Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports
07/28/23 • 37 min
In this special episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii was featured on the Between Two Worlds podcast, hosted by Megan Reyes. Megan is a sports industry influencer, on-camera host, content creator, and a leading voice for social justice, diversity and inclusion, and mental health in sports.
In this riveting conversation originally aired on Between Two Worlds, Lisa joins other notable Filipino-American figures in the sports industry, including Bianca Verar, Alex Monis, and Camille Wilson. Together, they explore the Filipino-American experience in sports and discuss their connections to their heritage through the lens of soccer.
This episode is rich with insights and stories, giving listeners a unique look into their journeys and the intersection of culture, identity, and sports. Listen in as they discuss the importance of mental health, the challenges and rewards of their careers, and the role of soccer in shaping their experiences.
Lisa’s niece, Reina Bonta, who is currently representing the Philippine Women’s National Team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, is featured in this episode.
“To see Reina on the world’s stage, writing her own history, our family’s history, our country’s history brings me to tears with pride” – Lisa
Other Featured Guests in “Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports”
- Bianca Verar – Brand Marketing Manager at Houston Dash (NWSL)
- Alex Monis – Professional Soccer Player at Chicago Fire (MLS)
- Camille Wilson – Former Philippines Women’s National Team Midfielder
- Lisa Bonta-Sumii – Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist, and Mental Sport Performance Coach at Oakland Roots SC (USL Championship)
Note: This episode was originally aired on the Between Two Worlds podcast. For more fascinating conversations like this one, follow Between Two Worlds hosted by Megan Reyes, a prominent content creator and athlete advocate.
Wrapping up:
- Athlete Mindset is part of the KazSource Podcast Network
- Presented by SportsEpreneur: a digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sports
- content brings people together: KazCM
Social media and more:
- Lisa Bonta Sumii: LinkedIn | Twitter | AthMindset website
- Megan Reyes: Website | Gondola
- Between Two Worlds Podcast: Simplecast
- SportsEpreneur: TikTok | Instagram | Twitter
Related episodes to Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports:
- A Glaring Controversy With Name, Image, Likeness (NIL): International Student-Athletes Can’t Cash In
- Adama Sanogo: An Inspirational Journey and Leading UConn to Glory
Two current projects:
- We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs
- Short-form video production: KazCM
Credits:
- This podcast was produced by the team at KazCM
- Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
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In this special episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii was featured on the Between Two Worlds podcast, hosted by Megan Reyes. Megan is a sports industry influencer, on-camera host, content creator, and a leading voice for social justice, diversity and inclusion, and mental health in sports.
In this riveting conversation originally aired on Between Two Worlds, Lisa joins other notable Filipino-American figures in the sports industry, including Bianca Verar, Alex Monis, and Camille Wilson. Together, they explore the Filipino-American experience in sports and discuss their connections to their heritage through the lens of soccer.
This episode is rich with insights and stories, giving listeners a unique look into their journeys and the intersection of culture, identity, and sports. Listen in as they discuss the importance of mental health, the challenges and rewards of their careers, and the role of soccer in shaping their experiences.
Lisa’s niece, Reina Bonta, who is currently representing the Philippine Women’s National Team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, is featured in this episode.
“To see Reina on the world’s stage, writing her own history, our family’s history, our country’s history brings me to tears with pride” – Lisa
Other Featured Guests in “Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports”
- Bianca Verar – Brand Marketing Manager at Houston Dash (NWSL)
- Alex Monis – Professional Soccer Player at Chicago Fire (MLS)
- Camille Wilson – Former Philippines Women’s National Team Midfielder
- Lisa Bonta-Sumii – Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist, and Mental Sport Performance Coach at Oakland Roots SC (USL Championship)
Note: This episode was originally aired on the Between Two Worlds podcast. For more fascinating conversations like this one, follow Between Two Worlds hosted by Megan Reyes, a prominent content creator and athlete advocate.
Wrapping up:
- Athlete Mindset is part of the KazSource Podcast Network
- Presented by SportsEpreneur: a digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sports
- content brings people together: KazCM
Social media and more:
- Lisa Bonta Sumii: LinkedIn | Twitter | AthMindset website
- Megan Reyes: Website | Gondola
- Between Two Worlds Podcast: Simplecast
- SportsEpreneur: TikTok | Instagram | Twitter
Related episodes to Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports:
- A Glaring Controversy With Name, Image, Likeness (NIL): International Student-Athletes Can’t Cash In
- Adama Sanogo: An Inspirational Journey and Leading UConn to Glory
Two current projects:
- We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs
- Short-form video production: KazCM
Credits:
- This podcast was produced by the team at KazCM
- Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
The post Between Two Worlds Podcast | The Filipino-American Experience in Sports appeared first on SportsEpreneur.
