This week Shanta is joined Co-Host Tyrone Smith who is a former NFL Player, turned Author, Motivational Speaker and more, with special guests Kristal, Sameria, DeMone, Jonathan, and Jaden for volume one of Authentic Teen Talks. This episode we discussion: Determination, Focus, Goals, Dreams, and Purpose.

About Co-Host; former NFL player, speaker, author, and podcast host of First and Goal.
Tyrone Smith is a nationally recognized lecturer, author, leader, community activist and motivational speaker. After he retired from playing professional football, Tyrone dedicated his life to helping youth and young adults score in life by obtaining the tools needed to enhance academic, social and moral development.

Tyrone’s philosophy, which stresses educational prowess and proactive social behavior, helps today’s youth and young adults become the leaders of tomorrow. Tyrone is a published author with the recent release of his book titled Outside The Huddle: Steps to Developing a Game Plan for Life. Outside the Huddle describes Tyrone’s heart-pounding journey from being an at-risk, inner city youth struggling in school with personal setbacks and yet making it to the NFL and life after football. Tyrone attacks the issues today’s youth and young adults can relate to with an explosive message delivered through the lessons he has learned along the way.
This dynamic book is a must-read for anyone who wants to get motivated to live with purpose to overcome adversity. He is the Founder of First and Goal Incorporated, a non-profit organization that provides the support and resources to help youth succeed in life.

websites: http://www.tyronesmith24.com/
https://www.teamfirstandgoal.org/