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"I quit"Have you ever heard your son or daughter say those two words?Have you ever said those two words yourself... as a kid or as a Parent? Bryan and The Chalk Talk's Podcast Parent/Coach, Coach/Parent, Langdon Reid, discuss hearing those two words and reacting to them.Both, Bryan and Langdon, share how the book (just released on Amazon) they co-authored entitled, "Andy Wouldn't Let Me", perfectly parallels Episode Fourteens topic of Quitting.

One sport? Two sports? Three sports?The Chalk Talk Podcast host, Bryan Kennedy, brings back parent coach / coach parent, Langdon Reid, to discuss what it looks like from the parent side... the desire of their kids to play other sports.  Then... as they turn the bases, they begin asking what it is like from the Coaches standpoint. What if the Coach is pushing or pressuring parents/kids for his or her players to ONLY play the sport they coach.Open for discussion.www.thechalktalkblog.com

"I ain't got it today"!Former NFL D Tackle with the Seattle Seahawks.... Craig Terrill, re-joins Coach BK even though they may not feel like they 'have it' on this particular Episode?What do you do when you don't feel like you have it? When you are just not 'feeling it'?Are you focusing on the mountain in front of you... Or, the next step in front of you?

Goals!  Opportunities! Accountability!When someone asks you what your goal is how do you answer?  Big Goal?  How do you get to accomplish that Big Goal? The Chalk Talk CoachBK suggests its easier to name a goal in the athletic world... than it is to name a goal in life off the field or court.  True? or False?

The Chalk Talk Podcast is Back and #CoachBK has a very special guest;When Bryan (#coachbk) served as part of the opening act for Garth Brooks years ago, it afforded him the opportunity to meet many people. While performing in Portland, Maine... Bryan made a life long friend in former NHL player/Coach, Paul Gardner.  Chalk Talk Epi 10, Bryan takes advantage of the 200 goal scorer's experience in the NHL to laugh a bit discussing the importance of traveling with a deep fryer, to the topic at hand... comparing a goal scorer's reaction in Hockey, a goal scorer's reaction in soccer, or a football end zone celebration.  What goes around comes around in some sports, mainly Hockey.

The US Open women's final was one to remember, but unfortunately it had little to do with Tennis. Serena Williams was center court of center court with her reactions to being penalized. #CoachBK and Parent Coach, Coach Parent, Langdon Reid consider reactions in ALL sports! What is acceptable behavior in one is not necessarily acceptable on another. Why are some coaches and player reactions acceptable in one sport and totally not acceptable in another? And, how are we to use these examples to coach/teach our young players and children? The 17 inch ruler. The reaction to the reaction carryover.

The Chalk Talk's Podcast; Parent/Coach - Coach/Parent, Langdon Reid is back discussing with #CoachBK what happens when a player or parent believes their son or daughter is not being played in the right position. Advice on how to approach your child's coach with this thought in your mind, and advice for Coaches when they are confronted with this matter. #CoachBK also recognizes the ONLY player in Baseball history to play every position and win. You will enjoy the reminder!

#coachbk welcomes 4 time Super Bowl Champion Strength and Conditioning Coach, Johnny Parker. Coach Parker was Bryan's strength and conditioning Coach while at the University of Mississippi and after recently connecting again Bryan is elated to have one of his biggest influences and motivators join him for this podcast. "Every time I have a conversation with Coach, I feel like I can go do all the things I thought I could not do before! He is a great great individual motivator that is unique to each of his players. By doing so, Coach Parker spreads positivity and encouragement giving reason(s) for having choosing discipline, and doing choosing to put in the hard work. This individual attention spreads like wildfire motivating the entire team and all surrounding the team". - #coachbk

#coachbk discusses a topic that he admits never really crossing his mind! Craig Terrill, former defensive tackle for seven years in the NFL wearing a Seattle Seahawk jersey, opens Bryan's eyes to a language ALL athlete's speak... Body Language.

The Athlete's Life Coach, Bryan Kennedy #coachbk, stresses the need for communication both on and off the field and court. "I got it" or "You got it"? Who is going to 'get it'? What is the best way to get it done? Who can you talk too when you fear discipline and/or judgement? Don't let the ball hit the ground either way... Communicate!

Bryan Kennedy #coachbk discusses two things equally necessary for achieving any goal no matter how smart you are or how strong you are! New Tradition... spiking the baseball ? Parent / Coach, Langdon Reid returns with a coaching philosophy off the field that helps him as as much as a Parent as a Coach! The Chalk Talk Podcast is always about winning at home as well as on the field and court. The Chalk Talk Book.. Vol. 1. Bryan describes it as a 'back seat' book.

Life Coach and Podcast host, Bryan Kennedy discusses two paths in life. More directly; when it's appropriate to follow a path and when it is best to make a path. Also; The Chalk Talk Podcast Parent/Coach regular, Langdon Reid, visits with Bryan to discuss what parents should do while their kids are at practice? Should they stay... or should they go?

Life Coach Bryan Kennedy introduces his co-author of their inspirational book; "Andy Wouldn't Let Me", Langdon Reid, to the Chalk Talk audience as a regular on the Chalk Talk Podcast. Langdon is the son of Don Reid who is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Langdon is an accomplished musician, songwriter, author and performer. Bryan is borrowing his expertise in all categories mentioned here.. bur is really borrowing from his Baseball days... and now being a Husband, Father, and Coach! Bryan and Langdon open doors for future podcasts by skimming the surface of the parent/coach relationship... along with issues including sideline behavior for each. All topics open for discussion on The Chalk Talk Blog page and the Facebook group.. Chalk Talk.

Former SEC Defensive End, #1 Songwriter, Author, Entertainer and Certified Life Coach, Bryan Kennedy launches his brand new Podcast based on his widely popular book, "Chalk Talk". Bryan believes athlete's and parent's of athlete's have plenty of instruction on the court and on the field, but little off the court and field. Episode 1: Bryan hears the theme song for the first time! He talks about being first and being last. He winds his way around to wanting all to understand he must apply his own podcasts and words to someone closest to him... first.