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Wolfpack Radio

by Mark Hawald

Wolfpack Radio Podcast. The World's Greatest Wrestling Podcast that is not about wrestling. We try to grow our pack each week by bringing in alpha stars to tell us about the amazing things they do.

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Episodes

  1. Sal Corrao

    Rockstar Sal Corrao talks to Mark and Chad about his band Who Saved Who, growing the Lake Erie Surf Punk genre, becoming a realtor, and flipping pancakes. He also connects his current journey to his days wrestling for St. Edward High School and John Carroll University.

  2. Frank Favaro

    Frank Favaro was a member of the greatest high school wrestling team ever. Now he uses wrestling lessons and his experience in the construction industry to help others with his business ServeCentric. He talks with Mark and Chad about customer service and shares some wrestling stories.

  3. Jason Kessen

    Jason Kessen is a Hall of Fame and All-American Wrestler. He also is a veterinarian at Kessen Veterinary Clinic where he works almost exclusively on race horses.

  4. Chris Poland

    Chris Poland returns to the podcast. He just made his MMA debut and talks with Mark and Chad about the transition to fighting - while still being a wrestling coach, dad, and soon to be husband!

  5. Samuel Neider

    2x Ohio State Champ and 2x NCAA All-American Samuel Neider joins the Wolfpack. Samuel brings power and energy as he shares the story of his Pitwalk and how he helps men find a Higher Purpose.

  6. Blake Dixon

    Wolfpack regular Blake Dixon talks about his recent trips to Africa and the Middle East. He explains how to avoid going to prison in Kenya and how to become a Jordanian.

  7. Joe Boardwine

    Joe Boardwine was a 2x Ohio State Champ, Division I Wrestler, and Division I Head Coach. He talks with Mark and Chad about wrestling, his music career, his grappling school - and shares an important message about following your heart.

  8. Will Porter

    Will Porter was a 2016 NCAA Qualifier for John Carroll. A few years later, he spent one year in prison on an assault charge. He shares his story, how wrestling helped him get through his sentence, and how he has grown as a person from this experience.

  9. Kyle Nelson

    Before Iamgenre was a musical artist and producer, he was Kyle Nelson, an accomplished wrestler in Stark County Ohio. After head injuries ended his athletic career, Kyle found music. He tells Mark and Chad about his LA musical journey, some Midwest antics, and how sound affects our physical and...

  10. Hank Porcher

    Hank Porcher went from coaching club wrestling to cornering in the UFC. "This Old Man" shares the origins of Tough as Nails Crossfit and BJJ, how he improved the Florida ecosystem, and the mystery of his grandfather's box of gold.

  11. Sam McIntosh

    Sam McIntosh is a professional dancer, dance professor, and competitive dance battler. The former wrestler also competed on So You Think You Can Dance and currently strives to preserve and cultivate the dance culture in Cleveland, Ohio.

  12. Derek Ankney

    The 2021 6A Texas Girls Coach of the Year, Derek Ankney was also an All-American in 2004 for John Carroll. Derek talks to Mark and Chad about Texas Wrestling, Rodeos, Hurricane Harvey, and doing the "Party Boy" for Greek Week.

  13. Teague Moore

    An NCAA Champ, Head Coach, Hiker, Builder, and Inventor, Teague Moore is now The Wrestling Consultant. Teague is helping wrestlers and parents navigate through the challenging landscape of college recruiting.

  14. Erin Song

    Performance Coach Erin Song works with athletic teams to assist with goal-setting and improving mental performance. In this episode, she provides Chad and Mark some guidance so they can maximize their potential.

  15. Scott Mattingly

    Scott Mattingly, the 2008 Lake High School Talent Show Champion talks tiny houses, mascots, and the loss of wrestling at Eastern Michigan. We also solve a Stark County mystery that has alluded authorities for over a decade.

  16. Joe Klema

    Joe Klema shares his battle with addiction, how wrestling impacted his sobriety, and how he now coaches others to take on the formidable opponent that is drug and alcohol addiction.

  17. John Jeffire

    John Jeffire is a world traveler, poet, author, badass, national champion coach, national coach of the year, etc. John shares a few stories along with some writing advice and inspiration to Mark and Chad.

  18. Mitch Kusmier

    Mitch Kusmier was a wrestler and Army ROTC Cadet at John Carroll University. Shortly after graduation, he was deployed to Iraq. Mitch shares his first major combat experience with Mark and Chad.

  19. Aleko Poinar

    2-0 MMA Fighter Aleko Poinar is training with Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas and prepping for his next fight. Aleko talks with Mark and Chad about the life of an up-and-coming MMA star and his Northeast Ohio wrestling roots.

  20. Phil Mansueto

    A New York high school and Cleveland State wrestling legend, Phil Mansueto brings the same intensity to outdoor education. Mark and Chad talk to Phil about impacting lives at the Ivy Academy, wrestling at CSU, and how he continues to grind every single day.

