Episode 212 – Allie Clements (Stanford Softball Alum)

In this episode, we explore the real side of the college softball journey — the parts that rarely get talked about but so many athletes experience. Our guest shares her story of growing up in Houston, Texas, and how her path through college athletics didn’t go exactly as she imagined. From dreams of being a four-year All-American to navigating unexpected challenges and shifts in identity, this conversation dives deep into the realities behind the highlight reels. It’s an honest and powerful discussion that will resonate with any athlete who’s ever had to redefine success and find strength in the process.

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Episode 211 – Micah Franklin (7 to 22) 

Hitting a baseball is often called the hardest skill in sports—and in this episode, we dive into why. Micah, with over 31 years in professional baseball and experience working with players like Cody Bellinger and James Wood, shares hard-earned wisdom from both the field and the cages. Together, we break down the balance between old-school fundamentals and modern analytics, exploring how technical drills, biomechanics, and mental preparation intersect.

From the influence of front offices to the pressures of social media, we unpack the external challenges hitters face, as well as the importance of adjustability, timing, and efficient body positions over raw strength. Micah uses analogies like a punching bag to illustrate these concepts, while highlighting tools like performance bands and weight-room integration for developing core strength and proper mechanics. The conversation reminds us that elite hitting isn’t just about bat speed—it’s about a holistic approach that trains the body, sharpens the mind, and prepares players to adjust under pressure.

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Episode 210 – Cal Stephens — an athlete whose path with us started through remote training and has grown into a unique in-person experience of shadowing, learning, and developing inside The Farm.

Cal shares what it’s like to not only train as a player, but also step into the shoes of an intern, observing coaching sessions, studying different teaching styles, and gaining insight into what truly drives athlete development.

We explore:

Cal’s transition from remote training to hands-on experience in the cage.

The lessons learned from shadowing and feeding during live sessions.

How individualized coaching and multiple perspectives accelerate growth.

The mindset shift from just “working hard” to “learning how to learn.”

What he’s discovered about development both as an athlete and as a future coach.

This episode is a deep dive into the process of growth — on the field, in the cage, and in life — through the lens of an athlete learning from the inside out.

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Episode 209 – From the Lab to the Field: Biomechanics, Rehab, and Performance with Dr. Emily Ferree

In this episode, Joey Cunha reconnects with an early mentor and former collaborator, Dr. Emily Ferree — a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist, biomechanics consultant, and strength & conditioning coach.

They dive into Emily’s journey from working in baseball’s biomechanics boom to consulting with NFL athletes, discussing the differences in injury patterns, rehab challenges, and sports science integration between baseball and football. Emily breaks down:

The two types of biomechanists in pro sports — and why interpreting data matters more than just collecting it.

How PT and performance can disconnect, and the gap between “return to function” vs. “return to play.”

Why communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration are critical for high-performance environments.

The next frontier in sports science: integrating biomechanics with ball flight data to enhance pitch quality and deception.

How fascia and connective tissue play a role in movement coordination and athletic performance — and why training in integrated patterns matters.

This conversation is a deep dive into bridging rehab, performance, and sports science, packed with insights for coaches, trainers, and athletes looking to understand the why behind movement.

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College sports are evolving faster than ever. In Episode 208, we dive into the rise of NIL deals, the chaos and opportunity of the transfer portal, and how the line between amateur and pro is getting blurrier by the day. We explore what these shifts mean for players, coaches, and programs—and how athletes are taking control of their futures in a system that’s finally starting to pay up. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or player, this conversation will give you a real look at where college athletics is headed.

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Episode 207: The Ups & Downs of Hitting

Hitting is a game of highs and lows, and whether you’re a coach or a player, navigating the mental side of the game is just as important as the mechanics. In this episode, we dive into the challenges that come with hitting slumps, the frustrations of feeling stuck, and the perspective shifts that can help you push through. We’ll discuss how to stay focused, keep hope alive when results aren’t showing, and why the best hitters (and coaches) embrace the process rather than just the outcome. Tune in for insights, strategies, and a fresh perspective on handling the inevitable ups and downs of baseball and softball.

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Episode 206: Matt Krug

“The game is 90% mental and the other half physical” Everyone has heard that classic quote from some capacity while playing sports. In this in episode we deep dive with Matt Krug who worked as a psychologist with professional baseball organizations and go into things like identifying talent/ variables in high performers, family dynamics/ pressure, visualization, goal setting, and so much more!

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Episode 205: What Is Our Real Job?

In an industry that can be full of magic tricks and “truths” we can often lose sight as coaches of what our job is with athletes. Is it to tell them exactly how something should be done? Is it build relationships? Is it ti help build skills that can help them with life in the future, regardless of what their path is? Take a listen as we dive into some different intricacies of being a coach and what we must do to keep the main thing the main thing!

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Episode 204:Hitting Philosophies With Chat GPT

Have you ever had to explain your hitting philosophy to somebody before? Well, in this episode, we walked through some public information and analytics in the baseball space and provided them to Chat GPT to attempt to have Chat build its own philosophy. The answers may surprise you… Take a dive into some interesting data points, ideologies, training methods, and KPI’s with us in Episode 204!

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Episode 203: Dugout Chatter

Have you ever heard of “playing the game within the game”? In this episode we sit down and chop up all the minor details that may come into play during a single at bat, pitch, game, weekend, etc. From setting the pitcher up, to basic approach and mindsets going into the game and at bat, we cover many details that are almost impossible to catch in the heat of the moment!

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