Best John Verd Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 383: Coach Michael Tartara (Unlocking the 2-3 Matchup Zone Defense) 1:19:42

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Our guest today is Coach Mike Tartara, the all-time winningest coach at Cuyahoga Heights High School in Ohio and the creator of the nationally recognized Lockdown 2-3 Zone Defense, featured by Breakthrough Basketball.Coach Tartara’s system has helped teams pressure the ball, force turnovers, and control games without relying on elite size or athlet…

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Rich Dudes Hall of Shame with Shelby Watts - ep 94 37:44

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Shelby Watts- AKA "The Fiber Teacher" exposes some of the biggest players responsible for America's health crisis over the last 100 years. Follow her on Instagram @thefiberteacher Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/liberty-now-podcast/donationsBy John Verd

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Episode 382: Coach Kevin Furtado (Building a Turnaround Championship Vision Culture) 52:57

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🎙️ Championship Vision Podcast – Episode 382 “Building a Turnaround Championship Culture” with Coach Kevin Furtado In Episode 382 of the Championship Vision Podcast, host Coach Kevin Furtado shares his personal blueprint for building a championship culture from the ground up. With over 35 years of coaching experience and a career built on turning a…

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Episode 381: James Oxford: "Ahead of the Game Analytics" 32:14

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"Welcome to the Championship Vision Podcast, where coaching meets culture and legacy is built one drill at a time. Today’s episode is a game-changer—literally. We’re diving into the future of basketball development with James Oxford, the creator of Ahead of the Game Analytics. James brings a wealth of experience coaching JV basketball at Friendswoo…

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Episode 380: Andrew Ferrell/Micah Roberson - Co-founders of "LKRM" 1:02:53

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🧠 Andrew Fellner — Founder, LKRM Andrew Fellner is the Founder of LKRM, a high-school sports technology company developing digital tools that give coaches a competitive edge. A 2025 graduate of Furman University, where he studied Physics and Politics/International Affairs, Andrew combines analytical rigor with a deep passion for team culture and in…

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Living Your Life Now with Michael Anderson - ep 93 1:09:15

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In a chaotic world with so many negative headlines, it's easy to become "black pilled". But giving up isn't going to make things any better. For those of us who understand the Globalist power structure's agenda, we know that's exactly what they want- for all of us to surrender. Michael Anderson's recent article, 'Now Is A Good Time to Start Living …

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Episode 379: Coach Thom McDonald- Head Of Coaching Developmentat Championship Productions 1:17:04

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Thom McDonald is the Head of Coaching Development at Championship Productions and a nationally respected leader in basketball education. With a background as a successful high school and college coach, Thom now plays a pivotal role in shaping how the game is taught through innovative clinics, instructional videos, and coach development programs. He…

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Episode 378: The Evolution of Rocket – A Conversation with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Sesto 1:08:28

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Episode Title: The Evolution of Rocket – A Conversation with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Soto In this episode of the Championship Vision Podcast, host Kevin Furtado sits down with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Soto of Rocket Alumni Solutions to explore the dynamic journey of Rocket—from its early foundations to its cutting-edge innovations in athlete place…

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Episode 377: Coach John Ford- Head Football Coach at Effingham HS in Springfield, GA 49:56

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🏈 Coaching Journey & Achievements Coach Ford was hired by Effingham County High School in January 2021 to lead the Rebels football program. Before joining ECHS, he served as defensive coordinator at Bleckley County High School for two seasons. His head coaching résumé includes successful stints at Roswell High School and Buford High School, where h…

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Episode 376: Coach Kevin Abrams- "“Coaching in the Digital Era: Spotlight on Coach-Portal” 1:02:54

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Kevin Abrams is the Co-founder and CEO of Coach Portal, a platform built by coaches, for coaches, designed to give every coach visibility, access to career opportunities, and a chance to be discovered. Before founding Coach Portal, Kevin spent 11 seasons as a Division 1 college football coach—first as a student assistant and quality control coach a…

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Is Trump Holding The Ring? - ep 92 8:37

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Despite Hollywood and Mainstream media persecution, Trump managed a second win with more votes than he got in the first election. He vowed accountability during his campaign, and this was a key issue that garnered him votes. He won, in part because he has been unafraid to say the quiet things out loud, including suspicion that Jeffrey Epstein did n…

