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Change is hard. But every great beginning starts with change. If you’re thinking about what’s first? what’s next? or what you can do to jumpstart your new beginning, we want to welcome you to The Next Season. Retired NFL Tight End, Asante Cleveland and former police detective, Craig Casaletto want to team up with you by sharing their experience from on, in and off-the-field to help you figure out what your next season looks like and how you can better prepare for the challenge that change brings.
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This week, Asante and Craig chat about the Washington D.C. Capitol Riots and what it means for all of us moving forward. Craig also gives a law enforcement perspective on how this situation unfolded and why things got extremely and unnecessarily out of control. They also share their opinions on if the police were responsible for the incident and why the situation could have been easily avoided. As much as things change, why do they always seem to stay the same?  The fellas talk about why people have a tendency to hate what they don’t understand and why there is a practical long-term solution to making an impact on all these issues right now!Craig also talks about finally getting around to watching The Game Of Thrones and how it has completely consumed his life and why he is out for blood. They also jump into some sports talk and  breakdown the final game of the NFL season and ask whether or not the Philadelphia Eagles purposely lost the game and what does they mean from players perpectiove, All of this and more on this week's episode of The White Tiger Podcast.
2020 is over! But has much really changed ? One thing that has changed is our perspective here at The White Tiger Podcast. We learned the value of life, time and the importance of feeding yourself with positive information.In this week's episode, Asante and Craig start off by reflecting on what they learned from 2020 and how a small change of perspective can pay significant dividends on your mental and physical health. They also talk about the new Pixar movie "Soul" and how it it relates to the pandemic and why the message it delivers is really important for us all to hear, especially now. One thing that most people are craving right now is connection and it's not just connection with others, but also yourself. The guys talk about how they got creative in 2020 and how they are applying that to new business ventures and goals for the new year.We cant have an WTP episode without a little sports talk. We chat about the NBA, The New York Knicks and Why the College Football Championship is the biggest sham, needs to change now and is simply completely broken. We have the solution!One word that defeinetely resonates with us this year is Service. Our goal is to give back and help as many as we can. We can't do that without you! Thank you for all the support and if you know someone that would love this podcast, please share it. It never goes unnoticed !Now let's go get 2021!
Tough times prepare us for tough times. As we get towards the end of the year, we look back on what 2020 and the COVID craziness has done to make us better.This week, Asante and Craig talk about how we can finish out 2020 on a high note and create momentum going into the new year. They also talk about how the pandemic has impacted all of us from a mental perspective and how getting physical can pay significant dividends in your health, wealth and relationship with yourself. We also dive into some interesting news about former NFL quarterback and former teammate of Asante’s, Colin Kaepernick and Why Craig is finally gaping to make his Olympic run in the 2024 Sumer Olympics in Paris. Bonus Christmas Movie Review: Craig drops his rant on why Home Alone is the worst X-Mas movie going and also talks about a couple of movies that you may be sleeping on. Hear all of this and much more on this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast!
