Podward State

Frankly, you’re going to want to tune into this one, folks.

On the latest episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham, Shannon Smith, and Connor Krause are joined by two Penn State alums and former Oscar Mayer Wienermobile drivers (read: hotdoggers), All-American Ashley (Ashley Ferrara) and Relish Rachel (Rachel Aul).

Before the interview kicks off, Charlie Pegler reads some headlines with Hailey Stutzman, Teagan Staudenmeier, and Tobey Prime. The crew discusses the upcoming Hulu series about the death of Timothy Piazza, Penn State hoops’ “Shrews’ Slamma Jamma,” and their review of the beer sales in Beaver Stadium.

Next, Relish Rachel and All-American Ashley hop on the call to chat with our hosts. Throughout the interview, the hotdoggers talk about their time at Penn State, how they ended up driving the Wienermobile, and what they learned from the ~unique~ experience. They also spill some Wienermobile secrets and crack plenty of hot dog jokes.

To wrap up the show, Krause is joined by Keeley Lamm and Mara McKeon to discuss the latest happenings in the world of Penn State sports.

Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube during Penn State’s fall and spring semesters. Each episode features discussions with guests about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.

Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…

Grace Cunningham - Host
Shannon Smith - Host
Connor Krause - Host
Hailey Stutzman - Editor 
Charlie Pegler - Headlines host
Teagan Staudenmeier - Headlines
Mara McKeon - Sports
Keeley Lamm - Sports
Tobey Prime - Headlines
Mikey DeAngelis

On this week’s episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham, Connor Krause, and Shannon Smith, along with guest host Tobey Prime, are joined by Penn State men’s basketball head coach Micah Shrewsberry.

The gang chats with Shrewsberry about his playing career at Hanover College, his relationship with NBA stars like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, his presence around campus, and more. We even get to hear about Shrewberry’s favorite binge-worthy television shows.

Next, Penn State Homecoming’s executive director, Tim Nevil, joins the crew in the studio. Nevil discusses the events we can expect at this year’s celebration, what Homecoming means to him, and more.

Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube during Penn State’s fall and spring semesters. Each episode features discussions with guests about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.

Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…

Grace Cunningham - Host
Shannon Smith - Host
Connor Krause - Host
Hailey Stutzman - Editor
Charlie Pegler
Teagan Staudenmeier
Mara McKeon
Keeley Lamm
Tobey Prime - Guest Host
Mikey DeAngelis

On this week's episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Shannon Smith are joined by Penn State alum and Indianapolis Colts cheerleader MacLaine Funsch.

Throughout the episode, Funsch discusses her favorite Penn State memories, transitioning from the Lionettes to Whiplash Dance Team, the culture shock of moving from the East Coast to the Midwest, her experience with the Colts, and more.

The full crew will be back next week with all the headlines and sports updates from the past few weeks.

Hosts:
Grace Cunningham
Shannon Smith

Associate Producer:
Shannon Smith

Editor:
Hailey Stutzman

Songs Used:
Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller
HISTORY - Joel Corry & Becky Hill

On this week’s episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham, Connor Krause, and Shannon Smith are joined by former Penn State linebacker Michael Mauti.

Before the interview kicks off, Charlie Pegler reads some headlines with Hailey Stutzman, Keeley Lamm, and Mara McKeon. The crew discusses the possibility of alcohol sales in Beaver Stadium, an alleged YikYak bomb threat, and Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity’s suspension.

Next, Mauti hops on the call to chat with our hosts. Throughout the interview, the Nittany Lion talks about his recruiting journey, his role models on the team, and what it was like to see his teammates wear “42” on their helmets in his honor. He also discusses his NFL career and his role in creating “Saving The Roar,” a documentary about the 2012 Penn State football team.

Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…
Hosts:
Grace Cunningham
Shannon Smith
Connor Krause

Executive Producer:
Grace Cunningham

Associate Producers:
Shannon Smith
Connor Krause

Audio Technician:
Tobey Prime

Editor:
Hailey Stutzman

Contributors:
Teagan Staudenmeier
Mara McKeon
Keeley Lamm

Headlines:
Charlie Pegler

Graphics:
Mikey Deangelis

Founders:
Matthew Ogden
Matt Paolizzi
Mitch Stewart

Music:
“Stranglehold" — Ted Nugent
“Hole In My Pocket” — Mac Miller

On this week’s episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham, Shannon Smith, and Connor Krause are joined by the staff to introduce season 7.

Charlie Pegler reads the headlines of the week with Hailey Stutzman, Tobey Prime, Mikey Deangelis, and Teagan Staudenmeier. They discuss the new Penn State Lululemon collection, performers coming to the Bryce Jordan Center, and more.
Connor Krause is joined by Keeley Lamm and Mara Mckeon to discuss the sports of the week.

To close out the show, Cunningham recaps the episode with Smith and Krause.
Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube. Each will feature discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.


Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…

Hosts:
Grace Cunningham
Shannon Smith
Connor Krause


Executive Producer:
Grace Cunningham

Associate Producers:
Shannon Smith
Connor Krause

Audio Technician:
Tobey Prime

Editor:
Hailey Stutzman

Contributors:
Teagan Staudenmeier
Mara McKeon
Keeley Lamm

Headlines:
Charlie Pegler

Graphics:
Mikey Deangelis


Founders:
Matthew Ogden
Matt Paolizzi
Mitch Stewart


Music:
“Higher Power” — Coldplay
“Rise” — Herb Alpert
“Hole In My Pocket” — Mac Miller

On this week’s episode of Podward State, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by the staff to interview their moms for a Mother’s Day special. Throughout their segment, the mothers talk about their favorite childhood memories of their child, their accomplishments, and more.

To close out the show, Cunningham is joined by Samuel Brungo, Will Pegler, and Jordan Mansberger for their final episode.

Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube. Each will feature discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.

Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…

Hosts: Samuel Brungo, Grace Cunningham

Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo

Associate Producers: Grace Cunningham, Will Pegler

Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger

Editor: Hailey Stutzman

Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, Charlie Pegler, Teagan Staudenmeier, Mara McKeon, Keeley Lamm

Founders: Matthew Ogden, Matt Paolizzi, Mitch Stewart

Music:

“Sweet Child O’ Mine” — Guns N Roses

“Mom” — Meghan Trainor

“Hole In My Pocket” — Mac Miller

On this week’s episode of Podward State,  hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Will Pegler and Connor Krause to interview Jay Paterno. Throughout their segment, Jay talks about his time coaching, his role as a Penn State Trustee, The Paterno Legacy, and more.

To close out the show, Brungo and Cunningham chat with each member of our team to better get to know them and have some fun.

Stay tuned for next week for our season finale.

Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube. Each will feature discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.

Podward State is dutifully produced by Onward State’s all-student staff, including…

Hosts: Samuel Brungo, Grace Cunningham

Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo

Associate Producers: Grace Cunningham, Will Pegler

Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger

Editor: Hailey Stutzman

Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, Charlie Pegler, Teagan Staudenmeier, Mara McKeon, Keeley Lamm

Founders: Matthew Ogden, Matt Paolizzi, Mitch Stewart

Music:

“Gimme Shelter” — The Rolling Stones

“Hole In My Pocket” — Mac Miller

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Samuel Brungo are joined by Hailey Stutzman and Charlie Pegler to go over some Penn State headlines.

After our headlines, our hosts are joined by Will Pegler to sit down in the studio with former Penn State defensive tackle and current Chief Athlete Officer for Limitless NIL, Aeneas Hawkins to talk about his career at Penn State, James Franklin, the world of NIL, and more.

Finally, to close out the show, Connor Krause covers all things Penn State sports with Keeley Lamm and Mara McKeon. 

Host(s): Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham
Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo
Associate Producer(s): Grace Cunningham and Will Pegler
Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger
Editor: Hailey Stutzman
Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, Charlie Pegler, Teagan Staudenmeier, Keeley Lamm, and Mara McKeon
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Samuel Brungo are joined by Teagan Staudenmeier and Shannon Smith to go over some Penn State headlines.

After our headlines, Will Pegler, Mara McKeon, and Jordan Mansberger sit down in the studio with 2X National Champion Wrestler Nick Lee to talk about his career at Penn State, Cael Sanderson, NIL, and more.

Finally, to close out the show, Hailey Stutzman covers all things Penn State sports with Keeley Lamm and Mara McKeon. 

Before we left, we had a few of our friends stop by, Tom Agudo, Anna Camden, Aeneas Hawkins, and Brad Kraut. They talked to us for a minute about their new NIL Agency, Limitless, and more.

Host(s): Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham
Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo
Associate Producer(s): Grace Cunningham and Will Pegler
Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger
Editor: Hailey Stutzman
Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, Charlie Pegler, Teagan Staudenmeier, Keeley Lamm, and Mara McKeon
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart

On this week’s episode of Podward State, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Hailey Stutzman and Teagan Staudenmeier to cover some of the headlines across campus and downtown with the help of Jordan Mansberger, Shannon Smith, and Charlie Pegler.

Next, Sam and Grace are joined by Will Pegler to interview Penn State Lady Lion's star, Anna Camden. She tells us about her recruiting journey, her success on social media, being a woman in sports, and how NIL has changed her college experience. 

Finally, to close out the show, Connor Krause covers all things sports with Keeley Lamm & Mara McKeon. .

Podward State is an Onward State-produced podcast that releases weekly episodes on Spotify and YouTube. Each will feature discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, entertainment, and more.

Host(s): Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham
Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo
Associate Producer(s): Grace Cunningham and Will Pegler
Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger
Editor: Hailey Stutzman
Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, Charlie Pegler, and Teagan Staudenmeier, Mara McKeon, Keeley Lamm
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music: Our Song - Taylor Swift, Outta Your Mind - Lil Jon, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller