Best Rock Your Bliss Podcasts (2024)

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#18 Matt Eggleton - Ultra Endurance Mountain Biking Racing, the Power of Habit Stacking, Honoring Ones Gifts, and Safety First! 1:31:48

8h ago1:31:48

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"It's not selfish to honor your ability 💪. While I can, I have an obligation to use my gifts and make my mark 🏆. Someday I won't be able to, so I'll make the most of the time I have ⏳." Matt Eggleton, a former US Air Force veteran and accomplished endurance athlete, challenges age stereotypes by dominating the world of mountain biking. Despite disc…

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Lori Reising | The Creative and Healing Power of the Divine Feminine Energy in All of Us 47:00

6h ago47:00

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Lori Reising is the founder of The Raw and Wild Hearts, a therapeutic practice and podcast where she supports and guides people into their inherent truth to magnetize the lives they came here to thrive from. She joins Nicole for a heartfelt conversation on the essence of human awakening and living as a spiritual being in this dense 3D world. She re…

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#17 Caroline Paul - From Firefighting to Wing Walking, Redefining Adventure, and Transforming Fear into Awe 1:18:16

19h ago1:18:16

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"What nature asks of us when we go outside is to be strong, is to use our cognitive faculties, to be nimble, to be exhilarated, and to be brave. All of that flies in the face of what we're told about our aging ." ⛰️ 💪🏾 Caroline Paul, a true renaissance woman, has spent her life shattering stereotypes and embracing adventure. In this episode, we jou…

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#16 Hans Florine - El Capitan’s Speed King on Staying Alive, Gender Representation on Big Walls, and Power of Visualization 1:31:51

14d ago1:31:51

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⛰️"It's the struggle on those 3,000 feet that matters, the journey IS the climb."🧗‍♀️ Hans Florine has a lifelong love affair with Yosemite's El Capitan, setting and breaking speed records on its iconic face, having climbed it almost 200 times. We talked about his climbing philosophy, staying safe on big walls, and what makes an ideal climbing part…

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Jessalynn Biederstadt | Surviving Childhood Trauma: A Story of Resilience and Healing 49:44

9d ago49:44

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Jessalynn Biederstadt, host of the Invisible Scars podcast and survivor of complex childhood trauma, most notably sexual assault at the age of ten, joins Nicole to share her harrowing journey from experiencing neglect, turmoil, and abuse to finding strength in facing her trauma head-on and the deep healing that followed. They discuss the difficulti…

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#15 Wayne Willoughby - From Severe Disability, To Big Wall Summits, an Adaptive Rock Climber's Transformative Story 1:22:00

17d ago1:22:00

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"Anything worth doing, is worth doing well" Meet Wayne Willoughby- an adaptive rock climber who defied incredible odds and has climbed El Cap, not once, or twice, but a mind-boggling 26 times. 🧗‍♂️🏔️ From battling polio and disabilities since infancy, to suffering terrible injuries, Wayne overcame obstacle after obstacle. 99% of us will never climb…

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The RightSize Mindset: Transforming Your Home and Happiness 36:06

17d ago36:06

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Today Kathe Kline, together with guests Barbara Mock and Marni Jameson, dive deep into the emotional and practical aspects of rightsizing in retirement. This episode isn't just about downsizing; it's about making intentional choices that align with one's current lifestyle and future goals. Barbara opens up about her own transition from living in a …

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Nicole Christie | Reflections on Grief and the Enduring Impact of Those We’ve Lost 9:14

23d ago9:14

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Nicole reflects on the nonlinear nature of grief, and how it comes and goes, during this heartfelt episode that coincides with the 10th anniversary of her dear friend Michele’s passing. She talks about how grief never ends, but shape-shifts, and shares some of her cherished memories with Michele and the profound impact her friend still has on her l…

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#14 Dr Natasha Barnes - Teen Bouldering Star to Elite Powerlifting, Injury Truths, and, Gender Dynamics in Strength Sports 1:23:03

24d ago1:23:03

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"Strength training is healthcare." 💪🏋️‍♀️ With that powerful statement, teen climbing prodigy, turned climbing and fitness savant, Dr. Natasha Barnes cuts through the confusion around exercise, fitness, and longevity in climbing and quality of life. From a former winner of bouldering US Nationals, who "didn't think I would even be climbing at a hig…

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#13 Katrin Tomanek - Deep Alaska Kayaking, Dodging Grizzlies, Relentless Preparation, and, Lessons from Cheating Death 1:01:16

