Podcasts about Twisties

Jof, Max and Brayden take a look at a cheese and biscuits range while Jof comes to terms with not eating sugar for the month as part of the OCR FM #TakeItUPril challenge. Plus they try the new sour blueberry Twisties.

Friday Headlines: We have an election date, Peter Dutton’s budget reply, NSW court docs and Nine hit by data breach, search continues for missing Queensland police officer, US Yemen attack update and The Greens slam Albo for inviting Trump down under. Deep Dive: Anthony Albanese wants you to buy Aussie-made—but are your Tim Tams, Twisties, and Milo purchases really supporting Australian businesses? With some of our iconic brands owned by foreign companies, can the Prime Minister’s "Team Australia" campaign actually help shield us from Trump's tariffs and more importantly ... boost our economy? In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou is joined by the CEO of the Consumer Policy Research Centre, Erin Turner, to break it all down. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Riding with a Local is just better.  Until we can ride together, I will share with you pro-tips for escaping the tourist crowds, finding traffic-free roads for the most spectacular experience riding the Colorado Rocky Mountains and where to find the best coffeeshops, burgers, and cherry pies!

What happens when leaders lose their spark, their confidence, and their sense of direction? Enter Work Twisties—a concept Ify Walker brings to life in this episode of Gut+Science. Inspired by Simone Biles' "twisties," Ify shares her raw, emotional story of grief, self-doubt, and rebuilding after losing her biggest champion. Through tears and powerful truths, Ify reveals how leaders can navigate these moments of feeling lost and how we can better support one another. This isn't burnout—it's deeper. And trust us, you'll walk away with insights that stick. Grab your headphones and maybe some tissues—you won't want to miss this one.

On today's podcast, I'm sitting down with collegiate gymnast Carissa Clay, who has a story you won't want to miss. Carissa has competed at two Division 1 schools and is now in her fifth year of eligibility—a testament to her love for the sport and her incredible resilience.We talk about some of the toughest challenges she's faced, including navigating mental blocks like the twisties, a challenge many gymnasts know all too well. Carissa shares how she worked through those moments, redefining her identity beyond gymnastics and finding joy in embracing imperfection.Her journey is one of faith, positivity, and a commitment to growth—not just as an athlete but as a person. Whether you're an athlete struggling with mental blocks, a parent looking to support your gymnast, or a coach seeking new ways to encourage your athletes, Carissa's story offers powerful lessons in resilience and self-belief.Tune in to hear how Carissa turned her challenges into triumphs and found confidence along the way. Her insights will leave you inspired to keep pushing through the tough moments, knowing that the best is yet to come.In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Carissa Clay talk about:Finding Identity Beyond Sport.Transitioning from Club to College Gymnastics. Dealing with Pressure and Self-Doubt.From Perfection to Positivity, How Being a Light Transforms Team Energy.Overcoming the Twisties.Role of a Team Player and Setting a Positive Example.Tips for Parents Supporting Imperfect Gymnasts.Embracing Failure and Learning from Mistakes.“Gymnastics isn't one-size-fits-all, and perfection looks different for everyone in the sport.”– Carissa ClayCarissa Clay's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carissa.clay/Carissa Clay's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carissaclayStruggling with fears, mental blocks, or confidence? Click the link to get a FREE session with one of our experts to tackle your challenges together! completeperformance.as.me/consultLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/ Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

Twisties has released a new caviar flavour, so obviously, we had to give it a try!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode features a conversation with Alice Lenay, an academic researcher and artist based in Paris. The discussion centers on Alice's recent work Twisties!, made with Théophile Gay-Mazas and recently published in NECSUS. Will and Alice also discuss her ongoing interest in Zoom aesthetics. Learn more about the podcast's collaboration with the Cary Comes Home Festival, and our call for video essays on Cary Grant and the theme of "acrobatics," here. Follow the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more at the pod's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Music by Ketsa.

This week Jof, Max and Brayden take a look at the history of Fry's Chocolate Cream, plus call for the return of Muncheros and seek their future in the latest Twisties creation.

