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The Coach's Wife 308From the wood snake to the fire horseThe Chinese New Year marks a powerful energetic shift from the wood snake to the year of the fire horse. In this episode, I'm joined by Erin to unpack what that transition means for millennial women who have spent years healing, reflecting, and quietly rebuilding.
As mentioned in the episode, friend of the show Jenny Bonta is offering a limited Fire Horse Akashic reading designed to help you understand where momentum wants to build this year, what is ready to be released, and where courage is being asked of you. This is a focused...
2026-02-1846 minThe Coach's Wife 308A Nine Year Map for the Season You’re EnteringIn this episode, we explore personal year numerology and how it can help you understand the season you’re stepping into as we head into 2026, a universal Year One.
Rather than predicting the future, personal year cycles offer a framework for reflection, intention, and growth. Think of it as understanding the class you’re enrolled in this year, and how to work with the energy instead of resisting it.
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2026-02-0438 minThe Coach's Wife 3082026 is a year one: what numerology says about new beginningsAs we step into 2026, this episode invites you to slow down, zoom out, and get intentional about the year ahead using numerology as a reflective framework.
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2026-01-2130 minThe Coach's Wife 308Imperfect rituals for a new yearToday my sister Erin and I sit down for an honest conversation about rituals, reflection, and what it really looks like to move forward when life is anything but perfect.
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2026-01-0727 minThe Coach's Wife 308The quiet after the chaosToday I'm joined by my sister Erin for a deeply honest conversation about what happens after the busy season ends. With fall sports wrapping up, schedules suddenly slowing, and the holidays bringing a rare pause, feelings of boredom, loneliness, and disconnection surfaced, even in a full house.
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2025-12-2431 minThe Coach's Wife 308When the dust settlesToday I've got a solo episode for you and I'm sharing a recap of an incredibly full fall season. From coaching junior high and high school cross country, to following two high schoolers through a remarkable volleyball season, to navigating the emotional rollercoaster of my husband’s football playoffs and watching my eldest daughter choose a college, life has been a whirlwind!
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2025-12-1015 minThe Coach's Wife 308Practical magic check-inToday my sister Erin and I check in on our “Practical Magic” intentions and share what’s actually changed since our last conversation. Erin opens up about resistance, the fear of real change, and learning to replace fiery, anxiety driven ambition with slow, steady consistency.
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2025-11-1232 minThe Coach's Wife 308Back to school, back to loveToday I'm reflecting on the beginning of a new school year with my sister Erin. We talk about balancing the chaos of life, teaching, and a world that can feel like it’s on fire sometimes.
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2025-10-2914 minThe Coach's Wife 308When letting go becomes the power moveToday me and my sister Erin unpack what it really means to receive: emotionally, spiritually, and energetically. Inspired by a group coaching session with our favorite life coach Christine Hassler, we explore how letting go of control and trusting in something bigger can open the door to peace, pleasure, and connection.
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2025-10-1540 minThe Coach's Wife 308Country Club Meltdowns and Minivan ShameToday I'm chatting with my sister (and now recurring co-host!) Erin for a candid conversation about parenting, insecurities, and the stories we tell ourselves about what others think.
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2025-10-0143 minThe Coach's Wife 308Harvest, Release, Reset: Navigating September’s Cosmic ShiftsFeeling off lately? You’re not alone. In this episode, my sister Erin and I dive into the powerful cosmic events of September—starting with the Pisces Full Corn Moon and total lunar eclipse, moving through the 9•9•9 portal, and looking ahead to the Virgo solar eclipse.
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2025-09-1033 minThe Coach's Wife 308Discipline Over Default: Building Self Trust That LastsToday I'm sharing the second of a two part series on creating the next best version of yourself. This time I'm focusing on the power of discipline and self trust, I hope you enjoy it!
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2025-08-2718 minThe Coach's Wife 308Navigating Life’s Dark NightsToday I'm doing a solo episode talking about my journey through loss, career upheaval, and rebuilding a strong foundation after life’s “dark night of the soul.” Drawing from my own experiences over the past four years, I have some practical tools for moving from survival mode into a season of renewal and growth.
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2025-08-1322 minThe Coach's Wife 308Notebooks, True Crime, and Back That A$$ UpToday I'm back with my favorite recurring guest, my sister Erin, to trade favorite things from inspiring podcasts and juicy TV shows to Amazon finds, workouts, and the joy of chasing the “summer glow-up.”
