Unplugged And Undeniable

Branching into my new neighborhood for the first time with my guest, Alice Halvorson. Alice is a personal trainer, public speaker, nutrition coach, mother of 2 and fitness model. There are a LOT of hats worn! Alice and I dive into eating disorders a bit, what steps to take and advice on speaking up about your situation. We also tackle the ever so popular "intuitive eating" topic which has become v...

We move away from the Crossfit department this week and talk branding your business with Angela Knox. She is an amazing photographer with a yoga background to go along with her branding agency/photography platform. You can find Angela on many different platforms. https://thedivinegroup.co/ https://www.instagram.com/thedivinegroupmn/ and https://angeladivinephotography.com/ PLEASE like and subscrib...

4 time Crossfit Games athlete Taylor Williamson was kind enough to join the show. She has an incredible background, currently in PA school and training for her 5th Crossfit Games appearance with Mayhem Freedom. How does she currently balance this? She dives into the back and forth and where she envisions taking her career when she graduates. She has visions of using her platform to change lives in...

My guest this week was Fireteam CEO, Make Pods Great Again Co-host and Crossfit reporter Niki Brazier. In terms of FUN, this was a stray away from the normal fitness/nutrition X's and O's you're used to hearing. Niki was very transparent about who she is, her upbringing and on goings. We discuss starting a business during the pandemic. What goes on during the Crossfit Games from a sideline perspec...

Very fortunate to spend a lengthy period of time with Elijah Muhammad. Elijah is the pioneer for African American's in the Crossfit Industry. Currently, Muhammad is the owner of Unorthodox Fitness in Des Moines, Iowa. Our discussion was very eclectic. Ranging from wild animals to coaching, his family and what his next steps are after Eric Rosa became the new CEO of Crossfit. You can find ALL of El...

A solo, mini episode with the host! We are 1 year removed from a United States pandemic lockdown, have you been struggling with your fitness and health?? I give a few pieces of advice on this very topic, the direction of the show in 2021 and a passionate "promo" if you will to close out the episode. If you are listener to the show, you can save 10% off your online personal training program, in per...

I sat down with Marcus Watson, owner of 57Fit in Minneapolis. I will go on record and say that this was the smoothest podcast to listen to of all 28 episodes. There is so much content to digest! One year ago today was the "unofficial" lockdown due to the COVID-19 virus. We talk about how business has changed since then and what he is doing to keep business booming. On top of this, we dive into Mar...

Nik Reese joins this episode and we dive into a wide array of topics. From imposter syndrome to coaching photographers and teaching them the science behind nutrition, psychology and fitness. Also, we take a look into the lens and confusion form a body image perspective. Why science isn't as sexy as social media ads? We tackle this topic and have fun in the beginning and end with coffee/West Coast...

Emily Gonzalez joins the show today and we talk beginnings, evolution and the state of her business today. She is a vintage person with an amazing spirit! We talk about racial unrest in our city (Minneapolis), self love and why it's so important to be in the right state of mind before you begin to change your body! You can find Emily at https://www.instagram.com/emilyannegonzalez/ As well as https...

A little throwback to 2015, Joey Custode is my guest today. Joey has a palms up, go get it attitude. He gives 100% in nearly everything that he does and it shows. How he presents himself, walks his talk and serves SO many individuals on a daily basis. Also, which one of us predicted the Super Bowl correctly!? You can find reach Joey at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=521570678 joseph.custo...

Per usual, My conversation on this episode gets straight to the meat on the bone. Then we go in many different food, fitness and health directions! Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are experiencing menopause hell and want to start feeling healthy and fit in their 40s and beyond. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Amanda is a highly regarded expert on women’s f...

All things fitness, behaviors, pizza and Aaron Rodgers with Ryan Kassim. He has an incredible story about being mentored at 14, why he gives out great content for free and why most, if not everyone, should have a therapist. Ryan and I have some excellent banter on fitness, eating disorders, how to improve your mental health and the state of our industry in 2021! You can follow Ryan at https://body...

