Ron Zetcher

Then and Now with Coach Z

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Then and Now with Coach Z is a conversation-driven podcast that bridges generations through the stories, lessons, and experiences that have shaped sports, leadership, and life. Hosted by legendary coach and NCAA official Ron Zetcher, each episode pairs reflections from the past with perspectives on the present, exploring how the values of teamwork, discipline, integrity, and perseverance remain relevant in a rapidly changing world. Through candid interviews with athletes, coaches, officials, broadcasters, and other notable guests, Coach Z uncovers the defining moments that shaped their journe

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Ron Zetcher

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Ep. 005 | Gene Gieselmann | Then & Now 09.07.2026 40:31

In Episode 5 of Then & Now with Coach Z , legendary St. Louis Cardinals Head Athletic Trainer Gene Gieselmann joins Coach Z in the studio for an unforgettable conversation spanning nearly three decades inside one of baseball's most iconic clubhouses. Gene reflects on his journey to the Cardinals, the evolution of athletic training, caring for Hall of Fame players, and the relationships tha...

Ep. 004 | Bob Hardcastle, Rich Rogers, Sandy Pomerantz | Then & Now 02.07.2026 42:56

In Episode 4 of Then & Now with Coach Z, Coach Z is joined by three lifelong pillars of the St. Louis sports community—Bob Hardcastle, Rich Rogers, and Sandy Pomerantz—for a conversation that celebrates the people, moments, and memories that shaped generations of local athletics. From unforgettable games and legendary coaches to the evolution of sports in St. Louis, the group shares personal s...

Ep. 003 | Tom Dore | Then & Now 25.06.2026 42:10

On the third episode of Then and Now with Coach Z, Ron sits down with Tom Dore, the longtime television voice of the Chicago Bulls during one of the most iconic eras in sports. From his days as a 7'2" standout at the University of Missouri to calling Bulls basketball alongside legends like Johnny “Red” Kerr and Stacey King, Dore shares stories from a front-row seat to the Michael Jordan c...

Ep. 002 | Bill Westbrooks & Todd Burchyett | Then & Now 23.06.2026 37:01

In Episode 2 of Then & Now with Coach Z , Coach Z is joined by Bill Westbrooks and Todd Burchyett for a conversation shaped by decades of experience in college officiating. From Bill’s years spent in a referee uniform to Todd’s work in today’s replay-driven game, they reflect on the paths, people, and pivotal moments that have defined their careers. Along the way, they discuss how officiating...

Ep. 001 | Ron Zetcher | Then & Now 18.06.2026 21:01

In the debut episode of Then & Now with Coach Z, Ron Zetcher shares the remarkable journey that shaped his life in sports, leadership, and service. From his early years and coaching career to decades as an NCAA official and mentor, Coach Z reflects on the experiences, relationships, and lessons that have defined his path. Along the way, he discusses how sports have evolved over the years, the...