The Good Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Basketball Coach, Stu Holt & Three Time Author, Jay Thomas seek to find the good and then share it. Interviews, personal stories, messages, and more every Monday morning. Lets laugh, reflect, learn, and grow. And lets do it together. The pain leads to victory and the failures lead to success. So its all GOOD. Very Good.
Level up before you get leveled up. Take advantage of the opportunity of a lifetime in the lifetime of the opportunity.
The weight of your calling is worth it. Just remember, you don't have to carry it alone. Each stage of your life has a purpose, embrace it.
Are you in position to see? Some of us need to reposition ourselves to be everything that God has called us to be.
You have to declare you got next and then you have to prepare like you got next. You have to believe that your opportunity is right around the corner. Im sure you may see other people succeeding and living in their purpose but we need you to declare right now " I GOT NEXT!".
In this Episode of The Good Podcast, Stu & Jay talk about the importance of knowing what to connect to and what to disconnect from. We all need community. The strength of the wolf is the pack. Stay connected. Stay encouraged.
After 600 Days, The Good Podcast is back! In this episode, Stu & Jay talk about how our doubts, fears, procrastination, and distractions can lead to our flight grind delayed. What’s delaying your take off?
We have the power to influence people in multiple ways. We are all influencers. So now the question is, what are you influencing people to do and become?
In this episode we talk about how life can throw you pop quizzes that reveal your true character.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of taking a step back so that we can rest, recover, and reflect. Its hard to be still in a world that never stops moving but we have to make it a priority to take some time each day to step back and rest.
In this episode, we speak with founder of Serenity Apparel, Ty Sponseller. We talk about his journey from playing football at the University of Cincinnati and Elon University to starting his own clothing brand.
In this episode we speak with founder of BlackOwned Outerwear and musical artist, Macho Means. He introduces us to an up and coming designer and artist, Shoney Parker.
In this episode we speak with Entrepreneur and founder of the God Made brand, Martin Jones.
In this episode we talk with the founder of Feed The Youth, Coach DeMarcus Smith. We talk about the importance of giving back and investing in the youth and the power of interruption.
In this epsiode, we talk with Educator, Blogger, and Author, Dr. Ashley Townes. We talk about breaking free from our past, starting the new year the right way, relationships, and much more.
In this episode, we speak with former professional basketball player and entrepreneur, Mark Dorris Jr. He is now the founder of HoopNerdz and the Leave Your Mark foundation. he talks about dealing with the loss of his father, getting over childhood trauma, the power of knowing your why, and much more.
In this episode we speak with former football player of the University of Cincinnati and current trainer and owner of Black Sheep Performance, Patrick Coyne.
In this episode, we talk with former Cincinnati Bearcat basketball player, Kevin Johnson. He talks about the concept of being a survivor, the power of the unseen hours, and how he is constantly on the quest of developing himself.
Message of the Day: Trophies
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In this episode, we talk with Kelsey Mitchell. She is currently playing professional basketball with the Indiana Fever but before that she played for the Ohio State Buckeyes where she scored over three thousand points. She talks about the importance of mental health, valuing her time, and much more.
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In this episode we talk with author, speaker, and coach, Lawrence Cain Jr. He talks about the importance of the importance of sowing seeds, financial literacy, and so much more. He is the founder of Abundance University where he teaches the youth the financial principles that so many children or even adults never hear.
Message of the Day: Investing in the right stocks (not just financially)
Whats Good?: Basketball season, Inky Johnson video, LA Lockdown
In this episode we talk with Green Bay Packers Tight End and former Cincinnati Bearcat, Josiah Deguara. He talks about fighting through the adversity of injuries, the struggle of staying on route, and the power of service and community, and much more.
Message of the Day: Ready or Not. Being prepared vs Being ready.
Good News: Lindsey Vonn and body shaming. Loneliness during pandemic study. Covid Vaccine.
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In this episode of The Good Podcast, we talk with mental toughness expert, Diamyn Hall. We discuss the importance of effective leadership, the power of meditation, and much more. He also tells us the story of him almost being permanently paralyzed and how it shaped him into the person he is today.
