Best Detroit Free Press Sports Podcasts (2024)

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College Football Podcast: Questions & Ant-swers! 2:16:08

1d ago2:16:08

2:16:08

The path to the 2024 College Football season is on hold as Ryan heads to the Land of the Rising Sun. In his absence, we are going to do a little college football Q&A as Antony answers any and all questions in relation to the 2024 season, 2025 NFL draft, and more, and if they can't be answered on the night they will be researched for future shows!So…

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Ep 277 - Lions Q&A 1:57:11

2d ago1:57:11

1:57:11

Matt, Ant and Ash discuss the news in the last 7 days in Detroit Lions world, and answer your questions including: Is Melifonwu the answer at Safety? Will James Houston make the roster? Do we need another X WR? OL depth pieces Ben Johnson's future Backup QB Hutch's partner in crime at the other DE Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page…

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College Football Podcast: PAC-2 the future! 2:50:40

7d ago2:50:40

2:50:40

It's the end of the world as we know it.....at least it is for the FBS Independents and the PAC-2! Ryan and Antony continue the 2024 preview season heading to the lands where teams are cast adrift and trying oh so hard to find a home. 3 years ago there were 7 Independent teams, now just 3 remain. And for the PAC-2, 12 months ago they were eating at…

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Are We Loving Our Pets To Death? 9:20

9d ago9:20

9:20

6-25-24: James A. Serpell, PhD, Professor of Ethics and Animal Welfare Emeritus at University of Pennsylvania, joins the show to discuss if owner's are negatively impacting their pets.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 276 - What To Do With The Lions' 2025 Free Agents? 2:35:51

9d ago2:35:51

2:35:51

Matt, Ant and Ash discuss the news in the last 7 days in Detroit Lions world, and then discuss each of the Lions in the last year of their deal. Will they be cut this offseason, could we trade or re-sign them now, will we let them play out the deal, and then perhaps tag them, or just release them at the end of the deal? Explicit Language is in this…

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Alexander Zonjic Coming to Royal Oak 5:25

12d ago5:25

5:25

6-21-24: Jazz musician and friend of the program Alexander Zonjic joins Mitch and the crew to discuss his upcoming two-night concert in Royal Oak.By Curtis Paul

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Pistons Introduce New President Trajan Langdon 6:59

12d ago6:59

6:59

6-21-24: Recently hired President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon joins Mitch and the crew to discuss his plans for the team.By Curtis Paul

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Bob Costas Reflects On Willie Mays' Life and Legacy 10:16

14d ago10:16

10:16

6-20-24: 28-time Emmy Award winning sportscaster Bob Costas joins Mitch and the crew following the passing of baseball icon Willie Mays.By Curtis Paul

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College Football Podcast: Deuces Wild (C-USA Part 2) 2:47:17

15d ago2:47:17

2:47:17

Did you miss us? With the 2024 NFL Draft well in the rear view mirror, it's time for Ryan and Antony to gather their belongings and set off on the road to the 2024 College Football Season! Their first stop is the land of underdogs where an FCS rebellion is underway, Conference USA. After an exodus of teams to the American, the C-USA is finding new …

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Otis Williams Honored With Street Name 8:08

16d ago8:08

8:08

6-18-24: Temptations founder and music legend Otis Williams joins Mitch and the crew to discuss a Detroit street named in his honor.By Curtis Paul

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Sheriff Michael Bouchard Reflects on Splash Pad Tragedy 6:49

16d ago6:49

6:49

6-18-24: Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard joins the show to discuss the tragic Rochester Hills splash pad shooting last Saturday.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 275 - End of OTAs, Upcoming Camp Battles & a Soccer Team from NFL Players 2:22:06

16d ago2:22:06

2:22:06

Matt, Ant and Ash discuss the news in the last 7 days in Detroit Lions world, discuss the end of OTAs with the rookies taking over week 3, the ensuing press conferences with assistant coaches, the intriguing camp battles up coming throughout the roster and then build their fantasy NFL 5-a-side soccer teams. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Fac…

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College Football Podcast- The Flames of Liberty (C-USA Part 1) 2:40:23

