The Interviews
The Interviews
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Each and every interview from all ESPN Wisconsin shows. If you missed your favorite analyst or athlete, you can find them here!
Craig Karmazin on Packers ‘Crying Poor’ + Giannis Future: Trade or Supermax?
In this must-hear segment from Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Good Karma Brands President Craig Karmazin joins the show to tackle two of the biggest conversations in Wisconsin sports right now: 👉 Are the Green Bay Packers actually falling behind financially? 👉 And is a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade REALLY inevitable? 🧀 PACKERS FINANCES & LAMBEAU NAMING RIGHTS The show dives into the growing debate sparked by Ed Policy and Andrew Brandt: Are the Packers “crying poor” despite massive revenue? Does Green Bay actually lack resources compared to other NFL teams? Why Lambeau Field naming rights might be inevitable How TV deals and league revenue growth are changing the game Craig Karmazin’s key takeaway: 👉 The Packers are financially strong — but must think long-term to stay competitive with the rest of the NFL 🏀 GIANNIS: SUPERMAX OR TRADE? The conversation shifts to the Milwaukee Bucks and the future of Giannis: Ownership says Giannis will either be extended or traded Craig pushes back on the idea that this is a “pivot” Emphasizes that Giannis and the organization have had ongoing communication for years Key insight: 👉 This isn’t sudden drama — it’s part of a long-term relationship and decision cycle 📊 UNDER-THE-RADAR BUCKS STAT One of the biggest takeaways from the segment: When Giannis + Kevin Porter Jr. both play The Bucks rank 3rd in the NBA in net rating 👉 That suggests the current roster may be closer to contention than fans think 🔄 WHAT THE BUCKS CAN ACTUALLY DO Craig outlines real offseason flexibility: 3 tradable first-round picks Potential lottery-level asset Expiring contracts = trade flexibility Emerging young players adding value 👉 Bottom line: The Bucks are not stuck — they have real tools to reshape the roster 🎯 BIG PICTURE TAKEAWAYS Packers finances are strong but forward-looking decisions matter Lambeau naming rights may be unpopular — but could be necessary long-term Giannis situation is not as chaotic as it seems pub
Mar 27
13 min
Evan Cohen on Resetting Badgers Football & Basketball Expectations + Brainstorming WI Sports Teams Mottos! - on Jim, Matt & Molly
Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins Jim & Molly on the Yuengling Guest Hotline to talk about the expectations for Badgers basketball & football going forward! Evan gets into his reset expectations for both Badgers sports -- making it back to January 1st Bowl games & Sweet 16s! They discuss if Luke Fickell can actually bring Wisconsin football back to that standard, were our expectations too high for Greg Gard's squad heading into March again, and are the Badgers closer to a mid-major or a blue blood? They also ask Evan on the spot to help brainstorm the best mottos/slogans for Wisconsin sports teams, including a conversation about why Giannis is playing with fire by trying to force the Bucks to let him play again this season. Before all that, Evan and Jim give Molly a lesson in the greatness of Mekhi Phifer and more 90's references!
Mar 25
32 min
Schefter: NFL CBA Talks Are ‘Dire’ + 18-Game Season Drama Heating Up
How close is the NFL to adding an 18th game… and how messy could it get? On this episode of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the show and delivers a major update on the future of the NFL, including: 🏈 🚨 Schefter’s Headline: 👉 Current NFL labor negotiations are “DIRE” That’s the word being used internally — and it signals potential serious conflict between players and owners as the next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) looms. 🔥 Topics Covered in This Episode: 🧾 NFL CBA & Labor Tension Why negotiations are not in a good place right now What the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) wants Why the league is pushing HARD for more revenue 📅 18-Game Season Debate The growing push for an 18th regular season game A wild proposal: 👉 Players only play 17 games (while teams play 18) Why quarterbacks and specialists could be treated differently What it means for player safety vs league profits 💰 Follow the Money Why the NFL is chasing: More TV revenue International games Expanded schedule = massive financial upside How this impacts teams like the Packers and the league overall 🧠 What Schefter REALLY Thinks Why it’s still early… but tension is real Why the NFLPA is resisting (for leverage) Why an 18-game season feels inevitable 🎧 Why This Episode Matters: This isn’t just offseason talk — this is the future of the NFL: More games More money More risk for players Potential major changes to how the league operates If you’re an NFL fan, Packers fan, or sports fan in Wisconsin, this directly impacts what Sundays will look like in the coming years.
Mar 25
17 min
Evan Cohen with Jason Wilde & Bryan Bulaga
Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike on ESPN Radio joins Jason Wilde and Bryan Bulaga on Wilde and Tausch. After Bryan spent the first portion of the show giving Jesse grief for trash-talking Iowa men's basketball before reaching the Sweet Sixteen, Evan furthers the discussion by asking about expectations at Iowa compared to expectations in Madison.
Mar 24
18 min
Adam Schefter on J.C. Tretter, the NFLPA Power Shift & What’s Next for A.J. Brown
The NFLPA has a new executive director — and Adam Schefter says it could matter more than most fans realize. In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Schefter breaks down why J.C. Tretter’s election as NFLPA executive director is such a significant development, even if it doesn’t dominate headlines the way player movement does. Schefter explains why Tretter’s background, his previous work with the union, and his connection to the Lloyd Howell era made him a fascinating choice — and why the real impact of this decision may not be felt until the next collective bargaining agreement negotiations begin. The conversation covers: Why Tretter changed course after previously saying he didn’t want the job Whether players specifically wanted a former player in the role If Tretter is equipped to handle high-level labor negotiations with NFL owners Why the public may not care yet — but absolutely will when the next CBA fight ramps up What Pablo Torre’s reporting may or may not have changed around public interest in the election Schefter also hits a few major league storylines: What to expect from the upcoming owners meetings Whether any major rule changes or scheduling shifts could be coming Why the A.J. Brown trade market may not be as strong as people think And whether the Dolphins’ offseason roster purge is actually finished It’s a smart, behind-the-scenes NFL conversation about labor power, league politics, roster economics, and the kinds of decisions that shape the sport long before kickoff. 🎧 A revealing conversation with Adam Schefter on the NFLPA, owner power, trade markets, and what’s coming next around the league — on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.
