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Golf STRONG PodcastEpisode 25 - Understanding The LevelsWe kick off with a quick nod to Ludvig Åberg’s latest win, but the real focus this week is on the brutal challenge of making it to the pro ranks. Peter breaks down why aspiring golfers need to understand the uphill battle sooner rather than later—and what it really takes to succeed at the highest level.******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf S...
2025-02-1926 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 24 - Motion is LotionOur latest episode focuses on the benefits of daily movement, how you can add it in and what might help to improve your consistency. Thanks for listening.Check out the links below to get in touch with us.******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf STRONG app: https://www.golfstrong.ie/golf-strong-appFind Golf STRONG on...
2025-02-0209 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 23 - Batten Down, Catch Up!We're back! For our first episode of 2025, Billy delves into the month of January at Golf STRONG and what we've bene up to. He also touches on our next wellness trip to Quinta Do Lago in March. Limited spaces remain for this! ******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf STRONG app: https://www.golfstrong.ie/golf-strong-appFind Golf STRON...
2025-01-2310 min
HealingUS PodcastThe Modern Man’s Path: Health, Sobriety, and Emotional Growth with Billy StahntenIn this episode of the HealingUs Podcast, Danny and Billy Stahnten dive into a heartfelt and inspiring conversation, confessing that they’re each other’s idols due to their shared admiration for helping others in the community. They discuss the importance of controlling your words, thoughts, and actions, and the simple goal of being a good person. Billy opens up about a life-changing moment when his wife found his father unresponsive due to undetected pneumonia. This health scare pushed Billy to shift his focus toward his own health—changing his eating habits, working out, and incorporating daily cold plunges, which...
2024-12-2433 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 22 - Interview with Irish GolferWe were delighted to welcome Ronan McNamara of the Irish Golfer Team to Douglas Golf Club this week.Peter and Ronan sat down to chat about Golf STRONG, winter training, the services we offer and who we cater for at our studios in Hermitage and Douglas. Along with this, other topics that are delved into include speed work and who should be doing it, structured practice, the programmes available on the Golf STRONG App. Our goal at Golf STRONG is for everyone , regardless of ability & training age to get moving, boost their fitness, we...
2024-11-2231 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 21 - Join the Q-SchoolThe (timely) focus of Episode 21 is Q-School. Given that many golf fans may not know the stages that are involved Peter takes us through it all today while offering his advice to anyone who has their sights set on it.Peter tells us about his experiences and what he learned from attending Q-School a number of times and also if he would change his approach. Best of luck to the Irish contingent competing today in the final round! Go well men!*********************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www...
2024-11-0819 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 20 - Golf STRONG Wellness TripFor Episode 20, Peter is joined by Keith Egan on the final day of Octobers Golf & Wellness Trip to Quinta do Lago. They chat through the structure of the trip, what the group got up to on a daily basis and what they took from it too. We have our next Golf & Wellness Trip scheduled for March 2025, so be sure to let us know if you are interested in joining us for what promises to be a brilliant experience. ******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_Strong
2024-10-3007 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 19 - Hot Port(rush)Peter is back and for Episode 19 the North of Ireland in Portrush features. From the conditions to errors to club choice, he gets through it all. Peter also gets to answer some of your questions he received on instagram. These questions varied from playing under pressure, to wedge shot swing thoughts to structuring practice. Thank you and please keep them coming!******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ie
2024-09-2521 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 18 - Give Us StrengthWith Peter competing at the North of Ireland this week in Portrush, Billy chats through the importance of strength training and how it can benefit you both on and off the course. He also gives some information of everything that is happening at Golf STRONG over the next few months so be sure to reach out today to see how you can get involved. **********************************************************************************Email: info@golfstrong.ieSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:
2024-09-2010 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 17 - Because You're (Went)Worth ItThe BMW PGA Championship tees off next week. As the flagship event for the DP Tour, it's always an exciting tournament with a stacked field. Peter played there last week, so no time like the present to chat through a few of the holes and hear all about the golf club itself , which lived up to the hype! ******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf STRONG app: ht...
2024-09-1012 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 16 - Need For SpeedThe topic of speed has gathered a lot of attention in recent times. With one eye on the off season, for episode 16 we get into the broad topic that of speed. We address areas such as at what point should golfers be training for speed, potential issues with chasing speed and when it comes to maximising performance - why it’s ball speed that is a more important metric than club head speed…******************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf...
2024-09-0515 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 15 - Third Time's A CharmFresh from victory at the Irish Mid Am in Tipperary Golf Club, Peter looks back on last weekend at takes us through his preparation and performances that resulted in taking home his 6th National Title. ******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf STRONG app: https://www.golfstrong.ie/golf-strong-appFind Golf STRONG on:Instagram: @golf_strong & @golfstrongapp & @gol...
2024-08-2810 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 14 - Autumn Leaves & Birdies PleaseWe have one eye on the off season…however there is still time to make the most of the next few weeks before we’re back to placing and counting stops. For episode 14, along with having a catch up on Peters season run in and how he’ll approach it, we chat how you can finish the season on a high, and how patience is a skill.We also chat about the habit that is ‘not scoring’ and a small bit about our next Golf & Wellness trip to Quinta do Lago. ******************************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTu...
2024-08-2116 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 13 - Golf STRONG Programming & How It can Help YouWith Peter away in Spain enjoying the finer things in life, Billy took the reigns and chats through what one can expect from the Golf STRONG Programmes. After giving a small bit about his background and touching on the importance of consistent training, he provides a breakdown of the Golf STRONG App and the programmes that are available in it. If you have any queries, get in touch! We are here to help you 'improve your game from the palm of your hand!'*******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.you...
