Explore every episode of the podcast Athletics Check with Johnny Stanton IV
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| Khary Payton & Ned Donovan are Waiting For Travis To Come Back From Best Buy - Athletics Check Ep 9 | 31 Aug 2024 | 00:44:48 | |
Johnny Stanton IV hangs with with TTRPG stars and the incredible actor Khary Payton, known from The Walking Dead and DC's Cyborg, and producer Ned Donovan from Encounter Party. Khary and Ned share their love for sports and nerd culture and how those things have interwoven throughout their lives. From chasing the highs of performing in front of others in basketball (Khary) and lacrosse (Ned) to finding the same feelings of shared goals and team camaraderie in D&D later in life, this episode shows that playing games as a kid can lead to a career if you have enough imagination. Make sure you stick around to see how Khary & Ned's nerd-to-jock ratios changes over the episode! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Jaycie Johnson is a Foodie - Athletics Check Episode 8 | 17 Aug 2024 | 01:13:35 | |
Johnny Stanton IV chats with with soccer star Jaycie Johnson. After retiring from the NWSL Kansas City Current in 2022, Jaycie took her soccer journey into coaching first with the Kansas Jayhawks and now currently as Assistant Coach for the Kansas State Wildcats Women's Soccer Team. In this episode Jaycie discusses balancing coaching with planning her wedding and how she works being a foodie into her career. Relive her University of Nebraska days, discover her favorite foodie adventures, and dive into her passion for coaching (stick around and listen for the special ticket offer for women's soccer fans!) From her surprise draft day to tackling knee surgeries, JC shares it all. Plus, don’t miss her first Dungeons & Dragons adventure and a special ticket offer for women's soccer fans. Buckle up for an entertaining journey filled with sports, snacks, and nerdy fun! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Beth May is a Boxer & Marathon Runner - Athletics Check Episode 7 | 02 Aug 2024 | 00:57:02 | |
Join Johnny Stanton IV on the Athletics Check Podcast as he chats with voice actress of Dungeons and Daddies, Beth May. Beth shares her athletic experiences rooting for women's national soccer, why she decided to try boxing, and the obstacles that almost prevented her from running a marathon. But make sure you stick around as Beth recounts a hilarious Keanu Reeves encounter. As always, we hope you enjoy! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Joshua Brisco is a Pokemaniac - Athletics Check Episode 6 | 19 Jul 2024 | 01:07:16 | |
In this episode, our host Johnny Stanton IV pow-wows with Joshua Brisco, columnist and co-host of the (Almost) Entirely Sports and the Sports Radio 810 Chiefs Postgame Show in Kansas City. Brisco is known for his love of sports, particularly the Kansas City Chiefs, but he also embraces his passion for nerd culture which makes him an ideal guest for The Athletics Check podcast. Josh shares how he balances that love for the Chiefs but doesn't let that role define his interests and what he shares with his listeners and readers. Some of the highlights from the episode include: the spark of Fantastic Mr. Fox, Josh's childhood obsession with Club Penguin and Johnny & Josh's shared love for The Adventure Zone and the McElroy's. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Ify Nwadiwe is a Meathead - Athletics Check Episode 5 | 04 Jul 2024 | 01:08:10 | |
Host Johnny Stanton IV hangs with comedian Ify Nwadiwe and discusses redefining 'jock,' blending sports with nerd culture, and personal tales from Ify's journey as a comedian to the mayor of the Hollywood Nerd community. Johnny gets Ify to discuss his love for "Chel" and how he expresses his love for hockey as a "nerd". Along the way Ify turns the tables and Johnny reveals how he manages his dual passions for football and D&D. Plus, join in a special moment as they retire Ify's number '87' and set up his D&D character arc. A perfect watch for sports fans, comedy lovers, and nerd culture enthusiasts! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Ryan Nemeth is a Lemon Shark - Athletics Check Episode 4 | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:53:41 | |
AEW Wrestler Ryan "Hollywood Hunk" Nemeth jumps in with both feet and and takes us on a search for his deepest passions: Wresting, Acting & Sharks with host Johnny Stanton IV. Hear about Ryan's process of channeling his character for the "Iron Claw" was an experience that brought him chills. Learn about Ryan & Johnny's shared interest in Cleveland winters (brrrr!) but most importantly the amazing shark diving adventure Ryan took, where one of the most important things he learned was the "Floss" dance. This is a one-of-kind interview with a truly unique star. Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Clint McElroy is an Athlete - Athletics Check Episode 3 | 06 Jun 2024 | 01:11:13 | |
If characters like Merle Highchurch, Ned Chicane, and Arlo Thacker are familiar to you then you've probably been to The Adventure Zone and no other introduction is needed for this week's guest, Clint McElroy. On the other hand, if you're from the Huntington, WV area, you might recognize Clint's voice from the 103.3 Morning Show he hosted with Judy Eaton for over 20 years. But what you might not know about is Clint's passion from sports going back to growing up with the Roaring Rhino's to teaching his sons, Travis, Justin & Griffin, life's lessons through sports. Join Johnny & Clint's conversation and let us know what you think by dropping us a comment! Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Reid Sinnett is a Movie Buff - Athletics Check Episode 2 | 22 May 2024 | 01:14:16 | |
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| Amy Vorpahl is a Jock - Athletics Check Episode 1 | 08 May 2024 | 00:47:16 | |
Amy Vorpahl, famed for her roles on Critical Role and Dropout, joins Johnny to share her tale of shattering stereotypes and uniting the worlds of fitness and nerd culture. Together, Johnny and Amy peel back the layers of identity, challenging the notion that we must fit into neatly defined boxes. Johnny Stanton IV: | |||
| Mike Wright Loves to Play Fantasy - Athletics Check Sn2, Ep 1 | 26 Mar 2025 | 01:07:49 | |
Ever wondered how your love of sports can collide with your inner nerd? Calling all fantasy football fanatics and sneakerheads! 👟🏈 Mike Wright usually known as the insightful co-host of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, explores his passion for Dungeons & Dragons and his other passion that might surprise you: collecting Nike SBs. This love for sneakers reveals another layer to Mike's "nerd" persona, blending his fantasy football expertise with a keen sense of style. Johnny Stanton IV: | |||