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Sports Parenting podcast. Kirsten Jones interviews coaches, parents, athletes and trainers about everything youth sports. Follow Kirsten at kirstenjonesinc.com, @kirstenjonesinc (Facebook and Twitter), or @kirstenjonescoach (Instagram and LinkedIn). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support
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In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sit down with Nick Jonsson—Ironman triathlete, bestselling author of Executive Loneliness, and co-founder of Executives' Global Network (EGN) Singapore, Malaysia & Indonesia. Nick shares his raw and powerful journey from personal rock bottom—losing his job, health, and family—to becoming a global voice for executive well-being, mental health, and resilience. He opens up about transforming pain into purpose after the loss of a close friend, why true success means supporting others on their climb, and how he’s built a thriving life rooted in service, strength, and sobriety. From boardrooms to Ironman finish lines, Nick’s story is proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story and discover the light on the other side.
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sit down with Nick Jonsson—Ironman triathlete, bestselling author of Executive Loneliness, and co-founder of Executives' Global Network (EGN) Singapore, Malaysia & Indonesia. Nick shares his raw and powerful journey from personal rock bottom—losing his job, health, and family—to becoming a global voice for executive well-being, mental health, and resilience. He opens up about transforming pain into purpose after the loss of a close friend, why true success means supporting others on their climb, and how he’s built a thriving life rooted in service, strength, and sobriety. From boardrooms to Ironman finish lines, Nick’s story is proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story and discover the light on the other side.
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sit down with Nick Jonsson—Ironman triathlete, bestselling author of Executive Loneliness, and co-founder of Executives' Global Network (EGN) Singapore, Malaysia & Indonesia. Nick shares his raw and powerful journey from personal rock bottom—losing his job, health, and family—to becoming a global voice for executive well-being, mental health, and resilience. He opens up about transforming pain into purpose after the loss of a close friend, why true success means supporting others on their climb, and how he’s built a thriving life rooted in service, strength, and sobriety. From boardrooms to Ironman finish lines, Nick’s story is proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story and discover the light on the other side.
Confidence can be the game-changer in sports—and in life. In this empowering episode, Kirsten is joined by parenting coach and author Susie Walton to share five practical tips to help athletes step onto the field or court with self-belief, resilience, and focus. Together, they dive into the mindset shifts that fuel performance, how parents can nurture confidence in their kids, and why true confidence comes from the inside out.
Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this episode is packed with strategies to build lasting confidence and unlock potential.
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Dr. Brent Hogarth, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Executive Coach dedicated to solving the mental health crisis through high-performance psychology. With expertise in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and flow-state, Dr. Hogarth shares insights on optimizing performance in sports, business, and life.
In this episode, we discuss:
✅ The role of self-kindness in high performance and why self-criticism holds us back
✅ How to optimize flow-state while maintaining emotional balance and resilience
✅ The connection between mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and peak performance
✅ The power of compassion in parenting and how it shapes emotional resilience in children
✅ Practical strategies for balancing ambition, well-being, and family life
Join us as we explore how mindfulness and high-performance strategies can help individuals unlock their full potential while maintaining balance, purpose, and well-being.
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Dr. Brent Hogarth, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Executive Coach dedicated to solving the mental health crisis through high-performance psychology. With expertise in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and flow-state, Dr. Hogarth shares insights on optimizing performance in sports, business, and life.
In this episode, we discuss:
✅ The role of self-kindness in high performance and why self-criticism holds us back
✅ How to optimize flow-state while maintaining emotional balance and resilience
✅ The connection between mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and peak performance
✅ The power of compassion in parenting and how it shapes emotional resilience in children
✅ Practical strategies for balancing ambition, well-being, and family life
Join us as we explore how mindfulness and high-performance strategies can help individuals unlock their full potential while maintaining balance, purpose, and well-being.
Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, (also known as “Dr. Friendtastic”) is an author, psychologist, and mom of four, based in Princeton, NJ. She is the creator of the Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic podcast, where she answers questions from children about making and keeping friends. Her blog, Growing Friendships, on Psychology Today, has over 5 million views. Dr. Kennedy-Moore has been featured many times in major media, including Live with Kelly and Ryan and The New York Times. Her recent books include Moody Moody Cars (for ages 4-8), Growing Friendships (for ages 6-12), and Kid Confidence (for parents).
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sits down with Alex Molden—former NFL defensive back, leadership coach, and keynote speaker—to explore the lessons sports teach us about leadership, adaptability, and personal growth. Alex shares stories from his eight-year NFL career, the mentors who shaped him, and the pivotal moments that helped him transition from professional athlete to guiding the next generation of leaders. From the locker room to the boardroom, Alex offers practical insights on building trust, fostering teamwork, and living with purpose—both on and off the field.
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sits down with Alex Molden—former NFL defensive back, leadership coach, and keynote speaker—to explore the lessons sports teach us about leadership, adaptability, and personal growth. Alex shares stories from his eight-year NFL career, the mentors who shaped him, and the pivotal moments that helped him transition from professional athlete to guiding the next generation of leaders. From the locker room to the boardroom, Alex offers practical insights on building trust, fostering teamwork, and living with purpose—both on and off the field.
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sits down with Alex Molden—former NFL defensive back, leadership coach, and keynote speaker—to explore the lessons sports teach us about leadership, adaptability, and personal growth. Alex shares stories from his eight-year NFL career, the mentors who shaped him, and the pivotal moments that helped him transition from professional athlete to guiding the next generation of leaders. From the locker room to the boardroom, Alex offers practical insights on building trust, fostering teamwork, and living with purpose—both on and off the field.
In this episode of Raising Athletes, Kirsten sits down with former Canadian National Team midfielder and current broadcaster Kaylyn Kyle. Kaylyn opens up about her journey from elite athlete to sports media personality, sharing what it takes to perform at the highest level—on and off the field.
She reflects on the pressures and privileges of playing for her country, the importance of mental toughness, and the transition to life after professional sports. We also dive into her role as a mom, how she's navigating parenting in the world of athletics, and what she hopes to pass on to the next generation of strong, confident girls.
Whether you're a sports parent, coach, or young athlete, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and heartfelt stories from one of the most respected voices in women's soccer.
In this episode of Raising Athletes, Kirsten sits down with Olympic bronze medalist, former Canadian National Team midfielder, and current broadcaster Kaylyn Kyle. Kaylyn opens up about her journey from elite athlete to sports media personality, sharing what it takes to perform at the highest level—on and off the field.
She reflects on the pressures and privileges of playing for her country, the importance of mental toughness, and the transition to life after professional sports. We also dive into her role as a mom, how she's navigating parenting in the world of athletics, and what she hopes to pass on to the next generation of strong, confident girls.
Whether you're a sports parent, coach, or young athlete, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and heartfelt stories from one of the most respected voices in women's soccer.
In this episode of Raising Athletes, Kirsten sits down with Olympic bronze medalist, former Canadian National Team midfielder, and current broadcaster Kaylyn Kyle. Kaylyn opens up about her journey from elite athlete to sports media personality, sharing what it takes to perform at the highest level—on and off the field.
She reflects on the pressures and privileges of playing for her country, the importance of mental toughness, and the transition to life after professional sports. We also dive into her role as a mom, how she's navigating parenting in the world of athletics, and what she hopes to pass on to the next generation of strong, confident girls.
Whether you're a sports parent, coach, or young athlete, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and heartfelt stories from one of the most respected voices in women's soccer.
🎙️ Special Episode Alert: A Conversation with Randi Mahomes 💫
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Randi Mahomes—sports mom, author, speaker, and mother to NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes—for an intimate conversation about parenting, perseverance, and purpose. Randi opens up about her journey as a single mom raising a young athlete, the values she instilled in her children, and how she stayed grounded through the highs and lows of competitive sports.
She shares powerful insights into what it really means to support your child’s dreams while helping them grow into kind, confident, and resilient adults. Whether you're raising an elite athlete or simply navigating the ups and downs of parenthood, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and ready to lead with love.
🔊 Tune in for stories from behind the scenes, lessons from the Mahomes family playbook, and why Randi believes that faith, family, and foundation are the ultimate game-changers.
🎙️ Special Episode Alert: A Conversation with Randi Mahomes 💫
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Randi Mahomes—sports mom, author, speaker, and mother to NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes—for an intimate conversation about parenting, perseverance, and purpose. Randi opens up about her journey as a single mom raising a young athlete, the values she instilled in her children, and how she stayed grounded through the highs and lows of competitive sports.
She shares powerful insights into what it really means to support your child’s dreams while helping them grow into kind, confident, and resilient adults. Whether you're raising an elite athlete or simply navigating the ups and downs of parenthood, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and ready to lead with love.
🔊 Tune in for stories from behind the scenes, lessons from the Mahomes family playbook, and why Randi believes that faith, family, and foundation are the ultimate game-changers.
Susie and Kirsten explain some essential lessons for parents raising athletes from the recreation level to the olympic level. Susie and Kirsten share their wealth of knowledge on how to get the best out of your child and how to ensure they stay athletes for life!
In this episode, we sit down with Karen Crouse, an accomplished sports reporter with decades of experience covering some of the biggest moments in athletics. As a former New York Times journalist and the author of Norwich: One Tiny Vermont Town’s Secret to Happiness and Excellence, Karen has a unique lens on the intersection of sports, community, and personal growth.
We dive into:✅ Her career journey and the evolution of sports journalism✅ The powerful stories she’s uncovered along the way✅ The role of storytelling in shaping how we see athletes—not just as competitors, but as people✅ How the experience of playing sports leads to well rounded, accomplished people
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the impact of great journalism, the lessons athletes teach us, and why the heart of sports goes beyond the scoreboard.
In this episode, we sit down with Karen Crouse, an accomplished sports reporter with decades of experience covering some of the biggest moments in athletics. As a former New York Times journalist and the author of Norwich: One Tiny Vermont Town’s Secret to Happiness and Excellence, Karen has a unique lens on the intersection of sports, community, and personal growth.
We dive into:✅ Her career journey and the evolution of sports journalism✅ The powerful stories she’s uncovered along the way✅ The role of storytelling in shaping how we see athletes—not just as competitors, but as people✅ How the experience of playing sports leads to well rounded, accomplished people
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the impact of great journalism, the lessons athletes teach us, and why the heart of sports goes beyond the scoreboard.
Dr. Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance who consults to individuals and organizations seeking a competitive edge. Since 1992 Dr Zinsser has directed a cutting edge applied sport psychology program at the United States Military Academy’s Center for Enhanced Performance, personally conducting over seventeen thousand individual training sessions and seven hundred team training sessions for cadets seeking the mental edge for athletic, academic, and military performance. This program has been adopted by the U.S. Army for training new recruits, drill sergeants, and tactical units preparing for deployment at twenty-five posts across the US, in Germany, and in Korea.
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The Confident Mind
In this powerful episode of Raising Athletes, host Kirsten Jones welcomes Jessica Lahey—bestselling author, educator, and parenting expert—for an honest conversation about raising resilient, healthy kids in a culture that often pushes perfection and dependence. Jessica, known for her work in The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Washington Post, dives into insights from her books The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation, exploring how parents can better support their children’s growth by letting go, setting boundaries, and creating a culture of trust.
Together, Kirsten and Jessica unpack how sports, school, and parenting collide—and how we can foster independence, emotional strength, and healthy habits in our kids both on and off the field. Whether you're navigating early childhood, adolescence, or the high-pressure world of youth athletics, this episode offers the research, wisdom, and compassion every parent needs.
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