Bandwagon

Illinois Public Media - WILL
  • 3.5 (4)
  • SPORTS

Bandwagoneers Brian Moline, Lisa Bralts, and John Steinbacher stand bravely at the intersection of sports and culture, trying to make sense of the increasingly confusing-but-compelling world of sports. Results: Always pending. Follow the gang on Twitter: @bndwgnpdcst

  1. 09/18/2018

    Turn Out the Lights…

    It's true - the party is over for Bandwagon after 56 episodes. But don't be sad it's over - be happy it happened!

  2. 05/24/2018

    Women Dig the Long Ball

    What do (some) women love? The long ball, and a well-executed double play, and great pitching, and hitting streaks, and... you get the picture. Women love baseball, so why aren't more of them in the game? Team Bandwagon discusses... with an actual woman in the game.

  3. 05/04/2018

    Draft Day

    In this week's episode, we dive into everything about the draft in all the major pro sports. As we discuss the recent NFL Draft and evaluate the picks and more. We also talk about the Illinois Marathon that wrapped up this weekend and the One and Done rule in college basketball.

  4. 04/20/2018

    Weather or Not

    Team Bandwagon is back to full strength as we talk about the Boston Marathon as it has Illinois ties, Illini sports and its transfers, and the rise and success of the new franchise in the NHL. Also, we bring in avid NBA fan and producer of the show 21st, Alan Montecillo, as he talks about the NBA Playoffs.

  5. 04/06/2018

    Numbers Never Lie

    The NCAA tournaments have wrapped up, as Team Bandwagon talks about the outcome of both the men's and women's games, Illini Sports, baseball, and more. Also, this week we bring in Fighting Illini Baseball Manager of Analytics Charlie Young as he talks about how he got started and his role on the team!

  6. 03/14/2018

    Win or Go Home

    It’s the best time of the year...MARCH MADNESS!! We bring in a special guest: ESPN Insider and Illini graduate John Gasaway as he talks about teams that are sleepers, favorites, and Illini basketball. Also, we recap Spring Training, NFL combine and other things around the sports world! So sit back, relax, and come jump on the Bandwagon!

  7. 03/03/2018

    Hair of the Olympic Dog

    The Bandwagon crew deals with its Winter Olympics hangover by, well, talking about the Winter Olympics. Also: the 411 on what it's really like to drive a Zamboni, bad renditions of the national anthem, and much more, of course.

  8. 02/16/2018

    Winter Fun and Winter Games

    Good news, everyone - it's Olympic season!! We recap the early results and the main story lines involving the Games. Also, we have a special guest: Illini Wrestler Isaiah Martinez comes in to discuss his career and MORE. So sit back, relax, and come jump on the Bandwagon!

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About

Bandwagoneers Brian Moline, Lisa Bralts, and John Steinbacher stand bravely at the intersection of sports and culture, trying to make sense of the increasingly confusing-but-compelling world of sports. Results: Always pending. Follow the gang on Twitter: @bndwgnpdcst

Information

  • Creator
    Illinois Public Media - WILL
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2018
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 University of Illinois
  • Show Website
    Bandwagon