Before the interview Stu and Jay talk about the importance of being aware of the moment we are in, Lecrae's deluxe album "Restoration", and other current topics.
In this episode of The Good Podcast, we talk with Baylor starting guard, Macio Teague. We talk about his journey and the stepping stones that it took for him to get to where he is today, playing through the pandemic, the story behind the "Call God" celebration, the toughest opponent he's ever faced in his life, and much more. But before the interview, Stu & Jay talk about the power of detachment and the Presidential Election results.
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Either Way you will have doubters, critics, challenges, and obstacles. So the best thing to do is just go for it. Make sure your heart is in the right place and then follow it.
We have to monitor our intentions. Are you doing it for a purpose or are you just doing it for a write off?
The Covid-19 Pandemic has cause a lot of graduations to be cancelled but this just shows us that not everything comes as we expected it. Some of our transitions in life don't come as we originally envisioned it but we can still be grateful for the achievement. After the graduation comes a new beginning. Its time to level up and get on to the next one.
Treat everything like its the last dance. Be where your feet are and enjoy the present moment.
Josiah Scott of the Michigan State Spartans was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2020 NFL Draft. He joins the podcast to talk about his journey to the NFL and what it takes to elevate above the competition in whatever you are doing.
Its not about having all the answers or all the green lights. We don't need all the answers. We will never know all the answers. What we need more of is faith.
With the world on lock down, a lot of us have been in isolation. What isolation does is it exposes you to yourself. Although this can be detrimental to some, isolation is an opportunity to see yourself for who you really are. And that is a great opportunity for growth. Its a great opportunity for restoration.
What is truly essential? With this Corona Virus ( Covid 19) happening we are starting to find out.
What is your daily bread? Its the things you do daily that you expect to fill you. Get bread and break bread.
With the Corona Virus pandemic going around a lot of people are afraid of catching it. But there. are other pandemics happening as well. We are all contagious and need to be aware of what we are spreading to the people around us. Fear is contagious but so is peace, joy, and laughter.
In this episode we have a good convo with Alex Meacham (Meach). Meach is a founder of a successful AAU program in the Cincinnati Area (Shining Star Sports), author of The Walk of a Lifetime, and former basketball player for the Cincinnati Bearcats. He stresses the importance of having a blue print for your life and sticking to the script once you do.
A lot of things have been cancelled but theres still things left. The things that matter the most.
Sometimes you learn through trial and error but its important to unsubscribe from things that no longer serve us so that we don't end up paying for things that aren't serving us in a positive way. What are some things you need to unsubscribe from?
Life is full of changes and sometimes it hard to let go of what was because we were comfortable with that phase of our life. But we have to let of what was so that we can receive the new things that are coming in our lives. We have to embrace the change.
What really matters? Death makes you question if you're focusing on what really matters or if you've been majoring in the minors, focusing on things that won't matter in the end.
Kobe Bryant left a legacy that impacted so many people. In this episode we talk about how the mamba mentality left a lasting impression on us.
Jay just turned 25 and he's realized that time waits for no one. Its time to be more intentional with our time.
Facts aren't feelings and feelings aren't facts. People are the way they are for a reason. Know what you're getting into. Know who you're dealing with. That way you can treat people and love people the way they need to be loved.
Jay has released his first, The Misunderstood Millennial. In this episode we talk about the struggle of finishing something that you've started and the process of going from said to done. Its always easier said than done, but if it was easy everybody would do it.
Stu & Jay talk about the three biggest lessons they've learned in this past decade.
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People are attracted to Bread & Status. The popularity, the fame, the recognition, the instagram followers...when it goes away, who will be there?
Theres a time for everything. If you're going through a rough time in your life, stay encouraged because nothing lasts forever. If everything in your life is going great right now, enjoy and embrace the moment, because nothing lasts forever.
We are all connected. There are people that are counting on us to live in our purpose because our purpose is connected to a lot of peoples destinies.
