Best Cmpc Podcasts (2025)

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Episode #113 - Overcoming and Embracing Failure with Matt Rieger, CMPC 7:45

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In this episode, Matt Rieger explores how failure and adversity aren’t obstacles—they’re opportunities. He shares mental strategies for reframing setbacks, building resilience, and leaning into challenge as fuel for growth and confidence. Perfect for athletes, coaches, and anyone navigating high-pressure environments. Short. Practical. Immediately …

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Suicide Prevention, NIL Pressures, and the Future of Athlete Mental Health | Dr. Kweku Amoasi, PsyD, CMPC 40:29

28d ago40:29

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In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down again with Dr. Kweku Amoasi, PsyD, CMPC — licensed psychologist, Certified Mental Performance Consultant®, USOPC psychological services provider, and Chief Wellness Officer for Blaquesmith Consulting. This conversation explores the rising mental health challenges athle…

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117: From the Softball Field to Professional Drag Racing with Melanie Johnson 39:47

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This week, we step outside of softball and head into the drag racing world. I sat down with Melanie Johnson, a professional drag racer, who shares how tiny adjustments, sharp focus, and trust in instinct turn five seconds of chaos into calm execution. Episode Highlights: • Pre-run routines that reduce noise • Evidence-based self-talk and focus cues…

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Episode #112 - Keeping Self-Talk Simple with Matt Rieger, CMPC 6:54

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In this episode, Matt Rieger, CMPC, breaks down how athletes can simplify their internal dialogue for better performance. He explains why self-talk doesn’t need to be complicated to be effective—and how keeping it clear, intentional, and repeatable can be the difference-maker under pressure. Part of our bite-sized episode series designed for quick …

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116: How to Tell if She's Burned Out, What Pain Signals in the Brain with Dr. Nicole Woodard 45:14

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For today's episode, Dr. Nicole Woodard, founder of the Symptom Whisperer and physical therapist, and I explore how pain often acts as a protective signal and why many “orthopedic” problems start in the brain. She delves into the integration of science and somatics and offers practical advice for athletes and their families, stressing the importanc…

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115: The Mindset Behind Winning a National Championship with Carsyn Gordon 21:30

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In this episode, we are diving into the archives with a 2023 Mentorship Call with Carsyn Gordon, a former Florida State softball player. She shares with Coach Kara and our Warriors her journey to becoming a national champion with Florida State University and a member of the Puerto Rican national team. Episode Highlights: Transition from college sof…

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Episode #111 - Consistent Confidence with Matt Rieger, CMPC 8:50

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In this 8-minute episode, Matt Rieger, Certified Mental Performance Consultant, breaks down what it takes to develop confidence that lasts—not the kind that comes and goes with wins or stats, but the kind that’s built through mindset, preparation, and process. This is part of our bite-sized series: short episodes designed to be clear, practical, an…

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114: Journaling Is The Most Effective Way To Get Started With Mental Skills 41:42

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It's Thanksgiving week, and what better way to celebrate than to explore how gratitude and journaling build real mental skills. Coach Sarah and I map out a three-step process to helping your athlete get their thoughts out of their head and onto paper! So that they can get clarity, feel better, and reflect on their mental skills to be successful! Ep…

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Episode #110 - The Power of 1% with Theresa Giunta, CMPC 4:24

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In just a few minutes, Theresa Giunta delivers a mindset shift every athlete and high performer should hear: small, consistent improvements compound into greatness. Whether it’s in training, recovery, or daily habits, the 1% mentality creates a massive long-term impact. Theresa Giunta is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former Division…

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113: We've Been Looking at Comparison Wrong with Jake Thompson 37:49

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I had the privilege of sitting down with Jake Thompson, Leadership Performance Coach, Author, and Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day. We dig into how athletes can turn comparison into fuel, own their role, and compete for the standard in the mirror while becoming better teammates. Episode Highlights: • Comparison as a tool rather than…

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Episode #109 - Developing Resilience with Theresa Giunta, CMPC 5:49

