Best Sam Oldham Podcasts (2025)

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The Reece Pearson Story | Episode 98 1:12:05

12h ago1:12:05

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In 2008 Reece Pearson was part of the first men's British gymnastics team to ever win a major championships team Gold medal and beat Russia at the Junior European championships in Switzerland. He was a multiple English and British junior all around champion and is widely regarded as one of the best talents Great Britain produced of his generation. …

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Coaching Fearless, Fun, and Technically Excellent Gymnasts with Morgan Mannix 47:05

1h ago47:05

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If you’re looking for a feel-good, inspiring conversation, you won’t want to miss this week’s episode of the PerformHappy podcast! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Morgan Mannix, the general manager of Dana Mannix Gymnastics and a standout coach known for her innovative, athlete-first approach. Morgan is a true expert in the art of bala…

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Episode #256 / Visual Banter Holiday Special With Alex Gagne 57:30

2h ago57:30

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Alex Gagne, host of the Photo Banter Podcast and editorial/commercial photographer, returns to the podcast for our 3rd annual holiday special and year-end recap. During our conversation we talk about what we've been up to this year, some of our favorite episodes we've recorded, how stepping outside of our comfort zones is a good practice, the 3 cam…

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From Twisties to Triumph- Carissa Clay’s Path to Confidence 37:57

31m ago37:57

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On today's podcast, I’m sitting down with collegiate gymnast Carissa Clay, who has a story you won’t want to miss. Carissa has competed at two Division 1 schools and is now in her fifth year of eligibility—a testament to her love for the sport and her incredible resilience. We talk about some of the toughest challenges she’s faced, including naviga…

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USA Gymnastics Update with NEUTRAL DEDUCTIONS | EP 97 1:20:02

3h ago1:20:02

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In 2024 Kensley Behel was part of the NBC broadcasting team covering gymnastics for at the Paris Olympic Games working as the data analyst. She is a journalist specialising in covering the sport of Men's gymnastics and runs the Neutral deductions social media channel. In this week's episode Kensely shares some fascinating data analysis her team put…

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# 157 - Business Model, Scaling, Benchmarking, and Navigating Tough Times with Sam Johnsson 47:27

1h ago47:27

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As we near the end of another whirlwind year, it’s a chance to reflect, reset, and recharge. The festive season brings its own flurry of busyness, but before we all step into some well-deserved downtime, I wanted to bring you a conversation packed with insight and inspiration to help you wrap up 2024 with purpose and head into 2025 with clarity. In…

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Episode# 255: Will Saunders / Photographer / Director 1:07:01

7d ago1:07:01

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Advertising and documentary photographer/director Will Saunders returns to the podcast to catch up and talk about all the amazing shoots and adventures he's been on since his first appearance on the show in 2020, and how his career has continued to evolve and grow. During our conversation Will gives a behind the scenes look at some recent shoots wi…

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How to Get Perfect 10s with Positivity with Coach Yandis Urquila 50:16

4d ago50:16

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On today’s PerformHappy Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Coach Yandy Urquila—a name many of you might recognize from social media as one of the most inspiring coaches out there. After this episode, it’s easy to see why he’s earned that reputation. Yandy’s journey began as a self-proclaimed “gym baby,” growing up in his parents' …

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Sergey's Top 10 Life Lessons | Episode 96 48:29

16h ago48:29

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In 2001 Sergey Sizhanov moved from Vladimir Russia to coach gymnastics at what was then called The notts School Of gymnastics in Nottingham. His incredible legacy is still being felt today throughout gymnastics clubs in Great Britain with many of his former athletes now coaching the next generation. Sergey is now the head of the Irish National team…

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Recover Stronger and Prevent Injuries with The Gymnastics PT, Brittany Lapinski 51:05

7d ago51:05

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Today on the PerformHappy podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Brittany Lapinski, better known as The Gymnastics PT, to talk about something every gymnast, coach, and parent needs to hear: how to prevent injuries and recover stronger when setbacks happen. Dr. Lapinski shares her expert insights on building a mindset that prioritizes injury prevention and lon…

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The Shane Curtis Story | Episode 95 1:21:06

