WCAT Chats

What does it take to sustain excellence for over three decades? This week on WCATChats, we go "inside the dugout" with Westminster’s new Head Baseball Coach, Andy Harlin. Fresh off his 700th career win, Coach Harlin breaks down his approach to building championship cultures and why he believes character development is the most important stat on the scoreboard.

From his deep roots in the Atlanta baseball community to his new mission at Westminster, Coach Harlin shares candid insights on the "Golden Rules" of his program and how he balances the pressure of high-level competition with the joy of the game. It’s a must-listen episode for athletes, coaches, and anyone interested in the psychology of winning. Stream now to hear how the Wildcats are preparing to take the field under one of the best to ever do it.

WCATChats Episode 68 features Westminster's assistant football coach Chad Walker. Coach Walker reflects on his journey through the college and NFL ranks, including time with Nick Saban, LSU, Oklahoma, the Miami Dolphins, and the Atlanta Falcons, and what those experiences taught him about leadership, preparation, and building strong team culture.From NFL memories to mentoring young athletes today, Coach Walker shares insights on coaching, character, and the lessons football can teach far beyond the field. Tune in for a fast-paced conversation full of stories, perspective, and wisdom from a coach who’s seen the game at every level.

WCAT's Wiley Lum caught up with Jay Rainey to talk about traditions, experiences, plans, ideas and even dogs. Mr. Rainey will begin his tenure as the new Westminster President for the 2026-27 school year.

Senior Gavin joins Carson and Alex for an entertaining conversation about golf success, coordinating the wave for the whole school and the recent Fall Orchestra Concert.

Celeste joins Carson Medor & Alex Garcha to discuss the fall play Little Women and all things Westminster Theater.

Special thanks to Arizona Cardinals punter Blake Gillikin for advice, insights and memories with WCAT's Wyatt Garfinkle . And thanks to our editor and producer Thomas Schwartz for counting an onion is a fruit in this week's draft.

Our new WCATChats hosts get acquainted with the studio with a sports conversation that rambles and entertains.

Join us as we sit down with Westminster’s new Head of Program for Football, Coach Nelson Stewart. With nearly two decades of coaching excellence at Isidore Newman School, a stellar 162-54 career record, and a proven track record of developing top-tier talent like Arch Manning and Eli Friend, Coach Stewart is ready to lead the Wildcats into an exciting new chapter. We’ll explore his coaching philosophy, his plans for the program, and the buzz surrounding his arrival. Don’t miss this in-depth introduction to the coach everyone’s talking about!

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In this exciting episode, we sit down with Wiley Ballard, Westminster alumnus (‘12) and prominent sports broadcaster, to dive into his journey from the Westminster campus to covering some of the biggest names in sports. Wiley shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time broadcasting for WCAT, Georgia Tech, his role with the ACC Network, and his experiences working with Bally Sports covering the Atlanta Braves.We explore Wiley's preparation process, how he handles the pressure of live broadcasting, and the challenges of calling games across multiple sports. Whether you're a diehard Braves fan, a WCAT loyalist, or an aspiring sports broadcaster, Wiley’s insights on the evolving media landscape and his career journey will leave you inspired.Tune in for a mix of personal anecdotes, career advice, and an inside look at the life of a modern-day sports broadcaster!

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