• Lon Kruger on the Coaches vs. Cancer Auction, being the father of a coach, and centering family after retirement
    Nov 22 2024

    College Basketball Hall of Famer Lon Kruger joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to highlight Coaches vs. Cancer's mission, describe the awesome experiences available with the Coaches vs. Cancer Auction, following his son Kevin as the head coach of UNLV, and how family allowed him to take a step back into retirement from coaching. How does Lon Kruger Make A Difference? Listen to find out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ATnfE52Dmas


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    41 mins
  • Make A Difference visits St. Joseph's Prep
    Nov 13 2024

    Phil Martelli (C/O '72) returned to his old stomping grounds on 17th and Girard to St. Joseph's Prep to speak with a trio of Prep students who are Making a Difference in their school community. Emilio Diaz ('25), Ciaran McGahey ('27) and Henry Thiel ('25) joined the show to share their service work with the school and inspire others to join in. How do St. Joseph's Prep students Make A Difference? Listen to find out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ieaITUzqT_I


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    51 mins
  • Geno Auriemma on the growth of the women's game, Bishop Kenrick memories, & the importance of moms
    Nov 6 2024

    UConn Huskies Women's Basketball Coach and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Geno Auriemma joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to talk about the start of their coaching days together at Bishop Kenrick, his rise to the greatest women's basketball coach of all time, how the women's game has grown, and how a motherly instinct has had an impact on him as a coach. How does Geno Auriemma Make A Difference? Listen to find out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/_1zrToa2F7I


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    1 hr
  • John Calipari on A10 memories, being present for his players & the state of college basketball
    Oct 30 2024

    Arkansas Razorbacks Men's Basketball Coach and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer John Calipari joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to talk shop on a golden era of the A10 conference, being present for his players at all stages of their lives, and did not mince words when discussing the state of college basketball. How does John Calipari Make A Difference? Listen to find out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/odEmkCae5yw


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    50 mins
  • Dr. Randall Miller on the history of Philadelphia, down ballot voting, & civic education
    Oct 24 2024

    Saint Joseph's University history professor and dear friend of the podcast Dr. Randall Miller joined the show to discuss the vibrancy of the city of Philadelphia and detail how everyone can Make A Difference in the upcoming election on November 5th, far beyond casting their vote for our next president. Phil Martelli also gave us a look under the hood at scheduling in the college basketball world as we inch closer to the start of the season.


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


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    52 mins
  • 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
    Oct 18 2024

    Penn-Delco School District Superintendent Dr. George Steinhoff joined the Make A Difference podcast to discuss how he builds a better future for his students in his school district, the importance of extra-curricular activities, and who has made a difference for him in his journey as an educator. Phil also updates us on where he's been and where he's headed next as he Makes A Difference, and reacts to the news that Tony Bennett is retiring as head coach of Virginia Men's Basketball.


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


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    42 mins
  • Tom McCarthy on the Phillies' NLDS exit, sharing his passion with his family, and SJU memories
    Oct 12 2024

    Phillies play by play broadcaster Tom McCarthy joined the Make A Difference podcast to lament the Phillies early playoff exit, discuss adjusting to the NFL and college hoops schedules, detail how he can Make A Difference, share his relationship with a son who followed in his footsteps, and reminisce on calling St. Joe's games back in the day.


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


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    39 mins
  • Introducing Make A Difference with Phil Martelli
    Oct 3 2024

    As Philly and college hoops legend Phil Martelli puts basketball in the rearview, he has one question on his mind: how can you Make A Difference? Phil aims to do that with his new campaign, changing the way schools, businesses and most importantly people approach everyday challenges. Along with co-host Jared Phillips, Phil will welcome in guests from sports, entertainment, education and business to hear their story and see how they too can Make a Difference. Our first episode lays the groundwork for the show, updates us on Phil's journey since leaving Michigan, and even talks a little Fightin' Phils and Red October. Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


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    46 mins