Fear makes us resilient, and nothing personifies that statement like Akbar Gbajabiamila. Listen as LaVar Arrington talks with Akbar about his early days with the NFL and how he transitioned into broadcasting. He describes how he took the "back door approach" to broadcasting while everyone else took the front door. Gbajabiamila talks about how American Ninja Warrior relates to many people's lives. And what is Akbar Gbajabiamila legacy?

UP On GAME Presents Conversations With A Legend. LaVar Arrington is sitting down with the best from the field, the stage, and beyond. These are intimate conversations and storytelling with legendary humans about their lives and successful careers. In this episode, Arrington talks with NFL And Now Broadcasting Legend Akbar Gbajabiamila.

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