At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua
101 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago -Hosted by CEO and entrepreneur, Manuel Amezcua, At The Podium features conversations with high-performance people in sports, business, and life who have done the work most won't do to experience life in a way most never will. We recognize their unique sacrifices lessons and stories, all of which we celebrate with them At The Podium.
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Achieving Excellence: The JOGA Approach to Athlete Performance
April 04, 2024 17:44 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBJoin us for an inspiring journey on At the Podium as we delve into the remarkable story of Jana Webb, the CEO and Founder of JOGA World. Born and raised in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Jana's passion for sports and yoga led her to revolutionize athlete performance with her innovative approach. Despite facing adversity, including two near-fatal accidents, Jana turned to yoga for rehabilitation. Her competitive spirit and determination fueled the creation of JOGA, a groundbreaking movement...
DJ Myint: Energizing Detroit's Top Sports Organizations
March 22, 2024 21:20 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBJoin us on At The Podium for an invigorating episode featuring DJ Myint as she brings her electrifying beats to Detroit's top sports organizations, igniting the stadium with her contagious energy. Explore the vibrant world of Nicole Myint as she shares her journey from local venues to global stages, igniting joy and creating pathways for positive change. As the 2023 DETROITER of the year, Nicole has brought her DJ skills to top-tier organizations like the Detroit Lions, University of Michiga...
Rising Star: Avery Gach's Journey from Groves to Greatness
March 04, 2024 14:23 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThis week on At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua, we are delighted to introduce one of the youngest and most promising performers ever featured on the show – Avery Gach. Hailing from Wylie E. Groves in Beverly Hills, MI, Avery has quickly made a name for himself as a standout blue-chip offensive tackle recruit. Throughout our conversation, Avery generously shares valuable insights into his journey as a student-athlete. From the influences that shaped his development to his aspirations at the ...
The Power of Who You Are: Defining the High Performer Brand with Lauren Walsh
February 15, 2024 17:53 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBJoin us this week on At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua for an intimate exploration into the remarkable career and mindset of Lauren Walsh. As the EVP of Branding and Marketing at Solid Foundation Management, Lauren has made it her mission to guide athletes and entertainers toward their podium moments, both on and off the field. From her beginnings as a self-starting collegiate athlete to becoming a trailblazing industry leader, Lauren's journey is a testament to disciplined habits, mindfulne...
Dwane Casey - A Journey Beyond the Court, Unveiling Leadership, Resilience, and Championship Glory
February 01, 2024 16:04 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBJoin us At The Podium for an exclusive episode featuring the extraordinary Dwane Casey. Beyond the basketball courts and championship podiums, Casey's life story is a tapestry of early triumphs, family bonds, and a coaching legacy that spans decades. Key Points for Listeners: - Early Triumphs and Top Recruit: Explore Dwane Casey's early life, from his birth in Indianapolis to becoming a top recruit at Union County High School in Morgantown, Kentucky. Learn about his journey from a small to...
The Carter Effect: Resilience, Redemption, and the Wisdom Beyond the Field
January 19, 2024 16:41 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBEmbark on an inspiring journey with Nathan Carter, the resilient Michigan State Running Back #5, as he shares his story of overcoming adversity. Born on May 22, 2002, in Rochester, New York, Carter's early life laid the foundation for a remarkable journey in football. A standout at Bishop Kearney High School, he not only excelled on the field but also demonstrated leadership as a team captain and earned recognition in academics as a member of the National Honor Society. Nathan Carter's coll...
Craig Reynolds - Navigating Challenges to Become a Detroit Lions Running Back
December 28, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBWelcome to another empowering episode of "At The Podium," where we bring you exclusive conversations with extraordinary individuals who have defied the odds. In this episode, Manny takes the stage with Craig Reynolds, the resilient running back currently leaving an indelible mark with the Detroit Lions. Join us on a riveting exploration of Craig's life, from his early days in Willow Grove, PA, to the pinnacle of the NFL. Despite finishing high school without a Division I scholarship, Craig'...
