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    • Aug 15, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    8-15-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Sparky Returns, Jacob Westendorf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 47:58


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness, Sparky is back in the host seat and going over who he thinks performed well in the Packers' preseason opener! Also, we're joined by Jacob Westendorf, part of Packer Report & the Pro Football Writers of America!

    8-12-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Packers Or Brewers On The TV Tonight?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 49:50


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness, Tobi and AR go over their strategies for watching both the Packers preseason game and the Brewers-Cardinals opener tonight.

    8-11-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Best/Worst Throwback Jerseys

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 48:28


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness, Tobi and AR react to the purple jerseys the Milwaukee Bucks unveiled they will wear during select games in the 2022-23 season and discuss their favorite and least favorite throwback uniforms. They also workshop some names for a Tobi-themed show.

    8-10-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Hard Knocks & The Packers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 27:20


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness, Tobi Altizer and AR discuss the start of Hard Knocks, and whether or not they would want to see the Packers featured on such a program!

    8-9-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 45:57


    Are we underselling Jaire Alexander returning to this Packers defense?

    8-8-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 46:52


    On today's Sparky's Midday Madness presented by the Milwaukee Admirals with Tobi Altizer: The LeRoy Butler HOF celebration continues!

    8-5-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 47:25


    On today's Sparky's Midday Madness presented by the Milwaukee Admirals: Sam Schmitz brings you all of the best sound from Bart Winkler and Gary Ellerson in Canton. Hear from Bob Harlan, James Lofton, Santana Dotson, Gilbert Brown & Charles Woodson, who all joined the Wendy's Big Show to celebrate LeRoy Butler being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    8-4-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 48:38


    On today's Sparky's Midday Madness presented by the Milwaukee Admirals: Will you be attending Blackhawks-Wild at Fiserv Forum? Also, we discuss the loss of Vin Scully.

    8-3-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 50:13


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness, Tobi Altizer starts the show talking about how the Josh Hader comments he made upon his arrival in San Diego could show some of the things behind-the-scenes in Milwaukee. But then, he and AR get dealt another round of head-scratching news concerning the Brewers and Dinelson Lamet.

    8-2-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Tobi Has Thoughts On Juan Soto

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 48:00


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer has thoughts on the Juan Soto trade, and how it's indicative of one of the biggest problems in baseball today.

    8-1-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Reacting To The Josh Hader Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 44:17


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi and AR continue to react to the news that Josh Hader has been traded to the San Diego Padres!

    7-29-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Which Stadium Is On Your Bucket List

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 49:13


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, as the Brewers prepare to take on the Red Sox at Fenway Park, Tobi and AR talk about stadiums that are on their bucket lists to visit. Callers provide their own as well, including one that makes AR very jealous!

    7-28-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Has Aaron Rodgers Created Positive Change In The Packers Organization?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 32:36


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, we examine a story involving the Packers and Kenny Clark from a few years ago, then discuss whether or not Aaron Rodgers has been a catalyst for creating positive change within the organization.

    7-27-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Packers Training Camp Sound

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 32:10


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi and AR find a funny cut from Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers after the first team practice of training camp. Also, David Bakhtiari gives an update on his injury status.

    7-26-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Happy Ethan Small Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 50:51


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer and AR go over what Brewers' fan expectations for pitcher Ethan Small should be tonight as he takes the mound against Minnesota.

    7-25-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - A "Burying Of The Hatchet"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 52:23


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sam Schmitz fills in for Sparky and attempts to "bury the hatchet" with Tim Shea!

    7-22-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - R.J. Anderson, Jerry West Owns J.J. Reddick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 48:49


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky goes over whether or not the Brewers can acquire enough talent at the trade deadline to be a threat to the Dodgers or Mets in the NL. We talk to CBS Sports's R.J. Anderson about this. Plus, Jerry West owns JJ Reddick.

    7-21-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Bucks Over/Unders For 2022-23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 48:49


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky breaks down win over/unders for the upcoming NBA season. Also, JJ Watt appears to be set to help cover funeral expenses for a fan, and Sparky is confused by Kurt Benkert's newest endorsement.

    7-20-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - The Cost Of Attending A Baseball Game, Nathan Marzion, Dave Kallmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 48:41


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky and AR break down the average cost of attending a baseball game. Plus, Giannis superfan Nathan Marzion helps us break down the championship-iversary. And racing reporter Dave Kallmann from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel talks about the new NASCAR street race coming to Chicago and its affect on Road America.

    7-19-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Quay Walker's Push For Pads, Don Wojczulis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 47:37


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky recounts a story about how Quay Walker made a push at Georgia for more pads at practice. Also, we check in with Journey House College Sports Show host Don Wojczulis for his thoughts on Graham Mertz and the Badger football team.

    7-18-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Tobi Talks The Open Again, Challenges The World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 48:44


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer fills in and talks about The Open Championship final round Sunday, the MLB Draft, tonight's Home Run Derby, and issues an open challenge to beat him in a 3 point shooting contest.

