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An Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 110- The Road Not TakenIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about the idea of “the road not taken”—how life unfolds through the choices we make and the ones we don’t. Sydney and Kelly reflect on decision-making, uncertainty, and the stories we tell ourselves about alternate paths. We also explore the spiritual side of decisions: listening for guidance, trusting intuition, and making peace with outcomes when clarity only comes in hindsight.Our personal roads not takenWe can't know what "might have been"Obstacles may force a different pathGod/Divine and how we understand that in...
2026-03-0328 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 107- Our Attention SpansIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down to talk about attention span—what’s shaping it, how it’s changing, and what that means for our daily lives.Define attention spanAttention span by agesMulti-tasking is a myth--you are task-switchingWhat are our distractionsWhat helps you and works for you to block out distractionsTaking breaksChanging your environmentSet small goalsWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2026-02-1025 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 106- GossipIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into the topic of gossip and ask an uncomfortable question: is there good gossip? They unpack why gossip is so tempting, where it crosses lines, and how it impacts our relationships and personal growth.Define gossipThe temptation of gossipVenting with your peopleGood gossip is helpful, informs and connectsBad gossip distorts the truth, is harmfulHurts the reputation of the talkerGossip rooted in insecurity and jealousyCheck yourselfWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowth
2026-02-0325 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 105- Painting ExperiencesSydney and Kelly compare their experiences with Paint with a Twist and splatter paint art in this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth. Through paint, play, and a little chaos, they discover surprising lessons about control, creativity, and growth.Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2026-01-2722 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 104- LongingIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly delve into the topic of longing. Longing and yearning often carry negative connotations, yet they can be essential to personal growth.Longing or yearning...different than a want,Goes deep to our core and has a spiritual connectionOften negative connotations, longing for things of the past or things that just are not possibleLonging...arising from a sense of lack...has potential for transformationLonging for hope, peace, love, joy...a deeper sense of theseCultivating what we long forWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram...
2026-01-2019 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 103- WantingIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore a powerful question: Do you really know what you want? They unpack how desires are shaped, why clarity is so hard to find, and how self-awareness can guide meaningful choices.Do you know what you want?Wants and needsWants are not selfishThe price of a wantIdentifying what we wantWants can take a while to reachWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cas...
2026-01-1333 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 102- PerceptionsIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore perception—how we experience and interpret the world through our senses, past experiences, and internal narratives. They discuss how perception shapes our relationships, choices, and emotional responses, and why becoming aware of our own perspective can be a powerful tool for growth.Defining perceptionDefinite perceptions and filtered perceptionHow we experience the world around us can affect our behaviorSelf perceptionOther peoples perception can become our ownPerceiveing situations and how we are in themPerceptions can be changedPerceptions and realityWebsite: anincompleteguide.comIns...
2026-01-0627 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 101- ChangesIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore what it means to navigate change with grace. From life transitions to shifting expectations, they discuss how to stay grounded, respond with intention, and cultivate resilience along the way. Whether change feels exciting or overwhelming, this conversation offers gentle insights and practical tools for moving forward with openness and confidence.Resisting changeOur brains are wired to like predictibility Living in the mystery of the unknownExternal securities Internal securityPersonal experiences with changeWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
2025-12-3028 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 100- Game Night!In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly talk about games—board games, holiday favorites, and the ways play connects us, brings joy, and sometimes reveals a little more about ourselves.History of gamesGame traditionsOur personal favoritesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-12-2324 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 99- Eating and the Holidays, Interview with Bernie Byars, LPCIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about food and eating challenges that often surface during the holiday season. Together, they explore the emotional, relational, and cultural pressures surrounding meals, and Bernie offers practical guidance for navigating these moments.Society has moralized food...labeling what is "good" and "bad"Mindset for holiday eatingAll foods have a time and placeYou don't have to eat what you don't likeDon't go into a meal starvingKnowing when you are hungry or fullNot judging others or ourselvesWhat...
2025-12-1629 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 98- Boundaries and the Holidays, Interview with Bernie Byars, LPCIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about boundaries—what they are, why they matter, and how to navigate them with clarity and compassion.Defining a boundary..yeses and nos, to safeguard your own wellbeingPeople pleasing...can interfere with our boundariesBeing uncomfortable may be a sign you need a boundaryMisusing a boundary...controlling or manipulating another personBoundaries are only about yourselfBoundaries don't need to be over-explainedBoundaries with using wordsSelf-respect grows when setting boundariesAsking for what you need, not just what you don't ne...
2025-12-0930 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 97- CuriosityIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly get curious about curiosity itself—what it is, why it matters, and how it can shape the way we learn, connect, and grow.Importance of curiosity, especially in these timesDefinition of curiosityRelationshipsCuriosity and growth mindsetFear and curiosityPatience, curiosity and dopamineWhat keeps us from being curiousWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-12-0223 min
That Sound Podcast“Metallica M72 Sydney FULL Breakdown with Superfan Camila (180 Shows!)”This episode Gavin is joined by Camila to review Metallica’s Sydney stop on the M72 World Tour across Australia & New Zealand.Camila has attended an unbelievable 180 Metallica shows, making her one of the most dedicated fans on the planet. She even travelled all the way to Antarctica to witness the band perform one of the most iconic shows in music history.In this conversation, we dive deep into:🔥 Camila’s journey as a long-time MetFan🔥 The energy & atmosphere at the Sydney show🔥 Full breakdown of the setlist🔥 Stage pro...
