🎙️ Episode 182: Gridiron Gang & Leadership

What does Gridiron Gang teach us about leadership, emotional intelligence, and second chances? In this powerful episode of The Shadows Podcast, Miguel Estrella steps up for his first solo breakdown, using the story of Coach Sean Porter (played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) and his juvenile football team as a blueprint for leadership under pressure.

Through the lens of four “downs,” Miguel unpacks the movie’s deepest lessons:
🏈 Vision – Why leaders need a clear finish line and commander's intent.
🏈 Turbulence – Managing conflict, rivalries, and the storming stage of teams.
🏈 Tackling Major Problems – How asking for help builds trust and breaks cycles of violence.
🏈 Control vs. Influence – The moment true leadership is proven when you create leaders who can act without you.

This isn’t just a sports story. It’s a leadership playbook for anyone navigating challenges—whether you’re a coach, parent, business leader, or teammate. Miguel connects the film’s gritty reality to themes of resilience, trust, influence, emotional intelligence (EQ), teamwork, and personal growth.

If you’ve ever asked yourself how to lead through chaos, earn trust, or build a vision that outlives the scoreboard, this episode will hit home.