Spider Insight Podcast: Recent Episodes
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It's the regular season finale of the Spider Insight Podcast as Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius welcome redshirt senior safety and captain Jabril Hayes. They recap the victory at Hampton, which was the Spiders ninth-straight win and earned them back-to-back CAA titles and the conference's automatic berth to the FCS playoffs, marking Richmond's third straight postseason appearance. Jabril relives his two interception returns for touchdowns this season and reflects on his career in a Richmond uniform. Bob and Christian preview Saturday's Capital Cup presented by C&F Bank in the 135th meeting between the Spiders and William & Mary, which kicks off at high noon at Robins Stadium. Recorded November 19, 2024.
Relive the game-winning field goal from Saturday's dramatic 27-24 CAA Football victory at Campbell as placekicker Brandon Peskin joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius on this week's Spider Insight podcast. Brandon talks about the moments leading up to the kick, the kick itself and the feeling when the ball split the uprights. Plus, who helped him most as he experienced the highs and lows of his pressure-packed position. Bob and Christian also preview this Saturday's noon game at Hampton, and what a ninth-straight win could mean for the first place Spiders. Recorded Nov. 12, 2024.
CAA Defensive Player of the Week Jeremiah Grant joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius on this week's podcast. Grant's dominating performance included three quarterback sacks and two forced fumbles. He leads the FCS with 11 1/2 quarterback sacks. Bob and Christian also shout out freshman kicker Sean O'Haire, who went 5-5 on field goals, a school record, earning him CAA and National Special Teams Player of the Week honors. Plus, there's a wrap-up of the 35-24 homecoming victory over Towson. Recorded November 5, 2024.
It's the Homecoming edition of the Spider Insight Podcast with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius. They'll be joined by true freshman linebacker Peyton Seelmann, a local product from Hanover High School in Mechanicsville, who talks about his short path to Richmond and being a part of the Spiders' top-ranked defense.
Bob and Christian recap the Spiders sixth straight win, a 41-14 triumph at Bryant, and preview Saturday's CAA showdown with Towson at Robins Stadium. Recorded October 29, 2024
An impressive 28-9 victory over previously-unbeaten Delaware leads off this week's Spider Insight podcast with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius. Highlighting this episode is Bob and Christian's conversation with redshirt freshman defensive end Jamar Hodges. Since making his collegiate debut three games ago at Elon, the Petersburg product has accounted for six tackles, two quarterback sacks, two forced fumbles and two quarterback hurries. Against Delaware, Hodges had three tackles, a forced fumble and a quarterback hurry. Bob and Christian also look ahead to Saturday's first-ever meeting at CAA foe Bryant. Recorded October 22, 2024.
Back after the bye week, Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius welcome senior tight end Matt Robbert to this week's podcast. Matt talks about his role in the Spider offense and why Richmond was the perfect school and football program for him when he transferred after an All-Ivy League career at Cornell. Bob and Matt also review the victory over North Carolina A&T and preview Saturday's CAA showdown against unbeaten Delaware in a red-out Robins Stadium game presented by Chesapeake Bank. Recorded October 15, 2024.
The CAA's Defensive Player of the Week, redshirt freshman cornerback CJ Fraser, visits with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Pubic Relations Christian Gravius. CJ breaks down his career-high nine tackles and first career interception in the Spiders' 27-17 CAA victory at Elon. CJ also reveals how he got a nickname given to him during his standout high school playing days. Bob and Christian recap the Elon win and preview Saturday's home game against North Carolina A&T. Recorded October 1, 2024.
Join Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius as they wrap up the Delaware State victory and preview the CAA opener at Elon. Bob and Christian are joined by redshirt freshman safety Matthew Traynor, who tied for team high honors with seven tackles. Christian also digs up some impressive numbers as the Spider offense pulled off a rare 300/100/100 game. Recorded Sept. 24, 2024
The Spiders first victory of the season, 38-0 over Charleston Southern, was spearheaded by senior defensive end Jeremiah Grant, who recorded three tackles for loss, including back-to-back quarterback sacks. Jeremiah joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius to relive those highlights and more on this week's Spider Insight podcast. Bob and Christian break down the Family Weekend game and preview of the final non-conference game of the season coming up this Saturday at Delaware State. Recorded September 17, 2024.
The punter from down under, Australian native Aaron Trusler, joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius on this week's podcast. Through two games, Trusler is averaging 44.2 yards per punt, including his 52-yarder against Wofford that put the Spider defense in position for a first quarter safety. Aaron also talks about his time at Richmond and being a veteran leader, plus looks ahead to what's next for him after football. Bob and Christian recap the Wofford game and preview Saturday's home contest against Charleston Southern on Family Weekend presented by Sheehy Lexus of Richmond. Recorded Sept. 10, 2024.
The Spiders leading tackler in Saturday's season opener at Virginia, redshirt sophomore linebacker Carter Glassmyer, visits with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Director of Public Relations Christian Gravius on this week's Spider Insight podcast. Glassmyer, a transfer from St. Francis who was a freshman All-American and Northeast Conference Defensive Rookie of the Year, recorded seven tackles and pass breakup against the Cavaliers. Bob and Christian also preview Saturday's 3:30 home opener at Robins Stadium against Wofford. Recorded Sept. 3, 2024.
Join Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Director of Public Relations Christian Gravius for the season premiere of the Spider Insight podcast. Bob and Christian break down the roster, preview the season opener at Virginia and welcome senior wide receiver Jerry Garcia, who talks about the first three years of his Spider career, his expectations for a fantastic final season and who he thinks is the fastest player on the team. Recorded Aug. 26, 2024.
Record-setting All-American linebacker Tristan Wheeler joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius to reflect on the Spiders emotional Senior Day victory over Elon and look ahead to the Capital Cup rivalry game with William & Mary. Bob and Christian attempt to sort out the four-way first place tie and the CAA's tie-breaking procedures that will determine the conference's automatic bid to the FCS playoffs. Recorded November 13, 2023.
Back after the bye week, Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius welcome redshirt freshman Quanye Veney to the podcast. The local product from Highland Springs talks about football, family and his on and off the field relationship with offensive coordinator Winston October. Bob and Christian wrap it up with a preview of Saturday's regular season home finale against Elon, matching two of the five teams tied for first in the CAA with two weeks to go. Recorded Nov. 6, 2023.
Sixth-year safety Aaron Banks joins Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius on this week's podcast. Banks returned an interception for a touchdown in last week's victory at North Carolina A&T, as did his high school teammate Jabril Hayes. Aaron gives us his perspective of the two pick six's, talks about how it's all about team defense, and sizes up the Homecoming Saturday matchup against a high-powered Campbell Camel offense. Recorded October 23, 2023.
There's plenty to talk about from the Spiders' key CAA Football victory at 22nd-ranked Rhode Island. Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Public Relations Director Christian Gravius recap it and have a conversation with redshirt sophomore quarterback Kyle Wickersham, who returned to action after nearly a month's absence because of injury. He led the Spiders on the game-clinching drive, finishing it with a seven-yard touchdown run. Bob and Christian also take a look at the conference standings at the halfway mark of league play. Recorded October 16, 2023.
Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Public Relations Director Christian Gravius relive Saturday's wild victory over Maine with play-by-play highlights and a conversation with record-tying true freshman quarterback Camden Coleman, who equaled the program mark with six touchdown passes while throwing for 365 yards. Cam not only talks about the game but also his path to Richmond that started last spring. Recorded October 9, 2023.
Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius catch up with special teams standout Brian "Big Cat" Catanzarite, who discusses everything from how he became a long snapper, to the game-winning field goal at Stony Brook, to what he and his friends are cooking up in the dorms for End Zone Eats. Bob and Christian also recap the Hampton game and preview Saturday's home game against CAA Football foe Maine. Recorded October 2, 2023.
What was it like to play in the wet and windy conditions at Stony Brook? Find out first hand from Spider safety Mikey Jarmolowich, who had an interception and seven tackles in the Spiders' hard-fought victory. Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and football Public Relations Director Christian Gravius also talk with the grad transfer about making the move from Colgate to Richmond and his family's business of football. Bob and Christian finish up by previewing Saturday's Family Weekend CAA Football game at Robins Stadium against Hampton. Recorded September 25, 2023.
Relive the highlights of the Spiders' victory over Delaware State plus listen in as Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius talk with defensive back and special teams standout Jabril Hayes, who grabbed his first career interception in Saturday's game. Bob and Christian also preview this week's CAA Football opener at Stony Brook. Recorded September 18, 2023.
