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. 15 – Brian Petrone, PA – Injury, Identity, and Recovery:
Insights from Sports Medicine
In this episode of the Real Talk for Sports Parents podcast, Samantha Livingstone hosts Brian Petrone, a seasoned sports medicine clinician and parent. Brian shares his extensive experience in sports medicine, both as a physician’s assistant with Boston Orthopedics and Wellness and as a parent of three daughters who are competitive athletes. The conversation dives into the impact of sports injuries, especially in youth athletes, and discusses preventive measures, the importance of recovery, and mental health aspects. Brian also introduces his new venture focusing on regenerative medicine and recovery techniques. This episode is a valuable resource for parents looking to support their young athletes through the physical and emotional challenges of sports injuries.
· 04:06 Brian’s Journey in Sports Medicine
· 06:16 The Role of Sports Medicine in Youth Sports
· 10:58 Challenges and Changes in Youth Sports
· 17:57 Injury Prevention and Recovery
· 39:59 Understanding Parents’ Perspectives
· 40:47 Communicating with Parents and Athletes
· 43:18 Mental and Physical Challenges in Recovery
· 51:06 The Role of Regenerative Medicine
· 01:00:36 Balancing Sports and Recovery
· 01:06:51 Advice for Parents and Athletes
Quotes
• ” Well, I can’t tell you a hundred percent that the kid’s not gonna get an injury. You know, it comes down to genetics. It comes down to body habitus. It comes down to the amount they’re playing, what they’re doing, um, what their strength and condition is.” [25:08]
• ” Kids always come in. They wanna know two questions from me. Mm-hmm. When can I have surgery and when can I play again? That’s it. That’s all they wanna know. Everything in between is Yeah. Irrelevant. [42:28]
• ” So I’ll give, I’ll give you a quick example of, of stem cells. So at the age of 10, you have 4 million stem cells in your body. At the age of 30, you have 32,000 stem cells in your body. At the age of 50, you have 3,200 stem cells in your body.” [58:12]
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