Real Talk for Sports Parents w/ Samantha Livingstone

Welcome to Real Talk for Sports Parents (RTSP), the podcast where we pull back the curtain on parenting in the world of sports. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist, wife of a coach, and mother of four female athletes, Samantha Livingstone, this show weaves together a mix of expert insights, real-life stories, and practical advice to help parents—of athletes of all ages—feel less alone and more connected to what truly matters in supporting their kids.RTSP is your go-to space for honest, no-holds-barred conversations that empower you to cut through the noise and navigate the chaos of parenting in the world of sports. Whether it's solo episodes with Sam, interviews with experts, coaches, fellow sport parents, or advice from current and former athletes, you'll find the resources you need to thrive on this journey.Take what resonates, leave the rest, and remember—you're not alone in this!

Real Talk for Sports Parents w/ Samantha Livingstone is a sports podcast hosted by Samantha Arsenault Livingstone, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Samantha Arsenault Livingstone hosts Real Talk for Sports Parents w/ Samantha Livingstone, a sports show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  Season One Finale: David Durand - The Brain Science Every Sports Parent Needs to Know

  May 1, 20261h 11mS1

  <p > Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast</p> <p > Hosted by Samantha Livingstone</p> <p >This episode marks the final episode of the season! I'm so grateful to each + every person who poured time, energy + heart into these conversations — and to each + every person who listened, shared, and took part in building this sacred container. </p> <p >As this season comes to a close, I'm pausing to practice what I teach — taking space to reflect, listen, and allow what's authentically aligned to emerge. Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of these conversations!!</p> <p > Ep. 26 - David Durand - Th...

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  Episode #25

  When the Heat Rises: Keeping Kids Safe in a Win-At-All-Costs Culture

  Apr 17, 20261h 5mS1

  <p > Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast</p> <p > Hosted by Samantha Livingstone</p> <p > </p> <p > Ep. 25 - When the Heat Rises: Keeping Kids Safe in a Win-At-All-Costs Culture</p> <p > </p> <p > In this episode, host Samantha Livingstone welcomes Melissa Fortenberry, a longtime competitor, mom of three, and former product leader at companies including Expedia, VRBO, and Philips, to discuss sports parenting, values, and athlete safety. Fortenberry describes growing up in Texas as an identical twin in a highly competitive sports family, becoming a four-year varsity soccer letterman, and carrying a "do your best" mindset into parenting, prioritizing...

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  Episode #24

  Coaching with Courage: Chris DeSantis on Parenting, Boundaries, and Positive Sports Culture

  Apr 3, 20261h 17mS1

  <p > Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast</p> <p > Hosted by Samantha Livingstone</p> <p > </p> <p > Ep. 24: Coaching with Courage:</p> <p > Chris DeSantis on Parenting, Boundaries, and Positive Sports Culture</p> <p > </p> <p > In this episode, host Samantha Livingstone welcomes coach, athlete, father, and Swim Brief Podcast host Chris DeSantis, the first athletic coach to earn an advanced degree in positive psychology from Penn's Master of Applied Positive Psychology program. Chris shares his upbringing in swimming, including nearly quitting after his first year until his mom showed him his progress, and how a coach at 14 changed his...

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  Episode #23

  Marc Rosenberg - The Culture of Play: How Parents and Coaches Shape Mental Health in Sports

  Mar 20, 20261h 6mS1

  <p > Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast</p> <p > Hosted by Samantha Livingstone</p> <p > </p> <p > Ep. 23 - Marc Rosenberg - The Culture of Play: How Parents and Coaches Shape Mental Health in Sports</p> <p > </p> <p > Host Samantha Livingstone introduces Marc Rosenberg, a licensed marriage and family therapist, board certified behavior analyst, mental performance coach, and founder of the T.H.R.I.V.E System, who supports athletes with anxiety, perfectionism, fear of failure, identity, and transitions while reconnecting them to joy and purpose. Marc shares his Southern California upbringing, early exploratory play, and hockey journey...

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  Episode #22

  How Asking Better Questions Builds Better Leaders and Parents with Jeff Raker

  Mar 6, 20261h 17mS1

  <p > Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast</p> <p > Hosted by Samantha Livingstone</p> <p > </p> <p > Ep. 22 - How Asking Better Questions Builds Better Leaders</p> <p > and Parents with Jeff Raker</p> <p > </p> <p > In this episode of the Real Talk for Sports Parents podcast, host Samantha Livingstone is joined by Jeff Raker, an executive leadership coach with extensive experience in both ministry and sports. The discussion covers essential topics such as effective parenting in the sports world, the importance of self-awareness and leadership development for athletes, and practical strategies for enhancing performance and emotional resilience. Jeff...

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