Best Aaron Schultz Podcasts (2025)

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Colts are NFL's best, Aaron Nesmith extension, World Series set! | Episode 258 - 10.21.25 1:08:43

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The guys discuss the Colts' historic offensive performance through seven games as they sit atop the NFL standings at 6-1, get into the Aaron Nesmith extension with the Pacers, talk a little college football, and Jake pretends like he's always been a huge Toronto Blue Jays fan. Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Zaire cheesesteak Chilly Water Brewin…

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Coaching Under Pressure: Owning Your Dark Traits 15:17

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Pressure doesn’t invent character—it reveals it. When the game tightens and the season bites back, many of us slide into sarcasm, shut people out, or bury ourselves in busywork that feels safe. I unpack those dark traits head-on and share how elite coaches identify them, speak them aloud, and build systems that keep emotion from hijacking the facts…

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Jonathan Taylor does it again, Daniel Jones concerns and Omar Cooper saves the day! | Episode 261 - 11.11.25 1:05:10

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In a chilly edition of the show from Chilly Water Brewing Co. tap room, the guys discuss the Colts' latest win and how it means good things for a team that is rounding into a supposed contender. Also, concerns with Daniel Jones, Omar Cooper's incredible catch in State College, and Schultz's propensity to withdraw from college courses. Hoagies & Hop…

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Mick Byrne : From All Blacks to Fiji. How Self Awareness Creates Culture that Lasts. 1:04:22

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What if culture didn’t need a slogan? Mick Byrne, head coach of the Flying Fijians and former All Blacks coach, joins us to unpack a disarmingly simple idea: culture is values, standards, and beliefs lived every day. No fanfare. No buzzwords. Just behavior. From a Fijian security guard celebrating effort after a loss to rival teams singing together…

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Why Treating Parenting Like Coaching Creates Stronger Families And Teams 18:22

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What if the best parenting lessons come from the locker room—and the sharpest coaching insights come from home? I share how a sudden end to a playing career and the birth of my first child collided, starting a sixteen-year stretch where coaching and parenting ran in parallel and taught me the same truths about growth, standards, and care. We unpack…

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Q3 Earnings Review with LEEF Brands CEO Micah Anderson 1:04:54

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In this episode, we sit down with Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands (CSE: LEEF | OTCQB: LEEEF), to break down the company’s Q3 2025 financial results and what’s driving its turnaround story. LEEF delivered a standout quarter with revenue up 24% year-over-year to $8.4M, gross margins doubling to 45%, and the company generating positive adjusted EBI…

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Myles Turner gets booed in return, Colts sloppiness dooms them versus Steelers! | Episode 260 - 11.4.25 1:04:25

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The guys discuss Myles Turner's return, his reception, and react to what he had to say postgame. Also, a discussion over whether baseball is having a moment again and why the Colts' loss in Pittsburgh may have just been a bad afternoon at the office. (*recorded a few hours before the Sauce Gardner trade, unfortunately) Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the …

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Sam Wykes: Building Team Culture Through People, Not Facilities. A Sunwolves Casestudy. 1:13:09

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What if the best culture you ever built came after a 90-point loss? That’s not a stunt—it’s the backbone of our Sunwolves story, where people, not facilities, carried an underdog through brutal travel, language barriers, and constant roster churn. We dig into a season that forced clarity. With 13 cultural backgrounds and minimal prep, we taught thr…

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Finn McQuaid and Matthew Saunders on Tuberculosis and Climate change 10:50

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Dr Finn McQuaid and Dr Matthew Saunders join Arianna Colosio to discuss an analytical framework to describe potential causal relationships between climate change and tuberculosis. Click here to read the full article Continue this conversation on social! Follow us today at... https://thelancet.bsky.social/ https://instagram.com/thelancetgroup https:…

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Define Culture Or Drift: Why Writing It Down Raises The Bar 14:30

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Ever wonder why some teams lift their standards from the inside while others grind for results that never stick? We dig into a simple chain that explains it: vision shapes leadership, leadership shapes culture, culture shapes performance, and performance shapes legacy. The magic happens in the middle. Culture isn’t a side project or a mood; it’s th…

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Jonathan Taylor for MVP, Colts schedule gets tough, Pacers early injury woes! | Episode 259 - 10.28.25 1:10:25

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Greg Rakestraw fills in for a traveling Schultz as the guys talk about Jonathan Taylor forcing his way into the MVP conversation, the early Pacers' start and more! Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Chili Cheese Coney Dogs Chilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Dr. Feel GoodBy Query & Schultz

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Ben Darwin: You Can't Out Coach the Numbers. Heres the Data to Prove it. 1:18:18

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Ever notice how the “genius coach” story never mentions the stacked deck? We dig into the Monopoly Effect—a coin-flip advantage that people later mistake for skill—and use it to decode why some teams look unstoppable while others keep rebuilding without getting better. With Ben Darwin of Gain Line Analytics, we map the hidden architecture of perfor…

