In this episode of Sports Will Save Us All, Sasha and Steve fire up the time machine and head back to 1999 to tackle the sweaty, emotionally confused, and gloriously over-the-top football flick Varsity Blues.

With whipped cream bikinis, emotionally repressed quarterbacks, and a coach who should probably be in prison, Varsity Blues is the teen sports drama we didn't know we needed—until now. Sasha and Steve break down the film's iconic moments, cringe-worthy life lessons, and the kind of small-town football fever that makes grown men cry into their Bud Light.

They dig into the real MVP of the movie—sex-ed teacher turned stripper Miss Davis—and examine what the film got right (team spirit! teen angst!) and what it got hilariously, awkwardly wrong. Expect sharp takes on toxic authority figures, generational drama, and the enduring power of a good pep rally.

Is it a cinematic touchdown or just a fumble wrapped in nostalgia? Tune in to find out, and bring your varsity jacket.

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Ever wonder if hitting and fighting in hockey actually helps win games? Dr. Sammy Vogel-Seidenberg did, and then wrote his doctoral dissertation on it.

From industry to the ice, Dr. Sammy Vogel-Seidenberg brings a fresh perspective on the power of storytelling in shaping team culture. In this high-energy conversation, he dives into insights from his dissertation on the gritty side of hockey—breaking down the strategic role of fighting and hitting, and how physicality affects players both mentally and emotionally. He unpacks the psychological chess game of intimidation, the realities of concussion protocols, and the ongoing safety concerns in pro hockey. Dr. Sammy also explains the instigator rule, shares lessons from coaching youth hockey and lacrosse, and offers sharp, practical advice for aspiring coaches. Whether you're on the bench or behind it, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the culture and complexity of the game.

You can read Dr. Vogel-Seidenberg’s dissertation here: The Role of Physicality in Professional Hockey: Examining the Impact of Fighting and Hitting on Gameplay, Team Dynamics, and Success

You can follow Coach Sammy on Instagram @CoachSammyLAX

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In this special, two-part episode, Sasha sits down with Brandon Day—former college football standout, filmmaker, and founder of NeuroFlow Performance Systems—to hear the remarkable story behind his revolutionary approach to pain and peak performance.

From his championship days at Carroll College to appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated, Brandon’s early career was marked by success, discipline, and high performance. But beneath the surface, he battled the invisible wounds of chronic pain and the emotional toll of life after sport.

After years of searching for relief through traditional methods—and facing some of his darkest moments—Brandon discovered the transformative power of applied neurology. What followed was a life-changing breakthrough: eliminating his own chronic pain in just weeks and creating the NeuroFlow Method, a brain-based system that’s helping athletes overcome pain and unlock their highest potential.

You can find Brandon on Instagram @IamBrandonDay and on Skool at https://www.skool.com/neuroflow-performance-lab/about.

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In this special, two-part episode, Sasha sits down with Brandon Day—former college football standout, filmmaker, and founder of NeuroFlow Performance Systems—to hear the remarkable story behind his revolutionary approach to pain and peak performance.

From his championship days at Carroll College to appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated, Brandon’s early career was marked by success, discipline, and high performance. But beneath the surface, he battled the invisible wounds of chronic pain and the emotional toll of life after sport.

After years of searching for relief through traditional methods—and facing some of his darkest moments—Brandon discovered the transformative power of applied neurology. What followed was a life-changing breakthrough: eliminating his own chronic pain in just weeks and creating the NeuroFlow Method, a brain-based system that’s helping athletes overcome pain and unlock their highest potential.

You can find Brandon on Instagram @IamBrandonDay and on Skool at https://www.skool.com/neuroflow-performance-lab/about.

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Want to be a guest on Sports Will Save Us All? Send Sasha Graham a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/16966997407772582e273f473

Hey Sports Fam! Remember a couple of weeks ago when Sasha hosted the incredible Brad Kearns (NYT bestselling author, triathlete legend, speed golfing phenom…) on the show?

Well, he generously returned the favor, so we’re mixing it up this week and sharing an episode of Brad Kearns’ podcast, B.Rad, with Sasha in the hot seat! The two of them get into all sorts of interesting topics; how competitive is too competitive? What is the difference between happiness and fun? Where does drive originate and why do some people have it and others don’t?

Sit back relax, and enjoy this episode of the B.Rad podcast!

You can find Brad’s podcast, B.Rad, wherever you get your shows!

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For this week’s episode host Sasha Graham sits down with Dr. Sara Erdner, the author of Dear Coach, for a lively, thoughtful, and enlightening conversation that will resonate with athletes, parents, and especially coaches.

Dr. Erdner is passionate about the importance of a healthy coach-athlete relationship, the impact of communication styles on athlete performance, the need for empathy in coaching and the role of autonomy in enhancing athlete resilience. They also discuss the mental health challenges faced by coaches and the importance of recognizing their contributions and supporting their needs as coaches and as humans.

You can follow Dr. Erder on Instagram @_dearcoach and you can download her book for free at https://www.dearcoachbook.com/. If you prefer a hardcopy, Dear Coach is available wherever books are sold.

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In this week’s episode Sasha sits down with the fascinating Brad Kearns. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author, former two-time US national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. His is currently an elite masters track & field sprinter and high jumper. He placed 2nd in the 2024 USA Masters National Championships age 55-59 high jump.

His 2025 book with Mark Sisson titled Born To Walk exposes the hype and broken promises of the running boom, and how walking extensively every day is a fundamental genetic expectation for human health.

You can purchase Born to Walk anywhere you buy books and you can find Brad on Instagram @bradkearns1 and online at www.BradKearns.com

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