Breaking Down the Big Ten, Tournament Expansion Talk, and the Flyin’ Illini Era With Stephen Bardo

The Ringer's Tate Frazier pitches his idea to bring back the Foot Locker Slam Fest (2:00), before talking with Illinois legend Stephen Bardo of 'Bardo's Breakdowns' about the Flyin' Illini's Final Four run in 1989, the Big Ten's tournament title drought, the anticipation around UCLA and USC's Big Ten debut, NCAA tournament expansion, and more (18:52). Finally Tate closes the show with some shoutouts (52:00). Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Stephen Bardo Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices