Intercollegiate Conversations
Intercollegiate Conversations
Podcast Description
Welcome to Intercollegiate Conversations—the podcast that takes you inside the world of college athletics. Whether you’re an aspiring sports professional, a seasoned veteran in the industry, or just passionate about what happens beyond the sidelines, this show is for you!
Each episode, we sit down with leaders, coaches, & admins in college athletics to explore their career journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Our guests share insider insights, career advice, and best practices for thriving in one of the most dynamic industries in sports!
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The podcast covers a variety of topics related to college athletics, such as career development, coaching strategies, networking, and industry changes, with episodes featuring discussions on leadership insights from various athletic directors and coaches, including challenges faced and best practices in the field.
Welcome to Intercollegiate Conversations—the podcast that takes you inside the world of college athletics. Whether you’re an aspiring sports professional, a seasoned veteran in the industry, or just passionate about what happens beyond the sidelines, this show is for you!
Each episode, we sit down with leaders, coaches, & admins in college athletics to explore their career journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Our guests share insider insights, career advice, and best practices for thriving in one of the most dynamic industries in sports!
In Episode 30, we sit down with Paul Bubb, Director of Athletics at Western Illinois University, to talk about his journey through college athletics and the lessons learned along the way.From his early career steps to leading WIU Athletics today, Paul reflects on the evolving landscape of the industry including the impact of NIL, how hiring practices are changing, and why relationships and networking still remain the foundation of long-term success.
Paul also shares the best piece of advice he’s ever received and what he wishes he knew when he first stepped into the world of college athletics.
Whether you're a seasoned admin, coach, or just getting started, this conversation offers valuable perspective and practical insight from a leader who’s seen it all.
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