Host Brian Hartong interviews Johari Matthews, Executive Director of the Titans Foundation, about the team’s One Community platform and its work across Tennessee — including TC2 workforce training, affordable housing partnerships, the First and Goal small-business fund, and education and literacy programs.

The episode highlights player involvement, fundraising efforts, the new stadium’s dedicated community room (“the Huddle”), and measurable impact like millions in community grants and job placements for program graduates.

Former OSU star Maurice Clarett joins the podcast to recount his meteoric rise as a freshman running back, the iconic championship moment, and the personal struggles that followed. He discusses addiction, incarceration, and the role of therapy and reading in his recovery.

Clarett explains how the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary helped spark speaking work and led him to build the Red Zone and community housing programs that serve children, seniors, and returning citizens. He also describes reconnecting with Ohio State, his work on mental health, and his mission to give people hope and practical support.

Brian Hartong talks with Brandon Parker, Director of Media and Community Relations for the NFLPA, about how the union supports players’ charitable work. They discuss the Community MVP program, player camp grants, partnerships with organizations like GoFundMe and Sport for Impact, virtual outreach during COVID, and support for former players through the Professional Athletes Foundation.

The episode explains the nomination and award process, funding sources, and how the NFLPA connects players with resources to build lasting community impact both during and after their careers.