Life After Fame Podcast

In Episode 19 get ready to be inspired by our captivating conversation with former professional baseball player Kevin Munson as we discuss his relentless pursuit of making it to the big leagues and the importance of perseverance. We uncover his incredible claim to fame of getting Bryce Harper and Mike Trout out in the same inning and delve into the lessons he learned from the lowest point in his career. Plus, you won't want to...

Episode 18:   Join us for an incredibly inspiring episode of Life After Fame as we sit down with the brave young superhero, Bridger Walker, and his father, Robert, to discuss Bridger's heroic act of saving his little sister from a dangerous dog attack. The story touched hearts around the world, leading to recognition from countless celebrities, including Chris Evans, who honored Bridger as an honorary Avenger! Our conversation...

Join us for an inspiring discussion with former professional basketball player Ike Nwankwo, as we explore his incredible journey from college basketball to international leagues and even the NBA.  Ike shares the importance of embracing the struggle and finding growth even in the face of adversity.  Listen in as we learn about Ike's deep connection to his ancestral homeland, Nigeria, and how his unwavering determination and exc...

In Episode 16  of Life After Fame we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Canadian football legend Jed Roberts and delve into his remarkable 13-year career as a defensive end and linebacker for the Edmonton Eskimos. Jed's journey is truly unique, as he navigated his football career while dealing with a congenital nerve defect that caused severe hearing loss. Join us as we explore the inspiring story of how Jed defie...

What does it take to overcome challenges and rise to the top, even when the odds are stacked against you? Join us for  Episode 15 of Life After Fame as we welcome former NFL player and 30-year educator Wade Manning to discuss his extraordinary journey to the NFL as an undrafted free agent. Wade reveals the ups and downs of his career, including the unforgettable moment he ran an unbelievable 40-yard dash in old Chuck Taylor's,...

Looking for Inspiration?   In Episode 14 we were honored to chat with Rhonda Blandford-Green, 2016 Colorado Sports Hall of Famer and former world-class hurdler, about her inspiring journey and mission to break the glass ceiling for women in sports. Rhonda's passion for empowering women and minorities led her to work with the National Federation of State High School Associations, the NCAA, and USA Cheer. Join us as we discuss t...

Episode 13  is about a father and son relationship, a connection through a sport that would take his Dad away from his son too soon in life!  In this heartfelt episode, we're joined by Kelly Lytle, the son of former NFL Denver Bronco and Michigan Wolverine Rob Lytle.  Kelly shares the powerful and personal story of his father's professional career, his struggles after football, and their unique bond as father and son. Lis...

Today we're honored to have Rich Fierro, the reluctant hero of the Club Q Shooting, join us for an eye-opening conversation about his life after fame. He graciously shares his incredible journey from being a teenage dad to a military lieutenant and the life-
altering events that ultimately turned him into a surprising and somewhat unwilling
celebrity.

We delve into Rich's experiences in the military and t...

In Episode 11 of Life After Fame, our guest Dymonte Thomas talks about “getting used to being uncomfortable” and the importance of perseverance when faced with a transition in your life. In 2020, Thomas’ NFL professional football career ended when the Denver Broncos released him. The emotional toll he went through after his three-year stint as a Bronco challenged him to redefine himself. He went from a two-sport star to transitioni...

Episode #10 of Life After Fame Podcast,  we sit down with former Penn State and NFL Pro Quarterback of the New York Jets Christian Hackenberg. We discuss Hackenberg's remarkable achievements like getting drafted in the NFL, a successful career at Penn State and handling the nasty scrutiny he faced in the NFL because he failed to start a game as a Pro after being drafted.. To now moving forward in life.
The conversation cov...

Episode # 9  Life After Fame’s guest this week is former NBA player and current Associate Head Coach for the University of Nevada Craig Neal. Craig takes us on an in-depth journey from his roots as a Hall of Fame Indiana high school basketball prep star to coaching with his lifelong friend, a University Indiana Basketball legend.  Craig has a wealth of experience not only as a former NBA player but a combined 30 years as a college ...

Episode # 8 Former NHL player Adam Foote is our special guest on this week's episode of Life After Fame. We discuss his successful 19-year career in the NHL, including winning two Stanley Cup championships with the Colorado Avalanche, and unveil the secret of how Adam became the inspiration of the Life After Fame Podcast! 

We discuss how his toughness on the ice, the changes in the game, and the importance of "po...

Episode # 8  For over 20 years, Jake Schroeder was the lead singer of what many considered Colorado's best rock band, Opie Gone Bad. Jake also spent the better of two decades singing the National Anthem at Colorado Avalanche games. He sang over 1,000 of them! Opie Gone Bad's frontman discusses his experience of being  in the band, his involvement with the Avalanche and his transition as the Director of the D-Day Leadershi...

Episode #6  In the 1980s, the Denver Broncos were about guys named Johnny Gun aka John Elway, the Albino Rhino aka Karl Mecklenburg, the Silent Assassin aka Steve Atwater, the Three Amigos aka Vance Johnson, Mark Jackson and Ricky Nattiel, a barefoot kicker, and three Super Bowl appearances. In this episode, the barefoot kicker, Rich Karlis, talks about the biggest kick of his professional football career, a successful business car...

Episode # 5 Life After Fame’s guest this week is former NFL player and 2-time Superbowl Champion of the Denver Broncos Glenn Cadrez. Glenn had a successful career in the NFL playing 11 seasons with three different teams before hanging it up at the end of the 2002 season. Glenn takes us back in time to a couple of his biggest plays as a pro football player and one specifically where he gives us a piece of advice that is a golden nug...

Episode # 4 Compton high school star, a two-sport athlete at USC, and an 11-year professional basketball career, Jeff Trepagnier sits in the spotlight of this week's episode of Life After Fame. We talk about the basketball journey that took him around the world and how he brings those hoop experiences to the Compton Magic youth organization as the Director of Basketball Operations. Compton Magic is the premier Grassroots Progr...

Episode # 2 On today’s episode of Life After Fame, we are joined by 14-year hockey professional. Kyle Quincey. Kyle played for a number of NHL teams including The Detroit Redwings, New Jersey Devils and Colorado Avalanche.  Kyle makes his home in Colorado with his two sons and his wife Rachel. In this episode, we talk about how his family came together to rally around the cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery of his young son Ax...

Episode # 003  This week we interview former long-time NBA assistant Coach Phil Weber.   Coach Weber covers some strong principles he used during his tenured coaching career as well as his book.   Be prepared. Be present. Be confident. Be energetic and be reliable. Five actions to build trust and respect are described in former NBA coach Phil Weber's new book, You Can Lead Horses (And People) To Water, But...How Do You Make Th...

#001 - Life After Fame is a podcast all about of our favorite Pro-Athletes, Rock Star Musicians and Celebrities to find out where they now, what their life is like today and how they made the huge career transition from the big stage to regular life as we know it.  On the show your hosts Joe Mastriona and Joe Boglino pull back the curtain as they catch- up with these former stars of yesterday and take an in-depth look into who they...