Best Apolo Ohno Podcasts (2024)

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379 ENCORE Apolo Ohno: When Your Last Closing Ceremony Is Over, What Does Life After The Olympics Look Like? 25:47

1h ago25:47

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In just about a month, on the 26th of July, 10 thousand athletes from all over the world will gather in Paris for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Being an Olympian has a way of consuming a person’s image. Olympians dedicate their body and their mind to the perfect backstroke, or the perfect arrow release, or this year – even the p…

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Apolo Ohno 1:05:33

27d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

A champion on the ice and on the hardwood! Eight-time Olympic medalist and Mirrorball Trophy Winner Apolo Ohno catches up with Cheryl, discussing everything from growing up with a 'Tiger Dad' to his new outlook on life, the importance of recognizing your inner power, and, of course, dishing about his time on DWTS! Apolo shares his experiences from …

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Headlines with Jill Escoto 30:54

1h ago30:54

30:54

Today Cheryl is joined by iHeart radio personality Jill Escoto as we dive into this week's DWTS focused headlines! Kim K vs T Swift, Politics on Dancing With The Stars, Sharna’s wedding plans and so much more! Cheryl has got your hot topic fix stacked up today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kelly Cheng: Beach volleyball’s mental health champion 20:42

2d ago20:42

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Kelly Cheng, who has been open about her mental health challenges, started a mentorship program to help the next generation of beach volleyball players prioritize their mental health. Watch the video version of this episode HERE. Hear from: Kelly Cheng Jordan Cheng (Kelly’s husband and coach) Grace Hong (USC beach volleyball and Kelly’s mentee) See…

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Ashly Costa 1:09:12

4d ago1:09:12

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Former Dancing with the Stars Pro Ashly (DelGrosso) Costa was on the show from the very start, and while she was only on for a short time, she made a big impact! The OG joins Cheryl to spill about her time on DWTS, including why she's so grateful to her first partner NKOTB's Joey McIntyre, being told by producers not to talk back to the judges afte…

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Headlines with Jeremy Parsons 27:11

7d ago27:11

27:11

Entertainment reporter Jeremy Parsons joins Cheryl to chat this week’s Dancing With The Stars focused headlines and gives us some personal insight on seeing Kristin Cavallari and her Montana boy out and about in Nashville, and talks Julianne & Derek Hough, as well as Bachelor relationships past and future on DWTS. These stories and more on today’s …

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378 Lisa Shalett: Every S Curve In Your Life Has Prepared You For This Moment (Whether You Realize It Or Not) 53:01

7d ago53:01

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How many times have you looked back across your whole life, looked at all those S Curves you’ve taken on and thought – wow. “I guess things do come together in the end,” even though, in the moment, those S Curves seemed so treacherous, and we felt so lost and afraid climbing them. There’s an element of faith in that statement, sure, but just as str…

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Jordan Chiles: Brown girls can excel at gymnastics 23:19

10d ago23:19

23:19

Olympic silver medalist Jordan Chiles explains how the landscape has changed for women of color since she first started doing gymnastics — and what she’s doing to help with Brown Girls Do Gymnastics. Watch the video version of this episode HERE. Hear from: Jordan Chiles Margzetta Frazier (UCLA Gymnastics) Coach Derrin Moore (Founder, Brown Girls Do…

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Bethany Mota 1:15:14

12d ago1:15:14

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She went from posting popular videos on YouTube to dancing the paso doble in season nineteen of DWTS! Fan favorite Bethany Mota opens up to Cheryl about how she went from a super shy, homeschooled introvert to a famous YouTube star in her early teens! She also reveals that a shopping trip led to an invite to do Dancing with the Stars, why she initi…

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Headlines with Kristyn Burtt 29:55

14d ago29:55

29:55

Kristyn Burtt is with Cheryl for a second helping of headlines back to back. This week the DWTS universe has been busy from cast rumors for the new season to more Ariana Madix and Lala Kent drama. The ladies dish their thoughts on these stories and so many more on this weeks headlines episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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377 ENCORE Brené Brown: How Are You Holding Yourself Back From Feeling – And Why? 38:14

16d ago38:14

38:14

Is there a particular conversation you’ve had with someone, that keeps resurfacing as you grow and get older? In difficult moments, you find yourself traveling back to that day at the cafe or whatever it was, sitting down for a conversation you didn’t know would shape you as much as it has. For me, it’s my talk with Brené Brown, all the way back in…

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Lydia Jacoby: My battle with post-Olympic depression 22:00

16d ago22:00

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Lydia Jacoby, who unexpectedly became an Olympic champion as a 17-year-old swimmer from Alaska, opens up about her battle with post-Olympic depression. Watch the video version of this episode HERE. Hear from: Lydia Jacoby Missy Franklin (6-time Olympic medalist) Carol Capitani (Texas women’s swimming and diving head coach) Dr. Michael Gervais (Psyc…

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Cristián de la Fuente 57:35

19d ago57:35

57:35

Actor, model, and season six DWTS contestant Cristián de la Fuente dazzled on the dance floor even after an injury forced him to dance with only one arm! Cristián joins Cheryl to talk about his drama-filled time on the show, including being the first telenovela star to be on the show, what it was really like dancing with Cheryl, his tendon popping …

