Join NC State head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio and staff as they bring you all the news from inside the wrestling room in Raleigh with the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Part of the Mat Talk Podcast Network.
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The #PackMentality Pop-Ins: An NC State Wrestling Podcast is a fantastic podcast for any fan of college wrestling, especially those who support the NC State Wolfpack. Hosted by Brian Reinhart and featuring head coach Pat Popolizio, this podcast provides an inside look into the program, with interviews with coaches, wrestlers, and special guests. As a listener and NCSU alum, it makes me proud to see how Coach Popolizio has built a national powerhouse in Raleigh over the past six years.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the insights it offers into the Packwrestle program. Coach Popolizio and his staff have done an excellent job recruiting quality kids and instilling the Packmentality in them. It's inspiring to hear about their hard work and dedication to building a successful program the right way. The interviews with wrestlers provide a window into their mindset and what it takes to succeed at such a high level.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its informative nature. Each episode provides updates on what's going on around NCAA wrestling, keeping fans up-to-date on recent results and upcoming matches. The hosts also address fan questions and provide insightful answers, creating an engaging experience for listeners. The production quality of the podcast is top-notch as well, making it enjoyable to listen to from start to finish.
While there are many positives to this podcast, one potential drawback is that it primarily focuses on NC State wrestling. While this is understandable given its affiliation with the university, it may limit its appeal to fans outside of the Wolfpack community. However, for those who are interested in following NC State wrestling or learning more about college wrestling as a whole, this podcast is a must-listen.
In conclusion, The #PackMentality Pop-Ins: An NC State Wrestling Podcast is an excellent source of information and entertainment for anyone interested in college wrestling. With its insightful interviews, updates on the program, and engaging hosts, it offers a unique inside look into the NC State wrestling program. As a fan, I am grateful for this podcast and excited to continue following the success of the Wolfpack.
On episode #138 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Trent Hidlay sits down with his current Wolfpack RTC head coach Jamill Kelly. Kelly was a teammate (at Oklahoma State) and previously coached under Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizo, and recently returned to Raleigh to join the RTC. The former Olympic Silver medalist talks about the Pack's recent success at the U.S. Open and Hidlay qualifying for Final X. #packmentality #wolfpackwrestling #ncstatewrestling #wrestlingpodcast SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
The postseason is finally here! All through preseason and during the regular season you will hear many coaches and athletes talk about getting to March. That time is now, and it is time for the NC State Wolfpack to compete at the 2025 ACC Championships.On episode #136 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach sit down and go weight-by-weight through the Wolfpack starters as they gear up for postseason action. NC State will go into the event as the reigning six-time champions, raising the team trophy at the ACC Championships every year dating back to 2019.Since the 2015-16 season, NC State has won seven ACC Championships and finished second a pair of times. The Pack has not finished lower than second place since the 2015 ACCs, a span of 10 straight top-two showings.
One last time inside Reynolds Coliseum this season for the NC State Wrestling team, as the Wolfpack closes out its dual slate with an ACC battle against Stanford Friday night. Co-host Trent Hidlay catches up with Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio to look back at the exciting rivalry win at North Carolina, and the duo turn ahead to this weekend's clash with the Stanford Cardinal on episode #135 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. First-time guest Vince Robinson also joins Hidlay to talk about his first year in the lineup and his attention starting to turn to the post season and his run at a national title. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
First place in the ACC is on the line this Friday night, as #6 NC State heads to #18 North Carolina in a battle of the conference's lone undefeated squads in conference action.Co-host Brian Reinhardt visits with the returning Pat Popolizio to preview a great night of ACC action and much more on episode #134 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.The duo also talk about the return of National Duals, former national champion Nick Gwiazdowski's return to Raleigh, and invite Wolfpack fans on a bus trip up to Virginia Tech to conclude the season.
It is a double-dual weekend for the NC State Wrestling team, as the Wolfpack will host Duke in the ACC opener before heading to Oklahoma State to close the weekend. Co-host Trent Hidlay invites fans to PACK Reynolds RED Friday night vs. Duke then is joined by a Lee Cothran, host of the Dynasty Defined Podcast, to breakdown the matchup between the Pack and Cowboys on episode #133 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. #packmentality #wolfpackwrestling #ncstatewrestling #wrestlingpodcast SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
One final dual before the holiday break, the NC State wrestling team will head up to New York this weekend to face off against Cornell in one of the best duals of the weekend.Co-host Brian Reinhardt and Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio talk about some of the matchups and NC State's schedule in between the two semesters on episode #132 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.
