Podcast appearances and mentions of Moody Gardens

Sunscreen. Movie weekend. Advice from Dolly Parton. Moody Gardens update. B/CS Chamber of Commerce update. Fake blood. This date in history. New Blizzard flavors. Swing and miss by McDonald's. Struck by lightning. Slow Horses. 

This episode, through daily live recordings, features a recap of the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference (April 27 - May 2 2025) hosted by Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, United States. Each day of the conference, one of the presenters for the day discusses their presentation and other learning that impacted them. Day 1: Marie Filipek, Zoo Tampa at Lowry ParkDay 2: Heidi Moomaw, Charles River LabsDay 3: Benjamin Fainsod, Jerusalem ZooDay 4: Matthew Nguyen & Li Shan Tan, Resorts World SentosaIf you are an ABMA member be sure to log in to Animalprofessional.com to watch most of the presentations and panels from the 2025 conference. For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org. Let's talk some training and banter about behavior!Here is the link to the podcast survey.  We really appreciate your feedback! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/Rspt0Bk/abcpodcast2025 Let's talk some training and banter about behavior!5:10 Discussion of Conference Day 1 with Marie Filipek, Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park.  12:15 Discussion of Conference Day 2 with Heidi Moomaw, Charles River Labs35:10 Discussion of Conference Day 3 with Benjamin Fainsod, Jerusalem Zoo53:15 Discussion of Conference Day 4 with Matthew Nguyen & Li Shan Tan, Resorts World Sentosa

This episode was a live panel recording at the 2025 ABMA annual conference in Galveston Texas hosted by Moody Gardens.  The expert panel consisted of Tim Sullivan - Brookfield Zoo, Elly Neumann - Jerusalem Zoo, Nicki Boyd- San Diego Zoo, Anaka Nazareth - National Aquarium, and Chris Jenkins - Natural Encounters Inc.  The panel's theme was “The Importance of Behavior in Modern Animal Care” with questions submitted in real time from the conference attendees. The panel discussed a wide range of topics ranging from the growth of the role behavior plays in welfare to the evolution and next steps in enrichment, to advice on getting buy-in for change. In the absence of a “Training Tale” for this episode, each of the panelists utilize their years of experience to provide their “Animal Behavior Advice”. For questions or suggestions about the podcast or to get in contact with the panelists email ⁠abc@theabma.org⁠. Let's talk some training and banter about behavior!

Chris is LIVE from Zoo Day at the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference in Galveston, Texas! Whilst wandering the grounds of our host facility, Moody Gardens, we chat with Chase Alsup from the Colorado State University Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management Graduate Program, Rae Simmons and Aubrey Wilson from the Moorpark College Animal Care and Training Program, Kelli Carroll and Mikayla Coble from Lake Superior Zoo, and Sierra Smith, Kiana Lucero, and Omar Luna from Tanganyika Wildlife Park about their conference highlights, the people they've met, and the talks that have impacted them. Thanks for chatting with us, Future Zoo Leaders of America (and Beyond)!If you have a shout-out you'd like us to share, a question or a topic you'd like us to discuss, or a suggestion for a guest we should have on the show, let us know at podcast@naturalencounters.com!

recorded April 16, 2025 Galveston Steampunk Festival was last weekend and we have lots to talk about after event! A hell-ride across the state! Best restaurant in town! A new venue at the Moody Gardens, the Galveston pyramids. Improvements from last year, adjustments and growing pains. Grab a pint or a tipple and lets talk!

Host: Shannon Harris Guest: Jerri HamachekFor more information: https://www.moodygardens.com/

On Tuesday's show: Tariffs threatened against Mexico and Canada are on hold for a month, while new tariffs imposed on China have taken effect. And those have led to tariffs imposed by Beijing on certain goods from the United States, including on crude oil and LNG. We consider the potential economic impact of tariffs on Houstonians, the Greater Houston economy, the state of Texas, and consumers in general.Also this hour: One recent analysis found that fewer than one-fifth of HISD high school graduates from 2017 had earned enough to make a living wage six years later. And nearby districts saw numbers only slightly better. But is that the best way to evaluate the success of someone's education long term? Then, we discuss how to set healthier boundaries at work and in our relationships.And we revisit our trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston.

