Mr. Irrelevant Videocast

Brothers and co-directors Derek and Brandon Smith sit down with Mr. Irrelevant host Josh Lewin to discuss the making of their feature documentary No Place for Football — the story of soccer in one of the most unexpected places in the world: Greenland, home to the shortest football season and one of the most remote communities on earth. From difficulty traveling to Nuuk and production setbacks to f...

Courtney Runyon, a TEDx speaker, international bestselling author, and resilience coach, joins Mr. Irrelevant for a candid conversation about resilience, identity, and rebuilding when life changes overnight. She shares her experience being diagnosed with CIDP, a rare autoimmune disorder that left her paralyzed from the neck down at 33, while simultaneously navigating a breakup, a cross-country mov...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with lawyer, entrepreneur, and football club owner Rob Couhig about his unlikely journey from American minor league baseball to English football. Couhig shares how a business-first mindset helped transform Wycombe Wanderers during one of the most successful stretches in club history and why he took on the challenge of rescuing Re...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with director Jeff Fisher about carving out a career through rejection, reinvention, and persistence. From sweeping floors in craft service to working alongside Robert De Niro on Cape Fear, Fisher reflects on the unconventional path that led him from reality TV hits like Big Brother and Keeping Up With the Kardashians to directin...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with former minor leaguer Bruce Dostal about his winding journey through professional baseball and his unforgettable brush with the big leagues. Drafted by the Dodgers out of Division III William Paterson, Dostal reflects on fighting through crowded farm systems, earning a call-up to the Orioles at Fenway Park, and never getting...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with Fox Sports and Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Joe Davis about his journey from small-town Michigan to calling the World Series and succeeding Vin Scully. Davis reflects on the grind of breaking into broadcasting through unpaid internships and minor league jobs, learning to trust his own voice, and overcoming imposter syndro...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with Emmy Award-winning editor Jill Calhoun about her path from aspiring filmmaker to shaping stories behind the scenes. Calhoun shares how an early experience in sound design sparked her passion, how music and performance influence her sense of rhythm, and why collaboration matters more than credit. She opens up about navigating...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with former NFL offensive lineman and NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger about his journey from undrafted long shot to a 143-game NFL career. Baldinger shares how he earned a roster spot with the Cowboys against the odds, the mindset it took to succeed as an overlooked lineman, and how preparation became his edge both on the fie...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with Rudy Ruettiger about his journey from overlooked underdog to Notre Dame legend. Growing up as one of 14 kids while facing dyslexia and constant doubt, Rudy shares how he pushed past criticism, served in the Navy, and took an unconventional path to earn his place at Notre Dame. He breaks down his “four C’s”—courage, character...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with former NFL quarterback Jay Fiedler about his unlikely journey—from Ivy League QB to Dolphins playoff hero. After going undrafted, Fiedler fought his way through cuts, time out of the league, and stints in Europe before earning another shot in the NFL and eventually being the last quarterback to lead the Dolphins to a playoff...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with thriller author and former U.S. Navy intelligence officer Ama (A.M.) Adair about her unconventional path from military service to published novelist. After 21 years in the Navy, including deployments in places like Baghdad, Adair shares how real-life experiences inspired her writing and helped her navigate imposter syndrome,...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with Broadway actor and musician Brian d’Arcy James about his unexpected journey from the football field to the stage. From earning the nickname “the flea” as a junior high safety to discovering his voice and passion for performance, Brian reflects on the moments that shaped his path. He opens up about the loss of his father just...

On this episode of the Mr. Irrelevant podcast, host Josh Lewin chats with world-renowned chef, restaurateur, and the first female Iron Chef...Cat Cora! Cat opens up about her early beginnings, from being adopted as a newborn to finding confidence through the unwavering support of her family. She shares the realities of facing sexism in the culinary world, being one of the only women in her class,...

In the debut episode of Mr. Irrelevant, host Josh Lewin sits down with super-agent Leigh Steinberg. You know Steinberg as the inspiration for the film Jerry Maguire and his representation of 300+ athletes including eight top picks in the pro football draft. But like all of us, Steinberg also has experienced some "Mr. Irrelevant" moments of doubt and turbulence. Enjoy this candid conversation about...

Trailer!  Mr. Irrelevant tells the stories of those who were counted out—and kept going anyway. From sports to music to business, this podcast explores what it takes to outlast doubt and earn relevance on your own terms.