M26 FIT Podcast

What if the future of health isn’t in the hands of doctors, hospitals or governments… but in yours? In this powerful conversation, Magnus Olson and Don Sanka sit down with Dr Vu Tran and Gopi Sara to explore the future of healthcare, longevity, prevention, AI, full-body MRI scans, blood testing, addiction, lifestyle habits and personal responsibility. We discuss: • Why healthcare is built to treat...

In this powerful conversation, former soldier, pastor, and founder of The Battle Initiative, Andrew Hovenden shares his extraordinary journey through trauma, identity loss, mental health struggles, and ultimately, transformation through faith. From operating in high pressure environments where strength was expected and vulnerability was hidden, Andrew found himself confronting his own internal bat...

What if the secret to high performance isn't pushing harder? In this conversation, Magnus Olson and Alex explore a different perspective on performance, purpose, health and authenticity. Many people spend their lives chasing success, achievement and productivity, only to find themselves exhausted, disconnected and burnt out. The reality is that sustainable performance isn't about doing m...

Nothing was enough. Not the deep sea. Not Saudi Arabia. Not the addiction. Not the depression. Not the moments that nearly broke him completely. Scott Soutter grew up hard in Mount Isa. Failed Year 10 three times. Dyslexic. Worked the toughest jobs on earth — boilermaker, commercial diver, deep sea salvage. Lived and worked in Saudi Arabia. Battled addiction and depression in the shadows where nob...

There’s a version of every man that gets built through comfort… and then there’s the version forged through pain. In this episode of the M26 Fit Podcast, Magnus sits down with Lex Riley, known as the Australian Viking, a former soldier who didn’t just face external battles… but internal ones that nearly broke him. Alcohol. Depression. PTSD. Loss of identity. What followed wasn’t a typical recovery...

Being born into success doesn’t guarantee anything. In fact, sometimes it means the opposite. In this episode of the M26 Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with Jack Hutchinson, fifth generation of Hutchies, Australia’s largest privately owned construction company, founded in 1912. But this isn’t just about business. It’s about pressure. Expectations. And the reality of having to earn your place...

War changes a man. But what happens when the war follows you home? In this powerful episode of the M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with Pete O’Hanlon, known to many as “Big Pete Irish,” a former Australian infantry soldier who spent 11 years in the military and completed three tours in East Timor. Pete has lived through experiences most people will never truly understand. The brotherhood of...

In this episode of the M26FIT Podcast we explore a powerful idea that is often overlooked in the world of health, performance and longevity. Your relationships. Most people understand the habits required to build a strong body. We train, focus on nutrition, prioritise sleep and invest time into improving our physical health. But very few people stop to consider how deeply the quality of their rela...

What happens when the role that defined you disappears? For years, Shaun Barry lived inside structure, discipline and high-risk environments. Combat engineer. Platoon commander. Explosives expert. The uniform gave clarity. The mission gave purpose. But when that chapter ended, something far harder began. Who are you when the identity you built your life around is no longer there? In this episode,...

This man who has lived at both extremes of human experience, elite combat and deep spiritual discipline. Paul Cale is a former Australian Special Forces commando, a black belt across eight martial arts, and the architect of the Australian Army’s modern combatives system. He completed five combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, served as a team leader in Australia’s elite counter-terror unit, and ha...

In this powerful and confronting conversation, I sit down with Brenden Wilkins, former footy player, strength coach, gym owner, and founder of Teens Take Control, one of the Sunshine Coast’s most impactful youth programs. Brenden grew up in western Sydney, surrounded by sport, pressure, and a social circle that pulled him dangerously close to a criminal underworld. Some of his mates went to jail....

When Life Looks Good but Feels Wrong Alex Terrey & Magnus Olson explore Identity, Purpose, Wellness & Authentic Living Life can look great on the outside, success, achievement, relationships, status, but still feel off. In this deeply honest conversation, Alex Terrey joins Magnus Olsson to explore what happens when what should feel right… doesn’t. We talk about: 🌿 Why life can feel discon...

I’ve interviewed World Champions, Olympians, Elite Fighters, Entrepreneurs, and Leaders from all walks of life. But Michael Crossland isn’t just another guest. He’s a miracle. A man who was never meant to survive. A man who has endured pain most people couldn’t comprehend. A man who took suffering and turned it into service. When Michael invited me into his home, into his world, I knew this wasn’t...