Congratulations to members of the Floresville High School Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE), who competed Nov. 16 in the TAFE Area 2 Conference, and qualified to compete at State in February! The area contest took place at the University of Texas at San Antonio and 12 out of the 22 Floresville competitors who participated earned a place to compete in the TAFE State Teach Tomorrow Summit Competition at Moody Gardens in Galveston, which takes place Feb. 17- 19, 2025. State qualifiers include: •Creative Lecture, junior varsity (JV) — sophomore Chloe Ascencio received a perfect score •Creative Lecture, Varsity —...Article Link

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David Parks, Head MSOC Coach of the Crandall Pirates, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Eric Alonzo, Head WSOC Coach of the Irving MacArthur Cardinals, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Jerry Hurtado, 2024 TASCO Hall of Honor Inductee and Deer Park Head MSOC Coach, along with Bryan Hayman, Head MSOC Coach of Baytown Sterling, join us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Todd Wheeldon, President-Elect of the Texas Association of Soccer Officials (TASO), joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Rusty Oglesby, President of United Soccer Coaches and Head WSOC Coach of Hardin-Simmons University, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Stephen Mackey, Founder of 2 Words Character Development & The Texas Way, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Perry Van Der Beck of the International Soccer School and International Soccer Symposium, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Alexi Upton, Head MSOC Coach of Sulphur Springs and friend of the show, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Fred Dikranian of the International Soccer School and International Soccer Symposium, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Founder and Director of Casa Deportiva Cumbre Alta, Nate Taube, a professional club in the third division of the Ecuadorian soccer pyramid, joins us LIVE from Moody Gardens for the 2024 TASCO #TXHSSOC Coaches Convention. 

Organization: Moody Gardens Guest: Jerri Hamachek - PR Coordinator For more information visit:https://www.moodygardens.com/

Olympics update. Plunge diving. Cook N' Bacon. Pumpkin spice products are already on the shelves. Things that were once normal. Sean's trip to Moody Gardens. Poopseum. CUD.

Go Fund Me. Olympics update. Plunge diving. Cook N' Bacon. Pumpkin spice products are already on the shelves. Things that were once normal. Sean's trip to Moody Gardens. Poopseum. CUD. State that drinks the most beer. Top beer brands. Winner! Olympics stories.

When do you charge your phone? Happy birthday Elizabeth! Does swimming count as a bath? The top one percent. Idling. Sean is headed to Moody Gardens. Dr. Maddie. New chip flavors. The future of waffle fries. Jokes with Sean.

Staying healthy. When do you charge your phone? Happy birthday Elizabeth! Does swimming count as a bath? The top one percent. Idling. Sean is headed to Moody Gardens. Dr. Maddie. New chip flavors. The future of waffle fries. Jokes with Sean. Common misconceptions. Space stories. Elon Musk still wants a fight. Arcades. Book Club. Halloween is in the air. Ice baths.

Organization: Moody Gardens Guest: Evelyn Cole - Public Relations Manager For more information: moodygardens.org

It's hour number two of the Louie Belina Show! He starts it off joined by Joe Sheehan of the Joe Sheehan Newsletter to talk about the All Star break, MLB standings, and corruption in sports. Then, we're joined by a representative from Moody Gardens to learn about their hurricane recovery efforts and the amazing activities they have on offer!

On Tuesday's show: Heavy rain is expected in Greater Houston this evening through Wednesday resulting from a disturbance near Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula that could become the first named system of the hurricane season. While any storm that comes from it is unlikely to make landfall near us, Houston Chronicle meteorologist Justin Ballard explains how it could bring some heavy rain and possible flooding to our area.Also this hour: With so much attention paid lately to issues at HISD, we take some time to learn about what's going on at other school districts around Greater Houston.Then, Ciera Rogers grew up in Houston where she and her family struggled with money, sometimes living in her mother's car. In her new book, The Outsider Advantage, she explains how she leveraged experiences like that to launch Babes, a body type inclusive women's clothing line. She'll discuss the book in an event at Kindred Stories on June 20.And we begin a summer series of visits to local museums and other attractions with a trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston.

Organization: Moody Gardens Guest: Evelyn Cole - Public Relations Manager Guest host: Shannon Harris - KVLU Development Director For more information visit: https://www.moodygardens.com/ N-F-P is a weekly feature highlighting a local not-for-profit organization in Southeast Texas, hosted and produced by Jason M. Miller Tune in each Thursday at 7:50 a.m. CT during Morning Edition on 91.3 FM KVLU in Beaumont, Texas or online at kvlu.org.

