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LIEBE SPORTSFREUNDE! Herzlich willkommen in einer neuen Woche und zu einer neuen Folge! Heute begrüsse ich Adrian Seeckts bei mir am Mikrofon. Adrian betreibt mit der «Wochenschau am Mittwoch» seinen eigenen Sport- und Fussballkanal und hat zusätzlich eine Ausbildung zum Speaker absolviert. Wir unterhalten uns in dieser Episode unter anderem darüber: Sein Format: Wie und warum er die «Wochenschau am Mittwoch» ins Leben gerufen hat und welche Inhalte sein Format prägen. Fussball-Leidenschaft: Für welchen deutschen Traditionsverein sein Herz schlägt und in welchen Ligen des deutschen Fussballs er sich am meisten zuhause fühlt. Fankultur & Tradition: Wir sprechen über die Magie deutscher Traditionsvereine und ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

The Hoopsology Podcast welcomes Nate Milton and Ray Williams from the Kings of Sport Podcast and Nefarious Media Network for an in-depth discussion covering the biggest stories in basketball and beyond. The crew breaks down the rapid growth of the WNBA, discussing Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Olivia Miles, Paige Bueckers, A'ja Wilson, the Minnesota Lynx, Atlanta Dream, expansion franchises, officiating controversies, and whether WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is helping or hurting the league's future. They also dive into:

LIEBE SPORTSFREUNDE! Die neue Woche hat begonnen und zum Wochenstart begrüsse ich euch ganz herzlich zu einer neuen Montagsfolge! Diese Episode kommt als SPEZIALFOLGE auf Schweizerdeutsch daher. Zu Gast ist Thomas Zamboni, Ausbildungsverantwortlicher beim Schweizer Eishockey Verband (Swiss Ice Hockey Federation). Wir unterhalten uns in dieser Folge unter anderem darüber: Der Weg aufs Eis: Wie er zum Eishockey und später dann in den Verband kam. Fokus Ausbildung: Welche Art von Ausbildung er beim Verband verantwortet und welche Kompetenzen ihm dabei besonders wichtig sind. Die Faszination Eis: Thomas spricht über die aussergewöhnliche Rolle, die das Eishockey-Eis für ihn schon früh spielte. Zukunft & Entwicklung: ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

LIEBE SPORTSFREUNDE! Herzlich willkommen zu einer neuen Folge! Heute begrüße ich Christian Hein bei mir. Christian arbeitet als Berater im Sportbusiness und hat im Sommer 2024 den Schritt gewagt, sein eigenes Unternehmen zu gründen. In dieser Episode gibt er uns spannende Einblicke in die strategische Seite des Sports. Wir unterhalten uns in dieser Folge unter anderem über: Den Schritt in die Freiheit: Wie er in die berufliche Selbstständigkeit gekommen ist und welche Herausforderungen das Sportbusiness bereithält. Das Herzblut Handball: Welche ganz besondere Beziehung er zum Handball hat. Den Fokus & die Zukunft: Wie er die aktuelle Entwicklung des Handballsports beobachtet und bewertet. Das und ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Welcome to The Bench Warmers! This week, Dan and Lachie cover State of Origin, AFL, F1, the FIFA World Cup and more. Plus, in That's Odd, we dive into the weird world of toe wrestling.

Whole-body MRI is moving beyond diagnosis and into prevention, but is the technology ready and are clinicians prepared to interpret and act on what they find? On this episode of BackTable Bone & Sport Podcast, host Dr. Larry Balle welcomes back physical therapist/athletic trainer, Dr. Andy Glidewell to dive into the controversy of whole-body MRI screening for athletes and fitness-focused patients. They discuss how imaging has evolved from simple diagnosis to clinical mapping for rehab and performance planning, drawing on experiences like the NFL Combine's extensive MRI use, and examine both the clinical opportunities and the practical barriers to broader adoption. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction04:57 - Athletes Hunger for Knowledge13:22 - Preventive Care vs. Reactive Care15:53 - Understanding Limitations and Liability20:00 - Evolution of MRI Technology34:53 - When to Order Whole Body MRI44:24 - “If You Go Looking”: Addressing Incidental Findings56:51 - Identifying Good Candidates for Whole Body MRI?58:56 - Addressing Cost and Marketing Reality01:05:24 - Vision for Preventive Care01:07:18 - Final Thoughts and Wrap Up --- More about this episode The conversation covers the latest in MRI technology, including how AI can improve image quality and reduce scan time, as well as typical whole-body protocols and their limitations. Dr. Glidewell shares personal stories about incidental findings and offers insight into issues like cost, radiologist expertise, and the importance of a single communicator for care. Together, they explore who might benefit most from whole-body MRI, how it could influence preventive care and long-term healthcare costs, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. --- Resources Dr. Andy Glidewell https://www.trainrecovermove.com/andyglidewellpt https://uamshealth.com/provider/michael-a-glidewell/ --- BackTable Bone & Sports is the go-to podcast for orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine docs, pain specialists, and MSK radiologists. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes back Dr Warren Bradley, Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, to explore how blood flow restriction is being used at the highest level of sport. With the biggest World Cup in history placing huge demands on players, staff, travel logistics, recovery windows and match preparation, Warren explains where BFR now fits inside elite performance environments. This conversation goes beyond the basic idea of BFR as a recovery tool. Warren breaks down how it can be used to support circulation, tissue preparation, injury risk reduction, return-to-play, long-haul travel strategies and squad-wide recovery workflows. He also discusses the challenge every practitioner will recognise: how to balance research, data, individualisation and real-world practicality when time is limited and performance outcomes matter. For coaches, sports scientists, physios and performance staff working in elite sport, this episode gives a clear look at how BFR is being applied in tournament football and why the next stage of recovery science may be less about collecting more data, and more about using meaningful interventions consistently. In this episode you will learn What blood flow restriction is and why its application has changed in elite sport How BFR can be used for recovery, tissue priming, warm-ups and travel support Why long-haul travel creates a major performance challenge during tournament football How teams are adapting BFR protocols to fit real-world environments, including pools, the sea, flights and pitch-based warm-ups Where BFR can help bridge the gap between low-grade injury and return-to-pla Why Warren believes circulation is becoming a major focus in modern recovery science How elite teams balance scientific precision with practical use across a full squad Why highly specific numbers can sometimes become a barrier to implementation How BFR protocols can be individualised without overcomplicating delivery What Warren would study if he had unlimited access to World Cup players, wearables and performance data About Dr Warren Bradley Dr Warren Bradley is Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, a company specialising in wearable blood flow restriction technology for performance, recovery and rehabilitation. A sports scientist by trade, Warren has spent more than a decade working in professional sport, including Premier League football and international rugby. He completed a PhD in exercise physiology and has focused much of his work on making blood flow restriction safer, more practical and more accessible for athletes and practitioners. Through Hytro, Warren works with elite teams and athletes across world sport, helping them apply BFR in realistic performance environments — from training grounds and recovery rooms to tournament travel, warm-ups and matchday preparation. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

LIEBE SPORTSFREUNDE! Herzlich willkommen zu einer neuen Folge! Heute begrüße ich Michael Gößl bei mir. Michael arbeitet bei Sky Sport als Chef vom Dienst (CvD) und gibt uns in dieser Episode Einblicke hinter die Kulissen eines der grössten Sport-Nachrichtensender. Wir sprechen in dieser Folge unter anderem darüber: Seinen Weg in die Medien: Wie und warum er den Beruf des Sportjournalisten in Angriff nahm. Den Alltag in der Redaktion: Wie der extrem dynamische Arbeitstag als Chef vom Dienst aussieht. Die sogenannte «Breaking News»: Wie bei Sky eine Eilmeldung definiert wird und was hinter den Kulissen passiert, wenn mitten am Tag eine solche Nachricht aus ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

LIEBE SPORTSFREUNDE! Ich begrüße euch ganz herzlich zu unserer neuesten Freitagsausgabe!

Become a member of The Real Science of Sport Podcast, and join our community, get ad-free shows, exclusive episodes, and a world of discussion on topics just like this! Click here for all the Member Benefits.Show notesA bonus hype show ahead of Sunday's World Cup round of 16 between Mexico and England, where altitude has become the story everyone is talking about. Sparked by Thomas Tuchel's lament over a FIFA rule and the team's potential "smash and grab" altitude adaptation theory, Ross explains why the idea of sneaking in and out before altitude bites has no supporting evidence at all. You only ever get better from the moment you arrive, and so FIFA compelling England to travel earlier is quietly helping them!From there, Ross unpacks the physiology: lower air pressure, less oxygen reaching the muscles, a compromised VO2 max ceiling, and everything performed at a higher relative intensity. Drawing on repeated-sprint studies and FIFA match data from Mexico's altitude venues, he builds and tests a hypothesis, that visiting teams run less at high speed and make fewer sprints, with a dose-dependent decline as altitude rises. The small, admittedly limited study illustrates how Mexico's altitude adapted advantage might manifest in sprint and high speed running differences from the start, getting progressively larger. Ross closes on what England can realistically do tactically to respect the physiology.LinksThe Guardian article on England's foiled smash-and-grab paradigm, fortunately for them!This is the study I've seen cited in support of the late-arrival theory, even though its conclusion actually refutes the advantage!A study showing that you only get better, over 6h, 17h and then 48h, so get in as soon as you canAnother one, this time over longer time frames, looking at how we improve with more time at altitudeBrosnan study on repeat sprint interactions with altitude and rest period Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, die Free Agency ist eröffnet – und bei den Anaheim Ducks hat sich einiges getan! In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genauen Blick auf alle Neuzugänge und Abgänge des Teams. Welche Verpflichtungen bringen die Ducks wirklich weiter? Welche Spieler mussten gehen und wie verändern diese Entscheidungen den Kader für die Saison 2026/27? Außerdem analysieren wir die Strategie des Front Offices, bewerten die einzelnen Moves und diskutieren, welche Baustellen weiterhin offen sind. War das bereits der große Umbruch oder kommt noch der nächste Paukenschlag? Das und vieles mehr – jetzt reinhören! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

In dieser besonderen Episode hört ihr meinen Auftritt im 1x1 Sport Podcast. Gemeinsam sprechen wir über meinen Weg als Techniktrainer für Profifußballer und darüber, wie ich Spieler individuell entwickle und Trainer im Bereich Technik ausbilde. Wir tauchen in meine tägliche Arbeit ein: Wie sieht ein Techniktraining mit Profis aus? Welche technischen Inhalte sind besonders wichtig? Wie erkenne ich Fehlerbilder und entwickle daraus individuelle Lösungen für Spieler? Außerdem sprechen wir über meine Arbeit als Ausbilder, die Entwicklung des Techniktrainings in Deutschland und warum Technik für mich weit mehr ist als die reine Ausführung einer Bewegung. Eine persönliche Folge über meinen Werdegang, meine Philosophie und die Frage, wie wir Spieler und Trainer im Bereich Technik besser entwickeln können. Kommt in unsere Community. Dort findet ihr die Folien zur Folge!

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes back Steve Jennings for part two of one of the most fascinating stories in sports nutrition. Earlier this year, Steve joined us to tell the story of how creatine first entered the world of elite sport ahead of the Barcelona 1992 Olympic Games. In this follow-up conversation, Richard and Steve look at where creatine goes next. For decades, creatine has been viewed primarily as a strength, power and high-intensity performance supplement. But Steve believes the next phase of creatine will move far beyond the gym, the track and the changing room. In this episode, Steve discusses the emerging research around creatine, cognition, fatigue, brain function, sleep deprivation, concussion, ageing, women's health, shift work and everyday human performance. He also explains why education is now critical, particularly for youth athletes, parents, schools and practitioners who need to understand creatine in the right context. The conversation also explores the future of creatine as an ingredient technology, with Steve outlining how new forms of creatine could be used in functional foods, gummies, drinks and other products designed for wider health and performance benefits. This is a conversation about sport, science, innovation and the changing role of creatine in human performance. In this episode you will learn How creatine moved from elite sport into mainstream performance nutrition Why Steve believes the biggest future breakthroughs may come outside traditional sports performance The potential role of creatine in cognition, fatigue, brain function and sleep deprivation Why education is so important when discussing creatine with youth athletes and parents How practitioners can better frame creatine use in the right context Why Steve believes three grams per day can be enough for many users How creatine needs may change across the lifespan Why creatine is becoming a major topic in women's health, ageing and longevity The challenges of creating liquid-stable and food-based creatine products How ingredient technology could shape the next generation of creatine products About Steve Jennings Steve Jennings is one of the most influential figures in the history of sports nutrition. A former professional racing cyclist, Steve founded Maxim Sports Nutrition in the early 1990s and played a key role in introducing creatine supplementation to elite sport ahead of the Barcelona 1992 Olympic Games. Over the last three decades, Steve has built, launched and developed nutrition brands across performance sport, active lifestyle and human health. Today, through Jenerise, he is focused on the next chapter of creatine: helping expand its role beyond traditional strength and power performance into cognition, vitality, healthspan and everyday human performance. Steve brings a rare combination of lived sporting experience, commercial innovation and deep understanding of how science can be translated into practical, real-world use. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

This is an episode of our FIFA World Cup 2026 series. The FIFA World Cup has always been more than football—and in this episode of the Africa Business of Sport Podcast, Edem is joined by sports business professional Rick Cross to unpack the geopolitical dimensions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026. With the tournament jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, this conversation goes beyond the pitch to explore how football intersects with diplomacy, politics, economics, business, culture, and global influence. Together, Edem and Rick examine why this edition of the World Cup could become one of the most consequential in football history—from tournament expansion and representation to FIFA's growing geopolitical power and the broader implications for international relations. The discussion also explores the role of football as a tool of soft power, how hosting shapes national identity and infrastructure, and whether the World Cup can still serve as a platform for global unity in an increasingly fragmented world. If you're interested in sport business, geopolitics, international affairs, football governance, or the future of mega-events, this episode offers an insightful look at the forces shaping the beautiful game.Key TopicsGeopolitical implications of the 2026 World CupFIFA's influence on global politics and sportsThe growth of football in North AmericaSports diplomacy and international relationsFuture expansion of the World Cup and global representationThe role of social media and fan engagementThe impact of mega-events on national developmentThe intersection of sports, politics, and culture#WorldCup2026 #SportsDiplomacy #FootballBusiness #FIFA #SportsBusiness #InternationalRelations #AfricaBusinessOfSport #Geopolitics #GlobalFootballRick and the Global Institute of Sport will be in South Africa this July/August to interact with sports clubs, administrators, fanatics, schools and potential student about how to better engage with the global sports business industry via an academic pathway. Get in touch with Jabu Mtwa, Edem Spio or Rick Cross on LinkedIn to find out more. -------------------

