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Live Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastHolding the Standard in the Gym and In Life with Mariah NimmoIn this episode of the Live Healthy MetroEast podcast, host Josh Nimmo interviews his sister Mariah Nimmo, a personal trainer and strength conditioning coach. They discuss Mariah's journey from an athlete to a coach, her experiences in college strength and conditioning, and her current role at Exos in corporate fitness. The conversation highlights the importance of coaching standards, the challenges of navigating a fitness career, and the significance of women's health and fitness. Mariah shares her passion for helping clients and the need for a supportive coaching environment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mariah's Journey04:54 Transitioning...2025-06-2053 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastThe Real Reason Behind Your Yo-Yo Weight Loss JourneyKeywordsweight loss, homeostasis, fitness journey, body fat, sustainable weight loss, health, nutrition, fitness goals, body balance, weight managementSummaryIn this conversation, Josh Nimmo discusses the realities of weight loss, emphasizing that significant changes take time and that the body strives for a state of homeostasis. He explains that while initial weight loss may be rapid, maintaining that loss requires a sustained effort and time for the body to adjust to a new weight. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the body's natural balance and the challenges of achieving long-term weight...2025-06-1105 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastThe Importance of Community In Fitness with Kole JimenezSummaryIn this episode of the Live Healthy MetroEast Podcast, Coach Josh interviews Kole Jimenez, a long-time member and coach at CrossFit MetroEast. They discuss Kole's journey into fitness, starting from his childhood sports experiences, through his military service, and ultimately discovering CrossFit. Kole shares his passion for helping others achieve their fitness goals and the importance of community in workouts. The conversation also touches on the challenges of coaching, the significance of preparation, and the rewarding aspects of being a fitness coach.Keywordsfitness, CrossFit, coaching, military, personal training, health, exercise, community, motivation, wellness2025-03-2732 minStreet Roots RadioStreet Roots RadioWhat I Carry: Mementos from Portland's Street CommunityMore Information: More info about Jim Lommasson, the photographer behind the 'what i carry' project Sit-down interview from our friends at MetroEast Community Media on the 'what i carry' project with Jim Lommasson [8/27/24] Visual walk through of the exhibit and project at the Central Library Visit the Multnomah County Central Library To get a physical copy of the issue released each Wednesday, locate your nearest vendor here or read more online at streetroots.org.  Episode Credits: Interview & Repo...2025-01-2915 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastDawnella's Journey from Military to Coaching CrossFitKeywords CrossFit, coaching, fitness journey, military, community, health, personal growth, gym, longevity, encouragement Summary In this conversation, Josh Nimmo interviews Dawnella Bowser, a coach at CrossFit MetroEast, who shares her journey from being a member to becoming a coach. Dawnella discusses her military background, how it influenced her fitness journey, and her passion for helping others realize their potential through CrossFit. She emphasizes the importance of community in fitness and shares her experiences volunteering at CrossFit competitions. The conversation also touches on personal fitness goals, the significance of longevity, and...2024-12-1736 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastMetroEast Fitness Weekly, Episode 12: November 22nd, 2024This week Coach Josh talks about how we personalize the group experience and gives a breakdown of the upcoming week of workouts at CrossFit MetroEast. https://crossfit-metroeast.com/how-we-personalize-the-crossfit-group-experience-for-long-term-success/2024-11-2217 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastMetroEast Fitness Weekly, Episode 11: November 15th, 2024Best steps in choosing a gym: https://crossfit-metroeast.com/why-asking-for-a-gym-recommendation-is-like-asking-for-a-restaurant-tip/2024-11-1518 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastMetroEast Fitness Weekly, Episode 10: November 8th, 2024Learn more on how you can support the Step Up Foundation here: https://www.stepupfoundation.org/2024-11-0810 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastM.E.Fit Weekly, Episode 7: October 18th, 2024The power of language on your