Jen, Gabe & Chewy
1,104 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 46 ratingsESPN reporter Jen Lada teams up with Packers Hall of Famer Mark Chmura and longtime ESPN Milwaukee host Gabe Neitzel as they provide unique and raw perspectives on local and national sports headlines.
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7AM: Is It Teeny-Bop Or What?
June 16, 2022 15:26 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBWe've got a bone to pick with New Kids On the Block after they were at Fiserv Forum last night wearing Celtics jerseys. Are we fair in denouncing them? Jen wants to hear from fans who were at the contest...we do and they don't seem to mind. Kristen Lappas joins the show to discuss the latest ESPN 30 for 30, Dream On. We give away more Summerfest tickets and talk about Third Eye Blind.
8AM: I've Never Had 'Em, Let Me Just Qualify That
June 15, 2022 15:18 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBThe celebration for the 50th anniversary of Cousins Subs rolls on! We play Cousins Subs Trivia with Justin McCoy and talk to Cousins Subs President Jason Westhoff. The conversation about the worst bugs comes up because it is National Bug Busting Day. Sophia Minnaert hops on to talk Brewers!
7AM: The Smell Is Very Distracting
June 15, 2022 14:59 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThe show is on the road at Cousins Subs to celebrate their 50th anniversary! Things get predictably out of control in the opening segment as Gabe has to answer for his sins. Are the Packers gonna run the ball more? We debate if that's a good or bad idea. Justin McCoy of Cousins Subs joins us to talk about the anniversary and to share some thoughts on the Brewers. Gabe blames himself for something during Take Out the Trash!
8AM: Once You're A Member Of The Polish Club, You're A Member Of The Polish Club
June 14, 2022 15:17 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThe show continues talking about the heat in Milwaukee and how it impacts the decisions you will be making throughout the day. For people picking 0 degrees on the poll, do they also prefer to see the Packers at Lambeau in freezing temps? We give away another 4-pack of Summerfest tickets. Jason Wilde joins in to talk Packers. Do people like to complain just to complain?
7AM: The Boys Like To Be Tucked In
June 14, 2022 15:15 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBIt's a hot one today! What do you do on days you know it's gonna be hot out? Jen has a personal dilemma and wants some advice. We ask listeners if they'd rather the weather be 0 degrees or 100 degrees out. A discussion breaks out about when a kid stops being a kid and Ashton's mom calls in to reveal a deep secret. Mina Kimes says the Packers defense is a "juggernaut". Is that accurate?
8AM: I'll Go The Jesus Route, OK
June 13, 2022 14:49 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWe go on a deep dive into the Aaron Rodgers-Blu relationship and test our theories about the situation. Ashton thinks dating a Witch would be fun. Chewy is made uncomfortable by all of it. Where is your freezer located? One of Jen's friends said on the right, but that's literally never been a thing. Why did Chewy tell Greg Scalzo Jesus died at 33?
7AM: Have You Done Any Penetrating Yet?
June 13, 2022 14:47 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBGabe's off for more Wedding celebrations but Jen is back! She and Chewy recap the weekend with Number 1s and Number 2s, discussing Gabe's Wedding. Homer calls in to defend himself to Chewy. Jen thinks she shouldn't be at fault for the show not getting a picture together and actually blames Gabe. She had an interesting time at Disney in Orlando and tells us why she's afraid now for an HR call. Are the Packers better off going out and getting a WR or using what they've got?
8AM: Her Brothers Are Trying To Figure Out Who Drew The Penis
June 10, 2022 16:07 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBThe conversation shifts back to Wedding talk after Gabe was called out by Jesse Nelson & Tausch in defense of Ben. This leads to stories of Wedding mishaps. Davante Adams said some things about leaving the Packers that have Chewy and Gabe asking questions. We give away Summerfest tickets and talk about Aaron Rodgers' new beau, Blu. Where is "up north"?
7AM: The Worst-Kept Secret Known To Mankind
June 10, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIt's the last day of Jen-less Week! The boys talk about Gabe's lack of nerves for his Wedding this weekend. Tony La Russa made yet another dumb decision and it begs the question: can you admit when you're wrong? Jason Wilde & Craig Karmazin join the conversation.
