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Smash MastersEpisode 45 - Guest: Matt MyersWhat's up Smash Masters?? Make sure to set an alarm for 8pm Eastern every Monday so you never miss a live show of Smash Masters! If you miss it, we have the recordings on all the platforms, including audio recordings! This week we have Matt Myers on the show, so don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-241h 17
Smash MastersEpisode 18 - Guest: Matt Boyette, Dent SlayerWe did it Smash Masters!!! We got "Tool Maker of the Year" on the show tomorrow, Matt Boyette of Dent Slayer! He has shown real innovation with his ideas, and determination by bringing them to the industry. And we are thankful! Not to mention, a very skilled PDR tech! You may have caught his Rivian bedside repair video that went viral. He will be live with us on Monday August 19th at 8pm Eastern. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-261h 48
Smash MastersEpisode 17 - Guest: Matt DozoisWe can't wait for Monday, Smash Masters!!! We have a passionate collision tech on the show, Matt Dozois! He committed to quality repairs and repair methods, including techniques used in the PDR industry (like GPR) and we want to know more about his journey and motivations to do so! Plenty to talk about, even the collision industry as a whole. It'll be hard to limit it to just an hour! See you all then, Monday August 12, 2024 and 8pm Eastern! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-261h 07
Brotherly PodFrequent Flyer #147 "Pretzels"Mike, Manny and Dan return to talk Chuck Fletcher's appearance of 32 thoughts, Matt Niskanen retiring, Val Camillo leaving the Flyers, 76ers arena plans, more!2023-08-0656 min
Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsVaultedThis week the All-American and Olympics Trails qualifier in the pole vault, Tray Oates pulls a chair up to the table. Take a listen as the Samford alum talks about getting into vaulting, the importance of the coach-athelte relationship, how he chases his dream and the avenue he is taking to give back to the young up and coming crop of vaulters!2021-04-051h 12Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsImpactThis week Kelly Sullivan, Director of XC/TF at Seattle University pulls a chair up to the table. Coach Sullivan talks how he got into coaching, the impact you can have on an athletes life. The core values he has taken with him throughout his coaching journey, as well as the importance of a hat and a t-shirt. This one will definitely impact you.2021-03-221h 17Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsBlazing A PathThis week Olympian Bianca Knight pulls a chair up to the table. Bianca talks about her reasoning behind choosing the University of Texas and then leaving after her freshman indoor season. The importance of having a strong support system and most importantly Bianca's desire to give back to her home state of Mississippi and the your in track and field. We dive into.her BK Foundation and the BK Trackstar app she has created. Bianca is definitely blazing a new path.2021-03-151h 10Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsThe ScientistThe Scientist
Tom Schwartz, Tinman Elite
Season 2 Ep 9
This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with the Scientist himself Tom Schwartz, Head Coach of Tinman Elite.
We discuss how Coach Schwartz got into Coaching, the challenges the Tinman Elite group faces, and different avenues the sport of Track and Field could take to help its athletes qualify for National and Olympic events while still maintaining a normal racing schedule. We also walk back down memory lane on some of the best racing match ups in history.
This one is fast pace so hold on to your spot at...2021-03-081h 12Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsDialed InThis week we bring in one of the World's best Christian Taylor. The 2 time Olympic Gold Medalist and 4 time World Champion Triple Jumper sits down with the panel this week to discuss his background in athletics along with his mindset, approach and preparation for competition. He also discusses the current challenges for professionals in the sport of track and field and how as the president of the Athletics Association he is unifying and advancing the voice of Track and Field athletes world wide. Follow Christian's lead and get "dialed in" for this episode!
