FALL '26 Episode 3: Generations of Greatness
About this episode
The episode explores the changes in the experience of being a Penn State football player from the late 1900s to the digital age through the perspectives of two former players from different generations.
How much has playing football for Penn State changed between the late 1900s and the digital age? This week, we consult our in-house experts: Two former football players, separated by 30 years exactly (Brandon Noble, freshman 1992 & Landon Tengwall, freshman 2021), compare their experiences to see how much "being a Penn State Football player" has changed from one generation to the next and how it has morphed to fit the times. HOSTED BY: Brandon Noble , Landon Tengwall , Chris Buchignani The Obligatory PSU Podcast will be brought to you once again this season 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. This year, the guys at Gold Hen are teaming up with Landon Tengwall to put a distinctly Penn State spin on their signature product with a special batch of Blue-and-White-themed Gold Hen 58. The best way to support the show this season is to try some for yourself – go to GoldHenLLC.com and reserve your autographed bottle of Gold Hen…
Topics covered
- football history
- Penn State
- generational change
- athlete experiences
- sports culture
Sponsors
Gold Hen
More episodes of The Obligatory PSU Podcast
- FALL '26 Episode 10: Philadelphia Freedom
- FALL '26 Episode 9: Marshall the Troops
- FALL '26 Episode 8: Penn State Roster Review (Defense)
- FALL '26 Episode 7: Penn State Roster Review (Offense)
- FALL '26 Episode 6: The Last James Franklin Show
- FALL '26 Episode 5: The Zen of Matt Campbell
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