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Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Brimstone: Chapters 26-39Episode Title: Brimstone – Chapters 26–39 (Red Wedding Vibes & The Three-Minute Soup)Description: The Romantasy Roundtable returns with a "Tale of Rick and Roses" (where the girls are apparently just hair clips?). Amanda, Kim, and Rick break down Chapters 26–39 of Brimstone, and frankly, we are not okay. We go from Saeris going full Magneto with twin god swords to Tal interrupting his own orgy to deliver plot points. We finally confirm that Carrion Swift is the undisputed Pansexual King, realize the Stargazer birds were the book the whole time (Rick loves when a bird is a book...

2025-12-151h 32

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Brimstone: Chapters 13-25Episode Title: Brimstone – Chapters 13–25Description: Buckle up, besties — Brimstone drops the brakes in this middle section, and Amanda, Kim, and Rick are simply feral about it. Ambushes, demon scorpions named Josh (yes, really), dream-soup shenanigans, a vampire-wolf named Foley (sorry, still not scary), and an eldritch spaghetti monster who maybe wants a favor and maybe wants your soul…? The Romantasy Roundtable chews through chaos, court politics, and enough editing errors to power a drinking game.Highlights include:A Million %$#@ Scorpions Named Josh: The most un-intimidating demon name in history; the nightmare fuel itself is very...

2025-12-081h 20

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Brimstone: Chapters 1-12Episode Title: Brimstone – Chapters 1–12 (Accidental Dosing & The Buddy Comedy Era)Description: The Romantasy Roundtable has officially entered the Brimstone era! Amanda, Kim, and Rick (who is absolutely lying about how much of the book he’s read) dive headfirst into the first 12 chapters of Callie Hart’s sequel to Quicksilver. The crew breaks down Saeris’s transition into her Vampire Queen villain era—complete with a feral coronation, a lethal sheer dress, and an accidental venom-dosing incident that leaves Kingfisher high as a kite and slicing lords in half.We dissect t...

2025-12-011h 16

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Quicksilver: Chapters 29-EndEpisode Title: Quicksilver – Chapters 29–End (The "Good Soup" Finale)Description: The Romantasy Roundtable reaches the feral conclusion of Quicksilver by Callie Hart! Amanda, Kim, and Rick break down chapters 29 through the end, where the good soup is plentiful, the Shadow Daddy angst is at an all-time high, and Carrion Swift officially steals the show (and a potted plant).The crew debates whether Kingfisher beats the Tamlin allegations during the war camp separation, screams about the iconic "seven gods" line, and processes Saeris’s chaotic transformation into a hybrid vampire queen...

2025-11-281h 25

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Quicksilver: Chapters 15-28Episode Title: Quicksilver – Chapters 15–28Description: In Part 2 of Quicksilver, Amanda, Kim, and Rick descend gleefully into the chaos: shadow gates, tavern brawls, dinner-table politics, feral makeouts, 50,000 vampires, ancient swords that explode like confetti, and one fox familiar who is so over everyone’s emotional trauma. The trio debates coercion, consent, Beauty-and-the-Beast tropes, mating-bond tattoos, and why Fischer keeps running away like he’s late for a different book. Also: Carrion Swift continues to be the bisexual menace of our hearts.Highlights include: • Area Codes, Bros: The pod opens unhinged and remains unh...

2025-11-211h 31

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Quicksilver: Chapters 1-14Episode Title: Quicksilver — Chapters 1–14Description: The Roundtable dives headfirst into the desert dust, frostbitten fae courts, molten magic, and very questionable “danger kissing” as we begin Quicksilver by Callie Hart. Amanda enters blind, Rick and Kim enter feral, and by chapter fourteen we have foxes, shadow smoke, blood oaths, and enough teeth-baring to make SJM file a copyright claim.Highlights include:• The Willow Tree Incident, Part II:Amanda retells how her engagement photos turned into an impromptu From Blood and Ash soup-scene confession. The photographer now knows more ab...

2025-11-171h 06

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Mate, Murder, MinestroneEpisode Title: Mate, Murder, Minestrone – Game Night SpecialDescription: Recording-marathon brain has fully set in, so Amanda, Kim, and Rick take a break from plot to play Mate, Murder, Minestrone—their extremely on-brand, soupified take on f**k, marry, kill. From Poppy slander and dragon riders to cursed fantasy names and the eternal menace of “honeydew,” the Romanty Roundtable turns every trope, quote, and side character into chaotic relationship choices. Nothing is safe, not even the soup.Highlights include:Poppy Must Perish: Violet, Feyre, and Poppy face judgment, and Poppy do...

2025-11-1623 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Mate: Chapters 27-EndEpisode Title: Mate – Chapters 27–EndDescription: The Mate finale delivers chaos, cults, and enough soup to feed the entire Northwest Pack. Rick, Amanda, and Kim close out Ali Hazelwood’s werewolf fever dream with deep literary insight (and deeper regret) as they unpack the Jewish werewolf conspiracy, inflatable anatomy, and one of the wildest epilogues in Romantasy history.Highlights include: • Bagels & Bar Mitzvahs: Rick celebrates Jewish werewolves with a New Jersey bagel and avocado, sparking the immortal question—are were-butterflies next? • Cult Family Reunion: Serena gets kidnapped, meets her manipulati...

2025-11-1459 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Mate: Chapters 13-26Episode Title: Mate – Chapters 13–26Description: The Romanty Roundtable returns to the Pacific Northwest for part two of Ali Hazelwood’s Mate, where cults form, vows break, and everyone’s constantly shirtless. Amanda, Kim, and Rick tackle the middle stretch of the book—half domestic fluff, half hormonal apocalypse—as Cohen’s celibacy pact collides with Serena’s fast-approaching heat. Between werewolf theology, “good girl” debates, and the debut of The Howler App™, the trio agrees: there’s still no plot, but they’re having an amazing time.Highlights include:Domestic Wolfcore: Grocery dates...

