In this episode, Josh and Deb talk about the adjusted high school sports season and how it's going. They also make an important announcement about the future of the Character Combine Podcast. If you want to skip ahead to that part, it starts at 38:34. FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

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Episode 129- Sports Season Update and Podcast Announcement

Levi Ferguson aka The Passion Guy is a motivational speaker. He joins the podcast to share about where his life started, the ups and downs in his journey, and how he became a positive voice that speaks into the lives of young people. Levi has an amazing story that will definitely inspire. Don't miss this episode!FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 128- Levi Ferguson

Cameron Dobbs is a former University of Miami volleyball player, coach, and journalist. She joins the podcast to talk about her passion for volleyball, the injury that ended her athletic career, and how she handled the mental and emotional toll of that situation. She also explains the meaning of "play where your feet are" and how it affects every area of her life. Cameron's energy and enthusiasm is contagious! Don't miss this episode.  FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 127- Cameron Dobbs

Mary Ann Tolbert is the girls tennis coach at Manteca high school. She joins the show to talk about her athletic and coaching background, her Chicago sports fandom, the importance of team traditions, her experience coaching her daughter a the high school level. She also talks about how meaningful it is to teach and coach in the same community she grew up in. This is a great episode that you don't want to miss! FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 126- Mary Ann Tolbert

Danielle Martin is an athlete, mom, and a mindset coach. She joins the show to talk about how she ended up on the UCLA softball team, why she decided to get into mindset coaching, and how she separates the coach from mom as she watches her kids compete. Danielle shares a little bit about her organizations, True Mindset and True Boundaries. She also dives into a Steve Irwin impression that you don't want to miss. This is an amazing episode, so make sure you check it out.FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 125- Danielle Martin

Nifae Lealao is a former defensive lineman for Vanderbilt and the Director of Student Advancement for the Alliance for Compassion and Education Development. He joins the show to talk about his impressive athletic career and what it means to be a mentor for students who are in the same program that helped guide him as a young student. He also shares the story of how he surprisingly ended up at Vanderbilt. Nifae is doing some amazing work and his positivity is contagious. Don't miss this episode!FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 124- Nifae Lealao

Erin Wachter joins the podcast as a special guest host in this episode to talk about adjusting. Every coach, athlete, teacher, and parent has had to make adjustments during this difficult time. We talk about how people make adjustments when things are out of their control and how they can continue to move forward and get better. Erin shares some of her experiences and challenges during this pandemic as both an athlete and trainer. This is a great episode that you don't want to miss! FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 123- Adjusting with Guest Host Erin Wachter

In this episode, Josh and Deb talk about sports finally starting up again and how this past year has been an unfortunate reminder to appreciate every play, every day, and every moment. We never know what tomorrow holds, so we have to make the most of every opportunity and appreciate the people around us. FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 122- Appreciate the Moment

Casey Taylor is the head football coach at Inderkum High School. He joins the podcast to talk about how he's dealt with the challenges of coaching and teaching during the pandemic. He also shares his thoughts on sports finally starting and what it will look like moving forward. We always enjoy chatting with Coach Taylor. Don't miss this episode!  FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 121- Casey Taylor

Kevin Bracy is a motivational entertainer, author, and long time emcee of the Character Combine event. He joins the podcast to talk about his new podcast, The 21 and Under Podcast. He shares how it started, what it's all about, and why he's so passionate about it. His podcast is a must listen for all young people who are ready to pursue their greatness right now! FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 120- Kevin Bracy

Lauren Nicole Johnson joins the podcast as a special guest host in this episode to talk about taking risks! We discuss her recent decision to move on from the Yankees organization, how your support system affects your mindset when stepping out of your comfort zone, and some of the obstacles that prevent us from taking risks. This also wouldn't be a true Character Combine Podcast without a few sidetrack conversations along the way. This was a really fun episode that you don't want to miss!FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 119 - Taking Risks with Guest Host Lauren Nicole Johnson

Justin Saucedo is a Casa Roble Jr Ram football coach and an advocated for the Let Them Play CA campaign. He joins the show to talk about his athletic background, why sports were so crucial to his life growing up, and the impact not playing sports is having on student athletes right now. He also shares some updates and information about the Let Them Play CA movement. Justin is incredibly passionate about coaching and making a positive impact. Don't miss this episode!  FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 118- Justin Saucedo

Josh and Deb talk about the current status of the high school sports season and the impact it's having on athletes, coaches, and families. FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault 

Episode 117- Sports Season Update

Dana Smith is a teacher, Positive Coaching Alliance Trainer, and the wrestling coach at Carnegie Middle School. He joins the show to talk about his experience distance teaching, how he's staying connected to his athletes, and how different things may look like when schools open back up. Coach Smith always has a great perspective on how to positively impact the lives of student athletes, so don't miss it!FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 116- Dana Smith

Cody Allen is a former linebacker for Sacramento State and the owner of Digital Cartel Media. He joins the show to talk about his athletic journey, challenges he overcame, and how his athletic mindset affects his business mindset. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of mental health. Don't miss this episode!FOLLOW US AT:Twitter: @sportscharacterInstagram: @charactercombineFacebook: Character CombineYouTube: Character Combine Media Vault

Episode 115- Cody Allen

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