We all have greatness within us. Each of us possess qualities and traits that make us great at our craft and also help us pursue and achieve the things that we may have thought at one time or another were impossible. In this week’s podcast, we have the honor to sit down with Olympic Gold Medalist, Coach and Author of the book, Better Great Than Never, Lindsay Shoop.Lindsay shares some great insight on how we all can find greatness in our personal and professional lives and why embracing who you are and just getting a little better each day can  get you closer to your own “Olympic” goals. Make a big decision lately? Lindsay talks about why our big decisions are the ones made during each moment of everyday and how that perspective helped her move closer towards being a better competitive rower and first-time author. Want to know how to be more confident? It all comes down to this one word...a thing that you can control and will ultimately help you crush your goals. We also talk about the beauty of being part of a team,  why communication + learning = getting better and why being anxious could be just a sign that you are really care about something very important. Hear of all this and much much more in this empowering, inspiring and motivating episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can find Lindsay’s book, Better Great then Never on Amazon or right here at: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Great-Than-Never-Believing-ebook/dp/B08LYC6NL4 You can also catch her at https://www.lindsaydareshoop.com and on Instagram @lindsaydareshoop
"I simply do it, because they say I can’t”…powerful words from this week’s podcast guest. In this episode of the White Tiger Podcast we have the honor to sit down with an amazing individual with an equally amazing story. ⁣⁣Today, we introduce you to Jim Metzger. Jim is the President and Founder of High End Development, which has been a leader in the construction industry since 2006.⁣⁣What makes Jim’s story so unique is not so much his success, but his challenge. Jim grew up as a child of a single mom in a poverty stricken community in the San Fransisco Bay Area. While struggling with self-doubt as a kid, Jim battled with drug addiction, homelessness and eventually found himself doing time in prison. ⁣⁣Jim’s path eventually came to a point where he had to make choice to either continue to be part of the problem or make the decision to be part of the solution. Jim shares an amazing story about the power of perspective and how a making a conscious choice to change his behavior, ultimately change his life. ⁣⁣He also talks about why each of us need to have consequences in  life in order for us to focus on making the right choices and avoid continually making the wrong ones. ⁣⁣Jim also shares how he is giving back to the homeless community and why the skills and the lessons learned from the street, give them an advantage to finding significant success in life.⁣⁣Listen to this great conversation with Jim Metzger only on this week’s episode of the White Tiger Podcast.⁣
Making The Most of Your Opportunity w/ 4X NFL Veteran, Kevin GreeneDuring the course of our lives, we all face moments of opportunity. It’s typically what we do or don’t do during those moments that defines who we are and what we achieve. In this week’s episode, we sit down with a great friend and an amazing individual, who truly inspires us to always make the most of each opportunity we are presented with. His name is Kevin Greene.Kevin is a former USC Trojan Alum and 4X NFL Veteran. He is current flexing the skills he acquired both on the field and off and is now making waves in the corporate sector with Salesforce.Kevin chats with us about his atypical football journey and how he started playing football as a Junior in high school. He also shares the power of focusing on the present and seizing each opportunity presented, which ultimately helped him get recruited by the University of Southern California and subsequently find a spot the NFL. We also talk about managing the uncertainty of being a professional athlete and why you should always be letting people know who you are.Kevin also shares his passion for cars, how he is sharing that passion with his community and why you may also find him chasing the latest sneaker drop or sharing his fitness journey on social media at #R3NTPAID Hear this very inspiring and very real episode of The White Tiger Podcas..t..live now. Follow Kevin on Insta @kevin.greene Also Check out the Pod on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWug?view_as=subscriber 
Caught Up In Positivity w/ Celebrity Coach, Psychology Expert and Author, Rob Mack  What’s up White Tiger’s and welcome to a very timely and positivity fueled episode of The White Tiger Podcast. This week, we have a very much needed conversation with not just an amazing human being, but also a great friend of ours, Rob Mack.Robert is an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Executive Coach, and Author. He is one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between happiness and success. His work has also been endorsed by Oprah, Vanessa Williams, and many others, and he has been a regularly featured guest expert on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Networks, OWN, and KTLA, and in magazines like GQ, Self, Health, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour.Have you been noticing some negative thoughts and behaviors creep into your life lately ? In this week’s episode, Rob shares how we can work more positivity back into our life, especially during COVID. He also provides us with some mental tricks and hacks that we can use to maintain a positive perspective and take care of our mental fitness.Rob also shares why consistency is always greater than intensity and how focusing on your progress can help you rewire your brain and change those negative behaviors you’ve always  wanted to address.  We also debunk the idea of  “No Pain, No Gain” and talk about the importance of not just having positive people around you, but also surrounding yourself with others who are also diverse in thought. There are a ton of gems and great tips in this episode that will help us be more positive, get out of our comfort zones and walk out of this COVID pandemic stronger than we when we walked in. Check out this episode now available on all podcast platforms and on our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWugYou can find out more about Rob and what he is up to at: http://www.coachrobmack.comHe can also be found on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmackofficial/?hl=enAlso Check out Rob’s Book (Happiness from the Inside Out: The Art and Science of Fulfillment) on amazon.    
