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Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a textJust days after running a historic 2:24:53 at the Valencia Marathon, Canadian marathoner & 3-time Olympian Malindi Elmore joins Inspired Soles to break down one of the most remarkable performances in Canadian distance running history. At 45.75 years old, Malindi placed 12th in one of the deepest marathon fields in the world, ran the fourth-fastest marathon ever by a Canadian woman, and shattered the Canadian women's 45–49 record by 14 minutes — all on a day that warmed to 20°C by the finish.But this conversation goes far beyond the result. Malindi shares how she approaches the mental side of training, why she stays process-focused even when she knows she's in record-breaking shape, and how she navigated the crowded Valencia course while bringing her 7 and 11 year old kids along for the experience. We also explore the emotional complexity of marathon finish lines, a meaningful post-race exchange with “Tom from France,” and why finding purpose — and loving the process — always matters more than the outcome. Fierce, thoughtful, and deeply relatable, Malindi offers wisdom for runners at every stage of life.Partner:Visit levermovement.com and use Inspired20 for 20% off OR use this link: https://levermovement.com/discount/Inspired20Connect with Malindi:Instagram: @malindielmoreConnect with Carolyn:Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

After being named to lead the Canadian marathon team at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Malindi Elmore had some injury struggles through the spring and summer and was forced to withdraw. She  decided to focus on returning to full health in hopes of finding a later starting line where she could arrive in top shape. She built steadily through the fall, and her decision to delay returning to the marathon paid off in Valencia, Spain, last week, where Malindi crossed the finish line in 2:24:53, breaking the Canadian 45-49 age group record by a staggering 14 minutes. Malindi now owns five of the six fastest times in Canadian history. The time also eclipsed the men's Canadian 45-49 record, making Malindi the fastest Canadian of all time, male or female, in the age group.Today on The Shakeout Podcast, Malindi joins the show to discuss how she built back from injury to make it to the starting line in Valencia healthy and fit–and how in this, the 10th marathon of her career, she continues to grow and evolve in pursuit of her best performances.Follow Malindi on Social Media @MalindielmoreSubscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts.

Malindi reminds to throw off everything that easily entangles and run the race with perseverance.

In this episode, we examine the real impact of the Essence of Africa trade show, its evolution, significance, and what it means for the continent's tourism future. Joining me on site is Amanda Margison, one of the founders of Essence of Africa, as we reflect on this year's edition in Malindi, Kenya.From local community engagement to the show's bold vision of rotating across Africa, this conversation offers an honest look at how Essence of Africa is reshaping the B2B landscape and redefining how the world connects with African destinations.  

Malindi encourages us to preach the share our knowledge of Christ to the world.

O Centro Espacial da Guiana Francesa (CSG) é a principal porta de acesso da Europa ao Espaço. Mas sozinha a base de lançamento de Kourou não pode garantir a segurança dos voos e precisa de estações de monitoramento de foguetes espaciais espalhadas pelos quatro campos do mundo, como o Centro de Lançamento da Barreira do Inferno, em Natal. O Brasil é um dos parceiros históricos da Agência Espacial Europeia, que está completando 50 anos.  Adriana Brandão, enviada especial da RFI a Kourou* De Kourou são lançados os foguetes europeus Ariane 6 e Vega C utilizados para colocar satélites em órbita ou para missões interplanetárias. Os lançamentos são preparados minunciosamente durante meses e até anos antes da data prevista. A segurança dos voos é de responsabilidade do CNES, a agência espacial francesa, proprietária do Centro Espacial da Guiana, que opera em parceria com a empresa Arianespace e a Agência Espacial Europeia (ESA). Jean-Frédéric Alasa, diretor de Operações do CNES, diz que essa é uma cooperação complementar e estreita que começa muito antes de um lançamento. "O diretor de Operações e o responsável de Missão da Arianespace são um binômio. A Arianespace gere o foguete e o diretor de operações a parte relacionada à base de lançamento e à segurança do voo", informa. Ele detalha que a proteção de bens e pessoas e do meio ambiente é uma das missões soberanas do CNES. "Isso significa que quando o foguete decolar, se ele não estiver na trajetória correta, atuaremos, mas nas condições climáticas ideais para evitar que, em caso de queda, os destroços não caiam em áreas habitadas, por exemplo", explica.  Monitoramento do voo No último dia 29 de maio, a RFI pôde acompanhar o lançamento de um foguete Vega C, que colocou com sucesso em órbita o satélite Biomass da Agência Espacial Europeia. Assim que o foguete deixa a base de lançamento, ele é monitorado durante toda a sua trajetória. Os satélites podem ser colocados em órbita polar, ou geoestacionária, na linha do Equador. Nos primeiros minutos do voo, o rastreio é feito pelas poderosas antenas parabólicas da estação de Galliot, na Guiana Francesa, que fica a poucos quilômetros da base de lançamento de Kourou. Localizada em uma montanha, o local é protegido, cercado de arame farpado e com entrada restrita para evitar qualquer falha ou vazamento no esquema de segurança dos voos. O brasileiro Cleberson Miranda trabalha na estação há mais de 20 anos. Ele nasceu na Guiana Francesa, mas é filho de brasileiros, e sonhava em integrar a equipe do Centro Espacial de Kourou desde criança. "Nosso trabalho tem que ir até o fim da missão, quer dizer, ou o foguete vai ser desaorbitado ou ele vai ser passivado para ficar em órbita, mas sem perigo", indica o responsável pelo Sistema de Telemetria do CNES. Base da Barreira do Inferno de Natal Em 10 minutos, os foguetes saem dos radares da estação de Galiot, que passa a contar com a ajuda de outras estações terrestres para monitorar os voos que duram em média duas horas. "Quando o voo é para o norte, a gente tem uma estação nas ilhas Bermudas, e quando é para o leste, a próxima estação é a de Natal. A gente tem um acordo com a Agência Espacial Brasileira, a AEB, e com o CLBI, que é o Centro de lançamento da Barreira do inferno". As bases de monitoramento terrestres espalhadas pelos quatro cantos do mundo, como a de Natal, passam a ser o “olho” do Centro Espacial da Guiana, que continua sendo o responsável pela segurança do voo. As antenas dessas bases recuperam a telemetria emitida pelo foguete e enviam para Kourou, que faz o tratamento dos dados. Essas parcerias são indispensáveis. "É essencial. Não podemos lançar sem essas colaborações aí pelo mundo. Depois que o foguete é lançado, temos de monitorá-lo até ele não ser mais um perigo. A autorização de voo só é dada se tiver os meios de monitorar isso durante todo esse tempo", salienta o brasileiro. Além de Natal, o centro espacial da Guiana conta, por exemplo, com a colaboração das bases de Malindi, no Quênia, que pertence à Agência Espacial Italiana, de Gatineau, da Agência Especial do Canadá, ou a New Norcia, localizada na Austrália e que pertence à Agência Espacial Europeia. Parceria histórica Mas a parceira com o Centro de Lançamento da Barreira do Inferno é a mais antiga. O Brasil participa do monitoramento dos foguetes lançados de Kourou desde o início e foi o segundo país a assinar um acordo com a Agência Espacial Europeia em 1977, depois da Índia. A cooperação para a instalação na base brasileira de uma estação de telemetria para o rastreio dos foguetes europeus foi assinada somente dois anos depois da criação da ESA, em 1975. A Barreira do Inferno é o primeiro centro de lançamento de foguetes da América do Sul. Localizada no município de Parnamirim, a cerca de 12 km de Natal, a base da Força Aérea Brasileira foi fundada em 1965, com o objetivo de contribuir para o avanço de tecnologias espaciais brasileiras. O coronel aviador Christiano Haag, diretor do CLBI, ressalta que essa parceria com a ESA também é "muito importante" para o Brasil. "A Agência Espacial Europeia é responsável pela instalação e manutenção dos equipamentos e, mais importante, pela atualização da nossa estação. É ainda disponibilizado um treinamento para os recursos humanos e existe um pagamento financeiro que entra com os cofres públicos", informa o coronel. Fabrizio Fabiani, diretor do programa Vega na Arianespace, lembra que a base de Natal é usada quase sempre nas "missões geoestacionárias" e que essa "parceria histórica com o Brasil é muito importante e robusta". Uma parceria de "sucesso e estratégica" para o desenvolvimento do programa espacial das duas agências, ressalta o coronel Christiano Haag, garantindo que "até hoje nós tivemos 100% de sucesso no rastreio dos foguetes lançados a partir de Kourou". Cleberson Miranda recorda que "a parceria com Natal existe desde o primeiro lançamento de Kourou" e espera que ela "ainda vá continuar um bom tempo". *A viagem foi realizada a convite da Agência Espacial Europeia        

The National Party has dropped their social media ban for under-16s and it will instead be lead by Education Minister Erica Stanford. The Prime Minister announced social media restrictions will become a part of the Government's work programme. Stanford will work across government to explore options for legislation and bring them to cabinet for consideration. Social media parenting expert Malinda Maclean talks to Ryan Bridge about the plans. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malindi Elmore is a Canadian runner and three-time Olympian. She raced the 1500 in Athens 2004, and the Marathon in Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024, finishing in the top-ten (ninth) in Tokyo. In between her middle-distance and marathon careers, she also raced as a professional triathlete from 2015 to 2017, including six podiums in IM70.3 and Ironman races. We discuss her marathon training, how she manages to perform and continue to improve into her 40s and as a mother, her short but successful professional triathlon career, and more.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: Transitioning to the marathon as a natural middle-distance specialistA detailed look into Malindi's typical marathon buildDouble-threshold workouts and race-specific long runsRace tactics and pacingPerforming at the highest level and continuing to improve well into her 40sBalancing training and life as a professional athlete with being a mother of twoHow Malindi got into triathlon, and found very quick successInsights into Malindi's triathlon training Tips for amateur runners and for amateur triathletes to improve their running DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts456/ LINKS AND RESOURCES: Malindi's website and InstagramDaniels' Running Formula - book by Jack DanielsIn Pursuit of Excellence - book by Terry Orlick WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: Coach Melanie McQuaid | EP#374 and Melanie McQuaid | EP#430 - fellow Canadian athlete who Malindi raced in her triathlon careerNutrition for endurance and ultra-endurance athletes with Trent Stellingwerff, PhD | EP#265 - Trent is a sports scientist with a focus on sports nutrition. He has worked with Malindi in the lead-up to the Tokyo Olympics. David Roche – The training and racing strategy behind his epic Leadville 100 course record | EP#444 - If you're interested in the art and the science of going even longer than the marathon, this one is for you!Michele Zanini (part 2) | EP#394 - Michele has worked with legendary running coach Renato Canova, and gives a detailed description of Canova's principles, as well as Michele's own adaptations of themRun training talk with Jon Green | EP#315 - Jon Green coached Molly Seidel, Olympic Bronze medalist from the marathon in TokyoYou can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. 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Malindi MacLean is Outward Bound's first female CEO and her journey is anything but conventional. From racing as a professional cyclist sport and representing to New Zealand, to "bluffing" her way into the corporate world without a degree, she's navigated challenges with grit and resilience.  In this episode, we dive into her journey through business and leadership, including becoming a CEO while seven months pregnant in the middle of a pandemic, battling self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and overcoming the toxic realities of sexism and harassment in the workplace. We explore how she found her true purpose at Outward Bound, her vision for the organisation, and the powerful impact of challenge-based learning! If you haven't been to Outward Bound or are thinking about, take a leap and do it. It changed my life and many others, shout out to the Hillary Watch 616! We also tackle a topic Malindi is really passionate about, the impact of social media on young people. She shares her mission behind Before16, a think-tank advocating for legislative change to restrict social media access to over-16s, and the importance of keeping kids present in the real world! Hope you enjoy, a massive thank you to our sponsors, Moana Road and Kaboose Media! Moana Road – https://moanaroad.co.nz/ Kaboose Media – https://www.kaboosemedia.co.nz/ Beyond the Surface Insta – https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_surfacenz/ Beyond the Surface YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthesurfacenz Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZArq1WSsV1pMID1dkHbBL?si=ae3f007dd7794cde Noa Woolloff Insta – https://www.instagram.com/noawoolloff/  

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text Leanne Klassen is back on the show, along with her coach, the legendary Malindi Elmore, to break down Leanne's outstanding marathon performance last month in Houston. Malindi is a three-time Olympian and a true icon of Canadian distance running. A Stanford graduate, she first competed in ... more »

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a textLeanne Klassen is back on the show, along with her coach, the legendary Malindi Elmore, to break down Leanne's outstanding marathon performance last month in Houston.Malindi is a three-time Olympian and a true icon of Canadian distance running. A Stanford graduate, she first competed in the 1500 meters at the 2004 Athens Olympics, and then made a remarkable transition to the marathon—placing 9th at the 2021 Tokyo Games and representing Canada again in Paris last summer, a full 20 years after her Olympic debut! At nearly 45 years of age and living in Kelowna, BC, with her husband, Graham, and their two young boys, Malindi continues to train and compete at the highest level while coaching athletes and winning national titles.Leanne was first on the show in the fall of 2023, where we talked about navigating injuries with grace. As a sub-elite distance runner, she's faced her fair share of setbacks, which led her and Malindi to take a fresh approach to her Houston Marathon buildup. Instead of prioritizing high mileage and grueling long runs, they focused on a less-is-more strategy—emphasizing smart training, recovery, and strength work. The results were nothing short of incredible. Leanne not only felt stronger than ever in training, but she also took a massive two minutes off her personal best, running 2:40:52 in tough weather conditions. As endurance athletes, we often fall into the trap of thinking more is always better—but what if real breakthroughs happen by training smarter, not harder? Whether you're a recreational runner or competing at an elite level, this is the kind of story that deserves more attention.Connect with Leanne:Inspired Soles Interview: Navigating Injuries With GraceInstagram: @leanneklassen7Connect with Malindi:Website: malindielmore.comInstagram: @malindielmoreConnect with Carolyn:Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

Malindi reminds to remember to align with Gods priorities in this season and not be distracted by ancillary stuff.

We take a look at the recent, tragic final act of a doomsday cult in Kenya that left 448 dead and another 613 missing in March of 2023. How did cult leader Paul Mackenzie, pastor of Good News International Ministries, convince his followers to starve their own children and then themselves to death? And how did the Pentecostalism he based his messages in contribute to his insane and deadly teachings? Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch.

Welcome to Purposely SHORT, a weekly episode, featuring one of our friends or past guests and their expertise on a certain topic. This weeks episode features Malindi MacLean CET at Outward Bound NZ.

Research has shown Gen Z does see the benefits of putting down their phones. Outdoor education organisation Outward Bound surveyed participants from the last five years, aged 20 and under, and found 80% of them wanted to reduce their screen time. 93% say they feel more productive when they aren't on their phones. Outward Bound chief executive Malindi Maclean tells Heather du Plessis-Allan putting phones down gives teens an opportunity to rediscover meaningful connection and engage with others on a different level. With Gen Z themselves saying they want to be on their phones less, Maclean tells Heather she'd like to see social media banned for those under the age of 16, like over in Australia. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malindi reminds that Jesus is the ultimate authority!

I'm thrilled to welcome back the amazing Malindi Elmore to the podcast! This is her third time joining us, and she continues to inspire as a three-time Olympian representing Team Canada. Malindi made her Olympic debut in 2004 in the 1500 meters and has since transitioned into marathon running, competing in both the Tokyo and ... more »

Welcoming Malindi Maclean, CEO of Outward Bound New Zealand, where she shares her charity's mission to use the challenge of the outdoors to help young people thrive and her journey from pro cyclist to non-profit leader. The core mission of Outward Bound New Zealand is to empower young people by challenging them to step out of their comfort zones and develop essential life skills. The organization serves around 2,000 students each year, with half of them receiving scholarships. These programs are device-free, promoting mental health and fostering a deeper connection with nature. The organization is dedicated to inclusivity, ensuring that every young person, regardless of their background, can benefit from their transformative experiences. Through rigorous outdoor activities such as sailing, tramping, and kayaking, participants learn the value of teamwork, leadership, and personal responsibility. These experiences build resilience, bolster confidence, and instill a sense of compassion and community. Established in 1962 in Anakiwa, Outward Bound New Zealand operates with the blessing of the local iwi, Te Ati Awa, upholding a tradition of respect and collaboration with indigenous communities. Founded by Kurt Hahn, Outward Bound emphasizes resilience, confidence, and compassion through self-discovery journeys in nature. Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination mandates, Outward Bound remains committed to expanding its reach and impact. Future plans include exploring the possibility of a second Outward Bound school in New Zealand, investing in digital systems and infrastructure to improve productivity and efficiency, and engaging with the global Outward Bound network to share knowledge, resources, and best practices. All these efforts are undertaken with a keen awareness of the environmental impact of travel and a continual weighing of its benefits against the necessity of collaboration. Malindi Maclean's path to becoming the CEO of Outward Bound New Zealand is as inspiring as the work she champions. Malindi began her career as a pro cyclist, where she honed her skills in discipline, perseverance, and leadership. These qualities helped her transition into her role in the non-profit sector, where she has become an advocate for youth development. Under her leadership, Outward Bound has not only maintained its high standards but has also adapted to new challenges and opportunities. Malindi's commitment to fostering a nurturing environment for young people is evident in every aspect of her work. Her vision is to see one in every room of school leavers having experienced the transformative power of Outward Bound, equipped with the skills and confidence to navigate life's challenges.

