By the 1980s, Diana Nyad had left competitive swimming behind, embarking on a successful career as a sports broadcaster. But after a meeting with “Superman” actor Christopher Reeve — whose throw from a horse left him paralyzed from the shoulders down — she is reminded of a challenge that fueled her early athletic ambitions, and re-commits to living everyday ... Show More
Jul 7
To do hard things, be adaptable, by Alex Honnold
Alex Honnold, renowned rock climber and the subject of the documentary Free Solo, has always known how to do hard things. Yet he’s also had to learn that his drive to push himself will only take him so far. In today's episode, he tells the story of how he’s come to understand the ... Show More
27m 53s
Jun 23
Making adjustments in free fall, by Curtis Rivers
Through his long and storied career as a stuntman, Curtis Rivers has appeared in scores of films and television shows, ranging from James Bond movies to Captain America to Game of Thrones. He has won a Screen Actor Guilds Awards as well as membership in the Hollywood Stuntmen’s H ... Show More
33m 15s
Sep 2021
"I’m in the Prime of My Life" with Diana Nyad
Carolyn Doelling tells the story of how she rebooted herself as a fashion model at age 74. Then Max talks with Diana Nyad about her epic, record-breaking swim from Cuba to Key West at age 64, how her relationship to her body has changed since then, and what she expects from it go ... Show More
39m 19s
May 2018
Diana Nyad, Part 2: “Find a Way”
Oprah’s conversation with marathon swimming champion and female warrior Diana Nyad continues. Diana captivated the world when, on her fifth and final attempt, she became the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida, without a shark cage. Diana explains why it was important for h ... Show More
27m 15s
Sep 2019
Food and Body Freedom with Stephanie Dodier
We can repeat our actions over and over, or evolve and start to create our lives from a place of abundance, instead of lack. How to move forward and find happiness with your body, respect for yourself, and accomplish your dreams. Hosted by Leanne Vogel. Coaching and other support ... Show More
50m 58s
Nov 2020
November 30, 2020: Magic Johnson, Basketball Legend
Is there ever a silver lining to hard situations? Today’s quote, from a sports icon who opened up about a daunting diagnosis in the ‘90s, looks on the bright side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m 15s
Oct 2019
Reclaiming Your Path | Cyndie Spiegel
<p>Cyndie Spiegel was a rising star in the fashion industry. Fifteen years in, living the life so many dream of, she made a bold decision. To walk-away from her career and, in no small part, her life, in order to create the space to step into a powerful new season of contribution ... Show More
1h 7m