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Jen, Gabe & Chewy

1,047 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 41 ratings

ESPN 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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Episodes

7AM: Off The Rails

March 23, 2021 13:20 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

NFL Network's Mike Silver says the Packers and Aaron Rodgers are working on a contract restructure, but where did that info come from? The crew reacts to those comments and gets Jason Wilde's take. They examine why the Brady/Rodgers contracts can't be compared, and get taken off the rails by Chewy.

8AM: It's In The Jeans

March 22, 2021 14:03 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

What's next for Davante Adams? Maybe he's attached to the hip of Aaron Rodgers as much as fans might believe. The crew continues to discuss his future in Green Bay, discusses how people get their nicknames, and talk jeans.

7AM: Playing With Fire

March 22, 2021 13:06 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Happy Monday! Things start off with the crew giving their Number 1s and Number 2s from the weekend, then the conversation shifts to the Packers inactivity in free agency, with Jen asking if the team is being smart or cheap? And there are a lot of words around [bleep] that can't be said on the way to [bleep].

8AM: R-E-S-P-E-C-T

March 19, 2021 14:08 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

The crew is still wondering where the Packers stand with the Aaron Rodgers roster bonus deadline, trying to figure out where Aaron's mindset might be. Plus, a rousing edition of Hot & Cold, and we've gotta get you ready for the First Round of NCAA Tourney games.

7AM: I Don't Get It

March 19, 2021 13:04 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Why haven't the Packers dealt with Aaron Rodgers contract situation yet? Jen doesn't get it, and isn't feeling much better after Gabe explains how Robert Tonyan and Davante Adams are impacted. Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join in on the show

8AM: Feelin' The Peeps

March 18, 2021 14:18 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

We're into hour 2 of the MVP Peeps and we're feeling the impacts of the sugar. Plus, Gabe wants to know exactly why Chewy thinks Giannis disrespected the 76ers. We're back to talking Fitzmagic during Top 8 at 8, Chewy's wondering the about future of Robert Tonyan, and we've gotta finish up the MVPeeps taste test!

7AM: Peepshow

March 18, 2021 14:17 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Happy MVPeeps Day!! The show is tasting Peeps all day with prizes on the line for our fans. Jason Wilde hops on the line to talk Packers, the Bucks get a big win, and welcome to MKE PJ Tucker!

8AM: A Little Crazy, But Not Nuts

March 17, 2021 14:04 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

The Packers need to make a move in the secondary, and Patrick Peterson is the latest name linked in rumors. Is it possible? What about Ricahrd Sherman? Plus, it's a Wednesday so we've gotta Take Out the Trash, there's a new contest for the show, and we've gotta give the definitive 'Patrick' Power Rankings.

7AM: Embarrassment

March 17, 2021 13:13 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

Plenty of embarrassing moments going around the JGC panel. Gabe's golf tournament in Vegas isn't going well, Ashton's got a dumb injury, Jen's Bears are still the Bears, and Chewy is - well - Chewy. What's the next move for the Packers? If it's not Aaron Rodgers, then what? Plus, Robert Tonyan might have the Packers in a tough spot and it's time to rank the Patricks.

8AM: There Is No Rhyme Or Reason

March 16, 2021 14:06 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Another win for the Bucks, but Chewy's got some questions after a comment made postgame by Giannis. Plus, Jen & Chewy apologize to Gabe. It's a Power Rankings Tuesday, Ken Ingalls joins to talk Packers salary cap, and the crew's got some final thoughts on Aaron Rodgers contract.

7AM: Bringing Home The Bacon

March 16, 2021 13:16 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Chewy's back from vacation so Jen gets him up to speed on all the JGC happenings. THEN, Chew gives his reaction to the Aaron Jones contract news, with Jen asking if the Packers are better today than last season. Jason Wilde hops on the line to talk Pack, Jen's getting ripped off by the dentist, and Chewy is back to bringing his bacon takes.

8AM: Do We Know Anything?

