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PODCAST

The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter: A Fighting Illini Fan Podcast

The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter is a podcast offering a fan’s perspective on Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball.

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All Episodes

42:54

Spring Game Musings (04/21/21)

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2021/04/21

Mike Carpenter discusses the Illini spring game, including the QB battle between Brandon Peters and Isaiah Williams, and does a far-too-early breakdown of the 2021 schedule. Then, he discusses no-shows by Adam Miller and Orlando Antigua (and a surprising appearance by EJ Liddell).

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47:59

Five for One (04/18/21)

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2021/04/18

Trent Frazier announces his return for a fifth year, while Utah transfer Alfonso Plummer commits to Illinois. Mike Carpenter reacts to a great weekend for the Illini basketball backcourt and what's next for Brad Underwood's roster. Also, Bret Bielema lands two recruits ahead of Monday's spring game.

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49:02

200th Episode Extravaganza!!! (04/13/21)

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2021/04/13

It's the 200th episode of The 200 Level! Mike Carpenter has plenty of Illini basketball to discuss, including new 2021 commit Brandin Podziemski from Wisconsin, the possible return of Trent Frazier, uncertainty around Adam Miller, and how next year's roster is shaping up. Also, the spring football game is welcoming back fans to Memorial Stadium for the first time since 2019.

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43:04

When It Paynes, It Storrs (04/08/21)

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2021/04/08

AJ Storr becomes the 2nd Illini basketball commit of the 2022 class while the program waits for another transfer to join Omar Payne. Mike Carpenter discusses the short-term concerns and long-term optimism with Underwood's roster building. Later, he addresses vaccine hesitancy in sports, including the Illinois football staff.

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53:23

Portal Kombat (04/06/21)

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2021/04/06

The transfer portal giveth, the transfer portal taketh. Mike Carpenter discusses the loss of Adam Miller, the addition of Omar Payne, and who may be next for Brad Underwood's Illini. He also bids farewell to Ayo Dosunmu and shares the good vibes for Bret Bielema's football program.

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33:14

It's Adam Shame (04/01/21)

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2021/04/01

Adam Miller enters the transfer portal, leaving another hole on the Illini basketball roster. Mike Carpenter reacts to the news, what it means for Brad Underwood and the program, and how deflating the last two weeks have been as an Illinois fan.

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01:03:34

Reasons to be Cheerful (03/29/21)

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2021/03/29

The dust has settled on the Illini basketball season, and Mike Carpenter is ready to turn the page. He reads listener responses on how they will remember the 2021 team, discusses reasons to be optimistic for the future, and compares this year's success to the building block of the Lon Kruger era.

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50:21

From the Ritz to the Rubble (03/24/21)

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2021/03/24

72 hours later, Mike Carpenter is still trying to grasp how an Illini basketball season full of exhilarating highs could end in such an anticlimactic fashion. He discusses the wide range of emotions - grateful to angry, fulfilled to empty - and how this team's legacy is impacted by their early tournament exit.

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01:33:37

That's All, Folks (03/21/21)

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2021/03/21

And just like that, it's over. Illinois' season ends in heartbreaking fashion to Loyola Chicago in a game that was never truly in doubt. Mike Carpenter, Trevor Vallese and Isaac Ambrose react during the second half and try to process the finality of a remarkable Illini basketball season.

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01:00:21

Dragonslayers (03/19/21)

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2021/03/19

Ayo Dosunmu and the Illini make quick work of the Drexel Dragons with a dominant 79-48 win in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Mike Carpenter and Isaac Ambrose react during an impressive 2nd half and look ahead to potential matchups in the second round.

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01:07:07

It's Been a Lon Time (03/17/21)

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2021/03/17

It's been eight years since Illini basketball made the tournament, and Mike Carpenter is ready to tip things off. He's joined by Lon Tay (The Drive on ESPN 93.5, Tay & Carp, Tay & J Show) as they discuss Illinois' chances, what makes this team different than the '05 squad, and what a national title would do for the fanbase.

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49:33

Victory Monday (03/15/21)

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2021/03/15

24 hours after the Illini clinched the Big Ten Championship and a 1-seed in the NCAA Tournament, Mike Carpenter reflects on the team's remarkable run. Later, he discusses the stellar performances from Illinois' supporting cast, and why - despite some tough draws - fans should be optimistic for a national title run.

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54:19

Selection Sunday Special (03/14/21)

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2021/03/14

Moments after the Illini wrapped up the Big Ten Tournament Championship, the Selection Show was underway. Mike Carpenter, Trevor Vallese and Isaac Ambrose react during the unveiling of the 68-team field, and discussed which teams in Illinois' bracket pose the biggest challenges to a Final Four appearance.

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01:30:36

The Champs Are Here (03/14/21)

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2021/03/14

The Illini got their banner in a thrilling (and at times, excruciating) 91-88 overtime win over Ohio State in the Big Ten Tournament Final. Mike Carpenter, Trevor Vallese and Isaac Ambrose react during the back-and-forth affair in which Illinois somehow, someway got the hard-fought victory against the Buckeyes on Championship Sunday.

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01:17:02

Gold Hawk Down (03/13/21)

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2021/03/13

The Illini advance to the Big Ten Tournament Finals with a thrilling 82-71 win over the Iowa Hawkeyes. Kofi ate, Ayo was Ayo, and Curbelo dunked (twice!) as they won their third straight against their heated rival. Mike Carpenter and Trevor Vallese react during an exciting second half.

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01:16:12

Friday Knight Lights (03/12/21)

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2021/03/13

The Illini make an impressive debut in the Big Ten Tournament with a 90-68 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Ayo Dosunmu led the way with 23 points, while the supporting cast shined in the blowout. Mike Carpenter, Trevor Vallese and Isaac Ambrose react during a nutty second half.

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52:49

New Beginnings (03/10/21)

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2021/03/10

Mike Carpenter turns the page from Big Ten regular-season title talk to the conference tournament . . . but not before settling some scores! He discusses Josh Whitman's letter, Kevin Warren's incompetence, and Michigan writers and fan's numbskullery. Finally, he gives his reasons for optimism as Illini basketball heads into the stretch run.

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01:15:14

Eight Days a Week (03/07/21)

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2021/03/07

Eight days, three massive wins. Mike Carpenter reflects on the week that was for the Illini, capped off by a 1-seed clincher in Columbus. Later, he catches up with Sean Harrington about this Illinois team heading into the Big Ten Tournament.

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01:34:09

One-derwood (03-06-21)

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2021/03/06

Four years into his tenure, Brad Underwood's Illini secure a 1-seed with a monster win at Ohio State. Mike Carpenter and Trevor Vallese react to an up-and-down second half, featuring late-game heroics from a masked Ayo and a superstar turn from Andre Curbelo. (Oh, and Isaac Ambrose pops in for a quick "LET'S GOOOOOO!")

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47:25

A-Maize-ing (03/03/21)

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2021/03/03

It's the day after a monumental Illini basketball win, and Mike Carpenter is still struggling to comprehend what just happened. He discusses the impressive performance, Trent Frazier's big moment, Underwood mentioning "national title", and yes - how sweet it is to kick Michigan's butt.

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