Best Falling Upwards Podcasts (2026)

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Ep 103: How to Get Back Into Flow When You Hit Frustration, Fear, or Burnout 27:51

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In this short solo episode, Anna explores a gentle, nervous-system–informed approach to getting back into flow when things feel hard. Instead of treating frustration, fear, or burnout as problems to fix, Anna offers a different framework: these states are signals of inner conflict — moments when parts of us want different things at the same time. A…

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New Year Resolution - Faith Revolution 8:07

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Send us a text Every January, we promise ourselves change. We resolve to do better, be better, try harder, and MOST of us mean it! But intentions, no matter how sincere, tend to collapse under the weight of real life. Fatigue returns, disappointment resurfaces and by February, many resolutions quietly disappear. This episode may just change your li…

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Arrows’ Fall 3 - Boy Crazy 36:26

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Original post date: 01/01/26 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Fall Chapter: 4 Wall of Fame: Talia Wall of Shame: Orthallen

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Ep. 214 | D'Anton 1:34:50

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the premier podcast delivering raw analysis, exclusive breakdowns, and unfiltered passion for everything Nittany Lions! In this post-holiday special – recorded December 29, 2025 – hosts Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi celebrate the end of a turbulent 2025 season while looking ahead to the Matt Campbell rebui…

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Ep. 213 | Pinstripe 1:07:51

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your no-holds-barred hub for expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes scoops, and unapologetic opinions on the Nittany Lions! In this timely episode – dropping just after Christmas on December 26, 2025 – hosts Cory Lestochi and Shawn Kane tackle the latest twists in Happy Valley as the Matt Campbell era tak…

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Ep 102: Launching with Flow: Energy-Aligned Strategy with Danielle Weil 52:36

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If you’re a sensitive creative, healer, or entrepreneur, then whether you use the word “launch” or not—you’re always putting something out into the world. A new offer. A group program. A workshop. A book. An idea. And let’s be honest: that visibility can feel vulnerable, overwhelming, and dysregulating. But what if launching didn’t have to feel lik…

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Ep 101: Inside Seen & Safe: Real Questions, Real Visibility Work, Real Support 23:08

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This week, I’m bringing you inside a corner of my work that I don’t usually share publicly — my visibility membership, Seen & Safe. Seen & Safe is where sensitive creatives, coaches, and entrepreneurs come when they want to be visible, but also want to feel safe while doing it. We meet twice a month for nervous-system-safe visibility coaching, and …

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Unexpected Unemployment 11:57

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Send us a text Hey there fellow job seekers..or should I say, survivors? Come along with me as we discover faith amidst sudden unemployment.By Dave Carver

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Arrows’ Fall 2 - Trepidation 58:16

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Original post date: 12/18/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Fall Chapter: 3 [email protected]

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Ep. 212 | Return of the Mack 52:15

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, the go-to podcast for unfiltered breakdowns, exclusive insights, and fiery debates on Nittany Lions football! In this jam-packed episode, hosts Cory Lestochi & Shawn Kane unpack the latest whirlwind developments in Happy Valley under new head coach Matt Campbell. As the team gears up for the Pinstripe B…

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Ep. 211 | New Era 1:27:43

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your ultimate source for in-depth analysis, insider scoops, and passionate discussions on all things Nittany Lions! In this blockbuster episode, hosts Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi dive headfirst into the seismic shifts rocking Happy Valley as we transition into a new chapter of Penn State football. With t…

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Stress, relationships, counting new years eves and comin’ in hot! - episode 110 22:59

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By Darren Root and John Mitchell

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Ep 100: Leading with Heart—Community, Creativity & Clarity with Laylee Emadi 55:31

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In this episode, Anna sits down with Laylee Emadi—educator, speaker, podcaster, and founder of the Creative Educator Conference—to talk about building a values-driven business rooted in authenticity, service, and real community. A former high school teacher turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, Laylee shares how she transitioned into coaching creat…

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Ep 99: Building a SOFT Business—Without Burning Out, with Molly Balint 58:38

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What if your business didn’t have to be built on burnout? In this heart-centered episode, I sit down with Molly Balint—business mentor, speaker, Instagram nerd, and founder of the SOFT Business Movement—to explore what it means to lead and grow from a place of gentleness, sustainability, and soul. Molly’s journey into entrepreneurship began nearly …

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Seeing the macro, the eyedropper of trust, the good ole days, and the golden age of accounting- Episode 109 25:10

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Seeing the macro, the eyedropper of trust, the good ole days, and the golden age of accounting- Episode 109By Darren Root and John Mitchell

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Ep 98: The Messy Middle — How to Keep Going When the Honeymoon Ends 45:01

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The “messy middle” is the part most of us want to skip—after the rush of a new beginning and long before the satisfying finish. In this solo episode, I share why this season is not a mistake, how it shows up in creative work, business, and relationships, and what actually helps you stay with it instead of self-isolating or burning it all down. I te…

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Falling Upward 9:26

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Send us a text If you have ever felt the strange hollowness after reaching a goal that you chased for decades, or if you are standing in the ruins of something that you thought might complete you, this episode is for you!By Dave Carver

