Podcasts by Jed Hughes Podcast

Episode #98 Steffen Visk from 2022-06-06T00:14:27

Steffen Visk, Assistant Head of Strength and Conditioning, has been with IMG Academy since 2008 and has used his expertise while training every sport on campus at every level. Throughout Episod...

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Episode #97 Omar Khan from 2022-05-30T01:32:11

Omar Khan chats with Jed Hughes after being named the new General Manger for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Khan, who worked under former GM Kevin Colbert for over two decades, speaks on top...

Episode #96 Dan Costello from 2022-05-23T00:34:26

Dan Costello, Executive Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer (Phoenix Suns Properties) joins Jed Hughes for Episode #96. Costello mentions that he has learned more from losing seasons, how...

Episode #95 Kenny Smith from 2022-05-15T21:12:42

Kenny Smith is a longtime member of TNT’s Inside the NBA studio show and joins Jed Hughes for Episode #95. While Smith has been an analyst, Inside the NBA has won four Sports Emmy Awards fo...

Episode #94 Anthony Muñoz from 2022-05-09T00:30:02

Jed Hughes coached against Anthony Muñoz while he was playing at the University of Southern California and after being the third player selected overall in the 1980 NFL Draft by the Cincinn...

Episode #93 Derrick Brooks from 2022-05-01T23:23:46

Derrick Brooks is considered one of the best linebackers in NFL history and joined Jed Hughes for Episode #93. A nine-time Al-Pro, Brooks was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first rou...

Episode #92 Mack Rhoades from 2022-04-25T00:11:09

Mack Rhoades IV was named Baylor University’s Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in 2016. Mack and Jed discuss, in Episode #92, Rhodes' vision for Baylor's athletic program...

Episode #91 Chris Granger from 2022-04-11T01:23:14

Chris Granger, CEO of Oak View Group Facilities, joins Jed Hughes for Episode #91. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, Granger oversees OVG Facilities, OVG Media & Confere...

Episode #90 Jerry Stackhouse from 2022-03-27T22:03:33

Jerry Stackhouse has quite the basketball resume and he joins Jed Hughes for Episode #90. After a high school career that included one season at famed Oak Hill Academy, Stackhouse returned to hi...

Episode #89 Federico Alaman from 2022-03-20T17:30:33

This week Jed is joined by sports, entertainment, and media executive Federico Alaman for Episode #89. As a race fan, Alaman talks listeners through his involvement in the return of a Formula 1 ...

Episode #88 Kathryn Carson from 2022-03-14T13:55:34

Jed Hughes is joined by Kathryn Carson for Episode #88. Carson has an extensive background in business and sports properties. Educated at Mount Holyoke College prior to 25-years at PepsiCo,...

Episode #87 Art Akers from 2022-03-06T22:32:10

Jed Hughes has the opportunity to reconnect with his first recruit as a football coach at UCLA, Art Akers, in Episode #87. Hughes recalls the recruitment of Akers, one of the top 10 pl...

Episode #86 Andrew Friedman from 2022-02-28T14:21:46

Andrew Friedman, the LA Dodgers' President of Baseball Operations, joins Jed Hughes for episode #86. Friedman received a baseball scholarship to Tulane University, where he played outfield,...

Episode #85 Bob Sutton from 2022-02-21T14:37:19

Veteran football coach at the collegiate and professional level, and current Jacksonville Jaguars defensive assistant, Bob Sutton joins Jed Hughes for episode #85. With 22 seasons in the NF...

Episode #84 Brian Kilmeade from 2022-02-14T00:04:01

Brian Kilmeade joins Jed Hughes this week to talk about his career in television that includes covering sporting events, news, elections, current events, and more. On weekdays he co-hosts shows ...

Episode #83 Tom Brady's Retirement from 2022-02-07T02:59:21

Last Tuesday, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady informed his team that he is retiring after 22 seasons in the NFL, the last two in Tampa. Rookie Robert Hainsey, the former Notre Dame of...

