Episodes

  • Ep. 101: The "Why" of Mindful Performance
    Feb 20 2026

    In this episode, Keith and Tim brainstorm on an exciting (and hopefully groundbreaking) insight that had just come up in their MSPE Institute meeting about the "why" of mindfulness as applied to sport performance.

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    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

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    Keith and Tim

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    53 mins
  • Ep. 100: Training Your Brain to Beat Chronic Pain with Dr. Carly Hunt
    Feb 6 2026

    In this episode, Keith and Tim welcome their colleague, sport and health psychologist Dr. Carly Hunt, to discuss her exciting new book and the fascinating topic of training the brain to manage both acute and chronic physical pain.

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Present Mind Consulting

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    Train Your Brain to Beat Chronic Pain

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    Keith and Tim

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    50 mins
  • Ep. 99: Bringing Acceptance to Betrayal in Sport
    Jan 23 2026

    In this episode, Keith and Tim discuss how we can respond to feelings of betrayal in sport - whether related to injury, relationships, losing, or something else - with mindful acceptance. Spoiler alert: it's not easy, but it can be done with practice!

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    Heartbreak

    Mindful Games

    Mindful: How Mindfulness Can Help Us Forgive Betrayal

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    Keith and Tim

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    50 mins
  • Ep. 98: Relating to Mistakes Differently
    Jan 9 2026

    In this episode, Keith and Tim discuss how we can relate to mistakes differently. When revisiting what happened - everywhere from in our minds to through sports analytics or film sessions - how the approach we take can influence whether we learn from or repeat them.

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    Autobiography in Five Short Chapters by Portia Nelson

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    Keith and Tim

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    44 mins
  • Ep. 97: Psychologically Safe Cultures in Sport
    Dec 19 2025

    In this episode, Keith and Tim discuss psychological safety in sports environments - exactly what is it and why is it so important? And, what role can mindfulness play in helping players, coaches, and administrators to establish psychological safety? They share examples from their work and reflect on what's happening in cultures across levels of sport.

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    ADU: Cultivating Psychologically Safe Team Environments

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    Keith and Tim

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    53 mins
  • Ep. 96: Does Amateurism in Sport Still Exist?
    Dec 5 2025

    In this episode, Keith and Tim discuss the shifting landscape across levels of sport (from youth through professional) due to rampant monetization. How can we explain what is happening, what are the impacts on athletes' mental health and development, and is there anything we can do to promote positive cultural changes?

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books and Articles Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    Tom Izzo sounds off on NCAA after Louisville signs ex-G Leaguer

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    Keith and Tim

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    51 mins
  • Ep. 95: Revisiting Grief and Loss
    Nov 14 2025

    In this episode, Tim provides a candid update on his grief process and where he finds himself this year at a significant anniversary. His courage and authenticity is on full display, and the resonance is clear whether you are a parent, an athlete, or just human.

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

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    Keith and Tim

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    51 mins
  • Ep. 94: The Agony and Ecstasy of Sports Rivalries
    Oct 31 2025

    In this episode, we talk social polarization through the lens of sport rivalries. Is it true that "to hate like this is to be happy forever" or is there advantage in loving even our fiercest competitors? Weigh in on the discussion!

    Social Media Mentioned:

    Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute, @mindfulsportdoc

    YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast

    Websites Mentioned:

    www.mindfulsportperformance.org

    Zen in the Zone

    Books Mentioned

    Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement

    To Hate Like This is to be Happy Forever

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    Keith and Tim

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    58 mins