The AT Last Podcast

AT LAST
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Sports medicine practitioners recognizing, addressing, and catalyzing change within their spheres of influence. Hosts Christopher Bates and Adam Cady focus on advancing health equity and DEIA in sports medicine, exploring how issues of race, representation, and systemic barriers shape the care and opportunities available to athletes and healthcare providers. Through candid conversations with leaders, practitioners, and changemakers, the podcast highlights both the challenges and the transformative possibilities of building a more just and inclusive future in sports medicine and beyond.

  1. DEC 2

    Beyond the Exam: Adding Value to the Pre-Participation Physical with David Gallegos

    David Gallegos, NATA leader and advocate for underserved athletes, joins us to rethink one of sports medicine’s most routine practices, the pre participation physical exam (PPE). Rather than treating the PPE as a checkbox, Gallegos sees it as a powerful touchpoint for preventive health, education, and relationship building, especially in communities with limited access to care. We discuss ways to integrate mental health screening, nutrition counseling, and injury prevention education into PPEs, transforming them from a formality into a real service for athletes and families. Recorded for release on GivingTuesday, this episode is also a call for listeners to support AT Last’s PPE programming, which provides free and enhanced physicals to student athletes from underserved and underrepresented communities. AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-gallegos-nm/ X: https://x.com/crucesaggie?lang=en References LaBotz M, Bernhardt DT Preparticipation physical examination: Is it time to stop doing the sports physical?British Journal of Sports Medicine 2017;51:151-152.Krowchuk DP, Krowchuk HV, Hunter DM, Zimet GD, Rainey DY, Martin...

    1h 34m

  2. NOV 24

    ACEs in Athletics: Building Trauma Informed Sports Environments with Crystal Grimsley & Dr. Kemba Noel-London &

    Public health scholar Dr. Kemba Noel London and Therapist Crystal Grimsley bring their expertise and lived experience to a critical conversation on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their effect on youth athletes. They explain how trauma in childhood can show up in unexpected ways on the field, in the classroom, and in long term health outcomes. This episode breaks down the science behind ACEs, the role coaches and healthcare providers can play in early intervention, and the community level strategies that can build resilience in young athletes. It is a must listen for anyone who works with youth in sports and wants to understand the connection between emotional health and physical performance. AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Guests Crystal Website: https://www.fablescec.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-grimsley-ma-451b06a0/ Kemba LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kembanl/ X: https://x.com/kcnolo References a...

    1h 8m

  3. NOV 10

    Food Apartheid: Breaking the Chains Between Health and Hunger with Dr. Kimberly N. Carr

    Dr. Kimberly N. Carr, interdisciplinary scholar and researcher, takes us deep into the realities of food apartheid, the structural inequities that create food deserts and food insecurity, particularly in communities of color. Unlike the term “food desert,” which suggests a natural phenomenon, Dr. Carr explains how these conditions are the product of policy decisions, disinvestment, and systemic racism. We talk about the health consequences of limited access to nutritious food, from chronic disease to mental health, and how community led initiatives are challenging the status quo. Dr. Carr shares examples of grassroots success stories, the role of cultural relevance in nutrition programs, and why healthcare providers should care about what is on their patients’ plates. This episode connects the dots between public health, social justice, and economic opportunity and leaves listeners with a sense of both urgency and hope. AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-n-buford-phd-mph-55572a8b/ X: https://x.com/drkimberlycarr?lang=ar-x-fm

    1h 5m

  4. OCT 27

    On the Sidelines of the World Stage: Representation in Olympic Sports Medicine with Aaron Ngor & Chris Bates

    Live from Paris 2024, athletic trainers Aaron Ngor and AT Last CEO Chris Bates share what it is like to provide medical care for Olympic athletes and why representation in sports medicine matters at every level. The conversation dives into their experiences working with diverse teams, the challenges of cultural competence in high stakes environments, and how their presence alone sends a powerful message to athletes who rarely see providers who look like them. We also explore the systemic gaps that keep underserved communities from accessing high quality sports medicine care, and how the lessons learned at the Olympic Games can translate to local high schools and community sports. It is a behind the scenes look at elite care through the lens of equity, mentorship, and opportunity. AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronngor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronngor/?hl=en

    46 min

  5. OCT 13

    Beyond the Box Score: Storytelling for Sports and Social Change with Jordan Robinson

    Jordan Robinson, journalist and podcast host takes us inside the intersection of sports storytelling and social justice. She shares her path from covering games to covering the deeper narratives about who gets to play, who gets heard, and how sports can be a vehicle for change. Through her work, Jordan amplifies stories of women, nonbinary athletes, and athletes of Color whose journeys are often overlooked by mainstream media. We discuss the power of representation in sports media, the importance of creating your own platforms when doors are closed, and how sports journalism can be a tool for equity and empowerment. AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Guest Website: https://jordanrobinson.media/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanligons/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-robinson-a0479180/ X: https://x.com/HeyJordanR References a href="https://www.essence.com/entertainment/dawn-porter-37-words/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 14m

  6. SEP 29

    Cultural Appropriation, Allyship, and the Language We Choose with Dr. Neal Lester

    Dr. Neal Lester, cultural studies scholar and nationally recognized educator, joins us to discuss the often overlooked role of language in healthcare equity. He explores how words, cultural references, and communication styles can build or break trust between providers and patients. Using examples from both healthcare and everyday life, Dr. Lester illustrates how cultural competence starts with listening and evolves into true understanding. We also talk about the difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation, and why getting it wrong can have lasting effects on patient care. For anyone working in diverse communities, this episode offers a powerful reminder that equity is not just about access to resources, but also about respect in every interaction. -AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / Content Creation by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ -Guest Website: https://projecthumanities.asu.edu/who-we-are/founding-director Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Crjor-ZP0Uz/ References https://www.campusreform.org/article?id=20384Bronson,...

    1h 24m

  7. SEP 15

    Breaking Barriers in Leadership: The Reality for Diverse Executives

    Dr. Trevor Bates, higher education leader and university president, opens up about the challenges diverse leaders face when navigating spaces that were not built with them in mind. He reflects on his personal journey through academia and administration, sharing moments of both breakthrough and burnout. From mentorship gaps to unspoken biases in leadership pipelines, Bates reveals the subtle and not so subtle barriers that continue to keep diversity at the top from being the norm. Listeners will gain insight into what it takes to lead authentically while pushing against systemic resistance, and why representation in leadership roles transforms organizational culture. Timed with the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month, this conversation amplifies the importance of honoring diversity not only in cultural heritage but also in who holds the power to make decisions. -AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ -Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-m-bates-dhsc-atc-1b1b0234/

    1h 5m

  8. SEP 1

    Unmasking Bias: How Our Healthcare System Perpetuates Inequity with Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew

    Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew, legal scholar, author, and Dean of The George Washington University Law School, delivers a compelling examination of how bias, both implicit and structural, continues to shape health outcomes in America. Drawing on decades of work at the intersection of civil rights and healthcare, she explains how inequities in housing, education, and employment are compounded by biases in medical decision-making, access, and policy enforcement. From the legacy of redlining to the subtle ways patient care can be influenced by race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status, Dean Matthew makes the case that health equity cannot be achieved without confronting bias head-on. This episode is a call to action for healthcare providers, policymakers, and community leaders to recognize their role in dismantling these barriers and to commit to systemic change. As our Season 3 opener, it sets the tone for a series dedicated to breaking down inequity at its roots. -AT L.A.S.T. Website: WeAreATLast.org Email: adam.cady@weareatlast.org Support: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/athletic-trainers-leveraging-activism-for-social-transformation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-l-a-s-t Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlastpod 35% OFF Thorne Products compliments of http://raincrosshp.com/ go to https://thor.ne/Ch2Uc 20% OFF Xcelerated Recovery products: Code Rain20: https://xrscience.org/ -Artwork by Jason Eisenberg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dots_and_squares/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoneisenberg00/ -Music by Willie B the Ichiban Don Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichibandon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-brown-25945b168/ -Production / Engineering / Editing / by Gerson Sandoval Website: www.davyrover.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davy.rover/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gersonsandovalengineer/ Music Credits: Davy Rover, West Coast Bop -Guest Website: https://www.law.gwu.edu/dayna-bowen-matthew LinkedIn: a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dayna-bowen-matthew-jd-phd-55156213/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    53 min
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Sports medicine practitioners recognizing, addressing, and catalyzing change within their spheres of influence. Hosts Christopher Bates and Adam Cady focus on advancing health equity and DEIA in sports medicine, exploring how issues of race, representation, and systemic barriers shape the care and opportunities available to athletes and healthcare providers. Through candid conversations with leaders, practitioners, and changemakers, the podcast highlights both the challenges and the transformative possibilities of building a more just and inclusive future in sports medicine and beyond.

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  • Creator
    AT LAST
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 AT LAST
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    The AT Last Podcast

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