Best Ryan Welton Podcasts (2024)

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The Power of a Chance: Finding Joy in the Journey with Amberly Lago 41:30

4d ago41:30

41:30

See Amberly Lago and more LIVE at AMPCON 2024 In this compelling episode, we sit down with Amberly Lago to hear her extraordinary story of resilience and determination. After a devastating motorcycle accident that nearly resulted in the amputation of her leg, Amberly faced a grueling journey of 34 surgeries and extensive physical therapy. Through s…

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

8d ago1:25:13

1:25:13

Send us a Text Message. 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. …

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The Power of Psychological Safety with Shed Shedletzky: Creating Trust, Innovation, and Growth in the Workplace 1:02:47

18d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

See René Rodriguez and more LIVE at AMPCON 2024 In this enlightening episode, we explore the critical role of psychological safety in fostering a thriving work environment. Stephen "Shed" Shedletzky shares insights from his experiences and collaborations with thought leaders like Simon Sinek, delving into the importance of creating a space where em…

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

29d ago58:22

58:22

Send us a Text Message. 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 br…

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Finding the Winning Streak: Charlie Rocket and the Power of Delusional Optimism 48:32

1M ago48:32

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See Charlie Rocket and more LIVE at AMPCON 2024 In this inspiring episode of the podcast, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Charlie Rocket, who left behind a successful career in the music industry to chase his first dream of becoming an athlete. Embracing what he calls "delusional optimism," Charlie shares how his unwavering belief in his …

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Don’t Do Business With D*cks: The Power of the RIGHT Community with Dave Meltzer 36:14

1M ago36:14

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See Dave Meltzer and more LIVE at AMPCON 2024 In this transformative episode, Dave Meltzer renowned speaker, author and entrepreneur, joins us to share his profound insights on how surrounding yourself with the right people, environments, and opportunities can elevate your life to new heights. Drawing from his extensive experience as an entrepreneu…

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

2M ago1:23:35

1:23:35

Send us a Text Message. 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.…

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Productivity Made Easy: How Simplicity Drives Execution 34:16

2M ago34:16

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In this episode, we explore the intriguing world of Jeff Sheldon, the accidental entrepreneur behind Ugmonk, a brand renowned for its minimalist design and high-quality products. Jeff opens up about his journey from stumbling into entrepreneurship to intentionally crafting his day-to-day life with the Analog Productivity System—a tangible, card-bas…

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Creative Networking: Mastering the “One Jordan” Strategy with Chris Welton 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

In this compelling episode of The AMPLIFII™ Podcast, host René Rodriguez sits down with Chris Welton to delve into the groundbreaking "One Jordan Strategy" that has transformed Chris' approach to networking. Chris shares his inspiring journey of embracing his limb difference as a unique advantage and discusses how this perspective has influenced hi…

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

2M ago58:44

58:44

Send us a Text Message. 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…

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

3M ago55:54

55:54

Send us a Text Message. 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 test…

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

4M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

Send us a Text Message. 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 t…

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

5M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Send us a Text Message. 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 Crawf…

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

5M ago1:30:01

1:30:01

Send us a Text Message. 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. Resou…

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

6M ago1:05:19

1:05:19

Send us a Text Message. 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 stori…

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

7M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Send us a Text Message. 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 Ro…

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The NEW Miracle Morning with Hal Elrod: The Morning Routine That Will Change Your Life 55:32

7M ago55:32

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In this engaging episode of the AMPLIFII™ podcast, host René Rodriguez welcomes guest Hal Elrod, acclaimed author and motivational speaker, to discuss the launch of his new book, The NEW Miracle Morning. The conversation delves deep into the origins of Hal's original Miracle Morning, a concept that has transformed countless lives around the world. …

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The Authentic Brand: A Deep Dive with Chris Do 59:36

