Ep #12: Peanut and Roman are their own special guests on this week’s episode to share their second act journeys. We hear how their bromance formed as teammates during the Carolina Panthers Super Bowl run in 2015, and why an alligator fits into the story (9:45). They share different perspectives on the post-NFL transition: Peanut gets candid about the one thing he regrets doing when he left the game, while Roman explains how he avoided the post-NFL blues thanks to advice he got from Saints GM Mickey Loomis (12:09). Roman also shares why he chose television over coaching like his father for his second act (21:47). Roman takes us back to the time when teenage Roman realized he was getting gray hair (29:03). He’s now all in on his trademark silver look, despite the jokes he says President Obama had for him during the Saints trip to the White House after Super Bowl XLIV (30:12). The “Peanut Punch” is as synonymous with the game as a tackle, and Peanut shares the evolution of his signature move. And the guys give flowers to who they place on their personal Mt. Rushmore (34:59)

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Ep #11: Former Bills center Eric Wood was in Payco Stadium in Cincinnati when Damar Hamlin fought for his life on the field during a Monday Night Football game against the Bengals and he joins Roman to talk about the eeriness in the stadium that night. They both also speak on Damar’s remarkable recovery, and how that fateful night displayed the deepness of the NFL brotherhood. Eric also shares his story of being told of his NFL career was over while in the delivery room with his wife in labor. He also explains how he’s maintained his 65-pound weight loss from the 308-lb playing weight. Eric talks of scratching his competition itch in his media career, and how Kobe Bryant has inspired his business career. And he offers Roman, and all men, marriage advice that includes a grading system. 

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Ep #10: Dr. Kevin Dyson, the man who gave the Music City a miracle, joins Peanut and Roman. He reveals whether – 22 years later – he believes that fateful throw from Frank Wycheck that forever placed the 2000 Titans in NFL lore was a forward pass or a lateral (4:15). Kevin also gets introspective about the years it took him to stop blaming himself for being one yard short of the would-be game-tying touchdown in Super Bowl 34, and how a meme of that play in his office motivates him to this day (9:45). Kevin takes us inside how he fought through the depression, fear, and resentment he felt during his first year of retirement from the NFL (18:01). Education is where Kevin found his calling, and he talks to Peanut and Roman about reaching his personal Mount Everest when received his Doctor of Education degree. Kevin also shares how his love for children was the driving force for him becoming an educator (22:10). And the guys have fun with a game of “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader.” (38:50)

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Ep #9 of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. On the show, co-hosts former All-Pro Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Super Bowl champion Roman Harper talk with NFL legends about how they’ve found success in their post-NFL careers. Today, they’re joined by 12-year NFL veteran running back and current Hollywood actor Thomas Q. jones.

Thomas Jones was a bruising Pro Bowl RB who punished defenders on his way to 10,591 career rushing yards in his 12-year career. It was a career worthy of Hall of Fame consideration in 2022. Yet, when he left the game Thomas spent the first 10 months of his retirement drinking beer…all day, every day…starting with a Corona…at 6am! He joined Roman and Peanut to talk about the dark days of that struggle and how showbusiness saved his life. The man who chose acting over alcoholism also talks of how he channeled his football competitiveness into a thriving Hollywood career as Thomas Q. Jones the actor, producer, showrunner, and entrepreneur.

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Episode #8: Doug, one of the NFL’s true OGs, joins Roman and Peanut on the pod. Roman gives Doug his flowers for achieving “GOAT status” for all of his contributions to the HBCU football community as a player and ambassador (3:31). Doug has continued to give back to the HBCU community, and he credits his former Grambling St. coach Eddie Robinson for instilling that in him (5:12). Doug also talks about his current second act with the Washington Commanders, and the historic nature of working with the NFL’s first Black team president Jason Wright (7:36). Doug discusses his goals for the coaching fellowship named in his honor (14:00), and the importance of having a pipeline of Black QB coaches (17:50). Doug gives the origin story of how he created the Black College Football Hall of Fame (22:05). He also talks about the Deion effect of the recent spotlight HBCU football has enjoyed (29:10). Doug gives his top 4 QBs to watch right now, and why he loves Josh Allen’s “I don’t give a damn” attitude (39:20). He also talks why he was “born too soon” when looking at current QB contracts (43:21). And, Doug tells the incredible story of being recruited by Eddie Robinson at Grambling St.(46:30). 

