Hosted by Jen Scotney A podcast that gets curious on all things resilience.
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Looking for a place to work remote? visit? retire? or just learn about? Kristen and Carol interview expats and visitors to their bucket list destinations. Visit us on Instagram:@wherenextpodcast
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The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who’ve faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges. Please check out the Tough Girl Challenges website - www.toughgirlchallenges.com and follow on twitter @_TOUGH_GIRL
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Sharing the joy of stand up paddleboarding. Join us for inspiring conversations with dream guests talking about all the health, happiness, friendship, adventure and possibility that SUP brings to our lives. From world endurance record holders to SUP Yoga, SUP with a Pup to SUP Surf, we will hear uplifting stories and fantastic information to help you on your paddleboarding journey. SUP has given our host, Jo Moseley, so much joy, confidence, courage and community since her first lesson in th ...
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Encouraging women to find what FEELS good in terms of food, movement and their bodies. Let's stick two fingers up to diet culture, take up space and change the conversation in this industry. In each episode, Christine and Ela discuss their thoughts on diet and fitness fads, speak with fabulous guests about their experiences with finding peace with food and movement, and interview experts so that they can share their insights and knowledge with you. The hope is that together we can change the ...
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Whether you’re a woman beginning perimenopause - piecing together your symptoms - or in the midst of menopause, this supportive community has found you at the right time in life. Join us for this weekly conversation about all things health & wellbeing in your 30s, 40s, 50s & beyond - from the initial perimenopause symptoms including weight gain, exhaustion, hot flushes & lack of sleep… to supplements, natural solutions, HRT, exercise & regaining your libido. We reveal the truth about menopau ...
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Explore life's vibrant possibilities post-sixty with 'Retirement Rebel: Life After 60,' join host Siobhan Daniels on an essential journey for anyone navigating the vibrant, yet often misunderstood, world of life post-sixty. In her late fifties, Siobhan faced personal loss, battled menopause, and struggled with the isolating world of journalism. At a pivotal crossroads, she chose the path less travelled. Embracing her inner rebel, Siobhan gave up her home and hit the road in a motorhome, mark ...
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Jo Moseley - Sharing More About Her New Book: 'Stand-Up Paddleboarding in the Lake District: Beautiful Places to Paddleboard in Cumbria
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Jo Moseley, a 59-year-old single mum of two grown-up sons, resides on the edge of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales. In 2019, she achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first woman to paddle-board 162 miles coast to coast from Liverpool to Goole, all while actively contributing to litter cleanup efforts and fundraising for causes close to her …
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Ep 64 - Andy Brown - How resilience is the currency in our Emotional Overdraft
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Do one day you feel like you are on top of the world, and yet one day feel overwhelmed by life and everything you are expected to deal with? Did you know that this when you are overdrawn in your emotional overdraft? Andy Brown - the author of Amazon Number one bestseller, "The Emotional Overdraft: 10 simple changes for balancing business success an…
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Three-year Anniversary Special with Kristen and Carol
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Send us a text Join us as we celebrate our three-year anniversary! In this episode Kristen and Carol step away from our usual interviews to share personal stories, passions, and dreams. Carol reminisces about her favorite past residences, from the chilly beauty of Minnesota to the majestic mountains of Colorado, while basking in the pleasant Michig…
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Theresa Frost: 68-year-old Ironman, European Aquabike Champion, smallholder, wife of over 40 years, mum of 2, and grandma to 3. Proving age and a double hip replacement are no reasons to slow down.
