{"podcast":{"title":"Block & Talk","slug":"block-talk-7811569","podcast_index_feed_id":7811569,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/block-talk/feed.xml","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/block-talk","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/block-talk/20260419_100410_c42f521c1d0842997efe33992df8bcbd.png","author":"Parker Bijl & Clay Ressler","episode_count":9,"summary":"From big blocks to better conversations—Block & Talk dives into everything volleyball. We break down skills, swap coaching ideas, build smarter practices, and bring on guests from all corners of the game.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-10T04:17:32.866918+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/block-talk-7811569"},"episode":{"title":"VNL Action & Navigating the June 15th Recruiting Wave","slug":"vnl-action-navigating-the-june-15th-recruiting-wave","published_at":"2026-06-09T13:26:53+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/block-talk-7811569/vnl-action-navigating-the-june-15th-recruiting-wave","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/block-talk-7811569","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/block-talk/2900552","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/379582/2900552/block-talk/2026_06_09_13_26_39_1b8ab7a6-8033-4ef0-9955-0b98ae399d00.mp3","summary":"In this episode of our volleyball podcast, we dive deep into the high-octane world of international and collegiate volleyball. First, we break down the latest action from the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) , analyzing the standout performances and tactical shifts from the opening rounds of play. Then, we shift our focus to the future of the sport as we tackle the high-stakes world of NCAA recruiting . With June 15th marking the official date that Division I and II coaches can begin direct, proactive communication with rising juniors, we provide a essential guide for athletes and parents. We cover: VNL Recap: Who is making an early statement in the standings? The June 15th Milestone: What does it actually mean for your recruiting journey? Coach Expectations: How to handle that first phone call or email, and what to do if you don’t hear from your \"dream school\" right away. Strategy & Etiquette: The dos and don’ts of navigating the initial contact period and how to keep your composure when offers begin to roll in. Whether you're a fan of international powerhouses or a student-athlete looking to play at the next level, this episode has the insights you need to stay ahead of the game.","meta_description":"In this episode of our volleyball podcast, we dive deep into the high-octane world of international and collegiate volleyball. First, we break down the la…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2559,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/block-talk-7811569/episodes/vnl-action-navigating-the-june-15th-recruiting-wave/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/block-talk-7811569/vnl-action-navigating-the-june-15th-recruiting-wave.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}