Kenya'ya bağlı Malindi şehrindeyiz ve müritlerini “İsa'yla buluşmak için” açlıktan ölmeye ikna eden bir tarikat liderinin, Paul Mackenzie'nin peşine düşeceğiz. Kendi kendini papaz ilan eden bu adamın tarikatını yerleştirdiği ormanda bulunan toplu mezarlardan üç yüzün üstünde ceset çıkarıldı. Yakın tarihin en vahşi toplu ölümlerinden birini inceliyoruz.

Kenya'ya bağlı Malindi şehrindeyiz ve müritlerini “İsa'yla buluşmak için” açlıktan ölmeye ikna eden bir tarikat liderinin, Paul Mackenzie'nin peşine düşeceğiz. Kendi kendini papaz ilan eden bu adamın tarikatını yerleştirdiği ormanda bulunan toplu mezarlardan üç yüzün üstünde ceset çıkarıldı. Yakın tarihin en vahşi toplu ölümlerinden birini inceliyoruz.

Send us a textImagine a city where you can walk amongst skyscrapers one moment and spot a giraffe the next. Our guest, Vincent, fresh from a two-month adventure in Nairobi, takes us on an extraordinary journey through Kenya, sharing firsthand experiences from his upbringing near Lake Victoria to his current life in the Bay Area. We explore Kenya's diverse tribes and educational system, and the unique blend of English and Kiswahili that colors daily conversations.This episode shines a light on Kenya's rich cultural traditions and culinary delights, especially during Christmas. Discover how Kenyans celebrate the festive season with grand feasts and family gatherings, rather than focusing on gift-giving. We also discuss the regional culinary treats you can't miss, from succulent tilapia to the freshest coastal seafood. And if you're a travel enthusiast, our guest's tips on the best times to visit Mombasa, Lamu, and Malindi will be invaluable.Finally, we delve into the vibrant sports culture and cosmopolitan lifestyle of modern Nairobi. Learn about the city's affordability compared to places like the Bay Area, the innovative mobile payment system M-Pesa, and the must-visit spots like Nairobi National Park and the Masai Mara National Reserve. Plus, get a taste of Kenya's sweet side with desserts like mandazi and mahamri, and explore the nation's music traditions that range from the ancient Nyatiti to contemporary Afrobeats. Tune in for a rich, multifaceted look at Kenyan life, culture, and travel that promises to both inform and inspire.Map of KenyaSupport the showPlease download, like, subscribe, share a review, and follow us on your favorite podcasts app and connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wherenextpodcast/View all listening options: https://wherenextpodcast.buzzsprout.com/HostsCarol Springer: https://www.instagram.com/carol.work.lifeKristen: https://www.instagram.com/team_wake/ If you can, please support the show or you can buy us a coffee.

Malindi shares the Lord's Prayer and how it is beautifully written in The Passion Translation.

Malindi shared about how God chose/called His people into royal priesthood, set apart to have authority over the world under the power of the Holy Spirit

Malindi Elmore is a three-time Olympian who competed for the Canadian Olympic Team in track and field in 2004 and marathon in 2020 and 2024. A multi-sport athlete who grew up in Canada, Malindi attended Stanford University, where she broke the school's 800m and 1500m track and field records. Upon becoming a mother in 2014, rather than giving up sport, she picked up a new one: triathlon. Following the birth of her second child, Malindi was ready for another challenge: marathon racing. Six months after giving birth, she competed in her first marathon. Her strong result made her realize she could push toward competing in the Olympics again--16 years after her first appearance--but this time, in a new sport. In this episode, Malindi discusses: How to source the courage to believe you can accomplish big and great things; What it feels like to make an Olympic team; Quieting your mind during an Olympic race and what it feels like to be on a world stage; The comedown athletes face following the Olympic Games and how to navigate athletic disappointment; Advice on navigating athletic success and personal fitness during motherhood; and What it took to make her third Olympic roster in twenty years Learn more and support KidSport here. Get the Ruling Sports Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rulingsports.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ruling Sports Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Instagram.com/RulingSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Twitter.com/RulingSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Facebook.com/RulingSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/RulingSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tiktok.com/@RulingSports

It's time to hang out with three-time Olympian, coach, and all around cool human Malindi Elmore! Malindi is our female representative in the marathon for the upcoming Paris Olympics and she is ready to fly. We catch up on the races and the training over the past two years that have not only let her best the Paris standard, but gave her two shiny new PBs in both the half and full marathon. Malindi is working extremely hard, but she is also still loving the process and is so incredibly passionate about our sport. She also talks about her fundraising campaign for KidSport BC - find out how you can support the goal and help give all kids in Canada a chance to play.  Follow Malindi on Instagram @malindielmore Find out how you can support Malindi's fundraising goal for KidSport at www.malindielmore.com   EPISODE SPONSOR: The in-person Oasis Zoo Run may be sold out, but there's still time to join as a virtual participant. And you aren't going to want to miss out on this super cute medal: it features two of the Toronto Zoo's southern white rhinos, mama Sabi and her little one, Kifaru. Don't wait and chance missing out - register now at www.canadarunningseries.com --- Theme Music: Joseph McDade

Olympian Malindi Elmore retired from track running in 2012. Now at 44, she's back and competing in the marathon at the Paris Olympics. She talks to Matt Galloway about losing her passion for racing, and how she got it back.

Malindi shares about being bold and witnessing for Jesus.

