40 episodes
Sports + Life + Balance John Moffet
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5.0 • 54 Ratings
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Hosted by 2-time US Olympian and Emmy winning producer John Moffet, SPORTS + LIFE + BALANCE goes behind-the-scenes with your favorite athletes to hear the untold stories from pivotal moments in their careers, and how athletics has shaped and transformed their lives. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you might learn a thing or two.
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S3 E13 “Comfortable + Confident in Being Unique” – feat. Misty Copeland
Raised in Poverty + Dance Prodigy = Black Principal American Ballet Theater
On this episode of SLB, John Moffett speaks with Ballet Prodigy, Best-Selling Author, and the first African American Principal Dancer for the American Ballet Theater, Misty Copeland.
Tune in to hear Misty tell her story, including her childhood adversities, her experience being a minority in the dance industry, and her path to success.
Learn more about Misty by visiting https://mistycopeland.com/
And check out her books: https://mistycopeland.com/store/
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S3 E12 "Bend the Curve Toward Equity" - feat. Julie Uhrman
Driving Impact + Creating Profit = Founder, Angel City Football Club
Join host, John Moffet, on another episode of SLB featuring our special guest, Julie Uhrman! From D1 athlete to Co-Founder and President of the Angel City Football Club, Julie is driving a major change in the world of women’s sports. You won’t want to miss this episode as Julie dives into how the pioneering women’s professional soccer team was formed and how they’re continuing to make a difference in the community. -
S3 E11 "Making the Most of What You've Been Given" – feat. Jim Abbott
Olympic Baseball Gold + Major League Pitcher = Missing Right Hand
Join host John Moffet as he speaks with Major League Baseball legend Jim Abbott! Even after being born without his right hand, Abbott found his passion for sports early and persisted in being the best, despite his limitations. Hear Abbott's journey from his high school team to the big leagues as a Yankee.
Read Jim's book, Imperfect: An Improbable Life:
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S3 E10 “I Was Born to do Sports” – feat. Jan Palchikoff
Athlete Rights Activist + Olympic Rower = World Record Masters Cyclist
Join John Moffet as he interviews Athlete Rights Activist, Olympic Rower, and World-Record Masters Cyclist Jan Palchikoff. Listen in as she talks about her journey in Olympic rowing, from finishing fifth in double sculls in the 1976 Summer Olympics to qualifying for the 1980 U.S. Olympic team. -
S3 E9 “Be a Part of Something Big” – feat. Brad Snyder
On this week’s episode of SLB, join host, John Moffet, as he listens to Paralympic Gold Medalist, Brad Snyder, talk about what made him the man he is today.
From his childhood dreams, serving in the Navy, wounded in combat, to his victory at the 2012 London Paralympic Games… Brad never failed to make the most of his recovery.
If you'd like to find out more about Brad Snyder's life-journey, check out his book, "Fire in My Eyes," or visit his website.
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S3 E8 “A Devine Choice” – feat. Dr. Megan Neyer
Join John Moffet as he interviews World Champion Diver turned Sports Psychologist, Dr. Megan Neyer. From a small town in Kentucky, to Southern California, Neyer trained at the legendary Mission Viejo Aquatic Center with the U.S. Olympic Coach and greatest diver of all time, Greg Lougainis. Listen in as she talks about her journey in Olympic Diving and the battles she faced along the way.
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Customer Reviews
Great interviews that go far beyond the “sports”
John consistently brings his interviews well beyond the facts and stories of the sport (many of which are superficially “well known”but In SLB you get a insiders view behind the scenes) into the personalities, the character and the life lessons of the people he interviews. Usually I don’t know a thing about the sport or the person interviewed, and after listening to an SLB episode, I’ve learned something new and been entertained along the way.
Amazing and Inspirational
For everyone who’s an athlete wants to be an athlete or is just a human being, this is appointment podcasting.
Loved
I’m not an athlete (does synchronized swimming in middle school count?), but I found this podcast incredibly compelling. So many lessons from these amazing athletes that completely spoke to things I am dealing with in my life, career, and relationships. Can’t wait for more!
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