Athlete Alchemy

Athlete Alchemy
Podcast Description
Hosted by Walt Pegues Jr., Athlete Alchemy explores the journeys of athletes transforming their potential into lifelong excellence. Through real conversations with former athletes, industry pros, and thought leaders, we unpack the challenges, lessons, and wins that come after the game. Our mission is to empower athletes, former athletes, and aspiring sport professionals by focusing on community, exploration, and wellness.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as personal transformation, athlete identity, and the challenges faced after sports careers, with episodes exploring topics like the transition to sports media, the importance of community in athletics, and mental wellness in high-performance environments. For example, one episode features Kris Rhim discussing his journey from college athlete to an NFL and ESPN journalist, highlighting identity and purpose.

Hosted by Walt Pegues Jr., Athlete Alchemy explores the journeys of athletes transforming their potential into lifelong excellence. Through real conversations with former athletes, industry pros, and thought leaders, we unpack the challenges, lessons, and wins that come after the game. Our mission is to empower athletes, former athletes, and aspiring sport professionals by focusing on community, exploration, and wellness.
Kyle Jordan is a former college football player who began his journey as a walk-on at Howard University.
Despite only playing one year of high school football in Philly, Kyle’s determination earned him a spot on the team at Howard. Eventually, he transferred back home to Temple University to focus on his academics and personal growth.
Back in Philly, Kyle discovered a passion for science, filmmaking, and storytelling. He now uses his creativity to uplift his community and spread positivity. Kyle has written a coming-of-age sci-fi novel, a children’s book, and a comic book. He’s also written, directed, and starred in both live-action and animated short films.
This is Athlete Alchemy, where we empower athletes to turn their potential into lifelong excellence.
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