The Mountaineer Insider

3333 NIL Collective

<p>The Mountaineer Insider podcast is an avenue for Appalachian State fans and patrons to get an in-depth look into the qualities that make our student-athletes special and unique. We are really excited to have the opportunity to use this platform to show you all what is inside these athletes offer both inside and out of their athletic arenas. <br><br>This podcast is sponsored by the 3333 Collective that is made up of a group of supporters committed to providing engagement opportunities for student-athletes, ultimately enhancing the lives of these hard-working athletes. <br><br>Join host and App State football alum Kaiden Smith along with some of Appalachian State's most accomplished student-athletes, as they discuss a variety of relevant topics in the world of sports and beyond. </p>

  • 37 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 16: Ava Studney

    On the 16th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State pole vaulter Ava Studney.

    Ava sits atop the App State school record books for both indoor and outdoor pole vault just two years into her college career.  On this episode, she speaks about her journey from gymnast to pole vaulter, her record-breaking performances, and of course her interests off the track.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms.

    21 June 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 37 minutes 26 seconds
    Episode 15: Layla Meric

    On the 15th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State women's golf student-athlete Layla Meric.

    Layla is fresh off of the Sun Belt Championship where she posted the highest score for the Mountaineers. And ahead of her senior season she reflects on her golf journey, speaks on the game as a whole, and opens up about her interests off the course. 

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms.



    29 April 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 52 minutes 18 seconds
    Episode 14: Anderson Castle

    On the 14th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State football student-athlete Anderson Castle.

    Anderson is a Boone, North Carolina native who lived out his dream playing for the Mountaineers. As the running back detailed his football journey, spoke about the highly anticipated upcoming season, and much more on this incredible episode. 

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms.

    26 March 2024, 3:00 am
  • 28 minutes 55 seconds
    Episode 13: Trey'Von Spillers

    Welcome to Season 2! On the 13th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State men's basketball student-athlete Trey'Von Spillers.

    Trey'Von is in the midst of his first season with the Mountaineers and has made a major impact, leading App State in points and rebounds per game in their historic season for the ages. In this conversation, he discusses his junior college journey to Boone and all things basketball on this electric, inaugural episode of 2024.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms.

    15 February 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 26 minutes 27 seconds
    Episode 12: Tommy Askey

    On the 12th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State wrestling student-athlete Tommy Askey.

    Tommy is fresh off of his best year with the Mountaineers, boasting a 30-13 record and taking home the SoCon Championship at 157 pounds last season. He's continuing to build on that in his senior season, as the wrestling program is ranked No. 24 in the nation, and on this episode, he discusses all things wrestling and his passions away from the mat.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms.

    9 January 2024, 3:00 pm
  • 31 minutes 33 seconds
    Episode 11: Myles Tate

    On the 11th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State men's basketball student-athlete Myles Tate.

    Myles joined the Mountaineers this season following his career at Butler, playing a pivotal role in App State's impressive 9-3 start heading into conference play. Myles shares his basketball origin story, reflects on his standout performance in the team's upset win over Auburn, and discusses so much more on one of our best episodes yet.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 




    22 December 2023, 7:00 pm
  • 56 minutes 35 seconds
    Episode 10: Noah Hannon

    On the 10th episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by former Appalachian State football student-athlete Noah Hannon.

    Noah was a former standout during his playing days with the Mountaineers but is now on the leadership team of the 3333 Collective, giving his all for App State in a different way. On this special episode, Noah breaks down all things 3333 Collective and unpacks the NIL landscape as a whole in one of our most informative episodes yet. 

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 

    1 December 2023, 1:00 pm
  • 25 minutes 48 seconds
    Episode 9: Nate Johnson

    On the ninth episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State football student-athlete Nate Johnson.

    Nate is having an outstanding true freshman year for App State, leading the team in sacks and tackles for loss with three games remaining in the regular season. Nate pulls back the curtain on his breakout season and much more in a conversation you won't want to miss.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 


    10 November 2023, 7:00 pm
  • 38 minutes 10 seconds
    Episode 8: Calbert Guest

    On the eighth episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State cross country and track student-athlete Calbert Guest.

    Year after year at App State Cal continued to improve in all his events, which all culminated last season when he placed first at the Sun Belt Conference Championships in the 3,000-meter steeplechase. Cal discusses that experience and many others in his running journey on another great episode of the MIP. 

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 

    20 October 2023, 5:00 pm
  • 41 minutes 32 seconds
    Episode 7: Addie Clark

    On the seventh episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State field hockey student-athlete Addie Clark.

    Addie is fresh off of a superb senior season and returned this year to help lead the Mountaineers back to the MAC Championship game. She broke down what it really means to be a goalkeeper and shared her deep passion for the world of art in one of the most insightful episodes yet.

    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 

    6 October 2023, 1:00 pm
  • 55 minutes 54 seconds
    Episode 6: Maya Winterhoff

    On the sixth episode of The Mountaineer Insider podcast host Kaiden Smith is joined by Appalachian State volleyball student-athlete Maya Winterhoff.


    Maya gives listeners a detailed breakdown of her intriguing volleyball origin story along with an in-depth look at her historical freshman season for the Mountaineers. She also talks about what she’s been reading, watching, and her other interests off the court.


    This podcast is presented by the 3333 Collective, follow all the action and get all updates on all 3333 Collective engagements by following @3333Collective on all social media platforms. 


    22 September 2023, 5:00 pm
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