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NFL Vets Daren Bates and Jalen Collins talk Sports, Culture and Current Events with Special Guests

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Today's episode of the Raw Room features special guest Deuce Glenn, son of New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn, as he joins the squad in studio as he shares stories of his athletic career, growing up with an NFL star father and the unique experience... more

Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Pro Bowl tight end Eric Ebron as he joins the squad in studio to discuss his path from unknown, and inexperienced, high school football prospect to top 10 pick in the NFL Draft, becoming a UNC Tarheel l... more

Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Pro Bowl running back Justin Forsett as he joins the squad in the studio to discuss his unique road through the college ranks and NFL as a 2 star prospect coming out of Texas, by way of Florida, having ... more

Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Last Chance U star Ronald Ollie as he joins the squad for the first time in the new studio as he catches the guys up on what he's been doing including a documentary centered around his life in the works... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Ebron
NFL tight end, UNC Tar Heel legend
Former NFL player, Detroit Lions/Carolina Panthers/Indianapolis Colts
Episode: Lava Flower (ft Eric Ebron: Former Pro Bowl TE)
Justin Forsett
NFL Pro Bowl running back, Cal Legend
Former NFL teams; Cal; Hustle Clean founder
Episode: Pinyatti (ft Justin Forsett)
Ronald Ollie
NFL player and subject of a forthcoming documentary; multiple mentions of his focus on youth camps and storytelling
Undisclosed team/Film collaboration in Frame Bright Media
Episode: Doc Holidaze (ft Ronald Ollie)
Zach Pascal
NFL wide receiver who played in the episode; introduced as a guest on the show.
Indianapolis Colts (at times referenced in the conversation)
Episode: First Class Frost (ft Zach Pascal)
Avery Williamson
Avery Williamson, NFL linebacker and guest on the episode
Former NFL player (Tennessee Titans, New York Jets, etc.)
Episode: Deep Breath (ft Avery Williamson)
Shawne Merriman
Former NFL linebacker known for the Lights Out moniker and branding ventures
San Diego Chargers (and NFL)
Episode: Baja Blue (ft Shawne Merriman)
Navv Greene
Special guest, Broken Play alum
Broken Play
Episode: Don Mega (ft Broken Play Show: Navv Greene, Reggie Ball, & Jojo Alonso)
Reggie Ball
Special guest, Georgia Tech quarterback
Georgia Tech
Episode: Don Mega (ft Broken Play Show: Navv Greene, Reggie Ball, & Jojo Alonso)
Jojo Alonso
Special guest, media/podcast host
Raw Room/Broken Play
Episode: Don Mega (ft Broken Play Show: Navv Greene, Reggie Ball, & Jojo Alonso)

Hosts

Kobe
Host of Raw Room and facilitator of conversations on sports culture and current events
Daren Bates
Host of the show and NFL veteran, frequently guiding football-focused segments
Jalen Collins
Host/Co-host with a background in NFL, helps drive conversations

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 624 ratings
  • sweet is hilarious

    raptors are birds?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karsonmapes
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best football podcast

    Yall got the best stories and insight of the game ,became a bigger football fan cuz of yall keep up the good work roomies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edrizzle134
    Canadaa year ago
  • Question

    Man when Bates getting back on the show? Not a FaceTime call, actually on THE SHOW!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Phone Game Geek
    United States2 years ago
  • Best pod out

    This man bates is the funniest player out and shout out the BIG BACKS , love BB hour ✅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigllon
    United States2 years ago
  • Dope pod

    Great cast, great show impatiently waiting on every show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamyamer
    United States2 years ago

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Talking Points

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Sticky Rice
Q: What happened with the fans that harassed DK Metcalf?
The fans displayed derogatory behavior towards DK, and the team must address such issues to ensure a respectful environment for all players.
Sticky Rice
Q: What do you think they'll look like next year?
We expect them to be in playoff conversations, and some fans might think otherwise, but we have a new coach and good recruiting.
Cold Snap
Q: Have you navigated any discrepancies between your school choice and family opinions during your recruiting process?
The decision was ultimately mine; my family supported me but had no say in my choice of school.
Blue Lobster
Q: How do we get into these situations where it's guys have a lot going for them, and then something happens?
Judging solely based on allegations and rushing to conclusions causes severe repercussions without knowing all the details.
Roast Mellow (ft Lauren Askevold)
Q: How do you handle the delivery of bad news to a player?
Lauren describes her approach to delivering bad news by being honest and straightforward while providing encouragement to keep athletes engaged.

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What is Raw Room about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on NFL veterans sharing hard-wought career lessons, locker-room culture, and life after football, with a recurring emphasis on mentorship, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Episodes blend personal storytelling with industry shifts—from college-to-pro pathways and NIL to coaching changes and player wellness—delivered in an energetic, unfiltered style. A standout is the ongoing Raw Room Academy and related ventures that connect athletes with mentorship and youth initiatives, creating a distinctive mix of sports, culture, and business talk that's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy candid athlete-driven conversations and practical career insights.

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Raw Room launched 6 years ago and published 323 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Raw Room include:

1. Eric Ebron
2. Justin Forsett
3. Ronald Ollie
4. Zach Pascal
5. Avery Williamson
6. Shawne Merriman
7. Navv Greene
8. Reggie Ball

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