Some coaches train bodies.
The best ones understand the brain.

In Episode #31 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Jose Licon, a 6th Grade Math Teacher, Offensive Coordinator, and Head Baseball Coach, who brings a unique edge to coaching through his Masters in Education in Neuroscience and Trauma.

Coach Lecone is not just coaching plays—he is coaching people.

With a deep understanding of how trauma, sleep, and learning impact performance, he brings a perspective that most athletes never experience. He recognizes something powerful: every student has a story, and every brain is wired differently.

This episode goes deeper than strategy.

It is a conversation about:

• How trauma impacts focus, behavior, and performance
• Why sleep is one of the most overlooked performance tools
• Coaching athletes through understanding, not assumptions
• Building trust with athletes from different backgrounds
• Creating environments where athletes can actually learn and grow

Coach Licon also shares his journey as a first-generation student born in Chihuahua, Mexico, and how his experiences shaped the way he leads, teaches, and connects.

You will hear why:

• Understanding the brain changes how you coach effort
• Empathy and standards can coexist at a high level
• The best coaches adapt to the athlete, not the other way around
• Development starts with awareness, not just repetition

If you did start approaching training, academics, and development with a deeper understanding of how your athlete thinks, learns, and responds, you would see a completely different level of growth.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast — where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Some coaches chase talent.
Great coaches build standards.

In Episode #30 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Niki Wallace, Head Volleyball Coach and Head Softball Coach, for a powerful conversation on what it means to lead with clarity, consistency, and conviction.

Coach Wallace brings a standard that immediately separates her: student first, athlete second. For her, academics are not optional, effort is not negotiable, and integrity is not something you turn on only when people are watching. That kind of leadership does more than build teams. It builds people.

This episode goes deeper than sports.

It is a conversation about:

• Holding athletes accountable without losing connection
• Building confidence through structure and communication
• Teaching players how to reflect, respond, and improve
• Creating a culture where respect, honesty, and teamwork matter daily
• Leading young athletes to compete hard while staying grounded in purpose

Coach Wallace opens up about the principles that define her leadership: integrity, honesty, hard work, teamwork, respect, and clear communication. She also shares the mindset she wants every athlete to carry with them: Do your job. Have fun. Never give up.

You will hear why:

• Standards create freedom
• Reflection creates growth
• Communication builds trust
• Real development starts long before game day

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes who want to become more disciplined and dependable
• Parents looking for environments that develop the whole athlete
• Coaches committed to building culture, not just collecting wins
• Families who know success in sports starts with structure, habits, and support

Isn’t it interesting how the athletes who grow the most are usually the ones who learn to handle the small things with discipline first?

If you did build stronger habits, clearer routines, and a better plan around academics, mindset, and performance, everything about your athlete’s future could shift.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast — where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Every successful program has a playbook.

But the programs that truly transform lives are built on something deeper.

Standards. Relationships. Consistency.

In Episode #27 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Christian Rago, an Advanced Fitness Instructor, Head Football Coach, and Assistant Athletic Director who has spent years developing athletes through both discipline and connection.

Coach Rago believes leadership begins with a simple principle.

Do the right thing and treat everyone with dignity and respect.

These are not just words posted in a locker room.

They are standards he works to live by every single day.

For Coach Rago, consistency is not something you achieve once.

It is something you practice every day.

Throughout his coaching journey across multiple levels and working with players from many different backgrounds, Christian has experienced the evolution that many great leaders go through.

Early in his career, like many young coaches, he focused heavily on schemes, playbooks, and strategy.

Offenses.
Defenses.
Game plans.

But experience and reflection eventually revealed something more important.

Relationships matter more than schemes.

Today Coach Rago considers himself a players coach.

A leader who builds strong relationships with athletes on and off the field while still holding them to a high standard of discipline, accountability, and doing things the right way.

His athletes know two things.

They will be held accountable.

But they will also always be respected.

And they always know the door to his office is open to talk about life.

In this episode Coach Randy and Coach Rago explore

• The power of consistency in leadership
• Why dignity and respect are the foundation of great programs
• The evolution every coach experiences throughout their career
• How strong relationships create stronger teams
• Why leaders must slow down and appreciate the small moments that lead to bigger successes

Coach Rago leaves listeners with a message that resonates far beyond football.

Take a step back and enjoy the small moments.

Because those small moments are often the ones that build the biggest victories in life.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Some coaches focus on wins.

Some coaches focus on talent.

But the coaches who truly change lives focus on something deeper—standards.

In Episode #26 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Brian Coyle, Head Girls Basketball Coach at Our Lady of Mercy Academy High School, to unpack the leadership mindset that has shaped his 30-year coaching career.

At the center of Coach Coyle’s philosophy is one word:

TUFF.

For his program, TUFF means:

Tenacious.
Unified.
Fearless.
Faithful.

These aren’t just words printed on a locker room wall. They’re daily expectations that guide how players show up on the court, in the classroom, and in life.

But Coach Coyle’s story runs even deeper than basketball.

Raised by two loving parents who modeled perseverance, discipline, and service, Brian’s journey into teaching and coaching was inspired by his father—a teacher and head basketball coach for more than 33 years.

Following in his father’s footsteps wasn’t just a career path.

It became a full-circle moment when his father eventually joined his staff as an assistant coach—an experience Brian treasures deeply.

And this year, that legacy expanded again when his son joined the coaching staff, making three generations connected through basketball, leadership, and mentorship.

But the strength behind Brian’s leadership was also shaped by adversity.

During his high school and college years, his mother battled breast cancer for 16 years before passing away. Watching her fight with courage, resilience, and faith taught him the meaning of toughness in its purest form.

Those lessons shaped everything about how he leads today.

Not just toughness on the court—but toughness in life.

In this episode, Coach Coyle shares:

• Why caring about players is the foundation of leadership
• How toughness is developed through adversity and accountability
• The role family legacy plays in shaping coaches and educators
• Why reflection is a critical habit for leaders and athletes
• How to leave every program, player, and environment better than you found it

This conversation reminds us that great coaches don’t just teach plays.

They teach perspective.
They teach resilience.
They teach purpose.

And when leaders combine toughness with genuine care, they build something far more powerful than a winning season—they build people.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Some people coach for wins.
Some people teach for a paycheck.

And then there are people like Billy Elisha Smith—leaders who see every practice, every classroom, every conversation, and every challenge as an opportunity to build lives.

In Episode #25 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Billy Elisha Smith, a man who wears multiple hats with clarity and conviction: head varsity girls basketball coach, head varsity boys baseball coach, chapel coordinator, and junior/senior Bible teacher.

But titles only tell part of the story.

Billy is a builder of culture. A leader shaped by faith. A mentor committed to excellence over mediocrity. He lives with a clear order in his life—God first, wife second, family third, and teaching and coaching fourth—and that alignment shows up in the way he leads young people with strength, patience, energy, and self-control.

This conversation goes deeper than sports.

It’s about:
• Leading with purpose instead of drifting through life
• Setting high standards in a world that rewards “good enough”
• Helping the next generation build character before status
• Processing pain, adversity, and loss without losing your foundation
• Creating consistency across faith, family, teaching, and coaching

Billy opens up about 14 to 15 years of coaching experience, 17 years of investing in teenagers, and the painful lessons that shaped him through grief, setbacks, disappointment, and perspective. From losing his sister to COVID to navigating seasons of competitive highs and difficult lows, he shares how adversity doesn’t have to break a leader—it can refine one.

You’ll hear why:
• Purpose gives pressure a place to go
• High standards are an act of love, not control
• The strongest leaders stay grounded when life gets heavy

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes who want to build discipline and identity
• Parents who want their children around the right voices and values
• Coaches and educators who know leadership goes beyond performance
• Anyone trying to lead with consistency, faith, and conviction in a distracted world

Billy leaves listeners with a message that hits deep:

Live on purpose.
Invest in others.
Lead with high standards for others to follow.

And isn’t it interesting how the leaders who make the biggest difference are usually the ones who stay anchored, stay humble, and keep showing up when life gets hard?

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Some coaches teach the game.
The rare ones teach you how to carry yourself when life stops going your way.

In Episode #24 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with John Dougherty, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Bishop Shanahan, to talk about the kind of leadership that stays with athletes long after the final buzzer sounds.

Coach Dougherty has coached for more than 30 years, and what stands out most is not just longevity—it’s perspective. He’s not consumed by the spotlight, the noise, or making the game about himself. His heart is in helping players respond to adversity, grow through pressure, and become strong, grounded young adults who know how to handle real life with maturity and discipline. That philosophy comes straight through in this conversation.

This episode goes deeper than basketball.

It’s a conversation about:
• Leading young people through hard moments, not just big moments
• Building trust with players and families through honesty, fairness, and respect
• Keeping the focus on the athletes instead of the ego of the coach
• Teaching life readiness through daily standards and emotional discipline
• Creating a program culture that players still want to stay connected to years later

Coach Dougherty shares why difficult moments often become defining moments, why coaching should always point back to the players, and how a steady presence can shape a team far beyond wins and losses.

You’ll hear why:
• Adversity is not the enemy—it’s often the teacher
• Real coaching is support, not self-promotion
• Strong culture is built through consistency, communication, and care
• Athletes grow faster when they have structure, direction, and people who truly believe in them

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes learning how to respond under pressure
• Parents looking for leadership that values development over hype
• Coaches who want to build people, not just programs
• Families trying to find clarity, confidence, and direction for the road ahead

There’s something powerful about a coach who never forgets the human side of the game. And in this episode, Coach Dougherty reminds us that success is not only about performance—it’s about who you become while fighting through the process.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Winning teams aren’t built when things are easy.
They’re revealed when adversity shows up.

In Episode #23 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Marcus Miller, Head Coach of Hillcrest Boys Soccer, for a powerful conversation about leadership, consistency, and the kind of culture that helps young men grow through pressure instead of folding under it.

