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Intersect: Where Church Meets CultureYouTube Season 7, Ep. 07 — “Take Back the Game…” Are We Ruining Kids Sports? A Book Review"Take Back the Game..." Are We Ruining Kids Sports? A Book Review — Season 7 Episode 7
Josh and Betsy tackle the issue of kids' sports in America. How should Christians navigate the challenging waters of youth sports? This episode is a book review of Linda Flanagan’s 2022 book, "Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids’ Sports—and Why It Matters". So, grab your Gatorade bottle and your thinking cap and enjoy the latest from Intersect.
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Intersect Podcast is a ministry...2025-05-0932 min
We Can Do Hard ThingsLet Kids Play: Fixing Youth Sports with Linda Flanagan406. Let Kids Play: Fixing Youth Sports with Linda Flanagan
Why have youth sports become a pressure cooker of competition, money, and burnout instead of fun, growth, and play? Journalist and author Linda Flanagan joins us to break down:
-The three biggest reasons kids' sports have changed for the worse—and what we can do about it.-How parents can rethink their role on the sidelines, engage with coaches, and set healthy boundaries.-Why specializing in one sport too early can actually hurt long-term athletic success.-The hidden consequences of linking kids' self-worth to their performance....2025-04-291h 27
The Rich Life PodcastTake Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports with Linda FlanaganConnect with Us: Join our Investment Community over over 14,000: https://thewealthelevator.com/clubFor Holistic Wellness and Performance Coaching: connect with Dr. Po at drpowu.comIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of youth sports with guest Linda Flanagan, author of 'Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports and Why It Matters.' We explore how the pressures of competitive sports impact children and their families, discuss the costs associated with club teams, and challenge the concept of 'grit' in youth sports. Linda shares...2025-04-1027 min
Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica HochmanEp 176: Rethinking Youth Sports: Can we lessen the pressure and make it more fun? with Linda Flanagan Author of Taking Back the GameSend us a textIn this conversation, Linda H Flanagan and Jessica Hochman explore the complexities of youth sports today, discussing the pressures faced by young athletes, advocating for a more balanced approach to youth athletics. We discuss the importance of exercise, the risks of early specialization, and the mental health implications of competitive sports. The discussion emphasizes the need for free play, the debunking of myths surrounding sports and character building, and the design of an ideal sports curriculum that prioritizes enjoyment and well-being over competition. A really important conversation, especially for parents who have children...2025-03-1745 min
Youth Culture Today with Walt MuellerParents and Youth SportsIf you’ve got kids who play youth sports, and that’s true for the majority of parents these days, I want to share with you some words from Linda Flanagan in her excellent book, “Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids’ Sports, and Why It Matters.” Flanagan writes, “Travis Dorsch heads a team at Utah State University that looks at how spending on sports affects families. His research found that the more money parents devote to a child’s sport, the less the child enjoys it, and the more pressure he or she feels. At the same ti...2025-03-1001 min
Family Brand: Take Back Your Family212. When to STOP Showing Up to All Your Kid’s Stuff? (Spots, Events, Etc.)Hey Family Brand crew! Today, we’re tackling a topic that might stir up some conversation—when should you stop showing up to all of your kid’s activities? As parents, we want to support our children and be there for them, but at what point does showing up to everything start to impact our time, energy, and even our family’s well-being? This is something Chris and I have been navigating lately, and I wanted to bring this conversation to the podcast so we can all reflect on it together. We’ve always been a family that value...2025-02-1413 min
ILOVETOWATCHYOUPLAY.COMThe Coaching Wisdom Every Sports Parent and Coach Needs – A Conversation with Greg BergeThe Coaching Wisdom Every Sports Parent and Coach Needs – A Conversation with Greg Berge
The Coaching Wisdom Every Sports Parent and Coach Needs – A Conversation with Greg Berge. How do you build a winning team culture? What’s the biggest mistake parents make in youth sports? And why do some of the best players never start?
In this episode, I sit down with Greg Berge—a highly respected high school coach, principal, and leadership expert—who shares game-changing advice for coaches, parents, and athletes.
