Shows
Tech of SportsColton and Matt Christman, Top Pitching Recruit and DadColton and Matt Christman, the father and son baseball duo from La Vegas, join Rick this week.
Colton, a hard-throwing left-handed pitcher recently signed with LSU. He’s also a great student.
Rick talks to father and son about youth baseball, the recruiting process and training.
A fun interview and informative for anyone raising a baseball player or athlete.
2025-12-1509 minTech of SportsBrian Farrell, Big Green EggRick is joined by Brian Farrell, Big Green Egg Sales Manager, this week.
Big Green Egg is the world’s leading manufacturer of the premier ceramic outdoor cooking system, renowned for its durability, passionate customer base, and exceptional culinary results. From humble beginnings in a single store in Atlanta, it has expanded to a global live-fire cooking phenomenon in over fifty countries. Ideal for both home cooks and culinary enthusiasts, The Big Green Egg is the top choice worldwide because of its commitment to eco-friendly live-fire cooking with 100% all-natural lump charcoal. For more information, visit www.BigGreenEgg.com...
2025-10-2906 minTech of SportsRich Mueller, Sports Collectors Daily on the National Sports Collectors ConventionRick is joined by Rich Mueller, editor and founder of Sports Collectors Daily for his annual visit before The National.
It’s the 45th National.
Sports Collectors Daily offers a heaping helping of sports collecting news daily. We publish completely original sports collecting news stories you won’t see anywhere else.
At least 20 fresh pieces of content are added over the course of one week alone thanks in part to some talented writers, contacts inside and outside the industry and a good old fashioned nose for news. We measure our annual page views in th...
2025-07-2516 min2025-04-2706 minTech of SportsWild Bill Saving Lives on the Slopes as Part of the National Ski PatrolRick catches up with one of his favorite characters this week… Wild Bill from the National Ski Patrol.
The National Ski Patrol not keeps skiers safe on the slopes of North America, but also are first responders when something goes wrong.
Mission
To ensure the safety and well-being of individuals engaged in skiing, snowboarding or biking activities, through education, rescue services, and community support.
Vision
To be the preeminent provider of outdoor safety and rescue education, empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to ensure their safety and the sa...
2024-12-0506 minTech of SportsSteve Torrence, NHRA Drag Racer at SEMARick talks with NHRA drag racer, Steve Torrence at the massive SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Steve and his dad race for the same team and he’s still in contention for the NHRA title with one race remaining.
The most dominant Top Fuel Driver of this decade
Steve Torrence’s rise to the pinnacle of drag racing success is one of the great Horatio Alger moments in American motorsports.
Diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma as a teenager, he underwent months of radiation and chemotherapy treatment before emerging cancer free and ready to make...
2024-11-0703 minTech of SportsSteve Mays, Founders Group International PresidentFGI president Steve Mays joins Rick this week.
FGI is Myrtle Beach’s largest ownership group with 21 golf courses and Mays has led the company’s push to renovate its courses to ensure a great vacation experience.
Pine Lakes, Grande Dunes, Pawleys Plantation and King’s North at Myrtle Beach National are among the 11 FGI courses that have enjoyed significant capital improvement
Steve has made reinvesting in golf courses a major FGI priority. King’s North follows Pawleys Plantation, Grande Dunes, Pine Lakes and River Hills in being the beneficiary of renovations in the last...
2024-10-2900 minTech of SportsWarren Moon, NFL Hall of Famer, on His Fans and CollectiblesRick had the chance to catch up with former NFL great, Warren Moon at Fanatics Fest in New York.
He played professionally for 23 seasons, spending the majority of his career with the Houston Oilers of the and the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League. Moon also played for the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, the Seattle Seahawks, and the Kansas City Chiefs. He remains one of the greatest undrafted players in NFL history.
He had success during his six CFL seasons, five of which ended in Grey Cup victories, resulted in him being signed by th...
2024-09-0801 minTech of SportsRene Nezhoda, Storage Wars, National Sports Collectors ConventionRick talks with Rene Nezhoda on the floor of the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland.
Rene and Casey Nezhoda have been married for 16 years and are the owners of a 7,000 square foot shop called Bargain Hunters Thrift Store in San Diego, California.
One of the first things people notice about Rene is his accent, but the second is his buying prowess. With a big bankroll and an extensive knowledge of secondhand sales, Rene is a veteran buyer who doesn’t back down for anyone. Rene’s been buying and selling storage units since the age...
2024-08-1003 minTech of SportsRich Mueller, Sports Collectors Daily, on 2024 NSCCWith less than two weeks until the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, joined by Rick Mueller, editor of Sports Collectors Daily, to talk about the show and more.
This year, back in Cleveland, July 24-28, the National Sports Collectors Convention stands as an annual rendezvous for collectors, dealers, and all enthusiasts passionate about trading cards, autographs, and related memorabilia. In 1980, a small group of collectors convened in a modest hotel ballroom at the Los Angeles International Airport Marriott, marking the inaugural National Sports Collectors Convention.
Since those humble beginnings, The National has evolved into...
2024-07-1320 minTech of SportsJon Reinman, Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon and now ‘The Garden’s Always Greener: Another NBA Timeline’Rick is joined by author and writer, Jon Reinman, this week. Reinman is a writer for the Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon and WWE.
He has a new book out.
‘The Garden’s Always Greener: Another NBA Timeline’
What people have to say about the book
“I always read a writers material before I decide to meet with them. I decided to meet with Jon Rineman. That should tell you everything you need to know. Case closed. Enjoy the book.”
– Jay Leno
“This book brings together three of my favorite pastimes: play...
2024-07-0109 minTech of SportsBrian Knudtson, Track Coach, New Sculptor, High School Friend of RickA pleasure to be joined this week, by an old friend from Racine Case High School, Brian Knudtson.
Brian and Rick shared a homeroom for four years in high school.
Brian has gone on to be a popular teacher and track coach in the Royall School District in Wisconsin.
Brian was a standout athlete in high school and discusses what it it like now to coach Track and Field at a small school.
He also decided to show his creative side and made some unique track and field sculptures. We talk...
2024-06-1015 minTech of SportsDr. Erin Shannon for Bimini HydrotherapyRick talks to Dr. Erin Shannon this week.
Dr. Erin Shannon is a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and an Energy Medicine Practitioner with 30 Degrees/ Certifications in Integrated Alternative Medicine Techniques for Deep Healing. She specializes in Sports Psychology for Professional Sports Organizations, Athletes, and their families.
A Summa Cum Laude graduate of both Loyola Marymount University and Pepperdine University, specializing in both traditional psychotherapy as well as cutting edge mind-body techniques and energy medicine. She offers multiple techniques to optimize performance, resolve chronic pain, speed injury recovery, resolve relational discord, unwanted habits, and patterns, medical-related...
2024-05-1311 minTech of SportsTony Verutti, CEO of BetterguardsRick talks ankles this week with Tony Verutti, CEO of Betterguards.
Founded in 2014, Betterguards is a next-generation sports technology company led by CEO Tony Verutti. As CEO, Verutti brings both extensive experience in leading international operations, business development, and global licensing, with a dedicated commitment to sustainability. He spent the first decade of his career in management consulting working with high-tech firms throughout Silicon Valley before earning his International MBA from SDA Bocconi in Milan, Italy. His vision and leadership will be instrumental in overseeing all business functions across Europe and the U.S. while establishing the...
2024-02-1308 minTech of SportsClayton Trutor, Author, Boston Ball: Rick Pitino, Jim Calhoun, Gary Williams, and the Forgotten Cradle of Basketball CoachesRick talks to Clayton Trutor this week.
He has a new basketball book.
Boston Ball: Rick Pitino, Jim Calhoun, Gary Williams, and the Forgotten Cradle of Basketball Coaches.
Rick Pitino, Jim Calhoun, and Gary Williams played no small role in the making of modern college basketball. Collectively, they’ve won more than 2,300 games and six national championships and reached thirteen Final Fours. All three have been enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Pitino, Calhoun, and Williams each spent more than two decades on the national stage, becoming celebrities in their own right as...
2023-09-2510 minTech of SportsMolly McCage, Athletes Unlimited Pro VolleyballRick is joined by Molly McCage this week.
Molly is a All-American out of University of Texas Austin, three-time AVCA All-America Selection and currently getting ready for the Athletes Unlimited volleyball season. She is is a member of the Athletes Unlimited Volleyball Player Executive Committee and comes from a family of athletes. During her time at Texas, she majored in corporate communications. Beyond sports, she advocates for sustainable fashion and ethical shopping. Her personal interests encompass reading, cooking, and cherishing moments with her dog.
She talks with Rick from an appearance she did at the...
2023-09-1803 minTech of SportsKeith Marshall, co-CEO of The Players’ Lounge, Former UGA Football, Former NFLRick is joined by Keith Marshall, former University of Georgia football player, former NFL player and now Co-CEO of The Players’ Lounge, a NIL-focused platform built to empower relationships between current and former college athletes.
Rick was able to attend a panel with Keith in Alpharetta, Ga. Talking about the current NIL landscape, how to best work with student-athletes and how to build a business in the collegiate space. Keith was joined by Matt Hibbs, CEO of Classic City Collective, Chris Smith, Student-Athlete at the University of Georgia, and panel moderator, Kim Hartsock, Office Managing Member of AC...
2023-02-1506 minTech of SportsMickie James, Wresting Legend, Impact Wrestling, 10X World ChampRick is joined by wresting legend, Mickie James this week.
James is one of the most recognizable wrestlers in the world and a 10-time Women’s World Champion, Mickie James has been wrestling for more than two decades, including multiple title runs in WWE and IMPACT Wrestling. She has been wrestling since 1999 and has been a multi-time winner of the Woman Wrestler of the Year award. Away from the ring, James is a renowned country music singer, perhaps best known for her hit single “Hardcore Country.” She is an inductee into the Native American Music Awards Hall of Fam...
2023-01-1009 minTech of SportsAndrei Duarte, College to Pro Tennis, Atlanta OpenRick is joined by a great guest this week. Georgia State men’s tennis fifth-year senior Andrei Duarte, who was awarded a main draw doubles wild card for the 2022 Atlanta Open as announced by the professional men’s tennis tournament and tournament director Eddie Gonzalez. Duarte will pair with Alvaro Regalado of Columbus State to compete in the ATP 250 Tour event against a pair of ATP Tour Pros on July 26.
He also talks to Rick about his compelling story and more.
Duarte joins former Panthers men’s tennis player Zack Kennedy as the latest GSU tennis...
2022-07-2007 minTech of SportsJane Velez-Mitchell, Former Cable News Host, UnchainedTVRick is joined by former CNN Headline News’ Jane Velez-Mitchell this week to talk about her new venture.
Jane Velez-Mitchell, award-winning TV journalist, New York Times bestselling author and former CNN Headline News anchor, has launched a new streaming network called UnchainedTV. This network is FREE and does not require any emails, subscriptions, or disclosure of personal information to watch. How does she do this, you may ask? It is all done through her non-profit organization, here to expand your mind and transform your lifestyle. This channel offers documentaries, cooking shows, travelogues, talk shows and music videos. It...
2022-06-2211 minTech of SportsAron Solomon, Legal Expert on the Brittney Griner ChargesWNBA star Brittney Griner was arrested a month ago in Moscow’s main airport. On Thursday it was announced that she would be held without trial until at least May 19th. She currently faces charges that could carry a sentence of up to 10-years in prison.
Upon arrival in Moscow during her seventh season playing professional basketball in Russia during the WNBA’s off-season, Griner was arrested for allegedly possessing cartridges containing ‘liquid with hashish oil’, according to the customs service.
Rick is joined by legal expert, Aron Solomon, to talk about Griner and her charges...
2022-03-2409 minTech of SportsKyle Groth, CEO of WhiskersRick is joined this week on ‘Tech of Sports’ by Kyle Groth, CEO of Whiskers.
Whiskers’ Made-in-the-USA golf laces coordinate in style and color with the footwear and apparel brands PGA Tour players and amateur golfers’ wear. Crafted with ultra-durable poly-nylon tech weave and high-grade aglets, they are available in multiple styles, flat and oval shapes, and 30- to 45-inch lengths. Best sellers include navy and light blue, orange and white, berry and black, green and blue, and purple and pink. They also come in color palettes of college and professional sports teams.
“PGA Tour players an...
2022-03-1508 minTech of SportsMark DiMassimo , DiGo on March Madness Advertising Strategies and BrandingRick is joined by Mark DiMassimo of DiGo this week.
March 13th is the start of March Madness, and as many fans begin thinking about their brackets, companies should also begin thinking about their advertising strategies.
How can companies use advertising during March Madness to ensure desired behavior changes are met among consumers?
Mark DiMassimo, Founder & Creative Chief of DiGo, a creative agency promoting better habits by building businesses using Positive Behavior Change marketing can give an in-depth look into:
Consumer habits companies should consider when advertising during March Madness
...
2022-03-1013 minTech of SportsAquil Abdullah, Olympian, First African American Male Team USA Rowing and HydrowRick is joined by former Olympic rower, Aquil Abdullah this week.
He was appearing at CES 2022 at the Hydrow booth.
Hydrow, the leading and only at-home connected rower that streams the live on-water experience of rowing live to users home had a great area at CES this year.
The booth was equipped with the brands’ category-leading rowers built on patented electromagnetic tech that auto adjusts 240 times per second to mimic the feeling of being on the water. It’s here where I had the opportunity to talk with Abdullah. We talked his career, the...
2022-02-1707 minTech of SportsDJ Mitchell, Former Major League Pitcher, RockBox FitnessRick is joined by former Major League pitcher and owner of the latest RockBox Fitness, DJ Mitchell.
Fitness in Marietta, Ga. will never be the same.
A former college, Minor League and Major League pitcher, DJ has many great stories to share and his unique philosophy when it comes to fitness. DJ worked his way up through the Yankee organization and hold the rare distinction of being traded for a future Hall of Famer when he was part of a trade for Ichiro Suzuki to the Mariners.
When Mitchell moved to Atlanta he...
2022-02-0909 minTech of SportsJeff Morin, CEO and Co-Founder of LiteboxerRick is joined by Jeff Morin this week on ‘Tech of Sports.’
Jeff us the CEO and Co-Founder of Liteboxer.
Liteboxer uses technology to bring about positive and lasting change through fitness. Punch into a new routine. Punch past your limitations.
Jeff Morin is a MIT-educated engineer and certified personal trainer with an eye for both physical and technological performance. Jeff led manufacturing at DEKA and Formlabs prior to co-founding Liteboxer.
At CES, Liteboxer announced its virtual reality offering called Liteboxer VR available on Quest 2.
The fully immersive fitness expe...
2022-01-2005 minTech of SportsPhilippe Etienne, French Ambassador to US on French Tech at CES 2022, 2024 Paris Olympics and moreRick talks with the Ambassador of France to the US, Philippe Etienne this week on ‘Tech of Sports.’
Étienne served as chief diplomatic adviser to the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, from 2017 to 2019. He was nominated as ambassador of France in the United States effective September 2019.
He was in Las Vegas last week leading the French Tech delegation, which was huge. Lots of innovation and potential from France and putting #greentech front and center.
France is the leading European country in terms of number of green start-ups as well as legal and tax refor...
2022-01-1302 minTech of SportsGabby Thomas, Olympian, Lenovo’s ‘Just Watch Us’ CampaignRick is joined by Gabby Thomas this week. Thomas won both a silver and bronze in Tokyo and is the third fastest woman all-time in the 200 meters.
A graduate of Harvard University, she studied neurobiology and global health as an undergraduate. While at Harvard, Thomas won 22 conference titles across her three years of athletics in six different events, setting the school and Ivy League records in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and the indoor 60 meters. She is now doing postgraduate work at the University of Texas.
Gabby is partnering with Lenovo for a new campaign.
...
2022-01-0710 minTech of SportsPaul Shirley, Author, ‘The Process is the Product’ and Basketball OpinionsRick is joined by Paul Shirley this week as he has a new book!
The Process is the Product.
Here’s the lesson Paul Shirley has learned: it doesn’t matter if it’s professional sports, writing, public speaking, engineering, or acting—there will never be enough money, fame, or success to justify all the work if you can’t enjoy the work itself. You have to fall in love with the process.
In The Process Is The Product, Paul shares the stories of failure and rebirth that have taught him this lesson with one g...
2021-12-3113 minTech of SportsHolly Sonders, Golf Personality, Model, Social MediaRick is joined this week on “Tech of Sports” by former Golf Channel and FOX Sports broadcaster, Holly Sonders. Her story is an incredible one, rising to fame through golf broadcasting and becoming one of the first “womenpreneurs” in the Sports and modeling world through social media.
Holly is candid and insightful as the former college golfer talks about NIL deals, how she is using social media as a female entrepreneur creating a multi-million dollar business online. Her new love interest with Celebrity Boxer Oscar de la Hoya and how she helped him when he had COVID and was...
2021-12-1612 minTech of SportsJack Oswald, Founder of Cancha BagsRick is joined by Jack Oswald of Cancha Bags this week.
After nearly a decade of traveling the world on the men’s pro tennis circuit, Oswald grew tired of experiencing the downfalls of traditional tennis bags: broken zips, loose stitching, uncomfortable straps and a ‘one-size fits all’ mentality that let him and others down time and time again.
With a creative idea and entrepreneurial spirit, Oswald set out to create a uniquely adaptable, highly durable and customizable tennis and sports bag that could be used not only for avid and competitive tennis players but also f...
2021-12-0112 minTech of SportsJay Leonard, Complex General Manager at Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney SpringsSports and leisure travel and more with longtime hotel GM, Jay Leonard.
Jay is the Complex General Manager at the Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort. A unique and fantastic property.
He is a great guest, has done it all in the hospitality industry, a big sports fan and “gets it” when it comes to what guests want when they travel.
Immerse yourself in fantasy, fun, and family-friendly adventure at our Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area hotel. With amenities that include extensive leisure facilities, several restaurants, and conf...
2021-11-1710 minTech of SportsFormer NBA Great Baron Davis and Amanda Brinkman, Small Business Revolution: Season 6The award-winning, Emmy-nominated Small Business Revolution is back! For the past five years, Deluxe has helped revitalize small businesses in communities across the US, including Fredonia, NY, Alton, Illinois and Searcy, AR. Lucky small businesses were selected to receive business, marketing, operational, technical and sometimes financial guidance to take them to the next level. In Season 6, the show applies lessons learned over the last five seasons to six Black-owned small businesses in communities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota.
As with previous seasons, hosts Amanda Brinkman and newcomer, former-NBA star and entrepreneur Baron Davis will provide business tools...
2021-11-1107 minTech of SportsLes Peek, Peek’ Size Football Guide, 81st YearIn 1928, when Earnest Wilburn Peek began publishing the football guides of Franklin, Tennessee High School and Battle Ground Academy, he never dreamed that he was embarking on a life-long vocation. Nor did he anticipate in 1939 that his early printing efforts would evolve into the now famous PEEK’SIZE FOOTBALL GUIDE, that has been published in 28 states, (including Hawaii) with circulation numbers that swelled to more than 600,000 annually.
Rick talks with Earnest’s son, Les Peek this week. In it’s 81st year, it’s still being published today. Even with the internet and everyone carrying smartphones, the Peek’ Si...
2021-10-2906 minTech of SportsKim Carducci, Author, Former D1 Swimmer on Athletes and Mental HealthRick is joined by Kim Carducci this week and she has a new book!
Carducci’s debut book, The I of the Tiger, is out and it goes into depth about the mental health aspect of being a top performing athlete and offers ways athletes can manage their minds.
Carducci was able to rise above her darkest moments after retiring as a D1 swimmer at the University of North Carolina but many top sports competitors don’t. In The I of the Tiger, Carducci uncovers the many layers, fears, insecurities, and complexities the athlete identity prod...
2021-10-1408 minTech of SportsAndrea Kremer, Award Winning Sports Journalist, NFL Thursday Night and MoreRick is joined by Andrea Kremer this week.
Andrea Kremer and Hannah Storm became the first-ever female duo to call an NFL game in 2018, and are two of the most accomplished sports journalists in the business. They are back for their fourth year of calling Thursday Night Football on Prime Video, and speak to their legendary careers, their outlook for the season, as well as new ways for fans to explore and enjoy Thursday Night Football!
From the early season division rivalry game between the Seahawks and the Rams to the mid-winter battle between the...
2021-10-0600 minTech of SportsSteve Grad, Pawn Stars and Authenticator for Beckett Authentication ServicesIf you’ve seen Pawn Stars, you’ve seen Steve Grad authenticate autographs. In my opinion, the premiere autograph authenticator in the world.
Grad joins me from Industry Summit in Las Vegas to talk about what’s hot in autographs and some of the current topics in authentication. That includes talking Michael Jordan autographs and how many fakes are out in the wild.
Since 2013, whenever someone brings in an autographed item of significance Rick Harrison of Pawn Stars will “call his guy”, which is Steve Grad.
“In the world of collecting, my opinion might mean s...
2021-09-2212 minTech of SportsScott Shipley, Olympian, Montgomery Whitewater CenterRick is joined by Olympian, Scott Shipley this week to talk about a new exciting whitewater facility in Montgomery, Alabama.
The center, currently under construction in Montgomery, AL, is the future training ground of Olympians.
Easily accessible from 1-85 and 1-65 exits, the Montgomery Whitewater Center is a world-class outdoor activities center within walking distance of the city’s burgeoning downtown. The development, which broke ground in June 2021 and is scheduled to be completed in 2023, will be anchored by an Olympic-standard recirculating whitewater course, which will allow users of all ages and skillsets to participate at...