    7-15-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - MLB Draft Talk, Home Run Derby Odds, Kohls In Downtown Milwaukee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 49:34


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky wonders why the NBA isn't able to get big stars in the dunk contest like MLB can with the home run derby. We also go over MLB Draft talk with Dan Zielinski III from Baseball Prospect Journal. And Kohls is planning a new store in downtown Milwaukee.

    7-14-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Packers with Jacob Morley & more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 47:28


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky previews the 2022 season for the Packers with Jacob Morley of Packer Report, the Pack-A-Day Podcast and Game On Wisconsin.

    7-13-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Tobi Talks Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 48:28


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer fills in and shares his thoughts on Tiger Woods as he gets ready to compete in The Open Championship.

    7-12-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - What About A Stud Pitcher For The Brewers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 47:31


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky proposes the idea that, instead of a big bat, the Brewers should consider trying to nab a stud pitcher at the MLB trade deadline.

    7-11-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - What Could Make "Boring" Sports More Exciting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 53:41


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky has an idea that could make sports that fans are less interested in watching must-see television, and it all relates to something that happened in the Wimbledon final over the weekend. Also, the saga over self-checkouts continues.

    7-8-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Sparky and AR Complain About Apps and Grocery; Sam Dykstra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 49:25


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky and AR have some thoughts on the NFL's streaming plans, self-checkouts, bike rental apps, and other trivial things. Also, Sam Dykstra from MLBPipeline joins us to go over the latest happenings in the Brewers farm system.

    7-7-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 50:04


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, LeRoy Butler joins us to promote his upcoming football camp! We're also joined by Tim Muma from Brewer Fanatic. And Sparky has thoughts about the Chicago Bears.

    7-6-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Tobi Gets Caught Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 49:33


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer fills in for Sparky and gets caught up on all the big happenings in sports after being gone on vacation!

    7-5-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Sports You Like Despite Getting The Side-Eye, Colten Bartholomew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 56:31


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky and AR give their favorite sports to follow/watch despite the eye rolling they might get from others because of it. Also, we're joined by Colten Bartholomew from the Wisconsin State Journal to hear more about how the USC and UCLA moves to the Big Ten impact Wisconsin!

    7-1-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 48:25


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky geeks out with Paul Imig on all this NBA free agency madness. Also, we're joined by "Big Time" Mike McGivern, who joins us to promote his upcoming episode of "The Varsity Blitz Coaches Show"!

    6-30-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - KD Trade Request Reaction, Kaleb Schad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 50:41


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sam Schmitz fills in for Sparky. He and AR continue to react to the news that Kevin Durant has requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Also, we'll hear from Kaleb Schad, the director or strategy and marketing for Rawhide Youth Services!

    6-29-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 50:07


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky and AR ask what MLB commissioner Rob Manfred could do to win you back as a baseball fan.

    6-28-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Classic Sparky Sports Rants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 47:33


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky dials back the clock and has some thoughts on Michael Jordan hiring Scott Clifford in Charlotte, as well as the Minnesota Twins' pitching coach departing for LSU. Also, we'll hear from new Bucks' draft pick MarJon Beauchamp as he spoke to reporters for the first time today!

    6-27-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Sparky's "Rise" Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 49:44


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky shares his first reaction after watching the new movie "Rise" out now on Disney+! We also ask callers and Tweeters to share the reasons they have the streaming apps they pay to use.

    6-24-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Donald Driver Nugget, Don Wojczulis, Jon Greenberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 46:59


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, AR gives Sparky an interesting nugget related to Packer Hall of Famer Donald Driver. Also, we're joined by Don Wojczulis from the Journey House College Sports Show and Milwaukee Admirals President Jon Greenberg!

    6-23-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Is High School Baseball Worth It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 52:19


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Sparky reacts to a high school baseball coach on TikTok who claims that the sports is worthless for kids when travel ball exists. Also we'll hear from Ken Barkley who joined The Wendy's Big Show and had the best bets for where people will end up in tonight's NBA Draft!

    6-22-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Memorable Fan Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 48:44


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi is back in for Sparky. He and AR share their most memorable fan experiences, and talk more about what minor league teams do well when it comes to providing a great environment for fans.

    6-21-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - Kyrie/Nets Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 50:06


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, Tobi Altizer fills in for Sparky and has thoughts on the latest round of drama between the Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving. Also, Matt Carroll from Reviewing the Brew joins the show!

    6-20-22 Sparky's Midday Madness - NBA Draft Approaches, Chris Monter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 49:33


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, the NBA Draft is quickly approaching. We take a look at what moves we could see at the top, and what Milwaukee may do in the first round, with Chris Monter from College Basketball News!

    6-17-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 49:54


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, what's the biggest difference between the Warriors big 3 and the Bucks big 3?

    6-16-22 Sparky's Midday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 41:18


    Today on Sparky's Midday Madness presented by The Milwaukee Admirals, which 3 celebrities would you want to congratulate you after an accomplishment? Plus, Tim Allen of the Gene Wagner Plumbing Baseball Post Game Show joins us to talk Brewers & Craig Counsell.

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