1M ago1:01:16

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🌊"I ate 28 cals of chocolate for each mile paddled" 🌊 Katrin Tomanek is a true multi sport athlete who blends her career as a topnotch data scientist, with a passion for pushing physical and mental boundaries through uncommon solo adventures in wild and beautiful places. Born in Germany, and a former rock climber, the 44-year-old has quickly made a…

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#12 Meghan Canfield - Ultra-running Powerhouse, Peaking in her fifties, Overcoming Menopause, Truths for Training and for Life 1:12:52

1M ago1:12:52

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"By mile 80 you are questioning life choices" 🎯 At 62, enduring champion ultra-runner, Megan Canfield, is not slowing down. In the past 3 decades, Meghan has qualified and run in the US Olympic marathon trials 4 times, has completed the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run 13 times, with 10 of those being in the top 10, and all but one under 24 ho…

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Chad Bell | Following Fear to Overcome Addiction and Achieve Entrepreneurial Success 42:44

1M ago42:44

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Chad Bell, founder & CEO of Achilles Coffee Roasters, recounts his inspiring journey of overcoming drug and alcohol addiction and becoming a successful entrepreneur. He shares the story of his personal transformation and how he learned fear is a catalyst for growth, a sign he’s challenging himself to reach his potential, and how following fear led …

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Breast Cancer Trail: You're done! 7:58

1M ago7:58

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Blissful is given the "all clear" by her surgeon and gets ready to step into the rest of her life. Surgery for breast cancer has completely changed Blissful's body, but has given her a new power of bravery and knowing herself better. One friend calls her a "sur-thriver" facing down the situation directly, and trying to do what St. Paul said, to "re…

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#11 Maggie & Chuck Odette - Transcending Societal Scripts, Projecting Elite Grades, Making Good Choices, and Aging Joyfully 1:30:57

2M ago1:30:57

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“One more 5.14 before I die” In today's episode, we head into the epic ️ mountains of Nuevo León, Mexico 🇲🇽 to meet two incredible rock climbers, Maggie and Chuck Odette! This sport climbing power couple has been quietly pushing the limits of their sport while building a beautiful and loving relationship with each other and the remote communities t…

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Moving Beyond the RV: Downsizing, Community, and Redefining Retirement 29:31

2M ago29:31

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In the latest episode of the Rock Your Retirement Show, Kathe Kline and Barbara Mock delved into the seasoned realities of downsizing and moving after retirement. Barbara shared her personal journey of transitioning from a nomadic RV lifestyle to a more settled home, highlighting the joys and the unexpected challenges encountered along the way. The…

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cancer thriver 12:32

2M ago12:32

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Blissful takes her first hike on a trail after surgery for breast cancer and decides she prefers to be described as a "thriver" – or even "aliver" – rather than survivor. It's a hot, humid summer day at Lebanon Hills, a region carved by glaciers with kettles and eskers, plus the singing of numerous birds. Blissful's surgeon tells her it's time to p…

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#10 Frank Chan - Coloring San Francisco's Streets with "Run Art", Bliss of Running Later in Life & Hacks to Train in a Wholesome Way 1:11:55

2M ago1:11:55

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**Want to hear about an athlete who combines running with artistic expression? ** This week on Ageless Athlete, we meet Frank Chan, a 51-year-old engineer who started running marathons just a few years ago, at the age of 45! Despite his late start, Frank has already conquered over 13 marathons and is dangerously close to the 3 hour mark! But Frank'…

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Suzie Clark | From Burnout to Bliss: Finding Success and Joy on Your Own Terms 40:34

2M ago40:34

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Suzie Clark, founder of Female Leadership Collective, shares how she left a seemingly perfect life in London—including a high-powered, yet unfulfilling, career as a banker—and moved to Bali to live a more purposeful life. She talks about the missteps and mistakes along her path to finding meaning and joy in online entrepreneurship, and how she’s no…

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#9 Tyler Farnham - Surviving Skydiving Tragedy and Opioid Addiction, to Triumphing as a Surfer, and an Award Winning Lifeguard and Ocean Therapist 38:20

2M ago38:20

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“Surfing was always on my mind,” said the Cocoa Beach, Florida native. “I had a poster of Cory Lopez hanging up in my rehab room for inspiration. I never realized how much I loved surfing, until it was taken away from me.” Thrilled to be joined by surfer, author, and motivational speaker Tyler Farnham. Originally from Cocoa Beach, Florida, Tyler ha…

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Inhabiting the Vulnerable Space 8:36

2M ago8:36

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As Blissful heals from a bilateral mastectomy due to breast cancer, she reflects on the person she wants to be going forward. Blissful is incredibly lucky in only having to undergo a radical surgery to rid her body of cancer. Step by step walking through her neighborhood, she slowly recovers back to her hiker self. The American writer Joyce Carol O…

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#8 Dr Tyler Nelson - Strength Training for Older Athletes, Contrarian Advice on Managing Injuries , What is 'Good Pain, and Poor Habits Outdoor Athletes Should Discard 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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When I Invited Dr Tyler Nelson to come on the show, I knew he would drop the hammer on climbing training beta, but little did I know how wowed I’d be with the applicability of his knowledge across sports. Tyler’s lessons on training smarter, preventing injuries, and peak performance, based on the guiding principles of sports science, are spot on fo…

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Good Luck, Bad Luck 11:54

2M ago11:54

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When Blissful is diagnosed with breast cancer, she undergoes a bilateral mastectomy to save her life and secure her future. A friend tells Blissful she has it easy because she has a partner in her husband Richard. Indeed, she is incredibly grateful to be part of a team because it's helped her navigate some very tough times in her life. Blissful's v…

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Nicole Christie | Reclaiming Myself: Releasing What Was and Reaching for What Will Be 23:09

2M ago23:09

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In this powerfully candid and gripping episode, Nicole shares—for the first time—painful details of abuse she experienced in her marriage. She walks us through scenes and memories, illustrating how it chipped away at her sense of self, and how a traumatic, yet transformative Reiki experience released her ex-husband’s grip on her. Travel with Nicole…

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#7 Lee Sheftel - Breaking Climbing Records, Biohackery, Celebrating Daily Wins, and Training Smarter Not Harder 54:31

2M ago54:31

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🚀 A dynamo of focus and tenacity – Lee Sheftel is 77 and has been crushing it since forever. At almost 60, achieving 5.14, a 99.9% percentile grade in rock climbing, completing the Grand Teton traverse at 70 – Lee's rewriting the book on aging with power. But here's the kicker – he's not your typical climbing prodigy. Lee spills the beans on his se…

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Breast Cancer Trail: Bye, Bye Boobs 12:54

2M ago12:54

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Blissful begins her cancer journey looking back at her life as a woman. Blissful spends the days before a bilateral mastectomy gathering together a team of supportive women who have been through the procedure. She also walks, hikes, bikes, swims, kayaks all in an effort to calm herself – or running away from panic. In looking forward to being flat-…

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Barbara's European Escapade: Golfing in Spain, Glamping in Ireland, and Chasing Waterfalls in Iceland 43:31

3M ago43:31

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In this episode of "Rock Your Retirement," Barbara shares her incredible experiences from a three-week trip to Europe, including visits to Ireland, Iceland, and Spain. Barbara and her husband embarked on this unforgettable adventure, which was three years in the making and filled with unique and memorable moments. Barbara takes listeners on a journ…

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#6 Mark 'Doc' Renneker - Pioneering surf discovery in the biggest waves in California, Arctic, Greenland, Iceland; nuanced risk taking, balancing career, life and surf, mobility and diet practices 1:07:01

3M ago1:07:01

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Join in this exceedingly rare conversation with Dr. Mark Renneker, a distinguished figure in the realm of big wave surfing hailing from San Francisco. With a surfing tenure spanning nearly six decades, Dr. Renneker has secured his legacy as both a surfing pioneer and a medical doctor at the University of California, San Francisco. Renowned for his …

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Appalachian Trail: going home 15:30

3M ago15:30

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Blissful wraps up her hike of the Appalachian Trail in Maine to head home for cancer treatment. The two days between Monson and Caratunk are rain-free and magical with a winter wren, hermit thrush, northern parula plus warty frogs and a curious snake. It's two big mountains with views including Moxie Bald and Pleasant Pond with glorious views of hu…

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#5 Ari Tulla - Endurance Sports for Longevity vs Intensity, Water Fasting, Tracking Sleep and Personalized Supplements for All 1:16:11

3M ago1:16:11

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This week, we delve into the world of water fasting and its potential as a secret weapon, along with the surprising impact of even the occasional drink on sleep quality (we've all been there, right?). Our guest is none other than Ari Tulla, a Finnish entrepreneur, biohacker and outdoorsman who loves climbing, cycling and surfing. Ari is not your av…

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Appalachian Trail: Magic at Moxie Bald Pond 15:16

3M ago15:16

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Blissful makes it out of the 100 Mile Wilderness and receives a call from her doctor calling her home to have a bilateral mastectomy. It's wet and muddy but mostly road out to Monson, Maine, the first town in ten days. She has to go home, but not immediately, and can head back on trail for at least a few more days. And it's perfect timing in sunny …

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Allie Casazza | Becoming Her: A Journey from Self-Suppression to Self-Acceptance 44:00

3M ago44:00

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Mother of four, best-selling author, top-rated podcaster, and life coach Allie Casazza opens up about how personal struggles, setbacks, and a crumbling marriage pushed her to question everything. She shares her journey of rediscovery, from overcoming religious oppression and mental health struggles to ending her marriage and restructuring her busin…

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#4 Tom Addison - Elite Grades, First Ascents, Games Within Climbing, and Endless Wit 1:21:24

3M ago1:21:24

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Get ready to hang with the one and only Tom Addison from Northern California; low-key but outperforming with a lifetime of big wall ascents and a knack for crushing sport climbing up to 5.14. But hold on, there's more to Tom than just climbing—he's opened up countless first ascents across the country and fought tirelessly to preserve public lands. …

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Appalachian Trail: gratitude for hiker and creature alike 12:33

3M ago12:33

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The trail is hard in rain, mud and cold, but Blissful gets the boost she needs from hiker and creature. It's mountainous now in the 100-mile Wilderness, revealing only misty views of distant lakes enveloped in thick forest. The "Sibs", two thru-hikers also from Minnesota, plus "Shoes," a barefoot hiker, meet her and offer encouragement. As does Fou…

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#3 Kevin Starr -First to Surf Mavericks AND Climb El Cap, Running a Foundation that Combats Worldwide Poverty 1:18:25

3M ago1:18:25

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Rare privilege of meeting with Dr Kevin Starr, accomplished rock climber, big wave surfer and social enterprise CEO. Growing up in San Diego, Kevin fell in love with both the mountains and the ocean, started hiking and climbing around California, and went on to accomplish daring alpine ascents in the Karakorams, Peru and beyond. Moving to San Franc…

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#2 Dr Carling Ursem - Ultra-running across the Sierras, Training in Hypoxic Altitude Tents, Value of a Good Coach, Finding Joy and Magic in Life 1:02:43

3M ago1:02:43

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Today, we speak with Dr Carling Ursem, an accomplished trail runner from Northern California. Carling specializes in ultra-runs (runs with distances longer than traditional marathon races of 26.2 miles) and holds many FKTs (fastest known times) all over the Sierra mountains. But that’s not all, she’s also a hard-working oncologist at UCSF, a rock c…

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#1 Vishal Patel - Chasing the Best Waves, Tuning Body, Mind, Life in Pursuit of Surf Excellence 28:39

3M ago28:39

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“The first time I paddled out, I knew immediately that this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life” Vishal is a talented surfer based out of San Diego, CA and chasing the best waves in California and beyond. Vishal and I met several years ago surfing at the beaches around San Francisco and I grew to deeply admire his work ethic and commitm…

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Appalachian Trail: White Cap Mountain 14:05

3M ago14:05

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Blissful crosses a high, exposed peak in fog and rain then discovers she needs to go further than she thought. Hiking south on the Appalachian Trail, it's the first high mountains since Katahdin, but the weather is manageable. And there are small surprises like twisted and stunted "krumholz" trees, wildly fluorescent fungus and wildflowers heavily …

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#0 Ageless Athlete - Tap Into Stories and Secrets of Elite Rock Climbers, Alpinists, Surfers, Runners, Cyclists, et al. How do they do this, and how what can they teach us? 2:43

3M ago2:43

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Hey there, friends, old and new! 🌟 I've got something pretty special to share - the Ageless Athlete Podcast. It's this passion project I've been nursing, and I'm honestly stoked to let you in on it. 🏞️ Tap into stories and secrets of elite athletes who continue to push boundaries, defying age and convention. 🚴‍♂️🏄‍♀️ I've spent a good chunk of my l…

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Kelly Henderson | Public Pain, Personal Recovery: Finding Strength in Gentle Healing 53:56

3M ago53:56

53:56

Kelly Henderson, celebrity hair and make-up artist, stylist, and host of the popular Velvet's Edge podcast, reflects on her experiences in the public eye, particularly her role on a reality TV show and the fallout of a public friendship. She shares how the aftermath of these events affected her perceptions of herself, but also was a catalyst for he…

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Artist-in-Residence | Porcupine Mountains Wilderness 11:37

4M ago11:37

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Blissful creates an audio narrative as an Artist-in-Residence at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Upper Peninsula, Michigan. During her artistic residency, she immersed herself in the vividly sonorous landscape , collecting sound as she hiked. Birds, falls and the wind spoke to her about spring’s message – a message of renewal and rebir…

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Barbara is Back with New Beginnings: The Story of Downsizing, Letting Go, and Building Connections 1:00:37

4M ago1:00:37

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In this episode of "Rock Your Retirement," host Kathe Kline welcomes back Barbara to continue their candid conversation about the emotional and logistical challenges of downsizing and moving in retirement. Barbara recounts the process of selling her unique property with two units and public water on two and a half acres, which resulted in a full-pr…

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Appalachian Trail: A River Runs Through It 12:29

4M ago12:29

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Blissful makes her first dangerous ford over a swollen and dangerous river in flood from the non-stop rain. For a SOBO – or southbounder – on the Appalachian Trail, it's often wise to pay for delivery of a cache of food to break up the 10-day hike of the 100 Mile Wilderness. Right after the cache, the trail gets harder, steeply uphill into real mou…

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Appalachian Trail: you're only passing through 12:11

4M ago12:11

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When seeing two Pileated Woodpecker parents up close, Blissful learns that she is only passing through and to savor the moment while it lasts. It's an easy enough day on the Appalachian Trail (AT) though rainy without any views. Blissful stops at a lovely campground on the banks of Lower Jo-Mary Lake surrounded by pink Lady Slippers, as delicate as…

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Alexandra Ford | Prevailing Over Human Trafficking and Creating a New Healing Narrative 53:23

4M ago53:23

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Alexandra Ford, anti-trafficking activist and founder of The Laughing Survivor, shares her heart-wrenching story from victim to survivor to advocate. Alexandra candidly discusses her past as a child advocate, being groomed and sexually assaulted at a young age, falling into drug addiction, and her traumatic entanglement in human trafficking. Despit…

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Appalachian Trail: do the next right thing 12:17

4M ago12:17

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In constant rain and cold, Blissful learns the power in facing her negative feelings and using them to spur her to action rather than resignation. The trail has yet to get hard on the Appalachian Trail (AT) but the rain is drenching. Blissful can't stop in the cold and swarms of mosquitos even to eat, and is full of frustration but fellow hiker Ing…

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Appalachian Trail: one fine day 9:07

5M ago9:07

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Blissful is ill-prepared for the constant damp, but discovering an inner fierceness to solve her problems and keep moving ahead. The summer of 2023 on the Appalachian Trail (AT) is the wettest in memory. But this one day in Northern Maine is thankfully dry with big wind off Rainbow Lake where Blissful is able to dry out her gear. It's all easy trai…

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Nicole Christie | I Am Here For Me: My Conversation with Kelly Henderson on the Velvet’s Edge podcast 1:00:14

5M ago1:00:14

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We're doing something a little different with this episode—Nicole is in the guest chair! Kelly Henderson, host of the Velvet’s Edge podcast, and Nicole dive deep into Nicole's riveting personal story of overcoming narcissistic abuse, finding authenticity, and starting over. In addition to sharing her insights on the damaging effects of abusive rela…

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Adventures, Books, and Retirement Bliss: Catching up with Betsy on The Rock Your Retirement Show 25:58

5M ago25:58

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In this episode, Betsy catches up with her friend Kathe after 8 months of retirement and shares her experience of not missing work at all. Betsy discusses how she prefers spending her time reading, exercising, spending time with her mother-in-law, and getting outdoors. Betsy and her husband recently took a fantastic 10-day trip to Italy, visiting N…

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Appalachian Trail: nature could care less 14:19

5M ago14:19

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Blissful leaves Baxter State Park to enter the 100-mile Wilderness, learning that "everything changes" including the weather. Blissful is waiting a pathology report from breast surgery, unsure if she will get the all-clear or have to manage a cancer diagnosis. Her surgeon encourages just to start hiking while she waits and here she is. Lured into t…

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Appalachian Trail: Mount Katahdin 13:13

5M ago13:13

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Blissful decides to put her feet on the Appalachian Trail, beginning from the north on Mount Katahdin in Maine. Those in the know will laugh when the Appalachian Trail (AT) is described as a "footpath" as it's more a rock climbing challenge. And it's tough to get to the start, 100 miles from any airport, then a 4,000-foot climb in five miles up to …

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