The Chris Williams Podcast Hour: Recent Episodes
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour
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The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 43 celebrates the 1 Year Anniversary of the podcast and is thankful to all of the guests who shared a story and made this podcast entertaining. Today's podcast is about family Not worrying about a thing as my son moves on to begin his collegiate life at unc chapel hill. Full emotions are on display celebrating the 2yr anniversary of my mom's passing, my son's move depressing and paralyzing me, and great stories from a wonderful weekend at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Thank you to to all of my podcast guests Chucky Brown who helped us launch, James Toney, Coach Dan Flaherty, Mark Buchwald, Ronnie Shields, Bob Lenart, Coach Greg Urbas, DeJuan Groce, Taylor “Killa Bee” Starling, Bryan Flannery, My 1986 St Ed’s Eagles teammates Kevin Krueger on the intro, Danny Andrews, Gardner Payne, Carmen Angelo Tedesco (Nucci), Douglas Fischer, Christy Martin, the real OG from St Ed’s Kelvin Farmer, Chip Mitchell and Paul Gant, Joe Portale, Dan ask me a question Coughlin, the loveable Scott Adell, Sebastian Savage, Steve USS Cunningham, Mose Miraculous M4 Smith, Henry Discombobulating Jones, George Hanson Jr, Coach Tom Lombardo, Glen The Road Warrior Johnson, John From C Town, Coach Eric Flannery, St Ed’s Historian Norm Weber, Coach John Heffernan, Coach Dave Bowser, Coach Jim McQuaide, Coach Ebony Tanner, Pioneer Dr Marcus Martin, Samuel Cudjoe, Stephen Breadman Edwards, Marcus Davis, Bre’ Cha Byrd, Pat Kennedy, Mijon Knight, DeMarcus Williams, Coach Tom Becks, Mr Anthony Jeffries, Lawrence Peaches Coleman and family, St Augustine’s University, Lional “Jellyroll’ Dalton, and newly crowned world boxing champion Noel “The Holy Fire” Echeverria.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 42 Noel The HolyFire Echevarria shares his journey of rebellion, addiction, and homelessness to a life filled with Faith, Family, and a strong sense of hope earned in boxing and a marriage sent from heaven. Noel is passionate and very forward describing his youth and the paths he chose and how that shaped him to become a world championship fighter, husband, father, and community mentor. This podcast is for anyone who has ever had to deal with adversity and needed hope and an extremely positive ending.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 41 Lional Jellyroll Dalton joins the podcast to discuss his chronic kidney disease, his battle for a kidney donor, dialysis, family, and how football made him into the champion he is today. The nine (9) year NFL Veteran discusses his football career and how lifelong lessons and public support have led him through the toughest challenge he and his family have ever faced.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 40 Lawrence Peaches Coleman Golf Outing honors the late great St Augustine's University golf coach with interviews from the inaugural St Augustine's University Athletics Department golf outing. St Augustine's University Interim AD/Head Football coach David Bowser received support from his former NC State teammates and legendary hall of fame coach Dick Sheridan. The podcast consists of interviews from the Coleman Family, St Augustine's head Golf Coach Julius Wells, a few of David Bowser's NC State Football teammates, Coach Sheridan, and St Augustine's University President Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail, and all share words of support and inspiration.
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 7 Anthony Jeffries discusses his exciting journey from middle school writer, writing for his HS newspaper, attending UNC school of broadcasting, being a late bloomer, and becoming an accomplished 18-year journalist. Jeffries excitedly tells his story about how P-Funk legend George Clinton changed his life and ultimately help steer his career in the direction of an unexpected award-winning Sports Information Director at St Augustine's University where he is an example of Falcons soaring.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 39 Coach Tom Becks reflects on his life, faith, discipline, and the importance of GOD’s intervention and grace by sharing stories about his parents, family, and friends. Coach Becks also provides perspective on 34 years of service at St Edward High School and 32 years of marriage to his wonderful wife Sue Becks. Coach Becks is filled with stories that will inspire you and make you take a strong look at what you stand for and what is important to you. Great podcast!!
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 6 DeMarcus Williams, the marketing genius, shares exciting stories about his journey from being a young artist in Wilmington, NC to attending NC State University's prestigious design school. DeMarcus tells heartfelt stories about his time as a Graphic Designer, Social Media Specialist, and a brilliant communicator who is now the Chief Marketing Officer at St Augustine's University. DeMarcus gets personal and shares why St Augustine’s University is special to him and his vision for taking the Falcons to the highest level of promotional platforms and brand recognition. Another Falcon Soaring!
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 5 Mijon Knight, the head of the Sports Medicine Department and head athletic trainer at St Augustine's University describes living in Connecticut and moving to North Carolina. Knight shares fantastic high school stories and the impact her RN mother and EMT father had on her career choices. Boasting the greatest sports medicine department in the country, Knight outlines how she has made the best of limited resources and appropriately asks listeners to give to a university that is ready to soar.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 38 Pat Kennedy, The St Edward High School Bronze Eagle Award winner and Booster Club president, provides candid stories about growing up on Cleveland's west side and how his very loving parents taught him humility, compassion, and the art of volunteering to give back to the community. The podcast is filled with inspiring stories that span from childhood to adulthood and convey the Kennedy theme of love for family and St Edward High school
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 4 Bre' cha Byrd discusses her incredible life and being "Epic" at an early age. Bre'cha shares how her family, the Surry County, Virginia Community, and now the Saint Augustine's University Falcons have helped her tell her story to inspire and motivate others. The gifted writer also shares what influenced her to write and publish a book at the early age of 18 and how her success will continue the storied legacy of Saint Augustine's University achievers. Soar Falcons!
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 3 Marcus Davis discusses growing up in Raleigh, attending Garner High School, going to ECU then making the commitment to a tight community school like Saint Augustines University. Davis shares his will to succeed and the great opportunities Saint Augustine's has provided him. An impressive story of success and a reason for people to rally around St Aug's University and donate money and time.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 37 Stephen Breadman Edwards shares his story about humble beginnings in West Philadelphia, playing high school basketball in a very competitive and talented public school league, attending Temple University, becoming a world-class boxing trainer, building a world champion in Julian J Rock Williams, becoming a real estate mogul, the challenges of being a great dad, the importance of creating generational wealth. for his kids, and the current state of boxing.
St Augustine's University Falcons Special Podcast Series Episode 2 Samuel Cudjoe shares his love for St Augustine's University and the great people associated with the Falcons and the sport of golf. Cudjoe explains growing up in Bethel, Trinidad & Tobago and the strong lessons his parents taught him as a youngster, and how he turned those lessons into a highly successful college career.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 36 Dr Marcus Martin shares his story about modest beginnings in Covington, Virginia, becoming the first African American football player at NC State, graduating college, going to Eastern VA Medical School, becoming the first African-American MD graduate at Eastern VA Medical School, life during his residency, and landing a job at the University of Virginia where he became the first African American to lead a department. Dr. Marcus Martin's stories are filled with first-time accomplishments which are extraordinary, packed with hope, and inspiring. Great podcast for all!
St Augustine’s women’s basketball coach, Ebony Tanner Moore, has an infectious winning attitude and positive energy. On the podcast, Coach Tanner Moore shares her vision of hanging championship banners at St Augustine's University and building a program that becomes not just a winner on the court but a contributor to the local Raleigh community. Coach Tanner Moore provides great stories about growing up in North Carolina, winning a state championship at Ravenscroft High School, becoming a star athlete at the University of Richmond, playing professional basketball overseas, becoming a basketball coach, and turning all of her lessons and experiences into a commitment which will make the St Augustine's Univesity Falcons soar to greater heights on and off the court.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 35 Coach Jim McQuaide shares his 42-year coaching journey (10 years as an assistant high school football coach and 32 as a head high school football coach). His story includes the incredible impact his parents had on him, his HS and college playing days, and how the late John Gillen played a key role in directing him into the coaching profession. McQuaide shares the importance of family and keeps listeners entertained with magnificent stories.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 34 David Bowser shares his journey to becoming the Head Football coach and Athletic Director at Saint Augustine's University in Raleigh, NC. David discusses his modest beginnings growing up in Charlotte, attending NC State, coaching college football for 20 years at one school, and the excellent vision and plan he has to put St Aug's on the national map. An excellent story highlighting hope, vision, determination, and a plan.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 33 John Heffernan shares his story with the podcast and discusses his family's rich wrestling tradition, his start in wrestling, competing at high levels at St Ed's high school and in college at Iowa. Heffernan talks about what drove him to be a super success as an athlete and coach, why he is a Superhero, he discusses the impact the late Howard Ferguson and Dan Gable had on his life and how he has been able to continue the championship tradition at his alma mater St Edward High School recently leading them to their 40th Ohio State wrestling title.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 32 Norm Weber the professor and St Ed's historian shares over 40 years of covering and writing compelling sports stories for newspapers that included The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Los Angeles Times, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Houston Chronicle, Baltimore Sun, Cleveland Press, San Antonio Express-News, and the Sun Newspapers. Mr. Weber covered Ohio High School sports for over 30 years and when it comes to St Edward High School sports, he is the foremost authority and historian on everything that is St Ed’s
