Badger Connect Podcast

Episode 15: Chris Clark - Wisconsin’s Director of Rowing

Episode 15: Chris Clark | Director of Rowing For nearly three decades, Chris Clark helped shape one of the most successful programs in Wisconsin Athletics history. Now serving as Wisconsin's Director of Rowing, Clark joins Mike Heller to discuss his remarkable journey, the evolution of Badger rowing, and what makes Wisconsin such a special place to build a championship culture. In this episode, Chris shares stories from his coaching career, lessons learned from nearly 30 years at Wisconsin, the unique tradition of Badger rowing, and his perspective on leadership, culture, and developing student-athletes. Whether you're a lifelong Badger fan or simply enjoy hearing from leaders who have built lasting success, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Subscribe to the Badger Connect Podcast for new episodes every week featuring athletes, coaches, and personalities from across Wisconsin Athletics. #Badgers #WisconsinRowing #BadgerConnect #WisconsinAthletics #ChrisClark #MikeHeller #OnWisconsin 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 [Badgerconnect.com]

Episode 14: Wisconsin Basketball’s Zach Kinziger and Will Garlock

Episode 14 of the Badger Connect Podcast features Wisconsin Men’s Basketball players Zach Kinziger and Will Garlock. Zach and Will join Mike Heller to discuss their basketball journeys, what led them to Wisconsin, and their experiences inside the program. The conversation covers their player development, team culture, life as a Badger student-athlete, and what fans can expect from the future of Wisconsin Basketball. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at two rising members of the program and the work that goes into competing at the highest level of college basketball. Watch now or listen wherever you get your podcasts. 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 [Badgerconnect.com]

Episode 13: Wisconsin QB Colton Joseph and David Joseph

Episode 13 of the Badger Connect Podcast features Wisconsin quarterback Colton Joseph and his father, David Joseph. Colton joins Mike Heller to discuss his journey from Old Dominion to Wisconsin after a breakout season that earned him Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year honors. The conversation dives into his dual-threat playing style, adapting to Madison, and the excitement surrounding the future of Wisconsin Football. David also joins the podcast to share stories about Colton’s upbringing, their family’s football background, and what it has been like watching his son’s journey to becoming one of the most talked about quarterbacks in college football. Watch now on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. 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 [Badgerconnect.com]

Episode 12: Pat Lambert - Wisconsin Football Director of Recruiting

On Episode 12 of the Badger Connect Podcast, Mike Heller sits down with Wisconsin Football Director of Recruiting Pat Lambert. Pat shares insights into the recruiting process at Wisconsin, the changing landscape of college football, and what it takes to identify and bring elite talent to the Badgers. Watch the full episode on YouTube  #onwisconsin #badgers #badgerconnect #wisconsin #wisconsinfootball 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 [Badgerconnect.com]

Episode 11: Brian Butch joins Badger Connect!

Former Wisconsin Basketball standout Brian Butch joins the Badger Connect Podcast to announce his new role as the Badger Connect Communities Relations Coordinator. In this episode, Brian joins Mike Heller to discuss the launch of Badger Connect Communities, a new statewide initiative focused on connecting Wisconsin schools and communities with Wisconsin Athletics through exclusive content, experiences, and opportunities. We also dive into Brian’s basketball journey, broadcasting career, passion for Wisconsin athletics, and why this new program matters to communities across the state. Watch now and learn more about what’s ahead for Badger Connect Communities. #BadgerConnect #BrianButch #WisconsinBadgers #BadgerConnectCommunities 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 [Badgerconnect.com]