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The Fred Opie ShowZora Neale Hurston And Historical MemoryDr. Frederick Douglass Opie discusses Zora Neale Hurston’s early twentieth-century ethnographic research and writing. It emphasizes the essentials of food in Florida including everyday meals as well as special occasions and looks at what shaped people’s eating traditions in early twentieth century Florida. Opie shows that Hurston did for Florida what William Faulkner did for Mississippi—both provided insight into a state’s history and culture through various styles of writing and contributed to a larger southern canon. Opie's related book his titled Zora Neale Hurston on Florida Food: http://www.fredopie.com/books/
For more on Zora Neale Hu...2023-03-2934 minThe Fred Opie ShowZora Neale Hurston And Historical MemoryDr. Frederick Douglass Opie discusses Zora Neale Hurston’s early twentieth-century ethnographic research and writing. It emphasizes the essentials of food in Florida including everyday meals as well as special occasions and looks at what shaped people’s eating traditions in early twentieth century Florida. Opie shows that Hurston did for Florida what William Faulkner did for Mississippi—both provided insight into a state’s history and culture through various styles of writing and contributed to a larger southern canon. Opie's related book his titled Zora Neale Hurston on Florida Food: http://www.fredopie.com/books/
For more on Zora Neale Hu...2023-03-2934 min
The Fred Opie ShowToxic Race Based IdentitiesFred Opie's talks about US views of race and the limits of the traditional black white binary children grow up with in the country with the examples from Michael Patrick MacDonald's book All Souls about growing in Boston's Southie section of the city.
Links to related content mentioned in the episode:
Michael Patrick MacDonald, All Souls: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/105687.All_Souls
Malcolm X: https://www.fredopie.com/food/tag/Malcolm+X
Isabel Wilkerson: https://www.fredopie.com/food/tag/Isabel+Wilkerson
About Dr. Opie
Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie is the producer and host of The Fred Opie...2023-02-2303 minThe Fred Opie ShowToxic Race Based IdentitiesFred Opie's talks about US views of race and the limits of the traditional black white binary children grow up with in the country with the examples from Michael Patrick MacDonald's book All Souls about growing in Boston's Southie section of the city.
Links to related content mentioned in the episode:
Michael Patrick MacDonald, All Souls: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/105687.All_Souls
Malcolm X: https://www.fredopie.com/food/tag/Malcolm+X
Isabel Wilkerson: https://www.fredopie.com/food/tag/Isabel+Wilkerson
About Dr. Opie
Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie is the producer and host of The Fred Opie...2023-02-2303 min
The Fred Opie ShowFood Rebel Part 3Dr. Opie talks about Food Rebels who he calls people who went against the grain and led or participated in movements in the US that championed ending food insecurity and eating nutrient-rich food. These entrepreneurs, organizers, educators, and nationalists, among other positions were leaders in the long struggle for independence, health, and the struggle against the US caste system. These food rebels have not had their contributions celebrated proportionate to their impact on society; this episode about Dr. Alvenia M. Fulton, a pioneer in the holistic health movement which championed whole grains, unprocessed foods, juicing, and vegetarianism aims to change...2023-01-0436 minThe Fred Opie ShowFood Rebel Part 3Dr. Opie talks about Food Rebels who he calls people who went against the grain and led or participated in movements in the US that championed ending food insecurity and eating nutrient-rich food. These entrepreneurs, organizers, educators, and nationalists, among other positions were leaders in the long struggle for independence, health, and the struggle against the US caste system. These food rebels have not had their contributions celebrated proportionate to their impact on society; this episode about Dr. Alvenia M. Fulton, a pioneer in the holistic health movement which championed whole grains, unprocessed foods, juicing, and vegetarianism aims to change...2023-01-0436 min
The Fred Opie ShowDon't Let Test Scores Define Your FutureLive event Fred did for Harlem Lacrosse and organization that uses lacrosse to teach life skills. In this excerpts Fred shares the story of how is academic outcomes and opportunities radically improved.
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Fred's Tips, Thoughts and Reflections...2022-01-2106 minThe Fred Opie ShowDon't Let Test Scores Define Your FutureLive event Fred did for Harlem Lacrosse and organization that uses lacrosse to teach life skills. In this excerpts Fred shares the story of how is academic outcomes and opportunities radically improved.
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Host and Producer Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie.
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The Fred Opie ShowSpecial Edition: Sports and EducationToday's show is different from our usual episodes and it is much longer but worth the listen. The topic is on diversity and inclusion in sports, schools, and industry; a subject most white folks are scared to talk about and black and Brown people regularly talk discuss behind closed doors. Special thanks to Matt Holman for sharing audio from his YouTube series entitled Overtime. Today's show is an excerpt from Overtime episode 7 a panel which includes coaches college coaches Chazz Woodson and Amy Slade, Club Coach and future Hall of Famer Trevor Tierney, Club Coach Kevin Kelley, Entrepreneur and former...2020-08-211h 15The Fred Opie ShowSpecial Edition: Sports and EducationToday's show is different from our usual episodes and it is much longer but worth the listen. The topic is on diversity and inclusion in sports, schools, and industry; a subject most white folks are scared to talk about and black and Brown people regularly talk discuss behind closed doors. Special thanks to Matt Holman for sharing audio from his YouTube series entitled Overtime. Today's show is an excerpt from Overtime episode 7 a panel which includes coaches college coaches Chazz Woodson and Amy Slade, Club Coach and future Hall of Famer Trevor Tierney, Club Coach Kevin Kelley, Entrepreneur and former...2020-08-211h 15The Fred Opie ShowNew York Yankee Promises Broken PromisesIn 2006, the Yankees announced plans to build a new $800 million dollar stadium. In order to do so, the administration of former billionaire Mayor Michael Bloomberg doled out public welfare to the privately owned lucrative sports franchise. The welfare included $444 million in rent and tax breaks, free land in the form of 28 acres of city-owned public parks, ball fields and tennis courts, state-subsidized parking garages, and the construction of new Metro-North commuter rail station in front of the new stadium something local residents have been requesting for years. In exchange for the public welfare, the Yankees signed a community benefits agreement...2020-08-0655 minThe Fred Opie ShowNew York Yankee Promises Broken PromisesIn 2006, the Yankees announced plans to build a new $800 million dollar stadium. In order to do so, the administration of former billionaire Mayor Michael Bloomberg doled out public welfare to the privately owned lucrative sports franchise. The welfare included $444 million in rent and tax breaks, free land in the form of 28 acres of city-owned public parks, ball fields and tennis courts, state-subsidized parking garages, and the construction of new Metro-North commuter rail station in front of the new stadium something local residents have been requesting for years. In exchange for the public welfare, the Yankees signed a community benefits agreement...2020-08-0655 minThe Fred Opie ShowFor EducatorsA debrief of an introduction to African Diaspora studies course on Africa, the Americas, and Europe through the lens of history and food using a methodology borrowed from the study of Judaism. The framework allows one to understand empires, colonization, and the migrant communities and the cultures they produce. This debrief include students reflections on the content, skills acquired, life lessons, and the chance to interview the course instructor, Historian Fred Opie.
