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The Wildcast

Arizona Daily Star
Arizona Wildcats
Big 12
Big 12 Conference
Pac-12
NCAA Tournament
Noah Fafita
College Football
Basketball
Brent Brennan
Arizona Football
Byu
NCAA Football
Arizona Baseball
NCAA
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

Arizona sophomore forward Ivan Kharchenkov joined The Wildcast Podcast to reflect on his first season at Arizona, potentially playing more minutes at power forward, gaining muscle in the summer and hosting a camp in Germany, among other things.

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With training camp right around the corner, Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales joined The Wildcast to talk about the offseason, coaching plans, Arizona's schedule, potential breakout players, leaders of the defense, and the Wildcats' eagern... more

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Host Michael Lev of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com is joined by Arizona baseball coach Chip Hale. Michael and Chip talk about the Wildcats' offseason moves so far, including the hiring of new hitting coach Jack Meggs and the promotion of Garen... more

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Two guests for Fourth of July weekend! First, host Michael Lev is joined by Arizona men's basketball freshman Cameron Holmes. They talk about Holmes' older brother, DaRon, who just completed his first season in the NBA; Holmes' new teammate and roomm... more

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Recent Guests

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
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
Bruce Pascoe
Men's basketball beat reporter
Arizona Daily Star and tucson.com
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 564: Arizona men's basketball spring roster breakdown
Caitlin Lowe
Arizona softball coach
University of Arizona
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 561: Caitlin Lowe drops by to talk all things Arizona softball
Kim Doss
Arizona softball and women's basketball expert for AZ Desert Swarm
AZ Desert Swarm
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 556: Reviewing Becky Burke's first season and previewing Arizona softball's series at No. 2 Texas Tech
Mike Rooney
ESPN analyst and expert in Big 12 Baseball
ESPN, D1baseball.com
Episode: The Wildcast, Episode 552: Arizona and Big 12 baseball preview with ESPN analyst Mike Rooney

Hosts

Michael Lev
Host of The Wildcast; senior writer and columnist for the Arizona Daily Star and tucson.com.
Justin Spears
Co-host and commentator; covers Arizona Wildcats and Tucson sports.

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.

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    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
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    AlexAlvarezAZ
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Sound quality and production can be inconsistent, but content remains compelling
Strong focus on Arizona sports makes it a must for Wildcats fans
Guests bring valuable expertise and varied perspectives
Some listeners feel occasional political tilt in episodes
Balanced analysis with credible reporting and local insights

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
The Wildcast, Episode 561: Caitlin Lowe drops by to talk all things Arizona softball
Q: Is pitching a problem in college softball; why do ERAs seem up nationally?
ERAs are a bit higher across the board due to a combination of a smaller strike zone being called, better hitting and training, and teams facing top-tier competition more frequently, which collectively raises the numbers even as pitchers remain highly skilled.

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A sports podcast focused on Arizona Wildcats coverage, with in-depth analysis of football, basketball, and softball, plus recruiting, NIL, and transfer Portal dynamics. Episodes frequently feature insider perspectives from beat reporters, coaches, and analysts, and there are regular sponsor segments tied to local Tucson audiences. A hallmark is thoughtful, data-informed discussion balanced with accessible storytelling about the program and its personalities, making it a go-to for dedicated Wildcats fans seeking context beyond game recaps. The show often mixes game breakdowns, roster moves, and program-building narratives, with guests providing firsthand insights into coaching, development, and competition within the Arizona athletic landsca... more

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1. Chip Hale
2. Cameron Holmes
3. Lyle Moevao
4. Becky Burke
5. Clancy Shields
6. Bruce Pascoe
7. Caitlin Lowe
8. Kim Doss

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