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The Mental Mettle Podcast
Matt Thomann
137 episodes
5 days ago
If your idea of toughness is resisting all change and never admitting your weaknesses, you’re blocking your own growth. It really is that simple. True strength means being willing to see where you fall short—and yes, even asking for help. It’s scary. It’s risky. But the reward is the chance to grow into a stronger, more honest version of yourself. I only learned to be vulnerable when I had no choice. After my stroke, I needed help—lots of it. That forced vulnerability led to some of the bigge...
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If your idea of toughness is resisting all change and never admitting your weaknesses, you’re blocking your own growth. It really is that simple. True strength means being willing to see where you fall short—and yes, even asking for help. It’s scary. It’s risky. But the reward is the chance to grow into a stronger, more honest version of yourself. I only learned to be vulnerable when I had no choice. After my stroke, I needed help—lots of it. That forced vulnerability led to some of the bigge...
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The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 135: If you want to grow in 2026, Be Vulnerable.
If your idea of toughness is resisting all change and never admitting your weaknesses, you’re blocking your own growth. It really is that simple. True strength means being willing to see where you fall short—and yes, even asking for help. It’s scary. It’s risky. But the reward is the chance to grow into a stronger, more honest version of yourself. I only learned to be vulnerable when I had no choice. After my stroke, I needed help—lots of it. That forced vulnerability led to some of the bigge...
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5 days ago
33 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 134: Beyond the Pitch: Maya Lambert on Turning Soccer Lessons into Career Strengths
In this episode of The Mental Mettle Podcast, Coach Thomann talks with former Purdue University captain and professional defender Maya Lambert about how her soccer journey prepared her for life and work beyond the game. We talk about: How competing in the Big Ten and serving as a leader at Purdue shaped her confidence and communicationThe mental toughness and perspective she gained from recovering from injuryHer experience playing professionally in Kazakhstan and the UEFA Women’s Champi...
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1 week ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 133: 100% Mettle: Coach Matt Thomann’s 9 Core Topics for Positive Toughness
In Episode 133 of The Mental Mettle Podcast, Coach Matt Thomann breaks down his framework for **100% Mettle**—the ability to recognize your strengths and limitations in adversity while embracing the repetition of positive actions that demonstrate real growth and change. Every coaching session Coach Thomann delivers centers on this idea. Growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it requires adversity. Recognizing both your strengths and your limitations in the face of that adversity is crucial for s...
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2 weeks ago
57 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 132: The Power of Hope with Derek Gordon
Derek Gordon is a Ministry Coordinator at a men’s homeless shelter in Peoria, and he understands the power of hope. In this episode of the Mental Mettle Podcast, Derek sits down with Coach Matt Thomann to discuss how his own mistakes—and his work at the shelter—have shaped his belief that hope is both necessary and, fortunately, an innate ability for moving forward. If you would like to learn more or donate to the shelter, reach them at Pathway Ministries: From Poverty to Progress through Jes...
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3 weeks ago
57 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep 131: Way of the Warrior: Leadership Coaching with SGT. Brett Miller
Coach Matt Thomann hosts The Mental Mettle Podcast with guest Brett Miller—Air National Guard Sergeant, Caterpillar auditor, youth coach, and founder of Way of the Warrior Leadership Academy. Brett takes us inside his Captain’s Class program, where athletes learn to lead themselves first, build real confidence through self-trust, and develop team cultures that outlast wins and losses. We dig into how Brett’s military, corporate, and coaching worlds cross-pollinate; why modeling behavior matte...
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1 month ago
1 hour 11 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 130: Happy Thanks "taking"
If someone hands you a wrapped gift, you take it, open it, smile, and say thank you. But when someone gives you the gift of gratitude—a compliment—do you do the same? Or do you deflect it with “It was nothing” or “I just got lucky”? When we don’t accept thanks, we rob the giver of the good feelings that come from expressing it. In this Mental Mettle episode, Coach Thomann flips “Thanksgiving” into “Thanks Taking.” Practicing gratitude with others is great—and we should do it—but we also need ...
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1 month ago
18 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 129: A Coach Looks at 50
Coach Thomann turns 50 this week, so on this week's episode he drops some knowledge about things he's learned from being a father, a husband, a teacher, a believer, and a coach. Tune in to hear him talk about positivity, confidence, aggressive patience, living your 100, and forging your mettle! Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and leaders! For more information about Mental Mettle Coaching Contact: coachthomann@gmail.com Www.mentalmettlelifecoaching.com S...
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1 month ago
56 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 128: Basketballs and Bibles with Robo Kreps
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Mental Mettle Podcast with your host, Coach Matt Thomann. In this episode, we dive deep into the incredible journey of Robo Kreps, a former professional basketball player who has seamlessly blended his passion for the game with his unwavering faith. Join us as we explore Robo's unique mission to reach those "who aren't stepping into the church but could get saved in the gym." Discover how his foundation, which combines basketball training with spiri...
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep 127: From Courts to Fields: 30 Years of Klay Wheeler's Coaching Insights
Welcome to "The Mental Mettle Podcast," hosted by Coach Matt Thomann! In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary 30-year coaching journey of Klay Wheeler, a seasoned coach who has impacted countless athletes across a wide range of sports. From basketball courts to football fields, Klay has seen it all and shares his invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of coaching. Join us as we explore Klay's diverse coaching experiences, the pivotal role of assistant coaches, and the increasin...
