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BadgerExtraBadgerExtra/HuskerExtra collab: Previewing Wisconsin-Nebraska men's basketball matchupBadgerExtra reporter Michael McCleary is joined by HuskerExtra reporter Wilscon Moore to preview Wisconsin men's basketball at still-undefeated Nebraska, fresh off rivalry wins for each team. Assessing the seasons so far for the Badgers and Cornhuskers men's basketball teams ahead of the key matchup on Wednesday in Lincoln, Nebraska.
2025-12-1034 min
BadgerExtraRecapping training camp and BadgerExtra's season preview seriesBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the big themes they took away from training camp, Colten’s profile on QB Tyler Van Dyke and more.
2024-08-2034 min
Open JimEpisode 55 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Sitting down with hockey's Kirsten Simms & a football mailbagJim's Gem is an interview with Badgers sophomore hockey player, Kirsten Simms. Then Jim Polzin has suggestions for what to watch out for on BadgerExtra (7:40) before answering questions from the mailbag. Both are football related, one on the impact the team's record will have on recruiting (8:26) and the other, who will become the core of Wisconsin's running game in the future (11:08). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-2903 min
Open JimEpisode 54 Open Jim Snippet: Getting to know Badger volleyball player MJ Hammill & football and men's hoops mailbag questionsJim Polzin goes one-on-one with Badgers setter MJ Hammill to find out the significance of wearing number 6 and her future plans, before previewing what to watch for on BadgerExtra (10:45) and answering mailbag questions starting with a question about if the football team would be better with Chryst or Leonhard at the helm (11:22) and whether fans can expect to see Connor Essegian next season (14:29). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-2203 min
Open JimEpisode 53 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: One on one with men's hockey coach Mike Hastings & a football mailbagJim Polzin returns with a new episode of Open Jim. Men's hockey coach Mike Hastings joins the podcast for Jim's Gem, discussing the team's current ranking and more (00:55). Then Jim previews the what to watch for on BadgerExtra (12:08) before answering fan questions about what the Badgers football team can do to finish on a positive note (12:57) and then a two-parter about what Luke Fickell is doing this week to make a change and what he should do during the offseason to improve (16:09). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener...
2023-11-1503 min
Open JimEpisode 52 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Previewing the UW men's hoops team plus a football mailbagJim Polzin starts off the latest episode with a detailed breakdown of the Wisconsin men's basketball team in Jim's Gem including a discussion about the season's schedule, before letting listeners know what to watch for on BadgerExtra this week. Then, Polzin answers two mailbag questions about the football team, the first about Braedyn Locke and the second about the Badgers' chances to win-out the rest of the schedule. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-11-0102 min
Open JimEpisode 51 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Wisconsin hockey updatesJim Polzin's Open Jim spotlight is on the Badgers men's and women's hockey programs with BadgerExtra writer Todd Milewski (00:37) and previews what to watch for on BadgerExtra (12:06) before diving into the mailbag. @Jeff_Ostach asks about the Badgers being able to upset Ohio State Saturday (12:59), then answers @MikeFromWisky's question about the UW volleyball team and how many fans would pack the stadium to see them play in Camp Randall (15:57). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-10-2503 min
Open JimEpisode 50 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Getting to know Will PaulingJim Polzin starts off with Jim's Gem and an interview with Wisconsin WR Will Pauling before previewing what to watch for on BadgerExtra and diving in to the mailbag with questions about whether the Badgers football players are on-board with the new coaching staff (8:30,which positions still need time to get used to the new scheme and why UW struggle on 3rd and short. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-10-1803 min
Open JimEpisode 49 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Expectations for the Wisconsin Badger football teamJim Polzin leads off the latest episode of the podcast catching up with BadgerExtra football beat reporter Colten Bartholomew about what he expects to see from the Wisconsin Badgers on the football field the next few weeks. Then, Jim previews what to watch for on BadgerExtra (13:48) before answering two mailbag questions about Bryson Green and the UW receivers (14:12) and whether Polzin has changed his mind about how the football team finishes out the season (16:46). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-10-0403 min
Open JimEpisode 48 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Meet Wisconsin volleyball's Izzy AshburnJim Polzin opens the podcast chatting with UW setter Izzy Ashburn about everything from her leadership skills, to why she chose Wisconsin and how may of her serves she thinks Jim could get a piece of. Then, Jim previews what's coming up on BadgerExtra before answering mailbag questions about Cade Yacamelli (12:30) and whether Maema Njongmeta will enter the transfer portal (15:28). For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-2703 min
Open JimEpisode 47 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Jake Chaney, UW inside linebacker and Billy Idol fanIn the latest Open Jim, Jim Polzin catches up with Badgers inside linebacker Jake Chaney to ask everything from being recruited in high school, to his Billy Idol fandom and, of course, the 2023 football season. Then, Jim previews what to watch for on BadgerExtra, before answering fan questions about what to expect when conference play begins and predicting Leonhard and Chryst will do after this season. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-2003 min
BadgerExtraBig Ten Week 1 picks featuring Jim PolzinBadgerExtra reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin gives their picks for the Week 1 slate in the Big Ten, including the Badgers’ matchup against Buffalo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-09-0228 min
Open JimEpisode 44 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: A chat with UW DB Rodas Johnson plus fan questionsJim Polzin starts the show interviewing UW defensive back Rodas Johnson, before answering fan questions about football playing time and men's basketball. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-3003 min
Open JimEpisode 43 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Season predictions, NIL money and moreJim Polzin opens the podcast with season predictions for the UW football team in Jim's Gem before answering fan questions about NIL earners, offensive changes and the men's basketball starters. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.
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2023-08-2303 min
BadgerExtraAnswering fan questions as football training camp concludesBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski answer fan questions about the Badgers’ offensive line, a transfer receiver, Big Ten road trips and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-1837 min
Open JimEpisode 42 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: 3 takeaways from football's summer practicesJim Polzin returns to the podcast and kicks off with Jim's Gem-- Jim's three takeaways from football camp and answers fan questions about the football and women's basketball programs. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-1603 min
BadgerExtraStandouts and concerns from Badgers training campBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski give their impressions of training camp so far, some standout performers, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-1130 min
BadgerExtraPreviewing the rest of the Big Ten Conference as preseason camp beginsBadgerExtra reporter previews some strengths and question marks for Big Ten Conference teams not on the University of Wisconsin's 2023 schedule, with the help of some great reporters.
Big thanks to the following for their time in the past couple of weeks:
Clayton Sayfie, The Wolverine (On3)
Johnny McGonigal, PennLive
Ahmed Ghafir, Inside the Black & Gold
Ryan O'Bleness, Spartans Illustrated
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2023-08-0424 min
Open JimEpisode 41 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Which teams would be the best fit for Big Ten expansion?Jim Polzin dives in to the conference realignment discussion and shares which programs he thinks would fit in best in the Big Ten. Then, Jim answer questions about which men's hoopers have the best shot of earning more playing time and whether he thinks Braelon Allen will enter the NFL draft after the football season ends. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-08-0203 min
BadgerExtraPreviewing Big Ten teams on Wisconsin football's 2023 scheduleBadgerExtra reporter Jake Kocorowski caught up with nine reporters, who cover Big Ten programs scheduled to face the University of Wisconsin this season, to preview those teams' respective strengths and questions heading into August camp.
Big thanks to the following reporters who made time in the last week to chat, which includes:
Tom Dienhart, Gold and Black (On3)
Patrick Lanni, NJ.com and the Star Ledger
Eliot Clough, Go Iowa Awesome (Rivals)
Scott Richey, The News-Gazette
Joey Kaufman, The Columbus Dispatch
Alec Busse, The Hoosier (Rivals)
Louie Vaccher, WildcatReport (Rivals)
Evan Bland, Omaha World-Herald
Andy Greder, S...
2023-08-0142 min
BadgerExtraRecapping Big Ten media days and 2024 recruit Jay Harper joins the showBadgerExtra’s Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski recap Big Ten football media days, then 2024 Badgers recruit Jay Harper joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-2826 min
Open JimEpisode 40 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Jim's confidence meter at each positionJim Polzin kicks off the podcast giving his confidence meter at each position on the football team in Jim's Gem as the Badgers get ready for camp. Then he answers questions about the Badger making the college football playoffs and men's hoops recruiting. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-2603 min
BadgerExtra4-star OLB Anelu Lafaele discusses Wisconsin football commitmentBadgerExtra reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski chat with one of the four-star recruits who recently gave a verbal commitment to the University of Wisconsin for its 2024 class, projected outside linebacker Anelu Lafaele.
