Lion Legacy

By Penn State Alums Jared Melzer & Ross Weisbrot

The Lion Legacy podcast uncovers stories of Penn State University alumni and their compelling professional and personal journeys. Founded by 2004 graduates and great friends - Jared Melzer and Ross We... more

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How many episodes does Lion Legacy have?

The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.

Lion Legacy episodes:

April 22, 2022 Richie Tevlin, Head Brewer - Victory Brewing Company (#40)
2015 Penn State graduate Richie Tevlin loves beer - not only drinking it like many of us, but brewing it too. As Head Brewer at Victory Brewing Company, Richie runs the recently opened Victory Brewing Taproom in the heart of Philadelphia. Crack open a cold one and enjoy the episode with Richie as he talks about his career and the beer industry!
Jump right in:
(6:37) - About Victory Brewing
(7:30) - Being a Head Brewer
(8:32) - Getting into the industry
(13:23) - The process
(17:32) - Victory Brewing's distribution
(19:49) - Student Question of the Episode presented by The Daily Collegian: Naming the beers
(23:58) - Richie's Victory Brewing recommendation
(25:40) - Brew Forward mission
(27:42) - The future for Victory Brewing and Richie
(29:30) - The rise of craft beer
(31:38) - Lion's Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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41min
March 26, 2022 Gail Ramsay, US Squash Hall of Famer & Head Squash Coach at Princeton University (#39)
1980 Penn State graduate Gail Ramsay is one of the most decorated squash athletes and coaches in the world. Her numerous accolades have earned her a spot as a member of the 2022 US Squash Hall of Fame class. In this episode, Gail shares about her illustrious coaching career and desired legacy.
Jump right in:
(7:33) - Differences between squash and racquetball
(10:02) - Attributes of a good squash player
(11:00) - Recruiting squash athletes
(12:15) - Coaching highlights
(15:53) - Coaching style
(18:19) - Student Question of the Episode presented by The Daily Collegian: Name, Image and Likeness
(21:04) - Growing the sport's popularity in the US
(23:00) - Playing on the World Tour
(24:28) - Title IX and women's sports
(27:14) - Her legacy
(29:21) - Lion's Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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38min
March 10, 2022 Mike McHugh - GimpyGlobetrotter.com (#38)
2012 Penn State graduate Mike McHugh is a world traveler! He documents his travels on his blog GimpyGlobetrotter.com, where he also shares living with a condition that affects the tendons in his legs. Mike is a true inspiration - he has a strong mentality and believes there's nothing he can't achieve. We also learn about his unwavering love for Penn State and Penn State football.
Jump right in:
(5:21) - Living with arthrogryposis
(7:01) - Passion for traveling
(9:00) - His unstoppable mindset
(11:28) - Travel experiences
(18:25) Using the word "gimpy" for his blog
(19:14) - Dealing with bullying
(21:05) - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Mentorship
(22:36) - Working at JP Morgan Chase
(24:44) - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
This podcast was produced by Penn State student Haley Travisano, in partnership with Professor Katie O'Toole's Podcast class.
Learn more at GimpyGlobetrotter.com.
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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39min
February 26, 2022 Olivier Noel, MD/PhD and Founder - DNAsimple (#37)
2021 Penn State grad (MD/PhD) Olivier Noel is a lifelong learner! While in grad school, Noel founded DNAsimple, a company that helps streamline the way researchers obtain patient samples for scientific studies. He appeared on the prestigious Shark Tank show and shares his experience of winning over one of the Sharks (listen to find out which one). Noel is now at Yale University doing his residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
Jump right in:
(10:02) - Time at Yale
(10:43) - Choosing plastic surgery
(13:17) - Launching DNAsimple
(18:53) - Shark Tank experience
(23:18) - Future vision of DNAsimple
(23:52) - Student question of the episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Moving from Haiti to Queens, NYC
(28:00) - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
This podcast was produced by Penn State student Mallory Reiter, in partnership with Professor Katie O'Toole's Podcast class.
Learn more at DNAsimple.org.
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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37min
February 12, 2022 Rashanna Moss, CEO & Mental Performance Coach - Modern Muse (#36)
2002 and 2005 Penn State graduate, Rashanna Moss, has dedicated her life to helping athletes, coaches and business executives attain new levels of greatness. From the Penn State football team to Nike to Pure Barre, Rashanna now owns her own business, Modern Muse. After listening to this episode, you will certainly have a new appreciation for mental coaching and performance!
Jump right into:
(6:38) - Helping athletes and acoaches
(13:14) - Working with corporations
(17:29) - Favorite stories of working with clients
(26:28) - Going from good to great
(27:58) - Developing a passion for mental performance coaching
(32:23) - Collegiate athletes going from high school to college
(34:42) - Working with the Penn State Football Team
(38:28) - The evolution of the industry
(40:55) - Her role as a Perceptual Analyst at Nike
(44:37) - Advice to entrepreneurs
(45:42) - Lions Den presented by Lions Pride: Penn State Experience
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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55min
