Power Through the 4th Whistle Roller Derby Podcast

Today is National Concussion Awareness Day. This episode is a little vulnerable as I'm sharing my personal history of concussions and being diagnosed with Post Concussion Syndrome. Not enough people know about PCS and I want to share what I'm learning as I go. More on Concussions: 037 - Concussions & Career Threatening Injuries - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roller-derby-thoughts-037-concussions-career-threatening/id1426139579?i=1000436716430 Kaio-kensi Special Guest! - 087 - Concussions & Brain Safety, Chronic Illness as an Adversary, Training & Recovery - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kaio-kensi-special-guest-087-concussions-brain-safety/id1426139579?i=1000467116375 Turning a Setback into a Comeback (My blog article on Medium) Concussion 101 | Dr. Molly Parker on Do The Thing Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-the-thing-with-whole30s-melissa-urban/id1460152081?i=1000487764370 📷 by Lost Creek Studios Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

I was a guest on The Go Find Out Podcast and my episode came out today. If you want to be inspired by interviews with badass women who kicked their fears to the curb and conquered their goals like a boss, this is the podcast for you! Here's a link to Episode 17: Gina Wagner Crushes it in Roller Derby! : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-go-find-out-podcast-interviews-with-inspiring-women/id1517382441?i=1000491171401 And our next episode of THIS podcast will be released early on Friday for National Concussion Awareness Day. 

In this episode, Coach Dan and I discuss the newly announced Vision and Objectives that have been released by the WFTDA concerning the future of Minimum Skill Requirements. New curriculum? No more official test?? Program recommended but not required?? What does the future of roller derby look like when the individual leagues determine qualifications for playing derby? What pressure does this put on coaches and leadership? Will more skaters come back to roller derby? Will there be favoritism? And biggest of all, does this mean NO MORE 27 IN 5?!? WFTDA announcement Vision and Objectives Check out Jumping the Apex docuseries on https://www.outtvgo.com/! 📷 by Memories by Andy Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

"You're leading people. You're not leading data." (Iggy Perillo) We have a special guest this week! Leadership Coach Iggy Perillo is on the podcast and we talk about helping our leaders in roller derby evolve, how to cultivate new leaders, setting up new leaders for success, and why leading with organizational skills (being the boss of spreadsheets) won't cut it anymore. 📷 provided by Iggy Perillo Learn more about Iggy Perillo and WSL Leadership Coaching at worksportlife.com. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Coach Dan is back! This week, we discuss our TOP FOUR level up lessons from a coaching perspective.  How do you become the leader your team needs at practice and on bout day? How can you be a better communicator?  📷 by David Oliver Photography   Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week, I'm doing some story telling and share the top four level up moments from my roller derby career. These were instances where I rose to a particular challenge and something changed in me to make me a more confident, resilient, and mentally tough athlete. By sharing these crucial moments from my own development that have helped me in my daily life, I hope they resonate with you as well. What are some of YOUR Level Up stories? Please share them with me! It would be good for my soul to hear them. Contact me any of the usual ways. :-) 📷 by ©John Wijsman 2012 Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

That's right. This week, I'm talking about Animal Crossing: New Horizons. What effect does this video game have on perfectionists? How about coping with expectations vs reality? How does this game help us with asking others for help? What does this game teach about forming and building relationships? What are YOU doing in your roller derby league that makes people want to move off your island? What can you do to make your island (league) more welcoming to others? Invite Pascal the Otter because we're going for some deep thoughts in this one. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Some of us want to be super duper serious in roller derby and achieve way hard. Some of us don't want to play this sport unless it's fun. How do we find the balance? I share the story of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal butting heads over their different personality types and experiences with different roller derby leagues and how we tackled this age old dilemma. 📷by Photobomber (Jess Whipple) Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

If roller derby goes away, are we still friends? Or is this all our relationship is built on?  This week's podcast starts off examining different types of relationships and their foundation. Then our main focus is the FIVE stages of organizational culture that determine what you can achieve together. How do you overcome trust issues, apathy, and sarcasm? How do you put aside egos and constant squabbling to unite for the good of all? How can you use a crisis or common enemy to come together? Check out: FREE DOWNLOAD of "Tribal Leadership" by Dave Logan, John King, and Halee Fischer-Wright on Zappos.com: https://www.zappos.com/c/tribal Blog Post: "Why you might want to rethink using the word ‘tribe’ for your business community" Link to Michael Jordan video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJlN882rDLQ 📷by Soul Collector/DeFord Designs Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week continues the multi-part series on Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and the Chicago Bulls. As I share the story of championships 2 thru 6, we see Michael Jordan's continued evolution as a leader when leadership by example is no longer enough, finding fuel to drive him in each battle, Phil Jackson's creative coaching and encouragement of a journey of self exploration for his players, the "enemy's gift", and the steps to self-actualization. Check out: Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson "The Last Dance" documentary on ESPN   📷by Fernando Medina Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week continues the multi-part series on Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and the Chicago Bulls. I explore Phil Jackson's leadership style and his 11 Principles of Mindful Leadership and Michael Jordan's evolution from a singularly focused superstar into a team player. The real mark of a star is how much better you can make your teammates.  Check out: Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson "The Last Dance" documentary on ESPN "Believe-Land" 30 for 30 documentary on ESPN 📷by Ed Wagner Jr./Chicago Tribune/Getty Images Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

What does it mean to be relentless? What would it be like to shed your fears, failures, and worries about the expectations of others? What would it be like not to hold back anymore and be true to yourself?  This week is part 1 of two episodes inspired by The Last Dance, the documentary that explores the career of Michael Jordan and the championship journey of the Chicago Bulls. Source Material - Relentless by Tim Grover 📷by Northland Pulp Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode, I spoke with Punchy O'Guts of 4EYES Coaching + Publications. Punchy is invested in using positivity, compassion, and forward-thinking to connect with, challenge, and inspire athletes. Punchy has published FIVE manuals for training those in roller derby as well as several articles in Five on Five Magazine.  This conversation focuses on a curriculum for safely returning to training on the track. What should we watch for? How do we know when our skaters are ready for the next stage? (apart from WFTDA guidelines, of course) Then we turn to the topic of Inclusive Coaching. To quote Punchy's blog: "Coaches have an incredible amount of power. It’s so important to acknowledge the power we have and use our leadership role to make derby culture more inclusive and safe. We can make intentional decisions so that our behavior, decisions, and language are not focused on creating a space that is only safe for white, cis folks. We must actively choose to create a space that is inclusive and safe for marginalized folks." 📷by Scott Douglas Hemenway Visit Punchy O'Guts at http://punchyoguts.com/ for blog posts on Return to Play Training and Inclusive Coaching Facebook Punchy O'Guts Page Instagram @punchyoguts Twitter @punchyoguts Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

We need to address racism in ourselves and in our teams and leagues. Don't juke around it. Break through the wall. It's a harder path and can be really uncomfortable at times, but we can come out stronger on the other side. Do the work. In this episode, I talk about the broader meaning of words we have heard for decades. We can't go further in our pursuit of Anti-Racism in roller derby and our lives until we understand more about what these words mean. I'll be sharing a couple examples of what this looks like in roller derby and want to give a trigger warning in advance for any BIPOC who don't have the space to deal with that right now. I believe changing our systems and way of thinking about racism has to take place before we can go on a mission of recruitment for people of color to join our leagues. We can’t bring them in until we take some meaningful steps to make our house better before we invite people over. There are cracks in the foundation and we’ve been throwing a rug over it and not noticing they exist. Then I’ll go over some examples of how to approach meaningful interactions to help correct these problematic situations one on one. How do we talk to someone when they say something racially problematic? And how can we receive this information graciously when we make a mistake ourselves? Let's hold each other accountable and move forward together. Please share with me what books YOU are currently reading by contacting the podcast by any method below. :-) Edited to add link to article/1st chapter of book: https://www.yesmagazine.org/democracy/2017/06/30/no-i-wont-stop-saying-white-supremacy/ Link to where you can buy today's source material "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo from Black-Owned Book Retailers: https://robindiangelo.com/ Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week I got to talk to Maurine Filip! Maurine Filip has played for Stockholm Roller Derby Allstars for many years and recently moved to Australia. Maurine has a master’s degree in Psychology and works mainly in sports psychology and organisational psychology. She’s helped individual skaters, teams, and leagues with many different challenges and in this episode, we dive into some of those, including the challenges facing roller derby’s individual athletes and teams during the time of this pandemic. 📷by NSP 189 Photography (https://www.facebook.com/nsp189/) Follow Maurine Filip on Instagram @maurinefilip11 or on FB at Maurine Filip #11 Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week, we get to learn about the inspirational journey and competitive mindset of Erin Jackson. Erin Jackson is a jammer for Jacksonville Roller Derby AND Team USA Roller Derby. Erin grew up in inline speed skating with many national championships and was named Female Athlete of the Year for Roller Sports three times. Months after learning to ice skate, surprising everyone including herself, she qualified for the 500 meters long track speed skating event at the 2018 Winter Olympics. It was also announced in early May that Erin is on the US Speedskating Long Track National Team for 2020-2021. Did I mention she’s doing all of this while furthering her education? 📷by Quick N Derby Follow Erin Jackson on Instagram @speedyj or on FB at Erin Jackson Athlete or on Twitter @ErinJackson480 Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans.  Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode is NOT sponsored by Mota. “Don’t stop having conversations because it’s uncomfortable. I’ve been uncomfortable 32 years of my life. It’s ok for white people to be uncomfortable for the next couple years if it means that everyone is going to be equal and not judged because my skin is different... Social Media has given people this keyboard warrior mentality where they just say awful things about human beings. Ok, this person messed up and they’re trying to remedy it. NOPE! Once this person, always this person and there’s no rehabilitation and you’re awful and you should jump off a cliff. What in the world has our community and culture come to?...I think the issue is that we’re calling people out with no resolution.” Please share this episode...the message is really important. This week's topics are racism and call-out culture in the world of roller derby. The special guest is Baller Shot Caller. Baller has played for Gold Coast Roller Grrls, Atlanta Roller Derby, and Team USA Roller Derby and has been voted as captain for all three. She excels at jamming and blocking and often plays as pivot and is a traveling coach with Tuff Love Coaching.  📷by Zakas Photography Follow Baller Shot Caller on Instagram @ballershotcaller143 or on FB at Baller Shot Caller or Tess Harrison.  If you are looking for places to donate, you can support bail funds in your city by consulting the Community Justice Exchange's National Bail Fund Network, which keeps a database on local efforts or donating directly to National Bail Out. You can also donate directly to families of people killed by police. The families of George Floyd, Tony McDade, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and countless other people who have been murdered by police need financial support to pay for legal and other bills. There are so many good organizations you can donate to. Find them. Podcast Sponsors: Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

