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All Things Retreat Podcast

All Things Retreat Podcast

By: Holly Porter
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Your go-to show for everything about creating, leading, and thriving with retreats. Hosted by Holly Porter, a seasoned retreat leader and entrepreneur, this podcast dives deep into the art and business of retreats from planning and marketing to transformational experiences and community building.


Whether you are a retreat leader, venue owner, or someone dreaming of hosting your first retreat, you will get expert insights, inspiring stories, and practical tips to help you design unforgettable, profitable retreats that change lives.


Tune in and discover how retreats can elevate your business and your life.


Connect with Holly Porter International Retreat Association

🔗 LinkedIn: Holly Porter and International Retreat Association

🎵 TikTok: @retreatrnr

@r▶️ YouTube: @Intlretreatassociation

📸 Instagram: @intlretreatassociation| @hollyporterinternational

📘 Facebook: Holly Ann Porter | International Retreat Association

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Episodes
  • How to Incorporate Nutrition into Retreats and Resorts
    Jun 16 2026

    Summary
    In this episode, Meaghan Ormsby, a registered dietitian specializing in women's health and wellness travel, shares insights on integrating nutrition into travel experiences. Discover how to promote intuitive eating, address dietary restrictions, and enhance wellness retreats with expert guidance.




    Takeaways
    Integration of nutrition into wellness travel
    The philosophy of intuitive eating and anti-diet approaches
    Addressing dietary restrictions in retreats
    Collaboration between retreat experts and dietitians
    Emerging trends in wellness travel



    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Travel Exchange
    03:17 Intuitive Eating and Wellness Travel
    06:06 Navigating Dietary Restrictions at Retreats
    09:05 The Role of Nutrition Experts in Retreats
    12:03 Identifying Gaps in Wellness Travel
    14:41 Marketing and Messaging for Retreats
    17:23 Emerging Trends in Wellness Travel
    20:30 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
    22:58 RNR Outro Final.mp4
    23:36 RR.Gift.RetreatRnR.com.mp4

    🔗 Connect with Meaghan Ormsby, MS, RDN
    📧 Email: nutritiontravelexchange@gmail.com
    🌐Website: https://morewellnessbookings.com/
    🌐 Website: https://nutritiontravelexchange.com/about-nte/
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiontravelexchange/



    🔗 Connect with Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    📧 Email: holly@hollyporter.com
    🔗 LinkedIn: Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    🎵 TikTok: @retreatrnr
    ▶️ YouTube: @intlretreatassociation
    📸 Instagram: @retreatrnr | @hollyporterinternational
    📘 Facebook: HollyAnnPorter

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    24 mins
  • Mastering Self-Leadership: Key Strategies for Growth
    Jun 12 2026

    Summary
    In this insightful interview, Bobby Shelton, host of the Self-Leadership Lab podcast, shares practical strategies for leading oneself through understanding core values, managing emotions, and practicing self-compassion. Holly Porter and Bobby explore how self-leadership impacts personal happiness, resilience on hard days, and overall effectiveness in leadership roles.




    Takeaways
    Leading yourself is about governing your inner world to influence your external world.
    The Easy Hard vs Hard Hard framework helps identify whether you're working for approval or for your true purpose.
    On hard days, self-leadership involves choosing your response and maintaining discipline.
    Practicing self-forgiveness is crucial for growth and happiness.
    Simple techniques like movement, breath work, and positive affirmations can shift your state.




    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Self Leadership
    01:46 The Struggles of Self Leadership
    03:28 Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard
    05:34 Finding Fulfillment in Work
    07:17 Navigating Hard Days
    10:08 Recognizing Out of Alignment
    12:07 The Importance of Self-Forgiveness
    14:18 Real-Life Leadership Challenges
    18:56 The Power of Positive Self-Talk
    21:39 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts
    23:42 RNR Outro Final.mp4
    24:20 RR.Gift.RetreatRnR.com.mp4


    🔗 Connect with Bobby Shelton | Battle Cat Coaching
    📧 Email: paratubist@gmail.com | bshelton@battlecatcoaching.com
    🌐 Website: https://www.battlecatcoaching.com/
    🔗 LinkedIn: Dr Bobby Shelton
    📸 Instagram: @theselfleadershiplab



    🔗 Connect with Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    📧 Email: holly@hollyporter.com
    🔗 LinkedIn: Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    🎵 TikTok: @retreatrnr
    ▶️ YouTube: @intlretreatassociation
    📸 Instagram: @retreatrnr | @hollyporterinternational
    📘 Facebook: HollyAnnPorter

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    25 mins
  • 7 Secrets to Successful Women’s Retreats
    Jun 9 2026

    Summary
    In this engaging interview, Caterina Rando shares her journey into hosting retreats, her strategies for success, and her passion for empowering women entrepreneurs. Discover practical tips on starting retreats, building community, and creating impactful experiences that transform lives.




    Takeaways
    Starting retreats close to home for ease and familiarity
    Building community and connection among women
    International retreat challenges and solutions
    Start close to home for your first retreat
    Build community through unique activities
    Use spontaneity and flexibility to enhance experience
    Plan your first retreat close to home
    Partner with local experts for international retreats
    Create signature activities that reflect your brand




    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Caterina Rando
    03:23 The Journey into Retreats
    05:53 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
    08:51 The Importance of Community
    11:39 Transformational Experiences in Retreats
    14:33 Creating Unique Retreat Experiences
    17:02 The Power of Connection and Collaboration
    19:54 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
    25:47 RNR Outro Final.mp4
    26:26 RR.Gift.RetreatRnR.com.mp4



    🔗 Connect with Caterina Rando
    📧 Email: cat@caterinarando.com
    🌐 Website: https://caterinarando.com/
    📸 Instagram: @caterina_rando
    📘 Facebook: CaterinaRandoTWIBC
    🔗 LinkedIn: Caterina Rando


    🔗 Connect with Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    📧 Email: holly@hollyporter.com
    🔗 LinkedIn: Holly Porter | Retreat RNR
    🎵 TikTok: @retreatrnr
    ▶️ YouTube: @intlretreatassociation
    📸 Instagram: @retreatrnr | @hollyporterinternational
    📘 Facebook: HollyAnnPorter

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    27 mins
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