Life Beyond the Game
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsSports are such a big part of all of our lives. From the big plays to the unforgettable games, they continue to inspire us in unimaginable ways. But what happens to the athletes, the warriors and heroes of our time, when the game is finally over and the sport they love and worked their entire lives pursuing greatness at, continues on without them? How do they cope with the transition? How do they find purpose, reclaim their identity, and work towards a vision of the future? As a former professional athlete, playing in the NFL for 8 seasons, I know the unique challenges that these athletes face. On this podcast, these athletes will share their stories and how they navigate... Life Beyond The Game.
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Dr. Chris Nowinski || Concussion, CTE, and the Future of Sports
September 15, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBWelcome to the last episode of Life Beyond the Game! Don’t worry, we’re not really going anywhere, just merging with my other podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quantum-coffee-with-joe-hawley-podcast/id1526131260 (Quantum Coffee). As we gain more clarity on the healing we want to bring to the world, we’ve decided to merge the podcasts and make them more accessible for everyone. So if you’re not already, go subscribe to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quantum-coffee-with-joe-h...
Cameron Lynch || Finding Success Through Transition
September 08, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBThis week we have my friend Cameron Lynch on the podcast! Cameron played linebacker for the Rams and the Buccaneers. After his playing days in the NFL, Cameron launched a media consulting and production company called HeartWork Media, and has grown his career in broadcasting as well to land opportunities as a color commentator with Florida International University Football and the In-Game host for SB LV with NFL Redzone Host, Scott Hanson. Cameron’s next steps are directed to Silicon Valley,...
Obafemi Ayanbadejo || Reinventing Yourself and Letting Your Imagination Run Wild
August 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 155 MBThis week we have Obafemi Ayanbadejo on the show! Obafemi is a former NFL running back, fullback and special teams player. He was signed by the Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 1997. He is also the founder of Health Reel, NASA Technology partner, a human performance expert, and a certified nutritionist. In this episode, Femi and I dive into his long NFL career and how he used discipline and hard work to find success at the highest level. We also get into Obafemi’s transition out of the l...
Prince Daniels Jr. || Mastering the Balance Between Power and Peace
August 11, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 204 MBThis week we have Prince Daniels Jr. on the podcast. Some call him half human, half monk, Prince Daniels Jr. is a former NFL Running back and high performance mentor who works with high achievers and athletes to unlock their peak performance. He is the author of Mindfulness for the Ultimate Athlete: Mastering the Balance Between Power and Peace and the creator of the Unlocking your Peak Performance masterclass. Prince is also the founder of Game Beyond the Game, an ecosystem helping athletes ...
Justin Roethlingshoefer || Managing And Optimizing Your Energy
July 28, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 128 MBThis week we have Justin Roethlingshoefer on the podcast Justin Roethlingshoefer has 12+ years in the Sport Performance, Sport Science, Health, Nutrition & Fitness field. He has worked as a head strength coach in the NCAA and NHL, and runs a private camp for pro hockey players. Justin is the author of three books on mindset, body development & fitness that have been Amazon best sellers for their category and has spoken on international stages along with 2 TEDx talks. As founder of Own It, he ...
Jordan Bible || Psychotherapy Interventions: How Psilocybin Can Help Heal the Brain
July 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis week we have Jordan Bible on the podcast. Jordan is currently a Graduate Student at The University of Denver in the school for professional psychology. Under the paradigm of sports psychology he is finishing his capstone project for the sports coaching program. Jordan hopes that his capstone project on psilocybin-assisted therapies for elite American Football players can notify the sense of urgency for a resolution to the CTE epidemic. In this episode, we discussed: Jordan’s early athlet...
Shane Hall || Trusting Your Community and Uncovering Your Best Self
June 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBThis week we have Shane Hall on the podcast. During college, Shane played offensive line at University of South Carolina for Coach Lou Holtz from 1999 - 2002. In 2003, he moved to the NFL playing with the Seattle Seahawks, ending with a dislocated kneecap. After his NFL career, Shane worked in finance for several years before returning to a childhood passion, woodworking. After studying under a master craftsman for five years, Shane opened his own shop, Hall Handcrafted, where he specializ...
Adrienne Starr || Finding Happiness and Purpose Outside of Sports
June 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBSign up for the Härt Collective Newsletter: https://www.thehartcollective.com/contact (https://www.thehartcollective.com/contact) Adrienne Starr has spent the last decade on her free agent grind. As a true utility player, she has navigated the professional sports world with her hands in talent management, client services, marketing, event execution and most importantly a development coach. She continues to pursue her purpose of helping athletes achieve success beyond sport while sparing no ef...
