Podcast appearances and mentions of Brendon Ayanbadejo

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former Bears special teamer Brendon Ayanbadejo to discuss former teammates Devin Hester and Julius Peppers being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former Bears special teamer Brendon Ayanbadejo to discuss former teammates Devin Hester and Julius Peppers being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. Later, Mully and Haugh discussed former NFL receiver Amani Toomer going off on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

The Ravens dominated the Houston Texans and punched their ticket to the AFC Championship game. They'll host for the first time in their history when the Chiefs come into town. Will Baltimore continue their streak of dominance against good teams and reach the Super Bowl for a third time. We have 3 time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion Brendon Ayanbadejo on the show to talk about Baltimore's success in the post-season and what he believes will go down at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ravenstalk/message

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo joins Peanut and Roman. Brendon and Peanut reminisce about their time as teammates with the Chicago Bears, which included playing in Super Bowl XLI. Brendon also shares what it as like to be on the field for two of the most iconic kick returns in Super Bowl history. Brendon has found success after his NFL career, also, and shares his “P-Pod Theory” and how he got involved in the business world with “Orange Theory Fitness.” And he talks about his gay rights advocacy, and why he spoke out about it during playing days in a time when it wasn't trendy. 0:00 - start of the show 1:26 - Brendon introduction2:38 - The guys talk about their experience playing in the Super Bowl5:00 - Brendon discusses his Nigerian name8:46 - Brendon discusses his support for gay rights14:50 - The guys discuss the Colin Kaepernick situation16:37 - Brendon talks about being on the field for Devin Hester and Jacoby Jones' Super Bowl kick return touchdowns23:00 - Brendon shares his peapod theory27:09 - Brendon explains how he started working with Orange Theory39:32 - The guys discuss if Cross fitters are athletes40:58 - Brendon explains how he has overcome adversity in his life44:25 - The guys talk about Kobe Bryant and “Mamba Mentality”47:05 - Brendon gives his personal Mount Rushmore **NOTE: Time codes are approximate The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo joins Peanut and Roman. Brendon and Peanut reminisce about their time as teammates with the Chicago Bears, which included playing in Super Bowl XLI. Brendon also shares what it as like to be on the field for two of the most iconic kick returns in Super Bowl history. Brendon has found success after his NFL career, also, and shares his “P-Pod Theory” and how he got involved in the business world with “Orange Theory Fitness.” And he talks about his gay rights advocacy, and why he spoke out about it during playing days in a time when it wasn't trendy. 0:00 - start of the show 1:26 - Brendon introduction2:38 - The guys talk about their experience playing in the Super Bowl5:00 - Brendon discusses his Nigerian name8:46 - Brendon discusses his support for gay rights14:50 - The guys discuss the Colin Kaepernick situation16:37 - Brendon talks about being on the field for Devin Hester and Jacoby Jones' Super Bowl kick return touchdowns23:00 - Brendon shares his peapod theory27:09 - Brendon explains how he started working with Orange Theory39:32 - The guys discuss if Cross fitters are athletes40:58 - Brendon explains how he has overcome adversity in his life44:25 - The guys talk about Kobe Bryant and “Mamba Mentality”47:05 - Brendon gives his personal Mount Rushmore **NOTE: Time codes are approximate The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo joins Peanut and Roman. Brendon and Peanut reminisce about their time as teammates with the Chicago Bears, which included playing in Super Bowl XLI. Brendon also shares what it as like to be on the field for two of the most iconic kick returns in Super Bowl history. Brendon has found success after his NFL career, also, and shares his “P-Pod Theory” and how he got involved in the business world with “Orange Theory Fitness.” And he talks about his gay rights advocacy, and why he spoke out about it during playing days in a time when it wasn't trendy. 0:00 - start of the show 1:26 - Brendon introduction2:38 - The guys talk about their experience playing in the Super Bowl5:00 - Brendon discusses his Nigerian name8:46 - Brendon discusses his support for gay rights14:50 - The guys discuss the Colin Kaepernick situation16:37 - Brendon talks about being on the field for Devin Hester and Jacoby Jones' Super Bowl kick return touchdowns23:00 - Brendon shares his peapod theory27:09 - Brendon explains how he started working with Orange Theory39:32 - The guys discuss if Cross fitters are athletes40:58 - Brendon explains how he has overcome adversity in his life44:25 - The guys talk about Kobe Bryant and “Mamba Mentality”47:05 - Brendon gives his personal Mount Rushmore **NOTE: Time codes are approximate The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo joins Peanut and Roman. Brendon and Peanut reminisce about their time as teammates with the Chicago Bears, which included playing in Super Bowl XLI. Brendon also shares what it as like to be on the field for two of the most iconic kick returns in Super Bowl history. Brendon has found success after his NFL career, also, and shares his “P-Pod Theory” and how he got involved in the business world with “Orange Theory Fitness.” And he talks about his gay rights advocacy, and why he spoke out about it during playing days in a time when it wasn't trendy. 0:00 - start of the show 1:26 - Brendon introduction2:38 - The guys talk about their experience playing in the Super Bowl5:00 - Brendon discusses his Nigerian name8:46 - Brendon discusses his support for gay rights14:50 - The guys discuss the Colin Kaepernick situation16:37 - Brendon talks about being on the field for Devin Hester and Jacoby Jones' Super Bowl kick return touchdowns23:00 - Brendon shares his peapod theory27:09 - Brendon explains how he started working with Orange Theory39:32 - The guys discuss if Cross fitters are athletes40:58 - Brendon explains how he has overcome adversity in his life44:25 - The guys talk about Kobe Bryant and “Mamba Mentality”47:05 - Brendon gives his personal Mount Rushmore **NOTE: Time codes are approximate The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the big game with our guest Brendon Ayanbadejo! Lofa was impressed by the quarterbacks, but not the defense. Brett gushes his love for Rihanna (we all do)! and Brendon has fitness tips. Hear the recap of the game from the perspective of Superbowl competitors! Until next season... Go Hawks!!

