For the Underdogs

About For the Underdogs

For the Underdogs is a destination for anyone that has ever felt defeated and had to claw themselves out of hard situations. Host and former NFL vet, Jamil Douglas guides listeners through his personal experiences of finding his authentic self beyond the sport of Football. He will share the drastic changes he’s made to his daily routine, mental mindset, and embracing vulnerability. This podcast will share a diverse lineup of experiences and will feature interviews with an array of different type of underdogs; from athletes to thought leaders and entrepreneurs. We hope that you’ll see yourself represented in the many experiences shared and that this space helps to normalize adversity before finding success and encourages growth in underrepresented communities.

Publisher

Jamil Douglas

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Mar 2024

Latest episode

3 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Nov 2025

   Significance & Security

   This episode started in the sauna with a book called The Treasure of a Man. It got me thinking about how much of our lives as men and people revolve around two things significance and security. From career changes to personal transitions, we all wrestle with feeling “enough.” In this conversation, I break down where real significance comes from, how we lose it, and why authenticity might be the key to finally feeling both secure and fulfilled. Resources + Links: Follow Jamil on ...

2. 

   17 Sept 2025

   On and Off the Ice with NHL Analyst Jason Demers

   Join me for a powerful conversation with retired NHL veteran, Olympian, and current NHL analyst Jason Demers, alongside returning guest and life coach, breath work facilitator Rick Moschel. Jason reflects on his 13-year career in the league, opening up about the grind, the setbacks, and the lessons that shaped his journey both on and off the ice. Together with Rick, they dive into personal growth, resilience, and what it takes to keep moving forward. We also explore their latest venture, Find...

3. 

   7 Aug 2025

   When Trials Spark Purpose: The Story Behind Therabody with Dr. Jason Wersland

   Join me for a powerful conversation with Dr. Jason Wersland. The founder and visionary behind Therabody. We dive into the pivotal moments that sparked the creation of one of the most influential wellness brands in the world. From life-changing adversity to groundbreaking innovation, this episode is all about resilience, purpose, and shifting your perspective when life throws you off course. Resources + Links: Follow Jamil on Instagram: @jamilFollow For the Underdogs Podcast on Instagram: @f...

Who has been a guest on For the Underdogs

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Hillary Seiler
• Darius Kilgo
• Vanessa Bryant
• Shon Hart
• Charlie Ruiz

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

29,856

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

20 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

55

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

71