Podcast appearances and mentions of Leon Taylor

In a special Bullpen panel, former officers Brandon Tatum and Leon Taylor react to Trump pardoning Jan. 6th rioters who attacked police and Ben Shapiro's efforts to get Derek Chauvin pardoned.  Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Bullpen Guests: Brandon Tatum and Leon Taylor *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE  ☞  https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK  ☞   https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER  ☞       https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞  https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

111 How to become an olympian and The Link Between Mental Health and Performance with Leon Taylor | Best self improvement podcasts In this conversation, Leon Taylor shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an Olympic diver. He discusses the importance of pursuing meaningful goals, the challenges of maintaining motivation, and the significance of commitment over fleeting motivation. Leon emphasizes the mental state required for high-performance diving and the balance between individual and team dynamics in synchronized diving. He also reflects on the importance of identity beyond sports and the impact of external pressures on mental health. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of mental health, particularly in the context of competitive sports. They discuss personal experiences with mental health challenges, the evolution of diving codes, and the importance of physical movement for mental well-being. The dialogue emphasizes the need for athletes to prioritize their mental health and the significance of savoring moments in life. The speakers also reflect on the legacy they hope to leave for future generations, encouraging a balanced approach to performance and fulfillment.Connect with Leon Taylor at https://leontaylor.co.uk/Chapters00:00 The Pursuit of Meaningful Goals01:57 Journey to Becoming an Olympian10:38 The Challenge of Consistent Motivation11:40 The Importance of Commitment Over Motivation15:58 Mental State on the Diving Board23:50 The Balance of Individual and Team Dynamics28:39 Navigating Mental Health Challenges30:55 The Evolution of Diving Codes35:02 Breaking Barriers in Competitive Diving36:42 The Link Between Mental Health and Performance40:23 The Importance of Physical Movement for Mental Health46:30 Finding Ease in a Fast-Paced World51:10 Leaving a Legacy for Future GenerationsTakeaways-Give people the chance to not give themselves a hard time.-The pursuit of goals can sometimes feel meaningless.-Physical activity started early in life for me.-I didn't know the Olympics existed until I saw them on TV.-Training for the Olympics requires immense dedication and sacrifice.-Motivation can be fickle; commitment is more reliable.-The environment you train in shapes your performance.-Mental state is crucial when performing under pressure.-It's important to evaluate performance without catastrophizing.-Your identity should not solely be tied to your sport. Navigating mental health requires honesty and communication.-Physical movement significantly impacts mental health.-The evolution of diving codes opened new opportunities.-Breaking barriers in sports can change perceptions.-Mental health issues are common among athletes.-Savoring small moments can enhance overall well-being.-It's important to find ease in a fast-paced life.-Athletes should not solely focus on outcomes.-Legacy involves imparting wisdom to future generations.-Fulfillment comes from the journey, not just achievements.Patreon thanks!Shout out to the amazing Patron supporters for keeping this podcast going; thank you Ant Howe, Jasmine Barnes, Chloe Wilmot, Sara Kay, Cheri Brenton, Steve McDermott, Chris Lovett & Rory Barnes! You are all amazing!Come Join the UNLOCKED community where you can receive...Early access to episodesPatron shout outs and recognition at the end of every episodeExclusive backstage content and bonus episodesAsk me anything - have your questions answered onlineShape the future of the podcast with your requests.(Optional - become a...

What happens when your lifelong identity suddenly shifts?Leon Taylor, Olympic medalist and athlete mentor, shares his journey from the 10-meter diving platform to becoming a guiding light for athletes navigating life transitions.Leon opens up about his Olympic triumphs, including a historic synchronized diving medal for Team GB, and the personal challenges that followed his retirement due to injuries. With honesty and wisdom, he discusses the identity crisis many athletes face when their careers end and how he found purpose through mentoring, speaking, and exploring holistic practices like yoga.This episode is a masterclass in resilience, curiosity, and self-discovery. Leon offers profound lessons on savoring life's moments, battling ego, and shifting from a self-centered to an others-focused mindset. Whether you're navigating a career pivot, grappling with an unexpected change, or simply seeking inspiration, Leon's story will leave you empowered to embrace your own transitions.

Former officers Brandon Tatum and Leon Taylor break down the Sonya Massey shooting in a special Bullpen panel. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Bullpen Guests: Brandon Tatum and Leon Taylor *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE: ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FACEBOOK: ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER: ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM: ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After taking a two-year break from the sport, Tom Daley is back to compete in his fifth Olympics at Paris 2024. And, speaking to his former diving mentor Leon Taylor, he reflects on how it felt to finally end his wait for gold at Tokyo 2020.

