No Strangers to the Game
No Strangers to the Game
Atiya Strange
This father and son duo have intergenerational conversations and touch on a variety of topics from the perspective of black men in America. This podcast will connect and in some instances enlighten folks through the knowledge and wisdom that a black man/father has seen and experienced while allowing his son to ask those questions, challenge traditions and, even gain some insight as he develops into a young black man.
NSTTG Ep. 38:The Marathon Continues: The Fight Ain't Over, Don't Get Distracted
Today's episode takes a look at Jah's accomplishments at the Olympic Trials in Oregon and his first week at his new job. Troy and Jah also discuss the purpose of Juneteenth and give their views on Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday.
Jun 21, 2021
33 min
NSTTG Ep. 37:Your Next Move: Pivotal Life Changing Events
Today's episode takes a look at the ventures ahead as Jah has completed school and Troy has purchased a new home with his family. Troy and Jah discuss upcoming events that they will be involved in including the Olympic Trials, starting a new job, and moving to a new place.
Jun 13, 2021
26 min
NSTTG Ep. 36: Get Your Mind Right: The Motivators that Shape Your Mindset
Today's episode takes a look at the mindset needed to stay motivated. Troy and Jah discuss ways that pressure can motivate or discourage someone and how the your mindset plays a major role in your perspective.
Jun 6, 2021
36 min
NSTTG Ep. 35:Grief:Dealing with Loss in our Community
Today's episode takes a look at the grieving after losing a loved one. Troy and Jah discuss how they've dealt with loss and how our community has historically dealt with loss.
May 30, 2021
33 min
NSTTG Ep. 34: Equity in Athletics: It's Time to Step the Game Up
Today's episode takes a look at the inequities in athletics when it comes to men and women's sports both professionally and collegiately.  Troy and Jah discuss the the lack of effort put into other sports outside of football and basketball due to lack of revenue generation and present ideas on how to begin to change that.
Apr 4, 2021
38 min
NSTTG Ep. 33: Hussle & Motivate: Is It Money We're Really After?
Today's episode takes a look at the various 'hustles' they have tried and the outcomes. Troy and Jah discuss the desire for freedom and the luxury of time, and necessarily the craving for money.
Mar 28, 2021
39 min
NSTTG Ep. 32: StrangeKidCreations: Atiya Strange - HBCU Experience
Today's episode features special guest Atiya Strange, and takes a look at her experience attending Hampton University. Troy, Jah, and Atiya discuss the realities of growing up in the Strange household and Atiya's desire to leave the desert to attend an HBCU.
Mar 21, 2021
42 min
NSTTG Ep. 31: A Leap of Faith: Paul Turner - Committed from the Jump
Today's episode features special guest Paul Turner II, and take a look as his collegiate career as a track athlete. Troy, Jah, and Paul discuss the good and bad of growing up in the Coachella Valley and the father figures that were very instrumental for them while coming up.
Mar 7, 2021
42 min
NSTTG Ep. 30: Black History: More Than a Month
Today's episode takes a look at Black History Month in America and significance of celebrating in the month of February. Troy and Jah discuss whether Black History Month should continue to be celebrated as Black History is American History and shouldn't require any special treatment to be relevant.
Feb 28, 2021
33 min
NSTTG Ep. 29: The G.O.A.T. : The Criteria for Evaluating Greatness
Today's episode takes a look at those athletes we consider the Greatest of all time. Troy and Jah discuss the ways in which greatness can be analyzed and evaluated.
Feb 21, 2021
32 min
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