Andy Gray

Hobby of a Lifestyle

Sports EN ↓ 129 episodes

I talk with athletes, coaches, entertainers and more to discuss how their hobbies have impacted life choices and career decisions. I explore how and when guests first found a passion for the Hobby they love and how they forged a career from it.

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Andy Gray

Episodes

Steve Cunningham - Former Cruiser weight World Champion 19.05.2023 1:15:11

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by former Cruiser weight World Champion, Steve Cunningham. Steve takes us through his journey from being bullied as a child, to World Glory and sharing the ring with Tyson Fury. He also shares his love for art and the comic book he has created. Find him on Instagram: @ussislegend Comic: @usscomics

Tippy Packard - Competing and Dancing on Ice 05.05.2023 1:06:18

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by current Dancing on Ice star, Tippy Packard as she shares her journey from National Champion to sharing the rink with celebrities. Follow Tippy on Instagram: @tippyroo_2the_rescue

Ceri Bowley - Double Pass, City Football Group, Rangers FC 21.04.2023 44:35

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Ceri Bowley, current Global Lead of Technical Leadership with Double Pass and former Assistant Manager of Rangers FC.

Shea Hammond - Team USA - CP Soccer 17.03.2023 59:23

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Team USA soccer player and co-founder of CP Soccer, Shea Hammond. With sights on World Cup Glory and providing more opportunities for people with Cerebral Palsy, Shea shares his HOAL story. Instagram - @shea_hammond @cpsoccer.us www.cpsoccer.us

Jasmine Harrison - World record Solo Row and Swim 24.02.2023 31:05

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Jasmine Harrison, World Record holder for her solo row across the Atlantic and swimming the length of the UK. Find Jasmine on Instagram - @jasminerharrison

Adriana Brownlee -14 Peaks is on the horizon 02.12.2022 31:34

Send us Fan Mail Adriana Brownlee joins the podcast to discuss her journey from London to Everest and the goal she has set herself of, completing all 14 peaks over 8000m by the age of 22. This will make her the worlds youngest person to do so, another title she'll be able to add to her Guinness World Record as youngest female to ever summit K2. Adriana has already submitted 10 of the 14 peak...

Duo Rings - aerial rings duo specialists 21.10.2022 20:39

Send us Fan Mail Fresh from America's Got Talent, I am joined by Duo Rings. Nico and Flora probably share the greatest love story, from growing up and competing together in Buenos Aires, to showcasing on America's Got Talent. Keep up to date with Duo Rings on their socials: Instagram - @duorings www.duo-rings.com

Faye O'Hara - the beauty of equine and being paralysed 23.09.2022 35:20

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Faye O'Hara. Faye grew up riding horses, but tragically, she was left paralysed after being involved in a road traffic accident. Faye has never let her disabilities stop her from achieving what she sets out to do and now wants to inspire others with her story. You can find out what Faye is up to by following her on social media: TikTok: @majesticandmedreambig

Drawn to Life’s David Rimmer & Saulo Sarmiento 10.09.2022 33:51

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by two of Cirque Du Soleil’s amazing performers, David Rimmer and Saulo Sarmiento. Two different journeys that have led them to the same destination, Drawn to Life - Orlando.

Dr Emilia Thompson - eating disorders in sport 26.08.2022 30:18

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Dr Emilia Thompson. Emilia is an expert in her field, has worked in elite sport and now helps females manage disordered eating and relationships with food and body. Dr Thompson kindly shared her opinion on some of the matters I believe amateur (and elite) athletes and performers face on a regular basis. Instagram: @emiliathompsonphd

Paralympic Royalty - Baroness Grey-Thompson 12.08.2022 31:09

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by quite simply one Great Britain’s greatest ever athletes and Oaralympic Royalty, Baroness Grey-Thompson. Tanni discusses her childhood and the journey to becoming a serial winner.

Sugar Neekz Johnson 22.07.2022 30:16

Send us Fan Mail Current IBF Super Bantamweight World Champion, Sugar Neekz Johnson joins me to discuss her journey to the top. Find Sugar on Instagram - @sugar_neekz

Kate Zachary - Exeter Chiefs and USA Rugby player 08.07.2022 1:02:21

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Exeter Chiefs and USA Eagles Rugby player - Kate Zackary. Kate takes us through her journey from Kansas to England and all that's in between. Keep up to date with Kate on Instagram @Kate_zack

Random questions w/ Harlem Globetrotters 24.06.2022 9:41

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Mighty, Zeus, Diesel and Sky, all members of the World Famous, Harlem Globe Trotters

Mia Mighty Hopkins - Harlem Globetrotter 17.06.2022 1:15:53

Send us Fan Mail I am Joined by Mia "Mighty" Hopkins, #6 for the world famous Harlem Globetrotters. Learn Mia's story from childhood basketball to representing one of the most iconic teams in sport.

Simply the Zest, multiple world record holder - Sally Orange 20.05.2022 48:50

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by the zesty Sally Orange, a multiple world record holder, mental health advocate, endurance athlete and National Ambassador for the Army Cadets. Find Sally on Instagram: @sally0range

The Kyndra Crump Show 08.05.2022 38:36

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Kendra Crump, a young lady with the world at her feet and someone who is determined to manifest her own future. Check out Kyndra on Instagram: @thekyndracrumpshow

GB Bobsleigh - Nikki McSweeney 22.04.2022 44:18

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by GB Bobsleigh Pilot, Nikki McSweeney. Nikki tells us about all sports she excelled in before finally pursuing bobsled. Follow Nikki: Instagram - @nikkimc17

The return of Shanwayne 08.04.2022 45:53

Send us Fan Mail Shanwayne Stephens OLY returns to take us through his Olympic journey. Shanwayne and the team caused a global frenzy when they qualified for the 4 man bobsled for the first time in 24 years.

Carly Woodhouse - The Geordie at Brit School 25.03.2022 1:02:45

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by ever so talented Carly Woodhouse to discuss her journey from the greatest City in the world to one of the biggest showbiz Cities in the world.

Jamie Lee Rattray - World & Olympic Champ 11.03.2022 45:50

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Jamie Lee Rattray, fresh off the plane from Beijing with her Gold Medal in hand. Jamie takes us through her journey from a 4 year old skating with her Dad to becoming World and Olympic Ice Hockey champion. Follow Jamie on Instagram: @ratt26

Pro Paraglider, Michael Sigel 18.02.2022 31:24

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Pro Paragliding Pilot and World Champion, Michael Sigel. Michael was paragliding before he could talk, so it comes as no surprise he's one of the best pilots in the world.

Andrea Ross - Stunt Performer 14.01.2022 1:00:03

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Stunt Performer Andrea Ross. Andrea shares her journey from professional athlete to performing stunts on some televisions biggest shows. Keep up to date with Andrea here: Instagram: @andrea.m.ross YouTube: YouTube.be/cxAhaWeURhs IMDb: Andrea Ross

Stephen "Mr Paralympics" Miller MBE 07.01.2022 59:13

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Stephen Miller MBE, multiple Paralympic, World and European Champion. Stephen discusses his journey through his school years to representing Great Britain at 6 Paralympic Games. Follow Stephen on Instagram and find out what he's up to with his organisation: Instagram: @hailfabio1 www.stephenjamesmiller.co.uk www.smilethroughsport.com

Katie Nageotte - Returns as Olympic Champion 31.12.2021 40:29

Send us Fan Mail Katie Nageotte returns to the pod one year on. Katie was a lady on a mission at the beginning of 2021, hoping to realise her dream by becoming Olympic Champion. Katie is back to share her experience of the games and what the future holds in store. Find Katie on Instagram: @ktnago13