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Can You Hear Us Now: Inclusivity in the MediaAfrican American Women in College sportsIn the media, African American female collegiate athletes are underrepresented among their peers. This episode will examine the perspective and role of black women in college sports and sports administration, as well as their trials and triumphs. Our panel includes Dr. Deborah Stroman, Marlynn R. Jones, and Abbey Forbes. Their expertise in the industry provides insight into the shortcomings of Title IX for black athletes, their thoughts on the Rachel Richardson case, and their advice to young athletes hoping to pursue a career in athletics.
2023-03-0721 min
View from the Big Chair!31 | "7 Relationships " from TheCareerSkillsArchitectThis episode of the podcast View from the Big Chair, examining the cost to be the boss is gonna look at the seven relationships that you must manage if you are gonna be a senior-level administrator within sports administration. The reason that so many former student-athletes succeed in the sports administration industry is because of the teamwork skill sets that they developed while competing there._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production-----------------
2022-10-2130 minView from the Big Chair!30| Athletics is not a selfish sport w/ HarryToday in the Big Chair We have Harry III. Join us as we discuss how Olympics inspired Sports; the Lincoln University’s Rich History; stepping up when someone leaves; Volunteering outside of just your sport; why Getting better is a professional development; Athletics is a peoples business; and What do we provide as a service vs the people we provide the service too._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production-----------------
2022-09-1645 minView from the Big Chair!29 | Sports for Positivity w/ Jessica CampellToday in the Big Chair We have Jessica Campbell Join us as we discuss building a Marketing agency from the podcast; What is SEO; Creating an APP for NIL deals; Sports Women to Watch Award; Leveraging Podcasting to spend time on research and the industry and how to get up and go do it !_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production-----------------
2022-09-0923 minView from the Big Chair!28 | “When the cheering stops” w/Dereck WhittenburgToday in the Big Chair Dere... We have. Derek Whittenburg! Join us as we discuss Being a graduate assistant humbling experience; how Being a champ prepares you to attack a career; The hardest thing is controlling outside forces; What is a Scout?; how you get into more than one hall of fame; and What do you do when the cheering stops?_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production-----------------Dereck Whittenburg, a member...
2022-09-0243 minView from the Big Chair!27 | "Selling Ice to an Eskimo" w/ Edgar GanttToday in the Big Chair... We have Edgar Gantt! Join us as we discuss his tenure as Project Operations Manager for ESPN; How everything you do won't be paid; why NCAA holds first-class events; Volunteering; Investing a lot of TIME in your development; and How to sell ice to an Eskimo!_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------Edgar Gantt, is entering his third year as the Project Operations Manager for ESPN...
2022-08-1938 minView from the Big Chair!26 | "Serving the Youth" w/ L'Quincy PryorToday in the Big Chair... We have L'Quincy Pryor! Join us as we discuss his transitions from student-athlete to leading students; What it means to be Head of School; What YouthServe is; the real motivation is college graduation; His life is more than football; start-up capital for businesses; why his students will leave as licensed real estate agents; how parents and students are owners of the school; a job vs career; and How do you measure success?_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
2022-08-1254 minView from the Big Chair!25 | "Read the Room Twice" w/ Kathryn StatzToday in the Big Chair... We have Kathryn Statz! Join us as we discuss how she got her start in sports; being a Fighter in the conference Student athlete advocate; her role in NCAA enforcement; what is a Title 9 Coordinator; how is it being the Director of the Office of Gender Equity; and why she says "Read the room and then read it again". _______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------Kathryn...
2022-07-2243 minView from the Big Chair!24 | Stay Engaged w/ Ericka HillToday in the Big Chair... We have Ericka Hill! Listen as we discuss taking an unpaid position to prove yourself; building Community Programs and Pro athlete Foundations; and A Day in the Life as Director of Player Engagement for the Hawks._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------
2022-07-1534 minView from the Big Chair!23 | "Follow the Money" w/ Alfred WhiteToday in the Big Chair... We have Alfred White! Listen as we discuss being a Marketing professional; how to Pivot after an injury; Starting NCAA Corporate partner program; his role in the NBA starting Development League; what it is like working in a Conference office and What is Operations? _______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------The Southern Conference established the Alfred White Trailblazer Recognition, an initiative developed to honor Black student-athletes...
2022-07-0837 minView from the Big Chair!22 | One Hundred Percent w/ LaQuita FrederickToday in the Big Chair... We have LaQuita Frederick ! Listen as we discuss the difference between Pro and Collegiate Sports; the role of game operations; how to achieve a 100 % Conversion Rate; the changing landscape in the new Esports field; and what is the Frederick Firm! _______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------Before her pivot to academia, Dr. Frederick was an award-winning sports marketing and events management professional who held roles in...
2022-07-0158 minView from the Big Chair!21 | I Get Paid to Listen! w/ Samuel CrenshawToday in the Big Chair... We have Samuel Crenshaw! Listen as we discuss being an Emmy winner; going from a small city, To the Master's! His times in Broadcast history with WSB tv Covering sports. The Importance of giving Female athletes a voice and a seat at the table and how volunteering leads to Paid Opportunities!_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------Sam Crenshaw is a broadcast veteran with over 30 years...
2022-06-2458 minView from the Big Chair!20 | "Doing a Lot with a Little" w/ Patty MedinaToday in the Big Chair... We have Patty Medina! Listen as we discuss how she stays In touch with her roots; Breaks barriers as a Minority woman; gets her First coaching job at 30; The negativity is balancing out with the positive and normalizes Mental Health for players._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------Prior to Harford, Medina served as Assistant Athletic Director at Our Lady in Mount Carmel in Essex. At M...
2022-06-1740 minView from the Big Chair!19 | Hard Work and Talent w/ Joe BriggsToday in the Big Chair... We have Joe Briggs! Listen as we discuss why you should give more respect than expected; Why make the pivot to a lawyer?; How to multitask; Excellent work product beats presentation; Being intentional with your downtime._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production---------------------After working in corporate America for a few years, Mr. Briggs transitioned into education as the Special Assistant to the President of Florida A...
2022-06-1038 minView from the Big Chair!18 | Serving Students w/ Becca HubbardToday in the Big Chair... We have Becca Hubbard! Listen as we discuss being prepared, sending tons of rèsumes, and serving students.Becca Hubbard currently serves as the Director of Retention & Student Success at Louisiana State University. She has over fourteen years of experience on LSU’s campus working on student success. In this role, Becca oversees initiatives that support students’ transition and success at LSU, specifically Bengal Bound Orientation, Welcome Week, and Retention Outreach, and serves as LSU’s Athletics Certification Officer. With a burning heart to serve students, the students she has served have experie...
2022-06-0338 minView from the Big Chair!17 | Always Faithful w/ Terrance JonesToday in the Big Chair... We have Terrance Jones! Listen as we discuss his time in the Marine Corps and how it shaped his path; his progression to becoming a Certified Medical Assistant; and how all of his opportunities in aid Coach Prime's vision for the shift in HBCU football. _______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production__________________Terrance Jones currently serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for External Operations and Stadium Management, at Ja...
2022-05-2749 minView from the Big Chair!16 | Kickin it w/Jessica O'NeilToday in the Big Chair... We have Jessica O'Neil! Listen as we discuss how she got an opportunity as a ticket manager that aided in her career; Supporting the top until you get there; and how personal development let her be the President of the Soccer team!_______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production__________________ Houston Dynamo club would be named the Houston Dash and would share similar colors to the Dynamo: orange, black...
2022-05-2031 minView from the Big Chair!15 | Strong People Don't Need Leaders w/ Adam HutchinsonToday in the Big Chair... We have Adam Hutchinson! Listen as we discuss: Why he is into coaching?; having a Can-do vs Will Do attitude; Writing it as you go to make things easier; being Disciplined and Organized ______________________________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production____________________________Adam Hutchinson took the helm of Earlham Athletics on July 1, 2021, as the Quakers' new director of athletics.Hutchinson joined Earlham Athletics from Kean University, an NCAA Divi...
2022-05-1326 minView from the Big Chair!14 | "100 Wins" w/ Sean T. FrazierToday in the Big Chair... We have Sean T. Frazier! Listen as Mr. Frazier discusses Why mentorship goes a long way; Why you should travel for opportunities; How he got a D1 opportunity through Ice Hockey; His 90% Student-Athlete Graduation Rate; The Creation of The Husky Fan Advisory board; How to sustain a lasting relationship in this industry and be honest; and Gaining a collective of 100 wins since 2012! Enjoy!! ______________________________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production
2022-05-061h 01View from the Big Chair!13 | Teaching Isn't a Lost Art w/Dr. W. Timothy Orr“Teaching is not a lost art, but the regard for it is a lost tradition.” ― Jacques BarzunDr. W. Timothy Orr (Tim) is an Assistant Professor/ Coordinator of Sport Administration Graduate Program at Hampton University. Prior to working at Hampton University, he served as the Coordinator of the Sport Management Program at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU). During his stint at ECSU he also served as the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Assistant Head Football Coach. He holds a BS in Industrial Technology from East Carolina University (1988), MSS in Sport Management from the United States S...
2022-04-2943 minView from the Big Chair!12 | Community in College w/ Dr. Darryl PopeToday, we speak with Darryl Pope . He was appointed the Director of Athletics at Baltimore City Community College inJanuary of 2019. He is a veteran collegiate athletic administrator with more than 25 years ofexperience who has worked at every level of the NCAA and NJCAA._______________Thanks for listening! Follow our host on Marlynn Jones, TheCareerSkillsArchitect on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This is a JustEldredge Media Production
2022-04-2259 minView from the Big Chair!11 | Expanding Your Mind w/ Kenneth WardToday we speak to…Kenneth Ward is currently the Executive Director of College Bound, Inc. in Washington, D.C. As a Fulbright Memorial scholar in Japan and a seasoned D.C. educator and administrator for 15years, he has been instrumental in creating academic and personal enrichment programs for students, such as the Young Ambassadors program. Since its inception in 2000, this male-mentoring program has allowed him to take participants on life-changing international trips annually where they explore their historical and cultural roots; visiting schools, universities, local villages, and slave castles. This initiative gave birth to the College Bound In...
2022-04-1547 minView from the Big Chair!10 | Nothing Beats Experience w/ Tony O’NealTony O’Neal was named the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at Claflin University on July 1, 2020. O’Neal was selected for the Claflin position after a national search.O’Neal has served at the senior administrative level of college athletics for more than two decades, including stints at Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Savannah State University in Savannah, Ga. He spent 17 years in the athletics department at Bethune-Cookman University. For the past five years, he served as the senior associate athletic director of facilities and strategic initiatives. During his time in Daytona Beach, O’Neal serv...
2022-04-0851 min
View from the Big Chair!09 | Following the Rules w/ Merlene Aitken - Smith, JDIn this episode, we speak with Merlene Aitken - Smith. At Grambling State, she will lead the athletics compliance program and supervise the academic services program, which facilitates and supports academic advising and tutorial services for student-athletes. Aitken-Smith will partner with and serve as the primary liaison for the Title IX, Financial Aid, and Registrar's Offices to ensure compliance and proper certification of student-athlete eligibility consistent with NCAA and SWAC rules and regulations. She will report directly to Grambling State President Rick Gallot and have an indirect reporting line to Ponton.Additionally, Aitken-Smith will serve as the sports adminis...
2022-04-0124 minView from the Big Chair!08 | Dignity of Simplicity w/ Derrick ArnoldIn this episode, we speak with Derrick Arnold. Derrick is the Coordinator of Student Engagement and Director of Athletics at Johnston Community College as well as serves as an advisor for the N4CSGA. Derrick holds a BS degree from Salisbury University in Maryland and a MA degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. Derrick is a former college football coach. He has coached every level of NCAA football and most recently was a member of the 2006 National Championship coaching staff. This team and staff were most recently inducted into the North Carolina Central University Hall of Fam...
2022-03-2553 min
View from the Big Chair!07 | Fundamental College Sports w/ Dr. Angel MasonIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Angel Mason is the Director of Athletics, Berry University (NCAA Division III), Rome, GA. Mason boasts 14 years of experience as a coach, administrator, and Division III advocate. A native of Evanston, Ill., she joined Berry from Pomona College where she served as the Senior Associate Athletic Director and SWA for Pomona-Pitzer Athletics, assisting the Sagehen’s athletics director in all day-to-day operations for the Department of Physical Education and Athletics. She assisted in the oversight of 21 varsity sports, compliance, internal operations, department budget and serves as the Deputy Title IX coo...
2022-03-1844 min
View from the Big Chair!06 | Head of the Class w/ Dr. Kevin WilsonIn this episode, we speak with, Kevin Wilson who took over the position of Vice President of Advancement, Athletics, and Campus Recreation in July of 2021. Wilson's responsibilities include fundraising for the university, directing the department of athletics, and overseeing the campus recreation center, the Linc.A proven veteran in both the realms of college athletics and university development, Wilson has experience working at a plethora of different programs, ranging from Historically Black Colleges & Universities to the highest level of NCAA Division I. Wilson's resume boasts success as both a fundraiser and as an athletic administrator, and his v...
2022-03-1147 min
View from the Big Chair!05 | Master of the Game : The Inspiring Chronicles of Sports Business Game ChangersOn this episode, we speak with Dr. Jason Pappas and Vratik Sharma again but this time as authors for the book... Master of the Game: The Inspiring Chronicles of Sports Business Game Changers This project chronicles the life experiences of sports executives from diverse backgrounds who made an impact in the sports industry. These unique experiences reveal the motivation, ingenuity, and determination vital to their success in the highly competitive industry Contact Our Guest - Dr. Jason Pappas, Professor Sport Management, Florida State University \\ jpappas@fsu.edu Vratik Sharma, Senior Account Manager, Nielsen Sports...
2022-03-0442 minView from the Big Chair!04 | Change the Game w/ Vratik SharmaIn this episode, we speak with Vratik Sharma is a sports sponsorship consultant and acclaimed author. He is also the founder of the sports business school of excellence where he leads strategic initiatives in the sports education and professional development space. Vratik currently works for Nielsen Sports, the premier provider of analytics and insights within the sports industry, offering the most reliable source of independent and holistic market data in the sector and the most complete view of consumer trends and habits worldwide. In the ever-changing sports sponsorship landscape, Vratik has worked with a diverse portfolio of brand...
2022-02-2549 min
View from the Big Chair!03 | Accessibility is a Benefit w/ Dr. Jason PappasIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Jason Pappas is an associate Teaching Professor of Sport Management at Florida State University. As well as an alumnus of Florida State, University of South Carolina, and University of Southern California.As the Sport Management Internship Program Director, Dr. Pappas provides guidance to students as they gain practical hands-on experience while working in the sport industry. He encourages and supports students as they explore careers in sport while coordinating volunteer and networking opportunities with individuals and organizations across the globe. To further share his passions, Dr. Pappas co-authored "Masters of...
2022-02-1847 minView from the Big Chair!02 | Bring Value With You w/ Dr. China JudeIn this episode, we speak with Dr. China Jude, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Denver Broncos.Dr. China Jude had a role created within the Denver Broncos organization. She works closely with football, business, and community leadership on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy. Along with representing the team as an external ambassador on social justice initiatives, Dr. Jude will guide the team's internal DEI committee as it hosts regular organization-wide programming. She also focuses on recruitment, hiring processes, the overall workplace environment, and external outreach."China has been recognized nationally...
2022-02-1135 min
View from the Big Chair!01 | How to Level Up w/ Dr. Ingrid Wicker McCreeIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Ingrid Wicker McCree, Director of Athletics, North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC. Dr. McCree's journey started as a student-athlete to now an Athletic Director for a D1 program. And as you'll hear, the road was not easy, sometimes not even paved at all but Dr. McCree was able to persevere and she will teach you how to as well.Ingrid Wicker McCree, Ed.D. has made a significant impact academically and athletically at North Carolina Central University since her leadership appointment as Director of Athletics on May 1, 2008. Bringing c...
2022-02-0441 minView from the Big Chair!00 | 🎉 Welcome to View from the Big Chair: Examining the Costs to be the Bo$$!🎉 Welcome to View from the Big Chair: Examining the Costs to be the Bo$$! In this episode, Marlynn Jones breaks down What this podcast is about... Who this podcast is for... & WHY this podcast is so very much needed! You'll also hear from the host about her journey, her passion for the industry, and the foundation of her strength.📌Are you a sports management student trying to decide the area of the industry that best fits you?📌Are you a young sports administration professional trying to understand why your peers seem to be advancing...
2022-02-0206 min
Eligibility CoachEligibilityC- How to qualify for NAIA Athletic ScholarshipsWe are pleased bring to you Eligibility Coach Show! Our live weekly talk show on blogtalk radio! Join host Marlynn Jones aka Eligibility Coach on Tuesday nights at 7:30 pm Eastern Time. The show will be a platform to continue educating parents on the recruiting, eligibility and certification rules for NCAA and NAIA athletic scholarships Guests will include college coaches and administrators, as well as parents who have successfully completed the certification process who will share valuable information and tips on how to make the athletic scholarship process easier for you
2013-06-0933 minEligibility CoachTransferring from an 4 Year to Another 4 YearWe are pleased bring to you Eligibility Coach Show! Our live weekly talk show on blogtalk radio! Join host Marlynn Jones aka Eligibility Coach on Tuesday nights at 7:30 pm Eastern Time. The show will be a platform to continue educating parents on the recruiting, eligibility and certification rules for NCAA and NAIA athletic scholarships Guests will include college coaches and administrators, as well as parents who have successfully completed the certification process who will share valuable information and tips on how to make the athletic scholarship process easier
2013-06-0659 min
BookGoodies PodcastsMarlynn R. Jones Author InterviewAuthor Marlynn R. Jones joins BookGoodies host Deborah Carney to discuss her book, the research and publishing, plus how it takes a “village” to make a book happen. Marlynn garners the support of friends, colleagues and community to assist her in her goal to make Athletic Scholarships easier for parents to understand, so their children […]
2012-12-2040 min