We Gonna Make It -----Carbon Pressure
July 23, 2015
Hosted by Nick Ferguson
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Episode Description
High pressure and high temperatures from deep within the earth's core, is what it takes to turn carbon into diamonds. The ability to overcome the trials and tribulations on the road to becoming a household name in the world of sports doesn't come easy. Trying to remain atop of your game year in year out can prove to be an arduous task, even for the most seasoned veterans. With more young upstarts looking to capitalize on their moment, maintaining a competitive edge has become the battle cry in the field of sports. There can be so much at stake making it vital for athletes to navigate the minefield of sports nutrition, and separate fact from fiction. Sports dietitian for the Houston Astros and Rice University, Roberta Anding, tells us if there's any truth behind athletes tales of innocence when it comes to not knowing what they ingested. Plus, you'll hear from a former NBA star on why its not as easy as it sounds to overcome the pitfalls of inner city life, once you make big.
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Our show will cater to both avid fans and newbies by providing insightful storytelling based on personal experiences, game break downs and what really happens when the bright lights and crowds are all gone. Today’s fans are searching for expert commentary that’s objective, entertaining, witty, truthful and real. In today’s world, you won’t be able to please everyone, but honesty continues to be an undeniable attribute we can all agree upon. The ability to drive water cooler debates, leave audiences hanging on your every word and using insight to generate outside conversations, is what I plan to accomplish. The show will have guests from all walks of life giving their opinions and expertise on breaking news and top headlines. This is sure to be a show that you will want to tune in to see what happens next.
Nick Ferguson
Growing up in the inner city of Miami has presented me with many obstacles to overcome. No matter how bleak things might have looked or what odds might have been stacked against me, I never stop fighting for what I want. I went from a college walk-on at Morris Brown College to a scholarship student-athlete at Georgia Tech. It was imperative for me to display my athletic abilities on a larger platform. This mindset has pushed me to chase my dream over 3 continents by way of the CFL, NFL Europe and finally the NFL. I took that same approach to my education when I gave up a $50,000 work-out bonus to return to Georgia Tech and earn my undergraduate degree in Business. I was presented with an award from the NFL because of my scholastic achievements. As an undrafted player in the NFL I’ve seen my fair share of highs and lows in my 10 year career. The knowledge gained on and off the field has led to my continued work as a Sports Analyst. I can recreate the passion I had on the field as an analyst to help undrafted players find success in the NFL. Maintaining the proper attitude with perseverance has allowed me to continue my pursuit for perfection as I embark on what is sure to be a great 2nd career.
I continue to use my celebrity to bring awareness to outside causes and community organizations. This allows me to mentor future leaders of tomorrow, aspiring athletes and help troubled youth. Nothing is better than knowing that you’ve had a major impact on someone else’s life.
