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Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel

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Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel is a new interview series from Almost Friday Media that celebrates and explores the most nostalgic eras in sports. Hosted by former Heisman Trophy winner and infamous first-round pick, Johnny will sit down with some of the most iconic and legendary names in sports for authentic conversations, look backs, and more. Like coming home and watching Tavon Austin and John Wall highlights with your buddies at 4 AM, these conversations will dive into the glory of sports’ biggest stages and the adversity that often accompanies them. Welcome back to the glory days.
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Episodes

Tyreek Hill on Noah Lyles Beef, Fastest in NFL Title & Calling Out Bills

In Episode 3 of Glory Daze, Tyreek Hill joins us for an unfiltered conversation about everything from track beef to football loyalty. He opens up about his recent back-and-forth with U.S. sprinter Noah Lyles, why their highly anticipated race never happened, and who really deserves the title of the fastest man in the NFL. Tyreek also reflects on his time with the Miami Dolphins — sharing what it’s like playing alongside Tua Tagovailoa, how head coach Mike McDaniel has unlocked a new level in his...

Jun 25, 202526 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Brian Urlacher on 2000s Bears, Rodgers/Favre Rivalry & Jay Cutler

In Episode 2 of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel sits down with NFL Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher to talk about his journey from the University of New Mexico to becoming the heart of the Chicago Bears defense. Urlacher breaks down how he made it to the league, what it was like playing in a tough Bears locker room alongside Jay Cutler, Lance Briggs, Devin Hester, playing for Lovie Smith, and what it took to lead the team all the way to Super Bowl XLI. He also talks about facing off against division lege...

Jun 19, 202546 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Maxx Crosby on Raiders 2024 Chaos, Gruden's Firing & Mahomes Rivalry

We are so back Glory Daze family, and we couldn’t be kicking off Season 2 with more of a winner. Glory Daze is all about celebrating the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports - the ups and downs that make our favorite athletes who they are. So who better to launch Season 2 with than the Condor, Mad Maxx himself - Maxx Crosby. Maxx joined us to chop it up about becoming the highest paid non-QB in the league, a rough 2024 Raiders Season, his relentless attitude at Eastern Michigan a...

Jun 12, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Michael Vick on Redemption & How he Changed the Quarterback Position Forever

In the Season 1 finale of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel chats with the one and only Michael Vick. From his unforgettable days at Virginia Tech to changing the game in the NFL, Vick opens up about it all. He talks about the Heisman snub, playing with DeSean Jackson, and what it was like under Andy Reid with the Eagles. Vick also reflects on the ups and downs of his career—how he ended up in prison, his journey toward redemption, and what he would look like in today's NFL. This episode is packed with...

Feb 20, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Marcus Lattimore & Johnny Manziel Reflect on Injuries in Football, What Ifs & Mental Health

On this episode of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel sits down with South Carolina and college football legend Marcus Lattimore. They revisit the moment that changed everything—Marcus’s infamous injury that cut his college career short but never diminished his impact on the game. Lattimore opens up about the emotions of that day, the road to recovery, and how he found purpose beyond football. From his dominance in the SEC to the lasting legacy he left behind, this is a must-listen for every college foo...

Feb 06, 20251 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 13

The 2008 Florida Gators were the Wildest National Champions Ever

We’ve got a special one today — Florida Gators legend and NFL lockdown corner Joe Haden joins the pod! Joe takes us back to his days running the swamp under Urban Meyer, locking down receivers on a stacked championship team with Tim Tebow, Percy Harvin, and Aaron Hernandez. He shares wild stories from those SEC battles, what made Meyer’s teams different, and just how crazy that 2008 title run really was. We get into his NFL journey, from being a star in Cleveland to chasing a ring with the Steel...

Jan 30, 20251 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Alshon Jeffery & Johnny Manziel On Eagles Super Bowl Win, Philly Special, and South Carolina

We’re thrilled to welcome South Carolina and Eagles LEGEND Alshon Jeffery to the podcast. Alshon takes us back to his dominant days in the SEC, where he cemented his legacy as one of South Carolina’s greatest wide receivers. He reflects on his NFL journey, including Pro Bowl seasons and his pivotal role in the Eagles’ iconic Super Bowl win. From the unforgettable Philly Special to playing alongside Jason Kelce and Nick Foles, Alshon shares what it meant to bring a championship to Philadelphia. P...

Jan 23, 202548 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Kenjon Barner on Oregon’s Golden Era & Winning Super Bowls with the Eagles & with Tom Brady

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 2 AM. We’re thrilled to welcome Oregon Duck LEGEND Kenjon Barner to the podcast. Kenjon and Johnny take a deep dive into the golden era of Oregon football, where he shared the backfield with stars like LeGarrette Blount, De'Anthony Thomas, LaMichael James, Kyle L...

Jan 09, 20251 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Ricky Williams & Johnny Manziel on the Heisman Trophy Ceremony, NIL & the NFL Drug Policy

We’re thrilled to have one of the most fascinating characters in football history, Ricky Williams join the podcast. Ricky is the personification of the Glory Daze. He and Johnny talk about winning the Heisman Trophy, Ricky’s legendary years at Texas, being drafted by Mike Ditka and the Saints and leading the NFL in rushing in 2002 with the Dolphins. He opened up about the NFL drug program, why he left football and why he came back. The two Heisman winners chopped up the current landscape of the ...

Jan 02, 20251 hr 42 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Vince Young on 2006 Rose Bowl, Losing the Heisman to Reggie Bush & Mental Health

Today we’re thrilled to have one of the most iconic college quarterbacks of all-time, Texas legend Vince Young. Vince Young breaks down winning the National Championship against Matt Leinart, Reggie Bush and USC in the greatest college football game of the century, the 2006 Rose Bowl. VY talks about coming up short in the Heisman voting to Reggie, getting drafted by the Titans and overcoming mental health struggles during his football career. Thanks for the stories, Vince. Follow him @vinceyoung...

Dec 19, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Patrick Peterson & Tyrann Mathieu Are The Greatest Defensive Duo in College Football History

Today we’re thrilled to have one of the greatest cornerbacks of all-time, LSU’s Patrick Peterson. Peterson joined us to talk about dominating at LSU alongside Tyrann Mathieu, guarding Calvin Johnson, Antonio Brown, Julio Jones and AJ Green and being one of the greatest cornerbacks to ever live. Thanks for the stories, Patrick. Follow him @realpatrickpeterson! Thank you to our sponsors - support them here! Underdog: Sign up now and deposit using promo code JOHNNY to get your Free Pick and up to $...

Dec 12, 20241 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Tyler Hansbrough on UNC Dominating Duke, the Bloody Nose & Guarding LeBron in the Playoffs

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 2 AM. Today we’re thrilled to have one of the greatest college basketball players of all-time, North Carolina’s Tyler Hansbrough. “Psycho T” joined us to talk about his legendary days at UNC, dominating Duke, playing against JJ Redick and getting his number put i...

Dec 05, 20241 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Partying at the Playboy Mansion & Smoking with Snoop Dogg - LenDale White & Johnny Manziel

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 2 AM. Today we’re thrilled to have USC’s all-time leading touchdown scorer, LenDale White. LenDale joined us to talk about his epic college days, smoking with Snoop Dogg, partying at the Playboy Mansion, winning two National Championships alongside Reggie Bush an...

Nov 21, 20241 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 5

LeSean McCoy & Johnny Manziel on Andy Reid vs Belichick, Michael Vick, & Overpaid NFL QBs

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 2 AM. Today we’re thrilled to have one of the greatest running backs of all-time - LeSean McCoy. Shady joined us to chop up his legendary college days, Michael Vick’s return from jail, Andy Reid vs Bill Belichick, Mahomes being the GOAT, his beef with Chip Kelly ...

Nov 14, 20241 hr 39 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Matt Leinart and Johnny Manziel On The Heisman, the Vince Young Natty, and Reggie Bush's Legacy

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 2 AM. Today we’re thrilled to be joined by another Heisman Trophy Winner and absolute college football legend - Matt Leinart. Matt and Johnny discussed their defining Heisman moments, the challenges of being a “Hollywood” QB, Matt’s legendary game versus Texas an...

Nov 07, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Greg Oden and Johnny Manziel: Untold Conversations on Mental Health, NIL, and Lebron

Welcome back to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 4 AM. Today we’re thrilled to be joined by Ohio State legend and former first overall pick Greg Oden. Johnny and Greg reminisce over their days playing college ball at the highest level and opened up about the lows that they often faced. From mental health challe...

Oct 31, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Tavon Austin On His Highlights, West Virginia’s Legendary Offense, and That Oklahoma Game

For the very first time, welcome to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel. A podcast that celebrates the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports. A podcast that embodies that special feeling of coming home and watching highlights with your buddies at 4 AM. So who better to launch this show with than the legend, human highlight reel himself - Tavon Austin. Tavon joined us to chop it up about his recent retirement, his legendary career and teammates at West Virginia, his challenges in the le...

Oct 24, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel

Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel is a new interview series from Almost Friday Media that celebrates and explores the most nostalgic eras in sports. Hosted by former Heisman Trophy winner and infamous first-round pick, Johnny will sit down with some of the most iconic and legendary names in sports for authentic conversations, look backs, and more. Like coming home and watching Tavon Austin and John Wall highlights with your buddies at 4 AM, these conversations will dive into the glory of sports’ bi...

Aug 28, 20243 min
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