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November 09, 2023 The Lions Den: Ep. 9 | Riley Thompson on Living in Australia, Penn State Conditioning & PSU's Atmosphere | The Lions Den
Penn State Football Player, Riley Thompson, joins Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Riley Thompson talks about growing up in Australia, some of the biggest shocks of living in America, the PSU atmosphere and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!
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The Lions Den is co-hosted by former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins and current players Nick Dawkins and Jerry Cross. The show is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.
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CHAPTERS
00:00-Intro
01:25-Coming to America
07:46-Australian wildlife
12:08-The Outback
14:42-Getting into football
17:27- AFL & Rugby
21:00-Maryland game
22:44-FAU to PSU
25:05-Australian kicking style
27:54-Conditioning
38:38-Rugby physicality
41:47-Australian stereotypes
48 min
November 08, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 12 | Jason Cabinda On The Michigan Matchup, Sign-Stealing Scandal & Playing For Dan Campbell
Jason Cabinda joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Jason Cabinda talks about his time with the Detroit Lions, having Dan Campbell as a coach, and some of his best memories from his time playing football at Penn State. Cabinda and the boys also discuss the sign-stealing scandal rocking the college football world and how the Nittany Lions are looking heading into the Michigan game. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00-Intro
03:28-Detroit Lions / Dan Campbell
08:48-PSU State of the Union / O-Line
14:00-Maryland game
19:33-Sign Stealing Scandal
31:42-Michigan game
38:47-Team Mentality
41:30-Tyler Warren
43:10-Key factors
48:00-Mailbag questions
59 min
November 01, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 11 | Christian Hackenberg & Michael Mauti On The Ohio State Loss, James Franklin & Penn State’s CFP Hopes
Michael Mauti joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. The boys talk about the consequences of the Ohio State loss, recap last weekend's game against Indiana, and break down Penn State's path to the CFP with the season nearing the halfway point. Christian & Brandon also offer some analysis on James Franklin's coaching style and what changes need to be made for Penn State to be a legitimate title contender. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00-Intro
01:16-Michael Mauti Interview
33:11-Mid-Season Takeaways
50:41-Breaking Down Indiana Game
52:47-What Adjustments Need to be Made?
01:03:32-Student Section & James Franklin
1 hr 12 min
October 25, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 10 | DaeSean Hamilton on The Loss Against OSU, Where PSU Fell Short, & Advice For The Rest of The Season
DaeSean Hamilton joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys break down the OSU vs PSU game, where the offense and defense fell short, and the key moments that led to the devastating loss. DaeSean also offers some veteran advice to the current players who have a long season ahead of them. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
CHAPTERS
00:00-Intro
04:01-2014 OSU Whiteout
09:24-Drew Allar's Performance
23:00-Offensive Strategy
26:23-Defensive Performance
29:52-Key Moments
34:55-Closing Thoughts
42:50-Mailbag Questions
56:41-James Franklin in Big Games
1 hr 10 min
October 20, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 9 | Behind Enemy Lines: Former Buckeye Joshua Perry Joins The Pocket to Break Down Penn St vs Ohio St
Joshua Perry joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Joshua Perry breaks down the OSU vs PSU matchup, some keys to success for the offense, and where each team can gain the advantage. Joshua also offers an inside look into how the OSU locker room feels during the week leading up to a rivalry game. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
CHAPTERS
05:27-Favorable Matchups
11:11-Breaking down the defense
14:45-Make or break moments
17:49-Can the offense break through?
19:53-Manny Diaz vs Jim Knowles
23:04-Rivalry week at OSU
32 min
October 19, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 8 | Christian Hackenberg & Penn State Players Talk Ohio State Matchup & Gameplan For Marvin Harrison Jr. | The Pocket
Puff Johnson, Zane Durant, and Dvon Ellies join Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Puff Johnson talks about his transfer portal experience, adjusting to Penn State's Basketball Team, and what it's like playing for Coach Mike Rhoades. Later in the episode, Zane Durant and Dvon Ellies join to talk about the Ohio State matchup, playing for Coach James Franklin, the Nittany Lions' gameplan for Marvin Harrison Jr., Penn State's defensive line performance this season, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
Huge shoutout to Champs Downtown for the helping us host this live show! Thank you to everyone who made it to the event!
