Teen Sports Radio

Erica Salda, Santa BarbRa Wellness Center, Inc.
  • 5.0 (132)
  • MENTAL HEALTH
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Teen Sports Radio - Inspiring, Educating, and Empowering Teens. Teen Sports Radio (TSR) is a dynamic and long-running talk show that has been a trusted voice in Santa Barbara for over 15 years, broadcasting on FM 96.9 / AM 1290 KZSB-Lazer Media. Hosted by Erica ~ "Queen of Teen."  TSR is more than just a sports ~ it's a platform dedicated to empowering teen athletes and the community with essential knowledge and resources. Topics We Tackle:Sports Performance and Training - Expert insights to help teen athletes reach their peak potential. Nutrition and Wellness - Practical advice on fueling the body for optimal health and performance. Student Financial Literacy - Equipping teens with money management skills for a successful future. Food Freedom and Organic Living - Discussions on sustainable eating, gardening, and holistic health.Broadcasting and Community Engagement , Providing teens with real-world media experience and a platform to connect with their community.Beyond sports, TSR serves as...

  1. JAN 27

    26.01.27 Pennies, Purpose & Play

    Speakers and topics - Erica Salda (host) — show opening/closing, sports + life framing, pressure vs. purpose in teen sports, coachability, team chemistry, cash-preference anecdotes. - Dr. “D” Rev. Richard Dugan — producer banter, mountain-life updates, light personal anecdotes/shout-outs. - Dominique Hackett — wellness segments, “the penny” metaphor (history, societal meaning, cash vs. cashless culture), teen-focused life lessons. - Kristine Haugh / Christine Marie — astrology primer (moon in Taurus → Gemini, Mars–Pluto in Aquarius), tarot/emotional navigation (Princess of Cups, Temperance, Moon), encouragement to share feelings. - Don Sanders — “hooga” (cozy/positive mindset), Buddhist/self-motivation perspective, importance of uplifting teammates and positive team vibe. - Other participants / callers — short reactions, supporting comments and local shout-outs. This episode of Team Sports Radio blends sports, wellness, and life skills for teen athletes: Erica leads conversations on playing from purpose vs. pressure and coachability; Dominique uses the penny as a metaphor for patience, presence, and community in a cashless age; Christine Marie offers astrological and tarot-based emotional navigation; Don Sanders closes with mindset and team-chemistry practices rooted in Buddhist-inspired encouragement. The show weaves practical advice for teens, parents, and coaches with community shout-outs and personal anecdotes. Sports + soul: coachability, purpose vs. pressure, the penny’s lessons on patience & presence, astrology & mindset for teen athletes. #TeamSportsRadio, #TeenAthletes, #Coachability, #PressureVsPurpose, #MindsetMatters, #Wellness, #YouthSports, #TeamChemistry, #PlayWithPurpose, #CashCulture, #PennyMetaphor, #Presence, #Patience, #Community, #Astrology, #Tarot, #EmotionalNavigation, #MentalHealth, #PositiveMindset, #Hooga, #BuddhistWisdom, #ParentingTeens, #CoachingTips, #Gratitude, #LocalBusiness, #SaveCash, #SportsLife, #CharacterFirst, #AthleteDevelopment, #ShareYourFeelings