Coach Marcus leads with clarity.
He teaches habits.
He builds trust.

And he understands that the strongest teams are not just talented—they’re connected, prepared, and committed to doing the little things right.

This episode goes beyond the scoreboard.

It’s a conversation about:
• Building habits of consistency and preparation
• Leading athletes through adversity with stability and purpose
• Creating a team culture where players compete hard and still support each other
• Teaching young men how to think, decide, and respond under pressure
• Communicating openly so leadership becomes something players can live out, not just hear about

Coach Marcus shares how his leadership is shaped by honest communication, daily standards, and the belief that difficult seasons can become defining seasons when athletes lean into the habits they’ve built.

You’ll hear why:
• Consistency is a competitive advantage
• Adversity exposes what preparation has built
• Strong culture allows athletes to grow without losing connection
• Decision-making must be trained before game day
• The right habits can shape performance in sport, school, and life

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes who want to become more disciplined and dependable
• Parents looking for the kind of coaching that develops character, not just results
• Coaches building culture in competitive environments
• Families who understand that real development takes guidance, systems, and intentional leadership

Marcus Miller brings a steady, grounded, and powerful message: when hard times come, that is not the moment to panic—it is the moment to lean into what you trained for.

This is one of those conversations that makes you think bigger about development.

Not just how to win.
But how to build the kind of athlete—and young person—who can handle what winning requires.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—
where we don’t just talk about success…
we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Competition teaches lessons textbooks never could.

Discipline.
Respect.
Self-awareness.

But what happens when you combine those lessons with an educational philosophy built on curiosity, independence, and discovery?

In Episode #22 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Nicolas Lepine, Athletic Director, Physical Education instructor, and creator of Montessori Physical Education, to explore how athletics can become a powerful extension of the classroom.

For close to two decades, Nicolas has led a sports program inside a Montessori school—an environment many people assume avoids competition altogether.

But instead of removing competition, Nicolas redesigned it.

He built a program where sports reinforce academic learning, character development, and self-awareness.

This episode dives into:

• How athletics can align with Montessori education
• Why sportsmanship should be simple enough for a child to understand
• The philosophy behind “Be Fun to Play With and Be Fun to Play Against”
• Integrating academic learning into physical education
• Building athletes who think, reflect, and lead

Nicolas also shares how creativity in coaching—like turning kickball into a cardiovascular lesson through the chambers of the heart—helps students connect learning across disciplines.

Because the goal isn't just movement.

It's understanding.

It's leadership.

It's building young people who learn how to compete with integrity.

You'll hear why:

• The best coaches are also teachers
• Character development begins with simple standards
• Athletics can be one of the most powerful learning environments in education

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes seeking purpose in their development
• Parents looking for the right environment for their children
• Coaches and educators who believe sport should build character
• Leaders who want to connect learning, discipline, and growth

Because the greatest programs don’t just develop athletes.

They develop people.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—
where we don’t just talk about success…

we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Most people want results.

Few are willing to live the standard required to earn them.

In Episode #28 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Coach Rick Rasmussen, a leader who has built a powerhouse program through discipline, fundamentals, and unwavering integrity.

With 21 years as a head coach, a 77% win percentage, 2 state championships, and 10 region titles, Coach Rasmussen represents what happens when standards aren’t negotiable.

This episode is deeper than basketball.

It’s about:
• Building a culture rooted in selflessness and accountability
• Why fundamentals still separate elite from average
• How faith and values shape leadership and identity
• The power of surrounding yourself with people who elevate you
• Creating consistency that produces long-term success

Coach Rasmussen shares the mindset behind his motto: Fundamentals and Discipline are the keys to success—and why that principle still wins today.

You’ll hear why:
• Success is built long before game day
• Faith creates clarity under pressure
• Who you surround yourself with determines your ceiling

This episode is for:
• Athletes who want to separate themselves through habits
• Parents seeking structure, leadership, and development
• Coaches building programs with lasting impact
• Anyone committed to doing things the right way

Coach Rasmussen leaves us with a truth that hits deep:

You don’t rise to the moment.
You fall back on your standards.

If you did commit to discipline daily, everything in your life would elevate.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Everybody loves the highlights.
Very few people are committed to the development behind them.

In Episode #29 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Arturo Jones, Special Education Teacher and Head Basketball Coach, for a conversation rooted in growth, standards, and substance.

Arturo Jones is the kind of leader who understands the full journey. He played high school basketball. He played college basketball. He’s coached championship teams at the high school level. And he’s coached some of the best players in the country on the EYBL stage. But what makes this conversation hit deeper is that his message is not built on hype—it’s built on development.

That word matters.

Because in a time where too many athletes chase exposure before growth, Arturo brings the conversation back to what actually lasts: habits, accountability, teaching, and the daily work it takes to help players become who they’re capable of becoming.

This episode goes beyond wins and resumes.

It’s a conversation about:
• Why development has to come before recognition
• What it means to build a true neighborhood school with elite standards
• How life experiences shape the way a leader coaches and teaches
• Why the best coaches develop the person before the player
• How belief, structure, and consistency create lasting results

Arturo also opens up about how his time at Centennial High School in Compton shaped his leadership lens, and why that experience pushed him to build Leuzinger into a program that reflects pride, toughness, and purpose.

You’ll hear why:
• Real leadership is built through service and standards
• The right environment can change a young athlete’s future
• Development is still the most powerful advantage in sports and in life

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes who want to grow the right way
• Parents looking for real development, not empty promises
• Coaches and educators committed to building people with intention
• Anyone who believes culture is stronger than clout

Arturo leaves listeners with a message that cuts through the noise:

If you did the work that most people avoid, you could become the person most people never do.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #17 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with rising student-athlete David Gorodezki — a sophomore at Crespi Carmelite High School with all As, big Division 1 basketball dreams, and a vision that stretches beyond the court into leadership, business, and law.

This conversation is about more than basketball. It’s about identity. Discipline. And learning early how to position yourself so opportunities find you instead of you chasing them.

David opens up about balancing academics and athletics under a high-level varsity program led by former NBA champion Derek Fisher, the mindset required to stay focused as a young athlete, and how building habits now creates leverage later.

You’ll hear powerful insights on:

Why elite student-athletes start building their story early

How mindset and daily systems separate good from great

The importance of being visible — not just qualified

What colleges actually notice beyond stats and highlights

How a young athlete can build leadership before success arrives

This episode is for student-athletes, parents, and coaches who understand that development isn’t accidental — it’s engineered.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast — where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built.

Development doesn’t happen by accident.
It happens by design.

In Episode #21 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Mario Rossetti — Middle School Athletic Director and Founder of VP Academy — to talk about what it really means to build programs that last.

Mario doesn’t separate vision from execution.
He lives in the space between the two.

While many educators and coaches talk about growth, Mario builds systems that measure it, track it, and refine it. From structuring middle school athletic programs like organizations, to creating measurable frameworks for enrichment and PE, he operates from one core belief:

If it matters to kids, it deserves professional-level design.

This episode dives into:
• Why consistency builds trust faster than charisma
• How standards communicate belief, not pressure
• Why ownership must start with leadership
• The difference between managing moments and building environments
• What sustainable youth development actually looks like

Mario shares how coaching and education shaped his leadership philosophy — and why he chooses usefulness over recognition.

You’ll walk away understanding that impact compounds when you stop chasing applause and start solving real problems repeatedly.

This episode is for:
• Athletic directors who want systems, not chaos
• Coaches ready to move from motivation to structure
• Parents searching for real development environments
• Student-athletes who want to be challenged, not coddled

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —
where we don’t just talk about success…
we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #20 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Cory Milz — Principal and Retired Varsity Football Coach — to break down what real leadership looks like when adversity hits.

Coach Milz grew up in a blue-collar home. His father, a Purple Heart and Bronze Star Vietnam War recipient, didn’t preach discipline — he lived it.

Friday night varsity football game?
Boom. 4:30 a.m. wake-up the next morning. Time to work.

That foundation shaped everything.

From traveling the 90’s Cheese League watching the Bears, Chiefs, Saints, and Packers…

To standing on NFL sidelines observing position coaches refine details most people overlook…

To experiencing tremendous success as an assistant coach — followed by back-to-back losing seasons as a head coach…

He learned something powerful:

Winning is engineered long before kickoff.

This episode goes far beyond football.

It’s a conversation about:
• Building structure after failure
• Anticipating adversity before it arrives
• Teaching discipline in a distracted generation
• Leading through standards, not emotions
• Preparing the child for the path — not the path for the child

If you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, or leader — this episode will challenge you to rethink how you define success.

Because talent might impress you…

But preparation will sustain you.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —
where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Isn’t it interesting how the best leaders don’t just manage the present… they build the future?

In Episode #19 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Ryan Snell — a leader who doesn’t just teach lessons. He builds lives.

Ryan believes being B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT means seeing beyond who students are today and investing in who they can become tomorrow.

Not perfection.
Progress.

Not ego.
Growth.

Not shortcuts.
Work.

In this episode, we break down:

• Why focusing on 1% improvement changes everything
• The power of preparation when no one is watching
• Modeling progress instead of preaching perfection
• Building discipline that compounds over time
• Leading with humility and accountability

Ryan shares why meaningful success is earned, why there’s always another level to reach, and why leadership isn’t about being the best in the room — it’s about setting the standard for effort and consistency.

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes striving for long-term development
• Parents who want more than just grades for their children
• Coaches committed to progress over hype
• Leaders who believe we’re never finished building

If you want to understand how small daily discipline creates massive long-term impact — this one delivers.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —
where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Isn’t it interesting how the athletes who last the longest… aren’t always the biggest or the fastest — they’re the most accountable?

In Episode #18 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Kyle O’Donnell — educator, coach, Athletic Director, Principal, program builder, and lifelong competitor — to break down the real foundation behind sustainable success.

Born and raised in Howell, NJ, Kyle didn’t grow up with shortcuts. He grew up with standards. Education was the vehicle. Athletics was the platform. Accountability was the separator.

From being a 5’8”, 140-pound football captain on one of the most successful Freehold Township teams in school history… to earning Academic All-League honors… to building lacrosse programs from scratch… to expanding athletic opportunities as a school leader — Kyle’s journey proves one thing:

You don’t need ideal conditions.
You need structure.
You need discipline.
You need accountability.

This episode goes far beyond wins and losses.

It’s a conversation about:
• Why accountability determines trajectory
• How student-athletes can win academically and athletically
• Building tools that create lifelong success
• Expanding programs the right way
• Leading with standards, not slogans

Kyle shares how being the first in his immediate family to earn a college degree shaped his mission… why academics can never be optional… and how systems — not motivation — change outcomes.

If you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, or school leader who understands that sports are a vehicle — not the destination — this conversation delivers.

Because when you build mindset, structure, and accountability early… you don’t just win games.

You build people.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —
where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Success doesn’t start senior year.

It starts the moment you decide who you are.

In Episode #17 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with rising student-athlete David Gorodezki — a sophomore at Crespi Carmelite High School with all As, big Division 1 basketball dreams, and a vision that stretches beyond the court into leadership, business, and law.

This conversation is about more than basketball. It’s about identity. Discipline. And learning early how to position yourself so opportunities find you instead of you chasing them.

David opens up about balancing academics and athletics under a high-level varsity program led by former NBA champion Derek Fisher, the mindset required to stay focused as a young athlete, and how building habits now creates leverage later.

You’ll hear powerful insights on:

• Why elite student-athletes start building their story early
• How mindset and daily systems separate good from great
• The importance of being visible — not just qualified
• What colleges actually notice beyond stats and highlights
• How a young athlete can build leadership before success arrives

This episode is for student-athletes, parents, and coaches who understand that development isn’t accidental — it’s engineered.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast — where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #16 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with JD Tremblay — one of only three people worldwide to complete the EpicDeca.

Ten Ironman-distance triathlons.
Ten consecutive days.
No shortcuts. No excuses. No backup plan.

But JD’s story isn’t just about endurance.

It’s about preparation.

A military veteran.
An integrated engineer specializing in biomedical systems.
A naturopathic practitioner.
An ultra-endurance athlete who understands human performance from the cellular level to the psychological battlefield.

Check out this free resource from JD: https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=f90e7fa9-0f12-4c2a-808d-992646c9e656

JD breaks down why most athletes train for the season… but never train for life after sport.

This episode dives into:

• The identity crisis that follows athletic careers
• The systems and structure required for long-term success
• How discipline translates from the military to sport to life
• Why preparation off the field is the real competitive advantage

If you’re an athlete chasing greatness…
If you’re a parent trying to protect your child’s future…
If you’re a competitor who refuses to peak too early…

This conversation is for you.

Because high performance without preparation is temporary.

And the game always ends.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast,
where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #15 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Hogan Daughters — a former high school and collegiate athlete turned coach who believes leadership doesn’t stop at the gym doors.

Hogan shares what it really means to be more than “just a high school coach” — why true impact comes from embedding yourself into the community, earning trust, and helping athletes develop confidence that transfers far beyond sport.

This episode dives into:
• Why confidence is the most important skill an athlete can develop
• The responsibility coaches have beyond wins and losses
• Lessons learned from playing and coaching at high levels
• What legendary leadership actually looks like up close
• How belief transforms preparation, performance, and presence

Hogan’s journey — from athlete, to working under a legendary coach, to now leading others — is a masterclass in growth, humility, and responsibility.

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes who want to compete with confidence
• Parents searching for the right environment for their kids
• Coaches who want to lead beyond the scoreboard
• Anyone who believes sport is a platform to build people

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, where confidence is trained, leadership is earned, and impact is intentional.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

It’s chosen—daily.

In Episode #14 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Kurtis Bogatzke—high school football coach, educator, husband, father, and a living example of what happens when faith, family, and standards guide every decision.

Kurtis didn’t take the traditional path. At 40 years old, while working full-time in industrial maintenance, raising a family, and coaching football, he went back to college—earning his bachelor’s degree in secondary mathematics in just two years, followed by a master’s degree in special education, all while staying committed to his athletes.

This episode goes far beyond credentials.

It’s a conversation about:
• Building impact later in life without excuses
• Turning setbacks into teaching moments
• Leading with honesty—even when it’s uncomfortable
• Pouring into student-athletes beyond the scoreboard
• Living standards that athletes can feel, not just hear

Kurtis shares why relationships come before results, how faith and family anchor his leadership, and why setbacks are never failures—only invitations to grow.

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes navigating adversity
• Parents who value character and consistency
• Coaches and educators shaping lives, not just rosters
• Anyone rebuilding purpose after a hard chapter

Because success isn’t about starting early.

It’s about starting intentionally.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #13 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Josh Pierce — a Christian educator, husband, father, and coach who believes that faith isn’t something you add after success… it’s the foundation that sustains it.

Josh shares what it means to lead athletes with conviction in a world that often prioritizes outcomes over character. He breaks down how discipline, when rooted in purpose, produces confidence, peace, and long-term growth — on and off the field.

This episode goes deeper than sports.

It’s a conversation about:
• Leading with faith in competitive environments
• Why discipline is an act of love, not restriction
• Helping athletes leave the game better than they found it
• Building unity, identity, and work ethic through purpose
• Preparing athletes for life, not just the next season

Josh reminds us that when athletes know who they are and why they compete, effort becomes intentional — and results follow.

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes searching for purpose
• Parents who value character as much as performance
• Coaches who want to build culture, not just wins
• Anyone who believes faith and excellence can coexist

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, where identity leads, discipline sharpens, and champions are built from the inside out.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

It’s enforced.

In Episode #12 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Jeff Dorschner — Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA), State Athletic Director of the Year (Wisconsin, 2023), multi-sport coach, and certified official in football, volleyball, basketball, and baseball who’s officiated multiple state tournaments.

Jeff doesn’t just talk about sports from one angle — he’s lived it from every lens: athletic administrator, parent, coach, and official. And that perspective matters… because the fastest way to ruin “education-based athletics” is when adults forget their role.

This episode goes way beyond wins and losses.

It’s a conversation about:
• What great athletic leadership actually looks like
• Why “Stay in your lane” protects the athlete experience
• How to coach standards without chaos
• The W.I.N. Today mindset: What’s Important Now
• Building calm, disciplined competitors who embrace the grind

Jeff breaks down how programs win the day by controlling the controllables — and why the best cultures are built through habits, not hype.

This episode is for:
• Student-athletes who want to compete with composure
• Parents who want to support without suffocating
• Coaches and ADs building aligned, healthy programs
• Anyone who believes sports should develop people

If you want a real look at how to lead, coach, and compete the right way — this conversation delivers.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #10 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Riley Thompson, a high school head baseball coach in his 4th year leading a program he cares deeply about—at the very same school he graduated from—on a mission to rebuild the culture and restore what it once was.

Riley played college baseball at Randall University in Moore, Oklahoma, and his message is simple—but not easy:

Control what you can control. Build great habits. Repeat.

This episode goes beyond baseball.

It’s a conversation about:

• Why “average” is the most dangerous standard in sports and life
• How to build identity through discipline, not emotion
• The E.A.T. mindset: Effort, Attitude, Teammate—every single day
• How leaders rebuild programs one habit at a time
• Why the right routines create confidence when pressure hits

You’ll hear why:

• Greatness isn’t a moment… it’s a pattern
• Confidence comes from evidence—earned daily
• Culture changes when habits change

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes who want consistency and confidence
• Parents who want structure without extra pressure
• Coaches building culture and character
• Anyone trying to move from “potential” to “proof”

Because the controllables are always available.
The question is—will you choose them today?

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #9 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Gary Crusha, a veteran coach and athletic administrator with 28 years of experience across football, track, and high school athletics, to break down what it takes to lead effectively through decades of change.

Gary has seen the evolution of athletics firsthand—from shifting expectations and increased pressure to the growing demands placed on student-athletes, coaches, and administrators both on the field and in the office.

This episode goes beyond nostalgia.

It’s a real conversation about:

• How athletics and leadership have evolved over the years
• The mindset required to adapt without losing standards
• Managing pressure across athletes, parents, staff, and systems
• Developing student-athletes as people, not just performers
• Building consistency in environments that constantly change

Gary shares lessons learned from nearly three decades in education-based athletics and explains why structure, clarity, and habits matter more now than ever.

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes navigating increased expectations
• Parents seeking stability and leadership for their kids
• Coaches adapting to modern challenges
• Athletic administrators balancing performance, culture, and people

Because leadership isn’t about controlling change.
It’s about guiding people through it—intentionally.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #11 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Jeffrey Lochrie — former Division I soccer captain, lifelong student-athlete, educator, and leader who’s placed athletes first at every level.

Jeffrey has lived every layer of the journey. From captaining UNC Greensboro during a historic season — ranked #1 in the nation for six straight weeks — to competing in the Sweet 16 against UC Santa Barbara, to working with athletes of every age, gender, and ability.

But this conversation goes deeper than rankings and resumes.

It’s about:

• The dedication it takes to become a real student-athlete
• The sacrifices required to pursue greatness
• Leading when pressure is high
• Building identity before chasing results
• Putting people first — always

Jeffrey opens up about commitment, discipline, and why success is never accidental.

You’ll hear why:

• Growth comes from standards, not shortcuts
• Leadership is forged in responsibility
• Habits matter more than hype
• Sacrifice is the real separator

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes preparing for the next level
• Parents searching for clarity and direction
• Coaches building culture
• Anyone committed to long-term excellence

Jeffrey leaves listeners with a powerful reminder:

Success isn’t about convenience.
It’s about commitment.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

In Episode #8 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Larry Williams—Chaplain for the LA Clippers, Founder of NEXT2GET, and Director of Outreach at Oasis Church LA—for a grounded, powerful conversation about identity, purpose, and leadership under pressure.

Larry has spent years walking alongside elite athletes, young leaders, and communities searching for clarity in a noisy world. His work centers on one belief: when people understand who they are, they move differently—and lead differently.

This episode isn’t about titles.
It’s about formation.

Together, they unpack:

• How identity shapes decisions before success ever shows up
• Why purpose must be practiced, not just spoken
• The habits and standards that sustain leadership when life gets heavy
• What the next generation needs to hear—clearly and consistently

If you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, educator, or leader trying to navigate pressure with clarity and conviction, this conversation will challenge and steady you.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Excellence isn’t chased. It’s built.

In Episode #7 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Gregory Nunn — entrepreneur, former NBA agent, and founder of NunnBetter Entertainment — to break down what real leadership looks like when you’re building across industries and still carrying responsibility for the next generation.Gregory has scaled high-growth businesses, acquired and expanded digital platforms like YG Ad Network, produced feature films and shows, helped bring powerful stories to the world like Darkness to Light by Lamar Odom, launched live experiences through One Eleven, and led philanthropic work that directly serves inner-city LA youth through toy drives and back-to-school programs.

This episode goes far beyond business. It's a conversation about:

• Building systems instead of chasing moments
• Staying calm under pressure when the stakes are real
• Why discipline beats motivation when you’re tired
• How environment shapes outcomes for young people
• Creating access, opportunity, and long-term impact

If you want a real look at what it takes to build legacy—while still staying grounded—this conversation delivers.

Welcome back to the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —where we don’t just talk about success… we train it.

Handle today with intention.

In Episode #6 of the B.U.I.L.T. D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Blake Pohevitz, a Division I volleyball athlete, former high school valedictorian, and rising sports analytics mind.

Blake’s journey is different — and that’s exactly why it matters.

From leading his high school academically and athletically, to competing at the Division I level at George Mason University, to continuing his growth at CSUN while pursuing a future in sports analytics, Blake represents what happens when discipline, clarity, and intentional planning intersect.

This episode goes beyond wins and stats.

It’s a conversation about:
• Balancing elite athletics with academic excellence
• Advocating for yourself in recruiting and life
• Using data, structure, and habits to stay ahead
• Building confidence through preparation, not hype
• Designing a future instead of hoping for one

Blake shares what it really takes to compete at a high level — mentally, academically, and personally — and why the athletes who win long-term are the ones who think early and act intentionally.

If you’re a student-athlete trying to stand out, a parent seeking clarity, or a coach helping athletes prepare for what’s next, this episode delivers.

Handle today with intention.
That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

David is a current student at Cal Lutheran University, a former Notre Dame High School standout, and the nation’s most efficient three-point shooter by percentage during his playing career. Beyond the stat line, he now serves as an assistant coach with SoCal Hoops Basketball Academy and a youth coach with Motor Monstars, continuing to pour into the next generation.

But what truly sets David apart is this:
he never sacrificed academics for athletics—he elevated both.

Now majoring in Data Science and Sports Management, David represents the BUILT D1FF3R3NT standard in action—where discipline, structure, and vision create opportunity.

In this episode, Coach Randy and David go deep into:

• Identity & foundation — the roots and standards that shaped David’s mindset
• The habits behind elite shooting — how daily systems, not shortcuts, created historic efficiency
• Balancing academics and athletics — the structure that allowed him to excel in both arenas
• Mentorship and gratitude — the people and lessons that helped build his path
• Leadership for the next generation — the mindset student-athletes need to carry forward

This isn’t just a basketball conversation.
It’s a masterclass in preparation, consistency, and intentional living.

Whether you’re a student-athlete trying to balance school and sport, a parent looking for clarity and structure, or a coach/mentor focused on developing the whole person—this episode delivers real insight and real standards.

Because talent gets attention…
but habits create opportunity.

This is the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast—where we don’t just talk about success…
we train it.

Handle today with intention.
Champions—Go Win the Day. 💪🔥

Development isn’t rushed.

It’s earned.

In Episode 4 of the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Coach Eddie — current assistant coach for Village Christian Boys Varsity Basketball, former Division I athlete, and a veteran of 20+ years in grassroots basketball with ARC.

Coach Eddie has lived every layer of the hoops journey — from competing at the highest levels, to mentoring in packed gyms where nothing is given and everything is earned, to shaping young men through consistency, accountability, and standards.

This episode isn’t about hype.

It’s about longevity.

Together, they break down what it really takes to stay in the game long enough to make an impact — not just as a player, but as a leader and mentor.

You’ll hear Coach Eddie open up about:

• The moment he realized his role was bigger than just competing

• The adversity that tested him and forced real growth

• The habits that separate athletes who keep progressing from those who stall

• The mentors who shaped his philosophy, including lessons passed down from Fluke Fluker

• The mindset the next generation must carry to succeed in basketball — and in life

Coach Eddie brings clarity and perspective that only come from time, experience, and commitment to the process. His message is simple, but powerful: progress doesn’t come from shortcuts — it comes from habits you’re willing to repeat.

