Raised in Poverty + Dance Prodigy = Black Principal American Ballet Theater On this episode of SLB, John Moffett speaks with Ballet Prodigy, Best-Selling Author, and the first African American Principal Dancer for the American Ballet Theater, Misty Copeland. Tune in to hear Misty tell her story, including her childhood adversities, her experience being a minority in the dance industry, and her path to success. Learn more about Misty by visiting https://mistycopeland.com/ And check out her books:...
Apr 06, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Driving Impact + Creating Profit = Founder, Angel City Football Club Join host, John Moffet, on another episode of SLB featuring our special guest, Julie Uhrman! From D1 athlete to Co-Founder and President of the Angel City Football Club, Julie is driving a major change in the world of women’s sports. You won’t want to miss this episode as Julie dives into how the pioneering women’s professional soccer team was formed and how they’re continuing to make a difference in the community....
Feb 17, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Olympic Baseball Gold + Major League Pitcher = Missing Right Hand Join host John Moffet as he speaks with Major League Baseball legend Jim Abbott! Even after being born without his right hand, Abbott found his passion for sports early and persisted in being the best, despite his limitations. Hear Abbott's journey from his high school team to the big leagues as a Yankee. Read Jim's book, Imperfect: An Improbable Life : https://a.co/d/6ZR833A...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Athlete Rights Activist + Olympic Rower = World Record Masters Cyclist Join John Moffet as he interviews Athlete Rights Activist, Olympic Rower, and World-Record Masters Cyclist Jan Palchikoff. Listen in as she talks about her journey in Olympic rowing, from finishing fifth in double sculls in the 1976 Summer Olympics to qualifying for the 1980 U.S. Olympic team.
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 10
On this week’s episode of SLB, join host, John Moffet, as he listens to Paralympic Gold Medalist, Brad Snyder, talk about what made him the man he is today. From his childhood dreams, serving in the Navy, wounded in combat, to his victory at the 2012 London Paralympic Games… Brad never failed to make the most of his recovery. If you'd like to find out more about Brad Snyder's life-journey, check out his book, " Fire in My Eyes ," or visit his website . Season Sponsor: ROKA Us...
Sep 16, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Join John Moffet as he interviews World Champion Diver turned Sports Psychologist, Dr. Megan Neyer. From a small town in Kentucky, to Southern California, Neyer trained at the legendary Mission Viejo Aquatic Center with the U.S. Olympic Coach and greatest diver of all time, Greg Lougainis. Listen in as she talks about her journey in Olympic Diving and the battles she faced along the way. Season Sponsor: ROKA Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka. Disclaimer: This post contai...
Sep 09, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 8
We’re back this week with yet another special guest, Steve Mesler! As an Olympic Gold Medalist in Bobsledding, CEO of Classroom Champions Foundation, and U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Board Member, Steve talks with John about the long-life influences of being a world class athlete. T hanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka. https://www.roka.com/
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This week on SPORTS+LIFE+BALANCE, we welcome Bonnie Blair a speed skater and one of the most decorated Olympians of all time. At 16 years old, Bonnie qualified for the U.S. Olympic trials the first time she raced the 500 meters. Join John Moffet as he speaks with Bonnie about her climb to the top!
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 6
On this week’s episode, John sits down with five-time Paralympic medalist, Lex Gillette! Hear from Lex himself about his experience with sudden blindness at a young age and how he overcame this to get where he is today. Keep up with Lex: https://lexgillette.com/ Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka. https://www.roka.com/...
Aug 05, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Best Selling Author and Extreme Marathon Swimming Pioneer, Lynne Cox, joins John Moffet on a special episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE. From breaking multiple world records, and cross-channel swimming around the world, to publishing seven books, Lynne shares her inspiring life story. Pick up a copy of Tales of Al: The Water Rescue Dog : https://www.amazon.com/Tales-Al-Water-Rescue-Dog/dp/B09HVCDK7W/ Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka....
Jul 29, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Legendary Figure Skater and Cancer Survivor, Scott Hamilton, joins John Moffet on SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE to share his journey to Olympic Gold. From a sickly childhood to a battle with cancer, Scott has defeated all odds to become the man he is today.
Jul 22, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 3
This week on SPORTS+LIFE+BALANCE, John meets with a dynamic duo, siblings Brooke and Kurt Hanson. Tune in to the story of Brooke, an Olympic Gold and Silver Breaststroke Medalist, and Kurt, a Sports Broadcaster, a sibling pair who grew up on the beaches of Australia as part of the Hanson Family surf-lifesaving dynasty. Brooke and Kurt would like to dedicate this episode to their late Grandfather, John Mills, who passed away at the age of 94 after this episode was recorded. Before his death, John...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 2
On the Season 3 premiere of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Greg Bonaan shares the tragedy that changed his perspective on lifeguarding and ultimately inspired him to create and produce the first television show to reach one billion viewers worldwide — the entertainment juggernaut called Baywatch . Greg Bonann is an American lifeguard, television producer, director, writer, and showrunner. He is best known for co-creating the internationally syndicated television series Baywatch , which ran for eleven ...
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 1
SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE returns this summer with 12 more exciting guests. You won't want to miss these special guests, from all-star Olympians to trail-blazing thought leaders and entertainment titans. Subscribe today!
May 09, 2022•52 sec
In the season 2 finale, John Moffet is joined by the Marathon Goddess, Julie Weiss. Tune in to hear the story of how running helped Julie overcome deep depression and gave her a purpose after her father's sudden death from pancreatic cancer. Julie channeled her grief into a commitment to run 52 marathons in 52 weeks to raise money and hope in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Learn more about Julie Weiss: https://marathongoddess.com/ https://www.instagram.com/marathongoddess/ Thanks to o...
