What if the key to overcoming life’s toughest challenges is to run straight into them?

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with Marques Ogden, former NFL player turned keynote speaker and entrepreneur, to share a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and facing adversity head-on.

After experiencing a career-ending setback and losing nearly $3 million in a failed business venture, Marques made the decision to rebuild his life from the ground up. He introduces the concept of “moving like a bison”—choosing to confront challenges directly instead of avoiding them—and explains how that mindset can turn obstacles into opportunities.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that growth happens when you stop running from the storm and start moving through it with purpose.

What if the key to building a lasting legacy starts with truly knowing who you are?

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with Carol J. Alexander, visionary artist and cultural architect, to explore how identity is shaped through life’s challenges—and how those challenges can become the foundation for purpose.

From leading major cultural projects like the National Museum of Liberia to transforming communities through storytelling, Carol shares how she has turned obstacles into opportunities to create meaningful, lasting impact. Her journey highlights the power of self-awareness, resilience, and staying grounded in purpose, even in the face of adversity.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that when you understand who you are, you can build something that outlives you.

What separates those who keep going from those who give up?

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with Phebe Trotman, a multi-Hall of Fame athlete, award-winning entrepreneur, and author of Never Quit on a Bad Day®, to explore the mindset required to push through life’s toughest moments.

From championship athletics to business success, Phebe shares how discipline, resilience, and belief are built through adversity—and how those same qualities can turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. Drawing from her journey as a six-time national champion and global leader, she breaks down what it takes to stay focused, confident, and committed even when things don’t go as planned.

This episode is a powerful reminder that one bad day should never define your path forward.

Success rarely comes to those who wait.

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with entrepreneur and investor Dennis McKinley to discuss the mindset behind building, scaling, and exiting multiple companies — and why taking initiative is the ultimate competitive advantage.

From launching brands to navigating risk, criticism, and high-pressure decisions, Dennis shares why waiting for permission, validation, or perfect timing can cost you everything.

This conversation dives into ownership, urgency, resilience, and the discipline required to build something sustainable in today’s market.

If you’re serious about growth — in business or in life — this episode will challenge you to move.

What does it really take to transition from a traditional career into business ownership with confidence?

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with James Hilovsky, franchise advisor and former minor league baseball player who now helps professionals and executives move into strategic business ownership. Drawing from his background in competitive sports, operations, and leadership, James shares how discipline, data, and careful evaluation can guide entrepreneurs toward the right franchise opportunities.

James explains how he helps clients assess franchise models across multiple industries, align opportunities with financial goals and lifestyle priorities, and avoid common pitfalls through education and due diligence. His approach focuses on building scalable businesses with strong support systems and sustainable growth.

If you’ve ever considered franchising or wondered how professionals successfully transition into entrepreneurship, this conversation offers valuable insights on strategy, discipline, and building a business that truly fits your life.

🎙️ Catch the full episode airing Friday, March 13 at 12 PM EST on Catch As Catch Can.

What happens when the applause fades and the scoreboard no longer defines you?

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with former professional football player Paul Perkins II to talk about identity beyond achievements. From competing at the highest level to stepping into entrepreneurship, Paul shares what it really takes to transition from the field to the next chapter of life.

This conversation explores purpose, reinvention, and the powerful reminder that success isn’t just about trophies, contracts, or statistics — it’s about who you become in the process.

If you’ve ever tied your worth to your performance, this episode will challenge and inspire you.

Every life has defining moments — crossroads that feel uncertain, uncomfortable, and even overwhelming at the time. But what if those moments are not setbacks… but setups?

In this LIVE episode of Catch As Catch Can, George Tinsley Sr. sits down with Nick Diachenko to explore how pivotal decisions shaped his life — from choosing family over personal spotlight, to turning corporate obstacles into entrepreneurial opportunity.

Raised in the Appalachian mountains as the son of educators, Nick learned early that character and education matter. Faced with pressure, family responsibility, athletic competition, and major career transitions, he discovered that the most difficult crossroads often become the foundation for long-term success.

This conversation dives into courage, conviction, and how obstacles can become launchpads for a greater purpose.

If you’re standing at a crossroads in your own life, this episode is for you.

From competing at the highest levels of professional hockey to building AI-powered solutions for the restaurant industry, Alex Hult’s journey is a story of reinvention, discipline, and bold vision.

In this episode of Catch As Catch Can, Alex shares how the mindset developed as an athlete — resilience, focus, and competitive drive — prepared him for the startup world. He opens up about transitioning from sports to entrepreneurship, building technology for hospitality, and what it takes to modernize an industry through innovation.

Now developing a table-side AI ordering device designed to improve efficiency and enhance the guest experience, Alex is redefining what it means to pivot with purpose.