Arizona Daily Star

The Wildcast

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Michael Lev and friends break down the Arizona Wildcats. A product of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com.

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Arizona Daily Star

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tucson.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Wildcast, Episode 496: Previewing Arizona-TCU showdown in Fort Worth, other Big 12 football games 21.11.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-TCU football matchup in Fort Worth and discuss important things to look out for. Plus, a quick preview of the Arizona-Duke basketball game and the Big 12 football slate.

The Wildcast, Episode 495: Recapping Arizona football's season-saving win over Houston, among other topics 19.11.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 27-3 win over Houston, along with the UA basketball's loss to Wisconsin and other topics.

The Wildcast, Episode 494: Is Arizona's game against Houston a must-win for Brent Brennan? 14.11.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the Arizona-Houston football game and the ramifications of the result. Plus, a look at other Big 12 football games happening this week. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star)

The Wildcast, Episode 493: Dissecting Arizona football's issues amid Wildcats' 5-game skid 07.11.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look over the layers of issues within the Arizona football program during the Wildcats' five-game losing streak. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions and predict the Big 12 football slate. 

The Wildcast, Episode 492: Previewing the 'Space Game' battle between Arizona and UCF, other Big 12 games 31.10.2024

Arizona football hits the road to face UCF in Orlando for the "Space Game." Will the Wildcats snap their four-game losing streak or will the Knights end their five-game losing streak? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview the UA-UCF game, among other battles in the Big 12. 

The Wildcast, Episode 491: Arizona drops its fourth straight game after losing to West Virginia 28.10.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona football's 31-26 loss to West Virginia. Did the offense make progress in the fourth quarter or was it fool's gold? Can the Wildcats win three games in the next four attempts? Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. 

The Wildcast, Episode 490: Will Arizona end its losing skid against West Virginia? 24.10.2024

After losing its last three games, can the wounded Arizona Wildcats (3-4) end the drought and beat the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-4) in Tucson? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Saturday's game at Arizona Stadium, along with other games in the Big 12. 

The Wildcast, Episode 489: What happened to Arizona's offense? 21.10.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 34-7 loss to the Colorado Buffaloes and the Wildcats' issues on offense. And injuries. So. Many. Injuries. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. (Subscribe to The Wildcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify)

The Wildcast, Episode 488: Will Arizona overcome injuries, offensive woes to beat Colorado? 17.10.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down and preview the Arizona-Colorado matchup for homecoming. Plus, a look at a fully-loaded Big 12 football slate. 

The Wildcast, Episode 487: Are the Arizona Wildcats in trouble after losing to BYU? 14.10.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev dissect the current state of Arizona football following the Wildcats' blowout loss to BYU. Plus, answering some of your mailbag questions.

The Wildcast, Episode 486: Previewing Arizona's battle with No. 14 BYU in Provo 09.10.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Arizona's matchup with 14th-ranked BYU in Provo. Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate this week. 

The Wildcast, Episode 485: Previewing Arizona's Big 12 home opener vs. Texas Tech 03.10.2024

Following the Arizona Wildcats' win over Utah, the UA hosts the Texas Tech Red Raiders for the Big 12 home opener in Tucson. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-Texas Tech football game, along with other conference games with Big 12 Bonanza. 

The Wildcast, Episode 484: Arizona Wildcats find their mojo in win at Utah 30.09.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev analyze the important moments in Arizona's win over No. 10 Utah in Salt Lake City, and answer your mailbag questions. (Video by Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star) 

The Wildcast, Episode 483: What is the path to victory for the Arizona Wildcats against Utah? 25.09.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview notable storylines and stats heading into the Arizona Wildcats' Big 12 opener against the 10th-ranked Utah Utes. Can Arizona win or are the Wildcats bound for their second straight loss? Plus, a look at the Big 12 football slate with Big 12 Bonanza! 

The Wildcast, Episode 482: Can Arizona turn around its season after Kansas State loss? 19.09.2024

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on the Arizona Wildcats' first three games and discuss why the UA has struggled. It it personnel? Coaching? Both? Plus, the guys answer some of your mailbag questions and predict the Big 12 football slate this weekend. 

