Former NFL Quarterback Ryan Leaf to Host the “The Last Mile Radio” on SiriusXM December 3, 2024 Ryan Leaf The Last Mile provides technology training for high-demand jobs for incarcerated individuals in facilities across the US, with its radio show exploring topics that face justice-impacted people. OAKLAND, CA – Former NFL Quarterback Ryan Leaf announced today he will assume the role of host of the SiriusXM show, The Last Mile Radio. Launched in early 2023, The Last Mile Radio amplifies voices shaping the U.S. justice system and shares impactful stories, covering topics like creativity in prison, emotional literacy, reentry support, substance use recovery, and prison reform. Upon his early and sudden retirement from the NFL, Ryan Leaf faced a downward spiral, struggling with substance abuse that eventually led to his incarceration for burglary and drug offenses in 2012. Today, Leaf is the President and CEO of RAM Consultant, Inc., a host on SiriusXM’s NFL Radio channel, and a college and NFL football game analyst for Westwood One Sports. He’s hosted the podcast “The Straight Line with Ryan Leaf” and regularly appears on the CW, among other networks. He travels nationwide to speak about his experience and address the stigmas surrounding mental health and substance abuse that prevent so many from seeking care. He also serves as an Ambassador in Recovery, partnering with the Menninger Clinic in Houston, Texas. “For someone like me, who’s been at the bottom, The Last Mile Radio means everything. It’s not just about telling stories—it’s about building bridges and showing what’s possible when we invest in people’s potential, not their past,” said Leaf. “This show and its relationship with SiriusXM is a testament to what happens when voices from inside the system are finally heard. It’s a privilege to amplify those stories and inspire listeners to see the humanity in everyone.” “We are excited to welcome Ryan Leaf as the host of The Last Mile Radio on SiriusXM. The show aims to inspire listeners with stories focused on social impact, a mission we have long admired in Ryan’s community engagements over the years,” said Kevin McCracken, Executive Director of The Last Mile. “Building on the momentum generated since the show launched in 2023, Ryan will continue to engage with changemakers who are committed to shifting the status quo.” “SiriusXM is proud of the strong relationship we have built with The Last Mile, and the success of TLM Radio over the last year,” said Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer of SiriusXM. “With the addition of Ryan as the new host, the show will only continue to grow, focusing on important topics impacting today’s society, including criminal justice reform, mental health, and incredible stories of transformation.” About SiriusXM SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America with a portfolio of audio businesses including its flagship subscription entertainment service SiriusXM; the ad-supported and premium music streaming services of Pandora; an expansive podcast network; and a suite of business and advertising solutions. Reaching a combined monthly audience of approximately 150 million listeners, SiriusXM offers a broad range of content for listeners everywhere they tune in with a diverse mix of live, on-demand, and curated programming across music, talk, news, and sports. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com. About The Last Mile Radio After premiering each Saturday at 12pm ET, replays of The Last Mile Radio will broadcast the next day at 9am ET and 3pm ET. The Last Mile Radio is available to subscribers nationwide in their car and on the SiriusXM app. The app is available to subscribers on mobile devices and a wide variety of connected platforms in the home including smart speakers, smart TVs and streaming media players. Streaming access is included with all of SiriusXM’s audio trials and most popular plans. About The Last Mile Turn 2 U Inc. dba The Last Mile (TLM) is an Oakland, CA based 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to provide opportunities for personal and professional growth for justice-impacted individuals through education and technology training. Through prison education, transitional support and workforce reentry, TLM is disrupting the system of mass incarceration across the United States. In-classroom curricula and course material prepare students for meaningful employment in modern job roles including web development, software engineering and audio and video production. Students cultivate personal and professional development in alignment with the technical education and with the support of TLM reentry staff, volunteers, and a community founded on shared lived experience. The Last Mile Impact TLM is currently in 8 states and 16 facilities TLM has served 1,200 students TLM has served over 700 returned citizens Follow-up Information:Please refer to TLM’s language guide for guidance on using humanizing language when referring to justice-impacted people in the media.