Catch as Catch Can

From corporate turnarounds to community transformation, Steve Giordano has led with resilience, faith, and a focus on people. Now serving as President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County, Steve shares his remarkable journey with host George Tinsley Sr. In this conversation, Steve opens up about: · How his corporate turnaround skills translated into nonprofit leadership. · The fina...

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with his longtime friends and teammates, Dallas Thornton and Dick O’Neill, to reflect on their journey from high school gyms to national championships and beyond. They share stories about growing up with humble beginnings, learning discipline under tough coaches, and winning multiple championships at Kentucky Wesleyan. The convers...

Step into the heart of Kentucky Wesleyan College's athletic legacy with broadcaster Joel Utley (61-year "Voice of the Panthers") and sports information director Roy Pickerill (55+ years shaping KWC’s identity).  George Tinsley Sr. reunites with these living archives to relive iconic moments, from the '18-second miracle' that saved their 1966 championship run to Sam Smith’s title-winning hook shot....

NBA legend and 4-time All-Star Otis Birdsong joins George Tinsley Sr. for a powerful journey through basketball history and personal triumph.  From his record-setting high school days in segregated Florida—where he averaged 33 points per game and won a state championship—to becoming the #2 pick in the 1977 NBA Draft, Otis shares untold stories of resilience. He reveals eye-opening details about hi...

In this inspiring episode of Catch As Catch Can, George sits down with Tony Gaskins Jr.—a renowned life coach, relationship expert, and serial entrepreneur—to unpack his remarkable journey from adversity to empowerment. Tony opens up about his early struggles as a pastor’s son, a pivotal stint in jail as a teenager, and how marrying young and becoming a father propelled him to redefine his purpose...

In this episode of Catch as Catch Can, George is joined by Jania Bailey, CEO of FranNet and a trailblazer in the franchising industry. With over 30 years of experience, Jania shares her inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing in Paducah, Kentucky, to becoming a celebrated leader in franchising. The conversation dives into Jania's early career in banking, her pivot to franchising, and her t...

In this inspiring episode of Catch as Catch Can, George sits down with basketball legend and community leader Darrell Griffith to explore his journey from humble beginnings in Louisville to becoming "Dr. Dunkenstein," a nickname that defined his electrifying playing style. Griffith shares heartfelt stories about his early influences, including mentors like Tinsley, his championship victory with th...

In this heartfelt and engaging episode of Catch as Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with John Y. Brown III, former Kentucky Secretary of State and founder of the JYB3 Group. Together, they delve into John’s remarkable journey growing up in a family with a legacy of public service and entrepreneurial success. From his father’s transformative leadership of KFC alongside Colonel Sanders to Joh...

George sits down with basketball Hall of Famer Artis Gilmore, famously known as "The A-Train." Gilmore recounts his journey from growing up in Chipley, Florida, as one of ten children to becoming a towering figure in professional basketball, both literally and figuratively. He shares how his determination helped him overcome the challenges of poverty and segregation, and how his college career at...

In this inspiring episode of Catch As Catch Can, Wade Houston shares his journey from humble beginnings in Alcoa, Tennessee, to becoming the first Black head basketball coach in the SEC. Wade reflects on the challenges he faced growing up in the segregated South, his path to entrepreneurship inspired by his father's resilience, and the lessons learned along the way. From coaching success to buildi...

George sits down with basketball legend Mack Calvin. A five-time ABA All-Star, Calvin's career spanned both the ABA and NBA, where he became known for his speed, discipline, and mental toughness. Mack reflects on his journey, from growing up in the projects of Los Angeles, his rise as a high school basketball phenom, to his defining moments in the ABA, where he not only achieved individual success...

In the premiere episode of Catch as Catch Can , George Tinsley Sr. sits down with NBA legend and longtime friend, Butch Beard. The two reflect on Beard’s illustrious basketball career, from his humble beginnings in Kentucky to his vital role in the Golden State Warriors' 1975 NBA Championship victory. Butch opens up about his time playing with greats like Wes Unseld at the University of Louisville...