Best Rebecca Rusch Podcasts (2025)

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From The Vault: Neuroscientist Matthew Walker On Why Sleep Is Your Superpower 3:06:59

9h ago3:06:59

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Dr. Matthew Walker is a world-renowned neuroscientist, sleep expert, and the bestselling author of “Why We Sleep.” In this conversation, we explore sleep not as a passive state, but as the biological foundation of life itself—the platform from which wakefulness emerges. We dive into the architecture of sleep, its vital role in immune function, dise…

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Claiming Creativity, Ditching Perfection, and Living Fully with Lisa Congdon | EP14 1:17:32

1d ago1:17:32

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In this vibrant episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch welcomes artist, writer, cyclist, and creative trailblazer Lisa Congdon. Known for her bold use of color and voice as an artist and activist, Lisa didn’t start her art career until nearly 40—proving that it's never too late to uncover your calling. In this candid conversation, Lisa and Rebe…

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Can you Train Off-Road for Cycling? + Can you Stop in Your Training Rides? 44:02

2d ago44:02

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions about making stops during training rides and a question about whether it is possible to train off-road for cycling (rather than on the indoor trainer): We discuss what training is and concepts like specificity We discuss the importance of the environment an…

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Olympic Coach Stuart McMillan On The Science Of Speed, Unlocking Your Body's True Potential & Why Sprinting Is The Ultimate Human Activity 2:04:13

3d ago2:04:13

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Stuart McMillan is an elite track and field coach who has guided 70+ Olympians to over 30 medals across nine Olympic Games. As CEO of ALTIS, a global leader in sports education, he's revolutionized how we understand human movement. This conversation is an exploration of speed—not just as a metric, but as a kind of alchemy. At the heart of Stuart's …

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Depth Over Distance: Travis Macy on Family, Identity & Redefining Success | EP13 1:10:21

8d ago1:10:21

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In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca reconnects with longtime friend and fellow endurance athlete Travis Macy. Known for his career in ultra-endurance racing, bestselling books (The Ultra Mindset and A Mile at a Time), and coaching, Travis brings a powerful story of transformation shaped by sport, fatherhood, concussion recovery, and caring…

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Strength Training for Endurance Performance - Dan Cleather 1:05:19

9d ago1:05:19

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter talks with Dan Cleather who returns for the second time on the podcast. Dan is a Professor of Strength and Conditioning at St Mary's University and has coached World and Olympic champions in athletics, rowing, canoeing and rugby. Today we cover: What strength could/should look like for endura…

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High Functioning: The Hidden Depression That May Be Stealing Your Joy & The Tools To Get It Back With Dr. Judith Joseph 1:58:31

10d ago1:58:31

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Dr. Judith Joseph is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, clinical professor at NYU Medical School, and a renowned voice on high-functioning depression. In this conversation, we explore the paradox of achievement and anhedonia—the curious, often painful reality that success doesn't always equate to joy. Judith shares her clinical insights into why so ma…

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Harold Grinde - Gana River Outfitters, Hunting in the Mackenzies & the Value of Hard Work. 1:02:12

13d ago1:02:12

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Send us a text Harold Grinde owns Gana River Outfitters in the Mackenzie Mountains. Early on in his life he was captured by hunting and has worked as a guide all over North-Western Canada which eventually led him to Gana River Outfitters and eventually assuming stewardship and ownership of the Outfit. Gana River Outfitters still hunts on horseback …

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Earth's Hidden Wisdom: Paul Hawken On Reframing Carbon, Consciousness & Why Hope Lies Within Nature's Intelligence 1:42:09

14d ago1:42:09

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Paul Hawken is one of the great elder statesmen of environmentalism, a bestselling author, and the mind behind Drawdown and Regeneration. This conversation explores the biosphere's intrinsic intelligence through the expansive lens of Paul's latest book, Carbon: The Book of Life. We discuss carbon's improbable origins, examine the mycelial networks …

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Living Your Legacy: Corey Rich on Storytelling, Purpose, and Community | EP12 1:24:23

