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Youth Inc.
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Youth sports in America are at a crossroads — and Greg Olsen is here to lead the conversation forward. As a former NFL All-Pro tight end, youth coach, and father of three, Greg brings unmatched passion and perspective to Youth Inc, the podcast redefining how we think about sports, parenting, and the next generation of athletes. Each week, Greg sits down with top athletes, coaches, scientists, ente... more

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This week: Greg recaps a trip to LA that somehow ended with a 5:30 AM workout alongside Christian McCaffrey. Then Daniel Jones joins the show to open up about life off the field and the cause closest to his heart. Plus, listener questions and the deb... more

Kerri Walsh Jennings is the most decorated beach volleyball player in history. Three Olympic gold medals, a decade alongside Misty May-Treanor, and a competitive fire she'll be the first to tell you made her insecure. In this episode, digital host Sh... more

Shelby Bumgarner sits down with US Women's Hockey gold medalists Hayley Scamurra and Kelly Pannek. They break down what winning gold was really like, growing up as female hockey players, playing multiple sports as kids, and whether young athletes sho... more

Bestselling author David Epstein joins Greg Olsen to discuss the science behind what actually drives long-term athletic development in young people. Drawing from his books The Sports Gene and Range — and previewing his upcoming release Inside the Box... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Jones
NFL quarterback and Mission 34 advocate
New York Giants (at time of interview)
Episode: Daniel Jones Interview , Working Out with Christian McCaffrey, and the Best Youth Sports Movies
Christian McCaffrey
Elite NFL player who led a two-hour personal workout for Greg Olsen's kids
San Francisco 49ers (at time of episode)
Episode: Daniel Jones Interview , Working Out with Christian McCaffrey, and the Best Youth Sports Movies
Kerri Walsh Jennings
Olympic beach volleyball player
Professional athlete
Episode: Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings on What it Actually Takes to Reach the Highest Level
Kelly Pannek
Member of USA Women's Hockey Team; youth hockey advocate
Minnesota Frost
Episode: US Women's Hockey Gold Medalists Talk Youth Sports & Growing Up on the Ice
Hayley Scamurra
Member of USA Women's Hockey Team; youth hockey advocate
New York-based player
Episode: US Women's Hockey Gold Medalists Talk Youth Sports & Growing Up on the Ice
David Epstein
Best-selling author of The Sports Gene, Range, Inside the Box
Harper|Portfolio (author)
Episode: "Range" Author David Epstein on Talent, Trainability, and Why Constraints Build Better Athletes
Michael Lewis
Best-selling author known for books like Moneyball, Blind Side, and Going Infinite.
Episode: Moneyball Author Michael Lewis on the Broken Business of Youth Sports
Jim Craig
Member of the 1980 Miracle on Ice Olympic Hockey team
Episode: Miracle on Ice Goalie Jim Craig on What USA Hockey Needs to Win Gold
John O'Sullivan
Author and expert in youth sports.
Episode: Greg Olsen & John O’Sullivan on Raising the Standard in Youth Sports | Youth Inc.

Host

Greg Olsen
Host of Youth Inc.; former NFL All-Pro tight end; focuses on youth sports, coaching, and parenting topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 403 ratings
  • True Development

    One of the most informative youth sports podcasts. The conversations are real and focused on developing young athletes into people first, with both short term and long term growth in mind. Parents and coaches should listen.

    Mike Hartman

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mikehartman
    United States22 days ago
  • Listen to some pro athletes tell you how they know how to make your kid a youth sports star & how the only person holding your kid back from future stardom is you. This stuff was discredited decades ago.

    A bit alarming how good the reviews are.

    Signed, youth sports coach

    Podcast Addict
    1
    dlob
    2 months ago
  • Good info

    Really great information. Sound mix for the podcasts is terrible. Very uneven and I find myself raising and lowering the volume throughout.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MarSea32
    United States6 months ago
  • Father of 3 Sons / 3 Sport Athletes

    Thanks Greg for this info. Great insight and information on navigating the physical/mental aspects of raising kids in sports. It can be difficult for all involved within the family. Also, lifelong Panther fan raising my boys as Cat’s fans here in TN. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wsp74
    United States2 years ago
  • Spread The Word!!!

    Unbelievable podcast. As a former D1 hockey player, father, coach and fam of sport I am trying to answer these same questions. I think all parents of athletes need this.

    PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE KEEP THIS GOING!!

    I have shared this with everyone I know in athletics. You have the platform to get intriguing guests and you have a great gift for asking insightful questions. I would help in any way I can just to get this Pod going again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chief guy 47
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Informative and development-focused; parents and coaches should listen.
Shows strong lineup of guests and practical insights.
Relatable, relatable host with authentic storytelling and useful takeaways.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings on What it Actually Takes to Reach the Highest Level
Q: What moment showed for women in sports that you could balance a demanding athletic career with motherhood?
Her London 2012 pregnancy demonstrated that high-level competition and motherhood can coexist when there is strong support, and it inspired other athletes to pursue goals without sacrificing family.
Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings on What it Actually Takes to Reach the Highest Level
Q: What did you learn about fear and pressure at a young age and how did you cope with it on the biggest stages?
She maintains butterflies are natural, uses breathwork and journaling, and relies on a supportive team and inner focus to manage pressure while staying connected to her love of the game.
Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings on What it Actually Takes to Reach the Highest Level
Q: Did the way that your parents parented you impact the way that you parent your kids?
Yes, she learned to value compassion and resilience from her parents, balancing encouragement with accountability and modeling a strong work ethic, which she now applies to her own children.
"Range" Author David Epstein on Talent, Trainability, and Why Constraints Build Better Athletes
Q: What is Inside the Box about, and how does it complement Range?
Inside the Box argues that after acquiring a broad toolbox, we should use limits and boundaries to focus talents, contrasting with Range's emphasis on breadth and generalist development.
"Range" Author David Epstein on Talent, Trainability, and Why Constraints Build Better Athletes
Q: What practical steps can parents take to foster long-term development without over-pressuring their kids?
Encourage diverse, low-pressure exploration early on, build reflective practices, delay extreme specialization, and use environment constraints to promote experimentation and self-discovery.

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This show centers on youth sports in America, examining development, coaching culture, parental involvement, and the broader system shaping young athletes. Episodes frequently explore how to keep sports enjoyable while pursuing long-term growth, the impact of early specialization, mentorship, and equity, with guests ranging from Olympic athletes and coaches to authors and sports thinkers. A standout element is the recurring emphasis on balancing competition with child development, and featuring voices that push for practical, evidence-based insights for parents, coaches, and communities.

Noteworthy is the hosts' willingness to tackle controversial topics—such as the role of female coaches, the pressures of college admissions tied to athlet... more

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Recent guests on Youth Inc. include:

1. Daniel Jones
2. Christian McCaffrey
3. Kerri Walsh Jennings
4. Kelly Pannek
5. Hayley Scamurra
6. David Epstein
7. Michael Lewis
8. Jim Craig

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