The Dave LewAllen Podcast

In the years since leaving the NFL, Don Clemons has stayed active in the sport, coaching internationally in Switzerland in the European League of Football. He brings an accomplished resume to a country where the game is growing. And he does he have stories of the experience, many of which he shares during our conversation!

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On Saturday, August 29, a roast of former Red Wings goaltender Chris Osgood will be held to raise money for programming and grants that support individuals and families facing substance abuse challenges. Ken talks about the couples love for their son, the foundation's work, along with the promise of fun and laughs that will all be part of the event on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast.

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During the episode, Bridget also explains the Return on Investment (ROI) for the increased spending and business partnerships with women's professional sports leagues as well as Ally's other relationships. Ally is also the inaugural partner for the new Detroit PWHL franchise which will begin play this fall.

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The 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit was a huge success and the return of the 2027 NCAA Final Four to Ford Field is next major event on the calendar. It will provide another significant boost to the local economy. Learn what's planned for Detroit's Final Four and Marty's wish list for other events for the city and region.

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Father Joe Mallia, pastor of St. Kieran Parish in Shelby Township, is the lead organizer for the event. He's my guest on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast.

Father Joe answers the question: why a revival, and why now? We discuss the planning for the event, the day's schedule as well as the opportunity it will provide for people of faith to come together for spiritual renewal.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:34 Matt's background in media 

02:34 His 28 years in the public relations field 

03:41 On his role in helping clients 

05:05 Clients on accepting and rejecting PR advice 

07:12 on CBS turmoil and 60 minutes controversy 

14:00 political pressure driving corporate media decisions 

15:45 role of media remains important 

17:45 Matt on Brad Galli's decision to leave TV for social media 

21:12 Importance of credibility for local journalists 

24:24 Reflections on 2026 Ma...

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Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction 

02:30 On his decision to leave WXYZ-TV 

05:00 What is The Brad Galli Show? 

07:58 How do you make this happen? 

10:00 How big a career risk is this move? 

13:00 Explains how social media platforms compensation creators 

14:50 The reaction to the launch of his social media efforts 

17:45 Important mentors in his professional career 

25:01 End of show

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Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction 

02:00 Harrison Community Center Project vision 

04:49 On building becoming a community hub 

06:46 Rochester Community Schools must make decision on building's future 

10:57 Why project is important to both men 

13:22 Sees potential in future use of the historic building 

16:06 Financial support necessary for project to come to fruition 

18:02 Website for more information on the project 

18:56 Building would be managed by the community for the community 

20:28 Building would become an asset for...

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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 r...

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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...

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!

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: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 

19:5...

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.

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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! 

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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.

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January 22, 2026 ~ Michigan is facing a literacy crisis in our schools. But it's not just our state. Pamela Good, the co-founder and CEO of Beyond Basics is sounding the alarm on Michigan's literacy crisis and advocating for change. Literacy rates have been declining for more than a decade. The Beyond Basics program has a demonstrated record of success in elevating children's reading skills to grade level proficiency or beyond. On this episode, we discuss how we've gotten to this point and the action needed to combat illiteracy. Good says it is a challenge that can be overcome. Listen for this important...

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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December 9, 2025 ~ Gary Graff's  new book, The 501 Essential Albums of the '80s, is out now. Emerging artists, blockbuster albums and technological developments were highlights of the decade. Enjoy the conversation as this veteran music critic makes the case that the '80's is arguably music's most impactful decade ever. And be sure to listen back to Episode 35, where we discuss Gary's first book in the series, The 501 Essential Albums of the '90's!

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November 25, 2025 ~ He's a legendary figure in television news in the state of Michigan. In Lansing, Tim Staudt is called "The Dean of mid-Michigan Sportscasters" -- and for good reason. Staudt has delivered daily sportscasts on television for 56 years -- the longest tenure of any sportscaster in the state -- and he's not stopping anytime soon! Tim has covered the successes and failures of Michigan State athletics for decades. He has stories of Duffy, Jud Heathcote, Tom Izzo and many others, and he shares those with us during our conversation. Tim and I also share a professional connection, from the...

November 11, 2025 ~ The annual show, which features more than 1.5 million LED lights, debuts again on Monday, November 24. It attracts over a million people to Rochester's downtown business district throughout the holiday season. Rochester Downtown Development Authority executive director Kristi Trevarrow, who proposed the original idea, is my guest on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast. Hear the backstory and the positive economic impact the light show has created for downtown merchants.

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McElroy, host of Autoline.tv, discusses the state of the industry today and the challenges ahead with EVs, changing government policies, tariffs, and the Chinese threat to U.S. automakers. McElroy is a longtime journalist and industry thought leader. It's a informative and interesting discussion you don't want to miss!

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On this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast, Robert Porcher, three times an all pro during his career, discusses his upbringing in South Carolina, and the important role his parents have played in his life. He also tells stories involving superstar teammate Barry Sanders and coach Wayne Fontes. Porcher also offers his take on the success of the current Lions team and shares why he had some mixed feelings about playing his entire career in Detroit.

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All 29 crew members of the Edmund Fitzgerald were lost when the most important freighter on the Great Lakes sank in Lake Superior. November 10, 1975 marks the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the ship in what has been termed "the storm of the century." In his definitive account, Bacon draws on interviews with more than 100 families, friends and former crewmates of those lost. During our conversation, he also tells the story behind the story of Canadian folk singer Gordon Lightfoot's haunting ballad, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," which chronicles the ship's final voyage.

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Claude joined me in the studio to discuss Detroit's successes, including a record-setting NFL Draft the city hosted in 2024. The NCAA Final Four makes a return to Detroit and Ford Field in 2027. Other big events are coming as well and major conventions are saying yes to Detroit as well. Molinari discusses the expansion of Huntington Place, Detroit's convention center, as well as other development projects that are helping to make the city a more attractive place to visit.

