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.

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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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  Episode #25

  Episode 25: Lauren Carlini & Sydney Hilley - Badger Volleyball Legends

  Aug 20, 202647 min

  Two Wisconsin Volleyball legends join the Badger Connect Podcast! Lauren Carlini and Sydney Hilley sit down with Mike Heller to talk about their journeys at Wisconsin, the growth of the Badger Volleyball program and the experiences that helped shape their careers on and off the court. The two former Badger All-Americans look back on their time in Madison, share stories from inside the program and discuss what it means to remain connected to Wisconsin Volleyball after their playing days at the Field House. It’s a conversation with two of the most accomplished players in program history and two athletes who helped build Wisconsin Volleyball into what it is today. Episode 25 of the Badger Connect Podcast — featuring Lauren Carlini and Sydney Hilley. Subscribe to Badger Connect for more conversations with Wisconsin athletes, coaches and Badger legends. #WisconsinVolleyball #Badgers #OnWisconsin #BadgerConnect #NCAAVolleyball 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 #24

  Episode 24: Badger Hockey's Oliver Tulk

  Aug 13, 202636 min

  On Episode 24 of the Badger Connect Podcast , Mike Heller sits down with Wisconsin men’s hockey forward Oliver Tulk to discuss his path from Canada to Madison, adapting to college hockey, and what it means to wear the Motion W. Oliver shares stories from his hockey journey, life with his teammates, and the experiences that have shaped him both on and off the ice. Whether you’re a Badger hockey fan or just enjoy hearing the personal stories behind Wisconsin athletics, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Watch the full episode here on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe for new Badger Connect Podcast episodes every week featuring Wisconsin student-athletes, coaches, staff, 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 #23

  Episode 23: Badger Volleyball's Kristen Simon

  Aug 6, 202650 min

  What does it take to build a championship culture behind the scenes? On Episode 23 of the Badger Connect Podcast , Mike Heller is joined by Kristen Simon for a conversation about the work that often goes unnoticed but plays a major role in Wisconsin Athletics. From her path to Madison to the relationships she’s built with student-athletes, Kristen shares what drives her every day and why she’s passionate about helping Badgers succeed. Whether you’re a longtime Wisconsin fan or just enjoy hearing the stories behind the program, this episode offers a unique perspective you won’t hear very often. Watch the full episode here on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe for new Badger Connect Podcast episodes every week featuring Wisconsin student-athletes, coaches, staff, 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 #22

  Episode 22: Badger Football's Matt Jung & Chris Brooks Jr.

  Jul 30, 202652 min

  On Episode 22 of the Badger Connect Podcast , Mike Heller sits down with Wisconsin football teammates Matt Jung and Chris Brooks Jr. for a conversation that’s equal parts football and personality. From how their friendship developed to life inside the Badgers program, the two share stories, jokes, and a few moments fans probably haven’t heard before. If you’re looking for a laid-back conversation that gives you a better feel for the people behind the helmets, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch the full episode here on YouTube. Subscribe for new episodes every week featuring Wisconsin student-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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