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Building with BrickEpisode 20: Chuck Smrt updates NCAA Portal & NIL programs 2024In Episode 20 NCAA Consultant Chuck Smrt provides an up-to-date account of where the NCAA stands as far as rules and regulations for the 2024 Transfer Portal and the Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) programs. This is a follow-up to Chuck's expert opinion on the 2023 version of these two programs he shared with us last summer. Chuck also shares some of his thoughts about where all this is headed for the NCAA and for college athletes and what it does for amateurism in the U.S.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order...2024-05-1826 min
Building with BrickEpisode 20: Chuck Smrt’s 2024 Update to the NCAA Transfer Portal and NIL Programs2024-05-1725 min
ArtslinkArtslink - Episode April 22, 2024The April episode starts by covering the new play from Forte Musical Theatre Guild, Buy Me A Drink, Joe', which is about the life and work of founder Joe Slabe (Joe joins me for a chat & a tune). It runs from April 23 - May 5 at cSPACE (1721 29 Ave SW)
Tickets at: fortemusical.ca
Then, an interview with screenwriter Braden Brickner about the upcoming *FREE* live script reading of his in-development creature-feature comedy 'Little Friggers' as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival.
April 27 at 1pm @ The Globe Cinema
...2024-04-2200 minArtslinkArtslink - Episode April 22, 2024The April episode starts by covering the new play from Forte Musical Theatre Guild, Buy Me A Drink, Joe', which is about the life and work of founder Joe Slabe (Joe joins me for a chat & a tune). It runs from April 23 - May 5 at cSPACE (1721 29 Ave SW)
Tickets at: fortemusical.ca
Then, an interview with screenwriter Braden Brickner about the upcoming *FREE* live script reading of his in-development creature-feature comedy 'Little Friggers' as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival.
April 27 at 1pm @ The Globe Cinema
...2024-04-2200 min
The Anti-Imperialist ArchiveRashid Khalidi, Chris Hedges - Collective Punishment in Gaza (2014)Collective Punishment in Gaza: The Palestinian/Israeli Conflict In Context with Rashid Khalidi, the Edward Said Professor of Arab Studies at Columbia University and the editor of the Journal of Palestine Studies, an adviser to the Palestinian delegation at the Madrid-Washington Palestinian-Israeli negotiations of 1991-93. His most recent book is Brokers of Deceit. Chris Hedges is an American journalist specializing in American politics and society. Hedges is also known as the best-selling author of several books including War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning (2002) a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction Empire...2024-04-0159 minThe Anti-Imperialist ArchiveChris Hedges - The Genocide in Gaza (2023) Best-selling author, foreign correspondent, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges addressed the Middle East crisis with a talk titled "The Genocide in Gaza" on December 6, 2023 at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in North Troy NY. www.mediasanctuary.org Chris Hedges, the former Middle East Bureau Chief for The New York Times, spent seven years covering the conflict between Israel and Palestine. He is the author of numerous books including the New York Times bestsellers War is a Force That Gives Us Meaning, American Fascists: The Christian Right and the War on America and Days of Destruction, Days of Revolt, which he...2024-01-251h 29The Anti-Imperialist ArchiveHanan Ashrawi MixtapeABC Aus interview with Ashrawi (2011) Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, a compelling and influential voice in the contemporary theatre of Middle Eastern politics, has been a central player in the struggle for a Palestinian homeland. Series: "Conversations with History" Second clip unknown source Palestinian scholar Hanan Ashrawi says Israel’s latest assault on Gaza is turning life in the besieged territory into “sheer hell,” aided by U.S. military and diplomatic support. “Israel has total license to use unbridled power to kill and destroy and maim and get away with it,” Ashrawi says. We also speak with...2023-11-111h 37
Building with BrickEpisode 19 - Ruth Murray: Brain & Body Connections (Part 3)In the third and final episode of Ruth Murray's Interview on how we can help make our brain and body work better together, Ruth introduces us to her Developmental Pyramid. She uses the three sided structure to relate Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs with the Physiology of the Brain and the Developmental Nervous System. She then demonstrates some brain or body exercises (hacks) that help relieve specific issues like not being able to sleep, lightheadedness and constipation/diarrhea, among other items.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books...2023-04-1931 min
Building with BrickEpisode 19 - Ruth Murray: Brain & Body Connections (Part 2)Ruth builds on Part 1's concepts by providing examples of clients who were helped using Brain Gym and/or Rhythmic Movement exercises. She provides individual examples of parent/child relationships to athletic team performance success stories. Ruth also demonstrates some of the respective exercises from Brain Gym and Rhythmic Movement Training.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon Author page Here* Theme music for podcasts by Kevin MacLeod****************************************************************2023-04-1823 min
Building with BrickEpisode 19 (Part 3): Ruth Murray – The Developmental PyramidIn the third and final episode of Ruth Murray’s Interview on how we can help make our brain and body work better together, Ruth introduces us to her Developmental Pyramid.…2023-04-1831 min
Building with BrickEpisode 19 (Part 2): Ruth Murray – Brain & Body ConnectionsRuth builds on Part 1’s concepts by providing examples of clients who were helped using Brain Gym and/or Rhythmic Movement exercises. She provides individual examples of parent/child relationships to athletic…2023-04-1823 min
Building with BrickEpisode 19: Ruth Murray - Brain & Body Connections (Part 1)Ruth Murray is a Registered Nurse who branched out to holistic, scientific methods of working with patients who struggle with symptoms that are a result of their subconscious nervous system not being fully connected. This brain/body connection ranges from treating anxiety and emotional control to balance and sleep issues.In Part 1 of "Body & Brain", Ruth tells how her success using these methods with her children resulted in her creating her own practice to deal with brain/body issues of her clients. She describes Brain Gym® and Rhythmic Movement Training and provides examples of Brain G...2023-04-0431 min
Building with BrickBody & Brain (Part 1)Ruth Murray is a Registered Nurse who branched out to holistic, scientific methods of working with patients who struggle with symptoms that are a result of their subconscious nervous system…2023-04-0331 min
Building with BrickEpisode 18 - NCAA Name, Image and Likeness with Chuck SmrtIn the second part of the interview with premier NCAA consultant Chuck Smrt, we concentrate on the NCAA's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program. The NIL goes hand-in-hand with the NCAA's Transfer Portal, which was covered by Chuck in the first part of this interview (Episode 17). Chuck explains how that came about. Chuck also discusses the rules involved in athletes benefiting from NIL, and explains how this happens in real life. The college transfer portal and the NIL program are changing what has previously been known as amateur sports.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@g...2023-01-0729 min
Building with BrickEpisode 17 - NCAA Transfer Portal with Consultant Chuck SmrtThe NCAA rule change allowing athletes to transfer to another institution and be immediately eligible has changed the landscape of college athletics, especially basketball and football. Former NCAA Infractions Committee Coordinator and current NCAA premier consultant Chuck Smrt lays out what the transfer portal is, how it works, and the reasons why it came into existence. Chuck has 40 years of experience working for and with the NCAA and its institutions concerning rules compliance. He shares his experience and knowledge with the average fan as it concerns the transfer portal, and will do the same for the Name, Image and L...2023-01-0327 min
Building with BrickEpisode 17: NCAA Transfer Portal with Consultant Chuck SmrtThe NCAA rule change allowing athletes to transfer to another institution and be immediately eligible has changed the landscape of college athletics, especially basketball and football. Former NCAA Infractions Committee Coordinator and current NCAA premier consultant Chuck Smrt lays out what the transfer portal is, how it works, and the reasons why it came into existence. Chuck has 40 years of experience working for and with the NCAA and its institutions concerning rules compliance. He shares his experience and knowledge with the average fan as it concerns the transfer portal, and will do the same for the Name, Image and Likeness...2023-01-0227 min
Building with BrickEpisode 18 – NCAA Name, Image & Likeness Program with Consultant Chuck SmrtIn the second part of the interview with premier NCAA consultant Chuck Smrt, we concentrate on the NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program. The NIL goes hand-in-hand with the…2022-12-3000 min
Building with BrickEpisode 16 – Excerpt from book “So, You want to be a Coach…”2022-11-0405 min
Building with BrickEpisode 15 – Sample of Book Contents from “America: Lost in Place”2022-11-0403 min
Building with BrickEpisode 16 - Excerpt from book "So, You want to be a Coach..."Dr. Joe Brickner retired from his corporate executive position at the age of 50 to become the head men's basketball coach at his alma mater, Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. In his book, "So, You want to be a Coach..." he lays out not only what it took to be a candidate for such a drastic career change, but also what it was like to actually fulfill his dream of being a college basketball coach. He lets the reader in behind closed doors to see what it's exactly like to coach at the small college level. By the end of...2022-11-0205 min
Building with BrickEpisode 15 - Sample of book contents from America: Lost in PlaceDr. Joe Brickner's book, America: Lost in Place is a reflection of Dr. Brickner's life growing up in the 1950's and 60's compared to today. He examines 17 different topics and analyzes them as to being better off today or worse off. He then summarizes his findings and makes recommendations as to how America and Americans can achieve the success our founding fathers envisioned for our country. His book is available on Amazon.com in paperback, eBook, hardback and audio book formats.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books2022-11-0203 min
