Parney sits down with former NBA All-Star Kenny Anderson for an incredible conversation about basketball, New York City hoops culture, and the journey that made him one of the most electric point guards of his generation.

Kenny reflects on growing up in Queens, the legendary New York high school basketball scene at Archbishop Molloy, and the coaches and mentors who shaped his career from an early age. He also shares stories from the recruiting process, choosing Georgia Tech, and what it was like entering the NBA as one of the most hyped young players in the country.

The two also dive into:
The legendary NYC basketball scene and Rucker Park
Favorite teammates, coaches, and NBA memories
ACC Tournament stories at Georgia Tech
Favorite New York sports teams and players growing up
His acclaimed Mr. Chibbs documentary
Career longevity
The players he dominated against
Advice for young basketball players today

Whether you’re an NBA fan, college basketball fan, or simply love hearing incredible stories from sports legends, this is a must-listen episode with one of basketball’s most fascinating personalities.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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Parney sits down with former NBA All-Star Kenny Anderson for an incredible conversation about basketball, New York City hoops culture, and the journey that made him one of the most electric point guards of his generation.
Kenny reflects on growing up in Queens, the legendary New York high school basketball scene at Archbishop Molloy, and the coaches and mentors who shaped his career from an early age. He also shares stories from the recruiting process, choosing Georgia Tech, and what it was like entering the NBA as one of the most hyped young players in the country.
The two also dive into:
<ul data-start="1158" data-end="1640">
<li data-section-id="1852ejm" data-start="1158" data-end="1212">The legendary NYC basketball scene and Rucker Park</li>
<li data-section-id="apwpoe" data-start="1213" data-end="1262">Favorite teammates, coaches, and NBA memories</li>
<li data-section-id="bvqmwi" data-start="1263" data-end="1305">ACC Tournament stories at Georgia Tech</li>
<li data-section-id="m7qkaj" data-start="1363" data-end="1420">Favorite New York sports teams and players growing up</li>
<li data-section-id="1jtqzli" data-start="1421" data-end="1463">His acclaimed Mr. Chibbs documentary</li>
<li data-section-id="z8sb3b" data-start="1464" data-end="1525">Career longevity</li>
<li data-section-id="xctdky" data-start="1526" data-end="1594">The players he dominated against</li>
<li data-section-id="gb94b" data-start="1595" data-end="1640">Advice for young basketball players today</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re an NBA fan, college basketball fan, or simply love hearing incredible stories from sports legends, this is a must-listen episode with one of basketball&rsquo;s most fascinating personalities.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.

Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!  

After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.
Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!

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Kenny Anderson on New York Basketball and His NBA Journey

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This week on Parney Time, Parney sits down with one of the biggest personalities in golf, Fat Perez, for an honest and hilarious conversation about one of the most unlikely success stories in sports media.

Before becoming a household name through Bob Does Sports, Fat Perez was working as an accountant in Virginia, living a stable life with a steady career. Then one opportunity changed everything. He opens up about the difficult decision to leave it all behind, the moments he realized his life would never be the same, and what it's been like becoming one of the most recognizable faces in YouTube golf.

The two also dive into:
Leaving accounting to join Bob Does Sports full-time
The surreal moments that made his YouTube career feel real
Playing alongside Bryson DeChambeau and what he's really like off camera
The origin of the legendary "Euro Step"
Being recognized by PGA Tour players and celebrities
His unforgettable memories at St. Andrews
Favorite golf courses and life inside professional golf
Behind-the-scenes stories about tour caddies
The hardest he's ever laughed filming with the Bob Does Sports crew
Tiger Woods seeing his putt at the Creator Classic
Taking on Phil Mickelson in one of golf's most memorable challenge videos
Why authenticity has been the key to his success

Whether you're a golfer, a Bob Does Sports fan, or simply love hearing incredible career journeys, this is a must-listen conversation with one of the most entertaining personalities in golf today.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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This week on Parney Time, Parney sits down with one of the biggest personalities in golf, Fat Perez, for an honest and hilarious conversation about one of the most unlikely success stories in sports media.
Before becoming a household name through Bob Does Sports, Fat Perez was working as an accountant in Virginia, living a stable life with a steady career. Then one opportunity changed everything. He opens up about the difficult decision to leave it all behind, the moments he realized his life would never be the same, and what it's been like becoming one of the most recognizable faces in YouTube golf.
The two also dive into:
<ul data-start="1176" data-end="1862">
<li data-section-id="1hvaf66" data-start="1176" data-end="1230">Leaving accounting to join Bob Does Sports full-time</li>
<li data-section-id="1mknfvh" data-start="1231" data-end="1291">The surreal moments that made his YouTube career feel real</li>
<li data-section-id="1ue68bc" data-start="1292" data-end="1366">Playing alongside Bryson DeChambeau and what he's really like off camera</li>
<li data-section-id="1qk20e9" data-start="1367" data-end="1408">The origin of the legendary "Euro Step"</li>
<li data-section-id="73cijs" data-start="1409" data-end="1463">Being recognized by PGA Tour players and celebrities</li>
<li data-section-id="u143jl" data-start="1464" data-end="1507">His unforgettable memories at St. Andrews</li>
<li data-section-id="wu7vu0" data-start="1508" data-end="1565">Favorite golf courses and life inside professional golf</li>
<li data-section-id="16fejax" data-start="1566" data-end="1612">Behind-the-scenes stories about tour caddies</li>
<li data-section-id="1qhfeii" data-start="1613" data-end="1682">The hardest he's ever laughed filming with the Bob Does Sports crew</li>
<li data-section-id="14o5wid" data-start="1683" data-end="1735">Tiger Woods seeing his putt at the Creator Classic</li>
<li data-section-id="1jlg32v" data-start="1736" data-end="1811">Taking on Phil Mickelson in one of golf's most memorable challenge videos</li>
<li data-section-id="1on5ojp" data-start="1812" data-end="1862">Why authenticity has been the key to his success</li>
</ul>
Whether you're a golfer, a Bob Does Sports fan, or simply love hearing incredible career journeys, this is a must-listen conversation with one of the most entertaining personalities in golf today.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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Fat Perez: Accountant to Golf Sensation

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with Toronto Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski for one of the most heartfelt conversations of the season.

From growing up in Maryland dreaming of playing at Memorial Stadium to starring at the University of Richmond and eventually reaching the major leagues as both a player and coach, Budzinski reflects on the people, moments, and lessons that shaped his remarkable baseball journey.

The two dive into:
Growing up around Baltimore baseball and idolizing Eddie Murray
His University of Richmond days and what prepared him for professional baseball
Life in the minor leagues and the lessons that built his career
The unforgettable day he received his first call to the big leagues
Coaching stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and George Springer
The emotional meaning behind the Blue Jays honoring his late daughter, Julia
Hilarious bus ride and clubhouse stories
Rapid-fire questions, favorite teammates, and baseball memories
Faith, leadership, resilience, and finding purpose beyond the game

In honor of Mark's daughter Julia, please consider supporting the Julia Budzinski Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to deserving student-athletes and continues Julia's legacy of kindness, leadership, and service. You can also join the community at the JB Sunset 5K, taking place November 27 in Glen Allen, Virginia.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with Toronto Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski for one of the most heartfelt conversations of the season.
From growing up in Maryland dreaming of playing at Memorial Stadium to starring at the University of Richmond and eventually reaching the major leagues as both a player and coach, Budzinski reflects on the people, moments, and lessons that shaped his remarkable baseball journey.
The two dive into:
<ul data-start="841" data-end="1463">
<li data-section-id="8vr2x9" data-start="841" data-end="906">Growing up around Baltimore baseball and idolizing Eddie Murray</li>
<li data-section-id="e19ioe" data-start="907" data-end="988">His University of Richmond days and what prepared him for professional baseball</li>
<li data-section-id="oe5et9" data-start="989" data-end="1054">Life in the minor leagues and the lessons that built his career</li>
<li data-section-id="k65ffz" data-start="1055" data-end="1124">The unforgettable day he received his first call to the big leagues</li>
<li data-section-id="60du1s" data-start="1125" data-end="1206">Coaching stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and George Springer</li>
<li data-section-id="nmij8b" data-start="1207" data-end="1285">The emotional meaning behind the Blue Jays honoring his late daughter, Julia</li>
<li data-section-id="1e87gre" data-start="1286" data-end="1328">Hilarious bus ride and clubhouse stories</li>
<li data-section-id="tci3lf" data-start="1329" data-end="1394">Rapid-fire questions, favorite teammates, and baseball memories</li>
<li data-section-id="139vw5y" data-start="1395" data-end="1463">Faith, leadership, resilience, and finding purpose beyond the game</li>
</ul>
In honor of Mark's daughter Julia, please consider supporting the <a href="https://henricogives.org/honorary-and-memorial-funds/julia/">Julia Budzinski Memorial Scholarship Fund</a>, which provides scholarships to deserving student-athletes and continues Julia's legacy of kindness, leadership, and service. You can also join the community at the <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/GlenAllen/JBSunset5K">JB Sunset 5K</a>, taking place November 27 in Glen Allen, Virginia.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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Blue Jays 1st Base Coach Mark Budzinski on the Big Leagues, Faith and Resilience

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney welcomes one of the greatest two-sport athletes of his generation, Brian Jordan.

From starring as a Richmond Spider to playing in both the NFL and Major League Baseball, Brian reflects on the journey that made him one of the rare athletes to succeed at the highest level in two professional sports.

Brian shares incredible stories about growing up playing every sport imaginable, why young athletes should avoid specializing too early, and how the University of Richmond changed the course of his life. He also looks back on his football and baseball recruiting process, being drafted in both sports, and the devastating leg injury that nearly ended his career before it truly began.

The two also dive into:
The importance of playing multiple sports growing up
Choosing the University of Richmond and why it became his perfect fit
His football and baseball draft experiences
Overcoming a career-threatening leg injury
How the Atlanta Falcons gave him his first opportunity in the NFL
Incredible stories about Bo Jackson, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, and other sports legends
His favorite teammates and career memories
The Brian Jordan Foundation and his passion for youth literacy
Bringing HBCU baseball and softball tournaments to Richmond
His latest ventures in professional football and community development

Learn more about the Brian Jordan Foundation Scholarship Program

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney welcomes one of the greatest two-sport athletes of his generation, Brian Jordan.
From starring as a Richmond Spider to playing in both the NFL and Major League Baseball, Brian reflects on the journey that made him one of the rare athletes to succeed at the highest level in two professional sports.
Brian shares incredible stories about growing up playing every sport imaginable, why young athletes should avoid specializing too early, and how the University of Richmond changed the course of his life. He also looks back on his football and baseball recruiting process, being drafted in both sports, and the devastating leg injury that nearly ended his career before it truly began.
The two also dive into:
<ul data-start="1369" data-end="1994">
<li data-section-id="1he2z55" data-start="1369" data-end="1423">The importance of playing multiple sports growing up</li>
<li data-section-id="1ti8it7" data-start="1424" data-end="1495">Choosing the University of Richmond and why it became his perfect fit</li>
<li data-section-id="5ozqgu" data-start="1496" data-end="1541">His football and baseball draft experiences</li>
<li data-section-id="1phods1" data-start="1542" data-end="1586">Overcoming a career-threatening leg injury</li>
<li data-section-id="8vmjw0" data-start="1587" data-end="1648">How the Atlanta Falcons gave him his first opportunity in the NFL</li>
<li data-section-id="o7v3ss" data-start="1649" data-end="1749">Incredible stories about Bo Jackson, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, and other sports legends</li>
<li data-section-id="tanj6b" data-start="1750" data-end="1794">His favorite teammates and career memories</li>
<li data-section-id="1u4nz9l" data-start="1795" data-end="1859">The Brian Jordan Foundation and his passion for youth literacy</li>
<li data-section-id="5bkzk5" data-start="1860" data-end="1921">Bringing HBCU baseball and softball tournaments to Richmond</li>
<li data-section-id="10avs0f" data-start="1922" data-end="1994">His latest ventures in professional football and community development</li>
</ul>
Learn more about the <a href="https://www.brianjordanfoundation.com/scholarship-program.html">Brian Jordan Foundation Scholarship Program</a>
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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From Richmond Spider to Two-Sport Superstar with Brian Jordan

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Kenny Anderson on New York Basketball and His NBA Journey

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