The MAP boys sit down with Barry Davis. The longtime college baseball coach discusses his new book, "Old Dog, New Tricks -- the Power of Leading with Emotional Intelligence."  Coach Davis spent 20 years as head coach at Rider University and a total of 35 years of coaching at different levels. His previous appearance on the Mental Advantage Podcast was to discuss "Five Pillars of Leadership" a project designed to look at how to turn struggling programs into perennial winners.  

"Old Dogs" can be found on Amazon and other locations where books are sold.  

Twitter: @BarryDavis42
Instagram: BarryDavis_phd

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The MAP boys sit down for a fascinating conversation with Holly Stofa, a smalltown girl who went on to become a Covert CIA Operator, author, coach, mom, collegiate athlete and mental performance coach.  After her career in the CIA, she has now set her agenda on helping people like yourself to become their best and truest self.  
A few of the topics we discuss are the importance of placing an emphasis on self-awareness in personal and professional relationships; teamwork; maintaining relationships in high-pressure careers and how staying connected to one's identity is so critical in all-consuming roles; importance of self-belief and how a belief in the possible can help someone be more resilient.
So, get your pen and paper ready, you won't want to miss this one -- here is Holly Stofa.

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The MAP boys caught up with Dr. Bijoy John, a board-certified sleep specialist with over 25 years of experience in treating various sleep disorders across all age groups.  In addition to his book, "Nobody's Sleeping: 7 Proven Sleep Strategies for Better Health and Happiness," Dr. John also runs the Sleep Fix Academy. 

The book emphasizes a holistic approach to sleep, moving away from temporary solutions like sleeping pills.  In this episode, Dr. John discusses the importance of getting quality sleep and provides practical, step-by-step strategies to help readers fall asleep quickly, maintain deep sleep and wake up rejuvenated.

Link for the book: Amazon.com: Nobody’s Sleeping: 7 Proven Sleep Strategies for Better Health and Happiness: 9781636983554: John MD, Bijoy E.: Books

Get your pen and paper ready -- here is Dr. Bijoy John.

To find out more about Dr. John and his projects, you can visit his website www.sleepfixacademy.com 

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In today's episode, the MAP boys sit down with second-time guest, Travis Thomas, to discuss such topics as confidence and courage. Travis is a speaker, author, coach and creator of "Live Yes, And."  He has dedicated his life to helping individuals, teams and organizations with mindset, team dynamics and culture.  He spent three years with U.S. Men's National Soccer team working with team dynamics, culture and mental performance.  He is a speaker and coach for Limitless Minds and the author of "3 Words for Getting Unstuck: Live Yes, And"; as well as his latest book, "Confidence is Overrated."  Finally, Travis has been performing as an improvisational comedian for over 25 years.

Would you rather be courageous or fearless?  We discuss neutral thinking and validation in responses, embracing vulnerability in leadership and the importance of nurturing courage over confidence.  

Get your pen and paper ready -- here is Travis Thomas.

To find out more about Travis and his projects, you can visit his website www.liveyesand.com 

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After a longer than expected holiday break, the MAP boys are back.  On this episode, they discussed their experiences with wellness, mental health and meditation.  They also explored the importance of focus, mental preparation, and control in in sports and life; the role of gratitude and discipline in achieving personal goals.  Lastly, they shared their experiences with prayer and meditation, emphasizing the need for presence and connection.
John discussed his "Full 90" program that he started on January 1 that focuses on physical fitness, nutrition and spiritual development.  He also talked about the "Let Them" theory from Mel Robbins.  Brandon discussed using the Amuse 2 brain wave monitor and said he will report back about it on future episodes.  John and Brandon are excite d about next week's guest, Travis Thomas, who will be discussing his new book, "Confidence is Overrated."


