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Episode 163: 7 Wins and WBB 23 Wins + Beat $C Week

UCLA fans, we got a big episode today! We chat about the 7 game win stream, most recently over MSU and PSU, what's led to that and the massive upcoming game against Illinois. We also chat about WBB's own 23 game winstreak, recent wins over OSU and Oregon and the massive cross-town showdown. Lastly, we chat about attendance and the failures of marketing from our AD. Check it all out here!

Episode 162: A B1G Showdown with Sparty+ WBB Stays Perfect

Bruin fans, it feels like UCLA is back! We chat about the big win over Oregon last week, how Dylan Andrews is back to his old self, why Aday Mara continues to be the key to the season and of course, preview a massive game at Pauley against Tom Izzo and the MSU Spartans. We also talk about WBB's perfect record, their recent takedown of Minnesota and the looming matchups with Ohio St and Southern Cal. Check it all out here!

Episode 161: 4 Game Win Streak + WBB Domination

Bruins, we're back with a brand new hoops-centric episode! We talk about UCLA MBB's 4 game win streak, including a nice win over cross-town rival Southern Cal, how Aday Mara has evolved into a force, Dylan Andrews' continued improvement and why defense still needs to tighten up. This episode also delves into WBB absolute domination, powered by the duo of Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice. Check it all out right here!

Episode 160: Back on Track?

Is UCLA MBB back on track? After 2 wins in a row (one over a ranked Wisconsin team), it seems like they're trending in the right direction. We chat about what's working for the Bruins, who has stepped up and what we want to see improved going into the next couple of games. We also chat about WBB and they're dismantling of Baylor and best starting record in program history. Lastly, we chat about the CFP Championship and how UCLA should approach football. Check it all out here!

Episode 159: The Beginning of the End? + A Call to Action to Help LA

By now, everyone is aware of the truly devastating fires that have impacted the greater Los Angeles community over the past week. We've been asked by some how they can help, so we've listed some links of vetted, trusted organizations that will directly help with recovery and beyond. Every penny counts and LA appreciates you all:

- World Central Kitchen

- Los Angeles Regional Food Bank

- Pasadena Human Society

-LAFD Foundation Wildfire Emergency Fund

 

Now for our actual episode...We may be seeing the beginning of the end of the Mick Cronin era and it hasn't been pretty. We talk about the 4 game losing skid, what the major issues are, what may be causing them and how we can potentially right the ship over the next week weeks. This episode also includes a quick discussion on WBB and football transfer news. Check it out!

Episode 158: Uh-Oh...(MBB Woes, WBB Domination, Football Recruiting Ws)

It's safe to say, the honeymoon period for this season is over. After back-to-back losses in the B1G, UCLA MBB sits on a precipice. We chat about some alarming trends we've seen that have led to these losses, some frustrating decisions Mick has made and what needs to happen to course correct, starting this week at Maryland. While the men struggle, we also talk about how #1 WBB continues to demolish teams in B1G play. Lastly, we give a quick update on football's recruiting successes and our new DL coach. Check it out here! CORRECTION: The loss to Michigan was actually the second worst loss since 2009 at Pauley Pavilion.

Episode 157: Exorcism at Intuit

Happy New Year Bruins! The wicked witch is dead! We chat about UCLA's massive win over Gonzaga at the Intuit Dome; what led to the victory, key players who've stepped up and what it means for UCLA going forward. We also chat about WBB, who keeps on steamrolling teams. Lastly, we talk about football's new QB transfer and the QB situation overall. Check it out right here!

Episode 156: Revenge Tour Ends

The Mick Cronin revenge tour ends, but not all is lost! We chat about the UNC loss and what led to the L. Looking forward, we preview the Gonzaga game and why it’s one of the most important games left on our non-con. We also chat about WBB continuing to pummel teams and some football transfers. Check it out here!

Episode 155: We Beat Zona! + Football Transfer Season

It's been a busy week. We took down those frontrunning Wildcats in the desert, and Mick Cronin's team is starting to exhibit the signs of a tough, winning team we've all grown to love. But there is still much to work on. Womens BB is #1, and looking like it. Meanwhile in football land, CDF is cleaning house on the coaching staff. So far, so good in transfer recruiting. Listen right here!

Episode 154: Football Moves and B1G Basketball

A LOT has happened in the past week or so Bruin fans! On the football side, we chat about UCLA moving on from Eric Bienemy as OC, Tino Sunseri as our new incoming OC and what that means, NSD fallout and the transfer portal. With basketball, your MBB team has re-entered the (ranking!) chat, beating UW at home and taking down #12 Oregon on the road to reach #24. We also preview the big rivalry showdown in Phoenix against the hated Arizona Wildcats. Lastly, we chat about WBB's B1G win over UW and their continued dominance. Check it all out right here!