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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. 

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    Hazel Findlay - International Climber

    Send us Fan MailI first came across Hazel whilst watching Artic Ascent.Hazel joins the pod to share her HOAL story and talk about being one of only 2 people in the world to climb a rock face on the side of a glacier.

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    Heather Fell - Pentathlon

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by former Pentathlon athlete and Olympic Silver Medallist, Heather Fell.

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    Lexi Chambers - Endurance Athlete

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Lexi Chambers - Endurance athlete and multiple world record holder.Lexi has an inspiring story and one that has only just begun.

  4. 126

    Aleksandr Sorokin - Ultra Runner - World Records holder

    Send us Fan MailAleksandr Soroking, Ultra Marathon runner and multiple World Record holder joins the pod to share some of his journey to Ultra domination.

  5. 125

    Return of Amy Truesdale - Paralympic Champion

    Send us Fan MailAmy Truesdale returns 3 years on as Para Taekwondo Paralympic Champion.  Amy shares her journey from 2021 Paralympic Bronze and shares her dreams moving forward.

  6. 124

    Porter Ballard - Jump Rope World Champion

    Send us Fan MailPorter 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.hungarianjumpropes.com 

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    Grace Dafoe - Skeleton athlete

    Send us Fan MailI 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: @GraceDafoeWebsite: www.gracedafoe.ca

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    Mark Dowdle - Ultra Running

    Send us Fan MailMark 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.

  9. 121

    Harley Cooper - Young Man, Big Ambition

    Send us Fan MailHarley 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.

  10. 120

    Corey Bellemore - Beer Mile World Record Holder

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by the King of the Beer Mile, Corey Bellemore.

  11. 119

    Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Pro MMA and Bare Knuckle Fighter, Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw.

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    Mette Bjerknes - Powerboat Pilot

    Send us Fan MailMette 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 a high adrenaline sport.

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    Noah Cutter - Bare Knuckle

    Send us Fan MailI 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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    Robyn Lock - Welsh International Rugby

    Send us Fan MailI 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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    Nicholas Daines - Stunt Coordinator & TV Presenter

    Send us Fan MailNicholas 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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    Kristina 'The Krystal" Tkach - 9 Ball Pool

    Send us Fan MailKristina 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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    Coach Kav

    Send us Fan MailCoach 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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    Grant Hodnett pt2 - Mental Health and Sport

    Send us Fan Mail**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 or you are dealing with any of the issues, please reach out to a professional, a family member or a friend.

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    Grant Hodnett pt1 - Former Pro Cricketer

    Send us Fan MailI 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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    Hunter Thomas - Foundation Disc Golf

    Send us Fan MailI 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 passionate about.www.foundationdiscs.comwww.atlasdgs.comwww.discdotusa.comThis episode was sponsored by Mannatech. www.mannatech.com

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    Dani Halsall - Former GB athlete

    Send us Fan MailI 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 Mannatech, vitamins and supplements.www.mannatech.com

  22. 108

    Jamey Horth - UFC

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Jamey Horth to discover her HOAL story to the pinnacle of mixed martial arts, the UFC.

  23. 107

    Marianna Gillespie - World Champion free diver

    Send us Fan MailMarianna Gillespie joins the pod to discuss her journey to multiple world d championships and even a World Record.Instagram: @marianna.gillespie

  24. 106

    Danielle "Drop Bear" Curtis - 3 weight division MMA champion

    Send us Fan MailI 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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    Troy Cullen - Ninja Warrior & The Challenge

    Send us Fan MailTroy Cullen shares his “HOAL” story, from enjoying gymnastics and parkour, to competing in Ninja Warrior and winning The Challenge.

  26. 104

    Steve Cunningham - Former Cruiser weight World Champion

    Send us Fan MailI 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 comic book he has created.Find him on Instagram:@ussislegendComic: @usscomics

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    Tippy Packard - Competing and Dancing on Ice

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by current Dancing on Ice star, Tippy Packard as she shares her journey from National Champion to sharing the rink with celebrities.Follow Tippy on Instagram: @tippyroo_2the_rescue

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    Ceri Bowley - Double Pass, City Football Group, Rangers FC

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Ceri Bowley, current Global Lead of Technical Leadership with Double Pass and former Assistant Manager of Rangers FC.

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    Shea Hammond - Team USA - CP Soccer

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Team USA soccer player and co-founder of CP Soccer, Shea Hammond.With sights on World Cup Glory and providing more opportunities for people with Cerebral Palsy, Shea shares his HOAL story.Instagram -@[email protected]

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    Jasmine Harrison - World record Solo Row and Swim

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Jasmine Harrison, World Record holder for her solo row across the Atlantic and swimming the length of the UK.Find Jasmine on Instagram - @jasminerharrison

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    Adriana Brownlee -14 Peaks is on the horizon

    Send us Fan MailAdriana Brownlee joins the podcast to discuss her journey from London to Everest and the goal she has set herself of, completing all 14 peaks over 8000m by the age of 22.  This will make her the worlds youngest person to do so, another title she'll be able to add to her Guinness World Record as youngest female to ever summit K2.Adriana has already submitted 10 of the 14 peaks and shares her experiences, the trials and tribulations.Instagram: @adri.brownleeWebsite: www.adrianabrownlee.com 

