In this episode, Andrew Steele shares his inspiring journey from being an Olympic athlete to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges he faced during his transition, including an identity crisis after missing the London 2012 Olympics. Andrew highlights the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the soft skills gained from sports in navigating the entrepreneurial landscape. He also shares insights about his health tech company, DNA Fit, and the significance of team dynamics in startups. Additionally, Andrew emphasizes the need for supporting athletes in their entrepreneurial endeavors through his venture, Sport First, and discusses the future of sports stars emerging from less mainstream sports.Chapters00:00 The Intersection of Sports and Entrepreneurship03:45 The Journey to Track and Field06:35 Decisions and Sacrifices in Sports09:28 Reaching the Olympic Games11:58 Identity Crisis Post-Olympics14:45 Transitioning from Athlete to Entrepreneur17:24 Leveraging Athletic Skills in Business20:09 Encouraging Athletes to Embrace Entrepreneurship25:33 The Entrepreneurial Mindset of Athletes26:51 Celebrating Milestones: The Relief of Achievement29:39 Navigating Post-Acquisition Transitions31:52 The Journey to IPO: A Sense of Accomplishment33:05 The Restlessness of Athletes: Starting Again34:43 Building a Winning Team: Culture Over Skills36:49 The Curse of Experience: Adapting to Change38:50 The Future of Health: A New Approach41:22 Sport First: Supporting Athlete Entrepreneurs44:41 Stride: A New Venture in Health Tech45:51 Surprising Facts: The Music Producer in Andrew46:54 Hot Takes: The Future of Sports Stars
What happens when an injured college basketball player reinvents herself as a founder of a viral startup? Meet Cameo Hanlon, the creator of Bender Extender, a hangover support pill that started as a joke in a group chat and turned into a booming business.
From small-town Canada to university hoops, from devastating injuries to entrepreneurship, Cameo shares how setbacks became stepping stones. In this episode, we cover:
If you’ve ever wondered how athletes transition beyond sports, or how the wildest startup ideas are born, this conversation will blow your mind.
#LIVEwithTY #BenderExtender #lifeaftersports #startupculture #GenZFounders
⏱ Timestamps
0:00 – Hot Takes with Ty: Jiu-Jitsu & Athletes
1:30 – Cameo’s Basketball Journey & Small-Town Roots
4:15 – Injuries, Identity Crisis, and COVID Setbacks
19:30 – From Marketing to Founding Bender Extender
37:00 – Hot Take: Why Stats Don’t Matter After College
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What happens when the jersey comes off? For too many athletes, the next step feels like falling off a cliff. But Jermaine Malcolm turned that moment into a launchpad.
Born in Jamaica, raised with grit, and forged through football, Jermaine built StudentAthlete.co and Skills Gap Advocate to help athletes and entrepreneurs transition into life after sports.
In this episode of LIVE with TY, we dive into:
• How Jermaine went from Jamaican roots to U.S. football scholarships
• The identity crisis athletes face when sports end
• Why curiosity and proximity are game-changing tools for student-athletes
• The hard truths of entrepreneurship (and the setbacks that became stepping stones)
• A crazy hot take: Why every athlete should try Jiu-Jitsu after sports
If you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone chasing reinvention—this episode will change how you see your future.
#LIVEwithTY #AthleteTransition #GenZEntrepreneur #LifeAfterSports #FromJamaicaToCEO
⏱ Timestamps
(5 key sections)
0:00 – Intro: From Jamaica to the U.S.
04:30 – Football, culture shock, and scholarships
10:30 – Life after sports & finding identity
18:45 – Curiosity, mentorship, and the power of proximity
34:50 – Hot Takes: Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and the future of athletes
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Summary
In this episode of Live with Ty, Trevor Schrier shares his journey from being a Division I wrestler to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the AI space. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from athletics to the workforce, the importance of networking, and the lessons learned from wrestling that have shaped his business mindset. Trevor emphasizes the significance of sales, building a strong team, and leveraging AI technology to create innovative solutions. He also provides valuable advice for student athletes navigating their career paths and reflects on the rewards and challenges of being a startup founder.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
01:24 Transition from Wrestling to Entrepreneurship
03:43 Navigating Early Career Challenges
06:29 The Importance of Networking for Athletes
09:09 Building an AI Company Without a Technical Background
11:56 Identifying Pain Points and Team Building
14:29 Navigating Startup Challenges
18:16 Fundraising Strategies for Startups
22:16 The Importance of Innovation in AI
24:49 Advice for Student Athletes Transitioning to Careers
26:57 Hot Takes on College Sports and Athlete Compensation
SOUND BITES
Former D1 athlete turned prep school advocate, Cory Heitz, joins LIVE with TY to break down the world of prep schools, sports identity shifts, and building relationships that last a lifetime.
