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The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastRecapping the 2024 ND Football Season with Pat RyanPat Ryan joins the podcast to relive the 2024 Notre Dame football season, which included games we hope to quickly forget and games we will remember for the rest of our lives.2025-01-271h 18The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players for 2024 (10-1)Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer of Sports Illustrated join the podcast to discuss our rankings of the top 25 most impactful players on the 2024 Notre Dame football team. In this episode, we talk about the players ranked 10-1 on our aggregate list.2024-08-2434 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players for 2024 (20-11)Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer of Sports Illustrated join the podcast to discuss our rankings of the top 25 most impactful players on the 2024 Notre Dame football team. In this episode, we talk about the players ranked 20-11 on our aggregate list.2024-08-2329 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players for 2024 (HM and 25-21)We're back! Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer of Sports Illustrated join the podcast to discuss our list of the top 25 most impactful players on the 2024 Notre Dame football team. In this episode we discuss the players who received honorable mention (appeared on at least one ballot) and the players ranked 25-21.2024-08-2229 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players: 15-1Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer join the podcast to discuss our rankings of the top 25 most impactful players on the Notre Dame football roster for the 2023 season. This episode covers the players ranked 1-15 on our aggregate list.2023-08-151h 09The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players: 25-16 (and honorable mention)Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer join the podcast to discuss our rankings of the top 25 most impactful players on the Notre Dame football roster for the 2023 season. This episode covers the players ranked 16-25 on our list as well as those who received honorable mention.2023-08-1553 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastND-USC Live Reaction Pod with the FamNew podcast format for this episode. My two brother-in-laws and I shared our instant reactions before, during, and after Notre Dame’s loss to USC.2022-11-2718 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame Football Midseason Check-InPat Ryan joins the podcast to share his thoughts on Notre Dame’s 3-2 start to the 2022 season. We talked about how our expectations have changed and how we think the Irish will finish the season. (Four for Forty podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/four-for-forty/id1495713626)2022-10-1339 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop 25 Most Impactful Players and Looking Ahead to Ohio StateNathan Erbach and Mason Plummer join the podcast to discuss their rankings of the top 25 most impactful players on the 2022 ND football team and the upcoming game against Ohio State.2022-08-1737 min
Golden HomersTop 25 Most Impactful ND Football Players of 2022Fun episode on deck for you guys as we welcome on our friend Jack Leniart to breakdown our top 25 most impactful Notre Dame Football lists. We also give our thoughts on Buchner named QB1 and the WR room post Avery Davis injury and Joe Wilkins rehab news.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goldenhomers/support2022-08-161h 05The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastCFB Conference Realignment and Other Notre Dame NewsNathan Erbach (@Nathan_Erbach) joins the podcast to talk about ND Baseball’s new head coach, how the recent conference realignment news affects Notre Dame, and some early buzz about a couple of freshman on the NDMBB team.2022-07-2143 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTalking NDWBB’s path in the NCAA Tournament with Pat RyanPat Ryan joins the podcast to discuss Notre Dame’s first round matchup against UMass in the NCAA Tournament, potential matchups in future rounds, and what the ceiling is for the Irish this year.2022-03-1713 min
The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNathan Erbach breaks down NDMBB's matchup against Rutgers in the NCAA TournamentNathan Erbach joins the podcast to break down Notre Dame's matchup against Rutgers in the first-four play-in games of the NCAA Tournament. Can the Irish make a run? Will Blake Wesley bounce back after a subpar showing in the ACC Tournament?2022-03-1617 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastBonus Pod: More Reaction to the Brian Kelly NewsBonus Podcast! Here is the conversation that took place after Pat, Stan, JB, and myself finished recording our initial reaction podcast.2021-11-3026 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastReaction to the news that Brian Kelly is leaving Notre DamePat, JB, and Stan join the podcast to share their reactions to the news that Brian Kelly is leaving Notre Dame to become the next head coach at LSU. The conversation then shifts to what Notre Dame should do next and who will be the top candidates to replace BK.2021-11-3045 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastThoughts on ND’s season thus far, trends/developments, and looking ahead to the post season.Ben Belden joins the podcast to discuss Notre Dame’s 8-1 record, recent trends and developments for this team, the remainder of the regular season, and what the future holds.2021-11-1135 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame’s 5-1 start, the QB carousel, Offensive Line play, and a recruiting