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The Gametime Guru

Shane Larson
Sports
Basketball
Leadership
Leadership Shock
Rugby
Hoop Camp
Authentic Leadership Model
Leadership Coaching
BYU Women's Basketball
Personal Development
Professional Basketball
Boise State
Club Basketball
College Basketball
Athlete Branding
World Record
Arena Football League
NIL
Executive Leadership
US Women's Rugby

If you're looking for a unique perspective on sports, we'll bring you the content you want. Through interviews with different guests around the sports industry, we are delivering a panoramic view on sports. My goal is to help you see the world of sports through a different lens!

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Latest Episodes

What makes soccer more than just a sport?

In this episode of The Gametime Guru, I have the chance to chat with Franklin Foer, author of How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization, to explore how soccer reflects culture, iden... more

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Will Dunkle is back on The Gametime Guru.

Six years after his first appearance on the show, Will returns to talk about how his fighting journey has evolved from MMA into the world of bare knuckle boxing.

In this episode, Will shares what makes ba... more

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In Episode 250 of The Gametime Guru Podcast, Shane Larson sits down with Kam Wheeler, coach, business owner, leader, and founder of Warriors Football Club in Idaho.

This conversation dives into Kam's sports background, his path into coaching, and t... more

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What were you doing at 17 years old?

In this episode of The Gametime Guru, Shane Larson sits down with Jamie McCreedy, a 17-year-old podcast host, charity leader, and young man making a real impact through sports, service, and storytelling.

Jamie... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Foer
Author of How Soccer Explains the World
Author
Episode: Franklin Foer: Soccer, Tribalism, Globalization & the 2026 World Cup
Will Dunkle
Professional bare-knuckle fighter, former MMA competitor
Fusion Fight League
Episode: Will Dunkle: Bare Knuckle Boxing, Fight Mindset, and Fusion Fight League
Kam Wheeler
Founder and Owner, Warriors Football Club
Warriors Football Club
Episode: Kam Wheeler | Leadership, Youth Football, and Building Warriors Football Club
Jamie McCreedy
Charity CEO; podcast host focusing on youth sports
Kenya-based charity (Kenya Cup) and related initiatives
Episode: Jamie McCreedy | How a 17-Year-Old Built a Sports Podcast, Led a Charity, and Inspired Others
Tom Cillo
College football player with a unique late-blooming athletic journey
Lycoming College (Student-Athlete)
Episode: Tom Cillo | 59-Year-Old College Football Player Shares His Incredible Story | The Gametime Guru Podcast
Kiprian Pacoski
Founder and owner of Kip Grip Performance Grip Socks
Kip Grip
Episode: Kiprian Pacoski: From Athlete to Entrepreneur | Owner of Kip Grip Performance Grip Socks
Brayden Durfee
Owner of 1Athletics and former Division I track and field athlete
1Athletics
Episode: Brayden Durfee (1ONEATHLETICS) on Sports Performance, Visualization, and Bouncing Back From Failure
Mike Richman
Professional bare-knuckle fighter with experience in MMA and BKFC.
BKFC
Episode: Mike "The Marine" Richman: BKFC Wars, Fight Night Rituals, Cuts, Body Shots & Bouncing Back
John Damon
Gym designer, former college football player, and founder of The Cave.
Episode: John Damon | This Former Football Player Designs the Sickest Gyms on Earth

Host

Shane Larson
Host of The Gametime Guru Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 333 ratings
  • GREAT PODCAST

    I had the opportunity to be a guest on the Game Time Guru podcast, and it was honestly an incredible experience. The conversation was real, intentional, and centered around growth, hard work, and making a positive impact. You can tell this platform isn’t just about sports, it’s about people, purpose, and pushing the culture forward in the right way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B.Durfee
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent Pod

    Shane does a great job with his interviews with a wide variety of guests from the sports world.

    So many of his episodes bring the small or momentous decisions of athletes or coaches and distill them into applicable life lessons for us all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    45294529
    United States3 months ago
  • Phenomenal Listen

    Shane brings a tremendous amount of perspective and unique stories to the space. He isn’t piggybacking content from other shows, it’s clear he works hard to bring valuable athletes on the show who mean a lot to the listeners. A very creative blend of life lessons and sports!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanMitchell26
    United States3 months ago
  • LOVE THE GTG

    I’ve been really enjoying the Game Time Guru Podcast hosted by Shane Larson. It’s not just sports talk — Shane and his guests give real-life perspective on mindset, discipline, and what it actually takes to be good at what you do.

    The conversations feel genuine and easy to listen to, and a lot of it applies to everyday life, not just sports. Definitely worth checking out if you like sports with some real-world insight mixed in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UnoTesti
    United States3 months ago
  • The GURU

    Shane does an incredible job in his interviews. He knows the right questions to ask, no matter who he’s interviewing or what sport he’s covering. If you’re looking for a solid sports podcast, the Gametime Guru is the guy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KBlanchDG
    United States3 months ago

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Deep-dive interviews with a wide range of athletes and experts.
Guest variety and practical life lessons stand out.
Conversations feel authentic and consistently high-quality.

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

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#204
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#229
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Will Dunkle: Bare Knuckle Boxing, Fight Mindset, and Fusion Fight League
Q: In bare-knuckle, what makes a fight feel so different and how does that shape your strategy?
The lack of gloves forces you to respect every strike, stay calm, and wait for openings; you rely on timing and do not gamble as you would with gloves, treating every exchange as a high-stakes moment.
Kam Wheeler | Leadership, Youth Football, and Building Warriors Football Club
Q: What is the biggest transition Kam faced when moving from playing to coaching?
Kam describes how he quickly moved into coaching right after high school, leveraging his passion for patterns and understanding of games to coach younger players, and he emphasizes continuous learning and adapting as essential to effective coaching.
Kiprian Pacoski: From Athlete to Entrepreneur | Owner of Kip Grip Performance Grip Socks
Q: Talk to me about your background in athletics and how it led to Kip Grip.
Kip explains his long-term involvement in soccer and AFL, the competitive environment he grew up in, and how these experiences sparked his interest in creating gear that helps athletes perform while reducing injuries and discomfort.
John Damon | This Former Football Player Designs the Sickest Gyms on Earth
Q: What lessons have you learned from your life experiences in sports and business?
Recognizing patterns and solving problems are crucial for success; life is filled with problems that need to be addressed, and focusing on gratitude rather than obstacles enhances life quality.
Mike "The Marine" Richman: BKFC Wars, Fight Night Rituals, Cuts, Body Shots & Bouncing Back
Q: What advice would you give to aspiring fighters?
Richman emphasizes the importance of choosing a good gym, trusting coaches, and being patient in the journey of becoming a fighter.

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A sports-focused interview show that brings in athletes, coaches, and industry professionals to share personal journeys, mindset strategies, and practical lessons applicable beyond the field. Recurring themes include performance optimization, mental training, entrepreneurship in sports, NIL dynamics, and the business side of athletics, with episodes often connecting athletic discipline to everyday life and leadership. The format tends to blend storytelling with actionable takeaways, making it useful for listeners who want inspiration, tactical guidance, and a deeper understanding of how sports intersect with careers, media, and entrepreneurship.

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Recent guests on The Gametime Guru include:

1. Frank Foer
2. Will Dunkle
3. Kam Wheeler
4. Jamie McCreedy
5. Tom Cillo
6. Kiprian Pacoski
7. Brayden Durfee
8. Mike Richman

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