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Following his recent diagnoses of Type 1 Diabetes, Bailey joins me to share his journey thus far. From the day his world fell apart, to returning to cycling, and everything in between. Enjoy this raw and honest episode! 

Along with some new segments in this weeks episode, I finally release my race calendar for the start of the year. Truthfully, there are still a few TBC due to logistics, but it gives a nice overview of the racing ahead. Thank you for being a part of my journey!

This week we catch up on everything that has been happening since my last recording. It is great to be back behind the microphone! See you again next week. 

Well, what a year! It has been such a great success in so many aspects. I touch on my plans for the festive season, before answering the questions that you want answered.  Thank you for joining me on my journey.    Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 

From racing off the front, to a memorable sprint finish, New Zealand really had it all! A fantastic day resulting in a third place finish to close out racing for 2023. With just 51 seconds seperating the top three, it sure was a race to remember.  What a location for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships next year! I cannot wait.  3rd | 3:45:21 

I gear up for Taupo IRONMAN 70.3, my final race of the season. While my body has been a little bit up and down since Challenge Canberra, I am looking forward to closing out the year in style.  I also share some insights into my Spotify wrapped for podcasters, and personally.  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

Silver at the inaugural Challenge Canberra, how good! An epic day battling with the best, made truly special through the support of family and friends. Such a performance boosted my PTO world ranking to 77, and I am stoked.  Unfortunately I had some microphone issues late in the recording, but the show must go on! Please do enjoy.  2nd | 3:56:04 

I touch on my recent victory at Robina QTS, and also provide an update on other topics. But ultimately, this week is all about Challenge Canberra. A special race surrounded by so many friends and family. I cannot wait!  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

A talented Australian rules footballer, who has since turned his attention to triathlon, progressing from amateur to professional in a short space of time.  All the while, studying a law degree, which has now become full time work.  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

This week I share some specific detail and data behind my training. I recovered from my most recent event, all while preparing for my next.. an interesting combo! There are many moving pieces, but I would not have it any other way.  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

Behind every athlete, is a story. Often untold, but full of highs, lows and everything in between. Today Ryan shares insights into his career surrounding the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, before shedding light on his cycling apparel passion project, Salire. Ryan has now coached me for the past 12 months, and it has been an absolute pleasure getting to know him!

Following my fifth place at the 40th Anniversary of the Noosa Triathlon, I share the insights behind my performance on a day where the course record was shattered. Although initially dissapointed, I was able to regain to perspective knowing that I finished behind a blend of Olympic and Commonwealth Games medallists.  5th | 1:47:17

Back behind the microphone to catch up on the last couple of weeks! An unexpected hiatus, but as I always say... progress not perfection. Our house move is final, the University trimester has concluded, and I have some excited things in the works.  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

Fresh of my third place finish in Langkawi, at the Asia-Pacific IRONMAN 70.3 Championships, I discuss all the details behind my performance. From a sever jelly finish sting, to a career best finish, Asia really had it all! Furthermore, a PTO score of 80.38, and a qualification for the 2024 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships.  As I say many times throughout, it was absolutely fantastic... 3rd | 3:53:...

Among a hectic week, I prepare for Langkawi Asia-Pacific IRONMAN 70.3 Championships. I also recently celebrated NEW BIKE DAY! Enjoy this brief week in review.  See you next week!

Ellie shares all the details surrounding her recent bike accident at U23 World Triathlon Championships. From foreign hospitals, to uncertain circumstances, it was a truly daunting experience. We also discuss her race preparation, and much more. As the details have me squirm in my chair, I sometimes find myself lost for words... but enjoy this raw and honest episode. See you next week!

While Ellie is on her way home from a nasty bike accident during the U23 World Triathlon Championships, I sit down and chat through my week(s) in review. A recent win at Raby Bay QTS, and some great training too. I also had the chance to catch up with an old mate, while Nic was in the wrong place at the wrong time...  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

The 2023 Hampden Football Netball League Maskell Medallist joins me to discuss what it means to become one of the youngest players to earn the award. He then takes us back through his football career thus far, even providing insight into his AFL draft experience. We wish Hamish all the best in the coming seasons. See you next week!

This week I am joined by two young sporting talents, Mia and Mack Mills, who also happen to be my younger cousins.  Mia, successful at both basketball and netball, and Mack, successful at both football and cricket. They take us behind the scenes, providing insight into their sporting and personal life.  Considering they are just 15 and 17 years old, they have the entire world at their feat. We are...

Join me as I unpack my performance at Sunshine Coast IRONMAN 70.3 over the weekend. I talk about the final days of preparation, the race itself, my post race feelings, and much more. No excuses, just an honest analysis.  Thank you to everyone for the support. I intended to land myself on the podium, but instead landed myself in the medical tent. What a sport... I will be back!  6th | 3:45:49

This week we take a look into my training, taper, timeline, equipment and fuelling ahead of Sunshine Coast IRONMAN 70.3 this weekend. I also finally realease the details of the Unofficial Sunshine Coast IRONMAN 70.3 Press Conference, which will be hosted by Jarrod Osborne and myself this Friday night at 5pm via Instagram / Facebook live. More details to come... Ahh there is so much to look forward...

After finding his niche in long course triathlon, there was no looking back. Not only did Nic win his first ever IRONMAN 70.3, he has since claimed an array of podium results, and most recently been crowned the Australian Long Course Triathlon Champion. During this episode Nic also takes us back the beginning, where his musical talent outweighed his endurance ability.  Nic and I have now been trai...

Between finalising university assignments and spending time with family and friends,  I continue my race specific preparation for Sunshine Coast IRONMAN 70.3. Ellie is officially selected for U23 World Triathlon Championships, and briefly joins us to share her upcoming movements. We wish her all the best come Septmeber 24!  Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week! 

Wether it be racing on the cobbles in Belgium or training on the mountains in Andorra, Bailey shares all the highs, lows, and learnings from his time abroad. With a stint in hospital, a coffee with Allan Peiper, and everything in between, there is far too much to summarise in the description... so do yourself a favour and press play. Happy listening!   Thank you for joining me on my journey.     S...

My Dad celebrates his birthday in Europe, Bailey returns from Europe and Ellie prepapres to depart for her second Europe campaign. But it is not all about Europe... I spend time with many friends, binge watch TIU Impractical Jokers, complete university assignments, and ride the rollercoaster of training and racing! Thank you for joining me on my journey.     See you next week!