The California Golden Bearcast

Cal Football 2019 - ASU Recap

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns after some good Pac-12 after dark action at Memorial Stadium. The Bears took a tough loss against a good ASU team and potentially...

Cal Football 2019 - Ole Miss Recap

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob return to talk about the Bears big victory in Mississippi, their talking points from the game and also the bigger picture of what this co...

Cal Football 2019 - North Texas Recap

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob have returned after witnessing the win over North Texas. They give their takes on the offense, a little role play, and some conversation ...

Cal Football 2019 - UW Recap

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The California Golden Blogs podcast, The Bearcast, returns to deliver the post game hype of the Bears epic win over Washington Sunday morning. From li...

Cal Football 2019 - UCDavis Recap

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Opening weekend came and went and your California Golden Bears came away with a clean 1-0 record before heading up to Seattle next weekend. While the ...

Cal Football 2019 - Preseason Preview Podcast

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have returned, on your left, from the depths of hibernation, after the cheesiest of bowls. Too much cheese was consumed along with massive amounts ...

Cal Football 2018 - Cheez-It Bowl

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob are back after holiday break to discuss the Cheez-It bowl among other things related to Cal football as the season comes to a close. They...

Cal Football 2018 - 121st Big Game

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob discuss the big game, ponders coaching changes and impact of recruiting and early departures. *Sorry for the sound quality. Had to record...

Cal Football 2018 - Win over Colorado

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Bears earn win #7 heading into big game week! Andy and Rob talk about the win, some recruiting and bowl game projections! Learn more about your a...

Cal Football 2018 - USC STREAK IS OVER

13 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

THE STREAK IS OVER. LET’S BASK IN THE VICTORY OVER SC IN LA. Here’s a brief timestamp: Start-5 WE WON 5-15 1st Half 15-30 2nd Half 30-45 Final Dri...

Cal Football 2018 - Heartbreak in the Palouse

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Forgot to take notes so no timestamp today but we did talk about the WSU game, our turning points of the game, where we need improvement, recruiting a...

Cal Football 2018 - UW Upset

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob are back to talk about the UW upset and their takeaways, along with a little mini Wazzu preview. Topics: Cal - OSU Cal football is not br...

Cal Football 2018 - UCLA Wrap

16 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob are back to discuss the Homecoming disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, ...

Cal Football 2018 - Arizona Fallout

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob are joined by fellow CGB writer Piotr Le to talk about the Arizona and what to make of the first 5 games of the season. Learn more about...

Cal Football 2018: Oregon Recap and Analysis

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Andy are back to talk about the Oregon game. A different format but highly informative. Let us know what you think of the new format! Like. Su...

Cal Football 2018: Oregon Preview

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is joined by Joey McMurry, who is the Sideline Reporter on the IMG Oregon Sports Network and friend of the pod. They talk all things Oregon Footba...

Cal Football 2018 - Final OOC against Idaho State

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob delve into the win against Idaho State, depth chart, debuts and game analysis. Like, Subscribe, Comment, Share, Post, do what you need to...

Cal Football 2018 - Battle in Provo

10 Sep 2018

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Andy and Rob discuss the BYU game and everything that came along with the potential trap game in Provo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Cal Football 2018 - UNC Aftermath

03 Sep 2018

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Rob and Andy discuss the QB situation and the aftermath of the season opener win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

Cal Football 2018: UNC Preview Pod

27 Aug 2018

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Rob and the UNC guys roundtable discuss the season opener for both squads and their roads to Victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Cal Football 2018 - Season Preview

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rob, Andy and Special Guest Trace Travers from Cal Rivals is back to cover all of the position groups and expectations on the season! Learn more abou...

A talk with Cal OW Player Izzy

14 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with a short interview pod! Nam and Rob talk to Cal Overwatch Support Player Izzy about the upcoming TESPA OW Semi-Finals. We also ask him...

Cal Basketball 17/18 - The Start Of Conference Play

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rob, Nick and Reef are back to discuss the start of PAC-12 play for the Men’s and Women's team, variance, youth and some other things. Enjoy! Please...

