Best Bc Buckets Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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S6E6 -- Ohana Guest : Tony O’Keeffe – 3 time RAAM racer 1:12:37

29m ago1:12:37

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Send us a text Retired Lieutenant-Colonel, Anthony O’Keeffe, member of the 2003 Canadian Armed Forces Sports Hall of Fame, joins me to discuss his sporting career. A career that includes 33 Ironmans, 9 Ultraman Hawaii races, and 3 solo RAAM races. Tony shares many tips on how to race these events based on the mistakes that he endured and the succes…

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S6E5 -- Cycling Through Life with Ohana Guest Ingrid Hillhouse 1:31:37

21d ago1:31:37

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Send us a text Ingrid Hillhouse is a farmer, a coach, and an addiction expert due to her life experiences. She is a six time 515 distance racer who turned to ultra cycling and randonneuring. We discuss races such as Ultraman, San Diego 300, and Paris-Brest-Paris. She is very open about her life experiences and how they have all brought her to where…

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126 - Series Finale - New Directions 10:10

1M ago10:10

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My final recording in this series. It's been fun, and I want to thank everyone who took the time to listen. Episodes will remain online for the duration of 2024. "Smiles Come in All Languages and in All Colors". https://www.lindysaudiocafe.com/By Linda Leverman

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S6E4 -- The World’s First Female Uberman Finisher : Melissa Urie 1:23:59

1M ago1:23:59

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Send us a text She’s Iron. She’s Ultra. She’s Epic. After being the second woman ever to complete the Epic 5 in 2017, Melissa Urie set out for an even more superlative title – Uberman. With the help of her amazing crew, Melissa was able to become the first female finisher of Uberman in 2019 (and set the swim record while doing so) in an overall tim…

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125 - Road Trip from BC to Yukon - A Digital Detox for Lindy 1:07:13

2M ago1:07:13

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What happens on the road stays on the road, right? Not always! After a brief hiatus from recording, I am back after 6,500 km's of road travel from BC to Yukon. It was quite a journey, and if I had more time, I'd share more stories. In today's episode you will hear my perspective of travel from Vancouver Island to the beautiful Yukon Territory. Duri…

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S6E3 -- Steve King : Ask Me Anything! 1:25:13

2M ago1:25:13

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Send us a text Steve King is a foundational guest on this podcast. Even though he appeared in the first three episodes (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3), I am not sure that we know all about this man. So, I hosted an online Zoom meeting for anyone who wanted to show up and partake in the AMA with Steve. This episode is the recording from that meeting. You can j…

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124 - Time is Valuable - Money Isn't Everything 12:38

3M ago12:38

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The title of this podcast says it all - have a listen and I hope you enjoy. Have a great week everyone! Remember that smiles come in all languages and in all colors. PS. Audio quality reflects that this was recorded outdoors and not in a studio. AUDIO EPISODES: https://www.lindysaudiocafe.com *FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lindysa…

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123 - Toolbox of Life 21:01

3M ago21:01

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We all have a toolbox, or our "kit bag" full of tricks and things we have learned over the years. Sometimes we go through life using the wrong tools, and it makes the job harder. When we have the right support systems in place, whether it is physical tools or people, life is that much easier with more chance of success. In today's episode I talk ab…

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S6E2 -- Women in Ultra : A Round Table Discussion 58:22

3M ago58:22

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Send us a text It’s another round table discussion on the state of Ultra. This time I have four female coaches join me to speak specifically about female participation in the sport. Kate Bevilaqua from (S5E10) is back to lend her knowledge as a three time champion at Ultra 520K Canada, UM Australia, and the World Championships. She also brings year…

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122 - Bucket Lists - The Flight of Life 10:17

3M ago10:17

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Life is a journey of goals and accomplishments. Buckets lists are a great way to forge ahead, overcome personal challenges and plan for happy moments. Whether it remains a dream or you have the joy of reaching a goal, bucket lists can bring a lot of joy. A key to keeping it happy is to keep it realistic without pressure. I brought a creative touch …

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121 - Adios Inner Critic: Be Kind to Yourself and Others 15:51

3M ago15:51

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Putting yourself down is not a means of being humble, it can actually cause poor self-esteem and convince yourself you are not worthy. It's ok to find joy in your accomplishments, and they don't always have to match what the person is doing next door. In this episode I talk about staying positive, accepting compliments, promoting self-esteem with p…

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120 - A Time and Place for News 12:54

4M ago12:54

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Newspapers and journalism have played a every important part in our lives. We are fortunate to have many dedicated people who work so hard to ensure we have knowledge of local, national and international events. Our method of receiving news is always changing with technology, but one thing that will never change is the real people behind the storie…

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S6E1 -- Review / Preview : Ultraman Australia 2024 Champions & 2024 UltraMX 515 Non Stop 1:23:35

4M ago1:23:35

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Send us a text Two great races are highlighted in the first episode of the season. UM Australia + UltraMX 515 Non-Stop First, I have a conversation with the two champions of the 2024 UM Australia that recently wrapped in Noosa. Melinda Cockshutt and Anthony Vloedmans share how the race went for them this year and a little about themselves. In the s…

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119 - You Can't Judge a Book By Its Cover 14:10

4M ago14:10

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I am grateful to be back in the podcast chair today, and happy to be walking without crutches. In today's episode I chat about how I am finding myself thinking more about how we can help others, yet maintain a safe distance at the same time. When we are out and about doing errands, day to day life, we run into all kinds of personalities and situati…

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118 - Boots Up - Lessons from an "Air Cast" 37:25

4M ago37:25

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Curveball - can you catch it? Yup - I caught it and I'm ready to kick it in the butt, with the good foot, that is. Yup, this little old podcaster found herself in a bit of a pickle this past week and is now sporting the most elegant looking boot with styling crutches. Ok, a little exaggeration, but I have been off my foot for a week and I'm learnin…

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117 - Time for Tea - Mad Hatter Reflections and Stories from UK Friends 25:52

4M ago25:52

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Tea can be daily routine, cultural tradition or simply a great reason to relax, sip and snack. I attended a Mad Hatter themed tea party in April, and it was so much fun. Although I was a vendor on the market side, I discovered first hand just how much the tradition of tea is celebrated differently. There's more to afternoon tea than just tea, and b…

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S5E13 -- UM Australia 2024 Race Preview with RD Jeff Morris 58:44

4M ago58:44

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Send us a text UM Australia is the focus of this episode once again – like it was a year ago in (S4E8) . I caught up with race director, Jeff Morris, to preview the 40 athletes who are toeing the line in Noosa on May 11-13th. With only four previous competitors in this year's field there isn’t an outright favourite, like last year’s, Simon Cochrane…

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116 - Coercive Relationships with Guest Jennifer C. Parker, M.M.S.W. 51:55

5M ago51:55

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*Disclaimer: This episode contains adult subject matter and may be a sensitive topic. Coercive control has been around for years, yet there are many people who are not aware of what coercive means. Control that is beyond normal could be happening to a friend, relative, co-worker or perhaps even in your own household. In this episode I am joined by …

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115- Positive Priorities - The Balancing Act Called Life 12:14

5M ago12:14

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Life is a balancing act, and often we discover that what is priority for us may not be of importance to another. Finding a common ground that works with family and friends can go a long way in nurturing friendships and personal care. In this episode I reflect on times when one priority was in fact supporting the role of another priority, with a rem…

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S5E12 -- Ultraman Arizona Champion 2024 : Michelle Vesterby 55:54

5M ago55:54

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Send us a text In this episode, Danish professional Ironman triathlete, Michelle Vesterby, talks about her recent win at her first 515 distance event – Ultraman Arizona. Michelle has competed nine times at the Ironman World Championships in Kona and now may be looking at a November trip to Hawaii. Michelle’s motto, “Keep Smiling”, was tested in Ari…

