Skip to content
KC's Conversations podcast artwork

PODCAST · health

KC's Conversations

by kaitlyncunningham

This podcast is designed to provide a platform for female strength and conditioning coaches to share their experiences and knowledge.

Publisher-supplied feed metadata · PodParley refreshed Apr 13, 2026 · Source feed

Episodes

  1. Marisa 'Coach V' Davis | S2 Ep14

    Marisa 'Coach V' Davis is the Sports Performance Coach at the Georgetown University. She is responsible for all aspects of women’s soccer and lightweight crew. Top 3 Points of Value: Get after it mentality. Ask the hard questions. Build and utilize your support systems. Email:...

  2. Hong Tran | S2 Ep13

    Coach Hong is the Director of Sports Performance at the University of Cincinnati. She is responsible for all aspects of women’s basketball and men’s golf. Top 3 Points of Value: Allow others to guide us & gratitude for the tough times. Extend our hand to others and be the light. Good vibes only...

  3. KC with Football Student-Athletes | S2 Ep12

    Coach Kaitlyn Cunningham, Assistant Sports Performance Coach at Kent State University, sits down with 8 of the current Kent State football student-athletes she has the honor of coaching. Top 3 Points of Value: Their experiences being coached/led by women. Importance of being authentic as a coach....

  4. Corliss Fingers | S2 Ep11

    Coach Fingers is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Bethune-Cookman University. In her role, she is at the helm of the 17-sport Division I program and leads her staff to serve all their student-athletes. Top 3 Points of Value: Be the example. Importance of your support system or board…

    more
  5. Clare Ingersoll | S2 Ep10

    Coach Clare Ingersoll is the Assistant Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning Coach at Virginia Tech. She adds value wherever is need within their Olympic sport strength and conditioning program. Top 3 Points of Value: Listen to those that have done it. Add value. Importance of uncovering your…

    more
  6. Azita Nejaddehghan | S2 Ep9

    Coach Azita Nejaddehghan is the Performance Rehab Specialist with the St. Louis Cardinals. She is responsible for long term rehabs for athletes within the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Top 3 Points of Value: Importance of networking. Highlighting your unique selling point. Have healthy tough...

  7. Sam Contorno | S2 Ep8

    Coach Sam Contorno is the Coordinator of Sports Science at the University of Maryland. She is responsible for all aspects of sports science with the Maryland Football program. Top 3 Points of Value: Fail and take a chance to learn new skills. Be authentic. It is okay to be wrong – lean into it....

  8. Molly Binetti | S2 Ep7

    Coach Molly Binetti is the Women’s Basketball Sports Performance Coach at the University of South Carolina. She is directly responsible for all aspects of the women’s basketball sports performance program. Top 3 Points of Value: How and why she creates her weight room environment. Importance of...

  9. Hope Nepstad | S2 Ep 6

    Coach Hope Nepstad is the Assistant Director of Strength and Speed at Colorado State University. She works with all aspects of the football strength and conditioning program. Top 3 Points of Value: The example of hard work. Betting on yourself. Find what your heart beats for. Email:...

  10. Liane Blyn | S2 Ep5

    Coach Liane Blyn is the Director of Sports Performance – Olympic Sports at Arizona State University. She oversees her staff of Olympic Sport Performance Coaches and works directly with Men’s Ice Hockey program in all aspects of sports performance. Top 3 Points of Value: The BIG time is where you...

  11. Lauren Kelly | S2 Ep4

    Coach Lauren Kelly is the Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Wake Forest University. She is directly responsible for all aspects of the women’s soccer and track and field/cross country programs. Top 3 Points of Value: Do more with less. The impact of your smile. Your treasure may be less...

  12. Brie Johnson | S2 Ep3

    Coach Brie Johnson is the Athletic Performance Coach at Lindenwood University. She is directly responsible for all aspects of the rugby, women’s volleyball and track programs. Top 3 Points of Value: Have people in your life that tell you the truth. Importance of self-identity. Be open minded &…

    more
  13. Kristin Zdanczewicz | S2 Ep2

    Coach Kristin Zdanczewicz is the Assistant Director of Athletic Performance at the University of Minnesota. She is directly responsible for all aspects of the women’s basketball and men’s golf programs. Top 3 Points of Value: The impact you have on those that want to be you. Importance of...

  14. Recap with KC | S2 Ep1

    Host Kaitlyn Cunningham, current Assistant Sports Performance Coach, recaps Season 1 and her current situation leading into a new season of the podcast. Top 3 Points of Value: Thank you! Lessons learned from Season 1. Importance of connections and how her connection got her to this point in her...

