This episode honors the accomplishments and legacy of the Historic Mellow Men of Michigan, seven University of Michigan football legends who built a brotherhood rooted in discipline, service, and shared purpose. From iconic moments on the field to decades of community impact, personal resilience, and educational outreach, their story is a testament to the power of unity, values, and giving back.
 
00:00 Introducing the Mellow Men
04:02 Historic Players and October 4th
06:47 Playing for Coach Bo Schembechler
11:09 Billy Taylor’s Game-Winning Touchdown
16:47 Vietnam and The Den’s Legacy
24:01 Sobriety and Spiritual Awakening
27:36 NFL Career and Ohio State Rivalry
30:50 Coaching and Michigan’s Winning Culture
35:00 Vietnam War and Campus Activism
38:39 Michigan’s Legacy and Billy’s New Book
42:16 NFL CTE and Recovery Houses
44:22 Mellow Men’s Future Initiatives
47:34 Mellow Men’s Historic Den and Legacy
49:59 Mellow Men’s Historic Marker Unveiling
53:44 Remembering Four Mellow Men Brothers
57:12 Mellow Men’s Military Service
01:00:38 Foundation, Faith, and Camaraderie
01:05:51 Mama Shu and Personal Legacies
01:09:19 Leaving a Legacy of Impact
01:12:41 Final Thoughts and Future Podcasts
 
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Guest Links
Website: https://historic-7mellowmen.org/the-playbook/
Butch Carpenter Endowment Fund: https://giving.umich.edu/um/w/alden-j.-butch-carpenter-law-memorial-scholarship-301572
Dr. Billy Taylor’s Get Back Up Foundation: https://www.btgetbackup.com/
Reggie McKenzie Foundation: https://reggiemckenziefoundation.org/
 
 
Sponsors
Clark Lake Golf Course
Website: https://clarklakegolfcourse.com
 
Mama Mia's Pizza
Website: https://mamamiasredford.com/
 
Dr. Tim Kosinski
Website: https://smilecreator.net/

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