I made a new friend, Serena (sister of Malindi!) who was so impressive and thoughtful in the short time I have known her (cooking, language learning, finance/science management) that I asked her to write down her philosophy of Intentionality.[00:02:05] Elements of Intentionality - Taste and Standards[00:05:17] Elements of Intentionality - Intentionality is All or Nothing[00:06:50] Serena's path to Intentionality[00:10:24] Elements of Intentionality - Fantasy[00:10:55] Elements of Intentionality - Tenacity & Resilience[00:14:13] Where to be Intentional - Relationships[00:17:48] Where to be Intentional - Art[00:19:50] Where to be Intentional - Work[00:24:30] Elements of Intentionality - Stubbornness[00:26:03] Journaling?[00:28:28] Listing Intentions?[00:30:52] Applying Intentionality - on a medium priority[00:37:32] Dropping Intentions[00:42:18] Serena asks: Why do you want to live your life with intentionality? [00:43:21] Serena asks: What is Intentionality for you?[00:47:06] Serena asks: What has kept you from Intentionality?[00:50:52] Intetionality is Lonely [00:52:38] PSA: Serena's eggs are amazing[00:53:08] Back to Health[00:57:24] Intentionality Inspirations - Ramit Sethi and Ira Glass[01:03:02] I should write more[01:06:45] Closing - Intentionality and Fulfilment

Malindi shares on what it means to be mount up in eagles wings.

Alysia and Molly have a conversation with Canadian Olympian (2004 and 2021!) and former record holder Malindi Elmore on her journey in the sport: takeing a step back during a burned out phase, exploring other sports and kinds of training, becoming a Mother and finding herself in a while new event and more Olympic berths at age 43! This was a live podcast from Oct 24th and there are some great listener questions at the end.

Malindi shares about living loud for Jesus.

In light of the unfolding Shakahola horror, what should Christians know—and do—about cults? Rodgers Atwebembeire and Danson Ottawa of ACFAR give practical responses to urgent questions in this wide-ranging interview.(Originally broadcast on KUTV-Nairobi)

This week Mariah details the Malindi Cult and Shakahola Forest Massacre. Don't forget to check out our Instagram where we upload photographs from the case. As always, please remember to rate and subscribe! Connect with us on Instagram @whoresforhorror, Twitter @whrs4horror, or by email at whores4horror69@gmail.com Sources:  https://www.dreshare.com/pastor-paul-mackenzie/ https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/east-africa-news/-i-started-a-church-with-mackenzie-then-he-ruined-our-lives--4219138 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/may/02/kenyan-cult-leader-accused-of-inciting-children-to-starve-to-death https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/kenya-starvation-cult-shakahola-paul-mackenzie-explained-8610795/ https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/19/africa/kenya-starvation-cult-explained-intl-cmd/index.html https://www.globalsistersreport.org/news/cult-deaths-prompt-kenyan-sisters-religious-leaders-call-strict-scrutiny-churches https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/14/world/africa/kenya-christian-cult-deaths.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/24/world/africa/kenya-pastor-good-news-international-church.html https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/15/world/africa/kenya-cult-survivors-suicide-charges.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whoresforhorror/support

Many weeks ago, host Eric Clayton visited a coastal town in Kenya called Malindi — and the Jesuit community that lives there. It's a new community, only about five or so years old, and it's been tasked with carrying out the legacy of St. Francis Xavier who visited that very place many, many years ago. Xavier — the great missionary — spent only a few days on that shore. But while there, he engaged in interreligious dialogue, meeting with and learning from the local Muslim communities. The bishop of Malindi has asked the Jesuits of today to return and continue that work. Fr. Thomas Aquino Deshi Ramadhani, or just Deshi for short, is the Jesuit who has been tasked with leading these efforts. Originally from Indonesia, he's accustomed to building community with Muslims and those of other faiths. He's also a writer—an author of many books—and a retreat director. When Eric was with him, he was preparing to give a retreat on the enneagram and Ignatian spirituality. Today's conversation is very rich. It touches of course on interreligious dialogue—and why Deshi prefers to call it inter-spiritual trialogue—and about how the enneagram influences the writing life. Deshi dives deep into his own spiritual background and shares with us countless nuggets of spiritual wisdom. But one thing that is worth highlighting is that the fruits of this conversation reflect the nature of our global Catholic faith: an Indonesian and an American meeting in Kenya and bound together by the Ignatian tradition and our desire to live out the Gospel. Deshi's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Thomas-Ramadhani/author/B093C9SQ4D?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Video on Malindi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir2KffiLgUY Video on Xavier's Chapel in Malindi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocY0kWWxfcw&t=4s Vocation Story on an American Jesuit in Africa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fm_g0ernKSI&t=6s

01.08.23 Pt 1 - Gareth is surprised by some old friends from around Africa to co-host the show - K.F. Malindi from Zimbabwe, and Mutale Mwanza from Zambia. They debate who owns Victoria Falls, and the reasons behind a third-world country supporting Russia. www.cliffcentral.com

Italy's former PM Silvio Berlusconi died on 12th June. Known for his lavish spending on Milan football club and his tumultuous relationship with Italian justice, the late media magnate had also a lesser-known passion: relaxing in Malindi. He was once quoted saying that he just 'could not get enough of the Kenyan coast'. Today, Malindi attracts European tourists, particularly Italians. A former manager of the super-luxury hotel Lion in the Sun, where Berlusconi stayed, reveals how the once fishing village became a destination cherished by Italians, including the late Silvio Berlusconi. Also in the pod: as politicians and investors meet in Kenya to discuss how to harness renewable energy in Africa, a young policy adviser from Kenya tells us why she believes that wind energy has a promising future And two young Sierra Leoneans discuss the importance of voting in this year's presidential elections

