Big Idea Big Moves

In this episode of Big Idea Big Moves , host Jamie Allison sits down with Tamar Lyons , a former radio and TV professional turned digital marketing agency owner. Tamar shares her very personal journey from the media world to entrepreneurship, including how the pandemic became a turning point that pushed her into freelancing and ultimately building her own thriving agency. Together, Jamie and Tamar...

Anne Marie Chaker is a former features writer for the Wall Street Journal, a professional bodybuilder, and now author of the new book Lift: How Women Can Reclaim Their Physical Power and Transform Their Lives . After overcoming significant personal challenges, Anne Marie found strength training, which not only transformed her physically but also reshaped her confidence and how she moves through th...

In this inspiring episode of Big Idea Big Moves, host Jamie Allison sits down with Tasha Star, a former competitive show jumper and bodybuilder turned wellness advocate and fitness entrepreneur. Tasha opens up about her transition from the equestrian world to coaching women on health, fitness, and hormone balance. She shares how her background in psychotherapy has shaped her holistic approach to w...

In this episode of Big Idea Big Moves, host Jamie Allison sits down with Emily Lyons, a dynamic entrepreneur who has built multiple successful businesses from the ground up. Emily shares her inspiring journey—starting from her first promotional modeling agency, Femme Fatale, to expanding into the luxury market and beyond. Jamie and Emily dive into the key strategies for business growth, including...

In this inspiring episode of The Big Idea Big Moves Podcast , Jamie sits down with fitness influencer, health and wellness coach and entrepreneur Lexie Bold , who has built a thriving fitness and wellness brand in Tulum, Mexico. Lexie shares how she overcame fear and embraced bold changes to create the life she envisioned. They discuss: ✅ The power of goal setting and breaking big dreams into act...

In this motivating episode of Big Idea Big Moves , Jamie sits down with Francheska Martinez , a movement enthusiast and functional fitness expert. FrancheskaFit shares her journey from a childhood filled with dance and movement to discovering weight training and ultimately embracing functional fitness . She dives into the importance of movement, efficiency, injury prevention, and holistic wellness...

Sheena Bathory isn’t just an athlete—she’s a force of nature. Growing up in a tough neighborhood in Hungary, Sheena’s childhood was anything but ordinary. Wrestling with her parents and siblings in their home became her first training ground, forging the grit and resilience that would later make her the most recognizable figure in one of the world’s most controversial and dangerous sports. In this...

Faye Stenning makes a highly anticipated return to Big Idea Big Moves! You might recognize her from NBC’s coverage of Spartan Racing, as a fierce Defender on Million Dollar Mile, or from the TELUS documentary She Is Spartan. But beyond her reputation as an elite athlete, Faye has taken on new roles—as a coach, a mom, and now, the founder of Fit with Faye. In this episode, Faye shares how her scien...

Lauren Rudick is an internationally celebrated yoga instructor and the founder of Yoga Academy International. Over her 15+ years in the industry, Lauren has traveled across six continents and visited over 50 countries, sharing her dynamic and heartfelt teaching style with tens of thousands of students. Lauren has been featured in fitness and wellness publications like Women’s Health and Optimyz ....

Big Idea Big Moves is kicking off 2025 with an episode designed to inspire your whole-life transformation! In this inspiring episode Jamie Allison sits down with Margaux Alvarez—a 7-time CrossFit Games athlete, NBC Titan Games contestant, 2X American Ninja Warrior, entrepreneur, fitness coach, and winemaker—to explore her journey of resilience, passion, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. To...

Set Your Whole Life Goals for 2025 with Jamie Allison Ready to make 2025 your year of transformation? In this special episode of Big Idea Big Moves , host Jamie Allison—entrepreneur, consultant, author, and seasoned podcast host—shares a proven formula for whole-life success. Drawing from six seasons of conversations with world-class guests, including astronauts, CEOs, pro athletes, and entreprene...

Anne Marie Chaker is a former features writer for the Wall Street Journal, a professional bodybuilder, and now author of the upcoming new book Lift: How Women Can Reclaim Their Physical Power and Transform Their Lives . After overcoming significant personal challenges, Anne Marie found strength training, which not only transformed her physically but also reshaped her confidence and how she moves t...

In this episode of Big Idea Big Moves , Jamie sits down with Caren Carnegie, founder of Transform Fitness Coaching. As a Certified Personal Training Specialist and Spiritual Life Coach, Caren shares her transformative journey of overcoming personal struggles and embracing holistic wellness. Together, they discuss the importance of self-awareness, compassion, and resilience in personal growth. Care...

