ADInsider

ADInsider Podcast

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High School athletics is one of the best classrooms for developing future leaders in society. The ADInsider interviews Athletic Directors and industry experts to help share experiences, advice, and perspectives on how to avoid issues, innovate the current model, and ultimately create the best possible learning environment for High School athletes. If you are passionate about High School athletics and want to hear how others in the industry are finding solutions to their challenges this podcast is for you!

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ADInsider

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Sports

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AthleticDirectorInsider.com

Latest episode

Dec 5, 2025

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Episodes

Building an Unbreakable Team with Kate Leavell, VP of Leadership Development – The Jon Gordon Companies 04.02.2022

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by HomeTown Ticketing , where we sat down with Kate Leavell, VP of Leadership Development for The Jon Gordon Companies , Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Former NCAA Coach. In this episode, we covered the following topics: Old School vs. New School Accountability Preventing Fir...

Overwhelmed? You’re Not Alone. Interview with Dr. Jason Parker, CMAA – Muskogee Public Schools (OK) 27.01.2022

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Dr. Jason Parker, CMAA, Executive Director of Athletics for Muskogee Public Schools in Oklahoma. In this episode, we cover the following topics: How to Avoid Being Derailed by the Details, Establishing a Mentality That Builds Momentum,...

2021 National Athletic Directors Conference Highlights and Hot Topics 20.01.2022

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , for this special episode we have compiled highlights from our interviews and the hot topics shared during NIAAA workshops to provide you with the very best insight into what ADs are doing for their programs, what challenges they are struggling to solve, and l...

The Best Thursday 30 Moments of 2021 18.11.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by  Concordia University Irvine , for this special episode we compiled some of the best answers from over 40 interviews we conducted in 2021. The answers we've featured do an incredible job of summarizing the challenges athletic administrators experienced, the solutions they created, and the w...

Stopping the Shortages Before They Stop School Sports 11.11.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by  Concordia University Irvine , where we sat down with Athletic Directors from all over the US to discuss the shortages of officials, coaches, bus drivers, and other roles that make school sports possible. We took a look at the issues in their local communities, the impact their efforts have made...

An Insider Look at the 2021 National Athletic Directors Conference 05.11.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by the NIAAA (National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association), where we sat down with staff, board, and committee members of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association to preview the 2021 National Athletic Directors Conference which will be held in Denver, Colora...

Rethinking Education-Based Athletics with Kelly Fish, CMAA – Currey Ingram Academy (TN) 27.10.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Concordia University Irvine , where we sat down with Kelly Fish, CMAA, Athletic Director at Currey Ingram Academy in Tennessee. In this episode, we cover the following topics: How Removing Fear Created 75% Participation, Why Esports Is Here to Stay, and What I Would Change About Education-Based...

Game Day Hacks That Keep You on Track with Dr. Dustin Smith – Greenwood Public Schools (AR) 22.10.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Concordia University Irvine, where we sat down with Dr. Dustin Smith, CMAA, Director of Athletic Operations and Student Activities for Greenwood Public Schools in Arkansas. In this episode, we cover the following topics: How to Be In Two Places at Once, Pre-Game Communications That Solve All Pro...

Checklists to Scale Your Athletic Program with Brian Knab, CMAA – Marvin Ridge HS (NC) 14.10.2021

In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine , we sat down with Brian Knab, CMAA, Director of Athletics for Marvin Ridge High School in North Carolina. (Knab was previously the Director of Athletics at Ardrey Kell High School in North Carolina). In this episode, we cover the following topics: scaling with inexperienced interns, the checklists every AD needs, a...

What All Teams Are Going Through Right Now and Which Ones Are Winning with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center 08.10.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Jeff Janssen, owner of the Janssen Sports Leadership Center. In this episode, we cover the following topics: What Every Team Is Dealing With Right Now The 8 Types of Culture and Identifying Yours Systematic Development of Coaches and Te...

Strategic Planning for Long-Term Success with Richard Bechard, CMAA - Lee's Summit R-7 School District (MO) 30.09.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Richard Bechard, CMAA, District Athletic Director for Lee's Summit R-7 School District just outside of Kansas City, Missouri. In this episode, we cover the following topics: Goal-Driven vs. Purpose-Driven Schools Strategic Planning...

Basketball Budgeting, Scheduling, and Bridging the Gap Between HS and AAU with Tony Irons - Vashon HS 22.09.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider | Thursday 30 series, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc., where we sat down with Tony Irons, Head Basketball Coach, Administrator, and PE Teacher at Vashon High School (MO). Tony has helped the Vashon basketball program win 5 of the last 9 State Championships and become a Nike Elite Program.  This conversation shares...