2025-11-301h 08An Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 96- RestIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore the importance of rest — what it truly means, why it's essential for our well-being, and the many forms it can take beyond just sleep.Rest for Kelly feels like a big exhale for your entire being...for your soulSleep and processing at nightPhysical rest can be active and restorativeGetting physical body out of stress modeBenefits of physical restSensory restEmotional rest...not fighting our emotionsSocial restCreative restSpiritual restWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.co...
2025-11-2528 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 95- ResettingIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore practical ways to reset your day when things don’t start off as planned—because a rough morning doesn’t have to mean a bad day.When you wake up on the wrong side of the bedOne off thing triggers othersHow do we reset when we have done somethingHow to reset when things are said or done to usWhat is in your controlHow to set things aside and then come back to themGiving yourself time to feel the emotionsReframingGiving back other's emotions and "stuff" for th...
2025-11-1826 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 94- DecisionsIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore the process of making decisions—what influences them and the practical tools we can use to navigate them. People often say, “pray about it,” but what might that really mean?What does "pray about it" really mean?Forced decisionsSteps in decision makingLong and short term impactOutside pressuresTrusting your instinctsThe Decision Tree--a visual diagramWhat do you valueAfter the decisionWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole...
2025-11-1127 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 93- RegretsIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly have a conversation about regrets—what they teach us, how they linger, and how we can find peace with them.Regret to feel sad about something has been doneHow long do we spend with regret?Types of regret...words, actions, actions not takenSelf forgiveness and regretGaining PerspectiveLearning from regretGrace and forgivenessReframingPerception vs. factsWhat actions can be takenWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Kyle, Ca...
2025-11-0427 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 92- The Enneagram with Kristin Messegee, Part 2In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly continue our conversation with Podcaster and Life Coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth.The work of the enneagram is to turn toward the thing we least want toHead Center--fear is at core--constant thinkingBody, Gut Center--feeling and intuitionHeart Center--holding on to who they areEnneagram is about helping yourself, and it is also relationalEnneagram offers the opportunity to recognize when operating in unhealthy waysWhere can we mature in our emotional healthIt is...
2025-10-2834 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 91- The Enneagram with Kristin Messegee, Part 1In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly sit down with podcaster and life coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth.What is the Enneagram? Not just a personality quizRoots are more spiritual...lots of movement within itNine ways to be disconnected to SourceGetting back to who we really areWe come in with certain sensitivitiesNine types grouped into triadsTriads...how we primarily process the worldThe enneagram shows us the strategies we use to navigate the worldWe...
2025-10-2138 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 90- ComparisonIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly dive into the topic of comparison — the good, the bad, and everything in between.Healthy comparisonsStarting when we are youngWe don't know the whole storyTakes away individuality...conformingComparisons feed doubtPutting boundaries around comparisonsGratitude journalComparing ourselves to lift ourselves upLook inward, what are my valuesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-10-1427 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 89- Myths from ChildhoodIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly take a light-hearted look at myths we were told in our childhood. Do you need to rinse your hair until it squeaks?Watermelon seeds and swallowing gumSwimming after eatingCracking your knuckles myth You lose more body heat through your headOther hair mythsFoods we eatWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-10-0722 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 88- Axe Throwing ExperienceIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly share their experience of Axe Throwing. Wow, could it be a new hobby?Went to Class Axe Throwing in San Antonio, which has locations in various cities in the U.S.History of axe throwing--relatively new as recreation, league started in a back yard in CanadaStaff was very helpful in teaching and then helping along the wasThey offer different gamesCompetitive spiritGreat thing to do with family over the holidays or with friendsNeed longer than an hour to be able to visit while playing the gamesGroup...
2025-09-3021 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 87- Phrases We DislikeIn this episode, Sydney and Kelly take a lighthearted look into the world of overused, confusing, or downright annoying adages and phrases. From "it is what it is" to "everything happens for a reason," they unpack why some common sayings rub people the wrong way. Expect laughter, a bit of ranting, and maybe even a few suggestions for phrases that shouldcatch on instead. Tune in for a fun conversation that might just make you think twice the next time someone says, "at the end of the day..."We all hear things differentlyWe are inspired by different sayings
2025-09-2326 min
Technically EconomicsYouth SportsDominic tries to convince Cassidy that youth sports are technically economics.Special thanks to Karl, Coly, and Toren for consulting on this episode, and to Conrad for the topic idea.Ideas for future episodes? Email technicallyeconomics@gmail.com.Mentioned:“How Kids’ Sports Became a $15 Billion Industry” by Sean Gregory“Why Have We Allowed Money to Ruin Youth Sports?” by Jessica Grose“Project Play survey: Family spending on youth sports rises 46% over five years” by Jon Solomon“The Rug Rat Race” by Garey Ramey and Valerie A. Ramey“Who is Baby Gronk? Did Livvy 'rizz' him up...
