
Home Mat Advantage
By Sam Herring & Jude Swisher
- the HMA Podcast and HMA interviews are hosted by Sam Herring and Jude Swisher.
- the HMA Fantasy Podcast is hosted by Jacob Hewgley, Seth Gross, and Jack Mueller.
Tune in weekly for high-level wrestling content like amateur and senior level analysis and interviews!
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Home Mat AdvantageOct 22, 2020

HMA #41: RUDIS 3/16 SUPERMATCH PREVIEW
In this episode, Sammy and Jude break down the upcoming RUDIS 3/16 Supermatch with matches such as Hildebrant/Gross, Retherford/Green, and Snyder/Cox. Be sure to tune in to the match tonight @6:30 pm to catch all the action!

HMA #40: Back From the Dead!
Sam and Jude are back at it again with the 40th episode of the podcast! Tune in to get the latest updates on the state of HMA.

HMA #39: NIL Talk
Sam and Jude are finally back for a great discussion on the NIL, answering your questions, and much more! Stay tuned for more content soon!

NCAA Champions Marathon: Nick Lee (141lbs)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with Nick Lee of Penn State.

NCAA Champions Marathon: Austin O'Connor (North Carolina)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with Austin O'Connor of North Carolina.

NCAA Champions Marathon: Aaron Brooks (184lbs)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with Aaron Brooks of Penn State.

NCAA Champions Marathon: AJ Ferrari (197lbs)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with AJ Ferrari of Oklahoma State.

NCAA Champions Marathon: Carter Starocci (174lbs)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with Carter Starocci of Penn State.

NCAA Champions Marathon: Eric Thompson (NLWC)
The NCAA Champions Marathon was a multiple part interview series featuring several of the 2021 NCAA Champions. Tune in for the interview with Eric Thompson of Penn State.

HMA Interview #56: Ryan Warner
Welcome back to the HMA Interview podcast! We are excited to have the famed host of the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast and director of the National Wrestling hall of fame’s etched in stone series on the Smith family join us for the 56th interview.

HMA Interview #56: David Taylor
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage Wrestling Podcast, Jude sits and talks with 2018 World Champion David Taylor about his recent match with Jordan Burroughs.
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HMA #37: Flo Card 1/9 Recap, DT vs. JB Preview
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage Wrestling Podcast, Jude Swisher and Jack Mueller recap the action from the January 9th Flo Card and preview the upcoming January 14th David Taylor vs. Jordan Burroughs card.

HMA #36: RTC Cup Recap Ft. Erik Gibson
Episode 36 might have been the most fun episode of HMA. With all hosts at Jude's house, it made for an easy, relaxed recap. Cornell commit, Erik Gibson also joined the episode. Make sure to watch the video!

HMA Interview #55: Hunter Gamble
On the 55th edition of the Home Mat Advantage Interview Podcast, newly hired UT Chatt coach, Hunter Gamble joined Sam to talk all things wrestling. They covered the growth of wrestling in the southeast, the early days of #Knarkill, and some of his regrets from college. One of the best episodes yet!

HMA Interview #54: Yianni Diakomihalis
Yianni joins the HMA crew for the third time to talk all things wrestling. From what's the best format of wrestling to his reactions to the cancellation to the UWW World's.

HMA Interview #53: Vincenzo Joseph
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage Wrestling Podcast Jude sits and talks with 2x NCAA Champion Vincenzo Joseph about his life, his college career, and his goals for the future!
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HMA #35: Jordan Burroughs vs. The World Preview Show
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage Wrestling Podcast, Sam and Jude recap the weekend of wrestling, including the Flo 195 lbs 8-Man challenge, and set their predictions for the upcoming Burroughs vs. Valencia card. No questions this week, we'll get them next time!
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HMA #34: Top 10 Strangest College Mascots
After their interview with Rick Durso of the Franklin & Marshall Diplomats, Jude came to Sam with the idea to make a complete list of the worst college wrestling mascots.
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HMA Interview 52: Evan Henderson
Welcome back to the HMA Interview podcast! We are excited to have 65kg star and Olympic hopeful, Evan Henderson join us today for the 52nd interview. Before we roll the episode, let me fill you in on the latest at HMA Wrestling. First and foremost, we have just published our first ever merchandise order, and it is live on our site at HMAWrestling.com/Shop. Purchasing our Compound Sportswear gear is the best way to support support HMA to keep on producing content.
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HMA Interview #51: Andrew Alirez
Welcome back to the HMA Interview podcast! We are excited to have Senior Nationals champ and sophomore from Northern Colorado, Andrew Alirez join us today for the 51st interview. Before we roll the episode, let me fill you in on the latest at HMA Wrestling. First and foremost, we have just published our first ever merchandise order, and it is live on our site at HMAWrestling.com/Shop. Purchasing our Compound Sportswear gear is the best way to support HMA to keep on producing content.
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HMA Interview 50: Rick Durso
Welcome back to the HMA Interview podcast! We are excited to have the first ever NCAA All-American for Franklin and Marshall, Rick Durso join us today for the 50th interview. Before we roll the episode, let me fill you in on the latest at HMA Wrestling. First and foremost, we have just published our first ever merchandise order, and it is live on our site at HMAWrestling.com/Shop. Purchasing our Compound Sportswear gear is the best way to support HMA to keep on producing content. HMAWrestling.com/shop | WrestlersAreWarriors.com | HMAWrestling.com

HMA #33: BTS and NLWC Event Breakdown
Beat the Streets live Sept 17! NLWC on September 19! Sam and Jude break down the events and give their thoughts on the matchups.
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Wrestle Like a Girl #3: DGM's Girl's Empowerment Camp with Rebecca Roper and Tony Rotundo
Rebecca Roper and Tony Rotundo join us for the 3rd episode of the Wrestle Like a Girl Podcast hosted by HMA Wrestling. Rebecca gives us a rundown on the Empowerment Camp that she's began through the Dan Gable Museum. Episode and Camp sponsored by Tony Rotundo (wrestlersarewarriors.com)

(HMA Fantasy #39) Some big events coming up! Let's make some picks!
The HMA crew is back after a long break away from the mic. Jack and Seth are both wrestling in the upcoming Beat the Streets event! In this episode, the guys chat about BTS and the upcoming NLWC vs CKWC event live on Rokfin!
We also shamelessly plugged Jacob's new channel on Rokfin, Mat Geeks! Help him out and follow Mat Geeks on Rokfin for ACC specific coverage!

HMA Interview #49: Mark McKnight
On the 49th edition of the Home Mat Advantage Interview Podcast, Jude sits down with his coach, NCAA All-American, and Penn State Alumni, Mark McKnight to discuss Mark’s experience coaching, some excellent tips for parents and coaches alike, Mark’s interactions with some famous NCAA coaches, as well as an intriguing story about climbing a mountain with Cael Sanderson and Tom Brands in Rio De Janeiro.
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HMA Interview #48: Adam Coon (PART TWO)
**PART ONE IS UP**
On the 48th edition of the HMA Interview Podcast, Adam Coon joins the show to give us an insight on what his training looked like during this summer, his experience with his success in several different sports, and his future goals and plans.
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HMA Interview #48: Adam Coon (PART ONE)
**PART TWO IS UP**
On the 48th edition of the HMA Interview Podcast, Adam Coon joins the show to give us an insight on what his training looked like during this summer, his experience with his success in several different sports, and his future goals and plans.
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Wrestle Like a Girl #3/HMA Interview #47: Maya Nelson
On the 47th edition of the HMA Interview Podcast, Maya Nelson joins the show to give us an insight on what her training looked like during this summer, her struggles with injuries throughout her career, and her opinions on the growth of women's wrestling.
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HMA Interview 46: Sammy Sasso
On the 46th edition of the HMA Interview Podcast, Sammy Sasso joins the show to give us an insight on what his training looked like during this summer, his upbringing in the Lehigh Valley, and what his last couple years at Ohio State looked like.
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HMA Interview #45: Kyle Shoop
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage Wrestling Podcast, Jude sits and talks with NCAA All-American and 3x AA Kyle Shoop of Lockhaven. Be sure to leave us a 5-star review wherever you hear this show!
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HMA Interview #44: Ethan Lizak
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage wrestling podcast, Jude sits and talks with 3x AA and NCAA finalist Ethan Lizak of the PRTC! Please be sure to leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to the show.
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Ward Wrestling Live: LIVE with Jude Swisher PA State Placer and C-Host of Home Mat Advantage
Dan Ward of Ward Wrestling Live sits and talks with HMA cohost Jude Swisher about his wrestling story, the creation of HMA, and everything in-between! We thought that this would be a very interesting listen for all those who don't actually know Jude Swisher and his story, so be sure to listen and leave a 5-star review.
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HMA Episode #32: Sam and Jude in Person
On this episode of Home Mat Advantage, Sam visits Jude in State College, PA, and the duo record their first ever in-person episode! They discuss Sam’s busy summer, Reno Worlds, and hypothesize on future Flo Card matchups.

(HMA Fantasy #38) Matchups to make for the next professional wrestling card
The HMAF crew is joined by Host of Ward Wrestling Live, Dan Ward, and CoFounder of HMA, Jude Swisher, to discuss the matches they would like to see on upcoming pro wrestling cards!
Leave us a rate and review on Apple Podcast and we might read it live on the show!

HMA Interview #43: Joe Rau
On this episode of Home Mat Advantage, Jude sits and talks with Greco world team member Joe Rau about his wrestling story! This episode was a ton of fun, be sure to share and leave a 5 star review.
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HMA Interview #42: Ryan Mango
On this episode of Home Mat Advantage, Mason Beckman sits and talks with Greco wrestler Ryan Mango!
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Summer Showcase Training Camp Interview Series
On August 2-3, World of Wrestling and FloWrestling are partnering up to bring the nation's top high school wrestlers to Tulsa, OK for one of the best training opportunities of the year. With Oklahoma RTC Head Coach, Eric Guerrero leading the camp and many of the best college wrestlers coming in as clinicians, this camp promises to pay dividends in these wrestler's growth. Sam brought on some of the top high schoolers coming as well as Coach Guerrero to talk about the camp itself.

HMA Fantasy #37 - Flo Card, Top Wrestlers in the World, and Who are our Favorite Women Wrestlers
In this episode, Jack, Jacob, and Earl dive into the matches that went down on the Flo card, talk about their top pound-for-pound wrestlers in the world, and get into their favorite women's wrestlers.
If you're listening, make sure to leave us a rate and review on Apple Podcast! Also, go watch some women's wrestling!

HMA #31: FloWrestling Card Recap
Sam & Swisher are back in studio to talk some wrestling! On this episode, they break down the recent FloWrestling event and their thoughts regarding the production itself.

HMA Interview #41: Jenna Burkert

(HMA Fantasy #36) Big RTC Moves, Upcoming Flo Card Predictions, and the College GOAT debate!
Listen in as the boys are back at it with a lighter slate of topics. Jacob, Jack, Seth, and Earl talk through some of the big moves that have gone down on the senior circuit, the upcoming Flo card, and have an argument on who is the best college wrestler of all time. If you think the only names are Cael and Dake, you're wrong...

(HMA Fantasy #35) NCAA Champion Duals - FINALS: #2 2013 vs #4 2018
THE FINALS ARE HERE! Listen to the best dual of the series by far!