Disclaimer/PSA: There is some “spicy” language in this episode This week, we are proud to introduce you to the biggest Joe we know. The very talented, funny and just an amazing human being, former NFL Tight End, Joseph Fauria.In this episode, Asante and Craig sit down with Joe and talk about his football journey, from growing up in Southern California, to going undrafted and later being signed by the Detroit Lions. We chat about the story behind (no pun intended) how he got kicked out of the University of Notre Dame, left for community college and later received a scholarship from UCLA under the strangest of circumstances. Joe also shares a very personal perspective on the high’s and low’s of a pro football career, the thrill of having a great rookie season and several years later trying to figure out where life after football was going to take him.For every door that closes, another one opens and in Joe’s case, the acting door came flying open. Joe talks about living in LA, his passion for acting and loving the craft. He also breaks down the parallels between acting and football and also shares his perspective about learning from the past to create a better future. Hear all of this extremely funny, heartfelt, genuine and authentic podcast now!You can also follow Joe on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bigjoe/?hl=enCheck out the full video of this podcast in YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWug
GOAT Alert! This week we drop an amazing episode, with an AMAZING human being & one of the greatest tight end's in NFL History, Antonio Gates.❗❗⁠⁠What is more impressive than being an 8x Pro Bowler, 5x NFL All-Pro and Future NFL Hall of Famer? For us, its no doubt..HIS STORY. ⁠⁠Antonio's story is nothing short of incredible and he shares some amazing insight we don't think anyone has heard before. ⁠⁠Antonio talks about his journey growing up in Detroit, to how he chose where he went to college at the 11th hour, to his fears, thoughts on underachieving and what "success" means to him. ⁠⁠He also shares a very funny story about how NFL Hall of Famer & Former College Basketball Player, Tony Gonzalez chickened out of playing him in one-on-one basketball.⁠You can also check out the complete video of our interview with Antonio on YouTube, also live this Wednesday, Oct 7th. ⁠Check Antonio out on Twitter at https://twitter.com/antoniogates85?lang=en
In this week's episode, Asante and Craig talk about their personal pursuit of success and how an amazing book not only found them at the right time, but also changed the way they think. They also talk about getting trapped by social media and how it may be having a negative impact on the way you think and how your condition your thoughts. Have you ever been caught by a stranger singing in your car? Craig shares a story about someone he "knows" getting caught in his car singing Cardi B, which prompted the question..."Is this OK?". Do you like to be organized as much as we do? Well, if you do and are own an Apple iPhone you may have already downloaded IOS 14. Asante and Craig share their love of the new iPhone update, how it's scratching an OCD itch and much more. The fellas also break down the latest football news ands talk about their brand new Friday Football episodes dropping every week during the football season on YouTube. Hear this and much more on this week's episode of The White Tiger Podcast.Book Link: Three Feet From Gold: https://amzn.to/36m8lbiThe White Tiger Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWugThe White Tiger Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/
This week on the podcast, we are joined by Musician, Singer/ Songwriter and former NFL Offensive Tackle, Joe Barksdale.Joe shares some amazing insight into his football journey and how it created an opportunity for him to pursue his childhood passion of being a musician. Joe opens up about his struggles with playing in the NFL, what he learned from being a pro on the field and how he carried that experience to his music career.He also drops some major tips that helped him improve his mental health, what he used as motivation to always get better and why he is going to be the next guitar legend. Not all pro athletes have a “passion” for playing the game, but Joe shares how even though his motivation may have been different than other athletes, his process of achieving success was the same. Hear all this and more on this week’s episode. You can also check out Joe Barksdale on Social at: https://www.instagram.com/jbdale72/?hl=enAn at his website at: https://www.joebarksdale.comYou can also check out the full video of the episode on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWugCheck out Joe and his band Truly on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2D2t42faoTbwWjhMgiVHxm
