Wake Up the Echoes

We're baaaack and in video! Wake Up the Echoes the Official Podcast of the Fighting Irish is kicking off Season 3 in style! We are joined by the newest member of the 2025 Notre Dame Football Captains, Will Pauling. Learn a little bit about his life growing up in Chicago, the hard work ethic instilled in him by his father, and the time he found himself in over his head in the NDFB ping pong tournam...

It’s the bittersweet send-off to Season 2 of Wake Up the Echoes! Host Tony Simeone wraps the year with an insider look at Notre Dame Women’s Basketball, featuring Head Coach Niele Ivey and longtime assistants Carlos Knox and Carol Owens. From legacy-building moments to future plans, they reflect on the journey so far. Plus, we spotlight a can't-miss preseason showdown between Irish legends in the...

In this episode of Wake Up the Echoes, Tony Simeone sits down with national champions Chase Emmer and Eszter Muhari to talk all things Notre Dame fencing—from their latest title win to the unique team culture that’s turned the program into a quiet powerhouse. They share what it’s like competing on the national and Olympic stage, how Coach Gia builds an environment of support and success, and why f...

Episode 50 marks a milestone at Wake Up the Echoes, and what better way to celebrate than with a spring football special. Host Tony Simeone is joined by Head Coach Marcus Freeman and new General Manager Mike Martin to talk all things 2025 — from roster shaping to culture-building — helping fans officially turn the page on last season’s championship run. Later, standout cornerback Leonard Moore and...

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An episode so fun and festive that we couldn't wait to share! Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua and Tony break down the latest in Notre Dame Athletics, from the triumphant return of men’s swimming to the madness of March. Plus, it’s day one for new hockey coach Brock Sheahan, and our resident Leprechaun, Colin, joins the set for some festive fun. Oh, and there’s a game-changing athlete compensation deal...

In this episode of Wake Up the Echoes, Tony Simeone sits down with Coach Freeman, Jordan Faison, Isaiah Dunn, and Marist Liufau for a deep dive into the grind, growth, and grit of Notre Dame football. They reflect on the evolution of two-sport star Jordan Faison, the challenges of balancing football and lacrosse, and the mental toughness it takes to perform at an elite level. Coach Freeman preache...

With March Madness on the horizon, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish women’s basketball team is charging into the ACC Tournament with their eyes on the prize after co-winning the conference championship. Head coach Niele Ivey joins us to break down the team's mindset heading into the postseason, while star players Maddy Westbeld and Kate Koval share the couch. Plus, former Irish great and WNBA champio...

In this final men's basketball episode of Wake Up the Echoes, we talk highs, lows, and everything in between. From buzzer-beaters to walking buckets, we break down the defining moments that shaped the Fighting Irish’s journey. Plus, we look ahead to what’s next for the program as the regular season wraps up and postseason looms ahead. It's almost March and we can feel the madness around the corner...

Micah Shrewsberry takes the couch and talks us through what it means to go through the ups and downs of a season, and, most importantly, what it takes to stick together as a family created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a brief hiatus following the CFP national championship, Wake Up the Echoes is back and ready to hit the field—this time with our first dive into the world of lacrosse. We’re talking Notre Dame’s rise to back-to-back men’s lacrosse national championships, the legacy of Kevin Corrigan—who now stands as the longest tenured coach at Notre Dame—and how Women's Lacrosse Head Coach Chris Halfpenny...

Coach Niele Ivey and her team are on a hot streak with 11 wins in a row and an undefeated run in the ACC Conference. There's much to be excited about with this talented team, so we brought two pillars to talk about life on and off the court: Olivia Miles and Maddy Westbeld. However, these two stars might have just been upstaged by their very own cat. created by Fighting Irish Media Learn more abou...

Notre Dame Football is championship-bound! In this week’s episode, Tony sits down with Notre Dame Athletics Director Pete Bevacqua to break down the Irish's road to the big dance. Revisiting nail-biting CFP moments, like Mitch Jeter’s game-winning kick that deserves its own highlight reel, the duo serves up insights with just the right amount of fandom. It’s the perfect pre-game hype to carry you...

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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 Hoos...

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 th...

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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,...

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 co...

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...

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 t...

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 thi...

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...

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 stage...

It's National Podcast Day, and we're serving up a jam-packed episode that promises no ASMR—just good craic! Pete Bevacqua reflects on Notre Dame’s calculated win over Louisville and the timely arrival of the football bye week—a perfect storm for fans to bask in the glow of victory. Coach Salima Rockwell dives into the nuances of her team's winning volleyball season, reminding us that there’s more...