2021-09-0811 minTech of SportsMark Merklein, Grip MDGrip MD is a revolutionary new unique training device developed by two former collegiate tennis stars with the goal to aid players of all levels how to perfect the proper volley, serve, and slice grip.
Grip MD is the creation of former ATP World Tour doubles No. 38 and NCAA Champion Mark Merklein and former Notre Dame No. 1 Matt Daly. The device simply slips on to the handle of the racket, allowing the player to feel the perfect Continental grip. The Continental grip is used for the slice, serve and volleys in tennis and is vital to a...
2021-09-0309 minTech of SportsChristopher Clarey, Author “THE MASTER: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer”Chris Clarey joins Rick this week to talk a little tennis and his new book on Roger Federer.
There have been other biographies of Roger Federer, but never one with this kind of access to the man himself, his support team, and the most prominent figures in the game, including such rivals as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Roddick. In THE MASTER: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer (Twelve, August 24, 2021), New York Times correspondent Christopher Clarey sits down with Federer and those closest to him to tell the story of the greatest player in men’s te...
2021-08-2412 minTech of SportsChris Ivy, Heritage Auctions’ Blazing Summer Platinum Night AuctionSports collecting has reached a fever pitch, and Chris Ivy of Heritage Auctions is here to talk with Rick.
Lots to talk about.
$20 million worth of sports history will be up for grabs when Dallas-based Heritage Auctions conducts its star-studded Summer Platinum Auction which is underway and continues through August 21-22. The event features a treasure-trove of sports memorabilia including a vintage Babe Ruth rookie trading card worth more than $1 million, the finest known baseball signed by Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe, Magic Johnson’s title-clinching jersey from his rookie season with the Lakers, another $1 mi...
2021-08-1800 minTech of SportsAlex Alt, Oracle, Getting Back to Normal Travel?Rick is joined by Alex Alt of Oracle this week.
Oracle is helping Americans travel!
In May, 24% of respondents said they planned to travel immediately, and 31% in the next one to three months. The takeaway? 55% are ready to roam in time for Independence Day.
Stars, Stripes…and Shots: Over 3/4 (77%) of North American consumers said a COVID-19 vaccination is very or somewhat important in giving them the peace of mind to travel; almost 1/5 (18%) will not get on a plane until they are fully vaccinated.
Rentals Reduce Travel Anxiety: 54% of travelers said they pl...
2021-08-1200 minTech of SportsJason Bailey, Radio Personality, Inventor of My Court CaddyRick has a great guest this week!
Atlanta Radio Personality, Truist Atlanta Open presented by Fiserv tournament MC, and avid tennis player, Jason Bailey, who can now add “Inventor” to his resume.
Inventor?
The 46-year old radio personality has created a revolutionary new tennis product called “My Court Caddy.” It’s available for pre-order now!
It turns out, Bailey finally had enough with that dreadful third ball while on the tennis court. Maybe someone didn’t pick it up during play, and in times of a pandemic, he needed a safe place to put...
2021-08-0600 minTech of SportsBob Boylan, Author ‘4 Ideas with Actionable Wisdom’Our thoughts define who we are. But for many of us, thoughts of work and the things we need to get done consume our waking hours. How can we achieve a more balanced life if we are so overwhelmed?
This is where Bob Boylan and his new book, 4 Ideas With Actionable Wisdom, come in, offering concrete, actionable suggestions from which readers of all ages can benefit.
Rick talks to Bob this week!
“People don’t realize that they’re actually living in ‘white water,’” Boylan says. “Busyness has become their normal. They don’t realize that t...
2021-07-2100 minTech of SportsScott Cowdrey, Recreation and Wellness at Reynolds Lake OconeeRick and Scott have a great discussion.
Scott is Director of Recreation and Wellness at Reynolds Lake Oconee, but he’s so much more to Reynolds.
Previously he opened the Golden Door Spa & Fitness in the Waldorf Astoria Park City, Utah, traveling the United States for six years working to turn spa and fitness operations in the right direction for Hilton Worldwide, and running his own consulting business where he continued to help various spa and fitness operations. One of Cowdrey’s assignments was at the La Quinta Resort & Club, where he met Lon Grundy, Reyn...
2021-07-1500 minTech of SportsBJ Pilling, CEO of GoFan, High School TicketingBJ Pilling is CEO of Atlanta-based GoFan, one of the top digital ticketing companies for high school sports events. He joins Rick to talk about the busy year they’ve already had in 2021 and what the rest of the year has in store.
GoFan is a tech company and a sports company, providing digital ticketing for high school sports and other events nationwide. Digital ticketing has grown quickly over the last five years, but the pandemic really accelerated the pace.
BJ talks about how the technology works, the value for schools, how much money schools wi...
2021-07-0700 minTech of SportsFelix Breitschädel, PhD, Norwegian Olympic Sports Centre · Technology & Equipment on GelSightRick talks with Felix Breitschädel, PhD, Norwegian Olympic Sports Centre this week on ‘Tech of Sports.’
How are Norwegian athletes preparing for the Olympics? Both the summer games and the winter games.
The Norwegian Ski Team is utilizing unique tech to give their skiers an edge on the slopes by arming them with detailed data, thanks to GelSight – whose handheld 3D measurement device the Norwegian ski team is using to quite literally, measure snow.
The country of Norway loves its sports and Felix is making sure Norway’s athletes have all the latest te...
2021-07-0100 minTech of SportsDr. Stephen Liu, FORME and the Forme TourRick talks with Dr. Stephen Liu this week, the man behind FORME and the Forme Tour.
FORME is a transformative solution to daily posture training and lifestyle improvement and Dr. Liu. Additionally, Forme has created the PGA Tour sanctioned Forme Tour to help disadvantaged, minority and Canadian players boost their careers. The top 5 point earners are exempt into the Korn Ferry Tour so a good opportunity for a bunch of golfers who need it.
With athletes in mind, Forme, founded by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Liu, created the Core Tee and sports bra designed to correct...
2021-06-2300 minTech of SportsPat Hegewald on the Oldest Operating Velodrome in the USRick is joined this week by his friend and resident Kenosha Wisc. sports historian, Pat Hegewald to talk about the oldest continuously operating velodrome in the country, Washington Park Velodrome. The Washington Park Velodrome is an open-air velodrome in Kenosha, Wisc. It is the longest operating 333 meter track in the United States. The track opened in 1927. During the 2016 season, the track was closed and completely rebuilt. Over the years, it has hosted and produced numerous National, Olympic and World champions.
2021-06-1700 minTech of SportsMike Gattone, Head Coach US Weightlifting TeamRick talks to Mike Gattone, Head Coach of the US Olympic Weightlifting Team this week on iHeartRadio.
Mike has been involved in the sport of weightlifting and the strength and conditioning field for over 30 years. Mike served as High Performance and Coaching Education Director for USA Weightlifting, and was Competition Director for the weightlifting event at the 1996 Olympic Games, the 2009 Pan American Championships, as well as two USA National Championships, National Junior Championships, and the 1992 Olympic Trials. He has coached international and national championship athletes including competitors in multiple World, and Junior World weightlifting Championships, and was...
2021-06-0900 minTech of SportsAdam Goodyer, Realife TechA great Tech of Sports guest this week, as Rick is joined by Adam Goodyer of Realife Tech.