Oct 29, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 12
John Moffet is joined by award-winning sportswriter, best-selling author, journalism professor, and columnist for NBCOlympics.com, Alan Abrahamson. In today's SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE episode, Alan shares the story of how he set his sights on becoming a sports journalist from a young age and worked relentlessly to achieve his dream. Alan has now covered 11 Olympics, including this past summer in Tokyo. And with more than 30 years of telling in-depth stories of athletes and the games, he prov...
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John Moffet is joined by French Olympian, Australian Olympian, United Kingdom Coach, and United States Synchronized Swimming Chief Executive Officer, Myriam Glez. On the podcast, Myriam shares stories from her international journey through sports and her new mission to help athletes transition out of sports and into fulfilling and balanced lives. Learn more about Athletes Soul: https://www.athletessoul.org/ Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use c...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John Moffet is joined by Willie Banks. The inventor of the famous “rhythmic clap,” three-time Olympian Willie Banks has contributed to the sport as both an athlete and contributor for over forty years, and currently serves as an elected member of the World Athletics Council. Learn more about Willie Banks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsjjapan/ Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka. https://www...
Oct 08, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 9
John Moffet is joined by Sue Enquist, a UCLA Hall of Fame softball player, coaching legend, educator, and sports consultant. In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Sue shares her journey to 11 National Championship titles as a player and then as a coach — the most in collegiate history! You'll also learn about her "second chapter" after coaching that lead her to the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Learn more about Sue Enquist: http://www.sueenquist.com/ Thanks to our episode sponsor,...
Oct 01, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John Moffet is joined by Craig Hummer, an Emmy-nominated sports broadcaster, author, lifeguard, and former professional ocean Ironman champion. Craig has covered more than 60 sports in his 25-year broadcasting career, has been the host or done play-by-play at 5 Olympic and Paralympic Games, spend five years broadcasting from the Tour de France, and has been the voice of professional bull riding since 2006. Tune in to hear the unlikely story of a kid fr...
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John Moffet is joined by Sami Jo Small, a Canadian Olympic gold medal-winning goaltender and 4x world champion. Sami Jo shares the story of the first time she ever played on an all-women hockey team leading up to the 1998 Nagano Olympic games. She went on to make two more Olympic teams, won four world championships, and had a long career as a pro, both as a player and manager. Sami Jo's story is also filled with personal struggles and heartbrea...
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John Moffet is joined by figure skating duo Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner. Tai and Randy competed in the 1976 winter Olympics, won 5 consecutive U.S. Championships, and were World Champions in 1979. They were favorites to win Olympic gold at the 1980 games in Lake Placid, New York, until a freak injury took them out of the competition. Tune in to hear Tai and Randy share how it felt to have their heartbreak unfold on live television around the world…...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 5
John Moffet is joined by Candace Cable, a nine-time U.S. Winter and Summer Paralympian, a pioneer in paralympic sports, and a global disability activist. In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Candace shares the story of how she found herself adrift, depressed, and addicted to drugs after a life-changing car accident that left her paralyzed. After months in rehab, she enrolled in Long Beach State where she discovered her knack for swimming and wheelchair racing. Since her first Paralympi...
Sep 03, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 4
John Moffet is joined by Steve Smith, a two-time Stanford national water polo champion and space shuttle astronaut. In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Steve shares his road to becoming an astronaut through years of setbacks and obstacles. You'll also learn about the near-death experience at 15 years old that changed the trajectory of his life. Learn more about Steve Smith: https://www.astronautstevesmith.com/ Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% ...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 3
John Moffet is joined by Brandi Chastain, an American soccer player, two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion, two-time Olympic gold-medalist, coach, and sports broadcaster. In today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Brandi shares the pivotal moment when she discovered that her immense talent could only take her so far. You'll hear how throughout her career, through all the setbacks and injuries, she was always guided by a single powerful force: love. Follow Brandi Chastain: https:...
Aug 20, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 2
For over two decades, Phil Keoghan has been the face of thrilling international travel. Host of The Amazing Race , co-creator of CBS’s Tough as Nails , and avid ultra-distance biker, there’s no doubt that Phil Keoghan is one of the most recognizable and influential figures in the adventure-sphere. On the Season 2 premiere of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Phil shares insight into the dangerous circumstances that launched his passion for world adventure. Follow Phil Keoghan: https://www.instagram.com/p...
Aug 13, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Season 2 of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE is back right after the Tokyo Olympics! Subscribe today so you don't miss another round of guests with fresh perspectives about how lessons from sports enhance our lives.
Jul 11, 2021•1 min
John Moffet is joined by Donna de Varona, an Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer, pioneering sports broadcaster, and history-making activist for women in sports. At age 13, Donna de Varona was the youngest member of the United States swimming team at the Olympic Games Rome 1960. She broke 18 world records by the age of 17 and won two gold medals when she competed in the 400-meter individual medley and the 4x100 freestyle relay at the Tokyo 1964 Games. On today’s episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Before she became a Masters World Track Cycling Champion and everyone's favorite Peloton instructor, Christine D’Ercole dreamed of a life in the performing arts. The only problem? Nobody would book her. On this episode of SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, Christine shares her story of how cycling transformed her life and what the immense pressure to be "perfect" taught her along the way. Ride with Christine on Peloton: https://www.onepeloton.com/instructors/bike/IAMICANIWILLIDO Learn more ...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 11
John Register is a two-time Paralympian, Army veteran, author, and lifelong athlete. He qualified for the Olympic Trials twice in track and field and seemed destined to compete on the 1996 Olympic Team.... that is until one misstep over the hurdle changed his life forever. Today on SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE, John shares his story of how he used athletics to overcome one of the greatest challenges in life, earn a Paralympic silver medal, AND set the American long jump record with a distance of 5.41...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 10
