"Not a Damn Chance!" is an inspirational podcast hosted by pro skateboarder Neen Williams and Michelin-starred chef Phillip Frankland Lee — the duo behind the viral burger brand of the same name. Each episode features candid conversations with people who’ve faced serious adversity, refused to quit, and found the strength to say, "Not a Damn Chance!" to giving up. It’s a tribute to grit, growth, and the relentless drive to defy the odds.
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Say hello to the Not A Damn Chance! Podcast.
A new motivational show hosted by pro skateboarder Neen Williams and Michelin-Starred chef Phillip Frankland Lee — the duo behind the viral burger brand of the same name. Each episode features candid conversations with people who’ve faced serious adversity, refused to quit, and found the strength to say "Not a Damn Chance!" to giving up. Consider this show a tribute to grit, growth, and the relentless drive to defy the odds.
Don't miss the premiere episode on May 20th wherever you find your podcasts, be sure to subscribe to Not A Damn Chance! Podcast, and follow NADC Podcast on socials!
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From Prison to Purpose: Jelly Roll Gets Real with Neen & Phillip | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 1
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 • Duration 01:04:50
Welcome to the Not A Damn Chance podcast! Hosted by chef Phillip Frankland Lee and pro skateboarder Neen Williams, this show is all about perseverance in the face of adversity. This concept is the reason why rapper/singer Jelly Roll joins Neen and Phillip for one of the most raw and revealing conversations yet. Fresh off a show in Corpus Christi — and dealing with a gnarly cyst that shot three ropes of pus — Jelly dives deep into his journey from incarceration to music superstardom, the struggle with food addiction, and what it really takes to turn your life around.
The guys cover everything from shame spirals and Waffle House cravings to testosterone injections, weight loss wins, and the power of accountability. Jelly opens up about using his past struggles with addiction to tackle his weight, how he's working with a UFC nutritionist, and the emotional rollercoaster of trying to change your life when the odds feel stacked against you.
You'll hear the "Not A Damn Chance" moment that changed his life, why he doesn't drink at home, how food became his new drug, and his thoughts on breaking the fat curse once and for all. From heavy truths to hilarious moments, this is an unfiltered look at what it means to grow up, level up, and serve something bigger than yourself.
If you’ve ever struggled with discipline, addiction, self-image, or just want to hear three guys get real, this podcast is a must.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 01
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:39 - The Not A Damn Chance Mentality
00:17:46 - Eat To Live, Don't Live To Eat
00:27:23 - Breaking The Habit
00:34:28 - Fitness & Wellness Journey
00:46:26 - The Fat Curse
00:51:41 - Open Mindedness & Perspective Shifts
00:58:15 - A Future Of Service
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Jamie Oliver Saves Lives With Food | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 2
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 • Duration 01:07:35
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Welcome back to the Not A Damn Chance podcast! This week hosts Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams are joined by celebrity chef and cookbook author Jamie Oliver! Jamie's passion for empowering and inspiring the youth of the world through the culinary arts made him a no-brainer guest for this show. Phil and Neen learn about Jamie's humble beginnings and how a pub kid became an overnight sensation. Jamie gets real and shares the story about how his instant rise almost came crashing down just as quickly and how his ass was literally saved by a royalty check.
The guys also dive deeper into the act of giving back and discuss the importance of mentorships and role models. We also learn about Jamie's first major gig that involved taking over a kitchen owned by the King of Dubai, why nonnas make the best food, how diversity isn't just the spice of life, color being a key ingredient in nutrition, the value of quality school lunches, and details about Jamie's "10 Recipes To Save Your Life". They also breakdown male vulnerabilities and Phillip asks Jamie to envision an ideal life ten years from now via a "magic lamp". Enjoy!
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 02
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:09 - From Pub Kid To Culinary Star
00:08:16 - Giving Back & The Importance Of Role Models
00:20:16 - First Major Job, Best Local Foods, & BBQ
00:29:19 - Male Vulnerability
00:38:30 - School Lunches
00:50:18 - Recipes To Save Your Life & Nutrition
00:58:55 - The Magic Lamp Question
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Joshua Weissman: No Plan, No Sleep, No Excuses | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 3
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 • Duration 01:42:32
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Welcome to the Not A Damn Chance podcast! Hosted by chef Phillip Frankland Lee and pro skateboarder Neen Williams, this show is all about grit, growth, and going all in — even when the odds say otherwise. In this episode, YouTuber, chef, and cookbook author Joshua Weissman joins the guys for a raw conversation about betting on yourself, burning the midnight oil, and building something truly your own.
Joshua opens up about how watching one terrible cooking show sparked the idea that he could do it better — and he did. He walks us through the early days of filming food videos after working long chef shifts, running on 2–3 hours of sleep for over a year, and how he pushed forward even while getting mocked by coworkers. This episode is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and chasing passion even when no one else sees the vision.
The guys dive into Joshua’s childhood roots in food, the failures that shaped him in professional kitchens, and why he believes most people today are missing one key ingredient: passion. He also breaks down how practicality helps fuel his success, why he embraces an “all or nothing” mindset, and how discipline pulled him through the darkest moments of burnout and self-doubt.
From mindset shifts to fitness gains, Joshua shares his physical transformation and why, despite being fit now, he still feels like the job isn’t done. You’ll also hear a powerful take on whether you need a plan before you start — and why the answer might surprise you.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or unsure of your next move, this episode will light a fire under you. Get ready to stop making excuses and start making something real.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 03
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:13 - Cut From The Same Cloth
00:07:50 - It Was Going Downhill
00:21:00 - Childhood Inspiration
00:27:46 - What Are We Missing?
00:39:09 - All Or Nothing
00:46:32 - Almost Giving Up
01:06:07 - Discipline
01:20:18 - 10 Years From Now
01:32:37 - Do You Need A Plan?
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I Got Shot In The Face! Here's What Happened.. w/Christy Carlson Romano | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 4
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 • Duration 01:45:29
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This week on Not A Damn Chance, hosts Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams welcome Disney legend and actress Christy Carlson Romano (Even Stevens, Kim Possible). From childhood fame to reality TV survival, Christy brings the realest conversation we’ve had yet.
She opens up about her journey from middle-class Connecticut to Disney Channel stardom, how the industry fast-tracks childhoods, and the emotional (and financial) fallout many child actors face—including bitter ex-stars, manipulative stage parents, and the hard lessons of growing up on camera. They also discuss Millie Bobby Brown, Shia LaBeouf, the toxic cycle of family business, and how Christy literally fired her own mom.
Things get personal as Christy unpacks her time on Special Forces, being buried alive, facing brutal challenges, and the life-altering moment when she was shot in the face. She shares how that trauma reshaped her relationship with faith, humor, resilience, and sobriety. Plus, Phillip reveals his own child acting past, there's some Ren Faire chaos, sober holiday stories, P90X dads, TikTok conspiracies, they also cover going viral after trauma, as well as the importance of mentorships in the kitchen, on set, and in life.
It’s raw, it’s hilarious, and it’s real. Christy proves that no matter how hard life tries to break you, not quitting can be a superpower.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 04
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - Famous Child Star
00:11:06 - The Golden Era Of Disney
00:20:02 - Life After Disney
00:29:23 - Stage Parents & Residuals
00:38:31 - Mentorships
00:47:50 - Putting Your Body Through It
00:53:57 - Sobriety Stories & Ren Fest Duels
01:04:02 - Special Forces On Fox
01:17:09 - I Got Shot In The Face
01:25:48 - Miracles, Blowback, & Going Viral
01:39:22 - Wrap Up
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Saved by a Vision: Justin Wren’s Fight for the Forgotten | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 5
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 • Duration 01:24:05
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Not a Damn Chance
Hosted by Phillip Frankland Lee & Neen Williams
🎙️ Special Guest: Justin Wren
What happens when a bullied kid, broken by trauma, addiction, and pain, finds himself fighting in the UFC — only to realize his biggest battle isn’t in the cage?
In this gripping episode, Justin Christopher Wren — former heavyweight fighter and the heart behind Fight For The Forgotten — joins Phillip and Neen for a raw, emotional, and deeply human conversation. Justin shares his harrowing journey from childhood torment and addiction to suicidal despair... and then, something unexplainable happened.
After crying out to the universe for meaning, Justin had a vision — a vivid, surreal calling that pulled him out of his darkest place and sent him halfway across the world. That vision? Help the forgotten people of the Congo. And he did.
Now known as “The Big Pygmy,” Justin tells the unbelievable true story of his time living among the Mbuti pygmy people — digging wells, securing land rights, and surviving malaria five times — all in service of a mission bigger than himself.
This isn’t just a story about fighting.
It’s about redemption. Purpose. And what happens when a man listens to something greater than fear.
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Not A Damn Chance Ep. 05
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:38 - Justin Wren
00:07:35 - Being Bullied
00:19:45 - Seeing The Bullies Again
00:27:10 - Thankful For The Hurt
00:34:44 - Waking Up
00:39:57 - Purpose Through Service
00:43:06 - Asking the Universe
00:54:00 - Landing In Africa
00:56:08 - The Vision Coming To Life
01:01:10 - On Death's Door
01:06:17 - Fighting For The Forgotten
01:12:08 - It Was Meant To Be
01:15:57 - Ten Year Dream
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Jail Was The Best Thing That Happened to Me w/ Danny Brown | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 6
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 • Duration 01:02:35
On this episode of Not A Damn Chance, hosts Neen Williams and Phillip Frankland Lee welcome rapper and cultural icon Danny Brown for a raw and revealing conversation. Danny reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his journey—from getting arrested and spending a year locked up, to realizing one of his songs was blowing up while he was still behind bars. He shares the story of how a corrections officer changed his outlook, and how getting out led him to New York where he doubled down on perfecting his craft.
Danny also talks about getting signed, the night of his first album release party, and what sobriety has done for his creativity and focus. He opens up about collaborating with younger artists like Jane Remover and Frost Children, and how they’ve brought fresh inspiration into his world. Honest, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving—this is Danny Brown like you’ve never heard him before.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 06
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:45 - Taking The First Step
00:12:52 - Getting Caught Up
00:19:06 - Locking Back In
00:24:07 - Getting Signed
00:30:02 - Stick To Your Roots
00:33:10 - Video Games
00:36:50 - Going Sober
00:47:13 - Change In Creativity
00:49:20 - What's Next For Danny
00:57:48 - Magic Lamp On The Table...
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Built for Battle: Tim Kennedy Raises Warriors and Rebuilds America | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 7
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 • Duration 01:44:12
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This week on the Not A Damn Chance Podcast, Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams are joined by true American hero Tim Kennedy.
Green Beret, UFC veteran, and founder of the Apogee school, Tim is a man who doesn’t just talk about values—he lives them. From war zones to the octagon, and now to the classroom, he’s on a mission to reshape the future by restoring strength, accountability, and freedom to the next generation.
He shares how he maintains his edge, how Apogee is putting power back in the hands of parents, and what it takes to raise kids to lead. Whether you're into food, fighting, philosophy, or freedom—this one hits all corners.
Tim’s a warrior, a builder, and a living embodiment of what America truly stands for. This episode is a masterclass in mindset, mission, and never backing down.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 07
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:26 - Fight For His Life
00:07:45 - Adversity
00:13:17 - At Death's Door On Accident
00:21:03 - Nature Vs. Nurture
00:23:29 - Fight Talk
00:35:17 - Special Forces
01:00:27 - Being A Parent
01:09:16 - Building A School
01:19:40 - Endless Pursuit
01:25:09 - Buckets For Success
01:31:16 - Magic Lamp
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Doug Polk Is A Master of Strategy | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast
Episode 8
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 • Duration 01:51:36
This week on Not A Damn Chance, Phillip and Neen sit down with legendary poker player and entrepreneur Doug Polk. Doug opens up about his early start in poker, the decision to leave college behind, and how being raised to think strategically gave him an edge in high-stakes competition. He reflects on some of his biggest wins and toughest losses, including the story of how a poker game led to a Kill Tony appearance. Doug also shares insight into how he represents his business, the principles that guide him, and why playing aggressive—sometimes even on instinct—is key to long-term success at the table and beyond.
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Not A Damn Chance Ep. 08
Intro By: DREAMROOM PICTURES
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:58 - The #1 Poker Player
00:06:44 - Dropping Out Of College
00:09:55 - Strategy Is Number One
00:20:53 - The King Of Heelflips
00:28:50 - Building An Empire
00:42:33 - Kill Tony
00:58:51 - Owning and Representing a Business
01:05:44 - Winning With Luck
01:15:36 - Starting Over
01:31:02 - Doug's Biggest Loss In 1 Day
01:39:09 - Putting The Foot Down
01:43:12 - Magic Lamp
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A Satanic Puppet (And Joe Rogan) Changed My Life! w/ Duncan Trussell | Not A Damn Chance! Highlight
Episode 9
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 • Duration 01:16:28
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This week on Not A Damn Chance, hosts Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams are joined by the endlessly fascinating Duncan Trussell — comedian, podcaster, spiritual explorer, and co-creator of The Midnight Gospel. From lucid dreams to karmic loops, this one goes deep.Duncan opens up about his path into comedy, including how a spiritual shift in his mom and a strange liberal arts school friend helped shape his worldview. He shares his early days answering phones at The Comedy Store (with zero plans to be a comic), and how a satanic puppet bit changed everything — including a fateful invite from Joe Rogan that would alter his life forever.The guys discuss nihilism, dharma vs karma, lust vs love, destiny, and how hitting a wall isn’t failure—it’s a breakthrough in disguise. Duncan also reveals what he would really wish for if given a magic lamp. From Adventure Time to existential time loops, this episode is a mind-expanding trip. Hit play and return to yourself. Eternally.
Not A Damn Chance Ep. 09
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:58 - Duncan Trussell's New Age Origins
00:14:31 - Dreams
00:24:19 - Making The Jump To LA
00:33:42 - Destinies, Manifesting, & Skateboarding
00:42:09 - A Satanic Puppet Changed My Life
00:51:21 - Improbable Success
00:56:37 - Back Against The Wall
01:03:38 - Magic Lamp On The Table...
01:11:56 - Wrap Up
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