It's the week we've all been waiting for: The College Football Playoff is here and SO ARE THE IRISH! Whether you've been rolling with Notre Dame since birth, just discovered yourself a new team to cheer on in the CFP, or find yourself somewhere in between, we welcome you all the same. If you're heading to the game, GET LOUD! If you're cheering from your living room, GET LOUD!! If your Indiana Hoosiers friend invited you over to watch the game together, (rethink your choice of friends and) GET LOUD!!! It's the first-ever College Football Playoff game to be played in Notre Dame Stadium, and there's nothing that goes better with Notre Dame than storied history. LET'S GO IRISH!

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Buckle up for this week's episode of Wake Up The Echoes where we tackle the whirlwind that is National Signing Day fueled by Gatorade. 1000+ days in the making, Marcus Freeman and Chad Bowden are busy assembling an Avengers-level roster of elite student-athletes, setting the stage for Notre Dame Football’s epic future. We’ll break down the buzz surrounding the incoming class, the excitement for the first-ever home College Football Playoff game at Notre Dame Stadium, and what it takes to build a playoff-caliber team. This episode is equal parts gridiron strategy and Gatorade-fueled hype—and we hope to see you on December 20th there under the lights in the House That Rockne Built.

What do you get when you mix our first-ever live show, a buzzing crowd at Brothers Bar & Grill, and hoops season officially underway? An unforgettable night. With appearances from hoops stars like Hannah Hidalgo, Niele Ivey, Markus Burton, and Micah Shrewsberry, Wake Up the Echoes LIVE! was a slam dunk (yeah, we said it), featuring Hannah Hidalgo, Niele Ivey, Markus Burton, and Micah Shrewsberry, electric vibes, and just enough prizes to keep it interesting. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made it a night to remember. Who knows? Maybe we'll have to run it back...

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Coach Niele Ivey’s fast-paced Notre Dame Women's Basketball squad is back after making the scoreboard sing this weekend and racking up over 100 points like they’re just getting warmed up! Maddy Westbeld joins as the new co-host, bringing her A-game on and off the mic, while international phenom Cassandre Prosper gets a shoutout for making her Olympic dreams a reality. And just when you think it couldn’t get better, Kayla "KMAC" McBride drops in to dish on everything from her pro playdays to throwback memories from her days hooping with the Irish. It’s all hoops, health, and high energy—don’t miss a minute!

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On this week’s episode, guest-host Isaiah Dunn is absolutely killing it as we dish with Marcus Freeman and Howard Cross III on everything from football to food. Get the lowdown on Howard’s bolognese skills (yep, HCIII’s secretly cheffing it up), plus an intense “This vs. That” showdown where we finally settle the eternal debate: pasta or pizza? We’ll also dig into the origin stories behind HCIII's name—because who doesn’t love a bit of lore with their lasagna? It’s sharp, it’s savory, and it’s full of flavor. Hope you brought your appetite this week!

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You voted, and we listened! In this Halloween-themed episode, Tony Simeone steps into character as Lou Holtz, setting a spirited tone for an episode packed with fall festivities- including the much anticipated Hoops Szn. The crew hosts a Halloween costume draft, balancing clever picks with friendly competition, while Micah Shrewsberry and Demetrius Jackson join in to discuss the buzz surrounding the upcoming Notre Dame basketball season. With trick-or-treat season in full swing, this episode strikes the perfect balance between Halloween fun and serious Notre Dame hoops anticipation.

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This week, Marcus Freeman drops by to hang with fellow Wayne High School alum (albeit, a few years separated), Aamil Wagner—apparently that school produces both football stars and overachievers, since Aamil’s tackling 18 credits this semester (no big deal). Jeremiyah Love swings by for some games which, to no one's surprise, he's pretty darn good at. "Hat's off" to Khalid Kareem for joining us this episode as he rounds out the show.

Your job for this week? Help Tony pick out his Halloween costume for next week's episode. Between the Fighting Irish Leprechaun (zombie edition), the Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Lou Holtz circa '88, you've got some pretty solid options to choose from- and the choice is indeed yours!

Fresh off another home game win, we reminisce back to Jack Kiser's biggest W of all—proposing to his girlfriend in New York City like a true linebacker tackling life head-on. Meanwhile, Marcus Freeman keeps Notre Dame on track for greatness, offering leadership so solid, he could probably give a TED Talk on both coaching and commitment. And speaking of big decisions, we need your help to pick Tony’s Halloween costume for our Halloween special on October 29th—do we go with something spooky? How about “Audric Estimé’s ghosted defenders”? 

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The first bye week's come and gone and we're still here, steady as a pumpkin spice latte in the hands of a college student during midterms. Riley Leonard joins us for his first appearance on the show, and to no one's surprise, he's made for the bright lights. But just like fall, this guy's got layers, and you'll be glad you got to know him a little bit better after listening. Speaking of big stages, JD Bertrand makes his second appearance on the show (check out Episode 8) after making his first starting appearance for the Atlanta Falcons. So whether you're gearing up for fall or football, this week's episode might just be exactly what you needed to get ready for the best season in the Midwest.