Bandwagon

Episodes

1. 20

   Turn Out the Lights…

   It's true - the party is over for Bandwagon after 56 episodes. But don't be sad it's over - be happy it happened!

   Sep 18, 2018
2. 19

   Women Dig the Long Ball

   What do (some) women love? The long ball, and a well-executed double play, and great pitching, and hitting streaks, and... you get the picture. Women love baseball, so why aren't more of them in the game? Team Bandwagon discusses... with an actual woman in the game.

   May 24, 2018
3. 18

   Draft Day

   In this week's episode, we dive into everything about the draft in all the major pro sports. As we discuss the recent NFL Draft and evaluate the picks and more. We also talk about the Illinois Marathon that wrapped up this weekend and the One and Done rule in college basketball.

   May 4, 2018
4. 17

   Weather or Not

   Team Bandwagon is back to full strength as we talk about the Boston Marathon as it has Illinois ties, Illini sports and its transfers, and the rise and success of the new franchise in the NHL. Also, we bring in avid NBA fan and producer of the show 21st, Alan Montecillo, as he talks about the NBA...

   Apr 20, 2018
5. 16

   Numbers Never Lie

   The NCAA tournaments have wrapped up, as Team Bandwagon talks about the outcome of both the men's and women's games, Illini Sports, baseball, and more. Also, this week we bring in Fighting Illini Baseball Manager of Analytics Charlie Young as he talks about how he got started and his role on the...

   Apr 6, 2018
6. 15

   Win or Go Home

   It’s the best time of the year...MARCH MADNESS!! We bring in a special guest: ESPN Insider and Illini graduate John Gasaway as he talks about teams that are sleepers, favorites, and Illini basketball. Also, we recap Spring Training, NFL combine and other things around the sports world! So sit…

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   Mar 14, 2018
7. 14

   Hair of the Olympic Dog

   The Bandwagon crew deals with its Winter Olympics hangover by, well, talking about the Winter Olympics. Also: the 411 on what it's really like to drive a Zamboni, bad renditions of the national anthem, and much more, of course.

   Mar 3, 2018
8. 13

   Winter Fun and Winter Games

   Good news, everyone - it's Olympic season!! We recap the early results and the main story lines involving the Games. Also, we have a special guest: Illini Wrestler Isaiah Martinez comes in to discuss his career and MORE. So sit back, relax, and come jump on the Bandwagon!

   Feb 16, 2018
9. 12

   Back in the T-League

   It's a Travis Tate version of the Bandwagon, which means at least 25% more awesomeness - plus tennis, Winter Olympics, the NBA and a lot more!

   Jan 31, 2018
10. 11

    Skating Into 2018

    Who talks about Olympic speed skating, Serena Williams' birth story, the Chicago Bulls' weird fans, running, and yoga all in the same 50-minute span? Bandwagon, of course. HAPPY NEW YEAR.

    Jan 18, 2018
11. 10

    Wrap It Up, We’ll Take It

    Bandwagon's year-end wrap up includes the year's most interesting/compelling stories (according to Brian, Lisa, and John, anyway), an interview with Big Ten Network's Alex Roux, and some MLB Hall of Fame inductee dish. Enjoy!

    Dec 14, 2017
12. 9

    Ella Masar is Kind of a Big Deal

    We chat with Urbana native Ella Masar McLeod, who is making a splash in European professional soccer and now may play for Team Canada in the 2019 World Cup. Plus, why is the men's Big Ten basketball conference starting so early?

    Dec 1, 2017
13. 8

    Working and Trying to Get Better Every Day

    Bandwagon talks to the Nancy Fahey, one of the most successful Division III basketball coaches ever, about the transition to coaching the University of Illinois women's team. Plus all the other usual shenanigans.

    Nov 15, 2017
14. 7

    We Heart That Basketball

    The latest ep has John, Lisa, and Brian firmly ensconced in the season. Which season, you ask? So many possible seasons! Football (which doesn’t come up), soccer (which also doesn’t come up, weirdly), baseball (which does)… but special guest Travis Tate takes us up and down the court, so…

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    Nov 1, 2017
15. 6

    (CUBS) BASEBALL IS (SUPPOSED TO BE) FUN

    What's up with Cubs as they try to defend their crown? Bleacher Nation's Michael Cerami provides analysis and insight. Plus, what's up with U.S Soccer? And Men's College Basketball? And runaway cows?

    Oct 17, 2017
16. 5

    Legends, Lists, Lore and Much Much More

    This episode is almost as jam-packed as the Illini Legends, Lists and Lore book we discuss with author Mike Pearson. Plus, we touch on juiced baseballs, concussions, whistle blowing and football controversies.

    Sep 28, 2017
17. 4

    Getting Into the Swing

    Our intrepid Bandwagoneers do their best (with mixed results) to stick to sports throughout this week's episode, which includes a chat with brand new University of Illinois head volleyball coach Chris Tamas.

    Sep 15, 2017
18. 3

    The Write Stuff?

    In the second episode of the season, the gang chats with The Athletic Chicago's Jon Greenberg about working for a sports journalism startup that focuses on writing. They also revisit the controversy surrounding Renée Richards, and talk about the crazy start to the US Open Tennis Championship.

    Sep 1, 2017
19. 2

    Getting the Band(wagon) Back Together

    Bandwagon's hiatus is O-V-E-R. The third season gets off to a most excellent start with a roundtable discussion of current events in sports, guest Will Leitch talking the death of domes, a controversy involving the "scent of the game" (ew), and some fave moments in social media.

    Aug 16, 2017
20. 1

    Final’s Weak?

    Yep, the Bandwagon lineup is taking a breather for much of the summer. But before we go: We muse on quantifying team chemistry with a scientist who's actually studying it, the work of sportswriter/commentator Frank Deford (who recently retired from NPR), and our pal Travis Tate comes in for the...

    May 13, 2017