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    The Shamrock: A show about the Notre Dame Fighting Irish

    Pete Sampson talks about the college program that you either love to love or love to hate, the Notre Dame Fight Irish. This podcast takes you deep inside the Fighting Irish program.

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    The Shamrock Live: Big game vs Clemson this weekend Nov 03, 2023

    The Shamrock Live returns to preview Notre Dame's trip to Clemson and what a win in (the other) Death Valley would mean for Marcus Freeman and the program. We also chat about the sign stealing controversy at Michigan and if that helps explain what happened during Notre Dame's trip to Ann Arbor four years ago.


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    The Shamrock Live: What's next for Notre Dame? Oct 27, 2023

    The Shamrock Live jumps into transfer rumors, staff updates and what the Irish can prove the rest of this season.


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    The Shamrock Live: USC comes to town for a big game Oct 13, 2023

    The Shamrock Live previews Notre Dame's showdown with USC and the pressure on offensive coordinator Gerad Parker to get the Irish right with Sam Hartman at the controls. We also touched on Notre Dame's change of leadership and what it might mean for Marcus Freeman.


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    The Shamrock Live: Can Notre Dame's offense get back in gear? Oct 06, 2023

    The Shamrock Live broadcasts from Louisville head of Notre Dame's latest Top 25 game in primetime. What can the Irish show on Saturday night that makes them a better bet against USC a week from now? Has the run game gone stale? And which lessons are Marcus Freeman learning on the job versus simply show who he is as a head coach?


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    The Shamrock Live: Will Notre Dame bounce back at Duke Sep 29, 2023

    The Shamrock Live takes your questions on Notre Dame's ability to get its season back on track after the last-minute loss at Ohio State. The Irish offense got plenty of questions, particularly the passing game and Gerad Parker's willingness to lean into it.


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    The Shamrock Live: Can Notre Dame upset Ohio State? Sep 22, 2023

    This week’s episode of The Shamrock Live previews the big game from campus. What would a win mean for Marcus Freeman and Sam Hartman? And what are the biggest keys for the Irish to make a national statement?


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    The Shamrock Live: Previewing Central Michigan and lots of Ohio State talk Sep 15, 2023

    The Shamrock Live talked a little bit about Central Michigan and plenty about Ohio State. We also spend some time with subscribers wondering if college football would be ready for Notre Dame vs. LSU in the College Football Playoff.


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    The Shamrock Live: Notre Dame heads on the road to take on NC State Sep 08, 2023

    Pete Sampson takes questions from The Athletic subscribers on what to watch for on Saturday against NC State.


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    The Shamrock Live: Big win vs Navy & what to watch for vs Tennessee State Sep 01, 2023

    Pete Sampson takes questions from The Athletic subscribers on what to watch for on Saturday against Tennessee State, just how much Sam Hartman raises the ceiling on the program and whether this team's vibes are more 2005 or 2012 after the Navy blowout.


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    The Shamrock Live: Notre Dame ready to kick it off Aug 25, 2023

    The Shamrock Live: Our weekly Live Room experience for subscribers of The Athletic (and Notre Dame fans) kicks off with Pete Sampson, looking ahead to Saturday's opening night against Navy from Dublin and what we can expect as Year 2 begins for Marcus Freeman.


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    Notre Dame spring game reaction: Sam Hartman, Marcus Freeman & more takeaways with Tony Simeone Apr 24, 2023

    Notre Dame play-by-play voice Tony Simeone joins The Shamrock after calling the Blue-Gold Game on Saturday to talk Sam Hartman, Marcus Freeman and getting to know the Irish staff behind the scenes. We also chat a little hoops after Simeone called the final two seasons of the Mike Brey era, looking ahead to Micah Shrewsberry and how the Irish basketball can reboot moving forward.

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    Breaking down Michael Mayer, Isaiah Foskey & Notre Dame Draft prospects with Dane Brugler Apr 20, 2023

    The Shamrock returns with scouting aficionado Dan Brugler of The Athletic to talk through Notre Dame’s outlook for the NFL Draft, if Michael Mayer is really slipping and where Isaiah Foskey might slot next week.

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    Notre Dame spring update, Harry Hiestand's impact on the Irish & Marcus Freeman's evolution w/ Mike Golic Jr. Mar 14, 2023

    With Matt Fortuna away, The Shamrock calls on Mike Golic Jr. as co-host alongside Pete Sampson, talking Marcus Freeman’s evolution, Tommy Rees’ departure, Harry Hiestand’s retirement and how much spring practice actually matters. There’s a little Ted Lasso and Last of Us talk, too.

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    Tommy Rees leaves Notre Dame for Alabama Feb 04, 2023

    Notre Dame OC Tommy Rees is officially headed to Tuscaloosa to call plays for Nick Saban and Alabama. Pete and Matt react to the news and discuss who is on the short list to take over in South Bend.

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    'Let down spots' in Notre Dame's 2023 schedule, future of the QB room & need for better NIL proactivity? Jan 19, 2023

    Pete and Matt answer questions in real-time from Shamrock fans and listeners on The Athletic app's Live Room feature. The guys serve up their thoughts to: What are some "let down spots" in Notre Dame's 2023 roster? Can Marcus Freeman and co. right last season's playing-down-to-the-level-of-competition foible? Could Tyler Buchner transfer from ND with the addition of Sam Hartman? Can the Irish be more proactive instead of reactive in their NIL pursuits? And much more.


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    What Sam Hartman's addition means for Notre Dame, Irish's portal activity & CFP final thoughts Jan 13, 2023

    Pete and Matt discuss Notre Dame’s transfer portal activity, headlined by the game-changing addition of Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman. Plus, the guys discuss Irish opponent news and provide takeaways from the College Football Playoff.


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    Notre Dame wins Gator Bowl to finish season Dec 31, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 45-38 comeback win vs. South Carolina in the Gator Bowl.

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    QB Sam Hartman's potential impact on Notre Dame; Gator Bowl preview & NSD recap Dec 28, 2022

    Matt and Pete talk about what Sam Hartman could potentially bring to Notre Dame. Plus, signing day takeaways, a Gator Bowl preview and much more.


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    Vanderbilt HC Clark Lea on growth as a coach; Marcus Freeman; the Gator Bowl & more! Dec 20, 2022

    Vanderbilt head coach Clark Lea joins the show once again to discuss his growth as a coach, his time at Notre Dame, the strengths of Irish bowl opponent South Carolina and much more.

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    Was Michael Mayer snubbed from the Mackey Award? Should Tyler Buchner start the Gator Bowl & RB Dylan Edwards flips to Colorado Dec 12, 2022

    Pete and Matt recap the Notre Dame news of the week, including Tyler Buchner's status and if he should participate in the Gator Bowl, and RB recruit Dylan Edwards flipping his commitment to Colorado. The guys look at potential transfer portal targets, next week’s signing class, opt-out news, Michael Mayer and the Mackey Award, and much more.


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    Notre Dame is Gator Bowl bound! Who will be the Irish's new QB1? Dec 05, 2022

    Selection Sunday revealed Notre Dame's bowl matchup, South Carolina, in the Gator Bowl on December 30th. Pete and Matt take an early look at the Irish's bowl game and some of its wide-ranging implications, such as: who will start for ND at QB after Drew Pyne entered the transfer portal? Will Tyler Buchner be healthy enough to go? Can Shane Beamer and Spencer Rattler ride their recent wave of success to a 'W'? Plus, the guys share their CFP predictions.


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    The Irish lose their regular season finale to #6 USC, 38-27 Nov 27, 2022

    Pete and Matt report live from Memorial Coliseum after Notre Dame's 38-27 loss to USC. The guys discuss the Irish's offense, Caleb William's dominance, ND's run in November, and more.


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    Can Notre Dame slow down Caleb Williams & spoil USC's playoff hopes? w/ Antonio Morales Nov 22, 2022

    Antonio Morales, The Athletic’s USC beat writer, joins the show to preview the Battle for the Jeweled Shillelagh between Notre Dame and USC.


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    Notre Dame steamrolls Boston College, 44-0 + seniors' last home game & bowl projections Nov 20, 2022

    The Irish bulldozed Boston College and earned a 44-point win. Pete and Matt discuss if this is a watershed moment for the Irish in reestablishing their consistent outings against beatable teams. The pair also chat about ND's seniors and bowl projections.