Born in Detroit: Building a Legacy with Anthony Tomey
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBAnthony Tomey is a former MLB baseball player turned serial entrepreneur. Anthony is the owner of Detroit-based brands Born in Detroit and 8 Mile Vodka as well as the CEO of The Tomey Group, who owns and operates over 50 Jimmy John's franchises across Metro Detroit. In this episode, Anthony shares: - The mindsets and secrets behind his continued personal and professional growth - The lessons he learned from his family and the role his father has played in his life - The impact of Anthony'...
Setting World Records, Conquering Oceans, and Becoming Limitless with Chris Bertish
November 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBChris Bertish is a South Africa-born ocean pioneer who is most famously known for his 93-day solo paddle-board trip across the Atlantic Ocean. Chris has been conquering oceans and testing his limits his entire life which has led to setting numerous world records. In this episode, Chris joins Manny At the Podium to talk about: - How Chris grew an initial love for the ocean and all things water - The experiences that led to his signature saying "See it, dream it, believe it, achieve it." ...
MSU Women’s Soccer: The Journey Through Discipline and Determination to Win Back-to-Back Big 10 Titles
November 17, 2023 18:13 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBToday we celebrate the power of teamwork and the remarkable journey of rebuilding a team from the bottom to becoming champions. Join us as we explore the story of two exceptional student-athletes from Michigan State University who have set the new standard in Spartan soccer. In this captivating episode, we delve into the historic run of these remarkable individuals and their team, who defied all odds and transformed themselves into back-to-back Big Ten Champions. Through their sheer determi...
BONUS: Super Bowls, Doing it Right, and Earning Your Spot with Carl Banks
September 14, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBToday, Manny is joined At The Podium by 2x Super Bowl Champ, Michigan State Legend, and lover of all things fashion & food, Carl Banks. In this episode, Manny and Carl talk about: How Carl had the ultimate 'If you're going to do it, do it right' type of father and the story of the jockstrap check Magic Johnson's incredible impact on Carl's story and the time Magic cheated Carl at basketball How Carl's decision to play at Michigan State University came down to the recommendation of ONE per...
BONUS: The Power of Writing Goals and Embracing Adversity with Tyler Conklin
August 10, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBNew York Jets TE Tyler Conklin joins Manny to talk about his journey growing up in a small town in Michigan, earning a college opportunity to play at Central Michigan University, and overcoming adversity to earn a starting spot in the NFL. In this episode, you'll hear: - Why Tyler decided to forfeit a full-ride scholarship to walk-on at CMU - How Tyler battled from walk-on to earning a scholarship and becoming a starter - The mindset shift Tyler made after struggling to earn reps on the M...
BONUS: Beating the Odds and Rewriting Your Narrative with Darqueze Dennard
July 13, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBDarqueze Dennard is an NFL player, former Michigan State University standout cornerback, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. In this bonus episode before the next season, Darqueze and Manny talk about: - How Darqueze always heard the narrative that he "wouldn't amount to anything" and how he has overcome it - How Darqueze started as a 0-star recruit and ended up getting drafted in the first round of the NFL draft and the things that led to his success - The moments at Michigan State Universi...
The Story of PBR - Meet the Man Behind the Sport That's Sweeping the Nation
June 15, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBSean Gleason is the CEO and Commissioner of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) which is one of the fastest-growing sports in the nation. Sean has been with PBR for 24 years and has played a pivotal role in helping PBR reach millions of fans including the recent launch of the Amazon Prime Video docuseries, The Ride. In this episode: The pivotal move that Sean made that propelled PBR into the limelight and propelled it to a massive national audience Why Sean never hires anyone without a PHD Th...
The Magic is in the Fundamentals with Jim Kielbaso
June 08, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBJim Kielbaso is a speed and strength coach to some of the top athletes in the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA as well as Olympic athletes and thousands of youth, high school, and college athletes. He is the president of the International Youth Conditioning Association and the owner of Impact Sports Performance in Michigan. In this episode: Why people are addicted to fatigue and how it’s ruining our performance Why making kids focus on one sport at a young age is a mistake How the magic is in the fund...
The Game Isn't Won on the Field, It's Won in Your Mind
June 01, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBMaurice "Moe" Ways is a former college football player at The University of Michigan and The University of California, Berkeley. A native of Michigan and alumni of Detroit Country Day School, Ways currently serves as a Senior Business Analyst at ESPN and lives in New York City. In this episode: - The parenting moments that changed the trajectory of Moe’s athletic career and life - The impact of attending Detroit Country Day on Moe’s personal, athletic, and professional life - The secret w...
