Best Eanet Podcasts (2025)

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With Sarah Saheb and Lindsay Eanet. 57:48

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Joining Mike this episode of Hitting Left are labor organizer Sarah Saheb and writer Lindsay Eanet to discuss Trump's Big Ugly Budget, DOGE, and their impact on Chicago and elsewhere. They have both been on top the new assault on the living standards of poor and working families and cuts to social services here in Chicago and in cities around the c…

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With two members of Chicago Jewish Voice for Peace, Benjamin Teller and Jimmy Rothschild. 59:49

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Joining Mike in the Hitting Left studio are two members of Chicago Jewish Voice for Peace, Benjamin Teller and Jimmy Rothschild. Jimmy Rothschild is a community organizer based in Chicago who’s been active with Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) and other progressive Jewish organizations. Benjamin Teller is among six members of JVP Chicago who started an…

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With Ken Cloke. 58:10

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is Ken Cloke. Ken is a renowned mediator, arbitrator, and expert in conflict resolution. As the Director of the Center for Dispute Resolution, Ken has spent decades navigating complex disputes, fostering dialogue, and advocating for transformative mediation practices. His work spans labor disputes, polit…

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With Thorne Dreyer and Alice Embree. 58:49

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Joining Mike on this episde of Hitting Left are Texas 60's activists and authors Thorne Dreyer and Alice Embree.

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With Bill Ayers 58:57

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is Bill Ayers, teacher, activist, and author. They discuss the current assault on academic freedom.

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With Marie Newman. 58:44

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Joining Mike on this editon of Hitting Left is former Congresswomen Marie Newman who returns to the studio to talk about her new book, A Life Made from Scratch. We used to call her the “machine buster.”

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With Elizabeth Todd-Breland. 56:12

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is educator, author, and Chicago Board of Ed member, Elizabeth Todd-Breland. She's written a biography of the late, great, former CTU President, Karen Lewis.

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With Jason Rieger, Tom Grace and Jerry Harris. 56:24

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left are Jason Rieger from Indivisible Chicago, Tom Grace, historian, author, and veteran of the Kent State shootings of 1970, and Jerry Harris, author and prominent figure in the study of globalization and its impact on society.

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Coach Chris Collins is staying at Northwestern: ‘I’m excited to get to work and see what we can do’

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Chris Collins, head basketball coach at Northwestern, joins John Williams and Dave Eanet to talk about reaching an agreement to remain the head coach through 2030. Coach says he is excited to build something special in Evanston and keep pushing the program forward. Who is coach rooting for in this weekend’s Final Four (You probably know)? https://s…

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With Fred Klonsky 59:11

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Brother Fred joins Mike in this edition of Hitting Left to discuss New York mayoral politics, the spineless national Democrats and Signalgate.

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With former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. 57:49

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is former Chicago Mayor Lori LIghtfoot to discuss Trump's attack on the cities.

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With Ray Long and Alaina Hampton 57:34

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Joining Mike this edition of Hitting Left is Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long and Democratic Party consultant Alaina Hampton to disucuss convicted former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan and Illinois' culture of corruption

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NU men’s basketball coach Chris Collins: We are playing for our season right now

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Chris Collins, head basketball coach at Northwestern, joins John Williams and Dave Eanet to talk about the challenges the team has faced this season, how he is proud of the resiliency and fight of his players, the incredible leadership that the older players have shown this year, how deep the league has been this year, and the importance of the las…

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With Hilton Obenzinger 58:51

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Joining Mike and Susan on this edition of Hitting left is author ands poet Hilton Obenzinger. They discuss the Judaism v. Zionism debate, Trump's plan for a Gaza Riviera, and other madman MAGA tactics.

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With Ryan Alexander-Tanner and Sandra Castilo. 58:53

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Joining MIke as cohost this editon of Hitting Left is Susan Klonsky. The guests are the author and cartoon artist Ryan Alexander-Tanner and immigrant rights activist Rev. Sandra Castillo. Ryan Alexander-Tanner has written and illustrated a book about Muhammad Ali. Susan and Mike will get the latest update on President Trump’s threatened assault on …

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Recap: Northwestern 76 – Maryland 74 – OT – 1/16/25

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Maryland Terrapins – January 16, 2025 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney call Nick Martinelli’s buzzer-beating game-winning basket in overtime to win the game: https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7153485/Northwestern_-_Maryland_-_Martinelli_2025-01-17-050125.64kmono.mp3 More coverage Northweste…

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With Liz Futrell, Renaldo Hudson and Stanley Howard. 57:58

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Former death row inmates, now Chicago anti-death-penalty activists Renaldo Hudson and Stanley Howard joined by Liz Futrell, author of "Lessons from Death Row."

