Join Sam and Lee as they discuss the National Duals and mostly devolve into talking about how important dual meets are.

In this episode of The Pin 12 Podcast, Sam and Lee sit down with Obe Blanc, head coach of the North Dakota State Bison. From his journey as an NCAA All-American and five-time U.S. National Team member to his rise through the college coaching ranks, Blanc shares how his competitive background shapes the mindset and culture he’s building in Fargo.

They dive into:

• What defines the new era of NDSU Wrestling under his leadership

• How the Bison’s 2025 schedule tests and prepares a young, hungry roster

• The role of mindset, resilience, and “embracing the hard” in daily training

• Recruiting the right athletes for a program built on grit and growth

• Why Fargo’s wrestling community gives NDSU a true home-mat advantage

Whether you’re a wrestling fan, coach, or athlete chasing the next level, this conversation offers a powerful look into what it takes to build a Big 12 contender from the inside out.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your wrestling fix.

Join Sam and Lee as they discuss Big 12 wrestlers at the US Open.

Join Sam and Lee as the discuss belief in yourself, your culture, and the product you put on the mat with Wyoming's head man Mark Branch!

Join Sam and Lee as they discuss the wild transfer portal week that was in the Big 12 and take a look at the US Open entries so far.

Join Sam and Lee as they recap the Big 12's performance at the NCAA Tournament!

Plus some breaking transfer news.

Join Sam and Lee as they take a look at the Big 12 wrestlers that can make some noise at the NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia!

Action starts on Thursday at 11am CDT on ESPNU and ESPN+!

Join Sam and Lee as they discuss one of the most exciting Big 12 tournaments in recent memory!

Join Sam and Lee as they preview the deepest Big 12 Wrestling Championship of all-time!

Join Sam and Lee as they take a look at the action in Big 12 Wrestling!