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In this episode, we have the privilege of chatting with Theresa Frost, a remarkable 68-year-old athlete who shatters stereotypes and redefines what it means to stay active and competitive at any age. Theresa's list of accomplishments is as impressive as it is diverse, including: European Aquabike Champion 2023 Team GB Athlete Barcelona Ironman Fini…
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Send us a Text Message. This one is a spicy, ranty one ALL about the language we use around food and our bodies. We moralise the food we eat. We talk about feeling 'guilty' if we eat something 'bad'. Weight Watchers count certain foods as 'sins' and we identify ourselves as good if we've eaten in a certain way and 'bad' if we have dared to indulge …
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Ep 63 - Michael O'Brien - How to have your last bad day
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Listen to find out how to have your last bad day... Michael O'Brien is a beacon of resilience and mindfulness in today's fast-paced world. As a qualified meditation teacher, executive coach, and endurance athlete, he embodies the transformative power of pausing, breathing, and reflecting. Michael's journey is marked by a pivotal moment he calls his…
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Kasia Piatek: Mum from Poland - Embracing Adventure, Overcoming Adversity, and Becoming a Mountain Leader and Rock-Climbing Instructor
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Kasia wears many hats: a Mountain Leader, Rock-Climbing Instructor, and an aspiring alpinist. But above all, she's a lover of adventure. Her story began in 2008 when she left Poland in search of a better life. Little did she know, this journey would lead her to incredible heights—both literally and metaphorically. Life in a new country wasn't easy.…
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You Don't Know What Your Body Can Do, UNTIL You Do It. With Kanoa Greene
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Send us a Text Message. This episode went places neither of us was expecting! Tune in to find out why. This week we are chatting with Kanoa Greene, celebrated by Good Morning America and CNN! Kanoa is proof that athleticism and adventure come in ALL shapes and sizes. She is an internationally renowned fitness trainer and outdoor adventurer, and is …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Ajay Rowe takes us on an enlightening tour of Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay. With his extensive experience navigating the city's notorious traffic and bustling streets, Ajay offers a unique perspective on the everyday chaos and charm of Mumbai. His stories, drawn from living in the US, UK, France, Singapo…
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Ep 62 - Bindi Shah - Childless not by choice meditation guide and writer
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This episode explores resilience surrounding childlessness not by choice. We discuss disenfranchised grief, the complex emotions of childlessness, as well how to support friends who may be on this journey. Bindi talks about the importance of community, finding small moments of joy and how she began to process her feelings. Bindi Shah is a meditatio…
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Tsetsgee Damdin: Embracing Mongolian Culture and Spiritual Wisdom to Inspire Adventurous Souls Worldwide to Explore and Experience Mongolia.
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Meet Tsetsgee Damdin, a passionate oriental medical doctor, yoga instructor, and the visionary behind Big Blue Flower, a unique travel company dedicated to authentic Mongolian experiences. Raised in Mongolia's nomadic traditions, Tsetsgee draws inspiration from her parents and childhood spent in the countryside. Her journey includes education in Or…
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Caroline Paul: How Outdoor Adventures Improve Life as We Age - Lessons from 'Tough Broad’. Discover how embracing bravery and the outdoors can lead to a fulfilling and adventurous life at any age.
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Join us on this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast as we welcome Caroline Paul, an inspiring author and adventurer. Caroline's new book, TOUGH BROAD: From Boogie Boarding to Wing Walking―How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age, explores the transformative power of outdoor adventures for aging gracefully. She is also the author of the New …
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Geraldine McFaul: 54, shares her inspirational solo 2,000-Mile Trek from Glasgow to Rome: a journey of challenges, courage, kindness, and personal transformation.
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In 2023, Geraldine at the age of 54, embarked on an awe-inspiring journey of a lifetime: a 2,000-mile solo walk from her home in Glasgow to the historic city of Rome! Raising funds for Dementia UK and Mary’s Meals in memory of her Mum & Dad. This remarkable adventure wasn't just about covering the distance; it was a test of resilience, determinatio…
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Stephanie Quintrell: Riding Beyond Limits - A Journey of Courage and Adventure. Being the world’s first wheelchair-dependent person to ride horseback 130km across the Pyrenees from France to Spain.
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Steph is a Mum to a her nearly 7 year old son, a soldiers wife, and Operations manager for Forces Wives Challenge (FWC). In July 2019 Steph and her families' world was turned upside down when she became suddenly very unwell, and was subsequently diagnosed with a neurological disorder. Going from an active, full time working Mum and a keen horse rid…
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Juliette Denny: From Football to Ultra Running - Embracing Challenges and Inspiring Inclusivity in the Outdoors. Running the South Downs Way and Completing Her First Ironman in Barcelona.
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Juliette grew up playing football but after the loss of a close friend in 2017, she turned to running as her coping mechanism. Over the past five years she's developed a love of hiking, trail running and cycling and has taken them to the extreme, running multi-day ultramarathons through the desert, completing an Ironman, travelling through Patagoni…
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Sarah Williams: Reflecting on the Past 6 Months and Future Plans for 2024 – Insights, Challenges, and Adventures.
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In this special reflections episode, I, take you through my journey over the past six months and share my plans for the rest of 2024. Celebrating nine years of the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm recording from my bedroom on the Wirral, UK, offering a personal insight into my life. I'll recount my adventures, starting the year in Wellington, New Zealand, a…
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Emma Kingston: Unveiling Bikepacking Secrets - Discover Adventure in Unexpected Places with Insights from "Bikepacking Wales: 18 Multi-Day Off-Road Cycling Adventures”
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Emma Kingston is an outdoor adventurer, author, teacher, and self-confessed map geek who resides in Bristol, the UK’s first designated Cycling City. With over 20 years of experience riding, walking, swimming, and camping in the South West, Emma's intimate knowledge of the area is enviable. Specialising in mountain biking, she has traveled extensive…
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Ep 61 - Sukhvinder Pabial - Author of The Resilience Handbook
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If you were creating a practical and actionable guide to resilience what would you write? What would you leave out? Sukhvinder Pabial has tacked just that with his book 'The Resilience Handbook'. Sukh is a senior learning and development professional, with a masters degree in occupational psychology. He is a positive psychology practitioner, and sp…
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Alex Larson: Dietitian and Triathlete, Fuelling Endurance Athletes for Peak Performance and Personal Success
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Welcome to this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast! Today, we are speaking with Alex Larson, a registered dietitian from Duluth, Minnesota, whose passion for nutrition was ignited when she crossed the finish line of Ironman Wisconsin. Alex is dedicated to helping endurance athletes achieve peak performance through optimal nutrition. Alex balances he…
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Paddleboarding Across England with Jo Moseley
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Send us a text Jo Moseley is a 59 year old single Mum of two grown up sons, living on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. She’s a paddleboarder, wild swimmer, hiker and beach cleaner. She is also the author of two bestselling books about beautiful places to paddleboard, a speaker and podcast host. Jo started paddleboarding aged 51 simply to heal her k…
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Can we talk about fat loss and NOT promote diet culture?
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Send us a Text Message. This episode was inspired by an instagram post, which spoke about the messy middle between diet culture and aesthetic goals and whether you could pursue fat loss specifically, and NOT promote diet culture at the same time. This is certainly a nuanced issue. We live in a dieting culture which worships thinness above all else …
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Sophie Pierce: Healing Through Nature – A Journey of Grief, Love, and Wild Swimming
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In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we sit down with Sophie Pierce, a writer, broadcaster, and passionate wild swimmer from Dartmoor in Devon, UK. Sophie shares her profound journey through grief, particularly the loss of her son Felix in 2017, and how the healing power of nature has been an anchor in her life. Sophie talks about her memoir,…
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My Sugar Coated Life. Liana's Body Story.
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to episode #2 of our 'YOUR Bodies' series, where we invite members of our community. Today we have Liana Stevens, or @mysugarcoatedlife Liana is a 45 year old mum of 2 from Nottingham, who started her journey towards neutrality and recovery from Binge Eating Disorder during the pandemic in 2020. She realised that the…
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Susan Smillie: Former Guardian editor and writer, now author and sailor. She left her job to sail around Great Britain, turned left at Land's End, and ended up in Greece!