March 15, 2021 13:59 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Why doesn't Aaron Rodgers take team-friendly deals? Jen & Gabe debate that question, examining is it's more on the team or on the player. Speaking of QBs...Drew Brees has announced his retirement which leads to the discussion on Taysom Hill's $140 million deal that is "fake". Plus, Gabe explains why this Aaron Jones makes no sense if it's not accompanied by an Aaron Rodgers contract change. And we've got polls to check in on!

7AM: Keeping (Up With) The Jones

March 15, 2021 13:09 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Aaron Jones is staying in Green Bay! Jen & Gabe put that in their Number 1s category as they open the show with Number 1s and Number 2s. They dive into their level of surprise with the new contract, and discuss the Packers latest with the Salary Cap. Plus, Gabe says that there are 2 remaining steps to figuring out the Packers cap issues, and Jen wants to know how Vegas is for Gabe.

8AM: Presented By...?

March 12, 2021 15:07 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

Michigan State now has a presenting sponsor for its athletic teams, which is a ridiculous thing for Jen & Gabe to believe and they try to figure out what national brands they'd like to each be sponsored by. Brewers Pitcher Corbin Burnes joins the show. Plus, it's time to take the temperature of the week with Who's Hot & Who's Cold, and wrap up the week with a bet.

7AM: Nice Knowin' Ya!

March 12, 2021 15:05 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Jen got a mysterious text from the boss and asks Gabe & Ashton what they think it could be about. Are fans making the Bucks games different? The crew discusses that as Jen went to Thursday's game. Craig Karmazin hops on the line to talk about the Bucks and Jen's job security, and the hour wraps in appropriate fashion as Jen can't remember a talking point.

8AM: The Dusty Stuff

March 11, 2021 15:23 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

How on Earth did it take this long for Jeff Long be fired?? Jen & Gabe discuss his dismissal from Kansas and talk about the reasons for external firms. It's a Thursday, which means a breakfast edition of Top 8 at 8! Plus, Matt LaFleur is learning from his mistakes, and we've gotta put a bow on the ScareChew.

7AM: Saw The Sign

March 11, 2021 14:01 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Welp, Jen did it. She went and had a cardboard cutout made of Chewy for Ashton to put in his parking spot, so she & Gabe take listener thoughts on the message that should be put into his thought bubble. Jason Wilde hops on to talk Packers and the hour wraps up talking about The 'D' Word.

8AM: Katz Out of the Bag

March 10, 2021 15:03 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

The show gets some final thoughts from fans on what Ashton should do about his parking spot, then they dive into some NL Central projection from The Ringer that say it's going to be a horrific division. It's time to Take Out the Trash, and college hoops insider Andy Katz hops on the show. Things wrap up with a mistake from Jen.

7AM: Aggressively Horn-y

March 10, 2021 15:02 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

The Packers opted not the franchise tag Aaron Jones, so what's next? The crew breaks that down, with Jen explaining why she feels bad for Matt LaFleur. Jen got into a little fender bender which leads to a discussion about using your car horn, plus Ashton has some serious issues with his apartment parking lot.

8AM: Cut The Cake

March 09, 2021 15:08 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

The Ravens proposal of "Spot and choose" has the crew debating, situationally, what they'd do as the Packers or as other teams. Plus, it's a Tuesday which means Power Rankings! The hour wraps up with a check in on the polls and a Meals-Of-The-Day Power Rankings.

7AM: Brunch Blasphemy

March 09, 2021 14:06 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

How do you feel about brunch? There's skeptic on the panel! Jason Wilde joins the program, the crew discusses how it is that the NFL is continuing to cry poor, and Jen loves the Ravens rule proposal for the NFL OT format.

8AM: Good vibes, Goodrum, and Good Shooting

March 08, 2021 14:59 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

We've got an argument about generations after Jen's story about her son, Ashton became handy at home over the weekend, Brewers coach Sara Goodrum hops on the show, there's some breaking reporting out there about the NFL salary cap, and we are now a Giannis Free Throw Cheerleaders show.