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2 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Episode 126: Building Mental Strength Take Mental Tools with Jason Drengwitz
A few years ago, Jason Drengwitz noticed a problem. He was asking the player of Normal Community Football to show mental strength, but he wasnt teaching how to be mentally strong. He fixed that. Now he uses intentional breathwork, love, and other methods to make sure his players build the mental strenght they need to continue their success. Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and leaders! For more information about Mental Mettle Coaching Contact: ...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 125: Sleep is your mental and physical superpower
The Monthly Mettle Challenge continues. This month Coach Matt Thomann turns into Mr. Sandman and talks about sleep. Due to his struggles with sleep and associated health issues, this a topic that Coach Thomann is passionate about. Learn about the dangers of lack of sleep, the benefits, and learn some tips. Sleep is not a nuisance or being lazy it is a mental and and physical superpower. Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top c...
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2 months ago
49 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
EP. 124: The Power of a Player-Led Team with Coach Tyler Erwin
Learn more about the Ember to Inferno program! Welcome to "The Mental Mettle Podcast," where we dive into the strategies, stories, and insights that shape successful teams and resilient individuals. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Coach Tyler Erwin, the head men's basketball coach at Midland University, join us to explore the transformative power of a player-led team. Coach Tyler Erwin shares his journey from player to coach and the lessons he's learned along the way. Discover...
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2 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 123: "What else is possible?" with endurance athlete Pierce Showe.
In this episode of the Mental Mettle Podcast, host Matt Thomann speaks with endurance athlete Pierce Showe about his journey into ultra marathons and the mental toughness required to succeed in endurance sports. They discuss the importance of mindset, the challenges of consecutive half marathons on a treadmill, and the experiences of running 200-mile races. Pierce shares insights on the power of positivity, faith, and resilience, as well as the significance of coaching and helping others achi...
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3 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 122: The Freedom to Lead: Sean Taylor’s Coaching Philosophy
In this episode of The Mental Mettle Podcast, Coach Sean Taylor of Moline Boys Basketball shares his philosophy on developing leaders within his program. Instead of forcing leadership, he creates space for his players to grow into it, allowing each athlete to find their own voice and role on the team. Coach Taylor and Coach Thomann discuss the balance between structure and freedom, the importance of trust, and how giving players ownership fosters both personal growth and team success. W...
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3 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 121: Transforming Athletes from the Inside Out with Coach Jamie Kromm
Coach Jamie Kromm believes in ripples. She believes in focusing on building mental traits that will help basketball players not only on the court but in life. Using Kamp Kromm she helps young hoopers develop traits that will affect them now and forever. Join Coach Matt Thomann as he sits down with Coach Kromm. Together, they discuss the power of mental coaching in athletes. Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and leaders!...
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3 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
EP. 120: Looking for that "edge" with HOF basketball coach Tim Meiss
Tim Meiss has been coaching for more than half a century, but he continues to find ways to improve. In this episode, Coach Thomann talks to him about why he believes that mental training is the next evolution in basketball coaching. We also talk identity, faith, and hoops. Coach Meiss has 5 decades of experience, don't miss out! Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and leaders! For more information about Mental Mettle Coaching Contact:...
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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 119: Intentional Positivity is the Key to Happiness.
Whatever we put our time and effort into, we improve on. If you want more happiness and fulfillment in your life, you have to spend time being intentionally positive. It's not hard, but you have to be intentional about it. Our natural default is negativity, so it takes purpose to move forward in positivity. Coach Thomann discusses the research and tools that can help you help yourself. Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and le...
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3 months ago
50 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
Ep. 118. Unified Hearts, Fearless Minds, and National Championships with Greg Tonagel.
Greg Tonagel won 500 games faster than any coach in collegiate history. He also has 3 National Championships as the Head Coach at Indiana Wesleyan University. He wins, and he does not with Xs and Os, but with unified hearts and fearless minds. If you want to gain insight into how to coach with a positive and transformational attitude, this episode is for you. Do not miss it. Subscribe for more episodes and insights from top coaches and leader...
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4 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
EP. 117: Anchored in Faith: JaDawn Bryant's Guide to Purposeful Leadership
Welcome to The Mental Mettle Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by the inspiring JaDawn Bryant, a dynamic coach and evangelist who seamlessly blends faith with her approach to leadership and coaching. Discover how JaDawn's journey from athlete to a celebrated coach is deeply rooted in her unwavering faith and commitment to integrity. 🏀🙏 JaDawn shares her insights on: Building a resilient and faith-driven team culture The power of intention and purpose in coaching Navigating challenges w...
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4 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
EP 116: Finding Identity Beyond the Court: Zach Cleveland's Journey
In this powerful episode of The Mental Mettle Podcast, Coach Thomann delves into the inspiring story of Zach Cleveland, a dedicated basketball player from Liberty University, who shares how his faith in God has shaped his life both on and off the court. Listen as Zach opens up about: The transformative role of his faith in Jesus Christ in defining his identity beyond basketball. How staying connected with his teammates through shared beliefs is a superpower for their success. Ba...
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4 months ago
56 minutes

The Mental Mettle Podcast
If your idea of toughness is resisting all change and never admitting your weaknesses, you’re blocking your own growth. It really is that simple. True strength means being willing to see where you fall short—and yes, even asking for help. It’s scary. It’s risky. But the reward is the chance to grow into a stronger, more honest version of yourself. I only learned to be vulnerable when I had no choice. After my stroke, I needed help—lots of it. That forced vulnerability led to some of the bigge...