Best Petey Mac Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 10: Hawaii (Qin Mobley) 44:23

2+ y ago44:23

44:23

In my first episode of the second season, I got my friend Qin Mobley. Me and Qin's friendship goes back to 2000 when we play Pee-Wee football for the West Elementary Raiders. Even back then he was always in his bag when it came to art. We discuss what inspired him during his youth as an artist; how he transitioned into painting and designing clothe…

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Episode 9: Pornstar-ish (Richie Estrada) 1:15:26

2+ y ago1:15:26

1:15:26

Well this episode was real different. Having the day off, I decided to do an episode with a comedy buddy of mine from my time in San Diego. We talked about his earlier life bouncing back and forth from L.A. to San Diego, and eventually living in Tijuana. We then stumbled onto the topic of him doing porn (which I TOTALLY forgot about), and the episo…

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Episode 8: Compton Auntie (Tamiko Kirkland) 1:05:41

2+ y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Finally got a lady on the show Everybody has that one Aunt that they can joke around with at every family function, and this episode with Tamiko Kirkland was no different. Hailing from Compton, CA, she knows her far share of hard time from doing prison time to have a tumultuous marriage to being to a long hail trucker. We talked about how both pris…

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Episode 7: Phunny Phrat (Kadeem Fuller) 1:04:04

2+ y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

This episode features not only a stand up comedian that I watch come into the game, but a fraternity brother of mine who I help initiate into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Kadeem Fuller, an Opelika, AL native, is now taking the Chicago scene by storm. We talk about how his roots in activism gave way to him pursuing stand-up comedy as a much safe…

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Episode 6: The R&B Whisperer (Marlan Ballard) 1:15:03

2+ y ago1:15:03

1:15:03

This episode was pretty much like being back in Atlanta having a late night politicking session with my homeboy at Waffle House. I've know Marlan since he started comedy in 2012, and this episode is no different from the talks we used to have all the time. We discussed how he turned his love for R&B into a podcast which lead to him getting going on…

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Episode 5: Watshapem?! (Terrance Washington) 56:48

2+ y ago56:48

56:48

I've know Terrance for several years (through Facebook) and this was the first time I actually got to sit down a converse with him. We start off my talking about his coming of age in New Orleans. Terrance then reveals how a relationship lead him not only to California, but to the stage. We move on to how a festival kept him on his toes, coming up w…

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Episode 4 - The Marine of Comedy (Kevin Davis) 48:23

3y ago48:23

48:23

On this episode, I interview Kevin Davis who I had the pleasure of working with numerous times during my first tour of duty in San Diego, CA. A retired member of the United States Marine Corps, Kevin tells why he chose to enlist versus going to college or straight into the work force. He also shares his most memorable moments and lessons he learned…

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Episode 3 - DUUUUUUUUUVAL (Chalee, Jr.) 53:29

3y ago53:29

53:29

In this episode I got the famous (Navy wide at least) comedian out of Jacksonville, FL Chalee, Jr, an 18-year member of the U.S Navy who I crossed paths with during my time stationed in San Diego, CA. We discussed his rise to fame going viral on social media; what made him want to transition into the world of stand-up comedy and how that process tr…

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Episode 2 - Trap Nerd (The Legendary Sonny G) 34:35

3y ago34:35

34:35

I'm back! This episode's guest was harder to get in touch with than the president after a sex scandal. After many scheduling conflicts I was finally about to sit down with my former roommate during my time living in Atlanta, GA Steve Roberts aka the Legendary Sonny G. We talked about how Eddie Murphy's comedy special "Delirious" ignite his comedy f…

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Episode 1 - Tacoma's Finest (BoeBlast) 34:06

3y ago34:06

34:06

In the opening episode, I interview BoeBlast, a comedy heavy hitter out of Tacoma, Washington. We talked about his 20 plus years in comedy, how his athletic and Crip background shaped his comedic journey, and his hopes for the future of his hometown of Tacoma. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatunknowns/messag…

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Ben Sowders - UofL Football Director of Strength & Conditioning, National Champ 33:11

3y ago33:11

33:11

After 5 years as assistant director at UGA, newly named Louisville Football Director of Strength & Conditioning Ben Sowders chats all things weight room including his contributions to the 2021 BCS National Champion Bulldogs.