DON WILSON THE VENTURES February 10TH 1933 - January 22ND 2022 ‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS' with RAY SHASHO EPISODE 14 -Interviewed June 10th, 2014   Don Wilson and The Ventures have inspired thousands of promising musicians and enthusiasts across the globe for over five decades, and many of their pupils became legendary in the music world. Ventures alumni include… Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Stephen Stills, Joe Walsh, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Billy Joel, Elton John, John Bonham, Mick Fleetwood, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Gene Simmons, and many-many more. At 81, Don Wilson, guitarist & co-founder of the legendary rock and roll/surf band says he has no plans for slowing down any time soon. The Ventures recently concluded a lengthy tour in Japan where they are still idolized. Don and his son Tim Wilson have also initiated a new record label with promising young musicians to mentor and promote.  THE VENTURES are the best-selling instrumental rock band in music history. In 1958, the group was formed by Tacoma, Washington residents Don Wilson (rhythm and lead guitar) and Bob Bogle (lead and bass guitar). The duo's plan was to earn a permanent living playing guitar instead of working at their hard labor construction jobs as bricklayers. They originally performed as the Impacts and the Versatones before finally settling on The Ventures. Nokie Edwards (lead guitar) joined in 1960 and they recorded their first big hit, a Chet Atkins cover entitled “Walk, Don't Run.” The Ventures lineup in the studio also included Skip Mooreon drums. In 1960, the song peaked at #2 on the Billboard's single chart amid stiff competition from Chubby Checker, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and Bryan Hyland. Drummer Howie Johnson replaced Moore in 1960. Mel Taylor became The Ventures permanent drummer in 1962 until his passing in 1996. From 1960 through 1972, The Ventures consistently toured worldwide and charted 37 albums. The group was hailed as America's instrumental Beatles. Some of The Ventures  hit singles include … “Telstar,” “The Lonely Bull,” “Rebel-Rouser,” “Honky Tonk,” “Let's Go,” “Pipeline,” “Walk, Don't Run,” “Tequila,” “Apache,” “Wipe-Out, ”Memphis,” “Out of Limits,” and their mega-hit … “Hawaii Five-O” (#4 on Billboard's Singles Chart -1969), (The album reached #11 on Billboard's album chart). The Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. That same year also marked The Ventures 50th Anniversary. Here's a list of incredible accomplishments by The Ventures … Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Class of 2008 Ranked #4 among all-time instrumental artists on Billboard's Single Charts Ranked #6 among all 1960s artists on Billboard's Album Charts Ranked #26 among all-time artists on Billboard's Album Charts Ranked #20 in most albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 37 “Walk, Don't Run” is one of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Top 500 Hits of all time  1960 to 1969 - Placed 14 singles on Billboard's Single Charts   Gold singles: “Walk, Don't Run (1960), “Walk Don't Run '64” (1964), “Hawaii Five-0” (1969),  1960 to 1972 - Placed 37 albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 5 on the charts simultaneously during 1963. Gold albums: Telstar and the Lonely Bull (1963), Golden Greats (1967), Hawaii Five-0 (1969) To date, more than 450 LP and CD albums released worldwide (and still counting) 1960 to 1973 - Sold nearly 1,000,000 albums per year in the U.S.  Japan sales approaching 40,000,000 units (and still counting) Collective worldwide sales approaching 100,000,000 units (and still counting) 1964 - Popularized Mosrite Guitars with introduction of The Ventures Model. Today these are among the most sought-after guitars, known for their tone and playability. Successfully adapted their unique guitar style to countless changes in musical trends Released an acclaimed set of instructional records with the Play Guitar with The Ventures series Cited affectionately as "the group that launched a thousand bands" Credited with popularizing rock and roll and the electric guitar in Japan 1971 - First non-Japanese artists elected to the Japanese Conservatory of Music Jan 1987, Guitar Player magazine 20 Anniversary Issue cited Walk Don't Run as one of "20 Essential Rock Albums" 1990 - Inducted into the Washington State Music Hall of Fame Feb 1996, Guitar magazine identified “Walk Don't Run” as one of ten 1960's albums included in “The Fifty Greatest Rock Guitar Records" (albums) Inducted into the Hollywood Rock Walk  Invited to participate in the Smithsonian Institution's celebration of the development of the electric guitar Honored by Fender Guitars with a limited-edition line of Ventures Model Jazzmaster, Telecaster and Jazz Bass signature guitars 2001 - Honored by Aria Guitars with limited-edition Ventures Model guitars 2004 - Award by Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for contributing to friendly relations between Japan and US. No other artists in modern music share this honor 2005 – Washington State Senate Resolution 8645 to honor The Ventures, to "recognize the contributions of those who have had a significant impact over the evolution, development and perpetuation of rock and roll" 2006 – “Walk, Don't Run” is inducted into The Grammy Hall of Fame Numerous contributions to movie and commercial soundtracks, including ‘Pulp Fiction' and ‘Madagascar' The Ventures have reached over 100- Million in record sales, 14-songs that hit the singles chart, and 37 albums that charted. The band continues to record and tour with their current lineup of …Don Wilson (rhythm guitar- co-founder 1958), Nokie Edwards (lead guitar -joined 1960), Gerry McGee (lead guitar –joined 1968), Bob Spalding (lead and bass guitar –joined 1981), Leon Taylor (drums – joined 1996 after the passing of his father Mel Taylor). Co-founder, lead and bass guitarist Bob Bogle passed away in 2009. Drummer Mel Taylor passed away in 1996. I had the rare privilege of chatting with Don Wilson back in June about … The “Walk, Don't Run" legacy … The early days of The Ventures … Their devoted Japanese fans … My infamous ‘Field of Dreams' question …The inception of “Hawaii Five-O”… And much-much more! Here's my interview with The Ventures legendary guitarist, co-founder, pioneer …DON WILSON.   Support us on PayPal!

Retired Baltimore police officer Leon Taylor joins the Bullpen to discuss police misconduct. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Bullpen Guest: Leon Taylor *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE: ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FACEBOOK: ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER: ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM: ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the treatment room today, we take another look into the heart-pounding world of football management. His team are a force to be reckoned with on the pitch and has had massive success with 2 promotions. We also talk about Deans previous club and the success he has had at those clubs which have helped him in his management career. Dean shares his memories of Leon Taylor who sadly passed away and how it was a difficult time for him and his players. Support the podcast  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nonleaguetreatmentroom FOLLOW US ON! INSTAGRAM @nonleaguetreatmentroom TWITTER @nonleaguetreat TIKTOK @nonleaguetreatmen Podcast Sponsors TRED SOCKS - https://tredsocks.com/ Use Discount code PODCAST for 10% off!! PATHWAYS COVENTRY - FOLLOW ON ALL SOCIALS  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 This episode's guest is Leon Taylor, an Olympic silver medalist who has gone on to commentate for the BBC, mentor Olympic and Paralympic athletes and speak at a TEDx talk viewed by millions. He also coached me to run the Brighton half marathon (yes, half. I hate running). You don't have to be an Olympic athlete to think like one. There's something for everyone in this chat. Even if high-performance sport isn't your thing, we're all trying to get better at something. There are some great parenting tips too.I hope it inspires you just enough to look at one area of your life you'd like to improve. I always find my chats with Leon super energising.Melanie.Find more from Leon here.This episode is sponsored by my family-owned UK supplement company Bare Biology.

Jeff Woody and Grant Mahoney discuss ISU logos, Grant's gripes, and college stories before welcoming Leon Taylor of GoTigers247 to talk all things Memphis, opt-outs, the Tiger offense, and the Iowa State connections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we are excited to speak to Leon Taylor! Silver medal winning Olympic diver, broadcaster, speaker, mentor, author, coach and BBC commentator, Leon is a man with many hats. We dive into how Leon uses his experience in the Olympics to deal with pressure in business, the impact of physical movement on your emotional state and his work as an executive coach. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! Enjoy

Episode 99 - Beyond the Finish Line with Leon Taylor Bear with us - we promise there is a link between diving and financial wellbeing! Join us as we chat with Olympic medallist Leon Taylor about the importance of embracing the journey rather that fixating on specific outcomes. A conversation that will improve your perspective [...]

Leon Taylor, Go Tigers 247, on DeAndre Williams and Tigers roster with Jason Smith

Actor Russell Hornsby joins Mase & Sue on the Culture Pop Podcast to talk about his role as the legendary Don King in the Hulu miniseries MIKE about the life of former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. Russell has had an amazing career. We also talk about his role as running back Leon Taylor in the ESPN series PLAYMAKERS and as the patriarch of the Flemory family in BMF. Great actor. Great conversation.   

