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Josh Kalinowski is former professional baseball player and is currently a motivational speaker and life coach. Josh shares the lessons he learned when finding his purpose after his baseball career and explains how he didn't allow his past to define his present. Josh then dives into how he's dealt with failure and learned to forgive himself.

Josh Kalinowski Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadkalinowski/

Josh Kalinowski website: https://www.joshkalinowski.com/

TJ Jefferson is a co-host on the Rich Eisen Show joins Iggy during the Super Bowl week to talk about his favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys, and what they need to do in order to get back to the Super Bowl. TJ and Jake also discuss if the NFL is rigged and TJ talks Aaron Rodgers to Jets.

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Mel Kiper Jr is one of the most respected NFL Draft Analysts at ESPN and has been evaluating the draft since the 1970s. Kiper Jr joins the show for Part 2 to talk about how the mental side of draft evaluations has changed over time with mental health becoming more accepted. Mel also speaks about how organizations have changed their approach to helping draft prospects transition smoother and focus more on developing the mental side.

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JJ Redick is currently an NBA Analyst on ESPN and hosts a podcast called The Old Man and the Three but previously played 13 seasons in the NBA. Redick made the playoffs every season he played in the league and is the ninth player in NBA history to do so. JJ joins Iggy to discuss how he mentally prepared as a player for those high pressure during the NBA playoffs.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFioAhehx3hWpMEjPcjbiGA

Andrew Jensen is a professional golfer, content creator and suicide survivor. Andrew is well known for his golf-focused YouTube videos but also uses his platform to touch on the mental aspects of golf. Andrew openly speaks about his struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts to help others through his experiences. Andrew speaks more about those struggles and the lessons he's learned throughout this conversation.

Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewsjensen/?hl=en

Andrew's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC122tKLa59z-ORFl2UUWC6Q

Alex Rodriguez is a former MLB Player that was once one of the most feared home run hitters in the MLB. Arod is a 14x All-Star, 3x MVP, and World Series Champion but experienced adversity throughout his career after being suspended multiple times for PEDs aka steroids. Alex shares his lessons from those times of his adversity from his playing career and life experiences.

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The ESPN Sunday Night Baseball crew consisting of Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravich, and David Cone joins the show to discuss which MLB teams are the most underrated teams going into the 2023 season.

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Mel Kiper is one of the most well-known NFL Draft experts in the game of football and has analyzed the draft for ESPN since 1984. Mel joins the show to discuss which teams he believes will trade up in the draft.

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Iggy is joined by Vince Samperio, Manager of Brand Strategy of BR Walk at Bleacher Report to discuss his journey and how he's found success in sports social media. Vince shares the lessons he's learned throughout his journey and advice he'd give to people looking to work in sports social media.

Lastly Jake and Vince talk about how the new rules of baseball will impact the flow game and preview the most underrated and exciting teams going into the 2023 season.

Vince's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincesince91/

Vince's Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinceSamperio

Vince's Dodgers podcast "Locked On Dodgers": https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnDodgers

BR Walk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brwalkoff/

Time Stamps:

Background: College, Internships & Social Sports Media For Dodgers: 3:10-4:20

Iggy and Taylor begin by speaking about their friendship and the importance of having friends from the opposite gender. Taylor then speaks about her struggles with anxiety and self-confidence and explains the lessons she's learned from those struggles. They also dive into the fear of the unknown and the struggle to find your true purpose. Taylor explains the process she went through to find her purpose and how she's found ways to embrace the unknown.

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Guy/Girls being friends: 0:42-1:54