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Kyle & Brust

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All Pack. All Nonsense. 2023 WBA Young Professional of the Year Kyle Wallace and Former Badger and Radio Ink 30 Under 30 awardee Ben Brust team up.

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August 13 · 48 min
Hour 1: Brewers Panic and Liberating Love
Ben and Kyle open Thursday’s show with a safe-space Brewers vent session after Milwaukee gets swept by the Padres and drops another tight game because of missed chances with runners in scoring position. Ben is frustrated by the lack of timely hitting, the failure to move Joey Ortiz over in a key fifth-inning spot, and the late-game bullpen choices that helped San Diego tie it before winning in extras. Kyle says the slump exposes the same concern he had at the deadline: the Brewers still may not have enough dependable pop, especially if Christian Yelich is not that veteran run-producing bat. The guys debate whether Brewers fans should be watching the Cubs in the rearview mirror or focusing on the Dodgers, Braves and upcoming playoff-caliber tests. Mina Kimes then sparks Packers talk by pointing out how run-heavy Matt LaFleur was last season, giving Kyle more evidence for his “Liberate Love” campaign before Over/Under tests the guys on Aaron Rodgers’ favorite Packers touchdown targets.
August 13 · 40 min
Hour 2: Tucker’s Price and Love’s Proof
Hour 2 starts with Adam Schefter predicting Tucker Kraft’s extension could reset the tight end market at around $20 million per year, leading Ben and Kyle to debate what kind of production should come with that contract. Kyle says he loves Kraft but would expect unquestioned top-three tight end results if he becomes the highest-paid player at the position. Jason Wilde joins to preview Packers-Steelers preseason night and says the offensive line, Trey Smack and the cornerback competition are Green Bay’s biggest watch points. Wilde also says Matt LaFleur’s decision not to signal good or no-good on camp kicks was soft, even though he still believes LaFleur is a good coach. Later, Chris Canty’s demand that Jordan Love win a playoff game fuels another Packers disrespect conversation, with Kyle arguing Love played at an elite level against Chicago while Ben says winning the division and advancing deeper in the playoffs are what will quiet the debate.
August 13 · 43 min
Hour 3: Golf Chaos and Packers Prop Night
The 414 Hour opens with Kyle bringing a single golf club into the studio as Ben and CKatt try to explain which iron he should use, what a green in regulation means, and why his upcoming par-three bet already feels chaotic. The conversation turns into a full CKatt life audit as the guys debate his nine-and-a-half-year relationship, whether he should be golfing with listeners at 6:40 a.m., and how quickly is too quickly to get engaged. Packers preseason talk takes over with Green Bay Props and Preview, including Skyy Moore return yards, Jordan Love hits, Aaron Rodgers camera shots, Trey Smack puns, missed field goals, Marshawn Lloyd yards, Super Bowl XLV references and how many conclusions the guys will overreact to by morning. Catastrophic includes CKatt inviting listeners to join his early tee time, ESPN’s top-50 MLB list putting Jacob Misiorowski fourth and Bryce Turang 16th, and a surprisingly strong DMV photo that sends the segment sideways. Bryan Bulaga joins late to preview the offensive line, Trey Smack and Jordan Love’s pre-snap command, while also defending Iowa’s offensive line résumé against Wisconsin’s.
August 12 · 48 min
Hour 1: Ben Johnson Envy and Brust Family Lies
Ben and Kyle open Wednesday’s show with Woolley revealing there is someone new in his life before Ben turns the focus to his daughter allegedly working both home and daycare for extra potty-training rewards. Kyle says the toddler’s manipulation sounds like classic Brust behavior, leading to a full debate over whether Ben is the real reason his daughter has started stretching the truth. Josh DiMaggio joins to explain why he wishes Matt LaFleur had more of Ben Johnson’s aggressive edge, with Kyle firing back that LaFleur’s résumé still deserves more respect than Chicago’s new coach. The guys and callers debate whether LaFleur is too soft, too conservative, or simply being judged harshly because the Packers have not reached the next level with Jordan Love. The hour closes with Ben telling the story of Russell Westbrook dunking on him during a post-college workout and wondering if that moment ruined his basketball confidence forever.
August 12 · 40 min
Hour 2: Schein Slights Love and Gutey’s O-Line
Hour 2 opens with another round of Packers disrespect after Adam Schein predicts Green Bay will miss the playoffs, finish last in the NFC North, and says Jordan Love is only the 17th-best quarterback in the NFL. Kyle rips the take as a fact-free hit piece, arguing Love’s interception narrative is overblown and that Micah Parsons’ injury absence comes during the softest part of the Packers schedule. Ben pushes back that Love still has more to prove, while also replaying Schein’s past doubts about whether Love can win a championship. The conversation then turns to Brian Gutekunst and the offensive line, with Kyle frustrated that high picks like Jordan Morgan and Anthony Belton are not locked-in starters and that Aaron Banks’ health remains a major concern. The hour closes with Brewers tension as Ben admits he is scoreboard-watching the Cubs, while Kyle says Milwaukee should focus on winning games, holding the NL’s top seed, and proving itself against teams like the Dodgers, Braves and Cubs.
August 12 · 43 min
Hour 3: Kyle’s Golf Bet and Gannon Juice
