FALL '25 Episode 16: So Close, Yet So Far

About this episode

The episode discusses the recent game against Indiana, highlighting the disappointment and resilience of the Penn State football community.

From the players to the coaches to the fans, everybody brought their Saturday best against Indiana, but in keeping with the theme of this cursed season, it wasn't enough. The Hoosiers prevailed, and in heart-breaking fashion, narrowly avoiding a costly upset loss and denying Coach Terry Smith and the beleaguered Penn State fanbase the signature win they deserve. And yet amid that disappointment there also arose a powerful reminder of everything that makes Penn State football great - the resilient stuff that will survive this moment as it has endured many tougher trials in the past and will be here waiting, strong as ever, when the storm breaks and the next coach arrives. HOSTED BY: Brandon Noble , Mike "The Mailman" Herr , Kevin Horne , Chris Buchignani The Obligatory PSU Podcast is brought to you all season long by Gold Hen , a Penn State alumni-owned company, makers of the truly one-of-a-kind Gold Hen Bloody Mary Mix. Try it today by going to: GoldHenLLC.com The unique flavor profile of Gold Hen Bloody Mary Mix complements a variety of alcohols and makes an excellent marinade or cooking ingredient. The best way to support the show this season is to try some for yourself – go to…

People in this episode

Hosts: Brandon Noble, Mike "The Mailman" Herr, Kevin Horne, Chris Buchignani

Topics covered

• Penn State football
• game analysis
• coaching
• fan experience
• resilience

Keywords

• Penn State
• Indiana
• football
• coaches
• fans
• Gold Hen
• Bloody Mary Mix

Sponsors

Gold Hen

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Indiana, Penn State, Michigan State

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