The Dave LewAllen Podcast

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.   Rising From...

#publicrelations #media #detroit Tanner Friedman: https://tannerfriedman.com   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...

#bradgalli #tvsports #detroit #michigan #podcasts  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 profe...

Harrison Community Center Project:  https://www.harrisoncentermi.org  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 nec...

#basketball #NBA #camps #DetroitPistons 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 o...

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 im...

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  0...

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 sp...

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  Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davelewallenwxyz/  Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/tvnewzguy  Faceboo...

: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...

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...

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 gra...

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 Rob...

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. T...

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 i...

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 Michiga...

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. He...

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!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

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...

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 conversa...

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...

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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 He...

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 mount...

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 f...