Kyle & Brust

The 2PM hour of Kyle & Brust is a full-blown celebration as the Brewers sweep the Dodgers and advance to their first World Series since 1982! Ben and Kyle relive Milwaukee's incredible Game 4 comeback, Jake Bauers' clutch performance and Garrett Mitchell's go-ahead home run that completed a historic revenge sweep. After 44 years of waiting, the guys open the phone lines to Brewers fans across Wisconsin to celebrate a moment generations have dreamed about. Then, what does this World Series appearance mean to Brewers fans? From lifelong supporters who remember the 1957 Milwaukee Braves to young fans experiencing their first championship run, the K&B Fam shares emotional stories of family, heartbreak and decades of loyalty. The guys reflect on how Pat Murphy's team has brought Wisconsin together and why this postseason run feels different from anything Milwaukee has experienced. Plus, breaking Packers news interrupts the celebration as Josh Jacobs is set to return from the Commissioner's Exempt List ahead of Week 7. The guys also debate whether Brandon Woodruff should make Milwaukee's World Series roster and begin handing out praise to the players who made the Brewers' unforgettable NLCS sweep possible.

The 4PM hour of Kyle & Brust continues the celebration as the Brewers sweep the Dodgers and advance to their first World Series in 44 years! Ben and Kyle hear incredible stories from lifelong Milwaukee baseball fans, including those who remember the 1957 Braves and the 1982 Brewers. The guys also react to Sal Frelick's emotional comments about the team's chemistry and why Milwaukee isn't satisfied with simply reaching the World Series. Then, is Pat Murphy building a legacy as one of Wisconsin's greatest coaches? The guys praise Murphy's leadership, Jake Bauers' remarkable postseason and David Hamilton's contributions before debating whether Christian Yelich deserves a statue outside American Family Field. Plus, they discuss the possibility of Brandon Woodruff returning for the World Series and the announcement that Bud Selig and Robin Yount are expected to throw out the ceremonial first pitches for Game 1. Finally, Homer joins the show and gets into a heated debate with Kyle about whether Murphy could ever surpass Vince Lombardi as Wisconsin's greatest coach. Homer argues that Matt Arnold deserves even more credit for constructing Milwaukee's roster and pushes back on the idea that Yelich's leadership is responsible for the Brewers' success. With the World Series just one week away, the guys reflect on a historic moment for Milwaukee sports.

The 3PM hour of Kyle & Brust is live from Maddie's Bar and Grill as the Brewers sit one win away from their first World Series appearance since 1982. Ben is convinced the Dodgers are mentally broken after Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell's back-to-back home runs in Game 3, while Kyle believes Los Angeles still has enough talent to fight back. The guys debate whether Milwaukee can finish the sweep with Shane Drohan starting Game 4 and how Pat Murphy should manage his bullpen. Then, is it finally time for Brewers fans to start talking about the World Series? The guys discuss Milwaukee's incredible postseason confidence, potential matchups with the Rays or Guardians and why the Dodgers have struggled to find answers against the Brewers. Plus, Will questions whether Pat Murphy has completely outmanaged Dave Roberts as Los Angeles continues searching for a winning formula. And the show takes a hilarious turn when Ben reveals he's already teaching his young daughter the entire Brewers roster, sparking a debate about whether parents should force their kids to root for their favorite teams. With the Dodgers facing elimination and Milwaukee's confidence soaring, the guys are ready to find out whether the Brewers can finish the job tonight.

The 2PM hour of Kyle & Brust is filled with confidence as Ben Brust officially declares the Brewers are going to the World Series. With Milwaukee holding a 2-0 NLCS lead over the Dodgers, Ben and Kyle explain why this team is different from last year's squad and why they expect the Brewers to keep finding ways to win. The guys debate whether Milwaukee can complete the sweep, how Robert Gasser matches up against Blake Snell and whether Andrew Vaughn should start over Christian Yelich in Game 3. Then, are the Packers finally ready to prove they're legitimate contenders? After demolishing the Bears, Kyle calls Sunday's matchup with Dallas a "back-it-up game" rather than a must-win. The guys discuss why Green Bay needs to build on its offensive improvements and whether Matt LaFleur can keep the momentum rolling. Plus, Matt Lepay joins the show to discuss the Brewers' championship potential and Wisconsin's upcoming matchup with UCLA. Lepay explains why a Badgers upset would be another major step forward for Luke Fickell's program and what Wisconsin's defense must do to slow down UCLA's rushing attack.

