Former MLB All-Star Bip Roberts

Former MLB All-Star Bip Roberts

Veteran MLB All-Star Bip Roberts' 12-year Major League career spanned six MLB teams, including, most notably, the San Diego Padres as well as the Oakland Athletics, Cincinnati Reds, Kansas City Royals (playing in the 1997 World Series), Cleveland Indians, & Detroit Tigers. A second baseman & outfielder known for his exceptional speed & versatility, Bip twice stole over 40 bases in a single season. In our conversation, Bip traces his MLB career over the years, reflecting on the most memorable moment of his life in the sport & the impact of his former Padres teammate Tony Gwynn on his baseball journey. Bip shares memories of his close friend & former Oakland A's teammate Rickey Henderson, his shock when he first learned of his passing, & emceeing Rickey's Celebration of Life at Oakland Arena alongside former Oakland A's second baseman Shooty Babitt & San Francisco Giants former PA announcer Renel Brooks-Moon. Bip reflects on the changing Bay Area sports scene & how the Golden State Warriors, Raiders, & Athletics all leaving Oakland has affected the city & its people. We delve into the immense importance of professional sports on urban youth & the specific vital benefits that sports offer to young people living in big city environments. Bip & I discuss how his organization Better In Person (named after BIP), is committed to listening to & uplifting the people of Oakland, especially those at risk. Bip explains the wraparound services that they provide & the critical ways that Better In Person supports youth in navigating their educational journey & empowers them to stay on track & thrive, not just survive. Finally, we talk about the role that faith plays in Bip's life & how it continues to guide him in his work, helping to enrich the lives of both youth & adults. To learn more about Better in Person:⬇️ 🌐BetterInPerson10.org To connect with Bip:⬇️ 📧biproberts@betterinperson10.org 🎙️ONCE UPON THE PODCAST Available On:⬇️ Apple Podcasts🔹Spotify🔹YouTube🔹iHeart🔹Amazon Music🔹Audible 🔹Wherever You Get Your Podcasts🔹

Entertainment Tonight Co-Host Kevin Frazier - Part 2

In Part 2 of my conversation with "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier, Kevin reflects on his relationship with Prince and shares his memories of the musical legend, businessman, and friend he came to know. Kevin and I discuss his deep appreciation and support for Memphis, the impact of Martin Luther King Jr.'s tragic passing on the city, and the civil rights legacy of MLK Jr. that continues to reverberate within the culture of the Bluff City. And we talk about the importance of free speech not only in Hollywood, but in the nation at large, and what the future of Hollywood may look like. To connect with Kevin:⬇️ X: @KevinFrazier Facebook: @KevinFrazierOfficial Instagram: @kevinfrazier 🎙️ONCE UPON THE PODCAST Available On:⬇️ Apple Podcasts🔹Spotify🔹YouTube🔹iHeart🔹Amazon Music🔹Audible 🔹Wherever You Get Your Podcasts🔹

Entertainment Tonight Co-Host Kevin Frazier - Part 1

In Part 1 of our conversation, "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier joins me to talk about his ascent from FOX Sports to ESPN to the world's #1 entertainment news show. Kevin and I discuss his transition from sports to Hollywood and the evolution and future of reality TV. Kevin opens up about his love for Minnesota, ICE actions in Minneapolis, and why Minnesotans protested so strongly against ICE. And we delve into the damaging impact of social media on our relationships and the culture at large and why your followers are not the same as your friends. To connect with Kevin:⬇️ X: @KevinFrazier Facebook: @KevinFrazierOfficial Instagram: @kevinfrazier 🎙️ONCE UPON THE PODCAST Available On:⬇️ Apple Podcasts🔹Spotify🔹YouTube🔹iHeart🔹Amazon Music🔹Audible 🔹Wherever You Get Your Podcasts🔹

From ESPN Radio to Barrett Media Founder & CEO

In Episode 4, I am joined by Jason Barrett, former producer of ESPN Radio's "The Dan Patrick Show" & "GameNight" turned founder & CEO of Barrett Media - a daily destination for media professionals, providing consulting services to the nation's top audio & video brands. With a storied career at ESPN Radio; programming sports radio stations like San Francisco's 95.7 The Game, St. Louis' 101 ESPN, Philadelphia's SportsTalk 950 which later became 97.5 The Fanatic, & leading St. Louis' 590 The Fan KFNS, Jason launched Barrett Media in 2015. Since its start, Barrett Media has quickly become the go-to destination for the country's preeminent media brands. Jason talks about his path from the pinnacle of sports radio to the leader in media consultancy for the nation's top audio & video brands, why he made that leap, & the pivotal role that consistently learning & educating himself has played in his success. And we discuss in depth the state of media & the ever-evolving media landscape & its impact on consumers. To learn more about Jason:⬇️ 🌐website: barrettmedia.com To connect with Jason:⬇️ X: @sportsradiopd 🎙️ONCE UPON THE PODCAST Available On:⬇️ Apple Podcasts🔹Spotify🔹YouTube🔹iHeart🔹Amazon Music🔹Audible 🔹Wherever You Get Your Podcasts🔹

Restaurant Mogul Kenney Moore

Entrepreneur and restauranteur Kenney Moore, founder and president of the Highway 55 chain of restaurants, began his rise to restaurant mogul in 1991 when he opened his first diner, cooking every burger by himself from morning until night in full view of his customers, giving him the opportunity to chat and bond with them. From there came his focus on fresh food, hospitality, and a unique experience that gave his customers more than a traditional dining experience. 135 restaurants later, Kenny's innovative approach proved successful. Kenney and I discuss his journey from humble beginnings to restaurant magnate and how belief in himself and a strong work ethic were integral to his achievements. And we talk about how resilience, perseverance, adaptability, and purpose outside of yourself are key to attaining and sustaining success. To learn more about Kenny:⬇️ 🌐website: hwy55.com/about 🎙️ONCE UPON THE PODCAST Available On:⬇️ Apple Podcasts🔹Spotify🔹YouTube🔹iHeart🔹Amazon Music🔹Audible 🔹Wherever You Get Your Podcasts🔹