Elevate and Motivate

Don't just be A light, or SOME of a light. Be THE Light. In this episode, host Jesse Simmons addresses the topic of being selfless and bringing hope to others in times of need when they need it most. Special Guest, Ethan Eibe University of Florida journalism student and talented sports voice joins the show to illustrate his first hand testimony of a tragic loss of a professional baseball player for the Alpine Cowboys of the Pecos League, Jared Strait. Eibe served as the Assistant General Manager and Broadcast voice of the Alpine Cowboys and had the honor to share Jared's legacy University of Florida journalism student and talented sports voice gives joins the show to share his first hand testimony of a tragic loss of a professional baseball player Jared Strait, while Eibe served as the Assistant General Manager and Broadcast voice of the Alpine Cowboys Link to Ethan Eibe's video tribute to Jared Strait: https://youtu.be/0XttY9EX2io?si=_NCA7oIslKbNG7w7 As always: Every Child Matters of America website: http://www.everychildmatters.com Cyrus' Crusade in his fight to defeat Leukemia GoFundMe link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/cyrus-crusade?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Follow his fight on Facebook and purchase T-Shirts: Cyrus' Crusade https://m.facebook.com/cyruscrusades/?tsid=0.9492068941532887&source=result --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

In this episode, host Jesse Simmons catches up with James Bates, on the topic of finding your identity to always move forward with your best steps and mindset. James was a team captain on the 1996 National Champion Football team at the University of Florida under Steve Spurrier, He also serves as a broadcaster with ACC Network, adding to that he is a nationally renowned painter in the sports world. Above all, he is a quality human being and joins us today to give his powerful perspective and insight. Listen now! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

In this episode, host Jesse Simmons along with Talia Baia, WFT News anchor and Beat Reporter for ESPN Gainesville, address various different topics and stereotypes within the sports world and industry. Both Jesse and Talia touch on finding your passion, knowing where you can make an impact, and the progress that has been made in recent years, as well as ground that is yet to be covered for women in the sports industry and much more. Listen now! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

In this episode, host Jesse Simmons talks with special Guest Jason Romano, about walking into a new season of life and taking a leap of faith. Jason Romano, is Jason Romano is an author, speaker, and media professional with over 25 years of broadcasting and media experience. Jason is the host and producer of the Sports Spectrum podcast where he interviews athletes, coaches, and other personalities on the intersection of sports and faith. For 17 years, he was an Emmy Award winning Producer and Senior Manager at ESPN. He has created and produced content for shows such as SportsCenter, NFL LIVE Mike and Mike in the Morning, Sunday NFL Countdown, College GameDay, Outside the Lines, MLB's All Star Game and many more. As always: Every Child Matters of America website: http://www.everychildmatters.com Cyrus' Crusade in his fight to defeat Leukemia GoFundMe link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/cyrus-crusade?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Follow his fight on Facebook and purchase T-Shirts: Cyrus' Crusade https://m.facebook.com/cyruscrusades/?tsid=0.9492068941532887&source=result --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

   May is Mental Health Awareness month! Division 1, Division 2, and Junior College Round Table. In this episode, host Jesse Simmons joins 3 college baseball players at 3 different divisions as they shed light on the truth around mental health and psychology in the sports world today. By sharing personal experiences and testimonies, addressing the sad and scary statistics behind the stigmas of mental health, and negligence of society to take action before it's too late, listen to this podcast and hear the voices of the ones who are impacted by it first hand, as we raise awareness and push to make a change going forward for athletes now and in the future going forward.     Elevate and Motivate would like to honor and recognize the lives and legacy of athletes who have fallen victim as a result of suffering from severe mental illness due to the pressures of collegiate sports and the world around them. Our hearts and prayers are with their families, friends, teammates, and coaches. This stops now, and change will be made to prevent another athlete from taking his or her life, and feeling like they cannot speak out. Stand with us using #Athletes4Truth and making a difference in any way you can.   As always: Every Child Matters of America website: http://www.everychildmatters.com Cyrus' Crusade in his fight to defeat Leukemia GoFundMe link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/cyrus-crusade?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Follow his fight on Facebook and purchase T-Shirts: Cyrus' Crusade https://m.facebook.com/cyruscrusades/?tsid=0.9492068941532887&source=result   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

We are back, baby. After a short break in dealing with more obstacles, Jesse is back in today's episode with a special guest to talk about personal testimonies, mental health, strength at your lowest points, and many other inspiring topics. Listen now --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support

The Intro. In this episode, Jesse talks about why he started "Elevate and Motivate" and a question that's been looming over his head towards the end of 2020 and looking into the new year. Listen now to unfold this idea and question. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jesse-simmons15/support