The Athletic Commute
The podcast created for the car ride to and from your child's athletic event. The Athletic Commute is the go-to resource for parents of youth athletes. Focusing on the critical aspects of sports and athletics, this podcast explores the areas that shape a youth athlete’s development during their playing career. From nutrition and mental health, to physical training and sleep, you’ll get practical tips and advice from top experts on how to empower and support your youth athlete.
Episodes
In this episode, host John Ciampa explores one of the most important and impactful periods of youth soccer: the tryout process. Drawing from years of coaching experience, John breaks down what coaches look for during tryouts. From effort and attitude to decision-making and response to mistakes, this episode gives players and parents a clear understanding of what truly stands out.
The episode also addresses the mental side of try...
The car ride to and from a game might be the most powerful moment in youth sports.
In this episode of The Athletic Commute, host John Ciampa explores how conversations between parents and players before and after competition can shape confidence, emotional regulation, and long-term development.
Featuring real quotes from youth athletes, this episode dives into what actually helps players perform, why timing matters more than content,...
This episode of The Athletic Commute dives into one of the most critical factors in youth sports development: communication. Understanding how athletes talk, lead, and connect on the field can dramatically improve performance, team culture, and overall athletic growth.
Dr. Jen Fry, a leading expert in communication, culture, and conflict in sport, draws from her background as a former athlete, collegiate coach, and global consultant...
Michael Roman, former U.S. Youth National Team player and UCLA/University of Louisville standout, shares insights from his youth journey, college soccer career, professional experience, and his work as a sports performance coach with Racing Louisville FC, Angel City FC, and the U.S. Youth Girls National Teams.
This episode is a must-listen for youth players and parents who want to understand the demands of competitive soccer, lo...
Renee McGregor shares actionable insights on youth athlete nutrition, under-fueling, and how to nurture healthy eating habits without triggering disordered eating. She draws on her work with adolescent athletes, elite performers, and sports organizations to guide parents and athletes toward balanced performance and long-term well-being.
Bruce shares lessons on mindset, embracing failure, and guiding both his own children and Olympic champion Katie LeDecky to the world stage
Richard Gunney, Director of Scouting and Roster Development for NWSL pro team Gotham FC, joins John Ciampa in a discussion on talent identification and skill development in soccer. In this episode you'll learn about what it takes to be a high-performing soccer player and what coaches look for when developing talent and making selections for their roster. Richard's experience as a professional coach and scout provides a special behi...
Leslie Bonci, licensed sports dietitian and nutritionist, joins the Athletic Commute podcast to discuss proper eating habits and dieting for youth athletes. Listen in to learn how to fuel properly to be your best on the field and how to become your own chef in the kitchen with simple, affordable, and good tasting meals.
Kevin Boyle, director of Explosive Performance, joins John Ciampa in a discussion on injury recovery and prevention in youth athletics. In this episode you’ll learn about the influence of sleep, nutrition, and hydration on injuries, the consequences of over training, the debate of specializing too early in sports, and more. Kevin provides several excellent takeaways along with practical advice and stories on his 20+ year career in ...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.