Best Chris Abbey Podcasts (2024)

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From Setbacks to Success: Conquering the World of Cycling and Obstacles with Lee Povey 37:26

2d ago37:26

37:26

Lee Povey steps off the cycling track to share his incredible journey on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast. As a championship-winning cyclist and national record holder, Lee opens up about the highs of his career and the struggles he faced, from battling injuries to seeking help and the impact it had on his family. His resilience shines through as …

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624 - ROMA 76 30:01

3d ago30:01

30:01

I'm back. Thanks for your love and support over these past few difficult weeks. Intro music “Brightside of the Sun,” by Basin and Range. “Into the Mystic,” by Van Morrison. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chrisryan.substack.com/subscribe…

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"Little Black Bead" - SciFi Short Story - by Barry Burton 16:08

5d ago16:08

16:08

Little Black Bead ep.734 Barry's work has appeared in Dreams of Rust and Glass and Tales of the Moonlit Path. He lives in Columbus, Ohio. He is a physical therapist. He was once a breakdancer. He shares his life with his wonderful partner and their dog and two cats. You can reach him on Twitter or Instagram: @bbwritesstories --- Addiction Resources…

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Battling Imposter Syndrome, Divorce, and Embracing Her Journey as a Mother with Tanya Abbey 41:24

6d ago41:24

41:24

Tanya Abbey joins the Rise to the Challenge Podcast to share her powerful story of resilience and personal growth. In this episode, Tanya opens up about her battle with imposter syndrome, navigating the emotional toll of divorce, and how these experiences shaped her journey as a mother. Tanya's candid discussion sheds light on the challenges she fa…

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Off to Europa, and life on Mars 54:54

7d ago54:54

54:54

NASA's Europa Clipper mission is about to head off on a five year mission to explore one of Jupiter's largest moons. Planetary geologist mission scientist Cynthia Phillips joins Sue Nelson and Richard Hollingham to discuss why this icy body could potentially be habitable. Plus, engineer, author and president of the Mars Society, Robert Zubrin, on h…

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Off to Europa, and life on Mars 54:54

7d ago54:54

54:54

NASA's Europa Clipper mission is about to head off on a five year mission to explore one of Jupiter's largest moons. Planetary geologist mission scientist Cynthia Phillips joins Sue Nelson and Richard Hollingham to discuss why this icy body could potentially be habitable. Plus, engineer, author and president of the Mars Society, Robert Zubrin, on h…

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Episode 71: Torri Huske Describes Experience at Paris Olympics and Outlook to 2025 Season 30:20

9d ago30:20

30:20

After capturing five medals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Torri Huske joined Kick Set Podcast to talk about her Olympic experience, four Golden Goggle Awards nominations, and outlook towards the 2025 season.By USA Swimming

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From Basketball to Building an Empire: The Dre Baldwin Story | Work On Your Game 39:02

9d ago39:02

39:02

Dre Baldwin joins the Rise to the Challenge Podcast to share his inspiring journey from professional basketball to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Dre played at an international level, where he showcased his skills and built a reputation for excellence on and off the court. In this episode, he opens up about his transition into motivational spe…

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"The Village" - Fantasy Short Story - by Nancy Schumann 35:05

9d ago35:05

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The Village ep.733 Nancy is a writer of dark fiction in English and German and her works have been published in both languages. Nancy’s particular interest, both in fiction and academically, are female vampires. Nancy's masters’ thesis on female vampires through the ages formed the basis to Take A Bite, which traces female vampire characters in fol…

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Evolution From Pro Wrestling Glory to Bodybuilding Success and Business Mastery with Jon Andersen 34:13

16d ago34:13

34:13

Join us on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast as Jon Andersen shares his incredible journey through multiple career paths. From dominating the ring in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) to becoming a formidable force in bodybuilding and strongman competitions, Jon’s determination has fueled his success across various fields. In this episode, Jon dives i…

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Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 26 (book 5) - Sci-Fantasy Serialized Novel - by Lesley Herron 38:46