2025-11-071h 00

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Mate: Chapters 1-12Episode Title: Mate – Chapters 1–12 (Werewolf Bar Mitzvah Edition!) ???? Description: The Romanty Roundtableis back and absolutely unhinged, diving into the Omegaverse with Mate by Ali Hazelwood, the companion novel to Bride! Amanda, Kim, and Rick break down the first 12 chapters, introducing the hunted Human-Were hybrid Serena Paris and the formidable Alpha Koen Alexander. The crew discusses Serena's mysterious hybrid illness, the undeniable mate bond vs. Koen's infamous Celibacy Covenant, and the confusing science of werewolf biology. Expect an accidental giveaway announcement, debates on why Millennials love email, and a deep dive into the canonical Judaism of the Northwest Pack.Key...

2025-10-3159 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire: Chapters 36-EndEpisode Title: A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire – Chapters 36–End (Finale!)Description: The Romanty Roundtable has survived the third-quarter slump and is finally done with A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire! Amanda, Kim, and Rick close the book on Poppy and Casteel's chaotic journey, covering the final, explosive chapters (36 through 45). They discuss the long-awaited wedding, a sudden battle, a heartbreaking betrayal, and a shocking divine power-up in the final minutes. The crew gives their definitive final ratings, debates the concept of "soul eating," and celebrates the fact that the two best parts of the book were, unfortunately, the...

2025-10-2441 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire: Chapters 24-35Episode Title: A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire – Chapters 24–35Description: The Romantasy Roundtable returns, barely surviving the third-quarter slump of Jennifer L. Armentrout’s A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire. Amanda, Kim, and Rick tackle bacon jokes from 2013, the world’s slowest “joining” talk, soup in the soup, and an alarming number of thumb references. Somewhere between hot springs foreplay and military strategy, our trio wonders if anything in this book actually happens—or if we’re all just second-screening it at this point.Highlights include:The Joining Threesome That Wasn’t: Poppy, Castile, and Kiera...

2025-10-1748 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire: Chapters 13-23Episode Title: A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire – Chapters 13–23Description: The Romanty Roundtable continues the chaos with Jennifer L. Armentrout’s A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, covering chapters 13–23. Amanda, Kim, and Rick unpack Atlantean lore dumps, blood-soaked battles, pantry makeouts, and a very questionable use of the word “honeydew.” From cave cats and silver hawks to Dead Bones cannibals and heartmate drama, this section of the book gives us everything from messy soup scenes to Hot Topic-level life mottos.Key Topics Discussed:Library Laps & Lightning Teases – Poppy learns about empath warriors while being forcibly...

2025-10-0357 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire: Chapters 1-12Description: The Romanty Roundtable is BACK with Jennifer L. Armentrout’s A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, and Poppy wastes no time reminding us why she’s the queen of chaotic inner monologues. Amanda, Kim, and Rick dive into the opening 12 chapters, covering bloody banquets, lore dumps, tree bears, and lap-sitting that nobody actually asked for. Expect unhinged notes, vampire math equations, and the revelation that Castile’s full name is somehow worse than we imagined.Key Topics Discussed:Marriage Ultimatum – Castile proposes (or, well, demands) marriage, Poppy fumes, and everyone wonders how long we can drag out this...

2025-09-261h 10

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Enchantra: Chapters 36-End???? Episode Title: Enchantra – Chapters 36–End???? Description: The Romanty Roundtable closes out Kaylie Smith’s Enchantra with a finale full of bargains, betrayals, memory wipes, and one very stubborn fox. Amanda, Kim, and Rick unpack the final chapters as Genevieve and Rowan descend into hell, face Knox’s manipulations, and fight through the last deadly round of the Hunt. Expect shadow soup, soul lock drama, and an ending that had us equal parts swooning and side-eyeing.???? Key Topics Discussed:Hell is Basically Norway? – Demons, shops, fans on “Enchantrogram,” and why Knox’s estate feels m...

2025-09-1952 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Enchantra: Chapters 17-35Episode Title: Enchantra – Chapters 17–35Description: The Romanty Roundtable dives back into Kaylie Smith’s Enchantra, covering chapters 17–35—aka the absolute chaos portion of the book. Amanda, Kim, and Rick wade through deadly hunts, shadow soup, fox games, piranha attacks, and family rituals that make Thanksgiving dinner look tame. Expect labyrinth chills, Umbra adoration, and some of the spiciest shadow play we’ve read yet.Key Topics Discussed:The Hunt Heats Up – Grave’s turn in the labyrinth brings Squid Game vibes, horror-movie choices, and one too many flimsy dresses in the snow.Two...

2025-09-1248 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Enchantra: Chapters 1-17Episode Title: Enchantra – Chapters 1–17Description: We’re back with a brand-new series! The Romantasy Roundtable crew embarks on a new gothic romantasy journey with the highly anticipated sequel to Fantasma, Enchantra by Kylie Smith. Amanda, Kim, and Rick discuss the book's first 17 chapters, following Ophelia's sister, Genevieve Grim, as she enters a whole new world of paranormal chaos. From a mysterious new love interest and a deadly scavenger hunt to ancient curses and a whole lot of questions about who is who, the crew breaks down the introduction to the Enchantra world and Genevieve’s new role in the h...

2025-08-291h 13

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Knight and the Moth: Chapters 15-EndEpisode Title: The Knight and the Moth – Chapters 15–EndDescription: The Romanty Roundtable returns to the haunted moors of Traum for the final stretch of The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig—and what a wild ride it is. Amanda, Kim, and Rick dissect the closing chapters of this gothic romantasy, from sprite showdowns and knightly confessions to shocking betrayals and a gargoyle reveal that had us all yelling. Expect boss-battle energy, found-family feels, and exactly one can of soup (complimentary).Key Topics Discussed:Sprite Trouble & Omen Hunts – From mountain sprites to the Heartsore Weaver...

2025-08-181h 19

Dog Tag Diaries Grit, Laughter, and Legacy: Amanda Mae’s Story of Military Resilience and JoyThis episode of Dog Tag Diaries spotlights Amanda Mae, a 20-year Air Force veteran, marathon runner, and founder of The Woman Veteran Calendar. Host Captain Kim gets Amanda to open up about her unlikely journey from a Massachusetts chicken farm to becoming an indomitable leader in and out of uniform. Topics touch on military service, female veterans’ mental health, sexual assault in the military, and what it truly means to find “grit” as a woman in uniform. Amanda shares unexpected stories, from mastering animal noises as a middle child to rising through the ranks, surviving discouragement, and eventually championing women...

