This episode features Dr. Paul Putz who is the Assistant Director of the Faith & Sports Institute at Baylor University. Dr. Putz is a well-known writer of many articles that speak on the intersection of sports and Christianity in the twentieth century. His most recent article talks about the impact of the Black Church in America on the NBA. In this episode we discuss the intersection of sports and faith, using sports as a platform, and the history of basketball and faith.
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This episode features Dr. Derrick White, a full professor of African American and Africana Studies at the University of Kentucky. Dr. White has published several books, most notably his most recent, "Blood, Sweat, & Tears: Jake Gaither, Florida A&M and the history of Black College Football." In this episode we discuss, the impact of the history of HBCU sports in America, the impact that HBCUs have had on American society, and the history of black basketball players in Kentucky College Athletics.
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This episode features the Head of People & Culture for the Boston Celtics, Evan Pierce. Evan has worked for some of the best business organizations in the United States including Apple. In this episode, we discuss his career path, adjustments from student-athlete to the workplace, and the importance of mentorship and emotional intelligence.
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This episode features BJ Thompson who is a faith-based transformation coach. BJ has over 20 years of experience in the field and specializes in transformation without trauma. He is an author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist well.
This episode was done in collaboration with the Dave and Dev Podcast. You can listen to more episodes of the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or any other podcast streaming platform.
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This episode features Dr. Winston Kennedy. Dr. Kennedy is a Physical Therapist with an emphasis on adaptive physical activities. He is a graduate of an HBCU (Hampton University) and also a former collegiate athlete. In this episode, we discuss what it is like to be a Black Physical Therapist, how Dr. Kennedy was introduced to the world of physical therapy and, the skills he utilizes in his day-to-day occupation.
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Vincent Pierson is the CEO of VSP Impact Strategies and the co-founder of The Black Sport Business Academy. In this episode, we discuss his journey to his career field, the importance of diversity and inclusion in sports, and address the need for more minorities in sports professions
This episode features Alexandra Szarabajko who is a Ph.D. candidate and Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Kinesiology Program at Oregon State University. She is currently in the midst of writing her dissertation while simultaneously publishing research. Alexandra is also a former student-athlete and she discusses her career pathway to get her to this point in her career with 3 (!!!) master's degrees and soon to obtain a Ph.d. We also discuss her latest published research on physical education requirements in Oregon.
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Alexander Martin is the Player Engagement Coordinator for the Miami Dolphins. He also has a history of working in student affairs and student-athlete development in higher education. In this episode, Alexander discusses his journey to the NFL, the importance of interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, the importance of mentors, and how to use transferable skills as a student-athlete to best help you in your career.
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Katie Pierce is the Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. She is well versed in the up-and-coming field of sports nutrition. In this episode, she discusses her pathway to being a sports nutritionist, debunks myths about diets, how the field has changed and what direction she would like to see the field go in the future.
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In part 2, Nick talks about support for mental health in athletics and where he would like to see the profession in the future!
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In the second part of the two-part series, Dverin continues his talk with Tiffany Tucker. She discusses more on the impact of HBCU's on her career, the importance of professionalism and networking, and some projects that she is currently working on. Tune in!
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In this episode, Deverin sits down with Tiffany Tucker from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Tucker serves as the Senior Women's Administrator in their Athletic Department. In part one of this two-part series, Tucker talks about her journey to her current role and other important skills she learned along the way.
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In this episode, Deverin sat down with the general editor of digital media for ESPN, Jeremy Dominick. Jeremey has been at ESPN for 17 years. He discusses his journey to ESPN, the changes in digital media, and what his day-to-day looks like. Tune in to find out more about the work that Jeremy does!
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Deverin sat down with Mark Dominick for this episode. Mark is currently the Athletic Trainer for the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He currently works with the university's baseball team. Mark was also the athletic trainer for the Collegiate National Baseball team in the summer of 2021.
This episode discusses the lifestyle, trends, and skills needed to be an efficient Athletic Trainer in today's sports world.
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In this episode, Deverin sat down with Dr. Joseph Cooper who is the Dr. J. Keith Motley Endowed Chair of Sport Leadership and Administration and Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Black Life at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Dr. Cooper talks more about his book, "From Exploitation to Empowerment: Black Male (mis) Education Through Sport" and the numerous trials and Black male athletes in collegiate and professional athletics.
You can purchase Dr. Cooper's book using this link here.
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In this episode, Deverin sat down with KLUTCH SPORTS agent, Quiyante Burroughs. Quiyante is a former student-athlete now turned sports agent. He discusses the ins and outs of the industry and gives plenty of tips on how to be successful in the field.
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In this episode, Deverin sat down with former student-athlete, Raquel Montalvo Perez. Raquel played tennis at Eastern Kentucky University and is now a graduate assistant at Gonzaga University. She is originally from Bolivia and came to the United States in 2015. She talks about NIL and the effects on international student-athletes.
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