Austin Perine: House of Payne Star, Youth Baseball Standout, and the “Bird Boo Boo” Movement

In this episode of The SLIDE Podcast Show, Coach Aaron and Mike Check Mariah are joined by the incredibly talented Austin Perine!

Known for his role as Christian Payne on Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, Austin is much more than just a TV star. He’s a standout athlete for the Metroplex Red Tails, a passionate philanthropist through his "Show Love" foundation, and the creator of the viral "Bird Boo Boo" movement.

We dive into how Austin balances life on a Hollywood set with his commitment to baseball fundamentals, his inspiring journey of feeding the homeless starting at just four years old, and the hilarious story behind his "Bird Boo Boo" jingle. Austin also shares his future dreams of playing "Banana Ball" and his advice for young creators on staying grounded.

In this episode, we cover:

Austin’s experience on House of Payne and acting during COVID.
The history of the Metroplex Red Tails and honoring the Tuskegee Airmen.
Why fundamentals matter more than just athleticism on the field.
The heart behind the "Show Love" foundation.
The origin of the "Bird Boo Boo" movement.
Connect with Austin Perine:

Instagram/Facebook/YouTube: @AustinPerine
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