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Marion Abrams
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The Skippy Report
The Marion Abrams episode of "The Women in Telemark Skiing" series
Meet Marion Abrams telemark skier and Film maker, in this episode of "The Women in Telemark Skiing" series. Marion and I talk about her skiing background as a child. We delve deeply into her introduction to Nordic and Telemark skiing and bushwhacking in the forests of the East. Marion shares with us her story of catastrophe, patience, passion, and persistence that took 25 years to complete. I hope you enjoy this episode.
2025-03-17
50 min
The Dov Barron Show
The Dov Barron Show - Marion Abrams: Questioning Assumptions
Remember when people were famous for doing something? Remember the days before the Kardashians or Paris Hilton? Back then, there were PR companies and agents. Those people still exist, but now, particularly with social media, you and I can create our own public persona. Let me put a radical idea forward. What if “everyman/woman/person” aims to genuinely make a positive impact? On our never-ending quest to Crack the Curiosity Code, Marion Abrams is our guest for the next three episodes. Marion started her film career on PBS specials and NOVA episodes in New York. Her...
2024-02-21
1h 00
The Dov Baron Show
Part 3 of 3) Marion Abrams: Overcoming the Creative Angst
Are you tired of the superficiality of social media influencers? Do you long for the days when people were famous for actually doing something? . In the latest episode of The Dov Baron Podcast, Marion Abrams joins us for part 3 to discuss the power of creating a genuine public persona. . Marion's impressive career in film and passion for the outdoors has led her to shoot and edit action sports for major networks such as PBS, NBC, CBS, ESPN, History Channel, Oxygen, and Spike TV. . Join us as we...
2024-02-18
26 min
The Dov Baron Show
Part 2 of 3: Marion Abrams: Why Podcast? Questioning Assumptions
Remember when people were famous for doing something? Remember the days before the Kardashians or Paris Hilton? Back then, there were PR companies and agents. Those people still exist, but now, particularly with social media, you and I can create our public persona. . Let me put a radical idea forward. What if the purpose of “everyman/woman/person” is to make a positive impact genuinely? . On our never-ending quest to Crack the Curiosity Code, Marion Abrams is our guest for the next three episodes. Marion started her film career on PBS special...
2024-02-14
27 min
The Dov Baron Show
Part 1 of 3: Marion Abrams: Questioning Assumptions
Remember when people were famous for doing something? Remember the days before the Kardashians or Paris Hilton? Back then, there were PR companies and agents. Those people still exist, but now, particularly with social media, you and I can create our own public persona. . Let me put a radical idea forward. What if “everyman/woman/person” aims to genuinely make a positive impact? . On our never-ending quest to Crack the Curiosity Code, Marion Abrams is our guest for the next three episodes. Marion started her film career on PBS specials and NOVA ep...
2024-02-11
27 min
Coffee with Kate!
Kate Chats with Podcaster Marion Abrams, Host & Creator of the Grounded Content Podcast
Marion Abrams has been a professional videographer and helped produce the well-known 'Spartan Up' podcast. She has created her own podcast, too, and we'll talk all things podcasting and whether you may want to even consider starting your own.
2024-01-11
1h 02
Grown-Ass Woman's Guide
The Secret to Staying Accountable
If you've been waiting for a new episode of TGAWG, this is the one to hear! In October of 2021, I attended She Podcasts Live, a conference for women and non-binary podcasters. At that event, I ran into a couple of women I knew through work we had done with Elsie Escobar, one of the She Podcast founders. They were sitting around a table outside the pool area and immediately, we just started talking about the podcasting industry and creativity and a variety of other professional and personal topics. 15 months later, we're still having conversations sparked by that we...
2023-01-24
52 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How to Get Your Ideas and Articles Published in High Profile Publications with Erica Holthausen
Are you an expert looking to get your work published in top magazines and journals? In this podcast episode, Erica Holthausen explains how to make it happen. We talk about: The traditional way of getting published in high-profile publications, such as relying on connections or having a good publicist, is not as necessary as it used to be. Publications like Inc, Forbes, and Entrepreneur have a large need for content to drive traffic and advertising revenue, and they often rely on experts to provide this content. But how do you become one of them? St...
2023-01-23
38 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Creativity Productivity Connection with guest Gregg Clunis
Are creativity and productivity at odds with one another? Today on” Grounded Content” host Marion Abrams asks Gregg Clunis, host and producer of "Tiny Leaps, Big Changes," to explore the relationship between these two seemingly conflicting forces and to share what his work in self development can teach content creators. Discover the keys to consistently creating good work, find out how to get out of your own way and be productive as a creative, and gain insights from a veteran podcaster and independent creator on how to motivate yourself. Plus, explore the role of self development in boosting creativity, AND w...
2023-01-05
40 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Content Performance Culture and Some AI Chatter
Listen to the episode intro and you'll see I decided to try some AI content tools out. The tool I mention in the show that is specifically for show notes is down today, so I decided to use ChatGPT for these show notes. Unfortunately ChatGPT only knows what I tell it about the episode ... which means I basically have to write a description of the episode in order to get it to write a description of the episode ... but here's what it came up with when I asked for a "catchy title and episode description." Title: "Unleashing th...
2022-12-13
33 min
LUAN Emotional Museum
The Antidote for Loneliness
This episode is an attempt for us to listen and talk about this personal topic. Marion walks us through some context from "The book of Joy" by Douglas Abrams and shares her experience as a mother about loneliness and kids.
2022-11-09
21 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Perfect Pitch: How to Get the Attention You Deserve with Cristina Marcello
A producer, podcaster, and PR expert Cristina Mercello has worked in radio and podcasting, and is currently a booking manager for Podchaser's Connect program. Christina is passionate about helping content creators get attention for their work. We are always looking for ways to get attention for our content, products or campaigns. One way to do that is through a well-executed PR campaign. A big part of that is making sure you have a great pitch. I spoke with Cristina Marcello, who is a PR expert, about what makes a good pitch. They said that it's important to m...
2022-10-25
30 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Building Community in the Digital Age with guest Heather Parady
Are WEB3 and Community the same thing? How do you build a community is that different from an audience? In this episode you will learn: What does community building really mean, and how do you do it effectively? What are the benefits of building a community versus simply building an audience? What are the different types of community, and which is right for you? "Building community is the hot topic in digital marketing and content right now, especially around the development of Web Three. But what does that really mean and. How do you do it...
