Best Nick Fitzgerald Podcasts (2025)

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“Inspire, Don’t Motivate” | Dr. Nick Fitzgerald on Culture, Care, and Team Autonomy 49:35

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In this episode of Little Wins, Karen Borchert sits down with Dr. Nick Fitzgerald, superintendent of Canajoharie Central School District in upstate New York. As just the sixth superintendent in the last hundred years, Nick leads a small rural district with a deep sense of tradition and an equally bold vision for the future. Nick shares how his team…

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We Are BACK! The Parables Podcast Relaunch with Ejay Cruz | EP. 85 35:57

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THE PARABLES PODCAST IS BACK — 5 Years Later. I left my 12-year nursing career, built a life in entrepreneurship, launched a podcast that changed my world — then life tested me in ways I never expected. In this comeback episode, I share: - Why the podcast stopped - The moment that forced me to return - What’s coming next — and why it’s bigger than …

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S26E7 - Stephen Chidwick Andreas Mavromoustakis Craig Tapscott 1:39:27

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What a show we’ve got for our Season 26 curtain closer! We are joined by one of the greatest to ever play the game Stephen Chidwick. We also welcome Cypriot break out star Andreas Mavromoustakis. For strategy, we look at a very cool hand that Andreas played in the WSOP online main event. Craig Tapscott stops by to discuss his ‘Mind Games’ series of…

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Gabriella Lester - Now You See Me LIVE! - S6E51 45:25

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Gabriella Lester has joined the cast of the new touring show Now You See Me Live, based on the popular Now You See Me Film franchise. She discusses the casting process, creating magic for the show, and their first show at the Sydney Opera House. Nick Locapo kicks off the show, discussing the latest tricks and the Vogue article declaring magic at yo…

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Cross-Training Masterclass: Coach Megan Flanagan on How to Add Other Sports to Your Running 59:30

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Megan Flanagan is a former collegiate athlete and writer for Outside Magazine, a certified running coach and personal trainer, and a Spartan Elite podium athlete. She has a bachelor’s in Psychology & Nutrition, a master’s in Public Health, and has finished four 100-mile races. Megan is a multi-faceted athlete and works with a variety of runners in …

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What It Really Takes to Become a Payroll Leader in 2025 with Carlyn Davis 41:03

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This episode is sponsored by Deel Managing a global team is complex, Deel makes it simpler with payroll, HR, IT, and compliance all in one place. That's why over 35,000 businesses trust Deel to hire, pay, and manage their teams worldwide. See how Deel works at www.deel.com/nickday What does it take to turn a payroll job into a leadership career? In…

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“From Teacher to Leader: Grant Gellert on Community-Driven Culture” 42:52

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In this episode of Little Wins, host Karen Borchert sits down with Grant W. Gellert, Assistant Principal at MaST Community Charter School in Philadelphia. With nearly two decades at MaST, beginning as an English teacher and now leading the high school. Grant shares how deep roots and responsive leadership shape a culture where students and teachers…

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The Lock-In 108 - Jim Reid 52:48

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This week, we are locked in with dream-chaser and RecPoker podcast host Jim Reid. David and Dara talk to Jim about being the subject of Season 2 of the documentary series ‘Chasing The Dream’. They also talk about the IPT Killarney (where Dara competes for the €100,000 WPT Global Golden Ticket bonus) and poker in Ireland in general. There is a round…

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Fitzgerald - The Black Rabbit Rose & More - S6E50 54:51

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Fitzgerald stops by the show to discuss the Black Rabbit Rose Theater in Hollywood, as well as his work with The Unholy Three, and his transition from magician, to comedian, and then onto comedy magic. The show starts with Nick & Erik discussing the latest tricks and news in the magic world.By Erik Tait

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How to Build Fatigue Resistance with the Coach of Both UTMB Champs, Scott Johnston 1:08:58

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Scott Johnston is one of the top coaches in the world, especially in mountain and high alpine sports. He's worked with Killian Jornet and recently coached both winners of the most prestigious trail race on Earth, UTMB (Tom Evans & Ruth Croft). He's also author of one of my favorite training books, Training for the Uphill Athlete and founder of the …

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How AI Will Transform Payroll Forever with Michael Francis 44:22

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This episode is sponsored by Deel Managing a global team is complex, Deel makes it simpler with payroll, HR, IT, and compliance all in one place. That's why over 35,000 businesses trust Deel to hire, pay, and manage their teams worldwide. See how Deel works at www.deel.com/nickday Payroll is no longer just a back-office function, it’s the heartbeat…

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“Four Days, Full Impact” | Dr. Davidson on Time, Trust, and Teacher Support 34:44

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In this episode of Little Wins, Karen Borchert sits down with Dr. Jeremy Davidson, Superintendent of Elsberry R-II School District in rural Missouri. Leading a district of just over 800 students, Jeremy brings a steady and deeply relational approach to leadership, where visibility, respect, and care are non-negotiables. Jeremy shares how his distri…

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David Regal - Television, Magic, & Meaning - S6E49 44:22

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David Regal stops by the show. He is a television writer, creator, performer, and powerful force in magic creativity. He's an executive producer and co-head writer on The Carbonaro Effect. A popular performer at The Magic Castle. In this wide-ranging interview, he discusses his history in television, creating magic, and behind the scenes on one of …

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10x National Champ Sara Hall on the Secrets to Running Longevity for Decades 49:33

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Sara Hall has been competing at the highest level for nearly 30 years. She was the 2000 high school national cross country champion before earning 7-time All-America honors at Stanford University. Not only has she won 10 US National Championship titles, but she’s the only American to win national titles in both the mile and the marathon. Her incred…

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The Future of Payrolling Benefits: What Every Payroll Pro Needs to Know with Richard George 51:28

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This episode is sponsored by Deel Managing a global team is complex, Deel makes it simpler with payroll, HR, IT, and compliance all in one place. That's why over 35,000 businesses trust Deel to hire, pay, and manage their teams worldwide. See how Deel works at www.deel.com/nickday Payroll is no longer just about processing payments. It’s about driv…

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“Leadership You Can See” | Dr. Lee Byrom on Visibility, Culture, and Teacher Retention 44:27

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In this episode of Little Wins, Karen Borchert sits down with Dr. Albert Lee Byrom, superintendent of Poth ISD in rural Texas. A former San Antonio police officer turned educator, Dr. Byrom brings a servant-leadership mindset to his district of fewer than 1,000 students. His journey from patrol car to principal to superintendent is grounded in one …

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S26E6 - Ari Engel Emmett Mullin Nick O'Hara 1:23:25

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This week, we are joined by the cashiest poker player in history - Ari Engel. We also welcome poker player and moustache aficionado Emmett Mullin. For strategy, we will take a look at a hand of David's from the Partypoker UK Tour Glasgow. Nick O'Hara stops by to discuss the now WPT Global sponsored IPO Dublin. Plus, Poker Twitter God, now on Instag…

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John Reid - The Man Behind The Greatest Mouth Coils In The World. Also Balloons. S6E48 1:05:50

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John Reid is a Guinness World Records balloon sculptor, a legendary magician, on the forefront of teaching magic to the youth, and the guy who has kept Cressey Coils as the premier coil producer in the world. He shares a wide-ranging conversation with Erik Tait. The show kicks off with Erik & Nick discussing the latest tricks, and the recent spate …

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How ‘Coach of the Year’ Sean Brosnan Revolutionized Newbury Park’s Cross Country Team 53:32

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Coach Sean Brosnan turned around a struggling Newbury Park high school cross country team that hadn't qualified for a State Championship in 25 years. Soon, they had won three consecutive National Championships. How did he do it? Sean shares the psychological and physical strategies he used to instill belief, develop fitness, and build the bond betw…

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The Secret to Delivering Unforgettable Presentations with Patricia Fripp 47:45

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This episode is sponsored by Deel Managing a global team is complex, Deel makes it simpler with payroll, HR, IT, and compliance all in one place. That's why over 35,000 businesses trust Deel to hire, pay, and manage their teams worldwide. See how Deel works at www.deel.com/nickday Every conversation is public speaking, and legendary speech coach Pa…

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Insights from Global Pay Fest 2025 You NEED To Know 43:22

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Managing global payroll shouldn’t mean juggling vendors and compliance risks. Deel, recognized in the Gartner® Market Guide for Multicountry Payroll Solutions, helps finance teams automate payments, standardize reporting, and stay compliant in 100+ countries. Get key insights from industry experts to future-proof your payroll strategy. Download the…

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Blake Vogt - From Couch Surfing To Legendary Magic - S6E47 35:12

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Blake Vogt has worked behind the scenes for David Copperfield, David Blaine, Dynamo, and Justin Willman. He's also become quite the popular performer himself with his appearances on Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Disney Cruise Ships. Blake discusses creativity, sleeping on couches, and how a titanic winter storm changed his life forever.…

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Why Free Payroll is a Game-Changer for SMEs with Employment Hero's Kevin Fitzgerald 51:23

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Managing global payroll shouldn’t mean juggling vendors and compliance risks. Deel, recognized in the Gartner® Market Guide for Multicountry Payroll Solutions, helps finance teams automate payments, standardize reporting, and stay compliant in 100+ countries. Get key insights from industry experts to future-proof your payroll strategy. Download the…

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The 7 Best Recovery Strategies (Learned From 15 Years of Coaching) 29:04

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What are the most effective recovery strategies for runners? In this episode, Jason distills his 15+ years of coaching and 27 years of running experience into the most important lessons about the recovery process. Hindsight is 20/20! For more on recovery, download our free Little Black Book of Recovery & Prevention and you'll hear advice from 9 eli…

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“Joy Is Contagious” | Sarah Harless on Leading With Energy, Heart, and Little Wins 38:38

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In this episode of Little Wins, Karen Borchert sits down with Sarah Harless, principal of Bear Lake School in Michigan, where the entire K–12 community is housed under one roof. With 24 years of experience at Bear Lake—serving in roles from Title I aide to teacher to principal—Sarah brings a rare depth of perspective on what it takes to cultivate t…

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Mortenn Christiansen - The Funniest Two-Time World Champion Ever - S6E46 52:54

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The new world champion of Parlor Magic Mortenn Christiansen returns to the show to discuss how what started as his hand stuck in a Pringles can turned into a second world championship. He discusses how the act developed, how his first win changed his life, imposter syndrome, and so much more.By Erik Tait

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S26E5 - Seth Davies TheSaurus Ivonne Montealegre 1:38:51

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This week, we are joined by highstakes beast and the biggest tournament winner of the last 12 months Seth Davies. We also welcome poker player and Battle Rap legend Thesaurus. For strategy, we take a look at a hand of Dara’s from a WSOP event. Ivonne Montealegre stops by to discuss the Sigma Poker Tour. Plus, Meme-Tsar and Friday Party Madness cham…

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How to Improve the 3 Running Thresholds (Z2, LT, and VO2 Max), with Phil Batterson, PhD 1:19:16

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Phil Batterson is a competitive runner, former running coach, and the founder of Critical Oxygen. Phil has a PhD in human bioenergetics and a love for all sorts of endurance sports, from rowing to track and field and ultras. His goal with Critical Oxygen is to teach athletes and coaches how to optimize their physiology to maximize endurance perform…

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“Passion Shapes the Team” | Evan Hecker on Culture, Leadership, and Little Wins 43:59

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In this episode of Little Wins, host Karen Borchert sits down with Evan Hecker, principal and culture-builder, to talk about the power of relationships, visibility, and gratitude in leadership. Evan shares how he’s made trust the foundation of his work, why celebrating small successes fuels momentum, and how giving both students and teachers a voic…

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Jason Michaels - Military Tours, Tourette's, and The IBM - S6E45 34:05

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Jason Michaels takes a break from hosting his own podcast to discuss The International Brotherhood of Magicians, touring military bases around the world, and how he has embraced his journey with Tourette's not only as a magician but also as a storyteller.By Erik Tait

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How to Create a Marathon Breakthrough: A Coaching Call on Massive Marathon Improvement 1:10:43

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Dan joins us on the podcast today: a runner who recently improved his marathon from 3:38 to 3:08. In this conversation, Dan shares what he did to improve by a massive 30 minutes over 26.2 miles. But what if he wants to keep going? What if Dan wants to run another 30 minutes faster and start flirting with a sub-2:40 marathon? We'll cover what traini…

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How Deel Is Disrupting Global Payroll with Tech, AI, & In-house Experts with Vic O’Callaghan 45:55

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Struggling with global payroll complexity? Get Deel’s expert-backed playbook to automate payments, stay compliant in 100+ countries, and simplify multicountry payroll. Download the report and future-proof your payroll strategy today: https://shorturl.at/jtKL9 In this episode of The Payroll Podcast, Nick Day speaks with Vic O’Callaghan, Director of …

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“Culture Is Built in the Doing” | Dr. Vito Perrone on Leadership That Inspires Excellence 43:12

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In this episode of Little Wins, we meet Dr. Vito Perrone, superintendent of five small, distinct school districts in Western Massachusetts. In his first year at the helm of this uniquely complex and collaborative setup, Dr. Perrone brought a clear focus on people-first leadership, relationship-building, and transparent communication. Karen and Dr. …

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The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Partner in Payroll with Karen Thomson 1:02:30

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Struggling with global payroll complexity? Get Deel’s expert-backed playbook to automate payments, stay compliant in 100+ countries, and simplify multicountry payroll. Download the report and future-proof your payroll strategy today: https://shorturl.at/jtKL9 How do you go from an entry-level payroll role to becoming a Partner at one of the UK’s le…

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Nick Locapo - The First Card Trick Performed At The Hand & The Eye - S6E44 52:11

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Nick Locapo returns after a long absence to discuss the hottest new products, his experience at Magic Live, and give an eagerly awaited update on The Hand & The Eye, the hot new magic venue coming to Chicago.By Erik Tait

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The Path to Going Pro: How Annie Rodenfels Went from D3 to Elite Runner 51:20

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Andrea (Annie) Rodenfels is a 7x All-American in the steeplechase and 5,000m, national champion, Drake Relays 3,000m steeplechase champion, and 2x Olympic Trials qualifier. Annie is also one of the few pro runners to come from a Division III school. In this episode, we discuss her path to going pro: The evolution of her career from college to now H…

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S26E4 - Nacho Barbero Olga Iermolcheva 1:37:24

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Banger Alert as we welcome to the show highstakes poker pro and WPT Global ambassador Nacho Barbero for what is a very frank interview. We are also joined by poker pro, podcaster and CoinPoker ambassador Olga Iermolcheva. For strategy, we will take a look at a tricky endgame satellite spot of mine. Dara and David talk sbout playing on your own bank…

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“Connection Is the Curriculum” | Jordan Stuhan on Building Culture One Relationship at a Time 44:00

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In this episode of Little Wins, Karen Borchert sits down with Jordan Stuhan, a principal who leads with humility, intentionality, and a fierce belief in people over performance. From his very first day on the job, Jordan flipped the traditional playbook—choosing to listen, observe, and connect before making any sweeping changes. In their conversati…

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Erik Tait - FISM, Magic Live, and a Destroyed Voice! - S6E43 30:20

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We've never missed an episode, and we won't let Erik's poor destroyed voice from working two magic conventions back to back get in the way of that streak! This week, Erik shares his thoughts on FISM, Magic Live, the troubles of travel, the incredible magic he saw, and sharing new products with the magic world.…

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Inside the Science of Wearable Tech with Dr. Peter Tierney (Hardware, Metrics, & More) 1:12:54

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When you get a new smart watch, heart rate monitor, or other type of wearable, do you know how it will help your running, specifically? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations across Europe. He joins us today to discuss the science behind wearable tech.…

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2026 Employment Rights Bill Breakdown & Impact on HR, Payroll and Compliance | PQT July 1:22:45

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Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today! UK Payroll Is Changing: Are You Ready for What’s Coming in 2026? In this episode of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day a…