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The Postwar-New World Order with Jose Niño - ep 91 1:01:42

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Today My guest today is José Niño, a freelance writer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He's a published author whose works have been featured at the Mises Institute, Big League Politics, and even cited by Senator Rand Paul. José is a popular commentator on the topics of foreign policy, cryptocurrency, immigration, and gun rights. Before diving i…

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COVID And The Constitution - ep 90 16:19

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HAPPY 4th Of July! It’s Independence Day 2025 in my home country. I hope that my fellow citizens back home are celebrating safely and are celebrating SINCERELY the importance of what this day means. And it’s perfect timing for TODAY’S TOPIC: COVID and US Constitution and how important it is not just to US citizens but people all over the world! Peo…

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Recovering From Autism with Scott Shoemaker - ep 89 1:10:30

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Welcome to episode 89! I have two guests: Bernadette Pager of Informed Live Radio in Tennessee, and Scott Shoemaker who has discovered how we may be able to reverse Autism. Twenty years ago, Scott Shoemaker’s son was diagnosed with Autism. In his search for help, he has learned from other parents who led him to therapies which have dramatically imp…

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Broken Promises And Heroes - ep 88 1:10:27

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Today my guest today is a five-time immigrant who graduated from NYU with finance and accounting degrees — while qualifying for the Olympic Games. Led a Registered Investment Advisory firm through the 2009 crisis. Every client made it through without a single net loss. Co-authored a bestseller with Steve Forbes. Spoke at the UN with my mentor Brian…

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Episode 374: Chris Verde (Core-Restore Innovator) 56:41

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Podcast Interview Guide for Coach Kevin Furtado Guest: Chris Verdi – Muscle Activation Techniques (MATRx®) Specialist & Founder of Core Restore, HIP-A-LINE, and The Core Restore Training System™ INTRO TO CHRIS VERDI Chris Verdi is a certified MATRx® Specialist—the highest level of certification offered by Muscle Activation Techniques®, with onl…

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Ideology Wars - ep 87 12:56

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In a time when threats of violence and name-calling are being excused as political opinion or journalism, we need to back away, emotionally so we can look at the bigger picture, rationally if we hope to have a more accurate world view, leading to peace. Today, as we’re swimming in data, opinions, and endless chatter, that ancient wisdom hits hard. …

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AI And Decentralization with Previn Pillay - ep 86 59:00

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From the article by Previn Pillay “The machines don’t just lie. They strategize. Scheme. Manipulate. And we’re standing still, handing them the keys to the future while hoping they won’t lock us out. Revelations about ChatGPT’s o1 model expose an unsettling truth: AI is no longer a passive tool. It disabled oversight, rewrote its code, and replicat…

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Episode 373: Coach Molly Goodenbour (Head Women's Basketball Coach at University of San Francisco) "The Lady Don's Player Development System" 1:21:39

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EDUCATION: Stanford - 1989-93 YEARS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Sept. 2016 - Present CAREER HIGHLIGHTS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Molly Goodenbour, a two-time national champion at Stanford who has over a decade of head coaching experience on the collegiate level, was named the ninth head coach in University of San Francisco women's basketball history on Sept. 28, 201…

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Episode 372: Coach Tony Pappas ("Building a Championship Practice") - Head Girls Basketball Coach at Waterloo HS in Waterloo, Iowa 1:55:53

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episode 372 of the championship vision podcast today we have Dr. Anthony Pappas. Dr. Pappas I'm going to tell you right now and he's in his 45th year as head coach of the Waterloo West High School and 48th year overall as head coach as a prep athlete played on Mason City High School basketball. and baseball teams that participated in five state tou…

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Episode 371: Coach Bradley Sutphin ("2-3 Matchup Zone Defense" ) Head Girls Basketball Coach at Narrows HS in Narrows, VA) 1:30:05

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Head Coach Bradley Sutphin will begin his fourth season at Narrows High School and his 16 overall season coaching. Coach Sutphin has previously coached at Fort Chiswell High School, George Wythe High School, and Pulaski County High School. During his 17 years Coach Sutphin has coached Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Softball. Coach Sutphin led …

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Episode 370: Coach Joe Willis/Billy Teedan (Owners of the "How Are You Wired Podcast") 1:06:58

