Best Laura Armstrong Podcasts (2024)

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Chiseled Ep 87 The Best Tool for Success: Self-Esteem - Janell Schmittling 41:00

11h ago41:00

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Real estate agents — and anyone who may be struggling with self-esteem — are really going to enjoy this week's guest on Chiseled. For years, Janell Schmittling seemingly had the tools to become a successful real estate agent — but she lacked the biggest one — self-esteem. Why? Perhaps due to a lack of support from her brokerage, a lot of spinning w…

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Former Jays Kevin Pillar and Ryan Goins, plus prospect pitcher Jake Bloss 56:30

40m ago56:30

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Guests: Los Angeles Angels outfielder Kevin Pillar and infield coach Ryan Goins, Blue Jays prospect pitcher Jake Bloss This week in Deep Left Field, we catch up with a couple of former Blue Jays who are now working together on the west coast. Kevin Pillar talks about contemplating retirement and Ryan Goins, already onto the next chapter of his base…

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Inspiring people to be physically active - Andrew Harris 52:42

2h ago52:42

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How can you inspire people to be physically active? Why is it important and what are the benefits greater physical activity can have? What support is available to me to provide this advise to patients? Andrew Harris from Active Together speaks to Ralph and Claire about making physical activity and sport more accessible and part of our everyday live…

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014 - Breaking the Cycle: Growth, Resilience, and Intuitive Conversations with Doug Beitz 1:34:30

1h ago1:34:30

1:34:30

How do we break the cycle of trauma and build healthier relationships? This week on "Our Dead Dads," we sit down with Doug Beitz, host of "Intuitive Conversations with Doug," who opens up about his tumultuous relationship with his father and the impact of his dad's traumatic childhood. Doug's commitment to raising his own children differently shine…

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013.1 - BONUS - Letters to Zachary - with Jason Tuttle and Tanya Manley 1:05:45

4h ago1:05:45

1:05:45

What happens when a parent’s love turns into an unshakeable pillar of support for an entire community? Join us for a deeply touching conversation with Jason Tuttle, a father who transformed his grief into a mission of advocacy and support. In this episode, we discuss Jason's new book, "Letters to Zachary," a 70-page coloring book inspired by the li…

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New retiree Joey Votto, plus Blue Jays Bowden Francis, Will Wagner, and former Jay Santiago Espinal 56:33

41m ago56:33

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Guests: New retiree Joey Votto, Blue Jays starter Bowden Francis, Jays infielder Will Wagner, Cincinnati Reds infielder Santiago Espinal This week, we share highlights of the impromptu scrum that Joey Votto did at Rogers Centre just hours after announcing his retirement from baseball. Also, we sit down with reigning American League player of the we…

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013 - Forging Bonds and Finding Solace at Camp Good Mourning - Paul Rubin 1:48:04

1d ago1:48:04

1:48:04

Can a camp really change the life of a grieving child? Join us as we welcome Paul Rubin, the visionary behind Camp Good Mourning on Long Island, a haven where children aged 7 to 17 find solace and community after losing a parent or sibling. Paul shares his heartfelt journey from volunteering at a similar camp in New Jersey to establishing this indi…

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Chiseled Ep 86 Breaking Free of the Imposter Syndrome - Patrick Lewis 41:06

2h ago41:06

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Patrick Lewis started working at Superior Rigging and Erecting Company, his dad's place of employment, at the tender age of 10. By the time he was 16, he knew he wanted to own the company. By age 27, in 2001, Patrick and his partners bought it. You would think someone with that kind of focus and drive would be strutting his stuff, but Patrick, whil…

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Canadian rock legend and baseball lover Geddy Lee talks Blue Jays, all things baseball and more 1:11:44

4h ago1:11:44

1:11:44

Guests: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Geddy Lee, lead singer and bassist of seminal Canadian rock band Rush This week in Deep Left Field, we are joined by honest-to-goodness Canadian rock royalty. Geddy Lee is here for an in-depth conversation about baseball and the Blue Jays, two of his great loves. We remember Jays history and discuss what went wro…

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012 - Unveiling Emotional Strength in Times of Loss with Jocelyn Bates 1:38:26

10d ago1:38:26

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Can you imagine the unimaginable—losing both parents within a week during a global pandemic? This episode promises an empathetic and raw conversation with Jocelyn Bates, who shares her harrowing experience and the journey of processing such an immense loss. We unravel the bravery it takes to face profound grief, the struggle against anger and frust…

