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The Grounded Theory Podcast036 with Aurelio Stucco: Coaching Philosophy, Girls Hoops Scene and Rediscovering Faith in GodAurelio Stucco hooped at Whitfield high school in St. Louis, Missouri as part of a team that was probably the best in their schools history that included then Mizzou commit Torrence Watson. After graduating in 2019, Stucco decided to forgo playing in college and began passing on his knowledge of the game to the next generation. He did private and group training as well as team coaching for Larry Hughes Basketball Academy for 6 years and is now a varsity assistant for Fort Zumwalt South girls team as well as head JV coach. An hour and a half turned into 2.5 real...
2026-05-032h 29The Grounded Theory Podcast035 with Danny Brown: UHSP Head Coach, Playing Overseas, and Creating Buy In with PlayersDanny Brown is the head coach at United Health Sciences Pharmacy, an NAIA in St. Louis, Missouri. A Houston Texas native, Danny played college basketball at St. Louis University before going on to play professionally in many countries including Venezuela, Cypress, Paris and Australia. After his playing career, he returned to SLU to join the coaching staff and helped the team to multiple conference championships and national tournament appearances. In this conversation we dive into his journey, crazy stories about getting cut from overseas teams, training future pro Jordair Jett, the art of creating buy in with players, the...
2026-04-191h 45The Grounded Theory Podcast034 with Steven McAfee: D3 to Overseas, How to Earn a Coach's Trust and Chicago Hoop SceneMac grew up in Chicago and played D3 basketball at Beloit College in Wisconsin. He was teammates with my guy Gulf who was on episode 9 of the podcast. Mac went on to play professionally in Japan for Kyoto BB. He also played Semi Pro basketball for Lacrosse Showtime. From there he returned to Beloit to coach Women's basketball and then Mens hoops at William Woods University. We talked about playing 3v3 Fiba and adjusting to the physical style of play in Japan, the benefits of hooping at the park, as well as lots of other insightful hoops talk about...
2026-04-191h 44The Grounded Theory Podcast033 with Robert Kennedy: St. Louis Eagles, Keys to Building Relationships and Importance of MentorshipRobert Kennedy grew up in Venice Illinois, played for the St. Louis Eagles, JUCO at Mineral Area, D1 at Murray State and then a brief stint overseas in China. From there he went on to coach for the St. Louis Eagles/Brad Beal Elite, Women's Semi Pro team the St. Louis Surge and is currently an assistant at University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy (UHSP) here in St. Louis. Great conversation with my guy Kennedy. A man who has lived a lot of life, been in the room with a lot of high level people, and is dedicated to...
2026-04-191h 46The Grounded Theory Podcast032 with Bram Williams: Japan to US College Basketball, Performance Training and FigureitoutabilityBorn in Nagoya Japan, Bram traveled 6,000 miles to play college basketball at Missouri Baptist University here in St. Louis and is currently getting his masters in ES. Bram has served as a skills trainer at Larry Hughes Basketball Academy and is currently in charge of player development for Missouri Phenom girls 7-8th grade, assistant coach at Whitfield high school and Go Live guys 2031 and does photography, videography and content creation. A full plate to say the least Instagram: @ prospectsarena As well as @ prospect_bram
2026-04-191h 19The Grounded Theory Podcast031 with Max Datoli: Yoga for the Body and Mind, Importance of Being Barefoot and Living in StillnessMax Datoli is a Certified Yoga Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer. Having played Division 1 soccer at Saint Louis University, Max has a cool perspective on yoga as he can relate to the mental and physical demands of being a high level athlete. Max has a very holistic approach to yoga and life and it was great chopping it up with him Go get at him for in person and virtual yoga classes, athletic spiritual advising and fire Instagram content: https://www.maximusyoga.com/aboutInstagram: @ maximusyoga_
2026-04-191h 40The Grounded Theory Podcast030 with Breven McMullen: Best Lifts for Hoopers, Training with NBA Players and Nutrition KeysBreven McMullen played high school basketball at Park Hills Centeral in Park Hills Missouri. From there he spent a semester at Link Year Prep then went on to play college basketball at Missouri Southern, Mineral Area and Missouri Baptist University. After his playing career, Brev decided to focus fully on helping the next generation of athletes through performance training. He has joined my guy Leon Moody, who was on here for episode #2, at Supernatural Performance to help get athletes more agile, explosive and dominant. This convo was jam packed with tons of info for hoopers on nutrition, best exercises...
2026-04-191h 40The Grounded Theory Podcast029 with Mike Sutherland: Evolution of AAU, A1 Fitness and Training Pros at OTEMike Sutherland hooped and Lutheran North and graduated in 1999. From there he played at South East Missouri State. After his playing career, Mike dipped his toes in strength and conditioning training for the next generation of hoopers before falling in love with skills training as the owner of A1 Fitness. It was awesome to chop it up with him and have him share his knowledge of the game as well as hearing him express his willingness to seek out mentorship to learn and keep on getting better as a trainer. Mike is cool people. Extremely humble and great vibes...