8AM: Good God, Did This Just Happen!?
June 09, 2022 14:57 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBThe hour starts with some Wedding talk after a listener asks for the show's advice in picking a best man. We are not helpful in any way. Chewy tries to rope Ashton, someone, anyone into creating drama with him on Saturday at Gabe's Wedding. We talk Tom Cruise during perhaps the longest Top 8 at 8 in history. Ben Brust joins the show to tell his side of the +1 Saga and Chewy makes him regret it.
7AM: Ass Sweat Is The Worst Of The Sweats
June 09, 2022 14:48 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBAnother day without Jen, another rndom conversation to start the show. Do you wipe down the equipment after you use it at the gym? Chewy doesn't. Kyle Brandt implies that he blindly trusts Aaron Rodgers to have success, which leads Gabe to ask fans who else they blindly trust and explains why Jon Horst is his pick. Jason Wilde joins in. There's some discussion about the Bucks offseason plans with Pat Connaughton and Bobby Portis. Who are Chewy and Gabe's favorite pro wrestlers in history?
8AM: Why Do You Need To Have The Milk Turn Red?
June 08, 2022 15:14 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThe conversation about liking Aaron Rodgers continues and we talk about athletes that are likeable as broadcasters. Gabe takes umbrage with a new cereal that might be hitting the shelves soon during Take Out the Trash. Sophia Minnaert joins in on the fun! Broadcast jinxes are brought up because of Josh Hader.
7AM: I'd Love To Go See Wiz
June 08, 2022 15:09 - 45 minutes - 42 MBChewy opens the show with the self-realization that he says "Right?" a lot. Which is true. Keyshawn Johnson said he likes Aaron Rodgers more today than a month ago. Gabe asks if fans agree. Do kids today recognize athletes the same way we used to as kids? Allen Lazard is a no-show and Chewy thinks it's a bad move. Summerfest is brought up as we give away a 4-pack of tickets!
8AM: We're A Show For Idiots
June 07, 2022 15:18 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBThe title pretty much speaks for itself this hour. What condiments would you name your kids after? Chewy and Ashton try to scheme their plans for Gabe's wedding this weekend which leads to a ton of questions. Gabe explains why he doesn't really care who wears what and how he is staying as drama-free as possible. Plus, there IS some Packers talk as the guys try to determine what the offense will look like in terms of run/pass ratio.
7AM: Man, They Really Love Pudding Up Here
June 07, 2022 15:11 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBThe Jen-less week continues! Gabe opens the show asking if there's anything that people have done in their regular lives as impressive as Josh Hader's current scoreless streak. This turns into a conversation on ordering the same thing at restaurants. Jason Wilde joins. Christian Watson is currently +800 to win Offensive RoY...how?? Chewy claims that there are no East Coast things that only exist out East, like there are with things in Wisconsin and the Midwest.
8AM: Am I Too Hard?
June 06, 2022 14:49 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBCheyw has some hot takes to share about Top Gun: Maverick because he saw it and said it wasn't that good. Gabe & Ashton badger him for his reasons and find out what movies ARE good movies to him. A potential segment idea comes to mind! We react to the news that Aaron Rodgers is coming to mandatory minicamp, as reported by Tom Pelissero. A solid Chewy and Reggie White story of minicamp. There's a caller who agrees with Chewy about Top Gun: Maverick.
7AM: Kids Never Meet Your Heroes
June 06, 2022 14:46 - 45 minutes - 42 MBWe are Jen-less this week! The show starts with Number 1s and 2s from the guys over the weekend. One of Chewy's 2s was the lack of Packers veterans at OTAs, which leads to a conversation about why or why not guys showing up matters. Gabe (and caller Dan) are a little worried about the injury status of David Bakhtiari. Is wearing a t-shirt with your own face on it tacky?
8AM: Would You Like My Take On Bacon?
June 03, 2022 14:34 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBIt's time to talk about the important stuff. Gabe and Cousins Subs Sub of the Day Eric Nehm dive into breakfast foods as today is both National Donut and National Egg Day. What is your go-to breakfast order? Savory? Sweet? The guys give theirs and take fans'. Ashton has some questionable food takes that get discovered. How do you consume TV shows? Binge or not?
