BE A BALLER -"Building a lifelong legacy"

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Join us as we welcome John Parms, the visionary founder and managing officer of Parms & Company, who takes us on a captivating journey through his 40-year business legacy. Growing up as the youngest of eight children in Akron, Ohio, John shares how the unwavering support of his family and community laid the foundation...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Bishop Dr. Daryl Sanders shares his transformative journey from growing up in Columbus, Ohio, to becoming a beacon of leadership in both education and ministry. Dr. Sanders reveals how witnessing the success of Black-owned businesses and the support of inspiring educators instilled in him the values of leadership and pers...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dee Anders the remarkable CEO and Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio. Discover how her upbringing in Columbus, Ohio, and pivotal experiences at Brookhaven High School, such as engaging in gymnastics and cheerleading, were instrumental in shaping...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Ohio University, Cierra Johnson of NBC 4 in Columbus, Ohio offers a candid glimpse into both her professional and personal journey. A Her story is one of passion, perseverance, and a deep-rooted connection to family and faith, all of which have shaped her impressive career over the years. Join us as we explore this enligh...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Discover how Bexley Police Chief Gary Lewis, the first African-American police chief in Bexley, Ohio, transitioned from his initial passion for art to a career in law enforcement, driven by familial ties and inspiring mentors like his detective uncle and Captain Gilbert Jones. Through  personal stories, Chief Lewis opens...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Dr. Frederic Bertley, the charismatic CEO of the Center of Science and Industry, takes us on a captivating journey from his adventurous childhood mishap with a video game and a lamp cord to leading one of the most respected science centers in the U.S. We explore how these early sparks of curiosity ignited his passion for...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Ever wondered how faith and determination can shape a legacy? Meet our inspiring guest, Henry Golatt, an HBCU graduate and passionate small business development advocate, who joins Coach Tim Brown on the Be A Baller podcast. Raised in a faith-centered Southern community as the youngest boy of 13 siblings, Henry shares his...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. On Be a Baller Podcast, Baller's Edge Live Event,  Ms. Alethea Gaddis and Mr. Corey Smith,  share their remarkable journeys and the profound influence education has had on their lives. Ms. Gaddis talks about her parents’ unwavering dedication despite limited opportunities, revealing how their commitment enabled her a...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Join us on Be A Baller podcast Live Event Baller's Edge as we hear from Kenny and Chris Crump entrepreneurial powerhouses who passionately discuss the role of mentorship in building a lifelong legacy. They share their inspiring journeys of  successes in the beauty and fitness industries serves as powerful examples of...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. As we begin Season 4 Be a Baller Podcast, join me as I welcome Dr. Roderick McDavis to the show. Dr. McDavis was the first African-American President of Ohio University and the 20th president of Ohio University. Dr. McDavis shares his extraordinary journey from a young boy in Dayton, Ohio, to a distinguished leader in hig...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Wont-Be-Tenth-Anniversary/dp/B0CTK27V9G We celebrate Fatherhood Month with a heartfelt episode featuring Kenny Crump Sr. and Kenny Crump Jr. In this special conversation, we explore the wisdom passed down from Kenny Sr.,  teaching his children the values of hard work and resourcefulness. Hear h...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Wont-Be-Tenth-Anniversary/dp/B0CTK27V9G Join Coach Tim Brown, on this Special Fathers edition of Be A Baller Podcast as I,  sit down with Tim Kraynak, the principal of Worthington  Christian High School, to uncover the essence of standing out. Tim opens up about his deep-rooted values, instille...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. HBCU graduate Dr. Canise Bean, whose inspiring story is not just about thriving in the world of health sciences, but also about the profound impact of family ties and formative educational experiences. In the heart of our discussion, Dr. Bean shares the pivotal moments that led her to the doors of Ohio State University Co...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Coach Morris McCoskey, or as most know him, Coach Mo has walked alongside athletes for over twenty years with Athletes in Action, shares his  perspective on the impact of viewing the athletes he ministers to  as not only sportspeople but as beings of infinite worth in God's eyes. Coach Mo, discusses  his inspiring  f...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Indiana Mad Ants star and G-League Rookie of the Year Oscar Tshiebwe joins the BAB Podcast to share his incredible story of the Goodness of Gods plan for your life..  We dive into Oscar's inspiring story, from his upbringing in the Democratic Republic of Congo to his rise in the NBA G League. Along the way, he shares...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Support Winbush Enterprise https://www.winbushenterprise.com/ Ohio University  graduate Greg Winbush discusses his incredible journey from a standout basketball player to a Clemency Pardon Consultant, an evolution that is both humbling and inspiring. Greg founded Winbush Enterprises and the significant strides made throug...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. East Cleveland Shaw HS classmate and friend  the inspirational Reverend Dr. Terrence Jones, joins me on the show as he reflects on his 50 years of service  to the AME Zion Church. Our conversation takes us through the unwavering support of a mother's love to the influence of towering community figures, painting a viv...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Lamar King's life has been a journey of resilience and empowerment. As a former Linden  McKinley basketball player and current Toastmasters sergeant at arms, Lamar joined us to share his tale of transformation and the power of public speaking. His open heart recounts the trials of growing up in foster care and how th...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Luke Fedlam, a mentor and guide for athletes in the new era of Name Image and Likeness(NIL) and a pillar of service in the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity joins me on Be a Baller Podcast.  His story is a testament to the support of early influences, from a childhood longing for a briefcase to the immeasurable love of adoptive...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Dr. Kimberly Holmes, a proud HBCU Tuskegee University alumna and beacon of inspiration in the educational realm, shares her story of triumph, faith, and the pursuit of shaping a formidable legacy. We unravel her journey from the spiritual and musical roots in Alabama to the corridors of HBCUs, where she now steers young m...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. When I flipped my first burger at McDonald's, little did I know it was the first step toward a journey of legacy building that I'd one day share with the world.  Nate Baker of SAP Restaurant Group, and I unwrap the layers of a life dedicated to crafting a legacy that stands on the pillars of character and commun...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. My good friend Al Edmondson, a  community servant leader and proud inductee into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame, joins me to narrate his remarkable path of service within Columbus's King Lincoln District. His stories of transformation from a humble start to a community figurehead are not just inspiring but a testamen...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support.  Dr. Mike Hayes Head of School at Worthington Christian Schools joins us to share how those foundational principles from Sidney, Ohio, infused his life's work, emphasizing 'team' over 'me' and the transformative power of sports and mentorship. The power of faith and hymns like "Great is Thy F...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. Imagine growing up in a place where football reigns supreme, but you find your passion lies with the squeak of sneakers on hardwood. That’s exactly where Ronnie Stokes, OSU basketball icon, begins his tale—a journey from the courts of Canton, Ohio, to the echoing cheers of fans in the broadcasting booth. Our enthralling c...

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. As we celebrate Black History Month  in this BAB Podcast episode we celebrate Jordan Miller, Chairman and CEO Adelphi Bank Ohio's only Black owned Bank.  Jordan Miller who was  CEO of Fifth Third Bank recounts the pivotal moments that carved his path to leadership. From his enlightening years in the Air Force to the...