The NATA-Cast

The National Athletic Trainers' Association
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The NATA-Cast is the official podcast of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, providing in-depth conversations about health care topics that interest you – the athletic trainer. Have an idea for an episode or series? Email us at podcast@nata.org! For more information about athletic training and the National Athletic Trainers' Association, visit www.nata.org.

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  1. NATA’s Next President: The Process, the Candidates, and Your Vote

    EPISODE 2

    NATA’s Next President: The Process, the Candidates, and Your Vote

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of NATA-Cast, hosts Mollie Pillman, MS, MBA, CAE, and Katie Scott, MS, ATC, CAE, take listeners inside the upcoming NATA presidential election, explaining how the process works, what has changed, and why participation from every athletic trainer matters. They are first joined by NATA President A.J. Duffy III, MS, ATC, PT, and Presidential Election Oversight Task Force Chair Tim “Westy” Weston, MEd, ATC, who walk through the full election timeline, from initial declarations through the final vote. The conversation also highlights several updates designed to improve transparency, fairness, and communication, including virtual town halls  and expanded eligibility that allows more volunteer leaders beyond past and current district directors to run for president. The episode also introduces listeners to the two candidates for NATA president. David Gallegos, MA, ATC, Cert. MDT, Deputy CEO of Southwest Sport & Spine, reflects on his leadership journey and shares his perspective on advancing visionary board discussions, strengthening individual member value, and addressing recruitment, retention, and professional identity in the profession. Rob Marshall, LAT, ATC, a long-time secondary school athletic trainer and association leader, discusses the importance of boots-on-the-ground perspectives, enhanced recruitment and retention resources, and clearer governance and leadership development across the association. The conversation reinforces a central message: every member’s voice and vote play an important role in shaping the future of NATA and the athletic training profession. NATA-Cast is produced by Association Briefings. Follow The National Athletic Trainers' Association on social media! Facebook X Instagram LinkedIn Have an idea for an episode or series? Send us an email!  thenatacast@nata.org

    50 min
  2. From Idea to Impact: Building Visibility on the Today Show Plaza

    EPISODE 3

    From Idea to Impact: Building Visibility on the Today Show Plaza

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of NATA-Cast, hosts Mollie Pillman, MS, MBA, CAE, and Katie Scott, MS, ATC, CAE, are joined by Lauren Stephenson, MA, ATC, Michael Goldenberg, MS, ATC, CES, and Dave Csillan, MS, LAT, ATC, to explore how an annual National Athletic Training Month trip to New York City’s Today Show Plaza has become a powerful platform for visibility and advocacy. What began as a simple idea—sparked by seeing other professions featured on national television—has grown into a decade-plus tradition. The group reflects on the early days of pre-dawn travel, long hours in the cold, and the intentional strategy behind showing up consistently with creative messaging to help broadcasters and the public better understand the role of athletic trainers. At its core, the conversation centers on advocacy, visibility, and community building. The guests highlight the importance of bringing students into the experience from the beginning, creating opportunities for networking, mentorship, and real-world engagement that make advocacy both meaningful and memorable. They also discuss how the initiative has matured over time, with stronger coordination, leadership structure, and alignment with NATA’s broader communications efforts. Throughout the episode, the group underscores how consistency, creativity, and collective effort can elevate a profession’s voice and create lasting impact. NATA-Cast is produced by Association Briefings. Follow The National Athletic Trainers' Association on social media! Facebook X Instagram LinkedIn Have an idea for an episode or series? Send us an email!  thenatacast@nata.org

    34 min
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The NATA-Cast is the official podcast of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, providing in-depth conversations about health care topics that interest you – the athletic trainer. Have an idea for an episode or series? Email us at podcast@nata.org! For more information about athletic training and the National Athletic Trainers' Association, visit www.nata.org.

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  • Creator
    The National Athletic Trainers' Association
  • Episodes
    42
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
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    © 2026 The NATA-Cast
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