Best John Badger Podcasts (2024)

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Can the "Spoiler-Makers" Rise? Will Oregon wake up? Do the Badgers stand a chance? Week 3 Picks! 1:22:45

12m ago1:22:45

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Eric Boggs from the OHIO Podcast and Dylan Kuhn from Boiler Express Pod join me in what may be the most chaotically fun episode yet. We pick all week 3 games, including Alabama traveling to Wisconsin, Washington and oregon renewing their old Pac-12 rivalries, UCLA's Big Ten debut against Indiana, and of course, the showdown of Indiana between a ree…

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Meal Prep Hacks for Eating Well This Fall 25:07

1h ago25:07

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Like many of us, Lauren Rudersdorf is busy. Between her day job at Edible Madison magazine, raising a toddler, and writing several food blogs, she doesn’t have as much time to cook as she used to. But she’s here to show you that you CAN do it. She shares her food prep hacks for cooking and eating well at home - and some delicious seasonal recipes f…

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How To Make the Most Out of Your Library Card 18:47

13h ago18:47

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The Madison Public Library has a wealth of resources beyond books. Your little orange card can help you grow a garden or get across town. You can digitize those old family photos or make cheap photocopies. Madison’s Public Library Director Tana Elias lets us in on a few things you probably didn’t know your little card can do. Wanna talk to us about…

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How To Do Game Day Like a Badger 28:40

1d ago28:40

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It’s football season, which means on select Saturdays (and a couple Fridays) during the fall and winter, seas of red-and-white-clad humans flood the streets of Madison to cheer on the Badgers. The parties are bountiful, and each neighborhood does things a little differently. To get the scoop on how and where Madisonians tailgate, executive producer…

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Illinois stuns Kansas, Nebraska dominates, Iowa and Northwestern choke, and Michigan gets thumped in rough week 2 38:36

3d ago38:36

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We go through every team in the Big Ten and their week 2 results, including Power Rankings, Playoff Picks, and some thoughts about the conference as a whole. Make sure to like and subscribe, leave a review or comment, and make sure to drop a line at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bigte…

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How MMoCA Seeks To Rebuild Community Trust Through Art 27:59

3d ago27:59

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The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art wants to give the community a behind-the-scenes look at some of its largest, and rarely exhibited artwork. A new exhibit titled Snapshots invites visitors to see the inner workings of maintaining the museum’s permanent collection every Thursday and Friday in September. The exhibition is an attempt to bring mor…

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John Nolen Lane Closures, Get To Know BRT, and the Great UW Brick Debacle 25:14

6d ago25:14

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The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Executive producer Hayley Sperling is joined by interim newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski to talk traffic changes that are coming to the isthmus soon (AKA get ready for lane closures and big buses!). Plus, incoming newsletter editor Rob Thomas makes his City Cast Madison debut to dish about…

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Texas/Michigan, Colorado/Nebraska headline Week 2 slate! TJ from Common Fan (Nebraska Podcast) joins us for Picks! 1:10:25

7d ago1:10:25

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A very underrated slate of games for week 2, with a couple of classic rivalry games in Iowa/Iowa State and Nebraska/Colorado, a fun battle of the brains with Duke/Northwestern, and of course two of last years playoff teams in Texas/Michigan. TJ from the Common Fan Podcast joins me and we pick all 15 games on the week 2 Big Ten Slate, listen in and …

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What Went Wrong at Robinia Courtyard? 27:28

7d ago27:28

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Robinia Courtyard has been a staple of the East Washington corridor since it opened on the 800 block in 2015. It’s gone through many iterations since joining the scene but most recently consisted of Black Locust Café, Madison Tap, and Jardin. The outdoor space was a hub for community events and one of the few spots in Madison that still served a la…

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Val Novak Warrior: Where the Huskers Go From SMU: - ITCM 68 50:23

1h ago50:23

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Val Novak Warrior, a two-time All-American setter at the University of Nebraska shares her insight after watching the Huskers defeat Kentucky in Louisville and lose to SMU in Dallas. Val and Terry are optimistic the Huskers have the right stuff to go on and have another spectacular season. NOTE; Audio echo issue goes away at 4 min into the episode.…

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What To Expect From the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show 22:21

8d ago22:21

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Get your patterns and needles out because the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show is right around the corner! This Thursday through Saturday, countless fiber artists will celebrate the art of quilting at the Alliant Energy Center and the Madison community will be well represented. To get the scoop on this event and learn more about Madison’s own quilting sc…

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USC Beats LSU! PJ Fleck chokes away game vs UNC. PSU, NW with big wins! Week 1 Recap 48:45

9d ago48:45

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I recap the first week of Big Ten Play, where USC had the win of the week against LSU, Penn State dominated West Virginia on the road, Northwestern has an underrated performance against a good G5 team, and PJ Fleck got outcoached to give the Big Ten (Minnesota) their only loss of the season. Make sure to like and subscribe/follow, leave a review, a…

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Your Insider’s Guide to September in Madison 27:33

9d ago27:33

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If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Madison community. September is a lively month in Madison. It’s the start of UW-Madison’s fall semester. And for this college town, that means that the campus returns to life and Badger football season is here! S…

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"Those bloody Logbooks!!" 25:12

6h ago25:12

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Lets talk about logbooks and how we should be filling them in correctly and we have some news to share about an IRATA update too. Dave and John also share another of there closet calls, Enjoy this episode. In Partnership with Graviteq.By John & Dave

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Labor Day Life Hacks, Better School Busing, and Crowded Ballots 22:11

13d ago22:11

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It’s Friday! With the long weekend upon us, the City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and interim newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski will tell you how to do Labor Day weekend right, including staying safe on the water and navigating street closures. Madison schools reopen next week, and district officials are caut…

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UNC @ MINN, USC vs LSU, PSU @ WVU, Week 1 Picks are here with Special Guest Larry Krayn! 1:02:54

15d ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Larry Krayn from "Knight Watch" joins us for week 1 picks, and while there are certainly some games that will be blowouts, there are some great match ups as well. We discuss in-depth: North Carolina visiting Minnesota, Penn State traveling to West Virginia, USC faces LSU in Las Vegas, and a sneaky match up for Northwestern in the Miami (OH) Redhawk…

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What’s New at the 2024 Taste of Madison 24:48

14d ago24:48

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Taste of Madison is right around the corner. The annual two-day festival brings dozens of food vendors to the Capitol Square Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 and this year, the festival has 90 (!!) vendors and some exciting new additions. (Like manicures, shade tents, and free water to name a few.) To get the scoop on the event and what to expect, host Bianca M…

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When Will This Itchy Hell End? 26:48

15d ago26:48

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It’s no secret Madison has had a wet, hot, and itchy summer. Several early deluges of rainfall have created the perfect environment for mosquitoes to multiply and wreak havoc on ankles everywhere. And as the seasons change, so do the bloodsuckers in our environment. Host Bianca Martin spoke with Lyric Bartholomay, director of the Midwest Center of …

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The Best Free, Cheap, and Expensive Dates in Madison 27:49

16d ago27:49

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In this week’s edition of Must See Madison, the City Cast Madison team gives you suggestions for your next date adventure. Whether it’s with a partner, friend, or just by yourself, host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling have ideas that span across the city and budgets. From rooftop movies and outdoor art shows to pottery and luxu…

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Why Replacing "The Grinch" with D'Anton Lynn Breeds Hope: State of the Trojans! 42:27

18d ago42:27

42:27

Interviewing Branden, aka BlackieChan, from Light the Torch Podcast, one thing became very clear: There is a lot of optimism surrounding the Trojans, especially with the dismissal of Alex Grinch and hire of D'Anton Lynn at Defensive Coordinator. This move alone sets a very different tone in the program, which hopes to surprise the rest of the Big T…