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Theresa Giunta is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former Division 1 collegiate lacrosse player and All-American. In under five minutes, Theresa shares her take on what it really means to develop resilience. From embracing discomfort to using failure as fuel, she breaks down the mindset tools athletes can lean on to grow stronger throu…

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112: This Isn't the 90s Anymore, How Coaches Need to Adapt with Dr. Barry Davis 59:42

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In this week's episode, I interviewed Dr. Barry Davis, Leadership Coach and Author. We explore how emotional intelligence turns rigid control into real leadership. Dr. Davis shares stories, tools, and mistakes that shaped a steadier, clearer coaching style grounded in trust and accountability. Episode Highlights: • Defining emotional intelligence f…

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Episode #108 - Turning Courage Into Confidence with Theresa Giunta, CMPC 5:52

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Theresa Giunta is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former Division 2 collegiate lacrosse player and All-American. She breaks down the difference between courage and confidence, and how athletes can build both through mindset, failure, and consistency. Work with a coach in our network here Monkey Mind Website Follow us on Instagram…

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111: What to Say to Build Her Confidence the Right Way 41:03

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Do you struggle to find the right words as a parent sometimes? Especially after a tough game? This episode is for you! Build your athlete’s mental game with practical tools that turn car rides into connection and confidence. Learn my 3P method: what to say and how to say it. (With a few fewer eye rolls from your teen!) Episode Highlights: • 3 Ps of…

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110: How Championship Teams Build Trust with Dr. Larry Widman 50:54

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Today, I sit down with Dr. Larry Widman, Psychiatrist and High-Performance Mindset Coach, to unpack how trust, vulnerability, and role acceptance transform talented rosters into resilient teams. We also draw a clear line between mental health and mental performance. Episode Highlights: • Why trust is the cornerstone under pressure • Mental health v…

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109: Turning Failure into Feedback with Pro Softball's Korbe Otis 31:20

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This week, we share last month's mentorship call with Korbe Otis, a former Florida Gator softball player, pro softball player, and med student. In this interview, Coach Kara and our Warriors unpack mental skills, recruiting clarity, and why betting on yourself is a daily choice. Episode Highlights: • Committing young, transferring, and finding the …

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108: Behind the Scenes of Professional Baseball with Hana DeGuzman, CMPC 42:31

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On this week's episode, I sat down with our former Community Manager and Mental Performance Consultant, Hana DeGuzman. We go down memory lane on her path from college softball to working with the MLB across the Minnesota Twins organization as a Mental Performance Coach. She shares the practical tools she uses to help athletes reset under pressure i…

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107: 5 Things That are Wrecking Your Athlete's Ability to Perform 40:07

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In today's episode, I dive into five essential, recurring issues that are wrecking youth athletes' performance and potential. This episode is a must-listen for both parents and athletes struggling with that "invisible block" between practice excellence and game-day performance. Episode Highlights: • Negative effects of not getting enough sleep • At…

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106: How Faith Powers Performance with Laurèn Schiek 33:21

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This week, we are re-airing our May mentorship call with Laurèn Schiek, retired softball player and podcast host. She explains how maintaining her identity in Christ rather than in softball outcomes allowed her to play fearlessly and persevere through injuries, coaching changes, and a life-changing diagnosis. Episode Highlights: • Emphasizes having…

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105: How I Became a Full-Time Mental Performance Coach - Wins, Mistakes, Lessons Along the Way 51:29

3M ago51:29

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In today's episode, I share my unfiltered journey from softball coach to full-time mental performance coach, revealing the struggles, mistakes, and pivotal moments that shaped my business success. Joining me are fellow mental performance coaches to ask questions and create a transparent discussion about the realities of building a mental performanc…

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104: Parents: How to Help Your Athlete Create Routines to Stay Self-Motivated 42:07

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We're taking you back to 2023 with a parent workshop on: The Power of Routines and Accountability. I dive into the importance of building consistent habits that emphasize self-reflection and ownership to create resilient competitors who can bounce back from mistakes. Episode Highlights: • Mental skills work best when treated consistently, regardles…

