Interviews of fascinating people from all walks of life. We will engage our guests with questions that will lead to discussions detailing their paths in life, including accomplishments and/or failures.
Jeremy Clodfelder - Head Football Coach at Paris High School and motivational enthusiast!
Head Football Coach Jeremy Clodfelder shares his journey from Ron Zook's staff at the University of Illinois to becoming a motivational leader at Paris High School in this interview.
30 May 2025
Steve Kelly - long time media roles covering University of Illinois Athletics
Steve Kelly shares his journey in sports media, including his long-time roles covering University of Illinois Athletics, offering insights into broadcasting and play-by-play announcing in this interview with Andrew Turner.
3 Apr 2025
Mike Scully: University of Illinois Football, PGA Professional, Podcaster
On Wednesday I will sit down on my podcast, "Tea or Coffee w/ Andrew Turner" with a former fraternity brother Michael Scully! Michael was my Pledge Dad at Beta Theta Pi Fraternity at the University of Illinois! Michael played football for the University of Illinois where he was a part of the 1983 Big Ten Champions and served as Co-Captain for the 1987 team. Mike went on to play for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Washington Redskins in the NFL. After football, Mike made a transition into...
3 Mar 2025
Bobby Poynton - international recording artist with the Letterman and Hollywood actor!
After graduating from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1980 with a degree in Drama, Bobby Poynton decided to head to Hollywood to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. With $500, a beat up sports car and his Dad's credit card, he began his journey to seek fortune and fame! Like many who head to Hollywood to try an make it show biz, Bobby lived a meager existence for many years. However, he was able to get enough work to keep his dream alive! Today, he continues to tour with the vocal tr...
13 Feb 2025
"Living with fear"..........don't say "Hope you are doing well"
This is a solo one for about 25 minutes............kind of heavy, but time to share! Hope everyone finds a place to share their own.........
3 Feb 2025
Kent Brown - University of Illinois Sports Information Director 2000-2023
"Tea or Coffee" with Andrew Turner sat down with Kent Brown to talk about his story! Kent grew up just outside of Hammond, IL where he was a 2 sport athlete at Atwood Hammond High School. Kent graduated from the University of Illinois with a BS in Journalism and a MS in Athletics Administration. Kent joined the UI sports information staff in 1989 and was the UI Director of Sports Information from 2000-2023. Kent was honored with a Lifetime Achievement recognition from the College ...
16 Jan 2025
Scott Hamilton - Head Football Coach/AD - Tolono Unity High School, Tolono, IL
Scott Hamilton grew up in Roxana, IL near St. Louis. After playing 1 year of baseball at Lewis and Clark Community College, Scott moved on to finish his degree at Eastern Illinois University. Scott just completed his 31st season as the Head Football Coach at Unity High School. Scott also has been a math teacher and athletic director at Unity over those 31 years. Arriving at Unity in the mid 1990's Scott quickly turned Unity Football into a perennial football power in Illinois. Scott's teams w...
29 Dec 2024
Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!
Looking forward to 2025 and some great guests on Tea or Coffee!
19 Dec 2024
Michael Finke - former University of Illinois student/athlete and professional basketball player
Michael Finke, former University of Illinois and professional basketball player, shares his journey from high school phenom to real estate expert, offering valuable insights on perseverance and career transition.
13 Dec 2024
Ken Dilger - NFL Super Bowl Champion!
Ken Dilger, NFL Super Bowl Champion, shares his journey from small-town Indiana to the Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, highlighting the importance of perseverance and hard work in achieving success.
30 Nov 2024
Mike Small - Head Men's Golf Coach, University of Illinois, Professional golfer
University of Illinois Head Men's Golf Coach Mike Small shares his remarkable journey from high school state champion to PGA TOUR professional and NCAA title mentor.
25 Nov 2024
Scott Olson - IHSA Hall of Fame Basketball Coach, Motivational speaker, Author
IHSA Hall of Fame Coach Scott Olson shares his insights on leadership and motivation as a renowned basketball coach and author of 'The Turnaround Coach'.
