Michaela and Erin are RRCA certified run coaches and Registered Nurses by degree! The Strides for Strength podcast is where running meets everyday life. We focus on mindset, physical strength and all of life’s in between moments of self doubt and fear both on and off the run. Our mission is to make running SIMPLE and FUN while we pull back the curtains around all things running tips, tricks, motivation and lifestyle with athlete interviews, guest experts combined with our many years of runni ...
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Erin Rosen Podcasts
The AnchorED City Podcast is connecting with Anchorage’s soul through her history, stories, and people.
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Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression
Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT | Anxiety & OCD Specialist
Kimberley Quinlan, an anxiety specialist for over 15 years, delivers Science-Based Solutions for Anxiety, Panic, Depression, OCD, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, & other difficult emotions. The New York Times listed Your Anxiety Toolkit as one of the "6 Podcasts to Soothe An Anxious Mind" (April 27, 2024). We are on a mission to help people who want to thrive in the face of anxiety and other mental health struggles. A beautiful life is possible!
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Jared Durden and Andrew Crocker set out to meet their coworkers at Ozarks Technical Community College. Each episodes introduces a new member of the college who teaches Jared and Andrew something they didn't know before. Join Jared and Andrew on their adventure as they learn about a broad range of fascinating topics, their colleagues, and maybe even friendship.
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Coach Erin had a BABY!! The Intro of Baby Rosen in to the World
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36:29Join us on this heartfelt episode of Strides for Strength as we welcome Coach Erin’s newest adventure: motherhood! Freshly postpartum, Erin shares her unfiltered birth story, from a 36-hour labor to navigating the first sleepless week with baby T. She reflects on how her endurance athlete mindset prepared her for labor, the realities of postpartum …
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HELP! WE NEED YOUR POSITIVE VISION OF THE FUTURE IN ANCHORAGE
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1:50We want to hear your positive vision of the future. During this season, we are gathering your optimistic imaginings of Anchorage’s future. To share your vision, simply record a voice memo on your phone and email the audio file to [email protected]. In the Subject line type, “North to the Future – My Vision.” Once again, send your positive visi…
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BTS 38: All I Want For Christmas Is A Headlock: An Anchorage Holiday Story from 1916
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35:04We are reaching back into history to a very early Christmas in Anchorage to talk about wrestling. Yep, you read that right, wrestling. In the early days of Anchorage, wrestling was extremely popular, and it didn’t even stop for Christmas. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Record a voice memo on your phone of your positive vision f…
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465 How to stop OCD Mental Compulsions (with Lauren Rosen)
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35:11In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan and OCD specialist Lauren Rosen break down exactly how mental compulsions work—and teach a practical, step-by-step way to stop engaging with them so you can get your time, presence, and joy back.
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S5: E7 – North To The Future: Alaska Version 3 w/ Kitty Farnham and Ky Holland
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51:51This season, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. In this episode, I talk with Kitty Farnham and Ky Holland about Alaska Version 3. AKV3, like this season of the podcast, is imagining the future of Alaska. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Reco…
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464 Anxiety vs. ADHD: Are You Misdiagnosing Yourself? (with Kati Morton)
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40:54If you've been wondering whether your "anxiety" might actually be ADHD (or both), this episode helps you sort through the overlap by focusing on the driver behind your symptoms—so you can get clarity, support, and the right tools.
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[FOUR COACHES, ONE POD] Philly Marathon Weekend, Pelvic Floors, Seasons of Running & Life In Between
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42:33This episode is a real, unfiltered conversation between the Strides for Strength coaches about what it actually looks like to navigate a tough season—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We unpack the pressure to “do more,” the myth that you have to keep up with everyone else, and the permission to honor whatever season your body is in. From race…
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S5: E6 – North To The Future: Wellness w/ Alisa Marie Selvaggio & Jay Butler
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58:54This season, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. In this episode, I talk with Alisa Marie Selvaggio & Jay Butler about their positive visions for wellness in Anchorage. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Record a voice memo on your phone of you…
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463 My OCD Subtype Keeps SHIFTING: 3 Steps to GENERALIZE Your ERP Skills
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25:15In this episode, Kimberley breaks down why OCD themes shift so quickly and teaches you how to generalize your ERP skills so you can respond effectively—no matter what obsession shows up.