HOST AND PRODUCER DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED PROFESSOR. Follow Fred, review the show, tell others about it, share a link.
African Diaspora History and Recipes: http://www...2020-07-1755 minThe Fred Opie ShowFor EducatorsA debrief of an introduction to African Diaspora studies course on Africa, the Americas, and Europe through the lens of history and food using a methodology borrowed from the study of Judaism. The framework allows one to understand empires, colonization, and the migrant communities and the cultures they produce. This debrief include students reflections on the content, skills acquired, life lessons, and the chance to interview the course instructor, Historian Fred Opie.
HOST AND PRODUCER DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED PROFESSOR. Follow Fred, review the show, tell others about it, share a link.
African Diaspora History and Recipes: http://www...2020-07-1755 minThe Fred Opie ShowHistorical Memory And Black Lives MatterToday's show is an historical look at the Black Lives Matter movement. We start with a look the Great Migration, Defacto Jim Crow in New York and contrast with the Jim Crow South during roughly the same period in US history. We end the show with a look at revolutionaries and revolutionary movements from the Atlantic slave trade to the civil rights and black power movements
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The Fred Opie ShowWhat Is Racism?Observed from a episode titled "How Can I Help Black Folk Too Mr. Douglass? In which Topic of racism is unpacked and you might be surprised by the answers Dr. Tina Opie shares. Here's a link to the entire episode: http://www.fredopie.com/sports/2020/6/4/how-can-i-help-black-folk-too-mr-douglass
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HOST AND PRODUCER DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED PROFESSOR. Follow Fred, review the show, tell others about it, share a link.
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...2020-06-1603 minThe Fred Opie ShowWhat Is Racism?Observed from a episode titled "How Can I Help Black Folk Too Mr. Douglass? In which Topic of racism is unpacked and you might be surprised by the answers Dr. Tina Opie shares. Here's a link to the entire episode: http://www.fredopie.com/sports/2020/6/4/how-can-i-help-black-folk-too-mr-douglass
Dr. Tina Opie Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-opie-pittman-b070597/
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HOST AND PRODUCER DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED PROFESSOR. Follow Fred, review the show, tell others about it, share a link.
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...2020-06-1603 minThe Fred Opie ShowHow Can I Help Black Folk Too Mr. Douglass?Today's show," How Can I help Black People Too Mr. Douglass?," should be rated PG 13 because of the topic—US racism and solutions to turning this ship in the right direction. What you hear may make you cry, angry, laugh, and cry some more and get angrier. The show features interviews with three guest:
Dr. Tina Opie
Babson Professor and Host Fred Opie’s wife Dr. Tina Opie. She and Fred get raw in their discussion on processing the latest murders as parents. Tina also provides a deep dive into the word racism, and the biblical theory of restorative justice.
Trev...2020-06-0547 minThe Fred Opie ShowHow Can I Help Black Folk Too Mr. Douglass?Today's show," How Can I help Black People Too Mr. Douglass?," should be rated PG 13 because of the topic—US racism and solutions to turning this ship in the right direction. What you hear may make you cry, angry, laugh, and cry some more and get angrier. The show features interviews with three guest:
Dr. Tina Opie
Babson Professor and Host Fred Opie’s wife Dr. Tina Opie. She and Fred get raw in their discussion on processing the latest murders as parents. Tina also provides a deep dive into the word racism, and the biblical theory of restorative justice.
Trev...2020-06-0547 minThe Fred Opie ShowJoe CuozzoJoe Cuozzo is the Head Lacrosse Coach Emeritus of Ward Melville High School and Mount Sinai High School both in Suffolk County, New York on Long Island. He is a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame. His interview is part of our series Cortland State the Cradle of Coaches. We unpack his oral history and lacrosse journey on the Fred Opie Show.
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Patreon: https...2020-04-0332 minThe Fred Opie ShowJoe CuozzoJoe Cuozzo is the Head Lacrosse Coach Emeritus of Ward Melville High School and Mount Sinai High School both in Suffolk County, New York on Long Island. He is a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame. His interview is part of our series Cortland State the Cradle of Coaches. We unpack his oral history and lacrosse journey on the Fred Opie Show.
Host DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED PROFESSOR. Follow Fred, review the show, tell others about it, share a link.
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The Fred Opie ShowDoubtA lack of self confidence on occasion is normal because of impostor syndrome. Learn what it is and how to deal with it in you and those you teach, coach, and mentor.
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Fred on Instagram: https://www.in...2020-01-1010 minThe Fred Opie ShowDoubtA lack of self confidence on occasion is normal because of impostor syndrome. Learn what it is and how to deal with it in you and those you teach, coach, and mentor.
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The Fred Opie ShowThe Last Days Of The Wooden Lacrosse Stick(This is a rebroadcast from 1 year ago) Set in the late 1960s and early 1970s, this show looks at the last generation of male players to use a wood stick. What are the various meanings of the traditional wooden lacrosse stick? How do natives of the Americas vs Euro-Americans view the stick? Who invented the plastic head and when did players switch from wood to plastic sticks? Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like...2020-01-0326 minThe Fred Opie ShowThe Last Days Of The Wooden Lacrosse Stick(This is a rebroadcast from 1 year ago) Set in the late 1960s and early 1970s, this show looks at the last generation of male players to use a wood stick. What are the various meanings of the traditional wooden lacrosse stick? How do natives of the Americas vs Euro-Americans view the stick? Who invented the plastic head and when did players switch from wood to plastic sticks? Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like...2020-01-0326 min
The Fred Opie ShowNew Year's Eating TraditionsHoppin’ John, collard greens, and dumplings are popular New Year’s Day dishes among black southerners. Black-eyed peas were believed to represent coins and the greens dollars that, if eaten, would bring economic prosperity for the New Year. In other parts of the world, folks have traditionally eaten lentils on New Year’s with a similar rational. African American Southern migrants brought this tradition with them when they relocated to Northern cities like New York. What New Year’s traditions did you grow up practicing?
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR.Follow the Fred Opie show and the...2020-01-0104 minThe Fred Opie ShowNew Year's Eating TraditionsHoppin’ John, collard greens, and dumplings are popular New Year’s Day dishes among black southerners. Black-eyed peas were believed to represent coins and the greens dollars that, if eaten, would bring economic prosperity for the New Year. In other parts of the world, folks have traditionally eaten lentils on New Year’s with a similar rational. African American Southern migrants brought this tradition with them when they relocated to Northern cities like New York. What New Year’s traditions did you grow up practicing?
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR.Follow the Fred Opie show and the...2020-01-0104 minThe Fred Opie ShowJoseph Monserrat, Malcolm X, And 1199The following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-3104 minThe Fred Opie ShowJoseph Monserrat, Malcolm X, And 1199The following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-3104 min
The Fred Opie ShowRecord An Interview With Your Older RelativesThe following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-2304 minThe Fred Opie ShowRecord An Interview With Your Older RelativesThe following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-2304 min
The Fred Opie ShowDeveloping A Black ConsciousnessThe following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-1704 minThe Fred Opie ShowDeveloping A Black ConsciousnessThe following are excerpts and a Q and A from a book talk gave at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem. It’s part of the Centers’ series Conversations in Black Freedom Studies curated by Jeanne Theoharis and Komozi Woodard. What I shared is based on my book Upsetting the Apple Cart: Black-Latino Coalitions in New York City from Protest to Public Office. You will also hear host Komozi Woodard weighing in.
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and...2019-12-1704 min
The Fred Opie ShowChanging the Face of Lacrosse[Reboot of Interview Published 2 years ago] Troy Kemp is the director college recruiting and a coach for Nation United (NU) which is the subject of today's show. He is also on the staff the Ron Clark Academy a highly-acclaimed middle school in Atlanta, Georgia internationally recognized for its success in educating students with academic rigor, passion, and creativity balanced with a strict discipline code. Kemp spent 27 years at the McCallie School as a teacher, coach, an administrator before joining the Ron Clark Academy. He also served as the Executive Director of the National Center for the Development of Boys, a...2019-12-1334 minThe Fred Opie ShowChanging the Face of Lacrosse[Reboot of Interview Published 2 years ago] Troy Kemp is the director college recruiting and a coach for Nation United (NU) which is the subject of today's show. He is also on the staff the Ron Clark Academy a highly-acclaimed middle school in Atlanta, Georgia internationally recognized for its success in educating students with academic rigor, passion, and creativity balanced with a strict discipline code. Kemp spent 27 years at the McCallie School as a teacher, coach, an administrator before joining the Ron Clark Academy. He also served as the Executive Director of the National Center for the Development of Boys, a...2019-12-1334 min
The Fred Opie ShowHow I Graduated From College A Year Early, Tyler Patterson and Fred OpieBabson Lacrosse Player Tyler Patterson shares how he graduating a year early and saving his family 35k in school fees. He talks the internships he had while at Babson, reflects on his college decision when he was in high school; Jack and Jill, and what it means to be an African American for him. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post...2019-11-2228 minThe Fred Opie ShowHow I Graduated From College A Year Early, Tyler Patterson and Fred OpieBabson Lacrosse Player Tyler Patterson shares how he graduating a year early and saving his family 35k in school fees. He talks the internships he had while at Babson, reflects on his college decision when he was in high school; Jack and Jill, and what it means to be an African American for him. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post...2019-11-2228 min
The Fred Opie ShowZora Neale Hurston’s Culinary SouthExcerpt of a lecture Historian Fred Opie delivered at Harvard University in 2012 about Zora Neale Hurston’s Culinary South. Opie unpacks the courtship practices in Hurston's Eatonville, Florida at the turn-of-the-century as well as through the observations she made and the stories she collected while doing fieldwork throughout Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, and other parts of the South During the Great Depression as a WPA writer. At the center of these practices of course is food. The talk is rooted in what Opie found in researching and writing the book Zora Neale Hurston on Florida Food: Recipes, Remedies and Simple Pleasures.
Fo...2019-11-1832 minThe Fred Opie ShowZora Neale Hurston’s Culinary SouthExcerpt of a lecture Historian Fred Opie delivered at Harvard University in 2012 about Zora Neale Hurston’s Culinary South. Opie unpacks the courtship practices in Hurston's Eatonville, Florida at the turn-of-the-century as well as through the observations she made and the stories she collected while doing fieldwork throughout Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, and other parts of the South During the Great Depression as a WPA writer. At the center of these practices of course is food. The talk is rooted in what Opie found in researching and writing the book Zora Neale Hurston on Florida Food: Recipes, Remedies and Simple Pleasures.
Fo...2019-11-1832 min
The Fred Opie ShowStumping and Eating: Food and Politics in North CarolinaHost Fred Opie talks with Yale Professor of History and North Carolina native Glenda Gilmore for the series Stumping and Eating, the role of food in political elections. Gilmore recalls the political culture of Gilford County where she grow up in the counties rich history of barbecues fish fries, and supper clubs.
Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link...2019-11-1807 minThe Fred Opie ShowStumping and Eating: Food and Politics in North CarolinaHost Fred Opie talks with Yale Professor of History and North Carolina native Glenda Gilmore for the series Stumping and Eating, the role of food in political elections. Gilmore recalls the political culture of Gilford County where she grow up in the counties rich history of barbecues fish fries, and supper clubs.
Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link...2019-11-1807 minThe Fred Opie ShowBlogging and Podcasting. . . Speaking DemoExcerpt from the talk and workshop, the ABCs of Using Blogging and Podcasting As A Teaching and Branding Strategy
How to Have Your Best College Year Ever: 3 tips for increasing one’s GPA. DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
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Su...2019-11-1201 minThe Fred Opie ShowBlogging and Podcasting. . . Speaking DemoExcerpt from the talk and workshop, the ABCs of Using Blogging and Podcasting As A Teaching and Branding Strategy
How to Have Your Best College Year Ever: 3 tips for increasing one’s GPA. DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
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The Fred Opie ShowHow To Have Your Best College Year Ever. . . Speaking DemoExcerpt from the talk How to Have Your Best College Year Ever: 3 tips for increasing one’s GPA. DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
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About Fred: https://fr...2019-11-1101 minThe Fred Opie ShowHow To Have Your Best College Year Ever. . . Speaking DemoExcerpt from the talk How to Have Your Best College Year Ever: 3 tips for increasing one’s GPA. DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
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The Fred Opie ShowRick Sowell And Fred's Review of The Movie HarrietThis is a reboot of my interview with Rick Sowell the first Division 1 African American Head lacrosse coach. He first served as an assistant to Hall of Famer Dave Urick at Georgetown University for eight years before becoming the head lacrosse coach at Dartmouth College. I ask coach Sowell for his advice to the younger version of him seeking to build his or her resume as a coach is a native of Western New York where he grew up not far from Hobart College. Like Greg Tarbell, he attended Cobleskill College where he earned All-American honors for transferring to Washington...2019-11-0831 minThe Fred Opie ShowRick Sowell And Fred's Review of The Movie HarrietThis is a reboot of my interview with Rick Sowell the first Division 1 African American Head lacrosse coach. He first served as an assistant to Hall of Famer Dave Urick at Georgetown University for eight years before becoming the head lacrosse coach at Dartmouth College. I ask coach Sowell for his advice to the younger version of him seeking to build his or her resume as a coach is a native of Western New York where he grew up not far from Hobart College. Like Greg Tarbell, he attended Cobleskill College where he earned All-American honors for transferring to Washington...2019-11-0831 min
The Fred Opie ShowCollege Myths Most Cannot Afford. . . Speaking DemoAn excerpt from the talk College Myths Most Cannot Afford: 7 ways to save and earn more than those who don’t know Them
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DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
Support the Show/Get Access Extra Content: https://www.patreon.co...2019-11-0601 minThe Fred Opie ShowCollege Myths Most Cannot Afford. . . Speaking DemoAn excerpt from the talk College Myths Most Cannot Afford: 7 ways to save and earn more than those who don’t know Them
For booking write info@FredOpie.com
DR. FRED OPIE, ATHLETE TURNED AUTHOR, PRODUCER, PROFESSOR, AND EDITOR. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell others about it and share and post the link to the show.
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The Fred Opie ShowNatick Farmer's Market Report Oct 12, 2019Host Fred Opie speaks with three vendors at the Natick Farmer's Market. He chose them based on their offerings and what caught his eye. Learn about the produce and prepared foods and how to both make and eat them. See the links below to the market, vendors, and food history stories and recipes from Fred's blog. Fred is Professor of History and Foodways at Babson College where he teaches and writes about food history. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube...2019-10-1407 minThe Fred Opie ShowNatick Farmer's Market Report Oct 12, 2019Host Fred Opie speaks with three vendors at the Natick Farmer's Market. He chose them based on their offerings and what caught his eye. Learn about the produce and prepared foods and how to both make and eat them. See the links below to the market, vendors, and food history stories and recipes from Fred's blog. Fred is Professor of History and Foodways at Babson College where he teaches and writes about food history. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube...2019-10-1407 min
The Fred Opie ShowReasonable Teen RestrictionsThis is a reboot of interviewed that aired. Host Fred Opie talks with wife and husband Jennifer and Adam Silva who were student-athletes at West Point Military Academy. They have a son who is a student athlete at West Point, and two younger children at home, one male one female. We delve into the recruiting process in light of decision-making ability of teenagers, setting reasonable club and tournament restrictions, concussions, gender differences in coaching youth sports, and the biological changes that happens in athletes between the ages of 13 and 20. I suggest the author interview below about the teenage brain. Follow...2019-09-1935 minThe Fred Opie ShowReasonable Teen RestrictionsThis is a reboot of interviewed that aired. Host Fred Opie talks with wife and husband Jennifer and Adam Silva who were student-athletes at West Point Military Academy. They have a son who is a student athlete at West Point, and two younger children at home, one male one female. We delve into the recruiting process in light of decision-making ability of teenagers, setting reasonable club and tournament restrictions, concussions, gender differences in coaching youth sports, and the biological changes that happens in athletes between the ages of 13 and 20. I suggest the author interview below about the teenage brain. Follow...2019-09-1935 min
The Fred Opie ShowFood, Candidates, and Campaign StopsHistorian Fred Opie looks at what he calls "Stumping and Eating." Opie says treating voters to food and drink in exchange for their vote on Election Day has a long history. This segment looks at how political meetings and campaign stops provides the opportunity for a candidate to identify with potential donors and voters and thereby gain their money and votes. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell...2019-09-1004 minThe Fred Opie ShowFood, Candidates, and Campaign StopsHistorian Fred Opie looks at what he calls "Stumping and Eating." Opie says treating voters to food and drink in exchange for their vote on Election Day has a long history. This segment looks at how political meetings and campaign stops provides the opportunity for a candidate to identify with potential donors and voters and thereby gain their money and votes. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on You Tube, iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you hear and learn, tell...2019-09-1004 min
