Podcasts about winning gold

Alisa Camplin is one of Australia's most decorated and driven high performance leaders - an Olympic gold medallist in aerial skiing, Australia's first female winter Olympic gold medallist, and most recently, the first woman to lead an Australian Winter Olympic team as Chef de Mission at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. Alisa shares so many of the mental frameworks that powered her greatest performances - and how those same skills carried her through the unimaginable loss of her son Finnan, who passed away after just 10 days following open heart surgery. Together with her husband, she channelled that grief into Finnan's Gift, a foundation that has now raised over $4 million for paediatric cardiac care. She opens up about recovering from two knee reconstructions in the lead-up to her second Olympics - the last one just 56 days before the Games - and why she believes the most important thing you can do after any setback is get up, find a plan, and be all in. She also shares what 16 years at IBM, a boardroom career, and leading an Olympic team have taught her about honest conversations, coaching people as whole humans, and the small daily habits that create real, lasting change. This conversation is a masterclass in what it means to lead with integrity, show up with discipline, and keep going when life gets hard. We’re privileged to have Alisa as part of the Aleda Connect community - connecting inspiring leaders from across Australia and around the world. Learn. Lead. Collaborate. Start your leadership journey today. Head here to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time. Empowering Leaders is proudly partnered with Victoria University. Find more information about studying at VU here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tommy James and Jamie Creek joined the podcast for a chat to talk all things Raving Rampage.

This week Emily's sitting down with Laila Edwards, a true pioneer in the world of women’s hockey. Edwards recently made history as the first Black woman to compete for—and win gold with—Team USA Hockey. Beyond her Olympic success, she is a national champion and was a prolific scorer during her final collegiate season at Wisconsin, leading the nation with 35 goals. In this conversation, Laila opens up about the whirlwind experience of winning gold in Milan and navigating the sudden surge of media attention that followed. She shares the nerves and pressures that come with being a trailblazer and how she has learned to transform those challenges into a platform for inspiring others. We also dive into her transition from high school to a decorated collegiate career, the mental resilience required to earn her ice time, and how she stayed even-keeled while switching positions on the world stage. Plus, she addresses the viral conversation surrounding the USA men's hockey team and why she believes that if you love a space, you belong in it—regardless of who else is in the room. In this episode: The whirlwind of winning Olympic gold and returning to college life Navigating the pressures and responsibilities of being a trailblazer in hockey The mental shift required when transitioning to a high-level collegiate program Switching from forward to defense on the national team and trusting the process Techniques for staying calm and "even-keeled" during high-stakes moments Her reaction to the media cycle surrounding the men’s team at the White House The importance of representation and her message: "If you love it, you belong" Her experience as a Red Bull athlete and the transition to the PWHL draft Quotable Moments: "Don’t ever feel like you don’t belong. Don’t let that be the reason you don’t do it." "I have the opportunity to change someone’s life essentially, and I think that is so cool. So any chance I get to do that, I’m going to take it." "If you love something ... then you belong. No matter who looks like you and who doesn’t." "Pressure is a privilege... look at all the good that’s coming out of it." "I was a person before I was a hockey player... I want to leave an impression as a good person." SOCIAL@laila_edwards@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny Moseley is one of the true pioneers of freestyle skiing, he's an Olympic gold medal mogul skier, he's responsible for one of the most iconic moments in the history of modern skiing, and he is still very much at the forefront of skiing today. And in this conversation, we talk about it all.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: Palisades TahoeBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Enter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysVideo: Dinner Roll @ ‘02 OlympicsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Palisades Tahoe (1:29)Blister Summit at Snowbird (2:15)Shoutout: New BLISTER+ members (2:42)Mogul Skiing in the last Olympics (6:15)Natural Moguls vs Comp Moguls (17:32)How to Get Good at Moguls (22:16)Stab the Bunny! (27:44)Should Your Quiver Have a Mogul-Specific Ski? (30:31)Going to UC Berkeley (35:16)Burned Out? (42:11)From Olympic Gold in ‘98 to the ‘02 Comp (44:38)The Dinner Roll (1:04:02)Thoughts on the ‘B.O.S.S.' (1:08:11)What's Next: XGL (1:20:41)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Mazeika — USA Gymnastics Hall of Famer and three-time U.S. Olympic Men's Team Head Coach — sits down for his first-ever long-form podcast interview on GymnasticsVille Podcast Episode 2. Kevin has coached Team USA to back-to-back Olympic medals, including the 2004 Athens silver medal (the first non-boycotted Olympic team medal since 1932) and the 2008 Beijing bronze. Today he leads EVO Gymnastics in Sarasota, Florida, where Brody Malone and Donnell Whittenburg both won gold at the 2025 World Championships in Jakarta. For hosts Mubarak Simmons and Taqiy Simmons, this conversation is personal. Both trained under Kevin at Houston Gymnastics Academy from 1999 to 2004. This is the interview they have been waiting 20 years to have. WHAT WE COVER: - How Brody Malone and Donnell Whittenburg won World Championship gold at EVO Gymnastics - The strategy behind Brody's high bar final and the Winkler decision - Coaching Team USA three weeks after September 11, 2001 - What made the 2004 Athens team the best in a generation - Why Kevin's first coaches meetings at EVO had zero gymnastics talk - The "Surrender to Win" philosophy and how it applies to athletes and coaches - Kevin's bold prediction for Team USA at LA 2028 ABOUT KEVIN MAZEIKA: - USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame, Class of 2010 - Three-time U.S. Olympic Men's Team Head Coach (2004, 2008, 2012) - 2004 Athens: Team Silver — first non-boycotted Olympic medal since 1932 - 2008 Beijing: Team Bronze - Head coach at four World Championships (2001, 2003, 2007, 2011) - Executive Director, EVO Gymnastics — Sarasota, Florida   FOLLOW GYMNASTICSVILLE: Website: https://gymnasticsville.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/gymnasticsville Newsletter: https://gymnasticsville.com

FM James Canty III joins Dojo Talks to talk about becoming the World Chessboxing Champion, how he got into boxing, and what it was like competing with Team USA in Serbia. The conversation also covers training, the connection between chess and combat sports, nootropics and performance, and Canty's current push for IM and GM norms. Join the Dojo - https://chessdojo.club Watch Live - https://twitch.tv/chessdojo Play Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojo Merch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Want to support the channel? Patreon - https://patreon.com/chessdojo Donate - https://streamelements.com/chessdojo/tip Find all of our chess book & supplies recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you. Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojo Discord: https://discord.gg/GhKsJtjpFw Twitter: https://twitter.com/chessdojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chessdojo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chessdojo Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips 0:00 Chessboxing World Champion James Canty 1:26 Creator, Streamer, Coach, or Competitor? 4:19 The Quests James Is Chasing Right Now 5:29 How James Got Into Boxing 10:33 Team USA and Winning Gold in Serbia 12:28 How Strong Is James as a Boxer? 18:35 Why He Might Retire From Chessboxing 22:00 Is Chessboxing Actually Growing? 35:46 PEDs, Nootropics, and Chess Performance 48:25 Fatherhood, Motivation, and the IM/GM Push

What does Team USA winning the gold medal in hockey have to do with real estate investing? In this episode, I break down three powerful lessons from the USA vs. Canada gold medal game and how they directly apply to success in real estate and business. From losing deals even when you do everything right, to how just one or two key plays can change everything, there are powerful parallels between sports and real estate investing.   Have a deal in Hudson Valley, Seattle or Delaware? Email: greg@velocityhousebuyers.com Instagram: @grego_37

For the first time since he won gold in Milan with Team USA at the Olympics we heard from Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck in a wide-ranging conversation which included Trade Deadline talk.