7AM: I Just Like Food
June 03, 2022 14:31 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBThe Athletic's Eric Nehm is in with Gabe as today's Cousins Subs Sub of the Day! He starts the show by asking if the Brewers can actually ever win the World Series based on how MLB operates with no salary cap. Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join in. Gabe is mad at Chris Canty.
8AM: The Indecent Proposal Wormhole
June 02, 2022 14:58 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBThe conversation continues for Jen & Gabe about the importance of OTAs. Gabe argues that no one ever hears about OTAs when a team wins a Super Bowl so it doesn't really matter. We guess franchise values during Top 8 at 8. Were Tommy Pham and Joc Pederson really in a spat? How angry does fantasy football really make people? Robert Redford's handsomeness is discussed.
7AM: Really Blitz That Sucker
June 02, 2022 14:56 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIt's the day after Aaron Rodgers' appearance on The Match and we...were not entertained. How can it be fixed? Speaking of golf, Dustin Johnson is getting a boatload of money to join the Saudi-backed league. That conversation leads to Ashton learning about the movie Indecent Proposal. Jason Wilde joins. It's National Rocky Road Day, but Jen & Gabe are on galactically opposite sides as to that flavor's merits. The show starts to talk about the importance of OTAs.
8AM: I've Been Dealing With Rejection My Whole Life
June 01, 2022 15:08 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBBingo or Chuk-O? We try to figure out some selections for our card for fans watching The Match. It's National Dinosaur Day and Gabe has a question for Ashton. Everyone's got beef with someone during this week's Take Out the Trash. Sophia Minnaert jumps in on the action!
7AM: Is He Too Pretty To Be Feared?
June 01, 2022 15:05 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIs Matt LaFleur able to inspire a room the way he needs in order to win a Super Bowl? We ask that question based on his comments Tuesday at Packers OTAs in which he seemed frustrated by the lack of Packers vets. Aaron Donald is thinking about hangin up the cleats and Jen is on board. Aaron Rodgers is taking part in The Match today! The show tries to come up with some sort of Bingo card for viewers on things that might be said.
8AM: When Two Ninjas Love Eachother...
May 31, 2022 14:59 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe show puts a bow on the Trial of Ashy. Hey, the Brewers are doing pretty great despite the injury bug biting them! Jen asks a philosophical question about being at some sort of event in a stadium: do you walk in the rows butt-first or front-first? A lot of opinions and conjectures follow from listeners. Are you disappointed in the Bucks not being in the Finals? Some final hope for Gabe about his lost luggage.
7AM: Hussy!
May 31, 2022 14:54 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBGabe's back from Scotland! But his clothes aren't...what happened?? We hear the story and ask listeners how they'd handle it. Jason Wilde joins the show. Jen & Gabe take umbrage with Ashton for being in another show's group chat. Is he in the wrong? Speaking of this other group chat, they've roped Ashton into a bet and Jen & Gabe try to figure out the parameters.
8AM: I Wanna Be The One Wearing The Happy Sack
May 27, 2022 14:40 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBIs Tom Brady worse than Aaron Rodgers? That question is brought up after an article published by The Athletic about the upcoming 'The Match' golf event. Why are some people in the spotlight viewed negatively more than others? Can you have more than one best friend? And do your significant others not like your friends? Sophia Minnaert hops on.
7AM: I Would Say My Family Is Not Cheap Enough
May 27, 2022 14:38 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJen's back! And it's a Friday...so let's get weird. Giannis says Los Angeles is too expensive. We dive into what ways we are cheap/frugal/economical and ask for listeners to chime in. Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join to share their thoughts. Ashton has a bone to pick with Oreo.
8AM: What Are The Teachers Doing For a One Year-Old?
May 26, 2022 14:48 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBScalzo and Chewy start the hour with a continued discussion about the show poll of the day: Deguara or Amari? Top 8 at 8 stumps the guys about rushing TDs in 2021. Scalz has an issue that he needs help on...how much is he supposed to chip in for a year-end gift for his child's teacher? The guys argue about the guy who handles the Stanley Cup being lame or not.