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    Duo Rings - aerial rings duo specialists

    Send us Fan MailFresh from America's Got Talent, I am joined by Duo Rings.Nico and Flora probably share the greatest love story, from growing up and competing together in Buenos Aires, to showcasing on America's Got Talent.Keep up to date with Duo Rings on their socials:Instagram - @duoringswww.duo-rings.com

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    Faye O'Hara - the beauty of equine and being paralysed

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Faye O'Hara.Faye grew up riding horses, but tragically, she was left paralysed after being involved in a road traffic accident.Faye has never let her disabilities stop her from achieving what she sets out to do and now wants to inspire others with her story.You can find out what Faye is up to by following her on social media:TikTok: @majesticandmedreambig

  34. 96

    Drawn to Life’s David Rimmer & Saulo Sarmiento

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by two of Cirque Du Soleil’s amazing performers, David Rimmer and Saulo Sarmiento.Two different journeys that have led them to the same destination, Drawn to Life - Orlando.

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    Dr Emilia Thompson - eating disorders in sport

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Dr Emilia Thompson.Emilia is an expert in her field, has worked in elite sport and now helps females manage disordered eating and relationships with food and body.Dr Thompson kindly shared her opinion on some of the matters I believe amateur (and elite) athletes and performers face on a regular basis.Instagram: @emiliathompsonphd

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    Paralympic Royalty - Baroness Grey-Thompson

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by quite simply one Great Britain’s greatest ever athletes and Oaralympic Royalty, Baroness Grey-Thompson.Tanni discusses her childhood and the journey to becoming a serial winner.

  37. 93

    Sugar Neekz Johnson

    Send us Fan MailCurrent IBF Super Bantamweight World Champion, Sugar Neekz Johnson joins me to discuss her journey to the top.Find Sugar on Instagram - @sugar_neekz

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    Kate Zachary - Exeter Chiefs and USA Rugby player

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Exeter Chiefs and USA Eagles Rugby player - Kate Zackary.Kate takes us through her journey from Kansas to England and all that's in between.Keep up to date with Kate on Instagram@Kate_zack

  39. 91

    Random questions w/ Harlem Globetrotters

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Mighty, Zeus, Diesel and Sky, all members of the World Famous, Harlem Globe Trotters

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    Mia Mighty Hopkins - Harlem Globetrotter

    Send us Fan MailI am Joined by Mia "Mighty" Hopkins, #6 for the world famous Harlem Globetrotters.Learn Mia's story from childhood basketball to representing one of the most iconic teams in sport.

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    Simply the Zest, multiple world record holder - Sally Orange

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by the zesty Sally Orange, a multiple world record holder, mental health advocate, endurance athlete and National Ambassador for the Army Cadets.Find Sally on Instagram: @sally0range

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    The Kyndra Crump Show

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Kendra Crump, a young lady with the world at her feet and someone who is determined to manifest her own future.Check out Kyndra on Instagram: @thekyndracrumpshow

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    GB Bobsleigh - Nikki McSweeney

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by GB Bobsleigh Pilot, Nikki McSweeney.Nikki tells us about all sports she excelled in before finally pursuing bobsled.Follow Nikki:Instagram - @nikkimc17

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    The return of Shanwayne

    Send us Fan MailShanwayne Stephens OLY returns to take us through his Olympic journey.Shanwayne and the team caused  a global frenzy when they qualified for the 4 man bobsled for the first time in 24 years.

  45. 85

    Carly Woodhouse - The Geordie at Brit School

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by ever so talented Carly Woodhouse to discuss her journey from the greatest City in the world to one of the biggest showbiz Cities in the world.

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    Jamie Lee Rattray - World & Olympic Champ

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Jamie Lee Rattray, fresh off the plane from Beijing with her Gold Medal in hand.Jamie takes us through her journey from a 4 year old skating with her Dad to becoming World and Olympic Ice Hockey champion.Follow Jamie on Instagram: @ratt26

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    Pro Paraglider, Michael Sigel

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Pro Paragliding Pilot and World Champion, Michael Sigel.Michael was paragliding before he could talk, so it comes as no surprise he's one of the best pilots in the world.

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    Andrea Ross - Stunt Performer

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Stunt Performer Andrea Ross.Andrea shares her journey from professional athlete to performing stunts on some televisions biggest shows.Keep up to date with Andrea here:Instagram: @andrea.m.rossYouTube: YouTube.be/cxAhaWeURhsIMDb: Andrea Ross

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    Stephen "Mr Paralympics" Miller MBE

    Send us Fan MailI am joined by Stephen Miller MBE, multiple Paralympic, World and European Champion.Stephen discusses his journey through his school years to representing Great Britain at 6 Paralympic Games.Follow Stephen on Instagram and find out what he's up to with his organisation:Instagram: @hailfabio1www.stephenjamesmiller.co.ukwww.smilethroughsport.com

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    Katie Nageotte - Returns as Olympic Champion

    Send us Fan MailKatie Nageotte returns to the pod one year on.  Katie was a lady on a mission at the beginning of 2021, hoping to realise her dream by becoming Olympic Champion.  Katie is back to share her experience of the games and what the future holds in store.Find Katie on Instagram: @ktnago13

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

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.

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Andy Gray

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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. 

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