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In this episode, join us as we delve into the captivating journey of Susan Smillie, former Guardian editor turned intrepid sailor and author. Susan shares her remarkable story of leaving behind the comforts of her career to embark on an extraordinary sailing adventure from Great Britain to the picturesque shores of Greece. Through Susan's candid re…
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How to Manage the Fear of Weight Gain over 40.
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Send us a Text Message. Wow this one was juicy. I have to say, Ela and I were both ON it for this episode😘 Ela had been finding in sessions that many of her clients were scared, not just of weight gain but of what digging deeper into their dieting history would involve. Leaving the perceived 'safety' and 'control' around dieting or 'watching our we…
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International Train Travel Adventures with Nora Dunn - The Professional Hobo
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Send us a text Can you imagine giving up a successful career and selling everything you own just to travel the world? Meet Nora Dunn, aka the Professional Hobo, who did just that in 2006 and has never looked back. In this episode, Nora takes us through her bold decision to leave a thriving financial planning career in Toronto and embrace a life of …
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Pelumi Nubi: The first Black woman to drive solo by road from London to Lagos, covering over 10,000 km in 74 days.
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Pelumi Nubi is a purpose-driven travel content creator and connector who thrives on exploring less commonly visited countries. Currently living between London and Dubai, she calls both the UK and Nigeria home. Having ventured to over 80 countries across six continents, her engaging content inspires her community to embrace life with fearlessness an…
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Ep 60 - Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe - Author of Calm Within The Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Resiliency
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Grab a notebook and pen, and listen to Dr Robyne, the Resiliency Expert talk about what makes a resilient person, how we have to fall apart sometimes, and why stress is good. Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking and truly transformative international speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a …
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Kristin Thue: Thru-Hiker and Human Rights Activist from Norway, Sharing Adventures on Her Blog 'Let’s Trek It' to Inspire Others to Undertake Their Own Wilderness Journeys.
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Kristin is a thru-hiker, climber, and human rights activist from Norway currently living in London. Despite her outdoorsy upbringing in snowy Norway, it was only in her 20s that she discovered her own adventure journey. After going through a very tough time at university, Kristin decided to hike the Te Araroa across New Zealand’s South Island as an…
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YOUR Body Stories. Sofie Hagen and Fat Liberation with Abi Smith
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Send us a Text Message. This series is about YOU. YOUR body stories. YOUR relationship to food and movement, YOUR dieting and un-dieting history and how you feel in the body you're in. Ela and I wanted to understand more about the issues you are dealing with when it comes to body acceptance, intuitive eating and listening to your body. How can we n…
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Sunny Stroeer: Completing the Iditarod Trail Invitational 1,000-Mile Race on Skis, Becoming the First Woman to Do So.
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Sunny is a professional adventure athlete, guide service owner and story teller based in Kanab, Utah. After obtaining an MBA from Harvard Business School and pursuing a career as a management consultant in her twenties, Sunny decided to leave behind the business world in order to focus full-time on mountains, climbing and VLDs (very long distances)…
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Send us a text Ever wondered what it feels like to stand at the base of the world's tallest waterfall or witness a natural light show that rivals the Northern Lights? Join us for an immersive adventure through Venezuela as we team up with Daymar, whose intimate knowledge of the country brings its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture to life. Our…
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Ep 59 - Lucy Oakley-Denver - From British Intelligence Agencies to Antidotal Intelligence
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"I wrote a blog post, a few years ago, called two fingers up narcissistic sociopath. And then I rewrote it a few years later, with a thank you narcissistic sociopaths, because I was like, I wouldn't be here if I hadn't been through those experiences, and I love where I am now." What does our breath rate have to do with resilience? What does working…
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Sarah Perry - INOV8 Ambassador: Setting Records on the South West Coast Path (630 Miles) with a Fastest Self-Supported Completion
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Sarah Perry is an ultra-runner, dedicated educator, and INOV8 ambassador with a passion for the outdoors and pushing her limits. On this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, Sarah shares her journey from her Yorkshire roots to breaking records on the South West Coast Path (SWCP). Living in Cumbria and working in adult education, Sarah balances her ca…
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