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Join us on this conversational, learning, and informative experience on 'Beyond the Athlete,' where we delve into the behind the scenes and untold stories and inspiring journeys of people within the world of sports, entrepreneurship and innovation. In our upcoming episodes, expect an exclusive peek into the lives of renowned men and women from across the world . Discover the defining moments, untapped passions, and the strategies they employ to overcome obstacles both in life and works. From ...
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EP29: Continuous Development - Why The Greats Never Take Shortcuts
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Send us a text Coach David reflects on his podcasting journey from humble beginnings to international reach, emphasizing the importance of simply starting rather than overthinking your goals. • Just start – don't overcomplicate things or overthink it • Learning happens along the way – from video production to social media management • We're scaling…
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EP28: Our host, Coach David on what he discovered about greatness and what it means to be great.
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Send us a text In this special solo episode, Coach David dives into a powerful reflection on what it truly means to be great. Drawing from his journey in sports, fashion, and community building, he unpacks the lessons, habits, and mindsets he’s learned from speaking with top athletes, creatives, and leaders. From the sacrifices behind the scenes to…
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EP26: Benny Bonsu is Revolutionising Sports and Empowering Communities.
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Send us a text This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Benny Bonsu, one of the most influential voices in global sports media, youth development, and community building. From London to Africa, Benny has dedicated her career to creating opportunities for underserved communities through the power of sports. We dive into her incredible journey, including…
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EP27: Ezinne Kalu, an Olympian, Pro Hooper & Changing the Game for African Hoopers
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Send us a text In Episode 27 of Beyond The Athlete, we sit down with Ezinne Kalu, a two-time Olympian, professional basketball player, and key figure in Nigerian women’s basketball. From her early days in the game to competing at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, Ezinne shares her journey, the challenges and triumphs of representing Nigeria o…
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EP25: Darren on Gaming Industry Trends, Esports, and Sports Marketing Strategies
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Send us a text In this power-packed episode, we sit down with Darren Grover, the Senior Vice President of Gaming at VaynerSports, to explore the most compelling gaming industry trends, the explosive rise of esports, and innovative sports marketing strategies that are reshaping the digital landscape. Darren, a former basketball player and renowned c…
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EP24: Kevin Couliau, Capturing the Heartbeat and Soul Of Basketball Culture
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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 24 of the Beyond The Athlete Podcast. In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Kevin Couliau, a globally acclaimed filmmaker, photographer, and creative force behind the iconic basketball documentary "Doin’ It in the Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC". Kevin shares his passion for capturing the essence of basket…
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EP23: Bevery Pokuah, the founder of Strong Girl talks to us about community building, resilience and Collaboration.
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Send us a text Join us for an inspiring episode of the Beyond The Athlete podcast, featuring an in-depth conversation with Bevery Pokuah, the dynamic founder and lifestyle coach behind STRONG GIRL SQUAD. Bevery has been instrumental in empowering women through fitness, fostering resilience, and building supportive communities. In this episode, we d…
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EP22: Leadership, Pastor Tobi’s Influence and Impact, Building Communities.
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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 22 of our podcast, where we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Coach David about all things leadership. From the sports arena to our communities and beyond, this episode uncovers: ✨ The true essence of leadership and why it’s needed now more than ever ✨ How leadership has shaped Coach David’s life and …
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EP21: Founders of Limitless XYZ, Br£ad & Srxse on the Music industry, leadership, community and investing in people.
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Send us a text In this episode of the Beyond The Athlete Podcast, we’re joined by Bread and Srxse, the dynamic duo behind Limitless XYZ. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss, packed with powerful insights, inspirational moments, and actionable advice. We dive into: 🎵 The music industry and what it really takes to succeed 👥 Leadership and t…
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EP20: Coach David on how leadership changed his life.
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Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Beyond The Athlete, we sit down with Coach David, a renowned leader and mentor in the world of sports and personal development. Coach David shares his powerful journey of transformation, detailing how stepping into leadership not only changed his career but also reshaped his entire outlook on life. From n…
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EP18: Consistency Over Perfection within Podcasting and Sports with Coach David
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Send us a text Join us in this inspiring episode of the Beyond the Athlete Podcast as our host, Coach David, opens up about the journey of building a thriving sports community and podcast. Coach David shares powerful insights on: ✅ Why consistency beats chasing perfection every time. ✅ The highs and lows of leading a community that impacts lives. ✅…
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EP19: George Eghator on pioneering NFL in Europe, Consistency and the Future of the sport.
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Send us a text Welcome to a brand new episode of the Beyond The Athlete Podcast In this episode, we sit down with George Eghator a true pioneer for NFL and American football in Europe. 🏈George is the host and content creator on nfl on dazn and a die-hard Indianapolis Colts fan. We dive deep into: ✅ How George discovered his passion for American foo…
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EP17 - John shares his unique transition from the game to the corporate world, making waves at Nike and Jordan Brand, working alongside NBA legends and superstars .
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Send us a text In this episode, we sat down with John Olinger, former professional hooper, Nike executive, and now a consultant to dive deep into his incredible journey. From dominating the courts in high school and college to playing professionally in Europe, John’s story is a testament to passion, grit, and perseverance. But his impact didn’t sto…
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EP16 - WNBA and Indiana Fever star, Temi Fagbenle speaks to us about her journey, overcoming challenges, the highs and lows of pro basketball, and what it takes to dominate at the highest level.
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Send us a text 🎧 Welcome to Season 2 of Beyond The Athlete! 🎧 We’re kicking off Season 2 with a powerful conversation with Temi Fagbenle, WNBA player for the Indiana Fever and former star of the London Lions, fresh off leading her team to a historic Women’s EuroCup Championship! 🏆 In this episode, Temi opens up about her journey from the UK to the …
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EP15 - Business, NFL & the WNBA with Curtis Collins, Founder of Creative Cultures
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Send us a text In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Curtis Collins, the dynamic founder of Creative Cultures, for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation. Curtis opens up about his early aspirations to join the NFL, the disappointment of not making it, and how that experience became a catalyst for his entrepreneurial journey. He…
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EP14 - Peter Robert Casey, Co-CEO of JDS Sports a sports & entertainment private equity firm.
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Send us a text In this episode of Beyond The Athlete, we sit down with Peter Robert Casey, the visionary CEO of JDS SPORT. Join us as we delve into Peter's incredible journey from his early days in the sports industry to leading one of the most innovative companies in sports media and technology. Peter shares his insights on the evolving landscape …
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EP13 - Matthijs Van Der Meulen, Co-CEO at SNEAKERNESS
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Send us a text Support the show Instagram Links: Beyond The Athlete - https://instagram.com/beyondtheathletepod?utm_source=qr Basketball Nxtion - https://instagram.com/basketballnxtion?utm_source=qr Coach David - https://instagram.com/coachdavidbbn?utm_source=qrBy Matthijs Van Der Meulen
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EP12 - Ron Abaekobe on his evolution from pro athlete to becoming the Commissioner of THE LEAGUE.
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Send us a text Join us on this episode as we sit down with Ron Abaekobe, Vice President of Sports at The Surgeon and Commissioner of The League, for an inspiring conversation about his remarkable journey in the world of basketball. From his days as a Division 1 college athlete to pursuing a professional basketball career, Ron shares the ups and dow…
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EP11 - Marc V Brosseau, Senior Footwear Designer at ADIDAS talks about his journey within the creative space, the mental resilience that is needed to stay on top, his upbringing, family life and his time ...
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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of footwear design with none other than Marc V Brosseau, a seasoned senior footwear designer at Adidas. Join us as Marc shares his inspiring creative journey, offering listeners an intimate look into his process, challenges, and triumphs in the dynamic realm of sneaker culture. As …
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EP10 - Giulia Zecchini on breaking barriers, women in sports, sneaker culture and Esports.
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Send us a text Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Giulia, a trailblazing figure in women's sports and a prominent name in UK basketball. Giulia takes us on a captivating journey through her upbringing, sharing the pivotal moments that shaped her. As we delve into Giulia's story, we explore her passion for sneakers and how it inte…
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EP9 - Paul Anton (Co-Founder and CEO) of HUUPE, the world's first smart basketball hoop talks about the challenges and triumphs of starting a business, the resilience needed and having the right people ...
