The Swing: A Wisconsin Badgers Basketball Podcast

Chucky Hepburn is in the transfer portal. Zach and Jesse talk about the decision, what it means for Wisconsin now and how the Badgers go about potentially replacing their starting point guard in the portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connor Essegian is in the transfer portal. Zach and Jesse discuss that news, while also diving into what went wrong against JMU, the uncertainty around AJ Storr, the transfer portal, what success should look like under Greg Gard and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers know their opening round opponent in the NCAAs. Zach and Jesse talk about the game against James Madison, but also look back at a great performance by the team in Minneapolis and what it means for them in the Big Dance. They close by answering some of your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin closed out its conference schedule with a loss at Purdue to finish 19-12. Zach and Jesse discuss whether the regular season was a success, takeaways from the Rutgers and Purdue game, the Badgers chances at the Big Ten Tournament and the guys answer some Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Badgers great Josh Gasser joins the show to talk about his career at Wisconsin, the two runs to the Final Four, his take on this year's team and Greg Gard's job status. Zach and Jesse also talk about where Wisconsin sits in NCAA tourney projections, the importance of a win over Rutgers and Howard Moore's emotional return to the Kohl Center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin closed the month of February with a loss at Indiana. Zach and Jesse talk about whether it was the worst month for the team, the fire alarm that led to a 25-minute delay in Bloomington, whether the Badgers are in for a short March, Greg Gard's performance and discussion on Bo Ryan's Hall of Fame candidacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin won for just a second time in its last seven games. Zach and Jesse talk about the win over Maryland, some lingering concerns and a change in the rotation. Then the guys are joined by former Badgers All-American Jordan Taylor to talk about his time at Wisconsin, in the professional ranks, a fun recruiting story and what he sees from this year's team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has lost four straight game for the first time in six years. Zach and Jesse discuss whether it's time to hit the panic button, the Badgers struggles with turnovers and whether there are any potential fixes to get Wisconsin back to playing the way it was prior to the last two weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was an 0-2 week for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the two losses, reasons for concern, whether it's too early to push the panic button, Chucky Hepburn's offense and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin kept its winning ways going last week and is now up to No. 6 in the AP poll. Grant Bilse joins Jesse to talk about the defense bouncing back against the Spartans, certain players excelling in focused roles, Tom Izzo comparing Chucky Hepburn to Mateen Cleaves and a fun story Jesse is writing on the Badgers strength coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Klesmit -- one of the hottest shooters in the country -- joins the show (23:42) to talk about his recent tear, what's working so well offensively for the team, the elbow he took to the face vs Indiana, where things have to be cleaned up defensively and more. Zach and Jesse also discuss what Klesmit has done the last couple weeks, the importance of the upcoming 4-game stretch, some questions around the defense and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are 5-0 in Big Ten play for the first time in 16 years. Zach and Jesse are joined by assistant Sharif Chambliss to discuss the great start and what's different from last year. The guys also discuss Max Klesmit's big week and debate whether this is Greg Gard's best team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's offense underwent a transformation in the offseason. Zach and Jesse discuss what has changed, why it's working and why it's sustainable. They also chat about Connor Essegian's return to productivity and where the Badgers stand two months out from Selection Sunday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach and Jesse discuss Wisconsin's win over Iowa, including the excitement that AJ Storr brings, two clutch plays from Chucky Hepburn and the Badgers offensive prowess despite not hitting 3-pointers. Then BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin joins the show to talk about what he's seen from Wisconsin, where the Badgers stand in the Big Ten and whether they could be a team that makes the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, a pod about Wisconsin basketball starts with discussion on new quarterback Tyler Van Dyke. Then the guys get into some takeaways from a tough outing at Arizona. They also touch on the alternate uniforms the Badgers will wear, and answer questions on John Blackwell being a potential starter, Steven Crowl not shooting open 3-pointers and Carter Gilmore's role on offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How bout those Badgers?!? Wisconsin opens its three-game gauntlet with two wins. Zach and Jesse look back at the victories over Marquette and Michigan State, discuss what's different about the team from last year in tight games, the impressive offensive rebounding and look ahead to No. 1 Arizona. They also get to questions on Connor Essegian, what expectations should be for the rest of the year and what could limit them from reaching those. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Swing is BACK! Zach and Jesse return for the first show of the fall by talking with freshman guard John Blackwell about his upbringing, the transition to college, his impact on this year's team and more. They also give their early season thoughts on where the team is, the tough schedule they face in the next week and they get to your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Swing is back to talk about the commitment of 4-star guard Daniel Freitag and what it means for coach Greg Gard and the Badgers. They also dive into the recruitment of other 2024 players, along with a look ahead at what is in store for the 2023-2024 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are still playing in March. They beat Bradley and Liberty to advance in the NIT. Zach and Jesse talk about the big efforts from Steven Crowl and Chucky Hepburn, the great play late from Max Klesmit on Sunday, whether making a run in the NIT is better than losing early in the NCAAs and they answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are in the NIT. Zach and Jesse talk about the letdown at the Big Ten Tournament, the importance of the NIT for the program, Greg Gard's future and they answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.