Scot Pollard shares his powerful heart transplant story, life after the NBA, and surviving against all odds. This former NBA player and Survivor star reveals how a genetic heart condition nearly ended his life.

In this emotional and inspiring episode of Real Estate Makes Us Drink, we sit down with former NBA champion and Survivor 32 contestant Scot Pollard to hear the powerful story behind his life-saving heart transplant. From his genetic heart condition to a near-death experience triggered by a flu shot, Scot shares the rollercoaster of events that led to receiving a new heart—and how his wife, his donor, and a medical team across three cities helped save his life.

We discuss: The moment doctors told Scot he needed a heart transplant His wife’s incredible role as caregiver and motivator Life on the transplant list—and how he beat the odds ESPN’s upcoming E60 documentary featuring his surgery Meeting the donor’s family and honoring his legacy Why organ donation matters more than ever

Support the cause: https://pearlsoflife.org

Scot Pollard's journey from NBA to near death to new life is one you won’t forget.

➡️ Like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories and conversations.

#ScotPollard #HeartTransplantStory #OrganDonationAwareness #NBAChampion #Survivor32 #ESPNDoc #RealEstateMakesUsDrink #PodcastInterview #PearlsofLife #TransplantSurvivor #HeartTransplant #OrganDonation #NBAStories #SurvivorCBS #recoveryjourney

In this episode of Real Estate Makes Us Drink, hosts Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with former NBA player Scot Pollard—an 11-year NBA veteran, Survivor: Kaôh Rōng (Season 32) contestant, and recent heart transplant survivor. This is Part 1 of a two-part interview where Scot shares the wild ride from growing up in a giant family, to becoming a Kansas Jayhawk legend, to being drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the 1997 NBA Draft.

We talk about Scot’s years with the Pistons, Kings, Pacers, Cavs, and Celtics, what it was like to be nearly picked before Tim Duncan, and how his college teammates like Paul Pierce and Raef LaFrentz helped shape his path.

Then we dive into his Survivor experience in Cambodia, how real the "reality" was, behind-the-scenes casting secrets, and why editing can turn you into a villain (even if you’re not one). Scot also shares candid stories about dealing with death threats from fans, emotional breakdowns on set, and what it was like watching his season back with his family.

If you’re a fan of the NBA, Survivor, reality TV, or just want to hear raw, unfiltered stories from a 6'11" man who’s lived a wild life, this episode is a must-watch.

Part 2 covers his heart transplant journey and life beyond the camera—don’t miss it

Hit subscribe, drop a comment if you're a Survivor fan, and tell us who YOUR favorite player was from Season 32.

Schedule a consultation with Brian or Brad https://calendly.com/therealtorindy

eal estate marketing, social media strategies, and viral content collide in this episode of Real Estate Makes Us Drink. Learn how humor, authenticity, and edgy content impact real estate sales, brand growth, and audience engagement.

In this conversation, hosts Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum unpack the wild world of Instagram and TikTok for realtors — from posting funny videos to balancing professionalism and entertainment. Does viral fame actually help sell houses, or is it just ego fluff? We share real-world examples, cringe moments, and what actually works in today’s market. Plus, we tackle the big question: Can real estate agents really become influencers and still move inventory?

Key Topics:

Social media growth for real estate agents The power (and risk) of edgy humor in listings

Why authenticity matters more than going viral

How to build trust and engagement with content

The surprising impact of sports news on real estate banter

Whether you’re a realtor, marketer, or just here for the chaos — this episode’s got laughs, lessons, and a few awkward truths. Cheers!

Drop a comment: Have you ever hired someone because of a viral video?

#realestatemarketing #socialmediatips #realtorsofinstagram #goingviral #realestatehumor #realtorbranding #realestateinfluencer

Schedule a consultation with Brian or Brad https://calendly.com/therealtorindy