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Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Hosted by former fullback and captain Matt Bernstein and Matt Perkins, Bleav in Badgers covers everything Wisconsin Badgers. From all-time Badgers greats like Jonathan Taylor and Joe Thomas to head coach Luke Fickell to recent stars like Nick Herbig and Chez Mellusi to media legends like Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, Bernie and Perko get the inside scoop and untold stories from everyone around the Badgers.
Episodes
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Family Business with Nick and Nate Herbig
Wisconsin linebacker Nick Herbig and his brother, Steelers offensive lineman Nate Herbig, join Perko and Bernie to talk about their unique bond, how growing up…
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Launching the Luke Fickell Era with Jake Kocorowski
Wisconsin State Journal and Badger Extra reporter Jake Kocorowski returns to join Bernie and Perko to talk about what he saw in person at The Launch this…
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Running Into the Future with Devon Spalding
Badgers running backs coach Devon Spalding joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his methodology in coaching running backs, what excites him about coaching…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Building the Foundation with David Edwards
Former Badgers All-American and Super Bowl Champion David Edwards joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his journey from a high school quarterback to NFL…
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The Fastest Badger in History with L.O. Johnson
Wisconsin Badgers senior sprinter L.O. Johnson joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his journey from Waunakee to New Mexico and back to Madison, how he became…
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Rapid Reaction: 2024 WR Kyan Berry Johnson Commits to Wisconsin
Perko breaks down the tape on the Badgers' latest commit, WR Kyan Berry Johnson out of Bolingbrook, IL, and talks about what he brings to the table as a pass…
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Living the Message with Matt Mitchell
Wisconsin Badgers outside linebackers and special teams coach Matt Mitchell joins Perko and David Pfaff to talk about his life in coaching, being college…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Brian Calhoun Reports from Spring Practice
Former Badgers running back Brian Calhoun returns to chat with Bernie and Perko about what he saw in person at spring practice this past weekend, as well as…
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Thomas Heiberger and Derek Jensen Commit to the Badgers
Perko talks about what the commitment of 2024 edge rusher Thomas Heiberger means to the Badgers and breaks down the tape on him and four-star offensive tackle…
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Pushing the Line with Jack Bicknell Jr.
Wisconsin Badgers offensive line coach Jack Bickenll Jr. joins Bernie, DMo, and Perko to talk about his journey in football, why playing for his father at…
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Let's Get Thrifted with Gabe Lloyd
Former Badgers tight end Gabe Lloyd joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his journey as a walk-on, living in a house with nearly 20 other football players, how…
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Feeding the Badgers with UW Performance Dietician Sophie Pomrehn
Wisconsin Football Performance Dietician Sophie Pomrehn joins Bernie and Perko to talk about how she feeds the entire Badger football team, what goes into…
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Forged in the Crucible with Alec Ingold
Former Badgers and current Dolphins FB Alec Ingold joins Bernie, Perko, and D-Mo to talk about his journey, why the relationships he made in Madison were so…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Say Yes to the Tress with Mike Tressel
Wisconsin Badgers defensive coordinator Mike Tressel sits down with Bernie and Perko to discuss what excites him about taking over the Badgers' defense, what…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Airing it Out with Phil Longo
Badgers offensive coordinator Phil Longo joins Bernie and Perko to discuss why he chose to come to Wisconsin, the philosophies underlying his Air Raid offense…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Doubling Down on the Line with Tyler Beach and David Moorman
Badgers' offensive tackle Tyler Beach joins Perko and guest co-host David Moorman to talk about his career in Madison, the Wisconsin offensive line tradition…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Never Say Die with David Pfaff
Former Badgers defensive end David Pfaff joins Bernie and Perko to talk about the pride he took in playing for the Badgers, how his no-quit attitude helped him…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Branding the Badgers
Wisconsin Badgers Director of Football Brand Communications Brian Lucas joins Bernie and Perko to discuss his 20+ years in Badger athletics, how social media…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Kickstarting a New Era of Badger Football with Rob Booker
Badgers 2024 TE commit Rob Booker from Waunakee, WI, joins Perko to talk about why he chose UW, how the new staff made him feel like a priority, and what he…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Bitten by the Iron Bug with Brady Collins
New Badgers Director of Strength and Conditioning Brady Collins joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his journey to becoming a strength coach, why he believes…
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Vaulting Into Badger History with Taylor Amann
Three-time Big Ten pole vault champion and American Ninja Warrior veteran Taylor Amann joins the show to talk about her experience growing up in Wisconsin…
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The Right Decision On and Off the Field with Jaevery McFadden
Former Badgers linebacker Jaevery McFadden joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his experience coming to Wisconsin from South Florida, the influence that Barry…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Chasing Greatness with 2023 Signee Justin Taylor
Class of 2023 signee Justin Taylor joins Perko to talk about why he decided to become a Badger and stay with his commitment during the coaching transition…
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Portal Madness with Clint Cosgrove
Rivals.com National Analyst and former Badger WR Clint Cosgrove returns to talk about everything going on in the transfer portal, the additions to Luke…
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Talking the Talk and Walking the Walk with Mike Echols
Former Badger and NFL cornerback Mike Echols joins Bernie and Perko to talk about prank-calling Plaxico Burress, the best trash talkers on the Badgers, what…
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New Year, New Coach, and New QBs with Travis Beckum
Badgers All-American and Super Bowl champion Travis Beckum returns to talk with Perko about the addition of Tanner Mordecai, how the staff is attacking the…
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From Paradise to Madtown with Trech Kekahuna
Badgers four-star wide receiver signee Trech Kekahuna joins the show to talk about his journey from Hawai'i to Las Vegas to Madison, why he ended up signing…
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Scouting Mabrey Mettauer and the Air Raid with Matt Simms
Matt Simms from Simms Complete QB and the First Team Podcast joins Bernie and Perko to break down the skillset of Badger commit Mabrey Mettauer, talk about how…
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Badgers Land 2024 Four-Star Quarterback Mabrey Mettauer
Perko discusses the impact of the Badgers landing 2024 four-star quarterback Mabrey Mettauer out of The Woodlands, Texas, what it means for the next recruiting…
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Anthony Davis on Luke Fickell, Badgers Recruiting, and the Future of the Offense
Former Badgers All-American running back Anthony Davis returns to talk with Bernie and Perko about his impressions of the first month of the Luke Fickell era…
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2023 Four-Star OL Signee James Durand
Perko is joined by Badgers' 2023 OL signee James Durand to talk about why he chose UW, what he's looking forward to in Madison, his relationship with coaches…
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Scouting Cole LaCrue and the Badgers 2023 Class with Roderick Rogers
Former Wisconsin All-Big Ten defensive back Roderick Rogers returns to the show to talk about how Luke Fickell has reinvigorated Wisconsin's recruiting, what…
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Nick Evers, Phil Longo, and the Future of the Badgers Offense with Matt Simms
Perko is joined by former Tennessee and NFL QB Matt Simms to break down the tape of new Badgers QB Nick Evers, discuss how Phil Longo's offense will rejuvenate…
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Early Signing Day Primer with Clint Cosgrove
With the Hebrew Hammer on the injured list, Perko calls up friend of the show Clint Cosgrove to come on and talk about his thoughts on the young Luke Fickell…
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Ushering in a New Era with David Moorman
Bernie and Perko are joined by former Badgers OL David Moorman to talk about Luke Fickell, the transfer portal, NIL, his time in Madison, favorite playing…
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A New Path Forward with Travis Beckum
Bernie and Perko welcome back former Badgers All-American and Super Bowl-winning tight end Travis Beckum to get his insights on the hiring of Luke Fickell, why…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Right in the Fick of it
Bernie and Perko react to the shocking news that Luke Fickell has been hired as the next head coach for the Wisconsin Badgers in the wake of losing to…
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You Better Axe Somebody with Brian Calhoun
Bernie and Perko welcome back former Badgers All-American running back Brian Calhoun to talk about the Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe, his historic 2005 battle…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Nebraska and Head Coaching Job Posted
