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No Free Lunch with Ndamukong Suh

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No Free Lunch is your unexpected guide to business and finance hosted by one of the world’s true double threats: NFL legend and entrepreneur Ndamukong Suh. Suh will explore how the most successful people in sports are building long term wealth, and what we can learn from their experiences. In every episode, Ndamukong will talk with athletes, experts, business leaders, and recurring contributors about their personal journeys to success, and explore the latest business ideas and trends — all filtered through the world of sports. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday, wherever you get your...

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The Hidden Costs of NFL Rookie Contracts w/ Vita Vea 10.07.2025 33:04

Ndamukong talks with his former teammate and current Tampa Bay Buccaneer Vita Vea. They discuss what goes into rookie contracts - specifically the cost of being a young player in the NFL. From fines and rookie dinners to helping family and offseason training— players can have a lot of expenses. Ndamukong and Vita also discuss the importance of building the right financial team to help with budgeti...

How the Jordan Brand grew into a $7 billion business 08.07.2025 47:32

40 years ago, Jordan Brand started with a signature basketball shoe: it’s now the second largest sneaker company in the world. As company president, Larry Miller led its massive growth - he says the key was tapping into both culture and community. . Host: Ndamukong Suh Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia Producer: Danny Sellers Editor: David Caputo Instagram: @nofreelunchshow Tik T...

How athletes reduce their taxes 03.07.2025 31:53

Karlton Dennis is the tax expert trusted by some of your favorite athletes. He shares some of the ways athletes and entrepreneurs can reduce their tax burden while growing their businesses. Host: Ndamukong Suh Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia Producer: Danny Sellers Editor: David Caputo Instagram: @nofreelunchshow Tik Tok:@nofreelunchshow https://www.youtube.com/@NoFreeLunchWithSuh —------- T....

How Candace Parker unlocked her post-WNBA career 01.07.2025 28:35

WNBA Legend Candace Parker talks with host Ndamukong Suh about how her upbringing helped her build a Hall of Fame career on the court, and how she’s figured out what success looks like afterwards-both for her and for other WNBA players just starting out. Host: Ndamukong Suh Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia Producer: Danny Sellers Editor: David CaputoInstagram: @nofreelunchshow Tik Tok:@nofreel...

Welcome to No Free Lunch with Ndamukong Suh! 24.06.2025 0:51

Welcome to No Free Lunch, where we talk to athletes and experts about how the most successful people in sports manage their money and grow their wealth. NFL legend and entrepreneur Ndamukong Suh sits down with the sharpest minds across the world of sports, investing, and entrepreneurship to discuss their personal success journeys and explore the latest business and finance ideas.  No Free Lun...