goals. https://www.pinkribbongood.org/st-louis-mo-region-donation-form https://crossfit-metroeast.com/how-to-speak-life-into-your-goals/ 2024-10-1815 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastM.E.Fit Weekly, Episode 5: October 4, 2024https://crossfit-metroeast.com/the-law-of-compounding-interest/ Today, Josh Nimmo goes over the week of group workouts for CrossFit MetroEast's CrossFit and Legends classes for the week of Oct 7th, 2024. He'll also discuss the law of compounding interest when it comes to your health habits.2024-10-0415 minLive Healthy MetroEastLive Healthy MetroEastIf you're saying CrossFit is too intense for you...You're doing it wrongCoach's soapbox of the week: CrossFit's training methodology is built on constantly varied function movement performed at relative high intensity. If you're in your 30s saying CrossFit is too intense for you, there's a problem. At MetroEast have people twice your age doing it without a problem. PLUS: Group class programming snapshot for the week of Sept 23-28th, 2024. It's bring a friend week so we have some fun workouts planned for our classes. 2024-09-2021 minProducers CornerProducers CornerThe Fab Lab: Revolutionizing Science Education (with Lindsey Murphy)Lindsey Murphy is the mind behind the beloved YouTube kids' science show "The Fab Lab with Crazy Aunt Lindsey." In this episode, Lindsay shares her journey from MTV executive to science educator and discusses how she's revolutionizing STEM education through DIY experiments and inclusive representation. She also opens up about the challenges of independent production, funding, and protecting her ideas. Lindsey believes science is about asking questions, and she wants to help kids of all backgrounds find the answers. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in...2024-09-1131 minProducers CornerProducers CornerPhotography, Empathy, and Stories of Survival (with Jim Lommasson)Jim Lommasson is a Portland-based photographer who captures the stories of refugees, survivors of war and genocide, and those experiencing homelessness. In this episode, Jim discusses the impact of his work and shares his current collaborative storytelling project, "What I Carry," with individuals experiencing homelessness in Portland. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and John Montero. ------- Follow Jim http://www.lommassonpictures.com/ Learn more about MetroEast...2024-08-2840 minProducers CornerProducers CornerBlue Collar to Silver Screen: Working Class Narratives (with Roberta Cumbianchera)Roberta is an Argentinian independent filmmaker and actress living in Portland, Oregon. In this episode, Roberta shares her unique perspective on art, identity, and the power of storytelling. Through her work, she sheds light on the beauty and complexity of the immigrant experience, drawing inspiration from her roots in Buenos Aires and her experiences growing up in a working-class family. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and...2024-08-1434 minProducers CornerProducers CornerTeaching Tomorrow's Storytellers (with Jasmin Vazquez-Sierra)It's Jasmin's 1-year workiversary at MetroEast Community Media — well at least as of the recording date (4/12/24). Jasmin is a videographer/filmmaker/photographer/media maker, but the title that they put at the forefront is being an educator. In this episode, Jasmin reflects on their past year as a Digital Media Educator at MetroEast and the media journey that led her to this position. She also discusses the opportunities that have helped them integrate into the Portland film community. Check out the links below for more information! Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with di...2024-07-3132 minProducers CornerProducers CornerScaling Your Media Company? Lessons from FLI SocialJessica Vanterpool is a former engineer turned content creator and business owner. She is here to discuss her journey as the founder of FLI Social, an organization that connects creatives to opportunities and provides accessible services to small businesses. With a directory of over 60 freelancers, Jessica shares insights on scaling her company and plans for expansion. The episode covers FLI Social's growth, future goals, and tips for others ready to pursue a creative calling. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. 2024-07-1727 minProducers CornerProducers CornerHow to Nurture New Talent and Diversify Your Film Set (with Maria Moreno)Forget Hollywood—Portland, Oregon is the hidden gem of filmmaking. Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised Maria Moreno is here to share her love for the Portland film community. After studying film at Portland State University, she worked to get her foot in the door as a producer, Assistant Director, and filmmaker. Now she’s at the other end. Maria opens doors for diverse talent through her work with nonprofit, Outside the Frame, and Oregon Film. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intr...2024-07-0325 minProducers CornerProducers CornerQueer Film Festivals Should Embrace the Uncomfortable (with Juan Antonio Trujillo)Juan is one of the founders and directors of TAG! Queer Shorts Festival. TAG! goes against the grain of mainstream film festivals in centering stories and voices of queer and trans people of color. Stories of queer joy are gratifying, but stories of queer pain, grief, and resilience still reflect many lived experiences, especially internationally. TAG! shares these realities, and creates an inclusive, accessible space for the queer community to engage in dialogue. Juan also reflects on cinema and storytelling as ways to examine his own life and intersectional identities. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner...2024-06-2030 minProducers CornerProducers CornerDocumentando la Naturaleza (con Aníbal y Mate)Maria Teresa (Mate) Lopes Laguna y Aníbal Rocheta son creadores venezolanos y cofundadores de Loco por la Aventura. Esta organización invita a la comunidad latina a disfrutar de la naturaleza. Ellos hablan de sus aventuras, su serie de vídeos y del nuevo libro de Aníbal. Producers Corner, de MetroEast Community Media, destaca diversas voces y creadores en el este del Multnomah County y más allá. La música, "Bubbly," fue compuesta por Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, y John Montero. ------- Sigue Loco por la Aventura: https...2024-06-0527 minProducers CornerProducers CornerPassion or Stability: Crafting a Creative Career (with BLK+IVY)Meet Raiyasha Paris, the brainchild behind the musical alter ego BLK+IVY. In this episode, Raiyasha explores the age-old question of passion or stability, beginning with her early fascination with science to her emerging career in music, acting, and film. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and John Montero. Explore the world of Raiyasha/BLK+IVY: Music Music Videos: https://www...2024-05-2217 minProducers CornerProducers CornerMedical Media in the Misinformation Age (with Suher Baker)In this episode, Suher discusses her dentistry video series and the importance of accessible, reputable medical information online, especially for those without access to healthcare. She is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Dentist Anesthesiologist, passionate about using visual media to advocate for holistic dentistry, which links oral health to total body health and overall well-being. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and John Montero. ...2024-05-0820 minBrentwood Barbell RadioBrentwood Barbell RadioEpisode #48- Gyms (Open Access vs. Coaching)Brentwood Barbell RadioEpisode #48- Gyms (Open Access vs. Coaching)Welcome back to Brentwood Barbell Radio, we are back with episode #48 talking about what the difference is between two popular gym models: the open access model or the coaching model. We had guest Josh Nimmo, owner of CrossFit MetroEast. We discussed with Josh, what each model is, how they work, and who they may be applicable for. Check this episode out, especially if you are looking in to starting your strength training/ health journey! Check out our website and socials for more daily c...2024-04-2940 minProducers CornerProducers CornerArtistry, Pessimism, and the PDX Music Scene (with Tha Day)Dajour McKinley, "Tha Day" does it all, from music to filmmaking to fashion design, and in this episode, he shares a bit from all of those worlds. He opens up about artistic vulnerability, being a pessimist, and the challenges emerging artists face. Tha Day is an Alternative R&B artist and filmmaker from PDX Rockwood. He has worked and released alongside major record labels such as SONY, EMPIRE, NO LIMIT, MO TOWN and more. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and...2024-04-2426 minLWVPDX PodcastsLWVPDX PodcastsPortland Public Schools: Opportunities and ChallengesThis webinar highlights the ways Portland Public Schools is moving forward in the face of many challenges. Four panelists, who are leaders in the administration of Portland Public Schools, discuss both  PPS's successes and challenges.  The panelists are:Dr. Sandy Husk, Portland Public Schools Interim SuperintendentMichelle DePass, Portland Public Schools Board of Education William Fernandez, Senior Professional Development Officer, Office of Research, Assessment and Accountability Kristina Howard, Interim Chief Academic Officer, Senior Director, Teacher Professional Learning, Office of Teaching and Learning The...2024-04-161h 16Producers CornerProducers CornerInside the Making of “Food Foray,” a Culinary Docuseries with a TwistFood Foray is a culinary show with a twist. Learn how the creators, Ivana Horvat and John Lugton, use food as a way to explore different cultures in East Portland. Their three-part series, produced by MetroEast Community Media, interweaves mouth-watering footage of food with emotionally resonant storylines about our immigrant/refugee neighbors. Get a behind-the-scenes look into the making of Food Foray and where you might see it next. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The intro/outro music, "...2024-04-1034 minProducers CornerProducers CornerRepresentación Latina en Pantalla (con Lorena Connelly)Lorena tiene una fuerte conexión con su comunidad latine. En este episodio, Lorena habla de la necesidad de representación Latina en los medios y de más programas en Español. Ella es la directora ejecutiva de Los Niños Cuentan, una organización que se dedica a apoyar a las familias hispanas que han sido afectadas por la violencia doméstica y el abuso de sustancias. Además, es productora de su propia programa, En Familia, que ha producido por 15 años. Producers Corner, de MetroEast Community Media, destaca diversas voces y creadores en el este d...2024-04-0324 minProducers CornerProducers Corner40 Years in Production: "The Body*Smith Workout" (with Larry Smith)Larry Smith has produced a video fitness program, "The Body*Smith Workout," for 40 years. This isn't any old fitness program. A crew of volunteers records and participates in the production, and every episode airs on community access channels in the Portland/Gresham area. Larry's all about diverse representation both on and behind the camera. He shows that fitness can be accessible for all body types. Join us as Larry shares how he's kept his show in continuous production for so many years and inspired his community along the way. Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features...2024-03-2030 minProducers CornerProducers CornerWelcome to Producers CornerWelcome to the inaugural episode of "Producers Corner" hosted by MetroEast Community Media! Join Seth Ring, Jasmin Vazquez-Sierra, and AnaMichele Morejon as they give you a sneak peek into what to expect on the podcast. Get insights into MetroEast's mission to make media more accessible and learn about the hosts' own media backgrounds. Stay tuned for interviews with local filmmakers, artists, and creators from Portland, OR, and beyond. Our intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and John Montero. Learn more about MetroEast Community Media at ⁠⁠⁠www.metroeast.org⁠⁠⁠ Follow on In...2024-03-0616 minProducers CornerProducers CornerProducers Corner TrailerHosted by MetroEast Community Media, Producers Corner features weekly interviews with diverse filmmakers, visual artists, and creators in Portland, OR, and beyond. The podcast is made by and for our local community. Every episode is recorded in MetroEast’s studios by members of an educational cohort who gain hands-on production experience each week. Learn more about MetroEast Community Media at ⁠www.metroeast.org⁠ Follow on Instagram and FaceBook @metroeastmedia Our intro/outro music, "Bubbly," was composed by Nasser Bouzida, Felipe Rodriguez, and John Montero.2024-02-2900 minWhat\'s That Like? PodcastWhat's That Like? PodcastBrad Skertich on the 1993 Staunton Bulldogs IHSA Championship and the challenge and pressures of being a School SuperintendentBrad Skertich was a kid like any other, growing up in the 80s, riding bikes, and playing sports with his friends.   But in 1993, he and his 1993 Staunton Bulldog teammates, pulled of a Cinderella/Hoosiers IHSA State Championship run that eventually lands the team in the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame.    Relive the emotion and the untold stories.   We go way beyond the games and the stats, and dig into: the emotions as it happened, the steady and caring hand of Coach Randy Legendre, what it meant to Staunton and what it still means, how thier parent...2024-02-261h 16Mahogany ThoughtsMahogany ThoughtsEp. 36 - Connecting with the SBDC w/Jo Ann MayThe Metro East Black Wealth Builders is committed to provide quality education, networking opportunities, and build a collective of Black owned businesses in the St. Louis Metro East region to increase business capacity, growth, and achieve scalability based on the results of the Black Business Survey results. Ms. Jo Ann May of the Illinois Small Business Development Center, SIU-E/East St. Louis office discussed how to access and utilize SBDC resources including free training and webinars, as well as registering for their ongoing webinar series. It is important to build community and stakeholder engagement to connect minority businesses to...2023-08-2241 minStreet Roots RadioStreet Roots RadioHarm Reduction Hesitation: County Commission Pauses Pilot Program Amid Public OutcryTo get a physical copy of the issue released each Wednesday, locate your nearest vendor here or read more online at streetroots.org.  Episode Credits: This interview featured reporting from Jeremiah Hayden, who just joined Street Roots' team! Read more of Jeremiah's reporting or follow his work.  This episode was hosted and produced by XRAY Development Manager, Nina Dabit, and edited by Kyle Gilmer of Residual Audio.  Resources Mentioned & Further Reading: Initial Willamette Week article on pilot program [Lucas Manfield, Willamette Week 7/7/23] (Video) Multnomah County Commission briefed on pilot program...2023-07-1922 minGrowing Belleville thru Community ChatsGrowing Belleville thru Community ChatsGetting Physical with Josh Nimmo of Crossfit MetroEastIn this Episode we sit down with Josh Nimmo, owner of Crossfit MetroEast and discuss:  - How he transitioned from college sports to running his own business  - How important physical health is and how they are different than your normal gyms  - How physical health helps with mental health  - How he ended up in the Metro East area  - How he has utilized the help of a mentor to help him focus ON his business  - and much more2023-01-1133 minGreen Tea ConversationsGreen Tea ConversationsNutrition for Health and Wellbeing with Chelsea Kazmierczak-GoethelMeet Chelsea Kazmierczak-Goethel, a holistic nutrition practitioner at MetroEast Natural Healing Center, in Oakdale. She introduces us to Nutrition Response Testing, a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying causes of ill or non-optimum health. Chelsea also shares her extensive knowledge of nutrition and how it impacts our bodies, the benefits of the ketogenic diet, breaking the addiction of sugar, and more! To learn more about MetroEast Natural Healing Center and to make an appointment, visit NutritionChiropractic.com or call 651-771-1703. 2022-05-1647 minLWVPDX PodcastsLWVPDX PodcastsClimate on an International Scale: Notes from COP26This episode is a recording of a panel discussion with League of Women Voters (LWV) members who attended the UN International Climate Conference in Glasgow Scotland in November 2021. The UN’s Climate Conference—the “Conference of the Parties” or COP—is  the official meeting of member states who signed the UN’s climate treaty.  Every year, the parties to the treaty, including the U.S., meet and negotiate various aspects of the treaty.Seven LWV members from around the U.S. attended the 2021 UN Climate Conference. We heard from five of them in  March 2022.  The panelists discuss...2022-03-121h 23Green Tea ConversationsGreen Tea ConversationsWhy Conventional Medicine Isn’t Working for You with Dr. Martin FurlongMeet Dr. Martin Furlong, owner and clinic director of MetroEast Natural Healing Center who shares a highly effective method to finding the underlying causes of your chronic conditions, dysfunction, or disease, and find out how to solve them WITHOUT drugs, prescriptions, or surgery. Topics include nutrition response testing, unique specific chiropractic, health coaching, and the negative effects of inflammation in the body. Dr. Furlong also invites you to attend his informational webinar entitled, “Why Conventional Medicine Isn’t Working for You,” which you can register for by visiting Heal.NutritionChiropractic.com. To learn more and to make an appointment, visit...2022-02-1343 min50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McDCan we treat adaptive athletes as athletes first? | Guest Sam SchaeferSam Schaefer is an adaptive and inclusive trainer, a fairly recent below-the-knee amputee – but and first and foremost, he’s an athlete. He shares the story of how he pushed himself forward through over nine years of constant, unrelieved pain, and how the decision to remove part of his leg was easier than most of us would think. Now, he now hopes to help shape how competitive organizations and the public perceive the special athletic gifts of adaptative athletes. You can find Sam on Instagram @samschaefer1 and he’s head trainer at CrossFit MetroEast in the St. Louis area. Check out ou...2022-02-0950 minRun a Profitable GymRun a Profitable GymBuilding Staff Relationships to Create Careers—and RevenueJosh Nimmo owns CrossFit MetroEast in Illinois, and he's the winner of Two-Brain's 2021 award for coach education and opportunity. Here, Mike Warkentin digs into how he earned it — and Josh shares how he went from being a micromanaging Jack of all trades to mentoring to his staff, helping them develop personally and financially rewarding careers and building a strong, successful team that's in it for the long haul.Links:CrossFit MetroEastArboxDriven NutritionGym Owners United2021-07-0839 min