# Life After The NFL with Christian Ponder

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Published: 2026-02-03T10:00:00+00:00
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Former NFL quarterback and Florida State standout Christian Ponder joins Don to discuss his journey from the high-stakes world of Texas high school football to the Minnesota Vikings. Christian shares the lessons learned from the field and the challenges of identity after the game. The heart of this conversation focuses on the current state of youth sports. Christian and Don discuss the monetization of youth leagues, the dangers of early specialization, and the vital role of sports in building character rather than just chasing trophies. Christian also shares his journey as a father and coach, offering practical advice for parents on how to stay focused on human development over athletic performance. Plus, learn about Christian’s innovative business venture, The Post, and why community is the missing link for former athletes in the business world. ----------------------------- Sponsored By: 35% Off Mitopure Gummies by Timeline: Get 35% off a one month subscription of Mitopure to Target Age-Related Cellular Decline and Promote Anti-Aging and Health Longevity. Use code STRONGER35 at checkout for 35% off for a limited time. Go to https://timeline.com/stronger35 David Protein:Buy 4 Cartons of David Protein Bars, Get 1 Free. Use code STRONGER at checkout. Go to https://davidprotein.com/stronger ----------------------------- Got a question for Don? Call 1-855-348-3546 Please direct business inquires to: podcasts@wearebv.com Music Credits: Adam Arcuragi at The Moon Recording Company —----------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Stronger 📲 Follow Don Saladino on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donsaladino Follow [guest] on Instagram 💪 For coaching, programs, and more USE CODE YOUTUBE15 FOR 15% OFF: https://donsaladino.com/gym-programs Learn more about your ad cho…

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