All Episodes

Nick Nurse on his early coaching days and balancing family life as a head coach in the NBA

Grace Kenney on being a bright light and inspiring young adults to get involved in their community

Dr. Barry Davis on leadership, baseball, and coaching and teaching beyond the game

Chris Locke on mental health, handling loss, and finishing your life strong

Brett Gordon on following in his father's footsteps and the pressure of coaching at your alma mater

Rich Donnelly on The Chicken Runs At Midnight, his managerial days, and handling family tragedy

Brad Ingelsby on staying on Task, his creative process, and staying true to Delco in his shows

Sharon Pervez-Khan on the Elora J. Khan Foundation and turning a DIPG diagnosis into a mission

Ben Davis on the state of baseball, recruiting, and how the Phillies can win it all

Father Rob Hagan on his calling to become a priest, being a confidant for players, and Pope Leo XIV

Mike Sielski on his writing career, Philadelphia fandom, and revisiting why Wawa is overrated

Jon Rothstein on the state of college hoops, his work ethic, and why he always wears a suit

Chad Babel and Julian Dunkley on building MADE Hoops and fostering individual player development

Trey Morin & Taylor Trevisan on the state of high school recruiting, player evaluation, & fatherhood

Alex Compton on building a pro basketball career overseas and how we can improve youth sports

Jay Scott on the origins of Alex's Lemonade Stand and how it inspires children to help crush cancer

Brendan Quinn on the PGA Championship, writing for different sports, and growing up on Hawk Hill

Matt Norlander on NCAA Tournament expansion, transfer portal issues & his storytelling style

Brian Mermelstein on becoming a documentarian and the magic of the Philadelphia Catholic League

Make A Difference visits boys basketball state champion Bonner High School

Charles Barkley on the state of basketball, his biggest influence, and why Philly embraced him

Joey Crawford on his Hall of Fame induction, interacting with heckling fans, and his Philly roots

Luke Epplin on his new book Moses & the Doctor and why Philadelphia embraced two basketball legends

Tom Crean on an epic Elite Eight and how coaching and broadcasting have shaped his basketball career

Gary Brooks and Matt Catania on Challenger Baseball and creating a more inclusive game

Amy Fadool and Mike Kern join Make A Difference at the Coaches vs. Cancer Tourney Tipoff Breakfast

Joseph Kelly on Peter's Place and handling childhood grief after the loss of a loved one

Pierce and Katrina Keating on Camino Farms curating a unique retreat setting for marginalized groups

Joe Rapczynski on the Markward Club, his history in Philadelphia hoops, and his coaching influences

Michigan's Will Tschetter on his upbringing, becoming well-rounded, and staying loyal in the NIL era

Joe Richmond on community, family and being the ambassador of basketball for the Delaware Blue Coats

Marple Newtown High School students on their Mini-THON event

Howard Eskin on his legendary sports media career, being honest with his opinions, and giving back

Make A Difference visits Neumann Goretti High School

Hoops 4 Hope on inspiring the homeless through the power of basketball

Glen Macnow on his print and radio career, adopting Philadelphia as his home, and his love for lists

Robbie Hummel on persevering through injury, mentors in today's game, & going from player to analyst

Make A Difference visits Choice Sports Cards

Bill Travers on Dear Santa Society, helping children in need & what we get from the gift of giving

Andy Katz on print to television reporting, maintaining fandom, & bracketology with Barack Obama

Chrissie Doogan and John Allen on expectations surrounding coaching at your alma mater

Gianna D'Angelo on turning consulting into education and how Philadelphia schools continue to grow

Cindy Griffin on managing a program, a family, and how women's basketball can continue to grow

Zach Berman adjusting to change, curbing your fandom, and the Eagles chances to repeat as champions

Matt Painter on his coaching journey, his biggest influences, and maintaining a brand

Meredith Foote on the Tiger Woods Foundation's TGR Learning Lab & giving Philly youth opportunities

Dan Gavitt on family, maintaining relationships, and the future of NCAA basketball

Dr. Kwame Morton on connecting with parents, transforming education, and his days playing hoops

Scott Franzke on his favorite call, embracing Philadelphia, and how the Phillies can win in October

Christine DiBona Lobley on Fred's Footsteps, The DiBona family, and uplifting Philadelphians in need

