Darryl Silverstein is the true embodiment of resilience, legacy, and heart. In this powerful episode, we uncover how his passion for baseball and the Toronto Blue Jays shaped his life and spirit — leading up to their 2025 World Series run against the Los Angeles Dodgers. From losing vision in his right eye at 13 to battling brain cancer, Darryl’s story is one of pure grit, transformation, and the relentless pursuit of purpose.
Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction
2:39 – Patriotism: When an Entire Country Rallies Behind the Toronto Blue Jays
3:58 – Team Camaraderie: Inside the Blue Jays’ Locker Room
7:07 – Off-Season Strategy: What Should the Blue Jays Focus on for 2026?
14:41 – The Slide: What Really Should Have Happened
21:43 – One Conversation Darryl Would Love to Have — Outside of Baseball
29:16 – Losing Vision at 13: Darryl’s Story of Trauma and Resilience
35:10 – Why Talking About Your Partner Matters — In Life, Love, and Business
41:16 – Balancing Family, Business, and the Birth of J. Birdy
52:45 – Entrepreneurship in Canada: Redefining Failure and Embracing Growth
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