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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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In this episode of the Viral Volley Podcast, the former PVF/MLV superstar and now LOVB Austin OH Brooke Nuneviller joins Rob on  the “Names in the Game.” Brooke dropped a HUGE announcement back in May that she would NOT be returning to Omaha, but eve... more

In this Episode of the Viral Volley Podcast, ascending pro volleyball athlete Alaina Chacon jumps after she and partner Maddie Anderson go 2-0 at the opening weekend of the AVP League in Belmar, NJ.

Before that weekend, Alaina has always been one of... more

After taking a much needed week off the Coaches' Panel of Nickie Sanlin of McKendree, Jay Hosack of George Mason, Brad Rosstratter of UC San Diego, Theo Edwards of CSUN and Dan Friend of Lewis (for a brief moment) jump into this mega-closeout episode... more

It's the first Viral Volley Podcast of the summer! To kick it off former Florida St. and LMU Beach standout Avery Poppinga shares about the start of her volleyball journey struggling with scoliosis, playing in Texas, to Florida St. and finally to Loy... more

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Brooke Nuneviller
Professional volleyball player, LOVB Austin
LOVB Austin
Episode: Episode 315, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Brooke Nuneviller, LOVB ATX, 07-18-2026
Alaina Chacon
Professional beach volleyball player, Florida State alum
Florida State University / AVP / Beach Pro Tour
Episode: Episode 314, Viral Volley Podcast, Names in the Game - Alaina Chacon, 6-5-26
Colin McMillan
New head coach of Penn State
Penn State University
Episode: Episode 313, College Volleyball Weekly, Men’s Top 20, 2026 NCAA Closeout Episdoe, 05-26-2026
Avery Poppinga
Professional beach volleyball player, former Florida State University and LMU athlete
Professional beach volleyball player; OFTV project Perfect Set
Episode: Episode 312, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Avery Poppinga, 5-20-26
Kendall Whitmer
From Arizona State, discussed as a guest/analyst
Arizona State University
Episode: Episode 309, College Volleyball Weekly, Beach Top 20, NCAA Championship Week, 4/29/26
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
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 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

Host

Rob Espero
Host of The Viral Volley Podcast; frequent host/analyst across multiple shows, with a focus on college and beach volleyball; affiliated with Viral Volley Media.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 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 States6 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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Guests range from coaches to players, offering a mix of tactical and storytelling content.
Insights are volleyball-centric with coaching and player development emphasis.
Hosts bring energy and real-world experience to analysis and interviews.
The show is praised for depth and long-form conversations that go beyond match recaps.

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Episode 315, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Brooke Nuneviller, LOVB ATX, 07-18-2026
Q: What are your sponsors Gorjana and Mizuno bringing to your career, and how have these partnerships influenced your campaigns off the court?
Mizuno and Gorjana have been incredible partners, supporting professional and collegiate athletes, and enabling campaigns and shoots that extend beyond volleyball, reinforcing a broader brand presence for the sport.
Episode 315, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Brooke Nuneviller, LOVB ATX, 07-18-2026
Q: What distinguishes LOVB from other leagues, and what differences have you noticed so far compared to MLB/PVF?
LOVB is more team-specific with separate ownership groups, a broader influx of overseas talent, and a younger average age, which creates a dynamic mix of veterans and rising stars and a more expansive promotional strategy.
Episode 315, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Brooke Nuneviller, LOVB ATX, 07-18-2026
Q: How do you view the evolving landscape of women's professional volleyball in the United States, and what role do you see for you and LOVB in it?
The sport is growing rapidly with increased viewership on networks like USA Network and a pipeline of Olympians in LOVB; I see opportunities to inspire younger players, attract new fans, and serve as a consistent ambassador as the leagues expand and potentially merge.
Episode 315, Viral Volley: Names in the Game, Brooke Nuneviller, LOVB ATX, 07-18-2026
Q: What was it like leaving the Omaha Supernovas and moving to LOVB AUstin, and how did that transition unfold?
I describe the departure as emotional and meaningful, with gratitude for the franchise and its people, and I emphasize the excitement and readiness for new opportunities in LOVB and the potential league merge that could elevate the sport.
Episode 314, Viral Volley Podcast, Names in the Game - Alaina Chacon, 6-5-26
Q: What was your mindset during the national championship run and those defining moments with Maddie?
She recalls the emotional culmination of their 2022 run, maintaining focus, resilience, and joy in the grind, and emphasizes perseverance through tough matches, tight comebacks, and the importance of teammates and shared goals.

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A show focused on indoor and beach volleyball, with a strong emphasis on college programs, coaching perspectives, and pro circuits. Episodes frequently feature multi-guest panels of coaches, players, and industry insiders analyzed through tactical breakdowns, season recaps, and behind-the-scenes insights into recruitment, transfers, and media coverage. Noteworthy has been ongoing coverage of NCAA tournaments, beach and indoor circuits, and a willingness to spotlight leadership, program culture, and the business side of the sport. Potential listeners include coaches, players, program staff, and sponsors seeking deep-dive volleyball analysis with practical takeaways for performance, branding, and growth of the sport.

A standout aspect is the... more

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1. Brooke Nuneviller
2. Alaina Chacon
3. Colin McMillan
4. Avery Poppinga
5. Kendall Whitmer
6. Nickie Sanlin
7. Jay Hosick
8. Dan Fran

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