In this episode we are joined by Mitch James, a former competitive swimmer who found a love for lifesaving, in particular inflatable rescue boat racing. Mitch and I swam at neighbouring clubs once upon a time; however our paths didn’t cross until this year, now that we are working together at Life Saving Victoria.In thisContinue reading “MITCH JAMES // lifesaving might be the perfect example of sport helping the community”
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SAMI PALMER // World champion tumbler from the UK shares her love of gymnastics with Australia
In this episode we talk with Sami Palmer, a world champion tumbler from the UK. Sami talks about what got her started in gymnastics, and what lessons she got from over a decade competing on the international circuit. She’s now enjoying her time making an impact on the Australian gymnastics scene and sharing her knowledgeContinue reading “SAMI PALMER // World champion tumbler from the UK shares her love of gymnastics with Australia”
SALLY HUNTER // Olympic swimmer, coach, mentor and mum – interviewing a childhood hero
I had the absolute pleasure of being joined by this weeks guest, Australian swimmer, Sally Hunter. I had a bit of a fan girl moment when Sal agreed to come onto the podcast, as I grew up watching her achieve so many things during the decade she represented Australia in the pool, including competing atContinue reading “SALLY HUNTER // Olympic swimmer, coach, mentor and mum – interviewing a childhood hero”
Aoife Coughlan // Australian Olympian with JUDO running through her blood – an amazing perspective of athlete, coach and student
We are joined today by Aoife Coughlan, an Australian Olympian in the sport of Judo. You could say that Jodo is in Aoife’s blood as her parent’s actually met playing the sport and her siblings also participate at an international level. In this chat we talk about her introduction to Judo, and her background of otherContinue reading “Aoife Coughlan // Australian Olympian with JUDO running through her blood – an amazing perspective of athlete, coach and student”
Maria Alexiadis OAM // Australian Karate competitor on the international stage, coaching and being on the Karate Victoria board
This weeks guest is Maria Alexiadis, an Australian Karate competitor who competes on the international stage. I had a chat with Maria whilst she was in hotel quarantine after returning from the Olympic qualifiers in Paris. Maria not only competes, but also coaches and is on the Board of Karate Victoria, hoping to make aContinue reading “Maria Alexiadis OAM // Australian Karate competitor on the international stage, coaching and being on the Karate Victoria board”
Cam Elliott // the journey of a performance coach, amazing lessons and an interesting view on drugs in sport
Cam Elliott a performance coach who looks beyond the athlete in front of him to the human that’s behind the athlete. My chat with Cam is split into two parts with this first part exploring what Cam does, how he got into the world of performance coaching and his motivation behind doing it. In thisContinue reading “Cam Elliott // the journey of a performance coach, amazing lessons and an interesting view on drugs in sport”
Sarah Blackmore // Gymnast, passionate Gymnastics coach and Australian Ninja Warrior
We are joined by the incredible Sarah Blackmore, gymnast, gymnastics coach and Ninja Warrior. Sarah represents everything this podcast is about, using her passion for sport to help positively impact others. In this episode we learn about Sarah’s start to gymnastics and the work she is now doing as a coach, and in advocating forContinue reading “Sarah Blackmore // Gymnast, passionate Gymnastics coach and Australian Ninja Warrior”
Emily McKie // women’s AFL coach & important life lessons
Today’s episode is with Emily McKie. Emily and I met during our uni studies and bonded over our passion for our sport, and I’ve always felt inspired by her ability to chase her dreams. Emily created and managed what is now one of the biggest female junior football leagues in Victoria – the Eastern RegionContinue reading “Emily McKie // women’s AFL coach & important life lessons”
Nathan Taylor // Youth Olympics to coaching
Today’s guest is Nathan Taylor, an Australian swimmer who was the youngest finalist in the 200 Individual Medley at the 2000 Australian Olympic Trials. Nathan was a member of the Victorian Institute of Sport and a part of the gold medal relay team at the 2001 Youth Olympics. After hanging up his competitive swimming cap,Continue reading “Nathan Taylor // Youth Olympics to coaching”
Steve Foster // professional triathlete to coach – 36 years in the sport
Today we have an Australian legend in the sport of Triathlon. Steve Foster competed on the world stage in the 80’s and 90’s, finishing 3rd at the 1990 ITU World Championships. Steve not only has multiple Australian titles to his name, but also an impressive coaching career. Steve shares with us what hardships have taughtContinue reading “Steve Foster // professional triathlete to coach – 36 years in the sport”
Beyond Sport with Fiona Stewart 