On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with Jabari Davis, former University of Tennessee running back (2001–2004) and the man fans still call The J-Train, Big Juice, and The Gator Killer. While his highlight reels and touchdowns against Florida made him a Tennessee legend, what inspires me most is the work he’s doing now to make an impact far beyond the gridiron.

Jabari opens up about the highs of playing in Neyland Stadium, the lows of dealing with injury and depression, and the faith and family that helped him find purpose again. We talk about his transition from football to launching the Legends of Tennessee nonprofit, where he’s empowering the next generation through sports, mentorship, education, and youth mental health programs

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• How to bounce back when life doesn’t go according to plan.
• Why your legacy isn’t defined by stats, but by the lives you touch.
• The importance of gratitude, community, and mentorship in building a meaningful life.
• How sports can teach lessons far greater than the game itself.

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About Jabari

Jabari Davis is a former University of Tennessee football star who played for the Volunteers from 2001-2004. Beyond his impressive athletic achievements, Jabari is a passionate community advocate and dedicated role model for youth empowerment. As the founder of Legends of Tennessee, he’s committed to making a lasting impact by providing young people with opportunities to grow through programs like The Huddle, Reading Champions, and football camps that teach essential life skills discipline, mental toughness, sportsmanship, and leadership.

Jabari’s deep love for coaching kids and his community drives his mission to foster positive change and inspire the next generation to reach their full potential. He believes that investing in youth today creates stronger, more resilient communities tomorrow.

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If you’ve ever faced setbacks, questioned your identity, or wondered how to use your platform to impact others, Jabari’s story will encourage you. This is about more than football—it’s about faith, resilience, and making someone else’s soul smile.

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On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with Elliot Johnson—former Major League Baseball player, father, and leader—to talk about what it really means to live with gratitude and earn the life you want.

Elliot shares powerful stories from growing up in a family of six siblings where competition was the norm, his journey to the big leagues, and the lessons he now passes on to his kids and the next generation. We dive deep into the mindset of radical accountability, the importance of letting your children struggle well, and why choosing gratitude—even when life is tough—can change everything.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance faith, family, and the drive to win, or how to encourage your kids without forcing your own dreams on them, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

This is a raw, honest, and practical talk about what it looks like to show up in your life, earn it, and stay grateful through it all.

• Elliot’s upbringing in a small Arizona town with five siblings and a family culture of competition.
• Lessons from his father, a die-hard Cubs fan, and how those values shaped Elliot’s career.
• Why gratitude is a choice—and how it’s shaped Elliot’s worldview.
• The mindset of “radical accountability” and learning to embrace failure.
• Parenting lessons: letting kids “struggle well,” pursuing their own passions, and encouraging effort over outcomes.
• How lessons from baseball apply to life, marriage, and fatherhood.
• The power of surrounding yourself with winners and people who hold you to higher standards.

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About Elliot

Elliot is a current husband to Nicole and father of three to Blake, Hazel and Skylar. Currently a Global Sports and Entertainment Director with Morgan Stanley specializing in helping former, current and aspiring MLB players. Elliot played 14 seasons professionally including parts of 5 in Major League Baseball with the Rays, Royals, Braves and Indians organizations.

Elliot is passionate about helping those who desire optimizing their unique God-given gifts in life.

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This week on The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with my friend Eric Chiofalo — a husband, dad to three little girls, and sports radio host at 105.3 The Fan in Dallas.

If you’ve followed my journey, you know how much the Dallas Cowboys have always meant to me because of my dad. So having Eric on — someone I’ve admired from a distance — was really special. But this conversation went far deeper than sports.

Eric opened up about what’s been a heavy season for him following the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk — someone he admired as a man of faith, a husband, and a father. We talked about the raw emotions of grief, the anger that’s bubbled up watching people celebrate tragedy, and what it looks like to keep our hearts aligned with God in the middle of heartbreak.

We dove into:

• Wrestling with anger and choosing grace instead
• How studying the Bible has reshaped Eric’s perspective on forgiveness
• Building a daily rhythm of prayer, scripture, and honest conversations with God
• Balancing public influence with private integrity — especially when the mic goes off
• Learning to die to self as a husband and father, and bouncing back when we fall short

This wasn’t just a conversation about faith — it was about being human. About being men who are trying to raise families, steward our platforms well, and not lose sight of who we are in the process.

Eric’s honesty and humility reminded me that even in the public eye, we’re all just people trying to do our best, mess up less, and love well. My prayer is that this episode encourages you to keep going, to stay rooted, and to trust that God can use even the darkest moments to awaken something powerful in us.

If this episode stirs something in you, share it with a friend who might need it. And as always, thank you for listening to The One Big Thing Podcast.

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About Eric

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Kiltz, the founder and director of CNY Fertility, to talk about faith, mindset, and medicine. Dr. Kiltz’s story is incredible—he went from a tough childhood in Los Angeles, even spending time in a gang, to becoming one of the leading fertility specialists in the country.

What stood out to me in our conversation is how he sees hardship not as something to avoid, but as the very thing that shapes us into who we’re meant to be. He shares openly about the role of faith in God, the power of mindset, and how he weaves spirituality, nutrition, and lifestyle into his practice.

This conversation left me both inspired and challenged. If you’ve ever faced setbacks, wrestled with questions about faith, or wondered how to keep moving forward when life feels hard, I think Dr. Kiltz’s story and wisdom will encourage you. For anyone walking through infertility, his insights will also bring fresh hope and perspective.

Show Highlights:

• Why he believes hardship is essential for growth—and how to reframe your challenges as blessings.
• How nutrition and lifestyle changes, including his adoption of the carnivore diet, have transformed his life and practice.
• The unique way CNY Fertility integrates medicine, spirituality, and holistic practices to support families.
• Powerful stories of hope from couples who found healing and success against the odds.
• The reminder that your story isn’t over—even when life takes unexpected turns like job loss, setbacks, or infertility struggles.

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Dr. Kiltz is the Founder and Owner of CNY Fertility, one of the largest and most innovative fertility practices in the country. Dr. Kiltz is a Diplomat of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Fellowship trained and Board Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He spent more than two decades helping families grow by developing cutting-edge approaches to fertility grounded in Western medicine and supported by practices of holistic medicine.

To treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Kiltz revolutionized the Fertility industry by providing full-service healing arts centers where patients receive massage, acupuncture, and yoga instruction. This patient-centered approach extends to Dr. Kiltz’s commitment to expanding access to fertility treatments by pricing most fertility treatments at only 1/3 the cost of the national average. Dr. Kiltz routinely shares his thoughts on diet, wellness, spirituality, and fertility in his blog and via bi-weekly Facebook and YouTube Lives.

A thought leader in the keto carnivore movement, Dr. Kiltz believes that an animal-based diet

dramatically improves mental clarity, fertility, and health, empowering people to live their best

lives. In addition to his own media channels, Dr. Kiltz appears regularly on numerous popular

blogs and social media outlets and has shared his views as a speaker at TEDx.

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Join me for an insightful conversation with actress, producer, and writer Nakia Burrise, best known for her role as the Yellow Ranger on Power Rangers. Beyond the world of entertainment, Nakia shares her core values and how her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ guides her decisions, from choosing roles to navigating the unpredictable landscape of Hollywood.

Nakia opens up about:

• Putting God first, family second, and career third: Understanding Nakia's priorities and how they influence her choices.
• Trusting God's path, even when it doesn't make sense: Learn how Nakia relies on faith and acknowledges Him in all ways.
• The realities of Hollywood: Nakia dispels common misconceptions about fame and fortune in the entertainment industry, sharing personal stories of financial hardship and the importance of having a backup plan.
• Finding purpose beyond the screen: Discover how Nakia's passion for education led her to become a substitute teacher and start a non-profit organization, "A Day in the Life," to expose underprivileged children to diverse career opportunities.
• Standing firm in her convictions: Nakia discusses the challenges of staying true to her beliefs in an industry that often pressures individuals to compromise their values.
• A recent journey in filmmaking: Nakia shares a story on her own production "Back to Bridgewood," where relying on faith, not on her own experience, helped her make the right decisions.

Nakia's story is a reminder to trust in God's plan, even when it surpasses our own understanding.

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About Nakia

Nakia was raised in Stockton, California, where her passion for the performing arts began early. While in high school, she auditioned for UCLA's prestigious theater department and was the only African American female freshman accepted out of 50 applicants that year. She landed her first major role as Tanya Sloan, the Yellow Power Ranger, on the hit kids’ TV show "Power Rangers Zeo," appearing in 75 episodes and a feature film. Over her 25+ year career, she has starred in numerous commercials, print ads, movies and television series.

In 2015, she created, co-wrote, and produced 2 seasons of the single camera comedy, Life After Saving the World which was loosely based on her life. This series won the Empire Award in the New York Screenplay Contest and placed in the LAIFFA television and film festival.

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This episode is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it ends. I sat down with my friend Morgan Vance, Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, and we talked about something that so many of us face but often feel alone in: what happens after you hit rock bottom?

Morgan opens up about walking through a painful divorce, the loneliness that followed, and the moment she found herself on her knees in her parents’ backyard, realizing she couldn’t do it on her own. But that wasn’t the end of her story — it was the beginning of a new one.

