Things No One Tells You

Lindsay Czarniak
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Things No One Tells You with Lindsay Czarniak explores the conversations we don’t always have but should. Through candid interviews with newsmakers and everyday people, Lindsay uncovers untold stories, unspoken struggles, and insights that connect us all.

  1. 5d ago ·  Video

    Living Life at Full Speed with Racecar Driver Katherine Legge

    What does it take to stay completely focused when you’re driving more than 200 miles an hour? For Katherine Legge, the surprising answer is that the race car may be one of the places where her mind feels clearest. In this episode, Katherine takes us inside the physical and mental demands of professional racing. I had a chance to talk with Katherine shortly before she became the first woman to attempt racing in the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, joining an incredibly small group of drivers to attempt “the Double.” We talk about the differences between NASCAR and IndyCar, the role of women in motor sports, and the way that the e.l.f. sponsorship has changed things for her as a driver. Why “Why not?” became Katherine’s answer to taking the risk (07:02)What racing two completely different cars actually feels like (09:23)Why speed brings Katherine an unusual sense of focus (14:27)How one bold career move put her on the motorsports map (27:02)How Katherine hopes to open doors for the next generation (43:58) There’s plenty here for racing fans, but Katherine’s perspective reaches well beyond motorsports. It’s about preparation, trusting yourself under pressure, and saying yes when the opportunity in front of you may never come again. Katherine’s career is a reminder that progress rarely happens in a straight line. There are great moments, awful moments and a lot of getting back up in between. Subscribe to Things No One Tells You for more conversations like this, and if you’re enjoying the show, a rating or review helps others find it, too. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FVZpfQI7ZDQ For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/katherine-legge-53 Check out more from Katherine Legge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherineracing Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Living Life at Full Speed with Racecar Driver Katherine Legge

  2. Sep 24 ·  Video

    Life After the Celebration with Knicks Star Jalen Brunson and His Mom Sandra

    As of June 2026 when the Knicks were crowned NBA champions, Jalen Brunson knows what it feels like to achieve the dream. He also knows what it’s like to be told, in one way or another, that some folks didn’t believe he could do it. That tension sits at the heart of this conversation with Jalen and his mom, Sandra. They talk about becoming a champion, staying the same person while everything around you changes, and the second-round draft experience that eventually inspired their family’s foundation. Sandra also shares the parenting side of success, from making sacrifices when Jalen was young to thinking now about how to protect his balance as a husband, father, son, and athlete. What You’ll DiscoverWhat happens after the celebration everyone talks about (07:45)The pressure of balancing all the roles success brings (12:35)Jalen on Sandra’s sacrifices behind the scenes (15:49)Turning second-round disappointment into a larger purpose (17:27)Why your surroundings can matter as much as your decisions (21:38) This is a conversation about winning and the importance of staying grounded once the dream becomes reality. It’s about knowing when to celebrate, when to turn the page, and how the people who helped you get there remain a crucial part of the story and the quest to add to the next chapter. If this episode resonates, subscribe to Things No One Tells You to stay updated. If TNOTY has become part of your week, a rating or review helps more listeners and viewers find these conversations. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ierxoY8b_qk For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/sandra-and-jalen-brunson-52 Check out more from Jalen Brunson: Follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jalenbrunson1 Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Life After the Celebration with Knicks Star Jalen Brunson and His Mom Sandra

  3. Sep 10 ·  Video

    Taking the Risk: Season 3 Premiere

    Season 3 is here, and before jumping into a new round of conversations, I wanted to take a minute to catch you up on what’s ahead and what’s been happening in my own life. I share a preview of some of the guests coming this season, plus a look behind the scenes of two new chapters for me: working on Game Day Murders, a true crime and sports series executive produced by Shaquille O’Neal, and joining CBS Sports HQ. But the bigger theme is something I didn’t fully recognize until a life coach pointed it out years ago. Nearly every major career opportunity I’ve taken has involved some kind of risk. The uncertainty terrifies me, but somehow it also lights me up. What You’ll Hear: Why Things No One Tells You exists (00:49)A preview of Season 3 guests (01:26)Behind the scenes of Game Day Murders (04:15)Why risk can be both terrifying and energizing (08:12) This episode is a reminder that we don’t always need to know exactly where a new path leads before we try it. If you’re standing in front of something new and wondering whether you’re ready, this one is a reminder that readiness doesn’t always arrive before the opportunity. Sometimes you simply have to try the thing. If these conversations resonate with you, subscribe to Things No One Tells You and consider leaving a rating or review wherever you listen. Mentioned in the episode: Bridget KerMorris’s episode from Season 2 https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/bridget-kermorris-21 Jalen and Sandra Brunson’s episode coming up soon - check out a teaser clip here You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n1WG51hpZGs For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/season-3-premiere-51 Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Taking the Risk: Season 3 Premiere

