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Football First Podcast

By John Dinse

Listen Each Week as we breakdown the top stories surrounding the NFL & College Football but truly dive deep into all things Packers & Badgers. #teamruntheball
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Rodgers, Wilson and Wrestlemania with Cash Money

Football First PodcastMar 18, 2022

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Rodgers, Wilson and Wrestlemania with Cash Money

Rodgers, Wilson and Wrestlemania with Cash Money

The boys are back as @iyellyahtzee finally had a free night to chat Football First and a lot of other stuff second. Cash Money gives us his Wrestlemania picks and there might be some parenting advice in this episode as well. 

Mar 18, 202248:57
The Lost Episode(s)

The Lost Episode(s)

John is joined by B-Diddy and Producer Chad to hit on all things football first and god only knows what else. Fun episode that didn't make it out to the fans. Check it out! 

Feb 11, 202239:60
Stages of Grief!

Stages of Grief!

John has moved on from the Packers "painful" loss and is ready to talk Football First and a lot of other great things! Chad, Producer Chad and others join for some NFL, Cobra Kai and of course WWE talk.

Jan 30, 202249:44
New Year, New Producer PART 2

New Year, New Producer PART 2

Producer Chad and the boys are still working through the kinks to make this the best "weekly" podcast in the world! The boys argue a ton about some NFL and College Football before Chad decides we have to talk basketball. 

Worth a listen and for sure will give you some laughs

Jan 18, 202201:02:55
New Year, New Producer!

New Year, New Producer!

We are joined by NEW Producer Chad Koch who attempts to make the Football First podcast more professional and definitely sound better. What he also does is confuse John @dinsej who has a hard time with two Chad's on the show. Lots of football talk and some other madness. 

Jan 13, 202255:56
New Year, New Episode!

New Year, New Episode!

WE ARE BACK! Chad (@iyellyahtzee) and John (@dinsej) return to start the New Year with a bang and a NEW Episode. Listen as we discuss #ncaa playoff football, #badger football, and Contender or Pretender with the NFC playoff field. 

Jan 01, 202201:06:14
The Return of Cash Money!

The Return of Cash Money!

Cash Money said "We need to pod soon", so we did. Not saying it is great or even that the audio quality is above subpar BUT we are #teamruntheball and hit all things #wwe #bucks #brewers #packers and maybe a little bit more for our listeners. 

Enjoy the episode with @iyellyahtzee and myself @dinsej with special guest Will Clough AKA Cash Money

Aug 16, 202150:54
#bucksin6

#bucksin6

Get ready for Game #6 with Expert analysis from Chad @iyellyahtzee and Head Women's Basketball Coach at UWO Brad Fischer. #bucksin6

Jul 20, 202127:31
Reeling in the Big Fisch

Reeling in the Big Fisch

John (@dinsej) and Chad (@iyellyahtzee) are joined by UW-Oshkosh Women's Basketball Coach and Wisconsin Glo GM, Brad Fischer. This "football first" podcast goes all things basketball, including (Bucks in ECF, Badger Drama and more about the Glo).

Jun 25, 202101:00:59
NO Rodgers Talk, well maybe!

NO Rodgers Talk, well maybe!

John Dinse (@dinsej) and Chad Clough (@iyellyahtzee) break down the Packers 2021 draft class, talk some NFL news and notes and maybe just maybe Aaron Rodgers.
May 11, 202101:14:19
Draft Day: Mini Pod

Draft Day: Mini Pod

John Dinse (@dinsej) is joined by Chad Clough to preview the NFL Draft's top stories leading into the first round Thursday Night. John also tells you who the #packers will take on Night #1.
Apr 29, 202131:11
Mini-Pod: Breaking down the Big-Board

Mini-Pod: Breaking down the Big-Board

John Dinse (@dinsej) breaks down the board and who COULD be there for the #packers at 29. Subscribe to get NEW episodes in your feed each day this week as we talk all things #nfldraft.