Episode #82 Matt Eberflus from 2022-02-01T00:21:35

The Chicago Bears named Matt Eberflus as their 17th head coach in franchise history and he joins Jed Hughes for Episode #82. Eberflus spent the past four seasons as Colts defensive coordinator a...

Episode #81 Running the Organization from 2022-01-24T03:06:49

Mark Murphy, Larry Baer, Tom Garfinkel, Tod Leiweke, and RC Buford all give their takes on what it takes to run a championship level organization.

Epiosde #80 Leadership Discussion from 2022-01-17T14:09:28

Bill Stromberg, Mark Shapiro, and Sam Kennedy join Jed to discuss how to be great leaders in the various different fields and spaces.

Episode #79 Scott Butera from 2022-01-09T21:23:34

Scott Butera, President of Fubo Gaming, joins Jed Hughes on Episode #79 . The two discuss the sports betting landscape and where Butera’s company fits in t...

Episode #78 Eric De Costa from 2022-01-02T23:14:39

Eric DeCosta, current Baltimore Ravens Executive Vice President and General Manager, talks about his career with the Ravens and loyalty to the organization. De Costa has been with the franchise ...

Episode #77 Playoff Bound Jim Harbaugh from 2021-12-27T01:12:37

Coach of the Year, Jim Harbaugh, discusses his next game mentality and what goes on behind the scenes during preparation for each game.

Episode #76 Eric Grubman from 2021-12-20T00:07:10

Eric Grubman, the former executive vice president of business operations at the National Football League, has John Collins to form a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) targeting the...

Episode #75 Andrew Berry from 2021-12-12T23:39:59

Jed Hughes welcomes Andrew Berry to discuss his transition from player to scout and front office executive. The youngest General Manager in the National Football League, Berry re-joined the Brow...

Rob Hainsey Weighs in on the Change at Notre Dame from 2021-12-06T12:16:13

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers took Robert Hainsey, the former Notre Dame offensive tackle, with their third-round pick with the 95th Pick of the 2021 NFL Draft. Rob joins Jed Hughes to discuss his tr...

Episode #73 Walt and TJ Downing discussing The Game from 2021-11-27T16:09:19

Our Big Game special, prior to the start of Michigan hosting Ohio State in the continuation of the best rivalry in college football, welcomes Walt and T.J. Downing. The only father-son comb...

Episode #72 Darren Eales from 2021-11-22T00:54:23

Darren Eales, born in England then turned All-American college athlete in the United States, is President of Atlanta United of Major League Soccer. Jed and Darren discuss the organization since ...

Episode #71 Jay Paterno from 2021-11-14T23:39:05

Jay Paterno spent 22 seasons coaching football including 17 years on the Penn State University staff. Jay joins Jed Hughes to discuss the past and current landscape of coaching college...

Episode #70 Mike Whan from 2021-11-07T23:19:13

As CEO, Mike Whan leads the USGA team and their work to champion and advance the game of golf by conducting global championships, delivering golfer engagement programs, broadening accessibility ...

Episode #69 Chaim Bloom from 2021-10-31T23:12:41

In 2019, Chaim Bloom was named Chief Baseball Officer for the Boston Red Sox. Bloom chats with Jed Hughes on Episode #69 about his time (2005-19) in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. Bloom has su...

Episode #68 Checking in on Jim Harbaugh from 2021-10-24T20:23:39

University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh joins us to discuss the program's rise into the top 10 of the national rankings and how he looks at each game on a week-to-week basis. Epi...

Episode #67 Kennedy, Baer, and Shapiro from 2021-10-17T23:49:08

As the Major League Baseball playoffs head to the American and National League Championship series, hear three executives discuss the variety of ways they support their organizations in ter...

Episode #66 Catching back up with John Harbaugh from 2021-10-11T01:08:54

In Week 2 of the NFL season, Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh made a late-game call on fourth-down against the defending AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs that proved to secure the win. On Episode ...

Episode #65 Erik Neander from 2021-10-03T23:18:18

Recently promoted to President, Baseball Operations of the Tampa Bay Rays, Erik Neander joins Jed Hughes for Episode #65. His tenure as senior vice president of baseball operations and...

