Off The Leash Podcast

Caden Pierce made the decision of a lifetime this year. Today's guest is Caden Pierce, a former Princeton basketball player & Purdue commit. Caden was Ivy League Player of the Year during the 2023-24 season. Before his senior year, Caden made an announcement that he was sitting out the season to retain his basketball eligibility while finishing his Princeton degree. He was a highly sought afte...

In this episode, we sit down with Yale linebacker Inumidun Ayo-Durojaiye as he prepares for the NFL Draft and shares what it’s really like navigating football at the Ivy League level. From balancing one of the most demanding academic environments in the world to competing at a high level on the field, Inumidun breaks down the unique reality of being a Yale football player. We dive into his journey...

Mason "Mase" Shipp, Kelvin "Kelv" Smith, and Ejiro "E" Egodogbare break down E's unhealthy eye rolling habit. Mase & Kelv give their feedback and E teaches them how to add the useful tool to their toolkit. The trio finish the night with 21 Questions. Subscribe to OTL at Night so you never miss another drop!

Mason Shipp, Kelvin Smith, and Ejiro Egodogbare react to the Ivy League Hoopers making noise in the basketball world. Ejiro doesn't like Harvard. Mase says he's like that on the court and would beat the whole Yale Football Team. Kelv & E discuss Mason's "upper hand" in the training room, earning him the title "Master Massager." Subscribe to OTL at Night so you don't miss any new drops!

NEW EPISODE of OTL at Night! Kelvin gives Mason and Ejiro random hypotheticals that turn into a way too deep conversation about the purpose of life, risk-aversion, and pursuing your dreams. It ain't deep until it is... Thank you for listening!

Today’s guest is John Hollway, a Professor at Penn Carey Law School and a Positive Psychology Expert. When we are in college or early into our 20s, many of us struggle with our identity. We’ve spent our entire lives “LinkedIn chasing,” trying to accumulate the best titles, jobs, and accolades. At some point, we all have a realization that we are living an unfulfilling life because we’ve been chasi...

What really happens inside Yale's secret societies? In this episode of OTL at Night, Mason, Ejiro, and Kelvin break down the truth about Yale secret societies, including the tap process, the "scramble," the infamous Skull and Bones, and more. If you've ever wondered: What is a secret society? How do I get into a secret society as a Yale student? How does the tap process work? Are societies actuall...

OTL at Night is BACK! Ejiro, Mason, and Kelvin sit down to catch-up on what they've been up to over the past week. As always, this does not go to plan. Instead, they discuss Ivy League basketball, Kelvin being in Skull and Bones, who would win in a boxing match between Mason and Kelvin, and how our dear friend Bennie played a pivotal role in Ejiro's development as a man. An episode you don't want...

The most unbelievable season in college football you’ve never heard of... Before this year, Nico Brown was a name almost nobody in the sport knew. Then, in his senior season at Yale, he became the highest graded wide receiver in the country according to PFF, went for 1,085 yards, earned All-American honors, won an Ivy League championship, and became one of the most sought-after players in the tran...

Could the world actually run on clean energy? Or is that just a nice idea? In this episode of the Off the Leash Podcast, we sit down with atmospheric scientist Scott Denning (visiting professor at Yale) to break down what carbon is really doing to our planet, and what's truly standing in the way of a renewable energy future. Scott has spent his career tracking CO2 from fossil fuels across the glob...

Is College Football in 2026 "The American Dream?" Ejiro breaks down his first day as a Houston Cougar and tells us about his life at his new college. We hope you enjoy today's episode. Follow for more!

This episode in one word? Ejiro Mason and Kelvin are joined tonight by Ejiro Egodogbare. Ejiro recently committed to the University of Houston to play football after graduating from Yale. The three of them discuss... Their new chapters after recently graduating in December Their SAT scores & high school GPAs Kelvin's two houses Legacy admissions in the Ivy League Are Ivy League athletes deserv...

Episode 1 of our new series, "OTL at Night" OTL at Night is dedicated to random conversations between OTL co-hosts Mason and Kelvin. They discuss pertinent topics and bring on special guests for lively discussions. Tonight, they discuss the new chapter they are each beginning after graduating from Yale in December. They talk about Mason's recent move to Tennessee, and Kelvin shares what's on tap f...

