Massive news out of Madison: Quarterback Graham Mertz has entered the transfer portal and left the program. What does this mean for new coach Luke Fickell? Alex and KJ dive into the discussion. Talking the football team, basketball team, and more - 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_Badgers Fan of the mu...
Dec 05, 2022•27 min
What a weekend! In today’s episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ dive into Badgers new Football Coach, Luke Fickell. Formerly the Head Coach at Cincinnati, Fickell looks to takes the Wisconsin Program to College Football Playoff heights. What does this mean for Jim Leonhard? Dive into the discussion - 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-Twe...
Nov 28, 2022•31 min
Alex and KJ are back to recap the Nebraska game and preview Axe Week. Do the Badgers have what it takes to beat Minnesota at home? Dive into the discussion - 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_Badgers Fan of the music? Stream "IKE Music" on Spotify Learn more about the #1 podcast network in the state of ...
Nov 22, 2022•31 min
In today's episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ dive into Wisconsin's 24-10 defeat against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Where does the program go from here? Is Braelon Allen really considering a transfer? The brother touch on it all (including the basketball program) - 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_Badgers Fan...
Nov 15, 2022•33 min
Alex and KJ are back from Greece to discuss the Jim Leonhard lead football team and Greg Gard basketball team, which just kicked off their season. Talking Maryland game recap, Iowa predictions, and more - 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_Badgers Fan of the music? Stream "IKE Music" on Spotify Learn mor...
Nov 08, 2022•31 min
Badgers went to overtime against Michigan State and were dealt another blow of reality. Jim Leonhard has more work to do ahead of Purdue. Which players have left the program? How can Wisconsin get back to a state of excellence? Alex and KJ dive into the debate. Join the conversation and find out what they have to say - Thank you for listening! 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...
Oct 20, 2022•37 min
Graham Mertz looked his best since that Illinois game all that long ago. Jim Leonhard starts his head coaching career with a win. Chimere Dike busts out for a massive game receiving. In today's episode of the podcast Alex and KJ dive into what has changed since Paul Chryst's firing, the Northwestern game recap, and what is yet to come for this Badgers team. How important is this week's matchup against Michigan State? Join the conversation and find out - Thank you for listening! Subscribing, leav...
Oct 11, 2022•26 min
Following the crushing defeat to Illinois and Bret Bielema at home the Badgers fire their head coach. Paul Chryst's time is over and the Jim Leonhard era has just begun. In today's episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ give their reactions to what transpired over the weekend. What does this mean for Badgers Fans and Badgers Football going forward? Dive into the episode to find out. Welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast! Subscribing, leaving a five-star review on the Apple Podcasts, and telling a...
Oct 04, 2022•35 min
Ohio State absolutely wrecked the Badgers in prime time, as Wisconsin failed to register a single sack in its 52-21 loss. Despite the final score, it could have been worse. In today's episode of the podcast Alex, KJ, and Nick dive into what went wrong and what needs to change. Thank you for listening! 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_Badgers ...
Sep 27, 2022•45 min
Wisconsin Football dominated New Mexico State 66-7 on Saturday, but Ohio State looms next. This year, they have projected #1 pick quarterback CJ Stroud. In the Big Ten opener, the Badgers are massive underdogs going into Columbus. How can the squad come out with the W? Alex, KJ, and Nick dive into the conversation. Thank you for listening! 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-Twe...
Sep 20, 2022•37 min
Tough Scene in Madison as the Badgers fell to unranked Washington State over the weekend in Week 2. In today's episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ dive into what went wrong and who should be held accountable. Was this the Badgers losing as opposed to the Cougars winning? Then catch up with Nick Herbig as he takes the show inside the locker-room, talking game recap, playing with his friend, and the Badgers response. How does Wisconsin get back on track against New Mexico State? Who wins the Herbi...
