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A Tribe Called Yes™ with Daron K. Roberts

Welcome to A Tribe Called Yes™ with Daron K. Roberts. This podcast brings you closer to the world’s most notorious risk-takers, trailblazers and enemies of the status quo.This podcast is for entrepreneurs looking for fuel to continue down the long road to success.This podcast is for disgruntled employees looking for insights on switching careers.This podcast is for students who want to jump off the conveyor belt of their major.This podcast is for people who want to make the jump, but need a little nudge.In short, this podcast is for you.Topics explored will include leadership, purpose, coaching, personal development, risk-taking, strategy development and entrepreneurship.This weekly podcast is hosted by Daron K. Roberts the Founding Director of the Center for Sports Leadership & Innovation at the University of Texas. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Roberts decided to take a sharp right turn and pursue a football coaching career. After asking 32 NFL teams for an internship, he finally received a “Yes” from the Kansas City Chiefs. He went on to serve coaching stints with the Detroit Lions, West Virginia Mountaineers and Cleveland Browns. He holds a B.A. in Plan II Honors and Government from the University of Texas (2001), an M.P.P. from Harvard’s Kennedy School (2004) and a J.D. from Harvard Law School (2007). Roberts is a contributor to Forbes.com, and his articles have appeared in The Dallas Morning News, Fortune, Houston Chronicle and Time.

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Ep. 072 - The Creator: Monica Kang Jun 26, 2018

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Monica Kang wanted to be a diplomat. So she earned a master’s degree in strategic studies and international economics from Johns Hopkins and worked as a nuclear non-proliferation policy expert in Washington.But she wasn’t happy. She realized creativity was the missing piece. After figuring out how to bring creatively into all aspects of her life, she founded InnovatorsBox to teach individuals and businesses to do the same.On this episode, hear Kang’s pivot story and learn how creativity can change the way you approach life and work, no matter your job title.

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Ep. 071 - The Negotiator: Mori Taheripour Jun 19, 2018

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Mori Taheripour is a professor in the Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. An expert in negotiation and dispute revolution, Taheripour has built a diverse resume, working with companies from the Red Cross to the Goldman Sachs Foundation to the NFL. Taheripour's first major negotiation was with her parents, who wanted her to be a doctor, and that's where our conversation begins in this week's episode.

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Ep. 070 - The Advocate: Chris Singleton Jun 12, 2018

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A day after his mother was killed in the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting in 2015, Chris Singleton spoke to the press and memorably said, “Love is always stronger than hate.” In the three years since, Singleton has been busy, taking that message of love, empathy, and forgiveness on the road, not to mention playing professional baseball for the Chicago Cubs Minor League affiliate. In this live recording of the podcast, Singleton shares his story, and even inspires the audience to stand up, give hugs, and say “I love you.”

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Ep. 069 - The Entrepreneurs: Amin Bahari and Tim Cole Jun 05, 2018

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Our first two-guest episode features Amin Bahari and Tim Cole, founders of Austin’s own Elite Sweets. This duo, along with co-founders Caleb Bluiett and Amir Bahari, created a gluten-free, low-sugar protein donut, and their story says a lot about what it takes to launch a successful business. Find out what lessons they learned along the way in this week’s episode. Hint: it involves a lot of trial and error, even more failure, and the willingness to accept, and react to, feedback.

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Ep. 068 - Isaiah Lynn May 01, 2018

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Isaiah Lynn is a junior at Harvard College who took an unlikely path to Cambridge. After gaining admittance to Harvard as a transfer student, he needed to raise cash quickly in order to make his dream of going from the UK to Harvard a reality, so, he crowdfunded over $90,000 in four weeks! That's a prime example of commitment, ingenuity and perseverance. Listen to the amazing story of Isaiah and keep saying yes!

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Ep. 067 - The Hero: Moses West Mar 06, 2018

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This week's episode features Moses West, a man who saved hundreds of lives in Puerto Rico. Using water-producing technology, the Army veteran founded the Water Rescue Foundation and brought safe drinking water to people in need following the hurricane. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!

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Ep. 066 - The Runner: Charlie Engle Feb 27, 2018

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This week's episode features Charlie Engle, an American ultramarathon runner from North Carolina. Charlie has raced in terrains from scorching deserts to wild jungles, including the Badwater Ultramarathon through Death Valley. His races usually last for over a 100 miles. His accomplishments were featured in the documentary Running the Sahara, a film narrated by Matt Damon. Listen to his amazing story and tune in next week for more!

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Ep. 065 - Heroes Wanted: Rodney Bullard Feb 20, 2018

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This week's episode features the Rodney Bullard, Vice President of Community Affairs for Chick-fil-A and Executive Director of the Chick-fil-A Foundation. Rodney is the author of, "Heroes Wanted", a book that vividly illustrates how all of us can be heroes in our communities. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!

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Ep. 064 - The Producer: Courtland Bragg Feb 13, 2018

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This week's episode features Courtland Bragg, an award-winning production assistant for NFL Films. In his career, Courtland has been nominated twice for an Emmy for his work on the football series Hard Knocks, winning for his work on the season featuring the Houston Texans. His love for football goes back to his days as a student-athlete playing for West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!

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Ep. 063 - The Hero: William McNulty Feb 06, 2018

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This week's episode features William McNulty, co-founder and CEO of Team Rubicon, an international disaster relief organization. A former Marine, William was shocked by the devastation of the Haitian earthquake of 2010 but was inspired by military efforts to aid in relief. He, along with fellow Marine Jacob Wood, decided to start Team Rubicon to not only aid in disaster relief but help veterans readjust to civilian life. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!

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