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, wir haben einen neuen Stanley Cup Champion. Die Carolina Hurricanes sind der neue Meister der NHL. Wie es dazu gekommen ist und welche Meinung wir dazu haben, erfahrt ihr in der neuen Hockeydudes Episode. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, wir haben einen neuen Stanley Cup Champion. Die Carolina Hurricanes sind der neue Meister der NHL. Wie es dazu gekommen ist und welche Meinung wir dazu haben, erfahrt ihr in der neuen Hockeydudes Episode. Viel Spass! Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Great Britain track cyclist Joe Truman. Joe has spent nearly a decade as a full-time professional athlete with British Cycling, progressing through the pathway from a talent ID session at 15 to becoming a senior member of the GB sprint squad. After years of European, World Championship and Commonwealth medals, Joe recently claimed his first major individual title with European gold in the kilo, setting a British record in the process. In this episode, Joe gives a fascinating insight into the training methods, decision-making and performance science behind elite track sprinting. He explains how studying sport and exercise science changed the way he understood his own body, why he now has greater input into his own programming, and how that shift has helped drive a significant increase in performance. Richard and Joe also discuss the practical use of blood flow restriction training, how BFR moved from a rehab tool after back surgery to a staple part of Joe's training, and why lower-load, lower-volume methods can still create meaningful performance adaptations when used intelligently. In this episode you will learn How Joe Truman progressed from British Cycling talent ID to the senior GB podium squad. Why his first major individual gold medal felt like a weight off his shoulders after years of silver and bronze medals. How sport and exercise science changed the way Joe approaches his own training. Why understanding the “why” behind a session can be a major motivational tool for elite athletes. How Joe uses blood flow restriction training in the gym and on the bike. Why BFR became a key tool after back surgery and later evolved into a performance method. How Joe balances peak power, glycolytic capacity and race-specific cadence. Why tapering can determine whether an athlete reaches their true performance ceiling. How training quality, recovery and freshness influence maximal sprint output. Why athletes should trust their own knowledge and listen closely to their body. How Joe is preparing for the next phase of the Olympic cycle towards LA 2028. About Joe Truman Joe Truman is a Great Britain track cyclist and one of the senior members of the GB men's sprint squad. Originally from Portsmouth, Joe was identified by British Cycling at the age of 15 and has been part of the British Cycling pathway ever since. He progressed through the under-16, under-18 and under-23 squads before joining the podium programme full-time after his first World Championships in 2017. Across his career, Joe has competed in the team sprint, individual sprint, keirin and kilo, winning medals at European, World Championship, World Cup and Commonwealth level. In 2026, he claimed his first major individual senior title with European gold in the kilo, setting a British record and going under 58 seconds. Alongside his career as an elite athlete, Joe has studied sport and exercise science and now takes an active role in shaping his own training programme. His approach combines physiology, race-specific preparation, strength training, blood flow restriction training, recovery and athlete self-awareness. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Hallo Hockeyfreunde, In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die aktuellen Gerüchte rund um einen möglichen Trade von Dylan Larkin. Wie realistisch wäre ein Wechsel nach Anaheim? Was würde ein solcher Deal die Ducks kosten? Außerdem diskutieren wir die große Frage: Würden wir Mason McTavish für einen Star-Spieler abgeben oder ist er ein unverzichtbarer Teil der Zukunft? Welche Spieler könnten stattdessen als Trade-Chips dienen? Und natürlich werfen wir einen Blick auf mögliche Trade-Ziele für die Ducks: Sollte General Manager Pat Verbeek selbst aktiv werden und einen Top-Spieler nach Anaheim holen? Welche Namen würden wirklich Sinn ergeben? Eine Folge voller Spekulationen, Meinungen und spannender Trade-Szenarien für die ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes Dr Dave Hancock back to the show. Dave has spent more than three decades working in elite sport, including roles with Chelsea, Leeds United, the England national team and the New York Knicks. He is now CEO of Apollo, where his work focuses on helping performance teams use data, technology and AI to better understand player availability, injury risk and performance. Dave begins by sharing the latest developments in his Blind Screen approach, which looks beyond traditional testing by examining movement quality, control and rotational demands. He explains how Apollo is combining screening information with AI-generated insights, practitioner feedback and individualised exercise recommendations. The conversation then turns to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Drawing on his experience of working with England at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, Dave discusses the challenges facing performance and medical teams across a long international tournament: heat, travel, accumulated club workload, recovery, sleep, mental freshness and the need to bring a squad together around one common goal. This is a practical discussion about the margins that matter at the highest level of sport, from interpreting data more effectively to preparing players and staff for the demands of tournament football. In this episode you will learn How Dave's Blind Screen approach is developing and being used with elite athletes and teams. Why rotational movement may be an important missing consideration in traditional screening methods. How AI can help practitioners combine objective data with coaching and clinical insight. The key physical demands facing players heading into the 2026 World Cup. Why player preparation must become increasingly individualised after a demanding club season. The importance of sleep, recovery monitoring, travel planning and heat acclimatisation during a major tournament. Why mental freshness, squad togetherness and staff culture can influence performance at international level. What Dave learned from working with England at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012. About Dr Dave Hancock Dr Dave Hancock is the CEO of Apollo and an experienced performance director, chartered physiotherapist and strength and conditioning coach. Across a career spanning more than three decades in elite sport, Dave has worked as Head Physiotherapist at Leeds United and Chelsea, served on the medical staff of the England national team at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, and spent seven years as Performance Director of the New York Knicks in the NBA. Through Apollo, Dave now works with sports teams around the world, using athlete management technology, data and AI to support player availability, injury risk management and performance decision-making. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

The 2026 Men's World Cup will place unprecedented demands on international teams: 48 nations, 104 matches and a tournament staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States, with teams required to manage heat, humidity, altitude, travel and limited recovery time. In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Dr Ben Rosenblatt, Founder of 292 Performance and former Lead Men's Physical Performance Coach at The Football Association. Ben draws on his experience preparing the England men's football team for two World Cups and a European Championship, alongside his work with Olympic athletes, GB Hockey and elite performers across a range of sports. The conversation explores what it really takes to prepare athletes for tournament football at the highest level. Ben discusses why physical preparation cannot begin when players arrive in camp, how small doses of training can create meaningful change during a tournament, and why “available” is very different from “ready to compete” when returning players from injury. He also explains the physical and psychological challenges of competing in extreme environments, from heat and altitude to fatigue and pressure, and shares how the best performance teams use data, observation, communication and athlete understanding together to make better decisions. For practitioners working in elite sport, this episode offers a detailed insight into preparing players not simply to take part in major tournaments, but to perform when the demands are at their highest. In this episode you will learn Why effective tournament preparation starts months before the first game. How England used micro-dosed strength training during the 2018 World Cup to improve players' power and hamstring strength. Why athletes must continually adapt and “reinvent” themselves to sustain performance at the highest level. How Ben used daily monitoring with GB Hockey to prepare players for the demands of eight matches in 13 days at the Rio Olympics. Why data should be considered alongside observation, athlete feedback, staff conversations and practitioner judgement. The difference between returning a player to availability and preparing them to compete in the decisive stages of a major tournament. How performance teams can prepare players for heat, humidity, altitude and travel during the 2026 World Cup. Why recovery, nutrition, strength training and sprint exposure must be individualised rather than delivered as a single team-wide solution. How clarity, trust and pressure training help athletes execute when the stakes are highest. What the best high-performance environments look and feel like behind the scenes. About Dr Ben Rosenblatt Dr Ben Rosenblatt is the Founder and Director of 292 Performance, a multidisciplinary performance consultancy supporting elite athletes and organisations. He previously served as Lead Men's Physical Performance Coach at The Football Association, where he supported the England men's senior team through two World Cups and a European Championship. His career has also included work with the British Olympic Association, GB Hockey, elite football and Olympic athletes across multiple Games. Ben holds a PhD in biomechanics and motor learning, and his work focuses on helping athletes and teams prepare for the most demanding moments in high-performance sport. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Heather Farmer, Assistant Athletics Director, Sports Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Heather has been part of the UNLV athletics staff since 2016, first joining as Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning before moving into sport science and later being promoted to Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Science in 2024. In this episode, Heather shares how UNLV has built a sport science model from the ground up, why data should inform rather than dictate decisions, and how practitioners can create real buy-in across coaches, athletes, strength and conditioning, sports medicine, nutrition and psychology. The conversation explores the realities of working in collegiate sport, from the impact of the transfer portal to the challenge of supporting athletes when timeframes are shorter and rosters are constantly changing. Heather also discusses the importance of female athlete data, the risks of over-relying on wearable technology, and why return-to-play decisions must go beyond timelines and basic fitness markers. Throughout the episode, Heather brings the conversation back to one core principle: sport science is still about people. Data matters, technology matters, and AI may help practitioners work more efficiently, but the human side of performance remains central to everything. In this episode you will learn How Heather transitioned from collegiate soccer player to strength and conditioning coach, and then into sport science Why UNLV built its sport science model around being “human first” How to use data as an input rather than treating it as the final answer Why coach buy-in is easier when practitioners build trust and show value over time The challenges of applying male-dominated performance data to female athletes How the transfer portal has changed long-term athlete development in collegiate sport Why wearable technology can support performance but also create “analysis paralysis” How UNLV approaches return to play using performance outputs, not just timelines Why AI can support information gathering and efficiency, but cannot replace human judgement The importance of speaking the language of other disciplines in a high-performance team About Heather Farmer Heather Farmer is the Assistant Athletics Director, Sports Science at UNLV. She has been with UNLV since 2016, initially working in strength and conditioning before moving into sport science leadership. Her work focuses on integrating data-informed approaches across the high-performance team while keeping the individual athlete at the centre of the process. Before her career in performance, Heather played soccer at the University of North Alabama, where time spent rehabbing from injury and working in the weight room helped shape her interest in high-performance sport. She later worked across multiple sports as a graduate assistant at Lindenwood University before joining UNLV. At UNLV, Heather has helped grow sport science into a foundational part of the athletics department, working closely with coaches, athletes and interdisciplinary support staff to create a model that fits the needs of the university, rather than copying what works elsewhere. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Olympic silver medallist and high performance coach Eric Franke. Eric competed for Germany in bobsleigh, winning Olympic silver in Pyeongchang 2018 alongside multiple World Championship medals across two-man and four-man competition. Since retiring from elite competition, he has moved into high performance coaching, working with athletes in speed development, sprint mechanics and sliding sports. This conversation explores what it really takes to perform under Olympic pressure, the physical demands of bobsleigh, and why speed still doesn't always get the attention it deserves in team sport environments. Eric breaks down the qualities needed to accelerate a heavy sled on ice, the difference between being fast and being effective in a sport-specific context, and why developing speed requires more than simply adding sprint drills into a programme. He also reflects openly on his own career, including the mistakes he made as an athlete, the value of testing and tracking progress honestly, and how his coaching philosophy has developed around communication, individualisation and helping athletes become more independent decision-makers. For sports science professionals, coaches and practitioners working in elite sport, this episode offers a detailed look at speed development, athlete management, pressure, and the transition from elite performer to high performance coach. In this episode you will learn What it feels like to compete at the Olympic Games and handle pressure when medals are expected The role of the brakeman in bobsleigh and why the start phase is so technically and physically demanding Why sprint speed does not always transfer directly into bobsleigh performance The key physical qualities behind acceleration, rate of force development and efficient movement Why speed training needs to be prioritised properly within the weekly training structure How plyometrics, jumping and coordination can support speed development Why Eric believes athletes can sometimes spend too much time in the gym The importance of testing, measuring and honestly tracking progress How Eric's experience as a self-coached athlete now shapes the way he coaches others Why experienced athletes often need guidance, guardrails and conversation rather than simply being told what to do How coaches can adapt communication to the individual athlete in front of them Why Eric's ultimate coaching goal is to create “sovereign athletes” who can make better decisions when the coach is not there About Eric Franke Eric Franke is a former German bobsleigh athlete and Olympic silver medallist. He competed at the highest level in both two-man and four-man bobsleigh, winning silver at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang and multiple medals at World Championship level. Since retiring from competition, Eric has moved into high performance coaching, with a particular focus on speed development, sprint performance and athlete decision-making. He works with athletes across different performance environments, including bobsleigh and skeleton, helping them improve physical qualities while developing a deeper understanding of their own training process. His coaching approach is shaped by his own experience as an elite athlete, combining technical speed development with individualised communication, clear training frameworks and an emphasis on helping athletes become more self-sufficient. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

In this week's episode Brandon begins the episode by previewing the 2025 World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays. He highlights the deficit the Blue Jays faced in the ALCS and the resiliency they showed by overcoming the deficit. He also highlights the Dodgers' star power, including the incredible performance by Shohei Ohtani in Game Four of the NLCS. Georgio returns to the podcast and the duo discuss Week 7 of the NFL and highlight the best games of the week and the most disappointing games of the week. They also discuss the top storylines heading into Week 8 of the NFL. The duo also introduce a new segment to the podcast, while of course making their weekly predictions and ending the episode with Fantasy Football content such as best and worst performances, waiver wire targets and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO01:50 - THE WORLD SERIES IS HERE!08:56 - THE NBA IS BACK!15:20 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 732:30 - MOST DISAPPOINTING GAMES OF WEEK 747:01 - TOP STORYLINES FOR WEEK 81:04:56 - WEEK 8 PREDICTIONS1:06:34 - TWO MINUTE WARNING1:18:57 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 71:20:50 - WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 81:29:15 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 71:32:45 - PODCAST PARLAY1:34:10 - OUTRO

