LIVE with TY: From Athlete to CEO — Real Stories of Success Beyond the Game

From Olympic Athlete to Entrepreneur: Andrew Steele's Journey

In this episode, Andrew Steele shares his inspiring journey from being an Olympic athlete to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges he faced during his transition, including an identity crisis after missing the London 2012 Olympics. Andrew highlights the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the soft skills gained from sports in navigating the entrepreneurial landscape. He also shares insights about his health tech company, DNA Fit, and the significance of team dynamics in startups. Additionally, Andrew emphasizes the need for supporting athletes in their entrepreneurial endeavors through his venture, Sport First, and discusses the future of sports stars emerging from less mainstream sports.Chapters00:00 The Intersection of Sports and Entrepreneurship03:45 The Journey to Track and Field06:35 Decisions and Sacrifices in Sports09:28 Reaching the Olympic Games11:58 Identity Crisis Post-Olympics14:45 Transitioning from Athlete to Entrepreneur17:24 Leveraging Athletic Skills in Business20:09 Encouraging Athletes to Embrace Entrepreneurship25:33 The Entrepreneurial Mindset of Athletes26:51 Celebrating Milestones: The Relief of Achievement29:39 Navigating Post-Acquisition Transitions31:52 The Journey to IPO: A Sense of Accomplishment33:05 The Restlessness of Athletes: Starting Again34:43 Building a Winning Team: Culture Over Skills36:49 The Curse of Experience: Adapting to Change38:50 The Future of Health: A New Approach41:22 Sport First: Supporting Athlete Entrepreneurs44:41 Stride: A New Venture in Health Tech45:51 Surprising Facts: The Music Producer in Andrew46:54 Hot Takes: The Future of Sports Stars

She Turned Hangovers Into a Startup?! 💊 | LIVE with TY ft. Cameo Hanlon

What happens when an injured college basketball player reinvents herself as a founder of a viral startup? Meet Cameo Hanlon, the creator of Bender Extender, a hangover support pill that started as a joke in a group chat and turned into a booming business. From small-town Canada to university hoops, from devastating injuries to entrepreneurship, Cameo shares how setbacks became stepping stones. In this episode, we cover: * Why injuries & COVID shaped her pivot from sports to startups * The identity crisis athletes face when their careers end * How the Bender Extender idea went from inside joke → product line → movement * Building teams, handling setbacks, and scaling a brand with personality * Her bold hot take: Stats don’t matter as much as you think 👀 If you’ve ever wondered how athletes transition beyond sports, or how the wildest startup ideas are born, this conversation will blow your mind. #LIVEwithTY #BenderExtender #lifeaftersports #startupculture #GenZFounders ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Hot Takes with Ty: Jiu-Jitsu & Athletes 1:30 – Cameo’s Basketball Journey & Small-Town Roots 4:15 – Injuries, Identity Crisis, and COVID Setbacks 19:30 – From Marketing to Founding Bender Extender 37:00 – Hot Take: Why Stats Don’t Matter After College 💡 Love this convo? Don’t miss the next game-changing story. Hit Subscribe now for more exclusive interviews with athletes-turned-entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators rewriting the playbook.

From Jamaica to CEO: The Student-Athlete Playbook You’ve NEVER Heard

What happens when the jersey comes off? For too many athletes, the next step feels like falling off a cliff. But Jermaine Malcolm turned that moment into a launchpad. Born in Jamaica, raised with grit, and forged through football, Jermaine built StudentAthlete.co and Skills Gap Advocate to help athletes and entrepreneurs transition into life after sports. In this episode of LIVE with TY, we dive into: • How Jermaine went from Jamaican roots to U.S. football scholarships • The identity crisis athletes face when sports end • Why curiosity and proximity are game-changing tools for student-athletes • The hard truths of entrepreneurship (and the setbacks that became stepping stones) • A crazy hot take: Why every athlete should try Jiu-Jitsu after sports If you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone chasing reinvention—this episode will change how you see your future. #LIVEwithTY #AthleteTransition #GenZEntrepreneur #LifeAfterSports #FromJamaicaToCEO ⏱ Timestamps (5 key sections) 0:00 – Intro: From Jamaica to the U.S. 04:30 – Football, culture shock, and scholarships 10:30 – Life after sports & finding identity 18:45 – Curiosity, mentorship, and the power of proximity 34:50 – Hot Takes: Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and the future of athletes 💡 If you loved this conversation, hit Subscribe for more exclusive interviews with athletes, founders, and creators who are rewriting the playbook. Don’t miss the next story that might just change yours.

From Mat to Market: Trevor Schrier's Entrepreneurial Journey

Summary In this episode of Live with Ty, Trevor Schrier shares his journey from being a Division I wrestler to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the AI space. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from athletics to the workforce, the importance of networking, and the lessons learned from wrestling that have shaped his business mindset. Trevor emphasizes the significance of sales, building a strong team, and leveraging AI technology to create innovative solutions. He also provides valuable advice for student athletes navigating their career paths and reflects on the rewards and challenges of being a startup founder. Takeaways * Wrestling instilled a mindset of self-motivation and learning from failures. * Transitioning from sports to a career can be challenging but manageable. * Networking is crucial for student athletes to find opportunities. * Sales should never stop, even during product development. * Building a team with complementary skills is essential for startup success. * Learning from setbacks is a key part of the entrepreneurial journey. * Fundraising should come after establishing product-market fit and revenue. * Social media can be a distraction; focus on platforms that yield results. * The startup journey is rewarding but requires hard work and dedication. * Innovation and adaptability are vital in the rapidly changing AI landscape Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:24 Transition from Wrestling to Entrepreneurship 03:43 Navigating Early Career Challenges 06:29 The Importance of Networking for Athletes 09:09 Building an AI Company Without a Technical Background 11:56 Identifying Pain Points and Team Building 14:29 Navigating Startup Challenges 18:16 Fundraising Strategies for Startups 22:16 The Importance of Innovation in AI 24:49 Advice for Student Athletes Transitioning to Careers 26:57 Hot Takes on College Sports and Athlete Compensation SOUND BITES * "Never stop sales." * "I can only chase so many things." * "I love the competition."

Why Gen Z have THE lowest rates of Efficiency

Former D1 athlete turned prep school advocate, Cory Heitz, joins LIVE with TY to break down the world of prep schools, sports identity shifts, and building relationships that last a lifetime. From his time at the Air Force Academy to running his own business, Cory shares powerful lessons on discipline, leadership, and finding your next steps after sports. Whether you’re a student-athlete, parent, or sports fan, this episode is packed with knowledge and real stories you won’t want to miss. Video Chapters 0:00 – Intro & Cory Heitz Background 04:20 – Lessons from the Air Force Academy 09:40 – Life After Sports & Identity Shifts 20:40 – Prep Schools, Basketball, and The Business Side 52:00 – Cory’s Hot Take on NIL & Closing Thoughts #youthsports #highschoolbasketball#LIVEwithTY #prepschool #NIL #basketball #college #NBA