The Game Isn't Won on the Field, It's Won in Your Mind with Moe Ways
June 01, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBMaurice "Moe" Ways is a former college football player at The University of Michigan and The University of California, Berkeley. A native of Michigan and alumni of Detroit Country Day School, Ways currently serves as a Senior Business Analyst at ESPN and lives in New York City. In this episode: - The parenting moments that changed the trajectory of Moe’s athletic career and life - The impact of attending Detroit Country Day on Moe’s personal, athletic, and professional life - The secre...
What It Means To Be a Student of the Game & Navigating College Football with Nick Samac
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBNick Samac is the starting center for the Michigan State Spartans college football program. Hailing out of Mentor, OH, Samac is entering his fifth and final year at MSU and has played in 38 career games at Michigan State. Listen in to hear: - The impact of Nick's childhood growing up in a football family with his father as his first coach - Nick's thoughts on why he decided to enroll in college early and if he regrets it or not - What it was about Coach Mark Dantonio that convinced Nick MS...
Playing College Football & Trusting the Vision of Those in Your Corner with JD Duplain
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBJD Duplain is a current college football player at Michigan State University. JD is entering his fifth and final season as an offensive lineman at MSU and has started 30 straight games for the Spartans. In this episode, Manny and JD discuss: - The impact of the E + R = O equation JD learned from a high school football coach - Why you should trust in the vision your coaches (or leaders) have for you even when it doesn't match what you envisioned - A look behind the curtain into college foo...
How to Know and Communicate Your Unique Value with Greg Jones
May 18, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBGreg Jones is an entrepreneur, Super Bowl Champion, and former All-American linebacker at Michigan State University. He was recently inducted into the Michigan State Hall of Fame in 2022. In this conversation, you'll hear: - The story of how Greg went behind his mother's back to start playing football - The people and mindsets that helped Greg defy projections of his ability to compete at the college and professional level - How to know (and prepare) for when it's time to pivot to your ne...
Embrace the Gift of Adversity and Rejection with Jake Butt
May 11, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBJake Butt is a former All-American tight end at the University of Michigan, retired NFL player, and current College Football Analyst with the B1G Network. In this conversation, Manny and Jake talk about: How Jake thought he would NEVER attend the University of Michigan and his story of getting there. The moments in Jake’s sports career that redefined how he views adversity and rejection. The devastating impact injuries had on Jake’s professional football career and the most important le...
How to Overachieve Expectations & Perform at Your Highest Level with Todd Anderson
May 04, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBTodd Anderson is a performance coach who trains some of the top athletes and executives in the world. After a successful collegiate career at Michigan State University, Todd spent time playing in the NFL before launching his career as a peak performance coach and starting his company, Dream Recovery. In this conversation, Todd shares: How he built confidence in the weight room and used it as a place to gain a competitive edge throughout his life The story of overcoming the odds by walking...
Inside the NFL Draft Process with 2023 NFL Prospect Amir Siddiq
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBAmir Siddiq plans to find his name cemented on an NFL roster in the coming weeks. After a successful college football career at Central Michigan University and Charlotte, the Detroit-born standout defensive end has entered his name into the 2023 NFL draft. In this episode, Manny and Amir talk about: - The mindsets and actions that led to Amir's rise through college football - The surprising thing Amir is most proud of during his college career - The thought process behind why college footb...
Road to the Next Level: Inside the NFL Draft Process with 2023 NFL Prospect Amir Siddiq
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBAmir Siddiq plans to find his name cemented on an NFL roster in the coming weeks. After a successful college football career at Central Michigan University and Charlotte, the Detroit-born standout defensive end has entered his name into the 2023 NFL draft. In this episode, Manny and Amir talk about: - The mindsets and actions that led to Amir's rise through college football - The surprising thing Amir is most proud of during his college career - The thought process behind why college footb...
From Underdog to NFL with Anthony Pittman
April 20, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBAnthony Pittman is a Detroit-born athlete who battled his way into the NFL and currently plays linebacker for the Detroit Lions. In this episode, Manny and Anthony talk about: - How Anthony's father and mother separating at a young age impacted his childhood and outlook on life - Anthony's surprising rise to the NFL and the impact of his college experience playing football at Wayne St. University in Detroit - How to make the most of every opportunity you get - no matter how small - The fun...
