ExpandAbilities MEETS
Claim This Podcastby Alex Dolgner & Robert Harris
Podcast Overview
<p>ExpandAbilities MEETS, the flagship podcast for the ExpandAbilities brand, focuses on the mental, emotional, and human side of athletics. Hosted by coaches Alex and Rob, the show explores the struggles, habits, conversations, and real-life experiences that shape athletes, coaches, and educators on and off the field.</p><p>Each episode addresses topics often left unspoken in sports, including mental health, identity, pressure, transition, leadership, relationships, adversity, and personal growth. Through honest dialogue, current events, and lived coaching experiences, Alex and Rob create a space for reflection, learning, and growth.</p><p>The goal of ExpandAbilities MEETS is simple: to help people navigate the challenges of sport and life without losing themselves in the process. The podcast emphasizes connection, communication, and healthy ways to handle adversity, reminding listeners that success is about more than wins and losses—it’s about becoming stronger people through sport.</p>
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10/26/2025
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Recent Episodes
April 10, 2026
Session 17 --- Burnout in Athletics and Beyond
<p>In this episode of ExpandAbilities MEETS, the hosts dive into the reality of burnout—how it develops in high school sports and carries into life beyond the game.</p><p>They explore how pressure, lack of playing time, and year-round specialization can turn a passion into stress, leading athletes to feel disconnected from something they once loved. Through personal experiences, they highlight the importance of mentorship, honest conversations, and recognizing when it’s time to reset.</p><p>More than just a sports issue, burnout impacts school, work, and everyday life. This episode emphasizes the need for mental health awareness, rest, and building an identity beyond athletics.</p><p>A conversation about protecting your passion, prioritizing your well-being, and understanding who you are beyond the game.</p>
March 26, 2026
Session 16 --- Motivation, Mindset, and Building a Winning Culture
<p>In this episode of ExpandAbilities MEETS, the Alex and Rob return from a brief hiatus to share updates from their work in athletics and education. Rob recaps a successful wrestling season with multiple state qualifiers and champions, while Alex discusses his role in education, including an SEL class that uses silent media to help students better understand body language and emotions. </p><p>The conversation centers on motivation in athletics, emphasizing mindset, effort, and the importance of strong coach-athlete relationships. The hosts also explore building a unified program culture, highlighting the need for clear expectations and consistency from youth to high school levels. </p><p>They close by discussing the evolving landscape of college athletics, including the impact of the transfer portal and NIL, and encourage listeners to reflect on their own motivations while supporting the ExpandAbilities mission.</p>
February 10, 2026
Session 15 --- When Quitting Becomes the Easy Option
<p>In this episode of ExpandAbilities MEETS, Alex and Rob dive into the topic of quitting—what it looks like in sports, why it happens, and how it shows up beyond the mat and the field. Using a recent wrestling tournament experience as a starting point, the conversation explores how frustration, fatigue, and mindset can cause athletes to mentally check out when things get hard. </p><p>The discussion expands into today’s culture of specialization, the decline of multi-sport athletes, and whether quitting has become an easier option when challenges arise. Alex and Rob also examine the ripple effect quitting can create in careers, relationships, and long-term commitment. </p><p>The episode closes by highlighting the critical role coaches play in preventing quitting by building strong culture, fostering connection, and helping athletes feel valued regardless of results. </p><p>🎙 ExpandAbilities MEETS </p><p>💬 Join the MEETS Collective | $5/month </p><p>🌐 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://expandabilities.com">expandabilities.com</a> </p><p>📩 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:info@expandabilities.com">info@expandabilities.com</a></p>
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- What is ExpandAbilities MEETS?
<p>ExpandAbilities MEETS, the flagship podcast for the ExpandAbilities brand, focuses on the mental, emotional, and human side of athletics. Hosted by coaches Alex and Rob, the show explores the struggles, habits, conversations, and real-life experiences that shape athletes, coaches, and educators on and off the field.</p><p>Each episode addresses topics often left unspoken in sports, including mental health, identity, pressure, transition, leadership, relationships, adversity, and personal growth. Through honest dialogue, current events, and lived coaching experiences, Alex and Rob create a space for reflection, learning, and growth.</p><p>The goal of ExpandAbilities MEETS is simple: to help people navigate the challenges of sport and life without losing themselves in the process. The podcast emphasizes connection, communication, and healthy ways to handle adversity, reminding listeners that success is about more than wins and losses—it’s about becoming stronger people through sport.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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