Best Claire Sparrow Podcasts (2025)

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Learning to trust your body again through Pilates with Claire Sparrow 1:06:40

8d ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Reformer! Nic is joined by renowned educator, author, and studio owner Claire Sparrow. Claire shares her inspiring journey from growing up surrounded by strong, inspiring women, to discovering Pilates during her time as a contemporary dancer, to eventually becoming an internationally recognised teache…

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The importance of knowing your numbers as a Pilates studio owner with Catherine Hebb 52:36

18h ago52:36

52:36

If you’re looking to open your first Pilates studio, this episode is packed with the advice you need to hear! Nic sits down with Catherine Hebb, founder of Runway Pilates, a three-studio collective based in the UK and business coach to movement professionals worldwide. Catherine’s journey from a high-performing corporate career to grounded, values-…

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Welcome to Beyond the Reformer! 1:26

13d ago1:26

1:26

Welcome to Beyond the Reformer, the podcast where Pilates professionals and enthusiasts come together for thoughtful conversations, genuine insights, and inspiring stories. Make sure to subscribe so you can join Nic every Monday morning to feel more connected, inspired, and empowered in your Pilates practice, teaching, and beyond...…

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46. I Teach People Not Pilates 29:46

17d ago29:46

29:46

In this episode Claire and Sophie talk about how they prepare to teach and coach, how they tune into each class or person they are supporting and how they hold space for themselves.

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45. Pilates is for Life 21:28

3M ago21:28

21:28

45. 44. Pilates is for life Claire and Sophie discuss what the benefits of Pilates are and why we should start it young, if we can, and keep a regular practice for life.

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44. Coaching for Life & Pilates 23:37

3M ago23:37

23:37

44. What coaching did for me Sophie, a recently trained Coach, chats to Claire about her approach while Claire recounts her experiences as both a coach and a coachee and how this has impacted her approach to Pilates.

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43. Pelvic Floor Relaxation & Empowerment Mediation 13:52

5M ago13:52

13:52

This is 10-minute guided meditation tailored to the needs of women in my Whole Body Pelvic Health membership. I am sharing it with you because as listeners of the podcast many of you will be looking for ways to relax and take back control of your pelvic floor. This meditation focuses on relaxing the pelvic floor, fostering positivity, and empowerin…

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Good news is bad news delivered early, with Tech Exec Brett Wiskar 42:18

7M ago42:18

42:18

No one likes bad news, but as a leader, it’s your responsibility to get ahead of it. When Brett Wiskar said during our interview, "Good news is bad news delivered early," it really resonated. Surprises are rarely welcome, and as leaders, it's our job not only to manage them but to stay ahead of them. In this candid episode, I chat with Brett, a sea…

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42. The Power of Imagery in Pilates & Life 25:34

7M ago25:34

25:34

In this episode we discuss images and saying that help us make the most out of our Pilates practice and our life. We also remind you that we don't do Pilates to get good at Pilates, it really is about how it helps us live a great life. Here is a link to the Whole Body Pelvic Health website where you will find a series of blog posts on the changing …

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41. HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor - Celebrating One Year of Hope 38:08

7M ago38:08

38:08

In this solo episode I share with you the behind the scenes of writing HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor and share a short extract of the book. I also share about my experience becoming a Second Generation Teacher under the mentorship of the amazing Lolita San Miguel. Claire x Resources: BUY HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor Receive a FREE Pelvic Floor Exercises…

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Leadership Styles Explained: Find Out How You Lead 12:58

7M ago12:58

12:58

Today's episode is talking about what I believe is the most important first step in leadership - knowing your leadership style. Whether you're an aspiring leader, a new leader, someone who's been at it for a while or an absolute seasoned pro, you need to know what your natural leadership style is. So why is this important? Your leadership style is …

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40. Pilates is a profession 24:02

8M ago24:02

24:02

In this episode Sophie asks Claire about the different types of training available to become a Pilates teacher and what you might expect and what you should look out for. It is a no filter evaluation from Claire's 20 plus years of experience in as she explains the "profession" of Pilates.