Episode #64 Michael Dowse from 2021-09-26T23:15:56

Michael Dowse, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the United States Tennis Association, joins Jed Hughes after the recent completion of the U.S. Open in New York City. Episode #64...

Episode #63 Brian Lafemina from 2021-09-19T22:46:57

The 2028 Olympic Games hired former Washington Football team President of Business Operations and COO Brian Lafemina as its Chief Business Officer. Brian joins Jed to discuss the LA Games and hi...

Episode #62 Brian Burke from 2021-09-12T23:56:48

A Harvard Law School graduate, Brian Burke has spent 30+ years in the NHL as an executive. He joins Jed Hughes for Episode #62. Among Burke’s achievements is the 2007 Stanley Cup as GM of the An...

Episode #61 Carla Williams from 2021-08-29T19:52:06

Jed talks to Athletic Director at the University of Virginia, Carla Williams. Formerly, Carla was an All-SEC basketball player at the University of Georgia and in 2017 became the first African-A...

Episode #60 Gloria Nevarez from 2021-08-22T22:37:23

In 2018, Gloria Nevarez was hired as the commissioner of the NCAA's West Coast Conference. On Episode #60, Jed and Gloria discuss both past and current issues and advancements across her co...

Episode #59 Larry Baer from 2021-08-15T22:59:23

Joining the ownership group that saved the team from a move to Tampa Bay in late 1992, Larry Baer is now President & Chief Executive Officer of the San Francisco Giants. Inside Episode ...

Episode #58 Dr. Jim Bradley from 2021-08-09T01:09:57

Jed is joined by Dr. Jim Bradley, the head team orthopedic surgeon of the Pittsburgh Steelers for three decades. A great high school athlete, Dr. Bradley attended Penn State University begi...

Episode #57 Buzz Peterson from 2021-08-01T23:15:51

Jed and Buzz Peterson, Charlotte Hornets Assistant General Manager, discuss the North Carolina natives extensive resume. As a Division-I head coach, Peterson led Tulsa to the NIT championsh...

Episode #56 Philippe Moggio from 2021-07-18T23:51:21

Jed sits down with Philippe Moggio, General Secretary of CONCACAF (The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football). Moggio was hired away from the NBA league offi...

Episode #55 Brian O'Connor from 2021-07-12T01:13:33

On episode #55, Jed welcomes on the longtime Head Baseball Coach of the Univeristy of Virginia, Brian O’Connor.  They talk about Brian’s tenure at Virginia, his approach to player developme...

Episode #54 Phil de Picciotto from 2021-07-05T21:43:29

On episode #54 Jed welcomes Phil de Picciotto, Founder and President of Octagon, as they discuss the agency that has been at the forefront of the sports, music and entertainment industry for mor...

Episode #53 Tom Garfinkel from 2021-06-28T00:23:52

On Episode #53, Jed chats with Tom Garfinkel, who is vice chairman, president and CEO of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium. Garfinkel has led the business turnaround of the Dolphins inclu...

Episode #52 Jed Hughes from 2021-06-20T18:15:38

In honor of Father's Day, we have a unique episode. We will go through Jed's journey from high school physical education teacher, to numerous different coaching stops, and his career in search. ...

Episode #51 Sam Kennedy from 2021-06-13T22:25:29

On episode 51, Jed welcomes Sam Kennedy CEO of Fenway sports and entertainment, Jed explores his incredible journey in his home town and winning world championships with Liverpool football club ...

Episode #50 Tim Pernetti from 2021-06-06T20:06:22

On episode #50 Jed welcomes on the COO of IMG Performance, Tim Pernetti. They talk about Tim’s time as the athletic director of Rutgers, including joining the Big Ten conference. Tim talks about...

Episode #49 Val Ackerman from 2021-05-30T23:43:30

On episode #49 Jed welcomes on the commissioner of the Big East Conference, Val Ackerman. They discuss Val’s background, her career stops and the evolving world of intercollegiate athletics.

