Best Johnny Pena Podcasts (2025)

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Penn State's 2025 WHITE OUT IS SET... 43:37

2d ago43:37

43:37

The Nittany Lions will take on Oregon on Sept. 27 in a night game. Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal tackle what it means and why it's a win on many levels, plus some in-depth recruiting talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Erin Blanchfield, Zachary Reese, UFC Fight Night: Blanchfield vs. Barber picks 45:11

3d ago45:11

45:11

After taking Monday off in observance of Memorial Day, Jim and Matt dive right into Wednesday’s episode of UFC Unfiltered with two returning guests: 4th-ranked flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield and middleweight finisher Zachary Reese. Erin reflects on bouncing back from her first UFC loss to Manon Fiorot, shares how she’s grown more comfortable …

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Reacting to the 2025 college playoff changes, second-year Penn State players who will shine 32:10

4d ago32:10

32:10

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders take a look at the revised college football playoff structure for 2025 on this episode. It will be a straight seeding model to get to the 12 qualifiers. Johnny and Bob also highlight some second-year Lions who are poised to make a major impact. Johnny also makes a bold prediction involving one of Penn S…

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What Banks Don't Want You to Know with Paul Withers of Direct Bullion 1:07:14

6d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

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Penn State officially welcomes TOP TRANSFERS to 2025 roster 33:39

9d ago33:39

33:39

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dug in on Penn State’s latest roster additions, which included noteworthy transfers Trebor Pena and Amare Campbell. They also discussed DE Daniel Jennings’ reclassification to 2025 and the future of 2026 recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rolling into UFC Fight Pass Invitational 11 w/ Ffion Davies & William Tackett 1:00:42

10d ago1:00:42

1:00:42

It’s a jiu-jitsu kind of show today! Matt and his jiu-jitsu buddy Jimmy welcome a pair of elite grapplers for their first-ever appearances on UFC Unfiltered in Ffion Davies and William Tackett. Set to headline next Thursday’s UFC Fight Pass Invitational 11, Ffion shares her journey into submission grappling and what it means to ink an exclusive dea…

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Jared Gordon’s big win, Julianna Peña talks doubters, Matt vs. YouTuber? 47:11

12d ago47:11

47:11

On today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered, Jim Norton and Matt Serra are joined by two familiar friends of the show: lightweight Jared Gordon and women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Peña. Fresh off a decisive first-round stoppage win, Jared breaks down the finish and reflects on how his recovery journey has strengthened his mindset inside the cage. A…

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Penn State 2025 predictions: Could there be a new all-time leading rusher at PSU at season’s end? 35:46

12d ago35:46

35:46

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss some predictions involving James Franklin’s 2025 Penn State Nittany Lions. Will the Nittany Lions have a 1,000-yard wideout, given the additions the team made at the position? Will PSU beat Ohio State? And here is an interesting one: Will either Kaytron Allen or Nick Singleton pass Evan Royster …

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Biohacker Dave Asprey | Why Your Emotional Triggers Are Killing Your Business 1:12:35

13d ago1:12:35

1:12:35

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 INCOGNI Deal: To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to https://incogni.com/disruptors Biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey talks to Rob about everything from why veganism is a scam to why your angry outbursts are destroying …

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Penn State’s red-hot recruiting marches toward official visits 30:36

16d ago30:36

30:36

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal recap what’s been a strong 2026 recruiting cycle for Penn State thus far and preview just how good it could be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Yadier Del Valle, Julian Erosa, unpacking UFC 317 announcement 57:18

17d ago57:18

57:18

Jim and Matt are joined by two fighters slated for action at this Saturday’s UFC APEX card. They kick off the show reacting to the just-announced, stacked UFC 317 lineup. Next, Cuban featherweight Yadier Del Valle drops in to share how watching old UFC VHS tapes in Cuba inspired his martial arts journey. He talks about earning his UFC shot on Dana …

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Aiemann Zahabi, Reinier de Ridder, UFC 315 recap w/ guest co-host Ben “The Bane” Davis 46:19

19d ago46:19

46:19

With UFC 315 in the books, Jim Norton is joined by by guest co-host Ben “The Bane” Davis for an episode of UFC Unfiltered that invites Aiemann Zahabi and Reinier de Ridder on as guest callers. Up first is Zahabi — who calls in just days removed from his impressive unanimous decision win over legend Jose Aldo in Montreal. Aiemann shares how the last…

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A closer look at where Penn State sits in PennLive's post-spring top 25 36:10

19d ago36:10

36:10

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss where James Franklin's Penn State program fits in post-spring top 25 rankings. Johnny has the Nittany Lions ranked No. 1 coming out of spring, with Ohio State and Tennessee right behind them. Johnny and Bob look at why PSU should be ranked No. 1, and also look at some position groups that could …

