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This episode of Life After Sports hits different! Greg Vaughn and James Harris discusses former NFL beast Rod Coleman, and they go all in on his wild ride from the gritty streets of North Philly to the bright lights of the NFL. Rod doesn’t hold back, keeping it 100 about what it was like growing up in the thick of it—dodging the streets, grinding every day, and how football gave him a way out. Greg and James get personal too, chopping it up about their own struggles and how the game, straight-up hard work, and having real ones in your corner helped them make it.

Rod’s got that Philly hustle, and you’ll hear our hosts talk about him playing street ball and getting scrappy just to survive. The show breaks down how the streets taught him lessons, but it was school and ball that showed him the way forward. We even hear how one of his homies from the pen gave him the game to keep his head straight—go to school, stay clean, and get yours.

The convo takes a real turn when Greg and James touch on how the struggles they faced growing up made them stronger, and how their time in college and the league was shaped by diversity and mental toughness. Greg drops a gem when he shares how he stepped aside for a younger player, showing that being a real teammate and leader sometimes means making the sacrifice for the squad.

This episode is all about overcoming the odds, breaking the chains of the past, and building your dream. If you wanna hear raw stories of grit, heart, and what it takes to level up, you gotta tune in. This is one for the books!

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0:00 – Intro: Reflecting on Rod Coleman’s Philly Roots
1:00 – Growing Up Hustling: Philly Streets and Survival
3:30 – The Influence of Early Mentors: Learning from the Streets
6:05 – Balancing School, Work, and Dreams
7:45 – Sports: From Street Ball to Football
9:20 – Navigating College: Diversity, Struggles, and Finding a Path
14:30 – NFL Dreams: From Doubt to Determination
19:00 – Lessons from the NFL: Mentorship and Teamwork
24:50 – Sacrifices for the Team: Knowing When to Step Aside
31:00 – Breaking Chains: The Impact of Positive Mentorship
36:30 – Final Reflections: The Power of Resilience and Building Dreams

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Greg Vaughn and James Harris keep it real, diving straight into the controversial legacy of baseball’s biggest hustler, Pete Rose. The man played with heart, grit, and a passion that was unmatched on the field. Pete Rose—aka “Charlie Hustle”—did what few could, playing 97% of his games and becoming one of the greatest to ever touch the diamond. But despite all that, the Hall of Fame still won’t let him in. Greg and James get personal, talking about the politics and double standards that still keep Rose out while today’s leagues are making millions off the same gambling world that brought him down.

From their own pro sports backgrounds, they break down why the system isn’t right. The conversation shifts to how athletes—especially Black athletes—are often held to different standards and forced to play the media game. Pete didn’t do that, and now he’s paying the price. They reflect on what it means for legends like Dikembe Mutombo, another icon who gave everything to his people and his game, and why it’s so important to give flowers before someone passes. This episode isn’t just about sports—it’s about respect, legacy, and how society’s rules don’t always treat our athletes fairly. Shouldn’t players be the ones deciding who gets into the Hall of Fame?

Tap in and listen as Greg and James take you through the highs, lows, and real talk about life on and off the field. You don’t want to miss this one.

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0:00 - The Importance of Player Voting in Sports Awards
1:45 - Reflecting on Pete Rose's Legacy and Passing
4:00 - Pete Rose’s Influence on Baseball and Why He Deserves the Hall of Fame
6:45 - The Versatility of Pete Rose: A True Athlete's Mindset
9:15 - Society’s Shift: Why Athletes Avoid Tough Situations
12:10 - The Competitive Spirit: Lessons from Pete Rose's Career
18:00 - Pete Rose and the Gambling Controversy: What's Fair in Sports?
30:05 - Final Thoughts on Pete Rose’s Hall of Fame Status and Baseball's Future

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Greg Vaughn and James Harris give a heartfelt shoutout to one of baseball’s realest—Pete Rose, aka "Charlie Hustle." Rose wasn’t just a player, he was the game. From tearing it up on the field in Cincinnati to racking up 18 All-Star nods, Rose set the bar for what it means to leave it all on the diamond. But here's the catch: why is this legend still kept out of the Hall of Fame?

Greg and James dive into Pete's insane 97% game participation rate, how he flexed on five different positions, and that unrelenting competitive fire that makes him a generation-defining athlete. And they don’t shy away from the controversy either. With today’s sports world getting cozy with gambling, they question why baseball’s all-time hit king is still sidelined.

This session is packed with laughs, real talk, and some tough questions on fairness in sports. Buckle up, because Greg and James are not holding back on why Pete Rose deserves his flowers—right now.

Tune in, share your thoughts, and celebrate the legend who gave everything to the game.

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0:00 Reflecting on Pete Rose’s Passing
1:00 Pete Rose’s Career Legacy
2:05 Unmatched Hustle & Versatility
3:15 Greg's Last Conversation with Pete Rose
4:25 Why Pete Rose Isn't in the Hall of Fame
5:30 Baseball’s Double Standards
6:35 Pete Rose’s Competitive Spirit
7:40 Final Thoughts & Rest in Peace