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Cannabis Done Right with Jetty CEO Ron Gershoni 58:37

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In this episode of Higher Exchanges, we sit down with Ron Gershoni, CEO and co-founder of Jetty Extracts — one of California’s longest-standing cannabis brands — to explore what it takes to build, protect, and scale a cannabis brand in today’s challenging market. We cover: 🚀 Jetty’s founding story and lessons from a decade of brand building 💨 From …

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How to reduce the anxiety your players feel 11:00

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The fastest way to unlock performance isn’t a new drill or a sharper playbook—it’s lowering the mental noise your athletes carry in with them. We share a simple story from a doctor’s office that proves how precise care changes state without changing a single variable on the whiteboard. That shift in state turns scattered attention into readiness, a…

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Glen Jackson: Talent doesn't always win: Building culture in the Fijian Drua. 53:06

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Glenn Jackson's remarkable rugby journey defies conventional paths. After an impressive playing career with Bay of Plenty, the Chiefs, and Saracens (where he earned Premiership Players Player of the Year), he pivoted to become a professional referee, officiating 32 Test matches before transitioning to coaching. Now head coach of the Fijian Drua, Ja…

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Ken Grover: The World Is Your Classroom: How Rugby Tours Build Character. 58:28

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Want to find out more for how to organise a school tour: https://gullivers.com.au/rugbyschooltours/ What happens when young athletes step outside their comfort zones and experience the world through the lens of rugby? Ken Grover, the 79-year-old founder of Gulliver's Travel, has been answering this question for over four decades through more than 4…

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Colts MVP: Jones or JT? Why Cignetti might not leave IU! | Episode 257 - 10.14.25 1:09:29

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On this week's episode, the guys jump into Indiana's program statement win in Eugene and some of the reasons why Curt Cignetti would stay and buck conventional wisdom when it comes to moving to a "better" program. Also, the guys give their picks for Colts MVP to this point and discuss why they feel like this is the year to strike in the AFC. Hoagie…

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Eddie Jones on culture, risk, and advice to all coaches. 1:01:39

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Want a culture that actually lives on the field? We sat down with Eddie Jones to unpack the coaching choices that create real belonging, sharper decision-making, and braver rugby. From leaving a safe career to grinding through 100‑player university squads in Japan, Eddie shows how risk, clarity, and context build both teams and coaches who last. We…

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Minnesota's New Era with Aaron Edelheit 1:16:24

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Minnesota just launched adult-use cannabis sales — and the market could quickly become one of the most lucrative in the U.S. Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia sit down with Aaron Edelheit, CEO of Mindset Capital, to unpack why Minnesota’s cannabis rollout is so unique and what it means for operators, investors, and policy watchers. In this episode: M…

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How to Grow Leadership in Players who Don't Talk 13:42

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Send us a text If you can SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and SHARE the show and series, you would be doing your bit to grow this show. Very appreciated. Ben To subscribe to the newsletter or to get a copy of the book, jump onto: www.coachingculture.com.au Support the show Share this show with your mates, rugby, coaches, leaders! Dont be shy.…

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Colts rout Raiders, bad Mark Sanchez Situation takes, and Ashton Dulin appreciation! | Episode 256 - 10.7.25 1:09:19

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Jimmy Gopperth: What the Best Do Differently. Coaching Insights from the Worlds Most Capped Player. 1:05:50

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526 professional games ! How do elite rugby teams cultivate environments where players willingly run through brick walls for their coaches? Jimmy Gopperth, with an unprecedented 526 professional games across 23 years at the highest levels, provides rare insights into what truly builds championship team cultures. Drawing from experiences at powerhou…

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Five Ways Great Coaches Anchor Teams in Tough Times 21:48

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The hardest weeks test more than your game model—they test your culture. When results wobble and the temptation is to drown the room in clips, we take a different route: start with why, connect the people, and then coach the work. Drawing on stories from pro rugby and lessons from coaches who’ve been in the fire for decades, we map out five anchors…

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Colts blow chance in L.A., IU survives at Iowa, Jake's car troubles! | Episode 255 - 9.30.25 55:47

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In the latest edition of Q & S, we're talking about the Colts' blown opportunity in L.A. but why we're still optimistic with their season outlook. Also, IU takes another step forward with a big road win, Andrew Nembhard takes over at PG1, and Jake's car troubles' saga continues. Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Market Street Chilly Water Brewing …

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Guy Brusselle and Celeste Porsbjerg on State-of-the-art insights into prevention, development, and management of asthma 22:43

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Professors Guy Brusselle and Celeste Porsbjerg join us to discuss their recent Series papers on asthma, which will be featured in a cross journal project with The Lancet, published to coincide with a Lancet journal session on asthma at ERS in Amsterdam. The Series aims to provide an overview of recent research advances related to asthma; to provide…

