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The 4D Leaders ShowFrom Concussions to Confidence: Unlock Your Mental Game with Justin LevineEver wonder what separates good athletes from champions? It's not just physical prowess; it's mental mastery. Join Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer as they dive deep with Justin Levine, a Certified Mental Performance Coach, who reveals the secrets to unlocking your mental edge. Justin's own journey, overcoming career-threatening concussions, ignited his passion for empowering athletes to conquer their inner game. Prepare for actionable strategies to crush performance anxiety, build unwavering confidence, and cultivate a champion's mindset.Episode Highlights:From Setback to Strength: Justin's raw, personal story of battling concussions and transforming adversity into expertise...
2025-03-1330 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowThe "Wonder Dog" Mentality: Rex Hudler on Resilience, Mindset, & Giving BackGet ready for an electrifying conversation with baseball legend Rex Hudler on The Game Plan Show! ⚾️⚡️Join Rex, Trevor Rosenthal, and Jason Holzer as they dive deep into Rex's incredible journey, from his days as a dynamic player (nicknamed "Wonder Dog"!) to his passionate advocacy for youth sports and community impact.In this episode, you'll discover: The secrets to a winning mindset: How positivity, resilience, and mental toughness fuel success on and off the field. Building a championship culture: Creating a supportive environment where young athletes can thrive and reach their full potential. The power of...
2025-03-1247 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show"Big City" Mentality: Matt Adams's Guide to Unlocking Potential in Young AthletesStep into the batter's box with former MLB All-Star Matt Adams, aka "Big City," on The Game Plan Show! Join Matt, Trevor Rosenthal, and Jason Holzer as they explore the power of mentorship and coaching in shaping young athletes. Matt shares his personal experiences: The impact of his own mentors: Discover how guidance shaped his MLB career. Lessons learned from the pros: Gain insights from his time playing with some of baseball's best. Building a winning mindset: Cultivating mental toughness, resilience, and a love for the game. Creating a positive environment: Fostering teamwork, respect...
2025-01-1733 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowConfidence is Overrated: Why Courage is the REAL Key to Success with Travis ThomasIs confidence really the key to success in sports? 🤔 On this episode of The Game Plan, performance coach Travis Thomas, author of "Confidence is Overrated," challenges conventional wisdom and reveals a more powerful approach to helping young athletes unlock their potential. Join Travis, Trevor Rosenthal, and Jason Holzer as they explore: The courage-over-confidence mindset: Why focusing on actions and behaviors trumps relying on feelings. Practical strategies for parents and coaches: How to foster courage, resilience, and a growth mindset in young athletes. Creating a safe space for growth: Bui...
2025-01-0251 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowFrom the NFL to Fathead: Chris Hetherington on how Youth Sports Shape Leaders Tune in to The Game Plan for an inspiring conversation with Chris Hetherington, CEO of Fathead and former NFL player! 🏈 Chris, Trevor Rosenthal, and Jason Holzer explore the profound impact of youth sports on building character, resilience, and leadership skills. Discover how Chris's journey from the football field to the business world shaped his perspective on: Developing a winning mindset: Cultivating mental toughness and overcoming challenges. The athlete-to-entrepreneur transition: Leveraging transferable skills and adapting to new environments. Creating a positive sports culture: Fostering teamwork, respect, and a love for the game. The imp...
2024-12-1335 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowAlgae: The Athlete's Secret Weapon for Peak Performance with Dr. Arnston 🌱 Fuel Your Body and Mind with Algae: Nature's Superfood 🌱 Tune in to The Game Plan as Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer explore the incredible world of algae nutrition with Dr. Catharine Arnston, CEO of Energybits. Discover the science-backed benefits of spirulina and chlorella for athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. Learn how this nutrient-dense superfood can boost your energy, support your immune system, and enhance your well-being. Catharine shares practical tips on incorporating algae into your daily routine, making healthy eating simple and accessible for everyone. Don't miss this insigh...
2024-11-2630 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowThe ONE Thing Every Youth Sports Coach Needs to Know with Michael Cantwell Join Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer on The Game Plan Show as they tackle the ever-evolving world of youth sports! This episode features special guest Mike Cantwell, executive director of NKCA, who shares his expertise on creating positive experiences for young athletes. They dive deep into the challenges coaches face, the impact of early specialization, and the importance of a balanced approach to sports. Tune in to discover valuable resources and key takeaways to enhance the youth sports journey for players, parents, and coaches alike. #youthsports #coaching #positiveexperiences #multisportathletes #NKCA #MikeCantwell #sportsdevelopment
2024-11-1336 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowMore Than a Closer: Ryan Helsley's Game Plan for SuccessHe conquered the record books. Now he's sharing his blueprint for success. Get ready for an unfiltered conversation with St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley, the man who just eclipsed Trevor Rosenthal's single-season saves record! ⚾️ Joining the conversation are MLB All-Star Trevor Rosenthal and 4D Leaders co-founder Jason Holzer, bringing their unique perspectives on athletic development and peak performance. Together, they explore the mental fortitude, unwavering self-belief, and positive environment that propelled Ryan to dominate on the mound. But it's not just about baseball. This episode is packed with actionable advice for...
2024-10-2925 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowRedefining Success in Youth Sports with guest James Reyes: Leading with Passion & Purpose 🌟 Building Character Through Coaching: A Powerful Conversation with Jason Holzer, Trevor Rosenthal, and James Reyes 🌟 Tune in to this inspiring episode as Jason, Trevor, and James explore the critical role of character development in youth sports. They share personal experiences, coaching insights, and practical strategies for building young athletes of strong character. Key takeaways: Connect to get respect: Learn how building relationships with players fosters a positive and productive environment. More than just the scoreboard: Discover why prioritizing team values and personal growth leads to true success. Passion over profession: Hear why instil...
2024-10-1541 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show🎒📚🏈 Back to School, Back to the Game: Acing Academics & Athletics School's back in session, and so are sports! Join Jason Holzer & Trevor Rosenthal for a game-changing discussion on raising successful student athletes. Discover practical time management tips, learn how to set realistic expectations, and most importantly, keep the FUN in sports and learning! ⚽️🏀⚾️ Chapters 00:00 Key Time Management Strategies for Parents 19:51 Managing Expectations and Supporting Children 23:44 Keeping it Fun: The Importance of Fun and Relaxation 28:06 Creating Consistent Routines 29:50 Supporting Children in Their Individual Journeys In this video, you'll discover: Simple routines to keep your y...
2024-09-0431 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowHow Do We Prioritize Character and Teamwork?: A Game Plan for Success in Sports with Joey Hawkins Join hosts Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer in a compelling conversation about the vital role that character, teamwork, and personal development play in the world of youth sports. Their special guest, Joey Hawkins, the head baseball coach at Missouri State University, shares his unique insights on what it takes to build a winning team – both on and off the field. In this episode, you'll discover: The qualities that top coaches look for in athletes: It's not just about talent. How to create a positive team culture: Foster an environment where everyone th...
2024-07-2322 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowWhat's the Secret to Joy and Success in Youth Sports? World Series Champ Eric Hosmer Shares His Game PlanGet ready for a game-changing episode of The Game Plan! 🎙️ Join Trevor Rosenthal, Jason Holzer, and special guest Eric Hosmer, a World Series champion 🏆 and youth sports advocate, as they tackle the most pressing issues facing young athletes today. Hosmer pulls back the curtain on his own journey, sharing hard-won wisdom and actionable strategies for parents, coaches, and athletes alike. 👪👨‍🏫🧑‍🎓 Discover how to cultivate a love for the game ❤️ that goes beyond wins and losses, building character 💪, resilience, and a lifelong passion for sports. Key Discussion Points: The Moonball Revolution: Explore Eric Hosmer's innovative approach to youth sports through h...
2024-07-1023 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowHow Do You Go from the Backyard to the Big Leagues with Matt Carpenter Welcome to an unforgettable episode of Tuesdays with Trevor! Recorded live from St. Louis, diving deep into how sports can transform lives and drive positive change. Today, Trevor and Jason are joined by special guest Matt Carpenter, a 12-year MLB veteran, 3-time All-Star, and 2013 Silver Slugger Award winner, who shares his incredible journey from the backyard  to the big leagues. In This Episode: Matt Carpenter reflects on his journey as an athlete, from his early days playing as a kid to his professional career. He discusses the pivotal moments that challenged his authenticity a...
2024-06-1130 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowHow Can We Use Sports to Build Mental Fitness?: A Conversation with Karen Phelps Moyer Join Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer in this engaging episode of Tuesdays with Trevor as they sit down with Karen Phelps Moyer, a dedicated mom of eight and the founder of Golden Minds. Together, they explore the most effective ways to support children in sports, fostering a positive home environment, and nurturing confidence and resilience. Karen shares her insights on the importance of being a good listener, providing emotional support, and teaching kids the values of teamwork and sportsmanship. She also discusses the crucial role coaches play in creating a supportive atmosphere and the significance of mental...
2024-05-2826 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowHow Do We Build Stronger Mental Health & Team Chemistry Using Youth Sports with Dr. Alex AuerbachIn this episode of "Tuesdays with Trevor," host Trevor Rosenthal and co-host Jason Holzer explore the crucial role of team chemistry and positive mental health practices in youth sports. They are joined by Dr. Alex Auerbach, a licensed counseling and sports psychologist, who shares practical tips for coaches and parents to foster team chemistry and resilience among young athletes. The discussion underscores the importance of clear communication, shared values, and creating a supportive team environment. Dr. Auerbach also highlights how language and mindset influence the mental health of young athletes. Key Takeaways: Fostering Team Chemistry...
2024-05-1423 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowHow Do We Teach Athletes to Master Their Mind?: Mental Strategies for Athletic Excellence with Shayamal VallabhjeeWelcome to another enriching episode of Tuesdays with Trevor! 🌟 Join hosts Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer as they dive into an uplifting discussion with Shayamal Vallabhjee, a revered sports performance scientist, coach and author, on the transformative power of mental development in athletes. Coaches and parents will discover the secrets to unlocking your players' full potential as Shayamal sheds light on the incredible benefits of stress management through breath work and mindfulness techniques. 🧘‍♂️ Immerse yourself in a world where physical and mental strength intersect to create champions! Here's why you should tune into this episode: 🔥 Lear...
2024-04-3031 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowTuesdays with Trevor: How Do We Lead by Serving? Redefining Success in Youth Sports with Mike Matheny 🌟 Unveiling the Heart of Youth Sports: A Deep Exploration of Servant Leadership 🌟 Calling all coaches and parents dedicated to nurturing the next generation of athletes! Tune in to "Tuesdays with Trevor" as Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer lead an enlightening discussion featuring none other than Mike Matheny, a revered figure in MLB history and coaching circles. Together, they embark on a profound journey into the transformative essence of servant leadership and its profound impact on the landscape of youth sports. 🏆 #EmpoweringLeadership: Discover the enduring philosophy of servant leadership—a paradigm that transcends authority, focusing on...
2024-04-1630 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowTuesdays with Trevor: How Do You Build Champions? Unveiling Clint Hurdle's Blueprint for Youth Sports 🔥 Get ready for an inspiring episode of Tuesdays with Trevor! Join Trevor Rosenthal and Jason Holzer as they are joined by the incredible Clint Hurdle, former MLB player and manager, to explore invaluable leadership principles for youth sports and crafting a positive team culture. 🏆 Uncover the secrets behind effective communication in leadership roles and the importance of staying updated with the latest techniques and technology in sports. 🤝 Learn how to strike the perfect balance between competition and joy, while also gaining expert advice for parents and coaches on nurturing resilience in young athletes. 🎬 T...
2024-04-0233 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowThe Why and The Mission for Tuesdays with TrevorJoin Jason and Trevor in this engaging episode as they delve into the profound impact of sports on personal development and character building. They explore how the essence of winning lies not solely in achieving victories, but in the journey of self-discovery and growth. Through insightful anecdotes and reflections, they underline the pivotal role sports play in nurturing exceptional leadership qualities that transcend the boundaries of the game. Throughout the conversation, Jason and Trevor emphasize the importance of belief, confidence, and integrity, both on the field and in life. They advocate for instilling core values and staying...
2024-03-1918 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowTuesdays with Trevor: How Playing Small Ball gets Big Results with Joel Goldberg Welcome to another exhilarating episode of Tuesdays with Trevor! MLB All-Star Trevor Rosenthal and 4D Athletes Co-Founder Jason Holzer are back, and this time they're joined by a special guest, Joel Goldberg, Royals TV Broadcaster and author of the book Small Ball, Big Results. Get ready for a powerhouse conversation that explores the profound application of small ball in baseball to life itself. Key Takeaways: Embrace different roles, do the little things right, and watch the impact unfold in both sports and life. Trust is paramount in coaching...
2024-03-0529 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowTuesdays With Trevor: How to Win in Youth Sports with Coach Ballgame Step up to the plate and bring the heat on another exciting episode of Tuesdays with Trevor! In this encouraging discussion, MLB All-Star Trevor Rosenthal and Co-Founder of 4D Athletes, Jason Holzer, team up with Coach Ballgame to explore the critical importance of cultivating a positive culture in youth sports. The trio delves into the repercussions of the win-at-all-costs mentality, emphasizing the need to prioritize character development and fun over mere victory. Coach Ballgame shares a wealth of experiences and insights, unveiling strategies to motivate and engage young athletes effectively. The episode sheds light on...
2024-02-2027 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#89 Travis Thomas: How do we become leaders others want to follow?In this episode, Jason and Jim are joined by Travis Thomas to dive into how we can become leaders others want to follow. Travis Thomas is the Founder of Live,Yes And (www.liveyesand.com), sharing his interactive and inspiring message of purpose, authenticity, and collaboration to audiences and companies across the US. For the past 3 years he has been the Leadership and Team Dynamics Coach for the USA Men’s National Soccer Team. For over 20 years, Travis has performed as an improvisational comedian, performance coach, and corporate training specialist. His coaching pr...
2022-11-141h 02The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#88 Brandon Puffer: How do we combine sports and faith to build community?In episode 88 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Brandon Puffer to discuss how we use faith and sports to develop confident, humble and respectful youth in our community. Brandon Puffer is an American former professional baseball player. A relief pitcher, Puffer played in Major League Baseball with the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants. Puffer was promoted to Boston Red Sox in 2004 when they won the World Series, and received the world series ring that would later be featured on an episode of Pawn Stars. In 2007, Brandon...
2022-11-0749 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#87 Brendan Suhr: How do we develop effective leaders?In episode 87 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Brendan Suhr to discuss how we can develop effective leaders both in and out of sports. Coach Brendan Suhr is viewed as one of the most respected figures in basketball with nearly 30 years as a coach and executive in the NBA and 13 seasons as a coach at the collegiate level. He has been a part of some of the most historical basketball teams of all time while winning back-to-back NBA Championships with the Detroit Pistons “Bad Boys”, as well as the 1992 “Dream Team” who won the...
2022-10-3159 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#27 I Am A Champion: How do will live a life on purpose?In this episode of the I Am A Champion Show, the guys are joined by Jason Wilson to talk about spirituality, living on purpose, and how sports can help guide us in those areas! Jason Wilson is an entrepreneur, podcaster and a Spiritual Life Coach. Originally from Atlanta, GA, he now resides in Bogota, Colombia. He is fluent in both English and Spanish. Being a Spiritual Life Coach since 2019, he helps entrepreneurs, athletes, trainers, coaches, recruiters, agents, fashion designers, actors, models, singers and musicians get the victory over spiritual problems related to: fear, anger, jealousy...
2022-09-1357 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#83 Trevor Hudgins: How do you learn to stay true to yourself & trust the process?In Episode 83 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Trevor Hudgins to discuss how to stay true to yourself and trust the process! Trevor Hudgins born and raised in Manhattan, Kansas. Recently graduated from Northwest Missouri State University this past spring. Currently playing professional basketball with the Houston Rockets and affiliate Rio Grande Vipers. Hudgins was named the Division II Player of the Year in 2022 after averaging 23 points, 4.3 assists and 2.4 rebounds in 39 games last season as a senior. Behind Hudgins, the Bearcats won their third consecutive national championship. He...
2022-08-291h 01The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#82 Sterling Hudgins: How do we raise champions both in and out of sports?Here is a 5-day demo link to see what the parent course looks like: https://courses.4dathletes.com/courses/4d-athletes-parent-resources-5-day-demo Click “Enroll for Free" Put in your information Watch the videos, let us know if you have any questions We look forward to working with you to transform lives, make a positive influence, and help individuals win the game within. In Episode 82 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Sterling Hudgins to discuss how we can raise children who are champions both in and out of sports! Reverend St...
2022-08-2247 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#81 Shelly Lefkoe: How do we remove limiting beliefs to become a better parent?In Episode 81 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Shelly Lefkoe to discuss how we can remove limiting beliefs and replace them with beliefs that empower us! Shelly Lefkoe is co-founder and President of the Lefkoe Institute, and the founder of Parenting the Lefkoe way. She has personally worked with thousands of individuals from around the world. Using The Lefkoe Method she has helped these people eliminate issues as serious as eating disorders, phobias and depression as well as everyday problems like procrastination, shyness, fear of public speaking and the inability to form...
2022-07-271h 12The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#11 I Am A Champion: How do you sell and market yourself like a champion?In this episode, Douglas Younger lll and Jason Marc Campbell join the guys to talk about the importance of marketing and how to market yourself like a champion. Doug Younger is the Founder and CEO of 3STEPS4WARD, a technology savvy marketing company that helps startups and entrepreneurs succeed with digital marketing. Doug and his team are a full-service marketing company that was founded on the principles of socially-responsible business. They are a Minority Business Enterprise and a Small Business Enterprise certified by the state of California; driven by the beliefs of positive social responsibility...
2022-07-1957 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#80 Sheila Thelen: How do we use technology to develop better body awareness?With the pressure to win at all costs, many parents feel frustrated, confused and overwhelmed by youth sports.  It can be a challenge trying to figure out what’s not best for your child but also your family when it comes to sports.  We at 4D Athletes have created a course for parents to help them navigate youth sports in order for both their child and them to have a great experience. Here is a 5-day demo link to see what the parent course looks like: https://courses.4dathletes.com/courses/4d-athletes-parent-resources-5-day-demo In E...
2022-07-1842 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#4 I Am A Champion: How do we become a great influence to our own children?This week Johnathan, Jim, and Jason have Lorenzo Neal on the show. Lorenzo is an American former professional football player who was a fullback in the National Football League for sixteen seasons. Neal played college football for the Fresno State Bulldogs. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the fourth round of the 1993 NFL Draft. In this episode they dive into being a Champion of influence as a former athlete to their own children. Also what does life look like after sports and how do you find fulfillment when your playing career is over at...
2022-06-2359 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#79 Kent Weed: How can we master our mind and live on purpose?In Episode 79 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason is joined by Kent Weed to discuss how we master our mind to help us learn to live a life filled with purpose Kent Weed is the creator and executive producer of the 7 time Emmy nominated hit NBC series, “AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR”. He is also the creator and executive producer of Gordon Ramsay’s award winning hit FOX tv series “HELL’S KITCHEN” With a career in television spanning more than 3 decades, Kent has produced over 300 shows for 45 different networks. Throughout his career, Weed has worked in virtually every genre of television. Music, Game...
2022-06-0654 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#78 Ben Hylden: How do we keep the faith during our toughest tragedies?In Episode 78 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Ben Hylden who is the author of “Finding Faith in the Field Ben Hylden grew up on a dairy farm near Park River, ND where he went to high school and played basketball, football, and track. However, on April 6, 2007 at the age of 16, everything changed. Ben was in a near-death car accident that left him with a 5% chance of survival due to the severity of his injuries. Miraculously, Ben did survive and began on a journey of recovery and faith, where he endured many li...
2022-05-301h 03The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#77 Jason Holzer: How do we triumph over our traumas?In Episode 77 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim interviews the co-founder of 4D Athletes to dive into how we triumph over our traumas to turn our burdens into blessings in life. Growing up in Taos, Missouri, Jason was raised in a small town with a loving family that gave him every chance to succeed. His parents were supportive and provided everything this 17-year-old could ever want. That is until his life changed forever on May 8, 2003, when his dad unexpectedly passed away by suicide leaving him, his mother and two younger sisters behind. Through hard work...
2022-05-1658 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#76 Kathryn Gordon: What are the keys to great relationships in all areas of our life?With the pressure to win at all costs, many parents feel frustrated, confused and overwhelmed by youth sports.  It can be a challenge trying to figure out what’s not best for your child but also your family when it comes to sports.  We at 4D Athletes have created a course for parents to help them navigate youth sports in order for both their child and them to have a great experience. Here is a 5-day demo link to see what the parent course looks like: https://courses.4dathletes.com/courses/4d-athletes-parent-resources-5-day-demo Click “Enroll...
2022-05-0959 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#75 Leslie Weirich: How do we use our story to give hope to others?In Episode 75 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Leslie Weirich, who is the founder of Leslie’s Hope. Life is full of highs and lows, and Leslie has seen her share of both. She had a successful career, married the love of her life and was blessed to be the mother to two beautiful children. But She has also known incredible loss. It was 2:30 in the morning on September 10th, 2016. She awoke to the doorbell ringing and the news that her 20-year-old son, Austin, had taken his life. It was the moment th...
2022-05-031h 08The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#74 Jona Genova: How do we find a deep sense of peace, comfort and positivity?In Episode 74 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Jona Genova to discuss how to find a deep sense of peace, comfort, and positivity in both life and in sports? Jona Genova is a Holistic Performance Coach who developed Focus & Flow Integration™. Using a blend of compassion meditations, energy work, and unique intuitive gifts, through her coaching she reaches what she calls “the preverbal” - what can't be seen and what often can't be spoken. Jona’s depth of experience as a healer enables her to fine-tune people who are already exceptional performers at the h...
2022-05-0156 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#73 David Meltzer: How do we go beyond the extra mile to the empty mile?In Episode 73 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by David Meltzer to discuss what exactly is the empty mile and how go the empty instead of the extra mile David Meltzer is the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. David is also a three-time international best-selling author, a Top 100 Business Coach, and host of the top entrepreneur podcast, The Playbook. David is the Executive Producer of the Bloomberg and Apple TV s...
2022-04-3024 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#72 Mike Murphy: What do athletes need in order to stand out to pro scouts?In Episode 72 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Mike Murphy to discuss what core characteristics scouts look for when drafting a player. Michael Murphy spent 3 seasons with the NY Giants’ scouting staff. Murphy has 23 years of NFL experience as a pro and college scout. Prior to joining the Giants, he spent the 2015-16 season as the director of player personnel for the University of Colorado football program building the recruiting department. From 2008-13, Murphy was a regional scout for the Miami Dolphins. He entered the NFL as a pro personnel as...
2022-04-2950 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#71 Rhea Lalla: How do we raise kids who are confident, happy, and successful in sports and more importantly in life?In Episode 71 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Rhea Lalla Rhea Lalla is an Emotional Intelligence Specialist, Author and Certified Relationship/Parenting Coach for over 20 years. She's worked with The United Nations, UNICEF, Mindvalley University,  Children's Aid,  Fortune 500 Corporations and supports Parents and Couples globally to discover and transform whatever holds them back from creating strong relationships they feel proud of.  She is currently creating the K to Grade 12 EQ Curriculums for The Bill and Melinda Gates Schools for Parents, Teachers and Kids. Check out Rhea’s website here
2022-04-281h 02The 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#70 Misty Buck: How do we acknowledge and manage our emotions in a healthy way?In Episode 70 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Misty Buck Misty is an athlete mental health & mindset coach; contributor & coach to the Hall of Fame Health (HOFH); international speaker; and author of the "Athlete Mental Health Playbook." An entrepreneur for 15 years, as the owner of an award-winning digital marketing agency in Miami, she also hosts a weekly show called "Marketing Monday.” As a former youth athlete and someone who struggled with depression and anxiety, Misty has a passion for coaching athletes on how to move forward from challenges related to mental wellness an...
2022-04-2758 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#69 Angela Martinucci- How do we train our brain for optimal performance?In Episode 69 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Angela Martinucci. Angela Martinucci, Founder of Mind Balance and Co-founder of the Bay Area Brain Spa. Mind Balance offers NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback and Peak Performance Coaching programs for companies, executives and athletes. Recently, Angela co-founded the Bay Area Brain Spa in the San Francisco Bay Area, a center that brings the benefits of biohacking and neurofeedback to her local community. Angela has always been passionate about health and wellness. She has a background as a nutrition consultant and as a private c...
2022-04-2648 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#68 Ian Goldberg: How can we fix the broken model of youth sports?In Episode 68 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Ian Goldberg from iSport360 Ian Goldberg is the Founder and CEO of iSport360, an early stage youth sports technology company that is helping young athletes, coaches and parents improve communication, player development and team culture.   Ian’s career started at the White House where he worked for the economic advisors to two US Presidents and then spent more than half of his career in product management and sales for early stage technology companies.  Outside of his role leading iSport360, Ian is an Advisory Board membe...
2022-04-2554 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#67 Kevin Ellis: How can we use soccer to prepare us for life?In Episode 67 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by former Sporting KC player Kevin Ellis Born in North Kansas City, Kevin grew up with a love for sports. After he graduated form Oak Park high school he signed with Sporting Kansas City as a professional soccer player. He met his wife Abby in his rookie year at SKC and they were married soon after. He spent 7 years with SKC, had his first daughter Willow and then spent a year with Chicago Fire and had his second daughter Brooklyn and then ended his year...
2022-04-2455 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#66 Scott Fox: How do we build emotional resilience both in sports and life?In Episode 66 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Scott Fox to discuss how to use sports to build emotional resilience. Scott Fox is the founder of Champion Playbook, where he addresses the need for peak-performance while simultaneously providing mental health solutions for collegiate and other athletes.  Scott's been doing this work for 12 years and is certified in powerful mind-body techniques including Emotional Freedom Techniques, aka Tapping, and Energy Psychology.  He is a graduate of Brown University where he was a four-year starter and captain of the baseball team. Recently Scott was a sp...
2022-04-2357 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#65 Alex Auerbach: How do we create an unfair advantage within the rules of life and sport?In Episode 65 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Alex Auerbach to discuss how to create an unfair advantage within the rules Alex is the Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors, where he is responsible for all things mental health, mental performance and off-court development for players and staff. He joined the Raptors after serving as the Director of Clinical and Sport Psychology for the University of Arizona. Alex has worked with NCAA Division-I schools in the Pac-12, ACC, Big 12, and Conference USA, where his work has included...
2022-04-2255 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#64 Alan Stein: How do you raise your game and become the best version of yourself?In Episode 64 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Alan Stein Jr to discuss how to raise your game both in sports and in life. Alan Stein, Jr. is an experienced keynote speaker and author. At his core, he’s a performance coach with a passion for helping others change behaviors. He spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet (including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant). Through his customized programs, he transfers his unique expertise to maximize both individual and organizational performance. Alan is...
2022-04-2155 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#63 Sean Flynn: How can data analytics help us improve player performance?In episode 63 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Sean Flynn who is the CEO Sure People’s sports and education division Sean has over 20 years of experience working in different teams and sectors in the sports industry, including the Miami Marlins, Miami FC and the Tampa Bay Lightning. He's a marketing expert. Sure People uses psychometric evaluations and behavioral analytics to assess and train what it calls the “emotional, relational and team intelligence” of coaches and players. Connect with Sean on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in...
