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The lessons we've experienced from sports are the reason we love the game that we love. After the wins eventually fade, how you responded after your losses will stay with you forever.

Brandon Hammons


    • May 8, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 17 EPISODES


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    Onwards (Ep. 016) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 81:15


    The most valuable episode yet. Meditation, the power of the universe, brand growth, insecurities and even psychedelics. The creator of Onwards sits down with me to discuss how what drives our personal brands. Eric is also launching his design school that assists young designers and brands with online content creation.

    Eli Etienne @fitnessetienne on Instagram (Ep. 15) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 28:55


    Eli joins me to discuss how risky it was attending a school outside of his home district. He also credits his mother and other family members for sticking through tough living situations during his adolescence. The reason he started his fitness page (@fitnessetienne) was to assist those who are not only trying to become stronger physically - but mentally as well. Enjoy Ep. 15! (music by @_94est._)

    Brandon Hammons (Ep. 014 Part II) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 18:46


    From current and former athletes to entrepreneurs and those in between. All of our journeys⁣ make us appreciate how great life really is. ⁣⁣ Next Up is for those who grew from unfortunate circumstances and are living exactly the way that they should be - with the urge to make a difference. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Here are some of my experiences.

    Brandon Hammons (Ep. 014 Part I) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 27:35


    From current and former athletes to entrepreneurs and those in between. All of our journeys⁣ make us appreciate how great life really is. ⁣⁣ Next Up is for those who grew from unfortunate circumstances and are living exactly the way that they should be - with the urge to make a difference. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Here are some of my experiences.

    Rob Algeo (Ep. 013) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 17:51


    Healthy habits and discipline get you results, but at a cost! PWR athlete, Rob Algeo, joins me to discuss his preparation for his FIRST physique competition and much more! ⁣ Diet is the MOST important factor when obtaining your fitness goal - not the training part.⁣ ⁣ 1:05 - Becoming a sponsored athlete

    Dil Alston (Ep. 012) fueled by PWR Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 24:52


    Dil Alston joins me to share handling a situation of severe racism, overcoming childhood struggles and preparing for his injury rehab!⁣ ⁣ 2:50 - Dominating his walk-on try out ✅⁣ 5:20 - Childhood tribulations

    SPECIAL Free Parking's Next Up: Will Smallwood PWR Supplements (Episode 011)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 25:00


    The Co-Founder of our NEW presenting sponsor, PWR Supplements, joins me. Will Smallwood explains the importance of physical activity and how it's changed his life. PWR was founded in New Jersey by those who share a strong passion for fitness but hate the games that big supplement companies play. This is why they created the best nootropic pre workout of 2019-2020, PWR RUSH.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Ryan Dever (Episode 010)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 26:06


    Co-founder of Free Parking, Ryan Dever, shares how his love for sports developed into a career for the LPGA. He shares some tips for growing professionally and shares his version of how Free Parking came to be. Intro: The Power of the Universe 2:30 : Early sports life / Varsity Bowling team?? 6:30: Day Job - LPGA Tournament Manager/Operation 9:45 Traveling Opportunities 14:00 Night Job - Free Parking Co-Founder 19:30 Ryans advice to young professionals/those interested in sports business 21:25 Don’t be scared. Take the leap. End of the day, no one cares.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Jess Cathcart (Episode 009)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 24:44


    Current Project Manager, Jess Cathcart, joins me to discuss how her leadership qualities and early real estate experience created an ideal foundation for her career path. Becoming interested in the evolution of economics led her to arguably the most important segment of our economy. We also touch on the impact of losing an NBA legend and how his legacy will live on throughout countries around the world.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Francesca Jacobus (Episode 008)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 22:48


    Francesca credits our college Sports Marketing course for some of her day-to-day practices with the NY Redbulls. She also shares her story of how she met her fiancee, Larry, while being a college athlete. Being a 10x Tough Mudder participant, Francesca explains how competition is something she still craves while no longer being a college athlete.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Alex Melendez (Episode 007)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 18:48


    Alex Melendez speaks with me about how he has started a one-of-a-kind career path. He attends Law school currently but what he plans to do with his Law degree can only be described in one word... "New". Alex plans to represent players in the Egaming community, which is arguably the hottest activity in sports entertainment. He explains the untapped potential of this industry and how he has set the foundation for this community at Villanova University.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Nic Clark(Episode 006)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 21:13


    Nic Clark dives into the creation of his brand, Office Jockeys, which is relatable entertainment for just about everyone! "Just your stereotypical blog that strives to break down the barriers of the day to day grind that is corporate America. Get your daily fix while hiding from your boss in your beige cubicle crunching TPS reports. From the daily water cooler talk to failed diets, dating advice and surviving your first quarter life crisis, Office Jockeys has you covered." Visit their site for hilarious content and memorabilia! https://officejockeys.com/

    Free Parking's Next Up: Gabbi Townsend (Episode 005)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 37:51


    Get PR CEO and Founder, Gabbi Townsend, discusses her sales and game day operational experience with the Philadelphia 76ers organization and the Philadelphia Soul. She shares how she applies her previous knowledge from these organizations to her own company. Gabbi also has a message for aspiring entrepreneurs to take action and stop thinking so much!

    Free Parking's Next Up: Dan Collins (Episode 004)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 66:09


    He went from being a Brave, to a Black Bear, to a Frankfurt Germany team called the Universe. He eventually finished his Quarterback career in Canada with the Ottawa Redblacks. Dan Collins shares his story of going to college strictly to play football and explains the impact football has had on his life. Through his adventures, he reiterates the importance of family and doing whatever it takes to do what you're passionate for.

    Free Parking's Next Up: FPP Bush (Episode 003)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 20:09


    Current Free Parking podcast co-host, Bush, joins me! We discuss how being the Delaware Blue Hen mascot opened doors for him for both the Philadelphia Eagles and Flyers. Bush credits his competitive spirit to both his passion for sports and his relationship with his older brother and how competition has led to success with his current position.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Quinton Law (Episode 002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 27:10


    I sit down with Bryant University graduate Quinton Law and discuss how he carried his competitive nature from the football field into his political career. Being a student-athlete comes with heavy responsibility and Quinton shares how faith and perseverance were the leading factors to dealing with injuries and ultimately led him to where he is today.

    Free Parking's Next Up: Episode One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 8:01


    A message to you! And I speak on the reason this show was started in the first place.

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