Kurt McDonald Uncut

Today I am joined by the current IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion, Jelle Geens. We reflect on his World Triathlon career, before diving into his IRONMAN 70.3 and T100 World Tour success. It was a pleasure to have Jelle on the podcast, and I wish him all the best for his IRONMAN debut this weekend. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Katelyn joins the podcast to share insights into how we fuel my training and racing. We have been working together for nearly two years, and the impact on my performance has been significant. In this episode, she also breaks down practical, evidence-based strategies that any endurance athlete can apply to improve their performance. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

What a day! I unpack racing of the front with the best in the business, qualifying for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships and sharing it all with friends and family at the finish line. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Race week! Today I share my schedule and thoughts ahead of my first race for the season, IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. With a world class field assembled, I am really looking forward to this one! SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Welcome back to the podcast as I finalise my preparation for Ironman 70.3 Geelong. I look forward to diving into a race preview with you all next week! SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Jaryd Clifford shares his inspiring journey as a Paralympic athlete with a visual impairment, discussing his career highlights, challenges, and strategies for success leading into LA 2028.Key TopicsJaryd Clifford's visual impairment and classification as a T12 athleteThe role of guides in Paralympic running and their impact on performanceJaryd's experience at Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, and Paris 2024 ParalympicsInjury cycle and recovery strategies for elite athletesMental resilience and goal setting in high-performance sports"Guides help me focus on running, not on seeing""Heat exhaustion almost cost me the race in Tokyo""Dropping the tether cost me the gold in Paris"Jaryd CliffordInside AthleticsSUPPORT THE SHOW 

Off the back of a phenomenal guest recording I reflect on why I host a podcast, share insights into a difficult week, and finally announce that podcast apparel will soon be available via www.kam.industries SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Today I unpack my camping experience and performance at the Port Fairy Half Marathon, dive into some recent bike data, and then relive my third place at IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo in 2023. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

In this episode, Kurt introduces his strength and conditioning coach, Chris Radford. They discuss his journey into the field, the growth of the RAD Center, and the diverse range of athletes he works with. The conversation delves into the importance of strength and conditioning for endurance sports, program structuring, the role of plyometrics, and the significance of testing and monitoring athlete performance. Chris also shares insights on building resilience in athletes and emphasises the importance of communication in coaching. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

I announce my race calendar for the near future, explore how I am trying to improve my sleep, and share which discipline I am currently not enjoying. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

I share an update on everything that has been happening before officially introducing my 2026 team, which includes my head coach, dietitian, strength and conditioning coach, and physiotherapist. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Richelle Hill joins the podcast to share her journey to becoming the 2025 U23 World Triathlon Champion. She discusses the influence of her family, particularly her mum, who played a significant role in her athletic development. Richelle reflects on her academic experiences, the challenges of transitioning back into triathlon, and the importance of support systems in her career. She candidly shares her experiences with injuries, the thrill of winning the U23 World Championships in Wollongong, and her aspirations for the future, emphasising the balance between Olympic goals and personal excellence. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Ben joins the podcast to chat about his busy start to 2026 and reflect on his journey into triathlon. A former U19 National Road Cycling Champion, he made the switch to triathlon, quickly rising through the age-group ranks before turning professional. Since then, he has secured multiple podiums and raced at both the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships.SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Today I take a look at the progression of my PTO world ranking over the last three years, and share some insights into my last week which was hampered by a small niggle and a bout of illness. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

This week we take a deep dive into what training in a small town like Camperdown looks like, while also reflecting on the past week and looking at what lies ahead. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

In this episode I am joined by Cam Main who shares his journey to becoming an IRONMAN Champion. We talk through his transition from Taekwondo into triathlon, the challenges of moving from junior to senior racing, and what ultimately led him to commit to long-course racing. We also touch on life beyond triathlon and the meaningful work Cam is doing as Chairman of Abbies Sparkle Foundation, a charity founded in memory of his sister that supports children affected by cancer. I really enjoyed this chat and I think you will too. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Happy New Year and welcome back to the podcast! A short and sweet episode to cover what I have been up to recently. I look forward to delivering many more episodes in 2026. Thanks for tuning in! SUPPORT THE SHOW 

