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09.24.2018: Huge series in St. Louis awaits, plus Tim Dillard and Curtis Granderson Sep 24, 2018

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With one week to go in the regular season, the Milwaukee Brewers are looking to solidify their playoff standing. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the team's surprising decision to skip Chase Anderson in the series, the consistent success of Gio Gonzalez, Lorenzo Cain's injury scare and a reborn Corey Knebel. Also, it's going to come down to Javier Baez and Christian Yelich -- how much does positional versatility matter to MVP voters?

Then, JR is joined by Brewers minor leaguer Tim Dillard (32:30), whose brilliant social media presence makes him one of the most recognizable figures in the organization, even if he hasn't pitched in the big leagues since 2012.

And finally, JR chats with Curtis Granderson (49:30), the newly acquired outfielder who has made his presence felt in his lone month with the Brewers. Conversation topics include the stadium that bears his name at UIC and the unusual reason why he decided not to be a Cubs fan growing up.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

09.17.2018: Playoff roster considerations, two MVP-worthy outfielders and Brandon Woodruff Sep 17, 2018

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Journal Sentinel beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Brewers' 3-3 week, the considerations awaiting them as they zero in on a playoff berth, including thoughts on Jhoulys Chacin, Curtis Granderson and Junior Guerra.

Then, JR and Curt Hogg look at which Brewer -- Lorenzo Cain or Christian Yelich -- deserves the MVP spotlight, and who makes the list of top-five most valuable Brewers this season?

Finally, JR is joined by Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff, discussing his back-and-forth journey in 2018, his infamous MLB debut short circuited by pregame injury, the decision to trim his beard and a made-for-Hollywood moment in his 2016 return to play following the tragic death of his older brother, Blake.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

09.10.2018: Playoff fever, the Cubs rivalry and a chat with Wade Miley Sep 10, 2018

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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a white-hot week for the Brewers, with five wins in six games putting them 2 1/2 games ahead in the wild card race -- and breathing down the Cubs' necks. A Sunday dispute turns into a magic moment. Corey Knebel, Gio Gonzalez and Jonathan Schoop have found themselves. What's up with the fan reaction to a Christian Yelich off day, and yeah, let's talk about the Cubs "rivalry."

Then, JR chats with Brewers lefty Wade Miley, whose own rediscovery has been huge this season. Topics include his unusual offseason, his near-miss Rookie of the Year campaign, a funny story involving Alcatraz and his favorite song by … Miley.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

09.03.2018: New faces, Yelich's huge week and yep, we're discussing the bullpen. Plus: Keon Broxton Sep 03, 2018

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Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a crazy week for the Milwaukee Brewers, including a number of roster moves and a handful of thrilling outcomes. Most notably was a Wednesday win in extra innings, 13-12, that featured Christian Yelich hitting for the cycle -- and that was just part of Yelich's crazy week. Where does he stand in the MVP conversation?

Also, what does Todd make of Craig Counsell's comments about the usage of Josh Hader, who wasn't brought into the game Saturday night as the bullpen lost a 3-1 lead?

Then, JR is joined by Keon Broxton, the Brewers outfielder whose 3-run homer Sunday helped Milwaukee cap the road trip on a positive note.

Did we mention the Cubs are coming to town? And the Brewers are leading the wild card?

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org

SPECIAL EPISODE: Wisconsin Badgers Podcast Aug 30, 2018

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In this special crossover episode, we present the debut of the Wisconsin Badgers Journal Sentinel podcast.

The Wisconsin Badgers head into 2018 with some lofty goals and expectations. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Jeff Potrykus joins host JR Radcliffe to talk about what makes this team special, which players it can't live without, how the off-field problems facing the receiving corps will impact the on-field approach, and does Western Kentucky provide any risk of a monster upset on Friday?

Each week, Jeff breaks down the matchup ahead and the bigger picture as the Badgers pursue a Big Ten Championship and their first berth in the College Football Playoff. Find the Badgers podcast on iTunes soon.

Music available at http://freesound.org (Rhythm 1 Dist Gated - 95 BPM by Khoon and American Football Match by barcelonetasonora)

08.27.2018: A chat with Mike Moustakas and 3 questions about the Brewers rotation Aug 27, 2018

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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt discusses three starting rotation questions: what's the long-term prognosis for Chase Anderson, is Freddy Peralta locked into the rotation going forward, and what comes next after the Matt Harvey waiver claim went for naught?

Also, quick discussion of Jonathan Schoop, Scooter Gennett and Corey Knebel, plus are there any surprises on the horizon for September call-ups?

Host JR Radcliffe also chats with third baseman Mike Moustakas, who has been a huge lift to the offense (and defense) since he arrived from the Royals as a midseason trade acquisition.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

08.20.2018: CC Sabathia chats about the 2008 Brewers Aug 20, 2018

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Host JR Radcliffe is joined by Brewers legend CC Sabathia (34:45) -- whose 3 1/2 months with the team may be the most memorable pitching performance in franchise history when he led the Brewers to the playoffs 10 years ago. Sabathia discusses that frenzied performance that snapped a 26-year playoff drought for the organization.

Before that, JR is joined by Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel (12:50) to try and put Sabathia's performance in context. Is it the best Brewers pitching performance ever, and would the team make that same trade again, knowing what it knows now? JR also attempts to find three reasons for optimism with the 2018 Brewers (5:35), now tied for a Wild Card spot after their downward trend continued last week.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

08.13.2018: Not time to panic ... yet ... plus a conversation with Corbin Burnes Aug 13, 2018

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A very rough week for the Brewers puts Milwaukee's playoff hopes in jeopardy. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak chats with host JR Radcliffe about the struggles on the pitching staff. What's up with Chase Anderson, and will the Brewers soon make a move to trim Freddy Peralta's workload?

There's some silver linings though, including a hot start for new acquisition Mike Moustakas and a catch by Ryan Braun that might rank as the best Brewers defensive play of the year -- is it No. 1?

After that, JR sits down with rookie right-handed reliever Corbin Burnes, brought up from the minors and directly inserted into high-leverage innings. He talks about his transition to the bullpen, his late-blooming into a big-league prospect, his skyrocket up the minor-league chain, his famous-ish near-namesake and his sweet specs.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

08.06.2017: Jonathan Schoop's rough start and an MVP candidate emerging, plus a chat with translator Carlos Brizuela Aug 06, 2018

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Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins podcast host JR Radcliffe to discuss the acquisition of Jonathan Schoop -- and the struggles he's endured since arriving. Mike Moustakas, meanwhile, has quickly become a fan favorite, while Matt Albers has become a puzzle. And who is the more realistic MVP candidate: Lorenzo Cain or Christian Yelich? Rosiak does have a vote for MVP, after all. And what's the best walk-off of the season so far?

Then, JR is joined by Brewers team translator Carlos Brizuela to talk about his path to the Majors and the role he plays with the team.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

07.30.2018: Trades bolster the roster and a chat with white-hot Christian Yelich Jul 30, 2018

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Christian Yelich swings by (29:00) to discuss his eventful All-Star Game experience, his celebrity doppelganger, his brother in the Marines and the memorable final days with the Miami Marlins. Before that, Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the team's two big recent trades, what's left with two days to go before the trade deadline, the up-and-down play of Corey Knebel and Orlando Arcia and surging Jhoulys Chacin.

Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Sound effect: WALLA Ballpark Cheer William Tell Overture Organ by AshFox on freesound.org.

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