Off Duty ADs
181 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsThe Off Duty ADs are one active and two former high school athletic directors discussing the state of high school athletics today while they're off the clock. This podcast is intended for anyone within the world of high school athletics.
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Episodes
Grappling with Wrestling: Episode 130
November 16, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about starting and managing the wrestling season. They also discuss popular TV series that they've ignored, Big Ten Minute and college football, where our states currently are in opening up wrestling, creating new schedules, making practices safer, sacrificing competitive growth for safety protocols, hosting winter sports vs. sending kids to private clubs, Ryan's economics degree, post-season adjustments, getting messages from previous coaches or students, a potential ...
A Conversation with Jen Brooks: Episode 129
November 09, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBThe Off Duty ADs use Jen from Missouri (www.jenbrooks.com) to answer a listener email about females in the AD world. They also discuss Mike's ruined Saturday, college football rolling towards the playoffs, Jen's experience as an athletic director in a male-dominated profession, The Global Community of Women in High School Sports (https://globalcommunityofwomeninsports.com/), advice to younger and newer female ADs, and Ryan's run - including the extra mileage.
Hacking Around the Golf Course: Episode 128
November 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about their golf programs. They also discuss the return of the Big Ten Minute, Uncle Bill's promotion to Executive Director of Nebraska's IAA, more reduced fan difficulties, selecting golf lineups, the wide variety of "whys" among high school golfers, live scoring at tournaments, coaches missing school time, getting good golfers into the program, making baseball more exciting, a Halloween beer from Warped Wing Brewery, and drumming up more support for Ryan's fundraiser.
Athletic and Activities Directors: Episode 127
October 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about the various coordination between athletics and activities directors. They also discuss musically based child-raising, listener-based research, Uncle Bill's Corner, smoke alarms, overseeing fine arts and other activities, different association structures, comparing football coaching to band directing, NFL confusion, conflicts between activities, custodial duties, shoveling the sidewalks, and our favorite snacks.
A Pile of Randomness: Episode 126
October 19, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBThe Off Duty ADs discuss a little bit of everything. They talk about the frustration of Mike's mom, listener email, Uncle Bill's hip replacement, our ferocious dogs, fan requests within ticket restrictions, a new t-shirt idea, Colorado football, professional bowling, streaming playoff games, association reserve funds, ignoring signage, a dead deer you gotta minute, Ryan's top 10 albums, Mark's preference for 1984 Van Halen, an Almond Joy controversy, and the terribleness of popcorn balls.
Fall 2020 Tournament Management: Episode 125
October 12, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 51.6 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about tournament management in the Fall of 2020. They also discuss lack of citations and accurate quotes, the NL/AL Garbage, Ryan's Browns, parent criticism, the lack of tennis ADs, reserved seating at cross country meets, giving kids a chance to compete, fan control at tournaments, the potential intersection of high school tournaments and American Gladiators, fan parking, another variety pack problem, and a celebratory can of Hamm's.
Covid Crowd Management: Episode 124
October 05, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about managing crowds amid the unprecedented covid-related fan protocols. They also discuss adults losing the focus on kids, bringing dogs to games, how high school football relates to Jurassic Park, previewing the eventual collapse of our baseball teams, refusing to wear a mask in the stands, using SROs for crowd control, Dr. Seuss, being right vs. doing right, bad movies that we like, and some usual beverage choices.
Selecting Captains: Episode 123
September 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about selecting captains for their teams. They also discuss dad jokes, California's competitive balance formula, AAC women's rowing, the MLB, Mike doing ad reads, the weakness of team voting, popularity vs. leadership, preferred qualities in a captain, intentionally teaching leadership, a long field goal in North Dakota, the return of Ryan's regular tastebuds, and the passing of an ND legend.