Episode Notes This week finds Lorraine, Will and three non-descript second-row band members pretending to harmonise, singing a soppy ballad to a group of kids in a school gym before being bundled into a van for two more shows that day. Our heroes review new Netflix documentary, Dirty Pop, and find out the sordid story behind the backs of The Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. Who will turn out to be the Harry Styles of Pop Filter? One look at this weeks episode photo on Facebook will answer that question. Next up, Will goes to the parallel bars while Lorraine takes a run towards the vault and hopes her case of The Twisties is behind her as they give their thoughts on Netflix documentary mini-series, Simone Biles Rising. Will soon finds it more difficult than he anticipated to actually get onto the parallel bars, while Lorraine's case of The Twisties kicks in well before the actual vault, resulting in a spectacular fall and ten severely stubbed toes. Write to your heroes via Facebook or popfilter1000@gmail.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Hey Girlies! The girls are finally back from layoff and shake off the cobwebs of this podcast and the show. They recap their month long layoffs and discuss just how hard it was to jump back into doing the show every night. IG: @girlsontourpod email: girlsontourpod@gmail.com

In this episode, Traci reflects on Simone Biles' decision to step away from the Tokyo Olympics 4 years ago and discusses the importance of knowing when to walk away. Traci emphasizes the strength and courage it takes to prioritize one's mental and physical health and encourages listeners to have compassion for themselves and others. She also explores the concept of moving slowly to move fast and the importance of knowing if/when to take a step back to achieve long-term success. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Announcement 03:17 The Twisties and Stepping Away 05:33 The Difficulty of Walking Away 08:00 Returning to the Olympics and Achieving Success 10:49 Finding Inspiration in Athletes' Achievements 13:19 The Importance of Compassion and Reflection 17:40 Lessons for HR and Personal Growth 19:34 Encouragement to Prioritize Yourself Connect with Traci here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠HRTraci.com⁠⁠⁠   Don't forget to rate this podcast 5 stars, leave a review, and subscribe!   Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company Traci Chernoff is actively employed by. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hrtraci/support

Simone Biles became the Olympic All Around champion for a second time in Paris yesterday. In doing so, she defeated her rivals, seemingly conquered gravity on some elements, and put to rest certain 'demons' from Tokyo 2021. Back then, she withdrew from competition citing a case of "the twisties". But what are the twisties? Often described as equivalent to the "yips" that affect golfers, the twisties can affect athletes in skill movement sports, effectively costing them the ability to know where their bodies are in space. To explore this phenomenon, and understand how athletes overcome it, we are joined by Prof Dave Collins, a performance psychologist with 40 years' experience in elite sport. Prof Collins has worked with 90 elite athletes, many in sports where the dreaded twisties can strike, such as freestyle skiing, BMX, snowboarding and gymnastics. He explains the differences between the yips and the twisties, and offers insights into they are conquered.Show notesHere's where you go to sign up for Patron, with a small monthly pledge, which then gives you access to our Discourse forum where other listeners share their thoughts and responses to these issuesGuest Prof Dave Collins' website Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leon Marchand gave France even more to celebrate as completed a unique double, winning both butterfly and breaststroke golds in the pool last night. Ross and Gareth discuss those performances, along with a World Record in the pool, and add some insights on how swimmers manage their races.Other highlights in this episode include analysis of the Men's and Women's Triathlon races, discussion about the wildly successful Sevens tournament in Paris, and a men's all round gymnastics competition that went to the very last performance. We also learn about the psychology of the Twisties, and how gymnasts manage their emotions under pressure to deliver technical athletic excellenceShow notesHere's where you go to sign up for Patron, with a small monthly pledge, which then gives you access to the richness of the Discourse forum mentioned on the showJump to 1:08:14 for the Twisties psychology conversation with Prof Dave Collins Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marko has come in annoyed with an old lady at his gym, he reckons everyone there is also annoyed with her as she does something at the gym that Marko thinks is inappropriate. Ox discusses Botox, he's decided to never get it. And he is not a fan of tattoos. We find that Ox has a medical condition. He explains what's going on, there's a fair bit. The big fella is falling apart! He's been squirting stuff up his nose to help with one of his conditions, and he's decided he loves it. And Ox then starts telling us how much he enjoys sneezing. Strange.The hotline rings, and it's Joe from Mernda in Victoria who has a comment on the supermarket grape saga. Joe's a delivery driver and Ox reckons delivery drivers know a thing or two about pinching stuff….Joe denies this, and he seems like a good unit so we believe him. We have an update on the spring roll situation in 13th Beach Golf Course. Ox has a few more tweaks he's keen to see at the club. He decides to try and get the new boss on the pod to run through his list of requirements. Ox is annoyed with supermarkets, not for the reasons you might expect.Back into the statman segment with The Ox. Will Marko be happy with his stat today? It's a bit inappropriate and we're not convinced at all that it is a stat, it feels more like a fact.We toss around ideas on the ‘homework' from last week: what is a question you could ask someone and if they were honest, their answer would tell you if they are a good person or not. We hear a bunch of your questions, and we give some of ours.Ox has been off Twisties for some time, he admits that he has fallen off the wagon because he has been stressed. On food, specifically soup: Ox has a recipe that he reckons is a ripper, and he's making some soup to bring to his local golf club for the boys. It's what he calls an ‘oxymoron' soup.Both Ox and Marko watched the Head of the Secret Service get grilled by a politician in the US, and decide to play the exchange…it was intense, worth listening through the whole thing.Thanks to the team at the E&S Trading Clearance Centre in Clayton, Melbourne on Dandenong Road - right opposite Ikea. After an incredible deal on amazing gear? You won't believe the prices!We'd love you to follow a Couple of Blokes, and get involved with the show on social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. If you've got a comment or feedback, send a voicemail to Ox and Marko here. And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast wherever you listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gina & Matty bring us the news straight out of Tinseltown including what singer Billie Eilish's real name is plus just how much Aussie icon Robert Irwin was paid for *that* Twisties ad.Plus, Gina & Matty open the phone lines up to the Central Coast to find out who has the oldest phone ever on the Central Coast.Listen via the Star Player app.Follow us @ginaandmatty on Instagram and Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max, Brayden and Jof take a look at lunchbox treats Le Snak, plus burn a layer of skin off their tongues reviewing a new Twisties flavour.

