The Next Next
The Next Next
Podcast Description
A podcast that chronicles one experienced founder's exploration into how AI is changing how startups get built and funded, as well as how we live and work more generally. Episodes are interview-style, guests come from a wide range of relevant backgrounds, and discussions are lively, informative, and sometimes amusing.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes such as AI innovations in entrepreneurship, shifts in work dynamics, and new business models. Examples include discussions on AI integration in software development with guests like Sahil Lavingia, and the intersection of AI and gaming featuring Kayla Comalli. The show addresses how AI influences venture capital and productivity.
Puck Academy is a show and newsletter exploring how hockey players grow — on and off the ice. Each week, we share conversations with coaches, players, and experts about the habits, mindset, and development process that lead to peak performance. Our mission is to help players and families make sense of the journey — what matters, what doesn’t, and how to navigate it all with purpose.
How It Works
🎙 The Podcast — Smart, practical conversations with the people shaping player development.
✉️ The Newsletter — Weekly highlights and reflections to help players and parents learn together.
Together, they form a growing library of ideas and stories for anyone serious about getting better — and helping others do the same.
Hosted by Jason Jacobs
Jason Jacobs is a lifelong builder, parent, and student of development — exploring how people and systems improve over time. Through Puck Academy, he’s combining a love of hockey with a passion for learning, growth, and making sense of how players reach their fullest form.
In this episode of ‘The Next Next,’ host Jason Jacobs delves into the complexities of athlete development with Ryan Blair, who has extensive experience in hockey from various roles such as player, coach, and hockey operations manager. Ryan shares his journey from playing four seasons at UMass Lowell to coaching in the EHL and ECHL, and ultimately becoming the hockey operations manager at the Carolina Ice Palace. They discuss the different phases of hockey careers, the importance of balance in player development, and the impact of family dynamics on career choices. The episode also explores the benefits and challenges of specialized coaching, the role of video analysis in player development, and the importance of making educated decisions for young athletes.
00:00 Introduction to the Show and Host
00:18 Guest Introduction: Ryan Blair’s Hockey Journey
03:12 Ryan Blair’s Early Life and Hockey Beginnings
04:36 The Challenges and Decisions in Youth Hockey
13:12 College Hockey Experience and Transition to Professional Play
20:11 Post-Playing Career: Coaching and Operations
24:57 Current Role and Reflections on Hockey Development
33:52 The Importance of Video in Hockey Training
34:23 Implementing Video Sessions for Youth Teams
35:37 Challenges in Providing Individual Attention
36:40 Balancing Skill Development and Decision Making
38:31 Parental Guidance in Youth Hockey
41:27 Team vs. Individual Development
43:15 Future Directions for Charleston Hockey
48:09 The Debate on Specialized Coaching
56:30 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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