Best Tressel Podcasts (2025)

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Inside the 2026 Class: Who’s In, Who’s Next, and What It Means 54:17

2d ago54:17

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The Bucky Report dives into the early buzz around the 2026 recruiting class! We break down the latest commitments, top targets, and how the class is beginning to take shape. What are the early strengths? Where are the biggest needs? And how does this group stack up against recent classes? It’s never too early to look ahead — the future of the progr…

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The positivity episode, former Wisconsin FB Bradie Ewing joins 1:00:22

6d ago1:00:22

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With it being very easy to be negative after the first two years of the Fickell era, Zach and Jesse go all positive in this episode and look at what happens if everything goes right in year No. 3. They go position by position to discuss best case scenarios for certain players and what's the best record fans can expect. Then former Wisconsin fullbac…

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What If?? Alternate Realities for the 2025 Football Season! 54:25

9d ago54:25

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This week on The Bucky Report, we dive headfirst into the hypothetical! It’s a full-on What If episode, where we explore bold scenarios, alternate outcomes, and butterfly-effect moments that could define (or derail) the 2025 Badgers football season. What if Billy Edwards is elite and has Wilson numbers?? What if the offensive line is a real issue g…

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Will Ohio vote to ban property taxes? 11:36

13d ago11:36

11:36

We discuss a proposed amendment to abolish property taxes, a plan to expand gambling, sexual misconduct allegations against a state lawmaker and why Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Ohio.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep22: That's So Cincinnati with Marty Brennaman 1:02:57

13d ago1:02:57

1:02:57

By That's So Cincinnati

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Players under pressure, Matt Bernstein joins, Aden Reeder commits 1:07:56

14d ago1:07:56

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Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is under the most pressure of anyone this fall, but there are a number of players that have their share of pressure too. Zach and Jesse discuss some of them, including quarterback Billy Edwards and cornerback Ricardo Hallman. Then Zach is joined by former Badgers fullback Matt Bernstein. The guys close the show by talki…

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Best Case & Worse Case Scenarios! We Begin Building the Floor & Ceiling. Who Else Does Gard Need? 59:23

16d ago59:23

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Send us a text Today on The Bucky Report, we’re laying out the extremes. What’s the best-case scenario for Wisconsin Football in 2025? How about the worst? We’re putting the pieces together to define this team’s ceiling and floor heading into the season. Plus, we shift gears to the hardwood to talk Greg Gard — with one spot left, what should he do?…

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Ohio Democratic Party shakeup 10:08

19d ago10:08

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We discuss leadership changes at the Ohio Democratic Party, a bipartisan plan to relieve medical debt, the latest with Larry Householder and why lawmakers want to ban ranked choice voting.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep21: That's So Cincinnati with the Flying Pig Marathon's Doug Olberding 39:49

21d ago39:49

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By That's So Cincinnati

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Fickell's 'identity that fits us,' Overreaction, er No?, NFL draft cleanup 47:21

21d ago47:21

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Luke Fickell spoke with ESPN's Pete Thamel this week and said Wisconsin now has an 'identity that fits' them. Zach and Jesse discuss Fickell's comments before getting into some Overreaction, er No? and finishing with a couple leftover draft questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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2025 Football Season CONFIDENCE RANKINGS! Game by Game, Student Section, Coaching, & More! 1:00:40

23d ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Send us a text On this episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev and Justin are putting their confidence to the test! We're diving deep into the upcoming Wisconsin Badgers football season with a full breakdown of our confidence rankings—from coaching staff performance and quarterback leadership to game-by-game win predictions and Big Ten title hopes. Whe…

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What to know about Issue 2 13:35

26d ago13:35

13:35

We discuss the May 6 election, problems with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission, a bill to revamp state energy policy and the latest with the Cleveland Browns stadium.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep20: That's So Cincinnati with Mayoral Candidate Brian Frank 52:48

28d ago52:48

52:48

By That's So Cincinnati

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Spring superlatives, draft recap, transfer portal adds 58:37

30d ago58:37

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Spring practice is in the books. Zach and Jesse give their big picture takeaways, hand out some spring superlatives, discuss what it means that just two Badgers got drafted and close talking about the latest transfer portal additions. Follow the show on YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Spring Football Awards! NEW Incoming Transfers for Fickell & Gard! 1:06:53

1M ago1:06:53

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Send us a text Spring football has come to an end. Rajeev and Justin are back with special Guest Nick Osen from 247 Sports to break down some of the happenings of the 15 practices. Who was most improved? Who's the MVP thus far? Those and so much more! Luke Fickell signed some much needed reinforcements in offensive lineman Davis Heinzen and Tight e…

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S3 Ep19: That's So Cincinnati with Hamilton County Commisioner Alicia Reece 1:02:33

1M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

By That's So Cincinnati

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Wisconsin Badgers Spring Showcase News & Notes. Depth Issues at Key Positions After Big Losses!! 58:32

1M ago58:32

58:32

Send us a text APOLOGIES FOR THE PROCESSING DELAY FOR THE AUDIO PODCAST The Wisconsin Badgers football team led by head coach Luke Fickell put their talents on display for the public this past weekend. Justin was there, he'll give you all his news and notes, who impressed, and any concerns seen! The program lost some big pieces this week in Kevin H…

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Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel talks new job, higher ed and 2026 14:17

1M ago14:17

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Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel joined Ohio Politics Explained to discuss his new job, higher education and whether he's thinking about a run for governor in 2026.By Ohio Politics Explained

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Spring Showcase recap, Overreaction, er No?, Jesse talks The Athletic departure 1:00:28

1M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Fans got a chance to see the Badgers for the first time this spring. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw in the Spring Showcase, including how the QBs played, concerns at left tackle, a true freshman LB making noise and more. They also play some Overreaction, er No? and Jesse discusses his decision to leave The Athletic. See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Ohio pensions lose money amid Trump tariffs 8:56

1M ago8:56

8:56

We discuss how Trump tariffs are affecting Ohio's pension systems, a new House Bill 6 documentary, a court ruling on Ohio's social media law for teens and why lawmakers don't want coroners to be elected.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep18: That's So Cincinnati with Longfellow's Mike Stankovich 58:19

1M ago58:19

58:19

By That's So Cincinnati

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Kevin Heywood done for the season, Tanner Koziol and Mark Hamper leaving, actual positives from spring ball 46:55

1M ago46:55

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It's been a tough couple days on the news front for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse dive into Kevin Heywood's likely season-ending injury, the departures of two recent transfer portal additions, some positives from the last couple of practices and the commitment of 3-star QB Ryan Hopkins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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HOPKINS COMMITS! Wisconsin Badgers Spring Stock Report: What Positions Are Stronger and Weaker?? 1:03:15

1M ago1:03:15

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Send us a text Spring football is slowly approaching its end, and there are tons of storylines to unpack! Rajeev is back from his European vacation and ready to get back into the Wisconsin Badgers talk! What positions are Justin and Rajeev feeling stronger about as the spring winds down? What are the major areas of concern heading into a long summe…

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Are vouchers hurting Ohio's public schools? 8:16

2M ago8:16

8:16

We dissect Ohio's school voucher program and whether it's working as Republican lawmakers intended.By Ohio Politics Explained

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Mike Tressel speaks, recapping practice, couple injuries 56:51

2M ago56:51

56:51

Wisconsin was on the field twice this week already. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw in practice on Tuesday and Thursday. The guys also get into comments from DC Mike Tressel on what will be different about the defense this year and touch on a couple key injuries that hit on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ohio House pitches in for new Browns stadium 11:10

2M ago11:10

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We discuss the two-year budget that passed the House, a key endorsement for Sen. Jon Husted and a proposal to ban China and Russia from buying property in Ohio.By Ohio Politics Explained

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The Bucky Report - Commits, Spring Practice, and Portaling... 47:17

2M ago47:17

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Send us a text On a very special episode of The Bucky Report with Rajeev in London Justin sits down with Badger 247's Nick Osen to discuss spring practice. Luke Fickell and the Badger staff are cooking on the trail with two big commits. And the boys dive into the transfer portal haul that Greg Gard is putting together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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S3 Ep17: That's So Cincinnati with 700 WLW's Mike McConnell 37:10

2M ago37:10

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Spring practice thoughts, position battles, listener questions 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Wisconsin is nearly halfway through spring practice. Zach and Jesse discuss what they've seen through seven practices, including several interesting position battles on the offensive side of the ball. They also tackle a ton of listener questions, including whether the Badgers make a bowl game, the position group that could take the biggest jump and…

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What Ohio House budget means for schools 8:37

2M ago8:37

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We discuss a budget plan from House lawmakers, how Ohio Democrats are navigating Trump's second term and a new proposal to limit teens' social media use.By Ohio Politics Explained

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Badgers back from spring break, in-state recruiting 49:11

2M ago49:11

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Wisconsin was back from spring break on Tuesday as the team held practice No. 5 of spring. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw, including a notable position change, what's different about the offense, some young guys making plays, the size along the defensive line and more. They also get into 3-star OL Gavin Meier's comments about the Badgers and …

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S3 Ep16: That's So Cincinnati with mayoral candidate Cory Bowman 1:09:35

2M ago1:09:35

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Is Luke Fickell's Staff Good Enough?! Basketball Transfer Portal MAJOR NEEDS! 1:12:32

2M ago1:12:32

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Send us a text We wrap up some basketball season talk by discussing some major needs that Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team has. After the losses of key contributors, who does this team need to land in order to replicate success late this fall when next season begins. Our continued focus on 2025 football moves to coaching! Does Lu…

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Why Ohio lawmakers are going after hemp 11:14

2M ago11:14

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We discuss legislation to regulate hemp in Ohio, Sherrod Brown's next steps, the latest with Ohio's teacher pension system and how a Trump executive order could shape elections.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep15: That's So Cincinnati with former Reds player and Reds Opening Day 2025's Grand Marshall Chris Sabo 41:45

2M ago41:45

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By That's So Cincinnati

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S3 Ep14: That's So Cincinnati with Lieutenant Governor of Ohio Jim Tressel and a special That's So Cincinnati announcement 40:19

2M ago40:19

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By That's So Cincinnati

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Wisconsin Badgers Exit NCAA Tournament; Tonje a LEGEND! Spring Football Storylines! 1:01:59

2M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Send us a text In what can only be described as pure heartbreak, the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team and head coach Greg Gard are out of the NCAA tournament and fail to reach the sweet 16 yet again. What many thought was going to be a failed season turned out to be pretty successful, especially the Badgers' best player, John Tonje. We talk about …

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Can Ohio get rid of its income tax? 8:38

2M ago8:38

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We discuss the latest on the higher ed bill, Sherrod Brown's next steps, whether Ohio could eliminate the state income tax and a lawsuit over Ohio's ban on gender-affirming care for minors.By Ohio Politics Explained

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S3 Ep13: That's So Cincinnati with The Cure Starts Now's Co-Founder Keith Desserich 44:56

2M ago44:56

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By That's So Cincinnati

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Evaluating spring ball so far, new looks on offense, early standouts, listener questions 48:48

2M ago48:48

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The Badgers have been on the field for three practices in spring. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position to discuss their early impressions. They also get into how the offense looks different, some early standouts on both sides of the ball and finish with some listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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