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The Benas Podcast

Benas Matkevicius
Basketball
Spanish Pick-and-Roll
Basketball Coaching
NBA
Retirement
Coffee
Player-Coach Dynamics
Sergio Scariolo
Data In Sports
Sunset Sports Festival
Coaching
Michelangelo Effect
Communication In Sports
Shooting Psychology
Team Dynamics
Communication
Agency Representation
Jonas Mačiulis
Player Management
Injury Management

My name is Benas and I'm passionate about traveling, sports and coffee. In this podcast I will aim to combine all three of them by 'zooming' around the world and talking to sports professionals and coffee savants around the world while having nuanced conversations about different topics within their profession. If you're interested in hearing the stories and lifestyles of high achievers, the bigge... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes88Founded5 years ago
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"Giannis":

Giannis is a highly accomplished Head Coach in the Euroleague who was ... more

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"Baio":

Daniele is a long-time friend of mine and a highly successful basketball front office execut... more

Vincent Collet is a house-hold name in the world of European Basketball...especially when it comes to FIBA competitions. Vincent's achievements with the French National Team are second to none! His teams won 4 Eurobasket medals, 2 world cup medals & ... more

Kostas is a long time friend of mine and a 3x Euroleague champion in his own right and currently the Head of Performance at Olimpia Milano. He last worked at Fenerbahce since 2022 under Dimitris Itoudis and later Sarunas Jasikevicus and recently sign... more

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Recent Guests

Guillaume Vizade
Head coach of LeMans and under 20 national team coach in France
LeMans Basketball
Episode: EP#77 Guillaume Vizade - French system, 'effort oriented' culture, sincere coaching & the 'tag up' system
Petteri Koponen
Former professional basketball player and current coach
New Zealand Breakers
Episode: #75 Petteri Koponen - Draft & Stash mindset, Finland Basketball & Coaching in New Zealand
Mikko Riipinen
Head coach of the Swedish National Basketball Team and BG Göttingen
Swedish Basketball Federation, BG Göttingen
Episode: #74 Mikko Riipinen - Swedish NT, BG Göttingen Head Coach & Low-hanging fruit
Jamion Christian
Basketball coach and former head coach in the college basketball system in the US.
Trieste
Episode: #73 Jamion Christian (Trieste) - Do you have the capacity to reach your full capacity?
Luigi Datome
Former professional basketball player, known for his versatility and experience in both the NBA and European leagues.
Italian National Basketball Team, Olympiakos
Episode: #71 Luigi "Gigi" Datome - Mentality Of A Shooter & Love For Books
Gytis Vilius
Professional basketball referee
Lithuanian Basketball Federation
Episode: #67 Gytis Vilius (LT) - Teisėjo Profesija
Tim Fanning
Assistant coach at BYU Basketball with a diverse coaching background spanning New Zealand, Spain, and the Euroleague.
BYU Basketball
Episode: #66 Tim Fanning (BYU Basketball) - Coaching in New Zealand, Spain, Israel, OTE & NCAA while being a life-long learner!
Damjan Rudež
Former NBA player and Croatian national team member, venturing into business
Episode: #65 Damjan Rudež - Psychology of Shooters, Frustrations after the NBA, Retirement & Business
Simon Cote
Former head coach and now financial advisor, reflecting on his coaching experiences and career transition.
Episode: #64 Simon Cote - The Other Side Of Coaching & Career Transition

Host

Benas
Host passionate about traveling, sports, and coffee, aiming to explore the stories of sports professionals and coffee savants around the world.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Great Content! Keep up the good work Benas!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Afurlow
    3 years ago
  • Great perspective

    Every episode has something for a coach. Interesting perspectives from some of the best in Europe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr.CoachB
    United States4 years ago
  • Nerealus podcastas

    Nerealiai geras

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ula_117
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast for basketball fans 👌

    Excellent podcast. Great host who knows the Game very well. World class guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benduj 86
    France4 years ago
  • A podcast for everyone

    A must-listen if you are a leader, part of a team, not a leader, a teacher, a parent, or breathing. The questions are well thought out and the discussions are thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E. Higgi.
    United States4 years ago

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Many appreciate the host's ability to draw compelling narratives from guests, making it relatable to both professionals and casual listeners.
Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful discussions that resonate with coaches and sports enthusiasts.
Reviewers note the high-quality production and the engaging nature of the episodes, finding value in the stories shared by guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#55
Italy/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#152
France/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#165
Germany/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#192
Australia/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#10
Spain/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#40
Austria/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#71 Luigi "Gigi" Datome - Mentality Of A Shooter & Love For Books
Q: What were the biggest challenges after retiring from basketball?
Gigi found the transition to retirement smooth due to maintaining a role with the team, which helped ease into his new identity.
#73 Jamion Christian (Trieste) - Do you have the capacity to reach your full capacity?
Q: Do you have an example from last year where it's like a typical rookie mistake that you would say some American coaches coming over would do?
Speaking with lack of emotion to an Italian fan base makes them think you don't care.
#68 Kyle Hines - Process of Retirement
Q: What would you advise to players thinking about retirement?
Make the most of your opportunity and start preparing years in advance for what you want to do next.
#57 Sergio Scariolo on Inventing the Spanish Pick & Roll, Communication, "Michelangelo Effect" & More
Q: How do you balance implementing multiple defenses within a team?
Scariolo states that while it's important to have a foundation, a mature team can handle situational defenses with proper preparation without overloading their practice schedules.
#57 Sergio Scariolo on Inventing the Spanish Pick & Roll, Communication, "Michelangelo Effect" & More
Q: What is the significance of the Michelangelo Effect in basketball coaching?
Scariolo relates the Michelangelo Effect to coaching, stating that positive reinforcement and mutual respect can sculpt a player's abilities over time.

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Focusing on the intersection of sports and culture, the content features discussions with high-achieving sports professionals and coffee experts from around the world. Topics range from coaching philosophies, personal challenges, and cultural adaptations related to basketball, to deeper conversations about the mental aspects of sports performance, including resilience, early development, and the significance of team dynamics. Listeners can expect to gain insightful perspectives on the lives and experiences of notable figures in sports, with an emphasis on learning and personal growth through sports-related narratives. This podcast is likely to attract those passionate about athletic performance and the personal journeys of athletes and coac... more

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2. Petteri Koponen
3. Mikko Riipinen
4. Jamion Christian
5. Luigi Datome
6. Gytis Vilius
7. Tim Fanning
8. Damjan Rudež

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