Greg has spent decades coaching and leading teams, and his insights on coaching philosophy, youth sports culture, a...2025-01-3048 minILOVETOWATCHYOUPLAY.COMBreaking Through Fear and Perfectionism in Youth Sports, with Rebecca SmithBreaking Through Fear and Perfectionism in Youth Sports, with Rebecca Smith. Why do some kids freeze in sports while others thrive under pressure?
Breaking Through Fear and Perfectionism in Youth Sports. In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca Smith, founder of Complete Performance Coaching and Perform Happy, to discuss the hidden mental struggles of young athletes. A former gymnast who battled fear and self-doubt, Rebecca now helps athletes break through mental blocks, manage pressure, and regain confidence in their sport.
We cover:
Why fear—not lack of effort—is often the real reason kids struggle
How parents may be addi...2025-01-2445 min
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast1KHO 414: Kids Need More Unsupervised Time | Linda Flanagan, Take Back the GameIn her second appearance on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Linda Flanagan, author of Take Back the Game, dives into the critical topic of giving kids the freedom they need to grow. Linda and Ginny Yurich discuss how the pressures of modern youth sports and adult-driven parenting can unintentionally rob children of the unsupervised time essential for creativity, confidence, and resilience. They explore how this over-structured lifestyle impacts not only kids but entire families, often presenting adulthood as a joyless grind instead of a vibrant destination.This thought-provoking episode invites parents to step back and reconsider what truly...2025-01-151h 00ILOVETOWATCHYOUPLAY.COMTake Back the Game: Restoring Joy in Youth Sports With Linda FlanaganTake Back the Game: Restoring Joy in Youth Sports With Linda Flanagan
Take Back the Game: Restoring Joy in Youth Sports. What if the very thing you thought would set your child up for success is actually causing more harm than good? Today, we’re diving into the world of youth sports with Linda Flanagan, a journalist, coach, and author of Take Back the Game. Linda unpacks how the youth sports industry plays on parents’ fears, pushing competition and pressure at the expense of what sports are truly about—character, connection, and joy.
We’ll explore the seismic shift from kid-driv...2025-01-061h 10
Startup DadThe Best of Startup Dad 2024 - Scott Belsky, Nir Eyal, Tod Francis, Immad Akhund, Siqi Chen & more!Today I’m releasing the best of Startup Dad from 2024! Across over 50 hours of conversations, hundreds of topics, and approaching 100 Dads (and Moms) I’ve covered a lot. In this episode you’ll hear from dozens of executives and founders like Scott Belsky of Adobe, Immad Akhund from Mercury, Siqi Chen from Runway, Chris Miller from Hubspot, Lane Shackleton from Coda and Adam Nash from Daffy. You’ll also hear best-selling authors and experts like Sean Ellis, Nir Eyal, Linda Flanagan and “Dad Brain” expert Darby Saxby alongside some lesser-known founders and solopreneurs who are making it work or sometimes ju...2024-12-193h 41
Startup DadThe Best of Startup Dad 2024 - Scott Belsky, Nir Eyal, Tod Francis, Immad Akhund, Siqi Chen & more!Today I’m releasing the best of Startup Dad from 2024! Across over 50 hours of conversations, hundreds of topics, and approaching 100 Dads (and Moms) I’ve covered a lot. In this episode you’ll hear from dozens of executives and founders like Scott Belsky of Adobe, Immad Akhund from Mercury, Siqi Chen from Runway, Chris Miller from Hubspot, Lane Shackleton from Coda and Adam Nash from Daffy. You’ll also hear best-selling authors and experts like Sean Ellis, Nir Eyal, Linda Flanagan and “Dad Brain” expert Darby Saxby alongside some lesser-known founders and solopreneurs who are making it work or sometimes ju...2024-12-193h 41
Maybe Running Will Help?Finding Joy in the Journey: Linda Flanagan on the Lifelong Impact of SportsIn this episode of Maybe Running Will Help, Nicky sits down with Linda Flanagan, a former high school running coach, author, and lifelong athlete. Linda shares her personal journey with sports, from her early love of running to how it shaped her career and family life. Together, they explore the value of sports beyond competition, touching on the mental, emotional, and social benefits that come from simply enjoying the movement. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just getting started, this conversation is sure to leave you inspired.
This episode is brought to you by...2024-09-131h 04
Startup DadWhat's So Great About The 'Pee Pee Tee Pee' (and other important advice) | Kyle Lacy (Dad of 2, Jellyfish)Kyle Lacy is the Chief Marketing Officer of Jellyfish—a platform that helps developers make data-backed decisions on resource investments. Across two decades he has built companies like Lessonly, Openview, Salesforce and ExactTarget. He’s also a husband and the father of two kids. In our conversation today we discussed:* Managing work, life and parenting appropriately* Handling stress across the different facets of your life* Dispelling the myth about separation of ‘church and state’ between family and work* Learning how to put your kids before yourself* The role of nature v...2024-09-1257 min
Startup DadWhat's So Great About The 'Pee Pee Tee Pee' (and other important advice) | Kyle Lacy (Dad of 2, Jellyfish)Kyle Lacy is the Chief Marketing Officer of Jellyfish—a platform that helps developers make data-backed decisions on resource investments. Across two decades he has built companies like Lessonly, Openview, Salesforce and ExactTarget. He’s also a husband and the father of two kids. In our conversation today we discussed:* Managing work, life and parenting appropriately* Handling stress across the different facets of your life* Dispelling the myth about separation of ‘church and state’ between family and work* Learning how to put your kids before yourself* The role of nature v...2024-09-1257 min
Startup DadMoney And Mania Are Ruining Kids Sports - And What To Do About It | Linda Flanagan (Mom of 3, Author, Journalist, Coach)Linda Flanagan is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. She is the author of numerous articles on youth sports and the book Take Back The Game - How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids Sports—And Why It Matters. She is a founding board member of the NYC chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance and her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Runner’s World and NPR’s Mindshift. In addition to being a lifelong athlete she’s also the mother of three grown children. In our conversation today we discussed:* The inspiration behind T...2024-08-2259 min
Startup DadMoney And Mania Are Ruining Kids Sports - And What To Do About It | Linda Flanagan (Mom of 3, Author, Journalist, Coach)Linda Flanagan is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. She is the author of numerous articles on youth sports and the book Take Back The Game - How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids Sports—And Why It Matters. She is a founding board member of the NYC chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance and her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Runner’s World and NPR’s Mindshift. In addition to being a lifelong athlete she’s also the mother of three grown children. In our conversation today we discussed:* The inspiration behind T...2024-08-2259 min
Youth $ports"I'll Never Be THAT Parent..."Episode 8: Linda Flanagan (Author/Researcher, Take Back the Game)
- Author of Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports-- And Why it Matters
- Sports used to have a different, less central role in family life
- Obesity problems in America... sports are linked to better outcomes in life. So why are we making them more expensive and LESS accessible?
- Pay to play is shutting out potentially great players.
- 3 major cultural shifts that have caused drastic changes in youth sports: Decline in pu...2024-08-0750 minYouth Culture Today with Walt MuellerParents and Youth SportsIf you’ve got kids who play youth sports, and that’s true for the majority of parents these days, I want to share with you some words from Linda Flanagan in her excellent book, “Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids’ Sports, and Why It Matters.” Flanagan writes, “Travis Dorsch heads a team at Utah State University that looks at how spending on sports affects families. His research found that the more money parents devote to a child’s sport, the less the child enjoys it, and the more pressure he or she feels. At the same ti...2024-08-0701 min
Bald, Blind, and BuddiesYou can't spell "Ha! Sir," without Harris.We address Vice-President Harris’s candidacy, play the “design a president” game, and see if she checks the boxes. We review the relief she is bringing, while acknowledging her speaking style and difficulty retaining staff. We speculate on her confidence or its absence. Plus, a note from our sponsors and statesmen as whack-jobs and heroes.Mentioned in this podcast:“‘Bullying’ leaves Kamala Harris without a top team for White House bid.” in The TelegraphInto the Wild by John KrakauerTaking back the game by Linda FlanaganSee also...2024-07-2937 min