Apr 28, 202117:15
Packers Mini-Pod: Draft Week Edition

Packers Mini-Pod: Draft Week Edition

John Dinse (@Dinsej) kicks off the draft week with the first of a series of mini pods looking into key storylines for the Packers as we inch closer to the NFL Draft on Thursday. 

Apr 27, 202111:02
The Return of the King :)

The Return of the King :)

Chad (@iyellyahtzee) himself makes his triumphant return to the podcast to talk #packers, #NFLDraft, and even a little Wrestlemania! Come for the football first and the other stuff second. BONUS content: Cash Money shares his Wrestlemania thoughts after the episode. 

Apr 20, 202101:09:38
The showcase of the Cash Money

The showcase of the Cash Money

John talks football first and then previews Wrestlemania with Cash Money! Can’t miss episode!
Apr 10, 202125:15
Packers Off-Season Roundtable

Packers Off-Season Roundtable

John is joined by his "Packers Fan" Roundtable of Myles Teteak, Blaine Sidders, and Adam Van Handel to discuss the off-season so far and thier feelings moving forward.
Mar 26, 202101:11:47
Happy 3:16 Day!

Happy 3:16 Day!

The boys are back to celebrate all things football and then some stuff on 3:16 Day! Listen for the "expert" insight and stay for the other stuff as we talk NFL transactions and rumors plus the current market for sports cards. A great way to spend 1 hour and THAT is the bottom line cuz I said so! 

Mar 16, 202101:01:50
Coaching Connections with Ken Krause (Muskego WI)

Coaching Connections with Ken Krause (Muskego WI)

John (@dinsej) and Chad (@iyellyahtzee) are joined by Head Football Coach at Muskego (WI) High School, Ken Krause. Coach Krause shares his thoughts on leadership, culture, program building, and student-athlete development. The episode is a can't miss as Coach shares his expertise and insights that led to back-to-back state championships in 2018 and 2019 plus an undefeated 2020 season at Muskego. 

Feb 26, 202156:25
Coaching Connections with Blaine Sidders

Coaching Connections with Blaine Sidders

John (@dinsej) is joined by Coach Blaine Sidders (@CoachSidders), National Snapping Instructor for Kohl’s Snapping Camps since 2016. Coach Sidders was a 3-year Varsity starter at Kettle Moraine High School in Wales, WI, then went on to start 29 games over a 4-year career at NCAA FBS Middle Tennessee State University.
In this episode, Blaine and John talk about specialist coaching, practice planning, and the importance of the third phase of the game on successful football programs.
Follow the Football First Podcast on Twitter (@fballfirstpod) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/FBfirstpod)!
Feb 17, 202149:28
1.5 Hours of Gold!

1.5 Hours of Gold!

John is joined by Eric (@greengold4ever) and Chad (@iyellyahtzee) for 1.5 hours of NFL Gold! You get all things Packers, Super Bowl discussion, Tom Brady love and hate plus random sports talk as always 

Feb 10, 202101:30:43
The proper burial!

The proper burial!

The show must go on, even without Chad this week. They do there best to break down the "burial" of our hopes and dreams of a Super Bowl in 2020!
We talk NFC Championship, the future and of course Aaron Rodgers
Jan 27, 202101:03:07
BONUS Cash Money episode!

BONUS Cash Money episode!

Cash Money demanded a bonus episode and he got it! Listen as we talk Wrestlemania I in this special episode
Jan 21, 202115:51
Championship Weekend Episode!

Championship Weekend Episode!

John welcomes back Eric Drews (@greengold4ever) to join the dialogue on all things NFL playoffs as we discuss the Packers win, Preview the Bucs and get you all ready for Championship weekend. Plus you know Chad has opinions! 

Follow the Football First Podcast on Twitter and Facebook! 

Jan 19, 202158:12
“Super Wild Card” Episode

“Super Wild Card” Episode

John and Chad are joined this week by Eric Drews (@greengold4ever), former host of the Green and Gold Forever podcast to talk NFL playoffs, the Packers next opponent, NCAA football and Deshaun Watson!
Jan 13, 202101:05:16
Bye Chicago!

Bye Chicago!

