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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
89 episodes
86. Getting Cut, Growth & Becoming A Pro | Mike Fraser on Habits That Change Careers
In this episode of the podcast, Obi sits down with overseas veteran and coach Mike Fraser for a real conversation about professionalism, development, and what it actually takes to last in basketball.Mike shares how a 13-year pro career ...
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85. What It Really Takes to Play Pro Basketball - Rob Crawford
In this conversation, Obi and Rob break down the real demands of professional basketball — from daily training routines and recovery habits to the discipline required to stay at a high level overseas.They also dive into the state of you...
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84. Confidence, Overseas 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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83. What Coaches Really Look For in Players - Torino Johnson
In this episode of the podcast, Obi sits down with head coach, relationship engineer, and Nigerian National Team assistant coach Torino Johnson for a real conversation about coaching, leadership, and what actually drives player development....
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82. Redefining Success, Mental Resilience & the Fear of Failure | Jon Osborn on Confidence & Control
In this episode of the podcast, Obi sits down with sports psychologist and founder of Utah Sports Psych, Jon Osborn, for a real conversation about confidence, failure, and what success actually means.Jon shares how a career-ending knee ...
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81. Black History, Identity and the Weight of Responsibility | Jabee on Voice and Community
In this episode of the podcast, Obi sits down with three-time Emmy Award winner, songwriter, and community leader Jabee for a real conversation about identity, purpose, and responsibility.Jabee opens up about why Malcolm X has shaped hi...
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80. Art, Discipline, Betting on Yourself, and building a One of One Mindset - Sydnie Banks
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, I sit down with Sydnie Banks — a one-of-one luxury handbag artist whose work has been featured at New York Fashion Week and Art Basel.We talk about her path into craftsmanship, starting with cust...
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79. SUPER BOWL CHAMP Chukwuebuka Godrick's Journey form Nigeria to the NFL
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, I sit down with my brother Chukwuebuka — a Super Bowl champion who went from growing up in Lagos, Nigeria to playing in the NFL.We talk about what life really looks like chasing a pro dream back ...
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78. 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 into...
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77. From Division II to EuroLeague: Earning Your Way Up with Zach Hankins
Obi is joined by Zach Hankins to break down what it really looks like to build a pro career without shortcuts. From Division II to Xavier, overseas leagues, injuries, uncertainty, and finally reaching the EuroLeague. We talk about physicality, ...
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76. The Long Game Overseas: Injury, Process, and Consistency with Jeffrey Carroll
In this episode, Obi sits down with Jeffrey Carroll to talk about the reality of building a career overseas. They discuss coming back from injury, staying mentally locked in during uncertainty, and why consistency and routine matter when opport...
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75. Stacy Davis: 10 Years Overseas: Longevity, Adaptation, and Mental Resilience
Stacey Davis IV joins me to reflect on a decade of professional basketball overseas. We get into the mental side of the grind. Being isolated. Changing roles. Navigating injuries, stress, and uncertainty. And why learning how to preserve your v...
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74. Community Episode – Understanding Your Role, Letting Go of Ego, and Doing What the Team Needs
In this special community episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi breaks down one of the most misunderstood parts of basketball and life: roles. From youth hoops to the overseas pro game, he explains why chasing flashy skills and personal validati...
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73. Sabrina Parr on Injury Recovery, Resilience, and Coaching the Next Generation
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Sabrina Parr, six-time All-American, former ESPN host, and elite performance coach, to talk about injury, identity, and the transition from athlete to mentor. Sabrina shares how growin...
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72. Kris Martin on Overseas Grind, Playing Through Injury, and Earning Respect
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Kris Martin, fifth-year pro and former D1 hooper out of Colorado State, to talk about the unfiltered truth behind playing basketball overseas. From signing his first contract during CO...
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71. Sean Armand, 10 Yr Overseas Vet on Injuries, European Basketball, and Finding 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. This episode was recorded in 2024. Who ...
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70. Amanze Egekeze on Hollywood movies, finding stillness in isolation & adapting to hoops overseas
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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69. Community Episode – Holidays Abroad, Overseas Grind, and Learning to Embrace New Cultures
In this special community episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi opens up about the realities of playing overseas during the holidays—from missing weddings and birthdays to learning how to create new traditions in foreign countries. He shares les...
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68. Community Episode - Overcoming Adversity, Owning Your Growth, and Dealing With Setbacks
In this special community episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi reflects on the emotional highs and lows of pro basketball—from early losses that shaped his identity to the internal scoreboard that keeps him grounded today. He shares how setback...
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67. Mike Hearne on Podcasting, Real Estate, Classic Cars, and Doing Hard Things
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Mike Hearne—host of This Is Oklahoma, real estate agent, golfer, car enthusiast, and all-around connector. They talk about building one of the most consistent local podcasts in Oklahom...
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66. Billy Baron on Betting on Yourself, Building Elite Habits, and Life After Basketball
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Billy Baron, former EuroLeague sharpshooter, to talk about what it takes to build a long career overseas. Billy shares how getting benched early in Lithuania, transferring schools mult...
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65. Community Episode - The Internal Scoreboard, Obi's Time Overseas, and Changing Your Perspective
In this first Wonbyone Community episode, Obi Emegano breaks down the idea of the internal scoreboard—how to measure success by effort, discipline, and mindset instead of points, stats, or outside validation. Drawing from his first pro se...
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64. Josh Richardson on Going from Overlooked to NBA Vet and Finding Purpose Off the Court
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Josh Richardson—NBA veteran, former second-round pick, and hometown friend from Edmond, OK—to talk about the mental and physical grind behind a long pro career. Josh opens up about the...
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63. John Lewis AKA Badass Vegan on Going Vegan, Building a Brand, and Hustling with Purpose
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with John Lewis—entrepreneur, author, filmmaker, and wellness advocate known as Badass Vegan. They talk about his 20-year journey on a plant-based diet, how his mother’s cancer diagnosis...
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62. Anthony Goods on Player Development, Recruiting, and Coaching the Next Generation
In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, Obi sits down with Anthony Goods—former Stanford standout, 11-year overseas pro, and now a D1 assistant coach at Arkansas State. They talk about the transition from player to coach, the mindset young ...
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