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
03:56 - UMass Recap
11:11 - Puff Johnson Interview
35:47 - Zane Durant & Dvon Ellies Interview
55 min
October 18, 2023 The Lions Den: Ep. 8 | Penn State Football Players Preview Ohio State & Reveal Best James Franklin Stories | The Lions Den
Penn State Football Players, Theo Johnson & Kaden Saunders, join Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Theo Johnson & Kaden Saunders talk about their journey to Penn State, playing for Coach James Franklin, what fans can expect from the Ohio State game, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!
Huge shoutout to Champs Downtown for the helping us host this live show! Thank you to everyone who made it to the event!
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The Lions Den is co-hosted by former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins and current players Nick Dawkins and Jerry Cross. The show is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
01:20 - Kaden Saunders’ Journey
05:36 - Theo Johnson’s Journey
08:02 - Adjusting to the Big 10
09:50 - Ohio State Preview
11:04 - Penn State’s Culture
14:03 - Offensive Explosiveness
15:28 - Fan Questions
17:40 - Social Media Negativity & The 1-0 Mentality
25:50 - Fan Questions
38:13 - PSU’ Playbook & T Formation
41:07 - Drew Allar vs. Nick Dawkins
42:58 - Fan Questions
47:39 - Nick Singleton & Kaytron Allen
49:28 - Coaching Staff
52 min
October 12, 2023 The Pocket: Ep. 7 | Adam Breneman Reveals Untold Bill O’Brien Stories & Previews UMass Matchup | The Pocket
Adam Breneman joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Adam Breneman reveals some untold Bill O'Brien stories, previews the UMass matchup, and reflects on his fondest memories with Hack & Brandon during their playing days at Penn State. Adam also offers his take on the current college football landscape, Big 10 expansion, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!
LIVE SHOW w/ PSU legends & current players at Champs Downtown on October 16th from 4:30 - 8pm! More info here: https://bit.ly/champs-liveshow
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The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
04:15 - How Hack Stole AB’s Girlfriend at PSU
11:51 - College Football Landscape
23:22 - Best College Football Rivalries
25:33 - Mario Cristobal’s Blunder
27:46 - UMass Preview
44:59 - Bill O’Brien & Untold Stories
53:35 - Mailbag Monday
1 hr 13 min
October 11, 2023 The Lions Den: Ep. 7 | Tyler Elsdon On Penn State’s LB Room, Overcoming Adversity & Winter Workout Stories | The Lions Den
Penn State LB Tyler Elsdon joins Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Tyler Elsdon discusses Penn State's LB room, overcoming adversity in his college football journey, and even reveals some wild stories from Penn State's winter workouts. Tyler also talks about his military background, mentality on the field, and his welcome to college football moment. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!
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The Lions Den is co-hosted by former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins and current players Nick Dawkins and Jerry Cross. The show is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
01:49 - Tyler’s Military Background
04:19 - Growing Up
08:57 - Coal Region Football
10:32 - Welcome to CFB Moment & Social Media Haters
18:34 - Life Outside of Football
24:00 - LBU
27:41 - Overcoming Adversity
32:06 - Tyler’s Killer Mentality
33:47 - Lessons Learned from College Football
47:40 - Veteran Mentors
53 min
October 05, 2023 The Lions Den: Ep. 6 | Zane Durant On Penn State's D-Line, Manny Diaz, Bye Week Outlook & Adjusting to PSU
Zane Durant joins Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Zane thinks back to his freshman year at Penn State and reflects on how far he's come since then. Zane gives fans an inside look into his relationships with coaching staff, fellow teammates, and the state of Pennsylvania as a whole after growing up in Florida. The boys also share a typical football player diet and budget. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!
LIVE SHOW w/ PSU legends & current players at Champs Downtown on October 16th from 4:30 - 8pm! Buy your VIP ticket here: https://shop.teammercury.io/collections/experiences/products/champs-downtown-x-state-media-live-show-vip-experience
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The Lions Den is co-hosted by former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins and current players Nick Dawkins and Jerry Cross. The show is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network.
For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - Northwestern Recap & Zane’s Recruiting Journey
05:38 - Zane’s Freshman Year
07:58 - Adjusting to Penn State
13:29 - Coaching Staff
16:00 - Learning from Vets
17:20 - Offseason Improvements, D-Line Diet & Monthly Budget
24:36 - Finding Success & D-Line Breakdown
30:31 - Life Outside of Football
32:00 - Bye Week Plan & Watching Film
37:33 - Chuck Losey
38:20 - Finding Purpose & Overcoming Adversity
44:49 - Zane’s X-Factor & Bringing Value
51:38 - PJ Mustipher
53:08 - Welcome to CFB Moment
57 min