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    Notre Dame looks for win #8 against Boston College on Senior Day w/ Ryan Harris Nov 17, 2022

    Former Fighting Irish OL and current Notre Dame color analyst Ryan Harris joins Pete and Matt in previewing Saturday's matchup against Boston College on Senior Day. What have been the locker room vibes heading into contests against lesser opponents? Will ND play down to their competition again this week? What bowl games could the Irish qualify for?

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    Notre Dame escapes Navy's 4th quarter comeback bid, 35-32 Nov 13, 2022

    After a cathartic and season-defining win in Marcus Freeman's first year last week versus Clemson, the Irish slid back and narrowly avoided an upset to Navy, winning 35-32. Pete and Matt zero in on the Irish's inconsistent play and their inclination to perform to the level of their competition. The duo also discusses the rushing game's lack of production, and what Freeman can do to help elevate his team against programs of lesser talent.


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    Notre Dame-Clemson biggest takeaway, Marcus Freeman's foundational win & ACC temp check w/ Eric Mac Lain Nov 08, 2022

    ACC Network analyst and former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain joins the show to dissect Notre Dame’s win over the Tigers, to talk ACC football as a whole, and to look ahead to what awaits Marcus Freeman and the Irish after a signature win.


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    Notre Dame CRUSHES #4 Clemson; the Irish are bowl bound! Nov 06, 2022

    Notre Dame orchestrated an exceptional 35-14 win over #4 Clemson in South Bend. Pete and Matt react to Marcus Freeman's signature win, and what this victory over the Tigers means for the program moving forward. Plus, the Irish are bowl eligible!


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    Can Notre Dame spoil Clemson's CFP bid & are the Tigers a legit title contender w/ Grace Raynor Nov 02, 2022

    The Athletic’s Grace Raynor joins the show to preview Notre Dame’s game against Clemson, talk about the Tigers’ recruiting philosophies and make sense of where the program stands ahead of its primetime showdown in South Bend.


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    Notre Dame runs all over Syracuse, 41-24 Oct 29, 2022

    The Irish's backfield logged over 200 yards rushing and greeted the endzone three times in a drubbing of #16 Syracuse, 41-24. Matt and Pete chat about the success of the running game, and the not-as-desirous outcome in the passing game. Can Drew Pyne ratchet up his game in ND's meeting with Clemson? The guys also discuss another great special teams performance as well as briefly look ahead to next week's date with the Tigers.

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    Notre Dame-Syracuse preview, Irish-ACC relationship & Clemson QB controversy? w/ David Hale Oct 26, 2022

    ESPN’s David Hale joins the show to preview Notre Dame’s trip to Syracuse. Plus, a discussion about the ACC’s relationship with the Irish, Clemson’s potential quarterback issues ahead of its South Bend visit, and much more.


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    Notre Dame stomps UNLV, 44-21 Oct 23, 2022

    Pete and Matt examine the Irish's 23-point win over UNLV in South Bend to climb over the .500 mark. The offense clicked, especially in the opening quarter where ND scored 23 points. The special teams unit shined by forcing some turnovers to aid in that 23-point 1st quarter. Although Notre Dame poured it on, there's still yet another gear that the team can achieve. The guys weigh the talent in the program versus its production. Plus, looking at the bright spots and improvements through eight weeks.

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    Jess Smetana chats Notre Dame fandom, Marcus Freeman's inconsistencies & reflecting on Stanford Oct 21, 2022

    Notre Dame alumna and podcaster extraordinaire Jess Smetana joins The Shamrock to find meaning in Marcus Freeman’s inconsistent start as Irish head coach, get to the origin of her fandom and look ahead to what’s coming next for the program. We also talk a little Stanford and relive her Clemson-to-Notre Dame transfer as a student. (See! Notre Dame takes transfers!)


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    Notre Dame falls to Stanford, 16-14 w/ Paul Burmeister Oct 16, 2022

    Pete welcomes Paul Burmeister, the voice of Notre Dame football, on to discuss the Irish's 16-14 loss to Stanford.

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    Stanford Cardinal preview & Brent Musburger chats Notre Dame-BYU & most memorable Irish calls Oct 11, 2022

    VSiN host Brent Musburger joins The Shamrock to discuss Notre Dame’s recent trip to Las Vegas, his favorite Irish calls from years past, and how his friends in the desert have influenced his legendary career.


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    Victory in Vegas! Fighting Irish beat BYU 28-20 Oct 09, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss Notre Dame's win in the Shamrock Series vs. BYU in Vegas. The offensive and defensive lines sealed the win late in what felt like the most complete performance of the season.

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    Vegas insight in Shamrock Series & Irish future lines w/ VSiN's Tim Murray Oct 05, 2022

    VSiN host and Notre Dame fanatic Tim Murray joins the show to go down memory lane, to offer a look ahead to late-season Irish game odds, and to give ND fans the lay of the land for when they travel to Las Vegas this weekend to face BYU in the Shamrock Series.

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    What we've learned about Marcus Freeman through four games & Notre Dame's early-season MVPs Sep 30, 2022

    In this bye-week edition of The Shamrock, Pete and Matt take a step back to glance a full look at the Irish's season so far. What have we learned about Marcus Freeman through the first four games of the year? What do we expect to learn in the remaining eight matchups? Pete and Matt share their offensive, defensive, and special teams MVPs at the quarter mark. Plus, the pair forecast how ND will fare in their final eight contests.


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    Notre Dame beats UNC, 45-32, as Irish's offense, Drew Pyne impress Sep 25, 2022

    Marcus Freeman earned his first road win as the Irish's head coach, and the club progressed to .500 as Notre Dame poured on 45 points versus UNC. Pete and Matt converse about how Saturday's performance was reminiscent of a Brian Kelly-era beatdown. The offense's productivity, both through the air and on the ground, was in no small part to Tommy Rees' play calling. The Irish scribes delve into Drew Pyne, Chris Tyree, Michael Mayer, and Audric Estime's contributions. The defensive line impressed yet again, recording back-to-back multi-sack games.

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    Practicing patience with Notre Dame & Marcus Freeman w/ Chris Zorich Sep 21, 2022

    Former Notre Dame All-American Chris Zorich joined The Shamrock to talk about Notre Dame’s slow start and the patience necessary for first-time head coach Marcus Freeman. Are there any parallels to the early Lou Holtz days? We also talked kilts on national television as Zorich also explained his look in pregame before Marshall.

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    Marcus Freeman earns first career win as Irish top California, 24-17! Sep 18, 2022

    Notre Dame's inauspicious start to the season finally turned a corner, as the Irish dodged a pesky Cal team, 24-17. Pete and Matt react to Marcus Freeman's first career win, Tommy Rees' play-calling with Drew Pyne at the helm, Pyne's performance itself, Chris Tyree's playmaking as well as his postgame comments. The guys also key in on a dominant six-sack outing by ND's defensive line. Plus, would the Irish stand a chance against UNC, Clemson, Syracuse, and other notable opponents on their schedule, based on today's win?

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    Notre Dame vs. California preview & Drew Pyne's first start w/ Ty Hildenbrandt Sep 14, 2022

    Ty Hildenbrandt of The Solid Verbal joins Pete and Matt as the triumvirate previews Saturday's matchup versus the California Golden Bears. With Tyler Buchner out at QB, and Drew Pyne in, what can Irish fans expect from the offense? What might Tommy Rees do to help Pyne's transition to starting QB? Which position group needs to step up, and why is it the WRs? After the Marshall loss, can the Irish afford to underestimate any more opponents? And, of course, will this be Marcus Freeman's first win?

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    Irish stunned by Marshall in Marcus Freeman's home debut Sep 11, 2022

    Notre Dame loses to Marshall at home. Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna give their instant reaction and try to make sense of the stunning result. Marcus Freeman is the first Notre Dame Head Coach to start his career with 3 losses.

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    Mike Golic Jr. chats Marcus Freeman era at Notre Dame, o-line vs. Ohio State & 12-team CFP impact on the Irish Sep 07, 2022

    Mike Golic Jr., one half of the GoJo podcast and former Notre Dame offensive lineman, joins Pete and Matt to discuss the Marcus Freeman era at ND, the Fighting Irish's o-line versus Ohio State, and Tommy Rees and the offense. Mike also pulls back the curtain on Notre Dame's 'Hangover' inspired uniform reveal that he acted in. Before all of this greatness, the guys catch up on CFB news, namely, the expanded CFP. Does a 12-team format help the Irish?