7AM: Nailing All The Cords

March 08, 2021 14:02 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

Chewy's thrilled about the weather changing, which prompts Gabe to once again declare his 6-week plan going on as scheduled. The show goes through their Weekend Number 1s and Number 2s, ESPN's Dianna Russini joins the show, and the hour wraps up with a discussion about Aaron Jones.

8AM: Boo-siers

March 05, 2021 15:16 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Bucks close out the First Half with a dub, so the crew talks about that, a quick little therapy session is held, plus who are some of the best NBA All-Star squads of all time? And, it's time to introduce a new segment called "Who's Hot and Who's Cold" which leads to a conversation about zombies.

7AM: Gettin' Bleep Done

March 05, 2021 13:58 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Jen contends that fixing something around the house is perhaps the most satisfying feeling, so the show debates if that's the case. Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join the show, and the hour wraps up with a conversation about music.

8AM: Now What?!

March 04, 2021 15:06 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Jackie Bradley Jr. is heading to the Brewers, but the crew has some questions on how in the world he's gonna fit in. Then, it's time for a Brewers-centric Top 8 at 8, and we need to figure out if Jen deserves a punishment for her actions.

7AM: BETRAYAL

March 04, 2021 14:02 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Why did Jen decide to betray her teammates instead of defending them to the death on Scalzo & Brust? Gabe, Chewy, and Ashton sure are interested in the answer to that question. Jason Wilde hops on the show, they break down the Packers free agent list, and debate about Space hotels.

8AM: What's In A Number?

March 03, 2021 15:03 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

James Harden's #13 is going to be announced by the Rockets, but why is the team announcing this now? The crew talks about that and tries to figure out exactly what the Brewers Walk/Wall of Fames are. It's also Trash Day, plus the Bucks fall to the Nuggets, and Gabe is incensed about the release of Reese's newest Peanut Butter Cup.

7AM: Scar-rowing Tales

March 03, 2021 15:02 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Packers new DC Joe Barry said he's proud of his scars as a defensive coordinator which prompted the show to ask, "What is your favorite scar?" They take fan responses and share their own stories. Plus, why does Johnny Manziel think he can be part of the PGA?

8AM: There's A Fire! Sale

March 02, 2021 14:59 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

The Saints have some roster issues that they're going to have to deal with this offseason, so the crew runs through the list of names that might be available to teams. It's a Power Rankings Tuesday and this week is all about NFL Free Agents, plus there are plenty of people within the NFL who may not be J.J. Watt's biggest fans, and Jen's getting some push-back on Twitter.

7AM: What The Hell Are The Cardinals Doing Here?

March 02, 2021 14:03 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

J.J. Watt has signed with the Cardinals, and the show has a lot of questions about that. Jason Wilde joins the show to give insight from a Packers perspective, then the crew takes a deep dive into the Vegas odds for Super Bowl 56, and the hour wraps up with a conversation on spoilers.

8AM: This Little Piggy

March 01, 2021 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

It's National Pig Day, but Chewy's got a hot take about bacon that needs to be discussed. The show examines his thought and take fan thoughts on "best pigs". And is going "all-in" a realistic option for the Packers this off-season? We try to figure that out too.

7AM: The Six Week Plan

March 01, 2021 14:03 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Gabe explains his 6 week plan, it's a Monday so that means Number 1s and Number 2s from the weekend, celebrate the Bucks win over the Clippers, and ask the question "what's a pig?" to close out the hour.

8AM: Nerds!

February 26, 2021 15:28 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

If you can only pick one of Corey Linsley or JJ Watt, who do you take? Jen, Gabe, and Chewy share their take and field fan's. Plus, the Bucks are on a 4 game winning streak, and are nerds ruining sports? The crew reacts to one sports personality who thinks that's the case, talks about the Bucks getting another win, and gives some final thoughts on Russell Wilson/Deshaun Watson.