This episode is a conversation with Wendy, Kristi Nellor, fellow Elimu Board Member and Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls. They got together to recap their visit to Kenya and what they learned from their trip and what they envision is next for themselves and  Elimu Girls.Tune in to hear this captivating conversation of what they individually and collectively experienced on their trip to Africa to spend time with Elimu Girls and plan what is next in making an impact. Please check out the links below to be part of making an impact for the girls.About Elimu Girls:Elimu Girls empowers Her to become community leaders and entrepreneurs ensuring financial freedom, self-worth, and equality.Based in the coastal region of Eastern Kenya. Our girls are from small rural villages in Kilifi County. The Sewing College is in Malindi which is the largest city of the Kilifi County (pop. 1.5 million). On the city's outskirts, farmers and rural people live in thatched-roof huts with incomes of less than $1 USD a day.Local Challenges include:PovertySex TourismChild MarriageFemale Genital MutilationElimu Girls is part of Elimu-USA 501C3. An international development organization that runs projects in Kenya to help children live life to the fullest through access to education and a healthy living environment.Get involved at:You too can be a part: Donate To HerWebsite: Elimu GirlsInstagram: @elimugirls————————————————Say YES to joining Wendy for her:PWH Farm StaysPWH Summer Field DinnersInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright HouseThank you for listening to the say YES to yourself! podcast. It would mean the world if you would take one minute to follow, leave a 5 star review and share with those you too are encouraging to say YES to themselves. xo,Wendy

This episode is a conversation Wendy had with Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls about three years ago recapping her first trip to Kenya and her "Why" to starting Elimu Girls.Tune in to hear this captivating story of this amazing woman who took massive action and has made an incredible impact in the world. You'll want to make sure you have a box of tissues handy for this episode.  Please check out the links below to be part of making an impact for the girls.About Elimu Girls:Elimu Girls empowers Her to become community leaders and entrepreneurs ensuring financial freedom, self-worth, and equality.Based in the coastal region of Eastern Kenya. Our girls are from small rural villages in Kilifi County. The Sewing College is in Malindi which is the largest city of the Kilifi County (pop. 1.5 million). On the city's outskirts, farmers and rural people live in thatched-roof huts with incomes of less than $1 USD a day.Local Challenges include:PovertySex TourismChild MarriageFemale Genital MutilationElimu Girls is part of Elimu-USA 501C3. An international development organization that runs projects in Kenya to help children live life to the fullest through access to education and a healthy living environment.Get involved at: You too can be a part: Donate To HerWebsite: Elimu GirlsInstagram: @elimugirls————————————————Say YES to joining Wendy for her:PWH Farm StaysPWH Summer Field DinnersInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright HouseThank you for listening to the say YES to yourself! podcast. It would mean the world if you would take one minute to follow, leave a 5 star review and share with those you too are encouraging to say YES to themselves. xo,Wendy

This episode is like no other on the Say YES to yourself! podcast.Wendy hosts, Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls and Kristi Nellor, fellow Elimu Girl board member where they share their behind the scenes challenges as they collectively and individually prepare for their trip to Kenya.Tune in to hear the captivating stories of these extraordinary women, as they openly discuss the obstacles they've faced. Prepare to be inspired as they shed light on the profound significance of authentic friendships and unwavering support that enable them to navigate the exhilarating highs and challenging lows.About Elimu Girls:Elimu Girls empowers Her to become community leaders and entrepreneurs ensuring financial freedom, self-worth, and equality.Based in the coastal region of Eastern Kenya. Our girls are from small rural villages in Kilifi County. The Sewing College is in Malindi which is the largest city of the Kilifi County (pop. 1.5 million). On the city's outskirts, farmers and rural people live in thatched-roof huts with incomes of less than $1 USD a day.Local Challenges include:PovertySex TourismChild MarriageFemale Genital MutilationReports show:73% of Kenyans live in rural areas. (GIRLS NOT BRIDES)70% of the population in extreme poverty are women and girls. (UN MDG 2010 REPORT)45% of children under the age of 18 experience poverty. (UNICEF, KENYA 2017)33% of girls are married before the age of 18 in developing countries. (ICRW, INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON WOMEN)22% of girls aged 15-19 years in Kilifi County have begun childbearing; a higher percentage than the national average. (UNICEF ANNUAL REPORT KENYA 2017)Elimu Girls is part of Elimu-USA 501C3. An international development organization that runs projects in Kenya to help children live life to the fullest through access to education and a healthy living environment.Previous episode with Cindy Rodriguez founder of Elimu Girls: Cindy Rodriguez Saying Yes To Giving and Receiving. Find out more at:You too can be a part: Donate To HerWebsite: Elimu GirlsInstagram: @elimugirls————————————————Say YES to joining Wendy for her:PWH Farm StaysPWH Summer Field DinnersPWH Peony & Cookie Decorating WorkshopInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright HouseThank you for listening to the say YES to yourself! podcast. It would mean the world if you would take one minute to follow, leave a 5 star review and share with those you too are encouraging to say YES to themselves. xo,Wendy

Malindi shares from her favourite devotional written by Tommy Tenney.

Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts:https://william-branham.org/podcastSupport the show:https://www.patreon.com/branhamPaul Nthenge Mackenzie was the pastor of the Good News International Church in Kenya, a "Message" church based upon the teachings of William Branham. Mackenzie "brainwashed" his converts[1] using William Branham's End of Days theology, and convinced them that starvation could hasten their escape from this life to be with Jesus.Quote:In the cult, people were allegedly encouraged to fast to death to make it to heaven. The controversial Malindi preacher Paul Mackenzie of Good News International has been preaching to his followers to fast and pray for several days and eventually, a number of them have died due to hunger.[2]- The Star (Kenya)According to detectives in the homicide unit in Kenya, the cult began forming mass graves for victims who starved themselves to death under Mackenzie's instructions. On April 19, 2023, detectives found one person buried alive in a grave, and an informant told them there were other graves containing as many as 31 bodies.[3] Police found 15 emaciated parishioners on church grounds, four of which died after the group was taken to the hospital.[4] In all, twelve shallow graves were discovered in Kilifi County.[5]Quote:Police officials said investigators received a tip that dozens of people were starving to death after their pastor told them it was a way to meet Jesus. Most of the followers could not walk or talk when officers found them.The pastor of Good News International Church, Paul Makenzi, surrendered Friday to police in the town of Malindi.[6]- CBS NewsReferences[1] Cult victim found alive after three days in Malindi grave. 2023, Apr 19. The Star (Kenya). Accessed 2023, Apr 20 from https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-04-19-cult-victim-found-alive-after-three-days-in-malindi-grave/. [2] Cult victim found alive after three days in Malindi grave[3] Cult victim found alive after three days in Malindi grave. 2023, Apr 19. The Star (Kenya). Accessed 2023, Apr 20 from https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-04-19-cult-victim-found-alive-after-three-days-in-malindi-grave. "Detectives under the homicide unit have found one person alive after exhuming a grave linked to Shakahola church members. The body has been unearthed in the Chakama area after an informer who was an insider in the church alleged that there is a mass shallow grave of victims totalling to 31 bodies. "[4] Emaciated followers found at Kenyan pastor's property; 4 dead. 2023, Apr 15. CBS News. Accessed 2023, Apr 20 from https://www.cbsnews.com/news/15-emaciated-followers-found-at-kenyan-pastors-property-4-died/. "Police in coastal Kenya found 15 emaciated parishioners on the property of a church pastor, and four of the people died after the group was rescued and taken to a hospital, authorities said."[5] Wanjohi, John. Detectives Discover 12 Shallow Graves as Probe into Pastor Paul Mackenzie's 'Cult' Intensify. 2023, Apr 19. Accessed 2023, Apr 20 from https://www.mwakilishi.com/article/kenya-news/2023-04-19/detectives-discover-12-shallow-graves-as-probe-into-pastor-paul. Detectives investigating the activities of a cult led by controversial Pastor Paul Nthenge Mackenzie have discovered 12 shallow graves in Kilifi County.[6] Emaciated followers found at Kenyan pastor's property; 4 dead. 2023, Apr 15. CBS News.

Malindi shares from 2 Chronicles 15, where she encourages us to seek the Lord in every situation and He will give us rest.

Malindi speaks of how the peace we find in Jesus anchors and guards our life.

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is returning in-person this weekend for the first time in 3 years. Over 22,000 runners will take to the streets of Toronto to celebrate on course, and 4 of those runners are some of Canada's very best marathoners. Dayna Pidhoresky and Trevor Hofbauer return as defending Canadian champions from 2019. Malindi Elmore, whose Canadian record was just broken last month will be making her Canadian debut. And Rory Linkletter is on a hot streak after his thrilling 20th place performance at the World Championships this summer. In this episode we chat with all four Canadian elites to get their pre-race thoughts and goals.Learn more about The Shakeout Podcast and Canadian Running Magazine on our website https://runningmagazine.ca/category/shakeout-podcast/Follow The Shakeout Podcast on Twitter https://twitter.com/ShakeoutPodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/shakeoutpodcast/ andFacebook https://www.facebook.com/theshakeoutpodcast/Subscribe to our weekly show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-shakeout-podcast/id1224828899243 

