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Wake Up the Echoes
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Wake Up the Echoes: The Official Show of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, presented by TireRack.com
Wake Up the Echoes is the ultimate podcast destination for dedicated Notre Dame Fighting Irish fans. Hosted by Tony Simeone, this show offers candid and unfiltered conversations with some of the most prominent figures in Notre Dame Athletics. From engaging discussions with Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua and Head Coaches Marcus Freeman, Micah Shrewsberry and Niele Ivey, to insightful discussions with beloved Notre Dame student-athletes and notable alumni, this podcast brings you closer to the heart of the Fighting Irish.
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Episode 78: Tee Time: A Season 3 Send-off With Notre Dame Golf (feat. Pete Bevacqua, Alexsandra Lapple, Breanna Jenco, Jacob Modleski, John Handrigan, Gia Kvaratskhelia)
Mar 2501:16:30Tap to summarizeWe’re shifting gears to the greens for the debut of the highly anticipated Golf Leprechaun—the logo update your weekend bag has been begging for. AD Pete Bevacqua and our golf programs dive into the "Notre Dame Advantage," where student-athletes balance world-class degrees with elite opportunities that range from the hallowed fairways of Augusta to the "one-two punch" of the nation’s best resources. Plus, Tony attempts to convince the actual pros that his 10-finger grip is a legitimate technical innovation (it’s not), while the teams prepare to carry this championship momentum into the spring postseason. We’re closing out the season with a literal trophy haul as Coach Gia Kvaratskhelia and the fencing squad drop by to explain how two more National Championships are just another day at the office for the most dominant brand in college sports. Whether we’re taking a victory lap for the blades or fueling up the jet for the next tournament, this finale is a sharp reminder that at Notre Dame, excellence is the only standard. 00:00 - Intro 02:20 - Pete Bevacqua 15:57 - Subject Matter Expert - Women’s Golf - Alexsandra Lapple, Breanna Jenco 33:32 - Men’s Golf - Jacob Modleski, John Handrigan 59:16 - Tell Me A Story - Gia Kvaratskhelia 1:08:39 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 77: CJ Carr, Jordan Faison & Isaiah Dunn
Mar 1700:45:05Tap to summarizeIt’s the football finale on Wake Up the Echoes, and we’re going out with a high-energy blend of upperclassmen energy and literal sorcery. Our co-host Isaiah Dunn officially hands in his mic after two seasons on the couch, but not before putting on one final show with guests CJ Carr and Jordan Faison. While the group dives into the legacy of the "old heads" who came before them, CJ reveals his true calling as a South Bend wizard by pulling off a magic trick that leaves the studio questioning the laws of physics (and the security of the Heisman trophy?). We wrap up Isaiah's final episode as co-host with the ultimate postseason mantra: "Don’t let the pursuit of your goals diminish the joy of today." It’s been a legendary run for our first co-host—thanks for everything, Isaiah! 00:00:00 Intro 02:19:00 Subject Matter Expert: CJ Carr, Jordan Faison & Isaiah Dunn 26:07:00 Tell Me a Story: CJ Carr, Jordan Faison & Isaiah Dunn 34:05:00 Ask the Host: Tony Simeone & Isaiah Dunn 40:36:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 76: A Notre Dame Fencing Feature (feat. Eszter Muhari, Ahmed Hesham, Gia Kvaratskhelia & Cedric Loiseau)
Mar 1000:51:05Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Wake Up the Echoes, we’re trading the jump shots for parries as Notre Dame Fencing prepares to defend its status as a literal dynasty. Head Coach Gia Kvaratskhelia stops by to talk National Championship prep alongside Cedric Loiseau—a man who carries the nickname "Liezu" (Bird) with such poise that Tony has officially dubbed him the "French Larry Bird." We’re diving into the technical mastery of the Epee, the relentless dominance of a women’s program that treats ACC titles like a light weekend errand, and the mental gymnastics required to balance world-class athletics with South Bend academics. Whether you're here for the elite swordplay or just to see if Cedric can live up to his legendary basketball namesake, this episode is a sharp reminder of why the Irish are the gold standard on the strip. 00:00:00 Intro 02:17:00 Gia Kvaratskhelia & Cedric Loiseau 20:44:21 Eszter Muhari & Ahmed Hesham 32:50:20 Eszter Muhari & Ahmed Hesham 44:47:06 Ask Tony/Outro created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 75: Carson Towt, Matt MacLellan & Micah Shrewsberry
Mar 301:03:46Tap to summarizeIt’s the final men's basketball episode of the season, and we’re packing the couch with enough cinematic drama and postseason momentum to carry the Irish straight through the winter. Coach Micah Shrewsberry joins us from "the boot" to give a massive shoutout to his wife, Molly, for being the ultimate MVP during his rehab, all while keeping his eyes locked on the program's upward trajectory. Then, things get properly theatrical as Carson Towt and Matt MacClellan drop in to relive a Vegas F1 weekend that Carson is convinced was a deleted scene from Mission: Impossible. It's an episode that, with enough conviction, could land some of our players on Peacock's hit show Traitors. Presented by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 74: Iyana Moore, KK Bransford & Niele Ivey
