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Under the Dome

Under the Dome

By Ben Belden

A podcast dedicated to the news and analysis of everything related to Notre Dame athletics.
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Discussing Notre Dame's Big Senior Day Victory over Florida State

Under the DomeNov 12, 2018

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Notre Dame - Clemson Postgame Thoughts
Nov 06, 202223:46
Notre Dame Football: Who is to blame for season's struggles?
Oct 17, 202217:31
My Thoughts on Notre Dame's Big Picture at Quarterback
Oct 19, 202122:02
Cincinnati Postmortem: What were we thinking? Will we ever learn?
Oct 05, 202101:02:18
Off the Pyne: Notre Dame drubs Wisconsin

Off the Pyne: Notre Dame drubs Wisconsin

Ben discusses Notre Dame's big win over Wisconsin. 

Sep 27, 202131:25
Reacting to a Weird, Weird Home-Opener vs. Toledo

Reacting to a Weird, Weird Home-Opener vs. Toledo

Ben returns with a solo show to discuss being back on Notre Dame's campus and how he feels about Notre Dame football following a weird, weird home-opening victory over the Toledo Rockets.

Sep 13, 202137:40
Turning the Page to Toledo

Turning the Page to Toledo

Ben welcomes Mike Palkovics from the @5FootNothinPod, as well as Nick Shepkowski (@NickShepkowski) to discuss news on Lawrence Keyes, Xavier Watts, and everything in-between, as the Irish prepare to take on Toledo on Saturday afternoon. 

Sep 10, 202155:26
Notre Dame vs. Florida State Day-After Reactions
Sep 06, 202138:34
The State of the Program with Nick Shepkowski
Sep 01, 202153:20
Under the Dome Podcast: Expectations Raised for the Notre Dame Football Team
Aug 18, 202141:52
Under the Dome Weekly Rewind: Merriweather, Peacock, and Fall Weddings

Under the Dome Weekly Rewind: Merriweather, Peacock, and Fall Weddings

Ben returns with the second installment of the new wave of Under the Dome Podcasts where he recaps the latest happenings with Notre Dame football, including the commitment of Tobias Merriweather, streaming on Peacock, and a nice rant about people who schedule weddings during football season.

Be sure to check out the video aspect of the podcast on YouTube to stay up-to-date with live events and get notified when we post a new show. LINK: https://youtu.be/EagHvySXSjY

Aug 06, 202130:56
Under the Dome Podcast: Catching Up, College Football Playoff, and Conference Re-Alignment

Under the Dome Podcast: Catching Up, College Football Playoff, and Conference Re-Alignment

Ben makes a triumphant return to the Under the Dome Podcast, discussing the new format for the show and how Notre Dame Football fits in to the ever-changing College Football landscape.  

Jul 27, 202128:33
College Football in Peril: What went wrong?

College Football in Peril: What went wrong?

Ben (@realbbelden) and Jack (@Leniart_ND) discuss the latest news in college football amid the Big Ten and Pac-12 deciding to cancel their seasons this week. 

Aug 12, 202048:58
Michigan Preview, USC Talk, Notre Dame Draft Prospects

Michigan Preview, USC Talk, Notre Dame Draft Prospects

Ben, Nathan, and Mason hop on the podcast after a hiatus to discuss the state of Notre Dame football as it turns its sights on Michigan. 

Oct 22, 201949:08
Under the Dome - Always Irish Crossover
Oct 03, 201901:18:28
The Always Irish - Under the Dome Crossover: Georgia on my mind

The Always Irish - Under the Dome Crossover: Georgia on my mind

John (@jkznd4) from the Always Irish Podcast joins Ben, the normal Under the Dome Podcast host, for their crossover edition of the podcast. The topics flew by, as the two tackled all of the hard-hitting subjects ahead of Notre Dame and Georgia game on Saturday. 

