Episodes

  • Ep. 862 - Illinois at Nebraska preview with Mike Schaefer and Joey Wagner

    Ep. 862 - Illinois at Nebraska preview with Mike Schaefer and Joey Wagner
    Sep 18 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews No. 24 Illinois and No. 22 Nebraska with Husker247's Mike Schaefer and Joey Wagner. Schaefer breaks down the Nebraska angles for Friday's top-25 matchup against Illinois, including how Matt Rhule has revitalized the Cornhuskers program, what has stood out about 5-star freshman QB Dylan Raiola, why the defense has been dominant and the keys against the Illini. Then Werner and Wagner answer six questions about Illinois at Nebraska, including what this game means for the Illini program, most encouraging things about the nonconference, concerns against Nebraska and how to handle Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Ep. 861 - Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn; Piper's update on Illini basketball staff, 2025 recruiting efforts

    Ep. 861 - Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn; Piper's update on Illini basketball staff, 2025 recruiting efforts
    Sep 17 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the status of Illinois basketball assistant coach Tim Anderson and what his potential departure would mean for the program. Piper then updates the Illini's recruiting efforts, including official visits for 2025 prospects Keaton Wagler, Brandon Lee and Trey Maddox as well as the latest with target Jacob Furphy. Illinois sophomore guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn joins the guys to discuss his offseason, what he learned as a freshman on an Elite Eight team and all the newcomers on the Illini roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Ep. 859 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 3-0 start, previews top-25 matchup at Nebraska

    Ep. 859 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 3-0 start, previews top-25 matchup at Nebraska
    Sep 16 2024
    All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's win over Central Michigan and previews a top-25 matchup at Nebraska. Leman discusses a dominant day for the defensive front against CMU, continued promise in the passing attack and running game issues. Leman then breaks down keys for the No. 24-ranked Illini against No. 22 Nebraska in Friday night's Big Ten opener and looks at the tough schedule ahead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Ep. 859 - Illini improve to 3-0 with 30-9 homecoming win over Chippewas

    Ep. 859 - Illini improve to 3-0 with 30-9 homecoming win over Chippewas
    Sep 14 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the Illini's 30-9 homecoming win over Central Michigan including what they learned and another strong defensive performance. They then discuss next week's matchup on Friday night at Nebraska. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Ep. 858 - Illinois vs. Central Michigan preview with Adam Jaksa and Joey Wagner

    Ep. 858 - Illinois vs. Central Michigan preview with Adam Jaksa and Joey Wagner
    Sep 12 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner talks with Central Michigan radio play-by-play man Adam Jaksa, who previews the Chippewas road game at Illinois on Saturday, breaking down expectations in Year Six under head coach Jim McElwain, Iowa transfer QB Joe Labas, CMU's offensive weapons and the defense. Werner and Joey Wagner answer a six-pack of questions about Illinois football entering Saturday's homecoming game against Central Michigan, including the impact of the Kansas win, which players have exceeded expectations, what concerns they want to see fixed this week and more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Ep. 857 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 23-17 win over Kansas

    Ep. 857 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 23-17 win over Kansas
    Sep 9 2024
    All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 23-17 win over Kansas. Leman breaks down what the win means for the program, what stood out about the defense's big day, what changed for an offense that struggled until a clutch fourth quarter and what the win says about the team with the schedule ahead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Ep. 856 - Illini upset No. 19 Kansas with 23-17 win

    Ep. 856 - Illini upset No. 19 Kansas with 23-17 win
    Sep 8 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's upset win of No. 19 Kansas in front of a sold out crowd at Memorial Stadium. The guys break down the strong performance from the Illinois defense in one of the most impressive wins of the Bret Bielema era. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Ep. 855 - Illini WBB lands 5-star guard Destiny Jackson

    Ep. 855 - Illini WBB lands 5-star guard Destiny Jackson
    Sep 5 2024
    Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner plays clips from five-star Whitney Young guard Destiny Jackson's announcement that she has committed to Illinois women's basketball. Then Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the impact of Illinois women's basketball landing five-star Chicago Whitney Young guard Destiny Jackson, how Illinois won the recruitment, how she fits the program's long-term and who could be next in the Class of 2025. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins