About this podcast
LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian, interviews tip-of-the-spear athletes, warriors, business people, doctors, and other rock stars discussing winning at life, adversity, current events, politics, football, and other sports. Nothing is off-limits and the conversations, insight, and experiences shared by the unique guests are riveting and insightful. To learn more about LIGHT visit www.lighthelmets.com
Episodes
The newest 20 of 29 episodes
- LIGHT Impact Season 3 Episode 4 | USMC to the NFL - Paul Quessenberry · 1 h 30 min · Season 3 Episode 4Welcome back to LIGHT Impact! Nick Esayian sits down with Paul Quessenberry, Naval Academy graduate, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and former NFL tight end with the New England…
- LIGHT Impact Season 3 Episode 3 | NFL Agent Kristen Kuliga · 49 min · Season 3 Episode 3Welcome back to LIGHT Impact! Nick Esayian sits down with Kristen Kuliga, a sports agent with more than 20 years in the sports and entertainment industry and one of the most…
- LIGHT Impact Season 3 Episode 2 | Sports Parenting Expert Jonathan Carone · 57 min · Season 3 Episode 2In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Carone, creator of Healthy Sports Parents, a podcast and platform helping parents guide their kids through youth sports in healthy…
- LIGHT Impact Season 3 Episode 1 | Double Agent - Tyler Renard · 1 h 34 min · Season 3 Episode 1Welcome to Season 3 of LIGHT Impact! Season 3 kicks off with Nick Esayian sitting down with Tyler Renard, Regional Sales Manager at LIGHT Helmets and a guy who has seen the…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | One Man Army - Joe Rafter · 1 h 11 min · Season 2 Episode 10In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we sit down with Joe Rafter — the man who took on the California legislature and won. A lifelong youth football advocate and former coach, Joe…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Sports, Science, and Safety with Dr. Ting · 54 min · Season 2 Episode 9In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Arthur J. Ting, a world-class orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist from Fremont, CA. Dr. Ting has built a highly accredited…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Dynamic Duo Deshawn McCuin and Joe Borjon · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 8In this episode we welcome two SDSU playmakers, Deshawn McCuin and Joe Borjon! Both are LIGHT ambassadors, huge advocates for player development, and passionate for the game. We…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Passing the Torch with Drew Stanton · 1 h 18 min · Season 2 Episode 7In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we sit down with NFL Journeyman and 14-year QB, Drew Stanton. Drew shares his extensive football journey; from Friday night lights, to leading…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Protecting the Brain with Dr. Peter Cummings · 1 h 42 min · Season 2 Episode 6In this episode, we feature award-winning educator, best-selling author, and accomplished physician and neuroscientist Dr. Peter Cummings! Dr. Cummings and Nick dive deep into…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 5 | No Obstacle Too Big with Ryan Williams · 1 h 20 min · Season 2 Episode 5In this episode, we welcome accomplished entrepreneur and former Navy Seal, Ryan Williams. Ryan has built a remarkable track record as a business owner, founding multiple 7-8…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 4 | Ryan Kalil - Renaissance Man · 1 h 45 min · Season 2 Episode 4In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Kalil, the NFL Pro Bowl center and 2x national champion. Ryan and Nick get into youth sports, Ryan's upbringing with a father in the NFL…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 3 | Breaking into Professional Football with Isiah Hennie · 1 h 29 min · Season 2 Episode 3In this episode, we sit down with UFL, USFL, and Sacramento State WR Isiah Hennie. Isiah shares the pivotal decisions that have helped define his journey to professional…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 2 | Decisions and High Performance with Lonie Paxton · 1 h 1 min · Season 2 Episode 2In this episode, we sit down with three-time Super Bowl Champion and former New England Patriot Lonie Paxton. From his early days to the NFL’s biggest stages, Lonie shares the…
- LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Navigating the Modern Athletic Journey with Danielle Martin · 1 h 36 min · Season 2 Episode 1In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Martin — professional athlete, mindset and performance coach, entrepreneur, and mother to elite-level athletes. Drawing from her…
- LIGHT Impact | Steve Famiano Saves Youth Football · 1 h 10 min · Season 2 Episode 7In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we welcome Steve Famiano, a representative from Save Youth Football California, as our guest. Steve shares his insights on the proposed bill that…
- LIGHT Impact | Andre 'Bo' Bosier with San Diego Legion Rugby · 1 h 53 min · Season 2 Episode 6In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Andre "Bo" Bosier, a recon Marine veteran and current team manager of the San Diego Legion rugby team. Bo shares his inspiring…
- LIGHT Impact | CEO Abed Abusaleh · 1 h 2 min · Season 2 Episode 5Welcome to the LIGHT Impact podcast, where we bring you inspiring conversations with thought leaders and change-makers who are making an impact on the world. In this episode…
- LIGHT Impact | NFL kicker John Carney · 1 h 46 min · Season 2 Episode 4Welcome to another episode of the LIGHT Impact podcast! In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest, NFL kicker John Carney. John is a former NFL kicker with over 23…
- LIGHT Impact | Interview with Entrepreneur and Military Veteran Luke Shaffer · 1 h 22 min · Season 2 Episode 3Welcome to the LIGHT Impact Podcast, where we explore the stories and experiences of individuals who are making a positive impact in the world. In this episode, we are joined by…
- LIGHT Impact | Exclusive Interview with Former NFL Quarterback Jeff Garcia · 1 h 48 min · Season 2 Episode 2In this episode, we sit down with former NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia, a four-time Pro Bowler and Grey Cup champion, to discuss his journey on and off the field. Jeff shares his…







