The Full Circle Podcast brings you unfiltered conversations from Austin, Texas, where friends Kam Jackson and Isaac Reynolds dive into everything from conspiracy theories to coffee shops. Join this show for laughs, hot takes, and friendship.
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Writers, artivists, and creatives CHARLES TYSON, JR. and MARTHA MADRIGAL come to you each week with their unique brand of wit and humor as they discuss current headlines affecting the LGBTQ+ community, pop culture, and navigating life as a black queer man and a white trans femme, recently engaged. After ten years of friendship and another twelve years as a couple, these former tavern owners invite you into their home at East Barbary Lane each week to visit with them, their ridiculously needy ...
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The Full Circl Podcast takes a deep dive into the lives and stories of the world's most exciting leaders. We explore a range of powerful themes throughout our podcast. The journey to where they are now, the struggles they've faced to get there and the valuable life lessons they've learned along the way are some of the main topics we delve into in each episode. We hope the stories shared here will provide key learning opportunities and value to those listening. What is the Circl Program? The ...
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Send us a text In this week's episode, Kam and Isaac break down the celebrities who make everything better versus the actors who can bring down even the most brilliant scripts – brace yourself for some hot takes! *insert sizzle noise*由Circle Studios
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Can you stop your Garmin at 4.98 miles? If you’re like 98% of the athletes we’ve worked with over the years, you can’t. Or rather…you won’t. We’re going to dive into why you should consider stopping that Garmin whenever your workout is complete, even if - gasp of shock! - a random distance is showing on your devices. Read this Article: https://www.…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 99 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of The Full Circl Podcast, Mohammad Koheeallee shares his inspiring journey as a Quality Environment Safety and Health Coordinator at Coca-Cola. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up with a disability, the importance of confidence and support in finding employment,…
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Send us a text Austin's entertainment scene hits different in this episode, as Isaac breaks down his night at a concert while Kam dishes about a comedy show.由Circle Studios
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Think you don’t need to bring hydration with you on Winter workouts? Think again. You need hydration in the Winter just as much as you do in the Summer. But a whole plethora of unfortunate biological circumstances makes you feel like you don’t. Don’t fall victim to this; you are actually thirsty in the Winter. Read this Article: https://www.fullcir…
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Send us a text In this premiere episode, Kam and Isaac trace their journey from church coworkers in Oregon to both landing in Austin, Texas.由Circle Studios
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Some athletes dread indoor workouts. Others relish in them. Irrespective of the time of year or how one feels about them, what is the true purpose of indoor workouts? Read this Article: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-indoor-workouts Learn more about Full Circle Endurance: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/ Submit ques…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 98 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of the Full Circl Podcast, Dan Barber, Group Chief Communications Officer at OCS, shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to a successful career in a large organisation. He discusses the importance of hard work, resilience, and the belief that anything is p…
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Send us a text Here is a short sneak peak into the Full Circle Podcast, we're all so excited for our official premiere on 2/14/2025, from that point on we will continue to release audio-only episodes every Friday.由Circle Studios
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While a lack of motivation can strike any time of year, it seems to hit endurance athletes hardest during the Winter months. If you are struggling to find the motivation to do workouts, don’t despair or beat yourself up about it. Instead, take an alternative approach to help you reignite your workout mojo and to find a way back to consistency. Read…
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Are you currently injured, sick, or experiencing some other setback that is keeping you from training? The patience required to navigate times like these is very, very real. At times, it can feel like time has stood still and like the path forward is too long to face. Finding hope or something to look forward to may seem impossible. And yet…it is p…
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Charles & Martha sat down with Rio Cortez, poet and author of the wonderful children's book "The ABC's of Women's History." They discussed the importance of the book for young readers, the need for intersectionality in children's education, why women's history is American history all year round...and so much more! LEARN MORE ABOUT RIO GET YOUR COPY…
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Unfortunately, almost all endurance athletes will sustain an injury at some point in their endurance sports journey. When this happens, it’s important to take a pragmatic approach both to managing the injury itself and to one’s return to training. Doing so shortens the overall time that an athlete has to be away from doing what they love and helps …
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With Martha busy being a WW (Working Woman,) Charles is holding down the fort on his own! In this first hit-it-and-quit-it MINIsode of 2025, he talks about: The 76ers Finally See Reason..For Now. META Must WANT Us To Quit Them! The Golden Globes Make A Good "To Watch" List ...And More! DONATE To The Wildfire Relief Fund 2025 FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "D…
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Athletes often consider the workouts that they do on a day-to-day basis, but they don’t necessarily consider how those workouts build up over time and how workouts completed today and this week impact other workouts six months or more in the future. An Annual Training Plan charts this long-term path toward an athlete’s goals, and a well-developed A…
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In This First New Episode of 2025, We Talk About: Queer History Is Being Made All Over The Place...Much Good...Some Not So Good! Martha Is Doing The Damned Thing! We Love Effective Protest Through Art ...and so much more! LISTEN TO our Interview with Robb Reichard, Executive Director of AIDS Fund Philly LISTEN TO our Interview with Civil Rights Att…
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How do you find the right running shoes? It may seem simple at face value, but it’s actually a deceptive process and can be trickier than it initially appears. But there's good news! Once you understand some basic elements about your feet and about running shoes, you can absolutely find the right running shoes for you, no matter what type of runnin…
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In this final episode of 2024/first episode of 2025, Charles & Martha sat down with David Beck, the co-writer/director and one of the stars of the powerful upcoming film "Regarding Us." They discussed the film, its proper place in LGBTQ+ cinema, the vital importance of authenticity in telling queer stories, the strength found in intergenerational q…
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The end of a year or season often prompts athletes to reflect on their past season and to consider what goals they would like to set in the future. There is plenty of advice out there about how to set goals, but unfortunately, a lot of the common advice is also ineffective advice. What are some effective strategies that runners, cyclists, triathlet…
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Coach Laura gives an overview of the nine best nonfiction books she read in 2024! Read this Article: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/coach-lauras-top-9-nonfiction-books-of-2024 Books Referenced During the Episode: Lily’s Promise: Holding On to Hope Through Auschwitz and Beyond by Lily Ebert and Dov Forman The Athlete's Gut: The Inside Scie…
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Coach Laura gives an overview of the 10 best fiction books she read in 2024! Read this Article: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/coach-lauras-top-10-fiction-books-of-2024 Books Referenced During the Episode: Arc of a Scythe Series (Trilogy + Stories) Scythe by Neal Shusterman Thunderhead by Neal Shusterman The Toll by Neal Shusterman Gleani…
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Full Circle Endurance posted 88 new articles on our blog in 2024, and we have over 586 blog posts in our archives from almost a decade of writing. These are the blog posts that readers connected with the most in 2024! #1 - Don’t Pull Up on Your Bicycle Pedals #2 -The Law of Diminishing Returns #3 - Why You Shouldn't Wear a Wetsuit in Triathlons and…
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The Full Circle Podcast officially launched for the first time in January 2024. Over the course of the year, 69 episodes were published. Some of them really resonated with listeners! We decided to share the Top 5 Episodes of the year. Read this Article: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/top-5-podcast-episodes-of-2024 Learn more about Full Ci…
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After 15+ years of being a runner, cyclist, and triathlete as well as having coached hundreds of individual endurance athletes to goals of all shapes and sizes, Coach Laura has tested out many gear items and seen many athletes do the same. As a result of that experience, she has many gear tips to share to help you avoid frustration and to set you u…
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In This Episode, We Talk About: How is it possible to throw thousands of people and YOURSELF under a bus...that you're on?! Ask Sarah McBride. BluSky is about that life! YMCA is a gay anthem, and we'll hear nothing else on the subject! ...and so much more! READ Erin Reed's List of the 82 Democrats Who Voted Against Healthcare For Trans Kids LISTEN …
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Treadmills have become a popular tool for athletes and exercise enthusiasts alike. While they certainly do confer some benefits, they also have some significant drawbacks. It’s important for endurance athletes choosing to leverage the treadmill to consider all aspects of this device so they can be aware of its impact - both positive and negative - …
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Cooler temperatures usher in a new season of apparel for endurance athletes. When the temperatures drop, what to wear for a workout becomes a big question that athletes wrestle with. However, deciding what garments to wear during Winter and cold weather workouts doesn’t need to be an all-day internal debate. Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://www…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 97 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode, Simon Ward, a serial entrepreneur, shares his journey and advice for young people starting their careers. He emphasises the importance of believing in oneself, being tenacious, and having a well-planned business proposition. He also encourages reaching out to successful ent…
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The Off-Season is often mistakenly thought of as unimportant. Nothing could be further from the truth. Training in the Off-Season and Winter season is a vitally important component of overall training for endurance athletes and is what sets the stage for what athletes traditionally consider “real” training later on as their goals loom nearer. Coach…
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The only certainty in endurance sports - as in life - is uncertainty. A paradox, to be sure. But the truth, nevertheless. Try as we might, we cannot accurately foresee all that will happen in our lives. (And this - the holiday season - is a time of year when this happens a lot.) This means that there will be times when things that were pre-planned …
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In a world where people are increasingly busy and seeking to get as much done as possible, the idea of multitasking is incredibly, incredibly alluring. The hard truth is that multitasking is a myth, and that’s especially true for endurance athletes while they are completing workouts. If you want to reap the benefits and/or see performance gains ove…
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Charles & Martha sat down with author and Guggenheim Fellow John S. Garrison to discuss his new book, "Red, Hot & Blue," an exploration of the iconic collaboration of some of the biggest names in music in 1990 coming together to bring awareness to the HIV/AIDS crisis ravaging the world. They discussed the monumental impact of the Red, Hot & Blue pr…
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In This Episode, We Talk About: America, Gurl...What Is You Doing?! A Few Rays Of Hope Amidst The Chaos Of The Election MAGA + DL = NO ...and so much more! READ Langston Hughes' "Let America Be America Again" in its entirety READ Maya Agelou's "And Still I Rise" in its entirety CHECK OUT These Queer Grassroots Organizations Doing The Work LISTEN To…
