Home Court Health

Most athletes overlook a crucial secret: true power and response start from the center — specifically, the spine and mind. In this dynamic conversation, my good man Matthew Michael Koman circles back to share from his well of experience. From the jump, we explored how reconnecting with your core — physically, mentally, and energetically — can transform your reaction time, resilience, and overall performance. You’ll discover why a simple pause before action can lead to more grounded responses, and how the relationship between mind and body creates a vortex of potential once aligned.  One vital takeaway that came up: Failing to harness the inner alchemy of slowing down keeps us reactive, drained, and disconnected from our true potential. Embracing a centered approach unlocks faster reflexes, deeper resilience, and a clearer path to mastery in any arena. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or just awakening to your inner power, this episode is a blueprint for shifting from chaos to clarity through embodied awareness. It’s not just about the physical — it’s about rewiring your response at the source, giving you the tools to meet life’s punches with calm confidence.  Matthew Michael Koman is a high-performance holistic coach and paradigm-shifting leader of men. His work touching athletic and spiritual edges shines through, and makes this a must-listen for anyone on the road to Mastery. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

This topic has been hugely helpful in seeing through many of the wizard games being played out on the world stage lately ... When you ask questions like: "What if the entire game is projected to disempower you, shielded by words, legal tricks, and social engineering?" You can approach current events with a skepticism that reveals ways in which we can choose an opposite response to the proposed outrage or emotional hijacking. This episode peels back the curtain on how societal wizardry manipulates perceptions of justice, sovereignty, and power, all while keeping us distracted from taking charge of our own sovereignty. By listening here today, you'll learn how to recognize the wizardry at play, decode manipulative language, and reclaim your power in a world dominated by legal illusions and word games If you've ever felt stuck in a system that seems designed to protect the guilty and hide the truth, this episode is your wake-up call. I'm sharing insights that will challenge you to question authority, decode word games, and embrace personal responsibility as the ultimate shield of sovereignty. Are you ready to see through the wizardry and reclaim your power? Hit play and start the awakening—because understanding the game is the first step to winning it. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

Liev Dalton has long populated my instagram feed with his brilliant and emphatic presentation of the Terrain Paradigm of Health. Strolling in the snow-covered woods of Canada, he often reflects on just how uneccesarily complex the health space has become, and how to choose simplicity as its antidote.  In this episode, we explore the profound principles of natural law, the power of simplicity in health, and the importance of getting out of our own way on the healing journey. Liev shares personal stories and practical wisdom for living in harmony with nature and ourselves. And - plenty of tennis talk, too! Key Topics: The importance of curiosity and openness in science and healing How to navigate the middle ground between germ theory and terrain paradigm The role of trust, faith, and simplicity in health and life Practical approaches to self-empowerment and becoming your own practitioner How to cultivate rhythm, flow, and balance in movement, relationships, and health Resources & Links: Beyond Terrain – Liev Dalton’s website German New Medicine – Overview of the paradigm shift Weston A. Price Foundation – Traditional nourishment principles Neville Goddard – Cultivating faith and manifestation Andrew Kaufman – Exploring terrain theory and holistic health Steiner's Work on Rhythms and Balance – Foundations of natural law and flow   Conversations like this not only fill my cup of curiosity, but also bubble over into my sphere of influence in manifold ways. Most importantly, they EMPOWER YOU to claim as much authorship of your life as possible! My thanks to Liev for his time and energy, which we will continue to share at Confluence in April. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

I am so thankful for Dave Anderson's generosity of time and energy, as he consistently circulates his depth of experience for the benefit of novices like me...In this engaging conversation, Coach Dave and I started by exploring the intricate relationship between health and performance, focusing on the importance of foot health, vision, and proper technique. As we dug in, the discussion turned to the challenges faced by junior players, the role of parents in their development, and the onboarding process for new coaches. The conversation also touches on the evolution of tennis culture and the inspiring journey of Ashlyn Krueger, a promising young player. Dave has been in her corner since she was eight-years-old, and the story of her goals is inspiring, to say the least.Dave is an old-school coach, and I mean that with the utmost respect. He has standards and principles which govern his approach, and remains adaptable to the needs of the student in front of him.His versatility is rooted in his hunger to learn over his lifetime, and that is the most admirable trait in anyone in this space.I am certain you will enjoy this conversation with Coach Dave, and will also appreciate Tennis Show #11, my first interview with Coach in February 2025.   REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

