After finding his niche in long course triathlon, there was no looking back. Not only did Nic win his first ever IRONMAN 70.3, he has since claimed an array of podium results, and most recently been crowned the Australian Long Course Triathlon Champion. During this episode Nic also takes us back the beginning, where his musical talent outweighed his endurance ability. Nic and I have now been training partners for almost a year, and I guess you could say we have become pretty good mates... Thank ...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Between finalising university assignments and spending time with family and friends, I continue my race specific preparation for Sunshine Coast IRONMAN 70.3. Ellie is officially selected for U23 World Triathlon Championships, and briefly joins us to share her upcoming movements. We wish her all the best come Septmeber 24! Thank you for joining me on my journey. See you next week!
Aug 29, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Wether it be racing on the cobbles in Belgium or training on the mountains in Andorra, Bailey shares all the highs, lows, and learnings from his time abroad. With a stint in hospital, a coffee with Allan Peiper, and everything in between, there is far too much to summarise in the description... so do yourself a favour and press play. Happy listening! Thank you for joining me on my journey. See you next week!
Aug 24, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
My Dad celebrates his birthday in Europe, Bailey returns from Europe and Ellie prepapres to depart for her second Europe campaign. But it is not all about Europe... I spend time with many friends, binge watch TIU Impractical Jokers, complete university assignments, and ride the rollercoaster of training and racing! Thank you for joining me on my journey. See you next week!
Aug 22, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Giving you the chance to have all your questions answered! From haircut requests, to my FTP, no stone was left unturned. This episode was a lot of fun, so thank you to everyone for taking part. See you next week!
Aug 08, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Fresh off a win at the Airlie Beach Triathlon, I unpack my preparation and provide some insights into the race. To make it 3/3 wins this month is certainly special, thank you July! After a week away from the podcast I felt a little rusty, but it was good to be back behind the microphone. Thank you for joining me on my journey. See you next week!
Aug 01, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Opening with a question I NEED answered, before discussing my recent swim form and victory at the Jetty 2 Jetty. Ellie also returned from Europe and we celebrated her Birthday! I then take a deep dive into part one of my 2023 triathlon season, giving you all the racing insights from my point of view. Thank you for joining me on my journey. See you next week!
Jul 18, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to Kurt McDonald Uncut! Thank you for joining me on my journey. Please enjoy my first weekly recap and insight on other topics and recent events, such as being crowned the QLD Elite ITT Champion. Forgive me for the ums, ahs and otherwise... but do not be shy in providing feedback on the topics. See you next week!
Jul 11, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Bailey Wins QLD State TT Championships 3. Kurt Battles Illness 4. Quick Fire Warm Up 5. Introducing Michael Boult 6. Growing up in Tasmania 7. Swimming at a National Level 8. Attaining a University Degree 9. Working Life 10. Living Abroad 11. Discovering Triathlon 12. Becoming a Professional Triathlete 13. Racing in Euopre 14. Impressions of Vitoria 15. Upcoming Events 16. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Industries: On...
Jul 21, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 17
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Bailey Signs with NCMH Criterion Racing 3. Kurt Wins Lekietioko XIXX Triatloia 4. Quick Fire Warm Up 5. Introducing Sam Parry 6. Impressions of Vitoria 7. Junior World Triathlon Championship DNS 8. Becoming World Ranked #1 Junior Triathlete 9. Overcoming Adversity 10. Life Background 11. Building Apprenticeship 12. Excellence and Attitude 13. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kur...
Jun 30, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 16
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Bailey Wins Stage Two 3. Feelings Do Not Dictate Outcomes 4. Quick Fire Warm Up 5. Introducing Ellie Hoitink 6. Qualifying for U23 Triathlon World Championships 7. Racing in Europe 8. Upcoming Events 9. High Performance Preparation 10. Feelings Do Not Dictate Outcomes 11. Impressions of Vitoria 12. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Online | Facebook | Instagram Bai...
Jun 16, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 15
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT Kurt switches seats and makes a guest appearance on KAM Corner. Bailey interviews him about his recent success at the inaugural Vi Half Gasteiz, were he claimed third position in just his second event over the distance. 1. Brief Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Vi Half Gasteiz Podium 3. Full Race Recap 4. Preparing for the Event 5. Moving Forward 6. Australia vs Basque Country Racing KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Online | Fac...
Jun 09, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 14
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. Brief Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Brisbane vs Vitoria-Gasteiz Quick Fire Questions 3. Fuelling for Success 4. Quick Fire Warm Up 5. Introducing Jess Ewart-McTigue 6. First Impressions of Vitoria-Gasteiz 7. Fuelling for Success 8. Basque Triathlon Victory 9. Growth as an Athlete 10. Upcoming Events 11. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Online | Facebook | Instagram Bailey McDonald: Instagram...
May 26, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 13
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. Brief Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Settling in to Vitoria-Gasteiz 3. The Consequences of No Competition 4. KAM INDUSTRIES Update 5. Quick Fire Warm Up 6. Introducing Austin Carter 7. First Impressions of Vitoria-Gasteiz 8. Growing up in New Zealand 9. High Performance Background 10. Life at University as an Athlete 11. Racing the French Grand Prix Triathlon Series 12. Upcoming Events 13. Aussie vs NZ Slang 14. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Indus...
May 19, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 12
EUROPEAN HIGH PERFORMANCE ENVIRONMENT 1. KAM Corner Returns 2. Brief Catch Up with Kurt & Bailey 3. KAM INDUSTRIES Update 4. International Travel 5. Welcome to Vitoria-Gasteiz 6. Quick Fire Warm Up 7. Introducing Oscar Dart 8. Podium in Subic Bay 9. Impressions of Vitoria-Gasteiz 10. Upcoming Events 11. Teammate Quick Fire Questions KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Online | Facebook | Instagram Bailey McDonald: Instagram...
May 12, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 11
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS SUPPORTED KAM CORNER SO FAR Season one is a wrap, stay tuned for season two! Quick Fire Question Highlights: - Kurt & Bailey McDonald I - Kurt & Bailey McDonald II - Luke Willian - Lachie McPherson - Ellie Hoitink - Lisa & Deiter McDonald KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Facebook | Instagram Bailey McDonald: Instagram...
Feb 06, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 10
EVERYDAY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS This week the boys were joined by their beloved parents, Lisa and Deiter McDonald. A relaxed conversation lead to the longest episode yet! Show Topics: 1. Catching up with Kurt & Bailey 2. Introducing Lisa & Deiter McDonald 3. Warm Up Quick Fire Questions 4. Living in a Small Town 5. Deiter as a Business Man 6. Lisa as a Supermum 7. Deiter as an IRONMAN 8. Raising Sons who 'Break the Mould' 9. The Unconditional Support 10. Encouraging vs Pushing...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE KAM Industries raises $4320 for the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research. The money specifically donated to a campaign to ‘Cure Brain Cancer for Stevo’. In the words of the fundraiser: "Lachie Stephenson lost his battle with a Diffuse Midline Glioma on Saturday 1st January 2022. His battle only lasted 7 months. He fought hard but it was just too big to win. He endured surgery, radiation and a clinical trial. This was the same treatment used for this type of...
Jan 25, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8
SMALL TOWN KIDS WITH BIG CITY DREAMS An episode structured a little different to usual as Kurt interviews Bailey about his recent learnings at the 2022 AusCycling National Championships. Show structure: 1. U23 TT National Championships 2. U23 Road National Championships 3. Preparing for such events 4. Upcoming schedule KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Facebook | Instagram Bailey McDonald: Instagram...
Jan 19, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
EVERYDAY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS Ellie Hoitink: Facebook | Instagram 1. Brief chat with Kurt & Bailey 2. Supporting Lachie Stephenson 3. Quick Fire Warm Up 4. Ellie's Background 5. Ellie's Triathlon Career 6. Ellie's Education 7. Life with Balance 8. Time Management 9. Excellence Mindset 10. Life after Sport 11. Ellie Hoitink x KAM Collab 12. Quick Fire Cool Down KAM Industries: Online | Facebook | Instagram Kurt McDonald: Facebook | Instagram Bailey McDonald: Instagram...
Jan 08, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 6
SMALL TOWN KIDS WITH BIG CITY DREAMS HAPPY NEW YEAR! 1. Recently with Kurt & Bailey 2. Up next with Kurt & Bailey 3. Reflecting on 2021 Podcast - Athlete - Student - Business - Personal - Proudest achievement - Most important lesson you learned - Biggest challenge faced - New skills learned - Most memorable moment - Unfinished business 4. Intentions for 2022 Podcast - Athlete - Student - Business - Personal - Main goals - Continued habits - New skills to learn - Upcoming changes 5. New Y...
Jan 01, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 5
EVERYDAY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS Fresh off a nasty bike crash, Bailey took a backseat throughout the show and handed Kurt the reins. During the episode, the boys were emotionally touched as Lachie openly told the story of losing his father as a young teenager. Lachie then went on to talk about all the facets of life he has excelled since the defining day in 2014. Join the episode to put things in perspective and learn that life has no limits. Lachie McPerson: Personal Instagram | Coach...
Dec 11, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 4
EVERYDAY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS The boys are back for more learning as Luke Willian, a friend and training partner of Kurt, becomes the first guest of the show! Luke is currently one of the biggest stars of Australian and World Triathlon. However, with Luke regularly being interviewed only on triathlon, the boys chose to dive a little deeper and allow listeners to get to know Luke on a personal level. Although triathlon talk does feature regularly, it is used as a platform for story t...
Dec 04, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
SMALL TOWN KIDS WITH BIG CITY DREAMS The boys are back and starting to find their rhythm! Following the last episode they picked some points for improvement executed well this week. Join their interesting discussion around growing up in a small town, while also diving into the importance of a team to keep everything in perspective. Be sure to stay on the line for a KAM Industries update and some quick fire questions to finish. 1. General discussion with the boys 2. Feedback on episode one 3. TOP...
Nov 27, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 2
SMALL TOWN KIDS WITH BIG CITY DREAMS The boys lived up to the hype! Drifting through the topics and losing track of time with enjoyable stories and honest opinions. Authentic and unedited. It was a great way to start, but they look forward to refining their craft as they find their feet in the podcasting world. Thanks for the support so early in the journey. Episode Breakdown: 1. General discussion with Kurt and Bailey 2. Main Topic: Our COVID-19 Experiences - Kurt vs Bailey vastly different exp...
Nov 20, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1
The wait is over! The KAM Corner podcast is now live and readily available. Join us as we uncover everyday people doing extraordinary things, and small town kids with big city dreams. The introduction is structured a little differently and far more scripted than our future episodes. Tune in for a brief bio of Kurt and Bailey, why KAM Corner exists, and an overview of KAM Industries thus far. Thank you for listening! KAM Industries: www.kamindustriesofficial.com KAM Industries: @kamindustriesoffi...
Nov 19, 2021•7 min