Building a Relentless Mindset & Football Program with Michigan State's Mel Tucker
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBMel Tucker is the Head Football Coach at Michigan State University. Tucker's resume includes coaching under legendary college coaches like Nick Saban and Jim Tressel as well as coaching in the NFL. Tucker's early success at Michigan State earned him B1G Coach of the Year honors in 2021. What you'll hear in this conversation: - Tucker's thoughts on how college football is evolving and what it means for teams - The origin and story behind Mel Tucker's 'relentless' motto - The #1 thing Tucker ...
Building a Relentless Mindset & Football Program w/ Head Coach Mel Tucker
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBMel Tucker is the Head Football Coach at Michigan State University. Tucker's resume includes coaching under legendary college coaches like Nick Saban and Jim Tressel as well as coaching in the NFL. Tucker's early success at Michigan State earned him B1G Coach of the Year honors in 2021. What you'll hear in this conversation: - Tucker's thoughts on how college football is evolving and what it means for teams - The origin and story behind Mel Tucker's 'relentless' motto - The #1 thing Tucker ...
Jon Gordon on How to Build Unstoppable Teams
April 06, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBJon Gordon is a 14-time bestselling author and world-renowned keynote speaker. His leadership principles, stories, and insights have inspired fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits around the world. Today, Jon and Manny discuss: The keys to positive leadership and why positivity is necessary to be an effective leader 3 things every leader should do to grow their business and team The core principles behind every unstoppab...
New Season Kickoff - Manny is Interviewed by a Guest Host
March 30, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBFolks, Season 3 starts with a bang as the host of At The Podium, Manuel Amezcua, is interviewed by guest host, Lauren LoGrasso. Hear Manny dig deep into his childhood, career, family, wins + losses, and more as he shares: What his parents, immigrants from Mexico, and childhood taught him about success The importance of confronting adversity and glory in life The three most important things that led him from entry-level to CEO Why failure needs a rebrand and other mindset changes for suc...
End of Season + End of Year Message (Back in March 2023)
December 22, 2022 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBMessage from Manny: "At the Podium with Manuel Amezcua listeners - First I want to express my gratitude to each of U. Thank U for investing your most valuable asset, your time and attention, with us this year as you've tuned into these conversations. As my dear friend, mentor, and advocate, Ben Newman, often says, "Be where your feet are." This holiday season, I will be investing my time and attention where my feet are and I hope the same for each and every one of U as U prepare to atta...
Why YOU Have the Power to Write Your Story and Define Your Brand | Herman Moore
November 17, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBHow do you want to be remembered? Serial entrepreneur and All-Pro NFL Player, Herman Moore, is writing his own story and defining his brand in his own terms. Football will only serve as a footnote for Herman whose impact off the field has stretched even greater than his incredible accomplishments with the Detroit Lions. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Herman's story. We unpack what it takes to be successful, both on and off the field, the power that comes with education, and ho...
Define Your Brand (Or Someone Will Define it For You) with Herman Moore
November 17, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBHow do you want to be remembered? Serial entrepreneur and All-Pro NFL Player, Herman Moore, is writing his own story and defining his brand in his own terms. Football will only serve as a footnote for Herman whose impact off the field has stretched even greater than his incredible accomplishments with the Detroit Lions. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Herman's story. We unpack what it takes to be successful, both on and off the field, the power that comes with education, and ho...
He Sent 840 Emails to Turn His Dream Into a Reality | Kalif Raymond
November 10, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBKalif Raymond is an NFL Wide Receiver for the Detroit Lions. Standing at 5' 7", Kalif defied all odds to make it to the professional level as one of the smallest players in the NFL after a standout college athletic career at Holy Cross. In this episode, Kalif shares what it looked like to put in the work after hours to make his dream of playing in the NFL a reality. He shares the value he gleaned from mentorship along his path and how he sent 840 emails to earn a college football opportuni...
