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The Badgers are in the middle of their winter workouts. Zach and Jesse are joined by Brady Collins, Wisconsin's Director of Football Strength and Conditioning, to talk about the changes made this offseason, how they are handling the influx of players from the transfer portal, some early standouts and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant reacts to the Badgers comeback over Minnesota and the accent of the Gophers coach. Bart Winkler joins to talk Belichick, Giannis and McCarthy in Pittsburgh. The Packers lose Sean Mannion to the Eagles, and Grant says hey to Zach and Ebo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys bring back Friend of the Show Pete to help explain the Bucks situation.  Should they trade Giannis?  What is the draft looking like?  What is the most likely near future?  Then they discuss the Badgers and Golden Eagles.  Finally, Jon and Aaron give you a little run down of D3 and hockey.

Grant reacts to the details of the latest on Giannis' status in Milwaukee and catches up with Justin Garcia from the Bucks Radio Network. Uncle Packer suggests Jim Leonhard could coach special teams. Jesse Temple joins to talk about the Badgers schedule and his latest reporting at Badger Connect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, a quick reaction to Wisconsin basketball's win over Minnesota — an insane game that ended up in a win??Then, the Wisconsin football schedule is officially out. I walk through the slate, talk about where the swing games are, and give a way-too-early floor and ceiling for the Badgers based on how this schedule sets up. Some optimism, some realism — and a little schedule-reading tea-leaf action.Finally, we dive into the Darian Mensah situation, with Duke Blue Devils reaching a settlement that allows him to move on. What does this mean for NIL enforcement, player leverage, and how close we're getting to a true wild-west era in college football?As always — honest takes, big-picture thinking, and a little bit of “where is this all heading?”Help The Bucky Report get some feedback! We would appreciate any listeners taking this short 15 min survey to help us grow the show! http://bit.ly/thebuckyreport-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another day, another high of 14° today. It's Thursday, so that means we asked each other Hypothetical questions. Brian's question was the classic "Trolley dilemma" Jean's was: "Would you rather be completely alone all the time or have people around all the time?" Also on Thursdays, we talk to Office Cora to find out what she's up to in the 715 this weekend. Today, she also recapped her experience at last weekend's Riverfront Revolt. In the news this morning, a candidate for Governor of WI has dropped out of the race, a lawsuit involving Costco's rotisserie chicken, a recall on Gerber biscuits, and UPS is cutting a bunch of jobs nationwide. In sports, the Badgers overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Gophers last night, the Bucks are in Washington tonight, Giannis trade rumors are starting to really heat up with the NBA trade deadline looming, the Browns have hired a new head coach, and another golfer is leaving LIV and heading back to the PGA tour. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and discussed Neilsen's 2025 year-end streaming numbers. A guy in Wisconsin was rescued by some strangers after he fell through the ice on a lake while trying to ice fish, and a snowplow driver cleared the way for a woman to get her baby to the hospital in Cincinnati during a snow storm. Elsewhere in sports, the Duke QB officially transfers to Miami, the giant amount of money expected to be wagered on the Super Bowl, and a "cursed" NBA game!!! Google recently released some stats on what kind of winter-related searches were popular during the last few weeks, and a viral jingle for Dr. Pepper has inspired many other people to try and create jingles for their favorite sodas. And in today's episode of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy who cut off his own foot to get into medical school, a substitute teacher in Las Vegas who got fired after using the N-word during a class, a bunch of sewage is flowing into the Potomac River and creating a "geyser of poop", a #FloridaMan who was trying to toughen up his kid, and another #FloridaMan who was banging his vacuum in the middle of the street in broad daylight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's 2026 schedule is set. Zach and Jesse discuss what appears to be an easier slate than 2025 and whether progress can be judged strictly on the Badgers final record. They also get into a big Junior Day recruiting weekend and talk about Jesse's conversation with Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting over the hump & heading towards the weekend! Weather slightly improving…might see temps in the mid-20's by Sunday. In the news this morning, the Doomsday Clock moves closer to midnight, a recall on K-Cups, a man is arrested after spraying a substance on Ilhan Omar, the guy from "The Blind Side" is on life support, and the Doomsday mom who allegedly abducted her kids has been arrested and the kids were found in a Croatian orphanage. In sports, Bill Belichick does NOT get the call to the Hall of Fame, the Bucks lost to the 76ers last night, the Badgers play tonight against Minnesota, Matthew Stafford talks about his possible retirement, Mac McClung won't participate in this year's NBA All-Star dunk competition, and the big bets are already rolling in on the Super Bowl. We let you know what's on TV today/tonight and we also found out when the final episode of the "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" is going to happen. Plus, a new "Faces of Death" movie is coming to theaters later this year. Elsewhere in sports, the Bills hire a new head coach, the vest that Mike Ditka wore in Super Bowl XX against the Patriots is up for auction, and speaking of the Pats…neither they nor the Seahawks will be practicing near that power substation before the upcoming Super Bowl. Have you heard of "Friction-Maxxing"?? It's a term for life becoming too easy because of A.I. and technology. Heart-warming story about a GoFundMe that was set up to help a 92 year-old woman who was still working to pay her bills. Did you see the KegChup dispenser that Heinz is unleashing? You can't buy it yet, but you could try to win one. A guy recently lost a bet and his punishment is eating nothing buy Wendy's chili for breakfast, lunch, & dinner for an entire month! No crackers, no cheese…just chili. With the Super Bowl just a week & a half away, there's plenty of stuff to talk about…including the interesting connection between the Seattle Seahawks and the Pope. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a toddler who flew out of a moving vehicle and almost got run over, a wild video of a ceiling collapse at a hotel in Oklahoma, a Japanese bar that's for people who are thinking about quitting their jobs & apparently the drinks are free, a local wrestler who's in some hot water for a recent gimmick, and a #FloridaMan who got popped for DUI after he was driving his car around while it was on fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tap List is a Wisconsin Sports podcast brought to you by Tapping The Keg Sports where host Charlie takes listener questions about Wisconsin Sports topics about the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Bucks along with other off-the-wall questions. Here's the list in order below. Question 1: Is Jonathan Gannon the right coach for the Green Bay Packers/ Question 2: What is with Badgers fans obsession w Jim Leonard? Question 3: Clayton: Worse shape right now - Bucks or Packers? Question 4: Is the lawn mower curse real for the Packers? Question 5: Milwaukee Bucks City Edition Jersey Rankings Question 6: what's your favorite movie in 2025? Question 7: Why does the media think they know everything about Giannis Question 8:: Are the Vikings the most mad fans watching the Super Bowl? Question 9: Is Sheduert the Miz of the NFL with his Pro Bowl Selection? Question 10: Are You a Hardo For Running outside in subzero temps?

Welcome to the revamped Man Cave Podcast. After taking a step back, Dan Kasper explains where this podcast is headed — and why the Man Cave is becoming more than just another sports show. This episode is unscripted, honest, and straight from the hip, as Dan opens up about anxiety, burnout, fandom, and why sports are supposed to be an escape — not something that controls our mood, our week, or our lives. Yes, sports are still the heartbeat of the Man Cave. Packers. Brewers. Badgers. Bucks. But this podcast is also about stories, perspective, and community. It’s about the space we all retreat to — whether that’s a man cave, a she shed, the garage, the woods, or the couch — and what we do to unwind. Dan talks about: Reimagining the Man Cave Podcast for 2026 Why he doesn’t want this to be “radio show highlights 2.0” Letting sports be fun again — without letting them own you Telling stories instead of screaming hot takes Fans, expectations, and perspective in Wisconsin sports Why this podcast is becoming more open, relaxed, and real This is the foundation for what the Man Cave Podcast is becoming: unscripted conversations, honest sports talk, listener stories, and the kind of discussions you’d have if the mic was on in your own cave. Got a story? A confession? A ghost tale? A hunting story? A sports take? Email the show: mancavepodmail@gmail.com Welcome to the Man Cave. This is your escape. #ManCavePodcast #WisconsinSports #SportsTalk #Packers #Badgers #Brewers #Bucks #SportsFandom #SportsPerspective #Unscripted #PodcastLife #ManCave #ArmchairMVPs #MakeSportsFunAgainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the optimism around Wisconsin football actually real — or are fans getting caught up in the hype? In this episode, we take a deep dive into why positivity is building around the Badgers football program, what's driving it, and whether the momentum we're seeing is sustainable moving forward.We then shift to Wisconsin basketball following another strong stretch of play, break down what's working, and hand out our midseason superlatives. From biggest surprises to standout performers, we evaluate where this Badgers basketball team stands as the season hits the halfway point.This episode covers Wisconsin football analysis, Badgers basketball discussion, midseason basketball superlatives, and an honest conversation about optimism versus hype across Wisconsin athletics.

