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Becoming Uncommon Exploring the uncommon journey to greatness. Becoming Uncommon dives into the habits, mindsets, and experiences that set extraordinary people apart. Host Christopher Richardson sits down with industry leaders, coaches, and innovators who are charting new paths in leadership, performance, and personal growth. Each episode uncovers unique practices for inspiring others, building resilience, and leading with purpose—along with educational insights that challenge you to think, act, and live uncommon.
Episodes
Becoming Uncommon Podcast and focuses on Charlie Torres' coaching philosophy and journey.
Charlie Torres has built a reputation as more than a basketball trainer he's a coach dedicated to developing complete athletes on and off the court.
In this episode of the Becoming Uncommon Podcast, we sit down with Charlie to explore the journey that shaped his coaching philosophy, the lessons he's learned working with athletes ...
From Track Star to CEO: Urina Harrell's Uncommon Journey | Becoming Uncommon Podcast
What happens when the identity you've spent your entire life building suddenly changes?
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with Urina Harrell, CEO of VoxPop Branding, former Duke University student-athlete, Serra High School Hall of Famer, and one of the most thoughtful leaders I've had the opportunity to interview.
Our conversation expl...
How do you separate evidence-based coaching from social media myths?
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with speed coach Brett Morse, whose science-backed approach to athletic development has helped thousands of athletes and coaches rethink how speed, strength, and performance are built.
Brett shares his journey from collegiate hurdler and long jumper to full-time online performance coach, while discussing what actually...
From All-American to Administrator | Becoming Uncommon with Alexis Crimes
What does it take to evolve from an elite athlete to an impactful leader?
In this episode of *Becoming Uncommon*, I sit down with Alexis Crimes, former All-American volleyball player, national champion, professional athlete, coach, administrator, and mother, to explore the lessons learned throughout her remarkable journey in sport and leadership...
What separates elite athletes from everyone else?
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Chris Richardson sits down with performance coach and physical therapist Dr. Ben Moxness of THP Strength to explore the science and practice behind athletic development.
From his journey as a JUCO basketball player chasing the dream of Division I athletics to becoming one of the most respected voices in performance training, Ben shares power...
In this solo episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Chris Richardson reflects on the successes, challenges, and lessons learned throughout the 2026 season.
From advancing athletes to championship competition to navigating the realities of modern college athletics, this episode explores what it means to develop people—not just performers.
Topics include:
- Lessons from the 2026 Cerritos season
- The evolution of coa...
On this special episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Olympic Gold Medalist and one of the greatest long jumpers of all time, Brittney Reese.
From dominating the world stage to now leading the next generation as a jumps coach at Long Beach State, Brittney shares the mindset and moments that shaped her legendary career. We dive deep into how she developed her “clutch gene” — the ability to rise when...
Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Featuring Jebreh Harris
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Jebreh Harris, a respected coach and leader whose impact extends far beyond the track.
🔗 Learn more about Jebreh Harris:
https://athletics.apu.edu/staff-directory/jebreh-harris/545
Coach Harris dives deep into what it truly means to lead individuals—not just athletes. He shares powerful insights ...
Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Meet a Falcon Edition
Featuring Logan Smith | Cerritos College Decathlete
In this special Meet a Falcon episode, Coach Richardson sits down with Cerritos College decathlete Logan Smith — a true embodiment of what it means to become uncommon.
Logan’s journey didn’t start on the track… it started on the soccer field. Growing up as a soccer player, he discovered a new passion in t...
Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Magnolia (Howell) Lafleur
Authenticity, Art, and Extending a Professional Running Career
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with former teammate and longtime friend Magnolia (Howell) Lafleur (@magnolia.aotr) — professional athlete, artist, and creative spirit.
Magnolia shares her powerful journey of staying authentic while pursuing elite sport. Fro...
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with Sean Furey — 2x Olympian, 2x World Championships competitor, 3x USA National Champion, Dartmouth Academic All-American, coach, and mechanical engineer.
Sean shares his incredible journey from Massachusetts to Dartmouth, from engineering to elite javelin, and from chasing big dreams to becoming one of the top javelin throwers in the United States. This conver...
What does it take to become uncommon?
In this powerful episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Andy Sythe, retired longtime Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Long Beach State University.
Coach Sythe built more than winning programs — he built leaders.
In this conversation, we dive into:
The true meaning of leadership and how to develop it over time
The impact of fathe...
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with two powerhouse humans: Josue Louis (professional decathlete + high-performance & identity strategist) and Ashley Ann Lora-Louis (eczema patient advocate, consultant, and community builder).
Josue shares how identity comes before achievement—how he started speaking “world champion” into existence months before training, and how he now ...
What if the difference between good and great isn’t talent… but the way you think?
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with mental performance coach Jake Lee, founder of Inner Edge Performance, to unpack a truth every coach, parent, and athlete needs to hear:
Master your mind, and you master your ability to be successful.
Jake earned his Master’s in Sport & Exercise Psycholo...
Becoming Uncommon Podcast – Travis Geopfert Episode Description
What does it actually take to build a program that produces Olympians, Bowerman winners, and NCAA champions—year after year?
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with Travis Geopfert, the new Director of Track & Field / Cross Country at Kansas State Wildcats and one of the most respected jumps and multi-events coaches in the world.
With 22 year...
From Downey High to the Hall of Fame | The Journey Unseen 5110 BECOMING UNCOMMON w/ Larry Cunningham
YouTube Description — Becoming Uncommon Podcast
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, I sit down with a UC Riverside Hall of Fame basketball player, a former college and professional athlete, and one of my longest friends going all the way back to our days at Downey High School.
This isn’t just a sports conversation. It’s a life conversation.
We talk about growing up through sports, how family shaped the journey, and...
Becoming Uncommon | Meet a Falcon ft. Dr. Lily Trinh
In this powerful Meet a Falcon episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Dr. Lily Trinh—former Cerritos College hurdler turned future physician and global mentor.
Lily competed in hurdles at Cerritos College from 2011–2012 after graduating from Fountain Valley High School. Following Cerritos, she transferred to University of California, Irvine as a ...
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Richardson sits down with Team USA heptathlete Michelle Atherley—a NCAA pentathlon national champion, elite combined-events competitor, and one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices on what it really takes to thrive.
Michelle’s journey is unreal: South Florida → Port Charlotte High School → Auburn → University of Miami, where she built into a champion and earned h...
Too many athletes have the physical tools to succeed — but crumble when the pressure hits.
They train their bodies relentlessly, yet no one teaches them how to manage nerves, reset after mistakes, or trust themselves when it matters most.
In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, Coach Christopher Richardson sits down with André Chapman Jr., founder of Winning Edge Performance, to break down why mindset isn’t ...
In this powerful episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Aryianna Faircloth, Rionna Wallace, and Jazzmine Davis — state champions, school record holders, and members of a regional-record-setting 4x100m relay at Cerritos College.
Together, they reflect on a season that tested them physically, mentally, and emotionally. From injuries and pressure to expectations and personal doubt, this wasn’t just a champio...
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