Athletes Doing Good

A Milwaukee sports media legend, wrapped up his 35-year career, watching Milwaukee in the NBA Finals to top it off. With a court-side view, Jim talks about his relationship with the teams and players, especially his buddy Giannis! Learn more of what it takes to make it in the league from this seasoned professional. 

After officially retiring from the NFL, Kyle Rudolph embarks on his next journey as a Big Ten analyst for Peacock, and co-host a Sunday night show on Fox Sports Radio. He shares how his life is more busy then ever being a father and continuing to make huge waves of impact in the m=community with Alltroo and the Vikings foundations new endeavors. Learn about Kyle's heart for giving and his heartfelt tie to he University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital.

Wisconsin native Derek Watt talks what its like to grow up with strong family ties and now build a family in the same place he grew up. Hear more about his professional and personal career as we dive into a heart warming conversation with Derek and wife, Gabriella. 

Jordan Hicks is an inside linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings. Over his eight year career, he has also played for the Philadelphia Eagles, with whom he won a Super Bowl ring in 2018, and the Arizona Cardinals. Aside from football, Jordan has a heart and passion for giving back. "When I think back on those times and being in the position that I'm at now, it's humbling and it's a reminder of where you come from." Learn more about where Jordan Hicks comes from in this insider episode. 

A story of true grit, Makayla was living a seemingly normal teenage life, excelling in cheer. When her family moves to Texas she cheered for some of the most elite teams in the world, but one accident changed her life as she knew it. Listen to Makayla's journey, where she's at now and what is in store for her. 

He played 16 seasons in the NBA, is a 3x NBA champ and 13x NBA all-star and recent hall of fame inductee. However, many of Wade's true accomplishments stand outside the court, like being an entrepreneur, dad, husband and giving back with the Wade Family Foundation. Take a peak inside Wade's multifaceted life. 

Get an inside look at the person behind the player and the people behind the team. Learn what drives the passion of these individuals beyond the court, field or arena in an authentic and heartfelt way. You may even discover good work being done in your community or be prompted to join a cause that touches you. Join us as we interview a plethora of name-dropping athletes and sports industry experts to highlight stories of how and why people in the sports industry are doing good. 

Today we welcome in former SMU Mustang, and all conference tight end, Kylen Granson. Although he was just recently selected in the 4th round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts, he already has his own Foundation, KG’s Kids, which focuses on the importance of reading. For more information on KG's Kids visit kgskids.com.

Today we welcome former Wisconsin Badger, and current Las Vegas Raider, Alec Ingold. Ingold signed with the Raiders in 2019 and has been the starting fullback for them ever since.

Today we welcome Olivia and Sam Dekker. Sam is just back from playing professional basketball in Turkey and Olivia reflects on her work for ESPN and the Big Ten Network.