With live events strategically being held, we are starting to see organizations preparing their venues for fans. The safety of fans who attend these games/events is now taking priority, and new innovations in live event technology are reassuring fans’ comfortability in attending. I wanted to gauge your interest in having Adam Goodyer, CEO of Realife Tech, on the Tech of Sports Podcast around the steps organizations are taking to provide safety before, during and after live events. Adam ca...
2021-06-0300 minTech of SportsDean Karnazes, Ultramarathoner, AuthorEndurance runner Dean Karnazes has released his latest book, A Runner’s High: My Life in Motion, on HarperOne. Throughout the pandemic, millions of people have turned to running for an array of both life-enhancing and pivotal reasons: better physical health, mental health, and for a sense of freedom and clarity. Karnazes leads the way with his unparalleled perseverance pushing the limits of one’s own body and mind while accomplishing such feats as running 135-miles nonstop across Death Valley, running a marathon to the South Pole, and running 50 marathons, in all 50 states, in 50 consecutive days.
It’s a gr...
2021-05-2400 minTech of SportsShawn Murnin, Play by Play Broadcaster Bowling Green Hot Rods, Minor League BaseballOne of the casualties of COVID-19 was the 2020 minor league baseball season.
But minor league baseball is back in 2021 and Rick talk with the head of media relations and the play-by-play broadcaster for the Class A, Bowling Green Hot Rods, Shawn Murnin. How is life in the minor leagues? Favorite minor league promotions? All that and more!
Murnin is in his third season as the Hot Rods Play-By-Play Broadcaster and Media Relations Manager. The Vandling, Pennsylvania native graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania with a Communications degree in 2011 and began his career in baseball...
2021-05-1900 minTech of SportsCathy Connally, Author, ‘Flavour With Benefits: France’A little travel this week and a little on the history of Champagne in sports.
A big welcome to food innovator Cathy Connally and her book, “Flavour With Benefits: France” — the first in a series. The eBook launched in March 2021, and the hardcover edition was released in April.
“Flavour With Benefits” is a new book series by Cathy Connally and coauthor Charley Best. Each book takes the reader on a journey to a different country or region and shares the stories of strong women, breathtaking sights, and food and flavours that re-imagine “I’ll Have What She’s Hav...
2021-05-1100 minTech of SportsBrian Jones, City of Rock Hill Sports & Event Center SupervisorRick talks with Brian Jones this week in Rock Hill, SC.
Jones is the supervisor of the beautiful Rock Hill Sports and Event Center.
The Rock Hill Sports & Event Center is the sports hub of the Knowledge Park corridor of Rock Hill and more. The 170,000 sq. ft. facility is part of a mixed-use site connecting Winthrop University to Old Town Rock Hill, restaurants, outdoor venues, office space, apartments and more. The Center hosts city athletic programs, sports tournaments, conferences/conventions, concerts and other special events. By offering healthy living activities as well as cultural and tou...
2021-05-0600 minTech of SportsBeth Noffsinger, Communications Director, Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors BureauRick is in Bowling Green, Kentucky this week checking out all the sports travel possibilities in this great town and is joined by Beth Noffsinger, Communications Director, Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.
So much to do and see when it comes to sports and attractions.
GEARED FOR FUN… WHEN THE TIME IS RIGHT!
Planes and trains… Cars and guitars… Caves and waves… Rails and trails… Thrills and chills… Charm and farms… We could keep going for days, and that’s just what it would take to see and do everything in the Bowling Green area. As t...
2021-04-2900 minTech of SportsDanica Tormohlen, Covering the Trade Show and Events IndustryJoined this week, by one of the best follows on Twitter when it comes to the Trade Show industry. Danica Tormohlen (@DanicaTormohlen).
Danica and Rick have a lively chat about events, conventions and trade shows returning.
Danica has been a respected professional in the exhibition industry ever since she joined EXPO in 1994 as an assistant editor and moved up the ladder to the publisher’s office. Her career has included a Folio: Eddie Award for Editorial Excellence in the travel and hospitality category, and an award for best web site redesign from min’s btob.
2021-04-2200 minTech of SportsHermann Elger, EVP & GM, Travel, Entertainment, & Health Security, SharecareEvents are starting back up…
Rick talks with Hermann Elger, EVP and GM at Sharecare this week.
Elger, talks about the long-term planning and tools stadiums and arenas need to be using to fully rebuild their businesses and fan trust.
With a light at the end of the tunnel, some leagues have started to welcome fans back into stadiums (re: MSG and Barclays) and others are in the preparation stages. However, it will take more than revamped cleaning procedures to truly win back the trust of fans and visitors.
Previously the Ch...
2021-04-1500 minTech of SportsJoshua Smith, Hamilton, Ohio City Manager on the Economic Impact of SportsRick is joined on “Tech of Sports” this week, by Joshua Smith, the City Manager of the great city of Hamilton, Ohio.
Hamilton, Ohio is located in the heart of the Rust Belt, a region in Northeastern and Midwestern United States that has been experiencing industrial decline since the 1980s. In its heyday, Hamilton became a manufacturing powerhouse due to early investments in hydroelectric power and logistics infrastructure. Hamilton was billed as “The greatest manufacturing city of its size in the world.” Companies in the city produced paper, safes, machine tools, farm equipment, cans for vegetables, automobile parts an...
2021-04-0700 minTech of SportsJim Rossini, Rick’s Former Juniors Doubles Partner, CEO of Workforce Eng. SolutionsA “Throwback Thursday” for the ages as Rick is joined by one of his former tennis doubles partners, Jim Rossini.
Jim, an accomplished tennis player, grew up with Rick in Racine, Wisc. is currently CEO of Workforce Engineering Solutions in the Chicago area.
Rick and Jim talk about tennis and growing up in Wisconsin. They dig deep into tennis technology and the state of the game.
Fun discussion and great catching up with Jim.
2021-03-3100 minTech of SportsMallory Weggemann, Paralympic Swimmer for Team USA, ESPY Winner, AuthorRick has the pleasure of being joined by Paralympian, Mallory Weggemann, this week on Tech of Sports.
Weggemann is a record-setting, two-time Paralympic swimmer for Team USA. She has set fifteen world records and thirty-four American records, and is also the recipient of an ESPY Award, a 15-time World Champion, and a Paralympic gold and bronze medalist. Weggemann has also served as a commentator on NBC for the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Games, the first female reporter in a wheelchair ever to serve in that capacity. Weggemann has established herself as a leader outside of the pool, as well...
2021-03-2300 minTech of SportsScott Andrew, The Rugged EntrepreneurRick talks with serial entrepreneur and author, Scott Andrew this week.
The Rugged Entrepreneur.
“Success is yours if you want it to be.” Those are the words of serial entrepreneur Scott Andrew, who along with wife Daphne, has built more than thirty different national and international businesses in the multi-million-dollar playing field.Now he’s telling you how he did it.In his brilliant new book, The Rugged Entrepreneur, What Every Disruptive Business Leader Should Know, Andrew describes what it takes to achieve your dreams, and shares a wealth of personal stories to motivate and inspir...
2021-03-1700 minTech of SportsJordan Babineaux, former NFL player, Author, Entrepreneur and Business CoachJordan Babineaux, former NFL player turned entrepreneur and business coach, joins Rick this week. He helps people embrace change and pivot for growth — using their strengths to overcome adversity, staying motivated for the long run.
