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Happer & Schaefer

1620 The Zone
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Nebraska
College Football
Nebraska Basketball
NFL
Baseball
Matt Rhule
College Baseball
Nebraska Football
College World Series
Creighton University
Nebraska Cornhuskers Football
Transfer Portal
Omaha
Big Ten
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Big Ten Conference
Big East Conference
College Basketball
NCAA Tournament

Connor Happer and Matt Mike Schaefer; every weekday morning from 6-10 a.m. on 1620 The Zone.

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Recent Guests

Michael Bruntz
Sports writer for Husker 24-7
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Episode: Michael Bruntz: Husker 24/7 - 11
Max Olson
College football analyst at ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Rundown - 1
Joey Sartar
Guest brought into the discussion to weigh in on the coolest athlete topic
Episode: The Fairly Odd Question - 9
Brian Christaverson
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Episode: It Ain't Coming Home - 1
Martha McMaster
Mother of Matt McMaster, introduced as the guest on Wacky Guest Wednesday
Family of Matt McMaster
Episode: Wacky Guest Wednesday - 7
Sam McEwan
Writer for The World-Herald, guest at 8:30 AM
World-Herald
Episode: Happy Half New Year - 1
Chicken Padilla
Sports broadcaster who is set to join the show
Episode: MIKE & CONtent - 9
Andres Cantor
Soccer broadcaster mentioned on air
Episode: World Cup Preview - 12
Michael Brunz
Guest joining at bottom of the hour
Episode: This Week in Baseball - 3

Hosts

Connor Happer
Host of the show, co-host of Happer & Schaefer; known for guiding discussion and presenting topics with Nebraska sports emphasis.
Matt Schaefer
Co-host providing analysis and commentary on football and baseball topics; central on-air presence.
Mike Schaefer
Co-host, participates in discussions and analysis across sports topics.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 521 ratings
  • You better like roundball, or else

    When are they going to relegate Happer to Creighton athletics hours? Not sure why 1620 insists on giving a show to hoops head who isn’t interested/isn’t knowledgeable on topics outside of college basketball …especially in a football dominant market. Like October to April is just a giant college hoops tongue bath coming from this guy. Dude sucks.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Andy S. Hart
    United States4 months ago
  • Schaefer Doesn’t Tip

    Mike Schaefer admitted to not taking part in tipping on this show. Citing Mr Pink’s arguments from Reservoir Dogs. The flaw is that Mr Pink claims servers make minimum wage and that we don’t tip other minimum wage employees. Servers do not make minimum wage they make “server minimum wage” in Nebraska it is currently $2.13 an hour. The economic model is built on exploiting vulnerable workers and by not tipping he takes it out on the people with the least power in the situation. If he’d like to ad... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pear of Pants
    United States6 months ago
  • Where’s Nick?

    Nick is still on the Billboard but not on the air, what gives? Is it that when Matt fails you won’t have to retool the Billboard for Nick upon his return? Is Nick secretly behind the scenes coaching Lil Matt? Are you cheap? Lazy? Both? Personally I think you’ve dumbed down the show by trying to lure in a younger audience. Gary’s getting long in the tooth but is still a show saver except when the youngster goes on a silly rant about something totally unrelated to anything in an intellectual perso... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Ghost of Bob
    United States10 months ago
  • Shut up pls

    They should really just make Jimmy the third host. Dude never shuts up.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Andy S. Hart
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too Soon?

    You replaced Nick with a kid, who sounds like…..a kid. I appreciate his effort, but he’s in over his head. How could he not be when the most significant parts of Nebraska sports history happened before he was born?

    This one is on management. I find the show much harder to listen too. Could be me. I simply change the channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Andrew 674
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Some episodes draw criticism for guest variety or topic breadth.
Positive feedback highlights quality guest insights and local sports coverage.
Listeners enjoy the on-air chemistry and banter between hosts.
Several reviews note long-running loyalty and reliability of morning show timing.
Fans appreciate strong Nebraska focus and insightful game breakdowns.

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#148
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Apple Podcasts
#129
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#230
China/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#246
Sweden/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

CFB Hot Seat Rankings - 4
Q: What is your take on Matt Rhule's current position and how long should he be given before a decision is made?
They express cautious optimism about Rhule's long-term plan but agree that results, consistency, and recruiting momentum over the next few seasons will determine whether he deserves more time, with a strong emphasis on balancing patience against real 'win-now' expectations.
Wacky Guest Wednesday - 7
Q: What was it like having your mom on the show for Wacky Guest Wednesday?
The hosts describe it as an unexpectedly delightful dynamic, with mom providing affectionate but candid insights about the family and Matt, which adds warmth and humor to the sports conversation.
Voids, Characters, & MIKE & CONtent - 10
Q: What is an appropriate confidence percentage that I feel like Nebraska is going to be an NCAA tournament team next year?
The hosts converge on a rough consensus around a seven to eight out of ten confidence level, acknowledging the roster rebuild and Fred Hoiberg's coaching as factors that could push the team toward the NCAA tournament, while conceding some uncertainty.
Max Olson: ESPN - 5
Q: How might playoff expansion influence program strategy and decision-making around transfers and depth chart management?
The guests suggest that a larger playoff field increases the value of having top teams and experienced players ready, potentially encouraging more aggressive roster moves and a willingness to invest in transfer quarterbacks to ensure postseason contention.
Max Olson: ESPN - 5
Q: Where did the idea for tackling the college football transfer portal angle come from, and what did you learn while exploring it?
Olson explains that rising NIL-era money has shifted the economics of recruiting and has real implications for how teams pursue and stabilize quarterback roles; his reporting shows that the market now largely determines starter status, not solely a team's young development arc.

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A weekday morning sports show focused on Nebraska athletics with deep dives into college football, basketball, and local baseball, often featuring guests and lively banter between hosts. Episodes spotlight team breakdowns, season outlooks, scheduling, and fan engagement, with a mix of data-driven analysis and humorous storytelling. Notable strengths include strong regional focus, accessibility for casual fans, and the ability to pair on-air chemistry with expert guests to unpack X's and O's across multiple sports.

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