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The Drive with Jack

Jack Ebling
Detroit Tigers
Michigan State University
Detroit Pistons
Michigan State Basketball
Michigan State Football
Detroit Lions
Michigan State
Major League Baseball
NCAA
Big Ten Conference
Big Ten
NFL
Tom Izzo
Basketball
NBA
College Football
NBA Playoffs
Kentucky Derby
New York Knicks
University Of Michigan

The Drive with Jack is your afternoon sports companion in Michigan and beyond. It’s an info-taining blend of behind-the- scenes insight, breaking news, blistering opinion and intelligent banter. It’s “We Are There!” broadcast journalism. We’re the eyes and ears of our listeners. We talk the stories that other hosts merely read. Listen to The Drive with Jack LIVE every weekday from 3-6 pm ET on Spo... more

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Jesse McCulloch
Redshirt freshman forward for Michigan State Basketball
Michigan State University
Episode: *Jesse McCulloch, Michigan State Men's Basketball
Shawn Windsor
Outstanding columnist for the Detroit Free Press
Detroit Free Press
Episode: * Shawn Windsor, Detroit Free Press
Mark Dotson
Michigan super fan and legal consultant for the show
Cooley Law School
Episode: * Mark Dotson, Attorney and Cooley Law School Professor
Caleb VanZee
Guest, associated with One North Kitchen & Bar
One North Kitchen & Bar
Episode: *Caleb VanZee, One North Kitchen & Bar
Austin Meek
The Athletic Michigan beat reporter
The Athletic
Episode: Ep. 3106 Wednesday
McCoy Biagioli
Michigan Amateur Champion, golfer
Michigan State Spartans (Ferris State background)
Episode: * The Long Drive w/ Tom Lang featuring McCoy Biagioli
Dan Rooney
Lieutenant Colonel, PGA professional, founder of Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor, American Dunes
Episode: * The Long Drive w/ Tom Lang featuring McCoy Biagioli
McCoy Begioli
Michigan Amateur Champion, Michigan State golfer
Michigan State University
Episode: Ep.3105 Tuesday
Damon Rensing
MSU men's soccer coach
Michigan State University
Episode: * Damon Rensing, Michigan State Men's Soccer Coach

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Jack Ebeling
Host of The Drive with Jack; prominent Michigan sports journalist and broadcaster

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Jack Knows Sports

    There’s nobody who knows more about sports in Michigan. And I appreciate the fact that, unlike loudmouth Stephen A Smith, he doesn’t shout at us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midwest Curmudgeon
    United States4 months ago
  • Terrific show

    The Drive With Jack is a terrific mid-Michigan sports talk show. TDWJ is my go-to late afternoon listen and the pod segments are well titled and easy to access on a variety of platforms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    detroit28
    United Statesa year ago
  • The show

    Plenty of good guests, from his lifetime of covering sports, in particular, all things Spartan. Keep up the good work. Good friend of your associate, Lynne T.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msusparty77
    United States3 years ago
  • Steeped with MSU History

    Jack is well respected and I love his topics and questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phamtastic_Green
    United States5 years ago
  • Nice to hear MSU stuff in warm weather

    I got the best of both worlds no snow or crappy weather and listening to Jack and guests. I do miss blue belly Tom but all his guests make up for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spartan in Tampa
    United States7 years ago

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Segments are well-organized with clear topics and accessible access across platforms.
Great mix of MSU history and current topics; knowledgeable and respectful banter.
Guests bring solid, credible perspectives and local sports context.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

* Damon Rensing, Michigan State Men's Soccer Coach
Q: Do you think the World Cup's visibility will have a lasting impact on MSU soccer recruiting and season-ticket activity?
Absolutely; the World Cup exposure has already contributed to higher season-ticket sales and stronger recruitment pipelines due to increased visibility and interest in American soccer talent.
* Damon Rensing, Michigan State Men's Soccer Coach
Q: Which players or rosters would you pick if you could coach the US team in 2027?
A mix of proven stars like Messi or Mbappe would be tempting but the smarter choice is combining top attackers with strong defense and goalkeeper options to address past World Cup gaps.
* Damon Rensing, Michigan State Men's Soccer Coach
Q: What has it done for soccer here in the United States?
It has boosted attendance, viewership, and interest nationwide, with notable ratings and a rising profile for the sport that supports longer-term growth and recruitment.
* Damon Rensing, Michigan State Men's Soccer Coach
Q: Damon, as you look at this World Cup, despite what happened to the United States in that round of 16 match, has this been as successful as it seems?
Yes, it's been hugely successful in terms of attention, viewership, and general interest in the game, not just results, which bodes well for future development in American soccer.
Ep. 3103 Friday
Q: What do you think the hiring timeline for MSU's next AD will look like?
Panelists expect a longer, methodical process with Palumbo likely remaining interim for a substantial period, exploring candidates and possibly separating fundraising and AD duties.

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This show centers on Michigan sports with a strong emphasis on Michigan State athletics, college football, and basketball, blended with informed analysis, behind-the-scenes insights, and guest expertise from coaches, players, and industry insiders. Episodes frequently cover team dynamics, season outlooks, recruitment and development, and occasionally sports betting and NIL implications, making it a go-to for listeners who want deep, opinionated coverage and contextual storytelling around regional teams and events. A standout quality is its ability to mix long-running MSU coverage with broader national sports topics, including commentary from practitioners in coaching, journalism, and sports business, delivering both practical takeaways and ... more

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