update.Nathan Erbach and Mason Plummer join the podcast to talk about Notre Dame’s first six games of the 2021 season, the quarterback rotation, the offensive line, how the rest of the season will play out, and recruiting.2021-10-1959 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame’s 3-0 start, the Wisconsin game, and outlook for the rest of the season.Ben Belden joins the podcast to talk about Notre Dame’s 3-0 start to the 2021 season, the upcoming game against Wisconsin, and how we feel this Irish team moving forward.2021-09-2341 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTop-25 Most Impactful Players for the 2021 Notre Dame football teamMason Plummer and Nathan Erbach join the podcast to discuss their rankings of the top-25 most impactful players on the 2021 Notre Dame football team.2021-08-2659 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastBlue-Gold recap, summer storylines, and recruiting with Nathan ErbachNathan Erbach is back on the podcast to talk about Notre Dame’s Blue-Gold game, storylines to follow heading into summer practices, and the 2022 recruiting class.2021-05-1438 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame Pro Day and the NFL Draft with Andrew Hall and Nathan ErbachAndre Hall and Nathan Erbach join the podcast to discuss who performed well at Notre Dame’s Pro Day and where the Notre Dame players will land in the upcoming NFL Draft.2021-04-071h 00The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNDMBB & Recruiting with Nathan Erbach (also updates on NDWBB and ND Hockey)Nathan Erbach joins the podcast to talk about the Notre Dame men’s basketball team, Mike Brey, and Notre Dame football’s 2022 recruiting class. Jack also gives an update on the Notre Dame women’s basketball team and the Notre Dame hockey team.2021-03-1232 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastSpring football storylines and Notre Dame’s statement on NILDaniel Morrison joins the podcast to discuss Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick’s recent statement on Name Image and Likeness (NIL) and which storylines he will be following during spring football.2021-02-2526 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastRose Bowl, Transfer Portal, and NDMBB talk with Nathan ErbachNathan And Jack talk about Notre Dame’s Rose Bowl loss and the recent transfer portal news. Lastly, we check in on the Notre Dame Men’s Basketball team and discuss their potential next season with the addition of Paul Atkinson.2021-01-0837 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastRose Bowl, Transfer Portal, and Looking Ahead to 2021Andrew Hall joins the podcast to talk about Notre Dame’s 31-14 loss in the Rose Bowl, the recent transfer news, and Notre Dame’s ceiling in 2021.2021-01-0633 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastThe 2020 season as a whole, Clemson Part II, and the CFP.Jack and Ben reflect on what has been a memorable 2020 college football season for Notre Dame. Then, we look ahead to the ACC Championship Game and Notre Dame’s status regarding the College Football Playoff.2020-12-1842 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastSyracuse Recap, ACC Championship, and NDMBB with Nathan ErbachJack and Nathan discuss Notre Dame football’s win over Syracuse on senior day, the upcoming rematch against Clemson in the ACC Championship Game, and the Notre Dame men’s basketball team.2020-12-1153 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastUNC Recap and Syracuse Preview (kinda)Jack and Ben discuss Notre Dame’s 31-17 victory over North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Then, the conversation shifts to Syracuse and the ACC Championship Game.2020-12-0351 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastBC Recap, UNC Preview, Injury News, Recruiting, and NDMBB TalkNathan Erbach and Ben Belden join the podcast to discuss a myriad of topics including: Notre Dame football’s most recent win over Boston College, the upcoming game against North Carolina, the most recent injury news, a busy week for Notre Dame recruiting, and NDMBB gearing up for the season opener.2020-11-2457 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastBoston College Recap and Recruiting UpdateOne-man show today. Jack recaps Notre Dame’s 45-31 victory over Boston College and talks about the latest recruiting news.2020-11-2118 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastWhat the Clemson victory means & Boston College previewJack and Ben are still riding high after Notre Dame’s massive victory over the top-ranked Clemson Tigers. They recapped the game and discussed what it means for Brian Kelly, Ian Book, and the program as a whole. Afterwards, they previewed Notre Dame’s upcoming game at Boston College.2020-11-1259 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastIt’s Clemson WeekI don’t know if you have heard, but there is a kinda big game this weekend. Jack, Ben, and Mason recap Notre Dame’s win over Georgia Tech and preview the monumental matchup against Clemson.2020-11-0635 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastTrevor Lawrence News, Pittsburgh Recap, and Georgia Tech PreviewJack and Ben react to the news that Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has tested positive for COVID-19. We then revisit Notre Dame’s 45-3 victory over Pitt last weekend and preview their upcoming game against Georgia Tech.2020-10-3036 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastLouisville Recap and Pittsburgh Preview with Ben BeldenJack and Ben recap Notre Dame’s somewhat frustrating 12-7 victory over Louisville last weekend. Then they preview what is sure to be a very fun and not at all annoying road game against Pittsburgh.2020-10-231h 00The Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastFSU Recap and Louisville Preview with Andrew HallAndrew Hall joined the podcast to breakdown Notre Dame’s 42-26 victory over FSU and preview the Louisville game this Saturday.2020-10-1532 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastFSU Preview with Ben BeldenBen Belden joins the podcast again to talk about Notre Dame’s upcoming game against Florida State. We talk about what we expect to see from the Irish after they were off for three weeks following a COVID-19 outbreak on the team.2020-10-0925 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame’s 52-0 win over USF, COVID-19 testing results, and NDMBBNathan Erbach joins the podcast to talk about the Notre Dame football team’s dominant win over USF, the latest COVID-19 testing results, the postponement of the Wake Forest game, and also NDMBB’s upcoming season.2020-09-2546 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame vs Duke Recap & What We Want to See Moving ForwardBen Belden joins the podcast to recap Notre Dame’s 27-13 victory over Duke this past Saturday. We talked about our key takeaways, players that stood out, and what we want to see moving forward.2020-09-1744 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastGuinness, Spring Football, Semi-Bubbles, and COVID TestingBen Belden joins the podcast to discuss the recent decisions from the Big Ten and PAC-12, Jeff Brohm’s spring football proposal, Mark Emmert’s recent statement, and COVID-19 testing at the University of Notre Dame.2020-08-1445 min
Under the DomeCollege Football in Peril: What went wrong?Ben (@realbbelden) and Jack (@Leniart_ND) discuss the latest news in college football amid the Big Ten and Pac-12 deciding to cancel their seasons this week.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-dome/support2020-08-1248 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastConversation with Daniel MorrisonJack welcomes Slap the Sign writer Daniel Morrison to the podcast to discuss his recent article about Notre Dame’s “Fighting Irish” nickname. The two also discuss the recent decisions by the Big 10 and PAC-12 to move to conference-only schedules and how that will affect Notre Dame.2020-07-1324 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame Football Q&AJack addresses the recent events in our country (0:01-2:00) and answers some listener questions about Notre Dame football (2:01-15:38).2020-06-1015 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNFL Draft Review with the Slap the Sign CrewMatt Clark, Nathan Erbach, and Mason Plummer join the podcast again to review the NFL Draft. We discussed where the Notre Dame players were drafted and how they fit with their new teams. We also talked about how the start of the upcoming college football season may be affected by the coronavirus pandemic.2020-04-3050 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNFL Draft Preview with Slap the Sign WritersMatt Clark, Nathan Erbach, Mason Plummer, and Connor McJunkin join the podcast to discuss the upcoming 2020 NFL Draft. The group shares their thoughts on the best fits for some Notre Dame players and when they will be selected.2020-04-2246 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastAnthony Fasano Interview and Hoops/Combine talk with Nathan ErbachJack talks to Anthony Fasano about his time at Notre Dame, transition to the NFL, and his career outside of football. Then Nathan Erbach joins the podcast to discuss the Notre Dame Men’s basketball team and the performances of Irish players at the NFL Combine.2020-03-0634 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastNotre Dame Women’s and Men’s Basketball UpdateJack talks about the season the Notre Dame Women’s basketball has had, and brings on Chase Eyrich to discuss the Notre Dame Men’s basketball team.2020-02-1023 minThe Slainte Route: A Notre Dame PodcastWelcome and Rocket Ismail InterviewWelcome to the inaugural episode of the Slainte Route! Jack talks about the genesis of this podcast and then talks to Notre Dame legend Rocket Ismail.2020-01-1925 min
Four for FortyPilot Episode 1: December 11th, 2019Welcome to the Squadratic Equation! The most balanced conversation in all of sports. Hosted by John Barry (JB), Stan Fronczak, Jack Leniart, and Patrick Ryan, we bring to you a nationwide conversation about the four most interesting topics in recent sports headlines. This week we talk about the rematch between Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz, the latest in the latest Patriots scandal, the MLB report on its baseballs and their contribution to the increase in home runs, and a proposed college football playoff model gaining support among Power 5 Athletic Directors. Each week we will also bring up our favorite moment of t...2019-12-121h 00
Under the DomeVandy Reaction: An Anemic Offense, Quarterback Questions, and Season OutlookJack Leniart (@Leniart_ND) joins the show with Ben to discuss Notre Dame and Vandy. How big are Notre Dame's problems? Could (or should) Brian Kelly re-examine the quarterback situation? After one quarter of their schedule, what is the outlook for the rest of the season going forward?
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-dome/support2018-09-1744 minUnder the DomePreviewing Michigan by Discussing Quarterbacks, Confidence, and Win PredictionsBen (@bbelden330) welcomes Nathan Erbach (@LasVegasIrish09) and Jack Leniart (@Leniart_ND) to the podcast to discuss the hot-button issue: The Notre Dame quarterbacks. They move on then to discuss their confidence in Wimbush and the team and then make official Michigan predictions.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-dome/support2018-08-2947 min