Podcasts about Achilles International

"It's never too late. It's never too late to switch careers, ask for a raise, do something you want to be doing. If you're feeling stuck, just know that it's never too late. If you want to make a change, life is short. Do it." Talia McKinney is on her feet all day, every day — and every day starts with a run. The New York City-based marathoning real estate agent is one of the top agents at SERHANT, where she works with Million Dollar Listing and Owning Manhattan star Ryan Serhant. Talia is a speaker, host, and world traveler (she's been to 45 countries!), who runs as a guide with Achilles International. In this conversation, she talks about what it's like selling a $31.5 million home (!!!) and about the most impressive amenities she's ever seen, and she shares her running and real estate origin stories. FOLLOW TALIA @taliamckinney IN THIS EPISODE: How Talia celebrated her birthday in Idaho (1:50) All about Talia's run today — and how she found her running buddies (4:45) How Talia became a guide for Achilles International (7:15) What Talia's training for right now (11:55) Why Talia decided to run her first marathon (13:10) A day in the life of Talia McKinney (19:00) Some of Talia's most memorable sales (21:10) Talia's dream runner-friendly building (29:10) How Talia became a real estate agent, and why she wanted to work with Ryan Serhant (30:45) Talia's advice for anyone who isn't feeling seen, heard, or taken seriously (43:10) SPONSOR:  UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN Edge sample pack (you'll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

20250128 AZCB presents: Get Moving, Get Connected Originally Broadcasted January 28, 2025, on ACB Media 6   Participants joined us for an inspiring presentation with the Director of the Phoenix Chapter of Achilles International and Foundation Fighting Blindness ( FFB). Don't miss this opportunity to get motivated, get active, and get connected with others who share your passion for fitness and health.   Sponsored by: Arizona Council of the Blind     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view. On this week’s show “Born to Run” With a new chapter of Achilles International opening in South Australia, Lizzie and Sam went down to see what it is all about, and we learned about Lizzie’s somewhat unorthodox running technique. Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about. EMAIL: studio1@visionaustralia.org or leave comment on the station’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork A special thank you to Kent Dredge Dennis Lorenzen from Blind Sports SA You can learn more about Achilles, wherever you are, here: https://www.achillesaustralia.org.au/ Vision Australia gratefully acknowledges the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation for Studio 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's crunch time for Martin and Deena - they took on the 5 boroughs together, but how did they fare?   They bring you a very special episode of Marathon Talk from on the streets of New York City, bringing to life the stories of those around them, and an impressive roundup of the elite field results… literally as they happened!   Join us for 26.2 miles of the infectious New York atmosphere, plus a bonus update on Sydney's strides to become the 7th Major…   In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena make their final preparations, and the early morning trek to the start line 7:30 - We hear from Achilles International guide Rosie from New Zealand as she guides fellow Kiwi Paul through his first international marathon, and the NYPD's Russel as he lauds the way that the race brings us together 17:40 - At the 17th mile, we share the stories of some fabulous French volunteers, and an ambitious Brazilian 6 Star hopeful on their third punt at New York  21:20 - From the huge 20 mile mark, we push through the pain, catch up with a remarkable pregnant lady running for two, and find Episode 38's Mark Rogerson and Katie Garrity on 5th Avenue Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/  

Welcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast: where we set off to explore the human connection with running, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette. You can watch ⁠⁠RUNEGADE on YouTube⁠⁠ Like what you hear? Subscribe to RUNEGADE on Spotify | Apple | YouTube - like, subscribe, comment and share - the world needs more RUNEGADES. On Episode 19, Adam Popp becomes a RUNEGADE Adam, Speaker, Mental Performance Coach, Athlete and a 12-year Combat Veteran combat veteran of the Air Force with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team leader. In 2007, while working to disarm a roadside bomb (IED) in Afghanistan, Adam was injured by a secondary IED resulting in the amputation of his right leg above the knee. That was only the start of his story - click here for more. On this episode we learn about Adam's story, his life and running journey, from losing his right leg, above the knee, and fearing what the world took away from him. To a renewed positive outlook and a life of dedicated action, one step at a time, finding fulfilment and self-actualization. From learning to walk, to a New Year's resolution that led him to learn to run again, to being an unbelievable athlete who's doing Big Things. He holds numerous World Records, though it's not about the records, it's the running community, and those who help others each and every day - and Adam shares his thanks to Mike Spinnler of the JFK50 (Check out Episode 17 | Mike Spinnler) And on October 15, support Adam, an Achilles International athlete, as he attempts to break the following four Guinness World Records: Fastest 50k run on a treadmill (male) - LA1 Fastest 100k run on a treadmill (male) - LA1 Greatest distance on a treadmill in 24 hours (male) - LA1 Fastest 100 miles run on a treadmill (male) - LA1 Cheer him at the HOKA Flagship Store, NY, 5th Avenue, New York, NY, USA - during store hours (October 15, 10am-7pm). They will have an additional treadmill available for fans to run alongside Adam and show their support! At 10am on October 16, we will also welcome fans to come celebrate Adam's incredible accomplishments with light refreshments. RSVP here More Adam: Achilles Blog Post Adam's Website Instagram: @eodpopp We thank Adam for his service and wish him all the best on October 15 - hoping to see Adam at the JFK50 on November 23, in Boonsboro, MD In a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE. Connect with Mark and Todd: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@altramarathonman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runclemark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RUNEGADEpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRUNEGADEPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRUNEGDADEPodcastTM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Todd on Strava: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/24075567⁠⁠⁠ Mark on Strava: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.strava.com/athletes/32395525⁠⁠⁠ Finding performance based running apparel and gear can be an exhausting endeavour of trial and error. And one that can easily overwhelming your closet and your wallet. We'd like to share with you, ⁠⁠PATH projects⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - PATH makes performance-based running gear, that looks and feels great, that's functional and durable. It simply outperforms expectations. For a limited time, PATH is offering The RUNEGADE Podcast listeners 10% of their order with the code RUNEGADE10⁠⁠⁠ - we thank PATH projects for being a friend of the podcast.

Today I am beyond thrilled to present you Anne V on her very first Podcast ~ the VICORIOUS YOU Podcast!When I invited her, I had no idea she had never been on a Podcast before ~ we both only realized it at the beginning of our conversation on the Portal of 9/9.For quite some time we already wanted to connect more personally as we both appreciate each other, yet it was never the right time before we did this very personal interview.Even we spoke about so many topics like Tantric Numerology, Kundalini Yoga, Modeling, Self-Love, Discipline, Radiance, Relationships, Narcissists, Money, Traveling, etc., it was a deep dive! Enjoy listening and get inspired

Let's get to know Tim, a fellow Achilles International athlete from New Zealand.

Episode 67 - Sue Williams, Australian Sports Hypnosis Performance and Recovery Specialist joins with Joe Chura, Entrepreneur and Founder of non-alcoholic beer ‘Go Brewing' and supporter of disabled athletes at Achilles International. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

The TCS New York City Marathon is a race like none other, and many train for years in expectation of being able to take part, including this episode's featured guest Blair McConnell of New Zealand, who came as part of the Achilles International Delegation from his home country. Having been thwarted by the pandemic in 2020, he waited three years longer to run his ultimate destination race, and first marathon, through the 5 boroughs: starting in Staten Island and proceeding over the Marzano Bridge into Brooklyn, then the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. In this episode, we have a few live clips from just before and just after the marathon alongside Anton McLean (his guide from Christchurch) and Mark Lane-Holbert (myself, guide from USA). However the majority of the episode is recorded with Blair a few weeks after the marathon with him back in Christchurch, adding some perspective. We explore what it's like to join an Achilles Chapter and why he runs with them, how he found his guides, and several high points and considerations of traveling internationally for a marathon. We also discuss some of the challenges of being a visually impaired running in a crowded big city marathon, but juxtapose this with the joy and thrill of immense crowds along the course, including the music and languages of many different cultures represented in NYC along each distinct neighborhood. We also touch on the phenomenon of Park Runs, true to his recent accomplishment of 100 Park Runs! Finally, we ponder his upcoming adventures and what NYC marathon means for what comes next. Needless to say, both of us were extremely grateful for the opportunity and somewhat in awe of the support and organization NYRRs provided us as part of the Achilles International team. If you would like to explore Achilles International, you can visit their website: https://www.achillesinternational.org/ Here, you'll find chapters around the US and the world, and find out more about both athlete and guide opportunities. Finally, you can link to more articles and photos on our blog site: www.runninganthropologist.com If you have a corner of running culture you are exploring, share with us on FB or Instagram. Until next time, Happy Running!

Ever wonder why so many people involved in running also take the time to volunteer? We're diving into the world of running community volunteering and fundraising to answer that question and more! From discovering the avenues to get involved, to unpacking the ripple effects of volunteering on mental health and the broader running community, we're here to showcase the altruistic spirit that fuels this sporting community.Experience an endorphin rush like no other as we highlight the psychological benefits of volunteering. We discuss how cheering on fellow runners, fostering connections, and contributing to race days can lead to reduced stress, elevated happiness, and improved communication skills. Not to mention, we discuss how getting involved can offer you a foot in the door to the running industry, all while keeping safety a top priority. We also underline the importance of inclusivity in the running community, and how volunteering can shed light on areas that need improvement.Ever heard of Girls on the Run, Achilles International, or Back on My Feet? These are just a few of the numerous organizations in need of volunteers. We delve into the many ways you can contribute, and emphasize the value of finding a cause that truly resonates with you. Plus, we offer strategies and creative ideas for fundraising for running charities. From hosting restaurant events to creating sponsorship packages and corporate matching programs, we've got plenty of inspiration for your next charity run. So, come join us as we discuss ways to inspire inclusivity in sports, give back to the running community, and craft memorable fundraising ventures. As the saying goes, “Those who can, do; those who can do more, volunteer.”Support the showJoin the newsletter list to receive updates, special offers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. Want to become a member of Time for bRUNch+ to show your support of the show? Join here.Join the bRUNch bunch on Facebook or follow us on Instagram.