The top in-season tournament of the season is going on this weekend in Las Vegas, the annual Cliff Keen Invite. Nine of the top 12 teams in this week's NWCA Coaches Poll will all be sending athletes, including NC State for the third straight year. On episode #131 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Trent Hidlay sits down with Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio to talk about the tournament, which Hidlay won twice himself. The duo talk about the travel out West and preview the Pack wrestlers that will be competing. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
On location from the USA Wrestling headquarters in Colorado, co-host Trent Hidlay sits down with NC State head coach Pat Popolizio for a PACKed episode #130 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.The duo recap all the action from last weekend - dual wins over App State, Princeton, and Rutgers - then turn their attention to the home dual this weekend against Utah Valley State, led by former Wolfpack assistant Adam Hall in his first season.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
NC State Wrestling hits the road for a pair of duals up in New Jersey on Sunday, first against Princeton and then Rutgers. On episode #129 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Trent Hidlay linked up with Rutgers Wrestling play-by-play announcer Nick Kosko and the duo goes through all the probable match-ups for a full preview. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
NC State Wrestling will host its first home dual of the season, as the Wolfpack will host Appalachian State Friday night inside Reynolds Coliseum. Co-host Brian Reinhardt and head coach Pat Popolizio preview the dual, and talk about how the first two weekends have gone on episode #128 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. We were wrong about the Princeton & Rutgers duals. They will not be streamed on FloWrestling, but will be on UFC Fight Pass (it only costs $2.99 to subscribe). Reinhardt also visits with the Pack's starter at 197 pounds, Christian Knop. Alabama's Athlete of the Year as a high school senior (among all sports), Knop chose the wrestling mat instead of the football field. He is now in his sixth season with the Pack and his first in the starting lineup. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
NC State Wrestling opened its 2024-25 campaign last weekend, and rolls right into the next competition heading up to Pennsylvania this weekend for a dual vs. Campbell and then a round-robin event. On episode #127 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Trent Hidlay visits with the newest member of the Wolfpack's coaching staff, Associate Head Coach Zack Esposito. Hidlay then sits down with his own recent training partner from this summer, Derek Fields, the Pack's second-year starter at 165 pounds. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
#PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: Ep. 126 - Weight-by-Weight Breakdown The 2024-25 NC State Wrestling season begins this weekend with a trip down to The Citadel for a tournament. On episode #126 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, co-host Brian Reinhardt sits down with Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio to go over each of the 10 weight classes and where things standing heading into the start of a new season.#packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
The 2024-25 NC State Wrestling schedule has been released, and Trent Hidlay sits down with Pack head coach Pat Popolizio to go over all the upcoming action on episode #125 of the Pack Mentality Pop-Ins Podcast. #packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
Trent Hidlay bumps up into the First Chair for episode #124 of the Pack Mentality Pop-Ins Podcast. The former Wolfpack All-American tracks head coach Pat Popolizio down and catches up with his former head coach to talk about the current preseason phase for the Wolfpack. Kai Orine then joins Hidlay as the two-time AA and ACC champ gears up for his final season on the mat.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
Summer is coming to an end and a new school year has just started at NC State. Perfect timing for a brand new season of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast to get started.Host Brian Reinhardt is joined by (now) former Wolfpack All-American Trent Hidlay for episode #as123 as the two talk about Hidlay's outstanding Wolfpack career, his transition to full-time training at the Wolfpack RTC, and there is a very special announcement to conclude the podcast.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
The 2024 ACC Championship will be hosted by North Carolina this year on Sunday, March 10. NC State leads the ACC with five top seeds, and the Pack also added three with the second seed. Meaning, the Wolfpack will have just two compete in the opening round, while the eight others have a bye into the semifinals as NC State goes for a sixth straight ACC title.Host Brian Reinhardt and Pack head coach Pat Popolizio go weight-by-weight for a complete preview on episode No. 121 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.#packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast
[powerpress] It doesn't get much better than this if you are a college wrestling fan, as the 2024 ACC Dual Championship is on the line Friday night inside Reynolds Coliseum!NC State (15-2) and Virginia Tech (9-3) sit alone atop the ACC standings both at 4-0 heading into the final weekend of the regular season.The winner will be the outright regular season champion. Host Brian Reinhardt and Pack head coach Pat Popolizio breakdown the dual and much more in episode No. 120 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Watch previous episodes of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: / @wolfpackrtc #packmentality#WolfpackWrestling#NCStateWrestling#wrestlingpodcast
The NC State Wrestling team is off to a 3-0 start in ACC, and will step out of action this weekend for a top-10 dual inside Reynolds Coliseum. Host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio talk about what has been going on in the Wolfpack wrestling program on episode No. 119 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.#8 NC State will host #9 Cornell Friday night at 7 PM in Reynolds Coliseum. Not only does the dual feature 19 ranked wrestlers among the 20 probably starters, but Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio will be facing a pair of his former grapplers who are now on the Big Red coaching staff.Watch previous episodes of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@wolfpackRTC #packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast
It is Rivalry Week as the Wolfpack will host the Tar Heels in an ACC battle inside Reynolds Coliseum. Host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio break down the dual that is sure to be PACKed with Wolfpack RED on episode No. 118 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.Watch previous episodes of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: / @wolfpackrtc #packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast
ACC action is just around the corner for the NC State Wrestling team, as the Pack will head up to Pitt on Jan. 26 to kick off conference action. Pennsylvania native Jackson Arrington joins host Brian Reinhardt on episode No. 117 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast to talk about his hot-start and top-5 ranking at 149 pounds, and his expectations for the rest of the season.
December is a busy month for college wrestling zig-zagging across the U.S. with some of the best action of the season. On episode No. 115 of the the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio recap a very success trip to Las Vegas for the annual Cliff Keen Invite.The Pack now turns its attention back to dual season, as #2 NC State will head to Nashville for the Collegiate Wrestling Duals. There will be three duals on Tuesday, Dec. 19 vs. Lock Haven, #16 Northern Iowa and #5 Ohio State.NC State Wrestling Team Store: https://takedownshop.com/collections/nc-state-2023-drop-2 #packmentality #WolfpackWrestling #NCStateWrestling #wrestlingpodcast
A very busy first month of the season has the NC State Wrestling team sitting at 7-0 and ranked #2 in the country. After three weeks of non-stop travel, the Pack will enjoy a well-deserved couple of days off. On episode No. 114 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, host Brian Reinhardt and Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio talk about some of the recent season highlights and what December looks like, especially gearing up for next weekend's Cliff Keen Invitational in Las Vegas. Tuffy Talk is our second segment. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Spreaker | Spotify | RSS
The NC State Wolfpack got their feet wet with a pair of dominant dual wins during the opening week of the 2023-24 collegiate season, now the Pack heads up to PA this weekend for both a pair of duals and a round-robin event.Host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio get Wolfpack fans caught up on episode No. 113 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Reinhardt then sits down with NC State's starter at 174 pounds, Alex Faison.The duo talk about Faison's long-time commitment to being in the Pack's practice room, his involvement with NC State's ROTC program, and his goals for his final collegiate season.
As the calendar turns to November host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio get Wolfpack fans ready for the upcoming season on episode No. 112 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.The duo go weight-by-weight through the 2023-24 NC State lineup as the Pack opens with a pair of duals this first week of the season. Popolizio also revisits Isaac Trumble's Gold medal performance at the U23 World Championships in Albania.
Join host Brian Reinhardt and NC State junior Isaac Trumble on episode #111 of the PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Trumble will soon be heading to Albania, his first time out of the U.S., to compete at 97 kg at the 2023 U23 World Championships. He also goes in-depth about his participation in NC State's ROTC program, and what this upcoming season looks like for him as he plans to redshirt.
Join host Brian Reinhardt and NC State wrestling head coach Pat Popolizio for episode #110 as they catch #WPN up on the Pack's quickly-approaching 2023-24 season. The duo also talk about the recent Wolfpack RTC action, look into NC State's season schedule and go over the recent NCAA rule changes.Get the video version of the show at https://www.youtube.com/@WolfpackRTC
Hayden Hidlay didn't check all the equipment, so Episode 109 starts off with an apology, an unnecessary one, but an apology nonetheless. Coach Pat Popolizio and Hidlay recharge the batteries and fire up the show. Tuffy Talk will also win the bid as a guest host for the second part of the show today.We'll recap the U.S. Open as well as some other big news centering around the NC State wrestling family such as Michael Macchiavello heading right from the U.S. Open to the Pan Am Championships in Buenos Aires and not giving up a point.We'll preview the U20 and U23 World Team Trials coming up the first weekend in June in Ohio. Macchiavello will head to Final X as well on June 10 in Newark, N.J.Hayden will also drop some information on his big news. Hayden will move over 1,400 miles from Raleigh to Fargo to take on a coaching position for former NC State assistant Obe Blanc at North Dakota State. The good news is Hidlay will only have to move one letter from anything he's got embroidered - NC State to ND State.Tuffy Talk is our second segment.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
Hayden Hidlay returns to Raleigh to recap the NCAA Championship performances with head coach Pat Popolizio on Episode 108 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. The featured interview for this episode is with 157-pounder and All-American Ed Scott. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
Hayden Hidlay and Pat Popolizio preview the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships from Pat's house after Hayden had to reconfigure his schedule because he needed to lift. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
Hayden Hidlay and Pat Popolizio sit down to break down the NC State Wolfpack's prospectus at the upcoming ACC Championships this weekend. It's not just big for qualifying, but the Pack also are serving as the tournament hosts this year. We'll also recap the UNC dual first as well as some things for the Pack fans to know. Show Segments0:45 - “Hayden, always great to see ya.”2:20 - Casino Night on March 3 and Social Information. 4:45 - ACC Ticket information, because we have fans back!5:45 - NCAA Social information & T-Shirt info. 6:50 - Hayden's allergies have already hit. 7:40 - Recapping the North Carolina win. 18:00 - Previewing the ACC Tournament. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
After a big win at home vs. Pittsburgh, head coach Pat Popolizio joins host Hayden Hidlay on Episode 105 to talk about that as well as preview the upcoming dual with the Tar Heels of North Carolina. 125-pounder Jarrett Trombley is this episode's featured interview.Show Segments0:55 - Pat is always glad to see Hayden. 1:30 - Action Packed Weekend (including that big game last Sunday)4:35 - Casino Night is coming on March 3 prior to the ACC Championships. 5:30 - The NCAA social information is also forthcoming. 6:04 - Looking back at Pitt and ahead to Carolina. 27:30 - Jarrett Trombley Interview SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
The multi-talented Hayden Hidlay returns for Episode 104 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast with guests head coach Pat Popolizio and and true-freshman 149-pounder Jackson Arrington. Show Segments1:02 - Hayden shakes off the rust and Pat claims he's good for 4 a.m. podcast recordings. 3:40 - Pitching the ACC Championships here at Reynolds this year. 5:00 - Look at all the clovers! Casino Night information for the Wolfpack RTC.9:30 - Giveaway information for the match!11:40 - Where we've been since Episode 103.14:30 - What's Pop look for when competing against Pitt. 28:23 - Super Bowl Bonus Question. 30:00 - Pat asks Hayden about donuts. 32:30 - Jackson Arrington Interview. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
Looking back at the first part of the season as Episode 103 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast rolls on with head coach Pat Popolizio and host Hayden Hidlay. Show Segments1:00 - Coach Popolizio is always happy to see Hayden. 1:50 - First semester recap from Coach Popolizio. 3:30 - Collegiate Duals: NC State wins the Red Pool. 11:15 - Time off, meet travel problems. 12:30 - Hayden will take Tool as his long drive musical selection, then switch to … the Eagles?14:25 - Looking at the win over Binghamton.16:40 - F&M Open recap.22:00 - Previewing Army West Point. 28:00 - New Year's Resolutions? Hayden has a big announcement, and it's not about Krispy Kreme.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
Wolfpack wrestling is coming off a trip to Las Vegas and the Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational and now another challenge awaits as the Pack will head to New Orleans, Louisiana on December 19-20 for the Journeymen Collegiate Duals, which features nine Top 25 teams in the 12-team field. Join host Hayden Hidlay and coach Pat Popolizio to talk all things Pack wrestling and meet new NC State Wrestling Director of Operations Mackenzi Wood on Episode 102! Pat doesn't actually sing on this episode.Show Segments0:45 - Welcome. Pat doesn't deviate much from his welcome.2:20 - Runner-up at the CKLV and thoughts on the performance.18:00 - Collegiate Duals Preview - Cal Poly and Lehigh on first day.22:00 - Hayden's food quest in New Orleans.26:00 - Pat and Hayden's Christmas questions.32:15 - Mackenzi Wood Interview.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Spotify
We move into December with Episode 101 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Host Hayden Hidlay will talk with NC State head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio on the happenings in and around the program before getting with the show's featured interview, 197-pounder Isaac Trumble.Show Segments0:45- Welcome. Pat's always happy to see his co-host. 1:30 - Recapping CMU and Illinois. 7:20 - Staying on campus for Thanksgiving to prep for CKLV.8:08 - Thanksgiving Question: Too much hype and too little hype on food.10:30 - Hayden trying to talk a big game on in-room scraps. 11:40 - Looking at the CKLV (with a hat tip to the show's former host)14:30 - Who's going to CKLV and why.25:00 - Some stuff Hayden's doing, that he never thought he'd be doing.27:18 - Question: How do you curb the medical forfeit problem. 29:15 - Trent's Bonus Question: Best win and loss of Pat's careers. 33:30 - Isaac Trumble Interview.
It's spanned five years, two hosts, dozens of guests, but just one head coach. We've finally made it to the milestone 100th episode of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Host Hayden Hidlay speaks with head coach Pat Popolizio to celebrate the mark and talk about the start of the season before getting to the show's featured guest, heavyweight Owen Trephan. Show Segments1:00 - Pat's intro really has never changed, despite the host. 1:30 - Pat taking all the credit for Brian Reinhardt's hustle on the first 97 episodes. 2:00 - Setting the stage for the episode. 5:15 - Recapping the App State win. 7:20 - Lock Haven and Nebraska wins at WrangleMania. 13:15 - Journeymen Collegiate Classic across town in Bethlehem.18:00 - Previewing Central Michigan. 22:30 - 100 second wrestling trivia vs. Owen Trephan. 28:20 - Owen Trephan Interview.SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INS Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOW And if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too.
Episode 99 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast will get a recap of the U23 World Championships with Trent Hidlay's performance, a wrestle-off recap and then looking ahead to the annual early-season dual with App State. Host Hayden Hidlay will also introduce Pack fans to new Sports Information Director Jonas Pope IV. Pope spent 16 years in the print world and is now working on the other side of the media world in Athletic Communications. Show Segments0:30 - Regular folkstyle sleep patterns. 1:45 - Recapping the U23 World Championships.4:10 - Looking back at the Wolfpack Wrestling Club function prior to wrestle-offs.5:45 - Impressions of the wrestle-offs. 8:20 - Talking App State. 18:20 - What's Pat's deal with Halloween candy?19:25 - Meet Jonas Pope IV.
Episode 98 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast is back at you with head coach Pat Popolizio and 141-pounder Ryan Jack, an NCAA qualifier a year ago. One thing you'll immediately notice is the show has a new host as five-time All-American and current Student-Athlete Development Coordinator Hayden Hidlay. Practice has started officially, so the season is here. What's in store for the Pack this season?
Episode 98 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast is back at you with head coach Pat Popolizio and 141-pounder Ryan Jack, an NCAA qualifier a year ago. One thing you'll immediately notice is the show has a new host as five-time All-American and current Student-Athlete Development Coordinator Hayden Hidlay. Practice has started officially, so the season is here. What's in store for the Pack this season? SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
The show WILL go on as Episode 97 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast is once again joined by head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio and host Brian Reinhardt. There's been some news floating around about the status of said host, preseason, and the schedule. Show Segments 1:00 - Preseason Week 3 is rolling on. 2:00 - Hey, the schedule is out! 4:00 - Where are we with the recruiting process? 5:30 - Who are the stellar hosts when it comes to hosting the recruits? 6:00 - Hosting the ACC championships! 7:30 - Wrestle-off information. 9:30 - Breaking down the schedule. 22:00 - Brian's final show and the new host reveal! SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
The show must go on as host Brian Reinhardt and head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio are back for another episode of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. Show Segments 0:50 - Welcome, we're back and Pat isn't going anywhere. 2:19 - Pat is entering his second decade in Raleigh. 3:25 - We've got a new staffer! 4:20 - Daycare facilities to be added to the wrestling room? 6:00 - What's the month of August look like for Wolfpack wrestling and the new rules impact? 11:00 - Lineup discussion and training plans. 12:30 - Who has stepped up? 13:40 - Coaches would crush the athletes on the track! 14:30 - Trent Hidlay readying for U23 Worlds. 16:30 - The office is NOT a Starbucks, Hayden. 19:30 - Tariq Wilson did some wrestling. 21:00 - App State will kick off the home schedule on a Friday this year. 23:30 - The Golf Outing information. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
You typically don't get a lot of coverage when you're redshirting in college wrestling. Episode 95 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast will change that, highlighting three wrestlers who will be looking to attack the lineup next year after redshirting in 2021-22. Host Brian Reinhardt gets an update from head coach Pat Popolizio about the upcoming World Team Trials before sitting down with Derek Fields, Joey Milano and Brock DelSignore. Redshirt Segments 19:00 - Derek Fields 26:00 - Joey Milano 31:00 - Brock DelSignore SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS
After Brian Reinhardt and Pat Popolizio gave each other some time away from one another after the close of the college wrestling season, but now it's time to kick up that glorious offseason wrestling content. It's so good, it'll make you crave more wrestling - which is just what we have. We'll recap the Pack performance at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships, look back at the careers of the Wolfpack's six Super Seniors and break down what the next month of competition looks like for the freestylers. And no, Pat will not be taking any bumps from giant mouse traps to get to the 30-minute mark. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
It is postseason time on a brand-new episode of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast. NC State head coach Pat Popolzio and host Brian Reinhardt recap the Pack's fourth straight ACC Championship, and then turn their attention to previewing the 10 NCAA qualifiers from NC State who will be traveling to Detroit for the 2022 NCAA Championships. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
ACC Tournament Preview with Pat Popolizio and host Brian Reinhardt. Gonna quickly recap home wins against North Carolina and Virginia Tech before breaking down the NC State prospectus for the coming weekend in Charlottesville. Enough with the formalities, let's get to the show. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS
After a “quick” up and back to Pittsburgh where the fourth-ranked Wolfpack came home with a victory over the Pitt Panthers, host Brian Reinhardt and NC State head coach Pat Popolizio are back at home talking about the warm weekend and the upcoming closing weekend with Senior Night vs. North Carolina and the rescheduled non-conference dual with Virginia Tech. We'll then talk with two seniors who have spent their time in Raleigh and will be honored against North Carolina - Ohio native Matt Fields and Pennsylvania native Jarred Papcsy. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
Host Brian Reinhardt gets to go home this week as the squad heads to Pittsburgh - the kicker is - the Wolfpack is bussing up to Pittsburgh for a dual with the Panthers. Coach Pat Popolizio points out how much Brian sleeps along the way and how Pat will still continue to ration the cold cuts for lunch on the ride. Before getting to the dual with Pittsburgh, Brian and Pat look back at the Pack's big win at home over Virginia. Pittsburgh starts a run of three straight solid duals to close the season with Pittsburgh, North Carolina and the re-scheduled dual with Virginia Tech. Coach Popolizio is looking forward to being able to wrestle in front of the PA native's families. The featured interview portion of the show will highlight North Carolina native Tyrie Houghton, a mechanical engineering major who's worked his way into the starting lineup among some very accomplished upper weights. Houghton comes into the interview with a black eye, good thing it's audio. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
It's got to be the meat of the dual meet season for coach Pat Popolizio, because that's yet another consecutive week The Skip is on his own show. Join host Brian Reinhardt and head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio on Episode 89 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast as the pair talk about the last two weeks of general craziness and the upcoming dual with Virginia. The special interview section of the program - not that coach isn't special to us - is with super senior Hayden Hidlay, a four-time All-American winding down the last two months of his exceptional and extended college wrestling career. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
Back at home in Raleigh is the place to be for Episode 88 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast with host Brian Reinhardt and head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio. Today's show is simple: No. 5 NC State vs. No. 7 Virginia Tech on Friday, January 21. That's the show. That's the entire show. Pat Popolizio talks about the start of the ACC dual meet season and the impact these duals have on the conference and the program. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
It's a new year but the season still rolls on as does the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast with its 8th episode. Joining award winning host Brian Reinhardt is NC State head coach Pat Popolizio and recently named ACC Co-Wrestler of the Week Ed Scott. Discussion will talk about the upcoming stretch of the season, but a lot of chatter about the recent Collegiate Duals in Florida which saw the Pack push top-ranked Iowa to the limit and Scott pick up a victory over Kaleb Young, courtesy of an absolutely ferocious headlock. All that and more on Episode 87. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
The NC State Wolfpack is off to a strong start to the season but will be challenged by in-state rival and always pesky Appalachian State. On Episode 86 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, host Brian Reinhardt and head coach Pat Popolizio discuss the recent dual victory over Gardner-Webb and the start of the season and what exactly is going on with sorting out the lineup. We'll also look forward to the dual with App State on Sunday in Boone. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INSApple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOWAnd if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content — scratch that — if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own?Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.
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