The Wonbyone Podcast

The Wonbyone Podcast

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The Wonbyone Podcast episodes

  • 62. Anthony Goods on Player Development, Recruiting, and Coaching the Next Generation

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Anthony Goods—former Stanford standout, 11-year overseas pro, and now a D1 assistant coach at Arkansas State. They talk about the transition from player to coach, the mindset young athletes need to compete at the college level, and how discipline, relationships, and identity shape long-term success.


    Anthony also shares how media is changing the athlete experience, and why understanding the game within the game matters more than ever.


    📍 Topics covered:


    Playing at Stanford and overseas

    The mindset shift from pro player to D1 coach

    What discipline actually looks like

    Why recruiting is more than stats

    Long-term thinking and building identity beyond basketball


    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian
     🟡 Follow Anthony: @antgoods87
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    57 min
  • 61. Romeo Travis on Discipline, Identity, and Playing Your Role

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Romeo Travis—longtime pro, high school teammate of LeBron James, and now a coach and mentor—to talk about the importance of always being prepared. Romeo shares how being a role player shaped his identity, the difference between playing a part and being "the man," and what overseas basketball taught him about resilience, responsibility, and reinventing yourself.

    They get into the transition from pro basketball to real estate, the challenges of coaching high schoolers in today’s world, and the importance of using your voice to uplift others on and off the court.

    📍 Topics covered:

    Growing up in Akron and playing with LeBron James
    Learning discipline as a role player
    The mindset shift from rookie to vet
    Staying ready and earning your moment
    Giving back through coaching and mentorship
    Thinking beyond basketball

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian
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    1 hr 1 min
  • 60. Justin Su’a on Leadership, Training Confidence, and Performing Under Pressure

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Justin Su’a—leadership coach, author, and former Mindset Performance Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox—to explore what it really takes to lead under pressure. With a background that spans MLB, the NFL, WWE, and Olympic athletes, Justin shares practical frameworks for confidence, composure, and high-performance leadership, whether you're on the field or off it.

    They talk about the habits of elite leaders, how to reset after failure, and why being great when no one’s watching matters just as much as game-day performance.

    📍 Topics covered:

    The systems that support real leadership performance
    What to do when confidence disappears
    How high-performers manage pressure and self-talk
    Creating clean slates and resets
    What separates average effort from elite execution
    Why leaders win in the off-hours, not just on the court

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian
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    54 min
  • 59. How to Go Pro: Omar Krayem on HoopTicket, Character, and the Business of Basketball

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi reconnects with overseas vet and HoopTicket founder Omar Krayem to talk about what it takes to get signed and stay signed year after year. With 15 years of pro experience, Omar shares hard-earned wisdom on breaking in from small schools, getting scammed by agents, and what separates the guys who just get one-off contracts from those who build a full career.

    They dive into why most players get the business side wrong, how to build a career overseas from scratch, and the value of visualization, character, and being coachable. Omar also breaks down how HoopTicket is changing the game for underdog athletes and why player reputation is often worth more than a stat line.

    📍 Topics covered:

    Why talent alone won’t get you signed
    How agents, exposure camps, and pro opportunities actually work
    Building a network through trust and reputation
    Using visualization and mental prep to stay sharp
    Why being coachable is still your biggest asset
    What HoopTicket is doing differently for unsigned players

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian
    🟡 Follow Omar: @overseas_omeez @hoopticket
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    1 hr 8 min
  • 58. Training the Mind Like the Body: Maya Raichoora on Mental Fitness & High Performance

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Maya Raichoora—UK-based mental fitness expert, visualization specialist, and author of Visualize: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1%. Maya shares how her journey with chronic illness sparked a lifelong obsession with mental performance, and how visualization helped her reclaim her health, rewire her brain, and rebuild her identity.


    They explore the five types of visualization Maya uses with elite athletes, Olympians, CEOs, and high performers—plus how anyone can use these tools to build confidence, sharpen skills, and shift perspective. Whether you're recovering from injury, facing self-doubt, or striving to get from good to great, this conversation delivers a masterclass in training the mind like the body.