To celebrate our very special 100th episode, I am giving an audio letter of gratitude to Bonnie D. Stroir. She inspired me on my path to becoming a better athlete, teammate, leader, and human being. I met Bonnie D. Stoir in 2013 about a month before she retired from roller derby after skating and coaching for over a decade. Bonnie D. Stroir was the first full time traveling roller derby coach and she spread her lessons all over the world, but it was more than just skating. It was about bettering yourself as a person in interpersonal communication and conflict management, treating yourself with compassion and improving your ability to learn, and developing leadership skills to inspire others and pulling the greatest potential out of the people you lead. In this episode, along with my sincere thanks, I am sharing lessons I learned from her that made the biggest impact on developing myself and others over the years to become as awesome as we could be in one lifetime. When we met, I was at a crossroads in my derby career and wasn't sure if I'd make it another season. She opened my eyes to new ways of leading, communicating, and learning that gave me hope for the future again. If our paths hadn't crossed, I don't know if this podcast would exist.  BONNIE NEEDS HELP - Visit the GoFundMe Page for Bonnie D. Stroir (if you don't see a link, find it on our PT4W FB page) Roll Models Youtube Show featuring Bonnie D. Stoir: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhYWmZFQpcpDaiuY-2szode-GqeKRlFlc Follow our Twitch channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

People love complaining. It seems harmless, it connects us as human beings when we can vent to each other or agree with each other on social media. Venting seems to make us feel better. It makes us feel less alone. But what does it really do? You might get a positive boost from that connection but what happens afterward?  We can improve our health and wellbeing, enhance our relationships, encourage healthy sleep, heighten feelings of connectedness and so much more...through the practice of gratitude. I'm going to take you through the science based research on the topic and all the benefits and share ways to express gratitude that go beyond the homework assignment of keeping a journal and are more sustainable for your life. 📷by Jess Whipple/Photobomber PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Releasing this special episode with Double H a day early! In this episode, we discuss the future of roller derby and the big questions that are always being asked. Should roller derby be an Olympic sport? Will roller derby become a professional sport? Will there be a future where I tell someone I play roller derby and they DON'T ask if I elbow people? What's with the pay gap for women's sports and how is the pandemic affecting this? And the big one -- what does the return to play plan look like and when can we start playing roller derby again? Erica Vanstone (Double H) is the Executive Director of the WFTDA. Erica previously acted as the organization’s Chief Media Officer, where she developed the mission-forward broadcast program, WFTDA.tv. After working in the film and television industries for more than a decade, Erica began a career in nonprofit management and sports. She has acted as an announcer for the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, the Arena Football League, and more. Erica is dedicated to expanding perspectives of inclusion around women’s sports and is shaping the WFTDA vision for transformation as it continues its mission to improve and grow the sport of roller derby and its service to the derby community. Video: WFTDA 2020 Annual Meeting - Skate of the Union Form to request the Return to Play Plan WFTDA COVID-19 Updates and Recommendations Contact Double H by e-mail at erica@wftda.com Follow on Twitter @ericaisbusy or Instagram @derbydoubleh 📷by Jason Ruffell PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Inspired by Maslow's hierarchy of needs, I have created the derby athlete hierarchy of needs, outlining all the levels of the pyramid you need to to satisfy starting at basic skating skills and finishing with HIVE MIND. I'll be responding to listener mail of a discouraged skater and offering tips on how we can bond together during tough times and support each other. Come to our FB page at 6pm EDT to watch Bonnie Thunders That Beautiful Moment! 📷by Ciara Janae Photography PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Where do I even begin? Bonnie Thunders has accomplished sooo much in this sport! Teams and players change their strategy and playing style to defend against her jamming. Bonnie makes others into better players by bringing it every day. Bonnie started playing roller derby in 2006 with Gotham Girls Roller Derby, later transferred to her current team, Rose City Rollers, and played with Team USA in the Roller Derby World Cup every year it has happened. Bonnie has competed at the TOP LEVEL of our sport setting a standard for us all for over a decade. Bonnie is goals. Topics we discuss in this episode include the importance of fundamentals, creating challenges for yourself at practice so you can win games, how her mental toughness has helped her rise to the occasion again and again, and the evolving lessons she has learned over the years about leadership. Tune in to watch Bonnie Thunders: That Beautiful Moment Film Screening on May 9th at 1pm or 6pm EDT! #bonniethundersmovie Follow Bonnie Thunders on Instagram @bonniethunders. 📷by Paul PreFlash Gordon Robertson  PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Do you feel like you don't quite "fit in" with your team or league? Do you struggle as a leader influencing your teammates? Do you find yourself in conflict more than collaboration? This week, I'm sharing lessons I learned from Dale Carnegie's book, "How to Win Friends and Influence People" written in 1936 that have helped me grow as a teammate and leader in roller derby. 📷by Ciara Janae Photography PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Subscribe to our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerThroughthe4thWhistle. Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

I researched the history of the sport of roller derby from 1935 to 1999. From Leo Seltzer and Transcontinental Roller Derby to RollerGames of the 1980s... What a strange journey our sport has had! The endurance races, the staged fighting, the Alligator pit, RollerGames the video game...there is SO MUCH to unpack here. See the FULL VIDEO on our Youtube channel at this link: https://youtu.be/Slp3jr994kQ Tune in for our next Story Time with Jackie at 8pm on Fridays at twitch.tv/jackiebauertv Show Notes and link to Youtube playlist for this episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/history-of-derby-36345832 You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

“It’s so easy to fall in love with roller derby when you’re part of something bigger than yourself that pushes you.”   We have a special guest this week -- Loren Mutch!! After starting out in junior derby, Loren Mutch became a jammer for the Rose City Rollers in Portland, Oregon. She played in the gold medal game at WFTDA Championships the last six years in a row! Mutch was named MVP of Champs in 2014 and won the Hydra with Rose City...four times. Besides being A-MAZING at roller derby and one of the most driven athletes in our sport, Loren Mutch is very sweet, humble, and delightful to talk to.  Topics we discuss in this episode include growing up in roller derby, grappling with being defined by roller derby, remembering your productivity is not equal to your worth, using energy with a purpose on the track, being spicy, the key to speed, and "Mutch" more. ;-)  Find Loren Mutch on Instagram @mutchmayhem and on Twitter @lorenmutch PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 8pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode is about the journey of growth, learning, and rising to challenges as an athlete and human being. I share some framing devices for when you are confronted with setbacks and turning them into challenges. Plus a bit of "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance", Stoic Philosophy from Seneca, and....video game mindset. 📷by Kit Ruff - ShutHerUp Photography Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

There's no better way to grow our wonderful sport than by getting other people emotionally invested. How do you do that? With stories. Let's celebrate the history of roller derby by sharing stories of major accomplishments, rivalries, and fierce competition. This is the story of the highest scoring jam in roller derby that is NOT on the greatest of all time list...but it should be. Because it features two of the best teams in the world duking it out at the highest levels of game play at a medal game at Champs. See the FULL VIDEO on our Youtube channel at this link: https://youtu.be/xI4VoBDfMBo Tune in for our next Story Time with Jackie at 4pm on Friday at twitch.tv/jackiebauertv To RSVP to the FB event for the Twitch stream: https://www.facebook.com/events/534200377493958/ To see the whole game from WFTDA 2012 Champs Texas vs Denver, go to this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G28PKweA4Ac&t=4482s I would LOVE to hear feedback about this new segment, let me know your thoughts!

We have a special guest this week! Mr. Testosterone is a jammer for Vancouver Murder in MRDA and a beacon of positivity. Topics we discuss in this episode include being a "Do-er", failure being the key to success, the jammer ego, and the importance of having fun playing derby and not taking ourselves too seriously. Find Mr. Testosterone on Instagram @mrtestosteroneltw8 and on Youtube at I'm the Jammer. PT4W is LIVE on Twitch on Fridays at 4pm EST. Follow our channel at https://www.twitch.tv/jackiebauertv. 📷by Anja Wettergren Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week, we are joined by Bork Bork Bork of Windy City Rollers. Windy City had large turnover in 2015 and made organizational and cultural changes to rebuild their league over the next FIVE YEARS. (Yes, it takes a LONG time to rebuild!) Bork shares how it was done and the important areas of focus in the process as well as ways to stay better organized as a league.  Plus that BIG question -- how do you get people to do things they don't want to do and help out with the league? 📷by Steve Jurkovic Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Use promo code PT4W at motaskates.com. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Why do I talk about Harry Potter in this episode?!??! You'll have to listen to find out. ;-) Continuing from our last episode of getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, this episode focuses on asking for help. Why do we struggle with this in general? Is it a badge of honor to do it all on our own? Is admitting we aren't perfect or have it all figured out so bad? Let's talk about how asking for help can make you a better skater, teammate, league member, and human being and all the positive benefits. To find our transcribed episodes finished so far, go to our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to a private feed where you can listen to the podcast AD-FREE! You get access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you like the content we provide and want to support us continuing on this journey, please consider becoming a Patron.

