“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.” – Sherry Anderson In this inspiring episode of Turmeric & Tequila Podcast, host Kristen Olson sits down with Aaron Varcasio, the passionate chapter captain of Team Red, White and Blue (RWB) in Denver. They dive deep into the significance of community involvement, particularly in supporting veterans' mental health and well-being. Aaron shares his journey from New York to Colorado, highlighting his trans...
Apr 24, 2024•26 min
“A lot of people notice when you succeed, but they don't see what it takes to get there.’ -Dawn Staley As a female athlete I could not be more excited AND impressed by what the women of the NCAAW basketball have done (are doing) and how they showed everyone- basketball fan or not- that you should be watching some of the biggest rising stars in our sports world compete… and dominate. Join me on this solo cast as we dive into the electrifying world of women's college basketball spotlighting the re...
Apr 10, 2024•19 min
I am so excited for this conversation and to welcome back, THE Rosa Jad and THE Clare Sobon! This is an absolutely fun and informative conversation between three real friends sharing their real journeys in entrepreneurship. We are different ages, races, born in different countries, and have all started different businesses- different ways. Rosa is show-host rock star, forging an intentional global production, The Rotation Show , and Clare is the who-you-need-to-know human (+model) establishing t...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 22 min
“Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.” ~William A. Foster Let’s get informed on our food and why quality AND morality matter in the farming world! I am excited to welcome Larry Lempka, local owner of Los Rios Farms! Los Rios is a regenerative farm that has been in Larry’s family for over 60 years. As times as moved, Larry has worked to evolve as we...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 7 min
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” -George Addair I am excited to welcome fellow entrepreneur, podcaster, and CrossFitter, Tamara Ghandour, to the T&T mic! As a business and fitness standout, Tamara shares her journey of personal and professional evolution with success, failure, and a huge passion for humans being humans. Tamara has a wealth of experience in the entrepreneurial and corporate worlds and leading both in humanizing innovation- guiding us to those desi...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 28 min
"At The End, It's Not About What You Have Or Even What You've Accomplished. It's About Who You've Lifted Up, Who You've Made Better. It's About What You've Given Back." — Denzel Washington I am extra excited about this conversation as a lifelong Colorado athlete! Today we welcome hometown hero, Jake Plummer, to the T&T mic. Jake is a football great, as second-round pick in 1997 he then spent 10 years in the NFL playing for the Arizona Cardinals and then the here, with our Denver Broncos. In ...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 29 min
“It's the possibility that keeps me going, not the guarantee.” ― Nicholas Sparks That’s right- 48.6 miles in four days- also known as The Dopey Challenge, by Run Disney! I am excited to share how and why I took this challenge on as I am not a competitive runner, nor had I run more than a few miles at a time in years! I break down my experience with the race itself, all of the logistics, and my personal strategy on executing a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon in the span of 4 days. In ad...
Feb 07, 2024•47 min
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” -Maya Angelou I am so excited for this conversation because we get to highlight a fellow Colorado born creative! Lil Fresh Sam is a born and raised Denver, Coloradan and has followed her creative fashion designing heart all over the world, working with some of the biggest names in the biz including, Method Man and Iggy Azalea and brands like Reebok and Puma. ...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 7 min
“Success doesn't come to you; you go to it.” ― T. Scott McLeod Yes, this is our annual podcast reviewing 2023 and getting intentional for what we want in the new year, 2024! Ashley joins me once again to discuss some major events of 2023 worldwide and personally and we both run through our T&T 2023 Review, 2024 Preview: Intentions/ Goals Worksheet . It has been so cool to look back at these over the years and see the growth and changes. Given the current landscape of our world, there is no b...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 34 min
“This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful: in a word, more alive.” -Alice Waters Hi Guys, I am excited about this one! We have local cocktail fam in the house and these are not your average college creations- these are top notch beverages to impress your friends, family, and your own taste buds… made easy! The holidays are here and there is no better gift than a good hug and varsity libation, so listen in on how this amazing i...
Dec 20, 2023•46 min
“There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” —Nelson Mandela Colorado entrepreneurs unite! I am excited about this conversation and to welcome Keisha Mathes, Founder and Owner of Herbal Honey to the T&T mic! Keisha is a fellow Colorado based entrepreneur that turned her passion, health/wellness and helping people, into a thriving business. Keisha is a master herbalist, studying herbology, botanical pharmacology,...
