Winning At Being You! Conversations with Coach Rodgers

Coach Mills Rodgers

Winning At Being You is a show dedicated to sharing knowledge, perspective, and inspiration to help people live with confidence and purpose. Through personal reflections and conversations with guests, Coach Rodgers explores leadership, resilience, identity, and personal growth. Many conversations resonate with those who have felt marginalized or minimized, particularly men of color, while offering lessons anyone can apply. Hosted by Mills “Mr. Rodge” Rodgers, author of You Can Win Being You and a keynote speaker and trainer in education. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@winningatbeingyou

  1. Going From A Male To A Man: A Conversation with Baron Warren

    6d ago

    Going From A Male To A Man: A Conversation with Baron Warren

    Coach Rodgers talks with Baron Warren, founder of Cuts & Coaching LLC, speaker, author, U.S. Navy veteran, and prisoner reentry into society expert & wellness specialist, about manhood, accountability, purpose, emotional wellness, second chances, and what it means to move from where you are to where God has called you to be.

    46 min
  2. Helping Young Men See Their Greatness: A Conversation with Robert Cooper Jr.

    May 21

    Helping Young Men See Their Greatness: A Conversation with Robert Cooper Jr.

    In this episode of Winning at Being You, Mills Rodgers sits down with Robert Cooper Jr., Trauma-Informed Leadership Expert, author, and Founder & CEO of Young Men Becoming Men, Inc.Robert shares how growing up in the Norris Street Projects of North Philadelphia shaped his story, and how sports and a coach who believed in him helped him begin to see his own potential.Today, Robert uses that experience to pour into young men through his G.O.A.T. Leadership Experience, which stands for Greatness Over Adversity & Trauma. His work helps young men in grades 6–12 develop identity, resilience, emotional intelligence, accountability, and the confidence to see their greatness before the world defines them otherwise.In this conversation, we talk about trauma-informed leadership, mentorship, manhood, emotional intelligence, adversity, purpose, and what it really means to help young men become who they were created to be.Robert is also the author of The Authentic Man: Embracing Your Journey and a certified Trauma-Informed Leadership practitioner through Indiana University School of Public Health.Learn more about Robert Cooper Jr. and Young Men Becoming Men:http://youngmenbecomingmen.com/

    42 min
  3. Go Get It! Conversation with 30X Author & Podcaster Chip Baker

    May 12

    Go Get It! Conversation with 30X Author & Podcaster Chip Baker

    In this episode of Winning at Being You, I sit down with Chip Baker, fourth-generation educator, longtime teacher/coach, bestselling author, speaker, and creator of The Success Chronicles. Chip has spent over 27 years helping athletes, coaches, educators, leaders, and organizations grow with purpose, build strong relationships, and create lasting impact. In this conversation, we talk about leadership, influence, consistency, service, legacy, and what it really means to “Live. Learn. Serve. Inspire. Go get it.” If you’re committed to growth, purpose, and becoming the kind of person who makes a difference, this conversation is for you.

    45 min
  4. The Man Who Legally Became Limitless

    May 7

    The Man Who Legally Became Limitless

    In this powerful episode of Winning at Being You, I sit down with Dr. Limitless Williams for a conversation about identity, resilience, transformation, discipline, leadership, and what it really means to live beyond the limits life tried to place on you. And yes, his legal name is Limitless. Dr. Limitless Williams is an associate professor, speaker, author, leadership coach, professional actor, former professional arena football player, U.S. Air Force veteran, and professional natural bodybuilder. His journey includes hardship, homelessness as a teenager, military service, six earned degrees including two doctorates, award-winning books, international leadership work, and a powerful commitment to helping others unmask their greatness. What makes this conversation even more powerful is that Dr. Limitless showed up just one day after hip replacement surgery. So when we talk about resilience, discipline, recovery, and purpose, this is not theory. This is real life. In this episode, we talk about: Why he legally changed his name to LimitlessHow identity shapes transformationMoving from survival mode to purposeWhat adversity taught him about leadershipHow to turn conflict into a superpowerThe role of discipline in becoming who you were created to beWhat it means to unmask your greatnessHow to keep becoming, even when life forces you to slow downThis is one of those conversations that reminds you that your past may explain part of your story, but it does not get to define your future. Listen, reflect, and ask yourself: What limits have I accepted that I was created to outgrow? Guest: Dr. Limitless WilliamsHost: Mills “Mr. Rodge” RodgersPodcast: Winning at Being You #WinningAtBeingYou #DrLimitlessWilliams #LimitlessMindset #Resilience #Transformation #Leadership #Identity #PersonalGrowth #Discipline #Purpose #PodcastInterview

    46 min
  5. The Courage To Care Out Loud! Conversation with activist Kefus Thomas

    Apr 29

    The Courage To Care Out Loud! Conversation with activist Kefus Thomas

    In this episode of Winning at Being You, I sit down with Kefus Thomas, a grassroots activist and community advocate who has consistently used his voice to speak up for change, community development, and the people he believes deserve to be seen and heard.Kefus originally connected with me through Facebook and stood out because of his passion, consistency, and commitment to using his platform for something bigger than himself. In this conversation, we talk about what drives his activism, what it means to serve your community, the power of speaking up, and how everyday people can help create meaningful change.We also discuss his experience volunteering with the Boys & Girls Club in Southeast Houston, the importance of showing up for young people, and why community work still matters.This is a real conversation about purpose, service, courage, and the responsibility we all have to use our voice in ways that make a difference.In this episode, we discuss:• What inspired Kefus Thomas to become more active in his community• Why using your voice matters• The difference between caring and taking action• How social media can be used for awareness and change• Why young people need visible and engaged adults• What community development looks like at the grassroots level• How ordinary people can become part of meaningful change

    44 min
  6. Finding Your Voice and Owning Your Visibility | Book Strategist, Author, & Speaker Geo Derice

    Apr 22

    Finding Your Voice and Owning Your Visibility | Book Strategist, Author, & Speaker Geo Derice

    In this episode, I sit down with Geo Derice for a conversation about books, voice, visibility, and what it means to stop sitting on what you carry. We talk about why so many people struggle to be visible and vocal, how authorship can help open doors, and why finding your voice is about more than just speaking up. It is about clarity, confidence, and alignment. If you have ever felt like you had more in you but needed the courage, strategy, or conviction to put it out into the world, this conversation will speak to you. In this episode, we discuss: why books still matterthe connection between authorship and credibilitywhat keeps people from being visible and vocalfinding your voice and using it with purposepersonal growth, identity, and alignmentBe sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations focused on growth, purpose, and winning at being you. #WinningAtBeingYou #GeovanniDerice #Visibility #Authorship #PersonalDevelopment #Voice #Purpose

    54 min
  7. How Do You Free Yourself From Yourself? | Timothy Stewart aka TalkManTalk Conversation

    Apr 8

    How Do You Free Yourself From Yourself? | Timothy Stewart aka TalkManTalk Conversation

    What does it really mean to free yourself from yourself? In this conversation, I talk with Timothy Stewart about addiction recovery, purpose, pain, leadership, and personal transformation. Timothy opens up about the internal battles people face, why so many stay stuck in destructive cycles, and what it takes to begin moving toward healing, growth, and real change. We also discuss his broader message of unlocking greatness, especially for people who may feel lost, discouraged, or unsure of who they are becoming. If you have ever battled through hard seasons, wrestled with your own thoughts, or tried to become a better version of yourself, this conversation will speak to you. Connect with Timothy Stewart:TalkManTalk.com Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more meaningful conversations.

    49 min
  8. He Followed A Passion & Made It His Life | Henry Briscoe, Sports Performance Director for Kent State

    Apr 2

    He Followed A Passion & Made It His Life | Henry Briscoe, Sports Performance Director for Kent State

    Most people say they want it. Very few are willing to live like it. Had a great conversation with Henry Briscoe, Sports Performance Director at Kent State University, about discipline, sacrifice, and what it really takes to turn a passion into a life. Coach Briscoe turned his passion for fitness and sports into a journey in which he had trained collegiate and professional athletes WORLDWIDE! This wasn’t just about training athletes. This was about standards, mindset, and being opportunistic. This one will make you think.

    45 min
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Winning At Being You is a show dedicated to sharing knowledge, perspective, and inspiration to help people live with confidence and purpose. Through personal reflections and conversations with guests, Coach Rodgers explores leadership, resilience, identity, and personal growth. Many conversations resonate with those who have felt marginalized or minimized, particularly men of color, while offering lessons anyone can apply. Hosted by Mills “Mr. Rodge” Rodgers, author of You Can Win Being You and a keynote speaker and trainer in education. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@winningatbeingyou

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