Podcasts about barriers

Julian Lang is an elder, artist, and dedicated language teacher. He has spent decades talking with elders and poring over documents — including deciphering cryptic field notes from an anthropological linguist a century ago — to help rebuild the structure of his Karuk language. Now, a master-apprenticeship program he helped found is being recognized by linguists as a successful example of language revitalization. Similarly, Jesse Little Doe Baird, a Mashpee Wampanoag language advocate, dedicated years to building a language program that is earning praise for its effectiveness. Her work included analyzing a 1663 Bible in the Wampanoag language. We'll hear from them and others about building these programs from the ground up. GUESTS Julian Lange (Karuk, Wiyot, and Shasta), language teacher and artist Sandra Hernandez (Tejon Indian Tribe/Kitanemuk) Language and Culture Coordinator for Kern County, Calif.; language learner. Jessie Little Doe Baird (Mashpee Wampanoag), co-founder of the Wôpanâak Language Reclamation Project Break 1 Music: Generations (song) P. Town Boyz (artist) P. Town Boyz (album) Break 2 Music: Everywhere On Earth I Roam (song) Courtney Yellow Fat (artist) The Lost Songs of Sitting Bull (album)

Medication that helps prevent HIV transmission is readily available in Australia, including for temporary visa holders and those without Medicare. So why are some LGBTQI+ migrants missing out? - HIV 감염을 예방하는 약물은 호주에서 쉽게 구할 수 있습니다. 임시 비자 소지자나 메디케어가 없는 사람들도 이용할 수 있습니다. 그런데도 왜 일부 이주민들은 HIV 예방 의료서비스에서 여전히 소외되고 있을까요?#sbsaudiopodcast - 호주 공영방송 SBS 한국어 프로그램은 호주 한인 커뮤니티를 위한 뉴스와 생활 정보, 그리고 다양한 이야기를 전합니다. 호주와 한국을 잇는 신뢰할 수 있는 콘텐츠를 만나보세요.더 많은 뉴스와 팟캐스트는 SBS 한국어 프로그램 웹사이트에서 확인하세요. www.sbs.com.au/korean

Colt McElwaine (Cycling Dirt, Behind the Barriers), returns to Cyclocross Radio after being on episode four in 2015. Colt slots into the "What Your Dad Goes On About When He Goes On About Cyclocross" bucket but, by no means, is he living off of nostalgia. Colt started Blue Hills MTB, a Massachusetts development team that races MTB and cyclocross and, among other pursuits, is focused on giving young women an opportunity to find a community in cycling. He has also used the @BluehillsMTB Instagram account to show that the Cycling Dirt snark lives on in an amazing catalog of cyclocross-themed memes. McElwaine has great insight into how we can nurture and grow cyclocross at the regional level to help it blossom nationally. Follow Colt and the Blue Hills MTB squad at @BluehillsMTB. Check out Track + Plank at trackandplank.com and @trackandplank. Cyclocross Radio is part of the Wide Angle Podium podcast network. Support independent cycling media by joining the Wide Angle Podium at wideanglepodium.com/donate. Check out the CXHAIRS store at cxhairs.com/store. Also, check out The CXHAIRS Bulletin at https://cxhairs.substack.com/.       

A new report by the Native American Rights Fund finds rejections increased for both ballots and voter registration forms sent by mail from places with high Native populations from 2020 to 2024. NARF's analysis also documents generations of efforts to suppress or hinder Native voters. The report comes as both Congress and the courts are turning back several President Donald Trump's most significant attempts to alter how people vote or how their votes should be counted. But Native voting advocates remain vigilant for ways the federal government may seek to interfere with the midterm elections in November. GUESTS Dr. Megan Gall, principal at Blockwell Consulting Jaynie Parrish (Diné), executive director of Arizona Native Vote Michelle Sparck (Qissunamiut Tribe of Chevak), director of Get Out The Native Vote Calvin Hedrick (Mountain Maidu), director of policy, training and tribal relations for the California Native Vote Project Break 1 Music: Buc Wild Intertribal (song) Buc Wild (artist) Oneida Powwow: 40th Anniversary (album) Break 2 Music: Everywhere On Earth I Roam (song) Courtney Yellow Fat (artist) The Lost Songs of Sitting Bull (album)

Medication that helps prevent HIV transmission is readily available in Australia, including for temporary visa holders and those without Medicare. So why are some LGBTQI+ migrants missing out? - 在澳大利亚，有助于预防艾滋病毒传播的药物很容易获得，对临时签证持有者和没有Medicare的人士也是如此。那么，为什么一些LGBTQI+移民却难以获得这些药物呢？（点击上方收听音频）#sbsaudiopodcast -

Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast discusses the ongoing trust issues in public health, particularly highlighted during the pandemic. He emphasizes the need for community engagement and building trust between public health professionals and the communities they serve. Omari also reflects on the current political landscape's impact on public health and the importance of networking and professional development for public health professionals. He encourages listeners to take proactive steps in their communities and to participate in upcoming coaching sessions.Career Lab Interest Form

In this episode of Breaking Mindset Barriers, Sandeep Ohri explores why knowing your core values can transform the way you make decisions, lead teams, and navigate pressure.From career choices and family expectations to workplace conflicts and personal growth, this episode looks at the different ways our values can come into conflict and how that can leave us feeling stuck or exhausted.Discover how to identify your real values, distinguish them from values we simply think we should have, and use them as a personal decision making GPS. Sandeep also shares a simple daily integrity check to help you make choices that align with who you are and the leader you want to become.Because when you know what you stand for, decisions become clearer, leadership becomes stronger, and you stop asking, “What should I do?” and start asking, “What would the leader I'm becoming do?”Host: Sandeep Ohri - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeepohri/

In this episode of The Unsyted Radio, Chad and Simon return with their usual mix of humour, lived experience and thoughtful discussion. They open with a light-hearted chat about unusual food combinations before moving into accessibility-focused technology news, including Apple's latest announcements, assistive features in wearables, and reflections on the continuing cost and availability challenges around new technology.The episode also explores gaming and accessibility, withdiscussion of The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, blind-accessible game design, and the role games can play in building confidence, connection and community. In the History of Assistive Technology segment, Chad and Simon trace the evolution of hearing aids, from early ear trumpets to digital devices and cochlear implants, highlighting how innovation can transform independence and communication.The main discussion turns to education, disabled students and the importance of meaningful accommodations. Chad and Simon challenge the idea that equal treatment means treating everyone the same, arguing instead for practical support that enables students to learn, participate and reach their potential. The episode closes on a lighter note with a playthrough of Folklore Fishing, a blind-accessible game inspired by Welsh folklore.Content Creator DiacinthusPokemon as Service Animalshttps://youtu.be/XqwEIB4bM-Y?si=gYQJ0zycbEQSWL0z

