Shows
Clean Energy TodayEV Chargers on Lampposts and Utility Poles Can Cut Costs for Communities by up to 70%With Voltpost, an electric vehicle (EV) driver can park in front of a utility pole or lamppost and, using a phone app, lower a charger from it. The company says the Voltpost system can cut charging infrastructure costs for communities by up to 70% because it requires no construction or trenching. Voltpost won the 2026 Electric Innovation and Discovery Award from the Electric Innovation Initiative. About the guest: Jeff Prosserman is CEO and co-founder at Voltpost, which aims to democratize charging access, decarbonize mobility and lower the footprint of charging infrastructure. ...
2026-10-2028 min
Building Confidence in Young AthletesHow Physical Strength Builds Mental Resilience in Young AthletesBuilding mental toughness in young athletes isn't just about teaching them to think positively or overcome setbacks. Physical activity, especially strength training, can help kids develop confidence, resilience and the ability to manage stress, says strength coach Mike Ockrim. Ockrim, founder of Mighty Oak Athletic in Westmont, Ill., and author of Death Resistant, says physical challenges prepare kids to handle life's emotional obstacles. "The quickest way to change your mental state is to change your physical state," Ockrim says. Email podcast episode ideas to LisaEllenCohn1@gmail.com with the email subject line "Podcast P...
2026-10-1323 minClean Energy TodayEV Ownership Costs at Parity with Gas Vehicle Costs by 2031?A report from the research and consultancy group Wood Mackenzie found that, as the Middle East conflict creates volatility in global oil markets, three factors could drive EV sales higher. In fact, total EV ownership costs could reach parity with total gasoline vehicle ownership costs by 2031, the report said. But the U.S. is falling behind in EV deployment, the report said. What bold steps are needed to ensure the U.S. improves its position in the global EV market? My guest is David Brown, director, Energy Transition Practice at Wood Mackenzie.
2026-10-0418 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelping Neurodiverse Athletes Build Confidence and SuccessFor neurodiverse young athletes, struggles on the field, court or in the gym may have little to do with effort or motivation. Lisa Richer, founder of Journey to Bloom, says that coaches and parents need to look beyond performance and understand the individual athlete. Richer, a former elite gymnast who competed on the U.S. national team in the 1980s, draws on her own experiences as an undiagnosed neurodivergent athlete. She now works with families, athletes and coaches to identify obstacles that can affect both athletic performance and confidence. "Diagnoses inform; they do not define...
2026-09-3025 minClean Energy TodayTo Find Available Grid Capacity for Data Centers, GridCARE Performs a Grid MRIUtilities are struggling to provide enough capacity to meet the needs of data centers and other large loads. To address this challenge, GridCARE performs an "MRI" of the grid and finds unused capacity in utility systems, cutting utility costs and helping avoid building fossil-fired plants. For example, for Portland General Electric, GridCARE identified 400 MW of existing infrastructure to meet the needs of five data centers, and the data centers signed flexible interconnection agreements with the utility. GridCARE is also working with National Grid. Data centers, large loads and developers pay GridCARE, which partners with utilities and doesn't...
2026-09-2118 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesNFL Player's Dad Says Focus on Well-Being Before WinningCraig Young, author of Growing Up Young: One Family's Faith Journey to the NFL and father of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, says he damaged his relationship with his son by being overbearing about Bryce's success in sports. "I was just hell-bent on, 'he is not going to squander this gift,'" he said. His wife told him that Bryce felt increasingly uncomfortable around his father. "To hear that my behavior was pushing my son away was just like a dagger to my heart," Young said. "And I immediately just sought the help...
2026-09-1628 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesYoung Athletes Feel the Pressure with Name, Image, Likeness IncomeMoney has always played a role in youth sports, from club fees and private lessons to travel costs and college scholarships. But as athletes gain access to name, image and likeness (NIL) income at increasingly younger ages, financial decisions are becoming part of the mental game, as well. Tom Henske, a former two-time All-American and three-time national champion at the University of Virginia who now teaches personal finance, said young athletes often receive money before they have learned how to manage it. NIL opportunities, once concentrated among college stars, are spreading across sports and even reaching high...
2026-09-0119 minClean Energy TodaySlashing "Shocking" Demand Charges From EV Charging at Toyota Dealership with Solar & StorageThe Sunrise Toyota dealership on Long Island achieved 55% energy savings and reduced peak demand by 101 kW with a microgrid comprised of energy storage and solar, and is expected to ultimately cut utility costs by 90%. Guests Maria Fields and Dennis Quinn, co-founders at Sprocket Power, describe the "unpredictable and shocking" demand charges car dealerships and other businesses experience when they install electric vehicle charging, and how to lower those charges with clean energy. They also share their thoughts on how more utilities are open to using distributed energy resources to help address their power shortages. Partners...
2026-09-0137 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhen Eating Challenges Undermine an Athlete's Mental GameFor young athletes, the mental game is often about confidence, focus, resilience and staying present under pressure. But eating issues can quietly consume that mental space, affecting an athlete's focus, confidence, identity and performance. Eating-disorders dietitian Adee Levinstein said that athletes face constant messages about nutrition, exercise, body image and performance. "There's just a lot of messages happening from all directions. So it can get really confusing," she said. Athletes who want an edge may begin to hyperfocus on specific diets or nutrition rules. While some recommendations can improve performance, Levinstein cautioned that...
2026-08-1830 minClean Energy TodayWill the New Grid Be in the Hands of Utilities or Customers?At The Great Transformation conference in Bend, Oregon in July, a panel addressed the question: How much will the creation of the new grid be in the hands of utilities versus the customers? Moderated by Elisa Wood, founder and Editor at Energy Changemakers, the panel included Cameron Brooks, executive director, Think Microgrid, Greg Castle, commercial leader, power & grid segment, Schneider Electric and Michael Grenier, president at Elexity. The panel also discussed how the energy industry can help address opposition to data centers by delivering community benefits. Moderator: Elisa Wood, founder, editor and publisher at...
2026-08-0422 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesThe Role of Stress, Comparisons and Pressure in Youth SportsStress, comparisons and pressure can quietly undermine a child's love of sports unless parents learn to prepare for the emotional challenges that come with each stage of development, said Stephen Anderson, an athletic director, coach and founder of the Rising Athlete Project. "I see parents reacting to things rather than proactively preparing for things," Anderson said. Kids experience those challenges during key transitions such as moving to a middle school team or working with a new coach. Send episode ideas to LisaEllenCohn1@gmail.com with the subject line "podcast pitch." ...
2026-07-2918 minClean Energy TodayA Small-Footprint Zinc Battery for Large Power Pulses in AI Data CentersA report from consultant Wood Mackenzie pointed to the dangers of bursts of power demand in AI data centers. ZincFive says it has an answer. The company's nickel-zinc energy storage provides short, high-power dischages for data centers to address AI power surges and also provides outage backup. The Oregon-based business has deployed 2 GW of its product, saw its annual revenue doubling from 2024 to approximately $66.9 million in 2025 and has plans to go public. Tod Higinbotham, CEO of ZincFive, explains the company's technology, describes its partnership with Spark I Acquisition and says why the company believes ZincFive's s...
2026-07-2018 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesBecoming a Partner in an Elite Young Athlete's JourneyFor many sports parents, the challenge of parenting an elite athlete isn't simply getting their child to practice. It's figuring out how to support a young athlete's dreams without sacrificing academics, family life or emotional well-being. Gosia Betancourt knows that balancing act firsthand. Her 13-year-old son, Joshua, is already competing at the national level in diving. Recently, he won the USA Diving Western National Championships in his age division, outperforming older competitors by a significant margin. But behind the medals are years of disciplined training, difficult decisions, injuries and one important lesson: Success is about...
2026-07-1528 minClean Energy TodayIceland Project Tests Synfuel Production that Integrates Geothermal EnergyIn Iceland, which has vast geothermal resources, Syntholene Energy, with support from Idaho National Laboratory, is testing synfuel production that combines geothermal heat with high-temperature electrolysis. The company says its synfuel is 70% less expensive than synfuels produced using other clean energy options and could reach price parity with fossil fuels in about 10 years. While Iceland has plenty of water resources, the company says water management will be critical as it rolls out its product commercially to other, less water-rich regions. About the guest: Dan Sutton, co-founder and CEO at Syntholene Energy. S...
2026-07-0122 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesTo Become Leaders, Sports Kids Should Lean into Their TalentsThe skill of being a leader is partly innate, but is mostly trainable, according to leadership coach Jonathan Cave, author of The Tree and the Mountain: Dare to Become. To hone their leadership skills, sports kids should identify their unique talents and build leadership skills based on them, he said. "You don't have to become another person to be a leader. It's about amplifying who you are and becoming more of that. People will gravitate toward you," he said. About Jonathan Cave: Cave is an executive coach and founder and CEO...
2026-06-2427 minClean Energy TodayResilience and Wealth for This Low-Income Community with Solar, Microgrids and EVsIn December 2023, a winter storm hit Highland Park, Michigan, and the ensuing power outage lasted four days – a common occurrence in the community, which has a high poverty rate. Partially in response to the outages, Juan Shannon created Parker Village, with plans to provide clean, low-cost local energy to the residents, including net zero homes, two solar microgrids and an electric transportation loop. Another goal is to keep wealth in Highland Park, which covers three square miles close to Detroit and ranks in the 94th percentile for low-income status in the U.S., with 45% of the...
2026-06-0817 minClean Energy TodayData Centers Can't Drive up Utility Bills or Undermine Clean Energy Goals Under Oregon Power ActUnder the first-of-a-kind Oregon Power Act, data centers served by the state's two investor-owned utilities can't drive up utility bills or undermine Oregon's clean energy goals. The law has attracted interest from other states considering similar measures. While Portland General Electric and PacifiCorp are required to follow the provisions of the law, the state's public utilities do not, and in Umatilla Electric Cooperative territory--home to many data centers--emissions have increased by about 570% over the last 15 years, said Joshua Basofin, Oregon clean energy program director at Climate Solutions. Oregon is attracting data center development because it h...
2026-05-2234 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow to Create a Championship Mindset in Young AthletesTo create a championship mindset, players, coaches and parents must all embrace a positive mindset, said Bill Hoopes, a national championship coach and director of Florida Premier Girls Fastpitch. "You have to have accountability on all ends," he said. "If the coach is not doing their job and they're struggling to relay positive information, positive skill development and positive coaching, then the kid's going to have a deficiency." If the player isn't committed to being a champion, there will be a deficiency. If parents are pressuring their kids, all this can create a "non-positive" mindset, he said.
2026-05-2023 minClean Energy TodayWhat Factors Increase or Decrease EV Range?Temperatures, altitude, snow, wind, sunshine and road surfaces can significantly shorten or lengthen how far an electric vehicle (EV) driver can go on a charge. Lasse Lumiaho, head of automotive at Vaisala Xweather, which provides weather data and intelligence for many Fortune 500 companies, describes a recent study about the factors that affect EV range. Read the study here. About the guest: Lasse Lumiaho leads automotive product development and strategic initiatives at Vaisala Xweather. He has experience working with autotive OEMs and technology suppliers, including Audi, BMW, Bosch, Cerence, Hyundai, KIA, Mercedes-Benz a...
2026-05-1111 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelp Sports Kids Achieve Balance and ContentmentHappiness for sports kids is more about contentment and balance, rather than constant pleasure, according to Jerry Weichman, a licensed clinical psychologist who helps young athletes with mental health challenges affecting confidence, motivation and performance. ""Happiness is more of a chemical reaction from your brain that comes from good things that are happening. But good things don't continually happen," Weichman said. "So what I'm usually pushing with the expectation for the kids is contentment. There's some type of balance, an acknowledgment of the positives and the negatives." Send your questions via voice memo or email...
2026-05-0623 minClean Energy TodayHow are High Oil Prices Affecting Clean Energy? A Global PerspectiveWith oil prices at the time of this interview–April 2026–close to $100/ barrel because of the war in Iran, will we see higher deployment of renewable energy and electric vehicles (EV)? Wesley Herche, co-founder of Sustainability Decoded and director of energy and sustainability solutions at Prologis, where he deploys solar, battery storage and commercial EV charging infrastructure for the world's largest companies, provides a global perspective on the status of clean energy and the effects of high oil prices. Topics discussed include: Why large U.S. companies are investing in renewable energy and how...
