Podcasts by The Sport Psych Show

#262 Dr Ian Peek - Ill Mental Health: The Dark Side of Professional Sport from 2023-12-11T04:30

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#261 Prof Mark Williams&Prof Nicola Hodges - A Skill Acquisition Framework for Excellence from 2023-12-04T04:30

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#260 Dr Daniel Fortin-Guichard - What Makes a Great Athlete? Psychological Characteristics of Talented Players from 2023-11-27T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr Daniel Fortin-Guichard this week. Daniel works as a Postdoc fellow at the University of Toro...

#259 Dr Keith McShan&Dr Whitney Moore - The Coach-Athlete Relationship From the Coaches’ Perspective from 2023-11-20T04:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr Keith McShan and Dr Whitney Moore. We talk about coach-athlete relationships.

#258 Dr Mark Aoyagi - Exploring Performance Excellence from 2023-11-13T04:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Mark Aoyagi this week. Mark is the Co-Director of the Master’s programme in Sport and Performa...

#257 Dr Alison Maitland&Jenna Ashford - Achieving Your Potential in Sport and Life from 2023-11-06T04:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr Alison Maitland and Jenna Ashford to talk about their new book “Drop the Struggle: A Trans...

#256 Dr James Munnik&Prof Leon Van Niekerk - Developing Psychological Skills and Rational Thinking from 2023-10-30T03:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr James Munnik and Prof Leon Van Niekerk.

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#255 Dr Chris Mesagno - Choking Interventions in Sports from 2023-10-23T03:30

On this week’s episode I speak to Dr Chris Mesagno. Ch...

#254 Dr Ella McLoughlin&Dr Rachel Arnold - How Stressors Influence Sport Performers’ Health, Well-being, and Performance from 2023-10-16T03:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr Ella McLoughlin and Dr Rachel Arnold. We discuss a paper that was led by Ella which examin...

#253 Dr Steve Ingham - Supporting Champions from 2023-10-09T03:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Steve Ingham this week. Steve has spent his career immersed in high performance having provide...

#252 Dr Jon Rhodes - Tools to Help you Make Good Decisions from 2023-10-02T03:30

I’m joined by Dr Jon Rhodes in this episode. Jon is an Associate Lecturer in Motivational Psychology and Sport Psychology a...

#251 Dr Carla Edwards - Athlete Maltreatment in Sport from 2023-09-25T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Carla Edwards in this week’s episode. Carla is a psychiatrist who...

#250 Dr Mitch Greene - Managing Mind Chatter and Winning the Mental Game from 2023-09-18T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to licensed clinical and sport psychologist, Dr Mitch Greene in this week’s episode. Mitch is...

#249 Dr Billy Low - Pressure Training from 2023-09-04T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Billy Low in this week’s episode. Billy is As...

#248 Dr Brendan SueSee&Dr Shane Pill - The Spectrum of Teaching Styles Part 2 from 2023-08-28T03:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr Brendan SueSee and Dr Shane Pill. We continue the conversation on the spectrum of teaching...

#247 Dr Scott Goldman - Exploring Leadership from 2023-08-21T03:30

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#246 Cailie McGuire&Dr Daniel Brown - Examining Thriving in Sport from 2023-08-07T03:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Cailie McGuire and Dr Daniel Brown about thriving in sport.

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#245 Dr Andrew Kirkland - Considering Biopsychosocial Factors in Sporting Environments from 2023-07-31T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Andrew Kirkland in this w...

#244 Dr Jerry Lynch&John O’Sullivan - The Champion Teammate from 2023-07-24T03:30

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#243 Dr Elizabeth King - Navigating Team Resilience from 2023-07-17T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Elizabeth King in this we...

#242 Prof Marc Jones, Dr Carla Meijen&Dr Martin Turner - The Theory of Challenge and Threat States in Athletes from 2023-07-10T03:30

In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Prof Marc Jones, Dr Listen

#241 Doug Lemov - Reading the Game from 2023-07-03T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to educator and author Doug Lem...

#240 Dr Kathryn Johnston&Prof Joe Baker - The Impact of Language and Terminology on Athlete Development from 2023-06-26T03:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Dr Kathryn Johnston and Prof Joe Baker.

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#239 Prof Greg Whyte OBE&Prof Andrew Lane - Unstoppable: Inside the Mind of the Extreme Triathlete from 2023-06-12T03:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Prof Andrew Lane and Prof Greg Whyte OBE.

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#238 Dr Peter Sear - Empathic Leadership from 2023-05-29T03:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Peter Sear in this episode. Peter is the founder of The Empathi...

#237 Dr Robin Taylor&Dr Jamie Taylor - An Evidence-Informed Coaching Perspective from 2023-05-15T03:30

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#236 Amy Price - Building Coaches' Knowledge of Game Understanding from 2023-05-01T03:30

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#235 Dr Matt Hoffmann - Athlete-to-Athlete Mentoring from 2023-04-24T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr Matt Hoffmann in this episode. Matt is Assistant Professor in...

#234 Dr Andrew Abraham - Professional Judgement and Decision Making in Coaching from 2023-04-17T03:30

I am delighted to welcome back Dr Andrew Abraham to the show this week. Andrew is Head of De...

#233 Richard Nugent - Leadership: Aligning Strategy and Culture from 2023-04-10T03:30

I’m delighted to welcome back Richard Nugent to the show. Richard is founder and MD of Twent...

#232 Dr Shane Pill - The Spectrum of Teaching Styles from 2023-04-03T03:30

In this episode I’m joined by Dr Shane Pill. Shane is one of Australia's leading coach educators and developers, and though...

#231 Danielle Cormier&Dr Kent Kowalski - Self-Compassion in Sport from 2023-03-27T03:30

I am delighted to be joined by Danielle Cormier and Dr Kent Kowalski in this week’s episode....

#230 Aaron Walsh - Incorporating Mental Skills into a Team Environment from 2023-03-20T03:30

In this episode I’m joined by Performance Coach, Aaron Walsh. Aaron’s primary focus areas are mental performance, leadershi...

#229 Barnaby Sargent Megicks - Talent Development Environments: Exploring Best Practices from 2023-03-13T03:30

In this episode, I’m joined by Barnaby Sargent Megicks. Barney is a PhD Student in Sport Coaching at Leeds Beckett Universi...

#228 Henrik Herrebroden - Exploring Attentional Focus from 2023-03-06T04:30

In this episode, I’m joined by Henrik Herrebroden. Henrik is a sport psychologist and PhD fellow at the University of Oslo....

#227 Prof Chris Cushion, Prof Stephen Harvey&Dr Ed Cope - A Flexible Approach to Coaching from 2023-02-27T04:30

In this episode I welcome back Prof...

#226 Dr Martin Turner - The Art of Rational Thinking in Sport from 2023-02-20T04:30

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Martin Turner. Martin is a Reader in Psychology at The Manchester Metropolitan University...

#225 Bernadette Kellermann - Exploring Mental States in Performance from 2023-02-13T04:30

In this episode I speak with Bernadette Kellermann. Bernadette is a Performance Psychology PhD student at the University of...

#224 Dr Dale Whelehan - Managing Fatigue from 2023-02-06T04:30

I speak with Dr Dale Whelehan in this episode. Dale is a Behaviour Scientist and Chartered Physiotherapist graduate from Trinity College, Dublin. His research focuses on the relationship between...

#223 Dr Kieran File - How Language Shapes Relationships in Sport from 2023-01-30T04:30

In this episode I speak with Dr Kieran File. Kieran is Associate Professor in Applied Linguistics at University of Warwick. Kieran’s main interest is in language use in high performance sporting...

#222 Lindsey Hamilton - Exploring Failure from 2023-01-23T04:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Lindsey Hamilton. Lindsey is Head of Mental Conditioning at IMG Academy where she leads, develops, and facilitates a team of 12 mental conditioning coaches th...

#221 Dr Michael Ashford&Dr Loel Collins - Professional Judgement and Decision-Making from 2023-01-16T04:30

I am delighted to be joined by Dr Mike Ashford and Dr Loel Collins in this episode. Both Mike and Loel lecture at Edinburgh University. Loel is the Programme Director for MSc Performance Coachin...

#220 Kevin Smith, Dr Con Burns&Dr Ed Coughlan - Examining a New Approach to Coaching from 2023-01-09T04:30

In this week’s episode I’m delighted to be joined by Kevin Smith, Dr Con Burns and Dr Ed Coughlan. We discuss a new paper Kevin, Con, Ed, and a number of other authors have written entitled “How...

#219 Sarah Broadhead - A Sportsperson’s Guide to Mental Health and Wellbeing from 2022-12-26T04:30

In this episode I speak with chartered occupational psychologist, Sarah Broadhead. Sarah is Director and founder of Broadhead Performance which aims to give individuals and organisations in spor...

#218 Blaine McKenna - Coaching People from Different Cultures and Backgrounds from 2022-12-19T04:30

I speak with Blaine McKenna in this episode. Blaine is a UEFA A soccer coach, former academy director and author. Having completed his Masters is Sport Psychology, Blaine started to incorporate ...

#217 Prof Joe Baker - How Talent Compels and Limits Athletic Achievement from 2022-12-05T04:35

This week I’m delighted to speak to Prof Joe Baker. Joe is the Head of the Lifespan Performance Laboratory in the School of Kinesiology and Health Science, at York University, Canada. Previously...

#216 Dr Nicky Keay - Hormones, Health and Human Performance from 2022-12-04T04:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Dr Nicky Keay. Nicky is an Exercise Endocrinologist and an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Medicine at University College London. Previously, Nicky was a Resear...

#215 Dr Julie Johnston&Joseph Stanford - Coaching Generation Z Athletes from 2022-11-21T04:30

I speak with Dr Julie Johnston and Joseph Stanford in this episode.

Julie is a Senior Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. Her research focuses on behav...

#214 Dr Martin Erikstad - As Many as Possible for as Long as Possible: Fostering Engagement and Participation in Sport from 2022-11-14T04:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Martin Erikstad. Martin is a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Agder in Norway. His areas of interest are coaching, transformational leadershi...

#213 Dr Ross Wadey&Dr Melissa Day - The Psychology Behind Athlete Injury from 2022-11-07T04:30

In this episode I’m delighted to speak with Dr Ross Wadey and Dr Melissa Day,

Ross is a Professor in Sport Psychology at St Mary’s University. Ross’s research is at the forefront of advan...

#212 Dr Matthew Scott, Prof Paul Holmes&Dr David Wright - Exploring the use of Motor Imagery in Sport from 2022-10-31T03:30

I'm delighted to speak with Dr Matthew Scott, Prof Paul Holmes and Dr David Wright in this episode.  

Matt is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of British Columbia in the S...

#211 Adam Commens - Developing High-Performance Environments to Help Athletes Flourish from 2022-10-24T03:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Adam Commens. Adam is the High Performance Director of the Belgium Hockey Federation. Adam is a former player himself, having represented the Australian Men’s...

#210 Marketa Simova&Richard Simpson - Well-Being: One Size Does Not Fit All from 2022-10-17T03:30

In this episode I’m delighted to speak with Marketa Simova and Richard Simpson.

Marketa is a PhD researcher at Sheffield Hallam University. Marketa’s research explores the mental health a...

#209 Peter Moores&Chris Marshall - Singing from the Same Song Sheet: Coaches and Sport Psychologists Working Together from 2022-10-10T03:30

I'm honoured to speak with Peter Moores and Chris Marshall in this episode.  

Peter is a former first-class cricketer who played for the England Cricket Team. Peter moved into coaching an...

#208 Dr Tom Mitchell - How to Build a Psychosocial Development Programme from 2022-10-03T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Tom Mitchell this week. Tom is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Coaching at Leeds Beckett University.

Tom’s research interest is in the lived experiences of youth a...

#207 Steafan Deery&Dr Kyle Paradis - Exploring Leadership Styles from 2022-09-26T03:30

I'm delighted to speak with Steafan Deery and Dr Kyle Paradis in this episode.  

Steafan is completing his PhD on Leadership and Team Dynamics at Ulster University. He is also a PE lectur...

#206 Prof Nicola Hodges&Dr Keith Lohse - The Difference Between Learning and Performing from 2022-09-19T03:30

In this episode I welcome back Professor Nicola Hodges. This time Nikki is joined by Dr Keith Lohse.

Nikki is a Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver in the Sch...

#205 Michael Passaportis&Dr Daniel Brown - Creating Environments for Thriving from 2022-09-05T03:30

I speak with Michael Passaportis and Dr Daniel Brown in this episode.

Michael is a lecturer at the University of Sussex in Sport and Exercise Psychology. He is also completing his doctora...

#204 Dr Leisha Strachan - Promoting Positive Youth Development from 2022-08-29T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Leisha Strachan this week. Leisha is a Professor and is serving as Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Manag...

#203 Dr Emma Mosley - Using Heart Rate Variability in Sport from 2022-08-22T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Emma Mosley this week. Emma is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Psychology in the Department of Sport Science and Performance at Solent University, Southampton.

Emm...

#202 Prof Andrew Lane - Measuring the Effectiveness of Psychological Skills from 2022-08-01T03:30

This week I’m delighted to speak to Prof Andrew Lane. Andy is a BASES accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist, a Chartered Sport Psychologist registered with the HCPC, and a Professor at the Uni...

#201 Prof Elaine Fox - Harnessing the Power of Mental Agility from 2022-07-25T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Prof Elaine Fox this week. Elaine is the Head of School of Psychology at the University of Adelaide. Prior to that Elaine was at The University of Oxford for 12 years w...

#200 Trevor Whyte - Leading a Team During Covid: Sport Psychology Techniques in Action from 2022-07-18T03:30

Something a bit different for this 200th episode of The Sport Psych Show. This week I speak to Trevor Whyte. Trevor has worked in hospitals as a Respiratory Therapist since 2006 having spent tim...

#199 Dr Alexander T. Latinjak - Self-Talk in Sport from 2022-07-11T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Alexander T. Latinjak this week. Alexander is an Associate Professor in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Suffolk. 

In his youth, Alexander w...

#198 Dr Laura Healy&Joseph Stanford - Understanding Personality Traits Within Coach-Athlete Relationships from 2022-07-04T03:30

I speak with Dr Laura Healy and Joseph Stanford in this episode.

Laura is a Senior Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. Her research explores how to opt...

#197 Prof Tim Rees - The Difference Between Super-Elite and Elite Athletes from 2022-06-27T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Prof Tim Rees this week. Tim is a Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation and Sport Sciences at Bournemouth University, a Higher Education Academy Fellow, a Briti...

#196 Jay DeMerit - 9th Division to the Premier League: How to Work Your Way to the Top from 2022-06-20T03:30

I speak to Jay DeMerit in this week’s episode. Jay is a retired professional soccer player having played in the Premier League and USMNT. He played for Watford F.C over six seasons, including on...

#195 Prof Mark Beauchamp - Helping Athletes to Succeed, Thrive and Perform from 2022-06-13T03:30

In this episode I speak to Prof Mark Beauchamp. Mark is a Professor at The University of British Colombia. His research primarily focuses on the social psychology of groups within health, exerci...

#194 Doug Lemov - The Coach’s Guide to Teaching Part 2 from 2022-06-06T03:30

In this episode I’m delighted to welcome back teacher, teaching mentor and bestselling author, Doug Lemov to the show.  

Doug studies high performing teachers and what it is they do that ...

#193 Steve Magness - Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness from 2022-05-30T03:30

I’m delighted to welcome Steve Magness back to the show this week. Steve is a world-renowned expert on performance. He has served as a consultant on mental skills development for professional sp...

#192 Dr Keagen Hadley - Overcoming the Psychological Challenges of Injury from 2022-05-23T03:30

I speak to Dr Keagen Hadley in this week’s episode. Keagen is an occupational therapy doctor who specialises in using psychological treatments such as ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to ...

#191 Dr Lee Hancock - Tools to Help Develop Talent from 2022-05-16T03:30

I speak to Dr Lee Hancock in this week’s episode. Lee is a professor in kinesiology at California State University, Dominguez HillsListen

#190 Prof Rosemary Purcell&Dr Courtney Walton - Promoting Mental Wellbeing in Sport from 2022-05-09T03:30

I speak with Prof Rosemary Purcell & Dr Courtney Walton in this week’s episode.

Rosie is Director of Knowledge Translation at Orygen. She is also the Deputy Head of Department of the Cent...

#189 Dr Desmond McEwan - Why Teamwork Breaks Down (and Ways to Fix it) from 2022-05-02T03:30

I speak to Dr Desmond McEwan in this week’s episode. Desi is a Chartered Psychologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Bath. His research...

