What does it take to balance creative passion, personal growth, and professional responsibility while navigating life’s unpredictable journey? Amos Rendao reflects on what music means to him, flowing vs planning, and the benefits and importance of journalling. The conversation turns to the idea of success and what that means, before Read more…
How does moving to Brighton and experiencing injury influence an athlete’s approach to training, recovery, and personal growth? Lynn Jung discusses Brighton, what it means to her, and how moving there affected her life. She unpacks how she approaches training, her movement background, and her journey of injury and recovery Read more…
What role does fear, physical limitations, and personal motivation play in pursuing movement-based activities as one ages? Jean Lam reflects on how she became interested in fitness and eventually joined the industry, her love of movement, and what sports and activities she is involved in now. Jean discusses corrective exercise, Read more…
What leads someone to transform personal passion for parkour into a career in coaching and movement education? Frank Mejia discusses PK Move and Urban Evolution, and the path to how and why he became a coach. He reflects on his experience with World Chase Tag, explaining the game and its Read more…
What factors contribute to the longevity and success of community-driven parkour programs? Rosy Noguchi discusses her involvement in PK Move, coaching, and why she is passionate about what they are doing. She shares her thoughts on the DC Women’s community, and why it’s been successfully running for 6+ years. Rosy Read more…
Craig unpacks the philosophical motivations behind the podcast, discussing movement as an intellectual path, going beyond the physical. He delves into the importance of learning from experts, pushing human potential, and pursuing mastery. Craig explains his goal of fostering discussion and sharing ideas, and invites listeners to join in that Read more…
What makes the DC metro Parkour community unique, and how does it integrate diverse philosophies and populations to sustain and grow the practice of Parkour? Victor Crittenden digs into the DC Metro Parkour community, explaining what it is, who is involved, and why it is unique. He discusses the various Read more…
What experiences and practices shape the transition from structured movement disciplines to embodied, intuitive forms of movement and healing? Weena Pauly-Tarr shares her history of dance, her brief encounter with parkour, and how those experiences have led to where she is now. She unpacks her work with somatic therapy, and Read more…
What role does competition play in shaping the growth and community of Parkour? Michael ‘Frosti Fresh’ Zernow discusses his career, passion for community building, and his experiences with the Red Bull Art of Motion competition. He shares his views on competition in general, his unique perspective on how parkour has Read more…
What impact does practicing Parkour have on personal transformation and navigating the challenges of motherhood? Teresa Vazquez-Dodero describes the changes and sacrifices of motherhood, both in body and mind. She explains her initial experiences with parkour, how the community drew her in, and her views on defying stereotypes in parkour. Read more…
What role does overcoming obstacles through movement play in personal growth and community building? Marcus Lincoln shares his experiences both as a participant and an organizer of the Texas Winter Jam, and the importance the event holds for the national and local communities. He explains his ideas on challenge mindset, Read more…
What motivates someone to blend parkour, yoga, and play into a movement practice that fosters creativity and personal growth? Lauren Messeck describes her work with the Parkour Visions project, Movement for All, and her personal project, Yoga Move. She discusses her interest in climbing, bare feet versus minimalist shoes, and Read more…