Letz Talk Sport

A Fly On The Wall - Elite Coaching Ep.1

Embark on a journey into the realm of elite coaching with our two-part episode hosted by Lëtz Talks Sport Host Jun Yong. Featuring Professor Fraser Carson, the distinguished head of Lunex University, James Kent, the coach of Stade Monaco 7s, and Kevin Rutare, a former high jumper turned strength and conditioning coach for the National Football Lionesses. Discover their captivating journeys and glean valuable insights from these exceptional coaches who call Luxembourg home and are leaving a lasting impact on the sports world.

Esch basketball player Merlin Hurt joins Nathan and Daniel for Episode 216

Just before the closing ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games. Merlin's life is thriving, and her upcoming season is set to take on a new direction. And the World's Paralympians start to arrive in Paris. It's a summer of sport that keeps on giving!

Hosts Nathan Sneyd, Jun Yong, and Daniel Kaiser create the perfect trifecta that bring electrifying spice to the Olympics!

In the 215th episode of Lëtz Talk Sport, the dream team trio dive headfirst into the infectious excitement of the 2024 Olympic Games. This high-octane episode is undeniably one of the most vibrant and spirited editions of LTS to date!

Jun enthusiastically recounts her time in Paris, cheering on her home country of Malaysia in the badminton event, where they clinched two impressive medals. Meanwhile, Daniel joins the conversation after an action-packed sporting weekend in Amsterdam.

While sports news may take a back seat in this episode, rest assured that the usual dose of entertaining fun facts is sprinkled throughout.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone craving a blend of dynamic energy, passion, and pure fun!

Nathan sits down with Rugby Coach Jonathan Flynn to discuss a variety of sports topics and history, notably, on the 30th anniversary of the 1984 Blackwash

The conversation kicks off with Jonathan's passion for Celtic FC, delving into its rivals. Jonathan “hits a six” when he links the number 214 to the 1984 Blackwash. They also touch on the topics of sports and history, reflecting on Jesse Owens' historic second Gold medal win at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

Additionally, the episode features updates on Round 1 of the BGL Football League, with special guest Anthony Perez joining the discussion.

Nathan and Jun engage in a friendly competition with 213 facts while delving into the nitty gritty details of the global history of sports.

Jun surprises Nathan with a MotoGP fact, drawing from her experience on the grid, while Nathan shares his unwavering support for rugby and takes a moment to send birthday wishes to some of the sporting stars.

The dynamic duo revisit the unforgettable moments of the 2024 Olympics, featuring the 13 dedicated athletes from Luxembourg. One particular hair-raising moment of note includes Jun's shocking detail of the American triathlete, Seth Rider. He definitely made headlines by sharing his unique approach to building resilience: by exposing himself to E. coli in his daily life. The question remains whether he really ceased from washing his hands as part of his warm-up routine to prepare for swimming in the Seine.

Tune in as experts weigh in on this unusual practice.

The fabulous emcee, sports moderator and journalist, Jun Yong cohosts with Nathan while Alex Evangelakakis makes a return to the studio to chat coaching.

What does episode 212 have in store for its listeners? The usual captivating experience with a lineup of diverse and talented individuals but with a globally recognized cohost!

Alex Evangelakakis shares the ins and outs of his journey back to Southampton FC and the club's remarkable promotion to the Premier League. Alex discusses his role as a coach and the pivotal responsibilities he holds towards the players and the club.

Joining the Letz Talk Sport team for the first time is co-host Jun Yong, a multilingual talent with a wealth of experience in event hosting and sports journalism. Jun has worked as an event emcee and moderator across Europe and Asia, covering industries ranging from future mobility to sports. With a decade of experience as a TV host and sports journalist, Jun has reported on professional leagues such as Football, Table Tennis, Badminton, and Basketball. She hosted MotoGP 2023 for SPOTV.

Additionally, Anthony Perez returns from a summer break, ready to provide updates on local football and the exciting developments in Luxembourg teams as they gear up for the BGL league.

As the Olympics unfold, the Lëtz Talk Team dives into a plethora of sporting topics, offering a decent view of the latest events and news in the world of sports.

The dynamic mix of voices, expert analysis, and engaging discussions are all part of what has put Lëtz Talk Sport on the map!

Nathan chats with Katia Nellies, an eloquent and kind Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighter, who greeted him with the words, "We won’t hit, but we can choke you."

Nothing short of a darn good sport Katia threw Nathan her “Gi” to wear for the duration of the show….

Katia, a recent graduate of St. George's School, is on the cusp of retiring as the club secretary for Fight Team Impact in Livange as she pursues studies beyond our borders. Her inspiring words give us every reason to consider taking up the sport although might scare the average spectator. She also emphasized the importance of discipline in the sport, mentioning that her persistence is the key to having success. We find out about Katia’s elation when she pulled off the “The crucifix” manoeuvre and shared her embarrassing moment when giving her fellow fight a good old whack on the backside after he succeed in moving up a belt.

In other aspects to the show the media is abuzz with Paris 2024 content as several sports events have commenced two days earlier than the Opening Ceremony. Shockingly, several Canadian coaches from the women’s football team have already been sent home for their misdemeanors due to unsportsmanlike behavior, leaving the rest of the football squad rather red-faced.

It's the 2024 Olympics week! All the main events in sport are covered: Tour De France to golf to the 13th Formula 1 races at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Host, Nathan and Co-host, Daniel Kaiser rip into the latest in sports, from the unique finish of the Tour De France in Nice to the soggy golf action at "Troon" and the thrilling Formula 1 race at the Hungarian Grand Prix which is the 13th race of 24 that’s had seven different winners.

Despite the excitement in sports, security concerns cast a shadow over the upcoming Paris Olympics, only 6 days away! The boys ponder the confidence of Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, who recently took a symbolic plunge into the Seine to showcase its safety before the games.

Daniel's knowledge is put to the test as the duo take a deep dive into the memorable year of 2010. They highlight the significance of the number 210 in sports, paying tribute to notable athletes like Niklas Ekberg, Eli Panning, Jim Otto, Alun Wyn Jones, and the intriguing stats on Sakha vs Ronaldo.

Banny from "Oki Poki" joins in from the picturesque Big Lake, where wild horses roam, offering a unique perspective from down under. This episode is packed with sports insights and historical moments from July 21st including Brian Lara’s completion of “a pair”. Yes, you read that right. Tuck in.

It's a deep dive into the world of contact sports which meands Nathan and James analyse both Rugby League and Rugby Union.

The State of Origin series, a fierce rivalry between Queensland (Maroons) and New South Wales (Blues) in Australia, takes center stage. The NSW Blues clinch their first series victory since 2021. Since the series began in 1982, Queensland is left holding the overall lead with 24 series wins while NSW lands with a few less, at 17.

The number 209 brings focus to another intense rivalry between the New Zealand All Blacks and the South African Springboks, with a mention of Rohit Sharma breaking away from the rugby theme with his sporting achievements.

In a nod to sports history, Luxembourg's Nicolas Franks is recognized for his accomplishments in the 1927 Tour de France.

Banny calls in from “Oki-Poki Dunedin”, providing some light-hearted commentary on the experience of playing in a 3rd & 4th playoff.

And yet ANOTHER Olympic Athlete! The boys have an in-depth chat with Table Tennis player Sarah De Nutt re food, style and correct vocabulary!

Sarah delightfully discusses her love of Japanese cuisine at the Tokyo games as well as the different styles of table tennis rackets (or bats). She also enlightens the boys about the impact of small and large pimples on the racket (or is it bat?)

Nathan and Jordan delve into the deep discussion as to why simply participating is not enough to achieve Olympic gold and how to inspire future generations.

They reflect on Sarah's favourite moments in the game and uncover her competitive nature and raise questions as to whether it originated from sibling rivalry growing up in her household. This is definitely one of the more notable discussions and interestingly unpacks the lengths she would go to in order to succeed.

Musing on five years ago to 2019 on this very date, they revisit an Epic Sunday in the UK with thrilling drama in cricket, tennis, and Formula 1. It was a unique moment where all three sports experienced intense excitement and unfolding drama, creating a must-watch spectacle.

Always fans of numbers, they can't forget some remarkable sporting moments associated with 208, tying in perfectly with Episode #208.

Both hosts and listeners are grateful Sarah De Nutt came in several days before traveling to her 2nd Olympic games. We all wish her all the best and hope she knows that all of Luxembourg is cheering for her!