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Brendon Ayanbadejo relentlessly pursued his NFL dream through eight different teams in four different leagues over a four-year period before finally earning his seat at the table with the Miami Dolphins in 2003, joining a roster that also featured his brother, Obafemi. The chase was worth it as Ayanbadejo became one of the top special teams players in the league, was selected to three Pro Bowls, named All-Pro twice, and appeared in two Super Bowls, capturing a championship with the Baltimore Ravens in Super Bowl XLVII. His impact has been felt far beyond the gridiron, however, through his staunch advocacy for LGBTQ rights. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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While it's not uncommon to see two brothers make it to the NFL one after each other, this is a first for The Game Plan. We're thrilled to have Brendon Ayanbadejo, the younger brother of Season 2 Game Plan guest Femi Ayanbadejo. Which brother brought more energy and enthusiasm to the show, it's really hard to say so we'll let you make that call! Brendon knew the NFL stands for "not for long" and started preparing for life after the game much sooner than a lot of his peers. Despite this, he still had a pretty epic 10-year career in the NFL, going from undrafted FA to making the Pro Bowl 3x as a Special Teams maven and winning Super Bowl XLVII. As he transitioned from the NFL and got his MBA, Brendon helped bring Orangetheory Fitness to his home state of California as a franchisee and developer. He invested a few million as a founding partner of West Coast Fitness which now has over 55+ franchises at the time of a successful exit to a private equity backer a few years ago. As he jokes "Sports is just competitive fitness" and Brendon shares his Pea-Pod Theory that helped him find a problem, passion, and purpose to be dedicated to in his post-NFL career. Beyond that, Brendon's interests are as varied as the roles he played on the football field. He's passionate about health & fitness tech of course but he pairs that with his love of EV & Battery tech, FinTech across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other Crypto assets. A few companies he's directly invested in include Tonal, Pathwater, Impossible Foods, Hyperice, aXiomatic, and Rubric and we discuss how he enjoys investing both as a VC as well as a PE investor As Brendon likes to say "Through the grief and strife, we have the choice to adapt & innovate, or succumb to the powers that be. The underdog that I am, I choose to adapt & innovate." This was an uplifting and inspirational conversation with a former NFLer thriving in his second act. About The Game Plan The Game Plan is a weekly podcast hosted by venture capitalists Jay Kapoor and Tim Katt. The show highlights professional athletes' stories that will help our listeners raise their game both in business and in life Did you know you can watch, as well as listen to The Game Plan? Check out our YouTube Page for full-length episodes and fun video clips You can follow us on Twitter (@thegameplanshow) and Instagram (@gameplanshow) for show news and updates, to recommend guests, and for bonus content! Follow co-hosts Jay Kapoor (@JayKapoorNYC) and Tim Katt (@Tim_Katt) for all things sports, media, tech, and venture capital. Question? Comment? Story idea? Let us know at hello@thegameplan.show

Tonal takes us behind the scenes at dress rehearsals for live classes. We take a peek at the Tonal Safety guidelines.  New content including The Power Of Chains, Upper Body Intensity, Attack Your Core, and more. Tonal spotlights the LGBTQ+ & Allies Facebook group. There's another new FB group - Pets of Tonal. Coach Nicolette and Coach Frances celebrated Latin Heritage Month. Tonal's  Black Excellence Series continues with The Invisible History of the Afro-Latine Community You can sync your Amazon Halo with Tonal. The November Challenge has been revealed. An interesting article about Muscle Repair & Growth. Kate has a chance encounter with a Tonal Community member. The next Read Between The Reps book is 'No Sweat: How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness' All this plus our interview with Brendon Ayanbadejo! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here's How » Join The Superset community today: theclipout.com The Clip Out Facebook The Clip Out Twitter The Clip Out Instagram

Brendon Ayanbadejo is a Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl champion and three time NFL Pro-Bowler. Max and Brendon discuss religion, culture, the leadership it takes to overcome trials and tribulations, fatherhood, business after football and financial literacy in the community. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/max-philisaire/support