Babineaux, a serial entrepreneur, shares his insights in his new book, PIVOT TO WIN.
Topics include:
• Why you should establish a personal “Ground Zero” with time to reflect on what’s important to you
• Why you need to find people who will hold you accountable
• What to do when you come up against a “no”
• How to stay focused...
2021-03-1000 minTech of SportsBob Gillespie, Co-Author, ‘South Carolina Golf’Rick talks to his friend, Bob Gillespie, former sportswriter and now co-author of South Carolina Golf.
For nearly three hundred years, South Carolina has played a vital role in American golf. The first golf clubs in America came from Scotland to Charleston in 1739. Myrtle Beach is sometimes called the “Golf Capital of the World,” with more than eighty golf courses. The Country Club of Charleston produced World Golf Hall of Fame members Henry Picard and Beth Daniel. The 1991 Ryder Cup matches, the “War by the Shore,” took place at Kiawah Island’s Ocean Course, also the site of the 201...
2021-03-0300 minTech of SportsKeira McCarrell, D-1 Student Athlete, Olympics, Pottery and Watercolor ArtistKeira McCarrell is one busy girl. A redshirt senior at Auburn University, is staying occupied in 2021 with school, track and field and her love of creating works of art.
Rick talks to Keira about combining being in school, running track and selling her beautiful artwork, which this holiday season included Christmas cards.
“I was born in British Columbia, Canada, and compete on their national team when presented the opportunity. I was raised in Oregon and transferred from University of Oregon to now Auburn. As a multi athlete, I have always found myself trying new things an...
2021-02-2300 minTech of SportsDr. Huma Haider, Brain Injuries, Including ones that Happen in SportsRick is joined by Dr. Huma Haider this week. Check out https://nationalbii.com/dr_haider/ for more.
Every year more than 3 million people suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI). While those are the reported cases, it is estimated that the actual number is two-three times higher. A TBI occurs from the sudden jarring of the brain such as in a car wreck or fall.
Dr. Haider answers the tough questions.
When these events occur, the brain is rocked violently against the inside of the cranium, generating a shock wave that reverberates back...
2021-02-0306 minTech of SportsTom Whaley, CEO of Aloe UpFrom Surf Expo, Rick talks with Tom Whaley of Aloe Up, about skin care products for athletes.
Aloe Up bases all of their products with pure Aloe Vera Gel and continually update and enhance their formulas to keep Aloe Up safe for our customers as well as their environments.
“We pride ourselves in creating the most comfortable, clean, and effective sunscreen available.”
Dozens of athletes use Aloe Up products because they want to, not because they are compensated.
Most people know a little about Aloe Vera Gel, but not the whole stor...
2021-01-1905 minTech of SportsEgypt Taylor and ‘Bounce Back Challenge’Rick talks with the multi-talented personal fitness trainer, Egypt Taylor this week on ‘Tech of Sports.’
`As a personal trainer, Egypt believes in online fitness and offers a variety of solutions for those looking for a healthier body, mind and soul.
Her 5 week Bounce Back Challenge will set you up for a great 2021!
Egypt attended Southern University, where she was captain of the Cheerleading team. In college, she attended theater/acting classes, which opened her eyes to the entertainment industry. Egypt earned her degree in broadcasting journalism, which then piqued her interest in film...
2021-01-0500 minTech of SportsJeff Zwiefel, EVP and COO for Life Time Talking Fitness in 2020-2021Rick is joined by the COO of Life TIme, Jeff Zwiefel, this week.
Each year millions of Americans set resolutions and fitness goals to kick off their New Year, however with many living a generally sedentary lifestyle during the pandemic it’s been difficult to stay in shape. A recent study from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows there’s been a 32% reduction in physical activity this year and another poll finds 53% of people say their mental health has been negatively impacted by the pandemic. As we enter 2021, personal health and fitness has never been more important.
Li...
2020-12-3108 minTech of SportsTodd Stottlemyre, Former MLB Pitcher, Author, Speaker with New BookRick talks with former Major League pitcher, Todd Stottlemyre, this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Although Todd Stottlemyre may be best known for his successful MLB career, his accomplishments off the field are just as impressive. After leaving baseball, he pursued a career in finance building an asset management business at a high-profile Wall Street firm. He then, founded a private equity fund that owns, manages, and oversees several companies.
Today, Stottlemyre is a global entrepreneur, speaker, and high performance business coach with a highly personal, transformative story to tell through his new book, “The Observ...
2020-12-2300 minTech of SportsAlain Cohen, CEO of NeuroTennisRick is joined by Alain Cohen, CEO of NeuroTennis to talk about their new tennis tech product.
Features and benefits of NeuroTennis include:
Two player or solo mode – NeuroTennis is most typically used in a two-player mode, meaning that the sensors in each device communicate with each other, across the court.
NeuroTennnis App – The feature-rich app allows you to select lessons and drills from an extensive library designed by world-class coaches, including Mats Wilander. Taking it to the next level, you or your coach can easily customize content to specifically address your goals. Avai...
2020-12-1700 minTech of SportsCharles Cox, CEO of SwingUA golf app, that really gives you a chance at improving your game.
Can a golf app really help improve your game? Charles Cox thinks so. Cox is the CEO of SwingU, an app that features real time feedback, information, and even lessons, all designed to help shave strokes off your game. Cox has blended a perfect mix of golf and technology into one of the most downloaded golf apps on the planet.
Cox joins Rick this week on Tech of Sports.
Golfers who download the app will experience:
GPS and...
2020-12-1000 minTech of SportsNiall Fraser, Director of Golf, The Grand Hotel Resort and SpaAccording to Niall Fraser, Director of Golf at the beautiful Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa, “there is no better time to head to Alabama to play golf.”
So with that, Rick is joined on “Tech of Sports” by Fraser to talk about getting a course back in operation after a hurricane and the sprawling resort that he calls home.
Fraser was born in Alberta, Canada and attended Michigan State University. He was hand selected by Robert Trent Jones Senior to travel the world to design golf courses. His work with Robert Trent Jones Sr. had a st...
2020-12-0200 minTech of SportsClaudia Di Gino, Novotel Miami Brickell Hotel, Miami Sports TravelRick is joined on “Tech of Sports” this week by the GM of the Novotel Miami Brickell Hotel, Claudia Di Gino.
Claudia is leading the charge as the Novotel Miami Brickell has reopened its doors—and heart—to guests and visitors with rooms starting at great rates. A Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice 2020 winner, the hotel is nestled in the heart of Miami’s bustling Brickell neighborhood, within walking distance of many of the city’s top dining and shopping attractions.
As Claudia tells Rick, the Novotel Miami Brickell’s location is perfect for not only business and lei...
2020-11-2500 minTech of SportsRennie Curran, Former UGA, NFL Linebacker, Now Athlete 2 Athlete SeriesRick is joined this week by former NFL and University of Georgia linebacker, Rennie Curran. Curran is doing great work since football.
Game Changers Foundation, partnering with Sports Turf Company, is excited to announce the launch of its Athlete 2 Athlete program. This FREE, weekly video-based show was created to develop high school student-athletes into leaders that succeed in sports, business, philanthropy and life. The 10-week series will cover topics such as mental toughness, recruiting, nutrition, academics, preventing Injury, leadership, culture of a championship season, mental health, training and performance. Well-known speakers will vary each week to include...
2020-11-1800 minTech of SportsMarc Becker, Sales and Marketing Director at Higgins Hotel, New OrleansSports travel is an important part of the economy in the great city of New Orleans. Rick talks about that and more with Marc Becker, Sales and Marketing Director at the Higgins Hotel and Conference Center in Downtown New Orleans.
The highly acclaimed Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton, rated #1 on TripAdvisor of 177 hotels in New Orleans, has announced its “Park and Stay” package for the fall travel season.
Ideally located in the heart of the city’s vibrant Arts & Warehouse District featuring more than 25 art galleries, a variety of museums, and visionary chefs...
2020-11-1110 minTech of SportsScott Hansen, NFL RedZoneRick joined in an NFL Network conference call with Scott Hansen back at the start of the football season.
Are you a fan of Red Zone on Sundays?
Scott brings you live football coverage for 7 hours straight, changing the way you watch football.
Every touchdown from every game, every Sunday afternoon during the NFL regular season.
When a team reaches the 20-yard line, (i.e. the “red zone”) NFL RedZone cuts to the local broadcast of that game. NFL RedZone also takes fans back to watch any turnovers, game-changing plays and scor...
2020-10-2706 minTech of SportsTony Horton, Fitness Innovator, Founder of Power LifeRick is joined by Tony Horton this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Fitness Icon and Expert Personal Trainer to Tom Petty, Billy Idol, Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Nicks, Tony Horton, believes that real and lasting change can happen when we commit to health as a lifestyle. Exercise, whole foods, and the right mindset is the formula that leads to a vibrant, productive and full life for anyone who focuses on being the best they can be—and even in his 60s, Horton is proving it’s possible to maintain maximum health at any age. Now, Tony after making a...
2020-10-2100 minTech of SportsMark Quiroz, Vice President of Marketing, Display Division, Samsung Electronics AmericaA new stadium for the Los Angeles NFL teams brings a bunch of new technology to sports fans.
Rick talks to Mark Quiroz, Samsung’s Vice President of Marketing, Display Division this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Samsung’s outdoor LED products were exclusively used to build SoFi Stadium’s 70,000 square-foot dual-sided, center-hung videoboard – the first and only 4K end-to-end video production in a stadium. The agreement showcases Samsung’s commitment to enhancing the fan experience at live events through technology.
Beyond SoFi Stadium, Samsung’s LED display technology will be represented throughout Hollywood Park...
2020-10-1210 minTech of SportsJordyn Barratt, Skateboarder, US Olympic HopefulRick talks to skateboarder, Jordyn Barratt about the Tokyo Olympics, and how she is training under new restrictions, staying focused and staying sharp! She has a great sponsor along for the ride in Clif Bar.
The 2020 Olympics was set to be the first games to include skateboarding and where 21-year-old Barratt was ready to fulfill a lifelong dream. She competed in her first professional competition in 2017 and was the first woman to compete in the extreme sports circuit. But while disappointed about the delay of the games due to the pandemic Jordyn, like other Americans is taking...
2020-10-0706 minTech of SportsMatt Hassett, CEO and Founder of LoftieRick has an interesting talk with Matt Hassett, CEO and founder of Loftie, this week. Matt and his team are releasing the Loftie Alarm Clock.
Yes, an alarm clock is still relevant in this age of smartphones and tablets.
Matt is the founder and CEO of Loftie, a New York based company dedicated to creating better tech-life balance for people everywhere. Matt began working on the project that eventually became Loftie at the design firm IDEO where he was an Entrepreneur in Residence. Before founding Loftie, Matt worked in communications, policy, and program design at...
2020-09-2908 minTech of SportsChris Madden, Co-Founder of MatchnodeRick talks with Chris Madden of Matchnode this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Sports and paid social media go together like peanut butter and jelly.
But it’s a tricky mix.
Matchnode is a digital marketing agency that specializes in paid social advertising. Through his agency Chris has worked on digital ad campaigns for Chicago sports franchises like the Bulls and Blackhawks, helping drive their digital strategy and increase ticket and merchandise sales.
Chris is always a wealth of insight on all things social media marketing, but throughout his recent marketing work f...
2020-09-2211 minTech of SportsTaylor Blotske, US Navy Officer Candidate Live from Officer Training SchoolIntriguing this week as Rick talks with US Navy Officer Candidate, Taylor Blotske, from Officer Training School in Newport, Rhode Island. Taylor is in the middle of this 13-week training school. He and Rick talk about what training school is like, where he wants to be in 5 years and some of the tech he uses.
Blotske, a Stockbridge, GA native and 2015 graduate of Woodland High School is hoping to launch off the flight deck of an aircraft carrier as a Naval Aviator. A true American patriot, Blotske joined the Navy for three short and simple reason, “to jo...
2020-09-1409 minTech of SportsNoah Syken, IBM on New Technology at the 2020 US OpenRick is joined by Noah Syken of IBM this week on iHeartRadio to talk about what IBM is doing at the 2020 US Open.
We all know the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every aspect of daily life, and sports for both fans and players have not been spared. As we adjust to a new reality, some sports are finding ways to slowly return under new rules and circumstances. At the same time, fans are looking for ways to engage with their favorite leagues, tournaments, teams and players. In fact, a recent IBM survey on sports and technology showed...
2020-09-0807 minTech of SportsTodd Zeile, Former Major Leaguer, Executive at Game Developer, Bit Fry16-year MLB player, Todd Zeile, is part of the indie game developer, Bit Fry, based in New Hampshire. They are the first company to ever create a new, officially licensed sports gaming franchise that features star athletes from all the major sports leagues. Rick talks to Todd on this episode of “Tech of Sports”.
You might have thought a huge developer (such as an EA) would have been the first to do this, but it is Bit Fry. The first game in the franchise is called Ultimate Rivals: The Rink and it has launched on Apple Arcade. Bit...
2020-09-0312 minTech of SportsJason Yim, CEO of Trigger on Mixed RealityRick talks to AR, VR and Mixed Reality expert, Jason Yim, this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Even if movie theaters reopen, many consumers will not go. Amusement parks may not see attendance rebound to pre-COVID levels for years. In-person events, such as Comic-Con and live sports, will have to be vastly different moving forward. Across all forms of entertainment, we are in for major changes.
As consumers seek new entertainment options, cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) may find increased use in the home, catering to consumers that don’t want...
2020-08-2507 minTech of SportsDyamond Doll, Miami Rapper, Releases Anthem Single “Dwade”, Paying Tribute to Dwyane WadeRick talks to Miami Rap Artist, Dyamond Doll, this week on “Tech of Sports”.
Dyamond Doll is beating all odds and taking the Miami music scene by storm during lockdown. The Miami Cuban-African-American native has been writing, rapping and singing since the age of 14. Now at 27-years-old and under Dark Boys Records’ wing, she’s reached over a million views after releasing her first uplifting anthem single “Dwade” featuring Miami legend Trina this past March. A homage to the city of Miami and to Dwyane Wade, Wade took personally to his Instagram and gave his stamp of approval by...
2020-08-1806 minTech of SportsYair Banuelos, Men’s and Women’s Head Tennis Coach, Auburn MontgomeryCollege sports are going through an interesting time and it’s not only the NCAA DI programs. Don’t forget about the DII and DIII programs around the country.
Rick is joined this week, by his friend, Yair Banuelos, the Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach at DII, Auburn Montgomery.