Dec 13, 2023•49 min
"It's easy to play pretty well if you play hard. Things start working in your favor." -Terry Rozier That’s right, we are at episode 200 and I am THRILLED about this milestone. I have to start this with sincere gratitude for everyone that has facilitated in this podcasting journey of mine- I would not be here without you! From the listeners, audio and editing team, production, studio team, EVERYONE who has rocked the gear, I SEE you and APPRECIATE YOU! Special thank you to one of my original and ...
Dec 06, 2023•28 min
“Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone’s potential.” ― Debra Ruh While diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are gaining momentum across the nation, it seems individuals with accessibility issues have often been left out of the conversation. Enter Roll Mobility, an innovative app that aims to bridge the information gap for people with disabilities by providing accurate and up-to-date accessibility information! I am so excited to welcome Roll Mobility Founder, Joe Foster, and team m...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min
“To sustain longevity, you have to evolve.” -Aries Spears I am excited to welcome my longtime friend, mentor, and personal practitioner, Dr. Sean Burkhardt, to the T&T mic! As a former D1 athlete and mutil-appearance CrossFit Games athlete (mostly past the age of 30), I made it a point to find the best in the biz to help optimize my own sports performance to stay competitive as long as possible. If you have competed at a high level, you know you need every advantage you can get and building ...
Nov 01, 2023•50 min
“All good men and women must take responsibility to create legacies that will take the next generation to a level we could only imagine.” — Jim Rohn I am so excited to welcome the Women’s Lacrosse coaching staff of my alma matter, THE George Mason University! Today is a special convo since it has been 20 years since I competed for the university and it’s such a blessing to reconnect with the coaches to discuss their mission, vision, and values for GMU LAX 2024. Head Coach, Kara Mupo leads the st...
Oct 18, 2023•53 min
“The cosmic spotlight isn't pointed at you; it radiates from within you.” -Marianne Williamson Let’s face it, with social media and technology we are ALL under the spotlight in some capacity. Some more than others, but the mental health and awareness strategies navigating any spotlight can be used by us all. I am excited to welcome Caitlin Spears to the T&T mic to share her journey from a small-town girl to mainstream modeling to a painful rejection from the hit show ‘America’s Next Top Mode...
Oct 03, 2023•58 min
“Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness - great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy.” -Jim Rohn I am more than excited to have this conversation- it has been over 20 years in the making! Today I welcome best-selling author, coach, wealth advisor and most importantly George Mason University Alumni, Hoss Tabrizi, to the T&T mic! Hoss interviewed me several times during college while we were both attending GMU for his athletic sh...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 17 min
"I raise up my voice -- not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard." --Malala Yousafzai Welcome back to T&T, where we are oh-so passionate about fellow podcasting family especially the ones Amplifying Unheard Voices like Bethany Hawkins is! On today's episode, we have a remarkable guest who has dedicated her life to ensuring that historically underrepresented voices are heard. Bethany Hawkins, the CEO and Founder of Crackers In Soup, joins us to share her inspiring jo...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min
“A good half of the art of living is resilience.” ― Alain de Botton Step into the world of artisanal spirits with 'Red Rocks Vodka: The Story, The Strength, and The Spirit.' Join me and Founder, Ashley Blankenship, on a flavorful journey as we explore the Red Rocks Vodka journey, it’s meticulous craftsmanship, and the captivating spirit of the human, Ashley, behind the brand . Red Rocks Vodka is minority, woman owned, AND local- from its origin in the heart of the Rockies to the dedication and p...
