Best Gwinnett Sports Podcast Podcasts (2024)

We chop it up with Fayette County HS Head Football Coach Nick Davis, in this episode of the GAHSFBCHAT Podcast. Coach Davis talks about the changes in the coaching profession from his early days to now.By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Grant Myers Pickens HS 39:43

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Eric Parker - Burke County HS 1:19:13

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Retired Burke County Head Football Coach, Eric Parker, shares his wisdom and life experiences. Experiences earned in over 20 years of successful coaching and advocating for young people.By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Terrance Banks - Greene County High School 42:24

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GAHSFBHAT Podcast co-host and Greene County High School Head Football Coach, Terrance Banks talks purpose & passion. Coach Banks shares jewels to help coaches prepare to become great Head Coaches, as well as becoming great advocates for their players.By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Von Lassiter - Bleckley County High School 41:57

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Tremaine Jackson - Valdosta State University Head Football Coach 42:52

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Ryan Andrews - Head Football Coach at Heritage High School 36:29

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John Ford - Head Football Coach - Effingham County 33:20

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Daniel "Boone" Williams - Langston Hughes High School Head Coach 32:49

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Season 2 Episode 1 43:01

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Coach Smith & Coach Banks recap Season 1 of the Georgia High School Football Chat and provide insight on what Season 2 holds in store.By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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'Life Happens' ... with Sgt. Aaron Quinonez 1:03:08

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Sgt Aaron Quinonez didn’t have your average upbringing. Growing up in a remote part of America, where the growing of marijuana was prolific, he was regularly on the run from the law and was forced to live homeless as a teenager due to his father’s addiction issues. Joining the Marines straight out of High School, he found the discipline that he had…

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'Life Happens' ... with Ruari Fairbairns 1:01:45

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As a hyperactive kid growing up on the Isle of Mull, Ruari Fairbairns was misunderstood and branded mischievous and troublesome. Put through counselling from as young as six years old, he then attempted suicide twice in his early teens before finding drugs and alcohol. Fortunately, a sharp entrepreneurial brain saved him from further harm – as he s…

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'Life Happens' ... with Nicky Marshall 58:20

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In the early 2000s, Nicky Marshall was a successful businesswoman, a mother of four and a lover of adventure. From indoor skydiving to qualifying as a scuba diving instructor, adventure was a huge part of her life. Transitioning from finance to wellness, in 2010 she embarked on another adventure; one of entrepreneurship. She started a wellness cent…

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'Life Happens' ... with Andrew Brush 1:04:08

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Andrew Brush has experienced more than his fair share of life's ups and downs. A highly successful businessman, with a track record of developing organisations, he went about his professional career with an enthusiasm for enterprise and for investing in the people that worked with him and for him. But his life changed when his wife was diagnosed wi…

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'Life Happens' ... with Ben Bidwell 50:50

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A very special guest on this episode of ‘Life Happens’ because of his standing in the world of mental health, Ben Bidwell has been on a journey of self-discovery and is on a mission to help others understand who they truly are. From a life in which he ‘once lived uninspired’, struggling with creativity and a sense of purpose, Ben has reinvented him…

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'Life Happens' ... with Rachel Williams 52:40

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In April 2021, NHS worker Rachel Williams delivered a powerful and moving TEDx Talk, courageously sharing her experience of mental health in the context of being a black woman. In this episode of 'Life Happens' 87% marketing director James Gwinnett speaks to Rachel about her experiences and her belief that we all need to ... pause. We can’t operate…

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'Life Happens' ... with Dan Lowes 52:58

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When you’re performing aerobatics with the Red Arrows, there’s no room for error. Yet our latest guest on ‘Life Happens’ admits to failing over and over in his pursuit of a childhood dream to become a fighter pilot. Dan Lowes knew from an early age that he wanted to fly with the RAF. A failed application at the age of 17 set him up to understand th…

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'Life Happens' ... with Team ExtraOARdinary 46:08

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Abby Johnston, Kat Cordiner and Charlotte Irving make up Team ExtraOARdinary, an extraordinary rowing crew that will embark on the huge challenge of rowing an ocean later this year. Taking part in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, they will depart from La Gomera, in the Canary Islands, and attempt to row 3,000 miles to English Harbour, Antigu…

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'Life Happens' ... with Ollie Phillips 51:29

