The Family Business with Norv and Stephanie Turner Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:02:44 -0700 http://www.thefamilybusinesspodcast.com en-us © 2026 The Family Business with Norv and Stephanie Turner yes db79d38f-a4f3-59a4-92ab-c05ec201059d Stephanie Turner episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Stephanie Turner https://storage.buzzsprout.com/98zrjmw71jd83lvrqwhkkxxjy6co?.jpg The Family Business with Norv and Stephanie Turner http://www.thefamilybusinesspodcast.com Matthew Berry: Turning Fake Football Into A Real Career Matthew Berry: Turning Fake Football Into A Real Career We sit down with Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry to talk about why quarterback play drives everything from wins to fantasy value, and why Scott rarely had a fair shot without stability under center. We also trace Matthew’s leap from Hollywood to building a fantasy football empire, then get practical about how coaches, scheme, trust, and game script change who actually touches the ball. 
• Washington’s bigger problems and why coordinators take the blame 
• Why franchise quarterbacks change the entire offense 
• Matthew Berry’s path from TV writer to fantasy football founder 
• The grind of building an audience before social media 
• The “talent and opportunity” rule for fantasy success 
• How coaching tendencies shape touches, targets, and pace 
• Why trust between quarterbacks and receivers drives production 
• The hidden context fans never see in practice and meetings 
• Game script, matchups, and playing with a lead as projection tools 
• Kyler Murray’s fresh start in Minnesota and the pressure to sustain 
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]]> We sit down with Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry to talk about why quarterback play drives everything from wins to fantasy value, and why Scott rarely had a fair shot without stability under center. We also trace Matthew’s leap from Hollywood to building a fantasy football empire, then get practical about how coaches, scheme, trust, and game script change who actually touches the ball. 
• Washington’s bigger problems and why coordinators take the blame 
• Why franchise quarterbacks change the entire offense 
• Matthew Berry’s path from TV writer to fantasy football founder 
• The grind of building an audience before social media 
• The “talent and opportunity” rule for fantasy success 
• How coaching tendencies shape touches, targets, and pace 
• Why trust between quarterbacks and receivers drives production 
• The hidden context fans never see in practice and meetings 
• Game script, matchups, and playing with a lead as projection tools 
• Kyler Murray’s fresh start in Minnesota and the pressure to sustain 
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]]> Stephanie Turner e4cc3142-b3ba-4e24-8de7-9cd98c0b5180 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0700 3119 [nil, nil] 2 1 false Christian McCaffrey: NFL Standards, Recovery & Not Boxing a Kangaroo Christian McCaffrey: NFL Standards, Recovery & Not Boxing a Kangaroo We sit down with Christian McCaffrey to get a real look at what builds a winning NFL team before the season even starts, from OTAs urgency to veteran-led standards. We swap Carolina stories, talk workload and recovery, and dig into how versatility and trust shape a career. 
• why OTAs matter for chemistry, timing, and culture 
• how veteran players set standards and hold teammates accountable 
• the “small back” label and proving you can run power football 
• touches, rhythm, and why “load management” belongs in practice 
• chasing milestones and the small moments that mean a lot 
• building versatility through multiple sports and route training 
• bye week priorities, travel strain, and international game logistics 
• team bonding stories from Carolina and what leadership looks like day to day 

]]> We sit down with Christian McCaffrey to get a real look at what builds a winning NFL team before the season even starts, from OTAs urgency to veteran-led standards. We swap Carolina stories, talk workload and recovery, and dig into how versatility and trust shape a career. 
• why OTAs matter for chemistry, timing, and culture 
• how veteran players set standards and hold teammates accountable 
• the “small back” label and proving you can run power football 
• touches, rhythm, and why “load management” belongs in practice 
• chasing milestones and the small moments that mean a lot 
• building versatility through multiple sports and route training 
• bye week priorities, travel strain, and international game logistics 
• team bonding stories from Carolina and what leadership looks like day to day 

]]> Stephanie Turner 2f8a30f1-b8eb-4f63-ae3f-a8dfff26535a Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 3534 [nil, nil] 1 25 true The Turners: Life As An NFL Family The Turners: Life As An NFL Family We talk through what it really feels like to grow up in an NFL coaching family, from sudden moves and new schools to the training camp routines that shaped our childhood. We share the behind-the-scenes realities fans rarely consider, including how loyalty, community, and work never fully turn off in pro football. 
• Scott’s move from New Jersey to the Pittsburgh area and what packing boxes reveals 
• Training camp life at colleges, long stays, and the pranks that become family lore 
• Why we don’t keep one favorite team and how fandom changes when it’s your job 
• What coaches actually do after the season ends, from self-scout to draft preparation 
• Roster evaluation mistakes, cutting bait, and trusting coaches’ eyes 
• The Minnesota playoff loss, the missed kick, and why timing matters for hard decisions 
• Spotting overlooked players and rewarding what shows up on film 





]]> We talk through what it really feels like to grow up in an NFL coaching family, from sudden moves and new schools to the training camp routines that shaped our childhood. We share the behind-the-scenes realities fans rarely consider, including how loyalty, community, and work never fully turn off in pro football. 
• Scott’s move from New Jersey to the Pittsburgh area and what packing boxes reveals 
• Training camp life at colleges, long stays, and the pranks that become family lore 
• Why we don’t keep one favorite team and how fandom changes when it’s your job 
• What coaches actually do after the season ends, from self-scout to draft preparation 
• Roster evaluation mistakes, cutting bait, and trusting coaches’ eyes 
• The Minnesota playoff loss, the missed kick, and why timing matters for hard decisions 
• Spotting overlooked players and rewarding what shows up on film 





]]> Stephanie Turner 056afdd3-568b-4af7-ae40-78fdf2409535 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 3516 [nil, nil] 1 24 false Albert Breer: Draft Reactions and Getting The Scoop Albert Breer: Draft Reactions and Getting The Scoop We break down the Rams’ surprising decision to draft Ty Simpson at No. 13 and what that says about quarterback succession plans, roster-building, and the harsh way quarterback picks get judged. Albert Breer also explains why Garrett Nussmeyer slid so far, then pulls back the curtain on how NFL insiders build trust, trade value, and survive the pressure of breaking news.
• Why the Rams’ Ty Simpson interest traces back months
• The risk of passing on immediate help for a future quarterback
• What coaches mean by quarterback “starts” and pro-ready responsibilities
• Why quarterbacks cluster in Round 1 and how the fifth-year option shapes decisions
• How injuries, medical uncertainty, and team doctors can crater draft stock
• Why Kansas City and Andy Reid can be the perfect development fit
• What a healthy coach quarterback relationship looks like in real life
• The relationship rules Albert uses to gather information without burning sources
• Mentors, old-school reporting habits, and paying forward opportunities

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]]> We break down the Rams’ surprising decision to draft Ty Simpson at No. 13 and what that says about quarterback succession plans, roster-building, and the harsh way quarterback picks get judged. Albert Breer also explains why Garrett Nussmeyer slid so far, then pulls back the curtain on how NFL insiders build trust, trade value, and survive the pressure of breaking news.
• Why the Rams’ Ty Simpson interest traces back months
• The risk of passing on immediate help for a future quarterback
• What coaches mean by quarterback “starts” and pro-ready responsibilities
• Why quarterbacks cluster in Round 1 and how the fifth-year option shapes decisions
• How injuries, medical uncertainty, and team doctors can crater draft stock
• Why Kansas City and Andy Reid can be the perfect development fit
• What a healthy coach quarterback relationship looks like in real life
• The relationship rules Albert uses to gather information without burning sources
• Mentors, old-school reporting habits, and paying forward opportunities

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]]> Stephanie Turner a3f481ac-9847-48f8-8f48-df0051490981 Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 3865 [nil, nil] 1 23 false Ryan Kalil: His Time With Cam Newton, O-Line Decline, and Life After the NFL Ryan Kalil: His Time With Cam Newton, O-Line Decline, and Life After the NFL We catch up with Ryan Kalil on the real work behind a young quarterback’s leap, from protection calls to building an offense that fits the talent. We also dig into why fundamentals are fading from youth football to the N FL and what Ryan is chasing next in film and in Mexico’s growing pro football scene. 

• Carolina’s culture and why teammates still defend Cam 
• The center’s job as the quarterback’s pre-snap partner 
• How Cam’s rookie year offense blended college run game with NFL pass concepts 
• What the lockout year taught everyone about reps and learning speed 
• Growing up in a football family and the pressure coaches’ families carry 
• Why fewer fundamentals in youth sports hurts offensive line development 
• How NIL, the portal, and CBA limits can water down player growth 
• Ryan’s move into producing plus owning an LFA team in Mexico 
• What football skills transfer to TV and film leadership 

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]]> We catch up with Ryan Kalil on the real work behind a young quarterback’s leap, from protection calls to building an offense that fits the talent. We also dig into why fundamentals are fading from youth football to the N FL and what Ryan is chasing next in film and in Mexico’s growing pro football scene. 

• Carolina’s culture and why teammates still defend Cam 
• The center’s job as the quarterback’s pre-snap partner 
• How Cam’s rookie year offense blended college run game with NFL pass concepts 
• What the lockout year taught everyone about reps and learning speed 
• Growing up in a football family and the pressure coaches’ families carry 
• Why fewer fundamentals in youth sports hurts offensive line development 
• How NIL, the portal, and CBA limits can water down player growth 
• Ryan’s move into producing plus owning an LFA team in Mexico 
• What football skills transfer to TV and film leadership 

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]]> Stephanie Turner 8fc5919d-0906-4501-b473-5ae3d3f20e95 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0700 4220 [nil, nil] 1 22 false The Turners: NFL Draft Talk The Turners: NFL Draft Talk Draft week is here, and we pull back the curtain on how NFL teams actually stack boards, fight for consensus, and make decisions when the clock is real. We share stories from our own draft rooms and explain why fit, development, and mental toughness matter as much as measurables. 
• catching up on life and why the Senior Bowl gives coaches an edge in evaluation 
• recovering from injury and why rehab and player development are underrated roster builders 
• how hard it is to get agreement in a draft room across scouts and coaches 
• the DJ Moore vs Calvin Ridley debate and what “final say” really looks like 
• why most rookies are drafted for year two and year three impact 
• evaluating Mendoza as the likely first overall pick and what he must learn fast 
• building a quarterback friendly plan with the run game and play action 
• Raiders stability questions and why patience matters in a tough division 
• other top prospects to watch and why this year feels wide open 
• draft war stories, late surprises, and how a name can appear out of nowhere 
• how teams test intangibles through interviews, film, and pressure questions 
• Teddy Bridgewater’s process and trading up to get your guy 
• scout bias, adversity, and why mental toughness is the hardest trait to project 

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]]> Draft week is here, and we pull back the curtain on how NFL teams actually stack boards, fight for consensus, and make decisions when the clock is real. We share stories from our own draft rooms and explain why fit, development, and mental toughness matter as much as measurables. 
• catching up on life and why the Senior Bowl gives coaches an edge in evaluation 
• recovering from injury and why rehab and player development are underrated roster builders 
• how hard it is to get agreement in a draft room across scouts and coaches 
• the DJ Moore vs Calvin Ridley debate and what “final say” really looks like 
• why most rookies are drafted for year two and year three impact 
• evaluating Mendoza as the likely first overall pick and what he must learn fast 
• building a quarterback friendly plan with the run game and play action 
• Raiders stability questions and why patience matters in a tough division 
• other top prospects to watch and why this year feels wide open 
• draft war stories, late surprises, and how a name can appear out of nowhere 
• how teams test intangibles through interviews, film, and pressure questions 
• Teddy Bridgewater’s process and trading up to get your guy 
• scout bias, adversity, and why mental toughness is the hardest trait to project 

Please remember to subscribe on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.

