In this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, we’re joined by Ben, a former professional rugby union player who transitioned into ultra-endurance running. 🏃‍♂️🔥 Ben’s running accomplishments include the Atacama Crossing, Bali Hope, and the Kosci 100, and now he’s preparing for one of the toughest races in the world, the TDS race at UTMB.

We also discuss how Ben balances his passion for endurance running with his business, Recoverylab, a recovery and wellness center. This episode is a deep dive into Ben’s journey from professional sports to entrepreneurship and extreme endurance events.

Key Topics:

• Transition from rugby to ultra running

Rugby to ultra running, Ultra marathon training, TDS race UTMB, Atacama Crossing, Endurance athlete mindset, Recoverylab business, Professional athlete transition, Running extreme races, Endurance race preparation, Ultra running challenges

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #UltraRunning #EnduranceAthlete #TDSRace #UTMB #BenRecoverylab #AtacamaCrossing #Kosci100 #FitnessJourney #Entrepreneurship #RunningMindset #PodcastAustralia #RugbyToRunning #BaliHopeChallenge #EnduranceTraining #RecoveryAndWellness

Warren Proctor was a former Professional Fighter, Commando in the Australian Army Special Forces, Combat Veteran, Ultra Marathon Runner, Adventure Race Athlete and Mountaineer. We covered all the topics above, and his mindset and mentality that has seen him conquer many challenges in life.

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by James Fantasia, a former SANFL player, SANFL General Manager of Game Development, Adelaide Football Club Recruiting Manager, Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn Football General Manager, and the current CEO of Norwood Football Club. 🏉🏆

We explore the world of AFL football club management, discussing recruitment dynamics, leadership in sports, and the challenges of managing professional teams. James shares his experiences in recruiting top talent, overseeing game development, and the mindset required for building successful teams in professional football.

Key Topics:

• James’s journey from SANFL player to football club management

James Fantasia, AFL football management, Football club CEO, Talent recruitment, Norwood Football Club, Sports management, Football leadership, Building elite teams, Game development in AFL, Sports executive experience

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #JamesFantasia #AFLManagement #FootballRecruitment #NorwoodFootballClub #FootballClubCEO #BuildingEliteTeams #PodcastAustralia #SportsLeadership #AFLRecruitment #FootballManagement #LinkInBio

On this episode of 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Gabe, an athlete, track cyclist, and model who faced a life-changing moment when a gym injury led to the amputation of his right arm. 💪🚴‍♂️ Gabe’s story is one of remarkable resilience, perseverance, and overcoming adversity.

We discuss his journey from the initial shock of losing his arm to training for the Australian Paralympic team with hopes of competing in the 2028 Paralympics. Gabe’s inspiring path showcases the power of determination, the human spirit, and his unwavering passion for life and sport.

Key Topics:

• Gabe’s journey as a track cyclist before his injury

Gabe, Track cyclist, Paralympic hopeful, Amputation recovery, Athlete perseverance, Paralympic training, Overcoming adversity, Road to 2028 Paralympics, Inspirational athlete, Disability and sports, Athlete resilience

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #Gabe #Paralympics2028 #Resilience #TrackCyclist #AthletePerseverance #AmputationRecovery #OvercomingAdversity #ParalympicHopeful #DisabilityAndSports #PodcastAustralia #LinkInBio #AthleteResilience #ParalympicJourney

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ryan Fox, a former rifleman, paratrooper, combat veteran, firefighter, and now a successful business and gym owner. 🪖🇦🇫 Ryan and I deployed to Afghanistan in 2012, and we talk about everything from our military experiences to the challenges of returning home after deployment.

We explore Ryan’s transition from military to civilian life, his journey from being a firefighter to building his own business, and how his military background has influenced his approach to leadership and resilience. This episode offers valuable lessons on adaptability, perseverance, and finding new purpose after military service.

Key Topics:

• Deployment to Afghanistan in 2012

Ryan Fox, Afghanistan 2012, Military to civilian life, Combat veteran stories, Paratrooper experiences, Veteran business owners, Firefighter to entrepreneur, Resilience in veterans, Afghanistan war experiences, Veteran mental health

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #RyanFox #Afghanistan2012 #CombatVeteran #MilitaryLife #VeteranStories #GymOwner #VeteranResilience #FirefighterToEntrepreneur #AfghanistanWar #Paratrooper #VeteranBusiness #PodcastAustralia #LifeAfterDeployment #MilitaryToCivilianLife #VeteranLeadership #LinkInBio

On this episode of 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by Kendrick Louis, a professional athlete, 2020 Nutri-Grain Ironman Series Champion, and owner of Louis Media and The Morning Club. 🌊🏅 Kendrick shares his journey as an elite athlete, discussing his disciplined morning routines, the sacrifices he’s made, and how he balances his sports career with family life and running successful businesses.