"Here we stand Worlds apart Hearts broken in two, two, two Sleepless nights Losing ground I'm reaching for you, you, you" World in crisis? No matter! Power Through the 4th Whistle will press on.  This week, I discuss strategies you can use to coach yourself through problem solving and how you react to situations. We are facing heightened levels of emotions in the face of being separated from our normal routine and people we care about. Using different types of psychological distancing and the Batman effect, we can make better decisions for the greater good, overcome any challenge, and strengthen our perseverance.  Plus I share a list of some of my favorite podcasts to distract you and let you escape for a while in three categories: Funny, Fiction, and History/Learning. Check out this post to see the whole list.  Come to our livestream on Twitch next Friday at 4pm EST: https://www.twitch.tv/powerthroughthe4thwhistle Tale Wagging Podcast FB: facebook.com/TaleWaggingPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talewaggingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/talewaggingpod Links mentioned: WFTDA Communications Template WFTDA Recommendations WFTDA COVID-19 WELLNESS TIPS AND RESOURCES 📷by Ciara Janae Photography Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Early release for this week's episode to help my wonderful listeners embrace some CALM. Roller Derby is getting cancelled all over along with lots of social activities. The best thing to do in times of uncertainty is to find things you CAN control. This episode focuses on looking at problem solving in a productive way to help your league and skaters make decisions and act in the interest of the common good. Should your league cancel events/games/practices? When practice is cancelled, what are some things you can do yourself? How can you train physically and mentally? What should you watch for when watching roller derby footage? What books can up your mental game? All this packed into one episode! Links mentioned: Canceled Derby Events WFTDA statement Send Questions to WFTDA Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

What would you do if fear didn't hold you back? Because fear is a liar. And you shouldn't harbor fear. Today I share personal stories of letting fear and doubt keep me from doing what I love and working to overcome fears in derby and life to hopefully help others do the same. To find our transcribed episodes finished so far, go to our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to a private feed where you can listen to the podcast AD-FREE! You get access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you like the content we provide and want to support us continuing on this journey, please consider becoming a Patron.

How hard should we be hitting in roller derby? Only necessary force or everything we have? How do you recover from witnessing a scary derby injury? And finally, how do you know if you're really ok to play? How are your perceived OPE (Other People's Expectations) influencing your actions? Today is a deeper dive into mental recovery from injuries where I go over these questions and share 8 tips for your psychological rehab journey.  📷by Memories by Andy Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

We have a special guest! This week, I got to talk to Kaio-kensi, jammer for Montreal Roller Derby AND neuroscientist. Topics covered in this super duper ultra mega length episode include concussions and brain safety, treating chronic illness as an adversary, great tips for habit building for recovery in training, breathing training for asthma, knowing when to push yourself and when to stop, spoon theory, and we even find out a little about her figure skating background. Ready to learn some stuff? Let's go! 📷by Knoxious Photos (Tim Knox @knox.tim) - RollerCon 2019 with Team Canada in Nations Tournament Find Kaio-kensi @kaiokensi on FB, IG, Twitter, Tik-Tok, and Youtube Resources mentioned: Concussion Education App Kaio-kensi's interview with WFTDA Education Concussion Recognition Tool Blog: Building a Healthier Brain Safety Culture at Roller Derby Athletics Derby Stance Watch Passes for the entire summit or to either of my seminars, “Building a Healthier Brain Safety Culture” and “Organic Drill Design: Replicating true game scenarios in drills with position-specific planning.” - http://www.rulefiftysix.com/derbystancetickets Return To Play Guidelines on page 8 of the SCAT5 Sponsors:   Visit Steaks Wear at steakswear.com and use promo code POWER4 to receive 10% off your first purchase! Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Find our transcribed episodes on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. (Thank you, Jenergy!) You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to an Ad-Free feed of the podcast that you can listen to in your favorite app and access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com).  www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. IG: @Power4thWhistle  Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

RUNBACK EPISODE! I’m releasing a fan favorite from past every two weeks in case you didn’t hear it the first time or might be feeling like you need re-listen or want to share it with a friend. I picked this episode because it was of our recent theme of talking about transferring to other leagues. What are the 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES made when transferring to a new league? And what does that have to do with the zombie apocalypse?!?!?! To find our transcribed episodes finished so far, go to our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle You can support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $1/month. The benefits of becoming a Patron include access to a private feed where you can listen to the podcast AD-FREE! You get access to our Discord server where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately. Different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you like the content we provide and want to support us continuing on this journey, please consider becoming a Patron.

Why do people leave your league? What does it say about your culture? Are your league's expectations and demands for skaters too high? Is it ok for people to leave if they don't fit your culture? It's a Coach Dan episode and we're going to dive in to this topic together.  📷by Belle Photography Sign up for the clinic with Mr. Testosterone on April 4th or 5th at the Mackinaw Recreation Center in Michigan! FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1464732450353348/ Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode was a request from a listener who is trying to decide whether or not to transfer to another league. How do you know if it's the right time? How do you deal with the guilty feelings? Our roller derby community becomes like an extended family which leads to complicated feelings when it comes to making a decision for one's own unique journey. (Prepare for many Fast & Furious quotes about FAMILY.) 📷by Photobomber Sign up for the clinic with Mr. Testosterone on April 4th or 5th at the Mackinaw Recreation Center in Michigan! FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1464732450353348/ Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

RUNBACK EPISODE! I’m releasing a fan favorite from past every two weeks in case you didn’t hear it the first time or might be feeling like you need re-listen or want to share it with a friend. I picked this episode because it was one of the first on the list of episodes I recommended in episode 84 (GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD!) for helping with improving mindset. How do you make something that is uncomfortable for you into something that's ok? Being ok with looking silly? Being ok with failure? Being ok with falling? This episode focuses on how to break through discomfort to become stronger, more agile, more well rounded as a roller derby player and a human being. Get comfortable with any skill, any type of floor, any temperature, any position on the track! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week, I answer a message written in by a listener that begs the question, how do you help someone who has trouble helping themselves? It's a tough one! But we are going to dive in. In the episode, I give a list of helpful episodes for mindset: 18 - Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable 19 - Asking for Help, why is this so hard for us? 30 - Imposter Syndrome and Perfectionism 31 - Change from Fixed Mindset to a Growth Mindset 54 - Change Your Self Limiting Beliefs 67- Rookie Skater Challenges & Mindset 69 - Conquering Negative Thoughts 82 - Earn Your Spot We also heard about the upcoming event, STEMroller taking place on February 29th! Here's where you can find more details: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stemroller-empowering-female-non-binary-students-aged-11-19-registration-68284305195?ref=eios Sign up for the clinic with Mr. Testosterone on April 4th or 5th at the Mackinaw Recreation Center in Michigan! FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1464732450353348/ Use the coupon code "4thWhistle" to get 10% off any purchase over $33 at StrongAthletic.com! :-) 📷by Photobomber Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week, we are talking about communication and coaching indicators with Nadia Kean (Smarty Pants) of the Strong Athletic Podcast and clothing brand. How can coaches and players more effectively communicate with each other? What should a coach look for to see if a drill is working? We even go on a tangent discussing and questioning the effectiveness of the 27-in-5 time trial test for minimum skills in roller derby. Nadia has been teaching and coaching athletes for nearly 20 years. Nadia started in banked track roller derby (taking on the derby name Smarty Pants) with Texas Roller Derby (TXRD), then moved into flat track roller derby with Texas Rollergirls (TXRG), and competed at the highest levels at WFTDA Championships and at multiple World Cups as a part of Team USA Roller Derby.  Nadia is currently working on a book on coaching (which we talk about) as well as the Strong Athletic Podcast which focuses on many aspects of being in sports including building the relationship between coaches and athletes. The goal of Strong Athletic is to get humans into sports and to help keep them in sports. The clothing brand is built upon the principle that you don't need anyone's permission to be an athlete and you can celebrate being Strong Athletic by wearing the words proudly across your body. Contact Nadia at hello@strongathletic.com or clinics@getsmartycoaching.com. Instagram: @strongathletic and @getsmartycoaching FB: Strong Athletic and Smarty Pants Use the coupon code "4thWhistle" to get 10% off any purchase over $33 at StrongAthletic.com! :-) 📷by Marko Niemelä Skella #187 is raising money to go to Battle of the All-Stars with Team Kansas. For a limited time, you can get these two of our Power Through the 4th Whistle Designs ("Pew Pew!" and "It's Not About Me, It's About We") and many more options from Skella (like Baby Yoda!) at https://www.etsy.com/shop/SirenSkatewear. Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

RUNBACK EPISODE! I’m releasing a fan favorite from past every two weeks in case you didn’t hear it the first time or might be feeling like you need re-listen or want to share it with a friend. This week I talk about Rookie Skaters approaching their basic skills test, the BIG FOUR ELEMENTS it takes to pass the 27 laps in 5 minutes time trial, and 8 PRO TIPS/TRICKS to help get you over the finish line if you're really close or continue to grow your lap number potential. I DID MAKE A VIDEO!! Here's those exercises to help strengthen your crossovers: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/posts/2019415421689875   WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode is about accepting responsibility, opportunities to learn and improve, and how to EARN YOUR SPOT. In 2020, let's take on more ownership and deal out less blame. Let's embrace having high standards AND self compassion. It's always ok to make mistakes as long as we don't make excuses and instead learn our lesson and move on. #bemorebetter2020 In the beginning, I read out some of the amazing comments and messages shared after the episode on Body Positivity with K Woo as well as some follow up thoughts she shared. Hey all of you out there going through a tough time in your head -- you are not alone. You have a support system right here that is ready to show the world what athletes look like (spoiler: they're all shapes and sizes and not a type!).  See K Woo's post on Instagram at: thighs_ontheprize  Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

January is a rough time of year for many of us as advertisers keep throwing special diets in our faces, telling us we aren't good enough, that we need to hit some number on a scale for *gasp* the dreaded full of it BMI. This week's episode is here to tell you that YOU are strong and beautiful as you are and we care a lot more about the awesome you can do on the track! Listeners asked and we made it happen. K Woo is our special guest this week! K Woodward is a skater for Arch Rival Roller Derby with a fascinating, inspiring, and empowering journey to share with us. I've always loved watching K Woo crush it on the track and after this conversation, my heart eyes are bigger than ever for this wonderful human. Photo by Bob Dunnel, Mr McWheely  Follow K Woo on Instagram at: thighs_ontheprize and croptopbabegang (tag @croptopbabegang with your friends rocking crop tops!) Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