Upper West Side resident Francesco Magisano, who lost his sight as a teen, is Director of the NYC Metro Region Chapter of Achilles International. He spoke to Newsline with Brigitte Quinn ahead of Sunday's TCS New York City Marathon.

If you've ever considered being a guide for visually impaired athletes or are fascinated by folks who do, listen to this episode. Hosts Dimity and Sarah WF welcome guide Andrea Good, who leads a blind friend, Kate, through triathlons, then they bring on Francesco Magisano, the Director of Achilles NYC Metro region and a blind triathlete. They cover:  what being a guide involves, including training for each triathlon discipline;  the various races Andrea and Kate have tackled together; the rewards of helping another athlete achieve her goal; and, Francesco's personal experience as a blind runner and triathlete. Feeling inspired? Check out Achilles International to find out how to get involved with a chapter near you.  If you're ready to get back to running, our Return to Running program will be a perfect fit.  Looking for some workout ideas? Check out our free two-week training program.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Tuesday July 4 Publish Date: Monday July 3 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Tuesday July 4th , and happy 28th birthday to singer Post Malone ****Malone****   I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties Duluth Councilman Greg Whitlock throws hat in ring for city's open mayoral race Police arrest two suspects after gun store burglaries in Lawrenceville and Duluth And Gwinnett's Ken Higgins on verge of Peachtree Road Race history as oldest wheelchair athlete     All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.    Break 1 :  Slappey          Story 1. hat   Longtime Duluth City Council member Greg Whitlock has announced his candidacy for the open mayoral seat in this year's city elections. After 16 years on the council, Whitlock aims to continue serving Duluth and address issues such as the city's growth, housing stock, and revitalizing professional business cores. He has gained significant support from prominent figures, including current and former council members, county commissioners, and state representatives. Whitlock's campaign website is available at gregwhitlockformayor.com. He looks forward to sharing his vision with residents leading up to the November election.     STORY 2: suspects   A teenager and a 23-year-old man from Augusta have been arrested in connection with a series of gun store burglaries in Lawrenceville and Duluth. The Lawrenceville Police Department responded to an alarm at Bullseye Indoor Range and Gun Shop and discovered evidence of forced entry. They later learned that the Duluth Police Department had arrested two suspects attempting to burglarize a gun store in their city. The joint investigation led to the arrest of Aaron Walker and a 16-year-old juvenile. The teen was found in possession of a gun stolen in the Lawrenceville burglary. Charges have been filed, and the investigation is ongoing. Lawrenceville police are seeking information on any additional suspects involved in the burglaries. Story 3:  higgins Ken Higgins, a Gwinnett resident, is set to become the oldest competitor in the wheelchair division of the Peachtree Road Race, a 10K race in Atlanta. Higgins, now 70 years old, has been racing in the Peachtree since 1981, initially as a runner before transitioning to the wheelchair division after a stroke caused by a brain and spinal injury. Despite his injury, Higgins has participated in numerous races and long-distance rides, including completing the Boston Marathon 18 times. He is also an active member of Achilles International, an organization that supports adaptive sports for individuals with disabilities. Higgins' dedication and racing longevity serve as an inspiration to many.....……..we'll be right back   Break 2: Slappey - Tom Wages -  Obits     Story 4: lionheart   Lionheart Theatre in Norcross is bringing the beloved story of "The House at Pooh Corner" to the stage from July 13-16. Adapted from A. A. Milne's book by Bettye Knapp, the play captures the endearing tale of Pooh and his friends. Lionheart Theatre's founder and Artistic Director, Tanya Gilmer, aims to introduce children to classic stories that may be overlooked in favor of modern cartoons. Directed by Barry N. West and stage managed by Tina Barnhill, the story follows Christopher Robin as he considers running away with Pooh, Piglet, and other friends due to the fear of being sent away for education. The production offers multiple showtimes, and reservations are recommended. The cast includes talented actors portraying beloved characters from the Pooh universe.   Story 5: pollack   Former Georgia Bulldogs All-American and Shiloh High School graduate, David Pollack, has been let go by ESPN along with a group of other on-air personalities, as reported by the New York Post. Pollack, known for his contributions to ESPN's college football coverage and "College GameDay" since 2011, was part of a larger round of layoffs that affected notable figures such as Jeff Van Gundy, Jalen Rose, Keyshawn Johnson, Max Kellerman, Suzy Kolber, Todd McShay, Matt Hasselback, and Steve Young. Pollack, who was inducted into the Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame, turned to broadcasting after a neck injury curtailed his professional football career as a first-round pick for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2005.   We'll be back in a moment   Break 3:  Fernbank (nature of color spot) -ESOG – Ingles 3   Story 6:  stanton   Baylor Stanton, a rising sophomore at Brookwood High School, has achieved a remarkable feat by qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials in the 400-meter individual medley. He secured his qualifying time of 4 minutes and 25.19 seconds at the Phillips 66 National Championships held in Indianapolis. Stanton has already shown great promise in swimming, having won the Class 7A state championship in the 200 IM during his freshman year. Additionally, he claimed victory in the 200 IM and 100 backstroke events at the Gwinnett County championship. Stanton's accomplishments highlight his exceptional talent and potential in the sport.   Story 7: flynn   Waltclaire Flynn, an offensive lineman from Grayson High School, has made a commitment to play football at the University of Central Florida (UCF). The rising senior, standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 305 pounds, is highly regarded as a four-star prospect by 247Sports. He is ranked as the 18th best interior offensive line prospect in the nation and the 33rd best player in Georgia. Flynn's outstanding performance on the field earned him recognition as an all-state, all-region, and all-county selection in the previous season. UCF has secured a talented player in Flynn, who is poised to contribute to their football program.   We'll have final thoughts after this   Break 4:  Henssler 60 Thanks again for listening to today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Blind joggen – geht das überhaupt? Und wenn ja, wie? Wir sprechen mit Bernhard, der seit einem Motorradunfall erblindet ist, über seine regelmäßigen Lauftrainings bei der Organisation Achilles International, was er dabei wahrnimmt, welche Rolle Vertrauen spielt und wie ihm der Sport auch im Alltag hilft.

Riprendiamo con una nuova puntata dedicata allo sport, adattato ed inclusivo, trattiamo oggi La barca :la vela e la corsa, due progetti, uno denominato Vela Sensibile, un progetto della UISP Nazionale dinavigazione a vela tra persone con e senza disabilità visiva, è nato nel 2014 da un'idea di Monica Nolli eMaurizio Giorgi e ha l'obiettivo di promuovere la navigazione a vela tra persone cieche, ipovedenti evedenti, da praticare in modo inclusivo.Parliamo poi di corsa con il progetto è dell'organizzazione Achilles International nata nel 1983 e presentein 18 Paesi tra cui Stati Uniti e Canada, il suo obiettivo è quello di far correre e camminare insiemepersone con disabilità visiva e motoria ma anche camminata inclusiva con runner esperti.

Francesco Magisano is my Ultraman Florida athlete in profile.  At ten months old Francesco was diagnosed with eye cancer and by age 16 things went completely dark with blindness for him.  He found his way to sport through Achilles International, a global adaptive sports and advocacy organization serving people with disabilities.  That has led to him working for Achilles as the director of the New York metro region where he also leads a Saturday run group in Central Park.  He will be the first blind athlete to attempt Ultraman Florida, but the third blind athlete to compete at a 515 distance race.   Raphael Jamie has previously completed UltraMX 515 and John Domandl was the first, in 2015 at Ultraman Australia.Brian Hammond, Francesco's coach, also joins the conversation to speak about his role as his guide for the race.   Brian is an alumni of UMFL from 2016 and an experienced crew member who has a long ultra resume to back up his advice.Resources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman Florida Achilles International IM Arizona2020 Tokyo Paralympic Cycling Trials Trufit SolutionsTelluride Adaptive Sports ProgramThe Count of Monte Cristo (Book)  by Alexandre DumasMighty Man Montauk Sprint TriathlonUSA Paratriathlon National ChampionshipsBoston Half MarathonNYC MarathonBoston MarathonMarine Core 10KDallas 50KLeadville 100SBT Grvl - Black CourseVermont 100 Shout outs and mentions in this episode:Jen McVeay (S2E8) (S2E10) (S2E11)Steve King (S1E1) (S1E2) (S1E3)Amy Jo Jenkins (S4E2) Sarah HammondAvery HammondSophia HammondThomas Chapman___________________________________________________________Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan Contributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331___________________________________________________________For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcastInsta : 515theultrapodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

We know being active helps everyone. Regardless of age, gender, or ability, an active lifestyle brings a wealth of returns. And having a disability doesn't mean you can't be a serious athlete – or even train for a marathon. In 1976, Dick Traum, an above-the-knee amputee, proved it was possible when he became the first … Continue reading Achilles International →

Art and running have a lot in common. Depending on your social connections or access to the outdoors, they can both be exclusive clubs. For Nacho Valle, the founder of Snake Run and volunteer/coach with Achilles International, art and running are about inclusion. On the latest episode of Let's Get Uncomfortable, the Valencia, Spain, native shares his love for art and how it changed his perception of the world while growing up in an art gallery thanks to his father. That same passion for color, beauty, and heartbreak then led him to running and exploring the world. From being a guide for runners with disabilities in Spain, London and now New York, it's all part of his master plan to blend all his passions, and ultimately open doors for others.

In this episode we discuss all things Achilles with US Chapters Development Director Eleanor Cox-Nihill, and she shared magical stories: including their work with athletes of all abilities, empowering athletes with disabilities and supporting relationships between individuals. Ellie has been in many positions with Achilles, including her start as a volunteer local club member guiding an athlete from Central Park in NYC! Both participants learn and grow as a result of these partnerships, athletes and volunteer guides (also athletes themselves). The magic begins is in the local clubs, the practice, hard work and fun together throughout the year building up to a major event, like NYC Marathon, Boston Marathon, local races or Disney! Ellie has a great deal to share too, as she has been with the organization since 2008, and since 2011 was in charge of US Chapters development and the online virtual clubs who meet for those who do not have local chapters. I am the direct beneficiary of this new virtual space, and connect with athletes from across the country learning to run through a training program, and inspiring one another. I might add that volunteers learn as much if not more from the experience, and as anyone who has been a guide will tell you: it transforms their run/walking and their relationship with the sport. Ellie also shares about the history of Achilles, how she became inspired by her local New York City chapter, and what she has learned along the way supporting athletes for over a decade, thru events many dream of completing. What some thought was unimaginable are empowered to line up toe to toe with the elite athletes of the world, and learn from each other, overcoming challenges and sharing joy and hope! This success is carried through into everyday life and challenges faced therein with renewed confidence; Everyone has their own “Achilles” to cope with in life, and the parallels are not lost by Ellie in this interview. This episode is special as Achilles bids her a gradual fond farewell as she retires from her full time position this spring, and we know her legacy and positivity will carry forward to many! Among the many resources mentioned in the podcast, one can learn more, find out how to get involved, or contribute at www.achillesinternational.org ———Below are the essentials, at a glance about their mission and programs: “Achilles International, a global organization operating in 18 countries including the US, transforms the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.” Reach out to us with questions or share your own stories of running culture and inspiration, at our blogsite: www.RunningAnthropologist.com - or on Facebook or Instagram @runninganthropologist

Now that the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is over, the team discusses how to kick start your training now that we are all experiencing the "Dopey Downers." We also share our thoughts on the medals runDisney showcased for the inaugural Springtime Surprise races.  Finally we close the episode out by chatting with our Australian friends Wendy and Ross who give us a crash course in park runs, and highlight their involvement with Achilles International.Rise and Run Podcast Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1743275732534190/Rise and Run Podcast Instagram - Instagram.com/riseandrunpodPassport to Run - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRW_EB4hJGCA2FvRwh8YkXwAchilles International - https://www.achillesinternational.org/

Talia McKinney, as seen on Bravo TV's Million Dollar Listing New York, approaches real estate with the belief that success is built upon the strength of the relationship. She is patient and attentive when listening to client needs and goals, and her sincerity, honesty, and innate ability to connect are how she makes this time-consuming and often emotional process as easy and pleasant as possible. It is also why, after working with her, many of her clients refer her to friends and relatives. Talia works with buyers, sellers, developers, and renters all over the city—and particularly in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. In her seven years in the industry, she has compiled a substantial record of listings and sales that includes co-ops, condos, townhouses, and new developments at multiple price points. Her thoroughness and commitment distinguish her from typical agents, and her steady guidance has led to success and satisfaction for her clients.  Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Talia was recruited to run track at a state college and helped her team become state champions. After graduating, she moved to New York City and explored careers in fashion public relations, event planning, and hospitality. Now an established presence in the real estate community, she was sought out to be a TEDx speaker and is the host of the exclusive LISTED show, 3 in a Million.  When she isn't running around Manhattan selling condos and co-ops or dashing to an afternoon townhouse showing in Brooklyn, Talia can be found volunteering at Achilles International, NY Cares, or the Boys and Girls Club. She competes in triathlons and marathons—what better way to train for the next sprint to an open house?—and is also an avid world traveler, having been to over 40 countries. What You Will Learn: How Talia got involved in real estate after traveling to 45 different countries How Talia began working with Ryan from the Serhant team after 2 years of emailing What ways does athletics and team sports impact work ethic and goal setting What lessons did Talia learn from traveling and volunteering in orphanages How Talia's upbringing taught her to be a budgeter, save money, and spend on experiences What principles allow you to live life authentically Why it's important to build organic and genuine relationships with people professionally How to contact Talia McKinney: Website: https://www.serhant.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talia-mckinney-b3365832/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/serhant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talia.mckinney Twitter: https://twitter.com/serhant_/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taliamckinney/

Making authentic connections is good for the soul as well as good for business. But how do you drill down to find out how best to share your passions, serve others and be intentional about reaching your goals? Hear Talia's insights: Why Talia was inspired to help the local community during the COVID-19 pandemic and what that taught her about forging authentic connections in her professional life How to find what your light is so you can shine brightly and make a contribution to the world Why working with Ryan Serhant was a long-term goal of Talia's, how persistence paid off, and what she did to manifest her success How Talia builds natural relationships with her clients How playing to your strengths and being willing to learn is critical for new agents Why building a team can feel like a challenge and how to take that first step How Talia is evolving her career and her plans for the future Nurturing Relationships We're in the relationship business, so if our only focus is the transactions and the bottom line, we will miss the authentic connections at the heart of what we do. The real estate business isn't a one-way street — but when we lose sight of that and fall into the trap of believing that our interactions are purely financial, then we're making a huge mistake. When we disregard the human side of our business, then the disconnect between the passion and authenticity and our company widens. The relationships that we're establishing with clients, past, present, and future, are seeds. We're planting seeds, nurturing them, and watching as every seed grows into a beautiful plant or flower. And that's the joy of relationships; we don't know how they're going to turn out. But what we do know is that if you give love and value and service to every single relationship you develop, it becomes the opportunity to grow into something unique. Making Authentic Connections in the World of Real Estate In our conversation in this week's Pursuing Freedom episode, Talia shares how she first became aware of Ryan Serhand and why his show sparked her interest in the world of real estate. We talk extensively about how a huge part of Talia's business in 2020 was being genuine and reaching out to people to see how they were doing — not talking real estate — just having genuine check-ins with clients. Manifesting success has always been a big part of how Talia works towards her goals. We learn how she reached out to Ryan, finally landed a place on his team, and her philosophy on diving right into her role as a real estate freshman. The importance of getting to know your market cannot be ignored, and we discuss how Talia worked her way up to selling million-dollar properties in the luxury New York market. For more about Talia McKinney and where she plans to go next with her real estate business, head over to https://www.serhant.com/ or say hi on Facebook on https://www.facebook.com/talia.mckinney. And as always, check out www.pursuingfreedom.com for other great podcast episodes and interviews with industry professionals! About Talia McKinney: Talia McKinney, as seen on Bravo TV's Million Dollar Listing New York, approaches real estate with the belief that success is built upon the strength of the relationship. She is patient and attentive when listening to client needs and goals, and her sincerity, honesty, and innate ability to connect are how she makes this time-consuming and often emotional process as easy and pleasant as possible. It is also why, after working with her, many of her clients refer her to friends and relatives. Talia works with buyers, sellers, developers, and renters all over the city—and particularly in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. In her seven years in the industry, she has compiled a substantial record of listings and sales that includes co-ops, condos, townhouses, and new developments at multiple price points. Her thoroughness and commitment distinguish her from typical agents, and her steady guidance has led to success and satisfaction for her clients. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Talia was recruited to run track at a state college and helped her team become state champions. After graduating, she moved to New York City and explored careers in fashion public relations, event planning, and hospitality. Now an established presence in the real estate community, she was sought out to be a TEDx speaker and is the host of the exclusive LISTED show, 3 in a Million. When she isn't running around Manhattan selling condos and co-ops or dashing to an afternoon townhouse showing in Brooklyn, Talia can be found volunteering at Achilles International, NY Cares, or the Boys and Girls Club. She competes in triathlons and marathons—what better way to train for the next sprint to an open house?—and is also an avid world traveler, having been to over 40 countries. How to Connect With Talia McKinney: Website: https://www.serhant.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talia-mckinney-b3365832/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/serhant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talia.mckinney Twitter: https://twitter.com/serhant_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taliamckinney/ Balanced Growth Course: Website: https://pursuingfreedom.thinkific.com/courses/balanced-growth Additional Resources: Set for Success Planner Time Tracker 5-Step Guide to More Referrals  

This is a special episode of the Penny Forward podcast prompted by a post to the Penny Forward Facebook group. Kaiti Shelton wondered if we could do an episode on fitness on a budget. We thought that was a great idea, and we decided to collaborate with Greg Linberg of the Eyes Free Sports podcast to pull together a panel of fitness experts and enthusiasts who are all blind to talk about fitness on a budget including exercising at home Vs. at a gym, participating in solo Vs. team sports, and exercising with and without equipment. Some resources mentioned in the show were: bodybuilding.com, United States Association of Blind Athletes, Challenged Athletes Foundation, Move United, and Achilles International. A full text transcript of this episode can be found at http://pennyforward.com/penny-forward-transcript-s2e9-fitness-on-a-budget/ Do you have a fitness or budgeting tip you'd like to share? Continue the conversation in the Penny Forward Facebook group, a safe space to get support from the Penny Forward community. The Penny Forward podcast is about blind people building bright futures one penny at a time. Subscribe by searching for “Penny Forward” using your favorite podcast app, ask your smart speaker to play the podcast, “Penny Forward”, check out the Penny Forward YouTube channel, or listen to all of our past episodes and read full text transcripts at http://pennyforward.com/podcast Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/pennyforward)

"When you guide somebody, there is a bond that is formed that is undeniable to know that they couldn't have done it without you and also that you're doing it because of them as well." Dr. Joe Park is a good friend of mine and some of you might know of him from his time on Tayshia Adams' season of The Bachelorette or his brief stint on the latest season of Bachelor In Paradise. But he's more than just a reality TV show contestant. He's a full-time anesthesiologist and interventional pain specialist in New York City. He's one of the nicest guys out there and you'll hear a couple of stories of why that's the case. He and I will be running the NYC Marathon together next weekend and hoping to run under 3 hours and 30 minutes. He is fundraising for Achilles International, whose mission is to transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connections. There are 28 chapters in 19 states. Joe has been a guide for the New York City chapter before and in this episode, you'll learn a lot about the power a guide can have on an athlete living with a disability. Dr. Joe's fundraiser: https://give.achillesinternational.org/DrJoe SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TRACKSMITH is a Boston-based running brand, who crafts performance apparel for training, racing and rest days. With fall races quickly approaching they know race day is as much about reaching the finish line as it is about the consistency and determination it takes to get to the start. Gear up for going far with their fall running essentials and check out the Tracksmith Journal for some marathon tips from the Tracksmith team. Listeners get 15% off their purchase using code CITIUS15 at checkout. Visit Tracksmith.com today. HOW TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST

In today's episode, Ryan McKeen sat down with Erin Spaulding, the Connecticut Chapter President of Achilles International, to learn all about the incredibly aspirational work the organization is doing for the community. The work her team is doing to break down barriers and limitations for anyone interested in running and adaptive sports is so meaningful to us and, more importantly, our clients. If you are interested in learning more on how to get involved with Achilles International CT as a member or volunteer, check it out here: https://www.achillesct.org/ If you would like to donate to the cause, you can do so here: https://www.achillesct.org/donations/ To contact Ryan McKeen you can call 24/7: (860)471-8333 or visit us at https://cttrialfirm.com/our-community/

The guys chat Saint George Marathon and Achilles International with several guests.