2025-08-1339 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews The Knight and the Moth Chapters 1-14Episode Title: The Knight and the Moth – Chapters 1–14Description: The Romanty Roundtable embarks on a brand-new gothic romantasy journey with The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig. Amanda, Kim, and Rick unpack the first 14 chapters of this moody, magical tale set in the haunted moors of Traum. From cathedral drownings and cryptic prophecies to knife-to-throat banter and suspiciously hot knights, the crew dissects the eerie worldbuilding, ominous omens, and slow-burn tension between our divine dreamer and the heretical knight who doesn’t believe a word she says. Expect moth metaphors, theological debates, and just enough book boy thirst...

2025-08-111h 11

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Phantasma: Chapters 35-EndEpisode Title: Phantasma – Chapters 35–EndDescription: The Devil’s Manor saga comes to a blood-soaked, betrayal-packed close—and the Romanty Roundtable is here to scream about it. Amanda, Kim, and Rick finish Phantasma by Kaylie Smith with a finale episode full of spicy phantom angst, crown conspiracies, and emotionally devastating sister drama. As Ophelia faces the final trials, confronts her dark past, and makes her last soup-laced choices, the crew dives into the book’s big reveals, lore dumps, and unhinged epilogues. Did it stick the landing? Were we emotionally okay afterward? No and also no. But we had fun...

2025-08-031h 16

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Phantasma: Chapters 18-34Episode Title: Phantasma – Chapters 18–34Description: Things heat up—and bleed—on the latest episode of Romanty Roundtable. Amanda, Kim, and Rick dive into chapters 18 through 34 of Phantasma by Kaylie Smith, tackling phantom thirst traps, demon drama, and the existential horrors of the gluttony level (whatever that was). With blood rain, teleportation sex, and soul-deep OCD metaphors, the gang breaks down Oilia’s increasingly high-stakes trials inside Devil’s Manor and her spiraling bond with our favorite ghostly himbo, Blackwell. Plus: soup theories, devil politics, Sims achievements, and a bourbon-fueled educational tangent you didn’t know you needed.Key Topics Di...

2025-07-271h 18

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Phantasma Chapters 1-17Episode Title: Phantasma – Chapters 1–17Description: The Romanty Roundtable trio kicks off Fantasma by Kaylie Smith with their signature blend of literary insight and chaotic charm. In this episode, Amanda, Kim, and Rick unpack the first 17 chapters of this gothic romantasy adventure set in a haunted New Orleans. From phantom flirtations and necromantic rituals to soup dreams and ghost cats, the team breaks down the eerie vibes, complex magic system, and early trials of the Devil’s Manor competition—all while making wildly accurate predictions, literary deep dives, and a surprising number of Danny Phantom references.

2025-07-161h 11

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews ACOTAR: Speed RunEpisode Title: A Court of Thorns and Roses – Rapid Fire RecapDescription: The Romanty Roundtable kicks off their SJM journey with a chaotic, unfiltered rapid-fire recap of A Court of Thorns and Roses. We’re diving headfirst into the book that started it all—spring court, sexy fae, and Tamlin slander included. From rants about riddle logic to a heated debate about Rhys’s early behavior, Rick, Amanda, and Kim pull no punches as they tear through plot points, throw shade, and confess unpopular opinions. It’s feral, it’s unhinged, it’s ACOTAR—Romanty style.Key Topics Discuss...

2025-07-101h 21

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Bride: Chapters 21-EndEpisode Title: Bride – Chapters 21–EndDescription: The Romanty Roundtable sinks its fangs into the final chapters of Bride by Ali Hazelwood—complete with blood bag cocktails, Cheez-It ASMR, and a full breakdown of werewolf anatomy (you’ve been warned). As the book wraps up its steamy werewolf-vampire politics, the crew reflects on everything from consent and hybrid identity to disappointing twists and anatomically confusing soup. With equal parts chaos and critique, Rick, Amanda, and Kim bring laughs, hot takes, and heartfelt reviews in this finale.Key Topics Discussed:Consent in the Soup — The group appreciat...

2025-07-0954 min

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews Onyx Storm: Chapters 1-16Episode Title: Onyx Storm – Chapters 1–16Description:The Onyx Storm adventure begins! The Romanty Roundtable crew kicks off their deep dive into the first 16 chapters of Rebecca Yarros' highly anticipated third installment in the Fourth Wing series. With wild conspiracy theories, emotional dragon moments, and a brand-new Quest Squad forming (sort of), this episode is packed with laughs, lore, and lots of lightning.From Violet’s dual-dragons dilemma to Zaden’s ever-growing shadowy signet, the gang explores memory-sharing theories, silver-haired Venon, and whether Violet is more powerful—and more connected—than we ever imag...

2025-05-311h 03

The Hendy Show Medicine, Movement & Mindfulness: Unlocking True Wellness through the Korean Art of Living Meditation with Dr. Jenelle KimIn this episode, Amanda sits down with Dr. Jenelle Kim, a renowned Doctor of Traditional Oriental Medicine, best-selling author, and the first woman to carry her family’s centuries-old lineage of herbal formulations. Dr. Kim is a trailblazer in integrating the timeless principles of Eastern medicine with the innovations of Western science, offering a modern approach to health and well-being.Amanda and Dr. Kim explore the concept of living meditation—an accessible practice that blends mindfulness, breathwork, and movement into daily life—and discuss the importance of knowing your true self as the foundation for a harmonious existe...

2025-01-221h 00

Romantasy Roundtable: Fantasy Romance Reviews From Blood and Ash: Chapters 1-3Summary (Spoiler-Free)Introducing the Book Club: This inaugural episode discusses the first three chapters of From Blood and Ash. The hosts, Rick, Amanda, and Kim, dive into initial impressions, the book's setting, and its main characters.Curiosity and Questions: The team unpacks early mysteries, key themes, and concepts introduced in the chapters, sparking curiosity about the protagonist’s role and the story's world.Dynamic Discussions: Through casual banter and humorous tangents, the hosts share insights into the story's tone and style, blending lighthearted commentary with thoughtful analysis.Speculations and Theories: Without giving away plot details, the episode highlights int...