Ed BagwellBorn: 1980Died: 1997by Leon TaylorLeon Taylor teaches economics at a university in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He has written fiction for the 96th of October, Schlock!, Sanitarium, Space and Time, 365tomorrows, and other magazines. He maintains a blog at centralasiaeconomy@wordpress.com .You can read "Ed Bagwell" at https://www.whiteenso.com/ghost-stories-2022Win a copy of "Messengers of the Macabre: Hallowe'en Poems" Follow us on Twitter (@ghostJapanese) or Instagram: WhiteEnsoJapan or post a comment on a tweet/post. Donate through Ko-Fi. https://ko-fi.com/kaidankaighoststories

Leon Taylor, Olympic Silver Diving Medallist, Executive Coach, Mentor, Public speaker, and Author talks with Paul about the vital role movement plays in mental well being Leon explains how moving can disrupt  the build-up of stress and positively change your neurobiology and the huge range of ways to access moving If you can take the first step and be curious your world can change, listen in, and find out more in this fascinating episode   KEY TAKEAWAYS This show contains branded product placement Moving your body is good for you physically but it's also good for your mental well being Disrupt a pattern of thinking and a build-up of stress by moving, you can change your neurobiology in just a few moments To develop your mental fitness you need to physically move Cortisol is useful in small doses but larger doses as a result of continuing stress levels can be damaging Find a consistent movement routine that you enjoy and keep doing it We are all as unique as our fingerprints and everyone's need for movement is different Movement that boosts your mood will increase your energy levels   When you find out what's in your way, creating a barrier to movement you can start to find ways around it Accountability can inspire you to be consistent and build a movement routine Don't have a fitness goal, be on a quest to have fun moving Understanding how your mindset can impact on what you are doing  is key Take the first step and be curious about what's out there   BEST MOMENTS ‘Changing the position of your body can completely change what's going on in your nervous system' ‘Be curious and open to new ways of moving' ‘You can do cartwheels in the garden if that's what works for you'   RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE https://leontaylor.co.uk/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/MENTOR-Most-Important-Never-Trained/dp/1907261044 Leons Magic Mantra - Sarah Griffiths & Leon Taylor   VALUABLE RESOURCES Mindset Change Podcast Mindset Coaching and Therapy The Mindset Coach UK Instagram Mindset Change YouTube   NUMIND WELLNESS OFFER - 20% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CODE  https://numindwellness.com/   use Code:  PAUL20   ABOUT THE HOST Paul Sheppard Paul is well known for his holistic therapy and coaching approach  when working with anxiety, stress, confidence, and motivation, understanding, and treating the root causes and surrounding issues He has a passion for understanding how the mind works and has been trained in many therapies. He is an Integrative Hypnotherapist, Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, IEMT and has also had training in CBT, ACT and Mindfulness His mission is to share with others the strategies, techniques and perspectives that can have the most positive impact on changing anxiety, stress, low confidence, depression, and motivation. Working with your mind to become calmer, focused, motivated, confident, and resilient are skills everyone can develop and Paul offers a realistic, direct, and no-nonsense approach that is about creating the change you want to live the life you deserve   CONTACT METHOD Mindset Coaching and Therapy The Mindset Coach UK Instagram Mindset Change YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leon Taylor of Tigers Sports Report drops by to recap the Memphis Tigers offseason and what lies ahead.

YOUR MAGIC MANTRA   Join me and my special guests, Leon Taylor and Sarah Griffiths as we discuss how you can overcome mental health challenges and achieve big goals. We will also be revealing Leon and Sarah's new book: ‘Leon's Magic Mantra' and I want to share a special story of how this book exists.   Leon is a mindset coach on the Headspace app, former Olympian Silver Medalist Diver, Commentator on BBC sports and supporter of the SportsAid charity.   Sarah Griffiths is a Children's book author, storyteller and writer with a passion for celebrating each child's magnificent uniqueness. Sarah's stories teach children how to improve self-esteem, reach for dreams and unlock limitless potential.   This episode will be a super inspiring talk and I can't wait to share this with you.   You can learn more about Leon's Magic Mantra here: https://amzn.eu/d/hOUdrKg|https://amzn.eu/d/hOUdrKg

Listen to Grind Time w/ Peter Edmiston & Anthony Sain!!! This hour we have Leon Taylor talking all thing Memphis Tigers including Emoni Bates updates!!

Leon Taylor is a former Olympic diver, commentator, speaker, and wellness expert. We talk about his childhood, diving, competing in the Olympics, as well as dealing with judgments and expectations towards athletes, his work as a mentor for Tom Daley, and his thoughts and beliefs on the role of wellness in an athlete's performance.[01:48] Introducing Leon Taylor and Diving Training[10:03] Why Gymnastics and Diving[13:41] Genetics and Physicality in Diving[19:36] Embracing Help[27:21] The Vulnerable “Bulletproof” Athlete[30:03] Winning the Olympics After a 44-Year Drought[34:35] Controlling Anxieties on Pressures and Expectations[43:18] Bringing the Best Out of Each Other in a Team[47:50] Talking About Vulnerability[58:02] Leon's Role of Mentoring[01:13:47] Yoga's Role in Leon's Career[01:31:03] Leon's Book and Quote RecommendationsYou can reach Leon through his official website. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Available on iOS & AndroidConnect with Lewis at:TikTok: @lewis_hatchettInstagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcastContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com

Join Anthony Sain & Zach Boyd for the first hour of Grind Time! Leon Taylor joins the show @ 130.

Peter and Anthony talk with Leon Taylor about Emoni Bates' recruiting visit, snacks in his room, the impact of NIL, the Tigers hiring of Rasheed Wallace and more. Also, they talk about Grizzlies' roster building, winning a championship or enjoy the team and more.

Seg 1: Giannotto & Connor recap the Grizzlies/Clippers trade and look at what it means for the Grizz future Seg 2: TalkBackLive's Leon Taylor joins the show to talk all things recruiting and Emoni Bates  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Leon Taylor's story Howard Bound, a lonely young woman enters a train full of strangers. What could possibly go wrong? Read by Frances Causer.Leon Taylor teaches economics at a university in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He has written fiction for the 96th of October, Schlock!, Sanitarium, Space and Time, 365tomorrows, and other magazines. He maintains a blog at centralasiaeconomy@wordpress.com .

Anthony talks with WMC-TV's Jarvis Greer about the problems with Team USA, Grizzlies and NBA Draft and more. Also, he talk with Leon Taylor about Peach Jam feedback, news on Jalen Duren's recruitment, Penny's final assistant spot and more.

We had the pleasure of speaking to former competitive diver and Olympic silver medallist, Leon Taylor, on the pivotal and highly topical issue of mental health and well-being. As we slowly transition back to some sort of “normality”, everyone will be feeling different levels of anxiety, concern and stress. So how can we manage some of the challenges we may face during this transition period and beyond? How can we support one another through this process? And what lessons from the pandemic will help shape how we live and work in future, and to improve our mental well-being? In this insightful conversation, Leon provides some positive, practical advice and guidance on these important topics. About Leon TaylorAfter 20 years in elite sport, Leon has gone on to become the BBC's “Voice of Diving” and he is now a valued mentor to Olympic and Paralympic athletes. In addition, he coaches corporate clients and delivers workshops on a variety of high performance topics. He combines mentoring and high performance experience with a passion for mental wellness.

My guest on this episode is Leon Taylor - an Olympic medalist, BBC's voice of diving, he's an events speaker, executive coach and Team GB mentor with a real passion for mental health. You may have seen his TED talk “How to manage your mental health”, and this is the topic we're discussing today. Is sport still a big part of your life? Has your nutrition changed over time? Have you found benefit in good fats for mental health? Tell us about “Mindset and Movement” where anyone can join 60min group sessions to boost physical and mental wellbeing Any tips for people struggling with their mental health?   About Leon "An uplifting and motivational address which inspired the audience ..." During his diving career, Leon enjoyed sustained success at the highest level. He participated at 3 Olympic Games and was a member of the Great Britain team for 16 years. The highlight of his career was Silver at the 2004 Athens Olympics. In May 2008, Leon retired from diving but he still enjoys involvement with elite sport. He is a member of the British Olympic Association (BOA) athletes commission. A role that saw him help TeamGB athletes prepare for Rio 2016 – their most successful to date. Olympic fans will recognise Leon's voice as the BBC's “voice of diving”. His colourful, insightful summaries have won him fans of all ages. Since retirement he has also been mentor to, among others, diving sensation Tom Daley. This latter role led him to write his first book, "MENTOR - The most important role you were never trained for". A book aimed at organisations wishing to engage and nurture talent through mentoring. Leon's mentorship skills are now put to good use in his work with SportsAid, the UK's leading charity for young athletes. He also delivers mentoring workshops as well as continuing to raise funds for this important charity. After sustaining serious injuries throughout his career, including four shoulder surgeries and a worn disc in his lower back, Leon was advised by his medical team to try yoga... it worked he's now pain free and has been teaching yoga for a decade. To mark his 40th birthday he completed a challenging Ironman triathlon. Leon is a qualified executive coach hired by leaders and entrepreneurs. He combines mentoring and high performance experience with a passion for mental wellness. This leads to sustainable high performance built on long-term mental wellness. Here's a link to Leon's TED talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkZl2gsLUp4 and also Mindeset and Movement we discussed during the episode https://leontaylor.co.uk/mindset-movement.html Follow Leon on the following social media channels: Website: www.leontaylor.co.uk LinkedIn: leontaylorGB Twitter: leontaylorGB Instagram: leontaylorGB FB: leontaylorGB