The Packers clinched the #1 Seed in the NFC and earned a first round bye with a 35-16 win over the Bears on Sunday. John breaks down WHY the Packers are such a hard matchup for anyone and why they beat the Bears. Chad Clough returns with Guest Cory Jennerjohn (CheeseheadTV) to preview the Playoffs with John and finally Matt MacCoy returns to talk NFL Draft QB Class.
Jam Packed Episode BUT must listen
Jan 06, 202101:05:01
S#ck it Matt!

S#ck it Matt!

Chad and John are back at it for all of our (14 listeners) to bring you the best in Wisconsin Badgers analysis and a lot of other stuff! PLUS, Will returns to preview the WWE TLC Pay-Per View

Dec 21, 202001:00:12
Hanging Chad

Hanging Chad

John interviews Matt MacCoy, Director of Media for http://fantasyteamadvice.com & Heat Ratio Sports, writer Fantasy Sharks #DynastyNerds writer/ranker, #1 Betting Accuracy for '19, @fswa member and talks #nfldraft as a kickoff to the Draft Season. 

Check out the episode but also go to the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/FBfirstpod for Packers analysis of the win over the Lions and a preview of the Panthers plus maybe a video with Chad (as we couldn't get him on this week's episode). 

Dec 16, 202047:27
(Jalen) HURTS so good!

(Jalen) HURTS so good!

The Packers move to 9-3 with a win over the Eagles and John take a deep dive into Why! Chad is back for a Badgers ONLY session where he vents on the losses this weekend by the Football and Men's Basketball teams. Plus the Hot Seat rankings are hotter than ever! Join us for the football, stay for the stuff! 

Dec 09, 202001:11:41
Airing our grievances: NFL Festivus

Airing our grievances: NFL Festivus

Chad joins John to co-host this Holiday Special, as they perform their own Festivus celebration and air their grievances with the current state of football 

Dec 04, 202001:02:06
Thanksgiving Treats!

Thanksgiving Treats!

John and Chad are BACK for a deep dive in the Packers Loss to the Colts in Overtime 34-31, the Badgers struggles against Northwestern and some Thanksgiving Treats! 

Nov 27, 202053:56
When the Packers and Badgers Win, We Win!

When the Packers and Badgers Win, We Win!

John shares key takeaways from the Packers win over the Jaguars 24-20 PLUS the Packers paying big money to lock up LT, David Bakhtiari! Chad and is back for all things football and stuff, including the Badgers throttling Michigan! 

Nov 19, 202001:09:00
Mini Bye Edition

Mini Bye Edition

John is back, a little bit later in the week than normal but back nevertheless! He talks about the Packers philosophy in team building and then is joined by Chad Clough for an "all things football" roundtable. PLUS the return of Will and his WWE Minute! 

Nov 15, 202001:03:13
Coaching Connections w/ Spencer Erickson (South Dakota State)

Coaching Connections w/ Spencer Erickson (South Dakota State)

John continues his Coaching Connections series as Spencer Erickson returns to talk defensive scheme, personnel and all things South Dakota State Football! 

Nov 06, 202039:40
Blown Over by Vikings

Blown Over by Vikings

John and Chad talk about the Packers "performance" against the Vikings this past Sunday. Go around the NFL, talk Trade Deadline and Badgers COVID Watch! Plus, John is a little salty and goes after #packerstwitter :) 

Nov 03, 202001:15:11
MertzMania: COVID EDITION

MertzMania: COVID EDITION

Chad and John let the tape roll and talk football first for 60 plus minutes. Badgers vs Illinois, MertzMania and COVID eat up most of the episode but we do hit Packers vs Texans and of course the Bill O'Brien Memorial Hot Seat Rankings!
Oct 28, 202001:05:25
BONUS: Coaching Connections with Mark Krommenacker

BONUS: Coaching Connections with Mark Krommenacker

John interviews Appleton East Head Football Coach Mark Krommenacker on this BONUS episode. They talk all thing Patriots football and what it looks like playing Spring Football in 2021. Great insights on leadership, program development and overcoming COVID as a team.
Oct 23, 202022:32
Packers Punched!

