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The Secret Behind Ndamukong Suh’s 13-Year Ironman Streak
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong Suh reveals the mindset, preparation, and recovery routine that helped him never miss a game because of injury throughout his 13-year NFL career.
How Marshawn Lynch Rewrote His Narrative Beyond the NFL
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Marshawn “Beast Mode” Lynch for a real conversation about legacy beyond football.
What Fans Really Don’t Know About the NFL Draft
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong pulls back the curtain on the NFL Draft—revealing the real gap between first-round money and undrafted free agent deals, and the business behind negotiating your rookie contrac…
Jarvis Landry & Leonard Fournette Join No Free Lunch
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Jarvis Landry and Leonard Fournette of the 4th & South podcast.
The Secret to Keeping More of Your Money - Even After Tax Day!
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Mark Notarainni, EVP & General Manager of Intuit’s Consumer Group, to break down how athletes and entrepreneurs can leverage the right tools to reduce their tax…
How Athletes & Entertainers Save Millions on Taxes
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by tax expert Karlton Dennis to unpack how athletes and entrepreneurs can keep more of what they earn.
Why Most NFL Players Don’t Get Rich
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong reveals the truth about NFL money.
This Is What Fuels Vernon Davis (It’s Not Just Football)
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Vernon Davis to uncover the mindset behind his success—on and off the field.
Why Fear Isn’t Respect | Ndamukong Suh Explains
In this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong Suh dives into how fear can sometimes be mistaken for respect—and why that mindset can hold you back.
How Richard Sherman Beat the Odds On and Off the Field
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Super Bowl champion and All-Pro cornerback Richard Sherman!
The NIL Effect: Is the Draft Broken?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong dives into the world of NFL draft prospects, exploring how NIL is reshaping their path to the league.
He Turned Equinox Into a Luxury Fitness Lifestyle Empire
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Harvey Spevak, Executive Chairman of Equinox Group.
How Cousins Maine Lobster Scaled from Shark Tank to a Billion-Dollar Brand
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong Suh is joined by Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac, founders of Cousins Maine Lobster.
From Rhode Island to Napa Valley: Will Blackmon’s Journey to Becoming a Wine MVP
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong Suh sits down with NFL veteran Will Blackmon.
The Opposite of Broke: How Ndamukong Suh Prepared for Life After Football
What really happens to athletes after the money stops? On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong Suh reacts to the infamous ESPN Broke and explains how he made sure that story would never be his reality.
Darius Slay: 13-Year NFL Career, Super Bowl Champion, and Investing Beyond Football | Full Episode
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with NFL Super Bowl champion Darius Slay for a powerful and personal conversation.
Is The NFL Loyal To Its Players? | Ndamukong Suh Explains
NFL free agency is around the corner, and every year fans ask the same question. Why did that player leave? Why didn’t he stay loyal to the team that drafted him?
How Tony Khan Built AEW Into a Sports Powerhouse
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Tony Khan, President, CEO, and Founder of All Elite Wrestling.
From Jerry’s World to COSM: The Future of Fan Engagement | Full Episode
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with contributor and Head of the Cultural Leadership Fund at Andreessen Horowitz, Chris Lyons, to explore how stadiums are redefining the future of fan engagement.
Is $100 Million Really Generational Wealth? Prince Amukamara and Ndamukong Suh
He won a Super Bowl, made millions in the NFL, and invested early in crypto but Prince Amukamara says his biggest win is not football or money.
Did Waymo save the Super Bowl?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Chris Lyons — contributor and President of Web3 Media at a16z crypto — to explore how host cities of major sporting events are leveraging emerging technology to…
Andrew Siciliano on NFL RedZone, Shedeur Sanders & The Browns, & 27 Years in Sports Media
What does it really take to build a 27-year career in sports media at the highest level?
When Saints' Cam Jordan finally felt rich | Full Interview
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with All-Pro defensive lineman Cam Jordan.
Apolo's Ohno's Biggest Win, Was A Loss?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with the winningest U.S. Winter Olympian, Apolo Ohno.
Are the NFL’s Highest-Paid Broadcasters Worth It?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Andrew Marchand to discuss how Tom Brady has improved year over year in his role at FOX — and what Tony Romo’s steady decline means for CBS.
What "The Patriot Way" taught this Super Bowl Champion w/ Jonathan Jones
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Super Bowl champion and NFL veteran Jonathan Jones.
The Best and Worst of the NFL Coaching Carousel
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Forbes senior writer, Jabari Young, to talk about the business of this year's NFL coaching carousel.
How Terron Armstead Rebuilt His Hometown
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with NFL All-Pro tackle Terron Armstead to discuss life after football.
The Rebrands That Defined College Football This Year
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Forbes senior writer, Jabari Young, to recap the College Football season.
Why the NFL Invests in Overseas Games
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with NFL UK General Manager Henry Hodgson to explore how the league is expanding its global footprint.
Did the transfer portal ruin college football?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Sam Khan Jr., senior writer covering college football at The Athletic, to talk all things Transfer Portal.
Is Netflix Overpaying for Christmas NFL Games?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong goes solo with his producer to break down his predictions for this year’s Christmas Day games—and whether Netflix overpaid for the broadcast rights.
Ndamukong Suh's Biggest Wins and Regrets of 2025
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with his producer, Danny, for a solo episode, recapping the year that was in 2025 - filled with business, family and football.
She Changed Sports Forever: Val Ackerman talks 30 Years of WNBA History
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with founding president of the WNBA and current commissioner of the Big East, Val Ackerman.
Financial Fixes for 2026: Essential Tips for Your Budget
As 2025 comes to a close, Ndamukong sits down with "financial hype woman" Berna Anat to talk about goal-setting for 2026, including some special tips for budgeting in the new year. Supported by T.
Super Bowl Champ Osi Umenyiora is All In on the NFL Overseas
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with NFL Legend and 2x Super Bowl Champion, Osi Umenyiora!
Ndamukong Suh on the NFL's Strange Thanksgiving Traditions
Ndamukong sits down with journalist Jabari Young to discuss all things Thanksgiving and football, plus some Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys trash talk.
How Greg Olsen's Legendary Career Led him to Coaching
On this Thanksgiving-week episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with NFL Legend, Greg Olsen – to dish on their favorite Thanksgiving game stories, investment strategies, family life, and more, including Greg's fa…
Money Tips to Make (and Keep) You Rich w/ Nicole Lapin
In this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with New York Times bestselling author Nicole Lapin for a candid conversation about money in 2025.
Jameis Winston's Biggest Money Lessons and Regrets
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Heisman Trophy Winner and NY Giants quarterback, Jameis Winston!
Why 2025 was the Year of AI in biz and tech
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with contributor Chris Lyons to discuss the more memorable companies and technologies of 2025.
The Travel Hacks You Need (w/ The Points Guy)
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Brian Kelly — better known as The Points Guy.
Learn about Venture Capital with Ndamukong Suh
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Chris Lyons, President of Web3 and Founder of the Cultural Leadership Fund at a16z - for a crash course on venture capital.
Why Peanut left the NFL and joined the FBI w/ Charles Tillman
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with former All-Pro NFL Cornerback, Charles "Peanut" Tillman!
Is the Business of Betting Ruining Pro Sports?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Mike Vorkunov, NBA business writer for The Athletic, to unpack the growing betting scandal shaking the league.
Why a World Series Champ Worked Two Jobs (w/ Dexter Fowler)
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with MLB All-Star and World Series Champion Dexter Fowler.
Why Caitlin Clark Makes Less than an NFL Practice Player
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with women's basketball staff writer for The Athletic, Ben Pickman, to discuss the ongoing CBA negotiations in the WNBA.
How Torry Holt Went From Making $5/hour to Multi-Millions
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with 11-year NFL legend and Super Bowl Champion, Torry Holt.
Prediction Markets — Smart Strategy or Just Betting?
In this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with contributor Chris Lyons to explore the emerging world of prediction markets. Are they simply another form of betting, or a sophisticated strategy tool?
How Israel Idonije Builds Relationships and Businesses
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with former teammate and NFL vet, Israel Idonije.
How Ndamukong Suh Budgets his Empire
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with the show's very own personal finance hype woman, Berna Anat, to talk about "an ugly word for a beautiful thing" -- budgeting.
How Matt Forté Blends Fortune and Faith after the NFL
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with 10 Year NFL vet -- former Chicago Bear and New York Jet -- Matt Forté.
The $275M Rise of the Kansas City Current
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Raven Jemison, President of the NWSL's Kansas City Current.
The Mastermind Behind Nike's Success and the Portland Fire's Future
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Clare Hamill, Interim President of the WBNA's Portland Fire.
How The Kelces' & Michael Jordan's Multi-Million Dollar Liquor Brands Tap Into Fans' Tastes
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with contributor Chris Lyons to talk about the most successful athlete-owned liquor brands, and how they're standing out--and making money--in a crowded market.