7M ago59:36

59:36

“There’s nobility in doing humble things well.” In this episode of the AMPLIFII podcast hosted by René Rodriguez, renowned marketing expert and designer Chris Do joins us. We discuss Chris' impressive background and successful career in marketing, design, and personal branding, delving into Chris' experiences and insights, exploring the lessons he'…

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

7M ago1:22:23

1:22:23

Send us a Text Message. 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 ot…

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Chasing Excellence: Ryan Lavarnway's Journey to Success and a World Series Championship 33:54

8M ago33:54

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In this riveting episode of the Amplifii podcast hosted by René Rodriguez, we dive into the extraordinary career of Ryan Lavarnway, a renowned professional baseball player and World Series champion. Ryan joins René to reflect on his career on field, sharing insightful stories of both triumphs and setbacks. Tune in as they discuss the invaluable les…

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

8M ago49:55

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Send us a Text Message. 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…

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Unleashing the Mind: Journey into the Depths of Brain Mapping and Human Potential with Rachel Lambert 37:34

9M ago37:34

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Join us on this special episode of the AMPLIFII™ Podcast as we sit down with Rachel Lambert, the founder and owner of BrainCode Centers. With locations in Denver and Dallas, BrainCode Centers is at the forefront of neurofeedback therapy, unlocking the brain's immense potential for transformation. In this conversation, we dive deep into the world of…

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

9M ago54:53

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Send us a Text Message. 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, p…

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

10M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Send us a Text Message. 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 stor…

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More Than a Game To Me: How Austin Ekeler is Building a Legacy On and Off the Field 59:00

10M ago59:00

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In this captivating episode René Rodriguez sits down with none other than Austin Ekeler, the #1 Running Back in the NFL. Get ready for an inspiring conversation that delves deep into Austin's extraordinary journey to the NFL, the moment he stood up and accepted a leadership position, and his mentality to seize every opportunity that comes his way. …

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S5E2 -- A retrospective look at popular past guests 1:18:45

10M ago1:18:45

1:18:45

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I do a retrospective look back at some of the most downloaded and most discussed guests that have appeared on 515 : The Ultra Podcast. Featured excerpts include: Manmadh Rebba S4E3 -- Ohana Guest / Moab 240 Finisher : Ferg Hawke S3E10 -- Ultramarathon Man Dede Griesbauer S3E13 (Part A) -- 2022 World Champions…

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From Adversity to Influence: How Clinton Sparks Built a Brand That Transcends Culture, Music, and Business 1:06:21

11M ago1:06:21

1:06:21

Join us in this riveting episode as we sit down with the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated DJ, producer, entrepreneur, and author, Clinton Sparks. Sparks has made more than just a mark in the entertainment industry; he has become a symbol of perseverance and success. In this episode, he boldly states that "Fame doesn't make you great, but greatness …

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S5E1 -- UMUK 515 race directors Ben Peresson and Richard Groome 1:03:48

11M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Send us a Text Message. Ben Peresson and Richard Groome from UMUK join me to talk about their ultra races and share their backgrounds in the sport. Ben is a “black shirt” Norseman Xtreme racer and Marathon Des Sables finisher. Richard has taken on The Brutal and rode every stage of the Tour de France with a magazine map as his guide. Together, they…

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The Power of Authenticity: Unleashing Massive Social Media Growth with Jefferson Fisher 45:10

11M ago45:10

45:10

“I turn chapters into paragraphs and paragraphs into sentences.” Dive deep into the world of social media growth with trial attorney Jefferson Fisher, who achieved remarkable success by embracing authenticity. In this episode, discover how Fisher's genuine approach, coupled with trust and generosity, propelled him to over 2.3 million views on Insta…

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S4E13 -- Ohana Athlete Rob Gray : Comrades Finisher 1:04:32

12M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Send us a Text Message. Rob Gray is a world traveller who has benefited from the transition to remote work. He describes himself as a Boulder guy from South Africa with a British passport. We caught up during a two week period that he was home packing to move the family to Phuket, Thailand after returning from competing at the Comrades Marathon in …

