Wannabe Walk-Ons - A Nebraska Football Fan Podcast

On the front end of this special bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew discuss everything you’d ever want to know about Beertopia’s Ultimate Beerfest in Omaha, Nebraska. Then, the guys return to the mic for the second half of the episode after Drew has spent 4 hours at Ultimate with Nebraska’s highest ABV beers for an in-depth discussion on Husker Football. Some are calling this episo...

On this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’, Ben & Drew sample beer from Gretna’s Heavy Brewing, talk through Nebraska’s pre-Spring attrition, and draft their Super Six of 2023 football recruits! What we drank: Deez Nuts Peanut Butter Stout & Barry Doppel Bock from Heavy Brewing in Gretna, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your b...

On this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’, Ben & Drew share their thoughts on the now-complete coaching staff under Matt Rhule while partaking in Dry-January with a plethora of Non-Alcoholic Beers! What we drank: Guinness Draught Zero, Brooklyn Brewery’s Special Effects NA, Flying Dog’s Deepfake NA IPA, Atmos Brewing Co’s COSMOS NA Peanut Butter Milk Stout Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook...

On this week’s episode, Ben & Drew react to the Iowa game while recounting their personal experience at Kinnick Stadium. The guys also provide their immediate reaction to the coaching hire of Matt Rhule while sampling beer from Code Beer Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska. What we drank: Roger’s ESB & Citra Wheat from Code Beer Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram,...

On this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Five-0-Five Brewing Company in Fremont, Nebraska, react to the Wisconsin game, raise a glass to our neighbors to the east with an Iowa Sportsman-Sip, and preview the Husker’s matchup against the Hawkeyes. What we drank: Tub Thumper Porter from Five-0-Five Brewing Company in Fremont, Nebraska & S’Mores Term Oil Barrel-Aged Stout...

On this week’s episode Ben & Drew sample beer from Lincoln, Nebraska’s Corn Coast Brewing Co. (CornCoastBrewing.com), react to the Michigan game, and preview Nebraska’s matchup against Wisconsin. What we drank: True Classic American Pale Ale & Devil Dog Belgian Ale from Corn Coast Brewing Co. in Lincoln, Ne!  Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter&n...

On this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Bootleg Brewers Sandhills Brewing Co. in Taylor, Nebraska, react to the Minnesota game, raise a glass to TTUN with a Michigan Sportsman-Sip, preview the Big Red’s matchup against the Wolverines, and cap off the day with a bonus Pipeline Jerky review! What we drank: Naked Orange Stinger Fruit Beer from Bootleg Brewers Sandhills Brew...

On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Scriptown Brewing Company in Omaha, Nebraska's Blackstone District, react to Nebraska's loss to Illinois,  and preview Nebraska's matchup against Minnesota. What we drank: Dimitri's Revenge Russian Imperial Stout from Scriptown Brewing Company Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns . Send us your beer recommen...

Congratulations to everyone who got married on October 22, 2022 and thank you for hosting your special day on the BYE Week! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew preview Illinois while sampling beer that Drew made himself with Brewer's Gold Hops harvested from his neighbor's backyard. What we drank: Third Quarter Porter from Drew's Garage in Omaha, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, I...

BYE Weeks are a time of reflection, self-care, and rest so... On this week's episode, Ben & Drew react to the Nebraska/Purdue game while sharing a pair of special beers form Jukes Ale Works in Elkhorn, Nebraska ! What we drank: Double Abyssal Mouth Barrel-Aged Barley Wine & Half Life Barrel-Aged Blended Imperial Stout/Barley Wine from Jukes Ale Works in Elkhorn, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Wal...

#Winning On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Roc Hopper Brewing Company in Syracuse, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's DUB over Rutgers, welcome the return of The Sportsman-Sip with Indiana's 3 Floyd Brewing, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Purdue. What we drank: Honu Turtle Porter from Roc Hopper Brewing Company in Syracuse, Nebraska & Cheer Team Ale DIPA from 3 Floyd Brewing in...

Some Big Mick Energy on this episode! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Saro Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's VICTORY over Indiana, welcome the return of The Sportsman-Sip with New Jersey's (Now Pennsylvania's) Referend Bier Blendery, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Rutgers. What we drank: Dry Citrus Cider from SARO Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska & Credo Berliner...

On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Site-1 Brewing in Omaha, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's loss to Oklahoma, and head into the BYE week with a preview of Nebraska's October 1st opponent, Indiana... But wait, what's this??? Another coaching change?! A well-timed restroom break gives the guys a chance to check their phone and offer their thoughts on Bill Busch taking over as Nebraska's De...

On this week's episode of "Wannabe Walk-Ons" Ben and Drew call an audible. Instead of reacting to Nebraska's Georgia Southern loss, the guys share their thoughts and feelings on the firing of Head Coach Scott Frost. Once their first glass of whiskey is consumed, Ben & Drew turn their attention to sharing their predictions for the Oklahoma game (which they prepared mid-week with far too much co...

As Kevin Malone would say, "It feels good to win one!" On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile White Elm Brewing Company in Lincoln, Nebraska react to Nebraska's win over North Dakota, and preview the Husker's matchup against the Georgia Southern Eagles. What we drank: Skinny Legs IPA & Stone the Crow 2-Year Barrel-Aged Barleywine from White Elm Brewing Company Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons o...

Not the start we wanted but there's still plenty of time to right the ship! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew drink more beer from Scottsbluff, Nebraska's Flyover Brewing Company, react to Nebraska's loss against Northwestern, and preview the Husker's Home Opener against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks. What we drank: 2021 Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blackfoot Barleywine & Robideaux Rendezvous Ed...

Want to be part of the show? Call in with your post-game takes/reactions and leave a message on the ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons Wannabe Talk-Ons Hotline” 402-427-0258 In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew sip on Guinness Draught Stout as they preview Nebraska's 2022 Season Opener against the Northwestern Wildcats in Dublin, Ireland. After predicting the outcome of Nebraska/Northwestern, the g...

In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew preview Nebraska's 2022 matchups against Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. In addition, the guys profile/sample beer from Johnnie Byrd Brewing Company and play a few rounds of "Opponent True or False Trivia". What we drank: Trio Akoya Pale Ale & Abe's Honey Porter brewed by Johnnie Byrd Brewing Company in Wayne, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-On...

In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew previews the Northwestern, Purdue, and Illinois matchups and Ben sees how many times he can use the word "identity" in a sentence. In addition, the guys profile Brewery 719 (seven-nineteen) and play a few rounds of "Opponent True or False Trivia". What we drank: Clover Dew Irish Red Ale & BEAM Scottish Style/Export Ale brewed by Brewery 719 in Allianc...

In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew & Ben sample more from Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska while recording at Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska. In addition to beer, the guys play a few rounds of "True or False", and preview Nebraska's 2022 Big Ten East Crossover Opponents! What we drank: Draft Horse Saison from Big Hair Brewhaus Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instag...

In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew & Ben profile Backswing Brewing Co. in Lincoln & Omaha, Nebraska, play a few rounds of "True or False", and preview Nebraska's 2022 slate of Non-Conference Opponents!  What we drank: Backswing IPA & Citra Kölsch from Backswing Brewing Co. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendat...

2022 SEASON PREMIERE: On our 2022 Season Premiere, Ben and Drew return to Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska to sit down with Brewmaster Reed Trenhaile. The boys sip beer and reflect on an eventful year for Big Hair who celebrated their One-Year Anniversary in June. Grab a beer and enjoy this conversation amongst friends before next week's episode kicks off our 2022 Nebraska Football Season...

On our FINAL BONUS EPISODE of the Off-Season, get to know Divots Brewery 's Brewmaster Jeremy Kirby! Ben & Drew set up shop on the Divots Canning Line for an in-depth interview with the man behind the Donna's Raspberry Pilsner, Cosmic Jive Hazy IPA, Mollie's Irish Red Ale, and so much more.  What We Drank: Divots Brewery's Taproom Lineup - Find Divots' Beer at their taproom in Norfolk, Nebrask...

On another BONUS OFF-SEASON EPISODE of 'Wannabe Walk-Ons', Ben & Drew talk about Spring Football, React to the Husker's Red/White Game, and sample some of Drew's Home-Brew! What We Drank: Happy Chappy - Pub-Inspired Pale Ale, Drink Big Red - Irish Red Ale Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns for the latest show updates. Subscribe to the podcast on your fa...

On this BONUS OFF-SEASON EPISODE of 'Wannabe Walk-Ons', Ben & Drew sample beer from three Nebraska Craft Breweries, react to Nebraska's new(ish) coaching hires, and breakdown the Husker's latest roster additions!  What We Drank: Peanut Butter & Jelly Merlin's Cream Ale - Jukes Ale Works - Elkhorn, NE, Apple Brandy Champerrado Imperial Stout - White Elm Brewing Company - Lincoln, NE, Kros Strain's...