The New Peak

Robin O'Grady is an international speaker, corporate culture specialist, athletic trainer, aerial arts performer, and member of the CAPS National Board — and she reads bodies for a living. In this episode, Robin shares what she actually sees in high performers under pressure: the physical signals that appear long before performance drops, the biomechanical reality of dopamine spikes and rising cor...

f you’re a high achiever or leader who looks successful on the outside but feels exhausted on the inside, this episode is for you. In this solo episode of The New Peak Podcast, Nicola McCrabbe shares her personal journey with perfectionism, burnout, and the pressure to constantly prove herself. From growing up on a farm in Ireland to becoming a professor and eventually experiencing burnout twice,...

Six-time Olympic medalist Cindy Klassen joins Nicola McCrabbe to discuss the realities of performing under pressure, overcoming setbacks, and sustaining success over time. From getting cut from hockey teams to recovering from a career-threatening injury, Cindy shares the mindset shifts that helped her stay resilient and grounded. This conversation explores leadership, joy, perspective, and what it...

What actually supports employees under pressure? In this episode, Naomi shares insights from her research into employee well-being, revealing that emotional intelligence and communication—not perks—are what truly matter. We explore how leaders can build trust, support their teams, and sustain performance without burnout. A must-listen for leaders navigating high-pressure environments.

Leaders today face constant pressure to perform while navigating rapid change. But how do you sustain high performance without burning out yourself or your team? In this episode of the New Peak Podcast, Nicola speaks with VP of Engineering, Jason Sanchez about leading through acquisitions, spotting early signs of burnout in high performers, and creating environments where individuals can thrive. T...

What happens when you take on everything — and never say no? In this episode of The New Peak Podcast, I’m joined by Natasha Rogers, who shares how carrying too much responsibility gradually led her into burnout. It wasn’t one dramatic collapse. It was subtle. A growing impatience. Feeling stretched thin. Ignoring the quiet warning signs. Until the “dirty laundry” became the breaking point. That ov...

Hi everyone — welcome to the first episode of The New Peak Podcast! I’m Nicola McCrabbe, and my mission is to help leaders, high-performers, and anyone who wants to sustain pressure under pressure without burning out. In this episode, I’m joined by Bianca Ribi, a bobsleigh athlete preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy. Recorded just before she hit the track, Bianca shares her in...