Youth Inc. with Greg Olsen

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  MATTHEW STAFFORD ON STAYING HUNGRY, GETTING BETTER & BEING A GIRL DAD 18.08.2026 25min

  Shop high school fanwear. Support your community. Your school earns on every purchase. Great brands, fast shipping, no minimum order.Find your team and shop now at https://www.youthincshop.com/Matthew Stafford joins Greg Olsen on Youth Inc. to talk youth sports, coaching, parenting, and his journey through 18 NFL seasons. Stafford also shares his perspective on success, being a girl dad, and the advice he'd give young athletes.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments who Greg should talk to next.
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  What Hall of Fame Weekend was Actually Like | Greg Olsen & Jared Allen 11.08.2026 48min

  Shop high school fanwear. Support your community.Your school earns on every purchase. Great brands, fast shipping, no minimum order. Shop now at https://www.youthincshop.com/Hall of Famer Jared Allen joins Greg Olsen to talk about his journey from youth football to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, what it was like putting on the gold jacket, and the lessons he’s learned as a parent. Jared and Greg also dive into youth sports specialization, why kids should play multiple sports, the importance of letting late bloomers develop, and finding the right team and coach for your child.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youthincshop.com/newsletterSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.
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  Greg Olsen Debunks the Top 5 Biggest College Recruiting Myths Every Athlete Believes 05.08.2026 36min

  Greg Olsen breaks down the biggest myths surrounding the college recruiting process, sharing practical advice every athlete and parent needs to hear. From camp invites and recruiting timelines to the transfer portal and the truth about going Division I, Greg explains what really matters when choosing the right path. Whether you're just starting your recruiting journey or preparing for college athletics, this conversation will help you separate fact from fiction and make smarter decisions for your future.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.
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  Celebrating One Year of Youth Inc. | Greg Olsen's Top 5 Best Parenting Conversations 04.08.2026 28min

  Over the past year, Greg Olsen has sat down with some of the biggest names in sports and media to explore one of life's most important roles—being a parent. In this special compilation, we're looking back at Greg's Top 5 parenting conversations from Year One of Youth Inc., featuring Chris Long, Big Cat, Jeff Francoeur, Tom Brady, and Julie Ertz & Kealia Watt. From raising confident kids and balancing family with demanding careers to the lessons sports teach about leadership, resilience, and character, these conversations are packed with practical advice and unforgettable stories for every parent, coach, and mentor.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.
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  Celebrating One Year of Youth Inc. | Greg Olsen's Top 5 Thought Leader Guests 28.07.2026 25min

  Celebrate one year of Youth Inc. with Greg Olsen by revisiting five of the most impactful conversations with some of the brightest minds in sports, performance, and personal growth. Featuring Steve Magness, James Clear, Michael Lewis, Tony Vitello, and Malcolm Gladwell, this special compilation is packed with insights on coaching, leadership, habit-building, athlete development, and what it really takes to help young people reach their potential. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or lifelong learner, these are the conversations that have defined the first year of Youth Inc. and continue to inspire the next generation.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.
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  Mike Tyson on the Coach Who Changed His Life 23.07.2026 13min

  In this episode of Youth Inc., Greg Olsen sits down with boxing legend Mike Tyson for a conversation about the lessons youth sports can teach for life. Tyson reflects on the travel, competition, and experiences that shaped him as a young fighter, explains why he's investing in the next generation through his amateur boxing invitational, and shares why determination matters more than talent. He opens up about wanting to quit as a kid, the coach who believed in him when he didn't believe in himself, and the powerful bond between athletes and coaches. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or sports fan, this episode is packed with timeless advice on resilience, mentorship, and building champions on and off the field.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.#MikeTyson #GregOlsen #YouthInc #Boxing #YouthSports #Motivation #MentalToughness #Determination #Mindset #Coaching #Leadership #Discipline #Resilience #ChampionMindset #OlympicBoxing #NeverQuit #SportsPodcast #Athlete #Sports #Inspiration
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  How Chloe Humphrey Became the Best Player in Lacrosse 21.07.2026 14min

  UNC women's lacrosse star Chloe Humphrey joins Youth Inc. to share the journey that made her one of the best players in the game. Chloe reflects on growing up in a lacrosse family, overcoming a season-ending foot injury, the mindset shifts that helped her return stronger, and winning a national championship alongside her sisters at North Carolina. She also discusses the importance of supportive parents and coaches, building confidence through hard work, UNC's championship culture, and what it means to represent Team USA as the youngest player on the roster heading into the World Championships.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.inc
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  A Discussion about Private Equity in Youth Sports with Eli Manning 14.07.2026 55min

  Two time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning joins Greg Olsen to discuss why youth sports matter more than ever. Eli shares stories from the Manning Passing Academy, how he approaches coaching and parenting as a sports dad, why kids should play multiple sports, and what he's learned from raising four young athletes. He also breaks down Brand Velocity Group's investment in RCX Sports, the growth of NFL Flag, and how making youth sports more accessible can create a better experience for families across the country.
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  Greg Olsen Recaps Taylor & Travis’ Wedding + 5-Star Alabama Commit Interview 07.07.2026 38min

  Greg Olsen kicks off this episode with stories from one of the biggest events of the year, including what it was like attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding and the unexpected moment Tom Cruise stopped him to compliment his hat.Then Greg sits down with five-star Alabama quarterback commit Elijah Haven, one of the top high school football recruits in the country. Elijah opens up about why he chose Alabama over Georgia, how he handled the recruiting process and NIL, becoming the first high school athlete featured in EA Sports’ next generation program, and the lessons from his father that keep him grounded through all the attention. RESOURCES Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSubscribe for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode, and tell us in the comments which coach we should talk to next.
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  Julie Ertz & Kealia Watt: Youth Soccer, the NWSL, and Raising the Next Generation 30.06.2026 47min

  Greg Olsen sits down with USWNT legends and lifelong best friends Julie Ertz and Kealia Watt (Ohai), the duo behind the new podcast Style of Play. Friends since they were 13, youth and pro teammates, and now both moms married to former NFL players (Zach Ertz and JJ Watt), Julie and Kealia open up about how youth soccer in America has changed, why the NWSL is rewriting the path for the next generation of girls, and what it actually takes to develop an elite athlete.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSettle the Score: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/settle-the-score/id1450401657Follow for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports.
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  Jon Gordon's Leadership Advice for Young Athletes 23.06.2026 21min

  What does it really take to become a great leader and teammate? In this conversation, Jon Gordon joins Alec Ingold to share practical lessons on positive leadership, self-talk, team culture, resilience, and the mindset habits that help athletes grow on and off the field. From the power of encouragement and "I Am" statements to the importance of commitment, gratitude, and connection, Jon explains how young athletes, coaches, and parents can build stronger teams and become better leaders in every area of life.
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  Spencer Lee’s Dad on Raising a Champion Wrestler 19.06.2026 33min

  3x national champ Spencer Lee sits down with his father, Larry Lee, for a conversation about youth sports, parenting, and the long-term approach that helped shape one of wrestling’s greatest champions. Larry shares why fun mattered more than winning, the lessons he learned from judo and coaching, and how parents can support their children without burning them out. From youth tournaments to the world stage, this is a must-watch conversation for every sports parent, coach, and athlete.
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  Brandi Chastain on the Shot That Changed Soccer 18.06.2026 16min

  Brandi Chastain joins Shelby Bumgarner on Youth Inc. to reflect on the iconic 1999 World Cup moment that changed women's soccer forever. Chastain shares what was going through her mind before the legendary penalty kick, how injuries and setbacks shaped her career, and why resilience became one of her greatest strengths. She also discusses the future of youth sports, the importance of access for young athletes, and how the World Cup can inspire the next generation of players.
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  Men in Blazers' Roger Bennett: The World Cup Moment That Could Change U.S. Soccer Forever 09.06.2026 26min

  This episode is brought to you by Players Health. To learn more, visit https://www.playershealth.com/Greg Olsen sits down with Roger Bennett, founder of Men in Blazers and author of We Are the World (Cup), as the 2026 World Cup kicks off on home soil. They get into why the U.S. dominates the women's game but lags on the men's side, how over-coaching and win-now youth culture stunt development, and the street-ball lesson behind players like Eberechi Eze. A sharp, funny conversation about raising better athletes and the tournament that could change American soccer for good.The 2026 World Cup kicks off this week, and Roger Bennett, founder and CEO of Men in Blazers and author of We Are the World (Cup), joins Greg Olsen on You Think for a conversation every soccer parent and youth coach should hear. Roger explains why the U.S. builds world-class women's players but keeps falling short on the men's side, why a Barcelona youth coach called the American model "idiotic," and what the World Cup on home soil could actually change.He gets into how Title IX turned the U.S. women into a global superpower while the men's development system stays stuck, why win-now youth culture stunts players, and how street ball forged Premier League stars like Eberechi Eze.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incMen in Blazers: https://www.meninblazers.com/Roger's Book: https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-World-Cup-Personal/dp/0063320770
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  EXCLUSIVE: Why Jason Williams LEFT the Women's College World Series Before the Final 03.06.2026 17min

