The Why with Louisa Chirico

On Episode 9, I chat with 3x National Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Ashley Wagner about her career and life in figure skating. We talk about her early skating days, her journey leading up to the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, why she's most proud of her 2016 World Silver Medal,  how she's transitioned  into retirement, and more. Follow on Social/ IG:Ashley: @ashwagner2010Louisa: @louisachiricoThe Why @thewhy_podcastListen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCq

On Episode 8, former tennis player and current aspiring comedian, Sam Swank joins the podcast and we talk all about performing in comedy clubs in NYC, his goal of one day being on SNL, the first time he bombed a set, and his rising success on TikTok. Follow on Social MediaSam: IG & Tiktok @slamminsammyswankThe Why: IG @thewhy_podcast /Twitter @thewhypodLouisa: IG @louisachiricoListen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCq

On Episode 7, I chat with American bobsledder and Olympic Silver Medalist Lauren Gibbs. After feeling unsatisfied with her corporate job and lifestyle, Lauren decided to take a chance and try out for the Olympic bobsled team at 30 years old, and she not only made the team, but went on to win a silver medal at the 2018 Olympic Games. On the episode, Lauren explains the process behind that life changing decision, her training and preparation leading up to the Olympics, and her long-term goals to make an impact on the female athlete community through the online platform @paritynow. Follow on social media/IG:Lauren: @Lagibbs84The Why:  @thewhy_podcast Louisa: @louisachirico Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCq

On Episode 6, retired Australian tennis player, former doubles world #1, 6 x grand slam champion, and 4 x consecutive Olympian Rennae Stubbs joins The Why to talk about her career and life in sport. We discuss her beginnings in tennis, her experience representing her country at the Olympics 4 times consecutively, and her thoughts on the game today. Follow on social media:Rennae: @RennaeStubbsThe Why:  @thewhy_podcast Louisa: @louisachirico Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCq

On Episode 5 I chat with multi-platinum DC trio SHAED.  Chelsea, Max, and Spencer talk their double platinum breakout single "Trampoline," writing and recording their debut album during the quarantine lockdown, their passion for music, and more! Please rate, review & subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Follow on social media:SHAED: @shaedbandThe Why:  @thewhy_podcast Louisa: @louisachirico Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why-with-louisa-chirico/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCq

On Episode 4 I chat with former college basketball player Amanda McGrew, founder of Playoff - a dating app for athletes. Amanda explains how her background in athletics has shaped her into who she is and fueled her passion for connection. Amanda explains the process behind creating a dating app, why she chose to target athletes, and what her future plans are for Playoff. Social Media:Follow Amanda/Playoff: @playoffdatingappFollow The Why @thewhy_podcastFollow Louisa @louisachiricoListen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why/id1506402483Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCqListen on Buzzsprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/979372

Professional basketball player and mental health advocate Trey Moses joins The Why to talk basketball, counseling, and how he's trying to make an impact by speaking out about mental health. Trey is the creator of 24 Reasons, a platform designed to end the stigma around mental health. Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCqFollow on Social Media:Trey: Instagram @TreyMoses41 24 Reasons: @twentyfour_reasonsThe Why: Instagram @TheWhy_PodcastLouisa: Instagram @louisachirico 

On Episode 2, I chat with 3 x NCAA Champion, professional tennis player, and motivational speaker JC Aragone. JC shares some insight into his life as a professional athlete with type 1 diabetes, and explains how he's developed routines and structure over the years to manage the disease. We also talk about his experience playing college tennis at the University of Virginia and how he was able to transition onto the pro tour.Health scare + diabetes diagnosis [1:40-6:09]Adjusting to T1 lifestyle / finding balance: [6:10-10:25]College Tennis Experience [10:35-15:35]Finding motivation in helping others [15:35-19:55]Why he is grateful for tennis [19:56-22:00]Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCqFollow on Social Media:JC: Instagram @JCAragone / Twitter @AragoneJCThe Why: Instagram @TheWhy_Podcast / Twitter @TheWhyPodLouisa: Instagram @louisachirico 

On Episode 1, I chat with professional tennis player Frances Tiafoe. We talk about his preparations for the 2021 Australian Open in Melbourne with the new quarantine restrictions, the story of how he was introduced to tennis, receiving the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian Award, and his perspective on being a role model for young kids.  Listen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCqFollow on Social Media:Frances: Instagram @bigfoe1998 / Twitter @FTiafoeThe Why: Instagram @TheWhy_PodcastLouisa: Instagram @louisachirico 

Introducing The Why Podcast with Louisa Chirico

Introducing The Why Podcast with Louisa ChiricoListen on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-why/id1506402483?uo=4Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3zdrz7gnSwqhZjQP3tSoCqFollow The Why on Social:IG: @thewhy_podcastTwitter: @TheWhyPod

Swimmer and Paralympic silver medalist Tess Routliffe talks about her road to Rio + how quarantine has affected her road to Tokyo. She shares some insight into the world of Para Sport, how she's been keeping busy during quarantine, and her love for swimming. 

Recently retired professional soccer player Erika Tymrak shares her experience playing college and pro soccer, eating vegan while traveling, and her mentorship program. For more info about her mentorship program, follow her on Instagram @erika_tymrak or visit her website https://www.erikatymrak.com

Meghan shares some facts about intermittent fasting and how to do it properly, tips to stay fit while working a desk job, how to stay motivated for quarantine fitness, & more. Follow her on instagram @Meghan_Hayden_ to learn more about her virtual zoom workouts or nutrition programs, or visit her website MeghanEHayden.com

In Episode 2, PGA Tour and Ryder Cup Team doctor Dr. Ara Suppiah spills all the secrets to becoming a better golfer and staying injury free. We talk talks tennis players vs. golfers, maximizing performance, the importance of sleep, and more. 

Episode 1 features fellow pro tennis player and "Behind the Racquet" Noah Rubin. He answers 10 questions from fans about his growing platform Behind The Racquet, twitter beef, mental health, and of course - a bit of tennis!