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The Gametime Guru

If you"re looking for a unique perspective on sports, we"ll bring you the content you want. Through interviews with different guests around the sports industry, we are delivering a panoramic view on sports. My goal is to help you see the world of sports through a different lens!

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54:24

John Damon | This Former Football Player Designs the...

The Gametime Guru ·

2026/02/13

John has built a career designing high performance training spaces and helping athletes, executives, and high achievers raise their standards. We talk about the mindset shift from sports to business, why preparation builds confidence, and why being a great teammate starts with doing your job. This conversation goes deep into discipline, leadership, and the standards it takes to win in any arena. This is a great interview with former Boston College football player turned elite gym designer, trainer,

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42:49

How Booster Is Changing Fundraising for Sports |...

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2026/02/06

Scott Birnbaum (CEO & Founder of Booster) joins Shane Larson on The Gametime Guru Podcast to break down how Booster is changing sports fundraising for high school teams, booster clubs, and youth programs. The cost of athletics keeps rising, travel, equipment, team meals, uniforms, tournament fees — and many schools don't have the budget to cover it. Scott explains why traditional fundraisers (popcorn, candy, shoot-a-thons) often fall short, and how Booster takes a different approach: fundraising

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49:13

Willie Wright: Former NFL Lineman Talks Student...

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2026/01/30

Willie Wright is a former NFL offensive lineman and the current Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Development for Bronco Life at Boise State University. In this episode, Willie breaks down what student-athlete development actually looks like behind the scenes, how the NIL era is reshaping college athletics, and why the transition to life after sports can be difficult for athletes who don't go pro. We get into the reality of being an undrafted NFL lineman, the week-to-week pressure of roster

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57:24

David Hitz: Founder of Neuropro Speaks on Mental...

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2026/01/23

David Hitz is the founder of NeuroPro, where he helps athletes and high performers strengthen mental performance through neuroscience-backed tools and training. In this episode, we talk about the turning point that changed David's life, losing his older brother, and how that experience pushed him to take his health seriously in every area. We break down practical strategies that support the nervous system and improve performance, including breathwork, cold therapy (cold plunging), and the science of

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40:44

Seth Brock: Montana State National Champion on...

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2026/01/16

I've had the opportunity to follow Seth Brock since his days at Eagle High School here in the Treasure Valley. Back then, I got to watch him compete as a tight end and defensive end, and he was also getting after it on the wrestling mat. He was a high-level athlete then, and now he's a national champion at Montana State. In this episode, Seth takes us inside what the transition to college football really looks like. Going from being "the guy" in high school to showing up at the next level where

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01:20:36

Nick Schlekeway: How the Former Defensive End Rebuilt...

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2026/01/09

Boise State football fans, this one goes way beyond the highlights. I've followed Nick Schlekeway since his days at Eagle High School, and in this episode he shares the full story: winning at every level, playing for Boise State, and being part of the unforgettable Fiesta Bowl vs. Oklahoma, including what it felt like inside that game that changed college football forever. But the heart of this conversation is what happened after football ended. Nick opens up about the identity crisis many athletes

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37:32

Casey Stanley: Head Coach of Layton Christian Academy...

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2026/01/02

I had the chance to watch Layton Christian Academy compete at the Pro Image Sports Holiday Classic in Meridian, Idaho (Owyhee High School), and I was immediately intrigued by the way they carried themselves, competed, and ultimately won the tournament championship. Even more fascinating: Layton Christian is an international school with a roster made up of 15 players from 15 different countries. In this episode, Head Coach Casey Stanley breaks down what makes the program special and shares lessons

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36:40

Art Manteris: Sports Gaming Hall of Fame and Author...

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2025/12/26

Art Manteris is one of the most respected names in sports betting, an industry veteran with a four-decade career that includes time at the Fremont Hotel & Casino and running the sportsbook at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He was also inducted into the Sports Gaming Hall of Fame for his impact on the world of sports gaming. In this convo, I sit down with Art to talk about his new book, "The Bookie: How I Bet it all on Sports Gambling and Watched an Industry Explode", and the current headlines

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47:37

Harvey Araton: How Sports Media Changed and What...

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2025/12/20

Veteran sports journalist and author Harvey Araton joins me on the show for a deep conversation on how sports media has changed, what true "access" used to look like in the print era, and why great storytelling still matters in today's sports culture. Harvey shares behind-the-scenes stories from a career covering elite athletics (including the NBA), plus his experience co-producing ESPN's 30 for 30: When the Garden Was Eden, a project tied to the legendary 1970s New York Knicks era. A major focus of

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59:49

Lee Toldson: Basketball Coach, Mentor, and Author -...

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2025/12/13

Lee Toldson has immense experience on a variety of levels as a basketball coach, as a mentor, and now as an author! Listen in on this interview as I get the chance to learn about his history in the sport of basketball and how he ended up over here in Idaho, all the way from good old Louisiana!! I've admired Lee's work for quite some time and I'm grateful for the opportunity to chat with him! Lee has coached at the high school level, the professional level, international level, the club level, and

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44:43

Ben "The Bane" Davis: Combat Sports Commentator,...

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2025/12/05

Ben "The Bane" Davis has carved out one of the most unique paths in combat sports and entertainment. From calling fights across multiple promotions to stepping inside the cage himself—and even competing on MTV's The Challenge—Ben brings a rare blend of curiosity, courage, and relentless work ethic. In this episode, Ben breaks down how he entered the world of combat sports commentary, what he learned while grinding through early media roles, and the mindset it takes to stand out on the mic. We talk

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34:07

Dave 'Redneck' Mundell: BKFC Middleweight Champion of...

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2025/11/28

Today on The Gametime Guru, I'm joined by Dave "Redneck" Mundell — the reigning BKFC Middleweight Champion and one of the most disciplined, business-focused fighters in the sport. We dive deep into what makes Dave such a unique force in bare-knuckle fighting: His calm, all-business approach in a sport built on both competition and personality His background in combat sports and the journey that led him to the BKFC title The nerves he still feels before every fight — and the preparation strategies

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29:17

Mike Zanetti and Shane Larson | College Football...

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2025/11/21

We're breaking down the college football landscape right now as Mike Zanetti joins me here on the show! It's coming up on Week 13 of the season and we have a LOT to chat about! Join us to discuss the true 'contenders' vs the 'pretenders' in the college football playoff race! We're going to chat about the potential upsets: - Could Alabama lose to Auburn? - Will Ohio State come out undefeated or will Michigan or Indiana have something to say about that? - Will Vanderbilt find a way into the

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47:13

The Ever-Changing Landscape of College Football with...

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2025/11/14

What an awesome opportunity we have today to chat with Jay Paterno, the son of legendary Penn State University Coach, Joe Paterno. With his most recent book, "Blitzed" coming out recently, we'll chat with Jay about the contents of the book and how the landscape of college football continues to change, which is leaving coaches and players alike with a need to adapt! There are so many additional pressures with NIL coming into play. The money brings so many pressures. Do coaches have shorter leashes

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22:32

How Sports Teach You to Believe in Yourself | NIL,...

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2025/11/07

In this solo episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, I'm sharing two stories that hit close to home—one from the sideline and one from the broader world of college sports. How I Learned (Again) That I Belong I relive one of my final club basketball games coaching in California—when my undersized team went toe-to-toe with a junior college squad and found a way to win. It's a raw look at belief, resilience, and learning how to win again after a stretch of setbacks. If you've ever questioned whether you

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42:05

Buckeye Brotherhood with Bill Rabinowitz: Inside Ohio...

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2025/10/31

Sports writer Bill Rabinowitz joins me to unpack his new book Buckeye Brotherhood, the people-first stories from Ohio State's national championship season, and what it really takes to build a career in sports media today. We cover interviewing 50+ players and coaches, the leadership arc of Ryan Day, and why great reporting starts with listening. If you love Ohio State or you want to sharpen your sports-writing game, this one will hit. In this episode: The human stories behind the Buckeyes'

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53:03

Marianne Blackwell: From Middleton to BYU — Effort,...

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2025/10/24

Coach Marianne “Coach B” Blackwell knows what it takes to compete. From growing up in Middleton, Idaho, to leading her team at Brigham Young University to the Sweet 16, she’s experienced every level of the game — and now she’s shaping the next generation of athletes. In this conversation, we cover: How growing up in a competitive family molded her game The transition from JUCO to D1 basketball at BYU Why effort, fundamentals, and mindset still matter more than flash How the landscape of women’s

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01:09:57

How DJ Clark Went from Undrafted to the NFL | Idaho...

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2025/10/17

DJ Clark’s story is one of perseverance, grit, and the reality of chasing a dream. From Oceanside, California to Idaho State University, DJ carved out a path as a standout defensive back. After going undrafted, he earned NFL tryouts with the Carolina Panthers and Green Bay Packers, where every rep determined his future. In this episode, DJ dives into: 🏈 How late specialization and multisport training shaped his game 🌍 The cultural shock of moving from California to Idaho 🧠 What it’s really

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01:00:56

How a High Stakes Bookie Got Caught What Matt Bowyer...

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2025/10/10

Former bookmaker Matt Bowyer joins the show to pull back the curtain on underground sports betting. Matt explains how credit books work, why so many bettors prefer them over legal apps, and how his network operated across the country and overseas. He shares the night he met Ippei Mizuhara, the scale of the action that followed, and what happened when the FBI raided his home in October 2023. The conversation digs into gambling addiction, the odds stacked against the average bettor, and how Matt is

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48:36

From Convict to CEO w/ Chad Dunn: One in a Row,...

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2025/10/03

How do you rebuild your life when it feels like everything has been stripped away? In this powerful episode of The Game Time Guru, I sit down with Chad Dunn — former inmate turned CEO & Co-Founder of MOVE Human Performance in Arizona. Chad’s journey isn’t about luck. It’s about grit, discipline, and choosing to keep moving forward one step at a time. We cover: From BMX racer to football/wrestling → how early identity shaped his toughness The wrong turns: chasing adrenaline, drugs, prison—and how he

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