The Obligatory PSU Podcast

Former Nittany Lions offensive tackle Keith "Goon" Conlin regales the Lake Erie Alumni Association crowd with his account of one of the greatest seasons in Penn State history.

Show Notes

Or, The best PG stories of college football's greatest offense

The Penn State-Buffalo game marks the University's official celebration of the 1994 undefeated Big Ten (and National - we agree with the New York Times) Champion Nittany Lions. With an offense that may have been the most potent in the sport's history, the team certainly ranks among State's all-time best, featuring legendary stars like Kerry Collins, Ki-Jana Carter, Kyle Brady, and Bobby Engram along with a punishing offensive line that devastated everyone in their path. Last month, Keith "Goon" Conlin, starting tackle on that line, joined Chris, Kevin, and Mailman for an event with the Lake Erie Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association to share his memories from that magical run. Goon brings all his characteristic honesty and humor to the account, covering everything from making the cover of Sports Illustrated to vainly trying to sneak seconds past Joe Paterno at the pre-Rose Bowl meal. For those who experienced it, it's hard to believe 25 years have passed since that special Autumn in Happy Valley. Enjoy this insider's look back at a time when the Lions ruled the sport like few before or since.

HOSTED BY: Mike Herr, Kevin Horne, Chris Buchignani

GUEST: Keith Conlin

What is The Obligatory PSU Podcast?

The Obligatory PSU Podcast features wide-ranging discussions of Penn State sports, Nittany Lions football in particular, and all things Penn State and Happy Valley from the cast of The Obligatory PSU Pregame Show: Former Penn State and NFL defensive lineman Brandon Noble (’92-97), campus icon Mike “the Mailman” Herr, Mount Nittany Conservancy Board Secretary Kevin Horne, and seven-time Sam's Club Member Chris Buchignani. Along with a rotating cast of characters from around State College and across Nittany Nation, the guys focus on the stories, issues, and personalities surrounding the Blue and White fan experience.

The Obligatory PSU Podcast delivers fun and insightful commentary on the teams, University, and place that are beloved by many thousands of students, alumni, and fans. There’s no pretense of objectivity or “journalistic” distance here; these guys are here because they care, and their Penn State knowledge and love shine through in every installment. The goal is to touch on a broad variety of topics relating to the Nittany Lions in conversations that are frequently funny and occasionally profound, all while enjoying a few (or more) adult beverages. If you’ve got Penn State in your blood, you’ll enjoy sharing the journey with us.