Hey hey! Welcome to episode two of our James Corden series. A man who we've mentioned on our Thursday episodes so very many times, yet have never quite known how to place. So, how did his reputation become so… muddled? And is the criticism fair? This episode was researched by Eilish Gilligan and Chloe Wilson, and audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Twisties for making this episode possible. Guys, we need you to help us settle this once and for all. Twisties need your vote to crown Australia's Official Twistie! Grab your mates and head to chickenvscheese.com.au to cast your votes now. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow' on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Big show We made pizza Dough, Wildest Rideshare Stories, Will Anderson backs the new Twisties flavour, How dumb was your partner and more enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Irwin's fanbase are not happy!  The outspoken group are taking issue with his new Twisties commercial where he debates that the chicken flavour is the best. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fun pod today. Marko has brought in what he calls the Tom Brady of snacks - a new Twisties combo which combines chicken and cheese. The Ox challenges Marko's statement that Tom Brady is the greatest sportsperson in history, by tossing up Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods. Disagreement ensues.On Tom Brady, The Ox has watched the roast and loved it. He explains to Marko what happened. Ox and Marko don't know why we're not doing roasts in Australia, and they list a bunch of Aussie names who should be roasted. Marko reckons we need to develop the Couple of Blokes roast TV show. The boys reckon there is one person in the world who should be roasted, and that is Trump. Ox reckons Trump is home and hosed for the election, Third Man disagrees but thinks it's tight. Marko is unsure. Whilst we avoid politics on the pod, Marko restates his hatred of councils.We discuss signs you're getting old. Ox makes the comment that his hearing is 'off the charts' good, and maybe getting better. Markos hearing isn't great. Marko wants to borrow Ox's ear cleaner thing, Ox disagrees saying that you can't share stuff like that.Has Marko had Botox? We discuss Marko's beauty routines. Ox is a fan of cucumbers on the eyes. Speaking of skin regimes, one of Ox's mates has had a very, very nasty accident involving a certain part of his body. He won't give his mate's name, but he does show a pic. It is horrific. Leads to a conversation about 'ball bags'. We need to know if we should share the photo, if you want to see it, let us know in our Twitter poll (hot tip - you don't want to see it).On the subject of Ox's mate, we discuss why some kids TV show characters didn't wear pants. Seems weird. And how did this get through the ABC TV censors?Ox the Statman is back, this week with a stat on Tiger Woods, delivered by Marko who has taken over the segment. It's a bit more complex than previous stats, but a good one.Marko has been listening to Ox calling the footy on SEN and loving it, Ox has been listening to Daisy Thomas on Triple M calling the footy and is annoyed by his continual use of one specific word - which we find out, from Ox, does not mean what we thought it did! Marko raises a saying that gets said wrong all the time.Ox has seen a new invention that he is annoyed he didn't think of. He explains. It has to do with peeling a specific fruit. Ox comes up with a name and slogan for this invention. Back onto fruit, Markos hatred of fruit comes up. We'll put a poll up on what you want Marko to eat, which Marko describes as a 'jump the shark' moment. Is he the only person who refuses to eat fruit ?Ox has been down to e&s trading and he managed to get an awesome deal in an example of incredible customer service, which is what you get at e&s - he explains on the pod.We're here thanks to the team at the E&S Trading Clearance Centre in Clayton, Melbourne on Dandenong Road - right opposite Ikea. After an incredible deal on amazing gear (just like Ox)? You won't believe the prices! We'd love you to follow a Couple of Blokes, and get involved with the show on social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. If you've got a comment or feedback, feel free to send a voicemail to Ox and Marko here. And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast wherever you listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Date or Mate We think Twisties have stolen from us The Twisties jury gives their verdict FreeDom: First time radio calls Zach finally found his wedding ring Make My Day See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Myf and Zan's Bang On Live tour of the country is off and running so here's a taste of their first show in Adelaide where they debuted their travelling ‘jar of hot takes'.Myf has some odd preferences when it comes to twisties, Zan has feelings about friendship bracelets and Bang Fam offer wisdom on choosing the right colour lipstick.Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.auBang On Live: https://www.abc.net.au/abceventsBang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Gadigal and Turrbal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Join us this week to chat about about this week of Australian Survivor Titans V Rebels, and a little bit of the Era's tour, as we open up on the big bag of Twisties that was week 4. Did you have thoughts on the huge Cultural Impact of Taylor big weekend in Melbourne? Have opinions on JLP's Sleeve length? Would you love to have a cardboard cut out MC your wedding?If you answered yes to any of those questions, please come and chat to us on Twitter, we are @PreviouslyOnAS