Richard Kent is a sports lawyer, NIL professor, and college basketball writer. Richard is a Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of Rutgers College. He attended Boston College Law School. After law school, Richard was a matrimonial litigator before transitioning to a career dedicated to sports law, teaching, and Name, Image, and Likeness. Richard has a special interest in Ivy League sports, sp...

How corrupt are global sports — and how did Qatar host the World Cup? Today, I sit down with Josh Fine, an award-winning investigative journalist whose work spans CBS News’ 60 Minutes and HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel. We dive into Josh’s report on Qatar’s rise in world sports, including: Buying votes to secure the 2022 FIFA World Cup Purchasing athletes from other countries to compete for...

Yale football player Garon Kemp opens up about his freshman-year struggles, losing his love for football, and how finding faith changed his perspective on life, football, and success. Garon is a football player at Yale University and co-founder of Lucky Son Co. He is interested in nutrition and supplementation to achieve maximum athletic performance. In this episode of Off The Leash, we explore th...

What’s life at Yale really like from the perspective of two fifth-year seniors? And what the heck is the phone call barrier — or even worse... the FaceTime barrier? In today's episode, Mason & Kelvin discuss what it's like to be back at Yale for their final semester. They reflect on last weekend's game and discuss one of the most important factors of success on and off the field — confidence....

In today's episode, we sit down with Harvard WBB Coach Carrie Moore for a discussion about Ivy League Hoops, her transition from star player to coach, building a winning culture, and the value of creating good relationships.  If you enjoy today's episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss another episode. Huge shoutout to our sponsor for today's episode: Skinletics

In today's episode, Mason & Kelvin sit down to discuss Mason's recent injury. They discuss the sudden nature of injuries, and how quickly they change your perspective and outlook on life. Their conversation transitions into post-injury showers and all of the other inconveniences an injury may bring. They finish with two topics that everyone loves -- Dude Wipes and LeBron James. Follow us on IG...

Justin Kan, co-founder of Twitch, opens up about the journey of building and selling Twitch to Amazon for nearly $1B, and why money didn’t bring him happiness. In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, Justin shares: Early days at Yale & selling first company on eBay The explosive growth of Twitch Why the billion-dollar sale felt unfulfilling The dangers of chasing external validation The mind...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Mason Tipton — Yale graduate & New Orleans Saints wide receiver. From growing up in Akron to chasing NFL dreams, Mason shares the family influences, recruitment battles, and mindset that fueled his rise. He opens up about his extra year at Yale, intense draft prep, and the leap from college to the pros. We talk 40 yard dash, the grind of the league, overcom...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Yale Baseball’s freshman phenom, Jack Ohman — the nation’s ERA leader and one of the most dominant pitchers in college baseball. Jack takes us through his recruiting journey, from being an under-the-radar late bloomer to landing at Yale. He shares how growing up around professional baseball — with his dad playing in the MLB — shaped his mindset and work ethic....

In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, co-host Kelvin Smith dives into the 5 lessons he learned during his time at Yale University. He shares insight into what taught him these lessons, and how the school has changed him for the better. 1. Know Your Worth 2. Networking / Relationship Building 3. Critical Thinking 4. Your Friends Have to be as Driven as you are. 5. You Gotta Be Weird We hope tod...

In today's episode, co-host Mason Shipp reflects on the 5 biggest lessons Yale University taught him over the last 4 years. Yale is a transformative place for many, and Mason spends time recounting some of these moments that transformed him as a person. 1. Never Eat Alone 2. You Can Only Do 2 Things At A High Level 3. Reach Out For Help 4. Don't Be Afraid To Be Different 5. Look Up We hope today's...

In Episode 9 of Off The Leash Podcast, we sit down with actress and Ivy Leaguer Sophia Mitri Schloss. Sophia is a recent graduate of Yale University and actress who starred in Sadie (2018 film), Lane 1974 (2017 Film) and Disney+ Series Big Shot where she played the role as John Stamos's daughter. Sophia discusses how she fell in love with acting despite growing up not watching television. We then...