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Bleav in Northwestern

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Northwestern Football
Northwestern University
Preston Stone
Northwestern Wildcats
Transfer Portal
NCAA Tournament
David Braun
College Football
Michigan Wolverines
Big Ten Conference
Northwestern Wildcats Football
Northwestern Basketball
Chris Collins
Big Ten
Big Ten Tournament
Northwestern Wildcats Basketball
NCAA Basketball
Northwestern Men's Basketball
College Football Playoff
Brooks Barnheiser

From the shores of Lake Michigan, dive deep into sports at Chicago’s Big Ten school with in-depth analysis of Northwestern football and men’s basketball, recruiting updates and more with host Zach Koons.

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The nine-time national champion head coach of the Northwestern lacrosse team joins Zach to talk about how the 2026 Wildcats turned their season around after a slow start, what having the Final Four in Evanston meant to her and the program, her best M... more

Kelly Amonte Hiller is a champion once again! Northwestern’s legendary women’s lacrosse coach won a historic ninth title over the weekend in a revenge game against North Carolina. Zach is joined by Yanyan Li to break down how the Wildcats pulled this... more

Northwestern lacrosse survived a thrilling rematch against Colorado in the NCAA quarterfinals to advance to the Final Four, which will be played in Evanston. Zach breaks down the win and highlights the program’s resiliency under Kelly Amonte Hiller. ... more

The Wildcats have added five players in the transfer portal and Zach is joined by Sports Illustrated college basketball writer Kevin Sweeney to break down the new faces. Plus, the two evaluate the state of the program and what the turnover means goin... more

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Recent Guests

Yanyan Li
Inside NU Editor-in-Chief; Northwestern lacrosse commentator
Inside NU
Episode: Northwestern Lacrosse’s Rocky Start and Season Outlook
Adam Rittenberg
Senior college football writer at ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Inside the Chip Kelly Hire With ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg
Alex Scheer
Host of the MAC Sports Connection podcast
MAC Sports Connection
Episode: Central Michigan Bowl Game Preview
Tracey Fuchs
Head coach, Northwestern Field Hockey; three-time national champion coach
Northwestern University
Episode: Field Hockey Champions Tracey Fuchs and Maddie Zimmer!
Maddie Zimmer
Three-time NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player, Northwestern Field Hockey
Northwestern University
Episode: Field Hockey Champions Tracey Fuchs and Maddie Zimmer!
Mike Cagley
Covers Illinois football and basketball for the Illini Guys
Illini Guys
Episode: Northwestern’s Going Bowling! Plus, an Illinois Preview
Nick Selby
Writer and Editor at Sports Illustrated, USC alum
Sports Illustrated
Episode: USC Preview
James Williams
Los Angeles-based sports reporter for USA Today, covering UCLA football
USA Today
Episode: Northwestern vs. UCLA Week 5 Preview
Maddy Hudak
Sideline reporter for Tulane football
Tulane Green Wave
Episode: Northwestern vs. Tulane Week 1 Preview

Host

Zach Koons
Host of Bleav in Northwestern podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • NU v. Oregon

    Great job with good objective commentary. Please let us know in this weeks podcast how the HC can justify leaving the starting QB in for the UCLA game after 6 picks in two D1 starts. How does this compare to last year’s quarterback decision making by the HC?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Believer in Democracy
    United States9 months ago
  • Go ‘Cats!

    An excellent gateway into all things Northwestern sports. Whether you’re a fan of the school, the sports programs, and/or the host, there’s something for everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no1swimfreak
    United States2 years ago
  • Thrilled about this platform

    What a great way to stay in touch with what’s happening with the ‘Cats. Looking forward to hearing more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmandaPanda318
    United States2 years ago
  • Go ‘Cats

    Can’t wait to hear more of the mellifluous voice of Zach Koons breaking down the ‘Cats

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hettinger921
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Zach Koons brings a mellifluous voice and solid game analysis.
Engaging breakdowns of Northwestern sports with practical takes for fans and sponsors.
Accessible gateway into Northwestern sports with strong host chemistry.

Talking Points

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Inside Northwestern Basketball’s Transfer Portal Turnover
Q: Why has Northwestern been so active in the transfer portal this year?
The program faced a mass exodus after last season, needed to rebuild quickly, and is using grad transfers and mid-major players to create a viable rotation, while evaluating fit, shooting, and defense under a constrained budget.
Field Hockey Champions Tracey Fuchs and Maddie Zimmer!
Q: What moment convinced you this team could go all the way this season?
The unseeded nature of the team going into the tournament and the way we improved through Big Ten play, coupled with the belief that our returning core could compete at the highest level, gave us the confidence to think we could win, especially after the early NCAA rounds proved our resilience.
Inside the Chip Kelly Hire With ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg
Q: What made Northwestern decide to pursue Chip Kelly now?
Adam Rittenberg explains that the move was in the works for some time and aimed at swinging big to raise the program's ceiling, supported by leadership and NFL connections.
What’s Wrong With Northwestern Basketball? With Sports Illustrated’s Kevin Sweeney
Q: Can Nick Martinelli alone carry the offense, or is there a need for more complementary weapons?
Nick is incredibly skilled and efficient, but building around him requires rim protection, reliable perimeter shooting, and a true secondary option to relieve pressure and balance the offense; without those around him, the offense becomes too one-dimensional.
What’s Wrong With Northwestern Basketball? With Sports Illustrated’s Kevin Sweeney
Q: What do you think is the single biggest issue facing the team right now?
The lack of a cohesive five-man unit, with talented players individually but no lineup that consistently fits together, especially on defense and guard play, makes it hard to execute and close games.

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This show centers on Northwestern athletics, with a strong tilt toward football and men's basketball coverage, game-by-game analysis, and previews of upcoming opponents. Hosts dissect recent performances, coaching decisions, and quarterback play, often interviewing contributors from college sports media to add context on strategy and prospects. The discussions frequently touch on bowl eligibility, conference rivals, and season trajectories, making it a practical listen for fans and industry folks looking for timely, insider perspectives and guest expertise across Northwestern athletics.

A notable strength is the consistent focus on both football and basketball within the Northwestern ecosystem, along with guest voices embedded in college s... more

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