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S03|E259 How Challenges Shape Us | Josh Poahway
S03|E259 How Challenges Shape Us | Josh Poahway Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

S03|E259 How Challenges Shape Us | Josh Poahway

Josh Poahway joins the Samson Strength Coach Collective to discuss returning to Cache Public Schools, building trust with athletes and coaches, and how personal struggles helped shape his leadership philosophy. From community impact to mentorship and program development, Josh shares lessons on creating meaningful relationships and developing young people beyond sports.
June 17, 2026
S03|E242 A Journey Through Strength Coaching with Rick Huegli | Samson Strength Coach Collective
S03|E242 A Journey Through Strength Coaching with Rick Huegli | Samson Strength Coach Collective Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

S03|E242 A Journey Through Strength Coaching with Rick Huegli | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this legacy episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Rick Huegli reflects on a lifetime in strength and conditioning, the relationships that shaped his career, and the leadership principles behind Samson Equipment’s 50-year success.
June 17, 2026
S02|E236 Bridging Academia and Athletics with Keane Hamilton | Samson Strength Coach Collective
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S02|E236 Bridging Academia and Athletics with Keane Hamilton | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Keane Hamilton shares his perspective on bridging the gap between academic theory and practical strength training. Drawing from his dual role as a strength coach and lecturer at Appalachian State University, Keane explains how research, flexibility, and real-world application come together to shape effective athlete development.
June 17, 2026
S02|E235 Why Coaches Should Embrace Being Wrong with Peter Kenn | Samson Strength Coach Collective
S02|E235 Why Coaches Should Embrace Being Wrong with Peter Kenn | Samson Strength Coach Collective Career Development & MentorshipStrength Coach Podcast

S02|E235 Why Coaches Should Embrace Being Wrong with Peter Kenn | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Peter Kenn, Director of Olympic Sports at SMU, to explore why coaches should embrace being wrong. Peter walks through his evolution from student-athlete to strength coach, the critical role early internships played in his development, and the core principles that guide his coaching today. He also shares insights into building SMU’s Olympic sports department, fostering shared ownership within teams, and developing an adaptable coaching philosophy grounded in learning and humility.
June 17, 2026
S02|E233 Filling Roles to See Team Success with Justin McKenna | Samson Strength Coach Collective
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S02|E233 Filling Roles to See Team Success with Justin McKenna | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Justin McKenna, Director of Basketball Performance at Bucknell University. Justin shares his unique path into strength and conditioning, the many hats performance coaches must wear, and how giving athletes autonomy leads to better engagement and outcomes. From nutrition strategies to communication, Justin offers insight into what it takes to elevate basketball performance in today’s fast-evolving landscape.
June 17, 2026
S02|E216 Building Relationships That Drive Results with Andrew Rafferty
S02|E216 Building Relationships That Drive Results with Andrew Rafferty Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

S02|E216 Building Relationships That Drive Results with Andrew Rafferty

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Andrew Rafferty, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Clinton High School, opens up about his transition from sport coaching to strength and conditioning. He shares how authentic communication, community-building, and persistence helped him create a dedicated strength coach position. From injury prevention to athlete engagement, Andrew unpacks what it takes to elevate high school sports through coaching relationships.
June 17, 2026
S02-E213 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Kacie Allison
S02-E213 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Kacie Allison Career Development & MentorshipStrength Coach Podcast

S02-E213 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Kacie Allison

Kacie Allison, Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Bowling Green University, joins us to explore how leaving your comfort zone leads to growth. In this episode, Kacie walks us through her transformation from dual-sport athlete to confident strength coach, the impact of the pandemic on her career, and the role mentorship plays in shaping future coaches. Her insights on internships, self-reflection, and mental toughness offer guidance for anyone on the coaching path.
June 17, 2026
S02-E212 Teaching vs. Coaching with Charles Kenward
S02-E212 Teaching vs. Coaching with Charles Kenward Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

S02-E212 Teaching vs. Coaching with Charles Kenward

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we chat with Charles Kenward, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Incarnate Word University. Charles shares his insights on running an entire strength and conditioning program by himself, the differences between teaching and coaching, and building deep relationships with athletes. From trust with head coaches to fostering leadership in athletes, this conversation sheds light on the heart of true coaching.
June 17, 2026
S02-E207 Elite Athlete Nutrition with Jessica Isaacs
S02-E207 Elite Athlete Nutrition with Jessica Isaacs Strength Coach PodcastTactical, Military & Public Safety

S02-E207 Elite Athlete Nutrition with Jessica Isaacs

On the latest episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, elite athlete sports dietitian Jessica Isaacs joins us to talk about performance nutrition, using empowering food language, and how coaches can better adapt to the modern athlete. She dives into the role of trust in athlete-dietitian relationships and why clear, honest education is more vital than ever in a world full of nutrition noise and social media misinformation.
June 17, 2026
S02-E206 Asking Reflective Questions in Coaching with Sean Swetnam
S02-E206 Asking Reflective Questions in Coaching with Sean Swetnam Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

S02-E206 Asking Reflective Questions in Coaching with Sean Swetnam

In this episode, Sean Swetnam, Assistant Director of Football Performance at UCLA, opens up about his transition from the private sector to collegiate coaching. He dives into how coaches can support athletes during times of identity crisis, foster open communication, and build trust through genuine connection. With insights on culture, tech in training, and a creative fine system, Sean delivers a candid and insightful look into effective coaching.
June 17, 2026
E087: Shannon Phillips (Assistant Strength and Conditioning)
E087: Shannon Phillips (Assistant Strength and Conditioning) Leadership, Culture & CommunicationStrength Coach Podcast

E087: Shannon Phillips (Assistant Strength and Conditioning)

Shannon Phillips, now the Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning for Olympic Sports at Georgia Southern University, joins us to speak about her experiences in the world of strength and conditioning, and how they have shaped her into the person she is today, personally and professionally!
June 17, 2026