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Malcolm Mitchell sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his son as he grows up. Malcolm talks about his passion for reading and becoming an author after his NFL career. We talk about his time in the NFL and winning a Super Bowl. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.
About Malcolm Mitchell
Malcolm Mitchell is a native of Valdosta, Georgia. As a high school senior, he was an Under Armour All-American and went on to finish in the top ten all time receivers during his playing career at the University of Georgia (UGA). After graduating from UGA with a degree in Communications in 2015, Malcolm was drafted by the New England Patriots, becoming a Super Bowl Champion in February 2017. Among Malcolm’s numerous awards and accomplishments both on and off the field, he considers discovering a love of reading his greatest achievement. Initially, reading was a challenge; however, through perseverance, books became an avenue for expanding his curiosity, creativity and learning. Through literacy Malcolm has authored and published children’s books, created a youth literacy initiative called Read with Malcolm, and established Share the Magic Foundation to transform lives through literacy.
Follow Malcolm on Twitter at @MalcolmJarod and go to his website at readwithmalcolm.com to learn more on Malcolm and the great work he does at his foundation to encourage reading.
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About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast
The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
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