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Bump Set Chat! The place to hear from your favorite volleyball personalities!

Bump Set Chat Podcast
Volleyball
UNLV Volleyball
Hawaii
University Of Utah
Women's Volleyball
Covid-19
Recruitment
Team USA
Mental Health
Big East
Long Beach State
Men's Volleyball
University Of Hawaii
Big Ten Conference
VKTRY Gear
Creighton Bluejays
Ninth Island
Olympics
Berlin Recycling
NCAA Championships

Exploring volleyball's heart and soul through players' stories and experiences. šŸ Join us for inspiring chats! šŸŽ™ļø #VolleyballPodcast #BumpSetChat

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Latest Episodes

Thana Fayad’s journey isn’t just about volleyball—it’s about resilience. After suffering two ACL tears during her time at the University of San Diego, her career was put on hold. Many would have walked away.

She didn’t.

After stepping away from the... more

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In this episode of Bump Set Chat, we sit down with legendary coach Alan Knipe to talk about life after stepping away from Long Beach State Men's Volleyball.

Walking away from college after another national championship, Coach Knipe shares what retir... more

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In this interview, we sit down with MSOE Women’s Volleyball Head Coach Kris Susak to talk about her journey from playing Division I volleyball at South Dakota to leading a Division III program.

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Her path from athlete to coach

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In this episode we sit down with Tread Rosenthal, standout setter for the University of Hawaiʻi volleyball program, to talk about his volleyball journey and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

Tread shares how he got started in volleyball... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Knipe
Former NCAA coach, long-time coach at Long Beach State; founder of Champions Unlimited
Champions Unlimited, Long Beach State
Episode: From NCAA Champion to New Mission: Alan Knipe’s Next Chapter
Kris Susak
Head coach, MSOE women's volleyball
MSOE
Episode: She Played D1… Now Coaches D3 (Here’s What People Get Wrong) - MSOE Head coach Kris Susak
Tread Rosenthal
Volleyball player, Team USA and University of Hawaii
USA Volleyball; University of Hawaii
Episode: Tread Rosenthal Breaks Down His Volleyball Journey & Playing for Team USA
Abby Guezen
Athlete from University of Alberta Pandas and Team Canada
University of Alberta Pandas; Team Canada
Episode: Abby Guezen Interview | University of Alberta Pandas & Team Canada
Cam Thorne
Volleyball player for Team USA and UCLA.
UCLA and Team USA
Episode: From UCLA to Team USA: Cam Thorne’s Rise in Volleyball
Ci Michel
Olympic volleyball player and broadcaster
Episode: Ci Michel Interview: Olympic Volleyball, Broadcasting & Her Incredible Journey
Tali Hakas
A volleyball player from Israel, currently studying and playing at the University of Hawaii.
University of Hawaii
Episode: From Israel to HawaiŹ»i, Tali Hakas’ volleyball journey.
Luciano Palonsky
Professional volleyball player from Argentina
Episode: Luciano Palonsky | Pro Volleyball Career & Olympic Experience
Luciano De Cecco
Four-time Olympian and professional volleyball player from Argentina.
Episode: 4 Olympics, One Legacy | Luciano De Cecco Volleyball Journey

Host

Kristina Susak
Host of Bump Set Chat

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Great for volleyball fans.

    Great guests, good questions, nice flow to interviews. Worth subscribing. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrsKimHawaii
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent volleyball content!

    Excellent volleyball content! Host does a good job keeping the conversation going. Lots of good stories. Love hearing from all the different players and coaches.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrsKimHawaii
    United States2 years ago

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People appreciate candid storytelling and backstage-style anecdotes from players and coaches.
The show is praised for smooth interview flow and a focus on growth, mentorship, and teamwork.
Listeners admire the high-caliber guest roster and the host's ability to surface practical, real-world insights.
Guests are described as diverse and deeply experienced, with a strong emphasis on development and leadership.

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She Played D1… Now Coaches D3 (Here’s What People Get Wrong) - MSOE Head coach Kris Susak
Q: What advice would you give to young players starting their volleyball journey?
Enjoy the process, brush off mistakes, focus on the big picture, and build a supportive network to reset quickly after errors.
She Played D1… Now Coaches D3 (Here’s What People Get Wrong) - MSOE Head coach Kris Susak
Q: How do you describe your coaching philosophy?
Give your 100 percent when you can, provide constructive feedback, be the team's biggest cheerleader, and protect a positive energy in practices to drive improvement.
She Played D1… Now Coaches D3 (Here’s What People Get Wrong) - MSOE Head coach Kris Susak
Q: What were some of the biggest challenges when you first started coaching at MSOE?
Being a younger coach meant navigating boundaries while staying approachable; balancing being firm with being supportive, and learning to lead without trying to be everyone's friend.
Tread Rosenthal Breaks Down His Volleyball Journey & Playing for Team USA
Q: What advice would you give to freshman Tread?
Take it slower, embrace every moment, and soak in the experience as it unfolds rather than rushing through the early years.
Tread Rosenthal Breaks Down His Volleyball Journey & Playing for Team USA
Q: What was your recruiting process like and what made Hawaii feel like the right spot?
He narrowed choices to UCLA, Long Beach, and Hawaii; Hawaii stood out for the crowd energy and support, and the deal felt right due to the community and the atmosphere after watching a Big West Finals game in 2019.

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A volleyball-focused interview series features a wide range of players, coaches, and organizers from amateur to international levels. Episodes frequently center on career paths, development and recruiting, leadership, team culture, and the realities of pursuing volleyball at college, national team, or pro levels. Listeners get behind-the-scenes stories from high-level competition, international play, and coaching journeys, with practical takeaways on training, mindset, and navigating transitions between programs and leagues. A standout pattern is the willingness of guests to share candid lessons, mentorship moments, and personal rituals that shaped their careers, making it valuable for aspiring players, coaches, recruiters, and fans seeking... more

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2. Kris Susak
3. Tread Rosenthal
4. Abby Guezen
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6. Ci Michel
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