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Julian Tackett - KHSAA Commissioner 45:03

3+ y ago45:03

45:03

Longtime KHSAA Commissioner Julian Tackett rejoins Petey, Drew, & Steve-O to discuss the adaptive nature of the KHSAA's operations on the back-end of the COVID Pandemic.

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Dean Blandino - FOXSports Football Officiating Analyst 38:29

3+ y ago38:29

38:29

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Mac Whitaker - Harrison Co. (KY) Baseball Skipper 45:27

3+ y ago45:27

45:27

Longtime Harrison County (KY) Baseball Coach Mac Whitaker joins Petey, Drew, & Steve-O to chat about his time at the helm of the Breds spanning 3+ decades. Mac's Daughter, NKU WBB Head Coach Camryn Whitaker, can be heard on episode 8 of Season 1.

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Ken Dilger - Former NFL All-Pro TE, Super Bowl Champ 30:41

3+ y ago30:41

30:41

Former NFL Tight End, Pro Bowler, and Super Bowl Champion Ken Dilger joins the show to discuss everything football — from his Southern Indiana roots to his time on the gridiron in Champaign, to his time as Payton Manning’s TE in Indy, to his memories of playing alongside so many legends in Tampa Bay. Dilger brings us up to date with what he’s up to…

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Will Wade - Former LSU Tigers MBB Coach 18:58

4y ago18:58

18:58

THE WHISTLE STOP PODCAST ON LOCATION IN BATON ROUGE TO START SEASON 2: Petey & Steve-O connected with then LSU MBB Head Coach Will Wade on 8/10/2021 to chat about a few topics including: Catching up since he was on in Episode 6 of Season 1 How Recruiting has changed with the new Transfer Portal Having a Staffer that specializes in preparing for Vir…

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Bob Hill - Former NBA Head Coach 1:18:44

4y ago1:18:44

1:18:44

Former longtime NBA Head Coach Bob Hill joins us to chat everything hoops including his start in collegiate coaching, his early exposure to John Calipari, his move to the NBA, and his extensive experience with coaching professionally overseas. Coach Hill also explains what its like to be a mentor to the 3 most important assistant coaches in his lif…

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The Fant Foundation - DREAM BIG Camp 28:48

4y ago28:48

28:48

Former Hilltopper Hoopers Chasity Fant & George Fant chat with us about everything FANT Foundation, Dream Big Camp, & George’s emergence into the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Seattle Seahawks, now to his days as a captain/starter for the New York Jets.

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Micah Shrewsberry - Penn State MBB Head Coach 57:19

4y ago57:19

57:19

After nearly two decades as a collegiate and NBA assistant and associate head coach, new Penn State Nittany Lions Head Coach Micah Shrewsberry chats with Petey, Drew, Couch & Steve-O about everything from his early days in southeast Indiana to his recent move to Happy Valley.

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Greg Mason - Centre College Head MBB Coach 30:55

4y ago30:55

30:55

Longtime Centre College MBB Coach Greg Mason joins Petey, Drew, & Steve-O to chat about D3 college hoops in central Kentucky -- and how his roots around the game of basketball has led to a career at the helm of his alma mater in Danville. Mason starts us out with early childhood memories watching future UK-star hooper Charles Hurt play for his belo…

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Mark Boyle - Voice of the Indiana Pacers 38:13

4y ago38:13

38:13

Longtime radio Voice of the Indiana Pacers Mark Boyle chats with Drew, Petey and Steve-O about everything Indiana Pacers including everything from: His early heroes/mentors in the business Preparing for Big Calls How Special his job is & How great the Ownership/Management is in Indiana His memories of 25+ years working alongside Bobby "Slick" Leona…

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Gerry Pollard - NCAA Referee & GLVC MBB Officials Coordinator 45:10

4y ago45:10

45:10

After just being chosen to work the 2021 MBB Final Four in Indianapolis, NCAA Referee Gerry Pollard joins the show to discuss his unique viewpoint from an official's standpoint and from a coordinator of officials standpoint as well. For officials looking to further their officiating prowess, you can check out HoopsOfficiating.com, or follow @Pollar…

