In this powerful episode of Blacklight on Sports, hosts Charles Hallman and Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald sit down with Sam Willis—former basketball standout turned entrepreneur and youth mentor. Hailing from Minneapolis Roosevelt’s legendary 1993 squad, Willis went on to play college and professional ball before returning home with a new mission: serving his community.

Today, Willis is the proud owner of Just Turkey in South Minneapolis and a familiar face in the world of local journalism, having appeared on WCCO and SPNN. He opens up about his journey from athlete to business owner, his work with Save Our Sons, and how he's using food, mentorship, and storytelling to give back to the city that raised him.

Whether you're a sports fan, entrepreneur, or someone who believes in the power of second chapters, this episode is for you.

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