This week we head to the Collegiate Marching Band Festival 2025 in Allentown, PA — where more than 3,000 performers from 20 college and university marching bands brought their traditions, styles, and energy to J. Birney Crum Stadium.

Nicole Younger and Bill “Woody” Woodward sit down with Kelly Gumble of Vivace Productions, who shares her 32 Count Life Story and takes us behind the scenes of how Collegiate has grown into one of the marching arts’ favorite annual traditions. Woody also takes us into the lot for exclusive interviews with bands and staff, and Stephen McCarrick stops by to show off his Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Ring.

We wrap things up the OAWB way — with Water We Doing?! rants and Gush & Go shoutouts straight from the Collegiate community.

🔥 Inside This Episode

• Guest Spotlight: Kelly Gumble on her 32 Count Life Story, the festival’s 30-year history, and the traditions that make Collegiate unique (including the sousaphone circle).
• Lot Coverage: Woody’s interviews with collegiate performers and staff capture the vibe from the sidelines.
• Special Visit: Stephen McCarrick shares the story of his Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Ring.
• Water We Doing?! Nicole, Woody, Kelly, and Collegiate voices sound off on equipment, heat, and band quirks.
• Gush & Go: Shoutouts from Kelly, Woody, and Collegiate guests celebrating wins, birthdays, and band pride.

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