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Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E258 Embracing the Director Role | Johnny Fabrizius

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Johnny Fabrizius shares his transition into a director-level leadership role at…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E256 Coaching Journey and Growth | Patrick Brooks

In this episode, Patrick Brooks, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with Arkansas State Women's Basketball, shares his growth from intern…

MarketingJuly 20, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E255 Building Culture in Strength Coaching | Stephen Antley

Stephen Antley breaks down the importance of culture, relationships, and resilience in building a successful career in strength and conditioning.

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E247 Mastering Growth Mindset with Leo Totten

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Leo Totten from Totten Training reflects on five decades in strength…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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,…

MarketingJune 23, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E239 A Legacy of Strength Coaching with Scott Warman | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this Samson Legacy Series episode, Scott Warman shares his journey through decades of strength coaching and the evolution of…

MarketingJune 23, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E230 Embracing Adversity with Liane Blyn | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Liane Blyn, Director of Sports Performance for…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

S02|E228 The Power of Relationship Based Coaching with Conner Freeland | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Conner Freeland, Vice President of Municipal Sales…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E224 Adaptive Sport Strength and Conditioning with Abbey Phillipson | Samson Strength Coach Collective

Adaptive sport is not about “inspiration”—it’s about inclusion, competition, and empowerment. In this episode, Abbey Phillipson, Head Strength and Conditioning…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E215 Adaptability Builds Better Coaches with Nick DaCosta | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode, we’re joined by Nick DaCosta, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Appalachian State University. Nick shares his…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S02-E210 Experiences in Strength and Conditioning with Keegan Smith

On this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Keegan Smith, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Georgia Southern, joins…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S02-E209 Relationships Make the Career with Michael Tucker

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we’re joined by Michael Tucker of Liberty University. From internships to…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E204: Developing Team Culture in a High School Setting with David Neill

In this episode, David Neill, Director of Sports Performance at Liberty Christian School, shares how aligning with a head coach’s…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E202: Mike Sullivan | Challenging Comfort Zones

Challenging Comfort Zones in Strength & Conditioning with Mike Sullivan

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E201: Danny Wirt | The Art of Self Reflection

Self-Reflection and Coaching Growth with Danny Wirt

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E197: Oliver Houston IV | What Got You Here Won’t Keep You Here

Building Culture & Balance: A Strength Coach’s Perspective with Oliver Houston IV

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E186: Angie Brambley-Moyer | Embracing Challenges as a Head Performance Coach

During the episode we discuss navigating a transition to leadership with your staff, how to attack the hiring process, and…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E176: Cory Sullivan | Son of the World’s Hardest Working Waitress

On the newest episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we speak with Coach Cory Sullivan.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E168: Christina Bernal | The Coach’s Role in Supporting Athletes

During the episode we discuss building relationships with everyone in the building, the emotional burden of being an S&C coach,…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E164: Mike Missen | The Key of Communication

During the episode we discuss working at the same university as your significant other, communication with sport coaches, and embracing…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

S2 E158: Tom DiStasio | Growth Mindset In Coaching

During the episode we discuss the different sectors of S&C, honing your own craft, and the value of failure.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E156: Jeanne Rankin | What Drives Success

During the episode we discuss the value of being thrown into the coaching fire, what drives success, and how to…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E155: Tyler Janota | Gratitude in Strength and Conditioning

During the episode we discuss the importance of gratitude in the strength and conditioning profession, servant leadership, and building life…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E152: Nigel Moyer | Exercise Professions in a Medical Setting

Nigel Moyer discusses the transformative role of exercise in healthcare, sharing rewarding moments from helping patients regain independence and quality…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E084: Leo Totten (Totten Training Systems, LLC)

Leo Totten of Totten Training Systems shares his journey through weightlifting and his commitment to giving back to the sport.…

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength 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…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

E077 – Shawn Pitcher

Shawn Pitcher gives us a chance to broaden our scope when it comes to understanding the role of a Sports…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E075 – Spencer Brown (Director of Strength and Conditioning)

Spencer Brown, who is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Dartmouth College joins us to talk about empowering others,…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E076 – Marc Drobenko (Athletic Trainer Professional Basketball)

In this episode of The Collective, we explore a different lens to look through when viewing sport performance. Marc Drobenko…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

E095: Justin Kuehn (Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Justin Kuehn, Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, shares an inside look at tactical performance. He discusses…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E057 – Amm Phrommavanh (Georgia State University)

Amm Phrommavanh shares how he builds relationships with sport coaches, creates athlete buy-in, and works backward from sport demands to…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

E058 – Zach Fears (Southeastern Oklahoma State University)

Zach Fears discusses collegiate sport performance at Southeastern Oklahoma State University, including the responsibilities of athlete development across a department.…

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 052 – Zach Even – Esh (Underground Strength)

Coach Zach Even - Esh sits down and talks strength with Coach Kris Koerper on this episode of the Strength…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Leadership, Culture & Communication

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 048 – Randy Schrader (NHSSCA 2021 COY – Missouri)

Tune in and listen to Coach Schrader chop it up with Matt Tometz ! Covering topics from strength and conditioning,…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Leadership, Culture & Communication

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 045 – Tim McClellan (Arizona Arsenal Soccer Club)

Tim McClellan shares lessons from a career coaching athletes at every level. He discusses leadership, high performance, continued growth in…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Career Development & Mentorship

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 044 – Scott McLafferty (Colorado State University)

Coach McLafferty shares the value and experience of having great mentors in our industry! He sits down with Justin Schwind…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 038 – Carlos Gonzalez (Tampa Bay Rays)

Tony Nash hosts Carlos Gonzalez , a strength and conditioning coach in the Tampa Bay Rays Organization.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Leadership, Culture & Communication

Samson Strength Coach Collective – Episode 037: Bill Foran (Miami Heat)

Legendary Coach Bill Foran joins us on this Episode of the Collective. He is hosted by Justin Schwind, Jacob Behara,…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

Samson Strength Coach Collective – Episode 033: Connor Gettemy (Flagler College)

Sean Swetnam interviews Coach Connor Gettemy , Director of Sport Performance for Flagler College .

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

Samson Strength Coach Collective – Episode 031: Dana LeDuc (Hall of Fame S&C Coach)

This Episode features the legendary Dana LeDuc! Hosted by Darius Ducre.

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective – Episode 034: Johnny Parker (Hall of Fame Strength Coach)

Hall of Fame strength coach Johnny Parker joins the Samson Strength Coach Collective to discuss leadership, periodization, explosive training, and…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 29: Dr. Ramsey Nijem | Kansas University

Dr. Ramsey Nijem drops in to discuss his time with the Sacramento Kings and his new position as the Director…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 28: JD Mehlhorn | Georgia State

Three great coaches come together for this episode! Host, Anthony Grasso, chats all things strength and conditioning with JD Mehlhorn…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Leadership, Culture & Communication

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 27: Jamie Pasquin | Monmouth

This week's host, Anthony Grasso, reconnects with Jamie Pasquin. They reminisce about their days at Quinnipiac University, talk about their…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 026 | Jena Ready

Jena Ready and Angie Brambley-Moyer talk shop on this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective! These coaches share their…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 025 | Jake Labhart

Founder & President of In Extremis Performance in Celina, Texas, Jake Labhart , shares his journey and purpose for founding…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 023 | Akeem Robinson

Our good friend, Akeem Robinson , sits down with us on this episode to discuss his new roll as the…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 022 | Mike Sanders

Mike Sanders is a Human Performance & Wellness Coordinator for Army Special Forces. He details how he chooses personnel for…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 021 | Flo

Justin Schwind sits down with US Special Forces Advanced Skills Instructor, Flo, to break down his career and what motivated…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 020 | Darien Pyka

Darien Pyka, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at USC and certified strength and conditioning specialist, shares her passion for the…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 018 | Angie Brambley-Moyer

Continuing our highlight of women leaders in the world strength & conditioning, this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 016 | Sarah Ramey

Dive into Coach Ramey's journey with coach Schwind and learn more about her journey, and coaching philosophy! She is the…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 014 | Zac Woodfin

Dive into Coach Woodfin 's journey and learn more about his philosophy and culture in this Episode! Hosted by Justin…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 013 | Greg Piteo

This Episode features Coach Greg Piteo hosted by Anthony Grasso. Coach Piteo is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 012 | Lucas White

With a journey like Lucas', you do not want to miss this week's Episode! Matt Tometz hosts Lucas White, Assistant…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 011 | Tanner Maher

Episode 011 features Florida Gator's Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Football, Tanner Maher . Hosted by Darius Ducré.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Leadership, Culture & Communication Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 024 | Clete Mcleod

Clete McLeod sits down with Nate Barry on this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective to discuss his love…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coaches Collective Episode 6 Yancy Mcknight

Episode 006 features Coach Yancy McKnight, the Head Strength and Conditioning for Football at the University of Texas! We get…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coaches Collective Episode 5 Kent Morgan

Episode 005 features Coach Kent Morgan , Director of Sport Performance at the University of West Florida ! The Argos…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coaches Collective Episode 8 Don Decker

Coach Don Decker joins the Samson Strength Coach Collective to discuss New Mexico State sports performance, CSCCa leadership, mentorship, and…

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026