Voices of Valor #17 | Mike Stella
We're joined by Mike Stella, founder of The Movement Underground. We dive into doing PT for high-profile clients like Jordan Belfort, the mindset it takes to leave the safety of a team job, and how embracing social media helped him scale his voice, business, and impact. Mike brings a no-nonsense perspective to performance, pain, and purpose.
Voices of Valor #16 | Taylor Johnson
We spoke with Taylor Johnson, former NFL strength and conditioning coach turned esports coach. Taylor’s diverse background spans performance coaching in the NFL, mentoring elite cognitive athletes in esports and gaming, and partnering with CEOs, sales executives, and leadership teams to unlock their potential.
Voices of Valor #15 | Jo Weatherford
We sit down with Jo Weatherford, a former Hollywood model turned renowned mindset coach and TEDx speaker, to explore the often-overlooked impact of addiction on athletes. Jo opens up about how addiction shows up in unexpected forms, including the growing issue of social media addiction among athletes.
Voices of Valor #14 | Donnie Maib
We sit down with Coach Donnie Maib, Director of Athletic Performance at the University of Texas, to unpack what it means to lead with purpose. From winning a 2005 National Championship to shaping generations of athletes, Coach Maib shares timeless lessons on faith, family, leadership, and legacy.
Voices of Valor #13 | Kendall Stewart
We’re joined by Kendall Stewart, athletic trainer for ASU volleyball and beach volleyball. Stewart earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2012 and completed his Master of Science in Kinesiology in 2014 followed by his Clinical Doctorate in Athletic Training from Temple University in 2018.
Voices of Valor #12 | Chris Martin
We’re joined by Chris Martin, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Baseball for LSU Baseball. From his time with the Houston Astros to his work at LSU, Chris has been immersed in winning cultures and he shares what it takes to stay at the top.
Voices of Valor #11 | Jesse Lowman
In this episode of Voices of Valor, we sit down with Jesse Lowman, the Head Athletic Trainer for Arizona State University Baseball. From interning with the San Francisco Giants to landing his dream job at ASU, Jesse shares his journey and the lessons he's learned from decades in the game.
Voices of Valor #10 | Bob Alejo
With decades of experience at the highest levels, Bob shares hard-earned insights on leadership, career turbulence, and the state of strength & conditioning. Bob doesn’t hold back—this episode is packed with hard truths, practical advice, and real solutions for professionals looking to build longevity in sports performance.
Voices of Valor #9 | Josh Heidegger
Josh spent over 15 years in collegiate athletics, from throwing javelin at Oregon to leading strength and conditioning programs at Tulane, Cal, and USC. Now serving as the High Performance Manager at NUU, Josh brings a wealth of experience in building relationships, fostering team culture, and integrating technology into training.
Voices of Valor #8 | Ben Merworth
Benjamin is the owner of Functional Patterns Texas and a specialist in athletic training, corrective exercise, and myofascial release. His journey began with a traditional strength and conditioning background, but it wasn’t until he discovered Functional Patterns that he found a training methodology that truly aligned with human biomechanics.