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• ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND/NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT
  • Jett Booker | SELA
  • Javonte Graves-Billips | THE CITADEL
  • Grey Zabel | NDSU
  • Mark Gronowski | SDSU
  • Aidan Bouman | South Dakota
  • Ben Voigtlaender | EWU
  • Bo Belquist | North Dakota
  • Chris Presto | Southern Illinois
  • Daniel Sobkowicz | Illinois State
  • TK Baldwin | Richmond
  • Joshua Harris | Furman
  • David Walker | Central Arkansas

• Week 4 Preview Segment - WE COVER IT ALL!
• Brian Marceau from TUBS AT THE CLUB JOINS THE SHOW TO TALK ALL THINGS IDAHO VANDALS
• Picks Segment -- TAIL & RAKE ... same ol' story!

Honorary Captain of the Week: Jett Booker Joins the Fight Against Childhood Cancer

In this special episode of FCS Nation Radio, we sit down with Jett Booker, redshirt junior wide receiver for Southeastern Louisiana University, to highlight his role in our ongoing fight against childhood cancer, presented by Northwestern Mutual and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.

Jett, a standout both on the field and in the classroom, shares his excitement about being part of this meaningful cause. We explore how his personal connection to Childhood Cancer Awareness Month has motivated him to make an impact beyond football. Jett also talks about his internship with Northwestern Mutual and how it has shaped his vision for life after sports, along with the guidance he’s received from Avril Habitz, Managing Partner of Northwestern Mutual Louisiana.

Join us as we kick off the Lion-Up for Lemonade campaign on September 21st—our first big event as we work toward our overall goal of raising $250,000 to support childhood cancer research. Jett invites you to join the mission, compete off the field, and change lives.

Want to help us hit our goal? Head to fcsnationradio.com and visit the Alex’s Lemonade Stand landing page to donate to Jett and the Lions’ campaign. Every donation brings us one step closer to making a real difference for kids battling cancer!

Tune in now and be part of something bigger.

In Week 3 of FCS Nation, Kevin and Stone are back to break down all the action across the FCS landscape. From Idaho’s big win over Wyoming to North Dakota’s comeback against Montana, they’ve got all the highlights, analysis, and hot takes. Kevin, your resident FCS encyclopedia, dives into the stats, while Stone brings the QB perspective with plenty of humor to keep things fun.

They also team up with Northwestern Mutual to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer through Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. And don’t miss their picks for Week 3’s matchups—whether you’re here for the insight or just the laughs, this episode’s got it all.

In this episode of The Stone Cold Quarterback Segment, we’re talking all things football with Paxton DeLaurent, the standout QB from Southeast Missouri State. Ranked as the #8 returning quarterback in the FCS by HERO Sports, Paxton is coming off a strong season despite an injury, and he's determined to make waves in 2024. From breaking records to slinging touchdowns, Paxton’s journey from Central Methodist to SEMO has been nothing short of electric.

Join Stone Labanowitz, a former QB himself, as we dive deep into Paxton’s story—what it’s like to work at the Manning Passing Academy, how he battled through adversity, and his goals for the upcoming season. Whether he’s throwing for 350+ yards or rushing into the end zone, Paxton's got the ice-cold composure every great QB needs. Tune in for an inside look at what makes this signal-caller one of the best in the game!

In this episode, I’m joined by Avril Habetz, Managing Partner/CEO for Northwestern Mutual of Louisiana & Mississippi. With over two decades of experience and a host of qualifications, Avril is a powerhouse in the financial industry, known for her commitment to developing top-tier advisors who positively impact their clients and communities. We discuss Avril’s involvement in the fight against childhood cancer through Northwestern Mutual’s partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and the FCS Nation Athlete Challenge. Last year, 13 football stars from 11 FCS universities raised $45,000 for childhood cancer research, and this year’s goal is set at $250,000. Avril shares her insights on the importance of supporting families facing the financial burdens of cancer treatment and how the next generation of athletes and leaders are stepping up for this vital cause.

Tune in to learn more about Avril’s inspiring journey and Northwestern Mutual’s ongoing dedication to accelerating childhood cancer research and supporting those affected.

In this episode of FCS Nation Radio, we’re excited to sit down with Chris Schenkel, Managing Partner of Northwestern Mutual in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to talk about a cause that hits home for many: the fight against childhood cancer. As September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re diving into how Northwestern Mutual’s partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is making a real difference for kids battling this disease.

Chris breaks down how Northwestern Mutual’s dedication to funding pediatric cancer research aligns with our mission: to change the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering communities to help find a cure. Since Alex’s first lemonade stand in 2000, the foundation has raised more than $300 million, funded over 1,500 research projects, and supported nearly 30,000 families.

We also give our listeners a lay of the land on how this partnership works. Through Northwestern Mutual's involvement and our radio show, fans of the FCS (Football Championship Subdivision) can be part of this mission by rooting for their favorite athletes and schools while raising funds. Each week, we’ll highlight athletes, FCS teams, and Northwestern Mutual partners who challenge their fanbases to get involved. Fans can contribute by pledging donations for touchdowns, wins, or simply cheering on their teams, with all proceeds going directly to childhood cancer research and support.

Last year, we raised $45,000, and this year, we’re going big—aiming to raise over a quarter of a million dollars! We explain exactly how you, our audience, can take part in this game-changing mission: whether it’s through donations, hosting your own events, or spreading awareness, every effort counts. Tune in and learn how you can help us change the game both on and off the field with Kevin & Stone.

Kevin & Stone bring you your weekly dose of FCS football.

Signal caller for the Central Arkansas Bears joins the show to talk about the #9 ranked Bears.

Will, Senior, is oozing with confidence as he leads his Bears to battle this season. In 2023, he played in and started 11 games at quarterback... threw for 2,477 yards and 24 touchdowns... completed 239 of 376 passes with just 5 interceptions.

He's one of, if not THE best Quarterback in the country and he thinks his team has what it takes to win a National Championship.

We address getting robbed last week vs Arkansas State, his relationship with his HC & QB Coach, who is favorite rapper is, and so much more.

This was an awesome way to kick off the 'Stone Cold Quarterback' series this year ... stay tuned for more.

This week's HONORARY CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK is a special one!

Liz Scott, Co-Director of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation joins the show to talk all things Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, her legendary daughter Alex Scott who founded Alex's Lemonade Stand, and our yearly competition involving athletes from all over the country.

We break down:

• How the Foundation started
• Alex's Mission 🍋
• How more than $300 million dollars has been raised since Alex’s first lemonade stand and how they've become the largest independent childhood cancer charity in the U.S.
• Our Partnership
• Liz's GOAL for us to raise this year

Liz is one of the best people on this planet and it will take you less than 60 seconds to realize that. What her and her husband Jay have built has changed hundreds of thousands of lives and is here to stay.

You can follow Alex's Lemonade Stand on social media at @Aalexslemonade

RECAP:

• Montana State / New Mexico
• SEMO / North Alabama
• FAMU / Norfolk State
• Hawaii / Delaware State

National Players of the Week presented by NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL

PREVIEW:

• SDSU @ Oklahoma State
• Missouri State @ Montana
• Chatt @ Tennesse Volunteers
• Idaho @ Oregon
• UC Davis @ Cal
• Central Arkansas @ Arkansas State
• SIU @ BYU
• Tarleton State @ Baylor
• Furman @ Ole Miss
• Illinois State @ Iowa
• Richmond @ Virginia
• Long Island @ UAlbany
• NoCo @ UIW
• South Carolina State @ FAMU
• Nicholls @ LA Tech

Interview w/ Colby Dant from the Sports Gambling Podcast Network

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