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Spandex & Wine

Spandex & Wine is a podcast for finding balance between being healthy & living a happy life. Hosted by Robin Hackney, a 23-year veteran in the fitness industry & wine consultant, this is a place to be our authentic selves as we have real conversations exploring wellness and all things wine! Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode.

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35:27

The Art of Wine: A Conversation with Helena Nicklin

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2025/06/17

Helena Nicklin takes us through a journey of reinvention and rediscovery as she shares her path from prominent wine writer to founder of a community exploring "the art of living." As a fixture in the UK wine industry for over two decades, her story reveals both the glamour and challenges of a career where alcohol constantly arrives at your doorstep. With refreshing candor, Helena describes her "midlife breakthrough" – the moment she and her husband decided to escape burnout by completely rei...

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66:02

How Changing My Diet Reversed What Doctors Said Was...

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2025/06/13

Ever wonder if what doctors call "permanent" damage could actually be reversed? Meet Vlad Rangotchev, whose journey from stroke victim to vibrant health defies medical explanation and challenges everything we think we know about nutrition. When Vlad suffered a stroke while teaching yoga in 2012, doctors discovered not only brain damage but also a pituitary tumor and multiple autoimmune conditions. His thyroid antibodies were literally off the charts – so high the testing equipment couldn't m...

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The Anniversary Episode: Stories From a 36-Year Marriage

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2025/06/10

Love, laughter, and lasting commitment take center stage in this heartwarming anniversary episode. For the first time in the podcast's history, host Robin Hackney convinces her husband Dave to join her behind the microphone to celebrate 36 years of marriage through stories that reveal the authentic journey of their relationship. The couple takes listeners back to 1986, when they first met in high school study hall—Dave noticing Robin in her memorable red sweater. Their first date was prom ni...

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17:33

Stacking Yahtzee Boxes and Dodging Storms: A...

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2025/06/06

Join the VIP Lounge: CLICK HERE Ever peeked behind the curtain of your favorite podcast? The magic you hear through your earbuds often masks a chaotic reality of technical mishaps, awkward setups, and moments that test a host's composure to its limits. Robin Hackney pulls back the curtain in this special episode featuring highlights from the first-ever Spandex and Wine VIP Lounge call. For those curious about the raw, unfiltered reality of podcast creation, Robin shares laugh-out-loud storie...

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13:56

Colorful Plates and Self-Compassion: A Summer Reset...

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2025/06/03

Subscribe to my newsletter: Newsletter Sign Up Have you ever had an injury force you to completely rethink your relationship with your body? Or felt that familiar knot of anxiety as swimsuit season approaches? You're not alone. After my "Super Nana moment" left me with torn ligaments across the top of my foot, I found myself at a crossroads. As someone who's spent 23 years in the fitness industry, suddenly being limited in movement felt like a major blow. But this setback offered an une...

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71:27

The Peggi Experience: Where Movement Meets Mind

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2025/05/30

Dive into the fascinating world of true body awareness with Feldenkrais practitioner Peggi Honig as she reveals how reconnecting with your body's intelligence can transform your entire approach to wellness and movement. Peggi brings decades of experience in holistic healing approaches, sharing how the Feldenkrais Method differs fundamentally from familiar practices like yoga or Pilates. "When our habits developed, they were absolutely perfect in that moment," she explains, "Don't get rid of ...

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21:04

From Garden to Gut: Understanding Your Microbiome

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2025/05/27

Join my monthly Zoom Call on Gut Health: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ATg43EDXh/ Dive deep into the fascinating world of gut health with dietician Elizabeth Arensberg from Grateful Gut Nutrition. This enlightening conversation reveals how your gut microbiome affects virtually every aspect of your wellbeing—from energy and digestion to mental health and immunity. Elizabeth breaks down the critical difference between probiotics (the beneficial bacteria in your gut) and prebiotics (the fib...

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11:29

Why Your Diet Isn't Working and What to Do About It

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2025/05/23

Ever find yourself hyper-focused on one aspect of health while missing the big picture? In this eye-opening episode, I share a conversation with a client who couldn't understand why she wasn't losing weight despite meticulously counting calories. The solution wasn't about eating less—it was about eating smarter with adequate protein and fiber. I reveal my own nutrition blind spot from years ago when I became so fixated on being vegetarian that I'd skip nutritious animal proteins while happil...

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32:51

What You Say in Your Mind, You See in the Mirror

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2025/05/20

Ever wondered why you can't break free from the cycle of restricting food then binging, despite your best intentions? In this eye-opening conversation, therapist and fitness professional Christina Hathaway reveals the hidden psychology behind our relationship with food and our bodies. "What you say in your mind, you see in the mirror," Christina explains, unveiling how our internal dialogue shapes our physical experience. As both a group fitness instructor and therapist, she noticed a critic...

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12:20

When "Just Stay Positive" Isn't Enough: Embracing...

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2025/05/16

Ever been told to "just stay positive" when you're genuinely struggling? That well-intentioned advice might actually be what experts call toxic positivity – a phenomenon where we dismiss real emotions in favor of forced cheerfulness. After my fourth canceled hot air balloon adventure (yes, fourth!), I found myself reflecting on how we can balance optimism with authenticity. Real wellness isn't about pretending everything's fine when it isn't. It's about creating space where you can be both g...

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19:54

Feeling Like Yourself Again: The Pellet Promise

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2025/05/13

Feeling tired, foggy, and unlike yourself? You're not alone—and it's not just "getting older." Meet CarolAnn Tatera, CEO of SotoPelle and widow of Dr. Gino Tatera, the physician who revolutionized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Her personal transformation began at age 42 when debilitating night sweats, memory problems, and stubborn weight gain led her to discover her testosterone levels were nearly depleted. CarolAnn takes us behind the scenes of hormone pellet therapy, a method t...

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8:05

Sweat, Sip, and Join the Club

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2025/05/09

Click to subscribe to newsletter Merchandise order form Text VIP to 913-392-2877 for membership Feeling paralyzed by conflicting fitness advice and diet trends? You're not alone. This episode cuts through the noise with a refreshingly simple approach to wellness that will have you taking action today. The fitness industry thrives on complexity, but I'm here to bring it back to basics. Starting your wellness journey doesn't require fancy equipment or hours in the gym—it can begin with just th...

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8:56

Trust the Shift: How Letting Go Creates Space for...

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2025/05/06

Have you ever felt like life pulled the rug right out from under you, only to discover something even more beautiful waiting beneath it? That's exactly what we're exploring today as I share my recent journey through unexpected change in my fitness career. When I finally stopped trying to control every step and fully trusted the process, doors began flying open that I never would have seen from my place of fear and routine. This transformative experience taught me that sometimes letting go of...

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39:34

We Are Never Alone: Exploring the Dimensions Beyond...

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2025/05/02

Have you ever felt a presence in the room when no one was there? Or experienced an unexplainable knowing that turned out to be true? These aren't figments of your imagination—they're glimpses into the spiritual dimensions that exist alongside our own. In this soul-stirring conversation with metaphysician Christi Clemons Hoffman, we dive deep into the unseen world of angels, spirit guides, and the loved ones who continue to connect with us after passing. Christi, with her 15+ years of experie...

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Empowering Your Body at Any Age: Pushups,...

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2025/04/29

What if 11 simple movements each day could transform your strength and confidence? This episode dives into a 30-day pushup challenge that's already helping women see impressive results in their physical strength and emotional resilience. Whether you're doing modified versions against the wall or full pushups on your toes, this accessible challenge proves that consistency trumps intensity when building lasting strength. We explore the fascinating world of psychobiotics – specialized probiotic...

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29:34

Locked, Loaded, and Lipstick On: Breaking Barriers in...

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2025/04/25

Meet Jeri Persley, the force behind Be Empowered Tactical, who's revolutionizing firearms training for women. As Robin sits down with this inspiring instructor, we discover how a corporate trainer's expertise combined with a passion for firearms created a business that empowers women beyond the shooting range. Jeri shares her journey from purchasing her first handgun in 2015 (a Glock 19 named Gloria) to founding a company where women learn in a supportive, judgment-free environment. The pivo...

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10:49

I tried a 3-day reset and discovered the science...

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2025/04/22

Schedule a FREE consultation: https://calendly.com/spandexandwine/consultation Ready to hit the reset button on your health? After celebrating my 150th podcast episode milestone, I'm diving deep into my transformative experience with a three-day nutritionally supported fast. This isn't your typical starvation cleanse – it's a science-backed approach that delivered surprising benefits beyond just weight loss. I walk you through the fascinating day-by-day breakdown of what happens when your bo...

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32:46

Answering the Call: Supporting the Lives of Those Who...

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2025/04/18

LEARN MORE: Charity for First Responders - Answering the Call 911 Nothing prepares you for the moment when your everyday heroes need heroes of their own. When Ronnie Doumitt watched his police colleague and friend Josh contract a flesh-eating bacteria that nearly claimed his life, he discovered a shocking truth: despite swearing an oath to protect our communities, first responders have virtually no safety net when catastrophe strikes their own lives. What followed was a harrowing four-month ...

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24:22

Move, Rest, Thrive: Nature's Guide to Wellness w/...

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2025/04/15

Find Trey on IG: @twuestrength Ever feel like health and fitness advice has become needlessly complex? Meet Trey Worcester, a college football player and biology student who's cutting through the noise with refreshingly simple wellness wisdom. "If an animal wouldn't eat it in the wild, I'm not going to eat it," says Worcester, summarizing his straightforward nutrition philosophy that eliminates the need for complicated diet rules. As a senior at Pittsburgh State University balancing academic...

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8:27

Mountain Tops & Push-Ups: How I'm Challenging Myself...

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2025/04/11

Send us a text Dreaming of mountaintops, fitness adventures, and meaningful connections? You're in the right place! Today I'm sharing all the retreat details you've been asking about in my newsletter, and I couldn't be more excited about what's coming. Fresh from attending a funeral that reminded me just how precious our time is, I'm following my heart and planning experiences that balance fitness, wellness, and joy. First up is our intimate "Reset and Renew" retreat right here in Kansas Cit...

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