Episodes

  • Episode 67: The Holiday Special: Best of Season 3 (feat. Niele Ivey + Full Cast)

    Episode 67: The Holiday Special: Best of Season 3 (feat. Niele Ivey + Full Cast)
    Dec 16 2025
    It’s the most wonderful time of the year on Wake Up the Echoes! In this nostalgic Holiday Special, Head Coach Niele Ivey stops by to chat about surviving finals week, the upcoming Bellarmine clash, and the much-needed "reset" awaiting the team over Christmas break. Then, pour yourself a hot cocoa as we settle in by the fire for a celebratory trip down memory lane, unwrapping the very best stories from Season 3. We’re revisiting the unforgettable saga of Coach Shrewsberry’s fashion choices (specifically the "boots" that had to go) along with Jeremiah Love’s deep dive into his "Jeremonstar" comic book universe. Plus, we look back at the inspiring moment Hannah Hidalgo opened up about her faith in teammate KK Bransford. From dining hall debates to Vegemite tastings, this episode is the perfect gift for every Fighting Irish fan looking to relive the laughter and magic of this season. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:39 Tony Simeone & Niele Ivey 00:18:30 Get to Know (Best Of) 00:36:30 Subject Matter Expert (Best Of) 00:46:59 Tell Me a Story (Best Of) 01:03:18 From Santa! & Outro
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 66: Cole Certa, Micah Shrewsberry

    Episode 66: Cole Certa, Micah Shrewsberry
    Dec 9 2025
    Head Coach Micah Shrewsberry and sharpshooter Cole Certa drop in to talk about basketball culture, and the pure joy of hitting a game-defining deep three. Coach Shrews—sporting the coveted new, Basketball Leprechaun logo —explains how to mentally prepare a team for battle and hop on a new social media trend. Cole, who describes his in-the-zone shooting streaks as "blacking out", shares the story of his high school journey, which required him to go from a smaller program to a dominant senior year that set him up for Notre Dame. He tackles the tough questions, including why Steph Curry is the shooting GOAT in his ranking of the game's all-time snipers. Plus, find out what the team is now doing to get Coach Shrewsberry on the golf course and why that Basketball Leprechaun merch is the only gift you need this Christmas. 00:00 Intro 01:57 Tony Simeone, Micah Shrewsberry and Cole Certa 21:32 Subject Matter Expert 40:30 Tell Me a Story 53:29 Ask Tony & Outro created by Fighting Irish Media Buy Tickets: https://FightingIrish.com/buytickets
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode 65: Hannah Hidalgo, Niele Ivey, KK Bransford

    Episode 65: Hannah Hidalgo, Niele Ivey, KK Bransford
    Dec 2 2025
    Head Coach Niele Ivey, phenom Hannah Hidalgo, and much-anticipated returner KK Bransford join the show as the Fighting Irish prepare for a major battle on the SEC hardwood. Coach Ivey details her philosophy on team identity, explaining that facing an "uncomfortable environment" like the Ole Miss road game is crucial for revealing who the team truly is. To prepare for the "fire" of the loud court, she shares her unique strategy of bringing "crowd noise" into practice this week. Then, Hannah Hidalgo, the defensive star who set an NCAA record with an insane 16 STEALS (!!) in one game, reveals the secret to slowing the game down (spoiler alert: she's just that good). And, KK brings the subject matter expert Hannah off the court with a peek into her luxurious obsession with fragrance, a hobby inspired by her dad's 100+ collection. 00:00 Intro 01:45 Tony and Niele Ivey 19:12 Tony, Hannah Hidalgo & KK Bransford (Tell Me a Story) 28:53 Tony, Hannah Hidalgo & KK Bransford (Subject Matter Expert) 45:50 Ask Tony & Outro
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    55 mins
  • Episode 64: Jeremiyah Love, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn

    Episode 64: Jeremiyah Love, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn
    Nov 25 2025
    Notre Dame Football just dropped 10 touchdowns in the highest-scoring game in nearly a century, and who better to talk to than the guy scoring half the time he touches the ball? Running back Jeremiyah "J-Love" Love joins Coach Marcus Freeman and (host!) Isaiah Dunn to break down his stellar performance, including an insane 8-carry, 3-touchdown stat line that has Isaiah ready to grant him a Heisman vote on the spot (unbiasedly, of course). Jeremiyah shares the wisdom he learned from Coach Freeman: that the "truth lies in the work,"which he applies right down to the moves he practices on his own teammates in scout to prepare for gameday. Plus, discover the unexpected side hustle of a star running back as J-Love breaks down the viral success of his new comic book, Jeremonstar, which is moving units after two big signings and teaches kids the "never give up" ethos of an underdog who wasn't always the winner. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:46 Tony Simeone & Isaiah Dunn 00:14:30 Jeremiyah Love & Isaiah Dunn: Tell Me a Story 00:21:53 Jeremiyah Love & Isaiah Dunn: Subject Matter Expert 00:29:05 Marcus Freeman, Jeremiyah Love & Isaiah Dunn 00:43:06 Ask Tony & Outro
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    51 mins
  • Episode 63: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Marcus Freeman & Isaiah Dunn

    Episode 63: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Marcus Freeman & Isaiah Dunn
    Nov 18 2025
    Head Coach Marcus Freeman and star linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa (KVA) join the show to dive into all things new and Notre Dame, starting with the bizarre new tradition of "six, seven" and why Coach’s players warned him it was "too late" to try and use the viral phrase. KVA, the Inland Empire kid now bracing for South Bend's snow, dishes on his learned future lesson of needing leather gloves to secure a pick in freezing temperatures. From his secret life as a self-taught piano player who jams with Bryce Young in hotel lobbies to his "calm and intense" ping pong game and passion for Korean BBQ, KVA brings this episode deep into the priorities of a modern-day linebacker. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:18 Kynstonn Viliamu-Asa & Isaiah Dunn 00:10:29 KVA & Isaiah Dunn 00:24:18 Marcus Freeman & KVA 00:44:48 Ask Tony & Outro created by Fighting Irish Media
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    52 mins
  • Episode 62: James Rendell, Marcus Freeman & Isaiah Dunn

    Episode 62: James Rendell, Marcus Freeman & Isaiah Dunn
    Nov 11 2025
    In this "reverse episode," Notre Dame's Australian punter, James Rendell, joins Head Coach Marcus Freeman and Isaiah Dunn for an international deep dive. Rendell, who still pinches himself about trading the Australian Rules Football field for a golden helmet, reveals the biggest mental challenge of his new job. Plus, hear his terrifying animal stories from Down Under and find out Coach Freeman's hilarious reaction when he is brave enough to taste the salty Australian staple of Vegemite. 00:00 Intro (Tony Simeone) 02:48 Tell me a Story (Tony Simeone, James Rendell, Isaiah Dunn) 17:11 Subject Matter Expert (Tony Simeone, James Rendell, Isaiah Dunn) 33:02 Opening Conversation (Tony Simeone, Marcus Freeman, James Rendell) 56:40 Ask the Host (Tony Simeone) 01:00:00 Outro (Tony Simeone)
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 61: Malachi Fields, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn

    Episode 61: Malachi Fields, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn
    Nov 4 2025
    Head Coach Marcus Freeman and explosive WR Malachi Fields join Tony for a deep dive that's anything but "boring", starting with Coach's candid reaction to the broken-play touchdown that somehow worked out (thanks to Malachi's vertical ability, which he calls a "60-40" ball in his favor). Malachi (one of the only married guys on the team) shares the story of his October 1st wedding and the simple-yet-profound philosophy that drives him: "Faith, family, football". Oh, and "fishing!" 00:00 Intro (Tony Simeone) 02:14 Opening Conversation (Tony Simeone, Marcus Freeman, Malachi Fields) 25:32 Subject Matter Expert (Tony Simeone, Malachi Fields) 32:11 Tell me a Story (Tony Simeone, Malachi Fields, Isaiah Dunn) 45:51 Ask the Host (Tony Simeone) 48:03 Outro (Tony Simeone)
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    52 mins
  • Episode 60: Adon Shuler, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn

    Episode 60: Adon Shuler, Marcus Freeman, Isaiah Dunn
    Oct 28 2025
    Notre Dame Football is built on trust, and Head Coach Marcus Freeman and safety Adon Shuler are here to break down the culture that’s forging elite players. Tune in as Shuler, the proud "Tough Jersey Kid" who is (in the middle of) copyrighting his personal brand, reveals his dedication to his "comfort calm" style and names the players with the best drip on the team. With Adon, not even the sky's the limit, and he's made it his mission - and foundation - to become a real-life superhero to kids back home.
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    50 mins