BAM - Bad Ass Moms
Middle Age Women Kicking Ass and changing the world!
Get ready to dive into the extraordinary lives of real women who are redefining what it means to be a force of nature. From juggling roles as nurturing moms and devoted partners to dominating in the professional arena and conquering athletic feats, these women are the true embodiment of superheroes.
Get ready to dive into the extraordinary lives of real women who are redefining what it means to be a force of nature. From juggling roles as nurturing moms and devoted partners to dominating in the professional arena and conquering athletic feats, these women are the true embodiment of superheroes.
Join us as we delve into candid conversations about life's journey, embracing fitness at any age, navigating the twists of aging, nurturing relationships, embarking on adventures, and tackling everything fabulous and fascinating that comes our way.
Welcome to a podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and sheer awesomeness of women who are kicking ass and changing the world!
Welcome to a podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and sheer awesomeness of women who are kicking ass and changing the world!
Episodes
111 episodes
Meet Rachel Hagen "Making Meaningful Connections"
Meet Rachel Hagen! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Rachel, the founder of Noted & Company, a business dedicated to reviving the art of handwritten communication. Rachel shares how her passion for tangible, meaningful co...
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44:14
Meet Katie Stoddard "A Marketing Master"
Meet Katie Stoddard, a mom of three and a successful business owner. Katie shares her inspiring journey, from starting as a middle school teacher to transitioning into publishing, marketing, and eventually launching her own business. She opens ...
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37:40
Lori & Jenny "Let's talk about Misogi"
Hosts Lori and Jenny opt for a relaxed, personal conversation, sharing insights into their lives, goals, and the concept of “Misogi.” They introduce Misogi, a Japanese idea of setting one memorable, meaningful goal each year to cre...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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43:52
Meet Heather Cracraft! Finding Strength in the Face of Tragedy
Meet Heather Cracraft! Heather is an the assistant to the athletic director at the University of Colorado Boulder, a role she has held for the past 6 years. She is a passionate sports fan who bleeds the black and gold of CU, having been a s...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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36:41
Meet Adrea Vahl! "Engineer turned Comedian"
Meet Andrea Vahl! Andrea is a former engineer who transitioned into social media marketing and then comedy. She started an in-home wine tasting business and used social media to promote it, which led to her writing a book on Facebook m...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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40:16
Lori & Jenny "It's Been A Minute"
This episode features a candid conversation between Jenny and Lori, two friends and co-hosts, as they discuss the challenges and joys of their current life stages. Jenny shares her experience of becoming an empty nester, describing...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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38:42
Meet Renee Good! From Nursing to Entrepreneurship in Hormone Health and Wellness
Meet Renee Good! She is a nurse practitioner who recently opened her own practice, Good Integrative Healthcare, which specializes in hormone health, medical weight loss, and sexual function. She previously worked in various nursing roles, inclu...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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41:23
Meet Selene Yeager "Embracing Menopause and Redefining Fitness"
Selene Yeager is a renowned health and fitness writer, podcast host, and former professional cyclist. She discusses how she got into cycling at a young age, eventually becoming a professional racer and Ironman triathlete. Selene talks about the...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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41:48
Meet Sage Roundtree "Balancing the Athlete's Mind and Body"
Meet Sage Rountree, an author, yoga studio owner, and former endurance athlete who has found the balance between her athletic pursuits and a more mindful, yoga-centered lifestyle. She shares her journey from being a competitive runner and triat...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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37:44
Meet Jess Lindsley & Heather Bahlmann "Building Community"
Meet Jessica and Heather, the founders of "Hey Birdie", a community for women. The discussion covers how Jessica and Heather met, the inspiration behind starting "Hey Birdie", and the importance of creating a safe space for women to connect and...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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50:10
Meet Sara Baker "The Ultimate Soccer Mom"
Meet Sara, a fitness professional with a background in corporate wellness. Sara discusses her transition from a corporate role to starting her own fitness business, and how she has adapted her approach to cater to clients of all ages and fitnes...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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35:44
Daily Bite "Lori & Jenny: Reflecting on a Year of Podcasting"
This podcast episode features a conversation between the two co-hosts, Lori & Jenny, as they reflect on their first year of hosting the podcast together. They discuss the amazing guests they've had on the show, the stories that...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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17:17
Meet Meg Smit "Neighborhood Connector"
Meet Meg Smit, a mother of two and an entrepreneur who found her calling in the publishing industry. Meg shares her journey from a high-stress corporate job to becoming a franchise owner for a fitness company and eventually discovering Best Ver...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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41:30
Daily Bite "Summer is Here"
Lori discusses the end of the school year, reflecting on how quickly time passes and the importance of celebrating every moment. While her children are not graduating, she has one finishing first grade and another completing his sophomore year ...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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5:10
Daily Bite "Cherishing Milestones and Moments"
In the past few weeks, Jenny's family has had a lot of celebrations. Her older daughter graduated from college and had a party with her roommates, while her younger daughter graduated from high school and also had a celebration with friends and...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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3:52
Meet Allison Galloway "A Mother's Journey with Her Children's Vision Loss"
Allison is a nurse practitioner who specializes in bariatric surgery and functional medicine. She has two children, Logan and Zoe, who were both diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Leber's congenital amaurosis (LCA) that is causing th...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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50:24
Daily Bite "You Deserve it"
Lori expresses her heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated moms everywhere, acknowledging the immense effort it takes to fulfill the role. She emphasizes the significance of a dedicated day to honor moms and points out that all mother...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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3:59
Meet Amy Shoenthal "Best-selling author, speaker & mom"
BAM welcomes Amy Shoenthal, a best-selling author, journalist, speaker, and marketing consultant. Amy discusses her journey as a new mother and how she navigated a setback in her career after returning from maternity leave. She sha...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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36:39
Daily Bite "Student Decision-Making"
Jenny reflects on her first semester teaching college and shares insights from her experiences. Despite maintaining full attendance, she encountered challenges with student presentations and some not completing the final exam. Drawing from her ...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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5:06
Daily Bite "Leaving Your Options Open"
Lori emphasizes the significance of keeping our options open, emphasizing that making a decision doesn't equate to sealing our fate. She encourages us to perceive opportunities as sliding doors, reminding us that each choice we make merely open...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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4:27
Meet Pam Moore "Intuitive Eating Coach & Comedian"
Welcome Pam Moore, a former occupational therapist who is now an intuitive eating coach and comedian. Pam shares her journey from healthcare to writing and fitness, and how she discovered her passion for intuitive eating and comedy. She d...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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43:20
Daily Bite "Regret"
Jenny reflects on the role of regret in decision-making, prompted by a realization of people having end-of-life regrets. Jenny talks about the risk of leaving a stable job for entrepreneurship, emphasizing that the fear of regret motivated her ...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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5:19
Daily Bite "Failure"
"Failure is an inevitable part of life, and we must learn to welcome it with open arms."Lori shares her recent experience of embarking on a wakeboarding adventure for the first time. Despite numerous failed attempts, she persisted until...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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3:56
Daily Bite "Let the Bad Thing Happen"
Jenny recently shared insights from an interview with an addiction therapist on supporting those in need. The therapist emphasized the importance of recognizing our limitations; we can't always fix others, and at times, we must allow difficult ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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4:04
Daily Bite "Lori's Favorite Workout"
Lori shares insights into her beloved Epic Burn workout class, once a staple at her fitness studios. She dives into its structure and organization, she unveils the secrets behind its success and why she loved the class so much. She emphasizes t...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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4:48