Brooks and Beckles

May 03 2024 28 ep. 45 mins 10

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Former Buccaneers Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles talk everything Tampa Bay sports and lifestyle.

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Lightning Season Ends & The Buccaneers Draft

May 03 2024 39 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning's season and what lies ahead for the team, plus how did the Buccaneers do in the NFL Draft and how players are prepared for the burden of stardom.

Lightning In The Playoffs & Bucs Needs In NFL Draft

Apr 23 2024 41 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning's performance in the playoffs and the intricacies of playoff hockey. They also touch on the history of black players in hockey and the efforts to promote diversity in the sport. The conversation then shifts to the NFL draft and the excitement and uncertainty that young players experience during this time. They also

Serving a $4,000 Bottle of Cognac

Apr 12 2024 47 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss vacations, business, philanthropy, and the NFL Draft. They share personal experiences such as the importance of being selfish in order to be successful, learning from billionaires and the challenges and uncertainties of the NFL Draft and the evaluation process.

How the NFL Draft Has Changed Over The Years

Apr 02 2024 37 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles talk about how the NFL Draft has changed over the years, their draft day experiences, what their rookie camp was like and being a leader on a football team.

Buccaneers Keeping The Band Together

Mar 25 2024 31 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' off-season moves including who they re-signed and who they traded. They discuss Russell Wilson and Justin Fields going to the Pittsburgh Steelers, teaching the quarterback position and the job Jason Licht has done as the Buccaneers GM.

When Hardy Nickerson Broke Tony Mayberry's Thumb On Purpose

Mar 15 2024 53 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles are joined by former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Center Tony Mayberry. They discuss playing for the Bucs transformation under Coach Tony Dungy, the changes in college football, why Mayberry attended Wake Forest University, his transition from guard to center, the role of the center in offensives and the toughness of NFL players. They also tell stories about

The Growth of The Tampa Bay Lightning

Mar 08 2024 35 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning’s recent play, the growth of the organization, the character of players, building a strong culture, and the impact in the community. They also discuss the future of Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs with the Buccaneers.

Gary Sheffield on The Hall of Fame, His Bat Waggle & Being From Tampa

Mar 01 2024 55 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles are joined by Tampa baseball great Gary Sheffield to discuss why he isn't in the Hall of Fame, his frustration with being included in the Mitchell Report, his love for football and baseball and being a parent of athletes. Sheffield explains the origins of his bat flip and bat waggle, he reflects on the importance of team dynamics, he talks leaders

Looking Back At Bucs Season & Super Bowl Predictions

Feb 05 2024 37 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles look back at this year's Buccaneers season, what lies ahead for the team, remembering back to their Super Bowl preparation in 2002, the importance of discipline, attention to detail, and efficient practice sessions, plus their Super Bowl predictions.

Buccaneers Season Ends, African American Coaches & Conference Championship Predictions

Jan 26 2024 34 mins

Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles discuss the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ season, contract priorities and the future of Mike Evans. Plus they touch on the progress of African-American head coaches in the NFL and the importance of relationships in coaching hires. Then they give their Conference Championship predictions and thoughts on the Tampa Bay Lightning’s recent run of wins.