Best Balk Podcasts (2024)

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#421 Jay Cardiello On The Power of Positive Thinking 49:41

32m ago49:41

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Episode 421 features Jay Cardiello, a Celebrity Trainer and entrepreneur in the Health & Wellness Space. Find Jay Online: Website: https://jaycardiello.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-cardiello-aa7153198/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycardiello Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaycardiello <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Conn…

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Preventing Bullying in Youth Sports with Jaime Hamilton 41:19

1h ago41:19

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On today’s PerformHappy Podcast episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Professor Jaime Hamilton, a communication expert and fierce advocate for bullying awareness. Jaime founded The Comm Experts to bridge the gap between higher education and real-world contexts, focusing on bullying prevention and awareness. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she…

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#420 Kayse Morris on Going From Teacher's Salary To Multi-Millionaire 36:56

12m ago36:56

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Episode 420 features Kayse Morris, a former 8th-grade ELA teacher, mama of 5, CrossFit fanatic, host of a top-ranking podcast, lover of people, and the founder of the CEO Teacher® Movement. Find Kayse Online: Website: https://kaysemorris.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ceo-teacher-podcast/id1439318864 Linkedin: https://www.yo…

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Staying in Love with your Sport (Even through Recruiting) with D1 Collegiate Gymnast Kaitlyn Donovan 43:08

7d ago43:08

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Today's podcast features Kaitlyn Donovan, captain of the Illinois State gymnastics team. Kaitlyn shares her journey through injuries, the rigorous recruiting process, and how she keeps her passion for gymnastics alive. In this episode, Kaitlyn offers invaluable tips on recruiting and mental skills. Her insights, drawn from over 20 years of experien…

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#419 Lauren Sisler on Falling In Love With Your Story 55:26

2h ago55:26

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Episode 419 features Lauren Sisler, a two-time Emmy award-winning sports broadcaster who joined ESPN and SEC Network in 2016 as a sideline reporter for both college football and gymnastics. Find Lauren Online: Website: https://www.LaurenSisler.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurensisler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LaurenSisler T…

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Using the Brain-Body Connection to Optimize Performance with Yuka Sugiura 44:56

2d ago44:56

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Welcome to the latest episode of PerformHappy! Today, we're thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with neural performance coach Yuka Sugiura. Join us as we explore how Yuka's expertise can revolutionize your approach to performance. In this episode, Yuka shares her insights on leveraging the brain-body connection to optimize performanc…

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#418 Alex Cattoni on Letting Intuition Be Our Guide 41:50

2h ago41:50

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Episode 418 features Alex Cattoni, a copywriter, marketing strategist, and the founder of the Copy Posse, the raddest, baddest crew of copywriters on the Internet with over 500,000 students worldwide. Find Alex Online: Website: https://copyposse.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexcattoni/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/copyposse/ …

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Mental Blocks: What Parents and Coaches Need To Know with Dr Dave Tilley 46:32

17d ago46:32

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In this week's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with one of my favorite gymnastics experts, Dr Dave Tilley from Shift Movement Science. Our discussion centered around a topic close to the hearts of many parents and coaches: mental blocks in young athletes. We delved into the nuances of supporting you…

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#417 Kristian Altuve on The Struggles of Entrepreneurship 46:53

24d ago46:53

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Episode 417 features Kristian Altuve, Co-Founder of Dance Motion Marketing Find Kristian Online: Website: www.dancemotionmarketing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/kristianaltuve/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristianaltuve93 <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Connect with the host, Brian Ondrako Website: https://brianondrako.…

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Coaching From Your Heart with Olympic Coach Baz Collie 43:04

14d ago43:04

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In the newest episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, we sat down with Baz Collie, the senior coach of the British men's gymnastics national team, to uncover his unique coaching approach. Collie's philosophy revolves around building relationships and fostering belief in athletes at all levels. He stresses the importance of adapting to individual needs…

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Ep 66: Hannah Sutker - Trader Joe's Fresh Currant 55:09

