Podcast appearances and mentions of Donovan W Carter

Black in Sports Podcast welcomed HBO ‘Ballers' star Donovan W. Carter II aka DC on this episode. Prior to ‘Ballers', Donovan starred at the UCLA which eventually led him to the Oakland Raiders Mini Camp.The conversation began with Donovan's up bring is the Los Angeles Valley. Originally born in Washington, D.C. Donovan moved to LA at 8 and descried the transition similar to Mike from ‘The Wood'. Donovan and EJ talked about his stardom in high school being 1 of 8 players to receive Division 1 scholarship offers from Birmingham High School, in California. At UCLA, Donovan transition from linebacker to defensive tackle. Donovan gave a brief scouting report on his style of play which led to a conversation about NFL great Aaron Donald. While playing at UCLA Donovan described how real the rivalry is with crosstown rival USC. After college, Donovan continued his dream to the NFL and earned a shot with the Raiders. While his time with Raiders was cut short, Donovan described the transition from football to his current career. In a topic that is dear to Black and Sports, EJ and MH shared with Donovan the inspiration behind his story and transition. Being a man of faith, Donovan said his relationship with God helped push him through.His faith eventually led him to auditing for a role in ‘Ballers'. From networking, Donovan thought the opportunity with Ballers was being an extra. After 10 auditions some including LaLa Anthony, Regina Hall he was chose as a full time cast member earning the role as ‘Vernon Littlefield'. The iconic show lasted five seasons and Donovan shared some of the great times with the cast which included ‘The Rock' Dwayne Johnson.Donovan also learned some things from his character ‘Vernon Littlefield' which was gaming also shared the difference when it comes to family. Donovan now applies the skills/knowledge from the show to one of his new passions E-Sports. He described it as doing what he's always done, just pressing record. Also, Donovan gave insight on his podcast, ‘I'm Supposed To Be Here!!!!!!' Don't want to miss this one, press play.Ways to connect with Donovan:@donovanwcarter for IG - @dcsofly90 Twitter - @dcsofly for Twitch For more Black in Sports additional content on our podcast see linktree: https://linktr.ee/blackinsports |Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blackinsports | YouTube - @blackinsports | Instagram - @blackinsports | Twitter - @blackinsports | Website - https://www.blackinsports.com/ | Thank you & we appreciate you!#fortheculture #blackinsports #sportsbusiness #podcast #tellingblackstories #blackowner #Blackeffect #sportsbiz #BlackPlayersForChange #sportsnews #blackowned #blackmedia #HBCULeaguePass #Ballers

Host: Bianca Banks Jasmine Shannon Guest: Donovan W. Carter, Actor & Athlete Produced by @OnairwithQ Originally aired on Dash Radio 2.23.2021 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themndshow/support

Actor Donovan W. Carter’s starring role in HBO’s popular sports comedy series “Ballers,” has quickly established the DC native and former UCLA football player as a sought after actor and performer. On the show Donovan plays the role of the young and talented NFL defensive tackle ‘Vernon Littlefield,’ who is doing his best to self-navigate his newly found wealth and status within the NFL’s elite social circle, which is fraught with opportunists and enablers only out for themselves. “Ballers” was created by Stephen Levinson (Entourage) who also executive produces the series with an assorted array of talented colleagues such as Julian Farino, Denis Biggs, Dwayne Johnson, Mark Wahlberg, and Peter Berg among others.   

Donovan W. Carter II, was born in Washington, D.C. and found himself drawn to acting at a very early age. His early credits are "Stand and be Proud" a music video in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the play, To Kill A Mockingbird. Shortly after he discovered his love of sports. He later received a full ride football scholarship at UCLA. Interest in entertainment was re-ignited by his stepmother, who acted and performed as a vocalist. He pursued a career in acting, finding success almost immediately being casted as "Vernon," on the HBO show, “Ballers”.Hear more inspirational stories like Donovan's on the Pray app: https://link.pray.com/hOzg1zP3i0

Donovan W. Carter II, was born in Washington, D.C. and found himself drawn to acting at a very early age. His early credits are "Stand and be Proud" a music video in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the play, To Kill A Mockingbird. Shortly after he discovered his love of sports. He later received a full ride football scholarship at UCLA. Interest in entertainment was re-ignited by his stepmother, who acted and performed as a vocalist. He pursued a career in acting, finding success almost immediately being casted as "Vernon," on the HBO show, “Ballers”.Hear more inspirational stories like Donovan's on the Pray app: https://link.pray.com/hOzg1zP3i0“You don’t want to wait ‘till you’re on your deathbed to be worrying about your legacy . . . start it now . . . start small and work your way up, and build your way up.”

Donovan W. Carter II, was born in Washington, D.C. and found himself drawn to acting at a very early age. His early credits are "Stand and be Proud" a music video in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the play, To Kill A Mockingbird. Shortly after he discovered his love of sports. He later received a full ride football scholarship at UCLA. Interest in entertainment was re-ignited by his stepmother, who acted and performed as a vocalist. He pursued a career in acting, finding success almost immediately being casted as "Vernon," on the HBO show, “Ballers”.Hear more inspirational stories like Donovan's on the Pray app: https://link.pray.com/hOzg1zP3i0“It’s not always about your social status, your money, your position of power. There’s leaders in all of us, and you just have to have the faith to believe . . . that if God is putting you here, it’s for a reason.”

Donovan W. Carter II, was born in Washington, D.C. and found himself drawn to acting at a very early age. His early credits are "Stand and be Proud" a music video in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the play, To Kill A Mockingbird. Shortly after he discovered his love of sports. He later received a full ride football scholarship at UCLA. Interest in entertainment was re-ignited by his stepmother, who acted and performed as a vocalist. He pursued a career in acting, finding success almost immediately being casted as "Vernon," on the HBO show, “Ballers”.Hear more inspirational stories like Donovan's on the Pray app: https://link.pray.com/hOzg1zP3i0“I remember those times when I had nothing. When I was on a bus, and I was broke, and you know I remember when my account was zero dollars . . . Through all that, God has always found a way.”

Donovan W. Carter II, was born in Washington, D.C. and found himself drawn to acting at a very early age. His early credits are "Stand and be Proud" a music video in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the play, To Kill A Mockingbird. Shortly after he discovered his love of sports. He later received a full ride football scholarship at UCLA. Interest in entertainment was re-ignited by his stepmother, who acted and performed as a vocalist. He pursued a career in acting, finding success almost immediately being casted as "Vernon," on the HBO show, “Ballers”.Hear more inspirational stories like Donovan's on the Pray app: https://link.pray.com/hOzg1zP3i0

AFTERBUZZ TV — Ballers edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of HBO's Ballers. In this episode hosts Bamm Ericsen, Jill Munroe, and Suzette Babb interview special guest Donovan W. Carter. ABOUT BALLERS: Ballers is an American television series created by Steve Levinson. A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends, and handlers. The pilot episode was written by Levinson and directed by Peter Berg. A superstar during his football playing days, Spencer Strasmore tries to find the same success as a financial manager for current players in sun-splashed Miami. Heeding his boss Joe's instruction to "monetize his friendships," Spencer builds a client base of young phenoms and veteran stars alike, but his role in their lives far exceeds money management as he struggles to help them navigate the many traps that come with life as big-time "ballers." The series is created by Stephen Levinson ("Entourage," "Boardwalk Empire") and stars --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

BHL: Just Saying -- In this episode hosts April Daniels, Diann Valentine, and Jennifer Williams discuss love, sex and relationships. Also joining the conversation is special guest Donovan W. Carter. The main topic of discussion for the night is Love And The Magic Click ! We're also going to go into discussing Donovan Carter. And be sure to stick around for our Shallow Hal discussion. It's going to get heated! All this and more on today's Just Saying on BHL!

AFTERBUZZ TV — Ballers edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of HBO's Ballers. In this episode hosts Bamm Ericsen, Kennelia Stradwick, Emile Ennis Jr, and Sofia Stanley discuss episode 10 with special guests London Brown, Antoine Harris, and Donovan W. Carter. Ballers is an American television series created by Steve Levinson. A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends, and handlers. The pilot episode was written by Levinson and directed by Peter Berg. Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV "Like" Us on http://www.Facebook.com/AfterBuzzTV For more of your post-game wrap up shows for your favorite TV shows, visit http://www.AfterBuzzTV.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AFTERBUZZ TV — Ballers edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of HBO's Ballers. In this episode hosts Bamm Ericsen, Kennelia Stradwick, Emile Ennis Jr, and Sofia Stanley discuss episode 10 with special guests London Brown, Antoine Harris, and Donovan W. Carter. Ballers is an American television series created by Steve Levinson. A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends, and handlers. The pilot episode was written by Levinson and directed by Peter Berg. Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV "Like" Us on http://www.Facebook.com/AfterBuzzTV For more of your post-game wrap up shows for your favorite TV shows, visit http://www.AfterBuzzTV.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Errol Reese, K-Mac, and L-Dub talk US Open tennis with legend of the game Ivan Lendl, sports marketing with Pepsi Bottling Ventures CEO Paul Finney, and visit with Donovan W. Carter of the HBO hit series "Ballers."

AFTERBUZZ TV — Ballers edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of HBO's Ballers. In this episode hosts Kennelia Stradwick, Bamm Ericsen, and Emile Ennis Jr. discuss episode 8 with special guest Donovan W. Carter (Vernon Littlefield). Ballers is an American television series created by Steve Levinson. A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends, and handlers. The pilot episode was written by Levinson and directed by Peter Berg. Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV "Like" Us on http://www.Facebook.com/AfterBuzzTV For more of your post-game wrap up shows for your favorite TV shows, visit http://www.AfterBuzzTV.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AFTERBUZZ TV — Ballers edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of HBO's Ballers. In this episode hosts Kennelia Stradwick, Bamm Ericsen, and Emile Ennis Jr. discuss episode 8 with special guest Donovan W. Carter (Vernon Littlefield). Ballers is an American television series created by Steve Levinson. A series centered around a group of football players and their families, friends, and handlers. The pilot episode was written by Levinson and directed by Peter Berg. Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV "Like" Us on http://www.Facebook.com/AfterBuzzTV For more of your post-game wrap up shows for your favorite TV shows, visit http://www.AfterBuzzTV.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app