19d ago2:40:23

2:40:23

Did you miss us? The College Football Podcast is back for it's season 4 Premiere! With the 2024 NFL Draft well in the rear view mirror, it's time for Ryan and Antony to gather their belongings and set off on the road to the 2024 College Football Season! Their first stop is the land of underdogs where an FCS rebellion is underway, Conference USA. Af…

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Matt Garchow Live From Bill Brown Ford 8:45

19d ago8:45

8:45

6-14-24: Sales Manager of Bill Brown Ford Matt Garchow joins Mitch and the crew live from his dealership in Livonia.By Curtis Paul

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Episode 24: Jacqueline Sarkissian, Reporter, KTLA 5 28:44

23d ago28:44

28:44

Jacqueline Sarkissian took an unconventional path through the fashion industry and reached journalism after a family-friend connected her with a television news anchor who became her mentor. Today this USC graduate, after stops at San Diego’s Fox 5 and other markets, is a reporter at KTLA 5 where she did her first internship on the assignment desk.…

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Ep 274 - NFC North Round Table - Minicamp Chat 1:57:30

23d ago1:57:30

1:57:30

Matt, Ash, and Ryan M are joined by Jack (@BearDownJack) from Bear Down Report Chicago and Paul (@BadgerNoonan) from Acme Packing Company to review each of the NFC North teams and see where the division now lies. The ROTL guys then move on to discuss veteran minicamp and the press conferences over the past 7 days, and answer your questions. Explici…

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Michigan Panthers Playoff Run Incoming 5:01

26d ago5:01

5:01

6-7-24: Michigan Panthers HC Mike Nolan joins the show to talk Saturday's playoff matchup with the Birmingham Stallions.By Curtis Paul

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Alex Anzalone Reflects on OTA's 5:44

26d ago5:44

5:44

6-7-24: Detroit Lions veteran linebacker Alex Anzalone joins Mitch and the crew to discuss the past few weeks of work for him and his team.By Curtis Paul

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Jim Leyland's Jersey Number To Be Retired in Detroit 6:41

30d ago6:41

6:41

June 3, 2024 - Former Detroit Tigers' manager Jim Leyland joins Mitch and the crew to discuss his upcoming jersey number retirement on August 3rd.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 273 - OTAs Week 2, Press Conferences, NFL News 1:26:12

1M ago1:26:12

1:26:12

Matt and Ash review the 2nd week of Detroit Lions 2024 OTAs, as well as recap the week's press conferences from Dan Campbell, Ben Johnson, Scottie Montgomery, Aidan Hutchinson, Brodric Martin, Hendon Hooker and Sam LaPorta, as well as discuss the new Justin Jefferson contract and the pick of the Chicago Bears for Hard Knocks. Explicit Language is i…

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Jim Farley ~ Detroit's Historic Train Station has Grand Re-Opening After Six-Year Renovation 11:20

1M ago11:20

11:20

June 3, 2024 - Ford CEO Jim Farley joins Mitch and the crew to speak on Ford's role in the re-opening of Detroit's historic train station.By Curtis Paul

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Greg Iles Has A New Book Coming 11:05

1M ago11:05

11:05

May 24, 2024 - Author Greg Iles joins Mitch and the crew to talk about his upcoming book "Southern Man"By Curtis Paul

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Ep 272 - Lions Schedule Release & Deep Dive Part 2 - OTA Week 1 Chat 1:56:10

1M ago1:56:10

1:56:10

Matt and Ash break down part 2 of their schedule reaction and team deep dive, as well as discussing OTA week 1 for the Detroit Lions. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Web…

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Should We Be Concerned With New Covid-19 Variant? 10:00

1M ago10:00

10:00

CUNY Professor Bruce Y. Lee joins Steve Courtney, filling in for Mitch, to discuss new Covid-19 variant KP.2.By Curtis Paul

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Michigan Panthers Head Coach Talks Impressive Season; Playoffs 5:37

1M ago5:37

5:37

Michigan Panthers Head Coach Mike Nolan joins the show to talk his teams success and his playoff preparation.By Curtis Paul

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Rise of Break-Ins in Oakland County Cause Worry 7:55

