Athletes Doing Good

Today, we welcome in sports media professional Jenny Fischer. Jenny has been a leader in breaking the silence of mental health and suicide prevention since her time in college and continues to help bring change.

Today we welcome former Southern Methodist University star and current Boston Celtics, Semi Ojeleye. Ojeleye was a former Player of the Year at SMU before entering the NBA draft in 2017 and being selected by the Boston Celtics.

Kelly Herron, a marathon runner from Seattle, was brutally assaulted in a park bathroom while out on a run and has turned her experience into an inspiring, life changing project for people across the country. For Kelly, the attack wasn't a sign to stop what she was doing; it was a sign to keep going and not look back. Listen to her remarkable story and be inspired to not let fear stop you from doing what you love. The impact that Kelly is making on the running community makes her another example of an athlete doing good.

On today's episode, we welcome former Super Bowl champion, and current New England Patriot, Deatrich Wise. Deatrich is coming off of a dominant 2020 season in which he set a career high in tackles. Listen in to hear how Deatrich has helped determine the success or failure of both his team on the field, and in the community. Through the Wise Up Foundation Deatrich and his family are working to bring inspiration and positivity to people’s lives. He hopes that by inspiring just one person, that person will inspire the next, creating a ripple effect of positive change in the lives of others. The impact that Deatrich is making on the community makes him another example of an athlete doing good.

Join Athletes Doing Good hosts Chellee Siewert and Jen Lada as they catch up on the great work our podcast guests have done since being on the show!

Former MLB outfielder, Chris Dickerson spent seven seasons in the MLB, playing for the Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, Milwaukee Brewers, and more. Chris’ passion for the environment started at a young age, growing up in Los Angeles. Years later, during his time in the MLB, Chris started Players For The Planet, a non-profit with the goal of uniting professional athletes to create positive change for our environment. Chris shares with us today the different ways Major League Baseball and other sports are becoming more sustainable and how we can make a positive impact in our environment. The impact that Chris is making to create a better world makes him another example of an athlete doing good.

Baltimore Raven’s Bradley Bozeman dreamed of playing professional football since he was six years old. Before being drafted by the Ravens in 2018, he helped the Crimson Tide win another two National Championship titles. Bradley and his wife, Nikki, a 3-year starter on the University of Alabama women’s basketball, take us on cross country journey. From sports, to bullying, to food insecurities, Bradley and Nikki share the stories of kids they’ve met and the impact that still needs to be made. Their unwavering ability to give whole heartedly make Bradley and Nikki two more Athletes Doing Good.

Dara Torres is a 5-time Olympic Veteran, mother, author, speaker and entrepreneur. In 2008, at the age of 41, Dara was the oldest swimmer to ever make the U.S. Olympic team, proving that dreams are attainable at any age. Reaching those dreams, wasn’t always easy. Dara shares with us her struggles with an eating disorder, bullying, and what it took to become a 12-time Olympic medalist. Humble. Transparent. And Kind. Are just some of the words that make Dara another Athlete Doing Good.

There is more to Damion Lee than Shooting Guard for the Golden State Warriors. Growing up, Damion experienced his own adversities in school and on the basketball court. Now, several years later, he’s committed to helping kids with similar challenges. Using basketball as a tool, Damion and The L.E.E. Way Foundation work to inspire perseverance, and confidence in youth across the country. Today, Damion shares memories from his childhood that have brought him to where he is today. Damion’s passion to make a difference makes him another athlete doing good.

Gorgui Dieng is more than just a talented NBA player for the Memphis Grizzlies. He’s a beacon of hope. As a high school student, Gorgui uprooted his life in Senegal and moved to the United States to play basketball at Huntington Prep before playing college basketball for the Louisville Cardinals. Today, Gorgui shares with us not only his journey to the NBA, but why is he committed to giving back and helping others. He believes you don’t have to be a rich man to have a big heart, and that you are never too busy to help others. His passion to leave a legacy as a humanitarian makes him another athlete doing good.