Serendipity With Inky Johnson

Has something in your life ever gone wrong but it ended up going right? It’s likely that there are difficult circumstances that you’ve had that were excruciating in the moment, but as you reflect on it later, you realize that it was one of the best things that occurred. As we head into Season 2 of The Serendipity Podcast, Inky reminds us of the meaning of Serendipity and why he started this podcas...

It is officially the end of Season 1 of The Serendipity Podcast and in this episode, Inky reflects on the last 30 weeks. Many times when we meet people, we think that’s where they’ve always been but that’s never really the case. During this season, Inky introduced us to amazing individuals who overcame obstacles, opposition, and adversity and learned from their life’s experiences to get them to wh...

Inky joins Sinclair Cannon, a father and former collegiate athlete. Sinclair shares candid details about a few serendipity moments in his life that have come together to create the man that he is today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RESPECT IT. EMBRACE IT.

In today's episode, Inky talks to his eighth-grade math teacher and basketball coach, DeMarco Mitchell. DeMarco, who is now a Principal in Atlantic Public Schools, speaks candidly about his journey as an athlete, coach, and educator and how he uses those experiences to speak life into today's youth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RES...

Do you take time to reflect on yourself, your relationships, your decisions, and your life in general? In today's episode, Inky sits down with Tory Dandy. Tory is the co-head and managing partner at CAA Sports Football Division. When he sits back and thinks about how he got to where he is today, it is the power of self-reflection, making good decisions, and mentorship that propelled him to be...

"In life, there will be some failures. Everything will not start out right."Today's guest is Coach Flo, Auburn University's Women's Basketball Head Coach. She shares her remarkable story of how she transitioned from athlete to coach, even though she had no intentions of ever coaching. Throughout her journey, she encountered challenges and difficulties but they were all nec...

Do you believe that you can live out your goals, dreams, and aspirations in life in spite of the twists and turns life takes? This week, Inky is joined by the individual that was the inspiration for the Serendipity podcast. Ramon Foster is a former football guard who played 11 seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is also a close friend of Inky's who knows and understands that serendipity i...

Today's guest grew up hearing his father say, "Tough times don't test your character, they reveal your character."Inky is in the studio with Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Scott Barbour who shares his life journey that includes changing gears after he recognized that his dreams of being a professional softball player were not going to be realized. Through this candid dialogue, you will...

In this episode, Inky is joined by Robert Ayers, a former American football defensive end that played 10 years in the NFL with the Denver Broncos, New York Giants, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Listen as Inky takes you through the ups and downs in his life and how every experience made him into the man that he is today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TR...

“Your struggle is your strength. If you can resist becoming negative, bitter, or hopeless, in time, your struggle will give you everything.”These are the words of Author, Authentic Servant Leader, Charismatic Transformational Executive, Life Coach, Motivational Speaker and Philanthropist Anthony Tuggle. In this episode, Anthony shares his captivating life journey, inclusive of unexpected kidney fa...

In today's episode, Inky converses with Aaron Walters as he shares his journey from being a boy just trying to make some money to be the husband, father, and CEO that he is today. As serendipity would have it, Aaron started off his career journey from the stockroom and literally worked his way to the boardroom, and he did so having a focus on people and their needs. Listen to find out more ab...

“Every single person is deserving of dignity no matter how damaged or disrupted the shell that carries it.” Terrence Lester believes that we should not look at the outer appearance of a person to define their worth. In addition to being a husband, father, and activist, Terrence is also the founder of Love Beyond Walls, a foundation based in Atlanta. Started by Terrence in response to systemic pove...

Duke University Assistant Head Football Coach Trooper Taylor joins Inky on this episode to talk to us about how setbacks in life eventually lead to the best comebacks. A believer, he trusts in the Biblical promise that, “All things work together for good for those who love the Lord.“ Many times you have to go through it to get to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices T...

In this episode, Inky talks to Lewis Caralla, the head strength and conditioning coach at Georgia Tech University. In his capacity, his focus is not just about the physical strength and conditioning of the football players. At the core of physical strength and conditioning is a mental commitment to the process. As Lewis Caralla says, “Hard work pays off, but no one tells you when. Can you maintain...

“If you were to look at your life in the mirror and see your hopes, dreams, and what you want to become, would you say that those hopes and dreams are still what you want?” Those are the words of today’s guest, Duke Preston. Duke is a newly engaged father, former NFL player, a Seminary graduate, and Director of Player Engagement for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are the 2021 Super Bowl champions!...

This week, Inky talks to former linebacker and American Football inside linebacker coach for the New England Patriots, Jerod Mayo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RESPECT IT. EMBRACE IT.

This week’s guest is Liberty University football coach Hugh Freeze. In addition to being a phenomenal coach, Hugh is an amazing motivator and example of how to succeed in life and pushing despite any of the “D’s” life; death, disease, or disappointment. How we deal with these moments really determine how we will finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TR...

In today’s episode, Inky sits down with Bobby Wagner who is known as an American football linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League. You don't want to miss Bobby talk about the mindsets and actions that have led him to his current success and will lead him into future success both on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices TH...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RESPECT IT. EMBRACE IT.

Every human wants to know that they are loved, cared for, and served. When Ed Mylett realized this after working with orphaned children, his life was changed forever. In this episode, Inky meets with the Author, Speaker, and Business Mogul about how fulfilling our lives can be when we see beyond ourselves to the needs of and connection with other people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

For our tenth episode we are excited for today’s show with serial entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and owner of the Atlanta Hawk’s Jesse Itzler. Be prepared to gain some tangible tips and strategies for daily success, goal setting, and execution with one of the most successful men on the planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RESPECT IT....

“The simplest thing you can do to bring your goal to a physical state is to write it down.” You may know Eric Berry as the talented Former NFL safety, but what you may not know about Eric Berry is that his love of football is just one of the things that he got from his father. Eric’s dad taught him the value of using writing to write his goals and visualize them. These valuable truths helped him t...

Today’s guest, Jalen Ramsey, is known for being a talented, outspoken, and competitive NFL cornerback for the LA Rams. What he may not be as well known for is being an amazing “Girl Dad,” his deep faith in God, and his commitment to continual achievement and excellence in every aspect of his life. Jalen attributes his success to the thoughts that he chooses to dwell on. He chooses to think positiv...

“Adversity is a part of who I am. It’s a way of life for me.” In today’s episode, Inky talks to an incredible husband, father, and professional athlete who is known to defy the odds, Isaiah Thomas. From being the last pick of the draft to becoming an NBA All-Star, Isaiah Thomas knows what it means to be in tough situations but not allow your circumstances as an excuse to quit. As you listen, be pr...

“Where we see people and where we meet people is not where they have always been.” This statement is true for so many individuals, such as today’s guest Andre Ward, retired professional middleweight and heavyweight boxer. Today, Andre Ward holds an undefeated boxing record in two weight classes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROCESS: TRUST IT. RESPECT IT. EMBRA...