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Unplugged And Undeniable
by Jesse Velasquez
Most news is noise and most interviews go too long. Sharp in 24 fixes both. Every episode opens with the current events worth your attention. Curated, contextualized, and done in 12 minutes. Then I sit down with an expert worth hearing: athletes, entrepreneurs, nutritionists, and performers who've earned their seat at the table. Twenty four minutes. Two times a week. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Episodes
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Ep. 60: Attitude and Effort closes this chapter with Olympian Lindsay Williams
This story is about Lindsay Williams' and her reinvention From Olympic Burnout to Elite athlete and coach. By 2006, Lindsay Williams had already stood on the biggest stage in her sport. A Team USA Nordic skier at the Winter Olympics in Turin. But behind the accomplishment was exhaustion. Years of...
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Ep 59: Showing up and pursuing excellence with Emily Blau
She's climbing leaderboards worldwide and the work ethic behind it didn't happen overnight. Emily Blau is one of the most compelling and rising names in CrossFit and her story goes far deeper than where she finishes on a leaderboard. In this episode, Emily opens up about what drives her, why...
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Ep 58: The Future brings connection
Jesse is back! Let's address the elephant in the room. Four years of silence. No episodes, no updates, no explanation — just gone. Here's the honest answer: purpose ran out. Not passion, not ideas — purpose. And without a clear reason for why any of it mattered, continuing felt hollow. So instead...
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Ep. 58: Embracing radical transparency and brutal honesty
DISCLAIMER: The last half of the show can potentially trigger some trauma. Especially if you’ve had a difficult childhood or upbringing. Where has the host been and what is he doing? Content for 2024. What I’m keeping and also letting go of? Finishing by cutting open the vein, the most RAW piece…
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Ep 57: Men and mental health with Croy Boudreau
Croy Boudreau joins the show in an episode that you don't want to miss! We touch on mental health, specifically in men. How do we tackle the obstacles that face our society when it comes to this glaring topic?? We also discuss growing up in Minneapolis, some fitness and musical topics as well!!…
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Ep 56: Balancing Crossfit with ceramics and pandas with Games athlete Brian Burr
Crossfit Games and Timberwolf athlete Brian Burr joins the show this week and we dive into a wide array of discussion points. Brian's journey from his upbringing, living in multiple houses growing up. To his military background and how he ended up finding Crossfit as his choice for fitness! Brian...
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Ep. 55: Reliable and Determined with Lindsay Siolka
It's week 2 of the Crossfit Open and you're not going to find a more perfect episode than this one! Lindsay Siolka, a Crossfit Games regional athlete and managing attorney for the Hennepin County defender's office joined me this week with some insightful back and forth! Lindsay is very open about...
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Ep 54: Crossfit Games athlete Anthony Davis moves mountains in weightlifting and in his community
Anthony Davis Joins the show for Crossfit Open Season as 22.1 drops in an hour! Davis is a 1 time games athlete with multiple Regional appearances. Anthony is an incredible human being with a story that we hope resonates with our audience. We tap into his life growing up, serving his community…
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Ep. 53: Strength from within and nutrition made simple with Jaime Barroso
Jaime Barroso joins the show and we have a lot to talk about. Jaime believes in strength from all sides of the spectrum. Physical, mental, emotional. How can you sustain a healthy lifestyle throughout the duration of your time on Earth!? Lastly, what nutritional tips can benefit you right NOW??...
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Ep 52: Competition. The great, good, bad and the ugly
A solo podcast about being a competitive person. Signs that you need to step off the gas and when competition is healthy. Please subscribe and REVIEW this podcast where you listen to it! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unplugged-and-undeniable/id1549489545...
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Ep.51: Diversity, renegades and Rage Against The Machine with Ring Of Honor performer Shane Taylor
Multi talented athlete and pro wrestler Shane Taylor twitter.com/shane216taylor joins Jesse Velasquez to talk about The politics of professional wrestling and sports as a whole. Racism in America, have we been making changes as a society?? Squashing sterotypes in fitness and in sports across the...
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Ep 50: Find your tribe in 2022 with Alice Halvorson
Alice Halvorson rejoins Jesse for this special 50th episode!! A plethora of topics in which we discuss. Strength training and it's benefits. Eating disorders and disordered eating. What are the differences?? New Year's resolutions, good or bad?? Alice is a NEW business owner! We discuss all…
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Ep 49: 2022 is the year of???
Jesse tackles a year in review for 2021 from a fitness and nutrition perspective. Topics to look for in this episode going into 2022. Taking action steps towards your intentions/resolutions. Vision Boards 2022 is the year of.......?? Lastly, I cover the topic of caring about having six pack abs....
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Ep 48: Aligning your confidence, building a business and making the Crossfit games with Ellen Renk
Ellen Renk has returned to the show and you are in for a hell of a conversation. Ellen was very transparent about juggling multiple hats over the last 13 months. She's built a successful business, developed very strong relationships and qualified for the Crossfit Games over the Summer! Ellen also...
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Ep 47: Anxiety over Holiday season eating!? How to stay on track plus a personal update
Your host Jesse Velasquez provides simple and helpful information on how to avoid falling into unhealthy habits during the Holiday season. They're easier than you think! Plus a quick update on the state of the state with Jesse. Please like and subscribe to this podcast wherever you find your...
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Ep 46: Parenthood and prospering with Pete Cataldo
Pete Cataldo joins the podcast with a unique episode that everyone can take a valuable piece of information from. Pete's business is all about teaching parents with busy lives (The host being one of them) about fat loss, how to get healthier and stronger all while balancing work and children.…
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Ep 45: Becoming a champion and always saying yes with Andrea Nisler
Andrea Nisler returns to the show with some Gold on her resume! We talk extensively about her time spent with Crossfit Mayhem Freedom, Rich Froning and the championship they brought home from the Crossfit games! Andrea was candid about her intentions after her competitive Crossfit career. Being…
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Ep 44: Being Organic And Supplementing Valid Information With Jordan Lips
Jordan Lips is an established online personal trainer and nutrition specialist from the Austin, Texas area. Jordan had a ton of beneficial information for someone starting their health journey. As well as a new business owner. Simplifying "getting healthy". Supplements, are they necessary?? How...
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Ep 43: Patience and Adversity with Jack Midtlien
Crossfit Kingfield and Tangletown coach Jack Midtlien joins the show today! While he's a coach for the moment, he's working on bigger things. You'll learn about Jack and how his hands will be his ticket to his career. He aspires to begin medical school and start his practice as a surgeon! Jack's...
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Ep. 42: Fueling And Inspiring Everyone, with R.D. and Crossfit Games athlete Michele Fumagalli
Michele Fumagalli joins me in the 1st episode of Season 2! Michele recently completed her 1st half triathlon after giving birth to her 2nd child just 9 months ago. She clues us in on that journey as well as why nutrition shouldn't be overly complicated! We talk about how every person is an an...
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Ep 41. Reach for the stars with MLW talent and actor/director Danny Limelight
Danny Limelight joins Jesse this week and drops a lot of knowledge along the way!! Danny was extremely transparent about his life and career. Danny talks about working in Puerto Rico, AEW and New Japan Strong. Is headed to the Best Of Super Juniors or PWG Battle Of Los Angeles?! We talk about his...
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Ep 40: Intuitive Eating from A to Z with Kourtney Johnson
Kourtney Johnson joined me on the 40th episode of the show! Most of the show revolved around 2 of the biggest buzz words in nutrition and health, intuitive eating! Kourtney is a registered dietician who has been practicing and teaching intuitive eating for awhile and she's very knowledgeable on…
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Ep 39: Lowering stress, Tribalism and Consistency: Part 2 with Isaiah Bawek
Isaiah Bawek rejoins the show for a much anticipated part 2! We go over the most important characteristic's to become a fitter and healthier person. Million dollar companies attempt to tribalize their brand by promoting ONE WAY to get "lose weight" or "get toned" We squash that myth and close the...
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Ep. 38: Part 2 With 4 time Crossfit Games athlete Kenzie Riley talking competitive Crossfit and her future!
Part 2 of my conversation is LIVE! Kenzie is a 4 times Crossfit Games Athlete, Registered Dietician and mother of a year old baby boy. We dove into her Crossfit journey. How she has evolved, her move across country to Charlotte, North Carolina. We closed with topics ranging from "high profile"...
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Ep 37. Body positivity, Disordered Eating And Parenthood. Part 1 with Kenzie Riley
I was fortunate enough to have a lengthy conversation with Kenzie Riley. This will be a 2 part podcast! Kenzie is a 4 times Crossfit Games Athlete, Registered Dietician and mother of a year old baby boy. We talked about parenting and relationships first. What she has gotten from it and how life…
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Ep. 36: Gratitude, Serving And Storytelling. Part 1 with Isaiah Bawek
So much information on this podcast with my guest Isaiah Bawek. A personal trainer, nutrition specialist and business owner from Woodbury, Minnesota. Isaiah has some incredible stories to tell on this show. We talk about his time in Sweden in basic training, how he found fitness/bodybuidling and...
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Ep 35: Eating A Cheeseburger For 30 Straight Days While Developing A Healthy Relationship With Food, Part 1
The United States health care system is broken. People's opinion's about what's healthy and what isn't differ because of what they see and hear. Myself and Jordan Syatt at cheeseburgers for 30 consecutive days to prove a point. That if you develop a positive relationship with food, move your body...
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Ep 34: Intuitive Eating, Moving and Thinking with Alice Halvorson
Branching into my new neighborhood for the first time with my guest, Alice Halvorson. Alice is a personal trainer, public speaker, nutrition coach, mother of 2 and fitness model. There are a LOT of hats worn! Alice and I dive into eating disorders a bit, what steps to take and advice on speaking…
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Ep. 33: Branding, Bending and Basic B's with Angela Knox
We move away from the Crossfit department this week and talk branding your business with Angela Knox. She is an amazing photographer with a yoga background to go along with her branding agency/photography platform. You can find Angela on many different platforms. https://thedivinegroup.co/...
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Ep 32: Medicine, Muscle and Mayhem with 4 Time Crossfit Games Athlete, Taylor Williamson
4 time Crossfit Games athlete Taylor Williamson was kind enough to join the show. She has an incredible background, currently in PA school and training for her 5th Crossfit Games appearance with Mayhem Freedom. How does she currently balance this? She dives into the back and forth and where she...
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Ep 31: Personality, Podcasts, Puppies and Pregnancy with Niki Brazier
My guest this week was Fireteam CEO, Make Pods Great Again Co-host and Crossfit reporter Niki Brazier. In terms of FUN, this was a stray away from the normal fitness/nutrition X's and O's you're used to hearing. Niki was very transparent about who she is, her upbringing and on goings. We discuss...
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Ep 30: The Wild and Inclusively Dangerous with 2 Time Crossfit Games Athlete Elijah Muhammad
Very fortunate to spend a lengthy period of time with Elijah Muhammad. Elijah is the pioneer for African American's in the Crossfit Industry. Currently, Muhammad is the owner of Unorthodox Fitness in Des Moines, Iowa. Our discussion was very eclectic. Ranging from wild animals to coaching, his...
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Ep. 29: Sunshine And Hard Times with Jesse Velasquez
A solo, mini episode with the host! We are 1 year removed from a United States pandemic lockdown, have you been struggling with your fitness and health?? I give a few pieces of advice on this very topic, the direction of the show in 2021 and a passionate "promo" if you will to close out the...
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EP 28: Diversity, Duluth and DMX with Marcus Watson
I sat down with Marcus Watson, owner of 57Fit in Minneapolis. I will go on record and say that this was the smoothest podcast to listen to of all 28 episodes. There is so much content to digest! One year ago today was the "unofficial" lockdown due to the COVID-19 virus. We talk about how business...
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Ep 27: Coaching, Confusion and Coffee with Nik Reese
Nik Reese joins this episode and we dive into a wide array of topics. From imposter syndrome to coaching photographers and teaching them the science behind nutrition, psychology and fitness. Also, we take a look into the lens and confusion form a body image perspective. Why science isn't as sexy…
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Episode 26: Sunshine, Self love and South Minneapolis with Emily Gonzalez
Emily Gonzalez joins the show today and we talk beginnings, evolution and the state of her business today. She is a vintage person with an amazing spirit! We talk about racial unrest in our city (Minneapolis), self love and why it's so important to be in the right state of mind before you begin…
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Ep 25: Reminiscing, Relationships and GOAT'S with Joey Custode
A little throwback to 2015, Joey Custode is my guest today. Joey has a palms up, go get it attitude. He gives 100% in nearly everything that he does and it shows. How he presents himself, walks his talk and serves SO many individuals on a daily basis. Also, which one of us predicted the Super…
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Episode 24: Mainstream Media, Menopause and Bacon with Amanda Thebe
Per usual, My conversation on this episode gets straight to the meat on the bone. Then we go in many different food, fitness and health directions! Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are experiencing menopause hell and want to start feeling healthy and fit in their 40s and beyond.…
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EP 23: Pizza, Being Genuine and Aaron Rodgers with Ryan Kassim
All things fitness, behaviors, pizza and Aaron Rodgers with Ryan Kassim. He has an incredible story about being mentored at 14, why he gives out great content for free and why most, if not everyone, should have a therapist. Ryan and I have some excellent banter on fitness, eating disorders, how…
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EP 22: Make Content Great Again with "Make WOD's Great Again" owner, John Wooley
This is a fun episode. John Wooley joins the show to discuss a plethora of Crossfit and content topics! John got a late start in the fitness industry and he talks about his 10 year Crossfit journey. We deep dive into his content on Instagram, which is THE best Crossfit meme page in the World. How...
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Episode 21: Unleash your inner boss with Stefanie Peters
Stefanie Peters is the 1st guest in 2021 on Unplugged and Undeniable. She has been her own boss since the age of 18!! While most of the podcast is centered around her 2 books, overcoming your fears and how she stays healthy/fit: We tap into a few personal items which were very inspiring!…
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Episode 20: Fitness modalities, goals, intentions and simple nutrition tips with the host!
The year closing/2021 opening podcast is a solo affair! Jesse Velasquez (myself) will be breaking down 6 different types of fitness. The pros and cons of each. Simple nutritional habits to use without tracking your macros! Lastly, how to set the RIGHT intentions and goals for 2021 from a fitness...
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Ep. 19: Growth, "Resolutions" and Unhealthy Comparisons with Ph.D Kasey Jo Orvidas
Being specific is important in our industry and is often overlooked in many industries. Asking questions and the psychology behind your intentions with nutrition and fitness. Kasey Jo Orvidas is one of the brightest young minds in the nutrition and psychology coaching field. We also dive into...
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Episode 18: Fitness, fires, failure and frustration with Danny Yeager
Transparency is king with Kingfield owner and coach Danny Yeager. This enlightening episode reveals why he loves organized chaos, how he reacts in pressure situations and why being kind to everyone you meet will build relationships and business in the long run. He also promotes taking time to...
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Episode 17: All things fitness, hormones and moderation with Cara Dement
Cara Dement joins Unplugged And Undeniable from St. Louis, Missouri. We get into a wide variety of topics from reverse dieting, her own decade long personal training journey as well as the term "moderation" in the nutrition World. Lots of myths and truths told in this podcast You can find Cara…
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Episode 16: With entrepreneur, athlete and coach Ellen Renk
This is a very candid and informative interview that you don't want to miss! Ellen Renk joined the show and we have a lot to talk about. Being authentic on social media, transitioning from a desk job to an entrepreneur. A competitive spirit, Ellen gives a blueprint with her own daily morning...
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Episode 15: The Athletic Queen Of Saskatchewan, Amanda Ruller
Amanda Ruller joined the show. She is a jack of all trades with an incredible personality. Among her achievements. Qualifying for Canadian track nationals where she competed in two Olympic trials for the 100 meters as well as 200 meters. Training with the Canadian Olympic Bobsleigh and Skeleton...
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Playback Monday: With Emily Field, registered dietician
Can you believe it's been 2 months?? The inaugural episode features Emily Field, a registered dietician from Minneapolis, MN. She discusses her philosophies on nutrition, fitness and a candid story on burgers and fries! You can visit Emilyfieldrd.com or @emilyfieldrd on Instagram to view her...
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Episode 14: Jordan Syatt brings passion
Jordan Syatt is my guest and we dive into a lot of fitness and other topics. Ju-Jitsu, how long Jordan will remain in the United States, who is the most positive person that Jordan has come across? We also dive into his new book "Eat This", his past with eating, wrestling and powerlifting. You…
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Episode 13: The "Soul Violinist" and Michael Jordan brand signed performer, Lee England Jr
This is an episode you WANT to open your ears and listen to. Lee England Jr is one of the most accomplished violinists on the planet. We discuss his activism and how he has used his music as a platform for systemic racism and other Worldly issues. Lee dives into how he performed for Michael…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Most news is noise and most interviews go too long. Sharp in 24 fixes both. Every episode opens with the current events worth your attention. Curated, contextualized, and done in 12 minutes.
Then I sit down with an expert worth hearing: athletes, entrepreneurs, nutritionists, and performers who've earned their seat at the table. Twenty four minutes. Two times a week. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
HOSTED BY
Jesse Velasquez
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