Episode #48 Tubby Smith from 2021-05-24T00:09:04

On episode #48 Jed welcomes on the head basketball coach of High Point University, Tubby Smith. Tubby talks about his family and how he was introduced to basketball. They talk about Tubby’s expe...

Episode #47 Ray Anderson from 2021-05-17T02:21:38

On episode #47 Jed speaks with the Athletic Director of Arizona State University, Ray Anderson. Ray talks about his transition into the world of intercollegiate athletics and gives us a peek beh...

Episode #46 Joe Castiglione from 2021-05-10T00:23:34

On episode #46 Jed speaks with the Athletic Director of Oklahoma, Joe Castiglione. They talk about what goes into running an athletic department and the unique challenges of the role. They also ...

Episode #45 Rob and Ron Hainsey from 2021-05-02T20:22:52

On episode #45 Jed speaks with Rob and Ron Hainsey who talk about the thrill and experience of Rob just being selected by the Buccaneers in the NFL draft. They talk about Rob’s journey through I...

Episode #44 Cesar Ruiz from 2021-04-25T16:04:29

On episode #44, Jed welcomes on former Michigan football player and 2020 first round draft pick of the New Orleans Saints, Cesar Ruiz. Cesar talks about his upbringing and his time playing at IM...

Episode #43 Rick Welts from 2021-04-18T22:50:40

On episode #43, Jed welcomes on the Former President and COO of the Golden State Warriors, Rick Welts. Rick talks about the success he was a part of with the Warriors, and how he helped transfor...

Episode #42 Troy Vincent from 2021-04-12T01:06:18

On episode #42, Jed welcomes on the NFL’s EVP of Football Operations, Troy Vincent. Troy talks about his career and the unique roles he has had within football. They discuss the current state of...

Episode #41 Bill Stromberg from 2021-04-04T23:46:55

On episode #41, Jed welcomes on the President and CEO of T. Rowe Price, Bill Stromberg. The duo discuss mentorship and what goes into leading a large-scale organization. Bill also discusses the ...

Episode #40 John Gallagher from 2021-03-22T16:24:26

On episode #40 Jed welcomes on the Head Men’s Basketball coach at the University of Hartford, John Gallagher. They talk about the preparation for Hartford’s first ever NCAA tournament appearance...

Episode #39 David Baker from 2021-03-08T00:48:21

On episode #39 Jed welcomes on the President of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, David Baker. They discuss David’s long and winging career journey - including being the commissioner of the Arena F...

Episode #38 Dr. Moshood Martins M.S from 2021-02-28T23:08:53

On episode #38 Jed welcomes on former University of Houston basketball player, Moshood Martins. They discuss Mo’s basketball career and talk about how Mo pivoted careers into the world of dentis...

Episode #37 George Pyne from 2021-02-21T23:08:53

On episode #37, Jed welcomes on the CEO of Bruin Sports Capital, George Pyne. They discuss George’s career, including leading NASCAR and IMG. George talks about the dynamics of running a sports-...

Episode #36 Andy Enfield from 2021-02-15T14:10:07

On episode #36, Jed welcomes on the Head Men’s Basketball Coach of USC, Andy Enfield. They discuss how Andy got involved in the game of basketball, and how his unique career path ultimately led ...

Episdoe #35 Joe Purzycki from 2021-02-08T04:04:19

On episode #35, Jed welcomes on former football coach and friend Joe Purzycki. They discuss Joe’s background, playing football at Delaware and being named the first white coach of a HBCU at Dela...

Episode #34 Chris McGowan from 2021-02-01T00:53:33

On episode #34, Jed welcomes on the CEO of Vulcan Sports + Entertainment, Chris McGowan. They discuss Chris’ career including stops at AEG and the Portland Trailblazers before assuming the role ...

Episode #33 Michael Warren from 2021-01-25T00:42:19

On episode #33, Jed welcomes on the legendary Mike Warren from Hill Street Blues! They discuss Mike’s time playing for John Wooden at UCLA, and being a 2-time team captain. Mike talks about lead...

Episode #32 Sandy Alderson from 2021-01-17T23:17:42

On episode #32 Jed welcomes on future MLB Hall of Famer, Sandy Alderson. They discuss how Sandy wound up working in Major League Baseball, and how his experience as a lawyer led to an opportunit...

Episode #31 Trace Armstrong from 2021-01-11T01:25:43

On episode #31 Jed welcomes on Trace Armstrong. They discuss Trace’s career including playing college and NFL football, and serving as President of the NFLPA. The two dig into the process of wor...

Episode #30 Rocky Bleier from 2021-01-03T22:25:08

On episode #30, Jed welcomes on former Pittsburgh Steeler, Rocky Bleier. They discuss the origins of “The Rock” nickname, and how Rocky paused his NFL career to serve in the Army. Rocky discusse...

Spisode #29 Dana Altman from 2020-12-28T02:07:29

On episode #29, Jed welcomes on the Head Men’s Basketball Coach of Oregon, Dana Altman. They discuss how Dana and the team have adapted over the course of 2020. Additionally, they discuss Dana’s...

Episode #28 Brian Gutekunst from 2020-12-21T02:07:46

On episode #28, Jed welcomes on the General Manager of the Green Bay Packers, Brian Gutekunst. They discuss Brian’s development as a football executive, including his learnings from Ron Wolf. Br...

Episode #27 John Beilein from 2020-12-14T00:57:23

On episode #27, Jed welcomes on John Beilein. They discuss John’s winding journey to becoming a big-time Division 1 and the qualities that made him successful at multiple different destinations....

Episode #26 Dr. Rick Celebrini from 2020-12-07T00:17:22

On episode #26, Jed welcomes on Dr. Rick Celebrini, the Director of Sports Medicine and Performance for the Golden State Warriors. Rick and Jed discuss the sports science movement across profess...

Episode #25 Daryl Morey from 2020-11-29T23:59:09

On episode #25, Jed welcomes on Daryl Morey, the President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers. The two discuss Daryl’s journey from MIT to the NBA, and how he built a perennial ...

Episode #24 Mark Richt from 2020-11-22T22:32:26

On episode #24, Jed welcomes onto the show Mark Richt, the former Head Coach of the University of Miami and University of Georgia. The two discuss Mark’s early career experiences and how he cons...

Episode #23 Andy Reid from 2020-11-15T22:39:25

On episode #23, Jed welcomes on the Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid. The two discuss Andy’s early career experiences and who helped shaped him from a coaching and personnel persp...

Episode #22 Matt Rhule from 2020-11-09T00:25:55

On episode #22, Jed welcomes on the Head Coach of the Carolina Panthers, Matt Rhule. The two discuss Matt’s early career experiences at Temple and the New York Giants, including how he rebuilt a...

Episode #21 John Dorsey from 2020-11-02T00:21:28

On episode #21, Jed welcomes on former NFL General Manager, John Dorsey. The two discuss John’s early years in the league, and who helped develop him from a mentor perspective. John elaborates o...

Episode #20 Sandy Montag from 2020-10-25T22:37

For episode #20, Jed welcomes on Sandy Montag, the CEO of The Montag Group. Sandy discusses starting his career traveling cross-country with John Madden to start his career, the evolution of the...

Episode #19 Oliver Luck from 2020-10-18T23:51:04

On episode #19, Jed welcomes on Oliver Luck. The two discuss Oliver’s unique career stops, including working for multiple start-up leagues and the NCAA. They dig into topics including leadership...

Episode #18 Michelle Marciniak from 2020-10-11T20:23:44

On episode #18, Jed welcomes on entrepreneur, Michelle Marciniak. They discuss Michelle’s career journey, starting as a highly touted recruit who ultimately played hoops for the legendary Pat Su...

Episode #17 Dr. Bill Parham from 2020-10-04T22:55:35

On episode #17, Jed welcomes on the Director of the NBA Players Association’s new Mental Health and Wellness program, Dr. William Parham. They discuss the challenges associated with mental healt...

