On The Move

Welcome to On The Move with Texas A&M University's Kinesiology and Sport Management department. In today's episode, Chelsea Reber is joined by Dr. Shane Hudson, Clinical Professor, and Kayla Jones, Instructional Assistant Professor. The conversation starts out by diving into who Dr. Shane and Kayla are and their backgrounds at Texas A&M. Following this dive they discuss the importance of internships, the requirements that the Kinesiology and Sport Management Department has for their internships, and they even share a few success stories of internships in the past. If you’re looking to grow and expand your skills you won’t want to miss out on this episode. 

To learn more about the KNSM Department, visit our page at https://knsm.tamu.edu/

Host(s): Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Shane Hudson, Clinical Professor

Kayla Jones, Instructional Assistant Professor

Time Stamps & Show Notes: 

(00:00 - 00:55) Introduction

(00:56 - 02:16) Getting to Know Shane & Kayla

(02:17 - 04:59) The Importance of Internships

(05:00 - 08:19) Requirements of Capstone Internships

(08:20 - 10:11) Culminating Experience Prep

(10:12 - 12:04) Pros and Cons of Virtual Internships

(12:05 - 13:49) Intern Success Stories

(13:50 - 15:08) Kayla’s Internship Story

(15:09 - 16:20) Advice for Starting Out

(16:21 - 20:57) The Cotton Bowl Experience

(20:58 - 23:47) Internship Opportunities at TAMU KNSM 

(23:48 - 24:24) Closing

Welcome to On The Move with Texas A&M University's Kinesiology and Sport Management department. In today's episode, Chelsea Reber is joined by Dr. Bryan Mann, Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M. They discuss the upcoming changes in the strength and conditioning program and how they revamp the degree plan to allow students a more hands-on experience. Dr. Mann also shares the journey that landed him at Texas A&M and discusses current research regarding Parkinson's and senior patients. You won't want to miss this exciting discussion!

To learn more about the KNSM Department, visit our page at https://knsm.tamu.edu/

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Bryan Mann, Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M

Time Stamps & Show Notes: 

(00:00 - 00:52) Introduction

(00:53 - 02:51) Journey and Pathway towards Texas A&M

(02:52 - 03:22) Accreditation Program

(03:23 - 06:55) Changing from Athletics to Academia

(06:56 - 08:07) Loving Aggieland

(08:08 - 12:18) Spring Momentum Research 

(12:19 - 17:20) Increasing Performances in Different Populations

(17:21 - 19:36) Teaching Future Generations

(19:37 - 22:50) Bridge the Gap

(22:51 - 28:30) Advice for Students

(28:31 - 34:14) Technology Vs. Coaching

(34:15 - 37:40) New Program and Program Changes

(37:41 - 38:25) Outro

Welcome to the On The Move podcast hosted by Chelsea Reber. Joining her is Patrick Neff, Chief Gaming Officer at Texas Scholastic Esports Federation and Ph.D. Student at Texas A&M.

The episode starts with discussing whether A&M will have an E-Sports league of their own and the progress towards that. Then we move on to the benefits of E-Sports, misconceptions, and how to get your local school involved in this amazing sport and activity. 

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E1  

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guests: Patrick Neff

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:52) Introduction

(00:53 - 03:12) Getting into A&M

(03:13 - 05:41) E-sports & Sport Management

(05:42 - 08:00) Finding Sports for Everyone

(08:01 - 11:54) Research In E-Sports

(11:55 - 16:32) What is E-Sports

(16:33 - 21:38) Will E-Sports be in A&M?

(21:39 - 23:42) Closing

Welcome back to On The Move! We are happy to bring on Dr. Rick Kreider, a professor at A&M and the Director of the Exercise & Sports Nutrition Lab. Our Host Chelsea Reber asks Dr. Kreider how he ended up at A&M and we get an interesting story from our guest, we then move on to how his position has positively affected the lives of many A&M students. The many benefits of the KNSM program were discussed, this is the show for you if you are on the fence about the A&M program. We hope you enjoy the show.