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 31 - Eric Flannery visits the podcast to share his incredible story and 25-year journey to become the greatest basketball coach at St Edward High School and one of the best high school coaches in the history of Ohio basketball. The Big Show is about Eric and his life after graduating from St Ed's and winning two state titles, making 11 final four appearances, winning the Ohio coach of the year award, being a part of the USA Basketball program, giving LeBron James his 1st break in basketball, and continuing the legacy of family in both the Flannery name and St Ed's tradition.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 30 John Karliak aka John From C Town shares his story of growing up in Cleveland, being a Die Hard Cleveland Browns, Cavs, and Indian's Sports fan, graduating from St Ed's and Miami of Ohio, working for the Federal Government, and how he came to be known as one of Jim Rome's celebrity clones. The podcast with John From C Town is filled with great takes and it does not suck. War The Chris Williams Podcast. War John From C Town
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 29 Glen Johnson The Road Warrior shares his story on how his humble beginnings in Jamaica helped shape his fearless, can't quit attitude and hard work ethic into the life of a world championship boxer and made him one of the best ambassadors in the sport of boxing. Now a promoter living in Miami, Florida, Glen passes his knowledge and wisdom to young fighters who have the will and will make the sacrifice to train hard
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 28 St Edward High school head football Coach Tom Lombardo shares his incredible story and journey to becoming the first Ohio High School Head Football coach to win a state title at two different schools (Lake Catholic and St Edward), talks about winning three state titles, being part of a tradition-rich football family, the importance of education and a well-rounded sports experience, the unique opportunity at St Ed's, and much more.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 27 George Hanson Jr shares his unique story and journey to becoming an eight-time Philadelphia boxing writer of the year award winner, graduating from Harvard, Howard law school, being a two time Philadelphia golden gloves boxing champion, all while coming from modest beginnings in Jamaicawinning the
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 26 What Is Your Life's Blueprint? Chris Williams Shares His Blueprint For His Life And Shares A Special Speech By Martin Luther King Jr "What Is Your Life's Blueprint?"
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 25 Henry Discombobulating Jones shares his amazing journey to becoming the first black ring announcer. Jones provides us with some incredible stories of struggle and fortitude needed to pioneer a career as an African American ring announcer. Staying in the theme of Black History Month and pioneers, the opening song was originally written for and performed by African American blues artist Ellie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 24 Mose MiraculousM4 Smith is a professional boxer from Concord, North Carolina. Smith shares his miraculous story about growing up in Concord, NC, being raised by his mom in a single-parent home, being a father to seven kids, surviving two accidents, and turning to pro boxing to support his family. Smith has not won a pro fight and tries to convince listeners why he believes he is the best Heavyweight boxer in the Carolinas
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 23 Steve USS Cunningham joins the podcast to share some great memories and stories about growing up in Philly, joining the navy, amateur boxing, his successful boxing career, the struggles of winning and retaining a world title, being an artist, creating comic books about boxing and helping kids from his hometown find a way to succeed in boxing and life.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 22 Sebastian Savage one of the best and most popular defensive backs to ever play at NC State sits down with the podcast to discuss and tell great stories about growing up in Union County, South Carolina, playing little league football, his All-ACC and All-American career at NC State, and being drafted by and playing for the Buffalo Bills. A surprise guest (Savage's former college roommate) drops in to ask some tough but entertaining questions.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 21 Scott Adell the 1987 National High School player of the year and All-ACC lineman with the NC State Wolfpack shares some funny stories about his family, playing college ball, and living a college life at NC State. Scott Adell details being drafted by the New Orleans Saints and shares how he is incredibly proud of his family.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 20 features the ultimate storyteller Dan Coughlin who shares amazing stories about his award-winning, hall of fame sports writing career. As no one else can do it, Coughlin shares stories about St Ed's, his first paper route, time served in the military, how he became the beloved sportswriter for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, covering two Ali/Frazier fights, authoring four books, and much more.