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Happer & Schaefer

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

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Remembering the past Husker football misfortunes and hoping to prevent that moving forward.

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Recent Guests

Max Olson
ESPN college football analyst
ESPN
Episode: Max Olson: ESPN - 11
Seth Greenberg
Former Virginia Tech coach, college basketball commentator
ESPN/college basketball media
Episode: Expansion Acceptance - 2
Lauren Michelson
Reporter for KETV
KETV
Episode: Lauren Michelson: KETV - 11
Mark Kingston
Baseball coach
Episode: Scoggins Update - 9
Lorne Mickelson
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Cr eighton athletics (implied)
Episode: Cup of Joe Returns - 1
Brad Christopherson
Guest joining at 8:30
Episode: Jays and Mavs goes haywire - 1
Tim Verghese
Recruiting updates expert to discuss college recruiting
Episode: Leaderless Badgers - 7
Mike Sautter
The guy who knows all things high school sports
High school sports analyst
Episode: Sautter's High School Sports Update - 7
John Higgins
Longtime official
College Basketball officiating
Episode: John Higgins: Former CBB Official - 8

Hosts

Connor Happer
Co-host known for his engaging banter and sports analysis, often focusing on Nebraska athletics and college sports.
Matt Schaefer
Co-host who brings humor and in-depth knowledge of sports, emphasizing analysis of local and college teams.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 516 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.

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    Andy S. Hart
    United Statesa month 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

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    Pear of Pants
    United States3 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

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    The Ghost of Bob
    United States8 months ago
  • Shut up pls

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

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    Andy S. Hart
    United States10 months 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
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    Andrew 674
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep dives into local sports topics and player analysis, balancing humor with insightful commentary.
Feedback indicates a loyal following who enjoy the hosts' chemistry and the entertaining approach to sports discussions.
Some express dissatisfaction with recent changes in hosting dynamics, highlighting a preference for past personalities.

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Mark Kingston: Creighton Baseball Head Coach - 10
Q: Should we get the Dolphins question going first?
Kingston acknowledges the weekend's draft discussions and shifts the focus back to Creighton, noting the importance of maintaining focus on the team and upcoming series.
Lauren Michelson KETV - 11
Q: What sparked the idea for a job swap between the hosts and Lauren Michelson?
They riff on a mutual curiosity about how different media roles work, then formalize it as a plan to swap duties for a day to test skills and generate fresh, cross-format content.
John Higgins: Former CBB Official - 8
Q: How big of an honor is it to be chosen to be part of these final four crews, to be part of this whole event here, even just to be part of the sweet 16 or the elite eight?
Higgins describes it as a pinnacle achievement, highlighting the small pool of officials who reach the final rounds and the sense of pride in contributing to top-tier college basketball, while also acknowledging the effort and politics involved in staying at that elite level.
Sautter's High School Sports Update - 7
Q: What are the biggest pressures facing Class A football with transfer activity and open enrollment?
The guests explain that top programs are pulling in talent through transfers, which creates imbalance; the NSAA is constrained by existing laws, and scheduling changes aim to balance competitive play without fundamentally changing school eligibility rules.
Creighton Crown Reaction - 4
Q: On NIL, when or is it depending, I mean I know if it's a top line player it's different, like Trey Taylor at Nebraska. When do players start getting paid after signing?
The guest explained that payment typically starts after signing, with structures varying by contract, and noted that FOIA implications hinge on whether players are treated as employees, which is not straightforward for NIL arrangements.

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Listeners can expect engaging discussions on a variety of sports topics, particularly focusing on college football, college basketball, and baseball. The hosts frequently analyze local teams, diving into player performances, game strategies, and fan culture surrounding Nebraska athletics. Their humor and rapport shine through as they share stories and insights, making the content relatable and entertaining for sports enthusiasts. Notably, they often explore the intersections of sports and broader topics like commercialization and cultural trends, offering a well-rounded perspective that appeals to a diverse audience. This lively banter, paired with sharp analysis, sets a distinctive tone that attracts listeners who appreciate both competiti... more

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