BE A BALLER -"Building a lifelong legacy"
Welcome to Be A Baller, where we're building a lifelong legacy for our families, communities, and the world! I'm your host, Coach Tim Brown, and I'm excited to for you join me on this journey.
On this show, we'll be talking about how to be intentional about building a lasting legacy. We'll be exploring what it means to leave a mark that goes beyond just our own lives, but has a positive impact on those around us and even generations to come.
Our guests will be individuals who have built a legacy in various fields – ministry, business, sports, education, and community service. And what's unique about our guests is that they're committed to the Wisdom Pledge. That means they're not just sharing their own stories and experiences with us, but they're also paying forward and sharing wisdom to empower the next generation.
So if you're looking for inspiration, guidance, and practical tips on how to build a lasting legacy that makes a difference, then you're in the right place!
So grab your earbuds, get comfortable, and let's dive in!
Episodes
126 episodes
Helping You Prosper: Redefining Wealth Beyond the Bottom Line
What does real prosperity look like when it’s not just about money? In this episode, we sit down with First Merchants Bank Jennifer Griffith and Matt Gerhardts, to explore how true success is built through relationships, trust, and long-term im...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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29:12
Dr. Nathan Harris - Engineering a Legacy with Dr. Nathan Harris, CEO/Founder See Your Brilliance
What's Up Ballers! Welcome back to another episode of The NxtUp Ballers Podcast. Today’s guest is someone who is literally engineering impact. Dr. Nathan Lee Roy Harris is an educator, visionary, and the President of See Brilliance — an organiz...
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41:01
Women's History Month - Shirley Rogers-Reece, McDonald's Dean of Hamburger University - A Legacy in Business
Shirley Rogers Reece was a pioneering figure in McDonald's leadership, breaking barriers for African Americans in corporate roles. She served as the first African American female vice president at McDonald's, paving the way for future leaders. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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31:08
Joshua Goshay, Called to Lead: Faith, Courage & Student Impact
In this powerful Be a Baller Podcast episode, former Columbus City Schools Student Ambassador and current Otterbein University leader and licensed minister Joshua Goshay shares how faith shaped his leadership journey. From campus senat...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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14:54
Women's History Month - Dr. Gene Harris - Building a Life Long Legacy in Education
Dr. Gene Harris was the longest-serving superintendent of Columbus City Schools. Dr. Gene Harris is a proud graduate of Columbus City Schools and spent 37 years as a professional educator. She is a true women of great faith who God ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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24:03
From Neighborhood Roots to Citywide Impact | Councilmember Nick Bankston | NxtUp Ballers Podcast
What's up, Ballers! Welcome to the first episode of The NxtUp Ballers Podcast — where we spotlight those who are building something bigger than themselves. The ones turning their hustle and purpose into legacy impact. Today, we’ve got one of th...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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40:30
Taylor Smith. Educator - A Legacy Builder: Aligning Home, Church & School for a Lasting Impact
What if legacy is less about success and more about alignment? Coach Tim Brown sits down with veteran educator Taylor Smith to explore a 46-year journey from segregation-era Virginia to leading Worthington Christian Schools with excellence and ...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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25:35
The NxtUp Ballers (Building A Life Long Legacy) Podcast
What’s up! Welcome to The NxtUp Ballers (Building A Life Long Legacy) Podcast—where the next, and now, generation of leaders, dreamers, and builders come to talk real growth, real lessons, and real legacy. Here, with our host Christian Noel, we...
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Kimberly Jones On Faith, HBCUs, And Building Futures
What if the smartest move you ever made wasn’t the safe one—but the faithful one?Detroit native, Central State University alum, and educator Kimberly Jones joins us to share how faith, a no-excuses mindset, and the unique power of HBCUs ...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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31:05
Building a Legacy in Education: Truth, Identity, and Courage with Dr. Donja Thomas
In this compelling episode of Be a Baller, Coach Tim Brown sits down with Dr. Donja Thomas—educator, curriculum pioneer, and TEDx speaker of Blackness Is a Superpower—to explore how truth-telling in schools awakens identi...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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37:50
“From Buckeye Walk-On to Community Builder: Obie Stillwell on Endurance, Equity & Everyday Leadership”
Obie Stillwell, Former OSU Buckeye walk-on, Buckeye Fever television co-host and real estate professional serving hundreds of residents in affordable housing. Obie Stillwell has lived enough lives for three people—and in this episode, Coach Tim...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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49:55
What a Year: Be A Baller 2025 Recap and Season 7 Reveal
What. A. Year. Coach Tim Brown kicks off this special Be A Baller Podcast episode by reflecting on the unforgettable journey of 2025 — a year overflowing with stories, student leadership, and community impact.From powerful con...