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 19 Joe Portale, one of the greatest athletes ever from St Edward High school and arguably, one of the greatest athletes to come out of the state of Ohio, shares stories about being the Ohio high school player of the year, a three-year letterman at the University of Florida and finishing his college career at Baldwin Wallace, and being drafted by the New York Yankees. Portale also talks about having his career cut short by Multiple Sclerosis at the early of age 24 and the lifelong battle he has had with the crippling disease. In the end, Portale shares a message with listeners to never stop fighting.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 18 Chip Mitchell and Paul Gant join the podcast to discuss Covid to see how it has impacted boxing, college football, pro football, and pro basketball. The very knowledgeable group discusses how the pandemic has changed and will change the NBA and NFL and entertainingly answers some serious questions about the importance of money vs the athlete's health.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 17 Kelvin Farmer shares terrific stories about growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, attending St Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio, being recruited out of high school, attending Toledo University, and becoming one of the most prolific runners in the history of Rockets' history. Throughout the podcast, you will understand why Kelvin Farmer is one of the host's childhood heroes.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 16 Christy Martin is filled with stories of boxing fame, Don King, Mike Tyson, surviving domestic abuse, and building a foundation to support victims of domestic violence. Christy Martin is the pioneer of Women’s Boxing. She was known as “The Coal Miner’s Daughter,” the first and only female boxer to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated, the first female world champion to hold the prestigious green belt of the WBC, the first female boxer inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame, and She is the three-time North Carolina promoter of the year. On the heels of her very powerful and moving story on CBS' 48 Hours, Christy takes the time to share her story with the podcast.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 15 Welcomes Ring Magazine's Editor In Chief Douglas Fischer. Fischer shares stories about his family, the importance of education, growing up in Ohio and Missouri, and his love for the sport of boxing. Fischer gives great insight into upcoming fights especially the idea of Mike Tyson facing Roy Jones Jr and why it is intriguing to fans. Fisher also shares how he became the #1 guy at Ring Magazine and the exciting direction the publication is headed as it closes in on 99+ years of publishing.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 14 Carmen Angelo (Tedesco) stops by the podcast to tell awesome stories about growing up in Fairview, Ohio, attending St Ed's in the footsteps of his brothers Geno and Bobby Joe, tough life lessons, being blessed with opportunities, being the batboy for the Cleveland Indians, working at WTAM, and great friends including a special drop-in from his best friend Keith Goodall.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 13 Gardner Payne, the three time North Carolina Boxing Manager of the year, joins the podcast to discuss his career as a boxing manager. Payne of Payne Boxing and the Payne Boxing Series tells some great stories about his time in politics as a lobbyist and how he was able to take some of the lessons he learned lobbying and turn it into a triumphant career as a boxing manager. The NC State Alum excitedly discusses his 2nd installment of the Payne Boxing Series on Nov 7th in Rock Hill, South Carolina, shares the keys to being a great manager, and changes he wants to make to improve North Carolina boxing.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode #12 The Legend Danny Andrews stops by the podcast to share stories about his family, growing up in Lakewood's St Luke's Parish, being a St Edward High School lifer and St Ed's sports history buff, the incredible work ethic and life lessons his parents and coaches instilled him, and his practice of the winning formula Hardwork + Education + Grind + Faith = Success.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 11 Part 2 is a continuation of the story of a group of young men from St Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio. Bonded together in pursuit of a common goal, they formed the 1986 St Ed's Eagles Football team. Through the support of family, a great school community, passion, hard work, commitment, intelligence, and talent they created one of the most magical seasons in school history. Thirty-four years later, the teammates gathered to relive memories and provide in-depth storytelling that gives insight into how and why they were magical then and now. A podcast for the entire world to hear!
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 11 Part 1 is the story of a group of young men from St Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio. Bonded together in pursuit of a common goal, they formed the 1986 St Ed's Eagles Football team. Through the support of family, a great school community, passion, hard work, commitment, intelligence, and talent they created one of the most magical seasons in school history. Thirty-four years later, the teammates gathered to relive memories and provide in-depth storytelling that gives insight into how and why they were magical then and now. A podcast for the entire world to hear!
