We’re living and leading in a VUCA world — defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. And if leaders aren’t intentional, that environment will quietly erode team culture, fracture alignment, and stall productivity.

In this episode of Third & 30 – A Coach’s Podcast, we break down why vision is no longer optional. When leaders fail to clearly communicate the mission and consistently tell the story of where the team is going, confusion fills the gap. We discuss how clarity combats chaos and why alignment is the foundation of sustained performance.

We also unpack the 3 P’s of Culture — Permit, Promote, Practice. What you allow becomes the standard. What you celebrate becomes the focus. What you rehearse becomes your identity.

Finally, we dive into the importance of true teamwork — understanding roles, maximizing individual strengths, and creating environments where everyone contributes to the mission.

If you’re a coach, leader, educator, or business professional navigating pressure and uncertainty, this episode will challenge you to lead with greater clarity and intentionality.

Because at Third & 30, we believe opportunity is everything — especially in the moments that test your leadership most.

On this episode of the Third & 30 Podcast, we dive into leadership under pressure, the role of discipline and systems in sustaining successful football programs, and what championship environments reveal about coaching and culture. With NFL Championship Weekend as our backdrop, we explore how adversity, momentum swings, and high-stakes decision-making separate great leaders from the rest.

Our conversation bridges the gap between professional football and the high school sideline, drawing real-world parallels for coaches and leaders at every level. We break down how effective leaders call audibles without abandoning identity, how programs build consistency beyond motivation, and how today’s coaching landscape continues to evolve with increased exposure and external pressures.

This episode offers actionable insights for coaches, educators, and anyone invested in developing people through sport and leadership. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of resilience, preparation, and the mindset needed to lead when everything is on the line.

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Welcome back to the Third & 30 Podcast—where we believe opportunity is everything. In this episode, we dive deep into resilience, accountability, and mental toughness, exploring how growth is forged both on and off the field.

Host Praveen Mantripragada is joined by co-host Coach Jason Chadock for a powerful conversation centered on one core question: Is mental toughness something that can be taught—or does it only develop when life puts you to the test?

Our guest this week is Joe Buckner, entrepreneur, performance coach, and founder of Beautifully Savage. Joe’s story is one of raw transformation. From homelessness and incarceration to building a successful coaching and fitness brand, his journey is grounded in self-ownership, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of purpose.

Joe shares hard-earned lessons on leadership, motivation, and accountability, breaking down what it truly means to “fight” in business, relationships, and life—far beyond the physical sense. We discuss how to build strong culture through community, confront shame and past failures, balance growth with mental well-being, and lead with authenticity when the stakes are high.

This episode is an honest, no-excuses conversation about embracing discomfort, learning through adversity, and developing the mindset required to win when things are not going your way.

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In this week’s episode of Third & 30, Praveen Mantripragada and Coach Jason Chadock break down a wild weekend of football through the lens of situational awareness — or the lack of it. From college sidelines to NFL huddles, we spotlight the moments that defined games: brilliant decisions under pressure, head-scratching mistakes, and everything in between.

We unpack game-changing sequences, coaching choices, player execution, and how awareness (or missteps) separates contenders from pretenders. Expect sharp analysis, candid takes, and a few passionate rants as we take you inside the strategy and chaos that shaped the weekend’s biggest storylines.

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