Podcasts
Our podcasts will complement the blog posts and provide greater insight into the highlighted topic. The host, Brandon Shintani, will be chatting with guest speakers ranging from student-athletes to professionals who specialize in sport psychology, mental training, and performance enhancement. Some notable guests on the show include Ron White (2 Time USA Memory Champion) and Graham Betchart (NBA Trainer). If you want to learn about the mental aspect of sports, this is the podcast for you!
Mind-Design Sports also has another podcast called the Sport Mind Avenue Podcast. The hosts, Jonny Mondo and Elliott Steinberg, discuss current events happening in the sports world as well as the mental impacts these events can have on athletes and their surrounding community. They also integrate different psychological segments to end each show such as Q&As, fantasy drafts, and interviews. The episodes aim to break down the big news stories you see each day through a psychological lens for younger athletes. If you want to dive deeper into current sports stories, then this is the podcast for you!
The Sport-Mind Avenue Episode 16: The Football Episode and MLB Playoff Update
In Today's Episode, the boys will recap a full week of both NFL and college football. They will first talk about the goods and bads of teams and players from week 1 in the NFL. Mondo will get to roast Ben and Elliott about the Dolphins beating the Patriots. There was a record of nine underdog wins in week 1 from that being the Bengals, Texans, Steelers, and Raiders are some of the teams that got the job done.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Episode 15: Fire Alarm Issues, Conference Alliances, and MLB Playoff Push
In Today's episode, the boys talk about the alliance with the Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC as they discuss whether this is good or bad for the NCAA and college sports. In baseball news, we are now one month away from October, and the MLB playoff race is heating up in both leagues as teams like the Yankees and Braves are cooking while the Red Sox and Mets have slipped from previous spots in the standings. Johnny will get to go off on Ben and Elliott, who have roasted Johnny in prior episodes this summer.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Episode 14: USA is #1, NFL Vaccine Talk, and Field of Dreams Game
The US dominates the summer Olympics once again as people doubted them at the beginning of the games. Today we will dive into the US dominance basketball as both the women's and men's teams win gold again. The US women's soccer team wins bronze, and the men's baseball and softball team wins silver. As the COVID19 cases continue to rise, the boys will discuss whether the NFL should be enforcing players to get vaccinated or not. Players like Deandre Hopkins, Cam Newton, and many others have not got vaccinated and risk their teams getting infected.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Podcast Episode 9: Pitcher Checks, Free Agency Thoughts, and Massive NCAA News
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
The Mindset to The Olympics - EP17 w/George Steffey
In a match or even during practice, we get along with different situations with allows us to have better skills. Also, in situations like injuries where our mindset is key in the recovering process. In today's podcast, we get along with George Steffey, an experienced and professional ski athlete, and he will give some tips on controlling and setting the right mindset in these different situations.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Episode 10: NBA Finals/Stanley Cup Talk, NC State Goes Home, and Olympics Hype
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Podcast: Logan Paul vs Floyd Mayweather, Julio Jones Trade, and Playoff Talk EP6
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Episode 5: Ozuna's Arrest, Kyrie Gets Hit By Water Bottle, Another New Draft
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Podcast: Le'veon Bell Controversy, MLB's Sticky Situation, And A New NBA Draft
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
The Sport-Mind Avenue Podcast: La Russa is Crazy, Playoff Talk, New Fantasy Draft EP4
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
Being Asian in Sports & The NBA - EP16w/Carlo Singson
Sports is not just about the physical aspect. The mental and psychological aspect is very important as well. Research has shown that sports improve concentration and boosts self-confidence. Today, we invite Carlo Singson to speak to us about mental health, the NBA, and social media.
Tennis Talk, Mental Slumps, & Consistency - EP15 w/Alan Hua
Establishing a bar and maintaining consistency as an athlete can be very difficult especially as a young one in high school. In this episode, Brandon is joined by Alan Hua, a highly ranked tennis player. They talk about some of the challenges associated with being a young athlete with such a high rank as well as struggles in maintaining consistency.
How to Chase Your Goals in Sports Part 2 - EP14 w/Bryce Strecker
Finished the first part of this two-part series podcast with Bryce Strecker? Learn how to improve confidence, motivation, and a vital lesson all athletes should learn about.
How to Chase Your Goals in Sports Part 1 - EP13 w/Bryce Strecker
If you are looking for tips on how to set goals and truly achieve them, common mistakes athletes do and how to avoid them, and how to be your best self, what are you waiting for? Listen to Bryce give his insights!
Tebow’s Big Return, Danger of Tackling, and a Brand New Segment: The Sports-Mind Avenue EP3
The controversy around Tim Tebow is important to look at with a psychological lens. Also, there will be a new guest on our show with his special section for the podcast. Don’t miss this episode of our new podcast series!
Athlete Support Groups & Rodgers vs. Packers Internal Drama: The Sports-Mind Avenue Podcast EP2
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
Being a Female in Sports, Soccer, & Goalkeeping - EP12 w/Nicole Barnhart
Statistics indicate female athletes are still discriminated against in the sports industry, and because of this, some give up on their careers. Hear from Nicole Barnhart, a U.S. soccer goalkeeper
Introduction of The Sport-Mind Avenue Podcast - EP1
Listen to our new podcast called the Sport-Mind Avenue. You will be able to dive into the avenue of psychology and current events in sports.
Nutrition and Sports: The Healthy Relationship - EP11 w/Leslie Bonci
Brandon has a conversation with a sports nutrition expert, Leslie Bonci, who mainly focuses on active eating and fueling for sport. Leslie has been a consulting sports dietitian in the NFL, MLB, NHL, and has also worked with Olympic athletes.
Your Brain’s Hidden Roles in Sports - EP9 w/Erik Uliasz
We all understand that the brain is important to everything we do. including playing sports. But there are many more interesting facts, tips, and myths covered in this podcast that is worth listening to!