Branding strategist and mentor Lauren Walsh joins the pod for a powerful conversation on identity, authenticity, and building a purpose-driven career. From her early days as a competitive gymnast on Chicago’s South Side to working with elite athletes and entertainers in the NFL, MLB, and music industry, Lauren shares her personal evolution—how burnout and motherhood led her to redefine success and rediscover her “why.”We dive into the realities of NIL, the misconceptions around personal branding, and how young athletes can shift from transactional deals to transformational legacies. Lauren offers insight into the importance of being fully known, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and how true branding begins with self-awareness.
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EVAN MATHIS | From Emotional Chaos to Self-Mastery & Reshaping NFL Protocols
Former NFL Pro Bowl guard Evan Mathis sits with us for a raw and insightful conversation about the journey behind the stats. He talks candidly about the personal battles that came with being a journeyman in the league, his struggles with emotional control and composure early in his career, and how self-awareness and exposure to new ideas changed the way he lived and competed. We also dive into the lesser-known challenges pro athletes face, including health issues like low testosterone, and how Evan took matters into his own hands to advocate for his well-being in a system that wasn’t designed to support it. This conversation is about more than football—it's about growth, resilience, and the intangible qualities that define success on your own terms.
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CHIP PAUCEK | Finding Passion in What You Do & The Importance of Community
Chip Paucek Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Pro Athlete Community (PAC) delves into the journey of personal and professional growth. We talk about how awareness and foundational knowledge can serve as a springboard for future success, particularly highlighting the invaluable impact of community and collaboration in reaching the next level. We discuss how supportive networks and shared experiences within a community can truly propel individuals forward.
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MARCUS POLLARD | Playing with Peyton Manning & The Jacksonville Jaguars New Rookie Class
In this episode of the Intangible Podcast, Chris sits down with former NFL tight end Marcus Pollard! We dive deep into Marcus's incredibly unique journey to the NFL, which wasn't always a straightforward path. Hear the importance of mental toughness, and his incredible ability to handle adversity both on and off the field. It's a reunion between old teammates, filled with locker room laughs and reminiscing about old times. Don't miss this opportunity to understand the man behind the helmet, and what truly made him a force in the NFL.
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Vince Biegel
NFL linebacker Vince Biegel takes us from cranberry farms in Wisconsin to the big stage of professional football. In this powerful episode, he opens up about family legacy, faith, hard lessons from injury, and the mental grind of life after the game. From being drafted by the Packers to rebuilding purpose in real estate and mentorship, Vince gets real about what it means to chase success—and survive the setbacks.
Welcome to the Intangible Podcast. We sit with professional athletes, coaches and experts to uncover the intangible qualities that drive peak performance. Through our conversations we discover the strategies, mindset shifts, and hidden strengths that elevate athletes to new heights.