Jon Arias

Joncast Podcast: A Wisconsin Sports Podcast

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The radio voice of Wisconsin volleyball and women’s basketball has his own Wisconsin sports podcast. Join Jon Arias as he talks to interesting people throughout the world of Wisconsin sports while talking Packers, Badgers, Brewers, Bucks and more! Each episode you'll learn stories of how they got to where they are today and their thoughts on topics from their respective professions. Join Jon as he talks with former colleagues from the sports world, athletes, authors or whoever else sounds fun to record a podcast with. Follow @JonAriasRadio @JoncastPodcast for more info.

Author

Jon Arias

Category

Sports

Podcast website

www.jonariasradio.com

Latest episode

Jun 22, 2026

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Episodes

E88: Dorsey Levens (Aaron Rodgers/Jordan Love/Green Bay Packers/Oprah/Mindfulness) 13.02.2023

Dorsey Levens is a former NFL running back and Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer. In this episode we discuss the Packers dilemma with quarterback Aaron Rodgers and how many more quality seasons Rodgers has left, Dorsey tells me about the time he had to break up a fight in Philly with Terrell Owens and Donovan McNabb, the time he went on Oprah and had thousands of women sending him letters and pictur...

E87: Andrew Brandt (Aaron Rodgers/Green Bay Packers/Business of Sports Podcast) 06.02.2023

Andrew Brandt is a former agent and VP of the Green Bay Packers. He hosts the " Business of Sports " podcast and also has a weekly newsletter at www. Andrew-Brandt.com.  In this episode we talk about the future of Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay, how does the salary cap play into the decision, will he be traded, is retirement a realistic option and what team could he possibly play for next season...

E86: Connor Essegian (Wisconsin basketball/Kobe Bryant/March Madness/Tristan Jass) 30.01.2023

Connor Essegian is a freshman basketball player for the Wisconsin Badgers. In this episode we talk about Connor's basketball background, the NBA players he idolizes, his dream of playing in the NCAA tournament, what it was like hanging with YouTuber Tristan Jass and the family connection he has MLB legend Robin Yount. Check out Connor's merch here! Eat at Ian's Pizza!

E85: Sophia Minnaert (NSMA Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year/Milwaukee Brewers/Broadcasting) 16.01.2023

Sophia Minnaert is a sports reporter for the Milwaukee Brewers on Bally Sports Wisconsin. In this episode we talk about Sophia winning the NSMA Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year, interacting with Bob Uecker on a daily basis, her internship at ESPN in 2008, the time she almost got hit by an errant baseball while reporting live on the air and how MLB will look different in the future with new rule...

E84: Carter Booth (Volleyball/Game of Thrones/Transfer Portal) 02.01.2023

Carter Booth is a volleyball player for the Wisconsin Badgers. In this episode I talk with Carter about her decision to transfer to Wisconsin, the process of transferring for college athletes, why a childhood game of keeping a balloon off the floor helped her develop some volleyball skills and we talk about Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon. Eat at Ian's Pizza.

E83: Kelly Sheffield and Dennis Punzel (Wisconsin Badgers volleyball) 28.12.2022

Kelly Sheffield is the head coach of the Wisconsin Badger volleyball team. Dennis Punzel covers the team for the Wisconsin State Journal. In this episode Coach Sheffield takes us through a turbulent 2022 season and how the Badgers were able to come to within 2 points of their 4th straight trip to the Final Four. We talk about the transfer portal too and how it's changing the rosters in the game of...

E82: Jimmy Burrow (Founding partner Pro Volleyball Federation) 16.12.2022

Jimmy Burrow is a former football player in college, NFL and CFL. He's been an assistant coach in college football before retiring to watch his son Joe Burrow's final season at LSU. In this episode we talk about the Burrow family investing into the Pro Volleyball Federation, what it was like for Jimmy to watch Joe in 2019 and now in the NFL and at what age Jimmy knew Joe would be a great QB. Eat a...

E81: Dave Whinham & Stephen Evans (Pro Volleyball Federation) 02.12.2022

Dave Whinham & Stephen Evans are the founders of the new Pro Volleyball Federation which is set to debut in 2024. In this episode we talk about what sets the league apart from other pro volleyball ventures in the past, the type of talent fans will see on the court and how an idea 12 years ago has grown to the point is at now.  Eat at Ian's Pizza!

E80: Carlos Arias (World Cup) 22.11.2022

Carlos Arias is my dad and a huge fan of football! Born in Colombia he's been watching ever since he can remember. In this episode we talk about the 2022 World Cup and the amount of money it cost to get it started in Quatar, the top teams my dad thinks will advance and Carlos tells the story about the time he saw Pele outside a restaurant in Colombia in 1969.

E79: Ted Davis (Retirement/Bucks/Packers) 02.11.2022

Ted Davis is the former play by play radio broadcaster for the Milwaukee Bucks. In this episode I talk to Ted about his life after basketball, what he's doing at Schreiner University in Texas, his thoughts on why the Bucks 6-0 start is important and we ask whether or not the Packers season is already done. Eat at Ian's Pizza!

E78: Mike Hall (BTN/Improv/Sports?) 25.10.2022

Mike Hall has worked for the Big Ten Network since 2007. In this episode we talk about his journey from college senior to ESPN and afterwards at BTN, why improv makes him a better broadcaster and his love for the game "Catan." Eat at Ian's Pizza Eat at Me and Julio

E77: Brian Posick (Packers/Badgers/Badger hockey) 17.10.2022

Brian Posick is the radio announcer for Wisconsin men's hockey. In this episode we talk about my long hair, the Packers loss to the Jets and whether or not fans should be panicking and the Badger football loss to Michigan State.  Eat at Me and Julio Eat at Ian's Pizza

E76: Tom Oates (How much did the transfer portal factor into Wisconsin's firing of Paul Chryst/Davante Adams shoves a guy) 12.10.2022

Tom Oates is a retired columnist for the Wisconsin State Journal. In this episode we talk about the decision to fire Paul Chryst in season, how much did the transfer portal factor into the decision, what characteristics will Jim Leonhard teams display, why Brett Favre was so fun to cover and his thoughts on Davante Adams shoving a photographer after a loss.  Eat at Ian's Pizza Eat at Me and J...

E75: Jay Wilson (Sports/Television/Health/Badgers) 03.10.2022

Jay Wilson spent 39 years in the Madison as a TV sports reporter. In this episode we talk about his time on TV, what he misses and doesn't miss, why he decided to retire, what he remembers most about Michael Jordan coming to Wisconsin in the 90's, why the 1994 Rose Bowl is his favorite memory of his career and how a heart attack in June has impacted his life.  A rate and review helps grow thi...

E74: Kelly Sheffield, Sydney Hilley and Dennis Punzel (Cap Times Idea Fest/Volleyball) 28.09.2022

This podcast is available to watch at www.captimesideafest.com  along with several other presentations. In this episode I had a chance to moderate a conversation on the 2021 Wisconsin Volleyball championship season with Badgers head coach Kelly Sheffield, setter Sydney Hilley and beat writer Dennis Punzel. We look back at the 2021 championship season, look back at the moment the Badgers won,...

E73: Mike Wahle (Should the Packers try to pressure Brady?/Packers vs Buccaneers /Brett Favre Mississippi Welfare Scandal) 23.09.2022

Mike Wahle is a former Green Bay Packer and played in the NFL for 11 seasons. In this episode we talk about what it took to make it to the NFL, what Mike's up to now days with his podcasts, his thoughts on who Aaron Rodgers will be throwing to this season, whether the team should try to put some pressure on Tom Brady and the Bucs and his thoughts on the latest involving Brett Favre and the Mississ...

E72: KJ Eichstaedt (IKE Packers Podcast/Who will the Packers #1 pass catcher be this season?) 08.09.2022

KJ Eichstaedt is the co-host of The IKE Packers Podcast. In this episode we talked about who the Packers #1 pass catcher will be this season, what to expect from the Packers defense, and expectations for the 2022 season. KJ also gives us the behind the scenes story of how IKE Sports started as a sports blog to the #1 Packers podcast on the internet.

E71: Jesse Temple (What does the latest injury at QB mean for Graham Mertz and Wisconsin?/The Athletic/Bucky Badger) 30.08.2022

Jesse Temple covers University of Wisconsin athletics for The Athletic. In this episode we talk about the injury to back-up QB Chase Wolf and if it puts more pressure on starter Graham Mertz, expectations for Braelon Allen at RB and which game will set the tone for the 2022 season?  Follow me on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook . Eat at Ian's Pizza Have a margarita and more at Me and Julio

E70: Kevin Schultz (Director of Olympic Strength and Conditioning at the University of Wisconsin) 25.08.2022

Kevin Schultz is there strength and conditioning coach for the Wisconsin Volleyball team. In this episode we talk about how technology is playing a role in making athletes their best, why Kevin became a strength coach and why sleep and mental wellness play a part in conditioning student athletes.

E69: Lance Allan (How big of a deal are training camp issues with the Packers young WR's?/Brewers/Big Ten/Packers TV Network) 18.08.2022

Lance Allan is Today's TMJ4 Main Sports Anchor, and oart of the broadcast team for Packers preseason games on The Packers TV Network. In this episode we talk about what Aaron Rodgers had to say about the Packers young WR's and whether that could be an area of concern this season, just how good will the defense be, can the Brewers make the playoffs and did you see the Dodgers reporter who got injur...

E68: Rachel Harris PhD (What is the plant Aaron Rodgers used? Rachel Harris is the author of Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety) 08.08.2022

Rachel Harris PhD is the author of "Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety. " In this episode we talked about the plant that Packers QB Aaron Rodgers talked about consuming and how it has helped with his football career, what other users report after using it, its safety, and why some veterans are turning to it. Follow me on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook! Ea...

E67: Dave Gasper (Why did the Brewers trade Josh Hader?/Brewers/Reviewing the Brew) 05.08.2022

Dave Gasper is the editor-in-chief of Reviewing the Brew and co-hos of The Cold Brew Podcast . In this episode we talk about the Brewers trade of Josh Hader, what Craig Counsell has to do to not lose the clubhouse and I go conspiracy theory on why Christian Yelich hasn't reached his MVP form for several seasons. Follow me on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook! Eat at Ian's Pizza! Try a margarita at M...

E66: Anna Smrek and Sarah Franklin (from B1G Volleyball Media Days) 03.08.2022

Anna Smrek and Sarah Franklin are teammates on the Wisconsin Badger volleyball team. In this episode from B1G Media Days I talk to Sarah about why she chose Wisconsin and Anna about life after winning the 2021 National Championship as well. Get caught up with Badger volleyball in this special B1G Media Day edition!

E65: Dennis Punzel (author Point Wisconsin: The Road to a National Title for Kelly Sheffield and the Wisconsin Badgers/Volleyball) 26.07.2022

Dennis Punzel is the author of "Point Wisconsin: The Road to a National Title for Kelly Sheffield and the Wisconsin Badgers." In this episode we talked about what it was like writing his 1st book, what he found to be most interesting about the stories he wrote about and how previous years of Wisconsin volleyball all led up to the 2021 national championship win.

E64: Mallory Dixon (Volleyball/Sports/Honeydew) 20.07.2022

Mallory Dixon is a former Wisconsin volleyball player and now the head coach at Madison College. In this episode we talk about why she wanted to get into coaching, what tips she might take with her from her former coach Kelly Sheffield and what it was like watching her former team win it all in 2021. Follow me on Twitter or Instagram ! Eat at Ian's Pizza! Have a margarita at Me and Julio!

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