Counted Me Out Episode 1 "Two Former College Athletes Trying To Figure It Out"

Former Georgia Tech quarterback Reggie Ball joins the Counted Me Out Podcast to share the story that most fans have never heard. Before becoming one of the most recognizable quarterbacks in Georgia Tech history, baseball was actually his first love. Reggie opens up about being recruited by the Pittsburgh Pirates out of high school, how football unexpectedly became his path, and the relentless trai...

From viral basketball sensation to respected skill development trainer, Ryan Harrow joins the Counted Me Out Podcast to share the journey behind the highlights. Known as "Mr. HoopMixtape" for having one of the most talked-about basketball mixtapes in the country, Ryan reflects on growing up undersized, overcoming doubt, and eventually experiencing the growth spurt that changed everything. He opens...

From Farm Life to the WNBA: Miah Spencer's Story of Basketball, Loss & Purpose | Counted Me Out Podcast In this powerful episode of the Counted Me Out Podcast , we sit down with former NC State standout and professional basketball player Miah Spencer as she shares her incredible journey through sports, adversity, and life after basketball. Miah takes us back to her childhood growing up on a fa...

Former OTE standout and professional basketball player TJ Clark joins The Counted Me Out Podcast to share his basketball journey, lessons learned, and what’s next in his career. Born and raised in Covington, TJ opens up about playing alongside NBA star Stephon Castle during high school, competing on the national stage with Overtime Elite, and navigating the pressure, expectations, and business sid...

On this episode of the Counted Me Out Podcast , we sit down with former NBA player and Georgia legend Al-Farouq Aminu to break down the real story behind his rise from high school phenom to the league. Known as “Mr. Georgia Basketball,” Al-Farouq takes us back to the early days—when iron sharpened iron. Competing against elite talent like Howard Thompkins and Lou Williams didn’t intimidate him—it...

In this episode of The Counted Me Out Podcast, we sit down with Courtside Les from the 'Talk Les' show and she shares her powerful and unfiltered story of growing up as a Russian immigrant and navigating life as an outsider in America. From not relating to White American privilege to embracing her own identity, Les opens up about what it really felt like to be misunderstood, judged, and counted ou...

#countedmeoutpodcast #toprankboxing #MikeSeals #atlantapodcast What happens when the internet labels you one way… but your real story is something completely different? We sit down with professional boxer and viral content creator Mike Seals, also known as “Cannonhandz.” While many people first discovered him through his viral social media content, what they didn’t realize is that he’s been puttin...

Video producer and Founder of HBUC (Historical Black University of Creatives), Travis Cochran, stops by to discuss the future of HBUC and his mission to create a real community for creatives. He also shares the exciting news of reopening his Atlanta space and expanding with new production hubs in cities across the country. Other topics include: Toxic women Georgia high school/college basketball Fa...

The Counted Me Out Podcast crew sits down & hash out their different opinions about exposing ESPN commentators, gene rejuvenation, college experiences at a PWI (predominately white institution) vs. HBCU and how Tik Tok is revolutionizing music promotion. Other discussed topics: The death of Homicide Willams, University Of Florida football, social media impact on younger generation and horrible...

Imagine growing up as the son and nephew of dominant, reputable and legendary basketball players. It can be a lot of pressure for one person. Damien Wilkins, the former NBA player is continuing to build his very own legacy. As the GM/Head of Basketball of Overtime Elite (OTE), a basketball league for 16-20 year olds that are looking to become professional athletes. Damien shares how his transition...

Every story has a good, a bad, and an ugly. NBA and Atlanta legend Josh Smith joins the show and shares his journey from high school to his post professional career. He gives us the rundown of how front office politics are arranged to why he made the move out of Atlanta. Though, he's not able to showcase his raw talent on the court but his love for the game has transitioned to the sidelines as a c...

Kyle Sturdivant, senior guard at Georgia Tech joins the show to share his story traveling across the US and attending USC as a freshmen, the life making decision to come back home to compete in front of his family and friends and his initial reaction when he heard his new coach would be former NBA superstar Damon Stoudamire. #Collegesports #Collegeathletes #sportpolitics #GaTechbasketball #UNCBask...

