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A Quest for WholenessFrom the NBA to Mental Health Advocate: A Conversation with James Donaldson💛 Missing Another Day of Work? Make Your Doctor’s Visits Effective! Download the free checklist here → https://www.lexiburt.ca/ 💛 Book your free consult → https://tidycal.com/lexirburt/15-minute-meetingKey TakeawaysThe culture of professional sports often demands emotional performance and discourages vulnerability.James opens up about his own battle with depression and surviving a near-suicide experience.He shares the power of storytelling, identity loss after sports, and redefining success.James discusses what suicide prevention really means—and what young people actually need to hear.We reflect on legacy, connection, and how small, unexpected things can keep...2025-07-0246 min
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation#83 - Your Gift of Life with James Donaldson (special Podcasthon episode)This episode is part of #Podcasthon 2025. Podcasthon.org is about convincing as many hosts as possible to dedicate one episode of their show to a charity of their choice and to release these episodes simultaneously, in a coordinated effort from March 15-21, 2025, creating a massive and international wave of inspiring audio content.The objective? To raise awareness for a huge number of charities worldwide. This year, 1,675 podcasts from 47 countries are participating!I've chosen to support the 988 crisis line. You can donate here: https://988lifeline.org/donate/And now, on with the show:In this episode of...2025-03-1926 min
Mosaic Minds PodcastJames Donaldson | From the NBA to a New Battle: The Story You Need to Hear | Episode 55What happens when the spotlight fades? Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson has faced battles far tougher than anything on the court. After nearly losing his life to a medical emergency, suffering financial setbacks, and battling mental health struggles, James found a new purpose—helping others find hope.In this episode, we dive into:🏀 His journey from NBA dominance to real-life challenges💔 Losing everything—and finding a way forward🧠The importance of mental health and why it’s often ignored in sports📖 Hi...2025-02-1854 min
Craft Spirits Podcast57: James Donaldson of Chemist SpiritsJames Donaldson is the co-owner and creative director of Chemist Spirits in Asheville, North Carolina.
The distillery was founded by Debbie Word, and was born of many hours of experimentation with Word’s daughter, Danielle Donaldson, an actual chemist. The distillery and its bar, Antidote, are located in Asheville’s South Slope district, which did not suffer severe damage when Hurricane Helene devastated the region in late September. However, Chemist also has a facility in historic Biltmore Village, which is located alongside the Swannanoa River and experienced flooding.
In this episode, James discusses the current state of things in Asheville a fe...2024-12-1846 min
Bound by the CloakS4 Episode 19: Bouncing Back-James Donaldson's Mental Health JourneyIn this powerful episode, we sit down with James Donaldson, former NBA star and mental health advocate, to discuss his deeply personal journey through the highs of professional basketball and the lows of battling severe depression and suicidal ideation. James opens up about the mental health crisis that nearly ended his life, sharing the pivotal moments that pulled him back from the brink. Now, through his work with the Your Gift of Life Foundation, James is dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health, particularly among men and communities of color. He provides vital resources and support...2024-09-1148 min
War Room WisdomEpisode 14: NBA All-Star James Donaldson Discusses Eradicating Suicide In Todays SocietyIn this episode, Phillip Lanos and Jason Miller are joined by NBA All-Star James Donaldson, Founder of Your Gift of Life Foundation. James shares his emotional story of dealing with mental illness while juggling business and life. Now his focus is on helping people overcome the struggles of mental illness. You will also uncover how to overcome a business struggle that may help save your business.2023-10-2537 min
Heard TellTurning Down The Noise on Widespread AI Panic, What AI Is/Isn't, Regs, & more w/ James CzerniawskiOn this Heard Tell Good Talks, our guest is James Czerniawski returns to Heard Tell to talk the hype, hyperbole, and habits forming around AI, both in the discourse and in congress. James helps us understand what AI is, and isn't, and why that definition and understanding is essential before trying to regulate this growing industry and important in addressing fears and concerns folks have. James also talks about the Biden Administration's "Executive Order on Addressing United States Investments in Certain National Security Technologies and Products in Countries of Concern" which is really aimed directly at China, and rehashed some argum...2023-09-0425 min
Heard TellJan 6th Sentencings, AI, College Admittance/AA Debate, & more w/ James Czerniawski & Garion FrankelYour Heard Tell Show for Friday, September 1st, is turning down the noise of the news cycle and getting to the information we need to discern our times by talking about the latest, and harshest, sentences for those charged with the most serious crimes related to January 6th rioting at the US Capitol, and how when you turn down the noise the justice system is not only parsing out what happened, but is working. James Czerniawski returns to Heard Tell to talk the hype, hyperbole, and habits forming around AI, both in the discourse and in congress. James helps us...2023-09-011h 02
Box 2 in association with Best Western GBBox 2: Ep 25 - James DonaldsonIn the latest episode of 'Box Two', which is brought to you in association with our partners Best Western GB, Jamie Jones-Buchanan chats to Rhinos stalwart James Donaldson.
Donaldson chats about his life in Rugby League, how his career was at a crossroads when he joined Leeds and how he has made Headingley his home.
2023-08-2331 min
The Suffering PodcastEpisode 140: The Suffering of Prostate Cancer with James GardnerSend us a textJames Gardner lives in New Jersey with his wife of forty years, Kelly.Together they have three daughters and five grandchildren. James had a lengthy career in corporate finance, accounting and auditing before retiring in 2019. In 2020, James began substitute teaching at a local elementary school. In the same year he and Kelly launched their podcast, Your History Your Story.A history enthusiast since childhood, James loves encouraging people to share stories about themselves and members from the...2023-08-201h 09
Reef And Rivers PodcastReef and RiversNathan Waltham, Senior Principal Researcher at James Cook University, is an expert in coastal landscape ecology and processes. In this episode of the Reef & Rivers podcast Nathan talks about the importance of different wetland habitats, the pressures from urban development and the future fo restoration work. 2023-08-1518 min
Finding CertaintyMy NBA Story and Suicide Prevention Tale and Vision, with James DonaldsonJoin us in this inspiring episode of Finding Certainty as we dive into the remarkable journey of James Donaldson, a former NBA professional basketball player who has gone above and beyond to make a lasting impact through his mental health and suicide prevention nonprofit and efforts. In this episode, we'll explore James Donaldson's extraordinary basketball career, from his early days on the court to his standout years in the NBA. We'll hear about the challenges he faced, the victories he celebrated, and the lessons he learned along the way that shaped his perspective on life beyond the game. But James...2023-08-1156 min
This Commerce Life"It's like running up a down escalator" CEO of BC Food and Beverage James Donaldson talks about member challenges, being a not-for-profit industry association representing food and beverage manufacturers in British Columbia."It's like running up a down escalator"  CEO of BC Food and Beverage James Donaldson talks about member challenges, being a not-for-profit industry association representing food and beverage manufacturers in British Columbia. Find James here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamessdonaldson/If you're in BC, you should be signing up to be a member of BC Food and Beverage. https://bcfb.ca/ Sign up to our newsletter: www.thiscommercelife.com
2023-07-0757 min
Washington State Magazine webisodesJames Donaldson’s gift of lifeJames Donaldson had a great college and professional basketball career, a physical therapy business, and many aspirations, even in retirement from sports. But over the course of several years, illness, bankruptcy, divorce, and circumstances in life sent Donaldson into a dark mental spiral. He found his way back, writing a book about his struggles and starting a foundation to help others. In this episode, Donaldson talks with magazine associate editor Adriana Janovich about his struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts, his recovery and memoir, and his desire to help other men, especially men of...2023-05-3122 min
Sports Spectrum PodcastFormer NBA All-Star James Donaldson on faith, mental health and overcoming depressionJames Donaldson is a former professional basketball player who played 16 seasons in the NBA with Seattle, San Diego/LA Clippers, Dallas, N.Y. Knicks and Utah. He was originally selected in the fourth round of the 1979 NBA Draft by Seattle and after playing one year of pro ball in Italy, he made his NBA debut on October 10, 1980 with Seattle. Most known for his time with the Dallas Mavericks, Donaldson played six seasons with Dallas and led the NBA in field goal percentage in 1984-85 and played in the 1988 NBA All-Star Game in Chicago. Donaldson holds the record o...2022-09-1442 min
Electric Bike Action PodcastAlex Boyce and James McKnight debate e-bikes and racingThis time, the interview is conducted by our new Editor-at-large, Alex Boyce. He’s talking with James McKnight, former Dirt magazine editor and now producer of mountain bike yearbooks that feature photography from the best mountain bike photographers in the world. His name is James McKnight. You can check those out at misspentsummers.com.
They talk about burning questions like whether e-bike racing will ever catch on. It’s a fun chat between friends about e-bikes. Without further ado, here’s Alex and James.2022-09-1349 minElectric Bike Action PodcastAlex Boyce and James McKnight debate e-bikes and racingThis time, the interview is conducted by our new Editor-at-large, Alex Boyce. He’s talking with James McKnight, former Dirt magazine editor and now producer of mountain bike yearbooks that feature photography from the best mountain bike photographers in the world. His name is James McKnight. You can check those out at misspentsummers.com.
They talk about burning questions like whether e-bike racing will ever catch on. It’s a fun chat between friends about e-bikes. Without further ado, here’s Alex and James.2022-09-1349 minReef And Rivers PodcastS4.E3 Tracking bull sharksEqual parts fearful and fascinating, bull sharks have a reputation as strong, aggressive sharks and are one of the most common species that anglers are likely to encounter in the estuaries and inshore marine zone. Nicolas Lubitz is a Ph.D candidate at James Cook University, and tracks bull sharks to find out where they travel and why. Join us to learn about the unique life cycles of bull sharks, whether they might be exhibiting natal philpatry, and what climate change means for their habitat range.2022-09-0717 min
Heard TellGood Talks: Elon Musk v Twitter Heads To Court, How It Came To This & What Happens Next w/ James CzerniawskiOur guest today is returning favorite James Czerniawski is back to once again hash out the ongoing Elon Musk v Twitter saga we've been covering - not to mention news and social media has been obsessing over - since April. James breaks down not only the tech side, but how a unique part of the legal system now has control of what happens next, where Twitter goes from here, and what we should have learned from the months of headlines and controversies. James also delves into the cultural side of the story, and how mixing politics, culture, and tech is...2022-07-1326 min
Heard TellNews Consumption Plunges, Musk v Twitter Heads To Court, Who's Replacing Boris, w/ James CzerniawskiYour Heard Tell Show for Wednesday, July the 13th is turning down the noise and getting to the information we need on some data and reporting that the American public is tuning out the headlines and trending issues as news consumption plummets, we'll discuss the particulars and the why. While on the topic of news consumption, Reuters has some worldwide data out about how news is covered and consumed by the world, and thier Digital News Report 2022 has some really fascinating and telling stats for us to consider, including how many folks think news intrudes on their social media, why...2022-07-1349 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Former NBA Player and College Commentator Eldridge RecasnerStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest  Former NBA Player and College Commentator Eldridge Recasner March 26, 20222022-07-0131 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Former Seattle Sports Radio Host Mike "Gasman" GastineauStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest  Former Seattle Sports Radio Host Mike "Gasman" Gastineau March 19, 20222022-07-0131 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Former NBA Coach Don CaseyStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Former NBA Coach Don Casey March 12, 20222022-07-0130 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Seattle University Basketball Hall of Famer Sue Stimac-VerduinStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest  Seattle University Basketball Hall of Famer Sue Stimac-Verduin March 5, 20222022-07-0130 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest MLB and World Champion Billy NorthStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest  MLB and World Champion Billy North2022-07-0130 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest 2x Olympic Gold Medalist and Former WNBA All-Star Ruthie BoltonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest 2x Olympic Gold Medalist and Former WNBA All-Star Ruthie Bolton - February 19, 20222022-07-0130 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Reuben MayesStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Fromer NFL and Washington State University player Reuben Mayes2022-06-3030 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest George RavelingStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest George Raveling - February 5th 20222022-06-3030 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Lenny Wilkens Pt. 1Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson - Special Guest Lenny Wilkens Pt. 1 - January 27, 20222022-06-3032 min
