In this episode Elle Russ explores the hilariously bizarre story of the Great Emu War of 1932, where thousands of emus outsmarted the military in one of history’s most absurd battles. But it’s not just a funny tale—it’s a lesson in resilience, adaptability, and the dangers of overconfidence.

Tune in for some laughs, fascinating facts, and insights into how this wild chapter of history can teach us about navigating challenges in our own lives.

 

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What can the legendary MIT Blackjack Team teach us about winning the game of life? In this episode, Elle Russ breaks down the fascinating psychology behind a famous MIT blackjack team and the casinos they took for more than $10 million—and how to flip those tactics to create an abundance mindset. It’s about hacking the odds, rewiring your perception of value, and designing a life where you always win.

 

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Elle Russ chats with Dr. Todd Bertoch, M.D. - a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry from California State University at Fullerton and received a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. After an internship in Internal Medicine, he completed his Anesthesiology residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas, where he was Chief Resident and received the Arthur B. Tarrow Outstanding Resident Award. He is a member of the esteemed Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

Dr. Bertoch served as an anesthesiologist in the United States Air Force until 2006 where he gained extensive experience in both trauma care and pain management. He is a recipient of the Air Force Achievement Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal.

After completing his military service, Dr. Bertoch served for 11 years as the managing partner of Prescott Anesthesia in Prescott, Arizona where his practice included a focus on cardiovascular surgery, chronic pain management and addiction medicine. Since joining JBR Clinical research in 2017, he has served as Principal Investigator for over 100 clinical trials, defended development programs for sponsors before the FDA, been invited to present study results on behalf of clients at professional meetings, designed and authored numerous clinical trial protocols, and has helped author several industry-related articles and white papers.

 

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In this episode of The Elle Russ Show, we dive deep into the powerful transformation from a scarcity mindset to one rooted in abundance. Learn how limiting beliefs around money, resources, and opportunity may be holding you back—and discover practical, confidence-boosting strategies to reframe your thoughts and actions. Drawing from evolutionary psychology and modern mindset tools, we’ll explore how to align your energy with abundance, elevate your self-worth, and take inspired action toward a more fulfilling and prosperous life.

Whether you're battling feelings of "just enough" or striving to break free from self-imposed limitations, this episode will leave you feeling empowered, intentional, and ready to claim the abundance you deserve.

 

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Elle Russ chats with Brad Kearns about his new book with co-author Mark Sisson, Born to Walk. Mark and Brad have published many titles together over the years, including: Primal Endurance, The Keto Reset Diet, and more.    Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, Guinness World Record setting professional Speedgolfer, #1 USA-ranked Masters age 55-59 track &field high jumper in 2020, and former national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete.   He has written twenty books on diet, health, peak performance, and ancestral living, and is a popular speaker, retreat host, and face of the Primal Blueprint online multimedia educational courses. In 2017, The Keto Reset Diet became a New York Times bestseller, and briefly ranked as the #1 overall bestselling book on Amazon.com.   Visit BornToWalkBook.com

 

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In this episode of The Elle Russ Show, we explore the art of shifting the energy in any room you walk into. Whether it's a boardroom, a social gathering, or even an intimate conversation, the ability to command a space starts with your confidence and intention. Learn how to identify and overcome self-doubt, read the room’s energy, and bring your authentic power to the forefront.

Packed with actionable tips and inspiring insights, this episode will help you embrace your influence, set the tone for meaningful interactions, and leave a lasting impression wherever you go. It’s time to stop blending in and start shifting the room with your presence.

 

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Elle Russ chats with Holly Perkins - who has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from The Pennsylvania State University, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). In 2019, she completed a two year program in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. 

With 30 years of experience in health, fitness and nutrition coaching, Holly was named one of the “Top Trainers to Follow” by Shape magazine. Holly is the expert source on women’s strength for numerous national publications and websites including Women’s Health, SELF, Shape, Prevention, Redbook, Men’s Fitness, LIVESTRONG, Buzzfeed, Oxygen, Fitness and The Wall Street Journal.

In 2015 Women’s Health tapped Holly to author Lift To Get Lean, a modern strength training bible for women. Holly’s proven methods help women develop physical strength that translates into enhanced personal and spiritual strength. Because a woman’s body is very different from a man’s, she requires a different training system, truly designed for her body. Holly is now sought out for her program design, high level coaching, and hands-on approach to building strong women.Holly’s clients include: Karlie Kloss, Adrian Grenier, Howard Stern, Billy Crystal, Petra Ecclestone, numerous professional athletes from the NHL and NFL, and even a presidential candidate.

A heavy education in biology, physiology, biomechanics and kinesiology, Holly’s approach to body transformation is built upon a foundation of science. All of her methods and techniques are evidence-based, coming from current medical research.

Visit HollyPerkins.com

 

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In this solo episode, Elle Russ discusses empowering your intentions and discusses her 8-week LIVE group coaching program starting January 2025 (Visit ElleRuss.com/EmpoweredIntention).   Attention and intention is like holding a magnifying glass over your goals and dreams—where you focus, you create fire. It's about taking control of the energy and focus you put into your life, instead of being scattered or aimless. This is where self-esteem and confidence come in as the foundation. You cannot empower your intention without first believing you deserve what you’re striving for.   Confidence is the glue that holds your intentions together. ElleRuss.com/EmpoweredIntention  

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Elle Russ chats with Becca Powers - the author of A Return to Radiance and Harness Your Inner CEO. A Fortune 500 high-tech sales executive, keynote speaker, and CEO of Powers Peak Potential, she has worked with industry giants Cisco, Dell, Royal Caribbean International, and Office Depot. With an impressive record of leading large teams and hitting $500 million in annual revenue, Powers has earned the coveted President’s Club award seven times. A certified kundalini yoga teacher and Reiki Master, she lives in Florida.   Visit her online at http://www.BeccaPowers.com.   

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Elle Russ chats with Kyle Hudson, Co-founder and CEO of Stacklist, the social curation platform that makes it easy to save and share all your favorites, easily. Prior to starting Stacklist, Kyle spearheaded multi-million dollar projects while managing teams of 20+ and accomplishing deliverables for highly technical products. 

Previous clients include start-ups experiencing accelerated growth and Fortune 500 companies with a global presence. A select list of prior client partners include: Google, Harley-Davidson, The Mellon Foundation, Coca-Cola, Disney, Sprint, Chase, and more.

Learn more at https://www.stacklist.app/

   

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