Why are youth sports losing participants at an alarming rate? In this episode, our hosting team—including two former high school coaches—takes a serious, unfiltered look at the growing crisis on the sidelines. We dive into the toxic parent culture, unrealistic expectations, and verbal abuse that are destroying youth athletics from the inside out. We break down two staggering statistics that every sports parent needs to hear: The Official Crisis: Why 55% of referees and officials quit early specifically because of the relentless verbal abuse they take from the stands. The Age 12 Drop-Out: Why the average child walks away from team sports by age 12, driven out by intense pressure and public embarrassment from their own parents. As coaches who have watched this behavior worsen year after year, we share firsthand stories from the bench, discuss the long-term damage to the kids, and issue a direct wake-up call to the sidelines. It is time to let the kids play, respect the whistle, and bring sportsmanship back to the stands.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

We started 15 Good Minutes 10 years ago! Over the course of 2026 we'll be dropping episodes from our early years, in honor of this amazing milestone.We didn't have the technology we have today, but we produced some of the best shows ever. Of the original crew I'm the only one remaining.We were young, enthusiastic, and didn't know much about YouTube or Podcasts -- we just wanted to put the best product we could together.Enjoy this throwback episode on "Parenting".Huge thanks to:Shy, Derek, Vern, Denise, Marlon, and Grayson!-Coach B.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

The 2026 MLB Season is at the halfway point. As we approach the All Star Break, we're taking a look at the state of baseball - as a whole; and, what observations have we made during the first half of the season.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

The NBA trade deadline is fast-approaching. LeBron James has said he's not returning to the L.A. Lakers. Apparently, he's willing to play for the league vet minimum for the opportunity to play with a contender. Lots of teams trying to get him ... where will he land? YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Today we're talking about things that used to be expensive that are now free; things that used to cost a lot but now cost much less; and things that use to be inexpensive that are now quite expensive.Feel free to comment with anything you believe fits into these categories!YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

As we learn that Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis, we take this opportunity to discuss what it is that drives pro athletes to come back? After years of nagging injuries, and some one-sided losses, Serena is coming back. She's not the first and won't be the last. Assuming money isn't the driver -- what is?YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Friendships that were once strong, can - and do, dissolve. Friends grow apart for a variety of reasons. Today, we're discussing how we each have dealt with situations where previously strong friendships have weakened, and or ended.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Both the Eastern and Western Conference Championships have begun! It's San Antonio vs OKC in the west; and Cleveland vs the NY Knicks in the east. We're breaking down both championships -- as we think they'll go.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminut

One third of 2026 is in the books! In today's episode LB & Coach are talking about goals set for the year, and using this 1/3 of the year milestone to assess progress. Where they saw successes, and where they still have areas to hit? Speaking of which - how are you progressing with your own 2026 goals? Drop a comment!YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes

There are undeniable advantages to seeing live sports in person. But -- some sports charge quite a bit for tickets, not to mention food & drink at concessions. Today we're looking at different types of sports to determine if it's still affordable for everyday fans to attend.YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: [email protected]: twitter.com/15goodminutes