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What's The Rusch

Rebecca Rusch
Mental Health
Resilience
Personal Growth
Identity
Mountain Biking
Women In Sports
Motherhood
Endurance Sports
Alzheimer's Disease
Vulnerability
Meditation
Snowboarding
Adventure Racing
Mount Everest
Ultra-Running
Healthcare
Family
Cancer
Rock Climbing
Community Building

What’s the Rusch is a podcast about finding stillness and shedding the armor we wear to reveal the masterpiece within. Hosted by Rebecca Rusch—a seven-time world champion, Hall of Fame athlete, celebrated endurance icon, Emmy winner, and founder of the Athlete Operating System—the show takes listeners on a transformative journey with some of the world’s most accomplished individuals. Known as the ... more

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Boone Speed’s story is one of stripping away the noise to find what’s real. In this episode, Rebecca explores Boone’s evolution from pioneering American sport climber to creative force in photography and design. Together, they reflect on how movement... more

Cynthia Carson’s journey is about discovering who you are beyond the results. In this episode, Rebecca and Cynthia dig into the realities of ultra-endurance cycling, the challenge of separating identity from outcome, and the courage it takes to show ... more

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Rebecca Rusch welcomes Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, a visionary in neuro-optometry and founder of MyVision First, Vision Performance Training, and ScreenFit. This episode unpacks how the way we see, literally and figuratively, shapes our sense of safety, hea... more

This is Part 2 of Rebecca’s conversation with Jay Petervary, recorded just days after his 13th attempt at the Iditarod Trail Invitational (ITI) in Alaska. If you haven’t listened to Part 1: Ride Forward: The Art of Endurance, go back and catch the pr... more

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Recent Guests

Jay Petervary
Ultra endurance cyclist, bikepacking pioneer, founder of Fat Pursuit and Rawa Pursuit
Episode: Ride Forward: The Art of Endurance with Jay Petervary | EP39
Andy Walsh
Performance Scientist, Coach, and innovator in human potential
Red Bull (former Director of Performance)
Episode: Birthday Episode 3: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science - What’s the Rusch
Florence Williams
Science journalist, researcher, author, expert in the healing power of nature
Author of The Nature Fix
Episode: Birthday Episode 3: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science - What’s the Rusch
Teddi Dean
Former professional skateboarder, mindfulness teacher and meditation guide
Mindfulness/Practice
Episode: Birthday Episode 3: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science - What’s the Rusch
Michael Gervais
High-performance psychologist, author, founder of Finding Mastery
Finding Mastery
Episode: Birthday Episode 3: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science - What’s the Rusch
Allen Lim
Dr. Allen Lim, sports scientist, coach, business founder
Dr. Allen Lim Lab / performance culture space
Episode: Birthday Episode 2: Redefining Success & Identity | EP37
Stacy Sims
Exercise physiologist, researcher, and women's health advocate introduced as a guest
Independent/Academic
Episode: Birthday Episode 1: Embracing Vulnerability - What’s the Rusch | EP36
Jess Kimura
Professional snowboarder, event director, filmmaker, and community builder
Independent
Episode: Birthday Episode 1: Embracing Vulnerability - What’s the Rusch | EP36
Rush Sturges
Award-winning filmmaker, professional expedition kayaker, and musician
Independent
Episode: Birthday Episode 1: Embracing Vulnerability - What’s the Rusch | EP36

Host

Rebecca Rusch
Self-empowered endurance advocate and founder of the Athlete Operating System; seven-time world champion athlete and mentor in resilience-focused growth.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Flow Follows Focus

    This hit so many points for me. As a high-drive person I am thinking about like this like a road map going forward. Super super interesting and inspiring and I am now busy sending it to all my people as a gift for the new year.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hydro User
    United States4 months ago
  • I LOVE these conversations!

    I worked in a male dominated field (boat captain of ferries, tugs, worked marine construction) with many wonderful men and others who were stereotypically not so great. Chemistry grad and got into research, mostly stereotypically not so great men. And these conversations are a breath of fresh air on topics I’ve not had the opportunity to discuss with many people a way that was satisfying. Re-Barbie (!) I LOVE what you’re doing. Found this after reading Melissa Arnot Reid’s memoir, Enough (... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calendula Lover
    United States9 months ago
  • Intimate Conversations with Friends

    I’ve been a fan and follower of Rebecca for over a decade now, so it was a foregone conclusion that I would listen to her podcast. But why should somebody else listen? Who needs another podcast about wellness or sports performance? And the reason to listen is because this podcast isn’t about that — not really. It’s about getting smart, capable, interesting people in a room and having an intimate conversation with them. How have they struggled? How have they persevered? What were the little victo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTBKit
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rebecca is a true force bringing unique voices to the world

    Rebecca’s show brings forth stories of unique individuals who are very inspiring, authentic, and interesting. She brings stories that are often hard to tell. I’ve been listening to the episodes on my runs and have really enjoyed them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hebahhefzy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiring

    This podcast brings a lot more inspiration than just “for athletes”. I love the story telling. The deeper purposes and journeys of so many of her guests. Really can’t listen without taking some good things away. Really is worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeeHepp
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners describe intimate, vulnerability-forward conversations with high caliber guests.
The host's authenticity and vulnerability make even tough topics feel approachable.
Episodes are praised for practical insights, growth mindset, and useful tools for personal and professional development.
Audience notes that stories about overcoming adversity are inspiring and actionable for broad audiences.

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Wild Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving with Dr. Jaimie Lusk | EP35
Q: Why is outdoor-based therapy or 'wild therapy' effective for trauma recovery?
Outdoor settings provide a partner to meet safety, joy, and connection needs; movement and nature help regulate the nervous system, and the social, communal aspects of nature-based programs reinforce support and shared purpose, which accelerates integration and post-traumatic growth.
Wild Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving with Dr. Jaimie Lusk | EP35
Q: Can you expand on what moral injury is and how it differs from PTSD or a psychological disorder?
Moral injury isn't a diagnosable disorder like PTSD; it arises when one's values are violated, either through witnessing or participating in actions that clash with those values, leading to ongoing distress that healing strategies—like reconciling experiences and finding meaningful alignment—address rather than medical labeling alone.
The Approval Trap: The Dark Side of Success | EP1
Q: Why is it that we're afraid to show ourselves, our true selves to the world?
People are often afraid to reveal their true selves due to an unproductive obsession about what others think of them, fearing rejection from their community.
Healing Through Nature & Heartbreak with Florence Williams | EP8
Q: Do you feel like now that you are more attuned to that, and maybe not blocking those feelings?
Absolutely. I learned how to feel and to appreciate beauty while acknowledging my pain.
Healing Through Nature & Heartbreak with Florence Williams | EP8
Q: What was it like for you to sort of dig into a painful experience that most of us want to hide?
It was overwhelming and it taught me that I had to express my pain to heal.

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The show centers on high-achievers who openly explore what they've had to let go to become their truest selves. Conversations weave together ancient wisdom, modern science, and personal revelation to unpack identity shifts, vulnerability, and resilience in the pursuit of mastery. Guests range from elite athletes and coaches to researchers and artists, with recurring threads about purpose, mentoring, recovery from trauma, and the mindset needed to navigate extreme challenges. A standout throughline is shedding armor to uncover authentic identity, making this a compelling listen for anyone curious about growth, leadership, and meaningful change beyond performance metrics.

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3. Florence Williams
4. Teddi Dean
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7. Stacy Sims
8. Jess Kimura

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