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Honor Community Health offers primary care, dental care, and mental health support to residents of a number of communities throughout Oakland County, including those underserved, with medical care. 
The organization has grown significantly since 2011, expanding its footprint  and services to better address the needs of the diverse community.
Honor Community Health CEO Deb Brinson and Dr. Nikhil Hemady, the chief medical officer, join me to discuss their important work.

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Steve Annear is CEO of the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's and he is about to embark on the Kilimanjaro Challenge. He plans to climb to the summit Africa's highest peak to raise awareness and garner support for the new Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson's Wellness, which opens in Farmington Hills on October 6. 
What's even more amazing than the trek itself, is that Annear will climb the mountain on crutches. He lost his left leg at age 11 due to a blood circulation problem but his physical limitations have not stopped him from meeting and exceeding challenges.
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Mick McCabe has reported on his last high school game!
The "Son of Swami" has retired (again) after covering prep sports in Michigan for the majority of his 55 years at the Detroit Free Press. He's watched and written about the best high school athletes the state has produced and profiled the top teams. McCabe made sure to feature deserving athletes, no matter the sport. He also set the standard for coverage of girls sports, providing an equal platform within the pages of the Free Press.
On this episode, Mick reflects on his long career, discusses the "best...

The Young Fables are returning to Michigan for a series of shows this month. The country/pop duo of Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford will once again play 20 Front Street in Lake Orion on Friday, July 25. 
On this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast, Laurel and Wes explain why they love performing at the intimate venuet. They discuss their music, their latest album, "Short Stories," and why they use their platform as musicians to advocate for greater mental health awareness. Enjoy the conversation!

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Dan Kildee spent more than a decade in Congress representing Michigan districts eight and five, which included his hometown of Flint. First elected in November, 2012, Kildee, a democrat, elected not to seek an eighth term, retiring from Congress in January, 2025.
Upon leaving office, Kildee was named President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. He was also named the next Robert and Marjorie Griffin Endowed Chair in American Government at Central Michigan University, his alma mater. 
During our wide ranging conversation we discuss his career in elective politics, the workings of Congress today compared to w...

For 20 years, Jack Krasula has hosted the one-hour show, "Anything is Possible" on Detroit's WJR radio. On his anniversary show, I had the honor of interviewing him as he looked back on the more than one-thousand episodes. Now, Jack is my guest and we discuss how he found himself on the radio as the unlikely host of the show. We also explore his background growing up on Chicago's south side and his love of the north side team, the Cubs! He was a successful businessman and entrepreneur and a wonderful storyteller. We discuss Jack's incredible collection of autographs, the...

The summer golf season is upon us and northern Michigan is marketed as "America's Summer Golf Capital" -- and for good reason. Barry Owens is the General Manager at Treetops in Gaylord, Michigan, right in the middle of the state's golf mecca. On this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast we discuss what's new at Treetops, the hopes for the summer season for resort operators and the important economic impact golf has on Michigan's economy. 

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Keith Gave covered the Red Wings for 15 years as beat writer for the Detroit Free Press. He was there as the team won the Stanley Cup back-to-back in 1997 and 1998. Gave is the author of four books, including the Russian Five, which tells the story of how the five Red Army Hockey Club stars wound up in Detroit and the initial role he played in the ultimate defection of Vladimir Konstantinov and Sergei Fedorov. We discuss that period, the present day Red Wings and his new book, "The Grind Line," detailing another group of legendary Red Wings who  played a v...

Celebrating a national championship! 
Pat Ferschweiler, head hockey coach at Western Michigan University, is my guest on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast. The Broncos earned their first-ever national title in hockey, defeating Boston University, 6-2 in the championship game of the Frozen Four in St. Louis, Missouri. 
Ferschweiler discusses the storybook season, the support of Broncos' fans in St. Louis as well as the reception when the team returned home to Kalamazoo. We also talk about the future of the program and an incredible new arena that will become the team's new hockey home in a...

The Trump administration's tariff threat has roiled markets and created chaos industries and business in this country and with our trading partners. Journalist and author Micheline Maynard has covered the auto beat for years and brings historical knowledge and keen insight to the rapidly changing situation in Washington, D.C. Join us for a informative discussion!

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The renaissance taking place in downtown Detroit over the past 12-15 years was made possible in large part by the rehabilitation of historic buildings, shuttered for decades, but still standing. Most of those iconic buildings are once again beacons in the downtown skyline, rather than sources of blight and abandonment.  

Journalist, author and historian Dan Austin is my guest on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast. There is no better source for the history of Detroit's historic buildings than the website, https://historicdetroit.org/

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The Ark in downtown Ann Arbor Michigan is iconic!. 
In 1965, a safe gathering space  in a house owned by a local church attracted young people. In the decades since, The Ark became one of the most well known and respected music venues in the country and is still going strong!
Marianne James, executive director of The Ark, and marketing director Barb Chaffer, discuss the venue's history, its impact on folk and roots music and what the next 60 years may look like.   

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Hockey great Red Berenson is my guest on this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast. The former Red Wings player and longtime hockey coach at the University of Michigan talks hockey, shares stories and discusses the upcoming Red Wings alumni game against the Montreal Canadiens alumni team. Join us for my conversation with the Red Baron!

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On this episode of The Dave LewAllen Podcast, our focus is on current military service members and those veterans who have already given so much to our country. My guests are, Tom Lang, representing Michigan Freedom Center, and Kate Melcher, executive director of Fisher House Michigan. We discuss the role these two organizations play in assisting service members and veterans and their families. Join us for the conversation! 

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