2025-01-1822 min

The Kim Hoang Podcast Experience Season 3, Episode 46: Film Actor, Director & Producer Amanda MeganRecorded Live from The Prototype Studio in the Wheaton Maryland, Host Mr. Kim Hoang creates another podcast episode for all of our subscribers and loyal listeners to enjoy. Kim enters the "Virtual Room" as he talks to Actor, Director and Producer Amanda Megan. The two have a chat about Amanda's history, her background in acting, her involvement in Miscalculated The Movie, the status on the film she is directing "Anna Key" and her various opinions about the acting industry. Plus, Amanda puts on the boxing gloves as she takes on the challenge of our famous "Rapid Fire" challenge, like...

2024-12-271h 32

Thrive in Life with Amanda Kate How to become Wealthy AF with Kim KentHave you ever wondered what the difference was between those who seem to have their relationship with money dialed in, abundance flows easily and opportunities for more show up often … and those who struggle to hold money, create more abundance and wealth and who avoid mastering how to manage money??I have! For as long as I have been fending for myself financially, it has been pretty clear that I have an interesting relationship with money. Fears of never having enough, fear of not earning enough or that I am spending too much. Join Kim Ke...

2024-05-141h 00

Soul Love Soul Love Podcast by Kim van de Sande | guest Amanda Lindsey | Spreading Smiles: A Mission to Spread HappinessS4E55 IN THIS EPISODE: Join Amanda Lindsey on Soul Love as she shares her journey from adversity to spreading happiness worldwide. Explore daily intentions, connection, and the joy of embracing happiness! Much love, Kim van de Sande Kim’s Book Activating the Flower of Love here: https://floweroflove.love/buy-now/ To learn more about Amanda Lindsey Amanda Lindsey—Spreader of the HAPPY and The HAPPY Helper—inspires people into S.H.A.P.E. (Spreading Happiness Across Planet Earth), helps them Find the HAPPY in the Crappy...

2024-04-1729 min

Feminine Luminary Money Mindset and Taking Control of your Finances with Kim KentMastering your "money mindset" and taking control of your finances can transform your life. And this week Kim Kent, your “go-to” Money Mindset and Financial Coach, shares with us exactly how to do that! Kim helps ambitious women break through their money mindset blocks, get out of debt, stop spending more than they are earning and create their path to financial freedom, so they STOP feeling like they are not enough. In this episode, we chatted about: How managing money is not purely numbers but about aligning your financial practices with your vision and values. ...

2024-04-0843 min

Unbottled Potential 78. Surpassing your own Upper Limits with Kim ArgetsingerWhen I was still at my 9-to-5 corporate job, struggling, wanting to leave, knowing I needed to start a business, there was one key person who helped me make my dreams of being an entrepreneur come true. That was Kim Argetsinger. Today, I am so excited to have her on the podcast! Kim was my very first coach who helped me build the foundation and confidence that I needed to thrive and succeed as an entrepreneur. Here's the craziest thing, Kim is now alcohol-free. In this episode, we have a full-circle, serendipitous conversation on our...

2023-11-2147 min

Communicate Like You Give A Damn Connecting With Indigenous Culture With Amanda ClintonExplore the rich Indigenous experience and representation, particularly focusing on the Cherokee Nation Citizen perspective from Amanda Clinton on the next episode of Communicate Like You Give A Damn. Together, host, Kim Clark and Amanda explore valuable insights, tips, and techniques communicators can use to disrupt unconscious bias and avoid reinforcing negative stereotypes. Not only do they dive into discussions on reclaiming narratives, painting realistic pictures of Native people, and the significance of how we communicate and tell Indigenous stories, the audience also discovers the importance of accurate visibility and representation of native people, especially as we navigate through...

2023-11-1459 min

Let Fear Bounce - Tossing out nuggets of hope You are NOT defined by a diagnosis - with Amanda Hess S3 EPS 31Introducing Amanda Hess, your Neurodivergent Guru! Put simply, Amanda helps people who are hard on themselves. Amanda's Nugget of Hope: "We all think we have something wrong with us. There is nothing "Broken" about you." As a Certified Trauma Aware Life & Success Coach, Amanda is here to revolutionize the world of CEO women, leaders, and entrepreneurs. She's not your average coach—she's a force of nature, igniting sparks of transformation wherever she goes! With her personal experience and professional expertise, Amanda guides women on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery, unlocking the incredible potential of...

2023-08-0137 min

Deal Us In Why Diversity is Critical to the Future of Investing with Avante Capital’s Amanda KimWe all have that voice in our head: the one telling us we’re imposters, we’re not cut out for this, we’ll never be able to catch up to the men in our industry.As a woman in investing, you might not ever have the same opportunities as the men out there, especially if you take time off for maternity leave or have a family at home to provide for. So it’s no surprise that those voices in our heads can nag us into feeling incapable. Avante Capital Partners' Principal* Amanda Kim knows the...

2022-08-3138 min

Flip Your Lid with Kim Honeycutt Emotional Freedom Technique with Amanda FerratFlip Your Lid podcast is dedicated to exploring different therapeutic modalities. In this episode, Kim has the privilege of interviewing Amanda Ferrat who is an advanced Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioner. EFT is an alternative therapeutic method to treat physical pain and emotional distress. Amanda Ferrat is the founder of Value Yourself Counseling. Amanda took the time to share with us about her personal journey to wellness and how EFT tapping allowed her to sail to a whole new level of emotional health which she now professionally offers to her clients. Kim has been curious about EFT tapping for...

2022-05-2556 min

What the AUTISM?!We're Back!! 2021 ASD PrevalenceWelcome back to season 2 of “what the AUTISM?!” This podcast is intended for listeners who are interested in learning and better understanding the autism diagnosis. If you are a new listener to our podcast, welcome to our community! Whether you are a parent, a health care provider, a teacher, a fellow community member, or an aspiring behavior analyst, this podcast is meant to create an ongoing discussion with you the listeners, to better understand all the mysteries to this autism diagnosis and be a resource to one another as we each partake in this journey together. Since posting my very first...

