Best Key McKay Podcasts (2025)

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160 Israel Keyes Part 1 (With History Goon) 1:16:11

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We're BACK folks! The new studio is up and running, and we are ready to return to putting out episodes weekly! This week, History Goon joins Bill to cover part 1 of the heavy hitter, Israel Keyes. We cover his upbringing, shady cast of characters that he hung out with, as well as his first known murders. https://www.instagram.com/crimeskillerscults…

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229. How to create your perfect running program - periodisation, intensity & structure 44:18

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In this episode of The Stronger Stride Podcast, Sophie discusses how YOU can create your own personalised training program using evidence-based training principles. The conversation briefly covers personal updates, including Sophie's journey back from injury and the importance of cycling as cross-training. The main focus is on the principles of tra…

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The Hidden Risks Of Workplace Celebrations And How To Fix Them | HR L&D Podcast Christmas Special 44:04

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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Revolutionizing HR: AI's Role in Modern Learning & Development 52:54

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In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day sits down with John Kannapell, President and COO of Cypher Learning, to explore how AI is reshaping learning and development and what this means for the future of HR. The conversation covers why traditional LMS models are no longer fit for purpose, how AI native learning platforms are collapsing …

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228. 2025 Wrap Up - BEST & WORST moments of the year 40:59

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In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, hosts Lydia and Sophie reflect on the year 2025, discussing their personal highlights, lowlights, and lessons learned. They share their chosen words for 2025, achievements in training, and the challenges they faced, including injuries and health diagnoses. Looking ahead, they set goals for 2026, empha…

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227. Will Running Ruin My Knees or Make Them Healthier? (send this to anyone who told you that running is bad for you) 36:34

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227. Will Running Ruin My Knees or Make Them Healthier? (send this to anyone who told you that running is bad for you) Today we dive into one of the most persistent myths in the running world: “Running destroys your knees.” In this episode, Lydia breaks down the latest research on running, joint health, and long-term wellbeing, and the findings mig…

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226. Key Strategies to Maximising Training During the Holiday Period 32:22

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In this episode, Sophie Lane discusses the importance of the need for planning recovery and training during the holiday period and strategies for maintaining fitness during the off-season. The conversation also emphasizes setting realistic goals and planning for the new year, as well as the importance of a gradual return to training after a break t…

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225. Calling Out Misinformation 52:10

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This episode outlines Sophie's personal concerns about misinformation online - in this case, a particular podcast with a very large platform. She critiques various training programs and emphasises the need for consistency and proper intensity prescription. She addresses common misconceptions about gym equipment and injury risk, the balance between …

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The Psychology Behind Learning That Makes Change Happen 56:17

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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224. Reflecting on an Injury Chapter w/ Psychotherapist Freya Bronwin 1:03:50

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In this episode, Freya, a psychotherapist, discusses the emotional challenges runners face during injuries and the importance of reflection in recovery. The conversation explores mental fitness, community support, and the value of embracing new activities while navigating the uncertainty of injury. Freya shares insights on identity shifts and the l…

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The Hard Truth About HR Career Growth In The Age Of AI 40:27

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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223. Running Biomechanics, Gait Re-training, Training Load & Injury Risk in Runners 1:02:48

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223. Running Biomechanics, Gait Re-training, Training Load & Injury Risk in Runners Does how you run impact your risk of injury? How much can you safely increase your training before your risk of injury starts to climb? In this episode, we dive into the research on running biomechanics, training volume and practical implications on risk of injury; …

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222. How to improve your running economy & become a better runner 1:03:26

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How to ACTUALLY improve your running performance through strength and power training. For ALL runners - 100m to 100km. This conversation delves into the intricacies of creating individualised rehab and strength training programs for runners, emphasising the importance of understanding injury history, training age, and the specific demands of differ…

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159 The Thrill Killer Couple, Benjamin and Erika Sifrit 54:07

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Its another solo episode from Bill...But, things will be back to normal soon hopefully. I really appreciate you all sticking with me! Tonight, I'm covering Benjamin and Erika Sikrit. Benjamin, a failed Navy Seal, with a taste for the wild side of life, who believed he was owed everything. Erika, a woman who lived a very strict yet neglected upbring…