From his time at the Air Force Academy to running his own business, Cory shares powerful lessons on discipline, leadership, and finding your next steps after sports. Whether you’re a student-athlete, parent, or sports fan, this episode is packed with knowledge and real stories you won’t want to miss.
Video Chapters
0:00 – Intro & Cory Heitz Background
04:20 – Lessons from the Air Force Academy
09:40 – Life After Sports & Identity Shifts
20:40 – Prep Schools, Basketball, and The Business Side
52:00 – Cory’s Hot Take on NIL & Closing Thoughts
#youthsports #highschoolbasketball#LIVEwithTY #prepschool #NIL #basketball #college #NBA
This is one of the BIGGEST episodes we’ve ever had.
NFL Live host, SEC Nation staple, and the brand new lead host of Monday Night Football — Laura Rutledge — joins LIVE with TY!
We dive into:
• The rise of athlete-driven media and the creator economy
• Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce breaking the internet \
• The future of sports broadcasting in a digital-first world
• Laura’s behind-the-scenes perspective working with legends like Marcus Spears, Dan Orlovsky & Ryan Clark
• Her hot take on Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears This is a conversation about sports, culture, and the evolution of media that you won't want to miss.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of LIVE with TY!
Video Chapters
0:00 – Intro: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce & the podcast moment of the year
1:02 – Welcoming Laura Rutledge to LIVE with TY
2:00 – Hot Take: A-list athletes coming from “B-list sports”
3:35 – Congratulations on Monday Night Football 🎉
4:50 – Working with NFL legends: Marcus Spears, Dan Orlovsky & Ryan Clark
6:22 – Life with an athlete husband: Josh Rutledge stories
8:39 – Taylor Swift’s podcast appearance & cultural impact
13:00 – “Your energy is expensive” – Laura on social media & self-worth
15:19 – The shift from traditional to digital sports media
20:07 – ESPN’s new digital platform explained
21:52 – The rise of athlete-creators & Micah Parsons’ media future
25:00 – ESPN hiring influencers: Katie Feeney & the new wave
27:19 – Advice to aspiring broadcasters: “Try everything”
30:45 – Non-traditional creators entering traditional spaces (Kai Cenat, Speed, Druski)
32:55 – Hosting vs sideline reporting: Laura breaks it down
35:17 – The SEC’s new era: Texas, Oklahoma & NIL shakeups
37:40 – Netflix sports documentaries & behind-the-scenes storytelling
39:13 – Streaming giants taking over sports broadcasting
41:25 – Laura’s HOT TAKE on Caleb Williams & the Chicago Bears
43:24 – Final thoughts & thank you to Laura Rutledge
#micahparsons #nfl #taylorswift #LiveWithTY #sportsmedia #LauraRutledge #sec #netflix #engaged #traviskelce
What happens when sports end but life keeps going? 🤔
In Episode 31 of Live with TY, I sit down with Mark Koesterer, founder of The Players NIL, to talk about the 98% of athletes who don’t go pro and how Gen Z athletes can leverage NIL to build a personal brand that lasts not just 4 years, but 40.
We dive deep into:
• Why engagement matters more than followers.
• How NIL isn’t just for the 2% of superstar athletes.
• The mindset shift from being “just an athlete” to being a whole person.
• Behind-the-scenes stories from films like The Dark Knight Rises, Moneyball, and 42.
• The legacy question every athlete should be asking: “If you disappeared today, would anyone care tomorrow?”
If you’re a student-athlete, Gen Z creator, or someone figuring out life after sports, this episode is for you.
👊 Join the community. Hit subscribe, drop a comment, and let’s keep building legacies that last.