2026-04-191h 45The Grounded Theory Podcast028 with Matt Enright: Austin Peay Commitment, Endure Hoops and Relationship with GodMatt Enright recently committed to Austin Peay University in Tennessee after 3 years at UMSL where he was part of very successful teams who made it to the Elite 8 and Sweet 16. Matt and I were teammates at Webster Groves High School where he would go on to win a state championship his senior year. He is also the owner of Endure Hoops where he does skills training for other players. We talked about the early skills training days at WITTS, going out to LA to train with Drew Hanlen and other NBA players, his journey to finding God and a...
2026-04-191h 12The Grounded Theory Podcast027 with Chris Forrest: Skills Training Through College Coach's Lens, Player Relationships and Buy InChris Forrest is the Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach at Missouri Baptist University. Before that he was a head coach at the high school level at Tower Grove Christian Academy as well as Lutheran North on the girls side. He also has 10+ years experience as a skills trainer which makes for an extremely unique perspective on the game. Christ is also a former coach and trainer of mine and has had a major impact on who I am as a trainer and a person so it was awesome to get to sit down and chop it up
2026-04-191h 46The Grounded Theory Podcast026 with Justin Mathes: State Championship Run, Leveraging Analytics and Protecting the CultureJustin Mathes is the head coach at Webster Groves High School where he is fresh off a 4th state title in 9 years. 2 as an assistant (2017 and 2018) and 2 as the head coach (2022 and 2025). This was an extremely insightful conversation about Xs and Os, coaching styles, analytics and lessons learned throughout the coaching journey. Including the time being the assistant under Hall of Fame coaches Jay Blossom and Scott Stallcup and the importance of continuing the culture after taking over the helm. I also played for Mathes during my time at Webster so it was very cool to sit down and...
2026-04-191h 29The Grounded Theory Podcast025 with Courtland Soll: Hooping in College, Walking With God and The Importance of FamilyIn high school Courtland played for McCluer North, Tower Grove Christian Academy and St. Louis Christian. In college he played at Rend Lake Community College, Illinois Central and Missouri Baptist UniversityNow he is a basketball trainer at Larry Hughes Basketball Academy, in the process of getting his NASM certification to be a personal trainer in the weight room, and the owner of Nxt Level Apparel, a Christian themed clothing brand. Follow @nxtlevelapparel_ on Instagram to stay tuned for a drop that's coming soonMy guy Courtland has a strong set of values, is a follower of Christ and the best...
2026-04-191h 50The Grounded Theory Podcast024 with Miles Nettles: Hooping in the TBL, Coaching at STLCC and the Importance of LoyaltyMiles Nettles aka Jet is an assistant coach at St. Louis Community College and plays in the TBL with the St. Louis GriffinsJet has moved the game forward as a player and continues to leave his mark as a coachGo follow my guy on IG @notjet5ive
2026-04-192h 08The Grounded Theory Podcast023 with Keyyaun Batchman: Life Lessons Learned Through Basketball, Mental Health, and Funk ApparelKeyyaun Batchman went to Chaminade high school, played for Brad Beal Elite and graduated in 2019. He went on to play in college at Mineral Area Junior College, Lindenwood University, Missouri Baptist University and Maryville University. We talk about the mental pressures of being an athlete. The role social media plays in it. The journey to trying to make it pro and the importance of getting outside our comfort zone. Key is the epitome of no Ls just lessons. Turning experiences into learning situations and becoming a better person because of it. Tons of life motivation bars in these 2 hours...
2026-04-192h 20The Grounded Theory Podcast022 with Adyn Prophete: God, Juco Basketball and His Keys to Getting BounceMy guy Adyn is a freshman guard at Neosho Community College in Chanute, Kansas. We talk about his journey to finding God, how it has helped his life and performance on the court, as well as the life of a JUCO hooper and how he got to throwing down east bays
2026-04-181h 42The Grounded Theory Podcast021 with DeMarco Barnett: Xs and Os, Raising Young Athletes, & The Importance of HonestyDeMarco Barnett has coached at U-City, North point, and with STL Phenom AAU team Go follow his training page on Instagram: @thepakbasketballAnd his personal: @coach_k.i
2026-04-182h 27The Grounded Theory Podcast020 with Lamarr Howard II: A Peak Behind the Curtain with a Basketball RefereeLamarr Howard is a basketball referee at the high school and college level. He also mentors the next generation of referees with Big Game Officials. On top of this he is a Webster Groves alumni so you know he's good peopleGo follow his IG: @game_official_howardhttps://www.biggameofficials.com
2026-04-182h 06The Grounded Theory Podcast019 with Alex King: Becoming a College Coach, Leading by Example, and No Ls Just LessonsAlex King is the 1st Assistant Coach at Jefferson College in Hillsboro Missouri Go get at him on IG: @alexking32
