Episodes

  • Teague Moore: Overcoming Challenges, Winning a National Title, and Honoring His Father’s Legacy

    Teague Moore: Overcoming Challenges, Winning a National Title, and Honoring His Father’s Legacy
    Oct 3 2024
    Teague Moore, a three-time All-American and national champion at Oklahoma State, discussed his wrestling journey. He recalled losing to Jeremy Hunter in high school and finally winning a high school state championship. Moore highlighted his pivotal meeting with John Smith at Fargo, which led to his commitment to Oklahoma State. He detailed his national championship win in 1998 over David Morgan and the emotional impact of his father's passing. Moore also reflected on his international career, including his silver at the World Cup and the influence of Coach Smith and other mentors. He emphasized the importance of embracing challenges and the potential for rule changes to enhance dual meets.

    Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Teague Moore on Episode 35 of the Go Earn It Podcast.


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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Cody Brewer: Chasing competition, mentorship and The Punisher - Ep. 34

    Cody Brewer: Chasing competition, mentorship and The Punisher - Ep. 34
    Sep 18 2024
    Cody Brewer, a national champion and four-time All-American wrestler, discussed his wrestling journey and coaching career. He highlighted his mentor, Mike Lightner, and his best wrestling IQs. Brewer shared his early wrestling experiences, including his first state championship and his high school losses. He recounted his 2014 national title win and the 2015 loss to Nahshon Garrett. Brewer emphasized the importance of chasing competition and building relationships with athletes. He also reflected on his transition to coaching and the significance of his Punisher skull tattoo, symbolizing his grandmother's memory.

    Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Cody Brewer on Episode 34 of the Go Earn It Podcast.


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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Daton Fix: Fighting through the setbacks - Ep. 33

    Daton Fix: Fighting through the setbacks - Ep. 33
    Sep 4 2024
    Daton Fix, a five-time Big 12 champion, five-time NCAA Division I All-American and Junior World Champion, discussed his wrestling journey. He highlighted his experiences at Gallagher-Iba Arena, including his final match against Iowa, and his high school career, where he won four state titles. Fix recounted his recruitment process, choosing Oklahoma State over other top colleges.

    He reflected on his dedication, mentions of his favorite Cowboy growing up, Steve Mocco, and his first meeting with John Smith. Fix also discussed his faith, the impact of setbacks, and his future goals, including becoming an Olympic gold medalist.

    Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Daton Fix on Episode 33 of the Go Earn It Podcast.


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    54 mins
  • Kerry McCoy: World silver medalist, two-time Olympian, former college head coach - Ep. 32

    Kerry McCoy: World silver medalist, two-time Olympian, former college head coach - Ep. 32
    Aug 24 2024
    Shane Sparks' discussion with World silver medalist, three-time NCAA All-American, two-time NCAA champion and two-time Olympian Kerry McCoy on Episode 32 of the Go Earn It Podcast.
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Brandon Paulson: Olympic medalist, All-American and renowned club coach - Ep. 31

    Brandon Paulson: Olympic medalist, All-American and renowned club coach - Ep. 31
    Aug 9 2024
    Shane Sparks talks with Olympic silver medalist, NCAA All-American and respected club coach Brandon Paulson on Episode 31 of the Go Earn It Podcast.
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    1 hr
  • Eric Larkin: NCAA Champion and Hodge winner building something Valiant (Part 2)

    Eric Larkin: NCAA Champion and Hodge winner building something Valiant (Part 2)
    Jul 20 2024
    Part 2 of Shane Sparks' discussion with four-time All-American, NCAA champion and 2003 Dan Hodge Trophy Winner Eric Larkin on Episode 30 of the Go Earn It Podcast.
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    29 mins
  • Eric Larkin: NCAA Champion and Hodge winner building something Valiant (Part 1)

    Eric Larkin: NCAA Champion and Hodge winner building something Valiant (Part 1)
    Jul 19 2024
    Part 1 of Shane Sparks' discussion with four-time All-American, NCAA champion and 2003 Dan Hodge Trophy Winner Eric Larkin on Episode 30 of the Go Earn It Podcast.
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    29 mins
  • Jared Frayer: Experiencing the Olympics - Ep. 28

    Jared Frayer: Experiencing the Olympics - Ep. 28
    Jul 9 2024
    Part 2 of Shane Sparks' discussion with current Virginia Tech associate head coach and 2012 Olympian Jared Frayer on Episode 28 of the Go Earn It Podcast.
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    34 mins