From The Bench

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From the Bench with Caroline McGartland, Sean Duffy and Ben Lindsley of WSUM Sports lean into their unathletic abilities. With an emphasis on Wisconsin Sports, this trio uses discussion mixed with game to give an entertaining fifty minutes of sports.

  1. 6d ago

    This Brewers Bullpen is ELITE

    In this episode of From The Bench, Caroline is loving how the Brewers' "death-pen" has pitched lights-out en route to a 2-0 lead against the Dodgers in the NLCS. The Packers throttled the Bears 31-7 to breathe new life into their season, proving that Luther Burden could not, in fact, "make them quit." Plus, the gang previews Badger football's upcoming matchup against #12 UCLA!

  2. Oct 12

    Jackson Chourio is a STAR

    In this episode of From The Bench, the Brewers take a 2-1 lead in the NLDS thanks to a walk-off base hit from Jackson Chourio, but can they finish it out? Plus, Wisconsin Badger football put away Michigan State in very complete fashion and Sean "Collinsworth" Duffy likens Colton Joseph's game to... Patrick Mahomes?

  3. Oct 12

    Luke Fickell's SIGNATURE WIN

    In this episode of From The Bench, Luke Fickell and the Badgers start Big Ten play off strong with a 24-20 win at #13 Penn State, but can they carry the momentum into homecoming weekend against Michigan State? The Packers make a flurry of signings for the offensive line, but will it be enough to fix the worst unit in the league? Plus, the Brewers will play either the Cubs or Padres in the NLDS (spoiler: it's the Padres), and Sean and Caroline go head-to-head in the return of Real Or Fake!

  4. Sep 25

    Are The Packers AWFUL?

    In this episode of From The Bench, the gang discusses who they think the Brewers' third starting pitcher should be for the playoffs. The Packers win an overtime nailbiter against the New York Jets, but will this be a sustainable way of winning against tougher opponents? Plus, has the Badgers offense finally found its identity after wide receiver Tyrell Henry's record-breaking performance against Eastern Michigan?

  5. Sep 18

    At Least The Brewers Are Good

    In this episode of From The Bench, how much longer of a leash are we going to give Matt LaFleur's playcalling after yet another late-game collapse at the hands of the Minnesota Vikings? Badger football gets its first win of the season against Western Illinois by a score of 36-9, but QB Colton Joseph does not look like what we expected him to be thus far. Plus, what should the Brewers' priorities be for the remainder of the regular season after clinching their fourth straight division title?

  6. Sep 11

    PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Same Old Badgers?

    In this pre-recorded episode of From The Bench, a horrible second half against Notre Dame leaves the gang wondering if this year is going to be any different for Luke Fickell and the Badgers. Plus, Ben knows what needs to be done with the first round picks taken from the LA Clippers, and Ben and Sean share their expectations for the Packers as the NFL season kicks into gear.

  7. Sep 8

    What To Do About Josh Jacobs

    In this episode of From The Bench, Ben, Sean and Caroline are BACK for another season of Wisconsin sports. The gang mulls the impending legal challenges of Packers RB Josh Jacobs, debates whether NFL players should be allowed to go back to college and previews the Badgers' week 1 matchup against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field. Plus, the debut of our newest segment: One Good Thing!

  8. Jul 17

     04/30/26: Brandon Cisse is a Green Bay Packer.

    In this episode of From The Bench, the Packers draft class is in, and it may just be the best one we've seen in a hot minute. John Blackwell may be off to Duke, but the Badgers have already reloaded in the transfer portal. Plus, Sean plans to beat up a washing machine and the boys reminisce on the first year of the show

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From the Bench with Caroline McGartland, Sean Duffy and Ben Lindsley of WSUM Sports lean into their unathletic abilities. With an emphasis on Wisconsin Sports, this trio uses discussion mixed with game to give an entertaining fifty minutes of sports.

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  • Creator
    WSUM
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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