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Youth $portsRebuilding and RedefiningEpisode 84: Nate Tucker (Paralympic Gold Medalist, World Champion) 🎙 This week on the Youth $ports Podcast: I sit down with Paralympic World Champion & Paralympic Gold Medalist middle-distance runner Nate Tucker, whose story is equal parts shocking, inspiring, and unforgettable. 🔹 Nate grew up in a one-of-a-kind household  with two Olympian parents still actively competing, where hard work wasn’t preached… it was lived. 🔹 Every morning started with family workouts in the garage… ending in 50-meter sprint races down the street. Nate says, “Rent is due every day.” 🔹 At age 10, Nate’s life changed instantly after a freak g...
2026-02-111h 07Youth $ports
Youth $portsPulling Back the CurtainEpisode 83: Greg Visinho (Former Division III Women's Soccer Coach/Current club coach) 🎙 This week on the Youth $ports Podcast: I sit down with Greg Visinho, a former Division III women’s soccer coach and current club coach, to pull back the curtain on the realities of Division III athletics and the pressure-filled recruiting culture surrounding youth soccer. 🔹 What the Division III experience actually looks like when there are no athletic scholarships and why “student-athlete” is truly in the right order. 🔹 Dismantling the “D1 or bust” mentality and how this narrative often starts at the club level, not...
2026-02-0455 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsTalking Shop with Craig SkinnerEpisode 82: Craig Skinner (University of Kentucky volleyball coach) 🎙 This week on the Youth $ports Podcast: I sit down 1-on-1 with Kentucky Volleyball head coach Craig Skinner, one of the most accomplished coaches in college sports. 🔹 Fresh off a national championship appearance, 9th straight SEC regular season title, 21st NCAA Tournament, and a 2020 national championship, Skinner reflects on excellence and what comes after the confetti falls. 🔹 From carrying trophies to carrying firewood, Craig opens up about the quiet moments after an incredible season and the calm after the storm. 🔹 He shares the story of mee...
2026-01-281h 08Youth $ports
Youth $ports2026 Youth $ports Ins & OutsEpisode 81: Jordan Paker & Toni Cannon (Heated Rivals) Repeat guests Jordan Parker and Toni Cannon join host Ally Tucker to deliver the 2026 Youth Sports Ins & Outs. We want the Ins to stay and the Outs to go! ... And a special guest joins us for the 1st time to drop a few In/Out bombs.  A few teasers for the Ins: - Saying "no" to absurd youth sports travel, expenses, competition, etc.  -T-shirt jerseys - Messy parents - More ridiculous sporting events.  - And many, many more... ...
2026-01-221h 16Youth $ports
Youth $portsIncludedEpisode 80: Chris Collins (Ability to Include, Inc.) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Chris Collins of Ability to Include, a nonprofit focused on reducing disparities in education, recreation, and advocacy for children with special needs and their families. We talk about how Chris’s love of soccer and background in special education shaped his coaching philosophy, why sports are one of the most powerful (and underused) tools for teaching social and emotional skills, and how inclusive programs can change the lives of not just kids—but entire families.  🔹 From Soccer Player to Inclusive Coach Chris s...
2026-01-1450 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsA Different LensEpisode 79: Jenna Filipkowski (Psychologist/Soccer Mom) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Jenna Filipkowski, a youth soccer parent and psychologist who offers a refreshingly honest look at the youth sports landscape. Jenna admits she never loved soccer growing up, becoming a “professional soccer mom by happenstance.” Together, we explore how quickly youth sports become intense, expensive, and all-consuming, why parent behavior on the sidelines would be considered wildly dysfunctional in a normal workplace, and how social hierarchy, information gatekeeping, and fear of missing out quietly shape the youth sports experience. We also talk about the unexpected beauty...
2026-01-071h 12Youth $ports
Youth $portsClocking InEpisode 78: Leslie Davis (Cross Country and Track Coach at Lafayette HS) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Leslie Davis, former Kentucky state champion in the 800 and now a cross country and track coach (and English teacher) at Lafayette High School in Lexington, KY. We dig into why running may be the most inclusive and accessible sport in schools, how it teaches kids to choose hard things, and the real mental, physical, and emotional challenges young runners face… from discipline and burnout to body image and puberty. Davis shares what makes track and field so uniquely diverse, and w...
2025-12-261h 25Youth $ports
Youth $portsCulture ShockEpisode 77: Jordan Heuglin (Trinity Boys Soccer Head Coach) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Jordan Heuglin, head soccer coach at his alma mater, Trinity High School in Louisville, KY, to talk about winning at a high level without losing perspective. Jordan reflects on his unconventional soccer journey, the pressure parents and players feel in today’s youth sports landscape, and why culture—not trophies—has become the true measure of success. 🔹 From Rec Soccer to the Top of Kentucky Soccer Jordan shares his rare path to high-level soccer, playing mostly recreationally until freshman year at Trin...
2025-12-171h 10The Tucker Carlson Show
The Tucker Carlson ShowWhat If Everything You Were Told About America’s “Closest Ally” Is Wrong?Why are we defending mass murder in Gaza? Because our Greatest Ally demands it. It’s time to rethink that relationship. Paid partnerships with: Black Rifle Coffee: Promo code "Tucker" for 30% off at https://blackriflecoffee.com SimpliSafe: Visit https://simplisafe.com/TUCKER to claim 50% off a new system. There's no safe like SimpliSafe. Preborn: To donate please dial #250 and say keyword "BABY" or visit https://preborn.com/TUCKER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-12-111h 38Youth $ports
Youth $portsIt's a Business, Man🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Cameron Korab, founder of the Youth Sports Business Report, to unpack why the word business makes so many people feel uncomfortable when placed next to youth sports and why ignoring that reality might be hurting families more than helping them. With the industry valued at $54 billion and projected to skyrocket to $300 billion by 2035, Korab breaks down what’s driving the growth, who’s entering the space, and how the right brands could actually lower the cost for families. 🔹 The Business Nobody Wants to Talk About People get uncomfortable admitting youth spor...
2025-12-1047 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsYelling At CloudsEpisode 75: Jordan Parker (Closest thing we have to a co-host) 🎙In this week’s episode, Jordan Parker and I yell at clouds for an hour and 45 minutes. Just kidding, sort of. A few clouds were yelled at, but we also had an interesting dialogue about 4 big things: The recent study about Harvard giving more As than ever and how that translates to youth sports.  The insane prices of sporting events these days (hello, World Cup!)  The parental insanity around post-season awards What we miss about the 90s… A better time.
2025-12-031h 52Youth $ports
Youth $portsSister ActEpisode 74: Jess & Jen Langer (Sisters, former tennis players) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with sisters Jess and Jen Langer, who grew up side by side in the intense world of competitive youth tennis. One sister rose through the national ranks while the other burned out before high school, and together they unpack how personality, pressure, and identity shaped two completely different athletic journeys. 🔹 Sisterhood and Sports Jess and Jen started tennis at a very young age, both showing early promise and climbing quickly through local, regional, and national tournaments. 🔹 When Talent Meets Pre...