RUNBACK EPISODE! I’m releasing a fan favorite from past every two weeks in case you didn’t hear it the first time or might be feeling like you need re-listen or want to share it with a friend. It's a new year, we have goals. How do we get and stay motivated on our journey? In this episode, I talk about intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation, how to plan for and overcome obstacles in our path, and what to do when we lose motivation. Here's a link to the FREE Power Through the 4th Whistle group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/ And a link to the article on intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation: https://www.excelatlife.com/articles/intrinsic_motivation.htm 📷 Crow's Feet Photo & Design WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Another Coach Dan episode! We continue our conversation from last week about coaching. This episode focuses on the expectations of the skaters/team/league of what a coach should be and what they need, the qualities that make a good coach, and read and respond to listener feedback on the topic.  Photo by ADC Graphics Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Return of Coach Dan! Today we talk about how to get your team in sync on and off the track and the benefits/challenges of different types of coaching structures models for different types of leagues.  Photo by Ciara Janae Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans to get started on your fitness plans for 2020! Membership is open December 18th-24th and only opens up 3x/year. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

RUNBACK EPISODE! I’m releasing a fan favorite from past every two weeks in case you didn’t hear it the first time or might be feeling like you need re-listen or want to share it with a friend. It's a new year! That means New Years resolutions and goals are on our minds. To make sure they don't get cast off by the end of January like a stale fruitcake, this episode focuses on 3 BIG WAYS to help you absolutely CRUSH your New Years goals for 2019, whatever they may be. This will help you not just in derby, but in EVERY area of your life!   1) Change your thought pattern - the puppy talk 2) Record data 3) Visual reminders   To hear more, better listen to the episode. :-)   Photo by Greg Dunn WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Another listener suggested topic this week! How can we avoid having 2-3 people doing everything and getting burned out? How do you bridge the divide between the people who want to change EVERYTHING and the people who want to change NOTHING? How can we better get our ideas across to others? Today's episode is about better communication, picking your battles, and selling your vision.  Photographer: Robin Dodd @robin_dodd Sponsors:  Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans to get started on your fitness plans for 2020! Membership is open December 18th-24th and only opens up 3x/year. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Feeling introspective is a natural part of the holiday season. This week, I share a list of lessons learned from nature, animals, and travel that have made me look at life differently and help me on my journey to becoming a better athlete, teammate, leader, and especially...human being. I want to share these with you during this time where we all need a mental and emotional reset before facing the coming year. This episode is all feels and was a suggestion from Coach Dan.  Our Charity this week is The Shelter Pet Project at theshelterpetproject.org. Sponsors: Get MOTA-vated with Mota Skates! Visit motaskates.com or any authorized skate vendor for more details. Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans to get started on your fitness plans for 2020! Membership is open December 18th-24th and only opens up 3x/year. Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Continuing in our theme of making roller derby accessible to everyone, we're going to talk about leagues setting up into A and B teams, how it affects league chemistry, best practices, and common struggles. This was a listener requested topic! :-)  Our Charity this week is The Shelter Pet Project at theshelterpetproject.org.  Sponsored by:  Visit Roller Derby Athletics at rollerderbyathletics.com/plans to get started on your fitness plans for 2020! Membership is open December 18th-24th and only opens up 3x/year.   Visit Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack!  WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle.  Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

In this episode, I asked for the help of two of my teammates -- Lizzy Luscious and Siren Song to ask about their experience going through pregnancy, returning to training for roller derby, and finding balance in their new lives as parents. What was it like telling the team? Did they step away from derby or stay close by? How quickly did they return to skating?  Roller derby isn't every part of our lives, but it DOES make our lives better. You can carve out time for you and time for family. If you set boundaries, you really CAN have it all. Reach out to Liz on Instagram @lizzyluscious Liz's Threadless store: https://lizzymac13.threadless.com/ Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Optimus Grime LOVES roller derby and Avatar the Last Airbender! In this episode, we talk about elemental roller derby. Are you an Air Jammer? Fire? Earth? Water? How to you combat the different elements? Grime also teaches me some science about taking control of the Vagus nerve in your body to CALM DOWN when you are freaking out during a game or real life situation. And of course, we talk about Pancake, the adorable corgi! Optimus Grime skates for Manchester New Wheeled Order and Team Scotland, teaches classes at RollerCon, and coaches all over the world with Rosie Peacock. Also proud puppy parent to Pancake. (say that 10x fast) Want to talk derby with Optimus Grime? FB: https://www.facebook.com/optimusgrime10/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimusgrime/ (Follow Pancake the Corgi: https://www.instagram.com/pancakelongboi/) E-mail - optimusgrime10@gmail.com Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow us on Twitter: @power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

It's our second audience participation episode!! This time of year, we like to take a moment to appreciate the good things in our lives. The family we have chosen, our supportive community, and how about this nutty sport we get to play?? So many amazing changes happen in our lives because of roller derby and in this episode, you'll hear from many of our listeners what they are thankful for from this season. Thank you to everyone who participated and sent me your messages! I wasn't able to get all of them in because of when I recorded but I valued every. single. one. And I get a little emo at the end, thank you for sticking with me as long as you have. Love you and Happy Thanksgiving! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow us on Twitter: @power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

We have a special guest this week!! Miss Tea Maven is an all star jammer who skates for Gotham Girls Roller Derby. She sustained a serious knee injury earlier this year and is on the journey of getting stronger and coming back BETTER than ever. She gives a great perspective on your mindset while injured and ways to help your team and stay engaged from the sidelines. This episode was recorded immediately after the Saturday night game at the 2019 WFTDA International Championship in Montreal, Gotham vs VRDL where Gotham emerged victorious in a close, exciting match up! We also talk about her personal mission to stop the public stigma of living with mental illness and bring awareness by encouraging others to keep talking.  Miss Tea Maven is an all around great person (and pretty funny too!). It would be wise to share this episode with anyone you think might need a listen. Photo by David Dyte ***Don't forget to send in your thoughts for our special Thanksgiving episode! You only have a couple more days to get your videos, voice memos, or messages to me.*** Want to get in touch with Miss Tea Maven? https://www.missteamaven.com/ Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissTeaMaven/ Follow on Instagram: @missteamaven Follow on Twitter: @miss_tea_maven E-mail - missteamaven@gmail.com Found out more information about Stop Stigma Now: https://www.stopstigmanow.com/ Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow us on Twitter: @power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

I'm joined by my friend, Bellatrix LeStrangle and we recap the WFTDA Roller Derby World Championship that took place in Montreal, Quebec, Canada this past weekend. There were a few amazing, closely contested games and some blow outs, but all around, wasn't it great to cheer for awesome roller derby?  Thank you to everyone I saw at Champs who listens to the podcast, it was so great meeting you in person! There's still time to submit for our special Thanksgiving episode! Send me your thankful derby thoughts using any of the social media stuffs below, don't forget to tag @power4thwhistle or #power4thwhistle or #powergratitude if you post it publicly.  Hydra Photo by Jean Schwarzwalder Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast?  WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow on Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Follow on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Want to be on the podcast? I want to hear from YOU!  This time of year in the United States, we take a moment to stop and appreciate the things we are thankful for in our lives...like roller derby! Roller derby has changed our lives in so many ways: physically, mentally, emotionally...we've gotten to meet new people and go new places. What are you thankful for in derby this year? A person? A favorite piece of gear or pair of skates? A shark punching moment? It could be anything that is special to you. There are plenty of ways to share your derby thankful message (try to keep it a minute or less): 1. Voicemail: Leave me a voice message by going to this link on Safari web browser: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle or look up our show on the Anchor app.  2. Use your phone: Take a Voice memo or video using your phone and send it to me in a FB message: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/ or e-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. I can take the audio off it no problem. 3. Social Media: Post your video on social media and tag @power4thwhistle on Instagram or Twitter or our FB page on FB with the #powergratitude. If you want to make sure I found it, send me a lil message. ;-)  4. DM: If none of these sound appealing, just send a written message on FB or e-mail or DM on Twitter @power4thwhistle or Instagram @power4thwhistle. Deadline is the Tuesday night before Thanksgiving. That way I can edit it together on Wednesday and have it ready for Thursday. :-) This is our second audience participation episode and I’m super psyched! Want to know how you can support the podcast?  WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle.

The conclusion to the post season awaits in Montreal at the annual International WFTDA Championship! Time to do another bracket prediction episode! ;-) I'm joined by my friend, Bellatrix LeStrangle and we'll guess which way these match ups are going to go based on some chatting about the seasons these teams have had, the players they have in their arsenals, and the importance of the home team advantage for Montreal. Can anyone dethrone last season's Hydra Winner, Rose City Roller Derby?  Enter the My Bout Book CONTEST GIVEAWAY on Instagram! @Power4thWhistle Hydra Photo by Jean Schwarzwalder Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/ Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We are working on transcribing episodes of the podcast and putting them on a website. Patrons have access to all the episodes done so far, our Discord chat where you can share your derby thoughts about training, memes, or sharks you've punched lately, and different levels have different perks like stickers, buttons, or a top from our Threadless store (https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com). If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Follow on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

What is the common theme of the last couple of episodes? It's about choosing your thoughts and taking control of your reactions. Are you going to let situations take you down or are you going to grow and learn from them? How do you get past fear of getting hurt or hurting others playing roller derby? Why should you visualize negative scenarios as well as positive? All these questions will be covered in this week's episode. 📷by David Oliver Photography Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We want to offer transcribed versions of our podcast episodes to reach more listeners and host them on our own website. If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now available! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-)

Trick or Treat! 🎃🍂💀🍁👻 I hope you'll find this bonus episode to be a treat and not a trick. ;-) It's from my other podcast, Tale Wagging. This is Part 1 of this story. If you like it, I hope you'll go subscribe to Tale Wagging and listen to Part 2 and the other fun episodes from Spooktober.  Our story this week is a scary story from history about one of the first serial killers from American history who set up shop during one of the biggest events to ever come to Chicago. My source material was "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larsen. This is a two part story, listen to the next episode in the Tale Wagging feed for the rest.  Welcome to Tale Wagging: A Gleeful Retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you’d like to get in touch or send us a story you’d like to hear on the podcast: E-mail us at talewaggingpodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaleWaggingPod   Follow us on Twitter: @TaleWaggingPod   We’d really love it if you could take a moment to PLEASE subscribe, rate, and REVIEW this podcast anywhere you can. It really helps us get found by others on this new adventure. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, tweet about it on the interwebz, or send a raven! AND If YOU are under an evil enchantment and have been turned into a creature of some kind, I can’t promise listening to the next episode will transform you back, but…it might! This is Tale Wagging. May all your dreams come true.

Happy Spooktober! Halloween is almost here! The topic of drama has been on the list for this podcast since the very beginning. But how do you tackle a topic like drama? To give it some stakes we can all (ahem) sink our teeth into? Welcome to the Zombie Apocalypse. I'll be discussing (with lots of help from spooky metaphors ;-) ) the symptoms and situations that lead to drama with tips to combat drama and its effects in your organization. Don't let your family get killed off by zombies! Here are MY RULES for surviving the Zombieland of Roller Derby. Listen to Frau Pow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frau-pow/id1436065528 Frau Pow was started by two roller derby teammates wanting to tackle uncomfortable conversations. They feature discussions on topics that you typically do not want to bring up at the dinner table, with the goal to normalize issues like depression and chronic illness. The hosts share the empowerment and support that they have found in the roller derby community. No prior experience in the sport required! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We want to offer transcribed versions of our podcast episodes to reach more listeners and host them on our own website. If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now available! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-)

This is a tough one where the focus is on helping rookie skaters. What happens if you don't pass your minimum skills right away? Is finishing those 27 laps in 5 minutes a struggle? Are you getting frustrated and discouraged when others pass ahead of you? Do you feel left behind? Are you losing motivation and don't want to go to practice anymore? Bookmark or save this one in some way, I think there’s going to be several skaters and coaches who need this sent to them. This episode was suggestion by multiple listeners! Happy to finally get to it. :-)  📷by Brittany Nolan featuring Roots Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We want to offer transcribed versions of our podcast episodes to reach more listeners and host them on our own website. If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now available! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-)

Welcome to the Power Through the 4th Whistle Roller Derby Podcast on Patreon. I'm Jackie Bauer. Thank you for joining me today on the path to becoming better athletes, teammates, leaders, and human beings. ;-) In this trailer, I'll share what you can expect diving into this podcast and my TOP FIVE favorite episodes for you to sample. I hope you'll stick around and share with a friend or teammate. :-) Want to know how you can support the podcast? Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We want to offer transcribed versions of our podcast episodes to reach more listeners and host them on our own website. If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode was a suggestion from a listener! Why should you become a well rounded player? Why learn both jamming and blocking? How do you become a well rounded player? And finally, does EVERYONE need to become a triple threat? Really??  📷by Ciara Janae Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? WE NOW HAVE A PATREON PAGE! We want to offer transcribed versions of our podcast episodes to reach more listeners and host them on our own website. If you’d like to help support us on this journey, here’s a link: https://www.patreon.com/power4thwhistle. Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now available! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-)

How do you build a strong mental game as a team? What does it take? I cover the FOUR WAYS my team built up our mental game this year. Listen to story time with Jackie as I take you through the story of my team's heart breaking end to last season, our revenge tour....and amazing end to THIS SEASON post season tournament where we finished with the 1ST PLACE trophy!  My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now available! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-) Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

PLAYOFF SEASON continues!! Time to do another bracket prediction episode! ;-) This weekend is my own post season tournament so I won't be able to watch these games live, but in this episode I'll tell you all about about the seasons these 8 teams have had this year, players to watch, and if you want a preview of what to expect, I picked a game that is available for streaming for each team that really shows what they're about and what they can do in a close match up. In Cup tournaments, some of these games could go either way and there are opportunities for upsets! Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/ Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. We have a NEW design: Punch That Shark! Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode features the return of Coach Dan! This topic is a response to an e-mail from a podcast listener but it may apply to you or someone on your team. Please share with someone who might need a nudge in the right direction.  📷by Ciara Janae Photography My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now has FIVE episodes available to listen to. You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1479572535) or anywhere you like to listen to podcasts. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-) Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

A thoughts and feelings episode! One of our podcast listeners whose question I answered in Finding Your Place on the Team followed up with a question that stood out and stuck with me all week...is it worth it? This question can have such a broad scope, this episode is a deep dive into the positives and negatives of being a roller derby skater. 📷by Lost Creek Studios My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now has FIVE episodes available to listen to. You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5cUsNJXWfcnAw5pon36KM2) or Anchor. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-) Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode is a recap of the games that took place in Seattle, Washington this past weekend at the International WFTDA Playoffs. There were only TWO upsets all weekend and the closest game was 16 points and I had 13 out of 16 games correct on the bracket. ;-) Plenty of new faces and old faces on rosters and amazing game play to talk about! And I didn't mention it in the episode because I couldn't find it online, but the MVP for the weekend was Klein of Denver Roller Derby, well deserved with 100% lead and 0 points against for the Crime City game and only 2 penalties ALL weekend. My NEW podcast: Tale Wagging now has FOUR episodes available to listen to. You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5cUsNJXWfcnAw5pon36KM2) or Anchor. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! If you enjoy it, share it with someone you like. :-) Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

*Apologies for the late upload! I was eagerly awaiting the sports book stats and I think you won't be disappointed. ;-)* PLAYOFF SEASON continues!! Time to do another bracket prediction episode! ;-) I'll tell you all about about the seasons these 12 teams have had this year, players to watch, and if you want a preview of what to expect, I picked a game that is available for streaming for each team that really shows what they're about and what they can do in a close match up. I've got stats for points scored by jammers, jams played by blockers, and what players are or aren't on the roster this weekend...hmmm. *raises eyebrow* There may be less opportunities for upsets this weekend, but we could see some teams that have fallen down in rankings have returns to glory! Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/ Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

There are so many little known fairy tales, folklore stories, and chapters of history to explore in this world. And so much of it is wack-a-doo, unbelievable, disturbing, enthralling, mind-bending, and just plain weird! When I find these stories, they get stuck in my head and I absolutely have to share them with someone! Can I share them with you? I’m Gina Wagner, Welcome to Tale Wagging: A Gleeful Retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! You can listen to Tale Wagging on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tale-wagging/id1479572535), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5cUsNJXWfcnAw5pon36KM2), or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go check them out, subscribe, and tell a friend. :-) If you want to send a story idea or some feedback, e-mail us at talewaggingpodcast@gmail.com. FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/TaleWaggingPod Twitter @TaleWaggingPod

There were close games! There were several upsets! And our bracket was pretty darn good. We got 14 out of 16 outcomes correct! ;-) This episode is a recap of the games that took place in Winston-Salem, North Carolina this past weekend at the International WFTDA Playoffs. AND an extra special announcement at the end of this episode about my NEW podcast: Tale Wagging! You can find the trailer for it in this feed and subscribe on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5cUsNJXWfcnAw5pon36KM2) or Anchor. Tale Wagging is a gleeful retelling of little known fairy tales, folklore, history, and more! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

PLAYOFF SEASON continues!! This week, I called up my announcing friend, Token Red Shirt from Ottawa Valley Roller Derby to help out with bracket predictions. We have researched and compiled data from the 2019 season and are ready to fill out our brackets together! We tell you all about the seasons these 12 teams have had this year, players to watch, and if you want a preview of what to expect, we picked a game that is available for streaming for each team that really shows what they're about and what they can do in a close match up. These playoffs will determine who go on to Championships in Montreal and compete for the Hydra Trophy! Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/ Follow Token Red Shirt on Facebook to find out more about his video streaming fundraiser: https://www.facebook.com/TokenRedshirt/ or on the Twitters @TokenRedshirt Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle and Instagram: @Power4thwhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

I asked and you delivered with questions and messages and I picked the ones I thought would flow nicely together for today's episode. Hopefully I can do more of these in the future. Thank you to everyone who has ever sent in a question or message, I love connecting with you.

This episode is a recap of the games that took place in Lancester, Pennsylvania this past weekend at the WFTDA North America East Continental Cup! Plus I made my post-season WFTDA tournament announcing debut and did my first livestream broadcast EVER. :-) 📷 by Andrew Keyes Derby Photography featuring Elle O'Hell of Detroit facing off with tournament MVP Jules of Sailor City Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

PLAYOFF SEASON continues!! Time to do another bracket prediction episode! ;-) I'll be getting in the car and driving 12 hours to Pennsylvania to announce at the cup, but for now I'll tell you all about about the seasons these 12 teams have had this year, players to watch, and if you want a preview of what to expect, I picked a game that is available for streaming for each team that really shows what they're about and what they can do in a close match up. This is an interesting weekend and there are some notable roster changes from the regular season that might impact the results and team chemistry during this tournament.  It's cup season, these games could all go either way and the cup bracket is ripe with opportunities for upsets!  If you're at the tournament, come by and say hi! I'll try to post what I'm up to on the socials. Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/ We are collecting questions for an upcoming Q&A episode, contact me at any of the stuff listed below! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This episode, I was joined by Grant Porteous, Owner/Life Coach & Consultant at Intentional Life Coaching & Consulting to learn about how to conquer and change self limiting beliefs. It turns out there is a LOT of science behind our ability as humans to rewire our brains and set ourselves on new neural pathways to success. We form 90% of our beliefs by age 7 based on experience. You have an experience, you assess the experience, reinforce it with an emotion, and come to a decision or belief about the experience which then becomes wired into your brain and informs your other experiences going forward depending on how impactful it was. Over time, you will see more and more experiences as aligning with your already developed belief and reinforcing it and not notice the evidence that goes against your belief. (Ex: "I'm no good at relationships; Dogs don't like me; Things work out for other people but not for me; If you want something done right, you must do it yourself, etc.) But NO MORE! It doesn't have to BE this way! We are going to cover FOUR STEPS to replace negative beliefs that limit us with positive beliefs that will allow action and give us room to grow and learn. We also talk a bit about visualization as an important way to cement that new vision of what you want in your mind. Have a question for Grant? E-mail grant@grantporteous.com. 📷by ©Mark Sheehan 2012 (This photo perfectly captured how much confidence I had about jamming in 2012, how much I wish I had known how to change my beliefs back then!) We are collecting questions for an upcoming Q&A episode, contact me at any of the stuff listed below! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

There were close games! There were upsets! And our bracket was pretty darn good. ;-) This episode is a recap of the games that took place in Orem, Utah this past weekend at the WFTDA North America West Continental Cup!  📷by David Dyte featuring Easy Break Oven of Calgary Roller Derby jumping like whoa.... Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

PLAYOFF SEASON starts this weekend!! We have researched and compiled data from the 2019 season and are ready to fill out our brackets together! My friend and teammate, Amazon Avenger is a guest on the podcast this week and we are ready to tell you all about the seasons these 12 teams have had this year, players to watch, and if you want a preview of what to expect, we picked a game that is available for streaming for each team that really shows what they're about and what they can do in a close match up. It's cup season, these games could all go either way and the cup bracket is ripe with opportunities for upsets!  Fill out YOUR bracket now at: https://derbyontoast.com/wftda-bracket-challenge Buy your watch pass for the weekend: https://wftda.tv/watch-pass/  📷by Rolling Fields Photography Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

What does an MVP look like? What are the qualities we can all agree on? What are the reasons your opponent might pass you over for someone else? Is awarding MVPs an outdated practice? Is this a "BS award" that doesn't mean anything as some people like to say? Or is this still a worthy goal players can aspire to as a benchmark in their roller derby journey? This episode does a deep dive into the five factors other teams consider when choosing MVPs at the end of a game PLUS four ways you can increase your chances of becoming an MVP yourself if this is your goal. We are joined by special guests this week from the Small Town Outlaws, Violet Rage and Tabby Katastrophe! Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Are the people closest to you holding you back or driving you forward? Are you being influenced or are you the influencer? What do you do with your friends when you decide to be great? This episode asks you to take a hard look at your inner circle and ask if they are helping you achieve your goals and 4 STEPS necessary for your growth as a roller derby athlete and human being. 📷 by Northland Pulp Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

What does "uncoachable" look like? What does this label mean and what can you do to change it? How can you help your coach help you? How can you help yourself better achieve your goals? 📷 by Northland Pulp Links about cushions: Link 1, Link 2 Link about adjusting trucks Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Have a question? Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Rankings and Feelings! What affects rankings and what effect does that ranking have on you? This week's Power Through the 4th Whistle Roller Derby Podcast episode discusses WFTDA's release of the June 30th rankings, 2019 Postseason Seeding and Brackets. I talk about the differences between last season and this season in seeding and how this postseason features the most globally diverse competition in WFTDA history! Then I explore what affects your team's rankings in the grand scheme of things and what effect this can have on you and your mindset. 📷 by Mr. McWheely Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

You know it's supposed to be fun, right? Roller derby IS fun. If you are losing the fun in derby, you might be close to burnout. But there's hope!! In this episode, I talk about the 7 SIGNS you might have burnout and 5 WAYS to combat/prevent burnout. (I was NOT able to find the original post from Sandrine Rangeon's training program from five years ago. I can tell you it's 6 weeks of Hypertrophy, 6 weeks of Strength, and 6 weeks of Power.) 📷 by Northland Pulp Thank you to our sponsor, Bout Betties! Visit their website at https://boutbetties.com/. Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

This week I got to sit down and chat with Rachel Rotten across the interwebz! Some of the big topics include league management, being a blocker for over 8 years and learning how to be a jammer in front of the derby world, and living with chronic illness and not letting it stop her from competing at a high level in our sport. Rachel Rotten is the longest standing member of Angel City Derby's Hollywood Scarlets. You can follow Rachel Rotten on: FB: https://www.facebook.com/rachelrotten507/ Twitter: @rachtilldeath Instagram: @rachtilldeath 📸 by @quicknderby Visit our sponsor, Bout Betties at https://boutbetties.com/.  Subscribe today using our podcast’s promo code POWER10 for 10% off your first pack! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Leave us a voice message anytime on the Anchor app or Safari web browser at this link: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle/message

Our first audience participation episode!! We are talking about bout day rituals or game day routines, whichever you prefer. ;-) What are the things YOU need to be successful? I cover the physical, food/fueling, and mental aspects of the days leading up to the bout and game day itself and all the things I've learned along the way and adjustments made for better success. And if you ever wanted to learn how to wash your gear, wheels, and bearings, I'll give you the tips on how to do that too. Thank you to everyone who sent in answers and told me about your game day essentials! And thank you to our past (and future) guests of the podcast who also chimed in with their responses: Lady Trample, Laci Knight, Rachel Rotten, and Optimus Grime. 📷 by Ciara Janae Photography Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Leave us a voice message anytime on the Anchor app or Safari web browser at this link: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle/message

This week's episode has a brief recap of the events taking place at La Classique Georgia W. Tush tournament in Montreal, Quebec followed by our topic this week inspired by an episode of Get Ya Mind Right by Niyi Sobo -- The Consequences of Being Soft. When you're afraid of getting hurt, afraid of failure, afraid of losses...that's when you get hurt. That's when you lose. But if you're aggressive and hit the hole hard, that's how you win and make big plays. Plus a story of what I learned from playing my first rugby game this weekend! 📷 by Ciara Janae Photography Want to be on the podcast? I want to hear from YOU! Tell me what your Bout Day Rituals are in a minute or less. What’s the most important things you need on bout day to feel awesome and ready? Options to get in touch with me: 1. Leave me a voice message by going to this link on Safari web browser: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle or look up our show on the Anchor app. 2. Take a Voice memo or video using your phone and send it to me in a FB message: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/ or e-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com 3. If none of these sound appealing, just send a written message on FB or e-mail or DM on Twitter/Instagram @power4thwhistle.  This is our first audience participation episode and I’m super psyched! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby clothing design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.

Want to be on the podcast? I want to hear from YOU! Tell me what your Bout Day Rituals are in a minute or less. What’s the most important things you need on bout day to feel awesome and ready? Options to get in touch with me: 1. Leave me a voice message by going to this link on Safari web browser: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle or look up our show on the Anchor app. I apologize there have been some errors using this, so back up methods include... 2. Take a Voice memo or video using your phone and send it to me in a FB message: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/ or e-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com 3. If none of these sound appealing, just send a written message on FB or e-mail or DM on Twitter @power4thwhistle or Instagram @power4thwhistle.  This is our first audience participation episode and I’m super psyched! . . . #rollerderby #rollerderbypodcast #podcast #power4thwhistle #powerthru4thwhistle #boutday #boutdayrituals #boutdayroutine #gameday #gamedayrituals #gamedayroutine #rollerderbylife 

Coach Dan returns in this episode! Together we discuss 7 big ways to lose your team's trust (the 7 Deadly Sins of Coaching if you will). Trust is not something you automatically get when you decide to become a coach. Trust has to be earned. And it can be easily lost if you lose your way and slip up. We'll discuss the flip side, how to avoid these pitfalls and honestly communicate with the members of your team. Next week I am asking for audience participation and we are discussing Bout Day Rituals! Feel free to send in your special bout day rituals/routines in a voice message of 1 minute or less by clicking on the voice message link below. To send a voice message, go to THIS LINK on a SAFARI web browser: https://anchor.fm/power-through-the-4th-whistle or from the Anchor app itself. OR if it isn't working, you can e-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com or send a message on FB, Instagram, or Twitter (please be brief and keep it to a length I can read in a minute or less. ;-) ) Photo by Memories by Andy Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    --------- Links for the Miss Tea Maven training camp on June 29th and 20th hosted by Kingsford Krush Roller Derby: Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1068869806619096/ Miss Tea Maven Clinic Google Sign Up Form Tickets (buy this after you use the sign up form): http://tinyurl.com/y4lslbee Ref and NSO Clinic Sign Up: http://tinyurl.com/y6dk2a6o Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfordkrush/ Website: http://alpha.kingsfordkrush.com/wordpress/ ----------

For this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting over the interwebz with our special guest, Freight Train! We talk about penalty prevention, jammer roles, mental endurance, and more!  Freight Train is a primary jammer for Texas Rollergirls Texacutioners and was the 2018 Tournament MVP in Atlanta.  Freight Train on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freight.train22/ Freight Train on Instagram: @ahsinity Full post on Jammer Roles 📷 by John M Blood Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Links for the Miss Tea Maven training camp on June 29th and 20th hosted by Kingsford Krush Roller Derby: Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1068869806619096/ Miss Tea Maven Clinic Google Sign Up Form Tickets (buy this after you use the sign up form): http://tinyurl.com/y4lslbee Ref and NSO Clinic Sign Up: http://tinyurl.com/y6dk2a6o Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfordkrush/ Website: http://alpha.kingsfordkrush.com/wordpress/

In our continuing series on how to GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD, we bring up a summary of all the methods we have learned so far and add one more. What is being "in the zone"? How can we achieve it? 📷 by Northland Pulp I am still raising money for my local animal shelter for the memory of my cat, Angel. If you'd like to contribute, there will be a button on our facebook page: facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle If you'd like to buy a Roller Derby Cathlete shirt (featuring my cat Angel), all profits will go to the animal shelter as well through the end of May. https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com/designs/roller-derby-cathlete (Black Font)JUST ADDED! White Font option: https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com/designs/roller-derby-cathlete-1/ Books mentioned in this episode: Mind Gym: An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence The Inner Game of Tennis  Relentless by Tim Grover Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson On the Line by Serena Williams Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Links for the Miss Tea Maven training camp on June 29th and 20th hosted by Kingsford Krush Roller Derby: Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1068869806619096/ Miss Tea Maven Clinic Google Sign Up Form Tickets (buy this after you use the sign up form): http://tinyurl.com/y4lslbee Ref and NSO Clinic Sign Up: http://tinyurl.com/y6dk2a6o Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfordkrush/ Website: http://alpha.kingsfordkrush.com/wordpress/

The focus for this week's episode is about getting past yourself and thinking about the team first. How do you get out of your head? I'll share what I believe to be the best motivation. 📷 by Ciara Janae I'm raising money for my local animal shelter for the memory of my cat, Angel. If you'd like to contribute, there will be a button on our facebook page: facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle starting Monday, May 19th.  If you'd like to buy a Roller Derby Cathlete shirt (featuring my cat Angel), all profits will go to the animal shelter as well through the end of May. https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com/designs/roller-derby-cathlete (Black Font) JUST ADDED! White Font option: https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com/designs/roller-derby-cathlete-1/ Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Links for the Miss Tea Maven training camp on June 29th and 20th hosted by Kingsford Krush Roller Derby: Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1068869806619096/ Miss Tea Maven Clinic Google Sign Up Form Tickets (buy this after you use the sign up form): http://tinyurl.com/y4lslbee Ref and NSO Clinic Sign Up: http://tinyurl.com/y6dk2a6o Our General Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfordkrush/ Our Website: http://alpha.kingsfordkrush.com/wordpress/

For this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down to chat with our special guest, Laci Knight! She shares her knowledge and opinions about overtraining, undereating, balancing on and off skates training, building a community within your league to meet the needs of your skaters, and having the patience to be disciplined in your skills training practice.  Laci Knight has been an active member in Roller Derby since 2008.  In 2013, she started Crossfit to become a stronger, faster and more agile derby athlete. Laci has been coaching Roller Derby as a Captain, Trainer, and Coach since 2009 for both the LA Derby Dolls (LADD) and then for Angel City Derby (ACD). In 2016, she was selected for the USA Roller Derby team to compete at the 2018 Roller Derby World Cup.  She skated multiple bouts with USA Roller Derby in the 2017 season and won the Gold with her team at the World Cup in February of 2018! She is a passionate personal trainer, coaching in person or remotely, and has worked not only with roller derby athletes, but also with clients looking to gain different skills, lose weight, or just up their fitness. Find Laci Knight at: http://www.knightstrong.com/ Follow on Instagram @laciknight33 and @knightstrongtraining Laci Knight’s Shoulders FB fan page DOES EXIST: https://www.facebook.com/Laci-Knights-Shoulders-944994078917885/ ------ Links for the Miss Tea Maven training camp on June 29th and 20th hosted by Kingsford Krush Roller Derby: Facebook Event Page:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1068869806619096/ Miss Tea Maven Clinic Sign Up Form on Google Docs Tickets (buy this after you use the sign up form): http://tinyurl.com/y4lslbee Ref and NSO Clinic Sign Up: http://tinyurl.com/y6dk2a6o Kingsford Krush Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfordkrush/ Kingsford Krush Website: http://alpha.kingsfordkrush.com/wordpress/ ------- Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store (where you can find the PBJ design) at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Join May 2019 I've Got Your Back free fitness Challenge

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Miracle Whips, jammer for Montreal’s New Skids on the Block and Team Canada. We get into a truly memorable and philosophical discussion of how fear of failure, fear of success, and fear of what other people think does NOT truly matter. It’s all about finding your purpose and what will drive you to fight for yourself and your team. Follow Miracle Whips: https://www.facebook.com/miraclewhipstraining/ @miraclewhips123 on Instagram/Twitter Get your watch pass to the Big O tournament this weekend and see Miracle Whips and the rest of the New Skids in action! https://ecrg.com/bigo/live/ Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle   Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    May 2019, we are doing an “I’ve Got Your Back” challenge! If you're interested in joining our free fitness support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/

Continuing the conversation from last week, we are talking about major injuries that limit your ability to do anything. We do a deep dive into concussions. And we are going to talk about your mindset if you decide to mount a comeback or step away. There are no wrong answers here, it is whatever is the right thing to do for you and your body, no judgement. I am going to give you stories of people going through some really major injuries and either coming out the other side pursuing something different or defying the odds and returning to the sport they love. (I go into the stories of Tommaso Ciampa and Daniel Bryan at length and included links to short videos below that tell their stories in a beautiful, emotional way if you'd like to learn more.)  It's going to get real and heavy at times, but I believe it's an important topic and will have value to someone.  Turning a Setback into a Comeback: https://medium.com/@hauntedflowerreviews/turning-a-setback-into-a-comeback-983f7661eff3 Inside Tommaso Ciampa's neck surgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XFL11cQf0s  Tommaso Ciampa opens up about his injury: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM0mtTMfFhY  Daniel Bryan's comeback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHobbiH4I4g ("It's wonderful that you're grateful, but you need to fight for your dreams.")  Photo by Soul Collector  Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.     Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle   Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    If you're interested in the Power Through the 4th Whistle free fitness support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/

This topic has been on the list since the beginning and it is the INJURIES. How can we do better at preventing them? Once they happen, how do we recover physically? And lastly, what can we work on for mindset with injury recovery? All the emotions and FOMO, how we do deal?     Photo by David Oliver Photography We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.    Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.    Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.   If you're interested in the Power Through the 4th Whistle free fitness support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/ 

This week we are celebrating a milestone of 15,000 listens on this podcast!! Thank you so much for your support in spreading it around! We have another special guest for this episode and it is Krissy Krash! This conversation focuses on muscle imbalances in roller derby and how to address them, bout day nutrition, and mindset.  Krissy Krash (real name Kristen Adolfi)’s mission in this life has become to teach roller derby players how to become roller derby athletes. She’s been a part of Orange Country Demolition Divas, LA Derby Dolls, Orange County Roller Girls, Angel City Derby, and Team Bionic. She was in the movie Whip It as a Manson sister. Photo borrowed from Krissy Krash's pages If you are interested in any of the programs mentioned in the podcast: Free 7 day build a better athlete challenge https://krissykrash.com/free-7daychallenge-1 KCIT krissykrash.com/12-week-transformation Roller Derby Training Club https://krissykrash.com/rdtc-trial If you're interested in the Power Through the 4th Whistle fitness support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/ Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.   Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  

Lady Trample is a special guest on this episode!! The topic this week is Bravery. Bravery is feeling the fear and doing it anyway. Today we are going to talk a lot about responding to fear, how to combat fear, and even which risks are worth taking and which aren’t. Sports can bring out the best in people. You can learn to overcome your self doubts and fears and let your light shine brightly. You end up inspiring others whether you know it or not. But bravery can be small everyday things too. (🎼 "I wanna see you be brave...." 🎼)  A little more about our special guest:  Lady Trample is the founder of Chicks in Bowls. She is an exceptional roller derby jammer who started with Pirate City Rollers, competed in multiple playoffs and championship games for Victorian Roller Derby League, and recently transferred to Denver Roller Derby. She was awarded MVP at the 2017 WFTDA Championship. She played for Aotearoa Roller Derby at the 2018 Roller Derby World Cup where she was named Tournament Fan Favorite. Photo by Kevin Bouffard Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Follow our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.   Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  

This week's topic is BEING COMPETITIVE. Avoiding the Dance of the Doomed, Success Disease, and how having a Chip on your Shoulder can be an asset. More of a tough love direction this time. Warning: some ranting ensues! This episode addresses three types of situations and how you can get yourself and/or your team back into a competitive mindset so you can give your all and sleep soundly that night. Give a fox (a cuddly baby fox ;-) ) about being competitive. Book reference: "The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership" by Bill Walsh Apologies for my cat singing in the background. lol Thanks to Cori Lynn Photography for the photo. We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.  Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

"Your team is only as strong as your weakest skater and how your league treats its weakest skaters says a lot about your league." I heard this statement earlier this week and it's been bouncing around in my brain ever since. Sometimes leagues focus so hard on chasing a dream, a number on a website that says how good they are, that it's a challenge to bring others up with them. And then when turnover inevitably happens, they don't have the next people ready to join the A travel team. More teams are addressing this now with a mixed charter combining A and B levels in larger leagues, but many are still stuck with this problem. And for smaller leagues who will never have many people to pull from, it can mean nearly starting over anytime a handful of people have to step away at once.  This episode is a deep dive mostly into the perspective of a small to mid-size league where I've had the most experience and the tough lessons learned along the way. I share a couple stories of skaters that have inspired me with their dedication. And I talk in depth about how we work to reach skaters of multiple skill levels and what we have learned along the way to value every individual who is a part of our league. 📷 Crow's Feet Photo & Design We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Check out the "I OTTER-LY LOVE ROLLER DERBY" design. :-) Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

Debuting a new theme song for co-hosted episodes! Coach Dan and Jackie go back and forth between perspectives of coach, captain, and skater about feedback. How should you ask for it? Who should give feedback and when? How often is too much? And lastly continuing in our theme lately, how do we receive feedback without taking criticism as a blemish on our character? How can we rise above cases of poorly communicated feedback? THANK YOU to everyone who has been sharing this podcast, it is very appreciated and is making a difference! If you haven't yet, don't forget to rate and review on Apple Podcasts and anywhere else that takes reviews. Photo by Northland Pulp We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

Your overwhelming response to last week's episode on Impostor Syndrome and Perfectionism showed me how much this topic affects all of us and our mindset in training and in life. Continuing in that theme this week, we focus on how to change from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset.    Books mentioned in this week's podcast are: "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" by Robert M. Pirsig   "Mindset: How You can Fulfill Your Potential" by Carol S. Dweck   Photo by DeFord Designs   Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.    Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.   