2024-08-1414 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 12 - It's on the (Q)DLOur Golf & Wellness trip to Quinta do Lago is just around the corner. In October to finish out the season, we'll head to Portugal for 4 days for great weather and golf and fitness. In this episode, we chat through the trip and talk about what one can expect from the experience. To begin though, Peter chats about his weekend and getting some work done on the beaches of The Kingdom!******************************************************************************Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:
2024-07-2914 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 11 - Weekend RecapAfter a busy weekend of golf both in Troon & closer to home in Hermitage Golf Club, it's time for a recap! Peter chats through the carnage at The Open and another spectacular win for Xander whilst also analysing his own game and chatting about how he can build on some slight momentum gained over 2 rounds on Saturday. Thank you for listening.Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the...
2024-07-2212 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 10 - The Open 2024It's hard to believe the final major of the year is upon us! Let's make it a good one. Today, we delve into Peter's insights on links courses and how he prepares for competing on them. Along with this, Peter gives his thoughts on what makes a great links course. He also provides some tips for this years Open Championship in Troon. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_Strong Check out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ie Download the Golf...
2024-07-1710 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 9 - The Issue with 'Swing Your Swing'It’s a common topic in the golf world, and tends to split opinions. I this episode Peter elaborates on his thoughts on this that he made clear in Episode 7 which was followed up with some messages and comments from people who were on the fence, and others who were certainly on the same side as Peter. In any sense, Peter chats through the piece of advice that is heard all too often here. He also talks about the Scratch Cup and Xanders win in Valhalla. Enjoy!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: htt...
2024-05-2117 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 8 - Looking Back, Moving ForwardAfter competing at the Irish Amateur Open Championship in Sligo last week, Peter O'Keeffe & Keith Egan sit down to talk about the tournament itself, their performances and what they learned as they move towards the East of Ireland in June. They also look back at the Munster Stroke Play and Peter gives an update of how he feels his swing change is developing and ho he achieves calmness on the course. With the Douglas Scratch Cup teeing up this weekend, the lads talk about how playing tournaments at their home course can be a great examination. ...
2024-05-1724 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 7 - Different Strokes For Different FolksFresh from the Munster Stroke Championship, Peter goes through the competition from his perspective. He talks about what went well, and what didn’t go so well…Peter chats through the mental side of the game and where he felt he struggled last weekend, and what he’ll look to improve on this week in the lead up to the Irish Am that tee’s off in Co. Sligo!Along with touching on why you need to ignore the ‘swing your swing’ tip…Peter looks back at his Rocky style golf camps which he...
2024-05-0714 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 6 - On To The Next OneThe Munster Stroke Play Championship tees off on May 4th at Cork Golf Club. After a slight recap on the Masters tournament, Peter chats all about his training and preparation in the lead up. This includes tweaks he's currently making to his swing, in which he goes into detail here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_StrongCheck out the Golf STRONG website:https://www.golfstrong.ieDownload the Golf STRONG app: https://apps.apple.com/ie/app/golf...
2024-04-2520 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 5 - The Masters SpecialHere we go! The Masters is upon us and we are excited. For Episode 5, the Golf STRONG team sit down and discuss the tournament. Peter & Keith share their favourite memories, what makes it special for them, who the smart money is on and much more!The lads Masters knowledge is seriously put to the test too, with the loser being rewarded with a forfeit that is tbc. Peter and Keith also tell us what's on the menu for their Champions Dinner, if they ever do get to don the infamous green jacket.
2024-04-0922 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 4- The Best of the WestWelcome to Episode 4 of the Golf STRONG Podcast. Peter sits down with The Best of the West of Ireland - Keith Egan, who was victorious last week after putting in top class performances to come out on top. Congratulations Keith!During their chat, Peter and Keith discuss preparation, mindset, the field and the finer details, which may prove crucial with the upcoming Irish Amateur Open championship, returning to Sligo in a few weeks time!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_Strong
2024-04-0820 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 3 - Fresh from The WestAnother championship in the bank, and unfortunately it wasn't to be for Peter this time round. However, with a long summer ahead, Peter draws on the positives and took a lot of learnings from this years West of Ireland Championship. Peter talks through his rounds and chats through what he'll take with him into his preparation for his next competition. As hungry as ever, it's exciting to have the ball rolling on the 2024 season! Don't forget to follow us on all Golf STRONG platforms - click on the links below to do so now.
2024-04-0217 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 2 - The (Wild) West of Ireland ChampionshipIt’s a tournament steeped in history and also one which has been won by Padraig Harrington, Shane Lowry & Rory McIlroy (back to back) over the years.Peter sits down and chats all about the tournament that he has been competing in since he was a teenager. He goes through his memories from the course, certain holes to watch out for and also his preparation leading into the event. Enjoy!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@Golf_Strong
2024-03-2614 minGolf STRONG PodcastEpisode 1 - The Story Behind Golf STRONGWelcome to the Golf STRONG Podcast…we’re Live!It’s been a long time coming. For Episode 1 of the Golf STRONG Podcast, Founder Peter O’Keeffe chats to co-host Billy O’Regan about the story behind the brand. Peter takes us back to how he came across the game that has taken him on an amazing journey, from hitting balls with a wooden driver to teeing it up on the Challenge tour!He talks about growing up on a golf course and how the environment has shaped his playing style, his entrepr...
2024-03-2621 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#134 - 2 Dopes, Doping out Billy Wilder, Great Hollywood Filmmaker | Alternate ShotsTune in to hear all about Billy Wilder, a True Great Hollywood Filmmaker - who defied All The Odds !!!