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Alek Manoah talks Bo, Vlad, Kikuchi and his rehab, plus new Jay Joey Loperfido 46:04

15d ago46:04

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Guests: Blue Jays starter Alek Manoah, outfielder Joey Loperfido On a special Monday bonus episode of Deep Left Field, and his insight into what’s been a miserable season for Bo Bichette. We also get to know one of the new guys acquired by the Jays at the trade deadline – Joey Loperfido, one of three players who came over from Houston in the Yusei …

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Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro met with the media this week – for the first time since spring training – and we break down what Shapiro had to say 44:23

16d ago44:23

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Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro met with the media this week – for the first time since spring training – and we break down what Shapiro had to say. He touched on the Jays’ lost season, the future of Ross Atkins, what the Jays need to do to get back to being contenders and more. We analyze what Shapiro said, what he meant, and what that me…

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011 - Finding Peace and Strength After Unimaginable Loss with Suzy Easterling Wood 1:36:47

7d ago1:36:47

1:36:47

What if you could find peace amidst unimaginable sorrow? Join us for a poignant conversation with Suzy Easterling Wood, who bravely shares her heartbreaking journey of losing two of her three children. Suzy reveals the stark contrasts between her experiences with loss—one that brought unexpected peace, and another that was unbearably painful. She o…

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Chiseled Ep 85 Getting a Financial Education - Randy Wilson 46:07

12d ago46:07

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Randy Wilson spent most of his life wondering what he was going to do with himself. An average student who wanted to play pro basketball but lacked the height, he debated entering the military before going to a hometown university and eventually dropping out. In his early 30s and pleased to be a chain retail store manager who could afford to raise …

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Jays Chris Bassitt and Kevin Gausman, plus new Dodger Kevin Kiermaier 54:41

12d ago54:41

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Guests: Blue Jays starters Chris Bassitt and Kevin Gausman, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kevin Kiermaier We move into August with the Jays having dealt away nearly one-third of their big-league roster, including Kevin Kiermaier, who gave us his last 1-on-1 interview as a Blue Jay before being traded to L.A. You’ll hear his thoughts on a season go…

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Trade deadline bonus episode: Jays traded eight members of their major-league roster. How did they do? 46:14

13d ago46:14

46:14

Guest: Toronto Star Baseball Columnist Gregor Chisholm In this special bonus episode of Deep Left Field, we recap the Blue Jays’ comings and goings at the trade deadline that just passed. The Jays traded eight members of their major-league roster and got back 13 minor-league prospects (plus one 32-year-old big-league reliever). How did they do? Did…

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010 - Embracing Humor and Heartache with Laura Cina 1:13:39

15d ago1:13:39

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Losing a parent can change everything. Join us on this special 10th episode of "Our Dead Dads" as we sit down with Laura Cina, who recounts the profound impact of losing her father at just 11 years old. Through her tears and laughter, Laura brings a unique perspective on how grief shapes family dynamics and how humor can coexist with sorrow. Laura'…

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Danny Jansen and Yusei Kikuchi, two Blue Jays likely to be traded 44:38

1M ago44:38

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Guests: Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen, starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi With the trade deadline looming, the Blue Jays are sellers for the first time in five years. Two of the most prominent free-agents-to-be, Danny Jansen and Yusei Kikuchi, who are very likely to be traded, join us to talk about what it’s like to be living with the uncertainty of w…

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009 - From Trauma to Triumph with Functional Health Coach Melissa Armstrong 1:10:29

1M ago1:10:29

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Imagine growing up with an abusive, schizophrenic father and then surviving a school shooting where you knew the shooter. On this week's episode of "Our Dead Dads," we feature an incredible interview with Melissa Armstrong, a nurse turned trauma-informed functional health coach, who bravely shares her life story. From witnessing her brother's tragi…

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Chiseled Ep 84 The Hustle and Heart Coach - Erin Harrigan 43:36

25d ago43:36

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When you hear someone say Jesus was a hustler, you probably think that person doesn't like Jesus. But what if the disconnect isn't the name but the definition of a"hustler"? Erin Harrigan says that's the mistake most people make. The word "hustle" doesn't mean someone who's deceptive, aggressive, or pushy. To hustle actual means to do something wit…

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Working in a high performance MDT: The coaches' view - Lee Blackett 47:03