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With Rus Bradburd and Floyd Webb. 56:42

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is basketball coach turned novelist Rus Bradburd and filmmaker Floyd Webb. Floyd and Mike will be talking about the Black Panthers on the 55th anniversary of the murder of Illinois Black Panther Chairman, Fred Hampton.

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With co-host Susan Klonsky and guest Rabbi Brant Rosen. 56:26

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Joining Mike and co-host Susan Klonsky on this edition of Hitting Left is Rabbi Brant Rosen from Chicago's anti-Zionist Tzedek Congregation. Gaza, Lebanon, and resistance to war and genocide in the Trump era are the topics for discussion.

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Highlights: Illinois 38 – Northwestern 28 – 11/30/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Illinois Fighting Illini – November 30, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7092243/Illinois_38_-_Northwestern_28_-_11_30_24_2024-11-30-211743.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s f…

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Collegiately Speaking: One final time to keep the Hat

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa react to Northwestern’s 50-6 loss on the road at Michigan. Then they talk about the importance of winning the final game of the season and the momentum it can create going into the offseason. Next they talk about some the young players on the Wildcats who have caught their eye this year. Later on, graduate student defensive…

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Highlights: Michigan 50 – Northwestern 6 – 11/23/24

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Northwestern Wildcats at Michigan Wolverines – November 23, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7085772/Michigan_50_-_Northwestern_6_2024-11-24-013012.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:…

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With Rashid Khalidi. 56:08

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Joining Hitting Left host Mike Klonsky onthis edition is Rashid Khalidi, a Palestinian-American historian of the Middle East and the Edward Said Professor Emeritus of Modern Arab Studies at Columbia University.

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Collegiately Speaking: Cam Porter giving it his all in final games as a Wildcat

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa preview the trip to Michigan this Saturday and what they need to do to come away with a win. Then they break down Northwestern’s 31-7 loss to #2 Ohio State at Wrigley Field and some of the positives from the game. Later on, graduate student running back Cam Porter joins the show to talk and reminisce about his time at North…

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Highlights: Ohio State 31 – Northwestern 7 – 11/16/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Ohio State Buckeyes – November 16, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7075831/Ohio_State_31_-_Northwestern_7_-_11_16_24_2024-11-16-212131.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firin…

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Collegiately Speaking: Northwestern heading back to the Friendly Confines looking to finish the season strong

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back after resting up during the bye week. They recap Northwestern’s thrilling overtime win over Purdue and the progress the offense made in that game. Then, they preview the game this Saturday at Wrigley Field against the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. Later on, graduate student linebacker Xander Mueller joins the …

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With brother Fred Klonsky and political strategist Joanna Klonsky. 58:17

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In the wake of the election of Donald Trump Mike is joined by former co-host Fred Klonsky and political strategist Joanna Klonsky to discuss the results and where we go now.

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Highlights: Northwestern 26 – Purdue 20 – OT – 11/2/24

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Northwestern Wildcats at Purdue Boilermakers – November 2, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7019647/Northwestern_Purdue_11-2-24_2024-11-02-204347.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:#0…

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Chris Collins: ‘We have to continue to be that chip on our shoulder program’

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Chris Collins, head basketball coach at Northwestern, joins John Williams and Dave Eanet to talk about their first exhibition game last night, how much the players prepare for the upcoming season, what his team will be like without the great Boo Buie, who he is most excited about on this year’s squad, the way they used the transfer portal to acquir…

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Collegiately Speaking: The Wildcat offense looks to bounce back against Purdue

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 40-14 loss on the road at Iowa last week. They also discuss the importance of winning at the end of the first half and the beginning of the second half. Then they talk about the struggles of the offense and the opportunity they have against Purdue this weekend. Later on, graduate student tight end …

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Highlights: Iowa 40 – Northwestern 14 – 10/26/24

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Northwestern Wildcats at Iowa Hawkeyes – October 26, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7007636/Northwestern_Iowa_10-26-24_2024-10-27-004236.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:#000;} Il…

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Collegiately Speaking: How Northwestern is handling NIL

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 23-3 loss to Wisconsin. Dave and Dan talk about the mistakes near the end of the half that helped get the game away from the Wildcats. Then they evaluate quarterback Jack Lausch and discuss what he needs to do going into a hostile environment against Iowa. Jacob Schmidt, Executive Director of TrueN…

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Highlights: Wisconsin 23 – Northwestern 3 – 10/19/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Wisconsin Badgers – October 19, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6997376/Northwestern_Wisconsin_10-19-24_2024-10-19-202816.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill…

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Collegiately Speaking: The Wildcats looking to make a statement in final game of season on lakefront

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 37-10 win over Maryland last Friday night. They discuss quarterback Jack Lausch’s steady improvement and how Northwestern can get the running game going. Next, they talk about the performance of kicker Luke Akers stepping in for the injured Jack Olsen and making all of his field goals and extra poi…

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Highlights: Northwestern 37 – Maryland 10 – 10/11/24

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Northwestern Wildcats at Maryland Terrapins – October 11, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6927627/Northwestern_Maryland_10-11-24_2024-10-12-041827.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:…

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With Juan Gonzalez. 57:36

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is Juan Gonzalez, co-Host of Democracy Now!, Senior Fellow at Great Cities Institute of UIC, founding member of the Young Lords and leader of the '68 protest at Columbia University. Juan Gonzalez is author of a new study of the "Brown Belt" in Chicago.

