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Happy New Year, Superheroes! Today, we're reposting an interview from the Pulse Ox Podcast featuring our very own Erik Qualman. Pulse Ox, hosted by Eric Stopper, explores the intersection of science, spirituality, and high performance. In this episode, Equalman shares his inspiring journey from being cut from his high school basketball team to earning a scholarship at Michigan State University under Coach Tom Izzo. He recounts a pivotal moment when losing teeth during practice demonstrated his grit—turning a setback into the key that unlocked his dream and reframing life's challenges as events happening for us rather than to us. The conversation also explores spirituality, fatherhood goals, and balancing family time amid a busy life. Topics Covered in this Episode: Equalman's Gritty Basketball Triumph "For Me, Not To Me" Mindset Spiritual Synchronicities Dad Goals & Kindness Book Listen to the original episode here: Pulse Ox | Podcast on Spotify Is there a guest you want Equalman to interview on the podcast? Do you have any questions you wish you could ask an expert? Send an email to our team: Equalman@equalman.com 5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling. Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership. Learn more at https://equalman.com
October 16, 2025 ~ Legendary MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Photo: Imagn content service ~ Nick King Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Gary Parrish sits down with Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo for a chat about the current state of college athletics and previews what the Michigan State Spartans will look like in 2025-2026.
Thursday June 19th, Chris Holman was on the road to Eaton Rapids, Michigan, to join others gathered for a 60th Anniversary celebration for Dowding Industries. Dowding Enterprises Celebrates 60 Years Tom Izzo, Sheri Jones and Sparty Join the Celebration! This was held at 503 Marilin Ave. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 at 2pm, June 19, 2025 [Eaton Rapids, MI] Dowding Enterprises, a leading manufacturer and innovator in precision components and advanced manufacturing solutions, is proud to announce the celebration of its 60th anniversary TODAY. Since its founding in 1965, the family-owned business has grown from a small machine shop into a nationally recognized name in the manufacturing industry. The milestone will be commemorated with a special anniversary event on Thursday, June 19th beginning at 2pm honoring the company's employees, customers, partners, and the local community. The celebration will reflect six decades of achievements and a steadfast commitment to quality, innovation, and community service. Founded by Skip Dowding in 1965, Dowding Enterprises has consistently evolved to meet the needs of changing markets, embracing advanced manufacturing technologies and sustainable practices. Today, the company proudly serves a wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, defense, and renewable energy. “Reaching our 60th anniversary is a testament to the dedication of our employees, the loyalty of our customers, and the enduring values on which this company was built,” said Chris Metts, CEO, President of Dowding Enterprises. “As we celebrate this milestone, we also look ahead to the future—continuing to innovate, grow, and give back to the community that has supported us through the years.” Throughout its history, Dowding Enterprises has made significant contributions to the local economy, providing high-quality jobs and engaging in numerous philanthropic initiatives to strengthen the community. The event began at 2PM, be led by Sheri Jones, with guest speaker Tom Izzo and a flyover at 3PM. The video is the Tom Izzo portion of remarks ### » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/
Originally uploaded April 8th, updated June 6th. Chris Holman welcomes Phil Sklar, Co-Founder and CEO, National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, Milwaukee, WI. Welcome Phil, tell us about your Hall of Fame? So you release timely bobbleheads that celebrate the business of sports? Several of your released items have honored sports in Michigan,... this week for the Spartans and the NCAA tournament, and recently MSU Coach Izzo? Talk about the process, are you contacted by universities or does your team research stories deserving bobbleheads? How big a market is there for sports bobbleheads? For reference one of the recent bobbleheads released through the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum: In celebration of Coach Tom Izzo breaking the Big Ten Conference win record, Michigan State's Big Ten Regular Season Title and March Madness, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled an officially licensed, limited-edition Coach Izzo Win Counter Bobblehead. The interactive bobblehead that includes two win counters that fans can use to track Coach Izzo's total wins and conference wins features Coach Izzo, who has led the Spartans for 30 years and recently became the all-time winningest coach in Big Ten Conference history. On Thursday night, Michigan State won the Big Ten regular season title by defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Spartans are currently ranked #8 in the AP Top 25 and #7 in the Coaches Poll ahead of the regular season finale against Michigan on Sunday before the Big Ten Tournament and NCAA Tournament begin. The special edition bobblehead is being produced by the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, an official licensee of Michigan State University. The bobbleheads, which are expected to ship in August, are now available at this link. Each bobblehead will be individually numbered to only 2,025. The bobbleheads are $40 each plus an $8 flat-rate shipping charge per order. Coach Izzo will be donating his portion of the proceeds to scholarships for his student managers. Standing on a block court-like base, the Tom Izzo Win Counter Bobblehead has his fist raised triumphantly in the air while holding a basketball adorned with the MSU logo. The front of the block base reads ‘COACH IZZO” and has a win counter that can be adjusted with each victory by the Spartans while the back of the base has a counter that tracks conference wins. On Saturday, February 15th, Izzo broke former Indiana coach Bob Knight's record with the Spartans' 79-65 victory over Illinois at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois. The win was the 354th Big Ten Conference victory for Izzo, passing Knight for the most conference wins in league history. “I just want to be thankful for the 148 players I coached,” Izzo said after the game. “Each one of them got a win, and those wins helped me. The presidents, the Ads, my assistant coaches. And over six million fans that watched this over those 354 wins, so that's who I want to thank.” With that victory, Izzo upped his career record to 727-300. He trails only seven other active coaches in the sport on the all-time wins list. A native of Iron Mountain, Michigan, the 70-year-old Izzo took over for Jud Heathcote in 1995 after 11 years as an assistant coach. He led the Spartans to their second national title in 2000 with an 89-76 victory over Florida. The Spartans also finished as the national runner-up in 2009. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, which is located at 170 S. 1st St. in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,....
Thursday June 5th, Jeffrey Mosher was on the road, as the Lansing Economic Club event on Thursday, June 5, at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center. This impactful program featured a powerful panel discussion with former MSU Assistant Coach and Champions of the Heart founder Michael Garland and MSU Men's Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo, moderated by WILX News Anchor Ann Emmerich. This video conversation focused on Coach Garland's incredible story of survival after cardiac arrest in 2022, the founding of his nonprofit Champions of the Heart, and the leadership insights from his new book, AGOGE. Coach Izzo share his reflections on Garland's journey and their shared experience building Spartan excellence through resilience, purpose, and discipline, along with support of the Champions of the Heart project. The video occurred during a Media Availability that took place in the Red Cedar Room, just before the Econ Lunch event in Big Ten Room. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Lansing Economic Club Host Panel with Coaches Michael Garland and Tom Izzo June 5 Event Features Powerful Conversation on Leadership, Survival, and Lifesaving Purpose LANSING, Mich. — The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to host a powerful panel discussion at the 2024-25 season finale of the June Lansing Economic Club, featuring former MSU Assistant Coach and Champions of the Heart founder Michael Garland and Michigan State University Men's Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo. The event took place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center and was moderated by Ann Emmerich, Anchor at WILX News 10. This impactful conversation explored themes of leadership, adversity, and purpose. Garland shared his life-altering experience of surviving cardiac arrest in 2022, thanks to two brave passersby who administered CPR and helped save his life. That moment inspired him to launch Champions of the Heart, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding hands-only CPR training, access to CPR manikins, and AEDs throughout communities. Coach Tom Izzo joined the discussion to reflect on Garland's journey, their shared legacy at MSU, and the principles behind the Spartan training philosophy—a discipline explored in Garland's new book, AGOGE. Together, the coaches offered insights on high performance, resilience, and what it truly means to lead with heart. “This panel embodied what the Lansing Economic Club is all about—bringing people together to share stories that motivate and spark impact,” said Tim Daman, President & CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “We were honored to host Champions of the Heart Founder Mike Garland and MSU Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo for what proved to be an emotional and unforgettable program.” “I wouldn't be here today without two people who knew CPR,” said Coach Michael Garland. “Now it's my mission to make sure every community is equipped to save lives. This conversation was a chance to spread that message and celebrate the power of preparation and purpose.” “Mike Garland is not just a survivor—he's a servant leader,” said Coach Tom Izzo. “What he's doing with Champions of the Heart is bigger than basketball. I was proud to sit beside him and help amplify this life-saving message.” Event Details: • Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025 • Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. • Location: Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing, MI • Book Signing & Sales: Immediately following the program, Coach Garland's book AGOGE will be available for purchase and signing in Big Ten Room C
Hour three on this Monday of Hall of Fame Week has a nice little one-two punch. HC of The Michigan State Spartans, Tom Izzo joins first. Then, Smarty Jones, the Hall of Fame thoroughbred, wasn't available for interview so we go the next best thing! His trainer John Servis joins! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 20, 2025 ~ MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo talks to Mark Hollis and Coach Greg Kampe ahead of the NCAA tournament.