In this inspiring episode of Big Idea, Big Moves , Jamie chats with Kayti Simonson—a lawyer, former NCAA athlete, and professional hybrid competitor—about her impressive journey navigating both high-stakes sports and a demanding legal career. Kayti shares her experiences from semi-professional soccer to racing at the Hyrox World Championships, offering insights into her rigorous training, mental r...

In this powerhouse episode of Big Idea Big Moves , host Jamie Allison dives into the high-octane world of athletic training and wellness with two inspiring athletes and coaches, Jessica O’Connell and Faye Stenning, co-founders of GRIT Athletic Coaching. Jessica, a Canadian Olympian and Exercise Physiologist, and Faye, a pro Obstacle Course Racer and strength specialist, share their personal journe...

As Theresa Ivancik competes in the 2024 Olympia, we’re taking you back to one of our most inspiring and popular episodes! In this Classic Rewind, we revisit Theresa's incredible transformation from struggling with an eating disorder to becoming one of the top female bodybuilders in the world. In this inspiring episode, Jamie and Theresa dive into her: ✅ Journey from bulimia to finding strength in...

Andrea Simulus is a body transformation coach specializing in nutrition, low-impact exercise, and TRX workouts for long-term fitness. After surviving a traumatic helicopter crash that shattered her leg, Andrea's recovery journey is nothing short of inspiring. As a busy mom of four, she’s passionate about helping others fit fitness into their everyday lives. In this episode, Jamie and Andrea dive i...

In this episode, Jamie is joined by Cynthia Arscott, a leading kids' mindfulness expert and the CEO & Founder of Goldminds , a new app offering research-backed meditations, sleep stories, and mindfulness classes for children. Cynthia shares her journey from corporate sales and marketing at companies like Uber and Pepsi to launching Goldminds —a platform designed to help kids manage stress,...

In this episode, Jamie is joined by Dr. Mini Kaur Rattu, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in trauma and stress-related disorders, including PTSD and anxiety. Dr. Mini is also a certified yoga instructor, health educator, mindfulness teacher, fitness competitor, and a leader in health and wellness retreats. Together, they dive into Dr. Mini's personal journey to achieving balance...

We're excited to bring back one of our Big Idea Big Moves favorites from 2023! In this standout episode, Jamie sits down with the dynamic Jaclyn to explore her secrets to balancing motherhood, fitness, and entrepreneurship, all while navigating the recognition that comes with being in the public eye alongside her partner, Alex Rodriguez . 🎧✨ 🔑 Key Takeaways: Mindset Mastery: Learn how Jacly...

Shelby Bates has quickly made a name for herself in the pickleball world. She only started competing in early 2022 and within 6 months decided to go pro. She played tennis at Coastal Carolina University in South Carolina. She continues to teach both tennis and pickleball in Florida and plays for MLP Australia’s Western Vipers. In this episode Shelby and Jamie talk about her quick rise in the sport...

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Alayne Wadsworth, a professional dancer, model, and scoliosis advocate, whose journey from a challenging diagnosis to becoming a world champion dancer is nothing short of remarkable. Diagnosed with scoliosis in middle school, Alayne wore a brace for five years before undergoing life-saving spinal surgery. Her determination to not only walk again but to excel i...

Get ready to be inspired by Claire Bays, a wellness and mindset coach, former competitive CrossFit athlete, and advocate for sober living. Claire takes us through her incredible journey from a small-town upbringing in Oklahoma, grappling with alcohol issues and feeling overwhelmed by the gym environment, to her transformation into a notable figure in the fitness and wellness industry. Her story is...

Unlock the secrets to transforming your life with our special guest, Vicky Peraki—a mindset and movement coach who left her corporate advertising career to build a thriving fitness business on the tranquil island of Crete. Witness Vicky's inspiring journey from the bustling city life to the serene beaches of Greece. You’ll learn how her unwavering passion for movement and strength training bec...

Amber Balcaen, the trailblazing Canadian female driver who made history by winning a NASCAR-sanctioned race in the US, joins us for a compelling conversation on this episode. Amber recounts her inspiring journey from the dirt tracks of Manitoba to the high-speed world of NASCAR, highlighting the pivotal role of her family's racing legacy and the influential NASCAR diversity program. As she sha...