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If you're looking to create excellence in both sports and in life, then this is the podcast for you! Speaker, author, sports performance and mindset coach, Allistair McCaw aims to empower, inspire and provide you with the tools to achieve personal greatness, both on and off the field. With over 25 y…

Allistair McCaw


    • Jan 29, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 172 EPISODES
    • 3 SEASONS

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    The Champion Minded podcast, hosted by Allistair McCaw, is an incredible source of inspiration and motivation for everyone, not just coaches or athletes. McCaw's podcast provides a mix of interviews and short lessons that delve into what it truly means to follow your passion and be a champion in any area of life. The content is inspiring, interesting, focused, and engaging, making it a valuable part of anyone's mindfulness routine. I personally look forward to each new episode and have found the podcast to be an amazing resource.

    One of the best aspects of The Champion Minded podcast is the diverse range of guests that McCaw brings on. From athletes to coaches to leaders in various industries, each interview offers unique insights and perspectives on how to succeed and excel in life. The conversations are educational and inspirational, leaving listeners feeling motivated and ready to tackle any challenge they may face. Additionally, the short lessons provided by McCaw are concise yet powerful, stripping down complex concepts to their essence and providing practical advice that can benefit dedicated athletes and individuals alike.

    It's hard to find any negative aspects of The Champion Minded podcast as it consistently delivers high-quality content that resonates with listeners. However, one potential downside could be the focus primarily on sports-related topics. While this provides valuable insights for athletes and coaches specifically, it may not appeal as much to those who are not involved in sports or have no interest in them. However, even for non-sports enthusiasts, there are still many valuable lessons about mindset, discipline, and personal growth that can be applied universally.

    In conclusion, The Champion Minded podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and motivation in their lives. Allistair McCaw's genuine passion for his work shines through in every episode as he shares his knowledge and experiences with authenticity and enthusiasm. Whether you're an athlete looking to improve your performance or an individual striving for personal growth in any area of life, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical advice that can help you become champion minded. Overall, it is an exceptional resource that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle any challenge that comes your way.



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    Latest episodes from Champion Minded

    'The Mentality of a Champion' with Max Verstappen's Performance Coach, Bradley Scanes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 36:59


    In this episode, Allistair sits down with Bradley Scanes, the Performance Coach to multiple Formula 1 World Champion, Max Verstappen.  During their interview, Allistair asks Bradley what it was like working with 'Super Max', his winning mentality and the mindset phrase they chose for Max's record breaking 2023 season: "Relentless Uncomplaceny".  They also discuss the tireless preparation that goes on behind the scenes, as well as what it was like working within the Red Bull Racing family under the leadership of Team Boss, Christian Horner.  I hope you enjoy the show! 

    Habits That Make a Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 51:46


    In this episode, Allistair shares a podcast epsiode he was recently on with Ed Bowers, host of "The Sports Career Podcast". Ed asks Allistair to elaborate on five key habits from his new book, "Habits That Make a Champion" (released December, 2022 and avaiable on Amazon), as well as diving into the reasons why self-awareness is the key to self-improvement and self-development. Allistair also pays tribute to the late great coach, friend and mentor, Nick Bollettieri. 

    Tim DiFrancesco - Former LA Lakers S&C Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 54:34


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with former LA Lakers S&C Coach, Tim DiFrancesco. Tim spent between 2011-2017 with one of the most successful NBA franchises. During his time there he got to work with players such as Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash. In this episode, Allistair asks Tim about Kobe's leadership style, his relenetless work ethic and much more. 

    Marco Panichi - Trainer to Novak Djokovic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 32:41


    In this episode, Allistair gets to sit down with the man responsible for keeping the world's best tennis player Novak Djokovic in peak shape. This interview took place at Novak's tennis academy in Belgrade, Serbia in March 2022.   Topics of discussion: - Working on the professional tour - The importance of having a good connection with players  - What makes Novak so special as a player? - What it's like working with Novak - Working in a team - His experience working for the Chinese Tennis Federation  - Difference between the good and the great players - His definition of success

    John Embree - CEO & Director USPTA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 55:52


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with the CEO of USPTA Tennis, John Embree. John shares with us his highs and lows of well over 45 years in leadership. He also shares his insights into what makes a great leader and the steps to building a culture of sustained excellence. 

    Are You Coachable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2022 9:14


    It's proven that coachable people get recruited more. Every leader, manager and coach looks for coachable people to have on their team. In this episode, Allistair asks us 5 questions to see if we are coachable. 

    Paul Barnett - CEO & Co-founder of The Great Coaches Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 45:14


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat all things coaching and leadership with Paul Barnett. An Australian living in Romania, Paul is the CEO of a large Brewery as well as the co-founder of very popular "The Great Coaches Podcast". 

