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Off The Leash Podcast5 Lessons That Yale Taught Me Pt 2In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, co-host Kelvin Smith dives into the 5 lessons he learned during his time at Yale University. He shares insight into what taught him these lessons, and how the school has changed him for the better.
1. Know Your Worth
2. Networking / Relationship Building
3. Critical Thinking
4. Your Friends Have to be as Driven as you are.
5. You Gotta Be Weird
We hope today's episode gives those who recently graduated or are graduating soon a chance to reflect at their own time at their...2025-06-0723 minOff The Leash PodcastThe 5 Lessons That Yale Taught MeIn today's episode, co-host Mason Shipp reflects on the 5 biggest lessons Yale University taught him over the last 4 years. Yale is a transformative place for many, and Mason spends time recounting some of these moments that transformed him as a person.
1. Never Eat Alone
2. You Can Only Do 2 Things At A High Level
3. Reach Out For Help
4. Don't Be Afraid To Be Different
5. Look Up
We hope today's episode gives those who recently graduated or are graduating soon a chance to reflect at their own time at...2025-05-3018 minOff The Leash PodcastFrom Disney Star to the Ivy League – Sophia Mitri Schloss Is NEXT UP in HollywoodIn Episode 9 of Off The Leash Podcast, we sit down with actress and Ivy Leaguer Sophia Mitri Schloss. Sophia is a recent graduate of Yale University and actress who starred in Sadie (2018 film), Lane 1974 (2017 Film) and Disney+ Series Big Shot where she played the role as John Stamos's daughter.
Sophia discusses how she fell in love with acting despite growing up not watching television. We then transition to talking about some of her most notable work and what life is like in Hollywood. Sophia breaks down the competitive process of being chosen for a show and the...2025-05-2439 minOff The Leash PodcastBills TE Jackson Hawes on His Path from Yale to the NFL DraftIn Episode 8 of Off The Leash Podcast, we sit down with Bills TE Jackson Hawes to discuss his journey from Yale to Georgia Tech, the challenges of transitioning between college football levels, and the rigorous pre-draft process. Jackson shares insights on training, team culture, and the importance of preparation for the NFL. He also offers advice for young athletes navigating the new landscape of college sports, including NIL and the transfer portal.
If you enjoyed this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, be sure to like and subscribe. Check us out here: https://linktr.ee/offtheleashpod to...2025-05-0229 minOff The Leash PodcastHow to Start a Consumer Business 101 | Founder and CEO of Stand+ Rob GreggIn this episode of Off the Leash Podcast, Co-Host Mason Shipp interviews Rob Gregg, Founder and CEO of Stand Plus. Rob shares his journey from a young entrepreneur with a passion for problem-solving to building a successful consumer business focused on creating comfortable footwear for those who stand for long hours.
We then transition into tips and tricks on how to start a consumer business. Rob breaks down the importance of education, mentorship, and real-world experience, as well as the challenges and lessons learned in starting a business. Rob emphasizes the significance of understanding market needs, building...2025-04-1936 minOff The Leash PodcastJaguars LB Foye Oluokun on His Path to the NFL and Beating ExpectationsNo player has recorded more tackles in the NFL since 2021 than Foye Oluokun. He signed a $45 million deal with the Jaguars. And before all of that? He was a student-athlete at Yale, born and raised in St. Louis, grinding with a chip on his shoulder and something to prove.
In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, Foye Oluokun breaks down how he made the leap from the Ivy League to NFL stardom — and the mindset that helped him rise from a 6th-round pick to one of the most respected linebackers in the league. We talk discipline, do...2025-04-1247 minOff The Leash PodcastThe Best Swimmer in the Ivy League: All-American Noah Millard on Records, Routines, and Racing at the Highest LevelAll-American. Ivy League Champion. Record Breaker.
Noah Millard has been dominating the pool at Yale — and balancing it all while attending one of the world’s most prestigious universities.
In this episode, we sit down with Noah to talk through his journey: what it took to become the Ivy League’s top swimmer, how he prepared for elite competition, and the mindset that helped him thrive both in and out of the water. From grueling training schedules to academic pressure, Noah shares the real behind-the-scenes of being a student-athlete at the highest level.
If you...2025-04-0521 minOff The Leash PodcastAll-American Yale DB Abu Kamara on Beating the Odds, His Philly Upbringing, and Making His Mark at YaleAbu Kamara’s journey to Yale was anything but typical. Growing up in Philadelphia, playing at his local high school, the odds of making it to Division 1 football — let alone Ivy League football — were slim. But despite the challenges, Abu carved out a path for himself, ultimately setting a legacy at Yale. After a tough freshman year, he used it as fuel to power a breakout sophomore season.
Following his standout 2024 campaign, Abu earned 1st Team All-Ivy honors, was named an All-American, and became a finalist for the prestigious Buck Buchanan Award, given to the top defensive player...2025-03-2741 minOff The Leash PodcastTwo-Time Olympian & World-Class Rower Christina Bourmpou on the Olympics, Life in Greece, Yale, and Staying Committed to the Process
If you asked Christina Bourmpou about setting a world record at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she’d probably shrug her shoulders and tell you it's no big deal. The truth? Christina's humility, hunger for greater success, and dedication to getting better every day have turned her into a world-class rower who has won countless medals, broken numerous records, and enjoyed immense glory on the global stage for the Greek nation.
Christina is a student-athlete at Yale University (a member of the Yale Women's Crew Team) and a rower for the Greek National Team. She has had a decorated ro...2025-03-1846 minOff The Leash PodcastShaking Up Yale’s Music Scene: Annie Nguyen a.k.a. Vna's Journey from Fall Break Inspiration to Spring Fling Headliner"It's a privilege to think about your mental health." This lesson is something Annie Nguyen, a senior at Yale University, took with her from her upbringing in Stockton, California, and a powerful takeaway from our recording of Episode 3 of the Off The Leash Podcast.
Annie Nguyen—also known as Vna—is a DJ and cultural curator studying Economics at Yale University. Annie's spark of inspiration to begin DJ'ing quickly turned into a passion, which in a short few months led to her earning the best gig a DJ can earn at Yale - A spot in the Spri...2025-02-2647 minOff The Leash PodcastYale Basketball Phenom & NBA Draft Prospect John Poulakidas on Mindset, Faith & March MadnessCollege basketball fans remember him as the 2024 NCAA Tournament folk hero who ended Auburn’s title hopes before they began. Yale knows him as an authentic, humble, and hardworking student—who also happens to be elite at hoops. John Poulakidas brings it all to Episode 2 of Off The Leash.
John Poulakidas, a senior guard from Naperville, Illinois, is closing out an unforgettable career at Yale. During his junior season, he earned 2nd Team All-Ivy honors and set a school record for three-pointers in a single season (83). He then delivered one of the biggest shots of his career in t...2025-01-2951 minOff The Leash PodcastYale Football Standout David Pantelis Shares His Playbook for SuccessIn Episode One of Off The Leash, David Pantelis joins the show. A former Yale Football standout at wide receiver and current Stanford Football commit as a graduate transfer, David recaps his time at Yale University, discussing his unique mindset on the field as well as his approach to staying up to speed in the classroom.
During his time at Yale, David excelled on the field. Dave totaled 127 career receptions, 1,778 yards, and 17 career touchdowns, and capped it off with a stellar 2024 season that led to him being selected for both the First-Team All-Ivy League Team and the 2024 A...2025-01-1326 min