The Trophy Case Podcast

When I met Steve his freshman year, he was just a young kid trying to find his way around the campus. I would later learn he was a very talented and passionate basketball player. A passion that would transfer into his career as one of the best high school coaches in the Atlanta area. 

Attorney Jaffe Silcott knew she was destined for great things as a child. She talks about growing up in Alabama in an athletic family, finding her true calling while in college, and how her sports career molded her for giving back to the community through activism. 

Another member of the Black Sheep comedy tour stops by the podcast to talk about his start in comedy, his days as a ball boy for the Buffalo Bills as well as being a part of a high school team that won a few state championships. 

We finish the conversation with Brandon George. He tells us about how his frat brothers helped but also hindered his transition to LA, the difficulties he faced living in Los Angeles, his first time on stage and how he knew that was the place he needed to be. 

An O.G member of the Black Sheep Comedy tour Brandon George stops thru to talk about his football days where he played along future NFL ballers, his college football experience and how a childhood dream led him to living in LA and pursuing stand up comedy.

Long before college athletes were able to earn a dollar off their names and likeness Steve was in the trenches making things happen on their behalf. Steve stopped by the podcast to talk about his journey in sports, his passion for helping young athletes become successful off the field, and his start in stand up comedy. 

Coach Kyle Jones stops by to talk about his start in track in field, competing against an Olympic Gold Medalist, being misunderstood as a teammate in college, and his faith.

Comedian Nick Murphy stops by to talk about his basketball playing days, coming up short time after time in the state playoffs, his teammates that went pro, and the lessons his dad instilled in him along the way. Catch him out in the streets of Atlanta behind the mic.

A veteran in Georgia wrestling rings Dominic Stuckey comes bye and let's us in on the importance of narrative in wrestling, dealing with difficult people, and his future plans in the ring! You'll see him at the big show soon!

Long before running one of the most successful comedy shows in Atlanta (The All Black Comedy Show) Anthony Shackelford aka Shack DD was giving running backs and wide receivers nightmares on the gridiron. Originally from Gainesville, FL Shack DD talks about football life at Howard University, his "why" for playing football and how he leads his pulpit online. 

First time I saw Calvin Arnold in his uniform made me realize how lucky I was to be a track runner.  A menace on the field, but a calm quiet off. Calvin Arnold stops by to talk about his days growing up in Columbus GA, the special "condition" of the best QB he faced in high school, his playing days at Grambling State  and how his menacing presence assists him today in teaching the youth!

His friends call him Skee. One of the humblest people we know, Shafeeq Moore sits down with us to talk about leaving the mean streets of Philly as a kid, his career in basketball, & his time hanging with Plug as two young bucks. Also, he can fly.  

Having the last name "Jordan" comes with a level of pressure...even if you're not related to your airness. In this case our guest had the pressure of playing varsity as a freshman followed by trying to stop a future hall of fame quarterback in a college championship game. 

One of the fastest rising comedians in the country Storhm Artiste stops by to talk about being raised in a prestigious sports family, her miserable playing days at the D1 level and how she learned a valuable lesson playing overseas. 

The fastest hands in Tennessee, Torrez Finney stops by the podcast to talk about how overcoming a football injury and his love for Wrestling pushed him into becoming one of the most dangerous MMA fighters on the circuit today.  

One of Plug's best friends and former teammates stops by to share his experiences growing up in New Orleans before moving to Atlanta where he became one of the top track athletes in Georgia leading him to a full scholarship to Morehouse despite his "foot" issues. 

Comedian Landon Lackey is always smiling with his big ass head, but when it comes to competition, he's all business. He stops by to talk about his upbringing in Monroe, Georgia, the pressures of being a coach's kid, and the downside of playing basketball at an elite level. 

Honor roll student Jacob Staton portrays the life of a regular teenager except for one thing… he’s one of the top high school football players in Connecticut. Fresh off his first State Championship and approaching graduation Jacob talks about his successes and plans for the next phase of his bright future!

Dive back into the life of Fred Chapman Jr as he speaks on his "fortunate", but costly transition out of the streets, the ups and downs of being a referee. He leaves us with some life advice about men's health!

Plug's dad stops by to talk about his humble beginnings in South Ga, a short but promising career in MLB and how he went from being a high-level drug distributor to an NFL ref!

Former Jacksonville Jaguar Offensive Lineman stops by to talk about his humbling journey to the NFL, the tragic events that altered his life, and how he was able to find light in the darkness. 

One of the best point guards to come out of College Park, GA talks about his life in basketball. The joys and pains of having kids that play sports and offer life advice for those afraid to "take charge".

You couldn't play women's basketball in Atlanta in the 90's and not hear the name Fallon Stokes. She joins us to talk about her career at GA Tech, her humble upbringing and how that has helped her excel as an sportscaster/attorney.

On this episode we have former GA Tech football player Lynn "LJ" Griffin Jr as he talks about his college career, the importance of making intelligent decisions and how he became a social media fitness sensation! Don't forget he played defense bro!

On this inaugural episode, we dive into the mind of former Miami Dolphin linebacker Channing Crowder as he shares some hilarious stories from his playing days as well as why he doesn't take disrespect from anyone!!