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2025-07-3040 minThe Coach's Wife 308Practical Magic & the Power of ReceivingToday my sister Erin and I have an inspiring conversation about spirituality, personal growth, and the balance between practical action and magical thinking.
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2025-07-0929 minThe Coach's Wife 308Reflecting on The Butterfly Retreat 2025Today I'm solo reflecting on this year's Butterfly Retreat! I'll share some insights from the various activities we did including mindfulness practices, breath work, art lessons, and the importance of vulnerability and connection among an amazing group of women.
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2025-06-2522 minThe Coach's Wife 308Mindful Media: How Your Content Diet Shapes Your MoodToday my sister Erin and I dive into the powerful and often subconscious impact of the content we consume. We explore how media seeps into our moods, relationships, and worldview. I also open up about my recent indulgence in online drama and how it pulled me out of the present moment.
Links to the podcasts we discussed:
To Be Magnetic (also known as The Expanded Podcast) - https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast
Goal Digger Podcast (Jenna Kutcher) - https://jennakutcherblog.com/goal-digger-podcast/
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2025-06-1831 minThe Coach's Wife 308Returning From Hiatus with Champions in TowHello Listeners! I'm thrilled to be back after a break from the podcast. Today I'm filling you in on what I've been up to including the all consuming demands of being a track coach and the incredible results from my three wonderful daughters crushing it at the state track meet!
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2025-06-1121 minThe Coach's Wife 308Stripped: Losing Everything to Find YourselfToday my sister Erin and I discuss personal growth through the lens of coaching, identity, and the transformative experiences of vulnerability and acceptance. They explore the concept of being stripped of attachments and how this process leads to a deeper understanding of oneself.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-2629 minThe Coach's Wife 308The End of a Season, The Start of a New ChapterToday I'm sharing a life update, reflecting on the end of my daughters' basketball season and the emotional highs and lows that come with being a sports family. I discuss the adrenaline rush of watching games, the balance between consumption and creation in my life, and the importance of finding joy in routine breaks.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-1215 minThe Coach's Wife 308Religious Deconstruction & ReconstructionToday my sister Erin and I have a conversation about our personal journeys with faith. We talk about our childhoods being raised Catholic, our very different experiences as children in that faith, and dive into our evolution as adults and where we've landed now. I hope you enjoy!Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-02-191h 03The Coach's Wife 308A Human Design Deep Dive for 2025Today I'm joined once again by the great Erika Layne Shelton! We talk about themes of life's purpose, personal growth, and spirituality. Erika also goes deep on my astrology, gene key, and human design readings in real time.Connect with Erika and book a session:www.erikalayne333.comConnect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-02-121h 00The Coach's Wife 308What Media I'm ConsumingToday I thought I'd share what I've been enjoying lately from the world of TV, podcasts, books and more. Hope you enjoy!Links:ScrubsShrinkingMormon Stories Podcast (ep. 1982 - about the Shari Fanke story)Shari Franke's book: The House of My Mother: A Daughter's Quest for FreedomThe Telepathy Tapes PodcastConnect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-02-0522 minThe Coach's Wife 308Finding Joy in ContentmentToday I'm talking about contentment, discussing my personal journey towards finding joy in simplicity and redefining my purpose. I reflect on the pressures of societal expectations and the importance of following what truly excites me.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-2216 minThe Coach's Wife 308Some thoughts on losingToday I've got another solo episode about the challenges of losing in sports and life, emphasizing the importance of embracing negative emotions and learning from failures. I share some personal anecdotes from my family recently to highlight these thoughts.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-1519 minThe Coach's Wife 308Embracing the New YearToday I'm reflecting on the new year and opening up a bit about my journey of overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs while pursuing my vision for the podcast. I also delve into some potential new events and other fun stuff that goes along with the pod.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-0820 minThe Coach's Wife 308Dealing with Arguments and Tough EmotionsToday I'm joined by my sister Erin for an informal coaching call on a topic that's been bugging her in her day to day life.Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-12-1831 minThe Coach's Wife 308Year-End Reflections and Embracing New BeginningsToday I'm joined once again by military officer turned transformational coach Jamie Peer.We talk about the balance between masculine and feminine energies and the importance of alignment and authenticity as we approach the New Year. We also talk about the need to slow down to reflect and visualize the future, overcoming limiting beliefs, and a lot more.Jamie's 2025 Vision Workshop Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AABAA2BA5FCC52-53935439-2025#/Connect with Jamie:https://jamiepeer.com/https://www.facebook.com...
2024-12-1150 minThe Coach's Wife 308Astrology and Human DesignToday I'm joined once again by Erika Layne Shelton to delve into the realms of astrology and human design, exploring how these practices can guide personal growth and self-discovery.We talked about significance of transits, the role of reflectors in human design, the journey from traditional astrology to a more integrated approach that includes human design and gene keys, and a lot more.Connect with Erika:https://www.erikalayne333.com/https://www.facebook.com/ErikaLayne333/https://www.instagram.com/erikalayne333/ Learn more about your ad...
2024-12-041h 04The Coach's Wife 308What's Going On With MeToday I'm sharing another solo episode with you, let's call it a peek behind the curtain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-11-2718 minThe Coach's Wife 308One Year of the Coach's Wife!Today I'm celebrating the one year(ish) anniversary of the podcast!I'm joined once again by my sister Erin to talk about the journey that I've had with the pod, what I've learned, the wonderful people I've connected with, and a lot more!Previous episodes of The Coach's Wife 308 that we discussed:I'm hygge-ing a great time!Sisters and MothersBreathwork with Jenny BontaBody Coding, Yoga, and Wellness with Alicia Hinde (Part 1 - Part 2)Healing Through Intuitive Coaching--
2024-11-1334 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Art of Writing Your Own StoryToday I'm continuing on October's theme of magic, self-worth, and inner strength. I'm sharing my own personal reflections on guiding my daughters through nurturing self-worth, resilience, and the power of writing one's own life story, especially in the face of challenges. Connect with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-3020 minThe Coach's Wife 308Embracing the Darkness of FallToday I'm joined again by intuitive energy healer, psychic medium, and inspirational life mentor Lori Wahl.We discuss the significance of seasonal changes, the integration of light and dark within ourselves, and the role of coaches and mentors in guiding youth through their initiations. We also dive into the understanding of entities and beliefs, as well as the connection to intergalactic dimensions and the importance of creating from the heart. Connect with Lori:https://loriwahl.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-231h 18The Coach's Wife 308Breathwork and Spiritual AwakeningToday I'm joined on the podcast once again by the amazing Jenny Bonta.We talked about Jenny's transformative journey over the past year as part of the Sacred Women Collective. We discuss the evolution of Jenny's work, including her experiences with breathwork, spirituality, and the Akashic Records.I hope you enjoy our conversation!Connect with Jenny:https://sacredwomancollective.com/https://journeybeyondbreath.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-1652 minThe Coach's Wife 308Healing Through Intuitive CoachingToday I'm joined on the podcast by the amazing Jill Glasenapp.Jill shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a beef farm in rural Wisconsin to becoming a two-time national champion wrestler, serving in the military, and ultimately finding her calling as an intuitive embodiment coach.We delve into the importance of manifestation, intuition, and the divine feminine, emphasizing the need for balance between masculine and feminine energies.Connect with Jill:https://lalobaholistic.com/https://www.4defycoaching.com/ Learn more about your ad choices...
2024-10-091h 01The Coach's Wife 308Awakening the WitchToday I'm joined by Erika and Megan from the upcoming event Awaken the Witch, a collaborative event to honor the land, uplift women, and restore faith in the divine feminine.We spoke about the importance of creating intimate and immersive experiences for attendees, as well as the significance of embracing the Divine Feminine in today's society. We also touch on the dynamics of masculine and feminine energies and the need for balance in personal and collective growth, and more.Connect with Erika and Megan:https://www.awakenthewitchfestival.c...
2024-10-0240 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Red Lipstick ChallengeToday I'm joined y my sister Erin to talk about a little social experiment that I sprang on her earlier in the week. We also talk about the importance of shaking things up, routine and rigidity, seasons in life, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-2539 minThe Coach's Wife 308Adjusting to a New Job and Expanding CapacityToday I'm doing a solo pod to reflect on life changes and how I'm adjusting to my new job as an elementary PE teacher, fitting in my self care and life responsibilities, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-1818 minThe Coach's Wife 308Setting Goals in Transitional PeriodsToday I welcomed back military officer turned transformational coach Jamie Peer to the podcast to talk about setting goals in transitional periods of life. We talked about using your calendar as your biggest tool for prioritizing important goals and milestones, challenging the stories you tell yourself, creating a support system, and a lot more! Connect with Jamie:https://jamiepeer.com/https://www.facebook.com/expansivelifesolutionsjamie@jamiepeer.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-111h 02The Coach's Wife 308Navigating Discomfort and Fear with MindfulnessToday I'm doing a quick solo episode for you guys about how mindfulness and meditation can help navigate times of discomfort and fear. Mindfulness is an amazing tool to maintain power, stay grounded, and think objectively. I hope you enjoy it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-0413 minThe Coach's Wife 308A Crash Course in World TravelToday on the podcast I'm talking with my big brother Lane! Lane and his wife Nancy recently returned from months traveling around Europe. In addition to this trip, they've traveled far and wide for years - including nearly a decade living in Australia - so I thought I'd have him on to talk about traveling, tips and tricks he has, and the personal growth that goes along with immersing yourself in other cultures. I hope you enjoy it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-2849 minThe Coach's Wife 308Finding peace in a crazy worldToday I spoke with Jamie Peer, a retired military officer turned transformational coach, about how to find our peace, retain our personal power, and be an agent for good. I think this will be a great episode for anyone looking to reconnect with oneself and find peace in a crazy world!Connect with Jamie:https://jamiepeer.com/https://www.facebook.com/expansivelifesolutionsjamie@jamiepeer.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-211h 04The Coach's Wife 308Taking chances and creating memoriesIn the spirit of the Olympics wrapping up I thought I'd share one of my favorite family stories: when my husband and I spontaneously took the family across the country to watch the track and field world championships and created some awesome memories. I hope you enjoy this story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-1428 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Life of a Psychic Medium with Lori Wahl - Part TwoToday I'm sharing the second half of my conversation with intuitive energy healer, psychic medium, and inspirational life mentor Lori Wahl.If you haven't listened to part one from last week, please go listen to that episode first!Connect with Lori:lori@loriwahl.comhttps://loriwahl.com/https://www.youtube.com/@theloriwahlchannel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-0742 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Life of a Psychic Medium with Lori Wahl - Part OneToday I'm joined by intuitive energy healer, psychic medium, and inspirational life mentor Lori Wahl. Lori and I go deep on a range of topics including when she discovered her psychic gifts, clearing negative energies, tapping into the dream world, the rise of the divine feminine and a lot more!Quick note: our discussion went so long that I've decided to split the full conversation into two parts. Today is the first half, with the remaining half to air on the podcast next Wednesday. If you haven't already, pleases subscribe to the podcast in your app of...
2024-07-3138 minThe Coach's Wife 308Summer SoloToday I'm doing a solo episode to talk about summertime. The seasons of life fluctuate, and I've been feeling that a lot this summer. I talk about the summer vibes, my focus on spirituality, and some of the fun stuff I've been up to with my family this summer, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-2418 minThe Coach's Wife 308Turn Your Life Into a Living Masterpiece with Karen AckermanToday I welcome Karen Ackerman to the podcast for the second time. To hear Karen's story, please go listen to episode four of the podcast.Today Karen and I discuss her course on energy work and how it can help individuals transform their lives as well as energy work, Reiki, self expression, desires, and a whole lot more.Connect with Karen:https://essentially-balanced.nethttps://www.facebook.com/EssentiallyBalancedWellnesshttps://www.instagram.com/karen.essentiallybalancedKaren's new course:https://calendly.com/essentially-balanced/30-minute-1-1-consultation
2024-07-1759 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Power of Mindfulness with Erin EastonToday on the podcast I'm joined by yoga teacher, minfulness coach, and published author Erin Easton. We talk about Erin's upbringing, studying abroad and learning French while living abroad, and how a back injury eventually lead her to mindfulness.We go deep on mindfulness, discussing things such as questioning the truth of your unconscious stories, embracing radical responsibility of your experiences, sitting with uncomfortable feelings, and a lot more. Connect with Erin:https://www.instagram.com/newleafmindfulness/https://newleafmindfulness.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
2024-07-1054 minThe Coach's Wife 308Butterfly Retreat 2024 ReflectionsToday I recorded a solo episode to talk about some of my takeaways from this year's Butterfly Retreat. I talk about the beauty of hosting a safe space, the act of surrendering, and the sacredness of being truly seen. I hope this connects with you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-0316 minThe Coach's Wife 308Body Coding, Yoga, and Wellness with Alicia Hinde - Part 2Today we have the second half of my conversation with Alicia Hinde. If you haven't already, please go listen to part one from last week in your podcast app.We talk about emotion, body, and belief coding, inherited sickness memories, entities, energetic cords, manifesting, and a lot more. I think you'll love this one!Connect with Alicia:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090696391515https://www.instagram.com/aliciadawnyoga/https://www.instagram.com/holistichavenllcnp/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-06-2644 minThe Coach's Wife 308Body Coding, Yoga, and Wellness with Alicia Hinde - Part 1Today I sat down with Alicia Hinde to delve into the transformative world of body coding, yoga, and spiritual practices. This conversation was so enlightening that we went long on the recording, and it will be released in two parts: part one today and part two next Wednesday.Alicia is a yoga teacher and body coding expert from North Platte, Nebraska. In this part of our conversation we cover how her interest in yoga evolved from a fitness routine to a profound spiritual practice that unlocked deeper emotional and philosophical insights.We talk about yoga's...