#188 Ross Ensor – Implementing a Game Sense Approach from 2022-04-25T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to coach, researcher and educator, Ross Ensor in this week’s episode. Ross is a PhD researcher in Sports Coaching at Loughborough University. He has experience with grassr...

#187 Dr Trish Jackman&Rebecca Hawkins - Exploring Motivation: Setting the Right Goals from 2022-04-18T03:30

I speak with Dr Trish Jackman and Rebecca Hawkins in this episode. Both Trish and Rebecca are Senior Lecturers in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Lincoln.

Trish’s resea...

#186 Dr Brandon Orr - Directing Attention and Being Task-Focused from 2022-04-11T03:30

I speak to Dr Brandon Orr in this week’s episode. Brandon is a Sport and Performance Psychology Specialist with 20 years’ experience coaching, educating, and training individuals and teams in ex...

#185 Dr Jerry Lynch - The Way of the Champion from 2022-04-04T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to performance, leadership and coaching expert, Dr Jerry Lynch in this week’s episode. Jerry has been coaching for an incredible 58 years. Jerry helps people of all ages a...

#184 Dr Karen Treisman MBE - How to be More Trauma, Adversity and Culturally Informed from 2022-03-28T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Karen Treisman MBE in this week’s episode. Karen is an award winning, highly specialised clinical psychologist and trauma specialist.

Karen is the founder of ...

#183 Dr Stephen Harvey - Teaching Games for Understanding from 2022-03-21T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Stephen Harvey in this week’s episode. Stephen is Professor in Sport Pedagogy at Ohio University. His research is focused on teacher/coach pedagogy and practice and ...

#182 Christian Swann – The Intricacies of Goal Setting from 2022-03-14T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Christian Swann in this week’s episode. Christian is Associate Professor in Psychology at Southern Cross University, Australia.

Christian’s research areas are in...

#181 Dr Colum Cronin – Care in Sport Coaching from 2022-03-07T04:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Colum Cronin in this episode. Colum is Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and Sport Coaching at Liverpool John Moores University. Colum’s research concerns youth ...

#180 Prof Kristoffer Henriksen – Being ‘All In’: 6 Ways To Help Athletes Succeed from 2022-02-28T04:30

I’m delighted to speak to Prof Kristoffer Henriksen in this week’s episode. Kristoffer is Head of the Listen

#179 Dr John Stoszkowski&Dr Danny Massaro - Thinking Critically from 2022-02-21T04:30

I speak with Dr John Stoszkowski and Dr Danny Massaro in this episode.

Danny is widely recognised as one of the best squash coaches in the United Kingdom. He coached his wife, world champ...

#178 Dr Fiona Leggat and Dr Sean Figgins - Understanding Problematic Players from 2022-02-14T04:30

I speak with Dr Fiona Leggat and Dr Sean Figgins in this episode.

Fiona is a Research Associate at Kingston and St Georges University London. She completed her MSc in Sport and Exercise P...

#177 Dr Nate Zinsser – The Confident Mind from 2022-02-07T04:30

I’m delighted to speak to sport and performance psychology expert, author, and speaker, Dr Nate Zinsser this week. Nate has been at the forefront of applied sport psychology for over thirty year...

#176 Dr Ed Coughlan – Embrace the Chaos! from 2022-01-31T04:30

I’m so excited to speak with the very first Sport Psych Show guest, Dr Ed Coughlan this week.  Ed is widely acknowledged as one of the top skills coaches working in elite sport today. He is a se...

#175 Dr Michael Ashford - Decision Making Processes in Team Sports from 2022-01-24T04:30

I am delighted to be joined by Mike Ashford in this episode. Mike is a lecturer in Sport Coaching at Coventry University. His research interests include player and coach decision making, coach d...

#174 Dr Bryan McCann – Perceived Influences on Player Motivation from 2022-01-17T04:30

I speak to BPS Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist and HCPC Practitioner Psychologist, Dr Bryan McCann in this episode. Bryan is a lecturer in Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University. ...

#173 Dr Matthew Schweickle – The Psychology of Clutch Performances from 2022-01-10T04:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Matthew Schweickle in this week’s episode. Matt is a post-doctoral research associate at the University of Wollongong. Matt’s particular area of interest is clutch p...

#172 Dr Scott Goldman – Flexible Thinking for a Competitive Mindset from 2021-12-27T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome back licensed clinical psychologist and sport psychologist, Dr Scott Goldman in this episode.

Scott started out at the University of Arizona where was one of the ...

#171 Dr Amy Whitehead&Jenny Coe – Myths of Sport Coaching from 2021-12-20T04:30

I speak with Dr Amy Whitehead and Jenny Coe in this episode. Amy is a Reader in Sport Psychology and Coaching and teaches across the Sport Coaching, Physical Education and Sport Psychology progr...

#170 Dr Oliver Runswick – Motor Development and Anticipation from 2021-12-13T04:30

I speak with Dr Oliver Runswick in this episode. Ollie is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Performance Psychology at King's College London. His research focuses on understanding and enhancing...

#169 Dr Karen Howells&Holly Bradshaw - The Need for Better Support Systems in Sport from 2021-12-06T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr Karen Howells and Holly Bradshaw in this episode. Karen is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Cardiff Metropolitan University. She is a Chartere...

#168 Dr Jamie Taylor - Optimising Experiences in Talent Development Environments from 2021-11-29T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr Jamie Taylor in this episode. Jamie is a senior coach developer at Grey Matters, a company specialising in performance enhancement and coaching development for ind...

#167 Dr Mustafa Sarkar - How to Create a Psychologically Safe Environment from 2021-11-22T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome Dr Mustafa Sarkar back on the show. Mustafa is Associate Professor of Sport and Performance Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. His main area of research is on in...

#166 Prof Laurence Alison&Dr Neil Shortland – How to Become a Better Decision-Maker from 2021-11-15T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Professor Laurence Alison and Dr Neil Shortland in this episode.

Laurence is Chair of Forensic and Investigative Psychology at Liverpool University. He is a le...

#165 Dr Gillian Cook - How Effective Leaders Create Optimal Conditions for Others to Thrive from 2021-11-08T04:30

I speak to Dr Gillian Cook in this week’s episode. Gillian is a Lecturer in Sport and Performance Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University. She is a British Psychological Society (BPS) Cha...

#164 Prof Peter Clough, Doug Strycharczyk&Dr John Perry - Mental Toughness from 2021-11-01T03:30

In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Prof Peter Clough, Doug Strycharczyk and Dr John Perry who have come on to talk about the newly released 3rd edition of the brilliant book Developi...

#163 Craig Morris&Elliott Newell – Performance and Well-Being from 2021-10-25T03:30

In this episode I welcome back sport and performance scientist Elliott Newell. This time Elliott is joined by Olympic Canoe Slalom Coach at British Canoeing, Craig Morris.  

Elliott is cu...

#162 Prof Adam Nicholls - Psychology in Sports Coaching from 2021-10-18T03:30

I speak to Prof Adam Nicholls in this week’s episode. Adam is a professor of sport psychology at the University of Hull.

Adam’s research is supported by more than £1.1 million as a princi...

#161 Niels Feddersen - A Holistic Ecological Approach to Talent Development from 2021-09-27T03:30

I speak to Niels Feddersen in this week’s episode. Niels is a postdoctoral researcher in sports science at Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Niels studies organisational culture an...

#160 Dr Suzanne Brown - Mental Health in Sport from 2021-09-20T03:30

I speak to Dr Suzanne Brown in this week’s episode. Suzanne is a clinical psychologist specialising in mental health and performance. She works with individuals in one-...

#159 Amy Williams MBE - Talent to Triumph from 2021-09-13T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Amy Williams MBE in this week’s episode. Amy was a Gold Medal winner in the women's Skeleton  2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. She won Great Britain’s first gold medal i...

#158 Dr Ed Cope&Prof Chris Cushion - Redefining Direct Instruction in Coaching Part 2 from 2021-09-06T03:30

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Ed Cope & Prof Chris Cushion.

Ed is a lecturer in Sport Coaching at Loughborough University. He completed his BSc in Sport Coaching from Leeds Beckett Un...

#157 Dr Camilla Knight - Creating a Parent-Positive Environment from 2021-08-30T03:30

I speak to Dr Camilla Knight in this week’s episode. Camilla is a professor at Swansea University specialising in sport psychology, particularly in youth sport. Her particular area of interest i...

#156 Dr Alex Auerbach - Creating Healthy High-Performance Environments from 2021-08-23T03:30

I’m delighted to speak to Dr Alex Auerbach in this week’s episode. Alex is the Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors, where he is responsible for all things mental health,...

#155 Dr Marina Harris&Shameema Yousuf - Simone Biles: Redefining Mental Toughness from 2021-08-16T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr Marina Harris and Shameema Yousuf in this episode.

Marina recently graduated with her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada. She also h...

#154 Jonny McMurtry - Understanding Your Players’ Motivations and Drivers from 2021-08-09T03:30

I speak to Jonny McMurtry in this week’s episode. Jonny has been involved in high performance age grade rugby programmes across Australia for over 10 years. He is currently completing research i...

#153 Geir Jordet - The Psychology Behind Visual Perception and Performing Under Pressure from 2021-08-02T03:30

I’m so excited to speak to Geir Jordet in this week’s episode. Geir is Professor of Sport Psychology with a specialisation in football (soccer) and coaching at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences...

#152 Laurence Halsted - Flourishing Through Sport from 2021-07-26T03:30

In this episode I’m delighted to have Laurence Halsted back on the show. Laurence is a 2-time Olympian for the British Fencing team and director of mentoring for The True Athlete Project (TAP) a...

#151 Dr Noel Brick&Scott Douglas - The Genius of Athletes: What World-Class Competitors Know from 2021-07-19T03:30

I’m delighted to welcome back Dr Noel Brick on this week’s episode. This time, Noel is joined by Scott Douglas.

Noel is a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. H...

#150 Prof Mark Williams&Prof Nicola Hodges - Skill Acquisition in Sport from 2021-07-12T03:30

In this episode I welcome back Prof Mark Williams. Mark is one of the world’s leading authorities in sports performance. This time, Mark is joined by Prof Nicola Hodges. Nikki is a Professor at ...

#149 Dr Paul McCarthy&Zoe Moffat - Attribution-Retraining from 2021-07-05T03:30

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Paul McCarthy and Zoe Moffat in this episode.

Paul is Programme Director of the Taught Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Glasgow Cale...

#148 Christian Jarrett - Achieving Meaningful Change from 2021-06-28T03:30

I’m excited to be speaking with Christian Jarrett in this episode. A cognitive neuroscientist by training, Christian is Deputy Editor of Psyche, a global digital magazine that explores all aspec...

#147 Ian Leslie - Conflict and Disagreement from 2021-06-21T03:30

I’m excited to be speaking with Ian Leslie in this episode. Ian is a writer, speaker, and author of acclaimed books on human behaviour. He also writes about psychology, culture, technology and b...

#146 Dr Andy P Hill - Perfectionism in Sport from 2021-06-14T03:30

In this episode I speak with Dr Andy Hill. Andy is a professor at York St John University. His research focuses on the antecedents and consequences of participation in sport and exercise. His ma...

#145 Dr Michael Gervais - Finding Mastery from 2021-06-07T03:30

I am so excited to be joined by Dr Michael Gervais in this episode. Michael is a high performance psychologist working in high-stakes environments with some of the best in the world, training th...

#144 Dr Josie Perry - The Teenage Athlete's Guide to Mental Fitness from 2021-05-31T03:30

I’m delighted to have Dr Josie Perry on this week’s episode. Josie is a chartered sport psychologist, working mainly 1-1 with athletes – from novice athletes just starting out through to world c...

#143 Dan P. McAdams - The Art and Science of Personality Development from 2021-05-24T03:30

I’m honoured to be speaking with Dan P. McAdams in this episode. Dan is a Professor of Psychology at ‎Northwestern University. He is author of over 300 scientific articles and chapters, numerous...

#142 Prof Mark Williams - Anticipation and Decision Making in Sport from 2021-05-17T03:30

I’m excited to have Prof Mark Williams back on the show for this episode. Mark is one of the world’s leading authorities in sports performance. He completed his PhD in Movement Science with a fo...

#141 Dr Jon Rhodes - Functional Imagery Training from 2021-05-10T03:30

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Jon Rhodes in this episode. Jon is an Associate Lecturer in Motivational Psychology and Sports Psychology at the University of Plymouth. Jon is also a C...

#140 Dr David Eccles - Deliberate Practice: What Is It and How Can I Use It? from 2021-05-03T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dr David Eccles in this episode. David is Professor of Sport Psychology at Florida State University. His primary area of research interest is skilled and expert human...

#139 Dr Don Vinson&Victoria Huckle - Examining Landscapes of Practice in Sports Coaching from 2021-04-26T03:30

In this week’s episode I speak with Dr Don Vinson & Victoria Huckle. Don is a principle lecturer in Sports Coaching at the University of Worcester with a particular interest in athlete and coach...

#138 Prof Roger Kneebone - Expert: Understanding the Path to Mastery from 2021-04-19T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Prof Roger Kneebone in this episode. Roger directs the Imperial College Centre for Engagement and Simulation Science (ICCESS), based within the Division of Surgery. R...

#137 Dr Ed Cope&Prof Chris Cushion - Redefining Direct Instruction in Coaching from 2021-04-12T03:30

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Ed Cope & Prof Chris Cushion.

Ed is a lecturer in Sport Coaching at Loughborough University. He completed his BSc in Sport Coaching from Leeds Beckett Un...

#136 John Yeager - Next Level Leadership in Sports from 2021-04-05T12:02:55

I’m excited to speak with positive psychology and performance coach, John Yeager in this episode. John is the founder and chief executive officer of Yeager Leadership which works with sports, bu...

#135 Dr Oliver Eslinger - How to Turn a Losing Team into a Winning Team from 2021-03-29T03:30

I speak with Dr Oliver Eslinger in this episode. Doc is Head Men's Basketball Coach for the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Since his initial campaign, Doc's Caltech squads have se...

#134 Adam Miles Developing Mental Skills from 2021-03-22T03:30

I speak with Adam Miles in this episode. Adam is manager of talent development and player pathway at Otago Cricket Association in New Zealand. Adam also coaches New Zealand first class cricket t...

#133 Gordon MacLelland - Great Sports Parenting from 2021-03-15T03:30

In this episode, I speak with Gordon MacLelland. Gordon is founder and CEO of Working with Parents in Sport (WWPIS) which supports organisations, parents and coaches in working together to provi...

#132 Dr Nicole Gabana – Gratitude as a Mental Skill from 2021-03-08T04:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Nicole Gabana in this episode. Nicole is Director of Sport Psychology for the University of Massachusetts. Previously, Nicole was Assistant Professor of Sport Psycho...

#131 Steven Orr and Ian Peek - Tools for Coach Development from 2021-03-01T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome Ian Peek back on the show. This time, Ian is joined by Steven Orr. Steven is a golf coach with 20 years of experience. He is a PGA Master Professional - the highest educ...

#130 Dr James Hegarty - ACT in Sport: Improve Performance through Mindfulness, Acceptance, and Commitment from 2021-02-22T04:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr James Hegarty in this episode. James has a PhD in Experimental Psychology, with a strong background in basic behavioural sciences, he is a registered clinical psycho...

#129 Dr Mustafa Sarkar and Kirsten Fasey - Organisational Resilience in Elite Sport from 2021-02-15T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome Dr Mustafa Sarkar back on the show. This time, Mustafa is joined by Kirsten Fasey.

Kirsten is a PhD researcher at Nottingham Trent University. She previously stud...

#128 Dr Duncan Simpson - A Collaborative Approach to Athlete Development from 2021-02-08T04:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Duncan Simpson in this episode. Duncan is Head of Mental Skills at IMG Academy, the world’s most prestigious sports, performance and educational institution. Establi...

#127 Ethan Kross - Chatter. The Voice in Our Head and How to Harness It from 2021-02-01T04:30

I’m really excited to speak with Ethan Kross in this episode. Ethan is one of the world’s leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor in the University of Michi...

#126 Frances Houghton MBE&Dr Chris Shambrook - Learnings From Five Olympic Games from 2021-01-25T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome Dr Chris Shambrook back on the show. This time, Chris is joined by 5 x Olympian, 4 x World Champion and 3 x silver medallist, Frances Houghton MBE.

Frances was th...

#125 Fergus Connolly and Cody Royle - Royle and Connolly on High Performance Coaching from 2021-01-18T04:30

I’m delighted to welcome back on the show Author and Performance Expert, Fergus Connolly and Head Coach of Canada’s AFL (Australian Football League) programme Cody Royle.

Fergus and Cody ...

#124 Suze Burton-Wylie - Organisational Culture in Sport from 2021-01-11T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Suze Burton-Wylie in this episode. Suze is a performance psychologist working at the English Institute of Sport (EIS) and with the British Sailing Team. Suze is curre...

#123 Hannah Huesman - Mental Sweat: Mindset Techniques for Stretch and Support from 2021-01-04T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Hannah Huesman in this episode. Hannah is the mental skills coach for the Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball organisation. Hannah received her Master’s degre...

#122 Sian Beilock - Examining Choking Under Pressure from 2020-12-28T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Sian Beilock in this episode. Sian is a cognitive scientist, with two PhD’s: one in Kinesiology and one in Cognitive Psychology. Sian is one of the world’s leading ex...

#121 Dr Len Zaichkowsky and Dan Peterson – The Science Behind Decision Making Under Pressure from 2020-12-21T04:30

I’m so excited to have Dr Len Zaichkowsky and Dan Peterson back on the show. Len and Dan have just published “The Playmaker's Decisions: The Science of Clutch Plays, Mental Mistakes and Athlete ...

#120 Doug Lemov - The Coach’s Guide to Teaching from 2020-12-14T04:30

In this episode I’m delighted to have teacher, teaching mentor and bestselling author Doug Lemov back on the show.  

Doug studies high performing teachers and what it is they do that make...

#119 Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett - Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain (That Every Coach Should Know) from 2020-12-07T04:30

I’m honoured to speak with Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett in this episode. Lisa is a University Distinguished Professor at Northeastern University with appointments at the Massachusetts General Hospita...

#118 Tom Young - The Making of a Leader from 2020-11-30T04:30

I’m excited to speak with sport psychologist Tom Young in this episode. Tom completed his Master’s at Liverpool John Moores University and has subsequently worked as a chartered psychologist in ...

#117 Dan Clements - Action Research: Coach Development Through Appreciative Inquiry from 2020-11-23T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Dan Clements in this episode. Dan works in elite coach development, currently at The Welsh Rugby Union. Prior roles include Head of Performance at Wales Hockey and Pe...

#116 Dr Pippa Grange - How to Fear Less from 2020-11-16T04:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Pippa Grange in this episode. Pippa is a sport psychologist and culture coach and has worked in the areas of culture, psychology, ethics and leadership, primarily in...

#115 Rebecca Symes - Beyond Sport: The Importance of Multiple Identities from 2020-11-09T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with sport psychologist Rebecca Symes in this episode. Rebecca works with elite and professional athletes to enhance performance and wellbeing. She is currently psychologi...

#114 Prof Laurence Alison - Communication That Builds Rapport from 2020-11-02T04:30

I’m delighted to speak with Professor Laurence Alison in this episode. Laurence is Chair of Forensic and Investigative Psychology at Liverpool University. He is a leader in forensic psychology, ...

#113 Cath Bishop - The Search for a Better Way to Succeed from 2020-10-26T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Cath Bishop in this episode. Cath is a former Olympic rower, competing at Atlanta, Sydney and Athens. Cath now works in leadership development, working with teams and...

#112 Dr Sergio Lara-Bercial - Serial Winning Coaches from 2020-10-19T03:30

I’m excited to speak with Dr Sergio Lara-Bercial in this episode. Sergio is a Reader in Sport Coaching at Leeds Beckett University and the International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE). H...

#111 Dr Joe Dixon - The Psychology of Soccer from 2020-10-12T03:30

I speak with Dr Joe Dixon in this episode. Joe is performance psychologist for Bath Rugby Club and also for Stoke City Football Club.  

Joe has co-edited and also contributed a chapter to...

#110 Kit Holder - Focus, Flow and Attentional Cues from 2020-10-05T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with professional ballet dancer and choreographer, Kit Holder in this episode. Kit is first soloist at the Birmingham Royal Ballet where he has danced for 20 years. He tra...

#109 Brian Levenson - Thriving in Preparation and Performance from 2020-09-28T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with mental performance coach Brian Levenson in this episode. Brian is founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speakin...

#108 Amy Price - Helping Players Improve Game Understanding from 2020-09-21T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with Amy Price in this episode. Amy has a football coaching background holding her UEFA A Licence and now works as women's national coach developer for the FA. Prior to th...

#107 Prof Mark Williams - How Elite Athletes are Made from 2020-09-14T07:47:03

I’m honoured to be speaking with Prof Mark Williams in this episode. Mark is one of the world’s leading authorities in sports performance. He completed his PhD in Movement Science with a focus o...

#106 Craig Pickering - Managing Success and Dealing with Failure from 2020-09-07T03:30

I’m delighted to speak with former Olympic 100m sprinter and bobsleigher, Craig Pickering in this episode. After early success as a young athlete, Craig went on to win a number of medals at Euro...

#105 Stuart Wilkinson - Developing an Integrated System Around the Player from 2020-08-31T03:30

I speak with rugby league international coaching specialist, Stuart Wilkinson in this episode. Stuart started out playing the game, before moving on to coaching in the National pathway. He was G...

#104 Dr Amy Whitehead – Think Aloud Protocol: A Coaching Tool for Reflective Practice from 2020-08-24T03:30

I speak with Dr Amy Whitehead in this episode. Amy is a sport psychologist, coach developer and Programme Manager for the Sports Coaching and Sport Development programmes at Liverpool John Moore...

#103 Gareth J Mole - The Future of Sport Psychology from 2020-08-17T03:30

I speak with sport psychologist Gareth J Mole in this episode. Gareth spent his younger days in South Africa and credits this for his love of sport. He then moved to the UK and went on to undert...

#102 Joan Ryan - Team Chemistry from 2020-08-10T03:30

I’m delighted to have award-winning journalist and author, Joan Ryan on this episode. Joan was a pioneer in sports journalism, becoming one of the first female sports columnists in the country. ...

#101 Dr Natalie Campbell - Pop Psychology from 2020-08-03T03:30

In this episode, I speak with Dr Natalie Campbell. Natalie is senior lecturer at the University of Gloucestershire in the Department of Sport and Exercise sciences. She completed her PhD in Soci...

#100 Dan Abrahams - Dr Scott Goldman Interviews Dan from 2020-07-27T03:59

To mark the 100th episode of The Sport Psych Show, Dr Scott Goldman has come back on to interview me.

Scott and I speak about my experiences as a sport psychologist over the last 15 or so...

#99 Rory Mack and Andrew Wood - Communication for Change from 2020-07-20T08:00

In this episode, I’m joined by Rory Mack and Andrew Wood. Andrew is a Sport and Exercise Psychology Lecturer teaching at multiple universities. He also works as lead sport psychologist to the B1...

#98 Donna Fishter - The Introspective Coach from 2020-07-13T08:41:15

In this episode, I speak with leadership coach and team architect, Donna Fishter. Donna is owner of a consulting business working with teams, training leaders, developing culture and coaching co...

#97 Justine Siegal - Coaching Against the Odds from 2020-07-06T08:00

I am honoured to be joined by Justine Siegal in this episode. Justine was the first woman ever to coach professional baseball. Her experiences in the pro leagues motivated her to change the land...

#96 Dr Christian Zepp - How Sport Psychology can Help Coaches from 2020-06-29T08:00

I am honoured to be joined by Dr Christian Zepp in this episode. Christian splits his time between lecturing at The German Sport University in Cologne and consulting as an applied sport psycholo...

#95 Dr Andrew Abraham - Coach Development from 2020-06-22T08:00

I am excited to be joined by Dr Andrew Abraham in this episode. Andrew is Head of Department for Sport Coaching at Leeds Beckett University. He is a coach developer with an interest in how coach...

#94 Lisa Alexander - Reflections on Developing a World-Class Winning Coaching Programme from 2020-06-15T08:00

I am honoured to be joined by Lisa Alexander in this episode. Lisa is one of the most successful coaches in Australian sport. Formerly a maths and physical education teacher, Lisa worked her way...

#93 Stephen Renwick - Exploring Acceptance and Commitment Therapy from 2020-06-08T08:54:54

I’m excited to be joined by Stephen Renwick in this episode. Stephen is a sport psychology consultant, training through BASES as a probationary sport & exercise scientist specialising in psychol...

