Play Free Podcast

Master confidence, consistency, and leadership through basketball mindfulness with pro basketball coach Jon Giesbrecht.

#32 Duncan Reid: Working with Play Free & Being a "Pro"

On this episode, Jon interviews a Play Free member and client Duncan Reid. Duncan is a longstanding professional basketball player, who has played all over the world (Last playing for th Bay Area Dragons in the East Asia Super League) - At the time of this recording, Duncan has been a client with Play Free Basketball for 2 months. If you are interested in our Play Free membership, apply through Instagram direct message. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on...

04-18
27:02

Episode 21: "Remember who you are" Sam Limon

Samuel Limon is a NBA Story-Teller for Pure Sweat. Sam helps hundreds of people better tell stories using video editing/filming. You can connect with Sam on Instagram, www.instagram.com/samlimon Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

08-12
27:38

Episode 20: "Energy Efficiency" Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson

Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson (born August 11, 1991) is a Canadian-Jamaican basketball player who plays for Bakken Bears of the Basketligan. Ogungbemi-Jackson started his career in 2015 with Galitos Barreiro Tley in the Portuguese first-level LPB. He played two seasons in Portugal. In 2017, he signed in Spain with Força Lleida CE of the LEB Oro. In the 2018–19 season, he played for AMSB in the French LNB Pro B.[2] Ogungbemi-Jackson signed with Kataja to play in Finland for the 2019–20 season.[3] T...

08-10
42:58

Episode 19: "Real Reps" Jared Todd

Jared Todd is currently a Principal at Kindred Partners, which is a retained executive search firm that builds market-leading technology companies. Jared started with Butler in 2011 as the Head Men's Basketball Manager, and in 2014 worked at Stanford as the Men's Basketball Recruiting & Video Assistant, and Men's Basketball-Director of External Relations. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars!...

06-16
19:53

Episode 18: "Accepting Everything" Josh Chambers

@ByJoshChambers on Twitter. Josh Chambers begins his third year at Virginia Tech and his second as director of recruiting operations for the men’s basketball program. He joined the program in the summer of 2016 as a graphic designer. Chambers’ responsibilities have evolved since joining the staff, necessitating a new title in the summer of 2017 to better reflect his duties. He works closely with the staff, planning and executing material for all aspects of the recruiting process. His r...

06-14
33:25

Episode 17: "Staying Grounded" Zak Boisvert

Zak Boisvert is currently the Indiana State University Men's Assistant Coach (2021). He is the founder of @PickAndPopNet and can be also found at @ZakBoisvert on twitter. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

06-09
21:12

Episode 16: "Moving the Needle" Philip Jevtovic

Philip is currently the senior manager for analytics and strategy with Canada Basketball. Also a Rotman MBA Candidate at the University of Toronto. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

06-07
49:34

Episode 14: Igniting a Fire Through Mindfulness Featuring Jake Rauchbach

Jake Rauchbach is in his first year as the Director Of Integrated Player Development for the Saint Francis men's basketball. Rauchbach oversees, and is responsible for the implementation and development of High-Performance programs geared towards improving player performance. These programs are designed to clear unconscious patterning, and promote the learning and application of mental skills and techniques associated with consistent and optimal performance. Rauchbach is the found...

05-31
33:37

Episode 13: Allowing Room For Imperfection Featuring Erfan Nasajpour

Erfan Nasajpour is currently the CEO & President of Ultimate Health Group which entails Leadership and Lifestyle Management Coach. Erfan empowers youth and adults through development of individual and group activities that promote health and well-being. He provides virtual and in-person mentor designing safe, fun, engaging and entertaining activities for individuals and communities. For more on Erfan Nasajpour visit his website and follow his instagram account @coach_erfan. Want 1-1 coach...

05-26
09:41

Episode 12: Breaking Barriers Featuring Emily Potter

Emily Potter is currently a professional basketball player for KP Brno in the Czech Republic ZBL league. She is a mental health advocate and started the Sarah Strong Fundraiser in honour of her dear friend. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

05-24
16:57

Episode 11: Kindergarten Mindfulness Featuring Alyssia Kajati

Alyssia Kajati is currently a kindergarten teacher, formerly playing at the University of Regina Women's Basketball team (2011-2016). She discusses unique approaches for teaching mindfulness to very young children. Her experiences at the kindergarten level through her mindfulness teachings can be applied for all ages. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat O...

