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Send us a Text Message.In celebration of the Summer Olympics, we're reprising some past episodes featuring guests who have been there!  Sue Humphrey says she was a "not very good" athlete growing up--but she loved sports, and she found her niche early: as a teenager she started helping other athletes.  She excelled at coaching track and field, and worked her way up to college coaching (experiencing the beginning of Title IX), and eventually the international stage--although the field wasn't always welcoming to a young woman.  At the 1992 and 1996 Olympics, Sue was a member of the coaching staff for USA's Track and Field team--and in 2004, she became head coach, dealing with everything from overseeing schedules to taking media calls in the middle of the night asking about athletes' drug tests.  Sue shares what it's like to coach at the Olympics (the glamour of napping under a table on the field, for example), the importance of developing rapport with athletes, and what to do when an athlete is disappointed in a performance.  In this episode:What's required of a Head Coach of an Olympic track and field team (03:00)The value of developing rapport with your elite athletes (08:45)Coalescing competitors into teammates (12:45)Olympic coaches vs. personal coaches (15:52)Experiencing the Opening Ceremonies (and what Sue did during Closing Ceremonies)(18:44)A typical day at the Olympics for Sue (24:16)Sue's complaints with the current NCAA and elite coaching systems (27:15)Her thoughts on being an Olympic coach vs. college coach vs. age-group coach (30:52)What makes her so successful? Coaching philosophy (31:56)How to help athletes who are disappointed with their performances (34:47)Sue's path to coaching (37:43)Want to know more about Sue?Connect with her on Instagram: sue.humphrey.32 Find her on Facebook: Sue HumphreyTweet at her on Twitter: humphreyhjSend her an email :sue@goldmedalcoaches.com or humphreyhj@gmail.comWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the Show.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In celebration of the Summer Olympics, we're reprising some past episodes featuring guests who have been there!  Justin Spring went from tumbling around his neighborhood to later winning NCAA gymnastics titles and eventually earning a place on the 2008 Olympic team.  The road getting there had its share of twists and turns (pun intended), including a slew of injuries leading up to the Olympics.  Justin shares behind-the-scenes stories of his journey, from the lowest moment in his gymnastics career (when he had to army-crawl to his coach's room due to excruciating pain); to the mental techniques he relied on to get his body back into shape; to what life was really like in the Olympic Village.  Justin is now a college gymnastics coach (formerly for the University of Illinois men; now for the University of Alabama women).  We learn about pressure, expectations, why men's gymnastics is losing popularity (and college teams) in the U.S., and why competing for "perfect 10s" makes women's gymnastics much more entertaining. In this episode:Why gymnastics is such a difficult sport (05:47)How gymnastics suited Justin's personality (08:20)Thoughts about pursuing the Olympics and gold medals (09:26)Justin's many injuries (15:06)The importance of mental training in recovery (15:58)His journey through injuries to the Olympic Trials (19:30)The darkest moment of Justin's career (21:32)The underdog story at the 2008 Olympics (25:07)What the Olympic experience was like (31:06)The state of men's gymnastics in the US (34:04)What's happening in collegiate sports (36:05)Thoughts on coaching (41:42)Want to know more about Justin?Follow him on Instagram: springerzzFind him on Twitter: @justinspring Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the Show.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In celebration of the Summer Olympics, we're reprising some past episodes featuring guests who have been there!  Photographer Jeff Cable has had a front-row seat at the past seven Olympic Games--although his seat is cluttered with cameras, lenses, and laptops.  As the photographer for the United States Olympic Committee, Jeff has an all-access pass to any event he chooses.  In this episode, he shares: how he edits 2600 images down to 10 in a matter of minuteshow social media has changed the pace of his jobhow he stays focused (literally and figuratively) from 9:00 am to 2:00 am every day for nearly three weeks straightwhat Simone Biles and her teammates were talking about in those minutes before the world knew why she pulled out of the Tokyo 2020 Gamesthe best angles to shoot a water polo gamehow photographers deal with bathroom breaks (or the lack thereof) in the middle of certain eventsthe importance of mastering the Olympic shuttle bus systemand much more.There's a whole lot more to photographing Team USA than just settings and shutter speeds.  It's an exciting, exhausting gig, and Jeff approaches each Olympics like it's his one and only.Want to know more about Jeff?follow him on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffcablephotography/read his blog: https://blog.jeffcable.com/check him out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeffcablephoto Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the Show.Support the Show.

Interest in "tiny living" is getting bigger.  But what is it, really--what are the benefits, and what do you sacrifice by "going small"?  Tiny house enthusiast Laura Lynch shares what inspired her to trade in her 2300-square-foot house for a home about one-fifth that size; the process of downsizing  ("do you own your stuff,  or does your stuff own you?"); and the wonderfully supportive "tiny" community (of people living in not just small homes, but also vans, schoolies, RVs, and more).  Laura also is a financial planner and helps others with the practical matters involved in transitioning their lifestyles.  Going tiny gave Laura the freedom and opportunities to follow her passions--which she never would have had if she'd been locked in to paying off her big house for years and years. Laura is the host of a podcast called "Less House, More Moola."In this episode:02:06--What is tiny living?05:21--The benefits of having less space07:46--The process of downsizing: why do I get value out of these things?11:55--Reasons why people "go tiny": finances, sustainability, simplicity, lifestyle, the housing shortage14:43--Luxury elements included some tiny homes15:36--Legalization of building tiny homes18:50--People of all ages are going tiny21:12--Focus on your values: what is really important to you?25:03--Traits common to most tiny living enthusiasts26:41--What Laura misses from her big house; comparing living in her big house to her tiny houseWant to know more about Laura?Check out her website: https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetinyhouseadviser/Touch base on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesshousemoremoolapod/Link up on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinyhouseadviser/Listen to her podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@lesshousemoremoolapodWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube! Go to https://www.youtube.com/@WhatItsLikeToPodcastSign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

We're revisiting a popular episode from our archives this week!  It's not easy to get to the top of the world.  It takes a lot of training and determination, a willingness to endure pain and suffering--and no small amount of luck.  Even the most prepared climber can confront a deadly avalanche or fatal turn in the weather.Our guest, Jeff Gottfurcht, was the first person ever to summit the tallest mountain in the world--Mt. Everest--with rheumatoid arthritis.  Hear his incredible tales of ten years of training (including climbing all of the world's biggest mountains); what a climber eats, sleeps, and wears on Everest (you'll never believe Jeff's diet!); what happened on his summit ascent in a -20 degree windstorm; and what it's like to sit at the highest point on earth.Jeff also shares the lessons that have shaped his life that he learned while he was "dancing with fate" on Mt. Everest.Want to learn more about Jeff?Check out his company's website: cyberdive.coWant to know more about What It's Like To...?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List! Go to whatitsliketo.netFollow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Lots of people say they “like to travel”... but most probably can't claim they're “travel addicts.” Karen Gershowitz has earned that title by visiting more than 95 countries–many of them numerous times!  She's worked her career around traveling, and is now a travel writer. She has also published two books about her travels. In this episode Karen shares tales from her adventures and gives tips all travelers can use to have authentic experiences--from taking public transportation, to eating at communal tables with locals, to the benefits of "getting lost."In this episode:01:50--How and why Karen found a career to support her travel habit02:48--The genesis and growth of Karen's love of travel04:47--Tips for finding your way in a new town (take public transportation, sit at communal tables)08:37--The beauty of allowing yourself to get lost and pivoting when things go "wrong"12:40--Karen's thoughts on planned itineraries vs. being spur of the moment15:08--Plan your trip around what you love (food, sports, art, history, etc.)17:39--Be curious about a place and about people18:39--Test case: planning a trip for a fictitious traveler24:39--Tips for traveling in non-English-speaking countries26:30--Thoughts on traveling solo vs. with friends vs. with groups27:55--Journaling while traveling30:30--Places Karen would like to visit, and places she never wants to return 34:42--Tips for dealing with jet lag37:20--Becoming a travel writer (books and articles)Want to know more about Karen?Find links to all of her books and articles at her website: https://karengershowitz.com/home/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube! Go to https://www.youtube.com/@WhatItsLikeToPodcastSign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