Building with BrickEpisode 14 - Jerry Reynolds: NBA's Sacramento Kings' Iron ManJerry Reynolds, the second most famous person from French Lick, IN, shares his 35 year experience with the Sacramento Kings. He was an assistant coach, head coach, director of basketball operations and general manager for the Kings - plus he was their TV color commentator for 20 of those years!Coach Reynolds shares his coaching experience as part of two junior college national championship teams, an NAIA national championship team, and holding five different positions with the Kings. His next-door-neighbor-matter-of-fact personality and humorous wit that entertained Kings fans for 20 years are on display in this podcast. You will walk...2022-06-1638 min
Building with BrickEpisode 14: Jerry Reynolds – NBA’s Sacramento Kings’ Iron Man2022-06-1438 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 – Chris Godfrey (Part 4 of 4)2022-02-2826 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 - Chris Godfrey Interview (Part 4 of 4)How a Catholic Cardinal and a NFL Owner Influenced Chris Godfrey's FutureChris wraps up his four-part series with some deeply personal experiences with people who have helped guide him down a path that puts others first - especially young people. In Part 4 Chris talks about:John Cardinal O'Connor's surprise guidance revelationWhy he wrote "That's Where I Live" & started Life AthletesHow he became involved in the Corps of Renewal and Charity (CORAC)His wise advice to players and coachesA deeply spiritual man was my take-home opinion of this giant among NY Giants...2022-02-2826 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 – Chris Godfrey (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 of 4, Chris talks about: how his faith grew after his Green Bay experience his wife Daria, her faith & the sacrifices she made his book, “That’s…2022-02-2123 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 - Chris Godfrey Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 of 4, Chris talks about:how his faith grew after his Green Bay experiencehis wife Daria, her faith & the sacrifices she madehis book, "That's Where I Live"his Christian organization Life AthletesThis part in the series delves beyond football and concentrates on things very important to Chris - his faith, his wife and family, his book and his organization that both touch young people's lives. You will quickly recognize that there is much more to this man than being a pro athlete. There is a ton of substance to go...2022-02-2123 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13: Chris Godfrey (Part 2 of 4)In Part 2 of our interview with Chris Godfrey, All-pro and Super Bowl winning offensive guard for the NY Giants, Chris discusses: how his life changed at age 23 moving from…2022-02-1229 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 - Chris Godfrey Interview (Part 2 of 4)In Part 2 of our interview with Chris Godfrey, All-pro and Super Bowl winning offensive guard for the NY Giants, Chris discusses:how his life changed at age 23moving from defensive lineman to offensive guardteammates who were "Players who made plays"Coaching Mentorswhat the pre-Super Bowl locker room was likeOnce again Chris shares the behind the scenes stories of his journey from getting cut numerous times to winning a championship with the fledgling United States Football League (USFL) to becoming a starter for the Giants and winning the 1987 Super Bowl. Along the way...2022-02-1229 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 – Chris Godfrey (Part 1 of 4)Chris Godfrey grew up in Detroit and played on three University of Michigan Big Ten Champs and Rose Bowl teams as a starting defensive lineman. He eventually moved to the…2022-02-0825 min
Building with BrickEpisode 13 - Chris Godfrey Interview (Part 1 of 4)Chris Godfrey grew up in Detroit and played on three University of Michigan Big Ten Champs and Rose Bowl teams as a starting defensive lineman. He eventually moved to the offensive line as a pro and played 9 professional seasons, highlighted by his Super Bowl win over the John Elway's Broncos in of all places, the Rose Bowl!In part 1 of 4 Chris talks about:growing up in Detroit and being mentored early for successhaving to move to Florida his high school senior yearcoming back to Michigan to play for the Wolverineshow playing for Bo Schembechler prepared him...2022-02-0825 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12 – Bill O’Connor (Part 4 of 4)In Part 4 of 4, Coach O’Connor talks about: any career regrets? advice for young coaches practices being relevant, competitive, and repetitive staying healthy staying close to the game in…2022-02-0520 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12 - Bill O'Connor Interview (Part 4 of 4)In Part 4 of 4, Coach O'Connor talks about:any career regrets?advice for young coachespractices being relevant, competitive, and repetitivestaying healthystaying close to the game in retirementCoach OC raps up his in-depth interview with some great counsel for coaches, both young and old. After 41 years of coaching, Bill's perspective on what, how, when and why to coach is invaluable.