In this conversation, Seth interviews Scott Tindal, discussing various topics ranging from recording equipment to childhood memories and experiences. Scott shares his experiences with upgrading recording equipment and the challenges he faced. They also discuss Scott's background, including growing up in a small town, his love for yabbying and reptile collecting, and his mother's illness and its impact on his life. Scott also talks about his time in boarding school and the valuable experiences and connections he gained. The conversation concludes with a discussion of Scott's academic and sporting achievements. Scott Tindal discusses his journey through sports, education, and professional work, including his experiences in rugby and with the Maple Leafs. He shares how he transitioned from working in professional sports to becoming a co-founder of Fuel In, a training-based nutrition app. Fuel In provides personalized and periodized nutrition programs based on an individual's training regimen, syncing with training platforms like TrainingPeaks and offering specific nutrition recommendations. Scott also discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship and the future plans for Fuel In. In this conversation, Scott Tindal discusses the cost and benefits of using Fueling, highlighting its personalized and expert-driven approach. He emphasizes the credibility of the Fueling team, which includes nutrition experts with extensive education and experience. Scott also introduces the AI food tracker feature, which simplifies food tracking for athletes. He shares his experience as an entrepreneur and the challenges and rewards that come with it. Scott discusses the impact of entrepreneurship on relationships and the importance of stress management. He also talks about his partner's startup, Inner Edition, and the benefits of myoinositol. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the mental stress of entrepreneurship and the value of seeking therapy.

Katie Zaferes discusses her move to North Carolina and her training routine. She talks about swimming with open-water swimmer Ashley and Paralympian Morgan Stickney. Katie explains her participation in the Super Tri E format and the pressure to earn points for the World Triathlon Championship Series. She reflects on her upbringing in Hampstead, Maryland, and her close relationship with her siblings. Katie also shares her gratitude and the importance of surrounding herself with a supportive community. Katie Zaferes discusses her upbringing and how her parents influenced her character and outlook on life. She describes her parents' parenting style, with her mom being more involved and her dad working a 9-5 job but being present on weekends and vacations. They were both supportive and encouraged her to have fun and enjoy her activities. Katie reflects on her own personality and how she has become risk-averse and dislikes getting in trouble. She also talks about her transition from running to triathlon and how she fell into the sport, eventually committing to it and pursuing her Olympic dreams. Katie shares advice on parenting and embracing the messiness of childhood. Katie Zaferes discusses her difference in parenting styles with her husband Tommy, highlighting her role as the worrier and his as the disciplinarian. She also talks about how her body positivity mindset changed after becoming a mother, feeling more confident and caring less about what others think. Zaferes shares her experience as part of the Athleta Power of She Collective and the impact it has had on her. She discusses her Planks and Pajamas initiative, where she leads 10-minute core workouts on Instagram and the importance of gratitude journaling in her life. Zaferes reflects on her Olympic journey and the possibility of long-course racing in the future. She offers advice to high-performing moms and career-driven individuals, emphasizing the importance of finding balance and not comparing oneself to others.

Justin Slade shares the story behind Aqua Bears, a swim team he started. He explains how the name and logo were inspired by his own swimming experiences and the desire to create a unique swim team. Justin also discusses the importance of owning his own water and how it allows him to create a personalized and enjoyable experience for his swimmers. He emphasizes the joy of coaching and the satisfaction of seeing his swimmers succeed. Justin reflects on his childhood memories of swimming and the competitive drive that fueled his passion for the sport. In this part of the conversation, Justin Slade discusses the influence of his personality on his coaching career and how his ego and insecurity have shaped his coaching style. He also talks about the importance of belief in coaching and the unknown factors in swimming performance. Justin opens up about his identity as an addict and the role of a higher power in his recovery. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the concept of God and the importance of verbalizing thoughts. In this conversation, Justin Slade discusses the importance of connecting with a higher power and living by spiritual principles. He emphasizes the need to check in with oneself and strive for gratitude and humility. Justin also shares his joy in watching his son grow and witnessing the unbridled joy of children. He reflects on the challenges of gaining popularity and fame in the triathlon world and the negative criticism that comes with it. Finally, he advises his younger self to address and understand his anger issues.

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Aquabear IG: https://www.instagram.com/aquabearswim/

Justin’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinmslade/

Brad Williams shares his journey from growing up in California to joining the Air Force and eventually becoming a professional triathlete. He talks about his sports background, including racing cars and his transition to triathlon. Brad emphasizes the importance of relationships in the triathlon community and how they have shaped his experience. He also discusses his time in the military and the challenges he faced, including injuries from crashes. Finally, Brad shares his decision to pursue professional racing and the steps he took to achieve his goal. Brad Williams discusses his journey in triathlon, including qualifying for his pro card, unexpected challenges, and transitioning between roles. He shares his experience of moving to Alabama and the impact it had on his training. Brad also talks about meeting his wife and their military background. He discusses the importance of balancing triathlon and family life. Brad also provides insights into his role as the director of the sponsored athlete program and ambassador program at Precision Fuel and Hydration. He concludes by discussing his coaching experience and the influence of his coaches, Scott DeFilippis and Julie Dibens. In this conversation, Seth Hill interviews Brad Williams about his coaching experiences and insights. They discuss topics such as building trust in a new coach, the evolution of coaching philosophies, tips for being a good coach, finding the right coach, coaching specialties, and Brad's other roles and projects. They also touch on the history and impact of Slowtwitch, a popular triathlon forum.

In this conversation, Seth Hill interviews James, the founder of Race Ranger, a technology company that provides real-time race tracking and analytics for triathlon events. They discuss James' background as a professional athlete, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and the future of Race Ranger. The conversation covers topics such as preparation for races, the influence of family, the parallels between athletics and entrepreneurship, monetization strategies, the demanding schedule of races, finding balance in life, the core team at Race Ranger, leadership growth, and the importance of family support. James also shares advice for new fathers.

In this conversation, Seth Hill interviews Chase McQueen, a professional triathlete. Chase shares his personal background, including his upbringing in Tennessee and his journey in triathlon. He discusses the challenges and rewards of pursuing triathlon professionally and the importance of belief in oneself. Chase also talks about the relationships he has built within the triathlon community and the impact of fame and pressure on his life. Lastly, he shares his experiences with Super League Triathlon and the unique atmosphere of those races. Chase McQueen discusses his involvement with Super League Triathlon and provides an introduction to the format and races. He explains the different race formats and the excitement and drama that comes with them. Chase also shares his journey into Super League Triathlon and the organization's expansion into the US. He discusses his future goals in middle-distance and long-course triathlon and the importance of happiness in racing. Chase also talks about his problem-solving approach and his potential career in finance and sports. In this conversation, Chase McQueen discusses his involvement in creating a platform for draft legal triathlon and the potential for entertainment value in the sport. He also talks about the networking opportunities and unique personalities in Ironman and 70.3 races. Chase shares his experiences of being compared to Lightning McQueen and Steve McQueen, and clarifies that he has no relation to the famous actor. Finally, he mentions the upcoming opportunity for Olympic qualification in Yokohama.


Chase’s Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/11124310?oq=chase%20

In this conversation, Seth Hill interviews professional triathlete Justin Metzler (Big Metz). They discuss Justin's journey in triathlon, his mindset and happiness, and the challenges he has faced in his career. Justin reflects on his childhood and how triathlon gave him a sense of identity and purpose. He shares his experiences in his first triathlon and his transition to becoming a professional athlete. Justin also talks about the importance of getting back to a confident mindset and the challenges of trusting a new coach. In this part of the conversation, Justin Metzler discusses his training adjustments and challenges, the triathlon lifestyle, meeting his wife Jeannie and their life together as professional triathletes, future plans and career transition, the changes in sponsorship with Waterfall Racing, switching to the Canyon Speedmax, his excitement for the future, and advice for aspiring professional triathletes.

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Justin’s Website: https://www.bigmetztri.com/

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In this conversation, Seth Hill and Kyle Glass discuss various topics, including conspiracy theories, their personal beliefs, and their friendship. Kyle shares his journey of faith and how he came to have a deeper understanding of God. He also recounts a powerful experience of healing after a bike accident. The conversation touches on their high school antics and their experiences growing up in different places due to their parents' military careers. Kyle Glass shares his journey from growing up in a military family stationed in Italy to his current role as an account executive at Cory Connects. He discusses how his multicultural experiences and military upbringing shaped his extroverted personality and love for travel. Kyle also talks about his various jobs, including working at a pizza place and a movie theater, filling vending machines, and working in the hospitality industry. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, mentorship, and proving others wrong. Kyle expresses his passion for his current job and his love for making technology accessible and user-friendly. Kyle Glass shares his experience running ProTri News and Cory Connects, discussing the time commitment and the challenges of being a journalist in the triathlon world. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance and not giving up, even when faced with doubts and obstacles. Kyle also talks about the impact of his work and the joy he finds in triathlon. He advises finding fulfillment outside of work and maintaining a positive attitude in all circumstances.

In this conversation, Kaiden Lieto shares his journey from a car accident and injury to the discovery of a brain condition that requires surgery. Despite these challenges, Kaiden aspires to become the best triathlete in the world. He also discusses his background in competitive surfing and how he transitioned to triathlon. Kaiden Lieto shares his first race experience, the challenges he faced, and how he became hooked on triathlon. He discusses the importance of patience and dealing with doubts. Kaiden also talks about his relationship with his dad and the pressure of living in his shadow. He shares his journey of faith and the personal relationship he has with God. Kaiden reflects on a shift in his faith and the impact it has had on his life. In this conversation, Kaiden Lieto discusses the importance of vulnerability and self-love, challenging misconceptions about Christianity, and the impact of judgment and pride. He shares his personal journey of discovering the power of words and the value of self-confidence. Kaiden also reflects on his relationship with his sister and the role of leadership and kindness in his life. He discusses his career aspirations and the potential for creating a YouTube channel to document his journey. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the impact of YouTube and the potential for writing a book.

Kaiden's IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaidenlieto?igsh=NGM0MHN3cHV4ZzNp