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SPKN’s Unspoken Knowledge

SPKN’s Unspoken Knowledge

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 Unspoken Knowledge is a leadership series for those who believe sport can—and should—be life-changing. Hosted by two sport D1 Athlete, Coach Developer, and SPKN’s founder Meg Wilson, this podcast goes beyond X’s and O’s to explore what truly sets elite teams apart: trust, purpose, and the courage to lead under pressure.
Each episode features conversations with extraordinary leaders — from Navy SEALs and Marine Scout Snipers to tech pioneers and culture shapers. Whether you’re a coach, administrator, or athlete, this series will challenge you to think deeper, lead better, and create impact that lasts long after the game ends.
Because real leadership isn’t just taught — it’s lived.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
Episodes
  • How Sports Build Elite Leaders | Cristin Browne

    How Sports Build Elite Leaders | Cristin Browne
    Oct 13 2025

    In this episode, Meg Wilson interviews West Point graduate and retired Army helicopter pilot Cristin Browne about her journey from multi-sport athlete to military commander. After a near-career-ending injury just before graduation, Cristin fought back and became a Black Hawk helicopter pilot. She offers leadership insights and candid reflections on resilience, inclusion, and overcoming adversity as a female leader in the military.
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    49 mins
  • Building Mentally Tough Athletes | Neil Dyer & Matthew Brakeman

    Building Mentally Tough Athletes | Neil Dyer & Matthew Brakeman
    Sep 26 2025

    What separates athletes who break under pressure from those who rise above it? Neil Dyer and Matthew Brakeman, co-founders of Warriors Rise, join Meg Wilson to explore the real meaning of mental toughness.

    Subscribe for more conversations with purpose-driven leaders Learn more about SPKN and our mission: www.SPKNmedia.org

    #SPKN #SportKnowledge #SportLeadership #UnspokenKnowledge #MentalToughness #NeilDyer #MatthewBrakeman #WarriorsRise #AthleteResilience #CoachDevelopment
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Cost of Leadership | Neil Dyer, Matthew Brakeman, & Rick Seigmund

    The Cost of Leadership | Neil Dyer, Matthew Brakeman, & Rick Seigmund
    Sep 22 2025

    Meg Wilson sits down with Warriors Rise leaders Neil Dyer, Matthew Brakeman, and Rick Sigmund to unpack the hidden keys to elite leadership. From Neil’s experiences as a BUD/S instructor to powerful stories of mentorship and emotional intelligence. Discover what it takes to build resilient, high-performing teams in both sports and military arenas.

    Subscribe for more conversations with purpose-driven leaders Learn more about SPKN and our mission: www.SPKNmedia.org

    #SPKN #SportKnowledge #SportLeadership #UnspokenKnowledge #MentalToughness #NeilDyer #MatthewBrakeman #WarriorsRise #AthleteResilience #CoachDevelopment
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    1 hr and 12 mins
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