Gene Zannetti gives his detailed Final X recap, going through all the weight classes and breaking down the wrestlers, matches, and surprises as Team USA starts to take shape. Timestamps: 0:18 - Going through the weight classes 5:42 - Competing when hurt 8:36 - How age impacts performance 16:30 - Yianni will be back 24:21 - Feeling strong 32:37 - Real Woods making World Team 🎯 This episode is sponsored by: 🥗 Eat Clean Bro – eatcleanbro.com Use code MINDSET for 15% off your order 💪 Champion Ath...
Jun 30, 2025•38 min
Gene Zannetti talks with Josh Barr about his approach to life, how getting beat up on the mat will teach you more, which mindset to bring to which tournament, and the importance of staying relaxed. Timestamps: 1:22 - Approaching life 4:23 - Four themes of Penn State wrestling 8:02 - It's good to get beat up 9:29 - Mentality depending on the event 13:47 - Staying fun and relaxed 18:37 - Rapid questions 🎯 This episode is sponsored by: 🥗 Eat Clean Bro – eatcleanbro.com Use code MINDSET for 15% of...
Jun 09, 2025•21 min
Gene Zannetti talks with Keegan O'Toole about wrestling through the season with an injury and his transition from wrestler to coach. They touch on wrestling paradoxes and how the one constant is glorifying God throughout his life. Timestamps: 1:20 - Wrestling with an injury 4:36 - Being a husband first 9:19 - The paradoxes of the sport 11:15 - God as a constant 16:17 - The definition of success 25:03 - How mentality equates to future success Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 3...
Jun 02, 2025•33 min
Gene Zannetti talks with Pete Reilly about balancing wrestling with other sports, how coaches are raising people, not just wrestlers, ensuring that they have a real childhood, and preparing them eventually for life when their wrestling careers is over. Timestamps: 5:40 - Coaching different age groups 8:26 - Balanced approach with other sports 17:10 - Childhood should be an amazing time 24:10 - Life after wrestling 31:48 - Working through paradoxes 38:17 - Raising people not just wrestlers Rememb...
May 19, 2025•42 min
Gene Zannetti talks with U17 Freestyle World Team Trials Champion Keegan Bassett about his recent victory, the perks of growing up in a wrestling family, what motivates him more than anything, and how he'll use it, along with mindset training, to tackle the rest of the freestyle season. Timestamps: 1:10 - Recapping WTT 4:10 - Wrestling your partner 8:28 - Being part of a wrestling family 9:09 - Motivations and goals 15:21 - Mindset training benefits 16:23 - Approach to the freestyle season Remem...
May 12, 2025•19 min
Gene Zannetti talks with Coach Michael Blanchard about his newly released book, The Path We Take. They discuss how it's part Michael's origin story, part mindset guide, and how important it is the help kids find their own way in wrestling and life. Timestamps: 1:00 - Extended wrestling camps 6:04 - Looking at the bigger picture 7:01 - The Path We Take book 12:50 - Who the book is for 17:05 - Letting your kids find their own way 24:13 - Last year's wins Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $20...
Apr 29, 2025•27 min
USA Olympic Coach Valentin Kalika and Gene Zannetti talk about the differences in wrestling around the world. From the money to be made, to switching between coaches, and how intensity and quality need to go hand in hand for a wrestler to truly succeed. Timestamps: 3:56 - Champions are a family 5:53 - The money in wrestling 9:02 - The downside of jumping coaches 11:32 - Wrestling around the world 15:17 - Intensity vs quality 21:12 - Coaching Team USA Greco Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for...
Apr 21, 2025•31 min
Kyle Dake and Greg Accetta talk with Gene Zannetti about their newly released documentary. They talk about how it started, how being filmed can affect your behavior, and how a business partnership became a lasting friendship. Timestamps: 2:55 - How the documentary started 21:38 - Injuries that would break other wrestlers 33:40 - Greg and Kyle meet for the first time 49:27 - Creating a friendship 51:33 - Dealing with naysayers 57:26 - How filming affects your behavior Remember to use code "30DAYP...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Dean Hamiti talks with Gene Zannetti about the NCAAs and what's next for him at Oklahoma State. He talks about the coaches there, his mindset going into every match, and what his path to the Olympics will look like. Timestamps: 0:36 - After the NCAAs 2:24 - How to put on a show 4:14 - Wrestling David Taylor 7:05 - Oklahoma State Coaches 10:50 - Upcoming plans 13:11 - Looking to the Olympics Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingminds...
