Athletic Aesthetic Podcast

Vinnie Candelore - VC2art

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Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast, where art and sports connect through conversation. The world of athletics has an aesthetic, and it’s more than just colors on a uniform. It’s mindset. It’s identity. It’s the creative process behind competition. Join us as we talk with athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs about purpose, performance, and the culture that shapes both the game and the grind.

10/18/2025

Tim Tyree Interview | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 075

In this episode of The Athletic Aesthetic Podcast, host Vinnie Candelore sits down with Tim Tyree, the new Head Basketball Coach at Bishop Canevin High School — one of Pittsburgh’s fastest-rising young coaches who’s changing the game for the next generation.Coach Tyree opens up about his journey from player to coach, growing up in Monessen, being raised by a strong single mother and two older sisters, and how those experiences shaped his approach to fatherhood, mentorship, and leadership. He talks about the highs and lows of his coaching career — from winning championships to starting over after abrupt changes, and how staying grounded in faith, family, and purpose continues to guide him.From building relationships with players to balancing the demands of family life, Tim shares what it really takes to coach at the high-school level today — not just developing athletes, but developing young men.If you’re passionate about basketball, coaching, leadership, or personal growth, this episode hits home.📍 Recorded on-site at Bishop Canevin High School🎧 Hosted by Vinnie Candelore | @vc2artSubscribe for new episodes.For partnerships or press: vc2@vc2art.comWebsite: vc2art.com• Customize your shoes → vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting → vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch → vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up → vc2art.com/popup#AthleticAesthetic #TimTyree #BishopCanevin #PittsburghBasketball #HighSchoolHoops #Leadership #CoachingLife #Fatherhood #H2P #Monessen #VC2art #AthletesBecomeArtists

34 min
09/19/2025

Elliot Donald Interview | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 074

🎙️ On today’s episode, we sit down with the one and only, Elliot Donald. Elliot opens up about his journey through football at Pitt, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and the transition into life after the game. From chasing his own path, to training and developing the next generation of athletes, Elliot’s story is about resilience, identity, and creating impact beyond the field.Subscribe to the channel for new content every week.For partnerships or press: email us at vc2@vc2art.com• Customize your shoes: vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting: vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch: vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up: vc2art.com/popup#AthleticAesthetic #ElliotDonald #PittFootball #AaronDonald #LifeAfterFootball #PittsburghPodcast #VC2art #CollegeFootball

30 min
09/13/2025

Mike McGlynn | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 073

Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast - where art and sports connect through conversation. 🎙️ On today’s episode, we sit down with former Pitt Panther and NFL veteran Mike McGlynn. From being an Ed Conway Award winner at Pitt, to starting 31 consecutive games, to carving out an eight-year NFL career with the Eagles, Colts, Chiefs, and more. We dive into his role in the legendary 13–9 Backyard Brawl upset, his transition into the NFL, the lessons he’s passing on through coaching, and more.Subscribe to the channel for new content every week.For partnerships or press: email us at vc2@vc2art.com• Customize your shoes: vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting: vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch: vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up: vc2art.com/popup#AthleticAesthetic #BackyardBrawl #MikeMcGlynn #PittFootball #13to9 #NFL #PittsburghPodcast #VC2art #CollegeFootball #HailToPitt

35 min
09/09/2025

13-9 | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 072 ft. Oderick Turner, Chris McKillop, & Eric Thatcher

Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast - where art and sports connect through conversation. 🎙️ On today’s episode, we sit down live at Cupka’s Cafe II in Pittsburgh’s South Side with former Pitt Panthers Oderick Turner, Chris McKillop, and Eric Thatcher — three key players from the historic 2007 Backyard Brawl. Hosted by Vinnie Candelore and co-hosted by Brian Iwanonkiw, we revisit the memories, rivalries, and raw emotions of the legendary 13–9 upset that shocked West Virginia and etched itself into college football history.This episode is brought to you by:🏠 Pillar to Post – Ruggieri Team: Helping Pittsburgh realtors and homeowners with trusted, top-tier inspections. Book your next inspection at mattrteam.pillartopost.com.💪 Elite Athletix Training & Development: A 22,000 sq. ft. turf facility in Beaver Falls where athletes of all ages train, compete, and reach the next level. Learn more at elite-athletix.com.Subscribe to the channel for new content every week.For partnerships or press: email us at vc2@vc2art.com• Customize your shoes: vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting: vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch: vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up: vc2art.com/popup