How can resilience and courage turn obstacles into leadership opportunities? Barriers—whether systemic, cultural, or personal—can derail leadership or strengthen it. This episode explores how leaders emerge through adversity, reflecting on the determination it takes to persist when doors are closed or opportunities are denied. It examines the inner resources people draw on to persevere, how setbacks become lessons, and why resilience often shapes the most authentic and impactful leaders. By unpacking stories of challenge and perseverance, the discussion reveals how courage in the face of obstacles can inspire others and create lasting change. Key Themes & Talking Points: The barriers faced by leaders from diverse or marginalised backgrounds. How resilience strengthens character and influence. Finding strength in the face of systemic challenges. Lessons for others navigating similar struggles. Annette “Floss” Roberts AM, former Executive Director of Royal Life Saving NT, celebrated for her leadership in drowning prevention and remote community water safety. About the series Voices of Leadership, Extraordinary Impact is a collaboration between the Order of Australia Association and Menzies Leadership Foundation, bringing to life the stories and insights of Australians recognised for their contribution and service. Hosted by The Hon Vicki O'Halloran AO CVO FAICD, former President of the Order of Australia Association (2023-2026), the eight-part series explores the lived experiences, values and leadership lessons of Order of Australia recipients and what their stories can teach us about leading in service of others.

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From evidence to practice: factors influencing the implementation of cord blood treatment for cerebral palsy in the United StatesMadison C B Paton, Joanne Kurtzberg, Jessica Sun, Sarah Reedman, Remy Blatch-Williams, Michael Fahey, Iona Novak, Megan Finch-EdmondsonAbstractBackground and aims: Cord blood infusion is an emerging treatment for cerebral palsy (CP) currently offered in the United States through clinical trials and an expanded access pathway. This study aimed to understand the barriers and facilitators influencing implementation of cord blood treatment for CP, to help inform future implementation efforts.Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with US professionals involved in the cord blood treatment program for CP at Duke University and a collaborator site. Data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.Results: From 16 interviews, 5 themes were identified capturing patterned barriers and enablers. Key facilitators included boundary-spanning clinical leadership, interprofessional coordination, dedicated resourcing, responsiveness to community demand, an established safety profile, and a strong research culture. Barriers included the need for cross-disciplinary expertise, uncertainty regarding efficacy evidence, funding and regulatory constraints, and system-level challenges. Participants described that many barriers were overcome to establish the program, while acknowledging that others may persist and are context dependent.Conclusions: Findings highlight that implementation of cord blood treatment for CP is feasible within specialized settings but contingent on local infrastructure, governance, and workforce capacity. Identified facilitators align with established implementation strategies and offer transferable insights, while underscoring the need for regulatory approval, ethical oversight, and system-level supports to enable equitable and sustainable access to emerging regenerative therapies for CP.Keywords: barriers; cerebral palsy; cord blood; facilitators; implementation.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42571975/

Is it picky eating or a pediatric feeding disorder? Speech-language pathologist Ashlyn joins Lisa Pitel-Killah on the Human Optimization Podcast to discuss sensory feeding issues, autism, speech therapy, and how to better support children who struggle with food and communication. Drawing on more than 20 years of clinical experience, Ashlyn explains how she approaches food aversion, why textures can make mealtimes challenging, and how feeding therapy can help children explore unfamiliar foods. She introduces food chaining and her "yum scale"—tools she uses to build flexibility around eating. The conversation also explores neurodiversity-affirming autism support, meeting people where they are, and looking beyond standardized scores to recognize meaningful improvements in connection and quality of life. In this episode, we discuss: • Picky eating versus pediatric feeding disorders • Sensory processing, food textures, and food aversion • Feeding concerns such as gagging, food pocketing, and difficulty chewing • Food chaining and gradual changes to familiar foods • Connections between feeding and speech-language development • Autism, scripting, and meaningful communication • Mealtime routines and supporting families without adding parental guilt • Barriers to therapy access and the gap between research and clinical practice Whether you're a parent, caregiver, speech-language pathologist, or healthcare practitioner, this episode offers a thoughtful look at individualized support for feeding and communication across the lifespan. Ashlyn also shares a free speech and language screening offer during the episode and explains how screening differs from a full evaluation. Subscribe to the Human Optimization Podcast for more conversations about health, development, and well-being.

Dyslexia is not just difficulty in reading and spelling fluency — it affects many aspects of life, such as work or even following a map or recipe. But now the rise of AI has given many people with dyslexia digital tools to help overcome these barriers. Belinda Smith speaks to Dr Shae Wissell and Dr Bec Marland about the pros and cons of AI assistive technology.

In this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, ARSA's Executive Director Sarah MacLeod shares impactful advice for aspiring aviation professionals. Whether for seasoned mechanics looking for a new career or young adults trying to find their way, MacLeod illustrates how all roads can lead to aviation. Highlighting the gender gap in aviation and the entire working world, MacLeod uses technical knowledge, professional experiences and personal anecdotes to showcase how women can succeed and hold power in all areas of the industry.