Sep 06, 2023•46 min
“Through suffering comes wisdom. Through surrender comes faith. Through resilience, comes hope. Keep going.” – Rita Said I am so excited about this conversation as I am welcoming longtime fitness family to the T&T mic, Gabriel (Gabs) Sandoval! Gabriel entered into the CrossFit world about the same time as I did, so we have seen the entire sport and culture grown and evolve from the ground up. Much like CrossFit, Gabriel shares his story as a rebel with a cause and how he trusted the process ...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 11 min
“There is beauty and power in unity. We must be united in heart and mind. One world, one people.” – Lailah Gifty Akita We are excited to continue to highlight and focus on the local mission driven humans in Colorado making moves while making impact! Today we have the awesome and determined Founders of Denver Pub Crawl, Ty Sondag and Logan Lakos. Denver Pub Crawl is not your average crazy bar crawl, it’s an organized small group (ish) curated experience with safety and unity at the forefront. Bot...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 5 min
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” -Winston Churchill Join us in this episode of Empower & Elevate: The Entrepreneur's Path to Team and Community Triumph, as we sit down with Andrew Dana, the visionary force behind Call Your Mother Bagel Deli and Timber Pizza Co. Discover Andrew's journey from food enthusiast to entrepreneurial success story, and how he weaved together a thriving team and a vibrant community to achieve triumph. Andrew's story is a testamen...
Aug 16, 2023•48 min
“We all have a responsibility to try and make this world better, whether it's through our work, the causes we champion, the way that we treat people, or the values we impart to the next generation.” -Daniel Lubetzky “Unraveling Beliefs and Values: A Journey to Self-Discovery," the thought-provoking podcast that takes you on a captivating exploration of the intricate world of beliefs and values. Join us as we discuss a transformative journey to understand the profound impact these core aspects of...
Aug 01, 2023•20 min
“Attitude reflects leadership… captain.” - Julius Campbell Join myself and UFC Champion, Matt Brown, as he shares his insights on attitude, leadership, and leading by example in this inspiring conversation. I have had the pleasure of working with Matt in the past and know that he is a man of his word and as good of a human as he is a fighter. Matt shares his journey from a rough beginning including an overdose to a holding the record for the most welterweight knock outs in the UFC. Matt is a lif...
Jul 26, 2023•57 min
"Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.” ~ Napoleon Hill I am excited for this conversation today because you know we love ourselves some health, wellness, and leadership on T&T, but we also love the truth! Today we will unpack “The Wellness Trap: How Fitness Influencers Can Do More Harm Than Good”! New research suggests that many fitness influencers and fitness themed social media can actually h...
Jul 05, 2023•20 min
"A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus." -Martin Luther King Jr. Hi all, your host here, Kristen Olson, and I am excited to be with you today as we welcome fitness family to the T&T mic, Ausha Ramirez. Ausha is a longtime health professional and she is only 26 years old, but already has a wealth of experience. She shares her journey, the importance of personal responsibility, representation, and leading by example. Ausha has overcome many things including...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 12 min
“My legacy is that I stayed on course... from the beginning to the end, because I believed in something inside of me.” -Tina Turner Welcome to a very special episode of "Musical Legends Unveiled." Today, we gather to honor and celebrate the life and career of a true music icon: Tina Turner. Join us as we pay tribute to this remarkable artist and the incredible impact she has made on the world of music and beyond. I'm your host, Kristen Olson, and together, we'll embark on a journey through Tina ...
Jun 21, 2023•17 min
“I'm trying to build an empire, because after this, I cannot get a normal job.” -Nicole Polizzi (aka Snookie) Hi all, KO, your host here- this is a fun one today! We’ll be breaking down the paradoxical nature of our fascination with reality dating shows despite their lack of long-lasting romantic connections. What keeps us hooked, even in the absence of enduring love stories? We’ll unpack some of the most popular reality dating TV shows including; The Bachelor/Bachelorette, Love is Blind, Marrie...
Jun 14, 2023•46 min
“If there is Magic on this planet, it is contained in water.” -Loren Eiseley The summer heat will be here soon- what are you drinking? We are talking about more than just summer tequila here- we are unpacking 7 of the most common beverages: water, tea, coffee, alcohol, sugar laden coffee drinks, juice, and diet soda. Which ones are good and which ones can we swap out and why! We talk a lot about food in our society, but we often overlook the calories and sugar that we are taking in via drinks. S...
Jun 07, 2023•40 min
“The first wealth is health. “ – Ralph Waldo Emerson Let’s continue to level up our health- easily and affordably! I am excited to talk about one of my favorite spices today and 50% of the inspiration for this podcast, TURMERIC! I get asked a lot about turmeric, so it was time to break it down and share the hot/quick 411 on what turmeric is and why it’s so great. Today we will delve into the world of turmeric and its remarkable properties, from its historical significance to its modern-day appli...
May 24, 2023•13 min
