🎙️ 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 his dream eventually earned him full-ride scholarships at Wofford College and later UTRGV, where he helped his team climb into the NCAA top 10.

His journey has taken him through the MLS Combine, the U.S. Open Cup against LA Galaxy, training with the Mexican National Team, and now to Australia’s second division, where he’s building a reputation as a dependable defender with 9 clean sheets, 86% pass accuracy, and goals to his name.

Dredon shares:

• How he created his own path through persistence and faith

• Lessons from competing across three countries and multiple levels of the game

• The mental grind of staying ready when opportunities are uncertain

• Why his ultimate dream is to earn a call-up to the Canadian National Team

This is a powerful story of betting on yourself, embracing uncertainty, and proving that with enough drive—you can always find a way forward.

🧠 One more day. One more battle. 1% better.

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 standards, reframe setbacks, and find the “spark” that fuels consistent action.

From starting entrepreneurial ventures in his 20s, to leading a real estate network of over 3,000 agents and $4 billion in sales, Eric’s journey is filled with lessons on persistence, belief, and surrounding yourself with the right people.

Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or simply striving for personal growth, this episode will help you:

• Identify the daily actions that lead to lasting results

• Transform rejection into redirection

• Build mental flexibility to bounce back faster

• Live life by design instead of default

This conversation is packed with actionable wisdom you can start using today—so grab your notebook and get ready to level up 1% at a time.

🎧 Listen now and discover how to create the habits and mindset to fuel your next breakthrough.

🎙️ 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 “futebol raiz” in Brazil

• His transition from Brazil to the U.S. at age 18 with limited English and big dreams

• What it meant to play alongside Kaká at Orlando City SC

• Becoming a 3x All-Conference Goalkeeper and being listed in the MLS Draft

• The mental tools that helped him push through injuries and setbacks

• Why purpose, not position, defines a true leader

• His mission to help young Brazilian athletes achieve success through soccer and education

Now coaching at the NCAA Division 1 level, Gustavo shares the truth about recruiting, the college athlete lifestyle, and the importance of faith and identity beyond the game.

💬 “Soccer gave me everything, but it’s what I’ve done with the opportunity that truly matters.” — Gustavo Vasconcelos

This is an episode about trusting your path, doing hard things with joy, and becoming a leader worth following.

🧠 One more day. One more battle. 1% better.

🎙 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

• David’s personal journey through skateboarding, neuroscience, and mental performance coaching

• How to start building your recruiting profile (even if you’re just getting started)

• The real myths parents believe about scholarships

• And how athletes from anywhere in the world—including Brazil—can now take control of their future

David also shares a powerful story about grief, resilience, and why we must keep going—a message that ties directly into our 1% mindset.

🎯 Whether you're a parent, athlete, or coach, this is a must-listen.
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🎙️ 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 of stretching yourself when you least feel like it

• And why I believe in the divine intelligence behind every breath

If you’re in a season where motivation feels low or life feels heavy — this one’s for you.
Take a breath. Tap in. And take one step.

One more day.
One more battle.
1% better.

🎙️ 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, humility, and daily growth. He opens up about:

• Leaving Brazil alone at age 15 to attend boarding school in Pennsylvania

• The cultural differences between soccer in Brazil and the U.S.

• Going from benchwarmer to captain at Susquehanna University

• How he stumbled into coaching—and found his true calling

• The mindset needed to thrive as a student-athlete

• What most families get wrong about the college recruiting process

• Why fit matters more than division level

• And the daily habits that keep him balanced as a D1 coach at Holy Cross

Whether you're a player, parent, or coach, this episode is packed with wisdom on trusting the process, embracing the grind, and doing the little things that no one sees—over and over again.

🔁 “You don’t find your purpose overnight. But if you keep showing up, you’ll create it through action.” — Augusto Lima

🧠 One more day. One more battle. 1% better.

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 coaching origins, the mentors and philosophies that shaped him, and his transition from youth coaching into national team environments with the U.S. YNTs and the USWNT U23s. Louis opens up about what it means to truly develop players—not just tactically or physically, but mentally and emotionally.

This conversation is packed with wisdom for coaches, parents, and ambitious players—and shows why the best teachers in the game never stop learning.

🎧 Tune in and hear what it takes to develop the next generation—the right way.

🎙️ 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 English, multiple jobs, and walking miles just to coach for free.

This is a deep conversation about resilience, discipline, and faith—not just in a religious sense, but in the belief that if you keep going, something will happen. Thiago reflects on being fired, doubted, and starting over multiple times—but never giving up.

You’ll hear:

His first visit to Disney World that planted the dream of living in the U.S.

The hard sacrifices and emotional toll of rebuilding life from scratch

How he went from a volunteer to coaching at an MLS academy

Lessons from his father that shaped his growth mindset

His views on leadership, critical thinking, and teaching kids to be resilient

The importance of showing up—especially on the days you don’t feel like it

Why “Be You, Not Them” is the family motto hanging in his living room

This episode is a reminder that the path to success is never linear—but with humility, persistence, and a willingness to learn, greatness is possible.

Final Message:

"Whatever you do, do it with all your heart. You never know who's watching."

– Thiago Evangelista

🎙️ 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 time with FC Golden State, Elite Futsal Charleston, and reaching the US Youth Futsal International Team.

We talk about:

His transition from Brazil to the U.S. coaching system

The difference between teaching soccer and teaching through soccer

How he develops confident, self-aware players who succeed at the next level

His views on early specialization, burnout, and what’s missing in American youth development

Lessons from over 20 years mentoring athletes and coaches at every level

Whether you’re a coach, a parent, or a young athlete—this episode is packed with wisdom on leadership, mindset, and long-term growth.

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🎙️ 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 United States, and the key values that have guided his journey: discipline, humility, and lifelong learning.

We talk about:

• His early influences growing up in Costa Rica 🇨🇷

• Making the jump into U.S. soccer and earning trust in new environments

• What separates top goalkeepers mentally and emotionally

• How he stays grounded while leading at the highest levels

• His deep passion for helping young players and coaches develop confidence and identity

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this episode is packed with wisdom, perspective, and stories that will help you grow 1% today.

🎧 Listen now and tap into the mindset of a true educator of the game.

#The1PercentClub #MindflexMethod #ClainePlummer #CostaRica #USSoccer #GoalkeeperCoach #SoccerMindset #LeadershipThroughSport #YouthDevelopment #MentalityIsEverything