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On today’s episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul talks with Assistant Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement Matt Lewis.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Chris Dickerson, president of the SOJMC Alumni Advisory Board, joins the show to discuss Jeff Hopson and Jerod Smalley, who will be inducted into Marshall University’s W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications Hall of Fame. Hopson is an Emmy-winning videographer who has covered global sporting events, while Smalley is a six-time Ohio Associated Press Best Anchor and advocate for autism awareness. Get tickets to the Hall of Fame dinner here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marshall-university-sojmc-2025-hall-of-fame-dinner-tickets-1716149602659?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Comments from Marshall football coach Tony Gibson headline this episode of The Drive with Paul Swann. 

Paul Swann interviews Tim Stephens from HD Media to discuss the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s measures against the Ironton Fighting Tigers football program. 

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Today on The Drive with Paul Swann: Bobby Iddings joins the show to preview South Carolina vs. No. 9 Marshall on the pitch, and Devin Miller from the Marshall Big Green stops by to discuss the new membership drive. 

Marshall rolled past Alice Lloyd 123–63. Hear postgame comments from head coach Corny Jackson, center Matt Van Komen, and guard Noah Otshudi.

Marshall football coach Tony Gibson shares his thoughts heading into the off week. Plus, Paul debates whether to root for the Dodgers or the Blue Jays — and no, he’s not Canadian.

Paul Swann recaps Marshall’s win over Texas State, sizes up the showdown with Coastal Carolina, and gets you ready for the start of Thundering Herd basketball. 

The Drive with Paul Swann for October 17, 2025.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann — Paul is joined by Ryan Crisp, Marshall’s Associate Athletics Director for Ticket Sales and Fan Engagement, to talk about the upcoming Hoops in Huntington event. Plus, hear comments from Marshall basketball coach Corny Jackson. 

In today’s episode of The Drive, Paul Swann talks with Bobby Iddings about the upcoming matchup between No. 12 Marshall and Oakland. Plus, hear comments from football coach Tony Gibson and basketball coaches Cornelius Jackson and Juli Fulks. 

Paul Swann returns to the mic for The Drive on ESPN 94.1 & AM 930.On tonight’s show, he’s joined by Bobby Iddings to break down the top-20 soccer showdown between Marshall and Kentucky, plus a preview of the upcoming Marshall vs. Old Dominion football game. 

The Drive with Paul Swann – September 26, 2025 On today’s episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, we preview Marshall’s upcoming road matchup against Louisiana as the Thundering Herd prepare for a pivotal Saturday showdown. Swann breaks down what’s at stake, key matchups to watch, and the implications for the Sun Belt standings.Plus, with the NFL weekend ahead, Paul shares his thoughts on why he’s pulling for the Cincinnati Bengals—even when former Marshall football players are suiting up for the opposition.Listener calls and social media reactions round out the show, as fans weigh in on Herd football, NFL loyalties, and more.

Today on The Drive with Paul Swann, Paul talks with Wayne Ryan, Executive Director of the WVSSAC, about the major move the commission’s making—awarding the West Virginia state high school baseball tournament to Jack Cook Field in Huntington (2026–2028, with an option for 2029) and the expansion of the tournament from 4 to 8 teams per class. 

Marshall will host the WVSSAC State Baseball Tournament starting in 2026. Andrew Brown, Senior Associate AD for Capital Projects & Championship Facilities, joined Paul Swann to talk about what it means for the Herd and the community.

The Drive with Paul Swann for Tuesday, September 23, 2025

The Drive with Paul Swann for Monday, September 22, 2025.

 On this edition of The Drive: Bobby Iddings previews #6 Marshall vs. Coastal Carolina, Luke Creasy previews Hurricane vs. Huntington, and we kick off our preview of Marshall’s upcoming game at Middle Tennessee, ahead of tomorrow’s kickoff. 

On today’s episode of The Drive with Paul Swann, the guest is Matt Lewis, Assistant Director of Marketing & Fan Engagement.