Paths We Take

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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...

In this solo episode of the Transparently Jordan Podcast , host Jordan Disanjh challenges the idea that growth has to wait for January 1. Instead of relying on New Year’s resolutions that statistically fail, Jordan breaks down why meaningful change can and should start any time of the year . Using real statistics from Australia, psychology-backed research, and personal experiences as a physiothera...

Big changes are a part of every journey and after nearly 6 years, Paths We Take is stepping into its next chapter. This feels like the most natural evolution for the podcast — a reflection of growth, curiosity, and the desire to explore what it means to become our best selves. Over the coming weeks, you’ll start to see the full change unfold. Don’t worry every precious episode from the past 6 year...

What does it really take to turn an idea into a thriving business and keep going when nothing works for years? In this episode of The Transparently Jordan Podcast, Jordan sits down once again with Aussie Edwards, content creator, member of Be The One, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Studio One, now one of Adelaide’s largest and most sought-after content studios. Two years after his last appearance...

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In Episode 84 of the Transparently Jordan Podcast, Jordan sits down with business and marketing coach Ruby Fagen-Schmidt for an honest, no-fluff conversation about entrepreneurship, personal branding, Instagram marketing, and what it really takes to build a sustainable online business. Ruby shares her journey from early entrepreneurship and fitness coaching to becoming a trusted voice in the busin...

Welcome back to the Transparently Jordan Podcast with host Jordan Disanjh. In this episode, Jordan sits down with Matt McQuade — leader, community-builder, and co-founder of the powerful movement known as The Belief Project. Matt opens up about his personal journey: from childhood influences to navigating self-belief, discovering running, and eventually helping create a space that encourages peopl...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Steve Smallcalder as he shares his personal journey with alcohol with honesty and courage. Steve opens up about the moments that shaped him, the challenges he faced, and the steps he took to rebuild his life. We explore: • The point where he knew something had to change • The emotional and mental realities behind addiction • How he worked to restore trust in...

In today’s episode of Transparently Jordan, I sit down with personal trainer and bodybuilder Connor for one of the most honest, vulnerable, and powerful conversations we’ve had on the show. Connor opens up about his lived experience with mental health, including some extremely dark periods in his life, and how discovering the gym became his emotional anchor and the space where he rebuilt his self-...

In this episode, I open up about the emotional crash that hit me after completing the Melbourne 70.3 Half Ironman. After months of training 12–15 hours a week, I expected to feel proud, fulfilled, and fired up. Instead, the moment I got home after the race, I felt flat… even depressed. This feeling is far more common in endurance sports than people realise. Today, I’m breaking down why post-race b...