13 Oct 2026
Are We Raising Champions or Role Models? | Off the Bench London S2 E5
Winning makes you a champion. But does it make you someone worth following?
We celebrate athletes for championships, victories and highlight reels. But what happens when the cameras turn off? Who's setting the example for the next generation?
On Off the Bench London — Season 2, Episode 5, Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott "The Visionary" Hohn welcome special guest Alcides Molina (Alcides Built), boxing coach, martial artist and community mentor, for a powerful conversation about sports, resilience, leadership and the importance of positive role models.
Alcides shares his journey from fighter to coach, overcoming injuries, battling through a long losing streak and discovering that some of life's biggest victories happen outside the ring.
But the conversation doesn't stop there!
Is Michael Jordan a better role model than LeBron James? Does winning excuse someone's flaws? Are social media influencers replacing positive role models? And has AI crossed a line by bringing beloved characters like Uncle Phil back to life?
From boxing and basketball to social media, parenting and community mentorship, we're asking a bigger question: What does it really mean to be someone worth looking up to?
IN THIS EPISODE:
Champions vs. Role Models: Does athletic greatness make someone a great influence?
Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: Two legends, two generations and one heated debate.
The Fighter's Mentality: How losing, perseverance and overcoming fear build character.
Coaching the Next Generation: Why mentorship, representation and safe spaces matter.
AI & Social Media: Are we celebrating our childhood heroes or exploiting their legacies?
London's Boxing Community: How local coaches and events are changing lives.
NFL Talk & Laughs: Eagles, Bengals, fantasy football and classic Off the Bench banter.
THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAY?
Sometimes the greatest impact you'll ever have isn't the trophy you win. It's the person you inspire along the way.
Whether you're a sports fan, parent, coach or someone working toward becoming a better version of yourself, this episode is for you.
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Who was your biggest role model growing up? And do you believe great athletes automatically make great role models?
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OFF THE BENCH — LONDON
Where Life and Sports Collide.
Hosted by Malcolm "The Milkman" Noel and Scott "The Visionary" Hohn.
Recorded at The Club House, 100 Kellogg Lane, London, Ontario.
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