Lunch with Lindsay

Lindsay serves up holiday style lunch in a candid “booth breakdown” with husband Craig Melvin. They talk holiday traditions, family dynamics, and behind the scenes “Today Show” life. The duo is joined by special guest, Craig’s mom - Betty Jo Melvin, for a spirited conversation about this time of year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Lindsay sits down with Lisa Lazarus, CEO of HISA - (Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority) the governing body created to help regulate the sport of horse racing through its racetrack safety and anti doping programs. Lisa, who spent years as in house legal council at the NFL shares about her role leading the charge to reduce the number of injuries and deaths around the sport. She opens up about navigating the challenges that come with trying to implement change in the tight knit, historically traditional thoroughbred racing community and how the loss of her mother at a young age shaped her as a woman and as a leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lindsay sits down with friends and entrepreneurs Natalie Femia of Lost Barrel Brewing, consultant Summer Church and NFL Network reporter Bridget Condon to talk Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the secrets behind confidence and connection in careers and dish on the “favorite things” about being newlyweds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take a seat with Lindsay and 3 friends as they share how female friendship and frequent “lunches” have helped them navigate life. After a photo shoot for Westport Magazine, Lindsay sits down with friends - author Emily Liebert, journalist Alisyn Camerota and actress Stephanie Szostak to dish about how collaboration and supporting one another through professional and personal challenges and triumphs has meant everything. Moderated by magazine editor-in-chief Samantha Yanks, the foursome discuss topics including mental health, the “toughest thing” they’ve overcome and the daily ritual they cannot live without. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Conversation with Lindsay, Her Mom, and Her Grandma Vee. As her grandmother celebrates her 95th birthday, Lindsay invites us into a conversation over lunch at her Grandma’s house where Lindsay, her Grandma Vee and her mother Terri talk about life lessons. The trio discusses love, motherhood, work/life balance and how to make the most of all the moments by sharing perspectives from three different generations. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak Intro [00:00:00] Building a House in a Homesteading Community [00:06:32] Meeting Granddad Joe and Their Relationship [00:03:50] Finding Out about the First Pregnancy [00:10:06] Building the House and Planning for a Baby [00:10:11] Finding Out about the Pregnancy [00:10:58] Going to Church while in Labor [00:11:23] Making Halloween costumes [00:19:16] Learning to sew [00:20:41] Growing up with a coal miner father [00:23:55] The balancing act [00:29:05] Childhood memories [00:31:44] Ballet recital [00:32:51] Rearranging Life [00:37:11] Talking to Yourself [00:38:37] Remembering Mom [00:43:30] Dad's Morning Greeting [00:46:54] The Symbolism of the House [00:47:10] Finding Happiness and Staying Positive [00:48:43] Lindsay's emotional experience [00:56:20] Expressing gratitude [00:56:52] Closing remarks and future episodes [00:56:52] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of Lindsay’s Human Connections Conversation Series, Horse trainer Jena Antonucci shares her journey to becoming the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes. How she turned childhood adversity into self-realization, what she has uncovered about the importance of connection with horses and with people, and how she is living her now famous victory quote “If you don’t have a seat at the table, make your own table.” Jena also shares her thoughts on the importance of evolving the sport of horse racing and what she wants critics to know about the sport that captivated her as a young girl. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak [00:00:00] Jena Antonucci's journey as a horse trainer [00:00:57] Arcangelo's second big race win [00:01:11] Jena Antonucci's connection with horses and the importance of family and friendship [00:09:55] Transition to a new home and relationship with stepmom [00:11:49] Transfer to a new school and involvement in sports [00:13:32] Loss of stepmom and the importance of perspective [00:18:22] The journey to becoming a horse trainer [00:19:18] Curiosity about the breaking and training process [00:20:13] Exposure to high-end horses and Wayne Lucas's training program [00:27:17] The culture of horse training [00:28:12] The tough lessons and early wins [00:30:29] The relief and celebration of winning the Belmont Stakes [00:37:31] The gift of horse training [00:38:18] The importance of relationships and self-awareness [00:41:19] Building your own table [00:47:02] Dealing with Disagreements [00:48:17] Evolving the Sport [00:54:30] The Complexity of Horses [00:58:03] Setting goals and their limitations [00:59:06] Living with the best intention [01:00:03] Learning from Jena and behind-the-scenes at the racetrack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lindsay invites her friends, mother/daughter combo, Caroline and Madeline Barney to the house for an honest conversation about sending a first child off to college. They share what going through the process has taught them including valuable lessons about being present and finding your right “fit”. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak Intro [00:00:00] The college application process [00:02:58] The dynamic between Caroline and Madeline [00:04:47] Preparing for the transition to college [00:06:26] The excitement of meeting new people [00:09:57] Caroline's mixed emotions [00:10:21] The joy of high school graduation [00:13:18] The college application process [00:18:19] The influence of social media [00:19:43] Transitioning to college life [00:25:23] The college experience in the past [00:27:14] The impact of social media [00:29:09] Shaping identity and telling oneself a positive story [00:31:24] The emotional impact of chronic illness [00:36:35] Coping with separation and creating space [00:38:22] Reflecting on the track team and sisterhood [00:42:39] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the eve of the Indy 500 Lindsay sits down with singer/songwriter Jewel and IndyCar driver David Malukas to talk about how mental health plays into being the best on the racetrack and the stage. Jewel talks about her new company devoted to mental wellness - Innerworld - while she and David connect and share experiences of their own journeys in the worlds of music and sports. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak [00:00:00] Intro [00:03:03] The importance of mental health in sports and performance [00:04:19] Managing nerves and pressure in performance [00:07:51] Curating thoughts and feelings to manage anxiety [00:08:32] The importance of discipline and positive thoughts [00:09:20] Learning to filter feedback and maturing in the public eye [00:15:04] Preparing mentally for the Indy 500 race [00:16:20] Inner World [00:18:02] Access to Mental Health Care [00:21:08] Mindfulness and Behavioral Tools [00:22:16] Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lindsay welcomes her husband, journalist and Today Show co-anchor Craig Melvin to the table to reflect on themes about family and overcoming adversity. The pair discuss themes brought up during Lindsay’s chat with NBA star Chris Paul. Melvin shares his own experience writing a deeply personal book about family and what it’s been like since “Pops”, a book about his father’s battle with addiction was released two years ago. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak [00:01:27] The impact of positive and negative examples in shaping one's life choices. [00:03:16] The sacrifice of living out a dream. [00:07:23] Pressure and motivation.= [00:10:31] The motivation to serve. [00:11:10] Finding the thing that drives you. [00:16:56] Fascination with ordinary people who do extraordinary things. [00:20:31] The gift of motivation. [00:22:00] Reconnecting with a changed father. [00:24:06] The power of legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBA star Chris Paul joins Lindsay at his former stomping ground - Wake Forest - to talk basketball and his new book “Sixty-One” - about his journey in the NBA and how his family shaped and molded him. They chat about family, fatherhood, and forging ahead with his new team the Golden State Warriors on his mission to win a title. Chris Paul also brings his quick wit and wisdom to Lindsay’s local library for a special night answering questions from curious kids. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 Follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak Intro [00:00:03] "Sixty-One" and its Themes [00:00:56] Chris Paul's Trade to the Golden State Warriors [00:01:59] Sixty-One [00:09:15] Grandfather giving you his Wake Forest hat [00:10:03] Thoughts on losing his grandfather and nostalgia [00:11:34] The importance of family [00:18:48] Writing the book [00:20:48] Excitement about the trade [00:25:01] The Work-Life Balance Dilemma [00:28:35] Last Moments with Grandfather [00:29:58] The Game of His Life [00:33:20] The importance of discipline and time management [00:37:44] The value of imagination and being active [00:38:42] Believing in yourself and making a comeback [00:41:59] The most best offensive player [00:48:07] Kobe Bryant's scoring streak [00:48:33] Advice for aspiring NBA/WNBA players [00:49:26] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lindsay spends time with Country star Lee Brice and reigning NASCAR champion Joey Logano in this fitting Father’s Day conversation. The stars connect on adopting different personalities when taking the “stage”, what happens when you make it to the top and how they balance being the dads they want to be with the discipline it takes to be the best at what they do. Be sure to subscribe to the “Lunch with Lindsay” podcast—an interview show with athletes, musicians, and celebrities dedicated to exploring how different personalities perform at the highest level—wherever you listen to podcasts. FAMILYMADE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/43Zz0pE APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3Av3VN8 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://spoti.fi/3HfdMu5 And follow Lindsay on social media: • Instagram: @lindsaycz • Twitter: @lindsayczarniak • Facebook: @lindsayczarniak Joey and Lee's Charity Work [00:02:20] Joey's Two Different Personas [00:05:32] Being Selfish on the Track [00:06:32] Competitive Drive [00:06:37] Different Personas [00:08:39] Natural Competitiveness [00:12:24] Joey's childhood dream [00:13:47] Lee's passion for music [00:14:17] The challenges of being successful [00:17:08] The pressure of relevance [00:20:11] The post-championship slump [00:21:34] Doing things differently [00:25:10] Talking it out [00:26:55] Changing