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Kent Bray | City Trading, Cocaine Addiction, and the Truth About Wealth Taxes 1:08:31

20d ago1:08:31

1:08:31

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob interviews ex-Citibank trader Kent Bray. He shares his experiences from addiction to recovery, the high-pressure environment of finance and challenges Gary Stevenson's claim of being "the biggest trader in the world.” Rob and Bray …

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Penn State adds TOP TRANSFER, should Lions be the preseason No. 1? 41:00

23d ago41:00

41:00

After adding North Carolina linebacker Amare Campbell this week, Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dig into Penn State’s defensive depth chart projection for 2025. Plus, are the Nittany Lions the nation’s top team? The guys give their take near the end of the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Navajo Stirling, Jasmine Jasudavicius, UFC 315 picks 51:50

24d ago51:50

51:50

Jim Norton and Matt Serra get you ready for UFC with a pair of fighters from this Saturday’s card joining the show. First up is undefeated light heavyweight prospect Navajo Stirling, making his UFC Unfiltered debut. Stirling shares how his journey from warehouse work to the UFC took shape, and what it’s been like sharpening his game at City Kickbox…

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Cory Sandhagen, Yair Rodriguez, UFC Des Moines recap 51:32

26d ago51:32

51:32

Today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered sees Jim Norton and Matt Serra kick off a Monday full of fight talk with bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen and featherweight standout Yair Rodriguez. First up, Sandhagen joins the show just days removed from his dominant second-round TKO over Deiveson Figueiredo. He breaks down his performance, shares what clic…

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News and notes on a couple of recent Penn State commits, plus a closer look at talented RB Kemon Spell 30:58

26d ago30:58

30:58

Penn State has been busy on the recruiting trail and PennLive’s Max Ralph and Bob Flounders discuss what the Nittany Lions are getting in linebackers Terry Wiggins and Mathieu Lamah. Max also recaps his recent visit to the western part of the state to visit with Penn State verbal Kemon Spell, a five-star running back at McKeesport. Plus, Max and Bo…

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Suella Braverman | Why the UK is in Crisis 1:54:20

27d ago1:54:20

1:54:20

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob interviews Suella Braverman, former Home Secretary, for this episode. She shares why the UK is crisis, economically, culturally, and also in public safety. From criticising multiculturalism as a cult to revealing immigration as the…

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A deep dive into Penn State’s projected offensive depth chart coming out of spring drills 44:27

1M ago44:27

44:27

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine all of the possibilities when it comes to Penn State’s projected 2025 offensive depth chart. Who will back up Drew Allar? Who is the No. 3 running back? How will Penn State’s three transfer wideouts fit in Andy Kotelnicki’s offense? Plus, Johnny and Bob look at some reserve players who have brig…

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Previewing UFC Des Moines w/ Miesha Tate, Bo Nickal & Forrest Griffin 1:15:59

1M ago1:15:59

1:15:59

Miesha Tate and Bo Nickal drop in for a stacked Wednesday edition of UFC Unfiltered — with UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin joining midway through to take the reins on Bo’s interview. Miesha opens up about what it's like balancing motherhood with life in the Octagon during her second UFC stint after stepping away from the sport for nearly five yea…

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Chris Gutierrez, Malcolm Wellmaker, UFC Kansas City recap 42:26

1M ago42:26

42:26

On today’s episode of UFC Unfilfered, Jim and Matt are joined by two victorious bantamweights with very different but equally compelling stories. When Gutierrez hops on, Matt heaps praise on the veteran’s poised jiu-jitsu in in this past Saturday’s split decision win over John Castaneda in Kansas City. Having fought through a broken hand, Chris out…

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Penn State Blue-White game reactions, plus Trebor Pena thoughts 42:15

1M ago42:15

42:15

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on what transpired in Saturday’s Penn State Blue-White game at windy Beaver Stadium. Johnny and Bob analyze what they saw from transfer wideouts Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson and also discuss James Franklin’s post-scrimmage comments on reserve quarterback Jaxon Smolik and Penn State…

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James Watt | What it Took to Create a Unicorn Business with BrewDog Founder 1:12:58

1M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Get Leads FAST with ScoreApp. To get your first lead magnet live in under 60 minutes AND an EXCLUSIVE 50% off your first month head to: scoreapp.com/rob Rob talks to James Watt, who founded beer empire BrewDog, now valued at £1.8 billi…

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Penn State PLAYERS TO WATCH in spring game, recruiting update 49:08

1M ago49:08

49:08

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal had a lot to get to Thursday, talking all things Blue-White Game, NFL Draft and red-hot Penn State recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Nicolas Dalby, director Gavin O’Connor, Matt Schnell 1:21:14

1M ago1:21:14

1:21:14

Jim and Matt are back with a stacked midweek episode featuring two UFC vets and one of Hollywood’s finest behind the camera. First up, Danish welterweight Nicolas Dalby makes his UFC Unfiltered debut to reflect on his razor-thin split decision loss, the secret to staying fight-ready at 40, and his thoughts heading into a striker’s showdown with Ran…

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2025 NFL mock draft! Where will Abdul Carter, Tyler Warren land? 57:32

1M ago57:32

57:32

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Nick Farabaugh go back and forth on a 2025 NFL mock draft before the first round kicks off on Thursday night. Where will Penn State stars Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren land? And what will the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Jean Silva makes BOLD callout, Amanda Nunes talks comeback plans 47:52

1M ago47:52

47:52

On today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered, Jim and Matt are joined by two fighters representing different eras of Brazilian greatness. First, surging featherweight Jean Silva drops in for his Unfiltered debut to discuss his standing as a 145-pound title contender after beginning his unblemished 5-0 UFC tenure with each win coming via stoppage. Silva ref…

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Penn State’s Abdul Carter, Tyler Warren set to go in Round 1 of the NFL draft, PSU spring storylines 32:52

1M ago32:52

32:52

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State’s 2025 NFL draft class led by All-Americans Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren. Both are expected to go in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night. Johnny and Bob also discuss some PSU spring storylines that have emerged ahead of the Blue-White game on Saturday afternoon at Beav…

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How to Fix Broken Britain with UK's Strictest Headteacher Katharine Birbalsingh 1:25:52

1M ago1:25:52

1:25:52

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to incogni.com/disruptors. Rob interviews Britain's strictest headteacher Katharine Birbalsingh. They explore society's declining values, the rise in youth crime and how educationa…

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CONCERNS at linebacker for Penn State? Recapping early transfer movement 42:45

1M ago42:45

42:45

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal sat down for their weekly live session to break down one of the biggest question marks for Penn State this offseason, which was just hurt by a transfer entry. Plus, some more wrapping up from spring practice and an ode to a college football legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Aaron Pico talks UFC arrival, Daniel Rodriguez on preparing for war vs. Ponzinibbio 53:09

1M ago53:09

53:09

Jim and Matt welcome a pair of first-time callers from California as featherweight newcomer Aaron Pico and welterweight veteran Daniel Rodriguez join the show. To kick things off, the highly-touted Pico discusses his wrestling and boxing roots, early career setbacks, and how the weight of his family’s historic name shapes the fighter—and man—he is …

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Lerone Murphy, Dan Ige, UFC 314 recap 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

Jim and Matt ride the momentum of Saturday’s UFC 314 featherweight fireworks into this Monday edition of UFC Unfiltered with two intriguing 145-pound guest callers rounding out the episode. First, Lerone Murphy makes his UFC Unfiltered debut just one week after extending his unbeaten record with a statement win over Josh Emmett. The former soccer p…

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Penn State adds a top QB prospect to its 2026 class, thoughts on the loss of JB Nelson 25:56

2M ago25:56

25:56

PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the impact of veteran offensive lineman JB Nelson leaving Penn State’s program on this episode. Nelson, a veteran who can play guard or tackle, was a contender to start in the fall. His departure likely creates a huge opportunity for second-year interior offensive lineman Cooper Cousins to step …

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Bart Sibrel | Fake Moon Landings and How The Government is Still Lying to You 58:25

2M ago58:25

58:25

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to incogni.com/disruptors. Rob speaks to controversial filmmaker Bart Sibrel, who talks about government conspiracies, how he has uncovered high level government deception and his …

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Why Nick Singleton CAME BACK to Penn State and what’s next for Drew Allar 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal discuss all things running back, quarterback and offensive line through Penn State spring practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Dominick Reyes, Chase Hooper, UFC 314 picks 48:43

2M ago48:43

48:43

Today’s UFC Unfiltered episode peels back the layers of UFC 314 with two guests from Saturday’s card in light heavyweight Dominick Reyes and lightweight Chase Hooper. Joining first is Reyes — whose eighth time on the show gets the veteran to reflect on his resurgence after snapping a four-fight skid with back-to-back wins. Dominick discusses the st…

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Special guest Evan Wheaton shares his thoughts on Penn State verbal commits Kevin Brown and Messiah Mickens of Harrisburg High 25:22

2M ago25:22

25:22

Bob Flounders is joined by PennLive’s Evan Wheaton to discuss a pair of talented Penn State 2026 verbal commitments – Kevin Brown and Messiah Mickens. The Harrisburg High School stars are two of the top football talents in the nation. The 6-5, 270-pound Brown is a standout offensive tackle prospect and the 5-10, 200-pound Mickens is an elite runnin…

