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The Michael Brian ShowINSPIRE w/Risa August: Brain Tumor & Divorce EP773Inspire, Empower & Educate with Rise August (@risaunleashed) where they share their biggest lessons learned and words of wisdom from having a brain tumour and going through a divorce!
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2026-02-0604 min
We're Not Stumped - Centering on life stories of the Limb Loss / Amputee and Disabled CommunitiesTurning Cancer Into Purpose: Risa August’s Advocacy & Resilience JourneyIn this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Risa August — cancer survivor, author of The Road Unpaved, TEDx speaker, and patient advocate — for a deeply honest and uplifting conversation.Risa shares how her diagnosis and cancer treatments reshaped her identity, challenged her physically and emotionally, and ultimately inspired her to create a life of meaning and service. From enduring radiation and its long-term effects to cycling nearly 1,900 miles from Canada to Mexico, Risa’s journey is one of courage, mindset, and transformation.Tog...
2026-01-2724 min
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk PodcastHiatus Replay S4 EP204: Risa August, Author of The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a BikeJoin the conversation, text us now. Happy New Year People, We have finally crossed over into 2026 and are getting closer to the start of Season 5! But for today, we have got an incredible replay from Season 4! In this inspiring episode of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt – Book Talk Podcast, Dianne chats with the effervescent Risa August, award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and rare disease warrior with sparkles in her hair and a tutu in her bag. Diagnosed with a pituitary tumor over a decade ago, Risa could have let life slow her down. Ins...
2026-01-0740 min
The Great DetourFrom Ironman Athlete to Brain Tumor Survivor: Risa August’s Road to ResilienceIn this episode of The Great Detour™, Jess sits down with Risa August, an award-winning speaker, author, Gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate. For the past decade, she has been navigating a brain tumor and a rare medical condition that dramatically changed her life.Risa shares how she went from being a high-performing Ironman athlete and self-proclaimed perfectionist to facing a life-altering diagnosis that forced her to slow down, listen to her body, and grieve the loss of who she used to be. She opens up about the years of being dismissed by doctors, the power of trusting he...
2026-01-0742 min
Inspire CampfireEpisode 188: Canada to Mexico with a Brain Tumor with Risa AugustThis week, we're honored to welcome Risa August, an adventurer and author based in Colorado. After receiving a life-altering diagnosis of a brain tumor in 2018, Risa faced a choice that would define her future: to retreat into fear or to embrace life with renewed purpose. She chose the latter, transforming from a rigid perfectionist into someone who lives fully in each moment.Risa takes us on a journey through her transformation from accomplished athlete to someone facing an uncertain medical future, and ultimately to a woman who refused to let a brain tumor (affectionately named Bubba) define...
2026-01-0548 min
Storybeat with Steve CudenRisa August, Author-TEDx Speaker-Screenwriter-Episode #379The award-winning author, TEDx speaker, screenwriter, Gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate, Risa August, has been living with a pituitary tumor and the rare disease acromegaly for over a decade. From being a girl with sparkles in her hair to an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With genuine curiosity and a love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or Hip-Hop dance lessons, trying out aerial silks, a boxing class, going indoor skydiving, or guiding inspirational workshops in creativity.Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned a...
2025-12-3055 min
In The Black PodcastEpisode 56: Living Brave with a Brain Tumor: Risa August on Grit, Alignment, and Choosing Your Own PathAfter being diagnosed with a life-changing brain tumor, Risa August was told to slow down and play it safe. Instead, she got on her bike and rode 1,845 miles from Canada to Mexico, redefining what strength, healing, and resilience could look like.In this episode, Risa shares the story behind her award-winning memoir The Road Unpaved, how she turned one of the hardest seasons of her life into a journey of freedom, and what pushed her to become a TEDx speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and advocate for pituitary tumor awareness.We talk about:• Navigating a major di...
2025-12-171h 15
Conversations with KrisEP506: Risa August - The Ride That Rebuilt HerIn this inspiring episode of Conversations with Kris, Risa August shares her story of transformation — a journey that quite literally took her from Canada to Mexico on a bicycle.After facing immense personal challenges, Risa chose to rebuild her life one mile at a time. Through courage, creativity, and sheer will, she turned her pain into purpose and her journey into art. Her story is a moving reminder that healing isn’t always quiet — sometimes, it’s an open road stretching thousands of miles long.FOLLOW FOR MORE:https://www.risaaugust.c...
2025-11-0340 min
Healthy Mind, Healthy LifeFrom Tumor to Triumph: Riza's Inspiring JourneyIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik welcomes Riza August, who shares her inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery following a brain tumor diagnosis. Riza discusses her decision to reclaim her life through an 1845-mile bike journey, the emotional and spiritual growth she experienced, and the importance of sharing her story to help others heal. The conversation emphasizes the power of perspective, the significance of taking small steps towards recovery, and the ongoing journey of personal transformation.
Takeaways
Riza made a conscious decision to live after her diagnosis.
The bike journey was...
2025-10-1516 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeFrom Tumor to Triumph: Riza's Inspiring JourneyIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik welcomes Riza August, who shares her inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery following a brain tumor diagnosis. Riza discusses her decision to reclaim her life through an 1845-mile bike journey, the emotional and spiritual growth she experienced, and the importance of sharing her story to help others heal. The conversation emphasizes the power of perspective, the significance of taking small steps towards recovery, and the ongoing journey of personal transformation.
Takeaways
Riza made a conscious decision to live after her diagnosis.
