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What’s up Terp fans? The Maryland Athletics Media Relations Department is excited to bring you “Hear the Turtle” a Maryland sponsored podcast covering all things Terps. We hope this podcast will give you an inside look at Maryland athletics, where we’ll share news, stories, results and insight on…

Hear The Turtle


    • Apr 11, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 258 EPISODES

    4.9 from 42 ratings Listeners of Hear The Turtle that love the show mention: terp, great, hungry fan, hosts were super entertaining.


    Ivy Insights

    The Hear The Turtle podcast is an excellent source of information and insight into the world of Terps sports. As a fan of the University of Maryland, I have always craved more coverage of the lesser-known sports like wrestling and lacrosse. This podcast has exceeded my expectations by not only delving into those sports but also providing interviews with athletes who often go unrecognized or are overshadowed by their more famous counterparts. It's refreshing to hear in-depth conversations with these athletes and gain a better understanding of their experiences.

    One of the best aspects of The Hear The Turtle podcast is its comprehensive coverage of all things Terps sports. This podcast doesn't just focus on the big sports like football and basketball; it goes beyond that to provide insights into wrestling, lacrosse, and other sports that often don't receive as much attention. The hosts dive deep into each sport, discussing games, players, and upcoming events. They leave no stone unturned when it comes to delivering a thorough analysis.

    Another great highlight is the interviews with athletes who are outside of the spotlight. These interviews give listeners an opportunity to hear directly from these athletes about their experiences, challenges, and successes. It humanizes them and gives voice to their stories, which might otherwise go unnoticed in mainstream media coverage. It's a wonderful way to bring attention to these athletes' achievements and allow fans to connect with them on a personal level.

    However, there are a few areas where improvement could be made. For one, some episodes feel rushed or lacking in depth. It would benefit from more extensive research or preparation before interviews or discussions take place. Additionally, at times there can be technical issues with audio quality or inconsistent volume levels between host segments and interviews.

    In conclusion, The Hear The Turtle podcast is an invaluable resource for fans of Maryland Terrapins sports who want more comprehensive coverage beyond just the major sports. With its insightful analysis and compelling interviews with often overlooked athletes, this podcast provides an inside look into the world of Terps sports that is hard to find elsewhere. Despite a few minor flaws, it serves as a testament to the dedicated and passionate fan base of Maryland athletics.



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    Latest episodes from Hear The Turtle

    A Special Conversation With Buzz Williams and Johnny Holliday - April 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 26:05


    Legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday sits down with new Maryland men's basketball head coach Buzz Williams to introduce him and his background to fans including his special connection to Gary Williams and Lefty Driesell.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Mar. 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 60:04


    Former head coach and Hall of Famer Gary Williams joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Mar. 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 54:33


    Men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. The pair preview the Big Ten Tournament, the Terps' being ranked No. 11 in the country, and the special day that was Senior Day against Northwestern.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - March 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 61:44


    Former head coach and Hall of Famer Gary Williams joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. Special alumni guests on the show include Drew Nicholas, Calvin McCall, and Mike Grinnon.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Feb. 24, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 60:41


    Men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. The pair are also joined by senior power forward Julian Reese.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Feb. 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 58:29


    Former head coach and Hall of Famer Gary Williams joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. Special guests on the show also include Tahj Holden, Steven Blake, and Byron Mouton!

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Feb. 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 57:33


    Head coach Brenda Frese joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. Plus, Amari DeBerry and Shyanne Sellers join the show.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Jan. 27, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 59:24


    Head coach Brenda Frese joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. Plus, players Sarah Te-Biasu and Christina Dalce join the show.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Jan. 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 55:00


    Former head coach and Hall of Fame Gary Williams joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday on this edition of the Maryland Basketball Radio Show. Plus, some fan favorite alums join to talk about their favorite memories as Terps!

