Ep 356 - Find Your Mount Kilimanjaro with Simone Knego
Release Date: 12/15/2021
Cobra Kai’s Jesse Kove Reveals His Intense New Role in President Down
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this exciting episode, actor and filmmaker Jesse Kove—best known for Cobra Kai, On Wings of Eagles, and D-Day: Battle of Omaha—joins us to discuss his latest project, the Tubi Original thriller President Down. Directed by Nick Lyon, the film follows a chilling race against time after terrorists hack the U.S. President’s pacemaker and demand a $100M ransom before midnight. Jesse takes us inside the film’s heart-pounding intensity, his preparation for the role, and what it was like working under Lyon’s fast-paced direction. Beyond his work in President Down, Jesse reflects on his...
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Ep 833: David Chokachi Opens Up About His Passion for Animal Rescue
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this compelling episode, actor David Chokachi discusses his role in President Down, a high-stakes political thriller now streaming on Tubi. Directed by Nick Lyon, the film presents a tense scenario where terrorists hack into the U.S. President's pacemaker, leading to a race against time to prevent a national crisis. Chokachi shares insights into the film's intense production, working alongside a talented cast, and the challenges of portraying such a high-pressure role. Beyond his acting career, Chokachi is a passionate advocate for animal rescue. He opens up about his journey in animal...
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Ep 832: From Maroon 5 to Mental Health: Ryan Dusick’s Untold Story of Recovery & Hope
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
“From the drum stool of Maroon 5 to the therapy room, Ryan Dusick’s journey is proof that transformation is possible. After founding Maroon 5, watching his career grind to a halt, and battling anxiety, addiction, and loss, Ryan reinvented himself. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, his book Harder to Breathe, and his Get Curious method, he now helps high performers stop riding shotgun in their lives—and start driving with purpose. This episode dives into resilience, recovery, and how curiosity (not avoidance) can change everything.” 🔗 Guest Links Here are all the important...
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Ep 831: How To Create A Better Body and Embrace Your Inner Betty with Dr. Stephanie Estima
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Are you interested in your overall health and fitness? Have you been worried about your hormones? In this episode we dive into intuitive eating, balancing our hormones, and improving our sex lives. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Stephanie Estima. She is a Doctor of Chiropractic with a special interest in metabolism, body composition, functional neurology, and female physiology. Dr. Stephanie is changing the conversation around health, fitness, sex, intimacy, longevity, parenting, mindset, and pursuing excellence. Her life’s passion and mission are blending modern science with...
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Ep 830: 20/20 Cold Case Cracked: How Airport DNA Exposed a Killer After 25 Years with Stephanie Ramos
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Welcome to the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Podcast—where we believe in strength, resilience, and stories that inspire. I’m your host, Linda Mitchell, and today we’re joined by Stephanie Ramos, ABC News correspondent and decorated military veteran. Stephanie takes us inside the gripping season premiere of ABC’s 20/20, where decades-old DNA evidence cracked open the cold case murder of Leslie Pierre. With her fearless reporting, she shines a light not only on this case, but also on broader truths that remind us why justice matters. If you’ve ever been fascinated by true crime,...
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Ep 829: From Paralysis to Power: Dan Metcalfe’s Unbelievable Healing Journey
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
From spinal paralysis to global healer, Dan Metcalfe’s story is one you’ll never forget. After surviving a catastrophic spinal injury and later a traumatic brain injury, Dan refused to accept a life of limitation. Instead, he pioneered the Total Balance Program—helping over 70,000 people worldwide reconnect their brain and body, break free from pain, and unlock their natural ability to heal. In this episode, Dan shares his unbelievable journey, the 7 Pillars of Natural Health, and how you can move from survival to thriving—no matter what you’ve been through. 🔗 Guest Links Total...
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Ep 828: Motivation Monday: From Auto-pilot: To Authority Stepping Into God's Plan
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
On this week's motivation monday, we're discussing how to step into a place of authority in your life.
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Ep 828: Motivation Monday: From Auto-pilot: To Authority Stepping Into God's Plan
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
On this week's motivation monday, we're discussing how to step into a place of authority in your life.
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Ep 827: Inside the CIA’s Biggest Secrets: Pulitzer Winner Tim Weiner Reveals All
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Today, we’re joined by one of the most respected voices in American journalism—Pulitzer Prize winner Tim Weiner. You know him from his groundbreaking book Legacy of Ashes: The History of the CIA, which won the National Book Award and became the defining account of the Agency’s first 60 years. Now, Tim is back with THE MISSION: The CIA in the 21st Century—a riveting and urgent look at the CIA’s modern battles, from 9/11 to Russia, China, and the chaotic state of American intelligence today. Based on exclusive on-the-record interviews with top spymasters and undercover officers, THE...
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Ep 826: From Fighter Jets to Tech CEO: Sara Blackmer’s Mission-Driven Playbook
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
From maintaining fighter jets to leading billion-dollar innovations, Sara Blackmer has built her career on mission, discipline, and fearless leadership. A decorated U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel turned CEO, Managing Partner at Solyco Capital, and Senior Partner at FluidLogic, Sara has proven what’s possible in male-dominated industries like defense, tech, and venture capital. In this episode, she shares lessons on building high-performing cultures, scaling impact with purpose, and thriving as a woman in leadership where the odds aren’t always in your favor. 🔗 Guest Links Solyco...
info_outlineAre you ready to be motivated? Have you been struggling to believe in yourself? In this episode, we are trying to find our way to self-love, mindset, and truly believing in ourselves. Today, I talk with Simone Knego, best-selling author of The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You. She is a speaker, entrepreneur, and mother to six multi-cultural children. With her bold witticism, larger-than-life personality, and fearless attitude, she is a powerful force for good. Sharing her journey of adopting three of her six children in foreign countries, her climb of Mount Kilimanjaro to raise cancer awareness, and all of the funny, scary, and inspiring stories that came along the way, Simone instills in her audience the powerful lesson that what you do matters. We discuss how it’s the little things we do each day that make the most difference. We also dive into finding our own mountain to climb, and the importance of making scary goals and pushing for them.
Questions I asked:
- How did you get into this motivational space?
- What was your lightbulb moment?
- What were you thinking when you decided to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro?
- What did you learn about yourself in that journey?
- How did you go from questioning yourself to believing in yourself?
- How can we change the way we see ourselves?
- Why don’t we believe in ourselves as adults?
- Can you tell us about the alien and the 4%?
- When did you realize you had more power than you thought?
- How do we realize that the things we do make an impact and matters?
- How do we find our own Kilimanjaro?
- Can you explain why you need to be all in?
- How can we stop being afraid of failure?
- Can you tell us about your family, and adoption?
- How did you get into public speaking?
- Where can people find your book?
Topics Discussed:
- Giving a Ted Talk.
- Climbing a mountain.
- Self-confidence.
- How to become more confident.
- Writing a book.
- Raising six kids.
- Raising confident children.
Quotes from the show:
- “We are all more then enough, we just have to realize it.” #SimoneKnego @SisterhoodSweat
- “I need to stop limiting myself and enabling myself.” #SimoneKnego @SisterhoodSweat
- “If you want something, and you put in the work, you can achieve it.” #SimoneKnego @SisterhoodSweat
- “I have mirror moments first thing in the morning. It’s an affirmation or something I like about myself.” #SimoneKnego @SisterhoodSweat
- “I have to remind myself, I am as worthy as everyone else out there.” #SimoneKnego @SisterhoodSweat
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