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The Viral Volley Podcast

Viral Volley Media
Beach Volleyball
Long Beach State
College Volleyball
UCLA
NCAA
NCAA Men's Volleyball
Grand Canyon University
Hawaii
Lewis University
Men's Volleyball
Penn State
CSUN
Stanford
George Mason University
UC Irvine
USC
MIVA
Big West Women's Volleyball Championship
Texas
NCAA Beach Volleyball

Volleyball from sport court to the sand court-- from the preps to the pros and beyond. Home of College Volleyball Weekly Indoor/Beach. Episodes drop “most weeks.” Follow the pod on Instagram at @viralvolleymedia or host Rob Espero at @therobonthemic!

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This week only Jay and Rob were available for this week's discussion amid the AVCA and NCAA Men's Volleyball Committee members' responsibilities this week (Yes, Rob is also "doing stuff" for the AVCA). That being said, the discussion goes to the 2026... more

Sydney Miller of Hawaii and Rob touch on the conference tournaments across the nation winning automatic berths fand punching their tickets to Gulf Shores for the 2026 National Collegiate Beach Volleyball Championship!

Announced recently was the AVCA... more

The CVW crew is joined once again by McKendree Head Coach, Nickie Sanlin, as we talk about most of the big conference tournament results. We bounce all over the place with a few of the contributors having to attend to other responsibilities, but we t... more

It’s a MEGA episode this week with special guest contributor, Nickie Sanlin of McKendree. Nickie has been one of the most influential coaches in the game not only in the NCAA but in the USANTDP and is what some may classify as a “mover and a shaker.”... more

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Nickie Sanlin
Director of Everything at McKendree University (volleyball program)
McKendree University
Episode: Episode 307, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20, Week 15 Recap, 04-13-2026
Brad Rostrader
Head coach, UC San Diego Men's Volleyball
UC San Diego
Episode: Episode 307, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20, Week 15 Recap, 04-13-2026
Theo Edwards
Head coach, Cal State Northridge Men's Volleyball
Cal State Northridge
Episode: Episode 307, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20, Week 15 Recap, 04-13-2026
Jay Hosick
Head coach, George Mason Men's Volleyball
George Mason University
Episode: Episode 307, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20, Week 15 Recap, 04-13-2026
Dan Friend
Lewis University coach
Lewis University
Episode: Episode 302, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20 Week 12 Recap, 3-23-2026
Dan Fran
On-flight guest panelist for this episode
UCLA (implied through context)
Episode: Episode 300, College Volleyball Weekly Men’s Top 20, Week 11 Recap 03-16-2026
Sam Shweisky
Princeton coach, guest on panel
Princeton University
Episode: Episode 299, College Volleyball Weekly Men’s Top 20, Week 10 Recap 03-09-2026
Jay Hostic
George Mason coach, guest on panel
George Mason University
Episode: Episode 299, College Volleyball Weekly Men’s Top 20, Week 10 Recap 03-09-2026
Brad Rostrom
UC San Diego coach, guest on panel
UC San Diego
Episode: Episode 299, College Volleyball Weekly Men’s Top 20, Week 10 Recap 03-09-2026

Host

Rob Espero
Host of multiple volleyball-focused shows and panels with Viral Volley Media; long-standing figure in college volleyball commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Great Anaysis

    So much great information on volleyball. I totally agree with what they said about the lack of respect for men’s college volleyball. I watched the D1 finals on TV but missed the semis. Last weekend had men’s finals, women’s beach finals and AVP Austin. An abundance of volleyball for the fan, but I’d love to see it spread out more.

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    VBHikinglady
    United States4 years ago
  • A must listen

    One of my favorite podcast out there. Very entertaining!!! Keep sharing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikoCoro
    United States5 years ago
  • Real and Informative

    It’s always wonderful to hear someone who is real and genuinely loves doing what they do. The host enjoys the guests, brings out their personality, is informative and has fun with them— revealing the down-to-earth nature and personalities of the guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newport Soul Surfer
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Comprehensive Volleyball Coverage

    Great podcast by a guy who has immersed himself in the world of volleyball for decades. Great to hear him bringing this information to fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tired of the South
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners praise deep, data-driven volleyball coverage with insightful coaching perspectives.

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Episode 288, College Volleyball Weekly, Men's Top 20: Long Beach St. Head Coach Nick MacRae 12-11-25
Q: Did you know that you wanted to be a head coach at this time of your career?
Nick became certain of his path to head coach at Long Beach State within the last three years, expressing that it was not a matter of if, but when it would happen.
Episode 288, College Volleyball Weekly, Men's Top 20: Long Beach St. Head Coach Nick MacRae 12-11-25
Q: What was your response when Alan first made you aware of his decision to retire?
Nick's focus was on ensuring that the players were protected and dialed in, emphasizing communication and support during the transition.
2025 Hawaiian Islands presents the Outrigger Big West Women's Volleyball Championship Interview - Cal Poly, 11/25/25
Q: What's been the key for you, Elif, in your performance this season?
Focusing on hard work and improvement for the team rather than individual goals has helped me succeed.
2025 Hawaiian Islands presents the Outrigger Big West Women's Volleyball Championship Interview - Cal Poly, 11/25/25
Q: How do you feel this year's team is different from the previous seasons?
This year's team feels younger and fresher, with a strong spirit despite having fewer seniors which brings new energy and a cohesive unit to the court.
Viral Volley Podcast, 2025 Big West Women's Volleyball Championship Interview: UC Davis
Q: What are your thoughts on your team's results as the season nears its end?
Mia expresses gratitude for the team's progress while acknowledging that they still have work to do, emphasizing leadership and accountability as key factors.

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This show delivers in-depth discussion of college volleyball across indoor and beach formats, with a strong focus on weekly results, conference dynamics, and coaching perspectives. Episodes typically feature panel-style analysis from coaches, former players, and analysts, with emphasis on rankings, injuries, lineup changes, and postseason implications. A standout element is the mix of technical insight, colorful anecdotes from travel, and a community feel among the guests and hosts, which helps listeners understand program strategies and player development. The format often includes previews of upcoming conferences and events, making it useful for coaches, players, recruiters, and sponsors looking to align with the college volleyball ecosys... more

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Recent guests on The Viral Volley Podcast include:

1. Nickie Sanlin
2. Brad Rostrader
3. Theo Edwards
4. Jay Hosick
5. Dan Friend
6. Dan Fran
7. Sam Shweisky
8. Jay Hostic

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