The Fred Opie ShowBabson Students Interview FredToday's show is different in that Babson students on the last day of a Summer 2019 course interview me. I interview each of my students to help them get to know each other during the semester. This is a great team building exercise that I learned from reading Jon Gordon’s book The Power of Positive Team for creating a positive team culture. I do interviews with my U14 Girls team and college students and both groups love them! Try it with your team on the field and in the work place. On the last day of class which was last ni...2019-08-2322 minThe Fred Opie ShowBabson Students Interview FredToday's show is different in that Babson students on the last day of a Summer 2019 course interview me. I interview each of my students to help them get to know each other during the semester. This is a great team building exercise that I learned from reading Jon Gordon’s book The Power of Positive Team for creating a positive team culture. I do interviews with my U14 Girls team and college students and both groups love them! Try it with your team on the field and in the work place. On the last day of class which was last ni...2019-08-2322 min
The Fred Opie ShowSon Interviews Is Father About Masculinity And Mental Health16 year Kennedy Opie and his Dad Fred Opie have experience with mental health. Kennedy's therapist asked him to interview his father starting with the question what's it like to be an African American man in the United States? From there the conversation covered topics such as depression, what it was like being one of the only black lacrosse players throughout his father’s playing career in high school, college, and a member of a US national team. This is a deep and personal dive into Race, Masculinity, and Mental Health with suggestions for elected officials, parents, and coaches. Follow the Fr...2019-07-2556 minThe Fred Opie ShowSon Interviews Is Father About Masculinity And Mental Health16 year Kennedy Opie and his Dad Fred Opie have experience with mental health. Kennedy's therapist asked him to interview his father starting with the question what's it like to be an African American man in the United States? From there the conversation covered topics such as depression, what it was like being one of the only black lacrosse players throughout his father’s playing career in high school, college, and a member of a US national team. This is a deep and personal dive into Race, Masculinity, and Mental Health with suggestions for elected officials, parents, and coaches. Follow the Fr...2019-07-2556 min
The Fred Opie ShowTim Clark, Reflections on Winning A State ChampionshipThis is rebroadcast of Henniger lacrosse alum Tim Clark's remarkable story of how he and three others rookies played on the 1980 New York State class A boys lacrosse championship team for Coach Tom Acee with just four months of lacrosse under their belts. Clark also talks about his official visits and playing for Hall of Famer Dave Urick at Hobart College. He also shares how his own experience has shaped the guidance he gives his own son as he selects the college as a prospective student-athlete. That’s today on the Fred Opie show. Follow the Fred Opie show and th...2019-06-2135 minThe Fred Opie ShowTim Clark, Reflections on Winning A State ChampionshipThis is rebroadcast of Henniger lacrosse alum Tim Clark's remarkable story of how he and three others rookies played on the 1980 New York State class A boys lacrosse championship team for Coach Tom Acee with just four months of lacrosse under their belts. Clark also talks about his official visits and playing for Hall of Famer Dave Urick at Hobart College. He also shares how his own experience has shaped the guidance he gives his own son as he selects the college as a prospective student-athlete. That’s today on the Fred Opie show. Follow the Fred Opie show and th...2019-06-2135 min
The Fred Opie ShowNavy Coach Aly Messenger & Strength Coach Rob KirklandDEC
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Navy Coach Aly Messenger & Strength Coach Rob Kirkland
Aly Messenger going to the hoop.
Aly Messenger going to the hoop.
Coach Rob Kirkland in the back row in one of his strength and conditioning high school classes.
Coach Rob Kirkland in the back row in one of his strength and conditioning high school classes.
Today on the Fred Opie show we have two guest: Navy Assistant Lacrosse Aly Messinger was 3 time All-American lacrosse player at the University of North Carolina, winner of two national championships in four years, and winner of the most outstanding player award in the 2016 NCAA...2019-05-0924 minThe Fred Opie ShowNavy Coach Aly Messenger & Strength Coach Rob KirklandDEC
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Navy Coach Aly Messenger & Strength Coach Rob Kirkland
Aly Messenger going to the hoop.
Aly Messenger going to the hoop.
Coach Rob Kirkland in the back row in one of his strength and conditioning high school classes.
Coach Rob Kirkland in the back row in one of his strength and conditioning high school classes.
Today on the Fred Opie show we have two guest: Navy Assistant Lacrosse Aly Messinger was 3 time All-American lacrosse player at the University of North Carolina, winner of two national championships in four years, and winner of the most outstanding player award in the 2016 NCAA...2019-05-0924 min
The Fred Opie ShowStudents Interview Professor OpieToday's show is a celebration of the end of the spring semester at Babson College. Professor Opie interviewed students during the semester. The interviews served as a way of getting to know each other better and the students say they became a memorable part of the course along with the life lessons. On the last day of class, students interviewed Professor Opie about his childhood, Syracuse student athlete experience, how he met his wife, parenting, career advice, reflections on his life and career, and his plans. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter...2019-05-0222 minThe Fred Opie ShowStudents Interview Professor OpieToday's show is a celebration of the end of the spring semester at Babson College. Professor Opie interviewed students during the semester. The interviews served as a way of getting to know each other better and the students say they became a memorable part of the course along with the life lessons. On the last day of class, students interviewed Professor Opie about his childhood, Syracuse student athlete experience, how he met his wife, parenting, career advice, reflections on his life and career, and his plans. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter...2019-05-0222 min
The Fred Opie ShowHall of Famer Mac FordMac Ford earned All American honors at the Gilman School in Maryland before attending UNC where won a national championship in 1982. Is individual honors include the 1985 ACC Player of the Year, North/South All-Star Game MVP in 1985, All Club honors, 1990 US national team selection and Best Attackman at the 1990 games. Mac has also made an outstanding contribution to game as the Head Girl’s lacrosse coach game at Notre Dame Prep in Maryland. We unpack his lacrosse journey today on the Fred Opie. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take th...2019-04-1228 minThe Fred Opie ShowHall of Famer Mac FordMac Ford earned All American honors at the Gilman School in Maryland before attending UNC where won a national championship in 1982. Is individual honors include the 1985 ACC Player of the Year, North/South All-Star Game MVP in 1985, All Club honors, 1990 US national team selection and Best Attackman at the 1990 games. Mac has also made an outstanding contribution to game as the Head Girl’s lacrosse coach game at Notre Dame Prep in Maryland. We unpack his lacrosse journey today on the Fred Opie. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take th...2019-04-1228 min
The Fred Opie ShowHall Of Famer Brendan SchneckJohns Hopkins Alum and Hall of Famer Brendan Schneck
A native of Syosset, New York, Brendan Scheck earned All American honors at two positions, attack and midfield and at two schools, Navy and Hopkins. He also played on two U.S. national teams in the 1980s. Many consider Schneck one of the greatest players of all time. He was named to the NCAA's 25th anniversary team in 1985. We unpack his lacrosse journey today on the Fred Opie Show. Just before the interview an editorial on Coaches and the College Admissions Scandal.
Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred...2019-03-1429 minThe Fred Opie ShowHall Of Famer Brendan SchneckJohns Hopkins Alum and Hall of Famer Brendan Schneck
A native of Syosset, New York, Brendan Scheck earned All American honors at two positions, attack and midfield and at two schools, Navy and Hopkins. He also played on two U.S. national teams in the 1980s. Many consider Schneck one of the greatest players of all time. He was named to the NCAA's 25th anniversary team in 1985. We unpack his lacrosse journey today on the Fred Opie Show. Just before the interview an editorial on Coaches and the College Admissions Scandal.
Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred...2019-03-1429 min
The Fred Opie ShowDan WilliamsHost Fred Opie interviews West Point Alum and All-American Dan Williams. Williams talks about playing lacrosse at Hempstead High School on Long Island, dealing with haters on and off the field and his decision to attend West Point. Williams also talk about his son who dealt concussion as a college football play at Washington State University. In the final segment, Williams describes his ideal college curriculum and required courses for graduation. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If...2019-01-3131 minThe Fred Opie ShowDan WilliamsHost Fred Opie interviews West Point Alum and All-American Dan Williams. Williams talks about playing lacrosse at Hempstead High School on Long Island, dealing with haters on and off the field and his decision to attend West Point. Williams also talk about his son who dealt concussion as a college football play at Washington State University. In the final segment, Williams describes his ideal college curriculum and required courses for graduation. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If...2019-01-3131 min
The Fred Opie ShowPart 1 Hall Of Famer Kevin Alexander Part 2 Understanding DepressionPart 1 A native of Victoria, British Columbia, Hall of Famer Kevin Alexander (AKA Alexander the Great), has been called the greatest goal-scorer in Canadian lacrosse history. He played the majority of his pro-indoor career with the Victoria Shamrocks of the Western Lacrosse Association. He led his club to Mann Cup (Canadian indoor championships) in 1979 and 1983. In addition, he helped the Buffalo bandits of the Major Indoor Lacrosse League win championships in 1992 and 1993. Alexander was a four-time Canadian field lacrosse selection earning best midfielder of the 1986 world championships. Alexander is a member of Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame (Listen to the...2018-12-2135 minThe Fred Opie ShowPart 1 Hall Of Famer Kevin Alexander Part 2 Understanding DepressionPart 1 A native of Victoria, British Columbia, Hall of Famer Kevin Alexander (AKA Alexander the Great), has been called the greatest goal-scorer in Canadian lacrosse history. He played the majority of his pro-indoor career with the Victoria Shamrocks of the Western Lacrosse Association. He led his club to Mann Cup (Canadian indoor championships) in 1979 and 1983. In addition, he helped the Buffalo bandits of the Major Indoor Lacrosse League win championships in 1992 and 1993. Alexander was a four-time Canadian field lacrosse selection earning best midfielder of the 1986 world championships. Alexander is a member of Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame (Listen to the...2018-12-2135 min
The Fred Opie ShowHall Famer Margie Anderson, Sports Before Title IX(Reboot of an earlier Interview) A native of Needham, Massachusetts, Hall of Famer Margie Anderson led UMASS to an NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship in 1982. She was an exceptional soccer player at UMASS. She played on two US National teams and served as the head coach of the University of New Hampshire’s Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse Teams. Both the Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse Teams at UNH won ECAC titles and competed in NCAA Tournaments. Anderson is the founder and director of the Connecticut based Spirit Sports Camp for girls. She lives in Ohio with her husband and children...2018-12-0630 minThe Fred Opie ShowHall Famer Margie Anderson, Sports Before Title IX(Reboot of an earlier Interview) A native of Needham, Massachusetts, Hall of Famer Margie Anderson led UMASS to an NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship in 1982. She was an exceptional soccer player at UMASS. She played on two US National teams and served as the head coach of the University of New Hampshire’s Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse Teams. Both the Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse Teams at UNH won ECAC titles and competed in NCAA Tournaments. Anderson is the founder and director of the Connecticut based Spirit Sports Camp for girls. She lives in Ohio with her husband and children...2018-12-0630 min
The Fred Opie ShowReggie Terry, How We Determine If You Get An Offer(Rebooted and abridged version of an earlier interview)
Hempstead Alum Reggie Terry excelled in football but lacrosse had been his first love. Terry played linebacker at Syracuse University before working in football administration at Syracuse, the Arizona Cardinals, and Boston College. His younger brother Tim also played lacrosse before playing linebacker at Temple University and in the NFL. Tim works in the front office of the Green Bay Packers. Today on the Fred Opie show Reggie Terry shares an insider look at how schools decide and who will get an offer from them, lessons from his student experience at Syracuse...2018-11-2232 minThe Fred Opie ShowReggie Terry, How We Determine If You Get An Offer(Rebooted and abridged version of an earlier interview)
Hempstead Alum Reggie Terry excelled in football but lacrosse had been his first love. Terry played linebacker at Syracuse University before working in football administration at Syracuse, the Arizona Cardinals, and Boston College. His younger brother Tim also played lacrosse before playing linebacker at Temple University and in the NFL. Tim works in the front office of the Green Bay Packers. Today on the Fred Opie show Reggie Terry shares an insider look at how schools decide and who will get an offer from them, lessons from his student experience at Syracuse...2018-11-2232 min