13d ago1:21:06

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In November 2024 Shane Curtis travelled out to Texas to compete in the Main Character professional Jujitsu event which was broadcast live on Flo Grappling. Unfortunately Shane injured his knee in a freak accident and had to withdraw from the competition where he was hoping to test himself against some of the world's best athletes. The initial spark…

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# 156 - Leadership Lessons from Cameron Schwab: Insights on Courage, Resilience, and Building Teams that Thrive 1:15:24

11d ago1:15:24

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Today’s conversation is one of those deep dives into leadership, resilience, and navigating the complexities of life—whether that’s on the farm, in the boardroom, or out on the footy field. Joining me is Cameron Schwab, a man who, at just 24, stepped into the CEO role of an elite AFL club, and over the years has learned not only what leadership dem…

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Episode #254: Jason Roman / Photographer / Filmmaker 1:02:24

15d ago1:02:24

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Photographer, Filmmaker, and Leica Ambassador Jason Roman (aka Stockezy) joins the podcast to talk about his journey growing up in New York City and a young life that was mostly dedicated to surviving until finding a job at the Bowery Hotel which would lead him to acting and slowly but surely to photography and filmmaking. During our conversation J…

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Using Setbacks as Opportunities for Growth with Sam Phillips 43:14

14d ago43:14

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On today’s PerformHappy podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Sam Phillips, a former international elite gymnast and current standout at the University of Illinois. Sam’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—from competing on the national stage to overcoming personal challenges that helped him rediscover his joy in the sport. In this episod…

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The Future Of Japanese Gymnastics MAGNASTICS | EP 94 1:22:47

1M ago1:22:47

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In November the All Japan championships took place and this week I'm joined by Katharine Mills the very talented lady behind MAGNASTICS. She runs a twitter account and website focusing on mens artistic gymnastics, writing incredibly detailed articles by gathering competition data from the around the world. We both sit back and relive the Paris Olym…

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Episode #253: Arto Saari Returns / Photographer / Skateboarder 1:00:18

23d ago1:00:18

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The one and only Arto Saari returns to the podcast to talk about his new sold out book "Bike Path" and how a personal project that helped make him fall back in love with photography turned into a beatiful new book published by Super Labo. During our conversation Arto talks about his recent photo exhibition "Concrete Currents" at the beautiful Aalto…

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How to Get Into Your Dream School with Rachel Collins 45:29

21d ago45:29

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Today's podcast is a must-listen for all the sport families out there who feel the pressure of the college admissions process. Whether you’re facing setbacks like injuries or worried that athletic achievements alone might not be enough to open those college gates, you’re not alone. The good news? There’s more to the story than just sports stats. I’…

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The Harry Hepworth Story | Episode 93 1:13:37

22d ago1:13:37

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In 2024 at the Paris Olympic Games Harry Hepworth made history winning the bronze medal on the vault and becoming the first British man ever to achieve that milestone. Harry started the sport at the age of eight after seeing a live gymnastics demonstration during a visit from a local athlete to his school. In the three years prior to that encounter…

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# 155 - The Personal Development Journey: Embracing Growth, Emotion, and Abundance with Tracy Secombe 58:41

26d ago58:41

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Often, the journey of personal development can be misunderstood or even dismissed- many might view it as unnecessary or even indulgent. As we explore in this episode, it is not about ‘fixing’ yourself or chasing perfection… it’s about choosing who you want to become, letting go of old stories, and moving towards a more authentic, abundant version o…

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Episode #252: Russell Shakespeare / Photographer 1:14:05

1M ago1:14:05

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Photographer and Leica Ambassador Russell Shakespeare joins the podcast from his home on Austrailia's Gold Coast to talk about how he found his way from carpentry to photography and how a terrible car accident would end up changing the course of his life and send him on a creative journey through India that continues to this day and can be seen in …

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The Heath Thorpe Story | Episode 92 1:03:01

1M ago1:03:01

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In 2023 Heath Thorpe was crowned the Australian national all around men's gymnastics champion for the first time. Despite this achievement he was not selected ton represent team Australia at the World championships and Olympic qualification event later that year in Belgium. Heath has a large online following within the gymnastics community thanks t…

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Learning to Love Performing with Coach Michelle Hong 39:25

28d ago39:25

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On today’s PerformHappy podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome figure skating coach Michelle Hong. Michelle’s approach to coaching is a breath of fresh air, bringing forward a healthier, more holistic way to enjoy the sport of figure skating—a direction that so many young athletes need. Her insights highlight how sports like figure skating (and gymnastic…

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Episode #251: Drew Smith / Photographer 1:20:45

2M ago1:20:45

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Photographer, brand ambassador, and mountain athlete Drew Smith joins the podcast to talk about his wild journey of growing up on a ranch in Montana and working jobs that varied from welding, to construction, to commercial fishing, to guiding, to search and rescue, to finally ending up with a camera in his hand and documenting the amazing adventure…

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Building Champions for Life with Valorie Kondos Field 51:02

1M ago51:02

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Hi guys! On today's PerformHappy podcast, I'm absolutely thrilled to bring you a conversation with none other than Miss Val—yes, the Valorie Kondos Field, legendary former head coach of UCLA gymnastics. Miss Val led her team to seven national championships and was even named Coach of the Century. She’s truly one of a kind, and after spending time w…

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Storytelling And Creating Content | Episode 91 50:45

1M ago50:45

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In the past few weeks I've had the opportunity to share my story with a professional footballer, active British gymnast and a university student. Each of those conversations focussed of a different piece of the puzzle that makes of a professional sportsman's career. In this episode I'm going to talk about some of the key topics we touched on in tho…

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# 154 - Unlocking New Capital To Transform Farming Assets The GO.FARM Story 1:17:16

2M ago1:17:16

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I have heard it said that “doing a traditional thing in a traditional industry may no longer be relevant.” I have also heard it said that the point of entrepreneurship is to “create a legacy”…. that is to create something that makes an impact of significance in the market, that will last beyond your life-time. Certainly there are great examples of …

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Heath Thorpe on Fear, Artistry, and Aiming Higher 42:29

1M ago42:29

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Today on the PerformHappy podcast, we’re diving into the world of Men’s elite gymnastics with Heath Thorpe, a true standout from Australia known for his incredible artistry and athleticism. Heath is making waves not only with his powerful routines but also by pushing the limits of self-expression in a sport that doesn’t always welcome individuality…

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The Anthony Harding Story | Episode 90 1:24:20

2M ago1:24:20

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In 2024 at the Paris summer Olympic Games Anthony Harding took the bronze medal alongside his partner Jack Laugher in the 3m springboard synchronised diving event. Anthony's international career was kickstarted at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aries where he won the individual silver medal and has since been on the podium seven times at ma…

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Raising Happy Athletes - The Parent's Playbook with Asia Mape 44:45

2M ago44:45

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On today's PerformHappy podcast, we're diving deep into the world of sport parenting with a truly special guest, Asia Mape. Asia is a four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and sports TV producer who has worked for all the major sports networks, covering some of the biggest events, including five Olympics and NBA profiles. But the reason she's her…

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The Molly Thompson-Smith Story | Episode 89 1:11:33

2M ago1:11:33

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In 2024 Molly Thompson-Smith represented Team GB at the Paris Olympic games in professional climbing. She is a fave time UK national champion and in 2017 became the first British Women in history to win a World Cup medal. Molly took bronze at the 2020 European championships in Moscow and is a driving force within the sport, promoting diversity in t…

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# 153 - High-Performance in Farming - Marcus Oldham and Marcus Minds with Tim McGavin 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

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In this episode, I speak with Tim McGavin, Founder and Managing Director of Laguna Bay, one of the largest privately owned agricultural investment funds globally. Reflecting on his farming background and extensive career, we explore life growing up on a station west of Barcaldine, QLD alongside his ‘bushy’ father and family. We explore Tim’s early …

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Jumping for Joy - Louise Brownsey’s Adventures in Trampoline and Disney 38:36

2M ago38:36

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Hey guys! On today's PerformHappy podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the amazing Louise Brownsey, an elite trampolinist from Great Britain. She's done some truly incredible things, from competing in World Championships to performing at Disneyland Paris. In this episode, we dive into her journey—how she overcame fears, handled pressure…

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The James Hall Story | Episode 88 1:22:21

2M ago1:22:21

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In 2015 James Hall qualified for the Great Britain men's gymnastics team as the travelling reserve that went on to win a historic silver medal at the World championships. Since that senior team selection he has become one of the most consistent athletes within the British team, winning eleven major championships medals in the process. At the Tokyo …

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Unlocking ADHD Superpowers in Sports with Dr. Brent Hogarth 48:19

2M ago48:19

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Hi everyone! On today’s PerformHappy podcast, we dive deep into a topic that’s close to my heart—ADHD. Whether you have ADHD, coach athletes with ADHD, or are raising a child with it, this episode is packed with valuable insights. I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Brent Hogarth, a clinical psychologist and sports psychology expert who specializes in ADHD…

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The Joe Cemlyn-Jones Story | Episode 87 1:07:26

3M ago1:07:26

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In 2021 Joe Cemlyn-Jones finished second all around at the British Gymnastics championships and was selected to represent Great Britain at the World championships in Japan. The story of his first experience competing at a major championships is one of continuous setbacks and challenges. However he used those lessons to go on to become the Northern …

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# 152 - Mastering Off-Farm Wealth Creation: Strategic Market Moves with Terry Tran 40:51

3M ago40:51

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As always, it is great to speak with Terry Tran and get an update on what is happening across our economy and the global investment landscape. In this episode, and 6 months after our last update from Terry, we cover all things interest rates, inflation, commodities outlooks, exchange rates and economies. We get Terry’s valued insight across the USA…

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Becoming Unstoppable with OU Alumni Olivia Trautman 45:15

2M ago45:15

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Hey guys! I am so excited about today’s episode of the PerformHappy podcast because I’m sitting down with none other than Olivia Trautman, former University of Oklahoma gymnast, international elite athlete, and a true resilience master. Olivia has achieved so much in her career—she’s a four-time NCAA national champion, NCAA vault champion, and a 10…

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The Felix Dolci Story | Episode 86 1:33:02

3M ago1:33:02

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In 2024 Felix Dolci was part of the Canadian men's gymnastics team that finished 8th in the Paris Olympic Team final. This was the first time Canada had qualified a full mens team for the Games since Beijing 2008. Felix has been a driving force behind the recent resurgence of mens gymnastics in Canada and their success internationally. In 2023 he b…

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Staying Calm and Balanced Under Pressure with Shayamal Jallabhjee 47:49

3M ago47:49

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On today’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m joined by Shayamal Jallabhjee, an expert in mental resilience who has worked with top athletes and leaders across the globe. Shayamal shares practical tips on how to stay calm and balanced, whether you’re an athlete, a coach, or just dealing with the everyday stress of life. We dive into topics li…

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Facing The Olympic Blues Alone | Episode 85 37:32

3M ago37:32

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In 2012 following the London Olympic Games I began to struggle mentally after experiencing such an incredible high point. At times I felt completely isolated and turned to partying in an attempt to numb those feelings of loneliness. Many athletes go through a similar process which is often referred to as the Olympic Blues. Four years later I had a …

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# 151 - Bringing Young, Passionate Talent onto Your Farm, with Chloe Smart-AgCareerStarts 42:12

3M ago42:12

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We all have a role to play in inspiring our next generation of farmers – now there is a compelling program and pathway to make this happen. In this episode, Hutch speaks with Chloe Smart, Training and Career Development Coordinator at AgCareerStarts. As Chloe explains, AgCareerStarts provides on-farm employment opportunities for 17 to 24 year olds …

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Getting Through THIS (the tough stuff) with Resilience Expert Nina Sossamon Pogue 47:09

3M ago47:09

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In today’s episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I’m excited to sit down with resilience expert Nina Sossamon Pogue. Nina is a former US elite gymnast, a member of the US national team, an Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and a mom. With her incredible background, she’s got a wealth of knowledge to share. One of …

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Building A Professional Sports Career in 2024 | Episode 84 47:41

3M ago47:41

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In 2024 it's easier than ever to share your story if you're an aspiring athlete and build a brand thanks to social media and the internet. However in some ways it's more difficult to stand out from the crowd and build a successful career in professional sports. With national governing bodies ever increasingly focussing on smaller groups of athletes…

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Simple Mental Skills to Boost Confidence with Joey Hewitt 43:22

3M ago43:22

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In today's PerformHappy podcast episode, I’m sitting down with mental performance coach Joey Hewitt. This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you're looking for simple, actionable mental skills that can completely shift your confidence and joy in sports. Joey breaks down easy strategies that helped him go from being a barely-making-varsity high…

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