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Headlines with Kristyn Burtt 35:20

21d ago35:20

35:20

We are once again joined by a friend of the show and journalist Kristyn Burtt for this weeks headlines! Cheryl and Kristyn dive right in with the headline Cheryl made this week, then jump into the cast of the new Traitors which has a couple of former DWTS celebs and they chat about the transition from the ballroom to the castle. Steve Guttenberg, J…

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376 Cathy Carroll: When You’re Facing Generational Loggerheads, Turn Your Tug Of War Into A “Hug Of War” 46:07

22d ago46:07

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It’s not a pretty truth of life, but we all argue with family, eventually. In fact, those arguments can be some of the most explosive moments of our lives. But why? Is it just that the folks closest to us know how to push our buttons? If so, how can we overcome that to grow? And grow alongside our family? Our guest today has a couple ideas. Cathy C…

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Headlines with Dave Quinn 50:35

1M ago50:35

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Cheryl is joined once again by People’s Senior Editor and NY Times best selling author, Dave Quinn. This weeks headlines hit all of entertainments hot topics this week with some of the biggest DWTS talent weighing in on it or being in the center of it. From Jeannie Main showing support for Cassie amidst the Diddy scandal, to Ariana’s reactions duri…

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375 Steve Lebowitz and Eli Manning: The Plays, On And Off The Field, That Make Private Equity A Little Kinder 53:33

29d ago53:33

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Think of a relationship in your life that you’d describe as a true partnership. Why did that person come to mind? There are words and phrases that come easily when you’re describing a partnership that works: feeling supported, encouraged, the sense that when I have my back turned, you’ve still got my back. So where do those feelings come from, and …

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Who should you root for at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics? 1:19

30d ago1:19

1:19

My New Favorite Olympian will introduce you to some of Team USA's most inspiring athletes and the causes they champion. New episodes hosted by 12-time Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin and NBC's Zena Keita will drop June 12. And don't miss My New Favorite Paralympian beginning August 14! Watch the video version of the trailer HERE. See Privacy Poli…

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Aiden Turner 41:45

1M ago41:45

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He was the charming, hunky fan favorite on Season 10 of DWTS, but he couldn't charm the judges. Aiden Turner joins Cheryl to talk about his short but eventful time on the show, including how he felt about the judges' harsh treatment, breaking down his on-screen argument with partner Edyta, what a producer said when he asked them not to use the foot…

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Headlines with Samantha Harris 43:45

1M ago43:45

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We are excited as Cheryl is joined by friend of the show and legend from the show, Samantha Harris. Samantha and Cheryl not only get into this week’s DWTS hot topics, chatting about who some of the pros dream celebs would be, or how Emma and Sasha are handling their relationship amicably, but also diving into health a little bit as Cheryl talks wit…

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374 Coaching Roundtable: What Does The Call To Coaching Mean To You? 52:05

1M ago52:05

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Back in July, we tried something a little new for this show – episode 329 was all about hearing from the listeners of Disrupt Yourself. What was important to you while you were listening, what insights you wanted to bring back from older episodes and refresh. It was a lovely experiment, so today we’re bringing you another roundtable. This time, we’…

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Melanie Mills 50:58

1M ago50:58

50:58

Get ready for some sizzling hot scoop! As the lead makeup artist on DWTS, she had a front-row seat to all the drama, witnessing both the highs and lows on-screen and off. Emmy Award-winning makeup artist Melanie Mills joins Cheryl to dish about her backstage experiences on Dancing with the Stars, and she's not glossing over anything! From being ask…

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Headlines with Kristyn Burtt 35:40

1M ago35:40

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Kristyn Burtt returns as we take the time to honor and dedicate this episode of DWTS entertainment headlines to KTLA journalist and friend of the show Sam Rubin. He will be missed and we will always be grateful for his contributions to this show. Please make sure to listen and hear the stories he probably would have covered this week. See omnystudi…

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373 Nathan Tanner: Are You Neglecting Your Internal Game To Succeed At The External Game? 50:37

1M ago50:37

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Self-fulfilling prophecies – and falling into their trap – are part and parcel of being human. From ancient Greek tragedies to television like Breaking Bad, they’ve popped up time and time again. We just can’t escape our flaw of telling ourselves stories about the future, and then making them reality. But what if it… wasn’t a flaw? What if there wa…

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Jonathan Roberts 45:36

2M ago45:36

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A true DWTS OG is on the pod! Esteemed professional ballroom dancer Jonathan Roberts was on Dancing with the Stars from day one and was one of Cheryl's first dance teachers when she was just a teenager! Jonathan reveals what Cheryl was like as a student, being on DWTS from the start, the things he wanted to do on the show in the first season but wa…

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Headlines with Breanne Heldman 28:51

2M ago28:51

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Today we are joined by People’s Executive Editor of TV & Events, Breanne Heldman. When you are covering headlines, this is who you want on your corner. Today we begin by covering the headlines of Cheryl’s 40th birthday that People actually put out, and then jump into Nikki Glaser and Jeff Ross being the talk of Tom Brady’s roast on Netflix, Gleb Sa…

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372 ENCORE Michael Bungay Stanier: How You Can Turn Coaching Into An Automatic Reflex 46:50

2M ago46:50

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Today, we wanted to bring back a conversation I had with Michael Bungay Stanier back in 2018, where we explored what it really means to be a coach. His self-published book The Coaching Habit had only been out for two years, and it had already sold 300 thousand copies. Bringing the philosophy of coaching into our lives can be one of the most persona…

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The Rewatch Series: Season 2 Week 8 (Part 2) 49:49

2M ago49:49

49:49

It is part 2 of the season 2 finale. Cheryl gets emotional as she relives her journey in this finale. You will hear the emotion in her voice as they start revealing the results. They ugly cry starts from the moment they announce Tony & Stacey in third place. Suddenly hope filled her and Drew up as they waited to hear who was taking home the mirror …

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Kyle Massey 32:38

2M ago32:38

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Performing in front of a live crowd can be a nerve-wracking experience for many, but not for Kyle Massey. The star, who grew up in front of the spotlight in shows like "That's So Raven" and "Cory in the House," felt right at home on Season 11 of DWTS . . .charming the audience and becoming a fan favorite! Kyle talks to Cheryl about his time on the …

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Headlines with Kristyn Burtt 34:36

2M ago34:36

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Our friend Kristyn Burtt is back to talk headlines. We are talking William Levy, Jeannie Mai, DWTS returning, Cheryl’s interview with Sara Evans and everything else that is circling in the Dancing With The Stars universe. Cheryl and Kristyn also take a minute to discuss one of the biggest topics of the week, Dance Moms. Cheryl shares her own experi…

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371 Eduardo Briceno: When You’re Not Seeing Growth, Learn To Change How You’re Changing 48:25

2M ago48:25

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So much of what we talk about on here is change – navigating change, embracing change, creating change. I think it’s fair to say that if you’re listening, change of some form is on your mind. We’re no strangers when it comes to figuring out how to get from A to B. But what happens when we have to change… how we’re changing? What happens when we pla…

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Sara Evans 50:54

2M ago50:54

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Country Music Star Sara Evans is no stranger to the top of the charts with hits like "Born to Fly," but she's also down to earth and known for keeping it real! The singer-songwriter and straight-shooter joins Cheryl for a candid chat about her time on Season Three of DWTS, including the stress of doing the show while her marriage was falling apart,…

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Cheryl Clears The Air 30:40

2M ago30:40

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Cheryl takes this episode to address the headlines about when she was interviewed on Amy and TJ’s podcast. She is ready to close a chapter as she is about to celebrate her 40th. Listen to this vulnerable conversation where she answers your questions about it all… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Headlines with Dean McCarthy 25:10

2M ago25:10

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Cheryl is joined by entertainment journalist Dean McCarthy today as they sort through this weeks DWTS related headlines, however this week, Cheryl is the week's hot topic. Dean talks with Cheryl about her news making interview after they cover stories involving Kristin Cavallari, Zendaya, & Simone Biles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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370 Roger L. Martin: How To Turn Around A Failing Business School – Without Doing A Whole Lot Of Anything 1:25:11

2M ago1:25:11

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This week we’ve got a special episode, a longer one than we normally do. But when you have an opportunity, to talk to the person who built the Rotman School of Management into the powerhouse it is today, you have to use every minute you get. Roger L. Martin was told that the Toronto’s Rotman School wasn’t worth his time, that it was a quote – cessp…

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The Rewatch Series: Season 2 Week 8 (Part 1) 1:04:50

2M ago1:04:50

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We can not believe we have already made it to the season two finale ! Spoiler Alert ! We remember very clearly this win for Cheryl but do you? Make sure to check out how it all went down in a 2 part rewatch as Jerry, Stacey, and Drew hit the floor hoping for the mirror ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Lindsey Stirling 1:02:19

2M ago1:02:19

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Acclaimed violinist Lindsey Stirling has been wowing audiences with her stunning skills as an entertainer and performer . . . but she put her skills to the test on Season 25 of DWTS! Lindsey joins Cheryl to talk about her time on DWTS, including doing the show while touring, Derek Hough's advice, what frustrated her about the experience, and a neve…

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Headlines with Dave Quinn 38:59

2M ago38:59

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Dave Quinn joins for an explosive Headlines episode as we delve into reality TV’s most controversial moments. From the unexpected “Golden Bachelor” divorce to JoJo Siwa’s sit down with Alex Cooper— and the thing she confessed that completely shifted Cheryl’s views about her. Plus, Lisa faces the music over her use of fillers, and Cheryl finally add…

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369 Ruth McKeaney: To Make A House A Home, Tailor Your Family Systems With Intention 53:44

2M ago53:44

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Ask a thousand people how to make a house a home, and you might get a thousand different answers. Some will say it’s family; others say it’s all in the interior decor – neighborhood pride, or a furry friend, maybe. Regardless of how you answer the question, you can’t just sit back and wait for it to become a home – everyone agrees that something ne…

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