It's hour number one of the Louie Belina Show! He talks about the confirmation that Bonfire won't be returning and what that means for traditions. Then, we meet with a representive from Moody Gardens to hear all about the amazing activities they have available!  

This episode Sandy Jabas, The First VP of The ABMA, discusses what it means for a behavior to be under stimulus control. Sandy educates about how to tell if a behavior is under stimulus control and also the importance of stimulus control in our training. Sandy also teases the 2025 ABMA Annual Conference in Galveston, Texas hosted by Moody Gardens! Stay tuned in for three "Training Tales" about a funny mishap when shifting dolphins, a dolphin tail fluke splash gone wrong, and interesting research about dolphin dive reflex. For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and to reach Sandy you can email firstvp@theabma.org. Let's talk some training and banter about behavior! 2:30 Intro to Sandy Jabas  5:50 Intro to the 2025 Annual Conference in Galveston, Texas 9:25 Definition of Stimulus Control  11:40 Practical Examples of Stimulus Control  15:20 How to tell if a behavior is under stimulus control?  23:25 Advice for challenges with training a behavior to be under stimulus control.  27:15 “Training Tales”

Live from Moody Gardens. Doug talked about hunting and fishing. Shared fishing stories. Talked about Peacock fish, 

This episode is awfully squirrely. My best friends and all our spouses recently went on a trip to Galveston, Texas for Spring Break. A group trip has been talked about for years and we finally pulled the trigger and went to Galveston of all places. We share stories of going to places like Moody Gardens, a haunted pub crawl, an attempt to go to pleasure pier, and hanging out at the Airbnb and beach. It was a great trip and I hope you enjoy hanging out with my friends in this episode as much as I do.

Ken Johnson shares his story of purchasing a 2001 Chevy 3500 fire truck from the Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Department in Pennsylvania. He explains his motivations for wanting a diesel truck to tow his family's boat and why he felt confident bidding on this former fire department vehicle.Ken and his 11-year-old daughter, Tatiana, recount the memorable experience of picking up the fire truck, getting a tour of the fire station, and the generous hospitality shown by the firefighters. They discuss the road trip back to their home in Texas, stopping at the Country Music Hall of Fame.The Johnsons detail how they've utilized the truck for towing their boat on summer outings like to Moody Gardens in Galveston. Ken also shares his philosophy on buying well-maintained former government vehicles.About the Guests:Ken Johnson is a car nut based in Conroe, Texas who enjoys purchasing unique vehicles and taking his family on adventures. His daughter, Tatiana, shares his enthusiasm for their road trips.Key Takeaways:At pickup, the Cranberry Township fire department gave the Johnsons a tour, t-shirts, and let Tatiana sit in vintage fire trucks!The Johnsons took an epic 22-hour road trip back to Texas, stopping at the Country Music Hall of FameThe truck has worked perfectly for towing their boat on summer trips like to Moody GardensKen recommends bidding on former fire department vehicles due to their maintenance standardsAdditional Resources:Discover Cranberry TownshipExplore the wild world of government surplus at MunicibidLearn more about Government Surplus Vehicles: https://blog.municibid.com/the-government-surplus-vehicle-guide/ Creative Fire Truck Conversions: https://blog.municibid.com/fire-truck-conversions/Got feedback or want to be a guest? Email us at marketing@municibid.com

This episode Heather Samper, Moody Gardens and “All Things ABMA”, discusses the importance of body language while training. The first part of the episode focuses on learning to read an animal learner's body language, how to implement that into your sessions, and the benefits of being a keen listener of body language.  The second portion of the episode focuses on why it is so vital for us as trainers to be cognizant of our own body language.  Stay tuned in for two "Training Tales" from Heather! The first is a hilarious story involving a coati and Russian secret service agents (yes, you read that correctly) and the second is an in depth look into search and rescue with Heather's beagle.  For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org To reach Heather about ABMA related discussions email website@theabma.org or theabma@theabma.org and for items regarding MyTrainingStore.com email info@mytrainingstore.com Let's talk some training and banter about behavior! 2:40 Introduction to Heather Samper 11:35 Why is it important to learn how to read an animal's body language?  15:50 Implementing the skill of reading body language into training sessions  26:00 Under or Over Threshold  28:25 Universal body language “fundamentals”  37:05 Calm Baseline  41:00 Reinforcing for body language and the benefits   49:25 Importance of the trainer's body language  1:00:00 “Training Tales”

Weekend plans. Tooth Fairy poll. Germany is looking at the 4-day workweek. British words for “drunk”. City of College Station update. A visit with Moody Gardens. Fish into diamonds. Elton John collection. Pronouncing wines.

