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Nothing is more motivating or inspiring than knowing that someone else believes in you. It is a wonderful feeling to know that someone believes in you, makes you feel that you can go out and conquer the world.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Thakkeus Bam Bryant. Bam Bryant is currently the Wide Receiver Coach for Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Bryant, a former standout wide receiver at the University of Arkansas. A lettered and dedicated team player, Bryant helped the Razorbacks win the 2002 SEC Western Division championship, and was part of the Razorbacks teams that played in Las Vegas, Cotton and Music City bowls. In his first two seasons as wide receivers coach at Gulf Coast, the school won its fifth national championship and the quarterback had the two highest completion percentages in school history. He earned his associate degree from Upper Iowa in 2000 and a bachelor’s in human resource management from Arkansas in 2003. Bryant played high school football at Bartow, Fla., where he was a three-sport letterman. Bryant and his wife Christina have four children: Braylon, Dallis, Landyn, and Kennede. The Life and Football Podcast is available on the following platforms On Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube! Lifeandfootball.com

In honor of Black History Month I want to show love to my HBCU Alabama State University! Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) were established to serve the educational needs of black Americans. Prior to the time of their establishment, and for many years afterwards, blacks were generally denied admission to traditionally white institutions. HBCUs help close the racial wealth gap. In 2016, HBCUs awarded 26% of all bachelor's degrees granted to Black students, while comprising only 9% of four-year institutions. By helping Black students earn a degree, these schools increase graduates' earning potential.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our Special Guest was Phillip Kirkland. Phillip Kirkland is a former Wide Receiver for Bethune Cookman University, he’s jersey number while there was number 82. Phillip also a short free agent stint with the New York Jets. Phillip was born and raised in Quincy, Florida. He attend James A. Shanks High School before it closed as a High School onto the new zoned East Gadsden County High School (Currently Gadsden County High School). While at East Gadsden and Bethune Cookman he was a star football and track athlete. This was a great interview! With Phillip it is evident that sports have had a big impact on the culture of HBCU life and enjoyment of learning influence far beyond the playing field. Phillip stated that most people see that athletes are so focused on their sport and performing well athletically that they only worry about maintaining their eligibility. And in some cases many of these students choose easy majors and take easy. Phillip said that he did not want to be the normal stereotypes that exist about the academic success and failure of student-athletes. The idea of the “dumb jock” is often unchallenged, by the general public and academic community. Just know that Phillip Kirkland always loved learning and School work above playing any sports. Phillip gives a detailed look into his life journey. He’s currently working as an IT engineer with Home Depot, he manages staff members, and he’s a recruiter for the company as well. Phillip loves giving back as he is on a board at BCU, mentor’s students at BCU who has interest in engineering and he has plans on starting programs and motivating kids from his hometown of Quincy, Florida.

How to find a life partner or choosing the right life partner is a high stake decision and it starts with understanding what to look for in a life partner. Finding the right partner is essential for a happy and healthy marriage.  A person willing to be in a long-term relationship with you will show genuine support for your ambitions and goals in life. Your potential life partner should be supportive of your plans to advance your career or pursue a worthy course.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Peyton Ramsey. Peyton Ramsey is a former Quarterback for Northwestern and Indiana in the Big. Peyton is also a 2021 NFL Draft prospect. This was a great interview! Peyton is coming off of an MVP appearance and win over Auburn U in the Citrus Bowl. Northwestern's successful season is largely due to Peyton's unflappable leadership on the field. Elder graduate Peyton Ramsey played four seasons at Indiana and another at Northwestern before deciding to go to the NFL. He capped off his college career with a Citrus Bowl win over Auburn. In 2020, the Cincinnati native went 7-2 at Northwestern and led the Wildcats to their second Big Ten Championship Game in program history. Peyton Ramsey won the MVP after leading Northwestern past Auburn 35-10 in the Citrus Bowl. He passed for three touchdowns and ran for a score. #B1GCats #GoCats #IUFB

