JMixtape Podcast

Jalen Simmons

Welcome to the JMixtape Podcast—your ultimate audio network for Sports, creation, and culture. Brought to you by JMixtape Productions, this channel is a curated mix of raw conversations, behind-the-scenes journeys, and elite sports insights. We don’t stick to just one lane; we bring you a full lineup of distinct shows packed into one feed: ⭐️ In The Making – The blueprint of the grind. Where Jalen Simmons has geniune one on one conversations with Athletes, Creatives and people that he has crossed paths with along his journey as they give you insight on what it takes to build a vision from scratch. 🔥 Buck 50 – Keeping it 150% real. We dive deep into Sports, Food, lifestyle, Relationships, and unfiltered modern topics with zero holding back. 📋 Riding with Coach – Get exclusive sports insights, leadership lessons, and a coach's perspective on and off the court from Coach Demond Stephens and Coach Bobby Jones as they bring on special guest. Hit subscribe and lock in. Whether you are looking for culture, inspiration, or sports insight, we’ve got the perfect track for your rotation. New episodes dropping bi-weekly! Stream us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and watch the full video experience on YouTube.

  1. Oct 8

    What It Takes to Be a Successful Coach and more with Coach Cabral Huff | IN THE MAKING Ep 11

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of In the Making, I sit down with Coach Cabral Huff, my high school coach and now an assistant coach for North Florida men's basketball in Jacksonville. Coach Huff's path has taken him through nearly every level of the game. North Florida head coach Bobby Kennen announced Huff as an assistant, calling him one of the most well-liked and respected coaches in the country and describing him as a teacher and a connector. Before that, he was an assistant at Newberry, and before Edward Waters he was head coach at NAIA Voorhees from 2020 to 2023. He also coached high school basketball in Atlanta where he won a state championship at Saint Francis High School and spent time at the Division 1 level at Georgia Southern. He was an assistant at Alcorn State, where the team made a big turnaround to finish second in the conference, and he was named Coach of the Year by several organizations in 2013 and 2014. He's a Morehouse graduate who became head coach at Edward Waters University, where he built his program around energy, effort, enthusiasm, and execution.  In this conversation we talk about: 🏀 His coaching journey, from high school to the college level 🧠 The skills it takes to be a successful coach 🔍 How he evaluates players and what he looks for 🎓 Leading programs, building culture, and developing young men 💬 Lessons learned along the way, and much more If you're an athlete, a parent, or someone who wants to coach, this one is for you. Support the show

    What It Takes to Be a Successful Coach and more with Coach Cabral Huff | IN THE MAKING Ep 11
  2. Sep 10

    Champ Barlow: The Road to Becoming a Pro Athlete + Trainer Nobody Talks About! | IN THE MAKING Ep 8

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of In The Making, I sit down with my guy Champ Barlow, someone I’ve known for over 12 years, to talk about the road to becoming a professional athlete and trainer — and the side of that journey that nobody really talks about. Champ has built his career around basketball, player development, and helping athletes reach their potential through his business, 3P Athletics. We dive into what it really takes to pursue a career as a professional athlete, the work that happens behind the scenes, and the challenges that come with trying to make it at the highest level. We also talk about the journey of becoming a professional trainer — from developing your own approach and building relationships with athletes to creating a business and establishing yourself in the industry. This conversation goes beyond the highlight reels and success stories. We talk about the work, sacrifices, setbacks, consistency, and mindset required to turn a passion for sports into a career. Whether you’re an aspiring professional athlete, trainer, coach, entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to build something of your own, there’s something in this conversation for you. In The Making Ep. 8 — The Road to Becoming a Pro Athlete & Trainer Nobody Talks About. 🎙️ Guest: Champ Barlow 🏀 Business: 3P Athletics Subscribe for more conversations about the people, journeys, and work happening In The Making. #InTheMaking #ChampBarlow #3PAthletics #Basketball #AthleteDevelopment #SportsTraining #ProfessionalAthlete #Trainer #Entrepreneurship Support the show

    Champ Barlow: The Road to Becoming a Pro Athlete + Trainer Nobody Talks About! | IN THE MAKING Ep 8

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Welcome to the JMixtape Podcast—your ultimate audio network for Sports, creation, and culture. Brought to you by JMixtape Productions, this channel is a curated mix of raw conversations, behind-the-scenes journeys, and elite sports insights. We don’t stick to just one lane; we bring you a full lineup of distinct shows packed into one feed: ⭐️ In The Making – The blueprint of the grind. Where Jalen Simmons has geniune one on one conversations with Athletes, Creatives and people that he has crossed paths with along his journey as they give you insight on what it takes to build a vision from scratch. 🔥 Buck 50 – Keeping it 150% real. We dive deep into Sports, Food, lifestyle, Relationships, and unfiltered modern topics with zero holding back. 📋 Riding with Coach – Get exclusive sports insights, leadership lessons, and a coach's perspective on and off the court from Coach Demond Stephens and Coach Bobby Jones as they bring on special guest. Hit subscribe and lock in. Whether you are looking for culture, inspiration, or sports insight, we’ve got the perfect track for your rotation. New episodes dropping bi-weekly! Stream us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and watch the full video experience on YouTube.