Hosted by Registered Dietitian Amber Pankonin, this podcast highlights the stories and struggles of entrepreneurs and busy people learning to live Healthy Under Pressure.
Cami Ryan, PhD is social and behavioral sciences lead for Bayer Crop Science. For over 25 years, Cami has worked in agriculture and ag sciences, most of that time as a public sector researcher. In her position with Regulatory Scientific Affairs (RSA), she is responsible for strengthening relationships and engaging with social, behavioral, and political scientists. Cami leverages an expanding scientific network in North America and around the world to more closely examine and understand policy, regulations, consumer behavior, and public acceptance of agricultural innovations. During this episode, we discuss the monetization of disinformation and how you can identify disinformation vs. misinformation.
Should I keep my groceries in the car for 3 days? Can I boost my immune system through food? How does keeping your groceries on the porch for 2 hours in the sunlight kill COVID-19? These are just a few of the questions I've received related to Coronavirus and food safety. In order to gain a better understanding about food safety and COVID-19, I sat down with Katie Karberg, a physician scientist. Dr. Karberg is a Medical Sciences Lead in Regulatory Scientific Affairs at Bayer Crop Sciences, based in St. Louis, MO. Her background is in medicine (M.D.) and microbiology (Ph.D., with an emphasis in microbial evolutionary genomics, especially understanding how genes in microbes move and evolve to cause disease). In her current role, she works with teams across the organization to assist with human safety strategy for pipeline projects. She also engages with members of the public, especially those in the medical and scientific communities, on the intersections of agriculture and health. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family (husband and 3-year-old daughter) and being in the outdoors, including gardening, hiking, and biking. During this episode, I spoke with Dr. Karberg about how consumers can stay healthy under pressure while grocery shopping, grabbing takeout or preparing food at home during the pandemic. Special thanks to Bayer Crop Science for sponsoring this conversation. To learn more, visit Bayer Crop Science or follow them on Twitter. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Hannah Esch is a full time college student, cattle producer and business owner at Oak Barn Beef. After learning about the loss of communication from farmer to the consumer, she decided she wanted to help bridge the communication gap about how food is produced by starting her own company focusing on direct to consumer beef. During this interview, we spoke about the challenges student entrepreneurs face and what it's like being a young female working in the cattle industry. You can connect with Hannah on Instagram and shop her online store at Oak Barn Beef. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Brandon Harpster CEC is a Chef-Instructor for the Great Plains Culinary Instituteat Southeast Community College and Executive Chef for all of the Single Barrel restaurant concepts. As a Chef and self-taught butcher who has spent his entire career in the hospitality industry, Brandon is credentialed through the American Culinary Federation as a Certified Executive Chef. Brandon was awarded Chef of the Year in 2013 by the Nebraska Restaurant Association, and has been included in Best Chefs America from 2013 to 2017. Brandon is also a Rational Certified Chef for Rational USA conducting trainings and sales presentations across the Midwest. If you want to connect with Brandon, follow him on Instagramor visit Single Barrel, Mulberry BBQor Bourbon Street. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
During this episode, Amber and Ben share what they have been up to this summer and what you can expect this fall from Healthy Under Pressure. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Before Chris Goforth became the Director of Marketing and Communications for History Nebraska, he was the Program Director at KFOR in Lincoln, Nebraska. After spending 15 years working in radio, he knew that he had to make a change. During this episode, Chris and I spoke about the benefits and challenges of his recent job change and how he stays healthy under pressure as a busy professional, husband and father. You can check out History Nebraska on Facebook and be sure to follow Chris on Twitter. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
With over 18 years experience in the food and nutrition industry, Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN is a Wall Street Journal best-selling cookbook author, leading dietitian and recipe developer who believes that healthy and wholesome can also be appetizing and delicious. During this interview, Toby and I spoke about her career journey, fad diets and how she stays healthy under pressure as a busy entrepreneur, mother and author. You can connect with Toby on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more information about her books, check this out. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