16d ago38:46

38:46

Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 26 (book 5) ep.732 Aggravated B-assault Listen to the book five playlist here https://talltaletv.com/series-of-risk-and-relativity/ or listen to book one http://talltaletv.com/series-monsters-mushrooms/ listen to book two http://talltaletv.com/series-of-tyrants-and-teakettles/ Listen to book three http://talltaletv.com/s…

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"The Bells of the Abbey" - Fantasy Short Story - by Jason Burner 25:39

18d ago25:39

25:39

The Bells of the Abbey ep.731 Jason Burner has a degree in psychology from Purdue University. He chooses not to use his degree professionally out of a selfish desire for having both food and shelter at the same time. He enjoys watching YouTube videos on subjects from astronomy to history to economic principles, and he will admit that he occasionall…

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Defying Odds: Journey as a T1D & Amputee Inspiring with Fitness, Author & Speaking w/ Chris Ruden 47:54

23d ago47:54

47:54

Chris Ruden joins the Rise to the Challenge Podcast to share his inspiring journey as a Type 1 diabetic and amputee. Despite the challenges, Chris proves that diabetes and disability don't define limits, showing how health and fitness can empower anyone to live life to the fullest. By embracing vulnerability, he motivates future generations to over…

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Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 25 (book 5) - Sci-Fantasy Serialized Novel - by Lesley Herron 27:12

23d ago27:12

27:12

Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 25 (book 5) ep.730 Toe Much to Hand-le Listen to the book five playlist here https://talltaletv.com/series-of-risk-and-relativity/ or listen to book one http://talltaletv.com/series-monsters-mushrooms/ listen to book two http://talltaletv.com/series-of-tyrants-and-teakettles/ Listen to book three http://talltaletv.com/se…

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"The Consciousness of All Intelligence" - SciFi Short Story - by Joanna Friedman 24:26

26d ago24:26

24:26

The Consciousness of All Intelligence ep.729 Joanna Friedman’s stories and poems are relationally focused and have appeared in a variety of publications and anthologies. She has also co-founded Spartan Blue Tails (SBT), an indie publishing company which recently debuted their first novel, For a Breath I Tarry, a multi-author anthology. She works as…

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Australian Rules Football Athlete to Inspiring Growth Mindset Coach, Shares Sacrifices with Tim Hall 38:36

29d ago38:36

38:36

In this episode of the Rise to the Challenge Podcast, Tim Hall takes us through his incredible journey as an Australian Rules Football player in the AFL. He opens up about the sacrifices he made to compete at an elite level, sharing insights into the highs and lows of professional sports. Tim also discusses his move to the USA and how it shaped his…

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"Vox Nihili, Vox Dei" - SciFi Short Story - by Mike Morgan 28:41

1M ago28:41

28:41

Vox Nihili, Vox Dei ep.728 Gideon has the power to do anything. But can even he catch God? Mike Morgan was born in London, but not in any of the interesting parts. He moved to Japan at the age of 30 and lived there for many years. Nowadays, he's based in Iowa, and enjoys family life with his wife and two young children. If you like his writing, be …

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Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 24 (book 5) - Sci-Fantasy Serialized Novel - by Lesley Herron 35:20

1M ago35:20

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Of Risk and Relativity, Ch. 24 (book 5) ep.727 Siege the Day! Listen to the book five playlist here https://talltaletv.com/series-of-risk-and-relativity/ or listen to book one http://talltaletv.com/series-monsters-mushrooms/ listen to book two http://talltaletv.com/series-of-tyrants-and-teakettles/ Listen to book three http://talltaletv.com/series-…

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Conquering Financial & Personal Challenges w/ Navy Discipline to Proven Track Record w/ Jeff Barnes 36:39

1M ago36:39

36:39

Jeff Barnes joins the Rise to the Challenge Podcast to share his powerful story of resilience and determination. With a strong foundation built on military discipline and mindset, Jeff was well-prepared for the workforce transition. However, the financial and personal battles he encountered tested his resolve like never before. As an author and ent…

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623 - Cameron Shayne (Part II) 1:04:20

1M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.com This is a continuation of my (I hope) never-ending conversation with Cameron Shayne, martial arts expert, legendary movement/yoga teacher, iconoclast, deep thinker, gentle bad-ass, and all-around awesome dude. Learn more about Cameron and Budokon University, which …