Sep 19, 201901:22:54
Previewing Notre Dame's biggest game of the decade

Previewing Notre Dame's biggest game of the decade

Ben and Nathan discuss Notre Dame's chances against the Bulldogs, areas of concern, and what must go right for the Irish in Athens on Saturday.

Sep 19, 201942:30
Lay off Brian Kelly: Reacting to BK's pre-camp press conference

Lay off Brian Kelly: Reacting to BK's pre-camp press conference

Ben delivers a solo podcast re-hashing Brian Kelly's annual pre-fall camp press conference. He discusses main points, leadership, and health. Then he discusses and elaborates upon why you should lay off Brian Kelly as he enters his 10th season in South Bend.
Aug 02, 201939:53
Under the Dome Podcast Recruiting Outlook, Defensive Line, and the Ongoing Conference Discussion

Under the Dome Podcast Recruiting Outlook, Defensive Line, and the Ongoing Conference Discussion

Ben welcomes Nathan and Mason to the podcast to discuss and catch up on a plethora of Notre Dame topics such as recruiting and the outlook for the upcoming season. Then they engage in a heated discussion about whether or not Notre Dame should join the ACC full-time.
Jun 28, 201939:52
Men's Basketball, Football Recruiting, and Football "Buy or Sell"

Men's Basketball, Football Recruiting, and Football "Buy or Sell"

Ben and Mason welcome Nathan to the podcast and they discuss possible additions to the Notre Dame men's basketball team. Then, they shift the conversation to football, discussing recent recruiting success and play a game of "buy or sell" to conclude the podcast.
Apr 20, 201953:44
Notre Dame Football: On Over/Under 9.5 Wins, Playoff or Bust, and fan Questions

Notre Dame Football: On Over/Under 9.5 Wins, Playoff or Bust, and fan Questions

Ben and Mason discuss all the latest with Notre Dame football as the Irish continue with spring practice.
Apr 02, 201941:10
Is Notre Dame Football about to get over the hump?

Is Notre Dame Football about to get over the hump?

After a note on podcast updates, Ben discusses all relevant Notre Dame athletics topics: The end to the Irish basketball season, Mike Brey, and spring football. Is Notre Dame football at an important turning point in its trajectory? Find out what Ben thinks and why he feels that way.
Mar 14, 201943:11
Discussing Insufferable Fans, the 2019 Football Recruiting Class, Notre Dame Junior Day

Discussing Insufferable Fans, the 2019 Football Recruiting Class, Notre Dame Junior Day

In this episode of the Under the Dome Podcast, Ben discusses whether Notre Dame fans are the most insufferable fans in sports and defends Mike Brey amid his team's struggles. He also discusses Brian Kelly's accomplishments at Notre Dame.
In the second segment of the show, he welcomes Nathan Erbach to the show to discuss all things recruiting.
Feb 25, 201945:40
Notre Dame Women's Basketball Talk

Notre Dame Women's Basketball Talk

Ben welcomes Jordan Small to the podcast to discuss the Notre Dame women's basketball team. What do the Irish have to repeat as champions? Should Notre Dame fans be concerned with recent ACC road losses? What will the Irish look like next season?
Feb 09, 201928:56
Rapid Reaction: Notre Dame's Loss in the College Football Playoff
Dec 30, 201841:36
National Signing Day and Notre Dame's Semifinal Chances

National Signing Day and Notre Dame's Semifinal Chances

Ben welcomes Nathan to the podcast to discuss Notre Dame's recruiting class of 2019 and Notre Dame's chances in the College Football Playoff against Clemson.
Dec 24, 201844:59
Discussing Notre Dame's Big Senior Day Victory over Florida State
Nov 12, 201844:26
Discussing 9-0, Special Teams, the Running Game, and the Playoff

Discussing 9-0, Special Teams, the Running Game, and the Playoff

Ben welcomes John (@jkznd4) to the podcast to discuss Notre Dame's win over Northwestern. They touch on poor special teams play, a lackluster running game, and more.
Nov 05, 201801:00:05
Discussing a Win over Navy, Bachelor Party Stories, and the College Football Playoff