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⏱️ Video Chapters
0:00 – Hot Take: NY Jets to the Playoffs
0:22 – Engagement over Followers (Gen Z Marketing)
1:05 – Welcome to Ep.31 of Live with Ty
1:35 – Guest Intro: Mark Koesterer & The Players NIL
4:02 – NIL Debate: Helping the 98% of Athletes
5:14 – Sports Lessons That Carry Beyond the Field
7:22 – Facing Adversity After Sports Ends
9:00 – Identity Beyond Athletics & Mental Health
9:26 – DM’s Open Segment: Advice for Athletes in Crisis
11:04 – Breaking into Sports + Hollywood (Networking & Legacy)12:29 – Iconic Film Moments (Moneyball, Dark Knight, 42)
14:51 – Authenticity on Film Sets & Sports Scenes
17:09 – Lessons on Teamwork & Leadership
18:34 – Why He Left Hollywood to Start Players NIL
21:03 – Building a New NIL Business from Scratch
22:27 – Why Focus on the 98% of Athletes
25:04 – Personal Branding Beyond the Game
28:00 – Helping Athletes Find Their Passion & Story
33:07 – Role of Social Media in NIL Success
37:54 – Followers vs Engagement: What Really Matters
39:44 – Building a Content Strategy That Works
40:56 – Beyond NIL: Helping Retired Athletes Build Brands
43:08 – What Success Looks Like (Confidence & Opportunity)
44:18 – Legacy: “If You Disappeared Today, Would Anyone Care?”
46:12 – Closing: Shoutouts & Next Steps
What does it take to go from Harvard football to reinventing the trucking industry?
In this episode of LIVE with TY, Joey Goodman — COO of Trux Parking — reveals how student-athlete grit translated into building one of the fastest-growing startups in logistics.
We dive into:
• Why more student-athletes should explore the startup world. • Lessons from Harvard football that apply directly to business success.
• How Joey is solving a billion-dollar problem for truckers nationwide.
• The mindset shift that turns setbacks into fuel for growth. • Joey’s hot take on NIL deals and the future of college sports.
If you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or dreamer ready to start your own journey — this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and inspiration.
🔥 Comment your biggest takeaway below — and let us know if you think Joey’s trucking startup will hit billion-dollar status in the next decade.
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⏱️ Timestamps
• 0:00 – NIL, college sports, and Joey’s hot take
• 0:36 – Welcome to Episode 30 of LIVE with TY
• 1:20 – Meet Joey Goodman & the trucking problem he’s solving
• 2:39 – From Harvard football to startup COO
• 3:36 – Why truck parking is a billion-dollar pain point
• 5:24 – Joey’s take on Jaylen Brown and NBA greatness
• 6:25 – Lessons learned from Harvard athletics
• 10:27 – FIFO: “Figure it the F out” and startup mentality
• 13:02 – How athletes can stay motivated when pro sports isn’t an option
• 15:06 – The mindset shift: “We don’t have to do this, we GET to do this”
• 17:06 – Joey’s leap into startups and advice from his dad • 19:50 – Why startups mirror the grind of sports
• 21:01 – Should more student-athletes join startups?
• 23:34 – Why Joey chose startups over traditional careers
• 25:02 – The trucking business origin story
• 27:08 – Building the right team & hiring on character
• 30:58 – Advice for solo founders on recruiting co-founders
• 33:59 – Locker Room Moment: setback that fueled success
• 38:23 – The future of Trux Parking & enterprise expansion
• 42:28 – Why customer service sets Trux apart
• 44:05 – Joey’s craziest hot take on NIL and college sports
• 47:32 – How to support Trux Parking + connect with Joey
• 49:20 – Final thoughts
Creating the first platform where sports lessons meet entrepreneurship, told by those who lived both worlds.
From the pool to the startup world.
In this episode of LIVE with TY, we sit down with Chuck — All-American swimmer, magician, robotics innovator, and founder of Bodbox, the AI-powered robotic coach changing how athletes train.
From missing the 2016 Olympic team by a fraction of a second to building a patented AI training device that caught the attention of Nvidia, Chuck’s story is all about grit, creativity, and betting on yourself.
We talk about:
🏊 How swimming at Harvard & Berkeley shaped his mindset.🤖 The late-night “aha moment” that sparked his startup idea.💡 How student-athletes can turn passion into profitable ventures.
📈 Why your environment can make or break your success.