Most of what we’re told as “current events” are stories that have already been shaped, curated, and spun long before they hit our screens. In this episode, I reflect on the behind-the-scenes manipulation of media, news, and social engineering, revealing how storytelling often outweighs truth—and how that impacts your understanding of reality.When you realize much of what is presented as “the world” is filtered through layers of narrative, you gain the power to see beyond the smoke and mirrors.When you tune in here, you’ll discover:“We do not see the world we see, we see the world we can describe” shapes our collective perception—and what it means for your awarenessWhy labels like “fake,” “theater,” or “distraction” are just layers in a grand illusion and how to recognize the puppet masters pulling the stringsThe deeper significance of understanding the difference between what is real and what is designed to manipulatePractical insights into shifting your language from absolutes to specifics—empowering you to craft your own narrative with clarity and confidenceThis episode isn’t just about exposing deception—it’s about reclaiming your power through awareness. Whether you’re awakening to hidden influences or seeking to navigate the chaos with discernment, these insights can elevate your understanding of truth in a complex world. Perfect for truth-seekers, critical thinkers, and anyone ready to see the bigger picture.Why settle for stories told to you? Unlock the tools to interpret reality more consciously and live with greater clarity, courage, and purpose. Tune in now and start seeing the world as it truly is—or as you choose to create it. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

In this episode, I'm exploring the themes of masculinity and male initiation through the lens of classic films...  It dawned on me recently that we are suffering from a lack of quality movies that portray stories we can all relate to from a meaning-standpoint, not necessarily plot. Men in particular are given nothing but egomaniacal or weak or violent displays of "masculinity" that reflect to them in an inordinate exemplar of acting as a Man. For that reason, my thirst for better story-telling led me to a string of excellent films...  In movies such as  'The Man from Snowy River', 'Dead Poets Society', 'Newsies' and 'Legends of the Fall', a host of motifs play out that reflect the journey of men in society, the importance of legacy, and the role of community and brotherhood.  The art of subtle storytelling also appears in stark contrast to what we're used to, making this worth the while of any and all listeners to revisit these films for their timeless messages.     REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

From hip-hop hypnosis to surfing waves, follow us on a journey of transformation and truth...My introduction to Al Dawg and his colorful commentary came from the inimitable work of astrologist-extraordinaire, Robert Phoenix. Their series (Sirius Sports) became my lifeline for awhile to the socio-spiritual impact of American sports.There is no doubt that sport and music have come to be the major pillars that uphold what semblance of Culture is left in America. I was grateful to Al for his candid and unique criticisms of these bastions of distractions...It's been a tremendous treat to tap into all that Alfonso has been willing to share, the capstone of which is his book The Sharter: A Comedic Journey through Hip-Hop Hypnosis. A hilariously insightful commentary on how much of our generation was ensnared by rap culture, I had to take a long, laughable look at my SELF in order to fully appreciate what Al was putting down... when it landed, it landed with an emphatic THUD!Alfonso shares his transition from being influenced by hip-hop to finding solace in surfing, while I continue to reflect on the cultural shifts and personal realizations that have shaped my own worldview. As ever, it takes two to create something different, and I was thoroughly grateful to have Al as my sparring partner tonight. Run - don't walk - to Al's Substack, The Al Dawg Hour REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

It was a thrilling and fulfilling time spent talking with Dani Katz ... I all ways enjoy her unique brand of communication, and her energy even virtually is deeply felt.Dani continues to make great personal and professional strides in making an impact through the medium of language, wielding it skillfully and compassionately to unify our human spirit in this age when it is tested so often...My initial plan was to ask her about updates along the lines of current events - I am delighted that this conversation was of a much more personal nature, with ample opportunities to find universal threads for self-awareness, growth, healing and optimism.Dani has been a tremendous inspiration for me to sharpen my words in order to make my own impact felt across time. This conversation is guaranteed to give you food for thought, treasures for your wisdom stores, and many reasons to follow her at danikatz.com.Thank you, Dani -- see you at Confluence! REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

My first encounter with Dawn's work was via What Really Makes You Ill?My latest encounter with hearing her present at Confluence on the powerful union of conscious mind with conscious language, a revolutionary yet simple practice.From these two connections, Dawn nudged me along the road to self-empowerment, particular through her inimitable style of blending ideas about the nature of realm with highly practical out looks.In this conversation, we delve into the depths of forgiveness, skepticism, the purpose of Pain, moving beyond the confines of a previous life, and much more... I forego my characteristic long descriptions to encourage you to lean into every utterance from this recording.I am certain you will enjoy Dawn's Writings on Substack, as well as her stellar podcast, Dawn of Discernment. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

The scariest part of this time of year is the oblivious hypocrisy ... and the day light "savings".When there is a movement of any kind, my Spidey Senses tingle with anticipation for the next wave of chaos, instigated by puppet masters and wizards.There is a missing element of choice in our collective story, because we are dissuaded from the abundance of choices we have, and are distracted with false binaries. Whether it's Kings or No Kings, we are missing the meaning of the message: our Sovereignty is not an externality for others to claim.In this episode, my candid thoughts takeover to dissect the recent protests, psy-ops and pleasantries that are seeding dissonance where there otherwise can be coherence.The choice is entirely ours.  REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

Returning to report on the ways to flip the script on our limiting language...We have been confronted with the do-or-die, til-death-do-us-part, all-or-nothing binary banality of our culture... was it always this way? Will it ever be?I intend to rewrite our communication program with pattern interruptions that shift our conscious creations toward more growth, life, prosperity...A Hill to Grow On is a place where we take a stand - yes - and enrich the soil with our livelihood (a means of securing the necessities of life). When pushed up this hill by challenging circumstances, we then turn sh*t into something that supports life ... in one end, out another type of thing!This place is anywhere you choose to elevate your values to a real standing in your life - by caring, by deciding.These are the themes I explore here, and beyond... REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

100 episodes ... no small feat considering all the starts-and-stops along the wayYou would be surprised how easy it is to disregard any accomplishment, any achievement that we perceive to be a worthy goal. We have a reflex to simply say, "Yeah, I did it like I said ... now what?"So I am training a new muscle: one of celebration and acknowledgment to support continued growth, leading to even more occasions to celebrate and acknowledge the fruits of my creative labors of love.In this installment of the podcast, I reflect on the various corners of my interest-web, touching on several themes that revolve around bringing parts of the whole into unison, and recognizing the whole of which we are part.This is another launch point for all that is to come ... thank you for your attention and curiosity.We go... INWARD | UPWARD | ONWARD REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

Do you observe holy days? Or do you ride the wave of holidays?I think we've all done both over the course of our lives: being mystified and excited by holidays, and then caught up in the sheer repetitive, mundane expectations of holiday commitments.Much of this has been manipulated by the monster of Commercialism, which has turned the nobler elements of certain celebrations into yet another occasion to buy, to consumer, to discard...Thankfully, Lara Day has embraced her mission as an advocate for more meaningful, truly sacred commemorations of Nature's cycles.Lara's 13 Sacred Nights have had a profound impact on my life, not least of all because it was one of my dalliances with an oracle deck. In this episode, I share two stories about my experiences that verified the veracity of their wisdom.We also discuss: The history of holidays like Halloween and ThanksgivingFertile ground for sacred practiceSynchronicitiesSacred vs. ProfaneThe origins of the 13 Holy Nightsand much more...Massive gratitude to Lara for sharing her insights and experiences. I'm happy to share her work HERE as a new call to action to reclaim the spiritual experience of our holy and historical days within the cycle of our Year. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

"Are you watching closely?" This chilling phrase from the fantastic film The Prestige reminded me that even if our attention is fixated on the performance, we are liable to miss out on so much more...While our attention and awareness can seem limited, it is our discernment that is needed now in spades to win the games being played without our conscious consent.One such game is the Us vs. Them game that, at our core, no one wishes to participate in, because to win or lose means death.In today's episode, there's a feeling that balances the recent quantity of despair with the qualities of discernment, cultivated through physical and spiritual practices of Inner Vision.Tom's Tip: treat your Eyes to more sunlight, and use the outdoor time to train your eyes to see near, far, and wide... REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

'Tom's Truth' episodes are short(er) reflections on current events, trends, ideas, imaginings, techniques and more...The brevity aspect is a good standard for information that is useful and timely, so I hope you enjoy this shallow dive into the Pool of Podcasts.In this edition, I share some anecdotes about the power of Smell: how we dull our energetic senses whenever we suppress the environment in and around us.True Tip: ditch the toxic soaps, detergents, lotions, deodorants and sprays -- watch your energy RISE! REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

There's a shortlist of people these days with whom I can stoke the fire of a hot-topic conversation like Major tennis ... Emily is on that list.If you find yourself in a casual fling with tennis, or in a full-on love affair, there will be ample pieces for you to chew on throughout this conversation. Emily's dynamic ability to turn perspectives all the way around keeps the stale world of tennis media fresher than ever.I always appreciate someone who is willing and able to share their informed opinions on the overlap between sport and culture, which has a unique way of capturing attention and leaving a mark on the world for a spell ... We take it upon ourselves in a playful way to discuss some ways in which Tennis gives us reasons to do things the same as ever, or differently than before, depending on the score of the game...As we look back at the recently-concluded US Open, we magnify the details of several shades of this season finale, including:The Time-Defiant Tennis of Venus WilliamsWhat is Next for Novak? (We offer solutions)Strategic Changes for Tennis LongevityRivalries & Their Impact on the GameCoaching TreeDead Air for Tennis CommentaryThe Fate of the 'Next Big 3' (and the enigmatic Alexander Zverev)and more ...Massive thanks to Emily as ever. The Tennis season is basically 11 months, so stick around for more COURT content. REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

