Real Talk for Sports Parents w/ Samantha Livingstone
Real Talk for Sports Parents w/ Samantha Livingstone
Podcast Description
Welcome to Real Talk for Sports Parents (RTSP), the podcast where we pull back the curtain on parenting in the world of sports. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist, wife of a coach, and mother of four female athletes, Samantha Livingstone, this show weaves together a mix of expert insights, real-life stories, and practical advice to help parents—of athletes of all ages—feel less alone and more connected to what truly matters in supporting their kids.
RTSP is your go-to space for honest, no-holds-barred conversations that empower you to cut through the noise and navigate the chaos of parenting in the world of sports. Whether it’s solo episodes with Sam, interviews with experts, coaches, fellow sport parents, or advice from current and former athletes, you’ll find the resources you need to thrive on this journey.
Take what resonates, leave the rest, and remember—you’re not alone in this!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics centered around the challenges and rewards of parenting athletes, with episodes that delve into mental toughness, identity development, and the balance of performance with well-being. Specific discussions include redefining mental toughness with expert Dr. Andreas Stamatis, sharing personal stories from Samantha on navigating mental health challenges, and exploring the importance of values in youth sports with fellow Olympian Lindsay Mintenko.
Welcome to Real Talk for Sports Parents (RTSP), the podcast where we pull back the curtain on parenting in the world of sports. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist, wife of a coach, and mother of four female athletes, Samantha Livingstone, this show weaves together a mix of expert insights, real-life stories, and practical advice to help parents—of athletes of all ages—feel less alone and more connected to what truly matters in supporting their kids.
RTSP is your go-to space for honest, no-holds-barred conversations that empower you to cut through the noise and navigate the chaos of parenting in the world of sports. Whether it’s solo episodes with Sam, interviews with experts, coaches, fellow sport parents, or advice from current and former athletes, you’ll find the resources you need to thrive on this journey.
Take what resonates, leave the rest, and remember—you’re not alone in this!
Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast
Hosted by Samantha Livingstone
Ep. 22 – How Asking Better Questions Builds Better Leaders
and Parents with Jeff Raker
In this episode of the Real Talk for Sports Parents podcast, host Samantha Livingstone is joined by Jeff Raker, an executive leadership coach with extensive experience in both ministry and sports. The discussion covers essential topics such as effective parenting in the sports world, the importance of self-awareness and leadership development for athletes, and practical strategies for enhancing performance and emotional resilience. Jeff shares his journey from being a pastor to a leadership coach, emphasizing the significance of asking powerful questions and being present with your children. The conversation also delves into the nuances of dealing with feelings, setting boundaries, and fostering agency in young athletes.
· 02:34 Jeff’s Journey in Swimming and Officiating
· 05:51 The Role of Officiating in Sports
· 13:51 Blending Ministry and Coaching
· 19:46 Parenting and Coaching Insights
· 28:01 The Power of Asking Questions
· 43:37 The Power of Pausing
· 44:05 Acronyms for Better Listening
· 56:15 The Role of Self-Awareness in Leadership
· 01:02:11 The Importance of Sleep and Screen Time
· 01:11:57 Jeff’s Leadership Coaching Philosophy
Quotes
• “Parenting is on the job training, right. It, it, it’s, you do the best you can with the moments you have and the information you have.” [20:04]
• “You’re an imperfect human being, Who is raising imperfect human beings and you know. Have you messed up then apologize and ask for forgiveness? Yeah. But yeah, just be, be allow yourself to be human. Allow them to.” [28:59]
• “Do you always have, have an answer for it? Or can you say, wow, that is a great question. I don’t know.” [01:10:03]
Social Media and Links
· “Now That’s a Great Question” by Jeff Raker on Amazon
Jeff’s Bio:
I am an Executive Leadership Coach, and have been coaching people in that capacity since 2019. I graduated from Asbury Seminary and I have been a Pastor for 36 years. Collegiate swimmer, Dad to swimmers and softball players. Swim official, former FINA Starter. Master’s swimmer & national champion, I swam at the University of Cincinnati. I’ve been married to my wife, Stephanie, for 39 years and we have 3 children, and 7 grandchildren.
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