Aaron Torres and Jason Martin open this week's edition of the show discussing the Lakers' struggles and why Luka Doncic isn't the real problem despite everyone saying he is. The guys discuss why LeBron is the real issue with the Lakers and Rich Paul's podcast makes it even worse. The guys then discuss some highlights from the NFL Draft Combine before debating whether or not Team USA Hockey should be under fire for some players not showing up to The White House. Aaron and Jason then discuss Floyd Mayweather returning to the ring and why LeBron is hurting his legacy by continuing to play and create off the floor issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Guerin joins Chad with incredible and emotional stories about his experience in Italy watching the hockey team he built as GM win the gold medal.

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on February 26, 2026 Utah Mammoth Analyst Nick Olczyk made his weekly appearance on the show to recap Team USA Winning Gold and what that means for hockey in the country. Also, how did the Mammoth look in their return to action? Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge joined Jake & Ben to talk about the team - including Keyonte George's development this year and what it takes to pull off a big trade in the NBA.  Kevin Graham and Scotty G chime in to give their thoughts on Cincinnati suing Brendan Sorsby. 

The Locked On Mammoth Podcast host on Team USA men's & women's hockey winning gold, NHL back after the break, Mammoth's loss to the Avs + more

In this segment, Mark is joined by TJ Moe, a former Mizzou & NFL player and a Contributor to Fearless with Jason Whitlock on BlazeTV. Moe reacts to the political outrage over the patriotism shown by the USA Men's Gold Medal Hockey Team and more.

Episode 595 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features CBC Sports host Donnovan Bennett. In this podcast, we discuss our broad takeaways from the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics; how the Games looked on television; what this means for the L.A. Games in 2028; the politics of the moment and how that impacts Olympics heading forward; what the U.S. winning the men's gold medal hockey game means for the sport; what it means for the 2030 Olympic hockey tournament and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brodes hosted on WIP Monday night from 9pm-midnight asking how you felt watching USA win the gold medal?

David Haugh and Ruthie Polinsky shared their favorite moments from the Team USA men's hockey team winning the gold medal at the Winter Olympics.

8:00 - Lindy Ruff joins Jeremy and Joe to break down team USA's win over Canada and the return of the Sabres.

Andy shares his breakdown of both the men's and women's gold medal performances out in Milan and talked about the evolution of hockey since the 1980 miracle game.

Cole Bagley, Utah Mammoth insider for KSL Sports, joins the program to break down Team USA and their golden victory over Canada at the Milan-Cortina games.

Hour 3 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Sly Sylvester filling in Cole Bagley, Utah Mammoth insider for KSL Sports Utah Jazz at Houston Rockets Best and Worst of the Day

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Marc Cox, the Host of The Marc Cox Morning Show on 97.1 FM Talk every weekday morning from 5 to 9. Cox joins from Washington DC where he is set to attend President Trump's State of the Union on Tuesday evening. He previews what to expect and more. Mark is later joined by Marc Cox, the Host of The Marc Cox Morning Show on 97.1 FM Talk every weekday morning from 5 to 9. Cox joins from Washington DC where he is set to attend President Trump's State of the Union on Tuesday evening. He previews what to expect and more.

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on February 24, 2026 Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle talked on a radio show about his team getting fined $100k, and it sounds like something is not adding up.  Utah Mammoth Insider Cole Bagley joined to recap the Gold Medal Match between Team USA & Team Canada. Also, the Mammoth are back in action tomorrow.  The Utah State Aggies are having an exceptional season (again)

Utah Mammoth Insider Cole Bagley joined the show to talk about Team USA Winnning Gold over Team Canada and what that means for Hockey in the country. Also, the Mammoth are back in action tomorrow night.

Eddie finally owns up to it—apologizing to Kickoff Kevin for the bullying he feels him and Bobby have been doing about his tattoo. Then, NHL analyst Pierre McGuire breaks down what Team USA’s gold medal really means on the global stage, why this win hits different, and how it could shift the sport’s future. Plus, Tim Hardaway Sr joins us to talk about going from zero Division I offers to the NBA Hall of Fame, the mindset that carried him through rejection, and the lessons today’s players still need to hear. It’s accountability, legacy, and redemption—all in one episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2.23.26, Tarik El-Bashir from Monumental Sports joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to recap team USA Hockey winning the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics vs Canada and what it could mean for the NHL/Hockey moving forward.

