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What is the Illini Inquirer podcast?

Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast on Apple Podcasts Illini Inquirer staff members Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper, Joey Wagner and others discuss all things Illinois Fighting Illini athletics.

What is the locked on Fighting Illini podcast?

Locked On Fighting Illini is proud to be part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Eli Hershkovich breaks down college basketball programs in Illinois every week, including Loyola, the Illini, Northwestern, ISU, SIU, DePaul and UIC.

How many Illini players are in the transfer portal?

Episode 148: Pondering the portal: Nearly 1,500 players are in the transfer portal, including two now former Illini. Beat writer Scott Richey discusses that growing part of college basketball and the coaching carousel coming for some Illinois assistants in this week's episode of "Inside Illini Basketball."

What is the Dr Ken podcast?

Formerly CFRCast - The Dr. Ken Podcast covers sports and sports radio discussion as well as national stories, current events, TV & Movies, and the various weird stories of the week as seen through the weird hosts of the week.

Who are the guys that talk about Bret Bielema?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the brouhaha around Bret Bielema's blunt comments about the Illinois football roster. The guys provide context to what Bielema was saying, the fallout of it (both inside and outside the team) and the potential impact of the online outrage moving forward. Then the guys discuss actual recruiting, including the meteoric rise of Chicago Marist LB Jimmy Rolder, Joey's observations of OL Joey Okla, his upcoming trip to see QB Donovan Leary, transfer needs and remaining Class of 2022 targets.

Who are the X-factors for the Illinois basketball team?

The guys discuss expectations with Kofi Cockburn, Andre Curbelo, Trent Frazier, Da'Monte Williams and so many others returning, they discuss X-factors such as Omar Payne, Austin Hutcherson, Coleman Hawkins and Alfonso Plummer and they discuss how the team could play differently than last season. Piper then breaks down the latest in Class of 2022 recruiting and remaining targets before discussing a big 2024 in-state recruiting weekend. The guys wrap up the podcast with their preseason Big Ten rankings.

What episode of Inside Illini Basketball is Contend in the Big Ten?

Episode 129: Contend in the Big Ten, contend nationally: Illinois coach Brad Underwood made sure to mention that a Braggin' Rights loss to Missouri didn't change his team's goal for the 2020-21 season. Contend for a Big Ten title, and you'll probably contend nationally, too. That's the Illini's focus with conference play beginning this week. Beat writer Scott Richey dives into that in this week's episode of "Inside Illini Basketball."

When is the last slow time for Illinois basketball?

Episode 166: All recruiting, all the time: Early September mark s the last "slow" time for Illinois basketball after a busy offseason and before the 2021-22 campaign begins. Recruiting, of course, never stops. Beat writer Scott Richey has the breakdown on some names to know in this week's episode of Inside Illini Basketball.

What episode is Brad Underwood still searching for a third assistant coach?

Episode 153 : Back to normal?: Brad Underwood is still searching for a third assistant coach, but everything else is seemingly back to normal for Illinois hoops. Campus visits are back on the schedule, recruiting is only bound to pick up and summer workouts are right around the corner. Beat writer Scott Richey breaks it all down in this week's episode of Inside Illini Basketball.

What episode is Brad Underwood on Inside Illini?

Episode 154: Recruiting, always recruiting: Brad Underwood still has a couple staff positions to fill, but recruiting is picking up even more this week with coaches on the road recruiting in addition to visitors making their way to campus. Beat writer Scott Richey breaks it down in this week's Inside Illini Basketball

What did we learn episode 173?

Any other takeaways? They have to be tempered by the level of opponent. Beat writer Scott Richey dives deep in this week's Inside Illini Basketball.

How many players are in the transfer portal?

Episode 148: Pondering the portal: Nearly 1,500 players are in the transfer portal, including two now former Illini. Beat writer Scott Richey discusses that growing part of college basketball and the coaching carousel coming for some Illinois assistants in this week's episode of "Inside Illini Basketball."

Why is episode 141 on Inside Illini?