The Effect Athletic Directors Can Have In-Season with Todd Palmer, CAA - Sturgis Brown HS (SD) 14.09.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider Thursday 30 show, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Todd Palmer,  Activities Director for Sturgis Brown HS (SD). The topics covered include: How to Support Coaches Building School Spirit Handling Parent Pressure Support the show

Cutting Through the Minutiae to Make an Impact Now and in the Future with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo 09.09.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 show, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin. The topics covered include: How to Know When Minutiae Is Affecting Impact Why Transparency Matters The Future of Leadership Materials Mentioned in thi...

How California Manages Name, Image, and Likeness with Brian Seymour - California Interscholastic Federation 26.08.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 show, presented by Hudl , where we sat down with Brian Seymour, Associate Executive Director of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) . The topics covered include: California NIL Legislation Explained Mistakes Athletes Have Made The AD & Coaches' Role in the NIL Era Support the show

Maximizing Fans in the Stands: Marketing Game Day 19.08.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl , we've compiled interviews from high school athletic administrators and a collegiate marketing director to unveil their systems, strategies, and checklists to maximize the fans in their stands. Topics Include: In-School Student Marketing Social Media Post Tips and Tricks Inspiring Facul...

HS Sports Streaming – Hot Topics Discussed by ADs and Executives 16.08.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl , where we compiled interviews from Athletic Directors and Streaming Executives to capture the current state of the high school sports live streaming world and where it's going. Full List of Topics Include: Pros and Cons of Your Current Live Streaming Solution 3rd Party vs. In-House Prod...

Untangling the Mess of Name, Image, and Likeness with Blake Lawrence, CEO – Opendorse 05.08.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl , where we sat down with Blake Lawrence, CEO of Opendorse , a platform 40,000+ athletes use to understand, build, protect, and monetize their brand. The topics covered were: Opendorse Software Capabilities The Market Value of an Athlete's Brand What Are NIL Activities? How to Keep Athlet...

Legislative Attacks, 4 New Norms, and Fickle Fans with Roy Turner, CMAA – NCADA 29.07.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , where we sat down with Roy Turner, Executive Director of the North Carolina Athletic Directors Association . In this episode, we covered the following topics: The Legislative Attack on NCHSAA 4 New Norms for All Athletic Administrators Fickle Fans: Will They Co...

How to Build Efficiencies for Yourself, Your Meetings, and Your Programs with Tim Graham - Tumwater HS (WA) 14.07.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , we sat down with Tim Graham, the Athletic Director for Tumwater High School (WA). In this episode, we covered the following topics: How to Categorize Decisions Making Meetings Efficient Building Checklists for Everything Support the show

Snapchat Supreme Court Case, Lawsuit Protections, and Transgender Law with Jim Walsh – Walsh Gallegos 23.06.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by  Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , we sat down with Jim Walsh, an Attorney and Shareholder at Walsh Gallegos Treviño Robinson & Kyle P.C. In this episode, we covered the following topics: Landmark Snapchat Supreme Court Case Transgender Laws Explained Lawsuit Protection for Coaches   Materi...

Success, Systems, and Strategies with Jean Kinn Ashen – North Salinas High School (CA) 17.06.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , we sat down with Jean Kinn Ashen, the Athletic Director for North Salinas High School (CA). In this episode, we covered the following topics: Super Communication Strategies Summer Reorganization #1 Predictor of Success Support the show

Building Successful Sport Programs From the Ground Up with Dr. Darin Wilson – Georgia Gwinnett College 10.06.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc. , we sat down with Dr. Darin Wilson, the Associate Vice President of Athletics/Director of Athletics for Georgia Gwinnett College. In this episode, we covered the following topics: How to Hire and Mentor Well Defining and Communicating Your Vision Growing Your De...

Developing and Evaluating Coaches for Long-Term Program Success with Dr. Wade Gilbert - Fresno State Univ. 20.05.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Human Kinetics , we sat down with world-renowned coaching consultant, sport scientist, and professor at Fresno State Univ., Dr. Wade Gilbert. In this episode, we covered the following topics: The Best Use of Your Time When Developing Coaches How to Provide Meaningful Evaluations Managing the Post-...

The Post-Pandemic Athletic Administrator with Phil Rison – NIAAA 13.05.2021

In this AD Insider podcast, we feature a segment from the AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by the NIAAA , where we sat down with the Associate Executive Director of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) , Phil Rison, CMAA. In this episode, we will cover the following topics: New Administrator Roles That Aren't Going Away What To Do About School or St...

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