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Finding NatureOn The Hook - Emily M Bender Isn’t Falling for the AI Hype MachineToday’s guest is Emily M Bender. She was recently in Sydney from Seattle to talk about her new book that she wrote with her co-author Alex Hanna called The AI Con; How to fight big tech’s hype and create the future we want. She’s a professor of linguistics at the University of Washington and received her PhD from Stanford, Time Magazine included her as one of the 100 most influential people in artificial intelligence globally, has her own fantastic podcast called Mystery AI Hype Theatre 3000 and has been featured in The Guardian, New York Times, Fast Company, The At...2025-07-081h 17
The Jeff Robertson ShowFrom Layoff to Thriving Business: Emily Snider’s Inspirational Journey
🎙️ Discover how Emily Snider transformed a career setback into a six-figure freelance business as a presentation designer. After being laid off while eight and a half months pregnant, Emily refused to give up. Instead, she turned challenges into opportunities, building a thriving career helping leaders craft impactful PowerPoint presentations.
In this episode, Emily shares her journey of resilience, tips for finding your niche, and how she empowers others to shine brighter through visual storytelling. 💡✨
🔗 Learn more about Emily Snider:👉 Emily's Website👉 Emily on LinkedIn
📌 Don’t miss Emily’s actionable insights for en...2025-03-0344 min
Trail CultureFit but unhealthy? | Trail Science S2E8: Simon de Waal For our nerdy fans out there, the Trail Science episodes are back! 💥🎙️Up first is: Fit but Unhealthy? Are we prioritising performance over health & wellness? In this episode we unpack these ideas & talk about some of the early signs of LEA & RED-S. 🍎I’m excited to continue the scientific journey alongside Simon de Waal from Rooted in Dirt. In this season we’ll continue to dive into the more academic side of trail running, unpacking the latest research and trying to make sense of this amazing sport through a scientific lens.// TOPICS COVERED2024-11-2359 min
Trail CultureUltra running, risk and disappointment | S2E7: Naomi Brand Naomi Brand is back on SA soil after spending the summer training and racing in Europe. An Ultra runner, vet, conservationist and an artist, she is a legend in the SA trail community. Naomi can be found on the startline of the most hectic ultras, to adventuring around New Zealand in her mobile home or painting during the short breaks she has after training and work. Naomi has some amazing insights to share on the ups and downs of ultra running. How to come back from disappointment and to keep the dream alive. She talks about the...2024-11-151h 04
Trail CultureNutrition, Adaptation and Sweat Testing. What are we losing? S2E6 | John Middlewick John Middlewick is a triathlete turned business man who started Carbon Endurance, a sports consulting distribution house that brings brands like Precision Fuel & Hydration and Pillar Performance into South Africa to support and fuel our incredible athlete base. He has years of endurance training and racing under his belt, this couple with a keen interest in the science of performance has developed Carbon Endurance into what it is today. Stoked to welcome John to the podcast & for the great partnership between Carbon Endurance and Trail Culture. // TOPICS COVERED(0:00) Welcome!(02:36) Enjoying sport...2024-11-081h 06
Trail CultureThe Outdoor Community, Access & Emotion | S2E5: Shaf Gordon Shafeeqah Gordon is a local favorite in the Cape Town trail community. She’s the leader of the legendary shafflers at Tuesday Trails. A pocket rocket with a sense of humor to match. She can be found on the start line of some pretty tough races & you’re always guaranteed a smile if you see her. Stoked to welcome Shaf to the podcast & to get to know her better during this conversation. // TOPICS COVERED(0:00) Welcome!(01:44) Shaf’s entry to trail running (08:26) Tuesday Trails & leading a group(19:40) What does the retail...2024-11-0157 min
Trail CultureThe craft of coaching | S2E4 Part 2: James Montgomery The second half of the chat with James Montgomery from the Run Project on the Craft of Coaching. We go deeper into the specifics of working with the person in front of you, how to make training relative to the individual, how to shape & improve your thinking as a coach and more. This chat really left me inspired to keep learning and to really view each athlete and their goals as separate puzzles to be solved. Special thank to Carbon Endurance for fuelling Season 2 of Trail Culture. Carbon Endurance Instagram2024-10-2537 min
Trail CultureThe craft of coaching | S2E4: Part 1: James Montgomery The craft of coaching 💭 Part 1So stoked to have James Montgomery on the podcast to share his extensive experience & talk about what it takes to be a great coach. 🏃🏽♂️ 🏃🏼♀️📈 We talk about the evolving athlete, the balance between fun and hard training, the structured vs intuitive approach to running & more.Special thank to Carbon Endurance for fuelling Season 2 of Trail Culture. Carbon Endurance InstagramCarbon Endurance Sport Consulting The Run ProjectFooled by Randomness2024-10-191h 10
Trail CultureHealth, movement and chiropractic | S2E3: Hilton Lazar The bigger picture & what athletes should consider when thinking of health and movement. This week we’ve got Dr Hilton Lazar joining us to chat about health, movement & the role of chiropractic. An expert in his craft, we talk about pain management, injury diagnosis, what running does to our spines & the role of adjustment. 2024-10-111h 18
Trail CultureThe history, the family, the difference | Season 2: Live from the Otter Trail The difference | The family | The history 🦦A magical stretch of coastline, it’s roots run deep with a special history. An incredible story of family, conservation, community and a single race making the greatest difference. Hearing these stories brings both memories & emotions to the surface. It’s a great privilege to share them with you. 🎙️ The Otter episode goes live tonight 💭 #trailcultureFACES AFRICATHE OTTER TRAIL2024-10-051h 48
Trail CultureTradition, Trail Culture & the Mountain MXN | S2E1: Petrus de Klerk A motley crew of friends, 100kms & a skeleton 🏴☠️So stoked to kick off season 2 of Trail Culture with an absolute legend, Petrus de Klerk 🤙🏼 Famed for their presence at Kloof Corner during UTCT, we chat to Petrus about the the Mountain Mxn, tradition, trail culture & more.An incredible human with a gees crew of friends, a wicked sense of humor & stories to match. We’re back and the stoke is alive, enjoy.Mountain MXN2024-09-271h 09
All Things Breastfeeding PodcastAll Things Breastfeeding Episode 86: Emily’s Returning to Work and Breastfeeding StoryIn this parent interview episode, we focus on Emily‘s experience with returning to work and breastfeeding, specifically going back to work after maternity leave, pumping and continuing to breastfeed her baby. She worked as a hospital pharmacist in a fast-paced and high-pressure role, the type of job where taking a “break” to pump meant leaving extra work her team needed to cover. This is a challenging factor many working and pumping parents can relate to. Emily shares how she made the situation work, logistics of the (let’s be honest, tedious!) task of pumping every day, and about her emotions...2024-09-0300 min
Music (ed) MattersEpisode 180 - Dr. Stephanie Robertson - The Psychology of Directing Choral Music and Mental Health [part 2] (An A&C Curated Episode)Earlier this year we started a little mini-series on avoiding burnout thanks to feedback we are hearing as part of ACDA’s Advocacy and Collaboration Standing Committee. The goal of these episodes is to provide our members and listeners with tools to avoid and overcome burnout - one of the leading causes to folks leaving our fabulous career. Part one, we talked about how to guard your time throughout different stages of your career. We continue that conversation in this episode, part two of two, where you’ll hear from Dr. Stephanie Robertson. We talk...2024-08-0635 min
Trail CulturePower as a performance measure | Trail Science: Episode 07 Does power have a place in trail running? We’re back with another Trail Science episode. This week, Simon de Waal from Rooted in Dirt joins us to talk about power as a performance metric. When should we use power?How is it measured?What should the real world application look like?& does power work as a performance measure in the trail running space? 2024-07-201h 19
Trail CultureThe baker, the wizard & the hiking vikings | Episode 30: Michael Baker “The best way to learn is by doing” - @michael_bakes From getting cliffed out on Mnweni, to a solo unsupported DGT, to a wedding at the top of the Amphitheatre. This weeks guest is Michael Baker. An athlete, a coach, an adventurer & captain of group missions. This episode really is one amazing story of adventure. The name speaks for itself & I'll let you find out more. The Hiking VikingsThe Bakery2024-07-131h 22
Trail CultureThe Long Road: Part 2 | Mari Marincowitz: Episode 29 The Long Road Part 2! This week, pocket rocket and adventurer, Mari Marincowitz joins us on the podcast to talk about her miler journey and what happened out there on the course. Fresh off a win at the George MUT by UTMB Miler, she shares some of her stories & we experience the Outeniqua once again through her lens. Taking her time in the day to day, running Milers is perfect for Mari. It's once step at a time with no need to rush in her words.This episode covers: Running the miler is the easiest...2024-07-0551 min