  4. Jun 4

    Golden Tempo’s Historic Win with Cherie DeVaux and Daisy Phipps Pulito

    There are wins, and then there are wins that feel like they carry generations with them. In this episode, I sit down with Daisy Phipps Pulito and Cherie DeVaux to talk about Golden Tempo’s Kentucky Derby victory, a race that made Cherie the first female trainer to win the Derby and gave Daisy’s family a deeply meaningful win in the Phipps Stable silks. Cherie and Daisy talk about the hours before the race, the signs Golden Tempo was ready, the pressure of stewardship, and the way one horse seemed to grow up right in front of them. They talk about what the future looks like and what future races could hold. What You’ll Discover: Golden Tempo starting to blossom (02:08)A 100-year family legacy (07:50)The work behind carrying a legacy (12:28)Support, marriage, and life outside the barn (24:43)Managing anxiety before the Derby (29:39)Golden Tempo’s confidence now (48:46) This episode is about more than a race. It’s about how the pivotal victory moments are built in the barns, in the mornings, in the losses, and in the people who believe before the rest of the world catches up. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts, and please subscribe, rate, and review Things No One Tells You. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WD-_ESwLoKY For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/cherie-devaux-and-daisy-phipps-pulito-50 Check out more from our guests: Follow Cherie DeVaux on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reredevaux/ Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Golden Tempo’s Historic Win with Cherie DeVaux and Daisy Phipps Pulito

  5. May 28

    Risking Everything at the Indy 500 with Felix Rosenqvist

    Even if you’re not a racing fan, one look and you would agree…we may never see racing as good and as intense as what millions witnessed in the final lap of this year's Indy 500. There are sporting events that feel bigger than the result, and this Memorial Day weekend tradition is one of them. In this episode, I had a chance to sit down with Felix Rosenqvist the morning after he crossed the bricks and became the Indy 500 champion in the closest finish ever. To give you an idea of how big of a deal this race is to the drivers who compete in this series, Felix’s win left runner up David Malukas in tears because he almost had it. They all say it – the driver who wins THIS race, is immortalized forever. Felix takes us inside the final lap, the split-second risk that changed everything, and the feeling of winning his first oval race at the biggest Indycar race in the world. He also opens up about becoming a father earlier in the month, how it shifted the pressure he carries, and why this win felt like a reflection point after some difficult seasons. What You’ll Discover: The magic and tradition of Indianapolis (01:05)Why Felix risked it all on the high line (05:03)How fans in Indy rallied behind him (09:07)How fatherhood changed his perspective (10:52)The thing no one tells you about the grind (14:47)Felix’s must-have race day food (19:22) Felix’s story is a reminder that the biggest wins are rarely just about one moment. What he shares shows the human side of a once-in-a-lifetime win: the nerves, the gratitude, the family piece, and the years of hard work behind one unforgettable finish. To hear more of these conversations, subscribe to Things No One Tells You wherever you like to watch or listen, and if this conversation impacted you, please rate and review the show. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2iq9vw3MnDI For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/felix-rosenqvist-49 Check out more from Felix Rosenqvist on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frosenqvist/ Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay at https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Risking Everything at the Indy 500 with Felix Rosenqvist

  6. May 21

    Winning the Indy 500 with Álex Palou - Encore Episode

    I’m really excited about this year’s Indy 500 coming up, and seeing Álex Palou secure the pole position reminded me of our great conversation right after he won last year. I wanted to share that interview with you all ahead of this year’s race. After Álex Palou won the Indy 500 in 2025, I watched through the glass that separates the broadcast booth with victory circle, as Álex and his racecar were lifted up to the celebratory stage where professional photographers snapped countless rounds of images of Álex and his team celebrating the moment that no doubt changed their life. I loved watching his wife Esther hand over their daughter Lucia to celebrate with her dad and I found myself wondering what he would do next – after this portion of pomp and circumstance was over. What would his reaction be behind closed doors? I knew he’d be exhausted, rolling in on a couple hours of sleep if he was lucky, but I was so grateful to sit down with Álex the next morning; hours after winning the Indy 500, I expected adrenaline and exhaustion. What I didn’t expect was how much heart he’d bring into that conversation and what his answer to the “thing no one tells you” highlighted about his family commitment. This episode is about more than speed. It’s about the quiet sacrifices. The money burned on tires and fuel, the long days chasing a dream across continents, and the people who made it possible. From the stands inside Indianapolis Motor Speedway packed with Spanish flags to the emotional moment his father ran toward him on the track after his win, Álex opens up about the power of team, tradition, and staying level in the moments that matter most. What You’ll Hear: The emotional celebration that started with a run down the track (5:49)Why winning the Indy 500 changes everything, even for a three-time champion (7:04)Álex’s family's sacrifice and what it really took to get here (10:51)The surprising habits that keep Álex sharp (14:39) Álex gives us a rare glimpse into the life of a champion, and the grounded perspective that might just keep him winning. He reminds us that greatness doesn’t just happen on the track. It’s built over years of figuring out how to show up day after day, amid failures and setbacks, even when no one is watching. This one is for anyone who wants to know more about the moments that don’t make the highlight reel; check out Álex’s inspiring story. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/19v7uCjBPEY For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/alex-palou-48 Check out more from Álex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpalou/ Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Winning the Indy 500 with Álex Palou - Encore Episode