  15. Episode 30: Kelly Dormandy

    On episode 30 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Kelly Dormandy. She is the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance at Loyola Marymount University. She is directly responsible for the baseball, softball, indoor volleyball, beach volleyball and golf programs. Topics of Discussion...

  16. Episode 29: Arianna Luther

    On episode 29 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Arianna Luther. She is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Miami. She is directly responsible for the rowing, soccer, swimming and diving programs. Topics of Discussion Fighting the good fight Being durable...

  17. Episode 28: Jordan Conner

    On episode 28 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Jordan Conner. She is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of North Carolina. She is directly responsible for all aspects of training the softball, women’s golf, gymnastics, women’s tennis and cross country…

    more
  18. Episode 27: Katie Klapprodt

    On episode 27 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Katie Klapprodt. She is the Assistant Strength Coach at the University of Nebraska. She primarily works with the women’s soccer team and spirit squad, while assisting with the track and field team. Topics of Discussion Showing up and...

  19. Episode 26: Lysette Rivera-Cortes

    On episode 26 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Lysette Rivera-Cortes. She is the Assistant Strength Coach at Bucknell University. She just joined the Bucknell strength staff in November after a stint at Georgia Southern University as an assistant strength and conditioning coach, while...

  20. Episode 25: Autumn Lockwood

    On episode 25 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Autumn Lockwood. She is the Assistant Director of Basketball Sports Performance at East Tennessee State University. She primarily works with the basketball programs. Topics of Discussion Be your authentic self Be a lifelong learner How she...

  21. Episode 24: Kaitlynn Jones

    On episode 24 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Kaiti Jones. She is the Senior Sports Performance Coach at the University of Louisville. Coach Jones overseas programming and services for the women’s basketball and lacrosse teams. Topics of Discussion You are always being interviewed…

    more
  22. Episode 23: Emily Zaler

    On episode 23 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Emily Zaler. She is the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Denver Broncos. Coach Zaler is living out her dream and worked hard to get there! Topics of Discussion The importance of persistence and self-discipline Clarity around...

  23. Episode 22: Kathy Wagner

    On episode 22 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Kathy Wagner. She is the Assistant AD for Sports Performance at the University of Texas Arlington. She oversees the entire strength and conditioning department/staff and educates coaches and student-athletes within the realms of nutrition,...

  24. Episode 21: Lindsey Kirschman

    On episode 21 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Lindsey Kirschman. She is the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Poudre High School. Topics of Discussion How important self Identity is Getting rid of the chip on your shoulder And much more! Contact her via instagram: @impalastrong…

    more
  25. Episode 20: Bri Brown

    On episode 20 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Bri Brown. She is the Director of Women's Basketball and WSOC Sports Performance for the University of Houston. She is directly responsible for Women's basketball and soccer. Topics of Discussion The importance of a uniform language Being…

    more
  26. Episode 19: Ashley Muschiatti

    On episode 19 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Ashley Muschiatti. She is the Assistant Strength Coach and Nutrition Coordinator at Delaware State University. Ashley is directly responsible for the cross country and bowling programs. Topics of Discussion Influence of women role models in...

  27. Episode 18: Yolanda Berryhill

    On episode 18 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Yolanda Berryhill. She is the Player Development Coach at Georgia Tech. Coach Yo is directly responsible for the women's basketball program. Topics of Discussion Learning to lead up the chain of command Her experience of finding her…

    more
  28. Episode 17: Sam Moore

    On episode 17 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Sam Moore. She is the Applied Sport Scientist and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at NC State University. Topics of Discussion on This Episode: Don't miss an opportunity because you don't work hard! The power of connection and the...

  29. Episode 16: Sesely Omli

    On episode 16 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Sesely Omli. She is the Sports Performance Special Assistant at the University of Kansas. Topics of Discussion on This Episode: The power of connection Empowerment Finding your coaching identity How she adds value throughout the entire...

  30. Episode 15: Ashleigh Beaver

    On episode 15 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Ashleigh Beaver. She is the Head Sports Performance Coach for Duke Women's Basketball. Topics of Discussion on This Episode: Gaining experience with many sports How she adds value to the women's basketball program at Duke A shocking…

    more
  31. Episode 14: Christi Lane

    On episode 14 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Christi Lane. She is the Sports Performance Coordinator with Major League Soccer team Orlando City. Topics of Discussion on This Episode Attention to detail Her self identity discovery as a coach and compared to her natural self identity…

    more
  32. Episode 13: Whitney Rodden

    On episode 13 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Coach Whitney Rodden. She is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at MidAmerica Nazarene University. Topics of Discussion on This Episode Creating buy-in with athletes and how she did/does with football How she built her S&C program to be its...

