Hardcore Penn State Football

Ep. 218 | What's Going On

01 May 2026

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Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast - Episode 149: Spring Ball Complete, Record 8 NFL Draft Picks, and the Recruiting Trail is BLAZING Welcome back t...

Ep. 217 | So It Begins

29 Jan 2026

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the go-to podcast for hardcore analysis, recruiting scoops, and unapologetic takes on the Nittany Lions!...

Ep. 216 | Hardies Awards

09 Jan 2026

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your unfiltered deep dive into Nittany Lions news, analysis, and fan-driven discussions! In this episode...

Ep. 215 | Cyclone Warning

07 Jan 2026

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the ultimate podcast for raw breakdowns, insider intel, and bold takes on the Nittany Lions! In this exp...

Ep. 214 | D'Anton

30 Dec 2025

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the premier podcast delivering raw analysis, exclusive breakdowns, and unfiltered passion for everything...

Ep. 213 | Pinstripe

27 Dec 2025

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your no-holds-barred hub for expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes scoops, and unapologetic opinions on t...

Ep. 212 | Return of the Mack

18 Dec 2025

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the go-to podcast for unfiltered breakdowns, exclusive insights, and fiery debates on Nittany Lions foot...

Ep. 211 | New Era

16 Dec 2025

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your ultimate source for in-depth analysis, insider scoops, and passionate discussions on all things Nit...

Ep. 210 | Fat Man

26 Nov 2025

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In this electrifying episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we celebrate a resilient Senior Day triumph as the Nittany Lions claw back with a 27-20 ...

Ep. 209 | "Previous Institution"

20 Nov 2025

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In this bombshell episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we tackle the seismic shakeup in Happy Valley and look ahead amid the chaos as the Nittany ...

Ep. 208 | Falling Upwards

13 Nov 2025

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In this raw and unfiltered episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we confront the painful reality of the Nittany Lions' heartbreaking 31-24 loss to ...

Ep. 207 | Cigs Are Good

06 Nov 2025

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In this must-listen episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we bring the heat with special guest Landon Tengwall, the former Nittany Lions offensive ...

Ep. 206 | Grounded

04 Nov 2025

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In this toothless episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we unpack the Nittany Lions' brutal 38-14 defeat at the hands of the No. 1 Ohio State Bucke...

Ep. 205 | Cory Squared

30 Oct 2025

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In this high-stakes episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we ramp up the intensity just days before the Nittany Lions face off against the top-rank...

Ep. 204 | Pilot

28 Oct 2025

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In this fresh episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we dive deep into the hottest topics surrounding the Nittany Lions as the 2025 season heats up!...

Ep. 203 | Hawked

22 Oct 2025

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In this episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we break down Penn State's heartbreaking 25-24 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium—the Nit...

Ep. 202 | Rumor Has It

16 Oct 2025

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Buckle up, Nittany Nation! In this raw, unfiltered episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we dive headfirst into the chaos that's gripped Happy Vall...

Ep. 201 | Speechless

12 Oct 2025

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In this explosive episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we break down the Nittany Lions' stunning upset loss to Northwestern— a game that has fan...

Ep. 200 | Battle Within

09 Oct 2025

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In this episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we preview the Nittany Lions' crucial matchup against Northwestern as they look to snap a frustrating...

Ep. 199 | Hotel California

07 Oct 2025

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In this episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we dive deep into the Nittany Lions' heartbreaking 42-37 loss to UCLA. We kick things off by breaking...

Ep. 198 | Part Two

02 Oct 2025

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Join us for the latest episode of Hardcore Penn State Football as we dive deep into the Nittany Lions' upcoming clash with UCLA this weekend! In this ...

Ep. 197 | Big Game James

30 Sep 2025

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Buckle up for the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we unpack the gut-wrenching 30-24 double-overtime loss to No. 6 Oregon in Week 6's White Out...

Ep. 196 | Duck Hunt

25 Sep 2025

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Get ready for the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we preview the electric White Out clash between No. 3 Penn State and No. 6 Oregon this Satur...

Ep. 195 | For Ducks Sake

23 Sep 2025

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Welcome back to the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast for our ultimate hype show ahead of No. 3 Penn State's electric White Out clash with No. 6 Or...

Ep. 194 | Champagne Supernova

16 Sep 2025

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Join the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we break down No. 2 Penn State’s commanding 52-6 victory over Villanova in Week 3 at Beaver Stadium...

Ep. 193 | Execution

11 Sep 2025

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Join the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we preview No. 2 Penn State’s Week 3 clash with Villanova at Beaver Stadium! Coming off a 2-0 start...

Ep. 192 | Yellow Light

09 Sep 2025

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Join the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we dissect No. 2 Penn State’s 34-0 shutout victory over FIU in Week Two at Beaver Stadium! The Nitt...

Ep. 191 | Going International

04 Sep 2025

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Welcome to another episode of the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast, where we dive deep into all things Nittany Lions! In this week's action-packed...

Ep. 190 | Receivers!

02 Sep 2025

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Join the Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast as we break down the No. 2 Nittany Lions' commanding 46-11 victory over Nevada in Week One at Beaver Sta...

Ep. 189 | Season Begins

28 Aug 2025

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Get ready for an explosive episode as we dive into Penn State Football’s Week 2 clash with Nevada! Hosted by Cory & Shawn, we’re joined by spe...

Ep. 188 | Season Preview & Predictions

26 Aug 2025

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Cory & Shawn are back to cover their 4th season of Penn State Football. In this episode they preview the Nittany Lions season. Where do they end u...

Ep.187 | Best in PA

19 Aug 2025

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Boys return and go over the following in Penn State Football Recruiting Recap New Commit Fan Questions Michigan "punished" How loud will the stadium ...

Ep. 186 | Test Go

12 Aug 2025

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football! Cory and Shawn return for their first live show in a while, sharing personal updates and discussing thei...

Ep. 185 | For the Fans

06 Jun 2025

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White Out = Oregon Boys = Back

Hardcore PSU FB: Ep.184 Locked & Loaded

09 May 2025

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Blue & White Game Penn State Portal Prowess NFL Draft Results

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 183 | Aggression

09 Apr 2025

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Shawn & Cory are back to talk Spring Practice, NFL Draft, Recruiting Updates & more Other topics: -Latest out of practice -Blue & White ...

Spring Cleaning Ep. 182

03 Apr 2025

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Cory & Shawn are back to discuss the beginning of Spring Practice, the results of Pro Day, big news regarding PSU RB commits, and more! Other to...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 181 | Cold Snap

11 Mar 2025

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Shawn & Cory talk PSU in the NFL & Beaver Stadium's Field having new naming rights Other topics: -Founder & CEO of West Shore Home, B.J....

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 180 | Running Back Stan

25 Feb 2025

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Cory & Shawn are back to catch up or mustard on the latest PSU news in February Other topics: -PSU loses Seider & gains Drayton at RB Coach ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 179 | Cooperation

06 Feb 2025

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Shawn & Cory reflect on the latest in Penn State's news. Other topics: -Jim Knowles starts at Penn State -Penn State hosts Junior Days -Latest ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.178: Knowles

28 Jan 2025

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Cory & Shawn react to Penn State's hiring of former OSU defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles Other topics: -What does this mean from a program ali...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 177 | The Hardies III

19 Jan 2025

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Shawn & Cory reflect on Penn State's 2024 Football season with the Annual Hardies Award Show Other topics: -Returnees -Latest Portal / NFL decla...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 176 | Almost

12 Jan 2025

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Cory & Shawn recap & react to Penn State's 27-24 defeat to Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff Semi Final. Other topics: -Individuals...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 175 | Semi Final

08 Jan 2025

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Shawn & Cory prepare for Penn State's first College Football Playoff Semi Final vs. Notre Dame Other topics: -Can PSU stop QB Riley Leonard? -Do...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 174 | The Second Horseman

03 Jan 2025

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Cory & Shawn recap Penn State's victory over the Boise State Broncos Other topics: -Fan questions -Playoff update -Recap -Notre Dame Sneak Peek ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 173 | Grand Canyon State

27 Dec 2024

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Shawn & Cory Preview & Predict Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Boise St Broncos Other topics: -Penn State lands another WR in transfer portal -B...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 172 | Glued

24 Dec 2024

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Cory & Shawn thaw after a freezing first round Penn State victory over SMU 38-10 Other topics: -Transfer Portal update - Enai White comes home -...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 171 | History

20 Dec 2024

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Shawn & Cory preview Penn State's first-ever Playoff opponent, SMU. Other topics: -Transfer Portal update -Fan Questions -SMU Preview -Playoff P...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 170 | Reload or Reset

17 Dec 2024

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Cory & Shawn take a look at every commit in Penn State's 2025 class Other topics: -QB Drew Allar set to return in 2025 -QB Beau Pribula hits Tra...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 169 | Pony Playoff

12 Dec 2024

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Shawn & Cory revisit the B1G Championship, Penn State landing the 6 seed, National Signing Day, and a look ahead to SMU Other topics: -Former as...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 168 | Pay The Bill