The Senate has passed a bill to establish Juneteenth National Independence Day a federal holiday.  Juneteenth recognizes and marks the emancipation of formerly enslaved African Americans, commemorating the date in 1865 when slaves in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.Sean Corvelle sits down with 5 incredible guests to discuss their relationship with the holiday. They dive into the impact of the murder of George Floyd, how they're healing from generational trauma and how they practice Black Joy. Brendon Ayanbadejo: Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo understands both the pain of discrimination and the personal joy in the fight for equal rights for all. He's a businessman working as an Orangetheory Fitness Developer, a father, and a child of a biracial couple. He has thrown himself into the battle for equal rights, fighting to legalize same-sex marriage, with a relentless determination towards victory. Connect with Brendon: Instagram, Facebook, WebTyrone DayeBorn and Raised in Newark, New Jersey, Tyrone Daye is a part of RYT 200 Yoga Blue Fitness as the first Black male yoga teacher from Newark. He is a Co Founder of Kings Motivation Project, an enrichment mentorship program for young men of color that teaches them the business values and what it takes to be a King in society today. His other roles include: Meditation & Reiki practitioner, HIIT trainer, Life Coach, and Attendance Counselor for Newark public schools. Connect with Ty:  Instagram, FacebookJohny DyerJohny Dyer desires constant growth, whether it be in relationships, business, sports, or fitness. He played one year of NCAA NAIA Football in Minnesota, then came back to Canada to finish his football career in Victoria, BC. When that ended, he pursued a new career in health and fitness. He has always had a desire to help and inspire others, especially those who don't have a voice or role model who identifies as he does (a Black, gay athlete). He owns a private personal training studio in North Burnaby called DyerFitness Inc, and will be dedicating the next five years to compete in CrossFit. Connect with Johny: Instagram, WebMonica JonesMonica Jones is a certified personal trainer turned feel-good fitness influencer based in the Washington DC metro area. Specializing in TRX Suspension, Nutrition, Strength and Conditioning, Performance Enhancement and Boxing Conditioning, Monica coaches at a variety of studios in DC and Arlington. If you aren't sweating it out with her in the studio, you are definitely catching her on Global Under Armour Women's campaigns! Connect with Monica:  Instagram, WebLatoya Shauntay SnellNoted by The Root 100 as one of the most influential African Americans ages 25 to 45, Latoya Shauntay Snell is a sponsored Multi-Sport Endurance Athlete, Body Politics Activist, Motivational Speaker, Content Creator, and Founder of Running Fat Chef - a food and fitness centered blog. Snell is changing the narrative of ideal body types, mental health and fitness stereotypes in the fitness and wellness space. She uses her voice to talk about intersectionality in sports to change the language for future generations in fitness and beyond.  Connect with Latoya: Instagram, Facebook, Website

Join SSDL with our Super FootBowl Specula! We have compiled all our best interviews with our guests that fit our Theme this week - The Super Bowl! Including Norm Bass, Bob Klein, Peter Boulware, Brendon Ayanbadejo, and Garry Gilliam!

The BetUS UNFILTERED podcasts brings together Hall of Famer Warren Sapp, former pro football linebacker Brian Jones and the brightest and strongest voices addressing the hottest topics and issues in sports from insiders’ perspectives.Warren Sapp and co-host Brian Jones start it off talking about Sapp's problems getting into the Saints at Buccaneers game because of answering Yes to every question. He also brings up RIF in his explanation on BetUS UNFILTERED Episode 007 with Brendon Ayanbadejo and Kenyon Rasheed joining.Warren and BJ welcome former All-Pro NFL linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo, who talks about his experiences supporting LGBTQ and advocating for the legalization of same-sex marriage.These three keep the UNCensored opinions moving like a bouncy house discussion about Dalvin Cook being the best, expanded playoffs, the headless horseman, Jared Goff tops and changing the channel when the Seahawks defense is up. Kenyon comes back as something close to a Cap-ologist discussing salary caps, NBA ballers in LA and 99 seconds from Warren Sapp...SUBSCRIBE! And shoot us a thumbs up if you enjoy it.BetUS UNFILTERED is the UN-Podcast where boring dies and hot takes fly! New episodes are taped and available every Wednesday night on this YouTube channel, BetUSUNFILTERED.com and NOW on Spotify, & every major podcast platform.The largest and longest running sportsbook on the internet, www.BetUS.com puts on this weekly must see podcast with anything that is everything you need to know. Quit being sick of that tired sports talk routine & get woke with the raw and well-done attitude of co-hosts Warren Sapp & Brian Jones with trending and informative VIP guests like Brendon Ayanbadejo. Unscripted, Unrivaled, UNREAL! BetUS UNFILTERED-Your weekly plug-in to edgy enlightenment!Brian Jones and Warren Sapp bring a weekly laugh-fest with insight and inside information you won't find anywhere else.Your skilled BetUS UNFILTERED Truth Tellers:@WarrenSapp - Warren Sapp@JonesN4mo - Brian Jones@Brendon310 - Brendon Ayanbadejo@Glove2044 - Kenyon Rasheed