Has the Business of Youth Sports Gone Too Far?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with regular contributor Jabari Young to discuss some growing trends in youth sports --like paying for trainers and special camps--that might drain parents' pockets f…
How College Football’s new salary cap will change NIL
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with the show’s producer, Danny Sellers, to talk about the new rules and limits around paying student athletes --how they’ll affect college football rosters and how p…
Gary Vee on NFL Ownership & the Future of Collectibles
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with multi-hyphenate entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk.
What Everyone’s Missing About The Kawhi Deal w/ Jabari Young
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by regular contributor Jabari Young (Forbes) to talk about Kawhi Leonard's alleged no-work, multi-million dollar endorsement deal with Aspiration.
The Anatomy of an Endorsement w/ John Celenza - CEO of Cizzle Brands
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong talks with John Celenza of Cizzle Brands—which makes health and wellness products geared to pro athletes, and has a slate of endorsement deals across sports and leagues.
NFL Kickoff Special: Player Pay, Predictions, and Fantasy Draft
It's officially football season! And on this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong and show' producer Danny Sellers chat about the latest news affecting the bank accounts of players, owners, and fans.
How to Invest in Your Body for Peak Performance w/ Keith D'Amelio
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong talks with his friend and performance coach Keith D'Amelio, who's worked with elite athletes across sports and leagues through his company Heretic Performance.
The Financial Awakening of First-Gen Millennials w/ Berna Anat
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by Berna Anat: author, financial literacy coach, and our newest contributor!
Why We Need A Farm System For American Jobs w/ John Hope Bryant
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by John Hope Bryant, founder and head of Operation HOPE. They discuss Bryant’s own road to success and his view - laid out in his recent article in Time—that the U.S.
The Domino Effect of the ESPN & NFL Deal
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by Andrew Marchand - Sr. Sports Media Columnist with The Athletic.
The Most Expensive Branding Mistake Athletes Make w/ Cam Fordham
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Cam Fordham, former LSU lineman and the co-founder of Get Engaged Media.
How to Buy a Multi-BILLION Dollar Franchise
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by contributor, Chris Lyons!
What Can Athletes Learn From America's Largest Cannabis Brand? w/ Chris Joseph
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by Chris Joseph, Co-Founder of Wyld - the largest edible cannabis company in America.
Why do NFL Stars have to Hold Out?
On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by contributor Jabari Young to talk about all things NFL "Hold Outs".
How Dan Le Batard is changing the game after ESPN
In this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by Writer, Host and Entrepreneur, Dan Le Batard!
Why Ndamukong Suh Retired & What's Next
In this special episode, the mic gets flipped as NFL legend Ndamukong Suh joins No Free Lunch not as host, but as a guest: sitting down with the show’s producer, comedian Danny Sellers.
The Secret to Building Kevin Durant's Empire w/ Rich Kleiman
Ndamukong sits down with Rich Kleiman–a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur best known as NBA star Kevin Durant’s agent and business partner.
Will VR Take Over Live Sports? w/ Chris Lyons
In this episode, Ndamukong sits down with entrepreneur and No Free Lunch contributor Chris Lyons to explore how virtual reality is starting to enter the live sports experience.
Why Athletes Are Obsessed With Liquid Death w/ CEO Mike Cessario
Ndamukong sits down with CEO of Liquid Death, Mike Cessario, to learn how he built one of the fastest-growing water brands in the world.
How Jimmy Butler Built Big Face Coffee w/ Jabari Young
Ndamukong sits down with No Free Lunch contributor Jabari Young to talk about Big Face, NBA star Jimmy Butler's coffee brand. Coffee is a competitive, $80 billion dollar industry.
The Cost of a Bad Quarterback w/ Jordan Palmer
Former NFL quarterback Jordan Palmer is now a sought-after Quarterback coach.
The Hidden Costs of NFL Rookie Contracts w/ Vita Vea
Ndamukong talks with his former teammate and current Tampa Bay Buccaneer Vita Vea. They discuss what goes into rookie contracts - specifically the cost of being a young player in the NFL.
How the Jordan Brand grew into a $7 billion business | No Free Lunch w/ Ndamukong Suh
40 years ago, the Jordan brand started with a signature basketball shoe: it’s now the second largest sneaker company in the world.
How Athletes Reduce Their Taxes w/ Karlton Dennis | No Free Lunch w/ Ndamukong Suh
Karlton Dennis is the tax expert trusted by some of your favorite athletes. He shares some of the ways athletes and entrepreneurs can reduce their tax burden while growing their businesses.
How Candace Parker Unlocked Her Post-WNBA Career | No Free Lunch w/ Ndamakong Suh
WNBA Legend Candace Parker talks with host Ndamukong Suh about how her upbringing helped her build a Hall of Fame career on the court, and how she’s figured out what success looks like afterwards-both for her and for oth…