2025-11-191h 00Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Man in the MirrorEpisode 73: Dan Blewett (Coach, Speaker, Former professional baseball player, author)   🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Dan Blewett, former professional baseball player, current author, coach and speaker, for a reflective conversation about masculinity, sports culture, and what it truly means to be “tough.” Dan unpacks how our culture shapes boys and how sports can still be a healthy place to figure it all out. 🔹 The Pressure to Perform We kick off with the intense pressure young boys feel not just to play sports, but to be good at them. 🔹 Baseball in Ja...
2025-11-121h 01Youth $ports
Youth $portsThin LineEpisode 72: Greta Jarvis (Founder of Center for Active Women) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with the founder of the Center for Active Women for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about the complicated relationship between female athletes, food, body image, and sport. From disordered eating to the taboo topic of missed periods, we dig into what’s really going on beneath the surface of today’s youth sports culture and how we can do better for the next generation of athletes. 🔹 Discipline vs. Disorder Where the line blurs for driven athletes who want to perfect th...
2025-11-051h 00Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Athlete's AdvantageEpisode 71: Andi Johnson (Georgetown College Hall of Famer and Chief Policy Officer & Director of Regional Engagement for Commerce Lexington) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Andi Johnson, Georgetown College Hall of Famer and Chief Policy Officer & Director of Regional Engagement for Commerce Lexington. From dominating the court to dominating the boardroom, Andi embodies the long-term power of sports. We unpack how athletics shaped her leadership, confidence, and career…and why the habits athletes build early often become their greatest professional advantage. 🔹 From Playground to Policy Room Andi can’t remember a time when sports wer...
2025-10-291h 29Youth $ports
Youth $portsBuyer Beware: Camp EditionEpisode 70: Dylan Meyer (Founder & CEO of Legacy of Legends)  In this episode🎙: I sit down with Dylan Meyer, the Founder & CEO of Legacy of Legends to talk about his evolution from young sports enthusiast to entrepreneur and advocate for positive change in youth sports. 🔹 From Fan Page to Founder How a kid making photoshops for his favorite player, Dwayne Wade, eventually started running his official fan account.  🔹 The Vetting Problem Legacy of Legends helps parents and athletes find the right camps—not just the popular or expensive ones. 🔹 Not Everyone Gets a...
2025-10-221h 01Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Good Old DaysEpisode 69: Ryan Lemond (Former high school sports reporter/current KSR co-host) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Ryan Lemond, co-host of Kentucky Sports Radio, whose true passion has always been high school sports. From his days covering Friday night lights for LEX18 to reflecting on how youth and high school athletics have changed over the years, Ryan brings stories, perspective, and a dose of nostalgia. We talk about what’s been lost, what still matters, and why nothing will ever beat a hometown hero under the lights. 🔹 Friday Night Hustle Ryan relives the chaos of...
2025-10-151h 24Youth $ports
Youth $portsFollow the ScienceEpisode 68: Wade Gilbert (Award-winning professor, highly acclaimed author of “Coaching Better Every Season”) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Wade Gilbert, an internationally renowned coaching scientist, award-winning professor at Cal State University-Fresno and author of the highly acclaimed book “Coaching Better Every Season.”  🔹 The Science of Coaching Coaching isn’t just an art. It’s rooted in decades of research on athlete development. 🔹 Global Perspective Gilbert has traveled the world, studying how other countries organize and oversee sports. 🔹 The Wild, Wild West “Most countries have a centralized platform. We don’t have tha...
2025-10-081h 25Youth $ports
Youth $portsConundrumsEpisode 67: Katie "Katrina" Moore (Former collegiate athlete turned youth sports parent) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with my former college soccer teammate, Katie "Katrina" Moore, who is navigating the world of youth sports now as a parent. The constant conundrums that come up, putting her former athlete mind at odds with the reality of the interests of the kids she's raising. Lessons, regrets, hopes, etc... It's real talk from a youth sports parent in the midst of it all RIGHT NOW.  🔹 From Athlete to Parent How Katie’s mindset changed once she was on the si...
2025-10-011h 26Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe ACL EpidemicEpisode 66: Vincent Minjares (Aspen Institute- ACL Pledge) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Vincent Minjares of the Aspen Institute to dig into a topic that’s personal for me: ACL injuries. I’ve lived through one myself, and I’ve coached far too many athletes—especially female soccer players—through this brutal setback. The phrase “It’s not if, but when” has become way too common. But after this conversation, I’m more convinced than ever that we don’t have to accept that reality. 🔹 Why This Hits Home My own ACL journey and the players I’ve coach...
2025-09-241h 03Youth $ports
Youth $portsHeating UpEpisode 65: Jordan Parker (5-time pod guest, Hot Take expert) 🎙️Jordan Parker comes on the Youth $ports Podcast for an unprecedented 5th time and today’s episode is meant to lighten up the air a little bit… It’s time for a Hot Takes ONLY episode. Almost ALL of the hot takes had nothing to do with sports (with a few sprinkled in).  Teasers: 🔹How can club soccer teams justify the $ they charge and yet… Kids who have been playing for 10 years still can’t use their left foot???? Parents, demand a refund.  🔹"I've never met so...
2025-09-171h 18Youth $ports
Youth $portsTruth BombsEpisode 64: Michael Lippert (Former soccer coach, current realist) 🎙 In this episode: Michael Lippert brings the unfiltered voice of truth to Youth $ports. Known for saying the hard things most people avoid, Lippert challenges long-held assumptions about pay-to-play, professional coaches, and the upside-down pyramid of youth sports. His central thesis? “Everything in youth sports today is better than it used to be… except the players.” 🔹 The Core Truth Despite more money, resources, and opportunities, players aren’t necessarily improving. 🔹 The Pay-to-Play Distraction Lippert argues the real problem isn’t pay-to-play…it’s parents avoiding accoun...
2025-09-101h 39Youth $ports
Youth $portsWild Wild WestEpisode 63: Scott Spillman (Executive Director of Mudsock Youth Athletics) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Scott Spillman, executive director of Mudsock Youth Athletics in Fishers, Indiana. We unpack what happens when an entire town decides youth sports should be about community first instead of chasing wins and dollars. From volunteers powering the system, to Marvel-movie moments of survival, to a Jeff Goldblum reference you won’t forget, this one is a blueprint for what rec sports can look like when everyone rows in the same direction. 🔹 One Umbrella How Fishers brought all of its recr...
2025-09-031h 06Youth $ports
Youth $portsBill of GoodsEpisode 62: Brandon Ramsey (KSR/Basketball Scout) 🎙 In this episode: Brandon Ramsey is ankle-deep in the high school and college basketball worlds: former college coach, high school scout, and basketball analyst for Kentucky Sports Radio. If he says it, you can trust it. Together we unpack the real recruiting process for 98% of players who aren’t top-20, 5-star prospects. From inflated promises to showcase madness to the trickle-down chaos of NIL and the transfer portal… this one’s a reality check every parent and player needs to hear. 🔹 The 98% Reality For the vast majority of high school...