We dive deep into the mindset required to compete at the highest level and explore how Kendrick’s routine and resilience have helped him achieve greatness in both sport and business.

Key Topics:

• Kendrick’s journey as the 2020 Nutri-Grain Ironman Champion

Kendrick Louis, Nutri-Grain Ironman Champion, Athlete routine, Morning routines, Athlete sacrifice, Professional sports mindset, Balancing family and business, Louis Media, Ironman training, Discipline for success

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #KendrickLouis #IronmanSeries #NutriGrainChampion #MorningRoutine #AthleteResilience #AthleteSacrifice #LouisMedia #MorningClub #FamilyAndBusinessBalance #PodcastAustralia #LinkInBio #SportsAndBusiness

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Tom Jonas, former AFL player and captain of the Port Adelaide Football Club, who has now transitioned into the business world as a co-owner of Heydiddle Wines. 🏉🍇 We discuss Tom’s football career, his experiences in leadership roles on and off the field, and his transition to life after footy.

Tom shares the lessons he learned from being an AFL captain, the challenges of balancing family life and business, and how he’s applying his leadership skills in his new role as an entrepreneur.

Key Topics:

• Tom’s football career and leadership at Port Adelaide FC

Tom Jonas, Port Adelaide Football Club, AFL captain, Life after football, Leadership in sports, Heydiddle Wines, Athlete to entrepreneur, AFL career transition, Business after sports, Family and business balance

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #TomJonas #PortAdelaideFC #AFL #FootballLeadership #HeydiddleWines #AthleteToEntrepreneur #AFLRetirement #LifeAfterFooty #BusinessOwner #PodcastAustralia #LeadershipInSports #FamilyAndBusinessBalance #LinkInBio #FootballCareerTransition

John Platten is a father, husband, former VFL/AFL player, Brownlow Medalist, business owner and much more. We discussed his early life, growing up being 1-9 children in housing trust, losing his father at the age of 18 and the amazing career he had.

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by Steve McKenna, a professional Ironman athlete, father, husband, and business owner of Nerd Belts. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ We take an honest look at the realities of being a professional athlete, including the sacrifices and mental toughness required to succeed, while balancing the demands of family life and running a business.

Steve opens up about his journey, discussing the challenges of Ironman training, the toll it takes on both mind and body, and how he navigates the work/life balance that so many athletes and entrepreneurs face. This episode offers insights into what it truly takes to be an elite athlete and a successful business owner.

Key Topics:

• Steve’s journey as a professional Ironman athlete

Steve McKenna, Ironman athlete, Athlete sacrifices, Work/life balance, Triathlon podcast, Family and business balance, Athlete entrepreneurship, Nerd Belts, Elite athlete mindset, Ironman training

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #SteveMcKenna #IronmanAthlete #TriathlonLife #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalAthlete #SacrificesInSports #NerdBelts #AthleteEntrepreneurship #FamilyAndAthleteLife #IronmanTraining #PodcastAustralia #EliteAthleteMindset #SportsBalance #LinkInBio

In this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Brett Sparnon, a father, husband, and exercise physiologist specializing in workplace health and wellbeing. Brett is also a strong leader in his local community, sports, and business. 🏉📚 We discuss James Kerr’s book Legacy, which highlights the New Zealand All Blacks and their winning culture, on and off the field.

Brett also shares his personal Ironman journey, revealing what went wrong during his first attempt and how he’s preparing for another Ironman later this year. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ This episode offers valuable lessons in leadership, resilience, and the grit required to overcome challenges.

Key Topics:

• Brett’s career as an exercise physiologist and workplace health expert

Brett Sparnon, Exercise physiologist, Leadership in sports, Workplace wellbeing, James Kerr Legacy, New Zealand All Blacks, Ironman training, Athlete resilience, Overcoming challenges, Workplace health

#2WorldsCollidePodcast #BrettSparnon #ExercisePhysiologist #LeadershipInSports #LegacyBook #NewZealandAllBlacks #IronmanJourney #AthleteResilience #WorkplaceWellbeing #PodcastAustralia #IronmanTraining #LinkInBio #OvercomingChallenges #CommunityLeadership