Train. Lead. Win. Podcast

What can sports teach you about succeeding in business, leadership, and life? In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Jonathan Pixley and Dr. Sean Owens sit down with longtime LSU broadcaster, former LSU football player, and business leader Gordy Rush for a conversation about the lessons that have shaped his career. Gordy shares how his experiences in football taught him to move on from mistakes, stay...

Jennifer Maggio’s story is one of extraordinary pain, perseverance, faith, and purpose. After losing her mother as a toddler, enduring years of abuse, becoming a teenage mother, experiencing homelessness, and reaching a point where she questioned whether she could keep going, Jennifer’s life began to change when she found hope through her faith and the local church. In this episode of the TLW Podc...

Legendary LSU gymnastics coach D-D Breaux and her daughter, former LSU soccer player and businesswoman Sara Pollock Dickson, join the TLW Podcast for a conversation about leadership, perseverance, family, and building a legacy that lasts. D D shares lessons from her historic 43 year career at LSU, including the challenges of helping pioneer the growth of women’s athletics, the importance of relati...

At 63 years old, Sherry Mockler is not slowing down. She is training for the National Senior Games, lifting heavy, coaching others, and proving that strength has no age limit. In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Sherry shares why adults must train for strength, power, balance, mobility, and longevity before they begin losing them. She explains the truth about women lifting heavy, how to prevent fa...

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Sean Owens and Coach Pixley sit down with Trey Willard, founder and CEO of The W Group, to talk about what it really takes to become a high performer in business, leadership, and life. Trey shares how discipline, belief, culture, accountability, and consistent daily action helped him grow from DJ Trizzy into the leader of one of Louisiana’s top real estate teams...

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Jonathan Pixley and Dr. Sean Owens sit down with Thad Rispone, President of ISC Constructors, to talk about leadership, legacy, mentorship, family, faith, and what it means to build success the right way. Thad shares his journey from working in the warehouse of his father’s company to helping lead one of the most respected construction companies in the country....

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Jonathan Pixley and Dr. Sean Owens sit down with attorney and sports law specialist David Fleshman for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had yet. David shares his journey from standout high school athlete to LSU basketball walk on, and how a major knee injury reshaped his path early on. But this episode goes much deeper than sports. David opens up about...

What does it take to go from being left behind… to competing at the highest level? In this episode of the TLW Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Dustin Drews — physical therapist, endurance coach, and founder of a new performance and rehab facility — to break down the real lessons behind growth, discipline, and stepping outside your comfort zone. From getting dropped early in his cycling career… to pus...

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, we sit down with Pastor Mike Haman, lead pastor of Healing Place Church, for a powerful conversation on calling, discipline, leadership, and faith. Pastor Mike shares how he went from college basketball to ministry, the challenges of stepping into pastoral leadership, and what it looks like to serve people while building something that lasts. We also talk about...

In this episode of the Train Lead Win (TLW) Podcast, Sean Owens and Coach Jonathan Pixley sit down with Jenny Peters — Baton Rouge entrepreneur, former LSU marketing professor, elite marathon runner, and founder of Varsity Sports. Jenny shares her incredible journey from teaching marketing at LSU and competing in Olympic Marathon Trials to building one of Louisiana’s most recognizable running comm...

What happens when your spouse is also your business partner? In this episode of the TLW Podcast, Coach Jonathan Pixley and Dr. Sean Owens sit down with Drs. Dustin and Liz Kidder, a married couple who own and run a dental practice in Baton Rouge. They share the real obstacles of building a business together, how they protect their marriage while leading a team, and what work life balance actually...

Life doesn’t always give you a warning. In this episode, we sit down with Coach Pixley, whose life changed in an instant. What started as a normal day quickly turned into one that would shift his perspective on faith, leadership, and surrender forever. We talk about: Navigating tragedy and unexpected life shifts Staying grounded when you lose control Leading with integrity through adversity Why fa...

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, we sit down with one of the most recognizable names in Louisiana — Gordon McKernan. From building one of the most successful personal injury law firms in the country, to putting his faith front and center, Gordon opens up about business, family, NIL deals, legacy, and living life with purpose . We cover: Why Gordon chose law (and how his purpose changed) The rea...

In this powerful episode of the Train. Lead. Win. Podcast, we sit down with Collis Temple III — former LSU basketball standout turned national sales director and agency owner at Primerica — to unpack a remarkable journey of grit, mindset, and purpose. Collis shares how his early obstacles, including late physical development and major injuries, shaped the relentless work ethic and coachability tha...

In this episode of the Train Lead Win Podcast, Dr. Sean Owens and Coach Jonathan Pixley sit down with Jason Bourne — entrepreneur, leader, and son of legendary LSU voice Dan Bourne — to talk about belief, mentorship, and becoming “the one” who changes everything. Jason shares stories from his basketball days with Coach Pixley, lessons from his father’s 39‑year legacy at LSU, and the mindset that t...

In this powerful episode of the Train Lead Win Podcast , hosts Jonathan Pixley & Dr. Sean Owens sit down with Sid Edwards — longtime coach, mentor, and now Mayor of Baton Rouge — for an inspiring conversation on leadership, faith, and legacy. Coach Edwards shares his journey from the sidelines to City Hall, reflecting on how sports shaped his leadership philosophy and how faith continues to gu...

In this powerful episode of the Train. Lead. Win. Podcast , we sit down with Brittany Pino — top Baton Rouge real estate broker, founder of her own boutique firm, and an unapologetically intentional woman of grit and discipline. From launching her real estate career at just 20 years old to opening her own brokerage during the chaos of 2020, Brittany shares what it means to bet on yourself, lead th...

In this episode of the TLW Podcast, we sit down with NBA veteran and entrepreneur Langston Galloway to talk about the journey beyond success. Langston shares what it takes to go from good to great — from making it to the NBA, to staying in shape in the off-season, to launching his own sneaker brand, Ethics. 🎯 Join the Conversation & drop a comment 🚀 Like, Subscribe, and Turn on Notifications...

In this episode of the Train. Lead. Win. Podcast, we sit down with Skylar Mays — pro basketball player, Baton Rouge native, and former LSU star — for a powerful conversation on mental toughness, personal growth, and staying grounded through adversity. From early days at U-High to the NBA and now playing overseas, Skylar shares what most people don’t see behind the scenes — the sacrifice, pressure,...

In this episode of the Train. Lead. Win. Podcast , we sit down with Brandon Landry — founder of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, Small’s Sliders, Supper Club, entrepreneur, and Louisiana native — to talk about the mindset, grit, and values that built one of the most recognizable brands in the South. From his days as a college walk-on to building a multi-million dollar business, Brandon shares the real...