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The 4D Leaders Show#62 Lisa Bonta Sumii: Why does mental health matter in both life and sports?In episode 62 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Lisa Bonta Sumii Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW is a therapist with over 21 years of clinical experience, licensed in both CA and NV. She is a private practice clinician and the CEO and Founder of AthMindset, LLC.  Lisa supports the elite athlete to achieve optimal mental health and peak mental sport performance. She works with collegiate student athletes, Olympians/Olympic hopefuls, as well as professional athletes and teams. Lisa is the first ever Mental Health & Sport Performance Specialist for the Oakland Roots S...
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The 4D Leaders Show#61 Michael Pritchard: What can we learn from listening to our youth?In episode 61 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Keynote speaker, nationally acclaimed youth speaker, and comedian Michael Pritchard to talk about what our youth can teach us about how to make the world a better place. Michael Pritchard began his career on both the comedy stage and as a juvenile counselor in San Francisco's Youth Guidance Center. In 1980, he won first place in the San Francisco International Stand-Up Comedy Competition as well as winning the prestigious California Probation Officer of the Year. ​Michael's offers from Hollywood rolled in including a guest appearance on an Emmy Aw...
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The 4D Leaders Show#60 Tim and Anne Rulo: How do we build strong relationships and healthy marriages?In episode 60 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Tim and Anne Rulo to discuss how to build a healthy marriage and strong relationships using sports. Tim is a teacher and Head Football, Head Strength & Conditioning, Assistant Track, and Leadership Coordinator at Russellville High School in Missouri. He has been coaching for 18 years, 14 as head coach. His main focus is leadership and character development. Anne Rulo, LMFT, LPC, was a mental health counselor for 14 years, first with teens who had gotten into trouble with the law (and their families) and then...
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The 4D Leaders Show#59 Nik Lewis: How do we create opportunities for others?In episode 59 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Nik Lewis to dive into the importance of using your platform to create opportunities for others Nikolas "Nik" Lewis (born June 3, 1982) is a former professional Canadian football slotback who played for 15 years in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He is a two-time Grey Cup champion, winning in 2008 and 2014 with the Calgary Stampeders. In his first season, he won the CFL Rookie of the Year award, followed by five West Division All-Star and three CFL All-Star awards. He is second all-time as a Stampeder in...
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The 4D Leaders Show#58 Derek Bylsma: When can seeking help be considered a strength?In this episode Jim and Jason are joined by Derek Bylsma to talk about why seeking help is a strength and break the stigma about counseling. Derek is the Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center and heads their 3A and Sports divisions. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a nationally board-certified counselor. He is also fully trained in EMDR Therapy. In addition to two bachelor degrees, one from Kalamazoo College and the other from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Derek also holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Roosevelt University. Af...
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The 4D Leaders Show#56 Alec Lemmon: Why is it important to know why you coach?#56 Alec Lemmon: Why is it important to know why you coach? In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Alec Lemmon to talk about finding your purpose as a coach Alec has lived in Kansas City since 1993 and been married to his wife Jordan since 2014. He a Christian who is committed to coaching and helping coaches develop the skills to walk with God and advance the Gospel into the nations through sports. He played soccer in Kansas City all growing up and at MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, Kansas. He...
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The 4D Leaders Show#55 Jake von Scherrer: What are the tools needed to be a successful Athletic Administrator?In episode 55 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by the Host of the Educational AD podcast Jake von Sherrer to discuss some of the tools for success in athletic administration. Jake is a career Educator and a Certified Master Athletic Administrator with 40 + years of success as a teacher, a Head Coach, and as an AD.  Recently Retired as the Director of Athletic Enrichment at The Maclay School, an independent college prep school in Tallahassee, Florida and also served as the 2020-21 President of the Florida Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association. In June o...
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The 4D Leaders Show#54 Sherri Coale: How can become leaders who inspire greatness in others?In episode 54 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Hall of Fame coach Sherri Coale For the past 25 years, Sherri Coale has served as the head women’s basketball coach at the University of Oklahoma where she is the winningest coach in OU history.  She built a powerhouse program in Norman that appeared in 19 straight NCAA tournaments and competed in three Final Fours. Sherri Coale is a member of the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame, the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame, the Oklahoma Christi...
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The 4D Leaders Show#53 Jared Hunt: How do you build a great sports program? In episode 53 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Little River Academy Athletic Director Jared Hunt Jared Hunt is the Athletic Director at Academy ISD, in Little River, Texas.  Prior to joining Academy ISD, he served as the Recruiting Coordinator/Assistant Director of High School Relations at the University of Arkansas as well as Southern Methodist University (SMU). He is married to Krystan and they have 2 daughters. The core principles of his program are: Accountability – We do what we say we will do. Energy and...
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The 4D Leaders Show#52 Daniel Ponce De Leon: Why does faith matter in our most challenging moments?In episode 52 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by author and MLB pitcher Daniel Ponce De Leon Daniel Ponce de Leon's hard-fought journey to Major League Baseball and recovery from a near-death injury, followed by his astonishing big league debut, will inspire readers to trust God in all circumstances. ​ ​The path you take to achieving your dreams is not always easy. Daniel Ponce de Leon, an acclaimed pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, overcame many challenges to get to the Major Leagues. Drafted four times, he spent a long four...
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The 4D Leaders Show#51 Steven Yurchick: How do we teach resilience using youth sports?In episode 51 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by author and coach Steve Yurchick Steve’s playing experience at the college and professional level led him into a career in athletics. His roles as a student-athlete, coach, and administrator have helped him gain experience in data evaluation, recruiting, strength and conditioning, fundraising, academic support, and program development. The variety of disciplines he applied to his professional career were directly learned through the foundations of sport. Specialties: Teaching and instruction, program coordination, technical and creative writing, sponsorship development, scheduling, media relations, communication, an...
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The 4D Leaders Show#50 Kim Brady: How do we create a future we desire?In this episode, Jason and Jim talk with Kim Brady on how we can create the future we desire! So many of us settle for safety, instead of going for what we truly desire in life. Kim is going to share with us some insights on how we can start living out our desires everyday! Kim Brady is the founder and business coach behind Kim Brady Business Coaching (www.kimbradybusinesscoaching.com). She helps former athletes to leverage their athletic experiences and philosophies to become champions on the business playing field. Her area of expertise is...
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The 4D Leaders Show#49 Matthew Raidbard: How do you lead like a pro?In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Matthew Raidbard to discuss how you lead like a pro Matthew Raidbard is the author of the new book, Lead Like a Pro.  He is also the Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director for Administration, Compliance, and Student-Athlete Success at the University of Hartford. Matthew was previously a college basketball coach for more than a decade. After graduating from Indiana University, his first college basketball coaching job was at Western New Mexico University.  After leaving Western New Mexico, Matthew served as a men’s basketball coac...
