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1935. The Great Depression. Detroit is ranked as the hardest hit city in America. Speramus Meliora Resurgent Cineribus Akin to a miracle something incredible began to happen. Detroit began to win in a way that had never been seen before…or since. The Tigers, Lions and Red Wings all won their first Championships. An unknown Joe Louis would rise to international super stardom. Speed boat racing, tennis, track and field, golf, bowling, swimming, firearms…champions all and all from Detroit. In t ...
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The Other Champions of 1935: Dick Degener - Episode 89
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Episode 89: The Other Champions of 1935: Dick Degener The “Fred Astaire of diving” Dick Degener and the Billy Rose Aquacade are explored. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions
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Black & Blue - The Story of Gerald Ford, Willis Ward and 1934 University of Michigan Football - Episode 88
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Black & Blue - The Story of Gerald Ford, Willis Ward and 1934 University of Michigan Football. Our guest today is producer-director Brian Kruger. What is the story behind the now infamous U of M - Georgia Tech game of 1934? What part did Fielding H. Yost play in the events leading up to the benching of Willis Ward for that game and how Gerry Ford a…
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The Other Champions of 1935: Special Episode - Willis Ward (Pt 2) - Episode 87
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The Other Champions of 1935: Special Episode - Willis Ward (Pt 1) - Episode 86
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Episode 86: The Other Champions of 1935: Special Episode - Willis Ward In his day Willis Ward was regarded as the greatest athlete ever produced by Detroit. In today’s special episode, Jamie and Charles explore the rise of this academic and athletic wunderkind. This is the online exhibit from UofM https://exhibits.bentley.umich.edu/s/willisward/pag…
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The Other Champions of 1935: Eddie Tolan “The Midnight Express” (Pt 2) - Episode 85
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Episode 85: The Other Champions of 1935: Eddie Tolan “The Midnight Express” (Part 2) Although he had ascended the heights of international acclaim, Eddie Tolan’s financial well-being had descended to a level of near despair. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore the ensuing events which led “The Midnight Express” onto the podium of Detroit’s…
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The Other Champions of 1935: Eddie Tolan “The Midnight Express” (Pt 1) - Episode 84
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Episode 84: The Other Champions of 1935: Eddie Tolan “The Midnight Express” (Part 1) The first African American to hold the title of “World’s Fastest Man,” Eddie Tolan was an icon in his own day but nearly forgotten in ours. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles begin the exploration of Tolan as well as the other champions of 1935. See the video of …
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Detroit City of Champions – Special Episode: Portsmouth Spartans - New Revelations - Episode 83
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Episode 83: Special Episode: Portsmouth Spartans - New Revelations Jamie and Charles explore new information from the Jim Kennedy collection regarding the reason for Dutch Clark’s absence at the first NFL Championship game. Also presented are two letters from Ox Emerson on the importance of the Portsmouth Spartans when seeking to understand the Det…
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Detroit City of Champions – Detroit vs Green Bay the Rivalry Continues with Neal Ruhl- Episode 82
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Detroit City of Champions – Detroit vs Green Bay the Rivalry Continues with Neal Ruhl- Episode 82 Neal Ruhl of Big D Energy at Woodward Sports joins us to discuss the importance of the Detroit Lions - Green Bay Packers coming up to decide a playoff spot. Neal is the voice of the Golden Grizzlies and Detroit City Football Club (DCFC). Jamie and Char…
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Special Episode: Portsmouth Spartans “Iron Man Game” - 90th Anniversary Celebration - Episode 81
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Episode 81: Special Episode: Portsmouth Spartans “Iron Man Game” - 90th Anniversary Celebration The Iron Man Game. In the long history of the NFL perhaps no contest ever played evoked the essence of pro football’s soul like that which occurred in Portsmouth, Ohio on December 4th, 1932. Fired by the passion of a blazing feud the City of Portsmouth, …
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Detroit City of Champions - Walter Hagen - Part 15: Conclusion - Episode 80
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Episode 80: Walter Hagen Part 15: Conclusion In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore how Walter Hagen fits into the larger City of Champions story. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions
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Detroit City of Champions - Walter Hagen - Open Mic - Musings- Episode 79
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Episode 79: Walter Hagen Part 14: Open Mic - Musings Jamie and Charles discuss the past, present and future of the Detroit City of Champions Podcast. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions
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Detroit City of Champions - Walter Hagen Part 13 - The First Ryder Cup - Episode 78
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Episode 78: Walter Hagen Part 13: The First Ryder Cup With the rise of the American Professional golfer came a continually growing public interest for a UK vs USA, head-to-head competition. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles will explore Walter Hagen’s pivotal role in the first Ryder Cup. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroi…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 12: The Match of the Century - Episode 77
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Of all the luminaries which orbited around Walter Hagen, the man with whom he is most associated is the legendary golfer: Bobby Jones. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles will explore the genesis of that association in the 1926 “Match of the Century.” https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.com https://link…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 11: Hagen in the Roaring 20's - Episode 76