Please click and listen to this amazing story of speaking things into existence!! Dexter Jackson told Reggie Barlow before the 2003 Big Game that he was going to win MVP!! If words have power, that means everything you say is shaping your life. You may not feel it or see it the minute you speak it, but those words are planting seeds. Just look back on your life or even where you are now. https://youtu.be/CujvZRyvqSA

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Shane McGough. Shane McGough is the former starting Offensive Lineman(Center) for FIU and now a 2021 NFL DRAFT Prospect. Shane's Older brother is a former FIU Panther great and now NFL quarterback Alex McGough. Shane played his Highschool at Gaither in Tampa, Florida. Earned 2015 All-Hillsborough Honorable Mention recognition at Gaither HS. Named a First-Team All-Western Conference selection in 2015. A three-year varsity letterwinner at Gaither High School under Head Coach Jason Stokes. A two-way player for the Cowboys, seeing action at offensive and defensive tackle. Named a 2014 First-Team All-Western Conference selection and an All-Hillsborough County Honorable Mention honoree. In 2018 with FIU he Appeared in 13 games at right guard, making nine starts. Was part of an offensive line that allowed a school-record low eight sacks all season, which ranked first in Conference USA and third overall in the nation. In 2019 and 2020 Shane played and started in all games. He ended the 2020 year on a great note by being invited to the Hula Bowl All Star game in Hawaii!!

Working with friends can be a very enjoyable experience, but it doesn’t come without challenges. If you go for it, always communicate expectations clearly as the line between work and personal life can become blurry. A business partnership is like a marriage. Some of the key traits you would look for in a spouse include trust, communication, honesty, respect and the ability to compromise. We also value these same traits when looking to build a business partnership. Certain times friends and family members make good business partners. Since you’ve already spent a great deal of time together, you have unique insights into the relationship to help you decide whether they will make good business partners or not.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Heather Sabb. Heather Sabb is a Luxury Realtor. She is also a Mother, Florida State University Alumni, and Business owner of https://nothingbutsweats.com. Trust us if you are selling a home, want to purchase a home, or looking at rental property Heather Sabb is the Realtor that will get the job done. This was a great interview that will give anyone great over all view of the home buying or selling experience. Heather's son Peter Warrick Jr. is just starting his freshman year at Florida Atlantic University. Heather is a realtor that understands and knows that a property is more than just bricks and mortar, it’s about people. She also understands the process can be complex and trying at times. She is comfortable talking to people from all walks of life, possess a deep understanding of the area in which she operates, and has a strong sales history to back up her claims.

The Life and Football Podcast has great qualities and benefits that has the possibilities if you listen, to help in your personal lives, including: A better circle of friends and social networks, improved self-esteem and confidence, higher grades at school and in academic work, and even better health and general well-being.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Keiwan Ratliff. Keiwan Ratliff is a former Defensive Back for the NFL and for University of Florida. Keiwan Ratliff is Currently the Assistant Director of Player Personnel. Ratliff was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio. Ratliff accepted an athletic scholarship to attend the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, where he played for coach Steve Spurrier and coach Ron Zook's Florida Gators football teams from 2000 to 2003. During his four-season college career with the Gators, he set school records for punt return yards (860), interceptions in a season (9), and interceptions in a single game (3). He was a first-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) selection in 2002 and 2003, and a consensus first-team All-American in 2003. As a senior team captain, he was recognized as the SEC Defensive Player of the Year by Sporting News, and was picked by his teammates as the Gators' most valuable player. Ratliff was inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a "Gator Great" in 2013. The Cincinnati Bengals selected Ratliff in the second round (forty-ninth overall pick).