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Too many runners, triathletes, cyclists, and swimmers discount the importance of strength training in their endurance sports training. Strength training should not be just an off-season element. For athletes who want to reduce their probability and see consistent gains over time, strength training should be incorporated all year long. Read this Coa…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 96 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of The Full Circl Podcast, we sit down with Tony Longden, Head of Insurance and Financial Planning for Santander UK and CEO of Santander Insurance Services UK Limited. Tony shares his journey, reflecting on his 14-year career with Santander and offering valuable insights int…
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“Nothing new on race day!” is extremely common advice doled out to runners, triathletes, cyclists, and other endurance athletes. Unfortunately, too many athletes think this advice only pertains to physical gear items, such as shoes or clothing. “Nothing new on race day” means so much more than this. Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://www.fullcirc…
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In This Episode, We Talk About: Martha and Charles catch up on aaaaaaaalllll the news that happened since they last sat down together Rudy Giuliani is forced to run his things because he ran his mouth Martha might actually listen to a Sade song! ...and so much more! FIFTEEN MINUTE FAVE: "Coffee" by Chappel Roan Fifteen Minute Faves Playlist: APPLE …
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Where does confidence come from? For humans and endurance athletes alike, it comes from surviving doing something scary. Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/confidence-comes-from-surviving-doing-the-scary-thing Learn more about Full Circle Endurance: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/ Submit questions to be answered …
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Is exercise as good as pharmacological medicine? Athletes and exercise enthusiasts alike have long touted the benefits of a movement practice. But does the research back up this anecdotal enthusiasm? Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/is-exercise-as-good-as-medicine Sources: Netz, Yael. (2017). “Is the Comparison …
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Charles sat down with author Eliot Schrefer to discuss his new book, "The Brightness Between Us," a sequel to "The Darkness Outside Us." They discussed themes of science fiction, emotional connection, queer representation, the role of AI in storytelling, the challenges of film adaptation, and so much more! GET YOUR COPY OF "The Brightness Between U…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 95 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Blake, Chief People Officer at TalkTalk, discusses her career journey and offers advice to young people. She studied theatre studies in university and initially had no intention of working in human resources. However, she followed her passion for theatre and gained va…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 94 of The Full Circl Podcast! Simon Spyer, CEO, Data Driven & Performance Marketing at Iris, shares his career journey and offers advice for young professionals. He emphasises the importance of focusing on what you enjoy and developing transferable skills. Simon encourages young professionals to view job rejections as o…
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Do you do a lot of the same races and set similar goals in endurance sports year after year? While there can be value - and comfort! - in doing the same events year after year, switching up the races you do and the goals you breathe new life into your endurance sports journey and set you up for different - and perhaps greater! - success. Read this …
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Charles sat down with Jonathan Edmondson, Rain Diaz, and Kathryn Wylde, respective director and cast members of The Strides Collective, a Philadelphia-based queer theater company. They discussed their upcoming production "Confabulation," the importance of queer representation in theater, the challenges of producing a world premiere, the significanc…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 93 of The Full Circl Podcast! Tim Doggett, CEO of the Chemical Business Association, shares his journey from a small village in Cheshire to leading a global trade association. He emphasises the importance of ambition, creating opportunities, and being resilient in the face of challenges. Tim also discusses the need for …
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Many, many athletes ask themselves “Can I accomplish this goal?” when they are considering a goal in endurance sports. Instead of this, I encourage athletes to ask themselves something else…something that may very well set the trajectory for their entire training process. Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/what-to…
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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 92 of The Full Circl Podcast! In this episode of the Full Circl Podcast, Craig Bell, CEO of Bell Group, discusses the challenges and rewards of leading a property services business with a strong social conscience. He shares his journey from being labelled a failure in school to becoming a successful leader, emphasising …
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Charles & Martha sat down with award-winning journalist and author Nico Lang. They discussed Nico's new book "American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era," the importance of such a book for the LGBTQ+ community, the current political climate surrounding LGBTQ+ and so much more! GET YOUR COPY OF AMERICAN T…
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Charles sat down for a delightful discussion with stage director Jack Tamburri. They talk about Jack's current project with the Children's Theater Company called "Drawing Lessons," queer representation in art, their respective core creative influences...and SO much more!!! To learn more about Children's Theater Company and "Drawing Lessons" VISIT T…
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Long runs and long rides are staples of many training plans for endurance athletes. But why are these types of workouts so integral to endurance training plans? Most athletes know that long workouts are important, but many do not understand exactly why they work and what adaptations they stimulate in the body. Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: https://w…
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