Send us a text Ready to break free from the shackles of your couch and embrace the adrenaline of the sports field? Join us on an enthralling journey with Dr. Chris Stankovich, a professional athletic counselor. Explore the profound world of sports psychology and how it goes beyond the pitch, to the stage, and into life's challenging arenas. From dealing with performance anxiety to building confidence, we're going to get under the hood of what it takes to excel when the pressure is on. Brace your...
Oct 04, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 161
Send us a text Join me for a riveting conversation with our guest Ceasar Westbrook, the creative genius behind the graphic designs at Opened Eyes. His journey from a hobbyist to professional artist is not only inspiring but also full of valuable lessons for those who wish to turn their passion into a fulfilling career. Ceasar’s unique view on life, family, and friendships will provide a refreshing perspective. From his move to Erie nine years ago, to the complexities of blended family life, and ...
Sep 27, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 160
Send us a text Ever wondered how the world of comedy evolves and what it takes to build a career in it? Buckle up for an enlightening conversation with Tristan Shae, an emerging comic from Columbus, known for his unique blend of humor and mental health advocacy. As a seasoned comedian myself with over a decade of experience, I join forces with Tristan to take you on a fascinating journey exploring the evolution of comedy, the vibrant Columbus scene, and the grind that goes into making people lau...
Sep 20, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 159
Send us a text Ever wondered how laughter can be therapeutic not only in your personal life but also in your professional life? Join us as we sit down for an enlightening conversation with the remarkable Shannon Stewart, a mental health therapist, and entrepreneur from Buffalo, New York. Shannon regales us with tales of her inspiring journey, from forming a dynamic partnership with Brandon Wiley in grad school to launching Opened Eyes, a nonprofit aimed at fostering culture, diversity, inclusion...
Sep 13, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 158
Send us a text Get ready to put your game face on! This high-adrenaline episode of our NFL preview show is a must-listen for any football enthusiast. Our expert panel, featuring sports reporters, coaches, analysts, and a whole crew of other insiders, dissect the game and share their insights and predictions for the upcoming season. Tune in as we kick off with a healthy debate on who could be the potential NFL MVP. Will it be Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, or Trevor Lawrence? The speculation is ele...
Sep 06, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 157
Send us a text Get set for a riveting ride from the humble beginnings in Arkansas to the grandeur of European football with Stan Bedwell, our guest for today's episode. He's not just an ordinary MVP quarterback, but a champion who's won national titles and has an intriguing story to share. His exciting journey from playing football and baseball in North Dakota to shaking up the European football scene is nothing short of inspiring. We delve into his college recruiting process, how he found himse...
Aug 30, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 156
Send us a text Get up close and personal with two-time Division One Coach of the Year, Terry Shea, as we tackle the field of football coaching. From being an all-American quarterback in high school to a third-string quarterback in college, Terry candidly shares his journey. Hear how his mentors, George Seifert and John Robinson, played pivotal roles in his transition to college coaching, and brace yourself for his take on the controversial transfer portal in college football. Get ready to traver...
Aug 23, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 155
Send us a text When faced with the world of sports, one name that stands out is Coach Jovon Johnson. From the bustling streets of Erie, PA, to the limelight of professional football, Johnson's story is a tale of discipline, resilience, and unyielding determination. Brace yourself for a journey that escalates from a childhood marked by struggle, to the thrill of high school football, and the intensity of recruitment that culminated in a scholarship to Iowa. Johnson's chronicles go beyond merely n...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 154
Send us a text Ready to be regaled with tales from the sidelines and beyond? Join me, Mike Bono, as I chat with the charismatic James Hall, Senior Athletic Director and Chief Officer for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at New Mexico State. We journey back to his high school days in Iowa, where he was a fast-rising star on the track, only to hit a hurdle in the form of academic challenges. It’s a saga of sacrifice, persistence, and the power of second chances. Beyond the world of sprints and spik...
Aug 09, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 153
Send us a text Could you imagine leading a football team to victory in the playoffs with only 19-20 players? That's exactly what the Matthews Mustangs achieved in their remarkable 2017 season. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the Mustangs' winning strategies, the coaches' unique backgrounds and their collective philosophy that has turned this team into a formidable force on the field. We'll hear from Mat Polta on how his coaching style has been embraced by the Mustangs and the team's...