In this week’s episode, the fellas talk about how difficult it is to take a break and why sometimes it is not only important, but necessary in order for you to accomplish your goals. They also go public about the future of The White Tiger Podcast and ask for your help in holding them accountable. Football is back !! and we dive into the in’s and outs of what we saw on opening night in the NFL and what we expect to see this year. We also talk about something that has never happened in sports world before, why we need to talk more about sports betting and why it is so important to share great messages. Have something you’re passionate about, but are struggling to start? Asante gets us motivated to pursue our passions and why there is no better time than now to do it. Check out this week’s episode and let us know what you think. Reach out to us on social at: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWug?view_as=subscriber
Have you ever encountered something in your life that you believed was totally impossible to attain or achieve? Did you ever think that your current life circumstances impacted your ability or means to accomplish the things that you could only dream of ? Most of us often encounter moments in our life where our minds and bodies are tested beyond what is comfortable. And it’s during those times  that we truly find out who we are and what choices we tend to make. Our guest this week, tells an AMAZING story about encountering the impossible, both personally and professionally and what he did to overcome the slim odds, to achieve the unattainable. His name is Rafael Badziag, he’s a global entrepreneur, top TED speaker and author of The Billion Dollar Secret: 20 Principles of Billionaire Wealth and Success, where he connected with and interviewed 21 self-made billionaires and identified 20 common principles of billionaire wealth and success.We start this episode talking about how to achieve the impossible. Rafael tells an amazing story about his journey into ultramarathon running and how competing in a grueling desert ultramarathon, showed him not only what he was truly capable of, but also confirmed that we are all able to achieve things way beyond our perceived limits. Rafael also talks about achieving the impossible in his professional life. He talks about his book, The Billion Dollar Secret and how he was able to overcome the slim probability of connecting with one billionaire (5,000,000 to 1) to interviewing 21 billionaires! Not only does he share how he was able to connect with them, but also the commonalities that they possess that helped them achieve their billionaire status. We also talk about how he was able to use the information he learned from his interviews and book project to help him on his own entrepreneurial and personal journey.  Rafael also explains why fear is truly our worst enemy and why we can learn a lot about who we are by going through traumatic situations. You can hear all of our empowering conversation with Rafael Badziag in this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast!.You can find Rafael’s Book The Billion Dollar Secret” on Amazon as https://amzn.to/3iV6ME1You can also watch Rafael on his Billion Dollar Secret YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj7QUwawwMEDUbC4eaiEAZw
Hey Everyone! This week, we have a very special episode to share with you. We had the honor to sit down and chat with Retired Navy SEAL Commander & Co-Founder of Performance Mountain, Jack Riggins  In this episode, we talk to Commander Riggins about his Navy SEAL journey and some of the most important take-away’s from his training and combat experience that we all can use find success in our own space. We also chat about the power of failure and why more people need to be looking to fail in order to grow. Commander Riggins also shares some great insight into his military mindset and explains why your mind is your most powerful weapon.  Have you ever been in a stressful situation and completely lost control ? Were unable to accomplish what you needed to get done? We asked Commander Riggins about how he performed under pressure as a Navy SEAL and how we can use those same tactics to help us when things get out of control and overwhelming.  We also discuss the importance of learning to adapt to your situation, and why you best assest is your ability to effectively communicate.  All of this and much more on this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast.You can Follow Jack at https://twitter.com/riggins_jack on Twitter and on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/riggins_jack/?hl=en Also check out Performance Mountain at https://www.performancemountain.com 
