Lomas Brown

Lomas Brown

I sit down with Detroit Lions legend, 18-year NFL veteran, and radio analyst Lomas Brown. We talk about his unlikely start playing football and his journey to University of Florida. Lomas shares his NFL stories, including his time with his teammate Barry Sanders and his two vastly different Super Bowl experiences. We hear his perspective on the attrition of the Lions coaching staff and recent retirement of Lions center, Frank Ragnow. Lomas also talks about his work off the field through his foundation, as well his memorable moments calling Lions games on the radio and his media career with ESPN.

3x Time Super Bowl champion John Banazak

In this episode of CNR Sports Armchair Interviews, we sit down with three-time Super Bowl champion John Banaszak for an unforgettable conversation! John takes us through his incredible journey, from his early days playing football to choosing Eastern Michigan University. He shares how he defied the odds as an undrafted free agent to join the Pittsburgh Steelers, the rise of the iconic Banaszak Bunch fan club, and unforgettable stories about legendary coach Chuck Noll. Plus, John opens up about his proud service in the United States Marines, offering insights into the discipline and resilience that shaped his life. This episode is a must-listen for football fans and anyone inspired by tales of perseverance and triumph!

CNR Sports Coaches series episode 8 Lauren Thompson.

The Interview was recorded on February 28. In this episode of the armchair interviews, Colin sits down with Dexter High School girl's basketball coach Lauren Thompson. Lauren discusses growing up in a basketball family and her own journey as a player. She details her own experiences at Wittenberg University and how she ended up becoming a teacher after graduation. Plus how she ended up back at Dexter as both a teacher and coach, the use of positive psychology, the importance of family, and so much more.

CNR Sports Armchair Interviews: Fast Eddie

In this episode of the Armchair Interviews. I sit down with former Eastern Michigan football letter winner and E club legend Ed Mizinski, a.k.a. Fast Eddie. During the interview we discuss. How the fast Eddie nickname came about. His decision to attend Eastern Michigan University. As well as his general college experience ,stories from his career as a coach and teacher. We also talk about his involvement with the EMU student managers as well as other experiences Eddie has been able to be a part of as a result of his association with Easter.

CNR Sports Armchair Interviews Rob Leadley

* interview recorded on November 2.* After a long wait, the armchair interviews have returned. I interview South Lyon East High School girls' basketball coach Rob Leadley in this episode. During this episode, Rob and I cover various topics, including his time at Michigan State. His first steps into the coaching profession, how he got the job at South Lyon East. The crossover between his scientific work and coaching and how he ended up working for Schoolcraft College. Plus, he gives his thoughts on this year's South Lyon East team.