Feb 2400:48:53Tap to summarizeIt’s the final women's basketball episode on this season of Wake Up the Echoes, and we’re going out with high-octane energy and a heavy dose of millennial existential dread. Host Tony Simeone finds himself in a generational gap as he attempts to explain the concept of "burning a CD" to 22-year-olds Iyana Moore and KK Bransford. While Coach Niele Ivey breaks down the championship-level culture being built by this core roster, Iyana Moore takes us into the kitchen to discuss her visceral horror at the concept of caviar (shoutout to Hannah Hidalgo's 21st birthday celebrations after yet another dominant performance) and her deep bond with her father, who taught her to cook at age six. It's been a season of evolution for the women's team, and we're celebrating that growth, grit, and the exciting postseason that awaits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 73: Pete Bevacqua, Madison Rassas, Grace Maroney & Christine Halfpenny
Feb 1700:56:24Tap to summarizeHost Isaiah Dunn brings together the best of Notre Dame legacy and locker room energy in this episode of Wake Up The Echoes. Athletics Director Pete Bevacqua offers a heartfelt look at his father’s influence and the enduring power of the Irish network, while Women’s Lacrosse Head Coach Christine Halfpenny breaks down the strategy behind the team's dominant 4-0 start. To top it off, players Madison Rassas and Grace Maroney join the fun to reveal the secret weapon behind their game-day confidence—Madison’s signature bedazzled hair clips. It’s a perfect blend of tradition, winning streaks, and sideline sparkle. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Catching Up With Pete Bevacqua 23:03 Subject Matter Expert with Madison and Grace 33:48 Tell Me A Story with Madison and Grace 38:26 Convo with HC Christine Halfpenny 50:47 Ask the Host + Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 72: Micaela Kastor, Mickey Winchell, Kris Ganeff, Jack Radel, Drew Berkland, Shawn Stiffler
Feb 1000:55:50Tap to summarizeBuckle up for a marathon doubleheader as Isaiah Dunn officially sits in the host chair to navigate the diamond-side of Notre Dame Athletics. This episode is a must-listen for those currently playing in the "Life Majors" (Coach Stiffler’s term for the "Big Leagues" of weddings, promotions, and parenthood). Coach Ganeff stops by to officially recruit Isaiah to the softball hype squad while Micaela Kastor and Mickey Winchell reveal how they turned a five-person Bible study into a campus-wide movement. From lighthearted stories with Jack Radel and Drew Berkland to a deep dive into the legendary Notre Dame alumni network, this episode proves that while the games are on the dirt, the real legacy is built in the dugout. 00:00:00 Intro 00:55:18 Tell Me a Story with Micaela and Mickey 07:09:00 Subject Matter Expert with Micaela and Mickey 17:34:06 Catching up with Kris Ganeff 28:56:04 Top Ranked Players with Jack and Drew 32:47:10 Tell me a Story with Jack and Drew 41:7:14 Catching up with Shawn Stiffler 50:11:18 Ask the Host + Outro created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 71: Ryder Frost & Micah Shrewsberry
Feb 300:49:28Tap to summarizeIs Ryder Frost ready to officially unleash the "shivers" celebration on the ACC? The freshman sharpshooter joins the booth to discuss his "icy" persona and the "snowflakes" video board graphic that could give Logan Imes’ "limes" a run for its money. But this episode isn't just about the range; we’re diving into the locker room’s unofficial "Film Club," reviewing the team’s group trip to see Marty Supreme and debating an eclectic list of must-watch classics—from the gritty streets of The Departed to the pure 90s nostalgia of Cool Runnings . Plus, we reopen some deep-seated sports memories as Massachusetts-native Frost and Seattle-bred Tony Simeone relive the Malcolm Butler interception that still haunts (or thrills) their respective hometowns. It’s all about that New England-to-South-Bend pipeline. 00:00:00 Intro 02:33:27 Ryder Frost Joins the Set 15:03:04 Subject Matter Expert with Ryder Frost & Micah Shrewsberry 25:41:12 Tell Me a Story with Ryder & Micah 41:08:19 Ask Tony & Outro created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 70: Cass Prosper, KK Bransford & Niele Ivey
Jan 2700:49:01Tap to summarizeTwenty-five years since the 2001 Title—feeling nostalgic? Coach Niele Ivey joins the booth to bridge the gap between that legendary run and the current era of defensive havoc being wreaked by the record-shattering Hannah Hidalgo. Cass Prosper and KK Bransford stop by to discuss how to cook on and off the court. From the science of the 1:00 AM bedtime to the importance of letting every player be their authentic self in the locker room, we’re diving into the culture that keeps this program elite. 00:00 Intro 01:35 Niele Ivey 19:20 Subject Matter Expert: Cass Prosper & KK Bransford 33:19 Tell Me a Story: Cass Prosper & KK Bransford 42:51 Ask Tony & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 69: Pete Bevacqua & Pat Garrity
Jan 2000:48:40Tap to summarizeCould a regular person score on Victor Wembanyama in 50 tries? NBA vet Pat Garrity joins the booth to officially crush your driveway-hoop dreams before we dive into the high-stakes world of the 2026 collegiate landscape with AD Pete Bevacqua. We’re navigating the "Wild West" of NIL with Notre Dame’s "North Star" as our guide, making the case that a degree in South Bend is the ultimate hedge against a four-school-in-four-year portal tour. Between the business talk, we’re hitting peak millennial "Dad-mode": debating the merits of sous vide Tomahawks vs. the traditional grill, reminiscing about the glorious Rasheed Wallace era of the NBA, and giving host Tony Simeone the floor to defend his passionately held (and highly specific) theory on why Topo Chico bubbles are objectively superior. It’s a masterclass in sports leadership with steak-grilling tips to help you win your next tailgate before you cheer on the Irish. 00:00 Intro 02:27 Bevacqua & Pat Garrity 29:42 Subject Matter Expert 35:38 Tell Me a Story 42:02 Ask Tony & Outro created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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