04 Dec 2024

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Cory & Shawn react to the latest CFB Rankings & Preview the Big Ten Championship Other topics: -Abdul Carter win B1G DPOY -All B1G Teams ann...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 167 | Date With Ducks

01 Dec 2024

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Shawn & Cory react to the Nittany Lions' victory over Maryland & a berth in the Big Ten Championship for the first time since 2016 Other top...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 166 | Beau On It

28 Nov 2024

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Cory & Shawn thankfully prepare for the Maryland Terrapins Other topics: -College Football Playoff Rankings -Maryland Preview -B1G Pickem -Predi...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 165 | Go-pher It

24 Nov 2024

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Shawn & Cory discuss PSU's scare at Minnesota 26-25 Other topics: -Franklin wins game -Defense & special teams struggle -Reactions -CFB land...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 164 | Pur-dy Good

17 Nov 2024

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Shawn & Cory breakdown Penn State's 49-10 beat down of Purdue -68 players get into the game -Warren for Heisman? -Reactions -CFB landscape ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.163: On Track

14 Nov 2024

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Shawn & Cory breakdown the latest in the CFB Playoff Rankings & preview Penn State - Purdue Other topics: -CFB Playoff Rankings -Notes from ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.162: White Wash

12 Nov 2024

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Cory & Shawn revisit Penn State's 35-6 demolition of Washington during their annual White Out Other topics: -Fan questions -Streaming killing Wh...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.161: Peacock

07 Nov 2024

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Hardcore PSU: Ep. 160 | Purgatory

05 Nov 2024

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Cory & Shawn reflect on Penn State's 20-13 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes in front of a record-setting crowd of 111K. Other topics covered in t...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 159 | Buckeyes

31 Oct 2024

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Shawn & Cory quickly recap Penn State's Wisconsin win before turning to the biggest game of the season: Ohio State vs. Penn State. Other topics ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 158 | Jumping

25 Oct 2024

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Cory & Shawn come off the BYE prepared for Wisconsin Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Fan Questions • Latest from Practice...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.157: California Love

14 Oct 2024

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Shawn & Cory recover from a Penn State 33-30 victory over USC in overtime. Other topics covered in today's episode include: • How did Penn Sta...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 156 | Trojan War

10 Oct 2024

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Cory & Shawn prepare for PSU's cross-country trip to battle the USC Trojans Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Can PSU slow do...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 155 | Bruined

08 Oct 2024

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Shawn & Cory sift through PSU's 27-11 victory over the UCLA Bruins Other topics covered in today's episode include: • No Singleton, no problem...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 154 | Californication

03 Oct 2024

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Cory Prepares for Penn State's first meeting with UCLA (as a member of the B1G) with special guest, Donnie Collins. Other topics covered in today's ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.153: Brought the Nois

02 Oct 2024

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Shawn & Cory react to Penn State's physical win over Illinois 21-7 Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Rapid Reaction • Illin...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 152 | White Out Energy

26 Sep 2024

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Cory & Shawn prepare for Penn State's White Out (?) vs. #19 Illinois Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Final Thoughts on Kent...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.151: Kent Count it!

24 Sep 2024

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Shawn & Cory reflect on Penn State's shutout of the Kent State Golden Flashes, 56-0 Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Los...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.150: Flash Sale

19 Sep 2024

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Cory & Shawn rebound after a sleepy BYE week for Kent State Other topics covered in today's episode include: • BYE Week News • Fan Questions...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.149: Escaped!

10 Sep 2024

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Shawn & Cory exhale after a close 34-27 victory over Bowling Green Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Rapid Reaction • Fan Q...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.148: Bowling in September

06 Sep 2024

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Cory & Shawn turn their attention to Penn State's home opener vs. Bowling Green Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Film room o...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.147: Awakening

04 Sep 2024

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Shawn & Cory debrief from Penn State's rout of WVU 34-12 Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Allar comes of age? • PSU flips ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.146: West Virginia Preview & Predictions

29 Aug 2024

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Cory is joined by Bill DiFilippo from Roar Lions Roar to prepare for West Virginia Other topics covered in today's episode include: • News from Ca...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.145: Season Preview & Predictions

24 Aug 2024

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Shawn & Cory preview the Penn State football season Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Schedule preview • PredictionsShawn &...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.144: Season Defense Preview w/ Landon Tengwall

18 Aug 2024

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Shawn & Cory are joined by former PSU OL Landon Tengwall to breakdown PSU's defense. Catch the Offensive Preview on Landon's show, Behind the Wall...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.143: Fall Approaching

11 Aug 2024

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Cory & Shawn reconvene as the season approaches Other topics covered in today's episode include: • New Commits in 2025 & 2026 Class • PS...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.142: CFB 25

18 Jul 2024

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Shawn & Cory talk about the White Out Announcement Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Former LB Curtis Jacobs gets drafted by D...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.141: Summer Vibes

11 Jul 2024

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Cory & Shawn try to rebound from a fantastic 4th of July Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Penn State Lands a DT Commit • Pe...

Hardcore PSU: Ep.140: Recruiting Bonanza

28 Jun 2024

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Cory & Shawn attempt to keep up with the flurry of commitments Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Penn State Student Tickets Lo...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 139 | Renovation

30 May 2024

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Cory & Shawn breakdown PSU's Beaver Stadium Renovation project Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Revenue Sharing • Jordan Hi...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 138 | Scoring Points

16 May 2024

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Cory & Shawn discuss optimism heading into the season Other topics covered in today's episode include: • NEW (old) COMMIT • FIlmroom • Hap...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 137 | May Flowers

09 May 2024

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Cory & Shawn discuss the latest Transfer Portal entries Other topics covered in today's episode include: • NEW COMMIT • LB to miss time • ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 136 | Into the Unknown

02 May 2024

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Shawn & Cory catch-up after eight Nittany Lions get drafted into the NFL Other topics covered in today's episode include: • NFL Draft • Tran...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 135 | Blue & White Breakdown

18 Apr 2024

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Cory & Shawn decompress from the Blue & White Game Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Spring Game • PSU WRs hit the ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 134 | The Latest

05 Apr 2024

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Shawn & Cory catch-up after two weeks Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Spring Practice Update • PSU Misses on in-state...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 133 | First Impressions

21 Mar 2024

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Cory & Shawn take a look at how spring practice is going so far Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Pro Day Results • OC ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 132 | Talkin’ Bout Practice

14 Mar 2024

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Cory & Shawn have notes from Penn State's first spring practice Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU NFL Free Agency • PSU...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 131 | Spring Practice

07 Mar 2024

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Shawn & Cory prepare you for Spring Practice Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU NFL Combine Results • Winter Workouts Wr...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 130 | Marching Forward

29 Feb 2024

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Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Winter Workouts • CFB Relegation System • New Recruiting Rankings • Bold Predictions MERC...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 129 | Working Out

22 Feb 2024

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Cory & Shawn talk position changes. Other topics covered in today's episode include: • New Commits (2)! • Winter Workout Standings • Playo...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 128 | Check My Temp

06 Feb 2024

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Shawn & Cory sift through Penn State's position groups. Other topics covered in today's episode include: • New Commit! • Fan Questions MER...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 127 | No Off-Season

01 Feb 2024

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Cory & Shawn start off Season 4 of Hardcore PSUFB by breaking down a long January with full of PSU news. Other topics covered in today's episode...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 126 | The Hardies Award Show 2023

15 Jan 2024

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Shawn & Cory recap the entire Penn State 2023 Season during the annual Hardies Award show! Other topics covered in today's episode include: • ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 125 | Bruised Peaches

04 Jan 2024

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Cory & Shawn breakdown what happened in the Peach Bowl, as Ole Miss takes care of Penn State 38-25. Other topics covered in today's episode incl...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 124 | Peach Bowl Preview

27 Dec 2023

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Shawn & Cory preview the Peach Bowl between Penn State and Ole Miss. Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Who is playing? • Wh...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 123 | Reloading

19 Dec 2023

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Shawn is joined by PSU Dylan to breakdown the 2024 Class Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Peach Bowl Updates • Media Day Notes...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 122 | Oh Man(ny)

12 Dec 2023

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Cory & Shawn say goodbye to DC Manny Diaz and discusses where Penn State should go next. Nittany Lions also land an OT from the Transfer Portal. ...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 121 | 2023 Season Recap | Best PSU Memories | Looking Ahead to Next Season

06 Dec 2023

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Cory & Shawn look back on their earliest ties to Penn State football, reflect on this past season, and set expectations for next year. • Breakou...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 120 | Just Peachy

06 Dec 2023

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Shawn & Cory talk through Penn State's new OC Andy Kotelnicki, the Transfer Portal opening, and Penn State heading to the Peach Bowl. Other topi...

Hardcore PSU: Ep. 119 | Ending on a High Note

30 Nov 2023

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Cory & Shawn reflect on Penn State's 42-0 shutout of Michigan State, talk about Penn State's All-B1G teams, and where they would like to see the N...