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The Interviews

The Interviews

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  • Craig Karmazin: The Bucks Should NOT Tank — And Giannis Proves Why

    Craig Karmazin: The Bucks Should NOT Tank — And Giannis Proves Why
    Feb 13 2026
    The Milwaukee Bucks have won five of their last six games — and Craig Karmazin is not interested in tanking. In this Craig Karmazin segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, the Bucks minority owner explains why he believes competing — even in a complicated season — is the right move for the franchise, for Giannis, and for the NBA as a whole. 021326 JGC Hour 2 🏀 Why Tanking Isn’t the Answer With fans debating lottery positioning and draft odds, Craig makes his stance clear: The Bucks shouldn’t tank. He points out: Nearly a third of the NBA appears to be “not trying to win” That’s bad for fans paying for tickets It’s bad for the league’s credibility And it’s not what championship organizations do Craig argues that Giannis himself embodies that mindset — choosing to compete rather than shut it down when he easily could have. 🧠 You Can Win Without Tanking Craig references franchise history to make his case: Giannis wasn’t the No. 2 pick — Jabari Parker was. The Bucks won a championship without Parker — and without getting value back for him. His takeaway: You don’t have to bottom out to win. The franchise built a title team through development, trades, and bold decisions — not just draft position. ⚖️ The Ownership Reality The conversation also gets candid about NBA finances. After the Jazz were fined $500,000 for overt tanking, Craig explains how ownership works: Fines ultimately impact the organization’s bottom line Minority owners receive capital calls when the team runs losses Luxury tax and second apron spending create real financial pressure It’s a reminder that decisions about tanking and competing aren’t just strategic — they’re financial. 🔥 Giannis Sets the Tone Craig believes Giannis deserves credit for not choosing the easy path. In a season where: Draft positioning could improve Health risks could justify shutting it down Giannis has continued to push for wins. Craig sees that as leadership — and as a signal that the Bucks should follow suit. 🏁 The Bottom Line Craig Karmazin’s stance is firm: Compete. Respect the game. Respect the fans. Trust that winning culture matters more than lottery odds. Whether it works this season or not, the Bucks are choosing competitiveness over cynicism — and Craig believes that’s the right call. 🎧 A direct, ownership-level perspective on Giannis, tanking, and why the Bucks are betting on competitiveness — only on Jen, Gabe & Chewy.
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    14 mins
  • Evan Cohen on Jordan Love vs Sam Darnold & Malik Willis, plus the Packers' Roster-Building Problem! - on Jim, Matt & Molly

    Evan Cohen on Jordan Love vs Sam Darnold & Malik Willis, plus the Packers' Roster-Building Problem! - on Jim, Matt & Molly
    Feb 13 2026
    Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins Jim, Matt & Molly to talk about the Packers and his takeaways from the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl, including the HEAT he received for saying Sam Darnold is now BETTER than Jordan Love! They also explore a theoretical trade for Love that would allow the Packers to replace him with the cheaper Malik Willis -- would he provide a better VALUE at QB? Can Packers fans trust their "good but not great" Big Three of Love, Matt LaFleur & Gutey, do the Packers feel like they're stuck as an "almost" team, and do Packers fans currently see any scenario where they win the Super Bowl next year? Evan wraps up giving his advice for newly-announced expecting father Matt Hamilton!
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    24 mins
  • Jeff Levering Breaks Down Brewers Spring Training, Third Base Battle & Freddie Trade Reaction

    Jeff Levering Breaks Down Brewers Spring Training, Third Base Battle & Freddie Trade Reaction
    Feb 11 2026
    Spring training is almost here — and for the Milwaukee Brewers, that means questions. A lot of them. In this hour of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the show to break down what camp will look like in Arizona, including the biggest mystery of all: who’s playing third base? 021126 JGC Hour 1 With pitchers and catchers reporting soon and single-game tickets about to go on sale, the optimism of a new season is building — but the roster still has unanswered spots. ⚾ The Third Base Competition Levering acknowledges the reality: Seven different Brewers played third base last season. Only one remains on the roster — and he logged just one inning there. This spring will determine: Whether a new face claims the job If the Brewers lean internal Or if flexibility becomes the default strategy again It’s one of the most open competitions on the roster, and Levering expects it to be one of the most interesting battles of camp. 🔄 Life After Freddie Peralta The conversation also turns to the Freddie Peralta trade, and whether Milwaukee moved him at the right time. Levering believes the Brewers likely got the best deal they could, noting the return mirrors what they previously netted for Corbin Burnes — young, controllable talent with major-league upside. The debate isn’t whether Peralta was valuable — it’s whether waiting would have produced a better return. Levering leans toward decisive action over deadline uncertainty. 🧩 Replacing Versatility & Depth Another quiet but important loss: Andrew Monasterio’s utility role. Levering explains why that final infield/bench spot matters more than fans realize: Late-inning defensive flexibility Pinch-running ability First-base coverage in tight games Defensive substitutions under Pat Murphy’s system Spring training will determine who fills that gap — and it’s a bigger job than it appears on paper. 🌵 Camp Energy & Expectations Levering shares his excitement about heading to Arizona, noting: A mostly stable core roster A few new faces to integrate High expectations internally despite external skepticism The Brewers aren’t rebuilding — they’re recalibrating. And in Milwaukee, recalibrating usually means competing. ⚖️ The Bottom Line The Brewers enter spring training with: Stability in the rotation Questions on the left side of the infield A clubhouse built around continuity and culture The roster isn’t fully defined — and that’s what makes February compelling. 🎧 A fresh look at Brewers baseball, roster battles, and the start of another season with Jeff Levering on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. Milwaukee Brewers, Jeff Levering, Brewers spring training, Freddie Peralta trade, Brewers third base competition, Brewers roster preview, Brewers utility player, MLB spring training, Brewers 2026 season, Wisconsin sports, ESPN Milwaukee, Jen Gabe and Chewy
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    14 mins
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