Talking Penn State Football History: Tom Wise
This week we take time to talk about the Penn State career of Tom Wise. Tom unexpectedly passed away on July 22, 2021 in Lakewood Ranch, FL. Tom played football at Penn State from 1977-1980. He was a defensive back from 1977-1979, then…
Talking Penn State Football History: John Shaffer
We are privileged to have the quarterback of Penn State's last national championship team as our guest this week. John Shaffer joins us to discuss his recruitment to Penn State from Cincinnati Moeller High School along with the trials and tribulations…
Talking Penn State Football History: Jim Rosecrans Tribute
We pay tribute to Jim Rosecrans this week. Jim passed away on December 22, 2022, at the age of 69. He attended Penn State and played the linebacker position from 1971-1975. Jim was banged up for a lot of his career but had a very good senior…
Talking Penn State Football History: Chris Sydnor
We take a look back at the 40th anniversary of Penn State's first national championship season this week. Our guest is Chris Sydnor who played defensive back on that squad. Chris played at PSU from 1981-1984. We not only discuss that…
Talking Penn State Football History: Rogers Alexander
We take another look at Linebacker U this week with our guest Rogers Alexander. Rogers played at PSU from 1982-1985 and led the team in tackles with 102 his senior season. He was a part of the 1982 National Championship team and his excellent play led…
Talking Penn State Football History: Steve Smith Tribute
Steve Smith passed away on November 20, 2021 from a lengthy battle with ALS. He was a fullback on Penn State's 1986 national championship team where he and Tim Manoa shared time. Steve played at Penn State from 1983-1986 and also in the NFL…
Talking Penn State Football History: Bruce Bannon
We call the "Heyday" of Penn State football the years spanning 1968-1975. Penn State played in 7 Major Bowl Games in 8 years. Our guest this week was part of that time period. Bruce Bannon joins us on the podcast as a Penn Stater from 1970…
Talking Penn State Football History: Brian Siverling
Our guest this week is another one of those big, bulky, protype tight ends that Joe Paterno loved. Brian Siverling joins us this week to discuss his Penn State career. He showed up in Happy Valley for the 1982 season and red-shirted…
Talking Penn State Football History: Rich Milot
Our hearts are heavy this week as we honor Penn State LB/HERO Rich Milot. Rich unexpectedly passed away on August 13, 2021 at the age of 64 and some of his teammates are joining us this week to pay tribute (Chuck Fusina, Bob Bassett, Lance Mehl,…
