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What's Next with Eric Wood

282 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 712 ratings

Join former NFL Pro Bowler Eric Wood as he transitions into the next part of his life. Sports, business, music; you can expect it all as Eric is joined by a compelling guest each episode.

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Episodes

Episode 25 - Brandon Beane

March 02, 2020 15:28 - 1 hour - 85 MB

The GM of the Buffalo Bills Brandon Beane joins the show to talk with Eric about his rise to the top of a NFL organization, what it's like being a GM in the NFL, the current state of the Bills and what will get them to the Super Bowl. This conversation between friends is informational, revealing and a includes a few fun topics like who won their last golf match.

Episode 24 - Richie Incognito

February 17, 2020 14:56 - 42 minutes - 63 MB

Richie makes his 2nd appearance on the podcast, this time talking about his transition back into football. The former teammates caught up in Miami before the Super Bowl, and also discuss: playing in the NFL at 36 years old vs 26, Richie's teammates in Oakland including Antonio Brown, his love for the Raiders organization and who can eat the most wings.

Ep 24 - Back to the Grind with Richie Incognito Part 2

February 17, 2020 14:56 - 42 minutes - 63 MB

Richie makes his 2nd appearance on the podcast, this time talking about his transition back into football. The former teammates caught up in Miami before the Super Bowl, and also discuss: playing in the NFL at 36 years old vs 26, Richie's teammates in Oakland including Antonio Brown, his love for the Raiders organization and who can eat the most wings.

Ep 23 - It Starts with a Mindset with Scott Satterfield

January 20, 2020 14:24 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Head football coach of the Louisville Cardinals Scott Satterfield joins the podcast to talk about his upbringing, some of his favorite moments from Appalachian State and how he is changing the culture in Louisville. The 2019 ACC Coach of the Year has powerful advice on positive thinking, player development and his favorite new restaurants in the city. 

Episode 23 - Scott Satterfield

January 20, 2020 14:24 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Head football coach of the Louisville Cardinals Scott Satterfield joins the podcast to talk about his upbringing, some of his favorite moments from Appalachian State and how he is changing the culture in Louisville. The 2019 ACC Coach of the Year has powerful advice on positive thinking, player development and his favorite new restaurants in the city. 

Best of 2019

January 06, 2020 15:10 - 1 hour - 102 MB

It has been a great year for What's Next with Eric Wood and we have put together some of the best moments of 2019 in this podcast. You'll hear from several guests once again including Richie Incognito, Vince Tyra, Bob Russell, Joe Thomas, Brian Brohm, Merril Hoge, David Novak, Big House and more.

Episode 22 - Greg Taylor

December 23, 2019 13:46 - 58 minutes - 90.1 MB

Business owner, certified leadership coach and former Division 1 football player Greg Taylor joins Eric for an insightful conversation about faith, hard work, striving to become your best and much more. Greg has over 32 years of experience as a business leader and gives great advice about several different topics. Visit Greg's website at: https://www.findyourwinningedge.com

Ep 22 - Find Your Winning Edge with Greg Taylor

December 23, 2019 13:46 - 58 minutes - 90.1 MB

Business owner, certified leadership coach and former Division 1 football player Greg Taylor joins Eric for an insightful conversation about faith, hard work, striving to become your best and much more. Greg has over 32 years of experience as a business leader and gives great advice about several different topics. Visit Greg's website at: https://www.findyourwinningedge.com

Episode 21 - Junior Bridgeman

December 11, 2019 14:36 - 49 minutes - 73.3 MB

American businessman and former Louisville Cardinals basketball player Junior Bridgeman joins the podcast.. Eric and Junior talk on many things including his time in the NBA, playing under Denny Crum at UL, some of his favorite memories on the hardwood, his transition to the business world, the most important qualities for success and much more. 

