Figuring it Out (FIO) with Maddy Forberg is a podcast dedicated to helping you navigate the difficult parts of life. Whether it's understanding mental illness, how the F*CK to do taxes, or how to confront toxicity- we want to approach the challenging parts of life and figure it out together.
Today, Maddy Forberg sits down with meditation teacher & podcaster, Kelly Smith. Kelly is the founder of Yoga for You, her yoga and meditation school that focuses on meditation teaching, training yoga teachers, and sharing her passion via her podcast. She is E-RYT 500, YACEP, and location independent yoga and meditation teacher. Kelly has studied over 16 styles of yoga and meditation during her time as a yoga student and teacher. She has taught over 5000 hours and led t...
2 Sept 2023
HELPING PEOPLE WHO WANT TO HELP THEMSELVES - A COACH'S IMPACT
Today, Maddy Forberg sits down with friend, fellow bodybuilder & entrepreneur, Stan Efferding. Stan is an IFBB Professional bodybuilder and World Record Holding Powerlifter. Stan holds the title of World's Strongest Bodybuilder and is one of only ten men in the world to ever total over 2300 pounds raw in competition. Stan has a degree in Exercise Science from the University of Oregon and has been a trainer of all ages/levels of athletes for 25 years. Stan now speaks at ...
20 Aug 2023
DRIVEN TO EMPOWER WOMEN
Today, Maddy Forberg sits down with her Youtube & Podcast video editor and friend, Sierra Dexter, owner of The Valley Imagery & Productions (The VIP Studios, for short) from Water Valley, MS. Sierra is new to the business owning world - as she opened her photography and videography business just under two years ago now. She created it as a major change to her lifestyle following the wild year of 2020 and her love for risk taking and change. She is a social worker by degre...
5 Aug 2023
HOW ARE YOU MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE?
Today, Maddy Forberg sits down with friend and business mentor, Zack Bartell, owner of SoCal Powerlifting in Irvine, CA. Zack is an entrepreneur through-and-through. He has owned SoCal Powerlifting in Irvine, California for 5+ years, is a business coach and mentor, and is a retired powerlifter turned Jiu Jitsu competitor and hobbyist. Maddy and Zack met circa 2018 at USAPL RAW Nationals in Spokane, WA. They began working together closely the past year and a half to grow Mad...
3 Jun 2023
WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN | UFC VP of Performance Dr. Duncan French
Today, Maddy Forberg sits down with Duncan French, Vice President of Performance at the UFC Performance Institute. Dr. French is a high-performance specialist that has supported medallists at the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Commonwealth Games; obtained a PhD in Exercise Physiology; is an author and co-author of over 50 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts. He holds the 2010 Terry J. Housh NSCA Outstanding Young Investigator of the Year Award and a full accreditation as a st...
23 Oct 2022
THERAPY 101- All the info you need to get started!
Hello everyone and welcome back to the FIO podcast! We know it's been a while, and we are so grateful that you've tuned in with us once again. Today's episode is about everything you may need to get started in therapy. Maddy walks you through who should go to therapy, how to find a therapist, price, insurance, questions to ask, what to expect, how you may feel, in hopes that this will help eliminate some fears you've had regarding starting. We think therapy is so important, and ...
25 Jun 2021
OUR RELATIONSHIP: From Tea Bagging to True LOVE (&everything in between)
Welcome back to FIO! The podcast that helps you Figure it Out, with your host Maddy Maddawg Forberg. In this episode, Maddy and Luke sit down and answer all your personal questions about our relationship! Get to know us, our policies, and how we made long distance work. We hope you had a laugh with us and enjoyed some heartfelt moments. Please follow us and give us a five star review wherever you listen to podcasts. Thank you Luke Lewis @lukeylew2 for joining. Follow @fio.podcast !
11 Jun 2021
Jon De La Rosa: The Struggles that Shape Us
Welcome back to the FIO Podcast with host Maddy Forberg, accompanied by the wonderful Luke Lewis today! The special guest in this episode is none other than IFBB Pro Jon De La Rosa. Jon was surrounded by bodybuilding at a very young age and was inspired by his family to begin his own journey. Throughout Jon’s life, he faced incredible hardship that shaped him to be the reflective human he is before is. Jon talks us through his struggle, and encourages us with tools and resources that he found...
28 May 2021
Perception, and Perseverance after Pain: Jaykwon Hosey
Welcome back to FIO with Maddy Forberg! This week we are so lucky to hear from the powerful, touching story of Jaykwon Hosey- artist, philosopher, story teller, hip hop theorist. Jaykwon was in a tragic and fatal accident with his girlfriend in the last year and had go through a multitude of immeasurable mental and physical challenges. We are so grateful to hear from Jaykwon’s growth perspective, and we can learn so much from how he speaks about the importance of promoting male vulnerability....
17 May 2021
Mind Audit Ep1- Misfortune
Welcome back to the FIO Podcast - this Monday there is a twist! Mind Audit (Mondays) will be mini episodes to help you build your confidence and get your head centered for the week. These episodes will be SHORT! Between 5-15 minutes long so that you can listen on your way to work, in the shower, going to the gym, etc. Let us know how you like this new mini-series! Leave us a review, subscribe, share on IG to give us some love. @fio.podcast @maddyforberg We’ll see you Friday!
14 May 2021
EMBRACING YOUR POWER: Growing up Transgender, Crossfit Lawsuit, Bullying & More
Welcome back to this week’s episode of FIO! Today we talk with Chloie Jonsson, all around badass, recovered addict, advocate, athlete, and babe who shares her story about transitioning very young. In this episode, she gives us her perspective as a transgender female who has endured a variety of challenges in school, dating, and even in the fitness world (Re: Crossfit lawsuit). Chloie offers advice to individuals who may be transitioning, as well as tips for loved ones/ people who aren’t very ...
7 May 2021
From Struggle-> Strength: IFBB Pro Liv Roth talks support system, PEDs, and mindset
Welcome back to FIO! This week’s episode features the incredible “Liv Roth” @livrothh . Liv is only 23 years but because of the wisdom, experience, and sheer intelligence that comes from her you would never guess. Liv is a professional bodybuilder and coach who has an emphasis on building your mental fortitude. In this episode we talk support systems, struggle, bodybuilding, PEDS and more! We finish the episode off with the questions you asked us on IG! Find Liv on instagram and Youtube&nbs...
30 Apr 2021
Job Loss-> Career Change STEPS
This pandemic has left an unbelievable amount of people without employment. Whether or not this loss has touched your life, it has definitely hurt someone that you know. In this episode, Maddy talks about her experience losing her job recently, and takes us through her suggestions to move forward and be successful on the job hunt. If you or anyone you know is struggling with the emotional toll that unemployment stress and depression brings, please send them this podcast to help. ...
23 Apr 2021
GROWING PAINS: Mental Illness, "pick me" women, ED + more with Brittany Terry
Welcome back to FIO! *volume is a little wonky this episode, we tried a new mic… never again, sorry!!* We had to take a short break due to an unforeseen illness, but Maddy Forberg is back at it to help us figure it all out. This week’s guest is Brittany Terry, the best friend we all need. Brittany talks with us about her journey from eating disorder to fitness, teaches us a little about her experience with BPD, and talks with us on how to conduct or mindset while scrolling. We could all learn...
26 Mar 2021
"Always Healing, Always Whole" Talks with Therapist Michael Shahan
Welcome back to FIO the podcast where we open up conversations and figure it all out together. This week we have an awesome guest, Michael Shahan, a licensed therapist who has a focus in trauma and incorporates the enneagram in his practice. In this episode we talk through misconceptions of therapy, how to have your first therapy session, how to introduce family to therapy and more. Listen, learn, and grow with us. Check out Michael’s instagram @michaelshahan_therapy
19 Mar 2021
Invisible Injuries/ My Sister's Accident
Welcome back to this VERY SPECIAL episode of FIO! March is Brain Injury Awareness month, so Maddy wanted to open up the conversation on Invisible Injuries. When Maddy was young, her sister was in a terrible accident that left her with a brain injury. In this episode, Maddy tells her perspective of the accident and her sister's difficult recovery. Halfway through the episode, Maddy interviews her sister and mother about what happened and they share their advice to people unfamiliar with invisi...
12 Mar 2021
Making A Change- HOW.WHEN.WHY- ft Luke Lewis
Welcome back to FIO- the podcast about Figuring it Out with your host Maddy Maddawg Forberg. In this episode, we have our first guest ever, the Luke Lewis. I wanted Luke to be the first guest because his story is one of the most motivating, inspiring, and risky stories I've heard: giving up comfort in the UK and moving to America to pursue a dream. The first half of this podcast is talking about Luke's story, discussing challenges along the way and offering advice and perspective to listeners...
4 Mar 2021
EP. 1 TAKE BACK CONTROL
Episode 1 Welcome to FIO! Figuring it out with Maddy Maddawg Forberg is the podcast dedicated to opening the door to difficult conversations. You may not be able to relate with Maddy on all topics, but one thing is for sure: WE'RE ALL FIGURING IT OUT. Listen along as we break down the stigma that everyone but YOU has life figured out. In this episode, we talk about the power of taking back control of YOUR BRAIN. Have you been a victim of your thoughts for too long? We'll dis...
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