Moody Gardens. Caffeine could increase your pain tolerance. B/CS Chamber of Commerce update. Spotify news. Metric Day. Adding sports to the Olympics.

It's hour 2 of the Louie Belina Show! We start it all off joined by Joe Sheehan of the Joe Sheehan News Letter to talk about all things MLB Playoffs. Then, an interview with Jaree Hefner of Moody Gardens - to learn all about all the wonderful activities available this holiday season at Moody Gardens!

ETB 55: Prepare to be deeply moved by the remarkable journey of Josephine Sullivan, founder and CEO of the Christina Sullivan Foundation. This episode offers a powerful narrative of love, faith, and unwavering commitment as Josephine shares the story of her daughter Christina, a vibrant soul who was born with severe brain injury, cerebral palsy, and a seizure disorder. Listen as she chronicles how her unconditional love for Christina spurred the creation of a foundation that has since then sparked hope and positivity to over 247 athletes of varying abilities.As we steer the conversation towards inclusive sports for children and adults with differing abilities, we uncover the deep ties Josephine formed with medical professionals. These resulting collaborations have been instrumental in the growth  of the Christina Sullivan Foundation's comprehensive adaptive and inclusive activities and sports programs. The Christina Sullivan Foundation is not just about sports, it's about creating a nurturing and inclusive environment. From adaptive tennis, bowling and bocce ball to choirs and eSports, the foundation aims to offer a wide range of activities that cater to every individual's unique talents and interests. And, there's more to come with the upcoming music and art camp pilot program and a chess club.As we gear up for the upcoming event at Moody Gardens, a collaboration with the Christina Sullivan Foundation, we discuss the exciting array of activities and the celebration of hope and inclusion it promises. This free event is a testament to the foundation's dedication to fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion for people of all abilities and their families. We wrap up our conversation by focusing on adaptive exercises for children with intellectual and physical disabilities, discussing the importance of community support for such initiatives, and uncovering Josephine's latest creative venture – a café at the foundation. Tune in for a heartening discussion and learn how you can contribute to this noble cause.Connect with the Christina Sullivan Foundation:The Christina Sullivan Foundation is dedicated to helping medically dependent children and adults with intellectual and physical challenges and their families. Our intake specialists can help guide your search for necessary resources involving medical, educational, legal, and social networks to assist in caring for your loved one's health, safety, and well-being. Contact us and let us know how we can help!https://www.christinasullivanfoundation.org/http://info@christinasullivanfoundation.orgGriefSharehttps://www.griefshare.org/Connect with Sandy:IG: https://www.instagram.com/sandydeppischEmbrace the Blessing Facebook Group: http://bit.ly/ETB4MEWebsite: http://www.embracetheblessing.com/

We discuss how Nick ended up with a magic necklace from Galveston, Emily being super excited for Barbenheimer, and why Nick always had a bad feeling about Jonah Hill being a dick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wrong shoe theory. How Hoka became so popular. Moody Gardens. Arts Council of Brazos Valley update. Squishmallows. Coconut water. Dog nanny job. Low income in California. Why are McFlurry machines always “broken”? Rubik's cube record. Become a detective. Cursive writing competition.

  On Thursday's show: We talk with Houston Chronicle reporter Eric Dexheimer about the 'dead suspect loophole' in Texas law and how the Legislature recently changed it. Also this hour: Author/essayist David Gessner shares his adventures around the U.S. that inspired him to write about the future of our climate. Then, we consider what bits of information or common wisdom some Houstonians may have been slow to pick up on about our sprawling region. What unexpected info did you learn when you were "today-years-old?" And we learn about cephalopods from a local expert at Moody Gardens!

Funny Nextdoor comments. Carry-on bags. Benefits of pickle juice. Boujee pet store. Arts Council of Brazos Valley update with StageCenter Theatre. Moody Gardens recap. Airplane delayed by bees.

