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Everything Begins with Play with Kevin Carroll
FromBetter Grownups
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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Oct 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jelani Memory talks with Kevin Carroll, an author, speaker, and catalyst of inspiration.We promise you've never met anyone like Kevin. Even though he was abandoned by his parents at six years old, he went on to play soccer professionally, speak seven languages for military intelligence and, you know, become the The Philadelphia 76ers first Black head athletic trainer. He's also maybe the only person who's ever created his own job and title at Nike during his tenure. Kevin’s story is full of inspiration, insight, and wisdom.We get into his childhood, how he was raised by his grandparents, and the supremacy of the playground when it comes to building belonging and connections. And also his life as a single dad raising two sons.Kevin and Jelani have known each other ever since Jelani was a teenager. So if it sounds like they go back, they do. He's been a friend, mentor, and father figure to Jelani, and Jelani’s thrilled to share one of his favorite people with you. Learn more about Kevin at his site, kckatalyst.com. Contact us by emailing us at listen@akidsco.com.Explore our collection of empowering kids books, by visiting akidsco.com.
Released:
Oct 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (9)
Introducing Better Grownups: Better Grownups is all about getting into the nitty gritty of parenting. Identity, gender, race, class, mental health, you name it. Host Jelani Memory talks with a new guest each week about how parenting is a reflection of our identity, how we were raised, and who we are. About how sometimes we’re still trying to grow up even as we raise our kids. About how leaving behind the way you were parented isn’t so easy. And how the kids in our lives need us to be better grownups. In each episode, you’ll hear real-world stories, explore uncomfortable topics, and gain inspiration from icons, professionals, and everyday folks. Listen to Better Grownups every Tuesday wherever you find your podcasts. by Better Grownups