05-19
19:35

#36 Glen Yang: Working with Play Free & Core Confidence

On this episode, Jon interviews a Play Free member and pro client Glen Yang. Glen is starting his second season with the Bay Area Dragons (Teammate of Duncan Reid), after finishing his first CEBL season with the Winnipeg Sea Bears. At the time of this recording, Glen had been a client with Play Free for 3 months. If you are interested in our Play Free Membership, apply through Instagram direct message (@playfreebball) or email Jon through support@playfreebball.com. Want 1-1 coaching to...

08-13
24:53

Episode 24: "A Mindfulness OG" Greg Graber

Greg Graber has authored an outstanding book called "Slow Your Roll: Mindfulness for Fast Times" (Available on Amazon). He's currently working with 6 NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Teams, has worked with NBA coaches and players. You can contact Greg through his website at greggraber.com. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

01-22
29:55

Episode 23: "Being Harmonious" Tiaga Prem (Reno Muenz)

Tiaga Prem or Reno Muenz is a "spiritual hooper" with a holistic approach to living and healing. He runs "Truth Seekers Recovery" where he shares his vast experience on addictions and much more. You can find Tiaga Prem on instagram as @Tiagaprem. Watch out for Tiaga Prem's new course being released soon - Join his mailing list and follow all of his platforms found in his IG link tree (Tiaga Prem explains his course at the end of the episode). Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overt...

09-09
01:18:15

Episode 22: "Rekindling the Love" James Wagner

James Wagner is currently going into his 5th year with the University of Manitoba Bisons at the USPORTS level. Wagner was a member of the U18 Canadian National Team in 2016, who went on to placed silver against a talented USA squad. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

08-21
25:59

Episode 10: Having the irrelevant become invisible featuring Scott Savor

Scott is performance coach and professional speaker for individuals, teams and companies. He specializes in the subjects of leadership, motivation and mental training and the author of: Uncommon Competitor: One-Day Contracts. For more on Scott Savor, please visit scottsavor.com and also check out Scott’s book “Uncommon Competitor: One-Day Contracts” available on Amazon. US Link for "Uncommon Competitor: One-Day Contracts" Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? A...

05-05
16:37

Episode 9: Expectations are the Killers of Joy Featuring Shea Frazee

Shea Frazee is a basketball skills specialist. Based in California, Shea is on the following platforms Tik Tok, and Instagram (@Shea.frazee). In this episode, Jon and Shea discuss delegating social media platforms, bringing awareness with shooting the basketball, and what it takes to get to the highest level in hoops. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthi...

05-03
27:25

Episode 8: Time To Get Up Featuring Graham Betchart

Graham Betchart is one of the world’s leading mental performance coaches. He has worked with some of the NBA’s best athletes including Aaron Gordon, Ben Simmons, Karl Anthony Towns, and Andrew Wiggins (to name a few) and professional organizations such as True Ventures, Silicon Valley Bank, and the Utah Jazz. For more on Graham, visit http://www.grahambetchart.com Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! ...

04-14
43:15

Episode 7: "The 12th Man" Perspective Featuring Scott Morrison

Scott Morrison is a Canadian basketball coach who is currently an assistant coach of the Boston Celtics in the National Basketball Association. In today's podcast, Jon and Scott discuss Scott's unique story, maintaining "The 12th Man" perspective, and being open to all basketball opportunities. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal to Beat Overthinking

03-13
14:43

Episode 6: Marathon Madness Featuring Ross McMains

Ross McMains has been in various roles in the G-League and NBA, and has been assistant coach with the New Zealand national team as well as an assistant coach with Melbourne United in the Australian NBL. In today's podcast, Jon and Ross discuss detaching from the game, comparing themselves to others, and defining our identities. Want 1-1 coaching to get past your fears and overthinking? Apply on playfreebball.com Support us by rating our podcast 5 stars! Buy our Free Your Mind Journal...

03-08
20:04

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