Ep. 55: Samantha Redden: Embracing Authenticity From Pageants to Pedals and Poetry

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What if mastering the art of authenticity could transform your life and career? Join us as we sit down with the extraordinary Samantha Redden, a powerhouse of talents who seamlessly juggles roles as a podcast host, senior master instructor for Cycle Bar, type 1 diabetes advocate, and motivational speaker. Samantha shares her inspiring journey, from preparing for the Mrs. Ohio America pageant to her reflections on slam poetry, a passion inherited from her poet mother. Be captivated by her anecdotes about unique pageant talents and her heartfelt advice on building confidence and self-esteem for young girls.
Discover how Samantha overcomes challenges and builds resilience through her work at Cycle Bar and her podcast, "The Samantha Show." Learn how these pursuits have positively influenced her family dynamics, especially her daughter’s outlook on dreaming big and chasing goals. Samantha offers practical techniques—such as positive affirmations and visualization—that help manage nerves and stress. Gain valuable insights from her therapist friend on handling pre-event anxiety, making this episode a treasure trove of practical advice on maintaining mental well-being.
On a lighter note, enjoy some whimsical moments as Samantha answers random questions and shares personal stories, including fun hypotheticals like who would play her in a movie. Get to know her quirky husband Joe and his extraordinary napping skills, and learn more about Samantha’s podcast, which features engaging interviews and charming banter. Don't miss out on this enriching episode filled with laughter, wisdom, and the mantra: vision, relate, develop. Tune in and be inspired by Samantha's journey and the transformative power of authenticity.

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Capitoli

1. Motivational Speaker Prepares for Pageant (00:00:00)

2. Slam Poetry (00:01:10)

3. Craziest talent or skill Samantha has seen (00:03:24)

4. On judging Young Miss Pageant and message to girls between ages 5-17 (00:04:58)

5. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Cincinnatians of the Year Gala (00:06:00)

6. Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence (00:08:43)

7. AHA Moment (00:10:27)

8. Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) (00:14:12)

9. How being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age nine shaped her life (00:15:10)

10. On projects that seem like failures, but pay unexpected dividends and CycleBar audition process (00:20:06)

11. Finding Success Through Authenticity (00:20:28)

12. New habit or belief within the past five years that has most improved her life (00:25:02)

13. Random Questions and Personal Stories (00:26:23)

14. GIANT Billboard message for the world to see (00:31:22)