Trail CultureThe Long Road: Part 1 | Episode 29: Mari Marincowitz This week, pocket rocket and adventurer, Mari Marincowitz joins us on the podcast to talk about her life journey. Running has remained the consistent thing throughout her travels and exploration. Fresh off a win at the @georgemountainultratrail Miler, she shares some of her stories & in part 2 we experience the Outeniqua once again through her lens. From India, to Shanghai to South Africa. Part 1 of Mari’s interview takes us on a global journey. Running in different spaces, cultures and places, we get to know Mari and her development into the athlete she is today. Stay tu...2024-06-2839 min
Trail CultureTraining Load Monitoring for Trail Runners | Trail Science: E06How should I approach my training load? The Trail Science episodes are back, this week @dewaal.simon joins us to talk about Training Load Monitoring (TLM). We talk about how TLM has changed over the last few years to accommodate the growth of the sport & how this particular space is being influenced by AI. We discuss it’s history, the metrics that matter, some gaps in the current TLM tools & more2024-06-211h 07
Trail CultureGrowing up with Trail Culture: A holistic approach | Episode 28: Lijan BurgerWhat was it like to grow up with trail culture? A Stellenbosch local & @salomon_sa athlete. Lijan Burger has grown up in the trail culture of South Africa. In this episode, we cover:• The story of her first trail experience with her Dad• Movement as a family value • Lijans holistic approach to life & running• Defining good health in the trail space • Her upcoming adventure 🌍 & more 2024-06-1459 min
Trail CultureAdventure & an Outdoor Lifestyle in a Modern Era | Episode 27: Pierre Jordaan An outdoor lifestyle in a comfortable society. One of the more philosophical chats on the podcast so far. Really enjoyed this conversation with Pierre, @the.flying.runner & co-founder of @mountainabandonWe cover:• The role the Otter trail has played in his life• Milers as emotional regulators• Running vs training• How to live an outdoor lifestyle in the current societyA follow up is already in the pipeline. Pierre has a wealth of knowledge & his love for the outdoors is the common thread throughout this episode.2024-06-071h 20
Trail CultureMUT Moments | The Humans Hearing from the humans, the final episode of MUT Moments is all about the people. The athletes who’ve had the courage to show up for this event after months of preparation, each with their own story. From running for a cause, to the competition of the podium, to showing up for the first time on a trail start line. These are just a few of the moments captured as we’ve checked in with these amazing humans. The links: Donate to Usapho Indlu A story of sportsmanship: Admire Liv2Run 2024-05-2818 min
Trail CultureMUT Moments: Behind the Scenes | The Team What goes on behind the scenes?The next episode of MUT moments dives into the BTS of putting on a world class event. This episode shares a range of experiences & insights from a handful of incredible humans on the MUT team.The guests:Zane Schmahl - Race DirectorColleen Browne - Route Marker & SweeperJuliette Berger - Operations Manager UTMB World SeriesMarelize Rhodes - Logistics & Control ManagerMarta Parez - Marketing for UTMB World SeriesThe links we all need:Southern Summits Tours WebsiteSouthern Summits contact: info@southernsummitstrailtours.co.za2024-05-251h 22
Trail CultureMUT Moments: LIV2Run | Sport & Transformation The first episode of MUT Moments. Brining you coverage from the MUT by UTMB Race Village where we find out what's been going on behind the scenes, who is running for a cause, are the athletes ready to give it their all & more.First up on MUT Moments is our chat with the founder of LIV2Run Lindi Meyer, the team manager Thamsanqa Nxumalo & one of the elite athletes Sinovuyo Ngcobo. These guys have put in the work and they’re ready to race. This episode kicks off with the founder @lindi_elaine sharing what LI...2024-05-2339 min
Trail CultureThe Balancing Act | Episode 26: Bianca Tarboton “What if I can?” Bianca Tarboton joins us this week with wise advice on positive self talk, working on a positive internal dialogue & balancing her training & work.Winner of the MUT marathon last year, these are her words of encouragement for those lining up at @georgemountainultratrail next week. In her episode we go through:Her upcoming race seasonHow she’s developed as an athlete across multiple disciplines The balancing act of training & work & more2024-05-1755 min
Trail CultureNutrition, Milers & Inspiration | Episode 25: Matt BouchMatt Bouch has always wanted to run 100 miles. In this episode we chat about: • His inspiration • What keeps him coming back• His recent performance at UTD • How he’s developed his nutrition strategy & more! Laid back but intentional, Matt’s approach to the sport pulls through in this chat. We’ll be following him as he takes on his next few goals this year.2024-05-101h 04
Trail CultureMetabolic Testing & Performance | Episode 24: Colin Fleming Are thresholds important or is it just training hype? This week Colin Fleming, coach, triathlete & physiologist, joins us to talk about metabolic testing. Why is it important, how results should be applied, the difference between our thresholds & more. We chat through a case study and use test results from a real athlete to show how to practically apply results you get from this sort of testing, to your training. 2024-05-031h 01
Trail CultureJonkershoek to Europe | Episode 23: Kyle Herring The North Face athlete, Kyle Herring joins us from the Netherlands to share some epic stories. From some history facts about the Hoefyster to a dive into his different European race experiences. This guy has run every piece of trail in Stellenbosch & has made an appearance on the road scene in the Netherlands, running some blitz times. We cover: His history with the sport The coaching journey Mixing up trails & road when he plans his season Some stories from the Hoefyster route in Jonkershoek 2024-04-261h 09
Trail CultureWomen in Trail Running: The athlete & coach perspective | Episode 22 : Meg Mackenzie An advocate for women in sport. Meg Mackenzie shares an athlete & coaches perspective on women in trail running, the challenges, the obstacles & the change she’d like to see. In this episode we cover:• Her history with the sport • Some recent career highlights• Navigating the sponsorship space & contract negotiations as a female athlete • Meg’s journey with RED-S & her advice for those working through it2024-04-1954 min
Trail CulturePsychological benefits to trail running: A systematic review | Trail Science: Episode 5What are the psychological benefits to trail running?In this episode we focus on:Exercising in a natural vs urban environmentEffects of trail running on mental well beingThe psycho - evolutionary theory & attention restoration theoryWe get stuck into the research after an anecdotal introduction round what trail running does for our mental well being personally. 2024-04-1250 min
Trail CultureInjuries & drug free sport: The Sports Medicine Lens | Episode 21: Janesh Ganda This week we’ve got Dr Janesh Ganda joining us on the podcast. Janesh is currently the team doctor for the Springbok sevens, he’s a sports physician with years of experience in a range of different roles & an avid trail runner tooThis week we dive into: • The injury process • When to push through • Return to play after an injury • Drug free sport & trail runningWe look to the future of trail running & the anti-doping movement that’s quickly making its way into our sport. What does the drug...2024-04-051h 06
Trail CulturePurpose in training, racing & the process | Episode 20: Kane Reilly From cross country, to a VK to marathon distance and ultra running. Kane Reilly as a broad experience in this epic sport. Todays episode takes a dive into: • His training & racing process • The athlete & Dad life • His European racing experience & more. 2024-03-2953 min
Trail CultureResearch on female athletes & the PhD journey | Trail Science E4Research & female endurance athletes - are we doing enough? Our fourth Trail Science episode is all about the research journey & women in sport. Are we asking the right questions? How can we add to the body of research? We cover all of this along with an exciting announcement. 2024-03-221h 18
Trail Culture6 x 6 Peaks & the Outeniqua | Episode 19: Jacques Mouton: This week we chat to runner and mountain legend, Jacques Mouton on the podcast. We cover all the need to knows for the George 6 Peaks route. Jacques is definitely the guy to ask since he did this route back to back 6 times in one go. We also talk about George MUT, the routes for this year, community & more. Enjoy! Mount Co. 6 Peaks 2024-03-1557 min
Trail CultureCommunity, Crews & Culture | Episode 18: Mike OberyThis week we’ve got a family favourite, local legend & runner with the most energy joining us on the podcast. Mike Obery talks about his local crew, the significance of community and the massive role running has played in his life. Mikes story has great depth and it’s incredible to see how this guy just keeps giving back to the trail community.We talk about his journey with running, how it was his saving grace while he battled depression & anxiety, why he is so invested in crew culture & what's next in the pipeline for him this year...2024-03-0858 min
Trail CultureThe Mental Game | Episode 17: Brandon Hulley What is beyond the edge? This week we catch up with Brandon Hulley, New Balance athlete and George local. This episode looks to the mental side of Ultra running. We talk about the pain cave, what it takes to push through those moments where you want to quit & how to come back from a DNF. So great having an honest, easy chat & I hope it inspires you to be curious about what’s beyond the edge of yourself.2024-03-011h 00
Trail CultureThe FKT Queen | Episode 16: Rebecca KohneThis week we’re stoked to catch up with Rebecca Kohne. We chat about her recent 6 peaks FKT, the long road of recovery from injury & her success in the sport so far.Her segway into the sport came from a long and frustrating injury journey. This really is a story of perseverance through a devastating injury, making a comeback on the track then finding the trails. This is definitely a name to watch in the coming season & I can’t wait to see her smash the races lined up on her calendar. 6 Peaks | Moun...2024-02-231h 00
Trail CultureCalling Cape Town | Episode 15: Stephan May Is this triathlon in 24 hours possible?Calling Cape Town | 8km Robben Island swim, the Cape Town Cycle Tour, then the 3 peaks mountain challenge.This event certainly isn’t for the feint hearted. All this happens to raise funds for Calling Education. An organisation that has set out to provide top quality education to low income learners in South Africa.Links:Calling EducationCalling Cape Town Challenge How to donate? 2024-02-1645 min
Trail CultureGeorge MUT & the UTMB Journey | Episode 14: Zane Schmahl What happens behind the scenes? This week we catch up with @zaneschmahl the race director of George MUT by UTMB. From where the race started to becoming part of the UTMB World Series, to the operations that lead up to a favourite event on the trail calendar.2024-02-0959 min
Trail CultureInjury Risk Factors for Trail Runners | Trail Science: E03 What is an injury risk factor? ⚠️ We’re back with another Trail Science episode ft. @dewaal.simon from @rootedindirt this week we’re unpacking what are potential injury risk factors for trail runners? This episode is based on a living systematic review. We get into what that is, why this type of research is important and how to critically evaluate the information in front of you when reading research like this & looking into a topic like injuries 👣 Trail Science Episode 3 - enjoy! 🤙🏼1 d2024-01-261h 14
Trail CultureCommunity Track Club & Sport Media | Episode 13: Erin Groll What brings the running community together? 🤘🏻This week we caught up with Erin Groll, co-founder of the @communitytrackclub ⚡️We chat about how CTC came to be, what goes down every month & the importance of epic groups just like this, that add so much to the running community.Erin Groll Website2024-01-191h 03
Trail CultureThe Comrades Legend & the 5:30 barrier | Episode 12: Alan Robb What does it take to run a sub 5:30 Comrades?Four wins, 12 gold medals for a top 10 finish and the first person to break the sub 5:30 barrier, this week we chat to Comrades legend Alan Robb.Alan has completed 42 back to back Comrades. He took his first win wearing Tiger Bostons & fuelled by just coke and water. This legend has some incredible insight to share & we talk about the training principles that still apply from his era of racing.2024-01-1249 min
Trail CulturePlanning your Race Season | Episode 11: Cobus FourieHow to plan my race season well? This week we’ve got Coach Cobus from @ststri joining us. With 25+ years of coaching and racing experience across multiple disciplines, he shares his wisdom & insights on how to plan your year for training and racing. We cover everything from strategic planning, common mistakes athletes make, how to view your training overall & more.2024-01-051h 00
Music (ed) MattersEpisode 173 - Dr. Troy Robertson - Directing Choral Music and Mental Health [part 1] (An A&C Curated Episode)Happy New Year! And what a way to start with this awesome episode! We’ve started this little mini-series on avoiding burnout thanks to feedback we are hearing as part of ACDA’s Advocacy and Collaboration Standing Committee. The goal of these episodes is to provide our members and listeners with tools to avoid and overcome burnout - one of the leading causes to folks leaving our fabulous career. In this episode, part one of two, you’ll hear from Director of Choral Studies and Founder of ChorAmor.com, Dr. Troy...2024-01-0231 min
Trail CultureIs Ultra Marathon Running Good for You? | Trail Science E:02 Is Ultra Marathon running bad for you? We’re back at it with the second Trail Science episode. This great sport is growing & the athletes taking on the Ultra distances seem to be getting younger. In this episode we dive into research on the acute physiological effects on the body during an ultra marathon. Things to note, how to manage adverse effects & what is good practice when prepping and building up to your Ultra? Rooted In Dirt 2023-12-2257 min
Trail CultureThe Double Drakensberg Grand Traverse | Episode 10: Caro Jordaan Is a double DGT possible? The Drakensberg is a mysterious place that challenges even the most daring of Adventurer. Caro Jordaan takes us through her double DGT attempt, 450km with +19 000m of vert. She was the first woman to complete a double traverse & was part of the first team to do a double, back to back.We dive into everything from packing, preparation and route tips all the way to her highlights and low points. This will leave you inspired to take on adventure.Caro Jordaan Instagram 2023-12-151h 08
Trail CultureThe Injury Journey, Biokinetics & the Modern Day Athlete | Episode 09: Francois Janse van RensburgAn injury is so much more than just losing physical fitness. Today Biokineticist, Francois Janse van Rensburg join us to talk about injuries. We look at how to treat them, prevent them and the role your Bio plays in that journey. We also touch on strategies for the modern day athlete to combat their desk job & to line up on race day in the best shape they can even when life happens to them.2023-12-0855 min
Trail CultureEnvironmental Activism, Run West & Adventure | E:08 Damien Schumann Damien Schumann joins us to talk about his journey with trail running, adventure and his involvement with Run West. A project in collaboration with Protect the West Coast that uses trail running for environmental activism against the mining projects along that coastline. Protect the West Coast Run West InstagramRun West ArticleDamien Schumann InstagramWild Air Podcast with Damien2023-12-011h 01
Trail CultureThe Ultra Pain Cave & Training Process Focused | E:07 Daniël Claassen Salomon athlete, Daniël Classeen joins us after his victory at Cape Town Trail Marathon as well as his decision to not race UTCT.We get into how deep does the pain cave go. What does it look like to train with a process focus & what some of the highlights and lowlights of the last two seasons have been for him.Instagram: @daniel_claassen_2023-11-231h 04
Trail CulturePacing in Ultra Trail Marathons | Trail Science E:01Welcome to our Trail Science episodes! A collaboration with Simon de Waal and Rooted in Dirt. We're introducing a separate category of episodes where we take a deep dive into relevant trail topics and to explore the research related to these trends.First up is pacing for ultra marathons, What is pacing? How does it differ from road to trail running? How do I pace my ultra marathon at UTCT? We chat through all of this and more. UTCT @rootedindirt@dewaal.simon@trailcultureza2023-11-221h 03
Trail CultureDebunking the S&C Myths | E06: Brad WilliamsBrad Williams joins us to debunk some of the myths surrounding strength training, We talk about the S&C complex and how strength training fits into our world of trails and mountains.Instagram: @bwssCape Town Studio2023-11-171h 00
Trail CultureResearch & Performance Prediction in Trail Running | E:05 Simon De Waal From research to running, this guy does it all. Simon de Waal joins us to discuss his latest research in trail running as he works towards his PhD. We discuss how the trail running world has changed and developed, our responsibility as scientists and what Trail Culture means to him. The founder of Stellies Shakeout and a hero in the trail community.Instagram: @dewaal.simon ; @rootedindirtTwitter: @dewaal17E-mail: s.dewaal@glos.ac.uk2023-11-101h 01
Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization72 // Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson“Show me your calendar, and I’ll show you your priorities.” How does our calendar reflect what matters most to us? How can we simplify our schedules and be more intentional so we can focus on what matters most? These are just a few of the things we chat about on today’s episode with Sasha Star Robertson.
Sasha is an Intentional Living & Biblical Mindset Coach for busy Christian moms, wife of 14 years to her best friend, boy mom x2 (blessed by adoption), travel addict, and Jesus freak. She is the founder of The Intentional Abundance...2023-11-0928 minMoms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization72 // Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson“Show me your calendar, and I’ll show you your priorities.” How does our calendar reflect what matters most to us? How can we simplify our schedules and be more intentional so we can focus on what matters most? These are just a few of the things we chat about on today’s episode with Sasha Star Robertson.
Sasha is an Intentional Living & Biblical Mindset Coach for busy Christian moms, wife of 14 years to her best friend, boy mom x2 (blessed by adoption), travel addict, and Jesus freak. She is the founder of The Intentional Abundance...2023-11-0928 min
Trail CultureTrack to Trail | Dr Shaundre Jacobs E:04 Part 2 Part 2: Training as a women in South Africa. The pros and cons, challenges and limitations. We then talk about trail culture and what local trail crews mean to the community around them. Stellies Shakeout Whatsapp Bulletin Instagram: @stelliesshakeout ; @shaunyd_82023-11-0327 min
Trail CultureSport Policy & South Africa | Dr Shaundre Jacobs: Part 1Part 1: Dr Shaundre Jacobs joins us to discuss Sport Policy within the context of South Africa. We talk about accessibility, safety, social factors, the growth of the sport and backing our athletes who represent us at a national level. The chat then transitions into training as a female athlete in South Africa and what that looks like. Instagram: @shaunyd_8 ; @stelliesshakeoutResearch: Full PhD: A configurational evaluation of Elite Sport Policy in South Africa: A realist perspective Sport Policy Article Country Profile: Sport in South Africa 2023-10-2739 min
Trail CultureThe Coaching Journey | Erin van Eyssen Coach Erin van Eyssen, founder of Flat Rock Endurance joins us to share some key moments from his coaching journey. The highs and lows, what he's learnt, how he has seen the sport grow and more. Instagram: @flatrockendurance https://www.flatrockendurance.com2023-10-2056 min
Trail CultureRun Brave | Tarrin van Niekerk The trail physio and Altra athlete, Tarrin van Niekerk, walks us through her successful 2023 season, her journey of "running brave", racing to win and how banana bread fuels her success.Instagram: @tarrin.vn ; @vertandirtHoefyster (Jonkershoek Horseshoe): https://youtu.be/nlsfgbzVvo8?si=jAl_TCW9am9v1XsxAltra Elite: https://altrafootwear.co.za/blogs/news/meet-the-elites-tarrin-van-niekerk2023-10-1356 min
Trail CultureThe FKT champion | Johardt van Heerden The favorite child of South African trail running. The North Face athlete, Johardt van Heerden shares his build up to Otter, expectations for the "sub 4" goal, his experience of racing alpine athletes in Europe, his day out at OCC and more.Instagram: @johardtvanheerden ; @vert.co_Mafadi Peak Blog: https://livealittle.blog/2022/01/06/johardts-mafadi-fkt-attempt-the-back-story/Mafadi Peak FKT Documentary (The North Face): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHhlA9aQKPs&t=2s2023-10-061h 06
Trail CultureTrail Culture Trailer | E0 The story behind Trail Culture and its creation. Tune in every second Friday for new episodes to kickstart your weekend. These stories will get you out of your chair and onto the trails for an epic adventure. Enjoy.2023-09-2901 min
Intentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management196: The Truth about Why You’re Not Feeling Connected to God and How Your Phone and Sleep Habits Aren’t Helping - Live Coaching Call with Emily Diaz *part 2*In this episode Sasha shares the second half of a coaching call with Intentional Momma of the Month winner, Emily Diaz, from the Mom Life Balance Community on Facebook.
Emily asks, how do I spent quality time with God with one month old baby? AND how do I do the stay at home mom thing, take care of the home and get things done with a new baby?
Be sure to go back and listen to part 1 of this episode where Sasha encourages Emily to give herself grace and enjoy the sweet season of newborn li...2023-09-0820 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management196: The Truth about Why You’re Not Feeling Connected to God and How Your Phone and Sleep Habits Aren’t Helping - Live Coaching Call with Emily Diaz *part 2*In this episode Sasha shares the second half of a coaching call with Intentional Momma of the Month winner, Emily Diaz, from the Mom Life Balance Community on Facebook.
Emily asks, how do I spent quality time with God with one month old baby? AND how do I do the stay at home mom thing, take care of the home and get things done with a new baby?
Be sure to go back and listen to part 1 of this episode where Sasha encourages Emily to give herself grace and enjoy the sweet season of newborn li...2023-09-0820 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management195: How Do I Spent Quality Time with God with a Newborn? Live Coaching Call with Emily Diaz *part 1*In this episode Sasha shares a coaching call with Intentional Momma of the Month winner, Emily Diaz, from the Mom Life Balance Community on Facebook.
Emily asks, how do I spent quality time with God with one month old baby? AND how do I do the stay at home mom thing, take care of the home and get things done with a new baby?
Sasha shares encouragement to honor the sweet season of newborn life by giving yourself grace and enjoy that time with your newborn. Sasha also shares tips and solutions on how to ha...2023-09-0723 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management195: How Do I Spent Quality Time with God with a Newborn? Live Coaching Call with Emily Diaz *part 1*In this episode Sasha shares a coaching call with Intentional Momma of the Month winner, Emily Diaz, from the Mom Life Balance Community on Facebook.
Emily asks, how do I spent quality time with God with one month old baby? AND how do I do the stay at home mom thing, take care of the home and get things done with a new baby?
Sasha shares encouragement to honor the sweet season of newborn life by giving yourself grace and enjoy that time with your newborn. Sasha also shares tips and solutions on how to ha...2023-09-0723 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management146: What Does the Science Say about Clutter? Practical Tips on How to Get Started On Your Decluttering Journey with Emily McDermott *part 2* / Episode 3 of The Spring Cleaning and Decluttering SeriesHave you ever considered how all that stuff in your house is making you feel?
Did you know that clutter effects you emotionally, physically, and steals your time?
Have you been wanting to declutter your space, but don't know where to begin?
In this episode Sasha chats with Emily McDermott a wife, mother of two energetic boys, and simplicity seeker. She is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
**Be sure to go back and listen to yesterdays episode...2023-03-2419 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management146: What Does the Science Say about Clutter? Practical Tips on How to Get Started On Your Decluttering Journey with Emily McDermott *part 2* / Episode 3 of The Spring Cleaning and Decluttering SeriesHave you ever considered how all that stuff in your house is making you feel?
Did you know that clutter effects you emotionally, physically, and steals your time?
Have you been wanting to declutter your space, but don't know where to begin?
In this episode Sasha chats with Emily McDermott a wife, mother of two energetic boys, and simplicity seeker. She is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
**Be sure to go back and listen to yesterdays episode...2023-03-2419 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management145: What Does the Bible Say about Clutter and Our Stuff? 3 Passages That Encourage Us to Let Go of Things with Emily McDermott *part 1* / Episode 2 of The Spring Cleaning and Decluttering SeriesDo you desire to simplify your life?
Do you find the stuff you're always surrounded by decreasing your level of sanity?
Have you ever considered what the Bible might say about clutter?
In this episode Sasha chats with Emily McDermott a wife, mother of two energetic boys, and simplicity seeker. She is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Emily starts by sharing her testimony from being overwhelmed all the time and lacking in emotional capacity through miscarriage and i...2023-03-2321 minIntentional Mom life with Jesus: Scheduling, Planning, Productivity, Mindset, Selfcare, Time Management145: What Does the Bible Say about Clutter and Our Stuff? 3 Passages That Encourage Us to Let Go of Things with Emily McDermott *part 1* / Episode 2 of The Spring Cleaning and Decluttering SeriesDo you desire to simplify your life?
Do you find the stuff you're always surrounded by decreasing your level of sanity?
Have you ever considered what the Bible might say about clutter?
In this episode Sasha chats with Emily McDermott a wife, mother of two energetic boys, and simplicity seeker. She is the host of the top 2% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Emily starts by sharing her testimony from being overwhelmed all the time and lacking in emotional capacity through miscarriage and i...2023-03-2321 min
What's Your TwentyFire Chief Dave Robertson of Fire Edge - Part I*trigger warning - discussion of suicide and traumatic events*
Part one of two with Fire Chief Dave Robertson, Fire Service Career Coach, and Deputy Chief of Training with Lambton Shores Fire Rescue. Dave discusses how he 'dropped' into becoming a firefighter, beginning his career in departments with a boys' club mentality, harassment, and lack of support and training. He goes down the path of how post-traumatic stress affects life as a whole and how he danced with suicide, all in hopes that in telling his story he can help others know they're not alone.2023-02-2350 minWhat's Your TwentyFire Chief Dave Robertson of Fire Edge - Part II*trigger warning - discussion of suicide and traumatic events*
Part two of two with Fire Chief Dave Robertson, Fire Service Career Coach, and Deputy Chief of Training with Lambton Shores Fire Rescue. Dave comes home to Canada from Napa to chart his new path all the while experiencing imposter syndrome and having the injury of post traumatic stress tap him on the shoulder to remind him that it's still there. Dave shares his passion for training, coaching, and mentoring new recruits so that they can do and be their best. He carries hope for the future that departments support one...2023-02-2347 min
Hurdle230. Jessica Robertson, Co-Founder & Chief Content Officer of TOGETHXRTo say that Jessica Robertson is passionate about women in sport would be an understatement. The co-founder and Chief Content Officer of TOGETHXR pivoted careers from music journalism to sports back in 2015 and hasn't looked back. Alongside Olympic Gold Medalists Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Sue Bird, and Simone Manuel, she's working to disrupt the inequitable pattern in sports and media, increasing female athlete coverage. Rooted in purpose, Jess explains her passion for storytelling — which started from a young age growing up in Kentucky. She also gets vulnerable about a time in her life where she didn't feel seen, and how...2022-11-211h 14
Built to be YouFinding STRENGTH in your hardest moments through trail & ultra marathon running w/ EmilySend us a textThis episode is one that truly inspired ME and I hope that it does the same for you. Today I am chatting with Emily, a grad student, wife and bad ass ultra-marathoner. We talk about redefining success, finding strength in your weakest moments and everything in between. I guarantee you will feel empowered to go try something NEW that will test your limits after listening to this episode. You can connect with Emily on IG @emilytheresarunsYou can find her blow with all things training updates here: https://emilytheresaruns.blogspot.c...2022-07-1557 min