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If They Can Do It

If They Can Do It

Written by: Isaac Camargo
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Host Isaac Camargo shares his life, and interviews people with amazing stories that will inspire you. After listening to this podcast, his hope is that you will begin to believe "If they can do it" SO CAN I!© 2026 If They Can Do It Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • You have to take the river: the only way through hard stuff w/ Bridget Oland
    Feb 4 2026

    Summary

    In this episode, Isaac Camargo interviews Bridget, a fitness trainer and nurse, who shares her extraordinary journey from high school athlete to bodybuilding and now as a hybrid athlete. They discuss the importance of support systems, the evolution of body image, and the mental challenges faced in fitness and life. Bridget emphasizes the significance of intrinsic motivation, community, and defining one's own version of strength. The conversation also touches on her recent experience with Hyrox, a challenging fitness competition, and the mental strategies she employs to overcome obstacles.


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • “Changing Your Mind in Public: Courage, comedy, and the cost of rethinking everything
    Jan 7 2026

    In this episode of the If They Can Do It podcast, host Isaac Camargo interviews comedian Jodee Calm, who shares her extraordinary journey from a challenging personal life to finding her voice in comedy and politics. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the comedy scene, the importance of diverse perspectives, and the personal awakening that comes from challenging societal norms. Jodee reflects on her experiences during the George Floyd protests and the political climate, emphasizing the need for courage in speaking out against injustice. The conversation highlights the significance of community, trust, and self-actualization in navigating a rapidly changing world


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Extraordinary Journeys
    01:27 The Comedy Journey Begins
    04:50 Finding Your Voice in Comedy
    08:24 Navigating the Pandemic and Political Climate
    09:46 A Shift in Perspective: Working in Politics
    12:41 The Impact of 2020 on Comedy and Society
    18:40 Personal Growth Through Challenging Conversations
    22:19 The Grieving Process of Changing Worldviews
    24:33 Recognizing Manipulation and Trusting Intuition
    27:12 Balancing Personal Life and Political Awareness
    29:18 The Importance of Community and Connection
    32:15 The Shift from High Trust to Isolation
    35:36 Breaking Free from Victimhood Mentality
    39:05 Encouragement for Speaking Out
    42:11 Engaging with Opposing Views

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    48 mins
  • Grateful I Tried: How Stephanie Engblom Lost 140 lbs and Became a Marathoner
    Nov 12 2025

    Stephanie was at an Ironman race to simply take pictures for a client, but what happened was more than she could've ever anticipated. This week, Stephanie talks about how she went from 300 lbs to losing weight, to becoming a mother to 2 amazing children and putting the weight back on... I cannot tell you how inspiring she is and how you will be impacted with each step of her journey.

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    58 mins
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