The After Effect Show

On Ep. 9, we discuss the culture Christian Ballard grew up in via Lawrence, Kansas. Ballard speaks about his collegiate career at the University of Iowa and being ranked as the #1 defensive line in the country in 2009, the draft experience getting drafted in the 4th round of the 2011 NFL Draft, playing with Hall Of Famers like Jared Allen and walking away from the game on his own terms to pursue a career in the cannabis industry. Ballard is passionate about the legalization of cannabis for athletes amongst other humans. Listen up and rate us! Follow us on social media:

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On this episode, we discuss Indiana culture growing up, what it was like to not start playing basketball until a teenager and vastly growing from 6’1 to 6’9. Also, we discuss Big Ten basketball culture, playing close to his hometown, playing professionally overseas and Devon’s after effect of his playing career that led him to coaching. Don’t forget to rate us! Follow us on social media:

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On this episode, we have a lengthy conversation with 14 year NFL veteran and Chicago Bears WR Ted Ginn Jr. about Cleveland culture growing up, legends that mentored him at Glenville High School and his illustrious career at The Ohio State university and playing in a national championship. Also, we discuss NFL draft day going 9th overall in 2007, how’s he been able to sustain in the NFL year after year for 14 years and the after effect of his wonderful career. Lastly, we discuss his plans after football with Ginn Elite, a youth development team that competes in football, basketball and track. Don’t forget to rate us! Follow us on social media:

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On Episode 6, we have Chicago Bears OL James Daniels (@jamsdans ) on to discuss Midwest culture playing for Warren Harding, his transition to the University of Iowa and playing at only 17 years old and his collegiate experiences. Also, we re-live draft day for him, his disappointment sliding to the 2nd round of the draft and we debate who’s been the toughest defensive lineman for him to block in the NFL. You don’t want to miss it! 🎙

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On Ep. 5 w/Charles Torwudzo, we discuss being a top prospect in the state of Indiana, his recruiting process to Purdue University, his pro stints and the specifics of his current position with USA Football. As Midwest kids wanting to play in the B1G, we also talk about some similarities and differences for playing for a Big 5 school and possibly not.

On this episode w/ Don Shumpert, we discuss the St. Louis, MI culture growing up in a dangerous city, the Iowa Way experience, short NFL stints with the Kansas City Chiefs, Chicago Bears and the tough time period between playing football and ultimately deciding to be a coach full time. Don started off as a GA at his alma mater, landed an offensive assistant job with the New York Giants coaching OBJ amongst others and is currently the assistant Running Backs coach for the Arizona Cardinals. Don’t miss this valuable information!

On Ep. 3, we delve into a conversation with Effrem Reed who is the new Offensive Analyst for Michigan State University’s football program. We speak about his upbringing in Louisiana, his career at the University of Louisiana, his short stint in the NFL and his transition out of sports into coaching. He began working his way through the ranks and eventually landed the position of director of player engagement at his alma mater. Reed gives details on what programs he implemented and how he ultimately got the position at MSU through relationships and trust. Furthermore, he gives details on his after effect of his football career and offers tips to the youth who may have a passion for coaching. Listen up! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @theaftereffectpodcast Twitter: @AfterEffectPod

In Ep. 2, we have a powerful, transparent conversation with DJK about his upbringing in Youngstown, OH, the transition from Cardinal Mooney High School to the University of Iowa, the drug arrest in 2010 that got him kicked off the Iowa football team, not being allowed to participate in the 2011 Iowa Pro Day, being invited then uninvited to the 10 year reunion celebration commemorating our 2009 Iowa team (11-2 record) last football season and the staircase he had to climb in coaching to get to where he is today. Furthermore, we discuss politics in sports and racial disparities at our alma mater and other Big 5 Universities. Listen with an empathetic heart and dive into the world of an athlete. Enjoy! Original date of interview: 6/16/2020 | Follow us on all social media platforms: Instagram: @theaftereffectpodcast | Twitter: @AfterEffectPod |

This episode explains the ethos of this podcast being created and what audience we want to attract to listen. Also, we talk about our next 2 guests who will be on the show. For episode 3, we’ll have Derrell Johnson Koulianos on as he talks about his new coaching position at Bloomsburg University, his collegiate career at the University of Iowa and his take on black athletes coming out with allegations of racism and disparities within the program. For Episode 4, we’ll have Arizona Cardinals offensive assistant, Don Shumpert on as he talks about the issue of black coaches in the NFL, being raised in St. Louis and his transition into coaching. You do not want to miss out!