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Send us a text Welcome to a compelling episode where we delve into the world of basketball innovation with Paul Anton, the Co-Founder and CEO of HUUPE, the groundbreaking smart basketball hoop. Join us as Paul recounts the fascinating journey of HUUPE's inception, detailing the collaborative efforts with his Co-Founder, Lyth Saeed. Together, they'v…
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EP8 - Alex Sarama on Transforming Basketball and, the new shape of development and training for high performance athletes.
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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 8 of Beyond The Athlete podcast! In this episode, we sit down with the visionary basketball coach, Alex Sarama, who is revolutionizing the game as we know it. Join us as we dive deep into Alex's journey as a basketball coach, genius, and innovator who is constantly pushing the boundaries of player development. From…
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EP7 - Pierre Haessig has been capturing the game, from humbly starting NBA France to viral status to now leading the digital space for the NBA and the 2023 NBA No.1 Draft Pick
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Pierre Haessig, the visionary photographer/videographer and founder of HSK Agency, who has made a significant impact in the world of sports content creation. Pierre takes us on a fascinating journey, starting from his teenage years in France to becoming a prominent Content Producer for the NBA. We de…
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EP6 - DAPS journey from a hooper to one of the most iconic directors in the world.
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Send us a text Embark on a captivating narrative with Daps in this episode, where we meticulously trace his remarkable journey. We delve into the intricacies of his upbringing, exploring pivotal moments that shaped his character. From the basketball courts to the pursuit of a scholarship in the States, witness the highs and lows that defined his at…
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EP5 - Josh Gotthelf on co-founding Dime Magazine, global impact at Dunk, game changing Collaborations and Life lessons learnt along the journey.
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Send us a text Join us for an entertaining episode of our podcast featuring Josh Gotthelf the co-founder of Dime Magazine and the visionary CEO of DUNK. Dive into the fascinating journey through the heart of the basketball world as Josh shares his insights, experiences, and pivotal moments that shaped his trajectory within the industry. From the ge…
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EP4 - Kelly Gunner's Playbook in UK Basketball, Design, Collaborations, and the Global Rise of Women's Sports.
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Send us a text Step into the creative sanctum with Kelly Gunner, the mastermind behind Tomme Studio, as she intricately dissects her design alchemy. Peel back the layers of her collaboration tapestry, immersing yourself in the dynamic world of UK basketball, where her artistic vision converges with the essence of the sport. In this episode, Kelly p…
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EP3 - Nigel Wright on New Balance, Basketball, Grassroots Sports and Branding
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Send us a text Join us in this episode of Beyond The Athlete as we sit down with Nigel Wright, one of the driving forces behind the Global Brand Marketing strategy for Basketball at New Balance. Nigel shares his incredible journey, providing a glimpse into his life, experiences, and the exciting world of sports marketing. We dive into Nigel's story…
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EP2 - Matt Rodriguez on starting Ballislife, the rise and culture of streetball, the business of basketball and the entertainment element of the sport.
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Send us a text This episode was recorded in February 2023. In this episode, we hear from Matt Rodriguez - Founder of Ballislife, one of worlds greatest platforms for global basketball culture and entertainment. Matt shares with us his love for basketball, his journey from starting Ballislife to now, life lessons for the younger generation, creators…
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EP1 - Coach Maitland on his journey & success in Basketball as a player and coach.
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Send us a text In this episode, we hear from Coach Gary Maitland, one of UK's legendary basketball players in the streets and professionally. You will get to hear his story from being a young athlete, to training his sons, training pro athletes from the UK and the NBA, his times playing for the legendary Joe White and much more. Hope you enjoy this…
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Send us a text Join us on this conversational, learning, and informative experience on 'Beyond the Athlete,' where we delve into the behind the scenes and untold stories and inspiring journeys of people within the world of sports, entrepreneurship and innovation. In our upcoming episodes, expect an exclusive peek into the lives of renowned men and …
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