Join hosts Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc in this exciting episode of Flip Your Friday as they sit down with special guest Jerry Hairston Jr., an MLB legend turned broadcaster. Jerry shares his journey from a 16-year professional baseball career, including a World Series win with the New York Yankees, to his new role as a sports broadcaster. He opens up about his family's three-generation legacy in Major League Baseball, the influence of notable figures like Dusty Baker, and the mindset tricks that helped him overcome slumps and succeed. Jerry also delves into the importance of preparation, consistency, and confidence, whether on the field or in business. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights and inspiring stories from one of baseball's greats.

Topics:

00:49 Introducing Jerry Harrison Jr.

01:20 Jerry's MLB Career Highlights

03:43 Legacy of the Harrison Family

05:01 Grandfather's Journey in Baseball

08:05 Lessons from Baseball to Life

10:53 Consistency and Discipline

11:30 Mindset and Confidence

19:47 Transition to Broadcasting

25:31 Leadership and Team Culture

27:59 The Decision to Stop Playing

28:49 Cal Ripken Jr.'s Humility and Leadership

29:40 Cal Ripken Jr.'s Final Seasons

30:27 Playing with Cal Ripken Jr.

30:56 Great Teammates and Memories

31:22 Dusty Baker's Impact

33:12 A Career-Saving Call from Dusty Baker

34:19 The Journey Back to the Big Leagues

35:55 The Importance of Reps and Self-Awareness

42:32 Transitioning to Business

42:48 Starting a Successful Agency

44:21 Similarities Between Sports and Business

46:42 The Dodgers' Rockstar Organization

49:57 Shohei Ohtani: The Best Athlete in the World

55:36 Final Thoughts and Batting Cage Fun

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Join hosts Wynn Silberman and Casey LeBlanc as they sit down with MLS player Tommy Thompson to discuss his career with the San Jose Earthquakes. In this episode, Tommy opens up about his growth as a player, the challenges he’s faced, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his time in Major League Soccer. Whether you’re a fan of the Earthquakes or just a soccer enthusiast, you’ll get valuable insights into what it takes to build a successful career in professional soccer.

Topics:

00:00:05 - Introduction and Early Career Decisions

00:03:27 - Discipline and Routine as a Young Athlete

00:07:32 - Overcoming Physical Limitations with Skill Development

00:12:08 - Transition to Professional Soccer and Contract Insights

00:17:19 - Comparing MLS to International Soccer

00:22:39 - Game Preparation and Film Study in Soccer

00:29:07 - Learning Spanish and Its Impact on Career

00:36:13 - Daily Discipline and Training as a Free Agent

00:43:57 - Free Agency and Exploring Global Opportunities

00:48:34 - Leadership Lessons from Great Coaches

00:51:48 - Balancing Ego and Confidence as a Professional Athlete

00:54:08 - Supporting the San Diego Zoo and Closing Remarks

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In this episode, hosts Casey LeBlanc and Wynn Silberman sit down with the dynamic Pro Basketball player, New Williams, for an insightful conversation.

Join us as we delve into New's journey from the neighborhood courts to playing pro ball. From the challenges he faced, his WHY, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

Chapters

00:55 - Introduction

02:00 - The G League

03:44 - What is a 2-way Contract

04:48 - Playing with Ignite

06:20 - “Stop dunking the ball” -Jerry West

07:19 - New Williams’ vertical jump

10:57 - ACL Injury and What Happened After

18:52 - The mental impact of the injury

19:44 - Rehab and Training

23:15 - The mentality before surgery

24:23 - Surroundings and people in sports and business

27:32 - The fundamental things to get back up

29:08 - The “Why” that fuels the fire

30:42 - Success and staying motivated

32:42 - Being comfortable in the journey

37:51 - The origin of NEW

38:37 - Pro basketball playing career

40:10 - The end goal

41:32 - Passions and Businesses

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