The Unspoken Arena

Introducing our first guest of Season 3....Joseph Smalzer!  Joe graduated from Loyola University of Chicago  where he was a DI National Championship and 3x All American.  His personal expectation post college athletics was to give back to a world that has given him so much. Outside of work he spends as much time as he can with his wife and daughter,  being heavily involved with volunteering in underprivileged communities. Together they started a non-profit with a mission to find people and organizations that are changing the world and sharing their stories. Joe dives into his collegiate experience, his professional playing career, and his wisdom and insight on giving back to the world. We know you will enjoy this conversation and learn a lot from an incredible wise and beautiful human!Connect with Joe & Greater Than Zero Percent.- Website: https://www.gtzp.org/- Instagram: @greaterthanzeropercent- Facebook: Greater Than Zero Percent-Podcast: Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com

 This episode we will take you through our biggest takeaways from episodes 1-18, and what we loved most about each. So if you haven't been able to catch them all, or if this is your first time joining us, this episode will give you a good idea on what we have been diving into this season! We have had SO MANY incredible guests come on and share their stories, and passions, and their own version of unspoken topics in their journey through sport. We hope you enjoy, and thank you so much for listening! Coming soon: SEASON 3!! Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com

Former student athlete turned paralegal. Taylor Henry went through it all during her 4 years as a NCAA D2 college volleyball player. Connect with Taylor:Instagram: taylorhenry10Connect with Us:Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcas

Connect with Callie:Instagram: calliepaddockConnect with Us:Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcas

Dr. Chelsi Day is a licensed psychologist who specializes in clinical sport psychology. She was a diver at Miami University where her team was very successful during her time as a student-athlete. Chelsi has worked in a private practice setting with high school, Olympic, and professional athletes, in college counseling settings, and was the director of counseling and sport psychology at Indiana University before she joined the staff at Ohio State in the fall of 2019.We had the pleasure of sitting down and virtually speaking with Chelsi about this generation of collegiate student athletes; also known as "gen z", and she enlightened us on so much knowledge regarding this generation, how they think, how they learn and communicate, what matters most to them, and why they operate the way that they do. A very important episode for coaches, individuals that work with those that fall into generation z, and even student athletes themselves - because at the end of the day, all they really want is to be seen, and heard.Thank you, Dr. Chelsi Day. 

What happens when life gets a little bit stressful? Or hard to manage? How do you cope, handle, and manage stress in your day to day life? This episode, we talk about how we cope and manage stress when things get heavy and overwhelming. Our remedies may not work for everyone, however talking about stress is something that is a stress reliever in itself. We hope you find some tools, ideas, or even just peace of mind in this conversation, and peace amongst whatever chaos you are enduring. 

Kyle Baumgartner is a former collegiate women's basketball player, who has had to pivot and adjust throughout life, while moving all across the globe. Now in the corporate world, Kyle has had to learn, grow, and figure out how to be a strong, female presence following life after collegiate athletics. Kyle is very passionate about the wholistic self discovery process, although it hasn't been easy throughout the duration of her life. Prioritizing her mental health and learning from all of her experiences thus far, she is here to give advice and tell her story. Kyle is a dear friend of ours, and always will be, and we are very thankful that she took the time to connect with us, be apart of a vulnerable space, and touch the lives of individuals around the world. Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcas

Introducing April Houston. A former Division 1 athlete talks all things social justice and how this topic has directly impacted her throughout her time as a student athlete. Connect with April & Advance Social Justice:- Website: blacklivesmatter.com https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/black-owned-business-guide-n1258948- Instagram: @april_houston3Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcas

Meet our next guest, Sydney Umeri.  College basketball star from The University of Virginia & University of Kansas. Now creator & founder of Retired College Athletes.  In this episode we dive into her story of she navigated living up to the expectations of being the #1 recruit in the nation. Along with how she has overcome the challenges of transferring & retiring from college athletics. Sydney is beyond inspiring & truly a beautiful soul which is why she was a perfect guest for our show. Connect with Sydney & Retired College Athletes:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- Twitter: @RCAathletes- LinkedIn: Retired College Athletes- Email: retiredcollegeathletes@gmail.comConnect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcas

Allie Clifton is a sports journalist and former college basketball player who is currently the TV pregame host for Los Angeles Lakers telecasts on Spectrum SportsNet, after previously serving as Cleveland Cavaliers sideline reporter for Fox Sports Ohio.In this episode you will have the  opportunity to learn from and listen to a former college basketball player turned NBA sideline reporter. Allie carved time out of her crazy, beautiful life to sit down with us and discuss her journey, what she values most in life and how she has grown over the years on the court and on the sidelines at the highest level. Sit back and enjoy the unforgettable advice and words of wisdom that Allie brings to this conversation. This is one you won't forget .Connect with AllieInstagram: @al.cliftonTwitter: @realAcliftonPodcast: @roadtrippin Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Introducing our next guest,  Mackenzie St.  Onge!  Mac is a recent graduate of Dartmouth College where she majored in psychology and played both ice hockey and rugby.  Spending majority of her life as a multi-sport athlete, finding herself on the sideline on multiple occasions:  first when she finished her collegiate hockey career, and the second when she broke her collarbone playing rugby. In our episode we talk about how she felt isolated, frustrated, and lost in many moments in he career and how starting the conversation about these thing brought her a great sense of peace that she was not alone.. The more she started the conversation, the more questions came up on how all athletes should navigate everyday things like diet and exercise, as well as the bigger topics like identity, purpose, and self-growth outside of our sports. With those conversations Mac created The Sideline Perspective as a way to bring all together – both as athletes and people – to create a supportive community for answering these questions.  Not only does she dive into her story in this episode, but she dives into some answers to the many questions we all face from the sideline. We greatly were inspired by Mac & know you will be after listening to this episode too.Connect with Mac & The Sideline Perspective Instagram: @thesidelinepersepctive  @m.stonge12 Podcast: The Sideline PerspectiveWebsite: https://thesidelineperspective.com/ Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Danielle Davis wears many hats. From former collegiate volleyball player, she has made stops in the collegiate volleyball world, and club world, but is also involved in strength; of the body, mind, and soul. In addition to her involvement with the game of volleyball, Danielle is a soul empowerer - and is passionate about understanding how her being works both inside and out. She shares with us her journey of self discovery, spiritual discovery, and the evolution of her mind and her heart. Her perspectives are so valuable, and have the ability to relate to so many facets of life. So take a deep breath, and settle into the wisdom of Danielle Davis. Connect with Danielle:Instagram: @sunnidee_Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

June is Pride Month - a month for the LGBTQ community to celebrate past hardships and current victories. This episode we dive into what pride month means to us, some fun facts about the journey that the LGBTQ community has experienced, and how allies can really step up during this month especially. Celebrate love. Celebrate pride. Celebrate the continued push for equality. Love. Acceptance. Support. A safe space....to you, and to all, always.Happy Pride, beautiful humans.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Introducing Kelsey Robinson, an Illinois native, University of Nebraska alum, and currently one of the world's best professional volleyball players. Kelsey has dominated the sport globally, including her performance to help Team USA to a bronze medal in the 2016 Olympic games.  In our conversation Kelsey discusses the ins and outs of her playing career and what it took for her to succeed at the level that she has.  From her youth playing at Sports Performance, to competing at 2 big time college programs, and now as a professional athlete & Olympian. She talks us through some of her most impacting moments along with the many trials she faced & has overcome on her athletic journey. Kelsey gets real about her personal struggles with self worth, confidence, food and body-image,  and finding her identity outside of being an Olympic Volleyball player.  Kelsey is not only a positive role model to millions,  but someone we can call a friend and inspiration to us as well.  We hope you enjoy our conversation with the very special guest and beautiful human, Kelsey Robinson.Connect with Kelsey:Instagram: @krobin32Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpaaQExblIybv2f-GX3vEqwWebsite: https://www.teamusa.org/usa-volleyball/athletes/kelsey-robinsonConnect with Us:Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Paola Ferrario is a former collegiate volleyball player that travelled all the way from Italy to play volleyball in the United States. She is here to share with you her experience of making that big move, what she was expecting of the college experience vs what her reality actually was, and her biggest takeaways from being a college athlete. There are a lot of obstacles that international student athletes face, and Paola provides feedback and advice that all coaches and athletes will be able to learn from.Connect with Paola!Instagram: @paolaferraConnect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Please join us in this episode to welcome our good friend, former D1 Basketball Player, University of Michigan Alum,  now established high school, collegiate and NBA coach; Jay Shunnar.  Connect with Jay:Instagram: @jay_shunnar Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

We are honored to open Season 2 with special guest Sydney Cummings. In this episode we learn about what has driven her passion for inspiring the world through health & fitness.  In out conversation she dives into her successful athletic career as a D1 track athlete as well as her personal and career journey that required much perseverance.  Despite the loss of her brother at a young age, and surviving an act of gun violence while leaving her fitness studio, Sydney is the definition of "serving others" and using her toughest moments in life to leave a legacy on the world.  Each day she provides daily workout videos for free on YouTube to over 1 million subscribers and her platform is continuing to grow. Her passion for life, health, and connecting with others around the world is the reason she made a perfect first guest for Season 2 of The Unspoken Arena. Enjoy, and make sure to connect and workout with Sydney at the links below!  Connect with Sydney! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVQJZE_on7It_pEv6tn-jdAWebsite: https://www.royalchange.fit/Instagram: @sydneycummings Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Welcome Back Listeners, Season 2 is here!Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com

Hello beautiful humans!! Welcome to the Season 1 Finale of The Unspoken Arena podcast! This episode we will take you through our biggest takeaways from episodes 2-19, and what we loved most about each. So if you haven't been able to catch them all, or if this is your first time joining us, this episode will give you a good idea on what we have been diving into this season! We have had SO MANY incredible guests come on and share their stories, and passions, and their own version of unspoken topics in their journey through sport. We hope you enjoy, and thank you so much for listening! Coming soon: SEASON 2!! Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com

Hello beautiful humans! This episode we were honored to speak with former collegiate athlete, Cara Park, and learn about her journey from high school to college; specifically her unique experience of having to medically disqualify from the game of volleyball her freshman year of college. Cara opened up to us and shared her moments of struggle, how she was able to overcome the toughest times, her remedies and most helpful resources, and positive takeaways from her experience. She also provides some very valuable advice to coaches, and players who may be experiencing similar situations to hers both physically and mentally. This episode was an emotional one, as Cara is very passionate when it comes to athletes being treated as people, above all else. There is no doubt she will touch the hearts of anyone who is listening. So with that being said, it is my pleasure to introduce Cara Park.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com  Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Meg Zasada is a former Division 1 volleyball player,  turned business woman and coach, who has been able to use her challenging experience as a collegiate athlete to help her find identity and growth within herself.  In this episode, we dive deep into her athletic career and how the reality of playing Division 1 volleyball did not at all meet her expectations.  While she felt physically prepared for the experience, she quickly realized she was not mentally or emotional prepared for all that came with being an athlete at that level. Meg was extremely vulnerable and honest in our conversation with how she did or did not handle the adversity well and also how that is impacted the incredible strong woman and coach she is today.  Athletes & coaches can learn a lot from here story and how we can all be better equipped to handle the highs of lows of college athletics. Welcome to our episode of Expectation vs. Reality featuring Meg Zasada.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com  Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Part 2 of our "Life After Sport" series where we dive into some remedies that helped us handle the many realities that hit us after we hung up the jersey and had to leave the college game. Often times as college athletes, we take the game and the opportunities and the memories for granted. We take the way our life is, and what comes with being an athlete, for granted. And while there are many highs, and also many lows, there are quite a few things that we don't realize will transpire, once we hang up the jersey and step into the real world. So, based on the experiences that both of us have had, we are here to share with you how we managed those realities from our athletes and now what we have seen as collegiate coaches. The best is yet to come after sport and we are honored to help you through that transition. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.comDisclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Introducing Matt DePauw,  a former male collegiate volleyball player who has made the transition into a D1 NCAA Volleyball Coach. He is one of the most personable human we know and is so passionate about instilling a comfortable space for anyone that crosses his path. We dive deep into his experience of transitioning from a player to a coach, his coming out story, and how he mentally overcame being a gay male athlete and what he values most as a coach.  We also learn about the moments in his life of self discovery, as well as advice that he has for individuals that may be experiencing similar bumps in the road. We hope you enjoy our episode with the very special Matt DePauw!Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.comDisclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast.

Introducing our first athletic trainer on the show, Shanice Johnson. Shanice has some incredible experience and insight from being an athletic trainer at the collegiate, and professional levels.  Shanice has taken on major roles within the WNBA and NBA ; and our conversation covers the many unspoken topics that someone in her field may experience along with what it is really like to work with athletes of that level.  We dive into the crazy lifestyle of professional sport and the pros and cons that come with an athletic trainers job. Her positive perspective and  "go getter' mentality is what has allowed her to be the the best of the best in what she does and many can learn great life lessons  from our conversation.  Get ready to understand the importance of the mind and the pressure many face in professional sport! Stay beautiful.Connect with Shanice:Instagram: @shanicesportentities Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

 Part 1 of our "Life After Sport" series where we are sharing realities that hit us after we hung up the jersey and had to leave the college game. Often times as college athletes, we take the game and the opportunities and the memories for granted. We take the way our life is, and what comes with being an athlete, for granted. And while there are many highs, and also many lows, there are quite a few things that we don't realize will transpire, once we hang up the jersey and step into the real world. So, based on the experiences that both of us have had, we are here to share with you some harsh realities that you may experience when it is your time to hang up the jersey, and move on into your next phase of life. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Todays special guest is Victoria Garrick. Victoria is a recent graduate from USC where she was a stand out Division One Athlete and Libero on the women's volleyball team. During her first year she began to see her experience shift when taking notice of her mental health. During her sophomore season as a student athlete , she delivered a TED Talk about her experience and the importance of Mental Health in Athletes , that received many views and a desire for continue conversation around mental health in sport. Since then, Victoria has become a leader in the mental health and body-image advocacy space, starting a non profit " The Hidden Opponent", she has traveled the country speaking on college campuses, hosts a hit podcast, and creates daily content for over 1.0M+ people who follow her on social media.  As current coaches who are also passionate about what she is doing we really were intrigued to get her perspective as a recent graduate and also learn how the athletic community and coaches can continue to better understand what athletes today truly experience. Our conversation touches on some of the darkest moments in her career but also how she has now be an even brighter light for the many others she serves daily. We enjoyed getting to know her and think you will love getting to know more about her in this episode!  We hope you enjoy "Facing the Hidden Opponent" wit Victoria Garrick.Connect with Victoria:Instagram: @victoriagarrick Website: https://www.victoriagarrick.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-pod/id1466166364Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.comDisclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Anna Fluent is a recent Division 1 athlete and graduate who tragically suffered 2 severe knee injuries with the second one leading to the end of her volleyball career.  During her career, Anna was named Nova Cares "Comeback Athlete of the Year"  in 2019 , despite her decision to  honor her mental and physical health  by not competing on the court her final season.  Our conversation with Anna was real and therapeutic for her to share not just the physical side of injury but the mental and emotional impact she faced with her recovery.  We all can gain a lot from hearing her story with how to find the positives in being able to move forward  from a tragic time, and also how she was able to give back those struggling with mental health along the way. Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

In this episode we dive into  the topic of sexuality, specifically some insight of what it means to be a member of the LGBTQ+ community and tips on how to be a better ally.  Being a lesbian, gay, bisexual , transgender, surely isn't normalized. However, it is an area of life that is slowly being talked about more regularly.  With that, we talked about some feelings that members of the LGBTQ+ community might experience in terms of coming out, how important it is to find your circle, and how to do that when you are labeled a minority or still in the closet. This episode puts our love into perspective for those who may not fully understand the lifestyle.  We hope to bring some comfort and relief to those listening that are either closeted or out LGBTQ+ individuals as well as a little education to those who are not members of the community but wish to be a supportive ally.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Alex Wulbecker-Smith is a former D1 athlete who suddenly saw her dreams of playing college softball taken away from her after experiencing a career ending injury. That time ultimately allowed her to see life and sport through many unique lenses.  Her experience drove her passion to purpose by eventually shifting her career path to understanding sport psychology. Today, Alex is a licensed mental health professional specializing in sport, who has been able to help student athletes honor the importance of mental health.  In this episode you will hear how her different perspectives both on and off the field have allowed her to be the counselor and human she is today. You will learn what student athletes struggle with the most and how they can best navigate those issues. Along with what coaches, friends, and family members can do to be better equipped in supporting and caring for others during that time. This is definitely a conversation you wont want to miss! Be ready to take some notes & enjoy!Connect with Alex:Instagram: @coach_wulbecker Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast

Taylor Unroe is a former Division 1 volleyball player from,  turned coach, who also has many other passions including fostering animals, making pasta sauce from scratch, and being a voice for the things and people she cares deeply about. In this episode, we dive deep into her experience of playing high level volleyball, what that was like both physically and mentally, how it shaped her into the woman she is today, and the lessons she was able to take from her experience. We also learn about what she values most in being a coach, as well as her monumental moments of self discovery, and what drives her non volleyball related passions. Welcome to our episode of What Matters Most, featuring Taylor Unroe.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com  Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

In this episode we dive into some of the best practices that have helped us manage and overcome the common struggles we see in todays society (especially in sport) with how to  navigate building a healthy relationship to food and your body.  Negative feelings around these topics can derail even the healthiest of lifestyles. So if you have a fraught relationship with  food,  a history of  dieting, or  have ever struggled with loving your body,  this conversation is for you! Change the Lens Implement intuitive eating  Seek help & talk to someone who understandsAct out of an empowered loving placeFind gratitudeConnect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Introducing the founder and creators of The Virago Project; Taylor Treacy had a vision to use her platform as a former D1 volleyball player from the University Of North Carolina to give back and help women athletes balance life and sport. In this episode you will learn about her biggest mental health trials as a student and professional athlete, what she has seen most women athletes struggle with today, and how  The Virago Project can help. You will also meet Emily Zaslawsky who played alongside Taylor at UNC and learn about her on and off court trials that led her to advocacy. Together they make a great team who are inspiring thousands in the athletic community and you will see why by listening to our conversation! Connect with The Virago Project:Instagram: @theviragoprojectWebsite: https://viragoproject.org/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/viragopod/id1540894190Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com  Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Jake Barreau is a former collegiate volleyball player, now coaching colleague, who was able to open up to us about his early stages of life as a male college athlete as well as how he started getting involved in the coaching side of the game. He also discusses the struggles and stresses he continues to endure on a daily basis but more importantly, how he balances work, life, and love. While he devotes a lot of his time to the game of volleyball, Jake talks about his coming out story and how monumental it is to be exactly who you want to be.  We hope you enjoy beautiful humans!Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.comDisclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

In this uplifting holiday edition episode ; Kassie and Sondra dive into some of the best practices that helped them get through a very tough year.  2020 has been difficult for all of us in our own unique ways and  this conversation briefly dives into just a few of those overarching topics that can help lead to a life of balance and holistic health during a trying time. 1. Reading & Journaling 2.Seeking Additional Help & Support3. Finding new ways to connect with people (safely) 4. Using this time to self reflect and find opportunities to grow5. Sparking creativity Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. Jingle Bells by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution  https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100187Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Lindsey Mango is a former D1 Athlete, now Life Coach & Mindset Expert who is very passionate about helping women create the lives they are obsessed with.  5 years after graduating college Lindsey found herself feeling stuck, facing a disappointing truth that she was settling for the life she was “supposed” to live, instead of the life she knew she was meant to live. After hiring her own coach to help her fulfill her potential, she knew she was meant to coach other women on how to get out of their own way and create the life they want.   In this episode we dive into Lindsey's  athletic journey and talk about about how the mental and physical side of sport impacted her on the court and later in life with her business. We also talked about  her transition into the real world and what common struggles she sees in todays society. Lindsey discusses the power of the human brain and how life and mindset coaching has allowed not just her but so many others to achieve the life they are MEANT to live.Connect with Lindsey:Instagram: @lindseymango_Website: https://lindseymangocoaching.com/Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Kassie Kadera is a former division one athlete, current collegiate coach, and host of The Unspoken Arena Podcast.  This episode encompasses the three phases of Kassie's life; pre college, college, and life after college. You will learn about the foundation of Kassie, her period of self discovery and road to self acceptance, as well as how she defined herself as a player and how she now defines herself as a coach. Kassie will explain impactful moments of her life, moments that lead her to the be the person she is today, and what she is looking forward to most throughout this journey in the Unspoken Arena.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com  Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

Sondra Parys is a former division one athlete, current collegiate coach, and host of The Unspoken Arena Podcast.  This episode encompasses the many phases and impactful transitions of Sondras life ; from her childhood , to college endeavors, to her current self discoveries. You will learn about the foundation of Sondra, the highs and lows she faced battling a chronic disease as a D1 athlete, and how she was able to overcome and find joy in her life and career path now.  Sondra will share many impactful moments of her life,  how she got through them, and what lead her to the be the person, coach and creator she is today.Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast. 

In this episode we begin discussing the many reasons as to why we have created this podcast. Along with what you as a listener can expect to see in our future episodes! Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.com

An uplifting, open podcast for athletes and coaches  desiring to converse, educate, and inspire one another as you hear real stories around the unspoken topics in sport.  Hosted by Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera; former D1 collegiate athletes and now coaches are looking to spread advocacy in sport while discussing the importance of mental health, body image, self discovery, sexuality, and more. Be ready for real conversation, real coaching, and to fill your unspoken arena with real love. Connect with Us!Instagram: @theunspokenarenaTwitter: @unspokenarenaFacebook: The Unspoken ArenaEmail: theunspokenarena@gmail.comLegal Disclaimer: All information provide by "The Unspoken Arena" , Sondra Parys and Kassie Kadera is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use any information received as medical or health advice to treat any condition in either yourself or others. Please consult a healthcare professional before participating in or acting on any recommendation provided by "The Unspoken Area."   This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity , including but not limited to establishing “standard of care."  While we are making every effort to broadcast correct information, no guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of statements made on the podcast.