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Standards over feelings: How Standards Propel Legends feat. Ben Newman, The Nation's Top Continual Peak Performance Coach 46:45

12M ago46:45

46:45

“You can win more in your life if you lock in, standards over feelings.” In this episode, we sit down with Ben Newman, THE NATION'S TOP CONTINUAL PEAK PERFORMANCE COACH, and author of The Standard, to explore the power of standards over feelings and how they act as a driving force in achieving greatness. We delve into the world of high achievement …

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S4E12 -- Dee Fuller : Discussing Mental Health 1:08:29

1y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Send us a Text Message. We originally thought Dee Fuller overcame the usual body issues when stressing the body in an ultra event on her way to her second women’s win at UM Australia. A few days later she went public on Facebook about struggling with an eating disorder leading up to, and while competing this year. Something I was not aware of when …

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How Branding and Storytelling Intersect in Today's Business Landscape: A Deep Dive with Neal Foard 1:20:18

1y ago1:20:18

1:20:18

“Storytelling is the art form through which we express to one another that we’re all in this together and we’re not alone.” In this riveting episode, we explore the fascinating intersection of branding and storytelling in the contemporary business landscape with storytelling maestro, Neal Foard. At one point, Neal was named one of the top 10 most d…

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S4E11 -- Special Crossover Episode with the Kevin Heinze and the Fitspeek Podcast 1:11:15

1y ago1:11:15

1:11:15

Send us a Text Message. This is a special episode crossover between 515 : The Ultra Podcast and Fitspeek, hosted by Kevin Heinze. We recorded this conversation together and are both releasing the same episode to our audiences. We share stories about podcasting and our backgrounds for each other’s audience. Larry shares breaking Ultra news about new…

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S4E10 -- Ohana Guest : Heidi Buttery - Nutritionist and Mental Health Advocate 53:16

1y ago53:16

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Send us a Text Message. Heidi Buttery went from ultra high wealth financial advisor to ultra athlete. After going through a “mental breakthrough” manic episode she has become interested in helping others who struggle with mental health issues. In 2014, she raced Ironman to raise funds and awareness for NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Sh…

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S4E9 -- The Architect of El Plan – Armando Armellini 1:17:28

1y ago1:17:28

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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Armando Armellini an athlete who has competed at numerous IM events, Epic 5, and 7 Ultraman events since 2016, including 4 consecutive Ultraman’s in 2022. He is the architect of El Plan (a way to pace 515 distances) and was the first person to attempt to complete all four UM branded races in a single ye…

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515 Special Edition : UM Australia Race Recap 1:04:09

1y ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Send us a Text Message. In this special release I speak with Steve King who was announcing at the event to get the rundown of what happened over the three days in Noosa this year at UM Australia. I also speak with Shane Duffy to put a final pin in his record breaking six 515 races in a year. Each of the champions, Simon Cochrane and Dee Fuller also…

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S4E8 -- UM Australia 2023 Preview & Profile of Simon Cochrane 1:27:11

1y ago1:27:11

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Send us a Text Message. UM Australia is the focus of this episode. I have a chat with race director, Jeff Morris, to preview a few of the 45 athletes who are toeing the line in Noosa this weekend. Like most 515 races, the line up includes some big names with lofty goals like Richard Thompson and his sub 20 challenge, and some people who are just ch…

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S4E7 -- Three time Ultra Czech 515 finisher : Günter Pilz 51:22

1y ago51:22

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Send us a Text Message. Günter Pilz, aka Ultra Pilz, is a three time UltraCzech 515 finisher and a man who creates his own Ultra “Adventures”. He funds his adventures with his day job as a secondary school teacher in Linz, Austria where he works with a lot of refugee students. He created a running club at his school to keep those students moving an…

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S4E6 -- Ultra Brazil 515 Race Director Alex Luna 1:07:28