Hunter Smith | Cultivating Confidence and Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
June 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week we have my friend Hunter Smith on the podcast. Hunter is a former professional hockey player from Windsor, Ontario. He was drafted in 2014 by the Calgary Flames. He is one of the founding members of The Hart Collective, and I’m so happy to be on this journey with him. In this episode, we explore Hunter’s journey through professional hockey and what it has been like transitioning out of sports during such a chaotic time in our world. We also explore Hunter’s experience in the Hart Co...
Hunter Smith || Cultivating Confidence and Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
June 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week we have my friend Hunter Smith on the podcast. Hunter is a former professional hockey player from Windsor, Ontario. He was drafted in 2014 by the Calgary Flames. He is one of the founding members of The Hart Collective, and I’m so happy to be on this journey with him. In this episode, we explore Hunter’s journey through professional hockey and what it has been like transitioning out of sports during such a chaotic time in our world. We also explore Hunter’s experience in the Hart Co...
Listening to the God Within with Caleb Campbell
May 19, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBListening to the God Within with Caleb Campbell This week we have Caleb Campbell on the show! Caleb is a West Point Graduate, Former Army Officer and NFL Draft Pick that now travels the country as a full-time emotional wellness speaker and workshop facilitator. He is also the host of https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-your-way-with-caleb/id1423750873 (Finding Your Way), a podcast that aims to help those who are wandering inwardly and looking to find their own unique way of belongi...
Showing Up As Your True Self with Brian Selman
May 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBThis week we have Brian Selman on the show! Brian Selman is in his 12th year with the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball organization, now serving as the Assistant Director, Coaching and Player Development, Strategic Initiatives. In his new role, Brian will provide expertise and insight on the minor league system while leading strategic and continuous initiatives for staff education, learning, and growth. In this episode, we discussed: Brian’s childhood and his journey playing baseball The journey o...
Shifting Your Identity and Nurturing Your Life with Anthony Trucks
April 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 176 MBThis week we have Anthony Trucks on the podcast! Anthony Trucks is a foster kid turned NFL athlete and serial entrepreneur with one serious super power. Making Shift Happen, no matter what, by accessing the power of identity. After overcoming over 30+ traumatic life events, and navigating the identity shifts that followed, Anthony has come to be known as the leading expert in “Shifting”. Which is making a shift internally, to elevate how you operate externally, which in turn changes your life...
Embracing Challenge and Recreating Your Life with Marcus Lattimore
April 07, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 175 MBThis week we have Marcus Lattimore on the podcast! A native of Duncan, Marcus Lattimore is one of the most influential public figures in South Carolina. Regarded as one of the best high school football players ever, he decided to stay home and play for the University of South Carolina. He exploded onto the scene racking up accolades including being named an All American and National Freshman of the year. Despite suffering two catastrophic knee injuries and only playing in 24 games, he set the...
Alchemizing Pain and Building Resilience with Bob Wilkie
March 24, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBThis week we have Bob Wilkie on the podcast! Bob Wilkie is a former NHL hockey player, an award-winning entrepreneur, a best-selling author, and has given thousands of presentations to crowds ranging from CEOs, businesses, schools, and sports organizations throughout North America. His presentations are an emotional ride that triggers and inspires a deeper sense of understanding, hope, and motivation. Bob is the owner and President of a company called https://igotmind.ca/ (I Got Mind) that sp...
Focus on the Small Things with Joe Thomas
March 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 170 MBThis week we have a legend, Joe Thomas, on the podcast! Joe is a former Cleveland Browns Left Tackle who started every game he played in the NFL. He is an Ironman, with 10,363 consecutive snaps. Throughout his NFL career, Joe won numerous awards, including the Outland Trophy in 2006 and the Browns Ring of Honor. He is also a 10x Pro Bowl invitee. Joe also co-hosts his own podcast show, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thomahawk-show/id1331554146 (The ThomaHawk Show) In this episode...