Ep 21 - Cardinal Greatness with Junior Bridgeman

December 11, 2019 14:36 - 49 minutes - 73.3 MB

American businessman and former Louisville Cardinals basketball player Junior Bridgeman joins the podcast.. Eric and Junior talk on many things including his time in the NBA, playing under Denny Crum at UL, some of his favorite memories on the hardwood, his transition to the business world, the most important qualities for success and much more. 

Episode 20 - Stevie Johnson

November 27, 2019 13:22 - 37 minutes - 48.6 MB

Former Buffalo Bills' teammate and University of Kentucky wide receiver Stevie Johnson joins Eric for a special Rivalry Week episode. The guys talk about the upcoming UK-UL game, their favorite memories playing together, the transition to life after football and much more.

Ep 20 - Rivalry Week UK-UL with Stevie Johnson

November 27, 2019 13:22 - 37 minutes - 48.6 MB

Former Buffalo Bills' teammate and University of Kentucky wide receiver Stevie Johnson joins Eric for a special Rivalry Week episode. The guys talk about the upcoming UK-UL game, their favorite memories playing together, the transition to life after football and much more.

Episode 19 - David Novak

November 18, 2019 14:30 - 59 minutes - 89.4 MB

David Novak is an American businessman, author and philanthropist. He is Founder and CEO of oGoLead and is Co-Founder and retired Chairman and chief executive officer of YUM! Brands Inc.. David joins Eric for an illuminating conversation about leadership, what motiavtes people, how we can become better each and every day and much more.

Episode 18 - Rob Vaka

November 04, 2019 14:28 - 55 minutes - 84.3 MB

Former athlete, cancer survivor and Director of Player Engagement at SignaturePRO, Rob Vaka joins Eric for an insightful conversation about overcoming obstacles, money management with former athletes, being grateful in every situation and how to succeed in life after retirement.

Episode 17 - Joe "Big House" Kenn

October 21, 2019 12:45 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Joe "Big House" Kenn is the first person ever to be voted the National Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Year in both college football and the NFL. "Big House" coached at the University of Louisville with Eric from 2008-2009 and is now the current Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Carolina Panthers.  The two football guys reconnect to talk about Houses' upbringing, his journey to the NFL, what separates him from other coaches, how to motivate players, some funny stories from the past...

Episode 16 - Dr. Daniel Amen

October 07, 2019 12:29 - 46 minutes - 50.8 MB

Meet America's most popular psychiatrist. Dr. Daniel Amen is a physician, founder of Amen Clinics and BrainMD, double board certified psychiatrist and a nine-time New York Times bestselling author. He joins Eric for an insightful conversation about your brain's potential, the impact of contact sports on the brain, methods to improve your brain function and much more.

Episode 15 - Alex Harbin

September 23, 2019 13:16 - 58 minutes - 95.8 MB

Former teammates at Elder High School, Alex Harbin joins Eric for a fun conversation full of memories of playing football together, Alex's tryout with an NFL team, the challenges of owning a gym, what makes leaders & mentors, Alex's transition in life outside of sports and much more.

Episode 14 - Merril Hoge

September 09, 2019 13:17 - 1 hour - 99.8 MB

The former American Football player and analyst for ESPN, Merril Hoge joins Eric for a insightful conversation about growing up in Idaho, how he got into football, his cancer diagnoses, some of the bad science behind CTE, how he's handled adversity in his life and much more.

Episode 13 - Steve Tasker

August 26, 2019 12:57 - 1 hour - 102 MB

The 7x Pro Bowler, Buffalo Bills Wide Receiver/Gunner and now sports reporter, Steve Tasker joins Eric for a fun conversation about the joy football brought each other, the Hall of Fame debate, some favorite moments from their career and much more.

Episode 12 - Brian Brohm

August 12, 2019 11:49 - 52 minutes - 79.2 MB

The Louisville Legend, former NFL Quarterback and now Purdue Football co-offensive coordinator & quarterbacks coach, Brian Brohm, joins his former Cardinals' teammate for a discussion about his upbringing, performing under high expectations, his college/NFL career and much more. 