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2023-07-2121 min
Open JimEpisode 39 Open Jim Snippet: Polzin's top UW football players at each jersey numberJim Polzin is back with a new episode of the Open Jim Podcast! Jim's Gem is all about the toughest six choices he had to make when choosing the top UW football players at each jersey number before diving into the mailbag to answer questions about the football team and men's hoops squad. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-1903 min
BadgerExtraFallout from Northwestern and the Badgers' B1G Media Day lineupBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin discuss what happened at Northwestern, the thought of Paul Chryst or Jim Leonhard coaching the Wildcats, and Big Ten Media Days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-1430 min
Open JimEpisode 38 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: NIL's impact on the men's basketball programJim Polzin opens up with comments on how NIL impacts the Wisconsin men's basketball program before answering questions about wither he think Knueppel ends up at UW and concerns about Mike Tressel's 3-3-5 stopping Michigan and Ohio State. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-2803 min
BadgerExtra2024 OL Colin Cubberly on commitment to Wisconsin football; 3 thoughts on Badgers recruitingBadgerExtra football reporter Jake Kocorowski talks with University of Wisconsin offensive line commit Colin Cubberly, then discusses a trio of topics about the football program's 2024 recruiting class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-2347 min
Open JimEpisode 37 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Deep dive into the Wisconsin football schedulesJim Polzin does a deep dive into the future Wisconsin and Big Ten football schedules as the conference expands before answering fan questions about the importance of star ratings in football and basketball recruiting. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-2103 min
BadgerExtraA speed bump on NIL highway, and Badgers ILB on their position's traditionBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew gives some thoughts on the speed bumps in the NIL world before some Badgers inside linebackers give their thoughts on upholding Wisconsin’s tradition at ILB.
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2023-06-1618 min
BadgerExtraBadgers WR Chimere Dike on his youth camp and Big Ten scheduling newsBadgerExtra reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski break down the Big Ten’s new scheduling model before Colten chats with Badgers senior WR Chimere Dike about his youth camp and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0925 min
Open JimEpisode 36 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Men's hoops and football recruiting, plus women's hoops rebuildingJim Polzin starts off with an analysis of PG Daniel Freitag's commitment to Wisconsin before answering fan questions about in-state football talent leaving for out-of-state colleges and what's happening with the women's basketball program. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0703 min
BadgerExtraBadgers football taking training camp on the road, and a big weekend of official visitsBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the Badgers practicing at Platteville for a week and the busy weekend of official visits for Wisconsin football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0230 min
Open JimEpisode 35 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Are we headed for two super conferences?Jim Polzin opines on how the Big Ten expansion is going to impact the college sports landscape before answering fan questions about men's hockey and what the future holds for Graham Mertz and how his future performance will reflect on UW and Paul Chryst. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-2403 min
BadgerExtraThoughts on Badgers football and basketball recruitingBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew explains why it’s not time to worry about Badgers football recruiting before talking about men’s basketball news with beat reporter Michael McCleary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1922 min
Open JimEpisode 34 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Big Ten expansion and the UW football scheduleJim Polzin opens the latest episode of the Open Jim Podcast with some of the possible outcomes of the Big Ten's expansion to 16 teams on football schedules. Then, he answers fan questions about Coach Fickell's recruiting and how Phil Longo will handle the pace of games. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1703 min
Open JimEpisode 33 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: How CFP expansion impacts the UW football programJim Polzin weighs in on the Badgers' request to put in a heated field under Camp Randall's football field in Jim's Gem before answering fan questions about the men's basketball program. For the full episode, subscribe at For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1003 min
BadgerExtraNFL draft analyst Ben Fennell breaks down 3 Badgers' landing spotsBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski speak with Ben Fennell — a draft analyst for the NFL Network, and producer with the Philadelphia Eagles and CBS Sports — about former Badgers’ fits with their new NFL teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-0526 min
BadgerExtraWhat to make of the transfer departures from the Badgers' CB roomBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski break down the exodus in the Badgers cornerback room, and what may be coming to replace some of those departures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2831 min
BadgerExtraMike Hastings' fit with Badgers hockey and players to watch at "The Launch"BadgerExtra reporter Todd Milewski explains what makes Mike Hastings a good fit for the Wisconsin men’s hockey team, then Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski give their players to watch at the Badgers football team’s open practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2135 min
Open JimEpisode 31 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: The running back situation; scholarship spots in men's hoopsIn this week's episode, Jim Polzin talks about the unique positions the Badger's running backs might be in this season in Jim's Gem, before answering fan questions. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2002 min
BadgerExtraThe biggest surprises from Badgers spring practicesBadgerExtra reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the biggest surprises through nine Badgers spring football practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-1431 min
Open JimEpisode 30 Open Jim Podcast: Depth on the football field; the latest in UW hoopsAfter a quick break, Jim Polzin returns, putting the spotlight on the Badgers' receivers in Jim's Gem before diving in to the mailbag where he answers questions from fans about Wisconsin football and men's and women's hoops. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.
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2023-04-1203 min
BadgerExtraTanner Mordecai heating up and other spring practice thoughtsBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski break down quarterback Tanner Mordecai’s play at Badgers’ spring practices, and how varied the Badgers defense has been thus far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-0727 min
Open JimEpisode 29 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Putting a bow on the men's hoops seasonIn this week's episode, Jim Polzin puts a bow on the men's basketball season in Jim's Gem, before answering fan questions about men's basketball and football spring practices. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-3103 min
BadgerExtraWrapping up basketball season and the early spring practice surprisesBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew, Michael McCleary and Jake Kocorowski discuss the end of the Badgers’ men’s basketball season and what’s stood out this week at spring football practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-3137 min
Open JimEpisode 28 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: MNIT travel and 'fun' questions with men's hoopsFresh off his trip to Oregon for the MNIT, Jim Polzin talks about the Badgers' win over the top seed Oregon Ducks in Jim's Gem. Then he answers fan questions about men's hoops. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2403 min
BadgerExtraThe BadgerExtra spring football storylines draftBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski draft the top storylines heading into the football team’s spring practices and give a quick recap of the Badgers’ pro day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2434 min
BadgerExtraEp. 33: The Badgers' NIT run and introducing Michael McClearyBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Michael McCleary discuss the Badgers’ NIT run and talk about Michael’s move to join the BadgerExtra team.
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2023-03-1721 min
Open JimEpisode 27 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: The future of the men's hockey programJim's Gem this week is all about the men's hockey program and the waiting game regarding replacing Tony Granato. Then, Jim answers fan questions about whether Greg Gard will adapt to the "new player procurement practices" in the NCAA and football recruits to keep an eye on. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-0803 min
Open JimEpisode 26 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Why it’s ‘crazy’ that the Badgers could make the men’s tournamentJim’s Gem is all about whether the men’s basketball team will make the men’s NCAA tournament. Then Jim Polzin answers fan questions about Chuckie Hepburn and the transfer portal and the men’s hoops season. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-0103 min
BadgerExtraSizing up the Badgers' tournament chances, and football's recruiting processBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Todd Milewski talk the Badgers men’s basketball tournament chances and the emergence of Connor Essegian, then Colten and Jake Kocorowski break down the Badgers football team’s recruiting approach behind the scenes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-2438 min
Open JimEpisode 25 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: The 'what ifs' of the Badgers men's basketball seasonThe Open Jim Podcast is back! Jim Polzin kicks it off with his take on where- or if- the men's basketball team has a shot at making the NCAA tournament. He then answers three fan questions all about, you guessed it, the Greg Gard's squad. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-2203 min
BadgerExtraThe State of Badgers basketball and something that makes Luke Fickell uniqueBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Todd Milewski break down the state of Badgers men’s basketball with seven games left in the regular season (00:00-20:48), then Colten gives his take on the most impressive thing about Badgers football coach Luke Fickell so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-1029 min
Open JimEpisode 24 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: The state of the UW men's hoops seasonJim Polzin reacts to the news that Chase Wolf left the UW football program before answering fan questions about the men's basketball team's chances at making the NCAA tournament, Greg Gard using the transfer portal as well as a question about Tony Grantato. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-0803 min
Open JimEpisode 21 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Is Luke Fickell the GOAT?Jim Polzin gives his take on the recruiting blitz that UW football conducted before answering fan questions about whether Luke Fickell is already the greatest Wisconsin coach ever as well as questions about men's basketball recruiting.Open Jim: For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-01-1803 min