Jul 31, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 152
Send us a text Get ready to strap on your helmets and cleats as we huddle up with the legendary Coach Bill Conley for an exhilarating journey through his impressive football career. Coach Conley brings his passion for the game right onto your headphones as he reminisces about his days under the tutelage of Coach Woody Hayes at Ohio State, shares his most memorable games, and details how his playing career led him onto the coaching path. Listen closely as he breaks down the recruitment process, s...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 151
Send us a text Ever wondered how the best high school football teams are built? This episode promises to deliver just that, as we chat with the seasoned coach, Jim Kiernan. Currently an offensive coordinator at Shaker High School, Jim takes us through his journey from playing football at St. Francis Prep and St. Lawrence University, to a vibrant coaching career that spans over three decades. He generously shares some of his top coaching strategies, his summer routines, and how he successfully na...
Jul 19, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 150
Send us a text Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant and fascinating world of Italian culture, as we take you on a journey to the Mount Carmel Club in Lowellville, Ohio. Back on the show for the third year running, Zach Harklerode and his crew will be your guides, sharing the rich traditions of the Lowellville Italian Festival and the meticulous planning behind the Italian Heritage Festival in Ohio. From the intriguing baby-doll dance to the brilliant fireworks, each detail paints a pictu...
Jul 12, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 149
Send us a text Get ready for an exhilarating conversation with our special guest, Jose Jefferson, the director of team operations for the XFL San Antonio Brahmas. Jose will share his inspiring journey from growing up as a three-sport athlete in Omaha, Nebraska to becoming an All-American track star at the University of South Dakota. His incredible story doesn't stop there, as he navigates the world of arena football and the NFL, playing with legends like Charles Barkley, Kevin Johnson, and Dan M...
Jul 05, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 148
Send us a text Discover the secrets of the air raid offense with our guest Hal Mumme, the man responsible for revolutionizing the game of football. Join us as we take a thrilling journey through Hal's coaching career, from his early days at Moody High School to becoming an offensive coordinator at UTEP. Learn how his time at BYU studying under LaVelle Edwards influenced the development of the air raid offense and how it has transformed the way football is played today. Explore the fascinating ev...
Jun 28, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 147
Send us a text I sit down with Bradley University Video Coordinator and Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Patrick Althoff. Take a listen to how he got to where he is today and his journey to knowing former guests and big fans of the show Drew and Ryan Barth. Download and subscribe for more! Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhood The Tactical Brotherhood is a movement to support Ame...
Jun 21, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 146
Send us a text I sit down with this amazing man, who's a podcast host for I Survived, and a survivor of some major trauma, David Keck joins the show. This one is very informative, and eye opening. David goes into his journey to how he got to where he is today. Trigger warning, this talks about very serious and eye opening material, but his story needs to be heard! Take a listen, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 145
Send us a text I sit down with fellow Italian, sports and fitness buff, and all around great guy Jordan DeMarco. Take a listen to his great story and his journey to where he is now, Download and subscribe for more! Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhood The Tactical Brotherhood is a movement to support America. Dubby Energy FROM GAMERS TO GYM JUNKIES TO ENTREPRENEURS, OUR PRODUCT ...
Jun 07, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 144
Send us a text I sit down with a panel of guests and a very special co-host for the show as we breakdown the NBA Finals. My Guest include: Drew McLaughlin, Drew Barth, Ryan Barth, Mister Askew, Tony Bogan, Mike Worrell, and Bob Gavalier. Take a listen to our takes on what we think will happen in the NBA Finals, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhoo...
May 31, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 143
Send us a text I talk with Eureka College graduate and current Executive Director and Chief Development Officer at Purdue University Dan Bolsen! We go through his journey and how he got to where he is today! Take a listen to his great story, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhood The Tactical Brotherhood is a movement to support America. Dubby Ener...
May 24, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 142
Send us a text I sit down with a former guest who was on previously with his brother Drew and now is a current Eureka College football coach, Ryan Barth joins the show. It was great to sit down one on one with him and get his take on playing with his older brother, what it was like playing for his uncle, and coaching at Bethany College. Take a listen to his journey, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe for exclusive content: https:...
May 17, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 141
Send us a text I sit down with former Norte Dame College student-athlete, current teacher, and former player for Cleveland Guardians great Len Barker, TJ Lett joins the show! We go through everything from what his recruiting process was like, to what is was like playing for the last player in Guardians history to pitch a perfect game, to what he is doing now. Take a listen to his great journey, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/s...
May 10, 2023•57 min•Season 3Ep. 140
Send us a text I sit down with a panel of guests as we break down this years NFL Draft. My Panel includes: Tony Bogan, Mister Askew, Jermery McElroy, Bob Gavalier, and Bill Stoy. We give our take on these questions: 1.) Which team won the draft? 2.) Which team was the drafts biggest loser? 3.) How do you feel about the draft being moved from city to city each year? Do you like it or not? 4.) Who was the best pick in the draft this year? 5.) Who do you think won the Aaron Rodgers trade? The Jets ...
May 03, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 139
Send us a text I sit down and talk with current D-Line Coach at Prairie View A&M University Jonas Jackson! In 2018 and ’19, Jackson was an assistant at Your Call Football, an interactive competition in which participants call plays in real time for a series of live exhibition American football games with players, some of whom have played in the NFL or CFL. The participants watch the game via live streaming media and use a smartphone app to select the plays. From 2013 to ’18, he was an assist...
Apr 26, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 138
Send us a text I sit down with Former Eureka College Standout Running Back, and current Finnish Professional Football play Le'Anthony Reasnover! We talk about everything from his journey to the pros, how he got to play ball overseas, and everything in between. Be sure to listen to his great story on how he became a pro football player, download and subscribe for more! Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhood The Tactical Brotherhood is a mo...
Apr 19, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 137
Send us a text I sit down with Eureka College Head Football coach, and nephew to former guests of the show Drew and Ryan Barth. We talk about his journey to the becoming the head coach, some great stories about the Barth Brothers, and everything in between! Take a listen to his journey and some great stories, download and subscribe for more! Also be sure to check out all of our sponsors for some great deals! Subscribe if you enjoyed the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Subscribe ...
Apr 12, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Send us a text Take a listen to your special guest host Johnny "Fiddy" Falconi host the show with as we bring back some of the small business owners to talk more about their businesses. That includes: Nicole Faeth, Brandon Wiley, Jason Bickel, Dr. Roger Huang, Austin Malutic, and yours truly Mike Bono! We dive deep into their businesses and everything that it entails! Take a listen to all of our great stories, download and subscribe for more. Plus be sure to check out all of our small businesses...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 135
Send us a text I sit down with a very special co-host in Johnny "Fiddy" Falconi and we talk with a panel of guest which Include: Nick Canterino Mike Worrell Drew Barth Tony Bogan Duncan Williams Paolo DePasquale Brian Sansom Ryan Barth We break down the Final 4, what we think is going to happen and our predictions on who goes to the National Championship Game. We break this up into 2 groups with a different set a questions for each group and each group brings a different prospective to the game ...
Mar 31, 2023•57 min•Season 3Ep. 134
Send us a text I sit down with my panel of guest which include Johnny "Fiddy" Falconi, Austin Malutic, and Tony Bogan as we break down the up and coming MLB Season! Here are some of the questions that we cover in this episode: 1.) Do you think the Cleveland Guardians will improve on their 2022 record of 90-72? 2.) Which New York team is under more pressure to win this season? The Mets or Yankees? 3.) Who will be the biggest surprise team this season? 4.) Is the AL East or the NL West a better di...
Mar 22, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 133
Send us a text I sit down with former guest, small business owner, and non-profit owner Adam Bickel. Adam has been on the show before with his brother Jason and we talk about a lot during this show. Take a listen, Download and Subscribe for more! Subscribe for exclusive content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1530455/support Tactical Brotherhood The Tactical Brotherhood is a movement to support America. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commissio...
Mar 15, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 11
