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March 26, 2026

Blueprinting the Shot: A Parent's Guide with Joel Turner

Archery Mental Game Tips for Parents | Beat Target Panic & Tournament Nerves | The Archery Parent Podcast with Manisha
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July 27, 2025

Joe Leszner: Acknowledgement, Acceptance & Authenticity

Manisha chats with Mental performance Consultant Joe Leszner for this episode. Joe shares strategies for supporting Archers and managing performance pressure. Listeners also get insights from international competitions and practical tips for starting a mental performance journey, including recommended resources and travel advice.
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April 22, 2025

Sporty Eleanor: Panic, Perseverance & Podiums

Sporty Eleanor: Panic, Perseverance & Podiums In this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha talks to Eleanor Rodriguez, also known as Sporty Eleanor. Eleanor shares her journey in Archery, including her struggles with target panic, her approach to overcoming it, and how a new coaching perspective can change everything. She discusses the impact of parental pressure on young archers and provides advice for parents to support their children effectively. Eleanor also talks about her ...
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Jan. 27, 2025

Jody Wacowich: Quivering Questions, Conversations & the Drive Home

Supporting Your Archer: Insights from Coach Jody Wacowich In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha welcomes Jody Wacowich, a coach for Jim-Bow’s Juniors and Ignite Archery in Alberta. Jody shares her journey into coaching through her daughter's interest, discusses her experiences at the Canada Winter Games and World Archery events, and offers valuable insights on supporting Archers, goal setting, and the importance of mental wellness. The conversation also touches on the dynamics ...
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Nov. 20, 2024

Crystal Gauvin: Adventures, Arrows, and Unmissable Advice

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha welcomes Crystal Gauvin, a distinguished compound Archer and coach. Crystal shares her journey into Archery at age 28, going from a beginner to a two-time World Champion and World Cup Champion. Crystal touches on the realities of sponsorship and how to balance Archery with other life aspects. Crystal's website and social media provide additional resources for training plans and coaching. Comprehensive Recap + Transcript. 00:00 Welcome...
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Nov. 19, 2024

Kiri: The Bow, the Balancing Act, and Boosting Confidence

Supporting Your Archer with Mental Performance Consultant Kiri Cyrelle Meulendyk In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha delves into the importance of mental performance consulting with guest Kiri Cyrelle Meulendyk from PerformYou. The discussion focuses on how mental performance can greatly impact an archer's success, featuring tips on building confidence, handling stress, and maintaining emotional resilience. Kiri shares her experiences transitioning from a Strength & Cond...
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Nov. 17, 2024

Vanessa Lee: The Archery Insider

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, we interview Vanessa Lee, former Canadian national team Archer and current member of the World Archery Communications Team. The conversation moves from Vanessa's initial inspiration and training experiences in Korea, to her transition to a commentator and correspondent for World Archery, highlighting her unique contributions to the Archery community as a whole. Vanessa offers insights into the mental and emotional aspects of the sport and undersc...