You Should Listen with Layden

On this special edition episode of the, You Should Podcast we sit down with an entrepreneur that is changing the way people watch sports. Bo Han is the Founder/CEO of @Buzzer. Buzzer curates the best live moments in sports to each fan's preferences allowing fans to use micropayments or subscription authentication to never miss a moment. Don't miss history in the making! We discuss his life before taking over the sports media landscape, his career before starting his own empire, and the importance of developing and maintaining relationships. We also talk about his love for hip-hop, leveling the playing field for people of color in the sports biz plus the vision of Buzzer for 22 and beyond. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On this special edition episode of the You Should Podcast we sit down with NFL agent and super connector Ed Davis. Ed Davis is the CEO of Checkmate Sports &Entertainment, @Callmyagent. We discussed ways athletes can position themselves for the NFL, life as agent and the business sides of sports. We also discussed his north star and how he is going to help the next generation of athletes. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On our finale of season 2 we sit down with Ishwara Glassman Chrein. Ishwara is the Head of Sports Partnerships and Business Development at Yahoo Sports / Verizon Media, where she leads our gaming strategy as well as relationships and negotiations with the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NBC, as well as other sports leagues, broadcasters, statistical companies, and technology companies. She began her career at McKinsey & Company and Lehman Brothers, before spending nine years at WME IMG Sports, Entertainment, and Media, most recently as SVP and Global Head of Sales Operations and Strategic Planning. She graduated magna cum laude from Columbia with a degree in economics and political science and received her Master in International Affairs (International Finance) from the Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs. She is a recipient of the Sports Business Journal’s 40 under 40 award. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 054 we sit down with Dr. Cheryl Robinson. She has been a regular contributor for ForbesWomen. She focuses on women who have pivoted within their careers with an emphasis on their mindsets. Having interviewed over 300+ women and counting, she has had the fortunate opportunity to meet and engage with some of the most powerful, influential and inspiring women in the world including Suzanne Shank, Kathleen Kennedy, Bobbi Brown, Diane von Furstenberg, Susie Wolff, Claire Williams, Christie Pearce Rampone, Maria Sharapova, La La Anthony and Candace Cameron Bure. In addition, she has been featured in the ForbesWomen newsletter multiple times and has earned 20 Editors’ Pick recognitions. As an international speaker, Cheryl has spoken, moderated and conducted workshops and panels for over 20 years. Her speaking portfolio includes engagements at Columbia University, Penn State, Columbia University/Oxbridge, Girl Meets World, Lakewood BlueClaws, the Acronis Women in Tech & Motorsports in Abu Dhabi and the U.N.'s Girl Up Teen Advisory Board. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 053 we are joined by Chad Meyers, Post Graduate Head Coach of IMG Academy. Coach Myers joined IMG Academy as the Head Post Grad Coach in August of 2019. In Coach Myers first season at IMG, the PG team finished the season 29-3 and during the regular season reached the #1 spot in the National Poll. Coach Myers came to IMG Academy from Massanutten Military Academy where he was the Head PG Coach for five seasons. Coach Myers began his coaching career at Hargrave Military Academy as an assistant coach under current NC State Head Coach, Kevin Keatts. His position at Hargrave helped to propel him into his coaching career where he has held various titles, such as Director of Basketball Operations and Assistant Coach at Radford University, Camp Director at the Hoop Group, and the Head Coach of the PG team at Elevate Sports Institute. During his time at his time as a PG coach he has placed over 50 players in DI basketball. Before Coach Myers began his coaching career, he played on the post grad team at Hargrave Military Academy and went on to play at the collegiate level at Shepherd University. During his time at Shepherd, Coach Myers majored in Recreation Sports Event Management and also broke two different school records during his time there. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 051 Rob ‘Microwave’ Fields stops by the show to talk hoops. Rob is my former teammate at Catawba College and has went on to play professionally for the last 10 years. He is currently in Denmark coaching and still playing professionally while raising his family. We talk about our time at Columbia, the overseas grind and the what it truly means to be a pro. Rob shares a lot of insight on how he has developed his game throughout the years. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 051 Montell Watson stops by the show to talk about how is leading a movement of change with Movement Mortgage. He is currently the Director of Movement Direct at Movement Mortgage and also heads up the minority initiatives by raising awareness for the importance of home ownership in the Black community. We talk about his days as a D1 basketball player, lessons learned early on his career and how he balances being a Husband and Father to 4.As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 050 we caught up with Xavier Tramaine. Xavier is more than a jack of all trades – he’s a creator, connector and catalyst. He’s the founder of Hustle and Give, Humble Hustle, Imagine Me Mentoring and The Collective. He is a Roanoke, VA native and former D1 Football player that has impacted the lives of many kids in the SouthWest Virginia region and beyond. We discuss his journey to working in a space that he is passionate about as well as his latest project ‘The Collective’. Xavier stresses the importance of showing kids different experiences as well as why he is so intentional in his journey to greatness. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 049 we caught up with Tracy Belmear and talk about his legendary career in the sports industry. Tracy J. Belmear is a seasoned entertainment marketing executive who has held responsible positions in marketing with Sports Facilities Management Group, Championship Auto Racing Team, Six Flags Theme Parks, the New Jersey Nets and the Detroit Pistons. Tracy is also a Woodrow Wilson Scholar. He has received his J.D., M.P.A and B.A from West Virginia and is passionate about advancing Black pathways in the sports industry and he offers sound advice for sports biz hopefuls. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 048 I virtually sat down with Brendan Kaminsky. Brendan is a Philly native, UNC alum and truly a jack of all trades. He’s a serial entrepreneur that thrives at the intersection of sports, business and media. He was recently the Senior Manager on the Social Media team at ESPN where he lead talent social strategy, working with internal influencers to maximize their social distribution. After soaking up nearly a decade of industry experience he has followed his passion to create his own full-service marketing agency that will work directly with professional athletes, brands and teams. We talk about his love for sports, believing in yourself and why you have to take risks to be successful. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 047 virtually sat down with Zenab Keita (pronounced Zee-na Kay-ta). Zenab is a  former collegiate women's basketball player that knows firsthand the immense impact that sports can have on a person and a community. She was recently  honored as part of Sport’s Business Journal’s New Voices Under 30. Currently, Keita is a manager of Partnership Development with the Golden state Warriors. She previously worked for the Miami Dolphins. We talk about her days as an athlete (Yale) and her decision to go to Business school (Wake Forest)to work in the sports biz. Zenab is passionate about helping the next batch of sports industry hopefuls and shares a lot of insight on how to being your authentic self to work. She is chasing greatness, but at this point one may say greatness is chasing her. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 046 we caught up with the founders of MOGL, Ayden Syal and Brandon Wimbush to talk about the future of name, image and likeness for college athletes. MOGL allows student-athletes to easily connect with businesses, foundations, and individuals about compensation opportunities. Brandon was the starting quarterback position for Notre Dame before finishing his impressive career at Central Florida. He was also the NJ Gatorade Player of the Year and state champion while in high school. Ayden has spent his career working in a variety of roles across financial services at Morgan Stanley, Lexington Partners, and IHS Markit and currently serves on the Notre Dame Young Alumni Board. We talk about the vision behind creating a platform that is built to empower athletes and much more. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 045 the homie Devin Cole aka Just Cole stops by the show to talk about his newest venture  Koto Bikes, the premier provider of exotic scooters across the nation. We talk about his days as a D1 basketball player, hip hop artist, promotor and now business owner. Devin’s drive to succeed is unmatched. He talks about the vision for carving out the lifestyle he desires plus what’s up next for his company Koto Bikes. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 044 we sat down with Kaveh Akbari, the founder of Greyshot marketing agency. Greyshot is a full service sports + creative agency helping take their clients to new levels on-and-off the field. Kaveh talks about his journey to working in the sports biz, time at Roc Nation and vision behind starting his own agency. Kaveh also stresses the importance of making the right connections and making the most of each and every opportunity. He is also a movie enthusiast that is passionate about helping athletes build their brands off the field. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

