An NIL podcast founded by UofM alumni providing a platform for student-athletes to grow their brands, and tell their stories.
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Signup to Generate a PitchAn NIL podcast founded by UofM alumni providing a platform for student-athletes to grow their brands, and tell their stories.
Recent episodes include "Episode 42 - Running Back Bryson Kuzdzal" (4 December 2025, 52 minutes), "Episode 41 - Offensive Tackle Blake Frazier" (11 November 2025, 52 minutes), and "Episode 40 - Offensive Lineman Jake Guarnera" (10 October 2025, 51 minutes).
Leaders and Next publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 42 episodes.
Booking probability for Leaders and Next is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Leaders and Next requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher.
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Leaders and Next is a sports podcast with 42 episodes published.
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Episode #42
<p>Bryson was key for the Wolverines down the stretch in 2025 - helping secure road wins at Northwestern and at Maryland. We caught up with Bryson just after the Maryland game, where he started in place of an injured...
Episode #41
<p>We interview our new starting Left Tackle, Blake Frazier. We caught up with Blake after two straight weeks of holding down the starting spot. Against MSU, in his first start, he paved the way for 2 100+ yard rushers...
Episode #40
<p>Jake Guarnera has burst onto the scene in the 2025 season, starting at guard for the Wolverines for 3 straight games. He's made a huge impact in the run game, helping pave the way for big rushing outbursts against...
Episode #39
<p>Wide Receiver Channing Goodwin joins the podcast to discuss his fast start to the 2025 season and ascent to being a starter on the Michigan offense. It’s an action-packed episode covering the season, thoughts on the...
Episode #38
<p>Sophomore linebacker Cole Sullivan joins the show after a BREAKOUT game against New Mexico - tallying 5 tackles, 1 sack and an interception in less than a half of play. Cole's performance wasn't a surprise to those...
Episode #37
<p>We officially welcome offensive lineman Brady Norton to the Michigan football family after transferring in from Cal Poly earlier this year. Brady allowed 0 sacks in 11 starts last year and was the highest-graded...
Episode #36
<p>Recurring guest and RB1 Jordan Marshall joins the show. Jordan is an incredible player, person and representative for the University of Michigan. We love talking to Jordan and have a great conversation covering his...
Episode #35
<p>Michigan’ star kicker (and recurring guest) Dominic Zvada joins the podcast. We geek out on the science of kicking, reflect on his first season at Michigan, talk about his preparation of the season. And, of course...
Episode #34
<p>Todd Lansky, founder of Detroit Army (detroitarmy.com), joins the podcast. With support from Dan Campbell and press in the New York Times - Detroit Army is officially taking the world by storm. Todd shares the...
Episode #33
<p>Recurring guest and 2024 captain Max Bredeson joins the podcast. </p> (1:55) - What Max wants all fans about him (2:45) - Max quizzes us on our favorite Michigan games of all time (7:00) - The story about how he...
<p>Part 2 of our reflection and reaction to Michigan’s Spring Game. This episode is focused on the Defense. Study up on the key position battles, fast-rising newcomers, and future surprise contributors for the 2025...
<p>Part 1 of our reflection and reaction to Michigan’s Spring Game. This episode is focused on the Offense an Special Teams. Study up on the key position battles, fast-rising newcomers, and future surprise contributors...
<p>Dan and Gary catch up with Jalen Hoffman, Michigan’s Tight-End / H-Back who exploded onto the scene after a monster 2025 spring game. </p> <p>Jalen had 7 catches for 148 yards and touchdown in the game, serving as...
Episode #29
<p>From Germany to Georgia to Ann Arbor, Marlin Klein shares his unique path to Michigan. Marlin is expected to start at tight-end for the Wolverines in 2025 after a major role in 2024 as the team’s #2 tight-end and...
<p>Andrew Pierce, winner of the prestigious, inaugural "Listener of the Year" award joins the podcast. Enjoy us shooting the breeze on the 2024 version of "The Game", what we're looking for in the upcoming Spring Game...
Episode #27
<p>Quarterback Mikey Keene shares his incredible college journey – from UCF to Fresno State to Michigan – and gives some insights on the coaching staff and quarterback competition heading into the 2024 season.</p> 2:50...
<p>Andrew Sprague, a 2024 blue-chip OT recruit who stands at 6'8", stops by the podcast. Andrew is primed to be the next great offensive lineman at Michigan, getting the starting nod in the Reliaquest Bowl against...
<p>Listen now to Part 2 of our transfer portal review! This episode picks up where the last leaves off, and focuses on the 2025 defensive position groups. </p> <p>!NEW PROMOTION! – We’d love your feedback on this...
<p>Listeners, buckle up and hold on tight because we’re entering the portal. In this episode, we highlight the position groups on Offense - covering the current state of the 2025 roster, the scholarship distribution...
Episode #23
The L&N crew hosts the inaugural Season Recap Awards to hand out the most prestigious accolades in all of college athletics (move over Heisman Trophy). All prior guests of the show were eligible for an award, so hard...
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Offensive Run Game Coordinator and Running Backs Coach, Michigan football
Offensive Lineman, Michigan Football
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