DrSwATCast

About DrSwATCast

Sports medicine SwAT style. SwATCast is a podcast featuring relevant sports medicine topics from Dr Aaron Swain. Dr Swain is a doctor of athletic training in Western KY. This podcast is to speak about topics and trends in Sports medicine, locally and worldwide. Blending expert commentary with opinion and banter on a wide array of topics in Sports and sports medicine. Featuring interviews with athletes, parents, doctors and other experts as well and answering questions about injury diagnosis, to mental health, to rehabilitation.

Publisher

Dr Aaron Swain, MS, LAT, ATC

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jun 2025

Latest episode

18 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

8 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Aug 2025

   SwATCast E:7 Inside the Golf Swing

   This is an exciting episode where we talk to Matt Scott, PT, DPT, OCS and owner of Pure Drive. Matt is a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 2 Medical physical therapist. His passion is golf and its also his business. We dive deep into what the TPI training means and how he uses 3D technology and AI to break down swing mechanics and movement patterns to train your body to maximize your power and potential. Not limited to injury prevention, but focusing on power production to hit the ball longer and straighter. We also get some insight on Matt's favorite courses ever, as well as his favorite KY courses. We even get his insight as to what his dream foursome to play a round with would be.

2. 

   21 Jul 2025

   Clearing the Fog: What Parents, Coaches, and Parents Need to Know about Concussions

   I am so excited to present this Episode of SwATCast we welcome special guest Dr. Kyle Parish to talk about all things concussions. We talk about Red Flag symptoms as well as common signs and symptoms to look for. We also talk about how we manage concussions as well as what to expect in a return to play protocol. We debunk some common myths concerning concussions as well as some some misconceptions with special equipment. Dr Parish also gives great insight to the future of what concussion diagnostic tools may look like.

3. 

   8 Jul 2025

   SwATCast S1:E5 Undersized to Undeniable! Claire Johnson talks about her growth physically as well as Mentally in her Journey to the Big 10 Nebraska Cornhuskers

   Basketball player Claire Johnson discusses her physical and mental growth, from being an undersized player to playing for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, in an interview on her journey.

4. 

   4 Jul 2025

   SwATCast E:4B Conclusion of the Heart Wrenching Struggles that come with Athletic Injuries and How a Mother and Daughter battle them Together

   Addison shares her journey of overcoming athletic injuries and mental health struggles, highlighting the support and victories found with her mother, in this interview episode.

5. 

   3 Jul 2025

   SwATCast E:4A The Heart Wrenching Struggles that come with Athletic Injuries and How a Mother and Daughter Battle Together

   Addison Widelski and Kacie Gill share their experiences with the emotional and mental challenges of athletic injuries, highlighting their resilience and determination to overcome obstacles in this interview.

6. 

   26 Jun 2025

   Dead Period Decoded

   Athletic Trainer Quincy Powell and Coach Zach Self discuss managing expectations for athletes, parents, and coaches during the high school sports dead period in this interview.

7. 

   17 Jun 2025

   SwATCast E:2 Grit, Sacrifice, and Making the Most of a Tough Situation

   Skylar Waller shares her inspiring story of grit and sacrifice, detailing how she overcame multiple injuries and personal loss to lead her team to success in an interview.

8. 

   10 Jun 2025

   SwATCast Episode 1: How to Talk to Teens about Mental Health. With Special Guests Kayla Powell, LCSW and Jacob Simmons, MA, BA

   Dr. Swain initiates an open dialogue on adolescent mental health, as Kayla Powell, LCSW, and Jacob Simmons, MA, BA, discuss emotional challenges teens encounter, emphasizing the importance of seeking help in schools; this is an interview.

Who has been a guest on DrSwATCast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Addison
• Addison's mother
• Addison Widelski
• Kacie Gill
• Quincy Powell

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

331

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

26

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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