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Brian Ortega, Pat Sabatini, UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Murphy recap 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

It’s a featherweight double feature on today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered as Jim and Matt welcome Brian “T-City” Ortega and Pat Sabatini! Returning for his tenth appearance, Ortega shows off his new-look hair style after donating his famous long locks before discussing how being called out by a victorious Lerone Murphy fits into Brian’s options at b…

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Daniel Priestly | Why Millionaires Are Leaving the UK & What Entrepreneurs Need to Know 2:44:31

2M ago2:44:31

2:44:31

Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob is joined by Daniel Priestley, following his viral debate with Gary Stevenson. They discuss the UK's economic challenges, government inefficiency and why entrepreneurs are leaving the country. Daniel shares practical ideas for fixi…

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Will Penn State ADD A WIDE RECEIVER in the spring transfer portal? 35:08

2M ago35:08

35:08

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dug into their takeaways from Penn State’s second media viewing session of spring practice, including a big one: Will the Nittany Lions look to add a wide receiver soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Brad Tavares & Ode’ Osbourne discuss fights on UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Murphy 45:10

2M ago45:10

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On today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered, Matt and Jim welcome first-time guest Brad Tavares and returning favorite Ode’ Osbourne ahead of their bouts at UFC Vegas. Jim gets Brad to break down his upcoming matchup against Gerald Meerschaert before discussing the journey that has taken a kid from Hawaii to a record-breaking career. Ode’ sheds light on h…

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MarQuel Mederos, Loopy Godinez, UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg takeaways 47:44

2M ago47:44

47:44

On today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered, lightweight up-and-comer MarQuel Mederos joins the show first to break down his dominant win over Austin Hubbard in Mexico City. The guys dive into how MarQuel’s past shaped his fighting mindset, his shift from FactoryX to MMA Lab, and why staying in the gym year-round beats a traditional fight camp. Later in t…

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Looking back on Penn State’s big recruiting weekend, Pro Day notes, plus a Blue-White game update 32:18

2M ago32:18

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PennLive’s Max Ralph and Bob Flounders break down some good news on the Penn State recruiting front on this episode. Max and Bob offer updates on a pair of running back targets, Harrisburg’s Messiah Mickens and McKeesport’s Kemon Spell. Penn State also got a commitment from talented 2027 wideout Khalil Taylor from Seton-LaSalle. Over the weekend, P…

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What Causes Divorce? Elite Divorce Lawyer James Sexton Talks Marriage and Entrepreneur Relationships 1:28:49

2M ago1:28:49

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Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob interviews James Sexton, a top divorce lawyer who shares shocking stories from his career. From multi million dollar divorces to why marriages fail, Sexton gives his perspective as someone who's seen relationships at their worst. H…

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Penn State Pro Day wrap up: Carter and Warren sit it out 5:02

2M ago5:02

5:02

Bob Flounders and Max Ralph wrap up the Penn State Pro Day Friday in State College. Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren sat it out but several Nittany Lions did participate including safeties Kevin Winston Jr. and Jaylen Reed, linebacker Kobe King, cornerback Jalen Kimber and defensive linemen Jvon J-Thomas, Coziah Izzard and Amin Vanover, wide receiver …

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Penn State spring camp observations, pro day 43:46

2M ago43:46

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PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph dive into the first day of Penn State's spring camp and what we expect from pro day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Should You Invest in Supercars? Tom Jaconelli on Why Supercars Are a New Asset Class 1:09:32

2M ago1:09:32

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Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob interviews Tom Jaconelli, co-owner of Romans International with over £30 million worth of supercars. Tom talks about the luxury car market, from which models make the best investments to the shocking maintenance costs of hypercars.…

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Raul Rosas Jr., Steve Erceg, UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg picks 45:51

2M ago45:51

45:51

Two fighters from this Saturday’s card in Mexico City join Jim and Matt on today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered! Matt saves his best “Chiwiwis” entrance for rising bantamweight Raul Rosas Jr., who opens up about the small changes in his diet and how sharpening his boxing with Canelo’s coach, Eddy Reynoso, has reignited his mission to break Jon Jones’ …

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The best thing about Penn State football entering spring drills? The offensive line 11:03

2M ago11:03

11:03

PennLive's Bob Flounders examines the many reasons why the 2025 Penn State offensive line is poised to dominate defenses in the fall. Spring practices have begun, and the Nittany Lions return an offensive line group that is talented, experienced and deep. PSU's O-line was very good late in the 2024 season and it should be better this year. James Fr…

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