"If you’re in hell, keep going." Growing up as a farmer’s daughter, Jen Smith learned early that toughness was the only way through. But after a high-stakes career and a life-altering divorce, she realized the "fire-breathing dragon" approach was no longer serving her.

In this episode of Play Hard & Love Big Radio, Nick Clark sits down with founder, philanthropist, and modern-day rancher Jen Smith to discuss the "un-pretty" side of personal growth. From moving her son to a dirt-road ranch to find silence, to the literal moment she had to lock herself in a walk-in cooler to reset her system, Jen shares how she traded anger for vulnerability.

Discover why "I am open to receive" is the most dangerous and beautiful mantra you can adopt, and why the most "delicious transformation" happens in the messy transitions of life.

Connect with Jen Smith: www.jensmith.co

Connect with Nick Clark & Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP: www.spotteddogyoga.com

"The universe is a barista, and it doesn't care if you're 'undecided'—it only hears what you focus on."

In this episode of Play Hard and Love Big Radio, host Katie Clark (Co-Founder of Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP) breaks down the Black Coffee Theory. If you’ve ever wondered why you feel "stuck" despite trying to change, the answer might be in the orders you’re placing.

Katie explains why saying "I don't want to be stressed" is actually an instruction to stay stressed, and how shifting your language from "don't want" to "I am" creates an immediate blueprint for a new reality.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How the "Black Coffee Theory" dictates your daily reality.

• Why the universe ignores the word "don't" and how to rephrase your intentions.

• Practical shifts to move from scarcity/stress to abundance and vitality.

• How to "Live Spotted" by placing bold, intentional orders for 2026.

SPECIAL ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITY:Ready to lead? Our Awaken 200-Hour Teacher Training starts January 29th! For the first time ever, we are including a FREE SUP Yoga Training with your enrollment. Spots are limited by the number of boards we have—don't sleep on this.👉 [Link to Awaken Training]

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"Soccer is the vehicle, but character is the destination."

This week, we sit down with London native, sports science expert and the director of coaching for the El Dorado Hills Soccer Club... Glenn Shepherd.

Glenn’s journey took him from the elite swimming pools of Europe to the sidelines of Stamford Bridge with Chelsea FC, and eventually to the heart of the El Dorado Hills Soccer Club (EDHSC).

Glenn spent years at Chelsea analyzing the best players on earth, but today, his focus is on making the world a better place by providing an awesome experience for our local youth.

He joins Nick Clark, All-American Goalkeeper, Division 2 National Champion & co-founder of Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP, to break down how EDHSC is redefining the "youth sports experience" by prioritizing mentorship, fun, and holistic development over the scoreboard.

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• The EDHSC Mission: Why creating a world-class environment is about building better humans, not just better athletes.

• The Science of Fun: Why "joy" is the secret ingredient to performance and how Glenn is bringing that intentionality to our local fields.

• The Coaching Gap: How Glenn and EDHSC are mentoring local coaches to ensure every child—from recreational to competitive—has a leader they can look up to.

• The Power of Belonging: How a local soccer club becomes the heartbeat of a town like El Dorado Hills, providing a "third space" where kids can grow, fail safely, and find their confidence.

• The "Dreamer" Mindset: Glenn’s advice to young players on how to put their "mind and soul" into something they love to achieve their biggest goals.

Whether you're a soccer parent, a dedicated coach, or a community leader, this conversation is a powerful reminder of why we show up every week! It’s about more than soccer—it’s about the future of our community.