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Coach Mikki and Friends
Hosted by Coach Mikki · EN
The Most Courageous Thing You Can Do.. Is Be Yourself! - Coach Mikki
C'mon in and make yourself comfortable! Grab a cup of coffee and listen in as our Circle of Friends Guests share their stories! We hope to inspire you, make you laugh and maybe teach you something new.
Come as you are, no perfection is needed!
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Baloney Cake, Tuna Jello,to Livermush - Coach Mikki and Mel - S6E5
Mar 1600:29:00Tap to summarizeBaloney cake sounds like a joke until you hear what the “icing” is. Mel joins me for a laugh-filled trip through the world of vintage recipes, retro desserts, and those classic mid-century food trends that leaned hard on gelatin molds, convenience ingredients, and pure confidence. We get into the unforgettable lineup: baloney cake layered like a real cake, hot dogs suspended in lemon-lime Jell-O, and a tuna mousse that dares you to look at mayonnaise the same way again. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves weird food history, and leave a review if you want more conversations like this. Then tell us in the comments: what food do you miss from growing up, or what’s the grossest recipe you’ve actually eaten? Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Rewrite The Playbook: Identity,& Belief- Interview On GrandeConnections - S6E4
Feb 2700:20:02Tap to summarizeThank you, Donna Grande with GrandeConnections, for having me as your guest!! A seven-year-old falls in love with Giants football. Years later, she’s calling plays, building culture, and proving that coaching is a craft earned in the film room, on the practice field, and through a thousand quiet acts of leadership. Coach Mikki St. Germain joins us to share how she moved from team mom to Varsity Special Teams Coordinator and D-Line Coach.We dig into the hard parts: being second-guessed, a sideline confrontation that crossed the line, and the moment she chose accountability over ego to protect her team’s standards. She breaks down why “winning and learning” beats “winning and losing,” how players absorb their coach’s mindset under pressure, and why belief, consistent, practiced, and visible, changes on and off the field. If you’re ready to trade doubt for reps, bias for standards, and noise for purpose, hit play, subscribe, and leave a review with the bold move you’ll take this week.Connect with Donna Connect with Coach Mikki Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →From Friday The 13th Myths To Galentine’s Joy - Coach Mikki and Mel - S6E3
Feb 1300:27:46Tap to summarizeConnect with Mel Connect with Coach MikkiWhat if “unlucky” is just a story we inherited, and we’re free to rewrite it? We kick things off with Friday the 13th and follow the thread through Norse myths, the Last Supper, and the Knights Templar to see how fear gathers power over time. Then we flip the script with Galentine’s Day, turning a date with a bad reputation into a bright spot for friendship, humor, and everyday love that doesn’t wait for a calendar prompt.From there, we lose it in laughter talking about the rituals we learned as kids, honking through tunnels, lifting our feet over railroad tracks, counting cows until a cemetery reset, still echo in how we chase luck and ward off jitters. We share the nostalgia of vintage toys and board games (yes, Operation’s terrifying buzz and Monopoly debt at age 10), plus the handmade Barbie outfits that prove fashion really does come back around—hello again, shoulder pads. These memories aren’t just cute; they’re a map of how culture changes and how we choose what to keep.We also open up about what we’re building now. Mel’s crafting seasonal word search books, sketching cozy mysteries, and launching a stock photo portfolio. Mickey’s fresh off a keynote on why comfort zones kill success and is racing to finish a new book before a small East Coast signing tour. Creativity becomes our counterspell to superstition: show up, make something, share it. That’s how we make our own luck.If you’ve ever wondered why 13 feels spooky, whether numerology helps or hinders, or how a sitcom joke turned into a global celebration of women’s friendship, you’ll feel right at home here. Come for the folklore and stay for the heart, the laughs, and the reminder that joy lands best when it’s shared. If this conversation made you smile, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review, what superstition are you still carrying? Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →A Safe Space For Joy, Self-Love, And Remembering Who You Are - Sensei Nancy Mueller - S6E2
Jan 2700:24:15Tap to summarizeWhat if joy isn’t a reward for getting life “right,” but your natural baseline? Coach Mikki sits down with Sensei Nancy, author, life sensei, and founder of The Dojo, to explore what happens when we stop trying to fix ourselves and start remembering who we really are. This isn’t a pep talk; it’s a grounded look at the mindset, language, and community that make lasting change feel possible.The conversation turns deeply personal as Sensei Nancy reflects on her divorce and the identity free fall that comes when roles fall away. If you answer “Who are you?” with titles and tasks, this part will land. We talk about becoming someone who can look in the mirror with unflinching love, about declining invitations into unworthiness, and about picking rooms that expand you rather than compress you. Expect practical takeaways and an invitation to try a weekly cadence of reflection, language upgrades, and community support that keeps momentum alive.If you’re ready to honor your gifts, raise your frequency, and find a circle where your joy is welcome, you’ll feel at home here. Explore Nancy’s books, YouTube topics, and how to join the Dojo. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s awakening, and leave a review telling us one word you’re retiring from your vocabulary. Your light belongs here. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Bananas, Blizzards, And Being A Decent Human- Melissa Johnson - S6E1
Jan 2300:30:03Tap to summarizeWelcome back Mel!! Listen as we swap stories about choosing presence over panic, from a tense checkout line during storm prep to why people are buying vinyl, CDs and even flip phones again. We share simple ways to read a room, spread calm, and enjoy real connection without screens.• Mel returns for a monthly chat• reading emotional undercurrents in public spaces• small acts that lower crowd anxiety• practical storm prep without panic• games, conversation and offline time when power drops• creative outlets: Mel’s word search books and journals• digital fatigue, AI slop and the flip phone shift• owning media again: vinyl, CDs and VHS nostalgia• streaming frustrations vs tangible collections• choosing presence, compliments and everyday kindnessLinks to Mel’s books Connect with Coach Mikki Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Plug Back Into Your Power - Elizabeth Payne - S5 E10
Dec 400:27:07Tap to summarizeWhat if the version of success you built no longer fits, and the real path forward starts with five quiet minutes? That’s where our conversation with Elizabeth begins. She’s an engineer-turned-empowerment coach who helps people plug back into their power by aligning what they want with what they believe, feel, and do each day. We unpack the subtle signs of misalignment chronic unease, constant chasing, an inner no beneath an outer yes and why feeling clearer, not busier, is the truest performance metric.We dig into her simple framework: name a vivid vision, then empty the “backpack” of beliefs that fight it. Fear shows up for everyone, but it doesn’t have to be the driver. Elizabeth walks through finding the root of a fear, reframing it with evidence and choice, and getting the subconscious on board so action feels lighter. For high-achievers and logical thinkers, we talk about balancing analysis with possibility, replacing the demand for 40 steps with the next wise step, and using small experiments to build proof and momentum.You’ll hear practical tools you can start today: a five-minute daily quiet practice to sense your own energy and wants, questions that separate your voice from external noise, and ways to treat your past as a bridge rather than a prison. If you’re staring at a comfortable life that doesn’t feel like yours, this conversation offers a path back to clarity, courage, and forward motion. Listen, take one honest step, and tell us what comfort you’re ready to release.Connect with Elizabeth PayneConnect with Coach Mikki Get your copy of Coach Mikki's new book - 4th and 1 Mindset Enjoyed the conversation? Subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review your support helps more people find the show. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Mastering Career Transitions and LinkedIn Strategies with Lynn Williams- S5E9
Nov 3000:31:58Tap to summarizeCurious about making a significant career change or enhancing your business presence? Lynn Williams, the Executive Director of Great Careers Group and an EDD candidate, shares her expert insights into the intricacies of career transitions. Learn the difference between a career pivot and a complete reinvention, and discover the crucial role of keywords and positioning on LinkedIn. Lynn also sheds light on the plethora of resources and services offered by Great Careers Group, from online career development and networking opportunities to specialized support for veterans. Plus, she shares invaluable tips for solopreneurs and entrepreneurs on leveraging LinkedIn effectively, drawing from her involvement with SCORE.In this episode, we dive into the tailored support available for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Get a comprehensive understanding of how to craft compelling resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and company pages that meet each sector's unique needs. For nonprofits, Lynn offers additional guidance on maximizing LinkedIn to share board member recruitment, volunteer opportunities, and event information. Packed with actionable advice and essential resources, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone eager to advance their career or boost their business presence. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Unlocking Your Female Advantage Part 2- Katrina van Oudheusden - S5E8
