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Off The Leash Podcast
by Off The Leash Media
99% of young people aren't living right. As college students and young professionals we're taught to chase what looks valuable to everyone else: attending the best university, landing the best internships, and accumulating "status." After living in a society obsessed with external validation, we've decided to change the narrative. Through conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and people just like us, we're creating a community for young people to look past the shallow lifestyle and understand what it actually means to live a fulfilling life. Reframe the way you think. Make better decisions. Live healthier. Laugh a little while doing it.
Episodes
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Caden Pierce: I Sat Out a Year of Basketball... For an Ivy League Degree
Caden Pierce made the decision of a lifetime this year. Today's guest is Caden Pierce, a former Princeton basketball player & Purdue commit. Caden was Ivy League Player of the Year during the 2023-24 season. Before his senior year, Caden made an announcement that he was sitting out the season to...
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The Truth About Playing Football at Yale & Chasing the NFL Dream From the Ivy League
In this episode, we sit down with Yale linebacker Inumidun Ayo-Durojaiye as he prepares for the NFL Draft and shares what it’s really like navigating football at the Ivy League level. From balancing one of the most demanding academic environments in the world to competing at a high level on the...
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OTL at Night Hour 2: Ejiro Can't Stop Smacking Teeth & Rolling Eyes, Mase, E & Kelv Play 21 Questions
Mason "Mase" Shipp, Kelvin "Kelv" Smith, and Ejiro "E" Egodogbare break down E's unhealthy eye rolling habit. Mase & Kelv give their feedback and E teaches them how to add the useful tool to their toolkit. The trio finish the night with 21 Questions. Subscribe to OTL at Night so you never miss...
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OTL at Night Hour 1: Mase Says He's Like That in Hoops, Kelv & E Call Mase the "Master Massager"
Mason Shipp, Kelvin Smith, and Ejiro Egodogbare react to the Ivy League Hoopers making noise in the basketball world. Ejiro doesn't like Harvard. Mase says he's like that on the court and would beat the whole Yale Football Team. Kelv & E discuss Mason's "upper hand" in the training room, earning...
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OTL at Night #6: How Did We Get Here
NEW EPISODE of OTL at Night! Kelvin gives Mason and Ejiro random hypotheticals that turn into a way too deep conversation about the purpose of life, risk-aversion, and pursuing your dreams. It ain't deep until it is... Thank you for listening!
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The Hard Truth About Why You're Unhappy
Today’s guest is John Hollway, a Professor at Penn Carey Law School and a Positive Psychology Expert. When we are in college or early into our 20s, many of us struggle with our identity. We’ve spent our entire lives “LinkedIn chasing,” trying to accumulate the best titles, jobs, and accolades. At...
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OTL at Night #5: The Truth About Secret Societies at Yale
What really happens inside Yale's secret societies? In this episode of OTL at Night, Mason, Ejiro, and Kelvin break down the truth about Yale secret societies, including the tap process, the "scramble," the infamous Skull and Bones, and more. If you've ever wondered: What is a secret society? How...
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OTL at Night #4
OTL at Night is BACK! Ejiro, Mason, and Kelvin sit down to catch-up on what they've been up to over the past week. As always, this does not go to plan. Instead, they discuss Ivy League basketball, Kelvin being in Skull and Bones, who would win in a boxing match between Mason and Kelvin, and how…
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Nico Brown: From Zero Career Yards to #1 WR in College Football
The most unbelievable season in college football you’ve never heard of... Before this year, Nico Brown was a name almost nobody in the sport knew. Then, in his senior season at Yale, he became the highest graded wide receiver in the country according to PFF, went for 1,085 yards, earned...
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Scott Denning: We HAVE to Stop Burning Carbon (Here's How)
Could the world actually run on clean energy? Or is that just a nice idea? In this episode of the Off the Leash Podcast, we sit down with atmospheric scientist Scott Denning (visiting professor at Yale) to break down what carbon is really doing to our planet, and what's truly standing in the way…
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OTL at Night #3: Life at Houston
Is College Football in 2026 "The American Dream?" Ejiro breaks down his first day as a Houston Cougar and tells us about his life at his new college. We hope you enjoy today's episode. Follow for more!
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OTL at Night #2 - Ejiro
This episode in one word? Ejiro Mason and Kelvin are joined tonight by Ejiro Egodogbare. Ejiro recently committed to the University of Houston to play football after graduating from Yale. The three of them discuss... Their new chapters after recently graduating in December Their SAT scores & high...
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OTL at Night Episode #1: New Beginnings
Episode 1 of our new series, "OTL at Night" OTL at Night is dedicated to random conversations between OTL co-hosts Mason and Kelvin. They discuss pertinent topics and bring on special guests for lively discussions. Tonight, they discuss the new chapter they are each beginning after graduating…
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Richard Kent - NIL, Scholarships, and Collectives in the Ivy League
Richard Kent is a sports lawyer, NIL professor, and college basketball writer. Richard is a Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of Rutgers College. He attended Boston College Law School. After law school, Richard was a matrimonial litigator before transitioning to a career dedicated to…
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Josh Fine: Award-Winning Journalist Reveals Truth About Global Sports Corruption
How corrupt are global sports — and how did Qatar host the World Cup? Today, I sit down with Josh Fine, an award-winning investigative journalist whose work spans CBS News’ 60 Minutes and HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel. We dive into Josh’s report on Qatar’s rise in world sports, including:...
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Garon Kemp: I Hated Yale ... Until Everything Changed
Yale football player Garon Kemp opens up about his freshman-year struggles, losing his love for football, and how finding faith changed his perspective on life, football, and success. Garon is a football player at Yale University and co-founder of Lucky Son Co. He is interested in nutrition and...
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Senior Year at Yale, The Phone Call Barrier, & How to Improve Confidence
What’s life at Yale really like from the perspective of two fifth-year seniors? And what the heck is the phone call barrier — or even worse... the FaceTime barrier? In today's episode, Mason & Kelvin discuss what it's like to be back at Yale for their final semester. They reflect on last…
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Carrie Moore: Harvard WBB Coach on Building a Winning Culture, Relationships, and the Rise of Ivy League Basketball
In today's episode, we sit down with Harvard WBB Coach Carrie Moore for a discussion about Ivy League Hoops, her transition from star player to coach, building a winning culture, and the value of creating good relationships. If you enjoy today's episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss...
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Season Ending Injury, Showers, & Dude Wipes
In today's episode, Mason & Kelvin sit down to discuss Mason's recent injury. They discuss the sudden nature of injuries, and how quickly they change your perspective and outlook on life. Their conversation transitions into post-injury showers and all of the other inconveniences an injury may...
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Justin Kan: Why Selling Twitch for 970M Didn't Make Me Happy
Justin Kan, co-founder of Twitch, opens up about the journey of building and selling Twitch to Amazon for nearly $1B, and why money didn’t bring him happiness. In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, Justin shares: Early days at Yale & selling first company on eBay The explosive growth of…
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Mason Tipton: The Yale Grad Who Ran a 4.31
In today’s episode, we sit down with Mason Tipton — Yale graduate & New Orleans Saints wide receiver. From growing up in Akron to chasing NFL dreams, Mason shares the family influences, recruitment battles, and mindset that fueled his rise. He opens up about his extra year at Yale, intense draft...
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Jack Ohman: The Freshman Dominating College Baseball
In today’s episode, we sit down with Yale Baseball’s freshman phenom, Jack Ohman — the nation’s ERA leader and one of the most dominant pitchers in college baseball. Jack takes us through his recruiting journey, from being an under-the-radar late bloomer to landing at Yale. He shares how growing…
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5 Lessons That Yale Taught Me Pt 2
In this episode of Off The Leash Podcast, co-host Kelvin Smith dives into the 5 lessons he learned during his time at Yale University. He shares insight into what taught him these lessons, and how the school has changed him for the better. 1. Know Your Worth 2. Networking / Relationship Building…
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The 5 Lessons That Yale Taught Me
In today's episode, co-host Mason Shipp reflects on the 5 biggest lessons Yale University taught him over the last 4 years. Yale is a transformative place for many, and Mason spends time recounting some of these moments that transformed him as a person. 1. Never Eat Alone 2. You Can Only Do 2...
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Sophia Mitri Schloss: Why I Left Hollywood to Pursue Yale Degree
In Episode 9 of Off The Leash Podcast, we sit down with actress and Ivy Leaguer Sophia Mitri Schloss. Sophia is a recent graduate of Yale University and actress who starred in Sadie (2018 film), Lane 1974 (2017 Film) and Disney+ Series Big Shot where she played the role as John Stamos's daughter....
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Jackson Hawes: Bills TE on His Path from Yale to the NFL Draft
In Episode 8 of Off The Leash Podcast, we sit down with Bills TE Jackson Hawes to discuss his journey from Yale to Georgia Tech, the challenges of transitioning between college football levels, and the rigorous pre-draft process. Jackson shares insights on training, team culture, and the…
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Rob Gregg: How to Start a Consumer Business & Turn Your Dream Into Reality
In this episode of Off the Leash Podcast, Co-Host Mason Shipp interviews Rob Gregg, Founder and CEO of Stand Plus. Rob shares his journey from a young entrepreneur with a passion for problem-solving to building a successful consumer business focused on creating comfortable footwear for those who...
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Foye Oluokun: Jaguars Superstar LB on His Path to the NFL and Beating Expectations
No player has recorded more tackles in the NFL since 2021 than Foye Oluokun. He signed a $45 million deal with the Jaguars. And before all of that? He was a student-athlete at Yale, born and raised in St. Louis, grinding with a chip on his shoulder and something to prove. In this episode of Off…
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Abu Kamara: All-American Yale DB on Beating the Odds, His Philly Upbringing, and Making His Mark at Yale
Abu Kamara’s journey to Yale was anything but typical. Growing up in Philadelphia, playing at his local high school, the odds of making it to Division 1 football — let alone Ivy League football — were slim. But despite the challenges, Abu carved out a path for himself, ultimately setting a legacy...
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Christina Bourmpou: Two-Time Olympian & World-Class Rower on the Olympics, Life in Greece, Yale, and Staying Committed to the Process
If you asked Christina Bourmpou about setting a world record at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she’d probably shrug her shoulders and tell you it's no big deal. The truth? Christina's humility, hunger for greater success, and dedication to getting better every day have turned her into a world-class…
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Annie Nguyen: Shaking Up Yale’s Music Scene, Journey from Fall Break Inspiration to Spring Fling Headliner
"It's a privilege to think about your mental health." This lesson is something Annie Nguyen, a senior at Yale University, took with her from her upbringing in Stockton, California, and a powerful takeaway from our recording of Episode 3 of the Off The Leash Podcast. Annie Nguyen—also known as...
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John Poulakidas: Yale Basketball Phenom & NBA Draft Prospect on Mindset, Faith & March Madness
College basketball fans remember him as the 2024 NCAA Tournament folk hero who ended Auburn’s title hopes before they began. Yale knows him as an authentic, humble, and hardworking student—who also happens to be elite at hoops. John Poulakidas brings it all to Episode 2 of Off The Leash. John...
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David Pantelis: Ivy League Football Standout Shares His Playbook for Success
In Episode One of Off The Leash, David Pantelis joins the show. A former Yale Football standout at wide receiver and current Stanford Football commit as a graduate transfer, David recaps his time at Yale University, discussing his unique mindset on the field as well as his approach to staying up…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
99% of young people aren't living right. As college students and young professionals we're taught to chase what looks valuable to everyone else: attending the best university, landing the best internships, and accumulating "status." After living in a society obsessed with external validation, we've decided to change the narrative.
Through conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and people just like us, we're creating a community for young people to look past the shallow lifestyle and understand what it actually means to live a fulfilling life.
Reframe the way you think. Make better decisions. Live healthier. Laugh a little while doing it.
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Off The Leash Media
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