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Why Madison Is Investing in Electric Vehicles 20:55

18d ago20:55

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When Mahanth Joishy became Madison’s Fleet Service Superintendent, the city had zero electric vehicles in its fleet. Now it has nearly a 100 and counting. Joishy is helping Madison reach its goal of running city operations on 100% renewable energy and with net zero carbon emissions, all by 2030. City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin finds out how. W…

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City Council Says ‘Yes’ to Referendum, BRT Is On the Way, and Meet the Wisconsin Water Explorer 26:28

21d ago26:28

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City Council made its decision and now it's up to voters to decide how Madison solves its operating budget problems. A $22 million property tax referendum will go on the November ballot. What happens next? Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling talk about how the city got here and what the future — potentially — holds. Also, mark…

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My official CFP and Heisman Picks! Plus, Big Ten Offensive, Defensive Players of the Year 32:10

22d ago32:10

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This podcast is all about who I think makes the CFP, and how the bracket will play out. Which means I've put myself out there for all of you to make fun of me when all is said and done. I talk about my CFP predictions, Heisman finalists, Outstanding Offensive and Defensive Players of the year, Freshman and coach of the year. Make sure to like and s…

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A Beginner’s Guide To Fermentation 26:55

22d ago26:55

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Is your garden overflowing? As we start the transition from summer to fall you might find yourself wondering what exactly you can do with your garden and farmers’ market hauls. To help answer this seasonal conundrum, host Bianca Martin spoke with certified nutrition coach Crystal Ann Hanson to get tips on canning, fermenting, and freezing so you ca…

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This Midwestern Gem Will Headline Orton Park Festival 27:44

23d ago27:44

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The popular Minneapolis singer, rapper, and poet Dessa will headline this year’s Orton Park Festival this Sunday, Aug. 25. Host Bianca Martin sits down with the musician ahead of her performance to ask about her roots in the Midwest, her past experiences performing in Madison, and her latest projects. Mentioned in the show Who Am I Without My Voice…

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Emily Ehman: Huskers, Badgers and Boilers, Oh My! - ITCM 67 54:36

7d ago54:36

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Big Ten volleyball analyst Emily Ehman joins Terry to discuss the upcoming season. With the new conference alignment, the Big Ten now has six schools that have won a national championship and has the returning National Player of the Year. Nebraska has more talent and depth than ever. Wisconsin returns the best B1G offense, with a new setter in plac…

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Where To Read, Write, and Think in Madison 24:38

24d ago24:38

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Madison is a city full of creatives and bustling with ideas. But sometimes it can be hard to find spaces that truly let words flow and bring ideas to life. To get some input on where to find Madison’s best places for reading, writing, and thinking, host Bianca Martin caught up with Diya Dwahal, a Middleton high schooler and the winner of Madison Pu…

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Can David Braun Repeat His Northwestern Magic in Year 2? State of the Wildcats! 1:24:31

25d ago1:24:31

1:24:31

Jon and Scuzz from the West Lot Pirates Podcast join the pod to talk all things Northwestern, including how David Braun gave the Wildcat program an unprecedented turnaround, what the current expectations in Evanston are in year 2, as well as what the roster and QB situation is like. We also talk about the new stadium and why it fits Northwestern an…

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What To Expect from the YWCA’s 2024 Racial Justice Summit 28:07

25d ago28:07

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From providing affordable housing for women and families in need to helping folks land jobs in tech, the YWCA Madison truly does it all. The organization is hosting its annual nationally-recognized Racial Justice Summit in September and registration closes Aug. 26. To get the inside scoop on what to expect from this three-day community coalition bu…

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Primary Results, Weekend Festivals, and Plant Possibilities 28:34

28d ago28:34

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The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin and Hayley Sperling recap the August primary results and Wisconsin’s killer voter turnout numbers. Plus, this weekend is packed full of festivals including the Ju-Ju Annual Block Party, Eken Park Festival, OutReach Magic Pride Festival, and the Madison Black Restaurant Week …