1M ago7:55

7:55

Sheriff Michael Bouchard joins the show to discuss the sudden rise of break-ins in Oakland County.By Curtis Paul

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Suddenly Not Enough Babies 9:29

1M ago9:29

9:29

May 20, 2024 - Melissa Kearney from University of Maryland joins Mitch and the crew to discuss the decline in birth rates. And how this is affecting our economy.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 271 - Lions Schedule Reaction & Deep Dive Part 1 1:45:31

1M ago1:45:31

1:45:31

Matt, and Ash discuss this week in Lions including one signing, some back office movement, and then react to the Detroit Lions' schedule for the 2024 season, including Bye Week date, away/home split, primetime games, and then going in depth to each team's offseason moves to see whether the feelings on any of these has changed since last season. Exp…

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Birdies Bookmobile is Looking for a New Mobile 6:27

1M ago6:27

6:27

May 17, 2024 - Birdies Bookmobile Founder & Executive Director Alyce Hartman joins Mitch to talk about the Bookmobile and the need for a new Bookmobile.By Curtis Paul

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Brad Holmes Joins Mitch to Talk Jared Goff Deal and NFL Schedule 16:58

2M ago16:58

16:58

May 15, 2024 - Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes joins Mitch and the Crew to talk about the recent Jared Goff contract extension. As well as the upcoming NFL Schedule release.By Curtis Paul

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Episode 23: Joe Little, Director of Storytelling & News Reporter, NBC 7 San Diego 48:18

2M ago48:18

48:18

Joe Little has a big personality and a knack for using facts combined with great visuals and awesome interviews with people you can root for to report the news! Joe is the Director of Storytelling and a News Reporter for NBC 7 San Diego. He got into journalism to be a sports anchor, and later found himself in a Pennsylvania field reporting on the c…

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Ep 270 - Rookie Minicamp & UDFA Deep Dive (& Breaking News - Goff Contract Extension chat) 3:00:13

2M ago3:00:13

3:00:13

Matt, Ryan M and Ash discuss this week in Lions including the signings made, discuss the tryout players and rookie minicamp and then check the tape on the signed UDFA class of 2024. Mid-show, the Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff signs his 4 year deal, making him the highest paid player in franchise history! Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook…

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DEA is seeking to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act 15:12

2M ago15:12

15:12

May 3, 2024 - Scott Chipman is the Vice President of Americans Against Legalizing Marijuana. He joins Mitch and the crew to talk about the DEA seeking to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 269 - 2024 NFL Draft - Final Thoughts (with guests) 1:26:30

2M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Matt, Ryan M and Tom reflect on the Lions picks in the 2024 draft, and also discuss the draft more generally along with Richard from UK Ravens and Sean representing the LA Chargers. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK T…

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How to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones from Elder Fraud 18:33

2M ago18:33

18:33

April 30 | Peter Lichtenberg from Wayne State University joins Mitch and the Crew to Speak on Elder Scams in the US and how they can protect themselves and how trusted loved ones can assist.By Curtis Paul

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Episode 22: Karlene Chavis, Chief Meteorologist, CBS 8 San Diego 54:08

2M ago54:08

54:08

Karlene Chavis’ parents must’ve been clairvoyant because when she was six years old, they told her she would be a meteorologist. They took her passion for earth science, the fact she played with dinosaurs instead of Barbies, and enjoyed the outdoors as signs that she was destined for greatness. Today, Karlene is the Chief Meteorologist for CBS 8 Sa…

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Ep 268 - 2024 NFL Draft Day 3 Reaction 2:07:16

2M ago2:07:16

2:07:16

Matt, Ant, Ryan M and Ash review the Detroit Lions picks on Day 3 of the 2024 NFL Draft, take a look at the NFC North, Around the NFL and look at the players who went undrafted, before giving their favourite and least favoured draft classes from around the league. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group:…

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Ep 267 - 2024 NFL Draft Day 2 Reaction 16:55

2M ago16:55

16:55

Matt & Ash react to the Lions drafting CB Ennis Rakestraw at 61, discuss future needs for day 3, look at how the rest of the NFC North and the rest of the NFL did on Day 2. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: ro…

