The Ginger and Chocolate Pod is just two regular people talking about their experiences with mental health challenges, physical health and wellness, and endurance sports training. Co-hosts Lindsay and Mike interview athletes and subject matter experts.
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After serving in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance sports, Mike has found a new life purpose and a passion to share this with others.
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Building Sustainable Workout Plans
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Shoot us a text. This week on G&C, Lindsay and Mike discuss how to create a sustainable workout plan, why working out is an important part of mental hygiene, and find out what AI thinks Lindsays's workouts should be. Thanks for listening to the Ginger and Chocolate Podcast. Check out our website at gingerandchocolate.com to get in touch with us. Fo…
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Michele Santilhano and her Triple Crown of 200's
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Shoot us a text. This week Lindsay talks with Michele Santilhano about the Triple Crown of 200's...running 3 two-hundred mile races in the same year; Michele shares her tips for emotionally and mentally getting through challenges like this, as well as the benefits of endurance sports. Check out a book Michele recommends, entitled "Next Level." Plea…
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Pod Reboot and Mike goes to DC
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Shoot us a text. Introducing the G&C reboot! Mike and Lindsay talk about why they're rebooting the show, Lindsay reveals a new journey, and Mike talks about his Marines' reunion. Please check out our site - gingerandchocolate.com where you can subscribe to the show and follow us on social media. Thanks for listening to the Ginger and Chocolate Podc…
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Archives Episode 1- Recovery Tips
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Shoot us a text. Thanks for listening to the Ginger and Chocolate Podcast. Check out our website at gingerandchocolate.com to get in touch with us. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram @ginger_and_chocolate_podcast; and please subscribe to the show and select automatic downloads on your podcast app.…
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Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance sports, Mike has found a new life purpose and a passion to share this with others. He is joined by fellow Marine…
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89 Pattern Pros with Ryan Burnett
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Mike sits down with Ryan Burnett of Pattern Pros. Ryan talks about his transition out of the Marine Corps and how he founded Pattern Pros with some Marine Friends. Their business is a simple and ingenious way of patterning your shotgun without breaking the bank. Here at TFW, we love to connect with veterans who have overcome the challenges of trans…
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88- Field of Dreams with Tom Dermody
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Today we sit down with Tom Dermody, head of Field of Dreams. Tom started Field of Dreams to bring military veterans and special needs kids to hunt and fish. He works relentlessly to create lifechanging and memorable experiences for those who might have not otherwise been able to hunt or fish in the great outdoors. Tom breaks down how he got started…
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87- Leanness Lifestyle University with David Greenwalt
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We welcome Coach David Greenwalt to the show, who talks with Mike about Leanness Lifestyle University. LLU is a science-based, educational platform that helps men and women find the food and exercise program that will help them lose body fat, gain muscle, and stay lean for a lifetime. Coach David has been doing this since 1999 and led countless peo…
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Mike and Rich talk about things to be thankful for, recap the 75-day challenge, tell some boot camp stories, and explore Mike's phobia of grey pony tails. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. Fr…
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What is a fly wheel or a virtuous cycle? Mike and Rich talk about how to work into healthy habits through the model of the flywheel, and concepts like "habit stacking" from James Clear's book "Atomic Habits." Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk…
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84- Weight Loss and Fitness with the "75 Chub"
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Mike and Rich talk about the latest fitness challenge that they are undertaking, based off of the "75 Hard" fad from a couple years ago. What is sustainable? What brings lasting change that is actually doable? Usually not an extreme all-or-nothing approach. See if the TFW approach is right for you. Transitions from War After his service in the Unit…
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83 - CWA Veteran Hunt Program with Mike Kellogg
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Mike Kellogg, a felllow Marine and head of the California Waterfowl Association's Veteran Hunt Program, joins the show to talk duck hunting, firearms, and why involving veterans in this great sport and lifestyle is so important. Mike and Mike get carried away with Marine Corps trivia. To learn more about the CWA Veteran Hunt Program, go to: https:/…
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82 - Oto cures tinnitus!
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Dr. Edmund Farrar joins the show to talk with Mike about his app, Oto, which eliminates the suffering brought on tinnitus, a condition well-known amongst veterans worldwide. To check out Oto, find it on Apple or Android app platforms or check it out on their website: joinoto.com . With any questions, or to get in touch with Dr. Edmund "Ed" Farrar, …
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81- That Toilet Splash of Truth
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What happens when you step on the scale after 2 years of pandemic? Well, if you've been crushing more red vines then workouts the answer is not what anyone wants to see. Mike and Rich talk shit about being sick, being fattish and how they've wiped the pandemic cobwebs from the eyes and jumped back into training the Mind, Body, and Spirit. ---------…
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80 Thrive in Life with Alex Brown and Laura Hicks
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In today's episode, Mike interviews Alex Brown and Laura Hicks, the founders of Thrive in Life. Alex and Laura share why they believe the two areas of wellness are inseparable and the advantages of helping people in both to lead clients to a more confident, actualized version of themselves. Thrive in Life is a trauma informed practice that believes…
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For today's episode, Mike sits down with Army Veteran Robert Brewer, the founder of Combat Waterfowl, a duck hunting apparel company that knows how to enjoy life and not take things to seriously. Go check out all the merch at Combat Waterfowl and support a veteran owned business: -combatwaterfowl.com -IG: @combatwaterfowl -FB: @combatwaterfowl -Tik…
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BONUS Meditation- Sky and Weather
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Mike leads a medtation on noticing our feelngs as the weather that comes and goes, while we are like the sky that is unchanging.Door Mike Ergo
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78 Perspectives on Ukraine
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Rich talks about some of the history of Russia and Ukraine and how it is unfolding today. Mike mostly parrots articles he read in The Atlantic. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and…
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77 Triathlon Rapid Fire Q&A
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Rich goes cyclic with his triathlon questions and Mike answers through the dental disaster that is his mouth (updates on that as well)! Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addicti…
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76 Going Deeper in Meditation
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Mike and Rich talk about meditation and how to actually do it as well as the importance of small, consistent changes. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endu…
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75 Ukraine and the Time Traveling Face Punch
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Mike and Rich talk more about the Ukraine War and its effect on life in Rich's current home of Estonia. The two discuss if their younger selves would want to punch their current selves in the face. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his …
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74 Small Daily Wins and thoughts on Ukraine
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Rich and Mike talk about small daily wins, how to reach into the "Cookie Jar" and thoughts about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started theTransitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to …
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73 Goals for the Year and Handling Dark Thoughts
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Mike and Rich talk pandemic weight gain, tattoos, child-rearing, and how to handle dark thoughts. If you are a veteran experiencing suicidal thoughts or are in crisis, please call 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, text 838255. or visit the Veteran Crisis Line wesbite. Help is out there and we need you here. If you're looking for a sign to stay alive, thi…
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72 Holiday Traditions and Country Music
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Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance sports, Mike has found a new life purpose and a passion to share this with others. He is joined by fellow Marin…
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71 Winter Depression and the Offseason
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Mike and Rich talk winter, depression from less sunlight, and how to get back into working out and meditating. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance …
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70 Kona is Delayed and Pigeons eat Vomit
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Mike and Rich talk about Camp Lejeune again, Kona being delayed, and crazy Russians. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance sports, Mike has found a n…
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69 Afghanistan, Getting Fat, & Dip Spit
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Mike and Rich talk about their thoughts and feelings on the troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, gaining that COVID 19 lbs., and what it's like to drinik dip spit. Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in …
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