A podcast created by Ava Cooper, Miss South Carolina Volunteer 2026, where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they overcome challenges. The goal is to empower athletes beyond the podium.
Zoe is a great friend of mine from high school! She is on the USF dance team where she competes at a division 1 level! Zoe has gone through many injuries and triumphs and shares advice for those who may be going through a similar situation! Take a listen!
4 Sept 2025
Episode 7- Marissa Garrison
Today’s guest is someone who I’ve always looked up to in life, Marissa Garrison! Marissa has been a role model to me at my dance studio for many years and on this episode she shares how has conquered various trials throughout her dance career. Marissa is a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and currently works for Walt Disney World! Take a listen! 💜🎙️
11 Aug 2025
Episode 6- Payton Conroy
Today’s guest is my good friend, Payton Conroy! She is a junior at Michigan State University where she is a member of the Division 1 Softball team. Payton shares her story of resilience and how she handled her very intense concussion injury. Take a listen!
12 Jul 2025
Episode 5- Pamela Ann Pope
Today’s guest is my very good friend from Wofford Track and Field, Pamela Ann Pope! Pam is one of the very first people I met at Wofford so this interview was extra special to me. She is currently dealing with a bad foot injury and she discussed with us how she stays positive even when going through a very challenging situation. Thank you Pam!
1 Jul 2025
Episode 4- Dontavious Hill
Dontavious Hill, Team USA high jumper, shares his inspiring story of faith and resilience in an interview with the host.
14 Jun 2025
Episode 3- Alexis Willis
Host Mind Over Medal interviews Alexis Willis about overcoming mental challenges related to a recent injury, highlighting her inspirational approach to recovery.
26 May 2025
Episode 2- Sherika Christie
Host interviews Sherika Christie, Wofford College track athlete, about her athletic journey and personal inspiration, offering insights into collegiate sports and friendship.
11 May 2025
Episode 1- Charlie Sly
My first ever episode of my Mind Over Medal podcast where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they handle obstacles both physically and mentally in their sport. I am Miss Spartanburg Volunteer, Ava Cooper, and in this episode I am interviewing Gardner Webb University Wrestler, Charlie Sly!
Who has been a guest on Mind Over Medal
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Dontavious Hill
Alexis Willis
Sherika Christie
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
29
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 20 / 100
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Quality
2
Social presence
0
YouTube
63
Engagement
32
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