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The Athletes' Journey

by Keith Sconiers

Where we showcase individuals, athletes, and entrepreneurs that are purposefully building their lives beyond their career, sport, or business.

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Episodes

  1. Episode #22: Aaron Wisdom - Don't Let Fear Dictate Your Decisions

    In today’s episode, I sat down to talk with Aaron Wisdom, a former high school basketball player who became a high school coach that has had the opportunity to coach basketball in Panama and Puerto Rico. During our call, he shared his sports story along with some of the missteps he made along the...

  2. Episode 21: Joshua Keene - From Wrestling To Commercial Insurance Agent

    In today’s episode, I am talking with Joshua Keene about his experience as a high performing wrestler that found a way to transition into sales within the commercial insurance industry. What I appreciate about this episode is hearing about the life lessons he learned by wrestling in high school…

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  3. Episode #20: Sam Taylor - From D1 Track To Architecture & Entrepreneurship

    In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of having Sam Taylor on the podcast to share his journey as an athlete that competed for University of Oregon. What I appreciate most about our conversation is Sam’s honesty about his mindset in college and his advice to athletes about giving everything…

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  4. Episode #19: Diana Rutherford - From D1 Softball To Real Estate Agent

    In today's episode, I have the pleasure of having Diana Rutherford on the call to share about her journey of playing Division 1 softball for Iowa State Cyclones and becoming a real estate professional after finishing college. What I appreciate most about Diana is her commitment to helping her...

  5. Episode #18: Imran Haider - From College Basketball Coach To College Professor

    In today’s episode, I’m talking with former athlete, professor, and business advisor Imran Haider about his journey as an athlete and how he transitioned into coaching at the Division 1 level, and later becoming a professor after playing one year in a semi-professional basketball league. What I...

  6. Episode #17: Cody Askins - From College Basketball To Insurance Industry Leader

    In today’s episode of the Athletes Journey Podcast, I am interviewing successful former collegiate athlete, podcaster, and insurance entrepreneur Cody Askins about his journey as an athlete and how he transitioned into the insurance sector while he was still a student-athlete. What I appreciate...

  7. Episode #16: Erik Selden - From D1 Football To Successful Leader & Banker

    In today’s episode of the Athletes Journey Podcast, I interviewed successful former D1 athlete, senior banker, and podcaster Erik Selden about his journey as a student-athlete and how it prepared him for life after sports. What I appreciate most about our conversation is Erik’s strategies on ways...

  8. Episode #15: Rob Finkelstein - From Collegiate Runner To Entrepreneur

    In today’s episode of The Athlete’s Journey, I have the pleasure of talking with Rob Finkelstein the Founder and CEO of Alumni Direct, a platform dedicated to helping universities foster better relationships with their current students and alumni to increase donor engagement, alumni success, and...

  9. Episode #14: Kyle Miller - Staying True To Yourself Is The Best Strategy

    Kyle Miller is the owner and creative director at TImber Reel Productions, a content creation company based in Portland, Oregon. Timber Reel produces consistent, purposeful photo and video content that represents a company's goals and target audience. The content produced consists of commercials,...

  10. Episode #13: Brett Lorin - You Have To Be Honest With Yourself

    In today's episode, I have the pleasure of having Brett Lorin on the show to discuss his journey of playing professional baseball and his transition into business and podcasting after his career ended. Brett was born and raised in southern California where he was involved in multiple sports from…

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  11. Episode #12: Alex Smagala - How To Be Successful Beyond Sports

    In today’s episode, I sat down to talk with Alex Smagala, a former D1 baseball player turned entrepreneur to discuss his athletic journey and how, after a career-ending injury, shifted his mindset to focus on life after sports. Alex is passionate about helping financial advisors understand how...

  12. Episode #11: Audrey Grant - The Power of Association, Communication, & Mindset

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Audrey Grant, a former D1 athlete turned entrepreneur to discuss her athletic journey and the mindset athletes need to have when facing adversity during their sports careers. Audrey majored in Communications in college and has found it to serve her well...

  13. Episode #10: Aly Beebe - The Path To Momentum In Mental Health For Athletes

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Aly Beebe, a former D1 athlete turned entrepreneur to discuss how athletes can discover and master their own unique emotional processes. Aly Beebe is the Founder of The CourageGuide Platform and an emotional health coach. She works one-on-one with…

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  14. Episode #9: Roni Sasaki - How To Get A Leg Up On Life

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Roni Sasaki, a paralympic gold medalist, entrepreneur, and speaker, to discuss how athletes can prepare for life after sports. We also discuss how Roni went from being born with one leg and becoming a world-class paralympic skier. Roni's story…

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  15. Episode #8: Bill Dowd - From Professional Hockey Player To Entrepreneur & Franchisor

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Bill Dowd, a former professional hockey player, entrepreneur, and franchisor, to discuss how athletes can prepare for life after sports. We also discuss how Bill started his franchise, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, and how what he learned as an...

  16. Episode #7: Martin Medeiros - NIL Is Business NOT Just A Part Of The Game

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Martin Medeiros, an entrepreneur, corporate attorney, and negotiation expert, to discuss how athletes can prepare on and off of the field for the new era ushered in by the NCAA's recent ruling on Name, Image, and Likeness. We discuss what athletes can…

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  17. Episode #6: Antonio Jackson - From D1 Athlete To Executive & Successful Entrepreneur

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Antonio Jackson, a former Division 1 athlete turned entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from high school to college and how he successfully transitioned into business and making an impact with his nonprofit organization. We discuss his success secrets...

  18. Episode #5: Ryan Groth - From Professional Baseball Player To Father, Husband, and Successful Entrepreneur

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Ryan Groth, former professional baseball player turned entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from high school through the professional baseball ranks. We discuss his success secrets and the mindset athletes can deploy to build successful lives beyond...

  19. Episode #4: Jeron Mastrud - From NFL Tight End to Entrepreneur, Author & Speaker

    In today's episode, I sat down to talk with Jeron Mastrud, a former NFL athlete turned entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from college to the NFL. We discuss his success secrets and the mindset athletes need to be successful on and off the field. Today, Jeron is focused on helping people of all...

  20. Episode #3: Robert Day - From Professional Basketball to Mortgage Advisor

    In episode 3, I got the chance to talk with Robert about how he got started in basketball and the principles he learned along the way that allowed him to thrive in sports and now his professional life as a mortgage advisor. Robert is passionate about helping people understand all the nuances...

  21. Episode #2: Nathaniel Sconiers - From D1 Football to Teacher + Real Estate Investor

    In episode #2, I talk with my older brother Nathaniel Sconiers about what inspired him to start playing football. Today, Nathaniel has converted his high school and collegiate football experiences into leading classrooms and his own real estate investment company, Sconiers Family Construction. To...

  22. Episode #1: Keith Sconiers - The Athletes' Journey

    In Episode #1, I talk about the purpose of this podcast, why I'm passionate about serving athletes, and what I hope to accomplish by showcasing former athletes. To learn more about The Athletes' Journey, connect with me: LinkedIn: Keith Sconiers on LinkedIn Website: Catalyst Training +…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Where we showcase individuals, athletes, and entrepreneurs that are purposefully building their lives beyond their career, sport, or business.

HOSTED BY

Keith Sconiers

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Where we showcase individuals, athletes, and entrepreneurs that are purposefully building their lives beyond their career, sport, or business.

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