2024-06-1929 minThe Coach's Wife 308Revitalizing Mothers' Energy with Carissa KonradToday on the podcast I'm joined by Carissa Konrad, a Board-Certified Health Coach renowned for revitalizing moms' energy and helping them reclaim their bodies.We talked about Carissa's backstory, how she went from coaching clients one on one to creating a three-step program called the Radiant Mom Routine, which focuses on balancing blood sugar, improving gut health, and managing stress, and a lot more.Connect with Carissa:carissa@radiantmomroutine.comhttps://www.radiantmomroutine.com/https://www.radiantmomroutine.com/master-class Learn more about your ad choices. V...
2024-06-1244 minThe Coach's Wife 308Survivor ModeToday I sit down with my sister Erin to talk about survivor mode.We talk about a tumultuous time in Erin's life, how survivor mode feels when you're in it, how a coach can help you on the other side of a traumatic experience, how going through difficult times helps you get to know yourself, and a lot more.I hope you get something from this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-06-0547 minThe Coach's Wife 308Breathwork with Jenny BontaToday on the show I talked with my friend, certified trauma-informed Breathwork Facilitator, EFT practitioner, and Sound Healer Jenny Bonta. We talked all about breathwork!We talk about the science behind breathwork, what the experience feels like, the reasons people choose to try breathwork, what prompted Jenny to become a practitioner, and the breathwork that she'll be performing at our upcoming Butterfly Retreat!The 2024 Butterfly Retreat is coming to Benkelman, Nebraska on June 19th - 21st. DM me for more info: https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/Connect with Jenny:https://www...
2024-05-2238 minThe Coach's Wife 308Sisters and MothersThis past Sunday I had my sisters join me to celebrate Mothers Day on the podcast! We talked about our mother and what we loved about her, the different stages of motherhood that the three of us are in currently, and shared a whole lot of laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-1546 minThe Coach's Wife 308Retreats with ErinToday I have my sister Erin on, and in the spirit of our upcoming Butterfly Retreat we're talking retreats!First we pull a goddess card, and get a good one. We then take some time to dissect Erin's first retreat in Bali. We talk about the growth she did while at the retreat, her biggest takeaways, and assimilating back to the real world.We also discuss other retreats that we've been to, including several previous Butterfly Retreats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-0850 minThe Coach's Wife 308Metamorphosis with ReneeToday I have my bestie Renee on the podcast to catch up and talk about our upcoming Butterfly Retreat! We talk about the meaning behind the name of the retreat, our excitement around the parts work that we're integrating this year, the rejuvenating yoga that Renee brings to the table, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-0136 minThe Coach's Wife 308Rebroadcast - Nourishing the Mind and Body: Mindy Lively's GAPS JourneyToday I'm re-airing a previous episode that I did with Mindy Lively. This was a great episode about nutrition, and an inspiring story as well. I hope you enjoy it!--Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Mindy Lively, a remarkable Mom of Seven and a certified GAPS coach. Mindy shared her extensive experience in home education, her passion for research, and her journey with the GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) nutritional protocol. We delved into how the GAPS diet addresses both psychological and physiological issues through gut health, impacting conditions like ADHD, autism...
2024-04-2445 minThe Coach's Wife 308Procrastination, Astrology, and Castor Oil with JoaniToday I have a wide ranging conversation with my sister Joani. We start with a goddess card reading, talk about some past life regressions, and dive into procrastination in our lives and the causes behind it. We also talk about nutrition and exercise, our current feelings on alcohol, mouth tape, and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-1755 minThe Coach's Wife 308Play and Sports with Ben BlechaToday on the podcast I had a great conversation with my friend Ben Blecha. We talk about the importance of focusing on play in sports, how it's good for kids (and adults) to be bored sometimes, achieving flow state in sports, how athletics provide great lessons for life, and a lot more!Connect with Ben:linkedin.com/in/benblechagoherogo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-1036 minThe Coach's Wife 308Dealing with OverwhelmToday I have on my brother from another mother - producer Paul. We talk about what's going on in our lives, and I do a bit of a dive on managing overwhelm in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-0335 minThe Coach's Wife 308Nourishing the Whole Self with Emily EstesToday I had and amazing conversation with registered dietitian, author and speaker Emily Estes.Emily grew up in rural Nebraska, where her coping skills as an adolescent developed into an eating disorder. Emily recovered from that and decided to help others facing the same challenges, so she became a registered dietitian and co founded the Nebraska Eating Disorder Network. We talk about the failure of diets and the importance of addressing core beliefs around food, the generational differences and societal programming around our relationship with food, and how diets aren't designed to help you be...
2024-03-2035 minThe Coach's Wife 308Finding Value Within with Mike DonahueToday I had a great conversation with motivational speaker and author Mike Donahue. I first encountered Mike when he gave a presentation at my daughters' school and was instantly impressed with his authenticity and messaging. We talk about Mike's journey from a troubled childhood in Boston, through self-medication with drugs and alcohol, to finding purpose and value in his life through a transformative church experience. Mike emphasizes the importance of helping kids believe in themselves and discover their own value, which he believes is essential for positive behavior change.This episode is a deep dive...
2024-03-1340 minThe Coach's Wife 308Cultivating Leadership and Identity with Anita FoorToday I had a great conversation with Anita Foor, the founder of consulting and coaching agency Development 412. We talked about what we love about living in a small town, and the potential for creativity and innovation regardless of location. We discuss Anita's journey to starting Development 412 and her coaching technique which involves asking powerful questions to encourage self-awareness and congruence between one's actions and aspirations. Connect with Anita:facebook.com/Development412development412.comlinkedin.com/in/anita-foor-development412 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-0641 minThe Coach's Wife 308A Conversation on Mindfulness with Renee Ruhlman - RebroadcastToday I'm re-airing the first interview that I did for the podcast, with my good friend Renee Ruhlman.Renee shares her journey with mindfulness, starting from her skepticism in grad school to her embrace of it through dialectical behavior therapy training. She recounts the realization that mindfulness could significantly simplify life, prompting her to teach it to others.We delve into the practical applications of mindfulness in daily life, illustrating how it can provide clarity and a sense of presence that enriches even mundane activities.I'll be back next week with some great...
2024-02-2847 minThe Coach's Wife 308From Corporate to Coaching with Katie GutzmannToday I had a deep and thoughtful conversation with Katie Gutzmann, a leadership and personal development coach with a rich background in marketing and brand strategy. Katie shares her journey from working in the corporate world to embracing entrepreneurship, all while balancing the demands of motherhood and her aspirations. This episode delves into the challenges and rewards of living and working in rural Nebraska, the transition from marketing to coaching, and the significance of positive intelligence and working genius in personal and professional development. Connect with Katie:https://www.freydayfreelance.com/https://www...
2024-02-2135 minThe Coach's Wife 308Check in with MeganI hopping on the mic solo today to check in with you guys! I'll let you know about some great upcoming guests for the podcast, let you know what's happening in my life (hint: basketball season is almost over), and talk a little bit about this year's Butterfly Retreat.https://www.instagram.com/meganspargo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-1409 minThe Coach's Wife 308"I'm the most human human I know" with Ashley SayalouneToday I'm joined by my friend Ashley Sayaloune, a yoga instructor who helps people with chronic pain and illness. We go deep, covering topics like grief, imparting wisdom onto our unimpressed teenagers, toxic forgiveness, positivity and gratitude, sitting with uncomfortable emotions. Connect with Ashley:https://www.modifiedmovement.studio/https://www.instagram.com/modifiedmovementhttps://www.facebook.com/modifymymovement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-0752 minThe Coach's Wife 308Embracing the SuckToday I'm doing a solo pod about embracing the suck. I'll dive into tackling unpleasant emotions and facing challenging situations head on, sharing some personal anecdotes along the way. I hope this helps you get inspired and embrace the suck in your own life!Links from the episode:Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-3118 minThe Coach's Wife 308A Catalyst for Change and Healing with Kara AsmusToday I had a great conversation with Kara Asmus. Kara talks about her struggles with self-judgment and self-sabotage, and how a peer group helped her realize the influence of her upbringing on her adult life. She delves into her experience with the Hoffman Process, which helped her break free from negative patterns and learn to listen to her body, intellect, spirit, and emotions equally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-2435 minThe Coach's Wife 308I'm hygge-ing a great time!Today I had a chat with my friend Alex about the practice of wintering. We talk about the concept of hygge, the Pagan Days of Yule, manifesting for the upcoming year and more!Links from our conversation:The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy LivingWintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-1745 minThe Coach's Wife 308The rules are made up and the points don't matterToday I had a great interview with Jenny Bonta about her transformative journey and her involvement with the Sacred Woman's Collective. The Collective, a network of women exploring self-love, healing, and spirituality, holds monthly sunset circles and retreats worldwide.We talk about feminism, personal growth, and the journey towards self-acceptance and healing.Links from the episode:https://www.sacredwomancollectivene.com/https://cultivatingfeminism.com/https://www.facebook.com/sacredwomancollectivene/https://www.instagram.com/sacredwomancollectivene/https://www.tiktok.com/@sacredwomancollectivene Learn more about...
2024-01-101h 04The Coach's Wife 308The rules are made up and the points don't matterToday I had a great interview with Jenny Bonta about her transformative journey and her involvement with the Sacred Woman's Collective. The Collective, a network of women exploring self-love, healing, and spirituality, holds monthly sunset circles and retreats worldwide.We talk about feminism, personal growth, and the journey towards self-acceptance and healing.Links from the episode:https://www.sacredwomancollectivene.com/https://cultivatingfeminism.com/https://www.facebook.com/sacredwomancollectivene/https://www.instagram.com/sacredwomancollectivene/https://www.tiktok.com/@sacredwomancollectivene
2024-01-1036 minThe Coach's Wife 308Happy 2024!Welcome to 2024 everyone! Today I was thrilled to be joined by my sister Erin to talk about the new year. We reflected on 2023, discussed our rituals heading into the new year, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-0336 minThe Coach's Wife 308The Coach's WifeToday I sat down with my podcast producer and brother from another mother Paul Gewuerz to chat about the rebranding of the podcast to The Coach's Wife 308. We talk about the podcast, personal development through the lens of athletics, some of my personal history, craft cocktails and more. Happy Holidays and I'll see you in 2024! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-2744 minThe Coach's Wife 308A quick update on the podcastHi Friends! I thought I'd share a solocast about my life lately and the direction that I'm taking the podcast in going forward. Happy holidays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-2011 minThe Coach's Wife 308Nourishing the Mind and Body: Mindy Lively's GAPS JourneyToday I had the pleasure of interviewing Mindy Lively, a remarkable Mom of Seven and a certified GAPS coach. Mindy shared her extensive experience in home education, her passion for research, and her journey with the GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) nutritional protocol. We delved into how the GAPS diet addresses both psychological and physiological issues through gut health, impacting conditions like ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and even seizures.Mindy's story is particularly moving, centering around her daughter Olivia, who has faced significant health challenges since birth. Through the implementation of the GAPS diet, Olivia has seen...
2023-12-1345 minThe Coach's Wife 308Empowering Sisterhood: A Conversation with Sarahly AvilezIn today's episode, I chatted with Sarahly Avilez, co-founder of Love Goddess Love, about the profound impact of women's circles in nurturing sisterhood and personal growth. We delve into the origins and evolution of their organization, focusing on creating safe spaces for women to express vulnerability and embrace their feminine essence.This conversation is a heartfelt invitation to all women seeking deeper connections and embracing their inherent strength and sensuality.Connect with Sarahly:https://www.instagram.com/sarahly.avilez/https://www.instagram.com/lovegoddess.love/https://www.facebook.com/sa...
2023-12-0647 minThe Coach's Wife 308Education to Empowerment with Amanda FairleyIn this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Fairley, a career coach and leadership facilitator. Amanda shares her inspiring journey from a career in higher education to founding her own business, motivated by a calling to be more present for her family and true to her personal values.During our conversation, Amanda explains how her business helps women find joy and fulfillment in their careers. We also delve into her unique service of color analysis, which enhances personal confidence by aligning clothing and makeup with one's natural features. Connect with Amanda:
2023-11-2941 minThe Coach's Wife 308Transforming Stress into Healing with Karen AckermanIn this episode, I spoke with Karen Ackerman from Essentially Balanced. We talk about Karen's inspiring journey from a stressed-out director of surgery to a passionate Reiki healer. Her story began with a mysterious illness, undiagnosed by doctors despite elevated liver enzymes. Karen's own research led her to realize the immense impact of stress on her health, a revelation coming at a time when she was juggling a major department remodel and personal family crises.Karen's discovery of Reiki was almost accidental but proved life-changing. Initially skeptical, she was drawn to a Reiki class, which opened a...
2023-11-2238 minThe Coach's Wife 308Stress Less and Enjoy Motherhood More with Kerri LongIn this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Kerri Long, a life coach who specializes in helping mothers reduce stress and enjoy motherhood more by connecting deeply with themselves and their families. Kerri emphasizes the significance of letting go of negative thoughts, focusing on what matters, and discarding what doesn't. During our conversation, Kerri shared her personal journey to becoming a life coach and how the book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McEwen profoundly influenced her. We also delved into themes of personal growth and self-awareness, particularly as one approaches 40, the transformative power...
2023-11-1549 minThe Coach's Wife 308A Conversation on Mindfulness with Renee RuhlmanIn today's episode, I invited my friend and licensed counselor Renee Ruhlman to discuss the transformative power of mindfulness. Renee shares her journey with mindfulness, starting from her skepticism in grad school to her embrace of it through dialectical behavior therapy training. She recounts the realization that mindfulness could significantly simplify life, prompting her to teach it to others.We delve into the practical applications of mindfulness in daily life, illustrating how it can provide clarity and a sense of presence that enriches even mundane activities. Learn more about your ad...
2023-11-0847 minThe Coach's Wife 308First StepsToday I'll dive deep into the challenges and resistances one faces when embarking on a new journey. I underscore the importance of taking that essential first step towards change, even when it means leaving behind a piece of one's former identity. I'll also share how embracing vulnerability and enduring discomfort are pivotal in achieving one's dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-0114 minThe Coach's Wife 308Welcome to Tell Me More with Megan Spargo!Hey there, welcome to Tell Me More. I'm your host, Megan Spargo. Tell Me More is your place to tune in to find inspiration to access your inner wisdom, power to help you live an authentic life on purpose. We'll cover concepts on personal development, mindfulness, woo, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-10-2501 min
The Veterinary Rehabilitation PodcastPersonal Mastery with Megan SpargoMegan Spargo joined Ane in a live to discuss how we overcome difficult times in our lives. The first thing we need to realise is that life will be difficult about 50% of the time - once we realise that it's a normal part of life, our perspective changes and we are much better able to overcome/endure/live through the challenges without suffering Learn more about Megan Spargo: https://linktr.ee/Megan_Spargo Learn more about our the Vet Rehab Summit 2022: https://vetrehabsummit.com/ Learn more about WiggleLess: https://wiggleless.com/...
2022-08-0947 min
Gravel KnitsEpisode 41: The Brightside of WIPsUPDATED! - New Audio 2/8/22
Episode Number: 40
Record Date: 11/17/21
Publish Date: 11/30/21
Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks: Brightside Aleworks - https://brightsidealeworks.com/ I Scream – Neapolitan Stout, Amplitude – West Coast IPA, The New New – NEIPA, Wild Magic – Fruited Sour
Announcements: We are participating in the pigskin party! Caitlyn 588, Kelsi 1098
What are we listening to?: Tea More than a knitting podcast. Have some interviews talked about some deeper issues but also have a lot of fun! KSL: Knitting Shop Live Started podcast in 2019. Shop has been open for many years but the...
2022-02-0853 min
Gravel KnitsEpisode 34: Pre-knitting and new fun facts about Kelsi!Episode 34: Pre-knitting and new fun facts about Kelsi!
Record Date: 11/30/21
Publish Date: 12/7/21
Edited by: Caitlyn
Tonight's Drinks:
Dogfish Head night!
60 Minute IPA
Hazy-O Hazy IPA
Support the BIPOC community!
Instagram:
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lolabeanyarnco
drunkknitter
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What have you been listening to?
Keep calm and carry yarn
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
Musselburgh Hat - Ysolda Teague - Her Page
Alex's Christmas Hat
Kelsi's Project on Ravel...
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