2026-04-2235 minClean Energy Today270 MW Solar, Sheep Grazing, Beekeeping: Enel's Agrivoltaics ProjectEnel North America's Blue Jay Agrivoltaics project in Grimes County, Texas spans 2,700 acres, produces 270 megawatts (MW) of solar and includes a 59-MW battery storage system. It uses sheep for vegetation management and includes pollinator habitat, veteran-managed apiaries and drone maintenance. Jesse Puckett, director of sustainability projects and community affairs at Enel North America describes how the project helps improve the company's business, bottom line, the environment and the local community. Learn more about the Blue Jay project and Jesse Puckett Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts Check out host Lisa Cohn's energy writing at CleanEnergyWriters.com
2026-04-0820 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Sports Kids Can be Trained to be ConfidentConfidence in young athletes is a trainable outcome rooted in self-awareness, disciplined consistency, targeted subconscious programming (visualization with emotion) and supportive adult influences. Sports kids should combine clear goals, intentional mental practice and persistent physical work to become resilient and high-performing, said Chris Harris, a mindset and elite performance expert. Learn more about Harris at ChrisHarris.com Learn more about host Lisa Cohn at LisaECohn.com
2026-04-0121 minClean Energy TodayTo Accelerate Bidirectional Charging, Overcome One-Way Rules with These Policy IdeasMillions of people are driving electric vehicles (EV) which, with bidirectional charging, can provide value to the electrical grid and back up homes and businesses during outages. What's standing in the way of unlocking these benefits? Steve Letendre, an energy economist, senior advisor to the Vehicle-Grid Integration Council and the founder and editor of V2G News, says bidirectional charging technology is trapped behind one-way rules. He offers policy ideas that could advance bidirectional charging. About the Guest: Steve Letendre's work centers on unlocking the value of distributed energy resources, especially bidirectional EVs to...
2026-03-1730 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Concussions Affect Sports Kids' Brains, Bodies and FamiliesWhen sports kids experience concussions, they don't just affect kids' brains, they affect their bodies and even their families, said Robert Baric, a chiropractor and member of the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina. A concussion can change kids' heart output, sleep and hormonal balance, for example. And it can affect the family, or, as Baric says, create a "traumatic family injury."Parents may have to take time off work to care for the child or teen who experienced the concussion. Other children in the family don't get as much attention while the parents are focused on...
2026-03-1228 minClean Energy TodayA Utility's Effort to Boost EV Use--Before and After Tax Credit LossSince 2021, Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G), New Jersey's largest utility, has added 30,000 electric vehicles (EV) to its system, in part by offering rebates and other incentives. Before January 2026, the growth rate was double-digit, but is now flat, because of the loss of the federal EV tax credit and changes in the market. Dawn Neville, senior manager of electric transportation at PSE&G, describes the program's successes and challenges. How to get more chargers installed at multi-family housing complexes? How much do demand response programs for EV drivers help out in the summer? And how might a...
2026-02-2824 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesCreating Balance in the Intense World of Youth SportsHow can sports parents create well-rounded kids in youth sports, which can be hyper-specialized and intense? David Murray's book, Soccer Dad, is the story of a "soccer-ignorant, sports-ambivalent writer who saw his daughter from the kiddie leagues through the travel-sports gauntlet to a coveted Division I scholarship. And then realized his work had only begun," says his book's Amazon description. In this interview, he discusses the challenges of helping kids find a balanced life when they're immersed in the youth sports world. He suggests: --Introduce larger heroes (Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean Ki...
2026-02-2633 minClean Energy TodayHow Does Floating Solar Affect Birds, Alligators and Other Animals?Elliott Steele, a researcher at the UC Davis Wild Energy Center, is now studying how a floating solar array at the Nelson Family Vineyards in Mendocino County, Calif. affects birds. He's also studying how a 6-MW floating solar array–Califronia's largest– in Sonoma County is influencing wildlife. In Florida, he says, alligators and other animals hang out on the solar systems. Wildlife can also affect the floating solar panels, by defecating on them, for example, and lowering the solar output. This is a follow up to my last podcast episode about Nelson Family Vineyards' floating solar...
2026-02-1121 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesQuiet Leaders in Youth Sports are Consistent, Calm and PreparedTrue leaders in sports don't need the spotlight. They earn trust through preparation, emotional control and how they show up every day—not by being the loudest voice, said Dan Gold, a sports dad, former surgeon and businessman and the author of Game Changers. The foundation of quiet leadership is emotional regulation. When pressure rises, strong leaders stay steady rather than escalating emotionally, he said. Guest: Dan Gold, author of Game Changers Send podcast episode ideas to LisaEllenCohn1@gmail.com Subscribe to and rate this podcast on Apple Podcasts...
2026-02-1028 minClean Energy TodayVineyard's Floating Solar To Slash its Utility Costs in Northern California by About $90k/YearNelson Family Vineyards in Mendocino County, Calif., will soon power up its floating solar system, deployed on pontoons on an irrigation pond, expecting to cut utility costs, which jumped 180% over the last three years, by about $90,000 annually. Researchers at the University of California Davis are studying how the system will affect wildlife–the focus of our next podcast, which will touch on how songbirds at the farm are affected by the system–and how alligators in Florida climb onto these systems. The Nelsons are looking into selling or transferring a 30% investment tax credit to help pay...
2026-01-2931 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhy High Sports Performance Can Lead to Poor Mental HealthHigh performance in sports doesn't necessarily translate into mental well-being, said Hania Taduran, a former Division I beach volleyball player and founder of the nonprofit Breaking Barriers, which aims to redefine the narrative about mental health in athletics. During her college career at the University of the Pacific, especially during COVID isolation, she and her teammates experienced mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and burnout. Fear of stigma, losing scholarships, or being seen as weak prevented many athletes from seeking help, said Taduran, who is 23. Send ideas for podcast episodes to LisaEllenCohn1@gmail...
2026-01-2820 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesThe Consequences of High Costs and Expectations in Youth SportsHow are young athletes affected when their parents sink large amounts of money into youth sports and pile on expectations? Harvey Araton was a sports columnist for The New York Times for 26 years, where he covered ten Olympics and countless NBA finals, World Series, Super Bowls and Final Fours. A sports parent, he's the author of The Goal of the Game, which was released in December. Araton warns sports parents about the pitfalls of spending too much money on youth sports--which creates pressure for sports kids. He also cautions parents to avoid heaping high expectations on sports kids, a...
2026-01-0827 minClean Energy TodayThese Farmers Want to Use Agrivoltaics to Supply Healthy Food to their CommunityItanna and Yosafe Murphy are working to use agrivoltaics--co-locating solar PV energy production with agricultural activities on their 160-acre farm--to provide healthy, fresh and tasty food to their community, along with STEM education and energy resilience. In addition to agrivoltaics, the project, located in Oregon's Willamette Valley, will integrate vertical farming and hydroponics. Oregon State University, Ecotrust, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and others have joined the effort as technical partners. Despite the loss of funding sources from the federal government under the Trump administration, the pair are moving forward with a "blank canvas and a...
