In this week’s episode, we sit down with 2X NFL Pro Bowl Tight End, Vernon Davis. Vernon shares his personal and professional journey from growing up in Washington DC to becoming one of the best tight end’s in the National Football League. Vernon also shares how he is adapting to life post retirement and why having a “thinking ahead” mentality, has set him up for success both on the field and off the field. As we get older, we become wiser and gain wisdom to better understand ourselves and to make better decisions. Vernon shares some personal experiences that have helped him re-shape his thoughts and in turn re-shaped his life. We talk about his Mike Singletary Moment (Coach Mike Singletary's "CAN'T DO IT" rant) from 2008 and how that moment changed who he is as an athlete and an individual. He also does a great impression of Coach Singletary, which is a can’t miss! We also talk about playing with former NFL QB, Peyton Manning and what he learned from his process and how that impacted him professionally. Vernon also shares his thoughts on his former teammate, Alex Smith, his devastating injury and his road to back to the NFL. What next for Vernon? Plan to see him in your next favorite blockbuster thriller. Vernon has also been dominating his passion for acting and talks about his current and upcoming acting projects that you will definitely want to check out. All of this and a ton more on this episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can find more about Vernon and what he is up to at: www.vernondavis.com @vernondavis85 on Instagram

W/Former NFL Head Coach and Sports Analyst, Eric Mangini. This week former NFL Head Coach and current FOX Sports Analyst, Eric Mangini joins the show and shares a ton of great insight from his time as a NFL Head Coach, to working with New England Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick, Quarterback Tom Brady and the future of the NFL during this COVID-19 epidemic. One of the toughest parts about being a NFL Head Coach is the constant criticism you receive from not just the fans, but the players, ownership and the media. Coach Mangini shares some great insight how he has navigated the criticism, shifted his perspective and how we can use the same process to change our focus about our critics. Ever wonder why the New England Patriots are so successful ? Even when they may not have the most high profile players? Well, it all starts with a forward thinking mentality and a process that very few teams can duplicate. Coach talks about the Belichick “P.H.D.” process and why having an understanding of all aspects of your ”job” can give you a significant advantage over your competitors. We also ask Coach Mangini questions about Tom Brady’s move to Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NFL Draft , whether he sees himself returning to the NFL in a coaching capacity and why choosing to work as an analyst for ESPN came at a very important time in his life and career. All of this and a ton more, in this FIRE episode of The White Tiger Podcast.

What’s up White Tigers ? This week we bring you a very special sit down with not just a great guy, but recently retried NFL Tight End for the San Fransisco 49ers, Garrett Celek. During our conversation with Garrett, He shares his journey from growing up in Cincinnati Ohio, to playing college football at Michigan State University and later getting a tryout with the San Fransisco 49ers. Garrett talks about the ups’ and down’s of going undrafted and playing in the NFL, the physical and mental challenges of the sport and why being adaptable and consistent is important to a player’s longevity in the league. He also talked about the importance of getting outside your comfort zone and also shares a personal story about how he pushed himself to be better pass catcher and how that payed dividends on and off the field. We also dive into the thought process around Garrett’s decision to retire from pro football and some of the reasons why most pro players contemplate leaving and why some choose to keep playing. Who was the toughest personal he had to block in the NFL ? Who is person who pushed him to truly realize what he was capable of ? & What advice did his father give him at young age that still impacts him today? Find the answers to all these questions and more in this FIRE episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can follow Garrett on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/gcells/?hl=en Also check out this episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/pLPghT_fkzU

An insiders look into the personal financial playbook of professional athletes with pro soccer player, Amobi Okugo. This week we get to share an amazing and empowering conversation with not just a great guy, but also a friend of the podcast, Amobi Okugo. Amobi is professional soccer player and current mid-fielder for the Austin Bold FC. He is also the founder of “A Frugal Athlete”, which provides an insiders look into the personal financial playbook of professional athletes. In this episode, we talk to Amobi about his current time with the Austin Bold and how COVID-19 has impacted his season, his routine and his mindset. He also talks about his professional journey from playing soccer on various club and national teams, to his college time at UCLA and getting drafted by the Philadelphia Union of the MLS (Major League Soccer). Amobi also shares his inspiration behind “ A Frugal Athlete” and how he is sharing athlete stories about money management and how they are making smart career and business decisions. We talk about the power of goal setting, time management, focused multitasking and how they all can help you get closer to your goals. All of this and much more on this episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can find more about Amobi Okugo and “A Frugal Athlete” at: https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/ www.amobiokugo.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCPuA6Qje8lPqjJavvZSR5kg https://www.afrugalathlete.com A Frugal Athlete Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-frugal-athlete-podcast-network/id1340977131 You Can Follow The White Tiger Podcast on Social: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast https://www.facebook.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/https://twitter.com/whitetiger092?lang=en

This week it is our honor to bring you an amazing conversation with Father, Husband, Keynote Speaker & Paralympian, Joe Delagrave. Joe Delagrave, Co-Captain of Team USA Wheelchair Rugby, was a 19-year-old college football player when he became paralyzed after a freak boating accident. After his accident, Joe struggled to find identity and purpose in life. Despite all the challenges he continued to face, he shares how he found his way to get back up. (Excerpt from CAF-Challenged Athletes Foundation) In this episode, Joe shares his inspiring story and some insight about his rehabilitation after his accident and why the process was just as much mental as it was physical. Joe also tells us about having a victor instead of victim mentality and why inspiration can be found in what you do when you fail, compared to what you do in the moment of victory. We also talk about his upcoming olympic journey, how he has been managing life during COVID-19, the importance of putting in the work, creating good habits and much more on this inspirational episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can find more about Joe Delagrave at: Website: https://www.joedelagrave.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdelagrave/ Instagram: @jdelagrave14 Twitter: @JoeDelagrave YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3-NnGVQY7qsFPX8lOczIYw/featured