Episode 18 of the Eastern Insider Podcast dives into the thriving momentum across Eastern Michigan athletics as the spring sports season begins. Hosts Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner discuss the men’s basketball team’s recent three-game winning streak under Coach Stan Heath, marking their best MAC start since 2017. Women’s basketball battles adversity while gearing up for Alumni Weekend and the annual “Play4Kay” game. Lacrosse head coach Maddie Dugan shares her ambitious vision for the program, bolstered by star Mackenzie Blackwell, as they aim for a MAC title in just their second season. On the baseball diamond, fiery leader Giano Zuccaro reflects on his journey, leadership role, and the team's championship aspirations. With excitement building across programs, EMU athletics is poised for a standout spring.

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Episode 17 of the Eastern Insider podcast delivered a mix of humor, inspiration, and athletic highlights. Hosts Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner celebrated EMU men’s basketball’s gritty win at Bowling Green and shared insights into standout performances and upcoming challenges. Assistant coach Jay Smith reflected on his illustrious career, from recruiting the Fab Five to coaching alongside his son. Gymnastics star Priya Karle recounted the team’s thrilling win at the Golden Girls Classic and previewed the Purple Meet, raising awareness for epilepsy.

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Episode 16 of the Eastern Insider Podcast featured Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner recapping EMU's basketball seasons and upcoming conference matchups. The men's team aims for defensive improvements as they face Central Michigan and Bowling Green, while the women's team prepares for Buffalo after a narrow loss to Akron. Sisi Eleko celebrated her 1,000th career point and shared her journey in a heartfelt interview, while Hall of Fame coach Ben Braun reflected on his coaching legacy, the challenges of modern college basketball, and EMU's rich athletic tradition.

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In Episode 15 of Eastern Insider, Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner celebrated Eastern Michigan women’s basketball’s electrifying comeback win over Xavier, flipping a 20-point halftime deficit into a commanding victory fueled by stellar defense and Elena Cabello’s clutch shooting. The show also featured Nick Smith, Director of Compliance, discussing the intricacies of transfer portal management and the evolving world of college athletics, as well as Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee, who shared insights on NIL, facility upgrades, and the importance of Giving TrueDay in fostering community support. Additionally, updates on EMU men's basketball, standout players, and strategic goals for EMU sports rounded out the engaging episode.

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Episode 14 of the Eastern Insider Podcast dives into an exciting Feast Week for EMU Athletics, highlighted by critical basketball and football matchups. The men’s basketball team builds momentum with a Metro Series victory, while the women look to rebound against Detroit Mercy. Football takes center stage with a high-stakes rivalry game against Western Michigan, where bowl eligibility and the Michigan MAC Trophy hang in the balance. Defensive lineman Joey Zelinsky shares his inspiring journey from adversity to leadership, while head coach Chris Creighton emphasizes resilience and the emotional weight of the season’s finale.

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Episode 13 of The Eastern Insider Podcast dives into Eastern Michigan football’s high-stakes Senior Night game against Buffalo, highlighting the emotional significance for 12 seniors playing their final home game. Hosts Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner discuss the Eagles’ challenges, including the weather, turnovers, and Buffalo’s strong form, while exploring the added intrigue of quarterback Cole Snyder facing his former team. Segments include sophomore guard Arne Osojnik reflecting on his development and EMU basketball’s upcoming season, and Head Coach Chris Creighton previewing the game and celebrating senior contributions. The episode captures the passion, resilience, and camaraderie driving EMU athletics forward.

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In Episode 12 of Eastern Insider, Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner cover an action-packed week for EMU sports. They preview Wednesday night’s high-stakes MAC showdown with Ohio, a rare matchup as the Bobcats return to EMU for the first time since 2016. Helmer and Steiner analyze Ohio’s recent dominance, EMU’s fourth-quarter challenges, and the keys to victory. Beyond football, the episode features CFL star and EMU alum Jake Julien, who just set a North American punting record, and Sisi Eleko, a talented basketball transfer from Canisius, whose connection with Coach Sahar Nusseibeh has fueled her drive to elevate EMU women’s basketball.

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Episode 11 of Eastern Insider kicks off with hosts Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner playfully framing the night’s big decision—not a political vote, but a choice between EMU men’s and women’s basketball. With the men's team debuting on the road and the women hosting, the hosts dive into the latest on both rosters, including Head Coach Stan Heath's optimism about his rebuilt squad’s chemistry and competitive edge. Coach Chris Creighton joins to break down EMU football's recent nail-biting loss to Toledo, sharing his strategic mindset and preparations for the next game. With volleyball, basketball, and football all in action, Helmer and Steiner keep fans primed for an exciting week in Eagle sports.

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In Episode 10 of the Eastern Insider, hosts Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner kick off with a Halloween-themed chat, sharing costume plans and candy favorites before welcoming first-year women’s basketball head coach Sahar Nusseibeh, who discusses team unity and goals for the upcoming season, and head football coach Chris Creighton, who reflects on last week’s loss and previews the rivalry game against Toledo while balancing football with family life during the Halloween season.

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In Episode 9 of Eastern Insider, Tom Helmer and Greg Steiner break down Eastern Michigan’s stunning comeback victory over Central Michigan, overcoming a 99.6% losing probability to secure the win. They highlight quarterback Cole Snyder's calm, dual-threat performance, emphasizing his emerging leadership. A conversation with former coach Jim Harkema provides insights into his transformational tenure and the 1987 bowl triumph, while current head coach Chris Creighton reflects on the recent victory and previews the critical matchup against Akron. The episode closes with updates on EMU athletics, underscoring the team's bowl eligibility chase and promising basketball and volleyball seasons.

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