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Molly Lipton is the founder of Level Up Athlete Recruiting. She helps high school athletes get to college for sports and works with current college and professional athletes in the NIL space.

Molly talks about betting on herself, the biggest misconception families have about college recruiting, why even elite athletes need someone in their corner, why athletes need to plan for life after the game, and her message to the next generation.

Find Molly on Instagram at @levelup_athlete_recruiting or at levelupathleterecruiting.com.

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Michael Baysdell, Director of K-12 Relations at Macomb Community College, joins Beyond the Game to talk about dual enrollment: what it is, who it's for, and how families can get started. Baysdell was a dual enrollment student himself, and he shares how it changed his path.

In this episode:
• Why only about 7% of Michigan students use dual enrollment, compared with 45% in Indiana
• How one Macomb County student earned an associate degree before graduating high school
• Why dual enrollment is no longer just for top students
• What student athletes should know
• Why planning should start in middle school

Families can contact Macomb's Office of K-12 Relations at 586-349-8712, [email protected], or www.Macomb.edu.

0:00 Welcome to Beyond the Game
1:00 Michael's own dual enrollment story
4:07 College classes as a high school student
5:22 Michigan at 7%, Indiana at 45%
6:38 An associate degree before high school graduation
9:42 Dual enrollment is for everyone
12:12 Student athletes and the Peyton Manning path
13:15 Where families should start
15:04 How navigators support students
17:29 How dual enrollment shaped his career
21:30 How to contact Macomb K-12 Relations
25:03 Words for the next generation

This is Beyond the Game: Education Pathways, presented by Tunnel Vision Network.
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At 10 years old, Ned told himself he would go learn about the world and come back to work on his community. He kept that promise. Ned talks about growing up on Detroit's northwest side, the "two years" in business that turned into ten in Chicago and London, and how a grad school email led him into economic development.

He also shares how TechTown raised and gave out $1.2 million to about 7,000 small businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park in the first weeks of the pandemic, why he believes Michigan needs to stop chasing jobs that aren't coming back, and his honest advice for young leaders: "I am wrong every day, and that makes me a better leader."

Learn more about TechTown: techtowndetroit.org
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Beyond the Game: Economic Development is presented by Tunnel Vision Network.

Nathan Ohle, President and CEO of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), joins Beyond the Game to talk about where economic development is headed as IEDC celebrates 100 years. He breaks down what the world's largest network of economic developers actually does, why the field can't afford to work in silos, and why he believes this is one of the best times for young people to step in and build something.In this episode:• What IEDC offers, from its annual conference and leadership summit to its courses and certifications• How data centers, entrepreneurship and small business are reshaping the work• Why collaboration across cities, states, universities and the private sector matters more than ever• Nathan's message to emerging leaders: someone is willing to help youLearn more at iedconline.orgThis is Beyond the Game: Economic Development, presented by Tunnel Vision Network.

Anika Goss, CEO of Detroit Future City, joins Stephen Hayes on Beyond the Game for a conversation about the housing crisis nobody’s put a real number on, the $300 million in Detroit homes families can’t legally claim, and why she keeps choosing Detroit over every other city she’s called home. They talk about vacant lots, generational wealth, and what she wants the next generation of Detroiters to know.

Beyond the Game is presented by Tunnel Vision Network.

Matt Elliott, former president of Bank of America Michigan and now CEO of Blue Lakes Ideas, joins host Stephen Hayes on Beyond the Game to talk about the Power of &, the framework that came out of his own burnout, a health scare, and years of leading through crisis. They dig into why AI often gives people a false sense of catching up, what’s happening to Michigan’s education rankings and workforce pipeline, and why Elliott now treats rest as a weapon instead of a luxury. Elliott’s book, Overloaded, is out this fall.

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries serves approximately 2,400 men, women, and children each day through shelters and programs designed to help individuals and families regain stability.

In this TVN Exclusive, Chiara C. Clayton, Director of Communications for Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, discusses the organization’s work, addresses common misconceptions about homelessness, and explains how comprehensive support services help people rebuild their lives.

Interview by Tunnel Vision Network.

Learn more about Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries: https://drmm.org

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Leadership is about more than titles—it’s about the lives we influence.

In this episode of Beyond the Game, Jenise Williams reflects on the experiences that have shaped her career in education, leadership, and community engagement. She discusses the importance of meaningful relationships, mentorship, and creating opportunities that leave a lasting impact beyond the classroom.

Whether you’re an educator, community leader, workforce professional, or someone passionate about making a difference, this conversation offers valuable insights into leading with purpose and serving others.

Topics discussed:

• Leadership through service
• Education and mentorship
• Community partnerships
• Building meaningful relationships
• Creating lasting impact

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In this episode of Beyond the Game, we sit down with media strategist Matt Friedman for a deep conversation on how news consumption is evolving in real time.

From shifting audience behavior to the growing challenge of trust in media, Matt breaks down what’s actually happening behind the scenes and what it means for the future of journalism, storytelling, and content distribution.

We also explore:

• ​ Why traditional news models are struggling to keep up
• ​ The impact of digital platforms on how audiences engage with content
• ​ What media professionals must understand to stay relevant
• ​ Where the biggest opportunities exist in today’s media landscape

This is not just a conversation about media. It is a look at where the industry is going and who will shape it next.

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Produced by Tunnel Vision Network

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