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    Notre Dame loses to Ohio State, 21-10, biggest takeaways from Irish's season opener Sep 04, 2022

    The Fighting Irish dropped their season opener in Columbus to Ohio State, 21-10. Pete and Matt react to Notre Dame's first game of 2022, and they discuss what stood out to them the most versus the Buckeyes, such as: the defensive line shortcomings, surprising secondary, Tyler Buchner's outing, the biggest revolution, and more.

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    Jack Swarbrick on conference realignment & Notre Dame beats Ohio State if...w/ Ralph Russo Sep 02, 2022

    Ralph Russo of the Associated Press joins Pete in previewing Saturday's rumble versus the Ohio State Buckeyes. Before the pair dive into the weekend's matchup, Ralph details his conversation with Notre Dame AD Jack Swarbrick, who discussed conference realignment and the Fighting Irish's place in it all. The duo also chat about Columbus' atmosphere, the pressure on Ryan Day, Marcus Freeman, and Notre Dame's keys to victory.

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    Can Marcus Freeman lead Notre Dame over Ohio State for his first win? Aug 31, 2022

    The kickoff to the Irish's season is just a few days away! Fans will see if Marcus Freeman used the Ohio State spread as motivation, as Notre Dame rolls into Columbus on Saturday. Pete, Matt, and The Athletic's Ari Wasserman preview the showdown. Was 2021 a disappointing season for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes? Are they more motivated now than ever? How can the Irish slow down C.J. Stroud, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and co.? How is Freeman perceived by OSU? Plus, the trio discuss the future of Notre Dame recruiting and more.

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    Byron Spruell on Marcus Freeman, Ohio State & the evolution of Notre Dame football Aug 26, 2022

    Pete and Matt welcome Notre Dame football alum and NBA President of League Operations Byron Spruell to the show! The ND trustee talks about new Head Coach Marcus Freeman, the opening weekend matchup vs. Ohio State & how the Fighting Irish program has evolved over the years.

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    Notre Dame vs. Ohio State preview & Irish, CFB 2022 over-unders w/ Stanford Steve Aug 23, 2022

    Stanford Steve joins the Shamrock to preview Notre Dame’s opener in Columbus versus Ohio State, to talk some preseason over/unders and to look at some potential darkhorses for the 2022 season. Plus, Matt and Pete go over some injury news and discuss the Manti Te’o documentary.

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    Bruce Feldman on Notre Dame, Marcus Freeman & the "Freaks List" Aug 16, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna welcome Bruce Feldman to the show to discuss his annual "Freaks List". Plus, Bruce gives his take on new Head Coach Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame's 2022 season outlook.

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    Notre Dame training camp underway Aug 09, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are back to discuss everything Notre Dame for the 2022 season. Camp is underway and storylines are beginning to build. Who will play QB for new Head Coach Marcus Freeman. What does the new Big Ten rights deal mean for Notre Dame's independence. Plus, 'The Shamrock Bump'!

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    Will Notre Dame finally join a conference? Jul 01, 2022

    With USC and UCLA heading to the Big Ten, we are one step closer to super-conferences. Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss whether Notre Dame is on the verge of finally joining a conference.

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    The College World Series experience with Mike Monaco Jun 28, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by Notre Dame alum Mike Monaco to discuss what it was like broadcasting the Men's College World Series for ESPN. Plus, Mike gives his thoughts on the future of the Notre Dame football broadcasting booth for NBC.

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    Notre Dame football fan survey Jun 16, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the Notre Dame fan survey, weighing in on Marcus Freeman and what could be coming for the Irish program. Plus, how would fans sum up the Brian Kelly era? And, can Notre Dame recruit well enough to win a national championship?

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    5-star QB CJ Carr commits to Notre Dame Jun 10, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to the news of 5-star QB CJ Carr committing to Notre Dame? How big of a commitment for Marcus Freeman? Is this a sign of things to come for the Irish?

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    Notre Dame: State of the Program May 23, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the current state of the Notre Dame football program, including playoff hopes and the new faces in the Marcus Freeman era. Plus, they talk about Pete's story on how first-time head coaches learn on the job in the Power 5. And, of course, the Nick Saban-Jimbo Fisher war of words.

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    Future of Sports Pt. 2 May 15, 2022

    In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league.

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    Future of Sports Pt. 1 May 14, 2022

    In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital.

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    A one-on-one with Mike Brey May 13, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Marcus Freeman's alumni event. Plus, Matt gets a chance to sit down with men's basketball head coach Mike Brey at ACC spring meetings to discuss his first one-and-done, recruiting and more!

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    Notre Dame's 2022 spring game recap Apr 27, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna break down what they saw and took away from Marcus Freeman's first spring game as Irish head coach. Plus, the guys look at the NFL Draft and where some Notre Dame players could get selected.

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    Notre Dame draft prospects with Dane Brugler Apr 19, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by The Athletic's NFL Draft guru Dane Brugler to get all the info on Notre Dame's draft prospects, including his thoughts on Kyle Hamilton. Plus, Dane answers why Kyren Williams has a place on an NFL roster. And, Pete and Matt discuss Brady Quinn's NIL efforts for Irish athletes.

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    All things Irish with Jordan Cornette Apr 06, 2022

    Matt Fortuna is joined by former Irish men's basketball star and current ESPN talent Jordan Cornette to discuss his thoughts on Marcus Freeman and the vibe around the Notre Dame program. Plus, the expectations for ND men's hoops in the 2022-23 season. And, Jordan's experience at the epic Duke-UNC Final Four showdown.

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    First day of spring ball + Notre Dame hoops beats Rutgers Mar 18, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna dive into the first day of spring practice under Marcus Freeman. Plus, Notre Dame men's basketball beats Rutgers to advance to the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

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    Insight on Marcus Freeman with Ralph Russo Mar 10, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by the AP's Ralph Russo to discuss his recent interview with Marcus Freeman. What were some surprising takeaways from that conversation? What are some differences between cultures at Notre Dame and LSU?

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    Notre Dame NIL opportunities with Mick Assaf Feb 16, 2022

    Pete Sampson is joined by former Notre Dame running back Mick Assaf, who is currently part of the Irish Players Club project. Mick explains the NIL/NFT opportunities and benefits for Notre Dame players.

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    Deland McCullough's amazing story with Sarah Spain Feb 03, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by ESPN's Sarah Spain to talk about Notre Dame's new RB coach Deland McCullough and his amazing story. Plus, Pete and Matt discuss Notre Dame's defensive coordinator search and new staff hires.

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    Recapping the last two weeks in Notre Dame football Jan 14, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna fire up their mics and recap the last 12 days in Notre Dame football. Mike Elston leaves ND for Michigan; who will replace him? Which areas of recruiting do the Irish need to improve in? Ed Orgeron to South Bend?

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    Notre Dame falls to Oklahoma State 37-35 in the Fiesta Bowl Jan 02, 2022

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 37-35 loss to Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. What happened to the Irish in the second half? Is this a learning experience for Marcus Freeman? What are some changes that need to be made for 2022?

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    The Shamrock: A special live room Q&A Dec 30, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna talk Notre Dame football with The Athletic subscribers on the new live room platform; How will the Irish defend Spencer Sanders and Oklahoma State? How will Marcus Freeman modernize Notre Dame's recruiting philosophy?

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    Who will be a part of the new coaching staff? Dec 23, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap the past few days of Notre Dame football; Who will replace Jack Coan in 2022? New coaching staff hires — who are the front runners for offensive line coach and defensive coordinator?

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    Notre Dame and Marcus Freeman's early signing day Dec 16, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's early signing day. How Marcus Freeman was able to keep the 2022 class together after the departure of Brian Kelly. Plus, with NIL now relevant, how does that change the Irish's recruiting tactics?

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    How Marcus Freeman is tweaking the Notre Dame football program Dec 13, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss Marcus Freeman's first days as head coach of Notre Dame. What things will change and what will stay the same? How seriously is the Fiesta Bowl being taken? Plus, when to expect coaching staff hires.

