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The Gametime Guru

Shane Larson

Booking Overview

An interview-driven sports podcast covering the broader sports industry through conversations with coaches, athletes, former professionals, sports agents, and sports-business leaders. Agencies could credibly pitch accomplished coaches, former professional athletes, sports executives, agents, authors, and experts in athlete development or sports leadership; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need substantial firsthand experience or notable achievements, but the show is not limited to nationally prominent celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 513

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.3k subscribers

Instagram: 5.2k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

shane.g.larson@gmail.com

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Host

Shane Larson - Shane Larson is the host of The Gametime Guru, where he explores sports, leadership, coaching, athlete development, and the business of sports through conversations with guests from across the spor...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Substantial firsthand experience in sports as a coach, athlete, sports agent, executive, author, mentor, or sports-business professional, with a distinctive career story, expertise, or meaningful accomplishments.
Required Achievements:  
Championship coaching or athletic accomplishments, Professional sports experience, Leadership of a sports organization or agency, Published books or specialized expertise, Experience helping athletes, teams, or sports programs

Recent Guest Discussions

Bill Taylor - Managing Conflict In Sports, Communication, Team Culture, Leadership, Trust, And Difficult Conversations.

Derek Wadsworth - High School And College Basketball, Multi-sport Athletes, Recruiting, Coaching, Accountability, And Building A Championship Culture.

Cole Rushton - Athletic Injury And Recovery, Resilience, Competing Across Multiple Sports, Perseverance, And Applying Sports Lessons To Entrepreneurship.

Brandon Puffer - Professional Baseball, Addiction Recovery, Incarceration, Accountability, Faith, Redemption, Sobriety, And Mentoring Athletes.

Brian Levy - Sports Agency, NFL Contracts, NIL, The Transfer Portal, Revenue Sharing, Athlete Representation, Recruiting, And Sports-business Relationships.

Recent Topics

Sports, Sports Business, Coaching, Athlete Development, Sports Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Gametime Guru
:

Is Your Football Helmet Enough? 2nd Skull Founder Fed Olivares | Episode 481

October 30, 2026

Is Your Football Helmet Enough? 2nd Skull Founder Fed Olivares | Episode 481 How much protection does a football helmet really provide? And could adding a lightweight layer beneath a helmet make a difference during impact? In Episode 481 of The Gametime Guru Podcast, host Shane Larson welcomes Federico "Fed" Olivares, founder of 2nd Skull, to discuss the future of protective headgear, sports technology, and athlete safety. Fed's journey began when his son suffered a fall while riding a bicycl...

How AI Is Changing Sports & Fan Engagement — Bill Bailey (Satisfi Labs)

October 23, 2026

How is artificial intelligence changing the way we experience sports? From buying tickets and finding parking to navigating stadiums and engaging with our favorite teams, AI is transforming the sports industry. But what does that mean for fans, college athletic departments, and professional sports organizations? In Episode 480 of The Gametime Guru Podcast, host Shane Larson welcomes Bill Bailey, Head of Sports & Entertainment at Satisfi Labs, to discuss the future of artificial intelligence i...

Jordan Poyer: NFL Football IQ, the Next Play Mindset & Life Beyond the Game

October 16, 2026

What separates a talented football player from an elite NFL defensive back? For Jordan Poyer, the answer goes far beyond athletic ability. In Episode 479 of The Gametime Guru Podcast, host Shane Larson sits down with longtime NFL defensive back and former Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer to explore the football IQ, preparation, mental toughness, and life lessons that shaped his professional football career. Growing up in Astoria, Oregon, Jordan competed in football, basketball, and baseball ...

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How do I get in touch with The Gametime Guru?

The Gametime Guru is hosted by Shane Larson. Its publicly listed email is shane.g.larson@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Gametime Guru?

The publicly listed email for The Gametime Guru: shane.g.larson@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Gametime Guru have?

Podseeker estimates The Gametime Guru reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Gametime Guru?

The Gametime Guru typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Substantial firsthand experience in sports as a coach, athlete, sports agent, executive, author, mentor, or sports-business professional, with a distinctive career story, expertise, or meaningful accomplishments. Common among recent guests: Championship coaching or athletic accomplishments; Professional sports experience; Leadership of a sports organization or agency. Recent guests include Bill Taylor, Derek Wadsworth, and Cole Rushton.

How hard is it to get booked on The Gametime Guru?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Gametime Guru cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Sports Business, Coaching, Athlete Development, and Sports Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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