LIGHT Impact
Episodes
25 episodes
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | One Man Army - Joe Rafter
In 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 earned the nickname "one-man army" after leading the charge to defea...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Sports, Science, and Safety with Dr. Ting
In 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 reputation for his innovative approach to the science of sports medi...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Dynamic Duo Deshawn McCuin and Joe Borjon
In 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 dive into their journeys as student-athletes, the impa...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Passing the Torch with Drew Stanton
In 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 the Michigan State Spartans, to playing for multiple teams in the NF...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Protecting the Brain with Dr. Peter Cummings
In 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 the relationship between football and brain health, and some of the ...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 5 | No Obstacle Too Big with Ryan Williams
In 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 figure companies in the e-commerce and apparel sectors. His journey b...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 4 | Ryan Kalil - Renaissance Man
In 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, his time at USC, and his career as a film and television producer a...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 3 | Breaking into Professional Football with Isiah Hennie
In 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 football. Nick and Isiah discuss how crucial it is to seize each opportuni...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 Episode 2 | Decisions and High Performance with Lonie Paxton
In 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 pivotal decisions that shaped his career and the moments that define...
LIGHT Impact Season 2 | Navigating the Modern Athletic Journey with Danielle Martin
In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Martin — professional athlete, mindset and performance coach, entrepreneur, and mother to elite-level athletes. Drawing from her personal journey through adversity and her experience guiding top-tier c...
LIGHT Impact | Steve Famiano Saves Youth Football
In 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 aimed to ban youth football in California and how they successful...
LIGHT Impact | Andre 'Bo' Bosier with San Diego Legion Rugby
In 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 journey from his military service to becoming a vital member of the ...
LIGHT Impact | CEO Abed Abusaleh
Welcome 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, we're joined by Abed Abusaleh, the CEO of Havas Edge, a leading perfo...
LIGHT Impact | NFL kicker John Carney
Welcome 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 years of experience playing professional football. He has pla...
LIGHT Impact | Interview with Entrepreneur and Military Veteran Luke Shaffer
Welcome 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 Luke Shaffer, an entrepreneur and military veteran who shares his ...
LIGHT Impact | Exclusive Interview with Former NFL Quarterback Jeff Garcia
In 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 experience growing up in a football family and his path to b...
LIGHT Impact | Football Legend Rick Mirer
In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we are thrilled to welcome football legend Rick Mirer as our special guest. Mirer is a former quarterback who played in the NFL for 12 seasons and was selected as the second overall pick in the 1993 NFL Draft.
Trauma physician, Dr. Shawn Evans, talks concussions, helmets, and the NFL
Dr. Shawn Evans, a twenty-year trauma specialist, at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, CA, speaks with LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian, about a wide range of issues from concussions, helmet technology, the NFL protocol, and more. Dr. Evans h...
Founder of SKLZ, John Sarkisian is interviewed by Nick Esayian, CEO, LIGHT Helmets
John Sarkisian, serial entrepreneur, Founder of SKLZ, athlete, and investor in LIGHT Helmets talks about the secrets to success and his view of the football helmet space through the lens of someone that has been in the sports equipment market f...
Jordan Palmer, NFL QB, entrepreneur, Founder QB Summit
Jordan Palmer, NFL QB, entrepreneur, Director of QB Development at the XFL, QB coach of Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Sam Darnold, and a host of others at his company, QB Summit, is interviewed by LIGHT Helmets CEO, Nick Esayian. They discuss J...
A Love Letter to Football
Football season is upon us and this sport is more than a game. LIGHT Helmets CEO, Nick Esayian, gives some insight, thanks, and introspection on America's greatest sport. A must-hear for every player, parent, coach, administrator, o...
Andrew Arrabito off Half Face Blades and LIGHT CEO, Nicholas Esayian unpack his life...
Nine-year Navy SEAL, businessman, and outdoor savage, Andrew Arrabito, and LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian, cover Andrew's life; childhood, tragedy, experiences in the TEAMs, business challenges, and victories... Half Face Blades has quite a foll...
Ret. US Navy SEAL, Commanding Officer, Team V, Tom Deitz and LIGHT CEO Nick Esayian
Retired Navy Seal, Executive Officer of Team V, speaks of his childhood, experience with sports, how he made it through BUD/Hell Week, both Gulf Wars, 9/11, his challenges, overcoming them, and much more with longtime friend and LIGHT Hel...
Racer and Businessman Boris Said with LIGHT CEO Nicholas Esayian
Boris Said, NASCAR driver, sportscar champion, and entrepreneur, engages in a tell-all interview with LIGHT CEO, Nicholas Esayian. Said talks about the challenges of his childhood, family, and growing up without direction until opportunity cros...
Retired Navy Seal and Entertainment Mogul Kevin Kent...
Retired Navy Seal and actor/producer, Kevin Kent shares his life experiences with LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian. Growing up an Army kid, relocating, family, sports, the decision to go into the military, becoming a Navy SEAL (BUDS/Hell Week), 9/...