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1:15
Dr. Moses Newsome: Legacy Lessons From An HBCU Giant
A celebration can tell you everything about a leader’s life’s work. When Dr. Moses Newsome Jr. returned to Norfolk State University for the 30th anniversary of its social work PhD—the school’s first doctoral program—he saw former students runni...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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34:12
The Making of a Trailblazer: Gayle Saunders on Faith, Firsts & Legacy
Coach Tim Brown sits down with business leader and PR powerhouse Gayle Saunders to explore how faith, family, and fierce preparation shaped her journey from a small Kentucky town to a thriving communications career. Gail shares powerful ...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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37:36
OSU Football Player Maurice Hall & Cast: "The Story Behind the movie #WorstChristmasEver”
OSU football alum Maurice Hall shares how he rebuilt his identity after football, trusting God and hard work to guide him into filmmaking. Along with co-writer/director Tony L. Patterson, he breaks down the real moment that inspired Wors...
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36:14
Shaniece M. Wise on Building a Legacy That Lasts, Prayer, Purpose, & Profit
Shaniece M. Wise, certified business expansion coach, minister, and best-selling author sits down with Coach Tim Brown in this power-packed episode of the Be a Baller Podcast, to unpack how purpose, profit, and prayer can...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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32:49
How A Girls AAU Basketball Program Grew Into A Movement For Generational Impact
Coach Tim Brown and his wife Karmen Fields-Brown join us for a special Be A Baller Podcast - Next Up Ballers crossover to unpack how a girls’ basketball program, a van full of athletes, and a whole lot of faith grew into a movement that e...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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37:31
Beyond the Badge: Sgt. James Fuqua on Legacy, Faith, and Community
From the South Side of Columbus to the Chief’s Office, Sgt. James Fuqua has built a life around service, mentorship, and faith. In this powerful Be a Baller: Building a Lifelong Legacy conversation, Coach Tim sits down with Sgt....
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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25:06
Debbie Simmons: From Loss to Legacy | Building Resilient Families & Faith-Filled Leadership
Hard moments don’t just test us—they reveal the legacy we’re building. In this powerful Be a Baller: Building a Lifelong Legacy episode, Coach Tim talks with Debbie Simmons—author, speaker, and founder of Anchor Po...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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36:49
Napoleon Bell's Journey: From Police Officer to Community Champion
Napoleon Bell II's remarkable journey from DJ to police officer to community relations director reveals a singular commitment: bringing people together to create meaningful change. In this powerful conversation with Coach Tim Brown, Bell shares...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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36:17
Charity Martin-King and Ashley Logan, Legacy Builders: Education and Community Service
Ballers Edge Live Event, we sit down with Ashley Logan of I Know I Can and Charity Martin King—educator, strategist, and author—to map the real paths into 21st‑century careers and the habits that make those paths sustainable. From health scienc...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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26:35
Anthony King and Rodav Kalengayi: Faith, Vision, Mentorship, Building a Legacy That Lasts
The NxtUp Ballers Podcast Host Christian Noel, sits down with 17-year-old author and mentor Rodav Kalengayi and educator-turned-CEO Anthony King for a candid conversation about vision that actually holds up in real life. From a 1.28 GPA turnaro...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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24:21
Doc West: From an average student to Building a Legacy in Education
This episode brings the fire of Doc West’s journey from a C student with setbacks to a four‑degree educator who refuses to let labels define his future. We talk about work ethic over image, the Five P’s—Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performa...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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15:35
David E. Harrison: A Legacy, Faith, Education, Mentorship and Service
Coach Tim Brown sits down with David E. Harrison—Marine veteran, deacon, mentor, and longtime leader at Ohio State’s Fisher College of Business—to explore how small daily disciplines can compound into a legacy that others call significant. From...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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39:48
