Episodes

  • Kevin “The Flushing Flash” Kelley on Mental Health in Boxing, Athlete Mindset, and Life After Sports

    Kevin “The Flushing Flash” Kelley on Mental Health in Boxing, Athlete Mindset, and Life After Sports
    Apr 6 2026
    On this episode of Bailey and Buck Unplugged, hosts Misty Buck, Robert Bailey, and Bailey Brooks Mashburn sit down with boxing legend Kevin “The Flushing Flash” Kelley for a powerful conversation on mental health in boxing, athlete mindset, and life beyond the ring.Kevin Kelley is a former professional boxing champion who rose through the ranks to become a two-time world champion, holding the WBC Featherweight title (1993–1995) and the WBU Featherweight title (1995–1997). Known for his electrifying fighting style and resilience, Kevin shares firsthand insight into the realities of competing at the highest level.This episode explores the mental health challenges of professional athletes, including the pressure to perform, burnout, recovery, and the transition after a competitive career. Kevin opens up about his journey through the highs of championship success and the lows that come with stepping away from the sport, offering real perspective on resilience, discipline, and long-term wellness.The conversation also dives into the evolution of boxing, the rise of celebrity fighters, and the importance of brain health, sports psychology, and training mindset in both boxing and football.Today, Kevin continues to train athletes and co-hosts The Sucker Punch Show, staying deeply connected to the boxing world.On this episode of Bailey and Buck Unplugged, hosts Misty Buck, Robert Bailey, and Bailey Brooks Mashburn sit down with boxing legend Kevin “The Flushing Flash” Kelley for a powerful conversation on mental health in boxing, athlete mindset, and life beyond the ring.Kevin Kelley is a former professional boxing champion who rose through the ranks to become a two-time world champion, holding the WBC Featherweight title (1993–1995) and the WBU Featherweight title (1995–1997). Known for his electrifying fighting style and resilience, Kevin shares firsthand insight into the realities of competing at the highest level.This episode explores the mental health challenges of professional athletes, including the pressure to perform, burnout, recovery, and the transition after a competitive career. Kevin opens up about his journey through the highs of championship success and the lows that come with stepping away from the sport, offering real perspective on resilience, discipline, and long-term wellness.The conversation also dives into the evolution of boxing, the rise of celebrity fighters, and the importance of brain health, sports psychology, and training mindset in both boxing and football.Today, Kevin continues to train athletes and co-hosts The Sucker Punch Show, staying deeply connected to the boxing world.*******About the Show:Bailey and Buck Unplugged, hosted by Robert Bailey, Bailey Brooks Mashburn, and Misty Buck, is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation, focused on conversations around mental health, performance, and personal growth. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 (free, confidential)
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • George Mumford on Michael Jordan, Mindfulness, Flow Triggers, and Mental Performance

    George Mumford on Michael Jordan, Mindfulness, Flow Triggers, and Mental Performance
    Mar 30 2026
    George Mumford joins Bailey & Buck Unplugged for a powerful conversation on mindfulness, mental performance, flow triggers, addiction recovery, stress, happiness, and what it really takes to grow through adversity. Known as the “performance whisperer,” George opens up about the injury that ended his basketball career, his recovery journey, and how mindfulness helped reshape his life and purpose. In this episode, George shares how that path led him to work with Phil Jackson and the Chicago Bulls after Michael Jordan retired, why crisis can also mean opportunity, how flow starts with getting comfortable being uncomfortable, and what it looks like to make choices that stay in alignment with who you are. He also talks about forgiveness, purpose, core values, growth, and why struggle can bring out something stronger in all of us. This episode is for athletes, parents, coaches, competitors, and anyone trying to handle pressure, setbacks, change, and mental health with more intention. In this episode: • Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and the Chicago Bulls during a time of crisis • Mindfulness and mental performance • Flow triggers and growth under pressure • Addiction recovery and identity after sports • Core values, worthy cause, and personal alignment • Stress, forgiveness, and long-term happiness Key quotes from the episode: • “Hey, great players make everybody else great, so you have to share the burden.” • “Crisis has 2 meanings.” • “I take roadblocks and turn them into stepping stones.” • “All I gotta do is learn the lesson, and it’s gonna be fun, the joy of discovery.” • “The science says that 90 percent of long-term happiness is predicated on how the brain and the nervous system interprets experience.” • “When you know better, you do better.” • “No struggle, no swag. I got swag. I earned that.” • “When I align with the divine, everything is fine and right on time.” • “The only time you have is now, the only one you can be is you, and all you need is love.” Bailey and Buck Unplugged, hosted by Robert Bailey, Bailey Brooks Mashburn, and Misty Buck, is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation. 🧡 If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 (free, confidential). 🧡 In an emergency, call 911. 🧡 More resources at kennedykids.org. 🧡 Show your support for mental health. Subscribe, like, comment, and share.
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    52 mins
  • Rod Mack: Community Leader, and Football Coach, On Building A Healthy Mindset In the Next Generation

    Rod Mack: Community Leader, and Football Coach, On Building A Healthy Mindset In the Next Generation
    Mar 23 2026
    On this episode of Bailey and Buck Unplugged: Rob and Misty speak with community leader, and U football linebacker legend Rod Mack! In today's conversation Rod details his experiences managing his own mental health throughout his journey from being a high performance athlete to coaching the next generation of football players. A standout scholar-athlete, Rod began his football journey with the North Dade Bulldogs before excelling at Monsignor Edward Pace High School. Ranked among Florida’s top 50 players, he earned All-Dade and All-State honors, served as team captain and Most Valuable Defensive Player, and was recognized as a National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete in 1995. He was later inducted into his high school Hall of Fame in 2016. Rod continued his success at the University of Miami as a starting linebacker and four-year letterman, graduating with dual degrees in Business Management and Finance. In 2010, Rod co-founded the Miami Gardens Ravens Youth Football Academy, now the city’s largest and most successful volunteer youth program. As President, he has led the Ravens to 16 National Championships, helped develop 150+ collegiate athletes, and mentored thousands of young boys and girls. The program’s national impact led to an international invitation to Brazil in 2025 to help launch a youth football initiative modeled after the Ravens.

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). If you are in immediate danger, dial 911.

    More mental health resources: Kennedy Kids Foundation Resources
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    44 mins
  • Mental Health Quick Cast: Oscar Cuza

    Mental Health Quick Cast: Oscar Cuza
    Mar 16 2026
    In this episode, we welcome Oscar Cuza, founder of Performance and Recovery System, a Miami-based athletic recovery and wellness facility serving pro athletes and high performers. Oscar shares why recovery should be proactive, not reactive, and why true performance goes far beyond the physical body. We dive into the powerful connection between mental health, emotional wellness, athletic recovery, and peak performance, including how mindset affects healing, confidence, burnout, and return-to-play. Oscar also discusses the role of breathwork, cryotherapy, hyperbaric therapy, red light therapy, gratitude, and nervous system regulation in helping athletes and everyday individuals perform at their best. This conversation explores how the mind-body connection impacts recovery, resilience, stress, and overall wellness—and why a holistic approach is essential for both athletes and anyone navigating high-performance living.

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation.

    If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

    If you are in immediate danger, dial 911.

    More mental health resources: Kennedy Kids Foundation Resources
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    34 mins
  • Oscar Cuza of PR Systems: The Mind-Body Connection Behind Peak Performance

    Oscar Cuza of PR Systems: The Mind-Body Connection Behind Peak Performance
    Mar 9 2026
    In this episode, we welcome Oscar Cuza, founder of Performance and Recovery System, a Miami-based athletic recovery and wellness facility serving pro athletes and high performers. Oscar shares why recovery should be proactive, not reactive, and why true performance goes far beyond the physical body. We dive into the powerful connection between mental health, emotional wellness, athletic recovery, and peak performance, including how mindset affects healing, confidence, burnout, and return-to-play. Oscar also discusses the role of breathwork, cryotherapy, hyperbaric therapy, red light therapy, gratitude, and nervous system regulation in helping athletes and everyday individuals perform at their best. This conversation explores how the mind-body connection impacts recovery, resilience, stress, and overall wellness—and why a holistic approach is essential for both athletes and anyone navigating high-performance living.

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation.

    If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

    If you are in immediate danger, dial 911.

    More mental health resources: Kennedy Kids Foundation Resources
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    56 mins
  • Mental Health Quick Cast: Randal Thrill Hill

    Mental Health Quick Cast: Randal Thrill Hill
    Mar 4 2026
    What happens after the lights fade and the stadium empties? On this powerful episode of Bailey & Buck Unplugged, we sit down with Miami Hurricanes legend Randal Hill — known to fans as “Thrill Hill” — to talk about life beyond the game, mental toughness, leadership, and the transition from the NFL to a 20-year career as a federal agent. A standout wide receiver at the Miami Hurricanes football, Hill was part of the 1987 National Championship team and delivered one of the most iconic plays in college football history — the unforgettable 44-yard catch against Notre Dame Fighting Irish football at the Orange Bowl. He later became a first-round NFL Draft pick, playing seven seasons with the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, and New Orleans Saints. But what makes this conversation extraordinary is what came next. After football, Randal built a second high-pressure career in federal law enforcement — navigating national security, courtroom testimony, and global operations. He opens up about: The mental stress of playing in the NFL vs. serving as a federal agent Performing under pressure when mistakes aren’t an option Facing racism and adversity in college and choosing resilience over reaction Why learning to cope with change is the key to mental health The importance of upward mobility, mentorship, and surrounding yourself with strong leaders Transitioning from professional sports to a meaningful second career Randal shares powerful insights on leadership, discipline, mental health awareness, and why structure after sports is critical for long-term success. If you’re an athlete navigating retirement, a veteran transitioning careers, or someone working through life’s inevitable changes, this episode delivers real-world wisdom from someone who has lived it at the highest levels. This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, and building a legacy beyond the spotlight.
    🎧 Follow Randal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randal_thrill_hill/

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation.
    If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). If you are in immediate danger, dial 911.

    More mental health resources: KennedyKids.org #MentalHealth #NFLTransition #MiamiHurricanes #Leadership #Resilience #LifeAfterSports #BaileyAndBuckUnplugged
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    33 mins
  • Mental Health Quick Cast: Bryant McFadden

    Mental Health Quick Cast: Bryant McFadden
    Mar 2 2026
    Former NFL cornerback Bryant McFadden (B Mac), two-time Super Bowl champion, Florida State legend, and CBS Sports football analyst, joins Bailey & Buck Unplugged to talk about athlete mental health, identity after sports, and what life feels like when football ends. Bryant opens up about hitting a dark place when his NFL career ended, and why retirement can feel like losing your structure, your identity, and your daily purpose all at once. He breaks down what he calls “double trouble,” how being a man and being a former athlete can make asking for help feel impossible, and what finally pushed him to talk to a professional. We also get into how athletes can approach mental wellness the same way they approach film, training, and getting better every day.

    Bryant shares practical steps for finding the right therapist, why you should never settle for a “yes man,” and how building a new passion helped him stay connected to the game while creating a healthier life outside of it. Plus, the crew talks rivalry culture, NIL, and how the pressure on athletes starts way earlier than people realize.

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). If you are in immediate danger, dial 911. More mental health resources: KennedyKids.org
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  • Randal Hill: From Miami Hurricanes Legend to Federal Agent Mental Toughness, Life After the NFL

    Randal Hill: From Miami Hurricanes Legend to Federal Agent Mental Toughness, Life After the NFL
    Feb 23 2026
    What happens after the lights fade and the stadium empties? On this powerful episode of Bailey & Buck Unplugged, we sit down with Miami Hurricanes legend Randal Hill — known to fans as “Thrill Hill” — to talk about life beyond the game, mental toughness, leadership, and the transition from the NFL to a 20-year career as a federal agent. A standout wide receiver at the Miami Hurricanes football, Hill was part of the 1987 National Championship team and delivered one of the most iconic plays in college football history — the unforgettable 44-yard catch against Notre Dame Fighting Irish football at the Orange Bowl. He later became a first-round NFL Draft pick, playing seven seasons with the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, and New Orleans Saints. But what makes this conversation extraordinary is what came next. After football, Randal built a second high-pressure career in federal law enforcement — navigating national security, courtroom testimony, and global operations. He opens up about: The mental stress of playing in the NFL vs. serving as a federal agent Performing under pressure when mistakes aren’t an option Facing racism and adversity in college and choosing resilience over reaction Why learning to cope with change is the key to mental health The importance of upward mobility, mentorship, and surrounding yourself with strong leaders Transitioning from professional sports to a meaningful second career Randal shares powerful insights on leadership, discipline, mental health awareness, and why structure after sports is critical for long-term success. If you’re an athlete navigating retirement, a veteran transitioning careers, or someone working through life’s inevitable changes, this episode delivers real-world wisdom from someone who has lived it at the highest levels. This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, and building a legacy beyond the spotlight.
    🎧 Follow Randal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randal_thrill_hill/

    Bailey & Buck Unplugged is a program of the Kennedy Kids Foundation.
    If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). If you are in immediate danger, dial 911.

    More mental health resources: KennedyKids.org #MentalHealth #NFLTransition #MiamiHurricanes #Leadership #Resilience #LifeAfterSports #BaileyAndBuckUnplugged
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    53 mins