EJ Snyder has spent 206 days in very tough, uncompromising environments, having to create his own shelters, forage for food, and keep warm in the elements--all in the nude.  EJ--a.k.a. "Skull Crusher"--is an extreme survivalist, and has appeared six times on the reality television show "Naked and Afraid" (as well as other shows). So are reality shows really as challenging as they look? Do the crews ever help out struggling contestants?  EJ shares all the dirt (so to speak), and gives lots of practical tips about how we all can survive extreme situations. After all, even those of us who never plan to spend days or weeks in the bush may find ourselves in a hurricane or blizzard--or, as EJ likes to say, a "zombie apocalypse!"  In this episode:02:09--How EJ got into the Army, and how that led him to "Naked and Afraid"04:41--Why naked?06:19--EJ's major "concerns" in the wild, + the four pillars of survival08:49--Are reality shows rigged? Are they really struggling as much as it appears?12:28--Dealing with the camera crew13:14--The beauty of vulnerability, even for "alpha males"14:01--Story behind the nickname "Skull Crusher"16:23--Why survival skills are important for everyone, not just adventurers20:34--What really surprised EJ from doing "Naked and Afraid"22:37--Losing weight--and what he ate--on the show25:30--How to keep warm in the wild28:19--Why we all need to know survival skills32:18--How EJ's childhood affected who he becameWant to know more about EJ?Find him at his website: www.ejsnyder.com Follow him on Instagram: @ejsnyder333Tweet him on Twitter/X: @ejsnyder333 Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube! Go to https://www.youtube.com/@WhatItsLikeTo2023 Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn0R4QUbhXAo42HAmQAnm7Support the show

Todd Jones has crashed into walls, been punched in the face, flown through the air,  tumbled down stairs, and fallen off high buildings, numerous times--willingly.  He is a professional stuntman for movies and television shows.  Todd also is a strongman: among other things, he holds a Guinness World Record for "hearting" horseshoes (bending steel with his hands).  Think all of this sounds almost impossible?  Todd says he's not superhuman--he has simply worked hard and not given up: the secret to his success is perseverance.  In this episode:01:56--How and why Todd transitioned from acting to stunt work02:39--What he learned at "stunt school"--including getting set on fire04:35--How to land correctly from a fall06:28--Todd's first stunt gig08:10--His role on "The Newsroom" that kick-started his career10:53--A typical day on set12:30--The two biggest stunts Todd has ever done on screen17:29--The qualities needed to be a stunt person21:08--What his family thinks watching him on screen22:26--How Todd got started bending steel 25:29--The process of setting a Guinness World Record for "hearting" horseshoes27:33--The power of perseverance: how and why Todd came to believe this so deeply32:46--As you reach your goals, keep setting the bar higher: what else can I do?33:24--How Todd stays in shape34:38--The work schedule of a professional stunt person: "consistently inconsistent"As promised in the episode, here is a link to the episode of "The Newsroom" in which Todd appeared with Jeff Daniels: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2052565/?ref_=nm_rvi_nm_i_1Want to know more about Todd?Find him on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toddryanjonesWatch him on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToddRJonesFollow him in Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddryanjones/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Jenell Jones has everything she owns with her at all times, and can travel wherever she chooses (as long as the destination is on this continent!). Jenell is a full-time RV (recreational vehicle) traveler.   She spends her life on the road, but Jenell isn't lonely: she runs an RV club for other solo travelers, so they travel "alone, together."  In this episode Jenell recounts her transition to the RV life (she didn't even know how to drive an RV when she decided to buy one!), paring down her "stuff" to what she actually needs (one swimsuit and a few highball glasses made the cut), and talks about how she now spends her days: hiking in Alaska, biking in the Grand Canyon, and eating fresh $10 lobster in Maine.  "I love this lifestyle," says Jenell. "I feel sorry for my old self"--the person who worked a "regular" job and packed in as much as possible during her all-too-short vacations. Now her work, her life, and travel are all packed into one--one very long vehicle.  Jenell is offering a $10 discount to "What It's Like To..." listeners who join the Wandering Individuals Network RV Club.  Go to winsrvclub.com, and use this code: WHATITSLIKETO.In this episode:01:33--How and why Jenell got started RV'ing03:47--A day in the life of Jenell in her RV07:13--Exploring: biking, hiking, visiting museums with other solo travelers09:24--Paring down her belongings to fit in an RV13:37--Key items to live the RV lifestyle16:03--Jenell's thoughts on the idea of "home"18:18--Safety while RV'ing18:54--Personal and logistical challenges she has encountered along the way24:42--Some of Jenell's favorite destinations31:58--The Wandering Individuals Network: what it is, how it works36:36--What Jenell has learned about the US after traveling around it so muchWant to know more about Jenell and the Wandering Individuals Network RV Club?Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/winrvsinglesConnect with her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winsrvclub/Check out her website: www.winsrvclub.comWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Silja Paulus spent a year pounding weights in the gym, tailoring what she ate (and often massively restricting calories), and sculpting her body--all for a few short minutes posing in a bikini and high heels in front of a panel of judges.  This is the life of a bikini fitness athlete, a form of bodybuilding that requires a particular form of dedication.  Silja had to train her body in a variety of ways--from lifting weights and learning to walk "naturally" in 3-4 inch heels, to dealing with "brain fog," a result of extreme calorie restriction.  Silja shares humorous behind-the-scenes stories too: getting spray tanned with other muscular (sometimes unclothed) bodies; 4:00am makeup calls; and why her best friend needed to shave her back. Silja also opens up about the dark side of this endeavor--women often temporarily lose their menstrual periods, and bodies can rebound and put on excess weight in the aftermath of a competition. Silja is now a health coach, and strives to compete in bikini fitness in a "healthier, more positive" way in the future. In this episode:01:50--Describing what "bikini fitness" is and how it fits into the bodybuilding world04:10--The importance of knowing how to pose correctly and walk in high heels06:55--What it's like backstage at a competition08:46--Why athletes scrub with dishwasher soap and shave everywhere before competitions10:32--The layers and layers of spray tans (and occasional naked bodies)13:22--What Silja would do after a competition14:32--Why Silja switched from marathon running to bikini fitness competitions17:40--How her training changed18:39--How her diet changed22:06--"Brain fog"--what it is and why it happens24:34--Silja's sudden, unexpected weight gain after her last competition26:00--Her new approach: listening to her body, treating it well28:43--Biggest misconception about bikini fitness athletesWant to know more about Silja?Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticmindcoach/Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silja.paulus/Link up with her on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silja-paulus/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Everybody has a superpower--you don't have to be a superhero to have one or to know what it is.  Mary Beth Robinson, a "superpower queen," helps us find out what our special talents are, and how we can best use them to help ourselves and other people.  In this episode, Mary Beth describes her own gift of intuition, and then uses her unique ability to "tune in" to evaluate Elizabeth.  How accurate was she?  We reveal everything during the interview; share how you can find your own superpowers; and show why your creativity, joy and motivation can increase when you're working "in flow" using your own special talents.In this episode:01:44--What is a superpower?03:31--Mary Beth describes her own superpower06:10--How Mary Beth "tunes in" to help others discover their superpowers09:30--Her experience going through life being so intuitive about other people11:43--You can start integrating your superpower into your life right away21:05--Mary Beth "intuits" some things about Elizabeth28:44--Elizabeth reads an email Mary Beth wrote to her right after they set up the interview, and responds to its accuracy32:35--Mary Beth's advice on how Elizabeth can use her superpower moving forward38:27--How anyone can find their superpowersWant to know more about Mary Beth?Check out her website: https://www.superpowerinc.org/Tweet her on Twitter/X:  https://twitter.com/SuperpowerQueen  or @SuperpowerQueen Find her on TikTok: TheSuperpowerQueenWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

It's the holidays! So no full new episode this week.  Instead, Elizabeth sat down with her daughters and asked them about their favorite Christmas traditions and what they'll be doing over Winter Break.  Next new episode coming in the new year--January 10, 2024!Support the show

At age 10, Rachel Zemach lost her her hearing in an accident.  That obviously changed her life--but, she says, becoming deaf was one of her life's greatest gifts.  In this episode, Rachel shares her experiences going through the world with and without hearing, and offers advice on how hearing people can help and advocate for deaf people (including words and actions both to use and to avoid--hint: don't assume all deaf people can lip read!).  Rachel also offers her opinions about cochlear implants; teaching deaf kids and their parents American Sign Language; the strength and humor of the deaf community; and much more.  She spent many years as a teacher of deaf children, and recently wrote a book, "The Butterfly Cage," chronicling her experiences and observations.   In this episode:03:37--Describing coming home from the hospital at age 10 and realizing things were different05:13--How and why Rachel's love and language stayed strong07:21--Some of the "great gifts" she has experienced being part of the deaf community10:49--Frustrations and challenges Rachel faces14:31--Cochlear implants: what they are, how Rachel feels about them, and the benefits of learning ASL20:47--Why many doctors tell parents of deaf children not to learn ASL, and the harm that causes26:01--Rachel's thoughts on the state of advocacy for deaf people30:26-Rachel's advice to parents of deaf children31:25--The experience of writing a book about her years teaching deaf children33:42--Tips on things hearing people should (and should not) do and say to deaf peopleWant to know more about Rachel?Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RzemachLink up with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-zemach/Tweet her on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rachel_zemachSearch up her website: www.rachelzemach.comBuy her book, The Butterfly Cage, at www.bookshop.orgWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

For most of us, climate change is a heavy topic. Ethan Brown has made it his mission to make environmental issues more approachable and understandable--by using humor.  His website and podcast, aptly titled "The Sweaty Penguin," is able to cut through the noise and the doom-and-gloom of the climate conversation with late-night-comedy-style monologues and in-depth conversations with leading global experts on a variety of environmental issues.  In this episode, Ethan shares how he went from being a college student with an interest in satire (but not necessarily climate change) to using his voice--literally--for this important cause.  Ethan also gives concrete advice we all can use to help the climate crisis (and no, you don't necessarily have to become vegan and bike to work every day!).In this episode:01:48: Why and how Ethan got into taking a humorous approach to climate change05:04: How The Sweaty Penguin creates episodes--"deep dives," monologues, experts, and more07:48: How Ethan weaves "the philosophy of comedy" into his podcasts09:38: Dealing with climate change as a scientific--not a political--issue12:54: Why Ethan feels optimistic about the future15:46: Five things we all can do to help the climate crisis19:59: Addressing the vegan vs. meat-eating debate in the climate change conversation27:36: What Ethan has learned about himself and about the issues in the past few yearsWant to know more about Ethan and The Sweaty Penguin?Follow them on Instagram: @ethanbrown5151, @sweatypenguinpodFind them on TikTok: @ethanbrown5151, @sweatypenguinpodSearch for them on X: @ethanbrown5151, @sweatpenguinpodGo to The Sweaty Penguin website: www.thesweatypenguin.com Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

In 2008, Celeste Mergens was volunteering at an orphanage in Kenya when she saw an issue that she couldn't ignore, and decided to try to help improve it.  Through some trial and error, and lots of listening, humility and determination, she founded Days for Girls, which champions women's health and menstrual equity.  Days for Girls has now served 3 million women and girls in 145 countries.  In this episode, Celeste shares stories of Days for Girls (including iterations of the washable pads they provide--she says the first one "was a horrible design, and I could say that because I designed it!")--and the other educational and stigma-shattering goals of the organization.  Celeste also shares her personal journey from a childhood filled with poverty and shaming, to setbacks in her educational goals.  Celeste's insights and perspective into the "seasons" in life, and her belief that all of her experiences taught and led her where she needed to go, are proof that no divide is impossible to bridge.  She recently released a book, entitled "The Power of Days."In this episode:02:05--How Celeste got the idea to start her organization, Days for Girls, and what it does06:33--Celeste's childhood, growing up moving often, sometimes homeless, and how that impacted her outlook11:19--Turning our weaknesses into strengths; reframing our interpretation of experiences14:39--Celeste's career journey (engineer, roofer, writer's conference founder)21:58--What inspired her to start an organization to strive for menstrual equity25:41--The importance of listening, getting feedback from the community to iterate and reiterate on the products and services31:22--What inspired her to write her book, "The Power of Days"33:17--Her advice to others interested in starting non-profit organizations34:35--The importance of gratitude (her license plate even reads GRATA2D!)Want to know more about Celeste and Days for Girls?Find out about Days for Girls: daysforgirls.orgCeleste's website (including a link to her book, "The Power of Days"): https://celestemergens.com/Connect with her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestemergensFind her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celeste.mergensWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Andrew Backer decided to enter his first-ever bicycle race--but not just any old competition: the Trans Am Bike Race, a self-supported, ultra-distance ride that takes weeks to complete (21 days, for Andrew).  Not only did Andrew do it, and complete the ride (a feat in itself); he was sixth overall, and the first American to finish!  In this episode he shares what inspired him to go from weekend rider to racing 4200 miles across 10 states; how he figured out the strategies involved in this particular race (how much--and where--to sleep at night; why it's best to buy food at gas station convenience stores); what it was like to bike through hail, sheets of rain, extreme heat, and driving wind; and how the mental game was as important as the physical preparation to get to the finish line.  Andrew also shares snapshots of lovely Americans he met along the route who helped him with encouraging words, an offer to fix a tire spoke, and a meatloaf sandwich.In this episode:01:53: What inspired Andrew to take on this challenge04:06: Describing a "self-supported, ultra-distance" bike race05:34: Why several racers dropped out, and mechanical issues Andrew faced along the way12:46: How many miles Andrew rode each day, and how much sleep he got15:45: The obstacles riders dealt with along the route18:00: What Andrew ate to fuel himself--but not weigh himself down21:41: Kind people helping the riders across America23:33: The times doubt or worry crept into Andrew's mind during the three week-long journey31:38: How he entertained himself while riding39:13: Andrew's creative ways to earn money to pay for the race expenses40:16: "You can't do it alone"41:38: How it felt to cross the finish line on day 21Want to know more about Andrew and the Trans Am Bike Race?Watch this interview with him during the race: https://youtu.be/vnLy41GFLwACheck out the Trans Am Bike Race's website: https://transambikerace.com/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

When Adesuwa Elaiho was a little girl, she pretended to be a contestant on cooking shows; now, she actually is one!  Adesuwa is one of the 12 bakers competing  on the Food Network's "Halloween Baking Championship." On this episode, she shares the inside scoop about life on the set of a baking reality show--from the time pressure to what happens when your cake falls apart; how she felt about being judged for her bakes, and her nervousness about how she'd be portrayed after the show was edited.  Adesuwa is a classically-trained chef (she has four degrees from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris), so creating gory, Halloween-themed treats stretched her beyond her comfort zone!  But she came away from the experience feeling validated and grateful.In this episode:03:33--Adesuwa's childhood dreams about being on the Food Network04:56--Her strategy to prepare to be on the Halloween Baking Championship06:30--The challenges of baking under time pressure10:40--How the contestants worked together and agreed not to "sabotage" each other13:34--How a classically-trained chef created gory, Halloween-themed desserts15:42--Adesuwa's thoughts about being judged on the show20:14--Baking with cameras constantly in your face27:39--Getting into the right frame of mind each day before taping the show34:13--Adesuwa's tips for home bakersWant to know more about Adesuwa?Find out about the "Halloween Baking Championship": https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/halloween-baking-championshipConnect with her pastry shop, Asukar: www.myasukar.comWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Barbara Legere experienced every parent's ultimate nightmare: her child died.  Her son took his own life, after years of struggling with mental health issues and addiction.  After an intense period of feeling "in a fog," Barbara started writing, which eventually became a bestselling book, called "Keven's Choice."  In this episode, Barbara shares very personal stories about Keven's life as a boy; his challenges with drugs and his time incarcerated; his stints in rehab; and her experiences on this journey with her beloved son, including why she never gave him "tough love" and what it has been like to survive his loss and to keep going.  Barbara has endured plenty of judgement from others along the way, but her unconditional love for her son, and her empathy for others motivate her to spread awareness of substance abuse and mental illness.  She recently released a second book, entitled "Talk to Me I'm Grieving."In addition to writing, Barbara is a volunteer for for the non-profit TIP (Trauma Intervention Program) where she is called on scene by first responders to give emotional support and help to those involved in traumatic incidents, typically involving the death of a loved one. She also advocates for grief awareness, suicide prevention, and compassion for substance abuse disorder.If you or anyone you know needs support, text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.In this episode:02:27: What Keven was like as a child07:02: The day Keven ended his life 12:20: Best things to say and do--and not to say and do--after someone has lost a loved one20:08: Keven's experiences in jail and rehab25:10: Barbara's journey writing her first book30:29: The TIP (Trauma Intervention Program) for which Barbara volunteers33:16: Confronting the stigma around mental illness and substance abuse, and judgement from neighbors and strangers37:48: Barbara's advice for people who are grieving--and their friendsWant to know more about Barbara?Find all of her social media, podcasts and articles here: https://linktr.ee/BarbaraLegere925Learn about her books: "Keven's Choice, A Mothers Journey Through Her Son's Mental Illness, Addiction and Suicide": https://smile.amazon.com/Kevens-Choice-Mothers-Journey-Addiction-ebook/dp/B09WL1QP6G/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8; "Talk To Me I'm Grieving: Supportive Ways to Help Someone Through Grief": https://www.amazon.com/Talk-Me-Im-Grieving-Supportive/dp/1957430168 Sign up for her newsletter: www.barbaralegere.comFor more information about TIP (the Trauma Intervention Program): https://www.tipnational.org/ Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Movies and TV shows often take us behind the scenes of the New York Police Department--but the truth is often stranger than fiction.  Vic Ferrari spent 20 memorable years as a member of the NYPD, most of them as a detective.  In this episode, he shares stories from his many hours on the job, and on the streets:  targeting car thieves; sitting overnight with a just-deceased man; working at Ground Zero on 9/11; and lots of crazy anecdotes too (like how he almost got his gun belt stolen from a bathroom stall).  Learn about what goes on during the different shifts--and which one is known for "big game hunting"--and why, despite everything, Vic doesn't consider himself "brave."In this episode:Vic's interest in police work began at a young age (02:04)Inside the Police Academy (02:55)Qualities you need to be a good police officer (06:36)Why you can't play your day (or your week) in the NYPD (09:01)How you get yourself to repeatedly go into dangerous situations (13:11)One example of "I can't believe this was my work day today"(17:17)Day shift vs. 4:00-midnight shift vs. overnight shift (21:09)Why a sense of humor is essential in law enforcement (23:32)Working in the auto theft division of the NYPD (28:31)Being in the NYPD on 9/11 (31:41)Want to know more about Vic?Find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vicferrarinypd/Follow him on X:  @VicFerrari50 Check out his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01IIQXLBCWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the showSupport the show

Making a podcast requires a lot more than just sitting in front of a microphone, hitting "record," and talking with a guest--as I've learned over the past few years.  To find out what it takes to make a good podcast, and make it grow, I turned to an expert: Colin Gray, the founder and CEO of ThePodcastHost.com.  Colin gave me tips and advice that can apply to other podcasters as well--and many of his tips can be used by anyone, in any field: be a good listener,  stop being a perfectionist, and more (listen to the interview to get his many other useful tips!).In this episode:Why do most podcasters get into podcasting? (02:42)How best to approach launching a podcast (03:42)Finding your "niche"--demographics vs. psychographics (07:51)Choosing which ways to market a podcast (13:49)The "strength" and "sticking points" of podcasting (16:47)How Colin got into podcasting and created ThePodcastHost.com (18:46)Various ways to make money from podcasting (21:32)How to make the process efficient and sustainable (27:09)Ideas to cut down on editing time (30:26)Marketing with video clips vs. still images (37:50)Advice to avoid "podfade" (41:21)Want to know more about Colin?Find out about his company: ThePodcastHost.comLink up with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinmcgray/?originalSubdomain=ukWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the showSupport the show

Debi Silber experienced two major betrayals: first by her family, and then by her husband.  What did she do next? She didn't just sit on her couch and wallow. She used her story as her own case study as she embarked on a PhD about betrayal; came up with groundbreaking discoveries; and eventually founded an institute to help others heal and transform from their own betrayals.  In this episode, Dr. Silber shares her experiences with betrayal; why it feels so different from other forms of trauma; the discoveries she made about healing from betrayal; why she remarried her husband; and how the whole ordeal affected their kids.  In this episode:How and why Debi got into studying betrayal (03:24)Where Debi was in her life when all this happened (04:41)Why betrayal is different from other traumas (08:13)Why she remarried her husband: "rebuilding is always a choice" (10:06)How the betrayal affected their kids (12:24)Signs of post-betrayal syndrome (15:48)The five stages of betrayal (21:32)The importance of group support in moving through the stages (37:07)Want to know more about Debi?Check out her website and business: https://thepbtinstitute.com/Read her books: https://thepbtinstitute.com/books/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debisilber/?hl=enWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Eleven years ago, Terry Tucker learned he had an extremely unusual form of melanoma.  Since then he has had two amputations, one of his foot and later of his leg above the knee.  He recently learned he also has tumors in his lungs.  Terry has endured physical pain most of us will never know.  Yet, as he says, "Suffering is optional."  Terry has been more than resilient--he has used his experiences to gain perspectives on life that everyone can use: control your mindset and work towards continual self improvement.  In this episode, Terry shares his journey from Division I college basketball athlete to successful careers in law enforcement and business, to his current role as "cancer warrior."  He has powerful words of wisdom that you won't soon forget.In this episode:Terry explains his extremely rare form of melanoma (03:28) Terry's journey with the medication interferon, and its effect on him (05:01)  Why Terry believes it's important to ask a lot of questions, be your own best advocate, and stay curious (10:56)What led to Terry's foot needing to be amputated (12:23) His reaction when he learned his foot would be removed (14:17)What led to Terry's second above-the-knee amputation (18:54)Where Terry's motivation and positive outlook comes from (24:41)Why Terry does at least one thing every day that scares him (29:33)Terry's thoughts on people being born "full"--not "empty" (37:02)Terry's "Four Truths" (38:15)What cancer has taken from Terry--and what it has NOT taken (and never will) (45:58)Want to know more about Terry?Order his book, Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life, here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVSCheck out his website, Motivational Check: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/  Link up with him on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/Find him on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheckTweet him on Twitter:  https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker201Check him out on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Dave Albin knows all the reasons you don't want to walk with bare feet on 1000 degree hot coals--after all, he didn't want to do it either!  He was first presented with the opportunity at a Tony Robbins seminar many years ago.  But he did it--and soon thereafter was working as the Fire Captain for Robbins.  Albin now runs his own company, Firewalk Adventures, where he uses fear-based elements like glasswalking, firewalking, board breaking, arrow breaking, and fire eating to show people what is really possible in life.  Albin has seen (thousands of times) how the fears you don't overcome become your limits.  Firewalking shows that when you take a first step--don't stop! Keep moving forward.As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to Oprah Winfrey's firewalk with Tony Robbins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iypdbvsDkOoIn this episode:What is a firewalk?  (02:05)Dave's first experience firewalking at a Tony Robbins seminar (08:58)The feeling after accomplishing a firewalk (17:17)How Dave began working with Tony Robbins (19:28)Branching out on his own with Firewalk Adventures (21:58)What corporations/employees get out of firewalking and glasswalking experiences (23:31)The  long-term benefits of breaking through fear (28:05)Dave's past experiences as an alcoholic and how he turned his life around (31:28)Main lessons Dave learned from working with Tony Robbins (33:44)The role gratitude plays in Dave's life today (40:34)Want to learn more about Dave?Find him on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-albin/Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firewalkadventures/Explore the Dave Albin Firewalk Academy at https://firewalkadventures.com.  On the top row of tabs, click on "Firewalk Academy"--on that page, click on the "Schedule a Call" button.  Use this code for a discount: 6 8 28. Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Elizabeth explains why she's replaying the episode, "What It's Like to be a Voice Actor" with John Malone (hint: she's away on vacation--but there's more to it than that); and gives a behind-the-scenes look at what went on during the taping of John's interview.Show notes from John's episode:A voice actor can be a silly animated bear one day, the voice on a luxury car commercial the next day, and ALL the characters in an audio book the following day.  On this episode, John Malone--an award-winning professional voice talent--shares what it takes to do his job... and do it well: from what a home recording studio should include, to how he finds the voices for his wide-ranging repertoire. There are two words in the job title: voice actor--and both are critical to success!  The acting part is huge; this job is not just about having a "good voice."  It also takes a lot of hustle and a lot of training and a lot of hard work.  If you think this is an easy money, work-from-home-in-your-pajamas type of job... think again. John has an inspiring story of shifting to this career mid-life that may inspire you to re-think your path as well.Want to know more about John?Check out his website, Malone Zone (where you can hear lots of samples of his work):  malonezone.comConnect with him on Facebook: @MaloneZoneVOFind him on Twitter: @TheMaloneZoneFollow him on Instagram: @malonezonevoWant to know more about the "What It's Like To..." podcast?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List! Go to whatitsliketo.netFollow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

For 24 years, Daniel Dluzneski's job required him to be in the White House and attend events with the President--often with a large, very well-trained dog: Daniel was a lieutenant in the U.S. Secret Service.  In this episode he shares behind-the-scenes stories from that position--what it was like to be in the White House on September 11, 2001; his "favorite" President to serve; and what happened when he was giving a tour of rarely-visited areas of the White House and they had an unexpected encounter with President Clinton.   After leaving the Secret Service, Daniel began using his skillset to help school systems better prepare for emergency situations, like active shooters or bomb threats.  He gives us tips and thoughts on how teachers and students can stay safe: being prepared is better than being scared.In this episode:How the Secret Service came to be (02:09)Describing working in the White House and the West Wing (05:37)Daniel's favorite President to work with (07:56)Working in the White House on 9/11 (12:41)What the private residence in the White House is like (19:11)Next career: school safety (21:00)Explanation of a lockdown drill (23:56)"Implicit memory" and how his training in the Secret Service informed his new work (27:30)The importance of saving yourself so you can save others (28:37)Why Daniel thinks cell phones should be banned from schools (34:44)"Security theater" (37:46)Don't live in fear; use "situational awareness" (40:17)Want to know more about Daniel?Find him on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldluzneski/Check out his book, “The First Five Minutes: School Shooting survival guide for Administrators and Teachers": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BLFW5FBK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Sue Humphrey says she was a "not very good" athlete growing up--but she loved sports, and she found her niche early: as a teenager she started helping other athletes.  She excelled at coaching track and field, and worked her way up to college coaching (experiencing the beginning of Title IX), and eventually the international stage--although the field wasn't always welcoming to a young woman.  At the 1992 and 1996 Olympics, Sue was a member of the coaching staff for USA's Track and Field team--and in 2004, she became head coach, dealing with everything from overseeing schedules to taking media calls in the middle of the night asking about athletes' drug tests.  Sue shares what it's like to coach at the Olympics (the glamour of napping under a table on the field, for example), the importance of developing rapport with athletes, and what to do when an athlete is disappointed in a performance.  In this episode:What's required of a Head Coach of an Olympic track and field team (03:00)The value of developing rapport with your elite athletes (08:45)Coalescing competitors into teammates (12:45)Olympic coaches vs. personal coaches (15:52)Experiencing the Opening Ceremonies (and what Sue did during Closing Ceremonies)(18:44)A typical day at the Olympics for Sue (24:16)Sue's complaints with the current NCAA and elite coaching systems (27:15)Her thoughts on being an Olympic coach vs. college coach vs. age-group coach (30:52)What makes her so successful? Coaching philosophy (31:56)How to help athletes who are disappointed with their performances (34:47)Sue's path to coaching (37:43)Want to know more about Sue?Connect with her on Instagram: sue.humphrey.32 Find her on Facebook: Sue HumphreyTweet at her on Twitter: humphreyhjSend her an email :sue@goldmedalcoaches.com or humphreyhj@gmail.comWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Whether you feel intimidated by art--or visit every museum you can--you will appreciate Nina Katchadourian.  Nina approaches the world with wonder and curiosity.  She is a world-renowned contemporary artist (her work has been shown all over the world, including at the Met and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Venice Biennale, and the Palais de Tokyo, among many other locales), but her approach to art is so down-to-earth, humorous, and deceptively simple that it is accessible to everyone.   Nina often focuses on what is figuratively (or even literally) underfoot: one of her works was about dust in MoMA.  Nina has a show at the Morgan Library in New York through May 28, 2023.  She is also a professor at New York University. Interacting with Nina's work--and listening to her in this episode--will help you see not just art, but also your everyday world, in a new way. In this episode:How Nina's curiosity guides her into various art projects (03:35)Describing the genesis of "Sorted Books" (04:40)How she came to focus on dust at MoMA (07:48)We overlook a lot of things that are more worthy of attention than we think (13:48)Nina's path from high school to professional artist (15:25)Why artists need to be nimble and balance "work" with "work work" (19:32)Nina's various "other" jobs--and how they informed her art (21:29)Nina's process starting something new (29:26)How "on hold" music became a piece of art (30:05)Behind the scenes of "Lavatory Self-Portraits in the Flemish Style"(33:32)Humor as a tool in art (37:03)How Nina goes through the world, "finding" material (42:23)Want to know more about Nina?Check out her website (a lot of the works we talk about in the episode are featured here): http://www.ninakatchadourian.com/Find out about her show at The Morgan: https://www.themorgan.org/exhibitions/nina-katchadourianSee more of her work here: https://www.pacegallery.com/artists/nina-katchadourian/Follow her on Instagram: @ninakatchadourianWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

In July 1990, Joyce Mikal-Flynn died after finishing a swimming race and sinking to the bottom of the pool.  After 22 minutes of CPR, she was revived--but her recovery took much longer than that.  One of her doctors later said, "You are the luckiest person I've ever met."  In this episode, Dr. Mikal-Flynn describes her death-defying--and life-altering--experience, her road back to health, and how she found new purpose in helping others grow and thrive.  She is now a professor and an expert in resilience and recovery; she also has developed a system called metahabilitation, which helps veterans, first responders, people dealing with addiction, and others with post-traumatic growth.  Dr. Mikal-Flynn's story--and her work--are models of courage and resilience.In this episode:Describing the actual event (01:58)What happened (medically)? (03:47)Waking up in the hospital the first time, and the impact on her kids (09:15)Beginning to rehab her body, and her brain (13:19)Processing, making sense of (even finding positives in) the experience (17:07)Learnings about post-traumatic growth (18:30)Coming to appreciate "the little things" (21:49)Describing metahabilitation and the steps involved (25:49)Want to know more about Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn?Find out about the upcoming conference: https://www.csus.edu/hhs/ptg-conferenceCheck out her website: drjmf.com Follow her on Instagram: @dr.jmfFind her on Facebook: facebook.com/dr.jmfShop at their store: mkt.com/metahabBuy the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642937274Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Gregory Nottage was a successful businessman when, at age 26, he was wrongfully convicted of first degree murder. He spent 19 years in prison before being exonerated after the killer confessed to the crime. He says he lost everything--except hope. Gregory was released from prison in 2014  with just $200 of "gate money."   What Gregory has done since his release is extraordinary: he earned two degrees, and now runs a non-profit that creates full-time, paid transitional jobs for its former homeless clients, often leading to permanent employment.  In this episode, Gregory details his daily life behind bars; how and why he decided to stop seeing himself as a victim; and why serving others--while in prison, and now on the "outside"--is his life's purpose.  This man's story is a lesson for all of us in perspective and gratitude.In this episode:Gregory recounts his first night in prison and learning prison politics (02:04)How he'd get through the days in prison (08:07)His lowest point, and how it was a catalyst for changing his perspective (11:08)Learning he was finally being released from prison (19:15)Reintegrating back into the "real world" (23:54)The impact Gregory's imprisonment had on his son (28:25)How and why he found his way into the nonprofit work he does now (31:12)What Streets Team Enterprises does for its clients (33:58)Gregory's work with police cadets on perception and homelessness (39:16)Want to know more about Gregory, Streets Team Enterprises, and Downtown Streets Team?Learn about Streets Team Enterprises on their website (scroll down to read about Gregory): https://www.streetsteam.org/our-work/workforce-development-programRead about the Downtown Streets Team on their website: https://www.streetsteam.org/Find them on Facebook: downtownstreetsteamConnect with them on Instagram: streetsteamTweet them on Twitter: downtownstreetsWatch videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DowntownStreetsTeamWant to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Picture this: you lay down on a comfortable surface, close your eyes, and for up to an hour your body and mind are lulled into a state of prime restoration and relaxation by listening to the soothing sounds of crystal bowls being played by a master.  Laura Penn Gallerstein, a master sound healer, uses a variety of modalities, including crystal bowls and a harmonium, in her sessions.  In this episode, Laura explains the science behind the magic (how the vibrations from the bowls affect the vibrations in our bodies--which are comprised of mostly water); as well as the spiritual and musical aspects of the work.  She also gives suggestions for anyone struggling with unending to-do lists, or waking up in the middle of the night with your head spinning--and teaches us why living in our parasympathetic nervous system is a much healthier place to be.  Laura's message to all of us is, "You are good enough, just who you are."In this episode:What is sound healing with crystal bowls? (02:15)Sample of playing the crystal bowls (06:23)Why the bowls affect people like they do (07:39)How Laura got interested in this work (10:40)What is required to be a master sound healer (12:32)Parasympathetic vs. sympathetic nervous systems in our bodies (15:22)Where the bowls are made and how much they cost (20:30)Describing the experience of being in a sound healing session (23:34)The beauty of leaning into things that feel scary and difficult (31:45)Want to know more about Laura?Connect with her on Instagram: @gallersteinlFind her on YouTube: @LauraPennGallersteinCheck our her website:  www.laurapenngallerstein.comOrder her book, "Whispers in Sound":  www.whispersinsound.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Sound-Profound-Vibrations-Meditation/dp/1736559303/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MHVTFOL1FLIZ&keywords=whispers+in+sound+book&qid=1676848944&sprefix=whispers+in+sound+book%2Caps%2C365&sr=8-1Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

There are more than 4000 colleges in the United States--many of them hundreds of years old.  Adam Braus decided to create a new one.  In this episode he shares why he took this bold step, as well as the many hoops he had to jump through to gain accreditation (and the "corruption" he claims he encountered along the way). Elton College is built on Braus's background in education and philosophy.  Elton turns a lot of conventional wisdom about learning on its head--students get one-on-one tutoring about the subjects that most fascinate them; they can start any time of the year (not just in the fall); there are no semesters; and more. It is, as Braus calls it, an "artisanal model of education."In this episode:Why start a new college? (01:40)What differentiates Elton from other colleges (05:29)How Adam's research into motivation, and background in philosophy, inform Elton (09:54)Special attributes of Elton College (13:16)Study whatever interests you (17:05)Finding professors (19:34)Tuition at Elton (24:57)Adam's vision for Elton moving forward (28:50)Want to know more about Adam and Elton College?Learn about Adam (and the books he's written):  https://www.adambraus.com Find out more about Elton College: https://www.eltoncollege.org/Listen to Adam's podcast: https://www.solutionsfromthemultiverse.com/Want to know more about "What It's Like To..."?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Last year, Cal Currier decided to try to sail across the Atlantic Ocean from Massachusetts to Portugal, alone.  But he was only 16--and he didn't know how to sail! With a lot of dedication and determination, and a refusal to take "no" for an answer, Cal overcame every obstacle (including convincing his initially-reluctant mother); and in late June 2022, he set out solo, into the Atlantic Ocean, heading east.  The trip wasn't as "exciting" as Cal had hoped, but he did encounter 20-foot waves and potentially deadly jellyfish, and he had to endure day after day of solitude and 90-minute sleep cycles. Along the way, Cal learned that he was setting a world record, as the youngest person ever to solo sail west to east across the Atlantic.  But that was never his motivation.  Hear Cal's remarkable perspective--and who he says the real heroes are of this remarkable journey.In this episode:Days and nights flowing into each other on the ocean (01:35)Why do it when it wasn't "fun"? (04:12)What Cal did for entertainment on the boat (05:36)How he dealt with sleep deprivation (09:30)What he ate at sea (14:35)How this idea came became reality (15:45)Technology's role in this adventure (18:41)Unknowingly setting a world record (21:24)How Cal's parents felt about this journey (22:22)Characteristics that may make Cal a good candidate for this adventure (24:40)Landing in Lagos, Portugal (29:21)Reflections on life and the "real heroes" of the journey (30:35)What's on the horizon for Cal (32:25)Want to know more about Cal?Watch this video of his journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qcct4RgHEsMWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Can you imagine living on a beach, in a bigger house, with more disposable income and more free time, doing work you enjoy?  Julia Vitality, the guest on this week's episode, says stop dreaming--make this your reality.  Julia and others like her are using a strategy called geoarbitrage: lowering their cost of living, usually by moving to a different town or country, to make their incomes go further.  Julia -- a Ukranian-Canadian now living in Cancun, Mexico -- shares her fascinating life story, along with practical strategies and plenty of inspiration for anyone flirting with the idea of making a life change. In this episode:01:10 Definition of geoarbitrage01:58 Why Julz decided to use this strategy; some of her background05:12 Comparing living costs in Toronto vs. Cancun, Mexico08:53 Things to consider before moving 11:12 Language issues (or lack thereof!)13:43 Taking on such an adventure as a single person19:08 Working in a foreign country24:17 Getting rid of unneeded "stuff"26:32 Medical system in MexicoWant to know more about Julz? Find all sorts of information about her here: http://PositiveImpact.TVWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

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When I was 28 years old, I packed up my things and moved to Billings, Montana to become a television news anchor and reporter.  I knew I was getting out of my comfort zone, but I had no idea how far.  The person who helped me through it--my colleague, Jonathan Marcus--is my guest on this episode.  We reminisce about our experiences working in local news; living in Montana; and realize that over the years we've both had the same idea: that we should write a screenplay or a novel--or something... because truly, as our experience working at KULR-8 showed us, the truth can be stranger than fiction.  From the one-armed cameraguy who prowled the Montana highways all night long looking for footage, to the inappropriate news director; from drinking on the job to getting hit on in local bars... you can't make this stuff up. And we didn't.  In this episode:How Jon ended up in Montana (02:21)Elizabeth's initial impressions of the station (and of Jon) (04:04)Some of the craziness that took place at the station (09:28)How Jon saved Elizabeth her first time anchoring (13:10)Being recognized around town (16:00)Elizabeth's experience being critiqued for superficial qualities (23:03)What should you do if you want to get into the business? (28:48)Nerf ball in the newsroom + other stories (31:01)Jon's excellent renegotiation skills (34:20)Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Anthony Febo--AKA "Febo"--brings poetry to life as a spoken word artist. He describes spoken word poetry as "poetry written with the intention to perform"--and his performances are deeply personal, emotional, and rich, with touches of signature humor. (He performs two amazing pieces in this episode.) Febo is not only an artist; he is also a teacher--so listeners get to be students, learning how to write and perform spoken word poems.  Febo encourages his students to end their poems with hope--he always seeks to choose joy in the face of what is trying to break you.There are also fun tidbits about Lin Manuel Miranda (Febo is a huge fan), rap, hip hop, and much more.  Poetry has never been so much fun. In this episode:When he started writing in 7th grade (02:42)Febo's definition of spoken word poetry (05:01)Intersections among hip hop, rap, and spoken word (07:14)Febo performs one poem, "Tonight I'm Cooking" (10:27)Themes in his work (13:33) His process of working--and how/why it evolves (17:26)Febo's experience of performing on-stage (20:47)What teenagers learn from writing and performing (25:44)Writing a spoken word poem (32:20)Febo performs a second poem, "Luna's First Birthday Party" (38:42)Want to know more about Febo?Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adobofishsauce/ and https://www.instagram.com/thisisfebo/Find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.febo/Tweet him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisisfebo  (note: Febo's Diaper Haikus are posted on his Twitter account!)Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Like lots of other starry-eyed young actors, Barret Swatek moved to Los Angeles right out of college with dreams of making it in Hollywood.  Unlike most of them, she succeeded.  In this truly behind the "scenes" conversation, Barret shares her journey--from skanky agents, acting classes and sneaking onto studio lots, to finally landing her breakthrough role on "Seventh Heaven," all the way through her recent turn on "Yellowstone" and beyond.  She talks about  auditioning, life on a set, watching herself onscreen, and hanging out with friends who have become huge recognizable stars.  Come backstage with us to find out what it's really like to work in Hollywood.In this episode: When Barret first arrived in Los Angeles (02:33)How she got her first (sketchy) agents (06:13)How she got her (good) agent (09:08)A typical day on the set (12:49)What it's like to be a guest star on a TV show (17:52)Getting roles now--offers and auditions (20:30)Working on "Yellowstone" (22:34)Process of finding a character (26:43)Dealing with rejection (28:23)If she's ever felt intimidated by other actors (31:13)Dealing with pressure to always look good (36:00)What Barret would tell her younger self (36:59)Getting recognized in public (40:50)Want to know more about Barret?Follow her on Instagram: @barretswatek Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

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Not many people's resumes include "pediatrician, medical philanthropy consultant, and cartoon writer"... but Dr. Cliff Harris clearly is a man of many talents.  In this episode, he shares how he got started in cartooning (including a very special childhood story involving "Peanuts" creator Charles M. Schulz); how he got connected with "Bizarro" creator Dan Piraro; and how his careers in medicine and philanthropy affected his writing.  We walk through specific cartoons and discuss how Cliff was inspired to write them (he even tests Elizabeth on a word puzzle!); links below.This is a story about much more than just cartooning.  Cliff takes us on a journey of discovery, self-awareness, and finding joy.Cliff's "Bizarro" cartoons mentioned in this episode:https://www.dropbox.com/s/7nsft0klehinzfj/Address.JPG?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/hnbpuezlbdbta08/Grape%20Nuts.jpg?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/bdgh1l612dd8of2/4%20to%20104.jpg?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/xoabwpuolugkg4m/Air%20Guitar.JPG?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/5h0smjn1ec8fuwu/Analogy.gif?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/j1j7j43362525ub/Bizarro%2010-24-21%20WEB.jpg?dl=0Dan Piraro's graphic novel: https://peyotecowboy.net/ In this episode:Cliff's story of talking with Charles M. Schulz as a child (02:02)How he connected with Dan Piraro of "Bizarro" (06:51)Connection between hard times and good joke writing (10:38)A second link to Charles M. Schulz (13:35)Going through various cartoons and explaining them (20:20)Describing word puzzles (29:55)Leaving the practice of medicine (35:17)Want to know more about Cliff Harris?email him at: doctorcliffharris@yahoo.comWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Justin Spring went from tumbling around his neighborhood to later winning NCAA gymnastics titles and eventually earning a place on the 2008 Olympic team.  The road getting there had its share of twists and turns (pun intended), including a slew of injuries leading up to the Olympics.  Justin shares behind-the-scenes stories of his journey, from the lowest moment in his gymnastics career (when he had to army-crawl to his coach's room due to excruciating pain); to the mental techniques he relied on to get his body back into shape; to what life was really like in the Olympic Village.  Justin is now a college gymnastics coach (formerly for the University of Illinois men; now for the University of Alabama women).  We learn about pressure, expectations, why men's gymnastics is losing popularity (and college teams) in the U.S., and why competing for "perfect 10s" makes women's gymnastics much more entertaining. In this episode:Why gymnastics is such a difficult sport (05:47)How gymnastics suited Justin's personality (08:20)Thoughts about pursuing the Olympics and gold medals (09:26)Justin's many injuries (15:06)The importance of mental training in recovery (15:58)His journey through injuries to the Olympic Trials (19:30)The darkest moment of Justin's career (21:32)The underdog story at the 2008 Olympics (25:07)What the Olympic experience was like (31:06)The state of men's gymnastics in the US (34:04)What's happening in collegiate sports (36:05)Thoughts on coaching (41:42)Want to know more about Justin?Follow him on Instagram: springerzzFind him on Twitter: @justinspring Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

We're getting really meta for this episode--Elizabeth usually asks other people what it's like to be in their shoes; now she's chatting with her special guest (who has been her secret weapon behind the scenes of the podcast since Day 1) about what it's like to work on this podcast!  There have been a lot of tweaks and changes recently, so we're doing our own State of the Podcast. Find out about the name, the logo, the colors, what's in store for the website and the marketing... and have more than a few laughs with us along the way.In this episode:Why we changed the name (02:30)The story behind the new logo (03:31)How painful it's been to get a good designer (06:22)What's coming to the website (07:52)Getting the word out about the podcast (09:07)Why Elizabeth needs an office (12:07)Mark Zuckerberg's security guys and the neighborhood kerfuffle (14:14)Want to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the showSupport the show

Brett Anderson never planned on being a rock star.  She was in middle school when she and three girlfriends decided to form a band.  Just a few years later--while still in high school--they were touring Japan, and soon after that they signed a major record deal and became known worldwide.  The Donnas were a hit.In this episode, we learn what it was really like to be "Donna A."--from why she calls her early vocals “screamy, thrashy, and spazzy,” to the differences between touring in a van and a tour bus.  The Donnas were often underestimated for being an all-female group, but their bond helped them get through the times they had to "laugh and cry at the same time."  Brett talks about about writing songs, taking care of her voice, performing on "Saturday Night Live," and a lot more stories from backstage. After The Donnas stopped playing music together, Brett went back to school and found new passions.  She shares the joy in discovering second, third, even fourth acts in life.In this episode:How the band came together (03:20)Obstacles faced being an all-female band (05:28)How the band's songwriting evolved and how they created their music (08:05)How the band grew (10:53)Were they really living the rock and roll life, or did they have onstage personas? (14:45)What's the main difference between touring in a van or a tour bus? (18:56)How Brett would protect her voice--and issues (24:35)What was it like to be on Saturday Night Live? (25:18)The importance of being in the moment during a big performance (28:34)Tips when forgetting lyrics onstage (30:24)Why the band stopped playing together (34:24)How it felt going back to school (36:38)The Donnas music in movies and videogames (41:29)Want to know more about Brett?Follow her on Twitter: @BAndersonnnFind her on Facebook: facebook.com/brettelizabethandersonWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Nancy Mueller went from baking petite quiches and other hors d'oeuvres in her home kitchen, to becoming known as the "Queen of Quiche."  Through hard work, determination, lots of eggs and flour, and refusing to take "no" for an answer, she built Nancy's Specialty Foods into a multi-million dollar business that eventually produced 1.5 million quiches per day.  In this episode, Nancy reflects back on the early days of the business (when she made each quiche by hand), all the way through to the night she woke up in a cold sweat and knew it was time to sell it.  She shares lots of stories, including her big break (the first time her products were in Price Club); taking a rock star's private plane to Bentonville, Arkansas; and being a female boss in the 1970s, '80s and '90s.  Nancy made quiche, built a business, and blazed trails along the way.In Nancy's words, “The reason I didn't have any problem with the glass ceiling is ‘cause I owned the ceiling!”  In this episode:How Nancy decided to start making appetizers (01:26)The idea to try to get into Price Club (08:55)Running the business (10:32)Spreading the word--PR vs. advertising (15:43)Dealing with the growing business (20:10)When Nancy realized it was time to sell the company (25:41)On being a female boss in the '70s-'90s (30:06)Developing various products for Nancy's (31:40)Words of advice for someone starting a business (34:14)Nancy's adventures on her yacht (39:28)Want to know more about Nancy?https://www.nancys.com/aboutusWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSupport the show

Christine Meyer spent a lot of her life either trying diets that didn't work, or feeling guilt and shame about her weight.  The pandemic made everything worse, with increased focus on comfort foods and wine any time, because… why not?  But then everything changed.  In the summer of 2020, Christine reached out to a health coach and began a program that transformed her life.  She lost a lot of weight (more than 60 pounds)--and has kept it off; but more crucial than that, she has changed her intentions, her mindset, and her approach to each day.In this episode, Christine shares her very personal story of living with, and then losing the weight–and how she has gained so much in the process.  She gives practical tips that work for her, encouragement, and even a few surprises (yes, she eats ice cream–with intention!).Christine got so much out of her journey with Optavia that she decided to become a certified health coach herself, so she could help change other peoples' lives.In this episode:How Christine felt prior to and during the pandemic (02:00)Programs she'd tried earlier in her life (07:14)What was different about this program? (09:41)Addressing the emotional component of the journey (15:42)When she realized the power of caramel sauce--food's emotional power (19:27)The Drama Triangle (24:09)Why she doesn't diet--and the healthy habits she layers into her day (26:54)Creating a new morning routine (29:27)Does this lifestyle require extra time and extra money? (35:34)Want to know more about Christine?Reach out to her on Instagram: @joyful.health.journeyFollow her on Facebook: Christine McDaniel Meyer, facebook.com/christinejmeyerWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Jake Locker was a 3-sport star athlete in high school (he was drafted to play Major League Baseball, but turned down the offer because he preferred playing football).  He was hailed as a hero when he played quarterback for the University of Washington.  He was picked by the Tennessee Titans in the first round of the NFL draft.  Four years later, he chose to leave the league... and lots of people had questions.  In this episode of "What It's Like To..." we get the full story of what shaped Jake as a boy and as a young man, and what ultimately led him to make big decisions with certainty.  It's a story of football, fame, family and faith, and how one man found the right balance for his life.In this episode:Jake's early influences and childhood (01:55)Why he made the decision to not sign the MLB contract (08:45)Playing football at the University of Washington, and why he didn't enter the NFL draft after his junior year (11:26)Healthy and unhealthy ways of dealing with pressure, stress, and expectations (17:28)What it felt like to get drafted into the NFL (21:00)Playing in college vs. playing in the NFL (23:56)How Jake began to see his identity shift (29:37)Thoughts on how the media portrayed him (34:04)Does he still like football? (38:51)How those closest to Jake responded to his decision to leave the NFL (42:03)Want to know more about Jake?check out his gym, Locker Room Fitness: lockerroomfitness.comWant to know more about the podcast "What It's Like To... ?"Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Ready for a hit of inspiration?  Aishetu Fatima Dozie says she's insecure and full of fear, but she also calls herself courageous--and crazy.  Aisha (as "everyone" calls her) transitioned from two decades as an investment banker to starting Bossy Cosmetics.  Many people said it was a wacky idea; she persevered.  A global pandemic hit; she almost folded--but she didn't.  Grit, resilience and determination kept Aisha and Bossy Cosmetics going, and now,  just a few years old, it is an international sensation.  In this episode, Aisha shares What It's Like To do something that feeds your soul, and keep at it even when the going gets rough. (She also dishes on what it felt like to learn her products were chosen to be on the list of Oprah's Favorite Things of 2021!)  In this episode:Why Aisha transitioned from working in finance to starting a beauty company (01:49)The steps she took to build the company (04:57)How Aisha has battled "imposter syndrome" (09:06)What happened when the global pandemic hit (12:12)Why Aisha didn't "wave the white flag" and give up (16:28)Why she named her company Bossy Cosmetics (20:20)Her process for creating a new product (25:16)How Aisha manages her time (work, family, friends, personal time...) (31:30)Her reaction to the news that her product had been chosen as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2021 (39:47)Aisha's definition of success (42:27)Want to know more about Aisha and Bossy Cosmetics?Check out their website: www.bossybeauty.comConnect with them on Twitter: @bossybeautyincFollow them on Instagram: @bossybeautyWant to know more about the podcast What It's Like To... ?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to whatitsliketo.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

We're hard at work on the upcoming season.  Season 4 launches on September 28!  We'll release new episodes each Wednesday from then on.  Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any!  Follow us on social media to find out all the latest about our upcoming guests: InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Professional baseball playerJoe Biagini is back on The Experience Podcast to continue his revealing, honest, droll take on playing pro ball.Part 2 of our conversation is filled with quips, anecdotes and insights about the differences between playing in the major league and the minors; what it's like to be teammates with some "big names;" how it feels to be part of the pitching team that threw an historic no-hitter (and where they went to celebrate afterward); what the days are like on the road during the busy baseball season--including when he gets up each day (hint: breakfast is no longer served) and how his days are different when his wife is in town. Botanical gardens, anyone?In this episode:differences in playing in the major league vs. minor league (01:03)how being told he's "just a guy who plays baseball" became motivation (03:19)experience of being part of a no-hitter (07:03)how it feels to be on the road so often (11:25)a day in the life on the road (12:26)juggling marriage and baseball (16:07)playing with "famous" ball players (19:31)Want to know more about Joe?Link to article about his participation in the no-hitter: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2848383-aaron-sanchez-will-harris-joe-biagini-chris-devenski-throw-astros-no-hitterWant to know more about The Experience Podcast?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to theexperiencepodcast.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Lots of kids dream of growing up to become pro athletes. Joe Biagini actually became one.  He has pitched in the major leagues for the Houston Astros, the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Chicago Cubs, and minor league teams as well.  He was even part of a pitching team that performed an historic no-hitter for the Astros.   In this raw, revealing, humorous interview (part 1 of 2) , Joe reveals the insecurities that have plagued him since childhood, and shares techniques he has used to battle them.  He also details how he ended up on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon--a fantastical daydream from many years before.In this episode:Joe's childhood dreams (02:04)How baseball helped him deal with his insecurities (05:55)Mental techniques he has used pitching at the professional level (10:35)Teamwork and chemistry in pro baseball (20:58)How he ended up on The Tonight Show (24:43)Want to know more about Joe?Link to his appearance on The Tonight Show: https://globalnews.ca/news/3076825/jimmy-fallon-rights-wrong-with-blue-jays-pitcher-joe-biagini/ Funny moments from TV interviews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wp4NV5DbIBgWant to know more about The Experience Podcast?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to theexperiencepodcast.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your stuff?  A lot of us have gotten to the place of feeling pretty comfortable living with clutter--even if we don't like having a bunch of extra clothing, gadgets, books, toys and trinkets around, it's easier than getting rid of our things. In this episode, Deanna Yates shows us how to start.  She also explains that minimalism is a mindset; you can make a change without being extreme. There is no need to feel like you live in a storage unit! Little habits can make a huge difference in decluttering.  Although it may seem overwhelming, decluttering is possible for anyone, whether it's a change in your wardrobe, or the birthday presents you give your kids. This conversation with Deanna will inspire you to grab some bags and boxes and get started.In this episode:Inspiration for going minimalist (4:20)How to start (8:35)What is a capsule wardrobe? (22:17)Advice for kids: the big buyers (26:04)  Why is it hard to get rid of things? (32:46)Want to know more about Deanna?go to her website: wannabeclutterfree.com/wannabe-minimalist-show-1 follow her on Instagram: wannabeclutterfreefind her on Facebook: wannabeclutterfreesearch her up on Pinterest: wannabeclutterfreeWant to know more about The Experience Podcast?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to theexperiencepodcast.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

Have you ever wanted to sell your house and buy a farm? After listening to Zach Gobeil describe his adventurous lifestyle, you might be tempted to. Zach, a science teacher turned farmer, stay-at-home dad, and Instagram influencer, took the risk of moving with his wife and newborn son onto a farm in New Hampshire during the pandemic.In this episode, Zach explains the value of taking risks and the importance of making time to appreciate passions.- What inspired him to start a farm (1:00)- What is Aquaponics (6:32)- How to make New Hampshire maple syrup (8:55)- A day in the life on the farm (16:40)- Life as a stay-at-home dad (22:03)- Instagram quotes from New England Dad (26:18)- Maintaining personal passions with kids and the farm (30:47)Although it can be scary to try something new, Zach's advice is simple: take chances and you will figure things out. He is chasing his dream so that his kids will be inspired to chase theirs.Want to know more about Zach?Find him on Instagram: smokyvalleyfarmsAnd another Instagram account: new_england_dadTweet him:  @New_England_DadWant to know more about The Experience Podcast?Sign up to be on our Insiders' List to receive our newsletters and insiders' information! Go to theexperiencepodcast.net (sign-ups are at the bottom of the page)Follow us on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn