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Season 6 - Episode 28: Diamond Victories, Wide Receiver Tales and Hoops Hype
Published on 4/1/2024
Published on 4/1/2024
In this April Fools Day edition of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Eastern Insider Podcast, Greg Steiner and Tom Helmer delve into a spectrum of sports excitement! Head Baseball Coach Robbie Britt shares insights on the team's recent series victory against Central Michigan, highlighting their adaptability and achievements. With series wins against both the Broncos and Chippewas, this marks a milestone for Eastern not seen since 2012.
Switching gears to the gridiron, the hosts engage in a lively chat with wide receivers coach Grant Heard. From his days as a player at Ole Miss to his current role as a seasoned coach, Heard shares his journey, peppered with about his favorite Rebel helmet color—hint, it's not the powder blues.
And that's not all! The guys delve into the thrilling world of college basketball, discussing the recent Final Four matchups and the exciting appointment of Sahar Nusseibeh as head coach of the women's basketball program.
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Eastern Michigan University is celebrating its 97th Homecoming with Operation Paint It Green, bringing a full week of spirit-filled events to campus. Highlights include the retirement celebration for longtime track and field coach Sue Parks, the ribbon-cutting for the new track complex, a track alumni tailgate, and the all-sports reunion before Saturday's 3:30 p.m. football game at Rynearson Stadium. Fans can also enjoy fall sports action, exclusive EMU merchandise at games, and opportunities throughout the week to join in on the Homecoming tradition.
Published on 9/15/2025
This week's Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE opened with a look back at women's soccer's tight loss at DePaul, volleyball's 5-2 start after sweeping its home tournament, and women's golf's commanding lead in Statesboro. The hosts also promoted Thursday's Homecoming Field Day at Rynearson Stadium and Saturday's watch party at Aubrey's in Depot Town. Turning to football, they reflected on the home-opening loss to Long Island, discussed defensive struggles, and examined Kentucky's experienced roster and tough SEC schedule. The episode also previewed featured conversations with head coach Chris Creighton and freshman soccer player Abby Parsons, offering both veteran insight and a newcomer's perspective.
Published on 9/8/2025
The Eastern Insider Podcast powered by DTE returned with a Labor Day edition that highlighted the opening week of September for EMU Athletics. Hosts Greg Steiner and Elena Davis recapped football's season-opening loss at Texas State and previewed Saturday's home debut against Long Island, with Creighton stressing improved tackling, line play, and consistency while praising quarterback Noah Kim and running back Dontae McMillan. The show also featured senior distance runner Cara Weber, who shared her experience of battling epilepsy, undergoing brain surgery, and growing into a team leader while achieving personal bests on the track.
Published on 9/1/2025
Season 8 of the Eastern Insider Podcast debuted with a big opener, as host Greg Steiner welcomed Head Coach Chris Creighton to preview EMU football's upcoming clash under the San Marcos lights. Entering his 12th season with 51 new faces on the roster, Creighton stressed the team's depth, energy, and culture while embracing the challenges of the modern transfer era. Graduate assistant Elena Davis also joined the show as a new contributor, sitting down with senior Hannah Thompson to discuss EMU women's soccer and her unique journey from four-year starter to high school football kicker. With football, soccer, volleyball, and cross country all underway, the episode captured the excitement of another year of all-access coverage in Ypsilanti.
Published on 8/25/2025