The OK U GO Show

In this episode, Amobi interviews James Walker, a former longtime sports reporter now Director of Sports and Entertainment for Adeptus CPAs. They talk about James' transition and how he applies what he learned from athletes during his time as a reporter to what he does now. They also chat about the importance of understanding your finances in relation to taxes and how the moves you are making...

In this episode, Amobi talks with Quentin "Q" Williams on the true definition of completion as an athlete. They dive in on how athletes find completion outside of sport, how mental awareness and money go hand in hand, and the steps every athlete needs to take for a better transition after they retire.  Quentin "Q" Williams is a men’s coach for current and retired athletes, brin...

In this episode, Amobi chats with Pat Curran, the co-founder of Curran Media a sports and entertainment branding and marketing firm. He is a former collegiate student athlete uses his experiences and insights to share ways athletes can now win through their content. Pat gives examples and takeaways on the best practices successful athletes are using from a content standpoint and the opportunities...

In this episode, Amobi interviews Walter Holland, a sports executive and sports agent/manager helping women athletes maximize their earnings and opportunities off the court. He was moved to start a sports agency after seeing first hand the trials and tribulations as well as having the dream to give the same platform for his daughter. Together, Amobi and Walter talk about Walter's journey and t...

In this episode, Amobi is with Julian Aiken, a tech executive and athlete management/partnerships advisor for PWRFWD. Julian shares how he transitioned from college basketball to where he is now. They also uncover how athletes can best take advantage of their platform and how PWRFWD does that to help athletes. Julian gives his blueprint on what to do and what not to do and how athletes should best...

Every now and then Amobi goes on a solo episode to give a rant and in this episode he breaks down why athletes need to stop chasing opportunities and start building a system that create funnels of opportunities to chase them instead.  Download our free Intro to Stock course   here . Get our Rookie Mistakes course to avoid common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective....

In this episode, Amobi interviews JR Butler where it is uncovered how athletes transition out of sport and why they should consider software sales as a second career. He gets some insight into why there is great synergy between the two fields and how athletes can succeed in this new arena.  JR stems from a storied hockey family and is a former hockey collegiate star athlete himself. After losing h...

In this episode, Amobi speaks to Gershie Vann and Richard Hunter of the executive team at Magma Capital Funds as they give him an inside look on the inner workings of a hedge fund. They discuss different strategies around finance, how athletes can better manage their money with smart long term planning, and how to make understanding complex terms simpler.  Download our free Intro to Stock course  ...

In this episode, Amobi is with Ronnie Brown and Marc Isenberg to talk about what it takes to become a financial pro. They chat about how athletes can best take advantage of their money, playing the long game, and what every athlete should look for in an investor. The three also discuss why athletes are prone to bad investments and some of the common misconceptions around athletes and money.  Ronni...

In this episode, Amobi interviews Kyle Depiesse a former corporate executive turned stay at home dad and entrepreneur. Kyle shares his journey from what it was like leaving his job and starting a business to the different financial lessons he learned. Together they discuss the difference between success and fulfillment and why financial clarity allows you to find the path for you.  To learn more a...

In the first episode of 2022, we focus on building your authentic brand with DP Knudten. Amobi and DP talk about how athletes can build their brand using DP's strategy and what works versus what does not in the marketing space.  DP’s worked on some of the biggest brands in the business including Coca-Cola®, The Athlete’s Foot®, and ClosetMaid®. He is the author of NONFICTION BRAND—Discover, cr...

In this episode, we recap some of the best of lessons from our favorite episodes of 2021. Jonathan Perrin 3 Buckets of Money - Today, Tomorrow, Forever Kelly Oubre Sr Time > Money Clarifiers vs Justifiers Devon Kennard Shoot Your Shot for Deals Cash Flow Team Investing David Thomas 4 Risk Buckets to Insurance - Transfer, Reduce It, Avoid it, Self Insure Ibrahim Badmus “How do you minimize your...