She shares how therapy, faith, and a simple bag of chips (yes, really) helped her rediscover joy and reclaim her identity. Her “one big thing”? That there’s always a reason to praise — even in the middle of the mess.

If you’re in a hard season right now — whether it’s divorce, depression, anxiety, or just feeling stuck — I want you to know you’re not alone. Morgan’s story is a reminder that healing is possible, joy is real, and sometimes the smallest moments can be the most powerful.

We also talk about the incredible work she’s doing through the Pat Summitt Foundation to support families impacted by Alzheimer’s, and how you can get connected if that’s part of your journey too.

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About Morgan

Morgan is a proud wife and mother of five. She serves as the Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, charged with protecting the life and legacy of legendary women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt while advancing the organization’s mission in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

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In this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the privilege of sitting down with former MLB pitcher and current high school coach Justin Masterson. You might know him from his days on the mound with the Red Sox, but what really struck me in our conversation was his heart for people and his deep insights on emotional maturity.

We talked about what it means to grow—not just as a leader or athlete, but as a human being. Justin shared how his definition of maturity has evolved into the ability to handle emotions well, especially in the face of hardship. Whether he's coaching teenagers, navigating marriage, or serving in his community, he’s learned that staying relational and grounded is key.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The emotional weight athletes carry behind the scenes
• How to lead with empathy and humility in high-pressure environments
• Practical tools like the “CAKE” acronym and quieting techniques to regulate emotions
• Why identity and belonging are essential for real transformation
• Honest stories of failure, forgiveness, and fatherhood

I even share a personal story about a moment I blew it as a dad—and what it taught me about grace, humility, and the power of saying “I’m sorry.”

If you’re someone who wants to grow in emotional intelligence, lead with more compassion, or just be a better version of yourself, this episode is for you. We’re not aiming for perfection—just progress.

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About Justin Masterson

Justin Masterson is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who spent eight seasons in the big leagues with the Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Guardians (formerly Indians), and St. Louis Cardinals. Known for his resilience and leadership on the mound, he made history as the youngest Red Sox pitcher since Babe Ruth to win a playoff game and was selected as an All-Star in 2013. His career highlights include pitching an immaculate inning and recording four strikeouts in a single inning.

After retiring from professional baseball in 2017 to prioritize family, Justin transitioned into a life of service and mentorship. He now coaches varsity baseball at Fishers High School in Indiana, where he also helps develop athletes’ mental skills through programs like “Awaken the Tiger” and “Eye of the Tiger.” He’s a substitute teacher, motivational speaker, and host of The Justin Masterson Show podcast.

Justin and his wife founded the Fortress Foundation in 2013 to support individuals in need, and they continue to work with organizations like PHARE Warrior and Wayfinders. Above all, Justin is passionate about helping others grow in emotional maturity—defined as the ability to stay relational and grounded in the face of life’s biggest challenges.

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On this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the honor of sitting down with General Stanley McChrystal. You may know him as one of the most respected military leaders of our time, but in our conversation, we focused less on medals and missions and more on the thing that truly defines a life: character.

We talked about what it means to be a father, a grandfather, and a human being trying to live out your values in a complicated world. Stan shares how character isn't something we inherit—it's something we choose. And we don't just choose it once—we choose it daily, especially in the hard moments when no one else is watching.

We also got into:

• Why your example matters more than your achievements
• How to hold fast to who you are—even when the world feels loud, divided, and chaotic
• What Stan learned from leading soldiers in war and grandkids in peacetime
• How his book On Character: Choices That Define a Life came to be (and why it might help you rethink your own convictions)

Whether you're a parent, a leader, or someone simply trying to do the next right thing, I think this episode will meet you right where you are. This conversation reminded me that we all have a say in the kind of person we become—and that it’s never too late to start making better choices.

🧠 Your one big thing today? Character isn’t what you say—it’s who you are when no one’s looking. And you own that.

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About Stanley McChrystal

Co-Founder of McChrystal Group

Former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan Former Leader of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC)

Author of My Share of the Task: A Memoir, Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, Leaders: Myth and Reality, Risk: A User’s Guide, and Character: Choices that Define a Life.

A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world.

Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and commander of the nation’s premier counter-terrorism force— General McChrystal delivers his unique blend of on-theground experience with decades of leadership to provide practical insight and wisdom to help organizations transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments.

General McChrystal now leads the McChrystal Group as its founder and CEO, which helps organizations of all types transform how their people, processes, and technology work together to unlock greater speed and adaptability. As the author of several best-selling books, General McChrystal latest examines the character of leaders and what makes someone who they are and, importantly, how they will be remembered.

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