March 14, 2025 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Jamie Edmonds break down the BIG Ten Tournament ahead of the Spartans noon matchup against Oregon in Indianapolis, and congratulating Coach Tom Izzo on his fourth time being named Big Ten coach of the year!
Recently, Coach Tom Izzo, head coach of Michigan State men's basketball team, became the winningest coach in Big 10 history with 354 victories, passing Coach Bobby Knight. He gave plenty of interviews and I watched the game as well. He showed a lot of emotion as he realizes this is not about him. He gave tribute to all the players that have played for him, the staff, the fans, the university presidents that he has worked with, etc. He got me thinking & reflecting about some things. I re-posted one of his clips with this thought: “Awesome tribute to many other people that helped him do what he does. Helps me to reflect with gratitude for all the people in my life that have helped me… good stuff here.” This episode is my attempt to get us all to think about the people in our lives that have helped us do what we do along with the person we have become. Emotions flowing for this one. Thanks for putting up with me. Thanks for listening. Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show. Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/ on Twitter / “X”: @coachtosuccess and on Instagram at: @coachjohndaly - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly. Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too. Other things there on my site are being worked on too. Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.
In the inaugural episode of Kevin's Conversations, Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz talks with Hall of Fame Spartan Basketball Coach Tom Izzo. Tom tells Kevin about the value of grind week and the team's recent trip to Spain. And he tells the president about taking his team “back home” to Northern Michigan University for a game. They talk about the changing world of college athletics and challenges and opportunities on the academic side of the house. Kevin tells Tom why he was attracted to MSU, and Tom tells Kevin how and when he first came to MSU. They both talk about the importance of balancing academics and athletics at MSU. Conversation Highlights: (0:44) – Tom, you're just coming off grind week. How does it help build the family atmosphere you like for your program? (2:31) – You recently took your team to Spain. Why did you make the trip, and how did the trip help your team? (5:35) – You're taking your team “back home” to Northern Michigan on October 13. (9:07) – Kevin, what attracted you to MSU? (12:20) – What do you see as some of MSU's challenges and opportunities ahead? (14:15) – What are your thoughts on the changing world of college athletics? (17:35) – How, when and why did you first come to MSU, and what does it mean to you to be a Spartan? (20:53) – Let's talk about your good friend Mark Dantonio. (24:44) – Balancing academics and athletics is important. Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.
June 7, 2024 ~ MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo and Athletic Director Alan Haller join Paul W live from the Detroit Economic Club.
Michigan State Men's Head Basketball Coach, Tom Izzo joins Aaron Zeigler and Avery Zeigler to discuss Coach Izzo's message as part of the Zeigler Speaker Series.
In this episode of "Off the Air," host Sean Baligian and special guest Michael Bochenek dive deep into the world of Michigan State sports, particularly focusing on the rejuvenation of MSU hockey under Coach Nightingale and the struggles of the MSU basketball program. They start with a celebratory note on the recent success of MSU hockey, recounting the electrifying atmosphere at Munn Arena and how Nightingale has transformed the program into a contender, reflecting on their personal experiences and the significant uptick in attendance and engagement. Transitioning to basketball, the conversation turns critical as Sean and Mike dissect the MSU basketball team's recent performance issues, questioning coaching strategies, player development, and the overall direction under Coach Tom Izzo. They discuss the implications of the team's struggle for relevance in the Big Ten and national landscape, contrasting it with the high standards set by past successes and comparable programs. The episode is a mix of nostalgia, critique, and a call for optimism, reflecting on the dynamic nature of college sports programs and the challenges of maintaining excellence. | Got something to say to Sean? Call the Unsyndicated Hotline at 248-237-3257 | Show Credits | Featuring: Sean Baligian & Blake Majchrzak | Produced by: Todd Losey & Blake Majchrzak | Executive produced by: Sean Baligian & Todd Losey | Music: “Play it Loud” by JAM Studio - PremiumBeats.com | Engineering, mixing, & graphic design: Unsyndicated LLC
CB and Clay celebrate Coach Tom Izzo winning his 700th game at Michigan State. Praise is given to the NFL for a fun Pro Bowl weekend where the players appeared to be completely bought into the experience. We dive into Super Bowl LVIII and make our predictions between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs. There may be a small conversation about shows and movies we've watched recently and our outlook on some of them at the end of this episode.