7AM: You Bleepin' Piece Of Bleep
May 26, 2022 14:44 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBGreg Scalzo in with Chewy as today's Cousins Subs Sub of the Day! What's the deal with Sammy Watkins not showing up to OTAs. Chewy's got an issue with it and thinks Matt LaFleur is mad. Jason Wilde joins the show. Which pass-catcher is more likely to make a jump in 2022...Beefy 8 or Gunga Head? Chewy's wife got thrown out of a store. Again.
8AM: Bangers 'N' Mash
May 25, 2022 15:19 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBIt's been an hour, so let's try and get Gabe on the line again. Hey, he answered! The guys talk to Gabe about Scotland before getting some takes off their chest during Take Out the Trash. Greg Matzek is today's Cousins Subs Sub of the Day which means...we play Guess Your Teammate! Why isn't Sammy Watkins at OTAs? Chewy doesn't get it.
7AM: I Assume There's A Clock Involved
May 25, 2022 15:15 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBGreg Matzek is in as today's Cousins Subs Sub of the Day! He and Chewy try to call Gabe in Scotland but to no avail. Packers OTAs are underway, with no Aaron Rodgers. Does that bother people? Chewy thinks it shows how soft the NFL has gotten and wants to know two things: when did the 'O' come to mean 'optional' and could his Packers Super Bowl team beat any one of Aaron Rodgers' teams? Homer calls in to try and broker some peace between Chewy and Terrell Buckley.
8AM: Can You Say That On The Radio?
May 24, 2022 15:04 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBDo you organize your utensil drawer in your kitchen? Jen, Chewy, and Ashton debate if organization in the kitchen is considered serial killer behavior or not. Which last-place team in the NFL in 2021 is poised to make the playoffs in 2022? We discuss. Do you watch Hard Knocks? The Cardinals are the team this season. How do you approach seeing famous people in public?
7AM: I Did It All For The Wookie
May 24, 2022 14:56 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOTAs are here for the Packers! Do you care that Aaron Rodgers isn't in Green Bay to partake? Dan Orlovsky says he doesn't think it's a big deal. Jen & Chewy react and ask about Christian Watson's expectations for the season. Jason Wilde joins. What are some things people do that make you think they're a serial killer?
8AM: We Can't Call Them The Milwaukee Pfisters
May 23, 2022 14:32 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBThe conversation about team names continues! Can anyone come up with something better than Ashton's Pterodactyls? Chewy tries to give some sort of name criterion. Jen asks if Packers fans are happy to not have an owner based on some of the most recent Daniel Snyder news.
7AM: I Am Out On Snake People
May 23, 2022 14:30 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBJen came to the realization over the weekend that she's old and wants to know when that happened. We share our weekend Number 1s and Number 2s! Milwaukee might be getting a pro soccer team? What should it be named? What if it was a different sport? We open the lines and take fan suggestions for names.
8AM: Next Time He Goes To Brunch, He's Not Paying
May 20, 2022 17:42 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBPackers OTAs begin next week, so we dive into what kind of involvement Aaron Rodgers may or may not have when it comes to participation. What involvement should he have? Jen gives her best attempt at Scottish accents. Gabe's got an issue with a friend and is feuding with him, but we don't think he actually understands what a feud is.
7AM: If Angie Hit Me, It'd Look A Lot Worse
May 20, 2022 17:39 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJimbo Fisher is going after Nick Saban for comments made by the Alabama head coach. Is anyone taking Saban's side here? Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join. Chewy tells us about his ongoing feud with his neighbor/friend Chernobyl Corn.
8AM: It Started To Harden
May 19, 2022 14:52 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThe NCAA is relaxing its conference championship rules. Does this hurt the Badgers? A lengthy Top 8 at 8 sees us remember some guys from the Brewers. Gabe is distracted by Tiger at the PGA Championship. Jen asks if Jaire Alexander might ever become similar to Charles Woodson when it comes to style of play. Recapping the polls.
7AM: That's Not Blowing My Skirt Up
May 19, 2022 14:50 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThe Packers have been ranked 7th by NFL Network's offensive projections. Chewy thinks that's asinine and explains his reasoning. Jason Wilde joins. We get sidetracked because Chewy thinks it would be cool to see in just Black & White? Ok. Plenty of old things are making comebacks, like the Ford Bronco. Is OJ Simpson the first thing you think of when it comes to the Bronco?