https...2021-03-011h 35Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsVisionThis week Amy Deem, Director of XC/Track and Field at the University of Miami pulls a chair up to the table. Coach Deem talks about her desire to be a coach since she was little. The challenges she has faced at the 'U' and Coach Deem thoughts on the current state of NCAA Track and Field!2021-02-221h 24Brotherly PodBrotherly Pod #83 "Arthur Staple Interview"Anthony and Dan return to talk with Arthur Staple of the Athletic about the Islanders improved play, Varlamov's early success, Matt Martin's role on the team, the Lamoriello/Trotz regime, Pulock/Pelech top pair, weak defensive depth, Sorokin's plan, reverse retro jerseys, more!2021-02-181h 02Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsPerseveranceThis week former NCAA 10k Champion, and runner up in the 2012 Olympic Trials (10k) Natosha Rogers pulls a chair up to the table. Natosha discusses the challenegs she faced at Texas A&M, the importance of having a proper support system around you in running and in life and why having unfiltered conversations with your Coach can go along way.2021-02-151h 18Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsBring It!This week Florida cross country coach and Assistant track and field coach Chris Solinsky pulls a chair up to the table. Take a listen as the former American Record holder at 10k speaks about what he learned from his trials and tribulations throughout his collegiate and professional career. As well as the drive it took Chris to stay at such an elite level. Think you can "Bring It"?2021-02-081h 31Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsTeacherThis week Walt Drenth, former Director of XC/TF at Michigan State pulls a chair to the table. Coach Drenth talks about the importance of having a work-life balance, the one thing Coaches should always remember the are and what not do if you are a freshman. A lot of hidden gems in this one, so many you may need to listen twice!!2021-02-011h 18Brotherly PodBrotherly Pod #76 "Eric Francis Interview"Anthony and Dan return with guest Eric Francis to talk Markstrom's solid start, Calgary's place in the North Division, Matt Tkachuk is a superstar, Johnny Gaudreau is "destined for Philly" the return on Blasty, Mark Giordano's decline, the Flames' playoff struggles, more!2021-01-261h 32Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsAmbitionThis week Chris Chavez pulls a chair up to the table. The track and field writer for SI, and host of the Citius Mag and Citius Podcast pulls a chair up to the table to discuss the 'Bill Simmons' side of track and field. Chris also discusses his writing and what his first question to Usain Bolt was. This one was a great change of pace with a lot to learn!2021-01-251h 16Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsGet Up, Stand Up!This week the incredible Russell Dinkens pulls a chair up to the table. We dive into Russell's athletic career at Princeton, his passion for advocacy and a moment that impacted his life from a young age. The passion Russell has for equality and advocacy is contagious and we hope you get as much out of this week's podcast as we did!2021-01-171h 20Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsReal WorkTo kick off the New Year, Ben Rosario, Head Coach/GM of the HOKA NAZ Elite team pulls a chair up to the table. We discuss the state of American Track and Field, the excitement of the new Pro Track Series and why it will work and how to become a professional coach....oh and stick around, there may or may not be some hidden outtakes after the show. 2021-01-111h 24
Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 27 - Burn The ShipsThis week we sit down with the brilliant Victoria Jackson a sports historian, NCAA Champion and former professional runner. In this episode we dig into where we've been throughout the history of collegiate athletics and how we got to this moment in Track and Field. This was a fun and incredibly engaging conversation which will encourage you to look at our sport through a historical lens in order to understand where we are and where we are headed. Sit back and enjoy! 2020-12-271h 28
The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections PodcastCHRISTMAS BONUS: Meeting of the Unknowing Minds EP18 'Hold Em or Fold Em'This episode we rebroadcast episode 18 of the Meeting of the Unknowing Minds podcast hosted by Matt Esche of UAB. Matt hosts a panel of track coaches including Tom Sage (VCU), Mike Erb (Indiana U), Scott Williamson (Nevada-Reno) and Darren Flowers (UT-RGV) to discuss pertinent topics in the world of track and field on a weekly basis. This episode their guest is Mike Cunningham, host of the Gill Athletics Connections podcast.
