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An intellectual and fun podcast with two Doctors of Athletic Training, Dr. Donita Valentine & Dr. Brandon Holland Sr. Covering all things athletic training.

Dr. Brandon Holland Sr. & Dr. Donita Valentine


    • May 15, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 1m AVG DURATION
    • 37 EPISODES

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    The TopDat podcast is an absolute gem for anyone who loves a good mix of storytelling, entertainment, and deep conversations. Hosted by the charismatic and hilarious Doc, this podcast never fails to deliver an episode that keeps listeners hooked from start to finish. With incredible guests like Tim Wilkins sharing their amazing stories, there's never a dull moment on this show.

    One of the best aspects of The TopDat podcast is the storytelling. Doc has a knack for taking us on a journey with his words, painting vivid pictures in our minds as he recounts tales from his own life or from the lives of his guests. Whether it's reminiscing about hilarious college experiences or diving into profound personal growth journeys, each story is told in such a captivating way that you can't help but be fully engaged throughout.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the range of topics covered. From funny anecdotes to serious discussions about mental health, relationships, and self-improvement, The TopDat podcast offers something for everyone. It's refreshing to see such variety within one show, as it allows listeners to explore different aspects of life and gain valuable insights along the way.

    Now, onto the worst aspects of The TopDat podcast. While it may be hard to find any major flaws in this show, one minor drawback could be that sometimes episodes tend to run a bit long. Although the engaging content ensures that you won't get bored easily, those who prefer shorter podcasts might find themselves wishing for more concise episodes.

    In conclusion, The TopDat podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone who enjoys good storytelling and thought-provoking discussions. Doc's wit and charm shine through every episode as he navigates various topics with grace and humor. Whether you're tuning in weekly or binge-listening all at once, you're in for a treat with this incredibly entertaining show. So sit back, relax, and let The TopDat podcast take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and insights that will leave you wanting more.



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    TopDat S3E4 - "Your Body is Genuinely All You Have"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 87:58


    Casia Denton, Lily Haeberle, and Mark Hernandez, coaches at F45 Functional Training Gym sit down with the TopDAT Podcast to talk about functional training

    TopDAT S3E3 - "Progress is a Speed"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 65:28


    Dr. Margaret Alston (Pre-Professional Allied Health Program Coordinator, Morgan State University), Dr. Emily Hildebrand (Athletic Training Program Director, Towson University), Mr. Collin Francis (Founder, Baltimore Area Sports Health Initiative), and Ms. Claire McArthur (Morgan State Grad and Current Towson University Student) sit down with Dr. Valentine and Dr. Holland to announce and discuss a GROUNDBREAKING partnership between Morgan State University and Towson University, which removes barriers that have historically hindered minority students who wished to pursue an education, and ultimately, a career in athletic training.

    TopDAT S3E2 - "Future Dr. Evan Bowie"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 42:07


    Evan Bowie is a high school student who is hyper-focused on pursuing and education and career in medicine. He sits down with Dr. Valentine and Dr. Holland to share tell us his story and his goals.

    TopDAT S3E1 - "What's in Your Toolbox"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 69:57


    In the first episode of season 3, Dr. Valentine and Dr. Holland sit down with Dr. Ethan Kreisworth, founder of Black Belt Sprots Medicine @blackbeltsportsmedicine to discuss several topics, ranging from soft tissue mobilization to providing athletic training services for jiu jitsu events. Dr. Kreisworth, who is an industry leader on multiple fronts, drops several nuggets on the current understanding of therapeutic mechanisms associated with approximating tissue via a few products that are currently on the market for athletes and their healthcare providers (athletic trainers).

    Top DAT S2E14 - "The Emergency Action Plan was NOT Followed..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 53:16


    In part 2 of the season finale, Marty McNair describes who he tries to make sense of the factors that lead to the death of his son, Jordan; Andrew Isaacs draws on his experiences as an athlete, a coach, and now, an athletic director, to explain the differences in approaches to critical situations, particularly where there is an predictable increase in risk of harm. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Top DAT S2E13 - "Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 52:20


    Marty McNair and Andrew Isaacs sit down with Dr. Valentine and Dr. Holland for part 1 of the season finale to describe how the toxic culture, inside of a football program contributed to the death of Marty's son, Jordan, who suffered a heat stroke during team conditioning activities. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    S2E12 - "Reunited AT Last!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 53:28


    Dr. Valentine and Dr. Holland talk about going to national conventions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    S2E11 - "To Put It Bluntly..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 81:45


    Dr. Lauren Pacinelli stops by to chat with Dr. Holland and Dr. Valentine to talk about the intersections between cannabis and athletes' wellness and physiology. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    S2E10 - "Not Back to the Old Normal, but a Better Normal..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 53:12


    TopDAT's Literal #1 Fan, Aimee Mendoza, stops by to share the story of how she survived a horrific motor vehicle accident, and how her education as an athletic trainer helped her to understand what she needed to do to maximize her recovery from the injuries she sustained when her car plummeted off a mountain. You all HAVE to hear this one! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    S2E9 - "I Had to Pivot"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 56:13


    Dr. V sits with Dr. H as he describes how he made a way for himself by adjusting his priorities as he learned subtle differences between what he wanted and what he needed; between his dream job and his dream lifestyle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    S2E8 - "If It's Not There, You Have to Create It."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 61:24


    Dr. Angelica McCarthy draws on her experience as an athletic trainer in the performing arts as she shares an incredible perspective on defining new spaces and opportunities to capitalize on a valuable skillset. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    TopDAT S2E7 - "Express Yourself (Athletic Trainers as Physician Extenders"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 81:33


    The TopDAT hosts sit down to have a fun conversation with a great group of athletic trainers from Medstar Health and learn about the roles, responsibilities, pros, and cons of working as physician extenders. Our guests share what a typical day at work in a doctor's office is like and how it differs from our more traditional settings of the sidelines and athletic training rooms. #TopDATPodcast #AthleticTraining #ProvidingCareEverywhere #OwnYourImpact #GetDattedUp #TheStJames #d3athletictrainers #MedStarHealth #Blackpodcasts #TheUnApologeticAT #TheUpLiftAT --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    TopDAT S2E6 - "Don't Be Out of Place (Special Edition)"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 68:48


    Dr. Kendrick Ashton, Co-Founder, and Co-CEO of The St. James Sports, Wellness & Entertainment Complex in Springfield, VA, and his former athletic trainer, Mr. Steve Cole, MAATA President & Principal Agent of Cole Consultant Services, stop by to discuss how Steve saved Kendrick's life and what it was like to team up to overcome a rare, life-threatening condition in a quest to return to athletics. This story was so POWERFUL, that we just couldn't wait until Tuesday. Kendrick walks us through the details of his relationship with Steve as a player before the onset of symptoms, undercover the rare cause of these symptoms, and how Steve's unrelenting care and trust in Kendrick as a determined athlete helped him maintain his identity of being a college athlete. Steve describes building solid relationships with your patients, coaches, administrators, parents, local medical facilities, and community as the pillars of having a successful sports medicine program. Mr. Cole encourages clinicians to connect the dots with difficult situations, don't discount things because they are difficult to understand initially. Use the subjective data from your patient to determine what is working and what is not working to formulate a consistent plan of care. #TopDATPodcast #AthleticTraining #ProvidingCareEverywhere #OwnYourImpact #GetDattedUp #TheStJames #d3athletictrainers #MedStarHealth #Blackpodcasts #TheUnApologeticAT #TheUpLiftAT --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2.5 - "Seasoned Shenanigators

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 60:53


    Dr. H, and Dr. V sit down with two women in sports medicine who are changing the game. Find out what it takes to be a MedStar employee from Kim Bosely, Regional Director of Athletic Training Services for MedStar Health. Dr. Hudson weighs in with her foundational training in athletic training on what it's like to be a physician working as a part of the sports medicine team. #Womeninathletictraining #athletictraining #NATM #NATA #athletictrainingpodcasts #ownyourimpact #getdattedup #topdatpodcast #medstarhealth #providinghealthcareeverywhere --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2.4 - "Community Liaisoning (Bridging the Gap)"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 73:35


    Dr. H and special guest host Brittney Wagner sit down with a panel of athletic trainers who also serve as community liaisons, and they all have a discussion about helping their stakeholders find appropriate resources for athletic healthcare. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2.3 - "Blend of Order and Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 61:04


    Interesting and unique perspectives from a couple of the best and brightest practitioners in the profession of Athletic Training... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2.2 "Shizzle Switch"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 52:57


    Three a trio of secondary school athletic trainers in Maryland stopped by the podcast and talked to Dr. V and Dr. H about why their jobs are so awesome! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2.1 - Pick Up the Pieces

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 58:29


    A trio of secondary school athletic trainers join Dr. H and Dr. V to talk about life as a provider of athletic healthcare to high school athletes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 18 - Return to Play Mindset Program ft Mr. Drew Werner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 52:11


    Drew Werner stops by to discuss the mental aspect of recovery from physical injury. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 17 - Nightmare Career Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 78:10


    Dr. Holland discusses the time a career move almost ruined his life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 16 - Servent Leadership ft Mrs. Xavion Santiago

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 64:15


    Mrs. Xavion Santiago stops by the TopDAT Podcast to talk about stepping into leadership and volunteer roles at the state and district levels. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 15 - The Good Ol' Days ft Mr. Tim Wilkins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 81:19


    Tim Wilkins stops by the podcast to tell a little bit of his incredible story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 14 - Becoming an ATC ft Dejae Dickson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 80:08


    Dejae Dickson reflects on her experiences in a degree program for Athletic Training and taking the Board of Certification exam. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 13 - Being a New AT in COVID Times ft Ryan Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 80:05


    --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 12 - That Came in Handy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 55:59


    Dr. V and Dr. H recount instances in which they had to use their medical expertise to help non-athletes in medical emergencies.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 11 - Workplace Bullying pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 68:45


    The back half of a discussion on bullying in the workplace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 10 - Workplace Bullying

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 74:21


    A necessary conversation about various types of abuse that occur in the workplace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 9 - Be a Preceptor, ft Dr. Candace Lacayo pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 44:51


    Dr. Candace Lacayo describes the roles and responsibilities of preceptors and students who are engaging in clinical education. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 8 - Be a Preceptor, ft Dr. Candace Lacayo pt 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 48:16


    Dr. Candace Lacayo, Assistant Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator at George Mason University, talks about the evolution of athletic training education and the functions and values of clinical education and preceptors. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 7 - Dominating Distance Learning ft Dr. Carlitta Moore pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 43:11


    Preparing to effectively navigate learning in an age that moves people away from the traditional classroom environment --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 6 - Dominating Distance Learning ft Dr. Carlitta Moore pt 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 62:31


    Preparing to effectively navigate learning in an age that moves people away from the traditional classroom environment --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 5 - Money Matters with Martell McDuffy pt3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 62:19


    More useful tips on how to save money and put money to work for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 4 - In Da Cutman with MMA Cutman Jovan Means

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 59:46


    ATC Jovan Means describes his experience as a cutman in combat sports. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 3 - Money Matters with Martell McDuffy pt2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 62:20


    More useful tips on how to save money and put money to work for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2 - Money Matters with Martell McDuffy pt1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 62:19


    Useful information on how to save money and put money to work for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 1 - Top DAT Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 48:06


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    Top DAT Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2021 1:20


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