God I come to you right now for all of the young Football Players across the World Bless them Bless them and their dreams to be successful cause God that's what we truly want. We all have a dream and a passion to grow and become something other than just something for the moment we actually want to grow, we want to be happy, we want to be successful And the Game of Football God has brought so many young men across the United States Joy, Achievement , and the Opportunity to be successful Lord continue to bless these young men to be unique, to be a part of the team, and be their selves Lord. I ask that you continue Bless all of us Lord including me and this Life and Football Platform and C Moore as well to continue to grow and put out positive information that will not only help these young men but it will help their Families as well God these blessings I ask in your name Amen.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Sean McEvoy. Sean McEvoy helps players at all levels with Quarterback Development through the Quarterback Takeover Training Program. The Quarterback Takeover program provides through actionable training and the personal guidance of our staff, our quarterbacks are able to excel on the field and take their game to the next level. Sean McEvoy partnered with Quincy Avery to launch Quarterback Takeover. Coach McEvoy lives in Georgia with his wife and four sons. Coach McEvoy is an enthusiastic, high-energy, and passionate coach dedicated to achieving maximum results from each player he serves.  He has been fortunate to work with numerous quarterbacks who have excelled at all levels of competitive play, including many of the top NCAA and NFL QBs. Quarterback Takeover currently offers the best training options for quarterbacks at all levels, including training programs for NFL Draft Prep, NFL/NCAA Off-Season, and HS/Youth development year-round.

This is the Life and Football Sunday Motivation and Dedication to Growth! You can't stop God plan, so don't give up. Look people are losing their lives every day young and old Check it out I see Life as a three-story complex journey 1 make A Plan 2 build a solid foundation 3 and continue to grow and develop on that foundation. Just know that you are a miracle and that one day the whole world is going to know your name. Stay focused and God Bless!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Brian Smith (Big Smitty). Brian Smith was a big time Offensive Lineman in his playing days. Smith born and raised in Quincy, Florida. Brian played Offensive Tackle for James A. Shanks High School football team under Head Coach Andy Gay. Smith Highschool Football team was great his junior season packed with tons of Talent. With a total of 15 players signing with schools like Clemson, Florida State, Louisville, Troy, Famu, Georgia, Tuskegee, Delta State! In this episode Brian says that his two favorite players of time is Deion Sanders and Willie Simmons. Willie Simmons was Smith Highschool Quarterback, who went on to play at Clemson, and currently is the Head Football Coach at FAMU. After Highschool Football Smith went on to play at NorthEast Mississippi Community College. After junior college football Brian said he had a very difficult decision to make between picking Tuskegee and FAMU. Smith eventually decided to be close to family and play at FAMU for the legendary Coach Billy Joe. Smith also shared some personal information about his son dealing with what's called the Barrer Syndrome. Barre Syndrome is a rare disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves. This was a great interview that truly displays the heart of a winner and Life & Football!

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In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Tarron Jackson. Tarron Jackson just completed a phenomenal career as a Defensive End with Coastal Carolina. Jackson will soon be participating in the Senior Bowl and he will definitely be drafted in the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft. Jackson has been a matchup nightmare for opposing offensive tackles all year long. Jackson recently wrapped up his 2020 campaign with an impressive 8.5 sacks in 13 games. He rode that success en route to earning Associated Press All-America honors. Jackson has also captured All-America recognition from ESPN. He was also named the Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year and earned All-Sun Belt first team honors for the second-straight season. Jackson Graduated in May 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. TARRONJACKSON is from Aiken, S.C he played high school football at Silver Bluff HS.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was David Moore. David Moore is a former Offensive Lineman for Grambling State University and One of the top offensive line NFL prospects in all of college football in the upcoming 2021 Draft. According to Reese’s Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy, Moore is the highest-rated HBCU prospect on the showcase’s board and is the third-best FCS player. Since opting out, the 6-3, 320-pound offensive guard has been in Houston, training with former Houston Oiler lineman Bruce Matthews. Moore has all of the following traits intelligence, toughness, work ethic, good character, and athletic ability. We truly believe that Moore will be drafted early and will be a great fit for any NFL Team! Moore Played football for at McClellan High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Sean Pugh. Sean Pugh is a Coach with Purdue as the Director of Football Player Development. In his role, Pugh counsels student-athletes and coaches, leads Bible studies, organizes community service initiatives and works with the student-athletes on life skills development. Pugh joined the Boilermakers after serving in a similar capacity as Western Kentucky’s football character coach from 2008 to 2016. Pugh also has served as a pastor at the Hillvue Heights Church (2010-15), the Western Kentucky campus director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (2014-16) and as the lead pastor at Church on the Main (2015-16). He got his start in collegiate athletics in the FCA’s training program at Auburn from 2007 to 2008.