Banuelos came to the Auburn Montgomery Warhawks from Western New Mexico University, where he guided both the men’s and women’s programs to national prominence, as well as established the Mustangs as a power in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
A native of...
2020-08-1112 minTech of SportsRich Neher, Author of ‘Drop in Tennis Secrets’Rick is joined by longtime tennis teaching professional and organizer, Rich Neher this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Tennis Pros hurting during Covid-19 can develop a second income stream thanks to his new book, “Drop-In Tennis Secrets.”
Neher talks the publication of his new tennis book “Drop-In Tennis Secrets,” which is now available as a paperback and in a Kindle version. He set out to find an answer to the question, “Can you make money in tennis when your name is not Roger or Rafa?” The answer is, yes! Drop-In Tennis Secrets is a handy guide for those...
2020-08-0508 minTech of SportsJill Sylvester, Author of ‘Trust Your Intuition’Rick revisits a book he reviewed last year, by talking to the author, Jill Sylvester.
The book is Trust Your Intuition.
Jill is a licensed mental health counselor, author of the Nautilus award winning book,”Trust Your Intuition: 100 Ways to Transform Anxiety and Depression for Stronger Mental Health,” and host of the “Trust Your Intuition Podcast.” Her work has been featured in Well+Good, Bustle, SheKnows, WorkingMother, Parenthood, TeenMentor, and http://OprahMag.com.
Jill explains… there is a way to feel better…by learning to trust yourself?
There is. And Trust your Intuiti...
2020-07-3009 minTech of SportsRyan Gellis, Founding Partner, RMG Talks the Future of Sports RetailRyan Gellis joins Rick this week. He is founding partner of RMG Media.
Ryan founded RMG to help brands make genuine connections with their customers. He has a background in technology and over 10 years experience in ecommerce strategy and management. The list of companies he has worked with include industry titans like Charming Charlie, Sally Beauty, and Verizon. When not leading RMG, Ryan enjoys playing music, gaming, and starting (but not finishing) construction projects at home.
With e-commerce sales up 30 percent in the Covid marketplace, business prognosticators have been adamant about the death of brick...
2020-07-2212 minTech of SportsMariah Stackhouse, LPGA PlayerThe LPGA Tour is slated to launch this summer, and major women’s golf is returning to Georgia in 2021. Atlanta Athletic Club will host the 67th KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, June 22-27, 2021.
To talk about this along with her career and golf in general, RIck is joined by LPGA player, Mariah Stackhouse as she shares details about this high-profile championship’s Georgia debut.
There is also a unique pop-up fan experience set to debut later in July.
The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship pop-up fan experience set for July 16th from 12 p.m. – 7 p...
2020-07-0704 minTech of SportsEric Malafeew, Co-Founder of VR fitness and gaming company VirZOOMRick is joined by Eric Malafeew this week on “Tech of Sports.”
As Co-Founder of VR fitness and gaming company VirZOOM, Malafeew is bringing gaming and working out to a whole level, just like he did with gaming and music. The VZfit product allows users to use any cadence sensor that attaches to any stationary bike in seconds, all through the Oculus Quest. Though its VZfit Play App, users can experience flying a pegasus through the air, battle tanks, race in an F1 car, lasso old west bandits and more — all while biking through the experience. Users can al...
2020-06-3011 minTech of SportsRon Laikind, CEO/Founder/Inventor of Extreme MistRick talks with Ron Laikind this week on “Tech of Sports.” Ron is the CEO and founder of Extreme Mist and has a great story to tell about what he came up with during COVID-19.
Extreme Mist Personal Cooling System: www.ExtremeMist.com
Extreme Mist Portable Sanitizing System: www.PortableSanitizingSystem.com
He also loves extreme endeavors. Ron has hiked the globe from the Sahara to the Gobi Desert in Mongolia, Siberia, Turkey, the Himalayas, India, Cashmere, Pakistan, Thailand, Asia, Vietnam, Cambodia, South America, Patagonia, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Yosemite and more. He’s hiked tens o...
2020-06-2311 minTech of SportsLindsay Flanagan, American Marathoner, Great American 5000Rick talks with American distance runner, Lindsay Flanagan, this week on “Tech of Sports.”
Lindsay is one of the runners participating in the virtual race, Great American 5000, which started this week to raise money for charity. Lindsay finished 9th overall (3rd American woman) at the 2019 Boston Marathon in 2:30:07 2020 Summer Olympics Qualification standard by finishing top 10 in a World Marathon Majors. She also competed in the 2017 World Championships. She had a stellar collegiate career at the University of Washington.
Ten female runners who participated in the Feb. 29 Olympic Marathon Trials in Atlanta will run across the Unit...
2020-06-1611 minTech of SportsBob Venero, Future Tech CEO on eSportsWhile traditional sports have come to a screeching halt amid the pandemic, eSports has become a welcome alternative for millions of sports fanatics.
Reports estimate that eSports will grow to a $1.1 billion industry this year. And in light of the pandemic, it may be on track to surpass this figure.
Many schools like colleges and high schools are now taking a harder look at eSports as well.
According to the National Association of Collegiate Esports, more than 170 U.S. colleges have varsity eSports programs and are offering around $16 million per year in scholarships...
2020-06-1009 minTech of SportsMargarita Ventura, Building a Power Body and a Power LifeA return guest this week on “Tech of Sports” and it’s been a while as Margarita Ventura joins Rick.
As the Senior Project Manager of Global Creative, Digital & Content at bareMinerals, Filipino-Spanish fitness model, dancer, actress and competitive athlete rolled into one – Life can get REALLY hectic! In the midst of it all, Margarita went on a journey with the Iron. She co-hosted the show Sex, Love & Bodybuilding on the Generation Iron Network. Then went to train in CrossFit, Olympic Lifting and, of course, strength & bodybuilding. She started dancing and acting again to tap into my artistic...
2020-06-0315 minTech of SportsKen and Michael Richards of eSportsCards LLCRick is joined on this episode by Ken and Michael Richards of eSportsCards LLC.
Sports card collectors now have a new and techy way of organizing their collections with some bonus features thrown in.
eSportsCards, LLC. has created and released the “ScoutingReport” app and it is available on iOS and Android platforms.
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⦁ google play – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ScoutingReport
⦁ app store – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scouting-report/id1168035316
First step is downloading the ScoutingReport app.
ScoutingReport allows the user to manage their col...
2020-05-2813 minTech of SportsJennifer Ramsey, Online Fitness with _fitwithjenn_ on InstagramRick has a great guest in Jennifer Ramsey on this week.
Jennifer was a standout track and field student athlete at Wright St. University in Ohio and is completing her undergraduate degree in Sports Science.
More importantly, she has just launched her fitness-centric page on Instagram. Check out _fitwithjenn_ on Instagram.
Jennifer talks about the online fitness craze, her thoughts and being a leader, remaining positive and her brand in the future.
A future leader and bringing a lot to the table, Jennifer is carving out her niche and growing personally...
2020-05-2609 min
Tech of Sports - Rick LimpertRick Limpert on Golf and Travel Show 11/17/17 Pt 1Rick joins host, Dan Shube, on The Golf and Travel Show to talk some of his favorite golf/travel picks for 2017. Aired live on 1100 WWNN in West Palm Beach and 95.3 in Pampano Beach, then two days later on 740 am in Boca Raton
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