Navigating Life's Big Transitions (Solocast)
February 24, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBWelcome to a special episode of Life Beyond the Game! In this solocast, I dive into the chaotic times we have been experiencing in Austin, TX, the passing of Vincent Jackson, and the difficulty of life’s big transitions. I also talk about my community, https://manvandogblog.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=969247962f6f6290a6a25a27f&id=57d147c59e&e=f05c590f0c (The Härt Collective), and how you can get involved. Connect with Joe Website |https://www.joe-hawley.com/ ( )http://www.joe-hawley.c...
Removing the Mask and Uncovering Your Greatness with Rennie Curran
February 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 176 MBThis week we have Rennie Curran on the show! Rennie Curran is a former professional athlete who currently serves as an active Keynote Speaker, Author, and CEO of Game Changer Coaching. Curran has a diverse background with humble beginnings. When Rennie began his football career, he was initially considered undersized according to various critics, but quickly silenced the doubters by exploding onto the field as a true freshman at the University of Georgia. Rennie’s experiences of overcoming ma...
Unlocking Your Purpose with Victor Hobson
January 20, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 125 MBThis week we have Victor Hobson on the show! Victor Hobson is a former linebacker who played 7 years in the NFL with the New York Jets, Cincinnati Bengals, and Arizona Cardinals. We connected for a forum for entrepreneurs and shared a similar end of career journey, both making the decision to walk away from the game and experiencing a loss of identity. Victor is now successful in the financial industry and is making a global impact as the Managing Principal at ASE Global Group. In this episo...
All You Have Is Now with Langston Moore
January 13, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 136 MBThis week we have my friend Langston Moore on the podcast! Too heavy to play pee wee football, Langston had to wait to play any kind of organized football until high school. His size would get him noticed. Playing at James Island High School he went on to become one of the state's top prospects. He became heavily recruited by various schools as well as being asked to walk on and wait for a scholarship at "traditional" power house schools. Langston took the opportunity to play for his home sta...
Opportunity and Preparation with Daniel Griggs
January 06, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 126 MBThis week we have Daniel Griggs on the show! Daniel Griggs is the founder and CEO of ATX The Brand, a tech agency based in Austin, Texas and Miami, Florida, that provides the blueprint necessary for companies to shift from idea to action. His clients range from funded startups, franchises, and corporate and fortune companies looking to enhance or expand their product line. Beginning in 2015, Daniel has built and grown ATX The Brand and six other web-based companies, using the skills he develo...
Centers Talking Ball with Nick Hardwick & Eric Wood
December 30, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this special episode we have Nick Hardwick and Eric Wood returning to the show! Joe, Nick, and Eric dive deep into stories and lessons they learned playing at the center position in the NFL. Nick Hardwick spent 11 years playing at the center position for the San Diego Chargers. During his NFL career, he learned the value of work ethic and dedication and has successfully applied those values to achieve a quality and purposeful life after the game. Nick is first and foremost a devoted husba...
Cultivating Empathy and Curiosity with Reggie Walker
December 23, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBThis week we have Reggie Walker on the show! Reggie is a former NFL athlete and team captain, playing with the Arizona Cardinals, San Diego Chargers and Denver Broncos. Reggie learned early on that he is capable of accomplishing anything he sets his mind to - he has a unique blend of unbreakable resilience and determination. During his college football career, Reggie never started more than half of a season while also battling anxiety, depression, and abuse. Even with these challenges, he was...
Shifting Your Perspective with Mike Adams (Part 2)
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBWelcome to Part 2 of Mike Adams on Life Beyond the Game! In this episode, we dive into Mike’s transition out of the league and how he has found purpose since walking away from the NFL. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can find that https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-the-game/id1533171572?i=1000501833489 (here). Mike is a former NFL lineman turned Yogi. After playing football for Ohio State University Mike’s football career took him to Pittsburgh for four years where he p...
The Power of Positivity with Mike Adams (Part 1)
December 09, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBThis week we have Mike Adams on the Show! Mike is a former NFL lineman turned Yogi. After playing football for Ohio State University Mike’s football career took him to Pittsburgh for four years where he played for the Steelers before moving on to Chicago to play a year with the Bears. Through his years of playing, Mike used yoga as a means of training cardio, flexibility, and recovery for football injuries from knee and shoulder surgeries all the way to back surgery. It was after his football...
Taking Ownership of Your Life with John Parker Wilson
December 02, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutes - 61.8 MBThis week we have my friend John Parker Wilson on the show! John Parker is a former collegiate and NFL football player. John Parker was a three-year starter for Alabama as a quarterback from 2006-08. When his career at Alabama ended, Wilson held every passing record in Alabama school history. In 2009, John Parker was signed as a free agent and spent the next four years in the NFL playing for the Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers. He currently lives in Birmingham, A...
