Intangible Podcast

From Big Plays to Bigger Purpose: Jordan Babineaux’s Journey Beyond the NFL. Former Seahawks standout Jordan Babineaux joins longtime teammate Chris Spencer for an honest, powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and leadership after football. Known as "Big Play Babs" for his clutch moments on the field, Jordan opens up about his journey from growing up in Port Arthur, Texas,...

We sit down with former Chicago Bears wide receiver Earl Bennett for a real conversation about his journey from Birmingham, Alabama to the SEC, the NFL, and now college athletics leadership. Earl opens up about being raised in the projects, how Vanderbilt University became the perfect fit over Kentucky and Notre Dame, and what it really took to succeed both on the field and in life after football....

We sit with former NFL fullback and media personality Michael Robinson for an unfiltered conversation about purpose, resilience, and the power of community. From growing up in Richmond, Virginia, to winning Big Ten Player of the Year and becoming a Pro Bowler, Mike opens up about the real challenges behind the glory — single-parent upbringing, evolving through adversity, and navigating identity sh...

Branding strategist and mentor Lauren Walsh joins the pod for a powerful conversation on identity, authenticity, and building a purpose-driven career. From her early days as a competitive gymnast on Chicago’s South Side to working with elite athletes and entertainers in the NFL, MLB, and music industry, Lauren shares her personal evolution—how burnout and motherhood led her to redefine success and...

Former NFL Pro Bowl guard Evan Mathis sits with us for a raw and insightful conversation about the journey behind the stats. He talks candidly about the personal battles that came with being a journeyman in the league, his struggles with emotional control and composure early in his career, and how self-awareness and exposure to new ideas changed the way he lived and competed. We also dive into the...

Chip Paucek Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Pro Athlete Community (PAC) delves into the journey of personal and professional growth. We talk about how awareness and foundational knowledge can serve as a springboard for future success, particularly highlighting the invaluable impact of community and collaboration in reaching the next level. We discuss how supportive networks and shared experiences withi...

In this episode of the Intangible Podcast, Chris sits down with former NFL tight end Marcus Pollard! We dive deep into Marcus's incredibly unique journey to the NFL, which wasn't always a straightforward path. Hear the importance of mental toughness, and his incredible ability to handle adversity both on and off the field. It's a reunion between old teammates, filled with locker roo...

NFL linebacker Vince Biegel takes us from cranberry farms in Wisconsin to the big stage of professional football. In this powerful episode, he opens up about family legacy, faith, hard lessons from injury, and the mental grind of life after the game. From being drafted by the Packers to rebuilding purpose in real estate and mentorship, Vince gets real about what it means to chase success—and survi...

From the humble farmlands of Union City, Tennessee, to the high-stakes world of NFL general management. Delve into the strategic mind of Jon Robinson as he pulls back the curtain on the intense world of team building. as he pulls back the curtain on the intense world of team building. From navigating delicate quarterback situations and fostering healthy competition to the crucial, unseen qualities...

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Former NFL quarterback DeShone Kizer shares his journey from the football field to the world of startups. He opens up about the pressures of life in the league, what it felt like to step away, and how that decision led him to launch his own tech company. From his days at Notre Dame to the challenges of finding purpose after football, DeShone talks about identity, mindset, and why he's all-in...

We're sitting down with none other than Ken Rideout, a man who has conquered seemingly disparate worlds. From the intense pressure of Wall Street success to the grip of opioid addiction, Ken's journey is one of dramatic highs and lows. But his story doesn't end there. Tune in to hear how he channeled his resilience and determination to ultimately become a marathon world champion. 👉...

Former NFL linebacker Ryan Fowler joins us to share his journey: from the signs that led him to Duke, to making his mark with the Dallas Cowboys. He also opens up about his decision to step away from football to prioritize his long-term health, and return to Duke for his MBA. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcas...

We're chatting with NFL Pro Bowler and 10-year veteran, Ben Jones! He takes us back to his small town Alabama upbringing, the whirlwind of arriving at the University of Georgia, and his efforts to build a winning culture with the Tennessee Titans. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Po...

Delanie Walker—Pro Bowl MVP and 14-year NFL vet—hops on the pod to chop it up about his wild journey, from getting kicked off his high school team and getting cussed out by Frank Gore, to becoming a Pro Bowl MVP and co-starring on Bussin’ With The Boys . 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible...

Derrick Morgan, a beast on the field for 9 NFL seasons, is on the pod! He tell us how he made it to the big league, what kept him playing at a top level for so long, and his secrets for crushing it mentally and physically. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

This week, we're honored to welcome a true coaching icon, Coach David Cutcliffe! He joins us to share invaluable insights gleaned from his decades at the highest levels of coaching  and reveals the crucial intangibles he seeks in team leaders and the mindset that sets them apart. Coach Cutcliffe also reflects on his time at Ole Miss, including how he was able to win back Chris after he commit...

Caden Prieskorn, former Ole Miss tight end, joins us to discuss his NFL declaration and the unique path through sports that shaped his career. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

We're joined by NFL veteran and co-founder of "Cooked As A Goat," Michael Roos. He shares his journey from growing up in Estonia to his first taste of football, he also dives into the intangible assets that defined his long and successful career with a single NFL franchise. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Inta...

Jordan Matthew of the Carolina Panthers recounts his fist Oklahoma Drills and shares what he has learned from competing in the NFL for over 10 years! 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

We sit down with David Pollack, who opens up about the highs and lows of his football career, the devastating injury that changed everything, and his inspiring path to becoming a respected analyst. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

We welcome Draylen Ellis to the pod to discuss his standout senior seasons, the challenges he faced to get there and what he's doing to prepare for the NFL Draft. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

Super Bowl champ and six-time Pro Bowler Clay Matthews joins the podcast for a candid conversation about his NFL dominance, the inspiration for his legendary sack celebration, and his life off the field. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

Vanderbilt's star quarterback Diego Pavia sits down to discuss his incredible ascent in college football, sharing the mental strategies and unwavering determination that keep him at the forefront of the game. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod

Sports marketing guru Megan Curry joins us to discuss cutting-edge strategies and navigating the ever-changing landscape of NIL.  Hear her insights gained from leadership roles at Adidas and how she's now applying that expertise to her companies. 👉 Follow the Intangible Podcast for more stories of grit, resilience, and peak performance:  Instagram: @Intangible_Podcast YouTube: Intangible Pod