Up on Game Presents

In this Best Of episode of Conversations with a Legend, we revisit LaVar Arrington's conversation with Lawrence Taylor. They discuss Taylor's impact on the game and how he became the standard for linebackers. Taylor shares his approach to the game and the importance of causing chaos on the field. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Taylor's popularity on campus and his legacy AND THEN:

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In this episode of the Penn State Pulse, host Dylan Dawson discusses breakout players for the upcoming college football season. He selects one player at each position on offense, defense, and special teams who he believes will have a standout year. Dawson provides analysis and highlights the potential of each player, taking into account their improvement from the previous season. Overall, Dawson provides insights into the players w...

UP On GAME Presents Conversations With A Legend with LaVar Arrington. Arrington talks with NFL Legend from the 'Greatest Show On Turf' Torry Holt in this best-of-edition episode. There are NFL Legends in the game who have some of the worse-looking fingers you have ever seen. So, how did these alpha men get these "BAD FINGERS?" One of the best receivers in the NFL, Torry Holt, describes how he received his "BAD FINGERS." Could Torry...

Up On Game Presents Conversations With A Legend with LaVar Arrington hits another best of conversation with Takeo Spikes and Warren Sapp. First LaVar and Takeo discuss their intense playing styles and the impact they had on each other. They reminisce about a memorable encounter before a game and how it changed their pregame approach. They also talk about the importance of being a leader on the field and the strategies they use to i...

In this episode of the Penn State Pulse, host Dylan Dawson interviews Penn State legend LaVar Arrington, who is also the founder of the Up on Game Media Network. They discuss Arrington's journey from being a highly recruited high school athlete to his successful college career at Penn State and his time in the NFL. Arrington also talks about his involvement with media and they touch on Arrington's son's, LaVar Arrington II, recruit...

Conversations With A Legend is back with a BEST OF Edition. We look back at  SMOOT SMACK as LaVar Arrington sits with his former teammate Fred Smoot about the INFAMOUS "Love Boat" and it WAS worth FOUR Game Checks! Second, after all the years 3x Super Bowl Champion LeGarrette Blount details that night in Boise State when he was called a racial slur. Finally, former number one overall NFL Draft pick Tim Couch details the pressure an...

Today’s guest DeDe Lea, Executive Vice President, Global Public Policy and Government Relations at Paramount joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss how her family's catering business created the work ethic to achieve success, moving forward in adversity,  not staying in the help phase, starting college at 16, and more.

DeDe never considered success not to be an option. Her journey to success spe...

Today’s guests Christena Huntsman Durham, Director and Executive Vice President of Huntsman Foundation and Tonja R. Myles, Community Engagement Advisor, The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation join host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss mental health, drug addiction, and more.

A few of Christena Huntsman Durham’s highlights:

• Strong financial support for the advancement of mental ...

Today’s guest Isaiah N. Johnson, NFL Legend turned Inspirational Leadership Speaker,  Entrepreneur, and Author and his phenomenal sister CiCi  join host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss his NFL career, financial literacy, living on purpose, CiCi and more.

Isaiah is a man who inspires and uplifts. A few of Isaiah N. Johnson’s highlights:

• Author of Voices Of Life

Today’s guest Stacey D. Stewart, CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss purpose driven leadership, her parents role in shaping her leadership, tapping into the sense of who you are as a leader, persevering through challenges, girl’s having access to compete in sports at the highest level, and more.

Stacey is intentional about living a life of service t...

Today’s guest Cam Newton, YouTuber and 2015 NFL MVP joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss the importance of family, unity, being authentic, the weight of being Cam Newton and more.

Cam Newton is firm in his beliefs and committed to being authentically who he is. A few of Cam Newton’s highlights:

• 2015 NFL MVP
• NFL leader in career quarterback rushing tou...

Today’s guest Kelli Richardson Lawson, Founder and CEO of JOY Collective joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss finding your way to joy, the CROWN Act, being a mother versus a mom, removing the shame and loneliness of mental illness, and more.

Kelli Richardson Lawson makes you feel right at home with his cooking. A few of Kelli’s  highlights:

• Emmy Award-winning creative v...

In this episode of Conversations with a Legend, LaVar Arrington sits down with Merril Hoge, a former Pittsburgh Steelers player. Hoge flips the discussion to LaVar and his decision to switch from running back to linebacker, plus LaVar brings up Hoge wearing a leopard speedo in Barcelona, Spain. The guys discuss the current state of the Steelers. Hoge also talks about the importance of coaching and the impact of good coaching on a t...

Today’s guest Chef Charles, President, and owner of Roux and Raw Perfection joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss taking a career leap of faith from New Orleans to Las Vegas, his rich family heritage in Cajun and Creole cuisine, partnering with other chefs and more. Chef Charles Bell makes you feel right at home with his cooking. A few of Chef Charles Bell highlights:

•Native of New Orleans Lou...

In this conversation, LaVar Arrington sits down with Tyron Armstead to discuss various topics, including the challenges of the season, the different makeup of the Miami Dolphins compared to the New Orleans Saints, the evolution of coaching, the differences between old school and new school athletes, Armstead's track and field background, and an analysis of the San Francisco 49ers.

•The path to success in football requires luck and ...

Today’s guest Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover, PhD, JD, CPA, President, Tennessee State University and Tennessee Titans 2024 Inspire Changemaker Awardee joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss leadership, the recognition from the Tennessee Titans, mentorship, and more.

Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover is an agent for change leaving her mark on our future leaders. A few of Dr. Glover’s  highlights:

• Tennes...

In this episode of Conversations with a Legend, LaVar Arrington sits down with Matt Ryan to discuss various topics. They start by talking about Ryan's support for the Ice Bucket Challenge and his personal connection to ALS. They then discuss the importance of continued support for causes like ALS. The conversation then shifts to the topic of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college sports, with Ryan expressing his support for pla...

Today’s guest Dr. Nyaka NiiLampti, Vice President of Wellness and Clinical Services at the National Football League  joins host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss normalizing the conversation of mental health, viewing mental health on a scale, distinguishing between mental health and mental wellness, her journey to becoming a licensed psychologist, and more.

Dr. Nyaka NiiLampti is determined to get peo...

On this episode of Conversations With A Legend LaVar Arrington sits down with NFL Legend Fred Taylor to discuss his Hall of Fame candidacy and the success of their show, The Pivot. They also talk about the importance of building relationships and giving back.

Takeaways

•Fred Taylor deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.

•The Hall of Fame selection process is subjective and lacks clear criteria.

•The Pivot has been a successful show fo...