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ONE EIGHT SEVEN on a mf OPP Work Talk/Mike vs Eric Lewis/Ref Doody(1:08) They Just SOFT/Staying Active(15:29) Mike's 50 Mile Run/In The Wild(32:59) NEW BUGS/Stand-Up Comedy(48:52) Celebrities in Trouble/Earl Was a FEEN(1:07:02) Earl's Dream After Leaving Job(1:20:51) Julian's Revenge/Mike's Press Run/Maven Update(1:34:49) Rj's Basketball Ass Whoopin/Mike Gets Into Canada(1:44:03) Doody Coaching at Osbourn(1:53:35) The Twisties(2:09:18)

Send us a Text Message.I see people waiting for the right moment, the right time, the right amount of money, the right level of support, the right training, etc. before they can move forward and succeed. Or they will say that because they lack all of those things as reasons to why they can't succeed. You can have the right circumstances, be genetically gifted, be on the top of your sport, have multiple medals, have reached the top of the mountain numerous times over, have the best coaches, the best training facilities, all the sponsorships paying you a ton of money, the fame, millions of fans, all the support in the world, and essentially be the greatest of all time and still succumb to your thoughts. If this content and material resonates with you and you would like to pursue 1:1 coaching with Rebecca, please visit:tcm-hub.com/livingpractice and set up an Introductory Chat.

