Roosevelt Nix (@dat_dude_nix45) is the starting fullback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college ball at Kent State, winning the MAC Defensive Player of Year as a freshman and was also the first player in school history to be named first team all MAC for all 4 years. After going undrafted, he was picked up by the Atlanta Falcons but was released during training camp. Listen below to hear how Rosie went from undrafted to free agent to Pittsburgh Steeler in the course of a year.

Just from meeting with Rosie for the podcast and a couple times beforehand, he is legit a good dude. You can tell he cares about people and has a lot of wisdom/perspective/insight to offer. In this episode, we talk about his journey and also a lot of  interesting things outside of football. Hope you enjoy.

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Hear wisdom and stories from: Trey Wingo, Mark Schlereth, Herm Edwards, Kelli Quinn, Ron "Crackman" Crachiola, Pinto Ron, Mel Renfro, Hollywood Hillbillie Hogette, Steve Atwater and more!

I traveled up to Hall of Fame not knowing what to expect but met some amazing people and they shared some incredible stories, wisdom and also a little bit of humor on the podcast. Hope you guys enjoy.

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After graduating college in 2012, Cian Fahey started his own website called PreSnapReads.com which featured football analysis that was and is unique from traditional coverage on TV/radio. He started by researching cornerbacks on every snap they played not just when the ball was thrown their way. The work from his site created opportunities for him to write for other sites like the Football Guys, Bleacher Report, Football Outsiders and Rotoworld. In 2014, Cian moved to quarterback coverage and dissected every pass to see if it was interceptable or not which then led to the creation of his Quarterback Catalog in 2015. Now he can be heard as the official football correspondent on ESPN's Dan LeBatard Show and will be starting a new role for ESPN in the future. 

In this episode Cian and I discuss, how/why he started PreSnapReads.com, how he built the site, believing in himself and never quitting, how the LeBatard Show opportunity came about, and obviously some Pittsburgh Steelers/football talk.

Check out Cian's site PreSnapReads.com for football coverage you won't get anywhere else.

Stay connected to Cian to see his newest articles and see what he'll be up to next.

His twitter- @CianAF

Listen to the Dan LeBatard Show now and throughout the football season to hear Cian give his football insights.

Stay connected with me for updates on the podcast and seeing what guests come on next. 

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Dave O'Brien is an upcoming Pittsburgh artist who just completed the 2017 Art Car for Ron Lewis Alfa Romeo downtown live at Market Square. He has also done live paintings for RedFish Bowl, Fame LLC, and Pittsburgh Beautiful. His work has been featured at Carnegie Library of Downtown Pittsburgh, War Streets Brewery, Delanie's Coffee shop and on the official Pittsburgh Saint Patrick's Parade t-shirt.

This episode is unique because Dave and I were friends and graduated in the same high school class- Seton La Salle 2011. Six years after graduating we meet again and discuss how/why Dave started creating and selling art, how he meshes the art and business worlds together, why he's so critical of his own work, tips for aspiring artists and entrepreneurs, high school/college football memories and much more. Also, I lose another bet on the podcast.

Check out and buy Dave's art here: DAVEOBRIENART.COM

Check out the 2017 Art Car on his Instagram: @daveobrienart

Twitter: @daveobrienart

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Jeff Walters is the owner of American Torch Tip which was started by his grandfather in the 1940's during World War II. In 2004, Jeff took his knowledge from ATTC and bought Globe Trailers which has become one of the leading trailer manufacturers in the country. We discuss how he was able to grow his companies at such a high rate, what makes a good leader, how to deal with stress, funny golf stories, the Kentucky Derby and much more!

Check out Globe Trailers at GLOBETRAILERS.COM

Check out American Torch Tip at AMERICANTORCHTIP.COM

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Intro and Outro Music: "Midweek Daggers"- Brahctopus

Jeff Young is the founder of Young Lungs Motivation a non profit organization that focuses on challenging and motivating people especially youth. He is a public speaker and includes poetry in a creative/ impactful way to better engage with his audiences. In this episode we discuss what makes a good speech, when/how he started poetry and motivational speaking, the art of networking, ways to set yourself apart and much more!

Check Jeff out for wisdom and motivational videos

Website: younglungsmotivation.com  

Instagram and Twitter- @young_lungs_motivation

Facebook- Young Lungs Motivation

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Intro and Outro Music: "Midweek Daggers" by Brahctopus

 

 

 

 

This one was very insightful and also a lot of fun. I talk with FIZZPOP pin owner and creator, Theresa Baughman. We discuss:

• How/why she started the brand
• The meaning behind the pins and the symbolism of objects
• Sexuality and Body Positivity
• Marriage in today's context
• Spirituality of music
• Hipsters/Beards
• And lots more!

Check out FIZZPOP pins and www.fizzpop-pins.com   Check out Theresa's other art and research at www.tbaughman.com   Follow her on Instagram @fizzpop.pins   Stay Chillin with me   Instagram, Twitter and Facebook- @chillinwithdeke   Website: www.chillinwithdeke.com   YouTube: Chillin with Deke      

 

Matt "Sweet Child" Conway is an undefeated Junior welterweight boxer based in Pittsburgh and has a fight June 24th at the Rivers Casino to defend his belt. In this episode Matt and I talk about how/why he started fighting, mental toughness, McGregor vs Mayweather, misconceptions of boxing and much more!

To get tickets for his fight go to MADEMENBOXING.COM or hit up Matt on Facebook or his Instagram- @conway_boxing1

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Short but sweet, Deke podcasts live from the Antonio Brown Softball game. Guests include: Pittsburgh Dad, DeJuan Blair, Mike Mitchell, Chris Colditz, Josh Dobbs and members of the Kent State Football team.

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I talk with Wade Anthony live from his sneaker shop- Anthony's Locker, located in Lawerenceville, PA. In this episode we talk about how and when Anthony started the shop/selling sneakers, his favorite Madden games/players, community, success and much more! Go to his site antlckr.com or visit him down at 4314 Butler St., Pittsburgh PA to buy some fresh shoes or gear.

Anthony's Instagram and Twitter: @anthonyslocker

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