Deer Diaries: A Milwaukee Bucks Podcast

Deer Diaries: A Milwaukee Bucks Podcast

For fans of the Milwaukee Bucks, presented by the staff of Brew Hoop.

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November 24, 2025 71 mins

It’s been a tough road for the Milwaukee Bucks in the first two and a half games without Giannis Antetokounmpo; they’re 0-3 and sit at 8-9. In the latest edition of Deer Diaries, Jackson and Jack break down the struggles the Bucks have been having, including the lack of involvement on offense from Myles Turner, the rough play of Cole Anthony, and the pressure that’s been placed on Ryan Rollins. The two answer the question of whethe...

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It was an up-and-down week for the Milwaukee Bucks, where they went 2-2 with two of them being the second game of a back-to-back. Jackson, Jack, and Morgan discuss the issues on both sides of the ball, which area the Bucks should focus on the most, and the confusing rotations that Doc Rivers has been implementing. Morgan then talks about his trip to Utah and the national parks he hiked through with his Dad. Jack and Jackson throw o...

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November 10, 2025 61 mins

After a 2-2 week, which could have been 3-1 or 1-3, Kyle and Jack go through the Bucks' week that saw a game-winner, a fourth quarter collapse, and everything in between. They discuss Milwaukee's late-game offensive plan and identity, and how sustainable it is. They also question the defensive assignments some players have and whether that's the best option for the team. With an underrated showing this season, is the Ky...

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November 3, 2025 74 mins

Kyle, Jackson, and Jack are here to discuss the Bucks' accomplishment of another 2-1 week. They talk about the great week that Ryan Rollins had, setting a career high in points twice, including a 32-point showing in Giannis Antetokounmpo's absence. Then they discuss the Bucks' offense and the ebbs and flows of a three-point shooting-reliant team, along with the ball sometimes getting in the way of the offense, as seen a...

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The first three regular-season games have come and gone for the Milwaukee Bucks, sitting at a 2-1 record. Jackson and Jack bring on writer Finn Kuehl to break down the Bucks' wins over the Washington Wizards and Toronto Raptors, as well as their lone loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The trio discusses the greatness of Giannis, how Myles Turner is fitting himself into the team, and the frustrating play of big man Bobby Portis.


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For the last edition of the season preview series, Kyle made sure to have a reunion with former Deer Diaries co-hosts Riley Feldmann and Adam Paris. While discussing the potential opening and closing lineups, the group come to terms that Kyle Kuzma might be the most important Buck role player on the team. They wonder if this will be Giannis' last season as a Buck and plan to enjoy the time they have before Riley reviews a fount...

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This season preview series continues as Kyle and Van are joined by returning guest and current Bucks Play-by-play announcer Lisa Byington. The group breaks down the importance of AJG, the prove it year for KPJ, and the strengths and weaknesses for the Bucks before talking about how important health will be for the team.

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The season preview series rolls on, as Jackson and Van are joined by returning guest, former Bucks Play-By-Play Announcer Jim Paschke. The trio breaks down what a potential Myles Turner and Giannis pick-and-roll could look like, what Jim remembers about Greg Anthony with his son Cole now in a Bucks jersey, and what could be in store for AJ Green this season. Jackson also channels his inner Myles Turner with the return of Jackson’s ...

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In our latest installment of the season preview series, Jackson sits down with Brew Hoop (and podcast) newcomer Dan Simmons! The pair runs down the usual gambit of season preview topics while having some fun along the way.

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We continue our Season Preview Series and are joined by a returning guest. Gale Klappa, the host of Courtside with Gale Klappa on Bucks +, joins Van to go through our usual topics of the season preview.

Then, near the end, we have a Van's warped tour featuring "Tweeter & The Monkey Man" by The Traveling Willburys. In that moment, Van takes Gale so literally that it might cause some embarrassment.

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For this season preview episode, Van takes on hosting duties and is happy to be joined by the host of Locked On Bucks Camille Davis and Justin Garcia. They go through the usual season preview series questions, but then add in their simulation station, where they talk about what is happening in WWE and 2k. We appreciate Justin and Camille for being on and encourage you all to listen to Locked On Bucks, if you don't already, whic...

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As Giannis gets underway at EuroBasket, we have new Brew Hoopers Finn and Drew . The two have more faith in Kyle Kuzma than anyone I know, based on his importance to the squad and fit in the lineup. As always with the preview, they see what the Bucks' strengths and weaknesses are, Myles Turner's fit, and what to expect from Giannis this upcoming season. Then Kyle's Film Review is back and he talks about the action pack ...

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Jack and Jackson are joined by fellow Brew Hooper and offseason content GOAT, Morgan, to continue our Season Preview Series. They discuss lineups, Myles Turner's impact, Giannis Antetokounmpo's facts, along with the strengths and weaknesses of the Bucks. Then, in this edition of Where in the World is Morgan, he talks about a small countryside village in the United Kingdom named Edale. If you are a fan of hiking and pies, th...

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Managing Editor Van was able to speak with Kris and Marques Johnson, yes THAT one, from Hear District, to talk about the upcoming season. There are questions about the starting lineup and playoff lineup, what Myles Turner will bring, and the statistics to expect from Giannis. Then they see what the Bucks' record and standings will be and discuss some films.

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July 29, 2025 85 mins

Jack and Finn watched all the summer league, so you didn't have to. They go through the pros and cons of Vegas and which players looked good and who left a lot to be desired. Then discuss Kyle Kuzma for some reason.

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July 8, 2025 74 mins

Jackson and Jack met over the weekend to discuss more of the Bucks Free Agency moves. Shortly after it's announced that he is returning, they talk about Ryan Rollins' new deal. Then, there are the surprising returns of Gary Trent Jr., Taurean Prince, and Kevin Porter Jr. There is also talk about Pat Connaughton and his departure to the Charlotte Hornets.

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NBA Free Agency has begun and the Milwaukee Bucks created the biggest headlines. Van and Jackson break down the Center moves between Bobby Portis returning, Brook Lopez departing and the surprise acquisition of Myles Turner. But first the HUGE shock of the Bucks waiving Damian Lillard to make the Turner signing possible.

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July 1, 2025 54 mins

Jack Trehearne is joined by one of Brew Hoop's newbies Finn Kuehl, and talks about the Milwaukee Bucks' quiet 2025 NBA Draft. They discuss the selection of 19-year-old Serbian Bogoljun Markovic. They wonder what prompted the Bucks to draft him and where he fits in their plans both for 2025 and the future. After all of that, they look at the other moves around the league that happened on Draft Night and hope Jackson is alrig...

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May 8, 2025 71 mins

In what has become a disturbingly recurring theme, the Milwaukee Bucks are out of the NBA Playoffs having failed to advance past the first-round. Kyle, Jack, and Riley take one last look at the team's series against the Indiana Pacers to identify the implications of defeat. If the playoffs are a player, coach, and organizational proving ground, what exactly did the Bucks prove? And if next season will be full of lumps along the...

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It's all over (yet again) for the Milwaukee Bucks. Their 2024-2025 campaign ends in sour fashion once more with a fitting comedy of errors in a 118-119 OT loss to the Indiana Pacers. Jackson and Morgan get together one last time for our final Instant Reaction podcast of this season and these playoffs to discuss where it all went wrong, the early reverberations from the defeat, and where it could lead the franchise moving forwar...

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