Kirk welcomes Diva, a/k/a Leon Taylor from K104.7, WSPK, in Poughkeepsie, NY, who is also a makeup artist, LGBTQ activist, and more.

Leon Taylor broke a British diving-medal drought of 44 years when he won silver in the 2004 Athens Olympics along with diving partner Peter Waterfield. In the process, Leon also broke quite a lot of his body. The gruelling training, not to mention somersaulting from a very high platform, left him with multiple reconstructive surgeries, before the doctor decided to put Leon out of his misery. But he fought back, and Leon has turned the highs and lows of Olympic diving into a successful career coaching, speaking and mentoring. I highly recommend his TEDx speech, which you can see here. Not before listening to the podcast, obviously, in which Leon talks about staying lockdown healthy, and treating movement as medicine for both our physical and mental health.

Welcome to the Gymnastics Growth Show podcast, brought to you by Nick Ruddock, a performance Gymnastics Coach and consultant to international gymnastics teams and professional sports clubs. In this podcast, Nick and his special guests share the strategies and tactics used to optimise athlete and coach performance from grass roots to gold standard. Tackling all things gymnastics and performance sport, from physical preparation and psychology, to nutrition and lifestyle, this podcast is a must for any gymnastics coach serious about improving results and furthering their expertise.

Olympic Medalist, Executive Coach, and speaker Leon Taylor debuts on the show to encourage us to increase our level of happiness by using our bodies.   You can watch today’s entire talk here.   Connect with Leon Taylor:    Website: https://leontaylor.co.uk/   Instagram: leontaylorgb   https://www.instagram.com/leontaylorgb/   Twitter: @LeonTaylorGB https://mobile.twitter.com/LeonTaylorGB     Book: MENTOR: The Most Important Role You Were Never Trained For    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1907261044/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=jmd-21&linkCode=as2&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=1907261044   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs).

In this episode B.Cobb and Brion welcome their first guest Leon Taylor (@leondevontaylorsports). Leon is an up and coming sports media person in the Memphis area who specializes in Prep Sports. They talk about fun times in a Saturn, Memphis Tigers basketball, the Memphis high school preps basketball scene, and their favorite Memphis high school basketball player. If you enjoy sports and sports talk this episode is for you. Also follow the podcast on IG @2bswithapodcast. #Memphis #highschoolhoops #sportstalk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jason & John Show, Wednesday, July 22, 2020, Hour 1 Guest Host Anthony Sain (w/Mark Giannotto in Seg 2/Leon Taylor on local hoops/grassroots in Seg 3)

This week we speak to Rwandan slash Hamiltonian artist Raiza Biza. Dom wonders if he left the oven on as he BLM marches, Todd is pissed off and Raiza is in a creative hibernation groove. The police are not ok, Dan is ok and the kids are definitely ok. Leon Taylor's givealittle - https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/support-for-leon-taylor-aka-the-basketball-yeti?fbclid=IwAR2XOPKLirTZxs2soYdGtyHcNyq9N07sq-z21EhD5QVlvsA4LoJm5xiOnTM If you want to help support the podcast head to https://www.patreon.com/HNTBAA

This is my first Podcast ever. My name is Leon Taylor. I‘m a musician and sound designer who‘s starting to build Sound Identities for companies. This Podcast is about my journey into an art & science that is yet still at it’s beginnings! Sound Branding is an extremely effective marketing tool that however is, if at all not been used efficiently by most companies! The coming Voice era however will have a massive impact on how companies will use sound to help create brand! So these are my first steps into what I believe will be a very exciting time to come...

Today we have a fascinating conversation with actor Russell Hornsby—from Grimm, Seven Seconds, and The Hate You Give—as well as FENCES, both on Broadway and in the film, his career is full of valuable lessons he’s learned. After twenty years in the industry, he shares how a long-term career was not a given reality for him, but rather something he’s had to fight for every step of the way. His advice is equal parts inspiration and tough love, so whether you’re just starting out or are a few years in, he’s got some healthy perspective about being honest with yourself, doing the work, and putting everything you have on the line for your art.  Russell Hornsby is an American theater, television, and film actor. He is known for his roles as Edward "Eddie" Sutton on ABC Family's Lincoln Heights, as Luke on the HBO drama In Treatment, as Detective Hank Griffin on the NBC series Grimm, and as Lyons in the movie Fences. After finishing his studies at Oxford, Hornsby moved to New York City and was subsequently cast in leading roles in Off Broadway productions of To Kill a Mockingbird (as Atticus Finch), Joe Louis Blues, and Six Degrees of Separation (as Paul). In the late 1990s, he decided to move to Los Angeles in order to transition into television and film. He has appeared in several different television productions including appearing in recurring roles in Haunted as Detective Marcus Bradshaw and Gideon's Crossing as Chief Resident Dr. Aaron Boise. His other television credits include Grey's Anatomy, Law & Order, and In Justice among others. He also played running back Leon Taylor in ESPN's drama series Playmakers. On the big screen, he has appeared in such films as After the Sunset, Big Fat Liar, Get Rich or Die Tryin', Keep the Faith, Baby, Meet the Parents, and Stuck among others. In 2000, Hornsby appeared in the Off-Broadway production of Jitney for which he won a Drama Desk Award and an Obie Award. He starred in the NBC fantasy drama Grimm from 2011 to 2017. In 2018, he played Isaiah Butler in the Netflix crime drama Seven Seconds. That same year, Hornsby joined the cast of the movie Creed II. LINKS:  IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0395203/ INSTAGRAM: @russoulhornsby  TWITTER: @russellhornsby SEVEN SECONDS TRAILER THE HATE YOU GIVE TRAILER

This episode is with none other than British silver Olympic medalist turned coach, speaker, yoga teacher and mental health advocate, Leon Taylor. Leon has such a lust for life!! His optimism and energy for all things is truly infectious and inspirational. ⁠⁠During the interview, we talked about the impact of watching the Olympic games had on him at the age 6, the challenges in rediscovering who you are, the importance of mentors, why joy should be central to anything you do, how to constantly learn and evolve as well as whether we can ever be successful in our own eyes. ⁠⁠  

Quality Policing Episode 25: "friendly fire," LA traffic stops, arming school security, cops afraid to initiate arrests, and yes, Jussie Smallette.

Quality Policing Episode 25: "friendly fire," LA traffic stops, arming school security, cops afraid to initiate arrests, and yes, Jussie Smallette.

The Deliberation Sports Crew Joshua Midgett, Justice Bolden, Leon Taylor, & Evan Devould all join in to give their thoughts on what to expect for Penny Hardaway's inaugural season as head basketball coach of the Memphis Tigers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deliberationsports1/support

The Deliberation Sports Crew Joshua Midgett, Justice Bolden, Leon Taylor, & Evan Devould all join in to give their thoughts on what to expect for Penny Hardaway's inaugural season as head basketball coach of the Memphis Tigers.

Leon Taylor sits down with us to share his journey out of competitive sport, battling depression, and how yoga helped him fall back in love with movement. You can watch all of Leon’s talks on the links below: Ken Robinson - https://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity Tim Ferriss - https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_ferriss_smash_fear_learn_anything Max Strom - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Lb5L-VEm34 Amy Cuddy - https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are Wendy Suzuki - https://www.ted.com/talks/wendy_suzuki_the_brain_changing_benefits_of_exercise Leon’s own talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkZl2gsLUp4 For an enhanced podcast experience download the Entale app: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/entale-the-visual-podcast-app/id1321535463?mt=8 And for more of the best talks be sure to subscribe to TED Talks Daily: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ted-talks-daily/id160904630?mt=2 Join the #TooT community for bonus content: https://www.facebook.com/groups/861211404268730/

This week we chatted to Leon Taylor, three-time GB Olympian who won silver in Athens 2004. Post-retirement Leon has explored and written a book on mentoring called "MENTOR - The most important role you were never trained for" and recently gave a brilliant TEDx talk on movement and mental health. We touched on all of this in our chat and also explored the fine line between winning and athlete welfare. Apologies for the sound quality we had a little difficulty with our mic. This said Leon's fascinating discussion more than makes up for it. Leon's TEDx talk can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkZl2gsLUp4 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leontaylorGB/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeonTaylorGB Website: http://www.leontaylor.co.uk

