Best DAC Baseball Podcasts (2024)

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Dan Campbell's decisions in the NFC Championship game - Exploring the historical precedent for success - Episode 109 48:25

3M ago48:25

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Dan Campbell's decisions in the NFC Championship game - Exploring the historical precedent for success - Episode 109 How Dan Campbell's style reminds us of the story of Gerald "Gee" Walker As was said in 1933 of Gee, '... we want the wild mustang of the range, no one wins the race with old dobbin.' An amazing passage attributed to Aidan Hutchinson …

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NBC lists the wrong year of the Lions first Championship - Episode 108 48:57

3M ago48:57

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The Forgotten Champions Episode 108: NBC lists the wrong year of the Lions first Championship Did you know? The Lions won their first Championship in 1935 and NOT 1932! Jamie and Charles explore this major error of historical inaccuracy presented by NBC during the Lions vs Buccaneers playoff game. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJami…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Newell Banks - Checkers - Episode 107 47:26

4M ago47:26

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Episode 107: The Other Champions of 1935: Newell Banks - Checkers Should there ever be any debate about Detroit’s claim to “The Greatest Season in American Sport history,” one need only point to the 33rd championship: Newell Banks, the 1935 checkers champion was from Detroit! https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.Weari…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Azucar and the first Santa Anita Handicap - Episode 106 1:05:18

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Episode 106: The Other Champions of 1935: Azucar and the first Santa Anita Handicap While the name Seabiscuit is synonymous with horse racing in the 1930’s, there was another who rose to the greatest height on the largest stage: Azucar. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.com…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Stanley Kratkowski & Joanna De Tuscan - Episode 105 56:24

4M ago56:24

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Episode 105: The Other Champions of 1935: Stanley Kratkowski & Joanna De Tuscan “From a room full of sweet mamas and papas to a lunatic asylum…” The stories of Stanley Kratkowski and Joanna De Tuscan are presented alongside a unique insight into the 1936 Berlin Olympics. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFun…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Gar Wood Jr. - Episode 104 48:24

5M ago48:24

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Episode 104: The Other Champions of 1935: Gar Wood Jr. Gar Wood, the King of Speed on Water. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore the story of the crown prince: Gar Wood Jr. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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The Other Champions of 1935: Jimmy Gilhula, Tom Haynie and the D.A.C. Swim Team - Episode 103 47:09

8M ago47:09

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Episode 103: The Other Champions of 1935: Jimmy Gilhula, Tom Haynie and the D.A.C. Swim Team On the first weekend of July, 1935, Detroit swimmers would add three more national amateur championships to the city’s crowded victory mantle. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.com…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Jake Ankrom - Episode 102 55:11

8M ago55:11

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Episode 102: The Other Champions of 1935: Jake Ankrom The parade of Champions continues with the exploration of Jake Ankrom, winner of the 1935 National Amateur Three-Cushion Billiards Championship. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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The Other Champions of 1935: Bill Bonthron - Episode 101 58:14

9M ago58:14

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Episode 101: The Other Champions of 1935: Bill Bonthron Jamie and Charles broadcast on location from the Emperor’s throne room on the Death Star and investigate one of the great untold stories of 1935: Bill Bonthron’s 1500 meter world record. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.com…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Herbert Mendelson - Episode 100 1:01:48

9M ago1:01:48

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Episode 100: The Other Champions of 1935: Herbert Mendelson Episode #100! Jamie and Charles reflect on the 99 previous episodes and find a little time to explore Herbert Mendelson, winner of the 1935 President’s Cup race. Thanks to everyone who has joined us live or on the feed. Thanks to everyone who has commented on the video and audio tracks. 20…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Dixie Oils Softball Team - Episode 99 50:05

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Episode 99: The Other Champions of 1935: Dixie Oils Softball Team Among the most overlooked Champions of 1935 are the Dixie Oils softball team. Jamie and Charles explore their story as well the history of softball itself. Some of the sources we used for the history of softball: https://nfca.org/easyblog/womens-history-month-great-time-to-reflect-on…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Golden Glovers - Episode 98 46:34