An end to this brutal winter weather is coming. But not until this weekend. It's going to stay really cold for most of the week, but by Saturday, we should see temps creep back into the 20's. As we get back to reality today, we recapped this past weekend's Riverfront Revolt at the La Crosse Center, including Brian taking his clothes off. In the news this morning, the UW-Madison Chancellor is leaving for Columbia University, a deadly plane crash in Maine, a recall on Toyota trucks, and a Dodge County man is arrested on charges of incest & child sexual assault. In sports, the Pats & Seahawks won yesterday to advance to the Super Bowl, Giannis gets injured and will miss several weeks, the Bucks game got postponed due to the weather, the Badgers lost to USC yesterday to end their five-game winning streak, and a recap of UFC 324. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and we also reacted to Alex Honnold's climb to the top of that skyscraper in Taipei. Elsewhere in sports, the latest on the NFL coaching moves, a Packer player gets arrested at the airport, and Fernando Mendoza officially declares for the NFL draft. A crossing guard in Chicago is going viral after he helped some kids cross a flooded street, and a teacher who saved one of her students who was choking on a burger. The winter weather is the big story recently, so we played a winter storm-edition of "Did You Know?" And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy who stole a harp & jumped in a river, some people are upset about allegedly "see-through" Lululemons, an assault with a pork chop, a new study that confirms "size matters", and a really drunk bus driver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Packers have their new Defensive Coordinator: Jonathan Gannon. After 3 years as the head coach in Arizona, he's headed to Green Bay. Thought there was some Jimmy Leonhard momentum building but that ended on Sunday morning. We recap Championship weekend in the NFL as well as Mike McCarthy back as a head coach in Pittsburgh (Aaron Rodgers coming back??). Giannis is hurt again with a calf injury, feels like it's time to embrace the tank this season and get a good draft pick. Badgers drop a game they should have won on Sunday, it ends a 5-game winning streak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wisconsin Badgers overhaul their roster with Transfer Portal and NIL moves—can Colton Joseph ignite a high-powered offense in Madison? Powerhouse additions at quarterback, running back, and wide receiver finally inject explosive potential into a program desperate for one-on-one playmaking ability.Brian Smith spotlights top newcomers like Colton Joseph, Shamar Rigby, and Jaylon Domingeaux, while breaking down Wisconsin's upgraded defensive line and revamped secondary, featuring Arizona State's Javan Robinson and Florida State's Cai Bates. Key topics include questions around offensive line stability, Joseph's fumbling, and the potential for a 7-8 win season with an improved close-game outlook. With a focus on scoring, dynamic transfers, and schedule challenges ahead, Smith dissects how Wisconsin's modern recruiting approach redefines 2026 expectations. Will these bold moves finally return the Badgers to Big Ten contention?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/X @fbscout_floridaTikTok @lockedontheportalHelp us by supporting our sponsors!FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Before tip-off, check the FanDuel app and see what's dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. WayfairGet last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less.Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Izzy Stricker, the WSGA's 2025 women's player of the year, joins Wisconsin.Golf's Rob Hernandez to discuss what she learned about her game in 2025 and to look ahead to 2026, including the upcoming Badgers women's golf schedule. She also had some news about her dad, Steve Stricker. 

