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Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

S03|E244 Raising the Standard with Dana LeDuc | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode, Dana LeDuc reflects on his journey from world-class shot putter to strength coach at the University of…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E237 Reflections on a Year of Growth with Connor Agnew | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this reflective solo episode,Connor Agnew looks back on the past year—revisiting goals, sharing lessons learned, and discussing how family,…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E234 The Illusion of Choice with Lilly Simon | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we explore “The Illusion of Choice” with Lilly Simon, Assistant Director…

MarketingJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

S02|E225 Developing Financial Wellness with Mike Campagna | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Connor Agnew sits down with Mike Campagna, Financial Advisor and Senior…

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|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

S2 E201: Danny Wirt | The Art of Self Reflection

Self-Reflection and Coaching Growth with Danny Wirt

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E195: Kristoffer Koerper | Full Strength Father

Building Resilience Through Fitness: Koerper shares his journey

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E194: Anthony Cockrill | Disregarding Fear In Order to Succeed

The Strength Behind the Game: A Conversation with Anthony Cockrill

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E191: Connor Agnew | The Episode of Threes

In this reflective episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Connor Agnew reviews his progress in 2024.

Dexter WalkerJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E188: John Bloom | Making Big Changes

On the latest edition of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we speak with John Bloom, owner of Elevated Athlete Development.

Virgil SheltonJune 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

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Assistant Director Of Strength and Conditioning | Ty Curtis | S2 E185

During the episode we discuss how working at the Division 3 level shaped Ty’s career, the importance of training yourself…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E184: Ryan Metzger | Developing Positive Self-Talk

During the episode we discuss her pursuit of an M.B.A, her Olympic lifting career, and some of the biggest challenges…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E183: Connor Schoepp | Chase Development, Not Opportunities

We speak with Owner of Rebuild Performance and Rehab, Connor Schoepp.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E181: Connor Agnew | Self-Determination Theory

During the episode Connor discusses what SDT is, how it can be applied to athletes, and how to

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E178: Jonathan Thompson | Trial By Fire

During the episode we discuss JT’s unique start to his career, how to grow from failure, and how coaches change…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E177: Logan Gibson | Developing Systems

We speak with Associate Director for Strength and Conditioning at Detroit Mercy University, Logan Gibson.

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E169: Caitlin Miller | Getting out of your Comfort Zone

During the episode we discuss the strength coach that inspired Caitlin to enter the field, stepping out of your comfort…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E167: Jeanette Krupp | Stay Strong Krupp

On this episode we discuss “Stay Strong Krupp,” with Coach Jeanette Krupp. a message of hope and spread awareness about…

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 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

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E149: Eric Klein | Director of Sports Performance

Building a Dynamic Coaching Toolbox

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E148: Benton Ford | Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

On the newest episode of The Collective we are joined by Benton Ford. Benton currently serves as the Head Strength…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E143: Corey Bell (Football Performance Assistant Coach)

From Player to Coach

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E142: Connor Agnew (Director of Basketball Performance)

Reflections and Resolutions

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E141: Nick Cidado (Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Preparation Tactics

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E138: Dr. Matt Moore (CMPC)

Mental Skills Training

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E137: Seth Thomsen (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Rep Is Your Reputation

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E136: Morgan Foster (Consultant, TeamWorks)

Weightroom Non-Negotiables

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E135: Christina Chu (Private Sector Sports Dietitian)

Private Sports Dietetics

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E132: Matt Houston (Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Get to the Money

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E131: Sam Whitney (Owner, Align The Grind)

Knowing Your Value

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E130: Bryce Biel (Director of Performance)

Collaboration Crash Course

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

S2 E129: Cristi Bartlett (Director of Strength and Conditioning

Enjoying the Career

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 119: Tess McCain (Director of Olympic Performance Nutrition)

Performance Nutrition Essentials

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 118: Danny Apodaca (Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Making Mentors’ Philosophies Your Own

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 115: Scott Ramsey (Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Providing Quality Internships

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 113: Dan Wirth (Director of Olympic Sports Performance)

The Evolution of Strength and Conditioning

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

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Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 112: Anthony Grasso

End of an Era

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E069 – Tommie Moore (Eastern New Mexico University)

Tommie Moore, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Eastern New Mexico University, shares his path through the strength and conditioning…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E092: Sean Swetnam (Assistant Athletic Performance Coach)

Sean Swetnam, Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at UCLA, shares how his journey shaped the environment he builds for student-athletes. He…

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E110: Derek Ward (Founder of Upward Human Performance)

Derek Ward, Founder of Upward Human Performance, shares his unconventional path to running a private training facility. He discusses overcoming…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

E107: Kendrick Pratt (Strength Coach and Educator)

Kendrick Pratt, strength coach and educator, discusses how vulnerability and competence can work together in professional growth. He and Anthony…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

E105: Kenneth Galletta (Head Coach for Sport Performance and Science)

Kenneth Galletta, Head Coach for Sport Performance and Science, shares his journey in strength and conditioning and reflects on staying…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Career Development & Mentorship Strength Coach Podcast

E103: Nick Mascioli (Director of Athletic Performance

Nick Mascioli, Director of Athletic Performance at The Second Baptist School, shares his journey through strength and conditioning. He discusses…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E102: DeJuan Hathaway (Human Performance Director and Program Manager)

DeJuan Hathaway, Human Performance Director and Program Manager at the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron, shares his story and perspective…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

E101: James Baker Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning

James Baker, Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at Dartmouth College, discusses building personal connections with athletes, showing up as…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

E100: Sergio Merino Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Performance

Sergio Merino, Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Performance at Quinnipiac University, reflects on his strength and conditioning journey, the role…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E098: Scott Caulfield (Director of Strength and Conditioning

Scott Caulfield, Director of Strength and Conditioning for Norwich University Athletics, shares his journey and lessons from work with the…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E097: Kade McGee (Director of Strength and Conditioning

Kade McGee, Director of Strength and Conditioning at American Christian Academy, discusses building an education-centered environment for athletes. He shares…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E096: Edward Williams (Strength Coach and Educator)

Ed Williams, strength coach and educator, reflects on 22 years of training athletes and consulting with coaches. He discusses learning…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E094: Brianna Kanz (Assistant AD for Sport Performance)

Brianna Kanz, Assistant AD for Sport Performance at Santa Clara, shares a wide-ranging conversation about her coaching journey, finding peace…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E93 Chula Loomis (Assistant Strength and Conditioning for Football)

Chula Loomis, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Football at FAU, shares perspective on his journey in the field. He…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

E090: Jared Heumann (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Jared Heumann, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UTPB, discusses his recent promotion and path through strength and conditioning. He…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E088: David Ventress Jr. (Director of Athletic Performance)

David Ventress Jr., Director of Athletic Performance at the University of South Alabama, discusses connecting with athletes and the purity…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

E085: Dallas Skipper (Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach)

Dallas Skipper, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Rice University, shares her journey through strength and conditioning. She discusses the…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Program Building & Operations Strength Coach Podcast

082: John Patrick (Strength Coach and Department Chair)

John Patrick, Strength Coach and Department Chair for Physical Education/Human Performance at George Walton Academy, shares a seasoned perspective on…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

E078 – Don Day (Strength & Conditioning Coach Murray State)

Don Day shares a wide-ranging conversation on the current state of strength and conditioning and finding peace of mind in…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E070 – Nick Greyno (TCU)

Nick Greyno, Strength and Conditioning Coach at TCU, discusses using psychological training to prepare athletes, meeting players where they are,…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E063 – Jason Hettler (IMG Academy)

Jason Hettler, Speed and Agility Coach at IMG Academy, discusses his path through sport performance and how time at ALTIS…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E062 – Jordan Nieuwsma (Elon University)

Jordan Nieuwsma, Assistant Director of Sport Performance at Elon University and author of Reverse Engineering Sport: The 8 Vector System,…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E055 – Joel Reinhardt (University of Massachusetts Amherst)

Joel Reinhardt, UMass Assistant Director of Sport Performance, discusses what it means to reverse-engineer sport. He covers motor-skill emphasis, stress…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E053 – Alex Richard (DME Sports Academy)

Alex Richard, Director of Sport Performance at DME Academy, explains his 5-10% lens on physical preparation for team-sport athletes. He…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 051 – Justin Schwind (Tactical Strength Coach)

Justin Schwind, Tactical Strength Coach, shares his journey into the tactical sector in a conversation hosted by Tom Palumbo. He…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 049 – Daniel Williams (Tactical Strength Coach)

Daniel Williams, Tactical Strength Coach, is featured in a tactical strength and conditioning conversation focused on military performance environments. The…

Virgil SheltonJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 047 – Josh Bonhotal (Future Fit App)

Josh Bonhotal shares his path through human performance, including early career success, landing a dream role, and the search for…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Athlete Development & Performance

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 043 – Tyler Lesher (Florida Atlantic University)

Tyler Lesher, Assistant Athletic Trainer at FAU and former Head ATC and Strength Coach for the Greensboro Swarm, shares his…

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Tactical, Military & Public Safety

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 046 – Tom Palumbo (AFSOC HQ)

Tom Palumbo shares his journey to AFSOC HQ and the coaching philosophy that has guided his career. He discusses the…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 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 Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 042 – Anthony Morando (Altru Health Center)

Anthony Morando, Performance Manager for Altru Performance Center in Grand Forks, shares his journey back to the private sector after…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 041 – Joe Sawicki (Shattuck St.Mary’s School)

Joe Sawicki, Director of Sport Medicine and High Performance Director at Shattuck St. Mary's School, discusses his journey and coaching…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms

Samson Strength Coach Collective – Episode 040: Hayden Baillio (Fraternity of Giants)

Hayden Baillio, Highland Games competitor and former track athlete turned strength coach, shares the path that led him into kinesiology…

Virgil SheltonJuly 20, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Health, Wellness, Nutrition & Recovery

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 032 – Brendon Ziegler (CSU Bakersfield)

Brendon Ziegler, Director of Sport Performance for CSU Bakersfield, discusses his journey, the intangibles of coaching, and return-to-play protocols during…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 2026

Strength Coach Podcast Facilities, Equipment & Weight Rooms

Samson Strength Coach Collective: Episode 035 – Nick Zostautas (UIC)

Nick Zostautas, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Illinois at Chicago, shares a journey built on trusting…

Dexter WalkerJuly 14, 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 017 | Corliss Fingers & James Whitener

Corliss Fingers and James Whitener join the Samson Strength Coach Collective for a conversation centered on athlete development, relationship-based coaching,…

Dexter WalkerJuly 20, 2026

Athlete Development & Performance Strength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coaches Collective Episode 10

Coach Darius Ducré interviews UConn football assistant strength coaches Anthony Grasso and Andrew Smith about performance coaching, communication, culture, and…

Virgil SheltonJune 17, 2026