The Fred Opie ShowWest Point Alum and All Americans Bob Henry And José OliveroI grew up in New York’s Hudson Valley near the United States military academy at West Point and a steady diet of Hall Famer Dick Edel coached Army lacrosse teams. I had the opportunity to sit down with two of West Points all-time best, goalie José Olivero and defenseman Bob Henry who both grew up on Long Island. Jose earned second-team All-American behind Hopkins Hall of Famer Mike Federico. Bob earned first-team All-American and best defensemen in the nation. Olivero and Henry share stories about their lacrosse journeys, playing for coach Edell, what they admired about each other as tea...2018-09-2141 minThe Fred Opie ShowWest Point Alum and All Americans Bob Henry And José OliveroI grew up in New York’s Hudson Valley near the United States military academy at West Point and a steady diet of Hall Famer Dick Edel coached Army lacrosse teams. I had the opportunity to sit down with two of West Points all-time best, goalie José Olivero and defenseman Bob Henry who both grew up on Long Island. Jose earned second-team All-American behind Hopkins Hall of Famer Mike Federico. Bob earned first-team All-American and best defensemen in the nation. Olivero and Henry share stories about their lacrosse journeys, playing for coach Edell, what they admired about each other as tea...2018-09-2141 min
The Fred Opie ShowFred Opie's Suggested Books And Audio BooksReading and Listening to books is fundamental to personal growth. Whatever is not growing is dying. Host Fred Opie is a confessed athlete turned author and Babson College professor. He shares his list of suggested books on coaching, parenting, marriage, personal growth, and building wealth which shape the themes he talks about with guests on the show. He also provides book summaries to help make your book selection easier. See the link to Fred's suggested reads in the show notes below as well as a list of the books Fred has published. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content...2018-08-2053 minThe Fred Opie ShowFred Opie's Suggested Books And Audio BooksReading and Listening to books is fundamental to personal growth. Whatever is not growing is dying. Host Fred Opie is a confessed athlete turned author and Babson College professor. He shares his list of suggested books on coaching, parenting, marriage, personal growth, and building wealth which shape the themes he talks about with guests on the show. He also provides book summaries to help make your book selection easier. See the link to Fred's suggested reads in the show notes below as well as a list of the books Fred has published. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content...2018-08-2053 min
The Fred Opie ShowThe Uganda Lacrosse ChallengeLearn how the fastest growing sport in the United States is spreading across the African continent and how you can support making lacrosse an Olympic sport. Host Fred Opie gets an update on the Uganda Lacrosse initiative from Matt Holman and Frank Kelly. But first Fred talks about why some student athletes flunk out of school and about how to start a collegiate club lacrosse team at your school. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like...2018-03-3034 minThe Fred Opie ShowThe Uganda Lacrosse ChallengeLearn how the fastest growing sport in the United States is spreading across the African continent and how you can support making lacrosse an Olympic sport. Host Fred Opie gets an update on the Uganda Lacrosse initiative from Matt Holman and Frank Kelly. But first Fred talks about why some student athletes flunk out of school and about how to start a collegiate club lacrosse team at your school. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like...2018-03-3034 min
The Fred Opie ShowThe Last Days of the Wooden Lacrosse StickSet in the late 1960s and early 1970s, this show starts out with a great Paul Wehrum story about playing lacrosse at Cortland State and the dream of getting a custom made wooden stick his senior year in college. From the story comes questions such as what are the various meanings of the traditional wooden lacrosse stick? How to natives of the Americas vs Euro-Americans view the stick. Who invented the plastic head and when did players switch from wood to plastic sticks? Historian Fred Opie interviews players and a stick maker to gain the answers to these questions and...2018-03-2226 minThe Fred Opie ShowThe Last Days of the Wooden Lacrosse StickSet in the late 1960s and early 1970s, this show starts out with a great Paul Wehrum story about playing lacrosse at Cortland State and the dream of getting a custom made wooden stick his senior year in college. From the story comes questions such as what are the various meanings of the traditional wooden lacrosse stick? How to natives of the Americas vs Euro-Americans view the stick. Who invented the plastic head and when did players switch from wood to plastic sticks? Historian Fred Opie interviews players and a stick maker to gain the answers to these questions and...2018-03-2226 min
The Fred Opie ShowFormer IMG Academy Coach Mark BurnamHost Fred Opie interviews IMG Academy and Iroquois National Team Coach Mark Burnam AKA Red. A native of the city of Syracuse, he talks about the 1980 Henninger High School New York State Championship team he played on, playing for and now coaching the Iroquois National team, IMG Academy, and he shares lessons from his post 50 view on life. Fred and Mark where college teams at Syracuse University. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you...2018-03-0834 minThe Fred Opie ShowFormer IMG Academy Coach Mark BurnamHost Fred Opie interviews IMG Academy and Iroquois National Team Coach Mark Burnam AKA Red. A native of the city of Syracuse, he talks about the 1980 Henninger High School New York State Championship team he played on, playing for and now coaching the Iroquois National team, IMG Academy, and he shares lessons from his post 50 view on life. Fred and Mark where college teams at Syracuse University. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you like what you...2018-03-0834 min
The Fred Opie ShowFormer Navy Coach Rick Sowell, Urickisms And Career AdviceRick Sowell the head lacrosse coach at the United States Naval Academy talks about his time serving as an assistant coach under Hall of Fame Coach Dave Urick and Urickisms and provides great career advice for young coaches. But first Fred’s response to questions from listeners: Jayson, what’s appropriate to teach U 11 athletes about a settled offense? Byron, when do I put my child on a more competitive team?
Jayson, my response would be the same for basketball, soccer, ice hockey, or lacrosse, and I’ve coached all these sports to U 11 athletes. Keep it Simple—teach the players...2018-02-1632 minThe Fred Opie ShowFormer Navy Coach Rick Sowell, Urickisms And Career AdviceRick Sowell the head lacrosse coach at the United States Naval Academy talks about his time serving as an assistant coach under Hall of Fame Coach Dave Urick and Urickisms and provides great career advice for young coaches. But first Fred’s response to questions from listeners: Jayson, what’s appropriate to teach U 11 athletes about a settled offense? Byron, when do I put my child on a more competitive team?
Jayson, my response would be the same for basketball, soccer, ice hockey, or lacrosse, and I’ve coached all these sports to U 11 athletes. Keep it Simple—teach the players...2018-02-1632 min
The Fred Opie Show4 McDonogh School Senior Girls and Boys Lacrosse CommitsToday’s Fred Opie show was recorded at the McDonogh School in Owing Mills, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore. Coach Andy Hilgartner invited me to come and speak to several groups at the high school. I spoke at FCA huddle, Sankofa (BSU type organization), a history class, and ended with a lunch time Fred Opie Show with the McDonogh girl’s and boy’s varsity lacrosse teams. Both team are outstanding; the girls have not lost a game in three years, yes you heard right three years!
Taylor Cummings, Jessy Morgan, and Jeremy Sieverts are outstanding McDonough alum who I’ve inter...2018-02-0931 minThe Fred Opie Show4 McDonogh School Senior Girls and Boys Lacrosse CommitsToday’s Fred Opie show was recorded at the McDonogh School in Owing Mills, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore. Coach Andy Hilgartner invited me to come and speak to several groups at the high school. I spoke at FCA huddle, Sankofa (BSU type organization), a history class, and ended with a lunch time Fred Opie Show with the McDonogh girl’s and boy’s varsity lacrosse teams. Both team are outstanding; the girls have not lost a game in three years, yes you heard right three years!
Taylor Cummings, Jessy Morgan, and Jeremy Sieverts are outstanding McDonough alum who I’ve inter...2018-02-0931 min
The Fred Opie ShowUVA Alum and Former George Mason Coach Jessy MorganHost Fred Opie interviews George Mason Head Lacrosse coach Jessy Morgan. The Baltimore native played collegiate lacrosse at the University of Virginia (UVA)Morgan spent four seasons as an assistant coach at UVA before becoming the head lacrosse coach at Howard University (2009 and 2010). In 2014 coach Morgan entered the McDonogh School Hall of Fame. She talks about her decision to attend UVA, coaching at Howard University, evaluating prospects, and expectations, Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you enjoy...2018-01-2035 minThe Fred Opie ShowUVA Alum and Former George Mason Coach Jessy MorganHost Fred Opie interviews George Mason Head Lacrosse coach Jessy Morgan. The Baltimore native played collegiate lacrosse at the University of Virginia (UVA)Morgan spent four seasons as an assistant coach at UVA before becoming the head lacrosse coach at Howard University (2009 and 2010). In 2014 coach Morgan entered the McDonogh School Hall of Fame. She talks about her decision to attend UVA, coaching at Howard University, evaluating prospects, and expectations, Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his website, Twitter and Facebook. Take the time to review the show on iTunes, Stitcher, and Soundcloud. If you enjoy...2018-01-2035 min
The Fred Opie ShowAdjusting to College As A Student AthleteHost Fred Opie interviews Cornell University All-American Aaron Jones about his recruiting experience, college choice, and adjusting to attending a predominately white school for the first time in his life. See the related links below.
About Dr. Opie
Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie is the producer and host of The Fred Opie Show. He is also a Babson Professor of History and Foodways, the author of many books, and a contributor to anthologies. Dr. Opie has appeared on NPR, BBC Radio, The History Channel, PBS television, and in the New York Times, Washington Post, and Oprah Magazine.
For Speaking Visit: https...2017-06-2338 minThe Fred Opie ShowAdjusting to College As A Student AthleteHost Fred Opie interviews Cornell University All-American Aaron Jones about his recruiting experience, college choice, and adjusting to attending a predominately white school for the first time in his life. See the related links below.
About Dr. Opie
Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie is the producer and host of The Fred Opie Show. He is also a Babson Professor of History and Foodways, the author of many books, and a contributor to anthologies. Dr. Opie has appeared on NPR, BBC Radio, The History Channel, PBS television, and in the New York Times, Washington Post, and Oprah Magazine.
For Speaking Visit: https...2017-06-2338 min
The Fred Opie ShowFred Opie on How to Choose the Right CollegeGoing solo today on the Fred Opie show talking about the importance of school choice rifting off of a conversation I had with one of my fried who is going through the process right now with his children. Are you going to look at a school that you know you can't afford and you're not going to get financial aid? Do you live in Washington DC and do you know the college benefit you have that those living outside the district don't have? Does your kid want to play college sport or is it you that want your kid to...2017-02-1015 minThe Fred Opie ShowFred Opie on How to Choose the Right CollegeGoing solo today on the Fred Opie show talking about the importance of school choice rifting off of a conversation I had with one of my fried who is going through the process right now with his children. Are you going to look at a school that you know you can't afford and you're not going to get financial aid? Do you live in Washington DC and do you know the college benefit you have that those living outside the district don't have? Does your kid want to play college sport or is it you that want your kid to...2017-02-1015 min
The Fred Opie ShowHow To Thrive As A College Student AthleteAs a student do you you know how to positively influence your final grade starting on the first day of class until finals? You should sweat the little things including where you sit in class, class participation, office hours, and what you wear. Fred Opie is an athlete turned author and professor who been grading papers, class participation, and submitting final grades for almost two decades. He shares strategies to increase your GPA, learn more, and put yourself in position to ask for a recommendation when you need it. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his we...2015-08-2621 minThe Fred Opie ShowHow To Thrive As A College Student AthleteAs a student do you you know how to positively influence your final grade starting on the first day of class until finals? You should sweat the little things including where you sit in class, class participation, office hours, and what you wear. Fred Opie is an athlete turned author and professor who been grading papers, class participation, and submitting final grades for almost two decades. He shares strategies to increase your GPA, learn more, and put yourself in position to ask for a recommendation when you need it. Follow the Fred Opie show and the content Fred shares on his we...2015-08-2621 min