Aidan Toua - From Papua New Guinea to Pro Rugby: Lessons on Culture, Growth & Backing Yourself

Growing up in Papua New Guinea before heading to boarding school in Australia, Aidan shares what it was like finding his love for rugby union at 16 and the importance of enjoying what you do. We talk about the untapped potential of rugby in PNG and why real pathways matter. He opens up about the cultural shifts of moving to France and Japan, learning to dive all-in (with a few too many croissants and red wines along the way), and how injuries, missed sacrifices, and strong support systems all shaped his journey. A down-to-earth, honest chat about sport, growth, and taking chances.Connect with Aidan on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidan-toua-8910b21a6/About David Mead:David played 14 years of professional rugby league, representing the Brisbane Broncos, Gold Coast Titans, Catalans Dragons, and captaining the PNG Kumuls. With over 230 professional games and 15 international appearances , he’s gained valuable insight into what it takes to perform at the highest level. Now, through conversations with fellow athletes, business minds, and community leaders, David shares real stories and lessons to inspire and empower the next generation.Connect with David and follow him on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mead.94Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmead411/Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidmead411LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mead-7604b986/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidmead411?lang=enYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@davidmeadpodcast