Discussing a Win over Navy, Bachelor Party Stories, and the College Football Playoff

Ben welcomes Jack and Mason to the podcast. Jack tells stories from a Bachelor Party weekend in San Diego before the three discuss Navy, anxiety for the rest of the season, and the College Football Playoff.
Oct 30, 201845:56
Talking College Football Craziness and Midseason Assessments
Oct 23, 201842:05
Discussing Notre Dame's Playoff Hopes

Discussing Notre Dame's Playoff Hopes

Ben jumps on the airwaves to discuss the likelihood of Notre Dame making the College Football Playoff. What teams are locks to make it ahead of the Irish? Can the Irish get in with 1 loss? Is there a scenario where the Irish go 12-0 and miss the playoff? Ben talks about all this in more on the Under the Dome Podcast.
Oct 12, 201839:53
Virginia Tech Preview and College Football Playoff Discussion
Oct 04, 201844:11
Reacting to the Stanford Win: How Good is Notre Dame?

Reacting to the Stanford Win: How Good is Notre Dame?

Ben delivers a solo podcast, reacting to Notre Dame's win over Stanford.
Oct 02, 201829:13
Wake Forest Wrap-Up and How the Irish Stack Up against Stanford

Wake Forest Wrap-Up and How the Irish Stack Up against Stanford

Ben welcomes Paul Walsh to the podcast to discuss Notre Dame's big win over Wake Forest. They discuss the play of Ian Book, the difference between Book and Brandon Wimbush, and how the Irish stack up with Stanford.
Sep 24, 201844:33
Vandy Reaction: An Anemic Offense, Quarterback Questions, and Season Outlook

Vandy Reaction: An Anemic Offense, Quarterback Questions, and Season Outlook

Jack Leniart (@Leniart_ND) joins the show with Ben to discuss Notre Dame and Vandy. How big are Notre Dame's problems? Could (or should) Brian Kelly re-examine the quarterback situation? After one quarter of their schedule, what is the outlook for the rest of the season going forward?
Sep 17, 201844:15
Under the Dome Live: Reacting to a Lackluster Win Over Ball State
Sep 10, 201845:04
Under the Dome Live: Ball State Preview

Under the Dome Live: Ball State Preview

Ben welcomes Mason Plummer to the show to disucuss Ball State Football.
Sep 05, 201846:31
Under the Dome Live: Reacting to a Big Win Over Michigan

Under the Dome Live: Reacting to a Big Win Over Michigan

Ben records his first solo and LIVE episode from the Under the Dome Studios, discussing Brian Kelly, an absurdly good defense, and the play of Brandon Wimbush.
Sep 02, 201840:11
Previewing Michigan by Discussing Quarterbacks, Confidence, and Win Predictions

Previewing Michigan by Discussing Quarterbacks, Confidence, and Win Predictions

Ben (@bbelden330) welcomes Nathan Erbach (@LasVegasIrish09) and Jack Leniart (@Leniart_ND) to the podcast to discuss the hot-button issue: The Notre Dame quarterbacks. They move on then to discuss their confidence in Wimbush and the team and then make official Michigan predictions.
Aug 29, 201847:50
The Return: On Urban Meyer, Week One, Anonymous Coaches, and Voicemail Questions
Aug 02, 201801:03:09
Remembering Father Ted Hesburgh with Digger Phelps

Remembering Father Ted Hesburgh with Digger Phelps

Golden Domer Daily is thrilled to welcome Digger Phelps to the podcast to discuss his book, Father Ted Hesburgh: He Coached Me. Digger shares stories about Fr. Ted Hesburgh, who was the President of the University of Notre Dame from 1952 to 1987 and had an unbelievable impact, not only at the school, but across the country, also. Listen to Digger discuss what made Fr. Hesburgh so special and why Notre Dame is such a special place.
Aug 02, 201736:39