    Leading From The Jumpseat With Peter Docker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 44:59


    In this episode, Allistair chats with author and speaker, Peter Docker. Together with Simon Sinek, Peter co-authored the book 'Find your Why'. He is also a former Royal Air Force senior officer. For more on Peter, go to www.leadingfromthejumpseat.com 

    Lessons in Leadership pt.2 - Best of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 34:57


    In the 2nd part of this series, "Lessons in Leadership - Best of 2021" , Allistair shares some of the best clips on leadership, culture and mindset from a few of the guests he had on the show. You will hear from leaders such as: Mary Pierce - Former 2x Grand Slam Tennis Champion Steve Cooke - Head of Academy at Seattle Sounders  Casey Stoney - Head Coach at San Diego Waves FC Valerie Kondos Field - Former Head Coach of 30 years st UCLA Gymnastics Michael Boyle - Co-owner MBSC  Jenny Rearick - Communication Specialist 'Fit To Speak'

    4. Lessons in Leadership - Best of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 37:47


    In this episode, Allistair goes back to 2021 to select some of the best clips on leadership, culture and mindset from a few of his guests on the show.  You will hear from leaders such as: Bev Priestman - Head coach of Canada Women's Soccer Ivan Ljubicic - Coach of Roger Federer Phil Neville - Former Manchester United player Kate Richardson Walsh - Olympic Hockey gold medal winner Ben Ryan - Olympic gold medal winning coach with Fiji rugby 7's Phil Jones MBE - MD of Brother UK Tracey Neville - Former head coach of England Netball Anthony Seibold - England Rugby Assistant coach Steph Houghton - Manchester City & England football captain

    3. My Ten Rules Of Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 13:35


    In this episode, Allistair shares with us his ten rules for success. 

    2. Five Ways To Build Unstoppable Confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 12:25


    In this episode, Allistair shares with us five ways in which we can build our self-confidence and belief. 

    1. Five Ways To Make This Your Best Year Ever!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 12:34


    In the very first episode of 'The Allistair McCaw Podcast", Allistair shares with us five ways in which you can make this your best year ever. 

    Introduction: The Allistair McCaw Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2022 1:06


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    Talking Formula 1 with Enrique Bernoldi

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 40:44


    In this episode, Allistair chats with former F1 Arrows driver, Enrique Bernoldi about this seasons final race in Abu Dhabi and the dramatic showdown between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. 

    "What It Takes" with Bev Priestman - Olympic Gold Medal Winning Coach of The Canadian Women's National Soccer Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 45:23


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with Bev Priestman. Bev is the current Head Coach of the Canadian National Women's Soccer Team. 

    Encounters with Roger Federer - 20x Grand Slam Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 14:08


    In this episode, Allistair shares some fun stories of his encounters over the years with the Swiss Tennis Maestro, Roger Federer. 

    "What It Takes" with Emilio Sanchez - Former Spanish Davis Cup Captain & World nr.1 Doubles Tennis Player

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 37:42


    In this episode of "What it Takes".  Allistair sits down with former Davis Cup captain of Spain and World nr.1 Doubles tennis player, Emilio Sanchez. 

    "What It Takes" with Steve Cooke - Head of Seattle Sounders FC Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 46:40


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with Head of the Seattle Sounders FC Academy, Steve Cooke. Steve has a wealth of experience having started his coaching career at Sheffield Wednesday before moving onto clubs such as Phoenix Rising, Colorado Rapids, Oklahoma Energy FC and Seattle Sounders. 

    What Kind Of Team Culture Do You Have?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 6:11


    In this episode, Allistair explains what culture is, and what culture isn't. He also has some questions for team members and players to reflect on. 

    7 Habits of Champion Minded Athletes & Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 10:55


    In this episode, Allistair shares with us the 7 Habits of High Performing Athletes and Teams. Allistair talks about accountability, resilience, how your energy (good or bad) is contagious in team environment, and what separates the good from the great performers. 

    Talking Formula 1 with Enrique Bernoldi - Former F1 Driver

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 53:39


    In this episode, I get to chat with my good friend Enrique Bernoldi who raced for the Arrows F1 team. Enrique was the teammate of Jos Verstappen. Enrique shares his thoughts on the Belgium GP at Spa, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and much more.

    "What It Takes" with Laura Massaro - Former World Champion & Squash World nr.1 Player

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 59:48


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with former world number 1 in Squash and world champion, Laura Massaro. 

    'People With a Passion' with Brad Benedict - Hollywood Actor & Producer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2021 46:46


    In the 4th episode of the series 'People With a Passion for what they do', Allistair gets to chat with Hollywood actor and producer, Brad Benedict. Amongst his many other movies, Brad has starred in Tyler Perry's 'The Oval' and 'Shark Academy'. 

    Dr. Sherylle Calder - Visual Performance Coach to World Class Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 42:41


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with Dr. Sherylle Calder, a Visual Performance Coach based in South Africa. Dr. Calder has worked with some of the world's best athletes and teams, including the All Blacks, England rugby, Golfer Ernie Els and Mercedes Benz Petronas F1 driver, Valtteri Bottas. For more on Dr. Calder, go to www.eyegym.com 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Lessons from Failure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 5:39


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    Mental Toughness Series Part 3: Mindfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 22:31


    In the 3rd and final part of our Mental Toughness Series, Allistair and Ed discuss Mindfulness and its benefits. 

    Martin Buchheit & George Perry - Authors of the book "EGOals"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 57:05


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat to the authors of "EGOals", Martin Buchheit and George Perry. Martin is the former head of performance at Paris Saint Germain Football Club and currently works for Kitman labs. He is based in Spain. George is a Sports performance specialist and sports businessman based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  EGOals webpage: https://egoalsbook.com/ 

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    Mental Toughness Series Part 2: Building Confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 25:10


    In Part 2 of the Mental Toughness Series, Ed Bowers and Allistair McCaw dissect what confidence is, where it comes from and the 3 key ingredients to building it. 

    Mental Toughness Series Part 1: What is Mental Toughness?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 18:39


    Mental toughness can have so many different meanings to different people. In part 1 of the 'Mental Toughness Series', Ed Bowers asks Allistair to explain what exactly 'mental toughness' is. 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Winners Adapt!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 5:11


    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Your Habits Make You

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 6:13


    Coachability - Are You Coachable?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 6:16


    In this episode, Allistair describes what a coachable and uncoachable person looks like. 

    'People With a Passion' with Matt Haycox - Funding Guru & TV Personality

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 52:27


    In the 3rd episode of the series 'People With a Passion for what they do'. Allistair gets to chat with funding guru, investor and TV personality, Matt Haycox.

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Adopt an 'ALL IN' attitude!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 4:44


    "What It Takes" with Ben Ryan - Olympic Gold Medal Winning Coach of Fiji Rugby 7's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 69:25


    in this episode of 'What It Takes", Allistair gets to chat with Ben Ryan, the Olympic gold medal winning coach of the 2016 Fiji Rugby 7's team. Ben shares with us how he built the teams culture and shares his philosophies on leadership and high performance environments. 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Fail Better!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 4:00


    In this episode, Allistair explains why it's important to fail! 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Managing Your Energy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 4:58


    We all only get 24 hours in a day. But is time our most precious commodity or is it our energy? 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Self-Discipline

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 4:35


    'People with a Passion' with Phil Jones MBE - MD of Brother UK

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 41:18


    In the 2nd episode of the series, 'People with a Passion', Allistair gets to chat with the Managing Director of Brother UK Technologies, Phil Jones MBE.

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Keep It Simple!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 4:28


    Sometimes in life we can make things so complicated. In this episode, Allistair shares 5 ways in which we can simplify things. 

    'People with a Passion' with Rob Koenig

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 66:44


    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Improving The Relationship With Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 5:28


    5 Ways To 'Win' Your Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 9:33


    In this episode, Allistair shares 5 ways in which athletes and players can maximize their practices and win the day! 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Healthy Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 8:47


    In this week's episode, Allistair shares 5 ways in which you can develop a healthy mindset! 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Energy Givers vs Energy Takers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 7:44


    "What It Takes" with Steph Houghton - England & Man City Women's Football Captain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 57:34


    In this episode, Allistair gets to chat with England Football International and Manchester City captain, Steph Houghton. Steph has been capped over 100 times for her country and has played in both the Olympics and World Cup. We get into the mind of a champion. Enjoy this informative and fun interview! 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Winner Mentality

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 6:06


    In this episode of the '5 Minute Monday Motivator', Allistair shares with us the traits and commonalities of a winner. 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Thoughtfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 5:24


    In this episode, Allistair shares the importance and benefits of having more thoughtfulness in your life. 

    "What It Takes" with Kate Richardson Walsh - Olympic Gold Medalist & GB Hockey Captain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 61:02


    In this episode of "What It Takes", Allistair gets to chat with Kate Richardson Walsh. Kate is a former Olympic bronze and gold medalist in Hockey and was capped a record 375 times for her country. She was also the captain of the team for 13 years. In this conversation, Kate shares her journey, the highs and lows, the trails and the triumphs and what it takes to be a champion. 

    5 Minute Monday Motivator - Living Your Perfect Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 7:24


    In this weeks episode of the '5 Minute Monday Motivator', Allistair asks us what our perfect day would like? 

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