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Episode 76: Walter Hagen Part 11: Hagen in the Roaring 20’s The “Roaring 20’s” in America is often remembered from the perspective of the New York/Wall Street boom, the imagery of Hollywood, dancing “flappers” or prohibition gangsters. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles will explore a different perspective: The Florida Land Boom. In which, Walter…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 10: Birth of the Golf Tee - Episode 75
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Episode 75: Walter Hagen Part 10: Birth of the Golf Tee For over 400 years golfers had sculpted their own golf tee, with a handful of dirt, at every hole! Over the course of a single exhibition tour in 1922 Walter Hagen and his trick shot partner, Joe Kirkwood, would relegate that practice into the realm of “Ripley’s Believe it or Not.” In today’s …
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 9: Third Time’s the Charm - Episode 74
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Episode 74: Walter Hagen Part 9: Third Time’s the Charm By the end of 1921 Walter Hagen’s mantle glittered with the trophies of every significant golfing championship in the world…save ONE. The (British) Open had thus far eluded him on two occasions. However, before Hagen could make his third attempt he needed to raise money for the trip. In today’…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 8: "The American Invasion (Cont.)" - Episode 73
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Episode 73: Walter Hagen Part 8: The American Invasion (Cont.) The conclusion of Hagen’s first attempt at winning The (British) Open and the impacts of American golfing culture on Great Britain. Following a year of absolute dominance of American Professional golf, in 1920 Walter Hagen set his sights on Britain. In today’s Episode Jamie and Charles …
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 7: "The American Invasion" - Episode 72
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Episode 72: Walter Hagen Part 7: The American Invasion Following a year of absolute dominance of American Professional golf, in 1920 Walter Hagen set his sights on Britain. In today’s Episode Jamie and Charles explore Hagen’s first attempt at The (British) Open and the many influences that US golfers would introduce as a result of this “American In…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 6: " The Haig Moves to Detroit" - Episode 71
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Episode 71: Walter Hagen Part 6: The Haig Moves to Detroit Walter Hagen, born in Rochester, NY, golfed with kings, dined with maharajas and was arguably the most well traveled sports star of his era. How then did he come to identify Detroit as his “home?” In today’s episode Jamie and Charles will explore this question as well as his early impact on…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 5: "The Great War’s profound impact on Pro Golf" - Episode 70
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Episode 70: Walter Hagen Part 5: The Great War’s profound impact on Pro Golf The First World War had a tremendous impact on all American pro sports but the one which was arguably influenced the most, is, ironically, the least discussed: Golf. In today’s episode, Jamie and Charles explore that impact and Walter Hagen’s role at the very center of it …
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen Part 4: "The Fork in the Road" - Episode 69
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Episode 69: Walter Hagen Part 4: The Fork in the Road Despite his solid performance at the 1912 U.S. Open, Walter Hagen still viewed baseball as his true calling. This view would be given further support when he was invited to Spring Training with the Phillies in 1913. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore this fork in the road and how a bou…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen - Part 3: “The Greatest Game Ever Played” - Episode 68
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Episode 68: Walter Hagen Part 3: “The Greatest Game Ever Played” U.S. Open, Brookline Massachusetts, 1913. In only his second pro tournament, Walter Hagen found himself among the front runners in one of the most important golfing events in American History. Damn that 14th hole!! In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore Hagen’s experience in “Th…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen - Part 2: From Caddie to Club Pro - Episode 67
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Episode 67: Walter Hagen Part 2: From Caddie to Club Pro From the earliest years of his youth Walter Hagen was immersed in the game of golf. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore this foundational period and how it would set the stage for the emergence of a legend. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFu…
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Detroit City of Champions – Walter Hagen - Part 1: A history of golf / introducing “The Haig” - Episode 66
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Episode 66: Walter Hagen Part 1: A history of golf / introducing “The Haig” Among the brightest lights in the star-studded City of Champions universe was Walter Charles Hagen. The first club pro at Oakland Hills Country Club, Hagen would re-define the idea of what a golf professional actually was and in the process help elevate the city of Detroit …
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Detroit City of Champions – Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 15: The Pursuit of Excellence - Episode 65
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Episode 65: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 15: The Pursuit of Excellence Among the pantheon of stars in the galaxy of Detroit sports, one would be hard pressed to find any as important or as forgotten as Garfield Arthur Wood. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles wrap up the story of his legendary career and explore the legacy of “The Gray…
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Detroit City of Champions – Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 14 "Madman's Dream Pt. 2" - Episode 64
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Episode 64: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 14: The Madman’s Dream From a chalk drawing on the floor of his house to a fully built vessel the “Madman’s Dream” had come to life in the form of the Miss America X. Now it was time to test it! In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore 12 days surrounding the 1932 Harmsworth race during which…
