Matt Elliott:

https://www.bluelakeideas.com

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 Council

19:50 MSU's investment in Detroit

21:13 On Detroit's progress and its future

23:07 Challenges the state of Michigan is facing 25:42

On being a first time author

27:42 His work with Blue Lake Ideas

29:12 End

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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!

#baseball #baseballhalloffame #detroittigers

: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

19:55 The bond of teammates and life long friendships

22:35 The influence of Sparky Anderson on his career and the team in Detroit

27:36 Tram's take on the 2026 Tigers team

30:17 End of show

Alan Trammell MLB stats:

https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/trammal01.shtml

Detroit Tigers:

https://www.mlb.com/tigers

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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.

Enjoy the conversation as he reflects of his years in coaching and his new leadership role on the west side of the state.

#collegebasketball #michigan #podcasts

Southwestern Michigan College: https://www.swmich.edu

Rochester Christian University: https://rcu.edu

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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!

#baseball #michigan #podcast

USPBL: https://uspbl.com

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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

Ferris State football:

https://www.ferrisstatebulldogs.com/sports/fball/index

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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.

Greystone Pickleball Club:

https://greystonepickleball.com

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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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