Rob Wolchek and Darren McCarty star in this bonus-laden episode Marc put together so ML would let him leave town. Plus- Elrick wants to avoid Michigan’s National Championship.

STRAIGHT DOPE
ML compares Marc to a Biblical figure, even though the only miracle he’s trying to pull off is getting out of town with his family.

In our last episode, ML told Marc what he would look for at Mayor Mary Sheffield’s first State of the City address. Here’s what he wrote after attending the speech.

Long before he created the Hall of Shame, legendary Fox 2 Problem Solver Rob Wolchek reveals that he was known as “Scott Roberts” and how he reclaimed his name when he came to Detroit. Kind of.

Rob shares his retirement plan, his wife’s skepticism, and why he’s hoping Detroit classic rocker WOMC-FM gives him a call.

Marc reminds Rob about the time he busted Otis, a scammer who pretended he worked for WRIF to run a hustle — and who took a swing at Rob and his photographer before he was inducted into the Hall of Shame.

Listen and learn about legendary Fox 2 Special Projects photographer Keith J — and what he and BA Baracus of the “A Team” have in common.

Rob reveals what it takes to be a Problem Solver photographer — and why it’s not for everyone.

“Survivor” legend Michael Skupin was one of Rob’s most memorable busts. Listen and learn what made this case so memorable.

Rob updates us on the leader of a cult-like organization he put in the Hall of Shame.

In one of his most amazing investigations, Rob busted thieves who were selling stolen goods from a gas station in Detroit — including camera gear stolen from someone who helped out at ML’s annual Clark Park outdoor charity hockey game! 

Right after the USA won Olympic gold in hockey, Darren McCarty drops in to discuss legendary coaches.

After ML asks Darren if he watched “Miracle,” the Red Wing legend says Herb Brooks was like Scotty Bowman — all he cared about was winning.

Darren played for Bowman and his successor, Mike Babcock. He said one difference between the two Stanley Cup-winning coaches is that Babcock used to “top to bottom.” Then he explains what that means.

Darren explains why Babcock needed him for the 2008 Stanley Cup runs.

Bowman vs Babcock. Darren compares the two legendary coaches, and works in a “Game of Thrones” analogy.

Darren drops some serious wisdom, including “If you take the lesson, it’s not a loss,” and “When the guy next to you is more important that you are to yourself, then you’re ready to win.” DEEP!!!

ML asks if coaches do better if they treat everyone the same. Darren can’t believe his ears — and sets ML straight.

ML tries to show he understands by telling a Sir Alex Ferguson story. Darren says everyone needs to get respect, but everyone needs to get it differently.

Darren says the best coaches know which buttons to push. And it helps if they care.

You’ll never guess who Darren’s two favorite coaches are. Listen and learn.

Darren tells how thumping Claude Lemieux — and scoring the OT winner — helped prime the Red Wings for the beginning of their most recent dynasty.

Our NEW bonus episode is now available! Soulmates can relive our live event at the Cadieux Cafe, when we dazzled the crowd with a mixture of Detroit and Irish trivia. 

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