The Nick Wize Show

The Nick Wize Show

Join The Nick Wize Show every Saturday on 95.3 WDAE & iHeart Radio as we dive into local Tampa Bay sports... everything from the Bucs & USF Bulls to the Lightning & Rays! Plus the BIGGEST College Sports stories from around the State of Florida

Episodes

The Nick Wize Show: Rays Reality Checks, Bucs Insight & VAR Controversy

June 30, 2026 • 87 mins
Nick Wize delivers another jam-packed edition of The Nick Wize Show by urging Rays fans not to get carried away after Tampa Bay's recent five-game winning streak. While many are buying into the momentum, Nick explains why the upcoming schedule before the All-Star break will be the true measuring stick. He continues the debate over whether Junior Caminero is merely a star or has already reached superstar status, welcomes Evan Closky...
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Soft Foul or Correct Call? The Germany-Paraguay Controversy

June 30, 2026 • 8 mins
Nick Wize gets Producer Tim fired up after defending the controversial VAR decision that erased Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32. While Tim sides with many former international players and television analysts who felt the foul was far too soft to overturn a goal, Nick believes the referee applied the rules correctly. The debate continues as they discuss whether Germany should blame the officia...
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Campus Crash Course: Everything You Need to Know About James Madison

June 30, 2026 • 6 mins
Nick Wize spins the wheel and gets the James Madison Dukes in another exciting edition of Campus Crash Course. With the countdown ticking, Nick answers a barrage of questions about the Dukes' football program, new head coach, recent accomplishments, and outlook for the upcoming season—all in under a minute. It's a fast, informative, and entertaining way to get caught up on one of college football's most interesting teams.
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Steve Isbitts Joins Nick Wize: Are the Bucs Asking the Tough Questions?

June 30, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize welcomes Steve Isbitts of JoeBucsFan.com for an in-depth Buccaneers conversation that begins with one of the most talked-about offseason topics: were some Bucs players taking plays off during games last season? Nick applauds JoeBucsFan.com for digging into the issue before shifting to Baker Mayfield's next contract, the battle for touches between Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell, and which under-the-radar players quietly...
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The Bucs Don't Need This Distraction

June 30, 2026 • 10 mins
One comment on social media leads to a thought-provoking Buccaneers discussion as Nick Wize addresses whether Tampa Bay should sign Terrion Arnold. Nick and Producer Tim both come to the same conclusion, arguing that despite Arnold's football talent, his serious legal issues present too much uncertainty and too much potential for distraction. They discuss the value of maintaining a strong locker room culture and why smart front off...
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Bet the House! Nick Wize & Tim Make Their Ultimate Prop Bet Picks

June 30, 2026 • 9 mins
It's time for another edition of Prop Bets Sportsbook! Nick Wize and Producer Tim are faced with five outrageous hypothetical prop bets, ranging from +10,000 all the way down to +500. The catch? For each category, they have to pick the one wager (out of 4 different wagers) they'd be willing to hypothetically bet everything they own on. Which longshot is actually worth the risk? Which favorite feels like free money? The guys debate ...
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Evan Closky Joins Nick Wize: Are the Rays Heating Up for Real?

June 30, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize welcomes 10 Tampa Bay Sports Director Evan Closky to break down the Rays' recent winning streak and whether it's a sign of something sustainable or just another hot stretch. The two debate whether Junior Caminero has officially crossed into superstar territory or if he's still simply one of baseball's brightest young stars. They also discuss why this Rays roster is much better suited for Tropicana Field than last season's...
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Lights Out... Literally: Nick Wize Keeps the Show Going

June 30, 2026 • 8 mins
It was an eventful show on WDAE as Nick Wize continued his measured approach to the Rays' recent success while the studio experienced a surprise power issue that left the lights out—but not the show. Nick explains why Tampa Bay's recent winning streak shouldn't erase the memories of its June slump and why fans should wait until after the upcoming stretch before making any big declarations. He also expands on his take that Jun...
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The Rays Are Hot... But Nick Wize Has One Big Warning

June 30, 2026 • 14 mins
A five-game winning streak has everyone feeling optimistic around Tampa Bay, but Nick Wize believes now is exactly when fans need to stay grounded. He explains why the Rays' upcoming schedule will be a much better measuring stick than their latest run of victories and why it's dangerous to overreact to short-term success. Later, Nick continues making the case that Junior Caminero is a superstar in the making, but currently is a sta...
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Pump the Brakes on the Rays, Baker's Big Payday & College Football Conversations

