Bottle.It Podcast

In this episode, Beau opens up about discovering a newfound purpose after a massive year in sport and mental health advocacy. From navigating the emotional highs of the Kona Ironman World Championships to the lessons learned in showing up with heart for yourself and your community, this is a raw and reflective conversation.

Its at this stage your realising ChatGPT is now doing our captions, efficient AF.

We also dive into the power of storytelling — how sponsorships and speaking gigs are evolving into platforms for real impact, not just performance. If you’re chasing goals, building something bigger than yourself, or just need a hit of honesty and hope — this one's for you.

 Missed the **Cairns Ironman Review**? Catch the earlier episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uOlHFgNzx9gGfnuuGGFxU?si=C6NIN0g7S2Ogu_iVFUixcQ&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A0A24nVuzoN8dlg8eSvMcLW

A few of the Key Speakers at the Ironman ambassador event.

Billy Monger (United Kingdom): A former racing driver and double amputee who competed in Kona to raise funds for Comic Relief .

Jeff and Johnny Agar (USA): A father-son duo, with Johnny living with cerebral palsy, who returned to Kona after a previous attempt in 2016.

Jonathan Pascual (USA): A cancer survivor and Legacy Athlete with over 15 IRONMAN finishes.

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Road to the 2444!

A quick on the roll reflection as to what makes Ironman Australia so bloody special.  Our fourth year here, we absolutely love it. Come learn why 

Join me as I reflect on the race of all races, the Kona Ironman World Championships. It has been a few months since I found my way up the Red Carpet, and it was unreal to sit down and work my way through the race in story mode.

As highlighted, this is a Race Review, I tried to keep it factual and race related, I look forward to dropping part 2 were i unpack the Mental Health Journey, and dive deeper into some of the elements that made the great day as big as it was! 

The next part will also allow me space to answer any questions you have regarding Kona and/or my story. Really keen to motivate as many humans as possible to pursue their own Ironman journeys in 2025! 

Episode 3 Following Bottle.It Founder Beau Jones' journey to the Ironman World Championships at Kona in 2024. 

This episode comes live from the Queen K as we head back to Waikoloa after a morning check in. Quick recap of the IronKids race, Parade of Nations, look at the Queen K with a cameo from Sam Musgrove, and an unpacking of the world champs athlete bags.

Episode is available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/I-2xOgPGBUE?si=Bpx9v5eRBdlWPRsK

Full Ironman Documentary - Beau's PTSD/Ironman story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjpzRcCpOhc
Kona ticket announcement - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=488697967029112
Bottle.It on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_bottleit/

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Episode 2 Following Bottle.It Founder Beau Jones' journey to the Ironman World Championships at Kona in 2024. 

This episode features an insight into coming off my bike 3 days before we flew out, nothing like a quick hospital trip to excite the nerves. A huge shout out to some special legends who have made this Ironman prep so special, from Port Mac, all the way to the red carpet! And an explanation as to why it's been hard to drop content. Enjoy.

Episode is available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/gRw9vcZ9V5g?si=IxYFhkbzgJYsvJ1A

Full Ironman Documentary - Beau's PTSD/Ironman story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjpzRcCpOhc
Kona ticket announcement - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=488697967029112
Bottle.It on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_bottleit/

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Episode 1 Following Bottle.It Founder Beau Jones' journey to the Ironman World Championships at Kona in 2024. This episode features an insight into the relationship between Bottle.It and Ironman, but also the parallels of training for an Ironman and the pursuit of Positive Mental Health.

Episode is available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/d-d4N1lM26Y
Full Ironman Documentary - Beau's PTSD/Ironman story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjpzRcCpOhc
Kona ticket announcement - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=488697967029112
Bottle.It on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_bottleit/

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Training Plans from RPG Coaching - Discount Code " BOTTLEIT" 30% OFF - https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/rpgcoaching?_gl=1%2A1m4cnyd%2A_ga%2AMTg5NzgzMw..%2A_ga_Z2LEWBWKBD%2AMTcwNTQ1MjA5OS4yLjEuMTcwNTQ1MjQ5OS4zMS4wLjA
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This week on Bottle.It Podcast we are joined by the mechanic responsible for getting Biggsy's body through 48 hours of running for our Fundraiser in December. Biggsy isn't your usual runner, he is strong and carries a big frame from years of rugby and paddling surf boards. He was continually being told his body wasn't built for the sport, let alone 48 hours of it. Luckily, he had a mindset that refused to listen, and when you pair that with a expert who is passionate in efficient movement, you get an injury free 48 hour run.