#92 Jennifer Lace - Integrating Sport Psychology into Your Coaching Process from 2020-06-01T08:00

I have the pleasure of being joined by Jennifer Lace in this episode. Jennifer is Head of Sport Psychology and Personal Development at Nottingham Forest FC. Prior to her role at Forest, Jennifer...

#91 Keith and David Mayer - How to Become a More Effective Coach from 2020-05-25T08:30

I am delighted to be joined by father and son, Keith and David Mayer in this episode. Both Keith and David are both coaches and ex-professional players.

Keith has coached soccer for 37 ye...

#90 Prof Brendan Cropley - Being Psychologically Prepared to Perform from 2020-05-18T08:36:52

I have the pleasure of being joined by Prof Brendan Cropley in this episode. Brendan is Professor of Sport Coaching at the University of South Wales. He is also Head of the Centre for Football R...

#89 Morgan Lewis - Developing a Skilful Mindset from 2020-05-11T08:00

I’m excited to be joined by Morgan Lewis in this episode. Morgan is an ex-professional footballer, having played for AFC Bournemouth in the 1980’s. Since his playing days, Morgan has worked as a...

#88 Stuart Lancaster - Coaching at the Elite Level from 2020-05-04T08:57:09

I’m excited to speak with Stuart Lancaster in this episode. Having held various leadership, management and coaching positions at different levels of the game, Stuart became head coach of the Eng...

#87 Skye Eddy Bruce - The Role of Parent Engagement in Youth Sport from 2020-04-27T08:54:46

I’m delighted to speak with Skye Eddy Bruce in this episode. Skye is the founder of Soccer Parenting Association which aims to inspire players by empowering parents. Skye is also a soccer coach ...

#86 Carli Lloyd and James Galanis - What it Takes to be the Best from 2020-04-20T08:00

I’m honoured to speak with two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion, two-time Olympic gold medallist, and two-time FIFA Player of the Year, Carli Lloyd and her personal coach and mentor James Ga...

#85 Dr Noel Brick - Using Strategies to Help Maximise Performance from 2020-04-13T08:00

I’m excited to speak with Dr Noel Brick in this episode. Noel is a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. He has a Masters in Sport and Exercise Psychology and a PhD in ...

#84 Steve Magness - How Feelings Impact Performance from 2020-04-06T08:00

I speak with Steve Magness in this episode. Steve is a sport scientist and a track and field coach. He coaches competitors at all levels, including athletes who have competed in the World Champi...

#83 Michael Hamilton - Innovative Ideas for Coaches at all Levels from 2020-03-30T10:18:57

I’m excited to be joined by AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager, Michael Hamilton. Prior to his role as Academy Manager, Michael was Academy Head of Coaching. 

In this episode we speak about th...

#82 Dr Chelsi Day - How to Communicate with Athletes from 2020-03-23T11:07:58

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Chesli Day in this episode. Chelsi is a sport psychologist within the athletic department at Ohio State University. She was previously at Indiana Univer...

#81 Richard Nugent - The Characteristics of Great Leaders from 2020-03-16T10:18:14

I’m delighted to be joined by founder and MD of 21 Leadership, Richard Nugent in this episode. Richard works with fast-paced organisations, including the League Managers Association (LMA), helpi...

#80 Dr Paul McCarthy - Maximising Human Potential from 2020-03-09T08:00

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Paul McCarthy in this episode. Paul is Programme Director of the Taught Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University. He ...

#79 Dr Steve Bull - The Mentally Tough Athlete from 2020-03-02T09:00

I’m speaking with Chartered Psychologist, speaker, author and high performance consultant, Dr Steve Bull in this episode. With a keen interest in sport, Steve started out as a PE teacher before ...

#78 Dr Scott Goldman - Measuring Athletic Intelligence from 2020-02-24T09:00

In this week’s episode I welcome back Dr Scott Goldman. I asked Scott back on the show to speak about the Athletic Intelligence Quotient (AIQ) which he created together with Dr Jim Bowman when t...

#77 Dr Scott Goldman - Supporting Elite Performers from 2020-02-17T09:45:03

I’m excited to be speaking with Dr Scott Goldman in this episode. Scott is Director of High Performance Psychology for one of the NFL teams in the US. He provides psychological support and exper...

#76 Rob Cooper - Giving Yourself Permission to be Great from 2020-02-10T08:00

I’m speaking with Rob Cooper in this episode. Rob is Head Coach of Penn State University baseball. A former college baseball player himself, Rob went on to complete a psychology degree at the Un...

#75 Ganon Baker - What Makes a Successful Athlete from 2020-01-31T18:38:25

I’m delighted to speak with professional basketball and global skill coach, Ganon Baker in this episode. Ganon is regarded as one of the premiere basketball skill trainers in the world. He train...

#74 Stuart Singer - The Fundamentals of Improving Performance from 2020-01-27T09:35:51

I have the pleasure of being joined by Stuart Singer in this episode. Stuart is a performance psychologist with a Masters of Education in Counselling and over a decade of experience working to i...

#73 Bobby White - Helping Players Become Great Decision-Makers from 2020-01-20T11:01:44

In this episode, I’m joined by Bobby White. As National Performance Manager for England Handball, Bobby is responsible for creating and enhancing handball and personal ...

#72 John O’Sullivan - How the World's Best Coaches Inspire Their Athletes and Build Championship Teams from 2020-01-13T09:00

I’m so excited to have John O’Sullivan on this episode. John’s background as an athlete and coach led him to start the Changing the Game project with the mission to put the ‘play’ back into ‘pla...

#71 Dr Jamie Barker - Thriving Under Pressure from 2020-01-06T10:05:38

I’m excited to be speaking with Dr Jamie Barker in this episode. Jamie is a senior lecturer in sport psychology at Loughborough University. He has worked in sport psychology for the past 20 year...

#70 Paula Reid – Adventure Psychology: Going Knowingly into the Unknown from 2019-12-30T09:00

I’m delighted to be speaking with Paula Reid in this episode. Paula is a trainer, facilitator, coach, author and adventurer. Her adventuring has led her to sail around the world, ski to the Sout...

#69 Dr Jonathan Fader - Coaching Athletes to be Their Best Part 2 from 2019-12-23T09:00

I am speaking with Dr Jonathan Fader in this episode. Fader was Director of Mental Performance for the New York Giants and served as the team psychologist for the New York Mets for nine seasons....

#68 Prof Stephen Rollnick - Coaching Athletes to be Their Best Part 1 from 2019-12-16T08:00

I have the pleasure of speaking with Prof Stephen Rollnick in this episode. Stephen provides consultancy, mentorship and training on the subjects of motivation, change, teamwork and Motivational...

#67 Dr Jennifer Fraser - Building Better Brains and Bodies from 2019-12-09T09:32:22

I’m excited to be speaking with Dr Jennifer Fraser in this episode. Jennifer is an award-winning educator, researcher and best-selling author. Her online courses and workshops provide dynamic le...

#66 Jenny Williams - Think Prepare Play Like a Champion from 2019-12-02T10:15:52

I’m delighted to speak with Jenny Williams in this episode. Jenny represented South Australia in six sports: lacrosse, indoor lacrosse, touch, soccer, cricket and Australian rules football (AFL)...

#65 Mark Bennett MBE - Getting the Very Best out of Yourself and Your Players from 2019-11-25T09:40:15

I’m speaking with Mark Bennett MBE in this episode. Mark is founder of Performance Development Systems (PDS) - a robust set of principles that facilitate world class learning and performance cul...

#64 Simon Williams - Player Development: Ideas to Get Coaches Thinking Outside the Box from 2019-11-18T11:23:05

I’m excited to speak with Simon Williams in this episode. Simon has a football playing background, is a former football coach and is now Life Skills Manager for League Football Education (LFE). ...

#63 Jamie Taylor - Why High Potential Players Don't Make It from 2019-11-11T09:00

I’m delighted to speak with Jamie Taylor in this episode. Jamie is a former a coach and PE Teacher with a keen interest in human performance. He was head academy coach at Leicester Tigers and no...

#62 Dr Carla Meijen - Mental Techniques to Maximise Performance from 2019-11-04T11:23:09

I speak with Dr Carla Meijen in this episode. Carla is an HCPC registered sport and exercise psychologist and a senior lecturer in Applied Psychology at St Mary’s University, London. She graduat...

#61 Ian Peek - The Holistic Coach from 2019-10-28T12:26:55

I have the pleasure of speaking with Ian Peek in this episode. Ian is a transition & performance coach, helping his clients achieve their goals whether that’s transitioning to a new level of ach...

#60 Thomas Gronnemark - Stories of Success and Failure from Liverpool FC Throw-in Coach from 2019-10-21T11:49:44

I’m delighted to speak with throw-in coach, motivational speaker and author, Thomas Gronnemark in this episode. Thomas is the throw-in coach for Liverpool FC as well as for other European clubs....

#59 Ben Lyttleton - Leadership Secrets from Football's Top Thinkers from 2019-10-14T09:51:46

I’m delighted to speak with football writer and consultant, Ben Lyttleton in this episode. Ben has always been interested in the psychology of performance. After writing his first book, Twelve Y...

#58 Richmond Stace - Pain: How our Perceptions Inform our Reality from 2019-10-07T09:00

In this episode, I speak with pain physiotherapist and pain coach Richmond Stace. Richmond became interested in the area of pain while working as a nurse in his younger years. He went on to obta...

#57 Jonathan Harding - What Makes the German Football Coaching System so Good? from 2019-09-30T09:14:47

I’m delighted to speak with author and journalist Jonathan Harding in this episode. Jonathan has just released the brilliant book Mensch: Beyond the Cones, which takes a detailed look at the Ger...

#56 Blaine McKenna - Practical Tips to Help Coaches Teach Players Life Skills from 2019-09-23T09:00

I speak with Blaine McKenna in this episode. Blaine is a UEFA A soccer coach, former academy director and founder of Life Sports Performance Coaching which provides a range of education and sess...

#55 Aaron O'Connell - Essential Tips for the 21st Century Coach from 2019-09-16T11:34:44

I have the pleasure of speaking with Aaron O'Connell in this episode. Aaron has been coaching basketball for over 30 years. 

Formerly a business entrepreneur, Aaron describes himself as a...

#54 Nick Coley - Endurance Racing: Winning the Mental Battle from 2019-09-02T08:00

I’m delighted to have Nick Coley on this episode. Nick is Head of Learning and Development at Evans Cycles and is currently undertaking his Masters degree in Sport Psychology. Nick has competed ...

#53 Stuart Carrington - The Psychology of a Referee from 2019-08-26T12:29:41

In this episode I speak with Stuart Carrington. Stuart is a lecturer of Sports Coaching Science at St Mary's University, London. He has a background in soccer as a coach - having worked at two P...

#52 Dr Matt Slater - How to Build a Winning Team from 2019-08-19T08:02:36

In this episode I speak with senior lecturer in sport and exercise psychology at Staffordshire University, Dr Matt Slater. Matt is an Expert on the psychology of leadership and high performing t...

#51 Dr Kathy Adcock - In Your Corner: Boxing as Therapy from 2019-08-09T15:32:47

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Kathy Adcock in this episode. Kathy is a clinical psychologist, boxer and England Boxing Level 1 coach. Kathy works as a NHS Clinical Manager, working w...

#50 Chris Bryan - Sustainable Success, Building Resilience and Bouncebackability from 2019-07-31T09:24:17

I’m speaking with Chris Bryan in this episode. Chris is an Irish International Open Water swimmer, having finished 8th at the world championships. He was the first Irish Open Water swimmer to co...

#49 Martin Bingisser - Getting the Very Best from Your Athletes from 2019-07-29T10:27:10

I have the pleasure of being joined by Martin Bingisser in this episode. Martin holds several positions including National Hammer Throw coach for Swiss Athletics, Throws coach for LC Zürich and ...

#48 Richard Shorter - Character Building in Sport: Asking the Right Questions from 2019-07-22T12:38:43

I’m delighted to be speaking with Richard Shorter in this episode. Richard goes into schools and sporting institutions to help them with a parent engagement strategy. He also delivers parent eng...

#47 Warren Abrahams - Coaching for Potential from 2019-07-15T12:15:25

I’m excited to speak with Rugby Sevens coach, Warren Abrahams in this episode. Warren started out playing rugby in South Africa before moving to the UK where he began to focus on coaching. He ha...

#46 Fergus Connolly - Working with the World's Greatest Coaches, Athletes&Special Forces from 2019-07-05T18:56:02

I have the pleasure of being joined by Author and Performance Expert, Fergus Connolly in this episode. Fergus started out in the world of sport playing Gaelic football in Ireland and, after havi...

#45 Dr Pedro L Almeida - Benfica FC: The Psychology of the Portuguese National Champions from 2019-07-01T11:50:11

I’m delighted to speak with sport psychologist at Benfica Football Club, Dr Pedro L Almeida in this episode. Pedro has been a sport psychologist at Benfica FC for coming up to 25 years. During t...

#44 Dr Andy Hill - Developing Excellence from 2019-06-25T11:12:59

In this episode I speak with performance psychologist for Blackburn Rovers FC and GB Para Table Tennis, Dr Andy Hill. Andy completed his undergraduate and master degrees in coaching and then wen...

#43 Gary Curneen - The Modern Soccer Coach from 2019-06-13T17:49:59

I’m excited to have assistant coach for the Chicago Red Stars, Gary Curneen on this episode. Gary has held various coaching positions over the years and played collegiate soccer at Wingate Unive...

#42 Lauren Abarca - Improving Performance Through Mental Conditioning from 2019-06-10T11:15:57

I have the pleasure of being joined by Lauren Abarca - Mental Conditioning Coordinator with the New York Yankees.

Lauren is an experienced soccer player who competed for the University of...

#41 Annie Vernon – The Psychology of Elite Athletes from 2019-06-04T12:32:46

In this episode I speak with former Olympic rower, Annie Vernon. Annie is an Olympic silver medallist and two-time World Champion. She is now a respected sports journalist and has just written a...

#40 Carly Clarke - A Champion's Mindset from 2019-05-27T12:08:51

I have the pleasure of being joined by basketball coach Carly Clarke in this episode. Carly has been the Head Coach of Ryerson Women's Basketball since 2012 and is the Canadian Women's National ...

#39 Dr Claire-Marie Roberts - Clean Sport Week: The Psychology of Drug Use in Sport from 2019-05-20T10:38:39

This week is Clean Sport Week in the UK. Clean Sport week is an initiative run by UKAD (UK Anti-Doping) and is an opportunity to come together and celebrate the important values of clean sport a...

#38 Sarah Broadhead - Understanding the Brain and Maximising its Potential from 2019-05-13T11:15:01

In this episode I speak with chartered occupational psychologist, Sarah Broadhead. Sarah is currently the GB Taekwondo team psychologist and has worked with a range of sports – British Swimming,...

#37 Dr Andrea Furst - Making Psychology Matter from 2019-05-06T13:03:15

I’m delighted to be joined by one of the world’s leading sport and performance psychologists in this episode - Dr Andrea Furst. Andrea currently works with Surrey cricket and GB and England Hock...

#36 David White - Superstitions in Sport: What’s Luck got to do with it? from 2019-04-30T09:12:14

I have the pleasure of being joined by David White in this episode. David is a public speaker, national learning facilitator, consultant and performance coach. He has recently released a fascina...

#35 Reed Maltbie - Raising Excellence: Helping Players Perform at Their Best from 2019-04-22T11:17:12

I'm joined by coaching expert, speaker, educator and author Coach Reed Maltbie in this episode. Reed is the founder of Raising Excellence, a company working with educators, coaches, parents, ath...

#34 Paul Z Jackson - Positive Processes of Change: Focusing on the Solution not the Problem from 2019-04-12T15:19:16

In this episode I’m speaking with inspirational consultant, coach and facilitator Paul Z Jackson. Paul devises and runs training courses and development programmes in change, strategy, leadershi...

#33 Dr Mustafa Sarkar and Clara Swedlund - Resilience: What it is, What it isn’t, and Why it’s Important for Sustained Success from 2019-04-01T11:43:17

I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Mustafa Sarkar and Clara Swedlund.

Mustafa is Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. His backg...

#32 Elliott Newell - Creating High-Performance Environments from 2019-03-26T10:07:48

I have the pleasure of being joined by sport and performance scientist Elliott Newell on this episode. Elliot is currently Senior Performance Pathway Scientist at the English Institute of Sport....