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Dec. 26, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 60:31


    Head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday to talk about how the Terps successful non-conference season before Saturday's game against UMES. Plus, Malachi Palmer joins the show to discuss how he's acclimated to the college level and Terp legend Drew Nicholas calls in to relive some of the highlight moments from his career.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Dec. 16, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 58:51


    Head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday to talk about how the Terps have progressed through the bulk of the non-conference season and the first week of Big Ten play. Plus, Selton Miguel joins the show to talk about his career, his foundation in Angola and his relationship with Bruno Fernando!

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Nov. 26, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 120:56


    The Terps are No. 10 in the country heading into Thanksgiving and head to the Navy Classic this weekend!!! Head coach Brenda Frese joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday to talk about the start of the season and what's ahead.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Nov. 11, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 63:00


    The Terps are 3-0 and have a big one coming up on Friday as No. 15 Marquette visits XFINITY Center for our annual Red Out!!! Head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday to talk about the start of the season and what's ahead. Plus, sophomore guard Rodney Rice joins the show!

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Nov. 5, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 63:00


    After opening the 2024-25 season with a win at UMBC, head coach Brenda Frese joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday. Mir McLean and Allie Kubek also join the show to talk about how the Terps look this season from the players' perspective.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - Oct. 29, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 61:48


    Basketball season is back!!! Head coach Kevin Willard joins legendary Voice of the Terps Johnny Holliday to preview the upcoming 2024-25 season. Junior guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie joins the show as well as our most recent Hall of Fame inductee Lonny Baxter!

    A Hear The Turtle Farewell

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 50:46


    On Taylor's final episode of Hear the Turtle, former co-hosts Ben Kessler and Keith Sneddon join to recount the origins of Hear The Turtle and some of it's best moments and guests. This feed isn't going anywhere, but these three are. Thanks to all the listeners, guests and supporters of this version of the podcast over the years!

    Get to Know: Chance Stephens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 8:09


    Get to know redshirt-sophomore guard Chance Stephens who talks about how he got the nickname "Sniper", his best streak of consecutive threes made, his relationship with David Cox and the coaching staff, as well as much more!

    Get to Know: Selton Miguel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 11:29


    Get to know fifth-year senior Selton Miguel who talks about the importance of being a role model in Angola, his relationship with Bruno Fernando, and more.

    Get to Know: Jayhlon Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 5:46


    Get to know guard Jayhlon Young who talks about his relationship with assistant coach Kevin Norris, his journey through college basketball, the physicality of the guards, Rotel Dip, and much more!

    Get to Know: Tafara Gapare

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 9:33


    Get to know junior forward Tafara Gapare who talks about his basketball journey that started in his home country of New Zealand, his mom's cooking, being a lob threat, and much more!

    Get to Know: Rodney Rice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 6:45


    Get to know sophomore guard Rodney Rice who returns home to be a Terp, talks about some EPIC battles on the court with his dad, a playoffs promise for the Commanders, and much more!

    Get to Know: Malachi Palmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 7:32


    Get to know freshman guard Malachi Palmer, who talks his hometown's favorite social media platform, his excitement to play at Maryland, his football allegiances, and much more! Maryland Men's Basketball Buy Tickets: https://go.umd.edu/3s1o6BF View Schedule: https://go.umd.edu/48A4Onk Follow Maryland Men's Basketball on Instagram: https://instagram.com/TerrapinHoops Follow Maryland Men's Basketball on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TerrapinHoops Follow Maryland Men's Basketball on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TerrapinHoops Follow Maryland Men's Basketball on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TerrapinHoops Follow Coach Willard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KevinWillard

    Get to Know: Ja'Kobi Gillespie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 6:17


    An interview with transfer guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie, who talks about what it will be like to play in the XFINITY Center, his outlook for the year, which local football team he pulls for, and much more!

    Get to Know: Derik Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 9:18


    Freshman center Derik Queen checks in prior to his debut season with the Terps. The Baltimore native talks about his recruitment, his beloved local sports teams and much more!

