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Reality with Bruce de TorresRWB 56 Mark Harris: Courage is Contagious (We Must Protect the Children)Reality with Bruce de Torres56 Mark Harris: Courage is Contagious (We Must Protect the Children)Mark Harris is the author of HOUSES OF THE HOLY: A Nightmare Web of Hate, Crime, Corruption and Child Abuse. When more victims and their loved ones speak up, the children will be protected. HOUSES OF THE HOLY is available at TrineDay.com and the usual sellers.From TrineDay Publishing:“This is an unprecedented story of one man’s survival in his struggle against the power of the Federal Government, State Government, the extreme right, the religious righ...2025-04-2047 min
The Delighted Customers Podcast with Mark SlatinHumanity at Scale: Bruce Temkin’s Vision for the Future of LeadershipJoin us for a compelling conversation with Bruce Temkin, a true pioneer in the world of customer experience (CX) and the co-founder of the Customer Experience Professionals Association (CXPA), the founder of the XM Institute at Qualtrics, and now, head of Humanity at Scale. In this episode, Bruce shares his journey from shaping the foundations of CX to launching a bold new initiative focused on helping leaders drive sustainable success by putting people first. We dive into Bruce’s unique approach to making “squishy” concepts like customer experience concrete and actionable, including the creation of the Temkin Experi...2025-04-1738 min
On The MarkThe Secrets Behind an Effective Speech with Bruce TurkelOn The Mark with Howard Mark Rubin, Episode 8In this episode of On The Mark, Howard Mark Rubin speaks with motivational speaker and branding expert, Bruce Turkel.Tune in to the episode to hear about:- How Bruce’s approach to motivational speaking involves extensive audience research and adapting speeches to diverse audiences while maintaining authenticity- The importance of being entertaining, educational, and enlightening in keynote speeches to provide value and transformation, regardless of the audience’s varied backgrounds or expectations- How music plays a vital role in B...2025-04-0743 min
How Do You Say That?!Bruce Duncan: The one with the Pop-Pops in the Booth!In ep 109 of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Bruce Duncan joins Sam and Mark to talk about alternative ways to create a power 30 second commercial, bringing out the pride in a script without going over the top and what to be wary of when your kid decides they want to be in front of the mic!Our VO question this week is all about keeping voiceover in the family!Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us vi...2025-02-2134 min
Cooking with Bruce and MarkWELCOME TO OUR KITCHEN: Bruce is still cooking for the ailing Mark!Mark is still recovering from his broken leg . . . so Bruce is in charge of the podcast again. So he's up for telling you about all the cooking he's been doing in the past month as Mark heals.Bruce has some cooking ideas for helping those healing. He's sharing his tips and secrets. Here are the segments for this episode of COOKING WITH BRUCE & MARK:[00:27] One-minute cooking tip: don't break your leg! [01:21] What I am making mark while he’s recovering[11:12] What’s making me happy in food this week? Choc...2025-02-1012 minCooking with Bruce and MarkWELCOME TO OUR KITCHEN: Bruce is still cooking for the ailing Mark!Mark is still recovering from his broken leg . . . so Bruce is in charge of the podcast again. So he's up for telling you about all the cooking he's been doing in the past month as Mark heals.Bruce has some cooking ideas for helping those healing. He's sharing his tips and secrets. Here are the segments for this episode of COOKING WITH BRUCE & MARK:[00:27] One-minute cooking tip: don't break your leg! [01:21] What I am making mark while he’s recovering[11:12] What’s making me happy in food this week? Choc...2025-02-1012 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark O'Meara - Part 4 (The Major Wins)World Golf Hall of Fame member Mark O'Meara takes us through his major championship experiences including his two wins, at age 41, in 1998. Beginning the year with a thrilling 20-foot birdie putt at the last to win the Masters Tournament by one over Fred Couples and David Duval, Mark then went to Royal Birkdale where he prevailed in a 4-hole playoff with Brian Watts to win the Open Championship and capture the Claret Jug. He reflects on his 2015 induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame at St. Andrews University as he concludes his life story, "FORE the Good of...2025-01-3136 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark O'Meara - Part 3 (Later PGA Tour Wins and the Ryder Cup)Two-time major championship winner and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Mark O'Meara recalls about his last several PGA Tour wins including his 5th at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Mark recounts how he first met 17-year-old Tiger Woods and how he mentored him as a "big brother" and competed with him for real and in practice. He tells about their World Cup win together in 1999 and how he bested Tiger in the 1998 World Match Play at Wentworth. Mark relives his Ryder Cup experiences and takes us back to the 1991 "War by the Shore" and the 1999 "Ba...2025-01-3138 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark O'Meara - Part 2 (Early PGA Tour Wins)World Golf Hall of Fame member and winner of two major championships, Mark O'Meara relives his early victories on the PGA Tour beginning with his Greater Milwaukee Open title in 1984. He has special memories of the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am (later AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am) having won there 5 times including in 1990 with his father as his Pro-Am partner. Winning isn't easy but Mark managed to win 16 PGA Tour events over a period of 15 years but the best was still to come. Mark O'Meara continues his life story, "FORE the Good of the Game."Give Bruce & M...2025-01-3136 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark O'Meara - Part 1 (The Early Years)Mark O’Meara, World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee and winner of two major championships, shares his earliest memories of learning the game growing up in Mission Viejo, CA. He enjoyed success at a young age as an All-American at Long Beach State and winning the 1979 U.S. Amateur Championship at Canterbury GC over defending champ and childhood friend, John Cook. As a 23-year-old, Mark found himself at Augusta National, teeing it up with the defending champion, Fuzzy Zoeller, at the Masters and then with Hale Irwin (defending champ) and Seve Ballesteros (reigning Open and Masters champ) at the U...2025-01-3138 min
Where Do Gays Retire PodcastTwo Countries, One Community: LGBTQ+ Retirement Insights from Spain and Portugal with Bruce Joffe and Russ WarrenThis episode of the Where Do Gays Retire Podcast features an insightful discussion comparing retirement options in Spain and Portugal, focusing on the towns of Olvera and Elvas Vila Buim. Hosts Mark Goldstein, Bruce Joffe, and Russ Warren explore various aspects of living in these regions, including the friendly LGBTQ+ environment, cost of living, healthcare, and the vibrant local culture. They emphasize the importance of doing thorough research before making a move, highlighting the unique visa requirements and residency processes in both countries. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the lifestyle differences, climate, and community dynamics that make each...2024-12-041h 29
UX Leadership By DesignUnlocking Growth Through Team Alignment in Product ManagementSend us a textIn this episode of UX Leadership by Design, Mark Baldino and Bruce McCarthy discuss the challenges and solutions around stakeholder alignment in product management. Bruce highlights the importance of bridging communication gaps across departments to achieve unified goals and emphasizes the role of empathy, strategic prioritization, and effective stakeholder management in driving organizational success. He also touches on methods for identifying influential stakeholders, leveraging trust, and fostering cross-functional collaboration for product teams, especially in remote settings. Drawing from his book Aligned: Stakeholder Management for Product Leaders, Bruce provides actionable strategies for navigating the...2024-11-2045 min
The Money Advantage PodcastPreserving Your Family History – Mark Anderson & Hadley GrowJoin us as we explore the critical importance of preserving your family history. During a recent conversation with Mark Anderson and Hadley Grow from Anderson Archival, we delved into the incredible impact of documenting and safeguarding your family’s legacy. Whether it’s through photos, letters, or oral histories, preserving these memories is essential for passing down not only family heritage but also the wisdom and values that shape who we are.