1M ago47:03

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How do elite sport team environments work with their medical teams? How is this landscape changing? Ralph and Claire talk to Lee Blackett, assistant coach at Bath Rugby and former player for Rotherham and Leeds Tykes about working in a high performance multi-disciplinary team. An insightful discussion, providing a look at the evolving perspective a…

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BONUS (008.1) - The Hot Seat - July 2024 (with Nick and Kim Gaylord) 1:13:19

26d ago1:13:19

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Ever wondered what it’s like to kick-start a podcast from scratch while navigating personal memories and relationships? Join us for our first bonus episode of "Our Dead Dads" where Nick takes the hot seat to answer your most burning questions—co-hosted by the ever-supportive Kim Gaylord. From the joys of achieving a lifelong goal to the candid, hum…

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Travis Snider opens up about mental health, in pro and youth sports 1:13:45

26d ago1:13:45

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Guests: Former Blue Jays first-round pick and top prospect Travis Snider In a special episode of Deep Left Field, we focus on mental health. Travis Snider joins us to discuss his career and why he wound up being a journeyman big-league outfielder as opposed to the can’t miss superstar that he was projected to be. Snider talks openly and honestly ab…

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008 - Running Through Pain: Healing and Mediumship with Colleen Coleman 1:06:26

1M ago1:06:26

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What if embracing your grief could unlock a new purpose in life? This week on Our Dead Dads, we're inviting you into deeply heartfelt conversations about loss, healing, and the surprising paths they can lead us down. We begin with a poignant interview with Colleen Coleman, who recounts her raw and emotional journey after losing her father to alcoho…

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Tom Henke and Marco Estrada discuss their Jay days and All Star experiences 52:01

1M ago52:01

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With the Blue Jays fighting against heavy odds trying to get back into a wild card race as they head toward the all-star break, we talk to a couple of former Jays about their all-star experiences back in the day. Tom Henke (1987) and Marco Estrada (2016) made the all-star team once each as Blue Jays and they get together to share their stories abou…

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007 - Faith, Community, and Coping with Loss - Kevin Crater 1:13:33

1M ago1:13:33

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Could you imagine being 14 and losing your father, only to lose your brother eight years later? Join us in this heartfelt episode of Our Dead Dads, where we dive deep into Kevin Crater's emotional journey through consecutive family tragedies. Kevin, host of the Kevin Crater Show, opens up about the impact of losing his father and brother at such a …

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Chiseled Ep 83 Playing in the League of Dreams - Mike Bordick 57:13

1M ago57:13

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Baseball fans are in for a treat this week. I had the pleasure of interviewing Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer Mike Bordick, who shared stories about his experiences playing in the Major League for 14 years, lessons he took from the game, and thoughts on the role of sports in young people's lives.As a true lover of baseball, I was in heaven talking…

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006.1 - Website is LIVE!! A Walkthrough of OurDeadDads.com 8:34

2M ago8:34

8:34

Ever wondered how to navigate a brand new website packed with cool features? Join me, Nick Gaylord, as we explore the official launch of OurDeadDads.com, the new digital home for Our Dead Dads podcast. We’ll walk through every nook and cranny of the site, from the homepage’s embedded episode player to the sleek navigation designed by the talented A…

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Kevin Kiermaier and Mark Budzinski on the Jays' struggles, plus Yankee Marcus Stroman 56:49

2M ago56:49

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This week, on the 200th episode of Deep Left Field, we catch up with some of our favourites. Kevin Kiermaier talks about the mess the Jays continue to find themselves in, his poor season, the injury to Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the DFA of Tim Mayza and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s all-star nod. Mark Budzinski gives his thoughts on the tough road ahead and how…

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”The Difference Between and Intimacy” Episode 121- Guest Lyuba Venable 1:00:27

1M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

*18+ Advisory for Sensitive Subject Matter* Listeners, hello! I have a very raw and fun topic today with my guest, Lyuba Venable, a , Relationship and Intimacy Coach, Speaker, and Trainer in learning how to embrace sexuality, your body, attain and understand that is meant to be fulfilling and enjoyable! Her Open and Vulnerable speaking style will l…

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006 - Turning Pain into Purpose - Nicki Critchett 1:24:14

2M ago1:24:14

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What happens when profound loss becomes the turning point for a new beginning? On this heartfelt episode of Our Dead Dads, we sit down with Nikki Critchett, a life coach from the UK and the heart behind Tomorrow's You Life Coaching. Nikki has faced unimaginable personal tragedies, including the losses of her mother, sister, and father. She shares h…

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005 - The Transformative Power of Surrender and Forgiveness with Kute Blackson 52:19