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The 4D Leaders Show#48 Billy Brimblecom: How do you turn your toughest burdens into your greatest blessings?In episode 48 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Billy Brimblecom JR to discuss how you turn your toughest trial into your greatest triumph. Billy has been the Executive Director of Steps of Faith Foundation since 2013. Billy understands first-hand the emotional and physical challenges that come with losing a limb.  As an amputee himself, his life's joy is helping other amputees move forward. Billy lost his left leg to Ewings Sarcoma in 2005.  As a life-long musician, this could have been devastating to his career. Still young and active, he needed a prosthesis that wo...
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The 4D Leaders Show#47 Reggie Walker: How do we win the game within the game?In episode 47 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by author and former NFL player Reggie Walker Reggie Walker grew up a military brat.  Had the blessing of living in situations where he was a minority, part of the majority population, situations where he had money, and situations where he was so poor he had to get food from the church.  All of these different circumstances aided in creating a very unique perspective in taking on the world. Also, from the age of 4 to 12 he experienced getting molested by a family friend.  Gro...
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The 4D Leaders Show#46 Larry Long: What can we do to discover our gifts?Jason and Jim are joined by Larry Long in this episode to share with us the importance of finding the gift you have been given and bringing it to the world! Larry Long Jr is the Founder and CEO (Chief Energy Officer) of LLJR Enterprises, which focuses on sales motivation & inspiration, as well as coaching. He is the host of the weekly ‘Midweek Midday Motivational Minute’, and also Co-Founder and Lead Instructor of The Sales Allies, an online sales training course and supportive community designed to uplift the sales community. As a former college athlete (Go T...
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The 4D Leaders Show#45 Dave Steckel: Why is positive leadership so powerful?In Episode 45 of the Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Dave Steckel to talk about why positive leadership is so powerful. Dave is a college football coach and the author of The Fisherman. He was the defensive coordinator at Mizzou and the head coach at Missouri State. The Fisherman teaches important leadership lessons through the unlikely friendship between a coach and a mysterious mentor who reveals ten traits vital to any effective leader. Coach Steckel's 36 years as a football coach provides a unique insight into how to succeed on the football field and everyday...
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The 4D Leaders Show#44 Chris Meyer: How can we use basketball to teach about life?In Episode 44 of the Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by author Chris Meyer. Chris is the author of Four Months...And A Lifetime. The book is the touching true story of a father who coached his son’s basketball team from kindergarten through eighth grade, a remarkable nine-year journey with the same boys. Their final march to the eighth-grade season Championship is interspersed with the author’s own journey of falling in love with basketball in early-seventies New York, filled with anecdotes of Dr. J, sneaking into Duke’s Cameron Indoor Stadium, and playing pickup in Larry...
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The 4D Leaders Show#43 Sejal Thakkar: What is the right H.A.T to wear in order to expose our unconscious biases?In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Sejal Thakkar to discuss the pain, power, and paradox of bias and how we can uncover them by wearing the right H.A.T. Sejal Thakkar is founder and Chief Civility Officer of TrainXtra. As Sejal grew up in a suburb of Chicago, Sejal fought hatred and discrimination on a regular basis. She refused to allow ignorance, insensitivity, and the bullying conduct of others impact her inner “ninja”. Armed with knowledge she gained from these experiences, Sejal teaches that harassment will not stop on its own – it’s up to al...
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The 4D Leaders Show#42 Chris Young: Why is it so important to run your own race?In this episode, Jason and Jim talk with Chris Young about building great culture within a program, prioritizing character development in a sports program, and teaching their players the importance of not comparing themselves to others. Chris Young is the director of tennis and the head women’s tennis coach at Oklahoma State University. In 11 years leading the women’s program, he’s turned it into a national power, highlighted by a national runner-up finish in 2016. He was unanimously chosen as the Big 12 Coach of the Year that same season. #podcast #tennis #lifeskills #4d #4dathletes #OKstat...
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The 4D Leaders Show#41 Natalie Hummel: How can sports transform lives?In this episode, Jason and Johnathan discuss with Natalie Hummel on not just the importance of playing sports but also learning life skills through sports. Natalie is super passionate about giving all kids the same opportunities to play sports that she had growing up. Imagining a world without kids in sports drives her passion for launching Every Kid Sports higher. Natalie brings more than 25 years experience of coaching, leading, and consulting a wide-spectrum of CEOs and Senior Executives ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurial start-ups to her work here at KIDS in the GAME. For several...
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The 4D Leaders Show#40 Larry Gelwix: How does winning outside of sports translate to winning within sports?In this episode, Jim and Jason are talking about how winning out of sports translates to more wins in sports with Larry Gelwix. Larry Gelwix served as the volunteer Head Coach of the Highland Rugby team for 36 years. The team’s success and varsity record of 418 wins and just 10 loses, including 20 national championships, caught the attention of Hollywood which produced a major motion picture, “Forever Strong”, which tells the true life story of Coach Gelwix and the Highland team. Gelwix was also the subject of a documentary entitled, “Larry Gelwix: No Regrets”, which won an Emmy Award for “Best Documentary” and has aired...
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The 4D Leaders Show#38 Bill Brandmeyer: How can we use the power of sports to make a positive difference?In this episode, Jim and Jason talk with Bill Brandmeyer about the power of sports and the difference sports can make in this world. Bill Brandmeyer is the Founder of ShareWaves. ShareWaves is a 501c3 tax-exempt public charity, sharing our exclusive access to Union Broadcasting’s airwaves to advocate for youth sports participation and lend our support to youth organizations that use sports to connect with kids and impact young lives. We want to promote sports participation, encourage the development of life-skills, provide financial aid, and level the playing field for all. We are excited about the fu...
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The 4D Leaders Show#37 Shayamal Vallabhjee: What are the peak performance secrets to become a winner both in sports and in life?In this episode, Jason and Johnathan Flowers talk about how our minds can be our best friend, but they can also be our worst enemy. Shayamal Vallabhjee joins them on the show this week as they discuss peak performance, mental fitness, and what it takes to get in the zone. Shayamal Vallabhjee is a South African Sports Scientist & a Performance Coach with 18 years experience in High Performance Sporting environments. He is also the author of four books on Sports Science & Motivation, a TEDx speaker, recipient of the INK & Australia India Youth Dialogue Fellowship, Men’s Health ‘Trainer of t...
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The 4D Leaders Show#36 Bobby Ballesteros: How do we take care of our feet properly and why does it matter?In this episode Jim and Jason are joined by Bobby Ballesteros who’s niche is taking care of the body naturally. Bobby has been serving Kansas City for about 20 years as a pedorthist. As a pedorthist, he is a lower extremity specialist.  He makes custom correctional and accommodative orthotics for anyone on their feet that need assistance in correcting and or relieving aches and pains contributed to by the feet. He is also a master fitter in compression garments.  He has fit individuals with venous issues,  circulatory problems,  burn victims,  diabetes and cancer patients.  He has been able to...
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The 4D Leaders Show#33 Kate Eckman: How do we master the inner game of life?In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Kate Eckman. Kate is a former college swimmer at Penn State University. She is the author of, The Full Spirit Workout: A 10-Step System to Shed Your Self-Doubt, Strengthen Your Spiritual Core, and Create a Fun & Fulfilling Life, (New World Library, April 27th, 2021). She empowers high-achieving individuals to actualize their full potential. She leverages her experience as a well-known communications, performance and mindfulness expert, accomplished entrepreneur, and elite athlete to equip leaders with the tools, methodology, and energetic boost they need to excel at the game of life.
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The 4D Leaders Show#32 Dana Cavalea: What are the habits that develop champions?In this episode of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jim and Jason talk with Dana Cavalea about the habits that make champions! Coach Dana is the former Director of Strength & Conditioning and Performance for the New York Yankees. He led the team to a World Championship in 2009. That same year he was awarded the Nolan Ryan Award given to the top Strength & Performance Coach in Major League Baseball as voted by his peers. Coach is also the author of his new book, Habits of a Champion, Nobody Becomes a Champion By Accident. ...
2022-03-0951 minLiving On Purpose Podcast
Living On Purpose PodcastJason Holzer - CEO of 4D AthletesJason Holzer is a Health/Wellness Coach and Co-Founder of 4D Athletes. He seeks to develop confident, self-motivated, and empowered athletes through personal growth and teaches essential life skills by using the power of sports. SInce losing his father to suicide, Jason has been on a mission to help children and adults find out who they are and why their life matters.
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The 4D Leaders Show#31 Chris McSwain: How do we go beyond the buckets and build champions in life?In this episode Jim and Jason are joined by Beyond the Buckets podcast host Coach Chris McSwain. Chris ‘Coach’ McSwain is a super action figure! He is a real-world leader in motivating our youth to excel at life skills using a sports-minded educational approach. While working full-time in the corporate world as a sales/marketing pro, he followed his passion for basketball by creating ‘Top Flight Sports Academy’ in 2010. Top Flight is now the largest boys/girls club travel basketball program in Northern California, with 40 teams in 2019. He has assisted 150+ athletes achieve their goal of...
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The 4D Leaders Show#30 Ron “The Show” Hughley: How can we handle criticism in a healthy way?In this episode, Jim and Jason are discussing how to capture and engage an audience, handle social media critics, and produce thought provoking content. Ron "The Show" Hughley is a real sports fanatic. But don't expect him to just talk about sports. As a political junkie and pop-culture "know-it-all" you never know what The Show is going to talk about. A hometown guy, Ron is a true Kansas Citian. On any given day you can find him cheering on Kansas City's finest, including the Royals, Chiefs and his beloved Jayhawks. Ron is married to Courtney and they...
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The 4D Leaders Show#29 Freddy Sandoval: What are the steps to become Mentally Strong?In this episode, Jim and Jason are discussing why mental skills matter and how they play a role in your behavior and performance both in and out of sports.  Topics discussed:  What does it mean to be mentally strong and develop a mentally strong mentality?  How can we shift our perspective in a way that is beneficial for ourselves and others as well? Why is it so hard for us to make decisions?  How can we get confident in making decisions and standing by those decisions?  How do we...
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The 4D Leaders Show#28 Matt and Leslee Holliday: How can you use sports as a platform to share your faith?In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Matt and Leslee Holliday to dive  into faith, family and the importance of teamwork in all areas of life. Former MLB 7-time All Star and World Series Champion Matt Holliday and his wife Leslee have been married for 20 years. They have three sons, Jackson, Ethan, and Reed, and one daughter Gracyn Ivy. Matt played 15 years in the major leagues and their marriage has withstood all the travel and transitions that his career brought. Matt is currently coaching college baseball for Oklahoma State and Leslee is back in school w...
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The 4D Leaders Show#27 Scott Ferguson: How do we Level Up in life and in sports?Scott Ferguson: How do we Level Up in life and in sports? In this episode, Jason and Jim are joined by Navy Veteran Scott Ferguson to discuss how we level up not only in sports but more importantly in life. L. Scott Ferguson is the host of the Time To Shine Today Podcast. His mission is to NOT have ANYONE feel like they have NO-ONE.  Scott’s story was highly sought after by people in the entertainment business, which he was not ready to share until now. At Time To Shine Today Scott shares Knowledge Nug...
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The 4D Leaders Show#26 Jeff Meyer: How do we get in the zone and experience optimal peak states of performance?In this episode, Jim and Jason are discussing how to use your mind to access peak states and get in the zone Jeff Meyer is a peak performance flow coach. Jeff has worked with well-known professional and Olympic athletes to Fortune 500 and fortune 100 Executives, and Universities. Jeff trains individuals and teams to develop high-performance flow mindsets. Jeff spends his day working in the trenches of high-stakes environments with some of the best in the world training the mindset skills and practices essential to pursuing and revealing one's potential. He is the founder of...
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The 4D Leaders Show#25 Albert Zbily: How does a yellow ball bring the world together and build healthy relationships?In this episode, Jim and Jason are discussing the importance of building relationship bridges and how sports bring us together like nothing else in the world. Albert ZBILY is the founding president of the International Federation of Corporate Football (FIFCO), the world- governing body of the sport of corporate football (soccer). Putting working adults onto a soccer Field and encouraging a sound work-life balance is a life-long passion that Albert has embraced for over 10 years. Albert has successfully expanded the federation to 60 countries and to 2.5 million amateur players. Albert is a seasoned professional with over 20...
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The 4D Leaders Show#24 Chase Coffman: How do we build a strong work ethic, handle pressure and be consistent in order to find success?In this episode, Jim and Jason are diving into the importance of a strong work ethic, handling pressure, and why consistency is one of the main keys to being successful. We will also talk with Chase about how to balance accepting your role but also striving to become the best version of yourself even when things aren’t going as planned. Chase Coffman is a former American football tight end. He played college football for the University of Missouri, earned consensus All-American honors, and was recognized as the best college tight end in the country. He was ch...
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The 4D Leaders Show#23 Dr. David Meyer: How do we go from being injured to elite?In this episode, Jason and Jim are joined by Dr. David Meyer to discuss how to only bounce back from injury but be even better than you were before! David is a licensed Physical Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and former collegiate baseball player. He earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from New York University in 2012 where he gained sport specific clinical experience at several premier New York institutions including Columbia University. Following graduation, David had the fortunate opportunity to collaborate and work for the former President of the Sports Physical Therapy Section...
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The 4D Leaders Show#21 Dr. Jen Welter: How do we do what’s never been done?In this episode, Jason and Jim are joined by Dr. Jen Welter. Coach Jen Welter is best known as the first female to coach in the NFL as an assistant LBs Coach with The Arizona Cardinals. However, what most people don’t know, is that Coach Jen broke into men’s professional football as the first female to play running back in men’s pro football. From that experience with the Texas Revolution, Coach Jen started her coaching career as the LBs coach with the Revolution. Following the NFL, Welter became the Head Coach of the Fi...
