Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast

The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast

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The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast dives into the stories of athletes who have overcome incredible challenges to achieve greatness. Hosted by Jeff Heggie and Tami Matheny, co-authors of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, this podcast explores the mindset, resilience, and strategies that lead to success both on and off the field. Discover powerful lessons and actionable insights to elevate your own game. Get a free copy of the book at www. JeffHeggie.com/freebookGet all of the resources from the book at www. ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/ChallengerDeep

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Jan 5, 2026

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Christie Nasypany-Cicero: Showing Up When Everything Falls Apart | Challenger Deep Podcast 05.01.2026

https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/christie-nasypany-cicero Former Division I hockey player and coach  Christie Nasypany-Cicero  shares her most vulnerable story for the first time—a journey through anxiety, identity loss, and the unexpected breakdown that forced her to rebuild her life from the ground up. In this episode, Christie reveals what it truly means to “show up” during adversity, how athle...

018: Confidence, Horses, and True Winning: Lessons with Wendy Winn 08.09.2025

https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/wendy-winn Confidence, Horses, and True Winning: Lessons with Wendy Winn | Daily Success Strategies Podcast🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Wendy Winn, an accomplished horsewoman, entrepreneur, and coach who has dedicated her life to helping riders and leaders build unshakable confidence, strengthen their mindset, and discover what true winning really means. Wen...

017: Dave Christensen | Your 4th Down – Why You Need to Go For It | Challenger Deep Podcast 25.08.2025

www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/dave-christensen Discover the powerful lessons of resilience, leadership, and mental toughness with veteran football coach  Dave Christensen  in this episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity . Dave, author of  Your 4th Down – Why You Need to Go For It , shares insights from decades on the sidelines and explains why life’s toughest challenges are opport...

016: Rebuilding Mind and Body After Injury | A Story of Endurance, Purpose & Family 11.08.2025

Endurance. Purpose. Rebuild. When a devastating ACL injury ended his athletic career, Danjee Moser was forced to confront a painful question:  Who am I without my sport? In this episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , Danjee shares his raw and powerful journey of rebuilding both his  mind and body —and how a soul-searching hike through the  Grand Canyon  became the unexpecte...

015: Chad Busick: Build a Championship Mindset | Identity, Mental Toughness & Athlete Success 28.07.2025

Full Blog & Resources :  https://www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chad-busick In this episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , we sit down with  Chad Busick , founder of Championship Mindset, to explore how elite athletes and coaches can develop unshakable mental toughness, build a strong identity, and thrive under pressure. Chad shares practical strategies and powerful stories...

014: Olympic Coach Shawnee Harle on Mental Toughness, Athelte M 14.07.2025

🔗  Full Blog Post : ⁠www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/shawnee-harle⁠ In this powerful episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity we sit down with  Shawnee Harle —a two-time Olympian, former Assistant Coach for Canada Basketball, and now a sought-after  mental toughness coach  helping athletes and high performers overcome adversity and unlock their full potential. From the Olympic sidel...

013: Caroline Tripp | How a Basketball Player Became a Confident Athlete by Overcoming Adversity 30.06.2025

Read the full blog post here:  https://www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/caroline-tripp Ready to become a more confident athlete? Join the 4 Week Win Challenge:  https://www. JeffHeggie.com/win Listeners of this podcast get  25% off  high-quality dōTERRA products and supplements:  https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25 In this episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , we si...

012: Mastering the Mental Game: Dora Kurimay on Confidence, Performance, and Inner Strength 16.06.2025

http://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/dora-kurimay Unlock the secrets of mental toughness and peak performance with sports psychology expert Dora Kurimay. In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Dora shares how athletes and high achievers can build true confidence, handle pressure, and develop unshakable mental resilience. Drawing from her experience as a former eli...

011: The Crash of the Rhinos: How Byrnes Softball Rose from Adversity to State Champions 02.06.2025

www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/byrnessoftballListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25 Get your Confident Athlete Program and This Is Good merchandise at www. ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/store What happens when a high-pressure team embraces joy, unity, and mental toughness? In this pow...

010: Beating Cancer, Building Champions: Madelyn Wilson’s Unstoppable Volleyball Journey 05.05.2025

What happens when a dream collides with a diagnosis? In this unforgettable episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , D1 volleyball player  Madeline “Mad” Wilson  shares how she beat  stage 4 cancer—twice —and still fought her way back to the court, helping her underdog team win back-to-back conference championships at Wofford College. Mad gets raw about mental health, toxic po...

009: 25 Rejections to Head Coach: Coach Armando Jacinto’s Journey of Grit, Growth & Mentorship 21.04.2025

www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbaker Listeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25 What does it take to rise above stereotypes, adversity, and 25 job rejections? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Coach Armando Jacinto shares his incredible jo...

008: The Path For Coaches - How Mentors Shape Champions with Chip Baker and George Lee 21.04.2025

www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbakerListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25 Join us for a deeply inspiring conversation on Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity with bestselling author and educator Chip Baker and co-author George Lee as they unveil their new book, The...

007: The Athlete's Edge: Sherry Winn's Secrets to Mental Strength & Peak Performance 07.04.2025

https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/sherrywinn Listeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25 🔥 How Champions Think: Sherry Winn on Mental Toughness, Overcoming Adversity & Peak Performance 🔥What separates elite athletes from the rest? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: At...

006: Navigating the Intersection of Athletics, Mental Health, and Mentorship | Pat O'Malley 24.03.2025

In this compelling episode of  The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast , we sit down with Pat O'Malley—a former collegiate baseball player and coach, now a Team Captain at NCSA College Recruiting and co-host of the  Keep Going Podcast , which focuses on mental health from an athlete's perspective. ​ Pat shares his journey from the baseball diamond to becoming a mentor...

005: Overcoming Injuries, Faith & Mental Toughness: Daniel Dickerson’s Inspiring Comeback Story 10.03.2025

📢  Read the full blog post here:   https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/danieldickerson 🚀  Episode Sponsor:  This episode is brought to you by dōTERRA. Get the world’s top essential oils, supplements, and wellness products for  25% off at:  https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra . 🔥  How do athletes rise above adversity?  In this episode of  The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adver...

004: Overcoming Obstacles with Strength and Determination | Caity Patterson 24.02.2025

www. JeffHeggie.com/blogs/CaityPatterson Episode Sponsor: Claim your 25% discount on dōTERRA products and supplements at www. ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/doterra In this episode of  The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast , hosts  Jeff Heggie  and  Tami Matheny sit down with  Caity Patterson , an athlete who has turned obstacles into opportunities. Caity shares her inspiring j...

003: Lessons in Leadership & Overcoming Adversity | Heather Gage 10.02.2025

https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/heathergage Optimized Podcast Description for Spotify & Apple Podcasts 🎙  Overcoming Adversity & Winning in Life with Heather Gage  🎙 What does it take to  push past limits, overcome obstacles, and build a winning mindset?  In this powerful episode of The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast,  Heather Gage  shares her incredible journey...

002: The Mindset of a World Champion - Josh Frost 27.01.2025

https://www.jeffheggie.com/blogs/joshfrost In this episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , hosts Jeff Heggie and Tami Matheny sit down with 2024 World Champion Bull Rider Josh Frost to explore his journey of grit, resilience, and unwavering determination. From finishing as the runner-up three years in a row to overcoming injuries and mental hurdles, Josh shares how he stayed...

001: Setting Big Goals and Crushing Them: Tanner McLachlan’s Path to the NFL 13.01.2025

Fuel your health and recovery like a pro! This episode is brought to you by doTERRA, the world leader in essential oils and wellness products. As a valued listener, you get an exclusive 25% off—visit  www. ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/doterra  and start your journey to peak performance today! In this inspiring episode of  Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity , hosts Jeff Heggie and Tami...

000: Introduction to Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast 10.01.2025

Episode Sponsor: Get 25% Off Your dōTERRA Products at: www. ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/doterra Welcome to the Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast! In this inaugural episode, hosts Jeff Heggie and Tami Matheny introduce you to the powerful stories of athletes who’ve faced life’s toughest challenges and emerged stronger than ever. Inspired by their co-authored book,  Challenger...

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