Garrett Boorojian and 4x Pro–Bowler, 2x All–Pro, 1999 AFC Champion, Super Bowl 34 Runner–up, Ball State Athletics Hall of Famer, Tennessee Sports Hall of Famer, Indiana Sports Hall of Famer, Senior Bowl Hall of Famer, Radio Co–Host, Blaine Bishop

Garrett Boorojian and 4x Pro–Bowler, 2x All–Pro, 1999 AFC Champion, Super Bowl 34 Runner–up, Ball State Athletics Hall of Famer, Tennessee Sports Hall of Famer, Indiana Sports Hall of Famer, Senior Bowl Hall of Famer, Radio Co–Host, Blaine Bishop

Author: Garrett Boorojian January 15, 2026 Duration: 26:22

Garrett Boorojian and Blaine Bishop discuss relationship building in a team environment.

Blaine was a 4x Pro–Bowler and 2x All–Pro (1995, Pro Football Writers; 2000, Associated Press).

Note: During my interview with Blaine, I refer to him as a 2x All–Pro. Blaine refers to himself as a 2x All–Pro on his X Account. Technically, Blaine is a 3x All–Pro (but his 1995 and 1996 All–Pros are both a United Press International designation. The UPI designation ceased for NFL players three decades ago).

Blaine is a member of the Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame, Indiana Sports Hall of Fame, Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, and Senior Bowl Hall of Fame.

Blaine communicated the following to me (via LinkedIn):

"I'm... a guy who went from a small Division 2 school to playing on the biggest stage in football. After retiring from the NFL, I transitioned into broadcasting and now co–host a daily sports radio show in Nashville."

Blaine then added:

"... I'd love to join your podcast and share my journey – from being underestimated to becoming one of the most respected players on the field."

Blaine concluded:

"More importantly, I want to talk about the power of belief, hard work, and how to stay grounded through every transition in life – whether that's sports, career, or identity... I'd be honored to join you."

https://ballstatesports.com/honors/hall-of-fame/blaine-bishop/14

"Bishop earned three letters in football at Ball State from 1989-92 after transferring to BSU from St. Joseph’s (Ind.) College. He sat out the 1989 season as a transfer before lettering in 1990, 1991, and 1992 for the Cardinals. Bishop completed his Ball State career with an appearance in the Blue-Gray All-Star Game and then was selected by the Houston Oilers in the eighth round of the National Football League Draft. Bishop started 10 games as a senior and 28 contests in his three seasons, while appearing in 32 contests. He was an All-Mid-American Conference Second-Team choice in 1992 as a senior and 1990 as a sophomore. One of BSU’s team captains as a senior, Bishop was rated as the 17th-best defensive back in the country by a professional scouting service prior to his senior season. The 5-foot-9 cornerback, tallied 243 total tackles, managed 13 pass breakups, tallied 15 tackles for loss, 12 sacks, one interception, and one blocked kick in his Ball State career. Bishop played 10 seasons in the NFL for the Houston Oilers, Tennessee Titans, and Philadelphia Eagles. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection, and was named one of the NFL’s Top 100 Players by The Sporting News in 1998."

https://www.1045thezone.com/shows/blaineandzach/

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Garrett Boorojian hosts WaveCapital's Guest Speaker Series on Relationship Building in a Team Environment, a podcast that digs into the human dynamics behind high-stakes success. Each conversation moves beyond typical interviews to explore how trust, communication, and genuine connection are forged under pressure. The guest list is a testament to the universal application of these principles, featuring Hall of Fame athletes from football, basketball, and baseball, Olympic medalists, Emmy-winning media figures, and top coaches and executives. These are individuals for whom "team" is not a corporate buzzword but the fundamental mechanism of achievement. You'll hear firsthand accounts of navigating locker rooms, boardrooms, and creative collaborations. The discussions are grounded in real stories-from the tension before a championship game to the delicate negotiations of a major business deal-revealing the practical methods these professionals use to build cohesive units. This isn't abstract theory; it's lived experience dissected to uncover what actually works. Whether you're leading a sports team, a business department, or any collaborative project, this podcast offers a rare look at the relational craftsmanship required to excel. Garrett guides these explorations with a focus on actionable insight, making each episode a masterclass in the subtle art of working with others.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

WaveCapital's Guest Speaker Series on Relationship Building in a Team Environment
Podcast Episodes
Garrett Boorojian and Founder + CEO of Renala, Certified Facilitator in LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY, formerly of ICF Next / World Vision / Paralyzed Veterans of America / Atlantic Media, Co-author of "Living Room Leadership," Brittany Anderson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:22
Garrett Boorojian and Brittany Anderson discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: https://leadwithfamily.com/living-room-leadership/"NEW BOOK BY BRITTANY + GEOFF ANDERSONUnlock the Power of Living Room…
Garrett Boorojian and 1993 NFL First Round Draft Pick (1st Overall), New England Patriots Hall of Famer, 4x Pro–Bowler, Super Bowl 36 Champion, Co–founder of Bledsoe Wine Estates (Doubleback, Bledsoe Family Winery, Bledsoe|McDaniels), Drew Bledsoe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:12
Garrett Boorojian and Drew Bledsoe discuss relationship building in a team environment.Drew's NFL Career / Accolades:– 251 Passing Touchdowns / 44,611 Passing Yards– Super Bowl 36 Champion / 2x AFC Champion– 4x Pro–Bowle…
Garrett Boorojian and former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, U. of Michigan Law School Professor, Author of "The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government, NBC News / MS NOW Legal Analyst, Barbara McQuade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
Garrett Boorojian and Barbara McQuade discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: University of Michigan Law Schoolhttps://michigan.law.umich.edu/faculty-and-scholarship/our-faculty/barbara-l-mcquade"Barb…
Garrett Boorojian and Atlanta–based Award–winning Independent / Hollywood Actress (Walk the Line, Big Momma's House 2, We Are Marshall, The Blind Side, The Hunger Games, What to Expect When You're Expecting, Flight, 42, Hidden Figures), Rhoda Griffis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:44
Garrett Boorojian and Rhoda Griffis discuss relationship building in a team environment."... [T]his platform is fabulous Garrett, there is a door for everybody, and that's thanks to you." – Rhoda GriffisSource: Universit…
Garrett Boorojian and former NFL 4x Pro–Bowler, former NFL First–Team All–Pro, former NFL Sacks Leader, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, former High School and NCAA Division I Football Coach, Motivational Speaker, Bryce Paup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:06
Garrett Boorojian and Bryce Paup discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: Iowa State Footballhttps://cyclones.com/sports/football/roster/coaches/bryce-paup/2348"Bryce PaupTitle: Assistant Defensive Lin…
Garrett Boorojian and Founder / Principal of The Fair Path Project, former Diplomat at the U.S. Department of State, former CAO / Spokeswoman at End Workplace Abuse, former Director of Human Resources at Solano County / Mariposa County, Kim Williams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:12
Garrett Boorojian and Kimberly Williams discuss relationship building in a team environment.Sources: The Fair Path Projecthttps://www.fairpathproject.com/"Overcome Workplace Bullying. Build Psychological Safety.The Fair…
Garrett Boorojian and 1982 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Champion and Consultant at the University of North Carolina, former NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Head Coach, former Assistant GM at the NBA's Charlotte Hornets, Buzz Peterson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:38
Garrett Boorojian and Buzz Peterson discuss relationship building in a team environment.Robert Bower Peterson Jr. | Buzz Peterson:– 1981 High School Basketball Player of the Year in the U.S. state of North Carolina– 1982…