11M ago46:34

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The Other Champions of 1935: Golden Glovers - Episode 98 While Joe Louis garnered the professional boxing headlines in 1935 there were other Detroit pugilists who would claim championships in the amateur ranks. Jamie and Charles explore their stories as well as the story of Stanley Evans, the last man to defeat Joe Louis before his rise. https://li…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Stroh’s Bowling Team (Part 2) - Episode 97 56:26

11M ago56:26

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Episode 97: The Other Champions of 1935: Stroh’s Bowling Team (Part 2) Few teams have ever had an impact on their sport like that of Stroh’s Bowling. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore this forgotten juggernaut and their “star of stars,” Joe Norris. Some of the sites we refrenced: https://sportsplanningguide.com/seven-bowling-alleys-at-th…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Stroh’s Bowling Team (Part 1) - Episode 96 53:10

11M ago53:10

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Episode 96: The Other Champions of 1935: Stroh’s Bowling Team (Part 1) Stroh’s Brewery is synonymous with Detroit itself. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles explore the history of the legendary company. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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The Other Champions of 1935: Raquet Sports - Walter Kramer, Constance O’Donovan, Esther Politzer - Ep 95 56:06

12M ago56:06

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Episode 95: The Other Champions of 1935: Raquet Sports - Walter Kramer, Constance O’Donovan, Esther Politzer Continuing the tour through Detroit’s pantheon of Champions in 1935; Jamie and Charles explore the titles won in tennis and badminton. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.com…

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Champions' Day - 87th Anniversary & Visual Tour of the 1st Champions' Day - Episode 94 1:06:58

1y ago1:06:58

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Episode 94: Champions Day - 87th Anniversary & Visual Tour of the 1st Champions Day The only known Champions Day newspaper makes its internet debut for the 87th anniversary of the day it was printed to celebrate. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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Guest Host Tom Eurich Iron Man Game Poster Show and Tell - Episode 93 1:04:59

1y ago1:04:59

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Episode 93: Special Guest - Tom Eurich Iron Man Game Poster Show and Tell Tom Eurich and Randy Trombley stop by to show off a new poster created by the Helmar Brewing Company. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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The Other Champions of 1935: Firearms - Detroit Police and Henry B. Joy Jr. - Episode 92 59:20

1y ago59:20

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Episode 92: The Other Champions of 1935: Firearms - Detroit Police and Henry B. Joy Jr. In January 1936, Detroit Times Editor, Bud Shaver, wrote a story about five “forgotten champions” of 1935. In today’s episode Jamie and Charles discuss these marksmen and the role they played as police and in Henry B. Joy’s case: high society. https://linktr.ee/…

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Coat of Arms & Daily Detroit: Special Guests: Christopher Boerma and Jeremiah Staes - Episode 91 59:41

1y ago59:41

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Episode 91: Coat of Arms & Daily Detroit: Special Guests: Christopher Boerma and Jeremiah Staes Longtime contributor, Christopher Boerma, joins us to detail the show’s coat-of-arms while Jer Staes is in studio for a conversation about his work at Daily Detroit and preview the upcoming Champions' Day event. https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions w…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Clark Haskins - Episode 90 1:06:40

1y ago1:06:40

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Episode 90: The Other Champions of 1935: Clark Haskins The “Detroit Atlas,” Clark Haskins and the Detroit Police Field Day are explored. Some interesting side stories today. Information and images in the video version from The Detroit News archives and The Library of Congress. A great history of the Detroit Police Department. Marie Owen the first p…

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The Other Champions of 1935: Dick Degener - Episode 89 1:12:26

1y ago1:12:26

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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 1:12:14

1y ago1:12:14

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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 45:35

1y ago45:35

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https://linktr.ee/DetroitCityofChampions www.DJJamieDetroit.com www.WearingFunny.comBy Detroit City of Champions

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The Other Champions of 1935: Special Episode - Willis Ward (Pt 1) - Episode 86 42:23

1y ago42:23

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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 55:39

1y ago55:39

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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 50:30

1y ago50:30

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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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Special Episode: Portsmouth Spartans - New Revelations - Episode 83 59:29

1y ago59:29

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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 vs Green Bay the Rivalry Continues with Neal Ruhl- Episode 82 43:04

1+ y ago43:04

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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 1:33:48

1+ y ago1:33:48

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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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Walter Hagen - Part 15: Conclusion - Episode 80 59:24

1+ y ago59:24

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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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Walter Hagen - Open Mic - Musings- Episode 79 57:22

1+ y ago57:22

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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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Walter Hagen Part 13 - The First Ryder Cup - Episode 78 1:03:20

1+ y ago1:03:20

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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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Walter Hagen Part 12: The Match of the Century - Episode 77 58:29

1+ y ago58:29

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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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Walter Hagen Part 11: Hagen in the Roaring 20's - Episode 76 56:58

1+ y ago56:58

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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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Walter Hagen Part 10: Birth of the Golf Tee - Episode 75 43:40

1+ y ago43:40

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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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Walter Hagen Part 9: Third Time’s the Charm - Episode 74 58:31

1+ y ago58:31

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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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Walter Hagen Part 8: "The American Invasion (Cont.)" - Episode 73 43:17

1+ y ago43:17

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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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Walter Hagen Part 7: "The American Invasion" - Episode 72 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

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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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Walter Hagen Part 6: " The Haig Moves to Detroit" - Episode 71 49:47

1+ y ago49:47

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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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Walter Hagen Part 5: "The Great War’s profound impact on Pro Golf" - Episode 70 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

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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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Walter Hagen Part 4: "The Fork in the Road" - Episode 69 55:15

1+ y ago55:15

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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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Walter Hagen - Part 3: “The Greatest Game Ever Played” - Episode 68 46:09

2y ago46:09

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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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Walter Hagen - Part 2: From Caddie to Club Pro - Episode 67 43:30

2y ago43:30

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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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Walter Hagen - Part 1: A history of golf / introducing “The Haig” - Episode 66 56:41

2y ago56:41

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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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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 15: The Pursuit of Excellence - Episode 65 58:09

2y ago58:09

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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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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 14 "Madman's Dream Pt. 2" - Episode 64 40:04

2y ago40:04

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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…

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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 13 "Madman’s Dream Pt.1" - Episode 63 27:09

2y ago27:09

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Episode 63: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 13: 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…

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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 12 "Building the Miss America X" - Episode 62 33:57

2y ago33:57

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Episode 62: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 12: Building the Miss America X Continuing the conversation with Roger Luksik at the Packard Proving Grounds; the genesis of the Miss America X is discussed. There is, perhaps, no boat which epitomized an era like “The Madman’s Dream” and today as she silently awaits a summer tour - her origin st…

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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 11 "A Trip to the Packard Proving Grounds" - Episode 61 35:26

2y ago35:26

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Episode 61: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 11: A Trip to the Packard Proving Grounds - Special Guest - Roger Luksik In today’s episode Jamie and Charles take a trip to the Packard Proving grounds and tour the iconic Detroit institution with Packard Foundation President and Trustee: Roger Luksik. On location with the Miss America X. https:…

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Gar Wood “The Gray Fox” Pt 10 "Kaye Don (cont.)" - Episode 60 54:29

2y ago54:29

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Episode 60: Gar Wood “The Gray Fox of Algonac.” Part 10: Kaye Don (cont.) Having lost the first heat of the 1931 Harmsworth race Gar Wood and his crew would need to completely rebuild the Miss America IX or defeat the following day would be certain. The conclusion to ”Episode 59: Kaye Don” will bring forth the voices of the past who once called Gar…

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