In this episode, I'm sharing stories of how obstacles pushed people to new creative heights and made them try things they never would have attempted otherwise and how we can relate this to our growth as roller derby athletes and taking on challenges our leagues and teams face regularly (especially after last year, amiright?). Bottom line -- experimenting with obstacles and facing your challenges head on can unlock superpowers you didn't know you had! Inspired by the Cautionary Tales Podcast by T...
Apr 25, 2021•41 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Many listeners have been wondering, what is it going to be like to return to play? And how do we help our coaches use the new curriculum? In this week's episode, I was joined by Chili, Coach of Pink Peril Roller Derby in the Netherlands and member of the WFTDA Task Force for the new curriculum, This Is Roller Derby. Chili's league got to return to play for several months last summer and shares the story of the league's challenges. He also elaborated on how he has been implementing the core value...
Apr 11, 2021•58 min•Season 4Ep. 6
This episode will be very beneficial to your team and league to help answers questions that have been coming up about the new curriculum. Our guides on this quest are special guests (River, Hammer, and Demon) who all worked on the curriculum as part of the WFTDA MSR Task Force. 📷 by Ciara Janae Documents on the Curriculum landing page : Ideas for Creating an Inclusive Training Environment The Curriculum Glossary - defines the terms used in the glossary & lists other names the skill/ability ...
Mar 21, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 5
What if Michael Jordan's injury in his second season in the NBA was the end of his story and we never heard from him again? This episode is a Story Time with Jackie episode! Based on the HBO documentary "Women of Troy", I'll be telling you the story of Cheryl Miller and the rest of the USC basketball team that changed women's basketball forever. This amazing team made up of Cheryl Miller, Pam and Paula McGee, Cynthia Cooper, and more changed the sport and challenged issues of gender and race. Th...
Mar 07, 2021•36 min•Season 4Ep. 4
We're moving into a new era of roller derby without minimum skill requirements! This means we can get more people involved in the sport and playing the sport more quickly. But what does that look like? Do we still do tests? Are laps gone forever? This episode will be very beneficial to your team and league as an introduction to the new curriculum. Our guides on this quest are special guests who all worked on the curriculum as part of the WFTDA MSR Task Force. We dive into the history of the task...
Feb 07, 2021•40 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Let's clean out your league's culture closet and only keep what sparks joy! This year might be your best opportunity EVER to have a real impact on your league's culture. The team you return to will not be in the same place mentally, physically, or emotionally after the long off season. So what better time is there to have a chat together about what you want your team and league to be going forward? What will your new goals be like? What changes would you like to make before getting back on the t...
Jan 31, 2021•56 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Where you started does NOT determine how far you will go. Anything IS possible. This episode is about: my continued recovery from Post Concussion Syndrome how using self compassion instead of a drill sergeant mentality whenever you are making lifestyle changes can help you better on your journey long term how exercise impacts cognitive growth in your brain (wow!) what I've been watching during the break that I really think you'll enjoy. 📷 by David Oliver Photography Find our transcribed episode...
Jan 24, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 1
This week, I want to talk about Identity Loss after Trauma and Post Traumatic Growth. I think this is a very relatable topic because even though I came to it through concussion recovery, I feel like these ideas are sooo applicable to so many situations in life so I think I can reach every one of you out there with this one and I love it when an episode can touch everyone. Trauma could be a concussion (It's called traumatic brain injury!), any type of injury, maybe being diagnosed with a chronic ...
Oct 11, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Let's talk about derby names! How do you pick one out? Are derby names necessary? Are derby names outdated? What do derby names mean to you? Special note: When picking out a derby name, please please take time to evaluate if your derby name could be hurtful to any group of people. If you're not sure, run it by several people of different backgrounds that you trust to help. 📷 by Photobomber Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans . Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties...
Oct 04, 2020•29 min•Season 3Ep. 50
This week, I want to go into detail of the different types of concussion symptoms and what different types of specialists you can follow up with in your recovery. In the second half, I talk about advocating for your own health care when you are injured, particularly if you have bad health insurance. I want to help you with avoiding getting shuffled around, asking the right questions, finding out the different options you have, getting multiple opinions, and when you are FINALLY in front of the r...
Sep 27, 2020•37 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Today is National Concussion Awareness Day. This episode is a little vulnerable as I'm sharing my personal history of concussions and being diagnosed with Post Concussion Syndrome. Not enough people know about PCS and I want to share what I'm learning as I go. More on Concussions: 037 - Concussions & Career Threatening Injuries - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roller-derby-thoughts-037-concussions-career-threatening/id1426139579?i=1000436716430 Kaio-kensi Special Guest! - 087 - Concus...
Sep 18, 2020•46 min•Season 3Ep. 48
I was a guest on The Go Find Out Podcast and my episode came out today. If you want to be inspired by interviews with badass women who kicked their fears to the curb and conquered their goals like a boss, this is the podcast for you! Here's a link to Episode 17: Gina Wagner Crushes it in Roller Derby! : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-go-find-out-podcast-interviews-with-inspiring-women/id1517382441?i=1000491171401 And our next episode of THIS podcast will be released early on Friday fo...
Sep 14, 2020•3 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In this episode, Coach Dan and I discuss the newly announced Vision and Objectives that have been released by the WFTDA concerning the future of Minimum Skill Requirements. New curriculum? No more official test?? Program recommended but not required?? What does the future of roller derby look like when the individual leagues determine qualifications for playing derby? What pressure does this put on coaches and leadership? Will more skaters come back to roller derby? Will there be favoritism? And...
Sep 13, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 46
"You're leading people. You're not leading data." (Iggy Perillo) We have a special guest this week! Leadership Coach Iggy Perillo is on the podcast and we talk about helping our leaders in roller derby evolve, how to cultivate new leaders, setting up new leaders for success, and why leading with organizational skills (being the boss of spreadsheets) won't cut it anymore. 📷 provided by Iggy Perillo Learn more about Iggy Perillo and WSL Leadership Coaching at worksportlife.com . Visit Roller Derb...
Sep 06, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 45
Coach Dan is back! This week, we discuss our TOP FOUR level up lessons from a coaching perspective. How do you become the leader your team needs at practice and on bout day? How can you be a better communicator? 📷 by David Oliver Photography Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans . Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/ . Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https:...
Aug 30, 2020•47 min•Season 3Ep. 44
This week, I'm doing some story telling and share the top four level up moments from my roller derby career. These were instances where I rose to a particular challenge and something changed in me to make me a more confident, resilient, and mentally tough athlete. By sharing these crucial moments from my own development that have helped me in my daily life, I hope they resonate with you as well. What are some of YOUR Level Up stories? Please share them with me! It would be good for my soul to he...
Aug 23, 2020•37 min•Season 3Ep. 43
That's right. This week, I'm talking about Animal Crossing: New Horizons. What effect does this video game have on perfectionists? How about coping with expectations vs reality? How does this game help us with asking others for help? What does this game teach about forming and building relationships? What are YOU doing in your roller derby league that makes people want to move off your island? What can you do to make your island (league) more welcoming to others? Invite Pascal the Otter because ...
Aug 16, 2020•48 min•Season 3Ep. 42
Some of us want to be super duper serious in roller derby and achieve way hard. Some of us don't want to play this sport unless it's fun. How do we find the balance? I share the story of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal butting heads over their different personality types and experiences with different roller derby leagues and how we tackled this age old dilemma. 📷by Photobomber (Jess Whipple) Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans . Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbet...
Aug 09, 2020•42 min•Season 3Ep. 41
If roller derby goes away, are we still friends? Or is this all our relationship is built on? This week's podcast starts off examining different types of relationships and their foundation. Then our main focus is the FIVE stages of organizational culture that determine what you can achieve together. How do you overcome trust issues, apathy, and sarcasm? How do you put aside egos and constant squabbling to unite for the good of all? How can you use a crisis or common enemy to come together? Check...
Aug 02, 2020•47 min•Season 3Ep. 40
This week continues the multi-part series on Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and the Chicago Bulls. As I share the story of championships 2 thru 6, we see Michael Jordan's continued evolution as a leader when leadership by example is no longer enough, finding fuel to drive him in each battle, Phil Jackson's creative coaching and encouragement of a journey of self exploration for his players, the "enemy's gift", and the steps to self-actualization. Check out: Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson "The Last ...
Jul 26, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 39
This week continues the multi-part series on Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and the Chicago Bulls. I explore Phil Jackson's leadership style and his 11 Principles of Mindful Leadership and Michael Jordan's evolution from a singularly focused superstar into a team player. The real mark of a star is how much better you can make your teammates. Check out: Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson "The Last Dance" documentary on ESPN "Believe-Land" 30 for 30 documentary on ESPN 📷by Ed Wagner Jr./Chicago Tribune/...
Jul 19, 2020•56 min•Season 3Ep. 38
What does it mean to be relentless? What would it be like to shed your fears, failures, and worries about the expectations of others? What would it be like not to hold back anymore and be true to yourself? This week is part 1 of two episodes inspired by The Last Dance , the documentary that explores the career of Michael Jordan and the championship journey of the Chicago Bulls. Source Material - Relentless by Tim Grover 📷by Northland Pulp Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com...
Jul 12, 2020•49 min•Season 3Ep. 37
This episode, I spoke with Punchy O'Guts of 4EYES Coaching + Publications. Punchy is invested in using positivity, compassion, and forward-thinking to connect with, challenge, and inspire athletes. Punchy has published FIVE manuals for training those in roller derby as well as several articles in Five on Five Magazine . This conversation focuses on a curriculum for safely returning to training on the track. What should we watch for? How do we know when our skaters are ready for the next stage? (...
Jul 05, 2020•56 min•Season 3Ep. 36
We need to address racism in ourselves and in our teams and leagues. Don't juke around it. Break through the wall. It's a harder path and can be really uncomfortable at times, but we can come out stronger on the other side. Do the work. In this episode, I talk about the broader meaning of words we have heard for decades. We can't go further in our pursuit of Anti-Racism in roller derby and our lives until we understand more about what these words mean. I'll be sharing a couple examples of what t...
Jun 28, 2020•50 min•Season 3Ep. 35
This week I got to talk to Maurine Filip! Maurine Filip has played for Stockholm Roller Derby Allstars for many years and recently moved to Australia. Maurine has a master’s degree in Psychology and works mainly in sports psychology and organisational psychology. She’s helped individual skaters, teams, and leagues with many different challenges and in this episode, we dive into some of those, including the challenges facing roller derby’s individual athletes and teams during the time of this pan...
Jun 21, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 34
This week, we get to learn about the inspirational journey and competitive mindset of Erin Jackson. Erin Jackson is a jammer for Jacksonville Roller Derby AND Team USA Roller Derby. Erin grew up in inline speed skating with many national championships and was named Female Athlete of the Year for Roller Sports three times. Months after learning to ice skate, surprising everyone including herself, she qualified for the 500 meters long track speed skating event at the 2018 Winter Olympics. It was a...
Jun 14, 2020•38 min•Season 3Ep. 33
This episode is NOT sponsored by Mota. “Don’t stop having conversations because it’s uncomfortable. I’ve been uncomfortable 32 years of my life. It’s ok for white people to be uncomfortable for the next couple years if it means that everyone is going to be equal and not judged because my skin is different... Social Media has given people this keyboard warrior mentality where they just say awful things about human beings. Ok, this person messed up and they’re trying to remedy it. NOPE! Once this ...
Jun 07, 2020•58 min•Season 3Ep. 32
To celebrate our very special 100th episode, I am giving an audio letter of gratitude to Bonnie D. Stroir. She inspired me on my path to becoming a better athlete, teammate, leader, and human being. I met Bonnie D. Stoir in 2013 about a month before she retired from roller derby after skating and coaching for over a decade. Bonnie D. Stroir was the first full time traveling roller derby coach and she spread her lessons all over the world, but it was more than just skating. It was about bettering...
May 29, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 31
People love complaining. It seems harmless, it connects us as human beings when we can vent to each other or agree with each other on social media. Venting seems to make us feel better. It makes us feel less alone. But what does it really do? You might get a positive boost from that connection but what happens afterward? We can improve our health and wellbeing, enhance our relationships, encourage healthy sleep, heighten feelings of connectedness and so much more...through the practice of gratit...
May 24, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 30
Releasing this special episode with Double H a day early! In this episode, we discuss the future of roller derby and the big questions that are always being asked. Should roller derby be an Olympic sport? Will roller derby become a professional sport? Will there be a future where I tell someone I play roller derby and they DON'T ask if I elbow people? What's with the pay gap for women's sports and how is the pandemic affecting this? And the big one -- what does the return to play plan look like ...
May 16, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 29