The Wildcast, Episode 481: Previewing Arizona-Kansas State showdown in Manhattan, other notable Big 12 games 12.09.2024

Will the No.-20 ranked Arizona Wildcats finally put together a complete game and takedown the other Wildcats in the Big 12, No. 14 Kansas State? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-Kansas State showdown in Manhattan and answer some of your mailbag questions. Plus, predicting the most interesting games that feature Big 12 teams with Round 3 of Big 12 Bonanza. 

The Wildcast, Episode 480: Previewing No. 20 Arizona vs. Northern Arizona, notable Big 12 games in Week 2 06.09.2024

Arizona football beat writer Justin Spears, senior writer/columnist Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera return for Week 2 to preview the Wildcats' upcoming matchup with in-state rival Northern Arizona in Tucson. Plus, a look at some other interesting games that feature Big 12 teams — BIG 12 BONANZA! 

The Wildcast, Episode 479: On T-Mac's record day, defensive adjustments and other Arizona-New Mexico takeaways 03.09.2024

Arizona kicked off the Brent Brennan era with a 61-39 win over New Mexico thanks to wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan's record-setting performance. What made T-Mac's night so special? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss McMillan's outing and what Arizona's defense showed on Saturday. Plus, the guys answer your Twitter (X) mailbag questions.  

The Wildcast, Episode 478: Previewing Arizona's season opener vs. New Mexico, Week 1 slate in Big 12 30.08.2024

The Arizona football season is finally here! As the No. 21-ranked Arizona Wildcats prepare to host New Mexico on Saturday for the season opener, the Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera discuss the offseason build-up, how the Wildcats will potentially look against the Lobos and what to expect for Week 1 of the college football schedule. 

The Wildcast, Episode 477: Arizona football training camp updates, answering mailbag questions 15.08.2024

Star UA football beat reporter Justin Spears and senior writer/columnist Michael Lev break down notable stories and observations from Arizona Wildcats football training camp with the season about two weeks away. Is Arizona's No. 21 ranking in the Associated Press Top 25 fair? Plus, the guys answer your Twitter mailbag questions and discuss position battles and rising players for the UA. 

The Wildcast, Episode 476: Orlando Sentinel's Matt Murschel introduces us to UCF — aka 'SpaceU' ('Big 12 Blitz' series) 02.08.2024

Our month-long " Big 12 Blitz " series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company , we chat with Orlando Sentinel college sports reporter Matt Murschel , specifically covering UCF . Murschel introduces us to " SpaceU ," and Orlando's hometown Knights .

The Wildcast, Episode 475: A look at rivals Utah and BYU, and how Arizona squares up in football, all sports ('Big 12 Blitz' series) 31.07.2024

Our month-long " Big 12 Blitz " series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company , Michael Lev, Justin Spears and Brett Fera of the Arizona Daily Star discuss rivals BYU and Utah , and how Arizona squares up to both in football and beyond with the Wildcats and Utes joining th...

The Wildcast, Episode 475: Arizona football training camp preview, breaking down notable position battles 29.07.2024

Arizona football season is here! With training camp starting up this week, UA football beat writer Justin Spears and Star senior writer/columnist Michael Lev break down everything you need to know about Arizona football, along with previewing intriguing position battles and gaps the Cats need to fill. 

The Wildcast, Episode 474: Tim Fitzgerald, publisher of GoPowercat, talks all-things Kansas State ('Big 12 Blitz' series) 29.07.2024

Our month-long " Big 12 Blitz " series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company , we chat with  Tim Fitzgerald , publisher of GoPowercat.com and longtime reporter covering  Kansas State, about those other Wildcats,   Manhattan, Kansas,  and more.

The Wildcast, Episode 473: Wyatt Thompson, voice of Kansas State, talks all-things (other) Wildcats ('Big 12 Blitz' series) 29.07.2024

Our month-long " Big 12 Blitz " series introduces the cities, schools, fan bases and stadiums ready to welcome the Arizona Wildcats in 2024-25. Thanks to series presenting partner Tucson Appliance Company , we chat with  Wyatt Thompson , the longtime play-by-play voice of the  Kansas State  about all-things (other) Wildcats,   Manhattan, Kansas,  and more.

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