From my very first virtual impression of Topher Gardner, I deemed him to be a bonafide Renaissance Man.Now, after speaking with him at length, I think he would describe himself simply as a Man... A Man is not one thing, one energy: he is tasked with his own sculpting to create stability, respect and impact in his world. Through the adventures of 50 years in this incarnation, Topher has lived several lifetimes and channeled those experiences into his several passion pursuits of bodywork, Dome-construction, podcasting and more...In this connection, I found myself thoroughly enjoying some good ole-fashioned Ball Talk - just a couple of guys rapping about athletics, performance and competition, all through a slightly more elevated lens than if we were drinking Coors Lights on a Friday Night in Lansing. With that said, there is a depth to Topher's insights that has always enriched my sense of enjoyment whenever I listen to him speak, and this podcast is no different.And still - it feels as though we barely scratched the surface of the deep roots of Topher's story, so I readily expressed my intention for a follow-up conversation because - I believe - this listenership would reap a massive reward for having heard Topher's singular and alternative perspectives on the current culture, modernity, masculine-feminine energetics, and much much more...For now: I beseech you - nay, I implore you - to visit www.topherHQ.com and familiarize yourself with Topher's offerings, most notably this upcoming workshop in The Ozarks over Labor Day Weekend: https://beartariacampgrounds.com/dome/An extraordinary opportunity to learn the ins, outs and in-betweens of the merits of building Domes (you can see the one he's finishing now in the HCH Telegram)!This is an historic episode for me, not because of the number - because of the quality that this platform encourages me to circulate among any and all listeners. Free energy is abundant when we speak like this...  REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

There is an overwhelming surfeit of options for where we invest our energies ... and yet, we have the amazing power of Choice to direct our currencies ONLY to the places and people we prefer.Preference is a valuable choice - but is it rooted in what is popular, trendy, or widely approved? Or is it organic, wholesome, and special to our experience?So, with convenience and coercion rampant, how can we curb our appetites to the simplest forms of pleasure...One basic principle is to SUPPORT WHAT YOU LOVE - NOT WHAT YOU HATE!Whether it's food, clothing, experiences, media ... less is more, and the whittling-down process to our genuine favorite things becomes even more worthwhile!Discernment is the hallmark practice to determine what is deserving of your love; Enthusiasm is how we engage to support the vitality of the good, true and beautiful...Enjoy these reflections at your Summertime leisure... plenty more gems to be shared from the Tom Foolery Treasure Chest! REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

I must admit: this installment of HCH is a bit of a rap, rant and riff ... such is my experience lately. This Summer has been the quintessential height of activity: sweating, striving and seeking more ways to connect with people and playing all the while. Still, there is no shortage of "happenings" in the World, and I often encounter the consternation on the faces around me that makes me think, "Am I missing out on something..." Taking a beat in this moment to feel the full cycle of work-rest-work-rest etc ...  For now, I feel contented by the combination of curiosity and experience that has produced some deep reflections, taken into my Places of Play. That's why I sat down for a casual chat with me, my Self and You all! To enhance your listening and informational experience, dig into the Weston A. Price Foundation's 11 Dietary Principles REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!

So much has yet to be said - and still to be written - about the EPIC showdown between the stunning superstar Carlos Alcaraz and his friendly foil, Jannik Sinner... As someone who has been both a fan and a student of the artistry of tennis, this match belongs among the annals of truly great battles. This episode had been brewing for some time since I took a night and morning to watch the Final... and as with all things that are out-of-time-and-space, it is a challenge to adequately articulate the meaning of this singular spectacle. I do my best to recapitulate the important moments and statistics of this good ole fashioned scrap that took place in Paris three hot weeks ago ... there were many over the course of almost six hours, and one crucial detail was this: NO ONE LEFT THE COURT THE WHOLE TIME! A throwback and a look-forward, a marriage of past and future, there were countless plot lines that mapped out a memorable landscape for this French Open Final. I trust you will enjoy my particular take, including some technical input, historical context, and persona profiling... all that you can expect on a regular basis for these Tennis Shows. Wimbledon next...  REMEMBER: Support what you love or it goes away ... Please leave a review and visit Instagram to connect with more content and resources.Thank you for listening to Home Court Health with Tom Foolery!