Kuul Conversations

What if every kid had the right to play - no matter what zip code they lived in? In this episode of Kuul Conversations , we sit down with James Lopez , Director of Advocacy at LA84 Foundation & Play Equity Fund, to unpack the true cost of youth sport, the growing play gap and the movement to make Play Day a national cultural moment. 🧠 You’ll learn why: • 2 in 3 kids in California aren’t meeti...

🎙 Featuring Team USA Olympic Coach Aimee Boorman  - the woman who coached Simone Biles from age 7 to GOAT. Aimee spent nearly two decades shaping Simone Biles from a giggling 7-year-old into the greatest gymnast of all time. But her coaching philosophy? Radical kindness. Joy over pressure. Listening over shouting. In a world that rewards toughness, Aimee chose trust and rewrote what greatness look...

What are TikTok, Gaming, and YouTube really teaching Gen Alpha? In this powerful conversation, cultural strategist and author Amelie Ebongue breaks down how today’s digital platforms are shaping the values, identity, and attention of an entire generation — and what parents, educators, and brand leaders are missing. We dive into:This conversation changes how we see the purpose of sport.#GenAlpha #T...

Mark Gainey didn’t set out to fix sport. He set out to rebuild the feeling that kept him in it: connection. In this powerful conversation, the Strava Co-Founder and former elite rower opens up about his own burnout, the real reason most kids walk away from sport, and the moment he realized tech could recreate what a locker room once gave him—belonging. We talk about: Why performance-only pathways...

Are we coaching kids the right way—or driving them out of sport? In this second episode with internationally recognized coach, author, and speaker John Kessel, we understand the real metrics that matter in youth sports. Timestamps: 0:00 – What every youth coach should measure 0:09 – Kids want challenge, not criticism 0:18 – You can’t make an Olympian at 12… but you can lose one 0:25 – Talent is ev...

In this episode, John Kessel—Hall of Fame coach and former Director of Sport Development at USA Volleyball—reveals why most youth coaching is getting it wrong. From Olympic courts to after-school gyms, John has spent over five decades reshaping how the world teaches movement—by replacing drills and pressure with discovery, play, and joy. In this powerful conversation, John shares what every coach,...

What do you do when no one believes in you? Scout Bassett found her answer—and it will hit you hard. This isn’t just about sport. It’s about resilience, mental health, and fighting for your place in the world. Full episode out now on Kuul Conversations.#Resilience #MentalHealthMatters #ScoutBassett #KuulConversations #OvercomingAdversity #shorts #mentalhealth #motivation

Francesca Schuler has led billion-dollar brands and coached thousands of parents, teachers, and volunteers. Her takeaway? If we want kids to stay in sport, we need to rethink the message—and who gets to call themselves a coach. In this powerful conversation with Clare McSweeney, Francesca reveals:*Why our marketing is pushing kids out of sport*The quiet power of the everyday coach*How we build a s...

The first season 4 episode of Kuul Conversations drops today—and we’re kicking things off with a powerful one. Billy Walsh, Olympic Head Coach and one of the greatest minds in sport, joins me to unpack what it really takes to help kids thrive today. We go beyond medals and podiums to talk about:The mental shift from athlete to leaderWhy coaching kids is harder and more important than everHow sport...

Join us as we chat with Tom Waller, Senior Vice President of Sport and Product Innovation at Decathlon. Tom shares his insights on creating a more inclusive and fun sports world, especially for kids. Decathlon's mission is to make sports accessible to everyone, and Tom explains how they're empowering the next generation to redefine play.

Dr Jeff Moreno, doctor of physical therapy, sports scientist, working with athletes from Nike Team Run Los Angeles, Team USA athletes as well as Canadian, Mexican and Chinese Olympians. He is also the co-founder and director of human performance at DashLX, a cutting edge biometrics analysis app connecting the biggest sports brands with their customers. MORE ABOUT DR. JEFF MORENO & PWR LAB LINK...

On this episode of Kuul Conversations, we are joined by the inspiring Vanessa Garcia-Brito, Vice President and Chief Impact Officer at NIKE, Inc. Vanessa shares …. Resources from this episode: Enjoying this episode of #kuulconversations ? Let Clare know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social! Follow Clare on LinkedIn – Instagram – X – YouTube Have a question for...

Join Clare as she sits down with Malcolm Lemons, a former professional basketball player and the founder of Vetted Sports. In this episode, they dive deep into the world of sports, from Malcolm's early days on the court to his insights on the future of sports tech and investing. -Malcolm's journey from a young basketball player to a pro athlete -The importance of youth sports and the role of rec c...

Is youth sports broken? In this episode of Kuul Conversations, Clare chats with Andrew Petcash, a dynamic sports influencer and founder of Profluence Capital. Andrew sheds light on the rising costs of youth sports, the pressure to specialize early, and the impact of commercialization on participation rates. They delve into the potential of gamification and technology to re-engage kids with sports....

Join us for an eye-opening episode of Kuul Conversations with Frances Haugen, the courageous whistleblower behind the Facebook Files. 🌍💔 Frances shares her journey from data engineer to advocate, shedding light on the systemic issues that affect our kids today. How has social media changed childhood? What can parents and educators do to reclaim play and well-being for future generations? Frances...

Our latest episode is here featuring Dr. Amy Bantham, a Harvard expert in children's health! 🌟 Discover the secrets to raising active kids and transforming your child's health through fun activities. In this episode, we explore: Move More Thrive More: How to unlock the power of movement to enhance your child's well-being. Beyond Sports: Discover how every child can find joy in movement beyond tra...

🎙 Excited to bring you Episode 2 of Kuul Conversations, featuring an inspiring chat with Megan, a passionate parent of two young athletes! In this episode, we delve into the realities of youth sports and the challenges and triumphs Megan has faced. She shares: ⿡ Her daughter's unique journey in sports and how she discovered her passion. ⿢ The crucial role a great coach played in nurturing her daug...

Meet our esteemed guest: 🌟 Rob Wilkins, a man of service and action, has contributed immensely to the wellness of our armed forces and beyond. Rob has served as an Air Force unit fitness advisor, and is a founding member of the American Legion Wellness Panel, who has dedicated his life to promoting wellness, bridging the military-civilian gap, and shaping the future of sports and service. 🌟 Rob...

Meet our amazing guests: 🌟 Dr. Katrina Piercy (Katrina Piercy, PhD, RD, FACSM), driving real health change as Director of Prevention Science (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)) 🌟 Rachel Fisher (Rachel Fisher), bridging policy and action as the Acting Executive Director at the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (President's Council on Physical Fitness and Spor...

Welcome to Kuul Conversations Season 2! Kuul Conversations is a series of interviews with remarkable thought leaders in the space of physical health and well-being. The insights they share are path-breaking and make for total light-bulb moments even! We, at Kuul Play, are extremely thrilled to kick off the second season of Kuul Conversations with a remarkable young powerhouse: Pepper Persley Who i...

Say 'Hello!' to Dr Cedric Bryant — President & Chief Science Officer, ‪@ACEfitness‬ ! With over 35 years of experience under his belt, Cedric has transformed the way America move🏃‍♀️, bend🙇‍♂️& flex🧎‍♀️through his path-breaking research in exercise science and behavior programming. Sneak preview of what's in store 👉 The incredible work ACE does in moving the needle 👉 What are the fact...