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    Notre Dame to play Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl Dec 06, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's pairing with Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. Are Irish fans happy about a NY6 bowl after preseason expectations? What are some things to look for in the new coaching regime?

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    Notre Dame hires Marcus Freeman as new head coach Dec 02, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to the hiring of Marcus Freeman as Notre Dame's new head coach. Does hiring Freeman make Notre Dame part of the "cool kids table"? Is there a risk in hiring a first-time head coach? What is Freeman's vision?

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    Inside the 24 hours that rocked Notre Dame football, and where the Irish go from here without Brian Kelly Dec 01, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the events leading up to and following Brian Kelly's departure from Notre Dame.

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    Brian Kelly is leaving Notre Dame for LSU Nov 30, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to the breaking news of Brian Kelly leaving Notre Dame for LSU. How and why did this happen? Who are candidates to replace Kelly?

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    Notre Dame beats Stanford 45-15, all eyes on the CFP Nov 28, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna fire up their mics on the west coast and react to a wild day of college football. Did Saturday's chaos make Notre Dame's path to the CFP easier? Brian Kelly thinks the Irish are one of the four best teams in the county; will he be proven right?

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    The journey of Tyler Plantz and his Notre Dame family Nov 23, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by former Irish player Tyler Plantz to discuss his journey to South Bend, what Notre Dame means to him and his family, and how he is still staying connected to the school.

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    Notre Dame beats GT 55-0 on Senior Day Nov 21, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 55-0 win against Georgia Tech on Senior Day. Are the Irish playing their best football right now? What is Notre Dame's postseason path? CFP? Fiesta Bowl?

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    Guest: Tom Luginbill; comparing Notre Dame to other top programs Nov 17, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by ESPN/ABC's Tom Luginbill to discuss his impressions of the Irish last weekend against Virginia. Plus, can Notre Dame close the gap on the other top programs? And Tom's love for Joe Montana!

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    Notre Dame cruises past Virginia for a 28-3 win Nov 14, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 28-3 win over Virginia in Charlottesville. Did Irish turnovers keeps the game closer than it should have been? What are Notre Dame's chances to make the CFP? Is a NY6 bowl game more realistic?

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    Chris Finke joins The Shamrock! Nov 09, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by former Notre Dame WR Chris Finke to discuss his journey from walk-on to the NFL. Plus, Chris gives his thoughts on the 2021 season and wants to see the offense score 100 points against Virginia! Then, Pete and Matt preview the Irish's matchup vs. Virginia.

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    The Irish handle business against Navy, move to 8-1 Nov 07, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's 34-6 win over Navy in South Bend. Is ND another step closer to a NY6 bowl? Who will take over at slot receiver? Can the Irish replicate this dominant performance against Virginia?

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    Notre Dame’s CFP future Nov 03, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to the first CFP rankings of the season. Cincinnati comes in at #6 — what does that mean for the Irish? Plus, which advantages do Notre Dame have in recruiting? And game predictions as Navy travels to South Bend.

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    Notre Dame impressive offensively, beats UNC 44-34 Oct 31, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's 44-34 win against UNC in South Bend. Kyren Williams is the star of the offense, Jack Coan is the clear choice at QB, and Notre Dame's spot in the first CFP rankings of the season.

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    Special Guest: Ryan Harris Oct 27, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by former ND offensive lineman and current game analyst Ryan Harris. They discuss the progress of Isaiah Foskey and why Ryan knew he'd have a monster year. Plus, what goes into midseason adjustments and why competition has elevated Jack Coan's game.

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    The Irish edge out USC, move to 6-1 on the season Oct 24, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna dive into Notre Dame's 31-16 win over USC. Was this the most complete performance of the season? Does this win mean a NY6 bowl game is in the future?

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    Notre Dame to welcome in USC Oct 19, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by The Athletic's Antonio Morales to talk about the upcoming Notre Dame vs. USC matchup this Saturday in South Bend. What can we expect from the Trojans at the QB position? Does USC's front 7 pose a challenge for Notre Dame's run game?

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    Reviewing Notre Dame at the midway point of the season Oct 12, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna review the Fighting Irish at the midway point of the 2021 season. Who is the breakout player of the season so far? Best play? Most important game the rest of the way?

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    Jack Coan gets benched then saves Notre Dame vs. VT Oct 10, 2021

    Pete is in Blacksburg where Notre Dame stole a win in a tough road environment at Virginia Tech. Matt is in Chicago and gives his big picture take on what this means for the program moving forward. The QB position is an absolute mess and Jack Coan bailed the Irish out late after getting benched earlier in the game. Did Coan earn the start vs. USC? The schedule looks manageable which means 11-1 is still realistic despite tonight's issues. Plus, defensive takeaways.

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    Notre Dame heads to Blacksburg Oct 06, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna welcome on The Athletic's Andy Bitter to preview Notre Dame's trip to Lane Stadium to take on Virginia Tech. What kind of atmosphere is to be expected? Will Notre Dame be able to move the ball on the ground? Plus, unusual score predictions!

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    Notre Dame falls to Cincinnati 24-13 Oct 03, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap the Fighting Irish's loss to Cincinnati in South Bend. The guys discuss the lack of identity and quarterback rotation. Where does Notre Dame need to improve moving forward?

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    Notre Dame vs. Cincinnati preview with Justin Williams Sep 29, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by The Athletic's Justin Williams to discuss Notre Dame's upcoming game against Cincinnati. Are Bearcats fans more interested in the Brian Kelly or Marcus Freeman storyline? Plus, what can the Irish expect from the Cincinnati defense? And game picks!

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    Brian Kelly becomes Notre Dame's winningest coach Sep 25, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 41-13 win vs. Wisconsin, making Brian Kelly the all-time winningest head coach in program history. The Irish are finding different ways to win every week. How big has the defense been the past two weeks? Plus, how can the run game and offensive line get going?

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    Notre Dame will battle the Badgers at Soldier Field Sep 21, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna welcome in The Athletic's Jesse Temple to preview the Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin game in Chicago. All eyes will be on QB Jack Coan as he takes on his former team. Will Wisconsin be able to throw the ball down the field? Can Notre Dame move the ball on the Badgers' defense? Plus, the guys make their predictions!

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    Notre Dame beats Purdue 27-13 Sep 19, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame 27-13 win against Purdue. The Irish defensive front was impressive, the offense found different ways to move the ball. Plus, how can Notre Dame address their pass protection woes?

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    Greg McElroy talks Notre Dame, Brian Kelly & USC Sep 14, 2021

    Pete & Matt are joined by ESPN's Greg McElroy to do a deep dive into Notre Dame football after the first 2 weeks of the season. Greg was on the call for the FSU game and has studied the tape of Saturday's win vs. Toledo. Plus, will USC call Brian Kelly to fill the vacancy left behind by Clay Helton?

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    The Irish rally late to beat Toledo Sep 12, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna give their immediate reaction to Notre Dame's win against Toledo. Does Jack Coan deserve more credit? Plus, the guys dive into the 2-QB system and which areas of improvement need to be addressed.

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    Brian Kelly's post-game comments with John Walters Sep 09, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by John Walters, Notre Dame alum and Bubble Screen author, to recap the week that was in Fighting Irish football. Brian Kelly's post-game comments has a Seinfeld connection. Plus, the expectations of Drew Brees on the NBC/Peacock broadcast, and how Brian Kelly compares to great ND coaches of the past.

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    Notre Dame escapes with an OT win vs. FSU Sep 06, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 2021 season opening win in Tallahassee. How did the game live up to expectations? How disappointing was ND's rush defense. Plus, Jack Coan's big night, and Brian Kelly's post game comments.

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    Season preview with Brady Quinn Sep 02, 2021

    On today's episode of The Shamrock, Pete talks to former Notre Dame QB Brady Quinn about the upcoming season for the Fighting Irish. What are reasonable expectations for Jack Coan? What has made Brian Kelly so consistent? Plus, Matt and Pete break down the season opener vs. Florida State.

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    Notre Dame season predictions! Aug 27, 2021

    Pete & Matt first start with the news that LB Marist Liufau is potentially lost for the season. Other than that, it's been a very positive fall camp for the Fighting Irish. Speaking at a golf tournament this week, Brian Kelly said new DC Marcus Freeman will be the next head coach. Questions remain about what he actually meant. Game-by-game season predictions!

