By Lori & Jenny
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The podcast currently has 109 episodes available.
Hosts Lori and Jenny opt for a relaxed, personal conversation, sharing insights into their lives, goals, and the concept of “Misogi.”
They introduce Misogi, a Japanese idea of setting one memorable, meaningful goal each year to create lasting life highlights. Both hosts reflect on the past year’s experiences, such as Jenny’s trip to New Mexico, where she embraced spontaneity by saying “yes” to new opportunities, underscoring the power of simple, yet impactful experiences.
They discuss goal setting and the value of making incremental, attainable goals that build momentum, referencing the advice of author John Acuff on the importance of “easy wins.” Jenny shares her past experiences with marathon training, where small, consistent efforts built up to the bigger accomplishment. This approach leads to a discussion on focusing on what truly matters daily, appreciating small moments, and how these cumulative experiences often create more profound memories than big, single achievements.
The episode ends with Lori contemplating her upcoming goals, expressing her desire to improve her photography skills, especially in capturing dynamic sports photos.
The hosts encourage listeners to embrace personal growth through goals that are both achievable and fulfilling.
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Meet Heather Cracraft! Heather is an the assistant to the athletic director at the University of Colorado Boulder, a role she has held for the past 6 years.
She is a passionate sports fan who bleeds the black and gold of CU, having been a student there herself.
Heather has faced significant personal challenges in recent years, including losing her home in the 2021 Marshall Fire in Boulder County and the sudden passing of her partner. Despite these tragedies, Heather has maintained a positive outlook, focusing on the connections with family and friends that have helped her through difficult times.
In addition to her work at CU, Heather is running for a position on the Board of Trustees in the town of Superior, Colorado, where she lives.
Overall, Heather's story is one of resilience, positivity, and a deep appreciation for the present moment. Her passion for sports, her commitment to supporting young athletes, and her desire to make a difference in her community are all inspiring and make her a remarkable individual.
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Meet Andrea Vahl!
Andrea is a former engineer who transitioned into social media marketing and then comedy. She started an in-home wine tasting business and used social media to promote it, which led to her writing a book on Facebook marketing.
Andrea then started doing stand-up comedy on the side, using Facebook and Instagram ads to market her shows. Earlier this year, she quit her marketing business to pursue comedy full-time, creating a show called "Mom's Unhinged" featuring all-female mom comedians.
The "Mom's Unhinged" show has been growing rapidly, with Andrea and her team booking over 50 comedians and traveling to different cities to perform. Andrea sees the show as a way to give a platform to underrepresented voices in comedy and provide a supportive community for moms.
She is proud of her two sons and the example she has set for them by pursuing her passions and not being afraid to take risks. Looking ahead, Andrea is excited to see how the "Mom's Unhinged" show continues to grow and develop.
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This episode features a candid conversation between Jenny and Lori, two friends and co-hosts, as they discuss the challenges and joys of their current life stages.
Jenny shares her experience of becoming an empty nester, describing the bittersweet feelings of this transition and the need to grieve the end of a chapter. Lori, still in the thick of parenting, discusses the emotional ups and downs of her children's growth, including her younger son's newfound self-awareness and her older son's struggles with independence.
The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing work, family, and personal time. Jenny shares her experience of running her own HR consulting business, which she started with a former colleague, and the importance of supporting small and medium-sized businesses with people-focused solutions.
Lori discusses her recent transition to a new full-time job in the health and wellness industry, while also maintaining her entrepreneurial ventures and passion projects.
Both women express excitement for upcoming travel plans, with Jenny looking forward to a trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Festival and Lori planning a big Asia trip for the summer. They also share their enthusiasm for the future, with a focus on nurturing new friendships, exploring personal growth opportunities, and continuing to support each other through the ever-evolving stages of life.
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Meet Renee Good! She is a nurse practitioner who recently opened her own practice, Good Integrative Healthcare, which specializes in hormone health, medical weight loss, and sexual function. She previously worked in various nursing roles, including family practice, the ER during COVID, and as a nurse practitioner in primary care, but found that she wanted to be more proactive in her patients' health. Renee also has a background in real estate, which she says helped her develop important people skills that have translated to her medical practice.
Renee is passionate about helping women and men with hormone-related issues. She emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic approach and finding the optimal hormone levels for each individual, rather than just relying on "normal" lab ranges.
In addition to running her practice, Renee is also a grandmother and has four adult children of her own. She reflects on the challenges of balancing her career and family responsibilities, including the "mom guilt" she felt when going back to school to become a nurse. However, she is proud of the "four good humans" she and her husband have raised.
Finally, Renee discusses the joys and challenges of being an entrepreneur, noting that while she loves the work, the business side of running a practice can be daunting at times. She credits her husband's support and her own self-awareness in helping her navigate these challenges.
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Selene Yeager is a renowned health and fitness writer, podcast host, and former professional cyclist. She discusses how she got into cycling at a young age, eventually becoming a professional racer and Ironman triathlete. Selene talks about the challenges of balancing her athletic career with being a mother, and how her own mother was instrumental in supporting her.
Selene shares how she discovered her passion for lifting weights and how it helped her regain her power and performance through menopause. She is a strong advocate for women's health and fitness and has been outspoken about menopause in traditionally male-dominated spaces.
Selene discusses the joys of being an empty nester and the freedom it has brought her and her husband to pursue their outdoor hobbies. Her advice for women is not to let shame or societal expectations hold them back from living their fullest lives.
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Meet Sage Rountree, an author, yoga studio owner, and former endurance athlete who has found the balance between her athletic pursuits and a more mindful, yoga-centered lifestyle. She shares her journey from being a competitive runner and triathlete to embracing yoga and writing over 10 books on the intersection of yoga and endurance sports. Sage discusses the challenges of raising two daughters and learning to relinquish control as a parent, drawing parallels to the lessons she learned through yoga and athletics. Additionally, Sage talks about her latest project, an at-home wellness retreat that aims to make self-care and relaxation accessible to everyone.
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Meet Jessica and Heather, the founders of "Hey Birdie", a community for women. The discussion covers how Jessica and Heather met, the inspiration behind starting "Hey Birdie", and the importance of creating a safe space for women to connect and support each other.
They also discuss the different programs and events offered by "Hey Birdie", including their "Flight Clubs", "Migrations", and special events like the "Maternal Burn".
The podcast highlights the value of community, vulnerability, and celebrating important life transitions for women. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the power of women supporting and empowering each other.
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https://www.heybirdie.co/
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hey_birdie_co
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https://www.facebook.com/FindingYourFlock
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Meet Sara, a fitness professional with a background in corporate wellness. Sara discusses her transition from a corporate role to starting her own fitness business, and how she has adapted her approach to cater to clients of all ages and fitness levels, from youth athletes to middle-aged women.
The discussion touches on the challenges of being an entrepreneur, including the ups and downs of managing a flexible schedule and dealing with the "scarcity mindset" that can arise during slower periods. Sara emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between work and rest, drawing parallels to the concept of high-intensity interval training.
The conversation also explores the unique considerations for middle-aged and menopausal women, such as the importance of stress management, nutrition, and resistance training to maintain muscle mass and metabolism. Sara provides insights on the benefits of shorter, more intense workouts than longer, steady-state cardio sessions.
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This podcast episode features a conversation between the two co-hosts, Lori & Jenny, as they reflect on their first year of hosting the podcast together.
They discuss the amazing guests they've had on the show, the stories that have resonated with them, and the community they've built. They also share what's currently happening in their lives, with Jenny preparing for her daughters to leave for college and summer activities, and Lori starting a new job while also planning a family trip to Italy.
Looking ahead, the hosts share their plans to take a break over the summer but continue to post occasional "daily bites" before returning with a full schedule in August.
They encourage listeners to engage with the podcast by sharing episodes, leaving reviews, and reaching out if they're interested in being a guest.
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The podcast currently has 109 episodes available.