Best Mexican Wave Podcasts (2024)

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From 100 mile races to 1 workout a day. 29:19

12h ago29:19

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Nick B. is a husband, a father, military officer & member of the Linchpin community. He spent many years as a dedicated runner doing everything from 5k runs to 100 miles races & everything in between. In 2018 he joined Linchpin & has been a member for over 6 years. This is his story.

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Living in Santa Barbara - When the Lights Go Out - A Poignant Immersive Production by Kerrilee Gore 28:02

2d ago28:02

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Send us a text Imagine embarking on a sensory journey where reality and fantasy blur, tapping into deep aspects of the human experience. This is the artistry of Kerrilee Gore, the visionary behind *When the Lights Go Out*—an impressive 90-minute dynamic spectacle that fuses impressive aerial acts, sultry dance, live theater, and film, all set to an…

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1st, 2nd, 3rd Wave Adaption 44:03

12h ago44:03

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Steroids, Power Lifting & Manual Labor. 33:36

1h ago33:36

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Patrick S. is one of the many amazing people we have in the Linchpin community. He has a profoundly physically demanding job. Every day he moves heavy boxes for hours & hours. In a previous phase of life he was also a power lifter who experimented with performance enhancing drugs. Patrick is an open book & shares all aspects of his fitness jounrey …

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#361 South African Big Wave Surfer - Frank Solomon 1:17:49

10h ago1:17:49

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Frank Solomon (@franksolomon) is one of the most well-liked people I’ve ever met. Every country has a couch for him to crash on, random encounters turn into lifelong friendships, and for some reason that science still can’t explain, meals are always “compliments of the chef.” He’s just one of those guys. Frank is a talented big wave charger, Patago…

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Living in Santa Barbara - Favorite Mexican Restaurants Pt. 1 - The Heartwarming Story of El Bajio 23:25

7d ago23:25

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Send us a Text Message. In part one of "My Favorite Mexican restaurants in Santa Barbara" series, I'm excited to highlight a restaurant that I highly recommend, El Bajio. This restaurant stands out for its high quality food, incredible flavor, and impeccable cleanliness. In this episode, I sit down with Rosie Corvera, the daughter of Santos Guzman,…

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2024 CF Games, Paleo, Scaling & more. 59:53

18h ago59:53

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Mexican Culture, Soccer, Dancing & Fitness. 42:37

3h ago42:37

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Adrian is a gym owner & member of the Linchpin community. He grew up playing soccer & loves to dance. He first tried CrossFit while in college & has been hooked ever since. This is his story.

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Living in Santa Barbara: Breathe In, Bliss Out - Juliet Wilkin's Insights on Transformative Breathwork 41:44

14d ago41:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of breathwork with Juliet Wilkins and delve into her creative journey behind the last float in this year’s Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Parade, held on June 22, 2024. Juliet shares the personal story of discovering the healing arts and the breathwork that has profoundly i…

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VO2 Max vs Lactate Threshold. 17:15

21h ago17:15

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VO2 Max vs Lactate Threshold. | Using btwb data to improve Linchpin. | Are some weeks of Linchpin harder than others? | Pull-ups vs Chin-ups. | Olympic events I love.

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How to lose 70 pounds. 36:01

18d ago36:01

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Scott M started doing CrossFit in 2010. He was the heaviest he had ever been in his life at 250 pounds. He found a gym & got his diet under control. Over the last 14 years he has owned a gym, but now works out in his garage as a member of the Linchpin community. This is his story.