If you’ve ever thought about starting something big but didn’t know where to start, this episode will change your perspective.
🎯 Share this with an athlete, entrepreneur, or dreamer who needs that push.
And don’t forget — 80% of you aren’t subscribed yet… hit that button.
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Video Chapters
0:00 – Intro & why this episode matters
0:43 – Guest intro: All-American swimmer, magician, robotics innovator
2:18 – What connects magic, robotics & swimming?
4:20 – Chuck’s early swimming journey
5:51 – How magic became a nonprofit for cancer patients
7:52 – Harvard study grind vs. building a business
9:40 – Transferring to Berkeley: the big decision
13:06 – Advice to student-athletes facing tough program choices
15:20 – Transitioning after college athletics
18:19 – Balancing pro sports dreams with making a living
20:54 – The Kickstarter hustle story
23:12 – Navigating the startup funding world
26:22 – The “pain point” that inspired Bodbox
30:32 – Setback that pushed the company forward
33:41 – Why athletes thrive in startups
34:53 – The Nvidia collaboration story
37:26 – How to start building your idea today
41:12 – What’s next for Bodbox + how to get involved
43:00 – Chuck’s hot sports take
45:08 – Closing + message to dreamers
#AthleteMindset#StartupJourney#SportsTech#FromPoolToProfit#LIVEwithTY
In this episode of LIVE with TY we sit down with Aristotle Taylor — a former Stanford football player who went from gamer to Division I athlete in just one year and is now the founder of an AI-powered app helping student-athletes transition beyond sports.
We talk about:
• How he got recruited by Stanford in just one season
• Overcoming a career-changing injury and pivoting to startups
• Why student-athletes are built to be entrepreneurs
• The mindset shifts needed to win after sportsIf you’re an athlete, founder, or anyone chasing their next chapter, this episode is packed with lessons you can’t miss.
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Video Chapters
0:00 – Hot Takes: Lions Win the Super Bowl & Jordan vs. LeBron
0:19 – Aristotle Taylor’s Journey: From Gamer to Stanford Football Player
1:03 – Why Transitioning Out of Sports is So Hard for Athletes
2:08 – Introducing ARIX: The AI-Powered Coaching App for Athletes
3:40 – Breaking Out of the Harvard Bubble: West Coast Stories Begin
4:47 – From Zero Football Experience to Stanford Recruit in One Year
7:05 – Football Success: 8 Sacks, Blocked Punts & a Big Breakthrough
9:03 – The Recruiting Explosion: From Highlight Tape to Ivy League Offers
11:05 – Adjusting to D1 Football: The Shock of Power 5 Competition
14:05 – Injury Setback: The ACL, LCL, and PCL Recovery Grind
17:30 – Faith, Family, and Finding Purpose After a Devastating Injury
20:11 – Preparing for Life After Sports: Mindset Shifts That Matter
23:05 – Why Stanford Was the Perfect Choice for Athletics & Academics
25:20 – Transition Playbook: 3 Habits Every Athlete Needs After Sports
29:05 – Mentorship as the New “Locker Room” for Former Athletes
32:07 – The Startup Pivot: Building ARIX for Student-Athletes
36:01 – How Athlete DNA Fuels Startup Success
38:30 – Building in Public: Sharing Wins, Losses & Lessons
41:08 – Why Every Athlete Should Take an Entrepreneurship Class
43:31 – Locker Room Moment: Aristotle’s Message to His Teammates
45:49 – Hot Take Round 2: Kyrie vs. Neymar & Other Bold Sports Opinions
48:43 – Final Thoughts: From Athlete Identity to Startup Founder
51:07 – Key Takeaways & Call to Action for Former Athletes
#StanfordFootball#AthleteMindset#AIStartup#LifeAfterSports#StudentAthlete#SportsPodcast#StartupJourney#MotivationForAthletes#FootballStory#Entrepreneurship
In this episode of LIVE with TY, NFL veteran and former Dallas Cowboy Adam Redmond shares how he transitioned from being an offensive lineman in the NFL to becoming the CEO and co-founder of Tully, a performance tracking startup transforming youth and collegiate sports.
This is more than a highlight reel — it’s a step-by-step roadmap for student-athletes and aspiring founders alike. From managing weight as an O-lineman, facing intense pressure under the lights, to navigating startup pivots and building confidence post-retirement, Adam gives a real, unfiltered look into what it means to reinvent yourself.