The 414 Hour opens with Ben and CKatt questioning whether Kyle can honestly claim a green in regulation during an upcoming par-three golf outing, especially after video evidence of his past swing struggles. Kyle insists he can win the bet if he practices, while the guys debate tee-shot rules, video proof and whether he should join Seacat for an early-morning round. Packers talk returns with Brandon Cissé praising Jonathan Gannon as a “psycho” in a good way, which sends Kyle into a full defense of Gannon’s energy, blitz-heavy approach and potential to elevate Green Bay’s defense. Ben pushes back that Gannon still has to prove he is better than Jeff Hafley once real games begin, but Kyle is convinced the Packers’ young defensive linemen and linebackers are already responding. Catastrophic covers a high school football player practicing with a venomous snake in his helmet, CKatt’s gasoline-burned foot, his latte caffeine scare, and the Brewers’ continued runners-in-scoring-position frustration before Ben gets ready to live out his Rain Man dream.
August 12 · 47 min
Hour 1: Love’s Reps and Packers WR Disrespect
Ben and Kyle open Tuesday’s show live from Left’s at the Wisconsin State Fair with Matt LaFleur saying Jordan Love is currently expected to play in the Packers’ preseason opener, though LaFleur reserves the right to change his mind. Kyle wants Love to get at least a series or two, but Ben argues there is not enough to gain with Green Bay’s offensive line still unsettled. The guys then debate whether ESPN ranking the Packers’ wide receiver room 26th in the NFL is disrespectful or realistic. Kyle surprisingly says it is fair because Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, Matthew Golden and the rest of the group still have more potential than proven production. They also dive into the cornerback room, with Keisean Nixon getting some second-team reps, Brandon Cissé pushing for a bigger role, and Matt LaFleur making it clear that nothing is being handed out.
August 12 · 40 min
Hour 2: Tausch Worries and Packers Power Slights
Hour 2 begins with a rough edition of Are You Smarter Than Ben Brust, where Ben survives a low-scoring battle thanks to The Great Gatsby, Bounty and Titanic. Mark Tauscher joins after his vacation and says he is legitimately concerned about the Packers offensive line, especially with players moving around, injuries lingering, and the team still trying to identify its best five. Tausch says the cornerback competition feels different because a young player like Brandon Cissé can grow into the job, but the offensive line uncertainty is harder to stomach for a team with big goals. He also pushes back on the Packers wide receiver room being ranked 26th, while saying the group still has to prove it and identifying Christian Watson as the receiver with the highest ceiling. The hour closes with another round of Packers national disrespect after NFL.com ranks Green Bay 13th in its power rankings, leading Ben and Kyle to question how teams like the Cowboys and Bengals landed ahead of the Packers.
August 11 · 42 min
Hour 3: Brewers Bat Worries and Magic Bets
Ben and Kyle turn to the Brewers’ frustrating late-night loss in San Diego. Logan Henderson delivered another quality start and Christian Yelich homered from the seven spot, but the guys worry that Milwaukee’s bats still are not producing enough consistent runs. Kyle says the Brewers’ pitching looks playoff-ready, but the offense remains the biggest concern after the trade deadline passed without adding a true impact bat. The conversation shifts to the Packers being one-point favorites in Week 1 against Minnesota, with both guys saying the offensive line is still the issue most likely to hold Green Bay back. Catastrophic includes a golfer getting struck by lightning, Ben’s “regenerative” read struggles, summer-camp memories, and another magic-phone WNBA best bet before the guys close their State Fair run at Leff’s.
August 10 · 44 min
Hour 1: Brewers Grit and Golden Bugatti Buzz
Ben and Kyle open Monday’s show live from Left’s at the Wisconsin State Fair celebrating the Brewers taking five of seven on the homestand, even if the baseball was not always pretty. They praise Milwaukee’s next-man-up culture under Pat Murphy, led by Luis Lara’s two spectacular catches, Jake Bauers’ unlikely production, Gary Sánchez, Ji-Hwan Bae, Bryce Turang and a team that keeps finding ways to win. The guys debate whether Brewers fans should rather see the Dodgers in a five-game NLDS or a seven-game NLCS, with Ben arguing the shorter series gives Milwaukee a better upset chance and Kyle wanting the Brewers to get as far as possible. Packers talk takes over after Family Night, where Matthew Golden’s deep-ball flashes against Keisean Nixon make Ben and Kyle wonder if the “Golden Bugatti” is being underrated as a potential top target for Jordan Love. The hour closes with Jesse Nelson’s old Brewers bullpen take getting roasted after Trevor Megill and Abner Uribe continue dominating, especially with Uribe riding a long scoreless streak.
August 10 · 43 min
Hour 2: O-Line Alarm and Wilde’s Smack Check
Hour 2 begins with serious Packers concern after Matt LaFleur calls out the offensive line’s lack of consistency, mental mistakes and technique issues. Kyle worries Green Bay still does not have a settled best five, with Aaron Banks’ knee, Anthony Belton’s right-guard battle, Zach Tom’s health, Jacob Monk’s role and Jordan Morgan’s left-tackle development all creating uncertainty. Jason Wilde joins and says Packers fans should not freak out yet, but he agrees there is reason for apprehension because Banks has not practiced enough and the team has mishandled some of Belton’s positional work. Wilde also clarifies the Keisean Nixon situation, explains why Brandon Cissé’s maturity and steadiness could make him a real Week 1 starter, and says Trey Smack helped himself at Family Night but still needs to prove it in preseason games. The hour also includes Colton Joseph selling a more explosive Badgers offense, Ben refusing to buy too much Wisconsin hype after last year’s scoring disaster, and Kyle getting praised for holding the line during a backpack giveaway.

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