Hobby of a Lifestyle
I talk with athletes, coaches, entertainers and more to discuss how their hobbies have impacted life choices and career decisions. I explore how and when guests first found a passion for the Hobby they love and how they forged a career from it.
Episodes
128 episodes
Heather Fell - Pentathlon
I am joined by former Pentathlon athlete and Olympic Silver Medallist, Heather Fell.
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Season 1
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Episode 127
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40:34
Lexi Chambers - Endurance Athlete
I am joined by Lexi Chambers - Endurance athlete and multiple world record holder.Lexi has an inspiring story and one that has only just begun.
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Season 1
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Episode 126
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37:47
Aleksandr Sorokin - Ultra Runner - World Records holder
Aleksandr Soroking, Ultra Marathon runner and multiple World Record holder joins the pod to share some of his journey to Ultra domination.
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Season 1
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Episode 125
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13:49
Return of Amy Truesdale - Paralympic Champion
Amy Truesdale returns 3 years on as Para Taekwondo Paralympic Champion. Amy shares her journey from 2021 Paralympic Bronze and shares her dreams moving forward.
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Season 1
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Episode 124
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20:42
Porter Ballard - Jump Rope World Champion
Porter Ballard joins the pod to share his HOAL story. Learn how Porter's older brother inspired him to take up Jump Rope and how it led to him competing and teaching around the world.Instagram: @porterballardwww.hungarianjumpr...
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Season 1
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Episode 123
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38:39
Grace Dafoe - Skeleton athlete
I am joined by Candian National Skeleton athlete, Grace Dafoe. Grace takes us from her days as a competitive figure skater through to representing her country as a skeleton athlete.Find Grace here:Instagram: @GraceDafo...
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Season 1
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Episode 122
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1:04:16
Mark Dowdle - Ultra Running
Mark Dowdle joins the pod to share his "HOAL" story. We find out his WHY to starting running and just where his journey has led him to.
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Season 1
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Episode 121
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45:47
Harley Cooper - Young Man, Big Ambition
Harley Cooper approached me after a talk I delivered to a local College. This young man put himself out there, give a brief insight to his journey, and well, who am I to not give Harley the opportunity to share his HOAL story.
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Season 1
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Episode 120
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38:02
Corey Bellemore - Beer Mile World Record Holder
I am joined by the King of the Beer Mile, Corey Bellemore.
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Season 1
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Episode 119
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38:02
Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw
I am joined by Pro MMA and Bare Knuckle Fighter, Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw.
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Season 1
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Episode 118
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38:02
Mette Bjerknes - Powerboat Pilot
Mette Bjerknes joins the pod to share her HOAL story.Mette is 1 of only 2 females to race in the F2 Powerboat World Championships. Discover how she found the sport and why she waited until her late teens to pursue her passion for such...
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Season 1
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Episode 117
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36:51
Noah Cutter - Bare Knuckle
I am joined by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fighter, Noah Cutter. Learn about Noah's journey to the BKFC and find just who he has on his radar this year.Instagram - @noahscutter
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Season 1
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Episode 116
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1:23:11
Robyn Lock - Welsh International Rugby
I am joined by Robyn Lock as she shares her HOAL story and the trials and tribulations she faced pursuing her goal of becoming an international Rugby player.
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Season 1
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Episode 115
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43:26
Nicholas Daines - Stunt Coordinator & TV Presenter
Nicholas joins the pod to share his HOAL story of becoming a successful Stunt Coordinator, working on some of Hollywoods biggest movies and transitioning into TV presenting.
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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1:06:19
Kristina 'The Krystal" Tkach - 9 Ball Pool
Kristina Teach joins the pod to share her HOAL story to World Junior Champion and most recently her Bronze medal in the Adult World Championships.Find Kristina on Instagram - @thekristinatkach
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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37:03
Coach Kav
Coach Justin Kavanaugh joins the podcast to share his HOAL story.Coach Kav has worked with over 50,000 athletes and continues to push athletes to greatness.
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Season 1
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Episode 112
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1:08:20
Grant Hodnett pt2 - Mental Health and Sport
**Warning -This episode may be triggering and discusses mental health **In episode 2 Grant discusses his journey with Mental Health and how it stemmed from his professional career. If anything in this episode is triggering...
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Season 1
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Episode 112
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37:04
Grant Hodnett pt1 - Former Pro Cricketer
I am joined by former professional Cricketer, Grant Hodnett.In part 1, Grant shares his journey from South Africa to playing professional cricket in England.
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Season 1
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Episode 111
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32:37
Hunter Thomas - Foundation Disc Golf
I am joined by serial entrepreneur and part owner of Foundation Disc Golf, Disc Dot and Atlas Disc Golf, Hunter Thomas.Hunter takes us through "the HOAL story" that led to him running 3 successful business within a sport he is deeply pa...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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36:39
Dani Halsall - Former GB athlete
I am joined by colleague and friend, Dani Halsall.Dani tells her HOAL story from her Grandad getting her to race in the street and how it led to GB selection.Find Dani on Instagram - @danihalsallThis episode is sponsored by ...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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49:51
Jamey Horth - UFC
I am joined by Jamey Horth to discover her HOAL story to the pinnacle of mixed martial arts, the UFC.
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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1:08:24
Marianna Gillespie - World Champion free diver
Marianna Gillespie joins the pod to discuss her journey to multiple world d championships and even a World Record.Instagram: @marianna.gillespie
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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30:13
Danielle "Drop Bear" Curtis - 3 weight division MMA champion
I am joined by Danielle "Drop Bear" Curtis to learn about her journey from a small town in Australia, to world championship gold in MMA.
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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1:32:12
Troy Cullen - Ninja Warrior & The Challenge
Troy Cullen shares his “HOAL” story, from enjoying gymnastics and parkour, to competing in Ninja Warrior and winning The Challenge.
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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1:10:41
Steve Cunningham - Former Cruiser weight World Champion
I am joined by former Cruiser weight World Champion, Steve Cunningham.Steve takes us through his journey from being bullied as a child, to World Glory and sharing the ring with Tyson Fury.He also shares his love for art and the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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1:15:11