We've wrapped up another amazing season of the Big Stories podcast! ????️ Join producer/host Cleon Wall and producer Whitney Sheffield as they share their favorite moments from Season 2. We invite you to listen to this special episode and catch up on all our Seasons 1 and 2 episodes. Don't forget to leave us a rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts. Your feedback means the world to us. We can't wait to bring you Season 3!
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Feed Drop - Deep Blue
Season 2 of Big Stories will wrap up next week. In the meantime, the team wanted to share with you one of our other great podcasts from BYU SportsNation and BYUradio. It's Deep Blue and hosted by Jason Shepherd. In this episode, we feature former BYU Football quarterback Max Hall. He shares his powerful journey—from battling drug addiction to rebuilding his life and founding a recovery center to help others do the same. Hall also recounts some of the biggest decisions in his life, sharing life lessons he's learned along the way.
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University of Utah: Eric Weddle - Let’s Be Great Today
Eric Weddle, former University of Utah and NFL safety, built his career on hard work, resilience, and his personal mantra, "Let's be great today." After 14 seasons with the San Diego Chargers, Baltimore Ravens, and Los Angeles Rams—capped by a stunning Super Bowl LVI victory—Weddle now leads as the head football coach at Rancho Bernardo High School in California. Off the field, he’s a devoted husband, proud father of four, and a mentor who inspires his family and young athletes to pursue greatness with passion and purpose!
Guests:
Eric Weddle- Head Football Coach at Rancho Bernardo High School, former Utah Utes and NFL safety
Chanel Weddle- Eric's wife
Gaige Weddle- Eric's son
Brooklyn Weddle - Eric's daughter
Silver Weddle - Eric's daughter
Kamri Weddle - Eric's daughter
Steve Weddle- Eric's dad
Debbie Weddle- Eric's mom
Sean McVay- Los Angeles Rams Head Coach
Tristan McCoy- Assistant Football Coach at Rancho Bernardo High School
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Arizona State: Tony Achille - Until the End…
Tony Achille has loved hockey since he started playing at age 3. Even after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 15, he never stopped playing. In this podcast episode, we share Tony's story of resilience and determination. With the unwavering support of his family, friends, and coaches, Tony achieved his dream of playing college hockey at Arizona State University. Now cancer-free, Tony gives back through his Mission 16 fundraiser, inspiring others with his determination and positivity.
Guests:
Tony Achille- ASU Hockey player
Kelly Achille- Tony’s mom
Bob Achille- Tony’s dad
Ryan Achille- Tony’s brother
Greg Powers- ASU Hockey Coach
Matt Pinchevsky- Jr. Hockey Coach
Tim Lovell- Youth Hockey Coach
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Arizona: Be Golden
Robert Golden lost his passion for playing football after his father's death. So, what would he do next? Teach kids to "Be Golden." This podcast episode highlights how the former Arizona Wildcat started the Golden Charter Academy near his old neighborhood in Fresno, CA. This innovative school, in partnership with the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, focuses on environmental stewardship. Through hands-on learning, Golden empowers students to dream beyond sports and break cycles of poverty.
Guests:
Robert Golden- Founder, President, and CEO of Golden Charter Academy, former Arizona Wildcat Football safety and NFL player
Lechet Golden- Robert’s wife
Rolinda Golden- Robert’s mom
CJ Jones- Founder of Golden Charter Academy
Liana Pellegrino- Principle at Golden Charter Academy
John Dohlin- Zoo Director at Golden Charter Academy
Ed Gonzalez- Senior Consultant, Board Chair for Golden Charter Academy
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