7AM: Backyard Tiramsu

February 26, 2021 15:26 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

The snow is melting and Jen's got a term for what will be revealed once it does, everyone has a laugh at how Russell Wilson is going about a possible trade request, Jason Wilde & Craig Karmazin join the show, and have some fun with cover songs.

8AM: Bleep Show

February 25, 2021 15:33 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Why isn't Giannis getting more MVP love? The show tries to figure out algorithms for making a case for Giannis' third straight NBA MVP, talk WI NBA players during Top at 8, and makes their best attempt possible at understanding the new phenomenon that is NBA Top Shot.

7AM: Peep(s) Show

February 25, 2021 15:28 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

J.J. Watt is being offered HOW much?? The crew reacts to a report that $15 million is a possible salary for Watt, asking if he wants to win or wants the money. Jason Wilde joins the show, and they wrap things up talking Peeps.

8AM: Case Re-Opened

February 24, 2021 15:01 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

What would you do if you found something gross along with the food in a HelloFresh delivery? The show discusses that, Jen's husband Dario hops on the line to defend himself in the Case of the Missing Keys, it's time to Take Out The Trash, and ESPN's Don Van Natta Jr. joins in to talk about his piece on DeMaurice Smith.

7AM: Case Closed

February 24, 2021 14:05 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Jen found her keys! She tells the crew about the events leading up to finding the missing keys, and there is some skepticism from the guys about who's to blame. Plus, with Tiger's future now in question after his car wreck - will he be considered the greatest? The show also talks about the Bucks third straight win and Khris Middleton's All-Star snub.

8AM: Pfft. Jenny.

February 23, 2021 15:04 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

What in the hell was the Mariners President thinking? The crew reacts to the comments made by Kevin Mather and how it impacts MLB as a whole, it's a Power Rankings Tuesday and this time it's all about dirty NBA players, why on Earth are the Brewers kicking the tires on Jackie Bradley Jr., and is the J.J. Watt interest from the Packers just a smoke screen?

7AM: The Key To Success

February 23, 2021 14:06 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Once again Jen can't find her keys, which leads to a discussion on losing keys, with Chewy asking why keys even exist anymore. Jason Wilde talks cheese curds and Packers running backs with us, and the crew dives into the future of the Packers running back room.

8AM: Buncha Traders

February 22, 2021 15:10 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

Back to back wins for the Bucks is great, but Jen wants to know if everyone is feeling better, and also asks if a trade might be on the horizon for the squad? PJ Tuckers is a name specifically brought up, so Gabe and Ashton do their best to figure out a trade. Plus, WHAT happened to Deion Sanders? And Jen gets added to an unknown group text chain.

7AM: The Dropper

February 22, 2021 14:08 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Happy Monday! The show has to give Gabe a hard time because of the news he dropped on everyone to end Friday's show, it's time to share Number 1s and Number 2s from the weekend, and Jen shares her harrowing drive thru experience over the weekend.

8AM: Buck This

February 19, 2021 15:10 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

The show once again discusses the Bucks after another loss has them questioning some of the decisions made by the front office, a rehashing of the Traffic Light Power Rankings takes place, and Gabe breaks some news.

7AM: A Sticky Situation

February 19, 2021 15:09 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

A fifth straight loss for the Bucks has Gabe eating his feelings, which leads to a show discussion on sweets, and Chewy's got a question to pose to Bucks fans about the roster. Plus, Jason Wilde and Craig Karmazin join the show.

8AM: Love It or List It

February 18, 2021 15:05 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

The crew continues to add to its Bucks To-Do List, talk biggest contracts during Top 8 at 8, debate how it's possible that San Diego is viewed as the same small market as Milwaukee, and get some expert tips from Chewy about plants.

7AM: Hosed Down

February 18, 2021 15:04 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

It's a real heatwave in Wisconsin as the weather is up to 25 degrees, and Chewy just wants to get a car wash - but was annoyed by the long line preventing him from doing so. Jason Wilde hops on the show, they react to some Dan Graziano comments about J.J. Watt, and start to make a To-Do List for the Bucks.