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103: How the 4 B's got Courtney Wyche to the Pros 29:50

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This week, we are sharing our April mentorship call with Courtney Wyche, a professional softball pitcher for the New York Rise. She shares her journey from self-taught pitcher to professional athlete competing internationally with insights on mental toughness and developing your personal brand. Episode Highlights: • The Four B's: Breathe, Be in the…

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102: How Nutrition Impacts Mindset with Amber Brueseke 44:47

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On today's episode, Amber Brueseke, founder and owner of Biceps After Babies and mom of 4, shares how she helped thousands of women use macro counting to build nutrition plans that are both effective and enjoyable. We explore how focusing on nutrition awareness—not restriction—can dramatically improve athletic performance while building a healthier…

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101: The Power of Knowing Your Why with Ashley Trierweiler 27:27

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Today, we are airing our February mentorship call with Ashley Trierweiler, a professional softball player with the New York Rise. Coach Kara and our Warriors interviewed her about her softball journey, revealing how faith helped her overcome mental challenges and position changes to succeed at the highest level. Episode Highlights: • Her faith in C…

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100: 100th Episode and Where are We Headed?! 33:04

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We are celebrating 2 years of the podcast and our 100th episode!!! This week, Team Fearless sits down to discuss what we've learned over the years and where we're headed. This special episode reveals the passion, purpose, and people behind the mission to bring mental performance coaching to athletes across the country. Episode Highlights: • Discove…

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099: How the Psychology of Money is Affecting Your Family with Rachel Coons 34:09

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We have a special treat for you this week. I sat down with Rachel Coons, founder of Money Mom Club. We explore how money mindset impacts youth athletes, revealing practical strategies for supporting athletic journeys without transferring financial stress onto your kids. Episode Highlights: • Having conversations with children about the value of inv…

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098: [RE-RELEASE] How Jordy Bahl Uses Mental Skills 40:04

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This week, we're going down memory lane from our LIVE in-person Guest Speaker Event with Jordy Bahl from our Fearless Warrior Retreat a few years ago. I am re-releasing this most popular episode because of Jordy's authenticity on and off the diamond. If you already listened once or twice, it's worth another listen! Episode Highlights: The importanc…

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The Pressure Placed on Kids in Youth Sports 27:46

5M ago27:46

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In this episode of Athlete Mindset, we feature an appearance Lisa made on The Sports Backdrop podcast to discuss the mental health dynamics of youth sports, focusing on the pressures young athletes face. The Q&A style discussion includes how coaches can manage different levels of emotions among their players and the critical role of parental behavi…

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097: The Four Absolutes of Development with Danielle Gallagher 34:52

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On today's episode, I interviewed Danielle Gallagher, also known as Coach D. She shares her innovative approach to athlete development through the "Four Absolutes" framework, helping female athletes unlock their full potential by addressing mental performance, nutrition, movement, and hormonal awareness. Episode Highlights: • Post-performance logs …

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096: Playing Your Best Under Pressure with Leah Jurgens 30:38

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This week's episode features our June mentorship call with Leah Jurgens, a retired collegiate softball player. She is near and dear to my heart because I had the privilege of personally coaching her as a pitching coach and travel ball coach! She shared her journey as a collegiate athlete and how her experience translates into life skills outside of…

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095: How Being Awkward Is a Super Power with Henna Pryor 33:27

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This week, I had the privilege to sit down with workplace performance expert, author, and speaker, Henna Pryor. She explains how embracing awkwardness can be a competitive advantage and shares practical strategies for building confidence through vulnerability. Episode Highlights: • The most confident people don't avoid awkwardness • The "spotlight …

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094: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before College Softball 27:11

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If you could go back in time, what would you change? What message would you tell yourself? On this week's episode, I go down memory lane and share my love letter on 10 essential lessons I wish I knew during my college softball career. Episode Highlights: • Take the weight room seriously • The Spotlight Effect • Your relationship with coaches and te…

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093: Helping Your Softball Athlete Have a Growth Mindset 44:19