2025-08-271h 17Youth $ports
Youth $portsR-E-S-P-E-C-T... R-E-F-E-R-E-EEpisode 61: Brenda Hilton (CEO of Officially Human) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Brenda Hilton, CEO and founder of Officially Human, to talk about the people in stripes who keep the games fair but often are the lightening rod for the most criticism. We dig into the emotional temperature of the stands, why fans lash out, and what it actually takes to humanize officials in youth sports. From financial stakes to technology to the unexpected ripple effects of sports gambling, this one pulls back the curtain on a world most of us only think about when we’...
2025-08-201h 04Youth $ports
Youth $portsThis One's For the GirlsEpisode 60: Wilder Treadway (Former Associate Director of Athletic Communications- Stanford Women's Basketball) 🎙 In this episode: There’s a good chance this will go down as one of my all-time favorite episodes. It’s long, but worth every minute. I sit down with Wilder Treadway to take a hilarious, heartfelt, and at times jaw-dropping journey through our early days at Kentucky Sports Radio (KSR), his path through college athletics, and the complex, evolving world of women’s basketball. From ankle monitors to media narratives to Planet Fitness horror stories… this one has everything. 🔹 KSR: The Wild West Wilde...
2025-08-132h 21Youth $ports
Youth $portsNon-TraditionalEpisode 59: Steve Boehle (Academy 48 Charter School) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Steve Boehle about the non-traditional charter school he has started in Arizona called Academy 48. Will this type of innovative model be the wave of the future in tackling some of the problems in youth sports, or are there still too many unknowns? 🔹 Bringing Back the Good in Youth Sports Steve Boehle saw what was missing in today’s youth sports culture—and decided to build something better from the ground up. 🔹 From Tech to Teams Before launching Academy 48, Steve worked in the...
2025-08-0659 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsFind Your LaneEpisode 58: Stephanie Arnold (YMCA Executive Director of Philanthropy) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Stephanie Arnold, the executive director of philanthropy for the YMCA in Lexington, Kentucky—and a self-proclaimed “YMCA Hype Girl.” We dive into the real mission of the Y: community, inclusion, and making youth sports accessible for everyone. From volunteer coaches to rec leagues, swim-offs to snow days, this one’s for the parents, players, and programs trying to do it for the right reasons.   🔹 Not Just a “Gym and a Swim” Stephanie explains the true mission of the YMCA—173 years stro...
2025-07-301h 15Youth $ports
Youth $portsCut From a Different ClothEpisode 57: Rodney Johnson Jr. (University of Louisville Cornerback) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Rodney Johnson Jr., a defensive back for the University of Louisville whose road to big-time college football was anything but easy. From growing up in New Orleans to surviving major injuries, changing schools, and defying the odds, Rodney’s story is one of resilience, raw honesty, and relentless belief. He opens up about football as survival, Louisiana pride, and what it means to carry your family on your back. 🔹 Growing Up Fast As the oldest sibling, Rodney had to become the man...
2025-07-231h 16Youth $ports
Youth $ports365 Days LaterEpisode 56: Ryan Galanaugh (Rec soccer parent turned club soccer parent) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Ryan Galanaugh, a youth sports Dad whose daughter recently made the big switch from recreational soccer to club soccer at the age of 10. In the 1st half of the episode, he broke down the decision-making process that led to the "leveling up." 365 days later, we recorded the 2nd half of the episode... Where he updated me on how the first year of that transition went.  🔹 When Is It Time? Ryan breaks down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs it was tim...
2025-07-161h 19Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Ripple EffectEpisode 55: Necolle Banks (Swim instructor who learned to swim at 43 years old)   🎙 In this episode: I talk with Necolle Banks, a swim coach and community leader who didn’t learn to swim until age 43, then made it her mission to ensure others didn’t have to wait that long. Her story is one of transformation, access, representation, and breaking generational barriers. From public pools in Louisville to emotional victories in the water, Necolle is changing lives one stroke at a time. 🔹 Learning at 43 Necolle was tired of sitting on the sidelines. In just four d...
2025-07-0944 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe Standard is the StandardEpisode 54: Chris Tinius (St. Xavier High School Athletic Director) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Chris Tinius, Athletic Director at St. Xavier High School in Louisville, Kentucky. A longtime coach turned administrator, Tinius opens up about the unique pressures, pride, and purpose behind running one of the top athletic departments in the nation. From historic rivalries to modern-day transfer chaos, we cover the shifting landscape of high school sports—and what it means to truly invest in student-athletes. 🔹 Coach vs. AD Tinius reflects on moving from the sidelines to the office and why winning...
2025-07-021h 16Youth $ports
Youth $portsToughness or Toxicity?Episode 53: Caroline Laramie (Ice Hockey Mom) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Caroline Laramie, a parent deeply embedded in the world of Northeast youth hockey. From town leagues to elite club teams, she’s seen it all—and she’s not shy about calling out the cracks in the system. We dig into hockey’s cultural norms, the pressure cooker of competitive youth sports, and the darker side that often goes unchecked. 🔹 A Culture Unto Itself In the Northeast, hockey isn’t just a sport—it’s a way of life. That comes with deep pride... and de...
2025-06-251h 18Youth $ports
Youth $portsA Fighting ChanceEpisode 52: Tyler J. (Boxer/Former student) -Today's episode is a special episode. Not only is it the 1 year anniversary of Episode #1 of the Youth $ports Pod, but the conversation is one of the most important we've had yet... Sometimes in life you are lucky enough to cross paths with people who will have a profound impact on you and how you view the world. Meet Tyler J. I can’t think of a better story to tell on the 1 year anniversary of starting the Youth $ports Podcast. The current state of youth sports of...
2025-06-181h 13Youth $ports
Youth $portsStay to Play: Booked Into a CornerEpisode 51: Jennifer Palmer (Investigative journalist, Oklahoma Watch) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Jennifer Palmer, investigative reporter with Oklahoma Watch, whose article “Forced Housing, Hidden Kickbacks” exposed the hidden costs and power plays in youth sports travel. We dig into the Stay-to-Play model, the legal gray areas, and why so many parents feel trapped by a system that claims to serve them. 🔹 The Article That Blew Up Jennifer’s piece became one of her most shared stories—striking a nerve with parents who’d long suspected something wasn’t right. 🔹 Follow the Kickbacks Tourna...
2025-06-1153 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe ChaseEpisode 50: Brad Ring (Former Major League Soccer player) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Brad Ring--former MLS midfielder, Indiana University standout, and now a passionate voice for athlete mental health with OnRise. From youth soccer glory to the quiet battles behind the scenes, Brad shares what the highlight reels leave out. 🔹 The Kid Who Dreamed Big Brad’s dream of going pro started early--and shaped everything. That dream came with joy… and missed birthdays, weddings, and normal kid stuff. 🔹 From IU to the MLS Drafted 17th overall in 2009, Brad’s pro debut was delay...
