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Home of TWO terrific podcasts: 1) PAINLESS PODCAST Connect with Interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Featuring Painless Networking (https://www.Painless.Network) members, hosted by Chris Hartweg. 2) THE FADEAWAY WITH DEON & ERIC Join former Illinois Fighting Illini basketball star Deon Thomas and Xfinity Game of the Week reporter Eric Schmidt for their podcast focusing on the Illini, hoops, and life. Painless on... Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/73710 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork And The FadeAway on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TheFadeawayChi

  1. THE FADEAWAY 18 - Will Leitch

    01/10/2019

    THE FADEAWAY 18 - Will Leitch

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 18 Will Leitch, MLB.com, New York Magazine and much more Deon and Eric go to the post with Will Leitch, prolific author and columnist for MLB.com, New York Magazine, and many more. We learn how Will started Deadspin, why he left, and how his roots growing up in Central Illinois and attending the University of Illinois helped shape his writing interests. The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week,” and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we also hear music from Marty Casey’s debut solo album, “The Ground You Walk On,” available now on iTunes at www.smarturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network to activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected TODAY!

    52 min
  2. THE FADEAWAY 17 - Dee Brown

    10/17/2018

    THE FADEAWAY 17 - Dee Brown

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 17 Dee Brown, Illini Basketball Legend The “Human Fast Break” on the 2005 Fighting Illini Final Four Team…Dee Brown was Illinois’ Mr. Basketball and McDonald’s All American his senior year at Proviso East HS. Then, in that magical 2005 season, he was a consensus All-American who earned the Sporting News National Player of the Year award. Dee jumps on the FadeAway to share his thoughts on what’s most important to him in basketball. He also tells Deon and Eric about how many of those key players wound up together, what he learned by playing professionally, and what he’s currently up to. The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week,” and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we also hear music from Marty Casey’s debut solo album, “The Ground You Walk On,” available now on iTunes at www.smarturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network to activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected TODAY!

    41 min
  3. THE FADEAWAY 16 - Dana Howard

    09/28/2018

    THE FADEAWAY 16 - Dana Howard

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 16 Dana Howard, 2018 HOF Inductee - College Football & Fighting Illini, 1994 Butkus Award Winner As the Dean of “Linebacker U”, former Illini Dana Howard still holds the Big Ten record for tackles. Howard still has the swagger of the NFL player he became, and jumps on the FadeAway to talk about today’s Fighting Illini team, his thoughts on being inducted into two Halls of Fame this year and shares some stories about his time on campus. The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week,” and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we also hear from Marty Casey’s debut solo album, “The Ground You Walk On,” available now on iTunes at www.smarturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network to activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected TODAY!

    48 min
  4. THE FADEAWAY 15 - Leron Black

    09/18/2018

    THE FADEAWAY 15 - Leron Black

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 15 Leron Black, Fighting Illini Basketball 2017-18 All-Big Ten Leron Black lead the Fighting Illini basketball team in scoring during the 2017-18 season and was named Homorable Mention All-Big Ten (coaches and media). But this past spring, with a year of eligibility left but a degree already in hand, Leron made the decision to turn pro. Deon and Eric talk to Leron about how he came to that decision, what he’s looking forward to -- and scared of -- heading to Israel for the next stop on his basketball journey, and how he feels he matured over his time in Champaign. The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week,” and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we also hear from Marty Casey’s debut solo album, “The Ground You Walk On,” available now on iTunes at www.smarturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network to activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected TODAY!

    36 min
  5. THE FADEAWAY 14 - Monica Abbott (USA Olympic Softball Player)

    08/29/2018

    THE FADEAWAY 14 - Monica Abbott (USA Olympic Softball Player)

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 14 Monica Abbott, 2020 US Olympic Softball Team Arguably the most decorated softball player ever, Monica Abbott just added another accomplishment to her impressive resume. She and her Team USA teammates recently won a thrilling World Championship game against Japan, thus securing a spot in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. It’s noteworthy because it marks the return of softball to the Olympics since the sport’s last appearance in 2008. Monica joins Deon and Eric to discuss her role in women’s sports, how she approaches her work and having the “Million Dollar Arm.” The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week”, and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we also hear from Marty Casey’s debut solo album, “The Ground You Walk On,” available now on iTunes at www.smarturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music, and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network to activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected TODAY!

    32 min

  6. 08/17/2018

    Ep 51: Andy Totten (McHugh Construction)

    Painless Podcast episode 51: Andy Totten (Director, Sports Americas, AECOM) Meet Andy Totten, VP, McHugh Construction and hear how this “recovering architect,” put his love for sports, knowledge of design and passion for driving and organizing the many moving parts of stadium construction and renovation. Managing $100-120 million in projects at any one time, we’ll hear about how he’s been a driving force on work at the United Center, Advocate Center, MB Arena, Guaranteed Rate Field and now Navy Pier. A key is “future proofing” buildings to accommodate constantly evolving technology, equipment and fan engagement trends. This is conversation three of four from the Northwestern Masters in Sports Administration’s Facilities of the Future Symposium. Special thanks to Doug Bakker, Jane Obringer and Julia Millon for all their help making these episodes happen. Connect with the NU MSA program here: • https://sps.northwestern.edu/masters/sports-administration/ • Twitter = @NUSportsBiz To connect with Andy: • Find his bio and email link at www.McHughConstruction.com and shoot him a note ***** GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR SEPTEMBER 5 PAINLESS EVENT! https://worldbicyclerelief.org/en/event/entrepreneurs-creating-impact-networking-purpose/ Tickets are just $20 and include snacks and beverages. ALL proceeds benefit World Bicycle Relief. ***** Sign up for your complementary Painless membership that grants access to other members, job and event postings and our email newsletter at: www.Painless.Network ***** Please support our partners: + Monroestar - If you have website strategy, design or building needs, talk to Vinay and Dave at monroestar. They concepted, designed and built our terrific Painless.Network website. Head to monroestar.com to check out all their work. ********** About the Painless Podcast: Get to know interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Hosted by Chris Hartweg (@chartweg). Focusing on how and why they landed where they are and the role of mentoring and networking to get there. Other Painless links... Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups/73710 Facebook: www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking Twitter: www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork Instagram: www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork

    20 min
  7. THE FADEAWAY 13 - Dan Hartleb (Head Coach, University of Illinois Baseball)

    04/26/2018

    THE FADEAWAY 13 - Dan Hartleb (Head Coach, University of Illinois Baseball)

    The FadeAway with Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt - Episode 13 Dan Harleb, University of Illinois, Head Baseball Coach One of the most successful Illini sports programs over the past several years is the baseball team. Deon and Eric step into the box with Head Coach Dan Hartleb to talk about this year’s team and how Coach Hartleb found his way to the University of Illinois. The FadeAway is hosted by Deon Thomas and Eric Schmidt. Deon currently does television studio work for the Big Ten Network and radio color analysis during Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball games. Eric can be seen on the Comcast “Game of the Week”, and other sports and entertainment segments, for Comcast in Chicago. Keep in touch with the FadeAway on the following social media channels: Facebook – www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter – www.twitter.com/TheFadeAwayChi Instagram – www.instagram.com/thefadeawaychi In this episode, we hear more of Marty Casey’s debut solo album, The Ground You Walk On. It’s available now on iTunes at www.smareturl.it/MartyCasey. You can also find it on Spotify, Amazon Music, and Google Play. And big thanks to Chris Hartweg and Painless Networking for making us a part of the Painless Podcast Network! Visit www.painless.network for more. Activate your FREE account profile and #GetConnected with 600+ sports and event marketing pros TODAY!

    32 min

  8. 03/28/2018

    Ep 44: Chris Hastings (Chicago Sport & Social)

    Painless Podcast episode 44: Chris Hastings (President/Partner, Chicago Sport & Social Club) Chris planned to be NBA or NFL commissioner, and life took a different turn. He actually technically oversees dozens of leagues now and 130,000 participants, but it’s in the recreation space instead. How did this one-time Division III “possession receiver” carve this different path? What are his recommendations for others looking to break in or find their way? Is he sure he doesn’t want to be a pig farmer? Hear it all on Painless Podcast Episode 44. To connect with Chicago Sport & Social: • Web = www.chicagosocial.com (Jobs page: http://www.chicagosocial.com/about/employment ) • Grab A Game = http://grabagame.com • Twitter = @ChiSportSocial • FB = @ChicagoSocial • LinkedIn = https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicago-sport-and-social-club/ To connect with Chris: • LinkedIn = https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hastings-3450579/ ***** Sign up for your complementary Painless membership that grants access to other members, job and event postings and our email newsletter at: www.Painless.Network NEXT EVENT: April 19, 6-8p with WISE and the USGA. ***** Please support our partners: +2018 IEG Sponsorship Conference. Coming to Chicago April 8-11, this is THE. SPONSORSHIP. INDUSTRY. EVENT. Painless members receive TWENTY PERCENT OFF admission. Save up to $450 when you head to www.IEG2018.com and use our special code: IEG2018PN. + Chicago Sport & Social Club offers the largest sports leagues at locations all over the city. It's not just competition, it's camaraderie. Registration for Spring & Summer is now open. Use code ‘PAINLESS’ to receive up to $75 off your fee. Code is good for a 5% discount off team registration. Register at www.chicagosocial.com. ********** About the Painless Podcast: Get to know interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Hosted by Chris Hartweg (@chartweg). Focusing on how and why they landed where they are and the role of mentoring and networking to get there. Other Painless links... Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups/73710 Facebook: www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking Twitter: www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork Instagram: www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork

    57 min
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Home of TWO terrific podcasts: 1) PAINLESS PODCAST Connect with Interesting people, jobs and places to work in and around sports, events, start-ups and cause marketing world. Featuring Painless Networking (https://www.Painless.Network) members, hosted by Chris Hartweg. 2) THE FADEAWAY WITH DEON & ERIC Join former Illinois Fighting Illini basketball star Deon Thomas and Xfinity Game of the Week reporter Eric Schmidt for their podcast focusing on the Illini, hoops, and life. Painless on... Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/73710 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PainlessNetworking Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/PainlessNetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PainlessNetwork And The FadeAway on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFadeAwayDeonEric Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TheFadeawayChi

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  • Creator
    Painless Network
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2019
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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