Rainy weekend. Taco getaway. The Washington Post article. I am not missing my graduation! Do not tip these people. Breakfast buffet. No barking at the dog park. Things you've been doing wrong. Pickleball moving to malls. Funny Nextdoor comments. Carry-on bags. Benefits of pickle juice. Boujee pet store. Moody Gardens recap. Airplane delayed by bees.

Brigadier General Patrick Michaelis, Commandant of the Corps of Cadets, discusses new baseball uniforms. Wigs and Wings. A visit with Moody Gardens. City of College Station update. Pee fact. Dyson does haircare.

We will have a Christmas Special focusing on Moody Gardens and The Alley Theatre who are reaching out to the Latino community by hiring Latinos for key posts. Sharing these amazing opportunities are Marie Elena Cortés, Public Relations Coordinator, Moody Gardens & Baldemar Rodriguez, Community Manager of Partnerships, Alley Theatre. Marie Elena Cortés is a proud Latina who taught for 26 in Houston schools with her energetic and powerful dedication. Marie has experience as a photographer, published author, artists, actress, model, teacher, podcast host, and educational consultant. She is also an entrepreneur under Cortes Educational Services and inspires parents and teachers through her story telling, art projects and writing workshops. Cortes and her son share a podcast; Shine with Marie & Mark, where they highlight citizens and community leaders who are doing what they love. This summer, Marie Elena moved to Galveston Island and joined Moody Gardens as a Public Relations Coordinator. Her passion continues to glow as she promotes a non-profit educational destination that utilizes nature in the advancements of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research. “Never stop shining your light, because it will show you the way!”-Marie Elena Cortes Baldemar Rodriguez (@myfilmdirector), the Manager of Community Partnerships at the @alleytheatre, will be co hosting our event at the Alley Theatre! Join us at the Nuestra Palabra 2022 & The Zocalo Committee's “Houstonians Who Shape The Nation” event at the @alleytheatre on Monday October 3rd. Get your tickets today by clicking the bio on our link! Baldemar Rodriguez was studied acting at the University of Houston's School of Theater where he transitioned into writing, directing, and producing. His resume includes In Search of the American Dream (2012), FlasNovelas (2015) and Grey Focus (2008). Thanks to Roxana Guzman, Multiplatform Producer Rodrigo Bravo, Jr., Audio Producer Radame Ortiez, SEO Director Marc-Antony Piñón, Graphics Designer Leti Lopez, Music Director Bryan Parras, co-host and producer emeritus Liana Lopez, co-host and producer emeritus Lupe Mendez, Texas Poet Laureate, co-host, and producer emeritus Writer and activist Tony Diaz, El Librotraficante, hosts Latino Politics and News and the Nuestra Palabra Radio Show on 90.1 FM, KPFT, Houston's Community Station. He is also a political analyst on “What's Your Point?” on Fox 26 Houston. He is the author of the forthcoming book: The Tip of the Pyramid: Cultivating Community Cultural Capital. www.Librotraficante.com www.NuestraPalabra.org www.TonyDiaz.net Instrumental Music produced / courtesy of Bayden Records Website | http://baydenrecords.beatstars.com

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. With the holiday season upon us, spending time with the family by participating in local events and activities is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Since Houston has so much to see and do during the holidays, there's something for everyone. We talk with Holly Clapham-Rosenow from Houston First who shares with us all the best events and activities in Houston to check out during your winter break and where to find the best Christmas light displays in your area. For Houston Public Media's list of the best places to see lights in Houston, click here. Another great light option is The Post Houston Winter Wonderlawn. For those who want a change of scenery but not looking to take a trip too far from home, writer Dan Oko recommends some day trips and weekend getaways you can embark on close to Houston. Plus, we talked with representatives from Galveston and New Orleans who share all of the holiday festivities to enjoy there. For more information about the holiday activities and events in Galveston, click here. For more information about the holiday activities and events in New Orleans, click here.   Guests: Holly Clapham-Rosenow Chief Marketing Officer, Houston First Corporation Dan Oko Award-winning Freelance Writer, published in magazines such as Texas Monthly, Texas Highways, Outside magazine, Men's Journal, and Houston Chronicle Ambassador for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation “We Will Not Be Tamed” program Michael Woody Chief Tourism Officer, Visit Galveston Morgan Valerie Marketing and Communications Director, French Quarter Festivals Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

