Brooks Bollinger, legendary Wisconsin Badgers Rose Bowl champion QB, joins Butchie to dive deep into the iconic Barry Alvarez era. Hear untold stories about Alvarez's unique leadership, the pressure of playing for a state, the electric atmosphere of Camp Randall, and what truly defined the "smart, tough, dependable" Badger football identity. Bollinger shares defining moments, unsung heroes, and the "Norman Rockwell era" of college sports.

Listen now for an exclusive look at the foundation of Wisconsin's football dominance.

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Former Wisconsin Badger Carter Gilmore joins Butchie's Den to discuss the shocking reality of professional basketball after college, contrasting the "Wisconsin Standard" with the grind of playing overseas. Carter offers an insider's perspective on Chucky Hepburn's transfer from UW, NIL's impact, and how the Badger program prepares players for the next level. He also shares his personal journey of accepting a challenging role at Wisconsin and names his All-Time Badger Starting Five. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, player insights, and a deep dive into what it means to be "Once a Badger, Always a Badger."

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Travis Beckum, former Badger standout and NFL Tight End, joins Butchie to share his incredible journey. Hear how Beckum's position switch redefined Wisconsin's tight end pipeline, the story behind Coach Bielema's initial reaction, and his path to a Super Bowl championship with the Giants. They also dive into the identity of Wisconsin football, hilarious rapid-fire questions, and controversial rankings of Badger traditions and NFL alumni.

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Josh Manchester joins Butchie in The Den to talk about choosing Wisconsin and beginning his Badger basketball journey.

Josh shares what it meant to get the offer from his dream school, why he took it on the spot, how his first few weeks in Madison have gone, and what he is learning as he adjusts from high school basketball to the college level.

He also talks about summer workouts, Coach Gard’s teaching points, Wisconsin’s veterans helping him settle in, golf with teammates, Rapid Fire, and what it will mean to wear Wisconsin across his chest.

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Jackson Ball joins Butchie in The Den to talk about his journey from New Zealand to Madison.

Jackson shares how he first connected with Wisconsin, what stood out about the Badger basketball program, his experience playing professionally overseas, and how his first month in Madison has gone.

He also talks Coach Gard’s traditional drills, partner passing, New Zealand basketball culture, rugby, cheese curds, Packers fandom, and what he wants Badger fans to remember about him beyond basketball.

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Former Wisconsin Badger Brett Valentyn joins Butchie in The Den to look back on his Wisconsin basketball journey, from walk-on memories and locker room stories to the off-court moments that made the Badger bond last.

Brett and Butchie talk about Bo Ryan, scout team battles, Madison, tough NCAA Tournament losses, Wisconsin basketball culture, and why the program still feels like family long after the games are over.

They also discuss the support around Coach Howard Moore, Brett’s life after basketball, and what makes the Wisconsin basketball community so unique.

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14-year (and not done yet) NFL veteran and Wisconsin legend Kevin Zeitler reveals the wild, unexpected turns in his recruiting journey, including a Michigan offer that disappeared in just 12 hours and how he ultimately became a Badger. This episode dives into:

* The real story behind his commitment to Wisconsin.

* The unique pressure and pride of being a Wisconsin kid playing for UW.

* Behind-the-scenes locker room stories and the famous 'moped on campus' moment.

* What made his Wisconsin O-line era so dominant.

* His incredible 14-year NFL career and what keeps him going.

Listen now for an authentic, player-driven conversation with one of Wisconsin's all-time greats.

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Former Wisconsin Badger and NFL wide receiver Jared Abbrederis joins Butchie to settle the debate: Who threw a better ball – Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, or Matthew Stafford? Abbrederis, who caught passes from all three, gives his candid ranking and breaks down their unique styles.

Listeners will hear about:

- The surprising challenges and pressures of playing for the Green Bay Packers as a Wisconsin native.

- Hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from his Badger days, including his unforgettable 5 AM workout mishap.

- His most cherished moments playing at Camp Randall and the unique atmosphere of Big Ten Championship games.

- Why he avoids the spotlight despite an incredible career.

Tune in for an authentic, player-driven conversation with one of Wisconsin's favorite sons. Follow Butchie’s Den on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts for more Wisconsin sports talk!

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Wisconsin Badger legend Devin Harris joins Butchie's Den for an unfiltered chat about his iconic career. From his days under Coach Bo Ryan to his journey in the NBA, Harris pulls back the curtain on what it took to succeed at the highest levels of basketball.

Butchie and Devin reminisce about Bo Ryan's legendary coaching, including the "shoebox incident" that shaped the program, and Bo's relentless pursuit of intensity on every possession. Harris shares his "welcome to the NBA" reality check, his proudest career moments, and the tough decision to leave Wisconsin early. He also talks about the deep bond shared by Badger teammates and what the program meant to him.

Tune in to hear Devin's all-time Wisconsin starting five, his take on the most underrated Badgers, and candid stories about his NBA career, including facing Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true Wisconsin icon.

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New WBCA Executive Director Todd Fergot joins Butchie in The Den for a conversation about the future of Wisconsin high school basketball.

Todd breaks down the shot clock pilot program, what still needs to happen before full implementation, why coaches are pushing for state tournament expansion, and what an expanded tournament could look like.

Butchie and Todd also discuss declining girls basketball numbers, club basketball, summer contact days, multi-sport athletes, and how to keep high school sports healthy for players, parents, coaches, and communities across Wisconsin.

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