  21. Chad Teague

    Chad Teague of Code Chiro is a performance coach for several amateur and professional athletes. Mark and Chad chat with Dr. Teague about wrestling, fad diets, and great tips we can all include in our daily lives.

  22. Jim Ayers

    Mark and Chad talk with Jim Ayers, a well-known All-American Wrestler, Team Leader, Podcast Host, and Well Drilling Tycoon.

  23. Wendell Christian

    Mark and Chad talk with former college wrestler, current personal trainer, and future fitness icon - Wendell Christian Jr.

  24. Father Frank Brown

    An Ohio High School State Champion, Division I Wrestler, and now a Catholic Priest. Father Frank Brown shares his unique journey with Mark and Chad.

  25. Michael Mannozzi

    From a 6th string college wrestler, to a collegiate national champion and top 3 in the USA in the sport of Race Walking, Michael Mannozzi shares his incredible story with Mark and Chad.

  26. Tyler Johnston

    Tyler decided to ride his bike across the country. Mark and Chad hear about his journey, life in Hawaii, and how he still approaches life like a wrestler.

  27. Superbowl Special

    Mark and Chad break down the big game and provide expert analysis on the NFL Championship.

  28. Sean Fee

    Mark and Chad talk with former wrestler, current author, and future motivational superstar Sean Fee. Sean talks about his book The Fine Line and his company Wellsport.

  29. Chaz Jimenez

    Mark and Chad talk with Chaz Jimenez. Chaz coaches wrestling and football at Key West High School. Chaz talks about the balance between having a championship mentality and living on an island paradise.

  30. Blake Dixon

    Mark and Chad spend some time with Blake Dixon. Blake wrestled collegiately for John Carroll University and his top accomplishment was qualifying for the 2018 NCAA Division III National Championships. A ferocious competitor, Blake now competes against climate change and for global sustainability....

  31. Wolfpack Radio with Rocco Mansueto and Ryan Summers

    2x AA Ryan Summers and former assistant Coach Rocco Mansueto join the wolfpack.

  32. Wolfpack Radio with Shane Mignogna

    1999 OAC Champ, NQ, and JCU grad Shane Mignogna joins the wolfpack.

  33. Wolfpack Radio with Chuck Angelo

    Former JCU assistant coach Chuck Angelo joins the wolfpack.

  34. Wolfpack Radio with Chris Poland

    We talk NWCA All-Americans and meet our new GA, Chris Poland

  35. Wolfpack Radio with Dan Mirman

    3x AA Dan Mirman joins the coaches to talk wrestling, construction, and quarantine.

  36. Wolfpack Radio with Jarrad Lasko

    2019 All-American Jarrad Lasko talks life after wrestling

  37. Wolfpack Radio with Dom Devine

    JCU senior Dom Devine joins Hawald and Rhoades.

  38. Wolfpack Radio with Blake Dixon

    2018 NCAA Qualifier Blake Dixon checks in and discusses Aqua Doc, coaching, and training in South America

  39. Season 2, Episode 15

    The coaching staff discusses NCAA cancellation, the Tiger King, and the Lockdown

  40. Season 2, Episode 14

    JCU Open recap and Regional Preview

  41. Season 2, Episode 13

    Otterbein Recap. JCU Open Preview. Special Guest Cynthia Hawald (Fitness Guru, Wrestling Wife, Non-Fan of Royal Family)

  42. Season 2, Episode 12

    Coming off a third place finish, the Wolfpack discusses the results of the Wheaton Invitational. Special Guest Stefan Farian talks cinema.

  43. Season 2, Episode 11

    OAC Duals recap. Wheaton Preview. Wrestling Motivation

  44. Season 2, Episode 10

    Talking about the BW dual, motivation, shout out.

  45. Season 2, Episode 9

    VERY SPECIAL GUEST - Rich Eslich. Plus a recap of the Blue Streaks trip to Florida and some non-wolf animal discussions.

  46. Season 2, Episode 8

    New Year's Resolutions

  47. Season 2, Episode 7

    Recap of 1st half of season and Christmas Stuff

  48. Season 2, Episode 6

    Updates from JCU Duals and RIT Tournament. Special Guest Kyle Murray

  49. Season 2, Episode 5

    Updates from Trine Invitational and Heidelberg Dual. Special guest Pete Cimironi of "Blood Time". Skynet, Shout Outs, Hunger Games, and more.

  50. Season 2, Episode 4

    Special guest Patrick McGraw. First competition recap. Winter is here. Apex predators. Listener Questions. And a shout out to our former wrestlers serving our country.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Wolfpack Radio Podcast. The World's Greatest Wrestling Podcast that is not about wrestling. We try to grow our pack each week by bringing in alpha stars to tell us about the amazing things they do.

HOSTED BY

Mark Hawald

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Wolfpack Radio Podcast. The World's Greatest Wrestling Podcast that is not about wrestling. We try to grow our pack each week by bringing in alpha stars to tell us about the amazing things they do.

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