#31 Sam Walker - Leadership: Lessons from the Captains of the World’s Greatest Sports Teams from 2019-03-15T12:04:38

I speak with The Wall Street Journal’s leadership columnist Sam Walker on this episode. Sam founded the Journal’s prizewinning daily sports coverage in 2009 and is a former reporter, sports colu...

#30 Brian McCormick - The 21st Century Coach from 2019-03-11T14:33:08

In this episode I’m joined by professional basketball coach, consultant, and clinician Brian McCormick. Brian has coached professionally in Denmark, Ireland, and Sweden, taking a team to the fin...

#29 Shaun Larkin - The Art of Coaching from 2019-03-04T13:47:25

I have the pleasure of being joined by Shaun Larkin, Coordinator of Skill Development for the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team on this episode. Previously Shaun played professional baseball and...

#28 Jason Severiano Lampkin&Alex Billington - Dealing with a Career-Ending Injury from 2019-02-25T17:37

I speak with Jason Severiano Lampkin and Alex Billington, two ex-professional soccer players who were both forced to stop playing due to career-ending injuries in this episode. Jason played at t...

#27 Frank Shamrock - Fighting Your Way to the Top: Using Mental Skills to Be the Best You Can Be from 2019-02-18T13:31:06

I’m lucky enough to be joined by Frank "The Legend" Shamrock in this episode. Frank is an American MMA fighter (retired), entrepreneur, motivational speaker and philanthropist. He was the 1st to...

#26 Steve Sallis - From the Classroom to the Pitch: What Coaches can Learn from Teachers from 2019-02-11T13:23:42

In this episode, I’m joined by Steve Sallis. Steve currently works with the England u15 National squad and supports several Premier League players with mental conditioning support. He is founder...

#25 Alan Stein Jr - Mastering the Basics: What we can Learn from Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry about Mastery from 2019-02-05T17:11:07

In this episode I speak with Alan Stein Jr. Alan is a world-renowned coach, author and keynote speaker. He has spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the plane...

#24 James Claffey - Putting the Person Before the Athlete from 2019-01-28T19:14:16

I have the pleasure of being joined by James Claffey in this episode. James is a Sport Psychology consultant, professional lecturer and coach in both clinical, exercise, sport and performance ps...

#23 Dr Len Zaichkowsky and Dan Peterson - How to Raise Your Mental Game to the Next Level from 2019-01-21T11:16:51

I’m delighted to be joined by Dr Len Zaichkowsky and Dan Peterson in this episode. Len and Dan have written the ground-breaking book The Playmakers Advantage: How to Raise Your Mental Game to th...

#22 Nick Levett - A Coaching Journey from 2019-01-15T11:23:39

In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Levett, Head of Talent and Performance at UK Coaching. Nick and his team help develop coaches who work in the Olympic pathway. Nick previously worked in a var...

#21 Andrew Coltart – How Europe Won the Ryder Cup, Dealing with Pressure on the Golf Course and Playing Tiger Woods from 2019-01-07T16:35:19

In this episode, I speak with professional golfer and Sky Sports commentator Andrew Coltart. Andrew turned professional in 1991 and was a member of the European Tour from 1993 to 2012. He had tw...

#20 Shameema Yousuf – Empowering Players with Performance Psychology AND Well-being Strategies from 2018-12-20T16:58:39

I have the pleasure of being joined by Shameema Yousuf in this episode. Shameema is a certified mental performance consultant of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, registered counsell...

#19 Nick Winkelman – Developing Players Through Powerful Language and by Capturing, Keeping and Directing Attention from 2018-12-17T19:19:26

I’m delighted to have Nick Winkelman on this episode. Nick is Head of Athletic Performance and Science for Irish Rugby. Previously, Nick worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for 10 years ...

#18 Cody Royle - Where Others Won't from 2018-12-10T14:06:22

I have the pleasure of being joined by Cody Royle in this episode. Cody is Head Coach of Canada’s AFL (Australian Football League) programme. He has also written “Where Others Won’t” a fantastic...

#17 Jeremy Holt and Dr Will Thomas – Creating Team Excellence from 2018-12-03T16:59:37

I’m joined by Jeremy Holt and Dr Will Thomas from the Centre for Team Excellence in this episode. Jeremy and Will’s pioneering research has shown that people in great teams think, feel and behav...

#16 Prof Sophia Jowett – Building a Coach-Athlete Relationship from 2018-11-26T16:05:37

In this episode, I speak with Professor Sophia Jowett. Sophia is a Sport Psychologist who lectures and researches at Loughborough University in the UK. She is an Associate Fellow and Chartered P...

#15 Rob Robson - 'Levers' of Success from 2018-11-19T18:31:25

I have the pleasure of having my former mentor Rob Robson on this week’s episode. Rob is a People and Change Consultant and Psychologist working mainly within organisations to help them achieve ...

#14 Dr Alice Boyes - Prepare and Plan Mindset from 2018-11-12T17:10:35

I’m delighted to be joined by Dr Alice Boyes on this episode. Alice is a former clinical psychologist and researcher turned writer. She has a PhD in the Psychology of Relationships and is author...

#13 Steve Johnson - Moving Toward Potential from 2018-11-05T16:26:33

I’m joined by Sydney based Performance Psychologist Steve Johnson in this episode. Steve was a Sport Psychology and Sport Coaching lecturer at Sydney University, Western Sydney University and Un...

#12 Lewis Hatchett - "Impossible is Nothing" from 2018-10-29T16:26:42

In this episode, I speak with former professional cricketer and now yoga instructor Lewis Hatchett about his journey to becoming an elite sports competitor. Lewis experienced a slightly differen...

#11 Todd Beane - A Journey to Extraordinary from 2018-10-19T15:12:07

I’m lucky enough to be joined by Todd Beane on this episode. Todd is a soccer coach and Founder of TOVO Training and TOVO Academy Barcelona. In TOVO Training, Beane has combined proven pedagogic...

#10 Q&A with Jermain Defoe from 2018-10-17T19:10:30

In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with former Spurs, Sunderland and now Bournemouth and England footballer Jermain Defoe and ask him about the psychology of being a striker in t...

#9 Iain Highfield - How to Practice Like a Champion from 2018-10-15T16:21:21

I have the pleasure of having Iain Highfield on this week’s episode. Iain is a performance coach specialising in helping golfers develop their mental skills. He has implemented psychological con...

#8 Laurence Halsted - Inside the Mind of an Olympian from 2018-10-08T16:24:28

In this episode, I’m joined by 2-time Olympian Laurence Halsted. Laurence competed in the London and Rio Olympics for the British Fencing team. He won a silver and bronze medal in the European C...

#7 Vern Gambetta - Mind + Muscle = Winning from 2018-10-01T16:23:58

I’m delighted to have Vern Gambetta join me on this episode. Vern has been a sports coach for over fifty years and he’s worked with some of the greatest sporting teams and athletes of all time. ...

#6 Lara Mossman - The 'Flavours' of Motivation from 2018-09-24T08:11:32

I’m delighted to speak with Lara Mossman in this episode. Lara is currently studying a PhD in Positive Psychology and Sport at La Trobe University. Her interests are in Autonomy Support, Achieve...

#5 Dr Martin Turner - The Rational Competitor from 2018-09-14T09:29:48

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Martin Turner. Martin is Senior Lecturer in Sport Psychology at Staffordshire University. He’s worked in a wide range of sports and is currently Lead Psycholog...

#4 Prof Damian Hughes - The Barcelona Way from 2018-09-05T18:03:54

I’m lucky enough to be joined by international speaker and best-selling author Professor Damian Hughes on today’s podcast. Damian is the trusted adviser to the business, education and sporting e...

#3 Doug Lemov - Building a Culture of Error from 2018-08-27T11:02:31

In this episode, I chat with teacher, teaching mentor and bestselling author Doug Lemov. Doug believes that teaching is a performance profession and spends his time learning what the very best t...

#2 Dr Chris Shambrook - What if it goes right? from 2018-08-27T09:32:21

I'm joined by Great Britain Rowing Psychologist Dr Chris Shambrook. Chris is a veteran of 5 Olympic Games. He’s worked with elite athletes in the most pressure-filled environments and so is the ...

#1 Dr Ed Coughlan - The Importance of the Questioning Path from 2018-08-24T16:00

Dr Ed Coughlan is a skills coach with a PhD in skill acquisition. He is a university lecturer and has worked with a wide range of competitors and coaches including from the EIS, GB Shooting, UEF...