Best WZIP Podcasts (2025)

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Saturday Morning Polkas - December 20, 2025 1:00:26

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Fall 2025 Commencement Part 1 29:53

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Highlights from the first of two fall graduation ceremonies that include the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Business and feature speeches from University of Akron President R.J. Nemer, student responder Kaitlin Wile, and others. You can also watch the commencement in its entirety.…

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The Christmas Draft 38:29

5d ago38:29

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This episode is borrowed from one of our other podcasts - SPT Overtime. It's supposed to be about basketball, but that doesn't come until Part 2 since the guys took time out to put together a draft-style discussion about their favorite symbols, activities, and more as we approach December 25.By WZIP-FM

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Our Favorite Christmas Movies 20:10

7d ago20:10

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Ben, Malayna, and Tyler from the Entertainment Department drop their top five favorite Christmas movies of all-time.By WZIP-FM

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The Zip Zone Trivia: Pilot 22:24

9d ago22:24

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Two teams face off head-to-head in a Jeopardy style trivia game, who will be the victor? The great charismatic Matt Willis takes the mic as the host.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - December 13, 2025 58:46

9d ago58:46

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Quarter by Quarter - Christmas Special Part 2 55:08

11d ago55:08

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Part 2! Definitely not because the audio file was too big for one episode, but the boys are back and are talking about the state of the NBA, and what they wish for this holiday season.By Shawn Wick, Mitch Kobie

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Quarter by Quarter - Christmas Special 43:12

11d ago43:12

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First of a 2-part special, the boys draft their favorite parts of Christmas before getting into some basketball.By Shawn Wick, Mitch Kobie

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The Life of a Showgirl Review & Another Horror Movie Extravaganza 35:51

11d ago35:51

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Malayna lays the hammer down on this new Taylor Swift album. Are you a Swiftie? Also, Ben and Dev are back at it again, but this time Black Phone 2 is up for discussion.By WZIP-FM

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Horror Movie List with Chainsaw Man Movie Review 19:59

12d ago19:59

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Grace drops and explains her top ten horror movies of all time. Following is Tyler explaining and reviewing the film Chainsaw Man.By WZIP-FM

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Building Partnerships: UAkron & City of Akron 26:13

12d ago26:13

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The University of Akron and the city of Akron are important resources to one another. Sociology professor Dr. Stacey Nofziger is on hand to explain some unique ways that sociology students are engaged in experiential learning that simultaneously helps to advance solutions to community problems.By WZIP-FM

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Conjuring: Last Rites Review & More 40:29

14d ago40:29

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If you are looking to get into the horror movie scene, Ben and Dev lay down the law with their takes on the new Conjuring movie and where you should start. Dev continues by himself to talk about the new AJR EP release.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - December 6, 2025 57:18

16d ago57:18

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Trauma-Informed Yoga 19:16

19d ago19:16

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University of Akron Psychology Professor Dr. Dawn Johnson is developing a program to help women of color who have experienced intimate partner violence, funded by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women.By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Preview @Tulane 38:34

20d ago38:34

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The Zips Gameday crew recap Akron's recent game against Bucknell and preview Akron's matchup @Tulane as the Zips look to win their 8th game of the season. this episode is also available in video on the WZIP YouTube channelBy WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - November 29, 2025 59:36

23d ago59:36

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Kelz Did It Again 19:29

24d ago19:29

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Recently, Alyssa had the opportunity to interview Kelz of Kelz Did It Again, a rap and hip-hop artist from Northern Ohio. This week, Kelz shares insight on inspiration, processes, and routines he finds important when creating music. Tune in on Mondays 10-11 PM on 88.1 WZIP to listen to Kelz Did It Again and other local artists!…

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Zips Gameday Preview: Men's Basketball Vs Milwaukee 26:51

27d ago26:51

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The Zips Game Day crew recap Akron's performance at the Paradise jam and preview the Zips upcoming matchup against Milwaukee as the Zips return home on this thanksgiving weekend. this episode is also available on video on the WZIP YouTube channelBy WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - November 22, 2025 59:51