Bryan Flannery, who humbly describes himself as a Husband, Father, a 1988 Notre Dame National Champion, Former Legislator, Councilman, Business Owner, St. Edward Man of the Year, and the Author of Educate Ohio, shares incredible stories about reaching dreams, family support, memories from his 1988 National Championship season and running for the Governor of Ohio. Bryan provides a very informative way to approach life and creates a podcast listen for all to enjoy.
Taylor "Killa Bee" Starling joins the podcast to discuss how she fell in love with punching people in the face and turned that love and passion into a full-time career in combat sports. Starling also shares how she balances being a desirable model and fighter with the requirements of being a mother of two children. Starling also shares her mindset going into the biggest professional boxing match of her life on October 24, 2020. While not looking past her October 24 challenge, Taylor "Killa Bee" Starling makes it very clear she wants to face the popular and talented Paige VanZant in a Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship match.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 9 Features DeJuan Groce, one of the most electrifying football players to ever come from the state of Ohio. Groce was a 1997 HS All-American defensive back at St Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio, and he went on to become one of the greatest players in the history of Nebraska Cornhuskers Football. The dynamic 2003 NFL draft pick of the St Louis Rams joins the podcast to discuss his Family, old neighborhood, Muny football, St Ed's, and playing for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 7 features legendary high school wrestling and football Coach Greg Urbas. Coach Urbas shares stories about growing up in Collingwood, the lessons he learned from his father, his high school coach Bill Gutbrod, and the men and women who made of the greatest generation in the United States of America. Through storytelling, Coach Urbas is able to show how he has applied those lessons to his teaching, coaching, and friendships. A truly class act provides wisdom and endless entertainment for all listeners.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 6 2020 St Edward High School Hall of Fame inductee Bob Lenart joins the podcast to share his stories about growing up in Lakewood, Ohio, playing for St James Parish in the West Suburban football league, attending St Ed's, his storied and hall of fame high school football career, and playing for and winning a football National Championship at the University of Dayton. Bob was the Captain of a state runner up football team, a two-year starter, All-Ohio defensive lineman, and The Plain Dealer and Northeast Ohio Defensive Player of the Year.
This week on "The Chris Williams Podcast Hour" Ronnie Shields, one of the greatest trainers in the history of boxing stops by the podcast to discuss his career inside the ring as an amateur and a professional boxer, overcoming an Olympic boxing team tragedy, how he chose boxing over football, how he got into training, working with all-time great fighters Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Arturo Gatti, and Pernell Whittaker. Shields shares many stories, which highlight his ability and strength to lead a life of Triumph over Tragedy, and he gives us insight into the challenges his fighter Jermall Charlo faces Sept 26 on the PBC PPV.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode 4 sits down with award-winning Songwriter, Drum Doctor, DJ, Instrumentalist, Producer, Composer, Engineer, and Actor Mark Buchwald of Policy to discuss his full-length debut album titled "Echo Chambers". Mark also shares his story of playing a role in Power Rangers and moving to California directly after his high school graduation at the early age of 18 to pursue his lifelong dreams.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Episode #3 The Former head coach of the Big Green machine at St Edwards High School in Lakewood, Ohio and Future St Ed's Hall of Famer Coach Dan Flaherty stops by the podcast to discuss growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, John Carroll University, Kent State University, coaching high school football, and how his amazing late wife, Alice Flaherty, inspired him and his children Debbie Flaherty Sellers and Bryan Flaherty to start a foundation for Nurses called "Love A Nurse Run."
James "Lights Out" Toney A boxing legend and former 5-division world champion with a record of 77-10-3 (47 KO’s), a man considered to be one of the top 10 purest boxers of all-time, and arguably the best defensive fighter from any era, stopped by "The Chris Williams Podcast Hour" to discuss growing up in Michigan, his standout High school football career, knocking out Deion Sanders at football camp, becoming a pro boxer, winning world titles, Bernard Hopkins ducking him, what he would do to the winner of Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr, GGG, The Charlo Brothers, and today's boxers.
The Chris Williams Podcast Hour Launches the debut show having fun discussing Lola Williams, NC State, NBA Basketball, Chipotle, Coaching, and Cleveland, OH with NBA Veteran and NC State legend Chucky Brown.