Exploring The Rise of Arm Injuries, Protecting Young Athletes, and Arm Care 101 with Dr. Keith Meister
Did you know there's an alarming increased rate of arm injuries in baseball? In this episode I'm joined by Orthopedic Surgeon and head physician for the Texas Rangers, Dr. Keith Meister as we dive int...
13 Aug 202443min
Pro MLB Player Turned Financial Advisor: What Every Athlete Needs to Protect Their Wealth with Jacob Turner
How early should I be thinking about getting a financial advisor? Today's guest has a unique perspective as both a player AND financial advisor and we're giving you the knowledge you need to navigate ...
6 Aug 202453min
Keys to Unlocking Your Mental Game with Pro NHL, NBA, and MLB Mental Skills Coach, Johan Martinez-Khalilian
Athletes are constantly striving to push their limits and achieve peak performance. However, the road to success is often filled with challenges, and setbacks that can test even the most seasoned athl...
30 Jul 20241h 22min
Hitting 101 with Major League Hitting Coach and Travel Baseball Parent, Alec Zumwalt
Ever wonder what it takes to climb the ranks in professional baseball? In this episode, I am joined by my good friend, Alec Zumwalt, hitting coach for the Kansas City Royals. With a career that spans ...
23 Jul 20241h 7min
A Parent's Guide to What Scouts Look for In Travel Baseball Players with MLB Scout, Alex McClure
Want to know how to attract the attention of scouts and maximize opportunities to play at the next level? In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Alex McClure, a West Coast cross checker ...
18 Jul 20241h 27min
Austin Riley on Youth Baseball, College Recruitment, and MLB Success
This episode is your survival guide from your young athlete's crazy summer schedules to the mental and physical preparation it takes to sign and thrive in the big league. In this episode I sit down wi...
16 Jul 20241h 32min
Breaking Into the Business of Baseball from College Player to Top Agent
Ready for the tools and knowledge to guide your player on their journey to pro baseball? I'm Matt Hannaford, and in this very first episode of "The Advocate," you'll get an inside look at my journey f...
16 Jul 202436min
Welcome to The Advocate Podcast!
This is your go-to source for navigating the world of Major League Baseball and your road to get there. I'm Matt Hannaford, a former collegiate baseball player turned agent to some of the game's best ...
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