Rob and Rod " For Life" Podcast

Brandon Frame opens up about rebuilding the relationship with his father in which he met when he was 18, breaking the cycle for young men to see pass rapping and athletics, black men protecting their women, and much more.

The brotherhood of Brock & Shane Vereen is the epitome of respect and honor. Both brothers come from an athletically competitive household but the healthy competition never broke their bond. Brock managed to push past his professional football career, but used all of his connections and charisma to begin a Sports Broadcasting career. Which has opened so  many doors that he believes luck was on his side, but after consistent opportunities, he quickly realized it’s all apart of the blueprint of his story that’s still being written.

Indiana native, Michael Grady is the epitome of hustle-and-grind until he finally landed in the Big Apple, New York City. Working at the radio station, being the PA for the Indiana Pacers in the Paul George era, and ending his nights back on the radio was the formula for his success. Accepting many different opportunities and never saying no has finally put him at the Barclays Center on Atlantic avenue as The Brooklyn Nets Sideline Reporter on the YES Network. He has a strong passion for photography, while using his camera to tell stories during the pandemic he went incognito, capturing some great shots of protests in NYC for the social injustices against the African American community. We spoke about social injustices, journalism code of ethics, small opportunities preparing him for his career goals, and much more.

Fierra Staley is a vibrant mind that empowers her people with her gifts of poetry, painting, and cooking.Staley has been a creative since her earlier days along with her siblings. Her mother gave her the pet name "Fierra-Con"  because of her fierce energy to go against the grain and use her gifts for the betterment of her people. We talked racism, being patient with our people, art, poetry, and many more topics.

Hip-Hop is a huge contributor to the African American community. Director of Urban Strategy at The Orchard, Naji Grampus, plays a huge role in building artists and their talents. Grampus has his own talk show on the Rap Radar platform formally known as “Cigar Talk”. We talk about the art of interviewing, The Roc Nation Brunch, and music.

Kelsey Nicole Nelson is a versatile force that goes from speaking on camera to advising the younger generation on their next steps in their careers at Georgetown University. Nelson, is very dedicated to her craft within Journalism and has been recognized for countless awards. Kelsey Nicole Nelson chose to be recognized by her entire name to stand out from all other Kelsey’s in society, and currently, she seems to be in front of the pack.

Brianna Dahlquist has an amazing spirit, that led her to the Anchor chair in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dahlquist didn't only defeat the odds of being pregnant her sophomore year in college, but she fought through adversity by becoming a devoted mother, to her beautiful daughter Morgan while chasing her dreams as a Anchor with a long resume of accomplishments.  This episode is for all the young Black Women that are in in the midst of struggle and need an encouraging word.

In the African American community, many black men are frowned upon for not being in their children’s lives. Derwin Graham was loved by his father, which taught Derwin how to love his son Derwin Graham III, while maintaining creativity at ESPN, helping produce Dwayne Wade film “ Life Unexpected” and the documentary that took the world by storm, “ The Last Dance.” Within eighteen months Graham produced two films that are a major part of ESPN’s catalog, which is now the beginning of his legacy.

Maryland native, CAA Conference Champion, Danielle Durjan obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Media Studies from Towson University, but coaching has her heart. Durjan is currently an assistant coach at Community College of Baltimore county(CCBC), in which she's already secured a conference and regional championship that qualified the Lady Knights for a NJCAA Womens Basketball Division II Championships. She talks getting her first college offer in April of senior of high school, being a hidden gem and much more.

Tykera Carter penetrating the media industry with distinguished swagger, on her own platform. We talked about her favorite team the UNC Tarheels, and her favorite moments of covering sports. The Virginia native has finessed the pandemic era into a moment where she is building her brand for the future.

Mitch Brown's inexperienced resume reel from undergrad at Old Dominion University has landed him at WACH Fox as a 26-year old Sports Director. He's the epitome of what dedication embodies, simply because he never let a "no" deter his progress. We spoke about him interviewing Allen Iverson, Michael Vick, editing packages, and the moments that molded him for his new position as a Sports Director.