6d ago55:09

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This week, Selena sits down with writer and podcasting first-timer Hannah Sutker for some hot candle convo! Hannah is not afraid to "name and shame" everyone in her candle journey, from airing herself out as a youngster to proclaiming the WORST Trader Joe's candle as an adult. The gals talk about the infamous Chris Evans candle, Diptyques the size …

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#416 Karl Hughes on How To Scale Digital Businesses 42:55

29d ago42:55

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Episode 416 features Karl Hughes, CEO of Draft.dev and ThePodcastConsultant.com Find Karl Online: Website: https://www.karllhughes.com/ Linkedin: https://in.linkedin.com/in/karllhughes Twitter: https://twitter.com/karllhughes <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Connect with the host, Brian Ondrako Website: https://brianondrako.com/ Youtube: https://…

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Setting Kids Up for Collegiate Success with Gymnastics Coach Karen Medellin 47:33

6d ago47:33

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast we chat with Karen Medellin, former elite gymnast and current coach and owner of 360 Elite Gymnastics. about setting kids up for collegiate success while ensuring their happiness and well-being. Karen shares insights from her journey and coaching philosophy, offering unique insights into managing competitive pr…

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#415 Celeste Kathleen (CK) on How to Let Your Creativity Out 45:43

13d ago45:43

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Episode 415 features Celeste Kathleen (CK), Author of "The Floor of a Bathroom", a collection of poems that paint detailed pictures of childhood trauma, mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence. Find CK Online: Website: https://ckpoet.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ck.poet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ck.poet <><><><><><>…

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Preventing Injuries and Building Strength in Young Gymnasts with Dr. Jenny Borda PT, DPT 46:51

13d ago46:51

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In today’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, we explore the essentials of injury prevention and strength building in young gymnasts with Dr. Jenny Borda, PT, DPT. She offers expert insights on strength training, flexibility, and technique to ensure athlete longevity. We also cover the importance of mental resilience, stress management, and open …

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Ep 65: Paisley Fields - Mahogany Teakwood 38:14

2M ago38:14

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Selena took a brief hiatus from TWM, which she addresses at the top of the episode, but we are back! This week, Selena chats with singer, songwriter, and candlehead Paisley Fields (@PaisleyJamesFields on Insta, @PaisleyFields on TikTok) about his candle journey, from Mall of America candlemaking with his show choir candle crew to Yankee Candle grab…

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#414 Jason Gillikin on Adding Podcasting To Your Business Strategy 55:57

20d ago55:57

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Episode 414 features Jason Gillikin, the CEO of Earfluence and Podcast Ally. Find Jason Online: Website: https://www.earfluence.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasongillikin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earfluencemedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Earfluence Podcast: https://pod.link/1503262113 <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>…

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The Secret to Consistency Under Pressure with OU Gymnastics Senior Audrey Davis 44:53

20d ago44:53

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I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Audrey Davis, a standout senior from the championship-winning Oklahoma University gymnastics team. Discover how Audrey maintains peak performance under intense pressure and learn the secrets behind her consistency and joy in the sport. With two NCAA national titles under her belt and a third in sigh…

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#413 Jess Ekstrom on Helping Women Find Their Voice 52:49

2M ago52:49

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Episode 413 features Jess Ekstrom, a Forbes Top Rated Speaker, 2x 7-figure social entrepreneur, mom, and Harper Collins bestselling author of Chasing the Bright Side and Create Your Bright Ideas. She’s on a mission to help women speak with confidence so they can make an impact and income. Text HYPE to 7042289495 Sign up for free training at Mic Dro…

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Gymnastics in a New Era with Coach Jessie McDonough 54:13

2M ago54:13

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Today's episode is all about embracing change in the world of gymnastics, and I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Jessica McDonough, better known as Coach Jessie from Olympus Gymnastic Club. A former Utah NCAA gymnast, Coach Jessie brings a fresh perspective to the sport. At Olympus, she's been instrumental in reshaping the gym culture, moving awa…

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#412 Casey Adams on How To Triumph Through Tragedy 1:02:11

1M ago1:02:11

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Episode 412 features Casey Adams, an accomplished entrepreneur, personal branding expert, and renowned business podcaster. His journey began at the young age of 17 when he launched his podcast, The Casey Adams Show, which has quickly risen to become one of the top 100 business podcasts in the world. Find Casey Online: Website: www.caseyadams.com Po…

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Building Unshakeable Self-Belief with Elite Cheerleader Hailey D’Lynn Smith 45:08

2M ago45:08

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In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Hailey D’Lynn Smith, who went from an energetic gymnastics beginner to a celebrated cheerleader, clinching the title of 2021 Texas Cheerleader of the Year. Starting gymnastics at two, Hailey transitioned to cheerleading despite injuries and no prior experience in the sport, showcasing her shee…

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A Conversation With Grace Aldridge Foster of BoldType 56:22

2M ago56:22

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If this were a Friends episode — which is becoming a recurring premise in these show notes — this would be "The Other One About Writing." Guest Grace Aldridge Foster shares her passion for that most essential element of email, writing! How would it feel to face a room full of Green Berets and tell them their writing needs some work? Grace sheds qui…

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A Conversation With Renard Skutels of Chatsmart 55:51

1M ago55:51

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Want a little glimpse of the future? About halfway into this conversation, Renards Skutels describes a recent experience that his agency Chatsmart engineered for a client. The client's customers engaged live with a WhatsApp GenAI chat agent — the example Renards gives is “I have dry skin in the winter.” The chat agent sent the customer a catalog of…

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#411 Joe De Sena on How To Become Spartan-Like In Your Life 41:17

2M ago41:17

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Episode 411 features Joe De Sena, the founder and CEO of Spartan, the world’s leading endurance sports brand. Growing up in working-class Queens, De Sena has demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit since his preteens. Find Joe Online: Website: https://joedesena.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hard-way-w-joe-de-sena/id95287093…

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Building Flexibility the Right Way with Shelby McNamara 42:18

1M ago42:18

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In our latest episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we sit down with Shelby McNamara a former American rhythmic gymnast on the USA National Team and the founder of FlexAbilities, a flexibility training program for dancers, figure skaters, and gymnasts. Her flexibility training program combines flexibility, strength, and ballet technique. Shelby's st…

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#410 Alex Fink On Solving The Digital Junk Problem 47:35

2M ago47:35

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Episode 410 features Alex Fink, an AI pioneer, Silicon Valley expat, and the founder and CEO of the fastest-growing new platform on the internet (called the Otherweb). Find Alex Online: Website: https://otherweb.com/ Alex Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/temuchin43/ iOS app: https://apps.apple.com/app/otherweb/id6443798894 Android app: https:/…

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Positive Coaching at the Highest Level of Gymnastics with Cleo Washington 49:26

2M ago49:26

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Today’s episode I'm thrilled to share with you a captivating gymnastics coaching journey, featuring none other than the remarkable Cleo Washington. I Cleo shares her experiences and expertise gained over 20 years in the gymnastics coaching world, where she has coached World Champion Morgan Hurd, national team member Kaliya Lincoln, and the promisin…

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Ep 64: Kathleen McGivney - Fairuza Balk's Vestacha International Candle 1:10:35

2M ago1:10:35

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This week, Selena chats with candlehead Kathleen McGivney (@kmcgivney on Insta and CEO of @redbarcrew on Insta), a woman who witnessed Selena’s triumphant candle win at Linda Loves Bingo back in December! They discuss that fateful night and, of course, Kathleen’s candle journey, from goth teen intention candles to party tablescapes to candle ritual…

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#409 Jay Melone on Finding The Impactful Work That You Want To Do 46:32

3M ago46:32

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Episode 409 features Jay Melone, the Founder-Creator of Passive Profits, which teaches founders how to build online businesses that generate passive income. Find Jay Online: Website: https://yourpassiveprofits.co Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymelone/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaymelone <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Connect with t…

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Dealing with Pressure with Olympic Gymnast Sam Oldham 57:48