Jamila Harris-Morrison on ACHIEVEability, uplifting West Philadelphia, & being a diehard Eagles fan

Joe Conklin on his comedy career, his best sports impressions, and growing up in Philadelphia

Sal Paolantonio on his most impactful interview and the Philadelphia Eagles' budding dynasty

Back to school with the Make A Difference Podcast

K.C. Keeler on building a staff, recruiting in today's game & putting Temple football back on top

Shayla Smith and Shareef Jackson on the recruitment process and adjusting to the college game

Larry Bowa on his days as a Phillie, player accountability, & what makes the current Phillies great

Jenni Newbury Ross on the PALS mission and inspiring a world of belonging

Michael Baclawski on the Positivity Project and the physical and mental health of today's youth

Leadership Lessons with Phil Martelli at the Fitler Club

Jameer Nelson on family support, learning and teaching, and being the best possible teammate

Anne O'Callaghan on improving the immigrant experience in Philadelphia and beyond

Andre Buck on being an NBA agent, the Philadelphia hoops scene, and the state of sport agency

Josh Verlin on City of Basketball Love, the beauty of basketball, and the best stories he's written

Mike Missanelli on the pulse of Philadelphia sports, changes in sports media, and The Coldest Murder

Sisters Maggie and Cathy of ACCESS Chester on fighting food scarcity in Chester and beyond

Amauro Austin and Terrell Myers on shaping the youth through AAU basketball

Danny Bader on cheating death, radical positivity, and the early coaching days of Phil Martelli

Angelo Cataldi on Philadelphia fandom, pinch me moments, and the future of sports talk radio

Sister Mary Scullion on combatting the homelessness crisis in Philadelphia and beyond

Make A Difference at the Coaches vs. Cancer Baseball Fest

Garry Mills on Shoot Basketballs NOT People and how you can help stop gun violence in Philadelphia

John Fanta on his broadcasting journey, his Cleveland upbringing, and always saying yes

Kris Jenkins on The Shot, why DMV basketball is so special, and his favorite teammate of all time

Jay Bilas on the state of college hoops, Duke's culture, and why you need to watch the Final Four

Phil Martelli Jr. on family, handling the NCAA Tournament spotlight, and the funniest Martelli

Fran Dunphy on lifelong friendships, coaching influences, & co-founding Philly's Coaches vs. Cancer

Joe Lunardi on founding bracketology, being Phil Martelli's co-host, and the worst college fanbase

Aaron Bracy on A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph’s Hawks

Chris Roantree and Andre Noble on winning Philadelphia Catholic and Public League championships

Tom Izzo on chasing Bob Knight, lifelong friendships, & how Michigan State returns to the Final Four

Seth Berger on coaching at Westtown, founding And1, and creating The Players Era

BLOCS CEO Rob Delany on providing educational opportunities for children in need in Pennsylvania

James Jones on coaching in the Ivy League, Suits & Sneakers Week and that first NCAA Tournament win

Ray Didinger on his sportswriting career, Tommy McDonald and the Eagles' Super Bowl hopes

Juan Namnun on battling breast cancer, being a Phillies interpreter, and the power of family

Craig Robinson on the NIL era, the role of the NABC, and being Michelle Obama's brother

Jeremy Treatman on Lebron James, Kobe Bryant and growing high school hoops

Bernadette McGlade on expanding March Madness, being basketball royalty, and A10 tournament bids

Hunter Dickinson on Kansas' national title hopes, being a high school mascot, and his upbringing

David Kelleher on his Adopt A Child toy drive, giving back to those in need, and the 76ers slump

Isaiah Thomas on being a city councilman, coaching high school hoops, and inspiring change in Philly

Lon Kruger on the Coaches vs. Cancer Auction, being the father of a coach, and centering family after retirement

Make A Difference visits St. Joseph's Prep

Geno Auriemma on the growth of the women's game, Bishop Kenrick memories, & the importance of moms

John Calipari on A10 memories, being present for his players & the state of college basketball

Dr. Randall Miller on the history of Philadelphia, down ballot voting, & civic education

Dr. George Steinhoff on building a better future for his students, how extra curriculars prepare them for the real world, and who has made a difference in his life

Tom McCarthy on the Phillies' NLDS exit, sharing his passion with his family, and SJU memories

Introducing Make A Difference with Phil Martelli