December 30, 2021 Dave Wurtzel, Founder and Executive Director - The First Twenty (#35)
1989 Penn State graduate, Dave Wurtzel, is a hero among heroes! Not only is he a firefighter, he also created The First Twenty, a non-profit committed to the health and wellness of first responders. Dave brings the energy and passion with a touch of comedy to the episode. A special thank you to Dave and all the first responders who continue to keep us and our communities safe.
Jump right into:
(6:30) - The idea of The First Twenty
(12:30) - Building the foundation
(19:01) - The meaning of spiritual resilience
(24:29) - Working with first responders
(26:30) - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: The inspiration to become a firefighter
(30:02) - Battling a fire
(33:57) - Stories of impact
(36:51) - Advice to future first responders
(37:59) - Key takeaways
(40:39) - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
This podcast was produced by Penn State student Julia McGinty, in partnership with Professor Katie O'Toole's Podcast class.
Learn more at TheFirstTwenty.org.
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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51min
December 23, 2021 E.J. Johnston, Founder & CEO - 3ICE (#34)
1995 Penn State graduate, E.J. Johnston is creating the most electrifying hockey league tour - 3ICE. Set to debut in the summer of 2022, E.J. tells us about how he came up with the idea and the differences compared to traditional hockey leagues. We also dive into his career journey and time spent in the fashion and entertainment industries.
Jump right into:
(5:08) - 3ICE background
(14:03) - Success in the first year
(16:09) - 3ICE tour locations
(18:08) - Growing up in a hockey family
(20:54) - Career background in sports, fashion and entertainment
(27:26) - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Advice for entrepreneurs in the sports business industry
(28:30): Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
This podcast was produced by Penn State student Zach Gershman, in partnership with Professor Katie O'Toole's Podcast class.
Learn more at 3ICE.com.
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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37min
November 25, 2021 Michal Naisteter, Matchmaker (#33)
2006 Penn State graduate Michal Naisteter is a modern day matchmaker. It's easy to see how Michal's infectious personality and passion for meeting and connecting people help people go from first dates to marriage. Michal also talks about the importance of teaching children about human sexuality earlier on in their lives, as well as her favorite food in State College!
Jump right in:
8:23 - The role of a professional matchmaker
12:00 - Perspective on the online dating apps
12:39 - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Favorite matchmaking story
19:15 - Advice to single people
22:06 - Finding her match
24:03 - Sex Positive Mama
26:57 - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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39min
November 11, 2021 Steve Moyer and Danielle Stemple - Lions Pride (#32)
1992 Penn State grad Steve Moyer and 2008 grad Danielle Stemple are two of the main people behind our favorite Penn State retailer, Lions Pride. Beyond being a great partner of Lion Legacy, we wanted to learn about what it takes to operate a small business in a college town. Steve and Danielle also provide some great insights on how they work with Penn State and the licensing department to bring apparel to you and all Penn Staters.
Jump right in:
5:15 - Surviving the pandemic as a small business
8:46 - How Lions Pride got started
13:18 - Danielle's start in retail
15:32 - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Biggest change in business over time
18:49 - Lions Pride vs. the competition
23:22 - The buying process
27:21 - Opinions on having different logos and colors
32:29 - Advice for opening a small business in a college town
35:31 - The future of Lions Pride
37:30 - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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49min
October 21, 2021 Justin King, Owner - L.I.G. Sports (#31)
2007 Penn State graduate Justin King is one of the top cornerbacks in Penn State football history. After a career in the NFL, Justin jumped right into the sports business industry and recently started his own company, L.I.G. Sports. In this episode, Justin talks about his new venture, his thoughts on college football and the NFL, and of course, his time playing for the Nittany Lions.
Jump right into:
(6:30) - The offerings of L.I.G. Sports
(11:27) - The potential for another football league
(14:16) - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: Preparing for life outside of a professional athlete
(18:05) - Advice to student-athletes today who can get paid for their Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)
(20:35) - The one thing he'd change about college football and the NFL today
(24:10) - The influence of his stepfather and current Penn State Associate Football Coach Terry Smith
(26:05) - Lions Den presented by Lions Pride: Penn State Experience
Show off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.
Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.
Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLink.
Lion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.com
Special thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.
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36min

FAQs about Lion Legacy:

How many episodes does Lion Legacy have?

The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.