What The Game Means To Me: A Sports Podcast
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -In this sports podcast, host Jelani Brown will dive into the lives of athletes, coaches, sports industry professionals and more, as they talk about their journey's and how the power of sports has inspired them. We'll uncover their crazy sports stories, insights, and discuss today's latest sports news surrounding the NFL, NBA, MLB and college sports. The fun will continue as we chop it up about pop culture, entertainment, fashion and play some games as well. "What The Game Means To Me" is a place where sports junkies can come and get their sports fix and more. So, if you're looking for the best sports podcast...you've come to the right place. I appreciate you tuning in and hope you enjoy !
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Episodes
Live With Chris Brown-NCAA Compliance Expert
August 11, 2020 17:10 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBIn this episode I sit down with Chris Brown ! ... Not the artist, but an intelligent, talented, and hardworking individual in the sports world. We talk about what sports have meant to him and his career path, how he got started working in NCAA Compliance, his consulting firm and pursuing his PhD, and his thoughts and opinions surrounding the news with the NCAA and different conferences outlook on fall football/sports.
Sports Brief of the Week- WNBA and NBA are back, Covid in the MLB, NFL Opt Outs, and NCAA problems
August 08, 2020 14:00 - 46 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode, I cover the latest sports news over the last two weeks, starting off with the return of the WNBA and NBA. I talk about their efforts to continue to push for social change, covid cases popping up in the MLB, NFL news with the upcoming season and opt outs, problems revolving around fall sports in the NCAA and more major sports news.
Sports Talk: The Freestyle Trampoline Association With Greg Roe
July 22, 2020 18:48 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode, I tread water in a different field of sport, as I talk all things Freestyle Trampolining with the creator, Greg Roe. He talks about this new form of trampolining, how his association is getting the younger generation involved, and how this up and coming sport is growing fast and taking on the world.
Sports Talk With Jordan Floyd
July 10, 2020 20:17 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBFor this special 10th episode, I bring on former teammate and little league friend, Jordan Floyd. Being the D2CAA National Player of the Year, holding the record for most points scored in King University History, and signing to play for Orlandina Basket in Italy are only some of his great accomplishments in the sport of basketball and life. In this episode we talk about his college basketball career, what he looks forward to most playing overseas, Makur Maker and players going to play at H...
Sports Brief of the Week(s)- NFL News, WNBA Heroics, Makur Maker, Fan Cut Outs and More
July 05, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this episode I combine the biggest sports stories over the last two weeks (since my recording of last weeks news was a dud) and there's a bunch to cover ! I get into the NFL using the "Black National Anthem" Lift Every Voice before NFL games this fall, WNBA players heriocs and remarkable ideas, NBA Covid Cases News, Makur Maker committing to Howard and starting the HBCU wave, MLB restart news and more, so check it out.
Sports Brief of the Week- Kyrie, the NBA, Covid Cases in Football, Bubba Wallace and More
June 25, 2020 16:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBAfter a two week lay off deciding the direction of this podcast, I discuss my plans to bring more fun, fresh content for you all to enjoy! This week I kick off my "Sports Brief of the Week" episodes where I will be talking about the biggest sports news stories, along with pop culture, entertainment, music, and more (will be included in later weeks). This week I talk about the Kyrie situation with the NBA, all the "perks" players will have/receive in Orlando for the start of the Quarantine NB...
Jelani and Chris Lebron Talk: The Equality Fight Continues
June 08, 2020 00:10 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBI round out the last episode of my mini series, talking with Chris Lebron from the Off The Ball Podcast. We talk about the on going protest in our cities and the need for change and justice. We hit on the Kaepernick movement and its role in our countries current climate, the upsetting comments from NFL players and coaches this week, and the return of basketball. Check it out ! SIGN THESE PETITIONS, MAKE A CHANGE
Jelani and Chris Talk: Our Battle With America
June 05, 2020 20:45 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBPart 2 of a 3 part mini series where I connect and talk with fellow podcasters about the current state of America right now. In this episode, I talk with Chris Powell from the CouchCoach Live Podcast about the ignorant comments from Drew Brees, how the Kaeperick Movement has influenced the protests today, and the big return of the NBA. SIGN THESE PETITIONS AND ANY OTHERS YOU MAY COME ACROSS TO HELP THE CAUSE: https://t.co/ENJtHHclQs https://t.co/fHm9oLx1uY
Jelani and Robin Talk- America's Protest
June 03, 2020 23:37 - 1 hour - 80 MBIn this epsiode I collab with fellow podcaster, Robin Augustin from "Real Talk, Real Views". We discuss the protests being held across America, Kaepernick's movement, ideas about how/when the NBA will return and more. Support the Protests ! Support Black Communities ! Help bring Change ! Support and Donate to Breonna Taylor's fund. She was killed by 3 police officers who broke into her home and shot her while she slept in her bed. https://www.gofundme.com/f/9v4q2-justice-for-breonna-tayl...
The Vending Biz and Sports: Interview with Marcus Gram
May 13, 2020 19:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this episode, I had the pleasure to speak with Marcus Gram (AKA Brother Gram) about how sports has had an impact on his life from an early age. We dive into how sports has affected his career path and landed him in the vending business, how and why you should get into the vending machine space, his thoughts on the old school vs new school NBA, and more. Appreciate you for tuning in and enjoy ! Rate my podcast at: ratethispodcast.com/whatthegamemeanstome
Sports At Last ! : NFL Draft and The Last Dance Breakdown
May 07, 2020 21:35 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBSports, in some form and fashion, has come back...at least with these two events, then its back to watching sports shows talk about the same thing for days on end. In this episode I'll break down my thoughts and opinions on the Virtual NFL Draft (especially how I think my Falcons did) and the first four episodes of the Last Dance.
Allow Me To ...Introduce Myself
May 07, 2020 21:35 - 10 minutes - 9.39 MBHello everyone and welcome to my first episode of the "What's The Game Mean To Me" Podcast. In this episode I talk about my journey and early experiences in sports, while also explaining the purpose for starting this platform. I'm excited to share not only my, but the sports stories, thoughts, and opinions of others as well. I appreciate the listen and hope you enjoy !
The Dynamic Duo: Interview with Coach Nafis Pickett and Will Huzzie
May 07, 2020 21:35 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBIn this episode, I had the pleasure to speak with my former high school football coach, Nafis Pickett and standout ETSU wideout and former teammate, Will Huzzie. These two share what the game of football means to them, they're bond on and off the field, thoughts on the NFL Draft, reactions to the Last Dance, we play a fun game of their "Top 3" and more ! Check it out.