The Seattle Sports Union PodcastFormer NBA All-Star James Donaldson joins the SSU gangFormer Seattle Supersonic, WSU Cougar, and Seattle Mayoral candidate James Donaldson joins the Seattle Sports Union gang for an interview. Abraham DeWeese hosts and Richard "the Ram" Michelson co-hosts this special episode as we catchup with James and learn a lot about mental health and how it impacts and can devastate. Music credit: Fast NastiesPhoto Credit: zkrainynba.com2022-06-231h 03
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson with Coach Lenny Wilkens Pt. 2James Interviews Coach Lenny Wilkens Pt. 22022-06-1931 min
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 105 "War Room Round Table": NBA All-Star James Donaldson Creating a Path to Eradicate Mental Illness and SuicideIn this episode, Phillip Lanos and Jason Miller are joined by NBA All-Star James Donaldson, Founder of Your Gift of Life Foundation. James shares his emotional story of dealing with mental illness and suicide while juggling business and life. Now his focus is on helping people overcome the struggles of mental illness and suicide. You will also uncover how to overcome a business struggle that may help save your business.Tune in to learn more!ConnectStrategic Advisor Board: www.linkedin.com/company/strategic-advisor-boardJason...2022-06-1639 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and NBA Hall of Famer and 8x NBA World Champion Tom "Satch" SandersJames interviews NBA Hall of Famer and 8x NBA World Champion Tom "Satch" Sanders2022-06-1230 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA Coach Don Casey Pt. 2James interviews Former NBA Coach Don Casey Pt. 22022-06-1030 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA Player Sam "Big Smooth" PerkinsJames interviews Former NBA Player Sam "Big Smooth" Perkins2022-06-1031 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson with NBA Hall of Famer Jack SikmaJames interviews NBA Hall of Famer Jack Sikma2022-06-0830 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA and Hall of Famer Earl "The Pearl" MonroeJames interviews Earl "The Pearl" Monroe2022-06-0830 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA 3x World Champion Bill CartwrightJames interviews 3x NBA World Champion Bill Cartwright2022-06-0830 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA Player Craig EhloJames interviews former NBA player Craig Ehlo2022-06-0730 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and History of Sports Host Peter ReaJames interviews Peter Rea about history of sports2022-06-0730 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Washington State Senator John LovickJames interviews Washington State Senator John Lovick and his involvement in making Pickleball the official state sport in the state of Washington2022-06-0729 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former Washington University Basketball Coach Mark EdwardsJames interviews Former Washington University Basketball Coach Mark Edwards2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and 3x NBA Hall of Famer Coach Lenny WilkensJames interviews 3x NBA Hall of Famer Coach Lenny Wilkens2022-06-0632 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former Collegiate Basketball Coach George RavelingJames interviews Former Collegiate Basketball Coach George Raveling2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NFL player Reuben MayesJames interviews Former NFL player and Washington State University All American Reuben Mayes2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and 2X Olympic Gold Medalist Ruthie BoltonJames interviews 2x Olympic Gold Medalist and WNBA player Ruthie Bolton2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former MLB Player Billy NorthJames interviews former major league baseball player Billy North2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Basketball All American Sue Stimac - VerduinJames interviews former basketball All American Sue Stimac - Verduin2022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Former NBA Coach Don Casey Pt. 1James interviews Former NBA Coach Don Casey Pt. 12022-06-0630 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Mike "Gasman" Gastineau James interviews long time Seattle Sports radio host, Mike "Gasman" Gastineau2022-06-0530 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson with Pete BabcockJames interviews Former NBA General Manager and Executive Pete Babcock2022-06-0531 min
Standing Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James DonaldsonStanding Above the Crowd Podcast with Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson and Eldridge RecasnerJames interviews Former NBA player and Pac 12 Color Commentary Eldridge Recasner2022-06-0531 min
Rounding Third the Baseball Podcast#37 - Josh Donaldson comments, Trevor Story has arrived, Adley Rutschman debutLots of great stuff today:- Sunday Standings (1:29)- Josh Donaldson comments to Tim Anderson (15:30)- Trevor Story's recent run (21:52)- Giants fans throw baseballs and beer bottles at Profar (25:16)- Adley Rutschman debut! (29:01)- Roy Halladay's son grinds for his Dad's MLB the Show unique card (32:41)- Starling Marte's special home run (35:00)- Albert his #682 and #683 and Yadi pitches (36:28)- James is mad at Dodgers fans for their treatment of Max Muncy (39:55)- Spicey and Dicey (45:03)...2022-05-2459 minHeard TellBaby Formula Shortage, Elon Musk Cultural Avatar, China's Hong Kong Abuses, guest James CzerniawskiYour Heard Tell for Thursday, 12 May, 2022 is turning down the noise and getting the information we need regarding the baby formula shortage, what caused, why it's coming to a head now, and the role of familiar themes like supply chain, government regulation, and company policies played to get us to the present crisis. We go to Hong Kong, where China is cracking down further on dissent, including arresting the 90 year old former archbishop as a "threat to the state" we will cover the latest in the stripping of human rights from the once proud city of Hong Kong. Guest James...2022-05-1348 min
Heard TellGood Talks: Elon Musk As Cultural Avatar, Twitter Buyout, Big Tech & more w/James CzerniawskiOn this Heard Tell Good Talks, our guest James Czerniawski of Young Voices returns to the program to talk Twitter, Elon Musk, and Big Tech that has been a constant in the headlines. James helps us turn down the noise on how Elon Musk has become a cultural avatar where the right is convinced he will champion free speech and save social media and the left is demanding his acquisition of Twitter be stopped or it will be the fall of the Republic, we cut through the caterwauling to get to the answers. Plus, James breaks down the regulator, business...2022-05-1226 min
The Pack Heavy Podcast72. James Donaldson - CEO at BC Food & Beverage talks common industry challenges, upcoming events, sales and leadershipIn the same vein as last week's episode with Debra Hellbach, James Donaldson brings nearly 30 years of industry knowledge and experience to the helm of the BC Food & Beverage Association. We discuss a lot throughout the conversation including some common challenges that are being faced throughout the industry, upcoming member events, and some great insight into sales and leadership.Â
Once again, a great episode for any food processor looking to hear some insights from another of our most well regarded and experienced food industry representatives.
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Exploring Washington StateJames Donaldson: From Basketball to Community Advocate. A Lifetime Journey.James Donaldson is our guest for this episode.James was drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979 after a 4 year career at Washington State University. James played 20 years in professional Basketball.After retiring James has been a successful business owner, tireless volunteer, and much more. During our conversation James shares stories from his time in the NBA, and from his in volunteer work across Washington State.After a major health setback James dealt with significant depression and had thoughts of suicide. He was able to recover by building a team around him to help pro...2022-02-231h 01
Graduate TheoryWarwick Donaldson | On Asymmetric Risks and The Power Of AskingWarwick Donaldson is a serial entrepreneur, problem-solver and country man.Newsletter https://www.graduatetheory.com/18-warwick-donaldson/Learn MoreYoutube - https://youtu.be/W0CNqR6tmF0Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5OLCw3djo6NtYpTsVvKvSQApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/graduate-theory/id1590633475Connect with Warwickhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/warwickdonaldson/2022-02-2146 min
Hold the Line with Mike SolanNBA Legend, James DonaldsonMike interviews NBA legend and former Seattle Supersonic, James Donaldson. Â Mike and James discuss the "defunding the police" movement, mental illness and its impact on the rampant homeless problem in Seattle. Â
