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Rec Ramble

Rec Ramble

By Colorado State University Rec

Produced by student staff in the Colorado State University Campus Recreation department, Rec Ramble is a space to chat about how students engage with recreation, sports, and the outdoors. Whether discussing difficult topics such as body image and gymtimidation or fun segments like "Seen Around the Rec," the Rec Ramble crew bring their unique voices to the mic.
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Rec Ramble - S8E1 "Accessible Rec - Collaboration w/ Joe Tiner from the Disability Center"

Rec RambleAug 27, 2021

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Rec Ramble - S11E5 "It's not goodbye.. it's just see you later!"

Rec Ramble - S11E5 "It's not goodbye.. it's just see you later!"

In this final episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Jen and Chris, along with producer Nick talk about the sunset of the podcast, favorites past episodes and more! Thank you to all of the listeners for following along with CSU Campus Recreation!

Dec 30, 202234:22
Rec Ramble - S11E4 "WeRec ft. Taylor and Quinn!"

Rec Ramble - S11E4 "WeRec ft. Taylor and Quinn!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Chris and Jen speak with special guests Taylor and Quinn to discuss the WeRec initiative!

Dec 29, 202229:31
Rec Ramble - S11E3 "Gymtimidation..again!"

Rec Ramble - S11E3 "Gymtimidation..again!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Jen and Chris take a look at gymtimidation.

Dec 28, 202229:59
Rec Ramble S11E2 "Mental Health and Movement"

Rec Ramble S11E2 "Mental Health and Movement"

Listen along as Jen and Chris explain the importance of movement in your life, and its correlation to mental health. 

Nov 16, 202217:27
Rec Ramble - S11E1 "Chat with a registered dietitian"

Rec Ramble - S11E1 "Chat with a registered dietitian"

Listen along as Jen and Chris talk with a registered dietitian who works at CSU in Housing and Dining as the nutrition programs coordinator. They discuss all things from body positivity to diet culture and it's effects on mental stability. 

Oct 11, 202249:21
Rec Ramble - S10E5 "Rec Crash Course w/ Wazzi, a.k.a. 'Producer Nick' "

Rec Ramble - S10E5 "Rec Crash Course w/ Wazzi, a.k.a. 'Producer Nick' "

Listen along to this season's finale as Jen and Chris break down all that the Rec has to offer. This episode is a great crash course for all things Outdoor Programs, Inter-murals, Sports Clubs, Rock Wall, Aquatics, and drop-in sports!

Aug 23, 202247:56
Rec Ramble - S10E4 "Chat with CSU Women's Soccer Player, Megan Demski"

Rec Ramble - S10E4 "Chat with CSU Women's Soccer Player, Megan Demski"

In this episode, Jen and Chris chat with CSU Women's Soccer Player, Megan Demski! They discuss what it's like working at the rec and the student-athlete experience! 

Aug 09, 202222:57
Rec Ramble - S10E3 "Things to do in Fort Collins over Summer Break"

Rec Ramble - S10E3 "Things to do in Fort Collins over Summer Break"

This week, listen along with Chris and Jen as they break down some summer activities in Fort Collins. If you are in need of some fun summer plans, this is the perfect podcast for you!

Jul 05, 202220:26
Rec Ramble - S10E2 "Come Work at the Rec ft. Sean and Liv"

Rec Ramble - S10E2 "Come Work at the Rec ft. Sean and Liv"

Jen and Chris interview Sean and Liv about their time working at the Rec going from a starting position to Recreational Supervisor, to professional staff. They detail what it's been like to work here, how they have benefited from working here, and so much more!

Jun 22, 202234:05
Rec Ramble - S10E1 "Passing the Torch w/ Jen and Chris"

Rec Ramble - S10E1 "Passing the Torch w/ Jen and Chris"

Say goodbye to Lily! Listen along as she introduces the two new Outreach Assistants, Jen and Chris, and says thank you to the Rec for the past two years!

Jun 02, 202209:39
Rec Ramble - S9E3 "Radical Self Love Week 2022"

Rec Ramble - S9E3 "Radical Self Love Week 2022"

In this weeks podcast, Alex and Lily have two very special guests join them: Taylor Sidore and Stefani Shamrowicz! We explain what Radical Self Love Week is and why we celebrate it. We highlight Stefani's Body Positivity workshop as well as some of our other events for this week. Tune in to see how we radically self love!

Mar 28, 202226:54
Rec Ramble - S9E2 "Student Employee Highlight - Patrick"

Rec Ramble - S9E2 "Student Employee Highlight - Patrick"

Join Lily and Alex as they highlight one of Campus Rec's student employees, Patrick! We talk about many fun things as to what he does for the rec as well what he does outside of the rec. Welcome, Patrick!

Mar 25, 202241:37
Rec Ramble - S9E1 "Valentine's Day Special w/ Kit & Monet"

Rec Ramble - S9E1 "Valentine's Day Special w/ Kit & Monet"

Happy Valentine's Day and welcome to Season 9 Episode 1! Alex and Lily kick this season off with some special guests: Monet and Kit from the organization CREWS. CREWS is a diverse, trained peer education team that helps fellow Rams make safer, healthier decisions about alcohol, sexual health, and tobacco. In this episode, we talk about sexual health, what is and how to keep yourself and others healthy. **This episode contains content that may be disturbing to some listeners. Please check the show notes for a more detailed description. Listener discretion is advised**

Feb 14, 202241:17
Rec Ramble - S8E2 "Welcome Our New Host & Pro Staff"

Rec Ramble - S8E2 "Welcome Our New Host & Pro Staff"

Welcome to another episode of Rec Ramble! Join in on welcoming one of our new hosts of the show, Alex Reba, and CSU Rec's new Assistant Director of Marketing, Nick Eppley!

Nov 02, 202128:39
Rec Ramble - S8E1 "Accessible Rec - Collaboration w/ Joe Tiner from the Disability Center"

Rec Ramble - S8E1 "Accessible Rec - Collaboration w/ Joe Tiner from the Disability Center"

Welcome back to season 8 of Rec Ramble! In the first episode of the season, join Lily Peterson, your host, and Torin Kaletsky, and Joe Tiner from the Disability Center as they discuss accesbility at Campus Rec.

Aug 27, 202135:12
Rec Ramble- S7 EP2 "Fitness Journey ft. Charlie!"

Rec Ramble- S7 EP2 "Fitness Journey ft. Charlie!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Lily and Nick, along with a very special guest Charlie (Max and Lily's mom), discuss Fort Collins favorites and fitness journeys!

Jul 02, 202153:26
Rec Ramble- S7 EP1 "Summer Kickoff! ft. Max!"

Rec Ramble- S7 EP1 "Summer Kickoff! ft. Max!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, Lily catches up with former host (and her older brother) Max!

Jun 18, 202144:10
Rec Ramble- S6 EP5 "Season Finale ft. Special Guest Sarah"

Rec Ramble- S6 EP5 "Season Finale ft. Special Guest Sarah"

In this final episode of season six hosts Lily, Sarah, and Nick talk summer plans, Sarah's recent internship as well as Rec Ramble updates!

May 07, 202101:03:30
Rec Ramble- S6 EP4 "Earth Day"

Rec Ramble- S6 EP4 "Earth Day"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Lily and Nick go over some of the history of Earth Day, CSU Rec's Outdoor programs and more!

Apr 22, 202130:19
Rec Ramble- S6 EP3 "Radical Self Love Week"

Rec Ramble- S6 EP3 "Radical Self Love Week"

In this episode, hosts Lily and Nick recap on the annual Radical Self Love Week and discuss what Radical Self Love means to them. 

Apr 03, 202134:50
Rec Ramble- S6 EP2 "Working During a Pandemic"

Rec Ramble- S6 EP2 "Working During a Pandemic"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Nick and Lily, and special guest Alexa Asher, acting Director of Communications and Marketing for CSU Campus Rec, play a round of this or that and discuss working during the pandemic. 

Mar 18, 202143:48
Rec Ramble- S6, EP1 "Welcome back to Rec Ramble!"

Rec Ramble- S6, EP1 "Welcome back to Rec Ramble!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Lily and Nick discuss life and CSU Rec updates, and play a quick game of "Never Have I Ever" rec edition!

Mar 09, 202138:17
Rec Ramble- S5 EP6 "Winter Break Essentials"

Rec Ramble- S5 EP6 "Winter Break Essentials"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Sarah and Lily play a little "This or That" and go over their top tips for winter break! Happy Holidays, Ramblers!

Dec 21, 202024:53
Rec Ramble- S5 Ep5 "This is Why We Rec!"

Rec Ramble- S5 Ep5 "This is Why We Rec!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Sarah and Lily, as well as producer Nick, talk about Thanksgiving plans and the new "Why We Rec" video!

Check the video out on Colorado State Campus Rec's YouTube Page!

Nov 20, 202040:29
Rec Ramble- S5 EP4 " Rock Wall Spotlight"

Rec Ramble- S5 EP4 " Rock Wall Spotlight"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, hosts Sarah and Lily head out into the Rec for a (socially distanced) game of "Would You Rather" and highlight the awesome Rock Wall here at Campus Rec!

Nov 16, 202016:56
Rec Ramble- S5 EP3 " Your Survival Guide to Zoom U"

Rec Ramble- S5 EP3 " Your Survival Guide to Zoom U"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Sarah and Lily talk tips and tricks to get through virtual classes, and get into a new segment called, "You Can't Do That". 

Oct 23, 202044:28
Rec Ramble- S5 EP2 "Welcome to the show, Lily and Sarah!"

Rec Ramble- S5 EP2 "Welcome to the show, Lily and Sarah!"

In this episode of #RecRamble, producer Nick brings on the brand new hosts, Lily and Sarah! Get to know these two as they talk about favorite CSU's memories and what they are looking forward to on the podcast! 

Oct 08, 202032:51
Rec Ramble- S5 EP1 "Welcome back to Rec Ramble!"

Rec Ramble- S5 EP1 "Welcome back to Rec Ramble!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, Producer Nick and Social Media Manager extraordinaire,  Brian,  talk about what to expect at the rec this fall semester.

Sep 03, 202046:12
Rec Ramble- S4 EP4 "Goodbye, Max and Sara"

Rec Ramble- S4 EP4 "Goodbye, Max and Sara"

Max and Sara host their final podcast as CSU students. Farewell Max and Sara!

Aug 18, 202038:49
Rec Ramble- S4 Ep3 Part 2 "Quarantine Tings"

Rec Ramble- S4 Ep3 Part 2 "Quarantine Tings"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Max and Sara, along with producer Nick talk about all things quarantine. Make sure to listen to part one! 

May 13, 202028:28
Rec Ramble- S4 Ep3 Part 1 "Quarantine Tings"

Rec Ramble- S4 Ep3 Part 1 "Quarantine Tings"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Max and Sara, along with producer Nick talk all things quarantine.  Don't forget to listen to part one!

May 13, 202030:03
Rec Ramble- S4, Ep2 "Rec Ramble Update!"

Rec Ramble- S4, Ep2 "Rec Ramble Update!"

Producer Nick provides a quick update on what's next for Rec Ramble. 

Apr 15, 202010:08
Rec Ramble - S4, E1 "Personal Talks with Personal Trainers" Part 2

Rec Ramble - S4, E1 "Personal Talks with Personal Trainers" Part 2

Part two of episode one!

"In this first episode of season 4 of Rec Ramble, hosts Max and Sara talk to Shannon, a personal trainer at CSU Rec, and Taylor, a coordinator at the Rec oversees various fitness areas. Listen as they talk about gymtimidation, their own fitness journeys, and much more!"

Mar 18, 202044:55
Rec Ramble - S4, EP1 "Personal Talks with Personal Trainers" Part 1

Rec Ramble - S4, EP1 "Personal Talks with Personal Trainers" Part 1

In the first episode of season 4 of Rec Ramble, hosts Max and Sara talk to Shannon, a personal trainer at the CSU Rec, and Taylor, a coordinator at the Rec who oversees various fitness areas. Listen in as they talk about gymtimidation, their own fitness journeys, and much more! Stay tuned for part two of this episode.

Mar 11, 202050:24
Rec Ramble- S3, E4 "New Year, Newtrution"

Rec Ramble- S3, E4 "New Year, Newtrution"

In the final episode of the year, Max and Sara, along with special guest Charlotte Lakin from the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center, discuss nutrition as a college student, best tips, and some common myths! 

Dec 12, 201937:37
Rec Ramble- S3, E3 " Brain Workout!"

Rec Ramble- S3, E3 " Brain Workout!"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Max and Sara discuss ways the Rec works to be an inclusive environment for all, as well as the many positive impacts fitness can have on your brain.  

Nov 14, 201935:46
Rec Ramble- S3,Ep2 "Intersectionality... what is it?"

Rec Ramble- S3,Ep2 "Intersectionality... what is it?"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Max and Sara along with special guest, Maria, discuss intersectionality and how it is reflected at Campus Rec and all around us. 

Oct 25, 201952:30
Rec Ramble-S3,Ep1 " You're about to get schooled!"

Rec Ramble-S3,Ep1 " You're about to get schooled!"

Hosts Max and Sara start a new semester and season of Rec Ramble in this episode! They discuss summer highlights, goals for the year and tips to help listeners have an awesome and productive year!

Sep 19, 201958:38
Rec Ramble S2, EP5 "Season 2 Finale!"

Rec Ramble S2, EP5 "Season 2 Finale!"

Welcome to the final episode of season 2 of #RecRamble! Producer Nick sits downs with a very special guest and discuss everything from sports to dogs to movies and music!

Aug 30, 201944:60
Rec Ramble- S2, Ep4 "Tech Taking Over Fitness"

Rec Ramble- S2, Ep4 "Tech Taking Over Fitness"

In the episode of #RecRamble, Lillian,  Jake and Nick discuss technology and its role in fitness. Will brick-and-mortar gyms cease to exist? What fitness tech do we hope to see in the future? Find out all those answers in more in this episode!

Aug 01, 201938:05
Rec Ramble-S2, Ep3 " A Timeline of Fitness Culture"

Rec Ramble-S2, Ep3 " A Timeline of Fitness Culture"

In this episode of #RecRamble, hosts Sara and Sam discuss the evolution of fitness culture from the 1920s to modern day. They get real about college fitness by sharing a list of relatable thoughts that we've all had before hitting the gym.

Jul 18, 201931:07
Rec Ramble- S2, Ep2 "Summer To-Do List!"

Rec Ramble- S2, Ep2 "Summer To-Do List!"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, producer Nick and Lillian discuss some fun things to do in Colorado over the summer time! From museums, to hikes, to summer concert series, we have something for everything to try out!

Jun 21, 201956:02
Rec Ramble-S2, Ep1 "Summer Host Takeover!"

Rec Ramble-S2, Ep1 "Summer Host Takeover!"

In this episode of #RecRamble, your new summer hosts, Lillian, Sam, and Jake introduce themselves and play a round of 20 questions!


May 24, 201958:23
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep7 "Summer Vibez"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep7 "Summer Vibez"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, Max, Sara and producer Nick discuss their summer break plans, finals tips, and give out episode awards!

May 10, 201953:08
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep6 " The moon landing, Earth Day, and Dinosaurs"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep6 " The moon landing, Earth Day, and Dinosaurs"

In this episode of #RecRamble Max, Sara, and special guest Brooke, discuss Earth day, conspiracy theories and everything in between!

Apr 30, 201951:33
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep5 "Identities and the Rec"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep5 "Identities and the Rec"

In this short episode of Rec Ramble, Sara and Max take dive into identities and how they impact your experience at the Rec! This brief episode sets up the "Identities" series so let us know what Identities you want to hear about!


Apr 06, 201928:22
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep4 "Springg Break & Bracketology"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep4 "Springg Break & Bracketology"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, Max, Sara, and producer Nick start their Spring Break off by discussing March Madness and Spring Break. They go over their spring break plans, predictions, spring break safety tips and everything in between! Happy Spring Break, Rec Ramblers!

Mar 18, 201901:06:28
Rec Ramble- S1, Ep3 "BHM"

Rec Ramble- S1, Ep3 "BHM"

In this special episode of Rec Ramble, Sara and Max sit down with two CSU football players to discuss the life of a D1 athlete,  Black History Month, and much more! Special thanks to A'jon and Thomas for taking time to be interviewed! 

Mar 03, 201949:17
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep2 "Radical Self Love"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep2 "Radical Self Love"

In this episode of Rec Ramble, Max and Sara discuss body image, body positivity, and body perception!

Feb 11, 201935:24
Rec Ramble-S1, Ep1 "Gymtimidation"

Rec Ramble-S1, Ep1 "Gymtimidation"

In this first episode of Rec Ramble, Max and Sara discuss 'gymtimidation". They go over what it is, who is affected, and how it can be prevented.
Dec 19, 201830:08