Episodios

  • Luke Epplin on his new book Moses & the Doctor and why Philadelphia embraced two basketball legends
    Apr 8 2026

    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 Sunday, April 12th. How does Luke Epplin Make A Difference? Listen to find out!


    Read more about Moses and the Doctor and purchase your copy here: https://lukeepplin.com/books/moses-and-the-doctor


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/1qMbaO3-3AI


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    1 h y 3 m
  • Tom Crean on an epic Elite Eight and how coaching and broadcasting have shaped his basketball career
    Apr 2 2026

    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 Philadelphia area and what it means to Make A Difference with charity initiatives set forth in the ASLC. How does Tom Crean Make A Difference? Watch to find out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/muCva4uUHAY


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    1 h y 8 m
  • Gary Brooks and Matt Catania on Challenger Baseball and creating a more inclusive game
    Mar 28 2026

    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/HYgUAdqewjY


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 h y 6 m
  • Amy Fadool and Mike Kern join Make A Difference at the Coaches vs. Cancer Tourney Tipoff Breakfast
    Mar 18 2026

    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 Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/l8Ye6v-GjQ0


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    20 m
  • Joseph Kelly on Peter's Place and handling childhood grief after the loss of a loved one
    Mar 15 2026

    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


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    50 m
  • Pierce and Katrina Keating on Camino Farms curating a unique retreat setting for marginalized groups
    Mar 9 2026

    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 Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/gWEQLjY86OE


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    49 m
  • Joe Rapczynski on the Markward Club, his history in Philadelphia hoops, and his coaching influences
    Feb 28 2026

    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.be/aAf9nMYKDV8


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    1 h y 1 m
  • Michigan's Will Tschetter on his upbringing, becoming well-rounded, and staying loyal in the NIL era
    Feb 16 2026

    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 out!


    Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.


    Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7e2xdrxR8Bw


    Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod

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    46 m