Athletes Unheard
9 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsAthletes Unheard is a show that features thought-provoking conversations with athletes on how mental health affects and is intertwined with money, politics, relationships, and other controversial topics that aren’t regularly discussed throughout the world of sports. Join host Malcolm Lemmons as he brings real athletes to the table, and provides a more open and honest look into what goes on beyond the game.
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Episodes
Isa Abdul-Quddus: Changing The Conversation Around Mental Health For Men
February 24, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode featuring Isa Abdul-Quddus, we discuss his youth and why he's passionate about mental health. We dive into his football career and the mindset he brought to the game every day. And lastly, we talk about therapy and what's he's doing to change the conversation around mental health for all men. Follow Isa: IG: @isaaq42 LinkedIn: Isa Abdul-Quddus Twitter: @iamisa1
Natalie Allport: Lessons Learned From Personal Struggles & Managing Dual-Careers
February 17, 2021 17:00 - 32 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode featuring Natalie Allport, we talk about her some of her best tips to manage your mental health. We dive into her transition into entrepreneurship. And lastly, we discuss best social media practices, dealing with trolls online and leveraging stress. Follow Natalie: Instagram: @natalieallport Twitter: @natalieallport Tik-Tok: @natalieallport
Jayne Appel Marinelli: Managing Mental Health With Your Family & The Future Of The WNBA
February 10, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode featuring Jayne Appel-Marinelli, we discuss her transition into life after basketball and some of the underrated factors for athletes. We dive into mental health and how she dealt with her family member being schizophrenic growing up. Lastly, we talk about WNBA activism and how she supports the players of the league. Follow Jayne: LinkedIn: Jayne Appel-Marinelli Twitter: @jayneappel
John Thomas: Systemic Oppression & It's Role Within Mental Health, George Floyd's Death & Athletes Activism
February 03, 2021 17:00 - 47 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode featuring John Thomas, we discuss his background as a pro athlete and his difficult retirement from basketball. We dive into the murder of George Floyd and why it hit him differently being from Minneapolis. Lastly, we talk about community engagement and mental health for the next generation. Follow John: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jgthomas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-g-thomas/
Imani McGee Stafford: Dealing With Depression, Surviving Sexual Abuse & Activism In The WNBA
January 27, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode featuring Imani McGee-Stafford, we discuss how she manages her mental health and her experience being a survivor of sexual abuse. We dive into mental health programming in sports and what organizations need to be doing. Lastly, we talk about activism and the future of the WNBA. Follow Imani: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imanitrishawn/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imanitrishawn_
Jelani Jenkins: Social Injustice In The NFL, Thoughts On Kneeling & Mental Transitions
January 20, 2021 17:00 - 50 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode featuring Jelani Jenkins, we discuss him kneeling during the national anthem and what went into him making that decision. We dive into the story of his grandfather who was an activist in South Carolina and the legacy he wishes to carry on in life after football. Lastly, we talk about mindfulness, mental health, and how he viewed these things during and now after his NFL career. Follow Jelani: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jelanimjenkins/ Instagram: https://www.in...
Otis Grigsby: Concussions In Sports, Developing A Resilient Mindset & Life After Sports
January 13, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBIn this episode featuring Otis Grigsby, we discuss his background as an NFL player and his unconventional path to the NFL. We dive into how he developed a resilient mindset and a life-changing childhood story that his parents just told him 5 years ago. Lastly, we talk about concussions in sports and what's he doing to help access them more accurately. Follow Otis: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/otisgrigsby/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/otisgrigsby18 Instagram: https://www.in...
Amobi Okugo: How Money Management Ties Into Mental Health For Athletes
January 06, 2021 07:30 - 36 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode featuring pro soccer player & founder of A Frugal Athlete Amobi Okugo, we talk about achieving Forbes 30 under 30, mental health and how it ties into finances for athletes and his thoughts on NIL, dealing with uncertainty, and much more. Follow Amobi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/okugo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/ Website: https://www.afrugalathlete.com/