BadgerExtraA look at the Badgers' revamped QB and WR positions, and transfer approach overallBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski break down the impact that transfers will have on the Badgers quarterbacks and wide receivers next season, and discuss the new coaching staff's approach to transfers as a whole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-01-1336 min
Open JimEpisode 20 Open Jim Snippet: Hitting the ground running in 2023Jim Polzin is back with the first episode of 2023 of the Open Jim Podcast. Jim answers questions about Coach Fickell, Jim Leonhard and whether Fickell can win a championship in his first season. Plus, Jim opens the podcast talking about Fickell's staff in Jim's Gem. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-01-1103 min
Open JimEp. 19 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: The last episode of 2022In the final episode of the year of the Open Jim Podcast Jim Polzin makes predictions for various UW teams before answering questions about the QB situation, football recruiting and the men’s basketball team. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-2103 min
Open JimEp. 18 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Can the men's hoops squad keep winning?Jim Polzin’s latest episode of the Open Jim Podcast is here. From Jim’s Gem about postgame interviews to answering questions about the men’s basketball team and football team, find out Jim’s take on the latest in Badgers athletics. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-1414 min
BadgerExtraEp. 29 Talking Wisconsin men's basketball with Jim PolzinBadgerExtra reporter Abby Schnable and columnist Jim Polzin discuss their thoughts on the 7-2 Wisconsin men's basketball team as Big Ten play begins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0834 min
Open JimEp. 17 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Bowl game expectationsJim Polzin leads off with commentary on UW's upcoming bowl game in Jim's Gem before answering reader questions about the football coaching staff and the transfer portal. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0703 min
Open JimBonus Episode Open Jim/The Showdown Snippet: Analyzing the Fickell and Rhule hiresIt's a special episode of the Open Jim Podcast. Jim Polzin is joined this week by BadgerExtra’s Colten Bartholomew and HuskerExtra’s Amie Just and Sam McKewon to compare and contrast Wisconsin’s hiring of Luke and Nebraska’s hiring of Matt as the new head football coaches of their respective programs. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0103 min
BadgerExtraEp. 28 Takeaways from Battle 4 Atlantis, Wake Forest and previewing MarquetteBadgerExtra reporter Abby Schnable recaps the University of Wisconsin men's basketball team's last four games, then Ben Steele of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins to preview the Badgers game with Marquette. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0124 min
Open JimEp. 15 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Is Luke Fickell the right choice to lead UW football?Surprised by the decision to hire Luke Fickell as the new head coach of UW football? So was Jim Polzin. In the latest episode, Fickell's hiring takes the spotlight in Jim's Gem before Jim answers reader questions. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-3003 min
Open JimEp. 14 Open Jim Audio Podcast Snippet:Volleyball’s championship chances & what’s next for UW footballJim Polzin turns the spotlight on volleyball and the team’s shot at a national championship in Jim’s Gem before answering more fan questions about Chris McIntosh’s handling of the football coaching position, UW football recruiting and whether Graham Mertz is going to be QB1 next season.For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/Subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-2303 min
BadgerExtraEp. 27 Previewing the Battle 4 AtlantisBadgerExtra reporter Abby Schnable and columnist Jim Polzin recap the first three games of the University of Wisconsin men's basketball season, then Chris Pyle joins to preview the Badgers' matchup with Dayton on Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-2141 min
BadgerExtraWeek 12 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down the Week 12 slate in the Big Ten, giving you against-the-spread picks. Colten is 48-36 on the year, while Jim is 43-41.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1826 min
Open JimEp. 13 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Why Graham Mertz is The GuyIn the latest episode of Open Jim, Jim Polzin makes a case for why Graham Mertz is the player that should be QB1 before answering questions about Mertz, Braelon Allen and the men’s basketball team’s starting lineup. For the full episode, visit https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1603 min
BadgerExtraRemembering Devin Chandler and previewing NebraskaBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski start the show by discussing the passing of former UW receiver Devin Chandler, then break down UW’s matchup at Nebraska.