    41 min

  2. JAN 20

    26.01.20 Forester Magic: Bill Pintard, Hall of Fame Night & the Push to Turf Pershing

    Join Erica “the Queen of Teen” and the Teen Sports Radio team for a wide-ranging episode that celebrates Santa Barbara baseball, youth development, and practical tools for teen athletes. Our featured guest is Bill Pintard, 10-time champion and driving force behind the Santa Barbara Foresters. Bill shares the team’s legacy, memories of Eddie Matthews Field, and details about the Foresters’ annual Hall of Fame dinner on Sunday, February 1 at 4:00 p.m. at the Cabrillo Pavilion (tickets $75 adults, $25 kids; tables $600). Listeners will hear about auction highlights — including signed jerseys and spring-training and Dodger ticket packages — and the night’s inductees: Jace Young (former Forrester and Detroit Tigers draftee), a former UCLA shortstop now in the Cincinnati Reds organization, and longtime team orthopedist Dr. Chris Proctor. The show also explores why local ballparks and community teams matter: how the Foresters develop future major leaguers, the idea of “Forrester magic,” and the campaign to improve Pershing Park into a community crown jewel. Guests Don Sanders and Dominique Hackett and host Erica reflect on volunteer coaches, community support, and the opportunities small-town baseball creates for teens and families. Beyond baseball, the episode offers practical, teen-focused segments. Dominique Busts sports origin myths and encourages teens to invent new games — explaining how sports evolved (from Knickerbockers rules to basketball peach baskets) and why curiosity and experimentation create new play. Don reframes setbacks as “creative solution finding,” shares the Stephen Adams example and hard-earned advice about focus, good choices, and academics, and reflects on honoring young lives in the community. Emily “the songbird” leads a musical and mental-health-focused segment on using the mind as a muse for the heart. She offers journaling prompts, simple breathing and humming exercises (including a 20-second reset), reflections on naming emotions, and ideas for using sound and song to build resilience and presence. Throughout the show hosts and guests emphasize effort, discipline, mindset, character, gratitude, and how families, coaches and volunteers can support teen athletes. Expect heartfelt stories, concrete event details, actionable mental and creative tools for teens, and a celebration of the people who make Santa Barbara’s youth sports scene special. Tune in for community news, inspiration, and ways to get involved with the Foresters and local youth athletics.

    30 min

  3. JAN 13

    26.01.13 Coachability: The Hidden Superpower Every Teen Athlete Needs

    Join Erica — the Queen of Teen — and her crew on this lively episode of Teen Sports Radio as they cover the mental and emotional sides of youth sport and creative growth. Coach Erica sits for an interview with Dominique to unpack “coachability”: what it looks like on and off the stat sheet, how hustle and the sixth‑man spark can change a team, the importance of emotional regulation and the “bounce back” muscle, and tips for parents about projection and finding the right opportunities for growing athletes. Ryan Quirk delivers a practical Self‑Mastery segment on the power of conscious relaxation, sharing personal hockey stories and tools to relax the body so the mind can perform. He explains why relaxation dissolves overthinking, how to prepare from a calm place, and offers breathing and bodily‑release strategies athletes can use before and during competition. Emily the Songbird explores creativity and the perfectionist’s trap, encouraging listeners to embrace beginner’s mind, start small, and reclaim creative dreams — from learning guitar to trying new looks — with real‑world examples and local class information. Dominique from Santa Barbara Wellness Center decodes today’s teen slang as signals of emotional state — terms like “valid,” “say less,” “unbothered,” and “that’s giving” — and gives parents and coaches a practical slang‑decoder for January 2026 alongside wellness reminders about rest, presence, and staying grounded. The episode also includes community shoutouts (Tri‑County Produce, Showers of Blessing), warm banter about local radio memories, and invitations to tune in every Tuesday at 9 a.m. Listeners can expect actionable coaching takes, mental‑performance tools, creative encouragement, and a compassionate primer for understanding teen culture and wellness.

    42 min

  4. JAN 6

    26.01.06 Feelings First: Vision Boards That Actually Work for Teens

    Join host Erica "the Queen of Teen" and the Teen Sports Radio team for a wide-ranging New Year episode focused on mindset, body care, and showing up on and off the field. This installment features Dominique guiding teens through a new, feeling-centered approach to vision boards; Skye Ellsworth reflecting on winter, presence, and receiving; Christine Marie breaking down current astrology influences and practical self-awareness; and Don Sanders sharing hygge, creative problem-solving, and the NGU (Never Give Up) spirit. Producer Richard Dugan and station shout-outs round out the show. Dominique reframes vision boards away from flashy possessions toward a gentle, emotions-first practice: build images and words that describe how you want an ordinary day to feel (calm, confidence, belonging, ease). She offers simple options for digital or paper boards, examples like cozy moments and rest without guilt, and a short practice for setting intentions that align choices with feelings — especially useful for teen athletes learning to stay grounded under pressure. Skye Ellsworth talks about winter’s darker season as a time to be present with emptiness and grief rather than immediately trying to fix it. He encourages listeners to sink into the spaciousness, honoring difficult feelings so the new year’s light can arrive more meaningfully. Skye connects this emotional work to receptivity and the way contrast makes new opportunities feel richer. Christine Marie gives a clear, teen-friendly astrology primer: with the sun, Venus, and Mars in Capricorn and the moon in Virgo, now is a time for discipline, long-term effort, and grounded daily practices. She discusses how recognizing family and personal patterns helps reframe responses and build momentum, and suggests small morning rituals — phone-free starts, journaling, stretching — to foster consistency and compassion. Don Sanders brings hygge and practical problem-solving to the conversation, tying mindset to performance with stories about teamwork, resilience, and NBA role-player Stephen Adams as an example of selfless strength. Don also shares a real-life quick-thinking rescue (flat tire + tight airport timeline) as a model for staying calm, creative, and efficient. His closing NGU message — never give up — threads through the episode. The show also celebrates community: local Santa Barbara favorites (Harry’s, Joe’s, Some Things Good Organic), farmers markets, and the importance of supporting local growers after recent weather impacts. Key takeaways: prioritize how you want to feel, practice presence with both darkness and light, build daily routines that support your growth, and meet obstacles with calm creativity. Stay curious, stay kind, and keep showing up.

    40 min

  5. 12/30/2025

    25.12.30 Team Sports Radio — Coaches, Community Voices, and a Teen-Friendly New Year Reset

    Join host Erica, “the Queen of Teen,” as Team Sports Radio closes out 2025 with reflections on a milestone year, local weather moments, and a celebration of community resilience. Tune in for the regular Tuesday 9 a.m. broadcast energy and a show that mixes gratitude, sports, and New Year inspiration. The show opens with gratitude and community shout-outs from Christine Marie, Dominique, and Erica — including mentions of the Isla Vista Food Co‑op (downtown closure but Isla Vista location still open), Lassen’s and its hot food bar, Santa Barbara’s renovated public library and the Faulkner Gallery, longtime nonprofit anchors like Unity Shop and the Food Bank (Anthony Rodriguez), SBR Glass, and a warm listener call from Vivian. The episode’s main interview features Coach Mike Mata and guest Rob Lemon (joining remotely while on the road) to introduce the brand‑new Fillmore Pony Baseball program. Rob and Mike share the origin story — filling a gap for overlooked young players across Fillmore, Piru, and Santa Paula — and outline the league’s current footprint (64 registered players across five teams), focus on player development under Pony rules, keeping costs local and reasonable, inclusion of softball/off‑season programming, the realities of insurance and field fees, and a call for volunteer coaches and community support. Key points: development over wins, local opportunity versus expensive travel circuits, and realistic plans for field use and measured growth. Dominique offers a teen‑friendly New Year’s segment on realistic resolutions, using historical examples (Ben Franklin’s weekly virtue practice, Joan of Arc’s boldness, Picasso’s rule‑breaking creativity, Einstein’s curiosity, and Michael Jordan’s rebound from setbacks) to illustrate practical advice: pick one focused goal, shrink it into a manageable habit, track effort not perfection, and reset after setbacks. Examples include small actions like 10 minutes of movement three times a week, improved sleep, or less scrolling. Christine Marie closes with mindfulness and astrological notes for the transition into 2026 — referencing the waxing moon, the full moon on January 3, the new moon on January 18, and a drawn Justice card — framing New Year intentions as opportunities to reframe lessons from 2025 into lighter, wiser steps forward. Takeaways: a community‑centered wrap on 2025, concrete next steps for parents and teens interested in local youth baseball development, volunteer and scholarship awareness to reduce cost barriers, practical resolution strategies for teens, and invitations to stay connected with Team Sports Radio every Tuesday at 9 a.m. on KCSB AM 1290. Be good, do good, and welcome 2026 with a focus on development, connection, and small consistent habits.

    39 min
  6. 2025.12.23~TSR~Teen Talk: Mastering Mind, Body, and Screen Time | Santa Barbara Sports Radio

    12/23/2025

    2025.12.23~TSR~Teen Talk: Mastering Mind, Body, and Screen Time | Santa Barbara Sports Radio

    Santa Barbara Teen Sports Radio is a morning show hosted by Erica "the queen of teen", focusing on teen athlete wellness, personal development, and community support. The podcast explores mental health, screen time, sports psychology, personal growth, and local community highlights. Speakers and Their Topics: 1. Erica (Host): Overall show coordination, community highlights 2. Dominique Hackett: Screen time impact on teens, mental health, digital wellness 3. Christine Marie: Astrology, seasonal reflections, personal growth cycles 4. Ryan Quirk: Self-mastery, athletic confidence, intuition in sports 5. Don Sanders: Wisdom, life experiences, personal development 6. Dr. Sean Roberts: Brief mention of personal growth and challenging experiences 7. Kristine Haugh: Local theater support, community engagement #TeenWellness, #MentalHealth, #DigitalDetox, #SportsPsychology, #YouthMotivation, #TeenMindfulness, #ScreenTimeAwareness, #SelfMastery, #AthleteLife, #PersonalDevelopment, #TeenInspiration, #MindBodyBalance, #AstrologyInsights, #SantaBarbaraTalks, #YouthEmpowerment, #MentalStrength, #SportsMotivation, #TeenMentalHealth, #WellnessTips, #LifeCoaching, #YouthWisdom, #MindfulTechnology, #TeenConfidence, #CommunitySupport, #AthleticMindset, #PositiveParenting, #TeenLifeSkills, #MentalReset, #InnerStrength Disclaimer: Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. ~ www.SBWellness.org ~ TeenSportsRadio is intended for general audiences, including teens, young adults, parents, coaches, and educators. It is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children, and our content is designed for listeners age 13 and up in compliance with COPPA and global child privacy laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  7. 2025.12.16~TSR~SB Sports Heart & Hometown Pride

    12/17/2025

    2025.12.16~TSR~SB Sports Heart & Hometown Pride

    🎙️ Teen Sports Radio — Santa Barbara’s Hometown Sports & Heartbeat Good morning, Santa Barbara! You’ve landed on Teen Sports Radio, where every story carries heart, hope, and hometown pride. In this lively opening episode, host Erica “The Queen of Teen” kicks off another beautiful Santa Barbara morning with excitement, warmth, and community spirit. With a full house of guests rotating in and out due to busy schedules, the show captures the real-life rhythm of local sports, media, and connection. This episode sets the tone for what Teen Sports Radio does best: spotlighting people, passion, and purpose in youth sports and beyond. 🎧 Speakers & Topics Barbara Doux's Announcement and Gratitude (0:00) Don Sanders' Gratitude and Personal Story (4:36) Emily Richardson's Story of the Wind Phone (8:42) Sky Ellsworth's Experience with Energy Richness (16:36) Dominique Hackett on Handling Social Pressure (26:16) Don Sanders on the Importance of Connection (33:20) Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts #TeenSportsRadio,#SantaBarbara,#YouthSports,#LocalRadio,#CommunityVoices,#SportsPodcast,#TeenAthletes,#WomenInMedia,#QueenOfTeen,#SBCommunity,#WellnessThroughSports,#HometownPride,#RadioLife,#PositiveMedia,#TeenWellness,#AthleteMindset,#SportsTalk,#InspirationDaily,#SBLocal,#PodcastLife,#CoachesCorner,#TeenEmpowerment,#SportsCulture,#CaliforniaRadio,#FeelGoodMedia,#LocalLegends,#TuesdayMotivation,#SBWellness,#RadioHost,#HeartAndHope Disclaimer: Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. ~ www.SBWellness.org ~ TeenSportsRadio is intended for general audiences, including teens, young adults, parents, coaches, and educators. It is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children, and our content is designed for listeners age 13 and up in compliance with COPPA and global child privacy laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  8. 2025.12.09~TSR~Athlete Mindset~Community Inspiration~Nutrition Hacks

    12/08/2025

    2025.12.09~TSR~Athlete Mindset~Community Inspiration~Nutrition Hacks

    🎙️ Welcome to “120925TEEN” hosted by Erica, the Queen of Teen! This week we gather our girl power panel: Emily Yurcheshen, Kristine Marie, Dominique Hackett, and more! 💪✨ - Erica kicks things off, spreading gratitude to coaches, volunteers, and the Santa Barbara community 🌟🙌 - Dominique Hackett shares a birthday story, celebrates bookstores, discusses Santa Barbara’s evolving downtown, and delivers a life-changing Kierkegaard-inspired anxiety hack 🎁📚🏙️🧠 - Kristine Haugh spotlights local gems like Candle Bar 111, glass blowing in Goleta, and the magic of women’s spaces 🕯️🎨👩‍🎨 - Emily Yurcheshen gives love to Chaucer’s Bookstore and Maria at the Jazz Hair Salon 💇‍♀️💕 - Kristine Marie (View from the Deck) offers life lessons from Stephen Hawking, previews Santa Barbara Rebels’ celestial-themed community show, and shares astrology & self-reflection tools for the holidays ✨🌙🦉 - Ryan Quirk motivates us with pro athlete mindsets, the power of positive thinking, and how to reframe setbacks for self-mastery 🏆🧘‍♂️🔥 - Sky Ellsworth dives into plant vs. meat diets, explains oxalic acid, gives kidney stone tips, and shares how to eat your greens the smart way! 🥦🥩🍋 💡 Listen now for inspiration, tips for teen wellness, and a dose of community magic! #TeenSportsRadio, #Podcast, #SantaBarbara, #CommunityLove, #GirlPower, #MentalHealth, #AnxietyHacks, #Kierkegaard, #Wellness, #AthleteMindset, #PositiveThinking, #ProTips, #Astrology, #StephenHawking, #HolidayHealth, #Bookstores, #LocalBusiness, #CandleMaking, #GlassBlowing, #WomenEmpowerment, #HairSalon, #Nutrition, #PlantBased, #CarnivoreDiet, #OxalicAcid, #BalancedDiet, #KidneyStones, #LifeHacks, #SelfLove, #CommunitySupport Disclaimer: Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. ~ www.SBWellness.org ~ TeenSportsRadio is intended for general audiences, including teens, young adults, parents, coaches, and educators. It is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children, and our content is designed for listeners age 13 and up in compliance with COPPA and global child privacy laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
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132 Ratings

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Teen Sports Radio - Inspiring, Educating, and Empowering Teens. Teen Sports Radio (TSR) is a dynamic and long-running talk show that has been a trusted voice in Santa Barbara for over 15 years, broadcasting on FM 96.9 / AM 1290 KZSB-Lazer Media. Hosted by Erica ~ "Queen of Teen."  TSR is more than just a sports ~ it's a platform dedicated to empowering teen athletes and the community with essential knowledge and resources. Topics We Tackle:Sports Performance and Training - Expert insights to help teen athletes reach their peak potential. Nutrition and Wellness - Practical advice on fueling the body for optimal health and performance. Student Financial Literacy - Equipping teens with money management skills for a successful future. Food Freedom and Organic Living - Discussions on sustainable eating, gardening, and holistic health.Broadcasting and Community Engagement , Providing teens with real-world media experience and a platform to connect with their community.Beyond sports, TSR serves as...

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  • Creator
    Erica Salda, Santa BarbRa Wellness Center, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    357
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc. Erica Salda
  • Show Website
    Teen Sports Radio

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