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes who want to keep getting better

• Parents navigating the long development journey

• Coaches focused on building people, not just winning games

• Anyone who understands that growth takes time

As Coach Randy reminds us:

A good coach can win a game.

A great coach can change a life.

If you’re looking for real insight on development, patience, and leadership that lasts, this conversation delivers.

Welcome back to the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —

where we break down the mindset, systems, and habits that create champions in school, sport, and life.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

Greatness isn’t found.

It’s built.

In this episode of the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Coach Steven Jones — founder of Build Your Way Elite, elite skill developer, former Division I athlete at UC Riverside, and current assistant coach for Campbell Hall Boys Varsity Basketball.

Coach Steven is one of the most respected development minds in Southern California, having trained high-level athletes — including players who’ve gone on to the NBA. But this conversation goes far beyond basketball skills.

This episode pulls back the curtain on what it truly means to build players, leaders, and people.

Together, Coach Randy and Coach Steven dive into:

• The moment Steven realized his purpose was bigger than just playing

• The adversity that tested him and forced real growth as a coach and leader

• The ONE habit that consistently separates elite athletes from everyone else

• The mentors who shaped his standards and leadership philosophy

• The mindset the next generation must carry to be truly Built Different

Coach Steven speaks openly about discipline, identity, habits, and standards — and why talent alone is never enough. His journey from Division I athlete to trusted program builder is proof that success is earned through consistency, humility, and intentional development.

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes chasing the next level

• Parents navigating the development journey

• Coaches committed to building culture, not just wins

• Anyone who believes impact matters more than accolades

Coach Randy closes the episode with a powerful reminder:

Talent may open the door — but mindset, habits, and discipline decide how far you go.

If you want an inside look at how elite athletes are developed — and how leaders are built — this conversation delivers.

Welcome to the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —

where success isn’t luck…

it’s built.

Go win the day. 💪🔥

Excellence isn’t chased.

It’s built.

In Episode #2 of the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, Coach Randy sits down with Coach Theo Edwards, Head Coach of CSUN Men’s Volleyball, to break down what real leadership looks like when the pressure is high and the responsibility is real.

Coach Theo has lived every layer of the journey — from varsity basketball at Alemany High School, to Division I athletics, to assistant coach, and now head coach leading one of the most respected volleyball programs in the country. He didn’t inherit success. He earned it — through standards, patience, and a relentless commitment to building culture the right way.

This episode goes far beyond wins and rankings.

It’s a conversation about:

• Transitioning into leadership when expectations are high

• Handling pressure without losing clarity or conviction

• Building systems and standards that sustain success

• Developing young men — not just athletes

• Leading with humility, belief, and accountability

Coach Theo opens up about stepping into the head coach role during a period of transition, learning leadership in real time, and the habits that separate programs that last from those that fade.

You’ll hear why:

• Leadership is learned in motion, not in comfort

• Standards must be lived before they’re taught

• Culture is built daily — not during championship moments

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes preparing for the next level

• Parents seeking the right environment and leadership for their kids

• Coaches and educators building programs and people

• Anyone committed to growth, discipline, and long-term excellence

Coach Theo leaves listeners with a powerful reminder:

Success isn’t just about talent.

It’s about the habits and standards you’re willing to live by every day.

If you want a real look at what it takes to build a program — and build young men — at the highest level, this conversation delivers.

Welcome back to the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast —

where we don’t just talk about success…

we train it.

Handle today with intention.

That’s how champions are built. 💪🔥

it was for two young men.

In this powerful opening episode of the BUILT D1FF3R3NT Studio Podcast, host Coach Randy Narciso delivers a deeply personal message to his sons, Reid and Logan—a message about identity, discipline, commitment, and who you’re becoming when no one is watching.

This is not a motivational speech.

This is a father’s standard.

Coach Randy speaks not as a coach or mentor—but as a dad who has watched the late nights, the quiet sacrifices, the invisible wins, and the moments of doubt that shape real champions. Through real-life examples from his sons’ journeys—one on the demanding pre-med path, the other rising academically and athletically in high school—he breaks down what it truly means to be BUILT D1FF3R3NT.

You’ll hear the mindset shift that changes everything:

Motivation is a feeling.

Commitment is an identity.

Identity is BUILT.

This episode is for:

• Student-athletes navigating pressure and expectations

• Parents raising disciplined, resilient young leaders

• Anyone fighting through tired days, hard days, and unseen battles

• Anyone chasing their next level in school, sport, or life

Coach Randy challenges listeners with a simple but powerful question:

“Who are you becoming on the days no one is watching?”

Because greatness isn’t built in the spotlight.

It’s built in the ordinary moments—

the days you don’t feel like it…

the days that test your resolve…

the five extra minutes that shape a lifetime.

This episode sets the foundation for everything this podcast stands for:

discipline, identity, grit, mindset, leadership—and legacy.

If you’ve ever needed a reminder of why the work matters…

this is it.

Welcome to BUILT D1FF3R3NT.

Fight ON.