The Ezra Klein ShowTrump’s Bold Vision for America: Higher Prices!Donald Trump has made inflation a central part of his campaign message. At his rallies, he rails against “the Biden inflation tax” and “crooked Joe’s inflation nightmare,” and promises that in a second Trump term, “inflation will be in full retreat.”But if you look at Trump’s actual policies, that wouldn’t be the case at all. Trump has a bold, ambitious agenda to make prices much, much higher. He’s proposing a 10 percent tariff on imported goods, and a 60 percent tariff on products from China. He wants to deport huge numbers of immigrants. And he’s made it clear t...2024-06-211h 32
The Economics of Everyday Things52. Little LeagueYouth baseball — long a widely accessible American pastime — has become overrun by $10,000-per-year, for-profit travel leagues. Zachary Crockett peers inside the dugout. SOURCES:Linda Flanagan, author.Nick Mackenzie, future New York Yankees shortstop.R.J. Mackenzie, physical education teacher and baseball dad.John Miller, journalist and baseball coach. RESOURCES:"The Cost of Youth Baseball Is Getting Absurd," by Adam Minter (Bloomberg, 2024)."Perfect Game Sees Prosperity Thanks To New Investments In Youth Sports," by Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr. (Forbes, 2024)."How America Sold Out Little League Baseball," by John W. Miller (America Magazine, 2022)."In Youth Sports, Talent...2024-06-1721 minYouth Culture Today with Walt MuellerYouth Sports as IdolEarlier this morning, I went online and purchased a book with a title that grabbed my attention. The book is Linda Flanagan’s “Back in the Game: How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids’ Sports – and Why It Matters.” While I have yet to read the book, the overview describes how Flanagan lists some ways that this frenzy and obsession is changing things for kids and our families, and not for the better. Kids are being funneled into specializing year-round in one sport. The risk of physical injury and mental health problems increases. Coaches and parents are engaging in egregious...2024-06-1001 min
Motherhood UnstressedPrime Your Training and Your Life: A Deep Dive with 'Good for a Girl' Author + Elite Runner Lauren FleshmanMy guest today is none other than Lauren Fleshman, a former elite distance runner turned dedicated coach and author. Lauren's latest book, "Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World," has been making waves since its release in paperback, shedding light on the unique struggles faced by female athletes and advocating for change in how we support and train them. In this episode, we'll dive deep into Lauren's journey as a runner, her experiences as a major figure in women's running for Nike, and her insights on female physiology and disordered eating and he...2024-03-1731 min
The SpeakeasyKids Need to be Outside & Why School Stopped Making Sense | Ginny YurichThe creator of 1000 Hours Outside, Ginny Yurich joins Blake to share her personal journey as a mom, struggling with the challenges of parenting and feeling lost in the early years. The turning point comes when a friend introduces the idea of spending four to six hours outside whenever the weather is tolerable, leading to transformative experiences for both the mom and her kids. The conversation explores the impact of outdoor time on children's development, challenging societal norms around education, and the importance of individualized learning approaches. Join them as they emphasize the value of prioritizing outdoor activities for children's...2024-01-311h 02
The Bear and the BallTake Back the GameLINDA FLANAGAN is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. A graduate of Lehigh University, Flanagan holds master's degrees from Oxford University and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and was an analyst for the National Security Program at Harvard University. She is a founding board member of the New York City chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance.On this episode of Cal South's "The Bear and the Ball," Nick and Linda go deep into how we can make youth sports fun, and take out the all-consuming pressure of trying to get to t...2023-12-1932 minThe Bear and the BallTake Back the GameLINDA FLANAGAN is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. A graduate of Lehigh University, Flanagan holds master's degrees from Oxford University and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and was an analyst for the National Security Program at Harvard University. She is a founding board member of the New York City chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance. On this episode of Cal South's "The Bear and the Ball," Nick and Linda go deep into how we can make youth sports fun, and take out the all-consuming pressure of trying to get to t...2023-12-1932 min
Get Outside With KidsCelebrating our favourite guests, stories, and fails!As we approach our 100th episode, we reflect on the top 10 episodes (OK it’s actually 11, but who’s counting) from our show. We share the guests that we think about the most, and the stories that have really stuck with us. So many laughs, so many stories, so many fails!