Richmond native redshirt sophomore kicker Jayden Alsheskie joins Bob Black and Christian Gravius on this week's podcast to talk about his first two PATs as a Spider, which came a long way from home - at Michigan State's Spartan Stadium. The record-setting former Highland Springs standout also shares details of his process for success on and off the field. Plus Bob and Christian explain why Coach Russ Huesman believes the season starts now for his team. Recorded September 11, 2023.
Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Public Relations Director Christian Gravius welcome redshirt freshman cornerback D'Angelo Stocker to this week's podcast. They'll relive D'Angelo's first career interception in Saturday's Morgan State game and get his thoughts on playing at Michigan State this Saturday. Plus Bob and Christian rundown a challenging weekend of opponents for CAA teams. Recorded September 5, 2023.
The first game week edition of the podcast with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Director of Football Public Relations Christian Gravius features an emotional conversation with redshirt senior offensive lineman Gavin Lamp, who returns "for his last dance" after missing the entire 2022 season with a knee injury he suffered just days before the first game. Bob and Christian also break down the two-deep and preview Saturday's season opener at Robins Stadium against Morgan State. Recorded August 28, 2023.
Join Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and Football Public Relations Director Christian Gravius as they wrap up the Spiders' second scrimmage, talk with Australia native senior punter Aaron Trusler and keep an eye on a former Spider getting his shot in the NFL. Recorded August 23, 2023
Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and football public relations director Christian Gravius welcome sophomore defensive back Trae Tomlinson, who talks about his position switch from safety to cornerback, his journey from Canada to Florida to the Richmond Spiders, and how good he thinks the defense can be this season. Bob and Christian also talk about the pre-season scrimmages, another Top 25 ranking and give a shout out to a former Spider playing pro football. Recorded August 15, 2023.
The season premiere of the Spider Insight podcast features a conversation with redshirt senior running back Savon Smith, who talks about the expectations of this year's team and why he returned for his fifth season. Voice of the Spiders Bob Black is joined by new co-host Christian Gravius, Richmond's Director of Football Public Relations. Recorded August 7, 2023.
Listen to newly-named Spider baseball coach Mik Aoki's first interview as he joined Bob Black on ESPN Richmond's Sports Huddle Friday June 23, 2023.
Atlantic 10 Assistant Commissioner Drew Dickerson surprised Bob Black with the news that he is the winner of the 2023 Vetrone Award during his daily radio show on ESPN Richmond.
Spider Insight Podcast - Playoff Edition - for November 29, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and tv/radio analyst Chris Anderson. Bob and Chris are talking FCS playoff football with First Team All-CAA quarterback Reece Udinski. They wrap up the Spiders (9-3) dominating first round playoff win over Davidson, in which Udinski was 28-31 (90%) for 246 yards and two touchdown passes, and preview Saturday's second-round game at No. 2 seed and unbeaten Sacramento State (11-0).
Spider Insight Podcast for November 15, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and tv/radio analyst Chris Anderson. Bob and Chris break down the dramatic victory at Delaware with wide receiver Nick DeGennaro, who had seven catches for 88 yards, including a spectacular one-handed reception. They'll also preview Saturday's showdown at Robins Stadium against William & Mary, with the winner clinching first place in the CAA and capturing the Captial Cup Presented by C&F Bank.
Spider Insight Podcast for November 8, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and radio analyst and sideline reporter Matt Smith. Bob and Matt catch up with defensive end Zander Barnett for a discussion about his breakout season, the Homecoming Game victory over New Hampshire and a look ahead to Saturday's match up of nationally-ranked teams as the CAA leading Spiders head to Delaware.