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Ollie Phillips’ CV makes for pretty impressive reading. After graduating from Durham University, he made the leap to professional rugby, playing for the Newcastle Falcons and making a name for himself on the international Rugby Sevens circuit, as a prolific try-scorer in this fast-paced version of the game. Over a remarkable career that spanned mor…

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'Life Happens' ... with Dan Keeley 56:00

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Dan Keeley is one of the UK’s most powerful motivational speakers and mental health activists, encouraging us ‘to have courageous conversations together about the things that really matter’. In 2012 he suffered from a bad episode of poor mental health and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. In this interview, we chat to Dan about stripping his lif…

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'Life Happens' ... with Stella Smith 51:26

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Stella Smith has made a name for herself in innovation across the business world, from a series of high-profile positions in trading and investment to founding the wellbeing benefits disruptor pirkx. With so much energy and positivity, it is no wonder she is as successful as she is and her insights into prioritisation to go after the things you wan…

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'Life Happens' ... with Rupal Patel 43:42

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Imagine the pressure of having to brief US Presidents and NATO Generals on war zone strategy. That was exactly the role of our latest guest on the ‘Life Happens’ podcast. As a CIA Intelligence Officer, Rupal Patel faced some highly pressurised situations and had to be absolute and resolute in believing in her ability. In the latest episode of 'Life…

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'Life Happens' ... with Michael Maisey 40:48

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CONTENT WARNING – contains references to sexual abuse, violence, drugs and crime – if you are affected by any of the topics in this video, the Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123 or by emailing jo@samaritans.org and you can contact the mental health charity Mind by calling 0300 123 3393 or visiting mind.org.uk. In this remarkable episode, we cha…

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'Life Happens' … with Esmee Gummer 53:36

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In this incredible episode, we hear the story of Esmee Gummer, who, despite being paralysed at the age of 18, has become a renowned personal trainer. From being told she would never walk again to taking on a series of extreme fitness challenges, including being a recruit on the brutal Channel 4 show SAS: Who Dares Wins, she is now the Head of Exerc…

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Episode 23 - Larry Harold (Kentucky St. Univ.) 55:45

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Larry Harold is an assistant football coach at Kentucky State University. Coach Harold spent several years as the Head Coach at several High Schools in the state of Georgia, including Macon County, Brunswick, Central-Macon and Americus-Sumter. In this episode, Coach Harold speaks about navigating the game of football during a pandemic. He also spea…

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Episode 22 - Sam Crenshaw 48:03

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This week we interviewed the legendary Sam Crenshaw, on the GAHSFBCHT Podcast with Smitty & Banks. Mr. Crenshaw has been a part of many of the most exciting High School football games in Georgia High School football history. Mr. Crenshaw describes many of the historical contests that he witnessed first hand and also list some of his most memorable …

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Life Happens: James Gwinnett 37:57

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In this episode of Life Happens, we speak with James Gwinnett. James tells us about his life as a semi-professional rugby player and the chaotic and at times toxic lifestyle that he adopted during this period. His world was totally turned upside down when he broke his neck, stopping him from playing rugby or doing any exercise at all. This spiraled…

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Episode 21 - Lee Hannah (Millergrove HS) 44:36

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Our guest for Episode 21 is Coach Lee Hannah, from Millergrove High School in Lithonia, Georgia. Coach Hannah shares his passion for helping his kids develop skills that will help them become successful on and off the field of play. Coach Hannah stresses the importance of education and how he promotes education in his program. He also talks about b…

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Episode 20 - Jeremy Hawkins (Eastern Kentucky University 51:46

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Our guest for Episode 20 is Eastern Kentucky University Defensive Line coach, Jeremy Hawkins. Coach Hawkins talks to us about climbing the coaching ranks and moving from high school to the collegiate level. Coach Hawkins offers advice for coaches looking to do the same. Coach Hawkins also speaks about the importance building quality and meaningful …

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Episode 19 - Chad Alligood (Northside Warner Robins) 38:23

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Chad Alligood is the Head Football coach at Northside High School, in Warner Robins, GA. Coach Alligood discusses his journey to becoming the head coach at one of the most storied programs in the country. Coach Alligood describes the importance of building leaders and having a "Player-Led" program. Coach Alligood also maintaining a healthy family b…

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Episode 18 - Jesse Hicks (Baldwin High School) 47:18

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In this episode of the GAHSFBCHAT Podcast w/ Smitty & Banks, Baldwin High School Head Football Coach, Jesse Hicks, explains why he doesn't believe high school football should take place this fall. Coach Hicks also describes how he has continued to develop leadership skills in his program, during this pandemic. Coach Hicks, a long time coach in the …

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Life Happens: Kate Swindlehurst 23:10

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In our latest episode of Life Happens, we speak with author Kate Swindlehurst. After being diagnosed with Parkinson's, Kate decided that she wasn't going to let that affect the things she loved doing, including her passion for Argentine Tango. Kate speaks candidly about how much her life has changed since her diagnosis and what it has taught her ab…

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Episode 17 - Dr. Kechia Rowles (Rockdale County District AD) 56:30

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Dr. Kechia Rowles, District Athletic Director for Rockadle County Public Schools, discusses her system's approach to dealing with Covid-19. She also discusses her expertise as an Athletic Trainer and the district's program that prepares students for careers in the same field. Dr. Rowles also shares what qualities she and other adminstrators look fo…

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Episode 16 - Philip Jones (Brookwood HS) 1:02:17

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We chop it up with Coach Philip Jones, Head Football Coach at Brookwood HS, in this episode of the GAHSFBCHAT podcast w/ Smitty & Banks. Coach Jones provides insight into the coaching lineage of his family and their connection to the Brookwood program. Coach Jones also talks about the support that his program receives from the Brookwood community a…

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Episode 15 - Joshua Moore (B.E.S.T. Academy) 1:12:42

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Episode 14 - Randy Jackson 1:07:08

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Randy Jackson is the Head Football Coach for North Forney High School, in Forney, Texas. In this episode, Coach Jackson talks about the importance of building the proper culture within your program. Coach Jackson also discusses the importance of building leadership within your program and why it is more beneficial to have a "player led" team, than …

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Episode 13 - Maurice Freeman (Brooks County HS) 58:44

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Maurice Freeman is the Head Football Coach at Brooks County High School, in Quitman, GA. In this episode, Coach Freeman talks about his "why" and explains what it was like to return to home and become the Head Coach at his alma mater. Coach Freeman also discusses how he and his community handled tragedy and used it as rallying cry to come together.…

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Episode 13 - Kandice Pritchett Mitchell 39:47

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Our guest for this episode of the Georgia High School Football Chat Podcast is Coach Kandice Pritchett Mitchell. Coach Mitchell is the Assistant Athletic Director for the Atlanta Public School System. Coach Mitchell talks about her role on the USA football Board of Directors, as well as her input on the rise of girls flag football in the state of G…

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Episode 12 - Corey Jarvis 36:56

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In this episode of the GAHSFBCHAT Podcast with Smitty & Banks, we interview Lithia Springs Head Football Coach, Corey Jarvis. Jarvis describes differences between athletes and coaches in today's era, compared to 15 years ago. Coach Jarvis also discusses differences between high school football in South Georgia & the Metro Atlanta area.…

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Episode 11 - Shawn Elliott (Georgia State Univ.) 59:38

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In this episode of the Georgia High School Football Chat Podcast, we talk about the current climate in the United States, following the murder of George Floyd. Our guest for this episode is Georgia State University Head Football Coach, Shawn Elliott. Coach Elliott talks about hosting the GHSA Football Championship games and the importance of repair…

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Episode 11 - Teaser 1:18

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Episode 10 - Jeb Stewart 55:05

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In this episode of the GAHSFBCHAT podcast, we talk to new Windsor Forest Head Football coach, Jeb Stewart. Coach Stewart talks about the often overlooked level of high school football in the Middle & Coastal Georgia areas. He also describes his why and speaks on being a caucasian coach in areas with primarily minority demographics and the impact th…

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Episode 10 - Teaser 1:16

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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Episode 9 - Johnny White 47:56

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Our guest for this episode of the Georgia High School Football Chat Podcast, Johnny White, the head football coach at Douglas County High School, in Douglasville, GA. Coach White discusses his "why" and explains the role that others played in molding his passion for helping young people. Coach White also lends advice to young coaches aspring to bec…

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Episode 9 Teaser 0:54

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By Travis Smith & Terrance Banks

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