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Ep 266 - 2024 NFL Draft Day 1 Reaction 30:49

2M ago30:49

30:49

Matt, Ant, Ryan M, Ash and Tom react to the 2024 NFL Draft Day 1 including the Lions trading up for CB Terrion Arnold from Alabama. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Websi…

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BONUS - ARSB & Sewell extension reactions 16:20

2M ago16:20

16:20

Matt and Ash are live in Detroit as they discuss their time so far in Motown and the huge news of the contract extensions for ARSB and Sewell. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lio…

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Ep 265 - The Last 2024 Draft Mailbag 48:27

3M ago48:27

48:27

Matt, Ant, and Ash answer your questions in the final 2024 draft mailbag Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Website: Rotluk.com (new merch store available via website)…

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Ep 264 - Final Pre-Draft Show - 1st-Round Mocks 3:18:25

3M ago3:18:25

3:18:25

Matt, Ant, Ryan M and Ash provide their full, predictive, 1st-round mock drafts where pride is on the line. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Website: Rotluk.com (new merc…

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College Football Podcast Season 3 Finale- Rise Against The Machines! 1:42:38

3M ago1:42:38

1:42:38

It's 2 weeks till the NFL Draft, as the latest batch of College Prospects get ready to go take on the NFL!And for the College Podcast, that means it's time to go take a nap until the 2024 Conference Preview Season arrives.But before that, Ryan and Antony have one last bit of business to take care of in the form of a special 2024 NFL Draft Challenge…

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Episode 21: Darren Nichols, Columnist, Detroit Free Press & Founder, DNick Media 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Darren Nichols' resilience is special. He’s been a journalist in Detroit, Michigan for three decades and in 2014 while working on the biggest story in Detroit history, he unexpectedly had a stroke. Darren was down, but not out. His determination and winner’s attitude saw him put in six hour days during rehabilitation – not a common practice. That h…

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Ep 263 - 7-Round Mock Draft ft. Chris Perfett 3:21:16

3M ago3:21:16

3:21:16

Matt, Ant, Ryan M, Ash, Tom and Chris (formerly Pride Of Detroit) give a Lions-only 7-round mock draft each. Who's was best? Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Website: Rot…

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College Football Podcast- Spring Break! 1:40:31

3M ago1:40:31

1:40:31

The draft is 3 weeks away to the day!But in the world of College Football, life goes on, and the new season is beginning to come to life as we move into Spring Training Season!With the Season 3 Finale just one week away, we are gonna have a little break from the draft and have a jaunt back into College to see what is happening as Spring Training st…

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Albom Inner Circle Sponsor Green Shield Deck Builders Named Official Deck Builder of Detroit Tigers 3:16

3M ago3:16

3:16

April 3, 2024 | Green Shield Deck Builders Owner Adam Rought joins the Show to talk about the Company becoming Official Deck Builder of Detroit Tigers.By Curtis Paul

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Ep 262 - 2024 NFL Draft WR Class 3:39:35

3M ago3:39:35

3:39:35

Matt, Ant, Ryan M and Ash preview specific prospects from the wide receiver class for the 2024 NFL Draft, from Rounds 1 to UDFA. Explicit Language is in this Podcast. Facebook page: @Roarothelionsuk Facebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World Wide Twitter: @ROTL_UK Instagram: @ROTL.UK Twitch: rotl_uk YouTube: Roar Of The Lions UK Website:…

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Kelly and Matthew Stafford Celebrate the New Say Play Annex 13:32

3M ago13:32

13:32

April 1, 2024 ~ After the ribbon cutting for the Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Educational Center at the SAY Detroit Play Center, Matthew Stafford sits down with Mitch to talk about their return to Detroit and the new Say Detroit Say Play Annex.By Curtis Paul

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College Football Podcast- Happy to (HB)CU! 2:10:17

3M ago2:10:17

2:10:17

The draft is 4 weekends away! As the Path To The Draft nears it's end, there's one last stop Ryan and Antony need to make on the approach to Detroit 2024, and they are not alone! Two years ago we did our first show on HBCU (Historically Black College & University) football, and for the 2nd year in a row we are proud to be joined by Coach Gerald J H…

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