Wake Up the Echoes

Fall is officially upon us, and so is the start of official practices for basketball. Here comes Micah Shrewsberry as this week's extra special guest in this football/basketball crossover episode. We're talking football players that could be basketball players, hoopers that found their way to the field, and everything in between. Benjamin Morrison's dream board makes us all want to reach for the s...

Season two has officially arrived, and we could not be more excited to share what's in store for Wake Up The Echoes. We've made quite a few changes to keep things interesting for Fighting Irish fans and first-time listeners. For starters, James E. Rohr Director of Athletics Pete Bevacqua will officially become a regular guest on the show as he takes us through his first year at the helm of Notre D...

It's been a wild first season of Wake Up the Echoes, Fighting Irish Fans! We can't believe we're at the season finale, either. Thank you for sticking around as we welcomed new faces, honored legendary ones, discussed big ideas, reminisced on coldest moments, and answered your burning questions. Here's to putting a bookmark right at the end of this episode for next year, just we know where we left...

The University of Notre Dame will welcome elite international club soccer competition when England’s Chelsea FC and Scotland’s Celtic FC face off on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Notre Dame Stadium. So naturally, Wake Up the Echoes welcomed two Legends on the show to talk about the "friendly" matchup. Speaking of legends, who better to send off our women's basketball team into March Madness than the...

We've officially entered March, and Notre Dame Men's Basketball hitting its stride at the perfect time. Micah Shrewsberry makes a compelling case (not that we need convincing) for Markus Burton to be ACC Rookie of the Year. A legendary Swan makes an appearance, and we're graced with his presence - and financial literacy & planning advice. Speaking of the future, tournament time is about to begin,...

Join us as we commemorate 16 remarkable years with the iconic Jack Swarbrick, the visionary University Vice President and James E. Rohr Director of Athletics. In this exclusive and heartfelt episode, we delve into the extraordinary legacy crafted by our fearless leader. Prepare to be captivated by untold tales, cherished memories, and the profound impact Swarbrick has left on the Notre Dame commun...

NBA All-Star Weekend is over... and we have some thoughts. Who's the second best shooter of all-time? What's the best basketball movie out there? Where is that photo of Coach Shrews as Jake Shuttlesworth?? One thing we know for certain: When talking about great hoopers, start with the great state of Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an electric win over Virginia Tech, Notre Dame men's basketball joins the set of WUTE for an hour of good vibes all around. Former shot-blocker and current shot-caller Jordan Cornette joins us on set and shares a few stories that you won't want to miss. We hope this episode makes you just as happy as the crowd when Zona drains a corner three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Wake Up the Echoes gives you another sneak peek behind the recruiting process, this time for men's hoops. And speaking of recruiting, South Bend's own Demetrius Jackson joins the show and looks back at fond memories of his early connections to Notre Dame. A special appearance is also made by the 2015 ACC Championship trophy that takes a small field trip to center stage. Learn more about your ad ch...

Ciao! Coming to you straight after Italian class, this week's episode takes you on a trip back in time. We're joined by Dwight Clay who was on the team that took down UCLA 50 years ago in one of the greatest upsets in basketball history. Not to mention, he made THE winning shot. Whether you've got a 1% basketball mind like Coach Shrews or you're just happy to be here, we're happy you're here. Lear...

Join us this week as special guest host Sharla Lewis rings in the New Year with a women's basketball episode of Wake Up the Echoes. Filmed on MLK Day, which also happens to be January 15th this year (you'll hear that significance, too), this is an episode of reflection and reverence for the trailblazers who have come before us. They paved the way and set the foundation for the future generations t...

It's the episode you didn't even know was missing until it arrived. Here's the official, entire interview between Coach Niele Ivey and Skylar Diggins-Smith. 'Tis the season of giving, and we're in the holiday spirit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did Notre Dame Football just pull off the biggest heist in the country? Mission 24K fueled by Gatorade is officially complete. Coach Marcus Freeman returns to the set for a bonus National Signing Day episode and shares the mic with a few very special guests. If you've ever wondered what goes into putting together the best recruiting classes year after year, this is the episode for you. If you simp...

It's an episode of firsts: hosts and guests! The Queen of New York is here (just ask Sonia Citron) and we are all cheering her on for her presentation final. Coach Niele Ivey takes the Host stand for an extremely exclusive and heartwarming interview with Notre Dame legend, Skylar Diggins-Smith. Something tells us these two could catch up for even longer if they had the time...*hint hint* Learn mor...

Whether you call it "pop," "soda," or "Coke," carbonated drink fans unite for this very special episode where we ask the connoisseur himself, Coach Shrews, to put his tastebuds to the test. Crack open your favorite Coca-Cola beverage of choice while you listen this week. And speaking of listening, turn those speakers up for some extra ASMR. You never knew you needed this until now. Learn more abou...

This week, Notre Dame Men's Basketball makes its second appearance of the season. Speaking of returns, And-1 Mix Tapes make a comeback in our conversation, proving that ankle-breakers are timeless and Hot Sauce doesn't just go on your plate. Oh, and hold onto your taste buds, because Coach Shrews drop some truth bombs about the elixir of life. Sometimes, true wisdom comes in the form of a perfectl...

After making history overseas, Notre Dame Women's Basketball is back in the 'Bend and has started off the season on a hot streak. Coach Niele Ivey joins us for her first episode on Wake Up the Echoes and, just like us, cannot wait to see what this exciting season holds for her team. So gather your green poms and glow sticks, Irish fans. It's officially basketball season. Learn more about your ad c...

It's Thanksgiving Week, and we're thankful for all you, our listeners. As a token of our gratitude, we've got a few heavy-hitters for you, including Notre Dame's own, Jerome Bettis. If you're finding the dinner conversation going stale this Thursday, we highly encourage you take a little bit of this week's episode with you to the table. It might end up being the best dish that gets served. Learn m...

Feel that chill in the air? It's officially Hoops Szn (and 40 degrees in South Bend, IN). Head Men's Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry joins us for his first-ever episode of Wake Up the Echoes as we welcome him in his first year with Notre Dame. We've got nine episodes to get to know Coach and his squad this year, so pull up and take a seat. There's plenty of room to hitch a ride with the Shrews...

We're almost finished with this year's football episodes (👋 hey there, basketball season), and we're looking ahead to the final home game of the season: Notre Dame Football Senior Day vs. Wake Forest. Notre Dame Athletic Director Jack Swarbrick joins the set and shares a few inside stories that took place during his impressive administration. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode. Lea...

Happy Halloween, Irish Fans! What Notre Dame Legend are you dressing up as this year? We can't seem to pick one. (Paralyzed by choice rather than fear.) With this week's episode, we're glad to bring you all treats and no tricks, unless you count the fact that we didn't mention Halloween once in this episode. So feel free to share this episode with a friend... if you dare. Learn more about your ad...

Did you get some rest this weekend? We didn't, but that's only because we're still hyped from last weekend's game. Whether you're a die-hard Notre Dame fan or you just turned on your first Fighting Irish game, if you watched Notre Dame Football's win over USC, we all can agree: X gon' give it to ya. And we'll keep giving you new episodes of fresh content each week. Either way you dice it, slice it...

It's time to bounce back. This week's episode is all about blocking out the noise and focusing on the task at hand. Your task, Irish fans, is to bounce back with us. If you haven't heard, we're All Fight this year, and we'll keep fighting because it's what we do and who we are. Share this episode with someone who shares in the spirit of the Fighting Irish. Give a friend the nickname "Milk" until t...

...and exhale. If you weren't holding your breath this weekend as the Fighting Irish converted on 4th and 16 with less than one minute to play against the Blue Devils, then you probably weren't watching the game. And you know what? That's alright with us. We welcome all kinds of Irish fans here on WUTE (Terrible acronym. Fantastic show. Trust us.). But don't worry, we're halfway through the regula...

"Good teams will look for answers. Great teams will come together to find solutions." The only remedy is to get back to work, Irish fans. Take this episode with your morning coffee or your lunchtime chili, pasta and cheese - there's no judgment here. All we ask is that you share this show with someone who should hear it. In return, we'll keep giving you the great content the best fans in the world...