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Make A Difference with Phil Martelli

How can you Make A Difference? Philadelphia basketball legend Phil Martelli along with co-host Jared Phillips sit down with leaders in sports, entertainment, education and business to share stories, build relationships, and most importantly, Make A Difference. New episodes every week on Youtube, X, and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:50

Luke Epplin on his new book Moses & the Doctor and...

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2026/04/08

Luke Epplin, author of Moses and the Doctor, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his new book, how the city of Philadelphia embraced the two basketball stars, and how they bridged the styles of the NBA and ABA in their quest for a championship. We were also joined by Maura Gilroy and Jack Naegle for the Philadelphia All Star Labor Classic, pitting city and suburban all stars against one another at Holy Family on Sunday, April 12th. How does Luke Epplin Make A Difference? Listen to

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1:07:51

Tom Crean on an epic Elite Eight and how coaching and...

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2026/04/02

Tom Crean joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to give his courtside reaction to UConn's unbelievable comeback over Duke, what to expect this weekend at the Final Four, and how his journey through coaching shaped his basketball career. We were also joined by a pair of All Star Labor Classic honorees, Bensalem's Grace McShane and Frankford's Doron Ross, to discuss what it means to them to be honored as stars in the Greater Philadelphia area and what it means to Make A Difference with charity

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1:05:55

Gary Brooks and Matt Catania on Challenger Baseball...

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2026/03/28

Gary Brooks and Matt Catania joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to advocate for Challenger Baseball, a little league baseball program that gives young athletes with disabilities the chance to compete at the little league level and beyond. How do Gary and Matt Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/HYgUAdqewjYCheck out our website and social media here:

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20:08

Amy Fadool and Mike Kern join Make A Difference at...

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2026/03/18

NBC Sports Philadelphia sports anchor Amy Fadool and longtime Philadelphia Daily News sports writer Mike Kern joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli at the Coaches vs. Cancer Tourney Tipoff Breakfast from Xfinity Mobile Arena to explain who has made a difference in their lives and share some stories about why crushing cancer is so important to them. How do Amy and Mike Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube

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49:42

Joseph Kelly on Peter's Place and handling childhood...

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2026/03/15

Joseph Kelly, Program Director at Peter's Place, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss Peter's Place's mission to help guide children and families through loss with grief counseling services. How does Joseph Kelly Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/SsNS5xrqo20Check out our website and social media here: https://linktr.ee/makeadifferencepod Hosted on Acast. See

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48:42

Pierce and Katrina Keating on Camino Farms curating a...

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2026/03/09

Camino Farms Board Chair Pierce Keating and Executive Director Katrina Keating joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how Camino Farms provides a unique retreat experience for groups from all different backgrounds, with an emphasis on marginalized groups and those with intellectual disabilities. How do Pierce and Katrina Keating Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here:

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1:01:09

Joe Rapczynski on the Markward Club, his history in...

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2026/02/28

Markward Club Executive Director Joe Rapczynski joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his role with the Markward Club, his history in Philadelphia basketball as a player and coach, and some of his biggest coaching influences over the years. How does Joe Rapczynski Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/aAf9nMYKDV8Check out our website and social media here:

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45:53

Michigan's Will Tschetter on his upbringing, becoming...

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2026/02/16

Will Tschetter, a member of the number one men's basketball team in the country in Michigan, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his upbringing on a farm in Minnesota, how he's stayed well-rounded throughout his academic and athletic career, and why he's stayed loyal to Michigan's program through the current NIL/transfer portal era of college basketball. How does Will Tschetter Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the

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44:45

Joe Richmond on community, family and being the...

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2026/02/10

Delaware Blue Coats Ambassador of Basketball Joe Richmond joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his role with community outreach for the Blue Coats, how he keeps his unique energy up at all times and how that is infectious for his team, and growing up in Philadelphia and the lessons learned through basketball. How does Joe Richmond Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here:

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55:11

Marple Newtown High School students on their...

