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#WEGameChange

By The Winning Edge Leadership Academy

The podcast presented by The Winning Edge Leadership Academy sharing the stories of game changers in the Sport + Entertainment​ industry.
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What's Next Episode 18 - Be True To Yourself

#WEGameChangeSep 07, 2020

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What's Next Episode 18 - Be True To Yourself

What's Next Episode 18 - Be True To Yourself

UC Riverside men’s soccer alum and 2018 Winning Edge Game Changer, Emilio Huerta , joins Ronika to discuss figuring out where you belong, why he coaches and remaining true to yourself.
Sep 07, 202029:16
What's Next Episode 17 - Shoot Your Shot

What's Next Episode 17 - Shoot Your Shot

Saint Joseph’s College football alum and Associate Producer at ESPN, Cameron Ellsberry , joins Ronika to discuss taking advantage of opportunities outside of athletics, shooting your shot, and competing in and off the field.
Sep 07, 202027:07
What's Next Episode 16 - What's Your Why?

What's Next Episode 16 - What's Your Why?

Hampton Women’s Volleyball alum and President at House of Athlete, Esé Ighedosa, joins Ronika to discuss work ethic, determination, diversity, and confidence.
Sep 07, 202031:32
What's Next Episode 15 - Positive Perspective

What's Next Episode 15 - Positive Perspective

UAB MBB alum and ESPN Associate producer, Robert Ringer, joins Ronika to discuss going to school out of state, growing and outworking your competition.
Sep 07, 202021:29
What's Next Episode 14 - No More What If's

What's Next Episode 14 - No More What If's

UF volleyball alum, Callie Curry, joins Ronika to discuss the importance of curiosity, starting the “transition” earlier, and not letting failure be a factor.
Sep 07, 202023:12
What's Next Episode 13 - Build Your Network

What's Next Episode 13 - Build Your Network

Kristina Nelson, a 2018 NCAA Champion with Notre Dame WBB, joins Ronika to discuss growing your network outside of the student-athlete spectrum and continuing to be a learner even when the school work is over.
Sep 07, 202021:42
What's Next Episode 12 - Work Smarter Not Harder

What's Next Episode 12 - Work Smarter Not Harder

Sienna WBB alum, ESPN producer, and Winning Edge mentor, Talaya Wilkins , joins Ronika to talk about how to approach opportunities, taking advantage of resources, and inclusion/mentorship.
Sep 07, 202022:24
What's Next Episode 11 - Trial and Error

What's Next Episode 11 - Trial and Error

Xavier WBB alum and 2019 Winning Edge Game Changer, Brianna Gladney , joins Ronika to discuss the career advantages of being a student-athlete, seeking out more information, and networking.
Sep 07, 202025:52
What's Next Episode 10 - Started From The Bottom Now She's Here

What's Next Episode 10 - Started From The Bottom Now She's Here

UGA Volleyball alum and ESPN princess, Maria Taylor , joins Ronika to discuss the importance of mentorship, diversity and persevering through difficult times/moments.
Sep 07, 202028:48
What's Next Episode 9- Barber Shop

What's Next Episode 9- Barber Shop

Ronika is joined by Virginia football alum and future NFL Hall of Famer, Tiki Barber, to discuss balancing roles, becoming independent, and saying yes to every opportunity.
Sep 07, 202030:21
What's Next Episode 8 - Humble Yourself

What's Next Episode 8 - Humble Yourself

Indiana volleyball alum Mary Mullins, joins Ronika to discuss how students-athletes can prioritize their future endeavors and their sport at the same time and also how important it is to build genuine relationships with people.
Sep 07, 202032:46
What's Next Episode 7 - Exploring Curiosity

What's Next Episode 7 - Exploring Curiosity

Ronika gets a chance to talk with Duke MBB alum and NBA vet, JJ Redick, to discuss the importance of an education, finding your identity outside of sports, and always remaining humble.
Sep 07, 202025:14
What's Next Episode 6 - Competing in Real Life

What's Next Episode 6 - Competing in Real Life

Oregon Track and Field alum TJ Brassil, joins Ronika to discuss how student-athletes can start preparing earlier for their futures after sports and what the beginning stages of of an aspiring sports broadcaster looks like.
Sep 07, 202026:46
What's Next Episode 5 - Life After Football

What's Next Episode 5 - Life After Football

Ronika receives some great advice from former NFL football player and former Georgia bulldog, Brandon Boykin, regarding life after football.
Sep 07, 202023:30
What's Next Episode 4- Using Your Resources

What's Next Episode 4- Using Your Resources

Ronika to talks with former Villanova MBB and 2016 NCAA National Champion player Darryl Reynolds about his professional journey after basketball and how using your resources in college is the key to everlasting success after playing. Darryl now runs Stay Tuned Network.
Sep 07, 202025:39
What's Next Episode 3 - Just Show Up

What's Next Episode 3 - Just Show Up

Ronika has a chat with Jarrod Barnes about what it means to be committed to a great work ethic while balancing football and school. Barnes is a former football player with The Ohio State University and Louisville. He now works in player development with the LA Rams.
Sep 07, 202024:37
What's Next Episode 2- When It's Over, It's Over

What's Next Episode 2- When It's Over, It's Over

Ronika joins Tennessee WBB alum, Ariel Massengale, as she talks about her transition from No. 1 point guard in the country to assistant coach for Lipscomb WBB.
Sep 07, 202020:43
What's Next Episode 1- If You Are Going to Do It, Do it to The Best of Your Ability

What's Next Episode 1- If You Are Going to Do It, Do it to The Best of Your Ability

Get to know more about former Kentucky WBB player and 2018 Winning Edge Game Changer Alyssa Rice and how she worked hard not only on the basketball court, but in the classroom as well. She is now an intern with the NCAA!
Sep 07, 202026:27
Episode 20 - Gracyn Doctor

Episode 20 - Gracyn Doctor

Maria Taylor sits down to catch up with her mentee, Gracyn Doctor.
Feb 26, 202019:13
Episode 19 - Jaiden Woodbey

Episode 19 - Jaiden Woodbey

Haley Ryan chats with 2019 cohort Jaiden Woodbey on The Pregame.
May 18, 201923:12
Episode 18 - Bailey Williams

Episode 18 - Bailey Williams

Cohort Bailey Williams talks to James Whitaker on this episode of The Pregame.
May 18, 201922:58
Episode 17 - Lindsey Spann

Episode 17 - Lindsey Spann

Cohort Lindsey Spann chats with Haley Ryan on this episode of The Pregame.
May 18, 201930:23
Episode 16 - Chelsea Scott

Episode 16 - Chelsea Scott

James Whitaker talks with cohort Chelsea Scott on The Pregame.
May 18, 201924:29
Episode 15 - Morgan Robinson

Episode 15 - Morgan Robinson

Cohort Morgan Roinson chats with James Whitaker on this episode of The Pregame.
May 18, 201922:16
Episode 14 - Darryl Reynolds

Episode 14 - Darryl Reynolds

James Whitaker talks with cohort Darryl Reynolds on The Pregame.
May 18, 201929:20
Episode 13 - Taya Reimer

Episode 13 - Taya Reimer

2019 cohort Taya Reimer talks to Haley Ryan on this episode of The Pregame.
May 18, 201927:57
Episode 12 - Malik Ondigo

Episode 12 - Malik Ondigo

Haley Ryan talks with 2019 cohort Malin Ondigo.
May 18, 201921:34
Episode 11 - Peter Mbanasor

Episode 11 - Peter Mbanasor

Cohort Peter Mbanasor chats with Haley Ryan on this episode of The Pregame.
May 18, 201922:22
Episode 10 - Avery Marz

Episode 10 - Avery Marz

James Whitaker chats with cohort Avery Marz on The Pregame.
May 18, 201919:55
Episode 9 - Mone Jones

Episode 9 - Mone Jones

James talks with cohort Mone Jones on The Pregame.
May 18, 201926:24
Episode 8 - David Jean-Baptiste

Episode 8 - David Jean-Baptiste

Haley Ryan talks with cohort David Jean-Baptiste on this episode of The Pregame.
May 16, 201919:41
Episode 7 - Brandon Griffin

Episode 7 - Brandon Griffin

Cohort Brandon Griffin talks with James for this episode of The Pregame.
May 16, 201917:17
Episode 6 - Brianna Gladney

Episode 6 - Brianna Gladney

Haley Ryan talks to Brianna Gladney on The Pregame.
May 16, 201920:21
Episode 5 - Candice Dominguez

Episode 5 - Candice Dominguez

On this episode of The Pregame, James Whitaker interviews 2019 cohort Candice Dominguez.
May 16, 201921:59
Episode 4 - Noor Ahmed

Episode 4 - Noor Ahmed

Haley Ryan talks with 2019 cohort Noor Ahmed on this episode of The Pregame.
May 16, 201921:14
Bonus Episode! Haley Ryan & James Whitaker

Bonus Episode! Haley Ryan & James Whitaker

Corinne chats with previous cohorts Haley Ryan and James Whitaker on this episode of The Pregame!
May 15, 201915:10
Episode 3 - Dr. Carla Williams

Episode 3 - Dr. Carla Williams

Dr. Carla Williams - Athletic Director at the University of Virginia.
Apr 29, 201926:25
Episode 2 - Cecelia Townes

Episode 2 - Cecelia Townes

Winning Edge Co-founder Corinne Milien goes on the road to interview entrepreneur, speaker, and author Cecelia Townes at the 2019 Women's Final​ Four.
Apr 16, 201928:20
Episode 1 - Ariana Freeman

Episode 1 - Ariana Freeman

Co-founder Corinne Milien chats with Ariana Freeman, a member of the 2018 Game Changing Retreat cohort.
Mar 25, 201923:06