Sports Episodes

From 14 Straight Losses to National Coach of the Year: The Chris Ayres Story Chris Ayres knows what it feels like to struggle before things finally click. Long before becoming one of college wrestling’s most respected coaches, he lost 14 straight matches as a youth wrestler. Most athletes would have quit. Instead, Ayres stayed in the fight. In this inspiring episode of HarmonyTALK, host Greg Frigoletto speaks with the New Jersey native about resilience, leadership, and the unlikely ...

Former NFL defensive tackle Marc Spindler joins HarmonyTALK Podcast to share his powerful journey after retiring from the Detroit Lions. In this episode, Marc opens up about identity loss, resilience and finding purpose beyond football, including the life philosophy he teaches his children: Staying Healthy, Hungry, and Humble. A must-listen for athletes, sports fans, and anyone navigating life after a major transition. As HarmonyTALK continues its mission of sharing stories from Dreamers and ...

In this episode of HarmonyTALK, we sit down with Gene Monahan, the legendary New York Yankees athletic trainer who dedicated over 50 years of his career to Major League Baseball. From his early days as a young dreamer with a passion for baseball, Gene's journey led him to the pinnacle of professional sports, helping world-class athletes perform at their best. As the Yankees’ head athletic trainer for four decades, join us as we explore Gene’s inspiring path to becoming an integral part of a cha...

Everyone has a dream. For many young boys, the dream is to become a major league baseball player. Years back, this was especially true for a little boy growing up in Tacoma, Washington. Harmony Talk is honored to share the story of the journey of legendary third baseman, Ron Cey. Known to many as “the Penguin”, Ron played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. Although best known for covering the “hot corner” for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ron also played for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics. ...

In this episode of Harmony Talk, host Lisa Champeau is joined by Lisa Bu who shares her inspiring journey from a young girl in China with dreams of becoming a gymnast and opera singer to a prominent figure in public media and TED Talks. She discusses the impact of media on her worldview, her experiences as an immigrant in the U.S., and her passion for writing, particularly her current project—a libretto inspired by a famous Chinese opera singer. Lisa emphasizes the importance of pursuing dreams,...

In this episode of Harmony Talk, host Todd Stephens interviews David Millar, an ultramarathoner and medical student who shares his inspiring journey from addiction to recovery. David discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of community support, and how he found purpose in helping others. He emphasizes the significance of long-term thinking in recovery, the role of faith, and the need to break the stigma surrounding addiction. David also draws parallels between the struggles of recovery...

Isabel Bohn and Jeff McGinnis founded the Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports to fill a gap in available recreation and sports activities for the disabled on the East Coast. Thirty-five years and mountains of challenges later, they are thriving. The Center has produced 11 Paralympians, but more than that, it’s “really changed people in so many positive ways” and built a flourishing community of inclusivity and possibility. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List:...

He has one of the most iconic voices in Philadelphia sports history. On August 17, 1994, Marc Zumoff was named the television voice of the Philadelphia 76ers, fulfilling his childhood dream. His career spanned four decades and includes covering the Rio Olympics in 2016 for NBC, assorted assignments for Turner Sports, NBA-TV, the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia Union and various other pro, college and high school events. He’s also been an anchor, producer and reporter and spent the first five y...

Micah Dawanyi is a wearer of many hats- author, coach, illustrator, and speaker, to name a few. Micah grew up as an athlete, but at 15, he was forced to cut his soccer career short after suffering from a series of medical conditions and injuries, the most notable being a life-threatening heart condition. At 16, he earned his first national coaching license, becoming the youngest licensed coach in South Florida’s history. Micah used his license to start a non-profit training business to serve und...

After a concussion in training camp ended his dreams of playing for the New York Jets, Russ Cooke found himself pumping gas in his home town. In this episode he talks with Todd Stephens about his unlikely transition from the locker room to the board room. Today he’s focused on the mental health and wellbeing of student athletes who face increasing rates of anxiety and depression, through his work with NDUR for Athletes. Key Takeaways: The importance of peer-to-peer support in mental health. Ru...

Ashley Shaw, 15, is one of the best young golfers in the country. She recently won the prestigious John Shippen National Invitational and played in her first LPGA tournament at the Cognizant Founder’s Cup. Ashley not only competes against children and adults but also is engaged in growing the game and giving back. She is determined to leave the game better than she found it by encouraging and participating in clinics across the country to introduce the game to the next generation. Key Takeaways...

In this episode of HarmonyTALK, we sit down with Gene Monahan, the legendary New York Yankees athletic trainer who dedicated over 50 years of his career to Major League Baseball. From his early days as a young dreamer with a passion for baseball, Gene's journey led him to the pinnacle of professional sports, helping world-class athletes perform at their best. As the Yankees’ head athletic trainer for four decades, join us as we explore Gene’s inspiring path to becoming an integral part of a cha...

Everyone has a dream. For many young boys, the dream is to become a major league baseball player. Years back, this was especially true for a little boy growing up in Tacoma, Washington. Harmony Talk is honored to share the story of the journey of legendary third baseman, Ron Cey. Known to many as “the Penguin”, Ron played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. Although best known for covering the “hot corner” for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ron also played for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics. ...

He has one of the most iconic voices in Philadelphia sports history. On August 17, 1994, Marc Zumoff was named the television voice of the Philadelphia 76ers, fulfilling his childhood dream. His career spanned four decades and includes covering the Rio Olympics in 2016 for NBC, assorted assignments for Turner Sports, NBA-TV, the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia Union and various other pro, college and high school events. He’s also been an anchor, producer and reporter and spent the first five y...

After a concussion in training camp ended his dreams of playing for the New York Jets, Russ Cooke found himself pumping gas in his home town. In this episode he talks with Todd Stephens about his unlikely transition from the locker room to the board room. Today he’s focused on the mental health and wellbeing of student athletes who face increasing rates of anxiety and depression, through his work with NDUR for Athletes. https://ndurforathletes.health https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-cooke-0883b...

Isabel Bohn and Jeff McGinnis founded the Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports to fill a gap in available recreation and sports activities for the disabled on the East Coast. Thirty-five years and mountains of challenges later, they are thriving. The Center has produced 11 Paralympians, but more than that, it’s “really changed people in so many positive ways” and built a flourishing community of inclusivity and possibility.