Send us Fan MailVideo of our full episode:https://youtu.be/lXcLIrSqddYIn this episode, Adam Braus and Scot Maupin explore the concept of market socialism, its misconceptions, and how it can be a practical and appealing alternative to traditional socialism and capitalism. They discuss how branding, policy, and public perception can shape the future of socialist ideas.keywordsmarket socialism, socialism, capitalism, public policy, branding, economic reform, social safety nets, free markets, Scandinavian countries, political strategykey topics* The difference between socialism and market socialism* Why branding matters in political ideology* How Scandinavian countries implement market socialism* The role of regulation in a socialist economy* The misconception of central planning in socialism* The impact of poverty and homelessness on society* The importance of safety nets and social programs* The potential for market socialism to enhance freedom and innovationChapters(00:00) Introduction to the episode(00:22) The need to rebrand socialism as market socialism(01:09) Differences between democratic socialism and market socialism(02:43) The misconception of central planning in socialism(04:17) Modern socialists and their beliefs in free markets(06:29) Branding and political strategy in socialism(08:34) The role of regulation and competition in market socialism(12:07) The impact of inheritance and billionaires in capitalism(15:23) The importance of safety nets and social safety programs(19:17) Examples from Scandinavian countries(23:23) Barriers to starting businesses in Scandinavian countries(28:32) The concept of sewer socialism and its benefits(33:23) The Peter tax and taxing the wealthy fairly(36:36) The evolution of socialist ideas post-Cold War(40:33) The moral and fiscal benefits of eliminating poverty(44:09) The rise of market socialism and its acceptance(49:29) How to promote market socialism effectively(50:54) Closing remarks and call to action Support the showHelp these new solutions spread by ...Subscribing wherever you listen to podcastsLeaving a 5-star review Sharing your favorite solution with your friends and network (this makes a BIG difference)Comments? Feedback? Questions? Solutions? Message us! We will do a mailbag episode.Email: solutionsfromthemultiverse@gmail.comAdam: @ajbraus - braus@hey.comScot: @scotmaupinadambraus.com (Link to Adam's projects and books)The Perfect Show (Scot's solo podcast)Thanks to Jonah Burns for the SFM music.

Guest: Lindsey Haynes-Maslow Show Notes:What if improving health starts with making nutritious food more accessible in our communities? This episode explores how food policy, local programs, and community partnerships shape diet quality and chronic disease prevention—and what it will take to create more equitable access to healthy food.Guest Bio:Lindsey Haynes-Maslow is a professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is an expert on the intersection between public health and nutrition, as well as the impact of government policies and programs on health behaviors among disinvested communities.Quote:“I think one of my biggest moments, and this is when my research really started turning into it's not just nutrition education. We need to focus on larger systemic issues.”Question of the Day:What changes in your community would make it easier for people to access healthy, affordable food?On This Episode You Will Learn:Why access to healthy food depends on much more than nutrition education alone.How local, state, and federal policies shape the foods available in our communities.The biggest barriers people face when trying to buy healthy, affordable food and how they affect chronic disease.How programs like SNAP, WIC, and school meals improve health, reduce food insecurity, and support families.Practical ways healthcare leaders, educators, and communities can create food environments that make healthy choices easier.Connect with Yumlish!Yumlish Website: YumlishYumlish on Instagram: @yumlish_Yumlish on Facebook: YumlishYumlish on Twitter: @yumlish_Yumlish on LinkedIn: YumlishConnect with Lindsey Haynes-Maslow!Website URL: https://sph.unc.edu/adv_profile/lindsey-haynes-maslow-phd/LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-haynes-maslow-81b0008/

In episode 86 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Brenda Crabtree-Ramírez joins host Dr Michael Saag to discuss women and HIV in Latin America. Dr Crabtree-Ramírez is a Professor of the HIV Program at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. She has participated in Phase I to IV clinical trials evaluating therapies for HIV/AIDS and opportunistic infections and is the Principal Investigator in Mexico for the Caribbean, Central, and South America Network for HIV Epidemiology (CCASAnet). She has contributed to studies focused on sociodemographic factors, HIV-related comorbidities, women with HIV, aging with HIV, and advanced HIV disease. Dr Crabtree-Ramírez discusses the HIV epidemic in Latin America, focusing on women's unique challenges, access to care, and prevention strategies including PrEP and HPV vaccination. 0:00 – Introduction 1:36 – Challenges in HIV research and healthcare access in Latin America4:08 – Access to antiretroviral therapy and diagnosis gaps5:15 – Unique challenges faced by women with HIV and testing during pregnancy 8:11– Research on women and HIV in Latin America11:50 – CCASAnet and IeDEA network: data collection and insights13:46 – Barriers to care for women: transportation, stigma, and violence17:18 – Strategies to improve diagnosis and engagement in care20:57 – Prevention strategies: PrEP and community programs24:06 – Role of HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention26:44 – Future directions and women's leadership in HIV research and call for continued advocacyResources:CCASAnet: https://www.ccasanet.org/IeDEA: https://www.iedea.org/ __________________________________________________Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.Going anti-Viral's host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences. Email podcast@iasusa.org to send feedback, show suggestions, or questions to be answered on a later episode.Follow Going anti-Viral on: Apple Podcasts YouTubeXFacebookInstagram...

Why New Leaders Shouldn't Rush to Change EverythingYour first day as a leader can feel like a test.Everyone is watching. You want to prove yourself. You want to show that you belong in the role.And that pressure can make you believe you need to change everything immediately.But what if the strongest leadership move is to pause?In the latest episode of Breaking Mindset Barriers, Sandeep Ohri explores the “First Day Dilemma” and why new leaders can fall into the trap of action bias, confusing activity with competence.The episode offers a practical FIRST framework built around:

You've been a believer for a while now — but are you actually growing? In this honest and challenging message, Pastor Jovahn tackles the real barriers keeping us spiritually stuck. Not the obvious ones — but the subtle things we've allowed to stay. The pursuit of more. The sin we've quietly made peace with. The busyness that slowly crowds God out. The need for people's approval. The control we refuse to let go of. Spiritual maturity isn't automatic. It's a surrender. And today, God is putting His finger on something in you. Whether you're a new believer or you've walked with Jesus for years — this one's for you.

