Category: Memphis
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Ep. 45 On the Sideline with Madison Griggs | Basketball
Born and bred in Memphis, Madison Griggs epitomizes the city’s grit and grind mentality. After a stellar, record-breaking career at the University of Memphis, Madison is taking her talents to the professional stage in Athens, Greece this August. In this episode, we explore her Memphis roots, her decision to stay home for college ball, and…
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Ep. 44 On the Sideline with Devin Emory & Housesports
On the sideline with Devin Emory & Housesports Growing up in Memphis and playing football at Wooddale High School set the stage for his next big move to Morehouse College in Atlanta. It was a hobby that got him interning at Atlanta radio stations and ultimately led to the creation of his new app, Housesports.…
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Ep. 43 Garrett Kelly | Basketball
Real talk with Garrett Kelly We chat about growing up in the mountains of North Carolina, how basketball was so much a part of his youth and the decision to go to Loyola. We dive into the 3 years as a walk-on and his senior year as a scholarship player. We talk about the…
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Ep 42 On the Sideline with Zach Wall
On the sideline with Zach Wall. Zach Wall’s journey into photography started just four years back, and since then, it’s been one remarkable ride. If you’re tuned into the social media buzz surrounding the University of Memphis Men’s Basketball, then you’ve likely seen Zach’s work shining bright. With his photography snagging awards and his graphics…
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Ep. 39 Dave Hill | Rugby
Real talk with Dave Hill. We chat about growing up in Texas, finding rugby, enlisting in the Navy, deployment and the decision that led him to Memphis. His Naval career and finding the love of Rugby at every duty station. The decision to to retire after 18 years on the pitch, Millington TN and building a…
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Ep. 38 Rob Pearse | Handball
Real talk with Rob Pearse. With Guest Co-Host Chris Jennings. We chat about growing up growing up in Canada, finding handball and traveling at an early age. The lure of Memphis and finding a family for life. Education, coaching, the pro circuit and all those awards. East Tennessee, kids, the Canadian Hall of Fame…
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Ep. 37 Earl Barron | Basketball
Real talk with Earl Barron. We chat about growing up in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Hooping and discovering tennis in high school. College recruiting and transitioning to the college stage. The disappointment and reality of the 2003 NBA draft. The early years overseas, the Philippine Islands, Summer League and arriving in Miami. THAT ring and the…
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Ep. 33 Toni Mason | Dance
Real talk with Ms. Toni Mason. We talk about growing up in Memphis and being a generational graduate of Melrose High School. The moment she knew she wanted to dance and the long, complicated journey to get there. The desire to teach that fueled her journey, the road blocks and detours along the way. The…
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Ep. 30 Jennifer Lazar | Gymnastics
Real talk with Jennifer Lazar: We chat about her childhood as a gymnast, the injuries, the love of a community and the heartache of loss. The hard decision to leave her sport and the years looking for her next passion. A new life in San Francisco, backpacking alone up the east coast of Africa, finding…
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Ep. 28 Mardracus Wade | Basketball
Real talk with Mardracus Wade: we chat about growing up in Memphis, senior year in small town Virginia, the early decision to go to Arkansas, the hard lessons of fame, the uphill battle of pro ball. Coming home, mentoring the younger generation, and finding a place at the collegiate level. College: University of Arkansas Mardracus…
The 5th Quarter Podcast with Sandy Adams 