Apr 07, 2025•18 min
Bo Bassett and Gene Zannetti recap this year's surprising NCAA outcome. They also touch on what Gable has done for wrestling overall, how to consistently keep beating the same opponents, and why having faith and family is better than going at it alone. Timestamps: 1:15 - Gable is an icon 7:10 - Carter Starocci's mindset 10:30 - Bassett Brothers on stage 16:43 - Beating the same guys over and over 22:20 - You can't do it on your own 30:58 - There are no gimmes Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" ...
Mar 31, 2025•35 min
Gene and Jeff Zannetti talk about this year's unexpected NCAA results, discussing the least aggressive finals in a while, some unexpected political appearances, and what they hope for the future of the tournament. Timestamps: 0:38- Wyatt Hendrickson, Gable and Trump 7:51 - Gavin Drexler lowest seeded All-American 11:28 - AJ Ferrari reformed 17:10 - Carter Starocci wins unprecedented #5 18:54 - Nebraska wrestling 24:16 - David Taylor and OSU 34:18 - Penn StateRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" f...
Mar 26, 2025•53 min
Bo Bassett's parents talk about his recruitment process before finally landing on Iowa, what they loved about that college compared to the rest, and when recruiters are saying what the wrestler wants to hear, how parents can cut through that to see what's really on the table. Timestamps: 1:13 - Bo's recruitment process 4:21 - The criteria that Iowa met 9:36 - Cutting through the ''recruiter talk'' 19:26 - Living in a three-wrestler household 27:31 - Mindset is everything 29:01 - Moms' impact on ...
Mar 03, 2025•39 min
Bo Bassett talks about his choice to join the Iowa State Hawkeyes, what it's like to work with wrestling greats like the Brands Brothers and Alex Marinelli, and how you can be aggressive for points and still smile and have fun. Timestamps: 0:39 - Bo joins the Hawkeyes 2:02 - Why Iowa 4:57 - The Brands Brothers coaching style 7:30 - Working with Coach Alex Marinelli 11:29 - Upcoming tournaments 13:31 - Mindset going into the post-season Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day ...
Feb 28, 2025•18 min
All-American and Wrestling Mindset Partner Shayne Van Ness talks about how useful smiling can be when dealing with pressure, that sometimes losing a match is exactly what a wrestler needs to grow even more, and most importantly, what's it gonna take to win a title this year. Timestamps: 1:53 - Forget the pressure and smile 2:46 - Parents at matches might help with pressure 4:14 - Sometimes losing a match is the best thing for you 5:00 - Be yourself 8:12 - Penn State's common mindset 12:41 - Not ...
Feb 17, 2025•15 min
When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, how do elite wrestlers stay calm, focused, and confident? In this video, we break down strategies to manage postseason stress, maintain composure, and perform at your best when it matters most. Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation. This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off. Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the...
Feb 11, 2025•14 min
On today's show we have St. Edward and UPenn grads, state champs, and NCAA Div I wrestlers Ben Hatta (EIWA Champion) and Yoshi Nakamura (2X All-American, EIWA/Penn HOF) to discuss the latest 4- part wrestling docuseries, Clash of Dynasties: St. Edward vs Walsh Jesuit. Hatta, has previously produced critically acclaimed wrestling documentaries, Team Foxcatcher (Netflix) and Angle (Peacock)- both with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and is now directing his latest project, Clash, about the intense 10-yea...
Dec 23, 2024•40 min
2024 NCAA Runner-Up and Wrestling Mindset partner Beau Bartlett talks about wrestling's competitive spirit, why we love it so much, and how we can make a stronger impact on the next generation. Timestamps: 1:20 - American wrestling's competitive spirit 5:20 - Learning from your elders 7:18 - Why we love wrestling 10:38 - The rewards of working with young kids 12:32 - Listening to advice 15:35 - Making an impact on young wrestlers Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archiv...
Dec 09, 2024•21 min
Wrestling Mindset CEO Gene Zannetti talks with Pin Cancer Founder Dan Tramontozzi about how the wrestling community can help Pin Cancer and make a difference in the lives of those affected. Link to donate- https://getinvolved.pincancer.org/campaign/641472/donate Pin Cancer website- https://pincancer.org Timestamps: 1:19 - The origins of Pin Cancer 4:52 - Gaining perspective 7:50 - The power of gratitude 15:02 - Something you could be doing right now 22:00 - Knowledge - Action = Nothing 30:42 - W...
Nov 25, 2024•42 min
Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti gives a masterclass in Japanese Wrestling. He explores the evolution from ancient Samurai combat to modern Judo, highlighting how these martial arts shaped today's wrestling techniques, the mixing of cultures when Judo and American wrestlers traded knowledge and techniques, and the philosophical foundations of Japanese wrestling, examining key figures like Jiguro Kano and essential texts, including Takadi Hatta's handbook. Timestamps: 0:58 - Japanese wrest...