Episodes we mentioned in this episode:
Ep: 75: Trekking to Everest base camp with 4 year old twins, with Tyson and Shannon from Restless Crusade
Ep 53: How our obsession with kids’ sport has become serious business, with Linda Flanagan, author of Take Back the Game
Ep 45: Why movement...2023-11-3024 min
Speaking of Teens#85: Can Parents Learn to Let Kids and Teens Have Their Sports Back? (with Linda Flanagan)Do you have an athlete at home? A soccer player? Hockey player? Runner? Maybe your kid’s not into sports or maybe it’s not been their thing yet. Whatever the case, you’ll want to hear my conversation with Linda Flanagan, author of Take Back The Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids’ Sports - and Why it Matters. The youth sports industry is worth over $19 billion dollars and counting (that’s up 90% since 2010!) What’s going on? Why, by age 13, have 70% of kids given up on sports altogether? Hint: because we’ve taken all the fun out of it and...2023-11-1456 min
Réalisé Sans TrucageMartin Scorsese, Une Année Difficile, La Maison Usher & Linda veut du poulet !Le capitalisme génocidaire dans Killers of the Flower Moon de Martin Scorsese, le capitalisme méprisant dans Une année difficile de Éric Toledano et Olivier Nakache, sans oublier le capitalisme démoniaque dans La chute de la maison Usher de Mike Flanagan : tel est notre programme de la semaine ! Avec en prime deux sorties plus confidentielles mais néanmoins passionnantes : Linda veut du poulet ! de Chiara Malta et Sébastien Laudenbach, et Anselm (le Bruit du Temps) de Wim Wenders.Côté actus, il sera question de la retraite bien méritée de l'acteur br...2023-10-201h 59
The Positive Sports ReportThe Positive Sports Reports - Season 2 Ep. 3 - October 2023This episode features an interview with the author of Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports - and Why It Matters, Linda Flanagan, and information on the Coaching With Empathy workshop from Positive Coaching Alliance. Instagram @thepositivesportsreport2023-10-0139 min
Hub PodcastsHub Dialogues: Kristina Kokorelias and Ashley Flanagan on Long-Term CareThis special episode of Hub Dialogues features the winners of the Hunter Prize for Public Policy Kristina Kokorelias and Ashley Flanagan, colleagues at the Toronto Metropolitan University's National Institute on Ageing, about their winning essay, Bringing Long-Term Care Home. The Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large, Sean Speer, in conversation with leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers on the issues and challenges that will shape Canada's future at home and abroad. The episodes are generously supported by The Ira Gluskin And Maxine Granovsky Gluskin Charitable Foundation and the Linda Frum and Howard Sokolowski Charitable Foundation. 2023-09-2930 min
The Art and Science of Developing AthletesLinda Flanagan | Money and Media in Youth SportsIn this episode of the Art and Science of Developing Athletes, guest host and Chair of the UF Department of Sport Management, George Cunningham, talks with Linda Flanagan, a freelance journalist, researcher, former cross country and track coach, and author of the book "Take Back the Game." Linda shares her lifelong journey as an athlete, starting from organized sports to her present-day 20-mile weekly running routine. Drawing from her experiences as a coach, she discusses the state of youth sports and the pressure on kids to specialize early due to the monetization of the industry. Linda highlights the importance...2023-08-2835 min
In Search of SovereigntyRedefining Childhood with Nature Play with Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours OutsideIn this captivating conversation, Ginny Yurich, a mom of five, podcast host, author, speaker, and founder of 1000 Hours Outside shares her remarkable journey towards redefining childhood through nature play. She introduces us to the revolutionary concept of spending 1000 hours outside each year, a movement inspired by Charlotte Mason's insights and backed by solid research.Whether you're a seasoned nature enthusiast or new to the idea of spending more time outdoors, this episode will inspire you to rethink how your family engages with the world. Join us in rediscovering the joy of outdoor play!Chapters:00:00:00...2023-08-2548 min
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ON BOYS PodcastRaising Empowered Athletes w Kirsten JonesRaising Empowered Athletes, by former D1 athlete Kirsten Jones, is the book parents need to navigate today’s youth sports culture.Kids do not need to begin formal sports instruction in preschool, and they don’t need to specialize in a single sport in order to succeed or excel, Kirsten says. In fact, she recommends that kids “try everything” — all kinds of active, physical pursuits, including dance and solo sports – up until age 14 or so. Before that, sports participation should focus on the 3Fs:FriendsFunFundamentalsParents should also resist FOMO, the fear of missing out. Even if other...2023-08-1051 min
