Ep. #43 | Build Your Own Empire ft. Jamoni Jones

The Takeaway Podcast

English - April 09, 2020 15:45 - 1 hour - 141 MB - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
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Episode 43! This week, we're joined by East Kentwood basketball star, Jamoni Jones. He joins us to talk about his journey so far, how he has faced/dealt with adversity, and his reaction to being invited to Stephen Curry's basketball camp in Oakland. This conversation is great for anyone looking for inspiration in someone else's story, and those who want to support the local talent of Grand Rapids.

Following the interview, Sam and Vince give their week 3 quarantine review, share new hobbies they're experimenting with, and entertainment they have been killing time with. Also, they give their review of PARTYNEXTDOOR's latest album, as well as react to Drake's new dance track. Tune in!

Timestamps:

00:26 - Guest Introduction

01:25 - Jamoni Jones joins the show

01:55 - How Jamoni started playing basketball

04:50 - When Jamoni realized he was better than most players

05:50 - Talent vs. Hard Work

09:10 - "Build your own empire"

10:10 - What didn't Jamoni transfer to a prep school?

13:55 - Jamoni on his to invite Steph Curry's basketball camp

19:50 - What it's like having D1 schools reaching out all the time

21:10 - When Jamoni realized he could go to the next level

24:55 - Jamoni's pre-game rituals