Spider Insight Podcast for November 1, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and radio/tv analyst Chris Anderson, ahead of Saturday's huge Homecoming game at Robins Stadium matching nationally-ranked teams - CAA leading New Hampshire and the second-place Spiders. Bob and Chris catch up with wide receiver Leroy Henley, who caught six passes for 119 yards and his sixth touchdown of the season in the victory at Maine.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 25, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and radio analyst/sideline reporter Matt Smith. Bob and Matt wrap up the victory at Hampton, preview the Maine trip, and introduce Spider fans to redshirt sophomore running back Fonnae Webb, whose first career carry was an 87-yard TD, the fifth-longest run in school history.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 18, 2022 with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black and TV/radio analyst and former Spider captain Chris Anderson. Bob and Chris wrap up the victory over Villanova, preview the Hampton game, and talk with CAA Special Teams Player of the Week, placekicker Andrew Lopez, including replaying his field goal highlights.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 11, 2022. Voice of the Spiders Bob Black visits with starting defensive tackle Carsen Stocklinski, a redshirt freshman who made the move from offensive to defensive line during fall preseason camp. Bob also welcomes CAA Social and Digital Media Director Karlie Smith, who will be the sideline reporter on Saturday's telecast of the CAA showdown between nationally-ranked teams when Villanova visits Richmond at Robins Stadium.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 27, 2022 with Bob Black and Chris Anderson. Spider defensive back Tyrek Funderburk joins the show talking about his two interceptions including a pick-6 in Richmond's CAA opener victory over Stony Brook and a look ahead to Saturday's showdown at Elon in a matchup of nationally-ranked teams.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 20, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider linebacker Xavier Marshall joins the show talking about his comeback from injury and looking ahead to the CAA Football opener against Stony Brook.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 13, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider running back Savon Smith joins the show talking about his fast start to the season and looking ahead at Saturday's game against Lehigh.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 7, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider defensive back Aaron banks joins the show looking back at the season opener and ahead to the home opener Saturday against Saint Francis.
Spider Insight Podcast for August 29, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider defensive tackle Ray Eldridge joins the show looking ahead at the season opener at Virginia and talking about the Spider defensive squad.
Spider Insight Podcast for August 23, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider wide receiver Jasiah Wiliams joins the show, talking about the Spiders offense coming off a strong showing at the scrimamge and looking ahead to the season opener at Virginia.
Spider Insight Podcast for August 16, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider defensive back Bryson Parker joins the show talking about the first two weeks of fall camp and his excitement for the 2022 season.
Spider Insight Podcast for August 9, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Spider offensive lineman Joe More joins the show talking about the first five days of fall camp and his excitement for the 2022 season.
Spider Insight Podcast for April 1, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Running back Milan Howard joins the show and talks about his recovery from injury, road back and anticipation for the upcoming 2022 season.
Spider Insight Podcast for February 25, 2022 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Defensive lineman Aidan Murray joins the show and talks about how the Spiders are gearing up for spring practices, what they are working on and what to expect this spring.
The Spider Insight Podcast with Bob Black and Matt McCollester visits with Vice President and Director of Athletics John P. Hardt, talking about national issues surrounding intercollegiate athletics and their impact on the Spiders. Topics include Name, Image and Likeness, the transfer portal, conference realignment and the future NCAA governance structure.
Spider Insight Podcast for November 1, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Linebacker Tristan Wheeler joins the podcast talking the Spiders' three-game winning streak, having interceptions in back-to-back games and this Saturday's Capital Cup presented by C&F Bank. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for November 1, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Running back Jerry Garcia Jr. joins the show, talking about his first career touchdown over the weekend, his move to the running back position in the preseason and being part of that talented running backs room. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for November 1, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Linebacker Phil O'Connor joins the show talking about the Spiders win over New Hampshire when the defense held the Wildcats to only 243 yards of total offense. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 18, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Freshman cornerback Angelo Rankin Jr. joins the show talking about his growth at the position this year, his first career interception Saturday against Stony Brook and his journey to Richmond. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 18, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Punter Aaron Trusler joins the show to talk about his performance against James Madison and how he has adapted to his new home at Richmond. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for October 11, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. Defensive lineman Aidan Murray joins the show to talk about what the Spiders did on the bye week and looking ahead to the rivalry game against James Madison this week. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 27, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. The Spiders battled Virginia Tech toe-to-toe last weekend and cornerback Aamir Hall joins the show talking about the game, his CAA Rookie of the Week award and returning home to face Elon Saturday. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 20, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. The Spiders opened CAA play with a heart breaking, last second loss at No. 9 Villanova. Redshirt junior Aaron Dykes joins to talk about the game, his third career kickoff return for a touchdown and ahead to Saturday's game at Virginia Tech. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 13, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. The Spiders picked up their second-straight victory with a 31-3 win over Lehigh. Redshirt sophomore linebacker Tristan Wheeler joins the show talking about the Lehigh win and looking ahead to the CAA Football opener at No. 9 Villanova. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.
Spider Insight Podcast for September 7, 2021 with Bob Black and Matt McCollester. The Spiders started the year 1-0 with a 38-14 victory over Howard. Wide receiver Jonathan Johnson joins the show talking about his debut at Richmond, the wide receiver group and what's ahead this week going into the game against Lehigh. The Spider Insight podcast will be posted every Monday, talking Spider Football.