Covering Ground

Why having too many choices not only makes choosing more challenging, but how it can ultimately make us less happy in the long run. Fret not! It can get better.  Book: The Paradox of Choice by Dr. Barry Schwartz

This episode is all about reframing the way you think about your goals. We are often so focused on the outcome, and the linear path to get there, that any variant feels like failure. What if the pursuit of your goals, dreams, and aspirations could be an experiment? How would that change the way you work? How would that change the way you view outcomes? How would that change your thought process and the emotions that come along with pursuing a goal? LINKS:Ness Labs ArticleThink Again by Adam GrantCovering Ground Happy Hour 6/8One-on-One Coaching with Wheels

In this episode, Wheels shares her struggles with productivity anxiety, what it is, and how she has come to try to manage it. If you need help with anxiety or any other mental health issue, please check out:Headway for accessible therapy optionsThe New York State Psychiatric Institute Resident's Clinic for access to therapists and psychiatristsHeadspace for guided meditations.Wheels has no affiliation with those resources outside of being a patient/customer. 

In this minisode, Wheels shares her planning fallacy and how she has to respond to the calls of multiple projects at once, including ones she doesn't necessarily want to do but needs to. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Wheels sits down with writer, speaker, anti-racism and DEI coach, Chrissy King, to talk about her new and upcoming book, The Body Liberation Project. They discuss what the body positivity movement really is, what it's like leaving a full time job to become an entrepreneur, and the very unromantic process of writing a book.   Connect with Chrissy on instagram, and check out her DEI trainings at www.chrissyking.com.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Tread sesh, Wheels asks the question, are you ready, willing and able?  Follow Wheels on instagram: Personal | Covering GroundMusic: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Connect with Randi Zuckerberg:InstagramLinkedInZuckerberg InstituteZuckerberg MediaIf you'd like to join the goals workshop on January 9th, you can register HERE.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Want a new take on goal setting and planning? Join Wheels for A Better Way to Set Goals Workshop on Jan 9th!Register HERE. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Register for A Better Way to Set Goals Workshop HERE. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Want to join Wheels for A Better Way to Set Goals - Goal Setting Workshop? If you're someone who sets goals, but never really sticks with themIf you have high hopes for the new year, but ended up falling flat in FebruaryIf you've never taken time to sit down and set real tangible goals, because you don't know how , THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR YOU!  You're going to walk away with a new framework on how to set goals, a completely structured year with your own ambitious and acceptable outcomes, and a plan to combat all that life throws at you as you're trying to achieve those goals. Join Wheels January 9th from 12:00p - 3:00p EST. Register HERE. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Tijuana Ricks shares her story of making a living as an actor, writer, producer and director. She talks about how having hype people in her corner make all the difference, and also how a rising tide lifts all boats. You can find out more about Tijuana at www.tijuanaricks.com. Check out The Corps HERE. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Do you give the negative things in your life a lot more weight than the positive? If so, this tread's for you!Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels chats with Bixby Elliot, a Google lead by day, and an award winning theater, film, and television writer by night. They discuss the myth of the starving artist, how having less free time makes you more efficient and intentional with the time you do have, and how to stay even keeled with the good and the bad. Check out Bixby's work at www.bixbyelliot.com or on instagram @bixpixs.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

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In this special aftercast, Wheels shares her coaching conversation with Susan and Laura after their podcast session ended and showcases why it's so important to have coaches. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Wheels sits down with her coaches and creators of The Spark File, Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien, to talk all things creativity, business partnerships, communication, and owning your value. If you'd like to connect with Susan and Laura, you can check out their Annual New Year Creativity Kickoff on Jan 1 and 2nd. You can also tune into their podcast, The Spark File. Workshop: The Spark File New Year Creativity Kickoff!Listen: The Spark File PodcastRepresent: Spark File MerchMusic: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Tread, Wheels gives a reframe on comparison and how to get out of the ugly spiral. Best version of O Holy Night ever. Music: Joyride by SkandinavianzConnect with Wheels: wheels@amandawheeler.com

In this aftercast, Wheels shares her experience going back and editing a podcast from the first day she started recording. She talks about feeling like a 5 year old asking an adult questions and a first down she took from the expereince. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

Today's Covering Ground episode with Tony nominated playwright and screenwriter, Douglas Carter Beane, takes a twist as he does the asking first. Doug shares his story of growing up as a gay kid in Pennsylvania in the 70s, how he pushes through writers block and distractions, and how you don't have to wait to create theater.   Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels talks about how inspiration and information can be disguised forms of procrastination. Get ready to feel personally attacked, just like Wheels did when she realized she was using these things to put off doing the work. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Aftercast, Wheels shares what she learned from recording her first duo and how she would do the set up and tracks differently the next time 2 guests are on the show. She also shares what she's getting better at and expresses gravy boats of gratitude to all of those who are listening and for their feedback. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels sits down with her first duo, Adam Bell-Bastien and Jerome Bell-Bastien, OneUp Duo. They talk about growing up as gay kids in super conservative Christian communities and ex gay cults, and how that shaped where they are today. They discuss what it was like to come out on the national TV show, The Voice.  They also reminisce about moving to NYC and what thought it would be like verses reality. You can connect with OneUp Duo on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Check out their holiday hit single, Let Me Come Home, and all their music on iTunes. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels shares some tough love that she received early on from one of her mentors that has changed the way she approaches anything she wants to pursue. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Aftercast, Wheels takes an unexpected turn to some internal value contemplation after having the opportunity to talk with Jerry Mitchell. Hear her talk through in-the-moment processing and realizations. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels chats with legendary Broadway choreographer, Jerry Mitchell. They talk about growing up gay in Michigan and how people pleasing is an armor to hide behind when you're scared to be found out. Jerry talks about the creation of Broadway Bares and how something so beautiful and full of love was created out of the devastating AIDS epidemic. They also talk about how Jerry is the Snatched Captain and how he always shows up as a student. So many stories from Mr. Fullout! Connect with Jerry on Instagram. Donate to Broadway Cares Equity Fights Aids. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels shares how the idea of a First Down has changed the way she sees her process and progress, and has affected her overall wellbeing while pursuing goals. Connect HERE. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels talks about what went right, what went wrong, how she felt about interviewing Dorie Clark, and gives a peek behind the curtains creating a show. This was the first interview where she is promoting someone's physical product, so it's kind of different from the other shows. This is also the first interview where she has a facepalm moment. Connect with Wheels on instagram. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels sits down with Dorie Clark, who has been named one of the Top 50 business thinkers in the world by Thinkers50. She is a keynote speaker and teaches executive education at Duke University. She is also the Wall Street Journal  bestselling author of The Long Game, Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing You and Stand Out, which was named the #1 Leadership Book of the year by Inc. magazine. A former presidential campaign spokeswoman, she writes frequently for the Harvard Business Review. And she just wrote a friggin musical. Her new book, The Long Game, is a must read for any entrepreneur, solopreneur or creative. If you're interested in applying strategic thinking to your life or career, you can go to www.dorieclark.com/thelonggame and get a free self-assessment. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Tread, Wheels gives the challenge to "Unfollow 10," a challenge that one of her mentors, Jill Coleman, gave her years ago. Wheels talks about how, just like your social environment, your digital environment will shape your thoughts, feelings, actions, and behaviors. If you don't like what you see everyday, you could very well start to become the things that you don't like. If you have any breakthroughs or ah-ha's, share with Wheels at wheels@amandawheeler.com, or connect on instagram. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this aftercast, Wheels has a little change of pace, and instead of highlighting all the things she wishes would have been better, she chats about what she enjoyed during her interview with Tricia Paoluccio. Enjoy.  Connect with Tricia.Connect with Wheels.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode , Wheels sits down with Tricia Paoluccio, an actor, creator, and visual artist. Tricia shares her journey of becoming a working actor in New York and the ways she supported herself in the beginning stages. She also shares about how to find value and happiness in the process because the end result doesn't always bring the feelings we think they will. Check out her incredible art at www.triciapaoluccio.com. You can also connect with her on instagram at @modernpressedflower.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels shares her experience of checking an item off her bucket list and all the parallels that come with fantasizing about doing something vs reality after you make the decision. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Aftercast, Wheels shares her internal dialog :  doubt, feeling like she's doing a disservice to her interviewees because she's still not great at interviewing yet, and her "keep going" attitude. If you want to share what you're working on or what you're struggling with, you can connect with Wheels on instagram or shoot her an email at wheels@amandawheeler.com.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels sits down with Hunter Bell to get a behind the scenes look at his creative process and all that comes with it. They talk about the making of [Title of Show],  the vampires that show up in his head, and the way he insures he gets his work done, even when he doesn't feel like it. If you want to connect with Hunter, find him at @huntbell on instagram. You can also check out his new work, Other World, at the Delaware Theater Company. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In the episode, Wheels discusses the idea, who you surround yourself with is who you become. She touches on family, friends, coworkers, and teachers, and shares times when her social environment has influenced her in negative ways, including having to do community service. If you want to connect with Wheels, you can follow her on instagram or email her at wheels@amandawheeler.comMusic: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this aftercast, Wheels shares her frustrations with the sound snafus from Tyler's episode and also shares unedited vs edited clips to show, yet again, what the magic of editing can do! If you want to share your process, you can connect with Wheels on instragram.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels chats with Tyler Whitman, one of the star real estate agents on the TV show Million Dollar Listing New York. Tyler shares his story of being morbidly obese, losing 200 lbs and the emotional ups and downs that come with it, along with his addiction to alcohol and the spiral that led to his sobriety. He also shares his rough start in real estate, not having enough money to take cabs to showings, and the root system that he has developed over the years that is the foundation of all of his success thus far. Connect with Tyler on instagram @tylerwhitman, and catch him on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In the tread, Wheels revisits and expands upon the conversation about the dimmer vs the light switch she had with Tim Landicho. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, give it a whirl! Be sure to stay after to hear a mini aftercast about the tread!Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this aftercast, Wheels shows what can happen through the magic of editing. She shares an unedited clip from the podcast with Tim Landicho vs the edited clip to show that nothing is perfect.She shares thoughts on how everything you consume is edited or touched up in some capacity. If you are comparing yourself to someone's polished presentation, you are comparing yourself to something that isn't real.Connect with Wheels on INSTAGRAM or via email at wheels@amandawheeler.com.Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

