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The Brand Called YouPink Socks, Powerful Connections | Nick Adkins, Co-Founder, Pinksocks LifeIn this episode of The Brand Called You, Nick Adkins shares his extraordinary journey from suit-wearing healthcare CEO to founder of the Pinksocks movement—a global symbol of gifting, connection, and human kindness. What began as a simple way to stand out at conferences evolved into a worldwide reminder that real change starts with authentic human connection.00:49- About Nick AdkinsNick is the co-founder of PinkSocks (pinksocks.life) a movement about creating a global community of empathy, community and love.
2026-01-0828 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsAnthony LimbrickSend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick is joined by Anthony Limbrick, who is a highly respected football coach with experience leading professional teams and developing elite footballers internationally.Anthony brings an methodical coaching identity shaped by years in high-performance environments, from working in the academies of Southampton and West Ham United and with England’s U-17s, to managing first-team squads across Europe and now taking the helm at Loudoun United FC in the USL Championship. His methods, that are grounded in player development, tactical clarity, building com...
2026-01-0250 min
HITea With GraceNick Adkins Spills the Tea on the PinkSocks MovementOn this week's HITea with Grace, our host is joined by Nick Adkins, Founder of PinkSocks, for a joyful and heartfelt conversation inspired by his new book that captures years of adventure, connection, and community building.
Nick shares the story behind the PinkSocks movement, how a simple symbol grew into a global community, and why the message of empathy and kindness continues to resonate across healthcare and beyond.
The conversation dives into what makes PinkSocks so enduring, stories from his book that reflect the spirit of the movement, and how allyship is evolving in health...
2025-12-2327 min
How to Strive - with Nick Adkins2026 Continuing intentionsSend us a textAs a new year begins, this episode of How to Strive invites you to maintain your progress and align intentions heading as we move into 2026. Using the Striver Table concept, Nick guides you through a powerful process to define a meaningful title for your year and build the habits, behaviours and routines needed to support it. You’ll identify four key areas of life that which act as the table legs that keep the table up, sturdy and strong. From here you can work out what you need...
2025-12-2208 min
A Sherpa's Guide to InnovationE115: Heartspeak and Human Connection with Nick Adkins of Pinksocks LifeBen & Jay return after three years for a special edition! Just in time for the holiday season, Nick Adkins joins your Sherpa hosts to discuss his new book Pinksocks - How a Pair of Socks Became a Symbol of Love and Connection. As co-founder of Pinksocks Life, Nick has led a 10-year old international movement promoting empathy, love and human connection.How to find Pinksocks in the wild with happy smiley people:Pinksocks on InstagramPinksocks on FacebookSupport the show
2025-12-1038 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsPaul HolderSend us a textNick is joined by Paul Holder AKA Noddy who has supported the development of many players and coaches through his energetic coaching style. This insightful episodes will be fantastic for people Striving to be better at supporting the development of people in sport and life by seeking to understand them and building trust to then create growth. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-11-091h 00
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLeave Well - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this final episode of How to Strive’s mini-series on Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, Nick explores the essential and often overlooked skill of leaving well.Drawing on Neil’s insights from the stage, business, and psychology, we unpack why endings matter, how the final moments of an interaction, meeting, or relationship shape how it’s remembered. From the Peak-End Rule explored by Daniel Kahneman to practical advice on closing conversations, meetings, and connections with intention, this episode helps you finish strong and leave the right la...
2025-10-2912 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsNeil MullarkeySend us a textIn this special episode of How to Strive, Nick is joined by the brilliant Neil Mullarkey; actor, author, comedian and co-founder of The Comedy Store Players, Europe’s longest-running improv troupe.Neil shares insights from his book Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, exploring how the principles of improv, Learn, Look, Listen, Let, Link, Lighten and Leave Well can transform the way we communicate, collaborate, and lead.From the importance of listening with intent to the power of humour in leadership, Neil’s approach blends psychology, performance, and empat...
2025-10-2659 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLighten - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick explores Step Six of Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills 'Lighten'.Humour, as Neil reminds us, is about connection. It’s a leadership tool that builds trust, creativity and resilience. A leader who can laugh at themselves invites others to do the same, creating a culture where people feel safe to grow, fail and try again.Drawing on research, stories and Neil’s decades of experience in improv and leadership development, this episode explores how humour brings perspec...
2025-10-2511 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLink - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick explores the next step in Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills 'Link'Link is the step that connects all the others where learning, looking, listening, and letting come together to create genuine connection. Neil reminds us that “The seven Ls are not distinct, discrete ploys, they are overlapping aspects of getting on better with people.”Through the improv principle of “Yes, and”, we explore how intentive listening, openness and collaboration turn everyday conversations into opportunities for trust, creativity...
2025-10-2411 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsListen - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick explores the third step in Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, Listen.Neil reminds us that hearing is automatic, but listening is a skill, one that requires attention, presence, and empathy. We look at the difference between hearing and truly listening, how to tune into both content and emotion, and why giving someone your full attention is one of the greatest gifts you can offer.Hearing + Attention = Listening.Drawing on insights from improv, neu...
