Larry Dougherty is the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Strategic Communications at Temple University. He’s been at Temple for some two decades and he came to the Owls after spending 15 years in a similar position at his alma mater Saint Joseph’s University.

In Episode #155 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt welcomes Dougherty in studio to talk about his career in college athletic communications. They talk about how he got into the business, what it takes to succeed in it and what he loves about it.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Terry Toohey is an assistant sports editor and sports writer for the Delaware County Daily Times. He has been with the paper since 1981, and if it has happened in Delaware County sports over the last 40+ years, chances are he has covered it.

In Episode #154 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt talks with Toohey about his career in sports writing. They look back on his time with the Daily Times, talk about how he got into the business, and much, much more.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Michiel Bartman is settling into his first year as the head women’s rowing coach at Thomas Jefferson University. He joined the Rams after serving as an assistant coach at Temple. As a competitor, Bartman won three Olympic medals, including a gold, while a member of the Dutch National Team.

In Episode #153 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt talks with Bartman about coming on board with the Rams. They also look back at his Olympic experiences, discuss why the Philadelphia rowing scene is special and much more.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Brian O’Keefe was a star catcher at Saint Joseph’s University. His success on Hawk Hill led to him getting drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2014. After climbing the minor league ladder for years and switching organizations, he made his Major League Baseball debut and got his first big league hit in 2022 with the Seattle Mariners.

In Episode #152 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt talks with O’Keefe about his career in baseball. They talk about the amazing 48 hours that included his big league call up, a playoff clinching celebration and his first MLB hit. They also look back at his time with the Hawks and talk about the impact SJU head coach Fritz Hamburg had on his career.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

William Thomas was one of the best linebackers in recent Eagles history. He spent nine years with the Birds after being drafted in the 4th round in 1991 out of Texas A & M. During his career in Philadelphia, he consistently played at a high level and was the rare linebacker who could truly do it all.
In Episode #151 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt speaks with Thomas about his career in the NFL. They also discuss what he is doing now, relive some of his favorite memories from his days with the Eagles and also talk about the controversial game that proved to be the last in his NFL career.
 "1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Ben Feld is the head men’s golf coach at his alma mater, Drexel University. It is a role he has held since 2016. During the 2021-22 season, he led the Dragons to victories in three events and a third-place finish at the Colonial Athletic Association Championships. Feld also is excelling on the links in his own right as this past summer he qualified for and played in the 122nd U.S. Amateur.

In Episode #150 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt welcomes Feld in studio to discuss his career. They talk about his recent run in U.S. Amateur, his career as a golfer at Drexel, how he got into coaching and much more.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

John Yurkow has been the head baseball coach at the University of Pennsylvania since 2013. Prior to taking things over, he served as an assistant for the Quakers for seven years. On his watch, Penn has consistently been one of the Ivy League's top programs.

In Episode #149 of "1-On-1 With Matt Leon," Matt speaks with Yurkow about his career. They look back at his playing days in college at Rowan University, talk about how he got into coaching, discuss his favorite part of the job and much more.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Dan Dougherty is the head coach of the varsity girls basketball team at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School in Plymouth Meeting. On his watch, the program has been one of the best in the state. That success has been punctuated this past season by a 34-0 record and a PIAA Class 6A State Championship. In Episode #148 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt speaks with Dougherty about his career. They talk about that state title, how he got into coaching, how much he enjoys watching his players go on to college, and much more.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Shannon Padula is preparing for her second season as the head softball coach at Division III Neumann University. She arrived in Aston, PA after five seasons as the head coach at the University of the Sciences. Prior to coaching, Padula was a star player, spending four years as one of the greatest pitchers in the history of West Chester University.

In Episode #147 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt welcomes Padula in studio to talk about her career in softball. They look back at her playing days, talk about how she got into coaching, and reflect on the road that led her to Neumann."

1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.

Kim Wilson is an institution at Division III Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. Heading into her 27th season, she has led the Profs to 836 wins, eight New Jersey Athletic Conference titles, and 18 appearances in the NCAA Tournament.

In Episode #146 of “1-on-1 with Matt Leon,” Matt speaks with Wilson about her incredibly successful career. They talk about what got her into coaching, how she came to Rowan, and look back at some of her favorite memories with the Profs.

"1-on-1 with Matt Leon" is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on Twitter @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @MattLeon1060.