Coach Rodo's Winning Regardless

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo takes on a subject close to his heart: the evolution of youth sports. He makes a compelling case for the traditional neighborhood-based sports of his youth, contrasting them with today's specialized, money-driven travel teams. Rodo argues that while modern athletics can offer opportunities, they often strip away the most cruci...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo tackles a subject that is often unspoken, particularly in the Black community: the importance of fathers telling their sons that they love them. Rodo shares his own powerful story of growing up without hearing those words from his father and the emotional void that created. He speaks candidly about how...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo tackles a topic that's often overlooked: financial literacy for kids. Drawing from his own candid story of struggling with a "horrible" credit score, he reveals the powerful secret his wife taught him that changed the financial future for his sons. This isn't your typical financial advice. Rodo lays...

Send us Fan Mail In this candid and powerful episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo tells the remarkable story of his own entrepreneurial journey. He opens up about his struggles after leaving the Marine Corps, his battle with finding a purpose, and how a conversation on a basketball court became the improbable beginning of his company, Aldevra. This is a masterclass in modern entrepreneurship,...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo sits down with the CEO of the Kalamazoo Promise Scholarship, Von Washington, Jr.  for a remarkable conversation between two men who have a shared history of competition and a joint passion for community. This is much more than a talk about a scholarship; it's a deep dive into philanthropy, purpose, and personal growth...

Send us Fan Mail In this provocative episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo tackles a controversial topic: the necessity of a college degree for a successful life. He opens by challenging the traditional "no degrees, no cheese" mentality, arguing that society has set young people up for failure by pushing them all towards a four-year university education. This episode is a candid look...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo makes a compelling case for giving young people a chance. He opens with a touching story about a young man who was given a chance to play basketball at the local YMCA, a small act that had a massive impact on the young man's life. Using that personal anecdote as a guiding principle, Coach Rodo reveals his unconvention...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Winning Regardless, Coach Rodo offers a powerful, no-filter look at military service, busting myths and revealing how it can be a life-changing path for young people. This isn't your average veteran story—it's a raw and honest conversation about brotherhood, discipline, and finding your purpose. Coach Rodo shares hilarious and emotional "sea stori...

Send us Fan Mail In this impactful episode of Coach Rodo's Winning Regardless, host Rodney Marshall dives into a topic close to his heart: teaching how to win. He makes it clear this isn't a universal formula, but a candid sharing of his own principles for achieving success and finding a "win" in every situation, regardless of the outcome. Coach Rodo redefines winning beyond th...

Send us Fan Mail Coach Rodo shares his own journey, from being a young man who was told he was a failure to a Marine veteran and successful business owner. He explains how his experiences, including military training, helped him build an unbreakable sense of self-worth. This isn't just about winning; it's about the mindset of "winning regardless"—even when things don't go...

Send us Fan Mail In this straight-talking episode of "Coach Rodo's Winning Regardless," host Rodney Marshall tackles one of the most contentious topics in youth sports and life: playing time. Coach Rodo dives deep into what it truly means to earn your spot, challenging the common entitlement mindset that plagues sports today. He argues that playing time isn't a given—it's...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, Coach Rodo sits down with Ryan Norman, a marketing intern at Aldevra, for the podcast's very first guest interview. Ryan, a junior at Michigan State University, shares her remarkable journey from being a high-achieving high school student to navigating the complexities of college life. Ryan opens up about the struggles she faced with time management...

Send us Fan Mail Join Coach Rodo as he shares the raw, powerful story behind his "Winning Regardless" philosophy. In this episode, Rodney Marshall takes us back to his childhood in Lansing, Michigan, and the life changing lessons he learned from his first baseball coach, Leon Kane. This isn't just about sports—it's about the deep human journey of finding victory not in the scor...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of the "Winning Regardless" podcast, Coach Rodo sits down with his good friend and Air Force veteran, Stephan (Troy) Carter. They dive deep into Troy's 22-year military career, exploring how his service shaped him and led to a profound understanding of discipline, respect, and responsibility. Stephan shares a candid look at the challenges he...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another edition of Coach Rodo's Winning Regardless podcast. In this deeply personal episode, Rodo explores the concept of "sending the elevator back down." Inspired by legends like Charles Barkley and rooted in a life dedicated to service, Rodo shares his philosophy on mentorship and community. He reveals what this powerful phrase truly means to him: lift...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Coach Rodo's Winning Regardless podcast. In this powerful discussion, Coach Rodo tackles a controversial topic head-on: the "trophies for everyone" culture. Drawing from his experiences as a Marine veteran, a coach, and a parent, Rodo argues that rewarding participation over competition can have long-term consequences. He shares a...