Common Ground
20 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Welcome to Common Ground, a captivating podcast that delves into the very essence of what it means to be human. Join us as we explore the interconnected worlds of fitness, mental health, sports, music, and the beautiful tapestry of life that weaves them all together.
Hosted by Marcus Smith, Common Ground is your go-to resource for inspiration, motivation, and transformative stories. I believe that true empowerment lies in finding commonalities amidst our differences and discovering the threads that connect us all.
In each episode, we bring you compelling interviews about sports, music, mental health, and everyday life to help triumph over every and all shapes and forms of adversity. Learn from their experiences, gain practical insights, and unlock your own potential as you navigate the highs and lows of your personal journey.
Whether you're an athlete seeking to elevate your performance, a music lover, or someone simply looking for guidance on mental well-being...
Common Ground has something for you.
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Episodes
4. Back & Better with Marcus Smith
September 30, 2022 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MBwhat's up? - there really is no better way to say this other than... it's about damn time. need a morning pick-up? gym motivation? or simply something to overhear while working, the intention of this episode is mainly to bring the energy to you the listener in a new and unique way. content creation continues to be a primary passion that i continue to invest my time in and the form of a podcast - just fits. with that being said, here we have the first of many to come in "transparent and au...
4. Back & Better with Marcus Smith
September 30, 2022 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MBwhat's up? - there really is no better way to say this other than... it's about damn time. need a morning pick-up? gym motivation? or simply something to overhear while working, the intention of this episode is mainly to bring the energy to you the listener in a new and unique way. content creation continues to be a primary passion that i continue to invest my time in and the form of a podcast - just fits. with that being said, here we have the first of many to come in "transparent and au...
3. The Start Of A New Friendship with @FitWithMichy
July 24, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBInstagram really is something special. I mean, day to day you meet new people and you never truly know who they will be. Today’s guest is the difference… When we first connected…. We connected. Speaking directly to mental health and mindset, fitness became the main topic of conversation moving forward. What I have for you guys here today, is more than an Instagram connection. She’s a friend and someone I truly believe will continue to inspire me to be my best. I know today’s conversation wil...
2. Family Ties Beyond Sport with Clarence Gay
July 24, 2022 00:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBFriendship, what more can a man ask for… Today’s guest actually is more than just a friend, he’s family, and today the truth comes out. In my journey, i have faced struggles, obstacles, and unknown events and today’s conversation happens to be a result of one of them. You never truly know who will forever be in your corner until you make a choice to open up and allow them in. Today’s guest simply went from being another kid at the Brock University Soccer tryouts to a friend and now I am prou...
3. The Start Of A New Friendship with @FitWithMichy
July 24, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBInstagram really is something special. I mean, day to day you meet new people and you never truly know who they will be. Today’s guest is the difference… When we first connected…. We connected. Speaking directly to mental health and mindset, fitness became the main topic of conversation moving forward. What I have for you guys here today, is more than an Instagram connection. She’s a friend and someone I truly believe will continue to inspire me to be my best. I know today’s conversation wil...
1. Social Media, Mental Health & Reality with @SociallyBrooke
May 24, 2022 02:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBInstagram really is something special. Day to day you meet new people and you never truly know who they will be, but today’s guest is the difference. Speaking directly to social media, my guest today truly keeps it social. With mental health and mindset being an important topic of conversation, today we bring social media into the mix and invite you to join the conversation.
The You Project - Episode #1 @SociallyBrooke (Let’s Get Social.)
May 24, 2022 02:00 - 22 MBInstagram really is something special. Day to day you meet new people and you never truly know who they will be, but today’s guest is the difference. Speaking directly to social media, my guest today truly keeps it social. With mental health and mindset being an important topic of conversation, today we bring social media into the mix and invite you to join the conversation.
002 - So... What's Up.
May 02, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.05 MBSo... What’s Up? What’s Popping? Another episode, another step forward, and a time for you to say “YES” to your future. Episode 2 dives into what exactly is going on in the life of Marcus Smith. Answering questions of “what” and “where”, insight is shared of a positive direction in both Physical and Mental aspects. If there is one thing that you should know about this episode before listening… it is this - My Energy Is Alive. Your Daily Motivation Lives Here! @thatmotivatedkid / @moder...
001 - Story Up.
April 25, 2021 19:00 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MBModern Millennial... Why The Name? It’s Simple, That's Me! — Being a Modern Millennial is special, I mean… balancing a full-time job while focusing on developing both mentally and physically is hard and this podcast aims to help at the office, the gym, or simply on the go by letting you know that we will grow together. When you think of positive energy, let’s continue to think of Marcus Smith (better known as That Motivated Kid), sharing his insights and more on what it means to start gro...
Lost & Found - Episode 006 (Xavier Ellis - @Xafitness6
February 27, 2021 19:00 - 25.9 MBWe all look to build something special in life, right? My guest in this episode aims to help within the physical aspect of your life. Xavier Ellis is a fitness enthusiast who promotes a healthy Vegan lifestyle. What he has built, is something special and it sets him apart due to his high standards to showcase both the upside of the vegan lifestyle and how it fuels the benefits of health and fitness. Today, we look to shed light on friendship, focus, and the mindset needed to grow. Fair warni...
Lost & Found - Episode 005 (Shaka Fonderson - @BeyondTheGame)
February 12, 2021 02:00 - 40.5 MBWant to see the power of Friendship? This episode is something truly special as I connect with a special friend in a collaborative effort to spread the right vibe. Motivation can come from many different places and how you find your motivation is up to you… but is it sustainable? In a global climate such as ours, sometimes it can be easy to give up and let the world pass on by, but is that what you want? Be sure to tune into this episode with Shaka Fonderson (@Beyond_TheGame) and share our ...
Lost & Found - Episode 004 (Matthew Smith - @MattSmithFitness)
November 13, 2020 03:28 - 33.8 MBWhat exactly is the Golden Era? It is something many people know as the fitness industry known as the highest point in the popular sport known as bodybuilding. When we look at the highest point and what is needed to achieve its reach, it takes work, time, and the perfection of a craft to simply get better. This episode looks to dive right into the means of Bodybuilding as we bring a recent but good friend of mine to explore Why The Golden Era? And how it looks to foster the right mindset need...
Lost & Found - Episode 003 (Keveshan Padachey - @PackPerformance)
September 28, 2020 03:06 - 36.2 MBIn a city full of leaders, there are many who continue to create their own path. Some more than others, tend to focus on the physical and the same can be said about the mental side of things. When I first met today’s guest, there was something extremely interesting about him and the way he carried himself on an everyday basis. Something unique, something bigger than himself looking at the bigger picture of life. When we think of this podcast and its purpose, this continues to be a new avenue ...
Lost & Found - Episode 002 (Jeff Cody - @TheCodyCore)
September 04, 2020 03:09 - 25.5 MBPlant-Based Athlete - When we think of the fitness industry, there is a list of terms that come right to mind: #backday, #chestday, and of course… #core. This is exactly where we will be focusing on this episode of Lost & Found. Jeff Cody, an Under Armour athlete continues to excel in the fitness industry with his diverse workout routines along with the promotion of being a plant-based athlete. When we think of core exercises, we should think of @TheCodyCore, and believe me, he does not disap...
Lost & Found - Episode 001 (Victor Miranda - @ProteinPapi_)
August 16, 2020 15:00 - 38.1 MBMovement is Medicine? What exactly does that mean? In Episode 001 - Why Movement Could Be Your Medicine (Physical & Mental), we dive right into this topic with Victor Miranda (Protein.Papi_). In a conversation that actually happens to be our first time meeting, we uncover the true meaning of the pillar on his message showcasing both the importance of Physical and Mental Health. As a little warning, this episode has a TON of Energy and this is truly the perfect way to get Lost & Found off to a...
Lost & Found - Episode 001 (Victor Miranda - @ProteinPapi )- Movement Is Medicine
August 15, 2020 14:37Movement is Medicine? What exactly does that mean? In Episode 001 - Why Movement Could Be Your Medicine (Physical & Mental), we dive right into this topic with Victor Miranda (Protein.Papi_). In a conversation that actually happens to be our first time meeting, we uncover the true meaning of the pillar on his message showcasing both the importance of Physical and Mental Health. As a little warning, this episode has a TON of Energy and this is truly the perfect way to get Lost & Found off to a...
Lost & Found #00.5 (Marcus Smtih - @ThatMotivatedKid) - Everything In Between
August 15, 2020 13:32 - 14.6 MBEpisode 0.5 - Good Afternoon, Good Evening & Good Night Team… Today we discuss everything in between, the beginning of something special and the work to come. In this episode we reflect upon the past and the direction taken to the present. While this podcast is aimed to inspire and provide you with the energy needed for both of us to grow today….my first episode was….. Flat….. Yeah - I said it and believe me - It is true. But guess what… We all have our off days and in this case I did too…....
Lost & Found - Episode 00.5 (Marcus Smith - @ThatMotivatedKid) - Everything In Between
August 15, 2020 13:32 - 4.39 MBEpisode 0.5 - Good Afternoon, Good Evening & Good Night Team… Today we discuss everything in between, the beginning of something special and the work to come. In this episode we reflect upon the past and the direction taken to the present. While this podcast is aimed to inspire and provide you with the energy needed for both of us to grow today….my first episode was….. Flat….. Yeah - I said it and believe me - It is true. But guess what… We all have our off days and in this case I did too…....
Lost & Found - Episode 000 (@ThatMotivatedKid) - The Start Of My New Chapter
April 14, 2020 02:24 - 3.74 MBEpisode 0 - “We all start somewhere” - Like the title, we build from ground zero. All good things have to start at some point: somewhere, somehow, and for the Lost & Found Podcast, it begins here. Join me in this introduction episode to uncover why am I starting this, what is this podcast about. who I am pushing my message towards and lastly, where do I see it going in the future.Copyright © 2020 by Marcus Smith (That Motivated Kid) All rights reserved. This podcast or any portion thereof ma...
Lost & Found #000 (@ThatMotivatedKid) - The Start Of My New Chapter
April 14, 2020 02:24 - 4.97 MBEpisode 0 - “We all start somewhere” - Like the title, we build from ground zero. All good things have to start at some point: somewhere, somehow, and for the Lost & Found Podcast, it begins here. Join me in this introduction episode to uncover why am I starting this, what is this podcast about. who I am pushing my message towards and lastly, where do I see it going in the future. Copyright © 2020 by Marcus Smith (That Motivated Kid) All rights reserved. This podcast or any portion thereof ...