In today’s episode, Dan Howard joins the podcast! Dan is the current Development Manager for the Maitland Mustangs and assistant coach for the 2025 NBL1 women’s side. He dives deep into his career, why he loves what he does and touches on some struggles he faced growing up. Dan is also a huge advocate for mental health and talks about the impact it’s had on his life and the importance of speaking up and raising awareness. Enjoy!...
Feb 07, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In this episode, Mila Wawszkowicz joins the podcast! We chat about her recent college basketball experience at the University of San Diego, some of her recent career highlights, and a story about what changed her experience when things got tough. Enjoy!
Jan 30, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In today’s epsiode, A truly inspiring chat with one of the most phenomenal people you will ever listen to! Lauren Parker, a Paralympic champion at this years Paris Paralympic Games, shares her incredible journey through some of the most difficult hardships one could experience. Lauren’s life changed forever on April 18, 2017, were she suffered a horrific accident whilst preparing for the Port Macquarie Ironman. Despite incredibly low odds and doubt from many, Lauren proved everyone wrong and ros...
Nov 28, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In today's episode, Roles are reversed as Cam Russell hits me with some hard hitting questions about my recent marathon attempt. Find out what I did to prepare for the race in under 3 weeks (not recommended), my mentality pre, during and post race, and my biggest takeaway from the biggest challenge I've attempted yet. Enjoy!
Oct 30, 2024•34 min
In today’s episode, I chat with rising Aussie golfer Angus McMahon. Hailing from right here in the Hunter Valley, Angus has already achieved many successes in the game of golf, with tournament wins under his belt and a NSW Open birth firmly on the horizon. Today we chat with Angus all about his golfing success, the importance of the mental side of the game and what he does daily to keep his game in tip top shape. We also get Gus’s thoughts on the highly popular LIV Golf format, and how he hopes ...
Oct 22, 2024•33 min
In today’s episode, Formula 2 and Team Trident driver Christian Mansell joins the podcast! Flying the flag for Australia in the big stage of Motorsport, Christian has stormed onto the F2 scene and is making his case for an F1 position in the next couple of years. An exciting prospect, Christian shares his unique journey and how he manages the heavy pressure on his shoulders as he climbs the rankings! Enjoy!
Oct 06, 2024•45 min
In today’s epsiode, I chat with close mate and long distance runner Flynn Lefmann. Flynn recently completed the 42 Beach to Brother course up in Port Macquarie. He dives into his experience and the unique challenges he faced throughout the course. We also reminisce and take a step back into what got him into running and his advice to anyone looking to start! Enjoy!
Oct 01, 2024•29 min
In today’s episode, Luke Cunningham jumps on the podcast! Luke is the 1st Grade head coach for the Maitland Blacks Rugby Club and has lead the club to 2 Grand Finals in the last 2 years, one of which resulted in the clubs first premiership in over 20 years. Luke takes a walk back in time to reflect on his days as a player and some highlights and challenges he faced as a 250+ game player for his beloved Blacks. He also shares an insight into coaching life and what inspires him to continue to lead...
Sep 26, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In today’s episode, We welcome Caleb Fogarty to the podcast. One of the best commentators in the entire NBL1, Caleb shares his journey from starting out on the radio waves of Triple M, to quitting his full time job and pursuing his dream of commentating full time! A great chat! Enjoy!
Sep 12, 2024•32 min
Josh Clifford joins the podcast! After capturing an elusive championship this year with his hometown Maitland Mustangs, I take a deep dive with the Mustangs captain reflecting on his amazing career, his accomplishments and the people he's met along the journey. An incredible chat with an incredible bloke. Enjoy!
Aug 29, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In today's episode, We welcome NBL1 East champ Luka Vea from the Maitland Mustangs & rising Newcastle Knights up & comer Sebastian Sua to the podcast. The boys dive into their chosen sports and how they fell into the path of both basketball and rugby league respectively. They also share some valuable insight into what it takes to make it to the next level and what lessons they've learnt themselves along the way! Enjoy!
Aug 19, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In today's episode, We welcome Shannon Burton & Monique Rudder to the podcast to chat about all things college basketball. Both girls have had the incredible opportunity to play the game they love overseas in the US. Today we break down their experience and what they've learned along the way! Enjoy!
Aug 10, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode, I chat with some local basketball legends, hailing from western NSW, Isaac Testoni & Ben Matthews. Coming off a championship season in 2023, the boys take a trip down memory lane and talk about what life was like growing up in the country and how they fell into the game of basketball. The boys also reminisce on some of their fondest basketball memories. Enjoy!
Aug 10, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode, I chat with local legend Floyd Mallon. A well known photographer and videographer, Floyd has also recently returned from Nepal where he experienced Everest Base Camp. We chat about his experience and what lessons he took out from it. We also hear Floyd's picks for NSW's Game 1 Origin side, whilst he discloses a famous nickname his dad has recently coined in relation to his hair... Enjoy!
May 24, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In today’s episode, I chat with photographer and solo traveller Summah Johnson. Summah has recently completed an internship with the Sydney Kings and along with Floyd Mallon, is one of the official photographers of the Maitland Mustangs. We chat about her career and the experience working within the walls of a professional sporting team. We also touch on her solo travelling experience and some wild stories that came along with it. Enjoy!
