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We begin "the second 500" with an episode devoted to Arizona women's basketball. Host Michael Lev is joined by women's hoops beat writer P.J. Brown to break down the Wildcats' season so far. The two look at the big picture, analyze the performance of "the core four" and discuss Adia Barnes' future in Tucson.
WE'RE HALFWAY TO 1,000 EPISODES! Former Arizona Daily Star sports editor Ryan Finley joins the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev to reminisce on the Wildcast's journey to 500 episodes and the last seven years in the world of Arizona Wildcats athletics. Plus, does the college football offseason, transfer portal and rules need fixing? What are some realistic solutions?
It's episode four of the Wildcast with Daniel Leach from 92.9 Triple M, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah. Today's guest is the number one ticket holder of the club and West Coast Eagles legend Nic Naitanui. How does he become the number one ticket holder? Why is he delivering bikes to Bryce Cotton? And could Elijah Pepper become an AFL player?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach from 92.9 Triple M, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah. Today's guest is injury replacement player Todd Withers aka Toddles. We chat about his incredible eating regime, getting Elijah's nickname off the ground, his journey in basketball and a whole lot more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach. Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah. Today's guest is injury replacement player Todd Withers aka Toddles. We chat about his incredible eating regime, getting Elijah's nickname off the ground, his journey in basketball and a whole lot more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Lev and Bruce Pascoe discuss all things Arizona men's basketball ahead of the Wildcats' matchup against UCLA in Phoenix on Saturday, Dec. 14. Topics include the season to date, roles and rotations, and Bruce's tales from the road.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev reflect on Arizona football's first season under Brent Brennan following a 42-point beatdown in the Territorial Cup. Did Arizona make the smart move retaining Brennan? What's next for the Wildcats as they enter the offseason? Plus, a look at the UA's 2025 recruiting class and a prediction for the Big 12 championship battle between Arizona State and Iowa State.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah. We discuss the record-breaking performance from Bryce Cotton against the New Zealand Breakers. In the lead up to Heritage Round and the Wildcats celebration of the 1995 Championship win, 4-time NBL champion Ricky Grace joins the chat. He takes us back to the post-game celebrations which included flying to London and a lot of head shaving. Plus, he picks his all-time Wildcats starting 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach from 92.9 Triple M, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah.We discuss the record-breaking performance from Bryce Cotton against the New Zealand Breakers.In the lead up to Heritage Round and the Wildcats celebration of the 1995 Championship win, 4-time NBL champion Ricky Grace joins the chat. He takes us back to the post-game celebrations which included flying to London and a lot of head shaving. Plus, he picks his all-time Wildcats starting 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
LiSTNR and the Perth Wildcats combine forces to bring an insight from the Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach. The first guest is the new owner Mark Arena. We think he stamped his foot down to be part of the premiere episode. We talk about his journey to becoming the owner, why take on the role, the hopes of getting a new training venue and the upcoming 16 Days in WA campaignSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listnr and the Perth Wildcats combine forces to bring an insight from the Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach from 92.9 Triple M, new Perth Wildcats recruit Elijah Pepper, Perth Lynx star Meila Sowah. The first guest is the new owner Mark Arena. We think he stamped his foot down to be part of the premiere episode. We talk about his journey to becoming the owner, why take on the role, the hopes of getting a new training venue and the upcoming 16 Days in WA campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Territorial Cup showdown at Arizona Stadium. Can the Arizona Wildcats play spoiler and prevent ASU from the Big 12 title game? What would a win mean for the Wildcats? Plus, a look at some X (Twitter) mailbag questions and a preview of the Big 12 football slate.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-TCU football matchup in Fort Worth and discuss important things to look out for. Plus, a quick preview of the Arizona-Duke basketball game and the Big 12 football slate.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 27-3 win over Houston, along with the UA basketball's loss to Wisconsin and other topics.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the Arizona-Houston football game and the ramifications of the result. Plus, a look at other Big 12 football games happening this week. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star)
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look over the layers of issues within the Arizona football program during the Wildcats' five-game losing streak. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions and predict the Big 12 football slate.
Arizona football hits the road to face UCF in Orlando for the "Space Game." Will the Wildcats snap their four-game losing streak or will the Knights end their five-game losing streak? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview the UA-UCF game, among other battles in the Big 12.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 31-26 loss to West Virginia. Did the offense make progress in the fourth quarter or was it fool's gold? Can the Wildcats win three games in the next four attempts? Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions.
After losing its last three games, can the wounded Arizona Wildcats (3-4) end the drought and beat the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-4) in Tucson? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Saturday's game at Arizona Stadium, along with other games in the Big 12.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 34-7 loss to the Colorado Buffaloes and the Wildcats' issues on offense. And injuries. So. Many. Injuries. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. (Subscribe to The Wildcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify)
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down and preview the Arizona-Colorado matchup for homecoming. Plus, a look at a fully-loaded Big 12 football slate.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev dissect the current state of Arizona football following the Wildcats' blowout loss to BYU. Plus, answering some of your mailbag questions.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Arizona's matchup with 14th-ranked BYU in Provo. Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate this week.
Following the Arizona Wildcats' win over Utah, the UA hosts the Texas Tech Red Raiders for the Big 12 home opener in Tucson. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-Texas Tech football game, along with other conference games with Big 12 Bonanza.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev analyze the important moments in Arizona's win over No. 10 Utah in Salt Lake City, and answer your mailbag questions. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star)
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview notable storylines and stats heading into the Arizona Wildcats' Big 12 opener against the 10th-ranked Utah Utes. Can Arizona win or are the Wildcats bound for their second straight loss? Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate with Big 12 Bonanza!
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on the Arizona Wildcats' first three games and discuss why the UA has struggled. It it personnel? Coaching? Both? Plus, the guys answer some of your mailbag questions and predict the Big 12 football slate this weekend.
Will the No.-20 ranked Arizona Wildcats finally put together a complete game and takedown the other Wildcats in the Big 12, No. 14 Kansas State? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-Kansas State showdown in Manhattan and answer some of your mailbag questions. Plus, predicting the most interesting games that feature Big 12 teams with Round 3 of Big 12 Bonanza.
Arizona football beat writer Justin Spears, senior writer/columnist Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera return for Week 2 to preview the Wildcats' upcoming matchup with in-state rival Northern Arizona in Tucson. Plus, a look at some other interesting games that feature Big 12 teams — BIG 12 BONANZA!
Arizona kicked off the Brent Brennan era with a 61-39 win over New Mexico thanks to wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan's record-setting performance. What made T-Mac's night so special? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss McMillan's outing and what Arizona's defense showed on Saturday. Plus, the guys answer your Twitter (X) mailbag questions.
TN WildCast Celebrating 400 Episodes of Stories and Insights - TN WildCast 400 400 Episodes! Jason and Don take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on some of the most memorable moments from Tennessee WildCast. They also provide an in-depth recap of the latest news and developments from the recent Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission Meeting, highlighting key takeaways. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tnwildcast
The Arizona football season is finally here! As the No. 21-ranked Arizona Wildcats prepare to host New Mexico on Saturday for the season opener, the Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera discuss the offseason build-up, how the Wildcats will potentially look against the Lobos and what to expect for Week 1 of the college football schedule.
Star UA football beat reporter Justin Spears and senior writer/columnist Michael Lev break down notable stories and observations from Arizona Wildcats football training camp with the season about two weeks away. Is Arizona's No. 21 ranking in the Associated Press Top 25 fair? Plus, the guys answer your Twitter mailbag questions and discuss position battles and rising players for the UA.
Our month-long "Big 12 Blitz" series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company, we chat with Orlando Sentinel college sports reporter Matt Murschel, specifically covering UCF. Murschel introduces us to "SpaceU," and Orlando's hometown Knights.
Our month-long "Big 12 Blitz" series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company, Michael Lev, Justin Spears and Brett Fera of the Arizona Daily Star discuss rivals BYU and Utah, and how Arizona squares up to both in football and beyond with the Wildcats and Utes joining the Big 12.