2026-01-0623 min
Captivating Voices Delivering Immersive Entertainment for Passionate Literary EnthusiastsBash and Lucy Say, "Love, Love, Bark!" Audiobook by Lisa CohnListen to full audiobook for free :https://audiobookzap.com/freeTitle: Bash and Lucy Say, "Love, Love, Bark!"Categories: Animal, Animal Fiction, Dog, FictionAuthor: Lisa CohnNarrator: Nestor Sanchez, Tate Noble, Sunny Christ, Mateo Tennyson Taylor, Avery Christ, Ari Harris, Lisa Cohn, Vera MorozPublisher: Canines and Kids PublishingRelease date: 12-23-2025Language: EnglishSummary:Bash and Lucy Say, "Love, Love, Bark!" is narrated by co-author Lisa Cohn and a team of tweens, teens, and adults — including Ukrainian Grandma Vera.
In Bash and Lucy Say, "Love, Lo...
2025-12-2300 minClean Energy TodayHay Farming Doesn't Pay the Bills. Agrivoltaics Does--and Helps Address Climate Warming Byron Kominek, founder of Jack's Solar Garden in Boulder, Colo., an agrivoltaics site that attracts thousands of visitors annually, says hay farming doesn't pay the bills. But installing solar panels above crops and selling the solar to the utility is a revenue generator for the solar garden. Not only can agrivoltaics--the practice of co-locating solar panels with agricultural activities-- generate revenue, but it can also address climate warming by providing shade. Kominek educates students and community members about the benefits of agrivoltaics as director of the Colorado Agrivoltaics Learning Center. It's important to think long-term about how to adapt to cl...
2025-12-1521 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesSports Kids Should Follow Their Dreams, Says Former Professional GolferFormer professional golfer Jay Delsing, author of "You Wouldn't Believe Me If I Told You," describes how he pursued his sports dream and says young athletes should also aim high, even if the odds of success are low. Growing up in a large, low-income, sports-oriented family, he was encouraged to believe he could achieve anything with hard work, he said. Although baseball was his first love, golf became his passion. "I wasn't smart enough to really be afraid. I mean, (people) would tell me all these odds," Delsing said. "'Do you know that less than 1 % o...
2025-12-0933 minClean Energy TodayWhat's Needed to Accelerate Virtual Power Plant Adoption to Meet Growing Energy Demand?A virtual power plant (VPP) is a collection of small-scale energy resources that, aggregated and coordinated with grid operations, can provide the same reliability and economic value to the grid as a traditional power plant, according to the nonprofit organization RMI. And VPPs can help utility customers earn money. Large energy users can earn up to $100,000 a year through CPower Energy's program, said Mike Smith, CEO of CPower. A recent report from RMI identified some of the gains VPPs have made recently. For example, 10 legislatures introduced VPP bills and four states passed VPP legislation in 2024...
2025-12-0142 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelp Sports Kids Overcome Performance BlocksYoung athletes who forget skills, freeze up or make avoidable mistakes and who can't meet their practice performance during competitions are struggling with performance blocks. These blocks can be caused by excessive pressure, anxiety, worry, perfectionism or identity issues and self-judgement, said Albert Bramante, a psychology professor and author of "Rise Above the Script." To help kids overcome these performance blocks, parents can remind them that blocks do not reflect ability. "It's not their fault that this has happened. It's not an indication that you're a subpar athlete or subpar performer; it just means you...
2025-11-2620 minClean Energy TodaySmall Farmer Has Bragging Rights For Charging EV with Solar, He SaysTim Nesbitt, former chief of staff to Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski, claims bragging rights for charging his Chevy Bolt EV solely with solar power on his small farm, which is carbon neutral--and sometimes carbon negative. He has 84 ground-mounted solar panels that generate 18-19 kWh daily. Batteries provide some resilience for critical systems such as the internet and refrigeration. Nesbitt's friend, another farmer, is earning $1,500 per acre for selling solar installed on his farm by a third party--more than he can make by growing certain crops. Through the EVmath program, Nesbitt tells his story to help...
2025-11-1122 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Sports Kids Can Build Confidence Under PressureAndy Whittier knows how to cope with pressure. He transitioned from playing college football to representing the U.S. in the skeleton sport, a solo, head-first sled race down an icy track at speeds of up to 89 mph. At first, it was terrifying, he said. But with constant practice, he started making some "good, fast clean runs" and building confidence. Athletes can build confidence gradually through experience, discipline and stacking small wins over time. Repetition and practice are key, he said. Send episode ideas to LisaEllenCohn1@gmail.com Subscribe t...
2025-11-0515 minClean Energy TodayHow "Junk" Data Boosts Data Center Energy CostsWhether you're a consumer who hoards old photos or a company that hangs onto unusable data, you're boosting data centers' energy costs. By focusing on reducing hoarded--or "junk" data--and improving efficiency, data centers can slash power consumption by 40% to 60%, according to Simon Ninan, senior vice president, business strategy, Hitachi Vantara. Ninan provides details about how data centers can achieve this kind of savings. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts Email host Lisa Cohn at Lisa@CleanEnergyWriters.com Learn more about her at CleanEnergyWriters.com Background reading:
2025-10-2434 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesMotivate Sports Kids by Identifying Their Brain TypeP.J. Glassey, personal trainer, "biohacker" at XGym.com, and author of Cracking Your Calorie Code, has identified 16 brain types that help determine how best to motivate athletes and boost their performance. Developed over a 5-year period, his 20-question brain type test–which combines psychology and fitness– helps people get fit with less reliance on willpower. Once Glassey identifies an athlete's brain type, he provides motivation and fitness "hacks," he said. To send podcast episode ideas, contact Ultimate Sports Parent Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts Visit our yout...
2025-10-2228 minClean Energy TodayTears, Hope and Prosumer Stories at Sun Day Rally for Clean EnergyAt the Sun Day event Sept. 21 in Portland, Ore.--a rally for clean energy--attendees shared their opinions about the Trump administration's policies targeting clean energy. They described the energy savings and resilience they're experiencing installling solar and storage at home. One atttendee started to shed tears recalling her involvement in the first Earth Day and the clean-energy inroads that effort yielded. A representative from the Sunrise Movement explained why it's important for youth to be included in clean energy discussions. And two solar prosumers outlined the benefits they're experiencing from their solar and storage deployments. A...
2025-10-1009 minClean Energy TodayPlug-In Solar is for "Everyone, Everywhere," Says Nonprofit. But Regulatory Changes Needed.Plug-in solar systems can be installed on balconies, sheds, walls and any other areas exposed to solar. Users plug them into standard wall outlets and immediately begin producing electricity. Bright Saver, a nonprofit organization that aims to make plug-in solar accessible to "everyone, everywhere," particularly to renters and those who can't access rooftop solar, seeks to overcome the legislative and regulatory barriers that prevent U.S. consumers from utilizing this technology, which is popular in Germany. Working with the Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG), Bright Saver has drafted legislation that it plans to introduce...