What’s good everybody and welcome to another fun filled, thought provoking episode of The White Tiger Podcast. This week, we dip back into a little NFL talk and shed some light on Asante’s NFL training wardrobe and why the New England Patriots equipment room wasn’t too giving, while the Los Angeles Chargers took giving to another level. We also talk about why Asante may be the only player we know of that has effectively dodged winning three Super Bowls, which makes us question if it was ever meant to be. Asante reveals some of Tom Brady’s pet peeves, what makes him successful from an insider perspective and why he is very respected within the sport and how that translates to success.Why being fueled by faith and courage is so important on the road to success and most importantly getting through those tough times that life throws our way. We finally chat Kanye West, why his career is un-killable and why he’s going to be a future guest on The White Tiger Podcast.All of this audio goodness and much more only on this week’s episode of the WTP.You can also follow the podcast ion Social at:https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/https://twitter.com/whitetiger092?lang=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thewhitetigerpodcast?lang=enAnd watch the full episode on You Tube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWug
What’s good White Tiger’s ? Welcome to this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast. This week, Asante and Craig get back to business and have a one on one conversation about changing your mind, being resourceful, asking for help and the latest on big sports contracts, team name changes and much more. Craig and Asante also chat about how your life’s journey is very similar to running a race and why it’s not what happens at the beginning or the end of the race that really matters. Asante shares a personal football story about getting “called out” while in a team meeting and why that not only changed his perspective, but was one of the best things that ever happened to him. We also talk about seeking help during tough times, finding yourself in bad situations and why the only person that is going to bail you out is “YOU”.Craig also shares a funny story about finding his way through a parenting dilemma and why we all need to share our own stories because they are much more powerful than you think.We also chat NFL football, Patrick Mahomes big payday, The NBA Bubble, and our choice of team names for the Washington Redskins rebrand. All of this podcast insanity and more on this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast.Also Sign up for our Brand New Podcast Newsletter: Jam packed with Podcast Updates, Future Guests, Free Exclusive Content only to subscribers and much more. Sign up at www.wtpodcast.comYou can also follow the podcast on Social at : https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/ https://twitter.com/whitetiger092?lang=en https://www.tiktok.com/@thewhitetigerpodcast?lang=en And watch the full episode on You Tube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuphEbN3zTNv3rS0sCyWug
Whats up White Tiger’s? This week we have the pleasure to bring you Candace Cabrera. She is an entrepreneur and the creator of YogaByCandace.com, one of the top yoga blogs. She also runs a popular YouTube channel and has her own yoga app. She is also the author of Namaslay: Rock Your Yoga Practice, Tap Into Your Greatness, & Defy Your Limits.In this episode, Candace talks about her beginnings as a school teacher and how a serious battle with Lyme Disease changed her perspective on life and became a catalyst to pursue the life of her dreams. Candace also talks about her yoga journey and what inspired her to create her Yoga By Candace Blog, which later turned into a very successful on-line business. As a content creator, Candace also utilizes YouTube as a way to share her Yoga passion with with her subscribers through creating free weekly videos. Candace discusses how she stumbled across YouTube monetization as a way to make some money and how that has helped her increase business and grow her account to almost 300,000 subscribers. We also talk about the importance of following your passion and why staying authentic, honest and working from a place of intention is where the real magic happens.Candace also reminds us that we all have to start somewhere and sheds some light on some things she wish she knew when she started her entreprenurial journey. We also chat about her book “Namaslay” and why having a deeper understating of cultural appropriation, inspired her to change her mindset and ultimately the use of the title. In addition to working towards a better understanding of race and culture. You call hear of this and a ton more on this powerful episode of The White Tiger Podcast. You can catch ups With Candace on her YouTube channel at: (YouTube.com/yogabycandace) YogaByCandace Official App, itunes.apple.com/us/app/yogabycandace-official-app/id1019379957?mt=8and her popular blog at https://www.yogabycandace.com/
This week on The White Tiger Podcast we hang with Ryan Harris, a former NFL Offensive Tackle, who played for the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers. He won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos and is currently a weekday sports broadcaster for Altitude Sports Radio in Denver. Ryan is also  a color analyst for University of Notre Dame Football.In this episode, Ryan shares his experience playing in the National Football League and what it was like winning Super Bowl 50 with the Broncos. Asante and Ryan also shared some personal experiences playing against and with great Peyton Manning. Ryan also talks about the gratitude he has for the great coaches and mentors who helped him during his football career and how the lessons and knowledge he gained, extended far beyond the football field. We also talk about his approach to mindset and how using the affirmation “I am, I can, I will” can help you overcome challenge and develop your own winning mindset. Ryan also shares a great story about the power of visualization and what he actually saw himself doing the night before playing in the Super Bowl. We also learn about the the real reason why many people fear failure, also why achieving success comes from recognizing your distractions and why it is so important to celebrate all of your wins. Ryan also provides some amazing insight on developing financial literacy, managing your money and how he has been helping professional athletes make sound financial decisions and plan for their future. Do you find your self searching for practical tools to develop your mindset? Are you looking for some easy to understand and relatable information on how you can become more financially literate and maximize the money you make? Have you ever wondered what it is like to achieve personal success by using the same techniques used by professional athletes and entrepreneurs? If you answered yes to any of these questions you need to check out our podcast with Ryan.Also check out Ryan’s book Mindset for Mastery: An NFL Champion’s Guide to Reaching Your Greatness on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3fcNWHc You can also hear Ryan on Altitude Sports Radio on 92.5 FM In the Denver Area or athttps://www.altitudesportsradio.com You can also follow him at https://www.ryanharris68.com and  on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ryanharris_68/?hl=en
ln this week's episode of The White Tiger Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan Stahler, Founder and President of Stahler Sports and Entertainment Law based out of Miami, Florida. Jonathan is not just a Sports and Entertainment Attorney, but he also has experience as a sports agent, representing clients from the National Football League, National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball. He also utilizes his extensive law background and his experience as a sports agent to help professional athletes and high profile entertainment clients, protect themselves and their families, both now and in the future.  During our conversation with Jonathan, he talks about what it’s like to be a professional sports agent and why it can be very challenging and not as glamorous as most people think. He also talks about why college athletes should be getting paid and how new legislation passed in California, Colorado and Florida is setting the stage for college athletes to finally be compensated while in school. Jonathan also talks about an article he wrote in 2014, in regards to the NCAA exploiting college athletes, by benefiting from their name, image and likeness, while refusing to compensate these same athletes and restricting them from making money while in school.We also talk about the power of practical experience and why getting an eduction is only one part of a larger puzzle and why college athletes need to be given the opportunity to learn practical skills that would greatly benefit them while in college and in life.If you’re a sports fan, want to know what it is like to be a sports agent and are curious to know what the future of college athletics may look like, this is the episode for you!  You can find out more about Jonathan Stahler on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/jsesq3/?hl=en  and on twitter at https://twitter.com/JSEsq3 Also check out Jonathan’s article  published in the Arizona State University Sports & Entertainment Law Journal, Spring 2014 edition writing about college athletes and compensation. 
This week, Asante and Craig dive back into conversations surrounding Racism, Law Enforcement and the Media after receiving some great feedback from their Necessary Conversations Episode.In this podcast, The guys give their perspective on the role that media is playing in reporting the facts about what is going on in regards to the protests, riots and the police. They also talk about the defund the police argument, the police hiring process and what proactively needs to happen to build police/community relationships. This episode also touches on the Power of Responsibility and why it is so important in helping find solutions to the many social issues that we face. Asante also shares some personal stories about his experience with law enforcement and an impactful conversation that he had with his father about navigating police interactions. Hear these necessary conversations and much more on this week’s episode of The White Tiger Podcast. Please Let us know what you think about the episode and leave us a comment on Social Media https://www.instagram.com/thewhitetigerpodcast/?hl=en 
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