2M ago57:48

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In today's PerformHappy podcast, join me in a conversation with Sam Oldham, a key member of the 2012 bronze medal-winning Great Britain Men's Gymnastics Team. Now a gymnastics coach and a new dad, Sam opens up about the intense pressure of chasing an Olympic dream, discussing the weight of expectations, imposter syndrome, and the emotional challeng…

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https://campaigngenius.io/futureofemail/2024/wendy-pace 44:56

3M ago44:56

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If you're growing a midsize business, and need to focus your team's time on the business rather than social media...give Wendy Pace a call. Wendy had the courage to be a guest on The Future Of Email when she's not really a big fan of email! Pace Setting Media handles social media for companies; they're immersed in helping clients learn who their cu…

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A Conversation With Cloé Luv 50:48

2M ago50:48

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If The Future Of Email were 'Friends', this episode would be titled "The One Where They Talk About Music A Lot". Guest Cloé Luv is a serial entrepreneur with considerable experience in (among many things) the business of music. Cloé is also a CEO, influencer, brand expert, success coach and Forbes Coaches Council member. Cloé is her own best exampl…

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#408 Jesi Stracham on Using Our Mindset To Power Us Through Any Obstacle 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Episode 408 features Jesi Stracham (straw-ham), a wheelchair athlete on a mission to inspire the world to live life to its fullest. Check out more information on her Wheel With Me Foundation here: https://www.wheelwithmefoundation.org/ Find Jesi Online: Website: https://www.jesistracham.com Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/jesistracham Instagram: https:/…

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Helping Keep Kids in Sports with D1 Gymnast Kirsten Medeiros 32:26

3M ago32:26

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Today on the Perform Happy Podcast join me for an inspiring chat with Kirsten Medeiros, a former D1 gymnast, coach, and dedicated mom. She's the force behind a nonprofit ensuring every child, regardless of financial challenges, can pursue their sports dreams. Kirsten shares wisdom from her gymnastics journey, discussing discipline, empathy, and val…

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A Conversation With Sam Saifi of RevenueLabz 49:18

3M ago49:18

49:18

" Don't fall in love with the paycheck, fall in love with the client." That's one of the bits of sage advice from Sam Saifi, founder of Revenue Labz. Sam shares his journey into email by way of copywriting in this email-and-marketing focused conversation. While Sam operates from the UK, the majority of his clients focus on the US market as well. Re…

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A Conversation With Mischa Zvegintzov of Influence Army 1:01:50

2M ago1:01:50

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When’s the last time you just picked up the phone and called someone — no calendar appointment, no text-first? If that thought makes you kinda jumpy…you need to listen to this conversation with Mischa Zvegintzov. Mischa is — his description — ‘old school’. He made over a million phone calls and pounded the pavement. Now he helps companies capture t…

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Ep 63: Shoshana Seid-Green - DROOZ Date Night in the Village 59:48

3M ago59:48

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This week, Selena sits down with longtime TWM listener, musician, pianist, and copyeditor Shoshana Seid-Green! Shoshana (@shoshanasg on Insta) grew up in a non-candle home but found her way to candles, thankfully. Shoshana and Selena discuss their shared disdain for candles in weird shapes, a short-lived rival candle podcast, the blur of the past 4…

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#407 Gina Bianchini on Creating Community With Purpose 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Episode 407 features Gina Bianchini, the CEO & founder of Mighty Networks, a community platform that powers people magic, and the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of, Purpose: Design a Community & Change Your Life. Find Gina Online: Website: https://www.mightynetworks.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginabianchini/ Twitter: https://…

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#406 Joe Hudson on How To Get Rapid Results with Lasting Change 45:31

3M ago45:31

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Episode 406 features Joe Hudson, a sought-after executive coach and creator of The Art of Accomplishment, an online learning platform for personal development. Find Joe Online: Website: www.artofaccomplishment.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-hudson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofaccomplishment/ Twitter: https://twitter.…

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Coaching Happy Olympians with Canadian National Team Coach David Kikuchi 46:59

3M ago46:59

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In today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I am thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with the remarkable Canadian National Team Coach, David Kikuchi. A two-time Olympian himself and the guiding force behind Ellie Black's journey to three Olympics, Kikuchi is widely recognized as the "Lord of the Rings" and "The King of Consistency." Jo…

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Ep 62: Lucinda Degerlund - Wild Blueberry Vanilla (Trish McEvoy) 45:27

3M ago45:27

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This week, Selena has a hot candle conversation with fashion blogger, team lead for tall women, and candlehead, Lucinda Degerlund (@lucindadegerlund on Insta). She shares her love of Bed, Bath & Beyond coupon maximizing, her days of outlet shopping in scenic Maine, and the "candle incident of 2023" that still haunts her. PLUS in a Two Wick Minimum …

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#405 Ryan Kulp on The Unconventional First Step To Starting 47:06

4M ago47:06

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Episode 405 features Ryan Kulp, a serial founder and self-taught developer. He built Fomo.com from 2016-2022 (acquired) and spent 2 years pursuing entertainment in Korea before relocating to a 50-acre ranch outside Atlanta. In his free time, he writes and records music and practices calisthenics. Find Ryan Online: Website: https://ryanckulp.com Lin…

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Raising Confident Humans - A Conversation with Gymnastics Coach Peterson Pierre 1:13:36

3M ago1:13:36

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In today's PerformHappy Podcast episode, we take a different approach in anticipation of the upcoming release of my book, "Parenting Through Mental Blocks." Rather than hosting, I had the privilege of being the interviewee, engaging in a focused conversation with gymnastics coach Peterson Pierre on his podcast, Heated Conversations. With over a dec…

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Dreaming Big with Olympian Danusia Francis-Reed 48:06

4M ago48:06

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Welcome back to another episode of PerformHappy! Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to an extraordinary individual whose journey embodies the essence of dreaming big and achieving even bigger. In this episode, I have the honor of sitting down with none other than Danusia Francis-Reed – an Olympian whose remarkable story will undoubtedly inspire …

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#404 Nick Gray on Hosting Your First Cocktail Party 44:51

4M ago44:51

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Episode 404 features Nick Gray, Author of "The 2-Hour Cocktail Party" Check out some great resources from Nick: How to Introduce Two People via Email: Sample Scripts 9 Career Day Speech and Presentation Ideas Party Times: Start, End, & Best Times Icebreaker Name Tags: Examples and How to Do It RIGHT How to Host an Event: Parties & Networking Where …

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A Conversation With Anna Levitin of Powtoon 47:34

4M ago47:34

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Anna Levitin of Powtoon is the 2nd guest to Zoom in from a bomb shelter! Anna is the super-active email face of the super-cool company Powtoon, a visual communication platform.. (Editor's note - host Matthew Dunn is a Powtoon super-user and fan :-) Anna made her way to email from traditional media and digital marketing. Running the email arm of a g…

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A Conversation With Melanie Balke of The Email Marketers 53:03

4M ago53:03

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Like most people “in email”, Melanie Balke, the CEO and founder of The Email Marketers, found her niche in email along the way. The Email Marketers is an agency focused on email and SMS marketing for ecommerce and B2B SaaS companies. They function as an outsourced email department, and also help companies build in-house email teams. For Melanie, go…

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Ep 61: Carolyn Castiglia - Voluspa Rose Colored Glasses 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

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We're back after a few weeks off and the candle convo is HOT AS EVER! Selena sits down with comedian and candlehead Carolyn Castiglia (@comediancarolyn on Insta) for a laughter-filled, hilarious, heartelt, and freewheeling chat. Carolyn shares the story of her 21st birthday cake with candle, her feelings about the evils of capitalism, her favorite …

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#403 Jason Feifer on How To Get Comfortable With Change 34:52

4M ago34:52

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Episode 403 features Jason Feifer, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine and author of "Build For Tomorrow" Sign up for Jason's newsletter: https://jasonfeifer.com/newsletter Find Jason Online: Website: https://jasonfeifer.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfeifer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyfeifer Twitter: https://twitt…

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