The Gametime Guru

The Gametime Guru

If you're looking for a unique perspective on sports, we'll bring you the content you want. Through interviews with different guests around the sports industry, we are delivering a panoramic view on sports. My goal is to help you see the world of sports through a different lens!

Episodes

October 3, 2025 • 48 mins

How do you rebuild your life when it feels like everything has been stripped away?

In this powerful episode of The Game Time Guru, I sit down with Chad Dunn — former inmate turned CEO & Co-Founder of MOVE Human Performance in Arizona. Chad’s journey isn’t about luck. It’s about grit, discipline, and choosing to keep moving forward one step at a time.

We cover:

  • From BMX racer to football/wrestling → how early identity shaped hi...
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Former Purdue walk-on Jake Thieneman went from last man on the roster to scholarship starter—despite nine surgeries—and earned opportunities with the Giants, Colts, and 49ers (Super Bowl run). In this candid conversation, Jake breaks down the mindset, systems, and discipline that carried him through injuries, depth charts, and cuts. Then he unpacks the identity crash after sport, rebuilding fitness, and why he co-founded All-In Per...

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Exercise scientist and biohacking pioneer PJ Glassey (founder, X-Gym; author, Cracking Your Calorie Code) joins the Gametime Guru to deliver a playbook for busy athletes: morning hydration that actually absorbs, nutrition on the road for tournaments and travel, and a 21-minute, twice-weekly time-under-tension program that builds precision, coordination, and strength without beating up your joints. We also cover brain-type-based dis...

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Former Boston University Division I soccer player Ty Johnson joins me to talk about:

  • The challenges and opportunities in U.S. soccer vs. global systems

  • Club vs. hi...

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Coach Brandon Buck returns to discuss The Edge Leadership Summit, happening September 16–17, 2025 at Boise State University’s Stueckle Sky Center. We dive into:

  • Why leadership events are transformational

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At just 20 years old, Caeden “Prettiest” Scott is already building his name in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC). In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, I get to dive into Caeden’s journey—from his early days in boxing gyms to his undefeated run in bare kn...

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In this episode, I sit down with Coach Tim “Coach Beast” Whitehead—an ESPN award-winning coach who has transformed youth football through his focus on character, culture, and community.

Listeners will gain insights into:

Coaching philosophies that build athletes AND leaders

Why fundamentals like blocking & tackling are the ultimate advantage

How NIL is reshaping youth sports and what parents should know

Travel vs. rec league footba...

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From the grind of JUCO football to the shelves of Amazon’s bestseller list — Nick Peck’s journey is proof that resilience wins.

In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, former college football player and author of Only Way Out shares his incredib...

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In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, we sit down with Shea McClellin — small-town Idaho athlete turned Boise State football star, first-round NFL Draft pick, and Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots.

Shea takes us inside his football journey:

  • His path from Marsing High School to Boise State’s powerhouse teams
  • The challenges and adjustments going from college to the NFL
  • Inside stories from playing with Tom...
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Ever wondered how Olympic National Governing Bodies secure sponsorships—and why they truly need them? This week on The Gametime Guru Podcast, Shane Larson sits down with Rem de Rohan, Chief Revenue Officer at Aggregate Sports, to uncover the behind-the-scenes world of Olympic sponsorships.

From connecting brands with participants, to telling authentic stories that resonate with fans, Rem shares how sponsorships go far beyond just w...

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Your shoes might be killing your performance—and your joints.

In this episode of The Gametime Guru, I get the opportunity to chat with Stuart Jenkins, CEO of Blumaka and veteran footwear innovator, to break down why most insoles fail and how they’re silently contributing to injuries like turf toe, knee pain, and more.

From using recycled foam to building non-slip insoles that NFL and MLB pros now swear by, Blumaka is flipping the s...

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Power Slap: brutal gimmick or rising combat sport? In this episode, Power Slap light heavyweight Mirza Berhamovic joins Shane Larson on The Game Time Guru Podcast to break down the sport that’s got the internet buzzing—and critics divided.

Mirza takes us through his journey from MMA training in Idaho to stepping on stage at the UFC Apex for his first Power Slap bout. From rule breakdowns and fight-week prep to getting rocked (and r...

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Need some motivation today to help you keep going?! Well search no further than here on The Gametime Guru where I speak with Mister Motivation himself, Shaun Murphy. 

Shaun is an accomplished speaker, author, musician and has a life full of adversity and lessons learned. He's now using his platform and knowledge along with his experience, to build others and inspire those who need a 'boost' in life. 

If you want to learn more about...

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What’s the real state of women’s basketball today?

Coach Carson Huelle, former college player turned coach and creator of a fast-growing WNBA fan community, joins The Gametime Guru to break it all down. From the Caitlin Clark effect to the rise of the WNBA and the new Unrivaled league, this conversation covers what makes women’s basketball unique, powerful, and misunderstood.

In this episode, we explore:

The differences (and simila...

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In this inspiring episode of The Gametime Guru, former University of Houston wide receiver Linell Bonner shares his powerful journey from being overlooked in high school to becoming a standout D1 athlete, a published author, and a transformational mentor and speaker.

Key Topics Covered:

  • How Linell didn’t make varsity until his senior year — and why that didn’t stop him
  • What it took to earn a football scholarship at the Univers...
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In this exclusive interview, former Michigan and Ole Miss quarterback Shea Patterson joins me  to deliver raw insights on playing Division I football in both the SEC and Big Ten, adapting to multiple offensive systems, and his journey into the USFL with the Michigan Panthers.

This is from my interview with Shae back in 2022 on the Nations Best Brotherhood Podcast with Nations Best Football. 

🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Wh...

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What do Jerry Maguire, Patrick Mahomes, Troy Aikman, and Warren Moon all have in common? Their stories intersect with Leigh Steinberg, one of the most iconic sports agents in history.

In this episode of The Gametime Guru, Leigh opens up about:

His influence on the movie Jerry Maguire

How elite athletes like Mahomes and Young handle adversity

NIL’s impact on the future of college sports

His unique approach to mentoring athletes on a...

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What’s the current state of club basketball in 2025? In this solo episode of The Gametime Guru, I will dive into the real pros and cons of the modern youth sports scene, particularly club basketball.

Key Questions Answered:

  • Is club basketball worth the cost in 2025?
  • How do club teams help (or hurt) college basketball opportunities?
  • Why are parents spending $10,000+ per season?
  • Are youth tournaments becoming a money grab?
  • What ...
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Today, I interview Ryan Winterswyk, former walk-on turned star defensive end at Boise State, and former NFL player with the Atlanta Falcons.

Ryan talks candidly about:

  • Walking on at Boise State and earning his role
  • Life lessons from Coach Petersen’s program
  • Transitioning to the NFL
  • Becoming a coach and redefining purpose

This episode is about more than football—it's about mindset, resilience, and reinvention. Whether you...

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Thinking about playing football at the next level?

In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, we dive deep into the real-life journey of Carl Pickens, from high school standout to Freshman All-American at Tennessee, to NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year with the Cincinnati Bengals.

This conversation is essential listening for:

🚨 Aspiring college and pro athletes

🚨 High school football players looking to understand the process

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