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On this Season 3 finale of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand marks a pivotal moment for the show, sitting down in person with a guest for the very first time as he welcomes fellow New Jersey native Daria Berenato, known to the sports entertainment world as Sonya Deville. A proud product of Shamong Township, New Jersey, Daria spent a decade in WWE competing on SmackDown and Raw, serving as an on-screen authority figure, and capturing the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. A former MMA fighter who transitioned into sports entertainment through WWE's Tough Enough competition, Daria has since built a career that extends well beyond the ring as an actress, entrepreneur, and media host whose story is one of resilience, authenticity, and the courage to forge her own path. Two New Jersey natives. One unforgettable conversation.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand sits down with Rutgers Football head coach and one of the most important people in his life, Greg Schiano. A New Jersey native and the winningest coach in Rutgers Football history, Coach Schiano has built a remarkable career in the game of football, but his relationship with Eric LeGrand defines far more than his coaching legacy. When Eric suffered his spinal cord injury on October 16, 2010, Coach Schiano was by his side immediately. And he never left. From being present constantly during Eric's extended hospital stay, to signing him to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a gesture of love and respect, to Coach Schiano and his wife Christy donating $250,000 to name a spinal cord treatment room in Eric's honor, Coach Schiano has shown time and again that some bonds run much deeper than the game. This is their story, in their own words.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand sits down with WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair, and the woman behind the superstar, Ashley Fliehr. The daughter of legendary WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair, Ashley has carved out a legacy entirely her own, becoming a 14-time women's world champion, a two-time Women's Royal Rumble winner (the first woman ever to accomplish that feat) and one of the most decorated performers in the history of sports entertainment. A second-generation wrestler, author, actress, and philanthropist, Ashley's journey from Charlotte, North Carolina, to the top of WWE is a story of resilience, identity, and the courage to step out of a legendary shadow and create one of the greatest legacies in wrestling history.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with Mike Breen, the legendary voice of the NBA. A Fordham University graduate and proud New Yorker, Mike has served as the lead play-by-play announcer for NBA games on ESPN and ABC since 2006, calling the NBA Finals a record 20 times, more than any broadcaster in league history. A Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, three-time Sports Emmy winner, and the signature voice of the New York Knicks on MSG Network, Mike Breen has spent four decades bringing basketball's biggest moments to life, including his iconic "BANG!" call that has become one of the most recognizable phrases in sports broadcasting history.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with two-time Paralympic gold medalist Ezra Frech. A track and field phenom born with congenital limb differences, Ezra won double gold at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, claiming the 100 meters and high jump T63 titles within 24 hours, the latter setting a new Paralympic record. A motivational speaker, disability rights advocate, and co-founder of Angel City Sports, Ezra made history at USC as the first above-the-knee amputee recruited to a Division I track program before turning professional with Adidas. At just 20 years old, he is already one of the most compelling figures in the world of sport, and his sights are firmly set on the 2028 Paralympic Games in his hometown of Los Angeles.

On this debut episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast's third season, host Eric LeGrand speaks with award-winning journalist, NFL analyst and Emmy Award winner Mina Kimes. A senior writer and television analyst at ESPN since 2014, Mina has become one of the most respected voices in sports media, hosting The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny, serving as a lead analyst on NFL Live, and appearing regularly on First Take, Get Up, and SportsCenter. A Yale graduate who began her career as an investigative journalist at Fortune and Bloomberg, Mina's path to becoming a premier NFL voice is a story of reinvention, relentless preparation and the power of passion.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with director, producer, writer and actor Peter Berg. With an incredible directorial resume that includes projects such as Friday Night Lights, Lone Survivor, Patriots Day and most recently American Primeval on Netflix, Peter Berg is a New York City native who is globally acclaimed for his incredible versatility and ability to thrive in every aspect of the film industry. A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with legendary sports journalist Tom Rinaldi. A winner of 16 Sports Emmy Awards, 7 Edward R. Murrow Awards, 3 Associated Press Awards and a USA Today Feature-of-the-Year Award, Tom Rinaldi has covered virtually every high-level sports event. Known for his incredible storytelling and powerfully emotional style of reporting, Rinaldi also conducted the first in-person feature with Eric LeGrand for ESPN College GameDay following his injury. A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with Doug Ellin. A screenwriter, producer and director, Doug Ellin received worldwide acclaim for his work on the hit HBO series, Entourage. He served as the executive producer, director and head writer for the show, and he also later wrote, directed and produced a film adaptation of the series in 2015. Ellin has written screenplays for additional films and has new projects in the works as well. He can also be found on the "Is That Something You Might Be Interested In Podcast" and "Victory the Podcast." A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand speaks with Eric Howk of Portugal. The Man. Eric Howk reflects on his journey of growing up in Alaska before moving to Seattle at 18-years-old to chase his music dreams. While on that mission, Howk suffered a freak accident at the age of 25 that left him paralyzed from the mid-chest down. Howk and LeGrand exchange personal stories about managing the challenges that come with life in a wheelchair, while still not allowing that disability to derail them from pursuing their ultimate aspirations. A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

On this episode of A Cup of bELieve Podcast, host Eric LeGrand talks with WWE superstar Liv Morgan, a New Jersey native who is one of the most recognizable athletes on the WWE roster. Morgan became the inaugural WWE Women's Crown Jewel Champion in 2024, and she is also a two-time WWE Women's World Champion and two-time WWE Women's Tag Team Champion (at the time of this episode release). A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

A Cup of bELieve Podcast officially kicks off its second season as host Eric LeGrand talks with his former Rutgers teammate and three-time Super Bowl champion Devin McCourty, who now works as a broadcaster and commentator since retiring from the National Football League. A Cup of bELieve Podcast is presented by Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and sponsored by MobilityWorks.

WWE Legend and Chief Content Officer Triple H talks about his inspiring story and endless pursuit. About A Cup of bELieve Podcast: After recently establishing his own coffee and bourbon brands, Eric LeGrand is now stepping to the other side of the microphone to officially launch his own podcast entitled “A Cup of bELieve.” Presented by the Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and produced by Malka Sports, the podcast features LeGrand speaking to athletes, entertainers and other notable individuals as they share stories of trials, perseverance and success.

A Cup of bELieve Podcast returns for our fifth episode this week as host Eric LeGrand interviews Ryan Clark. A Super Bowl Champion and sports analyst, Ryan also hosts the popular Pivot Podcast with Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder, and MMA show DC & RC alongside former UFC champion Daniel Cormier. After a standout college football career at LSU, Ryan was signed by the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2002. The Louisiana native went on to enjoy a 13-year career in the National Football League that included stops in Washington and with the Pittsburgh Steelers where he won a Super Bowl ring in 2009. In this conversation, Ryan talks to Eric about the importance of perseverance as well as how to embrace the second chapter of your professional career after retiring as an accomplished athlete. The two dive into some intense topics, such as Ryan’s lifelong management of a sickle cell trait condition and his emotional night on the ESPN desk after the Damar Hamlin injury. You definitely want to check out this incredible episode. About A Cup of bELieve Podcast: After recently establishing his own coffee and bourbon brands, Eric LeGrand is now stepping to the other side of the microphone to officially launch his own podcast entitled “A Cup of bELieve.” Presented by the Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and produced by Malka Sports, the podcast features LeGrand speaking to athletes, entertainers and other notable individuals as they share stories of trials, perseverance and success.

A Cup of bELieve Podcast returns for our fourth episode as host Eric LeGrand interviews Carli Lloyd, one of the most decorated players in the history of international soccer. The New Jersey native owns an incredible championship resume that includes two FIFA World Player of the Year Awards, two FIFA World Cups and two Olympic Gold Medals. Carli played her college soccer at Rutgers University and made her debut for the U.S. Women’s National Team in 2005. By the time she hung up her boots in 2021, she had registered 134 goals and 64 assists over 316 international appearances. Historically, Carli was known to rise tallest on the grandest of stages, scoring the game-winning goal in the Gold Medal Match of both the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. She was also responsible for one of the most phenomenal performances in FIFA World Cup history when she registered a hat trick in the opening 16 minutes of the 2015 Final against Japan. In this conversation, Carli talks to Eric about the importance of perseverance and always bELieving in yourself. After such an illustrious career as a soccer player, she also discusses her transition into the latest chapter of her professional life. Needless to say, you do not want to miss this episode! About A Cup of bELieve Podcast: After recently establishing his own coffee and bourbon brands, Eric LeGrand is now stepping to the other side of the microphone to officially launch his own podcast entitled “A Cup of bELieve.” Presented by the Teachers Insurance Plan of New Jersey and produced by Malka Sports, the podcast features LeGrand speaking to athletes, entertainers and other notable individuals as they share stories of trials, perseverance and success.