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Living in Santa Barbara: Riding Life's Waves - Shaun Tomson from Surfing Legend to Inspirational Speaker 42:42

21d ago42:42

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Send us a Text Message. If you’re a surfer, you’ve likely heard of the Surfer's Code. Meet the man behind the Code, Santa Barbara community member and legendary surfer Shaun Tomson. In this episode of Living in Santa Barbara, we dive into the philosophy of surfing and how the ocean teaches us about resilience, mindfulness, and community. Shaun shar…

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The hardest workout I ever programmed. 34:20

9d ago34:20

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#360 Landing Film Gigs, Living in Mongolia, & Finding Spirituality without Dogma - Rob Shore 1:22:36

17d ago1:22:36

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Rob loves the people-side of storytelling — and not just the folks in front of the camera, but those behind the lens, behind the scenes, and in front of the screens. He has produced stories across many genres on every platform winning Webbys and Emmys along the way. Pre-PTP, he was the Creative Director of the MacArthur Award-winning think tank, Fr…

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The Army Combat Fitness Test & much more. 31:53

11d ago31:53

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Anthony is a husband, a father, a civil enginner & a member of Linchpin. He was a 3 sport athlete in highschool who went on to attend West Point. He walks us through his time in the military as well as his fitness regimen now that he is a civilian.

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Are butterfly pull-ups worth the risk? 40:03

15d ago40:03

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Living in Santa Barbara: Mentoring the Future - John Daly and The Key Class 40:03

29d ago40:03

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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with John Daly, the dedicated president of The Key Class. For over a decade, John has been mentoring young men, providing them with essential life skills and guidance. As a father of five, John’s extended family includes the many lives he’s touched through his mentorship. John…

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#359 The Mexican Pro Surfer Who Moved to Finland - Kalle Carranza 1:36:32

17d ago1:36:32

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When I was a teenager, I remember opening an issue of SURFER magazine and reading an article about a Mexican pro surfer who, at the peak of his career, walked away from it all and moved to Finland. Finland! I didn’t know Kalle Carranza then, but the rarity of his story was memorable. Once the ocean grabs us, it rarely lets go. So why oh why, I wond…

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Clinical Laboratory Science & Foster Kids. 39:03

18d ago39:03

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Scott is a husband, a father, a clinical laboratory scientist & a Linchpin member. Originally a runner, he first tried CrossFit back in 2013 & got hooked. In 2016 he built a garage gym & started following Linchpin. He & his wife have two children & have fostered many kids over the years. This is his story.…

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Living in Santa Barbara: The Power of Empathy - Edwin Rutsch's Mission to Unite and Heal through The Empathy Center 47:09

1M ago47:09

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Send us a text "The more I saw, you know, all that seeking I was doing of, you know, it was about how to connect with people. And I really saw that it was empathy was kind of the core of how we connect with each other. So I thought, this is really important. And then shortly thereafter. After Barack Obama, he ran for office and he kept saying the c…

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A full time Farmer's view on working out. 31:23

25d ago31:23

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Evan W. is a husband, a father, a fulltime farmer & a Linchpin member. He has an extremely physically demanding job which often forces his to work long days outside, regardless of the weather. Even though Evan's job is so tough, he chooses to workout. As a matter of fact, he says it helps him be a better farmer. This is his story.…

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#358 Leave the Country & Start a Tattoo Shop - Eric Smiley 1:16:42

27d ago1:16:42

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Let’s play a word association game. Ready? Okay… EXPAT. For most of my life, I would have smashed that red gameshow button and shouted, “Pirate with a surfboard!” A lawless scallywag set adrift by society, living off coconut meat and massive quantities of Vitamin D. But as America gears up for another cortisol-inducing election, the prospect of mov…

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Living in Santa Barbara: Exploring Consciousness and Community with Rinaldo Brutoco 51:11

1M ago51:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, join me as I sit down with esteemed business leader, Rinaldo Brutoco, founder of the World Business Academy, a nonprofit think tank focused on ethical leadership and sustainability in business. His mission is to broaden our perspectives and deepen our understanding of the world around us, addressing critical…

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Do we need to do Handstand Push-ups? 47:10

1M ago47:10

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10 years of fitness has its ups & downs. 34:29

1M ago34:29

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Levi is a husband, a father & a Linchpin member. He has been doing CrossFit since 2014 & joined Linchpin in 2020. Over the last 10 years life has presented several challenges to his family, including serious health issues one of his daughters faced. This caused many starts & stops during his fitness journey. Levi discusses these things & much more.…

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Living in Santa Barbara: Behind the Waula Magic - Wade Cowper on Community and Compassion 59:10

1M ago59:10

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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode of "Living in Santa Barbara," we have the honor of introducing Wade Cowper, a man who along with his wife Paula have dedicated their time and efforts to community and took action to help others in Santa Barbara. Wade, a fourth-generation Santa Barbarian, has a successful history of working in public r…

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15 Barbells, 4 Kids, 1 Garage Gym. 50:27

2M ago50:27

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Buck is a husband, a father, a school teacher & a coach. He also loves barbells & has 15 different ones in his garage gym. He has been a powerlifter, a football player & gym rat over the course of his life. He tried several online programs & found a home with Linchpin. This is his story.

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Living in Santa Barbara: Rodney Chow - American as Apple Pie 50:43

2M ago50:43

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Send us a text “Don’t look at me like a different ethnic minority, look at me as an American.” - Rodney Chow In this special episode, we feature Rodney Chow, a 95-year-old Carpinteria farmer, veteran, and author. Rodney is a fifth-generation Chinese-American Californian with a remarkable heritage, including an ancestor who worked on the railroads a…

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Are you "cheating" on workouts? 47:09

2M ago47:09

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10 "Murphs" & 2 Marathons in 28 hours. 30:35

2M ago30:35

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Marcus M. is a firefighter in Norway. He has been a member of Linchpin since 2018. This year for "Murph" he decided to do a 42.2 km run, 1000 pull-ups, 2000 push-ups, 3000 air squats & another 42.2 km run. (42.2 km is a full marathon) This took him 27 hours & 50 minutes. This is his story.

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Living in Santa Barbara: Exploring Integrative Medicine with Dr. James Kwako 55:40

2M ago55:40

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Send us a Text Message. In this enlightening episode of Living in Santa Barbara, Dr. James Kwako, an early adopter in the field of integrative medicine, shares his unique journey from traditional medical training to embracing a holistic approach. Combining nutrition, acupuncture, and psycho-spiritual methods, Dr. Kwako explains how a simple book re…

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Wearables, Heart Rate, Gadgets & Gizmos. 51:52

2M ago51:52

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2 Sisters make fitness happen! 35:02

2M ago35:02

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Jeanne & Dawn are sisters living in Minnesota. Both have been married 30 years. Dawn has 2 kids & Jeanne has 3. They work out together each day, help each other make good decisions & keep each other motivated. This is their fitness journey.

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#357 Remembering Wallace J. Nichols 1:17:56

2M ago1:17:56

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Wallace J. Nichols was a friend, ocean advocate, and often requested guest on the podcast. I first met J when I was twenty. I was a young activist, a little too eager, convinced that the world needed saving, and I would be the one to save it. After giving him my little spiel, he took a long breath through his nose, smiled slightly, and said, “You’r…

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Living in Santa Barbara: Spencer the Gardener: Music, Memories and Community 50:30

2M ago50:30

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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, we sit with Spencer the Gardener, a dynamic musician who has been a cornerstone of Santa Barbara’s cultural scene for decades. Known for his eclectic sound and energetic performances, Spencer shares his fascinating journey from his early days growing up on the Mesa to becoming a beloved local icon. Tune i…

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Is Linchpin enough for Competitors? 46:49

2M ago46:49

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Guyana, America, & Thoracic Surgery. 40:47

3M ago40:47

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Melanie is a single mom with 2 kids & a Linchpin member. She was born & raised in Guyana & moved to the US when she was 11 years old. She has an amazing career as a Thoracic Surgery PA & stays very busy raising her 2 kids & getting them to their sports practices/games. This is her story.

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#356 - What I Got Wrong About Men's Work - Eli Buren 1:33:52

2M ago1:33:52

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If you’re a man and you work, technically, you do “men’s work.” There’s also that band “Men At Work” that sang that one about that thing and got us all to drink Foster’s beer for two whole months. Dark times. And then there’s Eli Buren, who has been on a dedicated path of facilitating men’s work since 1998. He leads in-depth retreats with training …

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Living in Santa Barbara: Illuminate Film Festival - Transformational Storytelling with Téana David 49:42

2M ago49:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast, we will delve into the heart of transformational cinema with a special guest who is helping to drive change through powerful storytelling. Today, we're thrilled to have Téana David, the Executive Director of the ILLUMINATE Film Festival, joining us. With a passion for creating at the intersection of ecology,…

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Zone 2 training, Progressive Overload & Sprinting after 40. 49:36

2M ago49:36

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Busy Mom, Business Owner & Staying Fit. 23:29

3M ago23:29

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Terri G is a wife, a mother, a business owner & a Linchpin member. She & her husband get up at 5am every day to make sure they get in their workout. She talks about her fitness journey & what lead her to Linchpin.

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#355 - Surfing Morocco, Chopes Swells, & Waves On Other Planets - Othman “Hotman” Choufani 1:21:52

2M ago1:21:52

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The name’s Othman… or as fellow big wave surfers call him, Hot Man. The eccentric Moroccan can often be found in small airports or humungous barrels worldwide, dancing, high-fiving, and tracking swells to his next destination like a comet, forlorn damsels trailing close behind. Hot Man had a two-day layover in LA before he flew to Teahupoo, Tahiti,…

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Living in Santa Barbara: Cycling without Age, Teen Press & More - John Seigel Boettner 1:06:27

3M ago1:06:27

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Send us a text Join us in this captivating episode as we talk to John Seigel Boettner, a dedicated teacher, adventurer, and storyteller with a deep love for humanity. From inspiring students to bringing joy to the elderly, John's story is one of curiosity, compassion, and unwavering dedication. In this episode, John shares how he became inspired to…

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Is "Murph" too much? 31:42

3M ago31:42

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Backpacking 25 countries in 15 months. 36:09

3M ago36:09

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Jeff D is a husband, a father, & a Linchpin member. He & his wife decided to quit their jobs, sell all of their possessions & go on the adventure of a lifetime. The explored 25 countries in 15 months. Jeff talks about life, adventure, coffee & fitness.

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Living in Santa Barbara: Transformative Wisdom - Rev. Dr. Temple Hayes’ Journey to Empowerment & Unity of Santa Barbara 37:02

3M ago37:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rev. Dr. Temple Hayes discusses her journey from a rebellious young girl to a renowned spiritual leader, highlighting her transformative experiences and dedication to empowering others. Through her teachings at the Institute for Leadership and Lifelong Learning and her impactful work in spiritual communities…

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Tall vs Short Athletes: Pros & Cons. 40:48

3M ago40:48

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Fitness while Married with 2 Kids & a Sedentary Job. 29:51

3M ago29:51

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Scott is a husband, a father & has a job which has him sitting most of the day. He has been a member of Linchpin for over 2 years. Life got hectic, as it does for many of us & he let his health & fitness deteriorate to an unacceptable level around the time his second child was born. He made a decision to change his life & has not looked back. This …

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Living in Santa Barbara: Polo Paradise - Inside the Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club With Monica Finley and Mia Bray 33:42

3M ago33:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast, we will explore the picturesque Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club, nestled between the lush Santa Ynez Mountains and the magnificent Pacific Ocean. This world-renowned polo club is the 3rd oldest in the United States. Often called the "sport of kings", polo legends from all over the world have competed her…

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Living in Santa Barbara: District216 - Founder Jacob Tell on Psychedelics, Psilocybin, and his Psychedelic Social Club 42:43

3M ago42:43

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Send us a Text Message. Join us on a thought-provoking journey as we delve into the enigmatic world of District 216 and the intriguing concept of a psychedelic social club. Uncover the mysteries of this unique space, where healing and consciousness expansion take center stage. Discover the potential transformative power of psychedelics, the nurturi…

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