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If you're looking for a unique perspective on sports, we'll bring you the content you want. Through interviews with different guests around the sports industry, we are delivering a panoramic view on sports. My goal is to help you see the world of sports through a different lens!

  1. Casey Stanley: Head Coach of Layton Christian Academy Boys Basketball | The Gametime Guru

    2 DAYS AGO

    Casey Stanley: Head Coach of Layton Christian Academy Boys Basketball | The Gametime Guru

    I had the chance to watch Layton Christian Academy compete at the Pro Image Sports Holiday Classic in Meridian, Idaho (Owyhee High School), and I was immediately intrigued by the way they carried themselves, competed, and ultimately won the tournament championship. Even more fascinating: Layton Christian is an international school with a roster made up of 15 players from 15 different countries. In this episode, Head Coach Casey Stanley breaks down what makes the program special and shares lessons that apply far beyond basketball, including: How he got into coaching at 6 years old (growing up around Iona College basketball) What college coaching is really like: the hours, travel, grind, and "grunt work" Why the best coaches and players succeed without ego (leadership takeaway) How international teams overcome language barriers (including stories using Google Translate) Why learning to "hug the win" matters for coaches, leaders, and business owners If you're a basketball junkie, a coach, a parent, or an athlete who loves the game — this one is for you. Follow Layton Christian Basketball: Instagram: @lcambb Business inquiries / interview requests: ceo@thegametimeguru.com  Come follow The Gametime Guru on the various social media platforms! Facebook: The Gametime Guru - https://www.facebook.com/gametimeguru  X: @thegametimeguru - https://x.com/thegametimeguru/  Instagram: @gametimeguru - https://www.instagram.com/gametimeguru/  TikTok: @thegametimeguru - https://www.tiktok.com/@thegametimeguru

    38 min
  2. Art Manteris: Sports Gaming Hall of Fame and Author of "The Bookie" | The Gametime Guru

    26/12/2025

    Art Manteris: Sports Gaming Hall of Fame and Author of "The Bookie" | The Gametime Guru

    Art Manteris is one of the most respected names in sports betting, an industry veteran with a four-decade career that includes time at the Fremont Hotel & Casino and running the sportsbook at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He was also inducted into the Sports Gaming Hall of Fame for his impact on the world of sports gaming. In this convo, I sit down with Art to talk about his new book, "The Bookie: How I Bet it all on Sports Gambling and Watched an Industry Explode", and the current headlines surrounding sports gambling. With betting scandals and integrity concerns dominating the conversation, Art shares an insider perspective on what's real, what's misunderstood, and what leagues, sportsbooks, and bettors can do to protect the integrity of the game while keeping sports betting legalized and responsibly regulated. If you're a sports fan, a bettor, or just curious about how this industry actually works behind the scenes, this is a must-listen. Get the book: Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Bookie-Inside-Betting-Billion-Dollar-Industry-ebook/dp/B0DQVC88X4  Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bookie-art-manteris/1147777162  ... Enjoy the episode? Follow the show and share it with a friend who loves sports, betting, or behind-the-scenes stories.

    37 min
  3. Harvey Araton: How Sports Media Changed and What Youth Sports Is Becoming

    20/12/2025

    Harvey Araton: How Sports Media Changed and What Youth Sports Is Becoming

    Veteran sports journalist and author Harvey Araton joins me on the show for a deep conversation on how sports media has changed, what true "access" used to look like in the print era, and why great storytelling still matters in today's sports culture. Harvey shares behind-the-scenes stories from a career covering elite athletics (including the NBA), plus his experience co-producing ESPN's 30 for 30: When the Garden Was Eden, a project tied to the legendary 1970s New York Knicks era. A major focus of this episode is Harvey's newest project and his first-ever middle-grade children's novel, ** The Goal of the Game **, inspired by what youth sports has become in today's high-pressure, high-cost environment. If you're a parent, coach, athlete, journalist, or someone who loves sports stories with real meaning, this one will hit. In this episode, we cover: What sports journalism used to be like and how access has changed Print media vs. today's creator-driven sports media world How When the Garden Was Eden became an ESPN 30 for 30 The pressure kids face in modern youth sports and how early it starts The youth sports industry, travel teams, and the "future stakes" mindset Why Harvey wrote The Goal of the Game and what he hopes kids learn A powerful life lesson: don't enter a story with a preconceived conclusion, listen first Harvey Araton's book: The Goal of the Game Amazon: https://a.co/d/4VkH2XF  Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-goal-of-the-game-harvey-araton/1148082088  Website:  http://www.HarveyAraton.com  If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe/follow so you don't miss weekly interviews with sports figures from around the world. And if you can, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. It helps the show a ton. New episodes every week. Tap in today.

    48 min
  4. Lee Toldson: Basketball Coach, Mentor, and Author - with The Gametime Guru

    13/12/2025

    Lee Toldson: Basketball Coach, Mentor, and Author - with The Gametime Guru

    Lee Toldson has immense experience on a variety of levels as a basketball coach, as a mentor, and now as an author! Listen in on this interview as I get the chance to learn about his history in the sport of basketball and how he ended up over here in Idaho, all the way from good old Louisiana!!  I've admired Lee's work for quite some time and I'm grateful for the opportunity to chat with him! Lee has coached at the high school level, the professional level, international level, the club level, and he's no stranger to the game as a player as well as he competed in college basketball himself.  We get to learn about his career and the life lessons he went through. We'll chat about his high school basketball coach, the legendary Kenny Almond out of Baton Rouge!  Find out how Kenny showed up in Lee's life, 20 years later during one of the toughest parts of Kenny's life to show his love and respect to him.  I love hearing about Lee's new book: The No Excuses, Embrace the Challenge Book - https://amzn.to/48NYr0z  If you want to learn from him and hear some of his insights and wisdom, consider snagging yourself a copy of this book yourself! Everyone experiences burnout, so he's going to share how to avoid that!  Grateful for this opportunity for you guys to tune in and hear this today!  Hit that Subscribe button and follow along as each week we'll bring you more interviews from sports figures from all over the globe. #LeeToldson #BasketballCoach #Author

    1 hr
  5. Ben "The Bane" Davis: Combat Sports Commentator, Fighter, and MTV's The Challenge

    05/12/2025

    Ben "The Bane" Davis: Combat Sports Commentator, Fighter, and MTV's The Challenge

    Ben "The Bane" Davis has carved out one of the most unique paths in combat sports and entertainment. From calling fights across multiple promotions to stepping inside the cage himself—and even competing on MTV's The Challenge—Ben brings a rare blend of curiosity, courage, and relentless work ethic. In this episode, Ben breaks down how he entered the world of combat sports commentary, what he learned while grinding through early media roles, and the mindset it takes to stand out on the mic. We talk about pacing, preparation, chemistry with a co-commentator, and why great play-by-play requires both discipline and personality. Ben also shares his firsthand experience competing in BKFC and Karate Combat—not just as a commentator, but as a fighter—and what those opportunities taught him about the sport and himself. Then we dive into his leap into reality television with MTV's The Challenge: • What life in the house was really like • The hardest part of adapting to cameras 24/7 • How the alliances, strategy, and politics actually work • What he took away from the experience and whether he'd do it again If you're someone who has ever wondered "what if?", Ben's story is a testament to saying yes, taking chances, and learning through unconventional opportunities. Enjoy this conversation with one of the most dynamic voices—and personalities—in combat sports today. _____________________________________ If you would like to watch the show, please feel free to follow me on YouTube and catch the video podcast from each of the guests! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqHG9H7vljaLwQ765GIdBQA  If you'd like to listen to the show, you can catch the podcast on your favorite platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gametime-guru/id1195653965 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bBJIiyOxs25BHKhKlCe23  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81800b66-fda2-4263-ac16-04c1c1d637a8/the-gametime-guru Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports--Recreation-Podcasts/The-Gametime-Guru-p1021721/ YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvbvSCliFvNWYadx9YugquysAbVz8Cb7i

    45 min
  6. Dave 'Redneck' Mundell: BKFC Middleweight Champion of the World!

    28/11/2025

    Dave 'Redneck' Mundell: BKFC Middleweight Champion of the World!

    Today on The Gametime Guru, I'm joined by Dave "Redneck" Mundell — the reigning BKFC Middleweight Champion and one of the most disciplined, business-focused fighters in the sport. We dive deep into what makes Dave such a unique force in bare-knuckle fighting: His calm, all-business approach in a sport built on both competition and personality His background in combat sports and the journey that led him to the BKFC title The nerves he still feels before every fight — and the preparation strategies that help him stay composed What it's really like to get hurt in a fight and battle back in real time Dave also opens up about potential matchups with Mike Perry and Lorenzo Hunt — and why he sees both of them as favorable fights. His perspective on "levels to the game" is something every aspiring fighter will want to hear. If you're an athlete, a fan of BKFC, or someone who loves hearing the mindset of elite competitors, this episode is for you. Topics Covered: • BKFC and the evolution of bare-knuckle fighting • Dave Mundell's fighting style and championship mentality • Preparing for high-pressure moments • Mike Perry + Lorenzo Hunt matchups • Lessons for aspiring fighters Subscribe and follow The Gametime Guru for more conversations with top athletes and sports personalities from around the world.

    34 min
  7. Mike Zanetti and Shane Larson | College Football Breakdown - Week 13 of the College Football Season

    21/11/2025

    Mike Zanetti and Shane Larson | College Football Breakdown - Week 13 of the College Football Season

    We're breaking down the college football landscape right now as Mike Zanetti joins me here on the show! It's coming up on Week 13 of the season and we have a LOT to chat about!  Join us to discuss the true 'contenders' vs the 'pretenders' in the college football playoff race! We're going to chat about the potential upsets:  - Could Alabama lose to Auburn? - Will Ohio State come out undefeated or will Michigan or Indiana have something to say about that?  - Will Vanderbilt find a way into the playoff and would it be great to have Diego Pavia in the playoff? - What about the Group of 5? Should Tulane actually deserve a spot or should they re-consider that whole format?  And we also discuss who the true Heisman Candidates should be!?  Has Mike become an Indiana fan since moving to the state for work?!! Join us to hear more today.  This is the Nations Best Natty Show brought to you by The NIL Marketplace Showcase (details below) The NIL Marketplace Showcase  July 7-9th  Hyatt Regency  Indianapolis, Indiana  #CollegeFootball #Heisman #Playoffs

    29 min
  8. The Ever-Changing Landscape of College Football with Jay Paterno | Penn State Football

    14/11/2025

    The Ever-Changing Landscape of College Football with Jay Paterno | Penn State Football

    What an awesome opportunity we have today to chat with Jay Paterno, the son of legendary Penn State University Coach, Joe Paterno. With his most recent book, "Blitzed" coming out recently, we'll chat with Jay about the contents of the book and how the landscape of college football continues to change, which is leaving coaches and players alike with a need to adapt!  There are so many additional pressures with NIL coming into play. The money brings so many pressures. Do coaches have shorter leashes while coaching now? Do the expectations change from fanbases and donors now with all this money playing a factor?  How does this impact recruiting? How does this impact retention and keeping rosters intact?  What does Jay think about potentially having a collective bargaining agreement in college athletics?  What about betting? How has gambling had an impact on sports? Fans, coaches, players, referees alike? We get to hear some of his favorite memories and some of the great lessons he learned along with his father!  Come checkout this awesome conversation and snag your copy of the book so you can dive into it even deeper!  Follow Jay:  SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/jaypaternoforpa/ https://twitter.com/JayPaterno https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaypaterno/ https://www.youtube.com/@nittanygameweek4442/featured https://www.instagram.com/jayvpaterno/ BIOS: https://jaypaterno.onlinepresskit247.com/about.html IMAGES: https://jaypaterno.onlinepresskit247.com/image-gallery.html WEBSITE: https://www.jayvpaterno.com/ BLITZED on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Blitzed-All-Out-Pressure-College-Footballs/dp/B0DFW82ZT5/ Thanks for tuning in and if you enjoy this episode, please consider giving me a follow here on YouTube to help me build out this platform!  #JayPaterno #PennStateFootball #Coaching #Author

    47 min
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If you're looking for a unique perspective on sports, we'll bring you the content you want. Through interviews with different guests around the sports industry, we are delivering a panoramic view on sports. My goal is to help you see the world of sports through a different lens!

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  • Creator
    Shane Larson
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    470
  • Rating
    Explicit
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