Spartan Speak
Spartan Speak
Lansing State Journal
Weekly discussion from the Lansing State Journal … Lansing, Michigan. 
Pat Fitzgerald era gets underway at MSU
On the latest Spartan Speak podcast, Detroit Free Press writer Chris Solari and Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch discuss MSU's football team and the beginning of the Pat Fitzgerald era as fall camp begins. Plus, a look at the Spartans' men's basketball team coming out of the summer.
Aug 7
47 min
An intriguing MSU basketball roster takes the floor at Moneyball; and dysfunction in MSU's administration
Chris and Graham analyze what they've seen from MSU's basketball team at the Moneyball Pro-Am, taking a look at each player, before digging into the mess at MSU with the departures of President Kevin Guskiewicz and AD J Batt.
Jun 25
1 hr 15 min
The impact of Jeremy Fears Jr.'s return and the broader mess at MSU
Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch and Detroit Free Press writer Chris Solari discuss why Jeremy Fears Jr. is returning to the Michigan State men's basketball team, what it means for the Spartans, and take a look at the rest of the roster. Plus, the mess with MSU's administration and how it could impact athletics, and a look at the latest with MSU's football program.
Jun 1
56 min
MSU basketball heads to D.C. to take on UConn in the Sweet 16
Graham and Chris preview Michigan State men's basketball game against Connecticut in the Sweet 16 in Washington, D.C., and, peeking behind the curtain, discuss the advantages the Spartans have this time of year, given how they handle their business during the season. Plus, MSU hockey begins NCAA tournament play, and what's next for MSU women's basketball.
Mar 24
57 min
Previewing MSU's NCAA tournament opener against North Dakota State
Graham Couch and Chris Solari look at the Spartans' NCAA tournament opener Thursday against North Dakota State, as well as MSU's chances of making a deep run.
Mar 19
26 min
The state of MSU's basketball team as the postseason begins
Lansing State Journal sports columnist Graham Couch and Detroit Free Press beat writer Chris Solari take a look at the state of Michigan State's men's basketball team as the Spartans begin postseason play in the Big Ten tournament.
Mar 12
42 min
MSU basketball gets set for another swing at Michigan
Graham Couch and Chris Solari discuss the Spartans' recent performances and look at the keys and what's at stake in Sunday's MSU-Michigan rematch in Ann Arbor. Plus, the MSU women's basketball team slips up and MSU hockey wins another banner.
Mar 7
1 hr 2 min
Where is this MSU basketball team headed?
Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch and Detroit Free Press sportswriter Chris Solari discuss the MSU men's basketball team's place in the Big Ten, whether the race is over, and where the Spartans are headed. Plus, a couple big games for the MSU women's basketball team.
Feb 11
50 min
Michigan vs MSU preview with Hail Yes! and Spartan Speak
In a Detroit Free Press and Lansing State Journal collaboration, the "Hail Yes!" and "Spartan Speak" podcasts join to preview Michigan vs. Michigan State. Freep's assistant sports editor Andrew Birkle, U-M sports reporter Tony Garcia, MSU sports writer Chris Solari and Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch answered listener questions live.
Jan 30
54 min
A deeper look at Michigan State's 15-2 basketball team
Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch and Detroit Free Press beat writer Chris Solari discuss Michigan State's 15-2 men's basketball team, what's gotten the Spartans to this place, which players have propelled them, which could do more and what the rest of the season looks like as they head out west to face Washington and Oregon. Plus, a look at MSU football's staff and work in the transfer portal.
Jan 15
58 min
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