The Brewer Fanatic Podcast

A weekly podcast about the Milwaukee Brewers, with in-depth analysis from Brewer Fanatic beat writer Jack Stern and minor-league specialist, Spencer Michaelis.

Episode 71: Woody's Out, Is Miz In?

Jack and Spencer recap a 2-4 road trip in St. Louis and San Diego and start looking ahead to the NLDS, including how the Brewers might replace Brandon Woodruff and what role Jacob Misiorowski might play in the postseason.

09-26
01:08:06

Episode 70: Pitching Transitions

Spencer is joined by Ryan Topp to discuss the 5-1 homestand against the Cardinals and Angels, strong starts from a number of starting pitchers, Chad Patrick and Erick Fedde in bullpen roles, and to answer questions regarding the potential playoff roster, as well as some minor league focused questions.

09-19
02:02:18

Episode 69: 15 Games Left

Jack and Spencer recap a .500 road trip against the Pirates and Rangers, how the Brewers should approach the remaining 15 games of the regular season, and whether Craig Yoho should have been optioned back to Triple-A, and looked ahead to the prospects the Brewers will send to the AFL.

09-12
01:30:57

Episode 68: Bullpen In Tatters

The reliever injuries keep piling up as the Brewers enter the stretch run. Jack and Spencer discuss the current state of the bullpen, whether Jacob Misiorowski needs a role change, the backup catcher situation, Brice Turang and Freddy Peralta winning awards for August, and more.

09-05
01:50:39

Episode 67: Coming Back Down To Earth

The Brewers seem to be feelings the effects of playing 19 games in 18 days. Jack and Spencer recapped the latest homestand, why Brandon Woodruff and Jacob Misiorowski were better than their latest pitching lines, why Anthony Seigler keeps getting opportunities, and more.

08-29
01:39:53

Episode 66: Jacob Misiorowski Is Human, After All

The guys break down a record-setting win in Cincinnati, how the Brewers still looked very close to the team that won 14 in a row despite mixed results against the Cubs at Wrigley Field, Jacob Misiorowski's inconsistent results since returning from the injured list, and more.

08-22
01:36:42

Episode 65: Can't Stop, Won't Stop Winning

Spencer is joined by Ryan Topp to break down two more sweeps, walk-off hits and throws, Brice Turang's power surge, and more. Plus, Ryan joins Spencer for an extra-long minor league sandbox.

08-15
02:12:31

Episode 64: Luck Merchants?

Jack and Spencer break down a road trip sweep, what to make of Isaac Collins' breakout season, whether the Brewers are "luck merchants," and more.

08-08
01:45:26

Episode 63: All Quiet On The Deadline Front

Jack and Spencer recap and evaluate the Brewers' trade deadline moves, explain why the lack of big splashes should not be surprising, takeaways from a series win against the Cubs, and more.

08-01
02:15:24

Episode 62: Trade Deadline Preview

The Brewers stayed hot coming out of the All-Star break, sweeping the Dodgers (again) and winning a three-game series in Seattle. Jack and Spencer break down the action, along with a preview of the trade deadline.

07-27
01:50:44

Episode 61: Welcome To The Second Half

Spencer and Jack recap the Brewers' selections in the 2025 MLB Draft, a hot finish to the first half, and the reaction around the league to Jacob Misiorowski making and pitching in the All-Star Game.

07-18
02:19:02

Episode 60: Sweeping The Dodgers Is Fun

Jack and Spencer give their thoughts on Brandon Woodruff's return, the excellent starting pitching in a sweep of the Dodgers, Pat Murphy's benching of Joey Ortiz over poor swing decisions, and how the Brewers should approach first base with Rhys Hoskins sidelined. Spencer also previews next week's MLB draft.

07-11
02:06:52

Episode 59: Misiorowski Falters, Seigler's New Role

The guys break down Jacob Misiorowski's first rough start in the big leagues, what role Anthony Seigler could play after his promotion, Joey Ortiz's odd defensive season, and more.

07-04
01:47:06

Episode 58: Should Jack Bring A Glove To The Game?

The Brewers keep winning, and Jacob Misiorowski keeps dominating to start his big-league career. Meanwhile, Jack's efforts to catch a foul ball in the press box keep failing with worsening results.

06-27
01:51:28

Episode 57: Misiorowski's Debut & The Emergence Of Isaac Collins

Jack and Spencer recap Jacob Misiorowski's debut, two intense series against division rivals, Isaac Collins' emergence, and more.

06-20
01:55:25

Episode 56: Welcome to Milwaukee, Jacob Misiorowski!

The guys discuss another rough stretch for the Brewers' bats, what to expect from Jacob Misiorowski in his MLB debut, and more.

06-12
02:11:13

Episode 55: Roll Out The Brewers

The Brewers are hot. Jack and Spencer discuss what to make of Milwaukee winning 13 of its last 17 games, including hot stretches for a couple of key hitters.

06-06
01:51:54

Episode 54: Signs Of Life

Jack and Spencer recap a chaotic week culminating in a split in Pittsburgh and a sweep at home over the Red Sox, signs of life from a few struggling hitters, whether DL Hall and Aaron Ashby can ease the bullpen's workload, and more.

05-30
01:51:05

Episode 53: Flogging The Bullpen

The guys discuss renewed concerns over Pat Murphy's aggressive reliever usage, what Tobias Myers needs to work on in Triple-A, why Caleb Durbin's swing is not working in the big leagues, recent moves in the bullpen, and more.

05-23
02:01:53

Episode 52: What's Wrong With Yelich?

It was a rough road trip for the Brewers, prompting Pat Murphy to call another team meeting. The guys discuss whether the series finale in Cleveland was a breakthrough, what's wrong with Christian Yelich, whether it's time to promote Jacob Misiorowski, and more.

05-16
01:51:15

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