This week we have the smooth, soft-spoken, prominent-hearted legend, Jakob Junis. It has taken quite awhile to get the big fella on the podcast, but the winds finally made it in our favor. As he was in Minnesota to play the Twins, nature called for rain and thunderstorms. With the cancellation of a ball game, the boys got to sit down, have coffee, and talk about life.
Junis is a family man who knows his way around Major League Baseball. With parts of nine seasons in the show, we break down the path. His ability to articulate his early days in the league to where he is now relates to many of us on personal pressures and obstacles in our career trajectory. Having the flexibility and awareness to navigate life on the road, balance family life, and pursue greater heights professionally resonated well.
Enjoy the show with my good friend. One love.
Harvey Martin
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Jakob Junis
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:57 The World of Coffee and Tea
06:08 Fatherhood and Balancing Family Life
09:06 The Life of a Professional Athlete
11:48 The Paradox of Fame and Normalcy
15:13 Navigating Personal Identity as an Athlete
17:49 The Importance of Balance and Recharge
21:09 Coaching and Observing Uniqueness
23:47 Reflecting on Experiences and Memories
26:15 Exploring Clubhouse Culture
32:03 The Journey of a Rookie
38:10 The Importance of Community and Rituals
44:08 Finding Balance in a Busy Life
49:26 Philosophical Reflections on Life and Time
50:15 Transitioning from Baseball to Life Beyond
53:30 The Role of Family and Support Systems
56:38 The Challenges of Balancing Career and Family
01:00:12 Self-Discovery Through Experience
01:03:42 The Power of Authenticity in Sports
01:07:07 Navigating Nonconformity in Baseball
01:16:47 Baseball as a Teacher of Life Lessons
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