We love to blame other people for our life circumstances, but the truth is, if we are going to blame anybody, it needs to be ourselves. Its time to start taking responsibility for our lives, its time to start taking responsibility for our failures, its time to start taking responsibility for our dreams. Why? Cause they are ours. So as the year is coming to a close, its time to let some stuff go. Everything must go, maybe even you!
"Imma be Free or Die". This is the infamous line from the new Harriet movie. The movie teaches us that freedom isn't free and how freedom comes with risk and responsibility. Just like Harriet Tubman, there will be obstacles that try to keep you from where you are destined to be but as it was said in the movie "fear is your enemy."
Its time for us to more than just survive, we were made to thrive. Its time to get out of survival mode and take a leap of faith. The days where we are just trying to get by are over.
Sometimes we participate in things just for participation points and then we wonder why we always feel restless, depressed, overwhelemed, and anxious. We must learn to control our focus and learn to say no to things that don't lead us to being the best version of ourselves.
We love to debate about politics, sports, religion, and other peoples lives...but who's the judge? It isn't us. We talk about Kanye West's new album 'Jesus Is King' and how we all can stop being great debaters and start supporting change.
When the horn blows, will you be satisfied with your performance? Or will you be left with regret? Do it while you can.
We all have moments where we feel as if we have fallen off whether its a diet, working out, our spiritual life, or whatever it may be... but now is the time to Get Back Right.
What happens when its all stripped away?
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Leading is not easy. There are times where you wonder if its even worth it. But God has called us to lead and love even when we feel like we are not being appreciated, or when we feel like we are outcasts and are missing out. We have to forgive and do good even when it hurts.
In this episode of The Good Podcast, we tell stories of how we found ourselves stuff in traffic literally and figuratively. There are some things that cause us to get delayed but also there are some lessons we can learn while being stuck in traffic. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review.
How many of us are chasing bubbles? Chasing after things of no substance that leave us empty in the end. A lot of us chase happiness but we don't have any joy. We look for other people, materialistic things, or temporary pleasures to fulfill us which sets us up for disappointment every time. Stu and Jay tell some funny stories of times where they found themselves chasing bubbles and the lessons they learned from those moments.
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In this episode of the Good Podcast, Jay talks about going back to see a therapist and how he's been struggling with the fear of death and his battle with What Ifs. But every what if has a counter. We have the choice to decide what comes after every what if, whether its something positive or negative.
In this episode of the Good Podcast, we talk about the importance of building yourself up so that you can deal with all the pressures and challenges that life throws at you. This week is national suicide prevention week and it is important for us to not only be aware but to be intentional with being good to the people around us.
In this episode of the Good Podcast, we talk about the importance of knowing your place and how we had to learn this the hard way. Knowing who you are is a big part of knowing your place. We talk about experiences we faced within our athletic careers and our social life that humbled us and "put us in our place".
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In this episode of the Good Podcast, we talk about the importance of being intentional about the words you say. Some of us need to learn how to change our language. Yea cursing may not be the best thing, but whats even worse than that is cursing yourself with negative talk which comes from negative thoughts. Jay also tells the story behind the inside joke of Apppplyyyy and how a lot of things go unclaimed all because we don't apply. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review and as always, Trust God & Do Good.
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In this episode of The Good Podcast, we talk about the great power that we all have...The Power To Choose. Stu talks about how he has looked back at a lot of his past decisions and realized that a lot of them weren't as small as he thought, but that they were actually pivotal. Pivotal decisions don't seem major, but they change the entire direction of where you are going. Being aware of your decision making is a major key. Our choices make us who we are so we must choose wisely. Oh and Jay teaches us a new word that none of us will ever use. But its all good as always. Trust God. Do Good. Be sure to subscribe, rate, & review.
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In this episode of The Good Podcast, we talk about a couple different things. The first being the importance of being intentional and aware of the voices that you choose to listen to and believe whether it be the voices in your head or the voices of other people. The second being that its time to stop sitting on our talents and start to go for everything that we say we want. We have to not only be willing to pay the price, but we have to also be PROUD TO PAY. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review. And as always, Trust God & Do Good.
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