
Beyond The Lines
Beyond The Lines examines and discusses how sports and life issues intersect in the lives of our youth athletes. We, as adults, parents and coaches, look at our youth as the voice and leaders of our future, but we rarely listen to them or even give them a platform to express themselves. Sports and life issues go hand-in-hand. They both compliment each other. They both enable our youth to become those leaders that we want and expect them to become. Beyond The Lines will be the platform to discuss the wide range of sports and life issues. You will hear from various guests, including youth athletes themselves. It's more than scores and highlights. Beyond The Lines is about educating and informing with the focus on our youth.
Episodes
82 episodes
The Affects of Medication on Athletic Performance
In Episode #81, I have an enlightening conversation with Pharmacist Jessica Beal concerning the affect medications have on athletic performance. The conversation begins with Jessica sharing the sports she played as a youth athlete. She discusse...
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Episode 81
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23:58

Depression: The Invisible Opponent
In Episode #80, I have a discussion about Depression with the co-host of the Big Bad Morning Show, in Baltimore, Jeremy Conn. Jeremy opens up about the childhood trauma that he endured and what became the root of his battle with depression. Jer...
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Episode 80
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31:31

Does Character Matter?
In Episode #79, I have a conversation with a friend of the show and reoccurring guest, mental health expert Dr. Melissa Tate-Scruse. The topic of conversation is about Character. Dr. Tate-Scruse begins by explaining what her thoughts and vision...
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Episode 79
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24:42

Fueling Your Competitiveness
In Episode #78, my guest is Registered Dietician Mia. Mia is from Dallas, Texas and attended Texas Tech University, where she was the R.D. for many of the athletic programs. Mia explains the significant differences between a R.D. and a Nutritio...
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Episode 78
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23:47

Clippers and Cops: Saving Our Youth
In Episode #77, I have a sobering and uplifting conversation with Retired Atlanta Detective and now, Founder and CEO of Clippers and Cops Tyrone Dennis. Clipper and Cops is a grassroots program to help young kids in trouble and also to bridge t...
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Episode 77
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45:23

Life After Sports: Part 2
In Episode #76, the Life After Sports episode is completed with former high school and college football player David. We begin Part 2 of the episode discussing David's thought on #2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft Cameron Brink's ACL injury...
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Episode 76
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13:29

Life After Sports: Part I
In Episode #75, I have an honest and sobering discussion with former high school and college football player name David. David shares what got him interested in playing sports and, in particular, football at a very young age. We discuss his tal...
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Episode 75
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23:57

NFL & CFL mandate the Guardian Cap: Is this a good thing or not a thing?
In Episode #74, I have a discussion with recurring guest Dr. Julie Stamm, PhD. She is an expert in repetitive head impacts and the author of The Brain on Youth Sports: The science, The myths and The Future. Dr. Stamm begins with explaining what...
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Episode 74
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26:10

The State of Youth Sports
In Episode #73, I have a candid and in-depth discussion with Performance Coach, Motivational Speaker and founder of War Room Strength and War Room Speakers Club, Ross Alexander. Ross and I discuss the state of youth sports today compared to dec...
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Episode 73
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36:58

Adolescent/Teen Weight Loss
In Episode #72, I have a discussion with pediatric endocrinologist and the co-founder of The Endocrine Co. in Orlando, Florida, Dr Pauley. Dr. Pauley has been a guest on the show several times. She shares her wonderful and insightful knowledge ...
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Episode 71
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26:47

Adolescent Growth Hormone Deficiency
In Episode #70, I have a discussion with Pediatric Endocrinologist, CEO and Founder of The Endocrine Co. in Orlando, Florida, Dr. Pauley. In, easy to understand terminology, Dr. Pauley uncovers and details everything surrounding G.H.D. Sh...
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Episode 70
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20:08

Financial Literacy: Educating kids in financial responsibilities
In Episode #69, I have a very informative discussion with Darrick Bowens. Darrick has an MBA in Finance and he's a franchise owner of Colbert Ball Tax in Frederick, Maryland. Darrick shares his vast knowledge of the finance industry and how tha...
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Episode 69
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23:55

Concussion Update
In Episode #68, I have a follow up discussion with Dr. Julie Stamm, Ph.D about concussions. She's the author of the book, "The Brain on Youth Sports: The science, the myths and the future." Dr. Stamm and I discussed this topic two years a...
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Episode 68
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31:44

Religion in Sports
In Episode #67, I have a very enlightening discussion with nineteen year old college soccer player name Jordan. First, Jordan shares what got her interested in soccer and how long she has been playing. She then discusses what kept her playing s...
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Episode 67
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17:22

The Hidden Opportunity
In Episode #66, I have a truthful and impactful discussion with Brandon Copeland a.ka. 'Midwest Kong.' Midwest Kong is known for his impressive performances in the bench press that you can find all over YouTube and his Instagram page. Midwest K...
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Episode 66
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35:03

Getting Over That Mental Hurdle with Preston Corbell
In Episode #65, I have an entertaining and thoughtful discussion with Preston . Preston, who lives in Texas, was a Marvel, DC and tv show stuntman for 20 years before injuries caused him to give up that career. He eventually settled on pursuing...
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Episode 65
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20:39

Living with Autism
In Episode #64, I have a very candid and informative conversation with Sam, a twenty year old from Indiana. Same shares, in detail, when he was diagnosed with Autism, how he felt at the time and what life has been like living with Autism. ...
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Episode 64
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20:41

Living and Playing Sports with Type 1 Diabetes
In Episode #63, I have a very informative discussion with, Adolescent Endocrinologist and the CEO and Co-Founder of the Endocrine Co., Dr. Pauley. We discuss what Type 1 diabetes is and how kids are susceptible to having it. Dr. Pauley ex...
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Episode 63
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18:08

The Quarterback
In Episode #62 and the fifth installment of the Spotlight Series, I have a discussion with sophomore QB Jordan. Jordan shares what got him interested in playing football and what drew him to the QB position. Jordan talks about the tenuous QB/Of...
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Episode 62
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11:23

Turning Olympic Tragedy into Triumph
In Episode #61, I have an in-depth discussion with former Israeli Junior Olympic Judo Team Member Eran Hafner. Eran shares the unforgettable experience that catapulted him into trying Judo. As he improves and starts to win tournaments and champ...
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Episode 61
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25:29

The Gymnast
In Episode #60, I have a discussion with 10 year Ansley. Ansley talks about what got her interested in gymnastics , what she likes most about the sport and one thing she doesn't like about it gymnastics. We discuss the difficulty in performing ...
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Episode 60
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11:43

The Right Defenseman (Hockey)
In Episode #59, I have a discussion with 12 year old hockey player, Liam. We talk about hockey, but more specifically his position as a Right Defenseman. First, Liam shares how long he's been playing hockey and what got him interested. Liam als...
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Episode 59
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10:35