Nov 12, 2024•41 min
Yianni Discusses What the Future Holds for His Wrestling Career. Timestamps: 1:03 - Looking long term 2:16 - How to stay mentally strong during recovery 4:48 - Always practicing 7:13 - Cornell's plans this year 12:04 - The inspiring stories about John Smith 15:21 - Helping other wrestlers Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes. If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partner...
Nov 04, 2024•20 min
Fresh off a Super 32 Title, Bo Basset shares he tenacity about knowing when to dig deep, what he thinks are the top 5 high school tournaments, and much more! Timestamps: 05:56 - Knowing when to dig deep 08:11 - Dealing with facing your idols 10:28 - Top 5 high school tournaments 17:26 - Acting different in practice and matches 23:12 - Sibling differences 31:07 - Choosing schools as a top recruit Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes. If ...
Oct 28, 2024•36 min
Vito Arujau is looking to defend his title at the World Championships. Listen to his thoughts and feelings before the tournament. Timestamps: 2:32 - Can't be 100% all year round 4:50 - Looking past the pressure 9:10 - Seeing big events as just wrestling 11:00 - Visualize keeping things together 16:00 - Giving mindset advice 20:27 - The challenge is our minds Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes. If you want to support the podcast, pleas...
Oct 21, 2024•24 min
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Oct 14, 2024•49 min
Joe DeSena, Owner of Spartan, talks with Gene Zannetti about the new book he collaborated on, Extreme Balance: Paradoxical Principles That Make You a Champion https://a.co/d/1L9D0oI . Together, they dive into some core teachings of the book: the mistake most people make is to sacrifice health and wellness first, how we need to shift from focusing on work-life balance to work-life integration, and that kids can learn a lot through rejection that will help build their character. Timestamps: 0:28 -...
Oct 07, 2024•19 min
Ben Askren and Spartan Owner Joe DeSena wrote a book Extreme Balance https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Balance-Paradoxical-Principles-Champion/dp/1642011770 to teach wrestlers how to balance paradox to Succeed in wrestling and life. Timestamps: 2:15 - Living in a world of paradox 8:09 - The most common questions 12:30 - Balancing confidence and motivation 21:29 - Not following Iowa-style wrestling 26:39 - Inspiration from other martial arts 33:24 - Wrestling concepts for everyday life Please LIKE a...
Sep 30, 2024•44 min
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the founder of Functional Patterns, Naudi Aguilar. Together, they discuss how wrestling is more multi-dimensional and challenging than mixed martial arts. They also talk about how to deal with and even utilize the generational trauma that exists inside all of us. They break down common misconceptions about heavy lifting and sprinting. They also get into how understanding functional anatomy is essential when we are striving to reac...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 17 min
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Head Coach of USA Women's Team, Terry Steiner. Together, they discuss how the US Olympic Women's Team faired this year They also talked about their approach to the Olympics and what effect it had on the team, how country cultures play a role in wrestling overall, and they break down the performance and future potential of each wrestler on the team. Timestamps: 1:14 - Approach to the Olympics 6:26 - Culture's role in wrestling 9:01...
Sep 09, 2024•43 min
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with legendary coach Tadaaki Hatta. Together, they discuss Japan's success in this year's Olympics and how the trend of their dominance could be seen from the previous Olympics in 2020. They also talked about differences in wrestling in Japan versus the US, what are the philosophies of the sport between the two countries, how the Olympics are the peak of wrestling for most of the world, but for the US, it's the NCAAs and why wrestling ...
Sep 03, 2024•53 min
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Olympic Gold Medalist Zaurbek Sidakov. Together, they discuss how Russia managed to standardize practice routines across the country during communism; even though this may have hurt innovative practice methods, it set values and goals for all to aspire to and strive for. They also talked about the difference between static stretching and dynamic warmups and how warning up is a part of the workout and not just something we have to ...
Aug 26, 2024•30 min
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Neurosurgeon and CEO of Optimized Life, Dr.Jack Kruse Kyle Dake spoke about how he maximizes his potential through the theories of Jack Kruse on Quantum Biology (Light, Water, and Magnetism). Dake on Flo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLGYJvHvWZM&t=347s Dr. Jack Kruse is a respected neurosurgeon and CEO of Kruse Longevity Center https://jackkruse.com/ Mentioned in show: Recommendations for high altitude living podcast: https...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 37 min