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Scott Davenport - Bellarmine MBB Coach 45:54

4y ago45:54

45:54

Bellarmine MBB Head Coach Scotty Davenport chats with Josh, Drew, Steve-O, & Petey discussing all things hoops...from his early days as a student-athlete, to his times as an assistant coach, to getting his own program at Bellarmine, and finally, to winning the DII National Title at the helm of the Knights. He also talks about his program’s DI trans…

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Carrie Daniels - Scottsburg (IN) HS Girls Hoops Coach 1:11:29

4y ago1:11:29

1:11:29

After many years as a WKU WBB assistant coach, the head WBB coach at Austin Peay, and the head coach at Clarksville Academy, Coach Carrie Daniels is now the head girl's basketball coach at Scottsburg High School - her alma mater. Coach Daniels talks about many fond memories as player, moving to Las Vegas to become an assistant coach, working Michae…

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David Boyden - Richmond MBB Asst. Coach / Former WKU Forward 42:59

4y ago42:59

42:59

Former WKU forward & current Richmond Spiders' Assistant Coach David Boyden chats with us about all things involved with developing into an assistant coach, being a conduit between the players & coaching staff, and bringing back the glory days of his time as a captain on multiple Sun Belt Championship teams as a WKU Hilltopper! David can be followe…

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Matt Heissenbuttel - Lexington Catholic (KY) Boys Hoops Asst. / Former UK Guard 49:28

4+ y ago49:28

49:28

Former UK Guard & current Lexington Catholic Assistant Boys Assistant Coach Matt Heissenbuttel chops it up with Josh, SteveO & Petey about all things UK Hoops and Lex Cath Hoops! Matt can be followed on Twitter @MattHeiss15. Also, Thanks to Jason at Campbell Chevrolet for sponsoring this episode - Call/Text him at 270.996.8365 to schedule your test…

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Blair Schaefer - Texas WBB Director of Operations 30:34

4+ y ago30:34

30:34

After a successful playing career as a 3-point threat & a defensive stopper at Mississippi State, followed by a stint as the Director of Player Development in Starkeville, new Texas Women's Basketball Director of Operations Blair Schaefer chats with Petey, Drew, & Steve-O about her job duties and reminisces about her playing days at MS State during…

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Coach Joanne P. McCallie - Author "Secret Warrior: A Coach and Fighter, On and Off the Court" 46:09

4+ y ago46:09

46:09

After 30+ years as a Division I women's basketball coach, Former Maine, Michigan State, & Duke Head Coach Joanne P. McCallie steps out of the shadows from her Bipolar Disorder Battle to author "Secret Warrior: A Coach and Fighter, On and Off the Court." Her book was released on February 16, 2021 & is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. **Interv…

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Keaton Belcher - Former Ryle HS (KY) AD/Boys Hoops Coach 18:24

4+ y ago18:24

18:24

In his 2nd year at the helm of the Ryle Raiders, Coach Keaton Belcher chats with Drew, Steve-O, & Petey about his time as a player at Pendleton County High School, to his time as a player at Belmont University under Hall of Fame coach Rick Byrd, to his entrance into coaching as a GA, to coaching former UK/now WKU wing Dontaie Allen at PCHS, & his r…

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Michael Casagrande - Alabama Football Beat Writer / AL.com 22:33

4+ y ago22:33

22:33

On the heels of covering another National Championship for Alabama Football, AL.com Reporter Michael Casagrande chats with Drew, Petey & Steve-O about all things Alabama Football, and also a dive into his time as a WKU journalism major covering the Hilltoppers. Michael can be followed on Twitter @ByCasagrande. Also, Thanks to Jason at Campbell Chev…

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Brad Pittman - Wichita State Sr. Assoc. AD 48:05

4+ y ago48:05

48:05

Providing our listeners with a behind-the-scenes look into college athletics, Wichita State Senior Associate Athletics Director for Facilities & Operations Brad Pittman talks with Petey, SteveO & Josh about: What his job entails on a day-to-day basis Dealing with the COVID19 Shutdown & Start-Up and his "popcorn smell" moment How valuable his time a…

