Being the son of a former NFL player can’t be easy. The pressure and expectations from those around you are always in the back of your mind. What if you don’t live up to the same standards of your father? How disappointed will people be?
Noah Washington, son of former Arkansas and Green Bay Packers defensive-back Chuck Noah, is carving his own path and although he’s not on the football field, he is spending time with athletes.
Noah, the Northwest Arkansas native and growing YouTuber, is pleased to be where he is now with an average of five thousand views per video and over two thousand subscribers, “The Ridin’ Around Show” is must-see entertainment for Hog fans across the country.
Scottie Pippen, Anthony Black, Danyelle Musselman, and even a UAPD officer have made appearances, and each one is something Noah cherishes. “My favorite thing about running the show is the connections and opportunities it has brought to my life off camera. I’ve played golf with NBA stars and had the chance to meet a lot of influential people in Northwest Arkansas. The networking is great, but the actual experience of spending time with my guests is my favorite part of the show,” Noah said.
The format of “The Ridin’ Around Show” is similar to talk show host James Corden’s “Carpool Karaoke,” but it has its own twist.
Instead of Noah driving guests around for an interview in his personal vehicle, he brings out luxury automobiles such as a Mercedes or a Porsche. “My favorites I’ve been in are the Mercedes G-Wagon, Corvette C8, and the Scat Pack Dodge Charger.” Noah also conducts a more sit-down style interview, giving his viewers the chance to get to know the guests more in depth in a relaxed, unique environment.
Noah understands what a privilege it is to spend time with his influential guests, and he does not miss an opportunity to absorb every bit of advice when he gets the chance. “I love picking up tips from the people I get to meet and work with,” he said.
While he’s received plenty of advice from his guests, one bit from a basketball player sticks out. “Protect your energy and surround yourself with people that help you grow.” That’s good instruction for anyone trying to succeed, and while it’s safe to say Noah has met success, he’s not content to stop where he is.
During each twenty-minute episode, Noah, and his viewers, are afforded a unique perspective into the guests’ lives, learning things they may never have heard before. “My favorite moments on camera were with Anthony Black and Danyelle Musselman. They each told stories about being around Coach Musselman, and even though I never could have expected it, Coach will be on the show too. I am really excited for that one.”
While Noah can’t pick a favorite guest he’s had on the show, he tells us he has many more in mind for the future. “I’d love to interview some pro Hogs. Nick Smith Jr., Jordan Walsh, Isaiah Joe, Jaylin Williams, and Bobby Portis for sure. I’d also love to interview rappers like Drake or Rod Wave.”
Noah sees his YouTube channel as a chance to cross over into other opportunities in the future. “The show is definitely a vehicle, ironically, that will take me wherever I want to go. I’m learning skills such as branding, networking, and marketing, so no matter what’s next, I know it will help me.”
Noah is living a life he’s created for himself, one drive at a time, the pressure of being an NFL player’s son long gone. “Chasing my dreams is the way to sum it up. I combined my passions of sports, music, and cars. I never thought I’d be in entertainment because I grew up an introvert, but I saw an opportunity and ran with it.” Who knows what’s next for the Arkansas college sophomore, but he’ll tell you he’s certainly not finished… this is only the beginning.
Follow Noah online at theridinaroundshow.com, on X @RidinAroundShow, on Instagram @theridinaroundshow, and on YouTube on The Ridin Around Show.
