#1 - Larry English | Building Wealth After the NFL

In this episode of Wealth Made Simple, Karlton Dennis sits down with former NFL linebacker and first-round draft pick Larry English to unpack a remarkable journey to professional athlete and successful entrepreneur. Larry shares how his early vision for greatness, supported by a strong family foundation, helped him avoid common pitfalls and commit fully to his goals — ultimately becoming the first-ever first-round pick out of Northern Illinois University.

But Larry's story doesn't stop at the NFL. He opens up about the mindset shift required to transition from football into business and the personal health awakening that inspired him to pursue a life of high performance and purpose. From overcoming post-career health concerns to building a cutting-edge health optimization ecosystem, Larry breaks down how performance health, neurofeedback, and functional medicine have become the secret weapons in his entrepreneurial playbook.

The conversation also dives into money management, entrepreneurship, marriage, and fatherhood — with Larry offering lessons learned from both wins and setbacks. Whether you're building a business, pursuing peak performance, or looking for inspiration to live a more intentional life, this episode is packed with wisdom, candor, and practical insights from a man who’s done the work on and off the field.