Cathy's story originates in an "itty bitty teeny town" in northern New York almost on the Canadian border. She was pursuing an economics/ dance major and was about to audition for several dance companies when she decided to make a major shift to a Biology/ Chemistry major with a focus in Marine life. AND MAN OH MAN, ARE WE SO GLAD SHE DID!!! She landed a measly $7.00 an hour job as an intern performing dolphin research while also doing fish research on the side with another researcher. She soon realized the fish research brought her much more joy and when a shark biologist position opened up she applied, landed the job, and soon worked her way up to being a curator. This position located in Moody Gardens, Galveston Tx allowed her to collaborate with Texas A & M and Texas Parks and Wildlife on several projects. Fast forward several years her husband Roger landed a job overseas in Saudi Arabia resulting in them living here on our tiny little compound that faces the Arabian Sea..... where turtles are washed up on the shore annually. In comes Cathy's expertise and passion to work with not only vets locally but worldwide to rehabilitate these amazing creatures back to health. She has been an invaluable asset to our community and as a result of her and the many volunteer efforts, we now have the 1st turtle Rehab Facility here in the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia. To learn more, get involved, or donate please visit the turtle house on Instagram @rt_sea_turtle_rescue Or on Facebook @RT Sea Turtle Rescue

Moody Gardens. Flight problems. City of College Station update. Food news. The Elon Musk and Twitter drama. This day in history. A visit with Area Man.