15d ago1:24:23

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In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch connects with her longtime friend, world-renowned photographer and filmmaker Corey Rich. Known for hanging off cliffs with a camera in one hand and a story in the other, Corey reflects on a life built around capturing raw, authentic moments—in sport, in nature, and in the human spirit. Their conver…

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Ideas for Your Final Race Prep Workout + Riding and Racing Unfamiliar Trails 48:40

16d ago48:40

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Best strategies for those final big 'race simualtion workouts' before big endurance races. When to do these final workouts that we call 'GAMEPLAY' workouts. What they might look like ideally and how to interpret the results whether the test ride goes gr…

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Kate Courtney Is Sending It: The Champion Mountain Biker On Redefining Elite Performance, Finding Joy In The Struggle & Seeing Sport As An Authentic Expression 2:14:16

17d ago2:14:16

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Kate Courtney is a world champion mountain biker, Olympian, and the palmarès-rich face of American cycling. This conversation examines Kate's Olympic torch moment with Tom Cruise, her athletic philosophy, and her groundbreaking She Sends Racing initiative. We delve into mountain biking's Marin County roots, the tension between data and intuition, b…

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Leon Andrew - Life on the Land, Local Legends & A Changing World 59:41

20d ago59:41

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Send us a text Leon Andrew is a local Elder who needs no introduction if you have spent time in the Sahtú. His heritage is from the Mountain Dené; he spent the first 16 years of his life living on the land. In this episode, he recounts stories from his life, tells legends, and talks about some of the issues facing the North Currently. Thank you, Le…

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Cultivating Performance Culture and Community with Allen Lim | EP11 1:04:32

22d ago1:04:32

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In this deeply insightful episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Dr. Allen Lim, renowned sports scientist, entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Skratch Labs. Allen’s journey from a young, curious cyclist to one of the most influential figures in human performance is a testament to the power of curiosity, connection, and care.…

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Your Best Performance Might be One Snack Away! Kristen Ziesmer RD 57:40

23d ago57:40

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we speak with Registered Dietician Kristen Zeismer about fueling mistakes, differences between adult and youth nutrition and how to avoid (huge) afternoon cravings after big rides and more ! 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try…

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Inside ‘The Telepathy Tapes’: Creator Ky Dickens Reveals The Extraordinary Story Behind The Podcast Sensation 2:00:15

24d ago2:00:15

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Ky Dickens is the award-winning filmmaker behind "The Telepathy Tapes," the viral podcast phenomenon. This conversation explores the intersection of neurodiversity and consciousness as Ky shares her journey documenting non-speaking autistic individuals with apparent telepathic abilities. We discuss her transformation from pragmatic skeptic to someo…

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Kevin Frank - Fitness, Motivation & Millennial Mindset 1:08:18

27d ago1:08:18

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Send us a text Kevin is a friend that I met in the Gym in Norman Wells one evening, we hit it off since then and spoke for around 2 hours that evening. Since then we decided it was a good idea to sit down and make an episode together. We come from different backgrounds but from he same era. This conversation was a ton of fun, we discuss Fitness, ho…

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The Modern Elder: Chip Conley On Reframing Midlife, Cultivating True Wisdom & Finding Purpose In Life's Second Half 2:05:30

28d ago2:05:30

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Chip Conley is a hospitality maverick, founder of Modern Elder Academy, and the entrepreneurial sage who helped transform Airbnb from a startup to a global phenomenon. This conversation explores midlife as a chrysalis rather than a crisis—a transformative journey from ego to soul. Chip illuminates the path from horizontal achievement to vertical gr…

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The Modern Mobilizer: Maureen Kolenyo’s Path to Global Impact | EP10 1:05:58

29d ago1:05:58

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In this heartfelt episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Maureen Kolenyo, Regional Director of East Africa for World Bicycle Relief, transformational leader, and mother of five. Maureen shares her incredible journey from corporate powerhouse to purpose-driven changemaker, revealing how a simple bicycle can unlock safety, edu…

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Transitioning Training Outside + Can You Do Too Much Cross-Training? 42:44

1M ago42:44

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly Hurford and Peter Glassford discuss 4 listener questions including Hardtail vs. Dual-Suspension, Packs vs. Vests Vs. Bottles Vs. Hip Packs, and then using Structured workouts outside (Spring transition for cycling) and finally, how to know if you are cross-training too much! (#CrosstrainingIs…

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Beyond 10% Happier: Dan Harris On Meditation As A Superpower, Transforming Anxiety, & Finding Peace In Uncertain Times 1:58:19

1M ago1:58:19

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Dan Harris is the former ABC News anchor whose on-air panic attack catalyzed his transformation from skeptical journalist to meditation ambassador. This conversation explores Dan’s journey with meditation—from stress management tool to profound inquiry into consciousness and uncertainty. We discuss his practice evolving far beyond his bestselling b…

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Bryson Rogers - Beginning a new Journey, Healing Your Self & The Sahtú Support Association. 54:10

1M ago54:10

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Send us a text I discovered Bryson through his recent post on the Norman Wells Announcements page, where he laid out his intention and the beginnings of The Sahtú Support Association. It piqued my interest, and after connecting on Facebook, we decided to record together. He is just starting this new Journey and intends to follow up with us periodic…

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Beyond the Lens and Into the Light with Chris Burkard | EP9 1:08:02

1M ago1:08:02

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In this deeply introspective episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with world-renowned photographer, explorer, and endurance athlete, Chris Burkard. Known for capturing some of the most remote and untamed places on Earth, Chris reveals the deeper motivations behind his relentless pursuit of adventure. Chris shares his journey fr…

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Sea Otter 2025 Highlights 37:42

1M ago37:42

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Molly and Peter discuss what they saw, what they liked and what they didn't like at the Sea Otter 2025. The conversation includes the first round of the Lifetime Series and trends in bikes, gear and racing. This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited tim…

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Rebecca Alty - Liberal Candidate for MP in the NWT, Being Mayor & Choosing Yellowknife. 1:02:34

1M ago1:02:34

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Send us a text Rebecca is the current Mayor of Yellowknife serving her 2nd term and has taken a leave to run as the Liberal MP for the NWT. We managed to sit down together during her visit to Norman Wells while campaigning in the Sahtú. We discussed her roots, how her family originally came to Yellowknife, and how her career developed from working …

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Phil Stutz & Elise Loehnen Share Tools For Inner Well-being, How To Embrace Pain, Uncertainty & Constant Work As Divine Invitations, & Why Everything You’re Avoiding Will Transform Your Life 1:33:29

1M ago1:33:29

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Phil Stutz is the legendary psychiatrist, author, and protagonist in the Netflix documentary “Stutz.” Alongside co-author and writer Elise Loehnen, they explore their new book “True & False Magic.” This conversation delves into “Part X”—the destructive force within us all—along with Universe 1 vs. Universe 2 thinking, and how pain, uncertainty, and…

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Power, Property, & Prestige: Kurt Sutter & Katey Sagal Share The Unfiltered Truth About Marriage, Recovery, Success Addiction & The Path Back To Purpose 2:07:31

1M ago2:07:31

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Kurt Sutter and Katey Sagal are the Hollywood power couple behind “Sons of Anarchy,” numerous iconic performances, and hosts of the podcast “PIE.” This conversation strips bare the intoxicating trap of fame, the parallel paths that led them both to sobriety at 31, and the brutal honesty required to save their relationship when “money, property, and…

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Healing Through Nature & Heartbreak with Florence Williams | EP8 1:01:46

1M ago1:01:46

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In this deeply insightful episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with acclaimed science writer and nature advocate Florence Williams. Known for her groundbreaking books The Nature Fix and Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey, Florence explores the profound ways that nature heals both the body and mind. Florence opens up …

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Bike Fit with Tim Plunkett 55:41

1M ago55:41

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For this week's episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly talks to Bike Fitter Tim Plunkett of Speed River Bicycle in Guelph, Ontario about bike fitting. This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $20…

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Let Them Theory: Mel Robbins On Reclaiming Your Power, Finding Freedom In Letting Go & The Simple Tool That's Transforming Millions of Lives 1:54:47

