The Art Of Rebounding

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with actor and storyteller Malik Whitfield to unpack the journey behind the glory. From growing up in the Bronx to finding purpose through faith, mentorship, and resilience, Malik shares powerful lessons on persistence, accountability, and the courage to pivot when life demands it.

Whether you’re chasing a dream, recovering from setbacks, or le...

In this powerful episode of The Art of Rebounding, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, recording artist, and rapper RoccStar to talk about life beyond the spotlight. RoccStar opens up about the challenges, the pivots, and the lessons that shaped his rise — from industry highs to personal struggles and the determination to rebuild stronger than ever.

This conversation dives deep into r...

In this powerful conclusion to his two-part interview, Spencer Haywood continues his conversation with Harold “Lefty” Williams and opens up about the personal cost and spiritual rebirth that followed his historic Supreme Court victory, Haywood v. NBA — the case that changed basketball forever.

Spencer reflects on how breaking the NBA’s four-year rule allowed future stars like Moses Malone, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant, and Le...

In this powerful Part 1 of a two-part conversation, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with Naismith Hall of Famer and Olympic Gold Medalist Spencer Haywood — a true trailblazer who changed the game of basketball forever.

From the cotton fields of Mississippi to the bright lights of the Olympics, Spencer’s story is one of faith, resilience, and relentless determination. He opens up about growing...

Corey Cofield dives into the mindset shift that transformed his life — realizing that fulfillment doesn’t come from reaching the “top,” but from embracing the work required to get there.

He explains how many people abandon their passions in exchange for survival, which leads to stress, burnout, and disconnection.

For Corey, everything changed when he identified his true passion: helping others discover theirs. That clarity...

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with multi-talented creative Neko Sparks—a writer, actor, producer, and entrepreneur—to talk about what it really takes to create your own opportunities.

From starting out in Denver with limited resources to taking a leap of faith and moving to Los Angeles, Neko shares how belief, vision, and action helped him break into the entertainment industry.

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with Demetrius for a real and thought-provoking conversation about growth, accountability, and navigating life’s challenges with intention.

Demetrius shares his journey through adversity, opening up about the lessons that shaped his mindset and the decisions that ultimately led him toward personal growth. This conversation dives into what it truly ...

In this powerful episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with Buttons for a raw and honest conversation about growth, accountability, and transformation.

Buttons shares his personal journey—opening up about past decisions, life lessons, and the internal work required to truly change. This isn’t a surface-level conversation. It’s about confronting reality, taking responsibility, and choosing...

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold "Lefty" Williams sits down with PR powerhouse Randy Bonds and inspirational artist Jonathan Singletary for a powerful conversation about rejection, purpose, and what it means to keep answering the call—even when no one is watching.

Randy shares how he built a referral-only PR career without a website, a job posting, or a single cold pitch. He relied solely on a gift tha...

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold 'Lefty' Williams sits down with acclaimed film and television director Dawn Wilkinson.

Known for directing episodes of major television series including Power Book II: Ghost, Bel-Air, and 9-1-1, Dawn shares the story behind her journey from discovering filmmaking at the Toronto Film Festival to becoming a respected voice behind the camera in Hollywood.

Dawn opens up abo...

In this inspiring episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold 'Lefty' Williams sits down with platinum soul artist, actor, and storyteller MAJOR..

From the powerful story behind his name to the purpose that drives his music and career, MAJOR. shares how faith, resilience, and perseverance shaped his journey. What started as a name he once struggled with became a calling to make a major impact on the world.

Throughout the...

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with his son, Elisha “EJ” Williams—an accomplished actor, five-time NAACP Image Award nominee, Peabody Award winner, entrepreneur, and executive producer.

EJ shares what it was really like growing up in the entertainment industry and starting his acting career at a young age. While many people see the success and recognition, EJ opens up about the ...

He helped build one of the most iconic movements in basketball culture.

In this episode of The Art of Rebounding, AND1 legend Waliyy Dixon "Main Event" goes beyond the mixtapes and highlight reels to reveal the journey behind the fame.

From getting cut in middle school… to helping build the AND1 movement… to turning down an NBA camp opportunity… to running for city council… Waliyy shares how faith, discipline, and purpose ...

In this powerful episode, Sheldon Holland joins Lefty for a real, transparent conversation about faith, purpose, and stepping fully into your calling.

Sheldon shares his journey—what it took to trust the process, stay disciplined when things weren’t clear, and lean into obedience even when it didn’t make sense. From navigating uncertainty to recognizing divine timing, this conversation dives deep into what it really means ...

What happens when your dream job ends — publicly?

In this powerful episode of The Art of Rebounding, Ashley Fox opens up about her journey from growing up in a basketball family to becoming a nationally recognized journalist at Sports Illustrated and ESPN — and the devastating layoff that forced her to redefine who she was beyond the title.

Ashley shares:

Growing up around basketball legends and sports culture

Her early ca...

What happens when the microphone turns toward the people who know you best?

In this special family episode, Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with his children — CJ, KiKi, and EJ — for an honest, heartfelt, and sometimes hilarious conversation about what it was really like growing up in the Williams household.

They talk about:

• The lessons that stuck (and the ones that didn’t)
• Living with expectations
• Faith and fami...

In this powerful solo episode of The Art of Rebounding, guest host Shyneefa Williams — author, motivator, and co-founder of the Harold “Lefty” Williams Dare to Dream Foundation — unpacks what legacy truly means.

Spoiler alert:
Legacy isn’t about what you leave behind.
It’s about what you build right now.

Shyneefa breaks legacy into three core pillars:

Values

What does your life teach without you ever saying a wor...

In this deeply moving episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with his longtime friend and brother, Stan Zwicker — an engineer, environmental leader, cancer survivor, husband, father, and living example of resilience.

Stan’s journey spans generations:

• Growing up in Parkchester in the Bronx
• Playing street basketball under the lights
• Writing launch procedures for a spacecraft that l...

In this powerful episode of The Art of Rebounding, host Harold “Lefty” Williams sits down with multi-talented actor, stunt performer, recording artist, and creative visionary Gichi Gamba.

From growing up in Milwaukee in a household of 12 to dancing in music videos for Janet Jackson and Destiny’s Child, to appearing in television and film, Gichi shares the real story behind the grind — the discipline, the setbacks, the six-m...