Best Sarah & Stef Podcasts (2023)

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Life After Diets

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125. But Why Aren't I Prioritising My Health? 45:02

3h ago45:02

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Aside from body image, health seems to be one of the biggest concerns about gaining weight. Because weight gain is common for many people recovering from eating disorders, health is a big sticking point making recovery harder and more complicated. In this episode, we're looking at the relationship between weight and health, to include: Stef explain…

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124. Permitters and Restrictors 39:17

2d ago39:17

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Geneen Roth coined the terms "permitters" and "restrictors" to differentiate between two types of (disordered) eaters -- the latter, who tend to restrict food and adhere to food rules and regulations; and the former, who reject food rules and regulations. The rule-followers vs the rebels, if you will. Which camp do you identify with? What can we le…

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123. But Should I Keep Fear Foods in My House? 46:12

7d ago46:12

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If we're no longer dieting, should we keep all of our trigger foods and/or "fear foods" in the house? Will we just end up eating them all and feeling MORE out of control? On the other hand, would it be restricting to not have them around? It's complicated! We're here to talk about the nuances of this question, including: Does not keeping foods in y…

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122. Body Image and Eating Disorder Recovery with Marcus Kain 45:12

23d ago45:12

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This week we talk to Marcus Kain, a nutrition coach and trainer specializing in binge eating recovery. Marcus, who also hosts the Strong Not Starving Podcast, shares with us his own journey into and through an eating disorder. Marcus discusses his journey with food and body image issues, tracing back to childhood and the influence of his environmen…

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121. But Am I Just Deceiving Myself? 36:31

23d ago36:31

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Do you ever feel like you're just kidding yourself about things? About how you're going to just get it together one day, or finally arrive in that smaller body you keep striving for? What is the difference between hope and self-deception? This episode talks about: Stef is just soooo self-aware Self deception might look like: “just one last time; I …

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120. Dopamine and Binge Eating: a Review of Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke 57:56

30d ago57:56

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Sarah and Stef review the book Dopamine Nation by Dr Anna Lembke, professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Dopamine is a fascinating neurotransmitter when it comes to binge eating for its role in the pain and pleasure connection in the brain. This episode c…

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119. But What's a "Normal" Portion Size? 46:05

1M ago46:05

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Are you a “should”-er or a rebel? Let’s talk about Kettle Chips, for example Milkshakes, beliefs, and ghrelin (the hunger hormone) What if our mind wants more than our body needs? Collecting data & experimenting with portion sizes How Stef worked with portions of peanut butter Satisfaction and bottomless pit syndrome Can you eat a whole box of mac …

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118. But I Don't Like Eating In Front of Other People 40:50

1M ago40:50

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How do you feel eating in front of other pepole? Do you tend to become self-conscious about your food choices, or find yourself overly influenced by what other people are eating? This episode looks at these questions and... Stef & Sarah’s food experiences in Dublin and how self-consciousness played (and didn’t play) a role Ways it can be helpful to…

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117. Fitness without Obsession with Elena Kunicki, RD 38:54

2M ago38:54

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This week, we're talking to Elena Kunicki RD who recovered from binge eating and an obsession with exercise that led to hypothalamic amenorrhea (when your period stops due to excessive exercise, stress, and disordered eating). In this episode, Elena shares her story of how she recovered, including how she was able to return to exercise without feel…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Amy Thompson 1:12:32

2M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

Still getting caught up with the final couple summer coffee chats! In this one Seth caught up with Amy Thompson at the Glenmore Landing Good Earth Coffeehouse. Amy is a experienced educator with a demonstrated history of working in the field of culture and museums. She shared many insights including how the education system is navigating climate ch…

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116. But How Do I Deal With Mental Hunger? 39:05

2M ago39:05

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This episode discusses several aspects of mental hunger including its relationship to physical hunger. It emphasizes how mental hunger can feel like an insatiable desire for food, often arising from emotional and psychological factors rather than physical need. We also touch upon the significance of nervous system regulation and the complexities of…

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115. But Am I Abandoning Myself? 39:57

2M ago39:57

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In this episode, we dive into the concept of self-abandonment and the journey towards self-compassion. We explore the role of shame and the profound loneliness that often accompanies self-abandonment. By learning to separate feelings from shame and embracing self-care, we can navigate life's challenges without losing ourselves. Topics include: Expl…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Ernie Tsu 19:20

3M ago19:20

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth had an impromptu chat with Ernie Tsu - Owner of Trolley 5 Brew Pub on 17th Ave in Calgary. Ernie shared some thoughts on the importance of live music in Calgary, why he jumped at the chance to support Empowering Artists, and how he thinks the industry can make some improvements. Empowering Artists Presen…

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114. But Do I Need To Do Inner Child Work? 46:05

3M ago46:05

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Embracing your inner child is a concept that you might see coming up when you work on ditching diet culture and embracing a nondiet or intuitive eating approach to disordered eating recovery. What is this all about? Do we need to do this in order to heal? This conversation explores: What is the inner child? Being “too much” What is the point of inn…

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113. But I Only Want to Eat "Junk Food" 44:10

3M ago44:10

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Do you want to eat intuitively but find yourself only wanting "junk food"? This is a common thing to hear from people trying healing their relationship with food. A caveat to this conversation -- depending on where you are in this process, the approach to this conflict will be different. For example, wanting fun foods (and ONLY fun foods) at the be…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Kali 19:33

3M ago19:33

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth chatted with Kali at Utopia -Brewtopia Coffeehouse in Regina Saskatchewan. Seth & Kali had a broad ranging chat that included diving into manifestation, creativity, and discovering your voice. Kali is a spirit-led entrepreneur, soul-biz enthusiast, coffee connoisseur, lover of all things, slow mornings a…

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BONUS EPISODE Unintentional Weight Loss, Food "Purity" and "Wellness" Practices in Yoga (with Sarah and Becca) 54:13

3M ago54:13

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Please read time stamps carefully and skip any segments, which might be triggering or unhelpful for you in your recovery. This video is an honest account of two mental health practitioners who are in recovery from food and body image issues sharing the challenges they faced in this area during yoga teacher training in Rishikesh India. 2:35 – 13:23 …

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Melissa From 1:04:29

3M ago1:04:29

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In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth caught up with Melissa From - CEO of The Calgary Foodbank for a coffee at Bono Coffee in Calgary. Soaring to New Health We're talking Medicare Stars– what it is, why it’s important, challenges & strategies. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show The Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Profession…

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112. Food & Body Image at Yoga Teacher Training (Sarah's story) 49:10

3M ago49:10

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This episode was recorded after Sarah’s return home from yoga teacher training in India. Sarah explores some of the human ups and downs (including body image and food difficulties) she experienced while away during training. Transitioning to the retreat and the impact of culture shock Indian eye flu, anyone? Toxic positivity “Everyone else can do i…

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111. The Anti-Diet Identity 39:28

3M ago39:28

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If you're not in diet culture, you're probably in anti-diet culture. Diet culture is the water we swim in. If you're learning about the ways in which dieting and thinness-as-idol has harmed you, chances are you've also been embracing new ways of thinking espoused by the "anti-diet mindset." Weight and body neutrality, fatphobia, health at every siz…

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110. But I Can't Eat Without A Screen 39:51

4M ago39:51

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In a world of technology, how many of us find it easy to sit down to eat without the distraction of a screen? Is there a difference between eating in front of a TV versus eating in front of a laptop or cell phone? And more importantly, how is this impacting us? How do we work on Intuitive Eating if we feel like we need this type of distraction, or …

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109. But I Hate Meal Prepping & Planning 36:29

4M ago36:29

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Eating is more than just eating. It's also all of the things surrounding eating -- like thinking of what to buy; actually going out and buying it; bringing it home, unpacking it, cooking it. What do we do if it's all too much? This episode also looks at: Stef’s attitude to food changing through having a family Black and white thinking/perfectionism…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Andy Chengalath 18:44

4M ago18:44

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In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth sat down with Andy Chengalath the Vice-President of Link Management at Be Teased in Scotch Creek prior to a Steadies concert. Andy shared some thoughts on what it was like growing up as an Edmonton Oilers fan, how they're developing their agency to support not just players but the whole person and what h…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Sarah Dunnet 1:13:45

4M ago1:13:45

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In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth connected with Sarah Dunnet at Fringe Coffee in Montgomery. This was Sarah's first podcast, she was inspired to reach out after hearing about the dojo through her network. Seth & Sarah explored a variety of topics including Sarah's career journey, how she's overcome multiple challenges in her life to get…

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108. But IT'S NOT FAIR that recovery is so hard. 35:05

4M ago35:05

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When we stop trying to control food and body size, it can feel unfair. It's not fair that some people are smaller and others aren't. It's not fair that some people can "eat normally" and others can't. In this episode, Stef & Sarah talk extensively about their feelings of resistance around various topics related to their bodies, plus... My body isn’…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Chris Valleau 19:16

4M ago19:16

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Chris Valleau - guitarist for The Steadies right before their show at Be Teased in Scotch Creek, BC. In between battling a variety of bugs and ash falling from the sky due to a nearby forest fire, Chris shared some insights into what it's really like to be in a band touring across Canada, a…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Kenton Dobrowolski 1:09:25

4M ago1:09:25

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with Kenton for coffee at the Glenmore Landing Good Earth Coffee House in Calgary. Kenton is the founder of Peach Jam Records, Internationally charted producer and supporter of the YYC music scene and artists of all genres. The guys jammed on a variety of topics including some of the challenges of…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Tyler Chisholm 1:10:30

4M ago1:10:30

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth caught up with fellow Calgary podcaster & co-founder of Clearmotive Tyler Chisholm for a chat on the sidewalk out in front of Phil & Sebastien Coffee Roasters in Marda Loop. Seth & Tyler had a wide ranging chat that covered everything from how Tyler ended up in Calgary, the value of marketing for busines…

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107. But Should I Journal? 50:12

4M ago50:12

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Are you a journal-er? Do you want to be a journal-er? In this episode, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of journaling from the perspectives of Sarah (a journaler) and Stef (an ex-journaler). As you might expect, this is not a black and white issue; what feels helpful for some might not be as helpful for others. We'll look at: Stef’s journaling…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Stef Smith 42:48

4M ago42:48

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth connected with Stef Smith of the Calgary Surge at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Stef shared what it's been like playing professional basketball in Calgary, how he's enjoyed the city, some insights about why he thinks the team has been able to come together this season and much more! With the CEBL playoffs com…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Joanne Dafoe 1:18:36

4M ago1:18:36

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Chop Value YYC President & Founder Joanne Dafoe at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Joanne was connected to Seth by her daughter, previous guest Grace Dafoe. Joanne shared her journey of going from landscape design to turning used chop sticks into new products, how her kids have inspired her along …

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106. But How Do I Deal With Jealousy 40:28

4M ago40:28

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Have you ever felt jealous of someone else's body? (Or anything else, really?) Comparison is normal, but if jealousy's got you down, this episode will teach you how to banish it, forever, from your life. Just kidding. But we WILL discuss: The difference between envy and jealousy What does jealousy feel like in the body? A technique for jealousy Sar…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Richard Campbell 51:21

4M ago51:21

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Richard Campbell - founder of 10 Adventures at Platform Calgary. Richard is entrepreneur who created a business around one of the things he's most passionate about, travelling. He started with a simple question... what would I want? and has built the business from there. Soaring to New Heal…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Mazden Leslie, Jagger Firkus & Scott Ratzlaff 10:24

4M ago10:24

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth stopped by the Peace Memorial Multiplex in Wainwright to catch up with friend of the show Adam Huxley - founder of Huxley Hockey Conditioning (HHC). As it turned out, there was a 3 on 3 development camp happening so Seth was able to set up in the penalty box and chat with some NHL prospects including 202…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with JD Lewis 1:17:09

5M ago1:17:09

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with CJAY 92 morning host JD Lewis for a coffee at Gravity Cafe in Calgary. The boys did a deep dive on what it means to be an adult Blink 182 fan, JD shared his thoughts on seeing Victor Wembanyama play in NBA summer league, and reflected on the late 90's NHL era. The guys finished the chat excha…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Steph Davis 29:01

5M ago29:01

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth met up with 360 Brain Body founder Steph Davis at her studio in Marda Loop! Steph shared her inspiration for starting her business, how she overcame difficult injuries from her figure skating career and broke down what getting "centered" really means. Soaring to New Health We're talking Medicare Stars– w…

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105. Weight & Invisibility 38:05

4M ago38:05

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The intersection of weight and visibility is discussed at length in this episode. Weight can make us feel more visible or less visible because it is something our culture pays attention to. When we lose weight, we are "seen"; when we gain weight, we may become invisible. We discuss this topic from psychodynamic and somatic perspectives; how might o…

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104. But I've Heard That Fasting Is Helpful... 43:29

5M ago43:29

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Fasting is a trend that claims to have health benefits and influence on weight loss. What do we make of the hype? And how does it factor into people who have a history of eating disorders/disordered eating? Fasting in religion Fasting for wellness reasons How restricting – even if it was one time many years ago – gets coded as trauma in the body an…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Sean Mills 1:09:29

5M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

In this episode of Summer Coffee Chat's, Seth & Sean catch up over coffee... on a boat! Sean took Seth for a nice little Sunday morning tour of Clear Lake (near Wainwright, Alberta) and they chatted about a variety of topics including the importance of making time to rest, some of the highlights from season 6 of The Biz Dojo and so much more. Grab …

