Pressing Forward Podcast
The purpose of The Pressing Forward channel is to inspire , educate , and empower you. Host, Nowoola Awopetu, a former Division I athlete at Villanova University, speaks to selectively vetted & credentialed mental health professionals to speak on various topics pertaining to mental health. These topics include depression, trauma, anxiety, & more. In addition, we bring on both current and former professional athletes, entrepreneurs, coaches to share their story and help inspire the future generation of dreamers!Follow us on IG: @pressingforward
Episodes
31 episodes
Keys to Building Wealth and True Prosperity in Life with Dr. William Danko | Co- Author of Millionaire Next Door
"After 31 years on the marketing faculty, including nine as chair, Bill Danko achieved emeritus status in 2007 at the School of Business, State University of New York at Albany. During his tenure, he focused on studying consumer behavior, parti...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:00:36
Empowered Through Adversity: Loli Gomez's Story of Strength and Support
This week's episode features Loli Gomez, Sports Performance Coach, and Former Division 1 WBB athlete at San Diego State University. In this episode, we dive into Loli's incredible journey from a Division 2 to Division 1 athlete, exploring...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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23:55
Finding Balance: A Dive into the World of Professional Water Polo with Olympian Simone van de Kraats
This weeks episode we speak with Simone van de Kraats ( @simonevandekraats_ ), World Champion/ European Champion and Olympian. In this episode , she delves into her experience as a pro...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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16:09
Taking Advantage of Your Position As An Athlete ft. Serenity Douglas, Sports Reporter/ University of Texas Track & Field Alum
This episode features Serenity Douglas, Sports Anchor at KYTXCBS19, University of Texas Track & Field Alum. Serenity, an 8-time All-American and 2-time Big 12 champion in ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:45
"Who Am I Outside of My Sport?", The Role of Identity, Faith & Family in Shaping Athletic Success with Talia Edmonds
Have you ever wondered how the children of athletes carve their own paths in the world of sports? Talia Edmonds, a volleyball star with roots at Michigan State and a flourishing journey at the University of Hawaii, joins us to unveil the pivota...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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33:08
How Being Overlooked & Battling Injuries Helped Build Resilience and Grit with All- American Sprinter, Kalen Walker
This episode, we sit down with, All- American Sprinter and school record holder in the 60M and 100M at University of Iowa, Kalen Walker. He talks about his journey from Eddyville, Iowa, to overcoming injuries, and maintaining a mindset to...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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30:54
Introduction to Personal Finance | Tom Mihok |Executive Director, Banker at J.P Morgan Private Bank
On week's this episode of the podcast - we sit down with Tom Mihok, Executive Director, Banker at J.P Morgan Private Bank. We discussed topics pertaining to personal finance including budgeting, investments, insurance, credit and more!
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Season 3
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1:00:27
Marginalized Communities & Mental Health | Sheila Arias | LMFT
On week's this episode of the podcast - we explore how the lack of accessibility , the fear of seeking help, & financial barriers play in mental health concerns within marginalized communities.As an Afro-Latina bilingual Licensed Ma...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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30:00
What Is Mindfulness and How Can It Benefit You? | Dr. Nicole Tetreault | Neuroscientist, Ph.D
Anxiety disorders affects 40 million adults , ages 18 and older every year.On this week's episode, we sit down with Neuroscientist, Author, International Speaker, Founder, Researcher, & Meditation Teacher, Dr. Nicole Tetreault, as we ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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27:35
The Cycle of Generational Trauma | Dr. Okosi | Pressing Forward Podcast
We kick off Season 3 of the Pressing Forward podcast as we sit down with @dr.okosi_psych, and explore how generational trauma can impact a person's ability to heal. Introduction (0:00- 1:20)What is Generational Trauma? (1:20- 7:00)<...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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35:56
1 on 1 with Founder of "MetaNu" & Mental Skills Advisor, Vincent Duffy | Pressing Forward Podcast |
On this week's episode, we sit down with founder of MetaNu and Mental Skills Advisor, Vincent Duffy, to discuss how he overcame the yips, finding his purpose, and ways of building self- confidence. He extensively shares his philosophy, and insi...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:13
Moving Past the Fear of Judgement | Nowoola Awopetu | Pressing Forward Podcast
"What will they think?" A question that remains a stumbling block and holds many back from pursuing their dreams. If I said I'm not guilty of the same thought at times, I'd be lying. However, in my short existence , I've come to le...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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8:52
"How to Overcome Performance Anxiety" | Dr. Nancy Graber | (LMHC, Mental Skills Trainer, and Sports & Performance Consultant)
This week's guest is Dr. Nancy Graber, Sport & Performance Consultant, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 20+ years of experience. She shares her knowledge on working with athletes and individuals with performance anxiety.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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22:01
"Overcoming Depression While I was in the NFL" | Trey Johnson | NFL Vet |
NFL Vet, Trey Johnson, speaks on experiencing athletic burnout after reaching the pinnacle of professional football; playing in the NFL. He shares how the truth about his journey in losing himself in everything the "dream" promises. B...
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34:09
"4 Lessons I Learned that Shaped My Athletic Career" | Nowoola Awopetu
This weeks episode is centered around “4 Things I Wish I Knew As a Younger Athlete”. 1. Understand and Appreciate Patience2. Leave no stones unturned3. Not to Base Entire Identity in Being an Athlete4. Be Yourself
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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10:40
"It's Cool To Make Plans but You Have To EXECUTE" | Nowoola Awopetu
On this week's episode we discuss the importance of execution, and why it's so important. Whether it's goal planning, starting a business, creating a project, EXECUTION IS THE ONLY THING THAT MATTERS IN THE END!Be Sure to LIKE , SHARE, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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10:07
"How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Build Positive Relationships" with Latiesha Wiggins, Mental Health Counselor
Many people often struggle setting effective boundaries in relationships due to people pleasing, low self-esteem, and simply not knowing how to do so. On this week's episode of The Pressing Forward Podcast, we sit down with Latiesh...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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28:29
Pro Soccer Player Talks Growing Up in Nigeria, Moving to the US, & Becoming a Pro
On this week's episode of the Pressing Forward podcast , we sit down with professional soccer player for the Miami FC, Boluwatife Akinyode, as he discusses growing up in Nigeria, moving to Brooklyn, NY, his path to the Pro ranks, and his goals ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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29:44
"Uncovering Our Trauma & How It Affects Us" | LPC, Hillary Aponte- Chimelis
On this weeks episode , we sit down with LPC, Hillary Aponte- Chimelis to discuss the topic of trauma and how it affects us. We dive into what exactly is trauma, the role our cultural upbringing plays into that , advice to parents, and more!&nb...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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26:43
"Finding My Purpose" | Former Division 1 Basketball Player | Emily Esposito
This week's guest former Maine Gatorade Player of the Year , Division 1 basketball player, Emily Esposito, speaks on the high and lows of playing on the big stage, mental health, and founding her business from those experiences.0:...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:49
What It's Like Attending A PWI As Black Athlete and First- Generation College Student | Tobi Joshuaville |
On this episode, we sit down with Tobi Joshuaville, former student- athlete at Rosemont College, and is now a Post- Grab Intern with the NCAA to talk about forming meaningful relationships, adjusting to a new environment, and shares exper...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:18
First Time in Therapy? This May Answer Some Questions | Dr. Taunya Tinsley |
On this week's episode of The Pressing Forward podcast, we sit down with Dr. Taunya Tinsley as she speaks on a range of topics including her athletic journey, the importance of a therapeutic alliance, misconceptions around mental health & m...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:45
How Greg Senat Went From D1 Basketball Player to NFL Draft Pick
On this week's episode of the Pressing Forward, Host Nowoola Awopetu sits down with Offensive Lineman for The New York Jets, Greg Senat. He speaks on his journey as a Division 1 basketball player to switching over to football in his senior year...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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40:00
Life After Sports: The Best Advice For Athletes | NFL Vet & Motivational Speaker Jeremiah Brown
On this weeks episode, we sit down with Jeremiah Brown. Jeremiah is CEO and founder of The L.E.A.D. LLC, a current Dean of Students, Motivational Speaker, certified life coach), and was a former employee of the New York Department of Education....
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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42:46
Why is Suicide Becoming So Prevalent in College Athletics? | Lexi Blackwell |
On this week's episode of the Pressing Forward, Host Nowoola Awopetu sits down with founder of Athlete Second. We speak on the importance of bringing awareness to suicide, signs to look for, and also ways to help. Lexi's platform aims at assist...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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