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. What Women Still Fight For. We women have to fight for so much: being seen, heard, understood, listened to, recognized, and acknowledged. Despite progress, we are still taking a stand to transform women's rights, to overcome barriers to the freedom of voice, opinions, and expression. Little Human to Big Human. Maybe like me you wonder if there was a thru-line of advocacy between who you were as a Little Human Girl and who you are today as a Big Human Woman. What if the courage to speak up, to speak out, to say what you mean and mean what you say was always there? What It Takes. Maybe it's a matter of time, confronting your story, upending your upbringing, and challenging yourself to be a testament to truth. Or a situation that demands a response. Women whose pioneering work laid a foundation for future feminist thought, greater autonomy and independence shared a commitment: I may be one among many but I can draw many to me like fillings to a magnet and together we will do the work that's calling to be done. Click HERE for 36 examples of women who took a stand Devil Within. I was a strong-willed handful as a child. Today we might say I was spirited; but back then I was told “A dimple in the chin means a devil within.” I still have a dimple in my chin. That never left me. What I had to unlearn was a voice that society, religion, patriarchy, and education quieted down. Who am I? The courage to be one's self begins with digging down into the soil of that self. Who am I? What treasure trove of skills, experiences, wisdom, and more can I uncover? And when I uncover the story of myself how do I bestow permission on me to be that self? For a long overdue lesson in courage I turned to Virginia Woolf who knows well the “supreme difficulty of being oneself.” "Let us simmer over our incalculable cauldron, our enthralling confusion, our hotch-potch of impulses, our perpetual miracle — for the soul throws up wonders every second. Movement and change are the essence of our being; rigidity is death; conformity is death: let us say what comes into our heads, repeat ourselves, contradict ourselves, fling out the wildest nonsense, and follow the most fantastic fancies without caring what the world does or thinks or says. For nothing matters except life.” ~ Virginia Woolf Story Prompt: Turn back the pages of time, find that chapter when you were bright and shining, alive and curious, energetic, perceptive, or outspoken. Who is the Little Human Girl that used to be you? Where is she now? Write that story and share it out loud! Thank you for listening. I'm glad to have you here. You're invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, Subscribe & Spread this episode with a generous 5-star review & comment—it helps us all—& join us next time! AND! Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack while I renovate that site, too. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Entering Erdenheim by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Allen welcomed Paul Steimers, a psychotherapist and new Director of Operations at Agora Network Ministries, to discuss the importance of seeking counseling and therapy when struggling.Barriers to Seeking TherapyPaul and Allen discussed barriers to seeking therapy, with Paul sharing his top five reasons based on his experience. They explored how people often wait an average of seven years before seeking help, despite recognizing issues early on. The discussion covered several key barriers including the belief that "talking won't help," distrust of therapists, and the misconception that problems need to be severe before seeking assistance. Paul emphasized that finding trusted professionals and addressing issues early, like maintaining a car or visiting a dentist, is important for emotional and relational health.TOP 5 Reasons:5. Talking Won't Help4. Distrust of Therapists3. My Problems Are Not Serious Enough2. I Don't Need Help1. Fear of the UnknownLinks:Paul Stimers: Psychotherapist. curacounselling.caNov 19 Gala info: agoranetworkministries.comhopefortheagora.com

Send us Fan MailThis week I want to talk about something I've been sitting with: eyes on your plate, eyes on your lane. I was actually writing these notes when I found out Dolly Parton had passed away, and it sent me into a whole reflection on boundaries — how easy it is to want to fix people, to give unsolicited advice about their food, their choices, their life, even when we mean well. I'm sharing what almost thirty years in leadership, addiction training, and life coaching have taught me about staying in your own lane, what real support looks like when someone you love is struggling with serious addiction, and why doing the wellness work for yourself is the most powerful thing you can offer someone else. If you've ever gotten advice nobody asked for — or caught yourself giving it — this episode is for you. Citations●     Dolly Parton tribute reference — NPR, "Dolly Parton, one of country music's most singular performers, has died at age 80" (Aug. 25, 2026) — https://www.npr.org/2026/08/25/nx-s1-3650175/dolly-parton-obituary ●     Additional source — The Washington Post, "Dolly Parton, country music singer and cultural icon, dies at 80" (Aug. 25, 2026) — https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-country-music-singer-cultural-icon-dies-80/ ●     Film references mentioned: Steel Magnolias (1989) and 9 to 5 (1980) ●     Weight stigma & unsolicited comments about food or weight — Rebecca M. Puhl, PhD (UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health), "Weight Stigma and Barriers to Effective Obesity Care," Gastroenterology Clinics of North America (2023) — https://uconnruddcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2909/2023/05/2023-Puhl-Gastroeneterol-Clin-N-Am.pdf ●     Supporting research — Levinson, J. A., et al., "A Systematic Review of Weight Stigma and Disordered Eating Cognitions and Behaviors," Body Image (2024) — https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11180546/ ●     Psychological reactance (why unsolicited advice can backfire) — Brehm, J. W., A Theory of Psychological Reactance, New York: Academic Press (1966) — https://search.worldcat.org/title/A-theory-of-psychological-reactance/oclc/565301131 ●     Self-determination theory / autonomy and lasting behavior change — Ng, J. Y. Y., Ntoumanis, N., Thøgersen-Ntoumani, C., Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M., Duda, J. L., & Williams, G. C., "Self-Determination Theory Applied to Health Contexts: A Meta-Analysis," Perspectives on Psychological Science (2012) — https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1745691612447309 ●     Closing vignette ("the two monks and the river") — traditionally titled "Muddy Road," attributed to Zen teachers Tanzan and Ekido, retold in Paul Reps & Nyogen Senzaki, Zen Flesh, Zen Bones: A Collection of Zen and Pre-Zen Writings (1957) — https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/488121-14-muddy-road-tanzan-and-ekido-were-once-traveling-togetherLet's go, let's get it done.Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

Check out the full article at: https://oncdata.com/oncology-unfiltered-clinical-trial-enrollment-barriers While clinical trials represent the cutting edge of modern cancer therapy, significant disparities persist in determining who actually enrolls in them. In this episode of Oncology Unfiltered, Melissa Cotrona, Co-Founder and General Manager of i3 Health and Oncology Data Advisor, sat down with Editor in Chief Matthew Hadfield, DO, Medical Oncologist and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Brown University Legorreta Cancer Center, to unpack the practical, structural, and clinical hurdles that prevent eligible patients from accessing potentially lifesaving investigational therapies. Together, they explore how the oncology community can translate trial availability into meaningful access.

