LG Transparent Conversations

In this episode, LG explores the critical importance of centralizing and integrating mental health support within student-athlete communities, exploring strategies to foster a supportive environment and enhance overall well-being, in schools, at home, and beyond. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Victoria Garrick Browne, Dr. Katie Nichols and Eric Gross sit down to discuss student-athlete men...

In this episode, LG explores the critical importance of centralizing and integrating mental health support within student-athlete communities, exploring strategies to foster a supportive environment and enhance overall well-being, in schools, at home, and beyond. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Victoria Garrick Browne, Dr. Katie Nichols and Eric Gross sit down to discuss student-athlete men...

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of NIL opportunities, shedding light on the challenge many college students face in balancing entrepreneurial ventures with their academic and extracurricular commitments. Guest host Paxton Elrod, alongside panelists Christian Scott, Derrick Furlow Jr., and Yvonne Whaley, explore how this balancing act affects their mental health, wellness, and overal...

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of NIL opportunities, shedding light on the challenge many college students face in balancing entrepreneurial ventures with their academic and extracurricular commitments. Guest host Paxton Elrod, alongside panelists Christian Scott, Derrick Furlow Jr., and Yvonne Whaley, explore how this balancing act affects their mental health, wellness, and overal...

In this episode, LG invites guests to delve into the journey of overcoming setbacks and injuries as a student-athlete, offering insights and strategies to navigate challenges, remain optimistic and prioritize mental well-being amidst adversity. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Kameron Nelson, Coach Rustam Sharipov, and Dr. James Houle, dive into the importance of mental health in gymnastics...

In this episode, LG invites guests to delve into the journey of overcoming setbacks and injuries as a student-athlete, offering insights and strategies to navigate challenges, remain optimistic and prioritize mental well-being amidst adversity. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Kameron Nelson, Coach Rustam Sharipov, and Dr. James Houle, dive into the importance of mental health in gymnastics...

LG shares stories of resilience and perseverance from student athletes who have overcome mental health challenges to achieve success both on and off the field. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Antonia Bates, Coach Coquese Washington, and Dr. Pete J. Economou, dive into the importance of mental resilience in student-athletes. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Antonia Bates  Junior #4 G/F on...

LG shares stories of resilience and perseverance from student athletes who have overcome mental health challenges to achieve success both on and off the field. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Antonia Bates, Coach Coquese Washington, and Dr. Pete J. Economou, dive into the importance of mental resilience in student-athletes. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Antonia Bates  Junior #4 G/F on...

In this episode, LG challenges conventional perspectives by exploring how prioritizing mental health can enhance athletic performance. Host Taylor Rooks, along with panelists Dr. Brett Haskell, Jessica Gardner, and Luca Virgilio, discuss shifting the narrative towards a holistic approach to student-athlete well-being. They explore how social media can be leveraged to enhance performance, tactics t...

In this episode, LG challenges conventional perspectives by exploring how prioritizing mental health can enhance athletic performance. Host Taylor Rooks, along with panelists Dr. Brett Haskell, Jessica Gardner, and Luca Virgilio, discuss shifting the narrative towards a holistic approach to student-athlete well-being. They explore how social media can be leveraged to enhance performance, tactics t...

From home runs to homework, there are no curveballs here. Host Cari Champion and LG empower Softball Alumni, Lauren Gipson Chamberlain and Jocelyn Alo to speak openly and candidly about their journeys with mental health as former student-athletes and share their growth beyond the glove with Michaela Edenfield. This episode will explore the progress and importance of mental health resources for stu...

From home runs to homework, there are no curveballs here. Host Cari Champion and LG empower Softball Alumni, Lauren Gipson Chamberlain and Jocelyn Alo to speak openly and candidly about their journeys with mental health as former student-athletes and share their growth beyond the glove with Michaela Edenfield. This episode will explore the progress and importance of mental health resources for stu...

LG brings host, Cari Champion, and panelists Dr. Alisia Tran, Darleen Santore, and Kate Fitzgerald together to explore the importance of coaches, medical professionals, and other organizations in implementing effective mental health initiatives within the NCAA, universities and beyond. Cari Champion  Host & Moderator  Dr. Alisia Tran  Associate professor in the School of Counseling and Counsel...