2022-05-1804 min

RUNWAY 2 Inspire Behind the Scenes with Kim ShapiraEPISODE 4 DESCRIPTION In this episode we go behind the scenes with Kim Shapira; Registered Dietician and Nutrition Therapist with a practice in Los Angeles. Kim shares the details on the Kim Shapira Method and we talk about how our relationship with food has such a great impact on the other relationships in our lives. We discuss how to overcome the fears people may have with food and how that translates into other areas of our lives, including our businesses! 5 Key success takeaways from this episode with Kim: Wellness plans are an essential pa...

2021-12-1734 min

Make Fit Happen Spouses & FitnessIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss their experience with having a spouse that is not as dedicated to health and fitness or does not workout at all. They discuss how this affected their relationships, did it cause the relationship to split and how they compromise with their significant other while still maintaining their health and fitness goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/s...

2021-10-1440 min

The Girl Gang Podcast Episode 143: Kim Olusanya and standing up for yourself and others!Join Amanda as she talks to Kim Olusanya about surviving and standing up for those in abuse. Follow Kim on Instagram @kimolusanya and check out her website kimolusanya.comBoss Vission Tickets: www.bossvisioncon.comWant to know when episodes go live? sign up for notifications and info about the Girl Gang Podcast here Make sure you follow Dallas Girl Gang Podcast and leave a review.Have a question for Amanda? Send your Q's to podcast@dallasgirlgang. Don't forget to include your IG handle and we might just shout yo...

2021-09-3019 min

Make Fit Happen How to Manage Fitness with a busy lifeIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss how keep fitness goals throughout changes in your life. It can be hard to keep on track and make progress with a busy schedule; Amanda and Jupe discuss how fitness for them has changed with big changes in their life. They discuss how to balance your goals with relationships, work and maintaining a social life. They also discuss how it’s okay if fitness is sometimes not your main priority but the goal should always be to maintain overall health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

2021-09-1941 min

Make Fit Happen Why Is Dieting Difficult?In this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss the mental and physical changes that occur when you go on a diet. They discuss what happens physiologically in your body that can cause mental and physical fatigue and make it much harder to continue to diet. They also discuss predisposition of weight gain or loss and how that can affect you during dieting. They end with a discussion of their own experiences while dieting and what recommendations they have for you in order to be successful on your diet --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: T...

2021-09-1343 min

Make Fit Happen Ectomorph, Mesomorph & EndomorphIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss the 3 metabolic body types. These body types have been terms thrown around in bodybuilding for decades and give an indication of how likely someone is to gain or retain muscle and body fat. Jupe and Amanda go over the different nutrition aspects and training styles that suit each metabolic body type best and why. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://a...

2021-08-2641 min

Make Fit Happen Mass vs. AstheticsIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the difference between trying to build size and mass vs trying to maintain and gain a lean and aesthetic physique. They discuss the differences in training protocol and how the differences in your nutrition program for each goal. They also go over the mindset and what is needed to achieve a large mass physique of a lean and aesthetic physique. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/m...

2021-08-0943 min $Yuliana Kim-Grant\'s Phoenix Tales$

Yuliana Kim-Grant's Phoenix Tales Overcoming an Eating Disorder in the Fitness Industry with Amanda Murdock Global Head of Content at FitxrToday’s episode of Phoenix Tales comes with a trigger warning, as we will be discussing eating disorders. Host Yuliana Kim-Grant speaks with Amanda Murdock, the Senior Director of Fitness for the Daily Burn. Amanda shares her candid story about struggling with an eating disorder while working in the wellness industry, what prompted her to finally seek help, and how this experience ultimately made her stronger and more resilient. Amanda opens up about her long road to recovery, the connection between mental illness and eating disorders, as well as the common trigger of needing to feel in control when li...

2021-07-2929 min

Make Fit Happen Interview with DragonflyIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda interview one of Jupe’s MMA coaches devlyn dragonfly. They discuss what got him into MMA, the categories of martial arts and why he chose to focus on Maui Thai as opposed to MMA or UFC as well as his future fight plans. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-07-261h 00

Make Fit Happen MMA & Connor McgregorIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the life and career of Connor Mcgregor. They break down a little about the UFC and Connors’ rise to fame, as well as his training and nutrition techniques. They also discuss whether they think Connor is at the end of his career or whether he still has some fight left in him. ENJOY! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm...

2021-07-1942 min

Make Fit Happen Being Healthy VS.Being FitIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast amanda and Jupe discuss the differences between being healthy and being fit. They discuss how the workouts and mindset as well as the nutrition change from one aspect to the next. They also go over how people may cycle through these phases throughout their life and how mindset is most important. We hope you enjoy this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.f...

2021-07-1547 min

Make Fit Happen How To Choose A Gym & Home GymIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda, Jupe and Stephen from Feel Think Fit discuss how to go about picking a gym. They discuss the differences between corporate gyms and niche gyms and which one might be best for you. They also discuss home gyms and how to create your ideal home gym. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-07-1255 min

Make Fit Happen All About Stretching & Dealing with Injuries + Alcohol and FitnessIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe, Amanda and Stephen discuss all about why stretching is so important and how to prevent injury. They also discuss what happens when an injury does occur and how to deal with it. They end on how alcohol affects your fitness goals and why moderation is key. Please enjoy this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-06-281h 11

Make Fit Happen The Hardest Lesson I Learned in FitnessIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss some of the hardest lessons they learned in fitness. They discussed how it made them feel, what it was hard and how it changed their perspective on life and fitness overall --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-06-2157 min

Make Fit Happen Is All Sugar Created Equal?In this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the various types of sugar and how they are consumed and used in our body. They especially discuss fructose and why it is the most controversial out of the bunch. They go over molecular structure and how it plays a factor in how those sugars are absorbed and used by us. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/s...

2021-06-1748 min

Make Fit Happen Reverse DietingIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the concept of reverse dieting. They go over when it is used and how it is a valuable tool for bodybuilders and people who are coming off a large weight loss journey. They discuss the mental and physical changes that long term dieting can create and how a reverse diet can help increase your metabolism long term and make it easier to maintain weight and keep it off . --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- S...

