Thanks But No One Asked You

The conversation covers the topics of unsolicited advice, college life, personal identity, loneliness, hobbies, friendship, and understanding success and setbacks. Maurice Walker II shares insights on these topics and the impact of adult guidance on the younger generation. The conversation delves into the redefinition of success, the challenges of setbacks, career aspirations, overcoming challenge...

In this episode of the Thanks But No One Asked You podcast, host Britt Hunter engages in a lively conversation with Dr. Ronald Reeves, exploring a range of topics from fraternity rankings to the impact of scandals in sports organizations. Dr. Reeves shares his personal experiences and insights on the importance of mentorship, the value of a PhD, and the realities of working in sports. The discussi...

Summary In this episode of the Thanks But No One Asked You podcast, host Britt Hunter engages with author Andrew Maraniss, exploring themes of sports, storytelling, and social justice. They discuss Andrew's literary influences, the impact of his father's Pulitzer Prize-winning career, and the importance of empathy in writing. The conversation delves into Andrew's work on Perry Wallace, the first b...

In this episode of the Thanks But No One Asked You podcast, host Britt Hunter engages in a lively conversation with AJ Schaufler, the Assistant Commissioner of the MAAC Conference. They discuss a range of topics including Lane Kiffin's coaching decisions, personal anecdotes about life in New York City, the challenges of aging while working with youth, and the impact of NIL on college athletics. AJ...

Antoine McClain has built his career around developing athletes and guiding them through the transitions that shape their futures. His foundation started at Clemson University, where he played major college football before advancing to the professional level with stops that included Baltimore, Oakland, Buffalo, and Arizona — earning a Super Bowl ring along the way. That experience gave him a clear...

In this engaging episode of the "Thanks, But No One Asked You" podcast, host Britt Hunter welcomes guest Steve Davis Jr. from Strive Higher After Sports. They dive into a lively discussion about the challenges athletes face when transitioning to life after sports, emphasizing the importance of identity beyond athletics. The conversation covers topics like parental influence, the significance of di...

Rich Kaplan and I had an incredible conversation about what it really means to bring truth to power. From his years as a Microsoft executive to his current role as a mentor and advocate, Rich has always been someone who leads with honesty, clarity, and heart—and that’s exactly why he’s one of my favorite humans. We talked about the importance of speaking up, the expectations that come with leaders...

What happens when a Cape Verdean joins Teach for America and lands in South Dakota—then meets his future wife? You get Jonathan Santos Silva , founder of The Liber Institute , an organization helping rural leaders serve Indigenous students without taking over —by coaching in ways that honor culture and community. In this conversation, I learned a LOT: from the complex history between Native studen...

🎙️ Episode: Building Legacy, Leadership & a Little Laughter In this episode of Thanks, But No One Asked You, host Britt Hunter sits down with educator, author, and entrepreneur Lindsie Boykin for a hilarious, heartfelt, and unfiltered conversation on what it really takes to lead, build, and stay grounded while chasing big dreams. From classroom chaos at Success Academy to building a thriving c...

In this episode of Thanks But No One Asked You , host Britt Hunter dives into a bold, funny, and thought-provoking conversation that spans everything from must-read books and wild conspiracy theories to the power of running, surviving Teach For America, and shaking up outdated dress codes in tech. The episode closes with real talk on pivoting from education to entrepreneurship—and the creativity,...

In this episode, I sit down with Chris and Michael , co-founders of Talent Lab , to talk about something that goes way beyond tech — community . We dig into their journeys in education, what it means to support underestimated youth, and how real growth starts with trust, feedback, and connection. We also get honest about some of the buzzwords floating around the edtech space, how they can distract...

In this episode of the Thanks But No One Asked You podcast, host Britt Hunter engages with Edward Jones II in a lively discussion that spans various topics including identity, the influence of sports culture, the impact of instant replay, dietary changes with age, and the importance of building relationships in player development. They delve into the significance of customization in coaching, the...

You ever stop and wonder what your clothes are actually made of—and how they impact your health, your environment, and even your values? This week, I sat down with Liz Hershfield, Executive Director at Cotton Council International (CCI) and a sustainability powerhouse with two decades of experience in the fashion industry. She broke everything down—from the health benefits of wearing natural fiber...

