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"Attitude reflects leadership… captain."

- Julius Campbell

Join myself and UFC Champion, Matt Brown, as he shares his insights on attitude, leadership, and leading by example in this inspiring conversation. I have had the pleasure of working with Matt in the past and know that he is a man of his word and as good of a human as he is a fighter. Matt shares his journey from a rough beginning including an overdose to a holding the record for the most welterweight knock outs in the UFC. Matt is a lifelong competitor with a champion's attitude and mindset, but more importantly a father and coach working to shape our young people into responsible leaders. We talk about the diet, training, recovery, leadership, and the business around fighting. Competitor or not, this a great convo for anyone looking to level up and live in service.

Highlights:

Champion's Attitude: Leading by Example with UFC Legend Matt Brown. Competing in the UFC. Going from breakdown to breakthrough. Personal responsibility and self-control. Leading by example and living in service. Coaching kids and parents… on how to lead their children. Training, community, and mental health. Diet, recovery, and pro training tips. Success and personal development. mindset. Moments that move the soul besides winning. Diversity, open-mindedness, and inspiration to level up.

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UFC Charlotte Bonuses: Matt Brown still has the thunder

Matt Brown:

UFC legend, "The Immortal" Matt Brown, is currently tied for the most knockouts in UFC history and holds the record for most finishes, knockouts, and fights in UFC Welterweight history. He was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter Season 7 and has dedicated his life to the pursuit of martial arts and fitness. In his early twenties Matt survived a heroin overdose and many other near-death experiences. All of this along with his fighting reputation led his friends dubbing him with his eventual fighter nickname: "The Immortal."

Before fighting professionally, Matt was a personal trainer and has always had a passion for teaching others. In 2018 he founded Immortal Martial Arts Center in Lewis Center, OH where he is the head coach. He continues his martial arts pursuits daily and helps share his knowledge to build better humans. Matt also owns a fitness equipment company, Immortal Combat Equipment.

Matt enjoys playing guitar, is an avid metal fan, and is a devoted family man and father.

FAVORITE QUOTE: "Stop trying to find yourself and start defining yourself."

@IAMTHEIMMORTAL

@THEIMMORTALCOFFEE

@IMMORTALMARTIALARTS

@ROOTINE_CO

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Host: Kristen Olson

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"Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another."

~ Napoleon Hill

I am excited for this conversation today because you know we love ourselves some health, wellness, and leadership on T&T, but we also love the truth! Today we will unpack "The Wellness Trap: How Fitness Influencers Can Do More Harm Than Good"! New research suggests that many fitness influencers and fitness themed social media can actually have a harmful impact on your mental health (New York Times, 2023). It's estimated that there are over 50,000 fitness influencers in the wellness industry, most claiming to have secrets to a healthy lifestyle, but what are they really saying (and/or selling)? We will breakdown some of the good, bad, and ugly on the fitness influencer culture, focusing on how we can protect ourselves and our young people from misleading tales. Here's how to find #fitspiration you can trust.

Full Article:

Highlights:

Influencers, authenticity and sales. Preaching health or thinness? Consuming food, media, power, and the negative effects of fitfluecers. Comparing yourself/life to others. The filter, highlight real, and actual reality- a distorted body image. Unhealthy fitness trends. Body image ideals and misguided advice. The mental health impact and unsustainable practices. Protecting yourself, trusting your gut, and digging in (doing homework) where needed. Side eye everything.

Time Stamps:

1:27- KO Alliance (my business) and influencers, ho we specialize in strategic partnership (influencers) and why!

3:00- Fitness influencers are followed more than any other category of influencers out there

4:10- KOA fitness influencers, intentionality and responsibility

5:47- The New York Time article, Most Fitness Influencers Are Doing More Harm Than Good

6:35- Are they really promoting thinness?

7:27- How to find the good influencers and unfollow the bad

10:40- the cost of comparison and the negative impact on mental health

11:20- Be weary of before and after photos

13:30- be a conscious consumer, do your homework

15:14- the importance of diversity

17:26- lean into the core values

19:00- we are all different, embrace your body, mind, and spirit

Related Articles:

The National Library of Medicine: The Impact of Fitness Influencers on a Social Media Platform on Exercise Intention during the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Role of Parasocial Relationships

The Gateway Online: Fitness influencer culture promotes unhealthy body image

Men's Health: Are Fitness Influencers a Force for Good?

Kristen M. Olson:

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Pup Mom. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™. 20+ year in marketing and branding in the fitness/lifestyle industry, specializing strategic partnerships, influencers/community building, and creative strategy. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere.

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Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus." -Martin Luther King Jr.

