Tech of Sports
547 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsFrom the shoes we wear on our feet to the high definition televisions in our living room, wearable devices, the sports universe is a breeding ground for technology. Writer and Photographer Rick Limpert will examine this each week on The Tech of Sports – With guests which include athletes, inventors and journalists that cover the intersection of sports and technology.
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Terry Koehler of SCOR Golf
August 22, 2013 14:36 - 14.2 MBRick is joined by Terry Koehler of SCOR Golf to talk about wedges and specifically SCOR Wedges. Golf Magazine just called SCOR the “highest rated wedges tested for 2013.” Their SCORFit system is the most comprehensive (and first) custom wedge fitting experience in golf.
Wheelchair Tennis With Karin Korb
August 08, 2013 14:32 - 13.3 MBKarin Korb is a two-time Para-Olympic champion and one of the top wheelchair tennis players in the world. She just returned from a week as one of the instructors at the USTA-ITF Junior Wheelchair Tennis Camp in California. Karin doesn’t let obstacles get in her way, and it’s great to have her on The Tech … Continue reading Wheelchair Tennis With Karin Korb →
Gary Sheppard of Golf Pain Away
July 11, 2013 14:04 - 11 MBPain Away, LLC, through its line of Golf Pain Away and Outback Series product lines, is suitable for users of all ages, provides topical pain relief for arthritis, neck and back pain, muscular aches and pains and golf and sports related injuries.
Tennis With Marty Collins And Lisa Stone
June 27, 2013 03:53 - 16.6 MBOur annual talk about the state of tennis as it’s the first week of Wimbledon with a couple people who always have some thoughts and opinions on everything tennis. Marty Collins, a tennis parent, enthusiast, and advocate from the USTA Northern California Section and Lisa Stone of the Parenting Aces blog and residing in the … Continue reading Tennis With Marty Collins And Lisa Stone →
Naked An Afraid Shane Lewis
June 20, 2013 01:10 - 12.6 MBWe are going to go off the grid tonight with Shane Lewis. He’s an adventurer, a self-described adrenaline junkie, and a survivor. He’s survived 5 foster homes, 4 institutional boarding schools and every obstacle you can imagine. He’s now globetrotting our world and being an “extreme athlete” in every sense of the word, but he … Continue reading Naked An Afraid Shane Lewis →
Sports Industry Veteran Troy Kirby
June 06, 2013 02:53 - 29.3 MBTroy Kirby is the host of The Tao of Sports Podcast. He started it in Oct. 2012 as a way to promote idea-shares with other college/pro sports folks.
Rick’s Questions and Answers
May 16, 2013 13:56 - 24.1 MBThere are currently a lot of great stories in the world of sports technology and it’s hard to make sense of all of them. Rick takes some time tonight to answer some questions and give his opinions.
Sean Yakeley Of Odyssey Solutions And Louis Girifalco From Rope It
May 09, 2013 14:30 - 31.6 MBRick talks to two entrepreneurs in the golf world. Sean Yakeley is the founder of Odyssey-Solutions and Louis Girifalco run Rope It. Some great talk tonight about the process of bringing a product to market and they talk about their experiences. Also they tell us what they think of “Shark Tank”.
Sports Techie Bob Roble
May 02, 2013 14:29 - 14.5 MBThis week Rick is joined by sports technology expert Bob Roble. Roble is based in Seattle and with his startup, SportsTechieNet, he covers everything in the world of sports technology. Rick and Bob go head-to-head talking about the latest trends in sports tech.
Atlanta And The Final Four
April 02, 2013 19:01 - 3.4 MBI joined Tony Cruise and the Morning Show at WHAS in Louisville on Tuesday morning to talk about Atlanta hosting the Final Four as thousands of Cardinals fans will be making the trek to Atlanta.
Golf Course Architect Jason Straka
March 21, 2013 15:17 - 14.4 MBAn industry leader in environmental golf-course design, Jason Straka blends his formal education, rigorous professional training and considerable design experience to produce a tradition of excellence. Having been trained in the many facets of golf-course design, and with extensive design experience, he has shaped his specialty: integrating a golf course both functionally and aesthetically with … Continue reading Golf Course Architect Jason Straka →
Todd Fuhrman – Sports Handicapping and Odds
March 14, 2013 12:27 - 13.9 MBMarch Madness is here! This week we talk about the wild world of sports odds-making with Todd Fuhrman. Former odds-maker at Caesar’s Palace, Columnist for Out Kick The Coverage analyst for Donbest.com. Odds-making is it an exact or inexact science and how does technology play a role.
Tony and Tim Rodono of City Prints LLC
March 08, 2013 14:05 - 22.8 MBCity Prints make fine art map prints of university campuses, world cities, sports stadiums and more! We are joined by Tony and Tim Rodono of City Prints as they talk about maps as artwork, and how they turned City Prints into a successful business.A little on sports artwork tonight on The Tech of Sports as … Continue reading Tony and Tim Rodono of City Prints LLC →
Nicole Pigott Of Spot On Energy
February 28, 2013 15:57 - 16.6 MBSpot On Energy, an all-natural, discreet caffeine patch that is applied to clean, dry skin. Wear it for 15 minutes or for 2 hours if needed – Spot On is energy that YOU control. Simple to use, safe and calorie-free, Spot On is a healthy alternative for those wanting a more natural way to get … Continue reading Nicole Pigott Of Spot On Energy →
Kyle Veazey – Memphis Commercial Appeal
February 07, 2013 18:42 - 16.5 MBDo you still read newspapers? Or do you get your news and sports fix online? It’s a delicate balance and we’ll talk about the ever changing world of sports journalism tonight with Kyle Veazey of The Commercial Appeal in Memphis
Social Media with Rich Sullivan
January 31, 2013 18:10 - 17.8 MBWith over 15 years experience in broadcasting as a producer, on air talent and social media coordinator, Rich Sullivan knows social media and how it can benefit an individual or organization.
Hand, Wrist, Elbow Orthopedist Dr. Jedediah Jones
December 20, 2012 16:12 - 15.4 MBWe take an in depth look at sports injuries with one of the top wrist, hand, and elbow orthopedic surgeons in the country. Dr. Jed Jones is based in Las Vegas, so that means he has his finger on the pulse of the boxing world, but he also knows tennis, golf and other sports. We … Continue reading Hand, Wrist, Elbow Orthopedist Dr. Jedediah Jones →
Rick’s Holiday Gadget Picks
December 13, 2012 13:03 - 21.2 MBIt’s that time of the year. We struggle and struggle to find the right gifts for the people on our list. We’ll, I’m going to try and help you as we go over a bevy of potential gift items I’ve been accumulating the past few months. All tech and some sports-tech related.
Maria Sanchez American Pro Tennis Star and Former USC Player
December 06, 2012 17:26 - 12.7 MBOur guest is one of the fastest rising tennis stars in the world. Maria Sanchez. She was a star at USC, and she turned professional in 2011. In 2012 she won two titles on the USTA Pro Circuit, in Sacramento and Albuquerque. She is currently ranked number 127 in the world and will be competing … Continue reading Maria Sanchez American Pro Tennis Star and Former USC Player →
Rachael Kelley Cheerleader St. Louis University
November 29, 2012 14:52 - 15.2 MBAthletes come in all shapes and sizes and usually take a risk when they get out on their field of play. It’s no different with cheerleaders, as they have been in the news recently as the push was on to make cheerleading a sport and give them the same resources and care that athletes like … Continue reading Rachael Kelley Cheerleader St. Louis University →
Dr. Lior Lewensztain of That’s It
November 15, 2012 17:23 - 11.9 MBI have the perfect thing to stay full, help with digestion and give you a natural energy boost. That’s it. fruit bars use only natural, GMO-free fruit and nothing else. Yes, I said that correct, nothing else. That means that you get 2 whole servings of fruit from just one That’s It.TM bar. That’s It.TM … Continue reading Dr. Lior Lewensztain of That’s It →
Fitness Enthusiast And Model Candy Brenn
November 08, 2012 14:05 - 29.2 MBToday we aren’t going to talk football or basketball or golf. We are going to talk fitness, getting fit, and a healthy lifestyle with a self titled Health and Fitness Fanatic. Candy Brenn. Candy also happens to have a new cooking website out, and we’ll talk about that a little later.
Broadcaster Steve Craig
October 29, 2012 22:43 - 43.8 MBFor more than 2 decades he’s been playing music and entertaining the masses on the radio. Mainly in Atlanta and New York, but some other places along the way. He’s won numerous awards for best DJ and radio show in Atlanta and New York. I think he’s one of the best musical minds in the … Continue reading Broadcaster Steve Craig →
Trevor Short The Necker Cup
October 25, 2012 17:20 - 31.2 MBIt’s being billed as the most exclusive tennis pro-am in the world. I’m talking about the Necker Cup. This December, tennis players and tennis fans from around the world can join the pros and Sir Richard Branson on Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island in the British Virgin Islands. It’s a beautiful setting and … Continue reading Trevor Short The Necker Cup →
Front Row Andy Meets Front Row Amy
October 18, 2012 17:21 - 16.1 MBSports is serious business and so is technology, so when I can have someone on to make a little light of the world we live in, I love it. We will do that with Robby McGhee, talk about his comedy, talk some sports and have a bunch of laughs tonight with a secret guest Front … Continue reading Front Row Andy Meets Front Row Amy →
Musician Don Miggs
October 10, 2012 15:05 - 13.5 MBAthletes and musicians have more in common than people realize. Both are performers and have to be at their best each and every time they get up in front of a crowd. Don Miggs, the lead singer of the band Miggs agrees with this, and has a love of sports and technology. He joins me … Continue reading Musician Don Miggs →
Troy University Tennis Coach Eric Hayes
October 04, 2012 16:10 - 14.7 MBTennis is more than just tournaments like the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. On the professional level there are 100’s of smaller tournaments played around the globe with players looking to break into the big time. College tennis was thrust into the spotlight this year with current and former U.S. college players performing very well.
Fictional Golf Book Author James Ross
September 27, 2012 17:08 - 31.4 MBThey say everybody should write a book, well my guest tonight has written more than one and he’s having a good time doing it. He’s James Ross and he writes fictional golf books with the setting being the Prairie Woods Golf Course just outside of St. Louis. From Lifetime Loser to Finish Line and on … Continue reading Fictional Golf Book Author James Ross →
Mobile Warming Gear
September 20, 2012 14:15 - 28.9 MBMobile Warming Gear makes heated clothing for winter-golfers who wants to perform even in bitter cold. The same spirit that goes into other Mobile Warming products and clothing now goes into golf and that is where GOLF MOBILEWARMING® comes from. It is made to give golfers the right amount of warmth and they can concentrate … Continue reading Mobile Warming Gear →
Sports Injuries With Dr. David Geier
September 13, 2012 15:19 - 19.5 MBWe all love to watch the action as it takes place of the field of play. Joining winning and losing as a part of the game are injuries. Whether you like them or not, injuries in sports happen every day and every week at all levels and in every sport. Some more serious than others. … Continue reading Sports Injuries With Dr. David Geier →
Tennis With Jeff Salzenstein and Marty Collins
September 06, 2012 15:31 - 21.4 MBWith a lot going on in the world of tennis, I’ve have two guests who have opinions and insight into what goes on, on and off the court. After a little talk about the 2012 U.S. Open, we will shift the conversation into a debate and talk about the USTA’s 10 and Under tennis initiative.
David Eckoff Co-Founder of Pickoff Sports
August 30, 2012 16:02 - 21.3 MBThe face of sports is constantly changing, especially when it comes to technology and how we use it to enhance the way we follow our favorite teams and players. From the action on the field, to the technology we use as fans like high def TVs, app and now, social media. We’ll talk about the … Continue reading David Eckoff Co-Founder of Pickoff Sports →
Brandon Theophilus and Andrew Snook
August 15, 2012 04:28 - 21.6 MBOne of the fastest growing companies in America, Dancin’ Dogg is bringing the driving range and golf course into our house. You can hit any golf shot right at home. Also, Andrew Snook is a sports and celebrity photographer that has been published worldwide. He’s been published in Ok Magazine, and the British tabloid The … Continue reading Brandon Theophilus and Andrew Snook →
Charlotte and Antonia Newman of Team Fenom
August 09, 2012 16:02 - 19.7 MBEven though the Olympics are still on, we are going to take a look at competition of another sort tonight. The process and drive that it takes to form and bring to fruition, a startup tech company.
Olympic Luger Ruben Gonzalez
August 02, 2012 14:55 - 18.7 MBRuben competed in four Winter Olympics in four different decades in the sport of luge. If you don’t know what the luge is, it’s that little sled the athletes, sometimes two of them get on and reach high speeds with turning and weaving through the course.
Three Time Olympian Suzy Favor-Hamilton
July 24, 2012 23:38 - 15.3 MBSuzy Favor-Hamilton became the winningest female collegiate athlete ever at University of Wisconsin, winning nine NCAA championships, the Honda Broderick Cup as the nation’s top female collegiate athlete and Big Ten Athlete of the Decade for the ’90s
2012 Judo Olympian Nick Delpopolo
July 17, 2012 22:34 - 20.2 MBThe hype has already started, we are T-minus 17 until the start of the 2012 Olympic Games in London. This is the culmination of many years of hard work, training and competition for these athletes. We are going to talk with one of them tonight, he’s heading for London and the dream of winning, maybe … Continue reading 2012 Judo Olympian Nick Delpopolo →
Professional Ballroom Dancer Edyta Sliwinska
July 12, 2012 15:30 - 35.4 MBEdyta Sliwinska. You might recognize her from being on 10 seasons of Dancing With the Stars including a 2nd place finish in Season 6 with Jason Taylor.
Former ATP Tennis Pro Jeff Salzenstein
June 28, 2012 17:00 - 44.9 MBFormer ATP Tennis Pro Jeff Salzenstein. You can say tennis has been in our guest’s blood for a long time. Following a successful junior career and winning 2 NCAA team titles at Stanford where he was an All-American, Jeff played for over 10 years on the pro tour – being ranked in the top-100
Olympic Swimmer And Coach Gary Hall Sr
June 21, 2012 16:05 - 45.8 MBWhen you talk about swimming you have to talk about Gary Hall Sr.
Speaker, Author, Former Lacrosse Coach John Brubaker
June 14, 2012 15:05 - 38.8 MBCoach John Brubaker or Coach Bru brings more than fifteen years of experience in Leadership Development, Coaching and Human Resource Management to his work as a performance consultant, motivational speaker and author.
Writer And Former NBA Player Paul Shirley
June 07, 2012 15:31 - 46.7 MBPaul Shirley – A former starter and All-Academic Big XII and 2nd Team Academic All-American basketball player at Iowa State. He then played in the NBA for the likes of the Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, and Phoenix Suns, he also was in NBA training camps for the likes of the Los Angeles Lakers and the … Continue reading Writer And Former NBA Player Paul Shirley →
Iowa State All-American Point Guard Lyndsey Fennelly
May 30, 2012 13:54 - 40.9 MBMore and more women keep playing sports and basketball in particular. The game of women’s basketball has become one of the most exciting sports to watch not only in person, but on television. The athletes are getting bigger and better, the game is faster and there are even a few slam dunks now.
Mike Smith The Internet Voice Of The LSU Tigers
May 26, 2012 15:30 - 41.2 MBHow many of you listen to live sports and talk on the internet? If you are listening and watching here, you probably do it regularly. A recent stat said that in 2010 only 6% of people said they listened to live sports or a live show on the internet. By 2011, that percentage is now … Continue reading Mike Smith The Internet Voice Of The LSU Tigers →
NHRA Drag Racer Doug Herbert
May 17, 2012 18:25 - 37 MBFor over 60 years the NHRA has been the governing body and the leading promoter of drag racing in North America. Today we talk with Doug Herbert NHRA top fuel racer.
Joe Hallett and Jerome Guimont Pro Mental Coach
May 10, 2012 14:26 - 37.7 MBThe mental side of sports is so important, especially in golf. Athletes today spend just as much or more time working on the the mental side of their sports. Discussed is Pro Mental Coach.
John Lyons Global Product Director for Wilson Tennis
May 03, 2012 13:49 - 42.8 MBFor almost 100 years, Wilson has been making equipment not only for world class athletes but club and recreational athletes as well. From shoes to balls, to golf clubs to tennis racquets and accessories, Wilson has set the standard around the world.