Insightful Player® podcast shares messages of hope from retired NFL players

Retired Pro-Bowl Running-back Montell Owens' Relentless Drive to Excel Puts Him on the High Road

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew interviews Montell Owens, a former American football Pro Bowl Running-back,  Devoted Christian, and Brilliant Entrepreneur and inspirational leader on and off the field.  His Hard-Driving Hunger to be His Best Puts Him on the High Road as an Excellent Role Model 
Montell Owens’ path to the NFL wasn’t easy.  He got there through God’s grace, sheer determination, and hard work.  
After retiring from the NFL, Montell began a second career as an architect, founding Building Artistry LLC.
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives. 
==========================================
Learn more about and connect with Montell Owens:* Read Montell's inspiring Insightful Player® story: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/montell-owens* Read about the home he designed his 6,338-square-foot house in Florida: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/former-nfl-star-found-second-210811703.html* Read an interview and get a glimpse at Montell's architectural work: https://www.architecturalaccents.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Montell-Owens-Jacksonville-Home-1.pdf
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

Turning Setbacks into Comebacks: NFL Vet Jason Campbell's Inspirational Message

In this episode of Insightful Player®, host Chrissy Carew sits down with Jason Campbell, a former NFL quarterback who transitioned to life after sports as an executive coach and leadership facilitator. With over a decade in professional football, Jason now mentors youth in team building and leadership development, sharing valuable insights gained from his illustrious career on and off the field.
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
Learn more about and connect with Jason Campbell:Connect with Jason on Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-campbell-26496146/) 
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

Gerome Sapp on Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Entrepreneurship | Insightful Player

In this episode of Insightful Player®, host Chrissy Carew sits down with Gerome Sapp, a Baltimore Ravens veteran and a dynamic entrepreneur. Discover his transition from professional sports to business and how he channels his remarkable work ethic and drive into initiatives aimed at improving the world. Tune in to be inspired by his journey and commitment to making a positive impact in life after sports.
 
Learn more about and connect with Gerome Sapp: Connect with Gerome on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerome-sapp-19679b17 Connect with Gerome on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geromesapp/?hl=en About your host, Chrissy Carew: * Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/ * Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/ * Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/ * Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/ * Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer * Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

NFL Vet James Dearth: Transforming Anger Into a Life Glorifying God | Insightful Player

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew interviews Steve Hoyem, former NFL player with the Buffalo Bills. Steve shares his journey battling alcoholism and how he rose above it to embrace his life after sports, becoming a leader and mentor for younger players.
One of Steve's Guiding Principles:Understand that no matter how alone you feel, you are not alone. No matter what you are going through, help is available if you are just willing to ask for it. Asking for help can be the most powerful thing you can do to change your situation. 
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives. 
 
About your host, Chrissy Carew: * Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/ * Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/ * Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/ * Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/ * Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer * Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

NFL Vet Steve Hoyem's Incredible Turnaround: From Chaos to Inspiring Hope | Insightful Player

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew interviews Steve Hoyem, former NFL player with the Buffalo Bills. Steve shares his journey battling alcoholism and how he rose above it to embrace his life after sports, becoming a leader and mentor for younger players.
One of Steve's Guiding Principles:Understand that no matter how alone you feel, you are not alone. No matter what you are going through, help is available if you are just willing to ask for it. Asking for help can be the most powerful thing you can do to change your situation. 
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives. 
Learn more about and connect with Steve Hoyem: * Read Steve's inspiring story on insightfulplayer.com:  https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/steve-hoyem* Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hoyem-6811751/* Follow Steve on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveHoyem
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
 
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book
 

Resilience on and off the Field: Kevin Reilly's Life-Altering Journey | Insightful Player

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew has a profound conversation with Kevin Reilly, whose life after sports transformed into a journey of resilience and inspiration. After his professional sports career was unexpectedly cut short due to cancer, Kevin navigated the challenging transition from athlete to survivor with remarkable strength.
We delve into his inspiring recovery and how he reinvented himself in life after sports, now making an impact as an author, professional speaker, and broadcaster. His book, "Tackling Life," offers insights into overcoming adversity and finding new purpose beyond the playing field.
One of Kevin's Guiding Principles... Give other people something to smile about every day, especially those days when you can't find anything to smile about yourself. Join us as we explore Kevin's incredible story and the lessons he shares on perseverance, giving back, and living a fulfilling life after sports.
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
Learn more about and connect with Kevin Reilly:
* Read Kevin's inspiring Insightful Player® story https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/p...* Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn:  
 / kevin-reilly-91416a19  * Buy Kevin's book, Tackling Life — How Faith, Family, Friends, and Fortitude Kept an NFL Linebacker   in the Game: https://www.amazon.com/Tackling-Life-...* Visit Kevin's website: https://www.kevinreilly52.com/
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn:  
 / chrissycarew  * Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter:  
 / insightfulplayr    * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook:  
 / insightfulplayer  * Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube:   
 / insightfulplayer  
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book
 

