Between The Fur

Kyle Speller's journey, NBA rookie to Denver Nuggets announcer and team chaplain. What it’s like leading chapel before every Nuggets game, his calling to serve beyond the mic, and the power of being present in faith, fatherhood, and in the moment.

“The arena is my pulpit… I’m just here to be used.”

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Highlights:

3:30 - Kyle Preaches Next Door To Kenn's Locker Room

8:38 - Finding Joy in Moments

10:40 - Kyle's Start

17:27 - KCP Flop

20:44 - Half Court Shots

24:44 - All-Star Experience

31:31 - Greatest Memory

37:26 - Kyle's POV during Rocky's Viral Hanging

41:42 - Kobe's Passing, Pre-Game Chapel

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Wild musical chairs moments with Kenn (Rocky), favorite skits, Bill Hanzlik's NBA career, the art of perseverance, persistence, and finding your true path & Hanzlick's passion for giving back to the community. An inspiring and entertaining conversation about chasing your dreams & finding your path.

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Highlights:

3:30 - Kenn & Bill's Awkward First Interaction

4:42 - Musical Chairs Injuries

8:58 - Kenn's Favorite Skit

10:12 - Mishap While Flipping Over Dancers

13:45 - The Start of Gold Crown Foundation

19:00 - Lessons of Perseverance

23:15 - Finding a Way to Step It Up!

25:56 - Evolution of The Half Court Shot

27:32 - Rocky Driving a Stryker at Fort Carson

32:12 - Bill's Game Winning Shot

35:41 - Playing Against Michael Jordan

40:24 - Chase Your Dreams!

43:12 - Finding Your Path

44:23 - Fired As Head Coach, Life Changes

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John Lessiue, former NBA Mascot for the New Jersey Nets as Duncan, Super Dunk, and briefly Sly. From repelling off cranes to the physical toll of life as an NBA mascot, the unpredictability of working with an NBA organization, the change in current Mascot performers, the importance of challenging yourself, and how John stumbled into this crazy career.

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Highlights:

1:55 - Auditioning for the Nets

4:11 - From Fat Character to Athletic Mascot

13:20 - Pros-Cons of NBA/Steering Away From Performers

16:03 - The Type of Person it Takes

19:10 - Challenging Yourself, The Quiet Moments

23:53 - It's The Way You Do It!

26:10 - Basketball is a Show

29:02 - IVs, Tears, Giving It Your All

36:50 - Old School Repelling, Training

42:00 - Repelling Close Calls, Six Story Crane

47:17 - Nets Third Mascot (Sly)

48:46 - Trading Cards at All-Star

54:42 - Focus On What You Can Control

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Count down Robert Boudwin's top 10 bloopers, fails, and mishaps from his legendary 21 year career as the original Clutch from the Houston Rockets. Dive into the hilarious & chaotic stories that happened behind the scenes. The inside scoop on how these mishaps unfolded, the backstage drama, and the lessons learned along the way. (This episode can be watched on Youtube or Spotify.)

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Highlights:

5:01 - #10 Crotch Kick

9:09 - #9 Jump Off Of Yacht

11:09 - #8 Clothes Ripped Off By Football Players

14:47 - #7 MMA Body Slam Gone Wrong

19:28 - Outbursts Backstage

23:18. - #6 Segway Face Plant

24:57 - #5 Air-raid Mid-Game

29:22 - #4 Hit By Stunt Man

30:58 - Structure Of The Court / Stage Hands

33:19 - #3 The Nutcracker / The Mascot Network

39:15 - #2 Dunk Fail / Life Changing Injury

42:52 - #1 Proposal Gone Wrong / Rehearsals

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Camping on the roof of Pepsi Center, viral "OK GO" Treadmill Dance & Rocky's Giant Ladder Shot. Kenn Solomon & his former assistant, Jay Evans, reminisce about their unforgettable run as an unstoppable Mascot team. Behind-the-scenes stories, valuable industry insights & just how much impact a skilled Mascot performer can have. Dive into the value of a great Mascot Assistant, the art of storytelling through skits, the secrets to success by thinking big, & how to make it in this industry.