2021-06-1041 min

Make Fit Happen Gym Pet Peeves/ EtiquetteIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss their biggest pet peeves in the gym. This episode is a little more random and full of humor and fun. We hope you laugh and relieve some stress through antics and crazy humor. Please enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-06-0750 min

Make Fit Happen Sex & FitnessIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the taboo subject of sex. They go over how fitness affects your sex drive and how it differs between men and women. They discuss the side effects of exercising on a regular basis and how it can have a positive affect on your sex life. They also talk about how exercise intensity has a direct correlation between your libido and how well you perform in the bedroom. We hope this episode makes you laugh while giving you some helpful information along the way --- This episode is...

2021-06-0348 min

Make Fit Happen Amanda’s Macros, Micronutrients & Vegan ProteinsIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Stephen and Amanda discuss Amanda’s macros and how she is prepping nutrition wise for her powerlifting competition in November. They also go over micronutrients, why they are important and where to get micronutrients from. They finish off with discussing some of Stephen’s vegan diet approaches especially when It comes to protein sources and how they differ from a omnivore diet. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Suppo...

2021-05-311h 27

Make Fit Happen Metabolic SyndromeIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast, Jupe and Amanda discuss the topic of metabolic syndrome. They go over what metabolic syndrome is, what are the causes, what are some risk factors and complications that stem from it as well as how to prevent it. We hope this episode is informative, also check out the make fit happen podcast on YouTube! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-05-2750 min

Make Fit Happen Techniques to Overcome PlateausIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast, Jupe and Amanda discuss plateaus in weight loss and training. They discuss how they occurs and what things you can do to overcome them or push your body back into loosing weight or making gains. They also briefly go over the how Make Fit Happen will now be coming to YouTube! You will be able to see our episodes on video and we hope you enjoy and as usual peace, love and protein! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...

2021-05-2348 min

Make Fit Happen A Deep Dive Into Sleep with Stephen Danischewski from Feel Think FitIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda are joined once again by Stephen Danischewski from Feel Think Fit discussing sleep. The 3 cohosts go over sleep hygiene, what is it and how to improve it. They discuss habits that create deeper and better sleep as well as what things through your day can negatively or positively affect your sleep. This podcast is chalk full of info and we hope you all learn something new and are able to apply these features to your own sleep process! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way t...

2021-05-171h 00

Make Fit Happen How To Get a Big Squat & Big LegsIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast, Jupe and Amanda talk about their experience building a big squat and get dem big legs. They talk about the proper technique to squatting how to mentally prepare for the big squats and maxing out properly. They discuss the difference between low bar and high bar squats and how each individual will respond to each technique. They conclude with how to program properly for that big gain. We hope you love this one! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...

2021-05-1348 min

Make Fit Happen MetabolismIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss metabolism. What makes up your metabolism, what factors affect it and determine it as well as how you can change it. They also discuss metabolic damage also known as metabolic adaption; how it happens, what affects are experienced from it and how to avoid it. This one is chuck full of info that you don’t want to miss! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/mes...

2021-05-101h 05

Make Fit Happen Discussing Jupe’s New Nutrition PlanIn this episode of The Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss Jupe’s new weight loss nutrition plan. Jupe is combining the carnivore diet with carb cycling. He is currently doing 3 low days to 1 high day and sticking to only animal sources. They discuss the changes in his performance and body composition, how he is feeling and his successes as well as his road bumps. If carb cycling and carnivore is something you have been interested in then this is the episode for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. htt...

2021-05-0640 min

Make Fit Happen Guest Host Stephen Danischewski Owner of Feel Think FitIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast, Amanda and Jupe are joined by Feel Think Fit owner Stephen Danischewski to discuss his journey in fitness and the creation of his own fitness brand. They also discuss topics that are near and dear to Stephen such as intermittent fasting, veganism, online VS in person training and how important sleep is. Amanda and Stephen attended Rutgers university together and shared a passion for Health and Fitness that has continued into their lives now. This is an episode you will not want to miss! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: T...

2021-05-031h 03

Make Fit Happen Health & Fitness Myths Debunked Vol.2In this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe revisit health and fitness myths! Together they cover 20 more myths and debunk them, going over why they are not true and how some of them came to be. Also join Jupe and Amanda this upcoming Sunday as they have guest Stephen Danischewski owner of Feel Think Fit join them on the Make Fit Happen Podcast, stay tuned! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this p...

2021-04-2951 min

Make Fit Happen Nutrition and Fitness Fads to AvoidIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss some crazy and wild diet and exercise fads that you definitely should avoid. Some of these you may have heard of before and others may be all new to you! We hope you enjoy this crazy episode and find it entertaining and as always learn something new! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-04-1954 min

Make Fit Happen Recovery TechniquesIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss recovery and why it is so important to your health and fitness goals. They go over some of their favorite recovery techniques, what purpose each one serves and how to apply them. They also go over some more in depth recovery that you can seek out if you have the means and availability. We hope you enjoy this episode, learn something new and are able to apply these techniques to your current regime. Peace Love & Protein! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to m...

2021-04-1546 min

Make Fit Happen Programming: AdvancedThis is the conclusion of a 3 part series on the Make Fit Happen Podcast where Jupe and Amanda discuss the more advanced techniques of programming and lifting. They talk about what defines an advanced lifter and how do you know you’ve reached an advanced level. They go over the very specific and more complicated protocols you can incorporate in a program and how they affect your progress in muscle gain and strength. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...

2021-04-1244 min

Make Fit Happen Self DisciplineIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss what self discipline. They go over why it is important for nutrition and fitness and how it translates to the rest of your life. They also go over what makes becoming disciplined so hard and how to overcome it and what you can gain from becoming disciplined. This is one of our best concept episodes yet! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this p...

2021-04-1255 min

Make Fit Happen The Carnivore DietIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Amanda and Jupe discuss the carnivore diet. The carnivore diet is new to the nutrition and fitness industry and has been popularized by celebrity Joe Rogan. In this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss how the carnivore diet came to be, what is it, what can you eat and not eat and the pros and cons of following the carnivore diet. We hope you enjoy this humor filled informative episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a v...