Mar 19
15 min
Don Beebe on The Homer Hour
Former Packers wide receiver, Super Bowl Champion, and Aurora Spartans Head Coach Don Beebe joined The Homer Hour for a wide-ranging conversation. Beebe discussed how paying Division I athletes has trickled down to the Division III level, explaining how NIL and the evolving college football landscape are impacting even smaller programs. He shared whether he has a bigger issue with NIL money itself or the transfer portal, offering candid insight from a head coach’s perspective. Beebe also reflected on his memories of former Packers President & CEO Bob Harlan and the kind of leadership he brought to the organization. Turning to the current Packers, Beebe weighed in on whether Green Bay is “good, but not good enough,” and shared his thoughts on head coach Matt LaFleur. He also revisited the two heart-wrenching losses to the Bears this past season and what those games revealed about the team. From college football’s changing structure to unfinished business in Green Bay, it was a compelling visit with Don Beebe on The Homer Hour.
Mar 13
11 min
Evan Cohen on the Packers Free Agency, Badgers Hoops Superstitions & Defending Bam Adebayo's Historic Performance! - on Jim, Matt & Molly
Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk Packers free agency and a little Badgers hoops in the Big Ten Tournament! First, he hears the show bag on producer Primetime's love life when discussing whether it's better to have loved & lost than to have never experience love (aka greatness) as a sports fan! -- What is the line of demarcation for when Packers fans were the happiest? They also discuss fan superstitions with Primetime's behavior when watching Badgers basketball and whether Heat fan Evan is still wearing the same PJ's as when Bam Adebayo scored his historic 83 points this week! Matt explains why he thinks it was was a "booty" 83-point performance, leading Heat diehard Evan to come to the defense of his guy!!! Evan leaves them with a question about whether the Packers will always just be stuck in the middle...
Mar 12
29 min
Adam Schefter Breaks Down the Max Crosby Trade Chaos + Packers’ Early Offseason Grade
ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to unpack one of the strangest stories in recent NFL history: the Max Crosby trade to Baltimore falling apart after a failed physical, and what that means for the Ravens, the Raiders, and how teams handle blockbuster deals. Schefter also weighs in on the Packers’ early offseason activity — including the addition of Javon Hargrave, the trade of Rashan Gary for a fourth-round pick, and other defensive-focused moves — while reminding everyone it’s still the very beginning of a long NFL offseason. Plus: the latest on Kyler Murray’s expected landing spot, a contract that stunned Schefter during free agency, and why Rasheed Walker’s market may be trending toward a prove-it, one-year deal.
Mar 12
15 min
UWGB Women's Basketball Coach Kayla Karius joins Wilde and Tausch
UW-Green Bay Women's Basketball head coach Kayla Karius (daughter in-law of frequent Wilde and Tausch Trivia contestant Dan in Brothertown) joins Jason Wilde and Gabe Neitzel following the Phoenix winning their second straight Horizon League Tournament Championship to earn an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament.
Mar 12
21 min
Brian Bulaga on Rashan Gary Trade & Why the Packers O-Line Isn’t Fixed
The Packers didn’t just move on from Rashan Gary — they got something for him. In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, former Packers tackle Brian Bulaga reacts to the news that Gary was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 fourth-round pick, and what it means for Green Bay’s cap flexibility moving forward. 030926 Bulaga on JGC Bulaga admits he was surprised the Packers found a trade partner willing to absorb Gary’s contract — calling it a win given that a release seemed likely. 🏈 Sean Ryan’s Deal Raises Eyebrows The bigger conversation shifts to the offensive line. Bulaga was stunned Sean Ryan landed an $11 million per year deal after only nine starts at center. He explains: The center market is thin. Linderbaum-type money ($20M+) was never realistic for Green Bay. The Packers essentially chose cost control over star power. But that doesn’t mean the job is done. 🧱 “Five Is Not Enough” Bulaga makes it clear: Having five starters does not equal having a complete offensive line. The Packers’ group: Banks battled injuries. Elton’s move to center didn’t work. Zach Tom is coming off a major knee surgery. Jordan Morgan is projected at left tackle but unproven. Bulaga stresses the need for real depth and real competition — not just hoping internal improvement fixes everything. 🧠 The Elton Jenkins Move The shift of Elton Jenkins to center was a major domino. When it failed, the line never fully stabilized. Bulaga notes: When you move a Pro Bowl guard and it doesn’t work, the ripple effects are unavoidable. That decision, paired with injuries, contributed to the regression from a Top-10 unit to a bottom-tier group. ⚖️ Rashid Walker & Market Reality The show closes with Rashid Walker’s projected $19–20M market value. Bulaga’s blunt assessment: The Packers cannot afford to pay four offensive linemen premium money. If they pay Ryan, Tom, and Banks — someone has to walk. 🎯 The Bottom Line The Packers improved flexibility by moving Gary. But flexibility doesn’t equal finished. If Jordan Love is taking major hits again in 2026, none of the cap math will matter. 🎧 A former player’s honest assessment of Green Bay’s trench strategy — with Brian Bulaga on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.
Mar 9
16 min
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