Desmond Bryant Reflects on Harvard, the NFL, and Overcoming Addiction

Desmond Bryant Reflects on Harvard, the NFL, and Overcoming Addiction

Former NFL defensive tackle Desmond Bryant joins The Leverett Ball Show to discuss his remarkable journey from playing football at Harvard to becoming a standout player for the Oakland Raiders and Cleveland Browns. In this interview, Bryant shares what it was like entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent, overcoming the odds to earn a $30 million contract, and building a successful professional football career. He also opens up about the challenges he faced after football, including his battle with alcoholism, the recovery process, and the lessons he learned through adversity. Desmond discusses the importance of fatherhood, personal growth, volunteering, wellness, and finding purpose beyond the game. He also reflects on his time in the NFL, memorable teammates, life in the locker room, and how football helped shape the person he is today. Topics discussed: .Desmond Bryant's journey from Harvard to the NFL .Life as an undrafted free agent .Playing for the Oakland Raiders and Cleveland Browns .Signing a $30 million NFL contract .NFL locker room stories and favorite teammates .The evolution of NFL rules and quarterback protection .Overcoming alcoholism and finding sobriety .Fatherhood and personal growth .Life after football .Wellness, yoga, and community service If you enjoy interviews with NFL players, professional athletes, and inspiring stories of perseverance, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on The Leverett Ball Show. #DesmondBryant #NFL #ClevelandBrowns #OaklandRaiders #HarvardFootball #NFLInterview #LifeAfterFootball #RecoveryJourney #FootballPodcast #LeverettBallShow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Age of Attraction's Erin Timm Talks Modeling, Netflix, and Modern Dating

What was it really like to appear on Netflix's Age of Attraction? In this episode of The Leverett Ball Show, Leverett Ball sits down with Erin Timm, former model and contestant on Netflix's Age of Attraction. Erin shares behind-the-scenes stories from the show's first season, discusses her experience dating on reality television, and opens up about her interactions with fellow contestant Tristan Davis. Erin also reflects on her remarkable 33-year modeling career, why she eventually left the industry, and her thoughts on how the modeling world has changed over the years. The conversation explores age-gap relationships, dating after 50, reality TV editing, friendship, personal growth, and what viewers didn't get to see on screen. In This Interview: .Erin Timm's journey onto Netflix's Age of Attraction .What really happened with Tristan Davis .The reality behind age-gap dating .Behind-the-scenes stories from the show .Dating and relationships after 50 .The challenges of finding meaningful connections .Erin's 33-year modeling career .Her experience working in the fashion industry .Thoughts on Tyra Banks and the modeling world .Life after reality television If you enjoy interviews with reality TV stars, Netflix personalities, relationship experts, and fascinating life stories, be sure to subscribe for more conversations from The Leverett Ball Show. #AgeOfAttraction #ErinTimm #NetflixRealityTV #RealityTVInterview #DatingAfter50 #AgeGapRelationships #TristanDavis #ModelingIndustry #NetflixDatingShow #TheLeverettBallShow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amber Morrison on Love Is Blind, Marriage, Divorce & Finding Peace Again

In this episode of The Leverett Ball Show, Love Is Blind contestant Amber Morrison opens up about life after the show, reflecting on her marriage, divorce, reunion experience, and the realities of navigating public attention. Amber also shares candid insights on modern dating, single parenthood, healing, and why building a peaceful and fulfilling life matters more than chasing relationships or public approval. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3-Time Emmy Winner Josh Canu Talks Celtics, Red Sox & Patriots Controversies

What’s it really like working behind the scenes at NBC Sports Boston during one of the wildest periods in Boston sports history? On this episode of The Leverett Ball Show, Leverett Ball sits down with , a three-time Emmy-winning editor at NBC Sports Boston, to discuss his career in sports media, covering the Boston Celtics, and the nonstop chaos surrounding Boston sports. Josh shares how he went from studying broadcasting at Ithaca College to building a successful career in television production and sports editing. He also talks about winning Emmy Awards, working behind the scenes in sports TV, and what it’s like covering teams like the Celtics, Patriots, Bruins, and Red Sox on a daily basis. The conversation also dives into: * The Celtics’ playoff disappointment * The Patriots and Mike Vrabel controversy * Red Sox struggles and Alex Cora’s firing * How sports media works behind the scenes * The evolution of social media in sports journalism * Why NFL coverage dominates Boston sports media * Josh Canu’s journey from on-air aspirations to Emmy-winning editor If you enjoy sports media, Boston sports, the NBA, NFL discussions, or behind-the-scenes broadcasting stories, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more interviews with athletes, broadcasters, entertainers, and sports personalities on The Leverett Ball Show. #BostonSports #NBCSportsBoston #Celtics #Patriots #RedSox #SportsMedia #NBA #NFL #JoshCanu #LeverettBallShow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Noah Katz Became a Savannah Bananas Umpire and Social Media Star

What does it take to turn umpiring into a viral brand? In this episode, Noah Katz—creator of the wildly popular Umpire Channel and Savannah Bananas umpire—shares how he built a massive following by showing sports from a perspective most fans never see. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN * How Noah Katz grew his first video to 300,000 views almost overnight * Why umpiring content works in a crowded sports media space * The strategy behind building a niche brand with little competition * How social media can change public perception of sports officials * What it’s like umpiring for the Savannah Bananas in front of massive crowds EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS * 00:00 – Introduction to Noah Katz and the Umpire Channel * 02:00 – The viral video that started it all * 05:30 – Why umpiring content took off on TikTok * 10:00 – Changing how fans view sports officials * 15:00 – Journey to the Savannah Bananas * 22:00 – Balancing college, athletics, and content creation * 28:00 – Turning a side project into a full-time career * 35:00 – Advice for aspiring creators and sports officials MEET THE GUEST Noah Katz is the creator behind the Umpire Channel, one of the most popular officiating-focused platforms on social media, and an on-field umpire for the Savannah Bananas. CLOSING INSIGHT Noah’s journey proves that success often comes from finding a unique angle that others overlook. By focusing on a niche and staying consistent, he turned a part-time job into a full-time career and a growing media brand. Follow the Umpire Channel on all platforms and subscribe to The Leverett Ball Show for more conversations with athletes, creators, and industry insiders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.