Brodes joined the WIP Mid Day Show with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio to celebrate the USA Hockey Gold Medal!!

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, 1980 Team USA men's hockey standout Jack O'Callahan joined the show to reflect on the Americans beating Canada, 2-1, in overtime Sunday to win the gold medal. The 2026 team's gold medal was the first since O'Callahan and the "Miracle on Ice" team had won gold 46 years earlier. Later, Rahimi, Harris and Grote previewed the NFL Combine.

Moke Vogel joins G&D to discuss the 2nd half of Caps hockey plus the men's team taking gold at the Olympics.

AL Morganti joins Tom Kelly, Jody Mac, and Devan Kaney to talk about the USA Men's Hockey team winning gold in Milan after 46 years of waiting for a gold medal.

Mike Schopp and The Bulldog are joined by Paul Hamilton to talk about the U.S Men's hockey team winning Gold! Paul Shares his takeaways from the tournament as well as praises Tage for the tournament he had in limited playing time. Paul on what this win means for hockey and the player that caught his attention. Also injury updates for the Sabres

Eddie finally owns up to it—apologizing to Kickoff Kevin for the bullying he feels him and Bobby have been doing about his tattoo. Then, NHL analyst Pierre McGuire breaks down what Team USA’s gold medal really means on the global stage, why this win hits different, and how it could shift the sport’s future. Plus, Tim Hardaway Sr joins us to talk about going from zero Division I offers to the NBA Hall of Fame, the mindset that carried him through rejection, and the lessons today’s players still need to hear. It’s accountability, legacy, and redemption—all in one episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11:30am - Zach Jones and Derek Kramer discuss when USA player return to their NHL team after winning the gold medal

10-11am - Hour in full

10am - Zach Jones and Derek Kramer recap the USA winning gold over Canada in the final event of the 2026 Winter Olympics

2-23-2026: Wake Up Missouri with Randy Tobler, Stephanie Bell, John Marsh, and Producer Drake

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson share how they were feeling as they watched the USA beat Canada in the men's hockey gold-medal game on Sunday.

The Big 12 Radio host on a huge weekend for Big 12 men's basketball, BYU knocking off Iowa St, Houston vs Kansas tonight. Team USA winning hockey gold + more

Nick Wize has a big question: Are you taking the Bolts winning the Stanley Cup OR Team USA winning gold?

"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane died less than a year after revealing he was diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. CBS News contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what's known about the disease, including how common it is and potential risk factors. Former Prince Andrew was released by police following his arrest on Thursday, but the investigation into his ties to Jeffrey Epstein continues. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has always denied any wrongdoing. Ramy Inocencio has the latest. In 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson went on a first date in Milwaukee, but the next day her car was found burned and she was missing. An app on the teen's phone helped lead investigators to chilling surveillance video and her last movements. Mikaela Shiffrin says her third Olympic gold medal "does feel different." The U.S. skiing star broke her medal drought at the Winter Games in Italy, taking home the gold in the women's slalom. She reflected on her Olympic journey, challenges she's faced and grieving after the loss of her father in 2020. "Survivor" returns next week for its 50th season and features fan favorite contestants, including "The White Lotus" creator Mike White. He reflects on his time on the reality competition show, saying, "everybody in my business wants the Oscar. It's like you losers like I wanna win Survivor." Actors Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss speak with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "CIA," a spinoff of the "FBI" franchise. The duo talk about their conflicting characters, training for their roles and whether they know how this season ends as they continue to film. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TSN's Mark Masters shares news and notes from Canada's practice, the confidence level in Canada winning gold, and no Josh Morrissey for Canada.

Mike Schopp and Bulldog are joined By Chris Peters to talk about the Women winning Gold and get his expectations for the Men's semi finals and prediction for Gold Medal Match

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another episode of the Daniel Cormier Interview, and this time he sits down with one of the most decorated combat sports athletes of all time, Henry "Triple C" Cejudo! DC and Henry reminisce on their time together training and going to the Olympic games, and what it meant for Cejudo to win gold in Beijing. He won at age 21, which at the time made him the youngest American Olympic wrestling champion. Cormier and Cejudo talk about his "cringe" personality in the UFC and why that helped add to his ascension in the sport. And don't miss Henry reflect on his win over Demetrious Johnson, his business endeavors post fighting career, hard times growing up to become the fighter he did, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live with Tyler Yaremchuk and special guest, Rick Nash!Rick Nash is a Canadian hockey legend, and in this episode, he takes us deep behind the scenes of his three Olympic appearances. From the disappointment of Turin in 2006 as a 21-year-old kid to the absolute peak of pressure and glory winning Gold on home soil in Vancouver 2010, and finally the dominant run in Sochi 2014.We talk about the differences in team dynamics, what it's like walking into a room full of future Hall of Famers, and the advice he'd give to the next generation of Team Canada stars.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Episode 2 of Doing Well with Diabetes Season 2 focuses on “Overcoming Stigma in Sports,” highlighting two elite athletes living with type 1 diabetes outside the traditional Western spotlight. In part one, Rebeca Jara, a Costa Rican pole vaulter, shares her diagnosis at age seven, the transformational impact of attending diabetes camp as a teenager, and the long process of learning how stress, food, and insulin affect performance. She describes major competitions where high blood sugars, lack of fast-acting insulin, and broken vials wrecked her meets—and how she initially leaned on diabetes as an explanation for poor results. The turning point comes when a coach tries to keep her off a Central American team “because she has diabetes,” and she not only makes the squad but wins gold. That moment flips her internal narrative from “I can't because of diabetes” to “I'm capable, and I won't let others use diabetes as a reason to exclude me.” In part two, Ousman Ceesay from Gambia recounts being discriminated against and effectively cut from a football team because of his diabetes. Instead of quitting, he helps form a new team of players with diabetes, is named captain, and scores a decisive header in their first official match—against the very coach who rejected him. From there he becomes a leading advocate in Gambia, attacking myths about diabetes (like “it's only caused by sugar”) through social media, TV, and radio, while mentoring younger people with type 1 who are afraid to be seen. His motto, “All Is Well Like Never Before,” comes from a night of severe hypoglycemia, a morning spike, and the realization that despite diabetes, he can walk, see, and live independently—privileges many hospitalized people don't have. Together, Rebeca and Ousman show how stigma in sport can be confronted with preparation, persistence, and visibility, turning diabetes from a reason to be excluded into the engine for leadership and change. Chapters 01:36 – Meet Rebeca: Costa Rican Track & Field Athlete with T1D 02:53 – Diagnosis, Early Years, and Finding Diabetes Camp 06:31 – First Track Competitions and Stress-High Blood Sugars 09:21 – Central American Championship: Broken Insulin Vial and DNS-Level Highs 15:05 – Overcoming Lows and Highs in Competition 18:28 – Coach Tries to Exclude Rebeca Because of Diabetes 20:01 – Winning Gold and Changing the Narrative 22:19 – Advice to Her Younger Self and Enjoying Sport 23:22 – Rebeca's Online Presence: “Rebebetes” 24:12 – Meet Ousman: Gambian Footballer with T1D 24:49 – Being Cut for Having Diabetes and Forming a New Team 26:06 – First Game, Captain's Armband, and the Winning Header 28:58 – Beating the Coach Who Discriminated Against Him 29:32 – Misconceptions About Diabetes in Gambia 31:56 – Building a Public Advocate: Social Media, TV, and Radio 33:54 – Mentoring Young People and Normalizing Visibility 36:58 – Origin Story of “All Is Well Like Never Before” 40:31 – Turning Hypo/Hyper Swings into Gratitude and a Clothing Brand 42:31 – Health, Perspective, and Redefining “Well” 43:24 – Closing Reflections and Future Vision Resources: Rebeca' Instagram Young Leaders in Diabetes Young Leaders in Diabetes Instagram Ousman Ceesay Linkedin Ousman Ceesay Instagram

