Best Rahaf Podcasts (2024)

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Embracing the journey to a balanced life - The Midpoint Season Finale 5:43

1+ y ago5:43

5:43

The firts season of The Midpoint has come to an end. In this special episode, Rico reflects on the essence of this podcast: to explore different aspects of life, demonstrating that everything can be balanced and that extremes aren't always necessary. Thank you , listener, for embracing this unique approach and making the podcast a success. As the f…

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The Hustle Myth: Why Rest is Key to Your Success with Rahaf Harfoush 54:20

1+ y ago54:20

54:20

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico speaks with Rahaf Harfoush, a digital anthropologist and New York Times bestselling author, who has been redefining the landscape of digital culture, innovation, and work. They delve into the concept of hustle and the importance of reclaiming creativity and finding balance in a world obsessed with work. Rico an…

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Beyond Profit, a mission to help the world with Antonis Schwarz 36:18

1+ y ago36:18

36:18

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico introduces his guest, Antonis Schwarz, a philanthropist, impact investor, and advocate for social equality. Antonis shares his unique perspective as a wealthy individual who believes rich people should be taxed more. Rico highlights Antonis' background, mentioning that his family's pharmaceutical company, Schwa…

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How To Be Unstoppable: Bionicman’s Journey Through Adversity with Michel Fornasier 30:32

1+ y ago30:32

30:32

In this new episode of The Midpoint, Rico sits down with Michel Fornasier, also known as Bionicman, a real-life superhero. Michel is a motivational trainer, comic author, and an inspiring role model who has defied all limitations. Born without his right hand, Michel has transformed his life through the power of technology, becoming a pioneer in pro…

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Unleashing the Power of Change with Alex Budak 33:46

1+ y ago33:46

33:46

In this episode of The Midpoint, join Rico as he delves into the art of initiating change in various aspects of life with special guest Alex Budak, a social entrepreneur, author, and faculty member at UC Berkeley who brings his expertise on creating impact and becoming a changemaker. Rico and Alex explore the challenges and strategies involved in i…

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Escaping Madness: Alex Cody Foster's journey with John McAfee 'The man who hacked the world' 1:04:30

1+ y ago1:04:30

1:04:30

This week, Rico engages in a captivating conversation with author and ghostwriter Alex Cody Foster. Our guest openly talks about his life journey and his experiences with John McAfee, touching upon the Netflix show 'Running with the Devil: The Wild World of John McAfee' and his book, 'The Man Who Hacked the World: A Ghostwriter's Descent into Madne…

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Boost Your Productivity and Work-Life Balance: The Shocking Truth About the Four-Day Work Week with Andrew Barnes 49:16

1+ y ago49:16

49:16

Welcome to The Midpoint. In this episode, Rico talks with Andrew Barnes, an entrepreneur who made waves in 2018 with a radical idea that promised to boost workplace productivity and enhance employee well-being: the four-day workweek. Since then, this concept has gained momentum worldwide, with organizations, countries, and companies experimenting, …

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Saving the Planet One Plastic Bottle at a Time: Join the Global Movement for a Sustainable Future with Cleanhub 49:59

1+ y ago49:59

49:59

In this episode of The Midpoint, we dive into the global issue of plastic and explore its impact on our lives and the environment. This episode is special because we have two guests, each one with a unique perspective: Joel Tasche, the co-founder of CleanHub based in Europe, and Lakshmi Menon, a member of the Clean Hub team based in India. Lakshmi,…

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Unlocking the Secret to A Balanced Life with Niki Brantmark 50:11

1+ y ago50:11

50:11

Welcome to a new episode of The Midpoint. In today's episode, we're diving into the Swedish principle of Lagom and how it influences Scandinavian cultures like Sweden. Our host, Rico, talks with Niki Brantmark, an expert on Lagom and the author of several books. Niki shares her personal experience of moving from London to Sweden and the huge cultur…

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From Overworked to Marathon: How Dilip Kumar Transformed His Life 44:31

1+ y ago44:31

44:31

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico welcomes Dilip Kumar, a tech entrepreneur and endurance sports enthusiast, for an inspiring conversation about his remarkable transformation. Dilip shares his journey from being overworked, overweight, and stressed out to becoming a passionate advocate for fitness and nutrition. We highlight Dilip's impressive …