  Jason Williams went viral at the Women's College World Series watching his daughter Mia Williams power Texas Tech to the national championship series. Then he left OKC before the final games. In this exclusive Youth Inc. interview, the former NBA guard known as "White Chocolate" explains why.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incHoopin N' Hollerin' Pod: https://open.spotify.com/show/2pnagsbUIRHTy8Lf45mXgM
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  How Northwestern Became a Lacrosse Dynasty | Kelly Amonte Hiller Full Interview 03.06.2026 42min

  How did a program that started from club status turn into the greatest dynasty in women's lacrosse? Northwestern head coach Kelly Amonte Hiller just won her 9th national championship, and she built it in the Midwest by recruiting unranked athletes and developing them into Tewaaraton winners. Greg Olsen sits down with her to break down the recruiting philosophy, team culture, and player development system behind nine titles, plus hard-won advice for any youth sports parent or coach.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.inc
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  How Coach RAC and Coach Ballgame CRASHED Youth Baseball Practices 02.06.2026 25min

  In this episode of the Youth Inc. Podcast, Greg sits down with Coach Ballgame and Savannah Bananas star Coach RAC to go behind the scenes of the new season of Crashin' Practice. They break down what it's actually like to surprise a team of young players, the hidden coaching lessons built into every drill, and why the moments that look like chaos on camera are some of the most intentional. From hiding in equipment sheds before the big reveal to teaching kids to field the ball in ways that make them more athletic, this is the real story behind the surprise.They also get into Ballgame's Sandlot Tour, RAC's life on the road playing in front of packed stadiums, and what these crashes mean for the parents and coaches watching from the sideline.Watch Crashin' Practice: https://youtu.be/t8x_t7ucL6USign up for our newsletter at https://www.youth.inc/newsletterFor more, visit https://www.youth.inc/
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  The Pitching Ninja on Arm Care, Pitch Counts & Youth Baseball 26.05.2026 46min

  The Pitching Ninja joins Greg Olsen for a deep dive into everything youth baseball parents and coaches need to hear — from managing pitch counts on tournament weekends to why he thinks baseball has become too expensive and too specialized. Rob Friedman breaks down how he'd build a young pitcher from scratch, why multi-sport athletes make better pitchers, and the aerospace discovery that changed how we understand pitch movement forever.🔗 RESOURCES📖 Rob Friedman's book "Unhittable" — https://pitchingninja.com/pages/book🥷 Follow Pitching Ninja — https://x.com/PitchingNinja📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.inc
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  Jon Gordon: The #1 Mistake Parents Make in Youth Sports 18.05.2026 39min

  Bestselling author Jon Gordon (The Energy Bus, Training Camp, The Carpenter) joins Greg Olsen to unpack what he got wrong as a sports parent and the frameworks he wishes he'd known sooner. From the "two hats" rule that transforms the car ride home to the seven commitments that separate great teams from the rest, this is a playbook for any parent or coach who's ever struggled to find the line between pushing kids and supporting them.Greg and Jon dig into why positivity beats negativity without ignoring reality, how to connect before you correct, the brainwashing power of daily practice habits, and the parenting regret Jon wishes he could go back and fix.🔗 LINKSSign up for the Youth Inc. newsletter: https://www.youth.inc/newsletterFor more, visit: https://www.youth.inc/Follow Jon Gordon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jongordon11/X: https://twitter.com/JonGordon11Books & Speaking: https://jongordon.com/
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  Is Youth Sports Destroying Your Kid's Self-Identity? | Dr. Paul Conti 12.05.2026 43min

  Greg sits down with Harvard and Stanford-trained psychiatrist Dr. Paul Conti to talk about the mental side of youth sports — how failure shapes kids' brains, why pre-game anxiety isn't always a bad thing, and what parents and coaches get wrong about confidence, identity, and self-talk.Dr. Conti breaks down the shame reflex, explains why what you see on the outside of a kid isn't always what's happening inside, and shares the reframe that turns post-game frustration into forward momentum. Greg gets personal about his own parenting blind spots with his three kids.🔗 RESOURCES📖 Dr. Conti's book "What's Going Right" — https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Going-Right-Powerful-Optimizing/dp/1538776049🌐 Dr. Conti's website — https://drpaulconti.com🏥 Pacific Premier Group — https://pacificpremiergroup.comOur newsletter: https://www.youth.inc/newsletter