2025-09-2245 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 86- Over- and Under-ControlledIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into the traits of under-controlled and over-controlled personalities. Over and under control and our emotionsTraits and tendencies of over-controlled personalitiesTraits and tendencies of under-controlled personalitiesThe spectrum of bothThe impact of these on choicesBeing able to recognize your traits and find the humor as well as ways you may want to growThere are benefits to both of these personality typesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, J...
2025-09-1628 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 85- What Are You Storing?In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into a conversation about the things we carry with us—memories, emotions, and experiences that shape who we are. Together, they explore how to recognize what no longer serves us, the price we are paying, and how to begin the process of letting go to make space for healing and growth.Material things we hang ontoSurrounding ourselves with thingsHabits we cling to for comfortRelationships Stories of ourselves that do not fit anymoreIdeas of success that we chaseStoring anger, resentments, even our joysEmptiness and spaciousnessLetting go...
2025-09-0928 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 84- Transitions After VacationIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly share strategies for making the transition from vacation to routine daily life. Sydney shares her 30th birthday experienceTransitioning from vacation and the the blues it can causeDon't use the last days of vacation thinking about what awaits you at homeAllowing yourself those feelings of sadness or whatever it may be when you return home. Bring small adventures into you routine lifeCelebrate making it through the first week backPace of vacation versus the pace of routine lifeFind what you enjoy about your daily routine and having...
2025-09-0224 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 83- Our Roots Connect UsIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly conclude their series on roots and personal growth.Growing our own roots is not isolatingTrees communicate with one anotherOthers help us in deepening our rootsHow does it feel to be rootedKnowing when your roots are in need of nurtureRoots and communityWe are dependent on one another, interconnectedWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-08-2625 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 82- Your Roots and OthersIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue our series on roots and personal growth. We take a look at how our roots can have an impact on others. Rootedness as your source, connectednessOur rootedness allows others to lean on at timesCan be beside others as they develop their rootsNot taking on other's rootsFamily tree and starting your own rootsRescuing and fixing hinders others self development Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake...
2025-08-1923 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 81- Using Your RootsIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue the series on rootedness. This episode explores practices, how inward and outward growth complement each other.Why care about our rootsGrowing deeper roots while also growing outwardOutward growth can lead to inward growthTime for bothListening deeply to know what is neededSmall things that are beyond ourselvesPractices for rootednessWhen we have felt uprootedThere are times we just get toppled overLiving in uprootedness...for a timeWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowth
2025-08-1228 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 80- Intro to RootednessIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly begin a series on Rooted-ness and growing inward and outward. In this episode we explain what we mean by rooted-ness and explore things that we are rooted in.Rootedness as the heart or core, the source of supportWhat makes up that source or core?Cultural roots, Spiritual roots, familial roots, friendships, ritualsHow do our roots deepen?Grounding places that nourish rootsHow do we practice feeling rooted?What do you do to establish roots when feel you didn't grow up with rootedness?What do we plant...
2025-08-0526 min
Sydney Writers' FestivalTrumpocalypse NowIt seemed improbable enough in 2016, but here we are now in Donald Trump’s second term at the White House. What does the return of the 45th President of the United States mean for the international superpower? And how will it affect the rest of us? Listen in as journalist and political commentator Peter Beinart, foreign correspondent Nick Bryant and Director of the Australia Institute’s International & Security Affairs Program Emma Shortis join host Barrie Cassidy to unpack the election outcome, Trump’s first few months in office and what to expect over the next four years...
2025-08-0551 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 79- Cooking ExperienceIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss their experience at a "Chinese Take-Out" cooking class.Overall good experienceWould be fun to go with a groupVery informative and well taughtEggrolls, Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Green Beans, Fried RiceShared all prep work with 3 others, so didn't do as much as I would have likedAt the end, a little short on food, some didn't get any chickenOver all, would do it again, maybe pickier about the menuWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon...
2025-07-2925 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 78- Kelly's Passion TopicsIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a look at Kelly's passions, which include dreams and stories.DreamsLayers of DreamsUniversality of DreamsInterpreting your dreamSymbolismPaying attention to dreamsStories...we all have themStories and connections, tapestry of lifeRelationships...being presentWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-07-2226 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 77- Sydney's Passion TopicsIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney shares what she is passionate about as Kelly gets to ask all the questions. Gentle ParentingGentle parenting is not permissive parentingGentle or sturdy parentingIt is about boundaries and natural consequencesCo-regulation and modelingRepair with your childClassical music is for everyoneAlexis FfrenchTry a concertWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-07-1529 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 76- Anti-BoredomIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a playful yet, insightful look at boredom.Lack of interest, motivation, and engagement in the world around usMatching energy level to activityWhat do you do when you are bored?Reasons for boredomMismatch between how much we want to engage cognitively and the taskWhat is the energy level you are wanting to fillWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our...
2025-07-0824 min
Sydney Writers' FestivalBarrie Cassidy and Friends: State of the NationFestival favourite State of the Nation returned bigger and better than ever this year for an Australian post-election wrap-up. Assess the state of Australian politics in this panel discussion featuring broadcaster and Walkley Award–winning journalist Waleed Aly, Prime Minister’s Literary Award– and Walkley Award–winning journalist George Megalogenis, The Australia Institute’s chief political analyst Amy Remeikis and Melbourne Press Club Lifetime Achievement Award winner Niki Savva. They join veteran political journalist and former host of Insiders and Offsiders Barrie Cassidy. This episode was recorded live in May at the 2025 Sydney Writers’ Festival. If you e...
2025-07-031h 06An Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 75- InterdependenceIn this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly have fun exploring the idea of interdependence.Interdependence: interconnected and mutual reliance in relationships to people and all creationEnvironment, ecosystems, family, traffic, agriculture, water, sports teams....TheologicalDoes not take away all independenceIt can have negative effects and lead to conflictsWe are made to live in communityInter-beingAwareness of self and othersWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-07-0125 min
No Hard FeelingsThe Hard Truth: Plastic Surgery, Online Hate & Sydney’s Nightlife DeclineThis week Josh and Cass are back for another juicy chat. First up, they kick things off by chatting about the pressures women face around plastic surgery and the judgment they get from other women. Cassidy opens up about her Love Island days and how online hate almost had her going under the knife. Then, things take a darker turn when they chat about Indy Clinton and her bold move to hire a private investigator to track down anonymous trolls. What does it take to stand up to online hate, and where does it all stop?
2025-06-2639 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 74- Our Spiritual JourneysIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly share a bit of their personal spiritual journeys. Church as a part of childhood for SydneySydney had a rough patch being a part of the youth group, but found a place in choir.Learning faith through songsSustained through rough life experiencesChurch aren't perfectKelly found a place to belong within the church after moving in high schoolUndergrad and masters in religious educationChurch is made up of people...need a lot of graceIts community and it can be hardExamine your faith for yourself, seek, question...grow
2025-06-2427 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 73- Millennials and SpiritualityIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a look at what is unique about Millennials and their spirituality.Focus on personal journeyBlend various traditions and faithsOnline access to retreats and groups, appsWholistic wellness and spiritualityLook to the church as well as other places for answersOkay with not having solid answersCommunity is importantAllowing for questioningWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-06-1723 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 72- Development of the Image of GodIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss how images people hold of God change through personal experiences and their spiritual journey.Exploring images or attributes, ideas and understandings of God Sometimes we need to heal images of God that have been harmfulHow do we reflect the God we believe in?Limited language is all we have to describe GodDoubting, questions, and growthNo matter where you wander, God is thereWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout...
2025-06-1028 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 71- Spiritual DevelopmentIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly begin a series on spirituality. This episode focuses on stages of faith development.How did I get here from there in my spiritualityFoundationsAges 0 - 2, learning trust, this can impact our trust in God laterAges 3 - 6, our image of God comes from our parents, very concrete, how are responded to when we don't do what is expected or wanted, are we shamed or given graceAges 7 - 12, justice and fairness, good happens to good people, God is old, white man with a white beard. Literal, logical thinking...
2025-06-0335 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 70- Our Mental Health JourneysIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss their personal experience and journey with mental health.Openness to talking about mental healthMental health and mental well-beingKelly's journey walking beside daughter struggling with depressionLooking for a therapist that is a fitNot being a fixer, but a supportShort term situational depression, long term depressionCaring for self while care-givingSydney's postpartum anxietyMedicationsGiving yourself graceDepression does not have to define youWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake...
2025-05-2728 min
R.O.G. Return on Generosity234. Overcoming Adversity: The Rise of a Fitness Icon | Sydney Cummings Houdyshell (Part 2)"I'm so grateful to be alive."
"You have a life, let's freaking go!"
Episode summary |
In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with fitness entrepreneur Sydney Cummings Houdyshell about her journey from collegiate athlete to a leading figure in the fitness industry. Sydney shares her experiences overcoming personal tragedies, the importance of mental health, and her mission to provide free workouts to empower individuals globally. The conversation delves into the significance of generosity in leadership, the building of her fitness media company Royal Change, and t...
2025-05-2733 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 69- Types of Therapy with Ana Maldonado, LPC, Part 2In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue their interview with Ana Maldonado, LPC, discussing different types of therapy. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDREspecially for trauma and distressing situationsTrauma is stored in your body, this approach is a bottom up versus the other therapies that start with the head...logic etc...Desensitizes the memory, bi-lateral stimulationDo not have to talk through the whole experienceTherapists require training for this therapyWas created for PTSD, but is effective on OCD, anxiety, and other disordersNot necessarily a stand alone treatmentInternal Family Systems, IFS, the movie...
2025-05-2034 min
R.O.G. Return on Generosity233. Overcoming Adversity: The Rise of a Fitness Icon | Sydney Cummings Houdyshell (Part 1)“It's important to think bigger than what you know is possible”
Episode summary |
In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Sydney Cummings Houdyshell, a certified personal trainer and founder of Royal Change. Sydney shares her journey from a small-town athlete to a global fitness influencer, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, resilience, and community. She discusses her transition from sports to personal training, the creation of her YouTube channel, and the impact of personal tragedies, including the loss of her brother and a traumatic shooting incident, on her m...
2025-05-2036 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 68- Types of Therapy with Ana Maldonado, LPC, Part 1In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly interview Ana Maldonado, LPC, discussing different types of therapy. This is part one of two episodes on this topic.Every theory has strengths and weaknessesCognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT. The most researched type of therapyBehavior is shaped by your thoughts, often uses worksheetsWorks to install new ways of thinking and directing your thought patternsCan use CBT on a lot of different issues, addictions, relationships...Requires practicing over and over, and role playing is helpfulDialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT. A subset of CBT. Focuses on emotional regulation. Important...
2025-05-1330 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 67- Sleep and Mental HealthIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly begin our month-long focus of Mental Health. This episode examines sleep and mental health. We both love our sleep!Sleep cycle and importance of each stage75% of depressed people show symptoms of insomniaAnxiety feeds insomniaRestoration during sleepRoutine and sleepLight exposure and exerciseMeditation and sleepQuieting the mindWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-05-0624 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 66- Personal Tastes and Personal GrowthIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly explore how personal tastes may change along with our personal growth.The Let Them Theory, by Mel RobbinsWhat influences our preferences and tastesFoundations that allow us to moving onWhat we are naturally drawn toTrying new things and being okay when they aren't a fitListening to your inner-selfStagnation versus movement and growthWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-04-2929 min
GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMHitting a Plateau? Let’s Talk Fitness Progress, Creatine Controversies, and Gym Friendships (and Feuds!)S2EP10 - Welcome back to the Gym Girls Locker Room! This episode is a solo Syd episode answering your most asked questions. Covering the reason Syd no longer takes creatine, dealing with men in the gym space, PCOS remedies, Syd's update workout split now she's a runner (half-marathon who?), strategies for overcoming progress plateaus and finding fitness friends. We hope you enjoy and remember to tune in every Tuesday for a new episode.💘 join the GGLR community:INSTA - https://www.instagram.com/gymgirlslockerroom/FACEBOOK COMMUNITY PAGE - https://bit.ly/3TqhxDGTIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@gymgirlslockerroom/📲 find S...
2025-04-2950 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 65- Opera ExperienceIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss their experience of attending the opera Madam Butterfly.A little history of OperaModern OperaWhat to expectHelpfulness of reading notes prior to attendingImpressed by the diversity of the crowdGive it a try!!Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!
2025-04-2225 min
GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMBreaking Barriers in Fitness: Gina (@just_geen) on Representation, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and the Life-Changing Magic of WalkingS2EP9 - Welcoming GINA (@just_geen) to the Gym Girls Locker Room! We adored recording this episode with Gina, talking all about her beats and bands workouts and shift walking challenge. We also spoke a lot about how the fitness and social media space has changed over time in terms of content and representation, and how this has impacted her as a black fitness creator. We loved Gina's ethos about listening to your body, exercising for enjoyment and finding your people. There's definitely something in this episode for everyone. We hope you enjoy and remember to tune in...
2025-04-2259 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 64- What Is Taxing?In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly play with the theme of tax season and have a conversation around things that can be taxing, things that are emotionally/physically/mentally stressful.How do we assess if something is taxing?Maintaining can be taxingSmall things can add upHow to cope or make things less taxingGain perspectiveSelf-care during these taxing timesWhere does our strength come from?Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole...
2025-04-1523 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMElla Mintram (@elmint) Unpacks Toxic Body Trends, the Fight for Size Representation, and the Path to Real Self-EmpowermentS2EP8 - Welcoming Ella Mintram (@elmint) to the Gym Girls Locker Room! This episode is for every single girl out there, we have all struggled and continue to struggle with accepting ourselves, especially with the existence of social media. El is a true light in the dark looking to promote loving yourself unconditionally and it shows in this conversation all about her personal journey on and offline, the concept of 'body trends', representation within the fitness space, navigating comfort zones and exercising for joy and her love for sport. We hope you enjoy and remember to tune in...
2025-04-151h 20An Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 63- April Showers Bring May FlowersIn this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly explore our own take on the old adage "April Showers Bring May Flowers." Listen for the cat at the 14 minute mark!Origin of the adageWhat are our showersDouble meaning of showersSmall showers, not all are stormsMajor showersShowers that are mixed of hard things and blessingsBagheera (the cat) joins inLaying the ground work for personal growth and relying on itWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake...
2025-04-0824 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 62- April Fool's, Quit Fooling Yourself!In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly have a bit of fun with April Fool's before diving into our more serious topic of how we fool ourselves.Signs of self-deceptionCycle of fooling ourselvesFooling ourselves about the present reality, banking on the futurePushing things off or blaming others"Really, I'm fine"Making excusesSelf Awareness...knowing the games we play with ourselvesStarting now, where we areSelf-deception, another way to not be in the nowWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowth
2025-04-0125 minAn Incomplete Guide to Personal GrowthEpisode 61- Interview with Adam Dorsay, author of "Super-Psyched"In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly interview Adam Dorsay, the author of "Super Psyched: Unleash the Power of the 4 Types of Connection."Psyched...doesn't mean happy all the time, it about being connected to our psycheBeing "alive" while we are livingBeing thoughtful about how you allocate your timeConnection---what brings us alive, your life-forceConforming rather than connecting to themselvesConnecting to self, to others, to the world around us and to spirituality or something greater than ourselvesGet curious not furious when working on connectionsReconnect to an activity you used to loveYour formula is...
2025-03-2541 min
That Shakespeare LifeFunerals, Memorials, and BurialsWith all the death in Shakespeare's works, you may not be shocked that the word "Funeral" comes up in Shakespeare's plays over 20 times, but what is surprising is that funeral ceremonies are used by Shakespeare in multiple plays to serve a specific role, almost a character in and of themselves for how they impact the plot. Most notably, and my apologies here for any spoilers, the play is still worth seeing, but there's an elaborate funeral for Hamlet ordered by Fortinbras at the end of the play. This funeral is said to mirror the real funeral of English poet, Sir...
2025-02-2452 min
Passive House Podcast225: Transforming Sydney’s Heritage Houses with Nick SowdenIn this episode of the Passive House Podcast, we chat with Nick Sowden of Sowden Building Solutions about the electrification of homes in Sydney, the shift away from gas, and deep energy retrofits. Nick shares insights on insulation upgrades, solar adoption, and how heritage homes can be transformed into high-performance, energy-efficient spaces. Plus, we discuss Australia’s growing incentives for electrification and why the transition to clean energy is becoming easier than ever.https://www.sowdenbuildingsolutions.com.au/
2025-02-1136 min
GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMUnderstanding ADHD in Women, Why Exercise is Crucial For ADHD & Coping Strategies with Kelly BaumsS2EP7 - Welcoming KELLY BAUMS to the Gym Girls Locker Room! Kelly is an ADHD coach so this conversation was a bit daunting for Syd having only recently received her diagnosis but Kelly created such a safe space. Whether you have ADHD or not, we believe this conversation is worth the listen as the girls cover diagnosis, how to support someone with ADHD, the symptoms, specific impacts on women, the relationship with exercise, managing personal relationships and so much more. We hope you enjoy and remember to tune in every Tuesday for a new episode.
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2025-01-221h 01GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMSandhya Sivakanthan (@sandsxfitness) on Successfully Becoming a Morning Person, Balancing Student Life and Confronting Cultural ResistanceS2EP6 - Welcoming SANDHYA SIVAKANTHAN (@sandsxfitness) to the Gym Girls Locker Room! Sandhya is the QUEEN of the 5AM slay and shared all about what she has learnt about balancing fitness, content creation and being a full-time student, from meal prep to the importance of structure, she knows what it takes to find discipline and balance. We also discussed how she has dealt with her changing relationship with her body, navigating unwanted family expectations and overcoming fear in her self-discovery journey. We hope you enjoy and remember to tune in every Tuesday for a new episode.
2025-01-141h 17
GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMJoy Sistina (@joyjoysfitness_) reveals her Powerlifting Training and Diet, 'Look Good Lift Good' mindset and The True Impact of OCDS2EP5 - Welcoming JOY SISTINA (@joyjoysfitness_) to the Gym Girls Locker Room! This episode isn't one to miss, especially if you're a girl who likes to lift heavy. Joy is a 20 year old power lifter that blew up on social media for showcasing her incredible strength and 'look good, lift good' mentality. Being a creator that grows quickly doesn't come without its challenges though as joy opens up about how she has dealt with anxiety, OCD and an eating disorder. Syd also finally gets to the bottom of the animal diet and what exactly this means... We hope...
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2024-12-3155 min
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P.S. Apologies for the audio quality on this episode, we had some difficulties but...
2024-12-241h 11
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2024-12-171h 08GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMThe Ultimate Gym Girls Podcast RETURNSS2EP1 - WE ARE BACK BABY! Did you miss us? We missed you. In this episode, Syd and Ellis (Syd's sister and right hand woman) give you an update on their lives, including Syd's ADHD diagnosis, half-marathon, Ellis starting the gym and their latest reflections. They also discuss what to expect from series 2 of the podcast (spoiler alert: it's GOOD). Hopefully this episode brings you up to date and excites you all for what's to come. Hope you enjoy and remember to tune in every Tuesday for a new episode.
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2024-12-1059 min
Sydney Writers' FestivalFragile DemocracyAustralia has been a close ally of the United States since 1940, but what does this mean for contemporary politics when democracy is more fragile than ever? Donald Trump and his attacks on the US electoral system have raised red flags about the strength of American democracy. But in an age of disinformation and civic decline, signs of fragility are visible elsewhere, and Australia is no exception. Chaired by Festival favourite Barrie Cassidy, one of Australia’s most experienced political correspondents and analysts, this expert panel features former BBC foreign correspondent Nick Bryant (The Forever War: Am...
2024-07-0251 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMGrowing Through Change, Understanding PCOS Symptoms and Saying GoodbyeEP16 - It's not goodbye, it's see you later. 🥹👋 Syd closes out the last episode of season one on her own, reflecting on the journey of the Gym Girls Locker Room so far. She touches on the impact of speaking with guests, how she's personally changed since starting the podcast, why she's been burnt out, managing PCOS, and more. Thank you for making season one more than we could've imagined!
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OLcri_5AH-4
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2024-06-2530 min
The Garvey's Gardens Podcast#29 - Interview with Cassidy of Cassidy and Co EventsIn this episode, Sydney and Audrey Interview Cassidy Evans of Cassidy & Co Event Planning! Cassidy tells us about the different options she provides for wedding planning and how the options can work for different style weddings and couples. We also discuss how to communicate with vendors and wedding couples most effectively - giving some tips for both sides of that communication loop. You can find more about Cassidy on her website - she is already booking for 2025!! A refresher on Garvey's Gardens for everyone new listening in! We have so...
2024-06-2059 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMGym Girls On Feeling BURNT OUT, ‘Punisher’ Workouts and Beauty HacksEP15 - We know you loved the first one, so Syd and the girls are back for another gym girl chat. This week Syd and the girls catch up to chat all things burn out, side quests, fav beauty products for the gym and Syd opens up about her many lives pre-Sydgrows.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y4v-UY8qSMA
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2024-06-181h 15GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMLucy Reeves on Battling Body Trends, Coping With Grief and The Discomfort of Truly Accepting YourselfEP14 - In this episode, Syd sits down with the body positivity queen herself, Lucy Reeves, aka lucy_xfit. They dive into important topics like toxic body positivity, grief, photo editing and Snapchat filters, codependency, the female experience, and much more. Tune in if you need a reminder to feel confident and strong in your body! 🫶
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_0IKW5XSWrk
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https://www.instagram.com/lucy_xfit/
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2024-06-111h 28GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMGym Girl Chat: #GymTok Dying, Celebrities On Ozempic and Run Clubs Replacing Dating Apps?!EP 13 - we're calling a meeting!! 📢 there’s a lot of talk in the gym/fitness space at the moment, so Syd brought in her reinforcements (aka the girls) to deep dive into it all... in this special episode the girls unpack: is GymTok dead, F45 training, the jacksfit tea, thoughts on ozempic, marathon weight gain and is Strava the newest dating app!?
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6wlSZc6xJ9Q
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2024-05-281h 17GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMDianne Buswell: Strictly SECRETS, Overcoming Her Eating Disorder & Healing Power Of Movement*Trigger Warning: This episode discusses disordered eating. If this topic isn't a good fit for you, please skip this episode. Don't hesitate to reach out for support: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/
EP 12 - Our studio was buzzing when Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell took a break from the Strictly Tour to chat with Syd in the GGLR. In this epsiode, Syd and Dianne cover a lot of ground from the realities of life on tour to her thoughts on the rise of TikTok dances. Dianne also shares genuine advice for those struggling with...
2024-05-211h 01GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMOyinda on ‘toxic’ #75hard, Finally Understanding Weight Loss & Finding Yourself OnlineEP11 - This is an episode you don't want to miss! Syd sits down with Oyinda to deep dive into her health and fitness joureny. In this episode they cover: F45, cultural thoughts on wanting to reduce body fat, is 75 Hard toxic, how Oyinda got started in the gym, her football career, hitting 1M followers, getting signed with Gymshark, dating at the gym, mindfulness practices and more.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l5mUYFajvyU
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https://www.instagram.com/oyinda_fitness/
2024-05-141h 18GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMLucy Davis on EXTREME highs & lows of hybrid training, steroid accusations and pregnancy rumours 👀EP10 - In this episode Syd sits down with the one and only, Lucy Haldon (AKA Lucy Davis Fit). Lucy's athletic accolades are off the charts and to top if off Luch also co-hosts The Not So Fit Couple Podcast and is the founder of MyCoach. In this epsiode Syd and Lucy spill all the tea on Lucy's training split, managing burn out and anxiety, staying authentic online, the impact of clickbait content and more.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UHirXu0Y-f0
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2024-05-071h 28GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMThe SECRET to Staying Lean & Building Muscle with @allismeltzerEP 09 - When Syd first started her fitness journey, Alli was one of the first people she put on her vision board. Life came full circle when Syd sat down with Alli at the Gymshark HQ and Syd asked her all the burning questions: what's Alli's current training routine, what supplements does she take, does Alli drink alcohol, how she remains consistent and more! 👀
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SnW8xR2XZKM
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https://www.instagram.com/allismeltzer/
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2024-04-3054 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMRunning Is For EVERYONE, How To Make It Part Of Your Routine & Training For A Marathon ft. Ben ParkerEP 08 - Does cardio kill gains? What are the main differences between men and women when it comes to running? Should you train during your menstraul cycle? Syd sits down with co-founder and head coach of Runna to chat all things running.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RF2u8Jy_GTo
Get a 2 week FREE trial of Runna using code GGLR: https://www.runna.com/join
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2024-04-2350 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMJames Beardwell & McKenna Crisp on Thirst Traps, Viral TikToks & Dating RumoursEP 07 - you asked, Syd answered... girls, welcome James Beardwell and McKenna Crisp to the GGLR!!
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-1CLpP_K0U
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2024-04-161h 15GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMbeing in your 20s is OVERWHELMINGEP 06 - your 20s can be confusing and at times, daunting. everyone says it's the most important time of your life, making you feel like you need to have everything figured out. but honestly, it feels like everyone else knows what they're doing except you. the pressure to "do it all" and the pervasive feeling that everyone else seems to have it all figured out can be overwhelming.
this episode, Syd who's currently 26 and Ellis who has recently stepped into her 20s, offer their perspectives about what being in your 20s is really like...
2024-04-0945 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMI had to BECOME the woman I needed when I was younger | maymah.liftsEP 05 - in this episode Syd sits down with her friend and hijabi gymrat Maymah (AKA maymah.lifts).
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kMdU4cLrWl0
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2024-04-0258 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMthis is why you’re NOT staying consistent and how to fix itEP 04 - today we're chatting all things consistency. Syd shares her experiece with remaining consistent on her health and fitness journey. She also chats with Ellis about where people go wrong, why people struggle, tips on staying on track as well as some facts about consistency you may not know already.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BiPNp3D6vDE
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2024-03-2637 min
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2024-03-1950 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMWhat is GYM ANXIETY? Secrets to Building Gym Confidence, Women's Only Gyms & Big Scary Gym Bro's #3EP 03 - hey besties. it isn't a sydgrows podcast without talking about gym anxiety. join Syd and Ellis as they take you through facts, tips and their experiences on navigating gym anxiety. we're in this together girlie 🫶
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WN5aHWQTo1s
Hunkemoller study - https://tinyurl.com/ycycvp27
Samsung study - https://tinyurl.com/4nztuz5s
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2024-03-191h 03
Killer Cuties Podcast62. Psycho | Sydney Sweeney’s grandmas get cameo in Immaculate | Dakota Fanning starring in new Bryan Bertino horrorPsycho is a black-and-white classic horror film by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh (mother of Jamie Lee Curtis), in which a woman books a room at the Bates Motel after getting caught in a storm. This movies does NOT star Christian Bale. In this week’s horror news Sydney Sweeny surprised her grandmas with cameos in her new horror movie, Immaculate. Plus, Dakota Fanning’s renaissance continues with another horror movie (we announced The Watchers by Ishana Night Shyamalan last week, and this week’ it’s Bryan Bertino’s Vicious)! We’re here for it.👉 Sydney S...
2024-03-1256 minGYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMANNA ARCHER: Giving Up On Her ED, The Highs And Lows Of Social Media, Being Addicted To Productivity EP. 2EP 02 - hey besties. syd and anna chatted about the hilarious story of the first time they met, anna’s recovery from bulimia, the challenges they face as content creators, anna’s running tips and what she’s up to next 👀
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-dpO4VMOao4
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2024-03-121h 21GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMThe ultimate gym girls podcast: who's Sydgrows and what is the GGLR community? EP. 1EP 01 - hey besties. join syd and ellis on the first episode of the Gym Girls Locker Room Podcast, your new comfort podcast empowering you to find your strength 🫶 they chat about the sydgrows origin story, the evolution of the Gym Girls Locker Room community, syd's issue with waitrose (yes, you read that right) and how syd got signed with Gymshark.
WATCH the full episode on YouTube: www.youtu.be/zZuAD08MjyA
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2024-03-051h 02GYM GIRLS LOCKER ROOMSNEAK PEAK: Gym Girls Locker Room Podcastgym girlies, welcome to your new comfort podcast. join me, sydney cassidy (aka sydgrows) each week where we dive into all things gym anxiety to gym crushes, no topic is off limits. subscribe to gain first access to the podcast, dropping in your feeds march 5th
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2024-02-2600 min
R.O.G. Return on Generosity165: Chris Stanley - Cultivating Leadership Excellence: Navigating Values, Judgment, and Hospitality“Think of leadership as the opportunity to have a positive influence on a person or a situation. You can say leadership is a fundamentally generous act. Leadership is about how you make people feel. It's fundamentally generous.”
Our special guest today is Chris Stanley, a leader in the executive education space. Chris has more than 20 years' experience working with diverse global teams in the development of compelling management content and executive education solutions. His work is focused on meeting the changing knowledge needs of business leaders around the globe to help them lead their teams and companies more...
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Oh Shoot! with Cassidy LynneTips For Shifting Your StyleIn this episode, Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) and Sydney Marie (sydneymarie.co) chat about doing photography while living in two different states. finding your style, and how to shift your style which keep clients happy.
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I'm A Sophisticate and So Can You!Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid/The Velvet UndergroundDust off your bell-bottoms and summon the Mod Squad: we're diving into the late sixties! First, we sit down and watch "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." Who's more charming: Paul Newman or Robert Redford? Let us know. Also, is anyone else picking up on the throuple vibes in this movie? Then, we peel that famous banana and listen to one of the most important bands of the era: The Velvet Underground!Co-hosts: Sydney Painter and Anthony PinggeraTheme music by Dana WilentzThis episode contains explicit language, and frank...
2022-03-221h 01
Retired College Athletes006: Embracing Your Role On Scout Team w/Cassidy BarnardThis week's guest is Cassidy Williams Barnard. Cassidy attended Samford University under a full-ride women's basketball scholarship. In this episode, we discuss the little known but very necessary scout team role many athletes play at some point in their career. We also discuss handling conflict, playing with freedom, and maintaining your confidence.Today's Scout:- Name: Cassidy Williams Barnard- College: Samford University- Sport: Basketball- Instagram: @cassidy_barnard31Housekeeping:- Websi...
2020-09-2142 min