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The 4D Leaders Show#19 Carolene Meli: Why does mentorship matter?In this episode, Jason and Jim are joined by Carolene Meli to talk about the power of experience, mentorship and being a leader that others want to follow. Carolene Méli is an Experience Strategist and Leadership Mentor helping businesses create exceptional experiences for their young employees through her leadership program ‘Better Your Leadership’ as well as private consulting. Her expertise stems from over 15 years in global events and entertainment predominantly working for Cirque du Soleil where she ran VIP experience teams across 17 different countries. She also ran the entertainment department on a cruise ship and w...
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The 4D Leaders Show#18 Robin Dreeke: How do we learn to trust others and ourselves?In episode 18 of the 4D Athletes podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Robin Dreeke to talk about the significance of trust. Robin is a best-selling author, professional speaker, trainer, facilitator, and retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program. Robin has taken his life's work of recruiting spies and broken down the art of leadership, communication, and relationship building into Five Steps to TRUST and Six Signs of who you can TRUST. Since 2010, Robin has been working with large corporations as well as small companies in every aspect of their business. Whether...
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The 4D Leaders Show#13 Chip Baker: How do we define success and what does it mean to stay positive?Chip Baker: How do we define success and what does it mean to stay positive? In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Chip Baker,to talk about how we should define success and what it means to stay positive regardless of the circumstances. Chip Baker is a Teacher/Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and Life Coach. He has a series on his youtube channel "Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles" where he talks with people about their path to success. He shares the stories for inspiration and motivation. Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @chipbakertsc
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The 4D Leaders Show#10 Josh Kozuch: How do we coach our thoughts and set up our mind for success?This episode is about the importance of setting your mind up for success.  How do you coach your thoughts and train your brain to think in a way that will lead to positivity and personal success In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Josh Kozuch, mental performance coach for the Tampa Bay Rays. Josh played college baseball (Catcher) at Oakland University and Saginaw Valley State University (both in Michigan). Then he went to Barry University in Miami, FL where he got my Masters in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology His coaching career started a...
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The 4D Leaders Show#8 Sha Sparks: How do we overcome our fears?This episode is about fear, what it is and how to overcome it.  We dive into what it means to replace thoughts like “I don’t have a choice” and be proactive in life to find your purpose and passion In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Sha Sparks. Growing up with a father who was unwillfully drafted in the Army to serve time in Korea, Shā Sparks, inherited her father’s “I don’t have a choice” mindset. Later she realized she did have a choice and overcame abuse, addiction, depression, anger, low self-worth...
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The 4D Leaders Show#7 Adam Rosales: Why is it important to be detail oriented and a lifelong learner?This episode is about the importance of being detail oriented and being a life-long learner.  How doing the little things consistently well stacks up to greater success and the importance of being open minded In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Adam Rosales. Adam Rosales played over ten years of Major League Baseball, and played for multiple teams including the Cincinnati Reds, Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Cleveland Indians.  Adam is also the founder of Baseballutility.com Adam was presented the Heart and Hustle award after his rookie ye...
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The 4D Leaders Show#5 Aundrey Wright: How do we work together and navigate difficult times both in and out of sports?This episode will teach us to help players, parents, and coaches be able to navigate through challenging times they face.  Getting a team of individuals with different ethnic backgrounds working together for a common goal and supporting each other in the process.  We will also learn about effective strategies to put you in a better position to earn a college athletic scholarship. In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by coach Aundrey Wright who is a basketball coach at Cathedral High School and Indy Heat EYBL team. Before that he was a college coach coaching at th...
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The 4D Leaders Show#4 Chris Stathos: How do we build a great personal brand?This episode is about what it takes to build your personal brand and how that can help you build out a successful career in any professional. Chris Stathos is the Manager of Partnership Development for the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs. Now in his seventh season with the team, Chris’ main responsibilities revolve around building new, strategic brand partnerships for the Chiefs. Born in Kansas City but raised in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, Chris returned to the metro in 2010 to attend William Jewell College, where he majored in Business Administration. While at Jewell, Ch...
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The 4D Leaders Show#3 Karen Moyer: How do we create meaningful relationships both in and out of sports?This episode is about what it takes to create authentic and loving relationships through the power of sports. We talk about some of the universal principles that successful relationships have in common that create significant impact in the lives of others In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Karen Moyer. She has always been a hopeful entrepreneur, a tireless philanthropist/national advocate for children and yet what she loves most of all is being a mother of 8. Her hope is that her children learn from her that they have to find their passion, that they...
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The 4D Leaders Show#2 Joel Goldberg: How do you build a winning culture?This episode is about what it takes to build a winning culture regardless of your situation. We talk about some of the universal principles that successful organizations implement that produce positive results and impactful people In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Joel Goldberg. Joel has been on the Royals broadcast team since 2008 serving as the host of the Royals Live pregame and postgame shows on FOX Sports Kansas City. Goldberg also provides reports throughout FOX Sports Kansas City’s game coverage and has handled play-by-play for select Royals spring training telecasts. During the offseason, he...
2022-02-0850 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders Show#1 Max Lefevre: How do you go after your dreams?This episode is about what it takes to get where you truly want to go regardless of where you are from, your age, or your past experiences. It's about truly learning the essential life skills and believing that anything is possible and you can be successful with the right mindset. In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by coach Max Lefevre who is the Head Video Coordinator/Player Development Associate with Minnesota Timberwolves. Before that he was under coach Chris Beard as Director of Player Development at Texas Tech where they made it all the way to the...
2022-02-0840 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowRandall Thompson and the Power of Entrusting OthersIn this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Randall Thompson who is the founder of Dugout Mugs. Learn the power of believing in yourself and entrusting others as Randall shares his story and some of the life lessons he has learned along his journey through baseball and entrepreneurship. Randall started playing the game of baseball at 5 years old and eventually got paid to play thanks to the Toronto Blue Jays. From a very young age, he always had two unexplainable loves: baseball and being creative. Filled with concepts and ideas (some better than others) he eventually...
2021-08-0646 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowBill Brandmeyer and the Power of SportsIn this episode, Jim and Jason talk with Bill Brandmeyer about the power of sports and the difference sports can make in this world. Bill Brandmeyer is the Founder of ShareWaves. ShareWaves is a 501c3 tax-exempt public charity, sharing our exclusive access to Union Broadcasting’s airwaves to advocate for youth sports participation and lend our support to youth organizations that use sports to connect with kids and impact young lives. We want to promote sports participation, encourage the development of life-skills, provide financial aid, and level the playing field for all. We are excited about the fu...
2021-08-0654 minThe 4D Leaders Show
The 4D Leaders ShowShayamal Vallajbhee and Developing an Elite MindsetIn this episode, Jason and Johnathan Flowers talk about how our minds can be our best friend, but they can also be our worst enemy. Shayamal Vallabhjee joins them on the show this week as they discuss peak performance, mental fitness, and what it takes to get in the zone. Shayamal Vallabhjee is a South African Sports Scientist & a Performance Coach with 18 years experience in High Performance Sporting environments. He is also the author of four books on Sports Science & Motivation, a TEDx speaker, recipient of the INK & Australia India Youth Dialogue Fellowship, Men’s...
2021-08-0355 min