In this week's episode, we discuss the MLB's Divisional Round, highlighting the current matchups and deficits teams face as the round nears a close. Brandon also discussed everything from Week 5 of the NFL, including the best and worst games, upsets, and break out performances from around the league. Brandon also highlights the best performances during Week 5 of Fantasy Football, waiver wire targets, panic levels and more!The two also highlight the best performances during Week 4 of Fantasy Football, waiver wire targets, panic levels and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO02:22 - MLB POSTSEASON CONTINUES02:46 - MLB WILD CARD SERIES RECAP05:37 -MLB DIVISIONAL SERIES UPDATES12:21 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 525:01 - WORST GAMES OF WEEK 5 33:44 - WEEK 6 PREDICTIONS36:45 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 538:18 - WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 642:04 - FANTASY FOOTBALL TALK44:22 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 550:28 - PODCAST PARLAY!52:40 - MID PODCAST LIVE MLB UPDATES!53:30 - OUTRO

In this week's episode Brandon begins the episode by highlighting the MLB's American and National League Rookie of the Year Award Winners. He follows by discussing his thoughts on the gambling scandal in the MLB.Brandon also highlights some of the latest updates around the NBA, including their own betting scandals, the teams sitting atop the Eastern and Western conferences, and his thoughts on some teams that should blow it up and rebuild.Georgio joins the podcast once again and the duo continues with Week 10 of the NFL and highlights the best and most disappointing games of the week. He also discusses the top storylines heading into Week 11 of the NFL, discussing things like the Patriot's win streak, JT's dominance, the firing of Brian Daboll and more. The duo make their weekly predictions for this week's NFL matchups and of course ends the episode with Fantasy Football content such as best and worst performances, waiver wire targets and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO2:25 - MLB ROTY WINNERS3:37 - MLB GAMBLING SCANDAL8:22 - NBA UPDATES18:26 - FOOTBALL TALK! GEORGIO JOINS!19:40 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 1047:57 - MOST DISAPPOINTING GAMES OF WEEK 101:05:36 - TOP STORYLINES HEADING INTO WEEK 111:19:36 - WEEK 11 PREDICTIONS1:24:20 - TWO MINUTE WARNING1:38:40 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 101:40:45 - WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 111:43:18 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 10 1:46:13 - OUTRO

In this week's episode Brandon begins the episode by recapping the World Series, and highlights the Blue Jays' collapse in Games 6 and 7 after their dominant outing in Game 5. Brandon also highlights some of the latest updates around the NBA, including injuries and drama brewing in Memphis. Brandon continues with Week 9 of the NFL and highlights the best and most disappointing games of the week. He also discusses the top storylines heading into Week 10 of the NFL, discussing things like the NFL trade deadline and more. Brandon makes his weekly predictions for this week's NFL matchups and of course ends the episode with Fantasy Football content such as best and worst performances, waiver wire targets and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO01:51 - WORLD SERIES RECAP09:36 - NBA UPDATES13:59 - NBA CUP 16:59 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 926:16 - MOST DISAPPOINTING GAMES OF WEEK 932:57 - TOP STORYLINES HEADING INTO WEEK 1044:31 - WEEK 10 PREDICTIONS45:51 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 947:25 - WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 1049:36 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 953:58 - OUTRO

In this week's episode Brandon begins the episode by recapping the first four games of the 2025 World Series and highlights the thrilling 18 inning game that was Game Three of the series. He also highlights the Blue Jays dominance in Game Four of the series to fight back to tie the series at two games a piece. Brandon also recaps some of the highlights from the first week of NBA action.Georgio returns to the podcast and the duo discuss Week 8 of the NFL and highlight the best and most disappointing games of the week. They also discuss the top storylines heading into Week 9 of the NFL. The duo continue with their debates during the Two Minute Warning segment, while of course making their weekly predictions and ending the episode with Fantasy Football content such as best and worst performances, waiver wire targets and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO02:13 - WORLD SERIES UPDATES07:27 - NBA WEEK 1 RECAP12:32 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 826:35 - MOST DISAPPOINTING GAMES OF WEEK 845:32 - TOP STORYLINES FOR WEEK 950:15 - WEEK 9 PREDICTIONS53:26 - TWO MINUTE WARNING1:07:18 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 8 1:09:47 - TOP WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 91:16:00 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 81:20:20 - PODCAST PARLAY!1:23:15 - OUTRO

In this week's episode Brandon begins the episode by discussing the American League Championship Series and the deficit that the Toronto Blue Jays face as they are down two games to the Seattle Mariners. Brandon follows that by discussing the first game of the National League Championship Series and how the Brewers didn't capitalize on their opportunity to take the first game of the series. Georgio returns to the podcast and the duo discuss Week 6 of the NFL and highlight the best games of the week and the most disappointing games of the week. They also discuss the top storylines heading into Week 7 of the NFL, while of course making their weekly predictions and ending the episode with Fantasy Football content such as best and worst performances, waiver wire targets and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - INTRO01:50 - AMERICAN LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES05:06 - NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES09:48 - GEORGE JOINS10:41 - BEST GAMES OF WEEK 641:10 - MOST DISAPPOINTING GAMES OF WEEK 6 49:15 - TOP STORYLINES HEADING INTO WEEK 759:14 - WEEK 7 PREDICTIONS1:03:42 - BEST AND WORST FANTASY PERFORMANCES OF WEEK 61:07:36 - WAIVER WIRE TARGETS FOR WEEK 61:10:00 - PANIC LEVELS AFTER WEEK 61:17:24 - PODCAST PARLAY!1:19:12 - OUTRO

In this week's episode, we discuss the MLB Wild Card round, and Brandon makes his predictions on whole will come out on top in these rounds and also makes an early World Series winner prediction! Brandon also highlights the collapse of the New York Mets and also discusses the outcomes of some of the first games of the Wild Card round.Brandon and George also discuss everything from Week 4 of the NFL, including injuries, big games and break out performances from around the league. The two also highlight the best performances during Week 4 of Fantasy Football, waiver wire targets, panic levels and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport?_t=zp-8xqbk0xjbbr&_r=1Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - Intro01:47 - MLB Wild Card Round Begins09:57 - NFL Week 4 Recap10:33 - Thursday Night Football: Seahawks vs Cardinals13:25 - Dublin Game: Vikings vs Steelers19:03 - Saints vs Bills23:41 - Chargers vs Giants28:56 - Titans vs Texans33:24 - Commanders vs Falcons36:22 - Eagles vs Bucs42:40 - Browns vs Lions45:56 - Panthers vs Patriots48:42 - Jaguars vs 49ers53:01 - Colts vs Rams57:20 - Ravens vs Chiefs 1:02:48 - Bears vs Raiders1:08:59 - Sunday Night Football: Packers vs Cowboys1:15:12 - Monday Night Football Game 1: Jets vs Dolphins1:20:05 - Monday Night Football Game 2: Bengals vs Broncos1:25:40 - Best and Worst Fantasy Performances of Week 41:28:01 - Week 5 Waiver Wire Targets1:31:15 - Panic Levels after Week 41:39:07 - Week 5 Predictions1:43:38 - Outro

