In this episode of the Talking With Donato Podcast, we dive into true Mat Mentality with rising collegiate wrestling star Tamara “Firefly” Humphries of Pitt-Johnstown Women’s Wrestling. From dominating the mat at 117 pounds to building a powerful presence on social media, Tamara represents the new generation of women’s sports athletes balancing school, work, and elite competition.We talk about her journey from Brashear High School state qualifier to winning the Wilkes Women’s Wrestling Open, her explosive, high-energy wrestling style, and the mindset required to succeed in college athletics, youth sports development, and high-pressure competition. Tamara also shares the story behind her viral moment when Shaquille O’Neal gifted her an SUV, recognizing her work ethic while juggling two jobs and chasing her wrestling dreams.This episode is packed with sports motivation, athlete interviews, personal growth, resilience, student-athlete life, NIL era conversations, and behind-the-scenes sports stories. Perfect for sports fans, parents of young athletes, wrestlers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who respects hustle, discipline, and mental toughness.Real talk, real grind, real inspiration — this is the mindset champions are built on.#WomensWrestling #CollegeWrestling #AthleteMindset #SportsPodcast #StudentAthlete #WrestlingLife #SportsMotivation #Shaq #InterviewPodcast #TalkingWithDonatowomen’s wrestling, college wrestling podcast, Tamara Humphries, Firefly wrestler, Pitt Johnstown wrestling, UPJ Mountain Cats, wrestling interview, athlete mindset, student athlete life, sports motivation podcast, wrestling training, youth sports parents, female athletes, Shaquille O’Neal gift story, viral athlete story, wrestling mentality, combat sports podcast, sports talk show, inspirational athlete story, NCAA wrestling, personal growth athletes, sports entertainment podcastKey aspects of the podcast:• Diverse topics: The podcast covers a variety of subjects, from music and entertainment to social issues and current events.• Engaging interviews: My interviewing style is known for being conversational and thought-provoking, allowing guests to share their stories and perspectives in depth.SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Talking with Donato content: https://www.youtube.com/ @Donato TalkingListen to the Talking with Donato podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-with-donato/id1726762908Listen to the Talking With Donato podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OIdHpbqtHc6LGgDi8WSog?si=oA4bA5SjQLGL_EVTdsVYbw&utm_source=copy-linkLike Talking with Donato on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552232526236&mibextid=kFxxJDFollow Talking with Donato on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdonato?igsh=MWUxcGdhN2NxbzIxeQ==Follow Talking with Donato on Twitter: https://x.com/TalkDonato?t=tqTIQCkXcp7Ifz_XwEginA&s=01Follow Talking with Donato on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Donato.Talking#podcast #interview #conversationI promise to keep you entertained like MrBeast,T-Series,Cocomelon,SET India,Vlad and Niki,Kids Diana Show,Like Nastya,Zee Music Company,Stokes Twins,PewDiePie,5-Minute Crafts, Baby Shark - Pinkfong Kids' Songs & Stories, WWE, BLACKPINK, and Justin Bieber,Jake Paul, Mark Fischbach, and Ryan Kaji.

February Finally, S3 EP 20 of the *Talking With Donato Podcast* brings high-energy conversation, real-life perspective, and nonstop variety with special guests Polly Pockets and DL from RVA. This episode blends sports talk, pop culture commentary, entrepreneurship, personal growth, comedy, and authentic life stories into one dynamic interview-style podcast built for true fans of real conversations.From sports entertainment discussions and youth sports perspectives to the hustle mindset of creators, entrepreneurs, and everyday grinders, Donato dives into topics that connect with sports fans, podcast lovers, college students, parents, and working professionals. Expect funny takes, cultural insight, and behind-the-scenes viewpoints from guests who understand community, resilience, and chasing success.Whether you’re into athlete-style interviews, talk radio energy, culture and community conversations, creator economy talk, or inspirational stories with humor, this episode delivers. Perfect for men 35–55, sports families, veterans, entrepreneurs, food and hospitality minds, and fans of meaningful but entertaining podcasts.If you enjoy sports podcasts, variety talk shows, comedy commentary, and authentic interviews— this episode of Talking With Donato is for you.#TalkingWithDonato #SportsPodcast #InterviewPodcast #SportsTalk #PopCulturePodcast #EntrepreneurMindset #ComedyPodcast #YouthSports #AuthenticConversations #PodcastShowTalking With Donato podcast, sports podcast, interview podcast, sports talk show, pop culture podcast, comedy sports podcast, athlete interviews, youth sports parents, entrepreneur podcast, creator mindset, hustle culture, motivational podcast, variety talk show, men lifestyle podcast, college student podcast, culture and community podcast, radio style podcast, authentic conversations, personal growth talk, entertainment podcast, guest interviews, sports entertainment showKey aspects of the podcast:• Diverse topics: The podcast covers a variety of subjects, from music and entertainment to social issues and current events.• Engaging interviews: My interviewing style is known for being conversational and thought-provoking, allowing guests to share their stories and perspectives in depth.Listen to the Talking with Donato podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-with-donato/id1726762908Listen to the Talking With Donato podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OIdHpbqtHc6LGgDi8WSog?si=oA4bA5SjQLGL_EVTdsVYbw&utm_source=copy-linkLike Talking with Donato on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552232526236&mibextid=kFxxJDFollow Talking with Donato on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdonato?igsh=MWUxcGdhN2NxbzIxeQ==Follow Talking with Donato on Twitter: https://x.com/TalkDonato?t=tqTIQCkXcp7Ifz_XwEginA&s=01Follow Talking with Donato on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Donato.Talking#podcast #interview #conversationI promise to keep you entertained like MrBeast,T-Series,Cocomelon,SET India,Vlad and Niki,Kids Diana Show,Like Nastya,Zee Music Company,Stokes Twins,PewDiePie,5-Minute Crafts, Baby Shark - Pinkfong Kids' Songs & Stories, WWE, BLACKPINK, and Justin Bieber,Jake Paul, Mark Fischbach, and Ryan Kaji.

In this wild and unforgettable episode of Talking With Donato Podcast Season 3 Episode 19, Donato sits down with Joseph Carter, famously known as The Mink Man, the Utah animal trainer, entrepreneur, and pest control innovator who pioneered the sport of minkenry. “Mink About It” dives into the world of trained American mink hunting, natural pest control, and how Carter built a viral brand around one of nature’s fiercest predators.We explore entrepreneurship, animal training, eco-friendly rat control, and the rise of Joseph Carter’s YouTube empire featuring legendary mink like Boon and Spark. This episode blends sports-style storytelling, grit, humor, and behind-the-scenes insight into a creator who turned an unusual passion into a global following of over a million fans.Perfect for podcast fans, entrepreneurs, sports and outdoor enthusiasts, creators, youth sports parents, and anyone who loves authentic conversations, this interview covers hustle, discipline, wildlife education, and building a business off the beaten path.If you enjoy long-form interviews, unique careers, animal behavior, and inspiring stories from creators who grind differently — this episode delivers. Subscribe for more Talking With Donato interviews featuring athletes, entertainers, and fascinating personalities shaping culture.#TalkingWithDonato #MinkMan #JosephCarter #Minkenry #AnimalTraining #EntrepreneurPodcast #WildlifeControl #PodcastInterview #CreatorStories #OutdoorLifeTalking With Donato podcast, Joseph Carter interview, Mink Man podcast, minkenry, trained mink hunting, animal trainer interview, natural pest control, rat hunting mink, entrepreneur podcast, wildlife control methods, outdoor lifestyle podcast, creator interview show, viral animal trainer, mink vs rat, eco friendly pest control, Utah animal trainer, unique careers podcast, sports style storytelling, long form interview, authentic conversations, hustle mindset, YouTube creator story, mink hunting dogsKey aspects of the podcast:• Diverse topics: The podcast covers a variety of subjects, from music and entertainment to social issues and current events.• Engaging interviews: My interviewing style is known for being conversational and thought-provoking, allowing guests to share their stories and perspectives in depth.SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Talking with Donato content: https://www.youtube.com/ @Donato TalkingListen to the Talking with Donato podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-with-donato/id1726762908Listen to the Talking With Donato podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OIdHpbqtHc6LGgDi8WSog?si=oA4bA5SjQLGL_EVTdsVYbw&utm_source=copy-linkLike Talking with Donato on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552232526236&mibextid=kFxxJDFollow Talking with Donato on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdonato?igsh=MWUxcGdhN2NxbzIxeQ==Follow Talking with Donato on Twitter: https://x.com/TalkDonato?t=tqTIQCkXcp7Ifz_XwEginA&s=01Follow Talking with Donato on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Donato.Talking#podcast #interview #conversationI promise to keep you entertained like MrBeast,T-Series,Cocomelon,SET India,Vlad and Niki,Kids Diana Show,Like Nastya,Zee Music Company,Stokes Twins,PewDiePie,5-Minute Crafts, Baby Shark - Pinkfong Kids' Songs & Stories, WWE, BLACKPINK, and Justin Bieber,Jake Paul, Mark Fischbach, and Ryan Kaji.