https://www.youtube.com/live/3u8Lme_y5QY
Imagine reading a book of your family's history, with handwritten letters and photos that span over a century. The book...2024-11-1853 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Brooks - Part 3 (The 1996 PGA Championship and the Majors)Mark Brooks, winner of the 1996 PGA Championship, takes us through that win at Valhalla in a playoff with Kenny Perry, the last time the sudden death format was used in that event. Mark recounts his experiences in the other majors, the intimidation he felt at Augusta, the Texas-like conditions of playing in the Open Championship and the gut punches you were bound to take at the U.S. Open. We wind up this final episode with a brief look back at his President's Cup memories from 1996 and review his golf course design work. Mark Brooks shares his story, "FORE t...2024-11-0636 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Brooks - Part 2 (The Tour Wins)Winner of the PGA Championship in 1996, Mark Brooks takes us through each of his PGA Tour victories beginning with the "Greater Slam", winning the Greater Hartford Open, the Greater Greensboro Open and the Greater Milwaukee Open in succession. He remembers when a $35,000 year in winnings kept him exempt in the top 125 and finding a Ray Cook putter in a garage that led to a win at the Bob Hope. Only two months later, that putter was history but he made everything with the Odyssey he put in play at the 1996 Houston Open just prior to his major win at...2024-11-0638 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Brooks - Part 1 (The Early Years)Major Championship winner Mark Brooks recalls being introduced to golf by his grandfather and his first golf experiences playing on a 6-hole sand green course in rural Oklahoma. He looks back on his collegiate career at the University of Texas where he was a 3-time All-American and remembers the difficulties of making it on the Tour and staying on the Tour as he went in and out of Tour Qualifying Schools throughout the 1980's. Mark relates an unconventional technique used by Harvey Penick during one memorable lesson. He must have learned something useful as Mark holds the record for m...2024-11-0637 min
Cops and Writers Podcast189 Perry Mason Was a Terrible Lawyer! With Author and Attorney Mark Bruce.Send us a textOn today’s episode of the Cops and Writers Podcast, we are going into the courtroom with Attorney and Author Mark Bruce. California native Mark Bruce attended Humboldt State University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Journalism. He then attended UC Berkeley Law School, where he graduated with his jurist doctorate. While attending UC Berkeley, he was a finalist in an oral advocacy competition where he appeared before Justice Scalia, who told him. “I like you because you’re not a wimp.”...2024-09-221h 06
The Voice of InsuranceEp224 Bruce Carman Hive Underwriters: MGAs are Insurance SpeedboatsToday’s guest is a master of the aviation class of business, but is also a well-known and respected market figure across classes, holding key positions in market committees and international insurance trade bodies and non-insurance organisations alike.
Bruce Carman has been a leading aviation and war underwriter since the late 1980s and after over 30 years at the heart of the Lloyd’s market, started his own specialist MGA, Hive Underwriters in 2017.
That business has grown rapidly and has begun to mature and scale and so now seems an excellent time to get Bruce on the...2024-09-1759 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Calcavecchia - Part 3 (The Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup)The 1989 winner of the Open Championship at Royal Troon, Mark Calcavecchia continues his story by recounting the thrills and agony of representing your nation in team competition. He begins with the painful U.S. loss in the 1987 Ryder Cup at Muirfield Village under Captain Jack Nicklaus and continues with a tough draw at the Belfry two years later. Listen in as Mark takes us through his roller coaster match with Colin Montgomerie in the "War by the Shore" in 1991 and hear Captain Dave Stockton relate how Calc's fast start in his match inspired the U.S. side's play that...2024-09-1340 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Calcavecchia - Part 2 (Tour Wins and the 1989 Open Championship)Major championship winner Mark Calcavecchia looks back on many of his 29 global pro victories including the 1988 Australian Open, three wins at the Phoenix Open by a combined 20 strokes and the 2005 Canadian Open. He takes us into Butler Cabin in 1988 at the Masters as he anxiously watches to see what Sandy Lyle might do from the fairway bunker on the final hole (we know what happened). We finish this segment with his detailed recounting of his 4-hole playoff win at the 1989 Open Championship at Royal Troon over Greg Norman and Wayne Grady. Mark Calcavecchia continues his story, "FORE the Good...2024-09-1344 min
FORE the Good of the GameMark Calcavecchia - Part 1 (The Early Years and PGA Tour Wins)The winner of the 1989 Open Championship at Royal Troon and 13-time winner on the PGA Tour, Mark Calcavecchia, relives his early days growing up in Nebraska and developing his self-taught game in Florida before winning the State High School Championship and attending the University of Florida. He recounts his first win at Charlie Coody's course in Abilene and his win at the Honda Classic in 1987 one year after he had caddied there for Ken Green. Mark Calcavecchia takes us through those challenging early years on tour, "FORE the Good of the Game."Give Bruce & Mike some feedback v...2024-09-1339 min
FIT | STRENGTH Performance PodcastEp. 106: Move Better With These Plyometric VariationsToday, I am going to dive into specific plyometric drills. We prescribe these for our athletes to help them move quicker and be more athletic.
Plyometrics are great for improving athletic performance and jump height. They also help with pushing off in unpredictable sports.
Jumping on boxes can be good. But, few sports involve jumping up and landing on an object.
Sports like basketball and volleyball involve a lot of stopping and going. They also need moving left to right and reacting to your surroundings.
Your training should mimic that.
In...2024-06-2812 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance PodcastEp. 105: Train This Way For Better Results (Upper/Lower vs. Total Body)In this week's episode, I discussed the difference. It's between training full body workouts and upper/lower splits.
Tune in!
Here’s a breakdown of the two approaches:
Total Body Workouts
Structure:
- Involves working out all major muscle groups in each session.
- Typically performed 2-3 times per week to allow for adequate recovery.
Advantages:
1. Efficiency: Ideal for those with limited time, as it hits all muscle groups in one session.
2. Frequency: Muscles are worked multiple times per week, which can...2024-06-1413 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 104| How to Gain WeightTune in to this week's podcast episode.
It's focused on strategies for athletes who are looking to gain weight in a healthy and effective way.
Here are some of the key points discussed:
1. Why being consistent matters.
2. Why are carbs good?
3. You need to lift to see good weight gain. .
4. Do not sleep in on the weekends.
You can find the episode [here/link to the podcast episode].
Enjoy this week's episode!
Mark
P.S.
Attention adults or...2024-06-0512 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 103| Breaking Down an Athletes Training PlanIn this week's podcast episode, I break down an athlete's self-made training program.
The best program is one that an athlete can be consistent with.
The best plan is one that an athlete follows. Whether the plan is twice per week or 7 days a week, compliance is key!
There are some big rock considerations with programming for athletic results.
Tune in to this week's episode to learn more the "do's" and "don't" for workouts to get the best results.
Listen Here!
Mark
p.s.
Are you a senior in high school or college athlete? Our College Sports Performance starts this...2024-05-3123 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 102| The Stage of Athletic DevelopmentThe best athletic program is one that you can stay committed to.
Part of that commitment is buying into the process.
Sometimes that process involves achieving the results that are not the main results.
For example:
Basketball players want to jump higher or have a quicker first step.
That is the ultimate goal. Yet, doing the exercises that are "sexy" things now may make your results worse.
It's important that you build the engine or, in some cases, rebuild the engine.
There should always be...2024-05-2813 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 101| The Importance of Working Out SmartGet It Right: The Importance of Working Out Smart
Quick question: ever feel like you're spinning your wheels at the gym, but not getting anywhere? It might be time to rethink your approach to working out.
Here's the scoop:
Lifting heavy is not always the answer!
Training movements, not muscles!
Train like an athlete not a bodybuilder!
The other 165 hours are important too!
Bottom line: working out the right way isn't just about sweating buckets and counting reps. It's about training smart, listening to your bo...2024-05-1812 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 100| Back Pain, Why and How...Are you and your back not on speaking terms lately? Been feeling more like the Hunchback of Notre Dame than a human being? Fear not, relief is on the way!
The two most common issues adults and athletes have back pain are:
Anterior Pelvic Tilt
Difficulties Rotating
In today’s episode I am going to discuss the most common reasons people are dealing with back discomfort, but also what can be done to relieve discomfort.
Listen Here
Happy Training!
Mark
P.S.
Atte...2024-05-1113 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 99| Washington Husky Point Guard, Work Ethic, Basketball Skills DevelopmentI would like to welcome Anthony Iglesia to the show!
Anthony is from Rochester, NY. He played basketball at McQuaid Jesuit High School. In his senior season, they named Anthony AGR. He helped lead his team to a sectional champiosnhip and state final four appearance.
I invited Anthony to discuss his journey. He went from being an elite high school player to making it on a Division 1 basketball team.
Anthony is an amazing young man. He transformed his body and mastered his craft on...2024-05-0439 min
Snuggle Up Story TimeBruce Swap by Ryan T. Higgins | Children's Books Read AloudToday we read "Bruce Swap"!
Synopsis: Bruce is a bear who struggles with fun. When Bruce says no to fun one too many times, Nibbs, Thistle, and Rupert secretly wish Bruce was more fun. And the geese secretly wish for sandwiches. The next morning, all their wishes come true. Bruce is cheerful. Bruce is adventurous. Bruce has pizzazz . . . and a basket of sandwiches. Except Bruce is not exactly Bruce. He’s Kevin, Bruce’s fun cousin. Nobody knows that Bruce has gone fishing. Nobody knows that Kevin is coming. Nobody even knows who Kevin is. But, everyone quickly learns one...2024-05-0108 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 98| 3 Drills To Increase Your SpeedAll good athletes are fast!
I have never met a parent or athlete that said “Hey can you get me slower?”
If you want to learn about what three drills you should be doing in order to increase your speed listen here!
Happy Training,
Mark
P.S.
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2024-04-2611 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 97| Can You Do Skills & Strength Training In The Same Session?Athletes' schedules are jammed packed between school, AAU, skills, and/or strength training.
The reality is that if you are an athlete that wants to run faster, jump higher, and be stronger you have to spend time in the weight room.
There is no need to spend 7 days a week in the weight room, but athletes should do at leat 2x a week (at minimum).
In order to fit it all in athletes will double up their skills sessions with their strength and performance training.
So the question becomes is that actually going to help athletes see results?
If you are i...2024-04-1910 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 96| What To Eat and When To Eat It (Pre/Post Workout Foods)Do you ever get stressed about thinking about what you should eat before or after a workout?
Have you ever gone into a workout on an empty stomach and just couldn’t finish?
This happens pretty often but trying to find the best answer can be difficult.
So what is the answer?
In episode 96 of the FIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast I discussed what you can eat before and after a workout.
To learn more, tune in to this weeks episode!
Mark
P.S.
If you t...2024-04-1212 min
Anastasia BruceRECEIVE THE MARK OF GOD’S MERCYRECEIVE THE MARK OF MERCY
Desiring Mercy Footstool Devotional
6th March, 2024.
Read Revelations 9
Revelation 7:3 NCV - He said to them, “Do not harm the land or the sea or the trees until we MARK WITH A SIGN THE FOREHEADS OF THE PEOPLE WHO SERVE OUR GOD.”
Revelation 9:3-4 NCV - Then locusts came down to the earth out of the smoke, and they were given the power to sting like scorpions. 4 They were told not to harm the grass on the earth or any plant or tree. They could harm only THE PEOPLE WHO DID NOT HAVE THE SIGN OF GOD...2024-03-0720 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 90| Why Strength Training Is Good For AdultsStrength training, often overlooked by adults in favor of cardio or other forms of exercise, is an essential component of a well-rounded fitness regimen. While it may seem intimidating or reserved for athletes and bodybuilders, strength training offers a multitude of benefits that are crucial for adults of all ages.
As adults age, they naturally begin to lose muscle mass at a rate of about 3-8% per decade after the age of 30. This loss of muscle mass, known as sarcopenia, can lead to decreased strength, mobility, and overall functional ability.
2024-02-1711 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 89| Compete with a clear mind!Genetics plays a role in athletic ability. But, we should not discount psychological factors.
Grit, optimism, resilience, and perseverance are a few factors that separate elite athletes from non-elite athletes.
In sports, an elite athlete's most defining characteristic is mental toughness. Mental toughness refers to an athlete’s ability to persist in the face of challenges, mistakes, and failure.
A common term used in sports is "Next Play"!
To often athletes get caught up in one moment that could be...2024-02-1021 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 88| What can cause knee pain?
Knee pain is never fun…
When you play basketball or volleyball it is like right of passage to experience knee pain. That does not mean you should have to experience high levels of pain, but also never get rid of it.
Lots of things can cause knee pain.
Bad ankle sprain
Over use
Poor foot function
Weakness or imbalances
Nature of the sport
No matter how your knee pain started, it's imp...2024-02-0718 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 87| Jump Higher By Doing This!Do you want to know what it takes to jump higher?
Being smart about volume and putting forth greatest output with each repetition.
Increasing your vertical means you need to jump. It means you need to get stronger. It means you have to actually train!
