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"At The End, It's Not About What You Have Or Even What You've Accomplished. It's About Who You've Lifted Up, Who You've Made Better. It's About What You've Given Back." — Denzel Washington   I am extra excited about this conversation as a lifelong Colorado athlete! Today we welcome hometown hero, Jake Plummer, to the T&T mic. Jake is a football great, as second-round pick in 1997 he then spent 10...

"It's the possibility that keeps me going, not the guarantee." ―  Nicholas Sparks   That's right- 48.6 miles in four days- also known as The Dopey Challenge, by Run Disney! I am excited to share how and why I took this challenge on as I am not a competitive runner, nor had I run more than a few miles at a time in years! I break down my experience with the race itself, all of the logistics, and my...

"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." -Maya Angelou   I am so excited for this conversation because we get to highlight a fellow Colorado born creative! Lil Fresh Sam is a born and raised Denver, Coloradan and has followed her creative fashion designing heart all over the world, working with some o...

"Success doesn't come to you; you go to it." ― T. Scott McLeod Yes, this is our annual podcast reviewing 2023 and getting intentional for what we want in the new year, 2024! Ashley joins me once again to discuss some major events of 2023 worldwide and personally and we both run through our T&T 2023 Review, 2024 Preview: Intentions/ Goals Worksheet . It has been so cool to look back at these over t...

"This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful: in a word, more alive." -Alice Waters Hi Guys, I am excited about this one! We have local cocktail fam in the house and these are not your average college creations- these are top notch beverages to impress your friends, family, and your own taste buds… made easy! The holidays are here...

"There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living." — Nelson Mandela Colorado entrepreneurs unite! I am excited about this conversation and to welcome Keisha Mathes, Founder and Owner of Herbal Honey to the T&T mic! Keisha is a fellow Colorado based entrepreneur that turned her passion, health/wellness and helping people, in...

"It's easy to play pretty well if you play hard. Things start working in your favor." -Terry Rozier That's right, we are at episode 200 and I am THRILLED about this milestone. I have to start this with sincere gratitude for everyone that has facilitated in this podcasting journey of mine- I would not be here without you! From the listeners, audio and editing team, production, studio team, EVERYONE...

"Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone's potential." ― Debra Ruh While diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are gaining momentum across the nation, it seems individuals with accessibility issues have often been left out of the conversation. Enter Roll Mobility, an innovative app that aims to bridge the information gap for people with disabilities by providing accurate and up-to-date...

"To sustain longevity, you have to evolve." -Aries Spears I am excited to welcome my longtime friend, mentor, and personal practitioner, Dr. Sean Burkhardt, to the T&T mic! As a former D1 athlete and mutil-appearance CrossFit Games athlete (mostly past the age of 30), I made it a point to find the best in the biz to help optimize my own sports performance to stay competitive as long as possible. I...

"All good men and women must take  responsibility  to create legacies that will take the next generation to a level we could only imagine." —  Jim Rohn I am so excited to welcome the Women's Lacrosse coaching staff of my alma matter, THE George Mason University! Today is a special convo since it has been 20 years since I competed for the university and it's such a blessing to reconnect with the co...

"The cosmic spotlight isn't pointed at you; it radiates from within you." -Marianne Williamson Let's face it, with social media and technology we are ALL under the spotlight in some capacity. Some more than others, but the mental health and awareness strategies navigating any spotlight can be used by us all. I am excited to welcome Caitlin Spears to the T&T mic to share her journey from a small-to...

"Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness - great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy." -Jim Rohn   I am more than excited to have this conversation- it has been over 20 years in the making! Today I welcome best-selling author, coach, wealth advisor and most importantly George Mason University Alumni, Hoss Tabrizi, to the T&T mic! Hos...

"I raise up my voice -- not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard."    --Malala Yousafzai   Welcome back to T&T, where we are oh-so passionate about fellow podcasting family especially the ones Amplifying Unheard Voices like Bethany Hawkins is! On today's episode, we have a remarkable guest who has dedicated her life to ensuring that historically underrepresented voices ar...

"A good half of the art of living is resilience." ― Alain de Botton   Step into the world of artisanal spirits with 'Red Rocks Vodka: The Story, The Strength, and The Spirit.' Join me and Founder, Ashley Blankenship, on a flavorful journey as we explore the Red Rocks Vodka journey, it's meticulous craftsmanship, and the captivating spirit of the human, Ashley, behind the brand . Red Rocks Vodka is...

"Through suffering comes wisdom. Through surrender comes faith. Through resilience, comes hope. Keep going."   – Rita Said I am so excited about this conversation as I am welcoming longtime fitness family to the T&T mic, Gabriel (Gabs) Sandoval! Gabriel entered into the CrossFit world about the same time as I did, so we have seen the entire sport and culture grown and evolve from the ground up. Mu...

"There is beauty and power in unity. We must be united in heart and mind. One world, one people." – Lailah Gifty Akita We are excited to continue to highlight and focus on the local mission driven humans in Colorado making moves while making impact! Today we have the awesome and determined Founders of Denver Pub Crawl, Ty Sondag and Logan Lakos. Denver Pub Crawl is not your average crazy bar crawl...

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." -Winston Churchill   Join us in this episode of Empower & Elevate: The Entrepreneur's Path to Team and Community Triumph, as we sit down with Andrew Dana, the visionary force behind Call Your Mother Bagel Deli and Timber Pizza Co. Discover Andrew's journey from food enthusiast to entrepreneurial success story, and how he weaved...

"We all have a responsibility to try and make this world better, whether it's through our work, the causes we champion, the way that we treat people, or the values we impart to the next generation." -Daniel Lubetzky   "Unraveling Beliefs and Values: A Journey to Self-Discovery," the thought-provoking podcast that takes you on a captivating exploration of the intricate world of beliefs and values....

"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 incl...

   "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 G...

"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 persona...

"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...

"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...

"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...

" 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...