Paths We Take

This week I sit down with the founder of GC Social Tri Club and Enduro Strength Performance, who went from an AFL background and PE teaching to building one of the Gold Coast's fastest growing triathlon communities from scratch. We talk about the early days of just two or three people showing up to a Wednesday night swim session, the decision to keep it free while building a coaching business...

This week is the final solo episode before Jordan gets back in the studio. He was faced with some very scary news earlier last weeks, causing him to pull out of the marathon he has been working towards day and night the last 6 months. He also shares some insights on dating

I received an email from an overseas friend where she wanted to share with me that she has been writing lately and can't seem to stop. She has recently been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and wants to share 10 things with you listening. These are 10 things she wants to share with her younger self. I am so incredibly touched and honoured to be sharing this.

This week Jordan sits down, and shares some deep insights LOL. He chats traithlon, his recent heart scare, whether we need electrolytes, his marathon prep, business and much more

This week Jordan sits down with power couple Tones and Nat for a deep dive into one of the most action-packed seasons we've heard on the show. Fresh off completing his second Ultra Man in Nusa a three-day, 10K open water swim, 420K of cycling, and a double marathon — Tones and Nat share what it actually takes behind the scenes: eight months of 20+ hour training weeks, precision nutrition manag...

Your nervous system might be the reason you're not where you want to be. In this episode, Jordan sits down with nervous system coach and mindset expert Briana Bowley for a raw, eye-opening conversation about the invisible forces that shape our lives and what we can actually do about them. Briana opens up about being heavily bullied in primary school, finding her way through competitive bodybui...

Blake is a strength and conditioning coach, sport scientist for Adelaide United FC, and someone who quietly spent eight years grinding toward a goal most people would have abandoned long before the finish line. In this episode, Jordan and Blake go deep on what it actually takes to chase a long-term dream 196 job applications, missed birthdays, years of three-to-five hours of sleep, and a "nex...

In this deeply personal and emotional episode of the Paths We Take podcast, I sit down with Jessie as she shares the powerful story behind her upcoming Noosa Marathon. After losing two family members to mental health struggles and suicide, Jessie made the decision to take on her first marathon not for a finish time, but to turn grief into purpose and raise awareness around mental health. \Trigger...

In this episode of The Paths We Take, I sit down with South Australian runner Fraser Darcy to explore the mindset, training, and philosophy behind elite-level running. From trail ultras and mountain running championships to marathon preparation and 180km training weeks, Fraser shares the journey that took him from recreational running and climbing to competing on the world stage. We dive into: How...

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The Truth About Peptides, IV Therapy & Biohacking (What Doctors Aren’t Saying). In this episode of The Paths We Take, we sit down with Amy Thomas, founder of Hydralyfe Australia, to explore the rapidly growing world of biohacking, peptides, IV therapy, and longevity medicine. We dive into the shift happening in Australia as more people move toward preventative, data-driven, and personalised he...

From law and finance to building a global fitness brand TWL, this episode breaks down what it really takes to change direction and start something from scratch. Andy shares his journey from corporate life and chasing a Wall Street career to launching a side hustle that grew into a business. What started with a simple problem in a CrossFit gym turned into a 13-year journey driven by action, communi...

In today's solo episode Jordan shares a path from his past. He gets into his experience in high school, why he thinks he try's to stay hidden and speaks to someone who believed in him even when he did not believe in himself. If you want to check out The Courage To be Seen Journal you can here https://www.amazon.com.au/courage-seen-JOURNAL-UNDERSTANDING-REWRITE/dp/1764088700

In this weeks solo episode Jordan shares some thoughts that came up during his last Sunday Long Run. This is episode is about finding your purpose in running. Running is so much more than your time, speed or how far you can run. If thats all it is for you then you may need to do some thinking. Follow our Instagram @pathswetakepodcast to stay updated!

In this episode, I’m joined by Charlotte a coach at Platfrm and a dietetics student for a real and honest conversation about growth, change, and figuring things out as you go. We dive into what it actually looks like to move through different phases of life and why it’s okay to shift direction when something no longer aligns with who you are. Charlotte shares her experience navigating major life c...

From chasing Olympic dreams to redefining what running means, this episode with Max Stevens dives deep into the reality of life as an elite athlete and what comes after. Max shares his journey from accidentally finding running as a kid to becoming a national champion in the steeplechase, representing Australia, and pushing toward the Olympic stage. We unpack the mindset shifts that separate compet...

What happens when you’re told at a young age that you may never walk or play sport again? In this episode of The Paths We Take , I sit down with triathlete Jed Radbone to talk about the journey that took him from a life-changing childhood accident to standing on the top step of the podium at an Ironman 70.3 . Jed shares how sport became a driving force in his life, the mindset that pushed him thro...

Running can look intimidating from the outside. Social media is filled with marathon finish lines, ultra races, and elite athletes chasing faster times. But the truth is simple: running and endurance sport are for everyone. In this episode, we share seven powerful lessons from runners, athletes, and real experiences that reveal what endurance sport is truly about. From mindset and preparation, to...

In this episode, I sit down with remedial massage therapist and co-owner of Form First Studio , Ben Lewis , to talk about the moments that shaped his life, career, and outlook on success. We dive into the pivotal experience that shifted his perspective forever, how that led him into the fitness and allied health world, and what it’s really like building a gym and business from the ground up. Ben s...

In this episode of The Paths We Take, I sit down with professional triathlete and entrepreneur Steve McKenna to talk about what it really takes to chase greatness in endurance sport and the hidden costs that come with it. Steve opens up about the sacrifices behind a professional career, the pressure of balancing family, relationships, and performance, and why true “life balance” often disappears w...

In this episode of Paths We Take , we sit down with Emma Knolder , IFBB Pro, lifestyle & bodybuilding coach, and former police officer, to discuss her incredible journey from law enforcement to professional fitness. Emma shares: How she realized her side passion could become a career The importance of community in what’s often seen as an individual sport Secrets to stage confidence, visualizat...

In this deeply honest episode of The Paths We Take , Jordan sits down with Brady, a senior trainer at Platfrm, for a conversation about what happens when life dismantles the identity you thought you had built. From chasing opportunities across Sweden, Japan, and Australia, to navigating depression, addiction, career loss, and the breakdown of a marriage, Brady shares the raw realities behind rebui...

In this episode of Paths We Take, host Jordan Disanjh sits down with the Modeo Bros, Riley Glynn and Liam Beckman 2025 Movember ambassadors using extreme endurance challenges to start real conversations around men’s mental health. From 100km runs and the Goggins Challenge to community-led events and speaking nights, the Modeo Bros share how pushing their bodies has helped break stigma, build broth...

What if the reason you’re stuck, anxious, or burnt out has nothing to do with motivation… and everything to do with your nervous system? In this episode, Jordan Disanjh is joined by breathwork and nervous system specialist Luke Koek to explore how breathwork retrains your body, heals anxiety, improves performance, and creates deep emotional safety. From high performers to anyone feeling overwhelme...

In this powerful episode of The Paths We Take , host Jordan Disanjh sits down with Suzanne to unpack what really happens to a woman’s body, mind, and identity during menopause. This isn’t a conversation about “fixing” yourself. It’s about understanding your body, rebuilding trust, and learning how to work with it instead of constantly fighting against it. So many women reach a point where what onc...