Podward State

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Samuel Brungo welcome Hailey Stutzman and Jordan Mansberger to go over some Penn State headlines with the help of Will Pegler.

After our headlines, Grace along with Shannon Smith and Charlie Pegler are joined by the CEO & Founder of Taylor Gang and Grammy-nominated producer, Will Dzombak. As a Penn State Alum, Will talks about his passion for music, his time at Penn State, his relationship with Wiz Khalifa, and all of the cool projects that Taylor Gang Entertainment is working on.

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
Music:  Say Yeah - Wiz Khalifa, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Samuel Brungo are joined by Shannon Smith to go over some Penn State headlines with the help of Hailey Stutzman and Jordan Mansberger.

After our headlines, Connor Krause, Will Pegler, and Keeley Lamm are joined in the studio by the King of Delco, Penn State Basketball legend  John Harrar. He tells us about his recruiting journey, flipping his commitment from an Army Football scholarship to a Penn State basketball try-out. From Pat Chambers to Jim Ferry to Micah Shrewsberry, John talks about the different experiences that he has had at Penn State during his 5 years in the program, including the NIT and COVID. 

Finally, to close out the show, Krause and Lamm cover all things sports with Mara McKeon. 
Due to some technical difficulties, some of our camera angles were not available during this episode.

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
Music:  Heart On Ice - Rod Wave, Outskirts of Heaven - Warren Zeiders & Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Grace Cunningham and Samuel Brungo are joined by Charlie Pegler to go over some headlines with Jordan Mansberger, Shannon Smith, Hailey Stutzman, and Teagan Staudenmeier.

Next, our hosts along with Will Pegler interview Penn State Football's All Time passing leader, Trace McSorley. During our conversation, Trace talks about his recruiting journey, some of the highs and lows of his time in Happy Valley, playing with Lamar Jackson, and much more.

To wrap up the show, Connor Krause discusses all things sports with Will Pegler and Keeley Lamm. 

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
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music:  ZOMBIE NATION - KERNKRAFT 400 & Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

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

Next, Grace, alongside with Jordan Mansberger and Connor Krause interview 2013 Penn State Grad, Emily Kaplan, currently covering the NHL for ESPN. She tells us about her journey to Penn State, what her time on campus was like, and some of her favorite stories from work.

To wrap up the show, Sam covers all things Penn State sports alongside Connor Krause and 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
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music: Cut To The Feeling - Carly Rae Jepsen, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

Podward State is back after a one week break! On this episode, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Charlie Pegler to interview former Penn State Football captain and special teamer, Jordan Stout.

Jordan talks about his recruiting journey that landed him at his home state school of Virginia Tech, and the decision to transfer to Penn State after his first year. After being names a captain, he told us about what an honor that was and the impact that Blake Gillikin had on him. We covered plenty more topics with Stout, including some of his favorite memories, the Senior Bowl, Jake Pinegar, the Iowa fans, and of course, his hair.

To wrap up the show, Grace is joined by Shannon Smith, Jordan Mansberger, Hailey Stutzman, Keeley Lamm, and Mara McKeon to talk about some of the headlines from the last two weeks.

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: Heat Waves - Glass Animals, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

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

Next, our hosts, joined by former host and Podward State founder Matt Ogden, sit down with Class of 2012 Penn State grad Miller McCormick. During our interview, McCormick talks about finding his path as an artist, his time at Penn State, watching his brother, Mac Miller, perform at Bryce Jordan Center, making his album art, and more.

To wrap up the show, Charlie and Will Pegler cover all things Penn State sports alongside Connor 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.

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
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music: Country Roads - Toots & The Maytals, That's Us/Wild Combination - Russell - Arthur Russell, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

On this episode of Podward State, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Jordan Mansberger, Hailey Stutzman, and Teagan Staudenmeier to cover some of the headlines around Penn State and the State College community.

Next, Grace and Hailey, along with Charlie Pegler, interview Penn State Alum and Multimedia Journalist who recently went viral after being hit by a car on live television, Tori Yorgey. 

Yorgey talks about her journey to Penn State, the story of the legendary clip, and how the situation sparked a conversation about the safety of this type of journalist.

To wrap up the show, Charlie and Will Pegler discuss what is new in the sports world with the help of Connor Krause, covering football, volleyball, basketball, hockey, and wrestling

Podward State releases episodes weekly and features discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, and entertainment which will be available on Spotify and YouTube. 

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
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music: Country Roads - John Denver, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

On episode two of our sixth season, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Shannon Smith to read some Penn State headlines with the help of Hailey Stutzman and Teagan Staudenmeier. 

Next, Sam and Grace, along with Will and Charlie Pegler, interview former Penn State Linebacker and captain, Brandon Bell. He tells us about his recruiting journey, playing for Billy O'Brien and James Franklin, and transitioning to life after football.

Finally, to wrap up the show, the Pegler's and Connor Krause talk about all things Penn State sports, including Lady Lions and Mens Basketball, Hockey, and a touch of football.

Podward State releases episodes weekly and features discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, and entertainment which will be available on Spotify and YouTube. 

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
Founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart
Music: thought i was playing - Gunna & 21 Savage, Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller

On the Season 6 Premiere of Podward State, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham are joined by Jordan Mansberger, Shannon Smith and Hailey Stutzman to cover Penn State and State College headlines in the month that we have been gone. 

Next, our hosts along with Will Pegler, interview former Penn State Quarterback and "LION", Tommy Stevens. 

Stevens talks about about his recruiting journey, his time at Penn State, and his decision to enter the transfer portal for his final year.

After transferring to Mississippi State to reunite with Joe Moorhead, Tommy was drafted in the 7th round of the NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints. He tells stories about the locker room and what it was like to play for a handful of different teams.

Finally, to wrap up the show, Will is joined by Connor Krause and Charlie Pegler to recap all things sports, including football, basketball, and hockey.

The show was founded by Matthew Ogden, Matthew Paolizzi, and Mitchell Stewart in 2019. They have covered a plethora of topics and hosted numerous guests including Franco Harris, Tom Verducci, Lisa Salters, Journey Brown, Patrick Chambers, Adam Taliaferro and many more.

Podward State releases episodes weekly and features discussions about all things Penn State, including sports, news, student life, and entertainment which will be available on Spotify and YouTube. 

Host(s): Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham
Executive Producer: Samuel Brungo
Associate Producer(s): Grace Cunningham and Will Pegler
Audio Technician: Jordan Mansberger
Editors: Hailey Stutzman
Contributors: Shannon Smith, Connor Krause, and Charlie Pegler
Music: Don't Stop Me Now - Queen,  Hole in My Pocket - Mac Miller