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Podcast Picks
Eric Belliveau • January 26, 2018

Over the last few years podcasts have become a very popular “on-demand” listening experience. With social media driving how we get information, podcasts have become an acceptable means of education. Rather than crack a book, do an online webinar, or travel to a conference, podcasts can deliver a wide range of valuable information. According to a study done by Edison Research 112 million Americans have listened to a podcast. Breaking it down even further 42 million Americans listen to podcasts weekly. Count me in as one of the 42 million as I’ve fed myself a steady diet of podcasts regularly for the last 2 years.

I listen to anything ranging from educational to entertaining all in an attempt to make my down time more productive. And, by down time what I really mean is driving, folding laundry, or walking the dog. One could argue that I should take the earbuds out and enjoy the quiet time but if I can learn AND spend time with my pup, it’s a win-win.

If you haven’t clicked on your Podcast App do it now. Just go to “browse” and scroll through the many options available to you. Start with the Bingeable Listens or Featured Collections. Once you find something that catches your eye click on it, read the description, and give it a try. You can subscribe to a podcast and receive the newest episode downloaded to your phone as soon as it is released or download a single episode. Some of my favorite listens are on the binge list; Crimetown , Missing Richard Simmons, Serial. Be careful you might just find yourself sitting in your car, in the driveway, waiting for an episode to finish because it was just that good.

In an attempt to learn as much as I can on all of these topics I’ve discovered some incredibly knowledgeable, thought provoking, and inspiring podcasts.

The entertainment value can’t be denied (pssst they’re free!). However, the education I’ve received is invaluable. Scoff if you want but everyone learns in different ways. I read several articles that encouraged the use of podcasting to help maintain student attention and level of interaction in class. Podcasts allow the listener to form a mental picture creating a more active and stimulating learning environment.

While I may be choosing to use my downtime to learn more about the world of endurance training, personal training, business and self-promotion there are endless opportunities for anyone to find what they’re looking for. In an attempt to learn as much as I can on all of these topics I’ve discovered some incredibly knowledgeable, thought provoking, and inspiring podcasts. There are episodes that have taken me so far beyond what I thought I knew leaving me with my head spinning. There are others that have confirmed the direction I’m taking my athletes, clients, and the decisions I’ve made with 18 Maple Endurance Training.

The entertainment value can’t be denied (pssst they’re free!). However, the education I’ve received is invaluable. Scoff if you want but everyone learns in different ways. I read several articles that encouraged the use of podcasting to help maintain student attention and level of interaction in class. Podcasts allow the listener to form a mental picture creating a more active and stimulating learning environment.

Whether you’re searching for the next great podcast or still trying to figure it out I can confidently say that I’ve found a resource and a tool that has allowed me to be a more knowledgeable coach and trainer. And my laundry folding has increased as well. It is my hope that if you aren’t among the 112 million Americans that listen to podcasts that you give it a whirl and see where it takes you.

Below is a list of my go to Podcasts with a few of episodes:

December 31, 2017 Episode: Clif Bar - Gary Erickson

January 11, 2017 Episode: Dr. Michael Breus: Discover Your Chronotype To Optimize Workout Timing, Improve Sleep, Unlock Potential, and More

September 20, 2017 TriNews: SuperMoms of Triathlon, Kona Pro Field Preview, 70.3 Worlds, and More

Like him or not this is a great podcast with a wide variety of guests ranging from athletes to musicians to politicians. Trust me you’ll enjoy it.

Careful, this one leaves my head spinning.

December 22, 2016 Episode: Part 1 Mobility, Durability, and Breathing with Sarah Jamieson

September 20, 2017 Episode: Interview with Mike Reilly, Voice of the IRONMAN

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The Meat Hangover

By Eric Belliveau • October 7, 2020
When it comes to taking meat out of your diet, some people have the idea that they will only see positive changes immediately following this choice. While those positive changes are definitely part of the deal, so is an adjustment period for your body.