June 29, 2026 • 85 mins
Nick Wize kicks off the show by explaining why the Rays deserve praise for sweeping the Diamondbacks but not premature World Series predictions. Listeners weigh in with calls and texts, creating a spirited debate over Tampa Bay's ceiling. Nick then turns his attention to bold College Football Playoff guarantees that he believes are anything but certain before highlighting two hilarious MLB broadcasting moments that went viral over ...
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Campus Crash Course: 60 Seconds on the Texas State Bobcats

June 29, 2026 • 9 mins
It's time for another edition of Campus Crash Course! After spinning the wheel featuring only college football programs with cat mascots, Nick Wize lands on the Texas State Bobcats. Can he answer a series of rapid-fire questions about the program in under 60 seconds? Find out as Nick puts his college football knowledge to the test.
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How Many Buccaneers are in the Top 100?

June 29, 2026 • 10 mins
Nick takes a call discussing Baker Mayfield & his contract situation. Plus, Nick talks about a recent article listing the Top 100 NFL players & Nick asks, how many Buccaneers are on this list? Is Producer Tim listening when Nick begins talking about the list? Find out...it is entertaining.
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Baker Mayfield Is Playing the Long Game With the Bucs

June 29, 2026 • 9 mins
Nick Wize believes Baker Mayfield knows exactly what he's doing. As contract talks continue, Baker has only strengthened his connection with the Tampa Bay community while making it clear he wants to remain a Buccaneer. Nick explains why he thinks this deal ultimately gets done—and why the biggest hurdle is likely the length of the contract, not the money.
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The Funniest & Wildest MLB Broadcast Moments of the Weekend

June 29, 2026 • 10 mins
Nick Wize takes a break from breaking down the games to highlight the voices behind them. From Brian Anderson's laugh-out-loud moment on the Rays broadcast to Michael Kay's viral blunder during a Yankees game, Nick discusses why these clips had baseball fans talking long after the final outs.
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Guaranteed? Not So Fast: Nick Wize Challenges CFP Predictions

June 29, 2026 • 11 mins
A new College Football Playoff prediction article is making some bold guarantees, but Nick Wize isn't convinced. He breaks down the biggest claims, explains which ones have merit, and calls out the predictions that seem far too premature. Just because it's written doesn't make it inevitable.
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Rays Fans Sound Off: Believers, Doubters & Everyone In Between

June 29, 2026 • 10 mins
Nick Wize opens the phone lines as Rays fans react to Tampa Bay's recent hot streak. Some callers believe this team is ready to make a deep postseason run, while others aren't convinced the success will last. Nick reads listener texts and takes calls from both sides of the debate in a lively discussion about where the Rays truly stand.
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The Rays Are Rolling... But Let's Keep It Real

June 29, 2026 • 12 mins
After another impressive series victory, Rays fans are dreaming big. Nick Wize says that's exactly when expectations become dangerous. While Tampa Bay deserves plenty of credit for its recent surge, Nick breaks down why it's far too early to label this club a legitimate World Series contender and why consistency over the next few months matters far more than one great week.
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One of Those Shows: Rays, Bucs, World Cup & Everything In Between

June 26, 2026 • 86 mins
Nick Wize opens the show celebrating the Rays' blowout win over the Royals and Junior Caminero's three-home run performance before urging fans to stop overreacting to every roster move and managerial decision. The show also features spirited debates over combined no-hitters, baseball superstitions, FIFA's scheduling blunder for Team USA, why Baker Mayfield deserves more appreciation, what MLB players really think about the Rays, an...
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Does Payroll Determine a Team's Reputation in Baseball?

June 26, 2026 • 9 mins
Nick Wize reacts to an eye-opening MLB player poll and asks whether a team's reputation is ultimately tied to its payroll. Using the Rays as the perfect example, Nick explains why successful, low-spending franchises often receive mixed reviews from players, while the league's biggest spenders consistently rank among the most desirable destinations. Is money the biggest driver of perception in Major League Baseball?
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FIFA Blew It: Why Was Team USA Playing at 10 PM?

June 26, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize questions FIFA's decision to schedule Team USA's final group-stage match at 10 p.m., arguing it was a missed opportunity to capitalize on the growing excitement surrounding the World Cup. Even if the result had no impact on the Americans' group position, Nick believes the tournament should have showcased one of its biggest draws in a much more fan-friendly time slot.
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