This week we catch up with Karen Loftus to talk about her career as a sports anchor and covering some of your favorite teams. We talk about the decision to decide to work in sports media, covering sports in a pandemic and what she has learned at each one of her stops. Karen also provides insight for those looking to break into the industry. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 042 we caught up with Erika Fernandez to talk about her career as a sports journalist and life as a curl enthusiast. We talk about her love for sports, creating opportunities for Brown and Black women plus the importance of pursuing your dreams. Erika gives us the scoop on what it’s like interviewing some of the biggest names in the sports industry. We also talk about why hair care is essential. She discusses her journey to wearing her hair natural and even gives a few free tips on how to take care of your hair. Erika doesn’t hold any punches and she is passionate about changing the faces in front of the camera. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 042 we chat with Shaina Zaidi, an ex-professional basketball player turned entrepreneur. Shaina starred at UCLA before taking her talents overseas to play in Germany. After her career she crossed over to the business side of sports and co-founded Tume Water. TuMe is for athletes everywhere, the goal is to bring the benefits of turmeric to everyone. We talk about her days as an athlete, starting her own beverage company and the current partnerships we have in place. Shaina has a positive energy and outlook on life that is contagious, she shares a lot of gems on how to navigate to the business side of sports. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 040 we sit down with the first client of Forward Direction M.J. Miles. She is the author of ‘What Do Reindeer Do On Christmas’. M.J. discusses the idea behind her first book, the importance of reading and why this book is the perfect holiday gift. We also discuss what’s going to be her next piece of literary artwork. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 039 we kick it with Lyle Adams. Lyle is the CEO and Founder of Spry. Spry is a comprehensive platform designed to help athletic departments adapt to the new NIL landscape to ensure the success of their program and athletes. We discuss his time as a D1 soccer player at Wake Forest, playing professionally, his days as one of Uber’s first employees and his decision to go to Columbia University to get his Masters in sports management. Lyle is very passionate and knowledgeable about the name, image and likeness space. This interview is like a N.I.L 101 course. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 038 we caught up with Ese Ighedosa. Ese is an experienced sports and media executive that is currently the President of House of Athlete. House of Athlete is a lifestyle wellness brand headquartered in Florida. Prior to taking on her current role Ese was the associate counsel of the Carolina Panthers. She is a former Division 1 athlete and 2x HBCU alum (Hampton University and Florida A&M) that is passionate about creating pathways for Black people in the sports industry. On today’s episode we talk about the importance of equality, carving out the lifestyle you want and what’s next with House of Athlete. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 037 we chat with Andrew Pitagorsky aka Pit. He is the VP of Brand Marketing at @Slam Magazine. We discuss his love for hoops, passion for building partnerships and why he encourages everyone to do what they love. Pit also talks about how @Slam has been able to stay relevant throughout the years and why it’s still every Hooper’s dream to grace the cover. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 036 we chat with Adena Jones Andrews. She is a social media storyteller who specializes in implementation and execution of cutting-edge social strategy for major brands. Adena's goal is to utilize her industry-leading knowledge to provide people with the best digital representation of their brand.Some of her clients include ESPN, Bleacher Report, NBA, Soul Cycle, CBS, Slam Magazine and many more. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 035 we chat with Sherman Lea Jr. Sherman Lea, Jr. grew up in the Roanoke, Virginia. He began his career with the Virginia Department of Corrections as a prison counselor and later transitioned to an Adult Probation and Parole Officer serving the Roanoke Valley community. Sherman saw a correlation between criminal activity and individuals’ abilities to manage their mental illness symptoms. As a result he focused his efforts on prevention and stabilization and went on to become the owner and Executive Director of New Hope Support Services, LLC (NHSS). Giving back to the community is a priority for Lea, Jr. he speaks on social issues and is active board member on numerous not-for-profit organizations. We talk about using sports as a vehicle, finding your passion and the importance of investing in real estate. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 034 Alexander Nate joins the show. He’s an artist in every sense of the word. He’s a songwriter, singer, designer and draws inspiration from just about anywhere. We talk about his latest project ‘Blue Jay’ and how he has turned heartbreak into hit records. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 033 we caught up with Chantel Calloway and talk about the game that should be at everyone’s game night – Rhyme Antics. Rhyme Antics is a rhyming vocabulary game inspired by hip-hop for people 12 years old and up. Players must think to the beat while freestyling in proper English. The game includes over 12,000 vocabulary words, including SAT words! We also talk about her life before Rhyme Antics as well. Chantel worked as an event planner in Atlanta & New York before finding her passion. She also fell on tough times and shares how she bounced back from a costly mistake that landed her in jail and what she learned. Chantel is an inspiration for so many reasons and is a star on the rise. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 032 we chop it up with Boston Chad. An experienced sports betting pro. Chad talks about making a living off of sports betting. He doesn’t hold any punches and even tells us about some of his biggest losses. Chad has been in the industry for over a decade and shares how the dynamics of sports betting have changed. If you haven’t already I encourage you to follow @BostonChadwick on Twitter – who knows he could help you score your next big pay day. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

Episode 31 we sit down with former banking executive Mark Weintraub talk about his journey to working in financial services, using his platform to combat social injustices and how allies can always do more. Mark is an innovative and transformational leader with a diverse mix of experience across all three lines of defense in, and as an independent auditor and advisor to, banks and financial services firms. A recognized champion of diversity and inclusion (D&I), Mark was a member of Wells Fargo’s Corporate Risk D&I Council, Chair of the Internal Audit D&I Council, and a member of the firm’s Enterprise D&I Council. Through Mark’s leadership, allyship and advocacy, the firm received recognition from the Charlotte chapters of both the National Black MBA Association and National Association of Black Accountants.As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 02 episode 030 we chat with James Chapman the CEO and Founder of Plain Sight app. The Detroit-based, serial entrepreneur has a passion for helping other budding entrepreneurs. This has been evident throughout his business career over the years. He moved to Detroit for the opportunity to work with Rock Ventures (the holding company for businessman Dan Gilbert’s portfolio of companies, investments, and real estate), where he helped local entrepreneurs start, grow, and scale their businesses. He realized how important it was to provide startups throughout the city access to founder-friendly capital, which led him to launch the first ever Detroit Demo Day. In just three years, Detroit Demo Day has provided nearly $4 million in funding to small businesses throughout the city; the majority of which have been minority and woman-owned. Prior to moving to Detroit, he ran a workspace in his hometown Chattanooga from 6pm – midnight for side-hustlers that work full-time during the day. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On the season 2 episode 29 Bri Lewerke stops by the show to discuss her life as a content creator in the sports industry. Playing sports all of her life Bri always knew she wanted to break into the industry but was’t sure how. As she began to teach herself how to take capture athletes on/off the court she began to carve out her own niche as a photographer and content creative. In addition to capturing some of your favorite athletes Bri is also passionate about using her platform to combat social injustice against the Black community as well as being an advocate for an even playing field in the sports industry. Bri is a true hustler that knows how to create content that is sure to catch your eye, she shares a lot of wisdom for those that want to tap into their creative skillset. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On the season two (episode 28) we chat with Michael Birts. Mike is a NBA Agent for Green Sports Management and a graduate of Florida A&M Law School. Green Sports Management is an agency that that specializes in athlete management and partnership marketing. They provide innovative and strategic partnership opportunities in professional sports and are dedicated to creating unique and unmatched experiences for our professional athletes and marketing partners. On today’s show we talk about hoops, hip-hop and how he was able to land his first clients. Mike has an eye for talent and is passionate about helping athletes from the 305 play at the highest level and create a legacy off the court. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On today's episode of the You Should Listen Podcast, we are joined by Molly McManimie aka Molly Mack. Molly is an NFL agent and the VP of Client Services at Caric Sports in Las Vegas, Nevada. She talks about her journey to becoming one of the biggest names in the agency space as well as what it takes to thrive in the sports industry. Molly’s energy is contagious. She is authentic, driven and passionate about helping her clients on and off the field. Molly radiates confidence and has a knack for relating to just about anyone. We also discuss her hustler mentality and if she has any plans on venturing into the NBA space. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

