On this segment, Rod goes All In with television host a, Kelvin Washington.  To know Kelvin is to know that he is truly living his dream.  He has mastered the art of storytelling, and understands the importance of entertaining, informing and inspiring his audiences. While attending Eastern Michigan University, Kelvin had an internship a sports reporter with a local new station.  Not long after graduation, he landed a job as an on-air personality.  Kelvin spent several years in radio prior to making the jump to television, where he has affiliated with Turner Broadcasting, CNN, and Spectrum 1. If you are in Los Angeles, you can catch Kelvin hosting The "Afternoon Beat" and "Weekend Beat on 1" for Spectrum News 1, and he is also a contributor on "LA Times Today." Listen as Rod and Kelvin discuss his journey to become a tv news anchor, and the importance of resiliency and grit to make your vision come to life. Go All In with this episode.

All In with Stephon Leary

On this segment, Rod goes All In with coach, author, business owner, and shoe inventor (How many people can say that?!?), Stephon Leary.

Stephon has truly dedicated his life being a coach.  He has intentionally focused his career on building legacy; prioritizing long-term vision over day-to-day tasks. Countless athletes can attribute aspects of their success to Stephon’s teaching and guidance.

Stephon has coached at Liberty, Palm Beach Atlantic, and Texas A&M International universities, He is highly regarded in the AAU organization, and has coached at the high school level. As the Owner and Director of Reaching New Heights Basketball, Stephon focuses on player development.  Stephon is also working to launch his shoe invention in the near future.

Listen as Rod and Stephon talk basketball, the NBA, AAU, and business ownership. If you work for an athletic shoe company and are listening to this podcast...reach out to Stephon.  We want to see his shoe on the market soon!

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On this segment, Rod goes All In with New Orleans Saints’ Wide Receiver, Juwan Johnson.  Prior to starting his career in ‘The Big Easy,’ this New Jersey native excelled in high school basketball and track.  Juwan surprised his family when he shifted and made football his focus. Juwan was a college football star at Penn State while balancing his undergraduate studies toward a degree in telecommunications.  Soon after the passing of his Dad, Juwan made the decision to become a graduate transfer for the University of Oregon.  While he may not have known it as the time, his move to another part of the country was a part of Juwan’s healing and continued growth. As an Oregon Duck, Juwan continued to shine on the gridiron, including the best performance of his college career in a game against USC...after overcoming an injury. Sports are a family affair for Juwan.  His Dad was an athlete, and his brother, George., Jr. played in the NFL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions and New Orleans Saints.  They are a close-knit family who push each other to be the best versions of themselves. Listen as Rod talks with Juwan about his family, his success in sports, and the beginnings of an investment strategy.  Go All In with this episode

“Hard work beats talent if talent doesn’t work hard.”- Tim Notke On this segment, Rod goes All In with Drew Lasker.  Not only are Rod and Drew former teammates, they share a brotherhood that transcends basketball as they have supported each other in their successful business careers. Drew is a 16-year veteran of the British Basketball League (BBL) who currently plays for the Newcastle Eagles.  Giving to back to others is in Drew’s DNA and his reach extends from the US to the UK. As the founder of Train Harder 21, Drew has trained hundreds of young athletes who one day hope to follow in his footsteps.  Drew recently co-founded 21 Media which distributes podcast content that educates and inspires its listeners centering around its anchor podcast, 21. 21 Media also produces The BBL Show, a dynamic, one-stop, interactive media experience that brings all the basketball action to BBL fans in a podcast format.  Drew is a co-host for The BBL Show , providing BBL fans with an opportunity to know learn more about him off the court. With all of his success, Drew still finds his greatest joy in his faith and his family as a loving husband and doting father of two children.  Listen as Rod and Drew “chop it up” about family, professional basketball, and the unexpected aspects of life’s journey that always turn out better than you anticipate.You will be inspired to resurrect an old dream.  Go All In with this episode!

The upside of your upside is always going to be greater than the upside of your downside.” – Paul Morris

On this segment, Rod goes All In with Paul Morris.  To say Paul is smart is an understatement; he holds degrees from the University of Pittsburgh, Oxford, and Cornell but he will also be the first to tell you that most learning experiences do not take place in the classroom. 

Paul is a prolific entrepreneur, real estate investor, trainer, business consultant, and New York Times Bestselling author of one of Rod’s favorite books, Wealth Can't Wait (www.wealth.org).  As Keller Williams' Regional Owner and Regional Director for 3 California Regions (Central & Southern California, Westside LA, and LA Coastal), Paul has oversight of 36 offices and more than 7,000 realtors who close more than $18 billion in sales volume per year.

Listen as Rod and Paul take a deep dive into the concept of wealth generation, while working smart...not just working hard.  This podcast summons powerful reminders:

1)  Poor is not always a financial condition.  Oftentimes, poor is a mindset.

2)  Where your start is not what matters; it is where you end that counts.

3)  Attract a mentor who knows you and can show you how to maximize your journey.

As you listen, be prepared to take notes and to take action.  Go All In with this episode!

“It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll, I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.”  Excerpt from “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley

On this segment, Rod goes All In with “Mr. Buy Back the Block” Christopher Senegal. Simply put, Chris is a rock star in business! His firm, Invictus Development Group, is a real estate investment company specializing in the redevelopment of distressed areas primed for revitalization, with a presence in Texas and Louisiana. After 1 year in a corporate job, Chris was determined to become an investor, shedding the 9-to-5 to grow his own enterprise. Chris did not take the transition lightly; he created a plan and studied business principles that drive success.

Listen as Rod and Chris discuss the HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) experience, the importance of having a strong network, the impact of gentrification in our communities and how you can be a part of neighborhood revitalizations while generating income for you, your business and your family.

Chris is also a heralded scholar and proud graduate of Southern University (Go Jaguars!), and member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

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On this segment, Rod goesAll In with Kyle Mitchell.

Kyle is a business owner and real estate entrepreneur with a thriving business.  Kyle entered the real estate business with the simple desire to transform his savings into revenue generating capital.  Today, along with his wife and business partner, Kyle specializes in multi-family real estate investments.  His most important investment, however, is the time he spends educating others about real estate opportunities and building teams of those who share his passion for the industry.

Listen as Rod and Kyle discuss the benefits and the ‘3 Rules’ of multi-family investments and learn from the different communication channels that Kyle implemented to increase the reach and impact of his business model. Kyle is a podcaster and a former pro golfer.  To the latter point, Rod has invited Kyle to join him for a round of golf.  Who do you take to win that match up?!?

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The All In Podcast is a dynamic audio experience featuring conversations with thoughtful leaders in sports, entertainment, and business.  The host, Rod Watson, interviews guests who are at the top of their games in their respective professions, and willing to share their wisdom, lessons, and inspirations.  Rod’s own successful journey and life lessons make him a sage, trustworthy guide for these discussionswith his guests.

On this segment, Rod goes All In with former NBA Champion and 2X NBA Allstar, Caron Butler. Caron’s career tenure in the NBA was longer than most could ever dream of.  His success in the NBA was not luck; it was the result of his decision as a teenager to rely on his Faith and love for basketball to chart his life trajectory.

Caron’s storied college career set him up to go 10th in the 2002 NBA Draft.  While in the league, Caron played for several teams and competed against some of the best players of the time.

Listen as Rod and Caron talk basketball, sports, and life...including whether or not to support ‘pay to play’ in college, and the benefits of sports and investing in real estate to provide additional financial security.  (The latter is a good tip even if you are not a professional athlete!)

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