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Ep#7: There’s money in funk…just ask Justin Forsett. On the latest episode, the former 9-year NFL veteran running back joined Peanut and Roman to share the origin story of his company Hustle Clean, and how his teammates suspect shower habits sparked the idea of his multi-million-dollar hygiene company. He shares the story of his Shark Tank appearance he calls “the worst pitch in Shark Tank history,” but how that pitch led to the deal that shot his company into the stratosphere. Justin describes his grind starting Hustle Clean while playing and tells current players why they should start planning their post-career lives asap! Justin explains his leadership style, and why he says, “In order to lead well, you must read.” Justin also blends profits with philanthropy through his company and highlights his two initiatives: “Shower to the People” and “Free Play.”

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Episode #6: This week Peanut and Roman are joined by NFL Films producer Darrell Campbell. Darrell starts out taking us on his football journey from star defensive lineman at Notre Dame, to journeyman pro in the NFL, the AFL, and the CFL. That all led him to a chance meeting with NFL Films legend Steve Sabol. Darrell describes how that encounter charted his path to eventual Hard Knocks producer, and three Emmy awards. Darrell overcame many bumps along the way. He explains how the journeyman road impacted his family, and his transition from pro athlete to the "real world" as an unpaid intern. Darrell talks of those who motivated him - we're looking at you Peanut - and how his faith has kept him uplifted to reap the benefits of success he now enjoys. 

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Ep. #5: Former Pro Bowl defensive back DeAngelo Hall comes through to chop it up with Peanut and Roman. D-Hall gives the backstory to why his ridiculous four interception game against Jay Cutler in 2010 was payback (2:26), and why he gets frustrated by watching DBs in today’s game (9:16). He talks of what makes former players prime candidates to be NFL coaches (12:40), and why he says nepotism is a major factor in him not wanting to pursue that path anymore (14:37). He also discusses the obstacles he says minority coaches endure for opportunities, and how it informs how he views his job as a broadcaster (15:24). He also shares his thoughts on Jeff Saturday’s hire as Colts head coach (22:54). DeAngelo is also an advocate for MS awareness and shares why he supports the cause in the NFL’s My Cause My Cleats campaign (36:59). The guys have a little fun also. D-Hall admits Roman has a better golf swing (40:02), and why he’s loving being a dad he never had (42:44).

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Episode 4: Malcolm Jenkins may be newly retired from the NFL, but he’s far from taking it easy. On the podcast he joins Peanut and Roman – who he says taught him values of leadership - to talk about how he’s diving headfirst into his many second acts as an art collector, a businessman, a content producer, and a sports league owner…all while staying true to his roots as a voice for the underserved. Malcolm shares the advice he gives to players about professionalism. He also dishes on how now that he’s retired from the NFL every day is an adventure, and whether it's Saints or Eagles fans for him. 

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It gets spicy on the latest episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast when former 9-year NFL vet and social media “don’t-call-me-an-influencer” sensation Anthony “Spice” Adams joins hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. We learn the ways Spice separates his family and online lives (4:17). He also dishes on why he chose to take part in the Amazon Prime Video series “Life After” (5:33). Spice also shares why creating social content is therapeutic for him, and why he won’t create content that will embarrass his kids (29:38). He reflects on why he doesn’t regret turning down a main character role in the HBO series “Ballers” (29:38). And, we learn the origin stories of his most famous characters, Leon Lemons (34:52) and Cream E. Biggums (7:46).

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