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E1 

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Rick Kreider - ESNL

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:30) Introduction

(00:31 - 03:34) The Path to A&M and a PhD

(03:35 - 05:21) Having an Effect on Lives

(05:22 - 07:12) Now the Biggest & Best Program

(07:13 -10:05) Current Research 

(10:06 - 15:55) KNSM Makes the Best Students 

(15:56 - 16:57) Closing

Welcome back to On The Move! We are happy to bring on Dr. Deanna Kennedy, Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Sport Management. Our Host Chelsea Reber asks Dr. Kennedy about her pathway to Texas A&M and her incredibly interesting research. Dr. Kennedy shares the research that she has done with NASA on motor neurons and her research into using movement to help people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. You won’t want to miss out on Dr. Kennedy’s story and her advice for current and future students on this episode!

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E5  

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Deanna Kennedy, Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Sport Management

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:22) Introduction

(00:23 - 01:18) Getting to Know Dr. Kennedy

(01:19 - 02:18) Community Impact Award

(02:19 - 03:05) Focus on Movement

(03:06 - 06:00) Research in Altered Gravity

(06:01 - 07:55) Experimenting with NASA

(07:56 - 08:47) Student Involvement

(08:48 - 10:50) Parkinson’s Rehabilitation

(10:51 - 11:36) Follow Your Passion and Get Involved

(11:37 - 12:41) Using Movement to Fight Parkinson's

(12:42 - 13:30) Thank You and Closing

Welcome back to On The Move! In this episode, Host Chelsea Reber is joined by Drew Gonzalez, Kinesiology Doctoral Candidate. Chelsea and Drew chat about Drew’s path to A&M, his research and outreach with First Reponders, and his involvement with undergraduate support. You won’t want to miss out on Drew’s story and his advice for future and current students!

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E5  

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Drew Gonzalez, Kinesiology Doctoral Candidate

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:24) Introduction

(00:25 - 02:25) Drew’s Background

(02:26 - 03:26) What Sets A&M Apart

(03:27 - 05:48) Research to Help First Responders

(05:49 - 07:33) Tactical Athlete Research Unit

(07:34 - 09:07) Student Involvement and Collaboration

(09:08 - 10:17) The Most Fulfilling Thing Working with Undergraduates

(10:18 - 12:32) Motivations for Community Outreach

(12:33 - 14:00) Defining Moment

(14:01 - 15:00) Higher Education & Hands-on Learning

(15:00 - 16:09) The Response

(16:10 - 17:22) Addressing Pushback

(17:23 - 19:30) Misconceptions about Doctorates

(19:31 - 21:01) Advice for Prospective Students

(21:02 - 21:54) Closing Thoughts

What’s happening in health? We’ll answer that and more in this new episode of the On The Move podcast! Texas A&M’s Dr. Steve Riechman, Associate Professor and Chair, and Dr. Jenna Yentes, Associate Professor and Interim Director of the Huffines Institute, dive into deep conversation about the exciting research that is being uncovered with the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, practical advice and inspiration for incoming students, and so much more. The KNSM community is like no other, and you will get to experience that in today’s episode.

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E1  

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guests: 

Dr. Steve Riechman, Associate Professor and Chair, Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas A&M University

Dr. Jenna Yentes, Interim Director, Huffines Institute, Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas A&M University

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:35) Introduction

(01:36 - 02:30) Dr. Yentes’s Ongoing Projects

(02:31 - 03:47) Dr. Riechman Explains the History and Applications of DARPA

(03:48 - 05:29) Collecting Breath Samples to Measure Fatigue Levels

(05:30 - 06:55) Using Breath Samples to Aid Military Personnel

(06:56 - 12:12) The Huffine Institute's Involvement with the Military and First Responders

(12:13 - 13:39) Research on Improving Firefighter Mobility

(13:40 - 15:39) Nutrition’s Impact on Fatigue Levels

(15:40 - 16:46) Long Term Applications of Breath Sampling

(16:47 - 17:24) DARPA’s New Study on “Sleeponomics”

(17:25 - 20:11) Exciting Things at the Huffines Institute and A&M’s Paralympics 

(20:12 - 22:13) Texas Southern Heat Initiative: Research on Different Aspects of Fatigue

(22:14 - 24:21) New Areas of Research and Implementing Wearable Technology

(24:22 - 28:41) Advice for Students and Getting Involved

(28:42 - 29:55) Why Should Students Join KNSM?

(29:56 - 30:35) Closing

Welcome to the latest On The Move podcast episode hosted by Chelsea Reber. Joining her are guests Dr. Paul Batista, Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Sport Management, and Hannah Ager, Graduate Student in Kinesiology and Sport Management. They share their experiences with Sports Management Study Abroad opportunities in Germany and other European countries. From staying with host families to forging lasting connections, the episode captures the essence of a community that goes beyond academic boundaries. Tune in to learn about the transformative Germany trip and its networking opportunities. The episode explores the love for European soccer and shares anecdotes about the vibrant culture of Germany.

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E2 

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guests: 

Dr. Paul Batista, Associate Professor Kinesiology and Sport Management

Hannah Ager, Graduate Student Kinesiology and Sport Management

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:33) Introduction

(00:34 - 01:25) Journey towards Texas A&M

(01:26 - 01:03) Becoming an Aggie

(01:04 - 03:30) Providing Cultural Experiences 

(03:31 - 06:57) Germany Trip and Networking Opportunities

(06:58 - 07:35) Red Jersey Backstory

(07:36 - 08:40) Love for European Soccer  

(08:41 - 09:58) Anecdotes About Germany’s Culture 

(09:59 - 10:51) Different Ways of Socialization 

(10:52 - 11:57) Experiences of Living with Hosts Families

(11:58 - 14:50) Thought Provoking Historical Sites

(14:51 - 17:36) Funding Opportunities & Scholarships for the Trip

(17:37 - 22:40) Fully Diving into the German Experience

(22:41 - 24:58) Outro

Welcome back to the first episode of our second season of On the Move! On today’s episode, we visit Dr. Marlene Dixon, Department Head of KNSM at TAMU. To kick this season off right, Dr. Dixon dives into the exciting opportunities and successes that have been happening in the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management and a few sneak peeks into what the next episodes may have in store! See the momentum that is growing and the excitement that comes with a multitude of strong programs in such a powerful department. 

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://podcastviewer.com/KNSMS2E1 

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Marlene Dixon - Department Head of KNSM

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:18) Introduction

(00:19 - 01:31) Catching Up with Dr. Dixon

(01:32 - 03:49) The Thomas and Joan Reed Chair for Disadvantaged Youth

(03:50 - 07:01) An Exciting Season 2!

(07:02 - 09:06) A Multitude of Programs

(09:07 - 12:44) Dr. Dixon On the Move

(12:45 - 15:10) Feedback from Students and Industry Leaders

(15:11 - 17:06) ‘Beyond the Lights’

(17:07 - 18:51) Get Involved

(18:52 - 20:59) Network, Network, Network

(21:00 - 23:07) Looking to Season 2

(23:08 - 23:43) Closing

Welcome back! In today's episode of On The Move, a podcast with Texas A&M University's Kinesiology and Sport Management Department, we welcome Alyssa Locklear, Instructional Professor for the Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP) and Undergraduate Program Chair. Today's episode features conversations on common misconceptions about the PEAP, how the KNSM Department finds ways to support and provide their students with resources, some great personal anecdotes, and some great life advice when looking into uncertainty and making changes. Make sure to tune in! 

To learn more about the KNSM Department, visit our page at https://knsm.tamu.edu/ 

Guest:

Alyssa Locklear, Instructional Professor in PEAP & Undergraduate Program Chair

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:30) Welcome, Alyssa!

(00:31 - 02:54) Embracing Aggieland & Journey to the KNSM Department

(02:55 - 05:07) What Hats Does Alyssa Wear at KNSM?

(05:08 - 08:25) Educational Process, Benefit of Physical Activity, & Undergraduate Experience 

(08:26 - 11:32) Gold Pieces of Advice to Freshman and Giving Resources to Students

(11:33 - 13:50) Customize Our Materials for Our Students 

(13:51 - 15:58) Impacting Students at a Personal Level 

(15:59 - 19:13) Listen to That Little Voice

(19:14 - 19:44) Outro