2024-03-2626 min
The Left Wing Back PodcastMy accreditor ghosted me - Carlow v Laois breakdown with Billy O'Loughlin - Club Leagues - Camogie - Ladies FootballOn this weeks show we address the difficulty we faced this past week in gaining Media access to O'Moore Park.We dissect where the wheels came off the wagon for Carlow against Laois with Billy O'Loughlin.We give the results and fixtures of the newly formed Carlow Football Leagues as well as Camogie and Ladies Football.We discuss the topic of getting access to players and management for interviews.Ciaran Cunningham breaking the internet.We look at the process of selecting inter county managers.And much more!
2024-02-1844 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#113 - 2 Dopes doping out The Harmon Family Tree - PART 2 w Billy Harmon | Alternate ShotsMore great stories from Billy Harmon - Part 2. Watch for The Rope.
2023-11-2026 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#114 - 2 Dopes doping out "The Harmon Family Tree" PART 3 w Billy Harmon | Alternate ShotsMore great stories from the vast world of Golf - the Harmon Family Tree - Part 3 with Billy Harmon. Plus a bit about "The Robin & Bill Harmon Recovery Foundation".
2023-11-2018 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#112 2 Dopes doping out the Harmon Family Tree w Billy Harmon, Part 1 | Alternate ShotsCheck out how Claude destroyed Sam Snead wit "the rope". The Harmon Family Tree | Part 2 with Billy Harmon.
2023-11-1926 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#100 - Regan v Rumford v Newman - "Let's Do This" w Michael Breed - PART 2 | Alternate ShotsMichael Breed takes apart Billy's long putting game. It's invincible.
2023-11-1421 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#100 - Regan v Rumford v Newman - "Let's Do This" w Michael Breed - PART 2 | Alternate ShotsWho is better Billy Regan or Brett Rumford (Who is Brett Rumford?) or Paul Newman?
Tune in to the Most Positive Man in GOLF - Michael Breed, Part 2.
2023-11-0825 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#79 - 2 Dopes, Doping Out the 2023 Ryder Cup w Billy Harmon | Alternate ShotsBilly Harmon delivers great perspectives on the Ryder Cup. Which Player's Stock will be Rising after the Ryder Cup. Does the Ball really matter in "Foursomes"?
2023-09-2746 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#69 - Billy Regan, Steve Elkington, Johnny Revolta & Bobby Jones - SHORT Game Tips | Alternate ShotsCheck out these amazing Short Game Tips from the Greats -
- Billy Regan on putting from 100 Yards Out - his brother Neil was comfy putting from 186 Yards away.....
- Steve Elkington, Johnny Revolta & Bobby Jones on BUNKER Play
- Notice the 'nod' to the Greatest Short Game of All Time - Claude Harmon
Enjoy this highly informational & instructional short.
2023-08-1405 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep# 51 Billy Harmon Best Golfer Stories - PART 2 | Alternate ShotsPart 2
Take a listen to the Best of Billy Harmon Stories! A range of stories from Craig Wood to Ben Hogan to Sam Snead to Bob Goalby to Jimmy Demaret to Greg Norman to Phil Mickelson to Payne Stewart to Jack Nicklaus to Tom Watson to Ray Floyd to Gary Player to Tiger Woods. All MAJOR Winners. Love the Scottie Scheffler Story! Really love the Jeff Sluman and Dave Marr Stories!!
2023-04-2733 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep# 50 Billy Harmon Best Golf Stories - PART 1 | Alternate ShotsPart 1
Take a listen to the Best of Billy Harmon Stories! A range of stories from Craig Wood to Ben Hogan to Sam Snead to Bob Goalby to Jimmy Demaret to Greg Norman to Phil Mickelson to Payne Stewart to Jack Nicklaus to Tom Watson to Ray Floyd to Gary Player to Tiger Woods. All MAJOR Winners. Love the Scottie Scheffler Story! Really love the Jeff Sluman and Dave Marr Stories!!1
2023-04-2728 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#44 - Billy Harmon Part 3 - Winged Foot's humble contribution to the Game of Golf | Alternate ShotsBilly talks about the impact Winged Foot has had on the Game of Golf - through it's Professionals / the Instructors who flourish from The Harmon Tree. Quite a Lineup from Winged Foot Golf Club -- Craig Wood, Claude Harmon, Jackie Burke, Dave Marr, Tom Nieporte, Mike Gilmore, Alicia D
2023-04-0237 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep# 42 - Billy Harmon is Back to Talk, Masters, Best Practices by The Best Instructors and some Psychology Tips | Alternate ShotsTune in to AN AWESOME chat with Billy Harmon. This is PART 1 - more juicy episodes to follow. Billy punches each story in the knees...he will make you laugh, he will make you think...We wait with great anticipate for the 2023 Masters while watching the Final Round of the AUGUSTA NATIONAL Women's Amateur. Wow!
2023-04-0135 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep# 41 - Bob & Billy talking - THE MASTERS - the Greatest Sporting Event | Alternate ShotsBob & Billy recount shots, Azaleas, Dogwoods, undulations and personal remembrances from Augusta National. Where does Augusta and Winged Foot compare? It's Springtime and Easter when you can see the bloom of the Azaleas.
2023-03-3130 min
Alternate Shots - Golf, Poker, Horse Racing, Classic Movies +Ep#14 "Sending it" with Billy Harmon (Part 3), Winged Foot Honorary Member | Alternate ShotsBilly Harmon -- "Inside the Ropes". Send it on "Firethorn" -- #15 at Augusta...He tells about making the hard decisions On and Off the Course. Jump in and get a glimpse of Billy's Awesome Life!