To support Chandler’s family, check out this GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/g3hfhj-devin-chandler
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2022-11-1633 min
BadgerExtraEp. 24 BadgerExtra podcast: Week 11 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down the Week 11 slate in the Big Ten, with an extended preview of the Badgers’ matchup at Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1131 min
BadgerExtraEp. 23 Wisconsin hockey, basketball and playing in a baseball stadiumBadgerExtra reporters Abby Schnable and Todd Milewski talk about hockey and Friday's Brew City Battle, then college basketball analyst Rocco Miller joins to preview UW vs. Stanford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-1037 min
Open JimEp. 12 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: UW men's basketball startersJim Polzin cautions UW men's basketball fans not to overreact to the starting lineup following the team's season opener, then answers questions about whether Jim Leonhard will officially become the head coach of the football team and what staff fans can expect to be retained, plus Jim answers a question about the men's hockey program. For the full episode, visit https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0903 min
BadgerExtraEp. 22: UW has a 2023 QB and a big showdown at IowaBadgerExtra reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss what QB Cole LaCrue’s commitment means for UW, and the Badgers’ matchup at Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0933 min
BadgerExtraEp. 21 BadgerExtra podcast Week 10 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down their Week 10 picks in the Big Ten, and the MSU-Michigan fight from last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0430 min
BadgerExtraEp. 20 Previewing Badgers men’s basketball season with transfer guard Kamari McGeeBadgerExtra reporter Abby Schnable and columnist Jim Polzin preview the upcoming Wisconsin men’s basketball season, then sophomore guard Kamari McGee joins to talk superstitions and expectations for the Badgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0338 min
Open JimEp. 11 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: UW men's basketball previewJim Polzin checks in with another episode of Open Jim. For this week's Jim's Gem, he evaluates the UW men's basketball team heading into the season. Plus, Jim takes questions from fans about the football team's 2023 schedule, revisionist history about Graham Mertz, and frustration about the volleyball team's ranking despite knocking off then-No.1 Nebraska. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0103 min
BadgerExtraEp. 19 Cole Lacrue, 2023 QB recruiting and breaking down MarylandBadgerExtra reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowksi discuss the Badgers' scholarship offer for 2023 quarterback Cole Lacrue, then break down UW's matchup with Maryland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-0132 min
Open JimEp. 10 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: UW football progress reportJim Polzin is back with another episode of Open Jim. You don't want to miss Jim's Gem where he grades the UW football team, and his answers to fan questions about Graham Mertz's future, the upcoming UW men's basketball season and more. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-2603 min
BadgerExtraEp. 17 Breaking down the Week 8 slate in the Big TenBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down the Week 8 slate in the Big Ten. After getting back on track last week, the guys are 31-29 on the season against the spread.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-2224 min
Open JimEp. 9 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Do the Badgers pass the vibe check?Jim Polzin is back with another episode of Open Jim. You don't want to miss Jim's Gem and his answers to fan questions about the locker room vibes, Jim Leonhard's ability to recruit and more. For the full episode subscribe at https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1903 min
BadgerExtraWhat to make of the transfers out from UW football and breaking down PurdueBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the wave of transfers hitting the Badgers football team, what offensive tweaks need to happen after losing at Michigan State and the impact Charlie Jones has had on Purdue's offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1935 min
BadgerExtraEp. 15 Week 7 Big Ten picks with Jim PolzinBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin try to get back on track with their struggling Big Ten picks. They go through the Week 7 slate in the conference and make against-the-spread picks. Colten is 27-28 on the year while Jim is 26-29. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1529 min
Open JimEp. 8 Open Jim Podcast Snippet: Expectations for UW footballIn the latest episode, Jim Polzin grades interim head football coach Jim Leonhard’s first game while breaking down what fans should expect from the Badgers the rest of the season and more. For the full episode subscribe at: https://go.badgerextra.com/SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1203 min
BadgerExtraWill the new features of Wisconsin's offense stick?BadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the Badgers’ new look on offense, what to expect from Michigan State’s struggling defense and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-1228 min
BadgerExtraEp. 13 Week 6 Big Ten picks with Jim PolzinBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin give you their Big Ten picks against the spread for Week 6, and give thoughts on the University of Wisconsin firing Paul Chryst.
Colten and Jim are 25-25 this season against the spread. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-0830 min
BadgerExtra3 burning questions after Paul Chyrst's firing as Badgers football coachBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski go over some of the lingering questions about Paul Chryst's dismissal as University of Wisconsin football coach. They wrap up the show by discussing Chryst's legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-0533 min
BadgerExtraEp. 11 Week 5 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin run through the Week 5 slate of Big Ten games and give you their picks against the spread. Jim is 24-19 on the year while Colten is 23-20.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-3029 min
BadgerExtraEp. 10 What went wrong at OSU and previewing IllinoisBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski talk about what went wrong for the Badgers at Ohio State (hint: just about everything) and then preview the matchup against Illinois.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-2833 min
BadgerExtraEp. 9 Week 4 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down the Week 4 slate in the Big Ten, giving you their picks against the spread, including whether the University of Wisconsin football team can cover the 19.5-point spread at Ohio State. Both Colten and Jim are 20-15 on the season.
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2022-09-2430 min
BadgerExtraThe blueprint for a Badgers upset of OSUBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski are joined by The Columbus Dispatch’s Joey Kaufman to break down the No. 3 Buckeyes. Then Colten and Jake layout the perfect-game blueprint UW must follow to upset Ohio State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-2135 min
BadgerExtraEp. 7 Week 3 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down each of the Big Ten games this week and make picks against the spread.
Colten is 12-10 on the season, while Jim is 14-8.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-1732 min
Open JimEp. 4 Open Jim Podcast: Is Paul Chryst on the hot seat?Should Paul Chryst be on the hot seat? In the latest episode of the Open Jim Podcast, Jim Polzin compares Nebraska's firing of Scott Frost to fans' calls to fire Paul Chryst following the Badgers' loss to Wazzou, answers questions of the O-line, developing Wisconsin's QBs and whether a full time special teams coordinator is in the Badgers' future. Plus, find out what to watch for this week on BadgerExtra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-1414 min
BadgerExtraEp. 6 Jim Leonhard to Nebraska? How can the O-line be fixed?BadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the speculation that Badgers defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard is a candidate for the Nebraska head coaching job, and then break down the issues that offensive line and rushing attack had last week against Washington State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-1432 min
BadgerExtraEp. 5 Week 2 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin get together to break down the Week 2 Big Ten slate and make against-the-spread picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-1030 min
BadgerExtraEp. 3 Week 1 Big Ten picksBadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin break down each of the games on Saturday's Big Ten slate and give their picks against the spread. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-0330 min
Open JimEp. 2 Open Jim Podcast: Depth charts & ranking Big Ten coachesJim Polzin reflects on exactly how important depth charts are in college football, shares where he thinks Paul Chryst ranks compared to other Big Ten coaches, and weighs in on whether the Badgers should open future seasons overseas. Plus, find out what else to watch for on BadgerExtra this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-3114 min
BadgerExtraEp. 2 What Chase Wolf's injury means and previewing Illinois StateBadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski break down what quarterback Chase Wolf's knee injury means for the Badgers offense and then discuss what to expect in Saturday's season opener against Illinois State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-3032 min
BadgerExtraEp. 1 BadgerExtra Podcast: Projecting the Badgers' travel roster and making Week 0 picksState Journal beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski project the Badgers’ 70-man travel roster and then give picks for Week 0 games in the Big Ten.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-2536 min
Open JimEp. 1 Open Jim Podcast: Expectations for Badger footballIn the debut episode of the Open Jim Podcast, Jim Polzin explains why more transparency is needed in the Coaches Poll and answers reader questions about expectations for Graham Mertz and Badger football and closes the mailbag with a men's hoops question. Plus, find out what to watch for from BadgerExtra this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-2407 min
BadgerExtraWelcome to BadgerExtraState Journal beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski, and columnist Jim Polzin welcome you to BadgerExtra, a new offering from the team at the Wisconsin State Journal.
The guys share the exclusive content BadgerExtra subscribers will receive and let you know about all the stories, podcasts, videos and more coming your way at BadgerExtra.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-2410 min