Competitive Balance Formulas: Episode 122
September 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 68 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about competitive balance formulas. They also discuss advocating for your kids vs all kids, the return of Uncle Bill, Ryan's chairs, qualifying teams for various playoff brackets, multiple divisions within a state, scheduling to fool the balance formula, live Cubs vs. Cardinals updates, creating parity while encouraging competition, wristband failures, fans always lobbying for the next thing, Mike's lawn, and a quick whiskey class.
It's a 3-Pod Pod: Episode 121
September 15, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBMark joins the guys from the Beyond the Bench and The Globetrottin' ADs podcasts to talk about starting their podcasts, the pros and cons of podcasting, balancing leadership and entertainment, and the similarities and differences between the podcasts.
Being Flexible in the World of Covid: Episode 120
September 14, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about managing quick changes and unexpected problems this fall. They also talk about the current location of Ryan's chairs, Uncle Bill's absence, updates from Iowa, Ohio, and Colorado, forgetting the regular tasks of the day, HIPAA, the intersection of staying healthy and avoiding quarantine, the pressure of trying to stay safe while saving your seniors' seasons, the importance of Mello Yello, Cobra Kai, and Mark's garage fridge.
Being the New AD in the Room: Episode 119
September 07, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about being the new AD in a room full of ADs. They also discuss getting their football seasons up and running, punitive teachers, coaching for a resume, fan entrance/capacity/income issues, Mike getting sidetracked, a resilient cricket, sunk cost fallacy, Mark's busy day, Ryan moving chairs around, and the loss of a friend in the AD world.
Sports Despite Virtual Learning: Episode 118
August 31, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about hosting sports even if the school utilizes virtual learning. They also discuss spectator limits, late rule changes, pausing a game, mask rant #2, a pay per view suggestion, rationale for justifying a sports program when classroom instruction has gone virtual, prioritizing school for everyone, Ohio snow days vs. North Dakota snow days, socioeconomics, senior seasons, our least favorite covid-related words, and zoom etiquette.
It's Time to Just Vent: Episode 117
August 24, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs take a day to just vent about stuff. They also discuss removing a podcast favorite from the favorite's list, Big Ten Minute, working on AD island, trying to vent at work instead of home, being happy to deal with normal issues, being accessible all day long, transitioning from planning to fixing, officials and bus drivers, Mark's new interest in dystopian entertainment, and lots of beverage recommendations.
Starting Fall 2020: Episode 116
August 17, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about getting their fall seasons started in the 2020-21 school year. They also discuss sneaking out of facilities, potential professional development for the NADC in Tampa, an angry Big Ten Minute, college athletics structure, scheduling tweaks to this fall, dealing with anxiety, different targets this year, choice to play, fan attendance, a mask rant, and a nice old-fashioned.
Mistakes as a New AD: Episode 115
August 10, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about some of the many, many, many mistakes they made as new athletic directors. They also discuss lefthandedness, some covid changes, getting locked in the bathroom, pretending they knew everything, their first scheduling meetings, learning how to evaluate, schematic advantages, Mo Money, signing day, and our favorite summer beverages.
Covid Update with Joe from WA: Episode 114
August 03, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIn the absence of Ryan, the Off Duty ADs freely discuss their covid updates along with recurring guest Joe from Washington. They also talk about other things related to the Pacific Northwest, emails from loyal listeners, the return of baseball, comparing this fall to the past spring and summer, redefining success this year, various details in our planning, considerations moving forward, a Tacoma brewery, and stepping on each other during sign-offs.
Behind the Curtain of Covid Prep: Episode 113
July 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs discuss some of the fall 2020 decisions and hurdles taking place out of the public's eye. They also discuss receiving the perfect email, the return of baseball, concern from Mike's mom, tempering the public's emotions, busing problems, schedule changes, questions about quarantining, local control decision making, auxiliary functions, hosting sports during distance learning, participation vs competition, 80s PG ratings, and a wide selection of new beverages.
Coaching Contracts This Fall: Episode 112
July 20, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about lobbying for coaches' contracts in the fall of 2020. They also discuss the return of Uncle Bill, various baseball squads, compensating coaches for shortened or lost seasons, trying to keep our kids and coaches in our programs, state associations, black cherry ale, hockey movies, and officials getting booed even without crowds.
Covid Update: Episode 111
July 13, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB**This episode likely won't be relevant by the time you listen to it...like most of our episodes, but even more so this time. The Off Duty ADs return to the covid discussion as it relates to returning to competition this fall. They also discuss a special guest to provide an update about loading dishwashers, missing Mike, missing Uncle Bill, lost sponsorship dollars, turmoil in Ohio, figuring out what competition might look like in the fall, a Tom Cruise sighting, a soccer kit sighting, ...
Summer Coaching Rules: Episode 110
July 06, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about summer coaching rules. They also discuss Mike's pizza delivery resolution, Ryan's sanity, Mark's 4th of July standby beverage, requiring coaches to run camps, summer blackout dates, a poor list of sports movies, and the legacy of Bruce Brown from Ohio.
Amateurism: Episode 109
June 29, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about the future of amateurism in high school sports. They also discuss a double dose of Uncle Bill, pizza delivery mistakes, sports academies, likeness contracts for high school kids, the history of the NFHS, medicinal beer, and how this was their worst episode ever.
Managing Multiple Roles: Episode 108
June 22, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about managing multiple roles in the school district. They also discuss an XFL question, adding kids to the podcast, the absence of Uncle Bill, old school field painting, Ron Swanson, being the only one of you, Mike's dogs, student assistants, prioritizing, Ted Williams, Fletsch, and Val Kilmer.
Strength Programs, Part 2: Episode 107
June 15, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs continue to talk about the strength programs in their schools. They also discuss how Pearl Jam, Fleetwood Mac, and Stone Sour are related, solo vs. multiple weight room usage, getting equal access to all teams, a fruit orchard in Ryan's fridge, and continued technical difficulties.
Changes to Summer Programming: Episode 106
June 08, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about changes to their summer programming for 2020. They also discuss the new Dykstra Defense in a court of law, Ryan's fundraising progression, changes to summer workout schedules and organization, opening up facilities, watching kids non-socially distancing, catching up on projects, managing both sides of the return to play issue, spring in North Dakota, head coach Nick Nolte, and a well-traveled whisky.
Strength Programs: Episode 105
June 01, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about strength coaches and strength programs in their high schools. They also discuss Tom Cruise viewing parties, coaching as an AD, tiny weight rooms, the pros and cons of implementing a universal strength program across the department, youth baseball starting, a trial run with Zombie Dust, and a new flavor from a previously discussed brewery.
Throwback! - Mike Krueger from USA Football and Zombie Dust: Episode 24
May 25, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 73 MBThrowback from Oct. of 2018 - The Off Duty ADs revisit an earlier discussion about the future and growth of youth football with the Director of Coaching for USA Football, Mike Krueger. Mike K. talks about being a Colorado implant to Indianapolis, brings us back to Bull Durham, and promotes Zombie Dust pale ale from Three Floyds Brewing in Munster; Mike promoted the ADM when he was coaching; Mark rants about various people seen at tournaments and shovels off a soccer field; and Ryan is misse...
Jamy Bechler on Leadership: Episode 104
May 18, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 68 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk to author and speaker Jamy Bechler about his new book, The Bus Trip. They also discuss jabs from Uncle Bill, their status among the NIAAA hierarchy, incorrect soccer pronunciations, facility usage requests, Draft Day, and Jameson. Jamy's materials can be found at https://jamybechler.com/.
Examining Budget Cuts: Episode 103
May 11, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about managing potential budget cuts on the horizon. They also discuss Mother's Day, feedback from Uncle Bill, balancing the known and the unknown in next year's budget, protecting the quantity and quality of student participation, suggestions for more entertainment, and a potentially perfect variety pack.
Returning in the Summer or Fall: Episode 102
May 04, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about their current thoughts regarding a return to play in the summer or fall - all speculation, of course. They also discuss Mike's family, Mark's technical difficulties, Ryan's fundraiser, Ticket Spicket, sneak in some Cubs/Indians/White Sox banter, Uncle Bill, and new beers to try from Virginia to Wyoming.
Effect of Covid on Youth Sports: Episode 101
April 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about the potential effects of spring and summer suspensions on the future of youth sports. They also talk about the NFL draft, sports parenting, finding new things to do at home, getting locked out of the office, increased or decreased consumption during quarantine, and a reminder of Ryan's fundraiser.
Happy 100th: Episode 100
April 20, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBThe Off Duty ADs look back on 100 episodes of mediocrity in the podcasting business. They also discuss Big Ten Minute and Uncle Bill's Corner with an exceptional guest, get emails from a handful of longtime listeners including the boss of one of us, being thankful for sticking with this platform for so long, and the new stuff that's keeping us occupied while being stuck at home.
Non-Professional Development: Episode 99
April 06, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThe Off Duty ADs discuss a variety of topics that will in no way, shape, or form contribute to anyone's growth as an athletic director or a coach. During that discussion, they cover The Tiger King and other shows, their choice for a solo beer in the fridge, podcast reruns, best music channels to stream, and the different careers of Tom Hanks and Tom Cruise.
End of Season Transitions: Episode 98 (BONUS)
April 02, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about what their time looks like at the end of a season. Filmed before current spring sports suspensions, they also talk about the current way to load a dishwasher, saying things they probably shouldn't say out loud, balancing family conflicts, and the lack of importance to anything stated before the word "but."
Whatcha Up To?: Episode 97
March 30, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBThe Off Duty ADs update everyone about what we're doing while spring competitions are still shut down. They also discuss Uncle Bill and the Big Ten Minute, food distribution, online professional development, coaches connecting with kids, ADs connecting with coaches, the return of sports, boredom with classic games, and a beverage fit for a campfire.
Starting Spring Seasons: Episode 96 (BONUS)
March 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBIn a rare bonus episode that was delayed by Covid 19 and now won't make any sense, the Off Duty ADs talk about starting their spring seasons. They also discuss a completely irrelevant Big 10 Minute, a completely irrelevant NCAA basketball and hockey tournament, our first mentions of Covid 19 on this podcast - which are now irrelevant, Uncle Bill, scheduling gym time for spring sports, spring in ND, shared usage agreements, Ryan's baseball fields, Summit Brewing IPA sampler, and Mike tries a...
The Return of COVID: Episode 95
March 23, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBThe Off Duty ADs are joined by Joe from Washingon, give an update of COVID changes in their areas, and talk about staying busy during the day. They also discuss listener mail, Big Ten minute, Uncle Bill, Joe's upcoming online gigs, classic sports on TV, and turning bourbon into hand sanitizer.
The COVID Report: Episode 94
March 16, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBThe Off Duty ADs give in to Mike's topic demands and discuss the recent Covid 19 changes to schools across the nation. They also discuss the end of state-gate, Ryan's pushy vendor, new snow for Mark, and the possibilities of ADs across the nation for "duties as assigned".
Basketball - Shot Clocks and Mercy Rules: Episode 93
March 09, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about basketball stuff like shot clocks and mercy rules. They also discuss new father advice, the XFL, Uncle Bill, Kobe and youth sports, stall happy basketball games, not scoring at the end of a blowout, energy drink education and protests, emergency Roadhouse text, more Tom Cruise discussion, and an update about Ryan's fundraiser.
Cheating and Cheaters: Episode 92
March 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about cheating in sports. They also discuss Mike alienating all of our listeners, burnout thoughts from a couple long-time ADs, how social media has changed the complaint game, how the Astros scandal affects our programs, self-reporting violations, the line between competing and cheating, a pink-eye related you gotta minute, the diversity of Mark's PBR, Ryan's newest dessert beverage, and continued efforts to prepare for our Massachusettes trip.
Struggling Coaches: Episode 91
February 24, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about their approaches with struggling coaches. They also discuss college basketball felonies, XFL and minor league football, new Astros identifying themselves, the Globetrottin' ADs, Uncle Bill, how you define a struggling coach, improvement plans, and a trip to Cape Cod.
Preventing AD Burnout: Episode 90
February 17, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about preventing burn out as an athletic director. They also discuss the XFL, listener mail, character-building programs for athletes, recruiting new listeners then getting them to immediately leave again, empathy within our profession, adjusting the time frame of our jobs, faking coughs, being ducks, avoiding scotch, hair loss and gain, continued funding issues with new facilities, and public libraries.
Changing Jobs: Episode 89
February 10, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about their thought processes when deciding to change jobs in the past. They also discuss the continuation of Stategate, the Super Bowl experience, decisions that led to moving from job to job, the impact of a family on job selection, weighing personal and professional factors in the decision, Ryan's fundraiser found at support.rmhc.org/goto/ryan_walker supporting the Ronald McDonald House, Ryan's Tom Cruise opinion gets censored, and Mike supports a new beverage with ...
Team Bonding Activities: Episode 88
February 03, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about the cons of team bonding activities. They also discuss Ryan's technical difficulties, the return of Big Ten wrestling, an odd Uncle Bill's Corner, the value of team bonding trips, risk management during those activities, free Frostys from Wendys, first-person shooters in high school esports competitions, PBR hard coffee, the Browns draft room, and Mark's t-shirt game.
Substance Related Eligibility Policies: Episode 87
January 27, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about their eligibility and suspension policies and procedures for alcohol, tobacco, and substance abuse violations. They also discuss North Dakota tourism efforts, Uncle Bill and Chicken Joe, end of season coaches meetings, guilt by association or proximity penalties, getting asked to solve all problems, a Netflix documentary, and Red Pine Distillery.
Academic Eligibility: Episode 86
January 20, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about academic eligibility processes and requirements. They also discuss spelling issues, the best weekend ever for a colleague in MN, a change of opinion about Uncle Bill, the timing of grade checks, our recording locations, coaches and parents collaborating on a you gotta minute, and jumping from skyscraper to skyscraper for a beverage.
Equipment Budgets and Spending: Episode 85
January 13, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about how they budget and spend equipment money. They also discuss the Browns coaching job, getting paid to not work, Husker basketball, Uncle Bill clicking 30, activity funds vs. fundraising funds vs. booster club funds, various ways to budget for expenses, distributing funds throughout programs, unexpected purchases, an IEP scholarship concern, the Backyardigans, and the lack of fireworks at White Sox games.
Fan Mail - Athletic Director Variety Pack: Episode 84
January 06, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThe Off Duty ADs respond to listener emails. Throughout the episode, they discuss season overlaps, vaping, a new t-shirt idea, athletic director injuries, resume building, ignoring Joe from Washington, South Dakota, Uncle Bill, and recap the last month of winter break life.
Throwback - Episode 1: (Not Really) Episode 83
December 30, 2019 12:00 - 54 minutes - 56 MBThe Off Duty ADs give listeners a throwback episode in order to spend time with their families. Enjoy Episode 1 as The Off Duty ADs talk about some of the more frustrating aspects of being an athletic director and their favorite interview questions, Ryan suggests that pessimism is the best optimism as a sports fan and relates to the Big Lebowski, Mike vents about the Friday at 5:00 conversation and makes a mess in the recording room, and Mark introduces Stone's Throw from the Fargo Brewing ...
Holiday Events in Your Building: Episode 82
December 23, 2019 12:00 - 39 minutes - 39.1 MBThe Off Duty ADs talk about hosting events in their buildings over the holiday break. They also discuss Big Ten Minute without Mike, the benefits and detriments of playing games over break, Jan. 1 practices, mandatory or optional holiday practices, Kona Brewing, and wish a Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays to all of our loyal listeners.