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114 - Gracious Gratitude 11:16

5M ago11:16

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Life brings lessons in many different ways. This past week I worked hard to prepare for a craft show, and unfortunately it was not well attended. At the end of the day, I still had a great time. The time that I spent getting to know the other vendors was worth so much more, and I will always have great memories of this past weekend. When we are gra…

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113 - Positively Productive with Guest Lisa Zawrotny / Celebrating Creative Minds 39:33

6M ago39:33

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I am a creative thinker, and maybe a bit on the quirky side. I recognize my creative thoughts don't work on a 9-5 schedule. When the urge to write short stories, poetry or a podcast hits, I simply need to stop and get that creative urge out of the way so I can better focus on projects around me. Most creatives understand this scenario, and it can p…

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112 - Customer Relations - Finding a Positive Balance 13:04

6M ago13:04

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There are times in business when people make mistakes. It happens, and it's life. People are humans and humans make mistakes. Quite often people have a different reaction to mistakes, whether from the business perspective or the customer view. Either way, presentation and response can make a big difference on the final outcome. Sometimes we are fac…

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S5E11 -- La Isla 520K Cozumel with Cesar Gilbert 1:13:55

6M ago1:13:55

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Send us a text Today’s Ohana guest is all heart and one kidney. Race director of Ultra La Isla 520, Cesar Guilbert, is a live kidney donor who was inspired by team Hoyt to take on UltraMX 515 with his friend, Aarón Reza Lozoya, who is a person with quadriplegia. His story is one of living life in peace by recognizing balance and he tries to share t…

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111 - Home is Where Your Heart Is 17:02

6M ago17:02

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Homesick is a term I had almost forgotten about until my recent return to Canada's beautiful Yukon. I was quite surprised at the flood of emotions that targeted my heart on the last day of my trip. A little stroll through my old neighborhood brought back so many memories, and the hugs of my grandchildren and sisters made it really hard to leave. At…

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110 - Celebrating Women with Gratitude 17:21

6M ago17:21

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It's International Women's Day , 2024. What does that mean to you? For me, it's not about celebrating me but more about celebrating the amazing trailblazers from generations before me. It's hard to believe that at one time Canada's Supreme Court ruled that women were not people. In this episode I reflect on the advancements of women's rights, and g…

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S5E10 -- Ohana Guest : Kate Bevilaqua -- Ultraman World Champion 2016 1:06:49

6M ago1:06:49

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Send us a text Kate Bevilaqua has nearly 20 years of professional triathlon experience. She is the winner of three Ironman races, the women's champion of Ultraman World Championships, and the first woman to win an ultra triathlon outright at Ultra 520K Canada in 2016. Kate continues to race the pro circuit along with her husband, Guy Crawford. Toge…

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109 - Syd Bosel, Comedian - Behind the Laughter 52:41

7M ago52:41

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Syd Bosel is no stranger to laughter. This light-hearted, fun-loving comedian thrives on bringing smiles to her audience, and she has entertained thousands of people. From her home in the Comox Valley, Syd works hard behind the scenes looking after everything from scripts and performance notes to social media and promoting fun. A well-known perform…

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108 - Define Fun 8:16

7M ago8:16

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Fun. A three letter word with lots of punch to it. What defines fun? Fun for one person may not be fun for another. Do you have to be good at something to have fun? In this episode I touch briefly on the topic of fun, and the importance of having fun in day to day living. This is just a "taster episode" to get you thinking about this topic, and nex…

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107 - Neighborhoods Start With People 23:17

7M ago23:17

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Neighborhoods can be a lot of fun, and sometimes they can be a challenge. In today's episode I share stories of the good and not so good, with a positive focus on neighbors who became like my own family. From hot apple pie to a neighbor signing in his hot tub at 2 am nightly, life is never dull. I wrap up with a short clip from JD the Flowerman, as…

