Game Changers with Molly Fletcher

If you're one of the 1.4 million members of the Peloton community, then you probably already know Ally Love. Ally is a Peloton instructor, founder of Love Squad, in-arena host for the NBA's Brooklyn Nets, and Adidas global ambassador. In other words, she does it all. On this episode, Ally shares how to keep people engaged in a virtual environment, her approach to tough conversations, and how she's successfully built a multi-dimensional career.

Bruce Pearl, a seasoned college basketball coach with 25 years of experience, shares his incredible journey from student manager to driving teams like Auburn to unprecedented success. He discusses his unique leadership philosophy that emphasizes vision and player development. Bruce highlights the importance of embracing an underdog mentality and reflects on work-life balance and lessons learned from coaching legends like Pat Summitt. His fighter mentality and commitment to getting teams to exceed their potential shine throughout the conversation.

When the WNBA tips off this weekend, Atlanta Dream guard Renee Montgomery won't be there. Renee is sitting out the 2020 WNBA season to focus on the fight for social justice reform. A two-time WNBA champion and former standout at the University of Connecticut, Renee has carved out an 11-year career in the pros. Now, she's focused her attention on another mission. On this episode, Renee shares why she's trading basketball for a greater purpose and what it means to use your platform for change.

Steven Kotler, Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and bestselling author, dives into the science of peak performance. He unpacks the concept of flow, an optimal state that enhances productivity and well-being. Kotler emphasizes the role of mindset, asserting it can contribute up to 90% to success. He discusses neurobiological changes tied to flow, the impact of exponential technology on industries, and shares practical strategies for integrating flow activities into daily life to unlock potential and foster creativity.

Know the feeling of getting bombarded with too many pings, dings and rings? You're not alone. Nir Eyal writes and consults about the intersection of psychology, technology and business. His latest book, Indistractable, reveals the hidden psychology driving us to distraction. On this episode, Nir shares the practical techniques to control your time and attention—helping you live the life you really want. His four-step, research-backed model will help you manage distractions and finally do what you say you will do.

Where along the way did we trade in our confidence and courage for approval and acceptance? And why? That's the question Reshma Saujani challenges us with in her book Brave, Not Perfect. Reshma is the founder & CEO of Girls Who Code, an international nonprofit working to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Her TED Talk, "Teach girls bravery, not perfection," has been viewed more than 4 million times and sparked a worldwide conversation about how we're raising our girls. On this episode, we talk about how to fear less, fail more and live boldly.

James Franklin is one of the top college football coaches in the country. Since arriving at Penn State University in 2014, Franklin has led the Nittany Lions to three top-10 finishes and a Big Ten championship. His journey took him from Division II quarterback to college coach, where he found unlikely success at Vanderbilt before taking on the challenge of rebuilding the storied Penn State program. On this episode, we dig into how he built trust in a tough environment when he arrived at Penn State and the ways his leadership approach has evolved over the years.

Tony Gonzalez, NFL Hall of Famer and FOX Sports analyst, shares his journey of growth and resilience. He discusses the power of running toward fear and the importance of loving the process rather than just the outcomes. Tony reveals how visualization and consistency fueled his NFL success and how curiosity drives lifelong learning. He highlights balancing football with family, the challenges of transitioning to TV, and his commitment to learning Spanish. Tune in for insights on discipline, journaling, and cultivating emotional performance.

We all have stories we tell ourselves that define the way we live our lives. Stories help you make sense of your life, but they can also keep you stuck. How can you become the editor of your life? Therapist Lori Gottlieb is the author of the New York Times bestseller Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and writes the Dear Therapist advice column for The Atlantic. In this conversation, we talk about how to defeat toxic thinking, change our self-limiting narratives, and get unstuck. It's about changing your narrative to change your life.

Dan Quinn, head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, shares insights on integrating mental skills training into elite performance. He emphasizes the importance of mindset in achieving success, discussing techniques to develop mental toughness and focus. Joining him, Russ Rausch, founder of Vision Pursue, highlights the difference between default and performance mindsets. They address overcoming skepticism about mental training and share strategies for managing emotions and distractions during high-pressure situations, promoting a people-first approach in leadership.