Episode 18

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2nd Dec 2024

Lisa May's Transition From Radio Waves to Weight Racks

Join Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on this week's episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar as they sit down with Lisa May, former iconic voice from the Kevin & Bean Show and now a successful private weight-training coach in Palm Desert. Podcasting from the cozy corner booth at Skip Paige's Little Bar, they delve into Lisa's fascinating journey from radio stardom to fitness entrepreneurship. Discover how Lisa's slow-motion, high-intensity strength training method at The Strength Code can transform your workout experience. Lisa shares behind-the-scenes insights from her radio days, including memorable (and infamous) moments with celebrity guests. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that is both humorous and heartfelt, brought to you by the McCallum Theatre on the Mutual Broadcasting System.

Takeaways:

• Transition from Radio to Fitness: Lisa May, a former radio personality from the Kevin & Bean Show, successfully transitioned to a career in fitness by founding The Strength Code, a private strength training business in Palm Desert.

• Slow-Motion, High-Intensity Training: The Strength Code utilizes a unique workout approach focusing on slow-motion, high-intensity strength training to maximize muscle stimulation while minimizing injury risk.

• Personal Motivation: Lisa found her passion for this type of training during her time in radio, appreciating its effectiveness and efficiency, which fit into her busy schedule.

• Adaptability and Change: After a long career in radio, Lisa embraced change and turned a passion into a business, showcasing her adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit.

• Memorable Radio Career: Lisa shared stories of her time in radio, highlighting the unpredictable and entertaining nature of live broadcasting, including infamous celebrity encounters.

• Community Engagement: Lisa's training studio attracts a diverse clientele, ranging in age and fitness level, emphasizing a personalized approach to strength training.

• The End of an Era: The interview touches on the changing landscape of radio, with Lisa recounting how industry shifts and services like Waze impacted the need for radio traffic reports.

• Public Reception and Legacy: Despite the challenges she faced, including her eventual departure from radio, Lisa’s legacy continues through her loyal fanbase and her vibrant career in fitness.


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Big Conversations, Little Bar
Hosted by Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, get up close and personal with fascinating people who live in and visit the Coachella Valley and have made an impact on the region's economy, culture and global appeal as a leading tourism destination.
The series is now in its sixth season and has just launched its third year of production as it reaches the 100th episode mark in the first quarter of 2025! Many thanks to our outstanding listeners from throughout the Golden State, North America and around the world. And, a very special note of gratitude to our friends Skip Paige and Kate Spates for hosting us at Little Bar in Palm Desert, CA, and to Chairman Garry Kief, Digital Content Whiz Leanne McNeil and all the fine staff at the McCallum Theatre, without whose sponsorship this program would not be made possible to bring you every single week. Please support these enterprises as doing so helps support our ability to deliver hours of entertainment each month to our loyal followers.

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