The Mental Locker Room Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Locker Room, we sit down with Edwin De La Rosa, a former D2 baseball standout for Point Park University and founder of @innercitymindset  to talk about the real work of becoming who you are when the title, jersey, or role no longer defines you. Baseball gave him structure and identity, but when the game ended, he had to rebuild both. Through his journey from athlete t...

🌟 It’s here! This week’s episode of The Mental Locker Room is now live. We sit down with Jennifer George, former @gatorswbk standout, @indianafever WNBA draftee, @jamaicabasketball national team player, and founder of Girls Basketball Worldwide Federation. 🏀✨ Jennifer’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience, purpose, and community impact. From dominating the SEC and playing professional...

Join Dr. C and Tesh Johnson in The Mental Locker Room as they welcome Reggie D. Ford, former Vanderbilt football player, bestselling author of PTSD: Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and powerful mental health advocate. Reggie’s journey is one of grit, transformation, and purpose. From growing up in poverty to walking on to the Vanderbilt football team, earning m...

🌟 It’s here! This week’s episode of The Mental Locker Room is now live. We sit down with Coach Devrinn Paul @devrinn__paul, author of Coaching the Winner Within and current head women’s basketball coach at @rhit_wbball. From his start as a student manager sweeping floors, to coaching at powerhouse programs like @louisvillewbb, @gobearcatswbb, @herdwbb, and now leading his own team at Rose-Hulman,...

Join Dr. C and Tesh Johnson in The Mental Locker Room as they welcome Jillian Anderson, the determined and dynamic founder of HERide, the first women-first rideshare company. Jillian reflects on her inspiring journey from a dedicated tri-sport athlete at Albany State University to a bold and resilient entrepreneur who built HERide to center safety, equity, and authentic community. From securing a...

Join us in the latest episode of the Mental Locker Room podcast as Dr. C and Tesh Johnson sit down with Frenchy, the visionary founder of Grit Running Orlando. What started as a running club has grown into a powerful movement that’s changing the way people think about community, representation, and resilience. In this episode, Frenchy opens up about the journey of rededicating his life to Christ,...

Join us in this powerful episode of The Mental Locker Room Podcast as we sit down with Coach Dominique Stringer, the visionary leader behind Action No Mercy. From her early days as the class clown to becoming a respected coach, mentor, and nonprofit founder, Coach Stringer’s story is a true testament to resilience and transformation. IIn this episode, you will learn how Coach Stringer empowers stu...

What does it take to turn a career-ending injury into the climb of a lifetime? Meet Tia Banks, former college and professional athlete, motivational powerhouse, and the founder of Mind Over Mountains. After losing her athletic career to injury, Tia refused to let that be the end of her story. Instead, she set her sights on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, a journey that took over a year of preparation,...

Dive into the world of leadership and entrepreneurship with Bryant Alexander, a former collegiate athlete with Depauw Univerisity, who transitioned from a high-paying tech role to coaching leaders. In this episode, Bryant unveils the Four E's framework: Edge, Experience, Emotion, and Environment, designed to help former athletes turned entrepreneurs thrive without burning out. Discover how to...

Join us in this episode of the Mental Locker Room podcast as we welcome Hall of Famer Lauren "Low" Smith. From leading Young Harris College's women's basketball program to founding LDT Customs, Lauren's journey is a testament to resilience and creativity. Discover how she balances her passion for art with mentoring first-generation students, all while overcoming personal challe...

Join us on the Mental Locker Room Podcast as we welcome Joe Hamilton, a dynamic tech entrepreneur and former athlete, who is revolutionizing the game with his creation, Four Second Football. In this episode, Dr. C and co-host Tesh Johnson delve into Joe's inspiring journey from the football field to the tech world, exploring how his innovative product is transforming decision-making and perfor...

Join us in this episode of the Mental Locker Room Podcast as we welcome Dr. Jasmine Cohen-Young, a licensed clinical social worker and former college athlete. Discover how she bridges the gap between mental health and athletic performance, empowering athletes and leaders to manage stress and lead with their mental game. Dr. Jasmine shares her journey from the court to the therapy room, emphasizing...

On the third episode of The Mental Locker Room Podcast, Tesh and Dr. C sit down with former @fauwbb & @jax_wbb hooper and Credit to Capital founder, Rolanda Hayes. Rolanda's journey from collegiate athlete to dynamic entrepreneur is a story of resilience and dedication to her dreams. Despite setbacks, she transformed her sports discipline into business acumen, aiming to build an empire roo...

In this second part of the premiere of The Mental Locker Room Podcast, Tesh Johnson flips the mic and dives deep into Dr. C’s journey, from athlete to educator, coach, and leader. The emotional and mental realities of leaving the game and venturing into uncharted territory are examined in this episode. Dr. C shares the difficulties of life after sports, answering the question, "Who am I withou...

What happens when the game is over but life goes on? In the first episode of The Mental Locker Room Podcast, former athletes Dr. C and Tesh Johnson dive into the emotional, mental, and professional challenges athletes face when stepping away from the game. They explore the often-overlooked question, “Who am I without sports?” and unpack the journey of life after sports, from identity crisis after...