2021-04-0541 min

Make Fit Happen Programming: IntermediateIn this episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast; Jupe and Amanda discuss when do you transition from beginner lifter to intermediate? What changes are made to your program in order to be considered an intermediate program? How does your mindset change? Jupe and Amanda discuss techniques they recommend and use to progress in their own programming and give example of specific instances of where intermediate programming plays a role. We hope you learn and enjoy this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a v...

2021-04-0155 min

Make Fit Happen Health & Fitness Myths Debunked Vol. 1In this episode of Make Fit Happen Podcast, Jupe and Amanda discuss 15 popular health and fitness myths and why they are false. They discuss such things as does fat make you fat? Why is it not the best to workout one body part per day per week? And finally can you loose body fat from a particular area if you do specific exercises to target that muscle? Hopefully this episode is informative and entertaining! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.f...

2021-03-2851 min

Make Fit Happen Programming: The BeginningThis episode starts a 3 part series where Amanda and Jupe discuss how to start programming. In this particular episode they discuss the beginning phases of programming when someone is just starting out working out. They go over how to create a SMART goal and determine how many days a week you can commit to working out. From there they go in depth about exercise choice, type of program template, rep ranges and how to progress. They also describe their current routines in place and compare to what type of program they first started with. --- This episode is sponsored by · A...

2021-03-2548 min

Make Fit Happen Is Organic Better?In this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss what is organic food and how is it labeled? They also discuss the cost difference between eating organic compared to non-organic as well as is it nutritionally better than eating non-organic food. They summarize whether they would recommend you try to go more organic and have they themselves eaten more organic or not --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-03-2237 min

Make Fit Happen Discipline & AdherenceIn this episode Amanda and Jupe talk about how to create discipline and keep committed to going to the gym and sticking to your nutrition plan. They also talk about what ways you can make your gym routine and diet easier to stick to. It’s all about finding what works best for you and finding the path of least resistance and making this a journey instead of dead end! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support thi...

2021-03-1849 min

Make Fit Happen Instagram Gurus & Why They SuckIn this episode Amanda is going solo and talking about the dangers of social media gurus and why they suck. She goes over what makes them successful in the first place and what tactics they use to get your attention and your money! She also goes over how to spot a guru and her experience with social media influencers trying to take advantage of people. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/m...

2021-03-1434 min

Make Fit Happen Discussion of Game Changers Netflix filmIn this episode Jupe and Amanda sit down and discuss the Game Changers film that has become polarizing and stirred up controversy on netflix. The film pushes a vegan diet and focuses on how meat is correlated with cancer and heart disease. We try to discuss some of the misconceptions in the film and go over the scientific reasons why. We reference studies and experiments shown in the film and delve into the actual data and outcomes. We hope this is educational and allows you to make a more educated decision on what eating protocols you should follow for yourself. ...

2021-03-1155 min

Make Fit Happen CrossFitIn this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss the sport of CrossFit. They go over how it was created, when it was created and by whom. They also go over how it became popular, what the workouts incorporate, the pros and cons of doing CrossFit and the nutrition plan that most CrossFit athletes follow. By the end they will paint a clear picture of whether CrossFit may work for you and their own personal opinions of it and the fitness trend it has generated. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/a...

2021-03-0747 min

Make Fit Happen Intermittent FastingIn this episode Jupe and Amanda talk about the intermittent fasting and the different facets that make up this style of eating. They breakdown the differences and details of intentional fasting and non-fasting, periodic fasting, alternate day fasting and daily restricted fasting. They also talk about it they have ever done a form of intermittent fasting and would they recommend it for you to try. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/m...

2021-03-0445 min

Make Fit Happen The Vertical DietIn this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss the vertical diet. This diet was created by Stan efferding a bodybuilder turned power lifter who wanted to create a diet for high level performance. This diet consists of highly digestible foods that have high levels of bioavailable protein. This decreases the amount of bloat and gas that can be caused by other diets. Jupe and Amanda discuss their experience and would they recommend this diet for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://a...

2021-03-0145 min

Make Fit Happen Cardio BunnyIn today’s episode of the Make Fit Happen Podcast Jupe and Amanda discuss the various types of cardio that you can incorporate in your routine. This will include low and high intensity exercise, what heart rate intervals you need to be at and how often should you do these exercises. They also go over which type of cardio is best for each individual goal and why too much cardio is detrimental to your fitness journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: htt...

2021-02-2541 min

Make Fit Happen SupplementsIn this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss the most common supplements used in health and fitness. They go over the benefits, the drawbacks and which ones are most effective. The top supplements they go over in this episode are creatine, pre workout, protein powder, BCAA’s and thermogenics. They talk about what they have used and still use today as well as recommendations of what you should consider adding into your regime based on your goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: htt...

2021-02-2154 min

Make Fit Happen Carbohydrate CyclingIn this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss the dietary practice of cycling carbs. This method is most used by bodybuilders prior to competition in order to fill out muscle glycogen stores without looking bloated; as well as endurance athletes to fill glycogen stores before events. This can also be an effective means to dieting for long term progress and adherence. Jupe and Amanda will discuss their own experiences with carb cycling and if they would recommend it for you to try. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- S...

2021-02-1846 min

Make Fit Happen How To Motivate YourselfIn this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss the mental battle when it comes to motivation. How do you stay motivated or how do you get the motivation to start? They go over practices that can help you get motivation and they give some harsh truths about expectation and reality when it comes to creating and sticking to fitness and nutrition routines. We hope this episode gives you the info you need to help your own motivation and excel at your fitness journey ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...

2021-02-1454 min

Make Fit Happen MMA, what is it & it is for you?In this episode Amanda interviews Jupe about his experience with mixed martial arts. Jupe has been practicing jujitsu and Muay Thai for a couple years and has excelled at various levels. Amanda asks Jupe what made him want to get into MMA, why he likes it and has continued to do it and how has his training and nutrition been altered because of it. If you ever thought of adding MMA to your routine then this is the episode for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- S...

2021-02-1152 min

She Finds Joy Ep. 42 | How to Thrive During Menopause with Amanda ThebeEp 42 | Amanda Thebe: How to Thrive During Menopause Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are experiencing menopause hell and want to start feeling healthy and fit in their 40s and beyond. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Amanda is a highly regarded expert on women’s fitness and health. She brings a refreshing humor and no-nonsense approach to subjects usually shrouded in shame. In this episode, Amanda gets real and vulnerable about her struggles with bouts of depression and hopelessness in relation to her perimenopausal an...

