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Turmeric and Tequila™

Turmeric and Tequila™

By: KO Alliance LLC
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Turmeric and Tequila is graceful disruption . We are a community of varsity humans questioning reality as we know it and proving it possible that seemingly opposing things can harmoniously coexist, in this world and within ourselves. It's all better together. Reality is nothing more than applied meaning, so let's break though society's antiquated implied rules and expectations and break into authentic self-expression to see what's possible for personal, professional, and worldly positive change. Join me and my guests as we share our purpose seeking journeys chasing the pull from within of success, failure, and truth- with self-expression, mental/physical health, entrepreneurship, diversity, and community as the foundations of the mission… we are challenging status quo one gracefully disruptive conversation at a time. You will be inspired to be you and chase the dream, even if it doesn't make sense to the rest of the world- it will soon. The Mission: To inspire positive radical social evolution. Host: Kristen M. Olson, D1 collegiate athlete, 5X CrossFit Games competitor (2nd, 2011 #team), 25+ yrs of entrepreneurship + Coaching, 3 rescue pups (royalty). Works hard, plays harder. Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • 294. If You're Not Seen & Heard, You're Not Hired: Christine Blosdale

    294. If You're Not Seen & Heard, You're Not Hired: Christine Blosdale
    Apr 7 2026
    "If you're not seen and heard, you're not hired." -Christine Blosdale In this episode of Turmeric & Tequila™, Kristen sits down with media expert, visibility strategist, and fellow podcaster Christine Blosdale for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to be seen, heard, and paid in today's digital world. With over 25 years in media, marketing, and broadcasting, Christine shares how she helps entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders' step into their authority—and stop being the best kept secret in their industry. From her early days as a shy child hiding behind a recliner to becoming a confident voice in radio and podcasting, Christine's journey is proof that confidence, visibility, and impact can be built. This conversation dives into: -The evolution of radio vs. podcasting—and why both still matter -Why podcasting is one of the most powerful (and underutilized) marketing tools -How to clarify your message and build real authority -The importance of energy, authenticity, and confidence in your brand -Why "being seen and heard" is non-negotiable in business -How to overcome fear of showing up on video or social media -The real reason most people stay invisible (and how to fix it) If you've ever felt like you have something to say but don't know how to share it—or you're playing small in your visibility—this episode is your wake-up call. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + sponsor shoutouts 01:08 – Introducing Christine Blosdale 02:45 – From shy child to confident communicator 06:00 – Falling in love with audio + early broadcasting roots 08:00 – Radio vs. podcasting: what's changed 12:00 – Why podcasting is such a powerful platform 15:00 – Building authority through content and consistency 18:30 – First steps to getting seen and heard 22:00 – Podcast vs. video vs. social media strategy 25:00 – Overcoming fear of visibility and showing up online 29:00 – Confidence vs. ego: finding the balance 32:00 – The "X factor": energy, authenticity, and alignment 36:00 – How your presence impacts your brand (even in photos) 40:00+ – Practical ways to improve your visibility today Christine Blozdale: Christine Blozdale is an expert authority coach, speaker, podcast host, and visibility strategist who helps entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders get seen, trusted, and paid for what they already know. With over 25 years of experience in media, marketing, and broadcasting, Christine teaches her clients how to clarify their message, build credibility, and become the unmistakable choice in their field. She is passionate about helping brilliant individuals step into the spotlight and stop being the best kept secret in their industry. Christine is also the author of "Your Amazing Itty Bitty Podcast Book: A Survival Guide for Digital Marketing That's So Irresistible Even Your Ex Will Want to Follow You." @ChristineBlosdale Official Website - http://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.com Book a FREE Consultation with Christine - http://www.ChatWithChristineB.com FREE Download of The Social Media and Branding Survival Guide E-Book - https://mailchi.mp/4bbbfb0a3de4/survivalguide To purchase the paperback version - https://amzn.to/488RXtu Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH
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    34 mins
  • 293. Introducing Turmeric & Tequila in 2 Minutes

    293. Introducing Turmeric & Tequila in 2 Minutes
    Mar 31 2026
    "We celebrate humans doing things their way, embracing the paradox, and showing that seemingly imposing ideas can harmoniously coexist even within ourselves." — Kristen Olson Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila, the podcast for varsity humans and trailblazers rewriting the rules and mastering the art of human optimization. Host Kristen Olson, a former Division 1 athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, and 20+ year entrepreneur in health and wellness, re-intro's her groundbreaking podcast she launched over 8 years ago, dedicated to cutting-edge conversations about health, wellness, performance, personal evolution, and the art of living intentionally. In this inaugural episode, Kristen introduces the mission and vision of Turmeric & Tequila—a show where athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders break molds and challenge norms. Discover what separates average from extraordinary, explore mindset and resilience strategies, and learn why questioning everything is the path to true growth. What You'll Learn About Me + T&T:) The philosophy behind "gracefully disruptive conversations" How to embrace paradoxes and live with purpose Why questioning the status quo leads to growth The intersection of health, wellness, and personal evolution What it takes to be a "varsity human" and trailblazer Strategies for human optimization and resilience TIMESTAMPS [0:00-0:31] Podcast intro and host introduction [0:31-0:36] Opening question: "What if there is a better way?" [0:36-0:56] Host bio: Kristen Olson's background (D1 athlete, CrossFit Games competitor, entrepreneur) [0:56-1:00] Introduction to brand partnerships (Red Bull, Reebok, Champion) [1:00-1:14] Core mission: Living with purpose and core values [1:14-1:32] Podcast positioning: "Turmeric & Tequila" for varsity humans and trailblazers [1:32-1:50] Focus areas: Cutting edge of health, wellness, performance, and personal evolution [1:50-2:00] Core philosophy: Celebrating humans doing things their way and embracing paradoxes [2:00-2:25] Guest format: Athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders breaking molds [2:25-2:38] Topics covered: Mindset, strategy, recovery, resilience, and habits [2:38-3:05] What to expect: Challenging, inspiring, and transformative conversations [3:05-3:27] Core message: True growth comes from leading your own path and questioning everything [3:27-3:48] Call to action: Join the table if you're ready to step up, level up, and optimize yourself [3:48-3:52] Closing: "Cheers" [3:52-4:39] Outro: Subscribe on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms Kristen Olson Founder & Host, Turmeric & Tequila Podcast Kristen Olson is a former Division 1 athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, and 20+ year entrepreneur in health, wellness, and human optimization. As a coach, creator, and purpose-driven leader, Kristen has partnered with global brands including Red Bull, Reebok, and Champion to help athletes and high performers achieve extraordinary results. With a philosophy rooted in questioning the status quo and embracing paradoxes, Kristen founded Turmeric & Tequila to create space for gracefully disruptive conversations about health, wellness, performance, and personal evolution. Her approach celebrates doing things your way while maintaining core values at the forefront of everything you do. Through her podcast, Kristen sits down with athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who are breaking molds and challenging norms. She explores the mindset, strategy, resilience, and habits that separate the average from the extraordinary—all while proving that striving to be better and embracing complexity can harmoniously coexist. Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH
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    3 mins
  • 292. The 5AM Squat Club: Discipline, Mental Health & Purpose

    292. The 5AM Squat Club: Discipline, Mental Health & Purpose
    Mar 24 2026
    "There is no such thing as neutral. You're either growing or you're dying. I was just lying to myself because I was not neutral—everything was going downhill. And right then and there I decided I needed to start working. I needed to make a change." — Adam Fomen Kristen Olson welcomes Adam Fomen, founder of the 5AM Squat Club and CrossFit Colossus, to discuss fitness, mental health, community building, and the unconventional path from city-dwelling gym owner to regenerative farmer. In this episode: •Adam's journey from kinesiology student to discovering CrossFit in 2009 through a police officer eating eggs and spinach • Opening CrossFit Colossus in 2012 and the evolution of his approach to health and nutrition •How marrying a naturopathic doctor shifted his perspective from aesthetics to whole-body wellness •The 2021 decision to become farmers and take full control of their family's food supply •The mental health struggles during COVID-19 gym closures and the pivotal conversation that sparked change •Why Adam stopped chasing "happiness" and started pursuing "usefulness" instead •The birth of 5AM Squat Club: daily live workouts combining mindset work, breath work, and CrossFit-style programming •Raising daughters on a farm with a deep connection to food and nature •The concept of "red-washing" in the food industry and why regenerative agriculture matters •Adam's four daily mental reps: responsibility, stimulus-response control, having all you need, and choosing gratitude His 10-year goal to appear on Joe Rogan as an indicator of becoming the go-to resource for people ready to get back on track Sponsors mentioned: Colorado Clownfish Swim School, Declan James Watches Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro and sponsor shoutouts (Colorado Clownfish Swim School, Declan James Watches) 1:27 – Welcome to Adam Fomen and discussion of core values 1:44 – Young Adam: growing up playing sports with his dad as coach 2:20 – Studying kinesiology and discovering CrossFit in 2009 3:32 – Opening CrossFit Colossus in March 2012 5:06 – Meeting his wife (naturopathic doctor) and evolving health philosophy 6:35 – The 2021 decision to become farmers 7:00 – Greg Glassman's influence on questioning big food and big pharma 7:50 – When Adam started questioning the "whole human approach" 9:09 – The contrarian awakening: discovering "red-washing" in food systems 10:22 – Regenerative agriculture and caring more about soil than food 10:55 – Indigenous wisdom and spiritual connection to food 11:50 – Mental health insights: sugar's impact and raising kids connected to their food 13:05 – Teaching daughters that food doesn't come from grocery stores 14:18 – Shifting from chasing happiness to pursuing usefulness 15:23 – The COVID-19 struggles and the pivotal conversation with his business partner 17:08 – "There is no such thing as neutral—you're either growing or dying" 18:20 – Starting the 5AM routine as a foundation for change 19:47 – The 5AM Squat Club format: mindset prep, breath work, workout, homework 20:53 – Going live at 5 AM for 229 consecutive days 22:17 – Building a small but growing international community 23:09 – Accountability through live streaming and leading by example for his daughters 24:52 – Kristen on men's mental health and the importance of community 25:58 – The magic of connecting with people worldwide through YouTube 27:15 – Biggest surprise as entrepreneur and farmer: nothing is stable 29:08 – Teamwork makes the dream work; you can't do it alone 30:35 – Encouraging kids to document their journey and build assets 32:45 – The evolution from city dweller to farmer doing 2-3 hours of daily chores 34:20 – Joel Salatin, Greg Glassman, and the unified mission of regenerative living 36:27 – Defining success: soil health, financial freedom, and becoming a better person 38:05 – 10-year goal: appear on Joe Rogan as a measure of reaching people 39:33 – Programming evolution: from 100 daily squat reps to varied CrossFit-style workouts 41:12 – The power of doing one thing consistently over five years 43:18 – How YouTube became the gateway to homesteading and regenerative farming 45:45 – Learning from "YouTube gurus" vs. generational farmers' limiting beliefs 47:09 – Adam's four daily mental reps: responsibility, stimulus-response, having enough, gratitude 48:42 – Where to find Adam: YouTube, Instagram, 5AMSquatClub.com 49:51 – Closing remarks and sponsor thanks Adam Fomen is the founder of CrossFit Colossus (established 2012) and the 5AM Squat Club, a daily live workout community on YouTube. Based in Ontario, Canada, Adam holds a kinesiology degree and has spent over 15 years in the fitness industry. In 2021, he and his wife—a naturopathic doctor—transitioned to regenerative farming, where they raise livestock and grow food for their family while homeschooling their two ...
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