What if your next workout did more than improve your physical health—what if it shaped your character? Join Dr. Matt Barker for this episode, as he sits down with Freed-Hardeman Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Certified Fitness Trainer, Mr. Maurice Williams, to explore how physical fitness can do more than just improve your health—it can forge discipline, resilience, integrity, and mental toughness. Throughout the episode, we discuss the powerful connection between pushing your limits in the gym and growing stronger in life’s challenges. From overcoming adversity to developing consistent habits, discover how training your body can also train your values.

Behind every successful sports program is an Athletic Director who knows how to lead leaders. In this episode, Dr. Matt Barker sits down with Freed-Hardeman Athletic Director, Jonathan Estes, to explore what it really takes to inspire and unify a team of coaches. How do you build a culture where accountability thrives, egos shrink, and coaches feel seen, supported, and challenged? Throughout this episode we will explore how Athletic Directors can cultivate a unified culture across an entire coaching staff and what strategies build trust, accountability, and long-term buy-in.

What happens when the roar of the crowd meets the still, small voice of faith? Join Dr. Matt Barker for this episode, as he sits down with Assistant Dean of Emerging and Innovative Programs at Freed-Hardeman, Dr. Jared Gott, to explore the powerful intersection of faith and competition. How can athletes stay grounded in their beliefs while chasing victory in a high-stakes world? Throughout the episode, we explore the challenges Christian competitors face—from pressure, pride, and performance to handling defeat with grace. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or fan, this episode unpacks what it means to compete with integrity, lead with humility, and reflect Christ in every game.