Wannabe Walk-Ons - A Nebraska Football Fan Podcast
97 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings“Wannabe Walk-Ons” is an In-Season Nebraska Football (and Craft Beer) Fan Podcast hosted by good friends Drew Horstman & Ben Klingemann. Each episode will feature Husker previews/reactions and profiles on Nebraska Craft Breweries (and occasionally breweries local to Nebraska’s opponents). “Wannabe Walk-Ons” is the official Nebraska Football Fan Podcast of the Nebraska Craft Brewers Guild. Tune-In to your favorite podcast platform every Tuesday during the Cornhusker’s Football Season for new episodes! For more information, visit WannabeWalkOns.com
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Wannabe Walk-Ons Series Finale feat. Three Chord Rimington Trophy Blend
November 28, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew say ‘good-bye’ with the final episode of Wannabe Walk-Ons. Join us for an introspective look on their journey as they look back on the podcast, the2023 football season, and the Iowa game.What We Drank: 2 oz Three Chord Rimington Trophy Blend Whiskey, 1/2oz Simple Syrup, 4dashes Ango Bitters, Orange Peel Expression, and a CherryFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting ...
Wisconsin Reaction + Iowa Preview feat. Ben & Drew BYOB
November 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew record remotely and BYOB as Ben deals with a house full of COVID. The guys react to Wisconsin then preview Nebraska’s Season Finale against Iowa.What Drew Drank: Glass Arrows New England/Hazy IPA & Ossuary Czech Dark Lager fromJukes Ale Works in Elkhorn, NebraskaWhat Ben Drank: Whiskey Old Fashioned with Wahoo Whiskey from Wahoo, Nebraska & aWhiskey Last Word with Golden Sheaf Port-Finished Blended Bourbon from Golden Sheaf inOmaha, Nebraska.Follow...
2023 Maryland Reaction + Wisconsin Preview feat. Corn Coast Brewing
November 14, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Corn Coast Brewing Co., react to the Maryland loss, and preview Nebraska’s game against Wisconsin. What We Drank: 2023 Silver Award Winner at GABF Modern Melody Hazy Pale Ale from Corn Coast Brewing in Lincoln, Nebraska & Honees Honees Peanut Butter Honeywheat Ale from Oliphant Brewing in Somerset, Wisconsin. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkO...
2023 Michigan State Reaction + Maryland Preview feat. Lumen Beer Co
November 07, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Lumen Beer Co., look back on the Michigan Stategame, and preview Nebraska’s matchup against Maryland.What We Drank: Cloak & Dagger Imperial Stout and The Void Black IPA from Lumen Beer Co.in Omaha, Nebraska.Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send usyour beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You canfind more information on Lumen Beer Co. by visiting LumenBeer.comDon’t forget to subscrib...
2023 Purdue Reaction + Michigan State Preview feat. Glacial Till
October 31, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew say goo-bye to post-season baseball talk, recap thePurdue win, sample another knock-out cider from Glacial Till, and preview Nebraska’s matchup against Michigan State.What We Drank: Cross-Eyed Bourbon-Barrel Aged Cider from Glacial Till & American Stout from Zeeland Brewing Company in Holland, MichiganFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You can...
2023 Northwestern Reaction + Purdue Preview feat. First Street Brewing Company
October 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew are still talking about the Phillies, react to theNorthwestern Win, Preview Purdue and sample beer from Hastings, Nebraska’s First StreetBrewing Company.What We Drank: South Street Session Brut & Popular Blonde from First Street BrewingCompany in Hastings, Nebraska.Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send usyour beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You canfind more information on First Street ...
2023 Northwestern Preview feat. Jukes Ale Works
October 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew continue their playoff baseball conversation, review anOktoberfest offering from Jukes Ale Works, and preview Nebraska’s October 21st game against the Northwestern Wildcats.What We Drank: Kammer Kolsch from Jukes Ale WorksFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You can find more information on Jukes Ale Works by visiting JukesAleWorks.comDon’t forg...
Illinois Reaction feat. Five-0-Five Brewing
October 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew talk... playoff baseball (much to Drew’s excitement andBen’s indifference), Five-0-Five’s Oktoberfest, and Nebraska’s 20-7 WIN over Illinois.What We Drank: Auckland Oktoberfest Feist Bier from Fremont, Nebraska’s Five-0-FiveBrewingFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You can find more information on Five-0-Five Brewing by visitingfive0fivebrewing...
2023 Michigan Reaction + Illinois Preview feat. Glacial Till Cider
October 03, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew profile Glacial Till Vineyard and sample their Grapefruit Cider, react to the Michigan game, and preview Illinois. What We Drank: Grapefruit Cider from Glacial Till Vineyards & IPA from Goose Island Brewing Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find more information on Glacial Till Vineyards by visiting GlacialTillVineyards.com Do...
2023 Louisiana Tech Reaction + Michigan Preview feat. Kros Strain Brewing
September 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew profile Kros Strain Brewing with a sampling of the 1890Initiative’s Cornhead Lager, react to Nebraska’s win over Louisiana Tech, and preview theMichigan game.What We Drank: Cornhead Lager & Cabana Crusher Orange Wheat Ale from Kros StrainBrewing.Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send usyour beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You canfind more information on Kros Strain Brewing by visiting Kr...
2023 Northern Illinois Reaction + LA Tech Preview feat. Big Hair Brewhaus
September 19, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew knock-back a few from Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington,Nebraska, react to the Northern Illinois game, and preview Louisiana Tech.What We Drank: Rays of Gold Cream Ale & Raspberry Beret Porter from Big Hair Brewhaus inHartington, NebraskaFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send usyour beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com.You canfind more information on Big Hair Brewhaus by visiting their Facebook...
2023 Colorado Reaction + Northern Illinois Preview feat. Curveball Ciders
September 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew profile James Arthur Vineyard’s Curveball Cider, React to the Colorado Loss, and preview Nebraska’s upcoming matchup against the Northern Illinois Huskies. What We Drank: Grand Slam Hard Cider & Double Play Rosé Hard Cider from James Arthur Vineyard’s Curveball Ciders in Raymond, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find...
2023 Minnesota Reaction + Colorado Preview
September 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew profile Infusion Brewing Company in Omaha, Nebraska, React to Nebraska’s loss to Minnesota, Preview Nebraska’s matchup against Colorado, and raise a glass to those Buffaloes with the Sportsman-Sip What We Drank: Vanilla Bean Blonde from Infusion Brewing Co. & Dunkel from Prost Brewing Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find more ...
2023 Minnesota Preview + Monolithic Brewing Company
August 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew preview Nebraska’s Season Opener against Minnesota while sampling a beer from Omaha’s Monolithic Brewing Company - plus the guy’s raise a glass in honor of Minnesota with a Sportsman-Sip from Fair State Brewing Co-Op. What We Drank: Race Day IPA from Monolithic Brewing Company and Pilsner from Fair State Brewing Co-Op. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting Wann...
2023 Big Ten West Pt. 2 Preview feat. Loop Brewing Company
August 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew preview the back half of Nebraska’s Big Ten West opponents while drinking craft beverages inspired by beer from McCook, Nebraska’s Loop Brewing Company What We Drank: Gin Cocktail & Whiskey Cocktail inspired by beers from Loop Brewing Company Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find more information on Papa Moon Vineyards at Papa...
2023 Big Ten West Pt. 1 Preview feat. Thunderhead Brewing Co.
August 15, 2023 07:00 - 2 hours - 122 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew preview the first half of Nebraska’s Big Ten West opponents while drinking craft beverages from Kearney, Nebraska’s Thunderhead Brewing Co. What We Drank: Thunder Punch Grape Hard Soda & Cornstalker Dark Wheat Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find more information on Papa Moon Vineyards at Papamoonvineyards.com Call the 'Wan...
2023 Big Ten East Crossover Preview feat. Papa Moon Cider
August 08, 2023 07:00 - 2 hours - 117 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew preview Nebraska’s Big Ten East Crossover opponents while drinking cider from Scottsbluff, Nebraska’s Papa Moon Vineyards What We Drank: Hopped Hard Cider & Peach and Spruce Tip Hard Cider from Papa Moon Vineyards in Scottsbluff, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. You can find more information on Papa Moon Vineyards at Papamoon...
