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With the Detroit Red Wings season post-mortem well-documented, we take a look at what Steve Yzerman's top priority should be for Hockeytown this offseason: getting scoring help for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and Marco Kasper in the form of Marner, Ehlers, Bennett, or Marchand? Defensive support for Mortiz Seider, Sim…

Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan finally took to the podium to address Hockeytown. Tune in as we cover the Detroit Red Wings presser from GM Steve Yzerman and head coach Todd McLellan, including how they were addressing Dylan Larkin's comments, thoughts on pro scouting, their plan to bolster the core of Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, Moritz…

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Episode Notes My guests include Education leader Dr. Marie Feagins. She joins me to discuss an upcoming event she is participating in this week called Take A Seat where she will discuss leading in high-stakes roles and preparing the next leaders to carry the mantle. Next, MSCS Board member Michelle McKissack returns to discuss the pause in the prop…

The Detroit Red Wings offseason changes have already begun, with more potentially on the way. Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (and Winged Wheel Podcast contributor) on this episode, opening by discussing the report that Todd McLellan, Steve Yzerman, and the Red Wings have moved on from goaltending coach Alex Westlund,…

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Is Dylan Larkin feeling like the Red Wings need more urgency to contend? Tune in as we jump back in on Dylan Larkin's comments regarding Steve Yzerman's lack of trades to bolster the Detroit Red Wings at the NHL trade deadline, and whether any frustrations are justified, how much goes back to Yzerman's handling of free agency (Tarasenko, Holl, Gust…

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Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Kandace Thomas, Executive Director of First 8 Memphis. They are celebrating a big win with a resolution that approves a partnership with Shelby County and the City of Memphis to establish universal, need-based Pre-K. This has been proven to improve grade school and high school education rates. She tells me why th…

One of our biggest episodes every year: the Detroit Red Wings Season in Review. Tune in as we start our 2024/2025 Red Wings NHL season recap by covering our overall sentiments on the season, and how the transition from Derek Lalonde to Todd McLellan after Steve Yzerman fired the former really split the year into 2 parts (5:00). We then jump into th…

It's the final countdown for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we open by discussing their two most recent wins, including a victory over Jamie Benn and the Dallas Stars that included Dylan Larkin organizing an honorary stick-lift for John Keating, Albert Johansson, Alex DeBrincat, Jonatan Berggren, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Vladimir Tarase…

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Episode Notes My guests include KeShaun Pearson, Executive Director, Memphis Community Against Pollution. The Elon Musk backed xAI Supercomputer project has caused quite a bit of controversy in our community, the latest issue is the possibility of polluted air and the harm to residents. KeShaun will tell me why he is concerned and others are as wel…

The Detroit Red Wings are officially out of playoff contention for the 9th straight season. Tune in as we discuss the postseason drought in Hockeytown, reactions to another year of disappointment as Todd McLellan, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Steve Yzerman continue to look for answers and what those may be (defenseman so Simon Ed…

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The Detroit Red Wings fell short in a critical moment in their playoff push - again. Tune in as we open by discussing the heartbreaking loss to Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens in the Bell Centre, including Patrick Kane finding Dylan Larkin for the opening goal, Cam Talbot standing tall, Ben Chiarot getting involved physically, Justin Holl be…

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The Detroit Red Wings refuse to die. Tune in as we discuss Todd McLellan's team's most recent wins, starting with their victory over Jarvis and the Carolina Hurricanes, including a Dang-It from Justin Holl, rapid goals from Ben Chiarot, Marco Kasper, Patrick Kane, and Michael Rasmussen, as well as Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat combining to seal t…

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Seconds away from some small but maintained hope, but it fell apart for the Red Wings across two games in an instant... (00:00) Tune in as we start by discussing Detroit's heartbreaking loss to the St. Louis Blues as Cam Talbot and J.T. Compher could not hold off the late comeback, including a strong game from Binnington, Larkin, Seider, Kane, & Co…

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The Detroit Red Wings are somehow still not fully out of this... Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (00:00) and (later on, live from WWP Night at the LCA) Ken Daniels on this episode! We start by discussing the Red Wings and their loss in Hockeytown to Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, and the Ottawa Senators, including Simon …

Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Christopher Davis, President of LeMoyne Owen College. He is reviving this historic HBCU and its recruitment efforts by forming a partnership with TN SW Community College. He shares with me how this came about and why it’s so important for students wanting the HBCU experience without leaving home. Next, when Presi…