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Stacey Robins 1:26:18

5M ago1:26:18

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with Stacey Robins at the Regal Cat Café in Kensington. Stacey is the founder of Crafternoon, Manager of Guest Relations & Community for the Calgary Surge & a creative spirit with such an inspiring story. Stacey shared some of the major obstacles she's managed to overcome in recent years includi…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Will Rooney 1:14:48

5M ago1:14:48

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth connected with Calgary Surge lead assistant coach - Will Rooney at Cafe Gravity. Will spent 5 years with the University of Calgary Dinos as a operations and video coordinator before heading out east and becoming a coach in the CEBL with the Hamilton Honey Badgers. Will shared some of the keys to his succ…

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103. A Conversation with Evelyn Tribole, Co-Founder of Intuitive Eating 40:45

5M ago40:45

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This is the third week in our mini-series on Intuitive Eating, and this week we have Evelyn Tribole (co-founder of Intuitive Eating) on the podcast to talk about her personal stories and perspectives. We discuss: Most people don’t believe IE will work for them Personal influences on Evelyn’s own journey of IE How do we stay positive when there is s…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Grace Dafoe 1:44:04

5M ago1:44:04

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In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth sat down with 2026 Olympic hopeful Grace Dafoe at Cafe Gravity in Calgary. Grace dove into how she went from a self-proclaimed "mediocre figure skater" to the 5th ranked female skeleton racer in Canada. As well, Grace shared how her family has supported and inspired her along the way, gave some insight i…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat With Rod Pedersen 39:09

5M ago39:09

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In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth caught up with Rod Pedersen at The Cinnamon Spoon in Bragg Creek. They dove into Rod's journey in the media biz, recovery from alcoholism and how important gratitude is as well as how a simple daily practice can re-wire your internal thought patterns. You can catch Rod on his show The Rod Pedersen Show e…

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The Biz Dojo

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Summer Coffee Chat with Elijah Lufile 41:20

5M ago41:20

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Summer Coffee Chat Podcast With Seth kicks off with a chat at Cafe Gravity in Eau Claire (Downtown Calgary). Elijah Lufile joins Seth and dives into what he's learned about himself in his first year of professional basketball, how he's adjusted to living in Calgary and what the keys to his successful morning routine are. #yyc #yycpodcast #calgary #…

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102. Intuitive Eating with Co-Founder Elyse Resch 55:15

5M ago55:15

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This week we are talking to one of the co-founders of Intuitive Eating, Elyse Resch! Alongside Evelyn Tribole, Elyse developed and wrote the book Intuitive Eating, which has gained popularity for people who have been burned by diets and want to get back in touch with their body's intuition around food. However, this process is more complicated than…

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The Biz Dojo

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Bonus: Founders Coffee Pop-up Pod Feat. #YYC Entrepreneurs 1:30:09

6M ago1:30:09

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Bonus Episode! The Biz Dojo & Founders Coffee collided this week for a special bonus episode featuring several #YYC entrepreneurs sharing stories live from Reds Diner in Kensington at the weekly Founders Coffee. What makes Founders Coffee such a special place? What motivates and keeps these entrepreneurs going? and most importantly, what is their f…

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101. Intuitive Eating Changed My Life! With Sinead Crowe 39:33

5M ago39:33

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This week Sarah & Stef are joined by Sinead of Intuitive Eating Ireland! Sinead is the other half of The Intuitive Eating Hub and a co-host of our live event in Dublin this September. Sinead, the oldest of three sisters, left diet culture and started her own social media account back in 2020 and has become a popular force in Ireland for helping peo…

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100. Our 100th Episode! What We've Learned... 35:47

6M ago35:47

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It's our 100th episode! We sat down at a recording studio in NYC to celebrate 100 episodes and counting. This episode recaps the lessons we've learned doing this podcast, especially from one another, and how that has shaped our professional and personal perspectives over the past couple of years. The value of a regulated voice "Regul-eating" Contro…

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The Biz Dojo

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Live from The Biz DoJam: Community, Sport, and Social Impact (S6E21) 51:14

6M ago51:14

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Welcome to a special LIVE edition of The Biz Dojo, recorded at the exciting "The Biz Dojam" event held at Tailgunner Brewing in Calgary! This episode is jam-packed with thought-provoking conversations on community, sports, seeking help from others, and the immense influence of social media. We had the honor of hosting a panel of distinguished guest…

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