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Toby Maher on ENV-101 in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis 9:26

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Toby Maher joins us to discuss results of a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, proof-of-concept trial of ENV-101, an oral inhibitor of the hedgehog signalling pathway, in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanres/article/PIIS2213-2600(25)00239-5/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout…

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Alando Soakai: Know your product, 'The game will take care of itself' 48:34

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What transforms a drinking club with a rugby problem into championship winners? According to Alando Soakai, it begins with crystal-clear values that everyone truly lives by. In this captivating conversation, Alando takes us through his remarkable coaching journey from player-coach to his current roles with Moana Pacific and the Tonga national team.…

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The Gold You Didn’t Know You Were Mining 13:57

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Have you ever had a moment when someone's casual comment completely transformed your thinking? In this deeply personal reflection, I share three unexpected insights from players that revolutionized my coaching philosophy over decades in professional rugby. The first revelation came in Japan, where after stubbornly trying to implement systems that w…

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Colts stay perfect, IU football no fluke, and Fever keep good vibes going! | Episode 254 - 9.23.25 1:09:02

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The guys continue to sing the praises of Daniel Jones after another solid start and discuss whether Shane Steichen could have possibly seen this coming. Also, Indiana football continues to prove last season was no fluke, the Indiana Fever show they're not going down without a fight, and Jake reveals the naming games he plays while dealing with inso…

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Dan McKellar on Discipline, Culture & The Dressing Shed 53:23

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Have you ever wondered what truly makes a championship team culture? Dan McKellar, current Waratahs head coach with a coaching resume spanning the Brumbies, Wallabies, and Leicester Tigers, cuts through the noise with refreshing honesty and clarity. "Culture is just the actions of the people in the building," McKellar explains, offering a deceptive…

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The Future of Intoxicating Hemp with Tucker Johnson 1:19:43

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What’s really driving the rise of intoxicating hemp—and where is it headed next? In this episode, we sit down with Tucker Johnson, whose career spans CFO roles at Lil Wayne’s cannabis company and the Emerald Cup, Head of Finance & Cannabis Lead at British American Tobacco, and consulting for top hemp operators. Tucker brings a rare perspective from…

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Culture outlives coaches when you get these four elements right 26:23

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Send us a text If you can SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and SHARE the show and series, you would be doing your bit to grow this show. Very appreciated. Ben To subscribe to the newsletter or to get a copy of the book, jump onto: www.coachingculture.com.au Support the show Share this show with your mates, rugby, coaches, leaders! Dont be shy.…

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Colts stun Broncos, the good & bad of Shane Steichen, worried about ND? | Episode 253 - 9.16.25 1:12:55

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The guys bask in the glow of the Colts' 2-0 start after a thrilling win over the Broncos, discussing the magnitude of the offensive performance against Denver's D and some of the good and bad we saw from Shane Steichen last Sunday. Also, a recap of the 10th anniversary Hoagies & Hops Hoagie Eating Contest and famous sports figures with the first na…

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Pat Lam on Culture: Why Love Defines High-Performing Teams 59:39

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What if the secret to building championship teams isn't found in tactics or talent, but in a single, powerful word? Pat Lam, architect of the Bristol Bears' transformation from strugglers to European powerhouse, offers a refreshing perspective on leadership that challenges conventional wisdom. At the heart of his philosophy lies an unexpected found…

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Jim McKay: The Stresses and Strains of Professional coaching. How that Journey Shapes you. 1:14:12

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What truly defines a coach's legacy? For Jim Mackay, it's not the championship trophies or international honors – it's the journey of becoming and the meaningful experiences along the way. In this enlightening conversation, Jim shares his remarkable path from coaching amateur clubs in England to leading the Queensland Reds to Super Rugby glory and …

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Colts clobber Dolphins in impressive opener and Daniel Jones rewards confidence | Episode 252 - 9.9.25 1:03:35

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The guys recap an incredibly encouraging season-opening performance for the Colts and discuss what it may mean going forward, not only for the team but for Daniel Jones, too. Also, Week 2 college football wrap and a discussion on how famous people get in touch with other famous people. Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Zern's Chilly Water Brewing …

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Ryan Schultz: The Path From Digging Holes to Elite Rugby Coaching 52:58

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Ever wonder how a guy who started his working life digging holes transformed into a rising star in rugby coaching? Ryan Schultz's journey from manual laborer to head coach at Canberra Vikings reveals the gritty reality behind professional coaching success. In this illuminating conversation with host Ben Herring, Ryan peels back the curtain on his c…

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Building Momentum with Aaron Miles, CIO of Verano 1:15:47

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Join us on Higher Exchanges for an insightful conversation with Aaron Miles, Chief Investment Officer of Verano Holdings Corp., as we dive into the evolving landscape of the cannabis industry. With over 20 years of financial expertise, he shares how Verano continues to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Q2 2025 Financial Highlights We bre…

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REFLECTIONS: Off field equals on field 21:06

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What makes championship teams truly exceptional? The answer might surprise you. It's not extraordinary talent, cutting-edge tactics, or even flawless execution during competition—it's what happens when nobody's keeping score. Drawing from Sam Vestey's remarkable success with Northampton Saints, this episode reveals how elite teams deliberately buil…

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Colts with a big opener against the Dolphins, Indiana and Purdue win, IndyCar news! | Episode 251 - 9.2.25 1:13:25

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It's finally Colts' game week and the guys give their thoughts on a critical opener against fellow middle-dweller Miami and their season predictions for Indianapolis. Also, Purdue and IU secure Week 1 victories, Jake has an update on IndyCar silly season, and we spend some time with Kristina from Hoagies & Hops inside the restaurant! Hoagies & Hops…

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Greg Peters: The Shift Every Coach and Leader Must Make 51:16

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What does it truly mean to build an authentic culture in high-performance sports? Greg Peters, whose remarkable 25-year career spans leadership roles at Bay of Plenty Rugby, New Zealand Rugby Union, the Hurricanes, Argentina Rugby, SANZAR, and now as CEO of New Zealand Rugby League, reveals the profound insights he's gathered from both sides of the…

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Wal Herring: Feed Your Potential: Concussion, Womans high performance and Personalized Nutrition 1:13:48

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If you want to book Wal for your team you can reach her here: [email protected] or check out her womans wellness programs here: Walherring.com What if everything you see on your body was made from what you ate at some point? This profound insight from sports nutritionist Wal Herring serves as the foundation for a revolutionary approach to nutritio…

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Colts expectations, Richardson's future, IU's football encore! | Episode 250 - 8.26.25 1:05:04

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The guys discuss their Colts' expectations in the wake of last week's QB1 decision, the possibility of an Anthony Richardson trade, why they're both semi-bullish on Indiana's chances to prove 2024 wasn't a fluke, and Jake's latest physical ailment. Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Pitt Twist Chilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Santeria…

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Mike Friday: Rugby Is What You Do, Not Who You Are 1:04:12

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What does it really mean to build a winning culture in sports? Few coaches can answer this question with the depth and global perspective of Mike Friday, international rugby sevens coach whose 25-year journey has taken him from England to Kenya to a decade with USA Rugby. "Culture is a group of individuals that have alignment in the way they go abo…

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Elevating the Game with Jamie Medola 1:01:11

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We are excited to have Jamie Mendola on the show for the first time. You know Jamie from his leadership roles at AYR, he was a board member at Glass House Brands, and before cannabis, he was an accomplished investor in the hedge-fund world. Here's what we’ll cover: 🚀 First cannabis SPAC (CSAC) in 2017 🏗️ Lessons from Ayr Wellness on M&A & s…

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REFLECTIONS: The Power of Team Cohesion 15:11

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The quest for high performance in team sports often leads coaches down the wrong path. What if the secret to winning isn't about collecting the most talented individuals, but something far more fundamental? Ben Darwin's groundbreaking research through Gainline Analytics has produced a data goldmine that challenges conventional wisdom about building…

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Debating Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson at QB1 and assessing Colts' injuries! | Episode 249 - 8.19.25 1:08:31

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(taped before Daniel Jones was officially named the starter, because OF COURSE) A final debate between Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson for the Colts' starting quarterback spot and why Jake thinks it'll be Jones instead of AR. Plus, how the Colts injuries impact their early season start and a question of whether to retrieve lost items from a por…

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Chris Boyd: Leadership Trumps Management 1:04:06

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What if everything you thought about building team culture was wrong? Chris Boyd, the celebrated coach who transformed teams from the Hurricanes to Northampton Saints, challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that "culture grows organically and internally" rather than being imposed from above. Drawing from decades of experience across multiple con…

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REFLECTIONS Interpersonal Sensitivity (The Secret Weapon of Elite Coaches) 23:15

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The difference between good coaches and great ones isn't found in tactical knowledge or technical expertise—it's their ability to read people. This fascinating exploration of interpersonal sensitivity reveals why the world's elite coaches prioritize human connection before anything else. High-performance manager Chris Webb, who has worked with mult…

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Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones, Colts' CB injuries, and SausageFest plugs! | Episode 248 - 8.12.25 1:06:47

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The guys air some frustrations over no separation in the Colts' quarterback battle, discuss the myriad of injuries at a key position, argue over a disputed Top Indiana Sports Moment (according to ESPN), and Schultz gets his SausageFest plugs in. Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Hog Island Chilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Loose Juicy…