The bike journey was...
2025-10-1516 min
The 10Adventures PodcastEP-234 THE ROAD UNPAVED: Risa August’s Journey Across North AmericaWhat happens when life throws you its hardest challenges — and you decide to face them on a bicycle?
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Richard talks with Risa August, author of The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. Her memoir chronicles her ride from Canada to Mexico while navigating a rare pituitary disease and the collapse of her marriage.
Risa shares how cycling became a vehicle for resilience, healing, and rediscovery. From the fatigue of post-surgery recovery to relentless rainstorms, from group dynamics on the road to finding un...
2025-10-0535 min
The Acting Podcast from The BGB StudioEp. 61: Clayton Farris: Funny Guy Goes DeeperClayton Farris is an Actor. He’s a comedian, a filmmaker, a content creator, a great guy… and… he most of all is an Actor dedicated to being the Best Actor he can possibly be. Clayton is a long-time member of the BGB Studio, and Risa has had the privilege of working with him here and watching him work hard and grow brilliantly. His fellow BGB actors adore him, as does she. Risa and Clayton talk about his path and his process here on The Acting Podcast.Ok, so more on Clayton’s career…...
2025-09-251h 16
The Freely YOU PodcastEp. 140, Beyond the Diagnosis: How Risa August Transformed Her Biggest Challenge into Her Greatest TeacherRisa is an Award-winning author, Speaker including TEDx, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate. But these beautiful accolades are only part of her story. In 2018, Risa was diagnosed with a pituitary brain tumor and acromegaly. As you can imagine, this diagnosis changed Risa's life forever. Today we are diving into what that has looked like for her, lessons she has learned, and the way this diagnosis has inspired her to live her life and share her learnings with others. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Risa as much as I did. You can explore Risa's website here: https://ww...
2025-09-171h 00
Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories027 - Nepal, Italy, Biking the Camino de Santiago, & More With Author, Speaker, & Gestalt Practitioner, Risa August. - Travel StoriesI feel truly inspired this week. In this incredible episode my guest Risa August shares her incredible journey of living with acromegaly, a rare disease caused by a tumor at the base of her brain. She discusses her transformation into a patient advocate, her passion for travel, and how cycling has played a significant role in her healing process.
Rissa recounts her experiences biking from Canada to Mexico, walking the Camino de Santiago, and exploring various countries, including her adventures in Nepal and Machu Picchu. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of connection, living life fully...
2025-09-141h 24
Voice Within: A Storybook by StorytellersInterview with Risa August: The Road Unpaved - Living Beyond LimitsWhen doctors dismiss your symptoms for seven years despite you knowing something is deeply wrong with your body, what do you do? For Risa, that medical journey led to a life-altering diagnosis of acromegaly – a rare condition caused by a pituitary tumor she affectionately named "Bubba." The moment an endocrinologist finally validated her experience with four simple words – "you are not crazy" – marked the beginning of a profound transformation. Rather than allowing her diagnosis to define her limitations, Risa embarked on an extraordinary path of self-discovery, eventually cycling the Pacific Coast for six weeks just two years after c...
2025-08-2254 min
The Motivation Mindset with Risa WilliamsThe Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams & Erica Curtis: Assertive CommunicationSend us a textSometimes, we can get really lost in our own words during conversations with others. We wander off, we shut down, we forget to say what we need...so how can we learn to be more assertive in our every communication? Risa Williams is joined by Erica Curtis to discuss simple ways we can simplify our thoughts down into words and figure out exactly what we want out of the conversations we're having.They discuss:-Simple ways to figure out what you want from an interaction-How conversations...
2025-08-0726 minBook Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk PodcastS4 EP182: Risa August, Author of The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a BikeJoin the conversation, text us now. Hello My Happy People, Have I got a show for you today! In this inspiring episode of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt – Book Talk Podcast, I share my interview with the effervescent Risa August, award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and rare disease warrior with sparkles in her hair and a tutu in her bag. Diagnosed with a pituitary tumor over a decade ago, Risa could have let life slow her down. Instead, she chose to pedal harder, live louder, and advocate fiercely for herself and others.Risa bri...
2025-08-0643 min
Powerhouse WomenThe Power of Style: How What You Wear Impacts What You Believe About Yourself with Risa KostasYour closet is an extension of who you are! Today, I sit down with Risa Kostas, fashion stylist and co-founder of the Rescue Kit Company, to pull back the curtain on the true power of style. We talk about how what we wear can directly impact our energy, our level of self-confidence, and the way we show up in the world. Risa also shares simple, cost-effective tips to work your self-expression muscle and upgrade your wardrobe–without breaking the bank. If you're wondering how to level-up your current style or still figuring out what to wear to the Powerhouse Wo...
2025-07-241h 07
Strong EnoughRisa August: Making Her Voice MatterFollowing a life-altering diagnosis, Risa made it her mission to draw attention to rare Pituitary diseases by sharing her own personal journey. Little did she know, this diagnosis would teach her to live. Along with her mission, she continues to explore ways of experiencing life more fully by challenging her limiting beliefs and refocusing her perspective. This has further led her to guide others through their own limiting beliefs and toward their biggest and best life. In this episode, Risa shares the difficulty she experienced in getting a diagnosis and how she finally advocated for herself to get...
2025-07-2444 min
Meredyth with a Why: Wisdom, Truth, Soul Guided Spirituality198: Risa August Rode from Canada to Mexico and is Just Getting StartedIn this episode of Meredyth with a Why, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Risa August—author, coach, and truly one of the most courageous women I've met. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor, Risa didn't shrink from life—she expanded. She got on a bike and rode 1,845 miles from Canada to Mexico—solo. But what really blew me away is that the ride was just the beginning. This conversation is so much more than a story of an epic cycling trip. It's about reinvention, resilience, and how we...
2025-07-0954 minThe Motivation Mindset with Risa WilliamsThe Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Cultivating Self-Love - Darrin KageleSend us a textDo you struggle with talking to yourself in a loving way? Do you find it's easier to show other people love rather than to give it to yourself? Then, this episode is for you! Risa Williams talks to therapist, Darrin Kagele, about cultivating self-love and learning into lean into self-kindness more intentionally.They discuss:-How kindness is a starting point for learning self-love-Creating a Self-Love Menu to draw from when you're feeling stuck-Why training your brain to form new pathways...
2025-07-0832 min
Author in the HeadlightsAuthor in the Headlights, 3.21, with Risa August - The Unpaved RoadThis week's interview is with Risa August, a woman with a brain tumor she named Bubba, and bike jaunt from the Canadian border to Mexico. Risa has turned her infirmity into a life-changing challenge, now becoming a speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and author, assisting others in learning how to deal with their own problems. Listen in to a wonderful 14 minutes as we discuss her life's journey. StriderThe Road Unpaved: https://books2read.com/u/mZDo8EOther books:Mark Berridge - A Fraction Stronger: https://books2read.co...
2025-06-1113 min
Your Book, Your VoiceYour Book Your Voice - Guest: Author/Speaker Risa AugustReady to be inspired? Join me as my special guest Risa August, author, speaker, Gestalt Practitioner shares her story of triumph over a rare pituitary disease that has not slowed her down. Pretty amazing! Risa will also share her story behind writing her bestselling book The Road Unpaved. You are in for a real treat! If you're a published nonfiction writer, coach, entrepreneur, educator or poet and you want to narrate your own audiobook, schedule a free call with me, Robert A. Lane of Robert Lane Coaching: https://bit.ly/audiobookonboarding We'll talk about your book, I'll give you more...
2025-05-1656 min
The Art Of Imperfect AdultingBalancing Health and Heartbreak With Risa AugustIn this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, guest Risa August shares her transformative journey of receiving a life-altering diagnosis of a brain tumor while experiencing the dissolution of her 18-year marriage. Through resilience and introspection, she discusses how these major events became a catalyst for reevaluating her life and priorities, leading her to embrace a life filled with new adventures and personal growth.Guest Information: Award-winning author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for decades. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage...
2025-05-1541 min
The On Purpose PodcastEp. 302 - Risa AugustRisa August is the author of "The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike." August embarked on her journey to bike the entire length of the Pacific Coast Highway, from Canada to Mexico, after being diagnosed with a rare pituitary disease. The journey was an effort to reclaim the life she has prior to her diagnosis and surgery.Connect with Risa on her website risaaugust.com, instagram @risaunleashed and LinkedIn @risa-august.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more!Check in on Instagram, Facebook
2025-05-1553 min
The Run Radio PodcastThe Run Radio Podcast Guest Risa AugustTrina talks to Risa August, author of The Road Unpaved. She shares about how her training and hobbies have evolved after a life-changing diagnosis.
2025-05-0226 min
The Pituitary World News PodcastS11E3: Cool chatsSometimes conversations take interesting turns and often lead to surprising and unexpected discussions. If you're a regular listener of the Pituitary Podcast, you may have caught a few of our live broadcasts where these unscripted discussion are common.
Today I'm joined by Risa August, a patient and advocate and a frequent guest sharing her work, adventures and advocacy efforts, for one of those engaging chats. In this podcast we explored the importance of listening. We also discussed the stories that spark the interest needed to capture the attention of people who may know little or nothing about...
2025-04-2926 min
The Storied Human (What is your Story?)Season 2025 Episode 3. Diagnosed with a pituitary disease, Risa decided to take an epic bike ride: what she learned along the wayGo ahead and text me! Risa August is not your average human. When faced with a devastating pituitary disease diagnosis, she pushed through to find herself again. One of the things she did was participate in a bike ride from Canada to Mexico!She published her multi-award-winning memoir "The Road Unpaved - Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike" about this major life-altering diagnosis and personal life upheaval. She found that she experienced a change in her own perspective, and faced her own limiting beliefs. After being told she "shouldn't", she decided t...
2025-03-0946 min
Home From Here with John BurtonEpisode 227 - Risa August Home EditionRisa August gets a pituitary tumor in her skull and turns it into a bike ride from the top of America to the bottom and a best-selling award-winning book titled: The Road Unpaved.
2025-03-082h 04
MindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesEmbracing Life's Journey: Risa August on Advocacy, Resilience, and Cultural ExplorationI would love to hear from you! Nate Scheer converses with Risa August about shifting perspectives to transform limiting beliefs, shared experiences with the healthcare system, and embracing authenticity through travel and adventure. The episode inspires listeners to challenge their own mindsets and advocate for their health, urging them to live fully and authentically despite life's obstacles. • Personal journey through health challenges • Importance of self-advocacy in healthcare • Reflecting on identity and authenticity • Travel as a means of transformation • Embracing resilience and gratitude in difficulties • Shifting perspectives to overcome limiting beliefs • Enc...
