{"podcast":{"title":"Sweat Community","slug":"sweat-community-7832580","podcast_index_feed_id":7832580,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting/0om2wP6B.rss","website_url":"sweatcommunity.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2ed3c0cf-00e2-4d46-932b-ab1e944626b9/logos/ecc6112d-f754-48d6-84da-435ae3cb718b.png","author":"Sheena","episode_count":14,"summary":"Sweat Community Podcast is your inside guide to health, wellness, fitness, and community in the Denver metro area. Hosted by Sheena, fitness instructor and RN who grew up in Golden Colorado, this show brings together the people, places, and events that make Denver’s wellness scene thrive. Each episode dives into real conversations with local wellness leaders and community builders who are shaping how we move, connect, and feel our best. Whether you’re looking for your next workout class, wellness event, or a supportive fitness community, you’ll find it here. New episodes out every Thrursday. If you’re health-minded and living in (or near) Denver, this podcast helps you discover new opportunities to sweat, grow, and belong. From fitness trends and wellness tips to local events and community spotlights, Sweat Community is all about helping you find your people. For more, head over to SweatCommunity.com and subscribe to the email list to stay up to date on the latest health, fitness and wellness events happening around Denver.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-16T20:17:15.987816+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sweat-community-7832580"},"episode":{"title":"Ep.8  Barista to Billion Dollar Leader: Denise Nelsen on Wellness, Mentorship & Life After Starbucks","slug":"ep-8-barista-to-billion-dollar-leader-denise-nelsen-on-wellness-mentorship-life-after-starbucks","published_at":"2026-06-11T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sweat-community-7832580/ep-8-barista-to-billion-dollar-leader-denise-nelsen-on-wellness-mentorship-life-after-starbucks","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sweat-community-7832580","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1826e9e8aaa7705620c7cef14855962abd57127ebff4f69ac47b69a95d90024b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NjExMGU3MS01MTQ5LTRmMzItOTlkYS1iZmFlM2UxMzExZDAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZWQzYzBjZi0wMGUyLTRkNDYtOTMyYi1hYjFlOTQ0NjI2YjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWU2Nzg2MWVmYzAyMjYwMTk5YzkxMWMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyYTI0OWE0NzAyNjhkNmYyMmRkOWJmL3NoZWVuYXMtc3R1ZGlvLThGcU1BLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0xMV9fNC01OS0zOC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1826e9e8aaa7705620c7cef14855962abd57127ebff4f69ac47b69a95d90024b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NjExMGU3MS01MTQ5LTRmMzItOTlkYS1iZmFlM2UxMzExZDAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZWQzYzBjZi0wMGUyLTRkNDYtOTMyYi1hYjFlOTQ0NjI2YjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWU2Nzg2MWVmYzAyMjYwMTk5YzkxMWMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyYTI0OWE0NzAyNjhkNmYyMmRkOWJmL3NoZWVuYXMtc3R1ZGlvLThGcU1BLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0xMV9fNC01OS0zOC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"What does it take to go from Starbucks barista to leading billion-dollar businesses? In this episode of Sweat Community Podcast, Sheena sits down with Denise Nelsen, former Senior Vice President at Starbucks, former CEO of Smashburger, yoga teacher, mentor, and leadership advisor with SGNL. Denise shares her journey from barista to executive leadership, the role wellness and movement played throughout her career, and how living in Colorado shaped her approach to health, fitness, and community. She also opens up about navigating career transitions, redefining success, and helping others find alignment in their work and lives. Plus, Denise shares her favorite Colorado wellness experiences, insights from building a life centered around movement with her husband, Rich Nelsen, former CEO of VASA Fitness, and why fitness, community, and wellness remained non-negotiables while leading billion-dollar organizations. Special offer for Sweat Community listeners: Denise is offering 10% off coaching and mentoring services through SGNL when you mention \"Sweat Community.\" Connect with Denise: denise@clearsgnl.com For more local fitness, wellness, and community conversations, visit sweatcommunity.com and subscribe to stay in the know on new podcast episodes, show notes, and upcoming events. What made you sweat today?","meta_description":"What does it take to go from Starbucks barista to leading billion-dollar businesses? 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