Hangin with the AD is an interview style podcast where Don Baker (CMAA), Cobb County School (GA) District Director of Athletics, partners with Josh Mathews (CMAA), Pope High School (GA) Athletic Director, to discuss hot topics and lessons learned with leaders in the world of athletics. These leaders include high school athletic directors at the district and local school levels; college athletic administrators; leaders in spaces that connect to athletics such as nutrition, wellness, recruiting,…
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Episode 156: Dan Hauser - Vice President and Director of Athletics - High Point University - High Point, NC
Welcome back to another edition of the Hangin' with the AD Podcast. Today's guest is one of the most innovative and forward-thinking leaders in college athletics. Dan Hauser serves as the Vice President and Director of Athletics at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina, a position he has held since 2014. Before arriving at High Point, Dan built a strong foundation in athletic…
Episode 155: Matt Whiting - Director of Athletics - Central Arkansas University - Conway, AR
On this episode of the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast , we head to the Natural State and sit down with Matt Whiting, the Director of Athletics at University of Central Arkansas. Since stepping into the lead chair in 2024, Matt has been navigating the challenge of following a longtime athletic director, leading through one of the most transformational periods in college athletics, and helping shape…
Welcome back to another episode of the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast. Today’s conversation is one we’ve been looking forward to for quite some time. Joining us is Nathan Whitaker — a New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and Super Bowl champion. Many of you know his work alongside legendary NFL coach Tony Dungy, where together they’ve shared powerful lessons on leadership, faith, and…
Episode 153: Kim Coleman - Executive Director - Athletes for a Better World - Atlanta, GA
Welcome back to another episode of the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast . Today, we’re bringing you a special conversation that goes beyond wins, losses, and championships—because as athletic leaders, we know the real impact of sports is found in the lessons that last long after the final whistle. We’re joined by Kim Coleman , Executive Director of Athletes for a Better World , an organization built on…
Episode 152: Dr. Kellen Lee - Mental Skills Coach at Seattle Mariners - San Jose, CA
Welcome back to the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast . Today’s episode is one we’ve been excited about for a long time, because we’re diving into a space that’s become a true game-changer at every level of athletics: mental performance. Our guest today is Kellen Lee — a Certified Mental Performance Consultant with a master’s degree in Sport Psychology and a PhD in Performance Psychology. Kellen has…
Episode 151: Rob Seymour - Athletic Director - Fishers High School - Fishers, IN
Welcome back to the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast. In this episode, we’re joined by Rob Seymour, an athletic director at Fishers High School in Fishers, Indiana, where he has served since 2014. Rob is the past president of the Indiana Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, a member of the NIAAA national teaching faculty for LTC 714, and an National Federation of State High School…
Episode 150: Steve Throne, CMAA - 2025 NIAAA President - Activities Director & Assistant Principal - Millard South High School in Omaha, NE
Welcome back to the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast This is a special episode for us, because we’re joined once again by a familiar voice and a great friend of the show—Steve “Throney” Throne. Each year, we’re fortunate to sit down with the current President of the NIAAA, and this annual conversation has become one of our favorite traditions. In 2025, that role belongs to Steve Throne, and today we’re…
Episode 149: Brian Dodd - Author - Leadership Expert - Top 10 Sports Books of 2025 - Woodstock, GA
Today we have the privilege of welcoming back a familiar face — our most tenured guest — Brian Dodd. This episode has become a highlight of our year because Brian joins us annually to unveil his Top 10 Sports Books , giving us plenty of ideas for our Christmas lists and leadership libraries. Brian’s blog, Brian Dodd on Leadership , continues to be a must-read for anyone in or out of formal…
Episode 148: Champ Bailey - NFL & College Football Hall of Famer - Positive Athlete Ambassador - Atlanta, GA
Today’s episode is one of those special moments for our podcast — a true honor to sit down with one of the greatest to ever play the game. Our guest is Pro Football Hall of Famer, College Football Hall of Famer, and Georgia legend Champ Bailey. Over a 15-year NFL career with Washington and Denver, Champ became the gold standard at the cornerback position — earning 12 Pro Bowl selections, seven…
Episode 147: Bailey Miles - Host of the Building Excellence Podcast - Jenks, OK
Welcome to another episode of the Hangin’ with the AD podcast! In today’s episode, we’re joined by someone who knows a thing or two about building leaders and pursuing excellence. Our guest is Bailey Miles, the founder and host of the Building Excellence Podcast. Bailey is an entrepreneur who’s spent time in the home-building business and other ventures, and some may recognize him from his days on…
