Bear in Mind: The Official Podcast of Cal Athletics

This week we check in with two guest at the opposite ends of their respective seasons. Softball Head Coach Chelsea Spencer gives insight to the start of their season. Then Women's Basketball Senior Marta Suarez talks about the final regular season game and looking forward to a postseason run. Audio transcript here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17OFVFcjHlXIYzgIJ4vi5DyAPuVeuE8uE/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we talk with two Cal student athletes. From the Swimming and Diving team Mary-Ambre Moluh. The Freshman was a member of team France in the 2024 Summer Olympics and now is having success in the ACC. Plus Women's Gymnast Ella Cesario. The all around performer discusses the teams success coming into the Big Meet vs Stanford. Text transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ohGdyJVTUGbpzK-B9u8iAGAXI9K-fS1D/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first episode of 2025 is a conversation with Men's Basketball player Rytis Petraitis. He tells the story of the importance of basketball in his family life, and his time at the Air Force Academy. Audio transcription available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uASwd2UMVioEqjHILXJVuTLxpPzndsNv/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we chat with Women's Basketball Head Coach Charmin Smith after the 9-1 start for the team including a home win over ranked Alabama. Plus a conversation with Traver's Family Head Football Coach Justin Wilcox that includes the transfer portal, new Offensive Coordinator, bowl game and more. Audio Transcript Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hh6yuyIZ-6f3JjsDAwdUI9VGp6EByTRc/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recap the dramatic come from behind win over Stanford in the 127th Big Game with interviews from Justin Wilcox and Big Game Hero Jonathan Brady. Audio Transcript Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ayqx8EzehSOK2QMwg191MQdgyG7m5tSZ/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we chat with Travers Family Head Football Justin Wilcox following the Bears first ACC victory against Wake Forest. Plus a conversation with PhD. Marissa Nichols, Associate Athletics Director; Director, Cameron Institute, discussing how the Cameron Institute helps to impact the lives of Cal student athletes. Audio transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18TqU3NJTJqpDALFf-OgoreQaoL5ysm1i/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week hear from Travers Family Head Football Coach Justin Wilcox and QB Fernando Mendoza following the difficult stretch for the Bears. Full Audio Transcript Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CBFY5mgdm1kpa9n8Ie2Z-19XjoNzq3WB/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week hear from travers Family Head Football Coach Justin Wilcox and get ready for the ACC road matchup with Pitt. Plus a conversation with Women's Soccer Head Coach Neil McGuire. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week recap with Cal Football win on the road against Auburn with Travers Family Head Coach Justin Wilcox. Plus an interview with 2024 Paris Bronze medalist, and US Water Polo goal keeper, Adrian Weinberg. Audio Transcript Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SCPp5_giYwmLlu6CuIUSwYmY0qutlUo8/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week the Cal Football team kicks off the 2024 season against UC Davis. Hear from Travers Family Head Football Coach Justin Wilcox and Linebacker Teddye Buchanan as they preview the game and the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the ACC! On this episode we talk with Women's Gymnastics Head Coach Elisabeth Crandall-Howell and Director of Athletics Jim Knowlton. Both lend thoughts and perspective about officially joining the ACC. Audio Transcript Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yimuW81KmAGExULUV_O8f_sID9iLSd9e/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the final episode of the season, Athletic Director Jim Knowlton discusses the transition to the ACC, future of college athletics, NIL, and spring sports. Transcription available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HoEQMQHTLJEDVdCmg3wEWPAdp-mfSpMk/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week celebrate the Pac-12 Championship for Women's Swimming and Diving with grad student, Rachel Klinker. Plus hear from Acacia Anders, member of the 15th ranked Cal Softball team off to a red hot start this season. Full transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pe8AkPF4jo1LFE3laQBLvCA_6eUWyv4k/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week join Men's Basketball player Fardaws Aimaq as he discusses the season, his journey to Cal and much more. Full audio transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ACdFV2QMys4SgSB0-8F042kx7qIXZbPP/view?usp=sharing See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready for Baseball season this week with Head Coach Mike Neu. The Bears start on the road in Scottsdale this weekend and play their home opener next Wednesday vs BYU. Full audio transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1muClDjaikjVM41fprtbqoAPn65GCWNjf/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Preview the Cal Softball season this week with 4th year head coach Chelsea Spencer, plus a conversation with Basketball player Gus Larson. Audio transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1stzKgYNHAf-EYv5IQsSkJKydNIA6-TUn/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star Women's Basketball player Ioanna Krimili joins us this week. She is coming off of scoring her 300th career three-pointer against Oregon State. She talks about growing up in Greece and making her way to the United States to play basketball. Full Audio Transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xlyGfhUaHjPbUpFwxIwEKwvBrK66UA6F/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we catch up with Women's Gymnast eMjae Frazier, who recently became the first Bear to earn a perfect 10 on two different events in her career, last week with a flawless balance beam routine. The 2nd rank Cal team last week scored the 7th highest team score in program history, a 197.875, and broke the vault record with a 49.525. Plus a chat with Men's Basketball player Jalen Celestine, who went 607 days between games for the Bears. Full Audio Transcript Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10ZtVvyeeLMN1j3LfA7X0YcCkeN7XyAs_/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bears Women's Basketball team is off to a 12-3 start, catch up with head coach Charmin Smith following back to back wins over Washington and Washington State. Also hear from Marta Suarez about her college basketball journey and growing up in Spain. Full transcript available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qoTuLUE65H7DvCa4J3Q6GB6I-k7qZCok/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy New Year, on this episode we have a great conversation with Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Adam Mazarei, talking recruiting, coaching and development. Plus hear from Freshman Guard Rodney Brown following his career best performance against USC. Audio Transcript Available Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oaDQ-FFWY_P1lEurvRsRQIZr-fInac3R/view?usp=share_link See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.