Trusting the Process with Eric Wood
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThis week we have Eric Wood on the show! Eric Wood is a former NFL athlete, playing 9 years with the Buffalo Bills. After the 2017 season, he was diagnosed with a career-ending neck injury. Prior to his diagnosis, Eric had signed a contract extension with the Bills and was the only player on the team to play 100% of the plays. Eric is now a broadcaster for ESPN/ACC Networks and the Buffalo Bills Radio Network. He is also a keynote speaker for special events and hosts his own podcast, https:/...
Re-Telling Our Stories with Ken Ruettgers
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThis week we have my good friend Ken Ruettgers on the show! Ken is a former 1st round pick and NFL great of the Green Bay Packers, where he played offensive tackle from 1985 to 1996. In 1989, he was the Packers offensive MVP and was inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 2014. Ken is one of the most passionate people I’ve met when it comes to helping former players during the transition process and joined the NFL in 2015 as one of their official transition coaches. He has also fo...
Let Your Soul Smile with Brandon Coleman
November 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBThis week we have my soul brother, Brandon Coleman on the show! Brandon is a former NFL athlete, playing as a Wide Receiver for the New Orleans Saints from 2014-2018. He successfully reached the highest level of competition in one of the world’s most visible sports, while teaching our young about the challenges ahead, on and off the field, and making a difference in the lives of Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers with Life of Legacy advocacy group. For this achievement, Brandon was awa...
Being Guided By Your Intuition with Kyle Kingsbury
November 04, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBThis week we have my good friend Kyle Kingsbury on the podcast! Kyle is one of the wisest guys I know with a lot to share. He is the proud father of two kids, Bear and Wolf, and a loving husband to Natasha. After playing college football for Arizona State, he went through a challenging transition which eventually led him to a career as a UFC fighter. After his time in the UFC, Kyle became the Director of Human Optimization at Onnit. He also hosts the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kyle...
Writing Your Future Story with Nick Hardwick
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBThis week we have my friend Nick Hardwick on the podcast! Nick is truly one of the most amazing men that I have come in contact with. We have so much in common and are so aligned in our mission. Nick played center for the San Diego Charger for 11 years and he is someone I looked up to during my playing days. He has some incredible stories about his athletic journey and how he has navigated life since retirement. I know you’re going to love this one! In this episode, we discussed: Nick’s incr...
The Power of Vulnerability with Marcus Smith II
October 21, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 48.3 MBThis week we have Marcus Smith II on the podcast! Marcus is a former NFL athlete, playing for the Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks, and Washington Redskins. In addition to playing in the NFL, he created thehttps://www.miifoundation.org/ ( MII Foundation), which provides opportunities and support for single-parent households. Marcus is a University of Louisville alumni, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Communications. This accomplishment helped prepare him for life after football,...
Removing the Baggage with Shamiel Gary
October 14, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 52.2 MBThis week we have my friend Shamiel Gary on the podcast. Shamiel is a 4-year NFL veteran, who played for the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, and New England Patriots. He is now a successful entrepreneur, mentor, and keynote speaker, featured on TEDx. Shamiel’s mission is to inspire folks from all backgrounds to overcome life’s adversities and see the value in their own dreams. This podcast is packed full of practical tools that we can apply to our lives to remove baggage and fin...
Tap Into Your Purpose with Jay Barnett
October 07, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 57.1 MBThis week we have my friend Jay Barnett on the podcast! Jay Barnett is a former professional athlete turned author/speaker and Marriage & Family Associate. He has a transparent and relatable methodology that allows for an instant connection to our youth. Teaching of self-worth through the word as it related to empowerment, encouragement and most importantly mental stability. King Jay is no stranger to adversities. However, with strength and faith, nothing seemed impossible for him. Expressin...
Welcome to Life Beyond the Game with Joe Hawley
September 23, 2020 05:00 - 45 minutes - 51.7 MBWelcome to the very first episode of Life Beyond the Game! "Sports are such a big part of all of our lives. From the big plays to the unforgettable games, They continue to inspire us in unimaginable ways. But what happens to the athletes, the warriors and heroes of our time, when the game is finally over and the sport they love, and worked their entire lives pursuing greatness at, continues on without them? How do they cope with the transition? How do they find purpose, reclaim their identity...