Mike and the panel discuss his background as a track coach and how he came to Gill Athletics, as well as hot topics for track and field...2020-12-251h 28Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 26 - The SwitchThis week...we get hijacked by the the very esteemed and sneaky Mike Cunningham (Gill Athletics) and Rhonda Riley (Duke University). They flip the script on the panel as we get to know more about the backgrounds of the coaches and members of The Meeting of The Unknowing Minds podcast. This was a riot...tune in, kick back and enjoy!!2020-12-201h 47
Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 25 - FaithThis week Coach Kenneth Cox, Associate AD for SA Mentorship and Head XC/TF at Birmingham Southern College, pulls a chair up to the table. We talk Coach Cox's history as an athlete and a coach. We also talk in depth with the issues and challenges Coach Cox has faced throughout his career. This one had us rooted in our chairs, eager to learn more. Pull up a chair and hear the passion and love Coach Cox has for what he does and the city he lives in.2020-12-141h 30Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 24 - Start Em' UpWe sit down this week with the new Dartmouth Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Porscha Dobson. After a storied collegiate career, Dobson is considered one of the best hurdlers in UNC History. Soon after UNC, she was climbing the ranks of the coaching world making stops at Seton Hall, Montclair State and Penn. She blazing a path all her own as she becomes the first black female Director in Ivy League History. We discuss her path in coaching, some of her greatest accomplishments and challenges along with the dynamics of walking into a new program and her vision for...2020-12-0600 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 23 - Curtain CallWe have the pleasure this week of sitting down with former Eastern New Mexico University President Jeff Elwell. Jeff is an educator, playwright and former track and field athlete. He has a deep passion for track and field and has served as a USATF official working SEC, Big 12 and NCAA Championship meets. This is an in depth look at how athletics fits into the context of a University's overall plan and particularly how Track and Field and Cross Country and other equivalency sports play a vital role bringing in money for universities through tuition/room and...2020-11-3000 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 22 - LegacyThis week Former All-American Running Back and Track and Field athlete at Notre Dame, Reggie Brooks pulls a chair up to the table. Reggie now serves as the Director of Student-Athlete Alumni Relations and Engagement at Notre Dame in addition to his duties as the Sports Administrator for Track and Field/Cross Country. This is a inside look into the world of athletics administration from a guy who knows athletics and knows coaches and athletes. We also dive into Reggie's time in college under Coach Lou Holtz, his transition to administration and what it means to part of a legacy. Buck...2020-11-2300 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 21 - Beat of a Different DrumWe have the honor this week of sitting down with USTFCCCA Cross Country President Vicki Mitchell from the University of Buffalo. We talk the recent cuts in Men's Track and Field at Clemson and then we dive into Coach Mitchell's incredible athletic career, her rise in the coaching ranks and the many challenges she overcame along the way. Sit back, relax and enjoy a chat with this truly inspirational coach and leader!2020-11-1600 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 20 - Head of the ClassWe have the honor and privilege of sitting down this week with legendary track and cross country coach Lance Harter of the University of Arkansas. Fresh off of his NCAA Titles in Cross Country and Track and Field, Coach Harter discusses his ascension to where he is now, how he manages his incredible squad, how he develops and hires young coaches and many other topics. This week we learn from the best! We hope you will too...enjoy! 2020-11-0800 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 19 - Up To The ChallengeThis week we sit down with Oregon State head coach Louie Quintana where he's quickly made an impact bringing the cross country program up to a record ranking of 6th and qualifying for NCAA's for the first time in school history. We talk about his rise into coaching including his time as an athlete and 9 time All-American at Villanova and his long tenure at Arizona State coaching the likes of Shelby Houlihan and Amy Hastings. We get into the ins and outs of his recruiting style, what it's like to move across the country, looking for new...2020-11-0200 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 18 - Hold Em or Fold EmJoining us this week is none other than Mike Cunningham of Gill Athletics. He serves as the National Sales Manager for Gill Athletics and is also the Host of the Gill Athletics: Connections Podcast. Mike has a lengthy resume as he spent time as a Head Track and Field Coach at Neosho County Community College, and also spent time at the NCAA Division 1 Level at Troy, Ball State and Mississippi State. Between coaching and Gill, Mike explored the world of professional poker, which we also dive into. This is one of the more entertaining podcasts...2020-10-2600 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 17 - Never SettleWe pull a seat up to the table with highly decorated athlete and coach Tonja Buford Bailey. In this high energy and candid conversation we discuss Tonja's career as both an athlete and a coach and some of the challenges she faces now coaching an elite track and field group in the "Covid" era. She provides an in depth look at what it takes to be an Olympic and World caliber athlete and make the transition to coaching both elite collegiate and professional athletes. Buckle up and enjoy this one! 2020-10-1900 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 16 - Protect, Move Forward and FightJoining us this week is Sam Seems, a man who has done so much for the sport of track and field and cross country and undoubtedly moved the coaching profession forward. Sam is the CEO of the USTFCCCA and has dedicated his life to track and field and cross country. His influence in our sport has been tremendous and he has been very outspoken about the recent cutting of programs. In this episode we discuss the state of the sport, the health of athletic departments in general, the USTFCCCA's accomplishments and challenges and what we can...2020-10-1200 minBrotherly PodBrotherly Pod #56 "Jesse Granger Interview"Anthony and Dan return to interview Jesse Granger from The Athletic to talk the Robin Lehner extension, the fate of Fleury, shedding cap, their first captain, the new third jerseys, then Matt Niskanen retires LIVE ON AIR and the guys' immediate reactions!2020-10-051h 13Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 15 - Climb To The TopHonored to sit down with former 100m World Record holder, Olympic Gold Medalist and current long time coach at the University of Houston Leroy Burrell. Burrell currently serves as the USTFCCCA President and has become an influential voice in the sport of track and field. In this highly entertaining episode we talk about Burrell's career as an athlete, coach, the current state of track and cross country, and Carl Lewis' briefcase size cell phone. Pull a seat up to the table and enjoy this candid and insightful conversation.2020-10-0400 minBrotherly PodBrotherly Pod #55 "Josh Yohe Interview"Anthony and Dan return to talk to Josh Yohe of The Athletic Pittsburgh about the recent Matheson for Hornqvist trade, Kapanen, the long-term future of the Penguins, dealing away Matt Murray, assorted offseason rumors, will Crosby and Malkin finish their careers in Pittsburgh, more!2020-10-011h 11Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 14 - Are You On The Menu?In a time where programs within athletic departments are being cut and opportunities ripped away from young men and women, who better to have at the table than Hall of Famer and legendary University of Minnesota Track and Field/Cross Country Coach Gary Wilson. This is a very colorful conversation about the long and winding road of being a college track coach, the value of building relationships and how to fight for the survival of the sport we love! You are either the one at the table or you are the one on the menu....which one...2020-09-271h 16Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 13 - Call To ArmsThis week's conversation could not have come at a more important time as we sit down with coaching legend Vin Lananna. Vin brings an incredible perspective to what is currently going on in the sport of collegiate track and field and cross country having made stops at Stanford, Oregon and currently at the University of Virginia. He's currently the president of USA Track & Field and has also served as head coach for the USA World Cross Country Team, World Track and Field Team and recently 2016 Olympic Team in Rio de Janeiro. In a time where...2020-09-211h 10Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 12 - Climate ChangeThis week we sit down with the multi-talented Kevin Hadsell. He has some great ideas about the landscape of track and field and dives into his new role with the American Track League along with how coaches can better brand themselves and their programs. This was a whirlwind 90 minutes with some thought provoking and candid conversations. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride, we sure did!2020-09-141h 33Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 11 - Culture WinsThis week the man, the myth Coach Paul Vandersteen pulls a chair up to the table. The legendary Neuqua Valley (Illinois) Head Boys XC/Track Coach talks how to build a team from 20 to 130+. How to get sprinters to run Cross Country, when did he know his 2007 IHSA State Championship team had what it took to win the State and NXN title. Too, laying out his expectations for a college coach recruiting high school athletes. Tons of in-depth info. Pull up a chair and let's get the discussion rolling...2020-09-071h 12Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 10 - Many Roads To RomeThe panel sits down with Duke University Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach Rhonda Riley and Head Women's Soccer Coach at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Erica Demers. This was an incredible discussion about the journey and path that both of these coaches have taken in their careers and how they have come to be masters of their craft and forces of influence in both of their given sports. Tons of great knowledge shared in this episode!2020-08-311h 04
Alone Together - A Coronavirus PodcastCan the music industry survive?The music industry, like many other industries, is under threat due to the Covid-19 pandemic.Live music supports 200,000 jobs in the UK - but 60% of those are now under threat.On this episode of Alone Together, Dan McLaughlin and Matt Millard look at the challenges that music is facing - and what can be done to resolve them.London-based singer-songwriter and recording artist Aymee Weir chats to Matt about her experiences as a musician in lockdown - and what her plans are for the future.Michael Webster, who runs record label Bread...2020-08-2739 minOff Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 9 - MeatheadsWe use the term 'Meatheads' very lovingly as a self described, bearded Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at UAB Blake Klotz talks S&C. How he feels about working with XC/TF athletes, and challenges that coaches on both sides of the isle face. A great topic the panel has been waiting for a long time to discus!2020-08-241h 09Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 8 - The Power of 10World class coach and combined event specialist Andy Eggerth pulls a chair up to the table this week along with American Record Holder in the Decathlon Jordan Gray. This is an incredibly in depth and candid conversation about the challenges that many coaches and athletes face when making the transition from the college scene to the pro ranks. We also discuss inequality in the combined events and a push to make the decathlon a more prominent event in women's track and field. Hold on tight...this is a fun one!!2020-08-161h 14Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 7 - Think Outside The BoxThe panel sits down with the legendary Mike Jay - XC/Track and Field veteran/announcer and founder of Track Guy Foundation. Mike brings a wealth of history, experience and knowledge to the conversation. This one is worth every minute. Hope you enjoy his stories as much as we did! Stay to the end to learn even more....2020-08-101h 21Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 6 Go For Gold!The Panel sits down with Mizzou Coach Marc Burns and Nike/Bowerman Track Club star Karissa Schweizer. We discuss Coach Burns humble beginnings and journey as a collegiate coach as well as his experience with Karissa and her development as an athlete. We also talk with Karissa about the transition from collegiate to professional track and field and what it is like to be running at such a high level in the midst of a pandemic. This Episode is Pure Gold!2020-07-311h 07Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 5 - Blow It Up and Start Over!We talk to Director of Track and Field and Cross Country at Washburn University (D2) Cameron Babb. Then discuss new ways to bring Track and Field to the people with former UVA Head Coac Bryan Fetzer. Great discussion from the panel and our guests, this one could have gone on for hours!2020-07-271h 16Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 4 - New LandscapeThis week we talk with Cal State - East Bay's Sue Bateson. Discuss the ever changing landscape of college athletics and track and field and cook up some interesting ideas about how we can move forward.2020-07-191h 16Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp 3 - Tortoise and the HairWe talk about getting your hair cut in the Covid Era. Talk with Elaine Derricott of Monmouth Tracka and field. Our coaching origins amongst other hot topics in the NCAA and Track and Field.2020-07-121h 16Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsEp2 - Special DeliveryWe debate pizza delivery and recruiting. Plus add in a couple new guests, Jordon Andreassen (UAB) and Elaine Derricott (Monmouth).2020-07-061h 04Off Track: Meeting of the Unknowing MindsJavelin FireWe cover life in COVID, issues with track meets and well how to make them more exciting!2020-06-301h 02The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast#41: Matt Esche-University of Alabama-BirminghamSome audio issues won't get in our way! Great talking with Matt Esche of UAB in today's episode. We had some audio problems on his end, but we muscled through it. We learn of his background running Foot Locker nationals and running for the legendary Larry Wieczorek at the University of Iowa. Then we take a deeper dive into developing a cross country program, Matt's opinion on the ideal roster size, and why it's not as simple as it sounds to pad the cross country roster for Title IX purposes. At the end we get a look at the up...2020-05-291h 09Brotherly PodBrotherly Pod #11 "Mouth Chlamydia"In this crossover episode, Angry Jim and Bobby Thomas join Dan to talk Kevin Hayes' contract, Matt Niskanen, Justin Braun, rant about Flyers twitter, and live coverage of the NHL Awards!2019-06-2055 min