What does it take to build a winning culture that lasts?

In this episode of Coach Talk, Coach Pierre sits down with veteran educator and multi-sport coach Nathan Rothdiener, who brings over 20 years of coaching and teaching experience to the conversation.

From leading girls tennis and basketball programs to shaping student-athletes in the classroom, Coach Rothdiener shares the leadership principles, motivational strategies, and life lessons that define successful teams. The discussion explores how coaching has evolved over the past two decades, what today’s athletes need most, and why effort, discipline, and character still outweigh the scoreboard.

Nathan also discusses his passion for the Denver Broncos, how his fandom began, and whether championship-level organizations influence the way he builds culture within his own teams.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, educator, or sports fan, this episode delivers valuable insight on leadership, resilience, and creating environments where athletes — and people — can thrive.

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pierres-coach-talk/id1873077268

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ErJ9L5pdw2zP1vL1GmtvK

Medium: https://medium.com/@AlainJPierre

Last Word On Sports: https://lastwordonsports.com/nfl/author/alainpierre/

X: https://x.com/CoachAPierre

Join the Sports In Laws as we break down Super Bowl LX 2026, where the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 in a defense-first championship performance. We analyze the key turnovers, coaching adjustments, and what this win means for Seattle moving forward — plus thoughts on the headline-grabbing Bad Bunny halftime show.

Then we shift to baseball as the 2026 MLB season officially begins. We discuss Opening Day storylines, early scheduling history, spring training takeaways, division outlooks, and bold predictions for the 162-game grind ahead.

From Lombardi Trophy reactions to MLB season expectations — football and baseball collide in one episode.

🏈 Seahawks vs Patriots Breakdown ⚾ MLB Opening Day 2026 Preview 🔥 Bold Takes & Predictions 🎙️ Weekly Sports Debate

Follow the show and share with your fellow sports fans.

Michael Scott joins Fan Talk to talk Chicago Bears fandom, heartbreak, hope — and pizza.

Michael is the owner of Barges Pizza in Bolivar, Missouri, a local favorite that has quickly become a true community staple. We open the conversation by discussing how Barges Pizza came to be, the love the Bolivar community has shown, what exciting additions are coming next, and where Michael sees the business in five years.

Then we dive into decades of Bears football:

• How Michael became a Chicago Bears fan • His earliest memories of the legendary 1985 Bears • The pain of quarterback instability and organizational inconsistency • Why the Packers rivalry runs deep • The Super Bowl loss that still hurts • Caleb Williams and what he represents for the future • Concerns about coaching turnover and franchise direction • The possibility of a stadium move and what that means for identity

We close with Quick Hitters — one-word Bears takes you won’t want to miss.

This episode is about loyalty, community, resilience, and what it means to stick with your team through the highs and lows.

📍 Support Barges Pizza – Bolivar, Missouri Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bargespizza

Follow Coach Pierre: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pierres-coach-talk/id1873077268 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ErJ9L5pdw2zP1vL1GmtvK Medium: https://medium.com/@AlainJPierre Last Word on Sports: https://lastwordonsports.com/nfl/author/alainpierre/ X: https://x.com/CoachAPierre

If you enjoyed the episode, leave a rating and share it with a fellow Bears fan.

Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams, NFL podcast, Bears fandom, 1985 Bears, Packers rivalry, NFL quarterback development, sports podcast interview, small business spotlight, Missouri podcast, Bolivar Missouri, football culture, Monsters of the Midway, Bears offseason, community business