2023-02-1623 min
The Irish Rally PodcastS3 Episode #23 - Killarney Historics - Forestry Recap - Billy Coleman Award News & MoreIn this episode we look back at the Killarney Historics Rally. We also reflect on the 2022 Forestry Championship giving a full rundown on the class winners, while The Billy Coleman Award Winner has been announced!We have a selection of interviews with Niall Burns, Kevin Eves, Patrick O'Brien and Tommy Commane while Ivan Hurley gives us a class rundown from Killarney Historics.Shoutout to SVS Productions and 3rock.ie
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2022-12-0758 min
Be Ready Training PodcastEpisode 52 - Jazz CarlinFor Episode 52, I was joined by Olympian Jazz Carlin. Jazz is a former Team GB & Welsh swimmer, who is no stranger to the podium! Jazz announced herself on the world stage in 2009, when she won her first senior medal the World Championships in Rome. From there she kicked on and was so close to qualifying for the London Olympics in 2012, only to miss out due to illness. This disappointment stoked the fire, making Jazz even more determined. Her hard work and dedication paid off, winning 2 Silver Medals at Rio 2016!During our chat, Jazz gives great i...
2022-12-0250 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 51 - Conor DalyConor Daly is a Strength & Conditioning coach currently based with Essendon Bombers in the AFL. Throughout his career to date, Conor has worked with a number top level clubs in various sports including Rugby Union and Rugby League. His first stop many moons ago was Auckland in New Zealand where he got the ball rolling on working with pro athletes before moving to Australia which led Conor to taking up a position with the Melbourne Rebels. He then moved to the Manly Sea Eagles, spending 5 years there before taking on a new challenge in the AFL. Conor now heads up...
2022-10-1649 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 50 - Shane LehaneI was thrilled to have Athletic Performance coach Shane Lehane on the podcast for Episode 50. Shane is currently based with AFL team Sydney Swans and has been working in professional sport for well over a decade. Throughout his career to date, Shane has worked with Leicester Tigers before moving to Australia in 2015 where he was lead Strength & Conditioning coach with Super 15 side Melbourne Rebels for 7 seasons. Shane was also Strength Coach for the Australian squad for the 2020 Bledisloe Cup.During this podcast, some topics Shane chats about include;The Season to DateWork Life Ba...
2022-06-061h 09Be Ready Training PodcastEPSIODE 49 - Tom ColemanSleep Coach & Health Scientist Tom Coleman joins me for Episode 49. Tom has been working in the Health & Wellness industry for over a decade. He works closely with multinationals and a variety of sports teams where he focuses on helping them with their sleep & managing fatigue as a whole. He is incredibly knowledgeable and has so much to share in areas such as stress, the breath, nutrition and of course the fascinating topic of sleep.During this podcast Tom chats about; Leaning into the day Relentlessness Stress & how it affects the brain Vision Co...
2022-02-2859 min
The All or Nothing Podcast with Billy MooreEpisode 53 - Billy Moore meets Philip ReganThe Queen of Scottie Road, Philip Regan, who became an over night sensation with his catchphrase ‘times are hard and friends are few’ tells his heartbreaking but humorous story of perseverance and being a gay man growing up on the hard streets of Liverpool.
2022-01-151h 03Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 48 - Ian JonesIan Jones is an Irish strength & conditioning coach who has done it all to date and shows no sign of slowing down! Ian began coaching in his teens where he kicked off his career looking after variety of athletes from sports including hockey, football and hurling. After completing an internship in the USA he spent a year with London Welsh who played in the English Premiership at the time, Following this he returned to the States and has since spent the best part of the last 10 years working there with the likes of Penn State, US Eagles Wo...
2021-12-101h 07
The Athlete's AdvantageBusiness, Internships and Robustness with Billy O'Regan - Petey Performance Podcast #33Episode 33 of The Petey Performance Podcast is with S&C coach and all around businessman, Billy O'Regan.
We chat all things coaching, S&C, internships, robustness, sandbag carries and switching off. We even found time to preview the 3rd test between British & Irish Lions and the Springboks, from the comfort of our armchairs.
2021-08-071h 14Be Ready Training PodcastEpisode 47 - Joan HealyJoan Healy is as dedicated as they come. Joan is an Irish runner specialising in the 60 meter sprint. Over the years, Joan has shone on the track to the point where she is now 4th on the all time Irish list for the 60 meter indoor event, which she ran in a blazing 7.31 seconds in 2020!It’s been an extremely challenging 18 months for Joan, who has suffered a number of debilitating injuries. This meant she missed out on World Relays last March, and also put a halt to her Tokyo Olympic hopes, however these concerns are now behind her...
2021-07-261h 04Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 46 - ANITA O'BRIENAnita O'Brien is a physiotherapist based in Dublin, Ireland. Anita runs her own practice which caters for the general population and athletes from a large variety of sports including tennis, golf, GAA and Rugby.Anita is also the physiotherapist with the Dublin Ladies Footballers and for the last 4 years, which includes 3 all Ireland wins! During this episode, Anita chats about her experience and journey to date, setting up her business , common injures she has been seeing of late, managing athletes, the importance of hip mobility, tips for returning to the gym and more! Enjoy!
2021-07-0441 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 45 - CONOR LYDENConor Lyden is Founder and CEO of Trustap, a transaction platform that acts as a safety net for customers when they want to buy or sell online. Conor founded Trustap in 2017 and has since gone from strength to strength to the point where today Trustap operates in over 135 countries! During this time Conor has built a team all focused on the common goal of protecting consumers from being scammed and ensuring an efficient payment process. Throughout our chat, Conor chats about how he thought up the idea of Trustap and how it has evolved over the last number of...