This week we delve into the FIVE TYPES of Impostor Syndrome and the biggest among them -- Perfectionism. Have you ever believed you're not as good as others think you are? Do you have trouble owning success? Do you worry about being found out to be a fraud? Does this sound like someone you know? This episode is for you. We go for a dive into the different types, where Impostor Syndrome comes from, and how to deal with it and change your mindset. Photo by Circle City Junior We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

This week, I get personal about my biggest challenge, the biggest challenge for many athletes -- high pressure games where we are against a rival, a team just as good as we are, and something important is on the line. I share 4 STEPS to dealing with high pressure situations because so many of us struggle with this and we are all going to beat it together. This is how we will train to punch sharks! The podcast I mentioned in this week's episode was the Strong Athletic Podcast with Nadia Kean (Listen to Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-athletic-podcast/id1450441469). The book I talked about was The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen Rubin also has a podcast called Happier with Gretchen Rubin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happier-with-gretchen-rubin/id969519520. We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com. Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

Coach Dan and Jackie dive into questions like, how do you best communicate a new drill to your team who has a variety of learning styles? How do you know if a new drill is right for your team? How to you communicate the drill to your coach/captain/skater who runs practice? And we each share one of our most favorite drills we've stood by over the years.  Photo by Northland Pulp We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

How can we keep roller derby a happy place for ourselves and those around us? You know when the vibe is off at practice. It's kinda funky and you all can feel it without even talking about it. Today I go into THREE WAYS that YOU can impact the atmosphere at practice, in your happy place, where all the derby happens.   We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com.    Find us on Twitter & Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

This episode is a rant that I feel very strongly about. I HATE the word "Showoff". I talk about what it means and the effect it has on others. Why do we get intimidated by others? How do we let ourselves shine as brightly as can? Most importantly, how do we fight human nature and the laws of power to make each other better and come together as a team? And I forget to add the music at the end, lol.   If you want to learn more about things I referenced today: Books -  "The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene "The 50th Law" by Robert Greene Podcast interview with Robert Green on Niyi Sobo's Sports Motivation Podcast   Super Bowl Watching Workout: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/photos/a.1731696670461753/2030662490565168/ We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!  Photo by Northland Pulp. Want to know how you can support the podcast? Visit our derby design store at https://power4thwhistle.threadless.com.   Want to sponsor the podcast? E-mail power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Follow our facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.     Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Instagram: @Power4thWhistle

This episode is for players in the "rotator" position. You are on the bench, ready to go in if there is penalty trouble or if people need a rest, but you want to be someone that can be counted upon. How can you convince the team you are ready? You might not be able to control the amount of minutes you play, but you sure can control how you play them. Coach Dan is back and together we list off FIVE BIG WAYS you can INCREASE YOUR VALUE to the team. We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Photo by Belle Photography

The Return of Coach Dan!! How do you go from that 27-in-5 test to suiting up in a jersey on your very first roster for your team? How do you get your team (not your coach, your TEAM) to trust in you as an option? This week on the Power Through the 4th Whistle Roller Derby Podcast, we talk about how rookie skaters who have passed their skills test can make that transition into getting on a roster.  Photo from my very first game in 2010, taken by Junior of Circle City Derby Girls   We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle.  E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle 

This week I talk about Rookie Skaters approaching their basic skills test, the BIG FOUR ELEMENTS it takes to pass the 27 laps in 5 minutes time trial, and 8 PRO TIPS/TRICKS to help get you over the finish line if you're really close or continue to grow your lap number potential. I DID MAKE A VIDEO!! Here's those exercises to help strengthen your crossovers: https://www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle/posts/2019415421689875 We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.   Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle 

It's a new year, we have goals. How do we get and stay motivated on our journey? In this episode, I talk about intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation, how to plan for and overcome obstacles in our path, and what to do when we lose motivation.  Here's a link to the FREE Power Through the 4th Whistle group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/672566336179676/ And a link to the article on intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation: https://www.excelatlife.com/articles/intrinsic_motivation.htm 📷 Crow's Feet Photo & Design We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.  Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

It's New Year's Eve! That means New Years resolutions and goals are on our minds. To make sure they don't get cast off by the end of January like a stale fruitcake, this episode focuses on 3 BIG WAYS to help you absolutely CRUSH your New Years goals for 2019, whatever they may be. This will help you not just in derby, but in EVERY area of your life!   1) Change your thought pattern - the puppy talk 2) Record data 3) Visual reminders   To hear more, better listen to the episode. :-)   Photo by Greg Dunn   We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.   Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Merry Christmas!! Today on the Power Through the 4th Whistle podcast, we are doing some mental reps and mental sets. That's right, mindset training. A special Christmas episode that you can listen to on any game day, on your way to practice, anytime you need a little boost of confidence! SAVE this episode. It's a gift! I'm sharing two of my favorite podcasts and giving you the gift of Niyi Sobo -- subscribe to both of his podcasts, Get Ya Mind Right and the Sports Motivation Podcast. He is a former NFL running back and now motivates athletes and entrepreneurs around the world with practical advice. I'm sharing my favorite track from GYMR, "I can do it", episode 213 (this track is explicit, maybe you don't want to listen with kids in the car). He believes in the power of mental reps, you need to repeat what you want to be true over and over again. Whatever your goals are, no matter your age, it's possible. You CAN do it!   We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us!   Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com.   Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle 

Why do I talk about Harry Potter in this episode?!??! You'll have to listen to find out. ;-) Continuing from our last episode of getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, this episode focuses on asking for help. Why do we struggle with this in general? Is it a badge of honor to do it all on our own? Is admitting we aren't perfect or have it all figured out so bad? Let's talk about how asking for help can make you a better skater, teammate, league member, and human being and all the positive benefits. We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Thank you to Northland Pulp for the photo.

How do you make something that is uncomfortable for you into something that's ok? Being ok with looking silly? Being ok with failure? Being ok with falling? This episode focuses on how to break through discomfort to become stronger, more agile, more well rounded as a roller derby player and a human being. Get comfortable with any skill, any type of floor, any temperature, any position on the track! We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle Thank you to Northland Pulp for the photo.

Power Through the 4th Whistle's three part series on how to shop for roller derby gear! It's the holidays and your loved ones might help sponsor your roller derby adventure, but how do you know what's good? What do you need? What's important? What isn't? Here in part 3, Jackie Bauer shares her FIVE FAVORITE SECRETS to a better derby experience. Smell better, special protection to certain parts of your body, intact toe nails....you know, the good stuff. ;-) Save the episode and send it on to any skaters in your league that have questions about gear and how to shop for it. Jackie can clear the fog and break down the facts and opinions based on lots of asking around and personal research. Jackie is NOT sponsored and makes recommendations based on research and experience. Have you visited the Power Through the 4th Whistle shop? We have tons of t-shirt designs that can also be printed on hoodies, leggings, and mugs! https://www.sunfrog.com/EndlessWardrobe/RollerDerby Apex Predator design mentioned in part 2: https://www.sunfrog.com/136847768-1353257173.html?38702 We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Power Through the 4th Whistle is starting a three part series on how to shop for roller derby gear! It's the holidays and your loved ones might help sponsor your roller derby adventure, but how do you know what's good? What do you need? What's important? What isn't? Here in part 2, Jackie Bauer goes over the next SIX essential accessories that you need to know more about to become a better skaters in your derby journey. Toe Stops, Wheels, Bearings, etc, how do you pick them out? Save the episode and send it on to any skaters in your league that have questions about gear and how to shop for it. Jackie can clear the fog and break down the facts and opinions based on lots of asking around and personal research. Jackie is NOT sponsored and makes recommendations based on research and experience. Have you visited the Power Through the 4th Whistle shop? We have tons of t-shirt designs that can also be printed on hoodies, leggings, and mugs! https://www.sunfrog.com/EndlessWardrobe/RollerDerby Apex Predator design mentioned on part 2: https://www.sunfrog.com/136847768-1353257173.html?38702 We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Power Through the 4th Whistle is starting a three part series on how to shop for roller derby gear! It's the holidays and your loved ones might help sponsor your roller derby adventure, but how do you know what's good? What do you need? What's important? What isn't? Here in part 1, Jackie Bauer goes over the top SIX absolute essentials that you need in your derby journey. Skates, Helmets, Knee pads, Elbow pads, Wrist Guards, and a Mouthguard, how do you pick them out? Save the episode and send it on to any skaters in your league that have questions about gear and how to shop for it. Jackie can clear the fog and break down the facts and opinions based on lots of asking around and personal research. Jackie is NOT sponsored by these products and makes recommendations based on research and experience. Have you visited the Power Through the 4th Whistle shop? We have tons of t-shirt designs that can also be printed on hoodies, leggings, and mugs! https://www.sunfrog.com/EndlessWardrobe/RollerDerby Apex Predator design mentioned on part 2: https://www.sunfrog.com/136847768-1353257173.html?38702 We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Jackie Bauer from Power Through the 4th Whistle focuses on the FIVE super important things you need to focus on during off season to optimize your performance in the future. Worried about being ready for 27 laps in 5 minutes? Feeling burned out? Want to have the most awesome season of your life? Better take a listen! Happy Thanksgiving, enjoy your holiday weekend with loved ones! We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

The competition was FIERCE! The final game was a street fight! Jackie Bauer and Bellatrix LeStrangle give a game by game summary of the 2018 WFTDA Championship in New Orleans. The highs, the lows, the dramatic moments that made us gasp and cheer. We also each give a special award for a skater or moment in each game for funsies! We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Jackie Bauer and new guest Bellatrix LeStrangle reveal our bracket predictions for the 2018 WFTDA Championship taking place in New Orleans! We give a rundown of the teams' seasons this year, how they did at playoffs and Thin Air Throwdown, the wins and losses and expectations, and speculate what the teams have learned to get them into that medal picture. There are thoughts with the brain, feelings from the heart, and butter beer for everyone! We even discuss our favorite ways to work out our bodies as well as our brains while watching derbz! We love roller derby and talking about roller derby! Talk to us! Follow our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/powerthru4thwhistle. E-mail your derby thoughts to power4thwhistle@gmail.com. Hit us up on Twitter: @Power4thWhistle

Jackie Bauer addresses the BIGGEST MISTAKES skaters (and coaches) make after a close loss...and her TOP FIVE good productive actions you can take to capitalize on this experience and optimize your performance in the future. Jackie also provides a drill to work on how to win the game in a close situation and h