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    Captains selected, Coan named QB & Irish rank #9 in AP Poll Aug 19, 2021

    Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna recap a busy week on the Notre Dame beat as the Irish are just two weeks away from the first game week of the season. Brian Kelly has officially named team captains. Wisconsin transfer Jack Coan will be the first team QB. The Fighting Irish are ranked #9 in the preseason AP poll.

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    Questions remain after first Notre Dame open practice Aug 12, 2021

    Pete & Matt discuss Notre Dame's first open practice after attending on Thursday in South Bend. The guys tackle all the questions remaining about the 2021 depth chart including the QB position. When will Brian Kelly name a starter? Plus, a first look at new DC Marcus Freeman's defense.

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    CFB realignment, Notre Dame on Peacock & the start to training camp Aug 05, 2021

    Pete & Matt discuss how the realignment news in college football impacts Notre Dame. What does the future of the sport look like? The Fighting Irish's game vs. Toledo will be streamed exclusively on Peacock. Training camp starts this Saturday!

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    Notre Dame DC Marcus Freeman Jul 20, 2021

    Notre Dame defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman joins The Shamrock! What has his relationship with Luke Fickell done for his career and his personal life? How important is coach-to-coach trust? Plus, how did Brian Kelly recruit Freeman to South Bend in the offseason?

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    Notre Dame OC Tommy Rees Jul 13, 2021

    Notre Dame Offensive Coordinator Tommy Rees joins the show! What's the QB room like without Ian Book? What has life been like on the recruiting trail? How has offensive football changed in the last 10 years? What impact has Brian Kelly had on Rees on & off the field? The 2021 season is right around the corner! The guys will be back next week with DC Marcus Freeman.

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    Brian Kelly 1:1 Jun 29, 2021

    Pete discusses his one on one with Brian Kelly. Topics include recruiting, where The Fighting Irish fit into the national picture, offensive and defensive philosophy, college football playoff expansion & more! How long will Kelly continue to coach at Notre Dame? He's entering his 12th season in South Bend.


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    What does playoff expansion mean for Notre Dame? Jun 15, 2021

    Pete and Matt discuss college playoff expansion and its impact on Notre Dame. Pete recaps his discussion with head coach Brian Kelly about roster management, recruiting and more.

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    Early lines set for Notre Dame schedule + fan survey results May 29, 2021

    Pete & Matt discuss the latest offseason storylines surrounding the Notre Dame Football program. The school announces the stadium will be back at full capacity in 2021 & tailgating will be permitted. Kickoff times have been announced and fan survey results are in. Early lines are set for Notre Dame's schedule. Plus, Pete dives into his recent story on former Notre Dame defensive end Justin Tuck.

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    Notre Dame to kick off season in primetime vs. FSU May 19, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss the announcement that Notre Dame vs. FSU is a Sunday night primetime kickoff on ABC. There's a chance 6 games in 2021 end up in primetime. The guys dive into the schedule and discuss how The Fighting Irish will likely be favored in all but 1 game. Plus, Matt finally watched Ted Lasso.

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    Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 3 of 3 May 15, 2021

    Part Three of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s expansion into the U.K., how the team got through the shutdown of sports and challenges that lay ahead. Writers, Marcus Thompson, Anthony Slater, Zach Harper and David Aldridge give their thoughts on that process as well.

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    Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 2 of 3 May 15, 2021

    Part Two of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s first steps into the marketplace. The challenges they met selling this idea to investors, and journalists they were trying to recruit, specifically with the expansion into the Bay Area. Writers, Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater give their thoughts on that process as well.

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    Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 1 of 3 May 15, 2021

    Part One of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode we hear from The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann about how they met, how an idea for better sports coverage materialized into a significant media player in the sports landscape and the spirit at the heart of The Athletic’s culture. For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com

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    Notre Dame spring game takeaways May 03, 2021

    Pete & Matt react to Notre Dame's spring game, Brian Kelly's Monday morning press conference & the 2021 NFL Draft. Plus, former 5-star WR Jordan Johnson will transfer out of the Fighting Irish program.

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    Spring game preview, NFL Draft & CFP expansion Apr 29, 2021

    Pete & Matt preview Notre Dame's spring game on Saturday. Brian Kelly spoke with the media on Thursday morning. Will this team go as far as the WRs take it? The guys predict which rounds Notre Dame prospects will land in the NFL Draft. Plus, CFB Playoff expansion is reportedly happening sooner rather than later. How does this impact Notre Dame?

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    Young coordinators Tommy Rees & Marcus Freeman lead Notre Dame spring practice Apr 22, 2021

    Pete & Matt discuss Tommy Rees & Marcus Freeman's spring football press availability. Brian Kelly's two young coordinators are changing Notre Dame's approach on the recruiting trail. Plus, can Jack Coan step in for Ian Book and keep The Fighting Irish offense rolling?

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    Notre Dame's QB room, O-line starters & Marcus Freeman's impact Apr 14, 2021

    Pete & Matt discuss Notre Dame's 2021 QB room & project the the starters on the offensive line. Plus, what has new DC Marcus Freeman's impact been on the defense so far?

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    Notre Dame Pro Day takeaways & spring practice update Apr 01, 2021

    Notre Dame QB Ian Book is not "sneakily athletic", he's just a great athlete and he proved it with a blazing 40 yard dash. Pete & Matt break down this year's class of Fighting Irish draft prospects. Plus, the guys have takeaways from the first week of Notre Dame spring practice including an update on the QB position.

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    Notre Dame radio voice Paul Burmeister joins the show! Mar 25, 2021

    Special guest Paul Burmeister joins Pete & Matt on the latest edition of The Shamrock. Paul talks about calling Notre Dame games & his role at NBC. He also shares his thoughts on Brian Kelly on & off-the-field in South Bend. Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman rank Brian Kelly the 3rd best coach in the country. Could Brian Kelly win a National Title at some of the other big time jobs in college football? Plus, spring practice starts this weekend! Subscribe to The Athletic for $1 a month for 6 months: www.theathletic.com/theshamrock

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    Evaluating Notre Dame's NFL Draft prospects Feb 16, 2021

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna are joined by The Athletic's NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler to discuss the Irish's interesting draft prospects. How much did Ian Book elevate his stock? Tommy Tremble's potential. Where do Aaron Banks and Robert Hainsey fit at the next level?

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    Notre Dame's bizarre National Signing Day Feb 04, 2021

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to a weird National Signing Day in South Bend. Fighting Irish Head Coach Brian Kelly didn't even take questions during what was a bizarre press conference. What can Notre Dame do to recruit like Alabama & Clemson?

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    Special Guest: Ty Hildenbrandt Feb 01, 2021

    Co-Host of 'The Solid Verbal' Ty Hildenbrandt joins Pete & Matt to talk Notre Dame football. Could & should the program join the ACC full-time? The Athletic's Andy Staples penned a column to new ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips about how the conference needs to make it happen. The guys look at Brian Kelly's tenure in South Bend & project what happens next. Plus, how 'The Solid Verbal' became a popular CFB podcast.

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    NCAA puts Notre Dame on probation for recruiting violations + Mike Monaco Jan 21, 2021

    ESPN broadcaster & Notre Dame alum Mike Monaco joins Pete & Matt to discuss his time in South Bend & his post-graduate career. The NCAA puts Notre Dame on probation for recruiting violations. The guys dive into what that means and why the penalties were handed down.

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    Special Guest: John Walters Jan 13, 2021

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome John Walters to the show! The guys take a deep dive into Notre Dame football and its current position in the national landscape of college football. Brian Kelly has gone from someone who people thought wouldn't make it in South Bend to one of the best Notre Dame coaches of all time. Plus, why was the National Championship the least watched game in the BCS/CFP era?

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    Notre Dame hires Marcus Freeman as new DC Jan 09, 2021

    The Athletic's Cincinnati beat writer Justin Williams joins Pete & Matt to discuss what Notre Dame is getting with new defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman.

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    Getting to know new Notre Dame QB Jack Coan Jan 05, 2021

    Pete & Matt are joined by The Athletic's Wisconsin beat reporter Jesse Temple to discuss new Notre Dame QB Jack Coan. Why is Coan leaving Wisconsin and what type of skillset is he bringing to South Bend?

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    Notre Dame falls in Rose Bowl Game Jan 02, 2021

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna have instant reaction to Notre Dame's loss to Alabama in the Rose Bowl.

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    Special Guest: Former Notre Dame offensive coordinator Chip Long Dec 30, 2020

    Pete and Matt are joined by former Notre Dame offensive coordinator Chip Long to get more insight into what challenges the Alabama offense presents, how Ian Book has grown since 2018, and if elite QB's are necessary in college football to win a title.

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    Notre Dame vs. Alabama deep dive Dec 24, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna set the stage for Notre Dame vs. Alabama on New Year's Day. If the Irish can pull the upset as a 20 point underdog, would it be the best win in program history? The Athletic's Aaron Suttles joins the show to talk about the game from the Alabama perspective and gives insight into how Nick Saban has transformed the Crimson Tide since the 2012 title game.

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    Notre Dame earns a spot in the College Football Playoff Dec 20, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame being selected for the College Football Playoff. Can the Fighting Irish pull off the upset against Alabama?

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    Fighting Irish fall to Clemson. Are they in the playoff? Dec 20, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna have instant reaction to Notre Dame's blowout loss to Clemson in the ACC Championship. Will the FIghting Irish make the CFB Playoff?

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    The rematch: Notre Dame vs. Clemson part II Dec 17, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna break down this weekend's ACC Championship from every angle. Can Notre Dame beat Clemson twice in the same season, this time with Trevor Lawrence on the field? If the Irish do win, does Ian Book become a Heisman finalist? The 10.5 point spread is an insult to Notre Dame. Plus, the guys get into some CFB Playoff scenarios & go through a shortlist of replacements for DC Clark Lea.

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    Lea takes Vandy job as Notre Dame preps for Clemson in ACC title Dec 15, 2020

    Clark Lea is leaving Notre Dame to become the Vanderbilt Head Coach. How does his departure impact ND in the short and long term? Northwestern AD Jim Phillips will be the new ACC Commissioner. Plus, special Guest Tim Bourret joins this show. Tim, a Notre Dame graduate who spent nearly 40 years as Clemson's SID, gives his unique perspective on The Fighting Irish, Dabo Swinney, Trevor Lawrence, Ian Book & Saturday's ACC Championship game.

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    Special Guest: Former Notre Dame defensive lineman Ian Williams Dec 09, 2020

    Pete & Matt welcome Ian Williams to the show! The former Notre Dame defensive lineman gives insights on his Notre Dame experience & details how the Fighting Irish program has changed since his days in South Bend.

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    Ian Book becomes Notre Dame's all-time winningest QB Dec 06, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss Notre Dame's 45-21 win over Syracuse. Ian Book is Notre Dame's all-time winningest QB. The game was not perfect by any means but the FIghting Irish finish the regular season 10-0 & will have two weeks to prepare for the ACC title game vs. Clemson.

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    Special Guest: Tony Dungy Dec 03, 2020

    Pete & Matt welcome Notre Dame on NBC analyst Tony Dungy to The Shamrock! The Super Bowl Champion discusses what it has been like covering Notre Dame this season, grades the Fighting Irish coaching staff & gives his take on whether Notre Dame can beat Clemson again in the ACC title.

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    Notre Dame officially headed to ACC title game. Would Clark Lea take the Vandy job? Dec 02, 2020

    It's official! Notre Dame will play for the ACC title in Charlotte. It's the Fighting Irish's first conference championship game in the storied history of the program. The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss how it happened & get into CFB Playoff scenarios. Plus, will Clark Lea leave Brian Kelly's staff to become the head coach at Vanderbilt?

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    Notre Dame's undefeated season rolls on Nov 28, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson, Matt Fortuna & special guest Brendan Marks discuss Notre Dame's 31-17 win vs. North Carolina in Chapel Hill. The Fighting Irish are now 9-0 with 2 regular season games left on the schedule.

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    Special Guest: Mike Golic Jr. + UNC Preview Nov 24, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome former Notre Dame lineman & ESPN Radio Host Mike Golic Jr. to the show! How impactful are the injuries to starting right guard Tommy Kraemer & center Jarrett Patterson? The Fighting Irish's depth will be tested vs. North Carolina on Friday. OC Tommy Rees & DC Clark Lea are having great seasons as play callers. What is the ceiling for this Notre Dame team? Plus, the guys preview Friday's game vs. North Carolina.

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    Special Guest: Former Notre Dame walk on Mick Assaf Nov 19, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome former Notre Dame RB & entrepreneur Mick Assaf to The Shamrock. Mick talks about his business venture 'Yoke' & how starting a business is like the game of football. Plus, he explains why his former teammates Ian Book & Kyren Williams are having so much success under new offensive coordinator Tommy Rees.

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    Notre Dame beats BC for Brian Kelly's 100th win Nov 15, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's win vs. Boston College in Chestnut Hill. It's the Fighting Irish's 8th straight win in the series. Ian Book might have played the best statistical game of his career. An update on the CFB Playoff race. Plus, Brian Kelly wins his 100th game as Notre Dame head coach.

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    More on Notre Dame's win vs. Clemson with Eric Mac Lain Nov 11, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome ACC Network analyst & former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Maclain to the show. Tommy Rees called an outstanding game vs. Brent Venables and the Tigers defense. Should Notre Dame join the ACC full time? Plus, the guys preview & predict Saturday's matchup with Boston College.

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    Notre Dame beats #1 Clemson in instant classic Nov 08, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to one of the best wins in Notre Dame history. It's the Irish's 1st win over a #1 team in 27 years. Ian Book stepped up and played an unbelievable football game. Briany Kelly gets the signature win he was looking for. Notre Dame is in the driver's seat to reach the ACC title game and a CFB Playoff appearance is now in the cards.

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    Clemson preview with Grace Raynor Nov 04, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson, Matt Fortuna & Grace Raynor preview Notre Dame's biggest game of the season against the #1 team in the country. Do the Fighting Irish have an edge with Trevor Lawrence on the sideline? The guys make their official game predictions.

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    Notre Dame remains unbeaten & it's officially Clemson week Nov 01, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna officially welcome you to Clemson week....without Trevor Lawrence. The guys discuss what this games means & how it has changed now that the best QB in the country will be on the sideline. Plus, quick takeaways from the Fighting Irish's 31-13 win over Georgia Tech in Atlanta.

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    Mike Tirico joins the show! Oct 27, 2020

    Mike Tirico joins Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna to discuss what it's like being the voice of Notre Dame football on NBC Sports. Tirico talks about doing the job in 2020, his chemistry with color commentator Tony Dungy & goes behind-the-scenes inside the football facility. Notre Dame vs. Clemson is less than 2 weeks away. Will this be the 1st of 2 matchups between the Irish & Tigers this season? Plus, a quick Georgia Tech preview & game predictions.

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    Notre Dame routs Pitt Oct 25, 2020

    After the Irish take care of business against Pitt, Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna break down everything from Notre Dame's 45-3 win. Thoughts on Brian Kelly's post game comments, Ian Book's performance, and the significance of this win.

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    Pitt preview & special guest Mike McGlinchey Oct 22, 2020

    Pete & Matt welcon former Notre Dame offensive lineman & 1st round draft pick Mike McGlinchey joins the show. He talks about how he still connects with Notre Dame football, what he thinks of this year's offensive line unit & what it means to play football for The Fighting Irish. He also details his experience in the Super Bowl with the 49ers. Plus, the guys prep for Saturday's game vs. Pitt. Could this be a trap game?

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    An ugly win vs. Louisville Oct 18, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss Notre Dame's 12-7 win vs. Louisville. There is no doubt that this was about as ugly a win as you'll see in college football but in 2020 a win is a win. Pete has instant reaction from the press box while Matt shares his big picture takeaways from Chicago.

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    Louisville preview & special guest Aaron Taylor Oct 15, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome former Notre Dame All-American Aaron Taylor to the show! Plus, the guys preview this weekend's matchup vs. Louisville. Is Ian Book the best QB during the Brian Kelly era?

