THE VOLLEYTALK PODCAST: Beach Volleyball Conversations with Tasha Mae

I was feeling a little down the last week because I hadn’t managed to find a guest, when it hit me that I should just share about a topic myself. I get asked this question quite a lot especially by younger players- how to motivate yourself to train when you don’t feel like it. So I thought it’d be good to address this issue in this short episode 😊

I really hope that this short episode added value to you! Please do give me your feedback as it can help me improve on making it better for you.

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"Find back your connection to sacred Mother Earth, and listen to life’s synchronicities"

“Once you have discovered your purpose in life, please give it away for free!”

Today's guest is Lesley de Jonge, founder of a non-profit volleyball organization “Let’s Keep the Ball Flying”! In this episode, Lesley talks about:-

- how and why he started Let’s Keep the Ball Flying

- the meaning behind the iconic LKTBF logo

- how being the head coach of the Nepal national team has transformed him

- the different projects of LKTBF and how they are changing the world one project at a time

- how he felt that every experience has been “arranged” for him

- the legacy that he wants to leave behind

- advice for people who want to start a non-profit organization

- how he connects with Mother Nature and finds the synchronicities in life, and how that has helped him to live the best life ever

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out! This was quite an emotional chat for me because I was really touched by Lesley’s passion, and I really hope that it will impact you some way or another too.

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :')

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Lesley, and learn a lot from him!

Follow LKTBF on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letskeeptheballflying/

Support LKTBF: https://www.letskeeptheballflying.com/

"Discover who you are, believe in yourself and enjoy the ride!"

Today's guest is Anna Rantala, an up-and-coming beach volleyball player from Finland! In this episode, Anna talks about:-

- her life and experiences as a beach volleyball player in Finland

- how she first started the sport

- how she calms herself down during tight situations and finding her “reset button”

- her battle with her knee injury and how she managed to find the good in it

- what truly inspires her along her journey till this day

- how cold water swimming is one of her favorite things to do

- how she learns to be graceful with herself and more mindful about life

- how to learn to discover yourself, and more on the book “The Power of Now”

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out!

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :') Also, I’m terribly sorry for the poor connections at times☹

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Anna, and learn a lot from her!

Follow Anna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annarantala/

Subscribe to her Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3X34NC4a_oJqtJOSTp720A/videos

"Enjoy your life, and find in everyday something positive!"

“I want to call my mum, and say that I’m World Champion!”

Today's guest is Anastasija Kravcenoka, beach volleyball player from Latvia, YouTuber and a 2021 Olympian! In this episode, Anastasija talks about:-

- her life and experiences as a beach volleyball player

- what was going through her mind during the super intense Olympic Qualification Match against Czech Republic (Haiyang, 2019)

-how her preparation for the Olympics is like with her partner, Tina

- what truly inspires her along her journey till this day

- how she learns to find happiness in the small things in life

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out!

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :') Also, I’m terribly sorry for all the background wind noises ☹

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Anastasija, and learn a lot from her!

Follow Anastasija on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kravcenokaa/

Subscribe to her Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphukaD3SVVH4Mila5cxl8w

"The future is still ours to write, so let’s leave a lasting legacy on tomorrow!"

Today's guest is Issa Batrane, beach volleyball player from the UK, and an Athlete for Planet! In this episode, Issa talks about:-

- his life and experiences as a beach volleyball player

- the trick he uses when he's in a tight situation during competition

- his experiences with his idol, legend beach volleyball player Bruno Schmidt!

- what does being an “Athlete for Planet” mean

- how he continues to inspire the world and younger generation one person at a time :)

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out!

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :')

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Issa, and learn a lot from him!

Follow Issa on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/issabatrane/

Learn more about Hyloathletics:

https://www.instagram.com/hyloathletics/

"Trust in the process- no matter how bad it gets."

Today's guest is the one and only Ronja Klinger, a young beach volleyball star from Austria! In this episode, Ronja talks about:-

- her life and experiences as a beach volleyball player

- the trick she uses when she's in a tight situation during competition

-how she overcame her challenges with her shoulder injury AND finding out she had covid-19

-how is it like being partners with her sister

-her visualization techniques

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out!

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :')

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Ronja, and learn a lot from her!

Follow Ronja on Instagram :

https://www.instagram.com/ronja_klinger/

https://www.instagram.com/theklingers/

"You can't suck forever- and dream BIG, start small but most of all START!"

Today's guest is Melissa Fuchs Powell, beach volleyball player from USA, TikTok star and an entrepreneur with her own clothing brand, MelPraia. In this episode, Melissa talks about:-

- her life and experiences as a beach volleyball player

- the trick she uses when she's in a tight situation during competition

-why she started TikTok

-how did she come up with MelPraia

-why is "You can't suck forever" her life motto

and sooo much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one out!

*Please note that this is not an actual podcast with fancy equipment, so please forgive the mediocre audio quality and excessive laughing :')

NONETHELESS, I hope that you enjoy this casual chat with Melissa, and learn a lot from her!

Follow Melissa on Instagram :

https://www.instagram.com/melissalessa/

https://www.instagram.com/melpraiashop/

https://www.instagram.com/youcantsuckforever/