1M ago59:51

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Rellick 29:12

1M ago29:12

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This week, Mitch has the opportunity to chat with Mike of Rellick, a cinematic rock band from Cleveland. Keep listening to hear about his inspirations, writing process, dream venue, and more! Tune in on Mondays from 10-11 PM on 88.1 WZIP to listen to Rellick and other local artists!By WZIP-FM

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Interview with Uriah Rodeman - Akron MBB 19:22

1M ago19:22

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Shawn Wick sits down with walk-on Uriah Rodeman to talk about his journey to joining the men's basketball team.By Shawn Wick, Uriah Rodeman

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Zips Gameday Zips football season recap 56:57

1M ago56:57

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The Zips Gameday crew recap Akron's season as a whole and discuss whether or not this season was a win or not despite not finishing above .500. This episode is also available in video on the WZIP YouTube channelBy WZIP-FM

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It's Okay To Talk About Depression! 20:41

1M ago20:41

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The stigmas surrounding mental illnesses, including depression, is weaker but still existent. Dr. Mark Altiere, senior associate director of the Counseling & Testing Center at The University of Akron says we need to keep talking about it. In this discussion, Altiere outlines screening information and other advice for those who may be dealing with d…

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Quarter by Quarter - NBA Ball Knowledge quiz - S2E3 - Part 2 44:40

1M ago44:40

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In this episode of QBQ , Shawn and Mitch are joined by special guest Liam. They go over everything that has happened so far this NBA season as well as testing their NBA ball knowledge with trivia questions from each other. WZIP - University of Akron - 88.1 FMBy WZIP-FM

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Quarter by Quarter - NBA Ball Knowledge quiz - S2E3 - Part 1 1:14:16

1M ago1:14:16

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In this episode of QBQ , Shawn and Mitch are joined by special guest Liam. They go over everything that has happened so far this NBA season as well as testing their NBA ball knowledge with trivia questions from each other. WZIP - University of Akron - 88.1 FMBy WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Men's Basketball Paradise Jam Preview 31:09

1M ago31:09

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The Zips Gameday Crew Recap Akron's Matchup vs Purdue and look ahead to the Paradise Jam This episode is also available in video on the WZIP YouTube channel.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - November 15, 2025 1:00:19

1M ago1:00:19

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Preview: @BGSU 35:03

1M ago35:03

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The Zips Game Day crew recap Akron's recent loss in the Wagon Wheel game as well as preview the season finale @BGSU. the episode also available on the WZIP YouTube channelBy WZIP-FM

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Zips Game Day Preview: Men's Basketball @ Purdue 25:04

1M ago25:04

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This episode was originally broadcasted live on Sports Power Talk as the Zips Gameday Crew recaps Akron's recent game vs Penn State Shenango and preview Akron's matchup vs #2 PurdueBy WZIP-FM

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Government Shutdown: An Analytical View 13:07

1M ago13:07

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Although the federal government is back open, there are pieces of the puzzle that remain unsettled. This interview with University of Akron Political Science Professor Dr. David Cohen with WZIP's Jordan Johnson was recorded a couple of weeks before the shutdown ended.By WZIP-FM

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Quarter by Quarter - NBA First Week Reactions - S2E2 1:32:53

1M ago1:32:53

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In the first Vodcast of QBQ, Shawn and Mitch share their early season reactions to the NBA, along with some teams they feel should start to panic. WZIP - University of Akron - 88.1 FMBy Mitch Kobie, Shawn Wick

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Saturday Morning Polkas - November 8, 2025 1:00:53

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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The Meek 5:38

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This week, Mikayla had the opportunity to interview Jaden of The Meek, an indie artist based in Akron. The Meek released their first single last year and already have over 60,000 monthly listeners. Tune in on Mondays from 10-11 PM on 88.1 WZIP to listen to The Meek and other local artists!By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Preview vs Kent 27:00