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    Notre Dame beats FSU. Game balls! Oct 11, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's 42-26 win over Florida State. The Fighting Irish looked great on offense but struggled a bit on the defensive side of the football. That said, the game never felt like it was in doubt. The guys take a look at the rest of the chaotic ACC. Plus, Brian Kelly gives two game balls to trainer Rob Hunt and Dr. Matt Leiszler for their tireless work and commitment to safety and health this season.

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    Notre Dame back in action + Jordan Cornette Oct 08, 2020

    The Fighting Irish are back on the field Saturday as 20 point favorites vs. a bad Florida State team. Former Notre Dame basketball player & host of 'The Huddle' on ACCN Jordan Cornette joins Pete & Matt. Will Notre Dame ever join the ACC in full? What should the Fighting Irish do with the trophy if they win the ACC Championship? Plus, Jordan shares his best Mike Brey story.

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    An update on Notre Dame's COVID situation Oct 02, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss Brian Kelly's media availability and recap a call with Notre Dame Head Trainer Rob Hunt. What's next for the Fighting Irish after a COVID outbreak has impacted the season? ND is on track to be back on the field on 10/10.

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    Wake Forest game postponed. Brady Quinn joins the show! Sep 24, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to Saturday's game vs. Wake Forest being postponed due to COVID-19. Plus, former Fighting Irish QB Brady Quinn joins to show to discuss what he's seen so far in 2020 & how his Fox Big Noon crew has dealt with a couple postponements so far this season.

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    Notre Dame showcases depth in 52-0 blowout win Sep 20, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna have instant reaction to Notre Dame's 52-0 win vs. South Florida.

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    Bull-ish on Notre Dame Sep 17, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss this weekend's game vs. USF & look back to the memorable matchup in 2011 between the two programs. Plus, the Big Ten is back. What does that mean for Notre Dame's college football playoff hopes?

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    Duke win & Brian Kelly extension Sep 13, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna recap Notre Dame's 27-13 win over Duke. The 1st half was rough, but the Fighting Irish played much better in the 2nd half. If tonight is Notre Dame's team all season, does Pete still think the Irish can beat Clemson? Top Performers: Michael Mayer, Chris Tyree & Kyren Williams. Plus, Brian Kelly gets a contract extension through 2024.

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    Season Predictions, Duke Preview & Ryan Harris Sep 10, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson is joined by former Notre Dame Lineman & Fighting Irish Radio Analyst Ryan Harris. Is Ian Book a Heisman candidate & how can this team perform better for the QB up front? The Athletic's Matt Fortuna reacts to the interview & gives his ND season predictions. Plus, a preview of this weekend's game vs. Duke.

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    11 days until kickoff Sep 01, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss Brian Kelly's Zoom press conference and react to his comments about the 2020 depth chart. Notre Dame has a plan for students & family to be at Notre Dame Stadium this fall. Plus, the NBC TV schedule and kickoff times have been released!

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    The ACC season is (still) happening & ND adds USF to schedule Aug 27, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna update the status of the Notre Dame 2020 football season. As of today, the season kicks off in just more than 2 weeks vs. Duke. RB Chris Tyree is making noise in preseason camp and is a player to watch this season. Could he be the next Bryce Love? Plus, Notre Dame adds South Florida to the 2020 schedule.

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    Schedule Release Show Aug 06, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna break down Notre Dame's 1st ever full-time ACC schedule. Navy is off the schedule for the first time since 1927. WR Kevin Austin is having foot surgery, who will step up to catch passes for Ian Book in 2020? Here's the full schedule:

    9/12 - Duke

    9/19 - Western Michigan

    9/26 - at Wake Forest

    10/10 - FSU

    10/17 - Louisville

    10/24 - at Pittsburgh

    10/31 - at Georgia Tech

    11/7 - Clemson

    11/14 - at Boston College

    11/27 - at UNC (Friday)

    12/5 - Syracuse

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    Notre Dame joins the ACC for 2020 season Jul 30, 2020

    The Fighting Irish will play for a conference championship in 2020 for the 1st time in the history of the program. Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to the news, discuss the schedule changes & provide insight into the decision making process.

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    Special Guest: Notre Dame DC Clark Lea Jul 20, 2020

    Fighting Irish defensive coordinator Clark Lea joins the show! He shares his thoughts on communicating with players during the COVID pandemic, his coaching philosophy & what it's like working for Brian Kelly. Plus, what will the defense look like in 2020?

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    Brian Kelly's Leadership & Notre Dame's 2020 Schedule Jul 16, 2020

    Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss how Notre Dame Head Coach Brian Kelly has handled this offseason during a global pandemic. Compared to his colleagues across college football, Kelly's leadership his been exemplary. Plus, what will Notre Dame's schedule look like in 2020? Will the season be pushed to the spring?

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    State of the Program Jun 01, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss the annual 'State of the Program'.

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    Special Guest: Muffet McGraw + ND Draft Recap Apr 29, 2020

    Special guest Muffet McGraw joins Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson to reflect on her 33-year run as Notre Dame’s women’s basketball coach. The Hall of Famer dishes on what she’s been up to in the week since announcing her retirement from coaching, what might come next for her and which former Irish football coach delivered her a cake for a special occasion. Plus, Matt and Pete break down the Irish’s NFL Draft haul and what it means in the grand scheme of the program’s pursuit of a national championship. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/theshamrock

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    Special Guest: Tom Rinaldi Apr 15, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna welcome ESPN's Tom Rinaldi to The Shamrock. Tom talks about starting his career in South Bend, his relationship with Brian Kelly, memories from Notre Dame in the 90's and what it will be like covering The Masters in November. Subscribe to The Athletic for 40% off your first year: www.theathletic.com/theshamrock

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    Fighting Irish Fan Survey Apr 07, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna catch up remotely from South Bend & Chicago, respectively, during the pandemic. Sports have come to a stop but Jack Swarbrick is looking ahead to the 2020 season. Could college football games be played without fans? Plus, Notre Dame fan survey results.

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    Notre Dame's All-Random Team & Former Long Snapper Scott Daly Mar 25, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna look back at some memorable, and random, names in Notre Dame history. Plus, former long snapper Scott Daly joins the show to talk about his career at Notre Dame and professional journey in the NFL, XFL & AAF. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/theshamrock

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    Spring Game Cancelled & Fall Point Spreads Released Mar 16, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna discuss Notre Dame's decision to cancel spring practice & the Blue-Gold Game due to the novel coronavirus. The NCAA has also suspended spring recruiting until April 15th at the earlies. How does this impact the program, especially new OC Tommy Rees? Plus, fall point spreads have been released. How does Notre Dame stack up against Clemson, Arkansas & Wisconsin?

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    Special Guest: Ge Wang Mar 10, 2020

    The Athletic’s Matt Fortuna visits with Notre Dame graduate and ESQ Clothing founder Ge Wang in ESQ’s Chicago office. Ge took an unconventional path from South Bend into the fashion industry, and his ties to the university and the Irish football program run deep. Here, he talks about his journey while dishing on his favorite coaches and players to work with. And, of course, he and Matt talk about the state of the program as spring ball gets underway.

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    Notre Dame Starts Spring Practice Mar 05, 2020

    The Athletic's Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna are together in South Bend for the start of Notre Dame spring practice. Brian Kelly spoke with the media and the 2020 season is officially underway. Bruce Feldman and Stewart Mandel published their annual ranking of top 25 coaches. Where does Brian Kelly fall on the list?

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    For the Love of the Game Feb 12, 2020

    Matt Fortuna returns to the show to discuss his piece on former Notre Dame QB Phil Jurkovec's decision to transfer. Matt travelled to Boston and spoke 1 on 1 with the new BC QB who "lost his love for the game" at Notre Dame. Pete Sampson is back from his trip to Tampa where he spoke to Brian Kelly about Notre Dame's new efforts on the recruiting trail. Will the Irish win a title in the next 10 years?

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    Special Guest: ESPN's Dan Orlovsky Feb 06, 2020

    Pete Sampson is joined by ESPN's Dan Orlovsky. He gives his take on Brian Kelly, Chip Long, Ian Book and the Fighting Irish's performance in the Camping World Bowl win vs. Iowa State.

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    Brian Kelly's Recruiting Philosophy Jan 30, 2020

    Pete Sampson is joined by 24/7 Sports' Director of Scouting Barton Simmons to go inside Fighting Irish Recruiting. Can Brian Kelly turn the Irish into a recruiting powerhouse like Clemson, Alabama and Georgia?

