Top Recruits Episode Description:This week on The Twins Take Podcast, we’re joined by one of the highest-ranked basketball recruits in the country, CJ Medlock Jr. CJ opens up about his incredible recruitment journey, what led him to commit to Michigan State, and what it was like building a relationship with legendary head coach Tom Izzo. We also dive into the role his faith in Jesus has played throughout his life and career, the pressure that comes with being a top prospect, and what’s next as he prepares for the next chapter of his basketball journey. This conversation goes far beyond basketball and gives a look into the mindset, character, and values that have helped shape one of the nation’s brightest young stars. If you’re a basketball fan, a Michigan State fan, or someone looking for inspiration through faith and perseverance, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Subscribe for more interviews with the biggest names in sports. Like, comment, and share your favorite moment from the episode! #TheTwinsTake #CJMedlockJr #MichiganState #TomIzzo #CollegeBasketball #Faith #Recruitin","meta_description":"The Journey to Michigan State | CJ Medlock Jr. on Tom Izzo, Faith, and Becoming One of the Nation’s Top Recruits Episode Description:This week on The Twin…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1291,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-twins-take-podcast-6579209/episodes/why-i-chose-michigan-state-top-recruit-cj-medlock-jr-opens-up/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-twins-take-podcast-6579209/why-i-chose-michigan-state-top-recruit-cj-medlock-jr-opens-up.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}