Two-time Olympic gold medalist and championship boxer Claressa Shields sits down with Lou Williams and Spank Horton for an unfiltered conversation about boxing, legacy, confidence, womanhood, and life outside the ring.Claressa opens up about her latest victory, becoming a 21-time world champion, building her legacy in women's boxing, and why she believes her accomplishments speak for themselves. She also gets candid about the business of boxing, why some of the biggest fights never happen, fighters being afraid to take risks, and the challenges of being one of the sport's most dominant stars.The conversation goes beyond boxing as Claressa talks about being recognized as both a fighter and a woman, embracing her femininity and beauty while maintaining the mindset that made her one of the best boxers in the world. She also discusses sparring with men, her confidence inside the ring, her love of music and her journey into rap, giving back to her hometown of Flint, Michigan, and much more.Plus, Claressa takes on questions from the crew and gets put on the spot in the Lounge.SPRITE LIVING TRACK LIST: https://livingtracklist.genius.com/

Fear, selfishness, pride, and wrong desires are just some of the barriers to surrender and the topic of conversation for today. We will examine the lives of several individals in scripture as well as do a comparison of surrender between a father and son who each had a choice to surrender to the will of God.Facing the Girl in the Mirror Free Conference:http://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/facing-the-girl-in-the-mirror-conference.htmlMusic by:The Flow Of Time by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

On this episode of the Foil Life Podcast, Luc Moore sits down with Clinton Filen (recently stepped into Chief Brand Officer at NAG) to talk about the transition after two decades in design and brand management, what it takes to keep innovation moving inside a large multi-sport company, and where foiling, winging, kiting and windsurfing are heading next.They recap Clinton's path from childhood windsurfing on the South African coast through early kiting and wing prototypes, time in Maui and Australia (Severn/Airush), and the last six months at North Action Sports Group. The conversation covers design philosophy, building a culture of innovation versus commercial reality, lowering barriers to entry while keeping depth for obsessed riders, how foiling is connecting previously separate sports, current go-to gear, and the disconnect between a 40–60-year-old buying audience and much younger marketing.Episode Highlights:- Six months into the North role: keeping core talent (kite and wing designers), adding graphic design and admin capacity, and a shout-out to the original New Zealand team that built the brand- Design approach: thinking in systems and architecture, staying radically open-minded, questioning line lengths, aspect ratios and connection systems, then dropping back into “who is the customer and how do we make it more fun”- Innovation reality: most disruption still comes from outside the industry; entrenched connection systems can slow change; useful cross-pollination between wing, kite, windsurf and foil- Barriers to entry vs. mastery: easier assembly, lower cost and more approachable gear for people who ride a few days a month, while still offering the nuance that keeps daily riders chasing the last 5 seconds of glide- Current riding: MIDI Pro boards as a daily driver, Boost masts, exploring foil-drive, Nervas wings, and the more speed-focused Modes — plus prototypes already in the works- Growing the pie: foiling as a gateway sport (pump foil on lakes, foil-assist, wing), speaking differently to first-time buyers versus five-year veterans, and why waterman culture beats putting people in boxes- Advice for junior designers: curiosity first, radical open-mindedness, self-discipline, humility, and remembering it was a team that got you thereVisit: https://northactionsports.com/

In this episode of the Race and Rights Podcast, guest host Dr. Esaa Mohammad Sabti Samarah sits down with Dr. Mustafa Rfat, a faculty member at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a scholar of forced migration and disability justice, and the Refugee Congress Delegate representing the state of Missouri, for a conversation examining the intersection of refugee rights, disability, and structural inequality. Drawing from both rigorous scholarship and lived experience as a refugee with a disability, Dr. Rfat explores how immigration systems, social policies, and institutional practices shape the lives of refugees with disabilities long before and long after resettlement.Together, they examine the historical exclusion of people with disabilities from U.S. immigration and citizenship policy, the barriers refugees encounter when navigating health care, education, employment, and naturalization, and why disability must be understood through a social rather than medical lens alone. The discussion also explores the human consequences of recent refugee and deportation policies, highlighting how inaccessible systems and language exclusion can undermine both disability rights and fundamental human rights.Throughout the conversation, Dr. Rfat reflects on his own journey from Iraq to the United States, illustrating how personal experience has informed a research agenda dedicated to advancing refugee health equity, participatory research, and disability justice. The episode challenges listeners to reconsider dominant narratives about refugees by centering resilience, dignity, and belonging while emphasizing the responsibility of researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to dismantle structural barriers rather than expecting individuals to overcome them alone.This episode is essential listening for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, students, and advocates committed to refugee rights, disability justice, health equity, and human rights.Links to Published WorksRfat, M. (2026). Path to Citizenship: Addressing the Needs of Refugees with Disabilities in the Naturalization Process. Journal of Human Rights and Social Work. Rfat, M., Zeng, Y., Yang, Y., Adhikari, K., & Zhu, Y. (2023). A Scoping Review of Needs and Barriers to Achieving a Livable Life among Refugees with Disabilities: Implications for Future Research, Practice, and Policy. Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work. Rfat, M., Zeng, Y., & Trani, J.-F. (2023). Exploring the Intersectionality of Disability and Refugee Statuses: Reflecting on My Refugee Journey. British Journal of Social Work. Rfat, M., Cureton, A., Mirza, M., & Trani, J.-F. (2025). The Devastating Effect of Abrupt U.S. Refugee Policy Shifts. The Lancet. Rfat, M., Engelman, A., & Seaborn, S. (2026). US Forced Deportation, Language Exclusion, and Disability Justice. The Lancet. Rfat, M., Yang, Y., & Cohen, F. (2025). Benefits and Challenges of Using Participatory Research Among Refugees With Disabilities: A Scoping Review. Health Education & Behavior. #RefugeeRights #DisabilityJustice #HealthEquity #ForcedMigration #HumanRights #SocialWork #RefugeeHealth #Accessibility #MigrationJustice Support the showSupport the Center for Security, Race and Rights by following us and making a donation:Donate: https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/csrr-support/20046.html Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEbUfYcWGZapBNYvCObiCpp3qtxgH_jFy Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rucsrr Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Threads: https://threads.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/rucsrr Follow us on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/rucsrr 