Brendon Ayanbadejo,  3x Pro Bowler, Super Bowl Champion & ActivistSay we have an opportunity to change the country for the better and get it to where it should be with this upcoming election. A protest of the Iraq war in the early 90s opened Brendon's eyes & inspired him to use his voice.  LeBron James is probably the athlete that has carried the torch for all athletes when it comes to speaking out.  Sometimes you need to take a step back and listen. Talking to each other, having conversation and dialogue is so criticalHerb Washington, Former MLB Player, Entrepreneur, ActivistHerb explains how he became a designated runner for Charlie Finley's Oakland  A's.  After his playing days Herb became a McDonald's franchise owner. He saw three guys who looked up to him own several restaurants in the area and he decided to get in on it . Has always been the type of person to call you out something he sees as wrong. Demonstrations taking place today are much different than the 60's and 70's.There are a lot more whites getting involved and that gives Herb hope. Everyone get out and vote.Chris Bosh, Former NBA Forward, 2x NBA Champion, 11x All StarChris talks about the bubble and if would have played in it. Its tough to be away from home for that long. Has to give credit to the league for handling the pandemic and finishing the season.  The fight for justice and equality means everything. Chris was taught at a young age about how to deal with it. Compliments the Milwaukee Bucks for deciding not to play. The guys and also the sisters of the WNBA  deserve credit. The WNBA players were out in front before the NBA players.

Frugal Fundamentals is our live virtual workshop series that gives athletes the tools and resources necessary to succeed off the field. If you would like to participate and be informed on future sessions sign up here https://www.afrugalathlete.com/frugal-fundamentals In this workshop, we discuss Entrepreneurship. We spoke with Brendon Ayanbadejo, known investor, activist, entrepreneur, NFL Super Bowl winner, and Orange Theory developer. A Frugal Athlete partnered with Jonathan Van Horn and the SHIFT program to bring you this workshop. For more information on Jonathan Van Horn or SHIFT program click the links below: Jonathan's Website: http://jonathanvanhorn.com/ SHIFT Program: https://fave.co/2WwRdK6 For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/okugo/ Website: https://www.amobiokugo.com/ Follow Brendon Website: http://www.brendonayanbadejo.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendon310/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/afrugalathlete/support

Brendon Ayanbadejo grew up in the housing projects of Chicago. Yet, even today, he reflects on the formative lessons he learned in those tough, early years in orienting him to achieve all manners of success. Brendon is a Super Bowl Champion, a 3x Pro Bowler, and one of the largest OrangeTheory Fitness franchisees in the country. He doesn't shy away from putting his goals and ambitions out there publicly, instead feeling that his openness on such matters forces him to hold himself accountable and allows others to be inspired by the long odds Brendon has overcome time and again.   Brendon is a pioneer in the LGBTQ community, having used his platform to support equality, and specifically same-sex marriage, dating all the way back to his playing days, which at the time, was rare candor from an active NFL player.    Tune in to hear Brendon talk about his success in building an OrangeTheory fitness empire that dwarfs the wealth generation he saw from being an NFL player. Brendon is sure to inspire you to set big goals and work relentless to achieve them. 

In this episode we talk with Brendon Ayanbadejo, Super Bowl Champ, 3 time Pro Bowler and former Baltimore Raven. As an NFL player, Brendon wasted no time in establishing himself as a leader in the locker room, through his role as Team Captain and NFL Players Union representative yet his tenacity off the field possibly eclipses his goals on the gridiron.  On the SOCIAL STUDIES SHOW we discuss the NFL and NBA restarts in times of COVID. How he is working towards creating generational wealth for his family and his employees after life on the field. Sharing examples of how capitalism can have a conscience.  We discuss his childhood and how being part of an interracial family was a catalyst for working in civil rights.  How his path of growth led to fighting for equality from the steps of the Supreme Court to being a part of President Obama’s advisory team on LGBTQ issues.   

On this #WouldYouRatherWednesday (Glory Days Grill) Glenn Clark Radio, Glenn and Kyle Ottenheimer discussed baseball, basketball and more. At 10:30, Baltimore Sun high school sports reporter and friend of the show Kyle Andrews. At 10:50, broadcasting icon and Terps radio play-by-play voice Johnny Holliday talked about Wes Unseld, Len Bias and more. At 11:20, former Orioles pitcher and current ESPN SEC color analyst Ben McDonald talked about what he's seen from Vanderbilt top prospect Austin Martin and more. At 11:40, former Ravens linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo discussed the protests throughout America due to police brutality.