I unpack my performance from The Challenge Championship, where I faced the toughest conditions of my career thus far. It was a dream to be battling for a podium at this level, and I am very pleased with my performance! SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Today I am joined by Jake Bitwhistle, a highly successful Australian triathlete with 115 starts, 41 podiums and 22 wins in World Triathlon. In addition, he has also earned every colour of a Commonwealth Games medal, and represented Australia at the Olympic Games. Moving forward, Jake is transitioning to middle and long distance triathlon, where he has already discovered success with 2 x IRONMAN 70.3 podiums. It was a pleasure to have Jake on the show, and I hope you enjoy the recording! SUPPORT THE SHOW 

Amputate or rehabilitate? A question that no person wants to consider. However, following a horrific bike accident, this was the reality for Jon Sammut. Today, I get to know him a little bit better, and catch up on an array of topics, before diving into what unfolded on December 1st, 2024. It has been a difficult period for Jon, and while the road to recovery is still quite long, he is facing every challenge that comes his way - never shying away, and giving us all so much inspiration along the way. SUPPORT THE SHOW 

I finish 25th at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships, and give you all the insights into how my day unfolded. Although it was not the result I had dreamed of, there are some really positive pieces to take away. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! SUPPORT THE SHOW

I talk through the last few weeks, before sharing my excitement ahead of the upcoming World Championships. I have had my sights set on this race for over 12 months, so I cannot wait to get out there! SUPPORT THE SHOW

Join me for some insights into my performance at IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne over the weekend. While I had not dreamed of finishing 4th, there are many aspects to be proud of. I also share what lead to my stop during the run leg... Enjoy!  SUPPORT THE SHOW

I unpack my Noosa Triathlon performance, before touching on my upcoming race at IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne this weekend. Noosa was certainly not the performance I had dreamed of, but I draw great confidence from an improved run leg. See you in Melbourne!  SUPPORT THE SHOW

Following a very demanding block of training, it is finally time to kickstart my race block! With a fourth and fifth at Noosa Triathlon the last two years, I am eager for a podium performance on Sunday. Lesssgo! SUPPORT THE SHOW

Alex discusses our working relationship thus far, his journey into coaching, student background, athlete success, and much more! It has been my pleasure working with Alex, and I look forward to continuing our relationship moving forward. SUPPORT THE SHOW

I make my way home to Australia, and it honestly feels strange! Time certainly flies, and in a way, it feels like I never left. After being home for exactly one week, I am now off to the Whitsundays to race the Airlie Beach Triathlon, an event I won last year. 

Join me for the final instalment of the Europe Diaries! With plenty happening over the last month, it was nice to finally sit down and share the journey. I cover an array of moments, so stop reading, and start listening, haha!

Ellie shares her recent trip to France, where she was hit with food poisoning the night before her race. I hold down the forte in Vitoria and prepare for my next race at Challenge Gdansk. I also submitted my last ever university assignments, while Ellie sat three exams under supervision here in Spain. 

I take you through the moments that led to the viral sprint finish at Challenge Salou. A super long swim, a solo bike, and a well paced run totalled over 3:40 of racing, but it still came down to a matter of inches... Although initially bittersweet, the one now feels pretty good! 

We go on a journey from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Salou. Although it is only a 5hr drive, it was one big adventure! We explored the streets of Salou, before crossing the border to Andorra where we visited Bailey and his teammmates. Andorra certainly looks like a place that could become 'home' in the future...

The podcast is hijacked! Well, almost. Ellie not only joins me for her segment,  but for the entire recording this week. She takes us through her fantastic WTCS debut, and how her Olympic selection is unfolding. I prepare to race Challenge Salou, before visiting Bailey and Team Bridgelane in Andorra. 

I unpack my performance from 'The Championship' and share all my learnings from an insane day of racing. Crossing the line in 14th leaves me with very mixed emotions, but above all, I am eager to continue refining my craft here in Europe!

Bailey joins us in Vitoria-Gasteiz, and we show him all the local hot spots. I then travel to Samorin to race 'The Championship', and really enjoyed my stay at the X Bionic Sphere. It is truly a world class experience, so put this race on your bucket list!

I slowly become familar with the timezone, and really start to settle in to Vitoria-Gasteiz. Exploring many new roads has really kept me motivated! Ellie joins me to provide more laughs surrounding our electric car, while also giving a race review on her recent performance in the French GP, racing for Team VD Olympic. Thank you for joining us on our journey around Europe! 

From racing solo off the front for 90km on the bike, to maintaining a ~ 3mins lead going into the final 5km of the run, I thought I would finally secure my first middle distance win! However, in a chaotic turn of events, I was directed off course...

I travel to Europe, with a stop in Asia for Challenge Taiwan. I share stories from my journey thus far, including long travel days, getting slammed with baggage fees, a school visit, operating an electric car, and everything in between...Welcome to my journey around Europe, thank you for joining me! 

I release my final European race schedule, while also announcing where I will be based for my time abroad. My international campaign kickstarts this weekend at Challenge Taiwan! 

Ellie shares the results that have moved her to 64 in the world rankings, and assterted her as a top contender for the year ahead. Ellie will be joining me on the podcast throughout our time in Europe, so stay tuned!

What a weekend! Ellie Hoitink puts on a masterclass at the Oceania Triathlon Championships, Jackson Medway wins the u23 Oceania TT Championships, Matt Greenwood dominates the u23 Oceania Road Race Championships, Bailey makes his return to top level Australian Cycling, Josh Perdrisat runs at the Australian Athletics Championships, Jake Rowbottom cycles across the Victorian border, and me... well, I won a crit!

The countdown to my European campaign is on! I am busy finalising all the logistics, while building my fitness to an all time high. Working through my final University assignments has also been a high priority. Bailey and Ellie are set to race Oceania Championships, and I cannot wait to watch them perform! 

I finally reflect on the unfortunate outcome of Geelong IRONMAN 70.3, before sharing some of my more recent family adventures that helped me reset. My sights are now set on my European racing campaign, while also finalising my university degree.

Ellie finishes 4th (3rd Australian) at the Oceania Triathlon Sprint Championships, Bailey completes his biggest training week since his T1D disagniosis, and I celebrate my 25th Birthday. An action packed week before turning my attention to the Australian Long Course Triathlon Championships at Geelong IRONMAN 70.3 this weekend. I am really looking forward to racing at home! 

As Jake prepares to cycle approximately 2700km in just three weeks, he joins me to share all the insights into his upcoming journey. Not only is Jake riding to fulfill his own sense of adventure, but he is also raising funds for two fantastic charities. Your support is so greatly appreciated! Please donate and support Jake via the following links:Prostate Cancer Fundraising Link Breast Cancer Fundraising Link Raffle - VIC and NSW Only Instagram Strava  

From battling the crosswinds, to a nasty blister, Mooloolaba Triathlon provided quite the mixed bag. Through all the chaos, I was stoked to secure the final step on the podium. I hope you enjoy all the insights from my perspective!

Following a highly successful summer of cycling, it was a pleasure to have Jackson on the podcast. In just 12 months, he has progressed from competing in C Grade, to debuting in the World Tour peleton. With such a rapid rise thus far, it seems the sky is the limit moving forward! Jackson Medway 

With success at Raby Bay QTS, I set my sights on Mooloolaba Triathlon. After a big training block, it is certainly nice to be back on the startline! I also discuss the current talent in our sport, which takes me back to my time as a junior athlete. 

An aspiring tennis star who took his talents to college in the USA, before switching focus and becoming a highly respected triathlete and coach. James joins me to share an array of stories from his time aborad, making this one of our most enthralling episodes yet!JT Multisport 

As Mum and Dad depart Brisbane, I reflect on all the memories we recently made. Ellie returns home from her first races of the season, while I gear up to test my fitness this weekend. I also announce my partnership with Inspire Athletic - an online one stop shop for endurance enthusiasts, family owned and operated out of Brisbane! Inspire Athletic

Following his recent diagnoses of Type 1 Diabetes, Bailey joins me to share his journey thus far. From the day his world fell apart, to returning to cycling, and everything in between. Enjoy this raw and honest episode!