Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast

Bernie and Perko discuss the implications of Shawn Eichorst being named UW's new Athletic Director. Bernie also reports back on the progress of the renovations at Camp Randall, and the guy talk a little World Cup. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why...

Badgers Director of Football Strength and Conditioning Brady Collins returns to the podcast to chat with Bernie and Perko about the growth of the team this offseason, how the mindset has changed heading into Coach Fickell's 4th year in Madison, what he expects from the team this fall, and more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badg...

Before sharing some big news for our favorite fullback, we get inside the head of the 2003 version of the Hebrew Hammer. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins,  on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-Room-Not-Sale-Alw...

Former Badgers TE Jacob Pedersen joins Bernie and Perko to discuss how he made it from a small town in the Upper Peninsula to Madison, setting the all-time touchdown record for tight ends for UW, why he nearly quit the team his freshman year, playing with Russell Wilson, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserve...

Bernie reports what he's hearing on the ground in Madison about the latest buzz from the football program, the AD search, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins,  on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-R...

Bernie and Perko debate their boldest predictions for the Badgers ahead of the 2026 season. Can they win 9 games? Will there be a 1,000 yard rusher or receiver? How many touchdowns will Colton Joseph account for? Drop your boldest prediction in the comments. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White...

Badger Observer's Jake Kocorowski returns once again to talk about everything he saw from the Badgers' 15 spring practices, including Colton Joseph's progression as QB1, the running back room rotation, changes on the offensive line, impact transfers all over the field, and more. Make sure to subscribe to Jake's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White'...

Former Badgers fullback and new Director of Alumni Relations Bradie Ewing returns to the show to talk with Bernie and Perko about his new role in the program, what he's doing to reconnect former players with the current team, how he's helping current student-athletes find their niche outside of football, the vibe in the building this spring, and more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Koco...

Bernie and Perko react to the news of Chris McIntosh vacating the Athletic Director position in Madison, debate who should be his replacement, figure out what's next for Luke Fickell and the football program, and pay tribute to the late Henry Mason. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book,...

The co-host of ESPN's Unsportsmanlike Evan Cohen joins Bernie and Perko to talk about how Wisconsin shaped his career, the voices he's learned from in the media, his thoughts on the current state of the Badgers, how to fix NIL, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Loc...

Badger247.com writer Jon McNamara returns to chat with Bernie and Perko about everything happening in spring ball, including Colton Joseph's progress as QB1, the shape of the offensive line, who's stepping up on defense, how the new coaches have taken to the program, how players are handling big NIL deals, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger...

Super Bowl champion and Badgers legend Rob Havenstein returns to the show to talk with Bernie and Perko about his decision to retire from the NFL, his thoughts on the state of college football, what's next for him, advice he has for young offensive linemen, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coa...

New Wisconsin wide receivers coach Ari Confesor joins Bernie and Perko to discuss his path to Madison, his philosophies around teaching the position, how he has gotten on the same page with Coach Fickell and the rest of the staff, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The...

Bernie and Perko discuss the commitment of in-state edge defender Isaac Miller and the importance of the 2027 in-state class, talk about the combine and Badger Pro Day, and get excited for spring practice. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Hum...

Bernie and Perko take mailbag questions like, What are the top five beers? What's the ideal evening in Madison? What was Bernie's favorite (and least favorite) workout? And much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins, ...

Running backs coach and author Brian White returns to the show to talk about his new book, "The Locker Room is Not For Sale", discuss the life lessons that he teaches through coaching, share his thoughts on building a culture in the age of NIL and the transfer portal, and much more. Get Coach White's Book,  The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins,  on Amazon now!...

Ian Gurfield - founder of Ian's Pizza - joins Bernie and Perko to share stories from 25 years of being a campus staple. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers . And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nic...

Wisconsin Badgers cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his path from growing up in St. Louis to Madison, how he works to establish impactful relationships with his players, what he's looking forward to for Wisconsin this season, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Fo...

Bernie and Perko talk through every game on Wisconsin's 2026 schedule, figure out how they can get to 8+ wins, and talk about their favorite bets for the Super Bowl. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers . And make sure to check out Perko's weekly s...

New Wisconsin Badgers offensive line coach Eric Mateos joins Bernie and Perko to talk about what drew him to Madison, his relationship with Jeff Grimes, juggling the transfer portal and getting to know the current roster, what he looks for in lineman, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on...

As the Badgers continue to add to their portal haul, Bernie and Perko break down the key pieces left to add for Luke Fickell and the coaching staff, discuss how many wins they need in order to keep their jobs next season, and preview the CFB national title game between Indiana and Miami. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobser...

Bernie and Perko discuss all of the latest additions to the Badgers' roster and figure out what they need to do on the field in order to make Wisconsin's 2026 season a success. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers . And make sure to check out Perko...

Badger247.com writer Nick Osen returns to discuss all of the new faces hitting Madison from the transfer portal, including quarterback Colton Joseph, running back Abu Sama, and many more, as well as preview the final four of the CFP. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Ins...

Clint Cosgrove returns to chat with Bernie and Perko about player movement in the transfer portal, new cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples, and how to sell prospects on UW moving forward. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers . And make sure to check...

Bernie and Perko share their Chanukah and Christmas wishlists for Wisconsin and preview the first round of the CFP. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers . And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Os...