55 min
09/05/2025

Dave Wannstedt | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 071

Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast - where art and sports connect through conversation.🎙️ On today’s episode, we sit down with former Pitt Panthers head coach Dave Wannstedt. We dive into his incredible journey from player to coach, his time alongside Jimmy Johnson, winning a Super Bowl with the Dallas Cowboys, leading the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins, and ultimately returning home to Pitt. Coach Wannstedt shares stories of resilience, family support, and the lessons learned through decades of football at the highest levels — from the NFL sidelines to college bowl games.Subscribe to the channel for new content every week.For partnerships or press: email us at vc2@vc2art.comWebsite: vc2art.com• Customize your shoes: vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting: vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch: vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up: vc2art.com/popup#AthleticAesthetic #DaveWannstedt #PittFootball #ChicagoBears #MiamiDolphins #DallasCowboys #SuperBowl #PittsburghPodcast #VC2art #CollegeFootball

22 min
09/02/2025

Walt Harris Interview | Athletic Aesthetic 🔸 EP 070

Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast - where art and sports connect through conversation. 🎙️ On today’s episode, we sit down with former Pitt Panthers head coach Walt Harris. We talk about his journey leading Pitt football in the early 2000s, what it was like coaching legends like Larry Fitzgerald, and how leadership, faith, and hard work shaped not only the culture of Walt's program, but also his life.Subscribe to the channel for new content every week.For partnerships or press: email us at vc2@vc2art.comWebsite: vc2art.com• Customize your shoes: vc2art.com/customize• Commission a painting: vc2art.com/painting• Shop the merch: vc2art.com/athlete• Book a Street Studio pop-up: vc2art.com/popup#AthleticAesthetic #WaltHarris #PittFootball #LarryFitzgerald #PittsburghPodcast #VC2art #CollegeFootball #PantherPride

1h 5m
07/25/2025

Party in the Backfield - Miguel Jackson Gets a Fresh Start at Northwestern

In this episode of Athletic Aesthetic, Vinnie sits down with Northwestern defensive tackle Miguel Jackson, a Pittsburgh native whose football journey has taken him coast-to-coast, from Pine-Richland to Charlotte, Utah State, and now Northwestern.Miguel opens up about:- The emotional rollercoaster of losing his Liberty offer just before signing day- Adapting through transfers and setbacks — including a torn labrum last season- Staying grounded through locker room brotherhoods and leadership- Hosting his first youth football camp back home in Pittsburgh this July- How yoga, rehab, and mindset have reshaped his 2024 season approach- His vision to one day start his own youth teamWe also talk NIL, personal growth, and what it means to become a pro long before the draft.📍 Miguel’s Youth Camp Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/miguel-jacksons-1st-annual-skills-camp-ages-7-14-tickets-1367424145429📆 July 26 at Pine-Richland High School👥 Ages 7–14 | Open to the public📲 Miguel on IG @migojacks 🎧 New episodes of Athletic Aesthetic drop every Thursday.🎨 A VC2 Original Production#AthleticAesthetic #VC2art #MiguelJackson #NorthwesternFootball #PittsburghFootball #YouthCamp #NIL #Big10 #DTLife #PartyInTheBackfield

29 min
07/17/2025

NFL Legend Ricky Watters Reacts to Custom Shoes, and Harrisburg Declares it Ricky Watters Day!

In this episode of Athletic Aesthetic, we head to Harrisburg, PA for a full-circle moment with NFL legend Ricky Watters — a Super Bowl champion, 5-time Pro Bowler, and one of the most electrifying running backs of the '90s.🎨 Host and artist Vinnie Candelore reveals a pair of custom shoes he painted for Ricky, a moment that’s been four years in the making. What started as a concept uniform on Instagram turned into a real collaboration and the opportunity to honor a childhood hero.🎤 Also on this episode, Vinnie shares some personal thoughts on creativity, choosing love over fear, and the idea that our purpose will always call us back — if we’re willing to listen. This episode also captures the official announcement of “Ricky Watters Day” in Pennsylvania and explores what it means to stay aligned with your gift — even when the road is uncertain. 📍 Filmed on location in Harrisburg | Produced by VC2 🗓️ July 16 = Ricky Watters Day 👟 Custom shoes by VC2art 🎙️ Catch more episodes of Athletic Aesthetic every Thursday #RickyWatters #AthleticAesthetic #VC2art #CustomCleats #HallOfFame #ChooseLoveOverFear #CreativeJourney #NFLLegend #PittsburghPodcast #HarrisburgPA #ArtAndSport #StreetStudio

25 min

5

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3 Ratings

Welcome to the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast, where art and sports connect through conversation. The world of athletics has an aesthetic, and it’s more than just colors on a uniform. It’s mindset. It’s identity. It’s the creative process behind competition. Join us as we talk with athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs about purpose, performance, and the culture that shapes both the game and the grind.

Creator

Vinnie Candelore - VC2art
Years Active

2022 - 2025
Episodes

75
Rating

Explicit
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Athletic Aesthetic Podcast