“One of the big things for me is, I had no idea how rewarding it was being involved in someone else's performance ... because it was all about me when I was an athlete and then after sport it was a real eye-opener how much intrinsic reward, enjoyment and pure joy you can gain by serving others. I think that for me is where it's at.” – Leon Taylor Leon Taylor is curious, passionate, and accomplished. And he is fiercely committed to what he chooses to focus on. In 1996 Leon attended his first Olympic Games in Atlanta at the age of 18, representing Great Britain in diving. His commitment and training drove him to compete at the Olympic level twice more in the 2000 Sydney Games and the 2004 Athens Games. In Athens, he and his diving partner Peter Waterfield secured Britain's first medal in the sport in 44 years, winning a silver medal in synchronized diving. His career lasted more than 20 years, which is astounding in of itself for such a physically punishing sport. His successes brought diving to the attention of the British public and led to additional investment in the development of the sport and its athletes in Great Britain. Retiring from diving in May 2008, Leon is now an integral part of the BBC Sports Olympic coverage and has also been mentor to, among others, diving sensation Tom Daley. This latter role led him to write his first book. "MENTOR - The most important role you were never trained for" aimed at organisations wishing to engage and nurture talent through mentoring. Leon is a yoga teacher, much sought after professional speaker, conference host, workshop facilitator and executive coach. His reputation and profile in these areas have steadily built over the last decade as he continues his role as a Brand Ambassador for BMW, BT and Lloyds bank, lululemon athletica and SSE. Leon's curiousity remains peaked as he considers what exciting adventures are next and waiting to be discovered. Selected Links and People Mentioned from this episode: Connect with Leon Taylor: Facebook Twitter Leon Taylor: Coaching and Speaking MENTOR: The Most Important Role You Were Never Trained For by Leon Taylor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daley_Thompson yogahaven Team GB: Leon explains Olympic Diving Show Notes [02:10] Patrick introduces his next guest: Leon Taylor [05:06] Let's get started. Where Patrick and Leon met, and Patrick subsequently got his ass kicked a little by Leon! [06:24] Patrick sets the stage for Leon and their forthcoming conversation. [07:21] Leon navigates the seemingly simple (but not at all) question: Leon, what do you do? [10:25] In his mentoring role, what is Leon looking for in a young athlete when he decides to work with them? Intentionality, clarity and “spidey senses” all play a part. [13:45] Before getting into Leon's journey both before and after the Olympics, let's hear about Leon's background and where he comes from. [17:34] Leon's first two loves in sport naturally combine to bring his focus to diving. [18:43] Leon recounts the story of his introduction to the Olympic games and the decisiveness of his own journey at the age of six. [22:23] Leon explains how his parents nurtured his interests and those of his sister, while allowing them both to be responsible for their choices around it. They also gave Leon little nudges to stay on track with school! [25:00] Beyond personal desire, Leon describes the pivotal point at which he realized he could compete at a world-class level. A significant conversation with his Dad, defines a clear path for Leon. [29:32] Leon describes the excitement of learning that his dream of going to the Olympic games is going to come true, sooner than he thought. [32:23] Did Leon have expectations around winning at the 1996 games? [34:25] Leon talks about the sacrifices he chose to make toward realizing his dream, and the regular check-ins and self-questioning about whether it was worth i...

“One of the big things for me is, I had no idea how rewarding it was being involved in someone else's performance ... because it was all about me when I was an athlete and then after sport it was a real eye-opener how much intrinsic reward, enjoyment and pure joy you can gain by serving others. I think that for me is where it's at.” – Leon Taylor Leon Taylor is curious, passionate, and accomplished. And he is fiercely committed to what he chooses to focus on. In 1996 Leon attended his first Olympic Games in Atlanta at the age of 18, representing Great Britain in diving. His commitment and training drove him to compete at the Olympic level twice more in the 2000 Sydney Games and the 2004 Athens Games. In Athens, he and his diving partner Peter Waterfield secured Britain's first medal in the sport in 44 years, winning a silver medal in synchronized diving. His career lasted more than 20 years, which is astounding in of itself for such a physically punishing sport. His successes brought diving to the attention of the British public and led to additional investment in the development of the sport and its athletes in Great Britain.