program building

S03|E258 Embracing the Director Role | Johnny Fabrizius
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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 Florida State University. The conversation explores relationship building, emotional intelligence, delegation, and how effective leaders stay connected with their staff while managing the demands of a high-level athletic department.
June 17, 2026
S02|E238 Building from Scratch with Blaine Johnson | Samson Strength Coach Collective
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S02|E238 Building from Scratch with Blaine Johnson | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode, we sit down with Blaine Johnson, Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance at Rider University, to talk about building a strength and conditioning program from the ground up. Blaine shares how mentorship shaped his path, what it took to earn buy-in across 25 varsity teams, and how learning to adapt with limited equipment helped him grow as a coach and leader.
June 17, 2026
S02-E205 Building a Strength & Conditioning Department with Dakota Wilson
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S02-E205 Building a Strength & Conditioning Department with Dakota Wilson

Dakota Wilson, Director of Athletic Performance at Ouachita Baptist University, shares his journey from player to coach and the process of building a strength and conditioning department from scratch. He discusses mentorship, coach buy-in, and the foundational training philosophy that drives his program.
June 17, 2026
E084: Leo Totten (Totten Training Systems, LLC)
E084: Leo Totten (Totten Training Systems, LLC) Program Building & OperationsStrength Coach Podcast

E084: Leo Totten (Totten Training Systems, LLC)

In this episode, Leo Totten of Totten Training Systems, LLC joins me to share his journey through the world of weightlifting, and his thoughts on giving back to the sport that gave him so much. We cover topics such as mentorship, leadership, coaching philosophies, and what it truly means to be an "expert" or "master" of your craft. Leo provides incredible wisdom and insight in this one; enjoy! https://youtu.be/wf3McQloyrU
June 17, 2026
E102: DeJuan Hathaway (Human Performance Director and Program Manager)
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E102: DeJuan Hathaway (Human Performance Director and Program Manager)

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, DeJuan Hathaway joins us to tell his story. DeJuan is the Human Performance Director and Program Manager at the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron. He provides incredible insight that will prompt any listener to really search for what allows us to have the biggest impact in our current space. DeJuan is a great guy and his thoughtful words make this episode a great one! https://youtu.be/FD6UANhjP88
June 17, 2026
E098: Scott Caulfield (Director of Strength and Conditioning
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E098: Scott Caulfield (Director of Strength and Conditioning

In this episode of The Samson Strength Coach Collective, Scott Caulfield joins us to discuss his journey and provide some education stemming from his experience working with the NSCA. Scott is now the Director of Strength and Conditioning for Norwich University Athletics. For those of you who are concerned with the current state of the industry, low-paying jobs in strength and conditioning, licensure, and all other factors that seem to be prominent in conversations in the field, this episode is for you! https://youtu.be/y5ExsdfNotU
June 17, 2026
E097: Kade McGee (Director of Strength and Conditioning
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E097: Kade McGee (Director of Strength and Conditioning

Kade McGee joins us to have a conversation about what it truly means to provide an environment built around education for your athletes. Kade is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at American Christian Academy in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He has been through an incredible journey on his way to finding the position that is right for him, and he breaks down the approach he has taken to make an impact in the community he works in. https://youtu.be/n0hRnDw5L9I
June 17, 2026
E090: Jared Heumann (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach)
E090: Jared Heumann (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach) Program Building & OperationsStrength Coach Podcast

E090: Jared Heumann (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach)

In this episode, Jared Heumann joins us to discuss his most recent promotion to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UTPB (University of Texas Permian Basin). Jared brings quite the story with him regarding his journey through strength and conditioning, in addition to how he approaches developing relationships with his players and support staff! Jared provides great insight to anyone who is young in this industry and looking for ways to identify/chase your passion! He's hungry for more and you'll see why in this episode! Enjoy! https://youtu.be/q_rmPFJrWEA
June 17, 2026
082: John Patrick (Strength Coach and Department Chair)
082: John Patrick (Strength Coach and Department Chair) Program Building & OperationsStrength Coach Podcast

082: John Patrick (Strength Coach and Department Chair)

In this episode, John Patrick uses his vast experience and insight to provide us with a different lens to look through when trying to impact lives in the world of strength and conditioning. John talks to us about how the field has changed since the time he began coaching, and how he plans to re-shape the way we view physical preparation in his current role of Strength Coach and Department Chair for Physical Education/Human Performance at George Walton Academy in Monroe, GA! https://youtu.be/QGFtzRJVssM
June 17, 2026
E073 - Sal Alosi (Owner / Head Coach at Fortitude Gym)
E073 – Sal Alosi (Owner / Head Coach at Fortitude Gym) Program Building & OperationsStrength Coach Podcast

E073 – Sal Alosi (Owner / Head Coach at Fortitude Gym)

Sal Alosi, who is the Owner and Head Coach at Fortitude Gym in Chandler, Arizona joins us to discuss the specific successes and failures he experienced throughout his journey as an intern, to an NFL Head Strength Coach. He also dives deep into navigating administrators in the interview process, and his thoughts on the current state of industry.   https://youtu.be/kdBjvj08wtI  
June 17, 2026
Samson Strength Coach Collective: E056 - Sean Conaty (Oregon State University)
Samson Strength Coach Collective: E056 – Sean Conaty (Oregon State University) Program Building & OperationsStrength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E056 – Sean Conaty (Oregon State University)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8V8WAXE7o9s&list=PLxq_OWThB2iSscx30C1qEisoHmOQRJ5Fp&index=53 In this episode, Sean Conaty, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Oregon State Men's Basketball takes us through the various challenges involved with taking on director roles in strength and conditioning, the balance of respecting the thoughts of those who came before you while implementing your own vision, and how coaches can continue to set themselves up for elevated administrative roles in the future.
June 17, 2026