How Jarvis Green, a Two-Time Super Bowl Champion, Navigates Life Off the Field | Insightful Player Part 2

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew continues her interview with former NFL player, Jarvis Green, exploring his journey of life after sports. Jarvis played with the New England Patriots and made it to three Super Bowls with them, winning two.
Today, Jarvis is a business owner and philanthropist. In our conversation, Jarvis shares his story of the obstacles he has overcome throughout his life, which has helped shape him with the resilience he has today.
One of Jarvis' Guiding Principles...Learn to trust other people and be someone others can trust. Hold yourself and others accountable for actions.
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
Learn more about and connect with Jarvis Green:* Read Jarvis' inspiring story on www.insightfulplayer.com: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/jarvis-green* Connect with Jarvis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarvisgreen* Follow Jarvis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JarvisGreen97* Visit Jarvis' seafood business website: https://ocean97.com/#about 
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

Champion On and Off the Field: Jarvis Green's Life After the NFL | Insightful Player Part 1

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew interviews former NFL player, Jarvis Green. Jarvis played with the New England Patriots and made it to three Super Bowls with them, winning two. Today, Jarvis is a business owner and philanthropist. In our conversation, Jarvis shares his life after sports and the obstacles he has overcome throughout his life, which has helped shape him with the resilience he has today.
One of Jarvis' Guiding Principles...Learn to trust other people and be someone others can trust. Hold yourself and others accountable for your actions.
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
Learn more about and connect with Jarvis Green:* Read Jarvis' inspiring story on insightfulplayer.com: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/jarvis-green* Connect with Jarvis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarvisgreen* Follow Jarvis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JarvisGreen97* Visit Jarvis' seafood business website: https://ocean97.com/#about 
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book
 

Former NFL Player on Empowering Youth and Community | Insightful Player Rashied Davis Part 2

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew continues her conversation with retired NFL Wide Receiver, Philanthropist, and High School Football Coach, Rashied Davis. Rashied had to hit the floor to dodge bullets in his South Central L.A. home. His father was murdered by gang members at a McDonald’s when he was eight; he grew up around drugs, violence, and poverty.
In each episode of Insightful Player, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
Rashied encourages all of us to learn how to play every bad hand well regardless of our situation.
 
Learn more about and connect with Rashied Davis: * Read Rashied's inspiring story on insightfulplayer.com https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/rashied-davis * Connect with Rashied on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashied-davis-6728a31/ * Visit his foundation's website (Saturday Place): https://www.saturdayplace.org/about/ * Watch Rashied's keynote speech for Saturday Place (and subscribe to Saturday Place on YouTube while you're there): https://youtu.be/Q_3l5es7Qgw *Check out Rashied's posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shied25/?hl=en and Saturday Place on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17876193160653966/?hl=en ======================================== About your host, Chrissy Carew: * Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/ * Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/ * Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/ * Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/ * Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
 
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book

Overcoming Obstacles with Inspiration, Preparation, & Discipline | Insightful Player Rashied Davis 1

In this episode of Insightful Player®, Chrissy Carew interviews Retired NFL Wide Receiver, Philanthropist, and High School Football Coach, Rashied Davis, as he shares his journey from the NFL to his life after sports.
Rashied had to hit the floor to dodge bullets in his South Central L.A. home. His father was murdered by gang members at a McDonald’s when he was eight; he grew up around drugs, violence, and poverty. 
One of Rashied's Guiding Principles: Learn how to play every bad hand well, regardless of your situation. 
Rashied is the founder of Saturday Place, a two-year academic enhancement program for 3rd and 4th grade Chicago public school students who are performing at least a year behind grade level. Their mission is to enable their students—most of whom come from disadvantaged backgrounds—to reach their full academic and personal potential. 
In each episode of Insightful Player®, we interview NFL players & other professional athletes to help transform our culture to be inclusive, kinder, and more loving. We hope to turn everyone into Insightful Players in their own lives.
 
========================================
Learn more about and connect with Rashied Davis:* Read Rashied's inspiring story on insightfulplayer.com: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/post/rashied-davis* Connect with Rashied on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashied-davis-6728a31/* Visit his foundation's website (Saturday Place): https://www.saturdayplace.org/about/* Watch Rashied's keynote speech for Saturday Place (and subscribe to Saturday Place on YouTube while you're there): https://youtu.be/Q_3l5es7Qgw*Check out Rashied's posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shied25/?hl=en and also visit Saturday Place on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17876193160653966/?hl=en
About your host, Chrissy Carew:* Visit the Insightful Player® website: http://www.insightfulplayer.com/* Visit Chrissy's coaching website: https://www.coachcarew.com/* Connect with Chrissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissycarew/* Follow Insightful Player® on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsightfulPlayr  * Follow Insightful Player® on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightfulplayer/* Follow Insightful Player® on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insightfulplayer
* Order Chrissy's book, Insightful Player: Football Pros Lead a Bold Movement of Hope: https://www.theinsightfulplayer.com/the-book