ex.clusively: beyond the game

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A women-led sports culture podcast hosted by Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship, founders of the November Saturdays Foundation. From honest conversations to laugh-out-loud moments, Kensley and Olivia sit down with athletes, coaches, and cultural voices around sports to spotlight the person underneath the helmet. Each episode explores identity, relationships, mental health, faith, family, and the real-life moments that shape athletes beyond the game.

  1. Family Ties, an iPhone, and a Dream | Nasir Butler, Social Gimmickz

    5 天前

    Family Ties, an iPhone, and a Dream | Nasir Butler, Social Gimmickz

    By 21, Nasir Butler walked away from football, built a sports media brand from nothing but an iPhone, got married, and made the hardest call of his life, stepping back from his parents to protect his peace. In this raw conversation, Kensley and Olivia sit down with Nasir Butler, founder of Social Gimmickz, for an honest conversation about toxic masculinity, burnout, navigating an interracial marriage , and why being in tune with your emotions doesn't make you less of a man. If you've ever doubted whether your dream is "ready enough" to chase... watch this. SUBSCRIBE & CONNECT Hit subscribe, drop a comment on the moment that hit hardest, and share with someone chasing a dream. Follow @socialgimmickz and tag us when you donate to the Downtown Rescue Mission.

    37 分鐘
  2. Coach Cody Freeman on Prayer, Purpose, Marriage, and the Micro Details

    4月22日

    Coach Cody Freeman on Prayer, Purpose, Marriage, and the Micro Details

    In this episode, Coach Cody Freeman, founder of Detail Training, elite professional basketball trainer, youth pastor, Marine veteran, husband, and father, shares how prayer, discipline, marriage, fatherhood, and the “micro details” shape the way he leads on and off the court. It’s a conversation about building people, not just athletes.They talk about:• what prayer really looks like• how fast business growth tested his spiritual discipline• why character matters more than talent• what JUCO teaches athletes about sacrifice• how he met his wife• what fatherhood changed in him• why real trainers build people, not just playersThis episode is for athletes, coaches, parents, leaders, and anyone who believes sports can reveal something bigger than performance. Train with Mr. Detail: ⁠https://www.detailtraining.org/⁠

    51 分鐘
  3. Betting On Yourself, Men’s Ego & What’s Beyond the Lens | 2LIVEQ

    4月1日

    Betting On Yourself, Men’s Ego & What’s Beyond the Lens | 2LIVEQ

    The game doesn’t end when the clock hits zero, that’s where the real pressure starts. This is the why behind the win, men’s ego, and what athletes carry in silence. In this episode of ex.clusively: beyond the game, Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship sit down with Quenton “Q” Lawson, the creator behind 2LIVEQ, a force in sports videography. This episode explores his journey from working in news to taking a leap of faith into entrepreneurship.We unpack the realities of chasing passion, the pressure of men’s ego, and why vulnerability is often misunderstood, especially in competitive environments. Through candid dialogue, we also touch on mental health in sports, athlete storytelling, content creation in sports media, and the importance of building genuine relationships beyond the camera.If you’ve ever questioned your path, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered what really happens behind the lens, this episode offers a raw, unfiltered perspective on growth, risk, and authenticity.Subscribe for more conversations like this.What does “betting on yourself” look like in your life right now?

    47 分鐘

  4. 3月28日

    Nobody Owes You Anything: Fame, Money & Entitlement (Full Episode)

    Nobody Owes You Anything. In this episode of ex.clusively: beyond the game, Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship break down the reality nobody wants to say out loud: Fame doesn’t mean money. Success doesn’t mean obligation. And just because someone made it… doesn’t mean they owe you a thing. From NIL deals and athletes carrying entire families… to relationships, entitlement, and social media pressure... this conversation goes deeper than sports. This is about identity.This is about accountability.This is about who you are when nobody’s watching.If you’ve ever felt pressure to provide, prove, or perform for others…this episode is for you..🎧 TAP IN:Full conversations that matter →YouTube | Spotify | Apple | iHeart📲 Subscribe & follow to stay tapped in💬 Comment: Do you agree… or is this take too harsh?

    43 分鐘

  5. 3月22日

    The Rematch Mentality: When to Finally Walk Away

    Did you really walk away… or did you quit too soon? The “leave the game before it leaves you” mentality isn’t confidence, it’s a defense mechanism. In this episode, Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship unpack the uncomfortable truth behind why we walk away from things we were meant to fight for. From heartbreak to rejection, this conversation dives into the “Rematch vs. Ball Game” mindset—and how it quietly holds people back from ever seeing what could’ve been. Are you leaving because it’s truly time… or because you’re scared of what happens if you stay? 🎯 What You’ll Hear In This Episode: • How Kensley turned heartbreak into fuel• The psychology behind quitting before rejection hits• Olivia’s last game—and the regret that stayed• Rematch or ball game? The mindset behind rejection• The Texans prediction—and what it revealed about intuition• Why “just showing up” isn’t enough• What it means to find a rare teammate and why it matters ⏱️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: The “Leave the Game” Mentality02:10 – Why Your Exit Strategy Is the Real Problem05:45 – Rejection vs Redirection09:30 – From the Court to Real Life14:15 – The Cost of Mentally Checking Out18:40 – Accountability & Growth23:20 – Showing Up When It’s Hard24:10 – Finding a Rare Teammate28:10 – Choosing the Right Circle32:45 – The Texans Call… Before It Happened33:00 – Discipline vs Motivation38:20 – Final Thoughts: Stay in the Game Subscribe & stay connected on socials: Instagram | @exclusivelybeyondthegameTikTok | @exclusivelybeyondthegameThe November Saturdays Foundation | www.thenovembersaturdaysfoundation.org

    32 分鐘

  6. 3月12日

    Trust the Plan: The Unsexy Work Behind Muscle Shoals Football | Coach Eric Little

    What people see on Friday nights isn’t what builds a winning football program. In this episode of ex.clusively: beyond the game, hosts Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship sit down with Muscle Shoals Coach Eric Little to break down the reality behind championship culture, leadership, and the responsibility coaches carry in shaping young athletes. Fans see the lights, the touchdowns, and the packed stadiums. But Coach Little explains the real difference is made in what he calls the “unsexy work.” Early mornings. Long practices. Hard conversations. Accountability when nobody is watching. Those moments are what turn athletes into leaders, teammates, and men of character. This conversation also reflects on the impact of recently retired Muscle Shoals Head Coach Scott Basden, whose leadership helped transform the Trojans football program and establish a culture that continues to influence players and the North Alabama community. Coach Little shares what he learned under Coach Basden, the lessons that stay with players long after football ends, and why leadership rooted in faith, discipline, and trust creates programs that last. 🏈 In this episode we talk about: • The “unsexy work” behind elite football programs • The leadership legacy of Coach Scott Basden • How great coaches shape the trajectory of young athletes’ lives • The mental challenges athletes face after their playing career • Faith, discipline, and learning to trust the plan This episode is a look inside the culture of Muscle Shoals Trojans football and the leadership principles that build programs bigger than the scoreboard. Coach Little’s philosophy is simple: Trust the plan. Keep God first.

    1 小時 7 分鐘

  7. 3月5日

    "I Can’t Save Everyone… But I’ll Die Trying.” | Coach Jarrett Collier

    What does it really mean to fight for the next generation through sports? In this episode of ex.clusively: beyond the game, Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship sit down with Coach Jarrett Collier to talk about athlete leadership, mentorship, and why sports can change the trajectory of a kid’s life. In this conversation with Coach Jarrett Collier, we discuss: • the pressure athletes face to always be leaders • the role coaches play in shaping young lives • the critical hours between 3PM and 7PM, when kids need guidance most• why sports mentorship programs can change a child’s future. Jarrett shares a powerful truth about coaching: “I can’t save everyone… but I’ll die trying.” CONNECT:🎙 EX.CLUSIVELY: BEYOND THE GAME Instagram: / exclusively.beyondthegame TikTok: / exclusivelybeyondthegame KENSLEY Instagram: / kensleypaydentolliver TikTok: / kensleypayden OLIVIA Instagram: / _livblankenship TikTok: / liv_blankenship COACH JAY Instagram: / coach_jay_collier TikTok: / coachjay90 🏈 The November Saturdays Foundation www.thenovembersaturdaysfoundation.org Instagram: / thenovembersaturdaysfoundation

    47 分鐘

  8. 2月19日

    From Friday Night Lights to Prison Cells | Alabama’s Broken System & Prison Reform

    In this episode of ex.clusively: beyond the game, Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship have a conversation sports culture avoids — prison reform, generational trauma, and the athlete-to-incarceration pipeline. We talk about Friday nights, identity, NIL, and why investing in people matters more than building prisons. This is beyond the game.This is the person underneath the helmet. Support the Mission:Supporting this podcast also supports the November Saturdays Foundation.

    37 分鐘
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A women-led sports culture podcast hosted by Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship, founders of the November Saturdays Foundation. From honest conversations to laugh-out-loud moments, Kensley and Olivia sit down with athletes, coaches, and cultural voices around sports to spotlight the person underneath the helmet. Each episode explores identity, relationships, mental health, faith, family, and the real-life moments that shape athletes beyond the game.

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