The 1% Club

Neste episódio do  The 1% Club Podcast , eu conversei com o meu amigo de infância  Luiz Fernando Nalin  — ex-jogador profissional de futsal, treinador e personal trainer — sobre processo, disciplina, família, esporte e a verdade que muita gente não quer aceitar:  não existe atalho .  O Nalin compartilhou a caminhada dele desde os primeiros passos no futsal em Jundiaí, a busca pelo sonho de viver d...

Neste episódio do  The 1% Club Podcast , eu converso com  Breno Couto  sobre fé, coragem, recomeços e o que realmente é preciso para seguir em frente mesmo em meio à incerteza. Falamos sobre a jornada dele saindo do Maranhão, enfrentando desafios, construindo sua carreira e participando de grandes projetos esportivos, incluindo trabalhos ligados à  Copa do Mundo, Olimpíadas, NFL e Benfica . Mais d...

No novo episódio do The 1% Club Podcast , conversei com Douglas “Dodô” Lima sobre uma jornada que vai muito além do futebol. Da Vila Aliança, no Rio de Janeiro , ao futsal indoor profissional nos Estados Unidos , Dodô compartilha uma história marcada por resiliência, fé, disciplina, responsabilidade e evolução constante . o longo da conversa, falamos sobre: a infância e os desafios do começo a dor...

Esse episódio foi especial. O Pavanelli já trabalhou nos maiores clubes do Brasil como: Flamengo, Corinthians, Santos, Palmeiras, Atlético-MG e no exterior tambem… e com nomes que a gente cresceu vendo na TV. Mas o mais valioso não é o currículo — é a mensagem: todo mundo quer o fruto, mas ninguém quer ser semente. Você não constrói alta performance com imediatismo. Você constrói com processo. Com...

Tem gente que fala de propósito. E tem gente que vive o propósito. No episódio de hoje, eu recebo o Franklin Melo — fundador da ONG- Craques da Vida, um projeto que há quase 30 anos transforma crianças e famílias dentro da Vila Aliança, no Rio de Janeiro, usando o futebol como ferramenta pra vida. A conversa é real, sem filtro, e cheia de lições que valem pra qualquer pessoa: - como transformar di...

Este episódio marca o início oficial do The 1% Club Podcast em português — e não poderia ser com alguém mais especial. Recebo meu amigo, irmão e um dos profissionais mais completos do futebol brasileiro: Eduardo Andriatti . Um profissional que construiu sua carreira tijolo por tijolo , atravessando países, culturas, desafios pessoais e profissionais, sempre guiado por propósito, resiliência e evol...

🎙️ The 1% Club- Ep 27- Life Is Your Sport Here is a simple truth that very few know: you don't need to feel ready to get started. This a mantra that I follow whenever I don't find the motivation to get something done:  mood follows action.  Don’t wait to “feel ready.” Start. Learn. Adjust. Repeat. In sports and life, growth doesn’t come from avoiding mistakes—it comes from meeting challeng...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast — Ep 26 - Bruno Paschoalini In this episode of The 1% Club Podcast, Thales sits down with Brazilian sports operations and player-care specialist  Bruno Paschoalini , whose career has spanned FIFA’s Club World Cup, MLS clubs like FC Dallas, Charlotte FC, and Colorado Rapids, and even early days at Samsung Sports Marketing in Brazil. Bruno’s story is one of service, faith, and...

In this solo episode of  The 1% Club Podcast , Thales Peterson demystifies spirituality and shows how it directly applies to sports and life. Forget the idea that spirituality is “woo-woo” or religious—it’s actually about one simple thing: awareness. Thales explains how true spirituality is learning what you can and cannot control, and how to take ownership of your inner environment. Using real sp...

In this solo episode, Thales Peterson challenges the old definition of mental toughness and redefines it as  mental flexibility —the ability to handle anything life throws at you without suppressing emotions or breaking under pressure. You’ll learn how the  MindFlex Method  helps athletes and high-performers: Adapt to setbacks instead of avoiding them Control the response after natural negative re...

Your mind isn’t set. It’s flexible. In this solo episode of The 1% Club Podcast , Thales Peterson breaks down why the old idea of “mindset” is outdated — and why mental flexibility ( MindFlex ) is the real key to confidence, performance, and inner peace. Thales shares: The difference between mind vs. brain (and why this changes everything). How 95% of your thoughts are unconscious — and how to rec...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast — Ep 22 - Dredon Kelly In this episode of The 1% Club Podcast , Thales sits down with Canadian defender Dredon Kelly , whose story is a testament to resilience, persistence, and creating opportunities when no one is knocking. From winning a national championship at York University to cold-calling and emailing every NCAA program in the country, Dredon’s relentless pursuit of...

