https://simplecast.com "Open Mic" is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, told through interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. SportsCaster.com provides sports fans and aspiring sportscasters the opportunity to participate in sports broadcasting. To learn more, visit SportsCaster.com. 2025 ~ Cumulus Media en Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:11 +0000 https://open-mic.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/51e42878-f1e7-4a15-8016-b011524d9dac/7825a682-2d28-466b-beb6-3a9bd65a00b6/3000x3000/openmicpodtile.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://open-mic.simplecast.com episodic "Open Mic" is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, told through interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. SportsCaster.com provides sports fans and aspiring sportscasters the opportunity to participate in sports broadcasting. To learn more, visit SportsCaster.com. Cumulus Media Detroit false https://feeds.simplecast.com/4T5EVlgH Cumulus Media curtis.paul@cumulus.com cf7d878b-d223-4831-b57d-c7a2bfa69c3c Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-541-who-scraped-the-bottom-of-the-draft-pool-MfRA5wUI Episode 54.1: Who Scraped the Bottom of the Draft Pool Emil Asaf 00:09:30 Episode 54.1: Emil Asaf and the Analytixx Sports Pod group discuss the winners and losers of the NFL draft, and which teams will make the most from their draft picks. Episode 54.1: Emil Asaf and the Analytixx Sports Pod group discuss the winners and losers of the NFL draft, and which teams will make the most from their draft picks. nfl draft, nfl, dolphins, detroit lions, cardinals false full 250 2ef8372d-0e2d-48cd-81e2-82d8cfa608f3 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-54-full-show-DOgWzDU_ Episode 54: FULL SHOW Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, Emil Asaf 00:36:53 Episode 54: Full Show - Emil Asaf from the Analytixx Sports Pod kicks off the show with the best and worst picks of the NFL draft, then Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and the 5-year eligibility rules and the pros and cons of each for college players. Up next, our host Johnny Kane interviews John Mason, the voice of the Pistons. Finally, what does it mean to be the only woman in the press room. Johnny interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan, on the pressure of being a woman in sports broadcasting. Episode 54: Full Show - Emil Asaf from the Analytixx Sports Pod kicks off the show with the best and worst picks of the NFL draft, then Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and the 5-year eligibility rules and the pros and cons of each for college players. Up next, our host Johnny Kane interviews John Mason, the voice of the Pistons. Finally, what does it mean to be the only woman in the press room. Johnny interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan, on the pressure of being a woman in sports broadcasting. sports broadcasting, nfl draft, university of michigan sports broadcasting, college sports eligibility, university of michigan journalism, redshirting, woman in journalism false full 249 5f1b0704-9e89-45f3-8288-ca0d6e093f1a Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-542-redshirtting-and-the-5-year-eligibility-loop-hole-BgHDsdFY Episode 54.2: Redshirtting and the 5 Year Eligibility Loop Hole Noah Shemami 00:09:28 Episode 54.2: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and 5 year eligibility in college sports, and the pros and cons of each for players. Episode 54.2: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, discusses the differences between Redshirting and 5 year eligibility in college sports, and the pros and cons of each for players. 5 year eligibility for athletes, redshirt athletes, college sports, full sail university false full 251 62453623-971d-40f0-baf3-bcae22779112 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-533-athletes-train-to-be-broadcasters-oJuNtk1N Episode 53.3: Athletes Train to be Broadcasters Gabe Loper 00:10:47 Episode 53.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University senior, reviews how athletes train to be broadcasters. Episode 53.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University senior, reviews how athletes train to be broadcasters. sports broadcasting, sportscaster, athletes as broadcasters false full 247 60b3ab04-a0d7-43a4-8dc6-b8e0fbcef56b Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-532-a-new-era-in-womens-basketball-_O9pjSGp Episode 53.2: A New Era in Women's Basketball Taryn Fritzsching 00:07:37 Episode 53.2: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, talks about the history of women’s basketball and the path for its future success. Episode 53.2: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, talks about the history of women’s basketball and the path for its future success. women's basketball, wnba, women in sports false full 246 f3b8b1a2-0596-43f1-ac66-0cd2f542cba7 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-531-the-role-of-athlete-as-micro-influencer-Bt4U_XmM Episode 53.1: The Role of Athlete as Micro Influencer Giovanni Moceri 00:10:24 Episode 53.1: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University alum, discusses athletes as Micro Influencers. The pros and cons, what this means in relation to NIL. Episode 53.1: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University alum, discusses athletes as Micro Influencers. The pros and cons, what this means in relation to NIL. social media influencers, athletes as micro influencers, athletes as influencers, micro influencers false full 245 94619539-8c97-4a58-8734-4d7a28b5f631 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/the-price-of-the-green-jacket-CqcoWC8n Episode 53.4: The Price of the Green Jacket Carter Lutz 00:09:30 Episode 53.4: Carter Lutz, Miami University senior, tells the story of the legendary green jacket from The Masters. Episode 53.4: Carter Lutz, Miami University senior, tells the story of the legendary green jacket from The Masters. golf, the green jacket, professional golf, the masters, augusta false full 248 83eadb21-b1a1-4fe2-a290-f18fe201cb38 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-53-full-show-21htREd0 Episode 53: Full Show Giovanni Moceri, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz 00:36:43 Episode 53: Full Show - Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University alum, discusses athletes as Micro Influencers. The pros and cons and what this means in relation to NIL. Then Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, talks about the history of women’s basketball and the path for future success. Up next, Gabe Loper, Wayne State University senior, reviews how athletes train to be broadcasters. Finally Carter Lutz, Miami University senior, tells the story of the legendary green jacket from The Masters. Episode 53: Full Show - Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University alum, discusses athletes as Micro Influencers. The pros and cons and what this means in relation to NIL. Then Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, talks about the history of women’s basketball and the path for future success. Up next, Gabe Loper, Wayne State University senior, reviews how athletes train to be broadcasters. Finally Carter Lutz, Miami University senior, tells the story of the legendary green jacket from The Masters. sportscasters, wnba, the green jacket, the masters, women in basketball, athletes as broadcasters, athlete micro influencers, micro influencers, sports broadcasters false full 244 cd490ab7-6e65-4ce7-aad4-9795b2999cac Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-521-what-is-sports-journalism-9jiyDTo3 Episode 52.1: What is Sports Journalism? Brendan Mato 00:12:45 Episode 52.1: Johnny Kane and Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, discuss the question of "What is Sports Journalism?" and why it matters. Episode 52.1: Johnny Kane and Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, discuss the question of "What is Sports Journalism?" and why it matters. sports journalism, sports media false full 240 ff62f963-9222-45db-8b60-06972dd8f9e0 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Brendan Mato, Gabe Loper, JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-52-full-show-JxiEMFhQ Episode 52: FULL SHOW Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Brendan Mato, Gabe Loper, JC Fox 00:36:54 Episode 52: FULL SHOW: Host Johnny Kane and Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, discuss "What is sports journalism?" Then JC Fox, Mississippi College, breakdowns the differences between media bias or misunderstanding in sports journalism. Then lighting up the show Lyric Sloan, MSU, previews the World Cup underdog, team Curacao. The show wraps with Gabe Loper, WSU, interviewing the incredible Allen Wylie, blind sportscaster who is proving listening is the best skill in the booth. Episode 52: FULL SHOW: Host Johnny Kane and Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, discuss "What is sports journalism?" Then JC Fox, Mississippi College, breakdowns the differences between media bias or misunderstanding in sports journalism. Then lighting up the show Lyric Sloan, MSU, previews the World Cup underdog, team Curacao. The show wraps with Gabe Loper, WSU, interviewing the incredible Allen Wylie, blind sportscaster who is proving listening is the best skill in the booth. world cup soccer, sports broadcasting, sports journalism, sports media, soccer false full 239 fc8666dc-e868-4a19-a47a-a6b0fc4def23 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Allen Wylie) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-524-turning-obstacles-into-opportunities-sVtVjRoK Episode 52.4: TUrning Obstacles into Opportunities Gabe Loper, Allen Wylie 00:09:46 Episode 52.4: Gabe Loper, WSU, interviews Allen Wylie, blind college student turned sports radio broadcaster. Episode 52.4: Gabe Loper, WSU, interviews Allen Wylie, blind college student turned sports radio broadcaster. sportscaster, sports reporting, college sports radio, blind sports broadcaster, college sports false full 243 856e2f7d-b4b1-4b1f-8649-a695e61753ca Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-523-the-world-cup-underdog-is-coming-to-win-JhWetQ1Q Episode 52.3: The World Cup Underdog is Coming to Win Lyric Sloan 00:07:56 Episode 52.3: Lyric Sloan, MSU, shares the incredible story of the island of Curacao and its run for the World Cup in soccer. This is a much watch team! Episode 52.3: Lyric Sloan, MSU, shares the incredible story of the island of Curacao and its run for the World Cup in soccer. This is a much watch team! world cup soccer, sports broadcasting, world cup, curacao, soccer teams, soccer false full 242 1895861b-4deb-4668-bd35-f8821b06b52c Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-522-sports-media-bias-or-misunderstanding-K3lgeCj7 Episode 52.2: Sports: Media Bias or Misunderstanding? JC Fox 00:07:58 Episode 52.2: JC Fox, Mississippi College, breaks down what is happening in sports journalism. Is it media bias or just a misunderstanding? Episode 52.2: JC Fox, Mississippi College, breaks down what is happening in sports journalism. Is it media bias or just a misunderstanding? sports broadcasting, sports journalism, media bias, sports media false full 241 c4216cba-b5f1-45bf-806b-fc203474720b Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-514-do-coaches-need-to-stop-cussing-sMnTiUC6 Episode 51.4: Do Coaches Need to Stop Cussing? Noah Shemami 00:07:13 Episode 51.4: Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, reflects on the topic of Coaches needing to stop cussing… or is it part of the game? Episode 51.4: Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, reflects on the topic of Coaches needing to stop cussing… or is it part of the game? coaches who swear, athlete verbal abuse, coaches who cuss false full 238 c3f42707-290b-44f8-8a48-773635ac9417 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato, Ben Frakes, Ayden Novak, Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-51-full-show-uydUf7FG Episode 51: Full Show Brendan Mato, Ben Frakes, Ayden Novak, Noah Shemami 00:37:45 Episode 51: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, covers the topic of AI being used by HS athletes, "Are AI Highlight Reels Ruining High School Sports?". Then Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, voice the of Detroit Tigers. Next, Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, commentary on an article titled: A baseball catcher's youth league story might just be the ticket to rescuing local journalism. Finally, Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, reflects on the topic of Coaches needing to stop cussing… or is it part of the game? Episode 51: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, covers the topic of AI being used by HS athletes, "Are AI Highlight Reels Ruining High School Sports?". Then Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, voice the of Detroit Tigers. Next, Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, commentary on an article titled: A baseball catcher's youth league story might just be the ticket to rescuing local journalism. Finally, Noah Shemami, Full Sail U alum, reflects on the topic of Coaches needing to stop cussing… or is it part of the game? coaches that swear, ai in youth sports, high school sports, little league, sports journalism, ncaa, ai highlight reels, mlb, detroit tigers false full 234 76829908-dc1d-4fc2-a766-b2241f2ae19e Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-511-hs-athletes-using-ai-for-highlight-reels-BXCHqgKX Episode 51.1: HS Athletes Using AI for Highlight Reels Brendan Mato 00:09:41 Episode 51: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, covers the topic of AI being used by HS athletes, "Are AI Highlight Reels Ruining High School Sports?". Episode 51: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, covers the topic of AI being used by HS athletes, "Are AI Highlight Reels Ruining High School Sports?". athlete hype reels, high school sports, ai in sports, athletes using ai for highlight reels, athlete hightlight reels, high school athletes false full 235 70ecce60-ed16-4852-aabf-92e9bf2487e9 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ben Frakes) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-512-interview-with-dan-dickerson-_agVikLd Episode 51.2: Interview with Dan Dickerson Ben Frakes 00:10:58 Episode 51: Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, voice the of Detroit Tigers. Episode 51: Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, voice the of Detroit Tigers. michigan state university, mlb, dan dickerson, detroit tigers false full 236 fc5b0cd1-d54e-4676-b97d-2f7f998143c2 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-513-the-ticket-to-rescuing-local-journalism-nPtu_R5w Episode 51.3: The Ticket to Rescuing Local Journalism Cumulus Media 00:10:54 Episode 51.3: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, commentary on an article titled: A baseball catcher's youth league story might just be the ticket to rescuing local journalism. Episode 51.3: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, commentary on an article titled: A baseball catcher's youth league story might just be the ticket to rescuing local journalism. sports writer, sports journalism, community sports false full 237 1cbb3701-fbef-44c9-8a44-4fdf2f880c12 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-50-full-show-iv2wMgmZ Episode 50: Full Show Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz 00:36:24 Episode 50: Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz discuss: Are the Detroit Tigers contenders… or still rebuilding?, Who’s your Tiger?, Opening Day Overreaction or Reality?. All this and more. Episode 50: Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz discuss: Are the Detroit Tigers contenders… or still rebuilding?, Who’s your Tiger?, Opening Day Overreaction or Reality?. All this and more. detroit baseball, mlb, opening day, detroit tigers false full 233 04d34b7c-a03a-4155-86f3-ec8b537bef6f Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Alina Levine) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-492-the-weight-of-women-in-sports-journalism-WQRnc6no Episode 49.2: The Weight of Women in Sports Journalism Johnny Kane, Alina Levine 00:10:49 Episode 49.2: Johnny interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan student, on her Michigan Daily article “The weight of being one of the only women in the room”. Highlighting the experiences of women in sports journalism. Episode 49.2: Johnny interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan student, on her Michigan Daily article “The weight of being one of the only women in the room”. Highlighting the experiences of women in sports journalism. university of michigan, the michigan daily, women in sports, women in sports journalism false full 230 036cae67-c6cf-418a-ad5d-a263a4697be2 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, John Mason) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-491-deeeee-troit-baaaasketbaaaaall-Ji0FmyiJ Episode 49.1: Deeeee-troit Baaaasketbaaaaall Johnny Kane, John Mason 00:09:32 Episode 49.1: Host Johnny Kane interviews Detroit legend John Mason, arena announcer for the Detroit Pistons. Episode 49.1: Host Johnny Kane interviews Detroit legend John Mason, arena announcer for the Detroit Pistons. arena announcer, pistons basketball, nba, detroit pistons false full 229 c05a55af-7c89-4801-829d-a4dddd0e9859 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-493-mlb-headed-to-lockout-XW_SzAdp Episode 49.3: MLB Headed to Lockout? Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz 00:08:45 Episode 49.3: Carter Lutz, U of Miami student, shares his perspective on the MLB and the looming lockout for next season. Episode 49.3: Carter Lutz, U of Miami student, shares his perspective on the MLB and the looming lockout for next season. baseball, mlb false full 231 c85aac77-7437-43fd-a5fd-8d1ea02bd561 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-494-the-best-of-the-world-baseball-classic-fCcHULOw Episode 49.4: The Best of the World Baseball Classic Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching 00:09:24 Episode 49.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, recaps the best for the World Baseball Classic. Episode 49.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, recaps the best for the World Baseball Classic. world baseball classic, wbc, mlb false full 232 a83a1bc4-11eb-4734-9391-604775c67e89 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Taryn Fritzsching, Alina Levine) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-49-full-show-7zA0Fh5s Episode 49: Full Show Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Taryn Fritzsching, Alina Levine 00:36:57 Episode 49: Full Show - Host Johnny Kane interviews Detroit ledgend John Mason and shares insite into how the story of Deeeeetroit Basketball started. Then Johnny to interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan, on her article “The Weight of Being One of the Only Women in the Room”. Then Carter Lutz, U of Miami, discusses the possible MLB lockout next season. Finally, Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens High School, highlights the highs and lows of the World Baseball Classic. Episode 49: Full Show - Host Johnny Kane interviews Detroit ledgend John Mason and shares insite into how the story of Deeeeetroit Basketball started. Then Johnny to interviews Alina Levine, University of Michigan, on her article “The Weight of Being One of the Only Women in the Room”. Then Carter Lutz, U of Miami, discusses the possible MLB lockout next season. Finally, Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens High School, highlights the highs and lows of the World Baseball Classic. university of michigan, world baseball classic, sports journalism, mlb lockout, the michigan daily, wbc, mlb, detroit pistons, detroit basketball false full 228 3ba9160f-1aff-40d8-96b6-96bfca722c18 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-483-big-ten-march-madness-preview-zghiY4g7 Episode 48.3: Big Ten March Madness Preview Ethan Pavey 00:07:52 Episode 48.3: Sportscaster Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, previews the Big Ten teams as we head into March Madness. Episode 48.3: Sportscaster Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, previews the Big Ten teams as we head into March Madness. march madness, college basketball, big ten basketball false full 226 84525f01-434a-4b07-92e5-5430ff93f106 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-481-athlete-style-and-voice-part-of-their-brand-BNAWHZnm Episode 48.1: Athlete Style and Voice, Part of Their Brand Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami 00:12:41 Episode 48.1: Johnny Kane and Emily Wisniewski kick off the show and discuss WNBA and how the players are making a name for themselves with fashion. Then Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, comments on an article called “When athletes control the mic, who controls the story”, a look into sports journalism. Episode 48.1: Johnny Kane and Emily Wisniewski kick off the show and discuss WNBA and how the players are making a name for themselves with fashion. Then Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, comments on an article called “When athletes control the mic, who controls the story”, a look into sports journalism. personal brand, wnba, sports journalism, athletes in the news, athlete fashion, athletes on the mic false full 224 1675bcae-8473-4129-9892-b1d2ceb5b629 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Emily Wisniewski, Noah Shemami, Ethan Pavey, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-48-full-show-pTxonNUp Episode 48: Full Show Johnny Kane, Emily Wisniewski, Noah Shemami, Ethan Pavey, Cooper Schoenberg 00:37:08 Episode 48: Johnny Kane and Emily Wisniewski kick off the show and discuss WNBA and how the players are making a name for themselves with fashion. Then Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, comments on an article called “When athletes control the mic, who controls the story”, a look into sports journalism. Noah Shemami, also breaks down the NHL trades that occurred over the weekend. Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, previews the Big Ten in March Madness. Wrapping the show, Cooper Schoenberg, IU, previews the MLB season. Episode 48: Johnny Kane and Emily Wisniewski kick off the show and discuss WNBA and how the players are making a name for themselves with fashion. Then Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, comments on an article called “When athletes control the mic, who controls the story”, a look into sports journalism. Noah Shemami, also breaks down the NHL trades that occurred over the weekend. Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, previews the Big Ten in March Madness. Wrapping the show, Cooper Schoenberg, IU, previews the MLB season. wnba, ncaa, mlb, march madness, athlete fashion, big ten basketball false full 223 dcf78f67-f758-44c1-9550-8b53ab00fae9 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-484-mlb-preview-PVoJKnKA Episode 48.4: MLB Preview Cooper Schoenberg 00:12:29 Episode 48.4: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, previews the MLB season. Who's lookin good during spring training? Who made the most of their trades? Who's going all the way? Episode 48.4: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, previews the MLB season. Who's lookin good during spring training? Who made the most of their trades? Who's going all the way? spring training, baseball, mlb, preseason false full 227 5355805c-c5a3-4e77-92ac-439798f94435 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-482-nhl-trades-whos-going-where-ScF22G8k Episode 48.2: NHL Trades, Who's Going Where Noah Shemami 00:05:17 Episode 48.2: Noah Shemami, breaks down the NHL trades that occurred over the weekend. Who's going where and how will this effect playoffs. Episode 48.2: Noah Shemami, breaks down the NHL trades that occurred over the weekend. Who's going where and how will this effect playoffs. free agents, nhl, hockey, player trades, nhl trade false full 225 64ccef38-7fc9-4fe8-ac0d-c3c77ffcb3d1 Thu, 5 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Andrew Hollinshead) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-473-high-school-baseball-tommy-john-on-the-rise-lGCte_GI Episode 47.3: High School Baseball, Tommy John on the Rise Andrew Hollinshead 00:07:34 Episode 47.3: Andrew Hollinshead, baseball player and sportscaster from Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, explains how Tommy John surgery is becoming part of the norm with HS baseball players. Episode 47.3: Andrew Hollinshead, baseball player and sportscaster from Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, explains how Tommy John surgery is becoming part of the norm with HS baseball players. high school baseball, tommy john, tommy john surgery, high school pitchers, high school baseball players false full 221 ea46605d-f2d0-4c0f-81b8-e0744680be1a Thu, 5 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-471-what-is-sports-journalism-S4lgS_kz Episode 47.1: What is Sports Journalism? Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane 00:13:42 Episode 47.1: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, brings to the front of our minds, "What is sports journalism really?" Episode 47.1: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, brings to the front of our minds, "What is sports journalism really?" sports journalism, sports media, sportscasting false full 219 4b4c19c0-17cf-4c6d-a3c4-358e1d8b3307 Thu, 5 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato, JC Fox, Giovanni Moceri, Andrew Hollinshead) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-47-full-show-u813rVA_ Episode 47: Full Show Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato, JC Fox, Giovanni Moceri, Andrew Hollinshead 00:35:10 Episode 47: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, asks the question, What is sports journalism? and how it has changed over the years. Then Giovanni Moceri, Oakland U grad and host of the Gio Mo Show podcast, shares the four best stories from the Horizon League this basketball season. Next Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discusses the dramatic rise in Tommy John surgery in HS baseball players. Finally, JC Fox, Mississippi College, reviews what the difference in sports journalism today. Is it Media bias or misunderstanding? Episode 47: Brendan Mato, University of Notre Dame, asks the question, What is sports journalism? and how it has changed over the years. Then Giovanni Moceri, Oakland U grad and host of the Gio Mo Show podcast, shares the four best stories from the Horizon League this basketball season. Next Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discusses the dramatic rise in Tommy John surgery in HS baseball players. Finally, JC Fox, Mississippi College, reviews what the difference in sports journalism today. Is it Media bias or misunderstanding? high school baseball, sports journalism, horizon league, media bias, tommy john, sports media, march madness, college basketball, sportscasting false full 218 822efc7a-9719-41ad-ae95-4b906db4f781 Thu, 5 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-474-media-bias-or-misunderstanding-i0EUojqT Episode 47.4: Media Bias or Misunderstanding? JC Fox 00:07:24 Episode 47.4: JC Fox, Mississippi College, discusses the debate in sports journalism right now between media bias and misunderstanding. Episode 47.4: JC Fox, Mississippi College, discusses the debate in sports journalism right now between media bias and misunderstanding. sports journalism, sportscaster, media bias, sports media, sportscasting false full 222 c4daf57b-7289-4679-aa42-2584e3d6c257 Thu, 5 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-472-stories-beyond-the-court-from-the-horizon-league-g0PYQino Episode 47.2: Stories Beyond the Court from the Horizon League Giovanni Moceri 00:07:56 Episode 47.2: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad and host of The Gio Mo Show podcast, shares stories from the Horizon League this basketball season. Highlighting Brody Robinson, Robert Morris, Detroit Mercy, and Wright State. Episode 47.2: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad and host of The Gio Mo Show podcast, shares stories from the Horizon League this basketball season. Highlighting Brody Robinson, Robert Morris, Detroit Mercy, and Wright State. horizon league, ncaa, college basketball false full 220 80f7badd-59ea-4c35-a97e-898a7980e932 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak, Gabe Loper, Brooke Laine, Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-46-full-show-T_lRgrIA Episode 46: Full Show Ayden Novak, Gabe Loper, Brooke Laine, Emil Asaf 00:37:03 Episode 46: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian University, kicks off the show with commentary on Michigan football's new top signee. Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and host Johnny Kane discuss the move of athletes to sportscasters. Emil Asaf and Analytixx Podcast crew highlight the March Madness top picks. Finally, Brooke Laine, a senior at Davison HS, explains the commonality everyone shares with sports. Episode 46: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian University, kicks off the show with commentary on Michigan football's new top signee. Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and host Johnny Kane discuss the move of athletes to sportscasters. Emil Asaf and Analytixx Podcast crew highlight the March Madness top picks. Finally, Brooke Laine, a senior at Davison HS, explains the commonality everyone shares with sports. espn, athletes that are sportscasters, ncaa basketball, go blue, march madness, michigan football false full 213 b19b55d8-2b23-4483-bd8f-c3bb93b28c8d Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brooke Laine) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-464-everyone-loves-sports-bityHsTL Episode 46.4: Everyone Loves Sports Brooke Laine 00:05:53 Episode 46.4: Brooke Laine, a senior at Davison HS, explains the commonality everyone shares with sports. Episode 46.4: Brooke Laine, a senior at Davison HS, explains the commonality everyone shares with sports. everyone loves sports, sports, for the love of the game false full 217 bc8137cc-1797-4a03-b7a9-b527c2720f4d Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-463-march-madness-whos-in-and-whos-out-OWskggBY Episode 46.3: March Madness, Who's In and Who's Out Emil Asaf 00:10:00 Episode 46.3: Emil Asaf and Analytixx Podcast crew highlight the March Madness top picks. Episode 46.3: Emil Asaf and Analytixx Podcast crew highlight the March Madness top picks. ncaa, march madness, college basketball false full 216 7405bdc2-f8a4-446f-a337-3f9cea02a2ef Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-462-athletes-as-sportscasters-yeJ_eFi6 Episode 46.2: Athletes as Sportscasters Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane 00:11:26 Episode 46.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and host Johnny Kane discuss the move of athletes to sportscasters. Episode 46.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and host Johnny Kane discuss the move of athletes to sportscasters. sports broadcasting, athletes as sportscasters, athletes transition to sportscasters, athletes in the press box, press box false full 215 9a817dcb-1226-451b-9927-46dfa7d26575 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-461-michigan-top-football-signee-for-26-27-season-r9WEKVNg Episode 46.1: Michigan Top Football Signee for 26-27 Season Ayden Novak 00:10:23 Episode 46.1: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian University, kicks off the show with commentary on Michigan football's new top signee. Episode 46.1: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian University, kicks off the show with commentary on Michigan football's new top signee. university of michigan football, ncaa, top recruits for michigan, big ten football false full 214 9c3d3ff8-8703-45c6-8f14-c223b943afa4 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emily Wisniewski) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-453-athletes-and-their-fashion-VRpalWE9 Episode 45.3: Athletes and Their Fashion Emily Wisniewski 00:08:55 Episode 45.3: Emily Wisniewski explains the obsession with the 'athlete fit'. Episode 45.3: Emily Wisniewski explains the obsession with the 'athlete fit'. athletic fashion, athlete fashion, sports brands false full 211 a77f8c89-0416-474d-8aa6-f20842472946 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Mayer Malcoun, Andrew Hollinshead) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-452-verlander-is-back-part-2-KpYZxQfu Episode 45.2: Verlander is Back Part 2 Johnny Kane, Mayer Malcoun, Andrew Hollinshead 00:10:19 Episode 45.2: Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, continue the conversation with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. Episode 45.2: Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, continue the conversation with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. justin verlander, baseball pitchers, detroit baseball, mlb, detroit tigers false full 210 234e662e-ea87-481c-aaf9-6255251d503e Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ciara Brooks) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-454-womens-professional-volleyball-is-exploding-NrdCZNo8 Episode 45.4: Women's Professional Volleyball is Exploding Ciara Brooks 00:09:33 Episode 45.4: Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, commentary on the explosion of popularity in Women’s Professional Volleyball. Episode 45.4: Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, commentary on the explosion of popularity in Women’s Professional Volleyball. volleyball, nebraska volleyball, women in volleyball, professional volleyball false full 212 d6aff968-d297-49d5-8bbf-0686e6d4e5c3 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ciara Brooks, Andrew Hollinshead, Emily Wisniewski, Mayer Malcoun) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-45-full-show-pryijpfm-lxA_o5mb Episode 45: Full Show Johnny Kane, Ciara Brooks, Andrew Hollinshead, Emily Wisniewski, Mayer Malcoun 00:35:13 Episode 45: Full Show - Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discuss with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. Emily Wisniewski explains the obsession with the 'athlete fit'. Finally Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, commentary on the explosion of popularity in Women’s Professional Volleyball. Episode 45: Full Show - Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discuss with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. Emily Wisniewski explains the obsession with the 'athlete fit'. Finally Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, commentary on the explosion of popularity in Women’s Professional Volleyball. wnba, athlete fit, women volleyball, tigers baseball, detroit tigers, athlete fashion, professional volleyball false full 208 c0f98453-c90b-408e-bb33-24d2312a7f3b Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Mayer Malcoun, Johnny Kane, Andrew Hollinshead) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-45-verlander-is-back-part-1-kZ2TLwZk Episode 45: Verlander is Back Part 1 Mayer Malcoun, Johnny Kane, Andrew Hollinshead 00:08:08 Episode 45.1: Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discuss with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. Episode 45.1: Mayer Malcoun and Andrew Hollinshead, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, discuss with Johnny Kane how the Tigers chemistry will change with Justin Verlander back. justin verlander, spring training, baseball pitchers, tiger baseball, detroit tigers false full 209 66a42033-0a6f-499d-93a6-2afa1d9fa950 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Brendan Mato, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-44-full-show-g_d97bb5 Episode 44: Full Show Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Brendan Mato, Taryn Fritzsching 00:36:50 Episode 44: Brendan Mato, Detroit Catholic Central alum and University of Notre Dame freshman, commentary on the making of team USA for the 2026 WInter Olympics. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, interviews Anika McEvans, Assistant Director of Athletics Detroit Public Schools, Women in Sports Leadership Award recipient. Episode 44: Brendan Mato, Detroit Catholic Central alum and University of Notre Dame freshman, commentary on the making of team USA for the 2026 WInter Olympics. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, interviews Anika McEvans, Assistant Director of Athletics Detroit Public Schools, Women in Sports Leadership Award recipient. winter olympics, high school sports, michigan olympic athletes, sports journalism, women coaches, detroit public schools, mhsaa, olympics, women in sports, team usa, detroit free press false full 200 c5655f23-0bce-4801-ad35-805074fafca9 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jo-Ann Barnas, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-442-journalist-from-msu-to-the-olympics-rnfpJElH Episode 44.2: Journalist from MSU to the Olympics Jo-Ann Barnas, Lyric Sloan 00:11:27 Episode 44.2: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. PART 1 Episode 44.2: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. PART 1 go green, michigan state university, sports journalsim, olympic athletes, barry sanders, the state news, olympics, detroit lions, kansas city star, detroit free press, women in journalism false full 203 5ea8910c-21c1-4ed4-bbef-ce9ba8686a8d Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Anika McEvans, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-444-honoring-women-in-sports-leadership-wskRn_SN Episode 44.4: Honoring Women in Sports Leadership Anika McEvans, Taryn Fritzsching 00:10:11 Episode 44.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, interviews Anika McEvans, Assistant Director of Athletics Detroit Public Schools, Women in Sports Leadership Award recipient. Episode 44.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS senior, interviews Anika McEvans, Assistant Director of Athletics Detroit Public Schools, Women in Sports Leadership Award recipient. high school sports, detroit public schools, mhsaa, women in sports leadership, women in sports false full 206 6cf64442-e243-458b-881a-db96e90078ce Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-44-the-making-of-team-usa-UVQE43jU Episode 44: The Making of Team USA Brendan Mato 00:06:10 Episode 44.1: Brendan Mato, Detroit Catholic Central alum and University of Notre Dame freshman, commentary on the making of team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Episode 44.1: Brendan Mato, Detroit Catholic Central alum and University of Notre Dame freshman, commentary on the making of team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics. detroit catholic central, winter olympic 2026, michigan olympians, university of notre dame, team usa, athletes in winter olympics false full 201 6420fbb0-067d-410b-bc41-ed36c557ae0d Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Jo-Ann Barnas) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-443-women-in-sports-journalism-_jkgu8a_ Episode 44.3: Women in Sports Journalism Lyric Sloan, Jo-Ann Barnas 00:10:30 Episode 44.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. PART 2 Episode 44.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State U, interviews Jo-Ann Barnas, former sports journalist for the Detroit Free Press, on her decades of Olympics coverage. PART 2 michigan state university, olympic athletes, olympics, detroit free press, women in journalism false full 204 d26d5f82-fc00-46da-935e-bc522e2c861e Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-434-dante-moore-is-staying-hc0thkyR Episode 43.4: Dante Moore is Staying Emil Asaf 00:10:52 Episode 43.4: Emil Asaf breaksdown the complex relationship Dante Moore has with NIL, the transfer portal, the NFL draft, and staying at Oregon. Episode 43.4: Emil Asaf breaksdown the complex relationship Dante Moore has with NIL, the transfer portal, the NFL draft, and staying at Oregon. nfl draft, transfer portal, nil, university of oregon, dante moore false full 199 7a1cff4b-8021-46e3-a4ae-b6a65318bb4a Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, Gabe Loper, Matt O'Brien, Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-43-full-show-HY6luU2R Episode 43: Full Show Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, Gabe Loper, Matt O'Brien, Emil Asaf 00:36:39 Episode 43: Full Show - Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum highlights the NHL Red Wings players representing their country in the Olympics, then Gabe Loper, Wayne State U, discusses the importance of basketball floors play in marketing and branding. Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets shares the stories of NBA players kids, where are they now. Finally, Emil Asaf, explains the postion Dante Moore is taking when it comes to NIL, transfer portals, and the NFL draft. Episode 43: Full Show - Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum highlights the NHL Red Wings players representing their country in the Olympics, then Gabe Loper, Wayne State U, discusses the importance of basketball floors play in marketing and branding. Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets shares the stories of NBA players kids, where are they now. Finally, Emil Asaf, explains the postion Dante Moore is taking when it comes to NIL, transfer portals, and the NFL draft. iconic basketball courts, nfl draft, basketball floors, transfer portal, nil, winter olympics 2026, nba families false full 195 005eb586-954f-42c7-9df5-fd96e0fe9134 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-431-red-wings-at-the-winter-olympics-cF9Jm0uR Episode 43.1: Red Wings at the Winter Olympics Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami 00:10:15 Episode 43.1: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, highlights the NHL players representing their country in the Winter Olympics, focus on the Red Wings. Episode 43.1: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, highlights the NHL players representing their country in the Winter Olympics, focus on the Red Wings. nhl, winter olympics, hockey in the olympics, red wings players, red wings false full 196 3ff8ea52-1853-4710-9368-ac499a1ac2d4 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-43-the-story-behind-iconic-basketball-floors-vyYmlRHR Episode 43.2: The Story Behind Iconic Basketball Floors Gabe Loper 00:10:51 Episode 43.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State U, highlights the iconic basketball floors, what's behind the designs, and the progression of floors throughout the years. Episode 43.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State U, highlights the iconic basketball floors, what's behind the designs, and the progression of floors throughout the years. iconic basketball courts, basketball floors, basketball courts false full 197 4a8f1f05-fd2a-4cce-bbf5-1c31ea0c3bd0 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Matt O'Brien) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-433-children-of-the-nba-adTkA2t_ Episode 43.3: Children of the NBA Matt O'Brien 00:06:14 Episode 43.3: Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets, shares the back stories of kid athletes, specifically children of NBA stars. Episode 43.3: Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets, shares the back stories of kid athletes, specifically children of NBA stars. nba, children of professional athletes, kid athletes false full 198 e38a113f-77ff-43ff-bc93-93aac36e5aea Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brooke Laine, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane, Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-42-full-show-KOIhveud Episode 42: Full Show Brooke Laine, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane, Emil Asaf 00:37:03 Episode 42: Full Show: Johnny Kane sits down with SportsCaster's newest contributor Brooke Laine, Davison HS and talks about the NFL playoffs. Then following the National Championship game Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, Miami, recap being in Hard Rock stadium and in Bloomington. Emil Asaf, Brendan O’Donnell, Ethan Love, and Spencer Grant roundtable the excessive NFL coaching changes. You can find their full podcast Analytixx Sports, on SportsCaster.com . And finally, Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, shares the story of a HS basketball player making history with 100 pts in game. Episode 42: Full Show: Johnny Kane sits down with SportsCaster's newest contributor Brooke Laine, Davison HS and talks about the NFL playoffs. Then following the National Championship game Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, Miami, recap being in Hard Rock stadium and in Bloomington. Emil Asaf, Brendan O’Donnell, Ethan Love, and Spencer Grant roundtable the excessive NFL coaching changes. You can find their full podcast Analytixx Sports, on SportsCaster.com . And finally, Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, shares the story of a HS basketball player making history with 100 pts in game. mendoza, nfl, bloomington in, ncaa, national championship football game, hard rock stadium, indiana university, nfl coaching, high school basketball, university of miami false full 190 544fc5b0-356a-479b-bdf7-34110412512e Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-423-for-hire-nfl-coaches-r9NN1QaL Episode 42.3: For Hire, NFL Coaches Emil Asaf 00:12:15 Episode 42.3: Emil Asaf, Brendan O’Donnell, Ethan Love, and Spencer Grant roundtable on the excessive NFL coaching changes. You can find their full podcast Analytixx Sports, on SportsCaster.com Episode 42.3: Emil Asaf, Brendan O’Donnell, Ethan Love, and Spencer Grant roundtable on the excessive NFL coaching changes. You can find their full podcast Analytixx Sports, on SportsCaster.com nfl, nfl coaches for hire, nfl coaches fired false full 193 29e6e04b-fc26-4145-9084-75d3a33da53b Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brooke Laine, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-421-nfl-playoffs-will-experience-win-CCY3g8y8 Episode 42.1: NFL Playoffs, Will Experience Win? Brooke Laine, Johnny Kane 00:07:40 Episode 42.1: Johnny Kane sits down with SportsCaster's newest contributor, Brooke Laine, Davison HS, and talks about the paths to sportscasting and the NFL playoffs. Episode 42.1: Johnny Kane sits down with SportsCaster's newest contributor, Brooke Laine, Davison HS, and talks about the paths to sportscasting and the NFL playoffs. davison high school, nfl, sportscaster, nfl playoffs, sportscasting false full 191 b13b6da0-43b9-4658-9a27-ba3985e24d98 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-422-DIOCNEne Episode 42.2: Did the Cinderella Story End Well? Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg 00:12:59 Episode 42.2: Following the National Championship game, Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, Miami, recap being in Hard Rock Stadium and in Bloomington. Is their 16-year friendship over? Episode 42.2: Following the National Championship game, Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, Miami, recap being in Hard Rock Stadium and in Bloomington. Is their 16-year friendship over? hurricanes, iu, mendoza, bloomington in, the u, hard rock stadium, indiana university, hoosiers, national championship football, university of miami false full 192 0d11bd75-7c3c-4311-af9a-fe5da82536c8 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-424-hs-baller-makes-100-pts-in-3-quarters-5Tu6cIV_ Episode 42.4: HS Baller Makes 100 pts in 3 Quarters Ethan Pavey 00:05:36 Episode 42.4: Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, shares the story of an HS basketball player making history with 100 pts in a single game. Episode 42.4: Ethan Pavey, Groves HS, shares the story of an HS basketball player making history with 100 pts in a single game. hs baller, high school basketball, highest score, hs basketball false full 194 1be315ed-6f0b-4220-9aaa-20e92630787c Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-part-1-friendship-vs-national-championship-d2_74UPH Episode 41: Part 1 Friendship vs National Championship Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane 00:07:00 Episode 41: Part 1 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. Episode 41: Part 1 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. bloomington in, ncaa, coral gabels fl, indiana university, birmingham groves high school, national championship football, university of miami false full 186 c9dd56d2-166b-43d4-998e-6645a3600a3e Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-part-3-Pp3F8EOF Episode 41: Part 3 Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz 00:10:06 Episode 41: Part 3 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. Episode 41: Part 3 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. ncaa, big ten, ncaa football, indiana university, national championship game, national championship football, sec, university of miami false full 188 97e5ff4f-be0b-4cff-b185-4e5afc0e52c1 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-full-show-j_XTQD8Y Episode 41: Full Show Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Gabe Loper 00:36:49 Episode 41: Two Best Friends on Opposite Sides of the National Championship. As the National Championship approaches, a compelling behind-the-scenes storyline is emerging—one that connects the University of Miami and Indiana University through friendship, broadcasting, and years of shared ambition born in Detroit, MI. Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, U of Miami, go head to head as the National Championship, and their friendship is on the line. Wrapping up the show Gabe Loper, WSU, analyses the NFL playoffs and what to look for in the coming week. Episode 41: Two Best Friends on Opposite Sides of the National Championship. As the National Championship approaches, a compelling behind-the-scenes storyline is emerging—one that connects the University of Miami and Indiana University through friendship, broadcasting, and years of shared ambition born in Detroit, MI. Cooper Schoenberg, IU, and Carter Lutz, U of Miami, go head to head as the National Championship, and their friendship is on the line. Wrapping up the show Gabe Loper, WSU, analyses the NFL playoffs and what to look for in the coming week. curt cignetti, fernando mendoza, nfl, ncaa, indiana university football, college national championship, hard rock stadium, university of miami football, san francisco, chicago bears, nfl playoffs false full 185 7bb8927b-6a10-428d-ba6d-b82a8fb29aa9 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-part-2-tmEe0ls6 Episode 41: Part 2 Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:09:54 Episode 41: Part 2 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. Episode 41: Part 2 Cooper Schoenberg, a broadcast journalist at Indiana University, and Carter Lutz, a broadcast journalist at the University of Miami, are lifelong best friends who grew up together in Birmingham, Michigan. From an early age, sports played a central role in their lives, but it was their passion for storytelling that ultimately shaped their paths. Now, their journeys intersect on the sport’s biggest stage. Miami vs. Indiana. National Championship. national campionship football, ncaa, indiana university football, university of miami football false full 187 464150c2-5ae5-4400-9e94-7501419e367e Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-nfl-playoffs-rewind-and-preview-bj0z_lWg Episode 41: NFL Playoffs Rewind and Preview Gabe Loper 00:11:17 Episode 41: The NFL playoffs are upon us. How are the teams faring? Gabe Loper, WSU, breaks down the teams with who and what to look for. Episode 41: The NFL playoffs are upon us. How are the teams faring? Gabe Loper, WSU, breaks down the teams with who and what to look for. nfl, chargers, san francisco, chicago bears, seahawks, nfl playoffs, texans false full 189 6826d3f3-7858-48e4-8094-bb0f4b0d7256 Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-404-mhsaa-recognizes-new-sport-for-hs-boys-jMTlw8Gs Episode 40.4: MHSAA Recognizes New Sport for HS Boys Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane 00:09:37 Episode 40.4: Newest sportscast contributor, Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS, explains how boys volleyball became the newest sport to be recognized by the MHSAA. Episode 40.4: Newest sportscast contributor, Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS, explains how boys volleyball became the newest sport to be recognized by the MHSAA. high school sports, mhsaa, high school volleyball, boys volleyball false full 180 c2154a6d-c6fb-4b70-abe7-8f7e4a3148cb Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (MaryClaire Zacharias) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-401-become-an-athlete-before-you-become-a-specialist-ndDUp29q Episode 40.1: Become an Athlete Before You Become a Specialist MaryClaire Zacharias 00:07:54 Episode 40.1: MaryClaire Zacharias, sportscaster from St. James Academy, explains how and why athletes use other sports in their training. For example, football players taking ballet lessons or hockey players playing soccer. Episode 40.1: MaryClaire Zacharias, sportscaster from St. James Academy, explains how and why athletes use other sports in their training. For example, football players taking ballet lessons or hockey players playing soccer. athlete training false full 183 1f00d55b-72c7-4a71-a9b5-5e915a4b089d Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-402-passion-perseverance-and-the-love-of-numbers-l27iIgf_ Episode 40.2: Passion, Perseverance, and the Love of Numbers Johnny Kane 00:08:34 Episode 40.2: Host Johnny Kane interviews FanDuel analyst Donald Schasser on how autism paired with his love of sports got him his job working for FanDuel as an analyst for the Detroit Tigers and Pistons. Episode 40.2: Host Johnny Kane interviews FanDuel analyst Donald Schasser on how autism paired with his love of sports got him his job working for FanDuel as an analyst for the Detroit Tigers and Pistons. detroit pistons, fanduel, detroit tigers, autism false full 182 e826c6d5-b045-43e4-8d63-255147e77e5b Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (MaryClaire Zacharias, Johnny Kane, Raleigh Leppek, JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-40-full-show-pyCH5mlL Episode 40: Full Show MaryClaire Zacharias, Johnny Kane, Raleigh Leppek, JC Fox 00:35:30 Episode 40: Happy New Year! Host Johnny Kane welcomes new sportscasters to the show and talks about why pro athletes use other sports to train, previews the Winter Olympics, discusses how the MHSAA is adding a new sport for boys this year, and interview’s Donald Schasser, production assistant and analyst at FanDuel. Episode 40: Happy New Year! Host Johnny Kane welcomes new sportscasters to the show and talks about why pro athletes use other sports to train, previews the Winter Olympics, discusses how the MHSAA is adding a new sport for boys this year, and interview’s Donald Schasser, production assistant and analyst at FanDuel. winter olympics, athlete training, mhsaa, high school volleyball, sports training, fanduel false full 184 e9a3ad0e-011f-4577-85a0-9c483aa97f69 Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-403-2026-winter-olympics-preview-p0zwQr2V Episode 40.3: 2026 Winter Olympics Preview Cumulus Media 00:11:08 Episode 40.3: JC Fox, Mississippi College, previews the Winter Olympics. Team USA highlights of who to watch. Episode 40.3: JC Fox, Mississippi College, previews the Winter Olympics. Team USA highlights of who to watch. team usa hockey, team usa, 2026 winter olympics false full 181 6ccc9f55-4583-4c70-affa-83d6d2771940 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-393-from-make-a-wish-kid-to-nba-employee-SBjO7eEh Episode 39.3: From Make a Wish Kid to NBA Employee Johnny Kane 00:12:24 Episode 39.3: Johnny Kane talks with Glenn Ratledge and his journey from life-threatening condition to Make a Wish kid to employee for the Detroit Pistons shooting 300 three-pointers a week. Episode 39.3: Johnny Kane talks with Glenn Ratledge and his journey from life-threatening condition to Make a Wish kid to employee for the Detroit Pistons shooting 300 three-pointers a week. nba, detroit pistons, make a wish foundation false full 178 86c2d553-f291-4330-b582-5208cf53b748 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ciara Brooks, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-39-full-show-FSOETEB2 Episode 39: Full Show Ciara Brooks, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz 00:36:38 Episode 39: FULL SHOW - Host, Johnny Kane, interviews aspiring sportscaster, Robert Hindeland, on his goals to make it as a sportscaster. Then Taryn Frtizsching, Troy Athens, gives us the list of the fastest growing sports. Some you will guess and others are a shock. Next, Carter Lutz, Miami University, interviews Reggie the Beer guy and his journey to work at all 30 MLB ballparks and 30 NFL stadiums. Johnny Kane Interview's Glenn Ratledge heart warming story for Make A Wish kid to being employed by the Pistons. Finally, Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, breaks down on how AI is used in coaching. Episode 39: FULL SHOW - Host, Johnny Kane, interviews aspiring sportscaster, Robert Hindeland, on his goals to make it as a sportscaster. Then Taryn Frtizsching, Troy Athens, gives us the list of the fastest growing sports. Some you will guess and others are a shock. Next, Carter Lutz, Miami University, interviews Reggie the Beer guy and his journey to work at all 30 MLB ballparks and 30 NFL stadiums. Johnny Kane Interview's Glenn Ratledge heart warming story for Make A Wish kid to being employed by the Pistons. Finally, Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, breaks down on how AI is used in coaching. sports broadcasting, reggie the beer guy, ai in sports, nba, mhsaa, fastest growing sports, pistons, make a wish foundation, sportscasting false full 175 0eff34aa-c556-40d4-ae5b-194f2ab75a3a Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching, Robert Hindelang) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-391-fastest-growing-sports-some-headed-to-hs-K_GKc3cM Episode 39.1: Fastest Growing Sports. Some Headed to HS! Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching, Robert Hindelang 00:09:14 Episode 39.1: Johnny Kane talks with aspiring sportscaster Robert Hindeland from Grosse Point South HS about sportscasting opportunities for students. Then Taryn Frtizsching, Troy Athens HS, reviews the fastest growing sports and which ones might be coming to high schools. Episode 39.1: Johnny Kane talks with aspiring sportscaster Robert Hindeland from Grosse Point South HS about sportscasting opportunities for students. Then Taryn Frtizsching, Troy Athens HS, reviews the fastest growing sports and which ones might be coming to high schools. sports broadcasting, pickleball, high school sports, mhsaa, fastest growing sports, sportscasting false full 176 4dd6a8dc-0fe3-4370-a066-c3caa5a89dac Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ciara Brooks) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-394-the-power-of-ai-in-coaching-7vreedHC Episode 39.4: The Power of AI in Coaching Ciara Brooks 00:06:28 Episode 39.4: Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, reviews all the ways god and bad that AI is being used in sports coaching. Episode 39.4: Ciara Brooks, Ferris State University, reviews all the ways god and bad that AI is being used in sports coaching. ai in coaching, ai, ai in sports, ai tools for athletes false full 179 81161520-f21e-4a5e-b38d-295bea6a8a64 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-392-reggie-the-beer-guy-bNanWYj8 Episode 39.2: Reggie the Beer Guy Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz 00:10:18 Episode 39.2: Carter Lutz, University of Miami, interviews Reggie the Beer Guy and his quest to work at all 30 MLB ballparks and all 30 NFL stadiums. Episode 39.2: Carter Lutz, University of Miami, interviews Reggie the Beer Guy and his quest to work at all 30 MLB ballparks and all 30 NFL stadiums. vendors, nfl, stadiums, mlb, ballparks false full 177 9593ed0b-06d9-440c-b46c-a5df7e86fbd0 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Shemami, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-38-spartan-pay-day-D2EC_Hck Episode 38: Spartan Pay Day Noah Shemami, Johnny Kane 00:07:14 Episode 38.1: Noah Shemami, a Full Sail University alum, breaksdown MSU's biggest donor and the Spartan Ventures project. Episode 38.1: Noah Shemami, a Full Sail University alum, breaksdown MSU's biggest donor and the Spartan Ventures project. michigan state university, spartan ventures, michigan state athletics, msu false full 171 87c149ec-331e-4160-b3e9-6e99ace8f7d4 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (JC Fox, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-382-college-football-coaches-beware-ppSctjdF Episode 38.2: College Football Coaches Beware JC Fox, Johnny Kane 00:10:19 Episode 38.2: JC Fox, Mississippi College, comments on the massive college football coach firings this season. Who's next? Episode 38.2: JC Fox, Mississippi College, comments on the massive college football coach firings this season. Who's next? ncaa, college football coaches, football coaches fired false full 172 1419a3a7-98c9-4dd4-a7f6-893f593c2fdd Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Emil Asaf) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-384-college-football-playoff-madness-part-2-u6R64azc Episode 38.4: College Football Playoff Madness Part 2 Johnny Kane, Emil Asaf 00:11:16 Episode 38.4: Emil Asaf, TCU alum, comments on the college football playoffs. Who's in and who's out and the madness behind the 12. Part 2 Episode 38.4: Emil Asaf, TCU alum, comments on the college football playoffs. Who's in and who's out and the madness behind the 12. Part 2 college bowl games, college football playoffs false full 174 b45eb063-0f62-473a-825d-648af0fcf31c Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-383-college-football-playoffs-madness-part-1-XSkJ2VSS Episode 38.3: College Football Playoffs Madness Part 1 Emil Asaf, Johnny Kane 00:09:32 Episode 38.3: Emil Asaf, TCU alum, comments on the college football playoffs. Who's in and who's out and the madness behind the 12. Episode 38.3: Emil Asaf, TCU alum, comments on the college football playoffs. Who's in and who's out and the madness behind the 12. osu, espn, byu, notre dame, college bowl games, big ten, college football playoffs, sec, acc false full 173 72294029-1e89-4c84-9c43-f0421bce5122 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emil Asaf, Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-38-full-show-REs9fZ26 Episode 38: Full Show Emil Asaf, Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami, JC Fox 00:36:09 Episode 38: FULL SHOW College Football is off the rails. Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, commentary on MSU's biggest donor and Spartan Ventures. JC Fox, Mississippi College, commentary on the massive college football coach firings this season. Emil Asaf, TCU alum, commentary on college football playoffs. Episode 38: FULL SHOW College Football is off the rails. Noah Shemami, Full Sail University alum, commentary on MSU's biggest donor and Spartan Ventures. JC Fox, Mississippi College, commentary on the massive college football coach firings this season. Emil Asaf, TCU alum, commentary on college football playoffs. michigan state university, notre dame, spartan ventures, ncaa, big ten, cfp, college football firings, college football playoffs, sec, acc false full 170 be142fb7-661f-4b86-8d98-9b4cfe454821 Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-374-mhsaa-adds-boys-volleyball-to-the-roster-_vGcx37b Episode 37.4: MHSAA Adds Boys Volleyball to the Roster Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane 00:04:59 Episode 37.4: New contributor to the show Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS, highlights boys’ HS volleyball officially being recognized as an MHSAA sport and what that means to the state. Episode 37.4: New contributor to the show Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS, highlights boys’ HS volleyball officially being recognized as an MHSAA sport and what that means to the state. mhsaa, high school volleyball, boys volleyball false full 168 e9c01dc0-6667-4958-b938-7bb4242ae356 Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Glenn Ratledge, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-373-make-a-wish-to-nba-hire-BhunsFRn Episode 37.3: Make a Wish to NBA Hire Glenn Ratledge, Johnny Kane 00:12:46 Episode 37.3: Host, Johnny Kane, shares the heartwarming story of the Make a Wish recipiant that spent the day with the Pistons as a very young child to now working for the Pistons. Listen to his interview with Glenn Ratledge, Pistons Locker room/court assistant. Episode 37.3: Host, Johnny Kane, shares the heartwarming story of the Make a Wish recipiant that spent the day with the Pistons as a very young child to now working for the Pistons. Listen to his interview with Glenn Ratledge, Pistons Locker room/court assistant. nba, detroit pistons, make a wish foundation false full 167 fd2afb91-18b1-4e2c-a42d-426dec01e207 Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (JC Fox, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-372-coaches-are-dropping-everywhere-fczSRZ8Z Episode 37.2: Coaches are Dropping Everywhere JC Fox, Johnny Kane 00:10:30 Episode 37.2: Newest contributor, J.C. Fox, Mississippi College, explains the massive college football coach firings this season and how NIL might be affecting that. Episode 37.2: Newest contributor, J.C. Fox, Mississippi College, explains the massive college football coach firings this season and how NIL might be affecting that. michigan state university, ncaa, college football, big ten, sec, acc false full 166 b84c62df-f539-48d8-8893-777b85cabbbb Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Robert Hindelang, Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-371-fastest-growing-sports-in-america-kkvF_5ic Episode 37.1: Fastest Growing Sports in America Robert Hindelang, Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching 00:09:13 Episode 37.1: Host, Johnny Kane, interviews student sportscaster Robert Hindelang, Grosse Point South HS and Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS breaks down the fastest growing sports in America and if they will make there way as a HS sport. Episode 37.1: Host, Johnny Kane, interviews student sportscaster Robert Hindelang, Grosse Point South HS and Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS breaks down the fastest growing sports in America and if they will make there way as a HS sport. pickleball, high school sports, mma, paddle, fastest growing sports false full 165 303502aa-5a24-4a94-84d3-386485800852 Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Taryn Fritzsching, Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane, JC Fox) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-37-full-show-7_uDRI2S Episode 37: Full Show Taryn Fritzsching, Raleigh Leppek, Johnny Kane, JC Fox 00:35:41 Episode 37: Show features Robert Hindelang, Grosse Point South HS, Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, and J.C. Fox, Mississippi College, and Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS covering the fastest growing sports in America, the wave of college football coach firings, and the introduction of boys volleyball to the MHSAA. Host, Johnny Kane, interviews Glenn Ratledge, Pistons Locker room/court assistant, on his incredible story of Make a Wish kid to being hired by the Pistons. Episode 37: Show features Robert Hindelang, Grosse Point South HS, Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, and J.C. Fox, Mississippi College, and Raleigh Leppek, Howell HS covering the fastest growing sports in America, the wave of college football coach firings, and the introduction of boys volleyball to the MHSAA. Host, Johnny Kane, interviews Glenn Ratledge, Pistons Locker room/court assistant, on his incredible story of Make a Wish kid to being hired by the Pistons. high school sports, ncaa, college football, college coaches, nba, mhsaa, big ten, detroit pistons, fastest growing sports, make a wish foundation, sec, boys volleyball, acc false full 169 7252680e-43f2-4b83-b694-37e72e60cbe7 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Ayden Novak, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-36-full-show-0flLc1x7 Episode 36: Full Show Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Ayden Novak, Cooper Schoenberg 00:36:27 Episode 36: Four days of football. Kicking off the show with Dan Miller, sportscaster for the Detroit Lions and Gabe Loper, WSU, commenting on the history of Lions game being played on Thanksgiving. Then Cooper Schoenberg, IU and Carter Lutz, U Miami, discuss all the Thanksgiving day football matchups including the Lions game vs Green Bay Packers. Then Ayden Novak, a Graduate from Lake Orion HS and now attending Rochester Christian College, comments on “the rivalry” Michigan vs Ohio State University match-up. Wrapping up the show Taryn Fritzsching, Senior at Troy Athens HS, comments on the MHSAA football championship matchups and who to look for. Episode 36: Four days of football. Kicking off the show with Dan Miller, sportscaster for the Detroit Lions and Gabe Loper, WSU, commenting on the history of Lions game being played on Thanksgiving. Then Cooper Schoenberg, IU and Carter Lutz, U Miami, discuss all the Thanksgiving day football matchups including the Lions game vs Green Bay Packers. Then Ayden Novak, a Graduate from Lake Orion HS and now attending Rochester Christian College, comments on “the rivalry” Michigan vs Ohio State University match-up. Wrapping up the show Taryn Fritzsching, Senior at Troy Athens HS, comments on the MHSAA football championship matchups and who to look for. university of michigan, the game, ncaa, college football, mhsaa, ohio state, detroit lions, go blue, high school football championship, high school football false full 160 d97b8d76-83ce-4445-88b3-0d08012543a0 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-361-the-lions-thanksgiving-tradition-mzzrJylJ Episode 36.1: The Lions Thanksgiving Tradition Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane 00:08:38 Episode 36.1: Gabe Loper, WSU, shares the history behind the Lions playing on Thanksgiving Day. Episode 36.1: Gabe Loper, WSU, shares the history behind the Lions playing on Thanksgiving Day. thanksgiving day football, nfl, lions football, detroit lions false full 161 39622ca6-c69d-4410-ab9f-af5ecf726609 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-364-mhsaa-hs-football-championship-DLVvO7N4 Episode 36.4: MHSAA HS Football Championship Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane 00:10:18 Episode 36.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, has reported the entire season on Michigan HS teams. She highlights the best athletes and what to look for as these teams put it all on the line to win. Episode 36.4: Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens HS, has reported the entire season on Michigan HS teams. She highlights the best athletes and what to look for as these teams put it all on the line to win. championship weekend, hs football, mhsaa, michigan high school football, ford field, high school football false full 164 e8a730f0-295f-4753-8f98-ec4333d40a32 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-362-thanksgiving-football-breakdown-xuUCc0tS Episode 36.2: Thanksgiving Football Breakdown Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane 00:10:07 Episode 36.2: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz breakdown the Thanksgiving day football matchups and as well as weekend college matchups. Episode 36.2: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz breakdown the Thanksgiving day football matchups and as well as weekend college matchups. thanksgiving day football, nfl, ncaa, college football false full 162 b189f4ef-8b3c-4117-bbae-38c4b67d9f73 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-363-the-game-biggest-rivalry-in-the-big-ten-YnkIQQlo Episode 36.3: "The Game" Biggest Rivalry in the Big Ten Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak 00:08:44 Episode 36.3: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, breaks down "The Game" who and what to look for during the Michigan v Ohio State game. Episode 36.3: Ayden Novak, Rochester Christian College, breaks down "The Game" who and what to look for during the Michigan v Ohio State game. university of michigan, osu, the game, ncaa, college football, nil, ohio state, big ten football, michigan football, ohio state football false full 163 2b66ba99-6db1-4688-906f-763f689802a3 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-35-full-show-H6v0CA0e Episode 35: Full Show Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz 00:36:03 Episode 35: Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, and Cooper Schoenberg discuss sports broadcasting and how it traditionally aims for objectivity, but fans increasingly expect energy and personality. Analyzing examples from sports broadcasters like Gus Johnson, Jim Bradstatter, Dan Miller, and Bob Ufer. Episode 35: Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, and Cooper Schoenberg discuss sports broadcasting and how it traditionally aims for objectivity, but fans increasingly expect energy and personality. Analyzing examples from sports broadcasters like Gus Johnson, Jim Bradstatter, Dan Miller, and Bob Ufer. sports broadcasting, university of michigan football, bob ufer, indiana university, jim bradstatter, detroit lions, hoosiers, dan miller, gus johnson, sports broadcasters, sportscasting false full 159 ed2dd1fb-d66e-4d81-b478-34a4cdf35535 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Shemami, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-34-full-show-RAaYD_SD Episode 34: Full Show Noah Shemami, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:35:43 Episode 34: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane kick off the show, discussing the Indiana University broadcast call from last week’s football game that is blowing up our social media. Then they continue the conversation around Indiana University's 138-year existence, football team that has excelled at being awful and how Curt Cignetti taking over as coach, to turn the sport into the most unlikely rising power. Later, Noah Shemami, Full Sail University grad, highlights the Red Wings Rookie, Emmitt Finnie. Finally, Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, comments on MHSAA football playoff game between Romeo HS and Macomb Dakota HS twist of fate. Episode 34: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane kick off the show, discussing the Indiana University broadcast call from last week’s football game that is blowing up our social media. Then they continue the conversation around Indiana University's 138-year existence, football team that has excelled at being awful and how Curt Cignetti taking over as coach, to turn the sport into the most unlikely rising power. Later, Noah Shemami, Full Sail University grad, highlights the Red Wings Rookie, Emmitt Finnie. Finally, Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, comments on MHSAA football playoff game between Romeo HS and Macomb Dakota HS twist of fate. nhl, detroit red wings, mhsaa, friday night lights, indiana university, hoosier football, high school football false full 154 052a96d4-77a9-4fa7-8b8f-d007f090cb57 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-344-hs-football-playoff-twist-Wr4vqT8E Episode 34.4: HS Football Playoff Twist Giovanni Moceri 00:11:07 Episode 34.4: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, comments on the MHSAA football playoff game twist between Romeo HS and Macomb Dakota HS. Episode 34.4: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, comments on the MHSAA football playoff game twist between Romeo HS and Macomb Dakota HS. mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football false full 158 9f3f62a9-a492-4c9e-b23f-6ec60640bd8b Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-342-crimson-rising-the-hoosier-football-turnaround-hP05jhqq Episode 34.2: Crimson Rising, The Hoosier Football Turnaround Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:11:52 Episode 34.2: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane continue the conversation around Indiana University's 138-year existence, the football team that has excelled at being awful, and how Curt Cignetti's taking over as coach, to turn the sport into the most unlikely rising power. Episode 34.2: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane continue the conversation around Indiana University's 138-year existence, the football team that has excelled at being awful, and how Curt Cignetti's taking over as coach, to turn the sport into the most unlikely rising power. ncaa, college football, indiana university, hoosier football false full 156 8dea347a-38c1-4230-be20-14c7b7de201d Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-341-hoosier-football-is-electric-iRIPA6Qe Episode 34.1: Hoosier Football is Electric Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:06:41 Episode 34.1: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane kick off the show, discussing the Indiana University broadcast call from Gus Johnson that is blowing up our social media. Episode 34.1: Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, and Johnny Kane kick off the show, discussing the Indiana University broadcast call from Gus Johnson that is blowing up our social media. ncaa, college football, indiana university, bloomington, hoosier football, gus johnson false full 155 f8c660f1-e576-46c2-be0b-d06f5895d670 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-343-detroit-red-wings-rookie-7hR_DsrW Episode 34.3: Detroit Red Wings Rookie Johnny Kane, Noah Shemami 00:08:05 Episode 34.3: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University grad, highlights the Detroit Red Wings rookie, Emmitt Finnie. Episode 34.3: Noah Shemami, Full Sail University grad, highlights the Detroit Red Wings rookie, Emmitt Finnie. detroit hockey, nhl, detroit red wings false full 157 fd805b68-fe77-4424-8afa-f693782b66ee Thu, 6 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Mayer Malcoun) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-331-mhsaa-takes-on-field-hockey-TSOvhMZG Episode 33.1: MHSAA Takes on Field Hockey Johnny Kane, Mayer Malcoun 00:08:13 Episode 33.1: Johnny Kane kicks off the show with a new contributor, Mayer Malcoun, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, with commentary about the MHSAA recognizing girls Field Hockey as a sport in Michigan as well as what it means to the Pioneer HS field hockey teams state win. Episode 33.1: Johnny Kane kicks off the show with a new contributor, Mayer Malcoun, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, with commentary about the MHSAA recognizing girls Field Hockey as a sport in Michigan as well as what it means to the Pioneer HS field hockey teams state win. ann arbor pioneer high school, girls field hockey, michigan high school sports, pioneer field hockey, mhsaa false full 151 84a0f2d7-7664-46b5-9ad7-50d491c2b2ec Thu, 6 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-333-what-the-tarik-skubal-contract-means-nNkAM8l2 Episode 33.3: What the Tarik Skubal Contract Means Cumulus Media 00:12:31 Episode 33.3: Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. Finally, Gavin Velicevic, De LaSalle Collegiate, interviews Chad Anderson, Rochester HS on his state championship win. PART 2 Episode 33.3: Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. Finally, Gavin Velicevic, De LaSalle Collegiate, interviews Chad Anderson, Rochester HS on his state championship win. PART 2 baseball contracts, mlb false full 153 0ebb7868-d34e-4c64-9909-d406e056d419 Thu, 6 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cam Ryan, Mayer Malcoun, Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-33-full-show-tVE_oOwf Episode 33: Full Show Cam Ryan, Mayer Malcoun, Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane 00:36:08 Episode 33: Johnny Kane kicks off the show with a new contributor, Mayer Malcoun, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, with commentary about the MHSAA recognizing girls Field Hockey as a sport in Michigan as well as what it means to the Pioneer HS field hockey teams state win. Next new comer, Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. Finally, Gavin Velicevic, De LaSalle Collegiate, interviews Chad Anderson, Rochester HS on his state championship win. Episode 33: Johnny Kane kicks off the show with a new contributor, Mayer Malcoun, Ann Arbor Pioneer HS, with commentary about the MHSAA recognizing girls Field Hockey as a sport in Michigan as well as what it means to the Pioneer HS field hockey teams state win. Next new comer, Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. Finally, Gavin Velicevic, De LaSalle Collegiate, interviews Chad Anderson, Rochester HS on his state championship win. high school field hockey, girls field hockey, tarik skubel, high school tennis, mlb, mhsaa, detroit tigers false full 150 63fcc32a-3f0d-4178-a577-f60833b4fef7 Thu, 6 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cam Ryan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-332-tarik-skubal-letter-to-the-fans-of-detroit-_QARYYWI Episode 33.2: Tarik Skubal Letter to the Fans of Detroit Cam Ryan, Johnny Kane 00:10:05 Episode 33.2: Newcomer, Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. PART 1 Episode 33.2: Newcomer, Cam Ryan, Detroit Catholic Central, talks with Johnny on the Detroit Tiger, Tarik Skubel, contract and what it means to the fans. PART 1 detroit fans, tarik skubal, baseball, mlb, mlb draft, detroit tigers, mlb contracts false full 152 56b59fd2-705f-43a3-8aa9-0fd986733e4c Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-323-is-the-nfl-safer-than-hs-football-LoY3Nm1C Episode 32.3: Is the NFL Safer Than HS Football? Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:10:21 Episode 32.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz commentary on the safety of whether the NFL is safer than HS football. Episode 32.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz commentary on the safety of whether the NFL is safer than HS football. nfl, safety in football, football injuries, football helmets, concussions, high school football false full 148 75eaa3dc-e0db-40e4-8689-ee5470254f97 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ryan Murray, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-322-inside-notre-dame-football-mNgtpAxv Episode 32.2: Inside Notre Dame Football Ryan Murray, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane 00:11:23 Episode 32.2: Brendan Mato interviews Notre Dame football manager, student Ryan Murray, discussing how Notre Dame plans to navigate the changing landscape of college football. Episode 32.2: Brendan Mato interviews Notre Dame football manager, student Ryan Murray, discussing how Notre Dame plans to navigate the changing landscape of college football. notre dame, ncaa, college football, transfer portal, nil, fighting irish false full 147 914b7b4e-754f-4b5b-b4f8-319326b1ab70 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri, Brendan Mato, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-32-full-show-OWwJf6zk Episode 32: Full Show Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri, Brendan Mato, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg 00:35:26 Episode 32: Brendan Mato interviews Notre Dame football manager, student Ryan Murray, discussing how Notre Dame plans to navigate the changing college football landscape. Then, Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz detail the safety of NFL and HS football players and the vast differences. Finally, Giovanni Moceri highlights the postseason HS football lineups. Episode 32: Brendan Mato interviews Notre Dame football manager, student Ryan Murray, discussing how Notre Dame plans to navigate the changing college football landscape. Then, Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz detail the safety of NFL and HS football players and the vast differences. Finally, Giovanni Moceri highlights the postseason HS football lineups. post season play, notre dame, nfl, transfer portal, mhsaa, friday night lights, nil, fighting irish, high school football false full 146 d7eaa349-4b1d-4140-b5e7-337968c7bd09 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-324-michigan-hs-playoff-predictions-zM6eSOA8 Episode 32.4: Michigan HS Playoff Predictions Giovanni Moceri 00:10:11 Episode 32.4: Giovanni Moceri highlights the postseason playoff lineups in Michigan HS football. Episode 32.4: Giovanni Moceri highlights the postseason playoff lineups in Michigan HS football. mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football false full 149 3836ce33-f480-4a6d-b077-47b4266e47fa Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-311-swimming-to-the-state-championship-T7My_o_1 Episode 31.1: Swimming to the State Championship Lyric Sloan 00:10:16 Episode 31.1: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interview with West Bloomfield HS swimmer Elizabeth Eichbrecht, early commit to IU and her push to defend her title at the state. Episode 31.1: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interview with West Bloomfield HS swimmer Elizabeth Eichbrecht, early commit to IU and her push to defend her title at the state. high school swim team, mhsaa, high school swim, west bloomfield high school, swim team false full 142 4ec3b8d8-db74-4073-b508-e50d664f1b29 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-314-week-9-hs-football-MHF_DgJ9 Episode 31.4: Week 9 HS Football Giovanni Moceri 00:11:02 Episode 31.4: Giovanni Moceri, host of Drive to the Game, previews Week 9 of HS football, Pinckney vs Ann Arbor Pioneer. Episode 31.4: Giovanni Moceri, host of Drive to the Game, previews Week 9 of HS football, Pinckney vs Ann Arbor Pioneer. mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football false full 145 e94308ac-6d7d-4bde-98ac-60d4657816eb Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, George Blaha) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-313-broadcasting-great-george-blaha-VCToA0lz Episode 31.3: Broadcasting Great, George Blaha Johnny Kane, George Blaha 00:08:48 Episode 31.3: Johnny Kane catches up with George Blaha, voice of the Michigan State Spartans, about the big game against Michigan and what it means to play call a rivarly game. Episode 31.3: Johnny Kane catches up with George Blaha, voice of the Michigan State Spartans, about the big game against Michigan and what it means to play call a rivarly game. sports broadcasting, michigan state university, voice of the spartans, spartan football, pistons, broadcasting false full 144 e6608eae-8f06-4c3c-bea6-be6e4b16b835 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-312-green-and-white-maize-and-blue-which-are-you-N4_gqyMj Episode 31.2: Green and White? Maize and Blue? Which are you? Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:08:34 Episode 31.2: Lyric Sloan and Johnny Kane discuss the tradition of the rivalry between Michigan State and Michigan. Episode 31.2: Lyric Sloan and Johnny Kane discuss the tradition of the rivalry between Michigan State and Michigan. go green, ncaa, college football, michigan state spartans, go blue, michigan vs michigan state, wolverines false full 143 38bb8500-b7ed-4b4a-829c-c7c938b4b93a Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (George Blaha, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-31-full-show-1vIamagW Episode 31: Full Show George Blaha, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:36:44 Episode 31: Full Show: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interview with West Bloomfield HS swimmer Elizabeth Eichbrecht, early commit to IU, and her push to defend her title at the state. Then Lyric Sloan and Johnny Kane discuss the rivalry between Michigan State and Michigan. Johnny Kane catches up with George Blaha, voice of the Michigan State Spartans, about the big game against Michigan and what it means to call a rivalry game. Wrapping up the show with Giovanni Moceri, previewing the Week 9 HS game, Pinckney vs Ann Arbor Pioneer. Episode 31: Full Show: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interview with West Bloomfield HS swimmer Elizabeth Eichbrecht, early commit to IU, and her push to defend her title at the state. Then Lyric Sloan and Johnny Kane discuss the rivalry between Michigan State and Michigan. Johnny Kane catches up with George Blaha, voice of the Michigan State Spartans, about the big game against Michigan and what it means to call a rivalry game. Wrapping up the show with Giovanni Moceri, previewing the Week 9 HS game, Pinckney vs Ann Arbor Pioneer. university of michigan, michigan state university, west bloomfield hs, high school swimming, hs football, nba, mhsaa, friday night lights, spartans, detroit pistons, wolverines false full 141 3f02506d-1aec-4310-8846-d35171ea84f6 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-301-the-life-of-a-backup-quarterback-TvrY1TgA Episode 30.1: The Life of a Backup Quarterback Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper 00:15:53 Episode 30.1: Johnny Kane and Gabe Loper discuss the pros and cons of the backup quarterback and the intense pressure they have when called in. Episode 30.1: Johnny Kane and Gabe Loper discuss the pros and cons of the backup quarterback and the intense pressure they have when called in. nfl, football quarterback, ncaa, college football, quarterback, high school quarterback false full 139 305b3f0a-277d-41ed-9610-5407752982b3 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-30-full-show-E2bIrdSa Episode 30: Full Show Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey, Giovanni Moceri 00:35:15 Episode 30: Full Show: Host, Johnny Kane and sportscaster Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the life of a backup quarterback. Ethan Pavey, sportscaster from Groves HS, interviews Loren Joostberns, Hamilton HS, 50+ years as a supporter of the Haweyes. Finally, Giovanni Moceri previews Week 8 of high school football matchup, Howell v Brighton. Episode 30: Full Show: Host, Johnny Kane and sportscaster Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the life of a backup quarterback. Ethan Pavey, sportscaster from Groves HS, interviews Loren Joostberns, Hamilton HS, 50+ years as a supporter of the Haweyes. Finally, Giovanni Moceri previews Week 8 of high school football matchup, Howell v Brighton. backup quarterback, nfl quarterbacks, nfl, football quarterback, mhsaa, high school athletics, high school football, varsity football false full 137 f8ce4bf3-b147-44e5-b78c-a0031a45573d Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-303-week-8-of-high-school-football-lFJRB8Wm Episode 30.3: Week 8 of High School Football Giovanni Moceri 00:11:01 Episode 30.3: Giovanni Moceri previews the week 8 match-up of Brighton High School vs Howell High School varsity football. Episode 30.3: Giovanni Moceri previews the week 8 match-up of Brighton High School vs Howell High School varsity football. mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football, varsity football false full 140 2ba552d7-86df-4ad0-b44e-1f0295193fb5 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Loren Joostenberg, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-302-forever-a-hawkeye-cCJThc3h Episode 30.2: Forever a Hawkeye Loren Joostenberg, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey 00:09:50 Episode 30.2: Ethan Pavey interview with Loren Joostberns, A 1970 graduate of Hamilton High School. Joostberns has worn many hats in his hometown: teacher, coach, announcer, scorekeeper, school board member, but all of them share a common thread: a deep commitment to giving back to the community that raised him. Episode 30.2: Ethan Pavey interview with Loren Joostberns, A 1970 graduate of Hamilton High School. Joostberns has worn many hats in his hometown: teacher, coach, announcer, scorekeeper, school board member, but all of them share a common thread: a deep commitment to giving back to the community that raised him. hamilton michigan, hamilton high school, mhsaa, high school athletics, committment to service false full 138 f900fe9e-7049-463e-912e-628f4ec880b5 Thu, 9 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-291-october-has-all-the-sports-TKms9S8y Episode 29.1: October Has All The Sports Johnny Kane 00:08:15 Episode 29.1: Host Johnny Kane reviews October's best sports. Episode 29.1: Host Johnny Kane reviews October's best sports. sports broadcasting, nba, mlb, broadcasting false full 133 63e6cef3-600c-48a0-b099-e4be561743af Thu, 9 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-294-high-school-football-week-7-9bvz4heV Episode 29.4: High School Football Week 7 Giovanni Moceri 00:09:41 Episode 29.4: Giovanni Moceri brings all the details and backstories for week 7 of high school varsity football as Southgate Anderson takes on Trenton HS. Episode 29.4: Giovanni Moceri brings all the details and backstories for week 7 of high school varsity football as Southgate Anderson takes on Trenton HS. mhsaa, friday night lights, high school varsity football, high school football false full 136 bfe7660e-b626-4907-8836-b3cc6a00503e Thu, 9 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Matt O'Brien) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-292-nba-same-faces-new-places-OFoBbGxO Episode 29.2: NBA, Same Faces New Places Matt O'Brien 00:06:15 Episode 29.2: Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets previews the NBA preseason, what we need to know and who we should watch. Episode 29.2: Matt O'Brien aka Boston Buckets previews the NBA preseason, what we need to know and who we should watch. basketball, celtics, nba, pistons false full 135 1ea96770-f06d-4891-9ff1-b9b8f5d03f1c Thu, 9 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Zach Linfield, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-293-being-a-fan-in-the-press-box-ni_VXAG_ Episode 29.3: Being a Fan in the Press Box Zach Linfield, Ayden Novak 00:13:40 Episode 29.3: Ayden Novak, student at Rochester Christian University, interviews the Detroit Tigers PA announcer, Zach Linfield. Zach shares his journey into broadcasting and what it's like being a fan in the press box. Episode 29.3: Ayden Novak, student at Rochester Christian University, interviews the Detroit Tigers PA announcer, Zach Linfield. Zach shares his journey into broadcasting and what it's like being a fan in the press box. university of michigan, sports broadcasting, pa announcing, mlb, detroit tigers, broadcasting false full 134 7cb6a939-40e4-4d2b-a76c-21f9a6488418 Thu, 9 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Matt O'Brien, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-29-full-show-eS6pKov1 Episode 29: Full Show Matt O'Brien, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri 00:36:17 Episode 29: Full show: The NBA preseason is here. Johnny Kane and Matt O'Brien, AKA Boston Buckets, highlight the NBA teams to watch this season and point out the same faces, new places list. Then Ayden Novak interviews Zach Linfield, PA announcer for the Tigers, on his journey into broadcasting and his love of karaoke. Finally, Giovanni Moceri, get's us ready for Week 7 of high school football with the Southgate Anderson v Trenton match up. Episode 29: Full show: The NBA preseason is here. Johnny Kane and Matt O'Brien, AKA Boston Buckets, highlight the NBA teams to watch this season and point out the same faces, new places list. Then Ayden Novak interviews Zach Linfield, PA announcer for the Tigers, on his journey into broadcasting and his love of karaoke. Finally, Giovanni Moceri, get's us ready for Week 7 of high school football with the Southgate Anderson v Trenton match up. nba preseason, nba, mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football, varsity football false full 132 b0e28222-95de-4510-9f5d-18da925c619a Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-281-players-we-love-to-hate-LJy1_Xgo Episode 28.1: Players we Love to Hate Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak 00:05:05 Episode 28.1: It is the start of postseason play for the MLB. Ayden Novak, a student at Rochester Christian University, discusses the players we love to hate with the list of baseball’s most recognized villains. Episode 28.1: It is the start of postseason play for the MLB. Ayden Novak, a student at Rochester Christian University, discusses the players we love to hate with the list of baseball’s most recognized villains. baseballs best, mlb, professional baseball false full 128 bbd4b80c-b261-4034-bfe2-2a6d9ef88bd6 Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-284-friday-night-lights-week-6-lA2ENMxL Episode 28.4: Friday Night Lights Week 6 Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:10:32 Episode 28.4: We bring the show home with our high school football preview for week 6. Giovanni Moceri highlights Lapeer HS vs Grand Blanc HS. Episode 28.4: We bring the show home with our high school football preview for week 6. Giovanni Moceri highlights Lapeer HS vs Grand Blanc HS. grand blanc high school, lapeer high school, mhsaa, friday night lights, high school football false full 131 040e9f53-7319-4a43-9768-6dc30a93a538 Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-28-full-show-4uQUv1pl Episode 28: Full Show Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz 00:35:21 Episode 28: It is the start of postseason play for the MLB. Ayden Novak, student at Rochester Christian University, discusses the players we love to hate with the list of baseball’s most recognized villains. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz join to show to talk with host, Johnny Kane, about the MLB's decision to implement the ball-strike system for the 2026 season. The conversation continues with Cooper and Carter as they preview postseason play for the MLB, along with predictions for the MVP and World Series. We bring the show home with our high school football preview for week 6. Giovanni Moceri highlights Lapeer HS vs Grand Blanc HS. Episode 28: It is the start of postseason play for the MLB. Ayden Novak, student at Rochester Christian University, discusses the players we love to hate with the list of baseball’s most recognized villains. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz join to show to talk with host, Johnny Kane, about the MLB's decision to implement the ball-strike system for the 2026 season. The conversation continues with Cooper and Carter as they preview postseason play for the MLB, along with predictions for the MVP and World Series. We bring the show home with our high school football preview for week 6. Giovanni Moceri highlights Lapeer HS vs Grand Blanc HS. abs, baseball, mlb, mhsaa, friday night lights, robo ump, detroit tigers, high school football false full 127 58987d10-5d22-429a-9aa9-f0e306a49897 Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-283-mlb-postseason-play-and-predictions-w7lZwMmT Episode 28.3: MLB Postseason Play and Predictions Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane 00:11:55 Episode 28.3: The conversation continues with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz as they preview postseason play for the MLB, along with predictions for the MVP and World Series. Episode 28.3: The conversation continues with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz as they preview postseason play for the MLB, along with predictions for the MVP and World Series. mlb, mlb postseason false full 130 05f3a5a2-13f3-4a89-9f78-97df2a813067 Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-282-the-robo-ump-coming-to-mlb-2026-7wqKg3jX Episode 28.2: The Robo Ump Coming to MLB 2026 Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz 00:09:19 Episode 28.2: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz join to show to talk with host Johnny Kane, about the MLB's decision to implement the ball-strike system for the 2026 season. Episode 28.2: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz join to show to talk with host Johnny Kane, about the MLB's decision to implement the ball-strike system for the 2026 season. mlb, professional baseball false full 129 90251f7d-40db-4513-99fd-dd55665bed49 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gavin Velicevic, Jordan Morgan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-273-nba-in-europe-and-asia-eJXOq34m Episode 27.3: NBA in Europe and Asia Gavin Velicevic, Jordan Morgan 00:11:30 Episode 27.3: Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, sits down with Jordan Morgan to discuss his career as a professional basketball player overseas. Episode 27.3: Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, sits down with Jordan Morgan to discuss his career as a professional basketball player overseas. university of michigan, basketball, ncaa, professional basketball player, nba, basketball overseas false full 125 f3f7a209-8134-44c2-a7ce-8748d1912601 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-274-friday-night-lights-rival-gps-v-roseville-GAMv2M_5 Episode 27.4: Friday Night Lights Rival, GPS v Roseville Giovanni Moceri 00:09:54 Episode 27.4: Drive to the Game host, Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, previews the friday high school football match up between Grosse Pointe South and Roseville. Episode 27.4: Drive to the Game host, Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, previews the friday high school football match up between Grosse Pointe South and Roseville. roseville high school, mhsaa, friday night lights, grosse pointe south, drive to the game, high school football false full 126 e2b45743-92db-4053-9879-bbbe4db0a375 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gavin Velicevic, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-27-full-show-6lq5JaZr Episode 27: Full Show Gavin Velicevic, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:36:35 Episode 27: Johnny Kane talks about the life of a sportscaster, and then Ayden Novak, a Freshman at Delta College, interviews Michael Oddino, live game director for the MLB/NHL/NBA, about life in a production truck. Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, sits down with Jordan Morgan to discuss his career as a professional basketball player overseas. The show wraps up with Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, previewing the Drive to the Game friday high school match up between Grosse Pointe South v Roseville. Episode 27: Johnny Kane talks about the life of a sportscaster, and then Ayden Novak, a Freshman at Delta College, interviews Michael Oddino, live game director for the MLB/NHL/NBA, about life in a production truck. Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, sits down with Jordan Morgan to discuss his career as a professional basketball player overseas. The show wraps up with Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University grad, previewing the Drive to the Game friday high school match up between Grosse Pointe South v Roseville. professional basketball, roseville high school, sports broadcasting, nhl, live game director, nba, mlb, mhsaa, friday night lights, grosse pointe south high school, fan duel, high school football, sportscasting false full 123 0dbabd7a-093d-4911-9ec9-c068ac908846 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Michael Oddino, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-272-the-life-of-a-live-game-director-hfnmVE02 Episode 27.2: The Life of a Live Game Director Michael Oddino, Ayden Novak 00:11:41 Episode 27.2: J Ayden Novak, a Freshman at Delta College, interviews Michael Oddino, live game director for the MLB/NHL/NBA, about life in a production truck. Episode 27.2: J Ayden Novak, a Freshman at Delta College, interviews Michael Oddino, live game director for the MLB/NHL/NBA, about life in a production truck. sports broadcasting, nhl, live game director, live sports, nba, mlb, sportscasting false full 124 f676eff5-931f-40bf-bed9-275757721847 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Justin Kelly) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-262-the-art-of-a-college-athletic-trainer-D9fVOMTS Episode 26.2: The Art of a College Athletic Trainer Part 1 Gabe Loper, Justin Kelly 00:06:05 Episode 26.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews athletic trainer Justin Kelly. Justin takes us behind the scenes of a day in the life of a college trainer. Episode 26.2: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews athletic trainer Justin Kelly. Justin takes us behind the scenes of a day in the life of a college trainer. health and wellness, athletic trainers, college athletes, college athletic trainers, wayne state university, college sports false full 120 91fe6077-7430-49c9-805d-4c9746ace6df Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-26-full-show-20RU4cB4 Episode 26: Full show Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri 00:35:37 Episode 26: Host Johnny Kane and Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the mindset of a student journalist working to break into the sports broadcasting world. Then Gabe Loper interviews Justin Kelly, athletic trainer at Wayne State University, about all the areas an athletic trainer has to cover, from physical, mental, and nutrition. Finally, Giovanni Moceri previews week 4 of high school football in the Friday series called Drive to the Game with the matchup between Orchard Lake St Mary's vs Detroit Catholic Central. Episode 26: Host Johnny Kane and Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the mindset of a student journalist working to break into the sports broadcasting world. Then Gabe Loper interviews Justin Kelly, athletic trainer at Wayne State University, about all the areas an athletic trainer has to cover, from physical, mental, and nutrition. Finally, Giovanni Moceri previews week 4 of high school football in the Friday series called Drive to the Game with the matchup between Orchard Lake St Mary's vs Detroit Catholic Central. mhsaa, friday night lights, college athletes, college athletic trainers, wayne state university, college sports, high school football false full 119 7e201028-46d1-43cd-93f8-9fae7ac1104f Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-264-hs-football-preview-olsm-v-dcc-C7WfKvZ5 Episode 26.4: HS Football Preview, OLSM v DCC Giovanni Moceri 00:14:57 Episode 26.4: Giovanni Moceri previews week 4 of high school football in the Friday series called Drive to the Game with the matchup between Orchard Lake St Mary's vs Detroit Catholic Central. Episode 26.4: Giovanni Moceri previews week 4 of high school football in the Friday series called Drive to the Game with the matchup between Orchard Lake St Mary's vs Detroit Catholic Central. detroit catholic central, mhsaa, friday night lights, orchard lake saint mary's, high school football false full 122 750340e9-53a1-4064-b57b-a21130ecd7e0 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Justin Kelly, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-263-the-art-of-a-college-athletic-trainer-part-2-CeynEFyY Episode 26.3: The Art of a College Athletic Trainer Part 2 Justin Kelly, Gabe Loper 00:07:37 Episode 26.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews athletic trainer Justin Kelly. Justin takes us behind the scenes of a day in the life of a college trainer. Part 2 Episode 26.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews athletic trainer Justin Kelly. Justin takes us behind the scenes of a day in the life of a college trainer. Part 2 strength training, health and wellness, college athletic trainers, college sports false full 121 590be869-15b6-4146-bfa8-3fd78e855939 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-254-week-3-of-hs-football-matchup-game-of-the-week-qXznl3tD Episode 25.4: Week 3 of HS Football Matchup, Game of the Week Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:07:59 Episode 25.4: Giovanni Moceri, gets us ready for the Friday high school football game of the week, Southfield A&T vs Stoney Creek, with everything we need to know about the teams. Episode 25.4: Giovanni Moceri, gets us ready for the Friday high school football game of the week, Southfield A&T vs Stoney Creek, with everything we need to know about the teams. southfield arts and technology high school, mhsaa, friday night lights, stoney creek high school, high school football false full 118 9c87df26-24c8-4641-85fa-0593d229d482 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-25-full-show-knsWBnVm Episode 25: Full Show Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Giovanni Moceri 00:35:33 Episode 25: Host Johnny Kane and sportscaster Cooper Schoenberg discuss how college students watch sports; A weekend in the life of a college student. Then Cooper Schoenberg, student at Indiana University, shares a on how athletes spend their NIL money. Ethan Pavey, Groves High School interview Athletic Director, Ross Gauthier, on how the role has changed with the addition of NIL in the recruiting process. Finally Giovanni Moceri, get us ready for the Friday high school football game of the week, Southfield A&T vs Stoney Creek, with everything we need to know about the teams. Episode 25: Host Johnny Kane and sportscaster Cooper Schoenberg discuss how college students watch sports; A weekend in the life of a college student. Then Cooper Schoenberg, student at Indiana University, shares a on how athletes spend their NIL money. Ethan Pavey, Groves High School interview Athletic Director, Ross Gauthier, on how the role has changed with the addition of NIL in the recruiting process. Finally Giovanni Moceri, get us ready for the Friday high school football game of the week, Southfield A&T vs Stoney Creek, with everything we need to know about the teams. high school athletic directors, college football, big ten sports, mhsaa, friday night lights, nil, indiana university, drive to the game, college sports false full 115 923c4bcb-9dda-43e4-b7ae-caaec7c160fc Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-253-the-changing-role-of-hs-athletic-directors-7HYqZhd7 Episode 25.3: The Changing Role of HS Athletic Directors Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey 00:10:51 Episode 25.3: Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interviews Athletic Director, Ross Gauthier, on how the role has changed with the addition of NIL in the recruiting process. Episode 25.3: Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interviews Athletic Director, Ross Gauthier, on how the role has changed with the addition of NIL in the recruiting process. high school athletic directors, high school, nil, high school athletics, athletic recruiting in high schools false full 117 87d704aa-3c11-4812-adbd-071b0dc5671f Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-252-how-athletes-spend-their-nil-money-MitSvIU_ Episode 25.2: How Athletes Spend Their NIL Money Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane 00:12:46 Episode 25.2: Cooper Schoenberg, student at Indiana University, shares how athletes spend their NIL money. Episode 25.2: Cooper Schoenberg, student at Indiana University, shares how athletes spend their NIL money. college athletes, nil false full 116 0ecb63d1-e42f-4cf1-8570-3c46ae9d683c Thu, 4 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Kristi Dosh) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-24-full-show-Hne1e88J Episode 24: Full Show Carter Lutz, Ayden Novak, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Kristi Dosh 00:36:09 Episode 24: Johnny Kane kicks off the show, giving us the latest updates on the Tigers, Lions, and college sports. Then Carter Lutz is back making commentary on Fantasy Football with tips and the history of the obsession. Ayden Novak interviews Kristi Dosh, author of The Athletes NIL Playbook, a very interesting interview. Wrapping up the show is Giovanni Moceri getting us ready for the Friday high school game of the week Rochester v Rochester Adams. Episode 24: Johnny Kane kicks off the show, giving us the latest updates on the Tigers, Lions, and college sports. Then Carter Lutz is back making commentary on Fantasy Football with tips and the history of the obsession. Ayden Novak interviews Kristi Dosh, author of The Athletes NIL Playbook, a very interesting interview. Wrapping up the show is Giovanni Moceri getting us ready for the Friday high school game of the week Rochester v Rochester Adams. fantasy football, nfl, ncaa, rochester adams high school, mhsaa, friday night lights, nil, detroit lions, drive to the game, detroit tigers, college sports, high school football, rochester high school false full 110 8296be52-f07f-46ef-b9f5-262db86a1a50 Thu, 4 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-242-the-lure-of-fantasy-football-Hh3GlVsl Episode 24.2: The Lure of Fantasy Football Carter Lutz 00:10:06 Episode 24.2: Carter Lutz is back sharing commentary on Fantasy Football with tips and the history of the obsession. Episode 24.2: Carter Lutz is back sharing commentary on Fantasy Football with tips and the history of the obsession. fantasy football, nfl, fantasy sports false full 112 69b861a8-fa3c-4a88-8817-b3d17936e5fe Thu, 4 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Kristi Dosh, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-243-the-athletes-nil-playbook-sSDh5s4T Episode 24.3: The Athletes NIL Playbook Kristi Dosh, Ayden Novak 00:09:09 Episode 24.3: Ayden Novak interviews Kristi Dosh, author of The Athletes NIL Playbook, a very interesting interview with lots of info. Episode 24.3: Ayden Novak interviews Kristi Dosh, author of The Athletes NIL Playbook, a very interesting interview with lots of info. the athletes nil playbook, ncaa, college athletes, nil, college sports false full 113 56ec8b23-4d60-4984-bd13-7d603e604190 Thu, 4 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-241-detroit-sports-updates-9lJRpHs7 Episode 24.1: Detroit Sports Updates Johnny Kane 00:08:10 Episode 24.1: Johnny Kane kicks off the show, giving us the latest updates on the Tigers, Lions, and college sports. Episode 24.1: Johnny Kane kicks off the show, giving us the latest updates on the Tigers, Lions, and college sports. nfl, football, ncaa, college football, mlb, mhsaa, nil, detroit lions, detroit tigers, high school football false full 111 eab7c152-6543-456e-ae9d-390eba4fe052 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-234-drive-to-the-game-lake-orion-v-northville-sbk6tSOR Episode 23.4: Drive to the Game, Lake Orion v Northville Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:09:32 Episode 234: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, highlights the Drive to the Game Season 2 high school football match-up for Aug 28, Lake Orion High School vs Northville High School. Episode 234: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, highlights the Drive to the Game Season 2 high school football match-up for Aug 28, Lake Orion High School vs Northville High School. northville high school, mhsaa, friday night lights, drive to the game, lake orion high school, high school football false full 109 4bf7e216-90ea-41e6-93e4-01735525e46f Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Emily Wisniewski) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-233-best-team-money-can-buy-texas-tech-CZVnpb8P Episode 23.3: Best Team Money Can Buy, Texas Tech Johnny Kane, Emily Wisniewski 00:08:42 Episode 23.3: Emily Wisniewski, a University of Georgia graduate, comments on the Texas Tech financial takeover of this season's football team. Best team money can buy. Episode 23.3: Emily Wisniewski, a University of Georgia graduate, comments on the Texas Tech financial takeover of this season's football team. Best team money can buy. cody campbell, ncaa, college football, red raiders, texas tech university, kirby hocutt, big 12 football false full 108 004ec077-7f59-4ec9-8dd2-db32c0c911a5 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Dan Miller, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-231-dan-miller-so-you-want-to-be-a-sports-caster-omcH_0Vb Episode 23.1: Dan Miller, So You Want to be a Sports Caster? Dan Miller, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:12:21 Episode 23.1: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Miller on his journey to sportscasting and advice for getting into the biz. Episode 23.1: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Miller on his journey to sportscasting and advice for getting into the biz. sports broadcasting, sports announcing, nfl, sportscaster, washington dc, play by play, detroit lions, dan miller, sports announcer false full 106 ad20cd38-6024-4e73-a267-328685065e33 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-232-the-senior-mike-flynt-TEcVu1K8 Episode 23.2: The Senior, Mike Flynt Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane 00:07:32 Episode 23.2: Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, commentary on the 59-year-old football player’s redemption story to hit the big screen this September. Episode 23.2: Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, commentary on the 59-year-old football player’s redemption story to hit the big screen this September. permian high school, texas, sul ross state university, ncaa history, college football, mike flynt false full 107 91d3c6e5-29e5-4db1-b4d0-9334b672edd1 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Emily Wisniewski, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-23-full-show-buIz2aEu Episode 23: Full Show Lyric Sloan, Emily Wisniewski, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld 00:36:21 Episode 23: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Miller on his journey to sportscasting and advice for getting into the biz. Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, commentary on the 59-year-old football player’s redemption story to hit the big screen this September. Emily Wisniewski, a University of Georgia graduate, comments on the Texas Tech financial takeover of this season's football team. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, highlights the Drive to the Game Season 2 high school football match-up for Aug 28, Lake Orion High School vs Northville High School. Episode 23: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Miller on his journey to sportscasting and advice for getting into the biz. Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, commentary on the 59-year-old football player’s redemption story to hit the big screen this September. Emily Wisniewski, a University of Georgia graduate, comments on the Texas Tech financial takeover of this season's football team. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, highlights the Drive to the Game Season 2 high school football match-up for Aug 28, Lake Orion High School vs Northville High School. nfl, mhsaa football, college football, detroit lions, texas tech, dan miller, the senior false full 105 e7216853-d1c3-478f-8df9-2b59c56da528 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Matt O'Brien) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-223-aging-out-of-the-nba-W0MXEQq7 Episode 22.3: Aging out of the NBA Johnny Kane, Matt O'Brien 00:08:07 Episode 22.3: Matt O'Brien contributes commentary on the NBA dealing with players aging out of the program and extending contracts. Episode 22.3: Matt O'Brien contributes commentary on the NBA dealing with players aging out of the program and extending contracts. la clippers, basketball, nba false full 103 74d6e2ee-99c3-44ae-918e-15762ea256d6 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-222-changes-to-mhsaa-divisions-cause-challenges-d8vlwN1g Episode 22.2: Changes to MHSAA Divisions Cause Challenges Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane 00:05:38 Episode 22.2: Gavin Velicevic contributes commentary on the changes to MHSAA divisions and how that will affect season play and playoff dreams. Episode 22.2: Gavin Velicevic contributes commentary on the changes to MHSAA divisions and how that will affect season play and playoff dreams. mhsaa, high school football false full 101 7eecd435-197a-4ad0-86b3-8b68a8ae6467 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ryder Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-221-quarterback-watch-list-tIk00SR5 Episode 22.1: Quarterback Watch List Johnny Kane, Ryder Sloan 00:10:35 Episode 22: Ryder Sloan contributing commentary on Michigan high school football quarterbacks to look for this season as well as a clip from his interview with Detroit Lion rookie, Isaac TeSlaa. Episode 22: Ryder Sloan contributing commentary on Michigan high school football quarterbacks to look for this season as well as a clip from his interview with Detroit Lion rookie, Isaac TeSlaa. high school quarterbacks, mhsaa, rookie, detroit lions rookie, isaac teslaa, detroit lions, high school football, hillsdale college false full 100 db6ff740-75a8-4674-94c9-be25e1908b80 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-224-ufc-opening-to-a-broader-audience-awWjcIyr Episode 22.4: UFC Opening to a Broader Audience Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane 00:13:06 Episode 22.4: Johnny Ochsenfeld contributed commentary on the UFC, making watching fights more accessible to all. Episode 22.4: Johnny Ochsenfeld contributed commentary on the UFC, making watching fights more accessible to all. ufc false full 104 df24acfc-5ef1-44a0-9904-51b5c4651b83 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ryder Sloan, Matt O'Brien, Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-22-full-show-GbHWQwvi Episode 22: Full Show Ryder Sloan, Matt O'Brien, Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld 00:35:41 Episode 22: Johnny Kane welcomes sportscasters Ryder Sloan, Gavin Velicevic, Matt O'Brien, and Johnny Ochsenfeld to the show, contributing commentary on Michigan high school football quarterbacks to look for this season, the changes to MHSAA divisions and how that will effect season play, NBA dealing with players aging out of the program, and finally the UFC making fights more accessible to all. Episode 22: Johnny Kane welcomes sportscasters Ryder Sloan, Gavin Velicevic, Matt O'Brien, and Johnny Ochsenfeld to the show, contributing commentary on Michigan high school football quarterbacks to look for this season, the changes to MHSAA divisions and how that will effect season play, NBA dealing with players aging out of the program, and finally the UFC making fights more accessible to all. la clippers, nba, mhsaa, detroit lions, quarterbacks, ufc, high school football false full 102 45ba3739-3cd1-43bc-809d-931540bc58b9 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Kata Tasich, Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-214-hs-athlete-3-sport-recruit-9La2Hg9I Episode 21.4: HS Athlete 3 Sport Recruit Kata Tasich, Johnny Kane, Taryn Fritzsching 00:09:04 Episode 21.4: Taryn Fritzsching interviews Kata Tasich on navigating the recruiting process and yearly commitment in basketball as a three-season athlete. Episode 21.4: Taryn Fritzsching interviews Kata Tasich on navigating the recruiting process and yearly commitment in basketball as a three-season athlete. rochester christian university, high school basketball, troy athen high school false full 97 b4a4a249-cc57-4a4f-8bd0-03478aa57cc3 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-213-is-a-texas-takeover-in-our-future-CND_yIyf Episode 21.3: Is A Texas Takeover In Our Future? Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane 00:11:23 Episode 21.3: Emily Wisniewski discusses if the Texas Longhorns have what it takes with Arch Manning to take it all this season. Episode 21.3: Emily Wisniewski discusses if the Texas Longhorns have what it takes with Arch Manning to take it all this season. ncaa, college football, big ten, texas longhorns, sec, university of texas false full 96 c434b247-428a-4eb6-aac9-2a594fcc224d Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Taryn Fritzsching, Matt O'Brien, Emily Wisniewski, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-21-full-show-FAUlIrYn Episode 21: Full Show Taryn Fritzsching, Matt O'Brien, Emily Wisniewski, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:36:37 Episode 21: Matt O’Brien kicks off the show with a story out of MSU. Basketball player Jeremy Fears turns down $4.5 million NIL deal from Michigan to stay at State. Lyric Sloan interviews Trinity McCormick's early commitment as a HS sophmore to Wake Forest for volleyball. Then Emily Wisniewski discusses if the Texas Longhorns have what it takes with Arch Manning to take it all this season. Finally, Taryn Fritzsching interviews Kata Tasich on navigating the recruiting process and yearly commitment in basketball as a three-season athlete. Episode 21: Matt O’Brien kicks off the show with a story out of MSU. Basketball player Jeremy Fears turns down $4.5 million NIL deal from Michigan to stay at State. Lyric Sloan interviews Trinity McCormick's early commitment as a HS sophmore to Wake Forest for volleyball. Then Emily Wisniewski discusses if the Texas Longhorns have what it takes with Arch Manning to take it all this season. Finally, Taryn Fritzsching interviews Kata Tasich on navigating the recruiting process and yearly commitment in basketball as a three-season athlete. wake forest, early commitment, rochester christian university, ncaa, michigan state university basketball, college football, nil, high school volleyball, ohio state, high school basketball, texas longhorns, sec false full 93 14c79b3f-b71e-4d49-9989-b3a782a40df3 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Trinity McCormick, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-212-committing-to-college-at-16-xrXJdtTQ Episode 21.2: Committing to College at 16 Trinity McCormick, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:10:53 Episode 20.2: Lyric Sloan interviews Trinity McCormick's early commitment as an HS sophomore to Wake Forest for volleyball. Episode 20.2: Lyric Sloan interviews Trinity McCormick's early commitment as an HS sophomore to Wake Forest for volleyball. wake forest, college volleyball, volleyball committ, high school volleyball, volleyball recruit, college recruiting false full 95 35d73124-5bb6-4753-b22a-bef543c9c885 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Matt O'Brien) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-211-loyalty-wins-over-nil-pressure-WMF7s6W_ Episode 21.1: Loyalty Wins Over NIL Pressure Johnny Kane, Matt O'Brien 00:06:57 Episode 20.1: Matt O’Brien kicks off the show with a story out of MSU. Basketball player Jeremy Fears turns down $4.5 million NIL deal from Michigan to stay at State. Episode 20.1: Matt O’Brien kicks off the show with a story out of MSU. Basketball player Jeremy Fears turns down $4.5 million NIL deal from Michigan to stay at State. michigan state basketball, go green, ncaa, nil, msu, big ten basketball false full 94 259dcae7-8b50-429c-b84e-66e2e6b67c5e Thu, 7 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Cooper Schoenberg, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-20-do-rivalries-still-matter-DxMu7Gb5 Episode 20: Do Rivalries Still Matter? Carter Lutz, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Cooper Schoenberg, Gabe Loper 00:36:56 Episode 20: Johnny Kane invites a panel of our sportscasters, Lyric Sloan, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz to weigh in on the sports rivalries and their importance with fans today. Episode 20: Johnny Kane invites a panel of our sportscasters, Lyric Sloan, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz to weigh in on the sports rivalries and their importance with fans today. michigan vs ohio state, the big game, friday night lights, nil, player rivalries, sports rivalries, college sports false full 98 97a36458-dc81-4a6f-a707-2b3dc04a7bb9 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-193-early-college-qb-rankings-3_WwvcQy Episode 19.3: Early College QB Rankings Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg 00:11:30 Episode 19.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz break down the pre-season college football quarterback rankings. Episode 19.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz break down the pre-season college football quarterback rankings. college quarterbacks, college football, preseason rankings false full 92 92933fa3-4064-4fc4-a883-b0e242142db1 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Paul Tocco, Cooper Schoenberg, Gabe Loper, Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-19-full-show-Aukb374h Episode 19: Full Show Paul Tocco, Cooper Schoenberg, Gabe Loper, Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri 00:36:17 Episode 19: Gabe Loper and Johnny Kane highlight the recent announcement that the ACC will play Friday night games, competing with HS football game schedules. Then Emily Wisiewski reports from media days and the chatter around Heisman candidates. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz break down the college football quarterback rankings. Wrapping up the show with an interview by Giovanni Moceri and Paul Tocco, Dakota High School basketball coach, talking about the Macomb Dakota alum, Ryan Rollins, and $12 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. Episode 19: Gabe Loper and Johnny Kane highlight the recent announcement that the ACC will play Friday night games, competing with HS football game schedules. Then Emily Wisiewski reports from media days and the chatter around Heisman candidates. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz break down the college football quarterback rankings. Wrapping up the show with an interview by Giovanni Moceri and Paul Tocco, Dakota High School basketball coach, talking about the Macomb Dakota alum, Ryan Rollins, and $12 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. basketball, heisman trophy, football, college football, nba, macomb dakota high school, quarterback rankings, big 10 football, heisman candidates, sec, acc false full 88 16db0a0a-9152-4122-9dc1-3d77f9e5ea90 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Paul Tocco, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-195-local-michigan-star-signs-deal-with-the-bucks-L0pY6MeC Episode 19.4: Local Michigan Star Signs Deal with the Bucks Johnny Kane, Paul Tocco, Giovanni Moceri 00:08:51 Episode 19.4: An interview by Giovanni Moceri and Paul Tocco, Dakota High School basketball coach, talk about the Macomb Dakota alum, Ryan Rollins, and $12 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. Paul and Giovanni recap Ryan's high school basketball years. Episode 19.4: An interview by Giovanni Moceri and Paul Tocco, Dakota High School basketball coach, talk about the Macomb Dakota alum, Ryan Rollins, and $12 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. Paul and Giovanni recap Ryan's high school basketball years. ryan rollins, nba, macomb dakota high school, nba draft, high school basketball, milwaukee bucks false full 89 20752ae9-b1a8-4b37-8829-d95fca90fbce Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-191-friday-night-college-or-high-school-football-vCNEL0a_ Episode 19.1: Friday Night, College or High School Football? Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper 00:07:36 Episode 19.1: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and Johnny Kane highlight the recent announcement that the ACC will play Friday night games, competing with HS football game schedules. Episode 19.1: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, and Johnny Kane highlight the recent announcement that the ACC will play Friday night games, competing with HS football game schedules. acc football, college football, friday night lights, friday night football, high school football, acc false full 90 ddc5b984-a452-48a6-86cb-8bb668d97dcb Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/192-early-talk-of-heisman-candidates-a8PkaVg2 19.2: Early Talk of Heisman Candidates Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane 00:09:55 Episode 19.2: Emily Wisiewski reports from Media Days and shares the chatter around Heisman candidates. Episode 19.2: Emily Wisiewski reports from Media Days and shares the chatter around Heisman candidates. media days, heisman trophy, college football, big ten, mac, heisman candidates, sec, acc false full 91 647159a8-fb88-40d0-b951-975befd45bb5 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jason Dizik, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-182-lights-camera-behind-the-scenes-of-game-day-part-1-b4dgYvvs Episode 18.2: Lights, Camera: Behind the Scenes of Game Day Part 1 Jason Dizik, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:07:17 Episode 18.2: Part 1 How does live game production work, from FanDuel Sports producer, Jason Dizik. He sits down with Cooper Schoenberg. Episode 18.2: Part 1 How does live game production work, from FanDuel Sports producer, Jason Dizik. He sits down with Cooper Schoenberg. live sports production, nba, mlb, detroit pistons, live sports producer, fanduel sports, detroit tigers, central michigan universtiy false full 85 d70e7a2a-c01b-4348-a3bd-55c17a73bd6e Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Drury, Jason Dizik, Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-18-college-football-mma-and-the-power-of-live-sports-SKHAwUvR Episode 18: College Football, MMA, and the Power of Live Sports Noah Drury, Jason Dizik, Johnny Ochsenfeld, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:35:26 Episode 18: Full Show - Noah Drury, Specs Howard/Lawrence Tech University grad, provides his commentary on the Big 10 contenders going in to the 2025 college football season, and who to look for. Then we get to hear how live game production works from FanDuel Sports producer, Jason Dizik, when he sits down with Cooper Schoenberg. And finally the hottest sport making its way to a mainstream audience, MMA. Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, recaps the top 5 matches of all time. Episode 18: Full Show - Noah Drury, Specs Howard/Lawrence Tech University grad, provides his commentary on the Big 10 contenders going in to the 2025 college football season, and who to look for. Then we get to hear how live game production works from FanDuel Sports producer, Jason Dizik, when he sits down with Cooper Schoenberg. And finally the hottest sport making its way to a mainstream audience, MMA. Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, recaps the top 5 matches of all time. college football, mma, nba, mlb, live game production, big ten football, pistons, detroit tigers, ufc false full 83 589d039e-52f7-421e-866e-15c76b4ece3a Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-184-best-of-mma-qVosyPk7 Episode 18.4: Best of MMA Johnny Kane, Johnny Ochsenfeld 00:12:39 Episode 18.4: Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, recaps the top 5 MMA matches of all time. Episode 18.4: Johnny Ochsenfeld, University of Rhode Island, recaps the top 5 MMA matches of all time. mma, ufc false full 87 8cf76bb8-8486-4519-aaab-c3314eae3cf8 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Noah Drury, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-181-big-10-college-football-contenders-BSiS83Jg Episode 18.1: Big 10 College Football Contenders Noah Drury, Johnny Kane 00:08:11 Episode 18.1: Noah Drury, Specs Howard/Lawrence Tech University grad, provides his commentary on the Big 10 contenders going in to the 2025 college football season, and who to look for. Episode 18.1: Noah Drury, Specs Howard/Lawrence Tech University grad, provides his commentary on the Big 10 contenders going in to the 2025 college football season, and who to look for. university of michigan, college football, ohio state, big ten football false full 84 ab431f67-e49d-4859-b6a3-bc4eda43af89 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Jason Dizik, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-183-lights-camera-behind-the-scenes-of-game-day-part-2-P4WTsjUr Episode 18.3: Lights, Camera: Behind the Scenes of Game Day Part 2 Cooper Schoenberg, Jason Dizik, Johnny Kane 00:10:10 Episode 18.3: Part 2: Cooper Schoenberg continues the conversation with FanDuel Sports live game producer, Jason Dizik. Jason shares his commitment to Central Michigan University and the scholarship fund he started. Episode 18.3: Part 2: Cooper Schoenberg continues the conversation with FanDuel Sports live game producer, Jason Dizik. Jason shares his commitment to Central Michigan University and the scholarship fund he started. live game producer, nba, mlb, detroit pistons, live game production, fanduel sports, detroit tigers, central michigan university false full 86 d298e546-38bd-4a46-91ed-f14d1755c190 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-174-extreme-stadium-food-offerings-vaYZbJ3m Episode 17.4: Extreme Stadium Food Offerings Emily Wisniewski, Johnny Kane 00:08:23 Episode 17.4: Emily Wisniewski, University of Georgia grad, and Johnny Kane review the list of extreme foods offered at stadiums this year. Episode 17.4: Emily Wisniewski, University of Georgia grad, and Johnny Kane review the list of extreme foods offered at stadiums this year. baseball hotdog, extreme food, stadium food, baseball stadiums false full 82 8ce21dec-0224-42ba-9f35-81e5395fcc1a Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato, Jaden Pydyn, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-171-for-the-love-of-country-west-point-bound-h9s90FS0 Episode 17.1: For the Love of Country, West Point Bound Brendan Mato, Jaden Pydyn, Johnny Kane 00:09:11 Episode 17.1: Brendan Mato sits down with Jaden Pydyn, fellow Detroit Catholic Central grad, to discuss his journey to West Point, recruited to play football and baseball. Episode 17.1: Brendan Mato sits down with Jaden Pydyn, fellow Detroit Catholic Central grad, to discuss his journey to West Point, recruited to play football and baseball. high school baseball, detroit catholic central, west point, army, high school football, two sport athletes false full 79 f4faa1d6-ddb0-445c-8dee-57611d0c49f5 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Todd Jones, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-172-todd-jones-tigers-greatest-closer-AFHfwtq3 Episode 17.2: Todd Jones, Tigers Greatest Closer Johnny Kane, Todd Jones, Ayden Novak 00:11:46 Episode 17.2: Ayden Novak, recent graduate of Lake Orion HS, interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. Ayden and Todd discuss his journey and favorite memories and the MLB today. - Part 1 Episode 17.2: Ayden Novak, recent graduate of Lake Orion HS, interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. Ayden and Todd discuss his journey and favorite memories and the MLB today. - Part 1 baseball pitchers, professional athletes, mlb, athletes, fanduel sports, detroit tigers false full 80 c4fa67f8-6e92-4caf-8ee7-2e6db6d8af85 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Todd Jones, Emily Wisniewski, Jaden Pydyn, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-17-for-the-love-of-country-baseball-and-food-MfiLPLYq Episode 17: For The Love of Country, Baseball, and Food Todd Jones, Emily Wisniewski, Jaden Pydyn, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Brendan Mato 00:35:49 Episode 17: Full Show: Brendan Mato sits with Jaden Pydyn, fellow Detroit Catholic Central grad, to discuss his future at West Point being recruited to play football and baseball. Then, Ayden Novak interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. He is revered as the greatest closing pitcher in Detroit Tigers history. Finally, Emily Wisniewski and Johnny Kane review the list of extreme foods offered at stadiums this year. Episode 17: Full Show: Brendan Mato sits with Jaden Pydyn, fellow Detroit Catholic Central grad, to discuss his future at West Point being recruited to play football and baseball. Then, Ayden Novak interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. He is revered as the greatest closing pitcher in Detroit Tigers history. Finally, Emily Wisniewski and Johnny Kane review the list of extreme foods offered at stadiums this year. high school sports, detroit catholic central, baseball pitchers, mlb, west point, stadium food, army, detroit tigers false full 78 85c30efd-f49a-46e4-a4b0-509b7fa67456 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak, Todd Jones, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-173-todd-jones-tigers-greatest-closer-part-2-uDZAdeSn Episode 17.3: Todd Jones, Tigers Greatest Closer: Part 2 Ayden Novak, Todd Jones, Johnny Kane 00:09:03 Episode 17.3: Ayden Novak interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. Part 2 Episode 17.3: Ayden Novak interviews Todd Jones, former Detroit Tigers pitcher. Part 2 baseball pitchers, professional athletes, mlb, detroit tigers false full 81 728f3b91-88f0-4c59-9122-6fa8f6b2b219 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Dan Hasty, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-164-jHq1u7Hp Episode 16.4: Gabe Loper, Dan Hasty, Johnny Kane 00:13:07 Episode 16.4: Gabe Loper interviews play-by-play announcer of the West Michigan Whitecaps, Dan Hasty. They discuss how this High A Affiliate is producing the best talent for the Tigers and how the sound of the Masters made its way into a Whitecaps call. Episode 16.4: Gabe Loper interviews play-by-play announcer of the West Michigan Whitecaps, Dan Hasty. They discuss how this High A Affiliate is producing the best talent for the Tigers and how the sound of the Masters made its way into a Whitecaps call. baseball, mlb, west michigan whitecaps, detroit tigers, high a false full 77 a669bd9c-42a9-4305-9a69-59400d13042d Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Dan Hasty, Cody Stedman, Gavin Velicevic, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-16-full-show-ujJcf_kB Episode 16: Full Show Dan Hasty, Cody Stedman, Gavin Velicevic, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Ethan Pavey 00:36:45 Episode 16: Cody Stedman and Johnny Kane discuss the announcement of the WNBA expansion in Detroit and what it means to the city. Then our baseball experts, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, and Ethan Pavey discuss the addition of the robo ump coming to the MLB as early as next season. And discuss how this changes the dynamics of baseball. Finally, Gabe Loper interviews Dan Hasty, play-by-play announcer for the West Michigan Whitecaps, and the season that they are having is mirroring the Tigers run. Episode 16: Cody Stedman and Johnny Kane discuss the announcement of the WNBA expansion in Detroit and what it means to the city. Then our baseball experts, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, and Ethan Pavey discuss the addition of the robo ump coming to the MLB as early as next season. And discuss how this changes the dynamics of baseball. Finally, Gabe Loper interviews Dan Hasty, play-by-play announcer for the West Michigan Whitecaps, and the season that they are having is mirroring the Tigers run. wnba, womens basketball, baseball, mlb, whitecaps, play by play announcer, robo ump, minor league baseball, rules of baseball false full 73 e6f08863-3110-4c28-9428-3dd5a7f8660f Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gavin Velicevic, Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-162-robots-taking-over-baseball-part-1-oBoxJ7FX Episode 16.2: Robots Taking Over Baseball Part 1 Gavin Velicevic, Ethan Pavey, Johnny Kane 00:10:29 Episode 16.2: Discussion around the robo-ump set to make its way to MLB games next season. Johnny Kane is joined by high school baseball players Gavin Velicevic and Ethan Pavey to discuss the pros and cons of introducing technology to baseball. Episode 16.2: Discussion around the robo-ump set to make its way to MLB games next season. Johnny Kane is joined by high school baseball players Gavin Velicevic and Ethan Pavey to discuss the pros and cons of introducing technology to baseball. sports technology, baseball, mlb, umpires false full 75 8ab149af-81e9-41c6-ac51-29cab40c1936 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cody Stedman) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-161-detroit-welcomes-the-wnba-again-rCRSnQYs Episode 16.1: Detroit Welcomes the WNBA Again Johnny Kane, Cody Stedman 00:06:49 Episode 16.1: Cody Stedman and Johnny Kane discuss the announcement of the WNBA expansion in Detroit and how this sports town is welcoming them back. Episode 16.1: Cody Stedman and Johnny Kane discuss the announcement of the WNBA expansion in Detroit and how this sports town is welcoming them back. wnba, womens basketball, the shock, detroit sports, detroit, detroit sports commission false full 74 33f238fa-8c17-4b17-90ef-7ebe5edc1806 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, Ethan Pavey) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-163-robots-in-baseball-part-2-Iw6AwOmR Episode 16.3: Robots in Baseball Part 2 Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, Ethan Pavey 00:07:50 Episode 16.3: Part 2 - Discussion around the robo ump set to make its way to MLB games next season. Johnny Kane is joined by high school baseball players Gavin Velicevic and Ethan Pavey to discuss the pros and cons of introducing technology to the game of baseball. Episode 16.3: Part 2 - Discussion around the robo ump set to make its way to MLB games next season. Johnny Kane is joined by high school baseball players Gavin Velicevic and Ethan Pavey to discuss the pros and cons of introducing technology to the game of baseball. umpire, baseball, robots, mlb umpires, mlb, robo ump false full 76 2976dfcd-f8cb-4051-9597-b636a3619949 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Matt O'Brien, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-151-nba-draft-whos-going-where-9tuWo4cU Episode 15.1: NBA Draft, Who's Going Where? Matt O'Brien, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane 00:08:00 Episode 15.1: Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, and Matt O'Brien report and predict the NBA draft. Episode 15.1: Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, and Matt O'Brien report and predict the NBA draft. basketball, nba, nba draft false full 68 2dd9df0a-f7fc-4cfc-ad52-d3fbebbd9e95 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Madison Packer, Matt O'Brien, Lorenzo Pinelli, Carter Lutz, Lyric Sloan, Gavin Velicevic, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-15-full-show-cFMFjVDU Episode 15: Full Show Madison Packer, Matt O'Brien, Lorenzo Pinelli, Carter Lutz, Lyric Sloan, Gavin Velicevic, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:36:18 Episode 15: Open Mic welcomes newest contributor Matt O'Brien to the sportscaster community. This episode covers the NBA draft predictions, the NCAA's agreement to pay current and former athletes, amateur golfer playing big at MSU, and the upward momentum of women's hockey, both professional and prep. Join Carter Lutz, Matt O'Brien, Giovanni Moceri, Lyric Sloan, and Gavin Velicevic. Episode 15: Open Mic welcomes newest contributor Matt O'Brien to the sportscaster community. This episode covers the NBA draft predictions, the NCAA's agreement to pay current and former athletes, amateur golfer playing big at MSU, and the upward momentum of women's hockey, both professional and prep. Join Carter Lutz, Matt O'Brien, Giovanni Moceri, Lyric Sloan, and Gavin Velicevic. michigan state university, pwhl, basketball, womens hockey, ncaa, paying college athletes, brooklyn new york, nba draft, msu golf false full 72 aaa660dd-cef2-43df-9b52-2e2eb21b7186 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lorenzo Pinelli, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-153-adversity-the-key-to-athlete-success-Z3v5DPVs Episode 15.3: Adversity the Key to Athlete Success Lorenzo Pinelli, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:11:33 Episode 15.3: Lyric Sloan interviews Lorenzo Pinelli, MSU Golf, about the highs and lows of the sport of golf and the mental determination needed to make it to the top. Episode 15.3: Lyric Sloan interviews Lorenzo Pinelli, MSU Golf, about the highs and lows of the sport of golf and the mental determination needed to make it to the top. golf, michigan state university golf, mental toughness, brother rice high school, golf players false full 70 b0c0f368-0f13-421c-89a5-ad5a6b8a7015 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Madison Packer, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-154-womens-hockey-is-on-fire-XRJY23HY Episode 15.4: Women's Hockey is on Fire Madison Packer, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic 00:11:10 Episode 15.4: Gavin Velicevic sits down with Madison Packer, retired professional hockey player, to discuss the importance of women's hockey as well as her passion to be an advocate for the sport and its players. Episode 15.4: Gavin Velicevic sits down with Madison Packer, retired professional hockey player, to discuss the importance of women's hockey as well as her passion to be an advocate for the sport and its players. pwhl, mental health, womens hockey, advocating for athletes, professional womens hockey league false full 71 bdbfb703-6079-4995-8229-447623001ba5 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-152-ncaa-to-pay-college-athletes-9q_bxrky Episode 15.2: NCAA to Pay College Athletes Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri 00:07:12 Episode 15.2: Giovanni Moceri reports on the latest discussion by the NCAA to pay current and former athletes in an agreement that will transform college sports as we know. Episode 15.2: Giovanni Moceri reports on the latest discussion by the NCAA to pay current and former athletes in an agreement that will transform college sports as we know. ncaa, paying college athletes, college athletes false full 69 a894a6fd-54c8-42ce-b8c8-2a07b69afae9 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ryder Sloan, Jake Vedder, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-141-eyes-on-2026-winter-olympic-w-jake-vedder-slpG3glI Episode 14.1: Eyes on 2026 Winter Olympic w/ Jake Vedder Ryder Sloan, Jake Vedder, Johnny Kane 00:24:21 Episode 14.1: Ryder Sloan and Jake Vedder, Snowboard Cross, discuss what it takes to be an Olympian. Episode 14.1: Ryder Sloan and Jake Vedder, Snowboard Cross, discuss what it takes to be an Olympian. ski michigan, winter olympics, mt. brighton, boarder cross, michigan snowboarding, youth olympics false full 66 cab4c19a-aa52-4d02-a840-1dc718eaa3d2 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Michael Oddino, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-142-behind-the-scenes-of-a-live-sports-director-3l_HQMf5 Episode 14.2: Behind the Scenes of a Live Sports Director Michael Oddino, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak 00:12:30 Episode 14.2: Ayden Novak interviews Michael Oddino, FanDuel Sports, on life inside the production truck during live sports games. Episode 14.2: Ayden Novak interviews Michael Oddino, FanDuel Sports, on life inside the production truck during live sports games. sports broadcasting, sports tv, nba, mlb, live sports director, sports director, fanduel, fanduel sports false full 67 d9061e7a-6dc1-49d9-97c4-ee6c53e73eb5 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jake Vedder, Michael Oddino, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Ryder Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-14-2026-winter-olympic-dream-directing-live-sports-tv-qALxeuyq Episode 14: 2026 Winter Olympic Dream & Directing Live Sports TV Jake Vedder, Michael Oddino, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak, Ryder Sloan 00:36:38 Episode 14: FULL SHOW - Ryder Sloan interviews Jake Vedder, Michigan native and snowboard cross Olympian, about what it takes to make it as a professional athlete in the Winter Olympics. Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS graduate, talks to Michael Oddino, Director of live sports for FanDuel. They discuss the extreme focus, foresight, and knowledge of the sport needed to direct live sports tv. Episode 14: FULL SHOW - Ryder Sloan interviews Jake Vedder, Michigan native and snowboard cross Olympian, about what it takes to make it as a professional athlete in the Winter Olympics. Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS graduate, talks to Michael Oddino, Director of live sports for FanDuel. They discuss the extreme focus, foresight, and knowledge of the sport needed to direct live sports tv. sports broadcasting, winter olympics, sportscaster, boarder cross, snowboarding, live sports director, tv director, fanduel sports false full 65 36d49795-51a1-4e9f-b19c-3ee738834371 Tue, 3 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Bill Gammon, Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-132-epic-golf-travel-MlhO_xVx Episode 13.2: Epic Golf Travel Bill Gammon, Brendan Mato 00:10:38 Episode 13.2: Brendan Mato and Co-Founder of Golf Traveller, Bill Gammon, discuss the golf travel industry and the unique niche that Golf Traveller fills with bespoke world travel. Episode 13.2: Brendan Mato and Co-Founder of Golf Traveller, Bill Gammon, discuss the golf travel industry and the unique niche that Golf Traveller fills with bespoke world travel. world of golf, golf traveller, golf fans, golf courses, bespoke travel false full 62 02ddd345-63cf-4ca7-abff-d4618c8c75df Tue, 3 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Mike Dietz, Brendan Mato, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-133-the-business-behind-athletes-and-sports-dsPzJmA9 Episode 13.3: The Business Behind Athletes and Sports Mike Dietz, Brendan Mato, Gabe Loper 00:07:39 Episode: 13.3: Gabe Loper and Brendan Mato meet Mike Dietz, President and Founder of Dietz Sports and Entertainment to discuss athlete management and sports marketing in Detroit. Episode: 13.3: Gabe Loper and Brendan Mato meet Mike Dietz, President and Founder of Dietz Sports and Entertainment to discuss athlete management and sports marketing in Detroit. dietz sports and entertainment, athlete management, detroit sports, detroit sports commission false full 63 934ea94c-915a-439b-a430-315f0786cabb Tue, 3 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Robert Vowels Jr, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-131-driving-force-behind-university-athletics-TPRh_6af Episode 13.1: Driving Force Behind University Athletics Robert Vowels Jr, Gabe Loper 00:09:50 Episode 13.1: Gabe Loper and Robert Vowels Jr, Athletic Director at the University of Detroit Mercy, talk about vision and focus that goes into building a success university athletic program as well as the changes he has created at the university. Episode 13.1: Gabe Loper and Robert Vowels Jr, Athletic Director at the University of Detroit Mercy, talk about vision and focus that goes into building a success university athletic program as well as the changes he has created at the university. ncaa, university of detroit mercy, college sports, university athletic directors false full 61 d331ccfd-7fae-47d5-8dc4-328920f6ce1f Tue, 3 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato, Jeff Sloan, Kristin Kujawa) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-13-behind-the-scenes-of-sports-dreams-7gHezAqT Episode 13: Behind the Scenes of Sports Dreams Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato, Jeff Sloan, Kristin Kujawa 00:33:51 Episode 13: Live from the GameAbove x Detroit Sports Commission Golf Tournament at Oakland Hills Golf Course we interview Robert Vowels Jr, Athletic Director at the University of Detroit Mercy, Bill Gammon, Co-Founder of Golf Traveller, and Mike Dietz, President of Dietz Sports and Entertainment. Episode 13: Live from the GameAbove x Detroit Sports Commission Golf Tournament at Oakland Hills Golf Course we interview Robert Vowels Jr, Athletic Director at the University of Detroit Mercy, Bill Gammon, Co-Founder of Golf Traveller, and Mike Dietz, President of Dietz Sports and Entertainment. gameabove, oakland hills golf course, golf traveller, university of detroit mercy, detroit sports commission false full 64 68b55d2a-cce4-4e46-893f-436d136585c0 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-122-who-wants-to-be-sparty-JMvh4Wm4 Episode 12.2: Who Wants to be Sparty? Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:11:07 Episode 12.2: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor of being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Fransisco. Episode 12.2: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor of being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Fransisco. michigan state university, sparty, college mascots, east lansing false full 58 b986c165-23fd-48c7-8fd8-167eff9b6ae0 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato, Lyric Sloan, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-12-dugouts-mascots-and-superteams-cU0qXBRi Episode 12: Dugouts, Mascots, and Superteams Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato, Lyric Sloan, Ayden Novak 00:35:58 Episode 12: Full Show - Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, commentary on MHSAA Baseball season and playoff predictions. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor is being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Francisco. Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato take on the topic “Is the NBA Superteam Era Over??” Episode 12: Full Show - Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, commentary on MHSAA Baseball season and playoff predictions. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor is being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Francisco. Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato take on the topic “Is the NBA Superteam Era Over??” nba superteams, high school baseball, michigan state university, basketball, sparty, nba, mhsaa, school mascots, mhsaa baseball false full 56 33144f15-bbfe-413c-a464-59ff8d4249e9 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-121-mhsaa-baseball-favorites-and-sleepers-T6AyWXlb Episode 12.1: MHSAA Baseball Favorites and Sleepers Ayden Novak 00:07:54 Episode 12.1: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, commentary on MHSAA Baseball season and playoff predictions. Episode 12.1: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, commentary on MHSAA Baseball season and playoff predictions. high school baseball, mhsaa, mhsaa baseball, baseball playoffs false full 57 3dac02a7-de1b-4a0a-85a1-77336a6c3f91 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-124-is-the-nba-superteam-era-over-YgrU_a3L Episode 12.4: Is the NBA Superteam Era Over? Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Brendan Mato 00:11:08 Episode 12.4: Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper - Wayne State University, and Brendan Mato - Detroit Catholic Central, take on the topic “Is the NBA Superteam Era Over??” Episode 12.4: Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper - Wayne State University, and Brendan Mato - Detroit Catholic Central, take on the topic “Is the NBA Superteam Era Over??” basketball, superteams, nba false full 60 601bbce2-9c55-4cbe-8a0e-d440ca7f4800 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-123-a-dream-job-the-college-mascot-qWJlwKPe Episode 12.3: A Dream Job - The College Mascot Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:07:46 Episode 12.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor is being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Fransisco. PART 2 Episode 12.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, interviews two of the students who had the honor is being Sparty the past four years, Zack O’Brien and Zane Fransisco. PART 2 go green, michigan state university, sparty, ncaa, college mascots, big ten, east lansing false full 59 28523522-f979-4e26-b283-108745b455c9 Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/epiosde-114-michael-phelps-part-dolphin-Y8MuFsZK Epiosde 11.4: Michael Phelps Part Dolphin? Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri 00:09:16 Episode 11.4: Giovanni Moceri, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz hash out the conspiracy theory that multi-gold medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps is part dolphin. Episode 11.4: Giovanni Moceri, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz hash out the conspiracy theory that multi-gold medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps is part dolphin. dna, swimming, michael phelps, olympics, conspiracy theories in sports, sports consiracy false full 51 a3e1a9d9-5cd9-4db1-9ba6-bb8db24771f5 Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-113-conspiracy-or-facts-02-western-conference-nba-finals-TcbhrpCp Episode 11.3: Conspiracy or Facts: '02 Western Conference NBA Finals Gabe Loper, Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz 00:10:44 Episode 11.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, along with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz recap the 2002 conspiracy that came from the Western Conference Finals between Lakers and Kings. Episode 11.3: Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, along with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz recap the 2002 conspiracy that came from the Western Conference Finals between Lakers and Kings. sports conspiracies, 2002 nba finals, basketball, conspiracy theory in sports, nba, lakers vs kings, western conference finals false full 52 17391119-740f-4cb3-8109-4f6487e51004 Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri, Marty Dobek, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-11-full-show-d3bUtXRr Episode 11: Full Show Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Giovanni Moceri, Marty Dobek, Gabe Loper 00:35:52 Episode 11: Full Show - Carter Lutz, discusses the role and importance the Detroit Sports Commission plays in the city with Marty Dobek, Executive Director. Gabe Loper, along with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz recap the 2002 conspiracy that came from the Western Conference Finals between Lakers and Kings. FInally, Giovanni Moceri, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz hash out the conspiracy theory that multi-gold medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps is part dolphin. Episode 11: Full Show - Carter Lutz, discusses the role and importance the Detroit Sports Commission plays in the city with Marty Dobek, Executive Director. Gabe Loper, along with Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz recap the 2002 conspiracy that came from the Western Conference Finals between Lakers and Kings. FInally, Giovanni Moceri, Cooper Schoenberg, and Carter Lutz hash out the conspiracy theory that multi-gold medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps is part dolphin. sports conspiracies, michael phelps, nba, detroit sports commission, city of detroit false full 55 ac720a0c-31b0-420b-b000-daad8dd4625a Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Marty Dobek) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-111-detroit-sports-commissions-reach-in-city-TcddVnNv Episode 11.1: Detroit Sports Commission's Reach in City Carter Lutz, Marty Dobek 00:08:22 Episode 11.1: Carter Lutz, U of Miami, discusses the role and importance the Detroit Sports Commission plays in the city with Marty Dobek, Executive Director. Episode 11.1: Carter Lutz, U of Miami, discusses the role and importance the Detroit Sports Commission plays in the city with Marty Dobek, Executive Director. detroit sports, detroit sports commission, city of detroit false full 54 f8049328-15f8-4448-9290-73197dc13648 Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Carter Lutz, Marty Dobek) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-112-detroit-sports-and-the-dsc-_4oiZ_V7 Episode 11.2: Detroit Sports and the DSC Carter Lutz, Marty Dobek 00:09:20 Episode 11.2: Carter Lutz continues the discussion with Marty Dobek and the Detroit Sports Commission. Episode 11.2: Carter Lutz continues the discussion with Marty Dobek and the Detroit Sports Commission. detroit sports, detroit sports commission, city of detroit false full 53 ef872252-db3f-459a-8ec3-0ea2c995580c Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane, Ken Daniels) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-101-reQd_ZVQ Episode 10.1: Detroit Red Wings Ken Daniels Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane, Ken Daniels 00:07:10 Episode 10.1: Cody Stedman, Saline High School and the legendary play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Red Wings, Ken Daniels, discuss how the Red Wings teams and changed over the past 28 years. Episode 10.1: Cody Stedman, Saline High School and the legendary play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Red Wings, Ken Daniels, discuss how the Red Wings teams and changed over the past 28 years. sports broadcasting, nhl, hockey, detroit red wings, play by play announcing, sportscasting false full 47 3b82063e-b489-44fa-884b-a8df5c8289be Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Steve Waterfield) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-103-behind-the-scenes-of-a-college-athletic-director-WfNkomI0 Episode 10.3: Behind the Scenes of a College Athletic Director Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane, Steve Waterfield 00:10:58 Episode 10.3: Giovanni Moceri sits down with Oakland University Athletic Director Steve Waterfield. Waterfield provides a behind-the-scenes look at running a Division 1 collegiate athletic program. Episode 10.3: Giovanni Moceri sits down with Oakland University Athletic Director Steve Waterfield. Waterfield provides a behind-the-scenes look at running a Division 1 collegiate athletic program. division 1 sports, ncaa, athletic director, oakland university false full 49 b8e3f4ca-3cee-493e-a5fb-c700db4cb3be Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Ken Daniels, Cody Stedman) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-102-detroit-red-wings-ken-daniels-part-2-rd_qqSsC Episode 10.2: Detroit Red Wings Ken Daniels Part 2 Johnny Kane, Ken Daniels, Cody Stedman 00:08:44 Episode 10.2: Cody Stedman and Ken Daniels, Detroit Red Wings, continue their conversation and focus on how the game has changed and some of his most memoriable moments. Episode 10.2: Cody Stedman and Ken Daniels, Detroit Red Wings, continue their conversation and focus on how the game has changed and some of his most memoriable moments. sports broadcasting, nhl, hockey, detroit red wings, sportscasting false full 48 cb711a35-5adb-4aa1-8353-c68e69304c6e Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-104-copper-and-carters-nba-predictions-vPhtpkkh Episode 10.4: Copper and Carter's NBA Predictions Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg 00:09:42 Episode 10.4: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz let loose with their NBA predictions. Episode 10.4: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz let loose with their NBA predictions. western conference, eastern conference, nba, nba finals, baksetball playoffs false full 50 d122cce1-9f93-4325-8d57-d461adf89a24 Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ken Daniels, Steve Waterfield, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri, Cody Stedman) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-10-full-show-cM85CyQt Episode 10: Full Show Ken Daniels, Steve Waterfield, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri, Cody Stedman 00:35:06 Episode 10: Full Show - Cody Stedman interviews Ken Daniels, play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Red Wings hockey team. Ken highlights memorable moments and how the game has changed. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate and Steve Waterfield, Oakland University Athletic Director discuss the responsibilities of the position at the Division 1 college. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz predict how things could shake out for NBA finals. Episode 10: Full Show - Cody Stedman interviews Ken Daniels, play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Red Wings hockey team. Ken highlights memorable moments and how the game has changed. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate and Steve Waterfield, Oakland University Athletic Director discuss the responsibilities of the position at the Division 1 college. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz predict how things could shake out for NBA finals. sports broadcasting, nhl, basketball, ncaa, detroit red wings, nba, oakland university, play by play announcer, division 1, college athletic director false full 46 bbc250df-ed8d-4d93-84a4-577b992488df Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Justin Kelly, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-94-building-strong-athletes-part-2-uzThuKB1 Episode 9.4: Building Strong Athletes Part 2 Justin Kelly, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper 00:07:49 Episode 9.4: Part 2 - Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. Episode 9.4: Part 2 - Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. college athletes, wayne state university, building strong athletes, strength and conditioning false full 44 816ac0be-179b-496e-af0f-25e7f737f4db Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Cody Stedman) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-9-full-show-SmyiH3iE Episode 9: Full Show Lyric Sloan, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Cody Stedman 00:35:47 Episode 9: Full Show - Cody Stedman, Senior at Saline High School, and Matt Helbig, CEO/Founder of Big River Race Management, discuss what it takes to organize and manage 5K, 10K, and marathons. They focus on the “I Ran the D” race in downtown Detroit on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, and Brooke Fletcher, Reporter for Chicago Sports Network covering the Chicago White Sox baseball team, sit down to talk about her family’s sports legacy with the Chicago White Sox organization. Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. Episode 9: Full Show - Cody Stedman, Senior at Saline High School, and Matt Helbig, CEO/Founder of Big River Race Management, discuss what it takes to organize and manage 5K, 10K, and marathons. They focus on the “I Ran the D” race in downtown Detroit on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, and Brooke Fletcher, Reporter for Chicago Sports Network covering the Chicago White Sox baseball team, sit down to talk about her family’s sports legacy with the Chicago White Sox organization. Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. sideline reporting, chicago white sox, big river management, mlb, college athletes, running, i ran the d, wayne state university, detroit, strength and conditioning false full 45 f681d3a6-0ca8-4fa1-9eb2-48c2715b24c0 Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brooke Fletcher, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-92-brooke-fletcher-at-home-with-the-white-sox-mJ9pOaSD Episode 9.2: Brooke Fletcher at Home with the White Sox Brooke Fletcher, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:12:17 Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, and Brooke Fletcher, Reporter for Chicago Sports Network, sit down to talk about her family’s sports legacy with the Chicago White Sox organization. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, and Brooke Fletcher, Reporter for Chicago Sports Network, sit down to talk about her family’s sports legacy with the Chicago White Sox organization. chicago sports network, chicago white sox, baseball, mlb, sideline reporter false full 42 8c1f76cf-3f50-4530-89bf-8befded636da Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Justin Kelly, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-93-strength-and-conditioning-for-college-athletes-part-1-csTrRtdv Episode 9.3: Strength and Conditioning for College Athletes Part 1 Justin Kelly, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper 00:06:05 Episode 9.3: Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. Episode 9.3: Gabe Loper, Junior at Wayne State University, interviews Justin Kelly, Wayne State University, Strength and Conditioning, about the many aspects of becoming an elite collegiate athlete. college athletes, healthy athlete, wayne state university, supporting the college athlete, strength and conditioning false full 43 b7edeacd-a2c6-4465-8691-43b964923ce0 Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Matt Helbig, Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-91-i-ran-the-d-supports-detroit-zWoB__3q Episode 9.1: I Ran the D Supports Detroit Matt Helbig, Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane 00:11:03 Episode 9.1: Cody Stedman, Senior at Saline High School and Matt Helbig, CEO/Founder of Big River Race Management, discuss the behind-the-scenes work that goes into organizing and managing 5K, 10K, and marathons. They highlight the “I Ran the D” race in downtown Detroit on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Episode 9.1: Cody Stedman, Senior at Saline High School and Matt Helbig, CEO/Founder of Big River Race Management, discuss the behind-the-scenes work that goes into organizing and managing 5K, 10K, and marathons. They highlight the “I Ran the D” race in downtown Detroit on Saturday, May 17, 2025. big river race management, race management, running, i ran the d, detroit, walking, road races, chad tough false full 41 0a6a3a85-32ac-4d4a-8af7-683621edc20c Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Tim McCormick, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-81-the-piston-are-back-at-work-w-tim-mccormick-yTpZkSTy Episode 8.1: The Piston Are "Back at Work" w/ Tim McCormick Tim McCormick, Johnny Kane, Giovanni Moceri 00:11:13 Episode 8.1: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University Graduate, and Tim McCormick, Mr. Basketball and Pistons analyst, talk about the current Pistons team and the fan experience. Episode 8.1: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University Graduate, and Tim McCormick, Mr. Basketball and Pistons analyst, talk about the current Pistons team and the fan experience. nba, detroit pistons, pistons, eastern conference playoffs, detroit basketball false full 36 0bf43b68-8749-492c-974e-6227c6177cc6 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lauren Jbara, Omari Sankofa, Ayden Novak, Tim McCormick, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, Jordan Morgan, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-8-full-show-ezgx8mSF Episode 8: Full Show Lauren Jbara, Omari Sankofa, Ayden Novak, Tim McCormick, Lyric Sloan, Johnny Kane, Gavin Velicevic, Jordan Morgan, Giovanni Moceri 00:36:33 Episode 8: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS asks Omari Sankofa, beat reporter for the Pistons, what it’s like behind the scenes covering the Pistons team day in and day out. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, sits down w/ Tim McCormick, Pistons analyst and former professional basketball player talk about the current Pistons team and the fan experience. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University and Lauren Jbara, Host TNT sports, discuss what it’s like covering the NBA playoffs from the sideline. Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, and Jordan Morgan, a Professional Basketball player currently playing for South Korea, discuss what it means to play professionally in Europe and Asia and his opinion on rumors that the NBA is looking to expand to Europe. Episode 8: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS asks Omari Sankofa, beat reporter for the Pistons, what it’s like behind the scenes covering the Pistons team day in and day out. Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University graduate, sits down w/ Tim McCormick, Pistons analyst and former professional basketball player talk about the current Pistons team and the fan experience. Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University and Lauren Jbara, Host TNT sports, discuss what it’s like covering the NBA playoffs from the sideline. Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS, and Jordan Morgan, a Professional Basketball player currently playing for South Korea, discuss what it means to play professionally in Europe and Asia and his opinion on rumors that the NBA is looking to expand to Europe. university of michigan, basketball, nba, detroit pistons, nba playoffs, detroit free press, detroit basketball false full 40 a51ae4a5-35c8-4b31-a1ba-6ae442049820 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jordan Morgan, Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-84-the-2-sport-in-europe-basketball-bQsVz6jx Episode 8.4: The #2 Sport in Europe - Basketball Jordan Morgan, Gavin Velicevic, Johnny Kane 00:10:57 Episode 8.4: Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS - Jordan Morgan, Professional Basketball player currently playing for South Korea. Discuss what it means to play professionally in Europe and Asia and his opinion on rumors that the NBA is looking to expand to Europe. Episode 8.4: Gavin Velicevic, De La Salle HS - Jordan Morgan, Professional Basketball player currently playing for South Korea. Discuss what it means to play professionally in Europe and Asia and his opinion on rumors that the NBA is looking to expand to Europe. university of michigan, basketball in europe, basketball in asia, nba, european basketball league false full 39 35ee9d37-f2af-4216-8661-9acdcd53f161 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Omari Sankofa, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-82-behind-the-scenes-as-an-nba-beat-reporter-sCYGSdYy Episode 8.2: Behind the Scenes as an NBA Beat Reporter Omari Sankofa, Johnny Kane, Ayden Novak 00:08:30 Episode 8.2: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS interviews Omari Sankofa, beat reporter for the Detroit Free Press covering the Pistons. Omari reveals what it’s like behind the scenes, covering the Pistons team day in and day out. Episode 8.2: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS interviews Omari Sankofa, beat reporter for the Detroit Free Press covering the Pistons. Omari reveals what it’s like behind the scenes, covering the Pistons team day in and day out. nba, detroit pistons, detroit free press, detroit basketball false full 37 b51357e3-9664-48a6-b794-79a7374a48aa Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lauren Jbara, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-83-lauren-jbara-on-the-nba-playoff-buzz-KK8IlhsR Episode 8.3: Lauren Jbara on the NBA Playoff Buzz Lauren Jbara, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:07:24 Episode 8.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, gets an earful from Lauren Jbara, Host of TNT sports, on what it’s like covering the NBA playoffs game to game. Episode 8.3: Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, gets an earful from Lauren Jbara, Host of TNT sports, on what it’s like covering the NBA playoffs game to game. michigan state university, nba, detroit pistons, nba playoffs, detroit basketball false full 38 e0acf6f5-ebe3-49c5-ab54-b12a42cdf74c Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Rob Rubik) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-72-lions-draft-discussion-w-rob-rubik-3kDrpuPF Episode 7.2: Lions Draft Discussion w/ Rob Rubik Johnny Kane, Rob Rubik 00:09:36 Episode 7.2: Johnny Kane interviews Rob Rubik, former Detroit Lions tight end and studio analyst, about the prospects and strategy for the Detroit Lions heading into the draft. Episode 7.2: Johnny Kane interviews Rob Rubik, former Detroit Lions tight end and studio analyst, about the prospects and strategy for the Detroit Lions heading into the draft. nfl draft, 2025 nfl draft, detroit lions, detroit sports false full 33 868f2114-4f4d-40e9-a27d-6060d6ff5586 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Rob Rubik, Jeff Heath, Cooper Schoenberg, Taryn Fritzsching, Dan Miller, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-7-full-show-IAnyK8Jc Episode 7: Full Show Rob Rubik, Jeff Heath, Cooper Schoenberg, Taryn Fritzsching, Dan Miller, Johnny Kane, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz 00:36:10 Gabe Loper, Wayne State, explains the history of the NFL draft. Then host Johnny Kane interviews Rob Rubick, a former Lions tight end and studio analyst on the Detroit Sports Report. Jeff Heath, former player for the Cowboys and Saints, talks to Taryn Frtizsching about his draft experience and how not getting drafted got him to the Cowboys—wrapping up the show Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview fellow sportscasters, Ryder Sloan, Gabe Loper, Taryn Fritzsching, and Dan Miller on the most talked about NFL draft predictions and what may be big surprises of the event. Gabe Loper, Wayne State, explains the history of the NFL draft. Then host Johnny Kane interviews Rob Rubick, a former Lions tight end and studio analyst on the Detroit Sports Report. Jeff Heath, former player for the Cowboys and Saints, talks to Taryn Frtizsching about his draft experience and how not getting drafted got him to the Cowboys—wrapping up the show Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview fellow sportscasters, Ryder Sloan, Gabe Loper, Taryn Fritzsching, and Dan Miller on the most talked about NFL draft predictions and what may be big surprises of the event. nfl draft, 2025 nfl draft, football, nfl draft history, detroit lions, dallas cowboys false full 31 ebe4c799-ec1c-4432-ac30-1763b17e161e Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Dan Miller, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-74-nfl-draft-predictions-and-surprises-UhSZMj7R Episode 7.4: NFL Draft Predictions and Surprises Cooper Schoenberg, Dan Miller, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, Carter Lutz 00:11:20 Episode 7.4: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz comment on predictions from fellow sportscasters Ryder Sloan, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, and Dan Miller, Voice of the Detroit Lions. Episode 7.4: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz comment on predictions from fellow sportscasters Ryder Sloan, Taryn Fritzsching, Gabe Loper, and Dan Miller, Voice of the Detroit Lions. greenbay wisconsin, 2025 nfl draft, football, detroit lions, travis hunter, dan miller, nfl draft 2025 false full 35 5aaa1967-3e8f-47bf-b779-ce2a9e5751d2 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jeff Heath, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-73-the-nfl-draft-experience-as-a-player-IHZLi7Tc Episode 7.3: The NFL Draft Experience as a Player Jeff Heath, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane 00:09:59 Episode 7.3: Taryn Fritzsching interviews Jeff Heath, former player for the Cowboys, Raiders, and Saints. Heath explains the highs and lows of the journey to the pros as an undrafted player. Episode 7.3: Taryn Fritzsching interviews Jeff Heath, former player for the Cowboys, Raiders, and Saints. Heath explains the highs and lows of the journey to the pros as an undrafted player. nfl draft, dallas cowboys, jeff heath, lake orion high school, saginaw valley state false full 34 3ed5b3fc-a23b-4884-bfc0-0bbd2bab34f3 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-71-the-history-of-the-nfl-draft-wNw_vf9Z Episode 7.1: The History of the NFL Draft Gabe Loper 00:06:50 Episode 7.1: Gabe Loper explains the history of the NFL draft and breaks down how the draft works. Episode 7.1: Gabe Loper explains the history of the NFL draft and breaks down how the draft works. nfl draft, nfl draft history false full 32 e5506970-e3d2-4704-99d3-888dec7e7d22 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-63-is-golf-a-sport-RTsW3T6k Episode 6.3: Is Golf a Sport? Johnny Kane, Brendan Mato 00:09:28 Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, dives into the question of whether golf is a sport. Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, dives into the question of whether golf is a sport. golf, high school golf, the sport of golf, life long sports false full 28 ed97389a-8519-4d79-9f4f-f0fff248aaf5 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ethan Pavey, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Giovanni Moceri) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-6-full-show-pFdSv85u Episode 6: Full Show Ethan Pavey, Brendan Mato, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan, Giovanni Moceri 00:37:07 Episode 6: Lyric Sloan interviews 10 year old author George Lathum IV about the jobs you can have working in sports. Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interviews Groves High School athletic director Ross Gauthier on the college recruiting process for high school athletes. What does that look like today? Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, discusses the ongoing argument: Is golf a sport? Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University, interviews Public Address announcer for Oakland University, Kevin Beers. They talk about reading the crowd and what goes into creating fans' favorite catch phrases that are heard in stadiums everywhere. Episode 6: Lyric Sloan interviews 10 year old author George Lathum IV about the jobs you can have working in sports. Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interviews Groves High School athletic director Ross Gauthier on the college recruiting process for high school athletes. What does that look like today? Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, discusses the ongoing argument: Is golf a sport? Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University, interviews Public Address announcer for Oakland University, Kevin Beers. They talk about reading the crowd and what goes into creating fans' favorite catch phrases that are heard in stadiums everywhere. golf, golfers, high school sports, mhsaa, college athletes, athlete recruitment, oakland university, detroit pistons, pa announcers, high school athletes false full 30 ab8fb752-0ade-49c7-9102-9bd9e2f15dbb Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (George Lathum IV, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-61-10-year-old-author-shares-love-of-sports-mqoHzn84 Episode 6.1: 10 Year Old Author Shares Love of Sports George Lathum IV, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:06:44 Episode 6.1: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interviews 10 yr old Detroit author, George Lathum IV, about his third book careers in sports. Episode 6.1: Lyric Sloan, MSU, interviews 10 yr old Detroit author, George Lathum IV, about his third book careers in sports. book author, jobs in sports, detroit pistons, detroit false full 26 d5786402-601e-448d-b1ee-4a50955e41d9 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ethan Pavey, Ross Gauthier, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-62-behind-the-scenes-of-high-school-recruiting-9Gzw_MKj Episode 6.2: Behind the Scenes of High School Recruiting Ethan Pavey, Ross Gauthier, Johnny Kane 00:10:43 Episode 6.2: Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interview Athletic Director for Groves HS, Ross Gauthier about the role of the AD in college recruiting. Episode 6.2: Ethan Pavey, Groves High School, interview Athletic Director for Groves HS, Ross Gauthier about the role of the AD in college recruiting. college sports scouts, mhsaa, nil, high school recruiting, high school athletes, athletic directors, college recruiting false full 27 bdac3b64-94df-4ea3-a4d0-03441574cb3a Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Kevin Beers, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-64-the-role-of-a-pa-announcer-1pKzu9AY Episode 6.4: The Role of a PA Announcer Kevin Beers, Giovanni Moceri, Johnny Kane 00:11:21 Episode 6.4: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University, interviews Kevin Beers, long time PA Announcer for the Oakland University Grizzles on building a connection with the fans and on the origin of "that's traveling". Episode 6.4: Giovanni Moceri, Oakland University, interviews Kevin Beers, long time PA Announcer for the Oakland University Grizzles on building a connection with the fans and on the origin of "that's traveling". pa announcer, oakland university, connecting with fans, the role of the pa announcer false full 29 a49c3c1b-52c4-4725-9a46-4e0beb5c393e Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Mike Stone) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-53-detroit-sports-talk-legend-kifrtWsl Episode 5.3: Detroit Sports Talk Legend Johnny Kane, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Mike Stone 00:13:15 Episode 5.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview Detroit sports talk legend Mike Stone "Stoney" about his start in the business and some of his favorite memories. Episode 5.3: Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview Detroit sports talk legend Mike Stone "Stoney" about his start in the business and some of his favorite memories. detroit sports talk, sports talk, 97.1 the ticket false full 24 73beb79c-0cb3-46d5-869c-f20f1b3fe379 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ben Frakes, Johnny Kane, Steve Domzalski) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-52-baseball-rule-changes-harming-players-_uIBzzXB Episode 5.2: Baseball Rule Changes Harming Players Ben Frakes, Johnny Kane, Steve Domzalski 00:08:11 Episode 5.2: Ben Frankes, Michigan State University, and Steve Domzalski, trainer for the Marlins, discuss how the changes to rules in the MLB are causing injury to players, especially pitchers. Episode 5.2: Ben Frankes, Michigan State University, and Steve Domzalski, trainer for the Marlins, discuss how the changes to rules in the MLB are causing injury to players, especially pitchers. mlb, marlins baseball, baseball players, pitch clock, rules of baseball false full 23 2bcce684-698d-4898-bd84-73ad2c60ab26 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-51-villains-why-we-love-to-hate-them-wmm23Pfp Episode 5.1: Villains, Why We Love to Hate Them? Ayden Novak, Johnny Kane 00:07:42 Episode 5.1: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion High School, shares a list of baseball's most notable villains, on and off the field. Episode 5.1: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion High School, shares a list of baseball's most notable villains, on and off the field. baseball's greatest villains, mlb, baseball players, baseball greats false full 22 3c065fcb-f833-4b4c-8184-b7f9d0c1fb1f Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Dannie Rogers, Mike Stone, Steve Domzalski, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Ben Frakes, Ayden Novak, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-5-full-show-am5G1Y9p Episode 5: Full Show Dannie Rogers, Mike Stone, Steve Domzalski, Carter Lutz, Cooper Schoenberg, Ben Frakes, Ayden Novak, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:36:32 Episode 5: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, Calls out baseball's most memorable villains and why fans love to hate them. Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, and Steve Domzalski, MLB Marlins Baseball Trainer, discuss how the change in rules helps or hurts the players in baseball, with a focus on the pitch clock and pitchers. Cooper Schoebnger, Indiana University & Carter Lutz, University of Miami – Interview legendary sports talk radio host Mike Stone “Stoney.” Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, talks with Dannie Rogers about a day in the life of a Lions sideline reporter. Episode 5: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, Calls out baseball's most memorable villains and why fans love to hate them. Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, and Steve Domzalski, MLB Marlins Baseball Trainer, discuss how the change in rules helps or hurts the players in baseball, with a focus on the pitch clock and pitchers. Cooper Schoebnger, Indiana University & Carter Lutz, University of Miami – Interview legendary sports talk radio host Mike Stone “Stoney.” Lyric Sloan, Michigan State University, talks with Dannie Rogers about a day in the life of a Lions sideline reporter. sports broadcasting, sideline reporting, michigan state university, nfl, sportscaster, baseball injuries, baseball villains, mlb, marlins baseball, indiana university, 97.1 the ticket, detroit lions, sports, lake orion high school, baseball rule changes, university of miami false full 21 1f1b6279-258a-476a-b823-6c2dadf894b6 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Dannie Rogers, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-54-the-glamorous-life-of-an-nfl-sideline-reporter-_2ef3__P Episode 5.4: The Glamorous Life of an NFL Sideline Reporter Lyric Sloan, Dannie Rogers, Johnny Kane 00:08:55 Episode 5.4: The life of a sideline reporter is intense. Lyric Sloan talks with Dannie Rogers, Detroit Lions, and reveals behind the scenes during game day as a sideline reporter. Episode 5.4: The life of a sideline reporter is intense. Lyric Sloan talks with Dannie Rogers, Detroit Lions, and reveals behind the scenes during game day as a sideline reporter. university of michigan, sports broadcasting, sideline reporting, nfl, sportscaster, football game day, detroit lions false full 25 69700048-0919-46b5-8363-c410916ce555 Thu, 3 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Allan Wylie, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-42-breaking-barriers-as-a-blind-sportscaster-iwrnExYc Episode 4.2: Breaking Barriers as a Blind Sportscaster Allan Wylie, Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane 00:10:36 Episode 4.2: Gabe Loper interviews Allan Wylie, a fellow aspiring sportscaster, on his love of sports and his amazing ability to add color commentary to a game being visually impaired. Episode 4.2: Gabe Loper interviews Allan Wylie, a fellow aspiring sportscaster, on his love of sports and his amazing ability to add color commentary to a game being visually impaired. sports broadcasting, sportscaster, wayne state university, sportscasting, rowan university false full 17 84402b1c-9ea7-401e-9687-cd28c7ed0e00 Thu, 3 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Jennifer Hammond, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-44-sportscaster-jennifer-hammond-continued-sLoXHsBZ Episode 4.4: Sportscaster, Jennifer Hammond, Continued Johnny Kane, Jennifer Hammond, Taryn Fritzsching 00:09:26 Episode 4.4: Taryn Frtizching, Troy Athens HS, continues her interview with Jennifer Hammond, Detroit sports broadcaster, also known as The Hammer. Episode 4.4: Taryn Frtizching, Troy Athens HS, continues her interview with Jennifer Hammond, Detroit sports broadcaster, also known as The Hammer. sports broadcasting, nhl, nfl, nba, mlb, fox 2 sports, detroit sports, sportscasting false full 19 ce025721-95d4-4a7f-874f-11619d752605 Thu, 3 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Ben Frakes, Taryn Fritzsching) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-full-show-EGVJ78x_ Episode 4: Full Show Gabe Loper, Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg, Ben Frakes, Taryn Fritzsching 00:36:00 Episode 4: Full Show - Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, reports on Stephen A. Smith’s new $100 million ESPN contract. Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews Allan Wylie a blind sports color commentator for college and pro sports. Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, discussing the Detroit Tigers' upcoming baseball season. Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens High School, interviews Fox 2 sports broadcaster Jennifer Hammond about her journey into broadcasting and what it is like being a woman in the industry. Episode 4: Full Show - Cooper Schoenberg, Indiana University, reports on Stephen A. Smith’s new $100 million ESPN contract. Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, interviews Allan Wylie a blind sports color commentator for college and pro sports. Ben Frakes, Michigan State University, interviews Dan Dickerson, discussing the Detroit Tigers' upcoming baseball season. Taryn Fritzsching, Troy Athens High School, interviews Fox 2 sports broadcaster Jennifer Hammond about her journey into broadcasting and what it is like being a woman in the industry. sports broadcasting, nhl, michigan state university, nfl, sports talk, nba, mlb, indiana university, fox 2 sports, wayne state university, detroit sports, detroit tigers, college sports, sportscasting, rowan university false full 20 dc3227da-d780-4f03-8084-0581e0a1560f Thu, 3 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jennifer Hammond, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Dan Dickerson, Ben Frakes) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-43-tigers-baseball-and-the-hammer-xV5JKXj_ Episode 4.3: Tigers Baseball and The Hammer Jennifer Hammond, Taryn Fritzsching, Johnny Kane, Dan Dickerson, Ben Frakes 00:11:12 Episode 4.3: Ben Frakes interviews Dan Dickerson, Voice of the Tigers, on his thoughts on this season's team. Then Taryn Fritzsching, interviews Jennifer Hammond, Fox 2, about her path to becoming the most recognized female in Detroit sports broadcasting. Episode 4.3: Ben Frakes interviews Dan Dickerson, Voice of the Tigers, on his thoughts on this season's team. Then Taryn Fritzsching, interviews Jennifer Hammond, Fox 2, about her path to becoming the most recognized female in Detroit sports broadcasting. sports broadcasting, the hammer, michigan state university, detroit tigers baseball, sportscaster, mlb, troy athens high school, fox 2, detroit sports, sportscasting false full 18 fb5f3eb7-2d40-48ab-ac06-f1a913624d6c Thu, 3 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-the-100m-man-stephen-a-smith-_LqW832_ Episode 4.1: The $100M Man, Stephen A Smith Johnny Kane, Cooper Schoenberg 00:06:54 Episode 4.1: Copper Schoenberg, remarks on the state of sports broadcasting with the announcement of ESPN's, Stephen A Smith, new contract. Episode 4.1: Copper Schoenberg, remarks on the state of sports broadcasting with the announcement of ESPN's, Stephen A Smith, new contract. sports broadcasting, media contract deals, espn, stephen a smith, sports talk, sportscasting false full 16 03c88ea1-4c66-4a73-a852-02086d21084c Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ayden Novak, Kristi Dosh, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-33-the-athletes-nil-playbook-Q_PKIH2P Episode 3.3: The Athlete's NIL Playbook Ayden Novak, Kristi Dosh, Johnny Kane 00:09:00 Episode 3.3: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, had the unique opportunity to talk with Kristi Dosh, author of The Athlete's NIL Playbook, about why this book is so important for today's HS and college athletes and key points athletes should consider when being offered and NIL deal. Episode 3.3: Ayden Novak, Lake Orion HS, had the unique opportunity to talk with Kristi Dosh, author of The Athlete's NIL Playbook, about why this book is so important for today's HS and college athletes and key points athletes should consider when being offered and NIL deal. the athlete's nil playbook, name image likeness, college athletes, nil, kristi dosh, high school athletes, college sports false full 13 e6eebea8-dde2-44b6-81bc-346d63d40e13 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Ben Frakes, Dan Dickerson, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-31-dan-dickerson-remembers-ernie-harwell-dHGUx_ml Episode 3.1 Dan Dickerson Remembers Ernie Harwell Ben Frakes, Dan Dickerson, Johnny Kane 00:09:45 Episode 3.1: Ben Frakes, MSU, talks with Dan Dickerson, Voice of Tigers Baseball, about his first time working with the one and only Ernie Harwell. Episode 3.1: Ben Frakes, MSU, talks with Dan Dickerson, Voice of Tigers Baseball, about his first time working with the one and only Ernie Harwell. ernie harwell, detroit tigers baseball, mlb, dan dickerson, tigers baseball, sportscasting false full 11 38ff289d-e22c-4f67-8e8f-2ebd74ffe294 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Dusty May, Ryder Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-34-dusty-may-turns-around-michigan-basketball-OiVQl8tC Episode 3.4: Dusty May Turns Around Michigan Basketball Dusty May, Ryder Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:09:00 Episode 3.4: Ryder Sloan shares his thoughts about Michigan basketball Head Coach Dusty May's approach to coaching and how he has turned this team around. Episode 3.4: Ryder Sloan shares his thoughts about Michigan basketball Head Coach Dusty May's approach to coaching and how he has turned this team around. university of michigan, national champs, ncaa basketball, michigan basketball, march madness, dusty may, big ten basketball false full 14 c75effc2-4b59-4bd5-a3e3-28cbe32cb76d Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane, Ryder Sloan, Ayden Novak, Ben Frakes) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-3-full-show-_Kd12WWJ Episode 3: Full Show Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane, Ryder Sloan, Ayden Novak, Ben Frakes 00:36:13 Episode 3: This weeks, aspiring sportscasters interview Dan Dickerson, Voice of the Tigers, Jamie Edmonds, WJR co-host, author Kristi Dosh, and Dusty May. Episode 3: This weeks, aspiring sportscasters interview Dan Dickerson, Voice of the Tigers, Jamie Edmonds, WJR co-host, author Kristi Dosh, and Dusty May. ernie harwell, university of michigan, the athletes nil playbook, sports broadcasting, ncaa, sportscaster, university of michigan basketball, wdiv, name image likeness, mlb, radio, detroit tigers, wjr 760am false full 15 f7fb67db-e983-42d8-b541-73526a22a4a8 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jamie Edmonds, Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-32-jamie-edmonds-path-to-sports-broadcasting-kd02rRzA Episode 3.2 Jamie Edmonds Path to Sports Broadcasting Jamie Edmonds, Cody Stedman, Johnny Kane 00:10:17 Episode 3.2: Cody Stedman, Saline HS, talks with Jamie Edmonds, Sportscaster at WDIV and WJR talk show co-host about her love of sports including a National Championship win in figure skating to a welcomed voice as a Detroit sportscaster and talk show co-host. Episode 3.2: Cody Stedman, Saline HS, talks with Jamie Edmonds, Sportscaster at WDIV and WJR talk show co-host about her love of sports including a National Championship win in figure skating to a welcomed voice as a Detroit sportscaster and talk show co-host. sports broadcasting, northwestern university, wdiv, detroit sports, wjr 760am, sportscasting false full 12 0cb64252-5b98-4d31-a3c4-1f7104883a3c Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:05:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Dan Miller, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-23-lyric-sloan-and-dan-miller-continue-the-conversation-j8DWDUu_ Episode 2.3 Lyric Sloan and Dan Miller Continue the Conversation Dan Miller, Johnny Kane, Lyric Sloan 00:11:04 Episode 2.3 Lyric Sloan continues her interview with Dan Miller, Voice of the Lions, as they highlight some of Dan's favorite moments with the Lions and gives advice to aspiring sports broadcasters. Episode 2.3 Lyric Sloan continues her interview with Dan Miller, Voice of the Lions, as they highlight some of Dan's favorite moments with the Lions and gives advice to aspiring sports broadcasters. michigan state university, voice of the lions, lions football, sports braodcasting, aspiring sportscasters, detroit lions, play by play calling false full 9 0d5b815a-c935-46ae-9ac4-b5df1ec8512f Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jeff Sloan, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-21-sportscastercom-what-is-it-ov5iLuBQ Episode 2.1 SportsCaster.com What Is It? Jeff Sloan, Johnny Kane 00:04:48 Episode 2.1 Johnny Kane and Jeff Sloan discuss what SportCaster.com is and what opportunities it is providing for aspiring sportscasters. Episode 2.1 Johnny Kane and Jeff Sloan discuss what SportCaster.com is and what opportunities it is providing for aspiring sportscasters. sports broadcasting, sportscaster, sportscasting false full 7 939cec86-fd7c-44c5-a08b-1b6c36425d7a Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-2-full-show-6Z03g0jV Episode 2 Full Show Johnny Kane 00:36:34 Episode 2: SportsCaster's Lyric Sloan, Student at Michigan State University, and Brendan Mato, Senior at Catholic Central HS, interview Dan Miller, Voice of the Lions, and Rick Chryst, Dietz Sports and Entertainment. Johnny Kane hosts. Episode 2: SportsCaster's Lyric Sloan, Student at Michigan State University, and Brendan Mato, Senior at Catholic Central HS, interview Dan Miller, Voice of the Lions, and Rick Chryst, Dietz Sports and Entertainment. Johnny Kane hosts. dietz sports and entertainment, sports broadcasting, michigan state university, catholic central high school, voice of the lions, lions football, detroit lions, sportscasting false full 6 f6950978-068c-42a2-b62d-a1ceedab0e44 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Lyric Sloan, Dan Miller, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-22-lyric-sloan-interviews-dan-miller-voice-of-lions-football-Lc3WOcWp Episode 2.2 Lyric Sloan Interviews Dan Miller Voice of Lions Football Lyric Sloan, Dan Miller, Johnny Kane 00:07:26 Episode 2.2 Lyric Sloan interviews Dan Miller, Detroit Lions, about his journey as a sports broadcaster for Maryland to Michigan. Episode 2.2 Lyric Sloan interviews Dan Miller, Detroit Lions, about his journey as a sports broadcaster for Maryland to Michigan. michigan state university, detroit lions football, voice of the lions, detroit lions false full 8 e145b197-171c-4dc4-ac9a-170001c8d1d4 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Brendan Mato, Rick Chryst, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-24-brendan-mato-interviews-rick-chryst-dietz-sports-eCRKzUE3 Episode 2.4 Brendan Mato Interviews Rick Chryst, Dietz Sports Brendan Mato, Rick Chryst, Johnny Kane 00:14:30 Episode 2.4 Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, interviews Rick Chryst, Dietz Sports and Entertainment. They discuss the changing dynamics of sports in the city of Detroit. Episode 2.4 Brendan Mato, Catholic Central High School, interviews Rick Chryst, Dietz Sports and Entertainment. They discuss the changing dynamics of sports in the city of Detroit. mac conference, detroit michigan, catholic central high school, university of notre dame, detroit sports, detroit sports commission false full 10 9f6b918c-a224-47ce-8716-46ed0a335ec3 Thu, 6 Mar 2025 02:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gavin Velicevic, Grace Moot, Dan Rohn) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode13-how-are-nil-dealings-affecting-high-school-athletes-y6w57nJ4 Episode1.3 How Are NIL Dealings Affecting High School Athletes? Gavin Velicevic, Grace Moot, Dan Rohn 00:09:25 Gavin Velicevic discusss the impact of NIL at the high school level. Interviews with Grace Moot, North Central College and Dan Rohn, Athletic Director De La Salle High School. Gavin Velicevic discusss the impact of NIL at the high school level. Interviews with Grace Moot, North Central College and Dan Rohn, Athletic Director De La Salle High School. nil at the high school level, de la salle high school, pay to play, name image likeness, northcentral college, nil, high school athletes false full 4 a6eb747a-f99e-45f7-b349-b9409b62c71b Thu, 6 Mar 2025 02:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Gabe Loper) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode14-sports-video-games-impact-on-sports-fms4FTJO Episode1.4 Sports Video Games Impact on Sports Gabe Loper 00:10:05 Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the impact video games specifically sports video games like Madden have on fans and athletes. Gabe Loper, Wayne State University, discuss the impact video games specifically sports video games like Madden have on fans and athletes. ea sports, madden, video games, sports video games false full 5 cf78b835-1df7-44b2-b4ae-9b630c8a170c Thu, 6 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode12-heres-johnny-_033UWRX Episode1.2 Here's Johnny! Cooper Schoenberg, Carter Lutz, Johnny Kane 00:09:39 Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview Johnny Kane on his journey as a sportscaster and have him share some of his favorite interview moments. Cooper Schoenberg and Carter Lutz interview Johnny Kane on his journey as a sportscaster and have him share some of his favorite interview moments. indiana university, detroit pistons, next generation sportscasters, detroit sports, detroit tigers, aspiring sports broadcasters, university of miami false full 3 467e0270-2dec-46db-acaf-24e16075217a Thu, 6 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Jeff Sloan, Kristin Kujawa, Johnny Kane) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/episode11-welcome-to-sportscasters-open-mic-HTQt_FhS Episode1.1 Welcome to SportsCaster's Open Mic Jeff Sloan, Kristin Kujawa, Johnny Kane 00:07:56 Welcome to SportsCaster's Open Mic with your host Johnny Kane! Open Mic is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics will cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, including interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. Welcome to SportsCaster's Open Mic with your host Johnny Kane! Open Mic is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics will cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, including interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. sports broadcasting, aspiring sport broadcasters, sportscasters, open mic, detroit sports false full 1 2cf9f323-43ff-4a21-bb73-58e9a2106303 Thu, 6 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/sportscaster-open-mic-debut-episode-iyjqViiN SportsCaster Open Mic ~ Debut Episode Cumulus Media 00:38:00 March 5, 2025 ~ In the inaugural episode of "Open Mic," Johnny Kane and his co-hosts talk about the impact of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) on high school athletes and the influence of video games on sports fandom. We also get an inside look at Johnny's journey in sports media. Student journalists for this episode include Cooper Schoenberg from Indiana University, Carter Lutz from the University of Miami, Gavin Velesovic of De La Salle Collegiate, and Gabe Loper of Wayne State University. March 5, 2025 ~ In the inaugural episode of "Open Mic," Johnny Kane and his co-hosts talk about the impact of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) on high school athletes and the influence of video games on sports fandom. We also get an inside look at Johnny's journey in sports media. Student journalists for this episode include Cooper Schoenberg from Indiana University, Carter Lutz from the University of Miami, Gavin Velesovic of De La Salle Collegiate, and Gabe Loper of Wayne State University. false full 2 dfff2bb7-58ac-4491-9cbb-98b07d873048 Mon, 3 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Johnny Kane, Jeff Sloan) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/sportscasters-open-mic-trailer-EXGk9I7t SportsCaster's Open Mic Trailer Johnny Kane, Jeff Sloan 00:00:53 WJR 760AM and SportsCaster Media, LLC (SportsCaster.com) are proud to announce the launch of “SportsCaster’s Open Mic,” a dynamic new weekly sports talk show designed to amplify fresh voices in sports broadcasting. Hosted by acclaimed sportscaster Johnny Kane, the show will air Wednesdays from 8-9 p.m. ET on WJR. Each episode will also be available as a videocast on SportsCaster.com. “SportsCaster’s Open Mic” provides a platform for the next generation of sports broadcasters, offering new perspectives on the latest headlines and behind-the-scenes insights into the world of sports. The program will feature a rotating lineup of aspiring student sportscasters, giving them the opportunity to showcase their talents on one of the most prominent stations in Michigan. WJR 760AM and SportsCaster Media, LLC (SportsCaster.com) are proud to announce the launch of “SportsCaster’s Open Mic,” a dynamic new weekly sports talk show designed to amplify fresh voices in sports broadcasting. Hosted by acclaimed sportscaster Johnny Kane, the show will air Wednesdays from 8-9 p.m. ET on WJR. Each episode will also be available as a videocast on SportsCaster.com. “SportsCaster’s Open Mic” provides a platform for the next generation of sports broadcasters, offering new perspectives on the latest headlines and behind-the-scenes insights into the world of sports. The program will feature a rotating lineup of aspiring student sportscasters, giving them the opportunity to showcase their talents on one of the most prominent stations in Michigan. sports broadcasting, sportscaster, sports lovers, aspiring sportscasters false full 1 6e260f6b-6629-4a17-8c2d-203b9403de1b Mon, 3 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://open-mic.simplecast.com/episodes/open-mic-premiers-wednesday-march-5-2025-UT5Q_bzd Open Mic ~ Premiers Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Cumulus Media 00:00:15 "Open Mic" is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, told through interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. SportsCaster.com provides sports fans and aspiring sportscasters the opportunity to participate in sports broadcasting. To learn more, visit SportsCaster.com. "Open Mic" is a groundbreaking show featuring fresh perspectives from the next generation of aspiring sports broadcasters. Show topics cover a wide range of subject matter relating to sports, told through interviews with coaches, athletes, and industry leaders. SportsCaster.com provides sports fans and aspiring sportscasters the opportunity to participate in sports broadcasting. To learn more, visit SportsCaster.com. false trailer