    Maryland Lacrosse Show: 3/14/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 49:36


    Host Brendan Hartlove is joined by men's lacrosse head coach John Tillman and assistant coach Michael Phipps who breakdown the Terps' OT win over Brown and look ahead to a huge battle vs. UVA in College Park. Women's lacrosse head coach Cathy Reese and midfielder Shay Ahearn then discuss their win over No. 2 James Madison and what's ahead.

    The Maryland Lacrosse Show: 3/7/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 44:06


    The debut episode of the Maryland Lacrosse Show! Host Brendan Hartlove is first joined by men's lacrosse head coach John Tillman and goalie Logan McNaney who chat about their start to the season and this weekend's game against Brown. Women's lacrosse head coach Cathy Reese and goalie Emily Sterling then come on the program to talk about their big matchup with James Madison this weekend and match more. Presented by The Greene Turtle

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 2/26/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 56:13


    Maryland head men's basketball coach Kevin Willard and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday discuss the Terps' win over Rutgers and two-game homestand vs. Northwestern and Indiana. JuJu Reese and Terp legend Keith Gatlin join the program as guests.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 1/12/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 54:27


    The Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday and men's basketball coach Kevin Willard chat about the Terps' upcoming game against Iowa and their recent performances. Fifth-year forward Donta Scott and Terp great Albert King join the show as guests.

    Maryland Basketball Radio: 1/22/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 53:54


    Maryland men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard and The Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday chat about the Terps' previous game against Michigan State and preview Wednesdays matchup against Iowa. Maryland forward Donta Scott, former Terp Dutch Morley and the legendary Len Elmore join the show as guests.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 1/8/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 54:39


    The Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday and head men's basketball coach Kevin Willard discuss the Terps' recent stretch. Freshman DeShawn Harris-Smith and Terrapin great Ernie Graham join the show as guests.

    Len Elmore and Bill Walton Relive the Glory Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 42:28


    Two basketball legends, Len Elmore and Bill Walton, chat about their incredible careers intertwined by a notable Maryland UCLA matchup of the past prior to the two programs facing off Friday night at Pauley Pavilion.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show:12/18/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 53:27


    Maryland women's basketball coach Brenda Frese and The Voice of Terrapins Johnny Holliday chat about the Terps' start to the season. Guard Brinae Alexander and former Terp Dr. Kristen Confroy join the show as guests.

    Talking Terps With Coach Locks: Bowl Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 53:37


    Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday preview the Terps' Music City Bowl matchup with Auburn coming up on Dec. 30. Linebacker Kellan Wyatt and tight end Preston Howard, along with alumni guest Scott McBrien also join the show.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 12/11/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 54:55


    The Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday is joined by men's basketball assistant coach Greg Manning Jr. to chat about the Terps' win over Penn State and preview the Alcorn State contest. The two are joined by Terps' center Caelum Swanton-Rodger and Terps legend Greg Manning Sr.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 12/4/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 59:45


    Men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday are joined by freshman Jamie Kaiser Jr. and alumni guest Jeff Baxter

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 11/28/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 62:50


    The Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday is joined by Maryland assistant coach Mike Jones to talk about the week in Terps men's hoops and Jones' own basketball journey. Forward Jordan Geronimo also chats with the guys as this week's player guest.

    Talking Terps with Coach Locks: 11/22/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 54:58


    Maryland football head Coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday discuss the Terps' game with Rutgers Saturday. They are joined by safety Beau Brade and quarterback Billy Edwards, along with alumni manger guests Ron Ohringer and Danny Frank.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 11/20/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 62:30


    Head coach Kevin Willard and Maryland basketball radio analyst Chris Knoche discuss the Terps' season. They are joined by guard Jahari Long and 2002 National Champion Lonny Baxter.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show: 11/14/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 58:08


    Maryland men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday recap the Terps' weekend in Asheville and look forward to this Friday's game with Villanova.

    Meghan McKeown and John Fanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 77:14


    Basketball season is here in College Park! Taylor and Ben welcome on BTN/NBC Sports' Meghan McKeown to break down Maryland women's basketball's outlook, the hierarchy in the Big Ten and Taylor Swift/Bruce Springsteen. The guys then bring on Fox Sports' John Fanta to tell Kevin Willard stories and to give his thoughts on Maryland men's basketball's prospects for the season.

    Talking Terps With Coach Locks - 11/2/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 54:59


    Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday preview Maryland's game against Penn State. Offensive lineman DJ Glaze and defensive lineman Taizse Johnson joined the show along with alumni guest and former Baltimore Raven Jermaine Lewis.

    Dom Solis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 42:49


    Winter sports season is here in College Park! Taylor and Ben chat with Maryland wrestling captain Dom Solis about the program's rise, his start in wrestling, team handball games and much more.

    Maryland Basketball Radio Show - 10/30/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 54:27


    Basketball is back! Men's basketball head coach Kevin Willard and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday preview the Terps' 23/24 campaign. They are also joined by freshman guard and Baltimore native Jahnathan Lamothe along with Terp legend Walt "The Wizard" Williams.

    Talking Terps With Coach Locks: 10/26/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 55:37


    Maryland head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday are joined by linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II and offensive lineman Gottlieb Ayedze, along with alumni guest Darrius Heyward-Bey.

    Talking Terps With Coach Locks: 10/12/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 55:25


    Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday preview the Terps' homecoming game against Illinois at SECU Stadium. They welcome on player guest Donnell Brown and Jeshaun Jones along with alumni guest Sam Hollenbach ('06).

    Margot Lawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 41:33


    The guys are joined by Maryland Field Hockey's Margot Lawn to talk about the squad's progress this season, their team bonding activities, her experience in the NIL space and more. The guys then chat about Maryland football loss to Ohio State and preview the homecoming game vs. Illinois.

    Steve Suter and Samantha Schnitta

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 75:51


    Ben and Taylor preview Maryland/Ohio State before welcoming on Steve Suter to talk about the 5-0 Terps, the rebuild under Coach Locksley and some of his own Terrapin memories. Maryland Volleyball's Samantha Schnitta then joins the show to talk about the team's non-conference performance, what it's like to play in the Big Ten and more.

    Talking Terps with Coach Locks 9/28/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 51:02


    Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday review the Terps' win over Michigan State and preview the upcoming game against Indiana at SECU Stadium. The two are joined by punter Colton Spangler and safety Dante Trader Jr. Dr. Kristi Hall also comes on the show to chat about the Terps' mental health initiatives. Presented by Window Nation. Live from GrillMarx UMD.

    Beau Brade and Robert Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 69:29


    The Terps are rolling! Taylor and Ben are joined by two members of the 4-0 Maryland Football Team. Star safety Beau Brade chats with the fellas about his own podcast pursuits, is transition into a leader of the defense and more. Wide receiver Robert Smith then jumps on the program to talk about his role as a leader in Maryland's partnership with Team IMPACT, his important job as a team hype man and more. The guys also preview Maryland's game with Indiana on Saturday. Hosts: Taylor Smyth and Ben Kessler Guests: Beau Brade and Robert Smith

    Talking Terps With Coach Locks - 9/21/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 54:39


    Maryland head coach Michael Locksley and the Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday review the Terps' big Friday night win over Virginia and preview the Big Ten opener at Michigan State. They are also joined by Terps WR Kaden Prather, special teams ace Sean Greeley and alumni guest Dexter McDougle.

    Josie Hollamon and Isaac Bunyun

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 63:44


    The fellas are back! After a week hiatus, Ben and Taylor return to talk Maryland football's 2-0 start and preview Friday night's game against Virginia. The guys then welcome on Maryland field hockey star freshman Josie Hollamon to talk about her team, her field hockey family, her pride in her hometown of Delmar, Delaware and more. Maryland football's Isaac Bunyun then joins the show to discuss his road from Ghana to playing football, his love of flying and more.

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