Épisodes

  • The Mastermind Behind Nike's Success and the Portland Fire's Future
    Sep 30 2025

    On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with Clare Hamill, Interim President of the WBNA's Portland Fire. They discuss her 43-year career at Nike - and how she's bringing that experience to bear as the head of the WNBA's newest expansion franchise.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


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    47 min
  • How The Kelces' & Michael Jordan's Multi-Million Dollar Liquor Brands Tap Into Fans' Tastes
    Sep 25 2025

    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. They discuss the difference between being the face of a brand versus being associated with one, and how both approaches track with fans and consumers.

    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    No Free Lunch releases new episodes every Tuesdays and Thursdays. Like, comment, and subscribe to the show!

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    31 min
  • Has the Business of Youth Sports Gone Too Far?
    Sep 23 2025

    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 for years to come. Are these costs worth it? And are they at the expense of kids' love of the game?


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    No Free Lunch releases new episodes every Tuesdays and Thursdays. Like, comment, and subscribe to the show!

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    37 min
  • Does College Football Have a Salary Cap Now?
    Sep 18 2025

    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 players approach increasingly lucrative NIL deals.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    No Free Lunch releases new episodes every Tuesdays and Thursdays. Like, comment, and subscribe to the show!

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    37 min
  • How to Build NFL Ownership-Level Wealth w/Gary Vee
    Sep 16 2025

    On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with multi-hyphenate entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuck. They talk about how Gary's lifelong passions have driven his business moves: from cards and collectibles to his dream of owning an NFL franchise - specifically the New York Jets--and how he--or anyone--can plot a course to get there.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    No Free Lunch releases new episodes every Tuesdays and Thursdays. Like, comment, and subscribe to the show!



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    56 min
  • What Everyone’s Missing About The Kawhi Deal w/ Jabari Young
    Sep 11 2025

    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. They explore what favorable endorsement deals and offers can look like from the player’s perspective, and bring in some context fans might be missing.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    29 min
  • The Anatomy of an Endorsement w/ John Celenza - CEO of Cizzle Brands
    Sep 9 2025

    On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong is joined by John Celenza, Founder & CEO of Cizzle Brands Inc. With the launch of Cizzle’s new hydration product, CWENCH, they explore the strategy behind scaling a CPG brand and the role endorsements play in driving growth and visibility.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    #nfl #money #finance

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    37 min
  • NFL Kickoff Special: Player Pay, Predictions, and Fantasy Draft
    Sep 4 2025

    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. Plus--they do a No Free Lunch fantasy draft to pick the highest- earning game of the 2025 season.


    Supported by T. Rowe Price


    Host: Ndamukong Suh

    Executive Producer: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea Scott

    Producer: Danny Sellers

    Editor: David Caputo


    Follow us at:

    Instagram: @nofreelunchshow

    TikTok: @nofreelunchshow


    Ndamukong Suh

    X: @NdamukongSuh

    Instagram: @ndamukongsuh


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    T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.


    The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.


    Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.


    #nfl #money #finance

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    33 min