More than 94

About More than 94

Welcome to "More than 94", the podcast that breaks the stereotype that college athletes can only go pro in sports. In each episode, we interview former collegiate athletes who have found success in non-sports careers after graduation. Join us as we explore the personal stories and unique journeys of these individuals, and how their experiences as athletes have prepared them for success in other fields. From business to entertainment, law enforcement to entrepreneurship, our guests prove that the skills and mindset developed through athletics can be applied to any profession.

Publisher

More Than 94

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 May 2023

Latest episode

14 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Feb 2026

   Former College Athlete Jahbari McLennan on Identity After Sports, Sales Lessons, and NIL Money Management | More Than 94

   n this episode of More Than 94, host Shania interviews her husband, former athlete Jahbari McLennan, about redefining success after sports. Jahbari recounts starting with baseball, playing multiple sports in middle and high school in Austin, Texas (John H. Reagan), then focusing on football, attending Trinity Valley Community College for two years, and transferring to Arkansas State University where he met Shania. He explains the defining moment when he chose to walk away from pursuing a professional football career due to injuries, an underwhelming senior year, financial realities of training for pro day (including an offer to train with Brandon Kennedy in Fayetteville), and a growing focus on faith and identity beyond athletics. Jahbari details his transition into the workforce—networking to find banking opportunities at Regions Bank, facing low starting pay and limited raises, and pivoting into sales through Vector Marketing/Cutco (door-to-door knife sales) where he learned perseverance and handling rejection, later selling cars, and eventually becoming a full-time real estate agent, investor, and coach. The conversation explores how athletic habits translate into entrepreneurship—relationship-building, practicing more than performing, training for objections, and learning to have hard conversations—while challenging the idea that Division I athletics automatically builds time management since schedules are largely managed for athletes. They discuss the need for discipline, consistency, boundaries, delegation, and building a team to avoid becoming a slave to the business. Shania and Jahbari also address misconceptions that athletic success always equals strong work ethic, noting that talent can carry some athletes without discipline and that poor coaching can model weak leadership. Living near Texas A&M in the NIL era, they discuss gaps in financial education for young athletes, including taxes, asset-building, people skills, trust, and the risks of wasting money early. Jahbari shares practical advice for graduating athletes not going pro: develop curiosity outside sports, study fields of interest like you would study the game, consider leaving home to grow in new environments, and prioritize community and character development (including being part of a healthy church). The episode closes with a brief discussion of their marriage as two opposite personalities and how accepting differences has strengthened their relationship.

2. 

   9 Feb 2025

   Brandon Kennedy: From College Football to Real Life Success

   In this episode of 'More Than 94', Brandon Kennedy joins us to share his transition journey from being a star fullback at the University of Arkansas to redefining success off the field. He talks about the challenges of not having a plan B after not signing with the Buffalo Bills, the importance of humility and perseverance, and how his faith played a significant role in his life post-football. Discover how Brandon transitioned from sports to roles in various industries including ministry and construction, exemplifying the transferable skills and resilience instilled by athletics. Tune in to hear Brandon's profound insights on leadership, teamwork, and the importance of staying persistent and humble.

3. 

   31 Jan 2025

   From Football Field to Law Firm: Taylor Stockemer's Journey

   In this episode of More Than 94, host engages in a candid conversation with Taylor Stockemer, a former wide receiver at Arkansas State University who transitioned into a successful career as an attorney. Taylor shares his unique journey from being ingrained in sports to becoming an attorney at Friday Eldridge and Clark LLP. He discusses the challenges he faced in balancing academics and athletics, his late start in sports, and the eventual realization that law school was his calling. Taylor also reflects on the importance of networking, adapting to life after sports, the significance of structure and teamwork in his professional life, and his passion for coaching Little League football. Tune in to hear valuable insights on how athletes can prepare for life beyond sports and the significance of having a backup plan.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

25,563

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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Quality

17

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

0