Hi all, your host here, Kristen Olson, and I am excited to be with you today as we welcome fitness family to the T&T mic, Ausha Ramirez. Ausha is a longtime health professional and she is only 26 years old, but already has a wealth of experience. She shares her journey, the importance of personal responsibility, representation, and leading by example. Ausha has overcome many things including the loss of a parent, personal significant weight loss and heath elevation, and continues to climb the ladder in the medical (and CrossFit) world- working to bring deeper conversation about the connection of mind, body, and soul, to her patients, family, and friends, one graceful convo at a time.

Highlights:

The medial, health, and wellness industry. The lack of conversation about personal responsibility and taking back your power. Mind, body, soul, the whole human approach. Meeting people where they are at. Leading by example. Passion for representation. Taking your own journey and letting others do the same.

Time Stamps:

3:00- Losing a parent inspires a medical journey

4:36- Being mature for your age, due to experience

5:24- Twenty somethings taking over

12:00- Religion and you

18:30- Trusting your gut

21:50- Sharing intel and advice with family, and how that's hard

27:46- Intro to CrossFit

30:19- Body awareness

39:37- Dealing with the public and awkward, inappropriate comments

43:32- Ancestors blazing the trail to allow freer speech today

47:28- Change is slow, showing up as yourself

52:30- The importance of representation, lead by example

1:03:23- Taking the power back on your health

1:05:52- Trusting the process, lead with the fire

Related Articles:

Diversity and Discrimination in Healthcare - StatPearls

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in Health Care Innovation

Women in the healthcare industry: An update

Ausha Ramirez:

26 yrs old female, Born and raised in Colorado. The eldest out of 5 girls and have been in health care since 18 yrs old. First a CNA, then LPN and now an RN (associates degree). I currently work as a pediatric home health nurse and bedside nurse (medical surgical/ Telemetry).

I enjoy CrossFit, learning Spanish and nature.... family is a big part in my life.

@cherish_65

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Host: Kristen Olson

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Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"My legacy is that I stayed on course... from the beginning to the end, because I believed in something inside of me."

-Tina Turner

Welcome to a very special episode of "Musical Legends Unveiled." Today, we gather to honor and celebrate the life and career of a true music icon: Tina Turner. Join us as we pay tribute to this remarkable artist and the incredible impact she has made on the world of music and beyond. I'm your host, Kristen Olson, and together, we'll embark on a journey through Tina Turner's extraordinary legacy- get ready to take notes:)

Highlights:

Tina Turner. Life after 40. Music, relationships, resilience, and letting go. Self-belief and the energy within. Faith and recovery. World records, awards, honors, and worldwide impact. Authenticity and simply being yourself.

Time Stamps:

1:26- Tina, the great- why are we doing this podcast?

3:00- Tina's background and start

3:51- Tina leaves Ike and starts her solo career

5:46- Tina's accomplishments

7:06- Building the conversation around domestic violence and abuse

7:30- Awards

11:00- Life and success after 40!

15:27- Tina's impact on my life

15:45- Letting go, Tina's resilience

16:00- get inspired by Tina

Related Articles:

The Harvard Business Review: Life's Work: An Interview with Tina Turner

The New Yorker: The Untouchable Tina Turner

The Independent: Tina Turner - latest news, breaking stories and comment

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Kristen M. Olson

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Pup Mom. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™.

20+ year in marketing and branding in the fitness/lifestyle industry, specializing strategic partnerships, influencers/community building, and creative strategy. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere.

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Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"I'm trying to build an empire, because after this, I cannot get a normal job."

-Nicole Polizzi (aka Snookie)

Hi all, KO, your host here- this is a fun one today! We'll be breaking down the paradoxical nature of our fascination with reality dating shows despite their lack of long-lasting romantic connections. What keeps us hooked, even in the absence of enduring love stories? We'll unpack some of the most popular reality dating TV shows including; The Bachelor/Bachelorette, Love is Blind, Married At First Sight- and more. What are the stats, who is still together, and why do we watch – all the different series if none of them really work?! These shows are some of my favorite "escapism" indulgences:), but will I keep watching if it's just about becoming an influencer and not about finding love?… I'm not sure that I will! Will you? Would you go on one seeking love (or fame)? Listen into the end where I share my own experience being recruited to join one of these shows- a little inside info on the process that provided for some deeper thinking, I actually appreciated. Love or entertainment, you decide!

Highlights:

Love and reality, dating on tv. Entertainment, escapisms, and seeking fame. Public opinion on private matters. Social consciousness and building a platform. What would you do for love? Is the drama enough or do we want to see the happy ending? Love, relationship experience, and communication. The trials and errors of dating.