The Tread is mini episode that explores a concept or idea that will help you gain traction in your behaviors, mindset, business, creations and life.The first episode is about practice. Wheels talks about how we practice the things we don't actually want to be good at, how laying new pathways in the brain is a lot like friendships, and how changing behaviors is like buying a new pair of jeans.If you want to share your takeaways or connect with Wheels, you can reach out at wheels@amandawheeler.com, or connect with her on instagram @coveringgroundpodast. *If you want to hang around for the aftercast, Wheels does a little dive on her first experience recording a solo sesh. Music: Joyride by Skandinavianz

In this Aftercast, Wheels shares what she's learning, very specific examples of vocal phrases and ticks that are engrained in her and the steps she is taking to improve those things. If you want to connect with her, check out @myfriendscallmewheels on instagram. Music: Joyride by Scandinavianz

In this episode, Erika and Wheels discuss how social media affects the day to day professionally and personally, how they sometimes show up better for strangers than they do for their partners, and ways they contemplate their inevitable mortality. Erika gives a behind the scenes look into her psychology before stepping out  to do a show and how she has learned to keep going in the performing industry. If you want to see what Erika is up to, you can follow her @erikahenningsen on instagram. 

Welcome to the Covering Ground Podacst!In this intro sesh, Wheels talks about who she is, her background, why she wanted to do this show and what to expect. Music: Joyride by Scandinavianz

In this episode, Wheels talks through her psychological experience, technical difficulties and reflects on her process creating this show as a newb. Shoshana was her first interview and there were many many lessons learned right out the gate. Music: Joyride by Scandinavianz

In her first interview, Wheels sits down with singer, songwriter, Broadway performer, multi-hyphenate badass, Shoshana Bean. They discuss the giant roster of things Shoshana is taking on and the fear, resistance, and ways of procrastinating that still show up after 2 decades of success. Connect with Shoshana on instagram @shobean.Music: Joyride by Scandinavianz