In the third episode of the end of year review series, Amobi goes over his time spent at Harvard.  For the full recap, check out the video here . Subscribe to our Youtube channel  here . For more information on how to make, manage, and multiply your money check out our website at  ⁠www.afrugalathlete.com⁠ .

Continuing on for the end of year analysis, Amobi and Adrian breaks down the systems used to help run and scale our company operations. They also give some insights into how they see the future moving forward.    Platforms to help systemize Business:   Airtable Slack  Google Drive  Dropbox For more information on how to make, manage, and multiply your money check out our website at  www.afrugalath...

In this episode of a multi-part series debrief, Amobi is together with our COO Adrian Camargo to break down the year from a business perspective on what went right and what went wrong and how 2021 was a transformative year for our business. Connect with Adrian on his website here . Get our Rookie Mistakes course to avoid common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective....

In this quick episode, Amobi goes over what finance apps he has and uses that he recommends others to use. Get our Rookie Mistakes course to avoid common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course will give you the playbook you need to give yourself the best chance for financial success and more. Find the Rookie Mistakes course  here . For more information on...

In this hot takes episode, Amobi gives his takeaways during his time at FinCon 2021. For more information on how to make, manage, and multiply your money check out our website at  www.afrugalathlete.com .

In this episode, Amobi is with Michael Seabrook the founder of Brookline Sports, a sports management firm that helps athletes with everything on and off the field. Michael shares his journey in the sports business space and what it is like to make yourself known in such a tough space. He also shares his insights on what makes athletes successful off the field, how he helps athletes with their oppo...

In this episode, Amobi speaks to Mike Thomas on all things insurance. As athletes it is vital to take care of yourself by protecting your assets. Mike breaks down his journey from the NFL to the financial space and how athletes can best build a true financial legacy.  Get our Rookie Mistakes course to avoid common mistakes young athletes make from a financial and career perspective. This course wi...

In this episode, Amobi chats with Taj Dashaun. Taj shares his transition secrets, what he is up to now, and insights on how to best thrive after sports as an athlete entrepreneur and in the corporate space. They also talk about why every athlete should consider writing a book and what it means from a business and legacy perspective.  Taj Dashaun is a former Division 1 collegiate football player fo...

In this episode, Amobi talks with Daria Luchessi to learn what it was like being a student athlete managing a business, what she would have done if NIL was allowed during her time, and the synergy between sports and entrepreneurship.  Daria Luchessi is as inspirational as they come. She is a former All American, Division 1 Lacrosse player who graduated in May 2021. As a full time student athlete s...

In this episode, Amobi speaks with Michelle Meyer the founder of NIL Network, a one stop shop for everything that is Name, Image, and Likeness within the NCAA. Michelle breaks down NIL Network's history and background and how student athletes and stakeholders can best navigate this new phenomenon the right way.  To learn more about NIL Network, check out their Instagram or website here . Get o...

In this episode, Amobi is with Andy Robbins the founder of Oyster, a Portland based leadership development company. Following a 25 year career at Intel Corporation, Andy now works with leaders and their teams from start-ups to large corporations and helps them successfully navigate the increasing pace of change and disruption that are challenging all businesses today. Amobi and Andy talk about wha...

In this episode, Amobi interviews former Northwestern student athlete Zack Oliver in between from his time as a collegiate athlete to what he is doing now in the brand and the NIL space with his company Matchpoint and all things in between. Zack gives his insights and breaks down the pros and cons around this new phenomenon.  To learn more about Zack's company Matchpoint, check it out here . G...

In this episode, Amobi is with Joseph Genovesi, the founder and CEO of Balanced Bridge a company that helps businesses and individuals "bridge the gap" of where individuals are to where they want to be by helping improve their cashflow with specialty finance solutions. Joseph shares insights behind his business, the services they provide athletes, and the pros and cons around money manag...