2025-09-2842 minClean Energy Today4 Challenges to Advanced Nuclear Reactor Deployment for Data CentersHadron Energy says its micro modular reactors will produce power at 15 cents/kWh. How will the company make that possible? Do small modular reactors create more radioactive waste than conventional nuclear reactors? Which states have a moratorium on nuclear energy deployment? These are some of the questions my guests addressed in this podcast. Advanced nuclear reactors are seen as key to meeting soaring data center, AI and electrification demand because they provide baseload power and are carbon-free. But the advanced nuclear reactor industry faces a number of challenges, including regulatory delays, s...
2025-09-1331 minClean Energy TodayCrunching the EV Numbers in Rural Areas with EVmathIn rural Oregon, electricity prices are low compared to those of gasoline and diesel fuel, as low as 6 cents/kWh. EVmath is a nonprofit that aims to help rural drivers crunch the numbers on buying EVs--beginning with Oregon and Washington. The nonprofit organization wants to show rural drivers that, whatever their politics, it might make sense economically to drive EVs. Here's an example: A gasoline-fueled car that gets 25 miles per gallon costs about 20 cents per mile at current gas prices. An EV that goes 4 miles/kWh charged at a rate of 6 cents/kWh costs 1.5 cents per mile.
2025-08-2827 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesThe Benefits of Neuroscience-Based Visualization Feedback for Young AthletesWhat if young athletes could practice visualization and then receive feedback in real time that improves their performance? Konstantin Sonkin, a neuroscientist and founder of i-Brain Tech, uses neuroscience-based technology to help athletes boost focus and decision-making. Learn more about Dr. Sonkin at i-Brain.Tech Submit podcast ideas here. Subscribe and rate this podcast on Apple Podcasts Visit our youth sports psychology blog Read Lisa Cohn's sports parenting articles
2025-08-2623 minClean Energy TodayBlack Church Plans Resilience Hubs with Bidirectional Charging: Five Move Forward, in Spite of ChallengesThe African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Georgia plans to build 18 resilience hubs--and eventually up to 482. Five are moving forward right now. Churches are being offered a menu of options, with the highest level of resilience including solar, storage, bidirectional electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy efficiency. Since this interview was recorded, the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" law phased out investment tax credits for solar, wind and EVs, which is expected to undermine the church's ambitious efforts. But the first five hubs are set to be completed, providing sanctuaries for church members and their larger communities.
2025-08-1624 min
Clean Energy TodayStymied DER Developers See Relief Via Flexible Interconnection ProgramsDER develoeprs, frustrated by interconnection delays, see the potential for cost and time savings through flexible interconnection programs. Pilot projects from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) and other utilities are demonstrating the value of flexible interconnection programs in which utilities allow customers to interconnect to the grid much more quickly than they would under traditional interconnection programs. In exchange, the customers agree to scale back or eliminate consumption when the utility needs power. Jessie Bauer, ComEd's manager of DER engineering and capacity planning, and Alex Collins, PG&E's manager of DERMS execution and operations...
2025-06-2111 minClean Energy TodayClean Energy Today Preview of People and ProjectsThis Clean Energy Today preview describes some of the topics that will be covered in this podcast, including distributed energy, microgrids, bidirectional charging, equity, research and consumer choices. Background reading: Do You and I Mean the Same Thing When We Say Local Energy? Microgrids Aren't What They Used to Be Deploying Bidirectional Vehicles to Support the Grid Takes a Leap Forward Low-Income Communities are the First to Lose Power. How RMI is Helping Deploy Solar & Storage Resilience Hubs Research Project Uses 2020 Nashville Tornado Simulation to Study (Solar a...
2025-06-0507 min
Clean Energy TodayOregon Solar Companies Describe How Trump's Policies are Hurting ThemOregon solar companies describe how the Trump administration's policies are hurting them and say how they're coping. They also provide some good news. Interviews were conducted at the Oregon Solar and Storage Industries Association's conference May 15, 2025. Visit CleanEnergyWriters.com. to learn more about host Lisa Cohn News stories mentioned during the episode: Oregon Bills Would Advance Microgrids by Creating Resiliency Corridors and Boosting Community Powers What Do All Big Power Outages Have in Common? A Big Grid Don't Mention Climate. Now Clean Energy is All About the Money
2025-05-2316 min
HeterodorxLeft Wing Heresy with Lisa Selin DavisProlific writer, researcher, thinker, and close personal friend of the Dorx Lisa Selin Davis is an old-school Leftist who developed an “exciting new interest in reality,” subsequently putting her on the wrong side of many a Brooklyn dinner party. We ask: What does it mean to be on the Left? What is Feminism? Do Gender Critics engage in “hugboxing"? How does one remain curious and empathetic while talking to ignorant a-holes? Do Conservative women give fewer effs? Is Corinna wearing “woman-pit”? What is Lisa’s next book about? It’s a party in the rabbit hole as 3 disagreeable friends agree on just...
2023-08-231h 15Building Confidence in Young AthletesThe Downside of Elite and Travel Teams for Young AthletesWhat's the downside of elite and travel teams for young athletes? These teams require parents to pay, and that creates a dicey relationship among parents, kids and coaches, says Hal Phillips, a former sports parent and youth sports coach, plus author of "Generation Zero: Founding Fathers, Hidden Histories and the Making of Soccer in America." On pay to play teams, kids often don't know where they stand. That's because coaches don't want to lose the income from having kids on their teams so aren't always completely open about their abilities, he argues. Send ideas for p...
2023-04-2623 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesShow Sports Kids You Care about More Than the WinSports parents need to show their young athletes that they care about more than the win. That's the word from Wayne LaMarre, clinical professor and director of the athletic training program at the University of New England. He's also on staff for the Women's National Ice Hockey team. Often, the elite hockey players worry that they'll be replaced by someone waiting in the wings if they make mistakes or get injured. This causes anxiety and makes it difficult to form a cohensive team. LaMarre and his associates create an "oasis" for these players. "We care...
2023-04-0524 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelp Young Athletes Avoid Burnout--Before It's Too LateSun Sachs can speak from experience about burnout in sports. The CEO and founder of Rewire Fitness--which helps athletes develop mental fitness--began bike racing as a young kid, and worked his way up to an elite level. At the age of 26, he quit, and couldn't look at a bike for more than eight years. Now he helps other athletes focus on mental fitness. The Rewire Fitness platform is based on neuroscience and sports psychology. Submit podcast guest suggestions here: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ Visit us at https://www.y...