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Collegiately Speaking: The Wildcat offense looks to build off good performance against Indiana

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 41-24 loss to Indiana. Dave and Dan talk about the positive steps the offense took on Saturday and how they can keep it going against Maryland on Friday night. Later on, graduate student offensive lineman Cooper Lovelace talks about his decision to transfer to Northwestern and what he loves about N…

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With Bill Ayers. 59:14

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Joining Mike on this edition of Hitting Left is author, educator, activist and long-time friend, Bill Ayers. His latest book is called, When Freedom is the Question, Abolition is the Answer: Reflections on Collective Liberation.

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Highlights: Indiana 41 – Northwestern 24 – 10/5/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers – October 5, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6821964/Northwestern_Indiana_10-5-24_2024-10-06-004204.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:#000…

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Collegiately Speaking: The Wildcat defense looks to slow down the high powered Hoosiers

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 24-5 loss to Washington in the Big Ten opener. Dave and Dan discuss what went wrong on offense and where the Wildcats can improve. Then the guys talk about the continued strong play from the Wildcat defense. Next up, Dave and Dan preview the match-up against Indiana this Saturday. Later on, graduat…

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Highlights: Washington 24 – Northwestern 5 – 9/21/24

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Northwestern Wildcats at Washington Huskies – September 21, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6543437/Northwestern_Washington_9-21-24_2024-09-22-040537.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fi…

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Collegiately Speaking: ‘Cats open Big Ten slate against newcomer Washington

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 31-7 win over Eastern Illinois last Saturday and talk about quarterback Jack Lausch’s first career start. Then the guys talk about the Wildcat defense and their strong play to start the year. Next up for the Wildcats is Big Ten play and opening the conference season against Big Ten newcomer Washing…

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The Hitting Left Music Show. 56:39

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Another edition of Hitting Left Music feathering Nina Simone, Bob Dylan, Paul Robeson, 10,000 Maniacs, Tom Morello, Mavis Staples, and more.

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Highlights: Northwestern 31 – Eastern Illinois 7 – 9/14/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers – September 14, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6428583/Northwestern_Eastern_Illinois_9-14-24_2024-09-15-035523.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s fi…

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Collegiately Speaking: QB Jack Lausch is ready to lead the Wildcat offense

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down Northwestern’s 26-20 double overtime loss to Duke last Friday night. The guys talk about what went wrong for Northwestern down the stretch and where they can improve. Then Dave and Dan talk about the quarterback change Head Coach David Braun is making this week, naming Redshirt Sophomore Jack Lausch the starting …

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Highlights: Duke 26 – Northwestern 20 – 2OT – 9/6/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Duke Blue Devils – September 6, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6347498/Northwestern_Duke_9-6-24_2024-09-07-061338.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{fill:#000;}…

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Collegiately Speaking: ‘Wright’ where he needs to be

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week recapping Northwestern’s season-opening win over Miami (Ohio). The guys talk about how the new temporary home of the Wildcats, Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, looked Saturday. Next, the guys discuss what Northwestern did well in the opener and what they need to work on going forward. Then t…

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Highlights: Northwestern 13 – Miami (Ohio) 6 – 8/31/24

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Miami (Ohio) RedHawks – August 31, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6189377/Northwestern_Miami_Ohio_8-31-24_2024-09-01-022717.64kmono.mp3 Box score | Recap Video highlights More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Football Agreement in works to settle Northwestern hazing lawsuits that led to football coach’s firing .cls-4{f…

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David Braun ready for his 2nd year leading Northwestern Football

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Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, and Dave Eanet are joined by Northwestern Head Football Coach David Braun to talk about opening up the season against Miami (Ohio) and playing at the new temporary home of the Wildcats, Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium. Then Coach Braun talks about the impact of new coaches on his staff and how the team…

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Collegiately Speaking: A.J. Henning and Northwestern ready to build off strong 2023 season

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Collegiately Speaking is back, and Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are fired up for the season! Northwestern is set to kick off the 2024 season against Miami (Ohio) on the lakefront and the new temporary home of the Wildcats Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium this Saturday. Dave and Dan preview the season opener against Miami (Ohio) and the res…