Episodes

  • Nick Slack finding the positivity amidst brain tumor diagnosis

    Nick Slack finding the positivity amidst brain tumor diagnosis
    Aug 8 2025
    2000 Division III National Champion Nick Slack is one of the good guys in wrestling. A personable friend and coach, Slack was a three-time Division III finalist at Augsburg and won the 2000 NCAA Division III championship.

    Setbacks in the finals in 2001 and 2002 didn't define him. He overcame. Just over two years ago, Slack had a brain tumor removed that seemed to resolve his decades-long battle with depression.

    Then another brain tumor emerged.

    Links to Follow
    Join the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discord
    Daily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/news
    Contribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contribute
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline

    The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound

    Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime
    Show More Show Less
    52 mins
  • Vinny Barber: Growing programs and growing professionally

    Vinny Barber: Growing programs and growing professionally
    Aug 6 2025
    Some might remember Vinny Barber wrestling in New York for coach Duane Ritter at Oneonta State. Others may remember him as a boisterous figure at Flowrestling. However you may remember the old Vinny Barber, things are a lot different now.

    After returning to college, finishing his degree and joining the coaching staff at the University of the Ozarks, Barber found himself leading the Division III Arkansas school. Then a new opportunity arose, a chance to start a brand new program at the University of Lynchburg in Virginia.

    Hear how Vinny’s progressed in coaching and growing professionally.

    Links to Follow
    Join the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discord
    Daily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/news
    Contribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contribute
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline

    The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound

    Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime
    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • North of the Border: Clete Hanson’s Vision for Simon Fraser Wrestling

    North of the Border: Clete Hanson’s Vision for Simon Fraser Wrestling
    Aug 4 2025
    Clete Hanson, newly appointed head coach at Simon Fraser University, talks about his return to the program that shaped much of his wrestling and coaching career. A Washington native and former nationally ranked high school wrestler, Hanson chose SFU for its unique blend of high-level international freestyle influence, academic excellence, and its rare status as a Canadian institution competing in the NCAA.

    Now, as only the third head coach in program history, he steps into a role once held by coaching legends Mike Jones and Justin Abdou—both of whom played pivotal roles in Hanson’s development.In the interview, Hanson outlines the complexities of recruiting American athletes to a Canadian school, navigating dual academic and athletic standards, and the constant balancing act between freestyle and collegiate folkstyle wrestling. With about 70% of his roster made up of Canadian athletes—most of whom have never competed in folkstyle before—Hanson speaks candidly about the learning curve and the coaching strategies used to bridge that gap. Still, he emphasizes that “wrestling is wrestling,” and believes the transition can be streamlined with focused training and communication.Looking ahead, Hanson’s vision is to elevate SFU’s presence on both the NCAA and Canadian wrestling landscapes.

    While winning a national team title is an ambitious goal, he sees success in building a program that mirrors the developmental excellence of institutions like Cornell and Lehigh. With deep ties to the Burnaby Mountain Wrestling Club and a role as one of Canada’s national training centers, SFU is uniquely positioned to continue producing world-class talent—both on the mat and beyond it.
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
  • Morgan State's Jarod Trice talks coaching with Kenny Monday, growing as a program

    Morgan State's Jarod Trice talks coaching with Kenny Monday, growing as a program
    Aug 4 2025
    Division I men’s wrestling only has one current HBCU wrestling program and it’s at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. Central Michigan alum and three-time All-American Jarod Trice is on staff with head coach Kenny Monday and Trice talks about the growth of himself as a coach under Monday, the growth of the program and the unique place Morgan State holds in wrestling.
    Show More Show Less
    10 mins
  • U. of the Ozarks' Nathaneal Rankin accelerates into first head coaching job

    U. of the Ozarks' Nathaneal Rankin accelerates into first head coaching job
    Aug 1 2025
    Nathaneal Rankin was a nationally ranked wrestler and NCAA Division III qualifier in cross country while an athlete at the University of the Ozarks.

    After his competitive career ended, Rankin served as an assistant coach and this summer, was named the new head coach at the Clarksville, Arkansas school.Check out what led Rankin to Ozarks in the first place, what it was like competing in two sports in college and how near misses now drive him as a coach.
    Show More Show Less
    8 mins
  • Jim Beichner back in wrestling with the NWCA

    Jim Beichner back in wrestling with the NWCA
    Aug 1 2025
    Twenty years ago, Jim Beichner served as the host for the 2005 NWCA Convention in Buffalo, New York. The then-UB head coach helped coordinate the event and oversaw numerous logistical things with the annual NWCA gathering.Following his run as the head coach at Buffalo,

    Beichner went to work in the racing world. He’s recently returned to the sport as the Director of Coaching Development for the NWCA. Hear what’s up with the past two-time All-American from Clarion.
    Show More Show Less
    9 mins
  • Dylan Wanagiel of the Prudential Center looking forward to Final X, BTS Benefit on June 14

    Dylan Wanagiel of the Prudential Center looking forward to Final X, BTS Benefit on June 14
    Jun 12 2025
    Dylan Wanagiel is no stranger to wrestling events. As the current Vice President of Sports Properties and Special Events for the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Wanagiel is again bringing a major wrestling event to the tri-state area.

    Previously, Wanagiel was one of the driving forces into bringing the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships to Madison Square Garden in New York City, the venue Wanagiel worked at prior to moving back across to the New Jersey side.

    Final X is also pairing again with the Beat The Streets benefit (btsny.org) as USA Wrestling will wrestle both men’s and women’s freestyle to determine the world teams.

    Fans can watch live on Flowrestling or if they’re in the region, can pick up tickets via Ticketmaster. Action begins at 12:30 p.m. with true-third matches on Saturday, June 14.

    Join the conversation with Dylan and host Jason Bryant inside “The Rock” as we prepare for Saturday.
    Want an ad-free version of the show AND the best in wrestling news from around the world? Sign up for the Daily Wrestling Newsletter presented by Resilite on Substack at https://www.mattalkonline.com/news


    Links to Follow
    Join the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discord
    Daily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/news
    Contribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contribute
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline

    The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound

    Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime
    Short Time Wrestling Podcast: Episode 787 –Recorded June 12, 2025.
    Show More Show Less
    20 mins
  • Troy Nickerson takes command at Army West Point

    Troy Nickerson takes command at Army West Point
    Jun 10 2025
    We’ll get a chance to talk with new Army West Point Head Coach Troy Nickerson on Episode 786 of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast.

    First up, host Jason Bryant discusses the Hall of Fame Honors Weekend 2025, highlighting the induction of Terry Davis and the 40th anniversary of "Vision Quest." He recounts his experiences in Stillwater, Oklahoma, including interactions with wrestling legends and the local community.
    Troy Nickerson, the new head wrestling coach at Army West Point, is introduced. Nickerson expresses his excitement about returning to New York and building on the program's success. He emphasizes the unique challenges and opportunities of coaching at West Point, including the strong culture and the potential for national recruiting. Nickerson also discusses his coaching philosophy and the importance of developing well-rounded individuals.

    Want an ad-free version of the show AND the best in wrestling news from around the world? Sign up for the Daily Wrestling Newsletter presented by Resilite on Substack at https://www.mattalkonline.com/news


    Links to Follow
    Join the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discord
    Daily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/news
    Contribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contribute
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline
    The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound
    Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime
    Short Time Wrestling Podcast: Episode 786 –Recorded June 10, 2025
    Show More Show Less
    36 mins