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Billy Teedan Coach Teeden just finished his 10th season as the Head Boys Basketball Coach at Plant City High School. He has led the Raiders to 8 regional appearances and a district championship title. Prior to coaching and teaching at Plant City, he was the Head Boys Basketball coach at East Bay High School. In six seasons, he became the all-time w…

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Biden’s Border Betrayal with JJ Carrell – ep 85 58:03

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Today’s guest is JJ Carrell. He’s a retired US Border Patrol agent with 24 years in service. He is unapologetically patriotic and believes in the greatness of America and her citizens. He’s just published a new book entitled TREASON, The Biden Administration's Strategic and Malicious Destruction of America's Sovereignty. It’s a gripping exposé of t…

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What's The Right Response To Tyranny? ep 84 50:51

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What is the right response to Tyranny? In episode 84, I discuss the right response to tyranny from a Christian perspective and other existential ponderings with guest David Libby. David has served as a deacon, and then as an elder. He is a self-taught student of Theology and philosophy & has written 2 books that give a a philosophical defense of th…

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Episode 369: Coach Dale Earnhart- (The Athletic Director and Head Girls Basketball Coach at Rabun Gap School in Rabun Gap, GA) - "The Super 6 Essentials to Building a Great Athletic Program" 1:02:22

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Coach Earnhardt came to Rabun Gap after serving as head girls coach at Asheville School for seven seasons and coaching boys basketball in Florida. He is in his 17th year of coaching basketball at Rabun Gap.In addition to his coaching duties, Coach Earnhardt serves as Rabun Gap’s Athletic Director and started the football program in 2009.He’s led th…

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Episode 368: Coach Chris Fore: The Top 10 Priorities for an Athletic Director (Owner of CoachFore.org) 1:09:08

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Chris Fore is a veteran Athletic Director and Head Football Coach from Southern California who specializes in the hiring process among the highly competitive athletic world. His consulting business,EightLaces, has been instrumental in helping coaches navigate the employment process. He counts former NFL players, collegiate coaches at all levels, an…

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Technocracy: Our Common Enemy with Jesse Smith - ep 83 42:40

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Today's interview is with author Jesse Smith, contributor to Zero Hedge. We discuss AI, Globalism and Technocracy. These so-called advancements to a better, more prosperous world are also an existential threat to all of us- progressive and conservatives alike. If we hope to preserve our freedoms, we need to put aside our differences and focus on de…

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"Off Switch" For Anxiety with Tim Thomas - ep 82 1:18:05

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He is a former Special Forces operator. He now channels his expertise into creating some of Australia’s most impactful veteran mental health recovery programs, transforming countless lives along the way. His mission is to deliver actionable strategies and lasting transformative insights. Offering an “off switch” to anxiety Support this podcast at —…

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Fighting The Fires Of Mania - ep 81 1:11:28

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My guest is Inventor and Author, Brian Walker. He is renowned for his early 2000s attempt to reach the edge of space in a rocket of his own design. His project R.U.S.H. (“Rapid Up, Super High) generated immediate interest around the world. Brian’s story has been told on 87 TV programs including an appearance on Conan O’Brian, 14 foreign networks, a…

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Episode 367: Coach Bruce Slatten (Building a Basketball Program) Executive Director of the BCAT 1:30:10

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Coach Slatten started his career as a Graduate Assistant at Tennessee Tech University in 1989 where he was in charge of player development, scouting, and strength and conditioning. While there he worked with future NBA draft picks Milos Babic of the Cleveland Cavaliers and John Best of the then New Jersey Nets. Coach Slatten coached 23 years as a h…

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Is America Really Racist? with Tony El - ep 80 1:32:51

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Tony El is a lover of history and has never lost his curiosity of nor his fear of asking Why. His article “What Happened To America’s Independence?” was published in the July 2010 Christian Voice Magazine and he is the creator of the Project Third-Eye Opened online commentary news blog. He loves being an American and believes that it suffers truly …

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Long Live Small Biz! with Matthew Lesko - ep 79 47:12

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Matthew Lesko is an energetic, passionate advocate with over 40 years of experience helping Americans access billions in government funding. Known for his colorful suits and infectious enthusiasm, he has made it his mission to reveal hidden pathways to financial support for everyday people. With a background that includes over 100 television appear…

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Biden's Border #Trafficked with J.J. Carrell - ep 78 56:49

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My guest today is the unstoppable J.J. Carrell. He’s a retired US Border Patrol agent with 24 years in service. Appearing on Fox News, Breitbart, and testifying to Congress, Carrell has been on the warpath, appealing to America about the ongoing border crisis and the thousands of children who have fallen victim to sex-trafficking. He is unapologeti…

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Trump or Communism? with Isabel Sam - ep 77 36:13

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Today, I have a rational discussion about the merits of a Constitutional Republic versus a Socialist dictatorship. My guest Isabel Sam knows firsthand about the pitfalls and realities of life under Socialism. She is now seeing the same conditions in USA that led to the downfall of Nicaragua. Currently living in Orlando Florida, she has founded an o…

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Stolen Government with Charles Key - ep 76 35:30

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Episode 76. My guest today is Charles Key, former Oklahoma State representative. We discuss the investigation to get to the truth about the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995, the unique time in history we're now living in, and the narrow window of time we have to save America from ultimate collapse. Charles Key is a former Oklahoma State Representative…

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Episode 366: Coach Alex Carlson (Head Girls Basketball Coach at Redmond HS in Redmond, Oregon) "The Amoeba" Defense 1:10:24

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Alex Carlson Coaching Bio Boise State Grad Assistant 2 seasons Pacific University (Men’s/Womens) Assistant 2 Seasons 2014 Men’s Basketball 15-10 record first winning record at Pacific in 13 seasons University of Alaska Anchorage Assistant 2 seasons 2015 Ranked #1 in NCAA D2 for 4 weeks 2015 Conference Champions, Conference Tournament Champions Sout…

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Episode 365: Coach Ryan McCarthy- "The Chaos" Defensive System (Head Women's Basketball Coach Alaska Anchorage University) 1:10:00

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Record at UAA: 281-62 (.819), 12 seasonsCareer Head Coaching Record: 295-75 (.797), 13 seasons One of the brightest coaching talents in the NCAA ranks, Ryan McCarthy has taken the Alaska Anchorage program to unprecedented heights in his 12 seasons, producing a 281-62 record and making the Seawolves annual title contenders.An Anchorage native, McCar…

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Episode 364: Coach Cal Boyd- Head Boys Basketball Coach at Mt. Bethel Christian School in Atlanta, GA ("Building a Defensive Foundation") 1:09:32

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Coach Cal BoydAthletic DirectorHead Boys Basketball CoachMt. Bethel HSTopic: "Mt. Bethel Defensive System" Now in his fifth year at the helm of the Mt. Bethel boys’ basketball program, Cal Boyd brings with him a wealth of experience and a long list of accolades. Boyd has spent 29 years working at private schools in the Metro Atlanta area. A local s…

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Episode 363: Alex Demczak: "The Yellow Flag"- How to Overcome Adversity and Succeed (Author of "The Sale" and "ThriveU") 53:29

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Alex Demczak is a former SEC quarterback for the Missouri Tigers. Alex graduated with a degree in Communication and a minor in Business. Alex is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author who challenges businesses, schools, and teams to maximize their impact. He is the best-selling author of The Sale with Jon Gordon. The Sale delivers an invaluabl…

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The Power Of Paper with Kirk Beck - ep 75 35:18

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The First Amendment Right to Petition for Redress (Remedy) of Grievances is an enforcement action against errant government and corporate officials. A carefully and accurate affidavit can force errant officials back inside the boundaries of the Constitution and common law. Frederic Bastiat stated in his classic work, "The Law", that if the law can …

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Episode 362: Coach Gene Durden (Buford HS Head Girls Basketball Coach) "The Hedgehog Philosophy" 8X's GHSA Girls Basketball State Champion 1:08:13

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Coach Durden is entering year twenty as head girl's coach of the Buford Lady Wolves. He is originally from Midville, GA and played basketball at Coastal Community College in Brunswick, GA., where he received an Associate Degree in Business. He then attended Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, GA where he received a Bachelor of Science degree…

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Episode 361: Coach Craig Campbell (Head Girls Basketball Coach Clovis West HS, Fresno CA) Part 7: The Masters of Coaching Series 1:01:39

