The Nate Lull Podcast

Nate reconnects with local wrestling coach, Nate Leonard, from the Gorilla Grapplers. The guys collaborate on a high school season wrap-up episode talking about several athletes who made it to the state tournament. Many of these wrestlers train with the Gorillas in the off-season. They also discuss the success of the SUNY Oneonta program this winter.

Nate travels to Ithaca to sit down with Tyler Ferrara from the Cornell Big Red Wrestling team. Tyler is a Chenango Forks grad and is a two-time NYS champion. He talks about his freshman year at CU and how a "grayshirt" season helped him to prepare for Division-I competition. Tyler also offers great recruiting advice and looks back on his highly decorated high school career.

Nate takes a road trip to Elmira College to learn about the Section IV connections with the EC Men's Basketball program. Nate interviews Elmira Head Coach, Casey McGraw, and Assistant Coach, Brady Harrington. Casey is related to the McGraw family in Oneonta and Brady is a Whitney Point grad. They discuss their coaching backgrounds, recruiting advice and how they both found a home with the Soaring Eagles.

Nate travels back to Clark Sports Center to sit down with Cooperstown senior, Mia Kaltenbach. She is known for her lockdown defense on the basketball court and her high motor. Mia participated in Rotary Youth Exchange, where she traveled to Germany during her sophomore year. She describes her time abroad and gives advice to others interested in the program.

Nate connects with Sidney running standout, Carson Strauss. He is a senior who runs cross country, indoor track and outdoor track. Carson talks about battling back from several serious injuries during his career at SCS. He also recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout and tells us about his service project for that. 

Nate welcomes back Oneonta grad, Teddy McGraw, for his fourth appearance on the show. He is currently a pitcher in the Seattle Mariners organization and is training primarily in Arizona and California. Teddy updates us on his arm injury status and talks about how his spiritual journey has changed his life on and off the field. A must listen episode!

Nate travels to Morris to visit The Gatehouse Coffee Shop and Mercantile. He sits down with owners, Chris Riffle and Tim Atticus, for an on-site interview to learn more about this popular new destination. The Gatehouse features coffee, tea, music, art and so much more. Chris and Tim thrive on creating a community meeting place where friends and family can gather and relax.

Nate sits down with Sidney alumna and current Keuka College Field Hockey player, Anna Dewey. She is a junior midfielder for the Wolves and started all 16 games during the 2024 season. Anna talks about how her love for the game has kept her going even during tough times on and off the field.

Nate travels to Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown for an interview with mountain athlete, Bethany (Garretson) Adams. She is a Cherry Valley-Springfield alumna who has become well known for her hiking adventures in the Adirondack Mountains and beyond. Bethany is a 46er and has over 100 FKTs to her name. Nate is joined by special co-host and hiking enthusiast, Rich Turnbull, for this episode.

Nate welcomes back Jeff Mlinar from Empire State Takeover to discuss local girls basketball for the 2024-2025 season. This is Jeff's seventh appearance on the show. Hear about what players you need to be watching this winter. The guys also finish the episode by playing a fun trivia style game.

Nate catches up with local aspiring sports broadcaster, Colby Smith. Colby graduated from Edmeston Central School in 2023 and now attends Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida. He talks about his time announcing for the Oneonta Outlaws this past summer and his journey to finding the right fit for his college experience.

Nate sits down in the studio with New York State Senator, Peter Oberacker. He is a Republican who represents the 51st Senate District, which includes portions of Nate's coverage area in Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties. Senator Oberacker is a Schenevus graduate and discusses his road to politics and how athletics helped to shape his professional life today.