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Season 8 - Episode 15: EMU Scores Wins, Packs Miles, Features Cea and President Smith
Published on 12/1/2025
Published on 12/1/2025
Episode 15 of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE begins with Greg Steiner and Elena Davis breaking down what they called "a lot of W's" across Eastern Michigan, led by the men's basketball team's road upset at Cincinnati, the program's first Power Conference road victory in a decade. The hosts joke about Steiner's prediction and detail the scheduling quirks, late-night travel, and quick holiday turnaround that framed back-to-back wins before previewing upcoming matchups with Butler and Cleary. They highlight the women's team's strong start and set up two major interviews, including point guard Ainhoa Cea discussing her move from Spain and her growing impact, and President James Smith reflecting on his decade of leadership, community ties, and upcoming retirement. The segment closes with reminders about Giving Tuesday, football signing da,y and Friday's basketball doubleheader.
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Episode 14 of the Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE sets the scene for Eastern Michigans rivalry matchup with Western Michigan as Greg Steiner and Elena Davis break down postseason paths, revisit Westerns last trip to the MAC Championship, and outline the stakes for EMU's senior night. The hosts move through football promotions, highlight recent men's and women's basketball results, and preview the episodes featured interviews. Chris Creighton explains his teams late season growth, senior leadership, and the challenge Western brings to the finale. Ruby Brannon shares her transition from Australia to Division I basketball, her adjustment to American culture and style of play, and the impact of EMUs international roster on her comfort and development.
Published on 11/24/2025
The Eastern Insider Podcast Powered by DTE shifted past its light opening banter and focused on two interviews that framed the episode. Junior swimmer Lucy Noble detailed her path from Florida to Eastern Michigan, her work behind the camera, her years as a lifeguard, and her approach as a team captain. She also discussed the adjustment to Michigan seasons and the bonds that define the roster. The show then turned to head football coach Chris Creighton, who spoke about reaching 200 career wins and the people who shaped his three-decade journey. He pointed to former players, colleagues, and mentors who reconnected during the week, and he reviewed the defensive surge, special teams execution, and road performance that carried Eastern Michigan to the milestone victory.
Published on 11/17/2025
The Eastern Insider Podcast powered by DTE put the spotlight on two standout voices from Eastern Michigan athletics. Head football coach Chris Creighton broke down the Eagles' 27-21 victory over Bowling Green, crediting improved physical play and a renewed focus on fundamentals during the bye week for the team's strong finish. He praised his players' discipline and resilience, pointing to key moments like Ronn Hardin's game-clinching sack and Noah Kim's second-half turnaround. Later, senior swimmer and team captain Ali Kudo shared her journey balancing neuroscience studies with the demands of Division I competition. She reflected on leading through injury, finding motivation in her teammates, and how communication and empathy define her approach to leadership.
Published on 11/10/2025