LIVE at Hail Varsity Club! - 2023 Non-Con Preview feat. Kinkaider Brewing Co.
August 01, 2023 05:30 - 1 hour - 88 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew record LIVE at LaVista, Nebraska’s Hail Varsity Club as they cover Nebraska’s Non-Conference opponents for the 2023 football season while sipping on beer from Broken Bow’s Kinkaider Brewing Company. Also in this episode, a trio of root beer reviews from Drew’s son, Ezra! What We Drank: Hail Ale Cream Ale & Dragon Juice IPA from Kinkaider Brewing Company in Broken Bow, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @Wannabe...
2023 Football Season Premiere - Nebraska Craft Beer Draft with Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska
July 25, 2023 05:30 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew welcome Reed Trehaile, head brewer at Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska as they draft their perfect line-up of Nebraska Beers to stock their fridges for the 2023 college football season! Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Talk-Ons' Hotline after every game and leave us a message with your hot take/ game reaction: ...
BONUS: Monolithic Brewing - In Conversation
June 27, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBOn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew wrap up their mini-series of interviews with local Nebraska Breweries with an in-depth conversation on the art & science of brewing with Shane Costello, Head Brewer/Brewmaster of Monolithic Brewing in Omaha, Nebraska. What We Drank: Feisty Walrus English Style Brown Ale, Beverly Hills Hop West Coast IPA, Pretty in Pink Shandy - All from Monolithic Brewing in Omaha, Nebraska! Find more information on Monolithic Brewing by visiting ...
BONUS: Salt Mine City Brewing Co. - In Conversation
June 13, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBOn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew continue their mini-series of interviews with local Nebraska Breweries. The guys sit down with Owner Marty and Brewer Tom of David City’s Salt Mine City Brewing Co. for an in-depth conversation on what it takes to run a bar & grill while stocking the taps with local craft beer! What we drank: Single Axel American Lager, 3 Mile Corner Vienna Lager, Tripple Axel Hazy IPA, Monarch Gold ESB, Jake Brake Mango Wheat, Cruzin’ Cream Ale - A...
BONUS: 505 Brewing Company - In Conversation
May 26, 2023 16:34 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBOn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew sit down with Shawn Morrow, Owner & Brewmaster behind Fremont, Nebraska’s 505 Brewing Company to uncover what makes Fremont the perfect place to own & operate a brewery! What we drank: Flat Water IPA & Lecker Kolsch from 505 Brewing Company in Fremont, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Talk-Ons'...
BONUS: Corn Coast Brewing Co. - In Conversation
May 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBOn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew kick off a mini-series of Nebraska Brewery Interviews with Dan & Will from Corn Coast Brewing Company in Lincoln, Nebraska. The guys talk all things brewing then turn their attention to Nebraska football and beyond! What we drank: Modern Melody Pale Ale - New England Hazy & Beach’n Time Cream Ale Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkO...
BONUS: 2023 Spring Game Reaction + Brickway Brewery & Distillery!
April 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBOn this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew react to Head Coach Matt Rhule’s first spring game while sipping on cocktails made from local whisky from Omaha, Nebraska’s very own Brickway Brewery & Distillery! What we drank: Brickway Brewery & Distillery’s Double Barrel Bourbon Whisky & Rye American Whisky Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Tal...
BONUS: Nebraska Spring Football Recap (Pre-Spring Game)
April 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBOn this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew openly discuss their thoughts on Matt Rhule’s first spring camp at Nebraska then turn their attention to the spring! What we drank: Barn Burn Amber Ale from Prairie Pride Brewing Co. in Grand Island, Nebraska & Golden Sheaf Old Fashioned from Golden Sheaf in Omaha, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call th...
BONUS: Before & After - Drew Visits Ultimate Beerfest!
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBOn the front end of this special bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew discuss everything you’d ever want to know about Beertopia’s Ultimate Beerfest in Omaha, Nebraska. Then, the guys return to the mic for the second half of the episode after Drew has spent 4 hours at Ultimate with Nebraska’s highest ABV beers for an in-depth discussion on Husker Football. Some are calling this episode a masterpiece while others call it a hot mess - we like to think its a bit of both... ...
BONUS: Drafting Our Super Sixes + Heavy Brewing in Gretna, Nebraska!
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 94 MBOn this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’, Ben & Drew sample beer from Gretna’s Heavy Brewing, talk through Nebraska’s pre-Spring attrition, and draft their Super Six of 2023 football recruits! What we drank: Deez Nuts Peanut Butter Stout & Barry Doppel Bock from Heavy Brewing in Gretna, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Talk-Ons' Hotline a...
BONUS: Reacting to Matt Rhule’s Coaching Staff + Craft NA Beer!
January 31, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBOn this bonus episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’, Ben & Drew share their thoughts on the now-complete coaching staff under Matt Rhule while partaking in Dry-January with a plethora of Non-Alcoholic Beers! What we drank: Guinness Draught Zero, Brooklyn Brewery’s Special Effects NA, Flying Dog’s Deepfake NA IPA, Atmos Brewing Co’s COSMOS NA Peanut Butter Milk Stout Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiti...
2022 Iowa Reaction/Immediate Season Reflection + Code Beer Co.!
November 29, 2022 15:45 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew react to the Iowa game while recounting their personal experience at Kinnick Stadium. The guys also provide their immediate reaction to the coaching hire of Matt Rhule while sampling beer from Code Beer Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska. What we drank: Roger’s ESB & Citra Wheat from Code Beer Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns....
2022 Wisconsin Reaction/Iowa Preview + Five-0-Five Brewing Company
November 22, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Five-0-Five Brewing Company in Fremont, Nebraska, react to the Wisconsin game, raise a glass to our neighbors to the east with an Iowa Sportsman-Sip, and preview the Husker’s matchup against the Hawkeyes. What we drank: Tub Thumper Porter from Five-0-Five Brewing Company in Fremont, Nebraska & S’Mores Term Oil Barrel-Aged Stout from Toppling Goliath in Decorah, IowaFollow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkO...
2022 Michigan Reaction/Wisconsin Preview + Corn Coast Brewing Co.
November 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBOn this week’s episode Ben & Drew sample beer from Lincoln, Nebraska’s Corn Coast Brewing Co. (CornCoastBrewing.com), react to the Michigan game, and preview Nebraska’s matchup against Wisconsin. What we drank: True Classic American Pale Ale & Devil Dog Belgian Ale from Corn Coast Brewing Co. in Lincoln, Ne! Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Talk-Ons'...
2022 Minnesota Reaction/Michigan Preview + Bootleg Brewers Sandhills Brewing Co.!
November 08, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBOn this week’s episode, Ben & Drew profile Bootleg Brewers Sandhills Brewing Co. in Taylor, Nebraska, react to the Minnesota game, raise a glass to TTUN with a Michigan Sportsman-Sip, preview the Big Red’s matchup against the Wolverines, and cap off the day with a bonus Pipeline Jerky review! What we drank: Naked Orange Stinger Fruit Beer from Bootleg Brewers Sandhills Brewing Co. in Taylor, Nebraska & Two Headed Ale American IPA from Bell's Brewery in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Follow ...
2022 Illinois Reaction/Minnesota Preview + Scriptown Brewing Company!
November 01, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBOn this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Scriptown Brewing Company in Omaha, Nebraska's Blackstone District, react to Nebraska's loss to Illinois, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Minnesota. What we drank: Dimitri's Revenge Russian Imperial Stout from Scriptown Brewing Company Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Call the 'Wannabe Talk-Ons' Hotline after every game an...
2022 Illinois Preview + Drew's Home-Grown/Home-Brewed Porter!
October 25, 2022 14:45 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBCongratulations to everyone who got married on October 22, 2022 and thank you for hosting your special day on the BYE Week! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew preview Illinois while sampling beer that Drew made himself with Brewer's Gold Hops harvested from his neighbor's backyard. What we drank: Third Quarter Porter from Drew's Garage in Omaha, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting Wan...
2022 Purdue Reaction + Jukes Ale Works!
October 18, 2022 14:45 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBBYE Weeks are a time of reflection, self-care, and rest so... On this week's episode, Ben & Drew react to the Nebraska/Purdue game while sharing a pair of special beers form Jukes Ale Works in Elkhorn, Nebraska! What we drank: Double Abyssal Mouth Barrel-Aged Barley Wine & Half Life Barrel-Aged Blended Imperial Stout/Barley Wine from Jukes Ale Works in Elkhorn, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations ...
2022 Rutgers Reaction/Purdue Preview + Roc Hopper Brewing Company!
October 11, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB#Winning On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Roc Hopper Brewing Company in Syracuse, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's DUB over Rutgers, welcome the return of The Sportsman-Sip with Indiana's 3 Floyd Brewing, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Purdue. What we drank: Honu Turtle Porter from Roc Hopper Brewing Company in Syracuse, Nebraska & Cheer Team Ale DIPA from 3 Floyd Brewing in Munster, Indiana Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkO...
2022 Indiana Reaction/Rutgers Preview + Saro Cider!
October 04, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBSome Big Mick Energy on this episode! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Saro Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's VICTORY over Indiana, welcome the return of The Sportsman-Sip with New Jersey's (Now Pennsylvania's) Referend Bier Blendery, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Rutgers. What we drank: Dry Citrus Cider from SARO Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska & Credo Berliner Messe from Referend Bier Blendery Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitt...
2022 - Indiana Reaction/Rutgers Preview + Saro Cider!
October 04, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBSome Big Mick Energy on this episode! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Saro Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's VICTORY over Indiana, welcome the return of The Sportsman-Sip with New Jersey's (Now Pennsylvania's) Referend Bier Blendery, and preview Nebraska's matchup against Rutgers. What we drank: Dry Citrus Cider from SARO Cider in Lincoln, Nebraska & Credo Berliner Messe from Referend Bier Blendery Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @Wanna...
2022 Oklahoma Reaction/Indiana Preview + Site-1 Brewing!
September 20, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBOn this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile Site-1 Brewing in Omaha, Nebraska, react to Nebraska's loss to Oklahoma, and head into the BYE week with a preview of Nebraska's October 1st opponent, Indiana... But wait, what's this??? Another coaching change?! A well-timed restroom break gives the guys a chance to check their phone and offer their thoughts on Bill Busch taking over as Nebraska's Defensive Coordinator. All this on the latest episode of 'Wannabe Walk-Ons.' What we drank:...
2022 COACHING CHANGE REACTION + Oklahoma "Prediction" + Whiskey!
September 12, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBOn this week's episode of "Wannabe Walk-Ons" Ben and Drew call an audible. Instead of reacting to Nebraska's Georgia Southern loss, the guys share their thoughts and feelings on the firing of Head Coach Scott Frost. Once their first glass of whiskey is consumed, Ben & Drew turn their attention to sharing their predictions for the Oklahoma game (which they prepared mid-week with far too much confidence). What we drank: Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey (Dublin, Ireland) & Blanton's ...
2022 North Dakota Reaction/Georgia Southern Preview + While Elm Brewing Company!
September 06, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBAs Kevin Malone would say, "It feels good to win one!" On this week's episode, Ben & Drew profile White Elm Brewing Company in Lincoln, Nebraska react to Nebraska's win over North Dakota, and preview the Husker's matchup against the Georgia Southern Eagles. What we drank: Skinny Legs IPA & Stone the Crow 2-Year Barrel-Aged Barleywine from White Elm Brewing Company Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by vis...
2022 Northwestern Reaction/North Dakota Preview + Flyover Brewing Company!
August 30, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBNot the start we wanted but there's still plenty of time to right the ship! On this week's episode, Ben & Drew drink more beer from Scottsbluff, Nebraska's Flyover Brewing Company, react to Nebraska's loss against Northwestern, and preview the Husker's Home Opener against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks. What we drank: 2021 Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blackfoot Barleywine & Robideaux Rendezvous Edition Summer Ale from Flyover Brewing Company in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Follow Wannabe Walk-O...
2022 SEASON OPENER: Northwestern Preview + Aviva Stadium Beer Review!
August 23, 2022 14:45 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBWant to be part of the show? Call in with your post-game takes/reactions and leave a message on the ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons Wannabe Talk-Ons Hotline” 402-427-0258 In this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew sip on Guinness Draught Stout as they preview Nebraska's 2022 Season Opener against the Northwestern Wildcats in Dublin, Ireland. After predicting the outcome of Nebraska/Northwestern, the guys review Aviva Stadium’s Beer Line-up and give their thoughts on what you should drink (...
2022 Big Ten West Preview Pt. 2 + Johnnie Byrd Brewing Co.!
August 16, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 80 MBIn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Ben & Drew preview Nebraska's 2022 matchups against Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. In addition, the guys profile/sample beer from Johnnie Byrd Brewing Company and play a few rounds of "Opponent True or False Trivia". What we drank: Trio Akoya Pale Ale & Abe's Honey Porter brewed by Johnnie Byrd Brewing Company in Wayne, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by v...
2022 Big Ten West Preview Pt. 1 + Brewery 719!
August 09, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBIn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew previews the Northwestern, Purdue, and Illinois matchups and Ben sees how many times he can use the word "identity" in a sentence. In addition, the guys profile Brewery 719 (seven-nineteen) and play a few rounds of "Opponent True or False Trivia". What we drank: Clover Dew Irish Red Ale & BEAM Scottish Style/Export Ale brewed by Brewery 719 in Alliance, Nebraska Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. ...
2022 Big Ten East Crossover Preview + More Big Hair Brewhaus!
August 02, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBIn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew & Ben sample more from Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska while recording at Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska. In addition to beer, the guys play a few rounds of "True or False", and preview Nebraska's 2022 Big Ten East Crossover Opponents! What we drank: Draft Horse Saison from Big Hair Brewhaus Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeW...
2022 Non-Con Preview + Backswing Brewing Co.
July 26, 2022 14:46 - 1 hour - 145 MBIn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew & Ben profile Backswing Brewing Co. in Lincoln & Omaha, Nebraska, play a few rounds of "True or False", and preview Nebraska's 2022 slate of Non-Conference Opponents! What we drank: Backswing IPA & Citra Kölsch from Backswing Brewing Co. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Don’t forget to subscribe to Wannabe Walk-Ons, a Nebraska Football Fa...
2022 Non-Con Preview + Backswing Brewing Co.!
July 26, 2022 14:46 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIn this episode of ‘Wannabe Walk-Ons’ Drew & Ben profile Backswing Brewing Co. in Lincoln & Omaha, Nebraska, play a few rounds of "True or False", and preview Nebraska's 2022 slate of Non-Conference Opponents! What we drank: Backswing IPA & Citra Kölsch from Backswing Brewing Co. Follow Wannabe Walk-Ons on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WannabeWalkOns. Send us your beer recommendations by visiting WannabeWalkOns.com. Don’t forget to subscribe to Wannabe Walk-Ons, a Nebraska Fo...
2022 SEASON PREMIERE: The Return to Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska!
July 19, 2022 14:45 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB2022 SEASON PREMIERE: On our 2022 Season Premiere, Ben and Drew return to Big Hair Brewhaus in Hartington, Nebraska to sit down with Brewmaster Reed Trenhaile. The boys sip beer and reflect on an eventful year for Big Hair who celebrated their One-Year Anniversary in June. Grab a beer and enjoy this conversation amongst friends before next week's episode kicks off our 2022 Nebraska Football Season Preview! What we drank: Hairball Black Lager, Midnight Special Milk Stout, Orange Cru...
Interview with Brewmaster Jeremy Kirby of Divots Brewery - A Wannabe Walk-Ons Bonus Episode!
May 24, 2022 14:45 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBOn our FINAL BONUS EPISODE of the Off-Season, get to know Divots Brewery's Brewmaster Jeremy Kirby! Ben & Drew set up shop on the Divots Canning Line for an in-depth interview with the man behind the Donna's Raspberry Pilsner, Cosmic Jive Hazy IPA, Mollie's Irish Red Ale, and so much more. What We Drank: Divots Brewery's Taproom Lineup - Find Divots' Beer at their taproom in Norfolk, Nebraska or now in select stores across Nebraska! Stay tuned for more information on the release ...