  33. Ep. 12: Candice Walls

    On episode 12 of KC's Conversations I am honored to be joined by Coach Candice Walls. She is the Assistant Director of Athletics for Athletic Performance with the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. Topics Discussed on This Episode The essence of hard work instilled at a young age Importance of self-care…

    more
  34. Episode 11: Tracy Fober

    On episode 11 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Tracy Fober. Tracy is a physical therapist, S&C coach, & the owner of Iron Maven Performance Health. Topics Discussed on This Episode Her use of vitamin G & vitamin I - the power of movement Opening doors to coaching for young women and men Are…

    more
  35. Episode 10: Emily Pappas

    On episode 10 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Emily Pappas. Emily is the founder of Relentless Athletics. Topics Discussed on This Episode Myths female athletes are up against That her trust to solely target female athletes would allow her to have a gym and company that would become…

    more
  36. Episode 9: Cat Wade

    On episode 9 of KC's Conversations I am honored to be joined by Cat Wade. Cat is the Founder of Blue Chip Performance. Topics Discussed on This Episode Discovery of her passion for S&C The good, hard, scary, & amazing of leaving her collegiate position Visit kacunningham.com to obtain more...

  37. Episode 8: Courtney Taybron

    On episode 8 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Courtney Taybron. She is the Assistant Sports Performance Coach at Longwood University. Topics Discussed on This Episode Leadership development carried into her coaching Advice to coaches heading into first full-time position Her discovery into…

    more
  38. Episode 7: Caitlin Quinn

    On episode 7 of KC's Conversations I am humbled to be joined by Caitlin Quinn. She is the Director of Performance for Toyota Racing Development. Topics Discussed on This Episode Coach Quinn's path to Toyota Racing Development Differences coaching college student-athletes and teenage boy drivers...

  39. Episode 6: Andrea Hayden

    On Episode 6 of KC's Conversations I am honored to be joined by Andrea Hayden. She is a strength and conditioning coach for the Minnesota Twins. Topics Covered On This Episode Coach Hayden's path to the Twins Stories of her mentors impact on her Most recent humbling experience Visit...

  40. Episode 5: Nicole Brown

    On episode 5 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Nicole Brown. She is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. You don't want to miss this episode because she is FIRE! Topic Covered: Military background and how it has impacted her as a coach Be a soldier in the...

  41. Episode 4: Stephanie Mock

    On Episode 4 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Stephanie Mock. She is the Director of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning at Mississippi State University. Enjoy our conversation! Topics Covered On This Episode Stephanie's path, video conferencing, and her internship grind to success

  42. Episode 3: Jena Ready

    On Episode 3 of KC's Conversations I am joined by Jena Ready. Jena is the Director of Sports Performance for Women's Basketball at Wake Forest University. I know you will enjoy hearing her stories and all of her experiences. Topics Covered On This Episode Jena's path NFL & NBA Forum Experiences...

  43. Episode 2: Ali Kershner

    On Episode 2 of KC’s Conversations I am honored to be joined by Ali Kershner. Ali is the Associate Olympic Sports Performance Coach at Stanford. Listen in to hear the great stories Ali has to offer. Topics Covered On This Episode Ali’s path Female coaches that have impacted her Feedback from...

  44. Episode 1: Andrea Hudy

    On Episode 1 of KC's Conversations I am humbled to be joined by Andrea Hudy. She is the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Performance at the University of Kansas. Listen in to hear the pearls of wisdom she offers and much more. Topics Covered Hudy's background Her book How she has become…

    more

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

No topics indexed yet for this podcast.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

This podcast is designed to provide a platform for female strength and conditioning coaches to share their experiences and knowledge.

HOSTED BY

kaitlyncunningham

CATEGORIES

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does KC's Conversations have?

KC's Conversations currently has 44 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is KC's Conversations about?

This podcast is designed to provide a platform for female strength and conditioning coaches to share their experiences and knowledge.

How often does KC's Conversations release new episodes?

KC's Conversations has 44 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to KC's Conversations?

You can listen to KC's Conversations on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts KC's Conversations?

KC's Conversations is created and hosted by kaitlyncunningham.
URL copied to clipboard!