Make A Difference with Phil Martelli
How can you Make A Difference? Philadelphia basketball legend Phil Martelli along with co-host Jared Phillips sit down with leaders in sports, entertainment, education and business to share stories, build relationships, and most importantly, Make A Difference. New episodes every week on Youtube, X, and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Brian Mermelstein, the creator of the Philadelphia Catholic League documentary "In Good Faith" joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how his PCL documentaries came about, his inspiration and process behind getting into long form storytelling, and why the catholic league is one of the very best basketball leagues in the country. How does Brian Mermelstein Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared P...
Bonner boys basketball head coach Billy Cassidy and juniors Korey Francis, Kam Jackson, and Jakeem Carroll joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss their state championship, the highs and lows of the season, how they were able to band together to achieve greatness, and how they maintain that level of success. How does Bonner Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella...
NBA legend Charles Barkley joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the current state of basketball at the pro and college levels, what player made the biggest impact on him in his career, and why Philly embraced him and his character. How does Charles Barkley 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/y4D...
Legendary NBA referee Joey Crawford joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his induction into the Naismith Hall of Fame, how he handled heckling fans throughout his career, and how his Philly roots shaped him as a referee. How does Joey Crawford 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/IBe5kwTshb8
Luke Epplin, author of Moses and the Doctor, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his new book, how the city of Philadelphia embraced the two basketball stars, and how they bridged the styles of the NBA and ABA in their quest for a championship. We were also joined by Maura Gilroy and Jack Naegle for the Philadelphia All Star Labor Classic, pitting city and suburban all stars against one another at Holy Family on ...
Tom Crean joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to give his courtside reaction to UConn's unbelievable comeback over Duke, what to expect this weekend at the Final Four, and how his journey through coaching shaped his basketball career. We were also joined by a pair of All Star Labor Classic honorees, Bensalem's Grace McShane and Frankford's Doron Ross, to discuss what it means to them to be honored as stars in the Greater Ph...
Gary Brooks and Matt Catania joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to advocate for Challenger Baseball, a little league baseball program that gives young athletes with disabilities the chance to compete at the little league level and beyond. How do Gary and Matt 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/HYgUAdqew...
NBC Sports Philadelphia sports anchor Amy Fadool and longtime Philadelphia Daily News sports writer Mike Kern joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli at the Coaches vs. Cancer Tourney Tipoff Breakfast from Xfinity Mobile Arena to explain who has made a difference in their lives and share some stories about why crushing cancer is so important to them. How do Amy and Mike Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jar...
Joseph Kelly, Program Director at Peter's Place, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss Peter's Place's mission to help guide children and families through loss with grief counseling services. How does Joseph Kelly 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/SsNS5xrqo20
Camino Farms Board Chair Pierce Keating and Executive Director Katrina Keating joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how Camino Farms provides a unique retreat experience for groups from all different backgrounds, with an emphasis on marginalized groups and those with intellectual disabilities. How do Pierce and Katrina Keating Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Cap...
Markward Club Executive Director Joe Rapczynski joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his role with the Markward Club, his history in Philadelphia basketball as a player and coach, and some of his biggest coaching influences over the years. How does Joe Rapczynski Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu....
Michigan's Will Tschetter on his upbringing, becoming well-rounded, and staying loyal in the NIL era
Will Tschetter, a member of the number one men's basketball team in the country in Michigan, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his upbringing on a farm in Minnesota, how he's stayed well-rounded throughout his academic and athletic career, and why he's stayed loyal to Michigan's program through the current NIL/transfer portal era of college basketball. How does Will Tschetter Make A Difference? Listen to find o...
Joe Richmond on community, family and being the ambassador of basketball for the Delaware Blue Coats
Delaware Blue Coats Ambassador of Basketball Joe Richmond joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his role with community outreach for the Blue Coats, how he keeps his unique energy up at all times and how that is infectious for his team, and growing up in Philadelphia and the lessons learned through basketball. How does Joe Richmond Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick ...
The Make A Difference with Phil Martelli podcast visited Marple Newtown High School to meet with the student leaders of their Mini-THON event happening on Friday, February 27th. The even is modeled after Penn State's THON, which is a dance marathon raising money for children with childhood cancer. Marple Newtown has a goal of $65,000 raised this year, and here's where you can help: https://fourdiamonds.donordrive.com/marplenewtownh...
Philadelphia sports media legend Howard Eskin joined the show to share stories from his lengthy sports media career in Philly television and radio, some of his favorite encounters with Philly athletes and coaches, why he sticks to his guns with his sports opinions even when they might not be popular opinion, and how he has given back to the Philadelphia community over the years, particularly the Eagles Autism Foundation. How does H...
Nicholas Morici, Anthony Laimo, and Kellsey Black joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how they're becoming Difference Makers at Neumann Goretti High School, what clubs and groups they've started and worked with that are making a positive impact at the school, and how they plan to carry those lessons learned into the next phase of their lives. How do Nicholas, Anthony and Kellsey Make A Difference? Watch to find o...
Tori Urban, president of Hoops 4 Hope, and Leo Porth, vice president of Hoops 4 Hope, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the founding of their organization, how helping the homeless through basketball has inspired both the less fortunate and themselves, and how we can help in their mission. How do Tori and Leo Make a Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.
Glen Macnow on his print and radio career, adopting Philadelphia as his home, and his love for lists
Philadelphia sports radio legend Glen Macnow joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his journey to Philadelphia, moving from print to radio, and how he's embraced the city with his love for lists and all thing culture in Philly. How does Glen Macnow 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/7boN5GhH5UI
<...Robbie Hummel on persevering through injury, mentors in today's game, & going from player to analyst
Former Purdue Men's Basketball star and current college basketball analyst Robbie Hummel joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how he overcame multiple knee injuries to become a college basketball star, how the role of mentor as a coach has changed in the current college basketball landscape, and what his journey has been like going from player to analyst. How does Robbie Hummel Make A Difference? Listen to find ou...
Tom Van Horn with Choice Sports Cards joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli at their office in Aston to discuss the explosion of the sports trading card industry, how Choice Sports Cards has become a leading provider for sports cards, and why trading cards make a wonderful Christmas gift. How does the team at Choice Sports Cards Make A Difference? Listen to find out!
Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.
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