2022-10-05
53 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How to Land Compelling Guests for Your Show with Reena Friedman Watts
How to Land Compelling Guests for Your Show with Reena Friedman Watts How do you find hard to find guests and book them? When should you think twice about sharing a great story? How did they get those Jerry Springer guests? Reena Friedman Watts worked on controversial and exciting TV shows, including Jerry Springer and Court TV. She has great insights into booking guests. She is the host of the Better Call Daddy podcast, and her company is Megawatt Productions. When looking for guests, Reena advises starting conversations around what you're interested in. Th...
2022-09-20
33 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Big Ideas from Podcast Movement 2022
How do you expand your reach? Should you add email? Podcasting? Write a book? Up your social or networking game? Increase engagement? Probably all of those. In this episode advice from 8 content pros for you: Guests on this episode: Jared Easley co-founder Podcast Movement shares advice for effective networking and growth https://podcastmovement.com/ Jay Wujun Yow "The Engineer” Producer for The James Altucher Show with remote recording tips https://notepd.com/profile/jay_yow07 Spencer Carpenter Podcast Booking Agent on how to get more guest appearances https://www.outlieraudio.com Na...
2022-09-13
32 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Should Interviews Use Video? / and excerpt from podcastingcontent.com
What makes me crazy about podcast coaches? Should you use video when you record interviews? Should you publish the video? Today I share an excerpt from the weekly experiment in live content www.podcastingcontent.com I'm cohosting with Puala Jenkins.
2022-07-29
18 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Value of Live Video with Chris Stone
How do you think about your content? What comes first, the business, or the creative? For those of us who create content for a living, you can't have one without the other. You may know Chris Stone through his show with Jim Fuhs called Dealcasters. It's a show for content creators on Amazon live. We talk about all of that, how he and Jim are using Amazon live as a platform for Dealcasters and how they became profitable in about a year. But we talk even more about the human side. What does it...
2022-06-30
35 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast
92. Why Shared Struggle is Awesome: Secrets of the Spartan Races with Marion Abrams
A seasoned filmmaker, podcaster, and consultant with multiple Emmy nominations, Marion Abrams is able to follow her passion and share her gifts with the world. She’s the co-creator of Spartan's official Podcast (over 40 million listens) and host of "Grounded Content" podcast where she talks about tactical and effective content strategies. Marion hopes to encourage you to overcome challenges by being resilient, so that you, too, may live the life you aspire to. Let’s get started [00:01 - 23:24] Opening Segment Marion Abrams on how Spartan Races movement and how it awaken...
2022-06-07
40 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Big Ideas from Podfest 2022
I’ll take you with me to Podfest Expo 2022 in Orlando. Think of it like a vlog but without the video, you'll hear from the show floor at Podfest and from YouTube experts, live streaming experts, Podcast Network experts, and storytelling experts. Guests on this episode: Roberto Blake - Creator, YouTube educator, Founder "Awesome Creator Academy" author "Create Something Awesome" Glenn Hebert (Glenn the Geek) - host of one of the longest running daily podcasts in the world and owner of Horse Radio Network Tom Schwab - Interview Valet Founder and author of "PODCAST GUEST PROFITS" David...
2022-06-04
26 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Viral TikToks, Reels and Tweets with guest Jon Oustaev
Do you wonder how to future-proof your content? Should you be riding the waves or planting your feet firmly and staying grounded? The answer is both. Stay curious and grounded. Stay on top of the information about new platforms, new trends, and new technology, but grounded in your essential self, your essential message your essential brand. Jon Oustaev shares his insights about Finding success on Instagram Reels Growing on tick tock Why the first three seconds matter and what to do with them The four E's, what they are, and why they matter. We also talk about a pos...
2022-05-13
33 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How to Tell Better Stories with Storymode
Practical communication and story tips from Storymode founders Beth Nyland, Corporate Poet & Cutter of C.R.A.P. and Jill Pollack, Chief Story Wrangler. More about them: https://instorymode.com/ Thank you to O’Brien McMahon for the introduction ( his podcast https://peoplebusinesspodcast.com/marionabrams/ ) and to Alex Perry for introducing me to O'Brien ( https://pswithalex.com/ ). Find more Grounded Content episodes https://podfollow.com/groundedcontent visit my website: GroundedCreators.com Join the email list https://madmotion.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=0bd1d0c0d558a161e62255af1&id...
2022-04-25
35 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Is Your Content Any Good? Marion Abrams
Here are a few ways to find out and a few tools to make it better. This is a short and to the point solo episode. Get monthly email round-ups and a few announcements here: https://www.madmotion.com/groundedpodcast.html Follow Marion on social - she talks about content strategy, content creation, podcasting, Spartan & life in Vermont. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/madmotion/ Edited by Kris Zarnoch
2022-04-18
07 min
The Binge Factor
How To Strategically Analyze Your Podcast Metrics That Helps Elevate Your Show With Marion Abrams Of Grounded Content Podcast (Podfaded)
What are the podcast metrics you have to consider when putting out your first episode? Marion Abrams joins us today to share her experience in boosting podcast shows. Marion is a podcasting producer, coach, and consultant with deep experience in podcasting and content creation. She built Spartan's podcast from an audience of 0 to over 35 million views and downloads and has worked on a range of projects. Marion is currently the host of her own podcast show, Grounded Content, where she explores what works, what drives customer actions, and where the lines are between persuasion and manipulation. Listen in as...
2022-03-30
44 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Why You Need Collective Story with Jeff Gomez
Jeff Gomez, Chief Content Officer at Iceberg Theory and CEO of Starlight Runner, is one of the world’s leading experts in story and narrative design. Jeff has teamed with top creators on such properties as Avatar, Pirates of the Caribbean, Halo, and Spider-Man and has written and co-produced hit comic books (Magic: The Gathering), video games (Turok, N64) and animated series (Hot Wheels, Mattel), global ad campaigns (Coca-Cola Happiness Factory), virtual productions (Pelotonia: Legends Live), and immersive experiences (Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Disney). Story is everything. I invited Jeff Gomez on to talk about stor...
2022-03-28
36 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Want to be a guest on more podcasts?
Tom Schwab of Interview Vallet is an expert on what it takes to get valuable bookings on podcasts. In fact interview valet has a success rate of 50% on their podcast guest pitches. We talk about the value of getting on podcasts, of having great conversations, how you should choose podcast guesting opportunities, and how to get ideas to go viral. He says "The best things in life that I have ever gotten did come through a funnel. I love automation, there's a point for it. But it's got to start with a human conversation. And I think if we l...