Prof. Alister Hart Alister is the University College of London (UCL) chair of orthopaedics and a consultant hip surgeon. He leads a research team of surgical technologists, based at the UCL Stanmore Campus & Royal National Orthopedic Hospital NHS Trust, focused on Implant Science and Surgical Imaging Technology, with Running for Science being a key project. Professor Hart is also an avid runner as well. ****To follow the Exercise For Science visit them on Instagram: @exerciseforscience (https://www.instagram.com/exerciseforscience/). You can find Exercise For Science on the web at: https://www.exerciseforscience.org. Exercise for Science brings together members of the public with scientists, doctors, orthopaedic surgeons and radiologists in a combined research project, dedicated to answering such questions by scientifically testing the benefits of exercise.*** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

At 20 years old, Matt Rodjam, while attending college and running on his college XC team, began gradually losing his central vision.  Eventually, doctors diagnosed Matt with Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy, which only allows Matt to see peripherally.  Over the next several months Matt lost his central vision, but he did not lose his determination to keep running, which led him to becoming a sub-three hour marathoner at the California International Marathon (during which Scott Jurek served as a guide) and a top finisher among blind runners at the Boston Marathon in a time of 3:06.  Matt, who is the father of three and a program specialist at the Department of Homeland Security, relies on his peripheral vision to run solo during his training runs.  Matt's journey of acceptance and determination serves as a reminder that obstacles are meant to be overcome!  Interested in becoming a guide for a blind runner?  Check out United in Stride (www.unitedinstride.com) and Achilles International (www.achillesinternational.org). Lastly, check out our personalized coaching! Head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com). Follow us on social media @runfartherandfaster (Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter).   Thank you to our sponsors, @soupergirl—use the code RUN20 for 20 percent off—-@oofos, @lilytrotterscompression, and @SPIbelt. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/runfartherandfaster/message

Michelle "Mimi" Phillips, 51 years old, born and raised in Louisville, KY, is an empty nester with two adult sons.  As a child and young adult, Michelle was overweight which made her shy away sports being athletic. It was after a heart attack that Michelle began to take her health more seriously. Today, Michelle has participated in many 5k races, 15K's and half marathons. Michelle believes that her own unique qualities are her superpower! She is a proud member of the LGBTQ community, ambassador for the River City Races and represents curvy, plus size runners near and far in the running community. ****To follow the Michelle visit her on Instagram: @mimi_is_changing (https://www.instagram.com/mimi_is_changing/).***          ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message***             ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f                ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on:            Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead),               Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek),   Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts     Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo),              Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! ***                 ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show.  Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00.  Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Founder of Fund Her Tri nonprofit organization, Lynn Mattix is an endurance athlete, USAF veteran, wife & mom of 2 kids. She works professionally in the aviation industry, but has a passion for introducing more women to swim, bike, & run. Lynn started Fund Her Tri to bring more women to every triathlon start line & to date, this organization has paid for over 80 women to do their first race. ****To follow the Fund Her Tri visit them on Instagram: @fundhertri (https://www.instagram.com/fundhertri/). You can find FUNDHERTRI on the web at: https://fundhertri.org. Fund Her Tri is a labor of love and has no paid employees. The organization was chartered to pursue equality in triathlon, break down financial barriers & make triathlon more accessible to women & girls. We raise money to pay race registration fees for first-time, female triathletes.*** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Jenny Pearson grew up in Mississippi seeing and experiencing many unhealthy physical and mental behaviors. She joined the military to change her personal situation and to learn how to be healthy. She had NEVER exercised before joining the military! For her, it has been many years of trial and error Jenny has found a path to maintain health and wellness. She says: “Exercise is a big part of my life and one of things I am most grateful for! I'm proud of the fact that I will try anything new to move my body….” It was this interest in trying née things that got Jenny involved in triathlons. The not for profit organization Fund Her Tri was pivotal in her effort getting started, and they are the reason she is able to continue to do triathlons around the country and world. ****To follow the Fund Her Tri visit them on Instagram: @fundhertri (https://www.instagram.com/fundhertri/). You can find FUNDHERTRI on the web at: https://fundhertri.org. Fund Her Tri is a labor of love and has no paid employees. The organization was chartered to pursue equality in triathlon, break down financial barriers & make triathlon more accessible to women & girls. We raise money to pay race registration fees for first-time, female triathletes.*** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen to The Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Kennith Pinckney is an endurance athlete and entrepreneur based in San Diego, California. At the age of 29, Kennith decided to join the United States Navy - not knowing how to swim. After 50 tries, 3 months and walking to the swimming facilities in the middle of winter, Kennith finally passed his Navy swimming qualifications.  Thus began life as a career Navy man. Kennith describes his first few years as "getting by" which finally caught up with him, when he failed his weigh-in. At 240 lbs, Kennith faced a new challenge to change or simply stay the same. Kennith decided it was time for a big change. He decided to start running.  With the help of his coach, Kennith lost weight, passed his weight quals in the Navy and eventually became CFL Command Fitness Leader in his Naval Reserve Unit. Kennith says: "I was transformed physically and mentally...I went from running 14:00/mile to running 11:00/mile...So far, I have lived a life full of uncertainties, hopelessness, hopeful, failures, triumph, different directions, anxiety, feeling of unworthiness , gratefulness, disappointments, and gratitude which I am at the present moment."  Kennith invites all runners to remember: "The journey we all live is going to be hills, valleys, peaks, mountains to climb. There is no limit on what we can do, what we can overcome, how much we can do, we all can be BOUNDLESS. To be boundless is to Love it, Hate it, Embrace….the Journey, your journey. Hopefully we all can go on this journey together and be BOUNDLESS." ****To follow the Kennith visit  him on Instagram: @live_run_boundless (https://www.instagram.com/live_run_boundless/). You can find Live Run Boundless on the web at: https://www.liverunboundless.com***        ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message***   ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f          ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on:         Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead),            Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek),   Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo),           Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! ***              ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show.  Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00.  Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

April Pullins is originally from Chicago, IL. She has also lived in Phoenix, AZ and now resides in Atlanta, GA with her husband and three sons. Previously, April worked as a special educator working with deaf children in K-12 education. In 2014, April left her 15 year career in education to pursue life as an entrepreneur and independent ASL Interpreter. While living in Arizona, April's sister in law started running and training for marathons. She was fascinated by the sport and even more so by her sister in laws' persistence in training through Arizona heat. This planted the seed for the future. A few years later, during a difficult time in her marriage, April opened her front door and just went for a run. She enjoyed the seeing the beauty around her and the peace of mind running gave her. It was running that carried her through a challenging time. But, after she and her husband worked things out, she put running on the back burner. Fast forward to the COVID-19 pandemic, a fellow sign language interpreter lost 70 pounds running and working out. It was seeing her friend's success that encouraged April to hit her stride last year. The timing was perfect as April was also battling depression. It was again through running that April was able to reconnect with herself. To date, April has run a handful of 5k's and 10K's and she is currently training for her first half marathon. ****To follow the April visit her on Instagram: @thisisaprilpullins/ (https://www.instagram.com/thisisaprilpullins/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Phyllis Stanley is an ultra runner based out of the Pacific Northwest (PNW), prime country for glorious mountain trails.  She and her two boys live in a small town called Montesano which is about 43 miles west of Olympia, Olympic National Park  and the Olympic Mountains along with the Cascades Mountains.     Phyllis was born and raised in Arizona on the Navajo Nation just outside of small reservation town called Kayenta.  It was a complete rural setting without typical American household amenities like running water, indoor plumbing, and electricity.  Growing up, there was no shortage of work or chores, daily and year round, because her family owned a huge herd of cattle, horses, sheep and goats.   Phyllis' parents practiced traditional Navajo spiritual customs, so her days always began with early morning runs to the east to greet the holy spirits before sunrise.  Rain, sleet, or hail, as a family, they always ran together (unless you were in bed with the flu, of course!).  Every summer Phyllis, her parents and siblings also planted a big field of corn, but not your average sized garden plot, it was an acre corn field! They also planted and harvested variety of squash, melons and other vegetables.  Early in 1986, Phyllis' dad passed away in an automobile accident. Her mom did her best to continue but had to downsize because it was too much to manage.    After losing many very dear loved ones, trail running became a way to help Phyllis grieve.  Phyllis lost her mom in 2012, followed by an older sister two years later, to cancer.  Then in 2018, Phyllis lost her brother JB after a bout with stomach cancer in 2018.  Losing her brother turned her world upside down because he was an inspirational person in her life.  Phyllis dove into trail running as a way to cope with onsetting depression and it became only thing that was helpful in processing her grief.  Phyllis completed her first 50 miler on July 27, 2019, exactly a year to the day that her brother passed away.  It was the White River 50 which takes place in the shadow of Mount Rainier (think lots of elevation gain). Phyllis was crewed by her late fiancè (along with her two sons), Luis, who passed away after a hard fought battle with cancer last year, Oct 2020 - just two weeks shy of his 43rd birthday.     Of the last few years, Phyllis says, “It's been a trying time but also survive-able thanks to ultra running.  It's definitely given me a new perspective and appreciation for loving with a full heart because we just don't know when is our last day on this planet.”   ****To follow the Phyllis visit  her on Instagram: @phyllis.stanley (https://www.instagram.com/phyllis.stanley/)  ***      ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message***        ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f  ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on:         Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead),  Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek),   Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts!   Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo),    Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Emily Glasser joined Achilles International as Interim Executive Director in August 2019 and was named President and CEO in November 2019. Emily brings with her over a decade of experience managing strategic partnerships for top-tier cultural institutions and innovative mission-driven startups. Her skills have been developed at large institutions such as Deutsche Bank and MoMA as well as the startup, Goalsetter. Through her work with Achilles, Emily hopes to advance understanding of the importance of inclusion and accessibility in all elements of society and culture. An avid runner, Emily believes firmly in the elevating power of sport for all. Emily is a graduate of Dartmouth College and resides with her husband and two daughters in New York City. Instagram/Facebook Don't forget to check out my book that inspired this podcast series, The Caring Economy: How to Win With Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toby-usnik/support

Jodie Bayardo is a 34 year old mom from Central Florida. She works full time as an operations manager in the mortgage industry; she is also pursuing her MBA. Jodie also happens to be legally blind! She is very passionate about advocacy for accessibility in the workplace and in sports. Jodie uses her social media platforms to document my life and change the way that society views sight loss. Jodie says, "I may have lost my sight - but I have found my vision!". In 2014, after having her son, Jodie began running as a weight loss effort. Her journey was interrupted, though, when she began losing her sight at age 29. As she learned to navigate the changes in her life and body, running became more about her mental health. Running was a constant reminder to Jodie that she was still capable! Running has carried her through some of the darkest days and taught Jodie to love and respect her body in all of its forms and phases. Today, Jodie is a 3 time marathoner, an 18 time half marathoner, and she's chasing the World Majors! She's been toying with ultra running. Currently, Jodie is training for Disney's Dopey Challenge in January of 2022. ****To follow the Jodie visit her on Instagram: @blindgirlfit (https://www.instagram.com/blindgirlfit/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Francesco Magisano, blind since the age of 16, is a triathlete, cyclist, and the New York City metro region director for Achilles International, a global organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Tune in to learn how Francesco used TrainerRoad to add 120w to his FTP and place second in the 2021 USA National Para-cycling Road and Time Trial Championships. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.TrainerRoad.com/forum  Be a guest on the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://bit.ly/2Mg8up6  ----------------------------------------------  ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING'S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM TrainerRoad makes cyclists faster. Athletes get structured indoor workouts, science-backed training plans, and easy-to-use performance analysis tools to reach their goals Learn about Adaptive Training: https://bit.ly/3gOeL6n Build Your Custom Plan: https://bit.ly/3zIsowJ Train Together with Group Workouts: https://bit.ly/3cUX4Rp Get Started: https://bit.ly/3xIjzRP ----------------------------------------------  ATHLETE INTERVIEWS THAT MAKE YOU FASTER The Successful Athletes Podcast dissects the preparation and execution of outstanding performances by TrainerRoad athletes. From world record performances to personal records and life-changing health improvements, get an inside look at what it takes to get faster. Subscribe to the Successful Athletes Podcast on iTunes: https://apple.co/2X0KEj2 ----------------------------------------------  FOLLOW TRAINERROAD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerRd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainerroad/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrainerRoad Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/trainerroad

Deo Kato (aka Deoruns) is a plant-based Endurance athlete, Adventurer, PT & Running Coach and Activist. He recently completed a run streak by running a minimum of 10km every day for 381 days from 06th of June 2020 to 21st of June 2021. The 381-day protest run honors those of the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955-56 and the bravery shown by those who fought against racial segregation. Following the murders of Ahmaud Aurbery, Bryonna Taylor and George Floyd in 2020, Deo set off to use running as a form of activism and to bring about change for the issues that matter most to him. Deo started running as a way to find a solution to an undiagnosed health condition that affected his body. The condition prevented Deo from doing any physical activity or being in warm or hot environments. Deo's doctor told him that there was nothing wrong with him and that the condition that affected was all in his head. That's when he knew he had to figure out a way to heal his body. ****To follow the Deo visit the on Instagram: @deoruns_381 (https://www.instagram.com/deoruns_381/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

This week on Failing Awesomely, I had the opportunity to chat with Talia McKinney, who you may know from the Bravo show, Million Dollar Listing New York. Talia is a real estate agent on the Ryan Serhant team, host of the youtube show "3 In A Million", Ted X speaker, and Achilles International volunteer. We chat about her journey to moving and working in NYC and how she started her real estate career on the Serhant team just TWO years into her career. Her kindness and authenticity is a beautiful and rare thing, especially in a field as competitive as real estate, but Talia has gained so much success by being her true self and caring for her clients on a deep, personal level. Even though she has a very demanding schedule, she makes times to give back every week through her volunteer work. I learned SO much from Talia and her formula for success = kindness + hard work + genuine authenticity. Connect with Talia: Talia's Instagram - @taliamckinney Million Dollar Listing New York - https://www.bravotv.com/million-dollar-listing-new-york/videos?_branch_match_id=945647573402369538 Ryan Serhant Team - serhant.com 3 In A Million Youtube show - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ciqQHuLo8hI&list=PLS4Fa1QvOB6iRWiQRtBVug8FT594lkLjp&index=1 Talia's TedX - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79TOQ-lH3l8 Achilles International - achillesinternational.org Connect with Lindsey: Lindsey's Instagram(s) - @lindseyhgarcia // @failingawesomely // @janesdaughters Email - failingawesomelypodcast@gmail.com

Esosa Osagiede, MPH, RDN, LD Melanin_PoppinRDN Esosa is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's in Public Health with a focus in Underserved Population. She is a Black Woman that holds both privileged and marginalized identities. Esosa believes good nutrition encompasses more than what we eat and drink but includes your relationship with food and our mindset. Esosa's mission is to help Black women redefine heath on their terms without diet culture. ****To follow the Esosa visit the on Instagram: @melanin_poppinrdn (https://www.instagram.com/melanin_poppinrdn/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Өнөөдрийн дугаарт Nike-ийн Үүсгэн байгуулагч Фил Найтын “Пүүзэнд дурлагч” номын зохиолчын гүйх болон түүнийгээ тултал хөгжүүлэн олонд хүлээн зөвшөөрүүлж чадсан шалтгаантай тун адил хирнээ Монголд төдийлөн хөгжөөгүй гүйлт гэдэг төрлийг тэр тусмаа хэн ч гүйж болдог гэдгийг зориглон өөрийн биеэр үлгэрлэн харуулж буйгаас гадна оюутнуудад өөрийн сурсан мэдсэнээ зааж, олон нийтэд сурталчилж яваа зоримог бүсгүйг урин ярилцав. Тэрээр 13 настайдаа өвчний улмаас нэг хөлөө тайруулсан ч алдарт Нью Йоркийн марафонд мэргэжлийн болон хагас мэргэжлийн тамирчидтай зэрэгцэн гүйж, 42 км замаа амжилттай дуусгасан төдийгүй өдгөө АШУҮИС-ийн зан үйл, нийтийн эрүүл мэндийн тэнхимд багшлахын зэрэгцээ хөгжлийн бэрхшээлтэй хүмүүсийг спортоор хичээллүүлэх, спортоор дамжуулан хөгжүүлэх зорилготой "Achilles International" байгууллагын Монгол дахь салбарыг хамтран үүсгэн байгуулсан бөгөөд жил бүрийн есдүгээр сард "Итгэл найдвар, боломж" марафон гүйлтийг зохион байгуулж, хөгжлийн бэрхшээлтэй олон хүнд итгэл найдвар, өөртөө итгэх итгэлийг бэлэглэдэг билээ. Түүний хэлсэн нэг үг сэтгэлд одоо ч сонстоно. Энэ бол Боломж үргэлж байдаг үүнд итгээрэй бас зүтгэлтэй байхад бүх боломжууд шил шилээ даган гарч ирдэг гэв. Та нийгмийн чиглэлээр ажиллах гэж байгаа бол заавал сонсох дугаар шүү. "Ахиллис Монгол" ТББ-ын үүсгэн байгуулагч, АШУҮИС-ийн багш О.Саранчулуун

We were joined this week by Wayv Run Kollektiv co-founders and runners. **Jarred Kennedy-Loving is originally from Boston, Massachusetts, and has lived in Berlin since 2015. In 2020, he completed his M.A. in Gender Studies and currently works as an educational training specialist in the field of sexual and gender diversity. His hobbies include baking, birding, and running. **Thi Minh Huyen Nguyen is a writer, scholar and athlete. As a co-founder of WAYV RUN KOLLEKTIV, she's empowering BIPOC/LGBTQI* communities inside and outside of running. When Huyen is not writing or running, she volunteers for anti-racism projects like “IchbinkeinVirus.org” and advocates for intersectional feminism with initiatives like BIWOC* Rising. **Daniel Marin Medina is a queer, Colombian-born artist, writer, and runner. Daniel's work focuses on bodies and sexuality which also spills over into the running. He is the second co-founder of Wayv Run Kollektiv and has, along with his team of leaders and captains, made it the long-term goal to bring the joys and benefits of running to more marginalised and underrepresented people. **Justice Mvemba is the founder of the Travel Agency My Premium Travel. The Agency is based in berlin and curates group travels for the BIPOC community in Africa & Europe.What's more she works as consultant for a start up in live video shopping. Besides running Justice engages in different projects that empower Black and Brown people. Last she was involved in organizing the QTIBIPOC* Demonstration in Berlin. ****To follow the Wayv Run Kollektiv visit the on Instagram: @wayvrunkollektivi (https://www.instagram.com/wayvrunkollektiv/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Erica Williams is a trail and ultrarunner living in Lexington, KY. She boasts two 100-hundred mile ultramarathons and a 50-mile race among her finishes, which also include over a dozen 50Ks and marathons, respectively. Always in pursuit of even crazier adventures, she is currently training for the 2021 Tahoe 200 Mile Endurance Race and plans to attempt the Triple Crown of 200s in 2022. (Bio via Trail Running Sisters) ****To follow Erica visit her on Instagram: @ericafiguresitout (https://www.instagram.com/ericafiguresitout/)  ***   ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message***     ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f        ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on:       Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead),        Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek),   Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts!    Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo),       Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! ***         ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show.  Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00.  Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

In 1989, Trisha Meili was viciously attacked, leaving her with extensive injuries, 80 percent blood loss and a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). Doctors didn't think she would survive, but Trisha did more than survive – she thrived. In this episode, we will hear Trisha's heart wrenching story and the three factors that kept her motivated through her long recovery: support, hope, and inspiration. During this interview, Trisha Meili speaks about her involvement with the Achilles International Organization: a running, walking and wheeling program for people with all types of disabilities. To learn more about Achilles International, visit: www.achillesinternational.org

Adina Crawford is a certified PYTT 200, VYTT 200 and 50 YSTT Yoga Teacher. She teaches Meditation and Mindfulness. She is a mentor, motivator, advocate and community influencer. She is heavily involved in the fitness community in several realms besides yoga she runs, cycles, swims and participates with various community events to promote wellnss. Adina is an ambassador for Black Girls Run, HoneyStinger, Nuun, Black Girls Do Bike (Shero) and Zooma National Ambassador and a FitPro for Athleta. She also serves an ambassador for Trek Bicycles, REI Co-op Partner, Brand fitness model for Terry Bikes and Oiselle. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Black Girls Run Foundation. She has her own Blog on fitness, she has been featured in various online articles, podcasts and participated with the Brooks Running shoes campaign. Her calling to teach yoga has been about diversity and community with the understanding that each person is unique, everyone is at a different level and growth. Diversity is the community together. Her speciality in yoga is Vinyasa, Sculpt and Restorative. Her goal is to bring more diversity and awareness to the mat and spread the love of all the benefits of yoga coupled with other activities is beneficial. YOGA IS FOR EVERY-BODY. In addition she has taught at various locations I.e. Lululemon, Athleta, private events, family reunions, private schools and local fitness centers. In 2016 she completed her first Marathon (Chicago) numerous half marathons, several indoor Triathlons and cycling events in various cities. ****To follow Adina visit her on Instagram: @deanietheyogini (https://www.instagram.com/deanietheyogini/) *** ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on: Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead), Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek), Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! *** ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show. Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00. Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Gina Meyer is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who has been a leader in the field of outpatient physical therapy and sports medicine, providing the highest quality, patient-focused care since 2003. In her early career, Dr. Meyer practiced across many states, becoming an experienced manual therapist with multiple orthopedic specializations (including treatment and prevention of running injuries). She is a published researcher in outpatient rehabilitation. She founded Best Life Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine on the East Coast in 2012 and remains an active partner there, while also owning and operating Rise Pacific Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine in Thousand Oaks.    Dr. Meyer has a true passion for helping her patients beat their pain so that they can get back to doing the things they love. This pursuit led to her role as founder and host of the Rise Resolute Podcast, a podcast designed to connect women through female athletes' stories of grit and perseverance.    Dr. Meyer believes that being active is a privilege that enhances our lives in so many ways. She is an avid runners and advocate for running, which has countless physical and mental benefits, including improved stress management and decreased anxiety/depression, which is more important than ever at this time.    Gina founded the non-profit ARC (Active, Resolute, Connected) based on her passion for breaking barriers and empowering women by improving their mental/physical health and overall well-being through running. ARC provides four key components (virtual, individualized running coaching, virtual physical therapy, athlete mentorship, and mindfulness training) to support a woman's success in running. Dr. Meyer recognizes that running can be hard, so providing women with the tools and support they need to be successful can make all the difference. Every woman has a runner within. Connected we can RISE.   ****To follow Dr. Meyer and Active|Resolute|Connected visit The Rise Resolute Podcast on Instagram @riseresolute (https://www.instagram.com/riseresolute/) and ARC's Instagram Page  @activeresoluteconnected (https://www.instagram.com/activeresoluteconnected/)  ***   ****Host, Coach Pilar Arthur-Snead, https://linktr.ee/mindfulrunner **** Leave me a message at https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message*** ***Please Like and Subscribe to The Last Tenth Podcast on You Tube: https://bit.ly/37foa2f        ***Listen toThe Last Tenth Podcast on:       Anchor.fm (https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead),        Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3lXB5ek),   Please be sure to leave your positive feedback and 5 star review on Apple Podcasts!    Google Podcasts (https://bit.ly/3oqGUTo),       Spotify (https://spoti.fi/37Oowgm) and so much more! ***         ****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! *****If you like what you've heard on the show, please consider contributing to or sponsoring the show.  Contact the host Pilar Arthur-Snead ( https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/message ) for more information on sponsorship! A portion of the sponsorship dollars and donation proceeds will benefit Achilles International. So consider a monthly donation of $1.00, $5.00 or even $10.00.  Your generous support of the show will benefit Achilles International (To Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y7ggx2ym) or click "Donate" on Anchor.fm . More about Achilles International at www.achillesinternational.org *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pilar-arthur-snead/support

Brooke and Teri chat about Brooke's career as a Fashion Editor for Shape, Glamour, Vogue.com and Instyle.com. Brooke moved from NY to Aspen where she lives out her passion as a plant based health coach. Brooke is a nine-time marathoner, an ultra marathoner, and she also guides disabled athletes with Achilles International. Brooke's STELLARGIRL spirit is full of joy for life shines on in all she does. brookeelydanielson.com

Episode 027 | Michael Tubiak and Steve Johnson (The RP Show) join the podcast. Mike and Steve are the creators of the RP Show, a fun and informative YouTube channel that shares their collective knowledge of living with RP and tackles problems the RP community faces as our vision diminishes. To watch the RP show, visit: The RP Show - YouTube | To learn more about Achilles International, visit: achillesinternational.org | To learn more about Directions For Men, visit: directionsformen.org.uk | To learn more about Cystic Fibrosis Warriors, visit:  https://www.cfwarriors.org.uk/ | To learn more about this podcast, visit: seethroughpod.com 

July 26, 2020 marked the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While there has been tremendous progress made during the disability rights movement, there is still a long way to go. Emily Finkelstein talks with Nicole Jorwic, the Senior Director of Pubic Policy at The Arc, on the ADA in 2020 and her recommendations to strengthen the ADA;  Emily also sits down with Abigail Shaw, a mentorship coordinator at Learning Ally to discuss her hopes for the future of the disability rights movement as someone who is deeply and personally impacted by it. Transcript: 0:00: Welcome from Emily Finkelstein 3:43: Nicole Jorwic discuss the most impactful parts of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 20:40: Abigail Shaw discuss how we can better support Americans with disabilities. Photo Credit: rosefirerising GUEST SPEAKERS: Nicole Jorwic is the Senior Director of Public Policy at The Arc, a national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Prior to joining The Arc policy team Nicole served as Senior Policy Advisor for the state of Illinois. Prior to that appointment, Nicole served as the CEO/President of the Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities where she continued the Institute's mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities and assisted the leadership of the state of Illinois in developing public policy driven best practices in serving individuals with disabilities. Nicole is also an accomplished special education attorney and an advocate for students with disabilities, with a focus on transition-aged youth. Nicole received her JD and Child and Family Law Certificate, from Loyola University Chicago. She received her BS from the University of Illinois. Nicole is also a sibling; her brother Chris is 31 and has autism. Abigail Shaw strives to educate the public on persons with disabilities through her hobbies and work. She received a BS in Music Industry Studies from Appalachian State University and is currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work from Fordham University. Abigail works at Learning Ally, an educational solutions organization primarily serving individuals with print related disabilities. At Learning Ally, Abigail serves as the College Success Program's mentorship coordinator for college students who are blind and contributes her skills with audio and recording to the production process of Learning Ally's audio books. As a long-distance runner, Abigail is a member and co-captain of the New York City chapter of Achilles International, an organization promoting mainstream athletics for people with disabilities. She has competed in several national half and whole marathons and triathlons. Since June of 2019, she has been on the Advisory Committee on Transit Accessibility for New York City Transit, and currently acts as the co-chair. Whether by plane, train, or automobile—Abigail's preferred method of transportation is with her yellow lab guide dog from Guiding Eyes for the Blind by her side.

College Knowledge Podcast - Episode 2: Mentorship: How Not to Reinvent the Wheel Being a college student with a visual impairment can be challenging but connecting to the College Success Program can help you make the most of this experience and succeed in reaching your goals. Join our mentors and cohosts, Bryan Duarte, Rachel Grider and Rashad Jones as they explore the academic, the professional, and the personal aspects of College Knowledge. If you are a college student who is blind or who has low vision, or you are curious about the world of college and visual impairment, this show is for you! Episode 2: Mentorship: How Not to Reinvent the Wheel In this episode, our hosts interview Abigail Shaw, Learning Ally's College Success Program Mentorship Coordinator. Learn about why she considers her role to be that of a platonic matchmaker and hear from College Success Program mentors and students about what mentorship through the program means to them. You can also find it on iTunes by searching College Knowledge or click here. Be sure to leave us a rating or review! Learn more about the College Success Program and sign up at learningally.org/CollegeSuccess.   Episode 2: Mentorship: How Not to Reinvent the Wheel Transcript Bryan Duarte: Welcome to College Knowledge, Learning Ally's podcast for college students who are blind or low vision. This show brings together three core elements of Learning Ally's College Success program – Mentoring, Resources and Community. I am your cohost Bryan Duarte, blind mentor, software engineer and universal designer. When you think about a mentor, what comes to mind? Is it someone who helped you through a tough time? Or maybe it was someone that helped you find the career path you were going to pursue. Maybe this person helped you become a better blind person or maybe just a better human in general. A mentor can be all these things and much more. Our Learning Ally CSP mentors have all undergone several interviews as well as a background check. We work with our students to set goals and we even celebrate with them when they achieve those goals. But, we are also individuals. Just like our students, we all come from different backgrounds, experiences with our vision and areas of interest. The person who coordinates this process is Abigail Shaw, part paper chaser, part interviewer, and to use her words, part platonic matchmaker. To interview her today is my cohost Rachel Grider. Rachel Grider: Thanks, Bryan. Abigail thinks of blindness as one of many parts of her identity. She attributes her positive attitude about her disability to her mother, who worked as a sign language interpreter, but also developed extensive knowledge about visual impairment along the way. Abigail studied music and audio engineering and is now pursuing her masters degree in social work. She moved from her home state of North Carolina to Brooklyn, New York. She is also a runner who has competed in marathons in New York City with Achilles International. She is also, incidentally, the audio engineer for this podcast. Welcome to the podcast as a speaker, Abigail. Abigail Shaw: Thanks, Rachel. It's fun to be the person in front of the microphone. Rachel Grider: All right. So, how did you become interested in College Success? Abigail Shaw: I actually started working for the College Success program in the fall of 2015 as a mentor. Another staff person at the time had reached out to me and let me know that they were looking for mentors and shortly after being a mentor for about a semester, the position of mentor coordinator opened and the rest is history. Rachel Grider: That's great. So, onto something that I'm sure everyone is curious about – matchmaking. Why do you call yourself a platonic matchmaker? And how does the process work for you and for a student? Abigail Shaw: So I kind of just think of it as a match. I've never witnessed or met someone who does matchmaking professionally. But the ways in which it's conveyed through media or the classic Fiddler on the Roof musical, there's usually really involved in getting to know as much as they can about these two parties and connecting them for, well, in the non platonic way of a happy life together as a married couple. But for all intents and purposes for our program, I think of it as a platonic matchmaker because I really try to learn as much as I can about the student and match them up with a mentor who has things in common with them; whether that's through academics, the technology they use, their personality. So I compile all the information that the students and mentors both share with me and then I kind of shift things around and think about who would work best together. Rachel Grider: Right. That's great. Sounds like a hard job but it sounds like a lot of fun too. So as a blind student, I always wanted to know what a job was like from day to day. Could you describe what your job looks like on a daily basis? Abigail Shaw: Yeah, so I also split my time at Learning Ally with our production department in helping to produce our audio books. So part of my day is spent on those tasks and the other part is on the College Success program. I've been working remotely for Learning Ally for the last about three years. So I work from home and occasionally go into our Princeton headquarters in New Jersey once a month or so. But I love getting to work from home. I create my own schedule. I have a little corner of my apartment where I always go to work. I have lots of meetings with our College Success program core team over video conferencing. I collaborate with my colleagues on Google Docs and Sheets a lot. I connect with our mentors and follow up on questions they might have in supporting students. I do a lot of reviewing of our audio for the audio books part and following up with our volunteer narrators and listeners to make sure that they are helping us to produce books in a timely manner so we can get them to students. So yeah so it's kind of a mixed bag of things, a lot of interpersonal kind of work as well as some technical audio pieces too. Rachel Grider: That's great. So you, you do a lot. That's amazing. So what is one piece of advice you'd give college students on their journey? Abigail Shaw: So one thing I think when I think about starting college is that it was a bit of a scary time cause there was a lot of unknowns, certainly a lot of anticipation and excitement of getting to meet new people, learning lots of new things. But I think one thing that I would encourage students to remember is that it's ok to ask for help whenever you're uncomfortable or not sure or you just need assistance doing something. Because asking for help doesn't mean that you're any less independent or capable. We all need to lean on each other at times. And so whether asking a professor to better explain an assignment, asking a roommate to help you if you've lost  a shoe that has seemed to disappear into the abyss, asking somebody in the cafeteria if you're holding a bottle of orange juice versus apple juice, I think it's ok. And we should encourage one another to reach out whenever we need help with the small things and the big things.  Rachel Grider: Excellent. So is there anything else you'd like to share with us? Abigail Shaw: I'm just really excited that we have this program. I wish it had been around when I was a student. And I'm excited that we're expanding to do things like this podcast and I hope that students will continue to stay in touch with us and give us their feedback on how things are working or how they could be better. Rachel Grider: Great. Thank you so much for coming on the program, Abigail. Abigail Shaw: Thanks, Rachel. Rachel Grider: Now we'd like to introduce a mentor and a couple of students who have benefited from this program. So first I'm going to bring Bryan back in. He is completing his PhD in software engineering at Arizona State University. He loves talking technology, writing software and building universally designed assistive technology. He is also the father of an 11 year old daughter and 9 year old twin sons. Bryan, welcome to the podcast as a guest. Bryan Duarte: Thank you, Rachel. Appreciate it. Rachel Grider: All right. So in general what was your college experience like and how did that inspire you to mentor? Bryan Duarte: That is a great question and one that I love to share with those who I interact with. I like to be honest with everybody that I speak with about this because it really is the reason why I do what I do. I always tell people that my first semester was almost my last semester in college, at least in higher education. I first started. I took two classes at a community college and I thought things were going pretty well for what I could expect from a community college. And when I got to a university, I was always kind of under the impression that oh things are going to be so amazing. They're going to have all the resources. They're really going to have this accommodation thing down pat and the only struggle I'm going to have is doing the classes, right. Well I was wrong. I wasn't as accurate. And I think a lot of our students can attest to this. That not all universities do have it down pat. Some might, but others don't. So really what it takes is being able to advocate for yourself. And so my first semester was almost my last semester because I got there and I was taking calculus and physics and some pretty tough courses as a somewhat newly blind student. And there wasn't much support there and it came to the point where I had to drop calculus and I had to focus all my time, so many hours in the tutor center. But I ended up getting through it. So my original stop was to not give up and just to keep going and seek out resources and kind of like we all do, we find workarounds and find ways to solve the problems that we face. Rachel Grider: Yes. Thank you so much, Bryan. So onto mentoring, what do you enjoy most about mentoring? Bryan Duarte: How much time do we got? I especially like mentoring. For me, mentoring is as much for me as it is for the students. And I tell all of them that, because I don't look at them as mentees. I don't rarely ever call them mentees. I like to think of me as developing relationships with them, friendships, if you will. My background is in computer science and software engineering which is a pretty specific area and it's one that not a lot of people are in if they have a vision disability. So what I am unique in is that I have students who I work with who are pursuing educational careers in that area. So we have a lot in common right out the gate. And we get to talk about things that we're doing, things that we want to do. And it's so awesome as someone who has this innovative mind to hear and work with students who their mind is even more innovative. And  it's so inspiring to me all the time when I meet these students. And I'm like, “Wait, how old are you and you've done what?” It's very inspiring to me. So I really love to work with the students and to hear what they're doing and what they want to do and just really come beside them and push them, not let them cut corners, and just keep letting them push it till they achieve what they want. Rachel Grider: Wonderful, Brian. I can absolutely attest to that as well. So what would you say is one of the greatest challenges that you faced as a mentor? Bryan Duarte: I, again just being honest, I think that one of the biggest challenges is, for me as someone who is trying to develop relationships, working relationships, friendships with students, is when they don't want to ask questions. I can only help them or give them advice or coach them or share my experiences if I know what they're going through. I can guess what they're going through. But as we all can attest to, it's not all one size fits all, right. So we can't just guess that their experience is exactly like my experience. So if they don't ask questions, if they don't want to participate, if they don't want to engage, it really is difficult for me to work with them. But for the most part, I think as engineers, they always have questions, they're always used to going out and looking for answers. We always just kind of keep our channels, our networking resource channels open, if you will, that's the people, that's the websites, that's the podcasts or the  forums, whatever it is where we find answers open. So I don't run into that too often but every now and then I get a student who I work with that it either takes them a long time to open up and ask questions or they just never really do. So that's kind of the hardest thing for me. Rachel Grider: So Bryan, what would you tell a student who is considering working with a mentor or a student who is required by a program to work with one? Bryan Duarte: Great question. I would tell them definitely take the opportunity to partner with somebody, develop a relationship with somebody who… I think probably the best thing and I think that, you can attest to this as well, the best thing about the College Success program is the fact that they do a lot of work to match students with the mentor who is in their same walk of life. Either they're pursuing music degrees or they're already professional musicians, such as yourself, or  they're in acting or they're social workers or they're engineers. And they match you with students who are doing that same thing. So it's so beneficial. I would say this to any student with a visual impairment or not, that you really need to open up yourself to seeking out resources. Those resources are people like I said, those resources are tutor centers, those could be groups or clubs or organizations. But when you don't get yourself out there and you don't get involved and network with people, you're really closing yourself off to your full potential, I believe. Because there are people who have gone through what you've gone through, and it's so important that we don't reinvent the wheel, the title of this podcast, right – “Don't Reinvent the Wheel”. Go for it, talk to them, ask them questions, pick their brain, brainstorm together and just really take advantage of the opportunity you have to learn from somebody who's done what you've done, done what you could be doing. Rachel Grider: Yes, I absolutely agree with you. It's very difficult to be successful if you try to do everything alone, right? Bryan Duarte: Absolutely, yes absolutely.  Rachel Grider: We need to network and our matchmaker knows what she's doing.  Bryan Duarte: Yeah, platonic matchmaker professional. Rachel Grider: Platonic matchmaker. Yes, so thank you so much, Bryan for sharing your insights. So now let's go on to our two students. Our first student is Faizan Jamil, one of Brian's mentees. And don't worry, this isn't like a reality show when the two of them will start yelling at each other. Faizan, welcome to the show. Could you tell us a little about yourself? Faizan Jamil: Thank you for having me. Lets see, where do I start. I am a student who's studying computer science, studying in New Paltz. Currently, I'm in my third year of college. I hail from basically western Nassau County of Long Island, New York. It's right near the city and I've been visually impaired since pretty much birth and it's gotten to a point where I'm completely blind in my left eye, but my vision in my right eye is fine. Rachel Grider: Ok great, thank you. So what is one challenge you have faced during college? Faizan Jamil: More than ten. More than I can count on my fingers, I can tell you that much. Lets see, the one that keeps coming up and the one that's always, I mean always at the forefront of my mind is always I got time management, where it's even, where it's ok. Yeah, that we all have this issue in college it seems like. Well it's, you have even with a semester like this current semester that we're going through right now. I'm only taking three classes. I have a class where the professor is - nice lady. She gives a lot of work, she gives a lot of work and compound that with my other two classes, where one of them is Calculus 2, which for anyone who's had the, let's say, pleasure of taking that class, well who had the privilege of taking that class would agree, that's not an experience you'd want to go through again. Rachel Grider: I haven't taken that class but I can imagine. I can definitely imagine what you're talking about.  Faizan Jamil: Yeah, Bryan should know what I'm talking about.  Rachel Grider: Oh yes. Bryan Duarte: Oh, I very much do.  Rachel Grider: Oh man, that's why I'm a music major guys. All right, so how has working with a mentor helped with this challenge that you just described? Faizan Jamil:  Now Bryan, as you know, is my mentor. He has been extremely helpful when it comes to this sort of thing, that's extremely helpful as, helpful as, someone can be in this situation where we will go exchange back and forth text messages. We were texting about this well a couple of weeks ago before my online classes started. He has been extremely helpful in the regard that I have been mentioning that I have struggles with time management, or this issue and that issue. He's suggested ways that I can handle that with mobile apps or computer apps or whatever. So for time management specifically, he gave me a couple recommendations for apps like Google Keep. Microsoft has their own to do list app and there's Any.do, Wunderlist that sort of thing. I eventually went with the Google option of Google Keep because I don't use my Microsoft account that much and Google already has me in their clutches. So give them some more food to feed on if you know what I'm saying.  Bryan Duarte: They have us all, buddy. Faizan Jamil: Yeah, they do. Rachel Grider: Great. Thank you for sharing that. That is a great example of how your mentor has helped you and also how technology has helped you. So now that we've talked about challenges, what is one thing that you enjoy about college?  Faizan Jamil: The people. Without a doubt, it's dorm life and the people you meet there. And that's what's absolutely made college for me. Right now, college to me is all about dorm life where, not that I have parties in my room and stuff like that, not that I'm too distracted from my studies but, I have a group of friends that I hang out with. I have a couple people that I very much enjoy the company of and that they, I hope, enjoy my company. But I consider them friends and I really hope that after college we can stay in touch. But we'll see how that goes. Hopefully it will.  Rachel Grider: So do you feel that the social aspect of college is just as important as the academic aspect? Faizan Jamil: Oh absolutely. I learned that firsthand my first year where I had a tough schedule for a first semester kid and I didn't have a good group of friends to turn to. So I had to find one and luckily within the past couple, like past twoish years, I found one. Rachel Grider: Excellent. That is wonderful.  Bryan Duarte: So Faizan, can you let us know. Have you used any of the school resources such as your gym or your tutoring center or have gotten involved in any clubs or organizations at school? Faizan Jamil: Yeah sure. That's a good question, Brian. Let's just start with the facilities because that's a bit of a shorter bit for me to say. So I have used the on-school gyms. So actually at my school it's a bit interesting where we have a gym on campus which is spacious. It's big. It's all right. It's nothing to sneeze at, but it's a free gym so who's going to complain. We also have a mini gym in some of the dorms, or at least in mine, where down in the basement 8:30 to 12 every night, the mini gym is open. And you can do some exercise there. There‘s no cardio stuff but they do offer yoga mats and stuff. I normally just hang around there because frankly, I confess in cold weather, I can't be bothered to walk all the way to the gym in just gym shorts. So, but in short, I have used the gym, yes. I generally go there for stress relief and stuff. As for clubs, yeah I've been involved with one or two clubs. First semester, I was involved with a bit more but I had to sort of narrow it down to find clubs that I actually enjoyed going to. So right now I'm currently involved with two clubs. One of which is the gaming society on campus its called, I think, “Gaming Society of New Paltz” where they do a variety of gaming not just video gaming or board gaming. It's sort of a mix of both where you have one… Rachel Grider: That's cool. Faizan Jamil: Yeah I know. It's awesome. I love it. Bryan Duarte: Do you guys have LAN parties? Faizan Jamil: I wish. I'd love for there to be LAN parties. But no, they usually just have console games and then board games like various games like Secret Hitler. Occasionally we have UNO nights or card games or D&D (Dungeons & Dragons). And I'm currently serving on the e-board for that club which I also very much enjoy. Rachel Grider: That's great. Bryan Duarte: That's really awesome. That's good to hear because I think a lot of students are apprehensive about getting involved in clubs when they have any kind of disability, not even just a visual disability. So that's really awesome that you shared that. I hope some students will take away that they can be fun and they are inviting whether you have a visual disability or not. Thank you. Faizan Jamil: Because I'm blind in my left eye, I pretty much have to use a cane even though I can see fine. Not that many people have grilled me about it. People have questioned it, but they're polite about it. So I got lucky there that I'm not facing any other obstacles with my visual impairment. Only thing is, I just got to move closer to the TV. That's all.  Rachel Grider: That's great. I think it's important too to realize, I think, what you shared about social life, being in clubs, being with your friends, how important that is. I think it's absolutely key to having a successful college … is being able to network with people just like we were talking about. So, and it's important, just as important as academics. So thank you for sharing your experiences both of you, Faizan and Bryan. Now we'll speak with another student, Kaitlyn Ryan. So Kaitlyn, welcome to the podcast. Could you tell us a little about yourself? Kaitlyn Ryan:  Thank you so much. Oh ok yeah. So my name is Kaitlyn. I'm 20. This is my 3rd semester in community college cause I went first semester Minneapolis and I was in training at a blindness center up there called Blind Incorporated. But now I attend Black Hawk Community College. So I attend Black Hawk Community College and I live in the student apartments up there. And I'm going to become a teacher of the visually impaired and I'm going to minor in spanish.  Rachel Grider: And what year did you say you were in college right now? Kaitlyn Ryan: So I'm technically still a freshman cause I took … With Blind Incorporated, I was able to take community college classes while getting the independent living skills I needed. So actually I had the support of the Blind Incorporated staff. So it's my third semester. I'm still considered a freshman.  Rachel Grider: Ok that's great. All right so what is one of the challenges that you have faced so far during college? Kaitlyn Ryan: So my first semester was pretty smooth sailing cause it was just  two classes and I had the skills. But I'm actually a dog user. So actually the biggest challenge I have faced is access with my guide dog. Rachel Grider: Oh wow can you elaborate on that please? Kaitlyn Ryan: Oh yeah absolutely. So the disability coordinator was not really hip on me having a dog on campus. She was nervous about accidents and other issues. We did have a couple accidents when I was walking on my gym… My college gym has an indoor track. But I cleaned them up and took the appropriate precautions to correct her and do what I needed to do. But they were trying to tell me that the dogs just shouldn't be on campus due to the fact that she could have accidents. And apparently some students were getting distracted by her because they could just look at her and not the teacher. So it was a lot of involving. I went to The Seeing Eye and I want to give a big shoutout to Melissa Allman who is the advocacy specialist at The Seeing Eye, who helped advocate with me and explain the ADA and explain all the laws about guide dogs and how the dog is helpful in making me an independent person. Also at the time there was a president whose name is Jim and he also explained the need of the dog because Jim and Melissa are both dog users themselves.   Rachel Grider: Oh man. Thank you for sharing that. I'm also a Seeing Eye graduate. So I know both Melissa and Jim and I have had them help me with similar issues. So I'm really, really glad they were able to. So now at this point are you still facing that type of access issue or has that pretty much been resolved? Kaitlyn Ryan: It's been resolved. So actually now my challenge is I'm in math class and we're doing graphing and it's online because of the whole situation. So that's my new life challenge.  Rachel Grider: So what have you done? Has your mentor helped you with this issue or what other ways have you found to get around this issue?  Kaitlyn Ryan: It kind of came up within the past couple of weeks because Megan and I do biweekly calls. Megan is my mentor and we've been texting a little bit about the graphing stuff. She's actually calling me tomorrow. So we're going to discuss it more. I've also been utilizing the college tutoring center. We have great tutors and they've been able to do tutoring over the phone with me. So that's been super helpful in explaining the graph. Also the Disability Center was able to order raised graph paper. So that has been super helpful. Bryan Duarte: If you haven't used them already, I would look into Wikki Stix. Wikki Stix are a great way for you to build your graph in a tactile way. For those who don't know, a Wikki stick is a little wax straw or wax string. It's a string coated in wax and you can take those strings and you can bend them and mold them and push them and stick them on your raised graph paper. That's how I used to do graphing as a blind college student doing calculus and such math things. So that's awesome. Thanks for sharing that. It does sound like you are using the tutor centers which is also a great thing. Cause that's the question I was going to ask you. So thanks for sharing that. Kaitlyn Ryan: Oh no problem. And also, just for people, because Wikki Stix is a common name, but they also have been called Bendaroos in a lot of craft stores. They actually call them Bendaroos. So just in case students are like, “Ok let's go get these.” And they go to a craft store and ask for customer assistance and they're like, “What's Wikki Stix?” You can say “oh, Bendaroos,” and they're the same thing. Rachel Grider: Tell me one thing, or several things if you'd like, that you have enjoyed so far about your college experience.  Kaitlyn Ryan: I love that, and it was the kind of setup in Blind Incorporated too, but I love meeting people from different backgrounds and diversities. I come from a small town of 800 people, so we all knew each other, and on a family farm. So honestly growing up I'm just like “Everyone has to live the same,” right. So I like that it's taught me that everyone does live differently and has a bunch of different unique experiences. So I really like that and I just like the social part overall. I also love my job that I actually have on campus now and I just think college is overall easier than high school.  Rachel Grider: What job is this that you have on campus? Kaitlyn Ryan: So I am what they call an event coordinator. So I advertise the different events that are happening on college, and get decorations up for them for like black history month, all the different African Americans that have made a difference and we put quotes up. We decorated the campus for Valentine's Day and different stuff and then usually a few days before the event, we have a popcorn stand that we set up. That way if students are walking by they're like, “oh, free popcorn,” and then I get to explain the event that is going on, the location, the time, the day and any other questions that students or staff may have about the event.  Rachel Grider: That's great. So thank you so much for your wonderful insighst, Kaitlyn and for being on this podcast. Kaitlyn Ryan: You're welcome. Bryan Duarte: Thanks, Rachel for those great interviews. Be sure to join us next time for episode 3, where we're going to be talking all about relationships, relationships from a personal, professional and even romantic perspective with one of our venturing mentors, Caitlin Mongillo. Be sure to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. And share with your friends that we have started this new journey of podcasting. Before we go, we'd just like to thank the Learning Ally staff for supporting us in the making of this podcast as well as our funders and stakeholders for supporting us in all that we do. Your co hosts for College Knowledge are Bryan Duarte, Rachel Grider and Rashad Jones. The program director is Mary Alexander. The podcast writer is Kristen Witucki. Abigail Shaw produced the audio and our social media and distribution manager is Katie Ottaggio. My name is Bryan Duarte. And thank you for joining us for College Knowledge.