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What's Behind Our Excuses for Destroying the Environment? with Thomas Brudermann 44:10

1+ y ago44:10

44:10

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico discuss with Thomas Brudermann, an expert on climate change and behavior change and author of the book Die Kunst Der Ausrede (The Art of Excuse), about the common excuses people use to justify their environmentally harmful behavior. Thomas also offers insights into how we can overcome these excuses and make mor…

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Breaking Free from the Rat Race with Mads Holm 45:35

1+ y ago45:35

45:35

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico talks with Mads Holm, a Danish CFO currently residing in Dubai, shares his personal journey of spending over 25 years in the same role, reaching the pinnacle of success, only to realize that the pursuit of money didn't bring him true happiness. Mads takes us back to the beginning, recounting how he found himsel…

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More Empathy in a Harsh Reality with Tayo Rockson 52:11

1+ y ago52:11

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This week, Rico talks to Tayo Rockson, a diversity and inclusion consultant, cultural translator, storyteller and activist. They met a decade ago and catch up on their personal journeys, their backgrounds and their passions. Tayo describes his role as a cultural translator, someone who fosters bridges between different cultures and promotes inclusi…

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8 Months, 1 Bike, 0 Plans: The Inspiring Story of Valtteri Heinilä 42:43

1+ y ago42:43

42:43

Welcome to a new episode of The Midpoint. This week Rico speaks with Valtteri Heinilä, a 26-year-old Finn who just completed an eight-month cycling journey from Helsinki to Singapore. Join us to listen to Valtteri's incredible adventure and know more about his motivation for taking on such a journey. Valtteri explains that he and his friend had ori…

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How to Live a More Meaningful Life with Dave Radparvar 41:51

1+ y ago41:51

41:51

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico will talk with David Radparvar, one of the three members of Holstee, a company that creates products, inspiration, tools, and a community to help people live a more meaningful life, known as the creators of the Holstee Manifesto. Dave talks about his journey with his company and how it has evolved over the year…

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From Sailboats to Startups: The Incredible Journey of Herbert Bay 44:26

1+ y ago44:26

44:26

Rico interviews Herbert Bay, a Swiss entrepreneur and deep tech expert, who is currently developing an app called Earkick, a mental health tool for the workplace. Herbert talks about his background and how he got into the field of machine learning, he also shares his interest in mental health and how technology can help provide a scalable solution …

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Can we afford to fly? with Shashank Nigam 38:17

1+ y ago38:17

38:17

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico joins with Shahank Nigam, an expert in the aviation industry. Shahank founded SimplyFlying, a leading strategy consulting firm for airlines globally, which started as a blog in 2008. Shahank shares his journey and how his passion for aviation led him to start this exciting project. They discuss the evolution of…

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Why Less is More with minimalist Alan Frei 35:36

1+ y ago35:36

35:36

In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico talks with Alan Frei, a former minimalist who has an interesting perspective on finding balance, productivity and freedom in life. Alan shares his journey on minimalism, which started after his father's death when he had to clear out his house. He was overwhelmed with the number of things that his father had co…

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"It looks like ice, it feels like ice, but it's not ice" with Viktor Meier 28:11

1+ y ago28:11

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Welcome to the The Midpoint, where our host Rico welcomes Viktor Meyer, the founder of Glice, a company that helps to reduce the carbon footprint which product looks like ice, feels like ice, but is not ice. Viktor joins the podcast from Bali, where he has been living with his family for a few years now. You will also know about Viktor's journey fr…

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The Hidden Costs of Your Lifestyle with Till Quack 42:10

1+ y ago42:10

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In this episode of The Midpoint, Rico calls Till Quack to discuss his startup Zerofy, his background, and some ways to reduce carbon footprint. Till is also an expert in machine learning and has lived in many different places, including Silicon Valley in the US and Estonia. They talk about the differences between European countries and the US in te…

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Escape the 9-5 Grind - with Devin Northrup 39:34

1+ y ago39:34

39:34

Hey there! In this episode of The Midpoint, host Rico speaks with Devin Northrup, who embarked on a five-year nomadic lifestyle with his wife and son. They traveled around the US, dipping into Canada and Mexico too. The family lived in an RV for the duration of their journey, and later, they started doing motorcycle camping towards the end of their…

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The Midpoint - Let's find the balance in our lives 1:46

1+ y ago1:46

1:46

Hey there! I'm Rico Wyder. Have you ever thought about why everybody's so tired, sad, and angry stays? We live in a world of constant change and uncertainty. But by the other hand, we also live a quite comfortable life. This is The Midpoint, in which I want to talk with my guests about this polarized world, with the goal of finding that healthy mid…

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Adapting to Hybrid Work | Nicholas Bloom & Adam O'Neil 29:33

2y ago29:33

29:33

After a mass experiment in working from home over the past two years, companies are embarking on a new chapter of hybrid work. Teams are once again connecting at the office, turning virtual “water-cooler” chats into in-person conversations. But there are new stressors and uncertainties, like striking a sustainable balance between valuable face-to-f…

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Mindful Collaboration | Rob Cross & Kensa Gunter 38:22

2y ago38:22

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We live in the era of teamwork. Collaboration is celebrated as the solution to most of our challenges, helping us channel diverse perspectives and move the ball forward on difficult tasks. But research reveals that over-collaboration might be hurting us more than it’s helping, particularly in the hybrid workspace. Google People Development Team’s K…

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Attention & Awareness | Amishi Jha & Lauren Johnson 33:39

2y ago33:39

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Sometimes it seems our focus is everywhere except where we need it to be, and with the many demands on our attention in the office and at home, it can be difficult to decide where and how to direct our limited energies. How do we hone our attention skills to improve productivity and relish the present moment — all at once? In this episode, Kendall …

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Rethinking Productivity & Recharging Creativity | Rahaf Harfoush & Mustafa Sarkar 34:10

2y ago34:10

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Why do some of our best ideas come to us when we’re not sitting in front of a screen? And why are we our most productive after taking a break? The answers lie in the power of rest and recovery, and also pose new questions about how to better structure our work-life balance to recharge our productivity and creativity, instead of depleting them. The …

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Fresh Starts | Katy Milkman & Justin Su'a 40:18

2+ y ago40:18

40:18

Sometimes, we all need a fresh start. But a New Year’s resolution isn’t the only time to take that first step towards a positive change. We have unique opportunities all the time in our ever-changing world to introduce new habits and routines and set ambitious goals for our work and personal lives. Google’s Head of Global Resilience, Dr. Lauren Whi…

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Chatter | Ethan Kross & Lauren Johnson 39:02

2+ y ago39:02

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Some of the most powerful conversations we have everyday are with ourselves. But sometimes, your inner coach can sound a lot more like your inner critic. In this episode, Google’s Head of Global Resilience, Dr. Lauren Whitt, leads a discussion with Dr. Ethan Kross, author of the best-selling book “Chatter,” award-winning neuroscientist and experime…

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Connection | Vanessa Druskat & Brian Miles 35:41

2+ y ago35:41

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The human brain is hardwired to crave connection, but building a sense of belonging can be a challenge when team members are physically distanced. Scientists and performance coaches have learned a lot during the pandemic period about how to more intentionally and equitably build the bonds on our team, whether working at home or across the globe. In…

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Good Anxiety | Wendy Suzuki & Kensa Gunter 40:29

2+ y ago40:29

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Anxiety can be a debilitating clinical condition. But what if the everyday nerves and stress we feel could be helpful? What if embracing and reframing anxiety made us more productive? What if anxiety was…good? Google’s Head of Global Resilience, Dr. Lauren Whitt, talks to Dr. Wendy Suzuki, neuroscientist and author of “Good Anxiety,” and Dr. Kensa …

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Introducing the Resilience at Google Podcast 3:13

2+ y ago3:13

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Throughout all the changes of the past two years — from working from home to a return to office and transitioning to a hybrid environment — one thing has become clear. The future of work is being written right now. Lauren Whitt, Google’s Head of Global Resilience, introduces a new podcast series interviewing the world’s top neuroscientists, behavio…

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A Call for Adequate Coverage and Representation of Muslim Athletes in Sports with Rahaf Khatib 54:05

3y ago54:05

54:05

Meet Rahaf Khatib - an 25 time half marathon runner, 11 time marathoner, stay at home mother to three and the first Syrian to complete the Abbott World Marathon Majors. She was heavily noted for her Ted X speech and for being a top ten finalist in the 2015 Runner's World cover search. This two time sprint triathlete appeared in places like CNN, Str…

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On Diverse Running Communities, Food Apartheid + Motherhood with Carolyn Su 1:11:01

3y ago1:11:01

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Countless people of different backgrounds gripe about not seeing an accurate depiction of diversity in their fitness spaces; some people breathe life into the communities that they crave to see. Meet Carolyn Su - a Houston raised Taiwanese-American runner, mother, dietician and founder of a dynamic community Diverse We Run. After making a note of t…

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How a Roller Derby Athleisure Brand Paved a Way for Superfit Heroes with Micki Krimmel 56:53

3y ago56:53

56:53

Meet Micki Krimmel - an incredible member of the LA Derby Dolls turned founder of the athleisure wear company Superfit Hero. In 2015, she created a brand that would help the roller derby world with clothing that fit but her clothing is known as a refreshing contribution to the body positive movement. Like many athletes, sports helped her find a dee…

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The Balancing Act of Fitness, Activism + Self Care with Jordan Marie Daniel 58:39

3y ago58:39

58:39

Fourth generation Lakota runner, Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel was born in Kul Wicasa Oyate - Lower Brule, SD. Daniel is highly respected in the running community and beyond for her impeccable work as an advocate in the Indigenous community and beyond. Her exemplary work is acknowledged globally, particularly for her run at the Bost…

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Indoor Workouts, Radical Self Discovery + the Permission to Breathe with Iresha Picot 41:35

3y ago41:35

41:35

Iresha Picot M.Ed, LBS, is a Licensed Behavior Specialist, and has a Master's Degree in Urban Education and Post-Graduate work in Women Studies from Temple University. In addition to a Master's Degree, she has post-graduate certifications in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism. Iresha is the co-editor of the book, "The Color of Hope: People of Col…

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Honoring Your Plus Size Body, Personal Training + Business Ownership with Morit Summers 51:42

3y ago51:42

51:42

Meet Morit Summers - Founder of Form Fitness Brooklyn, author of Big and Bold: Strength Training for Plus -Size Woman, social media content creator and a powerhouse personal trainer with a host of certifications. Morit Summers has over a decade of expertise in the fitness world and made it her personal mission to make this space more inclusive. Her…

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Disordered Eating, Body Politics + Self Defense with Nicole Snell 1:00:56

3+ y ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Meet Nicole Snell - A dynamic international speaker, CEO of Girls Fight Back, the creator of Outdoor Defense and an impeccable ray of Black Girl Magic. She is the self-defense instructor for IMPACT Personal Safety and an adventure leader for Black Girls Trekkin. She has traveled the world speaking to hundreds of groups at colleges, K- 12 schools, c…

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Advocacy in the Triathlon Space, Reclaiming Your Rest + Pro Cards with Sika Henry 1:04:19

3+ y ago1:04:19

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Sika Henry is a HOKA ONE ONE sponsored triathlete, 2X marathon champion, 2019 IRONMAN World Championship finisher and was named Athlete of the Year as part of the 2020 Outspoken Women in Triathlon Awards for her advocacy in the triathlon space. On May 2, 2021, Sika made history becoming the first United States Black triathlete with a professional c…

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Authentic Storytelling, Lupus + Living the Plant Based Athletic Life with Mireille Sine 51:00

3+ y ago51:00

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Mireille Sine is a HOKA ONE ONE Flyer, USATF Level One coach, Garmin Ambassador and graduate from West Coast University with her Master's degree in Public Health. She moved to Los Angeles, CA when she was six years old and became a sprinter and hurdler at Bravo Medical Magnet High School. Mireille is thoughtful and channels strength through her aut…

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Redefining Running Goals During a Pandemic with Anna Mae Flynn 49:35

3+ y ago49:35

49:35

Anna Mae Flynn is an amazing HOKA ONE ONE sponsored ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach with Mountain Endurance Coaching. During her adolescent years, she ran competitively for Striders - a junior Olympics team and weaved her way into the cross country and track team at Watauga High School. After graduating college and overcoming burnout from colleg…

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Surfing Away From Corporate America Into Your Passion with Kanoa Greene 53:54

3+ y ago53:54

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Kanoa Greene is nothing short of a rockstar in the water and on dryland. Greene, a Rider University Graduate with her Master's Degree in Music, Vocal Pedagogy and Performance, is living and thriving in her passion to help others channel their creative minds and spirit. Her extraordinary body of work is seen in the body positive, size inclusivity an…

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The Underwhelming Representation of Black Muslim Athletes + Revisiting Why Black Lives Still Matter with Darrietta Lee 50:54

3+ y ago50:54

50:54

Darrietta Lee is one of the most down to earth people that Latoya's grown to know and love in this space. She is a mother, runner, aspiring powerlifter and overall amazing human being. When Darrietta walks into a room, her warm energy isn't the only thing that's apparent to people - she is a Black Muslim athlete that proudly wears her hijab. At tim…

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Dissecting Race, Identity + Sports Accessibility in the LGBTQ+ Community with Roc Roshon of Rooted Resistance 1:00:01

3+ y ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Meet Roc Roshon, a trans masculine educator with a B.S. in Sports and Leisure Management from Eastern Connecticut State University, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Florida and doctorate student in the Department of Sport Management at Florida State University. With all of these dynamic credentials and powerful work …

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Education, Community Building + Mental Health with Martinus Evans 48:24

3+ y ago48:24

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Meet Martinus Evans - Marathon runner, podcast host of 300 Pounds and Running and The Long Run with Martinus and Latoya, future author and founder of the Slow AF Run Club. Martinus, a graduate in Exercise Science, Public Health and Digital Marketing, is known for his award winning public speaking, dynamic run coaching skills that helps plus-size in…

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Side Eyes, Sexual Liberation + BoPo Conversation Fatigue with Roz the Diva 1:19:32

3+ y ago1:19:32

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Some might call Roz "The Diva" Mays an anomaly in an industry that tends to cater to smaller framed people but she is a firecracker that stands out in the crowd. Roz Mays is an AFAA, X-Pert and NASM certified personal trainer and pole dancer. Her accolades extend beyond America's Got Talent or seeing her on some of your favorite shows like The Big …

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The Pursuit of Self Care, Advocacy + Irony of Defying Stereotypes with Mirna Valerio 48:04

3+ y ago48:04

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Mirna Valerio is the author of the highly acclaimed memoir A Beautiful Work in Progress, adventurer in chef of The Mirnavator LLC and known mostly for her documented scribes on a blog called FatGirlRunning. Her amazing presence is felt whether she's randomly singing on a 62 mile ultrarunning event, trekking through the snow while skiing, cycling or…

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Leadership, Coaching + Accepting Balance as Bullsh*t with Morgon Latimore 46:42

3+ y ago46:42

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Coach Morgon Latimore is an Ironman Certified triathlon coach, motivational speaker, well versed and accomplished multisport athlete with a 20+ year military background is an unique human being -- and not just because I know him personally and he's my coach. His years of experience is highly respected in the fitness, wellness and military space. Mo…

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Bodies, Motherhood & Fighting Bears in the Forest with Meg Boggs 54:33

3+ y ago54:33

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Meg Boggs is the brilliant author of Fitness for Every Body, content creator, powerlifter, blogger, mother to Maci and loving partner to her husband Bobby. She has a collective following of over 1 million subscribers through her social media platforms primarily through TikTok and Instagram. On this episode, we explore parts of her new book "Fitness…

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How The F*ck Did You Get Famous with W. Eric Snell & L. Shauntay Snell 49:44

3+ y ago49:44

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Guest host W. Eric Snell, Sr. is the founder of E. Snell Design and husband to Running Fat Chef Podcast host Latoya Shauntay Snell. Each week, Latoya will interview guests beyond their Wikipedia, social media and Google search pages to deep dive into the layers that make each guest human. She placed herself under the microscope from one of the peop…

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