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Before April in the D, we get March Sadness for the Detroit Red Wings... Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's team's recent games: their bizarre 5-1 win over the Utah Hockey Club, including Alex Lyon standing tall after Petr Mrazek left injured, Alex DeBrincat, Austin Watson, Marco Kasper, Elmer Soderblom, & more production, a lack of a…

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Episode Notes My guests include two MSCS School Board members, Stephanie Love and Natalie McKinney. With all the drama involving the board which has now led to a possible legislative takeover drafted by Rep. Mark White, they tell me how they think we got here, and how will this action will affect the future education of our children. Also, the role…

It's not mathematically over for the Detroit Red Wings, but it feels like it's over. Tune in as we discuss the latest loss as the Red Wings fell to the Vegas Golden Knights, including Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, & the Detroit power play combining for the only hope in the game before falling in the lopsided affair, as …

Time is running out for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we open by discussing the Hockeytown team's latest loss to Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, including a Dylan Larkin goal, Petr Mrazek's 4th straight start, another 3rd period collapse, & more. Also, a discussion on whether this team is reverting back to the ways of Derek Lalo…

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Episode Notes On the next live and all new Real Talk Memphis; my guests include Ron Redwing who knows how important education is. This is why when he saw the situation with the school district take an unfortunate turn, he took action by forming the non profit group (SOS) or Save Our Schools. He explains his mission. The tragic shooting death of Pas…

The Detroit Red Wings needed a win against Vegas, and they couldn't have drawn it up any better. Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's loss to Brind'Amour's Carolina Hurricanes, including Alex DeBrincat and Michael Rasmussen scoring in an otherwise lopsided affair (3:35), before discussing the Hockeytown matinee victory over Eich…

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The Detroit Red Wings finally broke their losing streak, putting up a touchdown's worth of goals at the LCA. Tune in as we start by first discussing McLellan's squad's losses to Ovechkins Washington Capitals and Linus Ullmark & the Ottawa Senators, including shaky goaltending from Talbot, Larkin & Seider scoring, another game-influencing terrible c…

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Episode Notes My guests include County Commissioners Charlie Caswell and Britney Thornton. It's been a busy time as they are tackling several issues heading into budget season. I ask them about that and a possible change to the charter regarding term limits and possible recall for school board members. Next, we have heard many times about the impor…

The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Steve Yzerman's moves (or mostly lack thereof) have Detroit Red Wings fans a bit confused... Tune in as we open by covering the return of Petr Mrazek to Hockeytown, as he and Craig Smith come from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Joe Veleno - reactions, analysis, value, how this affects Sebastian …

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We are officially on Steve Yzerman NHL Trade Deadline watch...sleep lightly! Tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their familiar loss to Rantanen and the Carolina Hurricanes, including a tough couple of goals from Alex Lyon, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Marco Kasper struggling, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, and Ben Chiarot…

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Episode Notes My guests include Interim MSCS Superintendent Dr. Roderick Richmond who makes a first time visit. We all know where things stand with the district these days especially with the threat of a state takeover looming. I’ll ask him what he thinks of that possibility but more importantly, what his focus is with a new plan, and how to gain t…

Heartbreak in Ohio...we should have known. Tune in as we start by covering the first of two Detroit Red Wings losses to the Columbus Blue Jackets, including a tough performance from Dylan Larkin and Todd McLellan's words after, Alex DeBrincat still showing up, a rough night for Cam Talbot, & more (4:00) before we jump into the Stadium Series game a…

Send us a text Here we discuss the NFl trying out the electronic system, and the 4 nations. Redwings going forward, and how about them pistons! Dcc Construction AMD Urgent/Primary care Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Like And Subscribe!!! Th…

Husso traded, Yzerman with a world of cap space, Simon Edvinsson firing multiple clappers into Minnesota's net...it's been an interesting few days. After discussing the 1 year anniversary of Patrick Kane's "Showtime" moment called by Ken Daniels in Chicago (00:00)...tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their 3-2 win on the ro…

Send us a text Brett thinks ovechkin will break Gretzkys record this season! Bret, says not so fast! what do you think? Support the show Like And Subscribe!!! Thank You For Your Support!

Episode Notes My guests include the honorable Mayor of Memphis Paul Young who will give us an update on his plans for our city ahead in 2025. Next, there has been a lot in the news about the issues at the Shelby County Jail regarding its overall condition and the need for a new facility to be built. Daily Memphian reporter Aarron Fleming drops in t…

The Detroit Red Wings are back, they've blown two late-game leads in two days, and Patrick Kane has an electric overtime game winner - par for the course in Hockeytown (00:00). Tune in as we start by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild, including Alex DeBrincat's goal, assist, and massive hit on Brock Faber (and A…

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