2M ago1:54:47

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Mel Robbins is a celebrated podcast host, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most sought-after experts in mindset and behavior change. This conversation explores the paradox at the heart of human suffering—that we exhaust ourselves trying to control the uncontrollable. Mel’s counterintuitive “Let Them Theory” offers a deceptively …

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Concussions, Competition, Courage with Haley Batten | EP7 58:25

2M ago58:25

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In this episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Haley Batten, a world-class mountain biker and Olympic silver medalist, to explore the delicate balance between competition, joy, and resilience. Haley shares her journey from a teenage prodigy in mountain biking to navigating the highest levels of the sport while facing persona…

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Spring Q&A - How to Take Your Cycling Training Outside 41:04

2M ago41:04

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly discuss 3 questions around the spring transition to outdoor cycling training and challenges that adult cyclists face as the weather gets better, but remains inconsistent. How to add Group rides, races and avoid burnout! This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link …

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You Are Already Enough: Maria Shriver On Finding Your Voice, Healing After Heartbreak, Brain Health Advocacy, & The Power Of Self-Acceptance 1:53:57

2M ago1:53:57

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Maria Shriver is a renowned journalist, Kennedy family scion, and award-winning advocate for women's brain health. This conversation explores the parasocial relationship between public figure and audience as Maria shares her authentic journey of self-discovery through poetry. We discuss her upbringing in America's political "royalty,&q…

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ROLL ON 2025 So Far: Navigating Uncertainty, Getting Unstuck, Elmo, Psychedelics, ‘Adolescence’ & More 2:02:07

2M ago2:02:07

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Roll On is back baby! Today Rich and Adam Skolnick catch up on the decade that is 2025. On tap is SXSW, Elmo, psychedelics, the LA fires, and practical strategies for navigating the turbulence of our current moment. They also go deep on the Netflix hit “Adolescence” and its many important themes, including the impact of social media on teenagers an…

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Butterfly in a Blizzard: with Kimmy Fasani | EP6 1:01:25

2M ago1:01:25

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In this powerful episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with pioneering snowboarder, entrepreneur, and mother, Kimmy Fasani. Kimmy shares her extraordinary journey from breaking boundaries in professional snowboarding to facing one of life’s most difficult challenges: an aggressive cancer diagnosis. Through candid and heartfelt s…

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Kyle Newhook - The role of Aviation in the North, Choosing Norman Wells & Unusual Collections 59:54

2M ago59:54

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Send us a text Kyle Newhook is the Operations Manager for North-Wright Airways. He discovered Norman Wells at the start of his aviation career and basically never looked back. In this episode he tells the story of ending up here, how his perspective of aviation changed by living and working here. It was great to get the chance to talk to Kyle about…

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Should I Do 3 Hours on the Trainer ? 42:22

2M ago42:22

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly and Peter discuss a few listener questions. Firstly a question about when, why and how to ride 3 hours (or more) on the trainer. We also discuss logging TSS for strength (and why you might not want to) and why/where/how to do testing to assess your fitness. This Episode is Brought to You By: …

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The Explorer's Gene: Alex Hutchinson On Humanity’s Drive To Seek The Unknown, The Science Of Uncertainty, & Why Effort Creates Meaning 2:24:47

2M ago2:24:47

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Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist, Cambridge-trained physicist, and bestselling author of “Endure” and “The Explorer’s Gene.” This conversation explores Alex’s transcendent perspective on our primordial drive to seek the unknown. We unpack his fascinating evolution from elite runner and NSA researcher to becoming the v…

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Where Are We Now? Update on Women's Sport Research 34:31

2M ago34:31

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This episode is a preview of Molly's new podcast with Dr. Sasha Gollish called 'Strong Girl Talk Podcast'. In this preview episode Molly and Sasha discuss the state of research that focuses on women in sport. Please subscribe and follow the new STRONG GIRL TALK PODCAST at this link. The podcast is released weekly. Get subscribed via Substack so you…

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Introducing Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting: "Should I Talk with My Teens About My Own Mental Health Challenges?" 1:01:54

