Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcast

Updated: 26 Nov 2025 • 327 episodes
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Hosted by former fullback and captain Matt Bernstein and Matt Perkins, Bleav in Badgers covers everything Wisconsin Badgers. From all-time Badgers greats like Jonathan Taylor and Joe Thomas to head coach Luke Fickell to recent stars like Nick Herbig and Chez Mellusi to media legends like Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, Bernie and Perko get the inside scoop and untold stories from everyone around the Badgers.

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Wisconsin Badgers safety Preston Zachman joins Bernie and Perko to preview Wisconsin's season finale against Minnesota, talk about his career in Madison, discuss the vibe around the team during a topsy-turvy season, and take fan questions live on air. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, T

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Bernie and Perko recap a dominant performance for Wisconsin against Illinois, talk through what impressed them most on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, and discuss a potential bowl berth and what that would mean for the program. Join us tonight for a special LIVE episode tonight, Monday, November 24

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Bernie and Perko recap the Badgers struggles in Bloomington, preview Wisconsin's matchup against Illinois on senior day, and discuss the recent decommitments on the recruiting trail. Join us Monday, November 24 at 7:30 PM CT/8:30 PM ET for a special LIVE episode with Badgers safety Preston Zachman. Get your tickets her

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Bernie and Perko debate what Wisconsin needs to do in their final three games of the year to make players and fans feel good about the program moving forward, figure out what they can do against a high-powered Indiana team, and take a look at the FanDuel odds for the Big Ten and CFP championships. Make sure to subscrib

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Bernie and Perko recap a thrilling victory Wisconsin victory over Washington and discuss how the young players have brought new life to the program. 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 Instagra

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Bernie and Perko react to the announcement by AD Chris McIntosh that Luke Fickell will continue to coach Wisconsin for 2026 and discuss what it means to the present and future of the program. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.com/ Follow u

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