Coach Marianne “Coach B” Blackwell knows what it takes to compete. From growing up in Middleton, Idaho, to leading her team at Brigham Young University to the Sweet 16, she’s experienced every level of the game — and now she’s shaping the next generation of athletes.

In this conversation, we cover:

• How growing up in a competitive family molded her game
• The transition from JUCO to D1 basketball at BYU
• Why effort, fundamentals, and mindset still matter more than flash
• How the landscape of women’s basketball has evolved
• Club vs. high school coaching philosophies
• How parents can best support their athletes
• Building teams that stay together through adversity

Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or parent, this episode gives you a look at the realities of player development, leadership, and resilience in the world of basketball.

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DJ Clark’s story is one of perseverance, grit, and the reality of chasing a dream. From Oceanside, California to Idaho State University, DJ carved out a path as a standout defensive back. After going undrafted, he earned NFL tryouts with the Carolina Panthers and Green Bay Packers, where every rep determined his future.

In this episode, DJ dives into:

• 🏈 How late specialization and multisport training shaped his game

• 🌍 The cultural shock of moving from California to Idaho

• 🧠 What it’s really like fighting for a roster spot as an undrafted free agent

• ⚡ Facing NFL legends in camp and the mental pressure behind the scenes

• 🔄 Transitioning from player to coach and building a new life in Idaho Falls

🎙 Quick Facts:

• Who is DJ Clark? A former Idaho State DB who earned NFL tryouts with the Panthers and Packers.

• Where is he from? Oceanside, California.

• What teams did he try out for? Carolina Panthers & Green Bay Packers.

• What does he do now? Coaching and mentoring young athletes in Idaho.

This is a story about more than football — it’s about resilience, identity, and growth beyond the game.

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Former bookmaker Matt Bowyer joins the show to pull back the curtain on underground sports betting. Matt explains how credit books work, why so many bettors prefer them over legal apps, and how his network operated across the country and overseas. He shares the night he met Ippei Mizuhara, the scale of the action that followed, and what happened when the FBI raided his home in October 2023.

The conversation digs into gambling addiction, the odds stacked against the average bettor, and how Matt is approaching accountability and fatherhood as he reports to federal prison. We close with lessons on resilience, redefining success, and his new book Recalibrate.

Highlights

• Teen hustle to global bookmaking
• Credit, liquidity, and why most bettors lose
• Athletes, privacy, and policy lines Matt would not cross
• The raids in 2014 and 2023
• Addiction and the coming wave among young bettors
• Justice system reflections and life after prison
• Matt’s book and plans to help others when he returns

Guest links
Website: https://mathewbowyer.com/
Book: Recalibrate on Amazon

Host
Shane Larson | The Gametime Guru

How do you rebuild your life when it feels like everything has been stripped away?

In this powerful episode of The Game Time Guru, I sit down with Chad Dunn — former inmate turned CEO & Co-Founder of MOVE Human Performance in Arizona. Chad’s journey isn’t about luck. It’s about grit, discipline, and choosing to keep moving forward one step at a time.

We cover:

• From BMX racer to football/wrestling → how early identity shaped his toughness
• The wrong turns: chasing adrenaline, drugs, prison—and how he reset from zero
• The “one in a row” mindset: stacking wins one day at a time
• Helping athletes & survivors: ACL tears, spinal cord injuries, burns, gunshot trauma
• Turning fear into focus and refusing to set limits in rehab or in life
• Building MOVE Human Performance: why he became the “Uber of PT” and grew it from scratch
• Lifelong learning: why you’re either growing or decaying
• Chad also shares insights from his upcoming book, Mind Over Virtually Everything (releasing October 28, 2025 on Amazon), where he lays out lessons on identity, resilience, and making every move a calculated step.

If you’ve ever felt like you were starting from zero—or stuck in recovery, rebuilding, or redefining yourself—this episode is your playbook.