We're Trying

By Eric Belliveau • September 23, 2020
We were all thrown on this crazy ride together. Emotions were running high but so were patience, empathy, inclusion, and respect. Most of us could rally behind the #WeAreInThisTogether manta. We wanted to do right by each other - donate to charities, lend a hand, check-in on one another. Do our part. As the days turn to weeks and the weeks into months these dispositions decayed rapidly. I know that this Quarantine order has been going on for a long time. I know that a great number of us do not agree on the why. I know an even greater number of us are “over it”. I am painfully aware of the difference of opinions surrounding the pandemic. It is impossible to NOT be aware of this. This leads us all to frustration, anger, resentment, and the feeling that you are not being heard. Very real and very human emotions! It is okay to feel this way. I am not only writing this from the perspective of a fellow struggling human. I do find myself struggling with everything I mentioned above. Not just daily but multiple times a day. My ability to focus has been challenged by my worry. My ability to create time for myself and focus on self-care has been derailed for fear of other things becoming more pressing. I work on this every day. I am not only writing this from the perspective of one of the business owners who were never given a playbook for this. For weeks on end I thought WTF happened to the business and how would our model need to change and remain viable, how each business owner had to either weather a period in which we were completely shut down or allowed to operate under capacity restrictions, etc. The unknown of what the timeline would bring and whether we would be able to continue our dreams or make an extremely difficult decision of not continuing. This still haunts every one of us daily. I AM very much writing this as a service provider! I am writing this as an impassioned human who genuinely loves what I do for a living. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to have built a career surrounding something I get excited about every day. I am making a stand for all of us that make their living in the service industry. To the receptionist, hostess, waiter, cook, dry cleaner, teacher, technician, barista, utility worker, automobile service technician… It is truly impossible to be inclusive of everyone here.  No one human mentioned above asked for this ‘situation’ we are in. We are sure as hell trying to provide a level of normalcy, service, care, and happiness to the lives in which we choose to serve. With added restrictions, added expense decreased capacity and the fear of being fined or shut down for doing it incorrectly, everyday.

The Meat Hangover

By Eric Belliveau • October 7, 2020
When it comes to taking meat out of your diet, some people have the idea that they will only see positive changes immediately following this choice. While those positive changes are definitely part of the deal, so is an adjustment period for your body.

We're Trying

By Eric Belliveau • September 23, 2020
We were all thrown on this crazy ride together. Emotions were running high but so were patience, empathy, inclusion, and respect. Most of us could rally behind the #WeAreInThisTogether manta. We wanted to do right by each other - donate to charities, lend a hand, check-in on one another. Do our part. As the days turn to weeks and the weeks into months these dispositions decayed rapidly. I know that this Quarantine order has been going on for a long time. I know that a great number of us do not agree on the why. I know an even greater number of us are “over it”. I am painfully aware of the difference of opinions surrounding the pandemic. It is impossible to NOT be aware of this. This leads us all to frustration, anger, resentment, and the feeling that you are not being heard. Very real and very human emotions! It is okay to feel this way. I am not only writing this from the perspective of a fellow struggling human. I do find myself struggling with everything I mentioned above. Not just daily but multiple times a day. My ability to focus has been challenged by my worry. My ability to create time for myself and focus on self-care has been derailed for fear of other things becoming more pressing. I work on this every day. I am not only writing this from the perspective of one of the business owners who were never given a playbook for this. For weeks on end I thought WTF happened to the business and how would our model need to change and remain viable, how each business owner had to either weather a period in which we were completely shut down or allowed to operate under capacity restrictions, etc. The unknown of what the timeline would bring and whether we would be able to continue our dreams or make an extremely difficult decision of not continuing. This still haunts every one of us daily. I AM very much writing this as a service provider! I am writing this as an impassioned human who genuinely loves what I do for a living. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to have built a career surrounding something I get excited about every day. I am making a stand for all of us that make their living in the service industry. To the receptionist, hostess, waiter, cook, dry cleaner, teacher, technician, barista, utility worker, automobile service technician… It is truly impossible to be inclusive of everyone here.  No one human mentioned above asked for this ‘situation’ we are in. We are sure as hell trying to provide a level of normalcy, service, care, and happiness to the lives in which we choose to serve. With added restrictions, added expense decreased capacity and the fear of being fined or shut down for doing it incorrectly, everyday.
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