💡 Whether you’re chasing your athletic dreams or planning for life after sport, this is the blueprint you didn’t know you needed.
🕒 Timestamps:
0:00 – How many meals NFL linemen eat daily
0:40 – Welcome to the show + who Adam Redmond is
1:47 – Adam joins the show
3:05 – Discussing the Texas floods
5:10 – Adam’s unexpected journey to Harvard
9:04 – Transitioning from high school to D1 football
12:01 – First NFL dreams and seeing peers go pro
16:26 – The NFL Pro Day process explained
20:26 – Signing as an undrafted NFL player
26:00 – Welcome to the league: facing Fletcher Cox
30:01 – Eating to maintain NFL weight
31:54 – Losing 80 pounds after retirement
32:40 – Rookie dinners and NFL culture
35:06 – Playing for America’s Team: The Dallas Cowboys
40:30 – Starting a company while still in the league
43:01 – The startup idea behind Tully
50:01 – Pivoting after startup failure
54:45 – Entrepreneurship tips for student-athletes
57:12 – The emotional rewards of building a startup
59:19 – Building confidence after sports
1:01:06 – Tully’s failed first product
1:03:08 – Vision for Tully in 5 years
1:04:47 – Adam’s hot take: USA in 2026 World Cup semis?!
1:07:58 – Final message from TY
#LIVEwithTY
#AthleteToEntrepreneur
#NFLJourney
#StartupFounder
#StudentAthletes
#SportsTech
#TullyApp
⚠️ Disclaimer: Connor Hulse was NOT the Head of Marketing at Netflix or Amazon. He held positions at each company but did not lead their marketing divisions.
🎓⚾ From Harvard Baseball to Netflix & Amazon — How Connor Hulse Pivoted Beyond the Field
What happens when the jersey comes off for the last time?
In this powerful episode of LIVE with TY, we sit down with Connor Hulse — a former Harvard baseball player who transitioned from the dugout to high-impact roles at two of the world’s biggest companies: Amazon and Netflix.
Connor opens up about the identity crisis that many student-athletes face once sports are no longer the focus. He shares how he leveraged the discipline and mindset developed through baseball to carve out his next chapter — and how YOU can do the same.
💡 Whether you’re a current or former student-athlete wondering what’s next, this episode will leave you with real advice, clarity, and inspiration for life after the game.
🎯 In this episode:
• What Connor wished someone told him when his baseball career ended
• How he landed roles at Amazon and Netflix
• The importance of mindset, networking, and self-belief
• Why your athletic background is a superpower in any industry
🧠 This episode is for student-athletes, former athletes, and young professionals looking to channel their competitive drive into a new mission.
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📺 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and all podcast platforms.
Video Chapters01:45 – Meet Connor Hulse 👋02:48 – HOT TAKE: Should You Play One Sport or Many?03:49 – The Wild Story Behind the “Call Me Maybe” Viral Video05:55 – What to Do When Sports End Before the Job Starts07:23 – Are Athletes Really Behind After Graduation?09:09 – Did Harvard Actually Help? Let’s Talk Privilege vs. Pressure09:35 – From Harvard to Netflix: Connor’s Job Game Plan11:23 – The Identity Crisis Nobody Talks About After Sports13:41 – Fast-Track Tips for Your Career Pivot14:19 – Real Talk: Are Athletes at a Disadvantage in the Job Market?15:18 – The Truth About Balancing Sports & Career Prep16:28 – How Harvard (and Others) Help Athletes Win Outside the Game17:23 – Storytelling that Lands Jobs: The STAR Method Breakdown18:20 – Connor’s Pivot: From Econ to Elite Marketing Roles20:09 – What Sports Really Teach You About Business & Life21:39 – Coping With the Post-Sport Identity Shift22:27 – Stressed About Landing Your First Job? Listen to This23:35 – Why Companies LOVE Former Athletes24:42 – Make Your Sports Story Work for Your Career25:11 – Landing at Netflix: What Connor Learned Fast26:06 – The “STAR” Formula That’ll Change Your Interviews27:18 – Digital Marketing Is Booming — Here’s Why28:13 – Bringing the Locker Room to the Office29:06 – What Makes Netflix’s Work Culture So Different30:52 – Your First Job Isn’t Forever — Play the Long Game32:39 – From Netflix to Amazon: Why He Switched & What Changed33:37 – Open Feedback & Real Growth: Inside Netflix’s 360 Reviews36:04 – Netflix vs. Amazon: How They Really Compare37:59 – Netflix’s A/B Testing Obsession Explained40:27 – Streaming Giants: How Netflix & Amazon Compete42:50 – Big Names on a Resume: Do They Matter Long-Term?43:54 – When to Stop Talking About Your Athletic Past44:33 – Job Research Tips: Look at AI, Growth & Market Share45:25 – Netflix = Speed, Amazon = Structure48:31 – The Rise of Athlete Creators & Building Your Own Platform49:55 – Do You Need Social Media to Work in Marketing?50:52 – Netflix Originals vs. Licensing: A Strategy Breakdown51:44 – Where to Find the Real Info on Companies Fast53:31 – HOT TAKE: Reddit Is a Secret Career Weapon54:33 – Social Platforms = Free Leverage. Use It.55:29 – Final Thoughts: Build Community & Bet on Yourself