2025-02-1951 min
Work From Home ForeverS3 E7 How Remote Work Helped Risa August Manage Her Health and ThriveIn this episode of theWork From Home Forever podcast, we talk with Risa August, a speaker, author, and remote work advocate. Risa shares how working from home changed her life, giving her the flexibility to manage a major health challenge while still pursuing her passions. She explains how remote work allowed her to create a schedule that fits her needs, reduce stress, and focus on what matters most.We also dive into how remote work helps people balance health, work, and personal goals. Risa gives tips for setting boundaries, staying productive, and making remote work a long-term...
2025-02-1133 min
Difference Makers by Ramos Law#246 How a Brain Tumor Changed Her Life and Inspired a Mission to Empower Millions | Risa August’s StoryIn this inspiring episode of The Difference Makers Podcast, Dr. Jim Hoven sits down with Risa August, a captivating speaker and advocate for rare Pituitary disease awareness.
After a life-changing diagnosis, Risa turned her journey into a mission to help others break free from limiting beliefs and embrace their biggest and best life. Together, they explore:
✅ How challenges can shift your perspective on life
✅ Practical strategies to overcome mental barriers
✅ The transformative power of refocusing your mindset
Risa’s authenticity and passion for personal growth make this conversation unforgettable. Whether you're looking for inspiration or tools to create a better l...
2025-02-0738 min
Fill To Capacity (Where Heart, Grit and Irreverent Humor Collide)Riding Through The Storm: Finding Strength In Chaos With Risa AugustSend us a textWhat happens when a top-tier athlete, defined by discipline and control, is faced with a rare illness and the collapse of an 18-year marriage? Risa August got off her couch, named her tumor “Bubba,” grabbed her bike, and rode 1,845 miles down the Pacific Coast, battling pain, gale-force winds, and heartbreak.In this gripping episode, Risa shares how she traded perfectionism for authenticity. From wearing Wonder Woman tutus during radiation treatments to trekking Machu Picchu, her story isn’t just about surviving—it’s about redefining what it truly means to live.Tune...
2025-02-0550 min
Art On The AirThis week on ART ON THE AIR features an indie-folk cellist, vocalist, songwriter, Ellie Barber, Ollella , Next we author Risa August, Spotlight is on Chicago Street TheaterThis week (2/14 & 2/16) on ART ON THE AIR features an indie-folk cellist, vocalist, songwriter, Ellie Barber, Ollella , previewing her new album Antifragile coming in March 2025. Next we feature the author of “The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike,” Risa August, about her journey of rediscovery after her diagnosis.
Our Spotlight is on Chicago Street Theater’s farce comedy, “Rules For Living” opening February 14th.
Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/AOTA, and can also be heard Fridays at...
2025-02-0558 min
Becoming Your Best VersionA Conversation with Risa August, Tumor Survivor and Award-Winning AuthorAward-winning author, speaker, Gestalt Practitioner (a form of holistic, non-traditional coaching/guiding), and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for more than a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired.
Risa's book, The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike, describes her soul-healing journey riding her bike from Canada to Mexico. She currently is working on th...
2025-01-3122 min
Type.Tune.Tint.2024 Year End Review: The Most Amazing Stories!Of the 23 episodes I produced for the Type. Tune. Tint. video and podcast in 2024, I came up with four that really amazed me because of the amazing people behind them. Any time you need a little inspiration, perhaps a reminder that your life isn't as crappy as you think, watch/listen to this episode to see how Zach redefined his life after an unsuccessful suicide attempt; how Allie dove into the world of wasps and created more than 800 illustrations of individual species; how Mary Beth survived a life of near-fatal addiction and abuse to become a federal administrative court...
2024-12-2105 min
Blueprints for Brilliance: Coaching InsightsUnlocking Wholeness through Gestalt Coaching with Risa AugustIn this episode, we dive deep into Gestalt coaching and its powerful approach to achieving wholeness through self-discovery and healing. Join Risa August, along with Kirsten Graham and Jeanne Willson, as they explore techniques for overcoming relationship patterns, healing childhood trauma, and fostering personal growth. With a focus on Gestalt therapy techniques and emotional release therapy, this conversation offers insights for anyone seeking a transformational life coaching experience that nurtures the inner self.What You’ll Discover or Learn in the Episode:How Gestalt coaching can facilitate healing childhood trauma and promote emotional well-beingTechniques for overcoming ne...
2024-12-1719 min
It's BizzyEpisode 505 The Road Unpaved: Risa August Resilience, Healing, and Life After a Brain TumorSend us a textIn this episode of Conversations with Bizzy, Risa August shares her incredible journey of resilience and self-discovery after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. From her initial struggles with misdiagnosis to finding the right medical support, Risa emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself in healthcare. She discusses the role of faith and spirituality in her recovery, the challenges of accepting help, and the profound impact of community support. Risa's story culminates in her decision to embark on a transformative biking journey along the Pacific Coast, symbolizing her renewed zest for life and...
2024-12-1651 min
The Relatable Voice PodcastOne Woman, One Tumor, 1,845 Miles: A Story of Resilience and Redemption, with Risa AugustHello and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we’re taking a virtual drive to beautiful Colorado to chat with the incredible Risa August. Risa is an award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and patient advocate. Risa is also one of the speakers of the RV Book Fair 2024. Her latest book, The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike, has been inspiring readers everywhere. Find out more at: //www.risaaugust.com
2024-12-0537 min
Tony Stark's Hero Up Podcast22: From Ironman to the ICU to Personal Evolution: Risa August's Journey of ResilienceDiscover a story that defies the odds as Risa August dives into her powerful transformation from battling a hidden illness to embracing a whole new self. In this episode, we explore Risa’s raw and unfiltered path through grit, endurance, and self-acceptance. With a past that reads like an adventure novel, Risa takes us through her athletic achievements, health struggles, and the moment her life changed with a long-overdue diagnosis. If you've ever wondered what it truly takes to turn struggle into strength, you won’t want to miss this.Inside This Unmissable Episode:
2024-11-171h 05
Tony Stark's Hero Up Podcast22: From Ironman to Invalid: Risa August’s Journey of ResilienceDiscover a story that defies the odds as Risa August dives into her powerful transformation from battling a hidden illness to embracing a whole new self. In this episode, we explore Risa’s raw and unfiltered path through grit, endurance, and self-acceptance. With a past that reads like an adventure novel, Risa takes us through her athletic achievements, health struggles, and the moment her life changed with a long-overdue diagnosis. If you've ever wondered what it truly takes to turn struggle into strength, you won’t want to miss this....
2024-11-171h 04
The Social Chameleon ShowReclaiming Life Through Adversity: Risa August’s Inspiring Tale of Personal Transformation | Ep 103Embracing Change and Unleashing Potential with Risa August.
In today's episode, we are joined by the inspiring Risa August, an award-winning author, speaker, and patient advocate. Risa shares her extraordinary journey of overcoming a rare pituitary disease, which shifted her from a life of athletic perfection to one of profound self-discovery and resilience. From navigating the complexities of her diagnosis to challenging medical expectations with an audacious bike ride from Canada to Mexico, Risa embodies the strength of the human spirit. Join us as we discuss the importance of taking personal responsibility for health...
2024-11-141h 13
Tough Girl PodcastRisa August - Removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life…. Author of 'The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike'.In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life and inspiring journey of Risa August, a multifaceted individual based in Colorado, USA. Risa wears many hats - she's a Gestalt practitioner, a captivating speaker, an author, and a passionate patient advocate. Her story is one of resilience, marked by her decade-long battle with a pituitary tumour and a rare disease, Acromegaly. Risa shares candidly about her experiences, offering profound insights into overcoming adversity and embracing life with unparalleled vigour. Risa's journey into the realm of personal transformation began with her participation in Ironman races, a...
2024-10-2950 min
The Health Design PodcastRisa August, patient advocateBased in Colorado, Risa August is an author, Speaker, Gestalt practitioner and Patient Advocate for rare pituitary diseases. She has been sharing her story for the past five years, and more recently in her memoir The Road Unpaved – Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. In addition to speaking at conferences for leaders in pharmaceuticals, medical professionals, and patients, her work is published on blogs and in other smaller publications. Her most popular personal essay, “Marshmallow Clouds,” has been translated into Spanish. Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and em...
2024-10-2528 min
MercyCastRisa August on living like you have nothing to lose.When you are at the end of your rope, that's when you can grow the most.Risa August, author of 'The Road Unpaved, Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike,' shares her journey of resilience and self-discovery after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. Despite the challenges she faced, Risa refused to let her diagnosis paralyze her and instead made a conscious decision to live. Starting with small goals, such as walking to the mailbox, Risa gradually built her strength and confidence. Along the way, she discovers the power of reframing her thoughts...
2024-10-1643 min
Teatime with Miss LizTeatime with Miss Liz T-E-A Open Discussion with Risa August
**Exciting Announcement!** Join us on **Teatime with Miss Liz** on **October 3rd at 3 PM EST** for an inspiring conversation with the incredible **Risa August**, author of “Border to Border with a Brain Tumour and a Bike.” **Meet My Guest: Risa August**Risa is an award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate who has been navigating life with a pituitary tumour and a rare disease for over a decade. She shares her journey with authenticity and passion, inspiring audiences everywhere! With sparkles in her hair and a heart full of adventure, Risa’s journey is anything but ordinary. From being...
2024-10-031h 00
Teatime with Miss LizTeatime with Miss Liz T-E-A Open Discussion with Risa August**Exciting Announcement!** Join us on **Teatime with Miss Liz** on **October 3rd at 3 PM EST** for an inspiring conversation with the incredible **Risa August**, author of “Border to Border with a Brain Tumour and a Bike.” **Meet My Guest: Risa August**Risa is an award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate who has been navigating life with a pituitary tumour and a rare disease for over a decade. She shares her journey with authenticity and passion, inspiring audiences everywhere! With sparkles in her hair and a heart full of adventure, Risa’s journey is anything but ordinary. From being an Iro...
2024-10-031h 00
Had To Be There092 | Canada 🚲 MexicoMeet Risa August, a seasoned traveler, adventurer, and author! In this inspiring episode, Risa shares her journey from Canada to Mexico on a bike, overcoming challenges, and embracing new experiences along the way. Plus, hear all about her book, The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike, and how she's inspiring others with her mindset and determination.Don't forget to leave us a Google review: Review us here!Find us on GoodPods: Listen here!Connect with Risa August:https://www.risaaugust.co...
2024-10-0235 min
Off The Comma#57 Rare Pituitary Disorder with Risa AugustIn this episode, we talk to Risa August. She describes herself as genuine, kind and compassionate. Risa lives in the United States. Risa tells us about sitting on a comma with a rare pituitary tumor and disorder called acromegaly. After 8 long years of deep knowing that something wasn’t right within her body, but not being able to find the answers, her diagnosis brought her validation, affirmation and the sense of finally being heard. What followed for Risa was a journey of reconstruction, taking steps and grabbing onto as many experiences that life could bri...
2024-09-2552 min
Cultivate Your Joyful Life024. Letting go of Perfectionism w/ Risa AugustIn this inspirational episode of 'Cultivate Your Joyful Life', life coach Emily Liou interviews Risa August, an award-winning author and gestalt practitioner, who shares her transformative journey from being a perfectionist to living a fully expressed and carefree life.After being diagnosed with a pituitary tumor and a rare disease, Risa redefined her concept of perfection and embraced her authentic self. She now helps others navigate their own roadblocks and find inner joy. The conversation touches on the origins of perfectionism, the importance of letting go, and how small changes can lead to greater freedom and happiness.
2024-09-1645 min
Type.Tune.Tint.Taming A Tumor: Risa AugustWhadya think of this episode>TK Books LLCContemporary fiction and science fiction; ebooks, softcover, hardcover and audiobooks.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSubscribe to the Type. Tune. Tint. podcast today. Cheap. Right here.
2024-09-1137 minThe Motivation Mindset with Risa WilliamsThe Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams & Erica Curtis: Organization OverwhelmSend us a textWhen it comes to getting organized or tackling organization projects, do you freeze up with overwhelm? Do you feel shut down, do you start to procrastinate, or do you feel that avoidance starting to take over?Risa Williams and Erica Curtis are here to help with some simple strategies to navigate our nervous systems when they go into "fight or flight" mode over everyday tasks we need to do.We discuss:-Different states of nervous system activation-Executive functions and what happens when we're stressed out...
2024-08-2228 min
Connected Conversations for CreativesFrom Adversity to Art - A Connected Conversation with Risa AugustIn this episode of Connected Conversations for Creatives, we explore the profound impact of creative expression on healing and self-discovery. Together, we'll dive into the essence of art and who can truly call themselves an artist. Is it limited to those formally trained, or does it include anyone who finds solace in a paintbrush during times of personal turmoil?Our guest, Rissa August, exemplifies the authentic spirit of an artist. Diagnosed with a brain tumor and a rare disease, Rissa turned to painting as a means of coping and healing. Her art, inspired by Native American culture, began as...
2024-08-2151 min
The Business AnimalFinding Your Path with Risa AugustJoin me as I talk with Risa August, founder of Feather and Sage Coaching, author, coach, and hair sparkler! Risa shares the unique challenges she's faced in building a business that supports the life she wants to live — including how a life changing diagnosis of a brain tumor has both changed her and, at the same time, solidified who she came into this life to be. You'll laugh and learn in this insightful episode.Buy Risa's book "The Road Unpaved" here: https://a.co/d/gUFM4pW on Amazon. It is available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible fo...
2024-08-2028 min
Philippines TodayPhilippines Today by GMA Integrated News | August 20, 2024Here are the latest stories from Philippines Today by GMA Integrated News:China, PH ships collided near Escoda Shoal —Chinese execDOH detects 1 new mpox casePHIVOLCS observes vog from Taal VolcanoRisa Hontiveros: Alice Guo has left PH last July 17Mans Carpio echoes wife VP Sara, says drug allegations are political attacksSandro Muhlach, NBI file complaint vs 2 independent contractorsFor more updates, visit https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/(Recorded on August 19 before 7:00 PM)--Voice Talent: Jenica VillanuevaProducer: Andy Hoo
2024-08-1903 min
Suitcase Divas: Travel Agent Tips, Tricks & Travel TalesSuitcase Divas Episode 46: Unstoppable Journeys: A Conversation with Risa AugustSend us a text In this inspiring episode of the Suitcase Divas podcast, we are thrilled to welcome special guest Risa August, a best-selling author, Ironman competitor, and world traveler. Risa's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After surviving brain surgery, she has become a passionate advocate against a rare pituitary disease that changed her life forever. Join us as Risa shares her incredible stories of resilience, strength, and the relentless pursuit of her dreams, no matter the obstacles. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a fellow traveler, or someone seeking motivation, Risa's journey will leave you empowered a...
2024-08-1638 min
Redraw Your PathI Was Going to Do It My Way | Ep. 032 - Risa AugustJoin host Lynn Debilzen in this powerful Redraw Your Path interview with Risa August, Colorado-based author, speaker, gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate.In this interview, Lynn learns about Risa’s journey of personal self-discovery and growth. Their conversation touches on:The meaning of words like successful, responsible, staying the course, and how those ideas are ingrained in us from very youngThe power of immersing yourself in another culture, whether it be down the road, across the country, or around the worldThe importance of letting go of external expectations and learning to live life on one's own te...
2024-08-0756 min
Vroom Vroom Veer with Jeff SmithRisa August – Life without LimitsRisa August is an award-winning author, speaker, and Gestalt Practitioner. Risa is also living with a rare pituitary tumor and she inspires audiences and clients alike. Former Ironman athlete, she opened up to a world of possibilities, exploring various styles of dance, aerial silks, boxing, and embracing life with curiosity and vigor. Risa's personal journey exemplifies overcoming limits and living fully...unleashed.
Risa August Vroom Vroom Veer Stories
Felt like an old soul and didn't really fit in with any groups; got a job at age 14 and just wanted High School to be over
Did two years of business college...
2024-08-0548 min
From Mrs to MeOvercoming Financial Overwhelm After Divorce with Risa AugustAward-winning author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or...
2024-07-2648 min
Positive Solutions 4 Life-Transforming Your Mind & Body from the Inside OutStart Living Now with Risa AugustRisa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. This has turned out to be one of her greatest gifts. Shifting from being a perfectionist and being very independent not asking for help or showing weakness, her tumor allowed her to challenge her beliefs and shift her perspective to live a more full and expansive life.
2024-07-2634 min
Positive Solutions 4 Life-Transforming Your Mind & Body from the Inside OutStart Living Now with Risa AugustIn this episode, Risa talks about 4 important lessons she has learned and now embraces.
1. What CAN I do.
2. Ask for help.
3. Do the thing.
4. Stop and enjoy the moment.
Risa shares some snippets of inspiring stories she has in her memoir, 'The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike'.
Learn more about Risa August, her book, and coaching at:
https://www.risaaugust.com
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2024-07-2634 min
ImplementorsInspirational Coach Reveals How to Harness Resilience and Overcome Life-Altering ChallengesWe get it. Ideas are easy, but implementation is hard. Presented by Guidewise, the Implementors podcast brings you the stories, strategies, and lessons from those who’ve mastered change — so you can, too.
Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, in an enlightening conversation with Risa August—an author, creator, Gestalt coach, and inspirational speaker—on the latest episode of Implementors. Risa shares her remarkable journey after receiving a life-altering diagnosis of a rare pituitary disease and brain tumor. Defying the odds, Risa has accomplished extraordinary feats, including completing two Ironman races, several 300+ mile bik...
2024-07-2238 min
Wanderlust Diaries - Tales of Solo TravellersEp 19 Risa August - Completing 2 Iron Man Races, Cycling the Camino de Santiago and not letting an unexpected life altering diagnosis define her!Risa August loves new experiences, including travel, adventure, and culture. She likes to challenge and stretch herself beyond what she believes she is capable of. Risa is as real as it gets, genuinely loving people and wanting to see others thrive and live more fully. The more open Risa is to different perspectives, the more her life feels like it opens up to a world of possibilities. She is always striving to be the best version of herself, believing that magic can happen when we remove our limiting beliefs and step into a space of our own empowerment.
2024-07-1651 min
Chicago WritesThe Art of the Memoir with Kevin Hall and Risa AugustKevin M. Hall is a New York author. He is the author of 3 books, Ilion My Childhood My Memories, My Rosemount MN. Memories, and SIGNS - The Veil is Thinner Than We Imagine. The website is Kevin-Hall.com.
Risa August is a champion. She is the author of the award-winning memoir, or the biography of Bubba the tumor, if you like… The book is The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike Learn more about Risa at: https://www.risaaugust.com
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2024-07-011h 16
Brain Wellness - the Podcast84. How a pituitary tumor led to an 1800 mile bike ride with Risa AugustColorado based Author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood...
2024-05-2432 min
Lifejacked: The Resilience PodcastRedefining Resilience: An Athlete's Journey with a Brain Tumor w/ Risa AugustIn this episode, Risa August shares her inspiring story of overcoming a life-altering brain tumor diagnosis. Despite being an accomplished athlete with a healthy lifestyle, Risa experienced unexplained symptoms that doctors dismissed until an MRI finally revealed a large brain tumor on her pituitary gland. After brain surgery and radiation treatment, Risa had to redefine her identity and focus on what was possible. With determination, she embarked on a cycling journey from Canada to Mexico, chronicled in her book "The Road Unpaved, Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. " Risa's resilience and mindset shift to embrace her...
2024-05-1329 min
Living The Next Chapter: Candid Conversations with Authors and Writers for Readers Searching for a New ReadE361 - Risa August - The Road Unpaved - Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a BikeEpisode 361 - Risa August - The Road Unpaved - Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike A Life Without Limits...Following a life-altering diagnosis, I have made it my mission to draw attention to rare Pituitary diseases by sharing my own personal journey. Little did I know, this diagnosis would teach me to live. Along with my mission, I continue to explore ways of experiencing life more fully by challenging my limiting beliefs and refocusing my perspective. This has further led me to guide others through their own l...
2024-05-0338 min
HealingHer WithinIronman Racer Overcomes Brain Tumor and Rides Across CountryEp. 144 Former Ironman competitor Risa August opens up about how a brain tumor dramatically impacted her athletic ability but opened up a new world of adventures as an author and Gestalt practitioner. Get ready to be moved and inspired. Following the life-altering diagnosis, Risa exhibited extraordinary resilience by transforming her lifestyle and embarking on new adventures, including a remarkable bike ride from Canada to Mexico along the Pacific Trail. A newly published author, Risa is on a mission to live life to the fullest and empowers others with her story of overcoming adversity.Notable Quotes:
2024-04-2623 minHealingHer WithinIronman Racer Overcomes Brain Tumor and Rides Across CountryEp. 144 Former Ironman competitor Risa August opens up about how a brain tumor dramatically impacted her athletic ability but opened up a new world of adventures as an author and Gestalt practitioner. Get ready to be moved and inspired. Following the life-altering diagnosis, Risa exhibited extraordinary resilience by transforming her lifestyle and embarking on new adventures, including a remarkable bike ride from Canada to Mexico along the Pacific Trail. A newly published author, Risa is on a mission to live life to the fullest and empowers others with her story of overcoming adversity.Notable Quotes:
2024-04-2623 min
Live Courageously with John DuffyLC #74 RISA AUGUST | How I Got Hooked on TriathlonsBased in Colorado, Risa August is an author, Speaker, Gestalt practitioner and Patient Advocate for rare pituitary diseases. She has been sharing her story for the past five years, and more recently in her memoir The Road Unpaved – Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. In addition to speaking at conferences for leaders in pharmaceuticals, medical professionals, and patients, her work is published on blogs and in other smaller publications. Her most popular personal essay, “Marshmallow Clouds,”has been translated into Spanish. Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspe...
2024-04-221h 02
Character TalksCharacter Talks - EP. 15 - UNLEASHED with Risa AugustOur latest episode of Character Talks features the inspiring Risa August!
Risa isn't your average guest. Despite battling a rare disease for over a decade, she's a beacon of positivity and a testament to the power of the human spirit.
Risa's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and living life to the fullest. From Ironman athlete to inspirational coach, she's passionate about helping others unlock their potential and live a life unleashed.
In this episode, you'll hear Risa's story, her tools for overcoming challenges, and her tips for embracing a more fulfilling life.
2024-04-1745 min
Ignited by Inner Beauty#42 Risa August, author of the memoir, The Road Unpaved - Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike, talks about overcoming challenges, embracing her changing body, and living life bigRisa was an Ironman athlete, but when she noticed that her body was changing in unusual ways, she turned to doctors for an answer. They ultimately found a tumor at the base of her brain and diagnosed her with Acromegaly.
She knew that her life and body wouldn't be the same, but that has not kept her from living big. Instead of focusing on what she couldn't do, she focused on what she could do. She pushed the limits of her body and ultimately rode her bike from Canada to Mexico down the Pacific Coast. She wrote...
2024-03-2642 min
I Am Refocused RadioRisa August: Kicking limiting beliefs to the curb and embracing life more fully...a life unleashedColorado based Author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired.A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bo...
2024-03-2230 min
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Max Friedman-Painful Joy, 2nd Generation Holocaust SurvivorRon talks with Max Friedman, author of "Painful Joy", memoir writer and second-generation Holocaust survivor.
Max shares with us how his mother and father survived the horror of the Holocaust spending several years being imprisoned in concentration camps.
Max will explain to us the difficulty of living in a family where both parents were haunted by the war and the atrocities they experienced and somehow managed to survive.
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2024-03-2257 min
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Max Friedman-Painful Joy, 2nd Generation Holocaust SurvivorRon talks with Max Friedman, author of "Painful Joy", memoir writer and second-generation Holocaust survivor. Max shares with us how his mother and father survived the horror of the Holocaust spending several years being imprisoned in concentration camps. Max will explain to us the difficulty of living in a family where both parents were haunted by the war and the atrocities they experienced and somehow managed to survive. Sponsors: Switch to the Box www.switchtothebox.com/sandy Risa August -The Road unpaved www.risaaugust.com Hero Soap Company www.herosoapcompany.com Links: www.maxfriedman.net https://itsawrapwithrap.com
2024-03-2257 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Risa August-The Road UnpavedRon talks to Risa August, an artist, writer, world traveler, certified Gestalt practioner, endurance athlete, and a Acromegaly patient and survivor. In 2011 Risa noticed something was wrong with her body, she began to grow and get larger despite being on a strict regimented diet and competing in endurance events such as cycling, triathlons and mountain hiking. She tells her story of her medical journey of being finally diagnosed after eight years and of her 1845-mile soul healing journey on the Pacific coast highway from Canada to Mexico on a bike while still having a tumor in her body. Sponsors: Switch to...
2024-03-0652 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Risa August-The Road UnpavedRon talks to Risa August, an artist, writer, world traveler, certified Gestalt practioner, endurance athlete, and a Acromegaly patient and survivor.
In 2011 Risa noticed something was wrong with her body, she began to grow and get larger despite being on a strict
regimented diet and competing in endurance events such as cycling, triathlons and mountain hiking.
She tells her story of her medical journey of being finally diagnosed after eight years and of her 1845-mile soul healing journey on the Pacific coast highway from Canada to Mexico on a bike while still having a...
2024-03-0652 min
The Fire Inside Her; Self Care for Navigating ChangeHow A Life Changing Diagnosis Inspired A Brave Journey of Healing, Riding and EducatingIn this gripping episode of The Fire Inside Her, host Diane Schroeder sits down with Risa August, a beacon of resilience in the face of adversity. Risa opens up about the life-altering discovery of a harrowing medical condition and the odyssey that ensued—from confronting healthcare challenges to redefining her identity amid a world of uncertainty. As an endurance athlete turned advocate, her narrative of transformation is steeped in courage and self-discovery. Hear how a rare disease diagnosis inspired Risa's journey towards self-care, advocacy, and a moving venture into authorship. Diane and Risa explore the power of naming our st...
2024-02-2833 min
Milestone Moments in Business & LeadershipBreaking Through Limits: Living a Life Unleashed with Risa AugustWelcome to "Milestone Moments," the podcast where we delve into the transformative journeys that lead to success. I'm your host, Sheila Slick, founder of Five Milestones, and today we're exploring the power of overcoming adversity and living without limits with our guest, Risa August, from Feather and Sage Coaching LLC.Risa is an author, speaker, guest health practitioner, patient advocate, and a true testament to the strength of the human spirit. Based in Colorado, Risa is working on her second book and sharing her inspirational message on stages across the country, guiding others through navigating their own...
2024-02-1820 min