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106 - Pay it Forward - Random Acts of Kindness 12:35

7M ago12:35

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Pay it Forward is a term we often associate with buying someone a coffee at the drive-thru. Have you ever picked up the tab for someone you didn't know, simply because you wanted to do a kind thing? Does Pay it Foward only happen with restaurants and drive-thru's, or is it a concept that can be applied in every day life? In this episode I talk abou…

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S5E9 -- 515 Round Table Discussion : The State of Ultra Triathlon 1:30:01

7M ago1:30:01

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Send us a text Over 150 years of experience are on the podcast today. A big list of big names in the Ultraman/515 world join me for a round table discussion. All of my guests bring unique experiences and backgrounds as we establish some history of the sport before discussing its current state and where we see it moving in the future. Resources ment…

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105 - See Ya Later Smokagator - Kicking the Habit in the Butt! 20:04

7M ago20:04

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In the early 1970's, it was common to see newspapers, magazines and posters promoting cigarettes and smoking. As a young girl, I even pretended to smoke with crayons, and followed the example of many adults. In those days, it was promoted as visually attractive to smoke vs today where we know so much more. It's not easy to quit, especially for peop…

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104 - Memory Lane, Reflections on Alzheimer's Awareness Month 48:50

8M ago48:50

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January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. In this episode, I share my own personal experience from the perspective of a family member wanting to bring help and resources to a community in northern Canada. This episode is suitable for all ages, whether you are a teenager or a senior. Alzheimer's and related dementias affect our friends, neighbor, pare…

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S5E8 -- Ohana Guest : Will Rogers - Ultraman and Ultra-Humanitarian 1:05:19

8M ago1:05:19

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Send us a text Will Rogers has travelled the world competing in 515 events which include Ultraman Canada, Ultra 520K Canada, Ultraman Hawaii, Ultra MX 515, Ultraman Florida, Ultraman Australia and Ultraman Israel. When not competing himself he is often sharing his experience by crewing for other athletes. In this episode, Will shares stories from m…

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103 - Mind Over Matter 15:59

8M ago15:59

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The power of our minds is a beautiful thing, and sometimes we have to make a concentrated effort to use willpower for personal wellness. In this episode I share a time when "mind over matter" helped me to navigate grief and physical obstacles. Willpower plays a preventative role in healthy choices, and when we are no longer in control of those choi…

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102- Peace Vibes by the Ocean 6:57

8M ago6:57

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*Quick note: A shorter episode recorded on my cell phone. A Sunday afternoon walk by the ocean felt so great, and it reminded me of the need to spend time outside with fresh air. A bit of reflections, and a reminder to never give up if you fall away from your New Year's Resolutions. This is nothing fancy or scripted, simply an outside walk with nat…

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101 - Power of Positivity 32:35

8M ago32:35

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Happy New Year! As we begin 2024, many people are creating resolutions with goals that may last a day, or perhaps two. How about the goal of positivity for the new year? Many factors can affect positive living, including the power of thought and our own actions. At the end of the day, we all have a role to play in the power of positivity. We can't …

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S5E7 -- Ohana Guest : Ross Welton 520K Canada Champion 2016 1:03:57

8M ago1:03:57

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Send us a text Ross Welton raced the Ultra 520K Canada two times as an athlete – one with greater success than the other. Ross shares how he, and his wife Katie, were both able to stand on top the podium at that race. These days Ross lives half the year in Mallorca and has been living “the lifestyle” of the island. In the past few years Ross has re…

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100 - Speaking from the Heart on Christmas Eve 2023 29:15

9M ago29:15

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How does a podcaster celebrate 100 episodes? I had so many great ideas, so little time, and chose to do what works best for me: unscripted and speaking from the heart. In this episode I simply cover what is on my mind, including the many reasons to be grateful, how we can help others and finding ways to help bring peace into this world. *Thank you …

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99 - Positive Balance - Finding Rainbows in the Clouds 18:29

9M ago18:29

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Life gets busy, and times are changing. As we head into the holidays this is a time to focus on positives, look at what is good and try to advocate for positive change around us. We are all human and make mistakes, and sometimes we just need to slow down, breathe and focus on what really matters in life. I dedicate this episode today to my oldest s…

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S5E6 -- Ultraman Hall of Famer : Suzy Degazon 1:22:23

9M ago1:22:23

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Send us a text Fifteen time Ultraman Hawaii athlete, Suzy Degazon, joins me to speak about her recent induction into the Ultraman World Championships Hall of Fame that occurred at this year's event. Suzy has a prolific ultra triathlon career of over 450 events. Just as interesting as some of her athletic endeavors are her stories of the other parts…

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98 - Holiday Survival 19:23

9M ago19:23

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Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but is it? For some people, yes, and for others, it's a ball of stress, overload and financial burden. It's not supposed to be that way. In this episode Lindy has a quick unscripted "from the heart" chat about the holidays and shares tips on how to manage stress and avoid burnout. *Au…

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S5E5 -- UltraCzech 515 Race Directors Jakub & Adam Atarsia 49:55

10M ago49:55

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Send us a text Returning guests, Jakub and Adam Atarsia share stories of brotherly competition in sports and how triathlon is growing in Northern Africa and the Czech Republic through the Ironman brand and the races that they put on. Together the brothers offer the UltraCzech 515 and a series of races in Algeria – including SaharaMan. Like many rac…

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97 - Welcome Back - Hello Microphone! 10:27

10M ago10:27

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Welcome Back! After a month of not recording I concluded that I really miss my podcast. Hardly a day goes by where I don't think about it. This is where all the creativity began, and I love sharing positive stories. Sometimes we need to take a break, stop, and look at where we can make changes. I tried to stop recording, but my heart is still here …

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S5E4 -- Infinitri 515 Race Director : Manu Garcia 54:53

11M ago54:53

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Send us a text Manu Garcia, the race director of Infinitri 515, is my guest in this episode which was released early to coincide with race days of the 2023 version – October 19 - 21st. Being a triathlete himself, he decided to use his Masters in Event Planning and love of the sport to create his own career. His company, Infinitri Sports, puts on va…

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96 - Time for Focus, Reflection & New Directions 27:23

11M ago27:23

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Thanksgiving weekend turned out to be a turning point for me, pushing me to pause, reflect, and prioritize. And guess what? I'm making some big changes. So, brace yourself for a heartfelt, relatable discussion, and tune in to my season finale. DID YOU ENJOY THE SHOW? What was your favorite episode? It's not too late to share your feedback. You can …

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S5E3 -- The World’s first Ultraman : Kurt Madden 1:10:04

11M ago1:10:04

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Send us a text After walking into Tug’s Tavern Swim, Run, Swim event and finishing 30th out of 400 – a young Kurt Madden thought, ”maybe I can hang with these people”. A few years later he was regularly travelling to Hawaii to compete in Ironman and Ultraman races. In fact, Kurt was the first winner of Ultraman in 1983. He shares some stories of th…

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95 - Gratitude, Learning and Compassion 14:14

12M ago14:14

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Today's episode was created after a week of reflection. As we head into Thanksgiving weekend, it's important to recognize that although we have many things to be grateful for, it has not always been an easy path for everyone around us. To the contrary, for some people history has left a legacy of trauma and painful memories. It is important to set …

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94 - Volunteer or Voluntold: Finding Balance in the World of Volunteering 35:18

12M ago35:18

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Ever found yourself in a position of being voluntold instead of volunteering? Let's face it, it can be daunting. In today's episode l discuss how to navigate through these challenges, set realistic expectations, and avoid burnout. Hear my personal stories, and learn how training and finding the right people for the right roles can enhance the volun…

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