Step2TheMic DMVPodcast

Step2TheMic DMVPodcast

This is the ultimate destination for getting the latest news and hearing directly from some of the most recognizable #DMV sports icons!

Episodes

July 6, 2021 25 mins

In episode 51, we are joined by a rising star in women's college basketball. George Mason University Head Coach Vanessa Blair-Lewis joins our Ted Jeffries and Andre Jones to talk about her return to the DMV, playing for her father at Largo High School, and her stellar basketball career at Mount Saint Mary's University.

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In episode 50, we are honored to have a true #DMV legend Step2TheMic. James Brown joins our Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries to reflect on his All-America playing days at DeMatha High School, his relationship with Morgan Wootten, the impact Elgin Baylor had on #DMV hoops, and his minority ownership with the Washington Nationals.

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May 4, 2021 43 mins

In episode 49, we are honored to have a native son from the DMV Step2TheMic. Former Magruder High School two-sport star, Dan Hellie, joins our Ted Jeffries and Chris Miles. Dan relives his days at NBC 4, his passion for the Washington Football Team, working for the NFL Network, and covering the Washington Nationals during their World Series run.

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April 13, 2021 49 mins

In episode 48, former Cal Berkeley and Morgan State Head Basketball Coach Todd Bozeman Steps2TheMic with our Ted Jeffries and Chris Miles. The Forestville, Maryland native reflects on his coaching days at the University of California, the recruitment of Jason Kidd, the College Athlete Economic Freedom Act (Name, Image, and Likeness), and how the "Show Cause" penalty affected his career. 

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March 31, 2021 24 mins
In episode 47, we are honored to have Chuck Driesell Step2TheMic. The former Springbrook High School and University of Maryland basketball standout recount his playing and coaching days with his Hall of Fame Father, Lefty Driesell, playing with Adrian Branch and Len Bias, and coaching the Two-Time Big 10 Player of the Year, Luka Garza.    
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March 24, 2021 40 mins

On episode 46, we are honored to have one of the top coaches in the DMV join us. Doug Martin, former AAU coach with Team Takeover and current assistant coach for Auga Cliente of the NBA G League, Steps2TheMic with our Ted Jeffries and Chris Miles. The trio talk about the famed Goodman League, top NBA talent, coaching in the bubble environment, and Doug's love for Georgetown University basketball. 

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In episode 45, we are honored to have the University of Virginia Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach Jason Williford Step2TheMic. Coach Williford chats with our Ted Jeffries and Chris Miles about the 2020-21 college basketball season, playing during a pandemic, winning the ACC Title and the joy of winning a National Title.

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March 1, 2021 29 mins

In episode 44, Andre Jones and Ted Jeffries welcome Erik Moses to the podcast. Mr. Moses, the president of Nashville Superspeedway and former president of the XFL's DC Defenders, chats with our duo about the landscape of NASCAR, his time living in Washington, D.C., and his passion for the University of North Carolina. 

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February 23, 2021 24 mins

In episode 43, we are honored to have Greg Steed Step2TheMic. The veteran NFL official chats with our Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries about his 18-year career, officiating multiple Super Bowls, including Super Bowl LIV, and his historic night, as the back judge on the NFL's first all-black officiating crew. 

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February 5, 2021 33 mins

On episode 42, joining us is a DMV giant. Fort Washington's native son, Brian Westbrook, Steps2TheMic with our Ted Jeffries and Andre' Jones. The Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Famer relives his high school days at DeMatha Catholic, his All-America days at Villanova and his stellar NFL career.

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On our latest episode, the man affectionately known as "Lurch" will Step2TheMic with our Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries.

Jason Bishop from 106.7 "The Sports Junkies" relives his playing days at DeMatha High School, visiting the White House and meeting five US Presidents, his passion for the Washington Football Team, and the gift he received from Washington Capitals and Nationals.

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January 17, 2021 30 mins

Episode 40, we head over to Hyattsville, Maryland to catch-up with one of the nation's top high school basketball coaches, Mike Jones. DeMatha's head man chats with our Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries about the challenges of coaching during a pandemic, replacing Morgan Wootten, coaching Team USA, and watching his players continue their careers in college and the pros!

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It's a day after the Washington Football Team's 31-23 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC Wild Card game. The DMV is still feeling the pain, but there is a lot to be proud of.  Former WFT legend, Brian Mitchell joins Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries to breakdown the game and look ahead to the future. 

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January 9, 2021 26 mins

Joining our Ted Jeffries and Chris Miles on episode 38 is one of the top basketball coaches in the DMV, Gonzaga High School Steve Turner. Coach relives his high school playing days at Montgomery Blair and coaching in arguably the top high school conference in the country, the WCAC. 

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A lot of news buzzing around the DMV this week. Hot topics include the future of Dwayne Haskins, the rise of Chase Young, Markelle Fultz's new contract, and Russell Westbrook's Wizards debut.

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December 21, 2020 27 mins

Special honor for the Step2TheMic team. Joining us on episode 36 is Jesse Washington, the co-author of the book " I came as a shadow", the autobiography of Georgetown University's legendary basketball coach John Thompson, Jr.  Jesse shares stories with our Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries about why isn't there more cussing in the book given Coach's well known love of a particular word, who were his biggest influen...

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Okay #DMV, as we prepare for the start of the 2020-2021 NBA season our Chris Miles, Ted Jeffries and Deno Campbell weigh-in on the All-Star trade that sent John Wall to Houston for Russell Westbrook. The trio also breakdown the effects of the CoVid-19 pandemic on the NFL and college athletics.

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December 5, 2020 35 mins
With the start of the college basketball season upon us, the Step2TheMic team takes a visit to the hilltop and chats with Howard University Head Basketball Coach Kenny Blakeney. The head Bison talks recruiting, the upcoming season and his greatest basketball influence.  
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November 18, 2020 41 mins

On episode 33, we are honored to have one of the best in the business join this pod! Former Duke basketball player/coach and current ESPN College Basketball analyst Jay Bilas joins Chris Miles and Ted Jeffries. Topics include: should college basketball players be paid, how will college basketball deal with the CoVid-19 pandemic and who's the next great college basketball coach

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November 7, 2020 29 mins

On episode 32, our Andre Jones chats with a woman who embodies the word courage. Donna Hopkins, a former collegiate athlete and breast cancer survivor, Steps2TheMic to encourage and motivate anyone who is fighting this battle.

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