8AM: I Never Planned It To Be This Deep
May 18, 2022 15:47 - 44 minutes - 41 MBThere's a bit of a dissection of Chewy's usage of a specific word to end hour one. We recap some of the polls of the day. Justin McCoy from Cousins Subs joins the fun! We're joined by Sophia Minnaert for some baseball and nonsense. There's a couple in India suing their children for not yet giving them grandchildren.
7AM: So What, He's Kicked A Couple Guys In The Jimmy
May 18, 2022 15:40 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBThe show opens with a bit of a smorgasbord as we try to figure out exactly how Chewy struggled so mightily on Tuesday. Then we talk about the NBA playoffs and who Bucks fans might be rooting for at this point. Are the Packers a Top-5 team? That question is discussed among the panel and put on the poll. Plus, we've gotta Take Out the Trash a little early today and that leads to Chewy calling Tom Brady something you can't say on the radio.
8AM: What Kind Of Special A-Hole Are You?
May 17, 2022 14:39 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBHow does the Packers Super Bowl window change with the extension of Jaire Alexander? Is it impacted at all? Chewy goes through the newest NFL Power Rankings from ESPN. Scalzo & Brust had an interesting discussion about tipping that we involve ourselves with. What are all the rules for tipping??
7AM: You Give Me Your Load, Then We'll Talk
May 17, 2022 14:36 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBJaire's staying put! The crew shares their reaction to the Jaire Alexander extension, with some differing takes on what it means. Jason Wilde hops on the show. What are you supposed to do with foul balls at a baseball game? Ashton saw some interesting behavior that prompts that question.
8AM: It's Fine
May 16, 2022 14:21 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBThe show continues its Bucks post-mortem. Ime Udoka made some interesting comments about the Bucks. Looking forward, what has to change? And why is Grayson Allen's play getting a pass!? Continued calls from fans. Was this season a disappointment overall? That question is asked. Goldfish and jinxes.
7AM: Too Much Bangin'
May 16, 2022 14:18 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThe show opens up with our Number 1s and Number 2s from the weekend...which are mostly Bucks-related. Then it's all about the Bucks loss to the Celtics. How are fans feeling and who are they blaming? The Talk & Text Line opens up for fans to chime in! We take each caller's biggest criticisms.
8AM: I Lost My Nut
May 13, 2022 15:01 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBWe shift to the Packers schedule release. Isn't it kinda weird that they chose the December bye week? Also, Kyle Brandt had something interesting to say about the return of Mike McCarthy against Aaron Rodgers. Ashton called Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel to get some answers about weddings on Friday the 13th. Gabe give his final temperature check about the Bucks game tonight!
7AM: Was She Talking About Clarice?
May 13, 2022 14:56 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIt's a Bucks game day! Gabe's a little nervous about Game 6, but Chewy has already talked to Nostradamus, so we know what's gonna happen. Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join in on the fun. Would you get married on a Friday the 13th? Interesting questio from Chewy.
8AM: I'm Usually Not Mining My Own Turds
May 12, 2022 14:55 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBThe show continues talking about the Bucks win over the Celtics in Game 5. THEN we derail the conversation to talk about...actually, not important. Top 8 at 8 remembers some guys who have scored 40 points in the playoffs. Do you want to see Khris Middleton back in this series. Jen's got a thought on dining.
7AM: Box By Three
May 12, 2022 14:52 - 46 minutes - 43 MBBucks win! Holy Toledo! And Chewy was right!? The show reacts to the Bucks comeback win over the Celtics in Game 5 of their series. A game in which Chewy predicted. Jason Wilde joins the show. And Stan Van Gundy takes aim at Tacko Fall's height.
8AM: There's A Lot Of Kids Out There That Smoke Weed
May 11, 2022 14:49 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWe continue talking about the Bucks-Celtics series, trying to decipher how nervous we can really be at this point. Is Khris coming back soon? Someone really has to start stepping up. Jen gets mad at the weather during Take Out the Trash. Our pal Sophia Minnaert talks Crew and movies with us. More responses from fans on the Talk & Text Line for movie remakes.