Comeback Stories

Inspirational tales of the recovery journey - with Darren Waller, tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders, and Donny Starkins, international yoga instructor, mindfulness teacher, and personal development coach.

Comeback Stories

Recent Episodes

Steven Pressfield's Comeback Story Part 2

Steven Pressfield's Comeback Story Part 2

April 27, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny are joined virtually by Steven Pressfield, an American author of historical fiction, non-fiction, and screenplays, for a part 2! Steven is filled with so much knowledge and…

Steven Pressfield's Comeback Story

Steven Pressfield's Comeback Story

April 20, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny are joined by Steven Pressfield, an American author of historical fiction, non-fiction, and screenplays, including his 1995 novel, The Legend of Bagger Vance , and 2002 non…

Emmanuel Acho's Comeback Story

Emmanuel Acho's Comeback Story

April 13, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny are joined by Emmanuel Acho, a former NFL linebacker turned analyst for Fox Sports 1. Emmanuel shares how his story as a Nigerian-American shaped his childhood and his fath…

Austin Ekeler's Comeback Story

Austin Ekeler's Comeback Story

April 6, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny are joined virtually by Austin Ekeler, a top running back in the NFL. In the last two seasons, Austin has led all running backs and wide receivers in touchdowns and has bec…

CC Sabathia's Comeback Story

CC Sabathia's Comeback Story

March 30, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny are joined virtually by CC Sabathia, a former MLB pitcher, six-time All-star, Cy Young Award Winner, and 2009 World Series Champion. CC talks about how his childhood and …

David Nurse's Comeback Story

David Nurse's Comeback Story

March 23, 2023

On this episode of Comeback Stories, Darren & Donny welcome David Nurse , a 2x best-selling author, and speaker. David is known for his expertise in player development and mental toughness, with his motivational coaching bus…