May 16, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this episode, Patty and I re-cap our recent US Masters experience! We share some stories about our time in Augusta, and also answer some of the more common questions we’ve been asked since being back down under! Enjoy!
Apr 25, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In today’s episode, Watt St Athletic co-founder Demi Cunningham jumps on the podcast! We chat with Dem about growing up in the country, as well as her time at Snap Fitness Maitland and how that helped shape her career into what it looks like today. We also touch on Mental Health, and some strategies that she uses to help get her through the tougher times she faces. Enjoy!
Mar 18, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode, I chat with Mick Waeger. Mick has been a client of mine for 6 months, and has recently completed a gruelling mountain climb in Ecuador. Mick shares his experience, and how he pushed through some serious pain and mental barriers to reach his limit. We also discuss mental health and why it's so important and close to Mick's heart. Enjoy!
Mar 12, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode, I put my client Kyrah Sager in the hot seat! In a very laid back chat, she answers some hard hitting rapid fire questions, and talks about overcoming a broken neck in a freak accident whilst playing rugby. She also gives us her tips on the upcoming 2024 NRL season. Enjoy!
Feb 29, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In this episode, I chat with 2024 Maitland Mustangs import, Christian Little. Christian hails from LA, California and is hoping to deliver a championship to Maitland this upcoming NBL1 season. We chat about growing up in a competitive environment in LA, and how he gained his competitive edge against his competition. We also touch on his love for the late great Kobe Bryant, as well as a crazy college house party story... Enjoy!...
Feb 14, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, I chat with local singer/songwriter in the Newcastle & Hunter area, Bella McGavin. We discuss Bella's unique rise through the music industry. From starting acting at the age of 4 to busking at age 12. We also chat about some challenges Bella has had along the way and what she has in store for 2024 and beyond! Enjoy!
Jan 16, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, I chat with good mate, and long time Snap Fitness Maitland member Hayden Martin. Hayden has been a member at Snap for 6 years, and along with his close friend Josh, has impacted the Maitland community through their car business model, Weapon and Grinch. We talk about the most rewarding part of making a positive impact in the community, growing up in Medford, as well as some funny stories from his life so far… Enjoy!
Jan 12, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, I chat with longtime school friend and close mate of mine, Max Murray. Max is an all round athlete, from playing rugby for the University of Newcastle, to running his first marathon last year. We chat about his unfortunate run of injuries and how he used that as a fuel of motivation, as well as his time on the Kokoda Trail with recent podcast guest, Pat. Enjoy!
Jan 04, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, I chat with Snap Fitness Maitland member Corey Goodwin. Corey has been a member at Snap for 4 years, while also being a Technical Director at Maitland FC for the girls and boys JDL program. Corey also is a big advocate for mental health, and has been impacted through the loss of his father at a young age. We chat about how this impacted his childhood growing up and some of the strategies he still uses today to overcome challenging times in his life. Enjoy!...
Jan 02, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, I chat with Maitland Mustangs sister duo & fan favourites, Rachel and Sophie Williams. We chat about what it's like suiting up together and what they love most about playing with each other, as well as some of the challenges they've faced throughout their careers. We also touch on the recent success of the Mustangs womens program and how both girls would like to be remembered when their playing time is up! Enjoy!
Dec 21, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, We welcome Watt St Athletic co-founder and Exercise Physiologist Adrian Cunningham to the podcast! A good mate of mine, 'Ado' was a former PT at Snap Fitness Maitland for 8 years, before he and his lovely wife Demi established their own gym and community - Watt St Athletic. We discuss his journey from starting out as a PT, to then progressing and working his way to become an Exercise Physiologist. We also discuss the importance of Mindset, and how it can be harnessed to improve ...
Dec 08, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, I chat with close school mate, musician and golf extraordinaire Pat McMahon. Patty and I go way back and discuss his childhood, as well as his first ever performance in-front of a live audience. We chat about golf and the frustrating, yet therapeutic effect it has on some people as well as Pat's recent life changing trip to Papua New-Guinea to tackle the Kokoda Trail. Enjoy!
Dec 04, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, I chat with valued Snap Fitness Maitland member and OT Leanne Featherstone. We discuss her role as an OT ' Occupational Therapist' as well as her time at Snap Fitness Maitland and how she developed a consistent exercise regime that aligns with her goals. Enjoy!
Dec 03, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, I chat with 2 x time NRLW Newcastle Knights premiership winner Kayla Romaniuk. We discuss her journey through the ranks of rugby league. From starting out at the Kurri-Kurri Bulldogs, to making her NRLW debut in 2022 with the Newcastle Knights. We also touch on her mindset after recovering from an ACL injury earlier last year, and her advice to any young women aspiring to play rugby league. Enjoy!
Nov 24, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, I chat with Mustangs local legend Cal Wade. Cal is the current Youth League Men's Div 1 Head Coach and an assistant coach for the NBL1 Men's side. We chat about Cal's coaching journey so far, what got him started in basketball, as well as some of the challenges he's had to face so far. We also discuss the recent success of the Mustangs senior program and his recent 2023 championship with the Youth League Men. Enjoy!
Nov 16, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 22