In this inspiring episode of The 1% Club Podcast , Thales Peterson sits down with entrepreneur, real estate leader, and mentor Eric Golden for a masterclass on habits, mindset, and sustaining high performance over decades. Eric shares his powerful philosophy: “What you want most next is at the other end of a habit you don’t yet possess.” Together, we explore how to build winning habits, raise your...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast — Ep. 20: Gustavo Vasconcelos In this inspiring episode of The 1% Club Podcast , Thales sits down with Gustavo Vasconcelos , whose journey takes us from the streets of Recife, Brazil, all the way to NCAA Division 1 soccer—first as a standout goalkeeper, now as a collegiate coach and founder of GV Sports & Education. Gustavo opens up about: Growing up in the culture of “f...

🎙 EPISODE 19 – Revolutionizing College Recruiting w/ David Hitz (Athlete Narrative) In this episode, I sit down with David Hitz , VP of Operations at Athlete Narrative —a game-changing platform that's making college recruiting more accessible, affordable, and efficient for athletes worldwide. We talk about: Why most recruiting systems are broken—and what Athlete Narrative is doing differently...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast – Ep 18 Solo Episode: When Your Mind Says No, Do It Anyway No guests. No script. Just me, the mic, and the truth. This episode came from a battle — one I almost lost today. My mind told me to skip it. To rest. To wait. But I showed up anyway. And that’s what this one is all about. I share: Why discipline must win over comfort How I train my mind to obey my spirit The power o...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast - Ep 17- Augusto Lima In this powerful episode of The 1% Club Podcast , I sit down with Augusto Lima , a Brazilian-born coach who has carved an inspiring path through the world of U.S. college soccer. From growing up in Campinas and cheering for Guarani FC to leading programs across NCAA Division III and Division I, Augusto’s journey is a true testament to resilience, humili...

In this episode of The 1% Club Podcast , I sit down with Louis Hunt , a coach whose journey has spanned continents, player levels, and every angle of the game. From the UK to the U.S., from youth clubs to the San Diego Wave , Louis has coached and mentored some of the best young talent in American soccer—always with a deep respect for long-term development and human growth. We dive into his coachi...

🎙️ EPISODE 15- Thiago Evangelista- The 1% Club Podcast with Thales Peterson In this powerful and emotional episode, Thales welcomes longtime friend and fellow coach Thiago Evangelista, currently a youth coach at the prestigious Philadelphia Union Academy. Thiago shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Taboão da Serra, São Paulo, to chasing the American dream—starting with zero Engl...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast – Episode: Gustavo Zampieri In this episode of The 1% Club Podcast, I sit down with coach Gus, a Brazilian-born coach and educator with over two decades of experience across youth clubs, schools, futsal programs, and international-level development. Gus’ journey has taken him from grassroots soccer in São Paulo to building championship-winning teams in the U.S.—including tim...

🎙️ In this episode of The 1% Club Podcast, I sit down with the influential Claine Plummer — a highly respected coach who has worked at every level of the game, from club soccer to professional youth academies, elite college programs, professional clubs and Senior National Teams. Born and raised in Costa Rica , Claine shares the powerful story of his roots, how he transitioned into coaching in the...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast – Episode with Giovanni Oliva In this episode, I sit down with the inspirational Giovanni Oliva, a high-level sales professional with over 25 years of experience across global markets—from London and Dubai to L.A. Gio’s story is a masterclass in reinvention. From his early days in real estate and capital markets to coaching others in high-ticket sales, his path is built on r...

🎙 The 1% Club Podcast – Episode with Gonzalo Carranza In this episode, I sit down with Gonzalo Carranza—Assistant Coach at Bowling Green State University and one of the most driven coaches I’ve met on this journey. From his beginnings coaching community college soccer to building a nationally ranked program at Xavier University of Louisiana, Gonzalo has proven that success comes from showing up, b...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast – Episode with Abraham Villon In this episode, I sit down with professional soccer player “AB” Villon , a leader, competitor, and someone I had the honor of coaching during our time together at the Los Angeles Force . From being the captain of a professional team in the NISA to his current role in the coaching world, AB’s story is one of growth, resilience, and constant evol...

🎙️ The 1% Club Podcast – Episode with Henry Cabral In this episode, I sit down with Henry Cabral , one of the most respected and influential soccer minds in Southern California. Henry’s journey spans over a decade at Blair High School , pivotal roles with FC Barcelona Soccer Club and FC Golden State , and a major turnaround season at Pasadena City College . But what makes his story special isn’t j...