In this powerful conversation, Kirsten sits down with Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein, a clinical psychologist whose work sits at the intersection of mental health, bias, and social justice. Dr. Finkelstein brings a thoughtful, compassionate lens to the challenges families and young people face today. Together, Kirsten and Dr. Finkelstein explore how parents and caregivers can support emotional resilience in their kids while navigating a world filled with complex social dynamics. From advocating for equi...
May 04, 2025•2 min
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Dr. Tommy Floyd, President of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), to hear the inspiring story behind his journey from high school principal to national leader of one of the most impactful youth programs in the country. Dr. Floyd first got involved with NASP in 2003 while serving as a principal and coach at Somerset High School in Kentucky. Several of the first NASP state champions came from his team—but beyond the trophies, he saw somethin...
Apr 30, 2025•22 min•Ep. 146
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Dr. Tommy Floyd, President of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), to hear the inspiring story behind his journey from high school principal to national leader of one of the most impactful youth programs in the country. Dr. Floyd first got involved with NASP in 2003 while serving as a principal and coach at Somerset High School in Kentucky. Several of the first NASP state champions came from his team—but beyond the trophies, he saw somethin...
Apr 28, 2025•23 min•Ep. 146
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Dr. Tommy Floyd, President of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), to hear the inspiring story behind his journey from high school principal to national leader of one of the most impactful youth programs in the country. Dr. Floyd first got involved with NASP in 2003 while serving as a principal and coach at Somerset High School in Kentucky. Several of the first NASP state champions came from his team—but beyond the trophies, he saw somethin...
Apr 26, 2025•3 min
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Todd Smith, President & CEO of the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). With a career that spans professional sports, public policy, and business leadership, Todd brings a unique and powerful perspective to the intersection of sports, fitness, and community development. We talk about his journey from working with iconic teams like the Sacramento Kings, LA Kings, and LA Galaxy, to his time at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and now leading SF...
Apr 21, 2025•37 min•Ep. 145
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Todd Smith, President & CEO of the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). With a career that spans professional sports, public policy, and business leadership, Todd brings a unique and powerful perspective to the intersection of sports, fitness, and community development. We talk about his journey from working with iconic teams like the Sacramento Kings, LA Kings, and LA Galaxy, to his time at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and now leading SF...
Apr 19, 2025•3 min
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Travis DiLeo, an exercise physiologist whose journey weaves together elite performance training, soccer coaching, and groundbreaking public health work. With a bachelor’s in kinesiology from Penn State and a master’s in exercise science from the University of Pittsburgh, Travis brings a unique blend of academic insight and real-world application to athlete development. A former soccer player at the club, high school, and collegiate levels, Travis has also...
Apr 15, 2025•22 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Travis DiLeo, an exercise physiologist whose journey weaves together elite performance training, soccer coaching, and groundbreaking public health work. With a bachelor’s in kinesiology from Penn State and a master’s in exercise science from the University of Pittsburgh, Travis brings a unique blend of academic insight and real-world application to athlete development. A former soccer player at the club, high school, and collegiate levels, Travis has also...
Apr 15, 2025•20 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Travis DiLeo, an exercise physiologist whose journey weaves together elite performance training, soccer coaching, and groundbreaking public health work. With a bachelor’s in kinesiology from Penn State and a master’s in exercise science from the University of Pittsburgh, Travis brings a unique blend of academic insight and real-world application to athlete development. A former soccer player at the club, high school, and collegiate levels, Travis has also...
Apr 11, 2025•3 min
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Derika Legg—a dynamic brand builder, leadership development coach, and athletic coach—who brings a wealth of experience in Sales, Marketing, and team development. Derika shares how she blends her professional background with her passion for coaching to help individuals and teams navigate change, unlock potential, and perform at their highest level. We also dive into her work in the community, where she volunteers as a rugby coach, and explore how sports a...
Apr 07, 2025•24 min•Ep. 143
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Derika Legg—a dynamic brand builder, leadership development coach, and athletic coach—who brings a wealth of experience in Sales, Marketing, and team development. Derika shares how she blends her professional background with her passion for coaching to help individuals and teams navigate change, unlock potential, and perform at their highest level. We also dive into her work in the community, where she volunteers as a rugby coach, and explore how sports a...
Apr 06, 2025•31 min•Ep. 143
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Derika Legg—a dynamic brand builder, leadership development coach, and athletic coach—who brings a wealth of experience in Sales, Marketing, and team development. Derika shares how she blends her professional background with her passion for coaching to help individuals and teams navigate change, unlock potential, and perform at their highest level. We also dive into her work in the community, where she volunteers as a rugby coach, and explore how sports a...
Apr 05, 2025•3 min•Ep. 143
In this episode of Raising Athletes , Kirsten Jones sits down with Dr. Jo Polich, founder of ActivMend, to discuss the challenges of sports injuries and how her groundbreaking product is helping athletes recover faster. Dr. Jo, a chiropractor with three engineering degrees, shares her journey of developing a patented, high-potency Arnica patch that accelerates healing and reduces inflammation. They dive into the epidemic of overuse injuries in youth sports, the dangers of masking pain with medic...
Apr 01, 2025•47 min•Ep. 142
In this episode of Raising Athletes , Kirsten Jones sits down with Dr. Jo Polich, founder of ActivMend, to discuss the challenges of sports injuries and how her groundbreaking product is helping athletes recover faster. Dr. Jo, a chiropractor with three engineering degrees, shares her journey of developing a patented, high-potency Arnica patch that accelerates healing and reduces inflammation. They dive into the epidemic of overuse injuries in youth sports, the dangers of masking pain with medic...
Apr 01, 2025•45 min•Ep. 142
In this episode of Raising Athletes , Kirsten Jones sits down with Dr. Jo Polich, founder of ActivMend, to discuss the challenges of sports injuries and how her groundbreaking product is helping athletes recover faster. Dr. Jo, a chiropractor with three engineering degrees, shares her journey of developing a patented, high-potency Arnica patch that accelerates healing and reduces inflammation. They dive into the epidemic of overuse injuries in youth sports, the dangers of masking pain with medic...
Apr 01, 2025•3 min
In this episode, we sit down with ESPN college basketball analyst Sean Farnham to discuss his journey from playing for UCLA to coaching at Pepperdine, and ultimately, to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college basketball. Sean shares stories from his days as a Bruin, his transition into broadcasting, and the insights he’s gained covering the game at the highest level. Beyond basketball, Sean opens up about his most important role—being a devoted father. He shares how he balances ...
Mar 24, 2025•47 min•Ep. 142
In this episode, we sit down with ESPN college basketball analyst Sean Farnham to discuss his journey from playing for UCLA to coaching at Pepperdine, and ultimately, to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college basketball. Sean shares stories from his days as a Bruin, his transition into broadcasting, and the insights he’s gained covering the game at the highest level. Beyond basketball, Sean opens up about his most important role—being a devoted father. He shares how he balances ...
Mar 24, 2025•45 min•Ep. 142
In this episode, we sit down with ESPN college basketball analyst Sean Farnham to discuss his journey from playing for UCLA to coaching at Pepperdine, and ultimately, to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college basketball. Sean shares stories from his days as a Bruin, his transition into broadcasting, and the insights he’s gained covering the game at the highest level. Beyond basketball, Sean opens up about his most important role—being a devoted father. He shares how he balances ...
Mar 24, 2025•3 min
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Caroline Piehl, a former NCAA Champion swimmer turned financial advisor, to discuss how athletes can take control of their financial futures. Caroline shares her journey from competing at the highest levels of collegiate swimming at UC Berkeley to working at major brands like Nike and The North Face. She breaks down how athletes can establish proactive money habits, build a strong financial game plan, and make a smooth transition from the pool, field, or c...
Mar 17, 2025•25 min•Ep. 141
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Caroline Piehl, a former NCAA Champion swimmer turned financial advisor, to discuss how athletes can take control of their financial futures. Caroline shares her journey from competing at the highest levels of collegiate swimming at UC Berkeley to working at major brands like Nike and The North Face. She breaks down how athletes can establish proactive money habits, build a strong financial game plan, and make a smooth transition from the pool, field, or c...
Mar 17, 2025•28 min•Ep. 141
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Caroline Piehl, a former NCAA Champion swimmer turned financial advisor, to discuss how athletes can take control of their financial futures. Caroline shares her journey from competing at the highest levels of collegiate swimming at UC Berkeley to working at major brands like Nike and The North Face. She breaks down how athletes can establish proactive money habits, build a strong financial game plan, and make a smooth transition from the pool, field, or c...
Mar 14, 2025•3 min
In honor of Matt Langel's record breaking win this past week, we are reposting his episode filled with loads of insights for parents, athletes, and coaches! In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Matt Langel, head coach of Colgate Men’s Basketball, who has transformed the program into a Patriot League powerhouse. Since his appointment in 2011, Langel has led the team to multiple league championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, building a winning culture based on teamwork, resilience, and i...
Mar 11, 2025•41 min
In honor of Matt Langel's record breaking win this past week, we are reposting his episode filled with loads of insights for parents, athletes, and coaches! In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Matt Langel, head coach of Colgate Men’s Basketball, who has transformed the program into a Patriot League powerhouse. Since his appointment in 2011, Langel has led the team to multiple league championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, building a winning culture based on teamwork, resilience, and i...
Mar 11, 2025•42 min
In honor of Matt Langel's record breaking win this past week, we are reposting his episode filled with loads of insights for parents, athletes, and coaches! In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Matt Langel, head coach of Colgate Men’s Basketball, who has transformed the program into a Patriot League powerhouse. Since his appointment in 2011, Langel has led the team to multiple league championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, building a winning culture based on teamwork, resilience, and i...
Mar 08, 2025•5 min
In this episode, we sit down with Robyn Goldberg, a seasoned nutrition therapist, certified eating disorder registered dietitian, and author, to explore the intersection of nutrition, mental health, and intuitive eating. With over two decades of experience, Robyn has guided countless individuals toward a healthier relationship with food, emphasizing a non-diet approach and body respect. We discuss the myths around nutrition, the impact of diet culture, and practical strategies for fostering sust...
Mar 03, 2025•21 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, we sit down with Robyn Goldberg, a seasoned nutrition therapist, certified eating disorder registered dietitian, and author, to explore the intersection of nutrition, mental health, and intuitive eating. With over two decades of experience, Robyn has guided countless individuals toward a healthier relationship with food, emphasizing a non-diet approach and body respect. We discuss the myths around nutrition, the impact of diet culture, and practical strategies for fostering sust...
Mar 03, 2025•32 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, we sit down with Robyn Goldberg, a seasoned nutrition therapist, certified eating disorder registered dietitian, and author, to explore the intersection of nutrition, mental health, and intuitive eating. With over two decades of experience, Robyn has guided countless individuals toward a healthier relationship with food, emphasizing a non-diet approach and body respect. We discuss the myths around nutrition, the impact of diet culture, and practical strategies for fostering sust...
Feb 28, 2025•4 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Shellee Howard , the CEO of College Ready , a best-selling author, and a certified college strategist. With years of experience guiding students and families through the complex college admissions process, Shellee shares invaluable insights on how to stand out in a competitive landscape, secure scholarships, and choose the right school for long-term success. ✅ Craft the perfect college application ✅ Navigate the ever-changing admissions world ✅ Gain exper...
Feb 24, 2025•24 min•Ep. 139
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Shellee Howard , the CEO of College Ready , a best-selling author, and a certified college strategist. With years of experience guiding students and families through the complex college admissions process, Shellee shares invaluable insights on how to stand out in a competitive landscape, secure scholarships, and choose the right school for long-term success. ✅ Craft the perfect college application ✅ Navigate the ever-changing admissions world ✅ Gain exper...
Feb 24, 2025•32 min•Ep. 139
In this episode, Kirsten sit's down with Shellee Howard , the CEO of College Ready , a best-selling author, and a certified college strategist. With years of experience guiding students and families through the complex college admissions process, Shellee shares invaluable insights on how to stand out in a competitive landscape, secure scholarships, and choose the right school for long-term success. ✅ Craft the perfect college application ✅ Navigate the ever-changing admissions world ✅ Gain exper...
Feb 21, 2025•4 min•Ep. 139