Cal Basketball 17/18 - 3 game win streak (SDSU/CSUF/SU)

22 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Reef, Nick and Rob are back to talk MBB’s 3 game winning streak. (Recorded before the Portland state dismantling). The two women’s games and statu...

Cal Football 2018 - Early Signing Day

21 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob are back to talk recruiting for this weird new early signing day. They go over the recruiting class, favorite players, and Wilcox's signi...

Cal Football 2017 - Season Review

06 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

And just like that we close the book on the 2017 Cal Football regular season. This week we welcome special guest, Cal Rivals Trace Travers, onto the B...

Cal Basketball 17/18 - CSUN & Saint Mary's

04 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Reef, Nick and Rob come back to discuss the rebound from Maui in the form of the CSUN game and a Saint Mary’s game, which went more or less, accordi...

Cal Basketball 17/18 - Wofford & Maui Invitational

27 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Rob, Reef, and Nick are back to talk Wofford and the three games that may or may not have happened in Maui last week. They talk growth, speculation, c...

Cal Basketball 17/18 - Riverside & Cal Poly

15 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns for basketball season but this time with special season long-host/guest/analyst/writer/comedian ReefCGB and Nick Kranz! They’ll...

Cal Football 2017: Oregon State Preview & Audio Guide

02 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and I discuss the final home game of the 2017 season, the finale at Memorial for the Seniors and the rejuvenated post-anderson Oregon State Beave...

Oct. 31, 2017 - Colorado Recap

01 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we dive into the disappointing performance from the Bears against Colorado. We take yet another deep dive into the long term...

Oct. 26, 2017 - Arizona Recap & Short Colorado Preview

26 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Rob return to talk about the weirdly satisfying double overtime game against Arizona. Positive, Negative and Awards. And give you a short gli...

Cal Football 2017: Arizona Preview & Audio Guide

20 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

For your listening pleasure. Andy and Rob discuss the upcoming Arizona Game and how the Bears need to handle it for the win. Also a little help on whe...

Oct. 18th, 2017: WSU Recap

19 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Oct. 18th, 2017: WSU Recap by Robert Hwang & Andy Johnston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast,...

Cal Football 2017: WSU Preview & Audio Guide

13 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We're one day early but it is GAMEDAY. Take a listen as you head to Berkeley for a Friday Night Game under the lights! Learn more about your ad choic...

Oct. 10th, 2017: UW Recap & Mid-Season Review

10 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns to recap the Bears most recent game in Washington and give a few mid-season report cards. Catch the schedule below: Cal vs Washin...

Cal Football 2017: Oregon Preview & Audio Guide

29 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast preps you for a night time showdown against the Ducks in Eugene. Also we give you some tips and pointers around Eugene and Portland (a co...

Sept. 26th, 2017: USC Recap & Awards

26 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast is back after the heartbreak of a game against #5 SC on Saturday. We go over the game day experience, game notes, the game and our awards...

Cal Football 2017: USC Preview & Audio Guide

21 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

You wanted it so we're back! Discussing what you should know heading into the USC game and what you should do on what should be a great gameday in Ber...

Sept. 18th, 2017: Ole Miss Recap & Awards

18 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What a weekend for Cal football! The Bears took home the victory against the Ole Miss Rebels and we saw a brand of football that has been missing in B...

Cal Football 2017: Weber State Preview & Audio Guide

08 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Game day is tomorrow with Weber State coming to Berkeley for the home opener. The Bearcast dives into what to expect come Saturday and gives a few eat...

Sept. 7th, 2017: UNC Upset & Joe Roth & Basketball

07 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns after the Bears come home victorious, upsetting the Tar Heels on the road in the season opener. There were many highlights and ev...

Cal Football 2017: UNC Preview & Audio Guide

31 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In a brand new 2017 first, the Bearcast will now be hosting not just one, but two spectacular podcasts covering your Cal Bears. The preview pod will t...

Aug 27, 2017 - Season Preview PT. 1

27 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

HELLO LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. I am back! alone for this one, but with a special guest in former co-host and current Cal Rivals manager, Trace Travers! I...

The Bearcast Returns: Fall Camp Edition

11 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The optimistic boys are back and ready to cover all things California Golden Bears football as we near the 2017 Cal Football season. Top 6 Discussion ...

Offseason Special Report: Basketball and Under Armour

07 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns for a special edition announcing the Under Armour era at the University of California, Berkeley. Rob and Andy dissect the new bra...

Special Off-Season Catch-up Review Football Edition

16 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Special Off-Season Catch-up Review Football Edition by Robert Hwang & Andy Johnston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Episode 64

19 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast, Rob and Andy dive into the rapidly unfolding basketball coaching situation with Cuonzo Martin off to Missouri. They ask if ...

Episode 62

08 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we take a look at the newest Jordan’s to hit the market and the mad dash to pick up the right size shoe. In football news ...

Episode 61

28 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we talk over the final addition to the Cal football coaching ranks (for now at least) and talk over what we like most from t...

Episode 60

08 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Bearcast returns to talk over the men’s basketball team improving to 8-3 in the Pac-12 and what needs to happen for the Bears to make ...

Episode 59

02 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns just in time to cover all of the signing day news while also introducing you to the new faces around Cal football. Rob shares his...

Episode 58

24 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week we return to the Bearcast to talk over Sonny’s surprising exit, the most recent coaching hires and what might be ahead for Cal football. C...

Episode 57

12 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome Atoms to the Bearcast to help us dive into the offseason news to date including the Sonny-Baylor rumors. We also give our picks for defensi...

Episode 56

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we revisit yet another loss in the Big Game for the Bears and start to look towards next year for Cal football. Cal basketba...

Episode 55

14 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It was an interesting week outside of Cal athletics and we take a quick look at where things stand after the election results Tuesday. The Cal footbal...

Episode 54

07 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 54 by Robert Hwang & Andy Johnston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Episode 53

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we relive the USC game that wasn’t and talk over Larry Scott’s comments about academics/scheduling. We take a look at so...

Episode 52

27 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we cover another cardiac Cal performance at memorial stadium and look towards the USC game this coming evening. The format g...

Episode 51

18 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast NFL network fantasy football analyst James Koh stops by in a special segment recapping his time at Cal. As for the Cal relat...

Episode 50

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we take a long look at what went wrong against Oregon State and what the rest of the season looks like. We also talk over ou...

Episode 49

26 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast, we sit down to digest the disappointing Arizona State game and talk over the rest of the weekend action in the Pac-12. We a...

Episode 48

19 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

One week after a rather disappointing Cal loss, we reconvene to talk over a Cal victory that could have a massive impact on the 2016/2017 season. Avi ...

Episode 47

12 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns to help recap the San Diego State win that wasn’t and looks towards the Texas game for a bounce back victory. We also dive into...

Episode 46

05 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Bearcast returns for the regular season, recapping the Hawaii-Cal game in Sydney while also discussing the disappointing opening weekend for the P...

Episode 45

22 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast we celebrate the arrival of the 2016 Cal Football season. The Bears have left to Australia and the final preseason depth cha...

Episode 44

09 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

As fall camp rolls into its second week, the Bearcast takes time to talk over the early results of the Olympics and some transfer news from a few tall...

Episode 43

28 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Only a couple weeks prior to coach Franklin's departure, coach Dykes was on the record expecting to retain his entire coaching staff. If you remove th...

Episode 42

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

With the olympics on the horizon, there may be no better story than former Cal Bear Jahvid Best making the team for St. Luica. Best, whose NFL career ...

Episode 41

09 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In a week full of controversy in and outside of the university, we talk over the black lives matter movement and the Damon Harrington investigation at...

Episode 40

25 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast featured a deep dive into the latest football recruiting news and some analysis on our newest quarterback commit, Chase Garb...

Episode 39

02 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

There are things that make you step back and appreciate what you have in this world and sadly an incident reminded us of that at UCLA this week. All j...

