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The Drive with Paul Swann airs weekdays from 5–6 p.m. on WRVC-AM 930 — Huntington’s longest-running sports talk show. Host Paul Swann brings trusted coverage of Marshall University athletics with exclusive interviews, game previews, and recaps. Recognized for his work by the National Sports Media Association, the West Virginia Broadcasters Association, and the West Virginia Associated Press Broadc... more

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Paul Swann looks back at the weekend that was in Marshall sports, plus your texts on today’s episode of The Drive.

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On today’s episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, we cover staff changes at Marshall and a major off-field development in college football. Marshall Athletics has named Max Remy the department’s new Chief of Staff. Marshall Football has hired Alex Jon... more

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The Drive with Paul Swann for December 11, 2025.

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Marshall University’s Director of Premium Seating and Donor Experience, Emily Suter, joins Paul Swann live from the Cam Henderson Center for the Wednesday, December 10th edition of The Drive. Tune in for insights on Marshall Athletics, premium seatin... more

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Eric Meek
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Jalen Marshall
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Episode: November 14, 2025
Sid Kaba
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Episode: November 14, 2025
Carlos Del Rio Wilson
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Episode: November 14, 2025
Tony Gibson
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Episode: November 11, 2025

Host

Paul Swann
Host of a long-standing local sports talk show, recognized for insightful commentary and community-centric discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • The Drive with Paul Swann

    Paul’s the best!!!

    Mike H.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PMulcay
    United States3 years ago
  • Gold Standard Show!

    Love getting up to date information and interviews from Paul on the Drive!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SpencerD97
    United States4 years ago
  • AMazing local broadcast

    Paul is the gold standard for Huntington area sports.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MPHstNerd
    United States7 years ago
  • Great show!

    Go Herd!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollietayl0r
    United States8 years ago
  • The premier local sports talk show in the River Cities!

    Talking to all the key players in sports around the Tri-State.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bethshendricks
    United States8 years ago

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Engagement with guests from various aspects of sports adds depth and value to the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the local sports coverage and insightful commentary on Marshall University athletics.
There is a strong sense of community reflected in the show's content, resonating well with local fans.

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December 5, 2025
Q: What do you expect when Ohio gets closer to a schedule more its speed?
Top four in the league and doing better as the league schedule comes up later in the month.
December 5, 2025
Q: What are we expecting crowd wise for tomorrow's game?
Hopefully half full, which would mean a good turnout for the venue.
November 14, 2025
Q: What are the main focuses for the upcoming game strategy?
The focus will be on physical play and being effective on offense, as well as maintaining preparation despite Georgia State's losing streak.
November 14, 2025
Q: What challenges is the team facing as they prepare for the next game against Georgia State?
The team needs to focus on eliminating mental errors and capitalizing on scoring opportunities in the red zone.
November 11, 2025
Q: What are the hopes for baseball returning to Huntington?
Conversations have been had with multiple different leagues, with a goal to bring baseball back by 2027.

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Focused on the dynamics of Marshall University athletics, this show offers listeners a mix of insightful commentary, game previews, and post-game analyses. The content frequently touches on various sports, primarily football and basketball, featuring discussions around team performance, upcoming matchups, and significant events related to the university's sports programs. Additionally, the host engages with expert guests from the sports community to provide deeper insights into athletic strategies, recruitment, and fan engagement, aiming for an interactive and community-driven experience.

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2. Rob Cornelius
3. Quint Cottingham
4. Spencer Adkins
5. Eric Meek
6. Jalen Marshall
7. Sid Kaba
8. Carlos Del Rio Wilson

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