PODCAST · sports
The Mental Takedown
by Daniel Shi
The mental and psychological side of wrestling..... hosted by a self proclaimed nerd.
Episodes
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Chris Weiler: America's Best Walkout Song
Cowboys fan... Really?! Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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29 | THE DOC IS BACK IN TOWN- Zach Hartman Part 2: The Mental Takedown Wrestling Podcast
I swear he's curing cancer one day. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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DJ Hamiti: Wisconsin's Sparkplug | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 28
The cool cat is coming to Madison, 4 years of dance moves coming to the fieldhouse. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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Brock Bergelin: High-Wire Act | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 27
Full-Time Dream Job Grad School at CMU Badass Wrestler that's going to AA(mark my words) "There's nothing the man can't do!" Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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Brandon Paetzell and Luke Karam: Jersey + PA Double | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 26
Better Late than Never... This episode has sat on my laptop collecting dust for a while. I wish Brandon the best in his recovery Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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Brent Moore: Last Ride | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 25
It's not about how you start, it's not even about how you finish, it's the journey in the middle that's the most exhilarating. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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Ethan Lizak: Strength in Tattoos | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 24
He's starting to find his groove in the freestyle circuit... the backpack is coming back strong Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic Ethan's IG
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Christian Moody: On a Mission to Steal the Athletic Trainer's Job | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 23
This was one of my best decisions... Wrestling needs more entertainers and storytellers, Christian was one heck of an underrated guy in college, and allowing people to tell their stories is the most gratifying part of this show, what an underrated badass, go get 'em as an athletic trainer. Side...
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Josh Finesilver Part 2: Folks, Fine is in the Name | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 22
Y'all, Whenever I wanna feel terrible about myself... I bring a freaking warrior on the show... Nothing can get past him, not even the big bad COVID... Wouldn't you be freaking terrified of hat thumbnail face? If only looks could kill... Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are…
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Lawrence Saenz: Cal Poly's Coolest Mustang | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 21
Get on the bandwagon before it's gone... This California Cool kid is going to wreak havoc on the college scene this year. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic
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Eric Barnett: Chef/Philosopher Extraordinare | THE MENTAL TAKEDOWN EP. 20
Electric... Wisconsin guys always come through... Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic Eric's Twitter Eric's IG
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Episode 19 Feat. Zach Hartman
This one just blew my mind... PSA to Bucknell Nation- You've got a good one, Don't let him go. Thanks Zach for doing the show! Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts RadioPublic Zach's IG
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Episode 18 Feat. Kyle Burwick
The Pride and Joy of ND talks to a crazy southerner... Love me some Wisconsin Wrestling! Thanks Kyle for doing this and all the best next year. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker Google Pocketcasts…
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Episode 17 Feat. Killian Cardinale
The man himself WVU first AA under the new regime, 2 takedowns vs Spencer, and the best hair in all of the land... honestly such a candid and down-to-earth person. Thanks Killian for doing this and all the best next year. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your...
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Episode 16 Feat. Patrick Spray
Patrick Spray is the first one to understand the concept of the show, he is going to be a heck of a coach, and thanks so much for being so damn open during the interview. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We are now on all your favorite podcast platforms! Spotify Anchor Breaker...
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Episode 13 with Brandon Paetzell
This show is too much fun. I mean how could I not have Brandon on the show after I predicted that he would with the championship over Spencer Lee?! Brandon talks about the transition to college, the double edged sword that is the world of Social Media, and of course as a huge foodie, how could I...
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Episode 12 Alex Thomsen
I swear I am not becoming a Nebraska fan, I literally am the most impartial host out there, but man what can I say this episode had so much insight. We talk about the transition of losing 1 match in 4 years in high school to adversity as a freshman, and finding his identity throughout the season....
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Episode 11 with Vito Arujau
Some episodes are just too much fun they shouldn't even be allowed. The one and only Vito Arujau critiques my awful russian, explains the cultural differences between Russia and the US, the vast differences between folkstyle and freestyle, and finally of course, the most important thing of all,...
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Episode 9 with Noah Gonser
This episode I bring on Noah Gonser to talk about the parallels of COVID and his Eastern Michigan situation, the improvements that should be made throughout the season, his transition as a director of Ops at Campbell, and last but not least, his signature bow and arrow. Follow our Socials…
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Episode 8 with Taylor Venz
In this episode, after 8 episodes I finally get an upperweight on the show, and we talk about the ups and downs of his high school career, how he approaches the daily grind, and his coaching plans once his college career is all said and done. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube We...
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Episode 7 with Devin Schroder
For those of you who want to skip straight to the interview with Devin- 5:55 In this episode, Devin talks about the culture shifts at Purdue as a whole, how his individual rise alongside his team has helped him through the years, and why he decided to run an impromptu marathon. Plus I have a…
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Episode 4 with Ethan Lizak
In this episode, the backpack comes on the show to talk about all things top wrestling, the chaos surrounding this Olympic cycle, the sickest kneepad in the game, and finishing out his college career in dramatic fashion. All the best in your senior-level endeavors! Follow Ethan´s fire IG Follow…
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Episode 3 with Josh Finesilver
In this episode, Josh talks about the use of advanced stat measurements at Duke, taking a redshirt this year, the differences between senior level competition and the bright lights of the NCAA, and the emotions around the infamous strap moment. Follow our Socials: Twitter Instagram BLOG Youtube…
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Episode 2 with Travis Piotrowski
In this episode, Illinois 133 pounder Travis Piotrowski joins the show to reflect on his college career, what´s next for him in the coach´s chair, and whether he´ll ever throw the almighty challenge brick. Huge thanks to Travis for doing this, and this is a bad man that´s gonna slay whatever he...
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Episode I with Micky Phillippi
Our FIRST EPISODE! In this episode, Micky talks about everything from his experience in the classroom at Pitt, and how that has helped him apply a similar mentality to wrestling, to just how bomb his blueberry pancake recipe is. A huge shutout to Micky for willing to do this on such short notice....
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How many episodes does The Mental Takedown have?
The Mental Takedown currently has 25 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Mental Takedown about?
The mental and psychological side of wrestling..... hosted by a self proclaimed nerd.
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The Mental Takedown has 25 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts The Mental Takedown?
The Mental Takedown is created and hosted by Daniel Shi.
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