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The Sports Backdrop Podcast | Sports Science, Bullying, Sleep with Dr. Erik Korem
This is a special episode from the flagship show on SportsEpreneur: “The Sports Backdrop”
Sports got us together in the first place, but in this podcast, sports are the backdrop for way bigger conversations!
This is a conversation on the simplification of sports science, a story on bullying, and sleep.
You can find “The Sports Backdrop” on your podcast player of choice.
In this episode, sports scientist Dr. Erik Korem joins The Sports Backdrop. With his extensive background in collegiate football, the NFL, and as the founder of AIM7, Dr. Korem offers practical, scientifically grounded tips for everyday wellness improvement.
Topics discussed in The Sports Backdrop Podcast | Sports Science, Bullying, Sleep with Dr. Erik Korem:
- College football at Texas A&M and adapting to a coaching change.
- Overcoming challenges in his college career with the “chopping wood” mentality.
- Personal encounter with bullying and its life-long impact.
- The power of enforcing your will to achieve goals.
- Making sense of the vast world of biohacking.
- Easy, everyday steps to improve physical fitness.
- The pros and cons of wearable tech.
- Importance of taking breaks for overall wellbeing.
- Why he creates, appears on, and shares podcast content.
- Simple tips for better sleep.
Wrapping up:
- digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sports: SportsE
- want to create impactful content: KazCM
Social media:
- Eric Kasimov: LinkedIn | Twitter
- KazSource: TikTok | YouTube
- SportsE: Instagram | Twitter
- Erik Korem: website
Related content:
- Developing Mental Skills | Elev8 Podcast
- Recognizing and Managing Trauma: A Guide for Witnesses and Those Affected
- Sports as an Outlet | Oakland “Roots Radio”
Two current projects:
- We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs
- The podcast that saves and entertains: Saviors of the Metaverse
Credits:
- Listen on: Apple Podcasts
- Listen on: Spotify
- Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
The post The Sports Backdrop Podcast | Sports Science, Bullying, Sleep with Dr. Erik Korem appeared first on SportsEpreneur.
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Helping Athletes Transition to Life After Sports | Athletes to Entrepreneurs Podcast
This is a unique Athlete Mindset episode where Lisa Bonta Sumii is the guest. And it’s all about helping athletes transition to life after sports... Athletes to Entrepreneurs.
The host for this episode is Rob Finkelstein. Rob is the CEO & Founder of Alumni Direct. And he is the host of the podcast Athletes to Entrepreneurs. We’re bringing an episode of his show to the Athlete Mindset podcast because it’s all about sports and mental health.
About the Athletes to Entrepreneurs podcast:
Athletes to Entrepreneurs is a podcast where Rob speaks with former college and professional athletes from all over the world as they share the joys, successes, failures, and lessons of their entrepreneurial journey. Hosted by Rob Finkelstein of Alumni Direct, the number-one network for alumni worldwide. Listen to the AtoE podcast.
About this episode:
A conversation about going from youth soccer player to CEO of AthMindset and host of the Athlete Mindset podcast
“The things I’m doing give me energy. I’m able to use my time more productively and intentionally when I have things I’m working on that mean a lot to me, that are my purpose, and that are meaningful.” -Lisa Bonta Sumii
Advice to current athletes about preparing for a transition out of sports.
“I find that those who have the healthiest, most positive experience transitioning out of their sport have other identities that they’ve already developed, and feel good about and proud of before they leave their sport.” -Lisa Bonta Sumii
Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW | Athlete Mindset podcast host:
Lisa is a psychotherapist and mental performance consultant to high-performing athletes at the youth, collegiate, Olympic-hopeful, and professional levels. She is the first-ever Mental Health & Performance Coach for the Oakland Roots SC, a men’s professional soccer team, in the USL. Lisa is the Founder & CEO of AthMindset, a diverse team of licensed mental health clinicians and mental performance consultants, who serve alongside her.
Wrapping up Helping Athletes Transition to Life After Sports:
- Athlete Mindset is part of the KazSource Podcast Network
- Presented by SportsEpreneur: a digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sports
- content brings people together: KazCM
Social media and more:
- Lisa Bonta Sumii: LinkedIn | Twitter | AthMindset website
- SportsEpreneur: TikTok | Instagram | Twitter
- Athletes to Entrepreneurs: Podcast
- Rob Finkelstein: LinkedIn
- Alumni Direct LLC: Website
Related episodes to “Helping Athletes Transition to Life After Sports | Athletes to Entrepreneurs Podcast”:
- James Cotton | A Buckeye Transitioning in Sports, Life, and Business
- How to Take Advantage of Your Amazing Network as an Elite Athlete
Two current projects:
- We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs
- Short-form video production: KazCM
Credits:
- This podcast was produced by the team at KazCM
- Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
The post Helping Athletes Transition to Life After Sports | Athletes to Entrepreneurs Podcast appeared first on SportsEpreneur.
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