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Off the Bench

Join Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott Hohn as they dive into the latest in sports, life stories and everything in between. recorded locally, powered by community. 🏈 Sports. 🎙️Life. 🔥 Unfiltered! London’s podcast bringing real stories On & off the field—come ride with us.

  1. Episode 3

    Talent Isn’t Enough: What Sports REALLY Teaches You About Life | Off the Bench London S2 Week 3

    Talent can get you noticed. But talent alone won’t get you where you want to go. In Season 2, Week 3 of Off the Bench London, Malcolm “The Milkman” Noel and Scott “The Visionary” Hohn get into what sports REALLY teaches you about life. Malcolm looks back at his football days and the coaches who helped shape his mindset—from learning that raw athletic ability doesn’t guarantee success to realizing that consistency, discipline and being a great teammate can take you further than talent ever will. That conversation opens the door to something bigger: How much of who we become comes from the lessons we learn through sports? We talk about coaching the next generation, dealing with failure, bouncing back from losses, the pressure to succeed and why checking in on your friends—especially the guys who always seem to have everything under control—matters. Then we hit the NFL. 🏈 Green Bay’s struggles and the reaction from their fans 🏈 Cincinnati’s frustrating loss and costly special-teams mistakes 🏈 The Patriots' rough performance 🏈 Why one play can turn an athlete from hero to villain 🏈 Cowboys vs. Ravens and the meaning of “ball don’t lie” 🏈 Eagles vs. Bears and the next-man-up mentality 🏈 Why NFL stats don’t always tell the full story We also get into supporting local businesses, why your friends don’t have to be your customers, the difference between asking for a handout and genuinely supporting someone’s hustle, plus some Ted Lasso, Lanterns, boxing, coaching and classic Off the Bench side quests along the way. Because sports aren’t just about wins and losses. They teach you how to fail. How to respond. How to work with others. How to stay disciplined. And eventually, how to realize that talent isn’t enough. 🎙️ Off the Bench London — Where Life and Sports Collide. Follow the show on Spotify, share the episode, and join Malcolm and Scott every week as we take the conversation beyond the scoreboard. Let’s Get Off the Bench! #OffTheBenchLondon #NFL #NFLWeek3 #Football #SportsPodcast #Podcast #SportsTalk #LifeLessons #MentalHealth #FootballPodcast #LondonOntario #CanadianPodcast #MondayNightFootball #TalentIsntEnough

    Talent Isn’t Enough: What Sports REALLY Teaches You About Life | Off the Bench London S2 Week 3
  2. Episode 4

    Is Joe Burrow Overrated? Why Sports Has No Patience Anymore | Off the Bench London S2 W4

    Is Joe Burrow overrated—or are the Bengals failing their franchise quarterback? This week on Off the Bench London, Malcolm “The Milkman” Noel and Scott “The Visionary” Hohn get into one of their most heated debates of Season 2 as they break down Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals, Jalen Hurts, the Eagles, and the pressure we put on quarterbacks to win. But this episode is about more than football. We’re coming off an incredible weekend at Rising Stars: Next Generation at 100 Kellogg Lane in London, Ontario, where we got an up-close look at the next generation of fighters across boxing, kickboxing and MMA. From wild knockouts and championship fights to athletes stepping into the ring and putting months of work on the line, the night sparked a bigger conversation: Why have we become so impatient with success? In sports—and in life—we’re quick to celebrate winners and tear down everyone else. But sometimes losing is part of becoming great. We also get into: 🥊 Our experience covering Rising Stars: Next Generation 🏈 Is Joe Burrow actually overrated? 🦅 What’s going wrong with Jalen Hurts and the Eagles? 🔥 Why winning and losing can completely change the way fans see an athlete 🏀 Caitlin Clark, the WNBA and officiating frustrations 🏈 Jameis Winston, confidence and finding the right situation 📺 Ted Lasso Season 4 theories—and what might be coming next 😂 Plus the usual Off the Bench arguments, tangents and chaos Sports. Life. Local stories. Real conversations. This is Off the Bench London — Where Life and Sports Collide. 📍 Recorded at The Club House at 100 Kellogg Lane in London, Ontario. Follow Off the Bench London and find all the ways to watch, listen and support the show at offthebenchlondon.com.

    Is Joe Burrow Overrated? Why Sports Has No Patience Anymore | Off the Bench London S2 W4
  3. Episode 5

    Are We Raising Champions or Role Models? | Off the Bench London S2 E5

    Winning makes you a champion. But does it make you someone worth following? We celebrate athletes for championships, victories and highlight reels. But what happens when the cameras turn off? Who's setting the example for the next generation? On Off the Bench London — Season 2, Episode 5, Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott "The Visionary" Hohn welcome special guest Alcides Molina (Alcides Built), boxing coach, martial artist and community mentor, for a powerful conversation about sports, resilience, leadership and the importance of positive role models. Alcides shares his journey from fighter to coach, overcoming injuries, battling through a long losing streak and discovering that some of life's biggest victories happen outside the ring. But the conversation doesn't stop there! Is Michael Jordan a better role model than LeBron James? Does winning excuse someone's flaws? Are social media influencers replacing positive role models? And has AI crossed a line by bringing beloved characters like Uncle Phil back to life? From boxing and basketball to social media, parenting and community mentorship, we're asking a bigger question: What does it really mean to be someone worth looking up to? IN THIS EPISODE: Champions vs. Role Models: Does athletic greatness make someone a great influence?Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: Two legends, two generations and one heated debate.The Fighter's Mentality: How losing, perseverance and overcoming fear build character.Coaching the Next Generation: Why mentorship, representation and safe spaces matter.AI & Social Media: Are we celebrating our childhood heroes or exploiting their legacies?London's Boxing Community: How local coaches and events are changing lives.NFL Talk & Laughs: Eagles, Bengals, fantasy football and classic Off the Bench banter.THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAY? Sometimes the greatest impact you'll ever have isn't the trophy you win. It's the person you inspire along the way. Whether you're a sports fan, parent, coach or someone working toward becoming a better version of yourself, this episode is for you. JOIN THE CONVERSATION! Who was your biggest role model growing up? And do you believe great athletes automatically make great role models? Share your thoughts with us on social media! OFF THE BENCH — LONDON Where Life and Sports Collide. Hosted by Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott "The Visionary" Hohn. Recorded at The Club House, 100 Kellogg Lane, London, Ontario. WATCH. LISTEN. JOIN THE CONVERSATION. Visit https://www.offthebenchlondon.com for YouTube, Spotify and all your podcast needs! Follow our guest: Alcides Built Instagram: @alcidesbuilt TikTok: @noboundsalcides Subscribe, follow and share Off the Bench London as we continue bringing sports, real conversations and our community together. Let's Get Off the Bench!

    Are We Raising Champions or Role Models? | Off the Bench London S2 E5

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Join Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott Hohn as they dive into the latest in sports, life stories and everything in between. recorded locally, powered by community. 🏈 Sports. 🎙️Life. 🔥 Unfiltered! London’s podcast bringing real stories On & off the field—come ride with us.