From In A Biskit to Twisties, our very own Gen Y Ry has promoted some pretty impressive snacks on air. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The super talented Jason Derulo joins Jonesy & Amanda to chat about his upcoming collaboration with Jessica Mauboy and whether he'll be trying Twisties' new Donut King Cinnamon Donut flavour! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alternative explanation for banging noises being reported, Gold Coast Titans appoint Des Hasler, more rukkas post Origin, Elon Musk makes announcement re Twitter slurs and Twisties new flavour! (again!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Paterson, Head of Performance at Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre in the UK and MAG Lead England Coach.As an accomplished MAG Coach, MAG International brevet judge, and personal coach to members of the GBR Development squad, Scotland, and England Senior squads, Adam shared his valuable insights on how to develop twisting on the floor exercise.We covered everything from building a strong foundation to overcoming mental blocks and fear.By understanding the individual's challenges and providing a supportive environment, coaches can guide gymnasts toward mastering the art of twisting.Adam also addressed the common issue of the "twisties," a phenomenon where gymnasts experience a mental block and lose their ability to twist safely. Through targeted drills and exercises, gymnasts can improve their proprioception and spatial awareness, allowing them to feel more at ease while executing twists. One of the highlights of our conversation was exploring alternatives for those who may not have access to specialized equipment like trampolines or foam pits. Adam shared creative ideas and drills that can be done in a regular gym setting, making it easier for individuals with limited resources to work on their twisting skills.We discuss:The ingredients of a happy and successful club.The challenges of coaching a younger athlete. Advice and tips!Visual and head position. Coaching the cause, not the effect.Step-by-step process of dealing with the twisties.How growing can affect special awareness of what to look out for and how to manage.How to introduce twisting to gymnastics. And…Tumbling and twisting drills to do with limited equipment.Get your tickets here! www.shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show!Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for June 5, 2023 is: yips • YIPS • noun Yips is a plural noun that refers to a state of nervousness that affects an athlete (such as a golfer) when they're about to make an important move or play. It is almost always used in the phrase "the yips." // Afflicted with a sudden case of the yips, Doug tensed up and pulled his putt too far to the left. See the entry > Examples: "In his fourth season in Boston, [Daniel] Bard had a 6.22 ERA with 38 strikeouts, 43 walks and eight hit batters in 59⅓ innings. He had the yips, leading to a seven-year hiatus from the big leagues. He bounced around in the minor leagues trying to reclaim control before retiring from baseball in 2017 to become a player mentor and mental skills coach. Bard returned to the pros with the Rockies in 2020 and was named NL Comeback Player of the Year." — Cydney Henderson, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2023 Did you know? When it comes to sports, yips happen. We're not sure who coined yips; we also can't say if this plural noun has anything to do with the singular yip, a word of imitative origin that refers to a dog's sharp bark. What we do know is that the yips have sported their name since at least the 1930s, and that the term first appeared in golf-related contexts. Anxious for similar language? Perhaps you're familiar with twisties, a term popularized in 2021 during the Tokyo Olympic games when gymnastics GOAT Simone Biles suffered from an affliction akin to the yips in which gymnasts experience a mental block causing loss of spatial orientation. Twisties doesn't yet meet our criteria for entry, however, so we'll have to bench it for now.

Today, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of twisty mysteries and psychological thrillers.  So many twisties, and so  little time make this a genre that is well worth revisiting.  We'll also share our books in hand.  C'mon baby...let's do the twist!  Featured Books:Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six by Lisa Unger (LH)Lies That Bind by Cj Stone (LH)All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers (LP)The Night Swim by Megan Goldin (LP)It's One of Us by J.T. Ellison (LP)Books In Our Hands: Improbably Yours by Kerry Anne King (LH)Good Morning Midnight by Lily Brooks-Dalton (LP)Additional Books That Go Along With Our Theme:The Twyford Code by Janice HallettLocal Woman Missing by Mary KubicaThe Dry, Force of Nature, Exiles all by Jane HarperLast Girl Ghosted by Lisa UngerKillers of a Certain Age by Deanna RaybournThe Good Sister by Sally HepworthWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!

Hello 2023, let's get chew-chewing!   So they're not Twisties, but they look similar. Blue Bird Twisties-equivelant Herrs crunchy cheese sticks with jalapeños (picture on The Junkees Facebook Group) Blind Tests Dave's citris chips NZ "chups"   NZ specialities - licorice   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here - so many great photos!   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones. Sounding good!   Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Dave! Twitter / Facebook   Tell a friend about the show or leave a review wherever you can.  Get in touch with a suggestion for Dave and Kitty - hi@nearly.com.auMore about the show: https://www.nearly.com.au/the-junkees-dave-and-kitty/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode our stack of books is tied together with a common theme of twisty mysteries... Twisties! Nothing cozy in this episode. We'll also share the books in our hands right now.Featured Books:Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris Rock Paper Scissors by Alice FeeneyFlicker in the Dark by Stacy WillinghamEverything We Didn't Say by Nicole BaarteThe Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh In Our Hands Right Now:The Maid by Nita ProseLike a House on Fire by Lauren McBrayerAdditional Books That Go Along With Our Theme:Friends Like These by Kimberly McCreightThe It Girl by Ruth WareInvisible Girl by Lisa JewellLittle Darlings by Melanie GoldingThe Wife Between Us by Greer HendricksWays to contact us:Follow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comHey Friends, please rate and review us!

I want you to think about how you can offer others support, even if you don't understand all the details of their situation. It will make a difference for you and them.Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected!Support me on Patreon!Twitter:  @elliottspeaksInstagram: @elliottspeaks

It's time for Kyle's Product Review and we've got a tonne of nifty gadgets and gizmos that will make your life just that much better. If you love Twisties, enjoy an instant slushie and are LAZY AF, this is quite the product review for you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for Kyle's Product Review and we've got a tonne of nifty gadgets and gizmos that will make your life just that much better. If you love Twisties, enjoy an instant slushie and are LAZY AF, this is quite the product review for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having been favored to become the first female gymnast to win back-to-back Olympic all-around gold medals, Simone Biles has put her mental health first today and walked away from the all-around individual competition. Some are saying it's the end of an era...but is it really the start of questioning the amount of pressure we put on elite athletes and beginning to support their mental health?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Simone Biles' brush with the twisties to Rick Ankiel's experience of the yips, the constellation of phenomena known as the yips–and the stories of the athletes who experience it–are some of the strangest in the world of sports. Far more common, but perhaps equally opaque, are mood disorders like depression and anxiety, and on this episode of Losing Control, host Justin Su'a talks with Karen Swartz, a clinical psychiatrist who specializes in mood disorders and community education. Mood disorders destabilize confidence, shift the relationship with the things we care about the most, and impact how we see ourselves–just like the yips–and in the second half of the episode, retired Major Leaguer Rick Ankiel reflects on the yips, mental health, and how his experiences in baseball have shaped his relationship to sports, and to life. Rick Ankiel, a retired professional pitcher, outfielder, and author of “The Phenomenon: Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch that Changed My Life” Karen Swartz, the director of clinical and educational programs at the Johns Hopkins Mood Disorders Center and a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Losing Control is a podcast about the yips. But this episode isn't about the yips. It's about two of the tools athletes and elite performers utilize to maintain a healthy mind: meditation and humor. Dr. Amishi Jha studies meditation and its impact on our attention, stress levels, and performance. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas study humor, and the power of a mindset of levity. Part of the yips story is about how we live our lives, and on this episode of Losing Control, host Justin Su'a shines a light on a practice and a quality that can have a profound impact on your performance, your work, and your life.  Jennifer Aaker, professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and co-author of “Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life”  Naomi Bagdonas, lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and co-author of “Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life”   Dr. Amishi Jha, professor at the University of Miami and author of “Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former starting quarterback Joel Stave led the Wisconsin Badgers for 31 wins between 2012 and 2015, and to this day, Stave remains the Badgers' all-time winningest quarterback. But success isn't only about the wins or the completed passes, and in one of the lows–and highs–of his life so far, Stave battled and overcame the yips. And although only some athletes will experience the yips or the twisties, all athletes will confront life after sports. For a perspective on making the transition from a life-permeating identity to whatever comes next, host Justin Su'a talks with Adriana Duffy-Hörling, a former gymnast and current professor of law who competed for Puerto Rico on the world stage.   Adriana Duffy-Hörling, a former gymnast and present day professor of law at Santa Clara University School of Law Joel Stave, former quarterback for the Wisconsin Badgers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Focus on what you can control. It's a phrase you've heard more than once if you've been listening to this podcast, and it typically refers to reorienting your perspective or ideas of success from the external to the internal: from elements outside of your control, to elements within your control. But on this episode of Losing Control, host Justin Su'a talks with renowned mental performance coach Dr. Colleen Hacker about how to manage, repair, and sustain a critical component of elite performance that is outside of control: confidence. And for a perspective on how to achieve consistent high performance sustainably, bestselling author Brad Stulberg discusses the perils of heroic individualism and the possibilities of other models of success. The yips are one of the most extraordinary and unusual phenomena in sports, and far more common among elite athletes are battles with confidence–or lack thereof–and achieving success sustainably in environments that demand consistent high performance under pressure.     