The 4PM hour of Kyle & Brust gets ready for Brewers-Dodgers Game 3 as Milwaukee looks to take a commanding 3-0 NLCS lead. Kyle and Ben react to Blake Snell's comments about the Brewers' mentality and debate whether Los Angeles is already feeling the pressure. With Gary Sánchez's impressive career numbers against Snell and Shohei Ohtani dropping to sixth in the Dodgers lineup, the guys believe Milwaukee has a real opportunity to deliver another devastating blow. Then, Willingly Useless returns as Will reveals the surprisingly cheap ticket prices at Dodger Stadium, sparking a debate about whether Los Angeles fans have already given up. The guys also discuss leaked college football locker room speeches, whether adults should give foul balls to kids and the Brewers' growing presence among World Series MVP favorites. Finally, Homer joins the show to explain why the Brewers' greatest strength is their ability to wear opponents down. From Jake Bauers' marathon at-bat against Yoshinobu Yamamoto to Milwaukee's incredible outfield defense, the guys break down how Pat Murphy's team keeps making life miserable for opposing pitchers. Plus, Homer shares his confidence in Robert Gasser ahead of Game 3 and explains why this Brewers team is built to finish the job.

The 3PM hour of Kyle & Brust is live from Sendik's in Whitefish Bay celebrating National Pizza Month with Palermo's, and the show kicks off with another edition of Are You Smarter Than Ben Brust? Ben takes on Ray from Milwaukee in a trivia showdown featuring everything from Broadway musicals and Pac-Man to classic literature and geography. Despite confusing Nike with ESPN and struggling to remember which state has the longest coastline, Ben manages to pull out another victory, much to Kyle's disbelief. Then the guys ask the biggest question following Green Bay's 31-7 demolition of the Chicago Bears: are the Packers actually back, or was Sunday fool's gold? Kyle believes the offensive line's improvement has completely transformed the team and declares Green Bay a legitimate Super Bowl contender again. Ben isn't buying it just yet, arguing that one dominant performance against a Bears team missing Caleb Williams doesn't erase the Packers' inconsistency, injuries or concerns about Matt LaFleur. With Dallas and Detroit looming, Ben wants to see Green Bay prove it can sustain this level of play before declaring the season officially saved. The conversation takes a hilarious turn when Ben digs up one of Jesse Nelson's worst Brewers predictions. Earlier this season, Jesse questioned whether Milwaukee's bullpen was dependable enough to survive October, specifically expressing concerns about Trevor Megill and Abner Uribe. Now, with the Brewers holding a 2-0 NLCS lead and their bullpen coming off five perfect innings against Los Angeles, Ben and Kyle have plenty of fun revisiting the take. The guys also roast Jesse for previously questioning Pat Murphy and suggesting he'd rather see Milwaukee lose in the NLCS than reach the World Series and lose. Finally, Kyle Wallace goes hunting for ESPN Chicago's David Kaplan after the Packers silenced the Bears at Lambeau. Kaplan spent weeks talking trash and even sent ESPN Wisconsin 59 burgers after Chicago's explosive Week 1 performance. But after Green Bay's blowout win, Kyle says Kaplan has suddenly disappeared and plays the unanswered voicemail he left for his Chicago counterpart. Plus, the guys react to Zaire Franklin calling out Luther Burden for talking about making the Packers quit, only for Chicago to get thoroughly embarrassed on Sunday. Kyle has one message for Bears fans everywhere: the Bears still suck!

The 2PM hour of Kyle & Brust celebrates one of the greatest Wisconsin sports Sundays in recent memory after the Packers demolished the Bears 31-7 and the Brewers took Game 1 of the NLCS against the Dodgers. Kyle Wallace is absolutely fired up after watching Green Bay silence Chicago following an offseason full of trash talk, while Ben Brust believes Milwaukee's postseason victory carries even greater significance. The guys debate which win was more satisfying: embarrassing the Bears at Lambeau or finally beating Los Angeles in October after last year's NLCS sweep. Then it's time to give Matt LaFleur some serious credit. Even Ben, who has been one of LaFleur's harshest critics, admits the Packers coach finally delivered the aggressive, relentless offensive approach he's been begging to see. Jordan Love was unleashed, Christian Watson made spectacular plays downfield and the revamped offensive line finally gave Green Bay's offense a chance to operate. Kyle believes the Packers have officially shown what they're capable of, but the challenge now becomes bringing that same intensity and execution every single week. The celebration isn't limited to football. Milwaukee's bullpen delivered another incredible postseason performance, overcoming a short outing from Jacob Misiorowski to secure a massive Game 1 victory. The guys explain why this year's Brewers feel different from the team that was swept by Los Angeles last October, with Pat Murphy's leadership, improved postseason experience and a relentless bullpen giving Milwaukee legitimate championship confidence. But with Yoshinobu Yamamoto awaiting in Game 2, the Brewers still need better production with runners in scoring position and another strong performance from Logan Henderson. Plus, the K&B Fam celebrates the Packers' dominant win while Kyle enjoys the sudden silence coming from Chicago sports fans. The guys revisit the heated Matt LaFleur-Ben Johnson rivalry, debate whether Green Bay has officially turned its season around and discuss the latest injury setback after Javon Hargrave suffered an Achilles injury. With the Brewers just three wins away from the World Series and the Packers finally looking like themselves, Kyle is ready to declare that Wisconsin sports are BACK.

