Imagine if talking college football was a job...
J.D. PicKell made it happen.
Today, I sat down with J.D. to discuss how he went from Cornell to On-Air College Football Analyst for a leading sports media company.
He shares
• His path to Cornell as an underrecruited SoCal kid
• His thoughts on how high school athletes should navigate recruiting
• The value of playing football in the Ivy League
• How he got started on YouTube
• How he remained consistent and landed a big time job
I hope you enjoy today's episode.
10 Jul 2026
Executive Director of the Ivy League Robin Harris | Ep 008
The Ivy League is the most unique conference in college sports.
In today's episode, I'm joined by Robin Harris, the Executive Director of the Ivy League. Robin has been at the helm of Ivy Athletics for 17 years and has been pivotal in shaping the Ivy League's unique position in the college athletics landscape.
Robin shares the Ivy League's philosophy around its student-athletes, one that's rooted in a holistic college experience that prioritizes academics, athletics, and social life.
We discuss...
• The Ivy League Model
• Why the Ivy League doesn't offer athletic scholarships
• Why the Ivy League opted out of the House v. NCAA settlement
• Legitimate NIL vs pay for play
• Ivy League's competitiveness versus other conferences
• The value of the Ivy League experience
A great episode for athletes, parents, & fans to gain a better understanding of what the Ivy League is all about.
Thanks for listening!
2 Jul 2026
Micaiah Bell | Ep 007
Going to Harvard and Oxford is pretty crazy if you ask me...
Today I sat down with Micaiah Bell, a former Harvard football player and Oxford graduate. He shares...
• His research about the average salaries of former football players at top universities (the results will shock you)
• How he got offers to 7 out of 8 Ivies after only playing football for two years
• Why he chose Oxford instead of an FBS school as a grad transfer
• Advice to younger ambitious athletes
Subscribe if you enjoy today's episode 🙂
26 Jun 2026
Do THIS Before Summer Ends If You Have Zero Offers
High school recruiting can be extremely frustrating. I hope this episode provides clarity to an athlete & family navigating this process!
23 Jun 2026
How Needing Approval Ruined My Yale Football Career
I told myself when I first started posting on social media that I would stay away from telling my personal story.
I've now learned after posting for 3 months that sharing my story is one of the most powerful things I can do.
I hope this episode helps a younger athlete navigate some of the hurdles that sport can throw at you.
Subscribe for more episodes!
9 Jun 2026
How Ivy League Football Players Should Spend Their Summers
Hope this helps every Ivy League football player!
6 Jun 2026
Cooper Barkate | Ep 003
Cooper Barkate may be the smartest dude in college football.
Cooper was a highly recruited receiver out of Mater Dei in California, pulling in offers from Oregon, Notre Dame, UCLA, and other top Power 4 programs.
However, Cooper made the decision to commit to Harvard, and told reporters that he had a plan.
Five years later, it looks like his plan panned out. Cooper graduated from Harvard in three years, grad transferred to Duke, was a top receiver in the nation, and decided to transfer for his final season to the University of Miami.
Cooper explains how his unconventional path to success in college football is one that college athletes need to consider, as the new NIL landscape is selling kids a false reality.
We break down why every kid should consider the ivy league, the truth about NIL, why a smaller school may actually give you more exposure, and how Cooper stayed committed to his plan despite lucrative opportunities.
If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe!
20 May 2026
Should You Go To An Ivy League or Power 4 School?
I believe every athlete would benefit from pursuing the Ivy League rather than a Power 4 institution.
I hope this video helps you navigate a tough decision.
18 May 2026
How I Got Recruited to Every Ivy League School for Football (Ep 1)
College recruiting isn't always as you think.
A lot more goes into getting an offer than just talent.
Today, I shared how I managed to get an offer from every Ivy League School and my takeaways from my high school recruiting experience.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe!
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