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THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Jessica Smetana, Mike Golic Jr.

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 64

THE ECHOES is your home for Notre Dame Fighting Irish talk like you’ve never heard it before. Step into the world of Notre Dame football with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana—two proud ND alums who bring the perfect mix of insight, energy, and humor to as they break down the latest on the Fighting Irish. From big-time matchups and memorable moments to the stories and traditions that make Notre Dame special, it’s all here. Fun, honest, and full of Irish pride, THE ECHOES is just two friends talking ball. New episodes will be released weekly. Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us @TheEchoesNDPod on Instagram, X, TikTok and Facebook.

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Notre Dame vs. Miami: The Rematch We’ve Been Waiting For | THE ECHOES

Monday, November 2, 2026 • Duration 53:36

Notre Dame football beat Navy 35-13 to set up the biggest game of the season. Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the win and preview Notre Dame vs Miami Hurricanes football. The Irish survived a sluggish first half against Navy with questionable plays and new injury concerns. Now all eyes turn to Miami. How can Notre Dame contain Heisman contenders Malachi Toney and Darian Mensah? Can the Irish limit Toney with changing coverages and extra help? Will the Notre Dame defense hold up against Miami's physical offensive line with depth tested by injuries? On offense, the keys for C.J. Carr and the Irish: stay committed to the run, get the ball out quickly, make Miami tackle in space, and give Carr chances to make plays downfield. Jess explains why she's still skeptical of Chris Ash's defense, while Mike shares his keys to a Notre Dame win in this college football showdown. Plus, Notre Dame basketball swept Villanova in Rome — both the men and women opened their seasons with wins in the Eternal City. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football and Notre Dame basketball analysis, game previews and reaction from Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana. #NotreDameFootball #MiamiHurricanes #CollegeFootball 00:00 College football weekend conversation 07:04 Notre Dame’s 35–13 win over Navy 12:41 Navy’s questionable plays and the injury concerns 25:17 Miami preview: the biggest matchup of the season 26:12 How Notre Dame can defend Malachi Toney and Darian Mensah 30:04 Defensive line health and Miami’s physical offense 32:05 How C.J. Carr and the Irish offense can attack Miami 38:09 Jess’s concerns about Chris Ash’s defense 40:04 Mike’s keys to beating Miami 42:27 Notre Dame basketball sweeps Villanova in Rome 45:31 The women’s win and Hannah Hidalgo’s big game 50:59 Final thoughts on Notre Dame–Miami and the Rome sweep Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Notre Dame Bye Week: What Needs to Change after BYU Loss? | THE ECHOES

Monday, October 26, 2026 • Duration 50:47

Notre Dame is 6-1 coming out of the bye week and Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana open The Echoes by unpacking why BYU's loss to UCF dragged ND's loss to BYU right back into focus. Mike and Jess then react to what Freeman actually said about where this team goes from here. The hosts make the case for why Jonaz Walton needs more opportunities, and dig into why the Irish defense has to improve — including what stood out in Freeman's comments on defensive play-calling and the offense's rotations. Then they look ahead to a strange week: Navy is next, but the Miami matchup — and what it could mean for Notre Dame's season — is already sitting there. Plus, Notre Dame basketball season is here. Sophomore forward Brady Koehler joins the show to talk about the Irish opening the season in Rome. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, Marcus Freeman press conference reaction and College Football Playoff coverage all season. #NotreDame #FightingIrish #NotreDameFootball #MarcusFreeman #JonazWalton #NavyFootball #MiamiFootball #NotreDameBasketball #CollegeFootball #TheEchoes00:00 Notre Dame returns from the bye week 03:08 BYU loses to UCF—and Irish fans relive the frustration 08:51 Reacting to Marcus Freeman’s press conference 10:10 Why Jonaz Walton needs more touches 12:00 What needs to improve on defense 15:51 A strange Navy week with Miami looming 20:00 How the Miami game could shape Notre Dame’s season 25:23 Notre Dame basketball preview 28:00 Brady Koehler joins the show and talks hoops in Rome Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What Went Wrong and Why for Notre Dame at BYU | The Echoes

