Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, community, and progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry, this podcast isn’t about preaching or claiming to have all the answers. Instead, it’s a platform for honest, thought-provoking conversations exploring how to create positive, actionable change in and through sports.
Born from a passion for progress, Pre-Zero Sports Talk explores the pressing topics shaping our world today—leadership, innovation, community impact, performance and well-being, regenerative agriculture, governance, and more. Each episode goes beyond the surface, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
This is a space for real conversations with real people about real issues—conversations that challenge norms, break barriers, and spark action. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, industry leader, or someone seeking to make a difference, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Subscribe now to join a movement that informs, entertains, and empowers. Together, let’s redefine the role of sports in building a cleaner, safer, and more connected world—one episode at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 58 minutes
- Episodes
- 75
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Climate, Truth & Story: A Conversation with Thomas Schueneman
In Episode 55, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Thomas Schueneman, an environmental journalist, climate advocate, and Global Warming Is Real founder. Through an honest, reflective, and hopeful conver…
From Sports Executive to Business Coach: A Conversation with Fred Ewig
In this Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Fred Ewig, a former sports executive turned business coach. Fred brings over two decades of experience across profession…
How AI Is Transforming Leadership and the Future of Work – with Scott Morris
In this episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Scott Morris, founder of PropulsionAI and former Chief People Officer, to explore how AI is redefining leadershi…
Living an Adventurous and Purpose-Driven Life with Florian Hornig
In this powerful episode of Pre-Zero Sports Talk, host Sid Bensalah welcomes adventurer, coach, and lifelong seeker of simplicity Florian Hornig, who joins the show while anchored off the coast of Mo…
B.E.T. On It: Coaching Gen Z Athletes with David Durand
Episode #51 — Winning with Your Nervous System: Insights from David Durand
In this Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode, host Sid Bensalah speaks with David Durand, sports performance and psychology c…
Empowering Women in Golf: Mary Boecker’s Story
In this milestone 50th episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah speaks with Mary Boecker, founder of Queen City Links Ladies. From her first frustrating experience on the course…
Beyond Charity: Transforming Communities with Dr. Alvin Sanders
In this Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Reverend Dr. Alvin Sanders, President and CEO of World Impact, to explore redemptive poverty work, faith, leadership, an…
Own It: How Accountability Fuels Leadership and Success
In this episode, host Sid Bensalah discusses with Robert J. Hunt, widely known as The Accountability Guy. Robert is a top-ranked podcast guest, executive coach, business leader, and co-author of Nobo…
From Rock Bottom to Peak Performance | Don McLaughlin’s Transformation
What if hitting rock bottom was the wake-up call you never knew you needed?
Many of us chase success—money, titles, status—only to find ourselves burned out, unfulfilled, or lost. But what happens whe…
Transforming Youth Sports with Anthony Mac Neil
In this episode, host Sid Bensalah converses with Anthony Mac Neil, president and co-founder of Premier Sports Leagues. Anthony shares his compelling journey from growing up in a small mining town in…
Fashion’s Hidden Impact: Sustainability, History & Sportswear with Victoria Scholz
Did you know that King Louis XIV shaped fashion as we know it today? The Sun King didn’t just rule France—he ruled fashion, creating trends, exclusivity, and the foundation of the modern fashion indu…
Leadership Transformed: Breaking Barriers with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville
In Episode #44 of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah speaks with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, a pioneer in integrative healthcare and visionary leadership. Dr. Dorothy shares her insp…
Bert TerHart: Sailing Into the Unknown Survival Sustainability
What if the ocean was your only home for months—with no land in sight, safety net, or turning back?
Would you survive? Would you thrive?
In episode 43, host Sid Bensalah interviews Bert TerHart, an adv…
Athletic IQ with Dr. Scott Goldman
How do elite athletes make split-second decisions under pressure? What separates good players from great ones isn’t just skill; it’s how they think.
In episode#42 of Pre-Zero Sports Talk, host Sid Ben…
Unlocking Leadership: Balancing Career and Success
In this Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast episode, 41, host Sid Bensalah interviews Alex Love, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at RIVA Solutions and host of the Mastering the Art of Failing…
Athletics Meets Entrepreneurship: Walker Ferguson's Journey
In Episode #40, host Sid Bensalah interviews Walker Ferguson, a student-athlete, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for mental wellness. As a football safety for Wake Forest University and the co-…
Soil to Sustainability: Climate Solutions with Samantha Jewel
What If the Secret to Saving Our Planet Was Right Beneath Our Feet?
In Episode#39, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Samantha Jewel, a visionary in soil carbon and regenerative agriculture. With nearly…
Mastering Mental Toughness with Kate Allgood
What if you could unlock the secrets to mastering mental toughness and resilience, both on and off the field?
In this Pre-Zero Sports Talk podcast episode, host Sid Bensalah discusses Kate Allgood, a …
From the Ice to Impact: Lewis Simon’s Journey of Purpose and Change
From the Ice to Impact: Lewis Simon’s Journey of Purpose and Change
In this episode#37, host Sid Bensalah interviews Lewis Simon. They delve into Lewis's transition from a dedicated hockey player to t…
Leadership Redefined: Emotional Intelligence and Team Performance
In episode 36, host Sid Bensalah interviews Ronald Reich, a leadership development coach with over 30 years of experience. Ron shares actionable insights on emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and…