Coaching Confidence

God Blesses us through relationship

Huge shout out to this weeks guest @kimaponi for taking the time to share her story, her inspirations, and her beliefs. I appreciate Kim and the work she does so much because she fits a small category of people I know who are insanely passionate about their crafts. She says it perfectly we are either 100% in or 100% out. Meaning not only dedicating time to complete a project but dedicating just as...

On this episode of Coaching Confidence, we were joined by Vanjo Cortes and AD. Two of Chicago's foremost biking experts. We talked about those moments where one decision changes your whole life. We spoke about the impact of having a mentor who truly sees your potential and gives you space to express it. We ended on a very interesting topic, How do you hold space for, "fun" in your ad...

On this episode of Coaching Confidence, we were joined by creative director Yazmine Fowler. We spoke about the power of persuasion, empathy, and faith. If you are interested in working in music or art direction. This is the pod for you!

On this episode of Coaching Confidence, we were joined by Victoria O'Connor. Victoria has been a constant inspiration for me, from her exploits in fashion to her dedication to pioneering in sport. Vik refuses to be boxed in. Join us for a conversation on childhood inspirations, goal setting, and basketball.

Blessed to sit down with my mentor and friend Felton Kizer. Felton is the creative architect behind the Off kilter Magazine ( a print magazine focused on highlighting the stories of black artists). As well as 1/2 of team behind DrinkMonday Coffee (an amazing conversation sparking cold brew). If your interested in starting your own business, or learning about how the hobbies and passions of our chi...

A sit down discussion with a young politician, with a passion for music and a hard work ethic. How do the lessons we learn as children our journeys ?

In Honor of Martin Luther King Day, Yesterday, I wanted to keep the conversation going. I had the chance to sit down and have an amazing conversation with Dawn Johnson owner of brand Quotidian. We talked about the erasure of black culture, The uprising of dynamic black entrepreneurs, and the creation of Rock and Roll. If you have time leave a rating on the pod and tell a friend 🙌🏾

A sit down talk with one of Chicagos Premier Denimoligist Alex Swain of Texture.

Welcome back to Coaching Confidence. I’ve been doing some really cool things lately. Let’s talk about them!

Joined by Petalhead founder and creator Kari Black for an amazing discussion about art creating authenticity and confidence through your work!!

Today I Got the chance to sit down with “ Femi” A Chicago fashion icon and the owner of DryClean Tv. Join us for a great discussion about fashion, Chicago and Coaching confidence!!!

Sat down with one of the co founders of NattyBwoy Bikes and Boards, a local Chicago skate company with an amazing mission of supporting and teaching the youth about Skate and bike culture.

On this episode, I was joined by two of my oldest friends, and we chatted about some of our favorite coaches, and some of the tactics that they implemented to change the game!

This episode we broke the developmental stages of children from ages 5-12. Hopefully this helps one person connect and understand their youth a little bit better.

On this episode, we broke down the history of fashion within Soccer as well as talked about Soccer’s influence on modern day, fashion, everything from Burberry, Polo, Adidas and Stone island to Arc’teryx, Aime Leon Dorè and Off White

On this episode, we talked about three Barry are breaking women’s soccer players, who, undoubtedly change the sport forever. Rachel Yankey, Marta de Silva, and Mia Hamm

This episode, I broke down the nuances of how I create my practice, and how I deconstruct an area of play. If you want a free flowing practice, this is the episode for you.

This episode we talked about the rigging of the 1998 World Cup, as well as the Brazilian legend, Ronaldo Nazario. Enjoy!!!

This episode, we did a deep dive on the corruption behind one of the worlds, largest sports, how it began, and how it must be changed for us to move forward.

This episode I was joined by two old friends and we went down memory lane talking about growing up, playing soccer, the highs the lows, and how we refound our love for the game in coaching

This episode, we compared the life and careers of two of sports most gifted athletes, who is careers were cut short due to injury. This episode will compare the infamous Chicago-legend Derek Rose to the liverpool wonder kid, Micheal Owen.

This episode we will be continuing our cultural comparison, series, comparing to legendary coaches, who not only impacted the trajectory of the game, coached some of the games most impactful talents, but they were also legends within their own rights. Will be talking about none other than Frank Rijkaard and Mark Jackson.

This episode on coaching confidence, we will be comparing the careers and cultural impact of the infamous Allen Iverson and David Beckham.

Comparing the careers of two iconic personas. Mario Balotelli and Dennis Rodman