2025-10-2309 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLet - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick explores one of his favourite chapters from Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, Let.We dive into the quiet power of pausing, creating space in conversations, and the skill of bringing out the best in others. Neil’s insights remind us that real connection often happens between the words, when we slow down, let people speak, and let them feel valued.We also explore why letting people be right builds trust, how “positive gossip” can transfor...
2025-10-2210 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLook - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick explores the second step in Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills Look.We dive into the power of presence and the art of seeing what isn’t said, the body language, energy, and nonverbal cues that shape every interaction. By learning to truly look at others (and ourselves), we can build deeper trust, stronger connections, and communicate with more impact.This episode blends Neil’s insights with real-world reflection practices, helping you slow down, tune in, an...
2025-10-2108 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLearn - Neil MullarkeySend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick dives into the first step of Neil Mullarkey’s Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills Learn.We explore how real learning happens through doing, reflecting, and applying, and why a growth mindset is essential to becoming the person you want to be. Featuring powerful insights from Neil’s book, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and take your next step forward with purpose. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-10-2009 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive 19th October 2025Send us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick guides you through a powerful weekly reflection practice designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign before stepping into a new week.Together, we:Celebrate last week’s wins and moments of pride.Acknowledge adversity and the lessons it brings without judgment.Revisit intentions using the Striver Table framework, focusing on the areas that matter most. Set clear, meaningful intentions for the week ahead, identifying that crucial first step on your journey of a thousand mil...
2025-10-1905 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive 12th October 2025Send us a textIn this episode, Nick explores how journaling can become a powerful daily tool to help you strive. Nick breaks it down into three key benefits:Clarity – Understanding yourself more deeply and spotting patterns that shape your growth.Direction – Turning reflection into clear intentions that keep you focused and accountable. The tiny steps that take you a thousand miles. Resilience – Building emotional strength, vocabulary, processing challenges, and celebrating wins.This isn’t about writing for the sake of it, it’s about creating spa...
2025-10-1212 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsTuesday 7th October 2025Send us a text Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-10-0703 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsMonday 6th October 2025Send us a textYou space to set great intentions for you day to help you stay accountable for your striving. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-10-0605 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive 5th October 2025Send us a textA guided insight in to how Nick structures his Sunday Strive with reflections and intentions. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-10-0505 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsDr Sally NeedhamSend us a textIn this powerful episode, Nick is joined by Dr. Sally Needham, a leader in human development and performance.Sally shares incredible insights from her experiences shaping performance by truly understanding the individuals you work with. Drawing on neuroscience and developmental practice, she explores how awareness, connection, and compassion can elevate both personal growth and the way we support others.Throughout her career, including her time with the English FA, working across academy and international levels, Sally has transformed the way coaches and leaders approach people development.
2025-10-0547 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive - September Reflections October IntentionsSend us a textNick guides you through your September reflection to inform your October intentions. He also shares two excellent clips from the episodes with Cody Royle and Dr Phil Hopley, relevant to performing in elite sport, dealing with external pressure and adversity. Very timely with the conclusion of the Womens Rugby World Cup and the Mens Ryder Cup. Keep Striving. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-09-2815 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsMonday - IntentionsSend us a textA daily habits to help you Strive. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-09-2202 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive - 21st September 2025Send us a textNick helps you with a guided reflection and intention episode that will help you Strive this week. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-09-2107 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsDamien BroadSend us a textNick is joined by the fantastic Damien Broad is this How to Strive episode. Damien shares what he is striving for and his perspective on developing skills to help develop others. His curiosity to seek challenge for his growth is fluent throughout and the stories he shares, which shines a light on his ability to connect with and understand others. A great listen for people who are striving to be better in many aspects of their life. Start Striving at www...
2025-09-1750 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive - Seek to UnderstandSend us a textIn this week’s episode of How to Strive, we take time to pause, reflect, and refocus. Together, we look back on the intentions you set last week, celebrating what worked, unpacking what didn’t, and discovering how those reflections can shape more purposeful intentions for the days ahead.Alongside this guided reflection and intention-setting practice, we explore the powerful skill of seeking to understand others. Drawing on insights from past conversations including a clip from Dr. Phil Hopley and one from Damien Broad on appreciating different perspectives. This...
2025-09-1412 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsPhil Hopley - CognacitySend us a textIn this episode Nick is joined by Dr Philip Hopley MRCPsych who is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Co-Founder of Cognacity LtdPhil is a Medical Doctor and Consultant Psychiatrist. After 19 years working with the NHS, he founded Cognacity. Phil’s training in forensic, general and sport psychiatry combined with a career playing Premiership rugby, enabled him to develop his passion for the mental health of elite performance in sport and business. In recent years Phil has worked as the Mental Health Advisor to major financial and law firms, and eli...
