The Dave LewAllen Podcast

#basketball #NBA #camps #DetroitPistons

0:00 Introduction 

1:31 on Pistons exceeding expectations again 

2:54 Pistons could win fewer games next season but be a better team 

3:54 on Cade Cunningham and his growth 

6:02 on the Pistons young core 

11:54 Greg on what the Pistons need going forward 

17:52 credit to former GM Troy Weaver on franchise building blocks 

19:40 on the idea of making a big off season splash 

22:54 Greg on his annual basketball camps for boys and girls 

26:05 on George Blaha's 50 years calling games and Hall of Fame recognition 

30:01 END 

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Matt Elliott: 

https://www.bluelakeideas.com

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction 

01:44 Becoming overloaded in his work 

03:19 The number one leadership challenge today 

04:04 Matt on his statement: "You Can Do Anything. Not Everything." 

05:55 On business leaders being overloaded 

08:45 How leaders are looked at as having all the answers 

10:52 On disruptions in business and managing those 

13:46 The impact of AI on business going forward 

16:34 His thoughts on Higher Education in this country 

18:00 Serving as co-chair of Michigan State University's Green and White Council 

19:50 MSU's investment in Detroit 

21:13 On Detroit's progress and its future 

23:07 Challenges the state of Michigan is facing 25:42 

On being a first time author 

27:42 His work with Blue Lake Ideas 

29:12 End 

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On this episode, Tram discusses 21-year old Kevin McGonigle's impressive start with the Tigers and this year's team, while also reflecting on his own 20 year playing career. It's a terrific 'talking baseball' episode with one of the very best to do it in Detroit. Enjoy the conversation!

#baseball #baseballhalloffame #detroittigers

:00 Introduction 

:01:52 On Kevin McGonigle's impressive start 

09:44 Reflects on his first MLB game in September of 1977 

12:12 Trammell on Lou Whitaker and the Baseball Hall of Fame 

17:12 On Kirk Gibson, his Parkinson's battle and their friendship 

19:55 The bond of teammates and life long friendships 

22:35 The influence of Sparky Anderson on his career and the team in Detroit 

27:36 Tram's take on the 2026 Tigers team 

30:17 End of show 

Alan Trammell MLB stats:

https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/trammal01.shtml

Detroit Tigers:

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Klint Pleasant enjoyed a hall of fame career as a college coach. His teams at RCU never had a losing season. His coaching record of 328-116, included two USCAA national championships at the school.

Pleasant was named coach of the Warriors in 2011, taking over for his legendary coaching father, Garth, following his 38 years at the school.

Dr. Pleasant also served RCU as senior vice president and special assistant to the President.

He was inducted into the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) in the fall of 2025.

Enjoy the conversation as he reflects of his years in coaching and his new leadership role on the west side of the state. 

#collegebasketball #michigan #podcasts 

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Rochester Christian University: https://rcu.edu 

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The United States Professional Baseball League has a development model that allows players to chase their dream of playing in the major leagues even though they were not drafted. And it's working! Join us for the conversation! 

#baseball #michigan #podcast 

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:00 Introduction

:50 on winning 4th national title in five years

1:51 Ferris State's incredible run of success

2:32 what made the 2025 team special]

5:40 level of talent recruited by Ferris State

8:42 on Trinidad Chambliss, his growth at FSU and transfer to Ole Miss

22:27 other coaching opportunities for Annese

25:26 considerations in staying at Ferris State

28:00 selling recruits on Ferris State

29:30 end

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Having toured the 60,000 square foot facility, I am can say without question it will be recognized as the country club of pickleball facilities in Michigan.

On this episode, Dee Geelhood, director of Pickleball operations, and Jennifer Posh, events manager, go into detail on the offerings inside Greystone's 60,000 square foot facility, including multiple bars and food service areas as well as the large, second floor event space that is available for corporate events, meetings and parties.

Greystone Pickleball Club:

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January 5, 2026 ~ Sam Klemet, the executive director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, and Todd Szott, the show chair, join me to discuss what new and exciting this year. The show opens on January 14 and runs through January 25 at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. The Charity Preview, which benefits six children's charities in southeast Michigan is set for Friday, January 16. Singer Robin Thicke headlines the musical entertainment at the black tie Motor City gala.

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December 23, 2025 ~ The University of Michigan basketball team is unbeaten through its first 11 games and ranked second in the nation. In addition to hosting a new podcast, "Go Blue Hoops," Tim McCormick also works as an analyst for NBC Sports, continuing his long association with the game he loves. He played eight seasons in the NBA and then spent years working with the NBA Players Association. Tim shares his wealth of knowledge and some great stories on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast!

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