(HMA Fantasy #34) NCAA Champion Duals - Semifinals: #2 2013 vs #14 2004
The boys sit down to discuss the second semifinal matchup. Tune in to see which year will make the finals opposite 2018!

(HMA Fantasy #33) NCAA Champion Duals - Semifinals: #1 2005 vs #4 2018
The first semifinal matchup is a CRAZY one folks. Some of the best matchups we've seen over the course of the tournament bring forth a great dual with a shocking result. Tune in and let us know what you think!
28:31 - 197 Pounds
33:08 - 285 Pounds
36:30 - 125 Pounds
40:45 - 133 Pounds
52:37 - 141 Pounds
1:00:27 - 149 Pounds
1:08:45 - 157 Pounds
1:16:20 - 165 Pounds
1:21:30 - 174 Pounds
1:26:55 - 184 Pounds

(HMA Fantasy #32) NCAA Champion Duals - Quarterfinals: #14 2004 vs #11 2019
3x NCAA Champion, Greg Jones, joins the show to give his take on the last quarter-final matchup. Tune in to hear insight on this dual from an all-time great!
25:15 - 125 Pounds
29:21 - 133 Pounds
34:40 - 141 Pounds
38:24 - 149 Pounds
44:22 - 157 Pounds
49:00 - 165 Pounds
56:32 - 174 Pounds
1:03:40 - 184 Pounds
1:10:32 - 197 Pounds
1:16:58 - 285 Pounds

(HMA Fantasy #31) NCAA Champion Duals - Quarterfinals: #2 2013 vs #10 2007
In the third quarter-final matchup of the tournament, the #2 2013 squad takes on the #10 2007 squad. Tony Ramos joins the gang to help break down these epic matchups.
12:50 - 197 Pounds
17:20 - 285 Pounds
20:20 - 125 Pounds
27:38 - 133 Pounds
38:15 - 141 Pounds
44:00 - 149 Pounds
48:30 - 157 Pounds
57:35 - 165 Pounds
1:02:50 - 174 Pounds
1:07:48 - 184 Pounds

(HMA Fantasy #30) NCAA Champion Duals - Quarterfinals: #4 2018 vs #5 2016
In the second quarter-final of the NCAA Champion Duals, the crew dives into some great match-ups between recent legends. Listen in to hear the explosive conversation between some opinionated wrestling nerds!
18:05 - 174 Pounds
21:18 - 184 Pounds
24:31 - 197 Pounds
28:33 - 285 Pounds
34:13 - 125 Pounds
40:15 - 133 Pounds
46:20 - 141 Pounds
54:54 - 149 Pounds
1:03:30 - 157 Pounds
1:11:10 - 165 Pounds

(HMA Fantasy #29) NCAA Champion Duals - Quarterfinals: #1 2005 vs #8 2015
In the first quarter-final matchup of the tournament, 2x NCAA Champ Joe Dubuque joins the crew to give his take on all of the studs he wrestled alongside in 2005. We have great conversation and Joe's insight into these guys is unmatched.
8:10 - 125 Pounds
12:27 - 133 Pounds
18:16 - 141 Pounds
25:30 - 149 Pounds
29:18 - 157 Pounds
37:12 - 165 Pounds
44:44 - 174 Pounds
48:45 - 184 Pounds
28:20 - 197 Pounds
1:06:09 - 285 Pounds

(HMA Fantasy #28) NCAA Champion Duals - Round of 16: #6 2017 vs #11 2019
Tune in for a match-up between two great, recent teams. The #6 2017 Champs vs the #11 2019 Champs promises to be a fun one!
3:58 - 285 Pounds
9:45 - 125 Pounds
17:55 - 133 Pounds
22:05 - 141 Pounds
30:10 - 149 Pounds
36:53 - 157 Pounds
41:36 - 165 Pounds
47:57 - 174 Pounds
54:01 - 184 Pounds
57:22 - 197 Pounds

HMA Interview #40: U.S. Olympian Ken Chertow
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