Ep. #15: Peanut and Roman are live from radio row for Super Bowl LVII talking to legends of the game about life off the field. This episode they’re joined by NFL Hall of Famer/University of Colorado head coach Deion “Primetime” Sanders and former NFL player/media personality Mike Golic. First, our dynamic hosts talk to “Prime” about his top 5 defensive players of all time and why he never ranks DBs. Deion also shares what he wants his coaching legacy to be and how he hopes to impact his players ...
Feb 10, 2023•33 min
Ep. #14: Jake “the Snake” Plummer joins Peanut and Roman on the pod to talk about how he dove headfirst into the world of functional mushroom harvesting for their medicinal benefits. Plummer shares how the pandemic led him to the mushroom industry. He talks about the mission of his company Mycolove Farm, the types of mushrooms they grow, and why he believes they should be an integral part of everyone’s health and wellness routine. Plummer doesn’t claim to be a doctor, instead he calls himself a ...
Feb 02, 2023•38 min
Ep #13: Newly minted College Football Hall of Famer Reggie Bush joins Roman on the pod for a very personal interview between former teammates with the New Orleans Saints. They both share what it was like starting their careers in New Orleans at the same time the city was recovering from Hurricane Katrina. Reggie gets candid about being a “broken” man when he arrived in New Orleans, and how the city and the fans helped rebuild his spirit. He also shares the story of Sean Payton going rogue with t...
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Ep #12: Peanut and Roman are their own special guests on this week’s episode to share their second act journeys. We hear how their bromance formed as teammates during the Carolina Panthers Super Bowl run in 2015, and why an alligator fits into the story (9:45). They share different perspectives on the post-NFL transition: Peanut gets candid about the one thing he regrets doing when he left the game, while Roman explains how he avoided the post-NFL blues thanks to advice he got from Saints GM Mic...
Jan 19, 2023•39 min
Ep #11: Former Bills center Eric Wood was in Payco Stadium in Cincinnati when Damar Hamlin fought for his life on the field during a Monday Night Football game against the Bengals and he joins Roman to talk about the eeriness in the stadium that night. They both also speak on Damar’s remarkable recovery, and how that fateful night displayed the deepness of the NFL brotherhood. Eric also shares his story of being told of his NFL career was over while in the delivery room with his wife in labor. H...
Jan 12, 2023•45 min
Ep #10: Dr. Kevin Dyson, the man who gave the Music City a miracle, joins Peanut and Roman. He reveals whether – 22 years later – he believes that fateful throw from Frank Wycheck that forever placed the 2000 Titans in NFL lore was a forward pass or a lateral (4:15). Kevin also gets introspective about the years it took him to stop blaming himself for being one yard short of the would-be game-tying touchdown in Super Bowl 34, and how a meme of that play in his office motivates him to this day (9...
Dec 22, 2022•46 min
Ep #9 of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. On the show, co-hosts former All-Pro Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Super Bowl champion Roman Harper talk with NFL legends about how they’ve found success in their post-NFL careers. Today, they’re joined by 12-year NFL veteran running back and current Hollywood actor Thomas Q. jones . Thomas Jones was a bruising Pro Bowl RB who punished defenders on his way to 10,591 career rushing yards in his 12-year career. It was a career worthy of Hall of Fame co...
Dec 15, 2022•55 min
Episode #8: Doug, one of the NFL’s true OGs, joins Roman and Peanut on the pod. Roman gives Doug his flowers for achieving “GOAT status” for all of his contributions to the HBCU football community as a player and ambassador (3:31). Doug has continued to give back to the HBCU community, and he credits his former Grambling St. coach Eddie Robinson for instilling that in him (5:12). Doug also talks about his current second act with the Washington Commanders, and the historic nature of working with ...
Dec 08, 2022•51 min
Ep#7: There’s money in funk…just ask Justin Forsett. On the latest episode, the former 9-year NFL veteran running back joined Peanut and Roman to share the origin story of his company Hustle Clean , and how his teammates suspect shower habits sparked the idea of his multi-million-dollar hygiene company. He shares the story of his Shark Tank appearance he calls “the worst pitch in Shark Tank history,” but how that pitch led to the deal that shot his company into the stratosphere. Justin describes...
