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The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastIt's Brave to Ask For Help: How Olivia's Mental Health Journey Sparked Tremendous Growth & MaturityAs an incoming fifth-year senior at the University of Texas, Olivia Bray is poised to conclude her collegiate swimming career on a triumphant note. Beyond her remarkable athletic feats, Olivia's story is a powerful testament to self-awareness and the unyielding human spirit. By taking the courageous step of seeking help, she not only defeated depression but also a debilitating eating disorder known as ARFID.
Olivia's story is a testament to her unwavering determination. Despite the ups and downs, she refuses to be held back. As she embarks on her fifth year with resounding confidence, Olivia's story is a...2024-08-141h 01The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 11: Visualizing Your Future & Failing Forward | Featuring Steve Davis, Founder of Strive Higher After SportsHey everyone!
In this episode, I sit down with Steve Davis, a former University of Minnesota football player who, like many of us, faced post-sports struggles. However, Steve turned his challenges into a mission to help others. He founded Strive Higher After Sports to coach and guide athletes through their transitions. Now a certified life coach, Steve shares his journey from the field to becoming a mentor for athletes navigating life after sports.
Join us as we dive into the raw and real experiences of post-sports life, discussing:
The unique challenges athletes face when...2024-07-311h 19The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 10: Jonathan Curran, Host of Stories by Student-Athletes PodcastHey everyone!
Today, I am interviewing the Stories by Student-Athletes Podcast host Jonathan Curran! Jonathan was a student-athlete at Saint Mary's College of California and had an excellent career as a golf player. We dive deep into his battle with mental health and how that motivated him to begin his podcast, as well as some of the critical issues that athletes face as they enter their new life chapter after sport.
Instagram: @storiesbystudentathletes
Podcast: Stories by Student-Athletes on Apple Podcasts
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The Rooted Athlete PodcastNext Chapter Athletes Podcast - Navigating ALL Life Transitions | Megan Reuter + Nico RussillioThis collaboration with Next Chapter Athletes was so valuable I had to share my interview on Nico's podcast. Throughout this episode, I chat all about the different life transitions I have gone through in the last few years and key takeaways to overcome different challenges. This was such a special episode and I'm so happy to share with you!Give him a follow and leave us a review. It helps more than you know!Next Chapter Athletes Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/nextchapterathletes/2024-07-151h 08The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 9: Christina Chu - The Importance of Nutrition for Retired AthletesHey, everyone!
Today’s episode features Christina Chu, a decorated registered sports dietitian. She has several years of experience working with high-level athletes, and I brought her on to discuss how important nutrition is for retired athletes. Christina offers a wealth of knowledge that many retired athletes can benefit from.
Christina’s Instagram Page: @christinaychu
Christina’s Website: https://www.christinaychu.com/
2024-07-061h 29The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 8: Bobby Melley & SOARHi everyone!
Today, Bobby Melley is joining me. Bobby is a former professional baseball player who knows all too well what athletes face on a daily basis. His experience with mental health motivated him to create SOAR, an app that provides college athletes with a community to share their struggles and seek support. On today's episode, we dig deeper into SOAR while discussing the mental health crisis that many college athletes face on a daily basis.
SOAR's website: https://soarhealthapp.com/about-soar
SOAR's Instagram: @soarhealthapp
2024-07-0155 minThe Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 7 - Megan Reuter: Life Transitions & Navigating Life As a Retired AthleteHey, everyone!
Welcome to episode 7 of the Next Chapter Athletes podcast. Today, Megan Reuter joined me. Megan is a former Division I swimmer and the founder of the Rooted Athlete podcast and organization (description below!). Megan and I share many experiences with navigating life as retired athletes, and we dive deep into them to share some of the lessons we have learned along the way.
The Rooted Athlete Instagram: @rootedathlete
The Rooted Athlete Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/50UlJkT3d5o0ojdbSMRP7I?si=187e373e929a4d5b
T...2024-06-191h 08The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 6: Katie Alexander Interview: Hazing, Abuse, and Trauma in SportsHi, everyone! In today’s episode, Katie Alexander joined me to discuss some of the most notoriously sensitive issues seen in sports: hazing, abuse, and trauma. Katie is a current PhD student at Utah State University researching these issues in depth, so I am excited to have her on. While this isn’t an easy subject to talk about, it’s important we have open discussion surrounding it.
2024-04-2748 minThe Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 5: Kelsey BickleyHey, everyone! On today's episode, I sit down with Kelsey Bickley, a former collegiate student-athlete and current counselor working closely with athletes. We discuss the retirement process and how this experience carries over into life's bigger picture.
How to find Kelsey:
Check Out Her Website!
Follow Her On Instagram!
**I also want to apologize for the audio quality - I am learning how to improve my recording and editing skills!**
2024-04-191h 20The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 4: Emily EspositoHey everyone! I had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Esposito today. Emily is a former DI Women's Basketball player and founder of the Em-Empowerment movement. We discussed some battles she fought as a DI athlete and how she found herself after moving on from basketball. Her story is an excellent example of turning adversity into power.
Em-Empowerment Website: https://www.emilyespositoempowerment.com/
Instagram: @em_powerment_
2024-01-171h 07The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 3: Evann SmithHey everyone! Today, I had Evann Smith join me on the podcast. Evann was a Division I women’s soccer player at UCSB, where she was the team’s starting goalkeeper and team captain. In addition, she was nominated for the 2023 NCAA Woman of the Year Award in college. In this episode, we discuss Evann’s experience with retirement and a new career while examining some of the mental aspects of her playing days.
2024-01-021h 29The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 2: Andrew GarnettThe Next Chapter Athletes podcast is the medium in which former athletes get to tell their stories. Today, we had Andrew Garnett, a former Division I and Canadian Football League football player, join us to discuss his career experiences and next chapter.
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The Next Chapter Athletes PodcastEpisode 1:Interview with Kendall MartinWelcome to our very first podcast! Today, I interviewed Kendall Martin, a former track and field athlete at UCSB. We discussed her retirement experience and what she currently does to ease her transition into the next chapter. We will continue to improve and create quality content for your listening. Thank you for tuning in!
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