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Justin Ray - Thomas More Univ. MBB Head Coach 35:24

4+ y ago35:24

35:24

In his 3rd year at the helm of the men's basketball program at Thomas More University, Coach Justin Ray chats with Petey, Josh & Steve-O about: The landscape of small college basketball How his playing days at Christian Brothers segued into getting bit by the coaching bug Getting his shot at being on a D1 staff Moving south 50 miles to go back home…

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BEST OF 2020 WHISTLE STOP PODCAST BROUGHT TO YOU BY 19NINE 20:50

4+ y ago20:50

20:50

This episode brought to you by 19NINE.

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Rob Ehsan - Stanford MBB Asst Coach, Former UAB MBB Head Coach, Maryland Interim Head Coach 35:46

4+ y ago35:46

35:46

Former Maryland Assistant Coach and Interim Head Coach & Former UAB MBB Head Coach Rob Ehsan joins Petey, SteveO, & Josh to chat about all things hoops including: How a playing career on the West Coast turned into a coaching career on the East Coast with a start working camp at Gary Williams' camp in College Park Being a GA, an assistant coach & In…

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Alex Hausladen - UL-Monroe MBB Assistant Coach 55:04

4+ y ago55:04

55:04

In this episode, SteveO, Josh & Petey chat with then-Texas State MBB DOBO & Current UL-Monroe Assistant Coach Alex Hausladen. Coach Haus started as a student manager at Arkansas and has also been a Graduate assistant & video coordinator, an assistant coach, as well as DOBO for the Texas State Bobcats. **UPDATE: Coach Haus accepted an assistant coac…

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Kristy Curry - Alabama WBB Head Coach 34:54

4+ y ago34:54

34:54

Entering her 8th season at the helm of the Crimson Tide, Alabama Head Women's Basketball Coach Kristy Curry talks with Petey, Josh, & SteveO about her time coaching high school in Weston & Mansfield (LA), then as a college coach in New Orleans, College Station, Ruston, West Lafayette, Lubbuck, & Tuscaloosa. Coach Curry discusses Her team’s hoops se…

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Kyle Getter - UVA MBB Assistant Coach 46:08

4+ y ago46:08

46:08

After coaching at literally every level of college basketball, UVA MBB Director of Recruiting/Player Development Kyle Getter joins Petey, Coach Couch & Steve-O to talk about the Cavalier hoops team tipping off on November 25th and more including: How his start in coaching evolved after playing 2 years at Centre College Serving as a Student Assistan…

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Matt Insell - Middle Tennessee WBB Assistant Coach 1:01:01

4+ y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Middle Tennessee Women's Assistant Basketball Coach Matt Insell joins Petey, Steve-O, & Josh on the cusp of the 2020-2021 season to discuss women's college hoops including: Early Coaching Duties in 10U AAU / Getting beat by 105 Memories in Knoxville Being a DOBO at LA Tech which led to becoming an assistant coach at Kentucky Matthew Mitchell's impa…

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Travis Hudson - WKU Head Volleyball Coach 59:10

4+ y ago59:10

59:10

As the longest tenured head coach at WKU, Head Volleyball Coach Travis Hudson chats with Petey & Drew about everything from volleyball to some other topics including: His 1st exposure to Volleyball Becoming a member of the WKU Volleyball staff Being Interim Head Coach / Being a Cheap Interview Building a Culture at WKU Earning Respect vs. Demanding…

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Nick Buchert - NBA Referee 59:54

4+ y ago59:54

59:54

After just completing his 10th season as a full-time NBA Referee, Nick Buchert chats with Petey & Steve-O about all things officiating including: Getting his start at a young age in Orlando His 1st Mentor in Officiating Traveling the Country & Getting noticed at Officiating Camps Being Invited to work Vegas Summer League & Hired in the D-League Ear…

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Alyssa D'Errico - UDayton Volleyball Associate Head Coach 37:27