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2024 Big Ten Record Predictions! Plus, responding to some Michigan NOA comments. 55:23

29d ago55:23

55:23

First off, I take the first nine minutes to address some of the comments that were made about my NOA video. Which is probably 8 minutes too long. Then, we get to what we all have been waiting for... The annual Big Ten Football Talk Record Prediction Show! I give my rationale for ALL 18 Big Ten teams records, and I share who I think will end up in t…

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Urban Farming’s Growth in Madison 23:28

29d ago23:28

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Madison may be a growing urban city, but farming is still a way of life for many locals. You don’t have to go far in this town to find a neighbor tending chickens, planting a produce garden, or even building a greenhouse. To get the scoop on what it takes to successfully grow at home, host Bianca Martin caught up with urban farmer and owner of Voss…

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Celebrating 25 Years of Dane Dances 20:55

30d ago20:55

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Get up, get down, get together. That’s the motto behind Dane Dances, the annual summertime party that happens every Friday in August on the Monona Terrace rooftop. This year’s season is extra special because Dane Dances is celebrating 25 years of music, dance, and community. Host Bianca Martin caught up with the president of the organization Al Coo…

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How Madison Decides What’s Worth Saving 24:02

1M ago24:02

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In this week’s installment of Must See Madison, we take a step back and look at the city’s past while preparing for the future. Madison’s building boom continues. Construction cranes dot the skyline. Huge new apartment buildings are in progress on many of Madison’s largest thoroughfares. But downtown, making way for the new means out with the old, …

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Curt Cignetti Breathes Life into Indiana! State of the Hoosiers! 38:36

1M ago38:36

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New Head Coach Curt Cignetti shocked Big Ten Country when he was introduced by stating "Purdue Sucks, and so does Michigan and Ohio State." But as Sammy from the Hoosier Huddle joins us, he explains why the new head man has breathed a ton of new life into an often overlooked and oft-maligned program. If you want to follow the Hoosier Huddle, you ca…

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Who’s Running for Dane County Executive 27:50

1M ago27:50

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The August primary is nearly here! We’ve covered everything from how to vote on Election Day to the state legislative races and referendums on the ballot. Today, we’re diving into one of the most contested primaries, the race for Dane County Executive. To get the scoop on the four candidates vying for the seat, host Bianca Martin spoke with local g…

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What’s on the City’s Chopping Block, Ride the Drive, and Goodbye Daisy Cafe 27:05

1M ago27:05

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The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week, and it’s another big one. Executive producer Hayley Sperling digs into potential budget cuts that are becoming clearer for the city should it (or voters) decide not to move forward with a property tax referendum. That could mean fewer street repairs, shorter library hours, and the end of …

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What is Penn State's Ceiling in 2024? State of the Nittany Lions! 1:03:23

1M ago1:03:23

1:03:23

Andrew Burd and Vince Fadale join me from the Nittany Blues Podcast, which is part of the College Huddle Community. They do a great job of breaking down the James Franklin Tenure, give us a roster breakdown and share their optimism for Drew Allar and overall offensive production under new coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, and we discuss what their ceili…

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New Lounges, Breakfast Tacos, and A Kitty Cafe Coming To Madison 27:34

1M ago27:34

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Wondering where you might grab your next bite to eat or drink? Why not try one of Madison’s newest bars, restaurants and cafes? Host Bianca Martin sits down with Cap Times food editor Lindsay Christians who’s out with a new piece on our growing, dynamic food scene. Mentioned in the show: El Rancho Mexican Grill Molten Monkey Pizza Northside Lounge …

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Why We Need to Talk about the Imagination Center 29:31

1M ago29:31

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After years of planning and community input, the future of the $18.6 million, 16,000-square-foot “Imagination Center” at Reindahl Park is in limbo. With the city facing a potential multimillion-dollar budget deficit, the project has received little attention — District 17 Ald. Sabrina Madison is trying to change that. Host Bianca Martin spoke with …