 

]]> Stephanie Turner 9873b56f-68a8-486d-8a69-ffd503121a6f Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0700 2967 [nil, nil] 21 false Mike Sando: A Super Bowl Recap Mike Sando: A Super Bowl Recap We break down why Seattle’s cautious plan suffocated New England, how protection failed the Patriots, and what roster DNA and special teams tell us about sustainable winning. We also revisit QB tiers, Darnold’s leadership arc, and how private training and coaching culture shape real growth.

• defense-first game plan over offensive fireworks
• Patriots’ protection issues and late adjustments
• no-huddle vs tempo and two-minute advantages
• possession math and why comebacks are rarer than fans think
• special teams as a reflection of team identity
• Darnold’s leadership, Drake Maye’s promise, locker room trust
• coordinator fit after Kubiak and system guardrails
• QB tiers movement and the danger of labels
• private QB coaching, mechanics, and scheme alignment
• accountability culture, body language, and detail mastery


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]]> We break down why Seattle’s cautious plan suffocated New England, how protection failed the Patriots, and what roster DNA and special teams tell us about sustainable winning. We also revisit QB tiers, Darnold’s leadership arc, and how private training and coaching culture shape real growth.

• defense-first game plan over offensive fireworks
• Patriots’ protection issues and late adjustments
• no-huddle vs tempo and two-minute advantages
• possession math and why comebacks are rarer than fans think
• special teams as a reflection of team identity
• Darnold’s leadership, Drake Maye’s promise, locker room trust
• coordinator fit after Kubiak and system guardrails
• QB tiers movement and the danger of labels
• private QB coaching, mechanics, and scheme alignment
• accountability culture, body language, and detail mastery


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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18666048 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3680 [nil, nil] 1 20 false Jordan Palmer: How Quarterbacks Are Built Jordan Palmer: How Quarterbacks Are Built We sit down with one of the most respected quarterback developers in the game today, Jordan Palmer. We talk about his history training Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow and more. We touch on building quarterbacks, keeping football pure amid hype, and why smart repetition beats noise. 


• Super Bowl and Rose Bowl memories shaping values
• Carson Palmer’s shift to high school coaching and culture reset
• How year-round QB development works in four phases
• Why private training fills NFL calendar gaps
• Internal vs external motivation and coaching cues
• From playmaker to putting the ball in play
• Mahomes and Allen as evolution case studies
• Backups, NIL, and owning your development
• Girls’ flag football growth and future market impact
• Rooting for Sam Darnold’s defining moment



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]]> We sit down with one of the most respected quarterback developers in the game today, Jordan Palmer. We talk about his history training Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow and more. We touch on building quarterbacks, keeping football pure amid hype, and why smart repetition beats noise. 


• Super Bowl and Rose Bowl memories shaping values
• Carson Palmer’s shift to high school coaching and culture reset
• How year-round QB development works in four phases
• Why private training fills NFL calendar gaps
• Internal vs external motivation and coaching cues
• From playmaker to putting the ball in play
• Mahomes and Allen as evolution case studies
• Backups, NIL, and owning your development
• Girls’ flag football growth and future market impact
• Rooting for Sam Darnold’s defining moment



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18625491 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3871 [nil, nil] 1 19 false Scott Turner: Snow, Fourth Downs, And Full-Circle Football Scott Turner: Snow, Fourth Downs, And Full-Circle Football We unpack a wild playoff weekend, debate a pivotal fourth down, and trace how real evaluation—not hype—shapes rosters and careers. Scott shares stories on Diggs, Thielen, Sam Darnold, and the art of building a balanced offense that wins in any weather.

• snow game strategy and protecting the ball
• when to trust analytics versus game flow
• why field position and modern kickoffs matter
• Thielen’s rise and Diggs’ draft-day belief
• honest roster evaluation and sunk costs
• quarterback development and patience
• special teams as a hidden edge
• Super Bowl prep during the bye week
• matchup notes on Seattle and New England



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]]> We unpack a wild playoff weekend, debate a pivotal fourth down, and trace how real evaluation—not hype—shapes rosters and careers. Scott shares stories on Diggs, Thielen, Sam Darnold, and the art of building a balanced offense that wins in any weather.

• snow game strategy and protecting the ball
• when to trust analytics versus game flow
• why field position and modern kickoffs matter
• Thielen’s rise and Diggs’ draft-day belief
• honest roster evaluation and sunk costs
• quarterback development and patience
• special teams as a hidden edge
• Super Bowl prep during the bye week
• matchup notes on Seattle and New England



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18576218 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3581 [nil, nil] 1 18 false Adam Thielen: From Practice Squad To Playoff Football Adam Thielen: From Practice Squad To Playoff Football We sit down with Adam Thielen to unpack how an undrafted special teamer built a 12 year career through route detail, mental reps, and unshakable confidence. Along the way we hit playoff lessons, officiating consistency, code word tempo, and raising multi‑sport kids.

• retirement reflections and shifting focus to golf
• why playoff football magnifies ball security and defense
• the 77 concept, motion, and routes that beat any coverage
• usage, flow state, and the competitor’s dilemma late in a career
• Caleb Williams’ off‑script throws and arm talent
• learning and living in the Coryell three‑digit system
• first 100‑yard game off one‑word tempo and heavy personnel
• mental reps from install to walkthrough to practice
• coming off the ball, stride discipline, and leverage
• coaching the craft vs scheme dependency
• parenting competitive kids and multi‑sport value
• what complete offense looks like: run, play action, keepers
• officiating consistency, accountability, and quick corrections




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]]> We sit down with Adam Thielen to unpack how an undrafted special teamer built a 12 year career through route detail, mental reps, and unshakable confidence. Along the way we hit playoff lessons, officiating consistency, code word tempo, and raising multi‑sport kids.

• retirement reflections and shifting focus to golf
• why playoff football magnifies ball security and defense
• the 77 concept, motion, and routes that beat any coverage
• usage, flow state, and the competitor’s dilemma late in a career
• Caleb Williams’ off‑script throws and arm talent
• learning and living in the Coryell three‑digit system
• first 100‑yard game off one‑word tempo and heavy personnel
• mental reps from install to walkthrough to practice
• coming off the ball, stride discipline, and leverage
• coaching the craft vs scheme dependency
• parenting competitive kids and multi‑sport value
• what complete offense looks like: run, play action, keepers
• officiating consistency, accountability, and quick corrections




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18549647 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3455 [nil, nil] 1 17 false Brad Johnson: From Washington Bonds To Playoff Blueprints Brad Johnson: From Washington Bonds To Playoff Blueprints We talk with Brad Johnson about the craft of quarterback play, the bond inside a great QB room, and why stability beats star-chasing. Stories from Washington to the playoffs show how timing, leadership, and belief turn talent into wins.

• coaching a quicker drop and trusting the throw
• building a quarterback room with real trust
• ownership turbulence versus continuity and growth
• leadership lessons from Philip Rivers’ return
• how to teach young QBs to play the game
• playoff reads on Caleb Williams and Matthew Stafford
• Christian McCaffrey’s role and Shanahan’s design
• game management, first down value, and negative plays
• previews: 49ers at Seattle, Rams at Chicago, Bills at Denver
• the Candlestick win and earning a division title
• practice philosophy, load management, and preservation




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]]> We talk with Brad Johnson about the craft of quarterback play, the bond inside a great QB room, and why stability beats star-chasing. Stories from Washington to the playoffs show how timing, leadership, and belief turn talent into wins.

• coaching a quicker drop and trusting the throw
• building a quarterback room with real trust
• ownership turbulence versus continuity and growth
• leadership lessons from Philip Rivers’ return
• how to teach young QBs to play the game
• playoff reads on Caleb Williams and Matthew Stafford
• Christian McCaffrey’s role and Shanahan’s design
• game management, first down value, and negative plays
• previews: 49ers at Seattle, Rams at Chicago, Bills at Denver
• the Candlestick win and earning a division title
• practice philosophy, load management, and preservation




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18509754 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3590 [nil, nil] 1 16 false Daryl Johnston: Why Fullbacks Still Matter Daryl Johnston: Why Fullbacks Still Matter We revisit the Cowboys’ grit with Daryl “Moose” Johnston and test it against today’s NFL, from camp culture and collisions to fullback value and playoff readiness. Simple rules, versatile personnel, and trench control emerge as the real edge.

• training camp stress, heat, cramps, and building cohesion
• how calibrated physicality prepares teams for collisions
• fullback versatility as a multiplier for modern offenses
• simple run menus, constraints, and post‑huddle disguises
• protection rules, handling blitzes, passing off stunts
• why pads matter for practice
• playoff field parity, line‑of‑scrimmage dominance
• myths of trap games and tanking vs player pride
• standout defenders like Max Crosby and Miles Garrett
• broadcasting lens that keeps the game simple




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]]> We revisit the Cowboys’ grit with Daryl “Moose” Johnston and test it against today’s NFL, from camp culture and collisions to fullback value and playoff readiness. Simple rules, versatile personnel, and trench control emerge as the real edge.

• training camp stress, heat, cramps, and building cohesion
• how calibrated physicality prepares teams for collisions
• fullback versatility as a multiplier for modern offenses
• simple run menus, constraints, and post‑huddle disguises
• protection rules, handling blitzes, passing off stunts
• why pads matter for practice
• playoff field parity, line‑of‑scrimmage dominance
• myths of trap games and tanking vs player pride
• standout defenders like Max Crosby and Miles Garrett
• broadcasting lens that keeps the game simple




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18469237 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0800 3524 [nil, nil] 1 15 false Quarterback Truths For January Football Quarterback Truths For January Football We compile our favorite quarterback lessons from Aikman, Garrett, Peete, Green, and Newton from situational football and mental toughness to readiness as a backup and the power of authentic leadership. From Troy Aikman to Cam Newton, the stories show how structure, culture, and preparation turn talent into wins.

• situational decision-making that changes by score and game 
• why measurables mislead and intangibles endure
• evaluation and misevaluation of quarterbacks across eras
• environment, coaching, and player ownership of development
• backup readiness without first-team reps
• culture-building through authentic leadership and fellowship
• escaping slumps with details, timing, and confidence



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]]> We compile our favorite quarterback lessons from Aikman, Garrett, Peete, Green, and Newton from situational football and mental toughness to readiness as a backup and the power of authentic leadership. From Troy Aikman to Cam Newton, the stories show how structure, culture, and preparation turn talent into wins.