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The MAP boys welcome Tim Neiman, head baseball coach at DeSales University, to the program.  Coach Neiman is also the author of "What is Your Legacy? A Blueprint for Your Personal and Professional Journey".  Coach Neiman has over 35+ years of experience as a college baseball coach and he shares some of the insights he has gained over his years in developing great baseball players into great pillars of their communities.  His thoughts on team building, culture building and how by putting the focus on Love, Empowerment, Giving, Accountability, Commitment and Yearning you can also build a lasting LEGACY. 

You won't want to miss this episode -- so, get your pen and paper ready, here is Tim Neiman.

To order the book, go to What is Your Legacy?: Leadership, Life Lessons, Business and Baseball: Neiman, Tim: 9798337578194: Amazon.com: Books
 
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The MAP boys welcome back to the show, Dr. Bhrett McCabe.  Bhrett is a clinical and sport psychologist known by top performers, teams, organizations and companies as a true catalyst for excellence.  He works with those on the razor's edge of human performance, striving to illuminate pathways to find strength and stability in a world of chaos and competition.  Author of the books, "Mindside Manifesto", "Breakfree from Suckville" and his most recent book, "Kick Anxiety's Ass."  In addition to the work he does with athletes at the University of Alabama, he works with countless PGA Tour players as well as many other professional athletes and teams in all sports.

Bhrett shares some great insights into dealing with "The Beast" of anxiety and how the impact of worrying and the traps of perfectionism can impact performance.  He shares some great anecdotes and teachings for our listeners.  Considered one of the leading minds in sports psychology today, this is a can't miss episode.  Get your pen and paper ready....here is Bhrett McCabe.

You can find him on social media @drbhrettmccabe 

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The MAP boys sit down with longtime friend and former college teammate, Shawn Lopez.  "Pez" has been the Head Softball Coach at Olathe Northwest in Olathe, KS since 2019.  In 2024, his team went 23-4 and won the 6A State Championship and he was named the 6A Coach of the Year.  Shawn shares his learnings from each of his stops in over 20 years of coaching.  He talks about the coach/player relationship with his daughter, Claire, what it was like coaching through COVID, what it was like to transition from coaching baseball to softball, etc.

Get your pen and paper ready, here is Shawn Lopez.

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On this week's episode of the Mental Advantage Podcast, the MAP boys sit down with Monte Lee, the Associate Head Baseball Coach at the University of South Carolina.  He talks about the various stops he has made in his coaching journey from being an assistant coach for Tim Wallace (Spartanburg Methodist) and Ray Tanner (South Carolina) to being the head coach at Clemson and the College of Charleston.  He shares the lessons he learned at each stop and also talks about his thoughts on toughness, the mental side of the game, the importance of process (stacking days) and other great information that you won't want to miss.  So, get your pen and paper ready....here is Monte Lee.

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On this week's episode of the Mental Advantage Podcast, the MAP boys sit down with Joanna Lohman.  Joanna is a former professional soccer player and member of the United States Women's National Team. She is the first player in Washington Spirit history to have her jersey retired, honoring her 16-year playing career where she built a platform for social impact.  Along with Paul Tukey, she co-authored, "Raising Tomorrow's Champions".  She is currently a global keynote speaker and authenticity activator.  She continues her influence as a Sport Diplomat and will be your new favorite celesbian.  Joanna is also a Limitless Minds Coach and currently working on a leadership project with former MAP guest, Travis Thomas.

On many social media apps, she can be found @joannalohman15
For more information about her and how to book her for a speaking engagement or purchase the book, you can visit: www.joannalohman.com 

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The MAP boys sit down with Isaac Collins, a professional baseball player with the Nashville Sounds (AAA affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers).  It won't take long to understand why Isaac's mindset and mental toughness are a big part of his success in baseball.  He credits alot of people for helping him develop this mindset, but says that when he was with the Colorado Rockies organization, Doug Chadwick, a mental performance coach, was instrumental in building the foundation.
Isaac is a native of Maple Grove, Minnesota and Creighton University.  He was drafted in the 9th round of the 2019 MLB Draft by the Colorado Rockies and was picked up by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2023 Minor League Rule 5 Draft.  
In this episode, Isaac talks about the game day and in-game systems, strategies and routines that he uses to remain present in the moment.  He discusses his journey through minor league ball and his turnback moment and how he overcame it.
This episode is a MUST listen for any athlete or coach.  Get your pen and paper ready, here is Isaac Collins.

On many social media apps, he can be found @isaaccollins2

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He's back!! After a long break, Dr. Mo returns to the Mental Advantage Podcast to talk to the boys about the mental game of golf.  A longtime friend of the show, Dr. Mo discusses the Netflix series, Full Swing, and the episode on mental performance.  He discusses the real life challenges so many of these players are facing beyond the ropes.  He also gives some tips and tricks on how you can excel at managing your thinking on the golf course.  

Dr. Mo has helped his clients achieve a combined 30 PGA Tour victories, including 4 majors, over 300 amateur wins and 2 NCAA championships.  He is the author of "The Winning Way in Golf and Life", "Learn to Win: One Shot at at Time" and "Learn to Win: A Major."  He has worked with such golfers as Zach Johnson, Stewart Cink, Lucas Glover, Keegan Bradley, Davis Love III and Justin Leonard.  He is the creator of the "Score Better" video system that uses videos to help you break down On-Course Thinking, Practice and Preparation and Off-Course Thinking (140+ insightful videos, 4 in-depth video guides and exclusive access to a library of curated articles and podcasts.)

You can learn more about this system and how to order it on his website, www.drmolearntowin.com.  
 
On many social media apps, he can be found @drmolearntowin

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The MAP boys sit down with Travis Thomas a team performance coach – improvisor – author (book Live Yes, And) – speaker and founder of the “Live Yes, And” movement. He is also a Limitless Minds room tilter.  Travis was the Leadership and Team Dynamics coach for the US Men's National Soccer Team and has worked with many college and professional teams including the Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs and currently FC Dallas and St. Louis University.  

Travis discusses how the principles of improvisation are the principles of life. By applying the "yes, and" approach to life, you can better accept the new realities you face and make the right adjustments. He also talks about how the same principles can be applied to building powerful cultures within athletic teams and organizations.

You can find his book, "Live Yes, And" on his website, www.liveyesand.com as well as other places books are sold.  You can also find the links to some of the upcoming workshops Travis has scheduled for athletes of all ages and business leaders on his website.
 
On many social media apps, he can be found @liveyesand

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The MAP boys sit down with Chad Metcalf, a Navy SEAL turned professional golfer turned entrepreneur and author.  Chad discusses the keys to building mental toughness and the lessons he learned at a young age that served him well during BUDs (Basic Underwater Demolition school) on his way to become a Navy SEAL.  He also talks about the key lessons he is trying to teach his kids and others in his book, "Young Athletes' Ultimate Guide to Mental Toughness."   Other topics include how to use failure as fuel, the importance of mental toughness in the real world, his definition of GRIT, etc. Get your pen and paper ready -- you won't want to miss this episode. 

You can find his books, "Young Athletes' Ultimate Guide to Mental Toughness" and "TEEN Confidence Unlocked" on his website, www.mentaltoughnessandconfidence.com as well as other places books are sold.
 
On many social media apps, he can be found @chad_metcalf

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The MAP boys sit down with Dave Kline, an entrepreneur, writer, speaker and coach who founded and developed MGMT Accelerator and Codified Management Playbook as well as many other resources designed to train leaders on the playbook for leading high-performance teams.

Dave's 20+ years of experience leading high-performing divisions at Bridgewater and Moody's made him the perfect guest to answer questions about many leadership/management topics like when and how to manage up, how to have crucial conversations with direct reports and other challenges facing managers and leaders.  He also talks about the importance of feedback and creating the right culture.  The hour flies by in this episode as Dave shares alot of his expertise on these subjects.

Get your pen and paper ready -- you won't want to miss this episode.

To learn more about MGMT Accelerator and MGMT Playbook visit mgmt.beehiv.com and https://maven.com/dave-kline/mgmt-accelerator 
 
On many social media apps, he can be found @dklineii

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On this week's episode of the Mental Advantage Podcast, the MAP boys sit down with Lauren Sisler.  Lauren is a two-time Emmy award-winning sports broadcaster who has worked for ESPN and SEC Network since 2016.

In 2003 as a freshman on the gymnastics team at Rutgers University, a phone call in the middle of the night would change her life forever as she unexpectedly lost both of her parents within hours of each other.  In the next days, months and years, Lauren would learn more about her parents' battle with prescription drug addiction.  As Lauren has navigated her journey through grief, she will share with the listeners her story of how whe removed the shackles of shame, embraced her story and found hope again.  

Get your pen and paper ready -- you won't want to miss this episode.

To learn more about Lauren, go to www.laurensisler.com 
On many social media apps, she can be found @laurensisler 
Look for her upcoming book "Shatterproof" which can be found in stores and where books are sold online.

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The MAP boys sit down with long time friend of the show (and one of their favorite humans), China McCarney.  They talk about China's social media posts and his ongoing journey towards mental wellness.  The unpack how there is "no finish line" when you are on this journey, but the key is to embrace your progress and just keep working on yourself.  Other topics included the importance of changing identity to achieve long-term success, letting go of suffering, filling in the gaps with facts you don't have, etc.

China is the founder of  the Athletes Against Anxiety and Depression Foundation www.aaadfoundation.org . He is also the Vice President of Jaegar Sports and developed the Mental Health Manual / Companion Journal www.mentalhealthmanual.org 

You can find China on many social media platforms at @chinamccarney 

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The MAP boys sit down with Kamini Wood, a certified life coach who helps high-achievers heal their relationships with themselves. She is a best-selling author who is also the creator of AuthenticMe and CEO of Live Joy Your Way.

Topics of discussion include: raising high-performing young adults, internal and self-aware leadership, helping to overcome stress, anxiety and feeling overwhelmed, the importance of curiosity when it comes to self awareness and many more topics.

Get your pen and paper ready for Kamini Wood.

Learn more about Kamini at: www.kaminiwood.com

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The MAP boys sit down with Mischelle Lee, a former collegiate athlete who is now a personal trainer and coach who specializes in neurobased training. Her program combines her degree in Exercise Science with lymphatics knowledge, Z-Health neurology, nutrition, breathing techniques, RPR (reflexive performance reset), bioenergy healing and more.

She believes the brain is where the injury starts and she shares some systems and strategies that will help you overcome some of the mental blocks that stand in your way of optimal performance.

Get your pen and paper ready for Mischelle Lee.

Learn more about Mischelle Lee at: www.neurobasedtraining.org
You can also connect with her on social media:
Instagram: @neurobasedtraining
TikTok: @mischellelee2

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The MAP boys sit down with Dr. Karen Doll, the author of Building Psychological Fitness: How High Performers Achieve with Ease.

Dr. Doll is a licensed psychologist, consultant, coach, and #1 international bestselling author. She collaborates with industry-leading organizations and coaches high-achieving professionals. Her mission is to help people thrive, enhance well-being and optimize leadership skills at every phase.

The many topics include: what is psychological fitness; how to deal with chronic stress and burnout in the workplace and how it can be identified by the individual and the leader; working through the mental health continuum; the impact COVID had on mental health, etc. Dr. Doll's book, Building Psychological Fitness, tackles all of these topics and so much more. It also includes many resources, practices and interventions to help improve ones psychological fitness.

You won't want to miss this episode and you'll definitely want to grab the book.

Learn more about Dr. Karen Doll at: www.drkarendoll.com
You can also connect with her on LinkedIn and find her book on Amazon and other places where books are sold.
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