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Let’s Talk About It

Thrive Insights LLC

Recognized by Sports Business Journal, Meta, and more, Let’s Talk About It, informs and supports student-athletes with honest and engaging conversations about student-athlete issues. Your host, Sydney Moore is a Division 1 volleyball player and dedicated advocate for student-athlete empowerment.

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All Episodes

14:28

Blocking Out The Noise w/ Cat Flood

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2025/04/04

Sydney chats with Cat Flood from Pitt Volleyball about navigating social media on a famous team, tuning out the distractions, and embracing your role—whatever it looks like. Oh, and of course… her hair.

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14:48

Stepping Up In Big Moments w/ Payton Petersen

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2025/03/28

Sydney chats with Payton Petersen (Louisville VB) about her Freshman year of P4 volleyball. Payton shares about her family’s influence on her volleyball career and her Final Four experience.

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13:53

How Injury Shaped an All-American w/ Sami Francis

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2025/03/20

Sydney chats with Sami Francis (Stanford VB) about how the many injuries she experienced during her career impacted her mental health. Sami opens up about how the challenges she faced at Stanford changed her life.

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12:55

The Transfer Portal & Team Leadership w/ Chelsea Thorpe

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2025/03/13

Sydney chats with Chelsea Thorpe (UNC VB) about the mental challenges of transferring, finding confidence in a new team, and stepping into a leadership role. Chelsea shares how she navigated loneliness, performance anxiety, and the pressures of being a captain. Tune in for insights on athlete mental health, team culture, and the rising competition in ACC volleyball!

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13:36

Finding Yourself: Mental Health in Volleyball w/...

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2025/03/06

Sydney chats with Rachel Richardson (Duke VB) to discuss the challenges of navigating identity, mental health, and competitiveness as a student-athlete in the ACC. Rachel shares powerful insights on growth, support, and thriving in a high-performance culture. This episode is sponsored by The Zone, The Wellness Copilot for Sports Organizations.

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10:18

The Truth About Social Media w/ Katie Moore

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2025/02/27

Sydney chats with Katie Moore (D1 Track, Iowa) about the realities of social media. They dive into the pressures of maintaining an online presence, dealing with public criticism, and finding a balance between authenticity and privacy.

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10:03

Pro Volleyball in the US w/ Abby Hansen

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2025/02/20

Sydney chats with Abby Hansen of the Orlando Valkyries (Pro Volleyball Federation) about the rise of pro volleyball in the U.S., the impact of two competing leagues, and what this means for the future of the sport.

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10:20

The Athlete's Guide to Greek Life w/ Mir McLean

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2025/02/13

Sydney chats with Mir McLean (Maryland WBB) about her experience balancing Greek life with athletics. Mir clears up misconceptions about Greek organizations, offers advice for student-athletes who want to join a sorority or fraternity, and explains how research, values, and self-reflection play key roles in the journey.

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10:57

Preparing Your Financial Future w/ Brendan Gawel &...

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2025/02/06

Sydney chats with Financial Service Representatives Brendan Gawel and Jerry Hickson about how student-athletes can prepare for their financial future. Brendan and Gerald give their top 3 simple tips for how student-athletes can set themselves up for success.

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11:33

The Mindset of A Champion w/ Laulauga Tausaga-Collins

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2025/01/30

Sydney chats with World Champion Discus Thrower, Laulauga Tausaga-Collins on the Mindset of a Champion. Laulauga opens up about the ugly truths of competitive athletics and gives career changing advice for those doubting their athletic future.

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09:45

Navigating Your Personal Brand w/ Sabrina Oostburg

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2025/01/23

Sydney chats w/ Sabrina Oostburg (D1 Throwing, CEO of NIL Roadmap) about how Sabrina grew her online presence while growing as her own person. Sabrina talks about how she organizes her content, creating opportunities, and what every athlete should know about NIL.

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11:35

House vs. NCAA Claims Explained

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2025/01/16

Sydney sits down with an attorney on the House vs. NCAA case, Stephanie Verdoia, to discuss the facts of the claims process. Stephanie clears up misinformation and urges student-athletes to stay diligent and informed.

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05:16

Freshman Year Real Talk w/ Ava Bogan & Madison Wood

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Ava Bogan and Madison Wood (Cornell Volleyball) about their freshman year. Ava and Madison discuss how the year met (or didn’t) meet their expectations and what they think all incoming freshmen should know.

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07:14

International Student-Athletes w/ Doga Ozalp & Sara...

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Doga Ozalp and Sara Pomar (Cornell Volleyball) about their experience as International student-athletes.

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06:31

The Players' Coach w/ Ryan Meis

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Ryan Meis (Seton Hill Basketball) about how his coach, Ben Wilkins, changed his life for the better. Ryan reveals what recruits should be looking for when choosing the right program for them.

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06:31

How Are You Really w/ Coach Ben Wilkins

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Coach Ben Wilkins (Seton Hill Basketball) about the critical role coaches play in student-athletes’ lives. Coach WIlkins shares ways coaches can better connect with their athletes and how athlete’s priorities affect recruiting.

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06:37

What Actually Works w/ Dr. Laura Jones

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Dr. Laura Jones (Mental Health Coordinator, UNC Asheville) about what steps athletic departments can take to support their student-athletes effectively. Dr. Jones explains common mental health techniques. This episode is presented by The Zone, the Wellness Co-Pilot For Sports Organizations.

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05:42

Leading The Way w/ Katie Willet (Big East Conference)

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Katie Willet (Senior Associate Commissioner, Big East Conference) about how conferences can support student-athlete mental health. They discuss how athletes can influence what happens at their schools. This episode is presented by The Zone, the Wellness Co-Pilot For Sports Organizations.

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06:34

Walk-In Wednesdays w/ Kari Lewis

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Kari Lewis (licensed clinician, Marquette University) about the mental health challenges student-athletes face each day. Kari gives advice on some of the most common student-athlete struggles. This episode is presented by The Zone, the Wellness Co-Pilot For Sports Organizations.

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06:15

Strength in Vulnerability w/ Brianna Scott

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2024/12/05

Sydney chats with Brianna Scott (Georgetown Basketball) about Bri’s mental health journey as a D1 basketball player. Brianna opens up about finding a therapist and the support she received from her family, teammates, and Georgetown community. This episode is presented by The Zone, the Wellness Co-Pilot For Sports Organizations.

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