Ball Talk w/ Boyd

Most football careers are built long before the first snap — and Bryan Filker's journey proves it. From working at McDonald's at 4 a.m. to becoming an integral part of SMU’s recruiting operations as the Director of Recruiting Operations, his story is anything but traditional. He shares the behind-the-scenes of crafting a career in sports when the path isn’t straightforward, revealing the grit, net...

Most companies get caught in the trap of scaling too fast and losing their core identity — but Kash Shaikh reveals how to grow your brand without sacrificing authenticity or purpose. From leading global marketing at Procter & Gamble, to transforming GoPro into a billion-dollar brand, and being a founder of 2 major sports entities, Kash shares the insider strategies that turn every challenge in...

Most people only see the highlights of a game day or think working in sports means being a coach or athlete. But what if the real game is behind the scenes? In this episode, Nishant shares how he transitioned from high school football stats tracker in Texas to a key player in NFL training camps and game-day operations—without ever stepping on the field as a player. His journey reveals the hidden p...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Killeen Mullen, a dynamic leader in the sports industry with experience in professional hockey, NASCAR, the NBA, and the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. She currently serves as the associate vice president of global events for the NBA. If you're aiming for a career in sports, this episode is your ticket to success. Killeen shares her journey from teach...

Join me as we team up with former NCAA offensive lineman Jalen Cox to dive into the upcoming NFL draft. Together, we'll explore our favorite prospects, discuss players we might be lower on, and delve into the mindset of NFL teams during the drafting process. Whether you're curious about the strategic decisions behind draft picks or eager to learn about the next big stars, this episode offers a uni...

Most aspiring sports professionals overlook one of the most powerful tools for breaking into the industry: relationships. Brandon Leung’s journey from UC student to NFL intern to Analyst with UC shows how authenticity, initiative, and networking open doors that applications alone can’t — and why understanding the behind-the-scenes work in football can turn a passion into a career. In this episode,...