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Building an Engaged Team, Virtually, with Brianna Ansaldo of Bamby Media 47:29

10M ago47:29

47:29

Do you get the best from your team? Guest Brianna Ansaldo is CEO of Australia's largest independent podcast production agency in Australia, and has a completely virtual team. When I started this podcast two years ago, I clicked immediately with Brianna but also knew that after the onboarding I'd be working with the team not Brianna directly. Here's…

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39. Sharing Your Goals 25:44

10M ago25:44

25:44

In this episode, we share how important it is to share your goals and invite your loved ones and those important people in your life along with you on the journey to achieving your dreams.

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38. Building better habits 22:53

11M ago22:53

22:53

Claire and Sophie share their top tips and experiences of creating and sustaining habits. And also confess to a few ‘bad’ habits!

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Leading an international team with Emilia Simonin 26:22

11M ago26:22

26:22

In 2010 podcast host Kate Peardon met fellow Australian Emilia Simonin in an MBA classroom in Paris. Throughout the years they've shared their journey across a number of countries and through corporate leadership, and today Emilia is the Global Market and Business Intelligence Director at L'Oreal, in Paris. Today's episode interviews Emilia on her …

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37. HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor: the book 22:05

11M ago22:05

22:05

Did you know Claire is the author of best selling book ‘HOPE for your Pelvic Floor’? Listen to Claire and Sophie as they discuss what Claire’s learnt from writing the book and what we can all learn from reading it. Grab your own copy of the book here HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor: Six Practical Principles to Restore Your Pelvic Health and Reclaim Your…

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36. We're Back! 23:06

12M ago23:06

23:06

After a short year off, we are back on the podcast and excited to share some news and new topics with you. In this episode we are sharing our highs and lows over the past year.

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From Dancer to CEO: Claire O'Shea's journey to build a thriving dance business 51:54

1y ago51:54

51:54

Join Claire O'Shea on her journey from young dancer to Dance Energy Studios founder, podcast producer, and business mentor. At just 19 she started her first dance studio and in this interview she shares insights on scaling her studio, building the right team, and navigating leadership in the arts. Learn about her transition from dance teacher (the …

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Navigating Leadership Waters 13:01

1y ago13:01

13:01

If you've got a problem at work, is it: a) you b) other people c) the environment d) all of the above. Have you ever changed jobs, only to find the issue still exists in your new job? This is a definite sign that you thought it was (C - the environment) but it was actually (A - you). So how do you figure out the cause of the issue before making big…

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Leadership Resilience: Navigating Burnout and Driving Organisational Change, with Liz Bradford 25:52

1y ago25:52

25:52

Have you experienced burnout, or know some who has? Today's guest is the remarkable Liz Bradford, a seasoned leader with 20 years of diverse experience, currently serving as the Managing Director of Wholesale Banking at HSBC Asia in Hong Kong and the CEO of Transform Perform. Liz shares candidly about her defining moment in leadership, experiencing…

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Managing Business Growth and Transitions: Insights from Lauren Fraser, Thea Media 35:23

1+ y ago35:23

35:23

When challenges arise, the wise prioritise over powering through. Lauren Fraser, founder of Thea Media, challenges the conventional wisdom that toughness is the only answer. Join us as we delve into her entrepreneurial journey—from navigating chronic fatigue to building a thriving digital marketing agency that values balance and well-being. Lauren'…

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The Art of Authentic Team Building with Sparo Studios' Visionary, Emma Sparrow 26:39

1+ y ago26:39

26:39

Ever dreamt of ditching your corporate gig to start your own creative agency? Emma, the brains behind Sparo Studios, did just that. Join us as we unravel Emma's journey from her childhood in prairies in Canada, to the bustling corporate world of Sydney, Australia to founding a thriving design agency. This isn't just a story of entrepreneurial coura…