2021-05-1259 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 44 - ROB CASSIDYAthletic Development Coach Rob Cassidy was my guest for Episode 44. Rob has an abundance of experience working with youth athletes in both GAA and Rugby. He is currently head strength & conditioning coach with Roscrea Senior Cup Team and Young Munster RFC where he has been for 4 seasons. In addition to this, Rob was also involved with Irish Clubs side which he provides great insight into during our chat!Some other topics Rob talks about were his journey to date, interning in Connaught alongside Pat Lam, contact preparation and rehab, winning a Senior Cup with Roscrea and the s...
2021-04-161h 05Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 43 - DAVID MEYLERDavid Meyler joins the podcast this week for Episode 43!The former Republic of Ireland captain is a warrior, who during his 12 year career in top flight football, played with Sunderland, Hull, Reading & Coventry where he put his body on the line week by week as he marshalled the midfield. This man wears his heart on his sleeve and is as honest as they come! During this Chat, David takes us back to the beginning of his journey where he talks about his upbringing, signing for Sunderland as a teenager, adapting to life in the premier league, flourishing at Hull, sc...
2021-04-031h 48Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 42 - PAUL GALLAGHERPaul Gallagher has been in working in the retail industry in Ireland for over 35 years. Paul and his business partner Sunil Shah are owners of Shuz 4 U. Shuz 4 U is a business that holds the retail franchise for Skechers in Ireland & Northern Ireland. They operate 20 stores countrywide and manage a workforce of over 250 people. I first met Paul in 2017 where he immediately struck me as a man who works hard, lives life to the fullest and loves a challenge! During this episode Paul tells us about digging deep in the recent 4x4x48 challenge, takes us through h...
2021-03-2842 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 42 - PAUL GALLAGHERPaul Gallagher is Managing Director of Skechers Ireland. Paul has been in the Retail Industry for over 35 years working his way through the ranks and now owns and operate the Skechers Franchise in Ireland & Northern Ireland where he has 20 stores and leads a staff of over 250 people. I first met Paul in 2017 where he immediately struck me as a man who lives life to the fullest and works harder than most! During this episode tells us about digging deep in his recent physical challenge, takes us through his career to date, provides excellent advice on effective leadership, communication a...
2021-03-2642 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 41 - SARAH LAVINSarah Lavin is an Irish athlete & physiotherapist hailing from County Limerick. Sarah specialises in the 100 meter hurdles and over the last few years has earned a long list of achievements on the track that include being a silver medal at the 2013 European Junior Championships, a bronze medal at the European Youth Olympics and more recently taking 4th place in the World University Games 100 meter hurdles! Additionally, Sarah set a lifetime best of 8.06sec in the 60meter hurdles competing in Torun, Poland at the European Indoor Championships this year!During this podcast, Sarah provides great insight into her year...
2021-03-121h 11Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 40 - JACK MAGUIREJack Maguire is an Irish professional MMA fighter and the current Cage Legacy Featherweight Champion. Jack is co-owner of MMA Cork, a gym that is based in Blackpool specialising in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. He has represented his country on three different occasions at the IMMAF World & European Championships. Jack is a brilliant character, excellent coach and it goes without saying, a top class fighter who has over 15 MMA fights to date. As laid back as they come, Jack takes us down memory lane where he describes his journey to date, growing up in Cork and ul...
2021-03-051h 23Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 39 - SEAN KINANESean Kinane is a Sports Performance Specialist, Nutritional Advisor and Nutritional Therapist from Dublin. He launched his company, Health Matters 10 years ago. Health Matters is a scientifically driven company dedicated to performance testing, metabolic assessments and health related programmes.Sean has a huge passion for sports performance and health development which is obvious immediately upon chatting to him. Sean works closely with a huge variety of people from all walks of life including the general fitness enthusiasts, high level competitors, MMA, field sport and endurance athletes and many more. To date Sean has conducted almost 10,000 Vo2 Max...
2021-02-261h 54Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 38 - PETER McCABEPeter McCabe is a professional rugby player currently playing with the Bristol Bears in the Gallagher Premiership. Peter made his professional rugby debut with Munster in 2016 before moving to Connaught in 2017 playing in both the Pro14 & Champions Cup. During this podcast, Peter chats openly about his experience growing up playing ball in his school CBC Cork and then University College Cork, his journey through to the professional ranks,main influences, scrummaging, coping with injury and more! Enjoy the chat!Be sure to check out https://www.thecoffeex.ie where you can avail of a...
2021-02-1842 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 37 - GREG BENNETTGreg Bennett (@gb_coaching) is an Irish strength & conditioning coach, hurler, PE teacher & tutor with Setanta College hailing from Dublin.He has worked with numerous hurling & GAA teams over the year's including the Dublin senior hurlers. Greg has a wealth of knowledge particularly useful for field sport athletes. Greg takes us through his journey to date, which included a soccer scholarship to USA in 2000, his main influences, training vs training to perform, field sport conditioning, coaching youths and much more.Enjoy!Check out www.thecoffeex.ie to avail of your 15% discount off your first m...
2021-02-121h 06Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 36 - DAN JOHNI was honoured to be joined by the Godfather of Strength & Conditioning this week. Dan John is a hugely entertaining, straight talking, no nonsense, world-renowned, strength and conditioning coach currently living in the USA but no stranger to Ireland as you’ll find out!Dan’s achievements as an athlete include holding the American Record for the Weight Pentathlon, setting an NCAA record in Discus Throwing and still competes in Olympics Lifting to this day. In addition to being the author of 14 books to date, Dan is widely known for his coaching successes and his lecturing in the University of M...
