Community, Success, and High-Stakes Poker: Life After Sports with Greg, James, and Kareem Marshall

In this engaging episode of Life After Sports, hosts Greg Vaughn and James Harris are joined by James Ashley, a prominent figure in the community and owner of 7 Hill Cleaners, for an insightful discussion on life beyond the playing field. The trio explores the significance of community spaces like 7 Hill Cleaners, where sports and life intersect, offering a safe haven for fellowship and support. Midway through the episode, professional poker player Kareem Marshall joins the conversation, sharing his experiences in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and drawing parallels between the mental toughness required in both sports and poker.

From Greg’s reflections on his MLB career and James's experiences in football to Kareem’s highs and lows in professional poker, this episode dives deep into the challenges and rewards of transitioning from sports to new passions. The conversation also touches on the controversial Balco scandal, the iconic impact of The Lion King musical, and the best and worst stadiums to play in during their sports careers. Recorded at 7 Hill Cleaners, the setting adds an intimate, community vibe as the trio discusses the intense pressure of poker tournaments, the mental resilience required to stay in the game, and the parallels between sports and poker.

Whether you're a fan of sports, poker, or stories of resilience, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insights and anecdotes.

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0:00 Community Spaces like 7 Hill Cleaners with James Ashley
5:05 Post-Career Transitions from professional sports to post-career life
10:11 Reflections on the role of Mentorship & Growth
14:51 Anecdotes about sports culture
19:02 Business journey from Boston to business ownership
23:28 Sports Ethics including the Balco scandal
48:00 From sports talk to the highs and lows of professional poker
54:03 Mental Resilience & challenges of professional sports