"Don't group me in the Christian Rap or Gospel Rap genre. I'm a mainstream inspirational artist". The Quality Control (QC)/ Capitol Records artist, Emanuel Da Prophet joins the show and speaks on how his past life experiences helped him rap about the gospel and encourage others through his motivational lyrics. The Jackson, Michigan native shares how getting artists like Rich The Kid and Lil Yachty...

Co-hosts JQ and Spoon are joined by one of WNBA's most electrifying, skilled and stylish player, Tiffany Hayes. Not only did they get to learn how influential her mother was to her game but she also shared an unexpected announcement that NO ONE saw coming. The now, former Connecticut Suns hooper is retiring from the game but her love for fashion and community outreach will continue to shine throug...

How many female athletes you know that owns a sneaker company? A female football athlete who earned a multi million dollar contract? Santia "Trackbaby" Barnes can say that she has experienced both. And she does this while pursing other business ventures. With over 1.3 million followers across her social media platforms, Santa finds different ways to give back and help individuals find true and int...

The Counted Me Out Podcast is BACK! We open up Season 2 with former WNBA player, entrepreneur, owner of the TY Gear brand, TV personality and sneaker head Tamera (Ty) Young. She rarely shares that her high school jersey hangs up besides the GOAT of all times, Michael Jordan but enjoys helping her community in anyway that she can. Her laid back personality shines through in our sit down interview....

Shari' Nycole, from the "Just A Thought With Shari' Nycole" Podcast has always thrived in her career endeavors whether that's on the basketball court or in media. Shari' tells us that many people don't know that she was a highly recruited high school basketball player that received a full scholarship to play at Wisconsin. But because her college career didn't go as she planned, she had to quickly...

This interview was not your typical interview. We learned a lot about the 2X NBA Champion Josh Powell. He talks about his basketball journey from high school to the pros, why he turned vegan and comfortably explaining why he says we all fail people we love everyday. Get ready to take life notes!

JQ & Spoon are both former college athletes who took different paths to get where they are in life. The two discuss today's NBA culture young players vs OG's, growing up as kids and how they dealt with the transition life after sports.

Brandon "Goody" Goodwin Atlantic Sun Player of The Year and Atlantic Sun Tournament MVP finally tells his side of the story. Brandon explains why he transferred out of UCF to Florida Gulf Coast and how his hard work and relationships with NBA players landed him jobs in the league. Some would believe that Goodwin's professional career has come to an end but Goodwin says that people have it all. Wat...

Known as the disruptor and trendsetter, Jahi Rawlings had a vision that many people didn't believe he would be able to pull off. He shook up Atlanta's sport culture and brought the New York Rucker Park style of basketball to Georgia. After a few trail and runs and being doubted by gatekeepers, Jahi created the now successful competitive sports organization, the AEBL (Atlanta Entertainment Basketba...

Brandon "Goody" Goodwin Atlantic Sun Player of The Year and Atlantic Sun Tournament MVP finally tells his side of the story. Brandon explains why he transferred out of UCF to Florida Gulf Coast and how his hard work and relationships with NBA players landed him jobs in the league. Some would believe that Goodwin's professional career has come to an end but Goodwin says that people have it all wron...

Known as the disruptor and trendsetter , Jahi Rawlings had a vision that many people didn't believe he would be able to pull off. He shook up Atlanta's sport culture and brought the New York Rucker Park style of basketball to Georgia. After a few trail and runs and being doubted by gatekeepers, Jahi created the now successful competitive sports organization, the AEBL (Atlanta Entertainment Basketb...

Grassroots basketball camps, clinics and tournaments seem to come and go but this isn't the case for On The Radar Hoops. Since 2019, Shun Williams, founder of the elite national basketball exposure platform, has found a way to sustain and leverage his skill set and credibility of scouting talent. He talks about the evolution of youth sports competition, integrating shoe sponsored and independent t...

Jakai Newton, 2023 Indiana commit joins the show and explains how he fought through an injury his senior season, feeling like home visiting Indiana and getting into real estate and stocks. High school athletes and parents tune in and learn from other recruits prepare for the next chapter in their story.