Restore To Explore

Restore To Explore

Hosted by: The Foot Collective

Welcome to the ‘Restore To Explore’ podcast, hosted by Nick, Jim, Mac and Andy from The Foot Collective. We’re on a mission to empower humans to restore their natural health and function from the ground up so they can...

Episodes

From Achilles Rupture to a Record-Breaking 82m Freedive: How Stillness Became Her Superpower w/ Tara Rawson

Season #5

In this powerful conversation, Australian freediver Tara Rawson shares how she dove to 82 meters on a single breath and how the journey transformed far more than just her diving. From recovering after a torn Achilles...
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Understanding Bunions: The Role of Footwear w/ Physiotherapist Melanie Prusker

Season #5

In this conversation, Melanie shares her journey into physiotherapy and her insights on foot health, particularly focusing on bunions and hallux valgus. The discussion delves into the impact of footwear on foot...
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The Fight to Save Earth’s Last Rainforest - Where Tigers, Orangutans & Elephants Still Roam w/ Maximo Bottaro

Season #5

In this special Green Friday episode of the Restore to Explore Podcast, Mac Lyon sits down with Maximo Bottaro, founder of ReForest Now, to explore the urgent need for global reforestation and the incredible impact of...
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How Foot Strength & Function Powered a Record-Breaking 1,000lb Deadlift: The Science of Foot Mechanics w/ Chris Duffin

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, Founder of The Foot Collective, Nick. St Louis engages in a deep conversation with Chris Duffin - world-renowned powerlifter, author, and entrepreneur. Known for...
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Movement and Medicine for Women w/ Julia Shemesh

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore To Explore podcast, Andy chats with Julia Shemesh. Julia is devoted to bringing women back home to their moving bodies as the source of their wisdom, power and freedom. She does this via...
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The Hidden Costs of Comfort: How Cushioning Changes Your Movement w/ Jim & Nick

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore To Explore podcast, Jim and Nick dive deep into the world of cushioning in footwear, exploring how modern comfort culture may be disconnecting us from natural movement. They unpack the...
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The Evolution of the Barefoot Shoe Industry & Why Less Shoe Might Save Your Knees w/ Andrew Jackson

Season #5

In this conversation, the founder of Freet - Andrew Jackson and Mac discuss the evolution of natural footwear, the challenges faced in the barefoot movement, and the importance of educating consumers about foot...
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From Pro Football to Identity Crisis: How Pelé Found Himself Again

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, Mac chats with Pelé Zachariah, a former pro footballer turned fitness coach and founder of Robots gym in London. Pelé opens up about his journey from elite soccer...
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Footwear Needs to Evolve: Podiatrist Thien Trinh on Modern Podiatry & Barefoot Design

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, host Andy Bryant interviews Thien Trinh, a Melbourne-based podiatrist and the owner of Stryda, a company specializing in innovative foot care products. They discuss...
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The Rise of 3x3 Basketball & the Untapped Power of Foot Strength w/ Luke Mollet

Season #5

In this episode, Mac interviews Luke Mollet, a high school teacher and basketball enthusiast, who shares his journey into the world of foot health and its impact on athletic performance. Luke discusses the...
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Biggest Loser Contestant Reveals the Moment That Changed Everything w/ Mike Messina

Season #5

In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, Mac Lyon interviews Mike Messina, who shares his transformative journey from struggling with obesity and addiction to becoming a healthier, more self-aware...
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⁠The Mental Health Benefits of Balance Training w/ Jim & Nick

Season #5

This conversation explores the intricate relationship between balance training and mental health, emphasizing the importance of movement, focus, and neuroplasticity. The speakers discuss how balance training can...
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