Brian Mitchell was one of seven kids reared by devoted parents in Plaquemine, Louisiana, long before he won the Super Bowl. While a student at the University of Southwestern Louisiana (now the University of Louisiana at Lafayette), where he set the NCAA record for the most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, Brian came to understand the importance of both education... read full bio
Former MLB All-Star, Gold Glover and retired Major Leaguer Fernando Vina has joined ESPN as a baseball analyst for Baseball Tonight, ESPN Radio and ESPN News. In the 51st round of the MLB Draft, the New York Yankees picked Vina. Vina declined to commit and took a scholarship to Arizona State University instead. He was selected by the New York Mets in... read full bio
Although Ray Lucas played quarterback in the NFL for seven years, his four seasons with the New York Jets are the ones for which he is best remembered. Lucas replaced two quarterbacks and finished with a 4-2 record. H e also made six starts for the Miami Dolphins. The Harrison, New Jersey native competed for Rutgers in college sports. Lucas worked as... read full bio
Novelist, journalist, comedian, and actor Michael Johnson most recently co-hosted a Fox chat show with Gabrielle Carteris. He is also the host of two home-entertainment shows on DIY Network. In addition to that, he hosted and produced a teen talk show for Black Entertainment Television. Additionally, he wrote and produced primetime television for the Fox Network, NBC, Showtime, Comedy Central,... read full bio
While Paul DiMeo is best known for playing the snarky carpenter on the two-time Emmy-winning Extreme Makeover: Home Edition on ABC Television, he is also a seasoned actor, a man's man, and the first to cry on his successful program. You may only understand Paul DiMeo if you picture a man who was reared by Italian parents and who enjoys... read full bio
Denise Donlon is a visionary pioneer in Canada's music landscape with an almost 40-year career. After becoming the first female president of Sony Music Canada, she was known for advancing through the ranks at Much Music. There, she collaborated with many of the top musicians in the nation, including Céline Dion, Leonard Cohen, Chantal Kreviazuk and Our Lady Peace. In her... read full bio
Second Captains is a prominent Irish media company founded in March 2013 by Eoin McDevitt, Ken Early, Mark Horgan, Ciarán Murphy, and Simon Hick. The team is well known for their popular podcast "The Second Captains World Service," which helped them become the first major radio show to transition from traditional programming to podcasting in Ireland. The podcast remains the... read full bio
Jack began playing rock and alternative music by up-and-coming acts on BBC Radio 1. He now presents Radio 1's Indie show on a Thursday and the Future Artists show, which airs Monday through Wednesday from 10 p.m. to midnight. Jack started his adventure on Fly FM, the student radio station of Nottingham Trent University. Jack led the station to its best-ever... read full bio
Major League Baseball and the world of sports journalism both hold David P. Samson in high regard. He is well-known for hosting "Nothing Personal with David Samson" and co-hosting "The Sporting Class" at Meadowlark Media with former ESPN CEO John Skipper. Prior to his forays into the media, Samson presided over the Miami Marlins, an MLB franchise, for an astounding 15... read full bio
The Hollywood Unlocked media empire is led by Jason Lee, a multimedia powerhouse, self-made entrepreneur, and political activist. Based on Lee's unique life narrative, his initiatives use education and empowerment as cornerstones to turn adversity into optimism. His unwavering work ethic and the harsh lessons he learnt in his early years have contributed to his growing prominence. From the streets... read full bio
"El Presidente" (Dave Portnoy) is the founder and spokesperson for Barstool Sports. Connecting with contemporary audiences has been redefined by this dominant media brand. From its modest beginnings as a Boston gambling newspaper, Barstool has grown into a massive business with a wide audience on social media, blogs, podcasts, videos, live events, pay-per-view, and even television. Millions of people have... read full bio
Jessica Chen is a speaker, author, and global communication expert who has won an Emmy. More than two million people have learned from her how to become better communicators at work. Jessica has given speeches at some of the best companies, such as Google, Microsoft, Citibank, and the UN, to help their teams learn how to communicate and make an impression... read full bio
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Geoffrey Fletcher started making movies as a kid, using an action figure cast and a video camera at first. Geoffrey Fletcher is the first African American to win an Academy Award® for writing, directing, or producing a feature film for his screenplay Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire. He is a graduate of both Harvard University and NYU's... read full bio
Best known for her coverage of poverty, justice, and culture, Zinhle Essamuah is an Emmy-nominated journalist and filmmaker who is currently co-anchor of NBC News Daily and a correspondent for NBC News, covering NBC News NOW, Nightly News, and TODAY. Zinhle's investigative reporting has sparked real-world change. For example, her expose on Detroit's false landlord scams inspired a viewer to pay... read full bio
Even though Terrence J was raised in North Carolina, there's no doubting the gifted artist has the natural hustle of his home New York City. An aspirational student of communications at the historically black North Carolina A&T State University, J (short for Jenkins) utilized a one-time appearance on "Savannah" as a launching pad for his breakthrough position as host of... read full bio
Laura Ingraham is the widely popular radio show host of The Laura Ingraham Show. The nationally syndicated radio program works with 200 affiliates and has become one of the fastest growing radio shows in the United States. The show is a three-hour broadcast that goes in depth conversations about the world of politics. Then in 2012, Talkers Magazine rated the... read full bio
Katty Kay is a well-known journalist and anchor who works out of Washington, D.C. She has had a big impact on how the world is covered in the news. Kay is in the forefront of reporting on domestic and international current events for the BBC as the lead presenter for BBC World News America. Her knowledge encompasses a wide range... read full bio
Kendra Scott is a real role model for entrepreneurs. She launched her name-brand jewelry company in 2002 with just $500 and operated it from her house. She now sells her trendy jewelry designs in countless shops throughout the globe. Kendra's ambition, originality, and enthusiasm have allowed her brand to walk the couture fashion runways, and she routinely has her creations... read full bio
Amy Goodman is an American broadcast journalist, columnist, reporter, and author. She is best known for being a host and executive producer for Democracy Now!, and some of what she has covered in her career including the East Timor independence movement and the Chevron Corporations role in Nigeria. Being born into a family that was always about social action, Goodman... read full bio