Guest:

Chad Dunn, the CEO & Co-Founder, MOVE Human Performance (AZ) Book: Mind Over Virtually Everything — Oct 28, 2025

https://mindovervirtuallyeverything.com/product/mind-over-virtually-everything/

Website: https://moveperformance.com/

IG: Chad Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/chaddunn22/

IG: Move Performance: https://www.instagram.com/moveperformance/

Listen & Subscribe:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/zyTI353QELU

Former Purdue walk-on Jake Thieneman went from last man on the roster to scholarship starter—despite nine surgeries—and earned opportunities with the Giants, Colts, and 49ers (Super Bowl run). In this candid conversation, Jake breaks down the mindset, systems, and discipline that carried him through injuries, depth charts, and cuts. Then he unpacks the identity crash after sport, rebuilding fitness, and why he co-founded All-In Performance—including their 41-Day All-In Challenge for former athletes and high-level performers.

Topics:
• Walk-on mentality: regret-minimization, extra work, controllables
• Setbacks & surgeries → special teams → starter & bowl INT
• The 2018 Ohio State upset and big-game moments
• Pro shot: Pro Day, Giants minicamp, Colts preseason, 49ers practice squad
• Transition after sport: depression, yo-yo fitness, reclaiming identity
• All-In Performance: cohort coaching & the 41-Day All-In Challenge

Guest:

Jake Thieneman — Co-Founder, All-In Performance | Former Purdue Safety | NFL (Giants, Colts, 49ers)

IG: @jake.thenaman

Challenge/Coaching: [https://allinperformance.io/] — DM “ALL IN” to Jake on IG

Connect:
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/j1bdMuaUHCA
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Exercise scientist and biohacking pioneer PJ Glassey (founder, X-Gym; author, Cracking Your Calorie Code) joins the Gametime Guru to deliver a playbook for busy athletes: morning hydration that actually absorbs, nutrition on the road for tournaments and travel, and a 21-minute, twice-weekly time-under-tension program that builds precision, coordination, and strength without beating up your joints. We also cover brain-type-based discipline loops, smart use of wearables (Oura, CGM, Apple Watch), and how cold plunge + sauna can boost recovery and mental toughness.

Topics:
• Hydration: electrolytes, morning rehydration, performance cost of 2–4% dehydration
• Travel nutrition: grocery/mini-fridge hacks, protein + veggies first, better fast-food choices
• Training: TUT explained, slow-rep precision, nerve training for coordination
• Mental performance: identity > motivation, discipline systems, PJ’s Brain Type Test
• Recovery & tracking: cold plunge/sauna ramping, sleep data that drives changes

Website: https://www.xgym.com
Book (Kindle): https://www.amazon.com/Cracking-Your-Calorie-Code-Version-ebook/dp/B09HHGBZZN
Contact: pj@xgym.com

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oPsIwosN1U

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Former Boston University Division I soccer player Ty Johnson joins me to talk about:

• The challenges and opportunities in U.S. soccer vs. global systems

• Club vs. high school soccer and what recruiters really look for

• The cultural shift from Miami to San Francisco during his youth career

• Transitioning from athlete to media host (Live with Tai) and entrepreneur

• Why grit, discipline, and soccer’s “universal language” still shape his life today

This is a candid look at the sport’s growth in America and the lessons athletes can carry beyond the field.

👉 Listen to Ty’s show: Live with Tai

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-with-ty-from-athlete-to-ceo-real-stories-of/id1787802468

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livewithty

Coach Brandon Buck returns to discuss The Edge Leadership Summit, happening September 16–17, 2025 at Boise State University’s Stueckle Sky Center. We dive into:

• Why leadership events are transformational

• The meaning of “The Edge” in sports, business, and life

• The powerful speaker lineup featuring Coach Chris Petersen and others

• Why investing in yourself creates lasting growth

If you’ve been on the fence about attending leadership events, this episode shows why being in the room matters.

👉 Learn more and register: https://infinitestrengths.com