Olympic Gold Medallist Rhys McClenaghan joined Eoin Sheahan to dive into his journey to the Paris Olympics as well as his devastating loss in Tokyo. We'll also hear from his parents and his coach who gave us their account of the biggest moments in his career. Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz | #Stopthedrop

Olympic Gold Medallist Rhys McClenaghan joined Eoin Sheahan to dive into his journey to the Paris Olympics as well as his devastating loss in Tokyo. We'll also hear from his parents and his coach who gave us their account of the biggest moments in his career. Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz | #Stopthedrop

Kurt Angle. Known for his laser-focused determination, Kurt discusses how he overcame significant adversity, including winning an Olympic gold medal with a broken neck and reinventing himself from an amateur wrestling champion to a professional wrestling superstar. Rudy guides listeners through Kurt's strategic mindset, emphasizing the unwavering dedication necessary to achieve greatness.Kurt Angle's life, filled with both monumental successes and challenging setbacks, serves as a testament to perseverance and adaptation. From turning down a lucrative WWE contract to ultimately dominating the wrestling entertainment world, Kurt exemplifies the relentless pursuit of dreams. His stories are not only about overcoming physical impairments but also about breaking into new arenas and leaving a legacy. This episode offers a treasure trove of wisdom, detailing Kurt's transition to Hollywood, the demands of intense training, and his current passion as a committed husband and father.Key Takeaways:Relentless Determination: Kurt's journey illustrates the power of never giving up, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges, like winning an Olympic gold with a broken neck.Adaptation and Reinvention: Moving from amateur wrestling to WWE required Kurt to unlearn old habits and embrace a completely new form of entertainment.Importance of Consistent Effort: Success hinges on everyday discipline and exhausting training routines that set one apart from the competition.Handling Failures: Kurt emphasizes learning from failures and how they shape eventual success.Family and Personal Growth: Post-retirement, Kurt found immense satisfaction and personal growth through his role as a family man.Notable Quotes:"I was so laser focused on the Olympics that nothing else mattered.”"Knowing that having to have to attain an Olympic gold medal... I knew I had to work extremely hard.”"I wasn't going to let anything or anyone ruin that goal.”"I never dreamed about doing it, but was like, wow, I'm succeeding at something that I never thought I'd ever do.”"Whether you fail or succeed, as long as you try,Connect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

Nick Nanton is a 22-time Emmy Award-winning director, acclaimed storyteller, and the mastermind behind Impact Branding. He's renowned for transforming ordinary lives into extraordinary legacies through the power of narrative, having worked with legends and industry icons across boardrooms, backstages, and even the bourbon world. As an entrepreneur and creative visionary, Nick has built empires on connection, authenticity, and the relentless pursuit of standout stories. He's also the co-founder of The Difference bourbon with best-selling author Chris Voss, further proving his expertise in crafting unique, meaningful experiences both on and off the screen. Takeaways: ·        Build a World-Class Team: Nick's journey illustrates that you don't need to be an expert in everything. Surrounding yourself with talented people is the fastest way to bring bold ideas to life—whether it's launching a new bourbon or producing award-winning films. ·        Experience Outshines ROI: Nick emphasizes the value of delivering unforgettable experiences rather than focusing solely on monetary returns—when you prioritize experience, success and connections naturally follow. ·        Your Brand Is Your Story: The most powerful brands are those whose stories others tell before you even walk in the room. Craft your narrative intentionally, starting from your unique life experiences, and let authenticity drive your impact.  Sound Bites: "A brand is just a story—a great brand is a story that other people tell before you walk in the room." "Money is the cheapest commodity in the world—it's the unique experience and connection that make all the difference." "Being different is better than being better. You don't have to compete—you just have to stand out by being authentically you."    Connect & Discover Nick: Website: https://nicknanton.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicknanton/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicknanton/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicknanton?ref=ts X: https://x.com/nicknanton1 YouTube: @nicknanton5771