#StudentAthlete #HarvardBaseball #Netflix #Amazon #CareerAfterSports #LIVEwithTY #AthleteMindset #LifeAfterCollegeSports #genzcareers
She was a top D1 athlete. Now she’s breaking barriers in the construction industry using AI—and doing it all in stealth.On this episode of LIVE with TY, host Tyler Johnson sits down with Karly Hoffman, the founder of a stealth-mode startup revolutionizing construction. From training on the field to building in silence, Karly shares how her athlete mindset gives her an edge in a space where few women, let alone former athletes, are leading the charge.They unpack imposter syndrome, rejection, and why being underestimated is sometimes the best advantage. This is a masterclass in confidence, grit, and quiet disruption.WATCH if you’ve ever felt behind, out of place, or like you’re building something no one else understands.Time Stamps0:00 – Intro: Meet Karly Hoffman 2:47 – Her D1 athlete background & early identity 5:12 – How sports shaped her founder mindset 9:08 – Entering construction as a young woman 12:34 – What stealth mode actually looks like 15:51 – Building a team while staying low-profile 19:26 – Why rejection built her confidence 23:45 – Handling investor conversations and saying no 26:03 – Doubt, loneliness, and founder fatigue 29:37 – Staying grounded when people don’t get it 32:14 – Why she avoids over-posting on social 36:08 – Being underestimated in tech & owning it 40:23 – Advice for student-athletes transitioning 45:02 – Where she finds her conviction 49:16 – Future vision: AI, construction, and impact 54:44 – One message to athletes who feel stuck 58:23 – Final thoughts & where to find Karly#LIVEwithTY #KarlyHoffman #AIStartup #WomenInTech #constructioninnovation #AthleteToFounder #StealthStartup #FemaleFounders #StudentAthletes #WomenInConstruction #QuietLeadership #FounderLife #builddifferent
Former professional ballet dancer turned entrepreneur, Rachel Cossar is now the founder of Virtual Sapiens — a cutting-edge platform helping leaders show up with confidence and embodied presence in virtual communication.In this episode of LIVE with TY, Rachel breaks down her journey from elite performance on stage to redefining executive presence in the boardroom. We explore the power of body language, how athletes and artists can translate their discipline into business success, and why emotional intelligence is the new executive edge.Whether you’re a student, founder, or working professional, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone learning to own the room — virtual or not.New episodes every Sunday on Spotify and YouTube.Follow @livewithty across all platforms.#ceo #womenintech #ballet #athlete #ai LIVE with TY Episode #24 featuring Rachel Cossar00:00 – Intro: From Ballet to Business01:47 – What is Body Language Strategy and Why It Matters03:38 – Growing Up as a Competitive Athlete05:45 – From Professional Ballet to the Startup World07:12 – How Rachel Reinvented Herself After Injury09:05 – Commanding Presence in a Virtual World11:15 – First Steps to Build Your Personal Brand On Camera13:02 – The Art of Communicating Without Saying a Word15:26 – Why Founders and Leaders Need Embodied Presence17:40 – Tools You Can Use Today to Improve Video Presence20:45 – Misconceptions About Confidence and Charisma22:17 – How Rachel Coaches CEOs and Teams24:39 – Rapid-Fire: Confidence Cues You Can Practice Now27:08 – What Makes a Great Virtual Communicator29:00 – Advice for Athletes Transitioning into Business31:22 – Rachel on Founding Choreography for Business34:00 – How to Prepare Your Body for High-Stakes Moments36:14 – The Power of Silence and Stillness in Communication38:26 – Final Thoughts: Own the Room Without Saying a Word40:11 – Where to Find Rachel and What’s Next
In Episode 23 of LIVE with TY, we sit down with Ian Bolliger — former D1 Harvard Baseball player, ex-Vice President at BlackRock, and a rising voice in climate innovation. Ian’s story spans from competing on the diamond to working at one of the most powerful financial institutions in the world, all before shifting focus toward the climate crisis. We discuss:
• How athletics shaped Ian’s professional mindset
• The truth behind working at BlackRock — the world’s largest asset manager
• Why he left to pursue climate research and action
• What student-athletes can learn about success beyond the game
• How sports, sustainability, and leadership
Timestamps Below.