Dec 01, 2022•37 min
Episode #6: This week Peanut and Roman are joined by NFL Films producer Darrell Campbell. Darrell starts out taking us on his football journey from star defensive lineman at Notre Dame, to journeyman pro in the NFL, the AFL, and the CFL. That all led him to a chance meeting with NFL Films legend Steve Sabol. Darrell describes how that encounter charted his path to eventual Hard Knocks producer, and three Emmy awards. Darrell overcame many bumps along the way. He explains how the journeyman road ...
Nov 23, 2022•34 min
Ep. #5: Former Pro Bowl defensive back DeAngelo Hall comes through to chop it up with Peanut and Roman. D-Hall gives the backstory to why his ridiculous four interception game against Jay Cutler in 2010 was payback (2:26), and why he gets frustrated by watching DBs in today’s game (9:16). He talks of what makes former players prime candidates to be NFL coaches (12:40), and why he says nepotism is a major factor in him not wanting to pursue that path anymore (14:37). He also discusses the obstacl...
Nov 17, 2022•46 min
Episode 4: Malcolm Jenkins may be newly retired from the NFL, but he’s far from taking it easy. On the podcast he joins Peanut and Roman – who he says taught him values of leadership - to talk about how he’s diving headfirst into his many second acts as an art collector, a businessman, a content producer, and a sports league owner…all while staying true to his roots as a voice for the underserved. Malcolm shares the advice he gives to players about professionalism. He also dishes on how now that...
Nov 10, 2022•46 min
It gets spicy on the latest episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast when former 9-year NFL vet and social media “don’t-call-me-an-influencer” sensation Anthony “Spice” Adams joins hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. We learn the ways Spice separates his family and online lives (4:17). He also dishes on why he chose to take part in the Amazon Prime Video series “Life After” (5:33). Spice also shares why creating social content is therapeutic for him, and why he won’t create content tha...
Nov 04, 2022•42 min
In Episode #2 of the NFL Players Second Acts podcast, NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations Troy Vincent joins Peanut and Roman for a candid conversation about his journey from 15-year NFL veteran, to one of the top executives in the league office. Troy expounds on when he knew it was time for him to retire (2:17), and how he planned for his post-football life in high school (8:24). Troy also discusses why, during his playing days, he never defined himself as an NFL player (12:33)....
Oct 28, 2022•39 min
It’s a lively debut episode! Former Pro Bowl offensive lineman Jon Runyan joins co-hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper to discuss his many second acts, including his run as a two-term congressperson in New Jersey (1:30), and what he’s most proud of during his time in Washington, DC (11:37). Jon also revealed why, of all the jobs he could have, he decided to do a stint as an Uber driver (17:01), and a hint…it wasn’t because he needed money. He also talked about his path to his current role with...
Oct 20, 2022•37 min
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Oct 13, 2022•2 min
At the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, a panel of Walter Payton Man of the Year winners shared their experiences giving back to their communities with a room full of NFL sponsors. Cris Carter (the host), sits down with Thomas Davis, Troy Vincent, Andrew Whitworth and Nationwide CMO, Ramon Jones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 13, 2022•39 min
Logan Ryan, sits down with 4x Super Bowl Champion, 1975 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, 5x Pro Bowler, 1980 All-Decade Team member, and fellow CB, Mel Blount. Mel talks about being drafted to the Pittsburgh Steelers and how the team evolved throughout his time there. Logan and Mel bond over their views of the game, how cornerbacks play, and how the game has changed over the years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 23, 2022•48 min
Special Episode: As first heard on 3 Way Pro from the 104-5 The Zone Podcast Network, Kevin Dyson leads a conversation with the NFL's Senior VP of Player Operations, Tracy Perlman. Tracy shares her journey from competitive dancing to her transition into the NFL corporate office. She highlights the willingness to pay your dues, maintaining relationships and how she engages community members in her role with the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 15, 2022•56 min
Peanut Tillman sits down with 2012 Offensive Rookie of the Year and Pro Bowler, RGIII. Peanut and RGIII bond over the small hometown they both grew up in and RGIII shares how much of an influence Peanut was on his career. RGIII dives into his broadcasting career and the type of experience he wants to provide to his fans. They give their take on a few rules and plays, including Kenny Pickett's infamous fake slide, and exchange stories around their experiences playing football. See omnystudio.com/...
Jun 08, 2022•34 min
Peanut Tillman sits down with All Pro and 2014 Walter Payton Man of the Year award recipient, Thomas Davis. Thomas dives into his advice for young athletes as they begin their recruiting processes and recounts his experience as a first round Draft pick. Peanut and Thomas share their unusual college recruiting stories as well as their philanthropic efforts that have helped drive positive changes in their communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 01, 2022•29 min
Peanut Tillman is joined by NFL Legend and former White House executive director, Scott Turner. Since hanging up his cleats, Scott spent time in the capital leading the Opportunity Zone and Revitalization project, focusing on building up poverty-stricken communities. Peanut and Scott bond over their experiences working in government and share how they've used their platforms to give back and effect change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 25, 2022•18 min
Peanut Tillman sits down with 17x All Pro, 14x Pro Bowler, and Hall of Famer, Tony Gonzalez. Tony dives into his acting career to reveal the similarities between acting and playing football - and how acting isn't as easy as it looks. Check out Tony's new show, "Long Slow Exhale," exclusively on Spectrum Originals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2022•33 min
Logan Ryan sits down with his wife, Ashley Ryan, for a special episode honoring Mother’s Day. From college sweethearts to loving spouses, they share how they continue to grow together both personally and professionally. Ashley fills us in on how she maintains independence while raising a family alongside an NFL player, and how she balances their lives with Logan’s demanding career. They get personal about their family, sharing the grief of overcoming pregnancy challenges - but also the joy and l...
May 11, 2022•36 min
Peanut Tillman sits down with Shaquem Griffin to unpack his unique journey to the NFL. They reminisce about their experiences at the NFL Combine and share stories of competing with their brothers. Shaquem, having only one hand, tells us how he dealt with adversity and doubt from coaches, and how he overcame these challenges to land a spot in the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 04, 2022•31 min
Logan Ryan sits down with Pro Football Hall of Famer, Super Bowl Champion, All Pro, and fellow cornerback, Rod Woodson. Rod shares his old off-season routine, how he consistently maintained high performance, and how he applies those habits to his coaching style. The two CBs also exchange experiences about navigating the League as veteran players on younger rosters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 20, 2022•33 min
Logan Ryan sits down with NFL Legend and 2005 NFL MVP, Shaun Alexander. Shaun gives us an inside look to how he approached his MVP season, and shares who he believes are the best running backs right now. Beyond the field, Shaun also tells us what it's like to have 12 children (yes, 12) and opens up about his work with Café Momentum - a program to help steer children away from Juvenile Detention and into the work force with guidance and support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Apr 14, 2022•38 min
Aeneas Williams sits down with Super Bowl LIV champ and medical doctor, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif. After graduating McGill University Faculty of Medicine in 2018, he became the only active player to bear the letters, "M.D." after his name. LDT describes the parallels between playing football and being a doctor, and shares the challenging decision he made in 2020 to step away from football and serve on the COVID-19 front lines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 30, 2022•27 min
Logan Ryan is headed to the Bucs - but not before he sits down with former Giants teammate, Darnay Holmes. They talk game technique and unpack the idea of "cool” vs. masterful. Rooted in faith, Darnay tells us about his passion for giving back and advancing the opportunities for underprivileged children. The League is whatever you want it to be - and these cornerbacks are hoping to make it theirs this upcoming season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 23, 2022•23 min
Logan Ryan sits down with former teammate, Chandler Jones, to talk free agency, pass rushing, and their shared Super Bowl XLIX title. They reminisce about playing together in New England, the lessons they learned from the Patriots locker room, and maximizing their talent. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 09, 2022•30 min