it up [00:28:45] The right furniture [00:31:45] Releasing Music [00:33:11] Shelving Songs [00:34:28] Balancing Work and Family [00:38:36] Navigating busy schedules [00:39:50] Shutting off work mode [00:42:00] Taking care of your team [00:44:20] Building a Strong Team [00:46:40] Learning from Mistakes [00:49:22] Preparing for Retirement [00:52:40] Feeling and Opportunities [00:53:40] Gifts Exchange [00:54:40] Thank You and Credits [00:58:42] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Lindsay’s taking her lunchtime conversation on the road! The Indy500 is the largest single day sporting event in the world. Indycar drivers know, win this and your life is changed forever. This year, after an intense final few laps, it was Joseph Newgarden who won in his 12th attempt at this historic event. Lindsay was there to take it all in and sat down the day after with Josef and his wife Ashley. They talk about the emotion of the win, how they balance life and racing and the risk and pressures that come with that lifestyle. Also, the storybook tale of how these two met while Ashley was working as a Disney princess is priceless. Don't forget to Subscribe and follow along with Lindsay below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/?... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsayczarn... Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsayczarniak?r... The significance of the Indianapolis 500 [00:00:51] The emotions of watching the race [00:03:31] The final lap of the race [00:05:31] Winning the race [00:06:41] Celebrating with the crowd [00:09:34] The Sacrifices of Racing [00:12:50] The Challenges of Supporting a Racer [00:13:38] Meeting at Disney World [00:19:05] Long-Distance Relationship [00:21:41] Overcoming Challenges in Racing [00:24:14] The Dreamer [00:25:12] Belief [00:26:14] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the heels of Mother's Day, Lindsay invites friends, broadcaster and founder of Carry Media Paula Faris and actress, entrepreneur Stephanie Szostak for a conversation about "momlife". Paula anchored at Good Morning America and hosted the View for years before changing her lifestyle and launching Carry Media - a company focused on championing the working mom. Stephanie just wrapped the final season as Delilah on ABC's A Million Little Things. The trio discuss and share their experiences as working moms in their respective fields and how difficult decisions or pivot points have led them into the exciting unknown on their journeys as mothers and working women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 2 of Lunch with Lindsay, Lindsay is talking all things "Kentucky Derby" ahead of her trip to one of the biggest sporting events of the year as a minority owner of Derby entrant Jace’s Road. Lindsay explores what it’s like to be behind the scenes of this sport, having a spirited conversation with businessman and owner of Derby favorite “Forte” Mike Repole as well as NFL Network Insider and horse racing enthusiast Ian Rapoport. Her friend and stylist Jeni Bianco stops by to have lunch and talk horse culture and most importantly, what to wear!!!! Don't forget to Subscribe and follow along with Lindsay below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsayczarniak/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsayczarniak?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the inaugural episode of “Lunch with Lindsay,” Lindsay Czarniak sits down with country music singer-songwriter Eric Church and NASCAR racecar driver, Chase Elliott. Chase and Eric commiserate over their shared winter sports injuries. Chase discusses his recent snowboarding injury and how it’s impacted his NASCAR schedule and Eric Church shares how he broke his shoulder snowmobiling on his family’s latest vacation and carried his son, who was also in the accident, for several hours to ensure he was safe. After swapping stories, Lindsay explores Eric and Chase’s personal outlets and the different ways they step away from the stage and the racetrack for their peace of mind and mental well-being. Chase reveals to Lindsay that Eric Church, well-known for his country song “Talladega,” is one of his favorite musicians and shares the connection he’s made with Eric’s lyrics, as well as his fascination with the country music songwriter’s creative process. But where these two really connect is in their relationship to fame. Listen to the full episode of “Lunch with Lindsay” to learn even more about Eric Church’s appreciation of NASCAR, the state of ‘sponsor culture,’ in addition to Chase’s experience winning last year’s Talladega and what to expect from the rest of the season! Follow along with Lindsay below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsayczarniak/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsayczarniak?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to "Lunch with Lindsay," a podcast where multi-talented sports broadcaster, mom, wife and friend, Lindsay Czarniak, dives deep into the stories that connect us all. Through interviews with high profile guests, athletes, musicians and more, Lindsay reveals we're all more alike than we think. Join us here for new stories you won't want to miss! You can also find the audio version of this podcast on Spotify, Apple and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow along with Lindsay below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsayczarniak/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsayczarniak?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices