In this episode, Nick discusses Bill Self's recent health scare and wonders if he should be thinking about coaching at all this weekend in the NCAA Tournament. Then, he's joined by Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World to discuss the latest on Self's status as well as the vibes around the team on the day before their Round of 64 matchup vs. Howard. Finally, Nick is joined by two of his good friends and college basketball sickos Lance and Kevin to fill out a bracket together and have some laughs. 

In this episode, Nick discusses Bill Self's recent health scare and wonders if he should be thinking about coaching at all this weekend in the NCAA Tournament. Then, he's joined by Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World to discuss the latest on Self's status as well as the vibes around the team on the day before their Round of 64 matchup vs. Howard. Finally, Nick is joined by two of his good friends and college basketball sickos Lance and Kevin to fill out a bracket together and have some laughs.

What is Bill Self's Status as Kansas Enters the NCAA Tournament?

Nick Schwerdt is joined by former Kansas big man Landen Lucas to discuss the secret to Bill Self's improbable Big 12 title run, if he can relate to K.J. Adams' breakthrough sophomore season, how Jalen Wilson's All-American season was six years in the making, and if the Jayhawks can win back-to-back national championships. 

Nick Schwerdt is joined by former Kansas big man Landen Lucas to discuss the secret to Bill Self's improbable Big 12 title run, if he can relate to K.J. Adams' breakthrough sophomore season, how Jalen Wilson's All-American season was six years in the making, and if the Jayhawks can win back-to-back national championships.

What's the Secret to Bill Self's Big 12 Title Run? With Landen Lucas

On this episode, Nick discusses what has been so impressive about Kansas Basketball's recent surge and why volume is more important than efficiency when it comes to KU's offense. Then, Shreyas Laddha of the Kansas City Star joins Nick to discuss his feature on Gradey Dick and explains what impresses him most about the sharp-shooting freshman. Finally, we close the show out by answering listener questions with a mailbag. 

On this episode, Nick discusses what has been so impressive about Kansas Basketball's recent surge and why volume is more important than efficiency when it comes to KU's offense. Then, Shreyas Laddha of the Kansas City Star joins Nick to discuss his feature on Gradey Dick and explains what impresses him most about the sharp-shooting freshman. Finally, we close the show out by answering listener questions with a mailbag.

Who Holds the Key to Another Title Run for Kansas + Shreyas Laddha on What Makes Gradey Dick So Special

In this episode, Nick is joined by one of the best college basketball writers in the game, C.J. Moore of The Athletic. C.J. explains why Dajuan Harris holds the keys to Kansas tapping into their potential as an offense this year, why Ernest Udeh's growth is important to the team's big man rotation, and what's impressed him most about Jalen Wilson's All-American season. 

In this episode, Nick is joined by one of the best college basketball writers in the game, C.J. Moore of The Athletic. C.J. explains why Dajuan Harris holds the keys to Kansas tapping into their potential as an offense this year, why Ernest Udeh's growth is important to the team's big man rotation, and what's impressed him most about Jalen Wilson's All-American season.

C.J. Moore on the Importance of Dajuan Harris and the "State of the Union" on Kansas' Big Men

On today's episode, Nick discusses what's plaguing Kansas during their three-game losing streak, how they can fix their issues, and the level of concern moving forward. Then, the one-and-only Jay Bilas of ESPN joins Nick for a lengthy discussion. Jay shares his thoughts on KU's losing streak, if he still views them as a national title contender, where Gradey Dick still has room to grow, and why the Jayhawks aren't getting any bench production. We close the episode out by answering some listener questions in the form of a mailbag. 

On today's episode, Nick discusses what's plaguing Kansas during their three-game losing streak, how they can fix their issues, and the level of concern moving forward. Then, the one-and-only Jay Bilas of ESPN joins Nick for a lengthy discussion. Jay shares his thoughts on KU's losing streak, if he still views them as a national title contender, where Gradey Dick still has room to grow, and why the Jayhawks aren't getting any bench production. We close the episode out by answering some listener questions in the form of a mailbag.

What's Plaguing KU and How it Gets Better + Jay Bilas on Kansas' Three-Game Losing Streak

After a thrilling OT loss to Kansas State, Nick gives his thoughts on the loss including an overused take that probably needs to die. Also discussed: Jalen Wilson dominating the "Noticability Index", Jerome Tang challenging the K-State fanbase to its core, and one thing this Kansas team might be the best in the country at. 

Then, Kansas Athletic Director Travis Goff joins Nick to discuss what the first two years on the job have been like, the moment he knew Lance Leipold was the right guy for the job, playing defense against schools coming after his coach, and what fans should expect to see different with the impending renovations coming to Memorial Stadium. 

The episode closes out with a listener mailbag. Questions asked include: is Bill Self harder on freshmen than other coaches, Kevin McCullar's slump and what to do about it, and how to combat Kansas' lack of bench production.

After a thrilling OT loss to Kansas State, Nick gives his thoughts on the loss including an overused take that probably needs to die. Also discussed: Jalen Wilson dominating the "Noticability Index", Jerome Tang challenging the K-State fanbase to its core, and one thing this Kansas team might be the best in the country at. 
Then, Kansas Athletic Director Travis Goff joins Nick to discuss what the first two years on the job have been like, the moment he knew Lance Leipold was the right guy for the job, playing defense against schools coming after his coach, and what fans should expect to see different with the impending renovations coming to Memorial Stadium. 
The episode closes out with a listener mailbag. Questions asked include: is Bill Self harder on freshmen than other coaches, Kevin McCullar's slump and what to do about it, and how to combat Kansas' lack of bench production.

A Kansas Basketball Take That Needs to Die + KU Football's Return to Relevancy and What Comes Next w/ KU Athletic Director Travis Goff

Nick recaps the Texas Tech win which was a perfect encapsulation of who Kansas has become since the loss to Tennessee in November. Also discussed: Dajuan Harris' importance to the Jayhawks, K.J. Adams becoming an offensive threat, and how Gradey Dick is ahead of schedule. He closes with a mailbag and answers listener questions on why K.J. is getting more opportunity, how Kansas will honor Bill Self's legacy, and expectations for Lance Leipold, Jalon Daniels, and the Kansas Jayhawks football team in 2023. 

Nick recaps the Texas Tech win which was a perfect encapsulation of who Kansas has become since the loss to Tennessee in November. Also discussed: Dajuan Harris' importance to the Jayhawks, K.J. Adams becoming an offensive threat, and how Gradey Dick is ahead of schedule. He closes with a mailbag and answers listener questions on why K.J. is getting more opportunity, how Kansas will honor Bill Self's legacy, and expectations for Lance Leipold, Jalon Daniels, and the Kansas Jayhawks football team in 2023.

Why Dajuan Harris Might Be Kansas' Most Important Player and How They've Become One of College Basketball's Best Offenses + KU Basketball/Football Mailbag

In this episode, Nick recaps KU's nearly miraculous comeback bid vs. Arkansas in the Liberty Bowl, explains why Wednesday's game in Memphis was a microcosm of the season as a whole and tries to provide context for why Kansas chose to take the ball out of Jalon Daniels' hands and instead let Jason Bean try to make the game-tying score. 

In this episode, Nick recaps KU's nearly miraculous comeback bid vs. Arkansas in the Liberty Bowl, explains why Wednesday's game in Memphis was a microcosm of the season as a whole and tries to provide context for why Kansas chose to take the ball out of Jalon Daniels' hands and instead let Jason Bean try to make the game-tying score.

Recapping Kansas' Thrilling Triple Overtime Loss to Arkansas in the Liberty Bowl

Nick is joined by Carrington Harrison of 610 Sports Radio to preview Kansas basketball's upcoming matchup vs. Missouri in the latest installment of the Border War. 

Nick is joined by Carrington Harrison of 610 Sports Radio to preview Kansas basketball's upcoming matchup vs. Missouri in the latest installment of the Border War.

Previewing the Border War with Carrington Harrison

In this episode, Nick is joined by Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World to discuss Lance Leipold's contract extension, why Kansas gave up so many concessions, and what it means for the future of Kansas Football. Also discussed: if they want to see and Kansas-Missouri bowl game matchup, and their level of concern over Kansas Basketball's big man issues. 

In this episode, Nick is joined by Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World to discuss Lance Leipold's contract extension, why Kansas gave up so many concessions, and what it means for the future of Kansas Football. Also discussed: if they want to see and Kansas-Missouri bowl game matchup, and their level of concern over Kansas Basketball's big man issues.

What Stands Out About Lance Leipold's Contract Extension, plus Level of Concern With KU's Big Men w/ Matt Tait

"Nick Schwerdt grew up a lifelong Kansas fan, graduated from KU, and spent nearly a decade covering the Jayhawks in Lawrence. Now, he discusses the biggest stories in Kansas Athletics on “Wavin’ the Wheat,” the most extensive and entertaining podcast covering KU."

"Nick Schwerdt grew up a lifelong Kansas fan, graduated from KU, and spent nearly a decade covering the Jayhawks in Lawrence. Now, he discusses the biggest stories in Kansas Athletics on &ldquo;Wavin&rsquo; the Wheat,&rdquo; the most extensive and entertaining podcast covering KU."

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