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Arrows’ Fall 1 - Transitions 55:27

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Original post date: Series: Book: Chapter: Brief summary of episode: Wall of Fame: Wall of Shame: Calls to action, episode link & contact info Newsletter sign-up Shareable episode link [email protected]

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Ep. 210 | Fat Man 1:15:41

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In this electrifying episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we celebrate a resilient Senior Day triumph as the Nittany Lions claw back with a 27-20 victory over Nebraska on November 22nd at Beaver Stadium—boosting Penn State to 5-6 and keeping faint bowl hopes alive in a season of upheaval! We start with a full recap of the gritty win: Ethan Grun…

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Arrows’ Flight 10 - Come to a Close 1:02:27

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Original post date: 11/21/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 12

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Ep 97: From Mic to Millions — Turning Visibility into Clients with Beth Nydick 56:23

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If you’ve ever felt nervous about being seen, unsure how to talk about your work, or stuck trying to grow your business without burning out — this episode will shift your mindset around visibility, connection, and what’s actually possible when you speak up. This week, Anna is joined by Beth Nydick — a former TV producer turned visibility strategist…

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Ep. 209 | "Previous Institution" 1:12:26

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In this bombshell episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we tackle the seismic shakeup in Happy Valley and look ahead amid the chaos as the Nittany Lions fight to finish strong in a turbulent 2025 season! We lead with the breaking news: James Franklin's stunning departure to Virginia Tech after 12 years at Penn State—analyzing his move, is it a g…

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Universal Failures & Gaming News w/ The Molotovs 25:44

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The Molotovs bring their candid and incandescent energy to the lawn this episode as we chatted to them before their recent Electric Ballroom show in Camden. They open up about the inspirations behind their sharp lyrics, the hundreds of gigs they've already played, style inspirations and what they can tease from their upcoming album. You can find Th…

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Ep 96: Artpreneurship, Money Mindset & Owning Your Creative Worth — with Miriam Schulman 52:53

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In this empowering episode, Anna sits down with Miriam Schulman — artist, author, and founder of The Inspiration Place Podcast — to explore what it really takes to turn your creativity into a sustainable livelihood. After walking away from a lucrative hedge fund job in the wake of 9/11, Miriam chose to build a life centered around her art. Now, thr…

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Arrows’ Flight 9 - Beginning to Move 58:43

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Original post date: 11/13/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 11 [email protected]

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Ep. 208 | Falling Upwards 54:04

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In this raw and unfiltered episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we confront the painful reality of the Nittany Lions' heartbreaking 31-24 loss to Indiana on November 8th at Beaver Stadium—dropping Penn State to a dismal 3-6 and putting the program's future under the microscope. We lead with a thorough recap of the defeat: Critical moments like …

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Failing Exams & Acing Life w/ Sharmini Aphrodite 31:22

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Writer Sharmini Aphrodite joins us on the lawn this episode to talk about her powerful new novel The Unrepentant. She shares the stories that shaped her voice, what Malaysian identity means to her, her favourite cookie flavour and much more! The Unrepentant is available now wherever you get your books. Follow us on @fallingupwardspod on Instagram, …

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Ep 95: Visibility as Medicine — Healing the Fear of Being Seen (with Noga Shefi on Your Healing Era) 55:25

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This week, I’m sharing something special — a replay of my conversation with Noga Shefi, host of Your Healing Era, a podcast devoted to self-discovery, growth, and transformation. In this episode, we explore how visibility itself can become a healing practice — one that helps us integrate fear, regulate the nervous system, and show up as our full se…

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Arrows’ Flight 8: The Edge Of Winter 44:42

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Original post date: 11/06/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 10

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Ep. 207 | Cigs Are Good 50:49

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In this must-listen episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we bring the heat with special guest Landon Tengwall, the former Nittany Lions offensive lineman turned analyst and host of The Landon Tengwall Show, joining us for insider breakdowns and unfiltered takes on the program! We kick off with an exclusive interview with Landon—understanding wh…

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The One-Percent Mindset 30:52

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This episode of the Cobb Sports Podcast discusses the current reclassification process being conducted by the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) and its potential impact on Cobb. This realignment happens every two years to ensure even competition among Georgia high schools and prevent unfair contests. Additionally, the episode highlights notabl…

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Ep. 206 | Grounded 1:19:06

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In this toothless episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we unpack the Nittany Lions' brutal 38-14 defeat at the hands of the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes on November 1st—dropping Penn State to 3-5 and intensifying the pressure in Happy Valley. Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle joins the show! We start with a full recap of the loss: Key plays, d…

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Ep 94: Visibility, Vulnerability & Community-Centered Marketing with Lindsay Pinchuk 52:21

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In this powerful episode, Anna sits down with Lindsay Pinchuk—award-winning entrepreneur, marketing consultant, and host of the top 2% podcast Dear FoundHer…—for a conversation about growing your business without compromising your values, your nervous system, or your story. Lindsay built a seven-figure business from a $500 investment, grew a thrivi…

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Arrows’ Flight 7: Cabin Fever, Again 41:00

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Original post date: 10/30/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 8-9 [email protected]

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Ep. 205 | Cory Squared 52:51

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In this high-stakes episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we ramp up the intensity just days before the Nittany Lions face off against the top-ranked Buckeyes in a classic Big Ten showdown! Friend of the pod and Altoona native, Cory Giger accompanies him. We kick things off by answering your top fan bold predictions—covering everything from inju…

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Taylor Swift & Mental Health 31:15

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We have our feather boas and feels on the lawn this week as we discuss mental well-being, the extreme online discourse about Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl, and more. We chat about the songs that heal us, the things we do that help us to process our messy emotions, and what our safe spaces mean to us (clue: no-one picks a lawn). Fo…

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Ep. 204 | Pilot 1:05:58

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In this fresh episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we dive deep into the hottest topics surrounding the Nittany Lions as the 2025 season heats up! Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune, fills in for Shawn Kane. First, we break down the ongoing head coach search amid speculation about James Franklin's future. We analyze top candidates like Texa…

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Ep 93: My 10-Month Unraveling into Visibility—How Clarity Emerges Through Action 17:16

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This week marks ten months since I pivoted How to Trust Yourself from its original focus on chronic pain to the deeper work that had been calling me all along: nervous-system-safe visibility. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what that transition has really been like—the messy, nonlinear, beautifully human process of finding clarity …

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Arrows’ Flight 6 - Cabin Fever 1:03:34

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Original post date: 10/23/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 6 [email protected]

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Hygiene Tips & Interstellar Therapy w/ Ruti 24:46

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Singer-songwriter Ruti drops by the lawn this episode for a lush catch-up about music, fashion, and what it takes to put on a fantastic festival set! We chat about the local designers they're loving, navigating the space as a non-binary musician, and their advice on loving your underarms! You can find Ruti on Instagram @rutiiiiiiiiiiii, and stream …

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Ep. 203 | Hawked 1:52:09

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In this episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we break down Penn State's heartbreaking 25-24 loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium—the Nittany Lions' fourth straight defeat in Iowa City by five points or fewer. Join us as we dissect how the defense, ranked 71st against the run, crumbled in the second half, giving up massive chunks on the …

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Ep 92 Body-First Healing with Brittany Piper: Rebuilding Self-Trust Through Somatic Practices 54:43

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Episode Summary: In this powerful conversation, Anna sits down with internationally renowned speaker, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, and author Brittany Piper to explore how we begin to rebuild self-trust after trauma—not just cognitively, but somatically. Brittany shares insights from her own healing journey as a rape survivor and from over a…

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Arrows’ Flight 5 - Onwards and Upwards 26:01

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Original post date: 10/16/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 5 [email protected]

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Ep. 202 | Rumor Has It 1:22:33

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Buckle up, Nittany Nation! In this raw, unfiltered episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we dive headfirst into the chaos that's gripped Happy Valley as the 2025 season spirals into madness. With James Franklin's stunning midseason firing still sending shockwaves through the program—just days after a gut-wrenching 3-3 skid—Penn State heads into …

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No-Skip Albums & Nuggets of Wisdom w/ Miso Extra 27:25

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Popstar Miso Extra joins us on the lawn this episode to chat about her latest album Earcandy, how and why she developed the Misoverse and if she'd ever take her mum's advice on her music! Expect hot anime picks, plenty of food chat, and a peek into her delightfully fun pop universe. Find Miso Extra on Instagram @misoextra, and stream Earcandy every…

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Staffing evolution, UBERtization, expanding your pool, and rethinking hiring - Episode 108 25:17

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John and Darren talk about the struggles with staffing and the need to rethink the way we approach how small business go about hiring.By Darren Root and John Mitchell

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Ep. 201 | Speechless 1:39:53

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In this explosive episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we break down the Nittany Lions' stunning upset loss to Northwestern— a game that has fans reeling and questioning everything. Join host Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi as we tackle the big questions head-on: James Franklin Gone, now who? We dissect the removal of James Franklin after this embar…

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Ep 91 Coaching vs Therapy: How Taking Action Transforms Visibility and Growth 32:22

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Episode Description / Show Notes: I’ve been getting this question a lot lately: what’s the difference between coaching and traditional talk therapy? In this episode, I break it down using a client story (pseudonym: “Kathy”) that illustrates common patterns of hesitation, fear, and overthinking. You’ll hear how coaching is different: we don’t just t…

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Arrows’ Flight 4 - Complications Ensue 48:04

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Original post date: 10/09/25 Series: Queen’s Own Book: Arrows’ Flight Chapter: 5 [email protected]

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Ep. 200 | Battle Within 1:08:39

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In this episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we preview the Nittany Lions' crucial matchup against Northwestern as they look to snap a frustrating two-game skid. Can Penn State turn things around and get back in the win column? We break it all down, starting with why the biggest battle isn't the Wildcats—it's Penn State itself. From lingering i…