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Pregnant AF, Marathon Pivots & Why We're Not Really Running Right Now w/ Coach Erin & Mich
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37:52In this episode, we’re bringing you all the unfiltered life updates—from Erin being as pregnant as pregnant can be (yes, complete with burrito-on-belly commentary) to how both of us are navigating seasons of running that look nothing like they used to. We talk about shifting identity, giving yourself permission to slow down, and why it’s okay for y…
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S5: E5 – North To The Future: The Economy w/ Yereth Rosen
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43:10This season, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. In this episode, I talk with Yereth Rosen about her positive vision for Anchorage’s economy. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Record a voice memo on your phone of your positive vision for Ancho…
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462 Your Holiday Anxiety Isn't About the Holidays
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23:37In this episode, Kimberley breaks down why holiday anxiety feels so overwhelming and teaches you compassionate, practical strategies to help you move through the season with more ease, clarity, and self-kindness.
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RED-S, Signs You Might Be Underfueling (and What to Do About It) w/ Brooke Czarnecki
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40:56In this episode, we sit down with registered dietitian Brooke Czarnecki to unpack the hidden epidemic in the endurance world: under-fueling. Brooke shares her personal story of overcoming disordered eating, why RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) is more common than we think, and how you can start rebuilding trust with your body. From gut i…
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North To The Future: Taking A Break...Your Vision of the Future
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1:50We are taking a break this week from Season 5: “North to the Future,” but it’s an excellent time for you to consider your dream for Anchorage’s future. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Record a voice memo on your phone of your positive vision for Anchorage’s future and send the audio file to [email protected]. Please put in …
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Periods, Performance & Why "Push Through Culture" is Failing Endurance Athletes w/ Danielle Kepics
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53:32This episode is a truth bomb in the best way. Danielle Kepics—a functional medicine PA, former therapist, and absolute powerhouse joins us for a no-BS conversation about performance, periods, and why “just push through” culture is failing athletes. We unpack what’s actually healthy, how stress impacts performance, and why eating more and doing less…
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461 How OCD Affects Relationships (And What Partners Need to Know)
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45:04This episode breaks down how OCD can quietly strain relationships and teaches partners practical, compassionate strategies to communicate better, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect as a team.
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S5: E4 – North To The Future: Non-Profits w/ Laurie Wolf
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36:24This season, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. On this episode, I talk with Laurie Wolf about her positive vision for Anchorage’s non-profits. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! Record a voice memo on your phone of your positive vision for An…
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[ATHLETE] New York City Marathon Recap, BQ #2 & Navigating Grief & Loss w/ Brittany Murray
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1:16:52In this episode with one of our athletes, Brittany who just completed the New York City Marathon, we dive into what it really feels like to train and race while life unravels around you. This training cycle for her was the kind of season where running becomes more than a goal; it becomes a lifeline. Something to help you connect deeper to you. Thro…
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460 Stop White Knuckling Your Anxiety (Do This Instead)
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33:22In this episode, we share how to stop "white-knuckling" your anxiety and instead use compassion, mindfulness, and gentle allowing to find lasting calm and confidence.
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S5: E3 – North To The Future: Religion w/ Joel Kiekintveld
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40:10This episode is going to get weird. This season, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. On this episode, AnchorED City Podcast host Joel Kiekintveld interviews himself about the future of religion in Anchorage. We want to hear your positive vision of the future! R…
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First Time Ironman (Florida): The Highs, Lows, Uh-Ohs & Need to Knows w/ Courtney Daniels
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1:39:01In this conversation, Courtney Daniels shares her journey to completing her first Ironman, reflecting on the mental and physical challenges she faced throughout her training and race day. From the importance of nutrition and mental preparation to the sacrifices made along the way, Courtney provides the insights she wish she would have known going i…
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459 Navigating OCD During Pregnancy: A Compassionate Guide (with Erin Jones)
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44:35This episode unpacks how OCD shows up from conception through postpartum—and shares compassionate, evidence-based tools (especially ERP) to help you move from fear to values-based parenting.
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S5: E2 – North To The Future: Politics w/ Matt Schultz and Erin Baldwin Day
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59:11During Season 5, we are considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for a positive imagining of Anchorage’s future. On this episode, we hear from Erin Baldwin Day, who represents District 4 (Midtown) on the Anchorage Assembly, and Matt Schultz, who is running for Alaska’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, as they …
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BTS 37: Day of Storytelling for the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet - Part 2 - w/ Joel Kiekintveld
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8:43On Saturday, November 8, 2025, there will be a Day of Storytelling for the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet as part of an effort to have our area designated as a National Heritage Area. At that event, more than fifty "storytellers from across the Anchorage-Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area are coming together to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and…
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Power Up: Sports Nutrition Confidence for Young Athletes w/ Stevie Lyn Smith
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40:25We’re welcoming registered dietitian and board-certified sports nutritionist Stevie Lynn Smith back to the Strides for Strength podcast—this time as a soon-to-be published author! Her new book, Power Up: A Young Woman’s Guide to Winning with Sports Nutrition, is all about helping female athletes fuel with confidence, ditch diet culture myths, and b…
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S5: E1 – North To The Future: Season 5 Introduction
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11:48S5: E1 – North To The Future: Season 5 Introduction This episode is the first of a new season. In Season 5 we will be considering the Alaska State Motto – “North to the Future” as a model for how we positively think about the future. #anchoredcity https://anchorageutc.org https://www.facebook.com/AnchorageUTC @AnchorageUTC Resources Used I Make Thi…
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458 How to Handle Anxiety When You're Around Toxic People
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30:46In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares compassionate, practical tools to help you manage anxiety around "toxic" or triggering people—without losing your peace, your confidence, or your values.
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[ATHLETE] The Long Road to Triathlons & Beyond w/ Nicole Hilley
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32:43Nicole joins us on the Strides for Strength podcast to share her journey from a high school state champion swimmer to a triathlete chasing Ironman dreams. From navigating setbacks like injuries and illness to rebuilding her running from the ground up, Nicole’s story is one of discipline, patience, and persistence. Whether you’re curious about triat…
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457 The Secret to Calming Climate Anxiety (Even When the News Feels Like Doom) with Sarah Jaquette Ray
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54:28This episode turns climate anxiety from paralyzing doom into doable, feel-good action by blending nervous-system care, compassionate mindset shifts, and practical, community-centered steps.
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BTS 36: Returning to The Hydra of Homelessness – Micro-Unit Housing
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37:22BTS 36: Returning to The Hydra of Homelessness – Micro-Unit Housing Season three of this podcast was titled “The Hydra of Homelessness.” In that season, back in 2022, we looked at a number of different issues connected to homelessness to get a more complete view of the complexity of that issue. On this episode we are returning to the Hydra of Homel…
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[ATHLETE] Making Running FUN Again + Finding Your Legacy w/ Kristen Rudd
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50:27In this episode of the Strides for Strength podcast, Kristen sits down with Coach Mich to share her journey as a runner, reflecting on her journey from a hesitant participant using primarily the on/off again via Couch to 5k method to a now consistent, strong, motivated athlete. She discusses the importance of finding personal motivation, the impact…
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456 The 3 Lies Depression Tells You Every Day
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42:42Kimberley Quinlan exposes the three lies depression tells (hopelessness, helplessness, worthlessness) and shares simple, science-backed steps—thought witnessing, compassionate reframes, and opposite action—to break the cycle and rebuild momentum.
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BTS 35: Day of Storytelling for the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet w/ Jasmine Redgrave & Taylor Strelevitz
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25:33On Saturday November 8, 2025 there will be a Day of Storytelling for the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet as part of an effort to have our area designated as a National Heritage Area. At that event more than fifty "storytellers from across the Anchorage-Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area are coming together to reflect on who we’ve been, who we are now, and wh…
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[FOUR COACHES] Track Obsessions, Pro Running Hot Takes & Race Pivots
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31:24The Strides for Strength coaching crew is back together on the mic! In this roundtable catch-up, we get real about marathon training highs and lows, pivoting race plans, pregnancy running struggles, and how to keep running fun when life feels full. Tune in for hot takes on the pro running world, updates on our own training (or lack thereof), and th…
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455 Pregnant and Scared by the Headlines? What to Know About Tylenol, SSRIs, and Autism Risk
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Our Boston Marathon Dreams & Dual Realities of This Years Time Cutoff w/ Coach Erin & Mich
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25:54In this bonus episode, Michaela and Erin share their very different experiences with this year’s Boston Marathon registration results. One got in, one missed it by just five seconds. Together, they unpack the emotions, lessons, and logistics behind chasing big goals and how to hold space for both joy and heartbreak in the same moment. What You’ll H…
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When Training Feels Inconsistent (But Life is Full) w/ Coach Erin & Mich
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454 Suicidal OCD vs. Real Suicidal Thoughts: How to Tell the Difference (with Taboo Tracie)
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