# cross country (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover cross country. Page: Feed: --- ## Spotlight: What’s your story about learning to swim? _2026-08-17 · Cross Country Checkup_ This is an abbreviated version of Checkup's topic on close calls while swimming. Hundreds of people die every year from drowning in Canada. And parts of the country are already seeing a spike in accidental drowning deaths so far in 2026. We'll hear how Canadians learned to swim, scary moments they've faced while submerged, and hear tips about how to stay safe in open waters. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-BjzRWMBF-20260816.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2026: Episode 1 - Division I Preview](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2026-Episode-1---Division-I-Preview-e3ng7ka) _2026-08-16 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ It's time! Time for the 2026 Six-Man football season to kick off! Don't know the teams or who will be a contender? No worries! We have you covered. Craig and Bobbie discuss each district and region in Division I with guests Nate Rowland (6man fan) and Mike Matthews of sixmanfootball.com Get ready for another exciting season! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/124312650/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-16%2F6938b9e1-fe25-fa80-eb26-a365ef522269.mp3) ## Canadians share their swimming close calls _2026-08-16 · Cross Country Checkup_ This year, parts of Canada are noticing an increase in accidental drowning-related deaths. And one survey finds that 50% of newcomers in the country say they are weak swimmers at best. From the beach to the pool, Canadians share their swimming close calls. Plus, a swimming instructor shares tips for how to protect yourself in open waters. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-q2auxESY-20260816.mp3) ## Canadians share their close encounters with wildlife _2026-08-16 · Cross Country Checkup_ From bears, to moose, to snakes, animal interactions have been making the rounds in the news this summer. Canadians share the encounters that made for fun stories later on, and the scary ones that changed the way they think about being in nature. Plus, a wildlife expert shares safety tips on how to deal with close calls. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-PEeaEVoY-20260816.mp3) ## ICYMI - 2002 - George W. Bush called a 'moron' _2026-08-16 · Cross Country Checkup_ This ICYMI episode takes you back to November of 2002. That's when Prime Minister Jean Chrétien's director of communications was overheard calling U.S. President George W. Bush a 'moron' at the NATO summit in Prague. On November 24th 2002, Checkup callers weighed in on whether the comment was harmless, or if it would chill the trade dialogue between Ottawa and Washington. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-HTy7KdEf-20260816.mp3) ## Spotlight: Making friends as an adult _2026-08-10 · Cross Country Checkup_ This is an abbreviated version of Checkup's topic on how to make and maintain friendships as an adult. According to Statistics Canada, Canadians are spending less time with friends that in previous generations. And the World Health Organization has labeled loneliness a global public health concern. We'll hear about how Canadians are creating community, keeping the spark alive in friendships, and… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-XTsTZLA9-20260809.mp3) ## Making friends as an adult _2026-08-09 · Cross Country Checkup_ According to Statistics Canada, adults are spending less time with friends than previous generations. We'll hear from callers how they've found creative ways to make lasting connections as an adult, and hear from a psychologist about why these relationships change as we age and what to do about it. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-w6IOvxGP-20260809.mp3) ## How communities react in a crisis _2026-08-09 · Cross Country Checkup_ Over 20,000 residents across B.C. have been ordered to evacuate with dozens of active wildfires across the province. And in the midst of all that uncertainty, neighbours are stepping up to help. From fires, to floods, to medical crises, so many of us can recall examples when someone came to our rescue, and jumped into action on our behalf. We'll hear those stories and dig into what's behind our… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-koHqOUhh-20260809.mp3) ## ICYMI - 2009 -The Chevrolet Volt and electric vehicles _2026-08-09 · Cross Country Checkup_ This ICYMI episode takes you back to 2009 when General Motors announced that its new electric car, the Chevrolet Volt, would receive a fuel economy rating of two-hundred and thirty miles per gallon in city driving. That rating meant it would be more fuel efficient than any mass market vehicle on the road at that time. On August 19th 2009, Checkup callers weighed in on what it would take for them… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-gE4k4Dv5-20260809.mp3) ## Spotlight: Are emergency rooms at a breaking point? _2026-08-03 · Cross Country Checkup_ This is an abbreviated version of Checkup's topic on emergency rooms and physician burnout. A new survey suggests doctors are leaving the specialty because the pace is unsustainable. We hear from fed up patients and burnt out doctors about what's happening in Canada's overtaxed emergency rooms. Dr. Brian Goldman from White Coat, Black Art joins us to respond to your calls. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-G8yz9Rmb-20260802.mp3) ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yaGT44TAAIi8) _2026-08-03 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## What patients lose when doctors are burning out _2026-08-02 · Cross Country Checkup_ Emergency rooms are under serious strain as ER wait times get longer, and doctors are burning out. We hear from doctors, nurses and patients about how the pressure in the ER is affecting them and their health. Plus, CBC's Dr. Brian Goldman shares what solutions there are to help hospitals do better. [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/12/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_CHECKUP_P/media/checkup/checkup-Lk5DiWaF-20260802.mp3) ## [BYC #63 – Christianity: Why I Believe… and, Facing the Tough Questions](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-63-christianity-why-i-believe-and-answering-the-tough-questions/) _2026-01-31 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ Sometimes, our opinions can blind us. There was a time, when I was very angry with the Christian church, and very judgmental of most Christians, and when I had a list of objections to Christianity a mile long. But even when I was there, God still reached out to call me home. I spent 10 years trying to get home to that God, but not knowing the way. In this episode today, I want to talk about how,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_63_-_Christianity.mp3) ## [BYC #62 – Let’s Talk About the Holidays](https://breakingyourchains.com/890-2/) _2025-12-24 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ I'm recording this episode, and putting it out, on Christmas Eve, because I really felt compelled to do so. Today I needed to spend a few minutes talking about the holidays, and how the expectations the media puts on us don't necessarily reflect reality, and how that can sometimes lead to depression when our lives don't live up to them. The post BYC #62 – Let’s Talk About the Holidays appeared… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_62_-_Lets_Talk_About_the_Holidays.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 17](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-17-e3c10u2) _2025-12-07 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ State Semifinals are in the books! Join us for a discussion on teams, players, coaches, and stats. We look forward to State games Wednesday, December 17th! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/112279938/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-7%2F5d2560b9-b21b-1d8b-d63f-490baa32cf4f.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 16](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-16-e3bm5s7) _2025-11-30 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ We've got State Quarterfinal teams, players, and stats! We talk about the State Semifinal matchups coming this week and discuss the TABC Top 25 in Girls and Boys Basketball. Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/111924551/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-30%2F8fe64d62-f7ad-0e4b-d6e2-1be62617c5aa.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 15](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-15-e3bc6s9) _2025-11-23 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ We have State Volleyball, Top 25 Basketball, and Area Six-Man Football games, player stats, and teams! Don't miss a second of 1A information! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/111597897/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-23%2Fd47e6823-74f7-a8cb-de8a-7cc62f02522e.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 14](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-14-e3b2ae1) _2025-11-17 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ We bring you State Band, State Volleyball, and Bi-District football! We review matchups for the Area round and give stats from games from this past week. Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/111273857/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-17%2F6793adc0-f602-72c9-4431-043685892131.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 13](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-13-e3anucf) _2025-11-09 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ So many playoff games! Volleyball, football, State band... It's ALL here! And the Wesp gives his picks for football playoff games. Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/110933839/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-9%2F298bb7f6-feda-dfa2-9ebf-7a1dcd24c71f.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 12](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-12-e3ad6on) _2025-11-02 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ We are coming down to the wire! State Cross Country in the books, Volleyball Area round coming up, Basketball scrimmages begin, and Football is ramping up! The Wesp returns, and we have it all packed into episode 12! Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/110581975/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-2%2F618a2916-6be6-06ff-67ad-97fa348ed5ae.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 11](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-11-e3a2m40) _2025-10-26 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ It's the spooky season! We have football, cross country, volleyball, and what has become a "thing" every week.... Only in a six-man town! Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/110237248/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-26%2F89110e7b-c591-e002-31dc-cf7eb14e2e58.mp3) ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MkoOVvdyPvu7) _2025-10-26 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 10](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-10-e39od5e) _2025-10-19 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ So much going on! Football, Marching Band, Volleyball, Cross Country, and now Basketball! We've go it all... and yes, that includes The Wesp! Join us! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/109900398/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-19%2Fb5382f0a-7932-0719-f4af-19249e92e08f.mp3) ## [Back Roads 2025: Episode 9](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texas1abackroads/episodes/Back-Roads-2025-Episode-9-e39e61e) _2025-10-12 · Texas 1A Fan · Back Roads_ 🎙️ We've got player stats , game scores , The Wesp , and a whole lot of awesome 1A news and notes ! We discuss Cross Country Top 25 in the state after district AND volleyball with playoffs quickly approaching! 🔥 Tune into the podcast — you’ll be glad you did! 🎧💥 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1fa7e6d4/podcast/play/109565422/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-12%2F0ff5dbe1-cc5f-5809-d032-5c530111c7fc.mp3) ## [BYC #61 – Five Years in Tampa: Comparing Florida with California and Hawaii](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-61-five-years-in-tampa-comparing-florida-with-california-and-hawaii/) _2025-10-01 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ It’s been five years since Pam and I first moved to Tampa, Florida, so I asked her if she’d come on the show with me to talk about living here. We discuss both the pros and cons of living in Tampa, if Tampa is the best part of the state, and then we compare Florida with both California and Hawaii. Then my "hater" friend John had to come on the show to share his hysterical point of view on why… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_61_-_Five_Years_in_Tampa.mp3) ## [BYC #60 – The Seven Deadly Sins, Pt 2](https://breakingyourchains.com/872-2/) _2025-08-13 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ Last episode, I brought on a couple of my friends, April Hunter and Wade Williams, and we started a conversation around the seven deadly sins. Today is part two, and we’ll finish the conversation by covering some big ones… greed, lust, and pride. But wait, there’s more! After relistening to it, I found myself going into a deep dive on certain aspects of lust that I wanted to try and understand… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_60_-_Seven_Sins_Part_2.mp3) ## [BYC #59 – The Seven Deadly Sins, Pt 1](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-59-the-seven-deadly-sins-pt-1/) _2025-07-29 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ Today I’m gonna bring you a fun conversation around the Seven Deadly Sins… and how learning to avoid them can make your life better. In order to do this, I’m bringing on two guests, April Hunter and Wade Williams. (April, you might remember from Episode 51 about Online Dating.) We don't claim to have all the answers. The goal with today’s show is just to make you think, because I think the danger… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_59_-_Seven_Deadly_Sins_Pt_1.mp3) ## [BYC #58 – Church](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-58-church/) _2025-04-10 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ Today I'm gonna talk about my journey into church, and how I went from so angry with the church, to really feeling compelled to go. I’ll share the nervousness of that first time, and how it feels now, four months in. I’ll also discuss some questions I’ve had and challenges I’ve faced, as well as what I learned from them. I realize “church” can be a very polarizing topic, but I think this podcast… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_58__Church.mp3) ## [BYC #57 – Guard Your Mind](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-57-guard-your-mind/) _2025-03-10 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ We constantly hear about the importance of watching what we put into our body, but nobody ever talks about the importance of guarding what we consume with our minds. Today, we’re going to talk on that. We’ll discuss the science of how our thoughts and behavior can be molded, without our conscious awareness. We’ll tell a story about our major media companies doing just that. And, we’ll talk about… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_57_Guard_Your_Mind.mp3) ## [BYC #56 – Stop Arguing With Idiots, Ya Idiot.](https://breakingyourchains.com/byc-56-stop-arguing-ya-idiot/) _2025-01-14 · tywhitman@hotmail.com (Ty Whitman) · Breaking Your Chains_ After the divisiveness of the last election, I wanted to look into the science and psychology of how that happens, in hopes that some understanding could better help me to “break the spell” of the negativity. What I didn’t expect to find, was that, MOST of the time, when it comes to our opinions on things like politics… we’re not really all that knowledgeable about the things we believe. We’re all… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/breakingthechainspodcast/BYC_56_-_Stop_Arguing_Ya_Idiot.mp3)