About this podcast
Beyond the Buzzer is a podcast that discusses the interplay of adversity balance and success for high-performance athletes. Professional athletes dedicate their youth to preparing for elite competition but often face uncertainty about navigating life after retirement.
The podcast addresses this critical issue by discussing strategies for athletes to prepare for post-sport life while still savoring their careers. Beyond the Buzzer is relevant to athletes of all ages and sports.
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Episodes
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- The Fight to be Seen and Heard: Rouzbahan Fraij · 1 h 10 min · Season 2 Episode 33Rouzbahan Fraij has been rewriting what it means to represent Jordan on and off the pitch. From growing up in Amman with a dream, to commanding her country’s midfield and…
- The FIght to be Seen and Heard · Season 2 Episode 32Rouzbahan Fraij has been rewriting what it means to represent Jordan on and off the pitch. From growing up in Amman with a dream, to commanding her country’s midfield and…
- Beyond The Hype: Thirdy's Global Grind · 49 min · Season 2 Episode 31Thirdy Ravena is not just one of the Philippines’ biggest basketball stars, he’s a trailblazer changing the narrative for Filipino athletes worldwide. From winning three straight…
- From Ego to Evolution: Tarek Dagher · 1 h 19 min · Season 2 Episode 30Talent can take you far, but without guidance and humility it can also slip away. At just 18, Tarek Dagher had the skills to go big in basketball, but ego, lack of mentorship…
- Saudi Basketball Will Never Be The Same: Dur Bali · 1 h 0 min · Season 2 Episode 29At just 22 years old, she’s already a Nike athlete, national team player, and one of the brightest young stars in Saudi women’s basketball. But Dur’s journey hasn’t been easy…
- The Discipline REquired to Excel in and out of the Ring · 1 h 21 min · Season 2 Episode 28Rama Aboalrob trains like a machine, works a 9–5, and carries a nation's hope on her back.At just 24, she is an Olympian, an Arab Champion, and a rising force in international…
- Egypt's Most Prolific Swimmer: AbdelRahman "Haridi" ElAraby · 1 h 28 min · Season 2 Episode 27In this dynamic episode of Beyond the Buzzer, we’re joined by Egypt’s Olympic swimmer Abdelrahman Elaraby, Haridi, in a one-of-a-kind setup filmed between the pool and the studio…
- Stillness in the Storm: The Rise of Zaid Kareem · 60 min · Season 2 Episode 26Zaid Kareem is one of the most dominant taekwondo athletes in the world today. 🥋An Olympic silver medalist, a Youth Olympic bronze medalist, and the only Jordanian ever to medal…
- Football's Just Part of the Story: Alvin Kamara · 19 min · Season 2 Episode 25Alvin Kamara is an NFL superstar, having won rookie of the year, made 5 pro-bowl features in 8 NFL seasons, owning the record for most rushing yards for the New Orleans Saints…
- Nour Hadid: Lebanon's Fastest Man Opens Up About the Long Run · 1 h 3 min · Season 2 Episode 24Noor Hadid is 32 years old, a Lebanese sprinter, and still getting faster.In a sport built for youth and powered by infrastructure, Noor is pushing back against both—rebuilding…
- Taekwondo, Tactics & Identity: Omar Ismail on the Art of the Fight · 1 h 17 min · Season 2 Episode 23At just 19 years old, Omar Ismail has already competed on the biggest stage in the world—the Olympics. But for him, taekwondo isn’t just a sport. It’s purpose, discipline, and a…
- Ed Lucas: From Loss to Light, On and Off the Court · 1 h 48 min · Season 2 Episode 22In this uniquely raw and dynamic episode of Beyond The Buzzer, we sit down with Ed—on and off the basketball court—for a conversation that moves in every sense of the word. Ed…
- From Euro Leagues to YouTube: Jesse Chuku's Second Act as Chewkz · 59 min · Season 2 Episode 20Jesse Chuku—better known online as Chewkz—has lived multiple lives: pro hooper, content creator, and disciplined student of self-reinvention. In this episode of Beyond The…
- The Mentality of a Champion: Layla Almasri’s Fight On & Off the Track · 1 h 15 min · Season 2 Episode 19Layla Almasri isn’t just a runner—she’s a symbol of resilience, representation, and purpose. From growing up in Colorado as a first-generation Palestinian-American to breaking…
- Rubi Habash: Legacy, Love, and Life as a Mom · 52 min · Season 2 Episode 18From dominating the Jordanian basketball scene to stepping into the spotlight as a TV presenter, Rubi Habash has never backed down from a challenge. But her story is more than…
- Maria Saab: Shatter Your Limiting Beliefs and Unlock Your Full Potential · 1 h 23 min · Season 2 Episode 17Maria Saab is MENA's TOP High-Performance Coach. Her work spans top-level executives, athletes, and artists, but her message is always the same: the only thing that stops us from…
- Rui Hachimura: Inside the Rise of Japan's First NBA Lottery Pick · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 16Rui Hachemura is a superstar for the LA Lakers and the Japanese National Team--but before that, Rui didn't even know what the NBA was! In this candid conversation with Sam, Rui…
- Rasha Abdo: Perfecting the Balancing Act · 1 h 6 min · Season 2 Episode 15Rasha Abdo is a professional hooper, a seasoned tech employee, and an active mother of two. While her schedule may sound packed for others, Rasha manages her time efficiently and…
- Valerie Tarazi: Using Sports as a Catalyst for Social Change · 1 h 48 min · Season 2 Episode 14In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Valerie Tarazi, a Palestinian-American swimming sensation who has carved her place on the global stage through…
- Internal Series: Trade Deadline Scenarios, All-Star Selections, Is it Wemby's league already?! · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 12The internal gang get together again to discuss what's been going on in the league. From OKC and Cleveland dominance, to Houston's surprise run, to end of season award picks…