2023-03-2226 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesYes, College Recruiters Evaluate Players' Mental GameFor college recruiters, players' mental game is important. Recruiters learn about kids' mental game skills--or deficiencies--by talking to high school coaches, watching game videos and watching both parents and players at games. Keirsten Sires, CEO and founder of 2aDays--which provides college coach ratings and experiences from athletes--gives tips about how young athletes can demonstrate that they have a solid mental game. She also warns parents about how their behavior can undermine a young athlete's ability to be recruited. Send us ideas for guests at: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ ...
2023-03-0120 min
Making it After 40Ilana Cohn - The Best is Yet to ComeSend us a textThis episode features writer, director, producer and actress Ilana Cohn. Ilana found success early in her career writing sketch comedy for Youtube. These Youtube project lead to writing jobs with various networks and outlets and have paved the way for a solid career writing for television. Lisa and Ilana talk about the challenges of the uncertainty with the entertainment industry, feeling like an imposter at every stage of your career and knowing that the best is yet to come. Ilana is funny and insightful and a real treat to have on the show.
2023-02-2150 min
Building Confidence in Young AthletesWith the Right Mental Game, Diabetic Pro Basketball Player ThrivesLauren Cox was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at a young age, and she worried that her health condition would crush her dreams of becoming a high-level athlete. But she didn't let diabetes undermine her dreams. She developed mental game skills that helped her thrive in basketball. Her mental game tips can help most young athletes address challenges associated with adversity. Be sure to send us podcast episode ideas: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ Check out our youth sports psychology blog: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_b...
2023-02-1517 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelping Plus-Size Kids Enjoy Sports and Avoid Dropping OutPlus-size kids face a number of challenges in youth sports, including feeling uncomfortable in ill-fitting clothes, being the targets of bullies and feeling ignored. Pam Luk, a former plus-size young athlete who has launched a clothing line for these athletes, gives parents and coaches tips for ensuring the kids' have a positive experience. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-confidence-in-young-athletes/id1602758597 or wherever you get your podcasts. Send us ideas for podcast segments: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ Learn...
2023-02-0121 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Overuse Injuries Hurt Sports Kids' Mental GameWhen sports kids experience overuse injuries, it often hurts their mental game, often leading to burnout. Robert Weil, a sports podiatrist and host of the Sports Doctor Radio Show, says it's important for parents and coaches to understand the issues that lead to overuse injuries and burnout. Pressure to continue playing after an injury is one problem, he says. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts here: Ultimate Sports Parent podcast or wherever you get your podccasts. Be sure to send us ideas for the podcast here: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports...
2023-01-1823 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhat Do Young Athletes Want from their Sports Experience?It's easy to assume that young athletes are most interested in winning games and competitions. But that's not what the research says, according to Bill Eckstrom, CEO of Ecsell Sports and author of The Coaching Effect. In focus groups, athletic directors and coaches say that a positve sports experience is what kids desire most. Submit ideas for youth sports topics or guests here: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ Learn more about us at http://www.YouthSportsPsychology.com Subscribe to this podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-confidence-in-young-athletes/i...
2023-01-0428 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesTips for Young Athletes with Focusing Challenges like ADHD, ADDUnderstanding instuctions from coaches is one of the challenges sports kids with ADHD and ADD face. Jazlyn Pipkins, founder and owner of Jazletics, gives parents and coaches tips for helping kids addresss focusing issues. For example, they should look the coach in the eye and concentrate on key words, she says. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-confidence-in-young-athletes/id1602758597 or wherever you get your podcasts. Send ideas for youth sports episides and guests here: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/contact/ Visit us...
2022-12-1429 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow This Olympian Overcame Adversity after Almost Losing Both LegsAt age 19, Cliff Meidl survived an electric shock that prompted his doctors to say they needed to amputate both legs above the knees. But his mother did some research and discovered Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy, a plastic surgeon and clinical professor of plastic surgery at UCLA School of Medicine. Lesavoy saved Meidl's legs, and then Meidl began the tough journey of learning how to walk again. In this episode, Meidl describes how he overcame feelings of shame, built his confidence and became an Olympic kayaker. Subscribe to this podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-confidence-in-young-athletes/i...
2022-11-3029 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesThe 3-Point Pre-game Plan for Sports KidsIf young athletes embrace this 3-point pre-game plan, they'll experience more success--in and out of sports, says Jazlyn Pipkins, founder and owner of Jazletics LLC. She's a virtual peak performance mentality coach and former high school and college athlete. The winning three tasks are meditation, visualization and affirmation. In this podcasta, Pipkins goes into detail about how athletes should complete these tasks--and the mistakes they often make doing it. Visit us at https://YouthSportsPsychology.com for more about our mental game programs. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast at https://podcasts.apple...
2022-11-1524 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesKeep Young Athletes in Sports by Lowering Costs, Boosting VisibilityYoung athletes often drop out of sports if they can't keep up with the status quo and pay for travel teams or expensive camps, clubs and training, says Joey Grant, former Division 1 football player and CEO of GMTM, a social network that aims to increase access to sports for people of all ages. He provides tips on how to keep kids in sports. Subcribe on Apple Podcasts: Ultimate Sports Parent podcast Visit our website: https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/ Email LisaEllenCohn1@gmail.com with suggestions for guests on the podcast.
2022-11-0224 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Visualization and Deep Breathing Help Sports Kids ExcelVisualization and deep breathing are critical mental game skills, says Dion von Moltke, former professional race car driver and co-foudner of Blayze, which connects amateur athletes one-on-one with professional athletes. He describes how mental game training gave his racing career a boost.
2022-10-1928 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesPreparing Young Athletes for Transitions in SportsYoung athletes are often not prepared for the transitions ahead of them, which may include moving from high school to college sports, playing Division 2 instead of Division 1, or being injured and not playing at all. Justin Lott, CEO of VarCity, tells how to help young athletes prepare for these transitions, which can be devastating.
2022-10-0529 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelping Sports Kids Embrace Mental Game TrainingMany sports kids don't understand what mental game training involves, and resist it. They think it's some kind of therapy. Truth is, mental game training is education. It's all about teaching kids how to boost skills that benefit them in sports and life. Mental game expert Dr. Cohn explains how to help kids embrace this important type of training.
2022-09-2117 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow to Keep Girls in SportsAbout 70% of kids drop out of sports by the time they are 14, and of those, twice as many girls drop out than boys. That's the word from Nicole McCormack, general manager of brand solutions at TeamSnap, a technology platform for sports parents and coaches. Why do so many girls drop out and what can parents and coaches do to keep them in sports?
