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Tune in to HOUSE TALK Pre-Game with Empowerment Coach and Inspirational Speaker Dr. Lauren Pitts to join the discussion and learn about solution-focused strategies purposed to positively influence the holistic transformation of today's student and professional athletes and those invested in contributing to their athletic and personal journey.
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WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! Did you know that Black athletes have launched a legal assault on what they are calling the chronic bias by the NCAA? Last month in federal court in Indianapolis, a lawsuit was filed alleging the governing body of college sports singles out historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) for bans from postseason play in Division I, the highest level of competition. Join the discussion on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 at 11 am (EST) – on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live.
COMMUNICATION IS KEY! What is effective communication in sports? Why is good communication important in sports? What kinds of obstacles can stand in the way of good communication? Effective communication can help to foster great relationships which is crucial athletically, professionally, and personally. Why then do so many athletes struggle to communicate effectively? Join the discussion on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 at 11 am (EST) – on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live.
COLLEGE ATHLETES BILL OF RIGHTS! Join this discussion on fair and equitable compensation, enforceable safety standards, and improved educational opportunities for all college athletes this Saturday, January 16th, 2021 at 11 am (EST) – on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live.
STUDENT-ATHLETES & PARENTHOOD: Sports, Academics and Children! Some student-athletes come on campus already as parents, while others wind up in the dual role as athlete and student in an environment that increases the likelihood of engaging in behavioral risks, including sexual activity that results in parenthood. Does the NCAA have parenting policies? What are the emotional health concerns for athletes who are parents? What if any role does coaches and trainers play in supporting student-athletes with children? Are there campus resources available for student-athletes with children?
MONEY MANAGEMENT! What is the objective and subjective financial literacy level of student-athletes? What are student-athletes’ preferred mode(s) of financial education? How do student-athletes budget and spend their money? Without basic financial literacy, student-athletes, who are managing between different sources of income and how they use it, are at risk of increased stress and anxiety levels. We know that financial literacy matters as much if not more than athletic ability. Join this information packed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday, January 2nd, 2021 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic share a wealth of pertinent knowledge!
I WANT TO BE PAID! OR DO I? Why college athletes should not be paid? Is paying college athletes a good idea? What do college athletes get for free? Do any colleges pay their athletes? According to Travis Walton’s HuffPost article “Black Americans Support Paying College Athletes. White People? Not So Much.” Why this different perspective? Join this powerful debate that has been a growing issue in recent years on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 26th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic chime in!
TRUST! Who can student athletes trust? How can creating trust for the NCAA improve the credibility of the NCAA? Who is the most responsible for getting the student athlete an athletic scholarship? Can student athletes trust the NCAA to make decisions in the athletes’ best interest? Who should professional athletes trust with their money? Established trust should lead to strong team cohesion and should enhance a coach's ability to develop their athletes and team to reach their full potential. Join this powerful conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 19th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic debate trust in athletics.
REAL WORLD EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE! For most athletes the ultimate goal is to make a living by playing a game they love. What jobs work with athletes? Do athletes make good employees? Do employers like college athletes? Are former athletes stellar employees? Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 12th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN), Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic provide some insight.
CALLING ON THE DIVINE NINE...DILEMMA! Should I pledge, if so what? What does it mean to pledge? What is the purpose of black sororities and fraternities? Why do black fraternities and sororities use Greek letters? Pledging is not for everybody and not everybody needs to join a fraternity or sorority. Are black fraternities and sororities harmful to our black culture? This is a powerful and thought-provoking discussion you don’t want to miss. Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday, November 28th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University), Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) and various members from fraternities and sororities representing the National Pan-Hellenic Council address the pledging dilemma.
THE HBCU EXPERIENCE! Are you questioning if an HBCU is right for you? Is an HBCU right for you? What type of HBCU student are you? Which HBCU should you go to? You've decided you want to go to an HBCU—great! We believe there’s an HBCU for you and we want you to join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 21st, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) take a deep dive into the HBCU experience!
NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS! What is name image and likeness? Should college athletes be paid for their likeness? Can college athletes have endorsements? The NCAA has responded to these questions and developments are coming forth. Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 14th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) grapple with this newly emerging set of rules for student athletes.
THERE IS MORE TO ME…CHASE THE VISION, NOT THE DREAM! Are you interested or are you committed? What happens when you chase your dreams? What does it mean to have a vision for your future? There is an immense practical difference between creating a vision and having a dream that can decide one’s success and failure in life. Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 7th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) as they explore pursuing vision and dreams.
YOUR OTHER SELF! Who are athletes without their sport? What happens when the playing days end? What is the hardest part of transitioning out of sports? The answers to these and many others are hard for scholar and professional athletes. Join this heartfelt discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 31, 2020 at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) talk about life after sports.
HUDDLE! HUDDLE! How do athletes develop a strong network and support system?
Do scholar and professional athletes have enough internal and external support from family or outside agencies? What can help athletes achieve a successful career transition? Join this much needed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 24th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) discuss the importance of networking associations and the benefits of the HBCU culture.
Rehabilitation & My Plan B “SOUNDS” Great! What injuries are career ending?
How do you deal with career ending injuries? Do professional athletes get paid when injured?
What is the most common injury in athletes? Many universities do not have a contractual obligation with players to treat injuries as a result of their collegiate engagement in sports. So, what is plan B for the athlete that gets injured? Join this much needed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 17th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) discuss athletic injuries and PLAN B.
EDUCATION IS KEY! How can educators and coaches support scholar-athletes' academic success? Are student athletes more successful? How do athletics affect academic performance of student athletes? Do student athletes do better in school? Why are student athletes important? The demands of sports can present problems for scholar athletes academically. Join this powerful discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 10th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) converse about balancing academics and sports.
HOW GOOD HAS FOOTBALL REALLY BEEN? What are the pros and cons of being a collegiate or professional athlete? Is paying college athletes a good idea? What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a professional athlete? There is plenty of value in playing college sports and there are also other factors would-be college and professional athletes should consider in their decision-making processes. Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in this powerful conversation on Saturday October 3rd at 11 am (EST).
TIME TO PROVE MYSELF! What are ways to improve athletic performance? What supplements improve athletic performance? How do drugs affect athletes? Should athletes be drug tested? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in this powerful conversation on Saturday September 26th at 11 am (EST).
LAST CHANCE U! For some athletes, junior college is the best path to getting on a four-year college roster. Nearly everyone starts out thinking D1 is the ultimate goal but is a D1 school the best type of college experience for you or is JC really the last shot at achieving one’s athletic dreams? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in a powerful conversation on the JC experience on Saturday September 19th at 11 am (EST).
Athletic Identity, Athletic Commitment and Impact of Athletic Participation – An athlete’s recognized level of athletic identity is a significant gauge for determining his/her sustainability in a sport. Athletic identity is an advantageous indicator that shows how one’s athletic involvement and experience can affect the person psychologically and cognitively. What happens if an athlete cannot play anymore? What happens if the athlete does not make the pros, then what? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) tackle identity issues among athletes on Saturday September 12th at 11 am (EST).
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