Stop Waiting for the Perfect Opportunity & Start Taking Action | Suzy Merchant
November 03, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBSuzy Merchant is the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Michigan State University. She has accumulated 300+ wins as Head Coach at Michigan State and 500+ wins in her career as a head coach. In my conversation with Suzy, we get an inside look at her accomplishments, big decisions, and her powerful core values, covering her time at Michigan State University and beyond. A born winner, Suzy has also fielded her fair share of challenges and hurdles, and it has been her standards and heart that hav...
Why You Only Have ONE Path to Success & How to Make the Most of It | Darien Harris
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBDarien Harris is the Director of Player Relations and Program Advancement for the Michigan State Football Program. Darien played linebacker at Michigan State University and was part of the winningest Senior class in MSU history before he went to the NFL. In our conversation, Darien shares the lessons he learned from his father including the ONE thing we can control in any situation. Darien talks about the mindset he maintained going into professional sports and how he now coaches players a...
There's Only ONE Path to Success & How to Make the Most of It | Darien Harris
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBDarien Harris is the Director of Player Relations and Program Advancement for the Michigan State Football Program. Darien played linebacker at Michigan State University and was part of the winningest Senior class in MSU history before he went to the NFL. In our conversation, Darien shares the lessons he learned from his father including the ONE thing we can control in any situation. Darien talks about the mindset he maintained going into professional sports and how he now coaches players a...
One in a Million is All You Need with Mateen Cleaves
October 20, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBMateen Cleaves is a retired NBA basketball player and a National Champion with the 2000 Michigan State men's basketball team under head coach Tom Izzo. He currently serves as a leadership coach at United Wholesale Mortgage. In my chat with Mateen, we chart his rise as a highly successful player at Michigan State University and the story of the 2000 National Title team under Tom Izzo. Mateen shares the important lessons he learned from his parents, coaches, and teachers that enabled him to r...
What Makes a Great Leader + How YOU Can Become One | Mateen Cleaves
October 20, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBMateen Cleaves is a retired NBA basketball player and a National Champion with the 2000 Michigan State men's basketball team under head coach Tom Izzo. In my chat with Mateen, we chart his rise as a highly successful player at Michigan State University and the story of the 2000 National Title team under Tom Izzo. Mateen shares the important lessons he learned from his parents, coaches, and teachers that enabled him to reach the NBA. Mateen also shares what inspired the pivot he made out of ...
The Daily Mindsets and Habits REQUIRED for Success | Ben Newman
October 13, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBBen Newman is a highly regarded Performance Coach, International Speaker and Best-Selling Author. Ben serves as a Mental Conditioning Coach for the 18-time National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide football team and has worked with players from the last 4 Super Bowl Champion teams. Real Leaders Magazine selected him as one of their 2019, 2020, 2022 TOP 50 Speakers in the World. In this episode, Ben and I break down the daily mindsets and habits that are required for creating success and achiev...
Never Compromise Your Standards + A Recipe for How to Bounce Back When Things Don’t Go As Planned | Andy Wagstaff
October 06, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBA career in professional sport so often includes uncertainty and unforeseen obstacles. For Andy Wagstaff, his dream of making it as a pro soccer player did not pan out quite as he hoped, but due to an unerring determination and healthy foresight, he has been able to ride the waves to an amazing career in coaching and academy leadership. Andy is now the head coach of the Flint City Bucks, as well as the owner of the Liverpool FC International Academy of Michigan, and today we get to hear all ...
A Masterclass on How to Bet on Yourself to Create Favorable Outcomes in Life | LaMarr Woodley
September 29, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBLaMarr Woodley is a Retired NFL athlete, Super Bowl Champion, and former All-American linebacker at the University of Michigan. LaMarr is a great example of someone who gave his all for his love and talent for football, but created space for an amazing second act with the birth of his film production company, Area 56 Entertainment. In this conversation with LaMarr, we go deep into his ascent in the world of football, what enabled him to reach the heights that he did, some of his most speci...
How to Turn Moments of Adversity into Fuel to Create Your Biggest Successes in Life | Taiwan Jones
September 22, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBTaiwan Jones is a retired NFL Athlete and owner of Transformation Lab, a gym based out of Sterling Heights, MI. Taiwan tells me about his experience getting bullied as a kid and how it made him into the man he is today. In our conversation, we hear about his early experiences in the NFL as a top-performing athlete, the ups and downs that professional football put him through, when he knew it was time for a new chapter in his life, and what made him decide to start Transformation Lab. Taiwa...
