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Julien Blin

Data, insights, and stories from the world of sports, business, and technology. www.theupside.us

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🔥Upside NFL/NHL Group Chat with Alexi Pianosi...

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2025/06/02

This week we have the honor to interview a group of rehab and performance experts across the NFL and NHL. We discussed concussion assessment and management, their approach to this topic, the various modalities, best practices and trends that they are seeing in the market.* Alexi Pianosi, Head S&C coach at the Colorado Avalanche, an NHL team.* Kim Brouzes, an experienced Canadian sports therapist and CEO of Kinmetrix which built an advanced neck strengthening device collecting data.* Ryan Juarez, the

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🔥Upside NCAA Group Chat with Eric Renaghan...

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2025/05/30

This week we had the honor to interview a group of NCAA sports performance experts.* Dr. John DeWitt, director of applied sports science in the athletic department and a faculty member, Rice University (NCAA team).* Eric Renaghan, Executive Director of Sport Performance, University of Miami (NCAA team).* Drew Lukes, Senior PT at Duke University and the head of sports science, Duke university’s women soccer team (NCAA team).You can read the full transcript of the podcast interview with Eric, Drew,

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🎙️ Upside Chat with Megan Rottler Hattori, Associate...

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2025/05/29

Today we have the honor of interviewing Megan Rottler Hattori, the Associate Director of Sports Performance for Olympic Sports at Duke University (NCAA). She is also the primary sports performance coach for the women’s soccer and volleyball teams.Before her tenure at Duke, Rottler Hattori was the Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at Harvard University. There, she was responsible for the strength and conditioning programs of various sports, including men’s and women’s diving, women’s

13:58

🎙️ Upside Chat with C.J. Watson, Former NBA player...

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2025/05/26

Today we have the honor of interviewing C.J. Watson, a former NBA player (Chicago Bulls, Warriors, Broolyn Nets) turned investor and author of children books.C.J. Watson is a former professional basketball player who transitioned into a successful career as a children's book author and philanthropist. Born on April 17, 1984, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Watson played college basketball at the University of Tennessee, where he became the school's second all-time leader in assists and steals. Despite going

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🎙️ Upside Chat with José María Oliva Lozano, Director...

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2025/05/22

Today we have the honor of interviewing José María Oliva Lozano, the Director of Research and Innovation at the US Soccer Federation.José María Oliva Lozano serves as the Director of Research and Innovation at the U.S. Soccer Federation, a role he has held since November 2023. In this position, he leads initiatives that integrate advanced technologies and data-driven methodologies to enhance player development, health, and fan engagement. Prior to this, he was a Senior Manager in the same department

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🎙️ Upside Chat with Paul Roberson (CEO) & Roderick...

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2025/05/15

Today we have the honor of interviewing Paul Roberson, founder of FLO Technology, a leading new innovative technology company focused on innovative equipment in the sports tech industry. Paul is joined on the call by Roderick Moore Jr, the co founder and Chief Performance Science Officer of the company.FLO Technology develops a 360-degree speed and agility resistance training system. Their primary product is a system that allows athletes to train with resistance in all directions, replicating

18:51

🎙️ Upside Chat with Jeff Hintz, Executive Director of...

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2025/05/13

Today we have the honor of interviewing Jeff Hintz, executive director of Sports tech HQ, a sports tech ecosystem builder based in the state of Indiana.With over two decades of experience in the sports industry, Jeff has held leadership roles with the PGA of America and major events like the Ryder Cup. He was recognized as the 2016 Sportsperson of the Year by the Star Tribune for his work with the Ryder Cup in Minnesota. Prior to leading Sports Tech HQ, Hintz served as the Executive Director for the

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🎙️ Upside Chat with Dr Stefan Valdes, An Experienced...

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2025/05/08

Today we have the honor of interviewing Dr. Stefan Valdes, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Board-Certified Sports Specialist (SCS), and Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (CSCS).A Miami native, he founded Movement Lab in 2019 to bridge the gap between rehab and performance. Dr. Stefan specializes in sports and orthopedic rehab, bringing experience from the collegiate level, private sector, and the NBA, where he previously served as a hybrid Physical Therapist and Strength Coach for the

18:23

🎙️ Upside Chat with Andre Antonelli, CEO of Machina...

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2025/05/06

Today we have the honor of interviewing André Antonelli, CEO of Machina Sports, a leading AI agent platform for sports.Machina Sports is an AI infrastructure platform designed specifically for the sports industry, enabling teams, media companies, and sportsbooks to build and deploy intelligent AI agents that automate content creation, fan engagement, and data analysis workflows. Their platform combines structured sports data (like match statistics) with unstructured sources (such as news and fan

21:40

🎙️ Upside Chat with Dr Richard Albright (CEO) & Dr...

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2025/05/01

Today we have the honor of interviewing Dr Richard Albright, CEO of Summus Medical Laser, a leading class 4 laser therapy device company. Richard was joined by Dr Phil Harrington, the Chief Medical Officer of the company.Summus Medical Laser develops and manufactures Class IV laser therapy devices utilized across medical, dental, and veterinary fields. These devices deliver specific red and near-infrared wavelengths of laser light to induce therapeutic effects, aiming to support the body's natural

29:43

🔥Upside NFL/F1 Group Chat with Pieter Bulsink...

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2025/04/29

This week we have the honor to interview a group of rehab and performance experts across the NFL and F1. We discussed neck training, their approach to neck training, the various modalities, best practices and trends that they are seeing in the market.* Pieter Bulsink, the CEO of Maverick Training, a sports performance company focused on elite athletes in F1 and other sports. Pieter has worked with F1 drivers such as Max Verstappen at Red bull (F1).* Kim Brouzes, an experienced Canadian sports

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⭐Upside VC Profile: Cartan Capital & Chat with CiCi...

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2025/04/24

Cartan Capital is a private investment firm specializing in growth-oriented partnerships with businesses across a range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, and financial services. The firm takes a long-term, research-driven approach to investing, combining deep industry expertise with a commitment to operational excellence. Cartan Capital collaborates closely with management teams to support strategic expansion, innovation, and value creation, often providing both capital and advisory

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🔥Upside Chat with Mike Messer (Nashville SC / MLS),...

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2025/04/23

This week we have the honor to interview again a group of sports performance executives to talk about the latest trends in the world of sports performance and rehabilitation.* Jason Han, the former head of rehabilitation at LAFC (MLS). Jason is also the head of business development in North America at OneBase health.* Michael Messer, the head of rehabilitation at Nashville SC (MLS).* Chris Wolbert, the director of rehabilitation at Sporting KC (MLS). * Derek Lawrance, the Assistant Athletic trainer

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🔥Upside ATP/WTA Group Chat with Al Murphy (Tennis...

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2025/04/21

This week we had the honor to interview a group of ATP/WTA sports performance experts in pro tennis. * Al Murphy, senior S&C coach at Tennis Australia. Al works with tennis players such as Rinky Hijikata, Emerson Jones and Aleks Vukic. He is also the head of sports science at Tennis Australia.* Zack Evenden, an experienced performance coach. Zack has worked with top tennis players like Frances Tiafoe, and Michael Mmoh. * Abdul Sillah, an experienced performance coach. Abdul has worked with top

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🎙️ Upside Chat with Emma Meehan, CEO of KinetikIQ, a...

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2025/04/17

Today we have the honor of interviewing Emma Meehan, CEO of KinetikIQ, a leading real time excercie feedback and analysis company.KinetikIQ, developed by Precision Sports Technology, is an innovative LiDAR based app that provides real-time, sensor-free movement assessments. Utilizing AI-powered computer vision, it analyzes movement patterns to deliver instant metrics on biomechanics, such as range of motion, velocity, and asymmetries. This technology aims to assist physiotherapists, strength and

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🎙️ Upside Chat with Michael D'Auria, EVP...

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2025/04/15

Today we have the honor of interviewing Michael D'Auria, EVP Partnerships, Sports and Technology at Genius Sports, a leading sports technology company.Genius Sports is a global sports technology company that provides data, technology, and broadcast solutions to the sports, sports betting, and media industries. Essentially, they act as a crucial link between sports leagues, betting operators, and media outlets. Their services include capturing and distributing live sports data, facilitating sports

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🔥Upside NCAA Group Chat with Eric Renaghan...

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2025/04/07

This week we had the honor to interview a group of NCAA sports performance experts.* Dr. John DeWitt, director of applied sports science in the athletic department and a faculty member, Rice University (NCAA team).* Eric Renaghan, Executive Director of Sport Performance, University of Miami (NCAA team).* Drew Lukes, Senior PT at Duke University and the head of sports science, Duke university’s women soccer team (NCAA team).* Brandon DeSantis, Director of Integrated Health and Sports Performance,

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🔥Upside Video Chat: Dr Ron Dick, Duquesne University,...

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2025/04/04

This week we have the honor to interview again Dr. Ron Dick, associate professor of sports marketing at Duquesne University in the school of business. Ron also worked for 20 years in sports, including 15 years in the NBA with the Sixers and the Nets, and then five years in the NCAA.Watch the full video interview by clicking on the link below:You can read the full transcript of the podcast interview with Ron located at the top of this blog post.📝Show Notes: Through this interview, we touched on the

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⭐Upside VC Profile: Monarch Collective & Chat with...

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2025/04/02

Monarch Collective is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in women's sports. Launched in 2023 by Kara Nortman and Jasmine Robinson, the firm initially raised $100 million, with backing from notable investors such as Billie Jean King, Laela Sturdy, and Cindy Holland. As of March 2025, Monarch Collective expanded its fund to $250 million, reflecting growing interest in the sector. The firm focuses on investments in women's sports teams, leagues, and related businesses, with current holdings

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🎙️ Upside Chat with John DeWitt, Director of Applied...

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2025/04/01

Today we have the honor of interviewing Dr. John DeWitt, the director of applied sports science in the athletic department and a faculty member at Rice University (NCAA).Dr. John DeWitt has been working a Rice University since July 2023. In this role, he aims to develop a premier sports science program that integrates various sports within the department and collaborates with external research partners. Prior to joining Rice, Dr. DeWitt served as the Senior Biomechanist and Exercise Device Project

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