Nov 2100:42:56Tap to summarizeReady to stop forcing your days into a 24-hour hustle that doesn’t fit your body? We sit down with Katrina, creator of the Create Her Planner, to reframe planning around lunar phases, seasonal energy, and the real rhythms women experience across life stages, including perimenopause and postmenopause. This is a practical, grounded conversation about matching tasks to timing so your best work happens when your brain and body are ready.We walk through how the planner blends a lunar calendar, weekly energy “batteries,” and focused prompts for money moves, marketing, and deep work. White space and mandalas shift planning from stress to clarity in five quiet minutes. You’ll hear stories from women using the system to write books faster, launch offers in the right window, and protect recovery days without guilt. We also talk candidly about privacy, why a paper-first tool keeps your health data in your hands, and how to communicate softer days with partners and teams so support shows up where it counts.Katrina shares what’s new for 2026: the Inner Circle planning community, Create Her Rewire coaching to build businesses that honor energy cycles, and intimate Reset Weekends, including a small-group, all-inclusive gathering in El Salvador. If you’ve ever wondered why some weeks flow while others fight you, this episode offers a clear framework to test: track your energy, align with lunar phases, and let your data guide when to sell, strategize, or simply rest. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs permission to slow down, and leave a review telling us your strongest season or moon phase. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Unlocking Your Female Advantage Part 1 - Katrina van Oudheusden - S5E7
Oct 300:32:05Tap to summarizeWhat if everything you've been taught about productivity and business strategy was designed for someone else's biology? In this eye-opening conversation, former Disney chef turned business strategist Katrina Van Oudheusden reveals the missing piece in women's entrepreneurial education: understanding and leveraging the female infradian rhythm.Katrina shares her journey from thirteen years in Disney's kitchens to discovering that traditional business approaches weren't serving women entrepreneurs. After noticing women consistently struggled with rigid time management systems that men seemed to thrive with, she began exploring the biological differences that might explain this disconnect. What she discovered transformed her approach to business and life.The female monthly cycle isn't just about reproduction, it creates predictable patterns in creativity, communication ability, detail orientation, and energy levels that can be strategically harnessed for business success. Katrina breaks down the four phases of the infradian rhythm and explains how each brings unique cognitive strengths: the follicular phase for visionary planning, the ovulatory phase for crystal-clear communication and sales, the luteal phase for detail work and task completion, and the menstrual phase for neural connectivity and integration.Perhaps most fascinating is how this knowledge is already being applied by high-performers. Katrina reveals how the 2019 US Women's Soccer Team reportedly structured their training around players' cycles, contributing to their World Cup victory. For women entrepreneurs who feel burned out trying to follow productivity systems that conflict with their biology, this conversation offers both validation and a practical new approach.Ready to discover your unique flow and leverage your biological rhythms for greater success? Connect with Katrina at TruthBombMarketing.com and download her free guide to working with not against your female advantage. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
Transcribe →Apple Pie, and History Coming to Life: The Magic of Riley's Farm - Jim Riley - S5E6
Sep 2800:23:27Tap to summarizeTucked away in the historic apple-growing region of Oak Glen, California, lies Riley's Farm – a 760-acre colonial living history experience that's become a beloved family tradition for thousands of Southern California families. Join Coach Mikki and farm owner Jim Riley as they explore how this remarkable destination evolved from a family vacation property into an immersive historical experience hosting 80,000 schoolchildren annually.Riley shares the serendipitous journey that led to creating a place where history comes alive through Revolutionary War reenactments, colonial dinners, and seasonal harvests. What make extraordinary isn't just its apple orchards or homemade pies – it's the opportunity for families to actively participate in American heritage rather than passively consume entertainment. From pressing apple cider in traditional presses to dancing in converted barns after farm-to-table meals, visitors create memories that digital experiences simply can't replicate.The conversation reveals something deeper happening at Riley's Farm – what Jim describes as a "mystical connection" many feel to agricultural rhythms. "Most of us are only three or four generations removed from the soil," he explains, suggesting that farm experiences tap into cultural memories embedded in our collective consciousness. As families disconnect from technology and reconnect with tactile experiences, they often discover joy in simple pleasures and gain appreciation for the sacrifices made by earlier Americans who built our nation through tremendous hardship and heroism.Whether you're looking for a unique family outing, seeking to understand American history beyond textbooks, or simply craving the taste of freshly pressed cider and homemade caramel apple pie, Riley's Farm offers an authentic escape from modern life. As Coach Mikki attests from years of visits, "It leaves a memory that you'll cherish." Discover how you can experience this unique destination or support its preservation by visiting rileysfarm.com today. Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel
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