2025-09-0747 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsGuided sessions August Reflections & September IntentionsSend us a textNick guides you through the process of reflecting on the month of August and helps prompt powerful intentions for September. Grab your journal and lets get Striving. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-09-0110 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsGamification -Send us a textIn todays episode we explore the principles of Gamification to help you on your striving journey. Ways to win and different ways to win moreCheck points Side quests to gain more points or XPBonus levels Repetition Basics that develop in complexity Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-08-3117 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsLee Richardson - Aim-ForSend us a textNick is joined by the highly respected Lee Richardson. Lee is the co-founder of Aim-For and a hugely important staff member of one of the most successful football teams in England. We explore the four pillars of Lees work and practical methods of psychology that helps sports people perform at their very best. This episode is sure to spark reflections and create intentions aligned to what you are currently striving for.If you are curious to know more head to https://4pillarshub.com/ As a...
2025-08-101h 02
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsHow to Journal - August 2025 set upSend us a text“The goal isn’t to fix anything right now, it’s simply to see what’s true. Awareness is the first step in striving forward.”This episode helps you reflect on your last months progress and use that reflection to set up success with intentions for the incoming month. Bring a pen and your journal. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-07-2712 min
Brushwood Media NetworkGina Gardiner & Friends with Nick AdkinsNick Adkins
Advisory Board Member - Cloudbreak Health
“Ego is like dust in the eyes. Clear the ego and see the world.” This quote describes the unfolding path of Nick Adkins from healthcare executive to kilt-wearing digital health evangelist.
A few of Nick’s initial stops were as a suit wearing MBA for the Vanderbilt Health Plans and a serial entrepreneur in Nashville. Nick attended Burning Man in 2010 for the first time and the dust cleared from his eyes. He returned to Nashville, ditched the suits, sold a company, and set out on...
2025-07-161h 00
Gina Gardiner & FriendsGina Gardiner & Friends with Nick AdkinsNick Adkins
Advisory Board Member - Cloudbreak Health
“Ego is like dust in the eyes. Clear the ego and see the world.” This quote describes the unfolding path of Nick Adkins from healthcare executive to kilt-wearing digital health evangelist.
A few of Nick’s initial stops were as a suit wearing MBA for the Vanderbilt Health Plans and a serial entrepreneur in Nashville. Nick attended Burning Man in 2010 for the first time and the dust cleared from his eyes. He returned to Nashville, ditched the suits, sold a company, and set out on...
2025-07-161h 00
2025-07-0754 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsFiona MurdenSend us a textIn this episode of How To Strive, we’re joined by Fiona Murden. Fiona is a chartered psychologist, award-winning author, Podcaster and performance coach. Feeling Curious? https://www.fionamurden.com/Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fionamurden/Dot to dot podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dot-to-dot-life-connected/id1513046864Published books Defining You Mirror Thinking,Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fiona_murden?utm_source=i...
2025-06-291h 08
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsJamie Carr - Resilience in Motion. Lessons from the Marathon des Sables & Rowing the Atlantic SoloSend us a textIn this powerful episode of How to Strive, Nick is joined by the inspiring and humble Jamie Carr, who shares the mindset, strategies, and deep resilience it took to complete two of the world's toughest physical challenges: running the Marathon des Sables across the Sahara and rowing the Atlantic solo and unsupported for 3,000 miles.Together, they explore:How Jamie applied process goals and created personal rules to stay focused during extreme adversity.Jamies longer term reflective process. The mental toughness and adaptability required to c...
2025-06-1542 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsEURO 2024 Technical reportSend us a textIn this episode, Nick dives into the Euro 2024 Technical Report, unpacking key insights and trends that are shaping the modern game. From goal-scoring to chance creation, pressing strategies, and low block structures, Nick breaks down what the data reveals and more importantly, how it influences his own coaching and development approach.Topics include:Goals: Types, timing, and trendsChance creation and final third entriesTransition moments and counter strategiesSet play effectivenessHigh pressing vs. compact low blocksModern build-up patternsWhether you’re a...
2025-06-0843 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsTom McIntyre - In pursuit of greatnessSend us a textJoin Nick Adkins as he welcomes Tom McIntyre, a professional footballer in the English Championship, for a truly unique insight into the realities of elite sport. Tom opens up about his journey from academy player to established professional, revealing the lessons learned, the setbacks overcome, and the mindset required to thrive at the top level. His evolution from youth prospect to professional player - When competition is useful and not.Strategies for regulation – staying composed and focused in high-pressure environments.Resilience in the face of chal...
2025-06-0249 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsChris Key - Performing PerfectlySend us a textIn this powerful episode of How to Strive, we’re joined by performance specialist Chris Key from Performing Perfectly to explore how you can develop unshakeable resilience and become more intentional in the way you communicate both verbally and non-verbally.What we cover:How to process rejection and feedback without losing your confidence.Why your body language and tone might be saying more than your words and how to align them with what you actually want to achieveThe everyday power of storytelling and how it can transform the way you co...
2025-06-0143 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Striver BoardSend us a textIn this short bonus episode, Nick introduces the Striver Board, a powerful visual and reflective tool designed to help you turn big dreams into daily action. Building on the Striver Table concept, this board helps you stay accountable to your values and goals in areas like health, relationships, career, and finances.Learn how to create your own board, reflect on your intentions, and make small, consistent steps toward the life you’re striving for. Nick shares personal examples, practical questions, and an easy system to track your progress while enjoying the pr...
2025-05-1904 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsJody Palmer - Performance ChefSend us a textIn this insightful episode, Nick sits down with Jody Palmer, a renowned Performance Chef, to explore the intersection of nutrition, performance, and personal growth. With a wealth of experience in crafting dietary strategies for elite athletes, Jody shares her journey, philosophies, and practical tips for anyone looking to enhance their performance through nutrition and level themselves up.What You'll LearnJody's path to becoming a Performance Chef and his experiences working with top athletes.The role of nutrition in achieving peak performance and overall well-being.Practical advice on...
2025-05-1636 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Striver TableSend us a textIn this reflective episode of How to Strive, Nick invites you to imagine your life as a table, with each leg representing a pillar of your life that supports what you’re striving for. Whether your table top is happiness, fulfilment, or your birthday BBQ vision, this simple metaphor can help you assess your current balance.Nick shares his own four table legs: health, relationships, career, and finance, and introduces a practical exercise used in his mentoring programmes. Scoring each leg out of 6 to reveal where you might need to focus at...
2025-05-1503 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsWill WebsterSend us a textIn today’s episode, Nick is joined by Will Webster, a globally respected figure in the rugby world, best known for his work coaching head coaches.We dive deep into Will’s fascinating journey from player to head coach, with a detour through teaching English literature. Will shares how that unique path shaped his current role, and what it means to coach the people who lead others.You’ll hear about:Planning success within sporting team and the intentional influence of teaching on coachingHow will uses growth, reflection, and in...
2025-05-1151 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive - Home baseSend us a textIn this episode, Nick revisits a powerful clip from his conversation with Cody Royle to dive deeper into the language of resilience. He explores how developing resilient thinking is a learnable skill and shares a brief but practical insight into cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), particularly around the role of positive and negative self-talk. To wrap up, Nick introduces a creative game he's using with his son to introduce self-regulation principles in a fun, accessible way. Listen now and discover small, meaningful ways to build resilience for yourself and your family.
2025-05-0310 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsWhat I am Striving forSend us a textEpisode Summary:In today’s episode, I take you behind the scenes into a very personal reflection: what I’m striving for — and how that vision shapes my daily actions, career aspirations, and relationships.I share the powerful image of my "100th birthday BBQ," inspired by lessons from the world of elite sport — especially the legendary All Blacks rugby team.We explore how to set goals with purpose beyond just outcomes and how you can start building a vision for your own journey of a thousand miles.
2025-04-2705 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsJason LeeSend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, we sit down with Jason Lee — Olympic hockey player, elite coach, who continues helping people strive across sport and business. Jason brings a wealth of experience and insight into what drives high performance and personal development.We dive deep into the foundations of resilience, the power of a growth mindset, and the subtle but impactful role of language in shaping behaviour and outcomes. Jason also shares his thoughts on emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the consistent trends he observes in successful individuals, from athletes to exe...
2025-04-1345 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsMark WilliamsSend us a textIn this episode of How to Strive, Nick is joined by Professor Mark Williams — a world-leading expert in skill acquisition and performance science. With decades of research behind him, Mark unpacks the key elements that make up an optimal learning environment and how these shape long-term learning and success We explore practical strategies for acquiring skills, building resilience, and understanding the psychological and environmental factors that separate the good from the great. Mark reveals the science behind how the best truly become the best.If you're curious about the mec...
2025-04-061h 00How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsSunday Strive March Guided ReflectionSend us a textEpisode Summary:In this episode of the How to Strive podcast, we explore the power of journaling as a tool for continuous improvement. Striving isn’t about perfection—it’s about making small, consistent changes that lead to long-term growth. These journal prompts are designed to help you reflect, take actionable steps, and enhance your mindset, productivity, and well-being. Whether you journal daily or are just starting, these prompts will guide you toward meaningful self-improvement. Grab your journal and get ready to strive.How to Use These Prompt...
2025-03-2207 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsPhilip O'Callaghan - Skill AcquisitionSend us a textEpisode Description: In today’s episode of How to Strive, we are joined by Philip O'Callaghan, a dedicated teacher, tennis coach, and passionate advocate for skill acquisition. Philip shares his approach to teaching and coaching, with a strong focus on the principles of skill acquisition and how they’ve shaped his coaching style over time.Through this conversation, Philip offers insight into how he fosters an environment where students actively problem-solve and how he adapts the learning envi...
2025-03-1643 min2025-03-0949 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsMindsetSend us a textIn todays episode Nick shares an insight into the differences between a fixed and growth mindset. how you can build awareness of which mindset you have in certain situations along with how to be in a more desirable mindset when needed. Mindset being a reference to the impactful work of Carol Dweck. He also explores briefly the work of the late Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi who was a Hungarian-American psychologist, recognised as developing the concept of Flow. He was also the author of the book Flow. The two qu...
2025-02-2214 min
The 615 Podcast006 - Scott Adkins :: The Continuing Rise of PROn this episode, Nick has a conversation with Scott Adkins, President and CEO of Adkins Publicity. Scott's public relations firm represents some of today's biggest artists and iconic music legends. Scott shares with us a little bit about working with legends like Billy Ray Cyrus, Naomi Judd, and the late great Joe Diffie. SUBSCRIBE to The 615 Podcast! Follow Nick:www.nickwoodard.com@nickwoodardrealtor Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State...
2025-02-2231 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsWhen you need SleepSend us a textIn todays episode we are exploring the basic levels of sleep. The aim of todays episode is to help you understand what contributes to a great night sleeps and offers you some ways to improve your sleep by tweaking your environment and your warm up to sleep performance. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-02-1532 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsDr Sean CummingSend us a textDr Sean Cumming Senior Lecture at Bath University sport and exercise scienceWorking with a number of sports, NGB’s including the Premier League, The FA, LTA and Premier League Academies. Over 100 peer reviewed manuscripts and book chapters. Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-02-0549 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Sunday Strive 02.02.2025Send us a text Start Striving at www.strive25.co.uk/
2025-02-0222 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsCody RoyleSend us a textCody Royle, a second set of eyes for elite head coaches. Author of A second set of eyes, The tough stuff and Where others wont. Coach Craft https://coachcraft.codyroyle.com/ There are four craft areas that modern head coaches are required to master:🏭️ Organizational Craft🧢 Personal Craft🎒 Locker Room Craft♟️ Game CraftHow to develop resilience. How to be an empathetic leader Reflection process
2025-01-2638 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Sunday Strive - 05.01.2025Send us a textPrompted reflections Outcome goal Performance goal Process goal Focused reflection Based on my process goals. Look back at them. Did I achieve my intentions yes or no? What helped me What stopped me What can I do differentWhat should I stop, start or continue doing? General ReflectionWhat did I love about the week? What didn’t bring out th...
2025-01-2510 min
Bending Over BackwardsEp. 8 - NFL Chiefs Hall Of Fame Nick Lowry Reveals The Secret To Overcoming Rejection, Tackling Injustice, And Kicking Through Life’s ChallengesWhat if every rejection brought you closer to your biggest breakthrough? On this episode of Bending Over Backwards, Dr. James Adkins sits down with Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Famer Nick Lowry to uncover the lessons behind his legendary career and life of service. From being cut by eight NFL teams to becoming a three-time Pro Bowler, Nick shares his strategies for building mental toughness, embracing persistence, and staying focused under pressure—even when 80,000 fans (and millions on TV) are watching.But this conversation goes beyond football. Listeners will learn how to transform personal challenges into opportunities fo...
2025-01-2133 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Sunday Strive 19.01.2025Send us a textSupport From last weeks process goals, which ones did you achieve? How did you do this? Who or what helped you? What takes it to the next level? Challenge What are you putting off doing? What one thing will have the biggest contributor of success this week. Inspire Russell Earnshaw Podcast Developing self awareness Creating a user manual for others and yourself. Be self d...
2025-01-1914 min
How to Strive - with Nick AdkinsRussell EarnshawSend us a textIn today’s episode of How to Strive, Rusty shares a wealth of experience in coaching individuals and teams to reach their highest potential. Drawing on his deep knowledge in personal development, leadership, and motivation, Rusty discusses how he stays ahead of the curve and what he’s observed in the mindset and habits of top performers, offering actionable insights for anyone striving to level up. Whether you’re a a coach, player or a striver this episode is packed with valuable takeaways to help you strive. Start Striving at
2025-01-1634 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsThe Sunday Strive 12.01.2025Send us a textSunday StriveA guided reflection to help athletes and coaches to reflect and set more intentional and impactful process goals. Outcome goal - Longer term goal that you don't fully have control over. Example Winning the league, getting promotion. Be the best coach in the world. Performance goal - These goals are the what success looks like of the outcome goal. If you achieve this you have more influence over achieving the outcome goal. Measurable where possible or clarity in if you do i...
2025-01-1216 min2025-01-0520 minHow to Strive - with Nick AdkinsIntroduction - Nick AdkinsSend us a textHi I am your host Nick. With over 13 years of experience in professional sports coaching, I have dedicated my career to player and coach development across a variety of sports and industries. My expertise spans both on-field coaching and strategic development roles, where I’ve worked to enhance performance, build high-functioning teams, and foster long-term growth in athletes and coaches alike. In addition to my work in sport, I have also collaborated with businesses to transfer my coaching skills and principles into organizational development, helping teams and leaders thrive in dynamic env...
2025-01-0305 min
Produce on PurposeThe Power of Purpose in Entrepreneurship with Nick BarrettIn this episode of the Produce On Purpose podcast, host Randy Adkins Jr. interviews Nick Barrett, the founder of CordBrick, a company dedicated to innovative solutions for managing electronic cords. Nick shares his journey from struggling with addiction to becoming a successful entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of self-improvement, community service, and sharing knowledge with others. He discusses the inception of CordBrick, the purpose behind his products, and the valuable lessons learned from his recovery journey. Nick emphasizes the significance of understanding one's audience, having an exit strategy, and the power of collaboration among entrepreneurs. The conversation concludes with practical...
2024-12-1034 min
It's about the triple aim!Nick Adkins, Co-Founder, Pinksocks.LifeOn today's episode of Health UnaBASHEd,our guest is Nick Adkins, Co-Founder, Pinksocks.Life a tax exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization focused on promoting human connection around the world. We discuss the genesis of tbe movement and the role of gifting 'for free and for fun' to make a difference in the lives of others. The pinksocks movement empowers people from all walks of life to connect with anyone, anywhere, by creating a global community of pinksocks-wearing people who are focused on kindness, empathy, connection, and love. The movement has been decommoditized from its beginning in 2015 – all pinksocks are gifts. Every co...
2024-08-3029 min
Make Due: Suburban Fireman PodcastMake Due: Episode 51 "Rural Fireground Considerations" with special guest, Bill Adkins.This episode takes a look at the ins and outs of rural fireground operations as we welcome to the show former Navy vet, Loveland-Symmes (OH) FD Captain, and Fayetteville FD Asst. Chief Bill Adkins to the show. Bill is also heavily involved as an author and featured contributor at Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment magazine where he has dozens of published articles. We examine the challenges faced in the rural vs suburban fire setting, tactical considerations, command thought processes, water supply issues and apparatus specification considerations unique to those settings. With 85% of the American fire service operating in either...
2024-08-132h 00
Impact Without LimitsS3 E28: Interviewing Attorneys and Crashing PartiesSend us a textIn this hilarious episode, Dale and Brian provide some unintended comedic relief in their ongoing legal battle. Returning to California in search of a new attorney, the brothers recount a memorable day spent meeting with three different law firms.True to their claim of always finding fun in any situation, Dale and Brian share the comical stories that emerged from all three meetings. From encountering an attorney who resembled Old Saint Nick to accidentally crashing a Christmas party, this episode is filled with laughter from start to finish.
2024-08-1227 min
Nick's Knacks - 1310 KFKANick’s Knacks – March 27 – Special Guest Wesley Adkins joins in on the Charlotte update, gift cards facts, the end of the Colorado Grit’s inaugural season, and more!
2024-03-2842 min
Tap Out TalkAEW FULL GEAR l 2023 l Results & Thoughts l Los Angeles, California - KIA Center
Thank you for stopping by and we look forward to hearing from you in the comments section and like we always say it's not goodbye it's GAME OVER.
#Wrestling #aew #fullgear #aewdynamite
This Episode of Tap Out Talk - Bryan "The Hype" Ballard - Pro Wrestling Podcast
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🎙️Darby, Sting, Adam Copeland (Edge) vs. Christian, Luchasuaras, Nick Wayne
🎙️Orange Cassidy vs. Jon Moxley (International Championship)
🎙️Hikaru Shida vs. "Timeless" Toni Storm (Women's Championship)
🎙️STarks / Bill vs. FTR vs. Rush / Dralistico vs. House of Black (AEW Tag Team Championship)🎙️Kris Statlander vs. Julia Hart vs. Skye Blue (TBS C...
2023-11-2551 min2023-11-0942 min
Outcomes RocketSpreading Kindness with PinkSocks with Nick Adkins, Founder of PinkSocks LifeIn a world filled with challenges, find out how the PinkSocks Life Movement empowers teachers to create a brighter future, one act of kindness at a time.In this episode, Nick Adkins discusses the PinkSocks Life Movement and its origins in promoting kindness, empathy, and social-emotional learning in schools. Nick's gift of pink socks to first-grade students evolved into the PinkSocks Life Movement, gaining national attention and inspiring kindness education in schools.Listen to the inspiring journey of Nick Adkins and how he's using pink socks to teach empathy and kindness to children!
2023-09-2514 min
Coaches Coffee Club040. Nick AdkinsIn today's episode we are joined by Head of Academy Coaching at Oxford United Nick Adkins.
Nick shares some key messages pertinent to his role as Coach Developer, reflects on his time with the Premier League working to design and implement a high level personal development programme, and how he is supporting individuals through his excellent work with Strive25.