Welcome to this mini-series about Kenya and Masai Mara. This is part 1 On December 31st, I was excited to go to Masai Mara. I went on a 5-hour drive from Nairobi, Kenya, to Masai Mara National Reserve (often referred to just as The Mara). I knew that the game drives would start early in the morning, and I would not be partying too hard for New Year. The two-night/three-day safari trip was partly made possible by Scenery Adventures Ltd, which is owned and operated by Monica Musungu. Scenery Adventures does inbound and outbound travel. They take visitors to Congo, Tanzania, Seychelles, Egypt, and many other places. I got to know Monica when we were in Berlin in March 2020, just as the Corona pandemic was beginning to rear its ugly head. We were both there for a big travel event called ITB, which was canceled days before the event. As we had our tickets ready, we decided to travel anyway and that's how our paths crossed. MEETING THE TRAVEL CAMEL I also met Shane Dallas who I knew from the travel industry, and TBEX, which does conferences for travel content creators around the world. Shane is the conference director of TBEX Europe, Asia, and Africa. As I'm the co-host and producer of the TBEX podcast, Travel Matters, you can say that we're colleagues. Shane has been traveling worldwide for years – calling himself and his travel blog “The Travel Camel”, but when he came to Kenya, he fell in love with the country and his wife, Maureen. He's been living here for a number of years with her and their daughter. He knows a lot about this country, but he's originally from Australia. It has been nine years since he went back to Australia. He is probably getting away from all the poisonous snakes and spiders. However, he misses his family, friends, cricket, and rugby. I asked Shane to give me some insights into what Kenya means to him. “Kenya is complex with more than 40 tribes, and each has its food, customs, and activities. I love it”. That morning, I finally met Dennis, my driver, in Nairobi for the next few days. We got on the van with an open roof which would come in handy when we went on game drives in the park. That way, we could stand up and get a good view of the wildlife for taking photos. We were a group of 7 or 8 – a few from Kenya, and besides me was a guy from San Francisco. Not only was I going on game drives, but I also decided to spend a little extra time by visiting a Maasai Village and then start 2022 by going on a hot air balloon safari over the savannah early in the morning on January 1st. Here are some facts about Kenya FACTS ABOUT KENYA How Big and How Many People At 580,367 square kilometers (224,081 sq mi), Kenya is the world's 48th largest country by area. It is slightly smaller than Ukraine and a bit bigger than Spain. With more than 47.6 million people, Kenya is the 29th most populous country globally. Kenya is the World's Leading Safari Destination Kenya has been recognized by the World Travel Awards as the world's leading safari destination for 2021, a position it has held for seven years now! The country has 50 epic national parks and reserves home to diverse wildlife, including the renowned Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes). Official Languages There are more than 69 different languages spokenKenya, but they only have two official languages, English and Swahili. English is widely spoken in commerce, schooling, and government, and you can totally get by here. The English level on the street is very good – even though they do have a local dialect that can be a bit hard to catch sometimes for a western speaking ear. The Flag The flag is a horizontal tricolor with black, red, and green from the top and thinner white lines. The black stands for the country's people, the green stands for the landscape, the white lines represent peace, and the red in the middle symbolizes war. And then what is most unique of the flag: a Maasai shield and spears in the middle – and it symbolizes the defense of all the things mentioned in the colors. All in all, it's a cool flag. Religion Most Kenyans are Christian (86%), with 54% Protestant and 21% Roman Catholic. Islam is the second-largest religion, with 11% of the population. Famous Proverbs from Kenya They have quite a few sayings, but here are a few of my favorites: ”Because a man has injured your goat, do not go out and kill his bull.” ”Do not slaughter a calf before its mother's eyes.” ”A hyena cannot smell its own stench.” And the last one is a twist of one I've heard many times where I come from … that “a captain should go down with his ship”. But Kenyans have a saying that goes like this: ”A sinking ship doesn't need a captain.”   THINGS TO SEE IN TWO PERFECT WEEKS IN KENYA I also asked Monica and Shane about their recommendations on what to see in two perfect weeks here in Kenya. These were some of their recommendations. TURKANA It is Kenya's largest county by land area in the north-western part of the country. It's bordered by the countries of Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the north and there is a a 27 km border with Ethiopia just north of the amazingly beautiful Lake Turkana. I've been told that a trip to Turkana County needs guts and a passion for lengthy road trips. It also needs an adventurous heart and gallons of water to live through the harsh, dry climate. Overall, Turkana is an idyllic location and is well worth a visit, according to Monica. SAMBURU Both Monica and Shane recommended Samburu. The Samburu National Reserve is a game reserve famous for an abundance of species of animals such as zebra, ostrich, giraffe, and many more. The reserve is also home to a population of close to 900 elephants. The park is 165 km² in size and is situated 350 kilometers from Nairobi, just on the other side of the majestic Mount Kenya. With peaks of 5,199 meters or 17,057 feet, it's the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. AMBOSELI And speaking of Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, just south of the border, you find the Amboseli National Park – another one of Kenya's most popular parks. TSAVO Tsavo West National Park is located in the south-eastern part of Kenya and covers an area of 9,065 square kilometers. It's ”sister park”, Tsavo East National Park a little bit north, is one of the oldest and largest parks in Kenya at 13,747 square kilometers. Both parks are between Nairobi and the east coast of Kenya. And there are a few places worth visiting on the east coast – or as Monica calls it “The Big Side”. EAST COAST Mombasa, that's also known as the white and blue city in Kenya. It is the country's oldest town and has about 1.2 million people. It is the second-largest city, after the capital Nairobi. Other places to visit are Diani Beach, Malindi, and Watamu. LAMU Shane agrees that the east coast is wonderful, and he moved there just a few days after our chat with his family after having stayed for years in Karen, Nairobi. But he mentioned a small island even more north just off the coast called Lamu. Old Lamu Town gives you a sense of stepping back in time. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and there are many activities to do there, including snorkeling, mangrove tours, visiting the Gedi ruins, beach walks in Shela, show races, donkey rides, etc. KISUMU Kisumu is a port city situated on Lake Victoria. Here there are beautiful lakeside views at Hippo Pint and Dunga Hill Camp. You can also visit the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary to see impalas, zebras, cheetahs, and more wildlife. You can visit the Kakamega Forest National Reserve to hike or see wildlife. Another interesting thing to do is to visit the 44th US president Barack Obama's village in Nyangoma, Kogelo. WESTERN REGION Western Kenya has tea plantations, and forests and is home to the largest lake in the continent. You can visit the Mr. Elgon National Park, Saiwa Swamp National Park, Kakamega Forest reserve and Lake Victoria. You can also see the famous Crying Stone of Ilesi, which is a stone that resembles a person in tears. NAIVASHA Naivasha is a town in Nakuru county, and it is known for its beautiful flamingos and large population of hippos. It is home to over 400 bird species. Lake Crescent, Hells Gate National Park, and Lake Naivasha are must-visit for travelers. NANYUKI Nanyuki is a town in central Kenya is a great gateway to Mt. Kenya and includes several trails. You can visit Mt. Kenya National Park, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and hike the mountain. As you probably see, there's a lot to see and do in Kenya. You can also just reach out to Monica and the team at Scenery Adventures. Tell her I said hi. THE WEATHER Kenya lies on the equator and has a pleasant, tropical climate. The daytime temperatures average between 20° and 28°C (68° and 82°F), but it's warmer on the coast. Kenya is too close to the equator to experience a real winter and summer. But there is both a dry and wet season. The hottest months are December to March, and July to September are perfect for a sunny holiday. ARRIVING TO MASAI MARA We arrived at 2 pm in Narok town and at 4 pm to Masai Mara and Lenchada Tourist Camp – our home for the next two nights. It was raining heavily when it got here and having lunch. At the Mara, you experience the Big Five and many other animals. The Mara is run by the Massai community who you will see from the entrance to the camps. In fact, our camp was guarded by about seven Maasai warriors at night.  The Maasai who are pastoralists, do not fear wild animals and they seem to coexist with them. You will often see them with their large herds of cattle looking for grazing grounds within the conservancy. We stayed in a tent and there was a bed and a concrete floor and a bathroom. There was no electricity in the tent, and you would only charge your phone in the evening. The best time to visit is in the peak season is from July to November, during The Great Migration where there are about two million animals. During peak season, you also get a lot more traffic with many more cars. Although this was around new year, I would still get to see some animals. And our evening game drive was no disappointment. Stay tuned for part 2 of this mini-series where we get “attacked” by an angry rhino. My name is Palle Bo and I gotta keep moving. See you.

Malindi Elmore is a returning guest on the show! She came on the podcast on episode 222 in January 2020 after she ran the Canadian record in the marathon. Go back and listen to that one first if you want an introduction to Malindi's story and journey to get to marathoning success. Malindi just ran ... more »