The Coach Mark Gottfried Show
Coach Mark Gottfried brings you conversations of successful people and the decisions they made along the way of their lives, to inspire, encourage and motivate us in our own lives. I want to give you a front row seat to these stories.
Episodes
July 10, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode of the Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Adam Breneman, former college football star turned media personality and entrepreneur. Adam shares his journey from playing tight end at Penn State and UMass, overcoming injuries, and transitioning into a successful broadcasting career. The conversation dives into lessons learned from top coaches, the importance of positivity and attention to deta...
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June 26, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of the Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with legendary running back Marcus Dupree for an inspiring and candid conversation. Marcus shares stories about his upbringing in Philadelphia, Mississippi, his extraordinary high school career, and his journey through college football at Oklahoma. The two discuss recruiting, overcoming challenges, lessons learned, and the powerful influence of family and c...
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June 19, 2025 • 53 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with legendary basketball coach Jim Larrañaga for a deep dive into his remarkable career. Jim shares stories from growing up in the Bronx, his influences from iconic coaches, and the journey through Bowling Green. Jim also discusses George Mason’s historic Final Four run, and his successful tenure at Miami. The two explore changes in college athletics,...
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June 12, 2025 • 45 mins
On this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with Kalen DeBoer, the head football coach at the University of Alabama. They dig into Coach DeBoer's journey from a small town in South Dakota to leading one of college football’s most storied programs. DeBoer shares insights on transitioning between coaching jobs, building winning teams, recruiting in the SEC, and the challenges of following a legend...
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May 29, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode of the Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with longtime friend and UCLA Women’s Basketball Head Coach, Cori Close. They discuss Cori’s journey from assistant coach to building one of the nation’s premier programs, her coaching philosophy shaped by mentors like Coach John Wooden, and the importance of character, growth, and purpose in leadership. The conversation also delves into the evolving landsc...
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May 22, 2025 • 58 mins
In this episode of the Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with Chris Hetherington, an 11-year NFL veteran and current CEO of Fathead. Chris shares his unconventional journey from a small town in Connecticut to the Ivy League at Yale, and ultimately to a successful career in the NFL as an undrafted player. He opens up about the importance of grit, leadership, overcoming setbacks, and the lessons learned from playin...
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May 1, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with Angela Gargano, a former college gymnast, American Ninja Warrior, fitness coach, and keynote speaker. Angela reveals how she accidentally found herself competing on American Ninja Warrior and describes the thrill of embracing the sport and community. She opens up about her devastating ACL injury on the show, the identity crisis that followed, and her p...
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April 24, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable career. Steinberg shares how he got started in the industry, what it takes to build trust and represent top athletes, and the core values that have guided him for decades. They discuss the competitiveness of recruiting, Steinberg’s experiences with NFL draft nights...
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April 17, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with renowned sports media personality Colin Cowherd for a candid and wide-ranging conversation about Cowherd’s journey from small-town beginnings to national stardom. Colin shares insights on his work ethic, the evolution of sports media, building trustworthy relationships with sources, and the challenges of delivering strong opinions in the public eye. Th...
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April 10, 2025 • 77 mins
In this episode of the The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with the legendary Sonny Vaccaro. Known for his monumental impact on basketball, Vaccaro shares stories of his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a pivotal figure in the sports industry. He discusses his role in signing Michael Jordan to Nike, the founding of the Dapper Dan Roundball Classic, and his influence on young basketball stars like Kobe...
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April 3, 2025 • 57 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried reunites with his long-time friend and rival, Rick Stansbury. Both delve into their storied past, reminiscing about the fierce basketball rivalry between Alabama and Mississippi State, two programs they led with passion and tenacity. Through anecdotes and laughter, they explore memorable games, recruitment battles, and the evolution of college basketball. Their mutua...
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March 27, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, coach Mark Gottfried interviews Antoine Pettway, head coach at Kennesaw State and former Alabama standout. They reminisce about Alabama's basketball achievements, including reaching the Final Four and Pettway's journey from unranked walk-on to key team player. Pettway shares how his upbringing instilled a strong work ethic, contributing to his successful career. They discuss pivotal...
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March 20, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes Mackenzie Brooks, a sports betting analyst from CBS. They dive into Mackenzie’s unique journey from Philadelphia to the University of Georgia, her transition into the sports betting industry, and the dynamics of analyzing and predicting sports outcomes. The discussion covers the intricacies of being a sports analyst, dealing with betting pressures, and ...
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March 6, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried hosts Toby Bailey, a former UCLA basketball star and national champion. They delve into Toby's phenomenal freshman year, highlighting his standout national championship performance and impressive career. Toby shares insights on playing alongside legendary players, his unique family influence, and the camaraderie forged with past UCLA legends. They discuss the ev...
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February 27, 2025 • 66 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, host Coach Mark Gottfried welcomes former University of Alabama basketball standout Richard Hendrix. They explore Richard's basketball journey, from being a highly sought-after high school recruit facing choices like Alabama and North Carolina, to his impactful collegiate career and transition to professional basketball. Richard reflects on his time on campus, the importance of fami...
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February 13, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried interviews Kiki VanDeWeghe, celebrated UCLA alumnus, NBA player, and executive. They reflect on their shared experiences at UCLA, discuss the importance of fundamentals in basketball, and explore Kiki's remarkable career, including his transition from player to coach and executive. They also delve into the evolution of the NBA, highlighting the influence of inte...
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February 6, 2025 • 61 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with his longtime friend Seth Greenberg, an ESPN broadcaster and former successful Division 1 college basketball coach. They discuss Seth's journey from a passionate ten-year-old influenced by his father's LIU coach, Claire Bee, to a renowned coach himself. The conversation covers pivotal moments in Seth's career, the impact of the Five Star basketball...
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January 30, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode of The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, host Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with influential soccer entrepreneur Brett Johnson. Brett shares his journey in the world of soccer, from his early experiences in London to his involvement with various clubs like Phoenix Rising, Ipswich, and most recently, the Rhode Island Football Club (RIFC). The discussion delves into Brett's vision for expanding soccer in the U.S., the signi...
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January 9, 2025 • 56 mins
Coach Mark Gottfried sits down with legendary NFL coach Bruce Arians. Arians delves into the mindset of elite players like Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, shares impactful anecdotes, and critiques modern football's situational challenges. Reflecting on his coaching philosophy of "coach them hard and hug them later," Arians recounts his coaching journey, from Temple to the NFL, emphasizing mentorship and family. With insights on key p...
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December 3, 2024 • 38 mins
Auburn Basketball head coach, Bruce Pearl, joins Mark Gottfried on The Coach Mark Gottfried Show. They dive into the complexities of NIL and player compensation, with Pearl advocating for annuities and fair financial distribution within the NCAA. Pearl credits SEC's success to past investments and highlights Auburn's unique, values-driven community. Reflecting on his journey from Division 2 to the pinnacle of college sports, Pearl ...
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