Schools & businesses are closing due to the record cold temps, so make sure you check before you head out today! It's show day, so we mixed in some extra 311, Lit, & Sick Puppies before tonight's show at the La Crosse Center. In the news this morning, the WI DNR responds to the viral "exploding trees" posts on social media, a nationwide recall on treadmills, and several people who interrupted a church service in Minneapolis have been arrested. In sports, the Badgers won their 5th in a row last night by beating Penn State, the Bucks look to get back on track tonight against Denver, a look at this weekend's AFC & NFC Championship games, the Baltimore Ravens have hired a new head coach, and the NFL award nominations are out! We let you know what's on TV this weekend and what's new in theaters. And speaking of movies, a list of "scientifically accurate" movies according to NASA. Today happens to be "National Pie Day". And it's also "National Handwriting Day" and "Measure Your Feet Day" Elsewhere in sports, the latest on the NBA betting scandal, and a soccer team is refunding a bunch of it's fans after a sub-par performance recently. Cool story about a class ring that was found by a guy with a metal detector & returned to it's original owner. A dramatic video of firefighters in Michigan who rescued several people and a pet from an apartment fire. And another great story about a woman who donated a kidney to her best friend. A study took a look at how much various mascots earn…and it's got us thinking we chose the wrong career path. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a unique way of dealing with bear attacks in Japan, a guy who was selling cars on Facebook Marketplace…then stealing the cars from the people he sold them to…and then trying to sell them again, three soccer fans got arrested for wearing the Borat man-kini to a match featuring Kazakhstan, a woman who neglected her elderly father for so long that his bones were exposed, and a drag queen is getting sued by Patagonia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Fickell met the media Wednesday to discuss Wisconsin's transfer portal haul. Zach and Jesse discuss their biggest takeaways from the 30-minute session, including whether the Badgers have closed the gap to the Big Ten's best. They also get into a ton of listener questions on which transfers will make the biggest impact, their least favorite portal takes and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant reacts to Indiana winning the National Championship and wonders how he, a Badgers fan, is supposed to fell. Arif Hasan joins to talk Matt LaFleur, Brian Flores and Caleb Williams. It's possible Jeff Hafley will be a better head coach than a DC! Candidates and the Packers budget is discussed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this message, Pastor Josh Kelsey dives into Proverbs 30 to reveal how God's wisdom transforms the way we see strength, stability, and success. Using the example of the "rock badger," he shows that where we choose to dwell—spiritually, mentally, and emotionally—shapes our lives and decisions. Pastor Josh challenges us to stop relying on worldly measures like visibility, performance, and comparison, and instead to rest in Christ, the true Rock, where insight, perspective, and life-transforming wisdom are found.

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Pug returns back to the podcast this week after a week off and we discuss the Packers off season and what we think the Packers do position by position. The Milwaukee Bucks continue to struggle and so does Marquette. The Wisconsin Badgers after starting to heat up after some big wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The transfer portal is closed but Wisconsin stayed busy over the weekend, adding three more players. Zach and Jesse discuss those guys and then go position-by-position to recap the Badgers portal haul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a weekend!!! Had a very successful 9-Pin Tap Tourney on Saturday to raise money for the Rock Foundation, and then I sat around and did absolutely nothing yesterday, with the exception of watching football. In the news this morning, the latest on what's happening in Minneapolis/St. Paul, a deadly train derailment in Spain, an update on Kiefer Sutherland's arrest from last week, the Poison 40th Anniversary tour gets nixed, and a recall on chocolate gets expanded. Speaking of football, we recapped all this weekend's NFL Divisional round games and looked ahead to next Sunday's AFC & NFC Championship games. The Bucks play at noon today as part of the NBA's MLK Day schedule, the Badgers got a nice win against Rutgers over the weekend, and the college football National Championship is tonight. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and discussed the unusual injury Emilia Clarke suffered while filming her new show. Great story about a kid in the UK who helped save his mother's life after she passed out while driving. A man is going viral for listing all the chores he had to do when he was a kid, so we tried to think back to our childhoods and remember all the stuff we were responsible for. Elsewhere in sports, John Harbaugh officially gets hired by the NY Giants, Matt LaFleur & the Packers have reached an agreement to extend his contract, Kevin Durant passes Dirk Nowitski on the NBA's all-time scoring list, and Air Force suspended their basketball coach. Did you know………the zoo animal responsible for the most injuries to zookeepers? Did you know……..how many jobs were created by a specific taco? Did you know……….how many Americans are using A.I.? And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a car thief who found something criminal in a vehicle he stole, a #FloridaMan who got busted for repeatedly throwing roofing nails on the road, a company is in hot water for basically selling cake batter disguised as protein powder, a delivery robot that got destroyed when it got stuck on some train tracks, a kid who got arrested for trying to stay in a Walmart for 24 hours, and a dude who got busted for doing donuts in a church parking lot on a first date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWisconsin is ROLLING, taking care of business against Rutgers 96-87 and extending their winning streak to four games. This episode is a VIBE! ☕️

As the Badgers continue to add to their portal haul, Bernie and Perko break down the key pieces left to add for Luke Fickell and the coaching staff, discuss how many wins they need in order to keep their jobs next season, and preview the CFB national title game between Indiana and Miami. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube. While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring. Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On "The Lead"... no decision on the state's lawsuit against the Feds... Washington County doesn't want an ICE facility... and the Gophers got got by the Badgers on a buzzer-beater. Then Jason goes "In Depth" with Rep. Kelly Moller on Capitol security.

Grant explains the options the Packers have with Matt LaFleur- none of them perfect. Callers chime in. The home crowd boo'd the Bucks and the Badgers have won 3 straight. Jesse Temple joins to talk Badgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin stayed busy in the transfer portal adding four more guys since Friday. Zach and Jesse discuss them, including wide receiver Malachi Coleman. Then they introduce the other QB the Badgers signed in Deuce Adams, explain what happened with CB Omillio Agard, talk about the commitment of TE Korz Loken and a little Overreaction, er No?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textINCREDIBLE! John Blackwell called game, and Wisconsin comes out victorious 81-78 in the Border Battle vs the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Greg Gard's Badgers are now ROLLING! What does this win mean moving forward? How can Wisconsin build on this run moving forward? The Brew With Matt and Mike breaks it all down for you! 

This week, Jon and Aaron have to address the absolute collapse that was the Packers exit from the 2025-26 season.  Then they discuss the Badgers portal recruiting.  Next they walk through the rough times in Milwaukee basketball as the Bucks and Golden Eagles keep falling.  Then they discuss the BAdgers men's and women's teams.  Finally a run through Wisconsin's other teams from wrestling to D3 basketball and hockey.  

Henry talks with Daniel House from Gopher Guru.com about the tough men's hoops loss to the Badgers, Koi Perich leaving for Oregon, why it's not all bad news for PJ Fleck, why Indiana will finish their story and more.

No Pug this week, but he does join to rant about the Packers Then Mark Sr. joins to discuss the Packers playoff loss to the Bears & Matt Lafleur, the Transfer Portal additions for the Badgers, The Badger Basketball team upsetting #2 Michigan, & the Bucks continuing to struggle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Wednesday! Drastic change in temperature, and snow on the way tomorrow & into Friday. Yippee! In the news this morning, actor Timothy Busfield turned himself in to the authorities and denies the claims that he sexually assaulted twin boys, Kiefer Sutherland got arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-share driver, the creator of Dilbert passed away after battling prostate cancer, and a Wisconsin man got arrested for driving WELL OVER the legal limit. In sports, the Bucks got beat by the Timberwolves last night, while the Badgers men's basketball team beat Minnesota on a buzzer-beating three pointer! We looked at this weekend's NFL Divisional Round schedule. Plus, the latest on the NFL coaching hires & fires! We let you know what's on TV today/tonight, and Brian actually did his fifty jumps this morning before the show…and now he's looking to add something else to his "routine" Elsewhere in sports, Jordan Addison of the Vikings got arrested recently, the new head coach at Notre Dame is already in the news for the wrong reason, and NASCAR revealed it's new "playoff" changes. Check out the size of this dog!! It's now a world record holder! And a #FloridaMan is being called a hero after he saved two toddlers that had wandered away from their home and ended up on a busy highway. We talked about a list of the best jobs in America in 2026, and we got to the latest on that "mite fight" at the Hershey Bears game over the weekend. Apparently, there's now MULTIPLE investigations going on. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a couple of idiots in California who were using fake $100 bills to buy cheap fast food meals, a bear in Tennessee that's broken into the same candy store FOUR times, three female tourists from Taiwan who made the news in Europe after they followed their GPS and ended up stuck on a ski slope, and a teacher who got arrested for throwing a shoe at a student.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Still no contract extension for Matt LaFleur, but it feels like that's still the direction the Packers will go. Flying under the radar as the coach that needs to be fired in the state: Doc Rivers. It's time. Pathetic effort at Fiserv against a shorthanded T-Wolves team last night. Badgers get a walkoff winner against Minnesota and we've got the Matt Lepay call!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textThe Brew With Matt and Mike is back to preview the upcoming Wisconsin vs Minnesota match-up! We go in-depth discussing the keys to victory and Mike's fondest memory vs Minnesota. Can Minnesota win their first game in 6 years against Greg Gard's Badgers? Can Wisconsin keep rolling?? Tune in to hear our thoughts! 

One more really nice day to get all that outdoor shit taken care of before the colder temps return…along with some snow! In the news this mornings, Minnesota & Illinois are suing the feds, Barbie launches an autistic version, US Marshals are now trying to locate Timothy Busfield, there's some monkeys on the loose in St. Louis, and the FDA has upgraded a recall on cheese products. In sports, the Steelers got waxed by the Texans last night to wrap up Wild Card weekend, a look at this coming weekend's Divisional round, the Bucks take on the T-Wolves tonight, and the Badgers are playing Minnesota tonight. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and what's new on New Release Tuesday. And Brian recapped the movie "Together". Elsewhere in sports, Brooks Koepka is officially back in the PGA, a wild video of a US Bobsled driver who escaped serious injury recently, and a young Eagles fan goes off after their loss to the 49ers this weekend. Great story about a man in Baltimore who helped save some kids from a fire, and check out this former inmate who's helping other ex-criminals rehab after getting out of prison. We were once again joined by Grant Bilse from the Wisco Sports show just after 8am. Brian's going to try a TikTok "health hack" that's basically just jumping a bunch of times first thing in the morning. And what's something you wish your phone could do? In today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a woman who got arrested for stealing her coworker's Stanley cup, a Waymo driverless car that stopped on some train tracks, a very popular app that checks up on people who live alone, and a guy who got a massive potato stuck up his ass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back to work! In the news this morning, the new Wisconsin license plates are now available, RIP to Bob Weir, Daniel Stern got busted for soliciting a prostitute, and Timothy Busfield is facing child sex-abuse charges. In sports, a recap of the NFL Wild Card games, the College Football National Championship match-up is set, a look at the Bucks weekend, and the Badgers shocked #2 Michigan this past Saturday. We let you know what's on TV today/tonight and we also discussed last night's Golden Globes award ceremony. Elsewhere in sports, the latest on the NFL coaching vacancies, Books Koepka is trying to rejoin the PGA, and Kevin Durant passes Wilt Chamberlain on the NBA's all-time scoring leaderboard. Cool story about a guy in Indiana who got a free truck after his community pitched in to help purchase it for him, and a woman battling cancer got a free wedding while in the hospital thanks to the staff at the facility. We talked to Elias from the might Nonpoint about the upcoming Riverfront Revolt. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy who allegedly fired a gun inside of a middle school and then had a very interesting interaction with the judge assigned to his case, a dude in China who stuck a leech up his pee hole & into his bladder, a drug dealer who had a bunch of his drugs stuffed into his underwear, and a guy in Nevada who tried to run over the cops with his bulldozer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yet another playoff collapse in Green Bay. Nothing new, I think I've become, in the words of Pink Floyd, Comfortably Numb. Packers blow a 21-3 halftime lead in Chicago. Per reports this morning, it sounds like LaFleur is still going to get a contract extension. We break it all down and the NFL weekend in general. Bucks notch one of their wins of year on Friday in LA, then stub their toe in Denver against a Nuggets team down 4 starters. Badgers upset #2 Michigan on the road on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin Badgers fans, we're breaking it all down after a massive road win for Wisconsin basketball at Michigan and a busy stretch for Wisconsin football in the transfer portal. The Badgers stunned No. 2 Michigan in Ann Arbor with one of the biggest wins of the season — what does this mean for Greg Gard's team, Big Ten standings, and the trajectory of Wisconsin basketball moving forward?On the football side, we dive deep into Wisconsin football transfer portal news, going position by position to analyze who the Badgers have added, how each transfer fits Luke Fickell's vision, and where Wisconsin still needs help before next season. From the quarterback room and offensive skill positions to the offensive line, defensive front, linebackers, and secondary — we cover every position group, key storylines, fan reaction, and remaining roster questions.Is Wisconsin football doing enough in the transfer portal to compete in the Big Ten? Which additions matter most? And which positions still need upgrades before fall camp? Plus, how does the momentum from a huge basketball win at Michigan impact the overall perception of Wisconsin athletics right now?

The Wolverines suffered their first loss of the season on Saturday. Brian and Terry react to the Badgers' narrow win in Ann Arbor to begin the show. Then, Brian visits with Head Coach Dusty May (13:00) and graduate student Yaxel Lendeborg (17:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wisconsin got one of their own back from the transfer portal on Thursday. Zach and Jesse discuss what brought Eugene Hilton Jr back to Madison, the latest portal additions and what coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry had to say about the entire transfer portal process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this week, the village board in DeForest denied a petition from residents'  to require a referendum before annexing the land of a future data center. Virginia-based company QTS has proposed a $12 billion data center on farmland just outside of town, and are negotiating with DeForest officials to bring utilities to the property. Host Bianca Martin breaks down the news with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas. Plus, who's going to be on the 2026 spring election ballot, and why are there so many Badgers on the USA Olympic women's hockey team?  Mentioned on the show: Himal Chuli closed on New Years [Cap Times]Madison's first woman's sports bar [City Cast Madison]

Tapping The Keg podcast is BACK! After a two-week hiatus, the boys are back talking Wisconsin Sports and they're covering the Green Bay Packers' playoff matchup, Milwaukee Bucks latest, Wisconsin Badgers portal news and Milwaukee Brewers rumors. They start the show breaking down the Green Bay Packers playoff matchup against the Chicago Bears. Why they are feeling confident. What happens if the Packers lose and much more. From there, they talk about Peter Feigen leaving the Milwaukee Bucks and why it might be a bad sign for Giannis Antetokounmpo. They also talk about the Bucks and their west coast trip. They discuss about the Wisconsin Badgers transfer portal and while it looks great, does it mean anything? Lastly, they discuss the recent pickup in Freddy Peralta rumors.