Eddie Dowd is currently the morning reporter at 1011 News in Lincoln, Nebraska. Born and raised in New York City, Eddie was eight years old when the towers fell. It was the spark that ignited his passion for broadcasting. On that day, the familiar face of Peter Jennings relaying the accounts of the event in a composed and professional manner helped a scared and confused boy cope with the chaos surrounding him. Like Jennings, he has tried to devote his life to informing the public in an attempt to give back what Jennings gave to him. During this episode, Eddie and I spoke about how he lost over 100 pounds while working his first job as a TV reporter and how he stays healthy under pressure as a young professional. You can follow Eddie on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
John Henry Müller makes things that make people happy. He is an independent designer with 18 years of professional experience. He helps his clients with brand/product strategy, experience design, and visual design. Before going independent, John Henry worked as a Design Director at Hudl. At Hudl, he focused on visual design spanning both product and brand design, with a team of over 30 designers. John Henry led the visual direction of Uniform (Hudl's design system). Before Hudl, John Henry was the design cofounder of a startup called Pack. Before that, he founded a design/dev consultancy called What Cheer. John Henry lives in Benson, Omaha, Nebraska with his wife, two daughters, dog, and two cats. He sits on the board of Maha—a conference and music festival. He was gluten-free before (and after) it was cool. During this conversation, John and I spoke about his career journey, life with Celiac disease and how he stays healthy under pressure as a busy husband, father and creative. You can follow John on Twitter and Instagram. Oh, and if you like nerdy things about productivity like me, you'll love this post he wrote. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
Jenna Braddock MSH, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT is a sports dietitian, trainer, business owner, educator, wife and mama. She owns two websites: MakeHealthyEasy.com which has a mission to share real life strategies for better health and fitness, and OffSeasonAthlete.com which exists to provide teen athletes and their parents with science based, credible training information to help them perform at their best now and into their future. She is also a nutrition and movement coach at the Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute where she helps people from around the globe reach their full potential. Most importantly, she is married to Brian a head high school football coach and spends a lot of time investing in the team, and is a mom to two boys, ages 5 and 7, who keep her life wild and very fun. She enjoys gardening, interesting red wines, outdoor adventures and her family. During this episode, Jenna and I spoke about her non traditional career path and what it means to stay healthy under pressure as a nutrition entrepreneur, wife and mother. Jenna and I also spoke about the Enneagram and how it could be a useful tool in Dietetic practice. You can check out Jenna's enneagram health survey and follow her on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
Tyler Sorensen is Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA with a degree in Nutrition, Exercise and Health Sciences. Today, Tyler works as a coach at Kratos Performance and Fitness in Lincoln, NE. He’s a husband, father of 2, and dog lover. After spending 10 years in the military and with 2 deployments, he has built a passion for helping people understand movement and performance after seeing fellow military members physically breakdown under the demands of job. Now he works with a mix of business owners, youth athletes, and general population to empower them with the tools to live healthy and active lifestyles. During this episode, Tyler and I spoke about how his military background inspired his future career path and how he stays healthy under pressure as a husband, father and busy health professional. You can connect with Tyler on Instagram either at @tSorensen246 or @FitDadGoodDad. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
Sara Miller is the Head of Global Strategic Communications & External Engagement for the Crop Science division of Bayer. In this role, she is responsible for global external communications to support the company’s reputation and the license to operate of the division. This including strategic messaging, media relations, issues communications, sustainability communications, advocacy programs, content marketing and consumer engagement. Previously, Sara was the Head of Global Communications and Marketing at Monsanto. In her role, Sara led her team in driving the development and execution of proactive internal and external communications and marketing strategies to support the company’s reputation and license to operate. This included the global strategies for executive and thought-leadership communications, employee communications, media relations, financial and M&A communications, technology communications, digital and content marketing. Prior to joining Monsanto in 2009, Sara worked at Anheuser-Busch in St. Louis. Sara received her Bachelor of Arts degree in marketing and corporate communications from Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri. She is a member of the Board of Directors for the Magic House, one of the country’s top children’s museums that provides hands-on learning experiences for children and families. Sara and her husband Dan live in the St. Louis area with their three young children, Price, Harrison and Catherine. During this episode, Sara and I spoke about her career journey and how she stays healthy under pressure as a busy professional, wife and mother. You can connect with Sara on Linkedin and Twitter. Special thanks to Bayer Crop Science for sponsoring this conversation. To learn more, visit Bayer Crop Science or follow them on Twitter. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
How do consumers stay healthy under pressure when it comes to food safety and pesticides? What exactly is the dirty dozen? During this interview, I sat down with Bill and Shawna to help answer these important questions and learn how this power couple stays healthy under pressure. About Bill.... Bill Reeves is the Global Health and Safety Issues Management Lead for the Agricultural Affairs and Sustainability team within Bayer’s Crop Science division. He earned his BS in biology from the University of Missouri and his PhD in toxicology from Texas A&M University. He has been with Bayer (initially Monsanto) since 2007, first in the Biotechnology Regulatory Affairs team making and defending regulatory submissions for drought tolerant corn and insect protected soybean. In 2014 Bill joined the Regulatory Policy and Scientific Affairs team as the Crop Protection Safety and Outreach Lead. In this role he was responsible for scientific outreach with academics, regulators, and the public about Bayer’s crop protection products. His current focus is on ensuring the accuracy of scientific information regarding the health and safety of products produced by Bayer’s Crop Science division. Prior to joining Bayer, Bill worked as a water quality regulator with California’s Environmental Protection Agency and as a human health and environmental risk assessor for a private consulting firm. About Shawna... Dr. Shawna Lemke leads Food Safety, Health and Nutrition Stakeholder Affairs as part Bayer US Crop Science’s Agricultural Affairs and Sustainability team. In this role, Shawna works with companies, food and health professionals, NGOs and other stakeholders across the food system on topics related to innovation in agriculture, safety, nutrition and environmental sustainability. Shawna has over 15 years of experience in product safety and nutrition in the agricultural and pharmaceutical industries. She has held roles in managing pre-clinical and clinical phases of drug development, and conducting nutritional and food safety evaluation of products. She led the clinical program to establish the nutritional value of soybean oil containing the omega-3 fatty acid, stearidonic acid (SDA). Prior to her current role, Shawna led the Toxicology and Nutrition Center at Monsanto, with oversight of human safety evaluation for crop protection chemicals and crops developed through biotechnology. Shawna was born in Southern California and raised in rural Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin- Green Bay and received a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Environmental Sciences. Shawna holds a PhD in Toxicology from Texas A&M University and completed post-doctoral training in Human Nutrition at UC-Davis. You can connect with Shawna and Bill on Linkedin. You can also connect with Bill on Twitter. Special thanks to Bayer Crop Science for sponsoring this conversation. To learn more, visit Bayer Crop Science or follow them on Twitter. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Kelly Bristow is a Registered Dietitian who connects food and nutrition professionals with agriculturalists to create advocates and defenders of modern agriculture. She manages Bayer’s L.E.A.D. Network of dietitians promoting the science behind tools like pesticides and gene editing in today’s food supply. Kelly’s background includes one-on-one counseling in an out-patient setting, nutrition education, and school food service. Her enthusiasm for agriculture grew while working as Nutrition Educator with St. Louis District Dairy Council where she worked alongside dairy farmers supporting teaching consumers about the benefits of dairy. Kelly’s passion continued to grow while working with a local school district supporting child nutrition through school meals. Kelly directed the school district’s farm-to-school program where she educated students and members of the community about where food comes from, how food is grown, and the importance of eating more fruit and vegetables. Kelly and her husband live in the city with their three year-old son, Ben. She enjoys cooking, spending time outside, or taking advantage of all the great things the city has to offer! During this conversation, I spoke with Kelly about how a supportive team at home and work help her stay under pressure as a busy young professional and mother. You can connect with Kelly on Twitter, Linkedin and Instagram. Special thanks to Bayer Crop Science for sponsoring this conversation. To learn more, visit Bayer Crop Science or follow them on Twitter.
Janice Person aka @JPlovesCOTTON is online engagement lead for Bayer Crop Science. In this role, Janice has been actively connecting with people in the food & Ag tribes and helping both better understand modern agriculture. Handling contentious issues frequently plays a part but she doesn’t let it stress her out any more. During this conversation, Janice and I spoke about how building relationships helps her stay healthy under pressure. You can connect with Janice on Twitter and Instagram. Be sure to check out her blog JPlovesLife and JPlovesCotton. Special thanks to Bayer Crop Science for sponsoring this conversation. To learn more, visit Bayer Crop Science or follow them on Twitter. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Randy and Jan Bretz have been married for 51 years and are passionate about building community. Randy is aTEDx Curator, professor, communicator and civic activist. Jan is a former high school teacher and now a professional speech coach. During this conversation, I spoke with them about how they've managed to stay healthy under pressure after 51 years of marriage and what advice they have for entrepreneurs and busy people who never want to retire. You can connect with Randy on Linkedin or Twitter. You can connect with Jan on Linkedin. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Monte and Lisa Froehlich own and operate several businesses including US Property located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Today, U.S. Property manages 300 residential units and more than 1.3 million square feet of commercial space. The portfolio also consists of five HomeBase Storage locations, Pemberly Place Senior Living and Boiler Brewing Company. During this episode, I spoke with Monte and Lisa about how they met and how they have managed to keep their marriage healthy under pressure while raising children and owning multiple businesses. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Dan and Tamara Sloan own and operate The Mill Coffee and Tea in Lincoln, Nebraska. During this conversation, I spoke with Dan and Tamara about how they met, what it's like running a business with a spouse and how they stay healthy under pressure. Be sure to follow The Mill Coffee and Tea on Instagram and like them on Facebook. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
Samara Sterling Ph.D. is the Research Director at the Peanut Institute and is known for being a Nutrition Scientist and Health Educator with expertise in the use of plant-based nutrition for the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. Prior to joining The Peanut Institute, Dr. Sterling worked as a researcher on a National Cancer Institute study where she studied the effects of nut consumption on health outcomes in a rural community. She has also served as a nutrition consultant for various community-based research projects in Alabama. During this episode, Dr Sterling and I discuss plant-based diets and how eating peanuts can help entrepreneurs and busy people stay healthy under pressure. Special thanks to the Peanut Institute for sponsoring this conversation. You can connect with the Peanut Institute on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Be sure to follow Amber on Twitter.
When most middle schoolers dream about what they want to be when they grow up, they have ideas that are often far different from where they end up. That wasn't the case with Brian Klintworth, who decided in middle school that he wanted to be an accountant. Fast forward about fifteen years, Brian is now a CPA at HBE LLP in Lincoln, where he specializes primarily in tax and consulting work. His background growing up around small businesses in Seward helped him realize that those are the kinds of clients he really enjoys serving. Brian may not be an entrepreneur himself, but he works with a quite a few at his job. He loves pretty much everything to do with accounting and enjoys talking about accounting and helping business owners understand their accounting, make the appropriate tax-related decisions, plan effectively for the future, and think through financial decisions. During this conversation, Brian and I spoke about financial health and how he stays healthy under pressure as a young professional during tax season. Follow Brian on Instagram or connect with him on Linkedin. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
Mozart Dixon was raised in Lincoln, NE and currently serves as the co-Lead planter and pastor of Citylight Lincoln Church. Moe primarily focuses on the vision, leadership development, and city engagement of the church. Outside of this, Moe loves spending his time as the husband to Colleen and father of their 4 children. Moe has a passion to love his family and his city well. During this episode, Mozart and I spoke about the similarities between startup founders and church planters, how to heal in the midst of tragedy, and how he stays healthy under pressure as a husband, father and leader. You can connect with Moe and CityLight Lincoln Church on Facebook. Be sure to check out the CityLight Lincoln podcast for sermons from Moe and other pastors at CityLight Lincoln Church. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
Matthew Helt is the Global Director of Techstars Startup Week, an event that catalyzes and celebrates startup ecosystems all around the world. To do this, he works with grassroots organizers to bring the event to cities large and small. In addition to his community building work, Matthew is also an advocate for mental health awareness and volunteers as an advisor for Open Labs, an organization seeking to end the stigma of mental illness. Having struggled with a lifetime of mental illness himself, he now speaks about the importance of founders seeking help right away to avoid the problems he encountered. During this episode, we spoke about a recent blog post that Matt wrote and how he stays heathy under pressure while encouraging startup founders. You can connect with Matt on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
This New Year's episode features my friend and author, Michelle DeRusha. During this episode, Michelle and I discuss the inspiration for her new book, social media comparisons and how she stays healthy under pressure as a Christian author and freelance writer. Be sure to pick up a copy of Michelle's new book and connect with Michelle on her blog, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Special Thanks to Micah Yost and MethodMark for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow Micah and Amber on Twitter.
A Social Christmas Carol Under Pressure written by Alexander Lahargoue. During this episode, our team at Healthy Under Pressure and Social Assurance are staying healthy under pressure by celebrating the holiday season with a special audio drama. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Full Music Credits can be found here: https://wp.me/p2I4rW-xg
Special thanks to the Calorie Control Council for sponsoring this episode. All opinions are my own. Hello Friends, Tis the season for the hustle and bustle of the Holidays! During this episode, I provide my personal tips and tricks for how to stay healthy under pressure throughout the holidays. Special events include: The office Holiday Party The client cocktail party Traveling over the Holidays Want more information about how you can stay healthy under pressure during the Holiday season? Be sure to check out these resources from the Calorie Control Council. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram.
During this episode, Ben and I talk about the increased demand for mental health services on college campuses. I also share my tips for how students can stay healthy under pressure during finals week which include getting: Sleep Eating Regular Meals Physical Activity This episode also features an interview with UNL Dietetic Intern and Graduate Student, Nicole Vencil. I spoke with Nicole about how she stays healthy under pressure as a grad student and future Registered Dietitian. Resources mentioned during this episode: Calorie Control Council : Top Reasons Why Americans Want To Lose Weight Resources for Resiliency at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Special thanks to the Calorie Control Council for sponsoring this episode. All opinions are my own. Follow the show on Instagram.
Amee Yost is proud to be a Nebraska native, born and raised in Omaha. She currently works as the founder of a soon-to-be-named coaching company that helps clients downsize and declutter. Amee blogs about simplicity, decluttering, and community development on Medium. Outside of this, Amee spends much of her time as a mom to two busy grade school aged kids. She is the wife of an entrepreneur who currently operates two startups, Method Mark & Populus. Amee has a passion to serve her neighborhood, friends, and church by building community. During this episode, Amee and I discuss the challenges of being married to an entrepreneur and how she stays healthy under pressure through the ups and downs. You can check out her advice for entrepreneurial families here or listen to her husband's episode here. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Jill Moline started working in her parent's grocery store in 1979. While following her husband, Brad's career changes, she worked for the Lenexa, KS Chamber of Commerce, sold office supplies in Kansas City, and was a member of an artist cooperative in KC until returning to her favorite job as a grocery checker. In 2002, Jill and her husband returned to Imperial, Nebraska and Jill purchased her parent’s business. Today Jill is the owner and operator of Canopy Street Market in Lincoln, Nebraska which opened in August of 2018. Most recently, Jill was awarded the Trailblazer Award from the Downtown Lincoln Association. During this conversation, Jill and I spoke about how she stays healthy under pressure managing multiple grocery stores and how she and her husband balance work and marriage. You can connect with Canopy Street Market on Facebook and Instagram. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Rosanne is an internationally recognized nutrition expert and author with a passion for facts. She helps consumers turn confusion into clarity, and mistrust into confidence. A researcher and writer at heart, Rosanne created her blog, Chew the Facts© (www.chewthefacts.com), to help consumers decipher nutrition fact from myth, so they can relax and enjoy eating for better health. Rosanne founded Rust Nutrition Services (www.rustnutrition.com), providing nutrition communications consulting to the food industry and science-based-medicine organizations. She is the co-author of several books in the For Dummies® consumer series including DASH Diet For Dummies®, The Glycemic Index Cookbook for Dummies® and The Calorie Counter Journal For Dummies®. You can follow Roseanne on Twitter or connect with her on linkedin. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Devon Seacrest started his first business at the ripe age of 13 which was focused on creating clothing for Beanie Babies in the 90's. Today he is the co-founder and President of Scoutsheet, a software tool that uses relationship mapping for sales prospecting. During this episode, Devon and I spoke about his career journey and how he stays healthy under pressure by establishing good routines which include physical activity, meditation, healthy eating and spending time with his son. We also spoke about the difference between advice and data and why it's important to not compare yourself or your business to others. You can connect with Devon on linkedin. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and Wednesday, October 10th is World Mental Health Day. This episode takes a look back at how some of our favorite guests stay healthy under pressure and what we've learned because of hosting this podcast. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook. Connect with Amber on Twitter and Instagram. Connect with Ben on Twitter and Instagram.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Robyn Flipse is the founder of Nutrition Communication Services, a business she established in 2001 to provide a fresh perspective to the rapidly expanding coverage of food, nutrition and diet news in the world today. Robyn’s expert opinions and commentary have been featured in national broadcasts on ABC-News, Dateline NBC and FOX News Channel and in publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post and USA Today. She brings to the position over 40 years of experience as a counselor, teacher, writer and media spokesperson in addition to her credentials as a cultural anthropologist. Robyn graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics, then went on to earn a Master of Science degree in human nutrition and dietetics and a Master of Arts degree in cultural anthropology from Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey. Her areas of expertise include the cultural forces shaping food fads and diet cults, the science behind no and low calorie sweeteners and their impact on health and weight management, and agricultural innovations to meet growing global food needs. During this episode, Robyn and I spoke about how she stumbled into the world of entrepreneurship and how she stays healthy under pressure by networking and giving back through volunteering. You can connect with Robyn on Twitter and Instagram. Special thanks to the Calorie Control Council for sponsoring this episode. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Researcher, entrepreneur and high‐touch futurist, Dr. Connie Reimers‐Hild helps leaders and organizations reach their desired futures through strengths‐based innovation and strategic foresight. She currently serves as Interim Executive Director and Chief Futurist of the Rural Futures Institute at the University of Nebraska, and she is the founder of Wild Innovation, a consulting and coaching firm serving more than 70 clients that include rural hospital leaders in Nebraska to businesses with a $20 million plus global footprint. Her research, experiences and education in both the hard and human sciences allow her to see how our exponentially high-tech world must balance with humanity in terms of leadership and life. In total, her digital publications have been downloaded by 3,300 institutions more than 70,000 times throughout 175 countries. During this conversation, Dr. Connie and I discussed what being a futurist means to her and how she stays healthy under pressure as a busy professional, team leader, podcaster and mother. You can connect with Dr. Connie on Twitter and listen to her podcast, The Rural Futures Podcast. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Matt Secoske was 12 years old when he got his first computer. After breaking and reinstalling the operating system, he was addicted to solving technical problems. Today Matt is the co-founder of Social Assurance and the architect of the Social Assurance platform. He has extensive experience in payment processing transaction systems with ACI and has served as the lead architect for healthcare software systems. During this episode, I spoke with Matt about how launching a startup impacted his health and why he decided it was time to make a change. I also spoke with Matt about how he met his business partner and how they have been able to overcome difficult personal and business challenges. You can connect with Matt on Twitter or connect with him on linkedin. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Brian Ardinger is the founder of Inside Outside Innovation, which is a community for movers, shakers, founders, builders and doers. For over 25 years Brian has been helping entrepreneurs and innovators navigate and compete in a world of change and disruption. Whether serving as a technology consultant, international innovation specialist, economic developer or researcher, Brian's passion has always been working on exciting projects with amazing people to create remarkable results. During this episode, I spoke with Brian about his career journey, podcasting and all the great events he is planning such as the IO Summit and Intersect events. You can connect with Brian on linkedin, Twitter, and Facebook. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Growing up in a small Nebraska town, Bill Udell has spent the last couple of decades finding ways to build cool things with his buddies. In that time his circle of “buddies” has grown and the “cool things” have morphed from building software platforms to building communities and ecosystems of software engineering, corporate innovation, and entrepreneurship. Today, Bill is the "Integrator" at Don't Panic Labs in Lincoln, Nebraska. During this episode, I spoke with Bill about his career journey and how he stays healthy under pressure with running, good nutrition and leading by example. You can follow Bill on Twitter and Instagram. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
When most high schoolers were out with their friends, Brett Byman was busy cleaning bathrooms along the interstate with his parents. Raised by entrepreneurs, Brett had a very realistic view of what entrepreneurship looked like and what it means to run your own business. And when most of his friends were looking for jobs after college, Brett found himself creating jobs as the CEO of Nobl Health. Today Brett is the co-founder and COO of BasicBlock, a transportation marketplace that leverages smart contracts on the blockchain to provide unprecedented trust between all stakeholders. During this episode, Brett and I spoke about how stress impacts performance and how reading, good nutrition and getting outside helps him stay healthy under pressure. You can connect with Brett on Twitter or Linkedin. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Registered dietitian nutritionist, Liz Weiss, MS, RDN, has been passionate about healthy food and family nutrition for well over two decades. Helping families discover the joy of wholesome and delicious food is not just her job—it’s her mission. As the mother of two grown children, Liz advocates a real food approach to feeding families. Liz is the voice behind the family food podcast and blog, Liz’s Healthy Table. She has written several cookbooks including No White with Dinner, The Moms' Guide to Meal Makeovers, and the playful new coloring e-book series, Color, Cook, Eat! Liz is a contributor to Today’s Dietitian RDLounge, and she brings more than 25 years of professional speaking experience to the podium for both the public and health professional audiences. Liz was a producer and reporter for CNN’s Nutrition News unit from 1987 to 1992 and is best known for her recent work as the cofounder of the online platform, Meal Makeover Moms. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and two of their practices groups: Food & Culinary Professionals and Nutrition Entrepreneurs. Liz lives in New England with her family. During this episode, I spoke with Liz about her career journey and the pressure of being a media Dietitian. Be sure to like Liz's Healthy Table on Facebook, follower her on Twitter, and follow her on Instagram. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Keith Fix started his first business when he was in third grade selling erasers for 5 cents. Today he is the co-founder and CEO of Retail Aware. During this conversation, Keith and I talked about his entrepreneurial journey and the physical and emotional challenges that arise when launching and selling a business. You can read Keith's medium post HERE and be sure to connect with him on Twitter or Instagram. You can also follow Retail Aware on Twitter. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Sarah Donnelly is a Marketing Specialist and Graphic Designer at Social Assurance. After graduating from college in December of 2017, Sarah accepted a full time position with the company and made the decision to move to Kansas City. In the first half of this episode, I spoke with Sarah about the transition from college to working full time for a startup and how she stays healthy under pressure by focusing on her faith, dance and spending time with others. During the second half of this episode, Sarah and I discussed the events of August 14th, 2017. At the time, Sarah was interning for Social Assurance and was housesitting and watching our dogs while we were in Europe. Just moments after Sarah had returned from taking her cousins out for ice cream to celebrate the first day of school, the neighbor's home exploded. The explosion caused damage to 43 homes in our neighborhood and later killed my neighbors who were both inside at the time of the explosion. Sarah's thoughtfulness, care and perception of life's events is wise beyond her years. I spoke with Sarah about how life's transitions affect us, whether expected or not, how we process them and how we move forward. You can connect with Sarah on Twitter or Instagram. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Consider this a bonus episode. During this episode, Ben and I discuss our favorite takeaways from episode 36 and also highlight what you can look forward to in August. I also spoke with Ben about the concept of microrecovery and what that means to him and how it can apply to entrepreneurs and busy people.
Marianne Worthington is the founder of Work Warrior, a company that helps managers be rockstars, and in 2018 decided to launch her second brand, Sequins and Superheroes, helping people manage themselves, and become the hero of their own story. Before deciding to go out on her own, Marianne spent over a decade in corporate America as a manager. During that 10 years she jokes that there were “a lot of blood, sweat, and tears…and often times those things mixed together and made quite a mess.” But she discovered people can learn to be a good managers, but not if they can’t manage themselves, their fears, their biases, or their emotions. In this episode, I spoke with Marianne about toxic work environments, the #METOO movement, and the different between self-care and human maintenance. You can connect with Marianne on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also view Marianne's Tedx talk HERE. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
John Fulwider, PhD is a professional EOS® Implementer and Founder at gear80. He helps entrepreneurs and their leadership teams clarify, simplify, and achieve their vision. During this conversation, I spoke with John about his business and why bootstrapping your health might not be enough when it comes to managing your mental and physical health. You can connect with John on Linkedin. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Taylor Siebert is a husband, father and entrepreneur. During this episode, I spoke with Taylor about his career journey and his love for EdTech. We also discussed his passion for social media, digital citizenship and how he stays healthy under pressure as a content creator and busy entrepreneur. You can connect with Taylor on Twitter or Instagram. Curious about The Content Generation podcast? Check it out on iTunes. Please subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Christina Oldfather is the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship for the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED) based in Lincoln, Nebraska. She plays an active role in the local startup community by recruiting and mentoring teams for the NMotion accelerator program. In this episode, I spoke with Christina about the local startup community and how she stays healthy under pressure as a busy professional, active mother and part-time Jazzercise instructor. You can connect with Christina on Twitter, Instagram or Linkedin. You can also learn more about the Nmotion accelerator on their website or check them out on Facebook. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Registered Dietitian and nutrition communications consultant, Neva Cochran, partners with food, nutrition and agricultural organizations to promote positive, accurate, scientific-based nutrition messages. By encouraging people to “eat beyond the headlines,“ she champions enjoyment of eating, not fear of food. During this episode, Neva and I discuss her career journey and how she stays healthy under pressure by giving back to the next generation of Dietitians. You can follow Neva on Twitter, Instagram or connect with her on Facebook. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Laurie Baedke is a speaker, author, and consultant with broad experience building companies, and leading organizational change. Laurie has specific expertise in entrepreneurship, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, and strengths based leadership. Laurie also holds a faculty appointment at Creighton University’s Heider College of Business, where she serves as director of the Executive MBA in Healthcare Management program. During this episode, Laurie and I talk about how she stays healthy under pressure by curating her circle of people and why she believes it's important to be comfortable being uncomfortable. You can connect with Laurie on Twitter or Linkedin. And be sure to check out her website for more information on her upcoming podcast! Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Corey Spitzer is the Co-founder and Chief Architect of ScoreVision, a software company based in Omaha, Nebraska. Having worked in tech for nearly two decades, he knows all too well the stresses and unhealthy habits of fast-paced, high pressure environments. In this episode, I spoke with Corey about how he stays healthy under pressure as a busy parent, software developer and business owner. To get in touch with Corey, you can follow him on Twitter or connect with him on Linkedin. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Aaron Davis is a thought leader and expert in the area of attitude and how it impacts every area of your professional and personal life. As a motivational speaker, he equips audiences with tips, tools and techniques on how to utilize the power of a champion attitude. But what happens when a motivational speaker feels a lack of motivation? During this episode, Aaron and I discuss how he got started with his career and how learning to grieve impacted his health, career and attitude. You can check out 60 Seconds with Aaron on Facebook or follow him on Twitter. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Melissa Joy Dobbins is an award winning, nationally recognized food and nutrition expert, media spokesperson, speaker, blogger and podcaster with more than 20 years’ experience and a proven track record of providing real solutions for real people so they can enjoy their food with health in mind. During this episode, Melissa and I discuss her career journey and how she stays healthy under pressure as a busy wife and mother, Registered Dietitian and entrepreneur. You can check out Melissa's podcast or connect with her on Twitter or Instagram. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
Levi Nelson is the Chief Experience Officer at Find Your Grind, where he builds products to enlighten students and teachers to the unconventional careers of the 21st century. Before that he was a Product Designer at Hudl and Travefy. As a dedicated husband and father of three, he's passionate about solving meaningful problems at a sustainable pace while fighting against workaholic culture. You can follow Levi on Twitter or connect with him on LinkedIn. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, follow Healthy Under Pressure on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
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