What's Next with Eric Wood

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Ep 101 - Confidence Is Key with Jordan Palmer Sep 06, 2021

Show notes

Jordan Palmer played 7 years in the NFL as a backup quarterback. He now mentors some of the top QB's in the country in preparation for the NFL Draft, including guys like Josh Allen, Sam Darnold and Joe Burrow.

On the show, Jordan dives deep into the importance of confidence, the relationship between business and football and about his own NFL journey. Topic include:

(2:20-6:00) - Growing up in California, the benefits of playing multiple sports

(6:00-13:45) - Jordan's relationship with his brother Carson, NFL transitions

(13:45-17:15) - The mindset of a successful QB? Become an entrepreneur

(17:15-23:25) - Josh Allen's development, how to improve accuracy

(23:25-26:20) - The dynamic between a QB, his QB coach and his private QB coach

(26:20-30:00) - Common traits of high level QB's

(30:00-38:40) - The importance of confidence, developing self generated confidence

(38:40-42:05) - Expectations for 2021 Buffalo Bills

(42:05-45:40) - What sets Joe Burrow apart?

And much more. Rate review and subscribe to the podcast today!

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Ep 100 - Behind the Podcast with Billy Rutledge Aug 30, 2021

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The 100th Episode! A big thank you to all the listeners, sponsors and everyone who has supported the podcast over the last two years.

On today's show, Eric looks back at the journey with Podcast Producer Billy Rutledge. Billy is a sports radio host/producer for iHeartRadio in the Louisville/Lexington area that has helped build the podcast with Eric since 2019. The guys talk about:

(0-5:25) - Introduction, how the podcast started

(5:25-10:15) - Billy's upbringing, getting foot in the door in sports media

(10:15-15:20) - Billy's reason why, finding fulfillment

(15:20-20:15) - Are sports still meaningful?

(20:15-31:40) - Predictions on the Louisville Cardinals & Buffalo Bills in 2021

Next, the roles are reversed. As Billy asks Eric questions about:

(31:40-35:30) - Eric's biggest takeaway after 100 episodes

(35:30-39:15) - What's Next for the podcast, dream guest in the future

(39:15-46:00) - The purpose of the podcast, role models in Eric's life

And much more including some reoccurring questions and a discussion on faith.

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Ep 99 - The Power of Positive Energy with Damon West Aug 16, 2021

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Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, keynote speaker and best-selling co-author (with best-selling author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book and autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, was published just three years after his release from a Texas maximum-security prison.

On today's show, the guys get into Damon's incredible journey of redemption. Topics include:

(2:23-7:10) - Growing up in Texas, college football career at North Texas

(7:10-14:10) - Damon's story of addiction

(14:10-19:10) - Getting sentenced to prison, words of advice from his Mom

(19:10-25:30) - Be a coffee bean, how Damon earned respect and spent his time in prison

(25:30-31:50) - Something Damon took for granted before prison

(31:50-40:45) - Program recovery, guard rails that help Damon with recovery

(40:45-43:25) - The power of negative entertainment

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 98 - Whatever It Takes with Dan Orlovsky Aug 09, 2021

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Dan Orlovsky played QB in the NFL for 12 seasons and can now be heard on ESPN on NFL Live, First Take and as he calls games from the booth. Dan played his college football at the University of Connecticut and was selected in the 5th round of the 2005 NFL draft.

Today on the show, Eric and Dan give advice about staying in the NFL. Other topics include:

(2:04-3:30) - Growing up playing different sports, flipping a coin

(3:30-6:30) - Doing whatever it takes to succeed, cheating on a 40-yard dash

(6:30-10:15) - Advice for rookies in the NFL, be patiently impatient

(10:15-11:40) - The illusion of the backup QB

(11:40-14:10) - Hardest part about transition out of NFL

(14:10-17:05) - Writing on white boards, getting noticed by ESPN

(17:05-21:00) - 2021 outlook of the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 97 - Don't Quit Now, Quit Tomorrow with Robert J. O'Neill Aug 03, 2021

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Robert J. O'Neill is a motivational speaker, a Fox News contributor and former United States Navy Seal (1996-2012). A true American hero, Robert earned two silver stars and has been on many high profile missions, including the saving of Captain Phillips and the killing Osama bin Laden.

Today on the show, Eric and Robert talk about the importance of pushing through adversity and showing up when it matters most. Topics include:

(1:45-3:18) - Growing up in Montana, lessons learned from playing basketball

(3:18-7:37) - How a breakup led to Robert joining the military

(7:37-11:22) - BUD/S training, training to be uncomfortable

(11:22-14:02) - The hardest part of Navy Seal training

(14:02-20:05) - Details about killing Osama bin Laden

(20:05-26:50) - Live after the military, the difficult transition to normal life

(26:50-32:50) - Main message as a public speaker

(32:50-34:51) - NFL talk, Ryan Fitzpatrick in Washington

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe today!

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Ep 96 - Become Mentally Tough with Dr. Jason Selk Jul 26, 2021

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While serving as the Director of Mental Training for the St Louis Cardinals, Dr. Jason Selk helped the team win their first World Series in over 20 years, and in 2011 he assisted the Cardinals in the historic feat of winning their second World Championship in a six-year period. In addition to working with world-class athletes, Dr. Selk helps business leaders, executives, and top sales people develop mental toughness, increase confidence and focus, and substantially grow the bottom line.

Today on the show, Jason and Eric dive deep into the topic of becoming mentally tough. Other topics include:

(2:15-4:45) - Growing up in Iowa, Football career

(4:45-10:00) - Best thing about Jason's job, embracing your humanity

(10:00-13:05) - Mental health issues on the rise

(13:05-16:30) - Acknowledge success, confidence is the #1 variable for all human performance

(16:30-22:45) - Developing self confidence

(22:45-25:50) - The importance of a centering breath, performance biology

(25:50-29:40) - What fulfills Jason the most in his work

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast today!

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Ep 95 - Breaking Ankles with LeSean "Shady" McCoy Jul 19, 2021

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LeSean "Shady" McCoy is a 2x Super Bowl Champion, his is the Philadelphia Eagles all-time rushing leader and was teammates with Eric on the Buffalo Bills from 2015-1017. One of the most entertaining running backs in the NFL for the last decade, LeSean was named 1st team All-Pro twice and is still looking to continue his NFL career.

On the show today, Shady and Eric get into their days in Buffalo, including:

(2:08-3:45) - Sports he played besides football. how he got the nickname "Shady"

(3:45-8:02) - Why he went to Pitt for college, playing vs Eric and UL

(8:02-13:53) - The disrespect of being a 2nd round draft pick, Shady's future career as a TV analyst

(13:53-17:05) - Advice to Rookies

(17:05-26:20) - Getting traded to Buffalo, his time there

(26:20-29:00) - The impact of Kobe Bryant

(29:00-35:43) - Winning 2 Super Bowls in the last 2 years

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast today!

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Ep 94 - SaunaSpace with Brian Richards Jul 12, 2021

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Brian Richards is the founder of SaunaSpace, a device that uses infrared science to help optimize your mind and body. A product that Eric personally endorses, the SaunaSpace is currently helping thousands achieve health benefits by sitting in a home in a sauna!

Today on the show, Brian and Eric get into the specific benefits of SaunaSpace, including:

(2:10-4:15) - Growing up in Montana

(4:15-15:05) - How Brian's own health problems led his path to creating SaunaSpace

(15:05-38:12) - The science & benefits behind SaunaSpace, things like EMF blocking, red light therapy and ATP production

(38:12-41:05) - Athletic benefits of using a Sauna

(41:05-49:45) - Structured Water

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Ep 93 - Never Satisfied with Justin Gatlin Jul 05, 2021

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Justin Gatlin is an American sprinter and a three-time Olympian. Winner of the Gold Medal in the 2004 100 meters and a constant figure in the World Championships, Justin knows success at the highest level. Gatlin's personal best of 9.74 seconds ranks fifth on the all-time list of male 100-metre athletes.

Today on the show, Eric dives into Justin's life story and his prep at the age of 39 for the next Olympic games. Topic include:

(2:56-5:31) - Justin's early childhood, racing kids at school, achieving the pinnacle of his sport

(5:31-9:26) - The Olympic Village

(9:26-12:15) - Nutrition and training for an Olympic athlete

(12:15-15:06) - Difficulty of training during COVID, 2020 postponement

(15:06-19:31) - Mental training and strength

(19:31-25:16) - The science to succeed in the 100 meters

(25:16-29:40) - DK Metcalf's attempt to become a sprinter

(29:40-35:15) - The last Olympics, post-career aspirations

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe today!

(Note: Since the recording of this episode, Justin aggravated a hamstring injury in the men's 100-meter final. Which likely means he will fail to qualify for the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo.)

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Ep 92 - Are You Coachable or Teachable? Leadership Lessons with Jordan Montgomery Jun 28, 2021

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Jordan Montgomery, owner of Montgomery Companies, is a highly regarded performance coach and keynote speaker whose clients include business executives, sales organizations, and entrepreneurs. From small town Iowa, to a dominant force in the performance coaching industry, Jordan travels the country speaking and coaching executives at Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, and sales people.

Today on the show, Jordan gives tons of business and leadership tips. Topics include:

(1:50-4:30) - Growing up in small town Iowa

(4:30-9:10) - Jordan's career journey, his success at an early age

(9:10-14:15) - Jordan's pivot to performance coaching, keynote speaking

(14:15-21:20) - Sales advice, the biggest misconception in sales

(21:20-25:35) - How to create new habits, accountability = change

(25:35-31:40) - How to balance social media and family

(3925-42:00) - Iowa Football 2021 outlook

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