Related Articles:

USA Today: No lasting love, no problem: Why we still can't stop watching reality dating shows

USA Today: How many 'Bachelor' couples stay together? Here's a look at the show's success rate

Time Stamps:

0:51 – the different reality dating shows

2:31- why do production companies do reality dating shows? Because they make money

4:03- breakdown on the stats on The Bachelor/Bachelorette

7:14- not only do the shows not work, they are traumatic

21:00- Farmer Wants A Wife

21:52- Escapism

27:36- reality tv star to major, monetizable influencer

29:40- stats on the bachelor/bachelorette success rates fully unpacked

37:05- my experience being recruited to try out for Married At First Sight

39:03- asking yourself the deeper questions

42:53- Do I even want to keep watching these shows?

The Host:

Kristen M. Olson

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Pup Mom. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™.

20+ year in marketing and branding in the fitness/lifestyle industry, specializing strategic partnerships, influencers/community building, and creative strategy. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere. Connect with T&T:

IG: @TurmericTequila

Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila

TikTok: @TurmericTequila

Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com

Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"If there is Magic on this planet, it is contained in water."

-Loren Eiseley

The summer heat will be here soon- what are you drinking? We are talking about more than just summer tequila here- we are unpacking 7 of the most common beverages: water, tea, coffee, alcohol, sugar laden coffee drinks, juice, and diet soda. Which ones are good and which ones can we swap out and why! We talk a lot about food in our society, but we often overlook the calories and sugar that we are taking in via drinks. So, let's get on the right side of hydration and power the mind, body, and soul one superior beverage at a time, it impacts more than you know. Hydration hacks and tips included!

Full Article from My Fitness Pal

Highlights:

Beverages broken down and reviewed for your conscious consumption. The good, bad, and ugly on drinking and why. Hydration and the impacts of dehydration. Suggested amount of water for you. Hydration and longevity, hormones, brain function, and sleep. Take charge of your health, take charge of your life. Some tips to make your tequila drinks just a little bit healthier :)

Kristen M. Olson:

Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and longtime health, wellness, and fun enthusiasts.

Also, A Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Podcaster. Pup Mom. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere. SEASONED MARKETING MANAGEMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CULTURE MARKETING | STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING Highly skilled and passion-driven professional with demonstrated success and progressive growth in leading fundraising efforts, organizing and managing large-scale events, as well as acquiring artists while scaling large and small events. Champion at human relations, fashion & creative, organization management, and relationship management. Instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, marketing, and branding efforts, identifying culture marketing opportunities, developing potential culture activations, and leading activation strategy. Success in designing and launching marketing campaigns leading to increased audience growth rate by 15%. Excel at identifying regional artists and opinion leaders to boost culture plans, executing culture marketing business plans, managing event ticketing plans, achieving media outcomes and building high-performing teams.

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Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com

Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"The first wealth is health. "

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

Let's continue to level up our health- easily and affordably! I am excited to talk about one of my favorite spices today and 50% of the inspiration for this podcast, TURMERIC! I get asked a lot about turmeric, so it was time to break it down and share the hot/quick 411 on what turmeric is and why it's so great. Today we will delve into the world of turmeric and its remarkable properties, from its historical significance to its modern-day applications. From inflammation to brain health, turmeric has you covered. I'll share with you how I cook with it, supplement it, where to get it, why I think it's an easy part of the everyday routine…. Especially after a party day:). Enjoy!

Highlights:

Turmeric's origin: India, Indian cuisine. Turmeric in Ayurvedic Medicine and Traditional Chinese medicine. Overall wellbeing: turmeric as an anti-inflammatory and support in fighting chronic disease. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric. Turmeric as a supplement and the importance of taking or cooking with turmeric correctly for optimal absorption/impact. What kind to buy, how to take it, and what you should look for on labels!

Kristen M. Olson:

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Podcaster. Pup Mom. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere. SEASONED MARKETING MANAGEMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CULTURE MARKETING | STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING Highly skilled and passion-driven professional with demonstrated success and progressive growth in leading fundraising efforts, organizing and managing large-scale events, as well as acquiring artists while scaling large and small events. Champion at human relations, fashion & creative, organization management, and relationship management. Instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, marketing, and branding efforts, identifying culture marketing opportunities, developing potential culture activations, and leading activation strategy. Success in designing and launching marketing campaigns leading to increased audience growth rate by 15%. Excel at identifying regional artists and opinion leaders to boost culture plans, executing culture marketing business plans, managing event ticketing plans, achieving media outcomes and building high-performing teams. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™.

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Host: Kristen Olson

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Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"You're not alone. I'm awake and I've been thinking of you."

—Kygo

According to Campaign to End Loneliness, loneliness is likely to increase your risk of death by 26% (Holt-Lunstad, 2015)! Loneliness is widely considered an epidemic that needs our attention now… SO, today we delve into the universal human experience of loneliness. Whether you're struggling with isolation or simply seeking to understand the complex emption, this podcast is here to provide insights, statistics, and practical (quick) strategies to help you navigate through it. Let's dive in and love one another just a little bit more!

Articles Referenced:

Campaign To End Loneliness: Facts and Statistics

CDC: Coping With Loneliness

Highlights:

Loneliness explored. Statistics and strategies to awaken and inspire you to connect to your community. Loneliness and age, gender, and other parts of the world. Living in service. Volunteering, listening, and creating space. Self-care. Giving grace. COMMUNITY. COMMUNICATION. LOVE.

Kristen M. Olson:

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Podcaster. Pup Mom.

Uniting mission driven humans everywhere. SEASONED MARKETING MANAGEMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CULTURE MARKETING | STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING Highly skilled and passion-driven professional with demonstrated success and progressive growth in leading fundraising efforts, organizing and managing large-scale events, as well as acquiring artists while scaling large and small events. Champion at human relations, fashion & creative, organization management, and relationship management. Instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, marketing, and branding efforts, identifying culture marketing opportunities, developing potential culture activations, and leading activation strategy. Success in designing and launching marketing campaigns leading to increased audience growth rate by 15%. Excel at identifying regional artists and opinion leaders to boost culture plans, executing culture marketing business plans, managing event ticketing plans, achieving media outcomes and building high-performing teams. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™.

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Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com

Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"We not only nurture our sacred relationships through ritual, but we are nurtured by them as well. In ritual, we move, and we are moved."

-ALISON LEIGH LILLY

I am excited to welcome Tâmara Castelo to the T&T mic! Tâmara is a specialist in Chinese Traditional Medicine and the CEO of Tâmara Castelo Clinic (Lisbon and Porto), TMC Health, TMC Holistic and TMC Jewellery. At her clinic, Tâmara treats sleep disorders, thyroid disorders, intestine diseases, anxiety, migraines, and hormonal problems, and takes a holistic approach to healing. She is the author of Healing Without Medicine, Eating Without Guilt, and Full Balance—all winners of Gourmand awards. Her new book, The Power of Rituals, walks readers through how to determine their biotype and, based on that, create a personal plan with easy, repetitive tasks designed to rebalance sleep, manage stress, reduce anxiety, and end toxic thoughts. Tâmara is all about the whole human approach and give us quick tips to level up right now and take hold of our own personal health- and mindset! LOVED this conversation and Tâmara's energy enjoy!!

Highlights:

Mental and physical health. Personal responsibility. Mindset, wellbeing, and body awareness. Questioning a better way, including authority. Small changes to big results. Committing to your best self by taking control. Building the right team for health, support, and life!

Tâmara Castelo: A specialist in Chinese Traditional Medicine and the CEO of Tâmara Castelo Clinic (Lisbon and Porto), TMC Health, TMC Holistic and TMC Jewellery. She lives in Lisbon.

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Host: Kristen Olson

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Website: www.KOAlliance.com

"The art of communication is the language of leadership."

-James Humes

This is what I like to call a "sprint podcast"… meaning it's less than 15 minutes and we get right to the point:) As a leader, I am passionate about continuing education and am currently knee deep in leadership and coaching training programs from casual courses to highly accredited "world renowned" universities and these are 2 big communication tips that are coming up all over the place. I would encourage anyone to do any of these full courses, but I also think it's highly useful to share the gold nuggets I have minded out of the experiences- to streamline the process for all! These are 2 must use communication tips that can change the flow of the conversation and the energy in the room to better create space to effectively communicate and make someone else feel seen and heard. I know the more we model simple skills like these the sooner we will see people exercising them back to us (#influencers) - everyone wins! Personal, professional, team, family- these are tips anyone and everyone can use… and always remember, being a good listener is always the most important skill in communication. Enjoy this one and give these a try- cheers!

Highlights:

Humanizing leadership! Leveling up your communication! Be seen and heard, seeing and hearing someone else. Building connection, building a team. Meeting people where they are at. Problem resolution and solution. Operating from genuine, authentic space. Practicing what you preach and setting the tone for future generations.

Kristen M. Olson:

Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Podcaster. Pup Mom. Uniting mission driven humans everywhere. SEASONED MARKETING MANAGEMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CULTURE MARKETING | STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING Highly skilled and passion-driven professional with demonstrated success and progressive growth in leading fundraising efforts, organizing and managing large-scale events, as well as acquiring artists while scaling large and small events. Champion at human relations, fashion & creative, organization management, and relationship management. Instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, marketing, and branding efforts, identifying culture marketing opportunities, developing potential culture activations, and leading activation strategy. Success in designing and launching marketing campaigns leading to increased audience growth rate by 15%. Excel at identifying regional artists and opinion leaders to boost culture plans, executing culture marketing business plans, managing event ticketing plans, achieving media outcomes and building high-performing teams. Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™.

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IG: @TurmericTequila

Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila

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Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com

Host: Kristen Olson

IG: @Madonnashero

Website: www.KOAlliance.com