The Wisconsin Badgers shake up the college football landscape with a top-five Transfer Portal class. Quarterback Colton Joseph headlines major roster upgrades, as the Badgers outmaneuver SEC and ACC rivals for elite talent. Could Wisconsin's aggressive spending finally silence the critics and propel the team back into national contention?Ryan Harings and Brian Smith break down impact additions at quarterback, cornerback, center, and running back, including Abu Sama and Javan Robinson. The episode explores Badgers' NIL strategy, culture shifts, and how the new faces fit Jeff Grimes' offensive vision. Key topics include defensive improvements with transfers Cai Bates and Bryce West, wide receiver depth concerns despite adding Shamar Rigby, and the critical need for a difference-making defensive lineman. Is an eight-win season within reach? Don't miss this insider analysis on Wisconsin's bold roster transformation and what's next in the portal.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/X @fbscout_floridaTikTok @lockedontheportalHelp us by supporting our sponsors!FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Before tip-off, check the FanDuel app and see what's dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase.RugietToday's episode is brought to you by Rugiet. If you've been thinking about taking the next step, now's the time. Head to Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time. Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Packers will face the Bears in the Playoffs.  A ragged and injured team going into Soldier Field.  The Bucks find a few wins and a little anger.  The Golden Eagles continue struggling while the Badgers bounce back.  UW-River Falls is the big story as the D3 Football National Champs!

Happy 2026 everybody and welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast! Kicking off the new year, Alex and KJ dive into the latest portal transfers into UW. Who are they and do you buy the hype? Also touching on the College Football Playoff and the basketball team! Dive back in - Welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast! Subscribing, leaving a five-star review on the Apple Podcasts, and telling a friend is the #1 way to help the show.Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter for Live-Tweeting of Badgers Football @IKE_BadgersFan of the music? Stream "IKE Music" on Spotify

Wisconsin was active over the weekend in the transfer portal, adding 10 new players. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position to talk about about what the Badgers are getting in those guys, including RB Abu Sama and linebacker Jon Jon Kamara. They also discuss the areas where more guys are needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has its starting quarterback for 2026. Old Dominion's Colton Joseph signed with the Badgers on Sunday. Zach and Jesse discuss his recruitment, what he brings to the table and what it says that Wisconsin landed its top option at the position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball betting for this weekend. The Need for Seeds College Basketball Podcast delivered a focused betting breakdown for the January 3 weekend card, with Griffin Warner and Big East Ben targeting marquee matchups and market inefficiencies. The discussion opened with concern around Marquette, where Big East Ben described a team unable to close games under pressure, citing a late collapse against Seton Hall and criticizing the lack of in game adjustments. The betting slate began with Kentucky at Alabama, where the total sat at 172 and the Crimson Tide were favored by five and a half. Big East Ben backed Kentucky as a live underdog, pointing to elite perimeter defense, strong offensive rebounding, and recent form against Indiana and St. John's, while expressing skepticism about Alabama's consistency. Warner leaned toward the over, noting historically inflated totals in the series and expecting limited defensive resistance. Attention then shifted to Tennessee at Arkansas, a game that saw heavy market movement toward the Razorbacks. Big East Ben avoided the side but favored the over, emphasizing Tennessee's dominance on the offensive glass, Arkansas's reliance on three point volume, and matchup driven scoring opportunities in transition. Warner supported Arkansas at home, citing talent, environment, and perceived undervaluation relative to brand expectations. The Purdue at Wisconsin matchup generated agreement, with both analysts backing the Badgers plus six and a half. Wisconsin's defensive rebounding, home shooting splits, and the Kohl Center environment were highlighted as key counters to a Purdue team reliant on second chance points. The final game featured UCLA at Iowa, where Big East Ben projected a decisive Hawkeyes win, pointing to UCLA's road struggles, Iowa's discipline, depth, and home court strength. Warner agreed on Iowa's edge but ultimately selected the under, expecting a slower paced game aligned with UCLA's preferred style. Best bets closed the show, with Big East Ben locking in TCU minus one and a half at Baylor, questioning Baylor's cohesion and backing TCU's guard play and physicality, while Warner selected Wisconsin plus six and a half as his top position. The episode framed a weekend defined by home court value, rebounding edges, and selective totals plays rather than blind market favorites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices