The Pro-Ish Podcast
The Pro-Ish Podcast
Anthony McQueen
Welcome to The Pro-Ish Podcast, I'm Anthony McQueen, a Mechanical Engineer/Track & Field Athlete. Join me in talking about what makes anyone trying to do more with their life as they continue their day job Pro-Ish. Whether that be a Pro-Ish athlete, woodworker, mechanic or content creator. Possibilities are endless and we can all help each other grow in this space.
Episode 16 - Steve Cirella, Student Athlete & PhD Student
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I'm back from hiatus to bring you a special guest. Steve Cirella is a former teammate, current student athlete & Psychology PhD Student! He want to continue to shine a light on the sports psychology and its importance. We got to talk about the high and lows that we've both had, some sports related and other not so much. It was an absolute blast picking his brain and talking about something we both have an interest in.  I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information! Be sure to give Steve a follow as well as his platform Get Your Head In The Game! My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Steve Cirella: @s_cirella GYHITG: @getyourheadinthegame_ig
Feb 7, 2022
58 min
Episode 15 - Darius Moore, Pro-Ish Coach
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast i finally got to redo my episode with coach, runner and so much more Darius Moore. It was awesome to talk talk with another coach and catch up with a fellow On Run Crew member. He is doing a lot for his community and still finds time to get his own running in. Tune in and pay attention its a good one! I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information! My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Rachel Belmont : @moore_movefitness
Aug 20, 2021
55 min
Episode 14 Elizabeth Le, Pro-Ish Olympic Weightlifter
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I was joined by Elizabeth "Liz" Le. Join us in talking about mental health in sports and taking care of your self. It's interesting that we take a complete opposite direction to time management but the important thing is finding something that works for you. Liz and I really got to delve into the big differences in our sports and of course the commonalities. I'm glad I got to gain a better understanding of Olympic Weightlifting and I hope you guys learn something too!  I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information. My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Liz Le: @elizabethtle
Jul 23, 2021
59 min
Episode 13 - Dawn Lisenby, Pro-Ish Race Director
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I got the opportunity to sit down and chat with Dawn Lisenby. Hearing her talk about cancellations of competitions from a race directors point of view was interesting. As a race director, coach and ultrarunner she sees all sides and it's amazing to to know what she's done with giving people opportunities to enter the sport of running. Listening to how she managed to come back from an injury despite doctors insistence of surgery, balancing family life and coming up as an athlete was inspiring. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information. My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Dawn Lisenby: @runnaturalcoach
Jul 9, 2021
47 min
Episode 12- Mandy Camara, Pro-Ish Ultrarunner
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I had the pleasure of siting down with ultrarunner, mom and all around bad ass Mandy Camara. We got to chat about the struggles she gone through and how she's overcome. I still can't believe she get up to workout at 4am, but that just me! Listen to how she manages struggles, family life and striving to be a great athlete. I'm glad we got to chat about about the importance of mental health and how what you see on social media doesn't quite depict actual mental health. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information.  My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Mandy: @mandelion28
Jun 11, 2021
1 hr 28 min
Episode 11 - Rachel Belmont, Pro-Ish Ultrarunner
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I caught up with my HS track teammate turned Ultrarunner, Rachel Belmont. It was awesome to talk about what she’s doing now and how she picked herself up from some hard times. Listen to see how she manages nursing school, training for a Mt. Everest Ultra Marathon and so much more. Be sure to give Rachel a follow on IG to see her journey! I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information! My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Rachel Belmont : @_skyrnr_
Apr 19, 2021
1 hr 9 min
Episode 10 - Building Your Brand and I Became a On Run Crew Ambassador
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast, I talk about building your brand and how important that can be for certain Pro-Ish careers. It’s important to understand the best way to portray yourself to your audience and to help with growth. I also give a small training update and touch on my new ambassadorship with On Running. I’m a member of the 2021 On Run Crew and I’m beyond excited for what they have in store this year. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, rate and review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date. @Ltng_McQueen
Mar 15, 2021
10 min
Episode 9 - Joel Roache, Pro-Ish Photographer
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast, I am joined by Joel Roache, Pro-Ish Photographer. During my last year of school I got to meet and know him through NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers). He has been growing himself as a photographer while being the President of his NSBE Chapter and taking on other leadership roles. We talked about dealing with the struggles of being a college student while trying to build yourself outside of your degree. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information! My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Joel Roache IG: @J.Roache
Mar 1, 2021
40 min
Episode 8 - Not All Critics Are Bad!
On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast, I talk about the two sides of criticism. It’s important to take the criticism we get and learn from it; however, it’s also important to not let hate get to you. Learn to take the information in and apply it to you. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, rate and review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date. @Ltng_McQueen
Feb 15, 2021
9 min
Episode 7 - Pete Archetto, Pro-Ish Coach
Episode 7 description On this episode of The Pro-Ish Podcast I had the pleasure of chatting with Pete Archetto. Pete is a former collegiate gate Track and Field athlete with a passion for strength and conditioning as well as fitness. We got to talk all about his life as a sports performance and CrossFit coach while running an educational fitness IG account. Be sure to follow Pete on IG for any fitness questions and as a fitness inspiration. I hope you enjoy this episode and I will catch you in the next one. Subscribe, Rate and Review to help the podcast grow. Follow me on IG to stay up to date on Podcast information! My IG: @ltng_mcqueen Pete Archetto: @trainerpete_fitness
Feb 1, 2021
23 min
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