Former Alabama wide receiver Mac Hereford joins The Intangible Podcast to unpack what it’s really like to grind your way into Nick Saban’s program — and how that experience shaped his mindset beyond football.

From waking up at 4:30 AM to catch passes in front of D1 scouts, to earning his spot on one of the greatest college football teams ever, Mac reveals the discipline, faith, and character that carried him through it all.

This episode dives deep into mental toughness, leadership, and the transferable skills athletes can carry into life after sports. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, or a coach — this one’s packed with lessons on work ethic, confidence, and keeping the main thing the main thing.

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What happens when the game ends — but your purpose is just beginning?
In this powerful episode of The Intangible Podcast, former Tennessee defensive back Derrick Furlow Jr. joins host Chris Spencer to talk about the real work that begins after the final whistle.

Derrick opens up about growing up in southwest Atlanta, finding football as his escape, and how a devastating ACL injury forced him to face a bigger question: Who am I outside the game?
Now an author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Derrick has dedicated his life to helping athletes navigate transition, mental health, and leadership with intention and purpose.

From walking on at Tennessee to earning two degrees in four years, Derrick’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, mindset, and service over self.

If you’re an athlete, coach, or parent wondering what separates the good from the great — this conversation is for you.

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From walk-on to Pro Bowler — Marc Mariani’s story is pure grit. In this episode of The Intangible Podcast hosted by former NFL center Chris Spencer, Marc opens up about growing up in small-town Montana, walking on at the University of Montana, and earning his way to the NFL as a seventh-round pick of the Tennessee Titans.

Marc shares how his underdog mentality, love for the process, and relentless competitive fire took him from being 5’5”, 95 pounds in high school to becoming a Pro Bowl return specialist. He dives into how lessons from his Montana roots shaped his work ethic, how he bounced back from a career-altering injury, and why he still approaches life, business, and fatherhood with that same “win the day” mindset.

This episode is for every young athlete, parent, and coach who believes effort, attitude, and resilience matter more than stats.

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