2M ago1:01:54

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Today I’m sharing an episode of Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting hosted by Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena explore the topic of "Should I Talk with My Teens About My Own Mental Health Challenges?" Subscribe to Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Find out more about Voicing …

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Resilience and The Art of Letting Go with Cory Richards | EP5 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

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In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca sits down with world-renowned photographer, adventurer, mental health advocate, and storyteller Cory Richards for an unfiltered conversation about resilience, identity, and the power of letting go. Cory has been on the highest peaks in the world and captured some of the most breathtaking images. But his …

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Noah Ramsay Wins Zwift Academy 32:05

2M ago32:05

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Noah Ramsay joins Peter and Molly to talk about the training and coaching that has gotten Noah to the pro-tour over the last 5 years and the whirlwind fall of 2024 that included winning ICEMAN Cometh and the Zwift Academy challenge. This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE – to pay no app fees for 6 mon…

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Good Stress: Jeff Krasno On The Health Benefits of Deliberate Discomfort, How To Have Hard Conversations & Applying Eastern Wisdom To Western Medicine 2:23:12

2M ago2:23:12

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Jeff Krasno is a wellness entrepreneur, author of “Good Stress,” and co-founder of the iconic global yoga festival Wanderlust. This conversation explores Jeff’s journey from “wealth and hellness” to authentic well-being. His thesis on hormetic stress offers an antidote to our convenience-obsessed world. We discuss the political horseshoeing of well…

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The Man Who (Literally) Owns Nothing: Radical Minimalist Robin Greenfield On Barefoot Walking 1,600 Miles, Living In Harmony With Earth, & Finding Freedom Through Simplicity 2:35:53

2M ago2:35:53

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Robin Greenfield is a transcendental environmental activist who has taken the concept of simplicity to its existential extreme. This conversation explores how Robin's radical approach to consumption challenges our assumptions about possession, examining his 1,600-mile journey down the Pacific coast, his current experiment living in Griffith Park wi…

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The Midlife Chrysalis: with Chip Conley & Christine Sperber | EP4 1:08:19

2M ago1:08:19

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Rebecca Rusch welcomes Chip Conley and Christine Sperber, co-founders of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), the world's first midlife wisdom school. This insightful conversation explores how to reframe midlife transitions from crisis to chrysalis, the importance of embracing physical well-being through all life stages, and how to navigate personal reinven…

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Reflecting on First Races of The Season + Gravel Trends 2025 52:48

2M ago52:48

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we discuss Peter's first two early-season gravel races, HomeGrown Gravel and The Valley of Tears. We chat about preparation, challenges of early season races (e.g. weather!) and some take-a-ways on gravel equipment and fueling trends. This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link P…

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Annaka Harris On Why Consciousness Just Might Be Fundamental To Reality 1:42:39

2M ago1:42:39

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Annaka Harris is a New York Times bestselling author and creator of the groundbreaking audio documentary series “Lights On.” This conversation explores the profound question of whether consciousness is fundamental to the universe rather than merely an emergent property of complex matter. We discuss the ineffable nature of felt experience, the illus…

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Live Women's Talk with Molly Hurford 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

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In this talk for the women participating in The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's The Ride to Conquer Cancer and Northern Pass to Conquer Cancer, Molly covered: apparel and gear choice, saddle sores, chafing , pad vs. tampon, doing a bike check , training basics , nutrition 101 and event day checklists. Molly is joined by accomplished endurance…

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The Science of Support: Dr. Stacy Sims on Community, Crisis, and Her Own Survival | EP3 59:31

3M ago59:31

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In this powerful and intimate conversation, Rebecca Rusch sits down with renowned scientist and women's performance expert Dr. Stacy Sims. Together they explore the intersection of science, athletics, mental health, and what it means to be a woman pushing boundaries in male-dominated fields. From childhood curiosity to professional triumphs and per…

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Race Reviews + Spring Race Preparation - Run Coach Jenny Quilty 1:00:51

3M ago1:00:51

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly interviews running coach Jenny Quilty about doing race reviews, preparing for spring races and fueling for endurance athletes. Check it out to gain insights to put into action ahead of your running and biking races this spring. This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Pa…

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