Matt Schuster had it all on paper—15 years in the advertising world world, a high-powered title, and a life built on climbing ladders. But behind the scenes, he was spiraling. In this episode of, Matt opens up about hitting a wall with mental health, walking away from his career, and slowly rebuilding from scratch—first as a father and husband, then as a triathlete, and now as the co-founder of Adra Labs.

From learning to separate his identity from the voice of self-doubt to qualifying for Kona and launching a protein bar company focused on real science, Matt shares a raw and hopeful blueprint for redefining success. If you've ever battled burnout, struggled with internal validation, or wondered what it really takes to start over—this one's for you.

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In this episode, we dive deep with John Calabrese—ultrarunner, Navy veteran, caregiver, and single dad. From military life during 9/11 to battling addiction and finding new purpose through caregiving and the ultrarunning community, John shares raw, funny, and deeply moving insights on what it means to survive, adapt, and keep showing up.

He opens up about parenting through guilt, hallucinating Pikachu during 100-mile races, and why running won’t fix you—but it might introduce you to the people who can help. Whether you’ve been through a divorce, battled addiction, or just want to understand why some of us chase pain on purpose, this episode is a testament to resilience, real talk, and rediscovering peace one mile at a time. Plus: Why the Barkley Fall Classic is both ridiculous and irresistible, how caregiving changed his life, and why sleep might be the real finish line.

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In this deeply honest and moving episode of Stupid Questions with Seth Hill, professional triathlete Lydia Russell shares the journey that brought her from a childhood of competitive swimming to the pro triathlon circuit—all while carrying the weight of personal loss and learning to lead with both her head and her heart.

Lydia opens up about her nonlinear path through college athletics, the coaching struggles that almost broke her, and the pivotal mindset shifts that helped her find joy and purpose in training again. She shares how losing her father just months ago reshaped her perspective on life, racing, and what it means to leave an impact. From her spiritual roots in Quaker schooling to her candid thoughts on mental health, grief, and identity, Lydia invites us into her world with depth, vulnerability, and humor.

This is not just a conversation about racing—it's about resilience, legacy, and learning to show up fully, even when life hits hard.

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TTL IG: https://www.instagram.com/that.triathlonlife/

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In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation, Australian Olympian and professional triathlete Aaron Royle opens up about the true cost—and beauty—of chasing greatness. From early swim meets at age 9 to standing on the Olympic start line, Aaron reflects on how identity, drive, and self-worth are shaped by sport, and what happens when the finish line feels further than ever.

Aaron and Seth dive into deep topics: imposter syndrome, the fear of the unknown, life after sport, and how true support systems make or break an athlete’s journey. Aaron shares honest thoughts about Olympic highs and lows, growing up in a working-class family of Greyhound trainers, and how he’s slowly learning to appreciate his accomplishments without needing outside validation.

This episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom for any athlete wondering what comes after the podium—and why perseverance often matters more than winning.

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Stupid Questions with Seth Hill, retired Olympian and world-class triathlete Tim Don opens up. From the highs of breaking world records to the devastating lows of a near career-ending neck injury, Tim walks us through what it means to truly rebuild—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Tim shares what it was like growing up in the "Silicon Valley of endurance sport," raising a family while traveling the world as a pro, and navigating the pain of watching his daughter undergo emergency brain surgery. He reflects on identity, depression, the flawed systems in elite sport, and what it means to find real success outside the spotlight. This episode is more than a triathlon story—it's about being human. About redefining purpose, rediscovering joy, and learning how to keep going even when the path forward is unclear.
The Man with The Halo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=UhjIchwAkAU&t=1s
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Hillary shares her journey from academia to professional trail running, shaped by her scientist parents and a strong support system. She opens up about a life-changing accident, recovery, and the mental resilience it required. Themes of community, authenticity, spirituality, and redefining success run throughout, as she prepares to host a retreat focused on connection and personal growth.
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On this episode of Stupid Questions, Seth Hill sits down with Nigerian Olympian and national record holder Edose Ibadin for an honest, insightful, and deeply human conversation that goes far beyond split times and podiums. Edose opens up about the mental battles that come with high-stakes racing, the injury that nearly derailed his Olympic dreams, and the inner work it took to stay motivated when things didn’t go according to plan. They explore how his faith anchors him, the lessons he learned from his Nigerian-American upbringing, and what it truly means to find success — not just in results, but in the pursuit itself.
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In this episode of Stupid Questions, Seth sits down with professional triathlete and podcast host Steph Clutterbuck for a powerful and honest conversation about ambition, identity, and what it really takes to build a life in endurance sport. From her early days as a competitive swimmer to rowing at university and now racing Ironmans professionally, Steph shares the highs, lows, and everything in between.

Steph’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/stephclutterbuck/
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Seth sits down with Michael D’hulst — founder and CEO of SuperTri (formerly Super League Triathlon). From growing up in Belgium with lawyer parents to pioneering global triathlon formats, Michael opens up about his winding path through corporate life at Volkswagen, launching Challenge Taiwan, and ultimately co-founding SuperTri.

They explore what it means to be an entrepreneur, how short-course racing could be the future of triathlon, and what Michael sees as the greatest needs for the sport to thrive. Michael shares stories of grit, global travel, family integration, and trusting your gut—even when the data says otherwise. A powerful look into the mindset of a visionary redefining endurance sports.

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Jason Schiers opens up about his journey through trauma, anger, and resilience, turning hardship into fuel for personal and entrepreneurial growth. He shares insights on authenticity, emotional intelligence, and the role of service in finding peace. The conversation also touches on his evolving view of God, the power of communication, and the struggle to uphold integrity and quality in business—especially within today’s bike industry.Jason’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-schiers-4a554236/ SQ Newsletter: https://stupidquestions.show/pages/contact