  7. May 14

    Presence, Purpose, and Connection: Season 2 Wrap Up

    Season 2 of Things No One Tells You turned into something I didn’t fully expect. Yes, we talked to Olympians, musicians, broadcasters, athletes, and entrepreneurs. But underneath all of those stories was a much bigger conversation about presence, connection, and what success actually means once you finally get there. In this special season wrap-up episode, I revisit some of the moments that stayed with me most. Angela Ruggiero shares why life works best when we’re fully present and “playing jazz.” Joan Lunden reflects on navigating motherhood while building a groundbreaking career. Jeff Francoeur opens up about helping kids feel valued in sports and in life. Vernon Davis shares the hard truth that success alone doesn’t guarantee happiness or stability. And Ani DiFranco reminds us that authentic connection may actually be the whole point. What You’ll Hear: Angela Ruggiero on fun, presence, and “playing jazz” (01:00)Joan Lunden on motherhood and breaking barriers (07:41)Jeff Francoeur on youth sports and feeling valued (12:55)Vernon Davis on success, money, and learning the hard way (20:08)Ani DiFranco on connection over achievement (26:51)The biggest lessons and themes from Season 2 (35:16) This season brought so many honest conversations, unexpected insights, and moments I’ll carry with me for a long time. I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has been part of our community this season. Season 3 officially launches this summer, and we have so many exciting conversations ahead. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and share Things No One Tells You so you don’t miss what’s next. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DvdfpoTJprA For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/season-2-wrap-up-47 Episodes mentioned: Ep 35 What Really Matters in Youth Sports with Jeff Francoeur https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/jeff-francoeur-35 Ep 37 What It Really Takes to Win Gold with Angela Ruggiero https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/angela-ruggiero-37 Ep 39 Saying Yes Before You Feel Ready with Joan Lunden https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/joan-lunden-39 Ep 40 Second Acts After an NFL Career with Vernon Davis https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/vernon-davis-40 Ep 42 Building a Career Without Compromising Your Voice with Ani DiFranco https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/ani-difranco-42 Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    Presence, Purpose, and Connection: Season 2 Wrap Up

  8. May 7

    When Your Favorite Product Disappears with Tricia Caliola

    What happens when something you’ve relied on for decades suddenly disappears? For Tricia Caliola, it was her signature pink hair color. A specific shade she had worn for over 20 years, something that made her feel like herself. When her favorite product was discontinued, she didn’t just accept it. She went looking for answers. And that’s where this story takes a turn. In this episode, Tricia walks us through the journey that followed and that continues to this day. It’s an adventure filled with dead ends, determination, and moments that honestly feel more like a detective story than a beauty trip. But at its core, this journey is about something much bigger. It’s about identity. It’s about confidence. And about the quiet ways we build ourselves over time. What You’ll HearHow Tricia’s signature look became part of her identity (11:50)Testing every alternative on the market (16:44)The investigation into what happened (19:45)Starting over and building something new (30:28)The sacrifices behind chasing something this personal (39:17) This episode is a reminder that sometimes the things we chase aren’t really about the thing itself. They’re about how it makes us feel. And sometimes, that’s worth everything. If you’re loving TNOTY, be sure to subscribe to the show, and share this episode with a friend. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pZdZzUlydqA For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/tricia-caliola-46 Check out more from Tricia Caliola on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triciacaliolamua/ Support this podcast: Follow Things No One Tells You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsnoonetellsyoupod/ Stay connected with Lindsay https://www.lindsaycz.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycz/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaycz

    When Your Favorite Product Disappears with Tricia Caliola
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Things No One Tells You with Lindsay Czarniak explores the conversations we don’t always have but should. Through candid interviews with newsmakers and everyday people, Lindsay uncovers untold stories, unspoken struggles, and insights that connect us all.

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  • Creator
    Lindsay Czarniak
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Lindsay Czarniak
  • Show Website
    Things No One Tells You

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