Spidcast - The Spid Werkz Podcast

The Spidcast, presented by the Spid Werkz Foundation, is your all-access pass to the world of elite athletics. Our foundation is dedicated to advancing U.S.-based Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls, and this podcast is where their incredible stories come to life. Our hosts from the Spid Werkz Board of Directors and Spid Werkz community pull back the curtain on the triumphs and challenges of world-class competitors. We discuss sustainable athletic development, the importance of community in individual sports, and how our athletes embody the core values of high performance and camaraderie.

Spidcast - The Spid Werkz Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 0 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.

Unknown Host hosts Spidcast - The Spid Werkz Podcast, a sports show with 0 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Episode #7

  One Gear, Home Turf, and National Glory with Abi Snyder - Spidcast S1E7

  Aug 22, 202658 minS1

  <p>Join us as we chat with Abi Snyder, a national champion cyclist, data scientist, and coach, about her journey in mountain biking, training strategies, and empowering women in the sport. Discover insights into race preparation, balancing disciplines, and overcoming mental barriers.</p><p>Highlights!</p>Abi Snyder’s background and achievementsDifferences between mountain bike disciplinesTraining strategies for endurance and skillsBalancing multiple roles and commitmentsOvercoming mental barriers and building confidenceThe importance of race recon and course familiarityEmpowering women in mountain bikingAbi Snyder’s upcoming races and projects<p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Background</p><p>02:00 Abi...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #6

  NCAA Rowing National Titles to LA 2028 with Sue Holderness - Spidcast S1E6

  Jul 30, 202646 minS1

  <p>What happens when you transition from the ultimate collegiate glory at the University of Texas to the raw, unfunded reality of the Olympic pipeline? In this episode of the Spidcast, hosts Peter Swiek and Stephen Schaefer sit down with 2x NCAA Champion and Spid Werkz Z6 athlete Sue Holderness. </p><p>Sue opens up about her journey from high school soccer to rowing at Texas, her training at the Green Racing Project in Craftsbury, Vermont, and the hidden financial costs that elite self-funded athletes face. We dive into how she balances 3-hour daily cardio loads and heavy lifting with...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #5

  The Active Grind: From College to U23 to the Senior Circuit with Paige Wheeler - Spidcast S1 E5

  Jul 25, 202658 minS1

  <p>Most athletes thrive on chaos—Paige Wheeler shares the wildest race story from Europe, flipping her boat after hitting weeds in Amsterdam and then hopping back in to finish strong. How do you perform under pressure when everything goes sideways? This episode reveals the mindset and tactics that turn setbacks into stunning comebacks, from elite rowing in Vermont to high-stakes international races.Discover the behind-the-scenes of Green Racing Project, a hub for multi-sport athletes training amidst Vermont’s wilderness. Paige breaks down her multi-year journey from high school ice hockey to racing in Europe, emphasizing how a holistic, environment-based trai...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #4

  Life After the Whistle: Mentoring the Next Gen with Todd Cochran S1E4 Spidcast

  Jul 18, 20261h 5mS1

  <p>High performance doesn't end when you leave the field. In this episode of the Spidcast, Peter Swiek and Stephen Schaefer sit down with Georgetown Lacrosse legend and athlete mentor Todd Cochran to trace the high-stakes pipeline running from Division I athletics straight to the executive boardroom.</p><p>In this episode, we unpack:</p><p>The Youth Foundation: Why early and collegiate sports involvement develops critical professional traits that a traditional classroom simply cannot replicate.</p><p>The Executive Secret Sauce: The unique value proposition of hiring former athletes, from their elite team execution to their innate ability to...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #3

  Making a Sport Psychology Business with Dr. Erin Ayala (Skadi Sport Psychology) S1E3 Spidcast

  May 7, 20261h 12mS1

  <p>Most entrepreneurs kill their growth by playing it safe — but Erin Ayala’s bold pivot from academia to building Skadi Sport Psychology reveals how embracing risk and authenticity catapulted her into national recognition. Discover the unfiltered journey of a former PhD who turned her passion for sports psychology into a mission-driven practice serving overlooked athletes.In this episode, Erin shares how her background in counseling psychology, combined with her love for endurance sports, inspired her to create a community-focused brand that champions inclusivity and authenticity. You'll uncover her strategic approach to branding through genuine relationships, data-driven marketing, and a deep...

  ListenShow Notes

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.