Badger Connect Podcast

The Badger Connect Podcast brings you exclusive, in-depth conversations with the people who shape Wisconsin Athletics. Hosted by Mike Heller, this premium podcast and video series goes beyond the headlines with coaches, athletes, media members, and insiders from across the Wisconsin Badgers landscape. Each episode features a relaxed, long-form conversation designed to give fans access, insight, and stories you won’t find anywhere else. New episodes drop every Thursday. Video episodes and full access are available at BadgerConnect.com.

Badger Connect Podcast is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 31 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Badger Connect Podcast, a news show with 31 episodes published.

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  Episode #30

  Episode 30: Badger Tight End Jacob Harris

  Sep 24, 202636 min

  Wisconsin Football tight end Jacob Harris joins Mike Heller for Episode 30 of the Badger Connect Podcast! Harris takes fans inside his journey to Wisconsin, his development at tight end and what it takes to compete at the Big Ten level. He talks about life inside the Badgers program, his relationships with his teammates and coaches, and the work that goes on behind the scenes each week. Get to know Jacob beyond the football field as he shares more about his story, his personality and his experience representing Wisconsin. Episode 30 — Jacob Harris | Wisconsin Football Watch the full conversation and subscribe for more exclusive interviews with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics. Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love. New episodes drop every Thursday. Join the community at BadgerConnect.com

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  Episode #29

  Episode 29: Robin and Rich Pingeton

  Sep 17, 202649 min

  Wisconsin Women’s Basketball Head Coach Robin Pingeton joins Mike Heller for Episode 29 of the Badger Connect Podcast, and this time she’s joined by her husband, Rich! Robin and Rich talk about their journey together, the role basketball has played in their lives and what the opportunity to come to Wisconsin has meant for their family. Robin also discusses taking over the Badgers program, building a new culture in Madison and her vision for Wisconsin Women’s Basketball. Rich adds a different perspective on life alongside a college basketball coach and the experiences they’ve shared throughout Robin’s coaching career. Get to know Wisconsin’s new head coach both on and off the court in Episode 29 of the Badger Connect Podcast. Episode 29 — Robin & Rich Pingeton Subscribe for more conversations with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. #WisconsinBasketball #Badgers #BadgerConnect #OnWisconsin #WomensBasketball   Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics. Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love. New episodes drop every Thursday. Join the community at BadgerConnect.com

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  Episode #28

  Episode 28: Joe Krabbenhoft

  Sep 10, 202649 min

  Wisconsin Basketball Associate Head Coach Joe Krabbenhoft joins Mike Heller for Episode 28 of the Badger Connect Podcast! Krabbenhoft talks about the Badgers, his role on Greg Gard’s staff, the upcoming season and his journey from playing at Wisconsin to now coaching at his alma mater. And with Vikings-Packers coming up Sunday, the conversation couldn’t stay entirely on basketball. Joe is a Vikings fan, so he and Mike get into the rivalry and this weekend’s matchup. Plenty of Wisconsin Basketball, a little NFC North trash talk and much more with Joe Krabbenhoft. Episode 28 of the Badger Connect Podcast — available now. Subscribe for more conversations with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. #WisconsinBasketball #Badgers #BadgerConnect #Vikings #Packers Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics. Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love. New episodes drop every Thursday. Join the community at BadgerConnect.com

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  Episode #27

  Episode 27: Gavin Lahm and Sean West

  Sep 3, 202641 min

  Wisconsin Football specialists take center stage on Episode 27 of the Badger Connect Podcast! Gavin Lahm and Sean West join Mike Heller to talk about their journeys to Wisconsin, life as specialists for the Badgers, and the work that goes into a part of the game that often only gets noticed when the pressure is on. Gavin and Sean share stories from inside the Wisconsin program, break down the unique relationship between a long snapper and specialist unit, and give fans a look at what goes into preparing for game day. They also talk about their paths to Madison, competing at the Big Ten level, and plenty more from behind the scenes of Wisconsin Football. Episode 27 of the Badger Connect Podcast — featuring Gavin Lahm and Sean West. Subscribe to Badger Connect for more conversations with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. #WisconsinFootball #Badgers #OnWisconsin #BadgerConnect #CollegeFootball   Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics. Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love. New episodes drop every Thursday. Join the community at BadgerConnect.com

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  Episode #26

  Episode 26: Cooper and Jim Catalano

  Aug 27, 202646 min

  Wisconsin Football is a family affair on Episode 26 of the Badger Connect Podcast! Badgers linebacker Cooper Catalano is joined by his dad, Jim Catalano, for a special conversation with Mike Heller about Cooper’s football journey and the family behind it. Cooper talks about growing up around the game, his path to Wisconsin and what it means to play for the Badgers. Jim shares his perspective as a father, from watching Cooper develop as a young athlete to now seeing him take the field at Camp Randall. The father-son duo also shares stories from Cooper’s journey, the role family has played along the way and what it’s like experiencing Big Ten football together. Episode 26 of the Badger Connect Podcast — featuring Cooper and Jim Catalano. Subscribe to Badger Connect for more conversations with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. #WisconsinFootball #Badgers #OnWisconsin #BadgerConnect #CollegeFootball Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics. Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love. New episodes drop every Thursday. Join the community at BadgerConnect.com

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