The Transition: Life After Sports

Episodes
Brian Jordan | Transition Podcast | Life After Sports
Fernie , Host of TTP sits down with 2 sports professional Athlete Brian Jordan and talks about the transitions of life, hardship and how to perserver through all of the noise. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fernando Alvarez, Co - President of HUB SFL recaps his journey from athlete to entrepreneur and how those worlds overlap, informing each other. In chronicling his transition from baseball to business, Fernie shares the knowledge and experiences that helped shape his success...
Pastor Chris Alessi | Transition Podcast | Life After Sports
ernando Alvarez, Principal of JAG Insurance Group, recaps his journey from athlete to entrepreneur and how those worlds overlap, informing each other. In chronicling his transition from baseball to business, Fernie shares the knowledge and experiences that helped shape his success and hopes to inspire others going through their own transitions in life. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ▼Check out Fernie and the Transition Podcast on Instagram at: @_thetransitionpodc...
Giselle Alvarez: Transitioning Into Motherhood
To celebrate mother's day, Fernie invites his wife Giselle to come onto the podcast to discuss their journey together and her transition into motherhood. A raw, vulnerable conversation.
Joey Chestnut: What It Takes To Break World Records
If we tried to list all of this guest's accomplishments, we'd run out of space. In the latest episode, Fernie interviews Joey Chestnut, who holds several world records in the realm of competitive eating. He takes Fernie through his regiment, why he continues in the sport, and what it takes to be a competitive eater.
Reese Whitely: Poise, Control & Patience
Fernie's own personal trainer, Reese Whitely comes onto the podcast. Reese recalls his past in basketball and how his faith has kept him centered,
Caleb Mezzy: Grit & Glue
Fernie sits down with Caleb Mezzy. Caleb has years of sports business and digital media experience, e's now the Industry Relations, Media Specialist at Neumann University's Sport Management Program in addition to his duties as a Professor in the Sports Management curriculum. Don't miss their fascinating conversation!
Nick Castellanos: Finding The Joy in The Struggle
We kick off season 3 with one of the biggest free agents in the MLB today. Nick Castellanos, formerly of the Reds, Tigers, and Cubs came sat down with Fernie to discuss a myriad of topics. His insights are both thought-provoking & great insight into what it takes to make it in the MLB.
Kristoffer Doura: Life After Death, A Second Chance at Life
Former Miami Dolphin & Pittsburgh Steeler Kristoffer Doura comes on to discuss his life after a life-threatening incident on the field. His tenacity and will to live in the aftermath helped him transition from an athlete to a successful financial advisor.
Manning Sumner: "You Don't Get to Quit, It's Not an Option"
Manning Sumner, the owner of Legacy Fit Gyms, comes on to discuss the difference between his generation of athletes and the current one, his journey as a business owner, and what he expects from himself as well as others.
Xavier Scruggs: The Opportunity To Chase Your Dream
Xavier Scruggs joins the podcast to discuss chasing his dream with Fernie. Xavier is a former MLB player and currently serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant for the St.Louis Cardinals as well as a broadcaster for ESPN.
Solo Ceesay: Looking to The Future
From his college football career at Penn to his time as a securitization expert on Wall Street, Solo has worked relentlessly to infuse greatness into every challenge and new venture he's ever taken on. He comes on to the podcast to talk about his latest venture, Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators.
Chris Carlin: Overcoming & Living With Anxiety
Former pro golfer and current realtor, Chris Carlin, chronicles his journey from one career to the other, while explaining how he learned to live with his anxiety.
Ryan Jardine: Project Grapple
Fernie invited Ryan Jardine to the podcast to discuss Project Grapple, Ryan's initiative to use jiu jitsu to help inner city kids find a new passion.
Juan Rodriguez: At The Forefront Of A Burgeoning Industry
Juan Rodriguez: At The Forefront Of A Burgeoning Industry Fernie explores the world of competitive gaming with Juan Rodriguez, whose goal is to to become the foremost financial advisor for gaming personalities.
Nolan Carroll: A Frank Discussion About Societal Change
Nolan Carroll returns to the podcast to have an honest discussion with Fernie regarding the current issues facing American society. They exchange ideas in order to better understand each other's perspectives.
Marc Suarez part 2: Being Personal, Not Transactional
In the second part of Fernie's conversation with his old friend Marc Suarez, they discuss how their dreams have evolved and why you should seek out to build something rather than chase money when starting a business.
Marc Suarez: One Person Can Change Your Life
Fernie sits down with his old friend and teammate, Marc Suarez. together they discuss old times, lessons learned and what the future holds.
Richard Giannotti Part 2: Being Present Allows You To Be Your Best Self
In the second part of their conversation, Richard and Fernie discuss how being present is required for success as well as finding the proper balance as an athlete.
Richard Giannotti: To Have Success, Be Comfortable In Who Are
Richard Giannoti comes on the show and recounts his stints in the minor leagues with the San Francisco Giants and Anaheim Angels and how he transitioned into finance once his career was over.
Lourdes Riusech Avino: Athletes and the Entrepreneurial Spirit
Former American University Tennis Player Lourdes Riusech Avino comes on the podcast to discuss her athletic career, some troubling times in her life and how her son inspired Yteach, her educational app.
David Espinosa Pt 2: Falling In Love With Failure
In the second part of their conversation, Fernie and David discuss shaking athletes out of an "average" mindset and how to identify those with a true drive to succeed.
David Espinosa part 1: Your Dream Will Take You To Unexpected Places
Former Cincinnati Red and current MLB scout, David Espinosa sits down with Fernie to discuss his journey to the MLB and the unforgettable moments it produced.
Carlos De La Osa p. 2- Prepping The Next Generation Of Athletes
In the second half of their conversation, Fernie and Carlos delve deeper into the values and habits that need to be instilled into young athletes.
Carlos De La Osa: The Love of the Game Will Take You Far
Fernie sits down with Carlos de la Osa. A former three time state champion at the high school level, Carlos now dedicates himself to training and mentoring the next generation of baseball players.
Angel Nicolas: Losing is the Best Way of Learning
Fernie sits down with fellow entrepreneur and former professional baseball player, Angel Nicolas. Together they discuss building a culture, learning from your losses and falling in love with the building process.
Cameron Dobbs: Winning in the Dark
In this episode, Fernie sat down with former University of Miami volleyball player Cameron Dobbs. She went through a tremendous identity crisis following unforeseen circumstances. In this episode she recounts that adversity and how she come out of it with her identity intact.
Arthur Santos: The Future looks good
Fernie sits down with former College Teammate and minor league baseball player Arthur Santos to reflect on the transition from being a athlete to becoming a business owner.
Javi Sanchez: Relationships Are What Stay With You
Fernie sits down with former minor league baseball player Javi Sanchez to reflect on how building relationships allowed them to get great opportunities.
Luis Montejo: Culture Breeds Success
Fernie sits down with JAG Creative Media Director, Luis Montejo. They discuss how good company culture breeds passion which in turn helps employees beyond the office.