2022-09-0724 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesSurprise! Athletes Need This to Play in CollegeHonest Game, a sports tech company, conducted research in 12 states and found that about 50% of high schools lack an educational pathway to play college sports. Joyce Anderson, co-founder and COO of Honest Game, explains what the NCAA requires and how Honest Game can help student athletes.
2022-08-2418 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesLegal Options for Sports Kids who Don't Feel SafeAs an attorney, Judie Saunders represents youth athletes in civil court, mediations and arbitrations. Bullying by coaches and physical, verbal and sexual abuse are some of the issues she addresses for sports kids. She gives sports parents tips about the legal avenues they can pursue for kids who don't feel safe in sports. Her top tip for sports parents: If kids are suffering from abuse or bullying, remove them from the team. Visit us at https://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/
2022-08-0330 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow do Concussion Rules Affect Kid's Mental Game & Performance?New rules and regulations that aim to prevent concussions can teach sports kids to respect their opponents. And they don't undermine mental game skills like determination, focus and intensity. That's the word from Thomas Heiden, who played college hockey at Notre Dame University and has coaches many different sports for a few decades. He's also a trial lawyer with Latham & Watkins who has handled high-profile youth sports cases. Visit us at https://YouthSportsPsychology.com
2022-07-2019 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesBoosting Sports Kids' Confidence with Life Skills LessonsKids are coming to Skyhawks Sports Academy camps with confidence issues, says Sarah Kelley-Reid, a sports parent and East Coast regional manager of the organization, which provides which provides skill-based sports experiences for kids age 4-14. The organization addresses confidence issues by focusing on building life skills, including respect, teamwork and inclusion. Visit us at https://www.youthsportspsychology.com
2022-07-1325 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhat Mental Game Skills do Recruiters Seek?Recruiters and college coaches look for a number of mental game skills when they're evaluating athletes, says David Kmiecik, senior recruiting manager for Next College Student Athlete (NCSA). He describes how recruiters identify these traits and answers the question: How can athletes (and their parents) look their best in front of recruiters and college coaches? Be sure to visit us at https://YouthSportsPsychology.com
2022-06-1420 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelping Perfectionist Sports KidsPerfectionist sports kids are among the people most likely to seek help from Audrey Grunst, LCSW, a mental performance coach, owner of Simple Bee Counseling and former mental performance coach for the Northwestern University women's volleyball team. How do help perfectionists? Start by telling them you love them, no matter what! Visit us at https://YouthSportsPsychology.com
2022-05-3115 min
HeterodorxDown the Motherhood Well with Lisa MarchianoJungian analyst Lisa Marchiano takes the Dorx on a journey through myth and folktales as she discusses stories from her recent book, Motherhood. Following the classic arc of descent and return, Corinna drops the sarcasm for literally minutes before noting the sexist and exclusionary title. Nina promises to ban this deep and compelling tome, because as a non-mother it’s not specifically about her. This is an unusually profound and calming episode, so definitely don’t buy this book or check it out of a library near you!https://lisamarchiano.com/books/--- ...
2021-11-051h 13
The Mindful MarketerHow Marketers Can Think Like An Entrepreneur with Alisa CohnMany people think it’s cool to be an entrepreneur--even marketers who reside within organizations. Yet few can define it. Entrepreneurship has even caught the eye of streaming platforms and television networks. In the United States, Shark Tank has launched countless multi-million dollar empires. Disney+ touts a show called Own the Room. Now that I have celebrated 21 years as an entrepreneur, I have grown to define it in an offbeat way: I believe that entrepreneurship is first and foremost a mindset. And based on the number of “learning moments” (aka mistakes) I have ma...
2021-10-0534 min
Building Confidence in Young AthletesSimone Biles' Twisties: Mental Game or Mental Health Issue?When gymnast Simone Biles experienced the "twisties" during the 2021 Olympics and withdrew, was the move due to a mental toughness lapse or a mental health challenge? Lisa Cohn chats with her brother, mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn, about the incident. What can sports parents learn from Biles' experience? Did Biles let down her country or was she brave to express her fears and difficulties?
2021-08-0427 min
Monday's With MindyMondays With Mindy | Season 4, Episode 6: Lisa Whelchel🎙️ Mondays With Mindy Presents a conversation with Actress, Author, Speaker & Life Coach Lisa Whelchel!
To learn more about our show, our hosts, or our guests, please visit https://www.MondaysWithMindy.com
This episode was brought to you by Beekman1802 & The Cocktail Party, Love Mary!
2021-05-2432 min
slow insidewhen everything is wrong, start over with lisa hsiehLisa Hsieh was a clothing designer before she was a mom. She made clothes that looked good on thin people, slit maxi skirts and crop tops, clothes that were crisp, clean, and sharp —conditioned by the fashion industry that she had worked in for a decade.
Then she became a mama and everything changed. It was time to let go of all that had come before and leap into something she’d never done: designing and launching a sustainable clothing line for women that wasn’t about making clothes that defined who a person is but rather clothes...
2019-07-151h 06
Chamber ChatterLisa Cohn & David FriedmanThis month on Chamber Chatter, Mark Snider is joined by David Friedman - President of the Hewlett-Woodmere Business Association and owner of D.B.F. Collection Corp., and Lisa Cohn - President of the Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of Living Water For Women.
A production of LIU Public Radio. Visit us at WCWP.org
2019-03-0152 min
Team Building PodcastHow to Fail Forward & Find the Right Expansion Partner w/Lisa ArcherEvery expansion office is a new business and should be treated as such. Why is it so critical to expand with people you align with behaviorally? What indicators can you use to identify a good expansion partner? What are some of the key factors you need to know about a potential expansion office? On this episode, we are joined by broker, COO, coach and expansion expert Lisa Archer, to discuss lessons she's learned from 3+ years of expansion. "You can't manage what you don't measure." -Lisa Archer Takeaways + Tactics - There are two reasons you fall out of business with someone...
2017-12-2842 min
slow insideLisa Congdon: From Exhaustion to Burnout and the Path Back to SanityArtist and Illustrator, Lisa Congdon, spends her life making art and teaching others about art. She speaks openly and honestly about things most people never talk about like how to navigate the murky waters of success, social media anxiety, burnout, aging, and money.
Some things we talk about:
the role of art in activism
knowing what, and how, to share (and when it's best not to)
the value of going beyond your comfort zone and the necessity, at times, of staying within it
how to manage the inevitable fears and anxieties in the making of your...