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In today's episode, I am sharing a co-hosted parent workshop from 2021 with Coach Nicole Dennis, a mental performance coach, on growth mindset. We explore how understanding and developing a growth mindset can transform athletic performance, especially for young pitchers. Episode Highlights: • Creating awareness about fixed-mindset language and beha…

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092: How Mental Skills Propelled Jordan Roberts to Professional Softball 46:15

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This week, I am sharing our Mentorship Call from January with Jordan Roberts. She takes us on her journey with Coach Kara and our Warriors about how she went from a college catcher at the University of Florida to a professional player with Athletes Unlimited, revealing how mental performance tools transformed her game and life. Episode Highlights: …

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091: What is Mindfulness and Why it Matters with Lucinda Snyder, MPM 32:44

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This week, I sat down with Lucinda Snyder, a mental performance coach, yoga, and mindfulness instructor. She reveals how mindfulness and meditation transform athletic performance and help teams win championships. She shares why she became a mental performance coach and the importance of teaching athletes to anchor themselves in the moment. Episode …

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Beyond the Game: Mental Health in Elite Hoops 44:15

6M ago44:15

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In this special panel episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, is joined by four standout basketball players—Lucas Williamson, Maya Chandler, Aher Uguak, and Anaya Peoples—for a raw and thoughtful conversation in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Together, they explore the emotional weight of elite competition, personal …

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090: Leadership Isn't About Being Perfect with Riley Sartain-Vaughan 40:54

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This week's episode takes you back to one of our mentorship calls from 2021 featuring Riley Sartain-Vaughan. She answers questions from our Fearless Warriors about Leadership and how she used mental skills during her time at Texas A&M and in the pros with This is Us Softball. Episode Highlights: • Succeeded through relentless effort and self-awaren…

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089: Mental Skills That Last a Lifetime with Coach Kara and Coach Marlie Davis 41:23

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For this week's episode, Coach Kara interviewed her high school volleyball and softball coach, Marlie Davis. Coach Davis, better known as Coach D, shares her approach to mental skills training that helped shape athletes' mindsets long before it became mainstream in the sports world. Her 33-year coaching career across multiple sports reveals how imp…

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Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s Mindset 31:02

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In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with professional boxer Chris Billam-Smith. Known as "The Gentleman," Chris shares the mindset that’s guided his rise from late-blooming amateur to world champion. He opens up about the power of consistency, the role of family in grounding his identity, and how he ment…

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088: Freedom to Fail: Creating Champions Through Mental Performance with Ellie Cooper, MPM 42:39

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In this week's episode, I interviewed Ellie Cooper, a former Florida State University (FSU) softball player and the Director of Player Performance for FSU's softball team. She shared her experiences from struggling college freshman to mental performance coach and how the mental game transformed her athletic career and coaching philosophy. Episode H…

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087: How Mental Health Intersects with Mental Performance with Alex Hinger, LMHP 30:02

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month: In this week's episode, I share a parent workshop from 2023 with Alex (Madsen) Hinger, LMHP. We discussed the importance of mental health on and off the field for players and parents! Episode Highlights: • Breathing techniques provide immediate anxiety regulation • Reframing thoughts provides productive thinkin…

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086: Why Waiting to Give Her Mental Skills is Prolonging Her Frustration (and yours as a parent!) 38:48

7M ago38:48

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Are you considering joining the Fearless Warrior Program? Then this week's episode is for you! I invited a few of our Fearless Parents to come and share the good, the bad, the skepticism, and all their doubts they had when first discovering Fearless. They share how the program helped their daughters both on and off the field and how much it helped …

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The #1 Softball Specific Mental Skills Training Resource 23:52

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What is the Fearless Warrior Program anyway? Tune in to find out more! https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/join-ev More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on…

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Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith 46:00

8M ago46:00

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In this episode of the Athlete Mindset podcast, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC sits down with Lucas Williamson, a professional basketball player in the NBA G League. Lucas shares his challenging journey through two season-ending injuries, discussing the mental and emotional toll they’ve taken and how he’s worked to find joy amidst adversity. Fro…