GOATQUEST

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GOATQUEST is your ultimate platform to dive into the age-old debate: Who is the Greatest of All Time? Hosted by radio personality Joe Gough and former Detroit Lion Tom Beer, this podcast brings lively discussions, expert opinions, and a chance for you to weigh in on the GOAT question. Whether it’s in sports, culture, or beyond, GOATQUEST invites you to join the conversation, listen to experts make their cases, and even craft your own algorithm for greatness. As you engage, your votes contribute to our evolving Crowd List, and the more you participate, the higher your influence. Earn your way to becoming a GOAT Expert, where exclusive rewards and recognition await. Ready to make your argument and claim your spot as the GOAT in your circle? Enough chit-chat—let’s get after it on GOATQUEST.

  1. 59: The Big Ugly

    3D AGO

    59: The Big Ugly

    Joe Willie took the mic to Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor for the Big Ugly, a charity hockey game honoring the late Mike Candela, number 75, godfather to nine children, Westland John Glenn grad, and by every account, one of the greatest human beings to ever lace up a pair of skates. Taken far too soon at 39 years old, Mike's memory lives on every time this crew straps on the blades and wears his number.  This week, Joe Willie pulled players off the ice and straight onto the mic to answer the only question that matters at Yost: Who is the greatest Michigan Wolverine hockey player of all time? We also celebrate the 30-year anniversary of Mike Legg's "Michigan Goal". Dino threatened to pull one off at Yost. Watch the tape and find out if he delivered. This is GOATquest at its best. Live, loud, unfiltered, and for a damn good reason. Timestamps 03:19 Honoring Mike Candela 11:09 Mike Legg's 'Michigan Goal' 15:45 Michigan Hockey GOATs 31:06 Top Scorers and Goalies 40:04 Modern Era and The Tamer Family   Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!” Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com (810) 225-9876 DownTown Pourhouse, Downtown Plymouth, Michigan’s G.O.A.Taverns https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    53 min
  2. 58: Final Four Picks, Blue Blood Programs & the Legend of Saint Cecilia

    APR 3

    58: Final Four Picks, Blue Blood Programs & the Legend of Saint Cecilia

    Joe Willie and Tom Beer are back at the Downtown Pourhouse for the Final Four, UConn's miracle comeback over Duke, Braylon Mullin's 30-footer from the logo, and Arizona vs. Michigan: is this actually the national championship game being played in the wrong round?   Then, the legend, Sam Washington Jr., joins the guys at the table and doesn't hold back. The Blue Blood debate, which programs actually deserve that title, and does it count if it was just one coach? NIL money, the transfer portal, and why coaches are done recruiting high school kids and want 24-year-old men with bills to pay.   Plus, the Sam Washington Foundation has a mission. They need archival footage from the Saint Cecilia Summer Basketball Extravaganza going back to the late '60s. If you've got VHS, Beta, anything, reach out at GOATquest.com. This story needs to be told. Timestamps 04:24 Debating Blue Blood Programs 07:09 March Madness Final Four Analysis 12:05 Detroit Tigers Season Opening 19:16 Sam Washington Foundation and Saint Cecilia's Legacy 31:49 Saint Cecilia's March Madness Moments 39:14 GOAT Lists and Program Legacy 01:00:46 Greatest Coaches Debate and NIL Influence Guest Links Sam Washington Website: https://www.samwashingtonfoundation.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sam.washington.12 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam.washington.12/   Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast   Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com (810) 225-9876 DownTown Pourhouse, Downtown Plymouth, Michigan’s G.O.A.Taverns https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    1h 14m
  3. 57: Bracketology, Beer & BS

    MAR 20

    57: Bracketology, Beer & BS

    Beers in hand, peanut gallery fired up, and zero filter, Joe Willie and Tom Beer break down their Sweet 16 picks for March Madness, going deep on Michigan, Michigan State, Purdue, Alabama, and Texas Tech.   Then the real debate kicks off: the greatest college basketball players who completely flopped in the NBA. These guys were LEGENDS on campus, and then the pros ate them alive. Joe and Tom dig into why college stardom doesn't always translate and how the NBA has evolved into a league that demands freakish athleticism that defies logic.   Who do you think the GOAT is of the 2026 March Madness tournament? Timestamps 03:42 Michigan Wolverine's Performance 22:22 Coaching Styles and Purdue's Prospects 32:30 First Four Underdog Picks and Personalities 39:51 Sweet 16 Shockers 43:10 College GOATs who Fizzled 56:39 Antoine Joubert and Other Guards 1:08:08 Glenn Rice and Final Thoughts   Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast   Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    1h 12m
  4. 56: USA GOAT GOLDEN GOALS

    MAR 6

    56: USA GOAT GOLDEN GOALS

    GOATQUEST goes live from the Downtown Pourhouse in Plymouth with a packed house, special guests, and plenty of opinions from the peanut gallery.   Joe Willie and The Beerman dive into the chaos of NCAA Conference Tournament season, breaking down the teams heating up at the right time and the programs that could shake up March. The conversation then shifts to the World Baseball Classic, where international pride, MLB talent, and global bragging rights collide.   But the real debate of the night? Who are the greatest American-born hockey players of all time. From legends of the past to modern stars carrying the torch for Team USA, the guys break down the players who defined American hockey and changed the game.   Live crowd reactions, barroom debates, and plenty of laughs make this one feel like you pulled up a chair at the table. No scripts. No filters. Just sports talk the way it’s supposed to be. #GOATQUEST #CollegeBasketball #NCAATournament #WorldBaseballClassic #HockeyGOAT #USAHockey #SportsPodcast #SportsDebate   GOATQUEST is your ultimate platform to dive into the age-old debate: Who is the Greatest of All Time? Hosted by radio personality Joe Gough and former Detroit Lion Tom Beer, this podcast brings lively discussions, expert opinions, and a chance for you to weigh in on the GOAT question.   Whether it’s in sports, culture, or beyond, GOATQUEST invites you to join the conversation, listen to experts make their cases, and even craft your own algorithm for greatness. As you engage, your votes contribute to our evolving Crowd List, and the more you participate, the higher your influence. Earn your way to becoming a GOAT Expert, where exclusive rewards and recognition await. 4:30 Can Anyone Stop Duke? Michigan, Purdue & Big Ten Tournament Talk 9:20 College Basketball Sleepers 17:30 Olympic Recap: USA Medal Count & Norway's Secret to Dominating Winter Sports 22:00 Olympic Hockey Gold: Team USA's Incredible Run 33:00 Greatest American-Born Hockey Players of All Time 42:30 Patrick Kane vs Mike Modano: Who is the USA Hockey GOAT? 53:00 Detroit Tigers 2026 Predictions Show notes: Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast   Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com (810) 225-9876 DownTown Pourhouse, Downtown Plymouth, Michigan’s G.O.A.Taverns https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    1h 6m
  5. 55: Spring is in the Air: Detroit Tiger G.O.A.T.s

    FEB 24

    55: Spring is in the Air: Detroit Tiger G.O.A.T.s

    This week on GOATQUEST, Joe Gough and Tom Beer tear through a packed Detroit sports slate as spring momentum builds and the  2026 NFL Draft picture sharpens. The Red Wings are pushing for the playoffs, the Tigers are stacking arms for a serious run, and the Lions face big decisions at pick 17. From Raiders quarterback drama and draft strategy to payroll debates and bullpen firepower, the conversation moves fast. They close with a position-by-position Detroit Tigers GOAT list that sparks legends, arguments, and plenty of old-school pride. Chaos, confidence, and Motor City heat.   09:00 NFL Draft: Top Picks & QBs 12:55 Lions Draft Strategy & Ohio State Talent 25:50 Lions Draft Picks and Player Evaluation 31:50 Draft Recap and Sleeper Picks 35:44 Detroit Tigers Prospects and Spring Training 43:45 GOAT Catcher: Freehan vs. Cochrane 46:54 First & Second Base GOATs 51:20 Shortstop & Third Base Legends 52:30 Outfield GOATs: Heilmann, Cobb, Kaline 58:38 Greatest Tigers Pitchers & Morris 1:01:59 Relievers & Pitcher Contracts   GOATQUEST is your ultimate platform to dive into the age-old debate: Who is the Greatest of All Time? Hosted by radio personality Joe Gough and former Detroit Lion Tom Beer, this podcast brings lively discussions, expert opinions, and a chance for you to weigh in on the GOAT question.   Whether it’s in sports, culture, or beyond, GOATQUEST invites you to join the conversation, listen to experts make their cases, and even craft your own algorithm for greatness. As you engage, your votes contribute to our evolving Crowd List, and the more you participate, the higher your influence. Earn your way to becoming a GOAT Expert, where exclusive rewards and recognition await.   Show notes: Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast   Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com (810) 225-9876 DownTown Pourhouse, Downtown Plymouth, Michigan’s G.O.A.Taverns https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    1h 9m
  6. 54: G.O.A.Tavern Live at DownTown Pourhouse!

    FEB 17

    54: G.O.A.Tavern Live at DownTown Pourhouse!

    The Beerman & Joe Willie take the show on the road to downtown Plymouth. ATS Advisers, Sully Sullivan hosts us, and Dino Candela joins the broadcast to celebrate the Winter Olympics and mispronounce Norwegian names. Super Bowl recap, Tigers off-season moves, Pistons, Wings, and RIP Tracy Scroggins.   02:13 Super Bowl LX Recap 15:39 Detroit Lions: Draft and Crosby 19:46 Wayne State Warriors Coaching Chaos 28:06 Detroit Tigers' Offseason Moves 38:20 Big10 Basketball Outlook 48:20 Red Wings and Winter Olympics 56:17 Most Decorated Winter Olympians   GOATQUEST is your ultimate platform to dive into the age-old debate: Who is the Greatest of All Time? Hosted by radio personality Joe Gough and former Detroit Lion Tom Beer, this podcast brings lively discussions, expert opinions, and a chance for you to weigh in on the GOAT question.   Whether it’s in sports, culture, or beyond, GOATQUEST invites you to join the conversation, listen to experts make their cases, and even craft your own algorithm for greatness. As you engage, your votes contribute to our evolving Crowd List, and the more you participate, the higher your influence. Earn your way to becoming a GOAT Expert, where exclusive rewards and recognition await.   Show notes: Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast   Sponsor links: ATS Advisors, A CPA Firm “Serving the People Behind the Numbers” https://www.atscpas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATScpas1997/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ats-advisors-a-certified-public-accounting-firm/ Patrick Financial Group, John Pelon RIA “Financial Planning With Understanding” https://patrickfinancialgroup.com/ ALezotte@patrickfinancialgroup.com https://www.dtpourhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtownpourhouse/?hl=en Faro Imaging  (we will need and give help with these spots) https://faroimaging.com/ Info@FaroImaging.com

    1h 16m
  7. 53: Super Bowl 2026 Preview - Part 2: Patriots vs. Seahawks Breakdown and Predictions

    FEB 5

    53: Super Bowl 2026 Preview - Part 2: Patriots vs. Seahawks Breakdown and Predictions

    Now it's time to talk about THIS game.   Joe Wilie and Tom Beer go all in on a full Super Bowl 2026 preview, breaking down Patriots vs. Seahawks position by position. From the trenches to the skill players, the guys debate which matchups matter most and where the game will actually be decided.   They revisit the history between these franchises, discuss how coaching decisions could swing momentum, and explain why defensive line play, quarterback mobility, and versatile receivers could be the difference for the big game.   Bold predictions, honest analysis, and zero fluff. This is how football people preview the Super Bowl.     Timestamps 2:11 Super Bowl History and Betting 7:09 Offensive Line Breakdown 12:36 Defensive Line and Breakdown 19:12 Quarterbacks and Receivers Breakdown 23:25 Game Predictions 35: 12 Greatest Super Bowls of All Time     Show Links Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast

    48 min
  8. 53: Super Bowl 2026 Preview - Part 1: Coaching Mistakes that Decide Titles

    FEB 3

    53: Super Bowl 2026 Preview - Part 1: Coaching Mistakes that Decide Titles

    Super Bowls aren’t won on spreadsheets. They’re won by coaches who understand the moment.    Joe Willie and Tom Beer break down the coaching mistakes that swing championships, starting with why going for it on fourth down with a backup quarterback can kill momentum and cost you the game. In the biggest moments, points matter, confidence matters, and context matters, no matter what the analytics say.    The conversation dives into what winning teams actually prioritize: disciplined players and strong defensive line play. The guys explain why smart drafting and personal motivation separate contenders from pretenders long before Super Bowl Sunday.   No fluff. No narratives. Just football truths that win championships.   Timestamps 6:12 Super Bowl Roman Numerals Debate 9:16 New England vs. Seattle Matchup 20:03 Analytics vs. Game Context 31:00 Psychosocial Scoring in NFL 40:57 Fourth Down Philosophy   Show Links Welcome to GOATQUEST! "For behind-the-scenes content, exclusive updates, and more of the stories you love, follow us on our other platforms! Connect, share, and be part of our growing community. You won’t want to miss out!”   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goatquestpodcast

    43 min
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GOATQUEST is your ultimate platform to dive into the age-old debate: Who is the Greatest of All Time? Hosted by radio personality Joe Gough and former Detroit Lion Tom Beer, this podcast brings lively discussions, expert opinions, and a chance for you to weigh in on the GOAT question. Whether it’s in sports, culture, or beyond, GOATQUEST invites you to join the conversation, listen to experts make their cases, and even craft your own algorithm for greatness. As you engage, your votes contribute to our evolving Crowd List, and the more you participate, the higher your influence. Earn your way to becoming a GOAT Expert, where exclusive rewards and recognition await. Ready to make your argument and claim your spot as the GOAT in your circle? Enough chit-chat—let’s get after it on GOATQUEST.

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  • Creator
    Speakeasy Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
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