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon Author page Here* Theme...2022-02-0420 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12: Bill O’Connor (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 Hall of Fame Coach O’Connor talks about: difference between coaching at 2 yr vs 4 yr college recruiting to a 4-year school attendance at today’s basketball games…2022-01-3121 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12 - Bill O'Connor Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 Hall of Fame Coach O'Connor talks about:difference between coaching at 2 yr vs 4 yr collegerecruiting to a 4-year schoolattendance at today's basketball gameshow his faith influenced his programhow difficult a coach's wife's life can beAs always, Bill is frank in giving his opinion on all of these items, and shares a number of nuggets of wisdom garnered over 41 years of coaching experience.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon...2022-01-3121 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12 - Bill O'Connor Interview (Part 2 of 4)Greater Kansas City Basketball Coaches Assn's HOF coach O'Connor continues his "Building with Brick" podcast with Part 2 of 4 by discussing:who his coaching mentors werehis "take-aways" from working/playing for various coachesrecruiting to a remote locationthe difference between small college and major college playersCoach O'Connor is one of the few coaches who has coached at the high school, junior college, small college, and major college levels. His insight is remarkable as he shares his experiences.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr...2022-01-2320 min
Building with BrickEpisode 12 - Bill O'Connor Interview (Part 1 of 4)Bill O'Connor, the long time head coach of Rockhurst University in KC, is this month's guest on "Building with Brick." Coach O'Connor is the winningest basketball coach in the history of Rockhurst. He won multiple "Coach of Year" awards in two different conferences at the college level. He coached at the high school, junior college, small college and major college levels throughout his 41-year coaching career. He is a member of the Greater Kansas City Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame, inducted in 2019. In Part 1 of 4 of the podcast, Bill talks about:Growing up in an Irish Catholic neighborhoodBeing c...2022-01-1623 min
Building with BrickEpisode 11 - Rich Niemann Interview (Part 4 of 4)Rich Niemann, former ABA and NBA player, completes his "Building with Brick" podcast interview in Part 4 of 4 as he discusses:his advice for players who want to get to the next levelhis advice for coaches who want to make a career of coachingthe difference between coaching girls vs. boyshis advice on choosing a career, even if it is not in athleticsRich raps up his podcasts with words of wisdom and experience. Like many others from the "Building with Brick" podcasts, he is a role model for those who want to be successful, regardless of...2022-01-0825 min
Building with BrickEpisode 11 - Rich Niemann Interview (Part 3 of 4)Rich Niemann was a star center for the St. Louis University Billikens who was drafted and played in both the ABA and the NBA. In Part 3 of 4, Rich shares his thoughts concerning:Choosing to become a teacher after pro ballKeeping his mind and body healthy as he agesVolunteering in RetirementHow his Catholic Education and faith has guided him over the yearsMaking a career change into academia did not come easy, but Rich leveraged his education and experience to help thousands of young people as they moved through the private and public school systems in St. Louis. 2021-12-2923 min
Building with BrickEpisode 11 - Rich Niemann Interview (Part 2 of 4)Continuation of in-depth interview with Rich Niemann, former St/ Louis University star and NBA & ABA player.In Part 2 of 4 Rich talks about:Coaches from high school thru the prosLife lessons learned from teammates & coachesWhy AAU after the prosCareer after bball***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon Author page Here* Theme music for podcasts by Kevin MacLeod****************************************************************2021-12-1724 min
Building with BrickEpisode 11 - Rich Niemann Interview (Part 1 of 4)Rich Niemann was a 7'0 post player who won a state championship in high school, was a star at St. Louis University, was drafted by both the NBA and the ABA, and eventually played in both leagues. After completing his pro career, he eventually got his Master's degree and became a teacher and an assistant coach in high school.A Chemistry major in college, Rich used his knowledge and life experiences to teach young people not only the academics they needed to succeed, but also the life lessons to do the same. Even in retirement, the "gentle...2021-12-0818 min
Building with BrickEpisode 10 - Tony Garofalo Interview (Part 4 of 4)Tony Garofalo became the youngest trainer in the major leagues when the Chicago Cubs hired him away from the St. Louis Cardinals' organization. In Part 4 of 4, Tony discusses:the top 3 highlights of his careerhow his faith influenced his careercareer regretsadvice for people who want to become athletic trainersTony wraps up his 4-part series in grand style. His honest and forthright comments concerning his career are words of wisdom for younger athletic trainers seeking to advance to the highest level of their profession.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com...2021-11-0720 min
Building with BrickEpisode 10 - Tony Garofalo Interview (Part 3 of 4)Tony Garofalo went from a volunteer high school trainer to becoming the youngest head trainer in the major leagues with the Chicago Cubs. He shares his story, and in Part 3 of 4 Tony discusses:* how the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) was formed* his role in founding PBATS and his continued contributions to it* heart-warming stories of be-friended Cubs players, including Bobby Mercer and Bruce SutterWhen many of today's athletes are concerned about their next contract or promotional gig, Tony's stories of some great Cubs' players restore your confidence in athletes who...2021-10-3027 min
Building with BrickEpisode 10 - Tony Garofalo Interview (Part 2 of 4)Tony Garofalo, who went from a volunteer high school trainer to the head athletic trainer for the Chicago Cubs, continues his "Building with Brick" interview with Dr. Joe Brickner (www.drjoebrickner.com) with Part 2 of 4. In Part 2, Tony talks about:how he moved from a college student trainer at Benedictine College (KS) to the athletic trainer (AT) for the Cardinals' Sarasota Rookie League teamwhat and who he experienced at the Cardinals' AA farm club in Arkansashow he became a candidate for the head trainer job for the Chicago Cubs and how he eventually became the youngest AT in...2021-10-2424 min
Building with BrickEpisode 10 - Tony Garofalo Interview (Part 1 of 4)Tony Garofalo went from a volunteer high school manager/trainer to becoming the head athletic trainer for the Chicago Cubs for more than a decade. In this interview Tony tells his story and shares the lessons he learned along the way. He also shares experiences he had with major league baseball players who not only benefited from his athletic training expertise, but also became good friends of his.In Part 1 of 4 of Tony's "Building with Brick" podcast Tony talks about:his early sports experience and where he got his competitive spiritprogressing from high school to college...2021-10-1922 min
The Sandwich GenerationDr. Joe Brickner – Building Winning TeamsAuthor of “So You Want To Be A Coach…”, Dr. Joe Brickner discusses bringing out the best in others as a corporate manager and later as the head basketball coach for his alma mater Benedictine College. Visit his website at www.DrJoeBrickner.comfor more of his work and podcasts.2021-10-1735 min
Building with BrickEpisode 9 - Mike Tharp Interview (Part 4 of 4)International Journalist Mike Tharp culminates his in-depth "Building with Brick" interview with Dr. Joe Brickner in Part 4 of 4, discussing the following:how 16.5 years of Catholic Education formed his work ethicwhere his faith life is today after all of his war zone experiencehis latest fight with bone marrow canceradvice for a journalism career & recommended schools of journalismadvice for pursuing a coaching careerMike is very candid in addressing the above five topics, and the viewer/listener will benefit significantly from Mike's take on journalism today after over 50 years in a writing career with some of the top newspapers a...2021-10-0325 min
Building with BrickEpisode 9 -Mike Tharp Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 of 4 of this interview international journalist Mike Tharp discusses:his experience in North Koreahow basketball was intertwined in his writing/reporting careerthe effect agent orange has had on him personallythe lessons he learned from being in six war zones during his careerMike continues to share interesting as well as humorous stories of experiences he had while reporting for major newspapers and magazines in foreign countries. He shares the lessons he learned by being exposed to the military and our foreign enemies as well as allies. He talks about the personal relationships that were forged...2021-09-2720 min
Building with BrickEpisode 9 - Mike Tharp Interview (Part 2 of 4)International Journalist Mike Tharp returns for Part 2 (of 4) of Coach Joe Brickner’s “Building with Brick – Foundational Wisdom on Coaching, Careers, and Christ” audio podcast. In Part 2 Mike discusses:· Coaches who influenced his journalism career the most· Lessons from sports that most influenced his writing· His take on today’s journalists· How playing basketball in foreign countries enhanced his understanding of foreign culturesTharp was a writer for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and other prestigious papers and magazines during his 50 year journalism career. His experience and experiences are unique, and...2021-09-2018 min
Building with BrickEpisode 9 - Mike Tharp Interview (Part 1 of 4)Episode 9 of "Building with Brick" takes a little different twist. Instead of highly successful athletes who have pursued an athletic career, this Episode highlights the journalism career of a former star athlete. Part 1 develops the background information showing how athletics, and basketball in particular, shaped international journalist Mike Tharp's drive to be the best he could be. Parts 2 through 4 go into the depth of his journalism career, including his time in six different war zones and how that affected his health mentally, physically and spiritually. If you hare pursuing or are entrenched in a career outside of athletics, this...2021-09-1519 min
Building with BrickEpisode 8 - Richard Konzem Interview (Part 4 of 4)In Part 4 (of 4) Richard Konzem, former Sr. Associate Athletic Director at Kansas University, discusses three main topics:how his faith influenced how he managed his jobhow his job effected his family lifehow he hires people based on a set of principles he has developedThis final Part completes the interview series with an extraordinary leader. Going from a farm boy to twice being the interim AD at one of the most prestigious athletic universities in the country, Richard has shared his experiences with us and gives us key principles by which we can approach our careers. He...2021-09-0423 min
Building with BrickEpisode 8 - Richard Konzem Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 of 4 of the Richard Konzem series, KU Sr. Assoc. AD Konzem addresses:- how he approaches a new position of authority- things he did at Benedictine College and Rockhurst University as their Athletic Director to make an impact on their athletic programs- his favorite memorabilia in his basement "museum"- the importance of building relationships when pursuing an athletic administration career- adjustments from going from an athletic administrator to being a coach***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's...2021-08-3026 min
Building with BrickEpisode 8 - Richard Konzem (Part 2 of 4)This one is really fun. Former KU Sr. Associate Athletic Director Konzem shares his experiences working with Roy Williams, Bill Self and a myriad of football coaches at the University of Kansas while he was at KU. He shares interesting stories of hiring Coach Williams as well as the moment he realized Coach Williams was leaving for North Carolina.Richard also shares with the audience his favorite assignments at KU as well as his least favorite job there.This session is entirely about KU. Jayhawk fans (and opponents) should really enjoy the inside stories.2021-08-2326 min
Building with BrickEpisode 8 - Richard Konzem Interview (Part 1 of 4)Richard Konzem lived his dream. He grew up in Kansas and rose from being the University of Kansas track manager as a freshman in college to being the top assistant Athletic Director at KU . He was a finalist for the KU AD job twice, and later became the Athletic Director at Benedictine College and Rockhurst University. He's currently the Golf Coach at Rockhurst for both the men's and the women's golf teams.In Part 1 of 4 of the interview podcast, Richard shares his early boyhood interest in sports, and how getting cut from the freshman basketball team actually...2021-08-1624 min
A Club Fantasy Football Podcast7/22/21: No Punt Intended Team Previews - Rams, Browns, Ravens w/ Josh BricknerThe boys are back with three new teams to break down as we head into the 2021 NFL season! Joe and Josh welcome DLF's josh Brickner to break down everything that has to do with the Los Angeles Rams, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens!
How does the Cam Akers injury hurt the Rams playoff chances? Can Baker Mayfield and OBJ get on track to help the Browns return to the playoffs? Will Lamar Jackson take a step forward with new receivers? We'll have the answers!
To stay up to date on everything we do at Club...2021-07-221h 19
Building with BrickEpisode 7 (Part 4 of 4): John Brown, whose #50 was retired by Mizzou in 2019John Brown, a 1973 Mizzou All-American and 1st Round Pick of the Atlanta Hawks, returns for final part of Coach Joe Brickner’s “Building with Brick – Foundational Wisdom on Coaching, Careers, and Christ” video and audio podcast. In Part 4 John discusses:· How his faith played a role in his career and personal life· His business success after retiring form pro basketball· Any regrets and his encounter with Calvin Murphy· Coaching as an occupational option· His advice for young coaches***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner...2021-05-2223 min
Building with BrickEpisode 7 - John Brown Interview (Part 3 of 4)Part 3 of 4 of John Brown, Altanta Hawk 1st Round PickJohn Brown, a 1973 All-American from Missouri, returns for Part 3 of 4 of Coach Joe Brickner’s “Building with Brick – Foundational Wisdom on Coaching, Careers, and Christ” video and audio podcast. In Part 3 John discusses:· Some of his favorite teammates, including Pete Maravich· NBA Players that made plays· The change in today’s NBA game· Why he kept playing after his pro career ended***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Ama...2021-05-1719 min
Building with BrickEpisode 7 - John Brown Interview (Part 2 of 4)John Brown – Mizzou All-American, Olympian, Atlanta Hawks’ 1st Round PickIn Part 2 of 4 John Discusses:Coaching differences at the high school, college and pro levelsThe 1972 OlympicsHis European Pro ExperienceHow he Invested his pro earnings***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon Author page Here* Theme music for podcasts by Kevin MacLeod****************************************************************2021-05-1129 min
Building with BrickEpisode 7 - John Brown Interview (Part 1 of 4)John Brown was a 1973 graduate of the University of Missouri who was an All-American, Olympian, and a first-round selection in the NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks. He made the all-NBA Rookie team his first year and was a multi-year starter for the Hawks. He eventually finished his career playing three years in the top Italian League. John grew up in Dixon, a small Missouri town where he led his undefeated high school team to a state championship. He was recruited to Mizzou by legendary coach Norm Stewart, who helped John become a 1973 College All-American. He was a starter...2021-05-0522 min
Building with BrickEpisode 7 – John Brown (Part 2 of 4)2021-04-2929 min
Building with BrickEpisode 6 - Final Four: A Coach's PerspectiveCoach Joe Brickner provides his personal analysis of the Elite Eight NCAA games and projects what some of the keys will be to winning in the Final Four. His team by team analysis breaks down the positives and negatives of each team. He also projects the winners of Saturday's games, and who will take home the National Championship trophy (and why) on Monday night.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr. Brickner's books on Amazon or go to his website* View Dr. B's Amazon Author page Here2021-04-0337 min
Building with BrickEpisode 5 - Part 4 of 4: Larry Holley, HoF CoachIn Episode 5, Part 4 of 4, Coach Larry Holley, on Dr. Joe Brickner’s “Building with Brick” podcast, continues to share his 51 years of coaching experience with the audience. In Part 4 Coach Holley, one of the top ten winningest men’s college basketball coaches in history, talks about:· any career regrets· how his wives handled being a coach’s wife· what he is doing now to stay close to the game· why he wanted to be a coach & advice to young coaches· ...2021-03-2832 min
Building with BrickEpisode 5 - Part 3 of 4: Larry Holley, HoF CoachIn Part 3 Coach Holley discusses:· his recruiting strategy and network· his take on the “Players Make Plays” concept· the hurdles he encountered taking his college from NAIA Division 1 to NCAA Division 2Holley was named the head coach of the William Jewell College men's basketball program in the spring of 1979 and was a constant on the sideline until 2018, leading the Cardinals to unparalleled success. At the helm of the Jewell program, he owns 832 wins, 12 conference championships, twenty-five 20-win seasons, including 14 with 25 or more wins, and topped the 30-win plateau four times. In addition, he has coached 17 pl...2021-03-1824 min
Building with BrickEpisode 5 - Part 2 of 4 Larry Holley, Hall of Fame Basketball CoachCoach Larry Holley, a member of five different Halls of Fame, coached for 51 years, 49 of them at the college level. He was a head college men's basketball coach for 47 years and won 919 games, placing him 9th on the all-time list for NAIA, NCAA Divisions 1, 2, and 3 coaches. His teams had twenty-five 20-win seasons, including 14 with 25 or more wins, and topped the 30-win plateau four times.In Part 2 of 4 Coach Holley discusses:• who his coaching mentors were and what he learned from them• what tactical strategies he used early in his career vs. later in his career• how hi...2021-03-1522 min
Building with BrickEpisode 5 - (Part 1 of 4) Coach Larry HolleyHall of Fame Coach Larry Holley was the head men's basketball coach at his alma mater, William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. His 919 career wins make him one of only 10 four-year college coaches (NCAA and NAIA) to amass 900 career wins. He is currently in ninth place all-time in total career wins.In Part 1 Coach Holley talks about:where he developed his competitive naturehis success in high school as a student-athletehow he made his college choicewhy he went into coaching after collegeCoach Holley's teams won 20 games in a season 24 times and posted both a...2021-03-0820 min
Building with BrickEpisode 4 - Coach Chic Downing, 1949 - 2021: A Personal RemembranceCoach Brickner delays his podcast with NAIA Hall of Fame Coach Larry Holley one week in order to spend one episode talking about Coach Chic Downing the teammate, the coach, the friend. Chic passed away February 22.Chic was an unbelievable athlete (High School & College Basketball All-American) and a Hall of Fame high school basketball coach. He acted as Coach Brickner's assistant coach for Coach B's first two years at Benedictine and helped change the direction of Raven basketball. In this episode Dr. B talks about:his relationship with Chic over the years and how...2021-02-2740 min
Building with BrickEpisode 4 – Coach Chic Downing, 1949 – 2021: a Personal RemembranceCoach Brickner delays his podcast with NAIA Hall of Fame Coach Larry Holley one week in order to spend one episode talking about Coach Downing the teammate, the coach, the…2021-02-2640 min
Building with BrickEpisode 3 - Bob Seggerson Interview (Part 4 of 4)In Part 4 Ohio High School Hall of Fame Coach Bob Seggerson completes his interview with Coach Brickner discussing:how he dealt with potential scholarship players and their parentshow did you use your assistant coaches and managershis opinion on creating a difficult playing schedule for his teamshow he got into writing a weekly article for the local newspaper, The Lima Newsgiving Coach Brickner permission to publish his "50 things learned as a high school coach" on Coach B's website (www.drjoebrickner.com)In wrapping up his final session with Dr. Brickner, Coach Seg continues to share the wisdom he...2021-02-2224 min
Building with BrickEpisode 3 - Bob Seggerson Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 Coach Seggerson talks about:* how his wife, Janie, dealt with being the spouse of a high school coach* how his faith was incorporated into his coaching* the concept of "Players Make Plays"* his perception of the differences in coaching in high school vs. collegeBob expounds upon these items with stories/actual experiences he encountered throughout his 32 year coaching career at Lima Central Catholic High School in Lima, Ohio. As always, Coach Seg is entertaining.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com* Order Dr...2021-02-1526 min
Building with BrickEpisode 3 - Bob Seggerson Interview (Part 2 of 4)Bob Seggerson is a member of the Ohio High School Basketball Hall of Fame and the former coach of Lima Central Catholic high school in Lima, Ohio. Coach Seg won 518 games in 32 years at LCC including the state championship in win #518. In January, 2021, LCC named its basketball court after Coach Seggerson.In Part 2 of 4 of the series Coach Seg talks about:college coaching career opportunitiesdealing with parents as a coachhow he dealt with losing 5 games by a total of 8 points in the Ohio High School Final Four before winning the state championship on the...2021-02-0826 min
Building with BrickEpisode 3 - Coach Bob Seggerson Interview (Part 1 of 4)Bob Seggerson, a member of the Ohio High School Hall of Fame as the coach of Lima Central Catholic High School Thunderbirds, won 518 games at LCC over the span of his 32 year career. He took teams to the final 4 six times, losing five of those games by a total of 8 points. Finally, on his 518th win, in story-book fashion, he brought home the Ohio State Basketball Championship trophy.In part 1 of this 4-part series, Bob first talks about where he got his competitive edge as a youngster growing up in Lima, Ohio. He shares his journey to...2021-02-0127 min
Building with BrickEpisode 2 - Ken Berry Interview (Part 4 of 4)In part 4 of 4, Ken discusses his views on a number of the concepts espoused in Coach Brickner's book, "So, You want to be a Coach..." Ken, an author himself, then talks about the children's books he has published and his latest baseball novel. He shares the story of his initiation into writing and gives a quick listing of some of his previous books. He also provides the listener with a way to purchase his books. And as expected from experiencing Parts 1, 2 and 3 of this series, Part 4 ends in laughter.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner...2021-01-2224 min
Building with BrickEpisode 2 - Ken Berry Interview (Part 3 of 4)In Part 3 of 4 Ken talks about: A coach's spouse's roleBeing firedCoach Brickner's 3F Model for Success.He relates how his wife adjusted to his role as a coach in the minor leagues, the sacrifices required and what affect being married to a coach has on a marriage. Kenny also answers the question "Have you ever been fired?" and talks a little about Dr. Brickner's 3F Model for Success.Part 3 is shorter than the first two parts of the interview, but no less entertaining. ***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at drjoebrickner@gmail.com2021-01-1519 min
Building with BrickEpisode 2 - Ken Berry Interview (Part 2 of 4)Ken Berry describes his experience as a baseball player, coach, manager, and tutor over a 37 year career in professional baseball. In Part 2 Ken talks about the day the White Sox moved him from third base to the outfield, and the hilarious "first day" with his new outfield coach. He also discusses the "Players make Plays" concepts and who were some of his players that he coached that did that for him. He briefly describes his way of developing the whole person instead of just the baseball player, and how his Christian faith guided him.***************************************************************** Leave a...2021-01-0628 min
Building with BrickEpisode 2 - Ken Berry Interview (Part 1 of 4)An in-depth interview with Ken Berry, former Chicago White Sox All-star centerfielder and two-time Gold Glove winner. Topics include Ken's early years of high school sports and how he was able to break into pro baseball, his mentors along the way, and his coaching experiences and principles as a pro-baseball manager. Entertaining stories are shared as well as lessons learned as a player and as a coach.Ken talks about parts of Dr. Joe Brickner's book, "So, You want to be a Coach..." and his reaction to the book. He also talks about making a career choice...2020-12-3030 min
Building with BrickEpisode 1 - Introduction to "Building with Brick"In this initial episode, Dr. Brickner discusses why he decided to create a video podcast based on his book, "So, You want to be a Coach..." His intention is to have a monthly video podcast with a guest coach, business leader, or spiritual leader. They will discuss the concepts and principles outlined in his book, getting the perspective of the interviewee. They will also discuss the interviewee's experiences in the sports or business world, exploring the role that their Christian faith plays in how they coach, manage and/or lead.***************************************************************** Leave a Comment/Review at ...2020-12-1509 min
Number One Observatory CircleNumber 47 | BidenBarack Obama has often been compared to Abraham Lincoln. So, was Joe Biden more like Lincoln’s first vice president, Hannibal Hamlin, or his second, Andrew Johnson? Find out in this special episode of the podcast featuring an interview with Dr. Thomas J. Balcerski, who is an American history professor and the author of Bosom Friends: The Intimate World of James Buchanan and William Rufus King.
Purchase Dr. Balcerski’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Bosom-Friends-Intimate-Buchanan-William/dp/0190914599
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