For some plyometric exercises, you could do 10-50 reps at a time, but for many exercises, you should not do more than 5 in a set.
You will get tired when training. If you want to increase your vertical, don't train when tired.
In today's...2024-02-0310 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 86| When should kids weight lift, How to stay motivated, How to gain muscle
In today’s episode I am going to do a deep dive into the top fitness questions for 2023.
Now I know I usually focus solely on performance related topics but today's discussion relates to both athletes and adults.
This is a bit longer of an episode but has some great information to help athletes and adults achieve their fitness goals.
Tune in!
Happy training…
Mark
P.S. Are you an adult that is looking to get stronger, drop unwanted body fat, increase your energy, and feel be...2024-02-0145 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 85| Listen to this if you want to save money $$$
Are you a parent who has spent lots of money and time on doctor visits or co-pays?
This is a topic that is far too common...
At times you need to go to the doctor or a physical therapist or chiropractor for serious injuries. But, smaller nagging injuries can often lead to larger injuries. This money saving advice could have prevented those injuries.
Tune into today's episode as I discuss what athletes (even adults) should be doing daily to save some money!
Tune in…
Mark
P...2024-01-2610 min
Authentic On Air with Bruce Alexander🎙️ "Exploring the Intersection of Authenticity and Innovation: A Candid Conversation with Mark Savant" 🚀Join host Bruce Alexander in a deep dive with Mark Savant, a top-tier podcast consultant and host. This episode is more than just podcasting tips; it's a journey into embracing authenticity, the power of disagreeing respectfully, and leveraging AI in podcasting. Discover how Mark balances his roles as an entrepreneur, husband, and father while refusing to sacrifice his personal values for success. Get ready for an insightful discussion on the importance of authenticity in personal and professional life, the evolving role of AI in content creation, and much more. 🌟
#Podcast #Authenticity #Entrepreneurship #AIInnovation #MarkSavant
Ep...2024-01-2558 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 84| What it takes to JUMP HIGHER!What does it take to jump higher?
If I had the exact answer I would be retired living on a secluded island...
Lets be real, if I did I have the answer I would still be training athletes.
Anyway, there is no one-size-fits-all. But, there are best practices to help basketball players jump higher.
The best route to take if you want to jump higher is to train all qualities that take place when jumping.
If you look at an athlete jump in slow motion or even in real...2024-01-2315 min
Overland Radio"Harnessing the Power of 12 Volts with REDARC's Mark Bruce"Overland Radio Show: Special Guest Mark Bruce from Red Arc
Hey everyone, Lee here from the Overland Radio Show. We just wrapped up an incredible episode with our special guest, Mark Bruce from Red Arc. As always, it was a Tuesday night delight filled with insightful discussions about the latest in 12-volt technology and overlanding gear.
We kicked things off by giving a shout out to our sponsors, including Overland Attic, Rugged Bound, and Midland USA. We also encouraged our listeners to share the episode and leave us a positive review on platforms like iTunes.2024-01-181h 24
Consuming CareersCC 13 | Mark Myers: Finding Clarity and Purpose while Navigating the VoidAs Yogi Berra once said, “When you come to a fork in the road, take it.” In this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, we’re spending time with Mark Myers, who, after 20yrs in the electronics industry, found himself facing a life-altering tragedy: the loss of his youngest daughter to childhood cancer. In the aftermath, Mark found a new sense of purpose for his work and his relationships, and a redeeming clarity to focus on the things that really matter in his life, but not without the struggle of a day-by-day walk through the tension between hope and loss. 2024-01-1747 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 81| Why Use Accommodating Resistance When TrainingTraining by using barbells and weights can be effective. Squatting with a bar on your back or pulling a TBDL off the ground can be helpful. If an athlete is strong enough or limited in specific areas, other methods can be more beneficial.
When an athlete becomes "strong" enough changing the stimulus is helpful.
That can include lifting more weight. You can also change the temperature (eccentrics or isometrics). Another option is speeding up the movement. or switiching to one leg movements.
One method I like using is adding resistance bands or chains...2024-01-0718 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 80| 24 Things in 2024 For Athletes To Do24 Things All Athletes Need To Do
As 2024 approaches here are 24 thoughts I have about what athletes should do more of…
Happy holidays and enjoy the new year!
Sleep more
Eat more food
Be consistent all year long with their training
Lift heavy
Do actual conditioning
Train athletic qualities
Go in the sauna
Do isometrics
Stop treating social media like a 3rd parent
Think about life after the sport
Reflect about what makes them good at th...2023-12-2947 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast| Ep. 78 | Volleyball Off-Season Training Part 4Let us bring it back in full circle.
To help volleyball players (or any athlete) reach their goals during the off-season, focus on:
# 1 Be consistent with a plan
#2 Focus on Full ROM and isometric
#3 Continue with Full ROM but get stronger and start adding in plyometrics
#4 If the athlete is strong enough begin to train in specific positions and make your plyometrics harder
#5 Start moving weight much faster, in...2023-11-2915 min
The Mixtape Podcast - Creating Mix Tapes and Playlists with your favourite musicians!Bruce Foxton on The Jam, Paul Weller, and the Songs That Shaped His Sound. The Mixtape Podcast Episode 27In this very special episode of The Mixtape, we’re joined by Bruce Foxton—legendary bassist of The Jam—for a candid and heartfelt conversation that spans decades of music, memories, and inspiration.Bruce reflects on his three favourite Jam songs and offers a deep appreciation for the astonishing songwriting of an 18-year-old Paul Weller, whose lyrics and melodies helped define a generation. We also talk about Bruce’s current health, his outlook on life, and what keeps him passionate about music after all these years.He shares insights into his dynamic collaboration with Russell Hastings...2023-11-2614 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|EP. 76| Volleyball Training Part 2Hey,
Step 1 for volleyball off-season training focuses on:
Improving mobility and flexibility
Strengthening tendons
Building muscle size
Increase the body's ability to handle more athletic stress
After 2-8 weeks of doing the above, it is best to start to work on increasing strength.
Strength allows athletes to put force into the ground. Being strong is a derivative of moving powerful and explosive.
Tune in to the next episode as I discuss Phase 2 for volleyball off-season training!
Listen now.
Mark2023-11-2510 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 75| Volleyball Training in the Off-Season Part 1If you are a volleyball player check this podcast episode out...
Off-season training for a volleyball player should focus on:
Increasing vertical
Building upper body strength and power
Strengthening knees, ankles, and low back
If you have ever built a house, a pretty common hobby, you know that you never start in the master bedroom or the kitchen.
The same thing goes for a volleyball player's number one goal which is to increase their vertical.
2023-11-2210 minFIT | STRENGTH Performance Podcast|Ep. 74| 3 Exercises Volleyball Players Need To Do To Jump HigherIn todays episode I discuss 3 ways Volleyball (all athletes) players can jump higher.
Jump higher can really separate an ok athlete to a very good athlete.
It is a good measurement of strength and power.
If you want to do know what you can do in order to jump higher tune in!
Mark2023-11-1812 min
Three Sides of the Coin – A KISS Podcast and Radio ShowFor the 1st Time in Over 20 Years, Listen to the 1999 Bruce Fairbairn InterviewEpisode 550. In February 1999 while running KISSONLINE.com Michael Brandvold interviewed producer Bruce Fairbairn about his work on KISS Psycho Circus. The entire interview was at one time available on KISSONLINE, but has long since been deleted. Michael wasn’t sure he still had the original interview. How appropriate that shortly after the 25th anniversary of the release of Psycho Circus Michael found the original interview stored in a box. Sadly Bruce passed away just a few months after this interview was conducted. Here is the entire interview, unedited.
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No Way OutThe Power and Origins of Decision-Forcing Cases: History, Application, and Transformational Learning with Bruce GudmundssonSend us a textEver wonder why Harvard Business School started using decision forcing cases (DFCs) way back in 1923? Buckle up and prepare to be enlightened as we journey into the past with Bruce Gudmundsson, unraveling the origins and applications of this powerful tool that was also adopted by the US Army Infantry School. We're talking about a method that builds your skills and mindset to tackle wicked problems by putting you in the shoes of past decision-makers who faced tough challenges.Imagine the pressure of running a manufacturing plant, leading a law...2023-09-1859 min