Sep 13, 2022•31 min
The Wisconsin Football team is 1-0 following a 38-0 shutout victory over Illinois State in the home-opener. In today's episode, Alex and Nick Herbig talk game recap, the big plays, and preview next week's matchup against Washington State. How did Nick feel Graham Mertz and the offense played? Who wins the Herbie Gives Award for Week 1? Dive into the conversation and thank you for listening! Subscribing, leaving a five-star review on the Apple Podcasts, and telling a friend is the #1 way to help ...
Sep 06, 2022•17 min
College Football is back and so is the IKE Badgers Podcast. In today's episode, Alex and KJ introduce Nick Herbig and talk season preview. What are realistic expectations? Can Graham Mertz have a bounce-back season? Dive into the conversation and thank you for listening! 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_Badgers Fan of the music? Stream "IKE M...
Aug 31, 2022•44 min
The Badgers managed to knock off Colgate, but their big dance ends this year with Iowa State in the Round of 32. Alex and KJ give their initial reaction. Was this a disappointing ending to a good season? Welcome back and thank you for listening! Subscribe today and tell a friend! The #1 rated Badgers Podcast on the Apple Podcasts Platform. Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter: @IKE_Badgers The #1 podcast network in the state of Wisconsin and the community that loves them. @welcometoike...
Mar 21, 2022•28 min
Special Guest Jack Sanborn returns to the podcast as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Coming off a tremendous senior year, in which the Badgers had the #1 Defense, Jack is surely to hear his name called and play in the pros. What has he been up to? Where does he need to improve? Listen in and find out. Welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast. Want to help the show? Share this podcast with a fellow Badger or leave a five-star review. Follow the IKE Badgers Podcast today on Spotify. Subscribe to the...
Mar 16, 2022•36 min
It's March and it's Mad! Badgers draw 14-seed Colgate in the NCAA Tournament. All eyes on POY candidate Johnny Davis. What to expect from Greg Gard? NFL Combine, Pro Day, and more - Thank you for listening! Subscribe today and tell a friend! The #1 rated Badgers Podcast on the Apple Podcasts Platform. Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter: @IKE_Badgers The #1 podcast network in the state of Wisconsin and the community that loves them. @welcometoike
Mar 14, 2022•27 min
The energy at the Kohl Center Tuesday night was electric. The Badgers knocked off #8 Purdue at home to clinch a share of the Big Ten Regular Season Championship. Alex and KJ share their reactions to the men's basketball team and discuss the upcoming NFL Combine. Subscribe today and tell a friend! The #1 rated Badgers Podcast on the Apple Podcasts Platform. Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter: @IKE_Badgers The #1 podcast network in the state of Wisconsin and the community that loves them. @welcometoike...
Mar 02, 2022•23 min
We come to you LIVE following the out-of-nowhere BRAWL between the Wisconsin Badgers and Michigan Wolverines. Alex and KJ give their reactions. Subscribe today and tell a friend! The #1 rated Badgers Podcast on the Apple Podcasts Platform. Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter: @IKE_Badgers The #1 podcast network in the state of Wisconsin and the community that loves them. @welcometoike
Feb 20, 2022•11 min
KJ and Alex talk to John & Leo Chenal as the brothers give an exclusive interview into the Wisconsin Badgers season, their family, and their current and future plans as they prepare for the NFL Draft. Furthuring the line of great Wisconsin Linebackers and Fullbacks, this is one episode you don't want to miss. Subscribe today and tell a friend! The #1 rated Badgers Podcast on the Apple Podcasts Platform. Follow IKE Badgers on Twitter: @IKE_Badgers Follow Leo and John Chenal on twitter: @JohnC...
Jan 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Coach Riley is back and the Badgers are in Las Vegas to take on the Arizona State Sun Devils in their Bowl Game. Coach breaks down the opposing squad and looks at how Wisconsin can come away with the victory. Thank you listening to the IKE Badgers Podcast. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow. Looking for more content? Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, ...
Dec 28, 2021•19 min
The Badgers Basketball team went from winning the Maui to knocking off in-state rival Marquette to coming from behind down 20 points to Indiana. How did they do it? Could have something to do with their new star, Johnny Davis. The Football team looks forward to Las Vegas and we touch on that too. Lastly we would like to thank the entirety of the Badgers community for helping out with this year's toy drive for Children's Hospital in Milwaukee. We have a great show today, On Wisconsin. Listen to S...
Dec 13, 2021•22 min
The Badgers did not get the job done unfortunately and fell to Minnesota - relinquishing the axe. Paul Chryst sent out the punt team with 4 minutes left in the 4th quarter. The Basketball team won the Maui. So we have a great show today, On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Groshek, Adam Krumholz, Nick Herbig, Faion Hicks, Keeanu Benton, Joe Schobert, Scott Nelson, Logan Bruss, Jon Chenal, Hayden Rucci, & Collin L...
Nov 29, 2021•34 min
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! On this episode, Coach Riley previews the BIG Minnesota game. Big Ten West is on the line! Coach also touches on Nebraska game and Braelon Allen's monster performance. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow. Looking for more content? Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Groshek, Adam Krumholz, Nick Herbig, Faion Hicks, Ke...
Nov 26, 2021•33 min
Braelon Allen was already playing phenomenal... but he just had his BEST game of the season so far. Over 200+ rushing yards and 3 touchdowns that were all critical in the Badgers narrow 35-28 win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers. We are excited to dive into today's episode breaking down the game and thank you for joining us. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Groshek, Adam Krumholz, Nick Herbig, Faion Hicks, Keeanu Ben...
Nov 22, 2021•35 min
Nebraska is a tough team. If you look at their schedule, they've lost a lot of close games against some really high ranked opponents. Will Wisconsin keep the trend of beating the Cornhuskers? Join the conversation and let us know what you think. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow. Looking for more content? Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Gro...
Nov 19, 2021•31 min
Today we welcome Logan Brown to the show. For those that don’t know Logan, quite simply he’s up next. The 5-star Offensive Lineman recruit has been sharpening his skills at Offensive Lineman U, also known as the University of Wisconsin and will be paving the way for guys like Jalen Berger, Jon Chenal in the trenches. He also happened to just get engaged, so we’re very happy for him in that regard. Today, we tell his story. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Logan Brown, and you are listen...
Nov 17, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Braelon Allen finally got his chance to be the main back for the Badgers and he did not disappoint, going for over 170 yards and scoring 3 touchdowns. Caesar Williams made his 3rd interception in the last 4 games. The Badgers have won 6 straight and find themselves back atop the Big Ten West. We are excited to dive into today's episode and thank you for joining us. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Groshek, Adam Kr...
Nov 15, 2021•34 min
Coach Riley breaks down the Badgers dominant road win at Rutgers and previews the upcoming Northwestern game! Will the Badgers be 7-3 by the end of the week? Or will Northwestern play spoiler? Join the conversation and let us know what you think. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow. Looking for more content? Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Gr...
Nov 12, 2021•35 min
Today we welcome Alex Smith to the show. For those that don’t know Alex, he’s another athletic defensive back for the talented Wisconsin secondary, hailing from California. Every year it’s a constant where Badgers have new players step up and grow into impact roles, and this year is no different. Today, we tell his story. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Alex Smith, and you are listening to the IKE Badgers Podcast. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcast...
Nov 10, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Badgers fans, make it 5 straight wins. This team has seemingly turned things around, beating Rutgers 52-3 handedly, and are now poised to make a run for the Big Ten title. Caesar Williams with a Pick-6, Braelon Allen with another 100+ yard game, and Mertz threw 3 touchdowns. We are excited to dive into today's episode and thank you for joining us. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple Podcasts featuring Adam Bay, Garrett Groshek, Adam Krumholz, Nick Herbi...
Nov 08, 2021•29 min