In this episode of the M26FIT Podcast, host Magnus Olson sits down with Tim Webb, a former Special Forces Commando and SASR operator, a man who has spent years operating in environments where pressure is relentless, decisions are immediate, and the consequences are real. Tim’s story is not told through war stories or bravado. It’s told through experience, responsibility, and the quiet discipline f...

Step inside the mind of five-time marathon champion Pat Carroll OAM, as he joins Magnus Olson for a powerful and inspiring conversation on the M26 Fit podcast.  Pat unpacks his unexpected entry into distance running, the mindset that fuelled his sub-2:10 marathon success, and the lessons learnt from decades of elite competition.  Now a pioneering running coach, he shares practical wisdom on consis...

This is the story of a man who went from a refugee camp in Africa to building one of Queensland’s most community-driven fitness cultures, Kay Nyenuh’s had a dream and through sheer grit, discipline, faith and relentless belief proving what’s possible when you combine that vision with work hard. In this episode of the M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down inside one of his Muscle Garden gyms to go...

Recorded mid-air in the world’s first helicopter podcast, this M26 Fit episode takes you above the clouds with high-altitude mountaineer Oliver Foran. From scaling some of the world’s tallest peaks to battling depression and loss, Oliver’s story is one of raw resilience and purpose. He opens up about his upcoming Sea to Summit world-record attempt, what drives him to keep climbing, and how he’s us...

10 Meters, One Chance -  Inside The Mind of a Champion with Cassiel Rousseau & Duncan Armstrong In Episode #70 M26FIT Host Magnus Olson is joined by Olympic legend Duncan Armstrong as co-host, bringing another level of insight and perspective to an already powerful conversation. Their guest is one of Australia’s brightest rising stars, Cassiel ‘Cassie’ Rousseau, Olympic finalist, Commonwealth...

He’s been a soldier, a paramedic on the frontlines, a firefighter, and a mines-rescue specialist. Ray Carson has walked through war zones, led missions in some of the most dangerous places on earth, and stared down life-and-death moments most of us can’t imagine. Today, he’s the founder of Xperiences, one of Australia’s leading adventure and team-building facilities on the Sunshine Coast. His miss...

Fame - Drugs and a Comeback Built on Faith | Duncan Armstrong In this powerful conversation Magnus Olson had the honour to sit down with one of Australia’s most iconic athletes, Duncan Armstrong, Olympic Champion, World Record Breaker, and National Hero. But this goes way beyond just the story of gold medals and glory. After reaching the pinnacle of sport in Seoul, Duncan was thrust into instant f...

Former Australian Federal Police officer Gary Fahey lived a life most could only imagine. From serving as the personal bodyguard to Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, to leading elite Australian Federal Police operations, Gary was on top of the world.  Yet behind the scenes, he was battling a darkness that almost destroyed him, depression, a secret gambling addiction that spiralled into millions lost, and...

Ben Cross is a man who has lived the highs and lows of elite sport, from State of Origin battles to the brutal grind of the NRL and English Super League. Known as “The Boss” for his fearless, no-nonsense style, Ben carved out a career built on toughness, discipline, and relentless work ethic. But this conversation goes far beyond tackles and tries. We dive deep into resilience, leadership, and the...

In this episode we focus on high-performance functional health, biohacking, with the founder of Evolved Health Richard Game to uncover what it really takes to live longer, move better, and feel unstoppable. Magnus Olson and Richard discuss his work building cutting-edge wellness programs inside elite health clubs like TotalFusion Platinum to now leading his own optimization company where he blends...

From Olympic Silver in 2000 to Cirque du Soleil, and from personal hardship to powerful advocacy, Ji Wallace’s story is one of gravity-defying resilience. In this exclusive interview, Magnus Olson sits down with Ji who opens up about the highs and lows of his journey. From jumping on trampolines as a kid in Logan to becoming Australia’s first Olympic gymnastics medallist, Ji takes us through his t...

On Episode #63 of the M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with a man who lives and breathes performance, in both body and soul. Andrew Szumowski is a triathlete, musician, and everyday warrior who proves that age is no barrier to passion, purpose, and progress. From performing live on stage to pushing through the pain of endurance races, Andrew shares his unique journey of discipline, creativit...