Bernie and Perko recap an ugly Badgers win over Nebraska and talk about the university officially posting the head coaching job, which is a good sign for Jim…
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Bringing the Positivity with Adam Albrecht and Remembering Devin Chandler
After discussing the tragic events in Charlottesville and the passing of former Wisconsin wide receiver Devin Chandler, Bernie and Perko are joined by former…
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Putting In the Work with Chikwe Obasih
Bernie and Perko are joined by former Badgers defensive end Chikwe Obasih to talk about his Badgers' career, his bond with his teammates, his favorite memories…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Maryland
Bernie and Perko discuss the Badgers' dominant win over Maryland in the rain and talk about the future of the Wisconsin program under Jim Leonhard. Follow us…
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Teamwork and Toughness with Garret Dooley
Former Badgers and NFL linebacker Garret Dooley joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his journey in football from growing up in Illinois to his time in Madison…
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Meditation and Mayhem with Chris Borland
Former Badgers All-American and NFL all-rookie selection Chris Borland stops by to talk with Bernie and Perko about his life in and around the game of…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Michigan State
Bernie and Perko are surprisingly upbeat despite the Badgers' double-overtime loss at Michigan State. They dig into the good, the bad, and the ugly from a…
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Walk On Strong with Joel Nellis
Bernie and Perko are joined by former Wisconsin Badgers TE and author of "Walk-On This Way: The Ongoing Legacy of the Wisconsin Football Tradition" Joel Nellis…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Jim Leonhard's Debut
Bernie and Perko discuss the Badgers' dominant win over Northwestern in Jim Leonhard's debut as head coach and what it means for the program going forward…
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The Student Voice with Matt Blaustein
Current Badger student and composer of our show's theme song Matt Blaustein joins Bernie and Perko to talk about Paul Chryst's firing from the student's…
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For Chryst's Sake
On a very special Monday Morning Fullback, Bernie and Perko are joined by Clint Cosgrove of Rivals.com to talk about everything that transpired over the…
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Brothers for Life with Tony Paciotti
Bernie and Perko are joined by Tony Paciotti, former Badger tight end to talk about his football career, making the move from northeast Pennsylvania to…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Ohio State
Bernie and Perko recap the Badgers loss at Ohio State, talk about what needs to change moving forward, dive into what happened on that strange punt in the…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Take a Chance on Yourself with Alex Erickson
Former Badger and current Washington Commanders wide receiver Alex Erickson joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his life coming from small town Wisconsin to…
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Monday Morning Fullback - New Mexico State
Bernie and Perko recap Wisconsin's dominant victory over New Mexico State, why the offense looks so good, Bernie's two weeks in Madison, and the team's mindset…
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The Need for Speed with Michael Bennett
Former Badger running back and NFL Pro Bowler Michael Bennett joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his time in Madison, how playing at Wisconsin shaped his…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Washington State
Bernie and Perko commiserate with each other over the Badgers' disheartening loss to Washington State, discuss what needs to happen going forward, and recap…
- Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast
Forever Forward with AJ Taylor
AJ Taylor, former Badgers WR, joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his career, why tearing his Achilles was a blessing in disguise, and what made his time in…
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Monday Morning Fullback - Illinois State
Bernie and Perko recap the Badgers' week 1 victory over Illinois State, break down what they saw on TV, and hand out some game balls. Follow us on Twitter…
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Joe Thomas and Week 1 Preview
The legendary Joe Thomas joins Bernie and Perko to talk about how he became one of the best linemen to ever play football, why Wisconsin is so important to…
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Roderick Rogers
Former Wisconsin Badgers and Denver Broncos safety Roderick Rogers joins Matt and Matt to talk about his life growing up in Georgia, the culture shock of…
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Matt Schabert
Matt and Matt are joined by yet another Matt - former Badgers QB Matt Schabert - to talk about his career, being Bernie's roommate, and the play that made him…