Episode #16 Tony Dungy from 2020-09-27T20:07:01

On podcast episode #16, Jed welcomes on former NFL coach and Hall of Famer, Tony Dungy. Tony talks about his core values, approach to leadership, and how the people around him early in his coach...

Episode #15 Derek Falvey from 2020-09-20T19:59:26

On podcast episode #15, Jed welcomes on the president of baseball operations for the Minnesota Twins, Derek Falvey. The two discuss Derek’s career path leading to his current role, and how he ha...

Episode #14 John Schneider from 2020-09-13T20:49:43

On podcast episode #14, Jed welcomes on the general manager of the Seattle Seahawks, John Schneider. They discuss building a sustainable organization in Seattle, John’s relationship with Pete Ca...

Episode #13 John Harbaugh from 2020-09-08T01:22:35

On podcast episode #13, Jed welcomes on the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, John Harbaugh. John discusses how he has evolved as a football coach, his leadership philosophy, and how he has at...

Episode #12 David Stearns from 2020-08-30T21:49:43

On podcast episode #12, Jed welcomes on the president of baseball operations and general manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, David Stearns. David talks about his experience in Milwaukee reshaping ...

Episode #11 Shaka Smart from 2020-08-23T20:11:25

On episode #11 Jed welcomes on the Head Basketball Coach at the University of Texas, Shaka Smart. Shake discusses his long winding road to Texas, and some of his unique stops along the way. The ...

Episode #10 Jim Hackett from 2020-08-16T20:33:30

On episode #10 of the Jed Hughes podcast, Jed welcomes on Jim Hackett, the CEO of Ford Motor Company. They discuss Jim’s unique executive background, and the experiences he had at Steelcase, the...

Episode #9 Tod Leiweke from 2020-08-09T21:53:11

On episode #9, Jed welcomes Tod Leiweke, the CEO and President of the Seattle Kraken. The two discuss the new Seattle Hockey franchise, and how his past experiences working in the NFL, NBA and N...

Episode #8 Marcus Elliott from 2020-08-02T22:55:46

On episode #8, Jed welcomes on Dr. Marcus Elliott, the Founder and Director of P3, who is Harvard trained physician specializing in performance enhancement and the development of elite athletes....

Episode #7 Luis Sharpe from 2020-07-27T01:33:01

For episode #7, Jed is joined by former professional football player, Luis Sharpe. The two reminisce on the time they both spent at UCLA, and Luis goes deep into the adversity he’s faced through...

Episode #6 Mark Murphy from 2020-07-19T20:43:53

On episode #6, Jed welcomes on the CEO of the Green Bay Packers, Mark Murphy. Mark discusses his unique career trajectory across both intercollegiate and professional sports, dating back to his ...

Episode #4 Kevin Warren from 2020-07-14T13:10:28

On Episode #4, Jed welcomes Big Ten Commissioner, Kevin Warren. Early lessons from Kevin’s mother and grandmother provided him the skills necessary to navigate the complex racial issues he would en...

Episode #5 Mark Shapiro from 2020-07-12T21:57:03

For episode #5, Jed welcomes the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Blue Jays, Mark Shapiro. Hughes and Shapiro discuss the evolution of baseball and the implementation of a hi...

Episode #3 Jay Wright from 2020-07-05T20:48:38

On episode #3 of The Jed Hughes Podcast, Jed welcomes the Head Basketball Coach of Villanova University, Jay Wright. The two discuss Wright’s ascent from working basketball camps at Villanova to...

Episode #2 RC Buford from 2020-06-28T22:56:34

On episode #2 of The Jed Hughes Podcast, Jed welcomes the longtime General Manager and architect of the San Antonio Spurs, RC Buford. RC discusses the evolution of the Spurs’ organization and ho...

Episode #1: Jim Harbaugh from 2020-06-21T18:54:05

Jed Hughes welcomes Michigan Head Football Coach, Jim Harbaugh on the first episode of the Jed Hughes Podcast. Jed and Jim discuss all things football, dating back to Jim's days as an unpaid ass...