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The Michael Balko Show
by Michael Balko
The Michael Balko Show, an inspiration-based podcast, is a podcast focused on interviewing high-level athletes and public figures and allowing them to share their stories in an effort to inspire the youth of our country. Balko, an Erie PA native, aims to not only put his city on the map-but to create some of the most unique content in the world. The Michael Balko Show is unique in it’s own right, and Balko urges you to give his show a listen.
Episodes
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Jordan Dangerfield: A Story of Beating the Odds (w/Jordan Dangerfield)
8-year NFL veteran Jordan Dangerfield joins the show and talks adversity after high school, what it was like playing at Towson University, and how he played eight years in the NFL! Today marks the three-year anniversary of The Michael Balko Show, thank you all for the continued support!
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Path to the Draft: Oklahoma St. WR Braydon Johnson (w/Braydon Johnson)
Oklahoma State wide receiver Braydon Johnson joins host Michael Balko in conversation about growing up in Arlington, Texas, what his college football journey has been like, how he tries to model his play style after guys like Stefon Diggs and Christian Kirk, and how he's excited for the next...
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From Poverty to Primetime: The Story of DJ Fluker (w/DJ Fluker)
DJ Fluker joins the show and talks about his difficult upbringing, what it was like playing under Nick Saban and winning three championships at Alabama, and how he's gearing up for an NFL Comeback! PLUS: Seattle Seahawks QB Geno Smith makes a brief appearance!
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Path to the Draft: 2023 NFL Draft Prospect Jaiden Woodbey (w/Jaiden Woodbey)
Former Florida Sate and Boston College defensive back/ linebacker Jaiden Woodbey joins the show and talks about being a 5 Star recruit in high school, how he prides himself on his strong work ethic in the classroom and on the field, and how he's gearing up for the 2023 NFL Draft and where he…
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The Story of Logan Paulsen & the State of the Washington Commanders (w/Logan Paulsen)
10-year NFL tight end Logan Paulsen joins the show and talks about his wild recruiting process out of high school as the #15 tight end in the country, what it was like playing with some of the best players in football throughout his decade in the league, and what the current state of the…
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The Story of Jalen McCleskey and how his Dad Helped him reach the NFL (w/Jalen McCleskey)
Pittsburgh Maulers (USFL) wide receiver Jalen McCleskey joins the show and talks about growing up in New Orleans and the impact Hurricane Katrina had on the city, what it was like being recruited to play college football at Oklahoma State, and how he's looking to have a huge year in the USFL…
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Shannon Brooks: His Story of Life's Most Difficult Trials & the Strength to Prevail (w/Shannon Brooks)
Shannon Brooks is a former running back for Minnesota who nearly took his life after suffering from severe depression. Brooks opened up about his story on the show, and aims to use his voice to impact the lives of others; by the grace of God. This story is very moving and impactful. I encourage…
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How a Positive Outlook on Life Helped Jonathan Williams find NFL Success (w/Jonathan Williams)
Washington Commanders running back Jonathan Williams joins the show and talks about being one of the best players in the SEC in 2014, what his NFL journey has taught him about living life to the fullest, and how he never let adversity write the script on his life. Jonathan lets his personality...
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How North East's Garrett Owens Stayed True to Himself on his way to the XFL (w/Garrett Owens)
Erie native and former North East running back Garrett Owens joins Michael Balko in-studio and talks about a variety of topics including his playing days at North East, his decision to play for Mercyhurst University out of high school and later transferring to Duquesne, what it was like getting a...
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How this NFL player went from 1 offer to being a fourth round NFL Draft selection! (w/Clay Harbor)
9-year NFL veteran tight end Clay Harbor sits down with Michael Balko and talks about his small school recruitment process out of high school, what it was like featuring on the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, and the two talk topics surrounding today's NFL! Clay gives incredible insight…
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FIRST ANNUAL NFL SEASON PREVIEW 2022! (w/Ben Thompson/Anthony Gulick)
Ben Thompson and Anthony Gulick join Michael Balko in studio and preview the upcoming NFL season! The guys talk Super Bowl predictions, zero to hero squads, and much much more while celebrating the 100th episode of The Michael Balko Show! Sponsored By: Donatos Pizza; www.donatos.com
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READING MEAN TWEETS, and then some (feat. Ben Thompson)
Ben Thompson, host of the Bump N' Run Podcast, joins Michael Balko as they discuss the best athletes in the history of Erie, Pennsylvania, they share their love for podcasting and their initial awe of the business, and they round out the episode reading some of Mike's mean tweets and Reddit...
