Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast

New Wisconsin wide receivers coach Ari Confesor joins Bernie and Perko to discuss his path to Madison, his philosophies around teaching the position, how he has gotten on the same page with Coach Fickell and the rest of the staff, and much more.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins, on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-Room-Not-Sale-Always/dp/B0GLV43YRQ

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Bernie and Perko discuss the commitment of in-state edge defender Isaac Miller and the importance of the 2027 in-state class, talk about the combine and Badger Pro Day, and get excited for spring practice.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins, on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-Room-Not-Sale-Always/dp/B0GLV43YRQ

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Bernie and Perko take mailbag questions like, What are the top five beers? What's the ideal evening in Madison? What was Bernie's favorite (and least favorite) workout? And much more.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Get Coach Brian White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins, on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-Room-Not-Sale-Always/dp/B0GLV43YRQ

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Running backs coach and author Brian White returns to the show to talk about his new book, "The Locker Room is Not For Sale", discuss the life lessons that he teaches through coaching, share his thoughts on building a culture in the age of NIL and the transfer portal, and much more.

Get Coach White's Book, The Locker Room is Not For Sale: Why the Human Touch Always Wins, on Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Locker-Room-Not-Sale-Always/dp/B0GLV43YRQ

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Ian Gurfield - founder of Ian's Pizza - joins Bernie and Perko to share stories from 25 years of being a campus staple.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Wisconsin Badgers cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples joins Bernie and Perko to talk about his path from growing up in St. Louis to Madison, how he works to establish impactful relationships with his players, what he's looking forward to for Wisconsin this season, and much more.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Bernie and Perko talk through every game on Wisconsin's 2026 schedule, figure out how they can get to 8+ wins, and talk about their favorite bets for the Super Bowl.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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New Wisconsin Badgers offensive line coach Eric Mateos joins Bernie and Perko to talk about what drew him to Madison, his relationship with Jeff Grimes, juggling the transfer portal and getting to know the current roster, what he looks for in lineman, and much more.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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As the Badgers continue to add to their portal haul, Bernie and Perko break down the key pieces left to add for Luke Fickell and the coaching staff, discuss how many wins they need in order to keep their jobs next season, and preview the CFB national title game between Indiana and Miami.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

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Bernie and Perko discuss all of the latest additions to the Badgers' roster and figure out what they need to do on the field in order to make Wisconsin's 2026 season a success.

Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/

Follow us on Twitter/X @BleavInBadgers and Instagram @BleavInBadgers. And make sure to check out Perko's weekly show on Badger247.com with Jon McNamara and Nick Osen on YouTube.

While you're at it, tune into the Money Down Podcast with James White, LeGarrette Blount, Sojourn Shelton, and Warren Herring.

Make sure to get your hands on a copy of Rich Thompson's book Relentless, which we will be reviewing in the future: https://a.co/d/7jZQ5zC

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.