Steven Dingle is not just another candidate — he’s an Atlanta native with a mosaic life that weaves together music, teaching, and now politics. Founder of Stay Lowe Entertainment, he's been in the game 13+ years, managing artists like OG Maco and building with folks at Quality Control. Now he’s running for Atlanta City Council in District 11 come 2025. Dingle For Atlanta   This convo taught me so...

🎙️ The Best Advice I Got Before B-School: Befriend International Students Before starting business school, someone told me: “If you want to grow as a leader— really grow—surround yourself with people who see the world differently.” In this episode, I share why that advice led me to intentionally connect with international students—and how it changed everything. We talk about: The real value intern...

Cleveland born. Hall of Famer. National Champion. One of the first teammates I ever had—and one of the toughest. Playing with Barb? Meant no plays off . No shortcuts. No excuses. Just relentless accountability. She showed me early what it really meant to hold your teammates to a standard. Not with words—but with work. Every rep. Every possession. Every moment. That mindset didn’t stop after her pl...

What Up Doe?! 🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Denzell Turner who is in town for The Podcast Summit!— former Microsoft colleague, podcast host, and Detroit native on a mission to amplify voices that deserve to be heard. Denzell has welcomed incredible guests onto his platform — from potential mayoral candidates to players from the Detroit Lions and Pistons — but the magic is in how he highlight...

In this powerful interview, Jilea Hemmings—CEO and co-founder of Nourish + Bloom Market—gets real about motherhood, entrepreneurship, and breaking barriers as a Black woman in tech and grocery. 🔥 From the emotional toll of building a business while raising a family 💡 To the game-changing vision behind the first autonomous grocery store in the Southeast 🚀 Jilea shares the highs, the heartbreaks,...

They always say they’re cool with it... until the attention rolls in. In this episode, I share what it was really like dating a man shorter than me—and the moment it all came to a head. Picture this: I’m out with my partner when a taller man starts flirting with me. I handle it—firm and clear. But instead of appreciation, I get attitude. He’s offended. And that’s when I realized: some men say they...

Isaac Hayes III pulled up to the Fanbase couch and dropped gems — from advice for Black men navigating the dating pool, to college tips for teens, to strategies so creators can monetize content from day one. We laughed way too hard, and now I’m re-watching Aqua Teen Hunger Force just to see what this sandwich is talm' bout!

Degrees, Decisions, and Doing It Your Way To College Or Not To College? Have you ever sat up asking yourself, "What if college isn’t the only path to success?" In this episode of Thanks But No One Asked You, Britt shares the real convo that sparked this question. from a niece ready to walk away from school to chase a real estate dream, to the TikTok culture speeding up success expectations. It’s n...

No fancy MBA...yet. No 10-year tech background. Just strategy, real relationships, and intentional moves. This episode is for anyone early in their career, especially if you feel overlooked or unsure how to stand out. I’m breaking down: How to gain executive trust when you’re the most junior person in the room The difference between being visible vs. just being present What I know now that I wish...

What do trap music, eSports, and closing the digital divide have in common? One man—and a powerful mission. In this episode, Britt Hunter sits down with William “Bam” Sparks to unpack his journey from co-founding the Trap Museum to launching Culture Wireless—an internet company on a mission to make access equitable for Black communities and HBCUs. We talk about the "data rich", the digital divide,...

Welcome to Episode 1! We kicked off Thanks But No One Asked You with a live show in Atlanta! Guests from Nourish + Bloom, Culture Wireless, and Fanbase pulled up to talk ownership, legacy, and building for the culture (while roasting each other just a little). Whether you're here for the lessons or the laughter, you’re in the right place. Watch, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversat...

This week’s episode is inspired by the parable of the man, the boy, and the donkey: a lesson in what happens when you try to please everybody… and lose everything in the process. Host Britt Hunter dives into what it really means to mind your business, follow your own path, and stop letting outside noise run your decisions. From career pivots to personal growth, this episode is a love note to trust...