Monday, October 19, 2026 • Duration 01:03:41

Notre Dame's First Loss: What Went Wrong and Why vs BYU in a tense 28-24 road defeat in Provo. On The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down what went wrong for the Fighting Irish and what it means next. What went wrong for Notre Dame vs. BYU? CJ Carr's uneven night — some throws he'll want back, but also a brilliant two-minute drive that gave Notre Dame a chance to win it late. The hosts discuss the missed holding call on Jaden Greathouse and the Big 12's admission that time should have remained on the clock after the final pass fell incomplete. They also examine a Notre Dame defense that struggled early after losing Boubacar Traore, then adjusted and played winning football in the second half, including an interception that gave the Irish a chance to build a two-score lead. Credit to BYU too — the Cougars made key plays, and their defensive front won important battles. With the loss making Notre Dame's College Football Playoff path more difficult, what do the Irish need to do next? A look ahead to the bye week, the playoff picture and a pivotal matchup with Miami. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, BYU game reaction and College Football Playoff coverage all season. #NotreDame #BYUFootball #CollegeFootball 00:00 Notre Dame’s first loss of the season 02:24 BYU’s home-field advantage and game recap 04:03 Boubacar Traore’s targeting penalty 07:48 Notre Dame’s defensive adjustments 10:27 CJ Carr’s performance and early offensive struggles 15:00 Missed chances and Notre Dame’s offensive execution 24:00 Halftime adjustments and the second-half turnaround 29:28 The defense gives Notre Dame a chance to win 35:35 The final drive and Big 12 clock controversy 40:00 Personnel decisions and play-calling questions 54:00 College Football Playoff picture and the road ahead 57:18 Why the Miami game matters for Notre Dame’s playoff hopes Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Notre Dame Destroys Stanford 58-7 Ahead of HUGE BYU Showdown | The Echoes

Monday, October 12, 2026 • Duration 56:14

Notre Dame football DOMINATED Stanford 58-7 as Jonaz Walton ran for 181 yards & 2 TDs! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break it all down on The Echoes. Notre Dame closed the first half of the season in emphatic fashion, routing Stanford 58-7 for its 16th straight double-digit win. On this episode of The Echoes, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down how the Irish dominated on both sides of the ball in the Notre Dame vs Stanford win. Freshman running back Jonaz Walton had a record-setting breakout with 181 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, highlighted by a 97-yard scoring run — the longest in program history. Boubacar Traore set the tone up front with a disruptive performance to lead the Notre Dame defense. Mike and Jessica also hand out midseason grades for Notre Dame football through six games, from the improving run game and CJ Carr-led offense to a defense finding its stride. Plus, a full BYU football preview: College GameDay is headed to Provo for Notre Dame's biggest test of the year, with huge College Football Playoff stakes. What will it take for the Irish to win on the road in that atmosphere? Subscribe to THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish for Notre Dame football recaps, previews, interviews and college football analysis every week. Go Irish! #NotreDameFootball #GoIrish #collegefootball Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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5-0! Notre Dame’s Dominant Win Over Bill Belichick and UNC + Stanford Preview | The Echoes

Monday, October 5, 2026 • Duration 46:59

Notre Dame football is 5-0! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Fighting Irish's rain-soaked 37-26 Notre Dame vs North Carolina win in Chapel Hill and 15th straight double-digit victory on The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast. Notre Dame took care of Bill Belichick's Tar Heels behind a dominant ground game and the offensive line's most complete performance of the season. Mike and Jessica break down Notre Dame football highlights from Chapel Hill, including run-game dominance, a defense that shut down the opponent's run game again, pass rush and key takeaways, and CJ Carr's continued growth at quarterback. Then it's a Stanford preview as Notre Dame returns home to South Bend. Can the Irish get more playmakers involved and avoid a letdown vs Stanford quarterback Davis Warren and the Cardinal?Plus, an early look at the huge primetime top-15 showdown with BYU football in Provo on October 17 — what makes BYU's physical lines and talented backfield a serious test, and why Notre Dame has to handle Stanford first. Subscribe to The Echoes for Notre Dame football analysis, reactions and previews all season long with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana — two ND alums talking all things Fighting Irish. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #collegefootball 00:00 Notre Dame beats North Carolina, moves to 5-0 04:35 Notre Dame’s run game takes over against UNC 08:45 Offensive line delivers its most complete performance 13:20 Breaking down Notre Dame’s goal-line play calls 16:10 Defensive concerns: UNC’s big tight end and late-game scores 19:30 How Bill Belichick and North Carolina found some offensive success 24:10 What the UNC win says about Notre Dame’s season so far 28:40 Skill-position rotation and getting more players involved 34:20 Injury updates and Notre Dame’s defensive depth 46:50 Stanford preview: what to expect from the Cardinal 51:45 Looking ahead to Notre Dame vs. BYU Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Notre Dame Pounds Purdue, UNC and Bill Belichick Next, NDWBB Star Jacy Abii Joins the Show!