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the future of the gym industry in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Will it survive? This episode features the perspective of leaders in the gym industry, from the owner of a local personal training studio to the founder of 24 Hour Fitness. A conversation with Breann Mitchell, Director of The Bay Club Company. How are Bay Clubs handling the shut down right now both with staff and members? (2:30) The interesting strategy they have implemented and how it is working out. (3:45) What are they doing to bring value to members so they can keep paying dues? (4:28) Their plans for re-opening. (5:20) The outlook on the future of Bay Clubs. (7:14) A conversation with Scott Howell, CEO of Red Dot Fitness.  How is Red Dot handling things at this moment? (7:45) Ways they're bringing value and service to their clients to keep some revenue coming in. (9:53) How many members did they lose? (10:50) Their plans on re-opening when they get the green light. (12:08) Optimistic or pessimistic for the future? (13:25) A conversation with Jason Khalipa, CrossFit pioneer, and gym owner. How he is managing his business at the moment. (14:40) How he is working with his members. (15:58) Is he worried about the future of his business? (17:40) How will he move forward when things reopen? (18:38) Will he have to change his business model based on new restrictions? (19:20) Will the average CrossFit box die? (20:17) What does the future look like for the CrossFit box owner? (21:45) Switching to digital the way of the future? (23:13) A conversation with Brendon Ayanbadejo, Super Bowl Winner, and Orangetheory Fitness owner. How have his businesses been impacted? (24:23) Their plans for re-opening. (25:35) How will this affect their membership prices? (26:36) Is he fearful about the future? (27:06) How COVID-19 is affecting the new small business franchisee? (27:55) A conversation with Mark Mastrov, fitness empire builder of 24-Hour Fitness and current President/CEO at Fitness Holdings Inc. How have his businesses handled the shut-down? (29:00) Have they gone digital to try and bring in revenue? (30:03) How they plan on operating when allowed to re-open. (31:00) Creating a strong community and a healthy environment. (33:15) How will they profit with fewer people in their facilities? (34:37) Mark's candid take on the impact of COVID-19. (36:20) What is the future of the entire gym industry? (37:18) A Mind Pump candid recap of the conversations had. (39:35) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Prime/Prime Pro ½ off! **Code “PRIME50” at checkout** Special Promotion: MAPS Anywhere ½ off!! **Code “WHITE50” at checkout** Visit Everly Well for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Bay Club: Sports + Fitness Red Dot Fitness Jason Khalipa Brendon Ayanbadejo Orange Theory Fitness Fitness Holdings Inc Tonal: The World's Most Intelligent Home Gym The Nearly Invisible Interactive Home Gym | MIRROR Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest(s) Breann Mitchell (@bod_by_bree)  Instagram Red Dot Fitness (@red_dot_fitness)  Instagram Jason Khalipa (@jasonkhalipa)  Instagram Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310)  Instagram  

This episode of PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS is brought to you by EliteVitality Coaching:https://elitevitalitymastery.com/masteryapplication. The Mastery Program offers the most comprehensive long term solution to progressing your career and business as a Personal Trainer. 12 world class experts, workshops every 60 days and 1 on 1 coaching to equip you with the tools to have success as a Personal Trainer for the rest of your life.  In this episode Kyle has a conversation with Brendon Ayanbadejo. Brendon is an ex professional footballer who played in the NFL for 10 plus years. Not only did he play, but he overcame adversity and became a 3 time Pro Bowler and won the superbowl championship with the Baltimore Ravens. After finishing his career as a professional footballer, Brendon continued his success in the field of business, playing an integral role in the growth of Orange Theory Fitness which is one of the fastest growing franchises in US history with over 1200 locations. Kyle and Brendon discuss the principles of success that that have allowed Bendon to defy the odds and have success in every aspect of his life.  Be sure to never miss an episode of Pivotal Conversations by subscribing on ITunes or Spotify. If you like the episode please share, and dont forget to leave us a review and 5 star rating on ITunes

In this episode featuring Brendon Ayanbadejo, we talk about his childhood and how it shaped his beliefs as he got older. We also dive into what he learned playing alongside Ray Lewis and winning a Super Bowl. And lastly, how he become an entrepreneur, his work in the community and why he cares so much about the causes he advocates for.