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Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 – Trailer
00:40 – Intro: From Harvard Baseball to BlackRock
03:20 – What It Was Like Playing D1 at Harvard
07:10 – Working at the World’s Largest Asset Manager
10:45 – Why Ian Left BlackRock for Climate Advocacy
15:00 – Lessons from Sports That Apply to Business
19:30 – How Climate Change Became Personal
24:00 – Advice to Student-Athletes Entering the Real World 27:45 – Building Community Beyond Athletics
30:00 – Ian’s Challenge to the Next Generation
32:00 – Outro: What’s Next for Ian
LinkedIn Is for Boomers — Here’s What Gen Z Is Using Instead What if the college-to-corporate path is actually holding you back?In this episode, Ty sits down with John Hill, the Vice President of WHOP, a startup that’s redefining how Gen Z builds power, wealth, and career paths in a post-LinkedIn world. Whether you’re graduating college, building your brand, or trying to escape the 9-5, this convo will shift your perspective.We talk about: • Why WHOP might be Gen Z’s version of LinkedIn • How AI and digital products are changing success forever • The creator economy’s takeover of the business world • Whether college is still worth it — and who it’s really built forThis is the first fully digital episode of LIVE with TY, kicking off a new era of stories from rising founders, VPs, athletes, and creators shaping the next generation of leadership. CHAPTERS / TIMECODES00:00 – Intro: Why this episode is different02:10 – What is WHOP and why it’s blowing up06:35 – Is LinkedIn outdated?11:12 – How college traps future leaders15:44 – How Gen Z is monetizing smarter than ever20:30 – The creator economy vs. traditional careers26:58 – John’s journey to becoming VP of WHOP31:40 – AI, automation & digital freedom36:55 – Advice for anyone feeling stuck after college41:22 – Final thoughts on building legacy over labels#LiveWithTy #GenZSuccess #PostGradLife #CreatorEconomy #WHOP #LinkedInIsDead #CollegeTrap #FutureFounders #DigitalCareers #StartupStories #JohnHill #TyTalks #YoungLeaders #TechVsTradition #buildnotbeg
In this new episode of LIVE With TY we are joined by Cut the Kids in Half a New Jersey based band. Join us as we hear about their musical journeys, play fun games, and watch our NEW SEGMENT- LIVE With TY After Hours
In this episode, we’re joined by BU Women’s hockey standout Ani Fitzgerald! From her move from Northeastern to Boston University, to adjusting to a whole new locker room and chasing the Hockey East title, Ani keeps it real about life on the ice and off. We get into her “Dear Ani” series, hockey girl fashion, and what it’s like being in two completely different college worlds. Plus, she drops some major clout confessions and gives us a peek into what’s next—award shows, game shows, and everything in between. AND stay tuned till the end to see another hilarious Midweek Madness segment as always bringing you latest updates, jokes, and burns on all things current.
Tune in to watch Jason Cordova discuss his comedy journey, play speed roast challenge, and share his unique experiences as a comedian. Jason is a Boston based comedian with almost 15 years of experience in the comedy world. Enjoy learning more about him and what he does and also look forward to an exciting segment of Hot questions in Miami with TY and another Midweek Madness with update on the latest political, social, and school related gossip and events.