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 57:52

Notre Dame football stays rolling! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana react to the Fighting Irish's dominant 49-10 win over Purdue — Notre Dame's program-record 14th straight double-digit victory. Marcus Freeman's defense delivered again. The guys break down the disruptive defensive line play and the emergence of Bryce Young as one of Notre Dame's most dynamic pass rushers. On offense, Mike and Jess discuss the tough news that wide receiver Quincy Porter will miss the rest of the season following knee surgery, what it means for receiver depth, and why Micah Gilbert's production is now even more important. Plus, they revisit the viral CJ Carr touchdown vs. Purdue — his competitive response after getting shoved at wide receiver — and why the Irish quarterback continues to look poised and decisive. Later, Notre Dame women's basketball freshman Jacy Abii joins The Echoes to talk her transition from Dallas to South Bend, the standard set by head coach Niele Ivey, and the excitement around a talented new Irish roster. Abii shares what she's learning from Hannah Hidalgo, her goals for her freshman season, Notre Dame's WNBA pipeline, team chemistry, campus life and more. If you live for Irish football, traditions, and stories that make Notre Dame different, this is your full Notre Dame vs Purdue recap. 🎙️ THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana 🔔 Subscribe for weekly Notre Dame football breakdowns, highlights and interviews all season long! 00:00 Intro 03:35 Notre Dame dominates Purdue, 49-10 05:10 Breaking down the Irish running back rotation 08:51 Quincy Porter ruled out for the season 13:00 Marcus Freeman’s fourth-down decisions 15:12 CJ Carr’s viral Wildcat touchdown moment 18:36 Bryce Young’s breakout and Notre Dame’s defensive front 21:25 Jacy Abii interview 23:58 Notre Dame vs. North Carolina preview 28:32 College football weekend recap: Wisconsin, Michigan, USC and more Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Notre Dame Football Is Rolling, 13 Wins in a Row, Micah Gilbert, Nolan James, KVA Shine | The Echoes

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 51:27

Notre Dame football is rolling. Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the biggest takeaways from the Fighting Irish's latest win on The Echoes. Is Notre Dame's backfield battle changing? Aneyas Williams vs. Nolan James Jr. is heating up, with James forcing his way into a bigger role. Mike and Jess debate what the depth chart really says, react to Micah Gilbert's breakout, and explain why CJ Carr is playing like one of the best young quarterbacks in college football. On defense, Marcus Freeman's group delivered again — turnovers, pressure, and a fast, physical secondary built to travel. Plus, KVA is back making plays with bad intentions, and the guys sound off on that ridiculous excessive-celebration penalty. If you live for Irish football, traditions, and stories that make Notre Dame different, this is your full Notre Dame recap. IN THIS EPISODE: Aneyas Williams vs Nolan James Jr: who leads the backfield? Micah Gilbert breakout + CJ Carr's leap Notre Dame defense: turnovers, pressure, physical secondary The excessive celebration flag debate CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro - Irish roll again 02:15 RB battle: Williams vs James Jr. 10:30 Micah Gilbert breakout 14:45 CJ Carr playing like a star 22:10 Marcus Freeman's defense travels 30:05 KVA is back + penalty rant SUBSCRIBE for weekly Notre Dame football breakdowns with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana on THE ECHOES: A Podcast on the ND Fighting Irish. Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. #notredamefootball #GoIrish #CollegeFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Adon Shuler Joins the Show! Notre Dame Depth on Display, Rice Recap, Michigan State Up Next

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • Duration 57:03

Notre Dame football DOMINATED Rice 52-0 in South Bend! Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana break down the Fighting Irish shutout on The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast. Marcus Freeman's team avoided the trap-game letdown, coming out prepared, physical and focused from the opening snap. The Irish defense set the tone early — forcing four fumbles, scoring a defensive touchdown, and pitching a complete shutout against Rice's option attack. Notre Dame safety and captain Adon Shuler joins the show to talk about the defense's fast start, preparing for a unique offense, leadership in the secondary, and why trusting every player to do his job was the key. Mike and Jessica also break down CJ Carr distributing the football, the expanding receiver rotation, the run game and offensive line play, plus standouts Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Bryce Young, Rodney Dunham and the young players who shined in extended action. Adon also shares insight on Chris Ash, Aaron Henry, Luke Talich, and the NFL safeties he studies — Derwin James, Troy Polamalu, Ed Reed and Brian Dawkins. The show closes with an early look ahead to Notre Dame vs. Michigan State. Subscribe to THE ECHOES for Notre Dame football breakdowns every week with Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana. #NotreDame #NotreDameFootball #FightingIrish #CollegeFootball #GoIrish Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 Notre Dame crushes Rice 52-0 03:20 Defense sets the tone: Adon Shuler, takeaways and shutout 06:00 Notre Dame run game and offensive line breakdown 13:15 CJ Carr, passing game and offensive identity 18:00 Which Notre Dame receivers stepped up vs. Rice? 26:35 Irish defense shines; KVA, Bryce Young and young contributors 29:20 Rodney Dunham’s breakout flashes 31:55 Adon Shuler joins The Echoes 33:20 Notre Dame vs. Michigan State preview 37:30 Why Michigan State is a meaningful Notre Dame rivalry 39:00 Early prediction and what to expect against the Spartans 39:55 Notre Dame’s strong start under Marcus Freeman 40:50 College football and women’s basketball conversation 43:55 Closing thoughts: Michigan State week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Notre Dame Crushes Wisconsin. Carr, Shuler, Porath (!) Shine, Barry Alvarez Joins the Show!

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Duration 01:01:35

Notre Dame is 1-0 and still unbeaten in the Shamrock Series after a 41-13 win over Wisconsin at historic Lambeau Field. On this episode of The Echoes: A Notre Dame Football Podcast, Mike Golic Jr. and Jessica Smetana react to the Fighting Irish’s second-half surge, break down the uneven start, and hand out game balls following a statement win over the Badgers. Mike and Jessica discuss why Notre Dame struggled to find rhythm early against Wisconsin’s physical defense, what changed after halftime in Green Bay, and how the Irish turned a 13-10 halftime lead into a decisive victory. They also break down quarterback CJ Carr’s calm, efficient performance, his command of the offense, and why he continues to show the poise Notre Dame needs at the position. The conversation also focuses on Notre Dame’s search for new offensive playmakers, including the emergence of Nolan James and the impact of Aneyas Williams, while examining why the offensive line could still become one of the team’s biggest strengths as the season progresses. On defense, Adon Shuler delivered an emotional, physical performance that earned game-ball consideration, while Spencer Porath may have provided an answer at kicker after going 2-for-2 on field goals, including a 52-yarder, and making all five extra points. And stay tuned until the end for our conversation with college football legend Barry Alvarez, the Hall of Fame former Wisconsin head coach and athletic director, recorded during our live show in Green Bay. #notredame #NotreDameFootball #GoIrish #ShamrockSeries #WisconsinFootball #CJCarr #AdonShuler #SpencerPorath #LambeauField #CollegeFootball Thank you to our sponsors Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame and Bar Louie. Retire like a champion. Learn more at HolyCrossVillage.org. 00:00 Notre Dame Beats Wisconsin 41-13 04:24 Lambeau Field and Shamrock Series Atmosphere 09:31 Why Notre Dame Started Slow vs. Wisconsin 11:49 Irish Offense Searching for New Playmakers 17:22 CJ Carr’s Poise and Command of the Offense 22:00 Nolan James, Jordan Faison and Offensive Playmakers 23:44 Offensive Line Breakdown and Adjustments 29:28 Notre Dame Defense Shuts Down Wisconsin 33:23 Spencer Porath Provides an Answer at Kicker 39:36 Adon Shuler’s Emotional, Physical Performance 44:35 Looking Ahead to Rice 46:30 Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Game Balls 49:46 Barry Alvarez Interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Game Week! Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin Preview + 2026 Captains Named | The Echoes

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 51:39

The Echoes Podcast is back for game week! Notre Dame football is officially headed to Lambeau Field as the Fighting Irish prepare to take on Wisconsin in one of the most anticipated games of the early 2026 season. In this episode, we get you ready for kickoff with a full Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin preview, breaking down the matchup, the Badgers, and what the Irish need to do to leave Green Bay with a statement victory. We also discuss Notre Dame naming its four captains for the 2026 season, what each leader brings to the team, and what their leadership could mean as the Irish chase another College Football Playoff appearance. Plus, we look ahead to the atmosphere at historic Lambeau Field, where we'll be on the ground in Green Bay for Notre Dame-Wisconsin. It's finally here. Game week has arrived! The Echoes is your home for Notre Dame football coverage, analysis, and conversation. Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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