2021-02-041h 05Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 35 - BEN BURNS & CIARAN GAFFNEY OF THE COFFEE EXCHANGEFounders of The Coffee Exchange, Ben Burns & Ciaran Gaffney join me this week to tell the story behind their start up business that launched at the beginning of the pandemic in 2020. The Coffee Exchange, is an online marketplace which has your favourite coffee and brewing equipment available for order and delivery ensuring you will always have your caffeine fix! It is the first coffee marketplace in Ireland offering an alternative revenue stream for Irish roasters!Ben & Ciaran chat about the brand, how sourcing your coffee beans is now more accessible and h...
2021-01-241h 02Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 34 - EOIN CADOGANDual star Eoin Cadogan has been played inter county football & hurling with Cork for 14 years & counting!He has earned Munster titles in both Hurling and Football, an All Ireland medal, represented Ireland in the International Rules series in Australia and continues to lead from the front with his club Douglas and Cork hurlers to this day. Eoin gives excellent insight into his upbringing, mindset, what sport has done for him both on and off the field and what he feels has helped him perform at the top level for so long. He talks openly about the highs o...
2021-01-151h 10Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 33 - ANNA CAPLICEAnna Caplice is an Irish international rugby player who currently plays with Harlequins in the UK. As tough as they come, Anna played for the Irish Sevens team in 2015 before breaking into the full Ireland squad the year after, earning 14 caps and scoring two tries to date. Anna also represented the Barbarians in the Principality Stadium versus Wales in 2019. During our chat, Anna chats about how she has made the most of the pandemic, her upbringing and introduction to Rugby and career to date, hopping the wall in Thomond Park to watch Munster, keeping up in college, g...
2021-01-071h 12Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 32 - ALAN DINEENAlan Dineen is a Strength & Conditioning coach currently based in Cork, Ireland. Along with personal training, group sessions and online coaching, Alan is currently pursuing his Master’s degree. Having played basketball & more recently transferring to coaching it, Alan has been representing Ireland in Wheelchair Rugby for the last 6 years. He is also a founding member of the Rebel Wheelers, an organisation dedicated to empowering youths with physical limitations. Throughout our chat, Alan tells us about his own journey to date, current topics he’s looking into, the importance of breaking down barriers, the importance of cueing, playing with Irel...
2020-12-0345 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 31 - ALAN KENNYAlan Kenny is currently Head of Science & Education at Glanbia & Performance Nutritionist with the Roscommon GAA team. Prior to this, Alan spent 3 years in Canada where he worked as Head of Nutrition & Exercise at Preventum Health in Vancouver BC. Alan also completed an internship in EXOS Arizona where he worked alongside American Football players hoping to make it to the NFL. As knowledgable as they come, Alan gives great insight on how to alter your behaviour around food choices to assist you in enhancing your life & fitness goals. Alan also chats about his role with Roscommon GAA, tells us whe...
2020-11-1253 min
Jochum Strength PodcastEpisode 64 - Billy O'Regan - The Crawl KingThis week we have on the podcast the Crawl King himself, Billy O'Regan. As the title mentions, Coach O'Regan is an expert in all things contact prep and that is what we dive into with him on this podcast. What contact prep is, how he implements and progresses and the results he has been seeing. If you work with any field based athletes this is a podcast for you!
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2020-11-0258 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 30 - PATRICK CARROLLPhysiotherapist Patrick Carrol (MSc,BSc) joins me this week! Patrick studied Sport & Exercise science which led him to working as a Strength & Conditioning coach and Personal Trainer coach in Melbourne, Australia. During this time, Patricks interest lay with assisting injured people back to full health which resulted in him completing an Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of Essex. Patrick spent 5years working in both private practice & NHS in the UK before setting up is his own clinic in Ballincollig Co.Cork During chat, Patrick touches on many topics including his journey to date, culture shock going from a...
2020-09-081h 00Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 29 - JODY KENNEDYJody Kennedy is as unique as they come. Currently based in Dublin, Jody is a health & wellness practitioner who delivers corporate wellness workshops & seminars focusing on movement, the art of breathing, meditation & ancestral health. Throughout this episode some of the topics Jody chats about include army life & self understanding, plant medicines, meditation, the power of the breath & his nutritional philosophy! Enjoy!
2020-09-021h 26Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 28 - JOHN RYANJohn Ryan is an International rugby player currently playing with Munster and Ireland. He made his Munster debut in 2011 and now has over 150 caps to his name. Having earned his call up to the Ireland squad in 2016, he won his first cap shortly after vs Canada and has been a consistent feature in the Irish squad since. A grand slam winner in 2018, John was also picked for the Rugby World Cup in 2019 in Japan. Throughout our chat, John gives great insight into his journey to date, coaches he’s worked under, how he prepares for the demands of international ru...
2020-07-3059 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 27 - LEE KIRKLee Kirk (UKSCA, NSCA, BSc) is currently the Head of Strength & Conditioning with the mens Rugby Union and Golf at the University of Exeter. Lee started his career as a personal trainer and has since worked across of an array of sports at the top level including English Premiership Rugby, GB Paralympics and England B1 football. Additionally, Lee makes up half of the Methodical Movement Systems which is an online platform offering excellent training advice and guidance to the masses. Throughout this episode Lee talks about his career to date, how he trains his athletes, ho he deals w...
2020-07-221h 01Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 26 - P.J DUNDASSP.J Dundass (MSc, BBS, CSCS) is a Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Exeter & co-founder of Methodical Movement Systems (@MethodicalMS) a top class online platform providing high quality training & physical preparation to athletes and non athletes looking to enhance their performance and physical abilities. Along with consulting with the Gilbraltar Netball team, PJ has worked with athletes from multiple disciplines including rugby, cricket, NHL & NFL. Throughout this podcast, PJ gives excellent insight into his internships in Westside Barbell & EXOS, his current roles, his coaching philosophy, the importance of culture, running a business and a lot more! Enjoy !
2020-07-111h 13Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 25 - CLAIRE MCLAUGHLINIrish international back row Claire McGlaughlin was this week's guest on the Be Ready Training Podcast! Claire Hails from County Antrim in Northern Ireland and is currently working in the Accident & Emergency department of the Ulster hospital in Belfast. Claire takes us through her career to date, gives insight into an ankle injury she is currently dealing with, talks about her training sessions, what she is working on to improve her game, her daily nutrition and the list goes on! Enjoy!
2020-06-2650 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 24 - GAVIN DEMPSEYI was delighted to be joined by Gavin Dempsey this week. Gavin is currently working in Edinburgh, Scotland as academy physiotherapist with Edinburgh Rugby and the Scottish U-18 national team. Over the last 7 years Gavin has worked predominantly in Rugby but has experience with soccer and hockey also. He spent 3 years in London Wasps before taking up a role in the infamous Loughborough University. Throughout this chat , Gavin tells us why he has a bone to pick with Ross Edgely, hamstring injuries, the importance of culture and gives his thoughts on returning to sport after the long lay off! E...
2020-06-191h 10Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 23 - DONNACHA MULCAHYDonnacha Mulcahy is a lecturer in Strength & Conditioning in LIT, Thurles. He is also the current Strength & Conditioning Coach for Glen Rovers and Christians Brothers College Senior Cup Team. Additionally, Donnacha is pursuing a PhD which he elaborates on throughout our chat where he also gives insight also into his career to date which includes an internship in Connaught Rugby where he worked for some time alongside Coach Pat Lam. I hear from Donnacha what is vital to make an impact as a coach and how effective communication can be a determining factor. Donnacha also chats about how he...
2020-06-1256 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 22 - PHIL HEALYI was buzzing to have Irish International sprinter Phil Healy join me on the podcast this week! Phil is an unbelievable athlete and current holder of the Irish 100m & 200m records, along with the 200m indoor record which she broke earlier this year - a phenomenal achievement! Phil currently stands in 27th place in the world rankings!Phil is an extremely hard worker and completely driven both in terms of her academics and athletic career which shines through during our chat. Phil talks about her current training schedule, what her gym sessions consist of, tips for battling n...
2020-06-0442 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 21 - CAOIMHE MORRISCaoimhe Morris is the Head of Education & Learning with Deely Sports Science, McMullen Cup & Vinnie Murray Plate winning coach with Mount Temple SCT & has just taken up a role with the Rugby Academy Ireland. During out chat, Caoimhe takes us through her career to date, her networking tips and gives her opinion on what will help you stand out as a coach. Caoimhe also talks about some injuries she has had to deal with over the last few years and provides some suggestions for webinars we should be checking out! Enjoy!
2020-05-2953 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 20 - CONOR MURRAYConor Murray is Ireland's best ever scrum half. A man who oozes class, he has been producing world class performances for both club & country for years. Throughout this podcast, Conor takes us back to his youth and his time in St. Munchins College, where he began his journey to becoming the player he is today. Conor gives us insight into his current training schedule, daily habits to ensure he's at his best, a typical week in camp during the 6 nations, touring with the Lions and the challenge of making the perfect Sourdough! Enjoy!
2020-05-211h 34Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 19 - MIKE CARROLLMike Carroll is an Irish Strength & Conditioning coach currently living in Irvine, California. Mike has been working with Athletes since 2010, however his current work is predominantly focused on the physical preparation of both amateur and professional golfers. Throughout this episode, Mike provides me with excellent insight into how he started and built his online business, how he trains his athletes, the main injuries he comes across and much more. Thank you for listening! Enjoy!
2020-05-151h 26Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 18 - KATE MCDAIDKate McDaid is the owner of NutriKate, a high performance nutrition consultancy based here in Ireland. Although Kate has and continues to work with professional sports teams and athletes she also works with the general population who are looking to optimise their health and is no stranger to the corporate world. Kate is also an lecturer in Applied Nutrition at TUD. Sports mad, Kate has previously captained the Irish basketball team and she continues to play basketball competitively in the Super League with recent National League winners Trinity Meteors. Enjoy!
2020-05-0747 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 17 - JOSEPH SATTJoe Satt is currently Head of Athletic Development in Haileybury College, Hertfordshire. He joined me this week to discuss his career to date, Long Term Athletic Development, how he ended up interning with Eddie Jones and so much more! Be sure to reach out to Joe to further discuss his coaching philosophies and framework he has installed with the 800 pupils in Haileybury College! Not an easy feat by any stretch of the imagination. Thank you Joe!
2020-05-0154 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 16 - KEIR WENHAM-FLATTKeir Wenham-Flatt is a world class strength coach currently based in the College of William & Mary, Virginia. Keir has almost ten years of experience in Rugby at elite level working with London Wasps, Sydney Roosters and Toshiba in Japan. He also helped Argentina reach the Semi Final stage of the World Cup in 2015 in Twickenham. Keir being Keir, he sourced a new challenge and switched sports to American Football in 2017 and moved to the University of Richmond, Virginia to link up with the Richmond Spiders before moving on to his current post. As entertaining as ever, Keir touches on...
2020-04-221h 43Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 15 - NICK ELLEMSAthletic Development coach Nick Ellems works out of the O2 Performance Facility on the Sunshine Coast in Australia. Working mainly with youth athletes, Nick tells me how he structures his sessions, how he keeps his athletes engaged, common issues he sees and also the queues he uses in fundamental movements. Enjoy!
2020-04-1240 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 14 - STEPHEN CASEYStephen Casey has been working in the fitness industry for the last fifteen years. He is currently the Strength & Conditioning coach for both Blackrock Senior and Blarney Premier Intermediate hurling teams.Stephen has played a big part in Cork hurling after spending 3 years as the S&C with Cork Minors (2017), U21s (2018) and most recently U20s (2019). Throughout this episode , Steve covers an array of topics and gives great insight into how he trains his athletes. He goes into load monitoring, training the hamstrings and who he'd choose to go to war with! Enjoy!
2020-04-0959 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 13 - JOHN POLANDJohn Poland is a top class scrum half who signed with the New England Freejacks in the MLR this season. John gives us great insight into life in the MLR , the differences he came across after playing his rugby in Ireland for his entire career up to this point, how he found balancing college & training full time with Munster and lastly why he has a bone to pick with Ma'a Nonu!
2020-04-0146 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 12 - TOMAS QUINLANTomás Quinlan is a professional rugby player from Ireland who signed with the Colorado Raptors in the MLR for their 2020 season. Previous to this, he spent a year in the South of France playing with Narbonne. He also represented Ireland in the U-20 World Cup in 2015 where he made a huge impact after his touch line conversion to steal victory at the death vs Argentina. He enjoyed an excellent season in 2017 before heading to France with Cork Constitution where he picked up a number of trophies including the AIL. During this episode , Tomas breaks us some news before f...
2020-03-2154 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 11 - SAV CASTLESSav was a semi-professional soccer player turned performance development specialist in Atlanta, Georgia. Sad works with high school, collegiate and pro athletes across a number of sports. Throughout our chat, Sav talks about coaching youth athletes, injuries she sees in Basketball and speed development. Enjoy!
2020-03-1824 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 10 - CHLOE WATKINSChloe Watkins has achieved an incredible amount so far in her career. Along with her World Cup Runners-Up Medal, Chloe has won plenty of silverware at club level here in Ireland and also abroad where she played with Club De Campo in Spain & HC Bloemendaal in the Netherlands! Some recent achievements include helping Ireland to qualify for the Olympics in Tokyo this summer! Throughout our chat, Chloe goes into detail on how she and her teammates prepare both in the gym and on the pitch to meet the demands of international hockey, her approach to nutrition, her recovery routine...
2020-03-0742 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 9 - TERRENCE KENNELLTK has been working with the Houston Astros as their Physical Preparation coach for the last two years. Prior to this, he was coaching in the UK with Richmond Rugby and has also spent time working in Toshiba, Japan! Throughout our chat, TK takes us through the challenges he's faced in his career to date, gives us insight into working in Baseball and explains why 'comfort is poison'! Enjoy!
2020-03-0154 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 8 - RUTH BENSONRuth is currently undertaking her PhD on 'Socio-ecological and geospatial mapping of suicide and self-harm clustering' in University College Cork. During our chat, Ruth shares her knowledge on topics such including anxiety ,depression and mental skills.
2020-02-2036 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 7 - AMY MCGUIREAlong with pursuing a PhD, Amy McGuire is an excellent Sports Nutrition and Physiology Lecturer in LIT & Setanta College and the Performance Nutritionist with Tipperary GAA. Amy is also a proud business owner of Le Studio in Thurles where she coaches. During this episode Amy shares a wealth of information on the value of measuring progress, fuelling athletes, caffeine as a performance enhancer & much more! Enjoy!
2020-02-1840 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 6 - SCOTT KUEHNScott takes us behind the scenes at William & Mary by giving insight into the high performance model in place in the college. He discusses his coaching philosophy, his role and how he helps athletes reach their potential. He also chats about the characteristics that he wants to see in any intern working under him. Enjoy!
2020-01-231h 06Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 5 - JONNY HOLLANDEpisode 5 was action packed from the get go as Jonny breaks some important news, brings us up to date on fuelling the athlete and takes us behind the scenes of professional rugby!
2020-01-2050 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 4 - DAVID GILLICKDavid Gillick is a record breaking Irish 400mtr Runner who competed in the Olympics in 2008 and 2-time winner of the European Indoor Championships (2005 & 2007). Throughout this episode he takes us through the ups and downs of his career, provides us with his favourite meals, and gives us great insight on how to help with our nutrition & mental health. Enjoy!
2020-01-1746 minBe Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 3 - WILL FLEURYWill Fleury is a professional MMA fighter from Dublin. In this episode I hear how Will's journey to Bellator began, injuries he has suffered along the way and how he copes with the mental and physical strain of a combat sports!
2020-01-161h 04Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 2 - JAMES KEAYAlong with hearing about James Keays journey to his current position as Head of Athletic Development in Wellington School, he talks about the LTAD model in place there, the challenges of working across for multiple sports and how he prepared his U-18 rugby team who are in the semi-final of the National Vase Schools Cup very soon. We also discuss our internship in the College of William & Mary, Virginia and what we took from the experience. I hope you enjoy.
2020-01-121h 12
Be Ready Training PodcastEPISODE 1 - VICTOR RABEIVictor Rabei is a professional boxer living in Dublin, Ireland. In this Episode of the Be Ready Training Podcast, I quiz Victor on why he chose this path. Victor talks about his journey from amateur boxing all the way through to where he is today as the BUI Celtic Champion. Enjoy!
2020-01-0631 min
Be Ready Training PodcastThe IntroductionEpisode 1 of the Be Ready Training Podcast includes a brief description of what listeners can expect from the podcast. I explain what the overall theme of the podcast is and the describe the upcoming guests that will be featuring. I also include a small portion of why I am excited to start the Be Ready Training podcast. Hope you enjoy!
2019-12-2103 min