Play the Game with Emmy-winning producer and University of Florida Professor Amar Shah dives into the minds of athletes, entrepreneurs, and storytellers redefining sports, media, and culture. Real stories, real strategy—straight from the people changing the game.
Brian Davidson – From Nike Retail to Giannis, NBA Titles, and Building a New Sports Venture
Brian Davidson recounts his journey from Nike retail to NBA titles, highlighting the importance of self-belief and building ventures in an interview with Amar Shah.
14 May 2025
Andrew Petcash & Scott Garber – Sports Startups, Founder Lessons, and the Rise of Profluence
What started as a newsletter has become a powerhouse in sports media and venture. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Petcash and Scott Garber, the co-founders of Profluence—a sports business hub that’s part media platform, part community, and part venture lab. Andrew, a former Division I basketball player, and Scott, a startup veteran and former D1 football player, break down how they built a brand from scratch by focusing on connection, value, and consistency. 🎯 We talk about: Growing ...
28 Apr 2025
Stacey Garcia – Bold Moves, Athlete Branding, and Building a Talent Empire
From a sorority girl at UCLA with no plans to work in sports to one of the most trusted names in athlete partnerships and talent booking, Stacey Garcia’s story is all about bold moves and betting on yourself. As a four-time Emmy-winning producer and the founder of Stacey’s Talent Shop, Stacey has helped shape the careers of some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment—including Magic Johnson, LeBron James, and many more. 🎯 We talk about: Turning a random Staples Center encounter into...
21 Apr 2025
David Brickley - Hustle, Kobe, and Building STN Digital from Scratch
From sneaking into a Fox Sports Radio studio to launching viral campaigns for Caitlin Clark and the NFL, David Brickley has built one of the top social-first agencies in sports and entertainment. As the founder and CEO of STN Digital, David has helped shape the digital presence of some of the biggest names in sports. But his path to success? It started with rejection, side hustles, and a bold pitch to his childhood hero—Kobe Bryant. 🎯 We talk about: Breaking into the industry after being told...
14 Apr 2025
Nate Loucks — From MLS to WWE: Building Digital Empires at Boardroom
From launching Kick TV with Major League Soccer to leading global digital strategy at WWE and now at Front Office Sports, Nate Loucks has been at the forefront of digital innovation in sports media. In this episode, Nate shares insights on creating engaging content, adapting strategies for diverse global markets, and the importance of authenticity and audience connection. 🎯 We talk about: Breaking into sports media through curiosity and adaptabilityPivoting Kick TV from a failed SportsCenter ...
7 Apr 2025
Tyler Rutstein — Building Brands for Gen Z at Adidas, Overtime, and Under Armour
From Adidas and Overtime to leading brand at Under Armour, Tyler Rutstein has never played by the old rules—and he’s not about to start now. In this episode, Tyler breaks down the bold career moves that took him from sports media outsider to SVP of Global Brand & Americas Marketing at Under Armour. From betting on TikTok creators over résumés to helping turn Overtime into a Gen Z juggernaut, Tyler shares the mindset and tactics that helped him stand out in a rapidly changing industry. 🎯 W...
30 Mar 2025
Josiah Johnson — The Meme King Who Made LeBron Laugh
From the UCLA bench to Comedy Central to the top of NBA Twitter, Josiah Johnson has built a career on creativity, culture, and consistency. In this episode, Josiah breaks down how a single meme got him noticed by Jordan Peele, how his content reached Oprah and Ava DuVernay, and what it really takes to stand out online—especially when LeBron, KD, and Steph are watching. We talk about: Building a creative lane in a crowded media worldTurning rejection into opportunityWhy memes are the new media...
30 Mar 2025
Mason Gordon — From Napkin Sketch to National TV: The SlamBall Origin Story
The SlamBall Creator Who Turned a Napkin Sketch Into a Global Sport Episode 1: Amar Shah talks to Mason Gordon, founder of SlamBall, about creating an entirely new sport, getting it on TV, and building a brand that blends basketball, football, and trampolines. This one’s for the dreamers, builders, and disruptors. ⏱️ Show Notes: (0:00) Cold open: "You can’t just create a sport…" (0:32) Intro to Mason + the vision behind SlamBall (1:33) Basketball meets football: The spark that started it al...
30 Mar 2025
Parul Khosla — Building an AI-Powered Platform for the Sports World
From the NFL and Madison Square Garden to co-founding a tech startup, Parul Khosla has done more than climb the ladder—she’s rebuilding it. In this episode, Parul breaks down how she launched Arena, an AI-powered hiring platform tailored to the sports and entertainment industries, and why taking the leap after her MBA was the best (and hardest) decision she ever made. 🎯 We talk about: Doing 6 internships before graduatingTurning burnout into breakthroughBuilding a startup for underrepresented...
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