Mayo Sowell’s journey is one of the most powerful examples of redemption, identity, and purpose you will ever hear. After an injury ended his football career, Mayo chased instant gratification, turned to fast money, and eventually faced major prison time. But what happened in that season reshaped his entire life.
In this episode, we explore:
• The identity crisis after sports 
• How “quick wins” can destroy long-term purpose 
• The wake-up call that hit in a jail cell 
• Finding God in the darkest environments 
• Rebuilding identity through humility 
• Learning what truly drives you 
• Stepping into your calling rather than escaping it
If you're navigating transition, questioning your purpose, or trying to overcome your past, this conversation will help you take a meaningful step forward.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Mayo Sowell’s journey is one of the most powerful examples of redemption, identity, and purpose you will ever hear. After an injury ended his football career, Mayo chased instant gratification, turned to fast money, and eventually faced major prison time. But what happened in that season reshaped his entire life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we explore:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;• The identity crisis after sports
• How “quick wins” can destroy long-term purpose
• The wake-up call that hit in a jail cell
• Finding God in the darkest environments
• Rebuilding identity through humility
• Learning what truly drives you
• Stepping into your calling rather than escaping it&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you're navigating transition, questioning your purpose, or trying to overcome your past, this conversation will help you take a meaningful step forward.&lt;/p&gt;
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Mayo Sowell’s journey is one of the most powerful examples of redemption, identity, and purpose you will ever hear. After an injury ended his football career, Mayo chased instant gratification, turned to fast money, and eventually faced major prison time. But what happened in that season reshaped his entire life.

National Champ → Lost Dreams → Prison → Pastor: Mayo Sowell on Redemption, Identity, and Calling

Nate Hybl was a standout quarterback at Oklahoma and played in the NFL. When football ended, he found himself starting over with no clear plan that forced him to confront who he really was.
That led him into restaurant kitchens to founding gusto!, a fast-casual brand built on energy, optimism, and life-giving food. We explore how identity, obsession, and a willingness to do unglamorous work can turn a hard transition into a meaningful new chapter.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Nate Hybl was a standout quarterback at Oklahoma and played in the NFL. When football ended, he found himself starting over with no clear plan that forced him to confront who he really was.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That led him into restaurant kitchens to founding gusto!, a fast-casual brand built on energy, optimism, and life-giving food. We explore how identity, obsession, and a willingness to do unglamorous work can turn a hard transition into a meaningful new chapter.&lt;/p&gt;
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Former Oklahoma and NFL quarterback Nate Hybl shares how he rebuilt his life after football and created gusto!, a fast-casual brand rooted in optimism and purpose. A conversation about identity, transition, and doing the real work between dream and execution.

NFL Quarterback → Identity Reinvention → Gusto Founder: Fast-Growing, Healthy Restaurant: Nate Hybl

C. J. Stewart was drafted twice into Major League Baseball. While his big league playing career ended sooner than he hoped, he went on to coach more than forty major league players. He was chosen as the physical model for the Hank Aaron statue at Truist Park. We explore how structure, self-reflection, and exposure to new ideas shape the lives we are capable of building.

<description>&lt;p&gt;C. J. Stewart was drafted twice into Major League Baseball. While his big league playing career ended sooner than he hoped, he went on to coach more than forty major league players. He was chosen as the physical model for the Hank Aaron statue at Truist Park. We explore how structure, self-reflection, and exposure to new ideas shape the lives we are capable of building.&lt;/p&gt;
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This episode reminds us that success does not always manifest the way we imagine. C. J. Stewart was drafted twice into Major League Baseball. Still, his big league playing career ended sooner than he hoped. What did not end was his impact. He went on to coach more than forty major league players. He was chosen as the physical model for the Hank Aaron statue at Truist Park. We explore how structure, self-reflection, and exposure to new ideas shape the lives we are capable of building.

Drafted Twice → MLB Dreams Redirected → Coaching 40 MLB Players: Setbacks Into Systems: C.J. Stewart

This episode is a masterclass in reinvention. Bonneau Ansley built a real estate empire, lost almost everything in the 2008 crash, and rebuilt it into one of the top luxury brokerages in the country. In this conversation, we explore how you turn setbacks into strategy, why betting on yourself is a real skill, and how treating people well becomes a competitive advantage.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode is a masterclass in reinvention. Bonneau Ansley built a real estate empire, lost almost everything in the 2008 crash, and rebuilt it into one of the top luxury brokerages in the country. In this conversation, we explore how you turn setbacks into strategy, why betting on yourself is a real skill, and how treating people well becomes a competitive advantage.&lt;/p&gt;
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Bonneau shows what it looks like to stay hungry through success, bounce back from failure, and build a team that thrives in high-pressure environments. If you’re navigating transition, chasing a new chapter, or trying to level up your leadership, this episode gives you the mindset and moves to make it happen.

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Developer → 09' Financial Collapse → Real Estate Super Agent: Rebuilding a Life: Bonneau Ansley

This episode is a master class in entrepreneurship. Ryan Wilson went from Georgetown Law to co-founding The Gathering Spot, a private social club. He learned fast, asked for help, pitched relentlessly, and turned ninety-seven rejections into momentum to build community. Ryan talks about partnerships, leadership, acquisitions, reacquisitions, and building a team that can grow through change.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode is a master class in entrepreneurship. Ryan Wilson went from Georgetown Law to co-founding The Gathering Spot, a private social club. He learned fast, asked for help, pitched relentlessly, and turned ninety-seven rejections into momentum to build community. Ryan talks about partnerships, leadership, acquisitions, reacquisitions, and building a team that can grow through change.&lt;/p&gt;
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Everybody’s got advice, but few have lived the reality of navigating change and chasing a mission to the end.
Grateful for this conversation with an amazing human and CEO of @thegatheringspot, Ryan Wilson.

Lawyer → Hospitality Cofounder: Answering the Call When Your Life Shifts Direction: Ryan Wilson

Same Game Different Turf Podcast aims to lead the conversation on navigating transitions. Rather than reinventing oneself, it emphasizes building on an existing foundation—growing, adapting, and moving forward. The goal is to evolve into the next version of yourself, whether that means overcoming a challenge or stepping into a new opportunity.
Hosted by Mohamed Massaquoi. 
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