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Why Learning Is the Growth Lever Most Companies Fail to Pull 45:27

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*In this episode: Why Learning Is the Growth Lever Most Companies Fail to Pull* This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce b…

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221. Glorified Suffering & Misinformation in the digital running world (PART 2) 33:40

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221. Glorified Suffering & Misinformation in the digital running world (PART 2) Welcome to PART 2 of our catch-up-a-sode where we chat about performative and glorified suffering and misinformation online. Thankyou so much for listening, we know you're going to love it! Follow Us on Instagram: ⁠ @⁠⁠⁠strongerstride⁠⁠⁠ | @⁠⁠⁠lydia_mckay⁠⁠⁠ | @⁠⁠⁠sophi…

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220. PART 1; Bone Stress Recovery, 5km Time Trial + Injury Reflections 59:11

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220. PART 1; Bone Stress Recovery, 5km Time Trial + Injury Reflections Today Lyds + Soph catch up with each other on their training, rehab and future goals. We dissucss; - Soph's bone stress rehab updates - Returning to running after nearly 12 weeks off - Benchmark testing with a 5km time trial - Pacing strategy when you haven't run hard in nearly …

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158 Eric Locke, Deadeye Dickhead 50:06

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We're back! Kind of...Bill released a solo episode to get something out there. He explains the situation in the episode. Tonight, we're covering Eric Locke, an Irish ass clown who was born with a deformity in the nether regions. He later used that as an excuse for stalking and murdering a sweet woman, who actually pretended to care about this chuck…

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How AI is Making HR More Human with Daniel Strode 42:25

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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219. Comprehensive Guide to Training Zones - Lactate, Zone 2, 80/20 48:44

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In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, Sophie Lane, an exercise physiologist and running coach, delves into the intricacies of training zones. She explains the physiology behind different zones, how to calculate them, and the importance of metrics like heart rate, lactate, RPE, power, and pace. Sophie also discusses the benefits and limita…

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How to Use AI to 100x Business Performance with Matt Leta 42:32

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217. Structuring Your Training Week + Your Most Common Questions 58:31

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217. Structuring Your Training Week + Your Most Common Questions In this episode of the Stronger Stride Podcast, Lydia McKay dives into one of the biggest challenges runners face: how to structure strength training alongside running. Whether your goal is performance, injury prevention, or simply enjoying training without burning out, getting the ba…

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216. The Physiology of Altitude & Heat Training - Dr Katie Slattery 53:13

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In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, Dr. Katie Slattery, a senior lecturer in sport and exercose science, shares her extensive knowledge on endurance physiology, focusing on altitude and heat training. She discusses the physiological adaptations that occur at altitude, the best practices for living high and training low and potential ris…

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How To Build Human-Centric Leadership in an AI World with Bob Johansen, Jeremy Kirshbaum & Gabe Cervantes 42:36

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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215. Lydia’s return to run and Sophie’s injury journey continues 1:06:00

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In this episode, Sophie and Lydia catch up on: - Sophie’s bone stress injury updates - Lydia’s return to run post-injury - The ups and downs of training and recovery - The importance of connection and community

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214. Fueling Performance: Sports Dietitian Hanah Mills on Carbs, Electrolytes & Nutrition Science 1:05:05

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Fuelling Performance: Sports Dietitian Hanah Mills on Carbs, Electrolytes & Nutrition Science In this episode, Lydia sits down with sports dietitian Hanah Mills to unpack the crucial role nutrition plays in performance, recovery, and overall health for athletes, especially runners. Hanah shares her personal journey into dietetics, highlighting ho…

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The Menopause Maze: Making Midlife Leadership a Strategic L&D Priority with Fiona McKay 39:40

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This episode is sponsored by Deel. Ensure fair, consistent reviews with Deel’s calibration template. Deel’s free Performance Calibration Template helps HR teams and managers run more equitable, structured reviews. Use it to align evaluations with business goals,reduce bias in ratings, and ensure every performance conversation is fair, consistent,an…

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213. Meeting Eliud Kipchoge & Sifan Hassan 33:41

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In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, Sophie shares her incredible experience of meeting running legends Eliud Kipchoge and Sifan Hassan at a Nike panel event. She discusses the pressure athletes face, the profound impact of running on people's lives, and her personal reflections on the event. The conversation highlights the joy of specta…

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212. Returning To Running After 6 Months Off: Bone Stress Diaries 50:28

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112. Returning To Running After 6 Months Off: Bone Stress Diaries Today Lydia discusses her return to run journey coming back from 6 months off with a bone stress injury. She discusses; Factors leading to injury Strength and plyometric regime Walk run plan Reflections on time off Identity and purpose outside of running We are so grateful for y…

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Belonging, Inclusion & the Future of Human Connection at Work with Greg Morley 58:45

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Download Deel’s free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://shorturl.at/Y1ySB What does it really mean to belong at work? In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, Nick Day sits down with Greg Morley — global HR leader, former Head of DEI at Moët Hennessy, and author of BOND:…

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211. Nutrition Insights for Ultra Runners: Research, Misinformation & Balance with Mick Chapman 57:21

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Nutrition Insights for Ultra Runners: Research, Misinformation & Balance with Mick Chapman In this episode of the Strongest Stride Podcast, Lydia and Sophie Lane welcome back Mick Chapman - our first ever triple return guest! Mick is a familiar face in the Sydney fitness community and a researcher whose work focuses on nutrition for ultra runners…

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157 Killers Who Were Stupid and Got Themselves Caught 58:42

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In this brutally satisfying episode of Crimes, Killers, Cults and Beer, we dive into the dumbest decisions that brought some of the world’s most dangerous serial killers to justice. These weren’t master criminals brought down by genius detectives—they were their own worst enemies. From Israel Keyes using his victim’s debit card at ATMs on camera, t…

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210. How Sophie ended up with TWO bone stress injuries 37:51

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In this episode, Sophie Lane reflects on her recent experience with a bone stress injury, discussing the factors that contributed to it, the emotional impact of the diagnosis, and her plans for recovery. She shares insights on training load, nutrition, and the importance of support from friends during this challenging time. Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠…

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The Psychology Behind Toxic Workplaces (And How to Fix Them) with Dr Mary-Clare Race 46:34

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Ready to transform your HR operations? Download Deel’s free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://shorturl.at/Y1ySB Why do toxic workplaces thrive, and how can leaders turn them around? In this HR L&D Podcast episode, we’re sitting down with Dr Mary-Clare Race, a workplac…

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209. Phil Gore - Backyard Ultra WORLD RECORD holder! 57:32

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In this episode, Phil Gore, the Backyard Ultra world record holder, shares his BYU journey and we explore the reasons behind his success. Phil also addresses handling pressure and expectations, the balance of suffering and enjoyment in running, and his future aspirations, including the upcoming World Championships. His insights reflect a deep passi…

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208. Challenge for Change 29:17

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Sign up here - https://www.challengeforchange.org.uk CFC instagram - @challengeforchangeglobal In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, host Sophie interviews her uncle David Fenton about his initiative, Challenge for Change, which aims to raise funds for local children's charities through a global fitness challenge. David shares his persona…

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Mastering Office Politics: Power, Promotion & Playing to Win with Michael Wenderoth 55:53

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Ready to transform your HR operations? Download Deel’s free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://www.deel.com/resources/ai-in-hr-global-organizations/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_hrnewsletter-t…

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156 The Murder of Captain Marty Theer 1:35:47

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When U.S. Air Force Captain Marty Theer was gunned down in a Fayetteville parking lot just days before Christmas in 2000, authorities were baffled. But as investigators unraveled the case, they discovered a tangled web of lies, betrayal, and a deadly love triangle. At the center? His wife, Michelle Theer — a seemingly sweet marriagecounselor with d…

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207. REDs in Men: Luke Vanderfeen’s Story of Recovery, Identity & Overtraining 52:10

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207. REDs in Men: Luke Vanderfeen’s Story of Recovery, Identity & Overtraining Today we hear from Luke Vanderfeen, an Aussie physio and runner now based in London at The Running Room, where he works exclusively with runners. Luke recently went through a personal and professional turning point: being diagnosed with REDs (Relative Energy Deficiency i…

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CKCB Features, EP 12: 2 Faith Assembly Cult Survivors Discuss It 2:22:58

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Bill is joined by Andy, a fellow Faith Assembly Cult Survivor. They discuss the horrors of growing up in that cult. Its intense. Don't miss this one! Got a beer you want Doug to review? Send him an email [email protected] Any other podcastcorrespondence, send it to [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/crimeskillerscultsandbeer/ https:/…

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206. Quick Fixes for Knee Pain That Aren’t a Waste of Time (a running physios perspective) 32:42

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206. Quick Fixes for Knee Pain That Aren’t a Waste of Time (a running physios perspective) Today we dive into one of the most common running complaints: knee pain. In particular patellofemoral pain and ITB syndrome, we explore the world of quick fixes and whether they are worth your time. Lydia breaks down common tools and strategies used to manage…

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Why HR Leaders Deserve a Seat in the Boardroom | Andrea Wareham 53:32

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Ready to transform your HR operations? Download Deel’s free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://www.deel.com/resources/ai-in-hr-global-organizations/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_hrnewsletter-t…

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205. DNF'ing + working hard vs. having fun + training updates + we're cyclists now? 49:08

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In this episode of the Strongest Stride podcast, hosts Sophie Lane and Lydia McKay discuss various topics related to running, including upcoming community events, the importance of understanding DVT and blood clots, insights from running coaches, and personal training updates. They delve into the concept of DNF (Did Not Finish) and the balance betw…

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155, Cindy McKay: Con Artist, Murderer, Idiot 1:38:10

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Cindy McKay thought she was a criminal mastermind—but in reality, she was more Dollar Store than Oceans Eleven. In this episode, we dive into the ridiculous rise and spectacular fall of Cindy McKay: con artist, arsonist, murderer…and, frankly, an idiot. From scamming neighbors with laughably bad schemes to setting fires she couldn’t control (or eve…

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204. REDs in Runners + Female Athlete Physiology with researcher Melissa Lodge 57:57

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204. Female Athlete Physiology + REDs in Runners with researcher Melissa Lodge This episode explores one of the most important but often misunderstood topics in endurance sport: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). Lydia is joined by Mel Lodge, PhD candidate and founder of the popular Instagram page Fed Collaborative, to break down the scie…

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154 Prison Tinder 2, with Texas True Crime 1:40:26

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In this episode, we bring you the long awaited sequel to the Prison Tinder episode! We’re covering people who fell in love with criminals in prison. Bill is joined by Texas Jessica of Texas True Crime, and we cover everyone from Charles Manson’s flame, Star toLuka Magnotta and the Menendez Brothers, along with a couple you may not have heard of. Al…

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How To Build Human-Friendly Workplaces in the Age of AI | Kate O’Neill 56:07

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Ready to transform your HR operations? Download Deel’s free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://www.deel.com/resources/ai-in-hr-global-organizations/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_hrnewsletter-t…

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203. Blood Clots and Running: What Every Runner Needs to Know About DVT 37:08

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This episode was inspired by this article by the wonderful Tara from Coogee Run Club - ⁠https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/health/health-news/marathon-running-deep-vein-thrombosis-risk-blood-clot/news-story/7b1358593ed07953ec08b7f5d9c0f105 ⁠ Thanks for listening!! @strongerstride

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153 Botched Executions Through History: With History Goon and Murder Coaster 1:27:18

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In this episode, Bill welcomes Kevin “History Goon” Carleton, and “Murder” Matthew Brockmeyer of “The Mighty” Murder Coaster in a lively discussion about historical executions, focusing on botched executions throughout history. We delve into the stories of Margaret Pole and Mary Queen of Scots, and explore the life of Jack Catch, a notorious execut…

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202. Greta Truscott - The Philosophy Behind One of Sydney's Best Running Coaches 50:17

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Find Greta here: Rejoov - https://www.instagram.com/rejoovrunners/ Greta - https://www.instagram.com/greta_truscott/ Rejoov - https://rejoovrunners.com.au/ If you're interested to join any of Rejoov's sessions, or discuss individual online coaching, check out the Rejoov website or message Greta on instagram! In this episode of the Strongest Ride po…