Dr. Colleen Hacker, a professor of kinesiology at Pacific Lutheran University, and co-author of “Catch Them Being Good: Everything You Need to Know to Successfully Coach Girls” and "Achieving Excellence: Mastering Mindset for Peak Performance in Sport and Life"   Brad Stulberg, author of “The Practice of Groundedness,” and co-author of “Peak Performance”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Performance anxiety and the yips are not the same thing, and feeling unable to perform or compete before a big event is far more common than actually being unable to perform or compete due to the yips. But these ailments share more than a few similarities, and on this episode of Losing Control, host Justin Su'a talks with a concert pianist who has not only performed on many of the world's great stages, but who has battled–and learned to manage–performance anxiety. And for a perspective on battling severe, debilitating anxiety on the court, you'll hear from none other than Mardy Fish, the former American number one and former world number seven, who faced severe anxiety at the height of his professional tennis career. Mardy Fish, a retired tennis pro and current U.S. Davis Cup Captain  Gwendolyn Mok, a concert pianist, recording artist, and professor of music who teaches at San Jose State University See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The yips has been described as a wiring problem in the brain. But what is a wiring problem in the brain? It may be dystonia, a neurological movement disorder that causes involuntary muscle spasms or jerks, and on this episode of Losing Control, host Justin Su'a talks with Dr. Steven Frucht, a neurologist who has been treating people who suffer from movement disorders for decades. And for a broader exploration of how we move, you'll also meet two neuroscientists whose cutting edge work focuses on the neural control of movement, or how the brain controls the body: Dr. Alaa Ahmed and Dr. Lena Ting.   Dr. Alaa Ahmed, professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder Dr. Steven Frucht, a neurologist and movement disorder clinician at NYU Langone Health Dr. Lena Ting, professor at Emory University and Georgia Tech Aaron, a musician who suffers from dystonia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The yips is not only present in a sport like gymnastics, which requires an almost unparalleled degree of athleticism, but also in sports like archery and golf, which demand extraordinary mental fitness. In archery, it's known as target panic, and in this episode of Losing Control, we explore the mental game of one of the world's top archers, Paige Pearce, who has battled–and is currently managing–target panic. But it's in golf that the term yips, used to describe an involuntary movement that interrupts a golfer's putt, chip, or swing, is believed to have originated. Arguably, golf is also the sport in which the yips have been the most widely studied, and Justin talks it over with David Owen, who has been writing about golf for decades, and who has spent time with some of the top pros in the game, including none other than Tiger Woods.      Paige Pearce, a world champion, record-breaking professional archer and one of the top-ranked compound archers in the world  David Owen, a staff writer at The New Yorker, contributing editor at both Golf Digest and Popular Mechanics, and author of more than a dozen books, including four books about golf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've talked about the yips, but what about the twisties? The infamous variety of yips that afflicts aerial athletes, the twisties is a term which describes the experience of athletes who lose their sense of proprioception, or their awareness of where their bodies are in space. It was this unusual malady that led to Simone Biles stepping away from the 2020 Summer Olympics, and although she may be the best known athlete to have battled the twisties, Simone Biles is far from the only athlete who has experienced it. To better understand this strange and dangerous phenomenon, Justin sits down with Aimee Boorman, one of the top gymnastics coaches in the world and the former coach of Simone Biles herself. And for a look at how an athlete contends with the twisties–and triumphs in spite of it–you'll hear from Gary Hunt, one of the best cliff divers in the world and the nine-time Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Champion.    Aimee Boorman, a veteran gymnastics coach who has worked with elite gymnasts for many years, and the former coach of Simone Biles Gary Hunt, an unrivaled cliff diver and nine-time Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Champion  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today the Atlanta Braves' Tyler Matzek is a World Series Champion and one of the top relief pitchers in Major League Baseball. But just a few years ago, Tyler Matzek was ready to walk away from the game, and not because he was ready to retire, but due to a bad case of the yips. Matzek had tried everything he'd heard of to fix his throwing, and nothing was working–nothing, that is, until he met Jason Kuhn, a mental performance coach and fellow yips-sufferer. Matzek's work with Kuhn would be the catalyst that initiated a remarkable comeback, and on this episode of “Losing Control” you'll not only hear how Tyler Matzek got his pitching back, you'll get a behind the scenes look at the process that keeps him at the top of his game.         Jason Kuhn, a mental performance coach and owner and operator of Stonewall Solutions Tyler Matzek, 2021 World Series Champion and current relief pitcher for the Atlanta Braves  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.