This is a fun episode. John Wooley joins the show to discuss a plethora of Crossfit and content topics! John got a late start in the fitness industry and he talks about his 10 year Crossfit journey. We deep dive into his content on Instagram, which is THE best Crossfit meme page in the World. How much content does he produce? Does he find anything off limits? We also discuss inclusiveness in the f...

Stefanie Peters is the 1st guest in 2021 on Unplugged and Undeniable. She has been her own boss since the age of 18!! While most of the podcast is centered around her 2 books, overcoming your fears and how she stays healthy/fit: We tap into a few personal items which were very inspiring! Currently, she is diving in the Real estate arena, her podcast and opening up multiple streams of income. You c...

The year closing/2021 opening podcast is a solo affair! Jesse Velasquez (myself) will be breaking down 6 different types of fitness. The pros and cons of each. Simple nutritional habits to use without tracking your macros! Lastly, how to set the RIGHT intentions and goals for 2021 from a fitness perspective. You can visit jcvwellness.com for online personal training or nutrition coaching. https://...

Being specific is important in our industry and is often overlooked in many industries. Asking questions and the psychology behind your intentions with nutrition and fitness. Kasey Jo Orvidas is one of the brightest young minds in the nutrition and psychology coaching field. We also dive into growth vs fixed mindset and her studies behind this! You can find Kasey Jo at https://www.instagram.com/co...

Transparency is king with Kingfield owner and coach Danny Yeager. This enlightening episode reveals why he loves organized chaos, how he reacts in pressure situations and why being kind to everyone you meet will build relationships and business in the long run. He also promotes taking time to yourself every single day. No phone or electronics, just you. To restore your body and be your best self....

Cara Dement joins Unplugged And Undeniable from St. Louis, Missouri. We get into a wide variety of topics from reverse dieting, her own decade long personal training journey as well as the term "moderation" in the nutrition World. Lots of myths and truths told in this podcast You can find Cara and her training/nutritional services at https://www.instagram.com/cara.veee/ and https://www.caraveee.co...

This is a very candid and informative interview that you don't want to miss! Ellen Renk joined the show and we have a lot to talk about. Being authentic on social media, transitioning from a desk job to an entrepreneur. A competitive spirit, Ellen gives a blueprint with her own daily morning routine, why goal setting is important and what her next tattoo is going to be! You can find Ellen at https...

Amanda Ruller joined the show. She is a jack of all trades with an incredible personality. Among her achievements. Qualifying for Canadian track nationals where she competed in two Olympic trials for the 100 meters as well as 200 meters. Training with the Canadian Olympic Bobsleigh and Skeleton community to come compete for their winter sports development team. Playing pro football for the Los Ang...

Can you believe it's been 2 months?? The inaugural episode features Emily Field, a registered dietician from Minneapolis, MN. She discusses her philosophies on nutrition, fitness and a candid story on burgers and fries! You can visit Emilyfieldrd.com or @emilyfieldrd on Instagram to view her services and get a TON of nutritional information sent your way!

Jordan Syatt is my guest and we dive into a lot of fitness and other topics. Ju-Jitsu, how long Jordan will remain in the United States, who is the most positive person that Jordan has come across? We also dive into his new book "Eat This", his past with eating, wrestling and powerlifting. You can find Jordan at https://www.syattfitness.com/ , https://www.instagram.com/syattfitness/ and twitter.co...

This is an episode you WANT to open your ears and listen to. Lee England Jr is one of the most accomplished violinists on the planet. We discuss his activism and how he has used his music as a platform for systemic racism and other Worldly issues. Lee dives into how he performed for Michael Jordan on his birthday and he was SIGNED to a contract by Jordan because of his performance. We also discuss...

Holly Janiszewski is my guest this week. Holly was very candid about her upbringing and how she originally wanted to become a veterinarian. When math and science was out of her realm, Holly turned to marketing and she discovered her love for teaching women how to get stronger and more confident by strength training in the gym. She has an excellent philosophy on fitness and empowerment and recently...

On this episode, Omaur Bliss joins the show. Omaur blends his love for music and fitness together. He currently DJ's in the Twin Cities area for the Minnesota Vikings, Lifetime Fitness and other major companies. He also personal trains many clients as an independent trainer. He discusses how he was able to incorporate his yoga and strength train regimen into his career. We also really dive into th...