2021-02-0954 min

Make Fit Happen What are Proteins, Carbohydrates and Fats?In this episode Jupe and Amanda reflect back to their episode on IIFYM. They previously went over the lifestyle of IIFYM and how to implement it, in this episode they go over specifically what are proteins, carbs and fats. They discuss what role each macronutrient plays in your body and why it’s important to have certain ratios of macros for weight loss, performance and strength. We hope this episode is informative and gives you the tools to make your own breakdown! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ...

2021-02-0756 min

Make Fit Happen I Just Want To Be Big And Strong And Lift F*cking HeavyWelcome back! In this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss the sport of powerlifting. They go over what it’s like to compete, what are the lifts performed, how they are judged and the rules that are followed. They also cover the various training programs followed and the nutrition that fuels it all. This episode is a great insight for anyone who has ever wanted to get into powerlifting! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: htt...

2021-02-041h 03

Make Fit Happen I’m going VeganHello fitfam! In this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss the pros and cons of switching to a vegan diet. They go over the different types of vegan diets and what they entail. This episode will paint a picture into why people choose to go vegan and what things you have to pay attention to if you decide this is the route for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-01-3148 min

Make Fit Happen Do You Even Lift Bro?Welcome back fit family! In this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss why weight lifting is essential to any health and fitness regime. They go over the different types of training routines/programs and which ones benefit performance for specific goals or styles of training. They also go over their own personal experiences with weight lifting, programs that have worked best for them and why they recommend weight training for everyone no matter your goal. This episode is chalk full of great information ! Don’t miss it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. htt...

2021-01-2850 min

Make Fit Happen How Does Technology Change Fitness?Welcome back fitfam! In this episode we focus on what are the positives and negatives of using technology in your health and fitness? Jupe and Amanda will discuss how technology affects their fitness and health goals and what can help you. They go over tracking apps, social media and how all of it can impact your goals and mental well being. We hope this episode interests you and you learn something new! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/m...

2021-01-2458 min

Make Fit Happen Relationships & FitnessWelcome back to the Make Fit Happen Podcast! In this episode Amanda & Jupe bring on their significant others in Matt and Katee to discuss their experiences with fitness and how it has affected their relationship. The 4 of them also discuss how fitness has helped them through breakups and make them better as people. This will be the first episode with guests and we hope you enjoy the conversation! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: h...

2021-01-2151 min

Make Fit Happen Is Fitness Racist?Welcome back my make fit happen family! On today’s episode Amanda and Jupe talk about how genetics and ethnicity play a role in what diseases one may be predisposed to and why this happens. They also talk about why athletes tend to be certain ethnicities and how to plays a role in your own personal health and fitness journey. This episode is short and sweet and we hope you all learn something new ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm...

2021-01-1836 min

Make Fit Happen Does Thy Have AESTHETICS?Welcome FitFam! In this episode Amanda and Jupe discuss their view point on bodybuilding and how it got started. They talk about the major influencers that stemmed from bodybuilding, the sacrifices and discipline it takes to become a bodybuilder and how the sport has influenced their fitness journeys. We hope you enjoy this discussion and as always Peace, Love & Protein! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2021-01-1456 min

Make Fit Happen Forming HabitsHello Fitness Family! Welcome back to Make Fit Happen! In this episode Jupe and Amanda go over Talking about why fitness and nutrition consists of a series of micro habits, why these habits are important, what steps to take and why forming these habits go further than just fitness and nutrition but correlate with living a better life. Amanda and Jupe talk about their personal experiences with forming habits in training and nutrition and how this has lead to taking those habits and applying it to their lives as a whole. They also go over books and YouTube channels they...

2021-01-1049 min

Make Fit Happen But Keto Doe!Hello Fitfam and welcome back to make fit happen! In this episode Jupe and Amanda talk about the ketogenic diet, where it came from, who is it for and who is it not for. They go over the scientific reasons keto is successful for weight loss but why the side effects can make it a nutrition plan that is not suited for everyone long term. Jupe and Amanda also go over their own personal experiences with keto and how it affected them, what type of success as well as failures they saw while following it. This will be one informative...

2021-01-0756 min

Make Fit Happen Shame, Shame, ShameWelcome back! In this episode of Make Fit Happen, Amanda and Jupe discuss shame. Fat shaming, skinny shaming and fit shaming. Social media and our access to a plethora of information has molded our view and perception of ourselves and others. We are constantly comparing and criticizing ourselves and others for how we appear. Amanda and Jupe go over how to overcome being shamed, have they ever been shamed and how to focus on loving the process instead of just worrying about the finished product. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://a...

2021-01-0448 min

Make Fit Happen So I’m Fat, Now What?Welcome back to Make Fit Happen! In this episode Jupe and Amanda discuss the struggles of loosing weight and keeping it off. Jupe asks Amanda about her experience of loosing 100lbs, the ups and downs she went through and the advice she has for people going through the same situation. Jupe and Amanda discuss their recommendations for training and nutrition for beginners trying to loose weight. They discuss how to stay motivated and how to break through plateaus, as well as how to maintain the weight you have lost. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! --- Th...

2020-12-311h 08

Make Fit Happen If it fits my macros (IIFYM) bro!In this weeks episode Jupe and amanda discuss what macros are, how did the IIFYM trend start, what is the benefits and disadvantages of doing a nutrition plan like this and of course their personal experiences. Thank you for tuning in and please enjoy this weeks episode of Make Fit Happen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makefithappen/support

2020-12-271h 06

Make Fit Happen Scrawny to BrawnyWelcome back to Make Fit Happen! This week Amanda and Jupe discuss the difficulties for those individuals who are looking to gain muscle and size, but have always been on the skinnier end of the spectrum. This episode highlights a lot of person triumphs and struggles that Jupe himself went through. Amanda and Jupe give their take on how to avoid some pitfalls, how genetics does play a role in one’s ability to gain muscle and they will discuss best training and nutrition strategies to help you succeed! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to mak...

2020-12-2754 min