Wilde & Tausch

The Jim, Matt & Molly takeover of Wilde & Tausch continues LATE into Hour 2. They catch back up on the clock when producer Primetime unveils Molly's embarrassing childhood nickname, leading Jim to shoutout Mr. Irrelevant Alex Strouf for his embarrassing nickname while also asking fans for their own embarrassing childhood nicknames. They circle back to Badgers basketball and Matt's misused phrase of "Steel sharpens Steel" before being joined by Ari Temkin of Big 12 Radio to help preview Wisconsin's next opponent in the NCAA Tourney -- BYU. Ari gets into the details of what the Cougars bring, how the Badgers match up, and why both team's styles should lead to a highly-entertaining barn burner! Ari also laments the fall of his alma mater Kansas after their loss to Arkansas last night and AJ Storr's disappointing season with the Jayhawks. Jim, Matt & Molly wrap up Hour 2 with one of their favorite segments, Don't Quote Me, as they make some longshot predictions for the Badgers and Marquette going forward into the tourney!

Jason, Tausch & Jesse Nelson all have the day off, so Jim, Matt & Molly from 4-6pm in Madison fill in as the Cousins Subs of the Day! JM&M introduces themselves to the statewide audience, including the cool shoutout and free gear that they got from the UW Badgers Volleyball program, and they check in on how their BRACKETS are doing after Day 1 of March Madness. They also give their early thoughts on the Badgers' 85-66 win against Montana, and their ask a poll question: Do you feel better or the same about the Badgers after their win against the Grizzlies? Jason Wilde joins his own show during today's JM&M takeover. Jason gives his thoughts on Jim's "working theory" that the Packers are treating Jordan Love like a tier two or three QB rather than some of the other highest-paid QBs in the NFL. They also discuss the Packers' lack of moves this offseason and Gutey's general philosophy of never going to GET A GUY in the first round of the draft. Jason also gets jealous about the Badgers Volleyball outfit changes that the crew has been making while on the show, he thanks the crew for holding it down while he, Tausch and Jesse are all out, and he finds out where Jesse's secretly spending his day off. Jim, Matt & Molly make their final outfit change of the day before getting to Hour 2 late in classic W&T fashion!

The final hour of this unusual Thursday show tips off with some sports theme song power rankings! Jesse believes he’s specially qualified to offer his list as music was one of his majors in college. It ends up being quite the divisive debate. Joe in ‘Tosa struggles during Wilde & Tausch trivia before Jesse decides it's time to be done for the day. He takes off to broadcast some WIAA State Basketball while an abbreviated, journalistic Whoa Riley gives way to Mike Kelley! The former Badger who helped lead UW to the Final Four back in 2000 wraps up the show with his opinions on Wisconsin’s tournament chances while also lending wisdom from his days making a deep run.

Jason continues to field questions from fans while also pondering who the best game show hosts are. However, it’s also the first day of the NCAA Tournament so Jason and Jesse have to discuss the best ways to fill out brackets and preview the Badgers before being joined by a former March legend for the cardinal & white, Zak Showalter! He provides insight into his own experiences in the tournament and gives his thoughts on this year’s iteration of UW, spoiler alert, he has them going pretty far in his bracket. Jesse is also baffled that Zak could actually be working on such a momentous day in the sports world, but I don’t think anyone is shocked Jesse has that take.

It’s the Jason and Jesse show today as Tausch continues his Spring sabbatical and it’s the ask Jason (almost) anything edition! He fields inquiries on everything from the Green Bay Packers offseason to his definition of fandom, some are certainly better than others… But first, Jesse has a story to tell about his brother-in-law and his good fortune while flying home from a work trip.

Reviewing the progress and development of the Packers wide receivers, including a fan on the Carbliss ESPN Wisconsin Talk & Text Line who says the numbers don't tell the whole story from last season. Also, Wilde and Tausch Trivia on a Wisconsin Geography Wednesday. And Whoa Nelly! with Jesse asking Homer for advice on picking Marquette to advance in the NCAA Tournament.

Homer explains the new NCAA Tournament contest he's helping coordinate. Then, the guys review comments from Packers GM Brian Gutekunst in January sharing how the team needs a sense of urgency to compete for a championship. Has the GM demonstrated such urgency this offseason? And the Packers officially submit a proposal to ban the tush push.

Tausch's Spring Sabbatical begins with Homer as the Cousins Sub of the Day hosting with Jason! The guys review the newest addition to the Packers wide receiver room: Mecole Hardman! And Bryan Bulaga joins for his weekly appearance, weighing in on the addition of Hardman, the latest on Aaron Rodgers, and soccer camp.

Tausch returns after delivering his speech, and had an interesting interaction with a fan sharing some fun Wisconsin trivia. Speaking of trivia...Wilde and Tausch Trivia, with Jesse jinxing the contestant on a Badgers Trivia Tuesday. And Whoa Nelly! featuring a quick discussion of the Packers backup quarterback situation and government officials making a stink about sports controversies.

Quick review of a list ranking Lambeau Field the top-rated sports venue in professional North American sports! And while Tausch steps away, The Badgers Outsider makes his triumphant return to the show! Derek Blakeslee shares his thoughts on the state of Wisconsin Men's Basketball entering the NCAA Tournament, as well as the state of Wisconsin Football and college sports as a whole.