Episode 11 - Joe Thomas

July 29, 2019 12:11 - 1 hour - 126 MB

The former Browns' Left Tackle and Future Hall of Famer Joe Thomas is an ironman. Joe didn't miss a single play until his final year of his career, 10,363 consecutive snaps over 11 years, and now he joins Eric for a dynamic conversation about their most memorable moments in the NFL, advice they'd give to rookies, life after the League, coping with injuries and much more.

Episode 10 - Bob Russell

July 15, 2019 12:27 - 1 hour - 113 MB

He became the head pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville at the age of 22. His small congregation of 120 members became one of the largest churches in America, with up to 18,000 people. Now retired, Bob Russell sits down with Eric for a profound conversation about living a joyful life,  the importance of hard work, the drawbacks of multitasking and much more. 

Episode 9 - Nick Hardwick

July 01, 2019 12:39 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

Former NFL lineman Nick Hardwick joins Eric for a refreshing conversation about his unconventional journey to becoming a Pro Bowler, what Nick is doing in life now, brain health in professional athletes and some interesting stories about former teammates like Phillip Rivers and more.

Episode 8 - Matt Hoetker

June 17, 2019 12:26 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Former Navy Seal Matt Hoetker joins Eric to talk about his life and about serving his country.  The guys discuss leadership, sacrifice, the specifics of military lifestyle and what it takes to be a Navy Seal.

Episode 7 - Vince Tyra

June 03, 2019 12:06 - 45 minutes - 79.4 MB

The businessman and University of Louisville Athletic Director joins Eric to talk about growing up in Louisville, his eventful first year as AD, investment advice and a behind-the-scenes look into the world of college athletics.

Episode 6 - Will Wolford

May 20, 2019 12:37 - 53 minutes - 79.5 MB

The former NFL lineman joins Eric for a revealing conversation about the game of Football, Will's career - including going to three straight Super Bowls with the Bills - and his transition into coaching high school and into the business world. 

Episode 5 - Nick Mangold

May 06, 2019 12:12 - 45 minutes - 71.2 MB

Former Pro Bowl Center Nick Mangold joins Eric for a friendly discussion about some of the toughest players to block in the NFL,  their favorites moments from an NFL locker room and what is happening next in their life. 

Episode 4 - Chris Burke

April 22, 2019 13:08 - 1 hour - 96.8 MB

A former Major League Baseball Player from Louisville, Kentucky, Chris Burke joins Eric for a personal conversation about playing ball in college and as a professional, his walk off home run in the 2005 NLDS, adjusting the life after his career and more. 

Episode 3 - Fred Jackson

April 08, 2019 17:17 - 34 minutes - 43.4 MB

Former NFL running back Fred Jackson, who spent nine seasons with the Buffalo Bills, reunites with Eric to talk about his incredible journey to the League, his favorite stories as a player and some advice he'd give to players today or anyone who is going though a transition in their life. 

Episode 2 - Michael Ray

March 25, 2019 11:49 - 49 minutes - 76.3 MB

American country music singer and songwriter Michael Ray joins Eric for a revealing conversation. From humble beginnings to superstardom, how do you make that transition? What challenges do you face on the way to achieving your dreams? Michael tells his story and gives a glimpse of "What's Next" in his life.

Episode 1 - Richie Incognito

March 11, 2019 15:08 - 41 minutes - 64.2 MB

Former NFL player and teammate Richie Incognito joins Eric for a candid conversation about breaking the perception of football players, lessons learned from the Miami situation and "What's Next" for him in his life. 

Episode 0 - Introduction

February 15, 2019 23:33 - 12 minutes - 19 MB

The intro episode! Former NFL Pro Bowler Eric Wood shares his story about: playing in the NFL, the sudden end to his career and where his life is heading next.

Guests

Jason Romano
2 Episodes
David Novak
1 Episode
Dr. Daniel Amen
1 Episode

Twitter Mentions

@justin_w_earley 1 Episode