Season 2 – Episode 26 with Peter Robert Casey aka PRC. PRC is the CEO of JDS Sports. JDS SPORTS is a next-generation sports media and technology holding company. PRC is NYC to the core, he knows hip-hop and hoops. We talk about he went from a blogger that worked at Five Star Basketball Camp to running a company. We also talk about how hip-hop culture has influenced the game and the concept behind NBA League Fits and helping with the launch of the Stephon Marbury Documentary, A Kid from Coney Island. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On the season finale (episode 25) we chat with Amobi Okugo. Amobi Okugo is a professional soccer player, entrepreneur, and the founder of the financial-literacy platform A Frugal Athlete. He's been a Professional soccer player since 2010, when he was drafted after his freshman year at UCLA as part of the 2010 Generation Adidas Class. He currently plays for Austin Bold Fc. He created the Frugal Athlete to help shine a light on the financial decisions that athletes are faced with and increase financial literacy, with not only resources but also stories from athletes themselves. After launching A Frugal Athlete, Amobi launched his new foundation, Ok U Go. The foundation’s mission is to help children from low-income backgrounds to unearth their talents and passions to build a better life for not only themselves, but also for their families and communities. Through financial educational , athletic and social programs, the foundation plans to provide the necessary tools, avenues, and exposure for children to use their talents and passions to make their mark in society. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 024 we chat with Chance Smith – Co Founder of GoghNow. Chance is a former Division 1 basketball player turned entrepreneur. Originally from Roanoke, VA Chance has always had a knack for finding new artist or setting the vibes at parties. Turning his passion for music and bringing people together into a business he partnered with his best friend to launch GoghNow. GoghNow is the easiest way to bring live music to your place. Today’s show we talk about his journey from the basketball court to owning his own start-up. He also gives away free game for anyone else that wants to start their own business and explains why R&B is the only option. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 023 we chat with Selena Renee a fashion model who truly is about her business. We discuss how she has built her personal brand, the importance of fitness and why it’s important to pursue your passions. Selena also sheds light on how she has built partnerships with some of the biggest brands – you won’t want to miss this conversation. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 022 we chat with Noah Miller a marketing executive in the music industry. Noah is off to a meteoric rise and has built an online empire amassing over 100 thousand followers on twitter before the age of 20. He knew early on that he wanted to be in the music industry and intentionally made the right connections to make a name for himself. We talk about what it’s like working with some of the biggest artist in the hip- hop industry and much more. If you think you have an ear for new talent or want to know how new artist or discovered you won’t want to miss this episode. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 021 we chat with Eric P who has an ear that instantly finds talent. We talk about growing up on the West Coat – what inspired his taste in music and how new artist can get discovered. Eric is an A& R for Elektra Records and is in a never ending search for the next new sound. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 020 we chat with Jeanna Thomas Kelley, the Associate Director of NFL Team Brands at SB Nation. She supports and manages SB Nation’s NFL Team Brands. Jeanna discusses her career before sports and how blogging/tweeting led to her dream role. We also discuss her no holds bar style of writing about her favorite team – the Atlanta Falcons. Jeanna is very transparent and is somewhat of a sports almanac – our conversation is packed full of insight on how to get into the sports industry from a media perspective. We also discuss her life as fur Mom and what’s next for SB Nation. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 019 we chat with Bryce Carpenter, the NBA agent everyone should know about. At just 23 years old Bryce is the youngest in the game and making waves already as the CEO of ProActive Sports agency. As a Louisiana native Bryce knew early on that he wanted to be an agent so it’s no surprise that he finished undergrad in 3 years and will graduate law school before the age of 24. He’s driven, hungry and strategic in his approach. When some people would point to his age as a weakness he uses it as a strength to relate to his players on a more personal level. We talk about the grind to being an agent and what’s next for him and his clients. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 018 we chat with Nailah Waterfield. She is a Senior Marketing Manager for Excel Sports Marketing Agency in New York representing NBA and MLB players. Nailah is a former Duke Volleyball standout that has used sports to literally excel her career. Born and raised in Long Beach California she started her career with the Los Angeles Lakers before making stops in Chicago then landing in New York to work for one of the most recognizable management agencies around. We talk about her days as a student athlete on the volleyball court, what it’s like working with professional athletes and the importance of being comfortable in your own skin. Nailah knows how to read the room and is passionate about making sure her clients are viewed as more than an athlete. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast :https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 017 we chat with Chris Williams aka Yung Citizen. He is a Charlotte, NC based artist and creative, Chris Williams is known for his unique sound under the name YUNG Citizen. His initial interest in music sparked from the 1991 film, The Five Heartbeats. YC has always taken the industry to heart with major influencers being Pharrell Williams, The Neptunes and The Roots to name a few.The young artist carried himself to college to further expand his knowledge of music production. This landed him an internship in New York at JAMBOX Entertainment & Recording Studios where he was Pro Tools certified. We also talk about his days as football player at Catawba College and what it why Charlotte is up next in the rap game. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 016 we chat with Keith Stoeckeler, the king of digital content. Keith is a VP at MKTG. MKTG is a global lifestyle marketing agency – comprised of pioneers and practitioners of entertainment and sports sponsorship, live events, retail marketing, and enterprise/B2B engagement. Keith has over 15 years of ad agency experience across Dentsu, IPG, Omnicom, and Publicis. As the VP Group Director of Content at MKTG he leads a cross-functional team of 15, building content in social for brands with a focus on lifestyle, sports and entertainment. On today’s show we talk about his journey to working for one of the biggest ad agencies around. Keith has VA ties so we immediately connected. He shares his insight on what it’s like curating content for brands and how marketing has changed throughout the years. He emphasizes to live in your truth and pursue your passion – and to never be scared to send out that email for your dream job- who knows you just may get it. The career advice that Keith offers is invaluable. He also explains how much of a resource Twitter is - in today’s age you are basically one tweet away from the perfect opportunity. We also talk about his obsession with hamburgers, airport chronicles and how he almost became the next Jerry Maguire. It should be noted this episode was recorded before the untimely death of George Floyd but Keith and MKTG have continued to use their platform to take an active stance against social injustice against the black community. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 015 we chat with Jeff Wallace a visionary and a video producer with House of Highlights. Jeff and I go way back to our days playing basketball against each other and partying together at Radford University but Jeff was always different from everyone else. He's always known the pulse of the culture and has always been willing to bet on himself. Jeff’s story to working behind the scenes is interesting because it’s not linear. Earlier in his life he knew he wanted to work around sports but wasn’t sure in what capacity. After landing a few internships in the athletic development space he knew that that wasn’t his calling and that he had to figure out- so he picked up a camera and never put it down. Jeff has no problem leaving his comfort zone – he left a full time job to tour with Masego which opened up roles and allowed him to really tap into his creative side. He’s a star on the rise that is just getting started. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 014 we were lucky enough to have Adam White stop by our virtual studio and talk about how he built a platform that intersects sports and business. A young media executive, Adam is currently building Front Office Sports, a business news platform covering the sports industry. Since 2014, Front Office Sports has seen steady growth, becoming a trusted voice in the space. The site was recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 50 Must-Follow Sports Business Twitter Accounts in 2015, 2016, and 2017 and Adam himself was recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 in the sports category for 2018. We talk about the sacrifices made to get Front Office Sports off the ground plus what the return of sports looks like from a fans perspective. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

This week’s special edition show features Pastor C as we discuss how to power through these bizarre times. Pastor C is the lead pastor at Ready Church CLT in Charlotte, NC. We discuss the continued mistreatment of the black community in the form of social injustice and much more. Pastor C discusses how he is coping with the recent deaths of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and Geroge Floyd and how this pandemic has made his relationship with God stronger. Our conversation is based on how to find positivity with all that is going on and what the new “norm” will look like. His energy and positivity is right on time. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 013 we sat down with Hannah Gordon to discuss her career in sports and current role with the San Francisco 49ers. Not only is she the Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel for an organization that has won 5 Super Bowls - she has been listed as one of the NFL’s most powerful women. We kickoff our conversation discussing her interest in working on the legal side of sports and also her roles prior to joining the NFL. She provides details on her responsibility as a Front Office executive as well as advice for anyone that wants to break into the industry. When she’s not pushing forward business initiatives or enhancing the Bay area community through foundations that empower and educate the youth she is probably relaxing with a good book or trying to update her playlist with some classic hip -hop. Hannah also shares her tips on how she functions with frequent travel as well her favorite dining options when she is on the road. She is also a huge advocate for diversity and inclusion and strongly believes that everyone deserves the same opportunities. She’s driven, humble and very cognizant that she is in a male dominated industry and wants to change that narrative so that more women can be in leadership roles - you won’t want to miss this conversation. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 012 we sat down with Chris Miles. Chris is the anchor for NBA TV. He hails from Harlem , NY and sports have pretty much been his life for as long as he can remember. Growing up in the mecca of basketball Chris was actually part of the #2 ranked team in the nation but learned early on his talents were better served off the court. He has the gift of gab and has made a living covering sports – but Chris didn’t just happen to land a gig with the NBA. Chris paid his dues having stints in West Virginia, New Orleans and also Virginia. At each stop he made a lasting impression and soaked up as much experience as he could. We talk about what it’s like working alongside some of the biggest names to play in the NBA as well as who would win a matchup between the 96 Bulls and 2017 Warriors – Chris’s energy is amazing and downright contagious. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 011 we caught up with Callie Rivers-Curry and talk about pretty much everything under the sun. We kickoff our conversation discussing her days as a member of the Florida Gators Volleyball team and why professional volleyball wasn’t for her. We also talk about her upbringing and what is was like growing up in a family known for greatness on the basketball court – and how she has been able to carve out her own niche. Callie discusses her passion for helping others which led to her role as an executive with Creative Artist Agency and how she balances being a wife of an NBA icon and a new Mom. We also discuss her thoughts on Reality TV, life during this Quarantine, who she cheers for when the Clippers are playing against the Mavericks. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 010 we caught up with Dior Ginyard and talk about what it means to keep the players first. He is the Senior Player Manager for the National Football Players Association (NFLPA). A product of the notorious Prince George Co. in Maryland. Dior has always had passion for the game of football but more importantly helping professional athletes off the field. Dior discusses the life-changing event that made him hang-up his football cleats and find his true passion. He stresses the importance of personal branding and creating opportunities for professional athletes off the field. We also discuss his latest project #AthleteAnd - and just how valuable it is for players to utilize their platform while they’re still in the league. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 009 we sit down with King Iven to talk music, tech and business. He is one of the biggest DJ’s in the nation’s capital – but he does more than just play music, he curates dope vibes. King Iven discusses what makes records pop in the club, and the vision behind crating InDaBooth. When he’s not DJing your favorite hotspots he is somewhere securing a bag or keeping an ear out for the next up and coming artist. Also King Iven discusses the future of nightclubs and what nightlife will look like when we are allowed back outside. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message

On season 01 episode 008 we sit down with Jean Hueman and discuss the human experience. He is a man of many talents – but he does not define himself as a creative better yet as an explorer. He’s an advocate for mental wellness, a teacher, a fashion designer, a photographer, a clinical therapist and much more. Jean is on a mission to change the narrative for people of color receiving help in the form of mental therapy. When he isn’t offering FREE mental wellness check-ins – he’s probably creating some dope gear as a part of his gallery. Jean also discusses what it’s like to work with Joe Budden, Lil Baby, Omarion and what inspired him to pick up a camera. As always, thank you for tuning into the ‘You Should Listen’ podcast – please don’t forget to rate, comment and subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Anchor – the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laywill --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laywill/message