In this episode Sal, Adam, and Justin catch up with Brendon Ayanbadejo, 2 time NFL Superbowl champion who has transitioned into a very successful business owner. How you do anything is how you do everything. Where did Brendan get his work ethic from? (4:15) The formula to life vs. formula to success. (7:32) What would he say is his greatest weakness? (8:43) The Dog vs. the Pug. Does he fear his kids will grow up without the drive? (9:45) When and how did he get introduced to Orangetheory?  (14:46) What was the learning curve on his first Orangetheory businesses? (19:11) The importance of being the FACE of the business early on. (21:00) What are some of the biggest differences between the locations that were producing more revenue? (21:59) How much money does one need to start a franchise? Typical overhead costs? (23:46) The benefits of being the Area Developer. (27:17) What is his current strategy with acquiring new franchises? (30:36) Is he still throttling down or does he still see ‘a big piece of pie on the table'? (31:37) Does he have any fears they are growing TOO fast? (33:02) How often does he see an owner fail? (35:50) The Great Group Training Trend Debate. (36:30) How much autonomy does an owner/trainer have to “modify” programming in the classes? (54:09) How is OTF getting into HRV and acknowledging new technology? (55:19) The importance of community and learning what is best for your body. (59:25) What does their retention rate look like? (1:02:36) Adam's two cents to add value to Orangetheory: How they don't want to be the Starbucks of Fitness. (1:06:30) What would his wife say is his biggest flaw/weakness? Practices he puts in place to be a better man? (1:13:10) How does the success with his business compare to his success with football? (1:17:21) Has he thought about becoming the sounding board for the exit strategy for ex-NFL players? (1:20:18) The lessons learned from one another. (1:23:30) Feathered Guest/People Mentioned: Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310)  Instagram Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson)  Instagram Products Mentioned: December Promotion: Enroll in Any MAPS Program – 1 Year of Forum Access for FREE! AdaptNation Podcast #52: Mind Pump's Adam Schafer - Building a Digital Fitness Business, Personal Passions, Hard Home Truths & His Deepest Aspirations Post-NFL, Brendon Ayanbadejo found new rewards in OTF training Orangetheory Fitness | Gym Near You | Try a Free One-Hour Workout What Information is found in the FDD? What Is a Franchise Area Developer? Interview with Orangetheory Fitness' 2017 Franchisee of the Year Jamie Weeks Mind Pump Episode 903: The Best Time to Take Creatine, Ab Building Mistakes, Natural Ways to Increase Energy & MORE Mind Pump Episode 909: Eating Smart During the Holidays, How NOT to do Plyometrics, Tips for Getting Parasympathetic Post Workout & MORE How is Shiva Observed How Health Club Operators Should Calculate Retention Rates Money lessons learned from pro athletes' financial fouls Mind Pump Episode 907: Cory Schlesinger    

On a special episode of Sean's Sports Show, Sean sits down with decorated NFL player Brendon Ayanbadejo and they talk about various football topics, which include: his opinion on the NFL (:43), his opinion on the National Anthem controversy (1:20), what it was like for him to play in the NFL (2:22), his 2019 Super Bowl prediction (3:05), how hard was it to play in the NFL (4:57), his favorite moment(s) from his time in the league (6:08), should Colin Kaepernick be signed (7:23), the transition into life after the game (9:02), his daily workouts when he played (10:07), his biggest sports icon(s) growing up (14:08), would he play again if he had the choice? (15:11), his favorite team to watch recently (16:05), his favorite current player(s) (17:10), his thoughts on the Tom Brady and Bill Belichik drama (18:12), and lastly his opinion the huge contracts that players are getting (19:02). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seanssportsstop/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seanssportsstop/support

Organifi Quah! In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi ( organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether to add cardio, cut or restrict calories or add more strength training to get shredded, the pros and cons of working out alone versus working out with friends, how to grow a massive butt and if they would suggest the surgery to a loved one in any circumstance. Does Sal have a great radio voice? The guys discuss who they sound like and first impressions upon meeting each other. (3:56) What does it say about a person if they are intolerant to temperature change? The guys share what it's like podcasting in their “swamp” of a studio and what they used to do to stay cool. (5:07) Would the guys survive on YouTube in their 20's?? How people are ruthless in the comment section. (13:06) How the more you educate your audience, the more they appreciate the sport. The importance of a good announcer. (15:30) Brendon Ayanbadejo the “Renaissance Man.” (17:30) The exodus of buyouts or takeovers. The guys discuss the importance of taking care of the people who were with you in the beginning. (21:20) Are we getting screwed from all directions? Using tax dollars to bailout farmers hurt by President Trump's tariffs is not the way to strengthen the economy. (22:52) A Day in the Life of “mindpumpEnzo.” The importance of building talent and being the brand. (26:01) UPDATE: Mind Pump 6 Week Fitness Challenge. Where the guys are at mentally, physically & MORE. (30:53) Mind Pump Kitchen/Recipe Book in the works?? Time to let them know! (48:24) #Quah question #1 – What would you rather do first? Add cardio, cut or restrict calories or add more strength training to get shredded? (49:44) #Quah question #2 – What are the pros and cons of working out alone versus working out with friends? (1:05:40) #Quah question #3 - How to grow a massive butt? (1:18:27) #Quah question #4 - Would you suggest surgery to a loved one in any circumstance? (1:26:07) People Mentioned: Christina Rice, NTP (@christinaricewellness)  Instagram Tony Romo (@tony.romo)  Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan)  Instagram Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310)  Instagram Mark Mastrov Enzo Coglitore (@mindpumpenzo) Instagram Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour)  Instagram Ed Corney Franco Columbu Official (@francocolumbu)  Instagram Arnold (@Schwarzenegger)  Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned: Trump's Fake Fix for a Bad Economic Policy Skinny Dipped **Enter the code “MINDPUMP” for 20% off** Organifi **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Enzo Coglitore Everly Well **Code “MINDPUMP” for $15 off any test** 3 Best Secrets - How To Make Your Butt Grow (AVOID MISTAKES!) Why Your Butt Won't Grow- 3 Exercises to Wake Up Your Sleepy Butt The Secret To A Great Butt | Mind Pump Media Build Your Butt Bundle - Mind Pump Mind Pump FREE Resources – Everything You Need to Know to Reach Your Fitness Goals Get our newest program, MAPS Split, an expertly programmed and phased muscle building and sculpting program designed to get your body stage ready. This is an advanced program and is not recommended for beginners. Get it at www.mapssplit.com! Get MAPS Prime, MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Anabolic, MAPS Performance, MAPS Aesthetic, the Butt Builder Blueprint, the Sexy Athlete Mod AND KB4A (The MAPS Super Bundle) packaged together at a substantial DISCOUNT at www.mindpumpmedia.com. Also check out Thrive Market! Thrive Market makes purchasing organic, non-GMO affordable. With prices up to 50% off retail, Thrive Market blows away most conventional, non-organic foods. PLUS, they offer a NO RISK way to get started which includes: 1. One FREE month's membership 2. $20 Off your first three purchases of $49 or more (That's $60 off total!) 3. Free shipping on orders of $49 or more How can you go wrong with this offer? To take advantage of this offer go to www.thrivemarket.com/mindpump Would you like to be coached by Sal, Adam & Justin? You can get 30 days of virtual coaching from them for FREE at www.mindpumpmedia.com. Get our program, MAPS HIIT, an expertly programmed and phased High-Intensity Interval Training program designed to maximize fat burn and improve conditioning. Get it at www.mindpumpmedia.com! Make EVERY workout better with MAPS Prime, the only pre-workout you need… it is now available at mindpumpmedia.com Have Sal, Adam & Justin personally train you via video instruction on our YouTube channel, Mind Pump TV. Be sure to Subscribe for updates.   Please subscribe, rate and review this show! Each week our favorite reviewers are announced on the show and sent Mind Pump T-shirts! Have questions for Mind Pump? Each Monday on Instagram (@mindpumpmedia) look for the QUAH post and input your question there. (Sal, Adam & Justin will answer as many questions as they can)