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In Episode 361 I welcome Clovis West girls' basketball coach Craig Campbell, the architect of 15 straight league championships, eight straight Central Section and the 2017 CIF Open Division State champs who finished No. 1 in the nation. A native of Reno, Nevada where he got his start in coaching at a young age, Coach Campbell shares his insights in…

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Episode 360: Coach Kevin Kiernan (The Masters of Coaching Series) Part 6 He is the All-time Winningest Girls Basketball Coach is California) Mater Dei HS in Santa Ana, CA 1:02:25

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Coach Kevin Kiernan is the Athletic Director at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, CAH Kevin Kiernan, the all-time winningest girls' basketball coach in California history, will be stepping down as head coach at Mater Dei at the conclusion of the regional playoffs, He will continue as athletic director.He's finishing his 17th season at Mater Dei. …

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Episode 359: Coach Allen Whitehart (Part 5: The Masters of Coaching Series) The Head Boys Basketball Coach at Milton HS in Alpharetta, GA (President of the NHSBCA and GBCA) 51:42

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President of the GBCA and NHSBCA Coach Allen Whitehart just finished his seventh season at Milton High School with a career head coaching record of 384-122. This past season, Coach Whitehart led the Eagles to a Final Four Finish and a 20-11 record while qualifying for the state playoffs, his 17th time in 17 seasons as a head coach. Within the seven…

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Episode 358: Coach Frank Adams (The Importance of speed and agility training for youth athletes) Strength and Conditioning Coach for Commerce HS in Commerce, GA 51:07

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Owner of Xcelerate Sports Development (XSD21), has more than 20 years of experience in personal training with an emphasis in speed development. He has worked with athletes ranging from the beginner to numerous high school and D1 college recruits up to professional athletes, improving and enhancing explosive movement and overall speed. Frank is also…

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Episode 357: The Omorpho Training Vest Clinic (Pat Healy/Bill Beroza) Bill Beroza is the Director of Team Sales for Omorpho and Pat Healy is the sales Consultant for Omorpho 55:19

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Pat Healy has built a solid reputation as the go-to expert in sales process design, re-engineering, sales, and sales management training and consulting. Pats business philosophy is to treat every customer like they are the only client. Drawing on nearly 40 years of experience within the life sciences industry, software sales and consulting as both …

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Episode 356: Coach David Lepisto (The Masters of Coaching) "Part 4" (David is the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Kimberly HS in Kimberly, Wisconsin) 57:51

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Kimberly High School (KHS) is excited to announce Dave Lepisto as the next Head Coach of the girls varsity basketball team. Lepisto has served as assistant coach to the team for the last nine seasons. "Dave is an excellent fit. His ability to build relationships is outstanding, and his communication skills, work ethic, and basketball knowledge are …

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Episode 355: Coach Kurt Guelsdorf (The Masters of Coaching Series- Part 3) Associate Head Coach Clackamas Community College Former HS Coach Oregon City High School 3x State Champion 2004-2009-2014 43:17

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https://linktr.ee/kurt.guelsdorf Associate Head Coach Clackamas Community College Former HS Coach Oregon City High School Gresham High School 3x State Champion 2004-2009-2014 Certainly! Kurt Guelsdorf, a former Oregon City High School girls’ head coach, has an impressive coaching career. He led the Oregon City girls’ basketball program for many yea…

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Reserve Bank of NZ Considering CBDCs - ep 74 3:27

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Do you think "Digital Cash" is a good idea? See poll results here https://libertynow.com/reserve-bank-of-nz-considers-digital-cash/ Overview from their website: "At the Reserve Bank - Te Pūtea Matua, we're looking at digital cash. It would be an electronic version of cash, issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, but it would not replace cash. We…

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Episode 354: Coach Mark Cascio (Courtside Consulting): Part 2: The Masters of Coaching Series (Owner of Courtside Consulting and Former Assistant College Women's Coach at Appalachian State) 57:42

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A championship-winning basketball coach with 19+ years experience in building elite programs, winning cultures, and developing leaders that create memorable experiences. Coach Cascio's expertise is implementing innovative systems on both ends of the floor by using advanced knowledge and practices to build winning teams. Over the years, Coach Casc…