Biosteel Taste Taste

In episode 64, Denise leads the pirates in another taste test! This time we sampled Biosteel Sports Drinks! 

About Biosteel 

Biosteel is a clean, sugar-free sports drink loaded with electrolytes. It's clean, no added sugar, and sustainably packaged!

According to the Biosteel website, it is the "most purchased product in North American pro sports." It's the official Sports Drink of the U.S. Soccer Federation, USA Hockey, and the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association. Pro-athletes like Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) and Jalen Ramsey (Los Angeles Rams) endorse the product. 

About Electrolytes

Electrolytes  like Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Magnesium and Calcium play an important role in our bodies. They help to balance fluid levels, maintain blood pressure, and support the function of our nerves, muscles, and organs. 

According to eatingwell.com, most of us don't need to to supplement our electrolytes on a regular basis IF we are eating healthy foods and drinking enough water (Tip: Look for clear/pale yellow urine). However, there are times when a Biosteel Sports Drink could be in order! Here are a few examples: 

• When you are in extreme heat 
• After an intense workout
• When you are sick (vomiting/diarrhea)
• When you need a hangover remedy 

The Verdict

We sampled three flavors: mixed berry, rainbow twist, and white freeze. Overall, the mixed berry was the pirate fave, and we plan to add it to our grocery shopping lists! We also found a new goal... Getting our Pirate Podcast logo listed on the Biosteel Athletes & Partners page! (@Biosteel... How do you feel about being our first podcast sponsor??) 

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The 2022 Life List

It's tradition! On the first episode of every year, we create our PIRATE LIFE LIST - A list of adventures we will commit to taking in the coming year.

According to Chris Guillebeau, "A good life list is an anchor. It grounds you in your purpose, gives you hopes and dreams for the future, and helps you understand more about yourself." Our annual life list definitely keeps us dreaming, laughing, and stepping outside our comfort zones! 

Chris G. says creating a life lift helps us to, "identify the activities that help us to be more alive." They need to be specific and measurable. But it's important to have fun in the process - dream BIG!

Here are a few a questions to consider as you begin to draft your list:

• What do I dream of learning?
• What do I dream of doing?
• What do I dream of creating?
• Where do I dream of going?
• Who do I dream of meeting?
• What financial goals do I dream of reaching?
• What career milestones do I dream of achieving?

Still need inspiration? Check out these life lists from Mighty Girl and Bucket List Journey/Annette White.

Here's our list for 2022: 

• Self Defense Class
• Diggerland/Beach Day
• Pirate Life Podcast Tshirts
• Fitbodies Teaching Vacation
• Quarterly podcast meetings
• Float room
• Bungee Aerobics
• Rage Room
• Reverse Skydiving
• Pirates for a Day/Duckaneer

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What's on YOUR life list? Let us know in the comments! 

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Pirates in Steamtown

We recently made our first official public appearance as presenters at the Steamtown Music Awards! In episode 62, we recap our adventure!

With just days before the big show, we received our invitation to present. But, even in our excitement, we knew that there was  A LOT to do in a limited amount of time... find coverage at work, find costumes, draft a script, and plan transportation to the two-hour-away destination. We called an emergency Zoom meeting to decide if we could pull it all together in time. And in true pirate style, we said SURE, WHY NOT?! 

Leading up to our big moment, we all had moments where we doubted our decision and our ability to make it all happen. But the end result?? We learned and grew as podcasters and presenters, had a ton of fun, and ended up having an incredible experience - one that we hope to have again in future years! 

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What have you said YES to lately? Let us know in the comments! 

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The Me Journal

In Episode 61, Shawna shared The Me Journal. Although we (Denise and Adrienne) were initially nervous about what was in store, we all had a blast with the fun prompts from the book! 

About The Me Journal: 

With plenty of fun prompts, The Me Journal encourages you to write your unique stories, thoughts, opinions, hopes, and dreams. The revealing categories include "Your Lists," "This or That," "Your Most Favorite," "At Random" (everything from where you'd go as a time traveler to the greatest kiss of your life), "What Are Your Thoughts On..." and more.

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What are the three items on YOUR grocery list each week? Let us know in the comments! 

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Pirate Ramblings

Hello Mateys, It's episode 60! 

This episode is chock full of miscellaneous pirate ramblings. 

Things we are planning... 

• Our adventure to Diggerland
• Our next pole dancing class

Things we are celebrating... 

• Hitting 5,000 downloads
• We officially have a NEW podcast logo!

Things we are still laughing about from our adventure in the Finger Lakes... 

• Denise running into the screen door  
• Our run-in with the fox 
• Adult happy meals 

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What is YOUR karaoke jam? Let us know in the comments! 

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The High Five Habit Review

Why are the pirates high fiving themselves every morning in the mirror? 

Recently our hero Ed Mylett invited Mel Robbins onto his podcast to talk about the benefits of a daily high five to yourself! It's all based on Mel's newest book, The High 5 Habit. 

Why a high five: 

• Not performance based. It just celebrates you!
• Lots of positive connotations already built in.
• Always associated with a good mood. 

We tested it out for the first time LIVE in the podcast studio during episode 59.

We also talked about the magical way one experience can initiate a domino effect and take you somewhere completely unexpected. Mel Robbins calls this "connecting the dots." 

At the end of episode 59, we invite YOU to join us in the High 5 Challenge! 

Have you taken the high five challenge? Let us know in the comments! 

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The Last 90 Days

How will you spend the last 90 days of 2021? 

With 90 days to go, it's easy to say, "I'll start again in the new year." But it could also be your opportunity to recommit to your goals and end the year with a bang!  

In episode 58, we assess our progress for the year and decide where we can up our game (and not just in shuffleboard)! 

Through our conversation, we uncover that our goals have changed (a lot) throughout the course of 2021. Our words for the year are still a work in progress: Attentive, Confidence, Content and Shine. Our annual goals are all over the place: Denise is taking next steps with her photog business, Adrienne has swapped books and meditation for Duolingo, and Shawna is working to reconnect with a childhood friend. 

During this episode, we also take inventory of our life list for the year.  It doesn't look good, but we aren't giving up! Dates have finally been set for Diggerland! Although we won't be able to complete the list in full, we are determined to have an epic last 90 days of 2021! Will you join us? 

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What goal are YOU revisiting in the next 90 days? Let us know in the comments! 

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