2026-04-182h 34The Grounded Theory Podcast018 with Trevor Lewis: Passing the Bar Exam, Practicing Discipline and Traveling OverseasGreat convo with a man of many experiences. We talked about studying for the bar exam, personal training at the Y, boxing, playing rugby watching the UFC in the Sphere, going to watch the olympics in France, learning the piano, buying art
2026-04-181h 31The Grounded Theory Podcast017 with Spencer Oldham: The Importance of Facing Adversity, Serving in the Army and Finding GodCollege coach, trainer, video editor/made mixtapes for hoopers, served in the Army and Military. He's done it all. Tons of insight and life lessons from my guy Spencer Instagram- @Righteouslifestyle314
2026-04-182h 25The Grounded Theory Podcast016 with Britt Booker: Owning an AAU Team, Chicago Hoops Culture, and Breeding Confident HoopersMy guy Britt Booker. Chicago born. Colorado State Defensive Player of the Year. Owner of Hoopville Basketball AAU Team. Instagram is @hoopvillebasketball24
2026-04-181h 41The Grounded Theory Podcast015 with Anthony Phiffer: The Importance of Solitude, Main Character Energy and Hannah MontanaYouTube: @OFFICIALMOTTOBANDZ @BeTheMottoPodcast Instagram: @OFFICIALMOTTOBANDZ @bethemotto@BeTheMottoPodcast
2026-04-181h 30The Grounded Theory Podcast014 with Cyrus Alexander: Vashon Basketball, Simple Living and ManifestingGo follow my guy Cyrus on Instagram @cy_juice He sells sea moss, pressed juices and herbs straight from the Caribbean
2026-04-181h 47The Grounded Theory Podcast013 with Cole Miller: Dropping out of College, Finding Direction in Life and Moving to VegasA masterclass on business and life with my brother Cole. Life philosophy/motivation and also a Patreon worthy breakdown of trading stock options, sales training, rental arbitrage, favorite entrepreneur and self improvement books
2026-04-182h 24The Grounded Theory Podcast012 with RJ Henderson: Goal Oriented Living, Keeping Quality Company and College CoachingRJ is currently the head manager for men's basketball at Eastern Illinois University (4/18/2026)
2026-04-181h 57The Grounded Theory Podcast011 with Max Reed: Muay Thai Boxing, Army Deployment and HalloweenInstagram @maxreed123_
2026-04-181h 24The Grounded Theory Podcast010: A Conversation with my Brother Marcus ThompsonWeren't able to use the microphones tonight but you know we gotta get this work in regardlessInstagram @marcusthompson10
2026-04-1837 minThe Grounded Theory Podcast009 with Michael Gulve: Webster Basketball, Beloit College and Semi Pro HoopsGulve is currently the assistant baseball coach at Washington University, a D3 here in St. Louis, Missouri (4/18/2026)
2026-04-182h 07The Grounded Theory Podcast008 with Malik Griffin: Guarding Monta Ellis, Importance of Goal Setting and Next Play MentalityInstagram @coachgriffintraining
2026-04-181h 38The Grounded Theory Podcast007 with Preston Ingram: Head Coach at Missouri Baptist, Coaching with Mokan and the Transfer PortalCoach Ingram most recently was the head coach at Maryville University, a D2 here in St. Louis, Missouri (4/18/2026)
2026-04-181h 47The Grounded Theory Podcast006 with Sean McGee: Indiana Hoop Scene, On Court Confidence and a Bitten ThumbTons of bars in this one about providing value on and off the court
2026-04-181h 18The Grounded Theory Podcast005 with Andre Webb: The Importance of Role Players, Faith and PatienceGo get at my guy Dre on Instagram @_andrewebb
2026-04-181h 21The Grounded Theory Podcast004 with Jahmouri Robinson: Missouri Baptist All Time Assist LeaderJahmouri Robinson is currently the head coach for the Parkway North varsity girls team here in St. Louis, Missouri (4/18/2026)
2026-04-181h 09The Grounded Theory Podcast003 with Sam Briscoe: CBC Head Coach, Mixtape Culture and Being a Pure Sweat TrainerSam Briscoe is currently an assistant coach at Drury University, a D2 in Springfield, Missouri (4/18/2026)
2026-04-181h 20The Grounded Theory Podcast002 Soul Food with Leon MoodyLeon Moody of Super Natural Performance. Speed, strength and agility training. Instagram @supernaturalmook
2026-04-182h 00The Grounded Theory Podcast001 with Javier Duren: Playing in the G League, Importance of his Faith, and UncrustablesJavier Duren played at Oakville High School in St. Louis, Missouri. He would go on to play at Yale University and then overseas professionally as well as a handful of stints in the NBA G League. In this conversation we talked about that journey, balancing academics and athletics, life lessons learned, the importance of his Faith and much more
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Permanent Record PodcastPermanent Record Trivia Showdown 2020Episode 102: Permanent Record Trivia Showdown 2020 Last year, Brian and Sarah competed against each other in the first-ever Permanent Record Trivia Showdown, presided over by the Quiz Master (secret identity: Brian and Sarah's longtime friend Hans Lemke). Listeners sent in questions, and a heated contest ensued, with lots of laughs along the way! The showdown was so much fun for Brian, Sarah, and the Quiz Master, that they decided to do it again in 2020! Once more, our hosts sent out the call for trivia questions, and many listeners responded! Special thanks go out to...
2020-03-2247 min