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Jim McMahon: Revealing the Truth About His 15-Year NFL Career (w/Jim McMahon)
15-Year NFL quarterback Jim McMahon joins the show and talks about his eye injury at an early age that he carried with him his entire life, what the culture shock at BYU was like, and what his body really goes through following a 15-year NFL career. McMahon also opens up about his ugly departure...
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How Terrance Copper Spent a DECADE in the NFL (w/Terrance Copper)
Former ten-year NFL wide receiver Terrance Copper joins Michael Balko and talks about a wide range of topics including his recruiting process out of the only high school in his city, what it was like going undrafted and the chip that added to his shoulder, and what it was like playing for the New...
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The Voice of the Cleveland Cavaliers: How a Dream became a Reality (w/Sean Peebles)
Erie, Pennsylvania's very own Sean Peebles joins the show and talks about his start in the public announcing game, some of his favorite Erie Sports moments, and what it was like to get the call from the Cleveland Cavaliers to become the full time PA Announcer for the team; and all the experiences...
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JUCO Football: The Truth is Told (feat. Tyson Schilling)
JUCO Football: The Truth is Told is an exclusive audio only episode brought to you by Michael Balko and Tyson Schilling in a collaborative effort. Schilling is a current Junior College wide receiver for East Los Angeles, a TikTok influencer with nearly 200,000 followers at the time of this...
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WE'RE BACK: Jonathan Wilhite Shares his Knowledge of Playing Alongside ELITE Patriots Teammates (w/Jonathan Wilhite)
Former NFL cornerback Jonathan Wilhite joins the show and talks about his journey through JUCO football and how he recommends it, what it was like playing alongside some of the best players in New England Patriots' history, and he even gives us a STELLAR Bill Belichick impersonation! Tune In!...
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Jason LoCricchio: What he's been up to 'Lately' (feat. Jason LoCricchio)
The expansion of The Michael Balko Show has officially started as Mike sits down with Indy/Hip-Hop artist Jason LoCricchio. LoCricchio talks about a wide range of topics including his first band that he started up in middle school, his inspiration behind his hit song 'Lately', and what it's been...
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How One of Erie's Best Athletes Set the Table for Fellow Erie Athletes to Come! (w/Jerry Roberts)
Arizona linebacker Jerry Roberts joins Michael Balko and talks about a range of topics including the talent that is set to follow him in Erie, what the atmosphere of that 2017 Cathedral Prep State Champion Team was really like, and Jerry pays tribute to one of the best head coaches in Erie…
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TikTok Star Clifford Taylor IV SPILLS THE TEA about his Departure from the LA Rams! (w/Clifford Taylor IV)
Clifford Taylor IV, a social media influencer with more than 330,000 followers at the time of this recording, chops it up with Michael Balko for over an hour and talks about a wide variety of topics. Taylor IV opens up about his battles with overcoming depression-especially during his time in Los...
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A Career Reflection after an 11 Year MLB Career (w/Andrew Romine)
11 year MLB veteran Andrew Romine joins the show and talks about every significant stop of his baseball career, some epic moments that occurred throughout his professional baseball career, and when he knew he was ready to hang up the cleats. Contact Andrew: 741.474.4505 (office) [email protected]...
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2022 NFL Draft Interview: Western Kentucky WR Jerreth Sterns!
Western Kentucky wide receiver Jerreth Sterns joins the show and talks about his recruiting process in high school, what it was like shattering receiving records at two different colleges, and how he's preparing for his transition into the NFL. Sponsors: www.donatos.com www.primotailoring.com...
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How Pat McAfee and Hard Work Propelled this Kicker to the NFL! (w/Taylor Russolino)
NFL kicker Taylor Russolino joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about playing D3 college football with little high school experience, how Pat McAfee helped shine some light on him and helped him reach the NFL via a personal recommendation, and how he aims to not only get back to the NFL; but...
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The Inspiring Story of One of TikTok's Biggest Stars and JUCO Advocates! (w/Tyson Schilling)
East LA wide receiver Tyson Schilling joins the show and talks about his recruiting process out of high school, what it was like transferring Junior Colleges, and how he became a TikTok super star and one of the biggest advocates for JUCO football players in the world. Don't miss this Season 3...
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The Ultimate Second Chance Story: 2022 NFL Draft Interview w/Zahir Williams
Missouri Valley defensive back Zahir Williams joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about growing up in the Bronx, how football saved his life, and how he turned some intense adversity into an opportunity that has him knocking on the front door of the 2022 NFL Draft. Sponsors: www.donatos.com...
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This NFL Free Agent Used His Faith to Move Mountains in his Personal and Professional Career! (w/Jaylen Flye-Sadler)
NFL free agent offensive lineman Jaylen Flye-Sadler joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about a range of topics including his tough childhood that saw him sharing a two bedroom home with ten people, the adversity of being let go from Austin Peay University after a season in which he tore his...
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2021 World Series Preview with some of the Best Minds in Baseball! (w/Josh Lester and Matt Jenkins)
The 2021 MLB World Series is now upon us and joining me to preview one of the most interesting series' of all time is minor league baseball player Josh Lester and former Pittsburgh Pirates employee Matt Jenkins!
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This 2022 NFL Draft Prospect Used ONE Camp to Land Him an Offer of a Lifetime! (w/Jacobi Francis)
University of Memphis cornerback Jacobi Francis talks about his recruiting process as a two star recruit back in high school, what it was like landing his only offer following a showcase camp performance, and how he's developed into one of the nation's top defensive draft prospects! Sponsor:...
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This Former NFL Linebacker Gives the BEST Advice on how to Make it to the NFL and Stay There! (w/Dezman Moses)
Retired NFL linebacker Dezman Moses sits down with Michael Balko and talks about his journey to the NFL that included stops at Iowa and Tulane, what it was like playing with Aaron Rodgers, Tamba Hali, and Charles Woodson, and how he used a chip as coming into the NFL as an undrafted free agent to...
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This NCAA Star Doesn't Let His Size Stop Him from Being one of the BEST DB's in the Country! (w/Antonio Parks)
UTSA safety Antonio Parks joins the show and talks about his recruiting process out of high school, what it was like leaving Arizona to join UTSA, and how he aims to model his playstyle after Tyrann Mathieu. Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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Interviewing one of the NCAA's Best Safeties! (w/Bryce Cosby)
Ball State safety Bryce Cosby joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about his lack of recruitment in high school, how much his hometown of Louisville Kentucky means to him, and what it was like winning the MAC Championship in 2020 as well as being the Defensive MVP of the 2020 Arizona Bowl!...
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Looking at the NFL After the First Three Weeks! (w/Anthony Gulick)
Local podcaster and sports media personality Anthony Gulick joins the show and talks about some surprise teams in the NFL this season, fantasy football studs and duds, and who is the front runners to win some of the most prestigious NFL awards after the season! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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How this converted WR is trying to chase the NFL as a TE! (w/Kalias Robertson)
Alabama A&M alum Kalias Robertson joins the show and talks about growing up in Tuscaloosa Alabama, how he overcame a torn Achilles, and what he hopes to bring to an NFL roster. This podcast is sponsored by Donatos Pizza! Check them out at www.Donatos.com
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Detroit's #9 Prospect Talks his College World Series Experience and Overcoming Adversity! (w/Alex Faedo)
Detroit Tigers' #9 Prospect Alex Faedo joins the Michael Balko Show and reflects on his College World Series win that he was the MVP of, what it was like being drafted by the same team twice with a 39 ROUND difference in selections, and what it was like pitching with guys like Casey Mize, Tarik...
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A REAL Look at the JUCO Football Grind (w/Trevon Gauno)
Trevon Gauno joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about the adversity he's had to overcome throughout his career, how he had to overcome Jason Brown's coaching (from Last Chance U), and how he earned all the recognition he's receiving as one of the best blue collar NFL prospects. Sponsor:...
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How this Michigan Wide Receiver Truly Got it out the Mud (w/Daylen Baldwin)
Current Michigan wide receiver Daylen Baldwin joined the Michael Balko Show and talked about a range of different topics including what it was like to play under Deon Sanders at Jackson State, how he would rank the five best wide receivers in the NFL right now, and why he decided to transfer to…
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Former Indians Catcher Logan Ice Talks About the Struggles of Minor League Baseball (w/Logan Ice)
Former Cleveland Indians second round draft pick Logan Ice talks about his journey from Oregon State through the Professional Ranks that saw him play as high as AA Akron. Ice talks about the struggles of being a minor league baseball player, and shares why he retired from the game in 2020.
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From Netflix's QB1 to Shining at the Division 1 Level! (w/Re-al Mitchell)
Temple quarterback Re-al Mitchell joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about being a highly recruited player from St. John Bosco in high school, what it was like being on Netflix's QB1 documentary as a high school senior, and how he could look to pursue a baseball career after his football days...
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This 2022 NFL Draft Prospect Talks Success and What it Takes to Achieve It! (w/AJ Uzodinma)
Ball State CB AJ Uzodinma joins the show and talks about what it was like being a two star recruit in high school, what it was like winning the MAC Championship Game, and what he's looking forward to in terms of taking his talents to the NFL in the near future. Sponsor:www.donatos.com
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New Orleans Saints TE Dylan Soehner Talks Post-Draft Process and Signing with New Orleans (w/ Merv Walls & Dylan Soehner)
Former Iowa State tight end and current New Orleans Saints tight end sits down with Mervin Walls and I and talks about a range of topics including what his recruiting process was like from a small town, how crazy it was for him following the NFL Draft, and who his favorite rappers to listen to...
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Brand New Saints Offensive Lineman Mike Brown Shares His Path to the Pro's! (w/Mike Brown)
Former West Virginia offensive lineman Mike Brown joins the show and talks about not playing football for the first time until after high school, what his NFL Draft process was like, and what he hopes to bring to the New Orleans Saints! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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How This Athlete Overcame Two JUCO Stints to Being in a Position to Pick His Next School! (w/Mike Mitchell)
Former Temple RB/CB Mike Mitchell joins the show and talks about his recruiting process and having to settle at the JUCO level despite interest from over 10 D1 Schools, What it was like playing at the JUCO level, and what's next for him and his football journey! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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Adventure Athlete Talks Overcoming Adversity and Chasing Your Dreams in This Motivational Episode! (w/Clark Hazlett)
Clark Hazlett, a YouTube personality with over 150,000 subscribers, joins the show and talks about growing his YouTube platform, overcoming adversity, and how his perseverance has allowed him to explore a plethora of different avenues including professional football and country music. Make sure…
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This CFL DB Overcame all the Odds to Get to Where He's At Today! (W/Malik Boynton)
Winnipeg Blue Bombers DB Malik Boynton joins the show and talks about his journey to Austin Peay University, how he switched positions in college, and how he overcame life's most difficult adversity to get to the point where he's at today. This episode is very inspiring! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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This 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Battles Adversity All the Time- Yet Still Keeps Grinding! (w/Caleb Huntley)
Ball St running back Caleb Huntley joins the show and talks about what he would bring to the NFL level, his inspiring journey to Ball St, and who he listens to on his pregame playlist! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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This Safety Went From HATING Defense to Being One of the Best DB's in the CUSA (w/Rashad Wisdom)
UTSA Safety Rashad Wisdom joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about being a 3 star recruit out of high school, who he listens to pre game, and how he overcame some of the most difficult adversity to get to where he's at today. Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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How One of Erie's Best Athlete's Carried His Work Ethic Throughout an Impressive CFL Career! (w/Jovon Johnson)
Retired CFL defensive back Jovon Johnson joins the show and talks about being from Erie, Pennsylvania, what his NFL experience was like, and he gives outstanding advice for any aspiring college athletes to tune into! Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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How the FASTEST Player in College Football and 2022 NFL Draft Prospect Tackled Life's Adversity (w/Caleb "DFlash" Eagans)
NCAA WR Caleb Eagans joins The Michael Balko Show and goes over a large variety of topics including his journey to Texas A&M, when he plans on announcing his next college, and how he handled life's toughest adversity. Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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How This 2021 NFL Prospect Kept His Faith First During His Football Journey (w/Antwan Davis)
Ball State wide receiver Antwan Davis joins the Michael Balko Show and talks about his journey to Ball State, how he's gearing up for the 2021 NFL Draft, and how he's kept his faith first throughout his football journey. Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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Interviewing the Most UNDERRATED CB in the 2021 NFL Draft! (w/Antonio Phillips)
Ball State cornerback Antonio Phillips joins the show and talks about his welcome to college football moment, when he realized he could play in the NFL, and how he's handling being an underrated draft prospect this year. Sponsor: www.donatos.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Michael Balko Show, an inspiration-based podcast, is a podcast focused on interviewing high-level athletes and public figures and allowing them to share their stories in an effort to inspire the youth of our country. Balko, an Erie PA native, aims to not only put his city on the map-but to create some of the most unique content in the world. The Michael Balko Show is unique in it’s own right, and Balko urges you to give his show a listen.
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