In this episode, "From Athletes to Investors: The Journey of Growth and Resilience with Economist Joseph Karl," you will discover how Joseph Karl transitioned from college football to a career as an investment strategist and reflective leader. In this episode, he shares valuable insights on resilience, pivoting your career, economics and financial investments, and the lessons learned from sports and life.

What does it take to turn adversity into achievement? In this episode of Always An Athlete, host Jonathan sits down with Attorney, author, and AI legal expert and athlete, Mervin A. Bourne Jr., to discuss resilience, competition, leadership, and purpose.Mervin shares his powerful journey from being raised by a single mother to becoming a federal prosecutor, a corporate attorney, and a leader in cyber security, privacy, and artificial intelligence law. Along the way, he reflects on how discipline, mentorship, and a competitive mindset shaped his success both on and off the field.

In this Episode, "Order in the Court: Sports and Law with The Honorable Tarlika Nunez Navarro," we follow a journey that moves through different seasons of life, shaped by discipline, unexpected pivots, and moments that redefine direction. From early experiences in competitive environments to navigating entirely new spaces, this conversation reflects what it means to evolve over time.#TarlikaNunez-Navarro, #CareerJourney, #AlwaysAnAthlete

In this Episode, "Order in the Court: Sports and Law with The Honorable Tarlika Nunez Navarro," we follow a journey that moves through different seasons of life, shaped by discipline, unexpected pivots, and moments that redefine direction. From early experiences in competitive environments to navigating entirely new spaces, this conversation reflects what it means to evolve over time.

In this Episode, "Order in the Court: Sports and Law with The Honorable Tarlika Nunez Navarro," we follow a journey that moves through different seasons of life, shaped by discipline, unexpected pivots, and moments that redefine direction. From early experiences in competitive environments to navigating entirely new spaces, this conversation reflects what it means to evolve over time. #CareerJourney, #AlwaysAnAthlete

About the Podcast

Welcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and business leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE and that lessons from sports carry us through life long after the final whistle.

About the Host

Show host Jonathan is a trial lawyer and former collegiate basketball player who represents people and businesses facing complex legal challenges. He played ball at UNLV and the University of Alaska, before law school at Georgetown University.

Our Guest

The Honorable Tarlika Nuñez-Navarro is the dean of St. Thomas University Law School in Miami, Florida.

www.stu.edu/law/faculty-staff/faculty/tarlika-nunez-navarro/

What does it take to turn adversity into achievement?

In this episode of Always An Athlete, host Jonathan sits down with Attorney, author, and AI legal expert and athlete, Mervin A. Bourne Jr., to discuss resilience, competition, leadership, and purpose.

Mervin shares his powerful journey from being raised by a single mother to becoming a federal prosecutor, a corporate attorney, and a leader in cyber security, privacy, and artificial intelligence law. Along the way, he reflects on how discipline, mentorship, and a competitive mindset shaped his success both on and off the field.#AlwaysAnAthlete #Leadership #MervinBourneJr

About the Podcast

Welcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and business leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE and that lessons from sports carry us through life long after the final whistle.

About the Host

Show host Jonathan is a trial lawyer and former collegiate basketball player who represents people and businesses facing complex legal challenges. He played ball at UNLV and the University of Alaska, before law school at Georgetown University.

Our guest Mervin A. Bourne Jr. is a cybersecurity and AI specialist at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, and a former in-house attorney at Facebook/Meta and federal prosecutor. Mervin is the author of “A Single Mother’s Guide to Raising a Son,” a former collegiate football player, and a graduate of Morgan State University and Rutgers Law School.

In this powerful episode of the Always an Athlete podcast, former collegiate athletes share raw, honest reflections about identity, resilience, mentorship, injury, and the mindset that carries you into your career and beyond the game.From growing up with big dreams of being the first woman to play in the NBA, to devastating back-to-back ankle injuries, to navigating the pressures of college athletics. This conversation dives deep into what it truly means to compete, rebuild, and redefine success.#AlwaysAnAthlete, #StudentAthleteLife, #SportsMindsetAbout the Podcast

Welcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and business leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE and that lessons from sports carry us through life long after the final whistle.About the HostShow host Jonathan is a trial lawyer and former collegiate basketball player who represents people and businesses facing complex legal challenges. He played ball at UNLV and the University of Alaska, before law school at Georgetown University.

Welcome to our new episode, “From the Soccer Field to Medicine with Athlete and Sports Surgeon” Michael Mijares, where Jonathan K. Osborne sits down with Dr. Mijares to talk about the journey from childhood sports and his journey to medicine, fixing bodies and changing lives. We dive into his high school years as a multi-sport athlete, the journey to medical school, fellowship, and beyond, and more...

This episode is about resilience, identity, mentorship, and what it truly means to be Always An Athlete, long after the final whistle blows. Listen, learn, and get inspired.

#AlwaysAnAthlete, #OrthopedicSurgeon, #PodcastInterview

About the Podcast

Welcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE.

Our Guest: Michael R. Mijares MD, FAAOS/ Orthopaedic Surgeon; Board Certified Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon Sports Medicine — Shoulder | Hip | Knee

Follow Dr. Michael Mijares: https://www.instagram.com/mijaresortho

In this conversation, the Head Coach of GWU's Women's Basketball Team, Ganiyat Adeduntan, joins the show to talk about her basketball and coaching careers, the season ahead, leadership, and developing winning cultures.

About the Podcast

Welcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE.

In this conversation, Taylor Bigby emphasizes the importance of developing winning habits, aligning her work with personal goals, and finding an identity beyond sports. She discusses her journey to Texas Christian, faith, leadership, and plans to play professional basketball.

TakeawaysYou got to have winning habits.Align your work with your goals.Find your identity outside of your sport.Winning habits are essential for success.Your efforts should reflect your aspirations.Life lessons extend beyond sports.The importance of personal development.Identity is crucial when sports end.Work hard to achieve your desired outcomes.Success requires a holistic approach.

About the PodcastWelcome to the Always an Athlete Podcast with Jonathan K. Osborne, a conversation on competition in sports, business, law, and leadership. The show features interviews with coaches, athletes, and leaders across the spectrum who know that, at your best, you are ALWAYS an ATHLETE.