Power Through the 4th Whistle Roller Derby Podcast23 Sep 2025

NOMAD Special Guest! 179 - The Power of Showing Up for Each Other

Today's episode has special guest -- NoMad (from NoMad Coaching)! NoMad has played, coached, and officiated at high levels of play all around the world. NoMad's roller derby story has so many life lessons and takeaways along with many laughs and a handful of somber moments that will make you really consider how you're approaching your journey in this sport. This episode covers:

Protecting yourself from energy vampires

Asking yourself a couple basic questions to transform any practice or game from a total meltdown to a learning moment with a little gratitude sprinkled in

How even the most toxic league environment can be changed by fresh, motivated faces who are passionate about our sport

Being a good training partner instead of just winning the drill

Why we should all share what we know instead of hoarding our knowledge and skills like dragons

The importance of checking in with each other

Photo by Ethan Corrterro @courtarro on IG

Podcast logo by Liz Mac Intyre

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