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Highlights:

6:37 - How Mascots Tell A Story

11:17 - The Year-round Creativity

12:10 - Camping On The Pepsi Center

13:53 - How Jay Made It To The NBA

19:37 - Think Elephants

22:24 - Viral "OK GO" Treadmill Dance

31:02 - Beating Up A College Mascot

36:05 - What It Takes To Entertain

39:40 - Rocky's Giant Ladder Shot

45:31 - Memorable Moments

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Curtis Dvorak, the original Jaxson de Ville, of the Jacksonville Jaguars, for 19 years. Curtis shares unforgettable behind-the-scenes stories, from supportive management, to pushing the boundaries of ever-changing NFL rules. He dives into his infamous beefs with NFL players and his legendary feud with coach Bill Cowher. Curtis discusses why he believes showing the performer’s face is crucial and how authenticity is key to connecting with fans & the unique power of sports to bring communities together like nothing else. A candid conversation filled with insights, laughs, and untold tales from the pro sports world.

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Highlights:

15:20 - Jaxson's Introduction/Getting Violent

24:04 - Getting on Player's Nerves

33:07 - The Bill Cowher Feud

39:16 - Kenn Tackled By NFL Player

44:47 - Sports Brings Community

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Mark Randall shares his journey from aspiring athlete to NBA player to Mascot Assistant. Mark takes us behind the scenes of a unique and unexpected chapter in his life working with Rocky, and the Denver Nuggets. Discover how this unexpected duo brought energy, entertainment, and unforgettable moments to fans and the community.

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Highlights:

3:44 - Mark's Upbringing/1st Round Draft Pick

10:32 - Mark's Career Leading to Working w/ Rocky

18:55 - Kenn & Mark Doing Events Together

25:00 - The NBA's Creative Restrictions

28:16 - Rollerblade Slingshot Dunk

31:22 - Rocky's Famous Ladder Shot

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Austin Fritts, the high-flying professional dunker and social media sensation. With over 3 billion views in just three years and close to one million followers online, Austin has become a household name in the realm of basketball entertainment.

Austin shares his incredible journey from local courts to the grand stages of the NBA, including Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics games, as well as the NBA All-Star Game. Discover the relentless drive and passion that fuel his quest to push the limits of what's possible in the world of dunking.

Austin also opens up about his partnership with Kenn Solomon. Together, they form an unstoppable duo, constantly innovating and striving for the next viral moment.

Whether you're a basketball fanatic, an aspiring influencer, or someone who loves an inspiring success story, this episode is packed with insights and behind-the-scenes stories.

Highlights:

4:43 - First Viral Moment

18:12 - Putting Together an NBA Show

40:55 - Performing at NBA All-Star

43:21 - The TikTok Ban

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Journey back to the early days of NBA mascots, where Kenn Solomon and his assistant Scott Strate formed an inseparable team, mastering the art of Mascot mind-reading, improved performances, and thriving under intense pressure.

Beyond the success of their performances, Scott's unwavering support and keen intuition not only ensured Kenn's well-being but also played a pivotal role in executing some of his most iconic stunts and skits.

As they reflect on over 20 years of friendship, Kenn and Scott share candid insights into their shared journey traveling the world, the challenges they faced, the unforgettable moments they shared on the court, and the profound bond that has stood the test of time.

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Highlights:

7:37 - When Last Minute Skits Work Out

12:23 - Rocky Makes Micheal Jordan Sign a Ball in Game

21:24 - Hosting The All Star Game

32:18 - Using Their Own Kids in Skits (Viral Hair Cut Skit)

34:24 - Performing in Argentina

42:40 - Performing Around The World

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Kenn sits down with John Nunez, the former embodiment of the iconic "Benny The Bull" Mascot for eight thrilling years. From donning the beloved costume at a young age to facing the intense pressure of maintaining a character with an immense reputation, John shares the highs and lows of his journey as the famous Mascot.

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Highlights:

2:40 - All About Aubie

12:05 - Being a Celebrity and a Nobody

17:07 - John's First Year as Benny

20:24 - Working with Celebrities / Leaving The Fame

25:29 - Building Millions of Followers

29:12 - Pet Peeves

40:32 - Popcorn Skits

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