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Talkingbooksandstuff's podcastEpisode 116 - James DonaldsonJames Donaldson, independent author and disabled veteran, is realizing his lifelong dream of writing speculative fiction. James’ writing philosophy revolves around “...eldritch styled adventure stories I’d enjoy reading.” ​James crafts his books (novels, novellas and novelettes) in a continuing series referred to as "The Corsair Adventures". The series follows a single protagonist, Nash (Code Name: The Corsair), through his different mysterious, exciting and sometimes supernatural adventures. James Donaldson is a former police officer and decorated combat veteran. He currently lives in Utah with his family where he continues to write.2021-07-3020 min
The Shark EffectJames Donaldson | Standing above the crowdThe 7-foot-2-inch James Donaldson is best known for his years with the Seattle SuperSonics. He also was a star player in his younger days for Washington State University and played 11 seasons for other National Basketball Association teams.He started a successful physical therapy business in 1989 but then hit hard times in 2015 after open-heart surgery. His mother died, his wife left him, his business failed, his savings evaporated and he even considered suicide.But then came the suicide of WSU football star Tyler Hilinski, which shocked him and convinced him to get back on his...2021-07-1451 min
The Bill Cartwright ShowThe Bill Cartwright Show EP47 | James DonaldsonIn this episode of The Bill Cartwright Show, Bill sits down with former NBA player and Sacramento Native James Donaldson. James discusses picking up basketball relatively late in his high school career, not playing his first official basketball game until his senior year. He was given a chance at Washington State and progressed rapidly, leading him to get drafted by the Seattle Supersonics in the 1979 draft. Bill and James touch on James' decision to defer the NBA and start playing in professionally in Italy, before returning for his stint in the NBA. After his playing career, James started up...2021-07-0745 min
Amazing GreatsNBA star James Donaldson: from the brink of suicideOur Amazing Greats host, Joe Micheals, really gets to the emotional heart of NBA star James Donaldson.   At 7’2 James played two decades in professional basketball, including the NBA's San Diego and Los Angeles Clippers, NY Knicks, Utah Jazz. Dallas Mavericks and the Seattle Super Sonics.Prepare to be moved by James’ authentic story of depression and his being on the brink of suicide. Hear how God walks with him down his path of depression and how James came through it, committed to helping others deal with dark times. Plus he'll share his vision for Seattle as a mayor ca...2021-07-0154 min
The Bible Speaks to You: Think, Pray, Love like Jesus083 – Sue Donaldson and Biblical Hospitality083-What is the Biblical model for hospitality?How do you feel when someone invites you to their home? Maybe it's a party or an intimate dinner with just a few people. Or maybe it's just a one-on-one conversation where you really get to know someone and they get to know you.Or maybe you're the one inviting someone else.Either way, there's a wonderful feeling of including others and being included that makes us feel loved and appreciated.This week I talk with Sue Donaldson, author and...2021-05-1158 min
The Straight Outta Prison PodcastDonaldson Correctional FacilityJames is facing his fears and giving Donaldson another shot after realizing the Administration would keep him locked down indefinitely. After 6 months in Lockup he is still terrified about the realities of life inside the Alabama Department of Corrections, but he knows the only way out is through…Tune in for more. Subscribe for extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/straighouttaprisonpodcastWe are telling the Team Jones Story chronologically… the good, the bad, and all the juicy details. (Apple & Spotify Podcasts) Stay tuned and follow us on our Website (teamjones.co/podcast/), Facebook, & Instagram! L...2021-03-231h 05
Chino Y ChicanoEp 14 James Donaldson, Seattle Mayor CandidateSend us a textOn this episode of Chino Y Chino, we talk with former NBA player and Seattle Supersonic James Donaldson about why he is running for Seattle mayor. Running for office is not new to Donaldson who ran for Seattle mayor in 2009. He says he is running this time to revive the city's downtown core that has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic and homelessness. We find out his plans on handling those issues and policing in Seattle. Read: https://southseattleemerald.org/voices/2025/07/22/masked-men-are-detaining-people-when-will-washingtons-leaders-protect-us Read: https://nieman.h...2021-03-2136 min