• situational decision-making that changes by score and game 
• why measurables mislead and intangibles endure
• evaluation and misevaluation of quarterbacks across eras
• environment, coaching, and player ownership of development
• backup readiness without first-team reps
• culture-building through authentic leadership and fellowship
• escaping slumps with details, timing, and confidence



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18438940 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 2313 [nil, nil] 1 14 false Kirk Morrison: From Draft Day Call To Locker Room Legends Kirk Morrison: From Draft Day Call To Locker Room Legends A draft day 510 call sets Kirk Morrison’s Raiders story in motion, leading to Moss vs Woodson practice duels, early-season heartbreaks, and a blueprint for fixing a franchise caught in constant reset. We break down how continuity, depth, and coaching trust beat raw speed and splashy headlines.

• draft day emotions and the power of a phone call
• senior bowl impressions and earning a place
• al davis’s speed obsession versus complete players
• early schedule gauntlet and close losses
• moss versus woodson practice battles in napa
• culture, rules, and old-school raiders quirks
• becoming a technician through film and notes
• coaching trees, trust, and staff continuity
• afc west realities and current roster churn
• offensive line instability and run game limits
• depth development as the hidden advantage
• why late-season games still matter for careers
• life after football and the broadcasting path


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]]> A draft day 510 call sets Kirk Morrison’s Raiders story in motion, leading to Moss vs Woodson practice duels, early-season heartbreaks, and a blueprint for fixing a franchise caught in constant reset. We break down how continuity, depth, and coaching trust beat raw speed and splashy headlines.

• draft day emotions and the power of a phone call
• senior bowl impressions and earning a place
• al davis’s speed obsession versus complete players
• early schedule gauntlet and close losses
• moss versus woodson practice battles in napa
• culture, rules, and old-school raiders quirks
• becoming a technician through film and notes
• coaching trees, trust, and staff continuity
• afc west realities and current roster churn
• offensive line instability and run game limits
• depth development as the hidden advantage
• why late-season games still matter for careers
• life after football and the broadcasting path


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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18411629 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3464 [nil, nil] 1 13 false Cam Newton: Pie, Playbooks, And Running Past Linebackers Cam Newton: Pie, Playbooks, And Running Past Linebackers We revisit Carolina with Cam Newton to unpack how trust, timing, and identity turned a good offense into a problem for every defense, and why embracing individuality can lift a team. Leadership lessons carry from the huddle into media, business, and life.

• first-hand stories from Panthers practices and games
• why quarterback vision beats raw arm talent
• the drag vs dig choice and winning on rhythm
• how RPOs entered the NFL and changed prep
• teaching receivers to run at true top speed
• play-calling principles for young coordinators
• balancing scheme with players over plays
• momentum, confidence, and beating slumps
• building culture with fellowship and joy
• authenticity, fashion, and expressive leadership
• transitioning from football to media platforms
• purpose beyond football and giving back




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]]> We revisit Carolina with Cam Newton to unpack how trust, timing, and identity turned a good offense into a problem for every defense, and why embracing individuality can lift a team. Leadership lessons carry from the huddle into media, business, and life.

• first-hand stories from Panthers practices and games
• why quarterback vision beats raw arm talent
• the drag vs dig choice and winning on rhythm
• how RPOs entered the NFL and changed prep
• teaching receivers to run at true top speed
• play-calling principles for young coordinators
• balancing scheme with players over plays
• momentum, confidence, and beating slumps
• building culture with fellowship and joy
• authenticity, fashion, and expressive leadership
• transitioning from football to media platforms
• purpose beyond football and giving back




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18356426 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3123 [nil, nil] 1 12 false Trent Green: Third String To Franchise Leader Trent Green: Third String To Franchise Leader We sit down with Trent Green to trace the path from late-round pick to Pro Bowl starter, the hit that changed the Rams’ season, and the habits that turn backups into leaders. The conversation blends tough lessons, faith, and broadcasting craft with raw stories from Washington, St. Louis, and Kansas City.

• draft-day calls and early evaluation at Indiana
• Washington years, earning trust, and the backup’s mindset
• toughness, standing in for hits, and timing the ball out
• becoming a starter, the 1999 injury, and rehab grit
• Kansas City fit, leadership, and managing the job
• college-to-NFL gap in reads, huddles, and process
• how to prepare as a broadcaster and why names matter
• Philip Rivers’ return, protection, and processing speed
• life beyond football, business paths, and lasting habits



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]]> We sit down with Trent Green to trace the path from late-round pick to Pro Bowl starter, the hit that changed the Rams’ season, and the habits that turn backups into leaders. The conversation blends tough lessons, faith, and broadcasting craft with raw stories from Washington, St. Louis, and Kansas City.

• draft-day calls and early evaluation at Indiana
• Washington years, earning trust, and the backup’s mindset
• toughness, standing in for hits, and timing the ball out
• becoming a starter, the 1999 injury, and rehab grit
• Kansas City fit, leadership, and managing the job
• college-to-NFL gap in reads, huddles, and process
• how to prepare as a broadcaster and why names matter
• Philip Rivers’ return, protection, and processing speed
• life beyond football, business paths, and lasting habits



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18329186 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3162 [nil, nil] 1 11 false Rodney Peete: Competition, Commitment, and Old Friends Rodney Peete: Competition, Commitment, and Old Friends We sit down with our longtime friend Rodney Peete—coach’s kid, USC alum, and NFL veteran—to talk about his years as one of the first Black quarterbacks to find real staying power in the league. We get into why today’s college players love a transfer portal escape hatch, share stories from Rodney’s USC recruitment days, and reflect on just how far back our friendship goes. 

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]]> We sit down with our longtime friend Rodney Peete—coach’s kid, USC alum, and NFL veteran—to talk about his years as one of the first Black quarterbacks to find real staying power in the league. We get into why today’s college players love a transfer portal escape hatch, share stories from Rodney’s USC recruitment days, and reflect on just how far back our friendship goes. 

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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18296512 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3995 [nil, nil] 1 10 false Turkey, Traditions, And Thanksgiving Football Turkey, Traditions, And Thanksgiving Football A short episode this week as we trace how Thanksgiving football reshapes a family’s week and a team’s plan, from Dallas and Detroit’s tradition to the compressed coach’s schedule that turns Wednesday into Saturday. Then we preview Lions–Packers, Chiefs–Cowboys, Bengals–Ravens, and Bears–Eagles with keys and edges to watch.

• Dallas and Detroit as fixed Thanksgiving hosts and why TV kept it that way
• Short-week scheduling, lighter practices, and the mini-bye advantage
• The Dallas–Miami ice game memory and what chaos teaches coaches
• How to find one exploitable tendency and build a plan around it
• Lions offensive rhythm versus Packers’ need for early-down efficiency
• Chiefs’ blitz variety against Dallas protection and shot plays
• Lamar’s impact on Baltimore’s pace and Cincinnati’s explosive counter
• Eagles clock control versus a confident, surging Chicago
• The family side of football, kids learning divisions, players as people




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]]> A short episode this week as we trace how Thanksgiving football reshapes a family’s week and a team’s plan, from Dallas and Detroit’s tradition to the compressed coach’s schedule that turns Wednesday into Saturday. Then we preview Lions–Packers, Chiefs–Cowboys, Bengals–Ravens, and Bears–Eagles with keys and edges to watch.

• Dallas and Detroit as fixed Thanksgiving hosts and why TV kept it that way
• Short-week scheduling, lighter practices, and the mini-bye advantage
• The Dallas–Miami ice game memory and what chaos teaches coaches
• How to find one exploitable tendency and build a plan around it
• Lions offensive rhythm versus Packers’ need for early-down efficiency
• Chiefs’ blitz variety against Dallas protection and shot plays
• Lamar’s impact on Baltimore’s pace and Cincinnati’s explosive counter
• Eagles clock control versus a confident, surging Chicago
• The family side of football, kids learning divisions, players as people




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18252803 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0800 1465 [nil, nil] 1 9 false Jimmy Johnson: Lead The Room, Win The Game Jimmy Johnson: Lead The Room, Win The Game We dig into how clear authority, physical practice, and week-specific plans turn good teams into champions, with Jimmy Johnson sharing the details behind Dallas, Miami, and the FOX studio. Stories, strategy, and the psychology of leadership bring the lessons to life.

• head coach mindset over coordinator thinking
• alignment across coaches, players and staff
• culture built on standards and accountability
• practice intensity, tackling and run-game identity
• situational football and clock control
• fake punts and special teams advantages
• building belief and fitting personnel to scheme
• current contenders and quarterback play
• tailoring coaching to player personalities



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]]> We dig into how clear authority, physical practice, and week-specific plans turn good teams into champions, with Jimmy Johnson sharing the details behind Dallas, Miami, and the FOX studio. Stories, strategy, and the psychology of leadership bring the lessons to life.

• head coach mindset over coordinator thinking
• alignment across coaches, players and staff
• culture built on standards and accountability
• practice intensity, tackling and run-game identity
• situational football and clock control
• fake punts and special teams advantages
• building belief and fitting personnel to scheme
• current contenders and quarterback play
• tailoring coaching to player personalities



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18212817 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3406 [nil, nil] 1 8 false Michael Irvin: Fate and Football Michael Irvin: Fate and Football We sit down with Michael Irvin to trace the path from a Miami workout and a lost gold chain to a Dallas offense built on belief, speed, and trust. Stories of bang-8s, Deion matchups, practice wars, and why a family culture, not a playbook, made champions.

• fate and draft choices shaping Dallas
• rebuilding confidence after injury through trust
• simplifying calls to play fast and think less
• physical routes, bang-8 timing and toughness
• players over plays as an offensive philosophy
• film on every rep and two-minute standards
• camaraderie, competition and family culture
• game-planning details against elite corners
• Troy’s ball placement and protecting receivers
• today’s NFL mindset versus 90s grit
• watching Indy’s rise and QB contentment
• purpose, kids and legacy beyond football




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]]> We sit down with Michael Irvin to trace the path from a Miami workout and a lost gold chain to a Dallas offense built on belief, speed, and trust. Stories of bang-8s, Deion matchups, practice wars, and why a family culture, not a playbook, made champions.

• fate and draft choices shaping Dallas
• rebuilding confidence after injury through trust
• simplifying calls to play fast and think less
• physical routes, bang-8 timing and toughness
• players over plays as an offensive philosophy
• film on every rep and two-minute standards
• camaraderie, competition and family culture
• game-planning details against elite corners
• Troy’s ball placement and protecting receivers
• today’s NFL mindset versus 90s grit
• watching Indy’s rise and QB contentment
• purpose, kids and legacy beyond football




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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18174733 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3122 [nil, nil] 1 7 false Jacob Hester: Salt And Pepper, Rookie Dinners, And A Quarterback Landlord Jacob Hester: Salt And Pepper, Rookie Dinners, And A Quarterback Landlord We trace Jacob Hester’s path from LSU standout to Chargers do-it-all back, and the craft it took to earn trust in protections, routes, and special teams. Along the way, we break down leadership, two-minute execution, radio storytelling, and the realities of LSU’s coaching search in the NIL and portal era.

• LSU star to Chargers utility back and special teams core
• How details, not speed, define NFL success
• Philip Rivers’ leadership, clean trash talk and culture
• Giants comeback and two-minute execution explained
• Radio craft and teaching coverage without visuals
• USC and LSU memories that shaped perspective
• LSU coaching change, NIL, portal and fit over fame
• College vs NFL coaching demands and identity
• Peyton Manning’s blitz-pickup “exam” in Denver
• Evaluation, culture and hiring the right builder



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]]> We trace Jacob Hester’s path from LSU standout to Chargers do-it-all back, and the craft it took to earn trust in protections, routes, and special teams. Along the way, we break down leadership, two-minute execution, radio storytelling, and the realities of LSU’s coaching search in the NIL and portal era.

• LSU star to Chargers utility back and special teams core
• How details, not speed, define NFL success
• Philip Rivers’ leadership, clean trash talk and culture
• Giants comeback and two-minute execution explained
• Radio craft and teaching coverage without visuals
• USC and LSU memories that shaped perspective
• LSU coaching change, NIL, portal and fit over fame
• College vs NFL coaching demands and identity
• Peyton Manning’s blitz-pickup “exam” in Denver
• Evaluation, culture and hiring the right builder



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18127571 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0800 3811 [nil, nil] 1 6 false Dave Wannstedt: Coaching Bonds, Owners’ Power, And The Cowboys Years Dave Wannstedt: Coaching Bonds, Owners’ Power, And The Cowboys Years Norv and Stephanie sit down with Dave Wannstedt to trace a 40-year friendship from USC to the Cowboys to Miami, and to explain what truly drives winning. We talk owners, culture, defense, Ricky Williams, and why players matter more than plays.

• USC beginnings and a Rose Bowl turning point
• Dallas reunion and the “Corvette interview” hire
• Why the Netflix doc missed the football
• The defense that won without Pro Bowlers
• How owners shape teams and seasons
• Washington, Chicago, and Miami case studies
• Ricky Williams stories and run-game identity
• First-year head coach realities and patience
• Hiring trends, criteria, and overhype
• Players over plays and “don’t get bored”
• Lifelong coaching bonds and lessons



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]]> Norv and Stephanie sit down with Dave Wannstedt to trace a 40-year friendship from USC to the Cowboys to Miami, and to explain what truly drives winning. We talk owners, culture, defense, Ricky Williams, and why players matter more than plays.

• USC beginnings and a Rose Bowl turning point
• Dallas reunion and the “Corvette interview” hire
• Why the Netflix doc missed the football
• The defense that won without Pro Bowlers
• How owners shape teams and seasons
• Washington, Chicago, and Miami case studies
• Ricky Williams stories and run-game identity
• First-year head coach realities and patience
• Hiring trends, criteria, and overhype
• Players over plays and “don’t get bored”
• Lifelong coaching bonds and lessons



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18097234 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0700 3091 [nil, nil] 1 5 false Darren Sproles: On Proving Everyone Wrong Darren Sproles: On Proving Everyone Wrong We sit down with Darren Sproles to unpack how a “too small” label became a 15-year career built on speed through seams, smart screens, and relentless work. Norv shares the schemes, matchups, and moments that unlocked Sproles’ impact across San Diego, New Orleans, and Philadelphia.

• Senior Bowl spark and first impressions
• Draft rooms, Al Davis debates, and early belief
• Return game mastery through daily reps
• Detroit pivot, playoff screens, and role clarity
• The bullet route and using Gates for matchups
• Why great screens are acting, timing, and leverage
• Chargers exit, “lost a step” noise, and proving it wrong
• Parenting, youth track, and building mental strength
• Eagles talk, staying together, and resilience
• Pass protection technique and third down trust



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]]> We sit down with Darren Sproles to unpack how a “too small” label became a 15-year career built on speed through seams, smart screens, and relentless work. Norv shares the schemes, matchups, and moments that unlocked Sproles’ impact across San Diego, New Orleans, and Philadelphia.

• Senior Bowl spark and first impressions
• Draft rooms, Al Davis debates, and early belief
• Return game mastery through daily reps
• Detroit pivot, playoff screens, and role clarity
• The bullet route and using Gates for matchups
• Why great screens are acting, timing, and leverage
• Chargers exit, “lost a step” noise, and proving it wrong
• Parenting, youth track, and building mental strength
• Eagles talk, staying together, and resilience
• Pass protection technique and third down trust



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18038027 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0700 3873 [nil, nil] 1 4 false Mike Sando: Unpacking Quarterback Tiers, Officiating Chaos, and How Fandom, Gambling, and Media Shape The Modern Game Mike Sando: Unpacking Quarterback Tiers, Officiating Chaos, and How Fandom, Gambling, and Media Shape The Modern Game We trade the hot takes for real ones with NFL writer Mike Sando, digging into how quarterbacks are judged, why officiating consistency matters, and what it means to grow up in a football family while the media watches. 

• Dak’s urgency and what “quick game” really is
• Mike Sando’s path and approach to reporting
• Coaches’ families, media tone, and private context
• Jerry Jones fourth‑and‑one and broadcast clichés
• Officiating consistency, replay, and full‑time refs
• QB tiers, MVP chatter, and minimizing negatives
• Supporting casts, defenses, and playoff ceilings
• Colts, Jags, Texans, Bucs as emerging contenders
• Gambling, fantasy, and the fan experience now
• Social media, kids, and guarding your circle



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]]> We trade the hot takes for real ones with NFL writer Mike Sando, digging into how quarterbacks are judged, why officiating consistency matters, and what it means to grow up in a football family while the media watches. 

• Dak’s urgency and what “quick game” really is
• Mike Sando’s path and approach to reporting
• Coaches’ families, media tone, and private context
• Jerry Jones fourth‑and‑one and broadcast clichés
• Officiating consistency, replay, and full‑time refs
• QB tiers, MVP chatter, and minimizing negatives
• Supporting casts, defenses, and playoff ceilings
• Colts, Jags, Texans, Bucs as emerging contenders
• Gambling, fantasy, and the fan experience now
• Social media, kids, and guarding your circle



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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-18017446 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0700 4076 [nil, nil] 1 3 false Jason Garrett: From Backup to Boss, Cowboys Lore, and The Real Stories Behind the Stars and Storylines Jason Garrett: From Backup to Boss, Cowboys Lore, and The Real Stories Behind the Stars and Storylines We sit down with Jason Garrett to trace a $500 signing bonus into a career in Dallas, unpack how simple practice habits win close games, and challenge the myths around analytics, quarterback prototypes, and the way teams get built. Stories, context, and a blueprint for leadership that outlasts trends.

• the workout that changed Garrett’s path
• why simple, fast practice helps linemen and QBs
• stars vs role players and the hidden layers of winning
• Netflix nostalgia vs real team fabric
• six plays that decide games and how to own them
• aggression, analytics, and watching the game
• shotgun on the goal line and real constraints
• leadership series: culture, vision, and staff design
• practice structure, no dead time, long-drive conditioning
• QB throwing evolution and evaluation criteria
• prototypes vs intangibles and context fit
• entitlement, earning roles, and veteran judgment
• family stories from Santa suits to sideline heat


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]]> We sit down with Jason Garrett to trace a $500 signing bonus into a career in Dallas, unpack how simple practice habits win close games, and challenge the myths around analytics, quarterback prototypes, and the way teams get built. Stories, context, and a blueprint for leadership that outlasts trends.

• the workout that changed Garrett’s path
• why simple, fast practice helps linemen and QBs
• stars vs role players and the hidden layers of winning
• Netflix nostalgia vs real team fabric
• six plays that decide games and how to own them
• aggression, analytics, and watching the game
• shotgun on the goal line and real constraints
• leadership series: culture, vision, and staff design
• practice structure, no dead time, long-drive conditioning
• QB throwing evolution and evaluation criteria
• prototypes vs intangibles and context fit
• entitlement, earning roles, and veteran judgment
• family stories from Santa suits to sideline heat


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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-17978133 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0700 4110 [nil, nil] 1 2 false Troy Aikman: QB Development and The Dallas Days Troy Aikman: QB Development and The Dallas Days Hall of Fame Quarterback and dear friend of the family, Troy Aikman, joins Norv and Stephanie to talk about quarterback development in the NFL and how coaches affect young players. Norv and Troy reminisce on their time together at the Dallas Cowboys in the early 1990s and Troy talks about the impact Norv had on his career. 

Stephanie then asks both Norv and Troy what they think about some of the young quarterbacks around the league and their chances of success on their current teams. Norv and Troy debate the differences and similarities between college and pro football. Norv talks about some of his pet peeves he sees while watching games at home from retirement. Stephanie and Troy share their Super Bowl memories. 


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]]> Hall of Fame Quarterback and dear friend of the family, Troy Aikman, joins Norv and Stephanie to talk about quarterback development in the NFL and how coaches affect young players. Norv and Troy reminisce on their time together at the Dallas Cowboys in the early 1990s and Troy talks about the impact Norv had on his career. 

Stephanie then asks both Norv and Troy what they think about some of the young quarterbacks around the league and their chances of success on their current teams. Norv and Troy debate the differences and similarities between college and pro football. Norv talks about some of his pet peeves he sees while watching games at home from retirement. Stephanie and Troy share their Super Bowl memories. 


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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-17912045 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0700 2914 [nil, nil] 1 1 false The Family Business with Norv and Stephanie Turner - Trailer The Family Business with Norv and Stephanie Turner - Trailer The Family Business is a weekly podcast hosted by legendary NFL coach Norv Turner and his daughter, filmmaker and lifelong football insider Stephanie Turner. From 40 years of experience, this father-daughter duo brings a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on the NFL. Each episode dives into current topics in the league, featuring conversations with top coaches, players, and football minds—many of whom have been part of Norv’s coaching tree. With honest takes, insider stories, and a whole lot of football wisdom, The Family Business is where football and life intersect. From the sidelines to the studio, it's real talk about football, family and everything in between.

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]]> The Family Business is a weekly podcast hosted by legendary NFL coach Norv Turner and his daughter, filmmaker and lifelong football insider Stephanie Turner. From 40 years of experience, this father-daughter duo brings a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on the NFL. Each episode dives into current topics in the league, featuring conversations with top coaches, players, and football minds—many of whom have been part of Norv’s coaching tree. With honest takes, insider stories, and a whole lot of football wisdom, The Family Business is where football and life intersect. From the sidelines to the studio, it's real talk about football, family and everything in between.

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]]> Stephanie Turner Buzzsprout-17912513 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0700 41 [nil, nil] 1 false