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From Business Failure and Surfing Accident to Thriving Successful Business with Kyle Gillette 36:47

1M ago36:47

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Kyle Gillette joins the Rise to the Challenge Podcast. Life's toughest challenges can either break us or build us. Kyle Gillette knows this firsthand. After facing the crushing blow of a failed business and a life-changing surfing accident, Kyle didn't just survive—he thrived. As a father, he understood the importance of resilience, and he channele…

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Episode 70: Olympic Coach Chris Plumb on His #Paris2024 Experience and Carmel Swim Club's Success 41:07

1M ago41:07

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Decorated swim coach Chris Plumb joins Kick Set podcast to discuss how his program has seen decades of success, tips for other coaches, and stories from his time at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.By USA Swimming

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From Personal Struggles to Building a Business Empire through Triumphs with Bryan Clayton 33:57

1M ago33:57

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On this episode of the Rise to the Challenge Podcast, we sit down with Bryan Clayton, who shares his inspiring journey of overcoming personal fitness challenges and discovering a passion for health. Bryan opens up about his battle with weight and how it fueled his drive to not only transform his own life but also to build a successful business. As …

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John McFall, Tim Peake and how to build a spaceport 1:03:25

1M ago1:03:25

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Former paralympic athlete, surgeon and European Space Agency (ESA) reserve astronaut, John McFall joins Sue Nelson and Richard Hollingham to share his experiences of the Fly study to investigate whether people with physical disabilities could become astronauts. Also on the show, astronaut Tim Peake, who now has a new role at Axiom Space, Saxa Vord …

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John McFall, Tim Peake and how to build a spaceport 1:03:25

1M ago1:03:25

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Former paralympic athlete, surgeon and European Space Agency (ESA) reserve astronaut, John McFall joins Sue Nelson and Richard Hollingham to share his experiences of the Fly study to investigate whether people with physical disabilities could become astronauts. Also on the show, astronaut Tim Peake, who now has a new role at Axiom Space, Saxa Vord …

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The Mature Voice of a New Generation of Singers, Ready to Captivate to the World with Malachi Gagnon 34:15

1M ago34:15

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Join us on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast as we sit down with Malachi Gagnon, an emerging singer who's captivating audiences through social media with both covers and original songs. In this episode, Malachi shares his journey from discovering his passion for music to finding his unique genre, all while exploring themes and messages that defy ex…

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"The Transistor Paradox" - SciFi Short Story - by E. Kimball 32:45

1M ago32:45

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The Transistor Paradox ep.726 E. Kimball still has nothing else to promote, except his other stories published on Tall Tale TV which were wonderfully brought to life. And he likes telling stories that make people laugh at the shared pain of the human experience.. Other TTTV Stories by E. Kimball https://talltaletv.com/tag/e-kimball/ ---- Listen Els…

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Ancient Roots of Modern Politics (Audio) 18:37

2M ago18:37

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.com This is the “director’s cut” of the article I posted a few days ago, tracing the ancient origins of the eternal political debate back to the conflicts between an agricultural approach to social organization and the hunter-gatherer approach. What’s old is new and wh…

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622 - Andrew Gold (Heretics) 39:57

2M ago39:57

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.com Andrew Gold is an investigative journalist, podcaster and filmmaker who has made and presented documentaries for the BBC and HBO. He presents the popular podcast Heretics, where he has interviewed Richard Dawkins, Jon Ronson and David Baddiel amongst many others. H…

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An Inspiring Journey of Strength and Resilience, Health Journey and Road through Hyrox w/ Neil Krebs 46:02

2M ago46:02

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Join us on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast as we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Neil Krebs, a dedicated athlete who has made waves in the world of OCR and Hyrox. Neil shares how his passion for health and fitness has profoundly shaped his life, both physically and mentally. We explore his impactful role as a speaker and motivator, where …

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621 - Shawn Kubli (Immunologist/Cancer Researcher) 42:16

2M ago42:16

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.com Shawn Kubli is an American immunologist and surfer, currently land-locked in Toronto, Ontario. Working in the biotech industry for Treadwell Therapeutics, his research group develops living drugs – cell therapy – that harness the intrinsic power of the immune syste…

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