1+ y ago1:07:28

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Send us a Text Message. Alex Luna, one of the many “race directors” of the UB 515 joins me today to speak about the 10 year anniversary of the Ultra 515 race in Ubatuba, Brazil. We discuss the history of the race in Brazil and its connection to the roots in Hawaii with Curtis Tyler. Alex shares his experience with the sport and the lifelong friends…

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515 Special Edition -- UMAZ Champions and Ultraman Record setter Shane Duffy 45:44

1+ y ago45:44

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Send us a Text Message. This is the final Special Edition from Ultraman Arizona for 2023. In this episode, I catch up with the two winners at the awards night to speak about how they felt about the race. Cynthia Bartus, age 45, from Pennsylvania, is the 2023 women's winner and Maxsim Kniazev is the NEW WORLD RECORD holder and winner on the men's si…

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515 Special Edition -- UMAZ DAY 3 Race Recap 11:06

1+ y ago11:06

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Send us a Text Message. From Phoenix, Arizona this is your day three race recap of Ultraman Arizona 2023. Find the Day 1 & 2 Recap here. Unfortunately, Jen McVeay was busy with her duties as race director and was unable to contribute to this recap. What a day three it was. It lived up to the hype, producing a new World Record time for the 33 year o…

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515 Special Edition -- Ultraman Arizona 2023 Day 1 & 2 Recap 11:11

1+ y ago11:11

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Send us a Text Message. Today is a special edition episode for the Ultraman Arizona 2023 race recap of Day 1 and Day 2. Joining me today to bring you the recaps are Assistant Race Director Chris “JB” Holzner and this year’s race announcer Chris Clark. Continue to follow the race and get more information at : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ul…

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Leading Through Lockdown: 5 Lessons to Improve Your Leadership Skills 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

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The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the way we work and forced leaders to adapt to new ways of managing their teams. In this podcast, we explore five valuable lessons that leaders can learn from the pandemic to improve their leadership skills. Each lesson provides actionable insights that will help you to build a stronger, more engaged team and fos…

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S4E5 -- UMAZ Athlete in Profile : Shane Duffy 50:56

1+ y ago50:56

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Send us a Text Message. I am joined in this episode by Shane Duffy from Australia as my Athlete in Profile for the 2023 Ultraman Arizona race. This is the second episode released this week, as I also do a Race Preview with UMAZ race director, Jen McVeay and the voice of 515 everywhere, Steve King. Listen to that episode here. As you will hear in th…

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S4E4 -- Ultraman Arizona 2023 Race Preview 1:06:03

1+ y ago1:06:03

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Send us a Text Message. Ultraman Arizona 2023 takes place from March 17 - 19. I have returning to the podcast, race director, Jen McVeay, and the 515 announcer extraordinaire, Steve King to preview the athletes competing in this year's race. It is a smaller field with just 3 women and 19 men, but some great athletes will be vying to set the officia…

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S4E3 -- Ohana Guest / Moab 240 Finisher : Manmadh Rebba 1:08:42

1+ y ago1:08:42

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Send us a Text Message. Today’s Ohana guest, Manmadh Rebba, is a multiple finisher of 515 races and ultramarathons. His ultra journey has taken him from a company 5k to completing the Moab 240. In his day job he works as an architect and project management consultant, and he uses that as a metaphor for his new endurance coaching platform - Re-Desig…

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Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Sales: The Perfect Marriage of Timeless Fundamentals with Modern Approaches 35:03

1+ y ago35:03

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Join us on this exciting journey as we delve into the latest research on selling, and uncover the key factors that drive sales success. From the impact of voice quality and body language, to the role of empathy and grit, we'll explore how sales professionals can harness these crucial elements to build stronger relationships with their customers and…

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S4E2 -- Ultraman Florida 2023 Race Preview 1:12:19

1+ y ago1:12:19

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Send us a Text Message. Race director of Ultraman Florida, Jen McVeay, and the voice of Ultraman, Steve King join me to preview the athletes attending the 2023 version of the race on February 9 - 11. We discuss some of the athletes' race resumes and connections to the Ultra family. In the second part of the episode I have a conversation with one of…