Intentionally Grounded
Intentionally Grounded
Brian Wille
This is Intentionally Grounded, a podcast that strives to grow a community of coaching excellence. We interview football coaches from around the nation and share with you their stories, insights, and strategies so that you can become the best version of your coaching self possible.
Episode 92: Nate Boyer Former NFL Player & Green Beret
Episode 92 features former Texas Longhorn, NFL Player, and Green Beret Nate Boyer. Nate discusses with us his journey to football, his service to our country, and his unique experiences that have led him to use his platform for social change. 
Aug 9, 2021
24 min
Episode 91: Casey O'Brien University of Minnesota (Former Player)
Episode 91 features former University of Minnesota football player Casey O'Brien. Casey relives his football career, including a recently completed career with the Minnesota Gophers, and reflects on his multiple battles with cancer that he refused to let derail his playing career and dreams. Casey also shares with us his current endeavors while leaving with us an inspirational message that can help listeners of all ages in whatever situation they find themselves in. 
Jun 29, 2021
18 min
Episode 90: Charles Adams III Minneapolis North HS (HC)
Episode 90 features the head coach at Minneapolis North High School Charles Adams III. Coach will discuss his career in coaching, the culture and program he has built to turnaround Minneapolis North, the lessons and impact of his career in law enforcement on coaching, and the impact of the tragic death of George Floyd on his team, his community, and our country. 
May 5, 2021
16 min
Episode 89: Tom Allen Indiana University (HC)
Episode 89 features the head coach of Indiana University, Tom Allen. In this episode, Coach Allen shares how he built the L.E.O culture, developed leaders on his team, and ultimately turned around Indiana Football into a program on the rise.
Apr 16, 2021
28 min
Episode 88: Lewis Caralla Georgia Tech Strength & Conditioning Coach
Episode 88 features the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Georgia Tech University, Lewis Caralla. Coach will discuss his career in strength and conditioning, his journey in the coaching profession, his philosophy for motivating and engaging student-athletes, and how he has adapted his instruction and program to fit the unique needs and demands of Covid-19. 
Apr 7, 2021
19 min
Episode 87: Ryan Burns 24/7 Sports Recruiting Analyst
Episode 87 features the yearly return of 24/7’s recruiting analyst for the University of Minnesota, Ryan Burns.  Ryan discusses the current FCS Spring Season, the upcoming 2021 Minnesota Golden Gophers, and the prospects to look for in the upcoming 2022 class in the state of Minnesota.
Mar 31, 2021
30 min
Episode 86: Kurt Warner Hall of Fame QB
Episode 86 features Hall of Fame Quarterback Kurt Warner. Kurt shares with us some of the lessons he's learned throughout his career, relives some of the most memorable and teachable moments, discusses how to develop full-field pass concepts, and explains different ways to simplify your passing concepts for effective QB reads.
Mar 10, 2021
43 min
Episode 85: Matt Finn Roland-Story HS (HC)
Episode 85 features the head coach at Roland-Story HS, Matt Finn. Coach will share with us his journey in coaching, the mentors who have helped shape his philosophy, and detail the mindset and values behind his prolific offenses from season's past. Coach will also discuss his leadership and cultural development programs that have helped develop a mindset and atmosphere built around one word: trust. 
Mar 3, 2021
45 min
Episode 84: Alex Pollock Aplington-Parkersburg (HC)
Episode 84 features the head coach of Aplington-Parkersburg High School Alex Pollock. Coach will share with us his journey through the coaching profession, including his stops at both the high school and collegiate ranks, and detail the mentors who have helped shape his coaching and program building philosophies. We will also discuss the influence and legacy of legendary Coach Ed Thomas on Aplington-Parkersburg Football and the tradition rich program that he started and Coach Pollock now carries on today.  
Feb 24, 2021
28 min
Episode 83: Darrell Thompson Bolder Options & Minnesota Golden Gophers
Episode 83 features former University of Minnesota Golden Gopher Running Back and current color commentator Darrell Thompson. Darrell speaks to us about his playing career at the University of Minnesota, culminating as the all-time leading rusher in program history, his career in the NFL, and his post career endeavors which include Bolder Options. Darrell delves into the importance of mentorship in the lives of our youth and discusses how Bolder Options seeks to connect people and provide mentorship to those in need. 
Feb 15, 2021
19 min
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