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Truey Talks 🎙

Zavian McLean

whatever you can think of when it comes to this sport, we got it … & SO MUCH MORE, so tune in .... and let’s get straight to it 😎

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  • S8 · E1
    June 8 · 46 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 50 ~ Plan to Conquer, Even When The Journey May Not Believe It

    From the last time we met, coming off an extensive rehab for the first major surgery of his career, 3TRUEY finds himself in his second country in five months after a stellar start in Portugal for SC Vasco da Gama. We hear about the time in Portugal, and what preceded the jump to LNB Elite 2 (France Pro B), which many refer to as the best 2nd division in Europe. Filled with excitement, McLean also presents to us the challenges that have come with the transition. Nevertheless, in typical 3TRUEY fashion, it is nothing that will waver him and that does not come with some profound (long winded) words of motivation and encouragement. OUR GUY is finally a PRO, and a pretty good one at that!- 3️⃣

  • S7 · E2
    Sep 16, 2025 · 47 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 49 ~ THOUGHTS BECOME THINGS w/ FGCU WBB HC Raina Harmon ⚜️

    3Truey sits down with first year head coach, Raina Harmon, as she embarks on a new journey and era of FGCU women's basketball. Coming most recently from BIG Ten powerhouse, Iowa, she takes us down the experience of Caitlin Clark-mania and her relationships with Hawkeye royalty, Kate Martin and Lisa Bluder. Her motto, Thoughts Become Things, is explained by Coach Harmon that summarizes and exemplifies everything we has been able to accomplish and be a part of from the young girl growing up in Detroit, to the playing and coaching days at Central Michigan University, to building onto the legacy of an mid-major mega-program that only expects and accepts excellence. And trust me, she has made it VERY clear that her tenure is in no way, shape or form a rebuild. To the world, we present the dawn of a new era for women's college basketball in Fort Myers. - 3️⃣

  • S7 · E1
    Sep 2, 2025 · 34 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 48 ~ THE RESURGENCE THROUGH a TRYING SZN 🔗

    After a long 7-month hiatus, stemming from postseason hopes, a second graduation, and a season-capping injury, 3Truey returns back to the camera to let everyone know where he's been, where he is, and where life is taking him. Upon this journey, he speaks about the opportunities he has had while being sidelined, and how they have helped shape an experience and spearhead a much-needed self examination that will forever be appreciated and never be forgotten. Stay tuned for this documentation of growth and the effect that it will have on Zavian going forward. And Stay Tuned for more goodies to come! - 3️⃣

  • S6 · E4
    Feb 11, 2025 · 49 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 47 ~ BEING BLESSED & CHASING EXCELLENCE w/ FGCU WBB’s Casey Santoro and Maddie Antenucci 🏀🌴

    3Truey sits down with seniors Casey Santoro and Maddie Antenucci, two key players for, arguably the most winningest mid major women’s college basketball program in the country over the last 20 years, Florida Gulf Coast University. Casey and Maddie both speak about their basketball journey — from the lands of Ohio to ending up in Fort Myers, Florida — as well as their perspectives on life through their experiences and lenses, and topping it off with their relationships with GOD, all by which are used as navigational tools to answer the bell, that is winning at FGCU with hopes of making a deep run in the tournament, now with a new team of many, many transfers and Coach Lyles, the recently appointed disciple of the legendary coach Karl Smesko (ATL Dream). Stay tuned — THIS IS A GOOD ONE 💨

  • S6 · E3
    Feb 8, 2025 · 1 hr

    Truey Talks: Episode 46 ~ PASSING the TORCH w/ FGCU MBB Class of ‘28 🏀

    3Truey sits down with the freshman class of the 2024-25 FGCU MBB team — Tristen Guillouette, Cam Codio, BB Washington, Jack Reddick, Darren Williams, and Evan Barlow — and speak about their embarking on a new chapter of their life, that is college and college basketball. Here, Zay gives the group a forum to express what has been going on so far for them, as well as a bit of advice that will help them along the way for the rest of their careers and lives. FGCU, this is a very special group of young men!

  • S6 · E2
    Jan 13, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 45 ~ CARVING OUT YOUR SPACE w/ FGCU Asst. Coach Shep Garner, PART ONE 🏀

    On a beautiful Florida day, we sit down with Roman Catholic & Penn State legend Shep Garner, better yet known as 33, who gives us just a sneak peek of his life and what it took to get to where he is today, as a basketball player, coach, and man. Being from Chester — a suburb of Philly — he talks about the importance of adaptability and being able to carve out your space in whatever you do in this world. Enjoy Part One, of an amazing conversation. - 3️⃣

  • S6 · E1
    Jan 9, 2025 · 28 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 44 ~ THE CHASE NEVER STOPS ⏳

    WHAT WE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR … & THE UPDATE ON EVERYTHING THAT IS GOING ON, including an exciting home weekend against North Alabama and Central Arkansas and a message for the masses. STAY TUNED! - 3️⃣

  • S5 · E5
    Nov 18, 2024 · 53 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 43 ~ EMBRACING the TRENCHES 🪖

    A lot has happened since the last time we spoke — 2 scrimmages, and 4 games — and we find ourselves at a point where we must look in the mirror and figure out how to get out of the funk that FGCU MBB is in right now. This episode speaks on Zavian’s journey so far as a FGCU basketball player, as well as what the team has learned about each other and what steps need to be taken in order to get that first win of the season. Tune in to get 3Truey’s perspective on the vibes and get back to the winning ways that we have set forth for ourselves.

  • S5 · E4
    Oct 16, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 42 ~ CONSISTENT STANDARDS & EXCEPTIONS, and CHANNELING NERVOUSNESS 🧘🏿‍♂️

    In this episode, we speak about standards and expectations, and what that means in the case of basketball, and life. Being able to be consistent about those expectations and standards is paramount to your individual growth as a person, athlete, and leader in today’s society. With that being said, 3Truey offers a very positive and empowering message on this such idea, as well as describing and challenging one to channel nervousness, practice, and anxious feelings in ways that are positive and allow you to propel yourself to success. The more consistent you are about your standards and the more you can understand how to manipulate your emotions to benefit and motivate you, the more you can excel. And that’s all we are trying to do. - 3️⃣

  • S6 · E3
    Aug 29, 2024 · 30 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 41 ~ THE MOTIVATION of MAINTAINING GREATNESS 🫧

    Everyone is motivated when they are not at the pinnacle, underrated, and under appreciated, but who remains just as motivated and hungry when all is well and everything is going according to plan? And why — what keeps you grinding and on point with the work? We analyze and discuss this question and the various thoughts that come with it. Stay tuned to this special episode; we are happy to be back. - 3️⃣

  • S6 · E2
    Jul 11, 2024 · 41 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 40 ~ MAX EFFORT 🔩

    In this episode, we sit down w/ 3Truey to discuss max effort in every aspect of the term — what it means and what it should mean to people who want to achieve greatness in this world. Will you empty the tank every time or will your GREATNESS fall victim to the AVERAGE adversity that you will experience? The choice is yours.

  • S6 · E1
    Jul 1, 2024 · 59 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 39 ~ FGCUTruey: Why Force Expeditions? 🌴

    After a very eventful few months, Zay is back to get us an update on his life and all that has went down since our last congregation. He also has left us with a certain mantra to move through the summer with and offer us a certain perspective that even he has been reminded of every single day while being in Fort Myers, FL: APPRECIATE THE JOURNEY, and ATTACK IT. Tune in for yet another treat and gem from 3Truey, himself.

  • S5 · E5
    Feb 11, 2024 · 1 hr

    Truey Talks: Episode 38 ~ MBB x WBB Crossover, w Columbia G Cecelia Collins 🦁

    On this episode, we take a moment to create an experience that has never had before, as we have our first Columbia WBB guest on the show, Cecelia Collins. A recent transfer, but instant impact and game changer for Lions, we sit down and reflect on everything from life in Scranton to Bucknell to where she is now. Not only do he hear her story, but we also are able to see in real time, what humility, grit, and following your gut allows you to accomplish in whatever you choose to pursue. Everything within the Truey Talks community, say hello to Cecelia Collins.

  • S5 · E4
    Feb 7, 2024 · 1 hr 35 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 37 ~ After Harvard & Dartmouth w/ Columbia F/C Jake Tavroff 🦁

    Tune into this episode of Truey Talks, as we interview and have an extensive conversation with Columbia F/C Jake Tavroff, and speak about the CU MBB season to date, his journey as a basketball player, and evolution as a man and person through many adjustments and adaptation in pursuit of a dream — a dream that has made him a role model, an extremely valuable member of this year’s Lions team, and most importantly, a teammate and friend of ours. From Oceanside, to NMH, to NYC, Jake Tavroff 😎

  • S5 · E3
    Jan 1, 2024 · 49 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 36 ~ After Fordham w/ Freshman Guard Nico Romanelli 🦁

    On this episode, we sit down with freshman point guard, Nico Romanelli, and talk about his journey, our last game, and what motivates him to stay discipline and be as focused as he has been. Tune in to another episode with one of the most intense, and intelligent guys on our team.

  • S5 · E2
    Nov 6, 2023 · 16 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 35 ~ GAME ONE: @ PROVIDENCE ♠️

    Zay sits down to discuss the temperament going into the Providence game, how Columbia feels as a team, and what his objectives are as well. TUNE IN to the game @ 7 PM, on FOX. It should be a good one out there in Rhode Island. 😎

  • S1 · E2
    Oct 27, 2023 · 7 min

    The Trenches w/ Truey: Blair Thompson

    We sit down and have a nice chat with Sophomore Wing, Blair Thompson, and get to know him a bit more personally — some of his favorites off the court, as well as his anticipations for the upcoming season. TUNE IN 3️⃣

  • S1 · E1
    Oct 6, 2023 · 7 min

    The Trenches w/ Truey: Josh Odunowo

    EP ONE: Get an early look into how the start of the season is going for Columbia MBB as 3Truey and SlimHuncho talk about early season workouts, their roles as upperclassmen on the team, and some of Josh’s favorite things off the court.

  • S4 · E5
    Jul 16, 2023 · 59 min

    Truey Talks: Episode 33 ~ SACRIFICE ✍🏿

    Join Zay, as he updates you on what’s been going on with him in his life, as well as the importance and sacrifice in his and one’s life, and what it means to sacrifice for the greater good on evolving and advancing in this crazy space, we call “life”.

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