Episode 141: Reason to celebrate: Lost in the chaos that came from discussing Illinois' Big Ten title candidacy is the fact the team is in the midst of one of the best seasons in program history. Celebrate it a little, Illini fans. There's plenty of reasons. A top three team. A probable No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament. A national player of the year contender. Beat writer Scott Richey discusses it all in this week's episode of "Inside Illini Basketball."

Who are the guys on the Illini Inquirer podcast?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football's skid-busting 24-14 win over Charlotte. The guys discuss Chase Brown's huge day and the Illini rushing attack's ability to bully the 49ers. But the guys also discuss the passing attack's continued struggles with Brandon Peters at quarterback and what it says that Illinois continues to commit to the super senior. The guys end the podcast throwing flowers at Illinois defensive coordinator Ryan Walters' group, which shut out the 49ers in the second half. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who did the Illini Inquirer interview with?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois basketball's 94-79 win over Indiana (Pa.) and why a sloppy performance thrilled Brad Underwood. The guys discuss the impact of missing Austin Hutcherson, Trent Frazier and Da'Monte Williams due to injuries, especially on defense. Then the guys discuss some positives, including Coleman Hawkins in the starting lineup, Kofi Cockburn's dominance, some senior shooters and some signs from two freshmen. The guys wrap up discussing the speculation about a potential Kofi Cockburn suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who did the Illini play without?

They talk about how the Illini played without guards Andre Curbelo (concussion protocol), Trent Frazier (shoulder) and Austin Hutcherson (tailbone) and the positives from the available role players, including Jacob Grandison and Coleman Hawkins, as well as some negatives. Then the guys look ahead to Arkansas State before breaking down the Illini's Class of 2022 recruiting class before the early signing period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who are the guys that talk about Bret Bielema?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the brouhaha around Bret Bielema's blunt comments about the Illinois football roster. The guys provide context to what Bielema was saying, the fallout of it (both inside and outside the team) and the potential impact of the online outrage moving forward. Then the guys discuss actual recruiting, including the meteoric rise of Chicago Marist LB Jimmy Rolder, Joey's observations of OL Joey Okla, his upcoming trip to see QB Donovan Leary, transfer needs and remaining Class of 2022 targets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is University of Illinois podcast?

A podcast discussing all University of Illinois sports with a focus on football and men’s basketball. We typically have four people on the podcast but are in the process of adding guests and interview audio to our dynamic. We react to breaking news like transfers and draft options as well as provide sports news and updates from Illini and professional sports.

Who is the host of the Locked On Fighting Illini podcast?

Ricky Widmer brings you daily coverage of the Illinois Fighting Illini with the Locked On Fighting Illini Podcast. Locked On Fighting Illini brings Illini fans the latest news and comprehensive coverage when it comes to the Illinois football and basketball programs as well as a look at the other teams in the Illinois athletic department. Ricky gives you his unique insights about the Illini all year long. Locked On Fighting Illini is proud to be part of the Locked On Podcast Network.

How much money has Cradle Cincinnati raised?

In the eight years since its founding, Cradle Cincinnati has raised more than $25 million for its cause and built dozens of partnerships within the community to save lives. His work for Cradle Cincinnati has included community engagement, strategic planning and evaluation, and communications and media strategy.

Who is the Illini beat reporter?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner talk with newest Illini beat reporter James Boyd, who will cover Illinois athletics for Lee Enterprises newspapers, including for newspapers in St. Louis, Decatur, Bloomington, Mattoon and the Quad Cities. James discusses getting the gig, his time at the Northwest Indiana Times, how he approaches the …

Who are the guys in the Illini Inquirer?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss all things Illinois basketball with in-person recruiting re-opening. The guys start by diving into Kofi Cockburn's reported NBA Draft decision and the still-vacant assistant coaching position. Then the guys discuss how Illinois basketball will approach in-person recruiting and visits this mont…

Who is the 200 level podcast?

The 200 Level Podcast's Mike Carpenter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss all the summer storylines for Illinois athletics. The guys discuss fans returning to the stands and the state of Illinois football and basketball, including impressions of Bret Bielema's first offseason and an offseason of change for Illini basketball. Learn mor…

Who is the host of Everything UVA?

Everything UVA for Sports Drink. Hosted by Robert Elder and Dustin Jones about their love affair with UVA, sports, and UVA sports.

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