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Feisty Triathlon

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Feisty Triathlon is the New Home of "IronWomen" and "If We Were Riding." Learn more at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/

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If We Were Riding - "Letting it Go" on Race Day (#243)

May 26, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

This week: Sarah True's "Moms Day Out" in Chattanooga Pros Bring the Party to Races The Ultimate Fan-Girl Experience Sid's Lightning Recap of Wild Racing The Race Photo Everyone Is Talking About "Letting it Go" on Race Day He's Late For a Very Important IM Date Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course through April 10, 2024: https://www.womensperformance.com/strong Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feis...

IronWomen - All Things NIL with Grace Norman and Kennedy Calcagno

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 90.1 MB

In the past few years what it means to be a collegiate athlete has changed dramatically ever since the NCAA changed it rules regarding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Previously, student athletes were not allowed to profit off of their own NIL, but now they are, which has led to a rise of brand deals being promoted on social media and other collaborations of the sort. Just recently, USAT has announced the creation of the Watch Us Thrive Collective for NCAA women's triathlon. On the podcas...

If We Were Riding - Knocking on Creepy Vans (#242)

May 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

This week: Forget Breakfast in Bed Knocking on Creepy Vans Our Beef with Beef  I’m Racing in the Rain  Rookie Tri Tips We All Need An Adult Thunderblanket Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course through April 10, 2024: https://www.womensperformance.com/strong Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://livefeisty.com/ Support "If We Were Riding" Partners: The Amino Co: Shop Feist...

Climbing the Triathlon Ranks with Gina Sereno (S17E67)

May 18, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 93.1 MB

Gina Sereno is a professional short course triathlete for team USA, as well as an engineer for NASA. She got her start in elite level sports competing on the track and cross country teams at the University of Michigan, where she became BIG10 champion. Recently she won the arena games race in Montreal, and will soon be racing the same format in London. She also has been racing at the world cup and WTCS level! In this Interview she tells us about what her journey has been like from starting...

#241 The Group Ride Starts Rolling - If We Were Riding

May 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

This Week: The group ride starts rolling I rock because...right out of the gate! What are you looking forward to? Nice child-rearing! Sid recaps an exciting weekend of racing! (Yes, triathlon IS exciting!) Trash-Talking and Rabid Commentators Heroes or Villians?! Send us a voicemail: speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: Don't miss an episode of "If We Were Riding!" Follow "Feisty Triathlon" on your favorite podcast player for your Feisty Tri Fix @ifwewereriding ...

Triathlon at Every Age with Jackie Yost (S17E66)

May 11, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

This week Haley and Alyssa catch us up on their adventures this past weekend at the Taylor swift concert in Nashville and shooting content in Clermont, Florida for the One Water race! We also had quite a few exciting mail bag questions, so we chat about carbon shoes, blood testing, pre-races nerves, and a lot more. We also had the pleasure of getting to hear from Jackie Yost when Haley met her last week in Florida. She tells us about how she got her start in the sport, the community she has...

Giving Tri a Try with Colleen Quigley (S17E65)

May 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

Many of us know Colleen Quigley as an Olympic steeple chaser for team USA, or maybe from her instagram posts featuring #fastbraidfriday. Recently however, she has decided to step on to the triathlon scene after years spent swimming and biking when sidelined by injuries. She tells us all about her training, and how much joy she finds out on the bike. As well, she talks about how she goes about honing her weaknesses in the pool. Her first race at Tritonman in San Diego resulted in a win, so...

Behind the Scenes of St. Anthony's Triathlon with Susan Daniels and Julie Walker (S17E64)

April 27, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Ahead of St. Anthony's Triathlon this upcoming weekend, we had the pleasure of speaking with returning guest, Julie Walker, as well as Susan Daniels. Julie is the founder and president of Atlanta Tri Sisters (ATS), and Susan is the former race director of ten years for St. Anthony's. Susan has continued to work in the multi sport industry, and in this episode, she tells us about what makes St. Anthony's triathlon so special, and all that she has done to foster a positive and encouraging comm...

Finish Lines to Film Awards with Lesley Paterson (S17E64)

April 20, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 90.7 MB

For many of us, winning one world championship would be the accomplishment of a lifetime- this week's guest has not only won five, but then also went on to produce an Oscar-winning film. Lesley Paterson is a Scottish Xterra triathlete who has been competing since the age of 14! In this episode she tells us what the multi-year long process of producing a film was like for her, and how it parallels elite sport in many ways. She is someone with big goals both on and off the race course, and w...

Real Tri Squad Oceanside Recap with Tamara Jewett and Nicole Falcaro (S17E63)

April 13, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

This week we got to hear first hand from Tamara Jewett and Nicole Falcaro about their awesome performances in Oceanside! They both break down how they felt and what their thoughts were upon finishing, as well as how these results might impact them going forward. Although their journeys in the sport have been very different, both Nicole and Tamara reflect on the many experiences they have in common, such as the large part that social media has begun to play in the triathlon world. Beyond th...

Broadcasting the Magic with Carissa Galloway (S17E62)

April 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

Carissa Galloway is a woman who wears many hats. From race announcing at Disney and Ironmans, to writing a book, to working as a registered dietitian, she really does it all. In this episode, we hear all about what goes on at the Disney running events and why Carissa loves them so much, as well as how that led to her becoming an announcer for ironman. She tells us about her own journey as a runner and mom, and what it means to her to be showing up as a woman in the sports broadcasting space...

The Ability to Tri with Emily Shryock (S17E61)

March 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

Emily Shryock is a para triathlete competing for the USA on the world triathlon circuit. Although she is currently competing among the best in the sport, her journey as a para athlete actually began with rugby. She tells us about how valuable the sporting community was to her in learning how to navigate life as a wheelchair user, after battling the neurological effects of Lyme disease. Beyond that, we hear about her work at UT Austin within the disability cultural center, as well as life w...

Race Directing Behind the Scenes with Loreto Diaz (S17E60)

March 23, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

As athletes, we all know how much work goes in behind the scenes in order to perform come race day. We might not be as familiar, however, with just how much effort is put in to the organization of the events themselves. After her amazing second place finish, Haley got to interview Loreto Díaz, the race director of Challenge Puerto Varas. They discuss how she got into this work, as well as how she hopes to give back to the Chilean community through the race. Beyond that, Loreto touches on t...

Clash Miami Race Report with Ella Hnatyshyn (S17E59)

March 16, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 61.6 MB

This week we got a chance to talk with our very own feisty operator, Ella Hnatyshyn! Ella competed alongside Haley this past weekend in Clash Miami, as her second professional long course race. In the interview she tells us about how she got into triathlon after competing as a synchronized swimmer, her preparation for this race (including a hot bath protocol), and so much more. We also got to record a special race recap immediately post-race where Ella and Haley tell us about both their awe...

Trying Something New with Lucy Bartholomew (S17E58)

March 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 133 MB

100-milers and IRONMANs are VERY different. In terms of training, mindset, and distance - these races are nowhere alike. So what would it look like to be an athlete for both? Well, Lucy Bartholomew is. Looking at the 2023 season, it seems like Lucy may race both Kona in October, and UTMB in September. Lucy is an Australian Ultra Trailrunner - Haley and Alyssa welcome her onto the podcast to talk about her recent foray into triathlon and how she manages both this and ultra trail running. Lu...

Why Equal Opportunity is No Longer Enough - An International Women's Day Discussion - Women's Performance

March 08, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

What does equity mean in sport? Yes, it's women being included, but it's also resources for racing moms, supporting the inclusion of Black folks in historically white sports, having size-inclusive athletic gear, and SO much more. Feisty Media welcomes a panel of women with intersectional identities to celebrate International Women's Day and discuss why equal opportunity is no longer enough. Hosted by Selene Yeager and Sara Gross, guests Khadijah Diggs, Marley Blonsky, and Alison Tetrick shar...

Why Equal Opportunity is No Longer Enough - An International Women's Day Discussion - The Feisty Women's Performance Podcast

March 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

What does equity mean in sport? Yes, it's women being included, but it's also resources for racing moms, supporting the inclusion of Black folks in historically white sports, having size-inclusive athletic gear, and SO much more. Feisty Media welcomes a panel of women with intersectional identities to celebrate International Women's Day and discuss why equal opportunity is no longer enough. Hosted by Selene Yeager and Sara Gross, guests Khadijah Diggs, Marley Blonsky, and Alison Tetrick shar...

The Tri Report with Shannon Spake (S17E56)

March 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

While you may know Shannon Spake from her time as a NASCAR reporter, or an NFL reporter for Fox Sports, we know her from triathlon. As an avid triathlete, Shannon has raced in five 70.3 triathlons and many shorter-distance races. Reaching out to CLASH, Shannon also made her way into triathlon broadcasting. Shannon puts her all into everything she does and shares how that drive has helped her succeed in her personal life, broadcasting, and triathlon. As Shannon explains, a good reporter doe...

Taking the Next Step with Tiencia James (S17E55)

February 23, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 88.5 MB

This week, Haley and Alyssa welcome Tiencia James onto the pod. Tiencia is a multisport coach and accomplished age group triathlete, mom, and emergency room physician. She also happens to be coached by our very own Haley Chura. Tiencia tells us how training fit into her life as she worked as a physician during the covid pandemic, the lessons she’s taken from the ER to the race course, and the best places to race and bring your kids. Tiencia’s race experience includes several World Champion...

Being the First with the Hampton University Tri Team (S17E54)

February 16, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 113 MB

Keeping up with NCAA Triathlon is a full-time job; here at Ironwomen, we are crushing it. While last week we chatted with the second Historically Black College or University to have an NCAA Tri team, this week we speak with the first. Welcoming the Hampton University head coach Dr. Jodi Jensen, Assistant coach Mangai HoSang, and second-year student-athlete Jordyn Bryant, they tell us all about how this team came to be. Announcing the team in 2018, with Sika Henry and the CEO of USAT at the...

Setting the Precedent with The Delaware State Tri Team (S17E53)

February 09, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 71.2 MB

As Women’s NCAA Triathlon nears the monumental benchmark of becoming a fully fledged NCAA Championship Sport, we check in with one of two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with a Division I Varsity Team. This week, Alyssa and Haley welcome the Head Coach of Delaware State University, Hannah Loftus, as well as sophomore student-athlete Chara Hinds. As a very new women's triathlon program, Chara talks about what it was like to join the team with no "older athletes" to guide...

Being Seen with India Cook (S17E52)

February 02, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 91.1 MB

As a marathon runner, race announcer, YouTuber, podcast host, and RRCA - certified run coach, India Cook has a lot to say about being seen in the running industry. This week, we welcome India Cook to share her experience as a Black woman in this space, how she got to where she is today, and her effort to get more women of color coaching. While India started her running career as a feat to lose weight, she shares how important it is for that "why" to continually change. Discussing what it's...

A Journey to Triathlon Photography with Nettey Nygard (S17E51)

January 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

There have been some seriously professional photos coming from our fellow athletes recently, and it seems as though many them are being credited to The Nordica Photography. We wanted to get to the bottom of this, so this week we welcomed Nettey Nygard - co-founder of The Nordica Photography. Running this company with her partner, Mark Evans, Nettey shares how it all began. Diving into her own journey to sport and specifically, triathlon, Nettey shares what the photos mean to her and why the...

The Art of Racing 70.3 with Grace Alexander (S17E50)

January 19, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 82.5 MB

Not long ago, something pretty amazing happened. Grace Alexander, a triathlete running in the amateur field won OUTRIGHT at Ironman Gulf Coast 70.3. That's right. Grace was the first woman to win an Ironman-branded race to win overall amateur. Now, as a high-ranking professional triathlete, we have Grace on the show to discuss how she got to where she is today. Recently taking on new coach Matthew Rose, the same coach as Haley, Grace shares her race plans for 2023. The trio talks about wha...

Finding Your Place with Rachel Mensch (S17E49)

January 12, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 93.5 MB

In the triathlon sphere, there is always two sides: short course or long course? Rachel Mensch likes them both. This week, Haley and Alyssa welcome Rachel, American pro triathlete, to discuss her journey to triathlon. Rachel shares how she got into triathlon, after an extremely multidisciplinary athletic approach through high school and college. Eventually bringing them all together in the sport of triathlon, Rachel kind of does it all. The trio discuss Rachel's 2022 season, the highs and ...

**REBROADCAST** Fuelling Your Best Self with Elizabeth Inpyn

January 05, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

This week on the show Haley and Alyssa sit down with triathlete and Certified Sports Nutritionist Elizabeth Inpyn. She is the founder of INPYN, a nutrition coaching company that provides support for athletes of all levels to reach their athletic and wellness goals. Elizabeth studied chemistry and biology at UC Santa Barbara, where she also swam and played water polo at the collegiate level. After college she was given a bike as a birthday gift, this sparked her interest in triathlon and she ...

**REBROADCAST** The Barkley Marathons with Alyssa Godesky

December 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

This week on the show, Ironwomen has a VERY special guest. Our very own Alyssa Godesky has just recently attempted the Barkley Marathons, and will be sharing all of the trials and tribulations of this gnarly route.  Barkley is designated as an “Ultramarathon Trail Race” that spans 100 miles and has a time limit of 60 hours. With around 16,500m of vertical climb, it is understandable why not a single runner was able to finish the entire course this year.  Alyssa gives us the run-down of the...

Women's Ultraman World Champion with Dede Griesbauer (S17E43)

December 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

This week, we bring you the 2022 Women's Ultraman World Champion, Dede Griesbauer. Obviously, Dede is an extremely multifaceted person, as this is her third time on Ironwomen - each episode with a different topic. Dede shares her journey to Ultraman, and the ways in which the pitfalls along the way actually helped her in the long run. After qualifying for Ultraman in February of 2020, Dede had to wait a very long time to race. Which, in fact, helped her be at her most peak performance for ...

Using What You Have with Amanda Presgraves [Special Guest Appearance from Gwen Jorgensen](S17E47)

December 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 122 MB

Getting into a sport can be extremely daunting. Getting the right gear seems overwhelming. This week, Alyssa and Haley welcome Amanda Presgraves - athlete, coach, and author. Amanda shares her journey in sport, and all of the random bikes she used to get to where she is today. Amanda has also released a cookbook specifically filled with non-recipes that allow you to use what you have. As it turns out, Amanda is a big fan of making do with the items at your disposal! Finally, we also have a...

Winning as a Family with Liz and Nancy Jorgensen (S17E47)

December 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

The journey of Gwen Jorgensen in the triathlon sphere has been absolutely groundbreaking. From being Olympic Athlete of the Year twice, to winning the first ever triathlon gold medal for the US - Gwen has truly made history for women in sport. And, as discussed in the episode, she couldn't have done it without her family. This week, Haley and Alyssa chat with Gwen's mom and sister - Nancy and Liz. Co-writing Go, Gwen, go: A Family's Journey to Olympic Gold, Nancy and Liz share what it is l...

Finding Creativity with Giulia Bortolotto (S17E45)

December 01, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 89.7 MB

After emergency surgery for appendicitis during her training season, Giulia Bortolotto found herself quite bored. As a Pro triathlete, Giulia had to take her two-month recovery seriously and was looking for ways to maintain her connection to triathlon. That's where illustration came in. This week, Haley and Alyssa chat with Giulia - A Brazilian pro triathlete and artist, who spends much of her time drawing illustrations of other pro triathletes. The duo talks to Giulia about how she got in...

Live Reaction Show to the News of Women's Only Kona IRONMAN World Championships

December 01, 2022 01:30 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

For the first time in history, men and women will race the IRONMAN World Championships on different days in different locations. The women will race in Kona on October 14, 2023, and then the men will race in September at an undisclosed location (will be announced in January 2023). Feisty Media CEO, Sara Gross, was joined live by IRONMAN CEO, Andrew Messick, journalist Kelly O'Mara, and pro triathletes and Feisty podcast hosts, Sarah True and Haley Chura, for a live discussion and reaction s...

Breaking Records with Amy Robitaille (S17E44)

November 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

With the Ultraman World Championships starting tomorrow in Kona, we wanted to talk to a past champion. That's why this week, Haley and Alyssa chat with Amy Robitaille about her win at the 2022 Ultraman Canada. With a 10km (6.2 mile) swim and 144km (90 mile) bike on the first day, a 276 km (171 mile) bike on the second day, and an 85km (52.4 mile) run on the final day, Amy pushed her body to its limits. Amy shares her key to winning, which in fact, means slowing down a bit. As Amy says, "yo...

New Beginnings with Alex Watt, Hailey Poe, and Averi Lewis (S17E49)

November 17, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 96.3 MB

This week we bring you two very special interviews. With the big news of the Sun Devils winning the 6th NCAA Div 1 title, Haley and Alyssa chat with athlete Hailey Poe and her coach Averi Lewis. Discussing what this win means for them, and for the future of triathlon. Following this, Haley and Alyssa talk to new pro-triathlete, Alex Watt. Alex shares what it is like for her to move her way into the pro field, and how she is going about this. Further she talks about the challenges she has f...

New Beginnings with Alex Watt, Hailey Poe, and Averi Lewis (S17E43)

November 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB

This week we bring you two very special interviews. With the big news of the Sun Devils winning the 6th NCAA Div 1 title, Haley and Alyssa chat with athlete Hailey Poe and her coach Averi Lewis. Discussing what this win means for them, and for the future of triathlon. Following this, Haley and Alyssa talk to new pro-triathlete, Alex Watt. Alex shares what it is like for her to move her way into the pro field, and how she is going about this. Further she talks about the challenges she has f...

Battling The Cold with Sonja Catano (S17E42)

November 10, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 82.4 MB

Wait...was the Ironman 70.3 World Championships cold or something? Apparently, it was freezing in St.George, and this seems to be the talk of the town lately. So, to answer all of the questions, Haley and Alyssa welcome Sonja Catano onto the podcast. Coming in 17th at the 70.3 Word Champs, Sonja is a professional triathlete and fierce competitor. From purchasing Walmart Uggs, to shoving hand warmers everywhere, Sonja can attest to the cold temps in St.George. She shares what that race was ...

Fueled is Fast with Eloise du Luart (S17E41)

November 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 98.3 MB

Stories of underfueling, eating disorders and disordered eating as a whole, are not uncommon in endurance sport. In fact, they are quite common, and this week, Haley and Alyssa talk to Eloise du Luart about her journey to triathlon, her experience with disordered eating, and how she found her way out of that. Haley and Alyssa chat with Eloise about her race season this year, how she feels about her upcoming world championship race, and what she expects from her off-season. Eloise shares ho...

The 70.3 Preview Show with Jocelyn Wong Neill (S17E40)

October 27, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 75.1 MB

Who is excited for the Ironman 70.3 World Championships?!?! WE ARE. This week, Haley and Alyssa welcome Jocelyn Wong Neill onto the podcast to talk alllll things 70.3. The last time Jocelyn was on the show she was 16 weeks pregnant, and now? She has a two-year-old! The trio shares their top podium picks, and dark horses, and talk generally about what this race will look like. For the first time since 2010, the 70.3 is happening post-Kona, so many of the athletes racing will have just compl...

Racing Middle Distance with Amy Cymerman (S17E39)

October 20, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MB

Amy Cymerman has tried it all. From nordic skiing to track and field, Amy has found her safe spot in "middle distance" triathlon. Making a huge splash at the New York City Tri with back-to-back wins, we are rooting for Amy at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships next week. Recording this episode just before Amy's race at Cozumel 70.3, we hear all about how she trains for the heat. Amy also talks about the challenges she's faced while dealing with complications from a broken collarbone. Fi...

Waterfall Racing with Joy McAdams & Kona Recap (S17E38)

October 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

From one podcaster to another, we LOVE the Waterfall Racing Podcast. That's why we invite Joy McAdams this week to talk about the podcast and how she got her start in Triathlon. Running her first marathon in 2019, Joy competed at the St.George Ironman World Championships in May. And, of course, we bring you the Kona race recap from Haley Chura. Coming in 13th, Haley shares the highs and lows of the race - as well as what NOT to do on the swim course. Follow Joy on Instagram @jmcadams5 A...

The Women of Kona - Episode 8 - All The Happy Tears

October 08, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes - 88.5 MB

Race day has come and gone, and today we bring you the final episode of The Women of Kona. Kelly and Sara meet once again in the "studio" to discuss the interviews of the day and share some dialogue around how the women's race really panned out. We bring you coverage from the post-race press conference where Chelsea shares the challenges of training postpartum, and the top five discuss possible alterations to the Thursday race format. Heading over to the Coeur Sports brunch, Sara chats wit...

The Women of Kona - Episode 7 - Race Day Recap & A Win for Moms

October 07, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MB

Yesterday we saw a truly historic race. The competition, the women, the energy, and the finish. With Chelsea Sodaro taking the win, spectators witnessed the first post-partum mom to hold the Ironman World Champion title. Post-race, Sara and Kelly chat with Chelsea, Lucy and Anne, as well as the GOAT - Daniela Ryf. And, of course, we hear from Haley Chura about how much she "enjoyed" the heat. Enter the Feisty Kona Giveaway at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/link-in-bio Sign up for the T...

The Mailbag Episode (S17E37)

October 06, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 88.5 MB

It is race day!! If you're listening to this episode on the day of its release...Haley is currently on the race course kicking ass! Today, while you're watching the Ironman World Championships, Haley and Alyssa bring you a Mailbag Episode. The duo answers questions about racing in the heat, treadmill running, heart rate, and much much more. We also hear how Haley feels about her race and how her training went. Go, Haley, go! Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course through April 10, ...

The Women of Kona - Episode 6 - The Kelly O’Mara Show and Race Day Picks

October 05, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MB

Okay, Feisty Friends...tomorrow is the big day! Who will come out of the water first? Who will be the first off the bike? And who will win? For the first time, we have 50 pro-women racing at the Ironman World Championships, and we couldn't be more excited. Today, we talk to Kelly O'Mara about how she feels about the race, and who her top podium picks are. Of course, everyone is betting on Daniella Ryf, but what about Fenella, Sarah, Lucy, and all the rest? Finally, we hear Sara's top podiu...

The Women of Kona - Episode 5 - A Sweaty Day at the Press Conference

October 05, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 55.1 MB

It's day 5 in Kona and things are heating up! Today we bring you interviews from the pro-press conference. We hear from Sarah True, Daniela Ryf, and get a question from the first person with Down Syndrome to finish an Ironman - Chris Nikic. Finally, Sara and Ellen chat with Vanessa Foerster and Lauren Vallee, age group competitors and the founders of the company With > Against. Follow With > Against on Instagram @withisgreaterthanagainst Enter the Feisty Kona Giveaway at https://www.feist...

The Women of Kona - Episode 4 - The Lovely Haley Chura

October 04, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 64.4 MB

Haley Chura is LOVELY. And that's a fact. Today, Sara welcomes guest co-host (and regular co-host of Ironwomen) Haley Chura, to discuss how she feels about her race and what motivated her to come to Kona. Sara interviews the CEO of Ironman, Andrew Messick, and asks him how he feels about having a women's only day next year, and what it means to him to have equal slots for the pro women. We hear from a Kona local about her feelings on double the people in town this year, and finally, Ellen ...

The Women of Kona - Episode 3 - Swim Tips & Fancy Day

October 03, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 63.1 MB

DAY 3 PEOPLE. And the women's race is only 3 sleeps away! Today, Sara is joined by guest co-host Ellen Pennock - Canadian Triathlete and Feisty Creative Director. As the hype in Kona continues, the Feisties head to the Ho'ala swim and chat with the winners - Fenella Langridge and Lauren Brandon. Both athletes give us tips on staying calm in the open water and how they feel about their race. We also talk to Bianca Fernandez-Clark, one of the first women from the Dominican Republic to qualif...

The Women of Kona - Episode 2 - Living Aloha

October 02, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MB

It's day two of The Women of Kona! Today, Sara is joined by guest cohost Jocelyn McCauley as they discuss motherhood, racing, and the ins and out of the women's race. We feature interviews with the winner of the Fun Run, Livia Eggler, local Kona-ite, Lynn Mattix, and finally - Ironman Kona Race Director, Diana Bertsch. Learn about Fund Her Tri at https://fundhertri.org *** Support the Podcast *** Coeur Sports: Use the code KONAHOT10 for $10 off at coeursports.com TRIHARD: Use the code F...

The Women of Kona - Episode 1 - From 5Q to Thursday

October 01, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 83.8 MB

We are in Kona! The Feisty team has touched down on the Big Island and we are bringing you on-the-ground interviews and discussions with some of the biggest names in the sport, as well age-groupers, old-timers, and fans. This week, Sara is joined by guest co-host Jordan Blanco, as the feisty crew brings you in-person interviews with the first Indian woman to compete at the Ironman World championships, Gwalani Meena Vankawala, age-grouper Alicia Allen, and - they even surprise Chelsea Sodaro...

The Kona Preview Show with Emily Cocks (S17E36)

September 29, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 71.9 MB

Drumrollllllllll...The Ironman World Championship Women's Race in Kona is only 7 days away!!!!! This week, while Haley Chura trains her butt off, we have special guest host Emily Cocks on to share all of her race day predictions. Alyssa and Emily discuss all of their pro-women top podium picks. Of course, Haley will always be our pick - but they also talk about their dark horses and the athletes that won't make it to the Big Island this year. Follow Emily on Instagram @swimmerwhotris Fo...

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