The Owl Pod: Official Podcast of Temple Athletics
The Owl Pod is a weekly podcast that brings listeners behind the scenes with coaches, student-athletes, and special guests, sharing the stories and moments that define Temple University Athletics. Each episode offers an inside look at the people and passion driving the Owls’ pursuit of excellence.
Episodes
53 episodes
Ep. 52: Dr. Claudrena Harold, Temple Women's Basketball Alum
Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp sat down with former Temple women's basketball star and Temple Athletics Hall of Famer Dr. Claudrena Harold. Dr. Harold was the keynote speaker at the 2026 Stella's, the department's end-of-the-year celebration.
Ep. 51: Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Student-Athlete Rose Tuomisto
David & Amelia are joined by freshman Rose Tuomisto who chats with the duo about her first year at Temple and her experience as a student-athlete.
Ep. 50: Tara Evans, Director of Nancy and Donald Resnick Academic Support Center for Student-Athletes
The Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp is joined by Director of the Nancy and Donald Resnick Academic Support Center for Student-Athletes Tara Evans for the program's 50th episode!
Ep. 49: Men's Crew Student-Athlete Angus Tremlett
David & Amelia are joined by international student-athlete and men's crew team member Angus Tremlett, who discusses his sport and the 2026 season thus far.
Ep. 48: Head Men's Crew Coach Brendan Cunningham
The Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp discussed all things Temple men's crew with head coach and alum of the program, Brendan Cunningham.
Ep. 47: Men's Golf Student-Athlete Mason Tomé
David & Amelia had the chance to sit down and talk Temple men's golf with sophomore student-athlete Mason Tomé.
Ep. 46: Inside March Madness with Vice President/Debbie and Stanley Lefkowitz ’65 Director of Athletics Arthur Johnson
The Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp sat down with Vice President/Debbie and Stanley Lefkowitz ’65 Director of Athletics Arthur Johnson to discuss his role on the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Selection Committee and gives perspective on all of ...
Ep. 45: Men's Tennis Student-Athlete Aayush Bhat
David & Amelia took some time to discuss the spring season with men's tennis student-athlete Aayush Bhat. The group discusses a variety of topics, including the international flavor of the tennis roster.
Ep. 44: Head Tennis Coach Jeff Brandes
Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp sat down with head men's and women's tennis coach Jeff Brandes to talk about his journey in coaching and his time at the helm of Temple's tennis programs.
Ep. 43: Gymnastics Student-Athlete Nikki Rengifo
Sophomore gymnast Nikki Rengifo joins David & Amelia to discuss the upcoming EAGL Championships and her journey as a student-athlete at Temple!
Ep. 42: Lacrosse Student-Athlete Kaitlyn Stankavage
David & Amelia are back following Temple's spring break and were joined by senior Kaitlyn Stankavage, who discusses the hot start to the season by Temple lacrosse!
Ep. 41: Head Women's Rowing Coach Rebecca Grzybowski
The Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp had the opportunity to talk with Rebecca Grzybowski about her career path and the Temple women's rowing program.
Ep. 40: Women's Rowing Alum Kathleen Stengel
Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp was joined by former women’s rower and current Chief Executive Officer of NeurAbilities Healthcare Kathleen Stengel.
Ep. 39: Women's Rowing Senior Amanda Morelli
David & Amelia welcome women's rowing senior Amanda Morelli to The Owl Pod this week!
Ep. 38: Head Gymnastics Coach Hilary Steele
Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp sat down with head gymnastics coach Hilary Steele to discuss her journey in coaching and her collegiate gymnastics career at the University of Georgia.
Ep. 37: Lacrosse Student-Athlete Sarah Gowman
David & Amelia were joined by women's lacrosse student-athlete Sarah Gowman, who discussed her team's start to the 2026 season!
Ep. 36: National Girls & Women in Sports Edition!
In honor of National Girls & Women in Sports Day on Feb. 4, here is a special edition of the Owl Pod featuring highlights from our conversations with Temple’s female leaders talking about their path into sports and how it has set them on th...
Ep. 35: Football's Peter Clarke & Curly Ordonez
David & Amelia made their way to Liacouras Center to host a live podcast prior to the annual White Out men's basketball game on Jan. 31. The duo welcomed tight end Peter Clarke and linebacker Curly Ordonez from Temple football!
Ep. 34: Head Fencing Coach Jennie Salmon
Temple University graduate and head fencing coach Jennie Salmon joined The Owl Pod to discuss the historic fencing program at Temple, and her journey into collegiate coaching.
Ep. 33: Men's Basketball Senior Guard Jordan Mason
David & Amelia were joined by senior point guard Jordan Mason, who discussed his nickname and Temple's big upcoming week at Liacouras Center!
Ep. 32: Faculty Athletics Representative & Temple Professor Dr. Elizabeth Taylor
Kevin Copp had the chance to talk to Temple Faculty Athletics Representative Dr. Elizabeth Taylor about her role on campus and within the athletic department!
Ep. 31: Gymnastics Student-Athlete Megan White
David & Amelia are joined by Temple gymnastics junior Megan White, who discussed her balance beam routine, music choices, and the recruiting process that brought her to Temple!
Ep. 30: First Episode of 2026!
The 2026 spring semester is underway, and David & Amelia are back with another edition of The Owl Pod! Get caught up on everything Temple Athletics and get a preview of what's to come in the new year.
Ep. 29: Last Episode of First Semester from David & Amelia
David Litvin and Amelia Wright wrap up the first semester of The Owl Pod with one last episode before winter break!
Ep. 28: Vice President/Debbie & Stanley Lefkowitz '65 Director of Athletics Arthur Johnson
Voice of the Owls Kevin Copp had the opportunity to chat with Vice President/Debbie & Stanley Lefkowitz '65 Director of Athletics Arthur Johnson about his career, growing up in Georgia, and everything that goes along with running an athleti...