LG brings host, Cari Champion, and panelists Dr. Alisia Tran, Darleen Santore, and Kate Fitzgerald together to explore the importance of coaches, medical professionals, and other organizations in implementing effective mental health initiatives within the NCAA, universities and beyond. Cari Champion Host & Moderator  Dr. Alisia Tran Associate professor in the School of Counseling and Counselin...

LG recognizes coaches as the unsung heroes in student-athlete mental health, bringing together host, Taylor Rooks, and panelists Bobby Hurley, Chloé Maleski, and Brynn Holohan to delve into their crucial role in fostering well-being beyond the game and highlighting the impact of their guidance on athletes' holistic development. In the true spirit of optimism, listeners will be able to tune in...

LG recognizes coaches as the unsung heroes in student-athlete mental health, bringing together host, Taylor Rooks, and panelists Bobby Hurley, Chloé Maleski, and Brynn Holohan to delve into their crucial role in fostering well-being beyond the game and highlighting the impact of their guidance on athletes' holistic development. In the true spirit of optimism, listeners will be able to tune in...

LG brings host, MJ Acosta Ruiz, and panelists, Dr. Cecile Reynaud, Claire Lessinger, and Laney Higgins together at the NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship to discuss Women in Sports - reflecting on 51 years of Title IX, celebrating the recent strides made in this world, and delving into what opportunities of growth the future holds. MJ Acosta Ruiz Host & Moderator  Dr. Cecile Reynaud Curr...

LG brings host, MJ Acosta Ruiz, and panelists, Dr. Cecile Reynaud, Claire Lessinger, and Laney Higgins together at the NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship to discuss Women in Sports - reflecting on 51 years of Title IX, celebrating the recent strides made in this world, and delving into what opportunities of growth the future holds. MJ Acosta Ruiz Host & Moderator  Dr. Cecile Reynaud Curr...

LG brings host,Taylor Rooks, and panelists Melanie Green, Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, and Steve Walz together to delve into the critical connection between mental and physical health—exploring the impact that one can have on another while providing tools you can use to foster both. Taylor Rooks  Host & Moderator  Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, PSYD, LMHC, CMPC  Assistant Director of Athletic Medicine at University o...

LG brings host,Taylor Rooks, and panelists Melanie Green, Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, and Steve Walz together to delve into the critical connection between mental and physical health—exploring the impact that one can have on another while providing tools you can use to foster both. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, PSYD, LMHC, CMPC Assistant Director of Athletic Medicine at University of...

LG brings host, Taylor Rooks, and panelists Ryan Murphy, Danielle Slaton, and Dr. Riley Gee together to dive into the vital importance of finding equilibrium in the lives of collegiate athletes, as they explore how managing sports, academics, and personal well-being plays a key role in positive mental and physical health. The episode will provide listeners and viewers a play-book of best practices...

LG brings host, Taylor Rooks, and panelists Ryan Murphy, Danielle Slaton, and Dr. Riley Gee together to dive into the vital importance of finding equilibrium in the lives of collegiate athletes, as they explore how managing sports, academics, and personal well-being plays a key role in positive mental and physical health. The episode will provide listeners and viewers a play-book of best practices...

LG brings host,Taylor Rooks, and panelists Kenny Anderson, Michael Ashley, and Jerry Stackhouse together for an intergenerational discussion around their experiences of being Black collegiate athletes. This episode will explore the intersection of identity and athletics while showcasing the positive power community has on mental health, giving listeners an intimate front row seat to the additional...

LG brings host,Taylor Rooks, and panelists Kenny Anderson, Michael Ashley, and Jerry Stackhouse together for an intergenerational discussion around their experiences of being Black collegiate athletes. This episode will explore the intersection of identity and athletics while showcasing the positive power community has on mental health, giving listeners an intimate front row seat to the additional...

Sixty-eight teams enter the NCAA Tournament, but only one walks away victorious. With 99% of the field heading home without a trophy, how do athletes and teams cope with defeat? In this episode of LG Transparent Conversations series, The Next Chapter discusses how the road home from the Big Dance ® can be a pivotal, even defining, moment for many student-athletes. Prim Siripipat and the panel expl...