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The Eastern Insider podcast is the official podcast of Eastern Michigan University Athletics. Hosted by Greg Steiner.

  1. 2D AGO

    Season 8 – Episode 20: Belief, Baseball, and a Milestone Moment on Eastern Insider

    Season 8, Episode 20 centers on voices shaping Eastern Michigan athletics, with women’s golf coach Josh Brewer and interim baseball coach Trevor Beerman leading the conversation. Brewer shares belief built through winter work, national ranking momentum, and a roster driven by daily competition as the spring season begins on the West Coast. Beerman details a transition marked by trust, continuity, and hunger, pointing to leadership within the locker room, growth on the mound, and pride tied to Oestrike Stadium. Framed by the show’s 200th episode milestone, the interviews carry a feature tone rooted in purpose, patience, and programs pushing toward championships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min

  2. FEB 2

    Season 8 - Episode 19: Dugan’s Title Defense and Paterson’s Return

    The episode featured extended conversations with Eastern Michigan lacrosse head coach Maddie Dugan and sophomore Alex Paterson, placing the focus squarely on people driving the program forward. Dugan discussed life after a regular-season conference title, describing excitement around returning talent, a strengthened coaching staff, and clear goals of postseason advancement. “We’re excited and expected to do well this year,” Dugan said, pointing to experience, balance on offense, and a physical defensive identity as foundations entering the season. The second interview shifted to Paterson, who shared a personal journey back to the field after suffering burns across 28 percent of her body in an off-field accident. Patterson detailed recovery, surgery, and relearning how to walk, all while keeping lacrosse at the center of her motivation. “My first question was asking if I could play lacrosse again,” she said. Together, the interviews framed a show built on ambition, growth, and perseverance within Eastern Michigan lacrosse. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    44 min

  3. JAN 19

    Season 8 - Episode 18: Purpose, Performances Drive Kyrie Lowe, Stan Heath Spotlight

    Episode 18 opened with Greg Steiner and Elena Davis connecting Martin Luther King Jr. Day to a busy week across EMU Athletics, from women’s basketball honoring the day against Toledo to a packed doubleheader and campus events. The conversation touched on national college football, then shifted home as senior gymnast Kyrie Lowe discussed an unbeaten start, all-around success, leadership growth, and balance inside the gym and classroom. Men’s basketball head coach Stan Heath followed with a breakdown of the Bowling Green comeback effort, growth from Braelon Green and Mehki Ellison, and lessons shaping preparation for Kent State. Together, the show blended reflection, competition, and forward motion across the department. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36 min

  4. JAN 12

    Season 8 - Episode 17: Cantu, Kucera Ignite Eastern Insider Winter Debut Show

    Episode 17 opened the new year with Greg Steiner and Elena Davis blending humor with momentum before spotlighting two voices shaping EMU’s winter season. Gymnastics junior Gwendelyn Cantu reflected on her first career vault win, the confidence built through training, and the energy driving a resurgent program ahead of a themed home meet. Tennis coach Ryan Kucera followed with a look at the spring season shift, team culture, and the growth of a young roster as match play begins. Together, the conversations framed a semester fueled by belief, preparation, and competitive edge across Eastern Michigan athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    49 min

  5. 12/08/2025

    Season 8 - Episode 16: Peyton Hill Talks Debut, Creighton Recaps Signing Day

    The Eastern Insider wrapped up 2025 with a fast mix of holiday music talk, lighthearted moments and major news across EMU athletics. Greg Steiner and Elena Davis opened with favorite songs and a story about Davis dressing as a Christmas tree in Detroit before shifting to football honors, a 37 player signing class and the team banquet that highlighted Dante McMillan. They moved to basketball updates, including a look at freshman guard Peyton Hill, who later detailed her early rise and strong support system. The episode also covered women’s games against Indiana and Ball State, the men’s December road stretch and a return home against UMass. The show previewed gymnastics, noted several sports coming back in January and closed by celebrating WEMU’s 60th anniversary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    54 min

  6. 12/01/2025

    Season 8 - Episode 15: EMU Scores Wins, Packs Miles, Features Cea and President Smith

    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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    37 min

  7. 11/24/2025

    Season 8 - Episode 14: Rivalry Week, Senior Night, and EMU Basketball Stars

    Episode 14 previews Eastern Michigan’s rivalry game with Western Michigan. Greg Steiner and Elena Davis outline postseason paths, review Western’s last MAC title trip, and set up EMU’s senior night stakes. They cover football promotions, recent basketball results, and the episode’s interviews. Chris Creighton details late season growth, senior leadership, and Western’s challenge. Ruby Brannon describes her move from Australia, her adjustment to American basketball, and the support from EMU’s international roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    Season 8 - Episode 13: Lucy Noble’s Story and Chris Creighton’s Milestone Reflections

    The latest Eastern Insider episode centers on in-depth conversations with swimmer Lucy Noble and head football coach Chris Creighton, who reflected on leadership, daily routines, and his 200th career win. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    34 min
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The Eastern Insider podcast is the official podcast of Eastern Michigan University Athletics. Hosted by Greg Steiner.

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  • Creator
    Eastern Insider
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
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