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo may be thinking about retirement sooner than later. At the least the 68 year old Izzo has thought about how he'd go about it according to a recent interview. His departure will be quick and quiet. Don't expect a long "Izzo Farewell Tour." In fact, he likes how Villanova's Jay Wright and Alabama's Nick Saban retired. But Izzo, also said he's too busy with this team to place constant thought into his retirement plan. Izzo's Michigan State Spartans are off to a slow start this season and enter tonight's game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers with a 10-7 record. Izzo is 4 wins away from 700 with yet, another coaching milestone! In other coaching news: It's another day and another Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh story. Now he has interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons for their head coaching position, in addition to visiting with the Los Angeles Chargers about their job opening. Another thing to keep an eye on is the legal battle between the ACC and Florida State. The Seminoles want out of the ACC's grant of broadcast rights deal. The ACC punched back with a legal filing today. We are always interested in this story because we think Florida State is a candidate to join the Big 10 someday! Tune in here to find out the latest. Finally, we get you ready for the weekend with a look at the Big 10 Network's Classics and Live broadcasts. It's all here on Locked on Big 10 with Craig Shemon! Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Website: https://talkbig10.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo may be thinking about retirement sooner than later. At the least the 68 year old Izzo has thought about how he'd go about it according to a recent interview. His departure will be quick and quiet. Don't expect a long "Izzo Farewell Tour." In fact, he likes how Villanova's Jay Wright and Alabama's Nick Saban retired. But Izzo, also said he's too busy with this team to place constant thought into his retirement plan. Izzo's Michigan State Spartans are off to a slow start this season and enter tonight's game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers with a 10-7 record. Izzo is 4 wins away from 700 with yet, another coaching milestone! In other coaching news: It's another day and another Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh story. Now he has interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons for their head coaching position, in addition to visiting with the Los Angeles Chargers about their job opening. Another thing to keep an eye on is the legal battle between the ACC and Florida State. The Seminoles want out of the ACC's grant of broadcast rights deal. The ACC punched back with a legal filing today. We are always interested in this story because we think Florida State is a candidate to join the Big 10 someday! Tune in here to find out the latest. Finally, we get you ready for the weekend with a look at the Big 10 Network's Classics and Live broadcasts. It's all here on Locked on Big 10 with Craig Shemon! Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Website: https://talkbig10.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The Defensive Player of the Year and first time All-Star, Jaren Jackson Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies leads off the show reminiscing about his Indiana prep years when PG was on the Pacers (1:45), why he played for Coach Tom Izzo and why the Michigan State brotherhood in the NBA is so special (15:30). JJJ then breaks down the playoff series against the Lakers and whether or not Dillon Brooks talking trash to LeBron affected the matchup (41:40). Plus, JJJ shares how it felt to win the DPOY and what his first All-Star experience was like this season (1:08:25). Finally PG and JJJ share funny Steven Adams stories, their all-time defensive starting lineup, and JJJ sheds light on Ja Morant's situation and the future of the Grizzlies (1:26:30). . . New episodes drop every Monday. Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok for all the best moments from the show. Follow Podcast P on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/podcastp Support the show: Download the Prizepicks app and for all first time users that deposit and use our promo code PODCASTP will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/k254oaqg Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PodcastP and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stephen A. sits down with legendary Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo to discuss the tragic events that occurred on his campus on Feb 4th, the current state of college of basketball, and who is a better defender - Draymond Green or Jaren Jackson Jr. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mateen Cleaves joins ‘The Draymond Green Show' to discuss why he chose Michigan State over Michigan, what it was like building the program up with Coach Tom Izzo, how his tough times have helped shape him, his bond with his family, and more. #Volume #Herd Produced by: Jackson SafonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.