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Lead with Confidence - How your clothes can transform your confidence in your job and life, with Anna from Anna Mabin Styling 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

28:57

Ever thought about how a wardrobe refresh could actually kickstart a positive shift in your life? Today I'm sharing my recent experiences with virtual stylist Anna from Anna Mabin Styling. Life threw me a series of curveballs, from health scares to the joys of new motherhood, and my closet was in desperate need of a revamp. In this chat, Anna break…

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Time to Take a Zero (or 200) – A Pause for the Podcast 6:55

1+ y ago6:55

6:55

The podcast is taking a massive hiatus in 2024! I will be back. If you’d like to be a guest on the podcast, leave a comment or email me at orangeblazepodcast at gmail and we can go from where. Thanks for listening over the years! Burnout how gotten hold of me and I need to reinvigorate my interest in the podcast with a long break. http://orangeblaz…

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94. An Ecological and Artistic Perspective of the Florida Trail | Claire ‘Sparrow’ Jarvis 1:04:55

1+ y ago1:04:55

1:04:55

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Claire Jarvis (@cjarv) As a nature lover, I am drawn to those who share the the wonders of Florida’s natural history as they document their hikes along the way. Claire’s Instagram account caught my eye well before their 2022 thru-hike and still captures my interest today even though they are no longer on…

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93. Freeing the Ocklawaha River and The Great Florida Riverway | Margaret Spontak 53:20

1+ y ago53:20

53:20

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Free the Ocklawaha (@freetheocklawaha) For several years now I have been following the news about the push to Free the Ocklawaha River from the Rodman Dam, first via the Florida Native Plant Society, and later through other entities in Florida. The idea intrigued me because the Rodman Reservoir and the K…

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Motivation Recharge: Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Back on Track 10:12

1+ y ago10:12

10:12

Low Motivation and Procrastination can be really great mates, particularly in my case. I always picture them sitting at a bar together and Motivation says, "Okay, it's probably time to do something." And Procrastination says, "Well, we could, let's just have one more drink." Today’s episode focuses on my recent dip in motivation and the science on …

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92. Ocean to Lake Trail Thru-Hiking, Adventure Racing, and Exploring Florida by Water | Hattie Spring 29:01

1+ y ago29:01

29:01

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hattie Spring (@searchingforspring) Earlier this year I put out a call for Ocean to Lake hikers to come on the podcast and share their stories so I could get their perspective on that segment of what isn’t really the Florida Trail but I think we’ve all come to think of it is as a special little piece of …

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The Next Generation of Leaders with Nicole Dyson 36:36

1+ y ago36:36

36:36

In today's world, the concept of career paths has transformed drastically. No longer is the question merely, what do you want to be when you grow up? Because the average 12 year old today will have 17 different jobs over five different careers. Back when I was at school, I had no idea that a profession like mine even existed. This episode interview…

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91. Thru-Hiking, LASHing, and Making Magic for Other Hikers | Josh ‘301’ Widdowfield 39:50

1+ y ago39:50

39:50

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josh Widdowfiled (@301hikes) Earlier this year I asked for folks who had hiked the Ocean to Lake Trail to reach out to me if they would like to share a bit about their experience on that trail for a short series wanted to do here on the podcast. Josh ‘301’ Widdowfield was one of those hikers who offered …

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Building Strong Teams: Interview Questions for Leaders (part 2) 7:52

1+ y ago7:52

7:52

In my business journey, spanning from human resources roles to executive leadership, entrepreneurship and consulting, I've honed the elusive art of interviewing. It's been a bit like discovering a superpower, useful not only for recruiting but also for everyday life. Picture this: my first interviews were more nerve-wracking than a rollercoaster ri…

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Building Strong Teams: Interview Tips for Leaders (part 1) 7:38

1+ y ago7:38

7:38

Today's show is a double whammy, a two-part series tailor-made for all you leaders out there, whether you're steering the ship in a big corporation or you're the captain of your own startup. We're diving headfirst into the wild world of interviews, and trust me, it's not just about asking "Tell me about your strengths and weaknesses." Nope, we're g…

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90. Completing Our National Scenic Trails | Jim Kern, Founder of the Florida Trail 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

50:24

I’ve been wanting to get Jim Kern, founder of the Florida Trail, back on this podcast since he was first on the podcast, the very first episode that launched the podcast in 2018. It took me a while but I finally made it happen. This episode is likely to stir up some thoughts and hopefully some positive conversations. I read Jim’s book Broken Promis…

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How Grown-Ups Grow Up: Exploring Vertical Development with Dr. Alis Anagnostaki 51:54

1+ y ago51:54

51:54

Welcome to today's leadership podcast episode, which marks the beginning of our exciting leadership interview series. In this series, we will be diving deep into the world of leadership by talking to leaders and specialists to shed light on the multifaceted concept of leadership. Our first guest is none other than Dr. Alis Anagnostakis. Alis and I …

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From Fridge Fiasco to Delegation Delight 3:21

1+ y ago3:21

3:21

Ever feel like you're stuck dealing with those mind-numbing, everyday tasks that almost drive you to pull your hair out? Oh boy, I've been there too. Just the other day, I had this whole drama with the fridge at one of my investment properties. It just decided to throw in the towel, and guess who had to scramble to find a replacement? Yep, yours tr…

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89. Ocean to Lake Trail Beginnings | Sandra Friend 1:01:14

1+ y ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Sandra Friend at Bronson State Forest, January 2020. Today’s podcast guest is Sandra Friend, someone you all should know well by now! If by some chance you are new to the podcast and new to Florida hiking, well this is your lucky day and you caught the right podcast to listen to! Sandra Friend and her partner John Keatley are the folks behind Flori…

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Caffeinated Leadership: Energising Underperformers (instead of firing them) 6:19

1+ y ago6:19

6:19

A delightful tale of my coffee machine woes and how professional tweaks can work wonders for your team. Imagine me, sipping my morning elixir, when I realize it doesn't taste heavenly anymore. Panic sets in—are my taste buds betraying me? Have I become immune to caffeine? But then, it hits me like a caffeine rush—I've got a coffee machine emergency…

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That time I made my team member cry 3:20

2y ago3:20

3:20

An embarrassing story of my time as a new manager. Even as I’m recording it I can’t believe I’m sharing it with you. I was in my early twenties, I was confident and competent, but on the inside I was worried that they might notice that I'd never led a team before, and would I be good enough? As a new leader, I thought it was my duty to deliver hard…

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88. Closing the Gaps on the Florida Trail | Royce Gibson, FTA Executive Director 44:16

2y ago44:16

44:16

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Florida Trail Association (@floridatrail) Episode 88’s guest is Florida Trail Association Executive Director, Royce Gibson. It’s been a while since I’ve had a representative from the FTA on the podcast and when I saw the latest campaign from the FTA, the Close the Gaps campaign, I knew I needed to get so…

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Losing my mars bars in Patagonia 3:44

2y ago3:44

3:44

I'm whisking you away (mentally!) to the awe-inspiring landscapes of Patagonia. Picture this: snow-capped peaks, icy blue lakes, and winds fierce enough to unseat a politician's toupee. Back in November 2019, I embarked on a thrilling hiking expedition through this wild wonderland. But Patagonia became more than a physical challenge; it became a ma…

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Lessons from my stroke 4:55

2y ago4:55

4:55

Five years have passed since my Vertebral Artery Dissection and Minor Stroke, marking a significant milestone in my journey. While lying in the hospital bed, I set an audacious goal for myself—to complete another half-ironman triathlon in just six months. However, the reality of my condition quickly set in. Simple tasks like walking down a corridor…

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