The 2PM hour of Kyle & Brust features Alex Strouf filling in for Ben Brust alongside Kyle Wallace ahead of an absolutely massive Wisconsin sports Sunday. With Packers-Bears at noon and Brewers-Dodgers Game 1 of the NLCS Sunday night, the guys debate which team needs a victory more. Kyle believes Green Bay's season is essentially over with a loss to Chicago, while Strouf argues Milwaukee has far more at stake against the defending World Series champions. Plus, Caleb Williams' surprise upgrade to questionable creates some last-minute uncertainty about who the Packers will face at Lambeau. The K&B Fam weighs in, with callers arguing that the Brewers absolutely cannot afford another slow start against Los Angeles after being swept in last year's NLCS. One fan even suggests Milwaukee should return the favor and sweep the Dodgers this time around. Strouf admits that possibility hadn't crossed his mind, while Kyle loves the confidence and believes this Brewers team has earned the right to dream big. The guys also remember legendary Bears coach Mike Ditka and his enormous impact on the Packers-Bears rivalry. Then the focus shifts to Jacob Misiorowski versus Tarik Skubal in Game 1. Strouf believes every Miz start is a must-win opportunity, especially against a Dodgers rotation featuring Skubal, Blake Snell and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Kyle has more confidence in Milwaukee's pitching depth after strong performances from Logan Henderson and Robert Gasser, but says the real concern is whether the Brewers can finally capitalize with runners in scoring position. With 37 runners left on base against San Diego, Green Bay's baseball neighbors can't afford to waste those opportunities against Los Angeles. Plus, the guys explain why Pat Murphy's confidence in Garrett Mitchell and Jake Bauers could be the difference in October, and why this year's Brewers are better equipped to challenge the Dodgers than last year's team. Finally, Strouf is forced to revisit his infamous NFL Combine performance after promising to become a "physical specimen" by next year. Seven months later, the workout plan has fallen apart, Kyle is questioning everybody's finances and Strouf's athletic redemption tour is looking increasingly unlikely.

The 4PM hour of Kyle & Brust features Alex Strouf filling in for Ben Brust as Torrey Lowe joins the show ahead of Packers-Bears at Lambeau Field. Torrey believes Chicago fans have gotten a little too comfortable after their recent success and says one good season doesn't erase decades of Green Bay dominance. Despite the Packers' ugly 2-2 start, Torrey and Kyle believe the offensive line is finally showing signs of improvement and Sunday could be the game that gets Green Bay back on track. They also debate whether Jordan Love needs to use his legs more often to overcome the offense's continued struggles. Then it's time for Green Bay Props & Preview, with Will putting Kyle and Strouf through the biggest betting questions surrounding Sunday's rivalry matchup. With the Packers moving from 2.5-point underdogs to just one-point underdogs, the guys debate whether Jordan Love will surpass 241.5 passing yards, whether Tucker Kraft finally delivers a breakout performance and whether Green Bay can score more than 22 points for the first time this season. The biggest concern remains Chicago's rushing attack, especially with Edgerrin Cooper unavailable and DeAndre Swift threatening to exploit Green Bay's struggling run defense. Willingly Useless takes the show completely off the rails with a debate over whether adults should give foul balls to kids. Kyle and Will believe catching a baseball is a memory worth keeping, while Strouf thinks the right move is handing it to a younger fan. That somehow turns into Drake Maye questioning the moon landing, a discussion about space exploration and the surprising amount of money an MLB mascot could make. Finally, Homer joins the show and immediately gets dragged into the moon-landing debate before remembering legendary Bears coach Mike Ditka. Homer explains why Ditka was one of the NFL's truly larger-than-life personalities and recalls the legendary hatred between Ditka and former Packers coach Forrest Gregg. According to Homer, today's Packers-Bears rivalry doesn't come close to the intensity those two coaches brought to the field

Would you trade a Packers loss to guarantee a Brewers Game 1 win in the NLCS? Kyle Wallace and Ben Brust spend the hour locked in one of their biggest debates yet, with callers overwhelmingly weighing in on the hypothetical. Jason Wilde joins to preview Packers-Bears, discussing Green Bay's struggling run game, the defense, Aaron Banks' injury, and the rivalry with Chicago. Plus, the guys react to a memorable Brewers Extra Innings call that quickly became an instant fan favorite.

The 2PM hour of Kyle & Brust reacts to the Brewers’ 4-3 Game 3 loss in San Diego, and while Kyle remains confident, Ben can’t shake the feeling that Milwaukee let a golden opportunity slip away. The Brewers finished with 11 hits and repeatedly fought back, but went just 4-for-27 with runners in scoring position for the series. Jake Bauers, Garrett Mitchell and Brice Turang have especially struggled, combining to go 2-for-24 with 13 strikeouts over the last two games. Kyle still sees plenty of reasons for optimism. San Diego emptied the tank to stay alive, using high-leverage arms aggressively, and still barely escaped with a one-run victory. Milwaukee continued battling until the final out, and Kyle believes that resilience is exactly why there’s no reason to panic with Robert Gasser starting Game 4. But both guys agree the pressure changes if the Padres force the series back to Milwaukee for a winner-take-all Game 5. The guys also tackle Milwaukee’s ugly streak of 12 consecutive road playoff losses. Ben argues Tuesday actually gave him more confidence the streak can end because the Brewers produced 11 hits and remained within one swing of changing the game. And even if things go sideways again in San Diego, Milwaukee has the ultimate insurance policy waiting at home: Jacob Misiorowski in Game 5. Plus, Matt Lepay joins the show to explain why postseason baseball might be the most mentally exhausting sport to follow, with fans suddenly living pitch to pitch after a 162-game season. Lepay predicts the Brewers-Padres series ultimately reaches Game 5 before shifting to the Badgers, where he identifies Wisconsin’s aggressive, rapidly improving defense as the emerging identity of Luke Fickell’s team.

The 4PM hour of Kyle & Brust asks whether Milwaukee’s offensive struggles against San Diego have changed how confident anyone should be about a potential World Series run. The Brewers are up 2-1 despite scoring just three, four and three runs through the first three games and leaving plenty of opportunities stranded. Ben sees reasons for optimism after Milwaukee produced 11 hits in Game 3, but Kyle worries the same problem that haunted previous Brewers playoff teams, the bats disappearing in October, is beginning to creep back into the picture. That puts the spotlight squarely on Brice Turang and Jake Bauers. Jackson Chourio, William Contreras and Christian Yelich have delivered important moments, but Kyle says Milwaukee cannot reach its ultimate goal without getting more from the hitters who helped carry the offense during the regular season. Turang especially needs a breakthrough after his postseason struggles, and the guys believe the Brewers could be one big Turang performance away from the NLCS. Then Willingly Useless finally provides something useful: the Packers are beginning to bring some real heat to Bears week. Karl Brooks says the teams simply don’t like each other, Tucker Kraft says he’ll let his pads do the talking and Evan Williams delivers the strongest message, dismissing Chicago’s talking and warning that none of it will stop anyone from “getting hit in the mouth” Sunday. Kyle loves seeing Williams embrace a bigger leadership role with Edgerrin Cooper gone and believes Green Bay desperately needs more players carrying that edge. Plus, Homer joins the show and refuses to lose an ounce of faith in Milwaukee after three incredibly tight games. He believes the Brewers will simply “find a way” to win a third game, whether it happens tonight or in Game 5. Homer also sees encouraging signs from Yelich and Turang and argues Milwaukee shouldn’t change the approach that produced 103 wins just because a few hard-hit balls found Padres gloves Tuesday night.

The 3PM hour of Kyle & Brust starts with Are You Smarter Than Ben Brust?, where Ben survives a rough performance from returning contestant Kevin despite producing some spectacular answers of his own, including briefly identifying Minnesota and Wisconsin as countries. But once the trivia chaos ends, the show asks a question that would have seemed absurd for most of the last two decades: do Packers fans actually expect Green Bay to beat Chicago at Lambeau? Kyle’s answer is no. He believes Chicago has shown a legitimate offensive identity and the ability to win with backup quarterbacks, while Green Bay is still searching for answers everywhere. The Packers continue dealing with penalties, drops, late-game collapses and now the loss of Edgerrin Cooper. Kyle admits it feels bizarre to enter Packers-Bears without expecting Green Bay to win, especially with the game at Lambeau and Tyson Bagent starting for Chicago. The K&B Fam largely shares the pessimism. Callers question whether Green Bay can stop Chicago’s physical rushing attack, and the guys debate whether the Packers are glass half full or half empty at 2-2. Ben and Kyle land firmly on the pessimistic side after watching Green Bay repeatedly let inferior opponents hang around. The Packers rank near the bottom of the league against the run, and now they face a Bears offense averaging nearly 200 rushing yards per game without Cooper available to provide the physicality Green Bay desperately needs. Plus, attention turns toward Brewers-Padres Game 3 and the mystery surrounding Dustin May. The guys debate whether Pat Murphy should hope for two innings, three innings or anything beyond that before turning things over to the bullpen. And Ben finally receives his punishment for abandoning Game 1 early: during the ESPN Milwaukee watchalong, he’ll be blindfolded whenever the Brewers are hitting. October justice has arrived.