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The UM Hoops Podcast

Dylan Burkhardt, Eric Shapiro

Booking Overview

This is a college basketball analysis show focused on Michigan, the Big Ten, roster construction, coaching, recruiting, and major developments across the sport; it alternates regular host analysis with occasional external journalists and basketball experts. Suitable pitches include college basketball reporters, analysts, coaches, recruiting experts, and professionals with timely insight into roster-building or NCAA developments. Booking difficulty is low to medium because the show regularly features accessible sports-media experts rather than only nationally prominent figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 258

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 3.5k subscribers

Instagram: 17.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

umhoops@gmail.com

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Host

Dylan Burkhardt - Founder of UMHoops.com and a Michigan basketball analyst covering the Wolverines and the broader college basketball landscape.

Eric Shapiro - Basketball analyst providing recurring analysis of Michigan basketball, the Big Ten, and college basketball.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
College basketball journalists, analysts, coaches, recruiting specialists, or other experts with direct knowledge of Michigan, the Big Ten, roster construction, coaching, or NCAA developments.
Required Achievements:  
Professional role covering college basketball for a sports-media outlet, Established expertise in Michigan, Big Ten, recruiting, roster construction, or college basketball rules

Recent Guest Discussions

Isaac Trotter - The Five-in-five Rule, Michigan's Roster, Kenny Noland, Roster Upside, And Big Ten Developments.

Recent Topics

Sports, College Basketball, Michigan Basketball, Big Ten Basketball, Basketball Recruiting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The UM Hoops Podcast
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What we’ve learned from Michigan’s first two exhibitions

October 18, 2026

Michigan is 2-0 in exhibition play after wins over Eastern Michigan and Oregon State. Dylan and Eric break down the Wolverines’ preseason KenPom rating, early takeaways from both games, standout performances from key contributors, how the rotation and depth are shaping up, and what to watch in the final tune-up against Houston. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan basketball (exhibition) season is here: expectations, the rotation and how this team will play

October 06, 2026

Dylan and Eric are back to turn the page to the 2026-27 season. They discuss expectations for this roster, Brandon McCoy Jr.'s injury, and the eligibility of Roddy Gayle and Kenny Noland, then dive into what this team might look like on both ends of the floor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Isaac Trotter dives into five-in-five, Michigan's roster and the Big Ten

August 20, 2026

CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter joins Dylan to break down the five-in-five rule, Michigan's roster and the Big Ten at large. They dig into how five-in-five is reshaping the sport — and what it means for Michigan with Kenny Noland now in the fold — before examining what will determine this roster's upside. Then they wrap with a handful of Big Ten quick hitters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The UM Hoops Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The UM Hoops Podcast?

The UM Hoops Podcast is hosted by Dylan Burkhardt and Eric Shapiro. Its publicly listed email is umhoops@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The UM Hoops Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The UM Hoops Podcast: umhoops@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The UM Hoops Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The UM Hoops Podcast reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The UM Hoops Podcast?

The UM Hoops Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: College basketball journalists, analysts, coaches, recruiting specialists, or other experts with direct knowledge of Michigan, the Big Ten, roster construction, coaching, or NCAA developments. Common among recent guests: Professional role covering college basketball for a sports-media outlet; Established expertise in Michigan, Big Ten, recruiting, roster construction, or college basketball rules. Recent guests include Isaac Trotter.

How hard is it to get booked on The UM Hoops Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The UM Hoops Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, College Basketball, Michigan Basketball, Big Ten Basketball, and Basketball Recruiting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

umhoops@gmail.com

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