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2026/02/03

The Make A Difference with Phil Martelli podcast visited Marple Newtown High School to meet with the student leaders of their Mini-THON event happening on Friday, February 27th. The even is modeled after Penn State's THON, which is a dance marathon raising money for children with childhood cancer. Marple Newtown has a goal of $65,000 raised this year, and here's where you can help: https://fourdiamonds.donordrive.com/marplenewtownhsminithon How does Marple Newtown Make A Difference? Listen to find

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1:10:48

Howard Eskin on his legendary sports media career,...

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2026/01/29

Philadelphia sports media legend Howard Eskin joined the show to share stories from his lengthy sports media career in Philly television and radio, some of his favorite encounters with Philly athletes and coaches, why he sticks to his guns with his sports opinions even when they might not be popular opinion, and how he has given back to the Philadelphia community over the years, particularly the Eagles Autism Foundation. How does Howard Eskin Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared

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55:34

Make A Difference visits Neumann Goretti High School

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2026/01/20

Nicholas Morici, Anthony Laimo, and Kellsey Black joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how they're becoming Difference Makers at Neumann Goretti High School, what clubs and groups they've started and worked with that are making a positive impact at the school, and how they plan to carry those lessons learned into the next phase of their lives. How do Nicholas, Anthony and Kellsey Make A Difference? Watch to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the

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1:03:50

Hoops 4 Hope on inspiring the homeless through the...

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2026/01/13

Tori Urban, president of Hoops 4 Hope, and Leo Porth, vice president of Hoops 4 Hope, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the founding of their organization, how helping the homeless through basketball has inspired both the less fortunate and themselves, and how we can help in their mission. How do Tori and Leo Make a Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/24deDlAgXtoCheck out our

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54:45

Glen Macnow on his print and radio career, adopting...

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2026/01/07

Philadelphia sports radio legend Glen Macnow joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss his journey to Philadelphia, moving from print to radio, and how he's embraced the city with his love for lists and all thing culture in Philly. How does Glen Macnow Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7boN5GhH5UICheck out our website and social media here:

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1:03:36

Robbie Hummel on persevering through injury, mentors...

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2025/12/30

Former Purdue Men's Basketball star and current college basketball analyst Robbie Hummel joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how he overcame multiple knee injuries to become a college basketball star, how the role of mentor as a coach has changed in the current college basketball landscape, and what his journey has been like going from player to analyst. How does Robbie Hummel Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full

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34:27

Make A Difference visits Choice Sports Cards

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2025/12/23

Tom Van Horn with Choice Sports Cards joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli at their office in Aston to discuss the explosion of the sports trading card industry, how Choice Sports Cards has become a leading provider for sports cards, and why trading cards make a wonderful Christmas gift. How does the team at Choice Sports Cards Make A Difference? Listen to find out! Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/APIAQwWP0LsCheck

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49:12

Bill Travers on Dear Santa Society, helping children...

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2025/12/15

Bill Travers of Dear Santa Society joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss the organization's mission in getting Christmas presents to less fortunate children in the Philadelphia area, what it means to achieve that goal of providing holiday happiness to those in need, and how giving back can have a profound effect on the giver. How does Bill Travers Make A Difference? Watch to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here:

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1:00:52

Andy Katz on print to television reporting,...

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2025/12/08

College basketball analyst Andy Katz joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss how he's evolved in the sports media space over the years, how he has maintained a fandom for the sport while staying neutral in his reporting, and how doing bracketology with Barack Obama came about. How does Andy Katz Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3lNgWWiI1b4Check out our website and social

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46:06

Chrissie Doogan and John Allen on expectations...

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2025/12/03

Chrissie Doogan and John Allen joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss coaching at their alma maters and the expectation that brings, how they've used their storied careers as players to guide their coaching journey, and how family plays a role in leading a program. How do Chrissie Doogan and John Allen Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/LPbY7pRAnmcCheck out our website and

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1:00:09

Gianna D'Angelo on turning consulting into education...

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2025/11/27

Gianna D'Angelo, the President & CEO of Independence Mission Schools in Philadelphia, joined Make A Difference with Phil Martelli to discuss her transition from retiring in a career of consulting to leading 14 Philadelphia Catholic schools into the current age of education. How does Gianna D'Angelo Make A Difference? Listen to find out!Produced by Jared Phillips. Music by Nick Capperella.Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/iaPcWWaZ1gcCheck out our website and social media

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