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In this edition of Zips Gameday the crew previews Akron's upcoming matchup vs Kent state as the Zips are looking for 3 straight wins. the Episode is also available in video on the WZIP YouTube channel.By WZIP-FM

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UA Symphony Orchestra 26:25

2M ago26:25

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What do you need to build a symphony orchestra? Hint: It takes more than some string instruments. As you will hear from University of Akron Director of Orchestras Matthew Jaroszewicz, some instruments aren't allowed but all people are - as long as they have a little musical precision. Jaroszewicz and orchestra member Addie Swansiger explain it all!…

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Zips Gameday Preview Vs Princeton 28:43

2M ago28:43

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Zips Men's Basketball is looking to move to 2-0 as the Zips Gameday crew preview this upcoming matchup.By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Preview Vs Umass 38:14

2M ago38:14

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The Zips Gameday crew previews the Zips upcoming matchup against the UMass Minute Men as the Zips look to win two straight games and equal the amount of wins the 2024 Zips had.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - November 1, 2025 1:00:46

2M ago1:00:46

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday Preview Men's basketball season opener Vs James Madison 30:37

2M ago30:37

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The Zips gameday crew preview the Zips Men's basketball season and look ahead to today's matchup against James Madison in the first installment of the MAC Sunbelt Challenge.By WZIP-FM

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Akron Men's Basketball Eric and Evan Mahaffey 23:08

2M ago23:08

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WZIP sports reporter Matt Willis brings in Men's Basketball players and brothers Eric and Evan Mahaffey, discussing their journey to Akron, the upbringings of their basketball career and more.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - October 25, 2025 1:00:27

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Quarter By Quarter Season 2, Episode 1 1:21:06

2M ago1:21:06

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Quarter By Quarter returns for the 2025-2026 NBA season! Mitch and Shawn run through everything you need to know that happened in the offseason, then predict how this year will turn out. Who will be MVP? Will the Thunder repeat? What is going on with Terry Rozier? Listen in and find out!By Mitch Kobie, Shawn Wick

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Saturday Morning Polkas - October 18, 2025 1:01:22

2M ago1:01:22

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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ZipsUnlimited Meets Zips GameDay 36:12

2M ago36:12

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A little self-promotion this week to introduce you to another WZIP production! Zips GameDay is a digital spinoff of our premiere sports show, Sports Power Talk. Zips GameDay includes discussion and interviews about the next football game, and it hits the airwaves (88.1-FM) just before kickoff. This epsidoe was produced to preview the October 19 gam…

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Zips Gameday: Preview of Akron @ Ball State 34:44

2M ago34:44

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In this week's edition of Zips Gameday we look ahead to the Zips heading to Muncie Indiana to take on the Cardinals. Join Dev Lucas, Liam Riggenbach, and Juan Arrellano as they preview Zips @ Ball StateBy WZIP-FM

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How to Sports: Bowling 1:09:11

2M ago1:09:11

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Matt Willis hosts the first episode of a new series: How to Sports. Today, Matt and special guest Brendan Tahsler teach Liam Riggenbach all about bowling and the base knowledge of how to get into the sport.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - October 11, 2025 1:00:41

2M ago1:00:41

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Ring Rundown Ep. 2 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

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Episode 2 of the Ring Rundown, hosted by Matt Willis and Mitch Bates features special guest Mitch Kobie. This edition, the guys talk about their introduction to professional wrestling, their favorite stars, various events attended and predictions for Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia.By WZIP-FM

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Saturday Morning Polkas - October 4, 2025 1:00:51

3M ago1:00:51

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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!By WZIP-FM

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Zips Gameday: Preview of Akron vs Central Michigan 33:46

3M ago33:46

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In this week's edition of Zips gameday we take a look ahead at Akron's upcoming game against Central Michigan. Join Dev Lucas, Liam Riggenbach, Matt Willis for some pregame analysis, picks, and banter as we await Akron's 2025 homecoming game versus the Chippewas.By WZIP-FM