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The Transition: Life After Sports

Author: Fernando Alvarez

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Fernando Alvarez, principal of JAG Insurance Group, recaps his journey from athlete to entrepreneur and how those worlds overlap, informing each other. In chronicling his transition from baseball to business, Fernie dispenses the knowledge and experiences that helped shape his success and hopes to inspire others going through their own transitions.
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Fernie sits down with Caleb Mezzy. Caleb has years of sports business and digital media experience, e's now the Industry Relations, Media Specialist at Neumann University's Sport Management Program in addition to his duties as a Professor in the Sports Management curriculum. Don't miss their fascinating conversation!
We kick off season 3 with one of the biggest free agents in the MLB today. Nick Castellanos, formerly of the Reds, Tigers, and Cubs came sat down with Fernie to discuss a myriad of topics. His insights are both thought-provoking & great insight into what it takes to make it in the MLB.
Fernie's own personal trainer, Reese Whitely comes onto the podcast. Reese recalls his past in basketball and how his faith has kept him centered, 
Former Miami Dolphin & Pittsburgh Steeler Kristoffer Doura comes on to discuss his life after a life-threatening incident on the field. His tenacity and will to live in the aftermath helped him transition from an athlete to a successful financial advisor. 
Manning Sumner, the owner of Legacy Fit Gyms, comes on to discuss the difference between his generation of athletes and the current one, his journey as a business owner, and what he expects from himself as well as others. 
Xavier Scruggs joins the podcast to discuss chasing his dream with Fernie. Xavier is a former MLB player and currently serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant for the St.Louis Cardinals as well as a broadcaster for ESPN. 
From his college football career at Penn to his time as a securitization expert on Wall Street, Solo has worked relentlessly to infuse greatness into every challenge and new venture he's ever taken on. He comes on to the podcast to talk about his latest venture, Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators. 
Former pro golfer and current realtor, Chris Carlin, chronicles his journey from one career to the other, while explaining how he learned to live with his anxiety. 
Fernie invited Ryan Jardine to the podcast to discuss Project Grapple, Ryan's initiative to use jiu jitsu to help inner city kids find a new passion.
Juan Rodriguez: At The Forefront Of A Burgeoning Industry Fernie explores the world of competitive gaming with Juan Rodriguez, whose goal is to to become the foremost financial advisor for gaming personalities.
Nolan Carroll returns to the podcast to have an honest discussion with Fernie regarding the current issues facing American society. They exchange ideas in order to better understand each other's perspectives. 
In the second part of Fernie's conversation with his old friend Marc Suarez, they discuss how their dreams have evolved and why you should seek out to build something rather than chase money when starting a business. 
Fernie sits down with his old friend and teammate, Marc Suarez. together they discuss old times, lessons learned and what the future holds. 
In the second part of their conversation, Richard and Fernie discuss how being present is required for success as well as finding the proper balance as an athlete. 
Richard Giannoti comes on the show and recounts his stints in the minor leagues with the San Francisco Giants and Anaheim Angels and how he transitioned into finance once his career was over.
Former American University Tennis Player Lourdes Riusech Avino comes on the podcast to discuss her athletic career, some troubling times in her life and how her son inspired Yteach, her educational app. 
In the second part of their conversation, Fernie and David discuss shaking athletes out of an "average" mindset and how to identify those with a true drive to succeed. 
Former Cincinnati Red and current MLB scout, David Espinosa sits down with Fernie to discuss his journey to the MLB and the unforgettable moments it produced. 
In the second half of their conversation, Fernie and Carlos delve deeper into the  values and habits that need to be instilled into young athletes. 
Fernie sits down with Carlos de la Osa. A former three time state champion at the high school level, Carlos now dedicates himself to training and mentoring the next generation of baseball players. 
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