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Inside Look: The New World Experience for Collegiate Athletes 40:00

1M ago40:00

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Faith Buck, RDN, is the director of Sports Nutrition at James Madison University, and gets to work with athletes in every sport, including Football. She gives us an inside look on how the world has changed for student-athletes with NIL and the Transfer Portal, but also just the common pressures they must deal with, as they are still dealing with pr…

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Kayaking, Nail Salons, and Impressing a Picky Teen in Madison 26:56

1M ago26:56

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The tables are turned in this week’s installment of Must See Madison. Producer and Madison (not-so) newbie Phil Surkis shares his experiences showing off our fair city to some out of town visitors and how he celebrated a special birthday the Madison way. Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling join the conversation to talk boating…

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Breaking: Draft of NCAA NOA shows significant violations for Michigan 37:30

1M ago37:30

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Dan Murphy and Pete Thamel of ESPN obtained a draft of the NCAA's notice of allegations and dropped a report on Sunday, which you can find here: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/40724577/michigan-football-coach-sherrone-moore-violated-ncaa-rules-noa-draft-says In the article, they state that in the draft that Sherrone Moore deleted …

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7 Days, 100 comics, 12 Venues. Welcome To Madison Comedy Week. 28:14

1M ago28:14

28:14

Madison Comedy Week is in full swing and we’ve got the inside scoop on the shows you can’t miss. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Madison Comedy Week’s executive director and Madison-bred comedian Jake Snell to get the details on what to expect from this week of laughs and play a fun game of Madison-themed Would You Rather. Wanna talk to us about …

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Healing After Violence, Child Care is Expensive, and a Mixed Bag of Bird News 28:36

1M ago28:36

28:36

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin, Hayley Sperling, and Ava Wojnowski recap how a community is trying to heal after multiple deadly shootings at an east side apartment complex, why child care is only getting more expensive, and some good news for cranes but bad news for loons. Mentioned on the show: The shoo…

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What To Expect from the 4th Annual Strip Mall Carnival 29:04

1M ago29:04

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Have you ever eaten four burgers in three minutes? What about lifted more than 600 pounds? Madison personal trainer Mike Onsrud has done both and he has the trophies to prove it. As the reigning burger-eating champ of the annual Strip Mall Carnival at the Muskellounge, host Bianca Martin caught up with Mike to get a look at what folks can expect fr…

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Your Guide To August in Madison 28:44

1M ago28:44

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If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Madison community. August is moving season in Madison, which means boxes, trucks, and Hippie Christmas! This month will also bring some major community events like Ride the Drive, Sessions at McPike Park, Africa …

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The Capitol’s Newest Statue is a Historic First 16:50

1M ago16:50

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In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, protestors in Madison gathered day after day at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Amid calls for more diverse representation at the Capitol, a statue of Hans Christian Heg was torn down and tossed in the lake. And then, an idea was born: Wisconsin should create a statue memorializing civil rights pioneer Vel…

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John Kessel: What You Teach, You Learn - ITCM 66 1:09:41

14d ago1:09:41

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For 35 years, John Kessel was the Director of Sport Development for USA Volleyball, but his impact on the game is not limited to just those accomplishments. His philosophy of coaching has affected just about every high school, club and university coach. Kessel has conducted coaching clinics in all 50 states and more than 80 countries, while also ad…

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Can "Little Brother" Turn Heads in Year 1 of Jonathan Smith? State of the MSU Spartans! 43:12

2M ago43:12

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Nick Homberg of the Spartan Savants Podcast joins me to talk all things Michigan State, including how Jonathan Smith is all ready changing the culture from the disastrous end of the Mel Tucker era, why the new faces are an exhilarating group to watch, and why some of the returning faces, including Senior Linebacker Cal Haladay, give this group a ch…

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