The Man Cave Podcast

The Brewers did it. World Series champions. After a little time to let it all sink in, Dan and Brandon sit down to reflect on a moment Wisconsin baseball fans have waited a lifetime to experience. From watching the Brewers finally reach the top of the mountain to looking back at the journey that got them here, there's plenty to appreciate about this team and what this championship means. We talk a...

It’s time to turn down the lights and get a little spooky in The Man Cave! 👻 In this Halloween edition, Dan Kasper dives into the mysterious world of haunted sports venues, legendary athletes, and paranormal stories from across the sports world. Could Vince Lombardi still be keeping an eye on the Packers? What makes Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel so unsettling for Major League Baseball pla...

It's a huge week for Wisconsin sports! Dan Kasper welcomes ESPN Packers reporter Rob Demovsky and Fox Sports Radio Wisconsin's Hunter Baumgart to The Man Cave Podcast for a pair of conversations you won't want to miss. Rob breaks down the Packers' recent turnaround, Josh Jacobs' potential return, Micah Parsons' recovery, the offensive line questions, and what a big matchup against the Detroit Lion...

This episode of The Man Cave Podcast is a little different! I’m bringing you three conversations from The Dan Kasper Show that showcase the variety of sports content we cover every week. We kick things off with Dr. Crowe from Inside the Training Room to discuss Micah Parsons and his recovery from an ACL injury. Then, Eric Balkman from High Stakes Fantasy Football answers listener questions a...

The Brewers are up 2-0 against the Dodgers, and the excitement is building as Milwaukee moves closer to a potential World Series appearance! Dan Kasper and Brandon Berg break down Milwaukee’s postseason momentum, Jake Bauers’ huge at-bat against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the bullpen’s dominance, and William Contreras’ growing role as the heart and soul of the team. Plus, they dis...

The Brewers are back in the NLCS, so Dan and Brandon start by answering the important question: What would you sacrifice if it guaranteed the Brewers a World Series? Shaved heads? Blonde hair? A Brewers tattoo? The guys make some interesting—and potentially regrettable—promises. Then it's game time. Dan and Brandon go head-to-head in a $20 auction to build the ultimate 1990s NFL quarte...

Youth sports are supposed to be about kids—but somewhere along the way, things have gotten complicated. Dan Kasper sits down with Meagan Frank, author of For the Team: How to Improve the Youth Sports Experience for Everyone , for a wide-ranging conversation about what’s happening in youth sports today. They talk about the growing pressure on young athletes, the battle over playing time...

Dan Kasper and Brandon Berg are back in The Man Cave to debate one of football's most underappreciated positions: the fullback. From Lorenzo Neal and Mike Alstott to Larry Centers, Daryl Johnston, Tom Rathman and Jim Kleinsasser, the guys reveal their personal top five fullbacks of all time and discuss what made these players so valuable to their teams. It's a position that has evolved over the ye...

What if one of the most unusual chapters in Green Bay Packers history ended with a mysterious fire, $75,000 in insurance money and Curly Lambeau leaving the organization? In this episode of The Man Cave Podcast , Dan Kasper launches Man Cave University — Throwing It Back Thursday , a new recurring feature exploring lesser-known stories from sports history. The first stop is Rockwood Lodge ,...

The MLB postseason is here, and Dan Kasper is putting his predictions on the record — including a bold pick for the Milwaukee Brewers to win their first World Series championship! On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan breaks down the entire MLB playoff field, makes his picks for the ALCS and NLCS, and explains why he believes the Brewers can finally finish the job. Then it’s on...

What are the things we couldn't stand when we were younger that we now appreciate as adults? Dan and Brandon put together their own Man Cave draft, picking the things they were told they'd eventually understand, appreciate, or even love — from school and vegetables to beer, coffee, early bedtimes, staying home, and more. But before the draft, the guys tackle a bigger sports question: how muc...

This is a packed episode of The Man Cave Podcast covering everything from Brewers baseball and legendary coaches to college mascots and the sports card hobby. Dan kicks things off with a conversation about Brewers manager Pat Murphy and whether some of his leadership style reminds Dan of Vince Lombardi. They aren't comparing the two coaches' careers or accomplishments, but instead look at how both...

Week One of the NFL season is officially in the books, and Dan Kasper has plenty to say about it. On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan reveals his first NFL Top 10 Power Rankings of the season, including where the Packers' rivals land and why the Baltimore Ravens are sitting at No. 1. He also takes a closer look at Derrick Henry's incredible career and makes the case that the future Hall o...

It’s time to fire up the old PlayStation 2, Xbox and Nintendo 64! Dan and Brandon are back in the Man Cave to build their Mount Rushmore of sports video games from the 2000s (2000–2009) . They debate the games that defined the era, share listener picks, and revisit some of the sports gaming classics they spent countless hours playing. The guys discuss Madden 03 and 04, MVP Baseball 05,...

The Kid Cave is back—and the NFL season is here! In the first episode of the new Kid Cave format, Dan and Hutson kick off football season by making their predictions for the 2026 NFL season. Who will win each division? Which teams will make the playoffs? And who will take home the biggest individual awards? Dan and Hutson also make their Week 1 game picks, including their prediction for Pack...

The NFL season is finally here, and that means it’s time to make some bold predictions in the Man Cave! Dan Kasper is putting his crystal ball to work with his complete 2026 NFL predictions. He’s picking every division winner, laying out his playoff field, predicting the Super Bowl matchup and champion, and making his picks for MVP, Coach of the Year, Offensive and Defensive Players of...

It’s time to get back in the Man Cave! Dan and Brandon are back with another episode, and this time they’re putting their sports knowledge—and their nostalgia—to the test. First up, it’s another round of the Man Cave draft game as the guys build their ultimate five-man teams of NBA centers from the 1990s . Shaquille O’Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, David Robinson, Patri...

The sports card market is always changing, and this week on The Man Cave Podcast , Dan Kasper catches up with Ty from Slab Factory to break down what’s happening across the hobby. Are collectors moving away from prospecting and back toward established legends? Ty explains the rise of the “GOAT market” and why cards featuring names like Michael Jordan, Barry Sanders, Peyton Mannin...

Dan and Hutson are back in the Kid Cave—and this time, they're putting their taste buds to the test! After the popularity of their sunflower seed and Big League Chew flavor bracket, the guys decided it was time for the real thing: a massive sunflower seed taste test! With more than 25 different flavors and brands, Dan and Hudson sample everything from Peanut Butter & Jelly and Chili Lime...

Ty from Slab Factory joins The Man Cave Podcast to talk all things sports cards and collecting. We kick things off with a look back at the first-ever Packs & Pints event at The Brewing Projekt, including why getting kids and families involved in the hobby was such a big focus—and why the event exceeded expectations. Then we dive into the current sports-card market, including Matthew Gold...

The Brewers didn't land Tarik Skubal—but did they do enough at the trade deadline? On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast , Dan Kasper is joined by Brewers insider Hunter Baumgart to break down everything from Milwaukee's deadline moves, including the additions of Dustin May and Antonio Senzatela, and what they mean for the Brewers' playoff push. The conversation also dives into: Why the Br...

One week into Green Bay Packers training camp, there's already plenty to break down. ESPN Packers reporter Rob Demovsky joins The Man Cave Podcast to discuss the biggest storylines from the first week of camp, including which rookies are turning heads, the battle along the offensive line, concerns at tight end and kicker, and how new defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon is putting his stamp on th...

Ty from Slab Factory is back from The National Sports Collectors Convention , and he joins the show to share what it's really like at the biggest card and memorabilia event in the country. We talk about celebrity sightings, museum-worthy collectibles, rare Michael Jordan cards, vintage wax, the booming sports card market, and why every sports fan should consider making the trip at least once. Plus...

The MLB trade deadline is almost here, and the Milwaukee Brewers find themselves in position to make a serious run at a World Series. Dan Kasper is joined by Fox Sports Wisconsin Brewers reporter and Milwaukee Baseball Tonight host Hunter Baumgart to discuss whether the Brewers should go all-in for Tarik Skubal, what it would take to land the ace, and if the organization should be willing to part...

New Eau Claire North boys basketball head coach Mike Cooper joins The Man Cave Podcast to discuss his coaching journey from Division I basketball at UW-Milwaukee to leading the Huskies into a new era. Coach Cooper shares how his experiences at the college level have shaped his coaching philosophy, why Eau Claire North stood out as the perfect opportunity, and his vision for building a tough, blue-...