4+ y ago37:27

37:27

No stranger to championship volleyball, University of Dayton Volleyball Associate Head Coach Alyssa D'Errico chats with Petey, Drew & Steve-O about the following topics: Early playing days of championship pedigree The Recruiting Process & Continued Success in Happy Valley Playing for a Legend in Russ Rose at Penn State Playing Professionally & the …

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Jim Kelch - Voice of NKU Hoops / Former Cincinnati Reds Broadcaster 34:11

4+ y ago34:11

34:11

A 1-On-1 interview with Host Drew Amman, NKU Hoops Voice & Former Cincinnati Reds Broadcaster Jim Kelch sits down to discuss: The importance of having a mentor - regardless of your profession Working alongside Marty Adapting from Radio to TV Broadcasts Calling a No-Hitter by Reds Pitcher Homer Bailey Covering the NKU Norse…

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Will McCoy - Greenwood HS (KY) Boys Hoops Coach 35:56

4+ y ago35:56

35:56

Entering his 2nd season at the helm of the Greenwood Gators, Boys Basketball Coach Will McCoy visits with Petey, Steve-O, Drew, Coach Couch & Josh to talk hoops. Discussion from this episode includes: Recapping his time as high school assistant coach How to run a program / Detailed Practice Preparation Delegation of Staff Duties/Letting Assts Have …

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Preston Spradlin - Morehead State Head MBB Coach 46:11

4+ y ago46:11

46:11

Entering his 4th full season as Morehead State Basketball Coach, Preston Spradlin chats with Josh, Petey, & Stephen to discuss a variety of topics including: How his playing days & work-study program at Alice Lloyd College formed his work ethic Working for Coach Cal / Learning the video side of coaching from the great Tim Asher Coaching Internation…

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Phil Martelli - UMichigan Associate Head Coach 39:46

4+ y ago39:46

39:46

Hall of Fame Coach & Current Michigan Associate Head Coach Phil Martelli chops it up with the hosts about a wide variety of issues including: How he's always befriended the student managers of the program Memories of being an Assistant with Coach Dennis Felton (Episode 29) Being an Assistant Coach again How Juwan Howard's energy inspired him to acc…

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Calamity McEntire - Illinois WBB Associate Head Coach 35:16

4+ y ago35:16

35:16

Former Dayton/Texas & Current Illinois WBB Associate Head Coach Calamity McEntire chats with us about a variety of topics - including knowing your role as an assistant coach, having a strategic plan for your next coaching job, and what she enjoys off the floor. Coach McEntire highlights her early days of coaching as a student manager at Tennessee u…

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Kevin Malast - MALKA Sports VP of Talent 53:32

4+ y ago53:32

53:32

Former Rutgers Captain & NFL Veteran Kevin Malast joins the show to talk about his life after the NFL in his role as VP of Talent at MALKA Sports. Originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Chicago Bears in 2009, Malast also played with the Tennessee Titans & the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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Dennis Felton - George Mason MBB Associate Head Coach 35:24

4+ y ago35:24

35:24

Former WKU, Georgia, & Cleveland State Head Coach. Fordham Assistant Coach, & now current George Mason Associate Head Coach Dennis Felton joins the show to chat about his tenure in collegiate and professional coaching, highlighting his time as head coach of the WKU Hilltoppers.

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Bruce Buggs / Greg "Petey" Petersen - Suicide Awareness Episode 57:08

4+ y ago57:08

57:08

With September being Suicide Awareness Month, we are joined by LSU Athletics Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Mental Health Bruce Buggs, II. Bruce shares his experiences with the LSU Athletic Department and how he has helped student-athletes cope with loss, especially with LSU Men's Basketball after the tragic death and loss of Wayde Sims in S…

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Travis Stone - Churchill Downs Track Announcer / Voice of the Kentucky Derby 23:50

4+ y ago23:50

23:50

In Part II of our Kentucky Derby Series we are joined by Churchill Downs Track Announcer Travis Stone as he prepares for the Run for the Roses - The 146th Kentucky Derby! Travis reflects on his early days at the track as he grew up just an hour north of Saratoga, New York. He grew up idolizing legendary track announcer Tom Durkin, which fueled his …

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