Episode 38

26 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover the big news from down south regarding our baby brother UCLA and Under Armour along with a local recruit and potentially major bask...

Episode 37

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover another two big football commits and one massive basketball commit. Also we dive into Rob's life hacks at Evans field, the need for...

Episode 36

13 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the podcast we start off with embracing the love of Steph Curry mania, talk over some wishes and wants from old recruiting classes as wel...

Episode 35

04 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this edition of the Bearcast we welcome a new co-host, give thanks to Trace and chat about a variety of subjects: Jared Goff goes #1 overall!! Trev...

Episode 34

27 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this edition of the Bearcast, we made the arduous journey across the Bay Bridge to talk SF Chronicle beat writer and copy editor Steve Kroner (@Ste...

Episode 33

20 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Cal podcasting experience that your life has been missing. Or has been having if you've been listening to us for an...

Episode 32

13 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Another episode of the Bearcast with Special Guest Eugene Choo of Cal Rivals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Ho...

Episode 31

06 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the reigning, defending, and undisputed Cal podcast champion of the world, Rob and I didn't have too much planned, so we pulled an ...

Episode 30

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In the return of the greatest Cal sports podcast to ever exist, Rob and I chortled about the hypothetical situations that surround Cal sports. That mi...

Episode 29

23 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Bearcast, we welcomed meteoric superstar Nam Le to our humble show to discuss football, shootyhoops, and lukewarm takes. In particula...

Episode 28

15 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the reigning, defending, most beautifully crafted, artfully distinguished, definitively gorgeous, mind-bendingly fantastic, and hig...

Episode 27

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the highly professional, not at all irrational Bearcast, we opened up the rolodex and called in the nicest person I've ever ...

Episode 26

01 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the illustrious, five-star, incomparable, and greatest ever Cal sport related podcast to appear on the internet, Rob and I covered ...

Episode 25

23 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Here we go on episode 25 of the Bearcast, which was quite a bit of fun. Here's what we've got in store for you this time around: Discussion of Bears i...

Episode 24

17 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the most compelling Cal sports podcast to ever hit the internet. Rob and I discussed a plethora of topics, such as the follo...

Episode 23

11 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hello and welcome to the 23rd episode of the most memorable, daring, and not terribly outrageous podcast focused on Cal sports and whatnot. On this we...

Episode 22

02 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the most enthralling Cal sports podcast to ever exist in the history of the University of California. Probably. On this epis...

Episode 21

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 21 of the Bearcast, the only 5 star rated podcast on iTunes about Cal sports. On this fine episode, Rob and talked about a lot of C...

Episode 20

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Good day to you all and welcome to the 20th edition of the California Golden Bearcast! On this lovely, groundbreaking episode, we discussed a plethora...

Episode 19

12 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Finally, the Bearcast has come back to CGB (for the 19th time). This week, Rob and I conversed on what we could about Cal sports in the only way we kn...

Episode 18

05 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the award winning Cal podcast that has never won an award. On this edition of the beautifully crafted Bearcast, Rob and I covered the ...

Episode 17

28 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

After a week's hiatus, the Bearcast returns in full force. Rob and I talked about a few topics pertaining to the bowl game and otherwise. I apologize ...

Episode 16

15 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the 16th episode of the Bearcast for your listening pleasure. On this award winning podcast that's never won an award, we talked about: The pa...

Episode 15

07 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

On the 15th episode of the Bearcast, Rob and I covered multiple topics on this episode of our lovely Bearcast. We covered the following: The state of ...

Episode 14

30 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Here today on the Bearcast, we revel in the victory of Saturday's win over Arizona State, and come back to earth to talk about the basketball team in ...

Episode 13

23 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Bearcast, we talked about a number of different topics all for your listening pleasure in the wake of the Big Game. They covered: Our tak...

Episode 12

16 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The 12th edition of the Bearcast comes about today! It was just Rob and I, straight out of Parts Unknown, and there was lots to talk about. We talked ...

Episode 11

09 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of the Bearcast is rife with intrigue. Or something like that. We talked about a number of things, with our special guest Solomon ...