Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast

Classic Episode: Spa Day | Episode 74

June 15th, 2021  |  12 mins 52 secs

Jim Ellermeyer discusses the “nose blindness” you have on your own life and hitting that reset button with a personal “Spa day” to reset your internal senses.  How are our lives like planting flowers?  Subscribe to our Podcast...

Continuing the Conversation with Fatima Rumesa | Fishing Without Bait 297

June 8th, 2021  |  26 mins 24 secs

anxiety, covid-19, mental health, pandemic

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with Fatima Rumesa!

Coming to America Medical Residency with Fatima Rumesa | Episode 296

June 1st, 2021  |  19 mins 55 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Fatima Rumesa who is in residency training at psychiatry in New York City.  We talk about her upbringing in Pakistan before coming to the United States for schooling. What was the process for her to come over to the United States?  What is the difference in mental health perception between here and Pakistan and the pushback she received deciding to go into the field?   What is it like for a medical resident? 

Energy Management with Brian Crawford | Episode 295

May 25th, 2021  |  18 mins 58 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Brian Crawford of www.pghmuseums.org as they discuss time commitments and energy management, getting things done, and sleep.  Brian discusses handling volunteers who don’t pull their fair share, goals and aspirations, establishing a strong base as you explore your dreams, and maturity. 

Check out the rest of this discussion on Fishing Without Bait 294 and 295! 

Passion and Determination with Brian Crawford | Episode 294

May 18th, 2021  |  22 mins 50 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Brian Crawford of www.pghmuseums.org as they discuss growing his project, working on passion, dealing with his own procrastination, literally voting against himself when he didn’t feel read for a leadership role, his learning experience for the California University Relay for Life event, and more! 

PGH Museums with Brian Crawford | Episode 293

May 11th, 2021  |  23 mins 24 secs

creative, history, motivation, pandemic, pittsburgh, podcast, video editing

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Brian Crawford of www.pghmuseums.org.  We catch up with how the site has been doing since it’s launch, fascination with history, dealing with the Covid Pandemic and his creative endeavors, looking up to Dr Fauci, being fulfilled with his work and more! 

Building a Positive Brand and Team with Ya Jagoff! | Episode 292

May 4th, 2021  |  20 mins 5 secs

hobby, listening, mindfulness, pittsburgh, podcasting, small business, yajagoff

Jim Ellermeyer is continues his conversation with John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck of www.YaJagoff.com blog and Podcast!  We talk about what’s next for the duo, extending the brand and growing good will and positivity.  How do you focus on the things you can do as a company instead of why you can’t.  

The Climb with Ya Jagoff! | Episode 291

April 27th, 2021  |  20 mins 30 secs

hobby, listening, mindfulness, pittsburgh, podcasting, small business, yajagoff

Jim Ellermeyer is continues his conversation with John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck of www.YaJagoff.com blog and Podcast!  We talk about becoming a “10 year overnight success” finding the sweet spot with the business they enjoy, some of their favorite interviews over the years, learning to listen to each other, and more!

Hanging with Ya Jagoff! | Episode 290

April 20th, 2021  |  22 mins 28 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck of www.YaJagoff.com blog and Podcast!  We talk with the duo about their connection with the business, learning from each other, and how the site started as a result of a lost job, what is a jag off, transitioning to featuring Pittsburgh and its uniqueness,   and what makes it a great place to live. 

The Burden of Super Heroes | Episode 289

April 13th, 2021  |  15 mins 59 secs

Disparaging Characters | Episode 288

April 6th, 2021  |  19 mins 21 secs

Failure to Launch | Episode 287

March 30th, 2021  |  19 mins 34 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is discussing our “failure to launch” the things we want to do.  What is the first step to get to your goal?  How do you maintain a sense of urgency, constructive daydreaming, deal with procrastination, avoiding that early reward and setting an intention. 

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Express Yourself | Episode 286

March 23rd, 2021  |  18 mins 37 secs

buddhism, mindfulness, present, tattoos

Jim Ellermeyer is discussing how he chooses to express himself with his tattoos where he wears his life on his sleeve. 

Discomfort Zone | Episode 285

March 16th, 2021  |  22 mins 5 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Michael Sorg discuss the Discomfort Zone.  What do we need to do to grow?  Why are we afraid to search beyond our comfort?  What does it take to get out of bed in the morning? Deciding to go down the road to improve.  Our ability to not be able to see the situation you are close to. 

Delaying Your Happiness | Episode 284

March 9th, 2021  |  24 mins 7 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and Michael Sorg are discussing TIME again.  Why are you delaying happiness?  What if you never reach that goal?  What if this was your last day?  What is the ROI (return on investment) for your time?  

What It’s Like to Get a Positive Covid Test | Episode 283

March 2nd, 2021  |  37 mins 59 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and show producer Michael Sorg both found themselves with positive tests for Covid-19. They both discuss the emotions and process receiving a positive test, and coping with the symptoms, or lack of symptoms. How do we deal with the frustration of the ever changing landscape of our developing knowledge?