A draft of a Supreme Court opinion on overturning Roe vs. Wade The San Antonio Spurs are voting today on possibly moving some "home" games to other arenas in the area-- like Moody Gardens in Austin. A local bar is offering free rides to drunk customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our interview guests this week are A'nna Roby and Jordan Jones. Jordan is a former pro triathlete and does work for Athlete Blood Test. A'nna Roby has a PhD in Nutrition and is Athlete Blood Test's Chief Researcher.   It's also a huge race weekend with the first 70.3 North America races.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Take your performance to the next level with UCAN Energy and Bars made with SuperStarch®  UCAN uses SuperStarch instead of simple sugars to fuel athletes.  UCAN keeps blood sugar steady compared to the energy spikes and crashes of sugar-based products.  Steady energy equals sustained performance!   Use UCAN in your training and racing to fuel the healthy way, finish stronger and recover more quickly!  Use the code 303UCAN for 20% off at ucan.co/discount/303UCAN/ or ucan.co     In Today's Show Feature Interview with A'nna Roby and Jordon Jones about Athlete Blood Test Endurance News The first Ironman 70.3 weekend of 2022 What's new in the 303 There Is Very Little Information Out There For Athletes With Migraine A New Kind of Gravel Bike Festival in Elbert County   Interview - A'nna Roby and Jordon Jones Jordan Jones is from Medford Massachusetts, went to Boston University and currently lives in Steamboat, CO. He is owner of Powder7 Ski shop in Golden, CO. He is a proud father of now 3 children with his latest arrival just two weeks ago.   A'nna Roby earned her PhD at Cornell University and is the Chief Researcher at Athlete Blood Test. PhD, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, licensed Dietitian, certified Personal Trainer.   Our News is sponsored by Buddy Insurance. Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to the fullest. Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  This is accident insurance not health and life insurance.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News:   The race takes place on Saturday 2 April 2022 with the opening 1.9km swim at Oceanside Harbour.   The Pro race will start at 0640 local time. That corresponds to 1440 in the UK, 1540 CET and 0940 Eastern Time.   The race will be broadcast live, with the event the first of 11 IRONMAN 70.3 events to be broadcast in 2022 in a new partnership with Outside TV. You will be able to watch for free via web, mobile or connected TV app.   PRO Men Let's kick off with the triathlon racing return of Alistair Brownlee. Not for the first time in his career, it's been a long road back from injury and surgery for the two-time Olympic Champion.   Lionel Sanders is no stranger to this race – he went 3rd / 1st / 1st / 2nd between 2015 and 2018 – and is on a similar road to Brownlee for the IRONMAN World Championship St George. Whatever happens during the swim and bike, he's expecting this one to come down to the late stages of the run… and is very confident of where his form is at for that final discipline.   Ben Kanute must be a strong contender, having won the last two editions. He has already raced well this year – third at CLASH Miami – and will surely be better here as a result of that. He's already said that Oceanside is an event he is excited for.   Sam Long, the winner in Miami, is on the start list but after his impressive start to the year he is seemingly set to skip this one and fully focus on prep for St. George. Jason West, who finished second in Miami (and was fifth last year), will race however. No thoughts of May 7 for him however.   Opening his season here will be Rudy Von Berg, who we spoke to at length earlier in the year. He also knows the race well, racing fifth in 2018 and second in 2019, and he is rarely far from the podium in any race. If he's in contention in the late stages of the run too, watch out as he typically has an extra gear over the closing kilometres if needed.   Rudy is another athlete not thinking about St George – though he will make his full-distance debut at IRONMAN France later this year.   Add in Sam Appleton, Jackson Laundry, Matt Hanson, Andreas Dreitz, David McNamee, Bart Aernouts and more and you have what will be perhaps the deepest field we will see this side of St George.   PRO Women Just as with the men's race, we have both a stellar cast of talent and an intriguing mix with some athletes looking towards St George and others fully intent on spoiling their plans.   Daniela Ryf has five World Championship titles to her name over this distance, which in years past would make her the odds-on favourite for the win. She took top spot on the podium here in 2019.   Second to Laura Philipp at IRONMAN 70.3 Dubai earlier this month was a strong start to Daniela's year, but not quite enough as yet to think she is back to her absolute brilliant and almost unbeatable best. Will this be another step towards that status? That is one of the most interesting sub-plots of this event.   We will see something new from Taylor Knibb this week – she's got a TT bike! It's not as though her road bike was seemingly holding her back in 2021 to be fair, where she earned a World Championship bronze medal in only her second 70.3 race start, as well as that impressive display at the Collins Cup. Oh, and an Olympic Games silver medal was pretty good too.   Still a youngster in triathlon terms, how will a bit more planning before that first race (and the new bike) impact her performance in 2022?   Just as with the men, we have the defending champion racing here in the shape of Canadian star Paula Findlay. She was in a class of her own on the bike in October, and reflecting back on that hugely impressive PTO 2020 Championship victory in December 2020, she is strong across all three disciplines. At her best, that makes her tough for anyone to beat.   Holly Lawrence (2017) and Heather Jackson (2015 and 2013) add to the previous winners set to race on Saturday, and both have multiple World Championship podium finishes on their records, Lawrence of course taking the IRONMAN 70.3 title in 2016.   Australia's Ashleigh Gentle made seemingly light work of CLASH Miami recently as everyone around her was melting in the baking Florida heat, while Skye Moench was an impressive sixth at the 70.3 World Championship and Jackie Hering was just one place behind her in Utah. They will all add further quality to what should be a fantastic race.   That's far from a complete list of podium contenders either – don't miss it.   You can find the full Pro start list here.   Prize Money: What's on the line? The prize purse on offer this weekend is $50,000 – with each of the winners collecting a $7,500 share of that total   In addition to money, there will be a total of six qualifying slots (three MPRO / three FPRO) for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in St George in late October 2022.   The total funds will be paid eight-deep, as follows:   $7,500 $5,000 $3,750 $3,000 $2,000 $1,500 $1,250 $1,000   IRONMAN 70.3 Texas in Galveston - Beachside Best Race with us at Memorial Hermann IRONMAN 70.3 Texas and experience the best of both worlds, blending together a PR chasers dream course with a beachside bliss atmosphere. Athletes kick off their day with a protected, saltwater swim in the Bay at Moody Gardens, transition to a flat and fast bike course along the Texas Gulf Coast, and cap it off with a spectator-filled run. As athletes race, friends and family can experience the famous local beaches, iconic Moody Gardens, and Pleasure Pier. Beaches, boardwalks, and your personal best await you at Memorial Hermann IRONMAN 70.3 Texas.​     What's New in the 303:   There Is Very Little Information Out There For Athletes With Migraine By Jessica McWhirt   I've been researching for the past several weeks to find information for athletes with Migraine. But not only Migraine, athletes with fatigue and dizziness, and how to train and race while living with a chronic illness or disease.   There are plenty of lists of famous athletes and Olympians who have migraine: Amanda Beard, Steve Kerr, Ian Thorpe, Dwyane Wade. But these articles rarely go into the details of how these athletes manage the sometimes debilitating effects of Migraine. We just know that they have. It's not helpful. The Cleveland Clinic says, “an exertional headache occurs when an activity causes veins and arteries to expand to allow more blood flow. That expansion and increased blood pressure create pressure in the skull, which causes the pain.”   Without further ado, here are some recommendations by sites, my commentary on it, and some things I do in a vain attempt to reduce the severity of the exercise-induced headaches I get after hard efforts, long efforts, or races   WHAT MIGRAINE CANADA SUGGESTS When I actually found an article with tips for athletes with Migraine, I've either been doing the suggestion already, I won't do it, or it isn't even applicable. Migraine Canada suggests the following:   Stick to a schedule Eat and sleep at regular times Exercise regularly Eat a healthy diet Find factors that are triggering the Migraine (light sensitivity = wear sunglasses; noise sensitivity = wear earplugs) What I do While these all make sense for even someone who doesn't have Migraine, what happens if you already have a daily headache and strenuous exercise makes it worse? Because I do. What if exercise, is in fact, the trigger? Because it is for me. And when you are sticking to a schedule, eating regularly and healthily, and getting enough sleep, then what? Yes, I do these things.   I regularly go to bed around 9:00 PM and wake up around 5:30 AM. Lately, I've been trying to eat 6 small meals every 2-3 hours throughout the day. Before that, I'd eat 3 meals every 4ish hours. “Exercising regularly” varies between people, but I workout 6 days per week and one day is reserved for rest and yoga. I try to make sure my diet consists mostly of whole, real foods. So, food that doesn't have a ton of weird ingredients listed or if you left it outside the fridge for too long, it'll go bad.   If you also do all these things, and you still have headaches, there are more things to try, so keep reading.   WHAT NEW YORK HEADACHE CENTER SAYS Another article (I emailed them about the misspelled title already) differentiates between exertional headaches and effort-induced headaches. Exertional headaches are caused by lifting, pushing, or pulling. They list sex, coughing, sneezing, or straining to shit as some of the triggers for an exertional headache.   Effort-induced headaches are caused by aerobic activities like running, swimming, cycling, etc. They think that if you're dehydrated, hypoglycemic, or overheated, this can result in an effort-induced headache. The authors also believe if you're low in Magnesium then this would also contribute to effort-induced headaches. Their recommendations were:   To take an NSAID an hour prior to the activity Get a prescription for Indomethacin Do a proper warm-up and cool-down What I do While taking an NSAID every once in a while won't cause much harm, taking one every time before a strenuous workout will actually cause a rebound headache. This is when you essentially become dependent on the NSAID. When the pain-relieving effects wear off, you take another one and another one and another one.     A New Kind of Gravel Bike Festival in Elbert County If you love biking, particularly on quiet gravel roads and dirt trails maybe combine it with a family oriented camping event complete with music, food, beer, the Mad Gravel on Memorial Day weekend might be for you. Rattler Racing will host the second annual Mad Gravel race at the picturesque Peaceful Valley Scout Ranch in Elbert County, Colorado on Saturday, May 28th, Sunday, May 29th and Monday, May 30th, 2022.  Mad Gravel is now a full-on 3-day weekend event with a little something for everyone.   Saturday will be a fast and furious circuit race within the boundaries of the Peaceful Valley Scout Ranch. Runners also get to enjoy most of the same course on a 5K trail course before the cyclists take off. Look for some great winding gravel roads, double track, and a mix of twisty single-track sections. Sunday is the biggie. Racers and riders have the option to pick one of three epic routes along the eastern Colorado slope. Monday including a sweet mountain bike course highlighting the great trails within the ranch. Participants will get to take in amazing views of Colorado's high 14'ers, and enjoy an optimum vantage point of the entire front range.  All three days of Mad Gravel are fully supported with multiple aid stations.   Mad Gravel 2022 has been through many iterations. There aren't many gravel events where you get to try your hand at a circuit race the day before the big event. Says race director Dave Muscianisi, “In scouting out our mountain bike course last November, we thought portions of that course would be perfect for a gravel circuit. And with a circuit race already set up, how about starting the weekend with a trail run? And, since we have 3 days to work with, let's get the MGXC mountain bike race going on Monday. Why? Because we can.”     Video of the Week Lance Armstrong Passed In Last Second of Ironman Texas 70.3       Upcoming Guests   Andy Potts and Daniel Brienza of APRacing   Closing: Thanks again for listening in this week.  Please be sure to follow us @303endurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment.  We'd really appreciate it! Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey!