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A weekly podcast about the Milwaukee Brewers, with in-depth analysis from Brewer Fanatic beat writer Jack Stern and minor-league specialist, Spencer Michaelis.

Jack Stern & Spencer Michaelis


    • Sep 18, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 32m AVG DURATION
    • 151 EPISODES


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    The Kyle Harrison Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2026 78:41


    Jack and Spencer reflect on the Brewers' sustained success after another NL Central title, what's next for Kyle Harrison after another rough outing, and more.

    Postseason Bound

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 129:30


    The Brewers clinched another postseason berth on Friday night! Jack and Spencer break down what positive trends for the offense could mean in October, as well as some negative trends for key pitches.

    Sunday Live: Sauteeing The Central

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 68:22


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang discuss an outstanding week by the Brewers, who went nearly undefeated against the Cubs and Reds.

    Sunday Live: Cooking the Cubs, Routed by the Reds

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2026 75:38


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang talk about the most recent four-game series against the Cubs and what the postseason might look like for the Brewers.

    Miz's Multiple Mound Mishaps

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 103:54


    Jack is covering the team at Wrigley Field, so Ryan Topp is filling in with Spencer. They discuss Logan Henderson's dominance, Jacob Misiorowksi's mound issues, how the offense is trending heading toward the playoffs, and much more.

    Sunday Live: Met Mashing & Ranger Routing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 72:28


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang come together on another Sunday afternoon to talk Brewers baseball and recap the end of another solid month for Milwaukee.

    Winning Games & Benching Young Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 114:21


    Jack and Spencer debate whether Pat Murphy should have benched Cooper Pratt in New York, break down Jacob Misiorowski excelling without his best stuff, and more.

    Sunday Live: Bully Beatdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 65:01


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang go over another strong week for the Brewers which included a historic display of offense.

    Succeeding Down The Stretch

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 119:30


    The Brewers got back on track with series wins against the Dodgers and Mariners. Jack and Spencer recap the week that was, concern level over Kyle Harrison's velocity, potential September call-ups, and more.

    Sunday Live: West Coast Road Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 61:22


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang show some love to Milwaukee men that have been stepping up to the late over the past few weeks.

    West Coast Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 102:34


    Spencer returns to the show as he and Jack assess the level of concern after a three-game sweep in San Diego.

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    Sunday Live: Starting the Second Half

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 57:54


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang recap the trade deadline and talk about what to expect from Milwaukee in the final two months of the regular season.

    Brewers Trade Deadline Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 100:17


    Jack is joined by Owen Jonas of Reviewing the Brew to break down the Brewers' trade deadline additions, Brandon Sproat's demotion to Triple-A, Pat Murphy moving Christian Yelich down in the lineup, and more.

    Brewers Trade Deadline Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 22:54


    Lou Hennessy and Mitch Widmeier are joined by Brock Beauchamp and Jake McKibbin to discuss the Brewers deadline as it happened!

    Trade Deadline Live: Get Ready to Eat Cheese Curds, Buddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 65:43


    One day before the 2026 trade deadline, Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin dive into what the Brewers have done and what deals could still go down in the future.

    What Do The Brewers Actually Need At The Trade Deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 104:50


    With the trade deadline days away, Jack and Spencer take a final look at the Brewers' needs after a tough series in San Francisco.

    Sunday Live: Deadline Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 76:59


    Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin talk about what Milwaukee could get up to at the deadline given their historic season thus far.

    Joey Ortiz Is On Fire! (Not Literally, That'd Be Terrible)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 119:13


    The Brewers have gone back to winning ways out of the All-Star break despite not playing their best baseball, and third baseman Joey Ortiz has been one of the hottest players in the game.

    Brewers Draft Recap, & Lance McCullers Jr. Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 122:35


    Jack and Spencer react to the Lance McCullers trade and recap the Brewers' selections in this year's draft.

    Sunday Live: Let's Take A Break

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 61:39


    As we cruise into the All-Star break, Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin look back on how the season has gone and what to expect in the second half.

    2026 MLB Draft Preview, & Woodruff Heads Back To IL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 125:55


    The guys are joined by Jamie Cameron of Destination: The Show to preview the 2026 MLB Draft before reacting to Brandon Woodruff's latest shoulder injury and successful stops in Arizona and St. Louis on the road trip.

    Sunday Live: All-Star Snubs & The Injury Bug

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 58:55


    Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin talk more Brewers baseball and go over the state of the team as we head into the Midsummer Classic.

    Garrett Mitchell's Hot Again, & Is Brandon Sproat Good Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 105:31


    The Brewers dropped a three-game series against the Cubs but took three of four from the Reds. Jack and Spencer break down the action, including Brandon Sproat's improvements and Garrett Mitchell's big week.

    Sunday Live: Dominating The Division

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 38:06


    Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin talk through Week 14 of the Brewers' season during which the team faced off against the Reds and Cubs.

    Woodruff's Back? Maybe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 122:12


    The guys recap an up-and-down road trip to Atlanta and Cincinnati, encouraging signs from Brandon Woodruff and Brandon Sproat, and Craig Yoho's future with the Brewers.

    Sunday Live: Continuing To Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 70:26


    In Week 13 of the season, Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin discuss who's hot, who's not, and other Brewers news.

    Welcome To Milwaukee, Cooper Pratt!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 116:01


    Jack and Spencer react to Jacob Misiorowski's historic 95-pitch shutout against the Phillies and preview what to expect from Cooper Pratt.

    Luis Lara Gets Surprise Extension

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 118:33


    Jack and Spencer break down Luis Lara's extension, Brandon Woodruff's rehab start in the ACL, some concerning signs for Christian Yelich, and the Brewers' 4-2 week in Colorado and Las Vegas.

    You're Injured, I'm Injured, Everybody's Injured

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 103:06


    The injuries keep coming for the Brewers' pitching staff. In this week's episode, Jack and Spencer discuss what's next for the staff and more. Discussed in this episode are DL Hall, Grant Anderson, Robert Gasser, Coleman Crow, David Hamilton, Jaron DeBerry, and others.

    MiLB Update: Catching Up With The Brewers' Farm After Two Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 136:38


    Spencer is joined by Alex Robbins (BrewersFarm) to discuss the first two months of the Brewers' minor-league season. They dive into who's hot, who's not, and some pleasant surprises at each level. They also discuss some sleepers in the system, some slow starters who might get it going, and a quick preview of DSL names to watch. Players discussed include Alexander Frias, Jayden Dubanewicz, Jesus Made, Bishop Letson, Tyson Hardin, and many more!

    Brewers Send Cardinals Message Of Friendship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 94:18


    The guys react to Abner Uribe and the Brewers' controversy with the Cardinals, Jacob Misiorowski continuing his dominant May, and Robert Gasser's future after another rough start.

    Beating The Cubs, & A 5-1 Road Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 103:06


    Jack returns to the show as he and Spencer break down a 5-1 road trip against the Twins and Cubs, Shane Drohan and Chad Patrick emerging in the bullpen, Jake Bauers' breakout, and more.

    RD Topp Joins The Pod, Talks Miz, & Brewers Series Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 127:03


    Spencer is joined by Ryan Topp of Milwaukee's Tailgate to discuss the Brewers' sweep over the Yankees, their series win over the Padres, Jacob Misiorowski's dominance, Brice Turang's continued ascension, and a lot more!

    The Brewers Offense Is Healing Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 96:17


    Jack and Spencer discuss what the return of Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn means for the Brewers' lineup, their struggles with using the ABS challenge system, the state of the starting rotation, and more.

    Sunday Live: The Offense Is Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 62:37


    Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang talk about the Brewers' showing in week 6.

    Brewer Rotation Upheaval

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 107:35


    Jack returns to the show as he and Spencer discuss the concern level for Angel Zerpa and Brandon Woodruff, who could step up on the pitching staff, the significance of how the Pirates pitched Garrett Mitchell, and more.

    Sunday Live Episode 3: It's Hard To Hit Homers When You Bunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 64:32


    It was not a pretty week for the Brewers, facing some tough pitchers with a battered lineup. How much can we make of their tawdry results?

    Epiosode 93: Talking Brewers With Curt Hogg

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 68:16


    Spencer is joined by Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to discuss Quinn Priester's rehab, the Brewers series with the Tigers, the panic level with the bullpen, prospects, and more.

    Episode 92: Should We Be Concerned About The Infield?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 100:52


    Jack and Spencer discuss Trevor Megill's status in the bullpen, the level of concern for the left side of the infield, Coleman Crow's MLB debut, and more.

    Sunday Live Episode 3: A Tough Week Of Baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 59:53


    Jason and Jake discuss a tough week of Brewers baseball.

    Episode 91: Will Mitchell Keep It Up, & What To Do With Sproat

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 99:54


    The guys break down the Brewers' road trip to Kansas City and Boston, what to make of Garrett Mitchell's hot start, and how the team should handle Brandon Sproat's early struggles.

    Sunday Live Episode 2: Garrett Mitchell Is On A Tear

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 43:43


    Jason and Jake break down this week of Brewers baseball, including Garrett Mitchell's explosive start to the 2026 season.

    Episode 90: Vaughn Injured, Pratt Extended

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 114:50


    Jack and Spencer react to Andrew Vaughn's injury, how Brewers starters fared in their first turn through the rotation, Cooper Pratt's reported extension, and more.

    Sunday Live Episode 1: Brewers Sweep White Sox In Dynamic Fashion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 55:51


    Jason and Jake settle in for the first show of the season, watching the final minutes of the Brewers' amazing comeback against the White Sox, completing their opening weekend sweep of the South Siders.

    Episode 89: Opening Day 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 71:52


    Opening Day is here! Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers' first regular-season game, break down new acquisition Jake Woodford, and discuss Jackson Chourio's fractured hand.

    Episode 88: Brewers Trim Roster In Lead-up To Opening Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 57:14


    Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers' latest roster moves as Opening Day nears. Will Brandon Lockridge make the roster, and what to think of Blake Perkins, Tyler Black, and Logan Henderson returning to minor-league camp?

    Episode 87: Should We Be Concerned About Brewers Pitching?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 58:06


    Jack and Spencer react to Kyle Harrison and Brandon Sproat's new pitches and gauge the levels of concern surrounding Quinn Priester and Jared Koenig.

    Episode 86: Early News From Brewers Camp

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 47:30


    The guys react to Brandon Woodruff's slow build-up and analyze some early standouts from the Brewers' first few spring training games.

    Episode 85: Pat Murphy Gets His Payday, Luis Rengifo Joins Brewers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 111:38


    Jack and Spencer break down the Luis Rengifo signing, Pat Murphy's new contract, and other developments from the first week of spring training.

    2026 Spring Training Episode 1: Jack Stern In Brewers Camp

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 40:27


    Jack Stern joins Brock Beauchamp to discuss his first few days in Brewers' camp; what is Logan Henderson's new pitch? Is anyone injured? And most importantly, who is in the best shape of their life?

    Episode 84: Brewers Surprise Everyone, Trade Caleb Durbin & Much Of Infield Depth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 52:32


    Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers trading Caleb Durbin to the Red Sox for more pitching depth, where it leaves their roster, and where they should go from here.

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