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Healthy Sports Parents

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

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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Youth sports are getting more expensive, more competitive, and more structured at younger ages. So what happens to the kids and families who simply want a chance to play?

In this episode, Healthy Sports Parents founder Jonathan Carone talks with ret... more

In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan Carone sits down with psychiatrist and author Dr. Curt Thompson to explore why sports parenting can feel so personal and why a child’s performance can bring out emotions parents never expected.

Dr.... more

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Youth sports have become increasingly all-or-nothing. Make the team. Commit more time. Play at a higher level. Keep up, or eventually there may not be a place for you anymore.

Amanda Carey believes there’s another way.

Amanda is the President of th... more

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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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Recent Guests

Zechariah Thomas
Former professional hockey player and founder of Swift Hockey
Swift Hockey
Episode: Are We Making Youth Sports Too Hard for Kids to Play? (with Zechariah Thomas, retired pro hockey + founder of Swift Hockey)
Dr. Curt Thompson
Psychiatrist integrating interpersonal neurobiology with Christian anthropology
Being Known podcast host; Connections Conference founder
Episode: Why Sports Parenting is So Dang Hard (with Dr. Curt Thompson)
Amanda Carey
CEO of NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association)
NICA
Episode: Youth Sports Need a Place For Every Kid (with Amanda Carey, multi-time Pro MTB Champion)
Travis Hudson
Head Coach, Western Kentucky University Volleyball
Western Kentucky University
Episode: What 32 Years of Coaching Taught Me About Youth Sports (with Coach Travis Hudson, WKU Volleyball)
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)

Host

Jonathan Carone
Host of Healthy Sports Parents

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 144 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 States6 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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Guest diversity and quality of insights are repeatedly commended.
Fans praise practical, research-backed parenting advice.
Listeners highlight the show as a calming, informative resource amid chaotic youth sports culture.

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Are We Making Youth Sports Too Hard for Kids to Play? (with Zechariah Thomas, retired pro hockey + founder of Swift Hockey)
Q: When you think about this conversation and your audience of sports parents, what is the one question you think I didn't ask that they need to hear the answer to?
Parents should understand that giving kids freedom to choose their path is crucial; overstructure can backfire, and letting kids decide how and when they engage with sport helps sustain long-term participation and a healthier relationship with athletics.
What 32 Years of Coaching Taught Me About Youth Sports (with Coach Travis Hudson, WKU Volleyball)
Q: What would you tell a parent who feels pressure to push their kid to the next level?
Focus on the current level and the child's love of the game; the next level will come if it's meant to, but missing the present moments can rob them of growth and joy.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Healthy Sports Parents

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

This show centers on helping families navigate youth sports with a focus on development, well-being, and lifelong love of the game rather than only winning. Across episodes, listeners hear from coaches, athletes, psychologists, policymakers, and former players who share practical guidance on multi-sport participation, avoiding early specialization, injury prevention, and nurturing resilience and healthy mindsets. A recurring thread is making sports a positive, inclusive experience for kids and families, with emphasis on parental conduct, team culture, and policies that expand access and reduce unnecessary pressure. A notable strength is its mix of actionable tips, real-world stories, and voices that bridge sport, psychology, and policy, mak... more

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Recent guests on Healthy Sports Parents include:

1. Zechariah Thomas
2. Dr. Curt Thompson
3. Amanda Carey
4. Travis Hudson
5. Jordan Palmer
6. David Epstein
7. Abby Wambach
8. Renata Simril

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