
The Independent is the essential listen for fans of Fighting Irish football. Pete Sampson of the Athletic and Matt Fortuna of The Inside Zone are back to take you inside the Notre Dame program. With a combined 35 years + of experience on the ND beat, this twice weekly podcast has you covered for everything blue and gold.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 142 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FootballSports | |||

Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson are back for more Notre Dame news, nuggets and conversation. Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love showed out at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Where will he and fellow Fighting Irish backfield mate Jadarian Price get drafted? Plus, ... more
Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson are back for another episode of The Independent. The guys talk the latest on Marcus Freeman's Notre Dame squad, look at the QB situation beyond CJ Carr and wonder if Wisconsin's football team is offering a template for h... more
Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson are back for another episode of The Independent. The guys talk about the Big Ten's proposed 24-team College Football Playoff format and how that would have affected Notre Dame this past season (and in seasons to come). T... more
Football never sleeps and neither do Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson. Join them on the latest episode The Independent, where the fellas talk about Notre Dame's NFL Draft prospects, look back at the Fighting Irish players who starred in the Super Bowl a... more
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Love Pete…please get rid of Fortuna
Less Fortuna please
Love the Independent. They get great weekly guests on the Wednesday pod and always address a large number of audience questions.
Pete is highly regarded in the pod-world. When he speaks, one can count on it as well researched and the best information available.
As for Matt, he speaks so fast, I cannot understand him. When he reads the information (scores, stats), it is ridiculously impossible to understand what he says.
Love the podcast! But please please please can you fix the sound levels because when I’m listening on my headphones or in the car, Matt is booming and I can barely hear Pete so I’m constantly turning the volume up and down. And yes I know it doesn’t help with Pete’s low voice to begin with. Much appreciated in advance!
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This podcast provides in-depth coverage and analysis of Notre Dame football, engaging fans with discussions about team dynamics, coaching strategies, and player performance. The hosts are known for their extensive experience on the Notre Dame beat, offering insights into both current events and historical narratives related to the Fighting Irish. Episodes typically cover a mix of game analyses, team news, recruiting updates, and broader college football topics, making it a valuable resource for fans seeking detailed commentary on their team.
Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to engaging its audience with a variety of perspectives, including interviews with guests and active discussions about competitive strategies. The hosts blend hum... more
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