2M ago52:19

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What if surrendering could lead to profound joy and fulfillment, rather than weakness? Renowned author and transformational speaker Kute Blackson joins us to unravel this very question. Kute shares his moving journey from speaking at his father’s churches to bravely stepping out on his own, culminating in the wisdom found in his book, "The Magic of…

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2024 season is halfway there and the Blue Jays are livin’ on a prayer 1:13:48

2M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Guests: Canadian stars of stage and screen Ryan Bondy (“Book of Mormon”), Sandy Jobin-Bevans (Second City, “Just Like Mom and Dad”), Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (“Kim’s Convenience,” “The Mandalorian,” “Avatar: The Last Airbender”) The Toronto Blue Jays are about to hit the halfway point of the season and, despite snapping a seven-game losing streak on Tues…

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”Confidence Is An Inside Job!”- Episode 119- Guest Darius Wallace 1:10:05

2M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Hi Listeners! Today's guest is a successful actor, speaker, and coach who overcame so many struggles and lack of his own confidence. From being homeless at age 13 and later when addiction was present, he kept persisting and believing in the vision he had for himself. Some unsuspecting people in his life helped him to see in himself what they saw! w…

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004 - Navigating Grief, Love, and Family Dynamics - A Journey of Healing with Kim Gaylord 1:44:56

2M ago1:44:56

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What if navigating the complex emotions of grief could bring you closer to your loved ones? Join us on this special episode of "Our Dead Dads" as we welcome my wife, Kim, to share her poignant journey of growing up with her father and the starkly different ways she and her sisters coped with his loss. We dive into the unexpected similarities betwee…

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The Jays are on a six game losing streak and time is running out 47:10

2M ago47:10

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The Blue Jays have been swept in back-to-back series. They’re playing their worst baseball with the most important week of the season beginning Monday – three games at Boston and then four at home against the first-place New York Yankees. With the team taking on water, literally and figuratively, it was time for an emergency bonus episode of Deep L…

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Jennifer Simard and Patrick Hinds Introduce "The Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast" 1:11:06

2M ago1:11:06

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THEATER PEOPLE!! I'm so excited to tell you that I've teamed up with BROADWAY ICON Jennifer Simard--the two time Tony Nominee and star of the upcoming Death Becomes Her for a brand new podcast called The Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast! AND WE ARE SO EXCITED TO SHARE EPISODE 1 WITH YOU RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW! Each week we recap an episode of The Golde…

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Chiseled Ep 82 Running Over Anorexia - Katie Kiliszewski 36:36

2M ago36:36

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Katie Kiliszewski spent nearly half of her life battling an eating disorder that threatened to take everything from her. At a young age, she began obsessing over her weight, counting calories, and running. She was only 14 when she was diagnosed with anorexia. "I was so young when the eating disorder started, I didn't know what I was doing. It seeme…

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”Navigating Childhood Trauma: Parenting adopted and foster children” - Episode 138 Scotty Aemis 55:43

2M ago55:43

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Hi Listeners! In this insightful episode, we welcome Scotty Aemis, an Author and Speaker passionate about helping parents navigate childhood trauma. After adopting his own 2 children, he dedicated his life to understanding and addressing the challenges faced by adopted and foster children with trauma. Join us today as Scotty shares practical ways t…

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Talking with Jays Justin Turner, Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Spencer Horwitz 39:19

2M ago39:19

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Guests: Blue Jays DH Justin Turner and infielders Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Spencer Horwitz This week in “Deep Left Field,” we talk to the resurgent Justin Turner, who has shaken off a terrible month of May to get back to his normal self in June. We catch up with Isiah Kiner-Falefa for his thoughts about the team’s current predicament and having to ta…

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”If The Wrench Isn’t Broken, Keep Turning It”- Episode 118- Guest Tyler Wittkofsky 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

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Hi Fabulous listeners! Join me today for a lively and inspiring convo with Tyler, an author, blogger, podcast host, and much more! He shares his own story of struggle with suicidal ideation, addiction, and feeling less than his purpose. He found his support circle of friends and family who helped and he now is a creative dynamo who helps others. Be…

3M ago43:08

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When COVID-19 hit, Laura Di Franco immediately had to shut down her physical therapy business. She took that opportunity to focus on another project she had beenworking on since 2015 — Brave Healing Productions, a publishing company for health practitioners who use holistic approaches to physical healing. It was a leap of faith that Laura didn't mi…

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