If you are finding the episodes enjoyable or insightful, please leave us some feedback and support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/coachescoffeeclub
For more information on the amazing work Nick is doing, visit www.strive25.co.uk
2023-08-271h 03
Pharmacy to Dose: The Critical Care PodcastTrial of the Week: Unpeeling the Banana BagTrial of the Week: Unpeeling the Banana BagSpecial Guests: Aaron Cook, PharmD, FCCP, FNCS, FKSHP, BCCCP, BCPSAlex Flannery, PharmD, PhD, FCCM, BCCCP, BCPSListen to Aaron and Alex go into the history of this famous article, discuss how this paper, and how they still feel the impact years after publication.Flannery AH, Adkins DA, Cook AM. Unpeeling the Evidence for the Banana Bag: Evidence-Based Recommendations for the Management of Alcohol-Associated Vitamin and Electrolyte Deficiencies in the ICU. Crit Care Med. 2016 A...
2023-08-0424 min
Tap Out TalkAEW FORBIDDEN DOOR l 2022 l Results & Thoughts
#AEW #ForbiddenDoor #aewforbiddendoor #iwgp #newjapan #newjapanprowrestling
This Episode of Tap Out Talk - Bryan "The Hype" Ballard - Pro Wrestling Podcast
On This Episode of Tap Out Talk:
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🎙️QT Marshall & Aaron Solo vs. Hirooki Goto & Yoshi - Hashi
🎙️Lance Archer vs. Nick Comoroto
🎙️Keith Lee & Swerve Stricland vs. El Desperado & Yishinobu Kanemaru
🎙️Gunn Club & Max Caster vs. The OKC & Alex Coughlin & Yuya Uemura
🎙️Jericho Appreciation Society vs. Eddie Kingston, Wheeler Yuta, Umino
🎙️FTR vs. Jeff Cobb & GReat D-Khan vs. Roppongi Vice
🎙️Miro vs. Pac vs. Malakai Black vs. Clark Connors🎙️Bullet Club vs. Dudes with Attitudes
🎙️Thunde...
2023-06-2546 min
The HitstreakEpisode 83: Relationships are King, An Insiders Look at the Music Industry w/Rich RedmondEpisode 83 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything! This week we are joined by drummer, author, and podcaster Rich Redmond! Let us know in the comments what YOU want to hear about next!About our Guest: Rich Redmond is a top call recording drummer/percussionist based in Nashville and Los Angeles. Rich’s versatile, dynamic, and rock solid drumming is the sound behind many of today's top talents. Rich has been the touring and recording drummer with multi-platinum country rocker Jason Aldean for 2...
2023-05-231h 24
Good Vibes Nation#53 Gone CountryEpisode #53 Gone Country... Good Vibes Nation kicks off its second season with a bang!!! Nick sits down with Country Music Recording Artist Amy Scruggs. Now don't be fooled Amy also adds TV host, Public Speaker, Corporate Spokesperson, and Sales Professional, and author to her laundry list of credentials. Amy's journey of over 15 years in country music has led her to opening for some amazing Artists including Clint Black, Trace Adkins, Charlie Daniels, and many more. We are grateful she has shared her astonishing journey with us.
Stay tuned after the main segment for another memorable Yelp Help which you will hea...
2022-12-1434 min
The Healthcare Education Transformation PodcastPinkSocks - Nick AdkinsIn today's episode, Nick Adkins comes onto the HET Podcast to tell his story about PinkSocks. PinkSocks is a movement about creating a global community of empathy, community and love. PinkSocks are always a gift. Biography: Nick is also founder of the global pinksocks movement. Nick attended Burning Man in 2010 for the first time and the dust cleared from his eyes. He returned to Nashville, ditched the suits, sold a company, and set out on a new adventure that took him to Portland, Oregon. Nick is a co-founder of ReelDx, the creators of the medvid.io open API for secure a...
2022-01-3127 min
Bump In The RoadNick Adkins: The Gift of #PinkSocksDo you have PinkSocks? The PinkSocks movement comprises everyone from school children to astronauts. They're about gifting, kindness and connection. Join me with Nick Adkins, the Co-Founder of this global movement. Read more at BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support #PinkSocks #BumpInTheRoad
2021-09-0826 min
Feelings MatterKindness: Nick Adkins' PinkSocks - Episode 13Co-founder of pinksocks.life , Nick Adkins, joins us to talk about kindness. Nick says, "when I gift the socks, I always look the other person in the eyes and say 'Every time you wear your pinksocks you’re going to make people smile! People will come up to you and ask you about your pinksocks. That’s your opportunity to connect with another person, that had you not have been wearing your pinksocks that day, the two of you would have missed each other in the universe. Don’t miss that moment to connect and share space! Get off your bike...
2021-05-2030 min
Tap Out TalkWWE HALL OF FAME l Class of 2020 & 2021 l Induction CeremonyWe discuss & celebrate the careers of the 2020 & 2021 WWE Hall of Fame classes:
Hall of Fame Class of 2020 Inductions include:
NWO New World Order
JBL John Bradshaw Layfield
The Bella Twins
Celebrity Wing Williams Shatner
Jushin "Thunder Liger"
The British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith
Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Inductions include:
Molly Holly
Eric Bischoff
The Great Khali
Warrior Award Titus O'neal
RVD Rob Van Dam
Kane
#WWE #WWEHOF #wwehalloffame #NWO #NewWorldOrder #BellaTwins #KANE #RVD #RobVanDam #JBL
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2021-04-041h 24
Digital Health & WearablesNick Adkins, talking about Healthcare, Connection, Gratitude & Wearables #PinksocksIn this episode, we talked about the state of #healthcare, the need for human connection, gratitude in life, the best in #Wearables technology, and more.
Nick talks about the #Pinksocks movement and his magnificent work about sharing love and spread goodness and kindness around the world.
I am sure that you appreciate his insights and you will be tempted to join the PinkSocks movement.
WHAT IS THE #PINKSOCKS movement?
Pinksocks is focused on promoting human connection and promoting the spread of goodness and kindness around the world. The pinksocks movement empowers people from all walks of life to connect with...
2021-03-2224 min
Support The Come UpSupport The Come Up Podcast With Shaq Hinkson & Dan (Auto Detailing Edition)Jared (@Prominent_Ja) was able to sit down with the Founder of Nick's Professional Supply Shop, Shaq Hinkson, and the student turned business owner Dan, Founder of Detailing With Dan. During this interview, Shaq discusses how he started his business with a truck, to opening a shop, and gaining high celebrity clientele such as Fat Joe, DJ Khaled, Meek Mill, and more. Dan discusses his passion behind car detailing, what led him to start his business, and his transition from NYC to Atlanta. Tune in to see what it takes to be apart of the Car detailing I...
2021-03-0956 min
Talking BeardsNick Adkins and 22 Until None Talking Beards-The Podcast ep.185 Returning guest, Nick Adkins of Permafrost Beards, joins us to discuss his latest online fundraising auction. 59 tins of Permafrosts beard product went up for auction for their Dent Scent Roulette to benefit 22 Until None. Each tin was individually numbered from 1-60 and the #22 tin was auctioned off on our Maybe Monday to the highest bidder. Nick will let us know how everything all turned out as well as discussing how he got involved with 22 Until Done. Matt McClear from Beard Laws will be here to give us the latest in e...
2021-02-271h 05
Dynasty OasisDynasty/NFL Hybrid Mock Draft@NastyNeutz and @DyanstyOasis are back again to break down the biggest movers from a fun wild card weekend. How much has Russell Wilson's value moved at the end of 2020? Can AB be counted on in 2021? Who is most likely to replace Juju's slot role in PIT? Is Nick Chubb the best RB in pro football?
Then the guys will mock draft, using the NFL draft order, but only drafting dynasty relevant players. A great chance to discuss landing spots for players, while still discussing how we see the rookies shaking out in...
2021-01-121h 12
A Force To Be Reckoned With52. PARENTING: We Wanted to Hear From YOU--Listener Thoughts on 'Why I Didn't Rebel' by Rebecca LindenbachSend us a textThis episode is a little out of the ordinary, but we are so excited about it! We asked a few of our listeners to read the book 'Why I Didn't Rebel' and share their pressing thoughts--and then we added in a little commentary! We cannot wait for you to hear this! Thank you so much for doing this Julie and Aaron, Nick, and Whittni! Rebecca Lindenbach EpisodeMore on The Millennial Mission/Links Mentioned in Episode:Follow us on IG: @bethanyandcorey Sign Up for exclusive discounts, be...
2020-10-011h 03
The Nick Scott Effect025 - Pastor Luke Adkins From Heritage Baptist ChurchLuke Adkins is the Pastor of the Heritage Baptist Church located in Pinch, West Virginia. Theology, philosophy, and religion are fascinating topics. When the podcast was broadened to include any guest on any topic we knew we wanted to discuss these intriguing topics. Luke, being extremely talented and knowledgeable in the Judeo-Christian faith, was perfect for this episode. We venture down many interesting topics including aliens, is the human man Jesus Christ actually still alive some 2,000 ...
2020-09-221h 23
A Force To Be Reckoned With45. A Conversation About Grief After Unexpected Loss with the Adkins BrothersSend us a textBethany Here--I am so happy that I get to call these three men my family. Today, we are sharing a conversation that Corey and his brothers Nick and Christian had about how they dealt with grief after losing their dad suddenly last fall. There are definitely some elements to the conversation that only took place because there were three guys in the room, so be prepared for that. Their conversation was honest and candid, and through this episode, their hope is that what they went through might help one of you out there...
2020-09-011h 12
Talking BeardsNick Adkins of Permafrost Beards Talking Beards-The Podcast -audio only for video version of this click link below: https://www.facebook.com/talkingbeards/videos/354510552245935/ Mr. Facejacket 2020 is coming up and being hosted by Permafrost Beards. Nick Adkins is here to talk all about how they are trying to raise funds for the Fairbanks Community Food Bank in Fairbanks Alaska. They will be hosting their online beard competition for the entire month of August. We will talk about how you can support this event along with all the details of how this unique online event will be...
2020-08-161h 13
Trash TalkTrash Talk, Ep. 2: The Bryan AdkinsMy guest today, has experience in the film industry along with Rugby and MMA background. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-08-0932 min