Episodes

  • Best of 2025

    Best of 2025
    Dec 23 2025
    A look back on Pin It Forward's first year! Use Code FORWARD to save 15% on Defense Soap Orders: ⁠https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Lee Roper On The Pursuit of Winning

    Lee Roper On The Pursuit of Winning
    Dec 16 2025
    Cowboys RTC coach Lee Roper join Fred and Brandon to discuss the pursuit and power of winning, outlining what it takes to become an elite wrestler for both the parents and athletes. Roper, a former University of Northern Iowa coach, details the desired gains at youth, middle school and high school levels. And Coach Roper also gives us all something to ponder when we cite "crazy parents" at tournaments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Coleman Scott Debates Accountability vs. Crazy Parenting in Wrestling

    Coleman Scott Debates Accountability vs. Crazy Parenting in Wrestling
    Dec 9 2025
    In an electrifying episode that begins with a hypo ethical food journey toMexico, Coleman Scott returns to the show to discuss accountability for your kids vs. being a crazy parent. Is it a fine line? Use Code FORWARD to save 15% on Defense Soap Orders: ⁠https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Popularity in Mexico 03:38 The Culinary Delights of Mexico 06:43 Wrestling Clinics and Youth Development 09:38 Insights from the Tulsa Kickoff Tournament 12:26 Parenting Styles in Youth Sports 15:33 Accountability vs. Crazy Parenting 18:37 Balancing Discipline and Enjoyment in Sports 25:09 Understanding Burnout in Sports 26:41 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports 29:26 The Importance of Post-Match Conversations 31:02 The Pressure of Competition and Financial Investment 33:19 Wrestling as a Life Preparation Tool 34:40 The Mental Toughness of Wrestlers 38:46 Tailoring Coaching to Individual Needs 43:29 Life Beyond Wrestling: Building Better Humans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • How To Teach Kids Wrestling Techniques At Home

    How To Teach Kids Wrestling Techniques At Home
    Dec 2 2025
    Fred and Brandon discuss cool ways to teach kids technique at home. Just don't do these in restaurants. That will get you in trouble. Just ask Fred. Use Code FORWARD to save 15% on Defense Soap Orders: https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Thanksgiving: Food and Discipline in Wrestling

    Thanksgiving: Food and Discipline in Wrestling
    Nov 25 2025
    In this short episode, Dr. Brandon Mason and Fred Minnick share a few wrestling memories from past Thanksgivings. Mason, a former All American at Oklahoma State, has some advice for wrestlers chowing down this Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Emotional Resiliency: Joey McKenna Shares His Childhood Wrestling Routine

    Emotional Resiliency: Joey McKenna Shares His Childhood Wrestling Routine
    Nov 18 2025
    World Team member, PanAm champion and 3X NCAA All American Joey McKenna joins Fred and Brandon to share the story of how he became known as "Joey Bag of Donuts," his famous pull up bar and how his youth lessons still help him today. Support our Sponsor, Defense Soap. Get 15% off any purchase with the coupon code FORWARD. https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Coleman Scott Returns to Discuss Fear of Failure

    Coleman Scott Returns to Discuss Fear of Failure
    Nov 11 2025
    All athletes face failure and adversity. This week, Brandon and Fred visit with their first returning guest--NCAA Champ and Olympic Bronze Medalist Coleman Scott--to discuss coping with fear, failure and how his preparation prepares athletes for the biggest stages. Support our Sponsor, Defense Soap. Get 15% off any purchase with the coupon code FORWARD. https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Talking 'Ws' with Bellarmine Head Coach Ned Shuck

    Talking 'Ws' with Bellarmine Head Coach Ned Shuck
    Nov 4 2025
    With Fred and Brandon, Bellarmine Head Coach Ned Shuck explores the significance of encouragement, the role of parents, and the emotional impact of competition on young athletes. Shuck shares insights on coaching styles, youth development, and the recruiting process, highlighting the need for a supportive environment that nurtures a love for the sport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Wrestling Community and Coaches 02:39 Building a Positive Youth Wrestling Culture 05:42 The Importance of Encouragement in Youth Sports 08:15 Coaching Styles and Youth Development 11:00 The Role of Parents in Youth Wrestling 13:51 Focusing on Effort Over Wins and Losses 16:20 The Emotional Impact of Competition on Kids 19:22 Recruiting and Parental Influence in Wrestling 22:12 Advice for Young Wrestlers and Their Parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins