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Healthy Sports Parents

Jonathan Carone
Youth Sports
Parenting
Coaching
Mental Health
Child Development
Intrinsic Motivation
Sports Parenting
Parental Support
Track and Field
Parental Involvement
Softball
Mental Well-Being
Soccer
Process Vs. Results
Teamwork
Coaching Philosophy
Healthy Sports Parenting
Encouragement
Children's Emotional Health
Athlete Development

Healthy Sports Parents is a podcast for youth sports parents who care more about the kid than the outcome. Hosted by Jonathan Carone, the show explores how youth sports can be used to raise great humans and strengthen families.

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Coach Travis Hudson has spent 32 years building Western Kentucky volleyball into one of the best mid-major programs in the country. Along the way, he’s learned a lot about what actually matters in developing athletes and raising kids through sports. more

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Every kid develops on their own timeline. The challenge for parents is believing that when it feels like everyone else's kid is getting ahead.

Former NFL quarterback and longtime quarterback coach Jordan Palmer has worked with some of the best quart... more

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David Epstein has spent years making the case for range, exploration, and giving kids time to discover what fits. His new book, Inside the Box, makes what initially sounds like the opposite argument: sometimes we need more constraints, not more optio... more

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What does it actually take for a kid to love sports for the long haul?

World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach joins Jonathan Carone for a conversation about what happens when adults stop trying to manufacture motivation a... more

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Jordan Palmer
Founder of QB Summit and co-founder of Thread Performance
QB Summit; Thread Performance
Episode: Every Kid Is On Their Own Timeline (with Jordan Palmer, retired NFL QB)
David Epstein
Author and journalist, author of Inside the Box
Episode: How To Raise Confident Kids Through Youth Sports (with David Epstein)
Abby Wambach
Legendary US women's soccer player, World Cup and Olympic champion, author and podcaster
Former player, author, podcaster
Episode: What Kids Actually Need From Youth Sports (with Abby Wambach)
Renata Simril
CEO of the LA84 Foundation and founder of the Play Equity Fund
LA84 Foundation
Episode: BONUS: Could this be the future of youth sports? (with Renata Simril, CEO of LA84 Foundation)
Dr. Joey Case
Clinical and sports psychologist; assistant director of mental health and wellness with the Miami Marlins
Miami Marlins
Episode: BONUS: 7 Things That Feel Like Bad Sports Parenting But Aren't (with Dr. Joey Case, Miami Marlins)
Jake Savicki
Former college baseball player, baseball coach, sports dad
Independent coach/creator on social media
Episode: Fun and Hard Can Both Exist in Youth Sports (with Jake Savicki)
Cory Booker
Senator, sponsor of the Let Kids Play Act
U.S. Senate (Democrat, New Jersey)
Episode: BONUS: Let Kids Play (with Senator Cory Booker and Representative Chris Deluzio)
Chris Deluzio
Representative, author of the Let Kids Play Act
U.S. House of Representatives (Democrat, Pennsylvania)
Episode: BONUS: Let Kids Play (with Senator Cory Booker and Representative Chris Deluzio)
Lisa Willis
Retired WNBA player, US gold medalist in women's basketball
Texas Sports Academy
Episode: Why Your Kid Needs Sports To Be Bigger Than Sports (with Lisa Willis, retired WNBA player)

Host

Jonathan Carone
Host of Healthy Sports Parents

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Absolutely amazing concepts on how to approach parenting kids in sports. I learn something new every episode on how to be more intentional with my actions and words with my daughters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IndyPharmD
    United States4 months ago
  • Heart of the matter

    This podcast is fantastic and it has quickly become one of my and my husband’s favorites. We both work in sports & have been super hesitant to sign our 5yr old up for anything because youth sports is just insane. So many of these topics and issues that are covered here ring true for us. It’s so nice to know we aren’t the only ones asking why we can’t just have t-shirts and rec leagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swoodruffATC
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastic resource for parents of young athletes

    This podcast is an oasis for parents who are trying to navigate the pressures of competitive youth sports while nurturing their children to become great people. Thank you for this amazing resource and for all that you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff Kullgren
    United States5 months ago
  • This should be a mandatory listen for your kids to participate in youth sports!

    I am blown away with how amazing this entire podcast is. As a former college athlete and survivor of crazy youth sport parents, I thought I was doing a good job of being the opposite, but this show continues to educate and raise the bar of how we can all be better. If you truly listen to this with an open mind, an open heart, and a proverbial mirror to look into, it is life changing and your kids will thank you. Just like there are mandatory coaching videos on safe sport, concussions, etc., I th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gdyjn
    United States5 months ago
  • Head injury episode

    I’m a relatively new listener of the show but with two sons in youth sports I’ve really been enjoying it! The head injury episode - wow. Was a really informative but engaging listen. Definitely recommend to any parent of young athletes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michigander28
    United States7 months ago

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Community-friendly insights make complex topics like NIL and data privacy accessible for families.
Listeners appreciate the focus on building character and reducing pressure, not just winning.
Guests are varied and often bring relatable, real-world experience to parenting in sports.
The host and guests provide practical, compassionate guidance for parents navigating youth sports.
Episodes balance actionable tips with thoughtful perspectives from experts across health, policy, and coaching.

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How To Raise Confident Kids Through Youth Sports (with David Epstein)
Q: What's the best way for parents to give feedback without damaging motivation after a game?
Avoid unrequested feedback immediately after emotional moments; use a sandbox approach with planned, calm discussions later, and weave in positive feedback around constructive points to maintain a supportive relationship and improve learning outcomes.
How To Raise Confident Kids Through Youth Sports (with David Epstein)
Q: How should parents balance pushing persistence with letting kids pivot to new interests?
Encourage exposure to a broad range of experiences early, monitor engagement with the paramecium principle (follow what lights them up), and avoid quitting on a bad day. Allow longer consideration before quitting, and use reflective conversations to guide changes when genuine interest wanes.
How To Raise Confident Kids Through Youth Sports (with David Epstein)
Q: What would you design as healthy constraints for childhood development if starting from scratch?
Limit technology exposure to allow slower, more varied learning experiences, encourage experimentation across multiple sports to build physical literacy, and create structures (like the sandbox) that provide boundaries but allow exploration. The aim is to foster engagement, curiosity, and transferable skills rather than early specialization.
Every Kid Is On Their Own Timeline (with Jordan Palmer, retired NFL QB)
Q: What have I not asked you that you think parents need to know the answer to?
Failure and adversity on a kid's journey are essential sources of growth; don't try to make everything easy or guarantee a smooth path. Embrace setbacks as opportunities to develop resilience, learn, and prepare for future success rather than over-managing every step.
BONUS: Could this be the future of youth sports? (with Renata Simril, CEO of LA84 Foundation)
Q: What is AB 749 and what does it aim to accomplish?
AB 749 is a study bill to explore creating a California youth sports department or commission, embedded within Health and Human Services, with the aim of analyzing models, identifying gaps, and building a pathway toward a fully funded, modern governance structure that centralizes coaching standards, safety, and access.

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What is Healthy Sports Parents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on helping youth sports families keep the sport in perspective—focusing on character, well-being, and family life over wins and performance. Episodes feature a mix of former athletes, coaches, physicians, policymakers, and industry experts who share practical tips for reducing parental pressure, preventing injuries, and fostering lifelong love of activity. A common through-line is mentoring, multi-sport participation, and conversations that translate into everyday family routines, with a strong emphasis on making sports a positive, developmentally healthy experience for kids and parents alike. A standout trait is the thoughtful blend of personal stories with evidence-based guidance, plus a steady stream of guests who bring ... more

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Recent guests on Healthy Sports Parents include:

1. Jordan Palmer
2. David Epstein
3. Abby Wambach
4. Renata Simril
5. Dr. Joey Case
6. Jake Savicki
7. Cory Booker
8. Chris Deluzio

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