Podcast
Lunch with Lindsay
Hosted by FamilyMade Media · EN
Brought to you by FamilyMade Media, Lindsay Czarniak's new podcast, “Lunch with Lindsay,” dives deep into the stories worth sharing—the ones capable of connecting us all. With a full slate of athletes, musicians, and high-profile members of the media, this podcast will allow listeners (and viewers!) to learn how others perform at the highest level in all aspects of their life. With her professional background as a sports anchor and reporter, Lindsay draws out incredible stories from her guests, finding commonalities that connect us all!
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Big News from Lindsay!
Jul 1000:00:32Tap to summarizeThanks for being part of the Lunch with Lindsay community. I’m so excited to share that I’ve launched a brand new podcast: Things No One Tells You. This new show dives into the honest, untold stories behind the moments that shape us, with some incredible guests along the way. Listen and subscribe to Things No One Tells You wherever you get your podcasts or try out the quick links below: Spotify Apple Podcasts Other Podcast Players Watch full episodes on YouTube: @lindsaycz If you’re enjoying the new show, I’d be so grateful if you’d subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Lunch with Lindsay - Catching up with Craig Melvin and a special guest around the holidays.
Dec 7, 202300:34:51Tap to summarizeLindsay serves up holiday style lunch in a candid “booth breakdown” with husband Craig Melvin. They talk holiday traditions, family dynamics, and behind the scenes “Today Show” life. The duo is joined by special guest, Craig’s mom - Betty Jo Melvin, for a spirited conversation about this time of year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Racing to Evolve a Sport - Lunch with Lindsay and Lisa Lazarus
Nov 2, 202301:10:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode Lindsay sits down with Lisa Lazarus, CEO of HISA - (Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority) the governing body created to help regulate the sport of horse racing through its racetrack safety and anti doping programs. Lisa, who spent years as in house legal council at the NFL shares about her role leading the charge to reduce the number of injuries and deaths around the sport. She opens up about navigating the challenges that come with trying to implement change in the tight knit, historically traditional thoroughbred racing community and how the loss of her mother at a young age shaped her as a woman and as a leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Lunch with Lindsay - football, friendship and fake it til you make it
Oct 26, 202300:45:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Lindsay sits down with friends and entrepreneurs Natalie Femia of Lost Barrel Brewing, consultant Summer Church and NFL Network reporter Bridget Condon to talk Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the secrets behind confidence and connection in careers and dish on the “favorite things” about being newlyweds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ladies Who Lunch: The Power of Female Friendship with Stephanie Szostak, Emily Liebert and Alisyn Camerota
Oct 9, 202301:04:43Tap to summarizeTake a seat with Lindsay and 3 friends as they share how female friendship and frequent “lunches” have helped them navigate life. After a photo shoot for Westport Magazine, Lindsay sits down with friends - author Emily Liebert, journalist Alisyn Camerota and actress Stephanie Szostak to dish about how collaboration and supporting one another through professional and personal challenges and triumphs has meant everything. Moderated by magazine editor-in-chief Samantha Yanks, the foursome discuss topics including mental health, the “toughest thing” they’ve overcome and the daily ritual they cannot live without. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Lessons of a Lifetime and How to Live Fully in the Present | Ep. 11
Sep 22, 202300:57:32Tap to summarizeA Conversation with Lindsay, Her Mom, and Her Grandma Vee.As her grandmother celebrates her 95th birthday, Lindsay invites us into a conversation over lunch at her Grandma’s house where Lindsay, her Grandma Vee and her mother Terri talk about life lessons. The trio discusses love, motherhood, work/life balance and how to make the most of all the moments by sharing perspectives from three different generations. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts.FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pEAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5Follow Lindsay on social media:• Instagram: @lindsaycz• Twitter: @lindsayczarniak• Facebook: @lindsayczarniakIntro [00:00:00]Building a House in a Homesteading Community [00:06:32]Meeting Granddad Joe and Their Relationship [00:03:50]Finding Out about the First Pregnancy [00:10:06]Building the House and Planning for a Baby [00:10:11]Finding Out about the Pregnancy [00:10:58]Going to Church while in Labor [00:11:23]Making Halloween costumes [00:19:16]Learning to sew [00:20:41]Growing up with a coal miner father [00:23:55]The balancing act [00:29:05]Childhood memories [00:31:44]Ballet recital [00:32:51]Rearranging Life [00:37:11]Talking to Yourself [00:38:37]Remembering Mom [00:43:30]Dad's Morning Greeting [00:46:54]The Symbolism of the House [00:47:10]Finding Happiness and Staying Positive [00:48:43]Lindsay's emotional experience [00:56:20]Expressing gratitude [00:56:52]Closing remarks and future episodes [00:56:52] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Belmont Winner Jena Antonucci: Human Connections and the Great Equalizer that is Horse Racing | Ep. 10
Sep 7, 202301:00:59Tap to summarizeAs part of Lindsay’s Human Connections Conversation Series, Horse trainer Jena Antonucci shares her journey to becoming the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes. How she turned childhood adversity into self-realization, what she has uncovered about the importance of connection with horses and with people, and how she is living her now famous victory quote “If you don’t have a seat at the table, make your own table.” Jena also shares her thoughts on the importance of evolving the sport of horse racing and what she wants critics to know about the sport that captivated her as a young girl. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts.FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pEAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5Follow Lindsay on social media:• Instagram: @lindsaycz• Twitter: @lindsayczarniak• Facebook: @lindsayczarniak[00:00:00] Jena Antonucci's journey as a horse trainer[00:00:57] Arcangelo's second big race win[00:01:11] Jena Antonucci's connection with horses and the importance of family and friendship[00:09:55] Transition to a new home and relationship with stepmom[00:11:49] Transfer to a new school and involvement in sports[00:13:32] Loss of stepmom and the importance of perspective[00:18:22] The journey to becoming a horse trainer[00:19:18] Curiosity about the breaking and training process[00:20:13] Exposure to high-end horses and Wayne Lucas's training program[00:27:17] The culture of horse training[00:28:12] The tough lessons and early wins[00:30:29] The relief and celebration of winning the Belmont Stakes[00:37:31] The gift of horse training[00:38:18] The importance of relationships and self-awareness[00:41:19] Building your own table[00:47:02] Dealing with Disagreements[00:48:17] Evolving the Sport[00:54:30] The Complexity of Horses[00:58:03] Setting goals and their limitations[00:59:06] Living with the best intention[01:00:03] Learning from Jena and behind-the-scenes at the racetrack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →THE BALANCING ACT OF LETTING GO | Ep. 9
Aug 24, 202300:45:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Lindsay invites her friends, mother/daughter combo, Caroline and Madeline Barney to the house for an honest conversation about sending a first child off to college. They share what going through the process has taught them including valuable lessons about being present and finding your right “fit”. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts.FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pEAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5Follow Lindsay on social media:• Instagram: @lindsaycz• Twitter: @lindsayczarniak• Facebook: @lindsayczarniakIntro [00:00:00]The college application process [00:02:58]The dynamic between Caroline and Madeline [00:04:47]Preparing for the transition to college [00:06:26]The excitement of meeting new people [00:09:57]Caroline's mixed emotions [00:10:21]The joy of high school graduation [00:13:18]The college application process [00:18:19]The influence of social media [00:19:43]Transitioning to college life [00:25:23]The college experience in the past [00:27:14]The impact of social media [00:29:09]Shaping identity and telling oneself a positive story [00:31:24]The emotional impact of chronic illness [00:36:35]Coping with separation and creating space [00:38:22]Reflecting on the track team and sisterhood [00:42:39] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Mental Toughness in Sports & Music with Jewel and IndyCar driver David Malukas | Ep. 8
Aug 11, 202300:24:05Tap to summarizeOn the eve of the Indy 500 Lindsay sits down with singer/songwriter Jewel and IndyCar driver David Malukas to talk about how mental health plays into being the best on the racetrack and the stage. Jewel talks about her new company devoted to mental wellness - Innerworld - while she and David connect and share experiences of their own journeys in the worlds of music and sports. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts.FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pEAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5Follow Lindsay on social media:• Instagram: @lindsaycz• Twitter: @lindsayczarniak• Facebook: @lindsayczarniak[00:00:00] Intro[00:03:03] The importance of mental health in sports and performance[00:04:19] Managing nerves and pressure in performance[00:07:51] Curating thoughts and feelings to manage anxiety[00:08:32] The importance of discipline and positive thoughts[00:09:20] Learning to filter feedback and maturing in the public eye[00:15:04] Preparing mentally for the Indy 500 race[00:16:20] Inner World[00:18:02] Access to Mental Health Care[00:21:08] Mindfulness and Behavioral Tools[00:22:16] Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Booth Breakdown with Melvin | Ep. 7
Jul 28, 202300:27:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Lindsay welcomes her husband, journalist and Today Show co-anchor Craig Melvin to the table to reflect on themes about family and overcoming adversity. The pair discuss themes brought up during Lindsay’s chat with NBA star Chris Paul. Melvin shares his own experience writing a deeply personal book about family and what it’s been like since “Pops”, a book about his father’s battle with addiction was released two years ago. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts.FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pEAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5Follow Lindsay on social media:• Instagram: @lindsaycz• Twitter: @lindsayczarniak• Facebook: @lindsayczarniak[00:01:27] The impact of positive and negative examples in shaping one's life choices.[00:03:16] The sacrifice of living out a dream.[00:07:23] Pressure and motivation.=[00:10:31] The motivation to serve.[00:11:10] Finding the thing that drives you.[00:16:56] Fascination with ordinary people who do extraordinary things.[00:20:31] The gift of motivation.[00:22:00] Reconnecting with a changed father.[00:24:06] The power of legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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