Taking Chances – Why not you?
Taking Chances - Why not you?
Podcast Description
Have you ever taken a chance on yourself? How did it work out? Be your own voice. Share your stories. Success. Business. Advice. Adversity. Overcoming. Adapting. Running Stories. It's not always the WHY's? sometimes it's the How's? Mental Health.
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Focuses on themes of personal success, mental health, and the various challenges of running and business, with episodes highlighting experiences like ultra marathons, motivational discussions with athletes, and advice on adapting to life changes, such as the conversation with Mark Dowdle about ultra running and insights from UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich.

Taking Chances – Why Not You? What if the only thing standing between you and doing something extraordinary… is the decision to try?
Taking Chances – Why Not You? is a podcast that turns curiosity into courage. Each episode features genuine, down‑to‑earth people who have achieved remarkable things—Olympic gold medalists, world champions, Guinness World Record holders, ultra‑distance race winners, Leadville Trail 100 finishers, backyard ultra champions, and founders of successful businesses.
These aren’t stories about superhumans—they’re conversations with real people who took chances. Through honest conversations, we explore how they faced doubt, risk, failure, and fear—and why they decided to go for it anyway.
The goal isn’t to impress you. It’s to challenge you to ask a powerful question:
Why not me?
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I sat down with Tom Kelley, a true leader in college athletics and a cornerstone of Framingham State University. With over 40 years dedicated to the program—including 30 years as Athletic Director—Tom has built a legacy of excellence, from championship-winning teams to shaping the future of student-athletes. A former player turned coach with over 100 career wins, multiple conference titles, and national recognition, Tom’s story is all about resilience, leadership, and taking chances when it matters most. His record as head coach:8 conference titles (MASCAC)7 NCAA D-III Playoff appearances4-0 in ECAC and New England Bowl games Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on what it really takes to build something lasting. #TakingChances#WhyNotYou#Leadership#podcastclips#collegeathletics

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