2022-03-24
28 min
Biz Book Pub Hub Podcast
OTS 273: Design and Elevate - Marion Abrams
Today’s guest is passionate about helping thought leaders, business leaders, and podcast hosts design and elevate their podcast presence. She is a podcasting coach & consultant with deep experience in podcasting and content creation. She built Spartan's podcast from zero to over 35 million views and downloads and has worked on a range of projects from social media advisor on a gubernatorial campaign, to creating the documentary film "Flood Bound", to directing TV ads for Vermont Lottery. On her podcast "Grounded Content" she explores what works, what drives customer actions, and where the lines are between per...
2022-03-14
43 min
B2B Podcasting | A show about the ultimate B2B sales & marketing strategy
How This Consultant Helped Spartan Monetize Their Podcast - with Marion Abrams | B2B Podcasting
Have you considered a B2B podcast to reach your business goals? 👊🏼 A video podcast allows you to easily share your business story and value proposition with your audience. On top of that, the content can be repurposed in a near-endless number of ways. Marion Abrams, host of Grounded Content podcast and podcast consultant, is our most recent guest on B2B Podcasting. Learn from Marion and her years of experience in content creation and crafting successful shows. 🎙️ This episode will help you find your footing and jump in to the podcasting world 🔥 Main Takeaways...
2022-03-14
48 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
15 Ways to Get More Listeners
Get more listeners for your podcast, try some of these 15 ways to grow your audience. Podcast producer Paula Jenkins helps me run thorugh the list. Work with Marion www.GroundedCreators.com Get Grounded Content [FRIEND] Swag at www.GroundedContent.Show Follow me on social - I talk about content, podcasting, Spartan stuff & life in Vermont. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/madmotion/
2022-03-14
32 min
People Business w/ O'Brien McMahon
Starting the Conversation w/ Marion Abrams
Marion Abrams is a podcasting coach & consultant with deep experience in podcasting and content creation. She co-created Spartan Race’s official podcast, Spartan Up (now boasting over 35 million views & downloads) and has worked on a range of projects from social media advisor on a gubernatorial campaign, to creating the documentary film Flood Bound, to directing TV ads for Vermont Lottery. On her podcast, Grounded Content, she explores what drives customer actions, and where the lines are between persuasion and manipulation. Mentioned in this Episode:Mad MotionTime Codes:(3:20) - Should eve...
2022-03-08
58 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Brands and Community with Guest Jackie MacDougal
Trust online is at an all-time low, and with good reason. But we still trust the people we KNOW, our community. A broadcast professional since 1992 Jackie MacDougal now runs the "Grown-Ass Women's Guide" community. We talk about what community is, online and off, and how brands and their content can benefit from community - for support, for amplification, for market research and, for content ideas and creation. "Community is connecting with people and making them as excited about what you do as you are hearing from them!" Connect with Jackie h...
2022-03-07
26 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The YouTube Formula with Scott Simson
CEO Video Marketing World and YouTube consultant Scott Simson breaks down what makes a successful video on YouTube. How do you grab attention, keep attention, create effective content and generate success using YouTube? "95% of selling or motivational speaking is mindset. And so there are a lot of ways to help people create any epiphany. And that's really what does the selling for you. So storytelling is an incredible tool for helping people create any epiphany in their mind" says Scott. This episode is like a mini-course on how to YouTube well! Scott's Facebook...
2022-02-24
38 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Repurposing Content - get 5x the exposure
It's really about finding ways to take what you are excited about and pass it on. Take one interview and share it in these 5 ways to amplify your exposure. Find out about working with me: www.GroundedCreators.com Get Grounded Content [FRIEND] Swag at www.GroundedContent.Show Follow me for more content and tips at Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/madmotion/
2022-02-17
12 min
Joy of Podcasting
Podcast editing, podcast publishing and podcast promoting with guest Marion Abrams
Marion Abrams of Grounded Content joins the show and we're talking all things podcasting: What is a podcast? How do you approach editing a podcast? What about publishing options? And, how do you promote a podcast? Be sure and check out part one of this episode over on Grounded Content. Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on iHeart Resources Read the full episode notes on my site. Listen to Jump Start Your Joy (my first show) Hire me to produce your show
2022-01-21
36 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Should You Start A Podcast? with Paula Jenkins and Marion Abrams
Paula Jenkins is an accomplished podcaster and podcast producer with a background in advertising. She joins me on Grounded Content to talk about starting a podcast. You can find the second half of our conversation on her podcast "Joy of Podcasting" https://www.paulajenkins.com/joyofpodcasting/podcast-editing-publishing-and-promoting-with-guest-marion-abrams-of-grounded-content Get on the waitlist for Marion’s classes: www.GroundedCreators.com Get Grounded Content [FRIEND] Swag at www.GroundedContent.Show Find out more about Paula Jenkins https://www.paulajenkins.com/ Follow Marion Abrams Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmo...
2022-01-18
28 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Communicating with Confidence! with guest Alex Perry
This is the podcast for you - grounded content creators, content strategists, anyone who works in the content space or hopes to soon. Content is communication. So how do you communicate? Do you communicate with confidence? Today, I talked to my friend Alex Perry. After years working as a speech pathologist, Alex brought her skills to the world of business. Her company, practically speaking, teaches confident communication. More about Alex https://pswithalex.com/ Before we get into the interview with Alex, I'd like you to think about how do you stay grounded. How do you keep your c...
2021-12-27
25 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Inside Branded Content Deals with Zach Kazin from Vox
Zach Kazin is the senior director of content partnerships at Vox creative. In this episode, we talk about how he thinks about that role and about content partnerships. What's the difference between an indie or hobby content creator, and one who does it professionally? What's his advice for creators looking to build a career? How do business goals and creative goals intersect? And most important what essentially makes great content. More Grounded Content GroundedContent.show Marion’s Podcast Growth Course GroundedCreators.com Vox Creative https://corp.voxmedia.com/vox-creative/
2021-12-16
32 min
Podcast Editors Mastermind
There are No Rules: Film and Podcast Editor Marion Abrams
What we've learned from this show over the past year is that professional editing is more than removing filler words. But what does that mean exactly in the ever-evolving landscape of our field? How does it expand our roles and increase our earnings while increasing client satisfaction (and their show's performance).Marion Abrams, of MadMotion, brings decades of experience in editing films and podcasts to help us tackle these questions.Links mentionedhttps://www.madmotion.comhttps://www.madmotion.com/groundedpodcast.htmlhttps://otter.aihttps://jasper.ai (previously Jarvis)https://podcastfellows.org/Appearing in...
2021-12-09
1h 03
The Chimes Weekly
KBR: The Torch - Daily News Update - December 1, 2021
Newscaster Alexis Marion brings news of Stacey Abrams' run for GA governor, young Americans worried about the state of democracy and a FedEx driver who dumped hundreds of packages in a ravine.Click the topics below to go to our source material!Stacey AbramsYoung Americans FedEx Driver
2021-12-03
02 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Why Hype? with guest Michael F. Schein
Why Hype? with guest Michael F. Schein "In a perfect world, the best work would attract the most attention on its own merits. Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way. Instead, the single most important factor that determines whether something becomes a phenomenon or a flop is arguably the least understood and ephemeral combination of manufactured drama, media manipulation, and behind the scenes maneuvering." says Michael F. Schein. He has made a study of "HYPE" and how we can use these tactics and strategies to gain traction for our own products and ideas. RESOURCES: The Hy...
2021-12-02
36 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Has Your Source Code Been Hacked? with guest Dov Baron
There's a fine line between persuasion and manipulation. And even the art of persuasion, as important as it is, can have a dark side. Dov Baron talks about what he calls the "human source code," a mix of our human and psychological identity, motivation, preference and vulnerabilities. Please stay to the end to of the conversation hear what motivated Dov to explore the topic. Learn more about Doc Baron at https://www.dovbaron.com/ And find his podcasts "Leadership and Loyalty" and "Curiosity Bites" at https://www.dovbaron.com/podcasts/ ...
2021-11-16
33 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Five steps to ridiculously consistent growth with John Jantsch
Grounded content strategy is practical strategy, who better than the founder of Duct Tape Marketing to help us with this? John Jantsch has a new book "The Ultimate Marketing Engine, 5 steps to ridiculously consistent growth." Everything we talk about comes from his real-life experience building businesses for his clients. Get two free chapters of his book at https://theultimatemarketingengine.com/ Follow John: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ducttapemarketing/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ducttape Get on the waitlist for Marion’s classes: https...
2021-11-09
25 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Creative Breakthrough Part 2 / Marion Abrams
How to create an effective challenge as a means for growth. Do you want more? To do more? Be more? Know more? In this solo episode Marion Abrams follows up on the "challenge" process she from part 1 and explains how you can set one up for yourself and the ways to make it more effective. The episode includes advice from creatives Michael Roderick, Rich Cardona, Jen Edds and Jamie Proctor-Brassard. Interested in coaching or classes with Marion? Get on the list at https://www.madmotion.com/grow-your-podcast.html Thank you: Rich https...
2021-11-01
14 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Email list role model Michael Roderick
He writes to his email list EVERY day. 5 days a week for years! He shares HOW he keeps up with that daunting content creation schedule, WHY this is valuable to his business, and a few more nuggets of wisdom. He writes to his email list EVERY day. 5 days a week for years! He shares HOW he keeps up with that daunting content creation schedule, WHY this is valuable to his business, and a few more nuggets of wisdom. Join his email list: http://www.smallpondenterprises.com/ Sign up for updates on Marion’s...
2021-10-21
35 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Hack Your Next Breakthrough with this Technique / Marion Abrams
Do you want more? To do more? Be more? Know more? In this solo episode Marion Abrams lays out the "challenge" process and explains how you can set one up for yourself. The episode includes advice from creatives Michael Roderick, Rich Cardona and Jamie Proctor-Brassard. Be sure to follow so you don't miss part two. Thank you: Rich https://www.instagram.com/richcardona_/ Jamie https://www.instagram.com/letter10creative/ Michael https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roderick-1161571/ Marion Abrams http://www.madmotion.com/ F...
2021-10-13
15 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Truth About Sales with Donnie Boivin
Sales. That word freaks some people out and excites others. I'm super excited about today's guest Donnie Boivin! He brings a no-BS mindset to the human side of sales. He brings a Grounded and honest mentality & mindset to the sales technique. Make no mistake, he is a hard-driving salesperson. He's effective. He knows how to get the deals done, to sell what he needs to sell. And he teaches others how to do it, and when you hear him talk about sales, it will open your mind to a new way of looking at closing those deals. ...
2021-09-17
38 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
5 Steps to Elevate your Content / Marion Abrams
Want to get more effective with your content? Podcast, YouTube, Blog, Social Media or Photography? There are 5 essentail steps you can use to asses and elevate. Host: Marion Abrams http://www.madmotion.com/ Find Marion Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Find Marion Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/madmotion/ Editor: Kris Zarnoch https://kmzencreative.com/
2021-09-03
11 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Negotiating Influence with Christine McKay
Negotiation is influence. What can we as marketers and content strategists learn from negotiation? Christine McKay is a Business Negotiation Strategist & CEO of Venn Negotiation and we talk about the mindset shift negotiators need to make and some simple techniques that can have a huge difference in outcomes. I hope you'll take away insights for your content development, but also some of the negotiation skills we all need to manage our businesses, departments, or salaries. Find more about Christine and Venn Negotiation: www.VennNegotiation.com https://www.youtube.com/vennnegotiation, https://w...
2021-08-25
35 min
My Home Vitality
#86: Marion Abrams - Podcasting, Persuasion & Storytelling
TO FIND WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR: For details of the discussion, links to people and resources mentioned, time stamped show notes and QOTD go to: https://www.myhomevitality.com/marion-abrams-podcasting-persuasion-storytelling-86/ For the most important skills you never learned in school - https://mhvpath.com/shop For the video version: https://youtu.be/Hu8RZFV2Lgo To ask questions of future guests: https://bit.ly/2n2M4ay CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://www.myhomevitality.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/2n2M4ay FB, Insta & Tw...
2021-08-16
1h 02
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How Brands and Humans Could be Using LinkedIn with Steve Watt
Steve Watt attracted my attention on LinkedIn, his posts are human and effective. He's the marketing director at Seismic and a pro on Linkedin where he has a solid following. Steve explains that he advises the entire team at his company to be a part of the marketing process by being active on LinkedIn. You'll hear the guidance he gives them, the reasons that he believes it's beneficial both for the company and the employees, and what he thinks makes an effective post - the right mix of attention, curiosity, and information. Follow Steve on L...
2021-08-16
36 min
QWERTY: A Podcast for Writers on How to Live the Writing Life
Ep. 57 Ellen Abrams: A Podcast for Writers on How to Live the Writing Life
The playwright, Ellen Abrams, discusses writing for the stage
2021-08-06
32 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How Tru Earth Designed Their Viral Success with Ryan McKenzie
What creates viral success? The content? The strategy? The product? All three? Tru Earth founder and CMO Ryan McKenzie gives us a look behind the scenes at Tru Earth's viral strategies. How he thinks about his marketing strategy and how they execute on the viral video releases. AND it wouldn't be an episode of Grounded Content if we didn't ask that essential question - does the end justify the means? If the product makes the world a better place, does it matter how you "pitch" it? AND - because this product DOES make the world a better...
2021-08-01
34 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Importance of Visual Language with Todd Cherches
Even in an audio format like podcasting, we've evolved to respond to visual language for attention, comprehension and retention. Todd Cherches, the CEO of BigBlueGumball and author of "VisuaLeadership," joins me to share some of the tools we can all use to better convey our messages and generate results. More about Todd: https://www.toddcherches.com/about Todd on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddcherches/ Find Marion Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Find Marion Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/madmotion/ Host:
2021-07-27
24 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
5 Strategies to Overcome Creator-fade (aka writers block, podfade etc) / Marion Abrams
Call it "podfading" or writers block or getting stuck. We, as professional creatives, sometimes have trouble getting the work done. Here are 5 strategies to get the sparks firing again. Find Marion on instagram @madmotion Visit my website at www.madmotion.com
2021-07-14
12 min
HP Podcast Backlog 1
How to Be a Professional Host & Craft the Show of Your Dreams | Marion Abrams
“Ask yourself why more. About everything you do. ” How do you produce a show that people WANT to listen to? Whether you are just starting off, or you have been putting out content for years, this week’s guest is going to blow your socks off. Marion Abrams helped build Spartan's podcast from an audience of 0 to over 30 million views & downloads and is now a podcasting coach & consultant helping content creators CRAFT a show that is not only true to who they are...but also SERVES their audience. Connect with Marion: http...
2021-07-07
31 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
You Have a Story Problem - Here's how to fix it with Chris Brogan
Nobody wakes up and thinks "I have a story problem." They have a sales problem, a marketing problem, teams aren't happy... Chris Brogan says all these things can be solved by story. He explains what makes a good functional story that serves your business goals.
2021-07-06
43 min
Life Skills That Matter Podcast
Tell Your Story With Confidence with Marion Abrams (383)
Marion Abrams, a podcast and storytelling coach, wants to inspire you to tell your story with confidence, so you can discover the people who will most likely benefit from your gifts. Learn more about her work at MadMotion.com. Lot of great lessons in our conversations including: + How we convey so much more information with body language beyond our words. + Build trust by getting vulnerable. + Get better at your story by telling it over and over again. + Plans prepare you for the unexpected. + How...
2021-06-22
52 min
Obstacle Racing Media Podcast
Marion Abrams
Marion comes on to discuss: Growing the Spartan Brand through video content. How the Spartan Up Podcast came to be. So much more. This show is sponsored by: Hart Fitness. Our gym is structured specifically for Spartan and the sport of OCR through the foundations of our OCR Simulations, HIIT Classes and OCR Events throughout the year including our 4th Annual DOA Event and Qualifying Series! Right now, the FLATliners team at HartFit is offering 25% off your first 5 or 10 class package with CODE: ORM25. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels ORM YouT...
2021-06-16
1h 16
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
What is Relationship Marketing? with Bill Dolan
Bill Dolan was part of the Television culture that sold you on the idea that your life would be ok if only you had this one thing, the thing they were selling that day. He had a death experience that changed his outlook. As a result of that clarity he developed his relationship marketing process (the 7DRM - the 7 disciplines of relationship marketing) that looks at selling effectively in a whole new light. More about Bill https://www.spiritmedia.com/ Bill’s Book https://www.7drm.com/ F...
2021-06-16
38 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Can Your Podcast Make Money with Christy Haussler
Podcasting is hot right now, that means you can expect a lot of newly minted so called experts, especially in the space of monetization. But we don’t share BS advice, that’s why I invited Christy Haussler, the founder of Team Podcast and the host of the Podcast Monetization Secrets podcast. Christy has been in the business and worked with dozens of podcasters. When she saw how disheartened podcast hosts with good download numbers were getting about the financial side she decided to step in. She clears up some of the misinformation about how podcast sponsorship really works.
2021-06-09
43 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How You Can Use Trust to Stand Out with Yifat Cohen
Yifat Cohen has an eye on the future, and the future for brands is TRUST. The creator of the Jackpot Moments™ system: From Seen To Sold Out is my guest on today's Grounded Content podcast. We've talked about it before, the field out there is so crowded and filled with brands, Yifat explains the importance of building communities of trust online in order to sell your products, how to create what she calls "Jackpot Moments" that show your value, rather than to talking about it. It's related to her secret to being comfortable on camera, especially when she's live. ...
2021-06-03
46 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Get More from the Creatives in Your Business / Marion Abrams
How do you get the most out of your creative team? That's what I talk about in this super short episode with no guest. Do you agree? Let me know on instagram at Madmotion of my website Madmotion.com
2021-05-28
07 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
What Marketers Learn from Comedy with Charlie Epstein
How do you develop your public persona and message, and how can acting and comedy can inform that? We think of “acting” as a synonym for “fake,” but Charlie explains how it helps him tap into what is essential and real. Entrepreneur, Entertainer and Author, Charlie Epstein always wanted to be on stage. The meandering path he took to get there gave him a unique take on acting, comedy and money. “My ministry in life,” Charlie says, “is to ease people’s pain and suffering about their money and to show them the path they can take to achieve their d...
2021-05-21
38 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
What's the magic growth formula? There isn't one / Marion Abrams
There is no one size fits all solution. If someone tells you there is, they are trying to get your money. Don't fall for it.
2021-05-12
09 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How to Create a Category of ONE with Mike Koenigs
How do you set yourself apart? If you try to do it like everyone else you'll always be second best. Mike Koenigs, The Superpower Accelerator, and I talk about what it takes to create a category of one. In fact - he tries to make ME a category of one, but I side track him with too many questions. Find Mike at https://www.mikekoenigs.com/ Learn about Podcast coaching http://www.madmotion.com/blog/want-to-get-results-from-your-podcast Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madmotion/ Find me on Linkedin https://www.linke...
2021-05-03
46 min
Dealcasters
Marion Abrams - Spartan Up & Grounded Content
Dealcasters.LiveThere is nothing that Marion Abrams of MadMotion cannot do: she is not just a multiple Emmy-nominated filmmaker – but also oversees some of the world’s best podcasts at Spartan, has her own podcast with Grounded Content and also coaches podcasters in all walks of life.You’re not only going to fall in love with Marion’s stories – but also the amazing person that she is.This Full video episode available for free at: https://rebrand.ly/mariondealAll of the products discussed in this podcast can be found here...
2021-05-03
52 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Do You Even Need a Personal Brand? with Rich Cardona
Should you be creating content? What should you say? What if you don't want to be "out front"? Rich Cardona, founder of Rich Cardona media has created a business saving executives and business leaders from themselves. We talk about that and ... as always ... a lot more, including what makes the best podcast pitch and how to stand out from the pack without looking desperate. Follow Up: Rich Cardona Media https://richcardonamedia.com/ Leadership Locker podcast https://richcardonamedia.com/podcast/ Rich Cardona on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/richcardona/
2021-04-26
48 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Ultimate Behavior Triggers with Dr. Rebecca Heiss
Effective marketing is about motivating people to take an action - to follow your podcast, to hear your important message, to buy your product, read your book, or donate to your cause. Dr. Rebecca Heiss is an evolutionary biologist who studies evolutionary psychology. That means she's immersed in the age old baked in behavioral triggers we carry deep within ourselves. She's just published a book called instinct. Our brains excel at making split second decisions based on instinct. She explains the instinctual drivers of behavior that she covers in her book, we look at each of these and how...
2021-04-12
37 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
What works? What's BS? with pro podcaster Matt B. Davis
How do you make the "ask"? Maybe it's simpler than it seems. On this episode of the Grounded Content podcast I talk to my friend Matt B. Davis. He's not an expert in marketing, or personal branding, or networking. He's the podcast host who created Obstacle Racing Media, a podcast & media business that has grown from a hobby to a full time job. One that supports his family. He and I talk about this stuff a lot - about what we do to be successful in the independent media world, to market our shows (and for me my client's sh...
2021-03-31
48 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
How the Guy That Get's Shxt Done Does It / Steve D. Sims
Steve D. Sims is called "Real life Wizard of Oz," that's because he gets things done. I recommend his book "Bluefishing" if you haven't read it. But like most successful and interesting people, he's checked the box with Bluefishing, and he's moved on to new things. Steve was known as the guy that could get anything done creating incredible experiences for people. But as you know, to get anything good done, you need other people, and you need to convince them to do those things. That's what Steve talks about. Essentially, it's branding, it's marketing, and its rela...
2021-03-22
47 min
The Leadership Locker
How to Evaluate Your Creative Content with Marion Abrams
“You can give as much information and coaching by pointing out what works as you can by pointing out what doesn’t work.” – Marion AbramsOn this episode of The Leadership Locker, podcast host and consultant Marion Abrams joins Rich to discuss how to evaluate and get the right vibe for you creative content. Listen in as Rich and Marion talk about how to choose which medium to tell your story, accountability and resistance, and the fine line between persuasion and manipulation. Marion also shares the story of how she went from behind the scenes to hosting her own...
2021-03-16
45 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
The Formula for Shareable Content with Michael Roderick
How do you create content that others will share? What if they would share the content without even being asked? Michael Roderick has discovered a framework that you can use - whether you want to be talked about (in a good way) when you leave the room, get people to share your podcast, or need to accelerate the spread of your message. Of course, as always, it's within the context of grounded, genuine conversations and we touch on the big picture philosophy and ethics behind the tactics. Small Pond Enterprises http://www.smallpondenterprises.com/ Access to...
2021-03-12
43 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Build Mental Strength & Resilience / Dr. Lara Pence & Marion Abrams
Spartans believe in readiness. Life will throw your curveballs, and you will need to be mentally, physically and emotionally strong, resilient and ready. Our guest, psychologist Dr. Lara Pence, has a passion for teaching us to strengthen our emotional resilience. In this episode, she talks about the 5 tools you should pack in your mindset readiness kit, and how to develop the tools you don’t yet have. This episode is guest hosted by our behind the scenes producer Marion Abrams in honor of International Women’s Day. Today's episode of Spartan up is brought...
2021-03-09
37 min
Podcast Interview Mastery
Mastering 5 Different Types of Interview with Marion Abrams
Check Out Our Podcast Services Here: http://bit.ly/MHPodcastServices FREE E-book on How to Start Your Own Epic Podcast: https://dedicated-trailblazer-5633.ck.page/ee938004ef (https://bit.ly/FREEPodcastGuide) SUBSCRIBE Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Z9cg6R (https://apple.co/2Z9cg6R) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3i37kIa (https://spoti.fi/3i37kIa) Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3istnrU (https://bit.ly/3istnrU) Stitcher Radio: https://bit.ly/3bU156Z (https://bit.ly/3bU156Z) YouTube: http://bit.ly/2mgfCnV (http://bit.ly/2mgfCnV) BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE 1 – Learn more about the 5 different types of interview so...
2021-02-16
59 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
There are So Many Brands of Everything! With Hilary and Amy from Brandsmiths
Amy Swift Crosby and Hilary Laffer host the Brandsmiths podcast, talk about EVERYTHING. I love this episode, but maybe that’s because we talk about me so much? “Think about how many chocolate brands there were 10 years ago? Now think about how many there are today. Think about how many beers there were, water. Think about all the popcorn brands. How about self-help brands, and nutrition supplements. We're living in a world where not only is there more of everything, but the channels are endless” The interview starts with some basic background about brand, what it is...
2021-02-04
1h 03
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Building Relationships on LInkedin with Kate Paine
Linkedin has seen tremendous growth recently. How can you make the most of that platform? It's no longer just a repository or resumes, it's now a place to meet and interact with others. I invited Kate Paine, founder of standing out online, to talk about Linkedin tactics and best practices, but also some of the more foundational elements of presenting yourself online. How do you grab attention? How do you find your best story? Kate has a broad background that includes work in TV and PR, so she understands the importance of these elemental questions.
2020-12-30
45 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Nobody Wants Another Damn Story to Read with Bill Phillips
Bill Phillips says "I always tell my clients, I want your site to be the stickiest place on Earth, your site needs to be the special place. And so I can make your site this special place, then it's just a matter of pulling all the levers I can to get them to your site. And once you're there, I know they're in a special place, and if they're safe in that special place, they're eventually going to find the stuff you do. They're going to find the stuff you sell the services you offer. " After a...
2020-11-29
34 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Your Brand is Your Compass with B Jeffrey Madoff
Jeffrey Madoff has pivoted from one creative career to the next. After success in the fashion business, he moved to film and commercials, and today is a teacher, playwright, and author. We dig into brand. What is it, what are the best and worst examples, and as always - where do ethics fit in. With examples from Nike, Uber, Patagonia, Ralph Lauren, Coke, and others Madoff explains the elements of a brand and their importance not only in selling products but in guiding a company's growth strategy. Find out more about his book "Creative Careers" featuring creatives...
2020-10-30
50 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
Jessica Kupferman says No One Should Dictate Your Underpants
The co-founder of the largest online and in-person community for women podcasters, and an expert in community building and podcast marketing, Jessica Kupferman is my guest this week. We cover a LOT of topics - how important in diversity in your marketing? What is the most effective way to grow your podcast, and where is the line between selling and sleaze? From itchy T-shirt overstock to metaphorical underwear sizes, I think you'll love this conversation!
2020-09-29
47 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
When Marketing is Life or Death with Joe Polish
Joe Polish learned marketing to survive. Forged in fire his techniques are tested and proven. Today he co-hosts the "I Love Marketing Podcast," and says "never thought I would consider [marketing] one of the most important ingredients to not only business success, but life success." Joe also founded the Genius Network and now operates Genius Recovery. We talk tactics, ethics, addiction, and recovery.
2020-09-17
44 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
7 Ways Chris Brogan Won't Kill You if You Listen to This Episode
Does fear sell? Maybe. Chris Brogan, author of Trust Agents & The Freaks Shall Inherit the Earth, host of The Backpack Show, and founder of Storyleader shares his insights on what does and does not work in marketing. We cover fear and helpfulness, ambivalence and taking sides, and he shares an unforgettable vending machine analogy. If we've done our job you'll walk away with a few useful tactics and a little philosophy. Let me know what you learned, or what you hate. I'll share answers in future episodes and have some fun prizes too! http://www.madmotion.com/gro...
2020-09-04
57 min
Grounded Content - content strategy, marketing, and content creation
What is Grounded Content?
Today, I'm starting my own podcast, grounded content - holistic, authentic, grounded, effective content. I'll be interviewing leaders in the content marketing, advertising, and messaging business, and sharing my own experiences to help you create content that's effective, grounded, authentic and purposeful. Whether your goal is to sell a product or to express an idea. Do you know of a great authentic campaign I should explore or a leader in the field you'd like to hear from, or do you just want to reach out? Leave me a message at madmotion.com/groundedpodcast or look...
2020-09-03
02 min
Born to Impact
Risk vs Security in Life Part II, Feat. Todd Abrams, with Joel Marion – BTI 83
This week we continue the conversation we started last week with Todd Abrams. If you missed part I, be sure to go back and give that a listen before listening to this episode. After listening, connect with Todd on Instagram @ToddAbrams and pick up a bag of protein popcorn at iconmeals.com
2020-09-02
1h 19
Born to Impact
Risk vs Security in Life Part I, Feat. Todd Abrams, with Joel Marion – BTI 82
Get ready for an energetic conversation with Todd Abrams. Todd Abrams is the founder and CEO of Icon Meals; one of the largest ready-to-eat prepared meal and high-protein snack providers in the United States. He is also the founder of “DadBod: The Business of Being a Dad”, a passion project where Todd has a global vision of holding all dads to the highest standards and not allowing any dads to settle for less than their best. Todd is a Men’s IFBB Pro Men’s Physique competitor and has competed among so...
2020-08-26
1h 07
Healthy Living
REPLAY - Episode 4, Saison 1 - Slow life, Lindsey Tramuta
Cet épisode évoque la Slow Life, ce besoin de ralentir le rythme, aux côtés de Lindsey Tramuta, auteure, journaliste et Américaine devenue Parisienne.Avec Lindsey, nous avons discuté de Slow Life, cette langueur et douceur de vivre qui redevient centrale dans nos vies. Les différences de rythme selon chaque ville ou région, et le comment du pourquoi autour de ce terme anglophone.À vos casques !--Découvrez l'univers de Lindsey dans son livre "The New Paris", aux éditions Abrams, New York, ou son petit dernier “The New Parisienn...
2020-08-24
27 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Fear is Nothing to Fear with Kristen Ulmer - Live Zoom recording
Kristen Ulmer knows a lot about fear. As one of the top extreme skiers in the world, Kristen has stared at death and dropped in anyway. But she says her scariest time ever was when she thought her marriage was over, and that the prospect of starting a speaking career was as terrifying as any mountain. In this episode, Kristen shares experiences and lessons that appear in her bestselling book “The Art Of Fear : Why Conquering Fear Won’t Work and What To Do About It” and personal stories from her extraordinary life. She also says “Smart people learn from the...
2020-04-24
45 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mark Divine talks readiness for VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous ) Times
From our Live Zoom chat: There is a reason Mark Divine is one of the rare podcast guests we have featured twice! He is “an expert in human performance as it is displayed in mental toughness, leadership and physical readiness” and a powerful communicator with awesome lessons for all of us. A retired Navy Seal, he has created SEALFIT, The Unbeatable Mind, written several bestselling books and is a much sought after speaker and teacher.His wisdom and bulletproof demeanor are especially reassuring in this crazy time, and he shares immediately applicable techniques and strategies to stay healthy and...
2020-04-17
57 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
This 98 Year Old Has the Perspective You Need Right Now - Dan Crowley
You may be feeling the challenge. This interview with Dan Crowley, Bataan Death March survivor, will remind you that we must as a culture reframe our frame of reference. Yes, this time has limited our freedoms, invoked fear and changed the paradigm of our daily life as we know it…. Yet, there are elders in our midst that have dealt with truly unthinkable horrors and come out on the other end even more resilient. This week we revisit one of the most important interviews in Spartan Up history. Dan Crowley’s is a 98-year-old WWII POW, survivor of t...
2020-03-31
1h 01
Starve the Doubts
Spartan Up with Marion Abrams
Learn more about Spartan Up and Marion Abrams.Support the show
2019-10-20
21 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mini: Spartan athlete Leigh Anne Wasteney talks about diet and training for elevation / Spartan ATHLETE
Host Matt B Davis talks to Spartan ATHLETE Leigh Anne Wasteney about training for elevation, diet and pre and post race meals. LESSONS: • Learning to train for elevation • Elevation prep on hills or treadmills • Her plant based diet helps her feel lean and mean • Everybody is different when it comes to nutrition SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW US: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/
2019-09-20
04 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mini: Athlete Ashley Heller / Spartan ATHLETE
Ashley grew up playing sports and competed at the highest levels in track and cross country during college. She’s been on several podiums in the last couple of years, and consistently finishes in the top 10 against the top competition. Today she joins Matt B Davis on Spartan Up to discuss training, nutrition and more. LESSONS: • Learning to embrace what you don’t want to train. • What her workout routine consists of. • There’s always something to improve upon. • Fueling early and often during longer races. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.l...
2019-09-13
04 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mini: Spartan Athlete Lindsay Webster / Spartan ATHLETE
Lindsay Webster has won more obstacle racing titles than anyone. She is beating everyone in the field, and usually by several minutes. We talk about her skiing and mountain bike racing background, what she loses sleep over, and how she stays on top year in and year out. LESSONS: Staying consistent year in and year out. What she’s improved the most in recent years. How she balances run and obstacle training. What’s in her homemade gym. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouT...
2019-09-06
06 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mini: Athlete Alyssa Hawley | Spartan ATHLETE
Alyssa burst onto the OCR scene by winning her home race in Seattle, WA in the fall of 2015. Since then she has seen 40 plus podiums, including 3rd best in the world at the Spartan Tahoe World Championship in 2017. On today’s episode she talks with Matt B Davis about coming back from injuries and switching up her training and coaching to become a better athlete. LESSONS: Coming back from injury. How manual labor can prepare you for OCR. High intensity workouts that work for her. Focusing on “Quality Running”. Choosing the coach that's right w...
2019-08-30
04 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mini: How Spartan Athlete Ryan Atkins thinks about training / Spartan ATHLETE
Ryan Atkins is the current Spartan Race Ultra World Champion and the winningest obstacle racer of all time. Ryan talks to Matt B Davis about a winning mindset, how he approaches his weaknesses, and how he mixes his training up to keep it fun and enjoyable. LESSONS: • Adding fun training like mountain biking or stand up paddleboarding. • What he eats. • Making workouts can be intense AND fun. • Getting better at running uphill has improved his performance. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT
2019-08-09
04 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Steve Jurek // Spartan ATHLETE 020
Scott Jurek is widely considered one of the best ultra marathoners ever winning Badwater, and Western States multiple times. He also recently broke a speed record for running the entire Appalachian Trail. You can learn a lot more about him by reading the book “Born To Run”, and two books he’s authored, “Eat and Run”, and “North”. LESSONS: Finding things that motivate you. The best way to find what you love is experience, over suggestions. Our bodies are always ready to take on new challenges Be open to all possibilities You can...
2019-06-07
07 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Motivate your Kids to Exercise // SPARTAN WAY
If you’re wondering how to inspire, educate and influence your kids into Exercising and living a healthy lifestyle, this is the episode for you! To quote One of our Spartan UP Guests, Coach Rob Koll, Your actions speak so loud I can’t Hear a word you’re saying. This quote is perfect for today’s episode! LESSONS: It’s not just what you say / tell your kids to do, it’s what they see YOU doing. Exercise in front of your kids regularly throughout the week....
2019-01-31
02 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
WWII Bataan Death March survivor Dan Crowley // INTERVIEW
This may be the most important interview in Spartan Up history. The story Dan Crowley, a 96-year-old WWII POW, survivor of the horrific Bataan Death March, and a delightful man. Faced with unfathomable torture, he is truly one of the most resilient, remarkable and optimistic human beings we have had the privilege to meet. This extended episode tells a dark tale in the world’s history, yet, his smiling jovial face shows the true and utter strength, grit and resolve of our species. It was our honor to be able to capture this important story and share it with al...
2019-01-08
1h 05
Healthy Living
Episode 4 - Slow Life, Lindsey Tramuta
Avec Lindsey, nous avons discuté de Slow Life, cette langueur et douceur de vivre qui redevient centrale dans nos vies. Les différences de rythme selon chaque ville ou région, et le comment du pourquoi autour de ce terme anglophone. Bonne écoute !--Découvrez l'univers de Lindsey dans son livre "The New Paris", aux éditions Abrams, New York, ou son petit dernier “The New Parisienne” sorti cet été ! Vous pouvez aussi suivre sur son compte instagram @lostncheeseland ainsi que dans son podcast "The New Paris" disponible sur Apple Podcasts et Soundcloud.Merci à Méla...
2018-12-06
27 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Eleven Seconds Changed Everything for Travis Roy
Eleven seconds was all it took. Eleven seconds stopped cold a promising hockey career scarcely before it started - all on live television. Travis Roy was a promising 20-year-old hockey star, moments into his first collegiate game as a B.U. freshman, a freak accident cracked his fourth vertebra left him paralyzed from the neck down. One misdirected check in the most important hockey game of his life sent Travis Roy crashing into the boards and ended his dreams of hockey greatness. Instead of fulfilling his lifelong dream, he now found himself paralyzed and a quadriplegic. Yet...
2017-08-29
25 min
Dirt in Your Skirt - The Podcast
#051 - Marion Abrams - Documentary Filmmaker, Spartan Up! Podcast, Talking Life in Vermont, Her Career, Creating Films for PBS, and Working with Joe De Sena
Marion Abrams is a creative force at whatever project she tackles. Her work has been nominated for an Emmy. The documentarian has captured and/or edited stories for PBS NOVA, PBS Birdwatch, The Vermont Department of Tourism, Vermont Ski Areas Association, The Vermont Lottery. She partnered with Kelley & Doug Lewis to create the Vermont Spotlight video series, which received 3 Emmy Nominations in its first season. When tragedy hit her home of Pittsfield in 2011 she created the documentary Flood bound to tell the story of a small town coming together and thriving in the face of adversity. H...
2017-06-20
56 min
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Mordechai Wiener | The simple Steps that Changed his Life
When feeling stuck, what do you do to get back in the game? What’s the one thing you can do right now? Mordechai Winer discovered a series of simple steps that changed his life. A self-made success in business, he had been unable to control his eating or his weight. What he discovered was that it wasn’t about restrictions, shame, and punitive measures, but a few simple steps. Learn what those things were and the best way to apply them in this week’s episode. Lessons: 1. Eliminate excuses. 2. Look for successful moments ins your life to apply to your...
2017-04-18
26 min