Part I of Athlete Activism and the Fight for Equality, an event by RISE and Athlete Ally featuring a panel moderated by The Undefeated’s Jemele Hill that included: MLS' Minnesota United FC’s Collin Martin – who recently came out as the only active gay male athlete in major American team sports; three-time Pro-bowler and Super Bowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo; tech investor and Super Bowl champion Ryan Mundy; pro javelin thrower and All-American Nika Ouellette; and ESPN analyst and former NBA player Jay Williams. Hill speaks with Martin about his decision to come out on Twitter during the MLS season, gets insight from Williams and Mundy on how athletes can best utilize their platforms and asks Ayanbadejo and Oullette about what it means to be an ally for equality. The event, Monday July 16, was for student-athletes at USC and UCLA, and was meant to empower them to advocate for racial and LGBTQ equality and mobilize the athletic community across various social justice movements.

Born into an interracial family, Brendon Ayanbadejo’s early first years were spent in Lagos, Nigeria. After his parents had decided to go their separate ways, he and his siblings moved back to the U.S. with their mom. “Growing up with a brother only 18 months older than me gave me my competitive edge or a bit of a ‘chip on my shoulder’ sort-of-speak. I felt like I always had something to prove. I had a little bit of talent with a whole lot of hard work.” Speaking with someone as driven and as disciplined as Brendon today gave me immense inspiration and motivation to continue bettering myself from the inside out. “I knew by the age of 10 years old that I wanted to be a professional athlete so my body was going to be that vessel along with my discipline and mentality of sacrifice and hard work.” Taking us back down memory lane to where it all began for him, Brendon shares a tragic story of his childhood best friend, which was one of his earliest reasons behind staying drug-free and 100% focused for his future pro-athlete years that were to come. He mentions how his upbringing in a very open household allowed him to be free with both his thinking and his actions, instead of feeling the need to sneak around and “experiment.” This also led him to his decision to remain focused on his long-term goals. “I think it’s a mixture of nature and nurture that got both my brother and I to the professional level. It started with nature, the DNA to run fast, build muscle mass and the durability, but it’s like having a beautiful piece of wood that you must carve into something special with nurture. That’s the discipline, handwork and strategizing.” From a professional athlete to a franchise owner and huge advocate of serving his community and giving back, Brendon’s interview today covers all angles. He is proof that being unapologetically wealthy doesn’t equal greed. With his hands in helping those with diabetes, The American Heart Association, and helping feed the hungry, it’s safe to say that the world needs more Brendon Ayanbadejo’s. “It’s not about how much money you make – do what you love. If your love turns into dollars and cents than that’s even more amazing.” In This Episode You Will Hear About: Helping Community Serving Impact Entrepreneurship Giving back Success Wealth Business Self-help Interracial Relationships Drive Discipline Pro-Athletes Resources: Orange Theory Fitness Brentwood, Los Angeles Location Instagram @brendon310

In this episode, Jimmy Dean and Whitney talk to Brendon Ayanbadejo about his journey from the projects of Chicago to the beaches of Santa Cruz to the NFL and beyond. Brendon shares his tips on how you can become a monster in your own life every day.

Sal, Adam & Justin interview 3 time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champ Brendon Ayanbadejo. This is no ordinary interview. You are not only going to learn how he went from the projects in Chicago to Super Bowl glory, but about marijuana, anabolic steroids, roller skates and bow ties.

  Meet "The Cypher" at the intersection of ARTSITY & CULTURE #TheCorner. LIVE This Thursday 2/12/15 as they welcome entreprenuer Glennisha Morgan!    Glennisha Morgan is the Founder and Publisher of The Fembassy, an award-winning blog that is solely dedicated to women MCs. Morgan is also a multimedia journalist, writer, photographer and filmmaker. She's covered culture, music, entertainment, queer and women's issues for over five years. Her writing has appeared in a myriad of publications including, The Huffington Post, Ebony, Vibe Vixen, Hot New Hip Hop, Elixher, Ikons Magazine, Digiwaxx, Autostraddle and AOL. Her poetry has been included in an anthology titled "Colored girls", 2010. During her media career she has had the wonderful opportunity to interview people like Brittney Griner, John Leguizamo, Russell Simmons, La La Anthony, MC Lyte, Roxanne Shante, Brendon Ayanbadejo, Laverne Cox, Missy Elliott, Da Brat, Marsha Ambrosius, Janet Mock and Chester French. As a photographer, Morgan has shot everything from family photos to Ferguson.          

Great Caesar is a Brooklyn-based collaborative that aims to create music about things that really matter: love, legacy, and the complexity of human relationships. They started as a high school jazz trio in Madison, CT, and kept their musical friendship alive through six years of college, including Berklee College of Music for saxophonist Stephen Chen ’10. In 2010, the band moved to New York City, in the tide of stories and humanity of the Big Apple, they crafted "Don't Ask Me Why." Given audiences’ positive reaction to the song, they approached filmmaker Alex Colby, who created a bold video juxtaposing the civil rights movement of the 1960s with today’s fight for LGBT equality. With big ideas for set pieces, a large cast and sweeping visuals, the video was an undertaking far beyond anything the band had previously attempted, and when an investor dropped out after the project had already begun rolling, the band turned to Kickstarter to and raised over $50,000–far past their goal of $35,000–to complete the project. Upworthy.com premiered the video on MLK day 2014, and it was quickly shared by supporters including Russell Simmons, Deepak Chopra, Wyclef Jean, Arsenio Hall, Superbowl champion Brendon Ayanbadejo, and countless others, and has amassed over 230,000 views on Youtube. Great Caesar has been gearing up for the release of a self-titled EP produced by Griffin Rodriguez (Beirut, Modest Mouse, A Hawk and a Hacksaw). The EP is set to release at the Daybreaker morning dance party (recently profiled in the NY Times, WSJ, and others) on June 17, just before the band flies to LA to perform at the TEDx Hollywood conference in search of the next big break.

Which House of Congress better represents the people? And how does winning an Oscar affect your health? Some surprising answers today.Why is there so much dysfunction in Congress? Constitutional scholar Ian Millhiser says, simply, it is “deeply baked into the legislative system.” Author and demographer Phillip Longman has some surprising data about how your job determines how long you live, and how winning an Oscar affects health in Hollywood. And Bill Press talks with Brendon Ayanbadejo of the world champion Baltimore Ravens about safety on the gridiron … and gay rights. Ian Millhiser Constitutional law expert Ian Millhiser says the Citizens United decision by the Supreme Court may not lead to more Republicans. But it will lead to worse Democrats! He also says the so-called “upper House,” the Senate, is actually more representative of the American people than the “people’s house.” http://www.americanprogress.org/about/staff/millhiser-ian/bio/ Jim Hightower Do more than the minimum on minimum wage. Phillip Longman Do race and class matter in health care? Absolutely, says demographer Phillip Longman. It is not only the level of socioeconomic status, it is the disparity between the races and income levels that kills people.http://newamerica.net/user/92 Brendon Ayanbadejo Bill Press and his guest, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo.https://twitter.com/brendon310

Shek & Rank welcome Super Bowl champ Brendon Ayanbadejo to discuss winning the Lombardi Trophy, what the Ravens did during the blackout, the Niners' playcalling and Flacco's strategy to tackle Ted Ginn on the game's last play.  The fellas then talk with draft guru Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks on Twitter) to talk about his upcoming mock draft on NFL.com, where the Chiefs might go with the first pick, Sam Bradford’s future with the Rams and why Peyton Manning might actually be an underdog.  Plus, a new Black List with thoughts on Kobe Bryant vs. Dwight Howard and a trampoline-inspired “shout out” from Black Tie. 

Shek & Rank welcome Super Bowl champ Brendon Ayanbadejo to discuss winning the Lombardi Trophy, what the Ravens did during the blackout, the Niners' playcalling and Flacco's strategy to tackle Ted Ginn on the game's last play.  The fellas then talk with draft guru Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks on Twitter) to talk about his upcoming mock draft on NFL.com, where the Chiefs might go with the first pick, Sam Bradford’s future with the Rams and why Peyton Manning might actually be an underdog.  Plus, a new Black List with thoughts on Kobe Bryant vs. Dwight Howard and a trampoline-inspired “shout out” from Black Tie.