Episode 15 of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE begins with Greg Steiner and Elena Davis breaking down what they called “a lot of W’s” across Eastern Michigan, led by the men’s basketball team’s road upset at Cincinnati, the program’s first Power Conference road victory in a decade. The hosts joke about Steiner’s prediction and detail the scheduling quirks, late-night travel, and quick holiday turnaround that framed back-to-back wins before previewing upcoming matchups with Butler and Cleary. They highlight the women’s team’s strong start and set up two major interviews, including point guard Ainhoa Cea discussing her move from Spain and her growing impact, and President James Smith reflecting on his decade of leadership, community ties, and upcoming retirement. The segment closes with reminders about Giving Tuesday, football signing da,y and Friday’s basketball doubleheader.

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Episode 14 previews Eastern Michigan’s rivalry game with Western Michigan. Greg Steiner and Elena Davis outline postseason paths, review Western’s last MAC title trip, and set up EMU’s senior night stakes. They cover football promotions, recent basketball results, and the episode’s interviews. Chris Creighton details late season growth, senior leadership, and Western’s challenge. Ruby Brannon describes her move from Australia, her adjustment to American basketball, and the support from EMU’s international roster.

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The latest Eastern Insider episode centers on in-depth conversations with swimmer Lucy Noble and head football coach Chris Creighton, who reflected on leadership, daily routines, and his 200th career win.

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The Eastern Insider Podcast powered by DTE put the spotlight on two standout voices from Eastern Michigan athletics. Head football coach Chris Creighton broke down the Eagles’ 27-21 victory over Bowling Green, crediting improved physical play and a renewed focus on fundamentals during the bye week for the team’s strong finish. He praised his players’ discipline and resilience, pointing to key moments like Ronn Hardin’s game-clinching sack and Noah Kim’s second-half turnaround. Later, senior swimmer and team captain Ali Kudo shared her journey balancing neuroscience studies with the demands of Division I competition. She reflected on leading through injury, finding motivation in her teammates, and how communication and empathy define her approach to leadership.

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The Eastern Insider highlights football coach Chris Creighton’s message on accountability, along with Standard Printing’s Steve Dobrovich and his long record of support for EMU.

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The latest Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE delivered equal parts fun and insight as hosts Greg Steiner and Elena Davis opened the Halloween-themed episode with lighthearted banter before diving into Eastern Michigan’s busy athletic slate. The duo reflected on football’s narrow loss to Ohio and the team’s need to recharge before facing Bowling Green, while spotlighting soccer’s crucial 3-2 win over Northern Illinois and volleyball’s reverse sweep of Buffalo to stay in MAC contention. With basketball season tipping off, men’s head coach Stan Heath outlined his program’s new “PITT” identity built on pace, intensity, toughness, and togetherness, while women’s head coach Sahar Nusseibeh emphasized leadership, international talent, and a “road warrior” mindset entering year two

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The latest episode of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE showcased a week of determination and progress across Eastern Michigan athletics. Hosts Greg Steiner and Elena Davis opened with updates on EMU soccer’s key win over Akron that kept the Eagles in MAC Tournament contention and volleyball’s upcoming series against Buffalo. The spotlight centered on senior setter and captain Ashlynn Belcher, who shared her story of transferring from Old Dominion and immediately earning her teammates’ respect as a leader. Belcher reflected on her growth, her father’s influence as a former Major League pitcher, and her appreciation for the team she calls her favorite of her career. The show also previewed EMU football’s return to Rynearson Stadium for a pivotal matchup against defending MAC champion Ohio, part of a packed Made in the Mitten and Band Day celebration expected to draw more than 1,100 band members to campus.

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Episode 8 of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE highlighted Eastern Michigan football’s defensive surge, previewed the Miami matchup, and celebrated Hall of Fame inductees John Bowler and Nikki Knapp.

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Eastern Michigan’s latest Eastern Insider Podcast mixed football grit with volleyball leadership. Head Coach Chris Creighton praised his team’s aggressive mindset and offensive improvement despite an overtime loss at Buffalo, while previewing Saturday’s Car Show Game against Northern Illinois. On the volleyball court, junior captain Surabhi Srinivasan shared how she transitioned from a limited role early in her career to becoming a trusted leader voted in by her teammates. She discussed her growth, balance between humor and focus, and the pride she feels representing EMU both on the court and in the classroom.

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Episode 6 of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE featured Coach Chris Creighton’s candid thoughts on EMU’s loss at Central Michigan, Alumni Achievement Award winner Anthony Tomey’s journey from the baseball mound to the business world, and updates across fall sports.

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