    📍 Topics covered:


    Why mental fitness matters just as much as physical fitness

    The 5 types of visualization (and when to use each)

    Using visualization to build confidence and resilience

    What athletes get wrong about mental prep

    The importance of focusing on habits and identity, not just the end result

    Practicing emotional agility in high-pressure moments


    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian

    🟡 Follow Maya: @maya.mental.fitness

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    58 min
  • Wonbyone Rewind: 44. Emma Ryan & Dr. Kevin White: Health, resilience and the power of community

    On this episode Obi sits down with nutrition, health coach and owner of Eat Plant OKC, Emma Ryan and Dr. Kevin White, Emergency Medicine Physician. For all the athletes listening, you dont want to miss this one, we cover everything health, wellness, fitness and more.  

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    49 min
  • 57. James Woodard on Hooping Overseas, Mental Resilience, and Confidence

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi reconnects with longtime friend and high school teammate James Woodard—pro hooper, Tulsa standout, and now a 10-year vet in the overseas game. James opens up about navigating the highs and lows of pro basketball abroad, from small-town gyms to high-level European leagues, and how mental toughness, faith, and family have anchored him through it all.

    They get into the grind of adjusting to new teams every year, what really builds confidence, and how staying consistent off the court—through nutrition, training, and prayer—can change everything. James also shares how personal loss reshaped his perspective on life and sport, and what fatherhood has taught him about leadership, patience, and purpose.

    📍 Topics covered:

    What pro basketball overseas actually looks like
    The year that almost broke him—and what saved him
    Why confidence comes from quiet, consistent work
    Adjusting to new teams, roles, and cultures every year
    Navigating personal loss and spiritual growth as a pro
    Life as a father, husband, and veteran in the game

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian
    🟡 Follow James: @juice_woodard
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    1 hr 17 min
  • 56. From AfroBasket Champ to Nonprofit Leader: Ezinne Kalu on Legacy Beyond the Game

    In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano is joined by five-time AfroBasket champion and Nigerian national team player Ezinne Kalu. They unpack what it really takes to represent your country, win at the highest level, and still stay grounded in your purpose beyond the game.

    Ezinne shares what AfroBasket is actually like—including how her team had just one week to prepare before heading into back-to-back games across the continent. She opens up about recovery as a female pro, why it’s important to warm up, and how learning to prioritize treatment saved her career.

    Plus, she dives into her passion project, the WeMove Foundation, and why it’s time for athletes to give back with intention. 

    📍 Topics covered:

    Behind the scenes of winning 5 AfroBaskets
    Recovery and self-care as a female pro
    Representing Nigeria with pride and purpose
    Building a nonprofit that reflects your values
    The truth about African women’s basketball

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian

    🟡 Follow Ezinne Kalu: @_thenigerianqueen, @wemove.foundation, @clampsonlydefense, and @wmnextup
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    51 min
  • Wonbyone Rewind: Ep 40 - Chad Foster: Harvard business school's first blind graduate

    On this episode Obi sits down with Chad Foster, Harvard business school's first blind graduate as they discuss paving your own way, the anatomy of resiliency, changing your perspective on how you deal with adversity, defying the odds and more. 

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    53 min
  • 55. From Greensboro to Global: Ike Nwamu’s Journey Through Hoops and Healing

    On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with fellow Olympian and nine-year pro Ike Nwamu to talk about the winding road from G League dreams to overseas reality. From UNLV to Summer League with Miami, Ike opens up about chasing the NBA, bouncing between teams and countries, and what it took to finally find peace in the process.

    They dive into how to build a high-performance lifestyle, the identity crisis that comes with injury, and why creative outlets like writing became a mental lifeline. For any athlete struggling to stay grounded, stay ready, or find themselves beyond the game—this one hits deep.

    📍 Topics covered:

    G League grind vs. overseas stability
    Handling uncertainty and adapting fast
    Injury, identity, and mental recovery
    Daily habits that create consistency
    The importance of mindset

    🎙️ Hosted by Obi Emegano – Pro Basketball Player & Olympian

    🟡 Follow Ike: @ike_nwamu
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    31 min

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Welcome to The Wonbyone Podcast. I'm Obi Emegano. 8-year pro, Olympian, founder of Wonbyone. These are real conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and leaders about how high performance…