Why don't people give more? Is it simply because they can't afford to, or are there deeper barriers keeping people from growing in generosity? In this episode of the Stewardship Leader Podcast, Leo Sabo continues his conversation with Ron Sellers of Grey Matter Research to examine what the data reveals about generosity. They discuss financial capacity, why people dramatically overestimate the percentage of income they give, whether charitable giving competes with church giving, and the real reasons people say they aren't more generous. The conversation concludes with an important challenge for church leaders: generosity is part of lifelong discipleship, and helping people grow may mean guiding them toward faithful, achievable next steps rather than simply presenting an end goal.Key Takeaways Most donors aren't giving out of financial hardship. Only 6% describe their giving as a significant financial sacrifice, while four out of ten say it involves no sacrifice at all.Higher income doesn't automatically produce greater generosity. When generosity is measured as a percentage of income, the differences between income groups are surprisingly small.People understand their giving in dollars much better than percentages. This creates a significant challenge when churches talk about tithing because tithing is inherently percentage-based.People substantially overestimate their generosity when asked to express their giving as a percentage of household income.Four out of ten American donors believe they should be giving more than they currently do.Giving to charities doesn't generally cannibalize giving to the local church. Ron's research shows the opposite pattern: people who are more generous to charity tend to be more generous to their churches as well.Generosity is more than making a financial transaction. Prayer, volunteering, advocacy, and engagement with the organizations we support can all be part of actively participating in generosity.For people who believe they should give more, the largest barrier isn't necessarily income—it's uncertainty about their financial future.Other barriers include difficulty trusting organizations, uncertainty about whether a gift will make a difference, simply not thinking about giving, and acknowledging the need to learn greater generosity.Churches need to communicate the why behind giving—including how resources are being used and the impact generosity is making.Generosity cannot be effectively taught in isolation through an occasional sermon series or class. It is an outgrowth of spiritual maturity and needs to be incorporated into ongoing discipleship.Parents have tremendous influence on future generosity. Adults who frequently saw their parents give to a place of worship as children are 238% more likely to give to one themselves.Churches should consider how they're helping parents model and discuss generosity with their children rather than unintentionally removing children from opportunities to observe giving.For someone currently giving 1%, being told simply to give 10% can feel unreachable. Helping people identify their current reality and take a faithful next step may be a more effective discipleship approach.Generosity is a lifelong discipleship journey. The role of spiritual leaders is to help people continue taking steps toward greater trust, maturity, and faithfulness.ResourcesGrey Matter Research - greymatteresearch.comConnect with Ron Sellers - ron@greymatterresearch.comBecome a CSN member - https://membership.christianstewardshipnetwork.com/Learn about the Christian Stewardship Network - https://www.christianstewardshipnetwork.com/Are you a pastor or church leader?At Christian Stewardship Network, we are passionate about teaching the biblical perspective on finances so that you can teach your church with authority, confidence, and integrity. Our network is a group of passionate Christ-followers with a burden to teach and equip God's people in stewardship and generosity. Sign up for our mailing list to get new content directly to your inbox! Become a member of our network to access our entire library of online courses, participate in monthly network calls, and more! CSN is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Help us reach more churches with the message of stewardship and generosity. Support our mission through giving.Browse our online resources

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Bisa Lewis.

Why People Struggle to Lift: Barriers, Energy, Access, and the Minimal Effective Dose Coach Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery angle a new qualitative study of 38 adults experiencing food insecurity toward strength training, unpacking time scarcity, fatigue, occupational demands, safety, weather, health complications, finances, and the tension between motivation and low energy. They share practical strategies from coaching younger athletes, workers, busy professionals, and low-aerobic-capacity clients: train before work, use brief lifting and high-intensity conditioning, build access and social support, start with one or two manageable changes, and reduce excuses without overwhelming the person. The hosts also discuss how basic aerobic fitness can improve energy and brain fog, why community health workers may lack specific resistance-training guidance, and the importance of finding the minimal effective dose for sustainable progress. 00:00 Welcome and Hosts 01:05 Study on Barriers to Physical Activity and Food Insecurity 04:10 Time Scarcity, Fatigue, Work, and Environmental Barriers 08:25 Motivation Versus Energy and the Importance of Priorities 11:40 Diagnosing Low Energy: Iron, Sleep, Inflammation, and Aerobic Fitness 16:10 Building Exercise Into the Day and Improving Access 20:05 Something Is Better Than Nothing 23:00 Community Health Workers and Resistance-Training Knowledge 26:15 Meathead Cardio and the Minimal Effective Dose 29:45 Social Support, Coaching, and Reducing Excuses 32:35 Training Barriers, Accountability, and AI 34:20 Wrap and Disclaimer Donate to the show via PayPal HERE.You can also join Dr Mike's Insider Newsletter for more info on how to add muscle, improve your performance and body comp - all without destroying your health, go to www.ironradiodrmike.com Thank you!Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie

In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson speaks with Sarah Kamsiah Zemlok, MD, and Jeff Yu, MD about their PeDRA-funded research on how children and families understand patch testing results. Their conversation explores the challenges of translating results into everyday allergen avoidance, especially across home, school, daycare, and other environments. They also discuss the importance of ongoing patient education, stronger support tools, and meaningful mentorship in pediatric dermatology research. This episode highlights how patient-centered research can help families move from results to real-life care. This project was funded through a 2024 PeDRA Research Fellowship Grant, Assessment of Parent-Child Comprehension of Pediatric Patch Testing and Barriers to Improvement, and has resulted in one publication, Beyond the Grid: A Case Series of Parent-Child Comprehension of Patch Testing Results, published in Pediatric Dermatology in 2026.This episode is presented by Disc Medicine. Although Disc Medicine provided funding for this PeDRA Pearls Podcast, the contents of the podcast were developed independently by PeDRA. Learn more about Disc Medicine.

In this episode, Michael and Doug share what's awesome this week in tabletop gaming, including winning contests and new game releases. They also discuss expanding into other parts of the hobby, playing Stupid Money/Smart Money Gencon Edition, and closing out with a Monthly Game Roundup featuring Hell of a Deal, Circadia, Wild Magic, and Guillotine!00:00:00 - Introduction to Board Game Radio00:03:01 - Follow-Up and Community Engagement00:06:22 - What's Awesome in Tabletop Gaming00:09:05 - New Game Releases and Themes00:12:07 - Experiences with Local Game Stores00:16:24 - What's On Your Mind? Diving into Magic: The Gathering00:24:20 - Community Challenges in TCGs00:28:10 - The Barriers to Entry in Collectible Games00:34:07 - Stupid Money, Smart Money: Gen Con Edition00:53:25 - Monthly Game Roundup01:03:30 - Diving into Circadia: Gameplay Mechanics and Strategies01:12:08 - Wild Magic: Family-Friendly Fun and Strategic Depth01:20:11 - Guillotine: A Classic with New Art

In Episode 131 of the Dirt Bags Podcast, Luke Eggebraaten sits down with Michael King of Civil CFO to break down the biggest financial barriers construction companies face as they scale.From cash flow and bidding to profit margins, equipment, bonding, and working capital, Michael explains what contractors need to understand to grow without putting their business at risk.If you want to build a stronger, more profitable construction business, this episode is for you.

Waking Up to OSA: Address critical barriers to care, streamline diagnosis, and take clinical action to improve outcomes. Credit available for this activity expires: 8/27/27 Earn Credit / Learning Objectives & Disclosures: https://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/waking-osa-addressing-barriers-care-and-encouraging-clinical-2026a1000t7u?ecd=bdc_podcast_libsyn_mscpedu

In this week's One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau hosts Kathryn Outlaw, Co-Founder and COO of Spheros, a B2B SaaS platform that aims to unify client data into a single source of truth, enabling accurate, consented data sharing and supporting reliable AI agents. Kathryn talks about her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind the startup, and the goal of making Spheros as essential as DocuSign for on-boarding.

“The Presence of the Spirit Overcomes All Barriers”, a homily by His Eminence Sean Cardinal O'Malley, Archbishop Emeritus of Boston. Given at Convocation 2026, Thomas Aquinas College, New England.

What does it actually take to walk into rooms where no one looks like you and not just survive them, but change them? Dr. Marie-Ange Eyoum Tagne's story begins in Cameroon and leads all the way to the highest levels of Silicon Valley tech leadership, and the lessons she's learned along the way will change how you think about your own journey. Topics covered: Growing up in Cameroon, community, and the moment an aunt told her "girls don't go to the moon" Working full-time at minimum wage while carrying a 26-unit course load to graduate as valedictorian Failing her PhD prelim at UC Berkeley, imposter syndrome, and the mentor who told her "I believe in you" Becoming the first African-born woman to earn a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from UC Berkeley Her PURPOSE framework and the biblical story of Esther behind her memoir's title Balancing rapid AI innovation with empathy, ethics, and inclusion of global voices in tech Guest bio: Dr. Marie-Ange Eyoum Tagne is a global technology executive, product strategist, and award-winning author whose 15+ year career spans Meta, Amazon, Yahoo, Roku, McAfee, and Intel. Her memoir, For Such a Time as This, chronicles her journey from Cameroon to Silicon Valley leadership. Timestamps: 00:00 — Cold open 00:47 — Welcome and guest introduction 01:02 — Redefining success: growing up in Cameroon 04:46 — Coming to the US with $15,000 and a dream 10:11 — Barriers at UC Berkeley and imposter syndrome 15:38 — Failing the prelim, and the professor who changed everything 17:25 — Becoming the first African woman to earn this PhD 20:19 — The courage to write a memoir 21:41 — The story of Esther and "for such a time as this" 29:43 — AI, speed, and the ethics gap in Silicon Valley 39:26 — Where to find Marie-Ange and her book Join the exclusive bonus episode with Marie-Ange on Patreon. Find Marie-Ange Eyoum Tagne at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-ange-eyoum-tagne/ Book, For Such a Time as This: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDJDBGQG Website: https://www.forsuchatimebook.com/ Thinking about a life abroad? I use and recommend Expatsi to help navigate the move — https://www.expatsi.com/?ref=2kJ926HZ. As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission. Curious what Brava Global Advisory could do for your own leadership? Take the VOICE assessment to find your starting point: https://www.bravaglobaladvisory.com/voice Subscribe, leave a review at https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com/reviews/new/, and share this episode. Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are real barriers that come with living with cerebral palsy and with having a visible disability.I have experienced frustration, anger, bitterness, limitations, and situations where cerebral palsy absolutely affected what I was able to do. I also understand why conversations about ableism, accommodations, access, and fairness can carry so much emotion.At the same time, I do not want my life to become an ongoing us versus them conversation.In this episode, I unpack why I believe both things can be true. We can acknowledge the realities of disability while also asking ourselves what we are going to do with the life and circumstances we have.My experience with cerebral palsy is my own. Someone else with the same diagnosis may have completely different challenges, abilities, support needs, and opportunities. That nuance matters.But I still believe there is value in asking ourselves a simple question.What am I going to do next?There are times when we need accommodations. There are times when we need help. And if we are trying to accomplish meaningful things in any area of life, disability or not, we are probably going to need other people along the way.That is different from allowing frustration, resentment, or comparison to become the place where we stay.I also talk about why I am not trying to convince people who have already decided they completely disagree with how I see things. The people I care most about reaching are the ones somewhere in the middle. The people who know they want something different but have not completely decided what direction they are going to take.You can acknowledge what has happened to you. You can be angry about it. You can recognize the barriers in front of you.And you can still decide what you want to do from here.

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview Bill Schieken of CXHairs: What made cyclocross great and where it might go in 2026 and beyond Ideas for running successful cyclocross events in 2026 Barriers for CX in 2026 PanAm Cyclocross at DCCX in 2026

In this week's One Vision Podcast, Theodora Lau hosts Kathryn Outlaw, Co-Founder and COO of Spheros, a B2B SaaS platform that aims to unify client data into a single source of truth, enabling accurate, consented data sharing and supporting reliable AI agents. Kathryn talks about her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind the startup, and the goal of making Spheros as essential as DocuSign for onboarding.

Genesis 1:26-27 26 Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” 27 So God created mankind in his own image,     in the image of God he created them;     male and female he created them. LESSON NOTES & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Icebreaker: As you process through different transitions in your life (going to college, marriage, kids, new job, retirement, etc.), what were some of the joys and challenges of those seasons? The Beginning of Belonging. Each and every one of us was created to belong. We are biologically wired for it. In fact, humanity was created IN community (Genesis 1:26) and FOR community (Genesis 2:18). Question: In what spaces/areas is it the easiest for you to find connection/belonging? What spaces/areas have you found the greatest challenge? The Barriers to Belonging. Although we were created for community, our sin creates barriers to belonging for us and others. David Kim ("Made To Belong") identified four different "dysfunctional approaches to belonging". Those four dysfunctions are to be: avoidant, anxious, aggressive, or accommodating. Question: Of the four dysfunctions we discussed, which one do you resonate with the most? The Bridge to Belonging. Google defines a bridge as "a structure built over a river, road, or gap to help people and cars cross safely. As a verb, it means to connect two things or close a gap.” Bridges connect communities, countries, and continents. Because of humanity's sin in the garden we put a huge gap between us and God. Yet, by the grace and love of God, He gave us a Bridge. That Bridge is Jesus (John 14:6, Ephesians 2:12-13). Just as Jesus is a Bridge for us, the Holy Spirit equips us to be a bridge for others. Question: In what ways/environments has God gifted you/placed you to be a bridge for others to experience His goodness and His grace?   The Blessedness of Belonging. One day, all who belong to Jesus will be brought together for the greatest, longest, and most beautiful get together of all time (Revelation 19:6-9). As we sit in this place between the beginning of belonging in Eden and the ultimate blessedness of belonging in eternity, we remember this: We were made to belong. Question: How could this reminder be an encouragement to you as you live your day to day life?

What if the hurdles thrown your way became the very spark that lit a fire under you?In this deeply inspiring episode of Becoming Bridge Builders, we are joined by Daniel Hodges—a lawyer, advocate, and founder who was born blind and lives with a rare connective tissue disorder. Rather than letting societal limitations dictate his path, Daniel flipped those barriers on their head, channeling his energy into a lifelong mission for healthcare equity, civil rights, and accessibility.Tune in as Daniel shares his journey through law school, his advocacy work with Pieces of Me, and how personal adversity can be transformed into a powerful catalyst for community change. Discover how the qualities that make us unique can become our greatest assets in building a more inclusive and compassionate world.Links referenced in this episode:piecesofme.orgdanielhodgesjd.substack.com

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Matt Fox joined me to chat about his interest in the marathon after coming from a National class middle distance background, his trajectory with content creation, the Chinese running shoe market, and his power weight ratio journey.  Matt Fox: sweatelite.co | IG: @mattinglisfox Episode Sponsors: LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 (20% Off) Kila Insoles: kilarun.com Code: BITTER ($50 Off) Episode summary: Zach Bitter interviews Matt Fox (Sweat Elite) Matt's background: Former Australian middle-distance runner who twice finished 5th at Olympic/World trials (consistent 1:48 800m). Felt he "failed" after never making a national team, which later fueled his curiosity about how better runners train. How Sweat Elite started: After a failed Strava-like app, Matt launched a site interviewing pros. He later began filming elite workouts (inspired by old FloTrack videos), but it lost money due to last-minute travel costs and limited YouTube revenue. He recouped losses by documenting his own marathon builds. Content landscape: Athletes now prefer posting their own journeys, making third-party workout videos harder. Influencers-as-coaches is a growing issue; both agree formal qualifications aren't required (many great coaches never had them), but buyers should do due diligence. Bad influencer coaches can still introduce people to the sport who later seek better help. Creators they follow: Truett Haynes (humor + ambitious Olympic Trials goal despite current times being far off; recently hired Rory Linkletter). Also Eric Floberg (cinematography) and Rory Linkletter (authenticity, Canadian marathon record pursuit). Weight/body composition debate: Matt accidentally got very lean (70 kg) for a 2:20 marathon, then gained 3–4 kg and plateaued at 2:23–2:24. After noticing he was much larger than the Japanese runners he raced with, he used carb-cycling (high carbs around key sessions, deficit on easy days) to drop back to ~69 kg and ran 2:18–2:19. He has since lost another ~12 kg. He stresses this is highly individual and risky. Personality matters: people with OCD/obsessive tendencies are more likely to develop RED-S or eating disorders. He now studies nutrition to give safer guidance. Examples cited: Josh Kerr's long-term leaning-out, George Cush dropping weight before winning Comrades, Ryan Hall hitting a point where further loss hurt performance. Both emphasize timing (fuel hard sessions, restrict on recovery days), not living in a perpetual deficit, and resetting after races. Chinese super shoes: Matt recently lab-tested 12 models from Anta, Li-Ning, 361°, Xtep, Dynafish, etc. Many perform comparably to Western shoes at half the price and often last longer. Notable mentions: Li-Ning Dragon Flight (79 g, technically illegal but extremely fast; a legal version is coming), Anta C10 (very similar to Puma Fast-R), Dynafish trainer (versatile, durable, sub-200 g). Barriers in the U.S.: high tariffs, limited specialty-store distribution, and brands currently focused on the Chinese market. Anta and Li-Ning are expanding globally. Matt's current status: Recovering from injury, posting daily on Instagram/Strava as Matt Fox. Targeting a 2:17 or faster at the Melbourne Marathon in two months. Timestamps: 0:00:02 — Intro and welcome to the episode 0:00:45 — Matt shares his background and connection to the podcast 0:01:42 — Matt's unusual running journey and early Sweat Elite work 0:04:33 — Matt's competitive middle-distance background and Olympic trials attempts 0:05:50 — Stepping away from elite running and building Sweat Elite 0:07:19 — From a failed app to interviewing pro runners 0:09:06 — Building content, monetization challenges, and workout videos 0:13:10 — Athletes making their own content and the creator/brand shift 0:14:36 — Should influencers need qualifications to coach? 0:21:08 — Coaching credentials and the role of experience 0:22:34 — Content creators Matt is excited about 0:25:46 — Truett Haynes, Rory Linkletter, and the entertainment factor 0:31:34 — Transition to weight, performance, and body composition 0:33:19 — Matt's marathon progression and how weight loss affected performance 0:40:27 — The nuance of weight loss, RED-S, and individual differences 0:48:32 — Why the conversation is different for different runners 0:50:22 — Timing carbohydrates and avoiding energy deficiency 0:52:19 — George Kusche at Comrades 0:57:30 — Josh Kerr seemingly fully optimized 01:03:12 — Chinese running shoes and why they matter 01:06:12 — Jack Crago and testing Chinese shoe models 01:08:25 — Distribution, tariffs, and market access in the U.S. 01:13:02 — Shoe durability and foam life 01:15:28 — Lightest legal shoes and new tech from Chinese brands 01:17:42 — Anta, Puma, and the global shoe market 01:19:04 — Puma concept shoes and performance development 01:20:49 — Why Chinese brands are expanding more slowly in the West 01:22:12 — Matt's trip to China and how he got deeper into shoe tech 01:23:54 — Dynafish and ultra-light trainers 01:26:12 — Wrap-up, where to find Matt, and final thoughts