2025-06-0459 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsArt? Sport? Debt.Episode 49:  Audrey Borden (Dance Mom x 2) 🎙 In this episode: I talk with Audrey Borden, mom of two daughters who went from casual dance to pre-professional ballet. She shares the reality of parenting in the world of elite dance—where passion meets pressure, and the cost might just knock you off your feet. 🔹 Before You Were a Dance Parent Audrey opens up about the identity shift that happens when your kid’s activity takes over your family’s schedule—and your sense of self. 🔹 When Recital Turns Competitive That quiet moment when you realize… this...
2025-05-281h 05Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe "American Way"Episode 48: Dionne Koller (Law Professor and Author) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Dionne Koller—law professor, author of More Than Play, and Director of the Center for Sports & Law. We talk about how America built its youth sports system—and whether it’s actually working for kids or just everyone else. 🔹 How Did We Get Here? Millions of kids play youth sports, but legal scholarship on it? Almost nonexistent. Dionne explains how youth sports became a cornerstone of American childhood—with surprisingly little oversight. 🔹 Sports = Good Childhood™ Since the 1980s, sports have been...
2025-05-2156 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsLaughter is the Best MedicineEpisode 47: Devin Armand (TikTok Youth Sports Superstar) 🎙 In this episode: I sit down with Devin Armand—former college softball player and coach turned viral youth sports comedian on TikTok. With a wig, a phone, and a whole lot of sharp wit, Devin is flipping the script on toxic sports culture by making us laugh and think. 🔹 From Dugouts to TikTok Devin’s journey from college softball to youth sports satire is one-of-a-kind—and it’s blowing up for a reason. 🔹 Wigs, Skits, and Brutal Truths She throws on wigs and becomes every sports pare...
2025-05-141h 02Youth $ports
Youth $portsYouth $ports Pod TAKEOVEREpisode 46: Jordan Parker (It's a Youth $ports Pod TAKEOVER) In this episode, Jordan Parker sits down as the GUEST HOST to turn the tables to interview me, the regular host, Ally Tucker. We dive into the origin story of the Youth $ports Podcast and spend most of the episode exchanging hot takes on ridiculous topics.  Quotes from the episode, presented without context... 🔹“Really smart decision on my part at an expensive liberal arts school to major in sociology…” 🔹“I did get punched in the face once...” 🔹“I have a theory that people who...
2025-05-071h 15Youth $ports
Youth $portsKeys to the FerrariEpisode 45: Dr. Ashley Samson (Professor in the department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the University of Kentucky) In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Samson, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the University of Kentucky. We dig into the evolving conversation around mental health in sports, the pressures athletes face at every level, and what it really means to coach the whole human—not just the player. 🔹 “I Wish I Had That” – Dr. Samson reflects on discovering sports psychology after her own athletic journey and how crucial it is to have...
2025-04-3055 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe Tryout TangoEpisode 44: Mike Casey (Former Club President for Lexington FC) In this episode, I sit down with Mike Casey, former president of Lexington Futbol Club and a longtime youth soccer parent. Now that he’s on the other side of youth sports, Mike offers a refreshing, honest perspective on what really matters, what doesn’t, and how families can navigate the chaos without losing their minds (or their weekends). 🔹 The Benefit of Hindsight – Now out of the youth sports grind, Mike reflects on the things that once felt urgent—like team placements and tryouts—that just don’t matter...
2025-04-2351 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsArguably The Biggest Financial Decision Of Your LifeEpisode 43: Keirsten Sires (2aDays Founder/CEO...Featured in Forbes Magazine) In this episode, I sit down with Keirsten Sires, CEO and Founder of 2aDays—and the first Youth $ports guest to be featured in Forbes Magazine. We dive into the wild world of college recruiting, the power of transparency, and how her platform is flipping the script on how athletes and families choose programs. 🔹 From Skidmore to Startup – What began as a college entrepreneurship project turned into a game-changing business for athletes and their families. 🔹 The Rate My Professor of College Athletics – 2aDays lets athletes...
2025-04-1647 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsIdentity CrisisEpisode 42: Travis Snider (Former MLB 1st round draft pick, 3A Athletics Owner) In this episode, I sit down with Travis Snider, former MLB first-round pick and owner of 3A Athletics, to discuss the challenges of identity in sports, the pressures young athletes face, and how parents can better support their kids on and off the field. 🔹 The Weight of Identity in Sports – Travis shares how his self-worth was too tied to his athletic success, a struggle many young athletes face. 🔹 The Pressure of Early Talent Labels – When kids are labeled as “naturals,” it shapes their i...
2025-04-091h 03Youth $ports
Youth $portsTrailblazingEpisode 41: Terri Bryant (One of only a handful of women coaching football in the state of Kentucky) In this episode, I sit down with Terri Bryant, one of the few women coaching a boys’ football team, to discuss breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport and the challenges she’s faced along the way. 🔹 Breaking Barriers in Boys’ Football – While it’s common for men to coach girls’ teams, it’s still rare to see women leading boys’ teams. Terri shares how she’s had to prove herself time and time again. 🔹 Fighting Double Standards – Men coaching...
2025-04-0256 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsLove & Marriage (& Youth Sports)Episode 40: Dustin and Cindy Humphrey (Married with 4 children playing youth sports) Being a youth sports parent is practically a full-time job. For the first time in Youth $ports Podcast history, I bring on a married couple to dive into the realities of parenting, marriage, and family life within the fast-paced world of youth sports. 🔹 Inside the Humphrey Household – Dustin and Cindy Humphrey give us an honest look at how they navigate a household with four kids in sports—plus Cindy coaching! Spoiler alert: IT’S BUSY. And yes, it takes a village (grandparents included!). 🔹 Sport...
2025-03-261h 13Youth $ports
Youth $portsDifferent Strokes for Different FolksEpisode 39: Kendra Schadler (Youth Golf Mom) In this episode, we sit down with Kendra Schadler, mom of Kentucky’s top-ranked 9-year-old golfer, to dive into the highs, lows, and hidden costs of raising a young athlete in an expensive sport. 🔹 The Financial Toll of Youth Golf – From ever-changing equipment to specialized coaches, golf can be one of the priciest youth sports. We break down the true cost of keeping a young golfer competitive. 🔹 The Coaching Dilemma – Swing coaches, short-game specialists, mental performance trainers—the list goes on. Golf is a complicated sport! 🔹 Keeping It...
2025-03-1949 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsA Cautionary TaleEpisode 38: Alex & Elise (Mother/Daughter duo, Former competitive swimmer who suffered a major blood clot in her arm) In this episode, we hear the powerful and eye-opening story of Elise and her mother, Alex, who went through a major health scare when Elise suffered from a blood clot caused by repetitive motion in competitive swimming. 🔹 The Toll of Intense Training – Competitive swimmers can practice up to 7 times a week, often for multiple hours a day. Elise’s story highlights the physical strain that many young athletes face with demanding schedules. 🔹 A Relevant and Urgent Top...
2025-03-121h 06Youth $ports
Youth $portsBeware of the Propaganda MachineEpisode 37: Jacob Turner (Former 9th pick in the MLB draft, 11 year professional baseball career) In this episode, we sit down with Jacob Turner, former MLB pitcher and top-ranked high school prospect, to discuss the wild world of youth sports—and why he believes today’s system is out of control. 🔹 The Youth Sports "Propaganda Machine" – Turner argues that parents and players are constantly bombarded with messages pushing early specialization, elite training, and expensive programs. Is it all necessary? 🔹 The Myth of Early Greatness – Despite being the best high school pitcher in the country, Turner was rar...
2025-03-051h 01Youth $ports
Youth $portsLivin' The Dream: A Conversation w/ My Best FriendEpisode 36: Toni Cannon (Host Ally Tucker's former roommate of 10 years/D-3 college soccer teammate) In this episode, I sit down with Toni, a longtime friend, former D-3 soccer player, and current adult rec league warrior, to reminisce about the absurd, unforgettable, and downright hilarious moments from our playing days. 🔹 D-3 Soccer: A Different Kind of Grind – When you’re in it, you don’t always realize how wild some of the experiences are. We relive the pre-game Golden Corral meals, makeshift “locker rooms,” 20-pound unisex uniforms, and “international trips” to… Chicago. 🔹 Wouldn’t Trade It for the World –...
2025-02-261h 37Youth $ports
Youth $portsTop 6 Parenting Mistakes That Cause Kids to Quit SportsEpisode 35: Asia Mape (4-time Emmy Award winning journalist and Sports Television producer, Founder of "I Love To Watch You Play" blog) In this episode, I sit down with Asia Mape, a sports media veteran turned youth sports advocate, to discuss the biggest mistakes parents make, the changing culture of youth sports, and how we can do better. 🔹 From the Olympics to Youth Sports – Mape’s career covering five Olympics, multiple NBA playoffs, Super Bowls, and more gave her a front-row seat to elite athletes—but nothing prepared her for the world of youth sports parenting. 🔹 L...
2025-02-191h 10Youth $ports
Youth $portsMagic FormulaEpisode 34 : Shae Robertson (Former Ohio University Soccer Player, Current coach/trainer) In this episode, I sit down with Shae Robertson, former All-American and Ohio University standout, to discuss what it really takes to reach the next level—and why so many parents are asking the wrong questions. 🔹 From Player to Coach – Now on the other side of the game, Robertson quickly jumped into coaching and training young athletes, gaining a whole new perspective on youth sports. 🔹 The “Magic Formula” Myth – Parents constantly ask, “What did you do to become a D1 player?” But the truth? There’s n...
2025-02-121h 14Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Good in SportsEpisode 33: Melissa Harper (CEO/Co-founder of Good Sports) In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Harper from Good Sports, an organization dedicated to breaking down financial barriers in youth sports. If you’ve ever wondered why so many kids are being priced out of athletics, this conversation is a must-listen. 🔹 From 500 Basketballs to $110 Million in Donations – What started as a U-Haul full of equipment has turned into a national movement helping 10 million kids gain access to sports. 🔹 The Mission: Equity in Youth Sports – Good Sports is working to level the playing field, ensuring that...
2025-02-0556 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsSwinging For The FencesEpisode 32: Jordan Vorbrink (Former WKU Softball player) In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Vorbrink, a former University of Louisville softball commit, to break down the highs, lows, and absolute chaos of the youth softball world. 🔹 Committing to College… as a Freshman?! – Vorbrink locked in her spot at Louisville as a high school freshman. Did it relieve pressure or just put a bigger target on her back? 🔹 The Cost of Playing Softball – Travel. Equipment. Tournament fees. Many players had to travel with teammates or compete without family in the stands because the sport is sim...
2025-01-2952 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsOnce, Twice, Three Times a GuestEpisode 31: Jordan Parker (3-time podcast guest and champion of the Most Downloaded Episode) In this episode, we welcome back Jordan Parker for his third appearance on the Youth $ports Podcast! Jordan’s the reigning MVP of our most downloaded episodes, and once again, he’s bringing the Hottest Hot Takes. 🔹 Exploring the “Talent Pocket” Phenomenon – Why do certain places produce top athletes in specific sports or positions? Jordan dives into the concept of “Talent Pockets” and we explore examples like: Louisiana’s wide receivers Liverpool and Manchester soccer players Jamaica’s sprinters What makes these regions s...
2025-01-221h 11Youth $ports
Youth $portsD-1 or Bust: Is It A Must?Episode 30 (Mary Martin Hampton, Centre College Women's Soccer player who started her career at Univ. of Florida) In this episode, I sit down with Hampton, who shares her incredible journey from starting on the 3rd level soccer team at age 10 to reaching the top level by high school and playing Division 1 soccer. 🔹 A Journey of Progress – Not every kid makes the top team at a young age, and Hampton is the perfect example. She worked her way up through determination and hard work, showing that growth takes time. 🔹 The Reality of Long-Term Development – Some kids...
2025-01-151h 03Youth $ports
Youth $portsA Disappearing Middle ClassEpisode 29: Chris Dardano (Soccer Coach, Soccer Dad, Former Club Admin.) In this episode, I sit down with Chris Dardano, who shares his extensive experience and unique perspective from the world of youth soccer. 🔹 Where Does the Money Go? – A seemingly simple question, but Dardano gives a complicated answer. He breaks down the financial trail in youth soccer, explaining where your fees actually end up. 🔹 The Disappearing Middle Class in Youth Soccer – With the watering down of recreational leagues, many resources are being diverted to club teams, but at what cost? Dardano discusses the decline of...
2025-01-0848 minYouth $ports
Youth $ports2024 Youth $ports Wrapped EditionEpisode 28: 2024 Youth $ports Wrapped Edition This week, we're flipping the script and handing out some TROPHIES AND AWARDS to celebrate the first six months of the Youth $ports Podcast! 🏆 🔹 Top 10 Most Listened-to Episodes – We count down the top episodes that you, our listeners, couldn't get enough of. Find out which episodes earned the most attention! 🔹 The Most VIRAL Moments – We revisit the hottest moments that took the internet by storm. From unforgettable quotes to wild takes, these are the moments everyone was talking about. 🔹 Most Touching Moments – We highlight the emotional and heartfelt epis...
2025-01-011h 19Youth $ports
Youth $portsThe Times Are ChangingEpisode 27: Dr. Bob Dranoff (Former D-2 East Coast Conference Athletic Commissioner, Current graduate professor at St. John's University) - Both at the youth sports AND collegiate level, sports are more commercialized than ever.  - A focus on making rules and regulations that only benefit the "elite of the elite." - Trickle down effect of some new rule changes in college athletics with revenue sharing, NIL, scholarship limitations and roster changes. Will universities have to make tough decisions about cutting programs, how much funding to provide, etc? We haven't even seen the tip of t...
2024-12-2655 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe $hip Has $ailedEpisode 26: Aaron Flaker (Former President/Co-owner and Co-founder of JAM Brands, current Co-Owner of Athletx Sports Group) - Flaker discusses his intro into the world of cheer (spoiler alert: He started out as a mascot!) - The history behind how cheerleading has undergone a MASSIVE transformation through the years... - Cheer has all of the markers of every other sport/competition, but the unique addition of aesthetics.  - The incredible story behind Flaker's first business venture, which grew into one of the largest cheer events in the world (Jam Fest turned J...
2024-12-181h 01Youth $ports
Youth $portsPatience Is A (Lost) Virtue Episode 25: Aaron Anderkin (Youth sports Dad/coach/former athlete) - Can any other youth sports parents relate to 90% of their non-work life being consumed by sports? - Growing up in a small town, idolizing the "hometown heroes"  - The challenge of doubling as both a youth sports parent AND a youth sports coach. How do you strike the correct balance? - The trickle down effect we are seeing of players, parents, coaches, etc. seeking IMMEDIATE GRATIFICATION.  - Kids compete for a ring or trophy every weekend now... It used to be a year's long investment toward winning such bi...
2024-12-111h 03Youth $ports
Youth $portsHeart & SoulEpisode 24: Philip Manga & players from the Box2Box Organization - Box2Box is a non-profit organization in Lexington Ky that strives to empower the youth to seek community through sport, to develop identity relevance and belonging.  - The game of soccer opened up so many doors for Philip Manga in his life. When he came to the United States with his family from the Republic of Congo, he struggled to find his place in the community.  - Manga was able to find a connection to his community through the game of soccer.  ...
2024-12-0454 minTinman Podcast
Tinman PodcastAlly Tucker, host of the Youth $ports Pod, discusses the ever evolving landscape of youth sportsThe ecosystem of youth sports is ever evolving, with the last decade bringing some of the most fast-sweeping and drastic changes.  In this episode, I am joined by Ally Tucker, host of the Youth $ports Pod.  Her podcast explores the changing landscape of Youth Sports in America and how it continues to shift away from its roots.  Ally is interested in the full picture, having conversations with players, parents, and coaches from a variety of sports, as well as referees, physical therapists, and other pieces of the puzzle.  We touch on a few of the big talking points around youth...
2024-11-2137 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe Day The Music DiedEpisode 23: Charlie Ely (Medically retired college football player) - What happens when sports has been a huge part of your identity your entire life, and then it gets stripped away because of injuries? - What it's like to be an athlete who shows early potential, has great size and big dreams.  - Football is a grind. You almost never go through a game pain-free, but it's part of the mentality.  - Is the "no days off" mentality really better in the long-run than taking breaks?  - The pure joy of...
2024-11-201h 23Youth $ports
Youth $portsA Big Fish In A Small PondEpisode 22: Jessie Weis (Mother of Top 100 Basketball Prospect, Gabe Weis) - Jessie Weis is the mother of a Top 100, 4-star basketball prospect (Gabe Weis) from a small town in Kentucky - Weis walks us through the natural progression of Gabe's development and the opportunities that came as a result of his hard work.  - Parents don't have to PUSH doors open for their children when it comes to youth sports. Let your child's hard work and ability open those doors.  - What it's like being the big fish in a small po...
2024-11-131h 03Youth $ports
Youth $portsUneven Playing FieldEpisode 21: Jeff Kellman (Inner city high school football coach, Milwaukee) - Kellman has coached at both well-funded and poorly funded high schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The discrepancies between the 2 are massive... - Coaches having to pay for basic equipment out of their own pockets vs. 65 million dollar athletic complexes - Athletes seeing the lack of resources and opportunity provided to them.... How does that impact how they feel others value them? Do they internalize these feelings? - Fundraising is supposed to be the great equalizer, right? But is it really when...
2024-11-061h 01Youth $ports
Youth $portsA Dream That Wouldn't DieEpisode 20: Roni Robinson (Former high school football/basketball standout who spent 4.5 years in jail before beginning his redemption story) - Roni Robinson was once a candidate for Mr. Kentucky football and Mr. Kentucky basketball in the SAME season with letters from college coaches piling up in trash bags... - Robinson was a hometown hero, with his whole life ahead of him, packing the stands on Friday nights in his small town of Frankfort, Ky.  - Robinson was set to play football AND basketball for the University of Tennessee... but there was just 1 problem: T...
2024-10-301h 15Youth $ports
Youth $portsRANKINGS: Assessing or Obsessing?Episode 19: Scott Strode (Blue Chips Nation/Prep Hoops Scout) - Scott Strode works as a basketball writer/scout for PrepHoops  - Strode sees himself as a connector/referral service between college coaches and players, helping both sides to streamline the recruiting and evaluation process.  - With many colleges operating on $500 recruiting budgets (No, seriously!), efficiency is crucial.  - We discuss the obsession with rankings, especially on the side of the parents and players. But guess who really does NOT care about rankings? THE COLLEGE COACHES. Not one time has Strode ever bee...
2024-10-2357 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe Price WE PayEpisode 18: Kobe Johnson (Soccer parent/Former soccer player) - A story of sacrifice and love in the world of youth sports.  - The 5-6 day weekly grind of being a high school athlete - Sports can teach kids life lessons: Managing time, prioritizing, working with others, etc.  - When you sit down and actually add up all of the expenses (10K, 20K... etc...), is it really worth it? Would it have been better to just put that $ into a college fund? - Some advice on the ID camps. You ca...
2024-10-1651 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsTipping PointEpisode 17: Katie Filiatreau (Physical Therapist) - The frequency in which Early Sports Specialization is happening these days is ALARMING! (Spoiler alert: It's NOT good for your kids' long-term future) - Comparison: Using patient-first language vs. Using athlete-first language. Are we unintentionally putting pressure on our athletes when parents refer to themselves as "Soccer Moms" and "Baseball Dads?" - The pressure to return to play as quickly as possible. But you only get 1 body, 2 knees, 2 shoulders... Long-term vs. Short-term - TRUTH BOMB: Early specialization leads to higher risk of overuse injuries. Specialization...
2024-10-0957 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsKeeping Up With the JonesesEpisode 16: Tansy Coats (Parent of 3/Elementary school teacher) - The struggles of juggling the weekly youth sports schedule of 3 children.  - Constantly dividing and conquering. "It takes a village." - The inequity in opportunity to participate in sports based on family structure, support, transportation, financial ability, etc. -Sports are supposed to be the great equalizer... but have we created yet another system of haves and have nots? - Setting boundaries as a family such as only playing 1 sport per season.  - What about the "other siblings" who ma...
2024-10-0252 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsHalftime RecapEpisode 15: Jordan Parker (Our 1st repeat guest) - The Youth $ports Podcast is officially 15 episodes old! We've talked about a LOT of topics. - This episode serves as a bit of a recap/halftime episode, where we discuss some of the underlying themes and topics of the podcast so far.  - We discuss the biggest takeaways from Episodes 1-14. - Jordan turns the questions in Ally's direction to ask some questions about the logistics of the podcast and reflections on the process.  - THEMES: Maybe college scholarships being the "en...
2024-09-251h 08Youth $ports
Youth $portsChanging the GameEpisode 14: Katherine Southerland (Founder of a free, all-girls Galaxy Basketball League) - Southerland started a COMPLETELY FREE basketball organization for K-5 girls only in Louisville Kentucky (Galaxy Basketball Incorporated).   - Lack of opportunities for young girls who want to play basketball.  - Co-ed teams exist, but sometimes only 2 girls play at a time.  - Basketball SHOULD be one of the MOST accessible sports, but AAU is making it so expensive.  - Are some AAU programs just making money off of families, playing in too many games/tournaments/showcases at the e...
2024-09-1856 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsA Broken RecordEpisode 13 Guest: Mallory Shake (Former Division 1 Swimmer) - Mallory tells the story of what it’s like to be identified at a very young age as being exceptional at a sport (by breaking an Olympic swimmer’s previously held record at 8 years old) - The tug of war playing 2 sports: 1 that you play because you’re really good at it and 1 that you play because you love it.  - Should you choose the sport you’re good at or the sport you love? How long can you do both? - The pressure...
2024-09-111h 02Youth $ports
Youth $portsA Conversation With My DadEpisode 12 Guest: Cy Tucker (7-time state champion, Hall of Fame coach, my Dad) - The blessing of being able to sit down and have a conversation recorded with my Dad is not lost on me… (He also just so happens to be a 7 time state champion and Hall of Fame girls soccer coach). - Humble beginnings. Learning the game just by playing, without lots of structure and outside influence. - The unique bond soccer helped create between a father and daughter. - Coaching without an ego. Doing whatever it takes to win...
2024-09-041h 23Youth $ports
Youth $portsHindsight is 20/20, But the Pressure is 100Episode 11 Guest: Jennifer Smith (Retired youth soccer parent) - Now that her kids are older, Jennifer Smith reflects back on her time as a youth sports soccer parent. Hindsight is 20/20, but she would have done a lot of things differently... - Non-sports parents on the outside looking in saying... "Are you crazy?" (Like when you reschedule a flight to Italy with your family that has been planned for years for a soccer tournament...For an extra $2,000) - Whatever it takes not to miss out. Swipe the credit card. Figure it out later. 
2024-08-2856 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsCoach SpeakEpisode 10 Guest: Sara Martin (Former volleyball coach) - Hear stories from a coach who fell in and out of love with coaching... - We are all TOO ACCESSIBLE these days. Cell phones make it instant gratification/communication. Remember phone trees? - The golden years of coaching: Before it gets too serious and it's still about the love of the game.  - Club sports aren't for the best players anymore, they are for everyone.  - Doing what's "best for the team" is harder and harder to get players AND parents to...
2024-08-2159 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsOfficially A ProblemEpisode 9 Guest: Mike Webster (Basketball Official/Referee) - Everyone loves their youth sports, but without refs... There IS no youth sports. - Referee abuse is a real issue and it's causing MAJOR ripple effects with shortages nationwide, across all sports.  - Losing more #s in officiating than we are gaining. Not a sustainable model.  - Quality officiating is declining because there's no incentive to improve. Even bad officials HAVE to get games because of low #s.   - As coaches, players, fans... you want to show up to a game and...
2024-08-1446 minYouth $ports
Youth $ports"I'll Never Be THAT Parent..."Episode 8: Linda Flanagan (Author/Researcher, Take Back the Game) - Author of Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports-- And Why it Matters - Sports used to have a different, less central role in family life - Obesity problems in America... sports are linked to better outcomes in life. So why are we making them more expensive and LESS accessible? - Pay to play is shutting out potentially great players.  - 3 major cultural shifts that have caused drastic changes in youth sports: Decline in pu...
2024-08-0750 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsCollege Recruiting: Myths and MisconceptionsEpisode 7: Trip Rogers (Centre College Women's Soccer Associate Head Coach) - Hear the truth about recruiting Myths and Misconceptions from a college coach - There is NO RETURN on investment when it comes to club/travel sports. I repeat, there is no such thing as a return on investment.  - No one is earning a scholarship at 10, 11, 12 years old... College coaches do not care where you're traveling at that age. Save your $$$ - College coaches salivate over multi-sport athletes - Do colleges bear some responsibility for the youth sports m...
2024-07-3154 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsHello From the Other SideEpisode 6: Matt Bomeisl (A3 Baseball Academy Owner/Director) - A3 Academy: An alternative path for high school age athletes, designed to give an edge to serious athletes to prepare them for college/professional baseball.  - Travel sports are emphasizing creating "mercenary teams" that meet up to play in showcases, but does this come at the expense of development?  - American sports mentality vs. other countries: More distractions, less unstructured play - Are these academies the future of high level sports? And if so, are kids missing out on a more well-rounded hi...
2024-07-2453 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsThe Value of High School SportsEpisode 5: Nate Valentine (North Laurel HS Basketball Coach, home of Reed Sheppard) - High school basketball coach of Reed Sheppard (Former Kentucky men's basketball player and 3rd pick in the NBA draft) sheds light on the story of a kid who decided to stay home and play for his hometown team.  - The value of playing for your community - If you're good, they'll find you. More pathways than ever exist today... - Valuable lessons can be learned from high school sports and your role within a team - A...
2024-07-1751 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsBlueprintEpisode 4 Guest: Betsy Huckaby (Current collegiate athlete, Univ. of Louisville) - Slow and steady wins the race: A blueprint for what youth sports CAN look like... A late bloomer turned Division 1 athlete (University of Louisville) - The value of growing up as a multi-sport athlete and being a good teammate.  - How adversity can change the trajectory of an athlete's career.  - Not everyone has the same drive... and that's okay.  - The quandary of athletes being encouraged to skip out on high school sports  - Does Divi...
2024-07-1044 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsMaybe Less Is MoreEpisode 3 Guest: Drew Watts (Performance Coach) - We broach the topic no one wants to talk about... Injuries -The impact of over-scheduling at a young age - Is the emphasis on GAMES, GAMES and more GAMES coming at the cost of free play, creativity and recovery? - At some point, will level headed adults start to say no? - A concerning increase in overuse injuries - Variety isn't a bad thing and recovery time is important - The ACL epidemic   
2024-07-0349 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsGaslit GenerationEpisode 2 Guest: Katie Wells (Youth sports parent) - Has the current generation of youth sports parents been gaslit as the "participation trophy generation" and as a result, raised exceptional overachievers? - Analogizing youth sports to the "Promposal" - Have we replaced participation trophies with participation national champions? - A lack of quality recreation leagues - An alarming statistic about the # of athletes who quit by high school - Advice for the all important post-game car ride - More HOT TAKES
2024-06-2651 minYouth $ports
Youth $ports2 Fast 2 SeriousEpisode 1 Guest: Jordan Parker (Youth soccer coach) -Has youth sports broken you? - The commitment (both time and money) to youth sports is happening faster than ever and at a younger age than ever. And a Double Dutch analogy for the ages. - Expectations vs. Reality. If the parents are the customer, are we giving them what they want? - Maybe we are all taking ourselves a little too seriously... - Youth sports parents and their presence on social media.  - Hot Takes
2024-06-1944 minYouth $ports
Youth $portsTrailer: Youth $ports PodcastThis episode is a brief trailer, introducing the Youth $ports Podcast, the story behind it and previewing some of the upcoming content.    Stay tuned for the 1st official episode, dropping Wednesday, June 19th. 
2024-06-0308 minGeopolitical Economy Report
Geopolitical Economy ReportPutin debunks Tucker Carlson's warmongering anti-China propaganda, mocks his CIA tiesRussian President Vladimir Putin condemned the "boogeyman" anti-China propaganda that Trump ally Tucker Carlson spewed in his interview in Moscow, while also mocking Tucker for applying to join the CIA. Ben Norton documents the former Fox News host's long history of pushing for war on China. VIDEO: https://youtube.com/watch?v=JzEc5GbSbIU Sources and more information here: https://geopoliticaleconomy.com/2024/02/10/putin-tucker-carlson-china-cia Topics 0:00 Tucker's warmongering against China 3:05 Putin debunks Tucker's anti-China propaganda 5:08 Republicans want to divide Russia from China 13:44 Tucker Carlson's CIA links 15:47 Putin mocks Tucker for his CIA application 16:19 Tucker's racist neoconservative past 17:59 Tucker's neocolonial views on Latin...
2024-02-1024 minAll My Friends Are English Majors
All My Friends Are English Majors"the blonde identity"public service announcement: once again, if you are looking for tuck and moe to be haters, you will be sorely disappointed. this week, to end the reading for (fake dating) bodyguard month, we read the blonde identity by ally carter. if you loved the Ally's teen fiction, we are here to tell you that you will love this book. it felt like coming home to a dramatic jumping off a cliff with (or without) a parachute. ally carter i love you never change. we discuss how crazy it is to have an identical twin in the cia, the importance of...
2023-12-201h 12The Training With Tucker Podcast | Running Tips
The Training With Tucker Podcast | Running Tips76. Beyond My Body W/ Ally PestaThis is without a doubt, the most important podcast episode I have recorded to date. In this episode I chat with my friend Ally Pesta who among other things is a running coach, yoga teacher, and eating disorder recovery advocate and coach. She’s been in recovery from her eating disorder for over 10 years. Her passion is to empower individuals in finding purpose beyond their body and reclaiming their relationship with their body, movement, and food. You can buy her memoir, Beyond My Body: Recovering from a Complex Eating Disorder, Reclaiming Movement & Finding my Wo...
2023-09-2155 minPaleo Canteen & Scoundrel
Paleo Canteen & ScoundrelClubhouse Mini Episode – Tucker GoodrichTucker talks us through the downsides of seed oils, also found in chicken and pork fat if raised on corn and soy. Tucker’s Twitter Omega 6 fat test UK OxPL ApoB test The post Clubhouse Mini Episode – Tucker Goodrich appeared first on Paleo Canteen & Scoundrel.
2021-09-261h 08The Canteen Podcast by Paleo Canteen
The Canteen Podcast by Paleo CanteenClubhouse Mini Episode - Tucker GoodrichTucker talks us through the downsides of seed oils, also found in chicken and pork fat if raised on corn and soy. Tucker's Twitter Omega 6 fat test UK OxPL ApoB test
2021-09-261h 08The Tri Thoughts Podcast
The Tri Thoughts PodcastAMATEUR HOUR #3: Ally SutherlandAlly ran 51 marathons in 50 days over lockdown!!! This superhuman guy stopped by to talk all things endurance, mental health and running for the love of it,  how to cultivate mental resilience, and how to get through a tough pain cave in an endurance event. Enjoy!!
2020-11-1854 minYour Estate Ally
Your Estate AllyWhat is a CharitableTrust?Often people want to leave money to a charity upon death. How do you give money to charity? What do you need to do to make sure the charity is legitimate? Attorney Sheri Tucker talks about charitable trusts and how to avoid scams.
2020-08-0109 minThe Canteen Podcast by Paleo Canteen
The Canteen Podcast by Paleo CanteenCovid-19 Special - Ken Strain & Tucker GoodrichProfessor Ken Strain is an experimental physicist, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the Institute of Physics and is the deputy director of the Institute for Gravitational Research at the University of Glasgow here in Scotland. He was part of the international collaboration that successfully discovered gravitational waves. And on the side there is a large interest in nutrition science. Tucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech guru and citizen scientist who healed his own illnesses mainly by cutting out vegetable oils and gluten from his diet. His most recent blog...
2020-06-021h 47The Canteen Podcast by Paleo Canteen
The Canteen Podcast by Paleo CanteenCovid-19 Special - Tucker GoodrichTucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech guru and citizen scientist who healed his own illnesses mainly by cutting out vegetable oils and gluten from his diet. He's been on the podcast twice before. We talk about: Imperial College model (no tree grows to heaven) Diamond Princess John Ionnaidis paper Tucker’s post for Italy data ARDS soybean oil paper SARS cell change post infection - increases metabolism of w6 fats Serum w6 means more ARDS Malcolm Kendrick Some references: "COVID-19: Is Italy — and Mass Quarantine — "Flattening the Curve" or Riding the Trend?" ...
2020-04-041h 29Your Estate Ally
Your Estate AllyAging into Adulthood with a DisabilitySheri Tucker Attorney and founder of Tucker Legal Services in St. Louis MO hosts guest speaker Makini Anwiyse, Adult Services Coordinator with Down Syndrome Association Greater St. Louis. Sheri will talk about legal issues and Makini will talk about life issues faced by parents of children with intellectual disabilities who are aging into adulthood. Legal issues will review Powers of Attorney versus the legal court proceedings of guardian and conservatorship. Makini shares real world stories of helping children make the transition into adulthood.For more information visit https://tuckerlegal-llc.com
2020-03-3045 minThe Canteen Podcast by Paleo Canteen
The Canteen Podcast by Paleo CanteenProfessor Ken Strain & Tucker Goodrich - The MitochondriacsTucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech guru and citizen scientist who healed his own illnesses mainly by cutting out vegetable oils and gluten from his diet. Professor Ken Strain is an experimental physicist who is part of the group that discovered gravitational waves, which lead to the 2017 Nobel Prize in physics for the heads of the collaboration.  We talk about: Why vegetable oils are THE number one health danger Why the U.S. military is one of the least healthy populations in the world Why sex exists And much more
2019-10-272h 08Drunk Duck Cinema Club: A Movie Podcast
Drunk Duck Cinema Club: A Movie PodcastEpisode 5: Tucker and Dale Vs. EvilITS PALETTE CLEANSER TIME After surviving last time's horribly down-beat movie, Ally and Michael cover a lighthearted horror-comedy about a pair of lovable hillbillies and a group of expendable college meat-bags. Shut your brain off and grab your moonshine folks!
2019-10-2200 minThe Canteen Podcast by Paleo Canteen
The Canteen Podcast by Paleo CanteenTucker Goodrich - Goodbye Mr. WholewheatTucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech guru and citizen scientist who healed his own illnesses mainly by cutting out vegetable oils and gluten from his diet. We talk about: His ironic old nickname 'Mr. Wholewheat' Why we are so fat and sick these days Why cutting out veg oils is so important And much more A full list of references can be found at https://yelling-stop.blogspot.com/2019/10/the-paleo-canteen-podcast-tucker.html Tucker can be found at: Twitter - https://twitter.com/tuckergoodrich Blog - http://yelling-stop.blogspot.com/
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