Your Approach to Failure May be Holding You Back - Why You Should Fail Faster & Clean The Edges | Mat Ishbia
September 15, 2022 09:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBFolks, this week, I’m re-sharing my conversation with United Wholesale Mortgage CEO, Mat Ishbia, in hopes it can provide you with the mindset shift you need to dominate the rest of the year and set yourself up for success in 2023. So often I find I make elaborate plans to avoid failure. I can be afraid to make the decision to implement a big change or take a big risk to try to further myself because I'm afraid that something might go wrong – and then what will I do? It had me thinking abo...
How to Build & Scale a Boutique Consulting Business | Marti McLeish & Stephanie Murphy
September 02, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBTaking your expertise in a certain field and converting it into a consultancy business is such a powerful way to level up your professional life. This is exactly what today's guests did, and we are so happy to sit down with Marti McLeish and Stephanie Murphy to talk about how they combined their powers to build the remarkable Noble Co, through which they help business owners get clear on their priorities and achieve their dreams. This conversation contains some priceless insight into walkin...
Future Champions - Interviewing Tomorrow’s Athletes + Leaders While They Are Still Kids | Ava & Atlas Amezcua
August 25, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBWe've had the privilege of talking to many of the great leaders and champions of today, but in this episode, we're handing the mic over to the champions of tomorrow. Manuel is joined by his kids, Ava (14) and Atlas (12), to talk about the support our future stars need in pursuit of their dreams. Ava and Atlas demonstrate the impact parents' behaviors have on their children and explain how they prefer to be supported in moments of adversity and defeat. We find out what makes them feel inspi...
Stop Waiting to Pursue Your Dreams - Attacking Life with Impatience | Chad Miles
August 18, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBAchieving our unique vision for life takes consistent hard work, focus, and recognizing the micro-wins along the way. On this episode, entrepreneur, creator, and storyteller, Chad Miles joins me to talk about exactly he’s attacked his unique vision for life and how he’s approached the many pivots he’s made along the way. In our conversation, he talks about the noble pursuit of becoming better every day, the inconvenience of pursuing your dreams, why a support system is indispensable, and h...
Train Your Mind Like a Pro Athlete | Lauren Johnson
August 04, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBFolks, we're bringing back our most downloaded episode of all-time with mental performance coach Lauren Johnson. This conversation is packed with value for both our long time listeners and so many of our new followers that have recently joined us. Enjoy. Lauren Johnson is a mental performance coach and speaker. She is the founder of Lauren Johnson & Co and recently served as Mental Conditioning Coordinator for the New York Yankees MLB franchise. In this episode, Lauren shares the real defin...
From HS to NFL: The Surprising Journey of an Undrafted NFL Free Agent | Taybor Pepper
July 28, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBTaybor Pepper is a professional NFL player for the San Fransisco 49ers. As a long snapper, Pepper was one of the top-rated high school recruits and played 4 seasons of college football at Michigan State University. In this episode, Taybor shares the story behind his college recruitment process and how he ALMOST attended his rival school. Next, Taybor takes us behind the scenes of his journey entering the NFL draft and eventually becoming an undrafted free agent. Lastly, Taybor shares what ...
Overcoming his Father Leaving and Betting it All on Himself to Find Success | AJ Troup
July 21, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBAJ Troup is an LA-based actor and writer as well as a former college football player at Michigan State University. In this episode, AJ shares his journey from overcoming 3 ACL injuries, walking on to play football at Michigan State, how his first catch was a TD, and how he transitioned into a successful acting career. AJ shares the inspiration behind his powerful short film, "If Given the Chance" where he delivers a monologue to his absent father. Watch AJ's feature short film, If Given the...
Overcoming the Odds to Achieve Something Great - An Inspiring Story of Perseverance | AJ Troup
July 21, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBAJ Troup is an LA-based actor and writer as well as a former college football player at Michigan State University. In this episode, AJ shares his journey from overcoming 3 ACL injuries, walking on to play football at Michigan State, how his first catch was a TD, and how he transitioned into a successful acting career. AJ shares the inspiration behind his powerful short film, "If Given the Chance" where he delivers a monologue to his absent father. Watch AJ's feature short film, If Given the...