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Hosted by Briley Casanova, MS, CMPC · education · EN · 45 episodes
Welcome to the Pursuing Excellence Podcast with Briley Casanova, former 2x USA Gymnastics National Team Member and Senior Team Captain of the University of Michigan women’s gymnastics team. This podcast aims to help others learn to perform better under pressure, rediscover inner confidence, acquire a growth mindset and pursue excellence. Linktree for all relevant links: https://linktr.ee/brileycasanova
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to the Pursuing Excellence Podcast with Briley Casanova, former 2x USA Gymnastics National Team Member and Senior Team Captain of the University of Michigan women’s gymnastics team. This podcast aims to help others learn to perform better under pressure, rediscover inner confidence, acquire a growth mindset and pursue excellence.
Pursuing Excellence is hosted by Briley Casanova, MS, CMPC. The show has published 45 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "PEP Talk #44: Eva Alexander" (8 June 2025, 45 minutes), "PEP Talk #43: Dr. Jim Taylor" (31 March 2025, 55 minutes), and "PEP Talk #42: Motivation" (16 January 2025, 9 minutes).
Pursuing Excellence publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 45 episodes.
Booking probability for Pursuing Excellence is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Pursuing Excellence requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Pursuing Excellence's contact route on record: verified email.
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Briley Casanova, MS, CMPC hosts Pursuing Excellence, an education show with 45 episodes published.
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we interview black belt karate competitor and practitioner, Eva Alexander, who also happens to be one of my best friends. The world needs to know about her athletic wisdom. </p><p> </p><p>Support...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, Dr. Jim Taylor joins us to talk about what performance psychology is, what it isn't, and how to "make it" in the field. He also introduces his new venture, Mindto, and gives us some insight on...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about staying motivated through difficult times. Please share your comments and feedback with me! Support and contact info: https://linktr.ee/brileycasanova ***DISCLAIMER: Please note...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about going against a commonly used performance psychology theory and accepting our uncomfortable emotions, including fear, as a necessary passenger along our journey. Please share your...
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<p>In today’s very special PEP talk, I share lessons from the renowned Greg Harden. He helped me through my time at the University of Michigan and changed my life forever since then. It was an honor to know him and work...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about ways to prevent burnout whether it’s in a sport, an activity, a job/career, or life in general. Please share your comments and feedback with me! Support and contact info...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about some tips to fall asleep and stay asleep that aren’t readily talked about in our American culture. I want to share with you what I have learned about sleep from research...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about my stance on whether or not to purchase gymnastics equipment for your youth athlete's home use. Support/contact info: Patreon (EXCLUSIVE UPDATES!)...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we talk about how to go from wanting to win, to being able to say you won! It's about striving to put the win in the past tense. Support/contact info: Patreon (EXCLUSIVE UPDATES!)...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we discuss my new certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) including what is means and what it doesn’t mean. It’s important to clarify my professional skills and...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we discuss the harsh truths of success that we don't typically talk about or hear about from the pros firsthand. We all want to succeed, but are we truly aware of what consequences come with...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, we discuss the idea of potentially leaving a gym, a facility, a coach, a club, a job, a relationship… you name it: this episode can translate to leaving anything (for the most part). </p>...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, I discuss a newfound conclusion I have come to that's not exactly popular... hard work does NOT guarantee success. However, I think this mindset comes from a more positive place than expected. I...
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In today’s PEP talk, I discuss my “unpopular” sports performance opinions. I hope today’s episode is seen as a little fun and as a positive discussion. Let me know your thoughts. I’m open to keeping this light...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, I discuss perfectionism: the pros, the cons, and my thoughts on it in general. Some of my ideas might surprise you! This podcast is called Pursuing Excellence for a reason, so I can't wait for us...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, I discuss quitting: the right time to do it and when not to do it. There are ways to go about making such an important decision, and I hope today's episode helps you get closer to making the best...
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In today’s PEP talk, I discuss winning: what it means to me and how to get there. We may not agree on everything, but I hope some of the points I share with you today get you thinking further about your life, purpose...
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In today’s PEP talk, I follow up my last episode with things that I did not learn as a collegiate athlete. For those listening, my goal is for you to be a better collegiate athlete than I was. While I learned a great...
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In today’s PEP talk, I discuss Team USA women’s gymnastics and specifically Simone Biles’ decision to step away from team finals at the Tokyo Olympics. I waited until the dust settled and more information came out in...
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<p>In today’s PEP talk, I share what I learned from my collegiate gymnastics career in hopes of helping someone else either recover from a difficult career or give insight in the potential lessons for future collegiate...
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