The Youth Sports Parenting TribeLinda FlanaganLinda Flanagan is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. A graduate of Lehigh University, Flanagan holds master’s degrees from Oxford University and the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy and was an analyst for the National Security Program at Harvard University. She is a founding board member of the New York City chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance and a 2020–21 advisory group member for the Aspen Institute’s Reimagining School Sports initiative, and her writing on sports has appeared in The Atlantic, Runner’s World, and on NPR’s education site MindShift, where she is a regular...2023-07-1036 min
Revisionist HistoryThe Crisis in Girls’ Sports with Lauren Fleshman and Linda FlanaganIn a live conversation taped at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, Malcolm and his Martian friend consult athletes Linda Flanagan and Lauren Fleshman on how to level the proverbial playing field. What would they ban from youth sports: Coaches? Parents? Uniforms? Whatever it takes to bring the love of the game to everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-2555 minGet Outside With KidsFrom down under to a mountain top: moving to Canada and starting this podcast, with special guest Kate Le SouefThis week our cohost Kate Le Souef is in the hot seat! Following up from last week’s episode where we dived deep with Jen, this week we turn the tables as Jen interviews Kate.
You’ll hear all about Kate’s Australian childhood filled with beaches and spiders and sand dunes and hear why she moved to Vancouver.
Kate tells you why she started this podcast, how she knew almost nothing about the topic when the started, what the future looks like, and her number 1 dream guest (if you know this person, introduce us!)
Oth...2023-05-1832 minGet Outside With KidsThe episode that made us laugh and cry, with special guest Jennifer KolbucWe guarantee this episode will make you laugh and cry, because we’re going deep! Are you ready?
This week our special guest is our very own co-host Jennifer Kolbuc, interviewed by our other co-host Kate Le Souef. We are diving into Jen’s life as a kid, what she wants for her family, and her favourite parts of being a podcaster, as well as talking about an enormous event that rocked her childhood, and continues to impact her life as a parent.
If you’re new, or if you’ve been around here for a while...2023-05-1133 minGet Outside With KidsHow to achieve a huge hiking goal with kids and prioritize your family’s time together, with Stu and Dev from Next Family AdventuresOur guests this week completed an epic 100 hikes with their family in 2022! If you need inspiration to try hiking as a family, this is it.
When Stu and Dev moved with their four kids from Texas to Washington State in the US, they were determined to explore their new state. And explore they did! They’ve hiked their way around their new home and picked up so many great life lessons along the way. Tune in to hear:
How Stu and Dev motivate their kids to keep moving on the trail
Why having a big goal is...2023-04-0637 min
DrMomCastE3. Taking Back the Game, with author Linda FlanaganConversation with parent, coach and author Linda Flanagan and her recent book Take Back the Game - How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids' Sports - And Why It Matters.Her perspective as parent and coach resonated with us - what's supposed to be fun can be all too stressful, too. She talks with us not only about the pressures and issues that brought us here, but what we as parents can do about it!Follow us on Instagram @DrMomCast and send us your questions and any topics about which you'd like to...2023-04-0346 minDrMomCastE4. Taking Back the Game, continuedIn order to change the narrative, we need to start the discussion.. so we did! We couldn't stop thinking about the questions & issues Linda Flanagan raised in her book and discussed with us last episode, so we kept the conversation going amongst ourselves - kids playing sports for the sake of fun, how to better communicate with our kids regarding their sports goals. Are you a fanatic sports parent? Follow us on Instagram @DrMomCast and send us your questions and any topics about which you'd like to learn more. 2023-04-0330 min
Sport, Social Justice & Development PodcastYouth Sport: Tim Adams, Tania Cameron, and Linda FlanaganIn this episode, Natan chats with Tim Adams, Tania Cameron, and Linda Flanagan about their work with youth sport programming. Tim is the founder and CEO of FreePlay Sports, an organization providing free sport programming to children and youth in Edmonton, AB. Tania is a sport coach who organizes sporting opportunities for Indigenous youth in Ontario. Linda is the author of Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids' Sports - and Why it Matters. The three of them discuss the opportunities and challenges they've faced with sport programming for diverse youth.
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MindShift PodcastHow Youth Sports Became a Feast or Famine WorldRunning coach and author, Linda Flanagan, talks about her book, “Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids’ Sports and Why It Matters," and gives tips on how parents can tell when they've gone too far.2023-03-2122 minGet Outside With KidsOur most epic fails: winter 2023 editionIf you need a laugh, this one is for you!
Our seasonal “epic fail” episodes round up our most ridiculous, most meltdown-y, most painful fails from the entire season and lay them out for your listening enjoyment!
Highlights from the winter include forgotten gear, massive skiing wipeouts, public meltdowns, and so many plans disrupted by illness. We throw in one huge win to balance it out and remind you that things will improve and spring is coming.
Other episodes we mentioned in this episode:
Ep 53: How our obsession with kids’ sport has become s...2023-03-1625 min
The Growth Guide: Self-Improvement | Greatness | Impact | Creators | FI |How to Build Incredible Collaborative Relationships at Work with Deb MashekOur guest today is Dr. Deb Mashek, a social psychologist who helps business leaders navigate the relationship headwinds that tank timelines, bottom lines and well-being. She is an experienced business advisor, professor and non-profit executive. She is the author of the book Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone)[05.50] Collaboration – Deb shares a brief bio on herself and defines collaboration in her own terms. [15.02] Hierarchy – The collaboration of every member is important in a collaborative workspace. [21.03] The Mashek Matrix – We go throug...2023-03-141h 31
Going Deep with Donnovan BennettWhat It Means to Have Young Athletes in the FamilyDonnovan brings on author Linda Flanagan to discuss her article on having an athlete in the family - they chat about the upsides and the downsides of what it means to fully support a child's athletic dreams, and which sports parents worry about letting their children play (3:17). Afterwards, Dr. Charles Tator, concussion and brain injury expert at Toronto Western Hospital & the University of Toronto, joins to get into his research on concussions in youth hockey (31:35). Linda's article: https://bit.ly/3YyOTjC The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of...2023-02-1649 min
Middle Class Film ClassGerald's Game (2017) review / dir. Mike FlanaganThe gang feeds a stray this week, as they try to spice things up while they watch Gerald's Game. Adapted from the Stephen King Book, this chamber piece wrapped in a drama wrapped in a supernatural thriller is dripping with Stephen King and Flanagan easter eggs, and suspense. Hold onto your butts, because there is one scene that you will never forget. Watch it on Netflix, try not to scream, then listen to our review. http://www.MCFCpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcast http://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFC http://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclass h...2023-02-1556 min
Raising a ChampionHow Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids' Sports with Author Linda FlanaganIn Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids' Sports, coach, journalist and writer Linda Flanagan reveals how the youth sports industry capitalizes on parents’ worry about their kids’ futures, selling the idea that more competitive play is essential in the feeding frenzy over access to colleges and universities. Drawing on her experience as a coach and a parent, along with research and expert analysis, Flanagan delves into a national obsession that has: Compelled kids to specialize year-round in one sport. Increased the risk of both physical injury and mental health problems.Encouraged egregious behavior by coa...2023-02-1457 minMiddle Class Film ClassDoctor Sleep (2019) review / dir. Mike FlanaganThe gang sucks some steam this week as they review Mike Flanagan's legacy sequel to The Shining, starring Ewan McGregor and Rebecca Ferguson, Doctor Sleep (2019) streaming right now on Tubi. Featuring vampires that don't suck blood, deviations from the source material, and a perplexing hat... this horror fantasy drama is full of quirky and dark characters, child death, and vampire canibalism. Tune in, watch the movie, then hear how Pete and Joseph liked Tyler's pick this week. http://www.MCFCpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcast http://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFC http://www.tiktok.com...2023-02-081h 07