Packers Punched!

John is on to the Texans but for the listeners will briefly talk about the debacle in Tampa for the Packers. Chad is back to talk football and lots of other stuff!
Oct 20, 202001:01:20
Packers Late Night Edition!

Packers Late Night Edition!

Chad is back, as he joins John to talk all things football (Badgers defense, Graham Maertz, NFL Sunday and the Hot seat). John gives instant reaction to Falcons vs Packers and Yes Yes Will is back for WWE analysis!
Oct 06, 202001:13:42
Will’s Book Report

Will’s Book Report

That’s right no description needed!
Oct 02, 202005:26
BONUS: International Podcast Day Edition

BONUS: International Podcast Day Edition

In honor of International Podcast Day, we bring you a BONUS episode of Football First with Chad and John. More importantly Will is Back to talk WWE Clash of Champions review. A fun quick 40 minutes for our loyal listeners to bring you a smile in the middle of your week. 

Oct 01, 202045:07
Ooh when the Saints . . .

Ooh when the Saints . . .

John breaks down all things Packers vs. Saints! Chad (The Big Show himself) makes another return visit to talk all things NFL, listen to John vent over 5th grade Flag Football Officials and talk Badgers Defense plus Will's wrestling minute.
Sep 29, 202051:06
Lets Talk Lions, Badgers and more

Lets Talk Lions, Badgers and more

This week John breaks down the Packers Week #2 win over the Lions 42-21 and their 2-0 start. He is joined by Chad Clough, as he continues to recruit him as a new co-host, to talk NFL week in review and the Upcoming Badgers season!
Finally, Will returns for the his weekly WWE report and gets us excited for Clash of Champions!
#letmein
Sep 21, 202001:18:12
1-0 edition!

1-0 edition!

John recaps the Packers Week #1 win over the Vikings and talks all things NFL with Chad Clough! Back again for Week #2 is Special guest Will with his wrestling minute
Sep 15, 202056:42
NFL Football is almost here: Labor Day Edition

NFL Football is almost here: Labor Day Edition

John breaks down the Packers FINAL 53-man roster, previews Week 1 and dives into the season preview with the PEOPLES CHAMP Chad Clough!
Sep 07, 202001:03:27
Back to Work!

Back to Work!

After a LONG summer break John sharpens his pencils, packs his lunch box and gets back to work with this weeks episode. He dives into state of the Packers thru training camp, talks NCAA chaos and finally why Running Backs are under valued in the NFL with Friend of Show Chad Clough! 

Sep 01, 202057:22
Just push play!

Just push play!

John talks Packers (again) as we take a couple weeks off from coaching interviews to dive deep into the Packers salary cap present and future! Lots of Corey Linsley conversation on this episode. 

Jun 30, 202036:27
Coaching Connections

Coaching Connections

This week John is joined by Whitefish Bay Dominican Head Football Coach Quincy LaGrant as they talk program development, winning at a basketball school and preparing your players for success!
Jun 21, 202055:37
Football BUT First!

Football BUT First!

John returns after a week off and time to reflect to discuss our role in "making our communities better" and with an special interview with this week's football guy, Coach Spencer Erickson (Assistant DL- South Dakota State University). 

Jun 12, 202051:53
A NEW Era!

A NEW Era!

John starts off a NEW Era of the Football First Podcast as we transition from a "Packer Centric" podcast to truly a football podcast. This week John, interviews long-time Iola Scandanavia (WI) Head Football Coach Scott Erickson for the podcast first installment of Football Guys! 

May 29, 202001:05:21
I'm BACK . . . . and we are starting something NEW!

I'm BACK . . . . and we are starting something NEW!

John returns from his hiatus "post NFL Draft" to put a bow on Chapter 1 for the Football First Podcast as the show transitions to take a more holistic look at Football across the State of Wisconsin starting NEXT WEEK! This week though it is ALL #packers ALL the Time as he responds to Greg Jennings stupidity, talks Facts NOT Fiction about Jordan Love and Aaron Rodgers. This episode is loaded!

May 22, 202048:49