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The Wonbyone Podcast
Welcome to The WonByOne Podcast. I’m Obi Emegano — 9-year professional basketball player, Olympian, and founder of Wonbyone.
This is a space for real conversations — with athletes, entrepreneurs, and leaders, about the systems, habits, and mindsets behind growth and success.
No highlight reels. No shortcuts. Just hard work, the lessons, and the process behind it all.
Episodes
55 episodes
54. Overseas Life & Hard Truths: Robert Crawford’s Basketball Journey
On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with 10-year overseas pro and longtime friend Robert Crawford to talk about the real journey—on and off the court. From JUCO to Division I to international ball, Rob opens up about ...
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53. The Science of Recovery: How Genetics Can Change Your Game with Dr. Kendal Stewart
On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Dr. Kendal Stewart—MD, neurosurgical specialist, and expert in genetic-based performance and recovery—for a deep dive into the science that athletes need to know.They break dow...
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52. Confidence, Culture Shock, and the Call-Up: Cam McGriff’s Story
On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with pro hooper and brand founder Cameron McGriff to talk about the grind of going pro, building confidence without shortcuts, and how a 10-day NBA contract changed everything. From...
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51. Still Scoring at 36: Lessons on Longevity On The Court From Jazz Ferguson
On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano chops it up with Jazz Ferguson—a 15-year overseas pro whose story proves that where you start doesn’t define where you end up. From being overlooked in high school to leading leagues in scori...
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50. Pro Mindset, Pro Results: How E.J. Anosike Built His Own Path
On this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano links up with fellow Nigerian hooper and pro player E.J. Anosike to talk about what it really takes to go from underdog to overseas pro. From being the youngest of eight in a basketball famil...
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49. Injuries, Rehab, and Becoming A Trainer - Marcus Williams
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with trainer Marcus Williams (@@musclenmotiv8) to talk about overcoming injury, building bulletproof knees, and why most athletes are doing it wrong in the weight room. They get int...
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48. Built, Not Born: How Baylee Steele Willed His Way to Pro Hoops
On this episode of the Won by One Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with pro hooper and overseas vet Baylee Steele to talk about what it really takes to chase a dream that doesn’t come easy. From picking up basketball as a 16-year-old to grinding ...
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47. Pressure, Failure, and the Comeback: Ellie Cooper’s Mental Game
On this episode of the Won by One Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with former Florida State softball star turned Director of Player Performance, Ellie Cooper, to explore what it really takes to compete at the highest level—mentally, emotionally,...
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46. From Injury to Identity: How Leo Svete Became an Elite NBA Shooting Coach
On this episode of the Won by One Podcast, Obi Emegano sits down with NBA shooting coach and former pro hooper Leo Svete to unpack the journey behind the jumper. From suffering two ACL tears before college to walking away from the game...
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45. Lindy Waters III Mental Health in Basketball, Native Pride, and Overcoming the Odds
On this episode, Obi sits down with pro basketball player Lindy Waters III to dive deep into the intersection of mental health and sports. From the pressures of performing at the highest level to the importance of mental wellness both on and of...
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Episode 45
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44. Emma Ryan & Dr. Kevin White health and wellness, resilience and the power of community
On this episode Obi sits down with nutrition, health coach and owner of Eat Plant OKC, Emma Ryan and Dr. Kevin White, Emergency Medicine Physician. For all the athletes listening, you dont want to miss this one, we cover everything health, well...
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Episode 44
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43. James Washington: 13 YEAR VETERAN! Overseas Basketball professional
On this episode Obi sits down with 13 year veteran James Washington. James shares valuable insights of his journey all throughout Europe. They dive into learning ways to be comfortable overseas, how to find your happiness, the W1n List and more...
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42. Amanze Egekeze: Hollywood movies? Doubling for Giannis Antetokounmpo, finding stillness in isolation, mentally adapting to life and hoops overseas and more
On this episode Obi sits down with Amanze Egekeze, a member of the Nigerian National Team, professional basketball player, and aspiring actor. As they discuss his introduction to acting, where he doubled as Giannis Antetokounmpo, finding ...
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Episode 42
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41. Adhering to the plan, delayed gratification
On this episode Obi discusses our societies inability to adhere to any given plan, and the benefits of delayed gratification. Make sure to follow us.WONBYONE IG: https://ww...
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Episode 41
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40. Chad Foster: Harvard business school's first blind graduate
On this episode Obi sits down with Chad Foster, Harvard business school's first blind graduate as they discuss paving your own way, the anatomy of resiliency, changing your perspective on how you deal with adversity, defying the odds and more. ...
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Episode 40
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39. Sean Armand: 10 year overseas veteran on dealing with injuries, European basketball, finding your own happiness
On this episode Obi sits down with 10 year professional basketball player Sean Armand as they discuss dealing with injuries, European basketball, finding your own happiness and more. Make sure to follow us.WONBYONE IG:
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Episode 39
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38. Combatting Fear, understanding our fears, how were influenced by them and dealing with emotions
On this episode Obi sits down with Obi discusses combating fear, how we are influenced by our fears and actionable ways to deal with our emotions. Make sure to follow us.OBI EMEGANO IG:
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Episode 38
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37. Jordan Millier: GNWY on suicide prevention, your WHAT and WHY, creating a community
On this episode Obi sits down with Jordan Miller with GNWY a nonprofit dedicated towards providing mental support to those in need. We dive into some sensitive subjects like suicide and suicide prevention, seeking help, understanding your...
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36. W1N LIST
On this episode Obi discusses a new method of gauging productivity, practical ways on how to implement it, the discipline necessary to see a plan through to the end and more. Make sure to follow us.WONBYONE IG:
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35. Tyler Harvey: From walk-on to being drafted in 2015 to the Orlando Magic, visualization, hard work and consistency & more
On this episode Obi sits down with Tyler Harvey former walk on stand out who was drafted in 2015 by the Orlando Magic, and is currently in Australia with the Illawarra Hawks. Tyler shares his journey to success including tools that are of...
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Episode 35
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34. Road to 2020 Olympics, being coachable, taking instructions
In today's episode Obi dives into his road to the olympics, switching positions, learning to be coachable, learning how to take positive feedback and more. WONBYONE IG: https://www.in...
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Episode 34
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33. Justin Broiles: Former NFL player on having a winners mindset, staying true to yourself, and dealing with fear of other people's opinions- Justin Broiles
In today's episode Obi sits down with Justin Broiles as they discuss what it truly means to win. How fear of other people's opinion affects our behaviors and the importance of staying true to yourself and being humble.Make sure to...
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Episode 33
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32. Reflection, Being a doer, tracking behaviors and visualization
In todays episode Obi discusses the importance of reflection, how to properly engage in reflection, tools to help on your journey and much more. Make sure to follow us.WONBYONE IG:
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31. Chimezie Metu: Of the Sacramento Kings on Culture and Heritage, Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Staying focused on the primary goal
In today's episode Obi sits down with NBA player, fellow Nigerian National team member, and Olympian Chimezie Metu. Mezie shares some insight on how his Olympic experience went, the battles of being an NBA player and how he stays focused and lo...
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Episode 31
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30. Procrastination, Being captivated by Fear & Combatting the two
In today's episode Obi dives into procrastination. The threats it poses to our development, how to avoid it, how it hides and masks itself under the term 'fear' and how to change your mindset to make sure you become fully aware of this potentia...
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