It was unreal to have Jon in the studio to learn more about how he got Biggsy going, his history in the field, common mistakes by runners and running professionals, as well as discussing the future. We hope you enjoyed the chat, and be sure to follow Jon's work, or seek him out for a consultation/assessment.

https://themapmovement.com/
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Join Sideline as we grab some of Bottle.Its finest for a quick debrief at Cairns Ironman // 70.3. An absolute must race/visit event for anyone keen to legit race in paradise. We consider ourselves very fortunate to not only have Athletes racing, but to be able to get each year and support them.

Tim Reed - 3.45 - RPG Coach // 3 x 70.3 World Champ

Luke O'Shea - 5.30 - @theother12hours Event Photographer for Wynn 

Noah Finnimore - 6.35 - Bottle.It Athlete / 70.3 Relay swim leg

Mack Newton Jones - 7.37 - Finish line interview/ Bottle.It Athlete/PB getter

Sam Musgrave - 9.55 - 70.3 Overall Winner / RPG Athlete interviewed by his Coach Tim Reed and myself

Rhys Corbishley- 15.52 - 1st AG / 6th overall 70.3 Cairns

Thanks for listening.

Story telling in sport is one of the most powerful tools used to access a range of poweful emotions within the audience. There wouldn't be an athlete in the world who hasn't had a poster on their wall, an image burned into their retina, a before photo, a inspirational photo or quote that rolls through their brain when the alarm goes off at 430am.

We are incredibly fortunate here at Bottle.It to not only be surrounded by some amazing athletes, but we also have formed amazing friendships with some absolute legends on the otherside of the lens. A thankless bunch of humans that share the same work hours as the athletes, but ensure they are in the right spot, at the right time, to capture the fuel mentioned above in the first paragraph. 

Luke O'Shea's work captured my eye early, (full disclosure, massive fan boy, and also enjoy time behind a lens, so found a creative similarity, not talent). He's ability to capture a raw pulled back, or extreme close up to tell another angle of a story always interested me. Rather than chase logos or cliche images that often lead to greater financial reward, he's found a lane navigating both. 

His linkedin page reads like a explore page of most triathletes, brands like Wyn Republic, Rapha and 2XU all feature prominently. Recent work with the Sydney FC Women's side showcasing the journey from debutants to now Back to Back premiership winners. Another example of quality imagery showcasing stories that provide purpose.

We discuss creativity behind the lens, the pursuit of the perfect image, working with Brands/Athletes whilst remaining true to one's own values/style. And genuinely just talk it out. I'm grateful he's work caught my eye, I said g'day, and now can call him a mate, my conversations always leave me recharged creatively and I hope this shared convo provides the same for you.

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Luke's Work Portfolio -

https://luke-oshea.pixpa.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaam0sQu2nxqdPfmIwgtEZFQhToymNWN5LQ1fJLF4_1Ur7K0VbhG-D1iicI_aem_AaSLjZ8Jvp3wSKht9qnsd9YqAf5NJpMVmQ9FUwgze4MhSA1JLTqlQ4y6edAxcFNNCEOZbufxoDXQCFfohSRBg682

Luke's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother12hours?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

The Collaboration you never knew you needed until now. WNOW has been doing amazing work in the Mens Mental Health space, so when mates within a few communities here in the Eastern Suburbs reached out about combining the two movements on an Ironman Suit, it was simply a no brainer. 

WNOW meet every Wednesday morning at 6am for a conversation, an exercise, and a space to not feel alone. With a variety of locations not only here in Australia, but world wide, we are excited to introduce this movement to Friends of the Floral that may not have heard about this community.
 https://www.instagram.com/w__n__o__w?igsh=MWxkMXp0NzVnY3FndQ==

Mack Newton Jones & Cormac Walsh drop into the Bottle.It studio to discuss their journey with WNOW and the upcoming Cairns Ironman where the Floral/WNOW Suits will be flying around under the Palms. With 2 Athletes racing the 70.3, Mack and Jack Foster, and Cormac and Josh Hardy racing the full. We speak about their training, mindset and what ironman has bought to their lives.

This conversation touches on a variety of common topics that arise with Mens Mental Health, and it is refreshing AF to once again be reminded that we have an involved community pursuing the Positve, the Light, rather than being absorbed by the Dark.

We make reference to Cormacs Dad being a sounding board for advice, then with him moving to Aus, missing that closeness to discuss life. I circle back and reference that loss, and it may appear that his father has passed. We assure you that he is alive and well, and this isn't a memorial episode. 

Thankyou for listening and supporting Bottle.It. The YouTube link will be made available during the week.

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