Our month-long "Big 12 Blitz" series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company, we chat with Tim Fitzgerald, publisher of GoPowercat.com and longtime reporter covering Kansas State, about those other Wildcats, Manhattan, Kansas, and more.
Our month-long "Big 12 Blitz" series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company, we chat with Wyatt Thompson, the longtime play-by-play voice of the Kansas State about all-things (other) Wildcats, Manhattan, Kansas, and more.
Arizona football season is here! With training camp starting up this week, UA football beat writer Justin Spears and Star senior writer/columnist Michael Lev break down everything you need to know about Arizona football, along with previewing intriguing position battles and gaps the Cats need to fill.
Tucson native and former Arizona diver Delaney Schnell spoke with the Star's Justin Spears ahead of the Olympics in Paris. Schnell, who is participating in her second Olympics, discussed Olympic memories in Tokyo, representing Tucson and the U.S., and her future after the 2024 Olympics, among other topics.
LifeBlood: We talked about monetizing podcasts, what it means to be an influencer today, how companies are pouring advertising dollars into podcasts, and why it's a growth industry, with Ryan Estes, CoFounder of Wildcast and Kitcaster. Listen to learn how you can start monetizing your podcast! You can learn more about Ryan at GoWildcast.com, Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. Thanks, as always for listening! If you got some value and enjoyed the show, please leave us a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/lifebloodpodcast You can learn more about us at LifeBlood.Live, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook or you'd like to be a guest on the show, contact us at contact@LifeBlood.Live. Stay up to date by getting our monthly updates. Want to say “Thanks!” You can buy us a cup of coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
Now that the Arizona Wildcats sports calendar for 2023-24 has concluded, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev hand out awards for Best Team, Best Moment, Coach of the Year, Male Athlete of the Year, Female Athlete of the Year, Transfer of the Year and Freshman of the Year. Plus, a look at Spears' preseason Big 12 poll and All-Big 12 Team. How many Wildcats crack the All-Big 12 Team?
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The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona baseball's run to the Pac-12 championship, and look ahead to the Tucson Regional this weekend at Hi Corbett Field. How does the UA stack up with GCU, Dallas Baptist and West Virginia? Plus, looking back on the life and legacy of Bill Walton, who died earlier this week at 71 years old, and exchanging funny stories about Mr. Conference of Champions.
Following a super-busy weekend in the Tucson sports scene, the Star's Justin Spears, senior writer and columnist Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera return to talk about Arizona baseball winning the Pac-12 regular-season championship, UA softball winning in Arkansas, UA football adding multiple prospects in the transfer portal, and two ex-Wildcats in the conference finals of the NBA playoffs.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss notable headlines and burning questions surrounding the Arizona Wildcats football program. Are the additions made in the transfer portal enough? Plus, the guys answer Twitter (X) mailbag questions and talk about UA baseball's upcoming series against Oregon State, the last Pac-12 event in Tucson.
The Star's Michael Lev and Bruce Pascoe break down all the comings and goings - and the we-don't-know-yets - for the Arizona men's basketball team with the NBA Draft declaration deadline on the horizon.
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has announced the hunting seasons for 2024-25. This week on Tennessee WildCast, we'll be speaking with Joe Benedict, Chief of Wildlife and Forestry, and Mark McBride, Assistant Chief. They will guide us through the updates and changes to the hunting seasons. Additionally, we'll briefly discuss presentations on East Tennessee tailwaters and Law Enforcement efforts. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tnwildcast
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the NFL Draft and evaluate how Jordan Morgan, Jacob Cowing, Michael Wiley and Tanner McLachlan stand on draft week. Will Morgan crack the first round? Will anyone else from the UA sneak into the draft? Plus, a look at other Pac-12 prospects and quarterbacks.
The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev talk latest Arizona football storylines, transfer portal, spring standouts and potential breakout stars for the Wildcats.
Arizona basketball shot 18% from 3-point range and fell to Clemson in the Sweet 16. What's next for the Wildcats after a disappointing finish in the NCAA Tournament? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and UA basketball insider Bruce Pascoe reflect on the Wildcats' season and what's next for Tommy Lloyd's club.