2017-10-1658 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhy Girls Drop Out of Sports at a Rate Six Times Higher Than BoysGirls drop out of sports at a rate that's six times higher than boys, research shows. In this podcast, Lisa Cohn, host of Ultimate Sports Parent Radio, interviews Samantha Salvia, a World Champion Ultimate Frisbee player who leads Positive Coaching Alliance workshops for coaches, athletes, and sports parents in the San Francisco Bay Area, and Benjamin Dudley, sports dad, coach and executive director for the Portland Chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance. They address why girls are dropping out and how the trend can be reversed.
2017-03-0127 min
The Brave Ideas PodcastEpisode 38: Making a Mentor with Lisa CohnIn this very special episode of the Brave Ideas Podcast, we discuss the topic of mentorship in the workplace, in honour of our late colleague, Stan Jabour, who recently passed away. Stan was a senior communications strategist at Aqua, who was widely known for his amazing mentorship ability and strong relationships with a number of colleague. Together with Lisa Cohn, Director of the Aqua Academy, we remember Stan by matching anecdotes of his time at the office with the hard theory that sits behind the art of mentorship. We hope you enjoy this informative and personal episode. F...
2016-10-1935 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesPost-Game Tips for Sports Parents: 1st in a SeriesIn this Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interview, mental game expert Dr. Patrick
Cohn identifies some of the challenges sports parents face after a game.
This is first in a series of post-game tips with Lisa Cohn and Patrick
Cohn.
2015-10-0712 min
The Brave Ideas PodcastEpisode 7: Self Awareness in Marketing with Lisa CohnThis week, we talk to Lisa Cohn, Senior Strategist @ Aqua. Lisa responds to the previous episode and challenges the perception that the single mother family is on the rise. We cover a range of topics from Intersectional feminism, to social media brand fails, even touching on the digital marketing of ISIS. This is a fun one!
Tool of the week: Macaw
The Brave Ideas Podcast is all about bringing to light exciting new ideas in the realm of digital and advertising, as percieved by the employees of Aqua Group companies (Aqua, Basetwo, Applogix & Cerebra) and the...
2015-06-1921 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhy Sports Kids Need To Focus and Get in The ZoneLisa Cohn of Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn about why it's so important for young athletes to learn how to hone their focus. He explains how destructive distractions can be, and tells how the new program, "The Focused Sports Kid," helps parents and coaches teach kids how and what to focus on in sports, and how to refocus when they're distracted. For more information, visit http://www.youthsportspsychology.com/youth_sports_psychology_blog/?p=1575
2012-01-1809 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhat College Plan is Best for Sports KidsWhat’s best for sports kids as they aim for college teams? Ultimate Sports Parent Radio's Lisa Cohn talks to Joe Rice, a coach for 20 years with a website called kudda.com. The parent of two college players, he says why aiming solely for Division 1 sports is not a good idea. Mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.
2011-02-0910 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHelping Kids Communicate with TeammatesAs part of our Sports Parents' Coach series, Ultimate Sports Parent
interviews John, the father of an 11-year-old soccer play who is a
perfectionist and tends to criticize his teammates. Mental game coach Dr.
Patrick Cohn and Lisa Cohn provide ideas and tips.
2010-11-1011 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesSports Parents' Coach: Building ConfidenceUltimate Sports Parent Radio releases the first in a new audio series
called "Sports Parents Coach," during which sports parents share their
kids' mental game challenges, and Dr. Patrick Cohn and Lisa Cohn offer
ideas for dealing with these challenges. The first interview is with
Jennifer, the mother of an 8-year-old who seeks help building her son's
confidence.
2010-10-1308 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhen Sports Kids Feel Too PressuredHow are kids' mental games affected when they feel too pressured to
perform? Lisa Cohn of Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Mike Green,
founder of thesportsfamilyclub.org, a seasoned youth sports coach and
sports dad to four athletes. Mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn provides
commentary.
2010-09-2910 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow The Media Influences Sports KidsLisa Cohn of Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Dr. Robert Gotlin,
Director of Sports Rehab at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, a
little league coach and author of "Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids,"
about the positive and negative effects of the media on kids in sports.
Mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.
2010-06-0215 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesDealing with Bully Coaches in Youth SportsLisa Cohn continues our series on bullies in youth sports. She interviews Timothy A. Dimoff, Founder and President of SACS Consulting & Investigative Services, Inc., an expert on violent behavior and author of the book, "Life Rage." The youth sports coach explains why coaches bully young athletes and what parents should do about it. Get our new anti-bullying program by visiting www.youthsportspsychology.com
2010-06-0105 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhy Young Dancers Bully and Hurt OthersLisa Cohn continues her series on bullying in sports, interviewing Andi McCormack , Founder of Penny Lane Dance Academy in Los Angeles. As a dancer, McCormack performed around the world and was also a member of Giant/Warner Records pop group I*5. She explains why young dancers bully and how dance studios can stop bullying in their studios.
2010-05-2806 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow This Sports Dad Fought BullyingAward-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn continues her series on bullying, interviewing Paul Coughlin, a sports dad, youth coach and anti-bullying expert who tells how his son quit sports after being bullied--and what he did about it. Visit www.youthsportspsychology.com to learn about our anti-bullying program and to listen to the entire interview.
2010-05-2706 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Common is Hazing (Bullying) in Youth Sports?Award-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn interviews C. Roger Rees, professor in the Department of Health Studies, Physical Education, and Human Performance Science at Adelphi University, about how common hazing--a form of bullying--is in youth sports and what forms it takes. Visit www.youthsportspsychology.com to learn about our anti-bullying program.
2010-05-2605 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesWhy Bullied Sports Kids May Quit SportsAward-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn interviews Mark Hamilton, a
professor of philosophy who teaches college courses in sports ethics at
Ashland University. The former college player, former college coach, youth sports coach and sports parent says bullying in sports is often subtle and not noticed by parents and coaches.
2010-05-2005 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesIs This Sports Parent Over-Involved?Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Mari, a sports mom to two kayakers who compete at the national level. She says she's their personal trainer, nutritionist, sports psychologist and much more. She asks if she's over-involved in their sports life. Mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn and Lisa Cohn listen to her story and answer her question.
2009-10-0114 minBuilding Confidence in Young AthletesHow Coaches Build Confidence Through Online CommunicationUltimate Sports Parent Radio interviews John Engh, COO of the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS), about the confidence-building benefits of coaches’ communicating with young athletes outside of practice. Engh describes NAYS’ new ShapeStuff program, an online program that allows coaches to create skill-building exercises for their players to use between practices. Engh, host Lisa Cohn and mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn discuss how parents can best help young athletes take advantage of such programs.
2009-07-2424 min