In this week's episode, we discuss Cal Raleigh's chase for 60 home runs, as he tries to join the legendary club. We also discuss the collapse of the Detroit Tigers and New York Mets as they both face potentially losing out on playoff berths due to their second half performances. We also discuss the chaos from Week 3 of the NFL, including the dominant defensive performances and break out performances from around the league. We also highlight the best performances during Week 3 of Fantasy Football, waiver wire targets, panic levels and more!Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport?_t=zp-8xqbk0xjbbr&_r=1Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsportChapters:00:00 - Intro01:40 - Cal Raleigh Eclipses Griffey for Mariners' HR Record03:57 - MLB Wild Card and Divisional Races Tightening Up09:14 - Thursday Night Football - Dolphins @ Bills 12:56 - Week 3 Recap1:03:31 - Sunday Night Football - Chiefs @ Giants 1:09:15 - Monday Night Football - Lions @ Ravens 1:13:33 - Week 4 Predictions1:24:40 - Fantasy Football Talk1:27:35 - Best and Worst Fantasy Performances of Week 31:29:25 - Week 4 Waiver Wire Targets1:33:15 - Panic Levels After Week 3 1:37:42 - Podcast Parlay!1:42:55 - Outro

In this week's episode we discuss some of the latest news around the MLB, including the Brewers and Phillies clinching playoff berths and highlight the struggles of the New York Mets that can cost them a chance at the postseason. Georgio also returns to recap the second week of the NFL season and dive into multiple Fantasy Football topics.Chapters:0:00 - Intro02:20 - MLB Updates06:15 - Thursday Night Football, Commanders @ Packers 15:43 - Week 2 Day Slate Recap56:10: Sunday Night Football, Falcons @ Vikings 59:25: Monday Night Football, Bucs @ Texans 1:08:37: Monday Night Football, Chargers @ Raiders 1:14:40 - Week 3 Predictions1:23:32 - Fantasy Football Talk1:30:55 - Week 3 Waiver Wire Targets 1:37:00 - Panic Levels After Week 21:40:15 - Podcast ParlayFollow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport?_t=zp-8xqbk0xjbbr&_r=1Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsport

In this week's episode we discuss the MLB postseason race heating up as we get closer to the end of the season, and highlight two potential dark horses to make a late playoff push. We also discuss Cal Raleigh's push for history and whether or not the Milwaukee Brewers are true World Series contenders. Georgio also returns to recap an exciting first week of the NFL season.Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:30 - AL Postseason Race Heats Up6:22 - Cal Raleigh Chasing History8:32 - Are the Brewers real World Series contenders?9:25 - NL Wild Card Race Getting Interesting11:10 - NFL Opening Night, Cowboys @ Eagles27:55 - NFL in Brazil, Chiefs vs Chargers42:50 - NFL Week 1 Recap1:03:20 - Sunday Night Football, Ravens @ Bills 1:11:25 - Monday Night Football, Vikings @ Bears 1:24:30 - Post Week 1 Waiver Wire Targets 1:32:50 - Panic Levels After Week 1Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport?_t=zp-8xqbk0xjbbr&_r=1Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsport

In this week's episode, we bring our first guest of the year, Georgio, onto the podcast to dive into fantasy football, talking about draft strategy, sleepers, breakout and bust candidates and more! We also preview Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Follow us on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@figuresofsport?_t=zp-8xqbk0xjbbr&_r=1Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/figuresofsportmedia/All audio versions of the podcast are available here:https://linktr.ee/figuresofsport

Ja, das Ende hat begonnen. Die Väter Lars, ehemals angehender Gymnasiallehrer für Mathematik und Informatik und Andi aka Crocodileandy, gelernter Architekt, sind auf Umwegen zu Social Media Stars geworden. Mit Kreativität und dem Willen anderen etwas beizubringen haben sie mit Hilfe von Minecraft ihre Reichweite gewonnen. In dem Podcast "Besser als Nackt" dreht sich alles um die unverblümte Wahrheit des Lebens. Viel Spaß beim Anhören!

In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by Jordan Lucier, Senior Director of Engineering at Catapult and Co-Founder of Perch, to explore the next evolution of performance monitoring in the weight room. Perch has become one of the most widely used camera-based systems for measuring barbell velocity and strength training performance in elite sport. Now, with the launch of Perch P2, the technology is taking another step forward. Jordan shares the story behind the development of Perch, how computer vision and machine learning are used to quantify weightlifting performance, and why the weight room has historically been one of the least measured environments in sport. The conversation explores the key technological advancements behind P2 — including improved camera technology, greater processing power, enhanced portability, and new possibilities for tracking movement quality and technique. Jordan also discusses how better strength training data can help coaches build a more complete picture of athlete performance, how Perch fits alongside Catapult's wider ecosystem of athlete monitoring tools, and why the next frontier may lie in connecting weight room insights with on-field performance. In this episode you will learn How Perch evolved from an early idea into a leading weight room monitoring system Why velocity-based training has become increasingly important in elite sport How computer vision technology can quantify barbell movement and lifting performance The key upgrades introduced with the new Perch P2 system Why portability is a major step forward for strength and conditioning environments How improved frame rates and camera technology increase measurement accuracy The concept of the “inaccuracy gap” and why it matters for explosive movements How machine learning is used to track movement and analyse lifting performance Why movement quality may become the next frontier of strength training analytics How weight room data could integrate with broader athlete monitoring systems About Jordan Lucier Jordan Lucier is the Senior Director of Engineering at Catapult and Co-Founder of Perch, a computer vision system designed to measure performance in the weight room. Originally developed at MIT, Perch uses advanced camera technology and machine learning to automatically track barbell velocity, movement patterns, and strength training performance without requiring wearable sensors. Jordan has led the engineering development of the system from its early concept through to global adoption across professional teams, collegiate programmes, and high-performance environments. His work sits at the intersection of sports science, computer vision, and performance technology, helping practitioners bring objective measurement to one of the most important areas of athlete development: strength training. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Why Female Physiology Still Needs Greater Attention in Sport with Dr Candice Macmillan This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves welcomes Dr Candice Macmillan, Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Marquette University, for an important and often under-discussed conversation around female athlete health and hormonal contraception. As women's sport continues to grow professionally around the world, understanding the unique physiological considerations of female athletes has never been more important. Yet many practitioners still feel underprepared when supporting athletes through topics such as the menstrual cycle, hormonal contraceptives, and their potential implications for performance, wellbeing, and decision-making. Drawing on her background as a sports physiotherapist, researcher, and academic, Dr Macmillan explores how practitioners can better support female athletes through education, communication, and evidence-based decision making. The conversation covers the complexity of hormonal contraceptives, how different types influence physiology and behaviour, and why awareness of factors such as testosterone suppression and symptom tracking may be crucial for athletes and support staff alike. Perhaps most importantly, Dr Macmillan explains why empowering athletes to ask the right questions about their own health may be one of the most powerful tools practitioners can provide. This episode offers valuable insights for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, physiotherapists, and performance staff working across elite sport — while also opening up a conversation that continues to shape the future of female athlete support systems. In This Episode You Will Learn Why female athlete health remains one of the most misunderstood areas in elite sport The difference between hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives Why the contraceptive pill is not a single solution and varies widely in composition How hormonal contraceptives can influence testosterone levels and athlete behaviour Why symptoms may impact performance more than hormone levels themselves The importance of tracking menstrual symptoms for informed medical decisions Why practitioners must help athletes learn the language to describe how they feel The role communication plays between athletes, coaches and medical staff How policy and education are shaping the future of female athlete support in sport About Dr Candice Macmillan Dr Candice Macmillan is the Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Marquette University and a sports physiotherapist with a PhD in Sports Physiotherapy. Her work focuses on injury prevention, athlete health, and female athlete performance. Dr Macmillan's research explores the intersection of biomechanics, hormonal influences, and performance outcomes in women's sport. She leads research initiatives investigating female athlete physiology and is actively involved in advancing education and awareness around female athlete health. Her work aims to bridge the gap between research and applied practice so practitioners can better support athletes in real-world performance environments.

Miguel is joined on the podcast by Priyansh, a University of Toronto PhD candidate and new co-host of The End of Sport Podcast. In this episode, Priyansh outlines cricket's spread through British colonialism, elite club patronage, and later mass popularity in India via television and commercialization, noting the earlier prominence of field hockey and persistent class and regional inequalities. Furthermore, Miguel and Priyansh discuss Modi-era Hindu nationalist institutional capture of Indian cricket (BCCI), symbolic nationalism around stadium naming, and cricket's geopolitical implications, including Bangladesh being removed from the T20 World Cup amid tensions and Pakistan's threatened boycott of the India match, later reversed after talks. Priyansh connects this to state-capital consolidation, Indian corporate power in global cricket leagues, India's Olympic ambitions, and revisits C.L.R. James to stress fans' marginalization under capitalist sport.Links:* India-Bangladesh tensions rock cricket, as sport turns diplomatic weapon by Tauseef Ahmad and Sajid Raina/AlJazeera * Bangladesh firm on not playing T20 World Cup in India despite risk of exclusion by ESPNcricinfo  * BCB accuses ICC of double standards over T20 World Cup venue issue by ESPNcricinfo  * How India's politics is reshaping international cricket by Priyansh/360Info * PSL signs record broadcast deal until 2029 by Danyal Rasool/ESPNcricinfo * Donate to the Comrade Brotha Amp Da Truth* RU Spring 2026 Cuban Legal Studies Donation Drive  Miguel Garcia and Comrade E produced this episode. The Sports As A Weapon Podcast is part of the @Anticonquista Media Collective. Subscribe to the ANTICONQUISTA Patreon and follow ANTICONQUISTA on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. All the video episodes are on the ATICONQUISTA YouTube, and listen/subscribe to the Sports As A Weapon Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Deezer, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow us on:Twitter/X: @sportsasaweaponFacebook: fb.com/sportsasaweaponpodcastInstagram: @sportsasaweaponpodcastUpScrolled: @SportsAsAWeaponYouTube: @SportsAsAWeaponBlueSky: @sportsasaweapon.bsky.socialVisit our website: www.sportsasaweapon.com

Richard Graves welcomes former England fast bowler Ryan Sidebottom to the Science for Sport Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on longevity, resilience, and the evolution of elite cricket. Across a first-class career spanning more than 20 years, Ryan experienced the game at every level — from sweeping floors and laying bricks in the winter to winning a T20 World Cup with England. In this episode, he reflects on how professional cricket changed during his career, why physical preparation became essential for longevity, and how mindset, curiosity, and self-analysis shaped his success. Ryan speaks openly about setbacks, selection disappointments, returning to the England setup after six years away, and the hard, often unseen work that underpinned his performances. It's an honest insight into elite performance, long careers, and what really matters behind the scenes. In this episode you will learn: How professional cricket evolved from semi-professional roots to a fully supported high-performance environment Why strength & conditioning became critical to Ryan's longevity as a fast bowler How he managed long periods outside the England setup and stayed mentally engaged The role of self-analysis, questioning, and learning from senior players What elite environments can learn from England's 2010 T20 World Cup turnaround Why curiosity and asking questions accelerate development in elite sport How mindset, confidence, and preparation influence consistency over time About Ryan Sidebottom Ryan Sidebottom is a former England international fast bowler with a first-class career spanning over two decades. He represented England in Test cricket and was part of the 2010 ICC World T20-winning squad. At domestic level, Ryan enjoyed success with Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire, winning multiple County Championship titles and taking over 1,000 career wickets. Since retiring, he has remained closely involved in the game through media, hospitality, and ambassadorial roles, with a growing interest in coaching and player development. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Behind every high-performance environment are people, personalities, and decisions that shape outcomes. This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by former England international and Premier League defender Warren Barton, speaking from California. Warren reflects on a career that spanned very different eras of elite football, from coming through non-league and the famously demanding culture of Wimbledon's “Crazy Gang”, to becoming a record signing at Newcastle United during the Entertainers era. Across the conversation, Warren offers a rare, first-hand perspective on the psychology of professional sport: rejection, resilience, team identity, leadership, and how elite environments shape behaviour. The discussion also moves into modern high-performance sport, exploring how man-management, culture, and trust still sit alongside data, technology, and sports science. Warren shares thoughtful insights on coaching, communication, player wellbeing, and why asking an athlete how they feel still matters just as much as what the numbers say. A wide-ranging, honest conversation that will resonate with practitioners working in elite sport, as well as those interested in the human side of performance. In this episode you will learn How early rejection and non-academy pathways can shape resilience and long-term success Why strong team culture and shared identity can create psychological advantages over more talented opponents Lessons from Wimbledon's “Crazy Gang” environment and what modern teams can still learn from it How elite managers like Kevin Keegan, Kenny Dalglish, and Sir Bobby Robson differed in leadership and man-management Why man-management remains central to performance, even in data-rich environments How elite players and coaches balanced intuition, experience, and emerging sports science practices The importance of trust, togetherness, and players “having each other's backs” in high-pressure environments Where modern football may be losing connection with basic human communication Warren's perspective on technology, VAR, and how decision-making affects the athlete and fan experience How coaches can better integrate data with athlete feedback and lived experience About Warren Barton Warren Barton is a former England international footballer who played at the highest level of English football during the 1990s. His career included spells at Wimbledon and Newcastle United, where he became part of Kevin Keegan's iconic “Entertainers” side and captained the club during one of its most influential Premier League eras. Since retiring from playing, Warren has built a career in broadcasting and coaching, working extensively in the United States as a football analyst and pundit, including coverage of major international tournaments. He holds his UEFA Pro Licence and continues to work across elite football, combining practical experience with a deep understanding of performance, psychology, and leadership. SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by John Noonan, a highly experienced performance coach whose career spans elite football, rugby league and union, Winter Olympic sports, and the world of Formula One. John describes himself as a “gypsy of sport” driven by curiosity, problem-solving, and a deep interest in what actually moves the needle in elite performance. From his early days in football and rugby to supporting drivers in the most intense performance environment in global sport, John shares how his thinking has evolved beyond programmes and protocols, towards relationships, skill execution, and consistency under pressure. The conversation explores how elite performers prepare for the biggest moments, why world-class athletes are “uncommonly consistent,” and how performance staff can better integrate physical, technical, and psychological elements to support athletes when it matters most. John also lifts the lid on working in motorsport, a sport decided by millimetres, milliseconds, and mental control, and reflects on burnout, travel fatigue, and managing performance across relentless global calendars. This is a thoughtful, experience-led discussion for practitioners working at the top end of elite sport, as well as anyone fascinated by what separates the very best from the rest. In this episode you will learn Why elite performance is ultimately a people business, not a programming problem How working across multiple sports shapes better decision-making as a performance coach What “uncommon consistency” really looks like in world-class athletes Why skill execution, not physical capacity, often determines success at the highest level How performance staff can influence athletes who don't need to listen to them Lessons from Formula One on pressure, precision, and decision-making under fatigue How interdisciplinary teams can improve performance communication in real time Practical insights into managing burnout, travel, jet lag, and long competitive calendars About John Noonan John Noonan is a performance coach and sports scientist with over two decades of experience working across elite sport. His background includes roles in professional football, rugby league and union, Winter Olympic sports, and long-term work within Formula One. Now the founder of Noonan Performance, John works with elite athletes and teams to improve performance through smarter physical preparation, better communication, and a strong emphasis on skill execution and decision-making under pressure. He is known for his relationship-led approach, his ability to work across disciplines, and his focus on solving the right performance problems. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Rachel Muse, one of the leading performance chefs working with elite athletes across professional sport.Rachel is the founder of Talk Eat Laugh, a specialist performance-chef service supporting athletes in their own homes. Her work bridges the gap between performance nutrition science and real-life eating habits, ensuring athletes follow precise nutritional plans without meals becoming clinical, restrictive, or culturally disconnected.In this episode, Rachel shares her unconventional journey from mathematics graduate to elite performance chef, and explains how chefs, nutritionists, and sports science teams work together to deliver periodised nutrition away from the training ground. The conversation explores how macronutrient targets are delivered in practice, how food preferences and cultural background shape compliance, and why fuelling the brain is just as important as fuelling the body.This is a rare insight into a part of the performance system that is often overlooked, but critical to recovery, consistency, and late-game performance. In this episode, you will learn * What periodised nutrition actually means in practice, beyond the theory * How performance chefs work from nutritionist-led macro prescriptions * Why chefs should not act as nutritionists, and where the professional boundaries sit * How to deliver exact macronutrient targets without meals becoming boring or restrictive * The role of carbohydrates in sustaining physical and cognitive performance late in matchesHow cultural background and food identity influence nutritional compliance * Why elite performance nutrition is as much about psychology and trust as it is science * What “success” really looks like when supporting elite athletes away from the club environment About Rachel Muse Rachel Muse is a performance chef with a background spanning elite hospitality, private households, and professional sport. After an unconventional route into the culinary world, she founded Talk Eat Laugh, a performance-chef business supporting elite athletes across football, rugby, swimming, and motorsport.Rachel works closely with performance nutritionists and sports science teams to deliver highly specific nutritional strategies in athletes' home environments. Known for her emphasis on collaboration, precision, privacy, and cultural understanding, Rachel specialises in translating complex nutrition plans into meals athletes genuinely want to eat, consistently and compliantly.You can follow Rachel on LinkedIn or find Talk Eat Laugh on Instagram for insights into performance food done properly. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Creatine is now one of the most widely used and well-researched supplements in elite sport — but few people know the story of how it first made its way into Olympic performance programmes. In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves sits down with Steven Jennings, one of the key figures behind the early adoption of creatine in elite sport, to unpack a remarkable story that begins long before creatine was common knowledge. Steven takes us back to the early 1990s — a pre-internet era where sports nutrition research travelled slowly, secrecy mattered, and a single kilogram of creatine played a role in reshaping performance preparation ahead of the Barcelona 1992 Olympic Games. From working directly with pioneering researchers at the Karolinska Institute to navigating Olympic-level scrutiny, this is a rare, first-hand account of how science moved from the lab to the field. Beyond performance sport, the conversation also looks forward. Steven shares why he believes we are only just beginning to understand creatine's wider potential — from cognition and ageing to plant-based diets and long-term health. This is an essential listen for practitioners who want to understand not just what works in performance nutrition, but how evidence, trust, regulation, and timing shape real-world impact. In this episode you will learn * What creatine actually is and how it works at a cellular level * How early research in the early 1990s changed elite sport preparation * Steven's role in bringing creatine into Olympic sport ahead of Barcelona 1992 * Why creatine was (and still is) legal, safe, and fundamentally different from banned substances * How creatine became associated with repeated high-intensity performance and recovery * Why creatine research is now expanding beyond sport into cognition, ageing, and health * Why we may still be “scratching the surface” of creatine's full potential About Steven Jennings Steven Jennings is a sports nutrition entrepreneur and former professional cyclist who played a pivotal role in the early commercialisation of creatine for elite sport. In the early 1990s, he worked directly with leading researchers from the Karolinska Institute to help translate groundbreaking creatine research into real-world Olympic performance programmes. Over the past three decades, Steven has remained closely connected to the evolution of creatine research, from elite performance applications to emerging work in health, cognition, and ageing. Today, he continues to focus on education, innovation, and the future direction of creatine science. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Brian Roy, a strength and conditioning coach who has spent the past decade working at the sharp end of action and lifestyle sports, including Olympic BMX Freestyle. BMX Freestyle is still a relative newcomer to the Olympic programme, but its physical demands, injury risks and performance challenges are unlike almost any traditional sport. In this episode, Brian shares his unconventional journey into elite sport, from personal training and postgraduate study to travelling the world with BMX athletes on the global stage. Together, Richard and Brian explore what it really takes to prepare athletes for a sport defined by explosive power, aerial skill, high-impact landings and constant travel. Brian offers a refreshingly honest perspective on athlete buy-in, bespoke programming, and why traditional strength testing and rigid systems don't always transfer to non-traditional sports. This is a fascinating conversation for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and anyone interested in how performance support adapts when the sport doesn't fit neatly into a textbook. In this episode you will learn * The unique physiological and biomechanical demands of BMX Freestyle competition * How to prepare athletes for repeated 60-second, maximal-effort runs across a full competition day * Why traditional strength testing and gym-based metrics don't always translate to action sports * How Brian adapted training around constant travel, limited gym access, and athlete preferences * Practical strategies for building resilience and reducing injury risk in high-impact sports * Why athlete buy-in often comes from listening, adapting, and being present rather than enforcing systems * How emerging video and motion-analysis technology could shape the future of training in BMX Freestyle and similar sports About Brian Roy Brian Roy is a strength and conditioning coach with over 10 years' experience working in action and lifestyle sports. He holds a Master's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and is currently undertaking further postgraduate study in Applied Sports Science Analytics. Brian has worked closely with elite BMX Freestyle athletes on the international stage, including those competing at the Olympic Games, and has developed a reputation for adaptable, athlete-centred training approaches. His work focuses on performance, resilience, and real-world transfer rather than rigid adherence to traditional testing models. Brian regularly shares insights from his work on LinkedIn and Instagram, where he discusses training philosophy, emerging technology, and lessons learned from working in non-traditional sports environments.