Podcast Episodes

Mastering the Mental Game of Officiating with Andrew Toce

Season 2 Episode 37

In this episode of Whistle Talk, Michael D and Andrew Toce discuss the critical role of mental preparation in officiating football games. They explore various strategies for officials to enhance thei…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Bad to the Bone : Officiating the Flex Bone Offense

Season 2 Episode 34

Join Mike D, the referee, as he dives deep into the world of football officiating with a special focus on the Flexbone offense. In this episode, Mike is joined by a panel of seasoned coaches, includi…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Replay Systems: The Future of Football Officiating

Season 2 Episode 35

In this episode of Whistle Talk, host Michael D'Ambrosio speaks with veteran football official Mark Mesnick about his extensive career in officiating, the intricacies of the replay system in college …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

2025 Points of Emphasis NFHS

Season 2 Episode 34

In this episode of Whistle Talk, Michael D'Ambrosio discusses the NFHS points of emphasis for high school football officials, focusing on illegal equipment, sportsmanship, and player safety. He empha…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

The Ultimate Guide to NFHS Football Penalty Signals & Yardage — For Refs, Coaches & Pressbox

Season 2 Episode 33

Master the Language of the Game — Clear Communication, Accurate Enforcement, and Winning Strategies for Every Sideline Role

Episode Description:
In this must-listen episode, Mike D and Danial break dow…

Published on 3 months ago

Navigating the Intricacies of Penalty Enforcement in Football

Season 2 Episode 30

In this episode, I replay an episode from last year as it falls in line with the completion of the NFHS Rule Book Series

 In the world of football, penalty enforcement is a critical yet often misunder…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Whistle Talk: The Penalty Playbook — Mastering NFHS Rule 10

Season 2 Episode 27

Get ready for a can’t-miss episode of Whistle Talk as hosts Michael D'Ambrosio, Daniel Chamberlain, and Tom Barlow break down the most complex and misunderstood section of the NFHS Football Rule Book…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rule 9 Deep Dive: Unsportsmanlike Conduct, Illegal Participation, and More

Season 2 Episode 28

In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D and Daniel Chamberlain dive deep into the intricacies of football officiating, focusing on Rule Nine. They discuss various aspects of player conduct, illegal b…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mastering Football Rule 8: Scoring and Touchbacks

Season 2 Episode 27

In this episode of Whistle Talk, hosts Michael D'Ambrosio and Daniel Chamberlain dive deep into the intricacies of football rules, focusing on scoring plays, touchbacks, and the nuances of officiatin…

Published on 4 months ago

Lucky #7 - Understanding Rule 7 of the NFHS Rule Book

Season 2 Episode 26

In this episode of Whistle Talk, hosts Michael D'Ambrosio and Daniel Chamberlain delve into the intricacies of football officiating, focusing on Rule Seven, which covers the snapping of the ball, enc…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago