Mission of Spe Podcast

Welcome to Episode #041 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this engaging episode of the Mission to Speed podcast, Mark interviews Dr. Tyler Bryant, a sports chiropractor with a profound dedication to his craft and family.Dr. Bryant walks listeners through his journey from a small town in Southern Illinois to establishing a successful chiropractic practice in St. Louis, emphasizing his unique approach to sports medicine, community initiatives, and the importance of manual therapy. He discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing professional life with family commitments, coach duties, and personal fitness goals.
Dr. Bryant shares his philosophy on patient care, emphasizing active recovery, the mental aspects of physical rehabilitation, and the significance of treating each patient with the same attentive, personalized approach regardless of their athletic status.
This episode not only highlights Dr. Bryant's professional insights and personal experiences but also delves into broader aspects of health, motivation, and the essential balance between work and life.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Diving Deep into Dr. Tyler Bryant's Journey
  
• The Evolution of a Sports Chiropractor: From CrossFit to Clinic
  
• Success Stories and the Impact of Personalized Treatment
  
• Balancing Professional and Personal Life
  

Reach out toDr. Tyler Bryant:

Website:https://inboxrehab.com

Instagram:
www.instagram.com/drtbryant

Welcome to Episode #040 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Mark Vogl, Project Manager at Great Rivers Greenway.
This episode of the podcast unveils the collaborative efforts behind the 'Market Mile' event in St. Louis, delving into its role in fostering a sense of community and celebrating the city’s redevelopment. Featuring insights from Mark Vogel of Great Rivers Greenway, the discussion explores the event's aim to engage diverse runners and connect them with St. Louis’s rich history and vibrant outdoor spaces. Additionally, the episode shines a light on broader initiatives to revitalize areas like Chain of Rocks Park and the Arch Grounds through connectivity projects such as the Brick Lane Greenway, underlining the significant impact of Great Rivers Greenway in enhancing the city's landscape. Through tales of partnership and shared goals, the podcast emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in outdoor activities and the transformative power of green spaces in building a more connected and engaged community in St. Louis.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• The Market Mile: A Celebration of St. Louis
  
• The Impact of Great Rivers Greenway on St. Louis
  
• Running and Friendship
  
• Personal Connection to Union Station and Downtown St Louis
  

Reach out to Mark Vogl:
https://greatriversgreenway.org

Sign up for Market Mile here:

https://www.marketmilestl.com/

Welcome to Episode #039 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing running coach Danny Stults.
Danny is a lifelong distance runner and collegiate level coach with over a decade of coaching experience. He also was a Director of Operations - Track and Field/ Cross Country at Oklahoma State University.Holistic trainer who combines flexibility and accountability to help you build consistent, sustainable training habits and reach your goals.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Running in college at SEMO
• Coaching Philosophies at all ability levels
• Danny being Mark's running coach
• Being the newest running coach at Spewak Running

Reach out toDanny Stults:Contact:[email protected]

Welcome to Episode #038 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing his brother Reporter/Multimedia Journalist Danny Spewak.
Danny Spewak has more than a decade of experience as a news reporter at local television affiliates in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Buffalo, and mid-Missouri. A native of the St. Louis area, he graduated from the University of Missouri with dual degrees in journalism and political science. Spewak has also covered college sports extensively as a freelance writer, producing work that has appeared in the USA Today Network, The Huffington Post, and other online media outlets. He is the author of From the Gridiron to the Battlefield: Minnesota's March to a College Football Title and into World War II, which was a finalist for the Emilie Buchwald Award for Minnesota Nonfiction in the 2022 Minnesota Book Awards.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Growing up with a huge interest in sports journalism
• Workingas a reporter, anchor, and producer at KOMU-TV at Mizzou
• Writinghis first book, "From the Gridiron to the Battlefield: Minnesota's March to a College Football Title and into World War II"
• His new book "Cardinal Dreams: The Legacy of Charlie Peete and a Life Cut Short"

Pre order link: https://www.amazon.com/Cardinal-Dreams-Legacy-Charlie-Peete/dp/153817992X/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=pCnfj&content-id=amzn1.sym.cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_p=cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_r=131-3829052-0321425&pd_rd_wg=5jfg9&pd_rd_r=64283bff-4410-4bab-86bd-2fcdd384b14a&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

Reach out toDanny Spewak:

X:https://twitter.com/dannyspewak

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dspewak/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Danny.Spewak91/

Welcome to Episode 037 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Julia Griffey.
Julia is a Senior Manager of Franchise Program Management and Deployment at Panera Bread. She also is currently an elite marathon runner, previously running for HOKA, living and training in Flagstaff, Arizona. She has a lifetime best of 2:29.58, and even secured a top 10 finish at the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Growing up a soccer player, had no interest in running until last year in college
• Finding your own success at anytime in life
• How "Being naive can be a blessing" when it comes to running
• Being a running coach and helping other find their way in the sport

Reach out toJulia Griffey:

[email protected]

Instagram:
www.instagram.com/julia_k_griffey/

Welcome to Episode 036 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Krista Staley.
Kristatalks about how she got into running and healthy living, Plus she shares the story of being the only person to win there medals in a single day plus advice for staying active after motherhood. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Her journey in how her all state volleyball and running career got started
  
• Earning 3 state medals in one day in Missouri
  
• Still running competitively and inspiring many after being a mom after 3 kids

Reach out toKrista Staley:

Instagram:
www.instagram.com/kmarie_staley11

Welcome to Episode #035 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Michael Aitken.
Mike is an ambitious, disciplined, creative thinker with over 12 years of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing and a Masters in Non-Profit Administration. He founded the Team Runner Racing Team and Foundation to carry on the legacy of my son Runner, who passed away in January of 2015 after a short but courageous battle with Liver Cancer.
Team Runner hosts numerous fundraising events annually providing support for local organizations while proudly donning the "Super Runner" Logo as they race and train on the streets of St. Louis and the Midwest Region.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Growing up in sports but no interest in running as a child
• Competing in race walking in college
• Make a Wish for his son Runner and his passing
• Birthday Bash Run for Runner's Birthday

Reach out toMike Aitken:

Race Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/SaintAnn/RunnersBooBash5kandFunRunWalk

Instagram:
www.instagram.com/teamrunnerracing/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/teamrunnerracing

Welcome to Episode #034 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Founder of Moii Coffee, Firaol Ahmed.
Firaolis currently an undergraduate student pursuing a finance and entrepreneurship degree while competing as a student-athlete at SLU. Alongside his studies and roasting coffee beans in the traditional Ethiopian way, he is a St Louis University cross country and track athleteIn today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Being a Soccer player turned into cross country runner in high school
  
• Moii Coffee founder and his background of Ethiopian coffee being roaster with his family
  
• The balance between college life and entrepreneurial life and being of service
  
• Getting 400 ongoing coffee customers in 6 months
  

Reach out toFiraol Ahmed: Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/firaol_ahmed

Website: https://moiicoffee.com

Welcome to Episode #033 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Diane Robison Johnson. Diane is a SLU grad with a MS in Dietetics and a former XC and Track & Field student athlete at the University of Arkansas. She provides nutrition support and services to athletes looking to enhance their training and performance.  She’s worked with professional baseball players and alongside world-class Sport Dietitians in T&F and Swimming at the Olympic Training Center, providing nutrition assessments and consultations with athletes and coaches to aid in training and competition. Additionally, she is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping individuals overcome over-, under-, emotional, and restrictive eating.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• High School Track into college sports at the University of Arkansas
• The need for health and wellness and work in Tulsa
• Her work with Spewak Running
• The importance of nutrition

Reach out to Diane Robison Johnson:

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/fuelyourfeet/

Welcome to Episode #032 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing founder and owner of McDaniel Nutrition Therapy, Jennifer McDaniel, RDN.
Jennifer is a nutrition expert, registered dietitian, national media spokesperson and speaker. Other things Jennifer offers is being a corporate wellness dietitian. She is co-author of the Mediterranean Table Cookbook. She was awarded the Missouri Dietitian of the year in 2015, A-List Dietitian by St. Louis Magazine in 2014 and the St. Louis University Alumni Merit Award in 2020.
Jennifer is the mom of 3 young boys and feels most in sync when she is cooking or running. She has run several full marathons and both qualified and completed the Boston Marathon. Jennifer will never lose her passion to see people enjoy healthy, delicious food which simultaneously creates a healthier person.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:

• Being a gymnast
• Life event with father and need for health and wellness
• Her book "Mediterranean Table Cookbook"
• Her thoughts on the importance of nutrition

Reach out to Jennifer McDaniel:

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/McDanielNutrition/
https://www.instagram.com/jenmcdanielrdn/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mcdanielnutrition/
Website:https://www.mcdanielnutrition.com/