The Power of Intention, Episode #40
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Join Kelly and Maria for a discussion on manifesting good things through the power of intentions, for yourself and for others. Kelly approaches intention from scientific perspective and Maria looks at it from a religious perspective, including prayer.
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Lenny Krayzelburg, Gold Medal Businessman, Episode #39
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Lenny Krayzelburg is a four-time Olympic gold medalist, a Swim School franchise developer and General Manager of the L.A. Current, an International Swim League, ISL, founding team. In this exclusive and revealing interview, he talks about his use of gratitude to get through tough times and the importance of having a plan for career and all aspects of life. You'll find value in this episode whether you are a pro swimmer or a budding entrepreneur.
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Kelly and Maria Discuss Holiday Survival Skills, Episode #38
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Join Kelly and Maria for a discussion on lowering stress and finding more joy this holiday season. They’ll talk about some time tested strategies to avoid the holiday pitfalls of overindulging -- in food, gifts, entertaining and more.
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Lewis Pugh: North Pole Endurance Swimmer with a Driving Purpose, Part II, Episode #37
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Most people would never consider a dive into the black, icy waters of the Antarctic, but Lewis Pugh is driven by a purpose that is bigger than himself and his own comfort. The endurance swimmer is on a mission to bring awareness to and save the oceans of the world. In Part II of his exclusive interview with Kelly Palace and Maria Parker, Pugh shares some of his successes so far and overcoming low points on the journey.
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Lewis Pugh: North Pole Endurance Swimmer with a Driving Purpose, Part I, Episode #36
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How does Lewis Pugh dive in at such places as the North Pole and complete endurance swims in below-freezing water temperatures? He says he is motivated by his "driving purpose,” which is saving our oceans. His interview with Kelly Palace and Maria Parker is guaranteed to inspire you to get out of your comfort zone and find your own purpose. Tune in to part one of this two-part exclusive interview with Lewis Pugh.
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Jack Bauerle: Nice Guys Finish First, Episode #35
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Learn from legendary swim coach Jack Bauerle how relationships can be key to success. Bauerle has been the head men’s and women’s swim coach at the University of Georgia for 40+ years and is known for being a "nice guy." In this interview, Bauerle talks about how friendships in his life have led to his success and shares some surprising passions and the importance of family.
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Leigh Ann Caldwell: Stress Reframed, Episode #34
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What is the best way to deal with day to day stress? In this episode, NBC Political Reporter Leigh Ann Caldwell talks about dealing with stress and gives other valuable tools for success. Leigh Ann deals with adrenaline filled days often. As an NBC Capitol Correspondent who has millions of people watching, tight deadlines and is the mother of two young children, she knows a thing or two about stress.
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Margo Geer: Comeback Champion, Episode #33
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World Champion swimmer and U.S. National Team member, Margo Geer, joins the podcast and talks about lessons learned on the comeback trail. Geer speaks about her decision to spend a year out of the pool and how it helped her reconnect with her love of swimming. Geer also shares tips for using positive self-talk to reach goals.
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Defeating Procrastination with Kelly and Maria, Episode #32
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Procrastination is a challenge we’ve all faced at one point or another. Who hasn’t struggled with delaying, avoiding, and procrastinating on issues that are important? Why do we procrastinate? How can we stop procrastinating? How can we kick this bad habit for good? Kelly Palace and Maria Parker answer these questions, and dig into the science of procrastination, to give listeners tools to help defeat procrastination.
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Ella Eastin: Practicing Patience, Episode #31
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They say patience is a virtue and life likes to test it. This episode highlights the extreme patience practiced by Ella Eastin, one of the USA’s toughest swim stars and member of the National Team. Ella Eastin discusses a couple of major setbacks that delayed her Olympic swimming dreams and how she is patiently waiting to make her mark on the international long course scene with hosts Kelly Palace and Maria Parker.
info_outlineLenny Krayzelburg is a four-time Olympic gold medalist, a Swim School franchise developer and General Manager of the L.A. Current, an International Swim League, ISL, founding team. In this exclusive and revealing interview, he talks about his use of gratitude to get through tough times and the importance of having a plan for career and all aspects of life. You'll find value in this episode whether you are a pro swimmer or a budding entrepreneur.
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More About Lenny Krayzelburg
Lenny Krayzelburg is the General Manager of the L.A. Current professional swim team which is a member of the newly formed International Swim League. The L.A. Current team roster of pro swimmers reads like a “who’s who” of American swim champions, including Nathan Adrian, Ryan Murphy, Kathleen Baker and Ryan Held.
At the Olympic level, Krayzelburg earned four Olympic gold medals: one each in the 100 and 200 meter backstroke, and two as part of the USA 4×100 meter medley relay in back-to-back Olympic Games. He has also been named a world champion, an 11-time national champion and Pan Pacific champion. USA Swimming honored Krayzelburg as "Swimmer of the Year" in 1999 and 2000.
Because besides being the General Manager of the L.A. Current, over a decade ago Krayzelburg also created a very successful business of Swim Schools, now called SwimRight Academy, which offers Franchise Opportunities that help kids learn to swim. He is passionate about water safety and swimming ability for every child.
Episode Topics and Mentions
L.A. Current professional swim team
International Swim League, ISL
Ella Eastin
Margo Geer
Nathan Adrian
Ryan Murphy
Kathleen Baker
Ryan Held
Dallas
Budapest
Las Vegas
Ukraine
Russian language
SwimSwam
Cali Condors
D.C. Trident
Swim school franchise
Matt Grevers
Golf
Takeaways from Kelly and Maria:
- Everyone performs better and succeeds when they are having fun - Fun relieves pressure.
- Planning leads to success in sports, business and life. It gives you a mental edge.
- Routine supports planning and leads to greater success.
- Gratitude is possible, even during hardships.Gratitude takes challenges and turns them into opportunities.
- Envisioning the future is powerful and magical.
Quote of the Week
"When I transitioned into the business world, I tried to have a plan, a roadmap of what I want to accomplish and how I wanted to accomplish that..that's really the mindset I've always taken as an athlete and applied it in my business career." -- Lenny Krayzelburg
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