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    6 ACC Opponents, including Clemson, on Notre Dame's 2020 Schedule Jan 23, 2020

    The 2020 ACC schedule is released and Notre Dame is set play 6 teams from the conference including Clemson at home on November 7th. It should be no surprise that the Tigers have a bye week before the big time matchup. The Irish only have 2 true road games next season. Brian Kelly makes an appearance in Mobile at the Senior Bowl. Plus, former Fighting Irish players Mike McGlinchey & Sheldon Day are in Super Bowl LIV with the 49ers.

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    Tommy Rees named Irish OC Jan 16, 2020

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss former Notre Dame QB Tommy Rees being named Fighting Irish OC. The guys like think Rees is a good fit for the job but the hiring process definitely raised some eyebrows. Should fans be concerned with Rees' lack of experience? Backup QB Phil Jurkovec is in the transfer portal and is seeking immediate eligibility. Plus, an update on other open jobs on the ND staff.

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    Brian Kelly continues to search for an OC & changes recruiting philosophy Jan 07, 2020

    Would Joe Moorhead be a home run hire as Notre Dame offensive-coordinator? Pete updates which players have declared for the NFL Draft and who is staying in South Bend. Brian Kelly needs to look to the grad-transfer market to make up for the lack of production returning on offense. Cole Kmet is likely to have success at the next level but the Fighting Irish will miss him in 2020. Brian Kelly changes his stance on Notre Dame recruiting.

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    Camping World Bowl Recap Dec 28, 2019

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to Notre Dame's 33-9 win against Iowa State in the Camping World Bowl. The Seniors have put the program in a position to win a National Championship in the future. And Chase Claypool has become a star.

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    Camping World Bowl Preview with Scott Dochterman Dec 23, 2019

    The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins Matt Fortuna to give his perspective on 10-2 Notre Dame vs. 7-5 Iowa State. Are the Cyclones more motivated than The Fighting Irish? Get to know the opponent for ND's final game of the decade!

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    Chip Long Out as Offensive Coordinator Dec 16, 2019

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna discuss offensive coordinator Chip Long's dismissal. The situation might be unprecedented in Notre Dame Football history. Who will be his replacement? Notre Dame is preparing to sign one on the best RBs in the 2020 class. Pete is in Richmond doing a story on the big-time prospect.

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    Camping World Bowl vs. Iowa State Dec 09, 2019

    Notre Dame is headed to Orlando to face Iowa State in the Camping World Bowl. Will the Irish be motivated? The Cyclones definitely will be. Notre Dame is a 3.5 point favorite. Plus, will there be any changes on the ND coaching staff this offseason?

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    Officially 10-2 Dec 01, 2019

    Pete Sampson is at Stanford Stadium reacting to Notre Dame's 45-24 win. It's the Irish's first win in Palo Alto in over a decade. The Athletic's Matt Fortuna gives his take on the team's performance. Notre Dame's defense made great adjustments and took over the game. The program is in good shape on the field and off the field with recruiting.

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    The 2010s: All-Decade Irish Nov 26, 2019

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna look back at the last 10 years of Fighting Irish football to remember the best players, games and moments of the decade. Is Ian Book or DeShone Kizer the all-decade 1st team QB? Is Notre Dame's win at Oklahoma the best of the decade? Plus, some of the funniest moments while on the Notre Dame beat.

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    BC Beatdown Caps Unbeaten Season at Home Nov 24, 2019

    Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna react to The Fighting Irish's 40-7 win over BC at Notre Dame Stadium. ND finishes the season 7-0 at home. Ian Book has improved drastically since the beginning of the season. Will he be back as the starting QB in 2020? Where does Notre Dame stand compared to the top tier of college football? For a program that recruits nationally the fact that ND's assistants don't fly private is ridiculous.

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    Complete Performance in Navy Rout Nov 17, 2019

    Notre Dame dominates Navy 52-20. Ian Book throws for 5 TDs and The Fighting Irish may have played their best game of the season. Is it their best win? 10-2 and a trip to the Camping World Bowl looks like how this 2019 season will play out. Will fans see that as a successful season? The sellout streak ends.

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    Instant Reaction to Notre Dame's 38-7 win at Duke Nov 10, 2019

    Notre Dame beats Duke 38-7 in Durham. Pete Sampson reacts to the game from the Fighting Irish coaches box and Matt Fortuna joins in on the conversation from Minneapolis where he covered Minnesota's win over Penn State.

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    Comeback Win Nov 03, 2019

    Notre Dame scores late to beat Virginia Tech 21-20. Pete and Matt have instant reaction from Notre Dame Stadium.

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    Notre Dame No-Show Oct 27, 2019

    Notre Dame suffers a blowout loss on the road at Michigan in a driving rainstorm. Was it the worst defeat of the Brian Kelly era? Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna react to a no-show by The Fighting Irish. Is Ian Book regressing? The defense gave up over 300 yards on the ground.

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    Passive Aggressive Rivalry Oct 21, 2019

    The Athletic's Nick Baumgarder joins Pete Sampson & Matt Fortuna to discuss the most passive aggressive rivalry in college football. Brian Kelly and Jim Harbaugh both have a lot riding on Saturday night's primetime matchup. What can Notre Dame learn from Michigan's 28-21 loss vs. Penn State?

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    Notre Dame beats rival USC Oct 13, 2019

    Matt Fortuna joins Pete Sampson after Notre Dame's 30-27 win over rival USC. A 14 play 75 yard drive sealed the game for the Fighting Irish in the 4th quarter. Tony Jones Jr. delivered with 176 yards on 25 carries. Does Georgia's loss hurt Notre Dame's playoff hopes? Urban Meyer and James Franklin are on the shortlist to replace Clay Helton at USC.

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    Welcome to USC Week Oct 07, 2019

    Pete Sampson and Matt Fortuna have quick takeaways from the Fighting Irish's 52-0 win over BGSU then turn their attention to Saturday's matchup with USC.

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    Postgame - Live from Notre Dame Stadium Sep 29, 2019

    Pete and Matt are together in Notre Dame Stadium after the Fighting Irish's 35-20 win over Virginia. The defense stood out with 8 sacks and 5 takeaways.

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    Closer than the experts thought Sep 22, 2019

    The atmosphere in Sanford Stadium was incredible and the game rose to the level of the environment. Notre Dame proved that it could hang with one of the best teams in the country, proving a lot of people wrong. The Irish committed 12 penalties, the most of the Brian Kelly era. Is Notre Dame closer to Georgia than Georgia is to Alabama? Are Notre Dame's playoff hopes alive?

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    Introducing The Lead Sep 17, 2019

    From The Athletic and Wondery, The Lead is the first daily sports podcast that will bring you one big story from The Athletic's all-star team of local and national sports reporters to make you the most knowledgeable sports fan in any room.

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    Next Up: Georgia in Athens Sep 15, 2019

    NBC's new camera angle did not go over well with Irish fans. Quick takeaways from week 3 vs. New Mexico then on to #3 Georgia! The CFB Playoff is on the line for both teams in Athens. Can the Irish running game step up on the road? This game means more than just the result, it is about respect. If the Irish win, it will be the biggest win of the Brian Kelly era in South Bend.

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    Coming off the Bye Sep 09, 2019

    The guys are back after an early bye week for Notre Dame to discuss the state of the program. Pete has an update on the running back position. Matt takes a look at how future Notre Dame opponents fared over the weekend. The Irish have New Mexico this weekend but it's hard not to think about Notre Dame's trip to Athens, GA next week.

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    Postgame Reaction Sep 03, 2019

    Pete and Matt are at Cardinal Stadium in Louisville and have instant reaction to Notre Dame's 35-17 win. Was Ian Book's performance cause for concern? Why was this a game when no one expected it to be? Georgia week is approaching quickly, what do the Irish need to do to improve?

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    Summer Book Report Aug 27, 2019

    Ian Book is back as Notre Dame QB. Pete & Matt share their observations from training camp. Will the Fighting Irish make another CFB Playoff run? The guys take you inside the ND coaches room to talk about how the staff's unique personalities make up one of the more interesting groups in the country. Subscribe to The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/theshamrock

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    The Shamrock Trailer Aug 20, 2019

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