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The Wildcast

Arizona Daily Star
Arizona Wildcats
Big 12
Big 12 Conference
Pac-12
NCAA Tournament
Noah Fafita
Basketball
College Football
Brent Brennan
Arizona Football
BYU
NCAA
NCAA Football
Arizona Baseball
Transfer Portal
Arizona Men's Basketball
Tommy Lloyd
Caleb Love
NIL
Pac-12 Conference

Michael Lev and friends break down the Arizona Wildcats. A product of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com.

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Latest Episodes

It's finally here. Arizona. BYU. Big 12 opener in Week 2 of the college football season — and it features two teams that are considered contenders for the conference title race. Can the Wildcats get a W in Provo for the first time since 1975? The Sta... more

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After Arizona's season-opening win over Northern Arizona, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss notable storylines and answer your mailbag questions ahead of UA-BYU in Provo.

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It's game week! The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev return to preview the Arizona-NAU matchup, among other games, with in-state colleague Jordan Hamm.

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Host Michael Lev is joined by Daily Star colleague Bruce Pascoe to break down the Arizona men's basketball team's performance during its three-game exhibition tour in Lithuania.  Michael and Bruce discuss Ivan Kharchenkov's potential breakout, five-s... more

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Recent Guests

Bobby Wade
Arizona wide receivers coach, passing game coordinator and assistant head coach
University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 574: Bobby Wade talks Arizona receiver rotation, fastest Wildcats, notable newcomers, T-Mac's rookie season, and Noah Fifita's legacy
Ivan Kharchenkov
Arizona Basketball Forward
Arizona Wildcats
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 573: Ivan Kharchenkov discusses summer goals, Year 2 at Arizona, and growing up in Germany
Danny Gonzales
Arizona football defensive coordinator
Arizona Wildcats
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 572: Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales discusses UA's defense, breakout players, revenge vs. BYU, coaching plans
Chip Hale
Arizona head baseball coach
University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 571: Chip Hale on UA baseball's offseason moves and the decision that changed his life
Cameron Holmes
Freshman wing for the Arizona men's basketball team
Arizona Wildcats / University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 570: Getting to know Arizona freshman Cameron Holmes and checking in on UA running backs with Lyle Moevao
Lyle Moevao
Running backs coach at Arizona
Arizona Wildcats / University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 570: Getting to know Arizona freshman Cameron Holmes and checking in on UA running backs with Lyle Moevao
Becky Burke
Arizona Women's Basketball Head Coach
Arizona Wildcats
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 569: Becky Burke discusses Arizona's offseason rebuild, settling into Year 2
Kim Doss
Arizona Desert Swarm writer covering U of A softball
AZ Desert Swarm
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 566: What went wrong for Arizona softball and what does the future hold for the program?
Clancy Shields
Arizona men's tennis coach
University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 565: UA men's tennis coach Clancy Shields on building a winner, growing the sport

Hosts

Justin Spears
Host of The Wildcast podcast and frequent on-air contributor focusing on Arizona Wildcats coverage.
Michael Lev
Co-host and senior writer/columnist covering Arizona Wildcats sports with extensiveBeat reporter experience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Lev good, Take Spears

    I enjoy this podcast and Lev is wonderful. Very balanced. He doesn’t sugarcoat things but he also doesn’t bash everything. I wish I could say the same thing about Justin Spears. I don’t know if he owes something to Brennan or what but he prefers the “rah rah” reporting as opposed to actual reporting. I don’t need you to bash Brennan (although warranted) but his constant making excuses for him is getting old. I often don’t make it through the emote podcast because of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    EllKey77
    United States2 years ago
  • Never say Fisch again

    Read Lev column today on the guy who’s in Washington now who had Noah Fifita on the bench behind de Laura. An injury saved the Stanford game and the season for Arizona.

    Best podcast for Arizona fans by far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    No mas PEZ
    United States3 years ago
  • Real Journalists with Real Analysis

    Required twice weekly listening for all Wildcat fans who appreciate real journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John1731
    United States3 years ago
  • Forest and the trees of UofA sports

    Lev and Spears are have a Birdseye view of the Cats and all things UofA Sports while sharing being the scenes insights. Lev also brings a great perspective from various markets and Spears is tapped in locally. Love listening to their analysis and picks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lost_and_late
    United States3 years ago
  • Can’t hear

    I don’t know what’s going on with Justin Spears microphone but I cannot hear him at all. Then up the volume and Lev is blasting through the speakers. For being an audio show you would think that’s important. And I WANT to hear the podcast. Please fix it! Been like this for a bit.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AlexAlvarezAZ
    United States3 years ago

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A go-to resource for UofA sports fans who want real journalism and informed opinions.
High-quality breakdowns of Arizona athletics, though audio quality has been a concern for some listeners.
Balanced, insightful analysis with insider access.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#154
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Wildcast, Episode 574: Bobby Wade talks Arizona receiver rotation, fastest Wildcats, notable newcomers, T-Mac's rookie season, and Noah Fifita's legacy
Q: What has Noah Fifita shown as a leader in the last couple of years?
Noah has evolved from a quiet leader to a vocal one who commands the huddle, leads by example, and pushes teammates to improve both on and off the field.
The Wildcast, Episode 570: Getting to know Arizona freshman Cameron Holmes and checking in on UA running backs with Lyle Moevao
Q: What drew you to Arizona, and how has your relationship with Coach Brennan influenced your decision?
Holmes cites Brennan's strategic leadership, open-minded approach, and the team's buy-in as key factors that attracted him to Arizona, reinforcing a sense of growth and opportunity.
The Wildcast, Episode 570: Getting to know Arizona freshman Cameron Holmes and checking in on UA running backs with Lyle Moevao
Q: What makes him such an effective leader as a coach?
Moevao highlights the coach's ability to connect with people and motivate players, plus the openness to ideas and a collaborative environment that drives buy-in from the team.
The Wildcast, Episode 564: Arizona men's basketball spring roster breakdown
Q: Who are the likely additions or replacements for the power forward spot?
Possible paths include returning Karchenkov to the four, adding a European post presence, or adding a portal player like Devin Williams, with plan A/B/C depending on Peat's decision.
The Wildcast, Episode 564: Arizona men's basketball spring roster breakdown
Q: What is the timeline for Koa Peat's decision and how does it affect Arizona's roster?
The timeline centers around the NBA draft combine and subsequent decisions; if Peat stays in the draft, Arizona looks to fill the void with portal additions or European recruits, and if he returns, Arizona could push into the top five in early projections for next season.

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What is The Wildcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven, Tucson-area sports show that dissects Arizona Wildcats football and basketball with insider access, practical roster analysis, and deep dives into coaching moves, recruiting, and player development. Listeners get fast-paced breakdowns of depth charts, transfer dynamics, and post-season implications, often anchored by on-site reporting, guest interviews, and affection for local teams. Noteworthy is the mix of sharp tactical insights with long-running coverage of the Wildcats' evolution, plus a recurring emphasis on program-building, NIL and portal realities, and cross-sport storytelling from coaching staff and players. Potential guests or sponsors can expect highly engaged sports fans who value insider context and expertise ac... more

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Recent guests on The Wildcast include:

1. Bobby Wade
2. Ivan Kharchenkov
3. Danny Gonzales
4. Chip Hale
5. Cameron Holmes
6. Lyle Moevao
7. Becky Burke
8. Kim Doss

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