4 May 2024
Olivia Lett - Head Women's Basketball Coach @ Millikin University
Olivia Lett played high school basketball at Pana H.S. in Pana Illinois. She went on and played DI Basketball at Southern Illinois University and finished her college career at Illinois Wesleyan University. After 1 year of playing professionally, Coach Lett embarked on her college coaching career as an assistant and just finished her 6th year as the Head Coach at Millikin. Her last 3 seasons the Big Blue have a record of 70-18. Coach Lett has a great story including her love of "getting on the driveway" to work on her skills as a player! Enjoy this one!
28 Apr 2024
Darren Tee - University of Illinois football walk on, long time high school track and golf coach
Darren Tee was born and raised in a little town in Illinois along the Mississippi River. He went on to attend the University of Illinois. Darren walked on to the University of Illinois football team in 1983. In his first year on the UI football team, they were Big 10 Champions and played in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Darren had a 33 year career as a elementary educator and high school track and golf coach. He also had a short stint as a caddie for a high school friend and PGA professional, Todd Hamilton. Enjoy his story!
3 Apr 2024
Dave Wischnowsky - former sports writer for the Chicago Tribune, book publisher and free lance digital media
Dave Wischnowsky grew up in Bourbannais, IL where he played high school sports and developed a passion for writing. After earning his degree in journalism from the University of Illinois, Dave started his career as a sportwriter in Ottawa, IL. Later he made a jump to the Chicago Tribune which was one of the largest newspapers in the United States. Dave now works in marketing full time. However, he continues to stay a part of the media through digital media. Enjoy his story!
28 Mar 2024
Neil Bresnahan: former 1970's Illini Basketball player who was drafted by the Golden State Warriors
Neil Bresnahan committed to play basketball at the University of Illinois in 1976. Neil played high school basketball at Oak Park Fenwick High School. He was a part of Lou Henson's first recruiting class. Neil was a 6-6 Forward with skills that resemble today's European style players. He could shoot, rebound, drive, pass and defend at a very high level. During his days as an Illini, he got to guard some of the best who ever played the game, including Magic Johnson. Bresnahan was a starter on the 1979 Illini team that started 15-0, including an upset of Magic's #1 Ranked Michigan State Spartans.
After graduation, Neil was selected in the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors. A bad knee injury ended his playing days. Neil lives in the Chicago area and has spent the last 30 plus years working in the financial industry.
22 Mar 2024
Levi Cobb - former University of Illinois Basketball player, model, actor
Levi Cobb was born and raised on the southside of Chicago. He won a Illinois high school state basketball championship in 1976 as the star at Morgan Park High School. After high school, Levi committed to the University of Illinois and to play for Coach Lou Henson. Levi helped carve the path for many Chicago Public League kids to follow his lead and play at the University of Illinois.
7 Mar 2024
Dave Kreps - retired college basketball coach
Dave (Coach) Kreps coached basketball at the college and high school level for over 30 years. He also was one of the founders and operators of the American Youth Basketball Tour for 20 years. He was also an Assistant Basketball Coach on Lou Henson's staff at the University of Illinois during the highly successful 1980's which peaked with a Final Four appearance in 1989. Dave also will tell you the story of his fight with cancer and how he feels his mental approach has helped him be successful in this battle. Enjoy!!!
3 Mar 2024
Matt Thomann - Mental Mettle Coaching
Matt Thomann was a college basketball player at Millikin University in Decatur, IL. He later became a high school biology teacher, coach and adminsitrator at Deer Creek - Mackinaw High School near Peoria, IL. Matt now lives in Nashville, TN where he has started a business called "Mental Mettle Coaching". Matt works with high school and college athletes to help them with their mental approach to athletic performances. He will also share his personal health experiences that helped shape his philosophy and approach in working with athletes.
Who has been a guest on Tea or Coffee?......with Andrew Turner
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Jeremy Clodfelder
Steve Kelly
Michael Finke
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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12 ratings
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Podcast Authority Score: 18 / 100
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