In this powerful episode of The Second Half Podcast, host Jabari Saunders interviews Antoine Walker, former NBA star, three-time All-Star, and 2006 NBA Champion. Walker opens up about his roots in Chicago’s legendary basketball culture, his time at University of Kentucky under Coach Rick Pitino, and his leap into the NBA. He shares personal stories about playing alongside Michael Jordan, navigating the pressures of fame and success, and the hard-earned lessons that came with managing wealth as a young pro. Antoine discusses the highs of winning with the Miami Heat and the lows of financial loss—ultimately finding purpose in helping athletes avoid the same pitfalls through financial literacy education and mentorship. This episode is a masterclass on resilience, reinvention, and the real game that starts after the final whistle.
In this episode of The Second Half Podcast, host Jabari Saunders sits down with John W. Rogers Jr., founder, chairman, co-CEO, and chief investment officer of Ariel Investments—the largest minority-owned mutual fund firm in the U.S. Rogers shares his journey from captaining Princeton University's basketball team to establishing Ariel Investments in 1983. He discusses his passion for patient, value investing, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and his commitment to financial literacy and community development. This conversation offers valuable insights into leadership, perseverance, and the importance of giving back.
In this episode of The Second Half Podcast, host Jabari Saunders interviews Jason G. Wright, former NFL player and current managing partner at Ariel Investments. Jason shares his journey from growing up with a strong family influence, to navigating the NFL draft, and later moving into the business world. He discusses his transition from football to business school, his role at McKinsey, and his leadership in the NFL. Now, he is focused on driving support for women's sports through Project Level. This conversation explores mentorship, resilience, leadership, and the mindset needed for success beyond the game.
Jabari Saunders, Host of The Second Half, sits down with Former Athletes, Business Leaders, Community Activists, and many more as they tell their stories and provide insight and guidance on how the shifted their passion, discovered new careers, and found success after sports.
