The Odyssey Effect

The Odyssey Effect

By Tom MorganSociety & Culture
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The Odyssey Effect episodes

  • Mark Peart: SAS Who Dares Wins Winner

    Episode 39:

    Today's guest is the 2019 SAS Who Dares Wins Winner Mark Peart. For anyone who watched the show they will have no doubt been moved and inspired my Mark's story. 

    Since the show Mark has become a fantastic mental health advocate. During the chat Mark gives tips on how people can live more purposefully and protect their well-being.

    We discussed Mark's experience on the show, as well as his love for endurance events including a 250KM Ultra and 24 hour run, as well as his upcoming events.

    I hope you enjoy.


    53 min
  • David Smith MBE: From World Champion to Staring Death in the Face
    My guest today is x2 World champion and London 2012 Gold Medallist David Smith MBE.
    David was awarded an MBE for his services to rowing in 2013.
    You may also recognise David from his impressive career in cycling, where he has also represented Great Britain.
    David has been through some incredibly difficult hardships, including having to fight for his life due to a rare tumour and suffering a spinal cord injury.
    This is one of the most phenomenal conversations on how you can push both your mental and physical boundaries and never take life for granted. As well as what it takes to be a world champion.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Ihaia West: The importance of never comparing yourself to anyone else.
    My guest today is Ihaia West.
    Ihaia has represented the Auckland Blues, Wellington Hurricanes, New Zealand Under 20's and Maori All Blacks. Most recently, Ihaia has represented European cup finalists La Rocehelle in France.
    This is a really interesting conversation on striving for the best, especially in a country like New Zealand where rugby means so much. We also discussed the importance of being true and honest with yourself, as well as never comparing yourself to others.
    A great insight into what it takes.
    33 min
  • Chasing Extreme with Endurance Athlete Luke Tyburski
    My guest this week is Luke Tyburski. A former professional football player turned Ultra endurance athlete.
    This is a really open and honest conversation about the highs and lows of professional sport, moving countries, getting injured and having to overcome mental health struggles to find your purpose.
    During this conversation, Luke openly talks about a period in his life where he went through depression and suicidal thoughts, which led him into the world of endurance sport and extreme ultra events.
    I really hope you enjoy this episode and the lessons Luke has to offer.
    If you liked this episode, please feel free to share with a friend and tag me in it on instagram @unlocking_your_mind 
    Also check out Luke's book: Chasing Extreme. As well as his documentaries on Amazon Prime.
    1 hr 9 min
  • Lewis Prosser: How to lead at the highest level.

    On this episode, I am joined by the Welsh Men's Hockey Captain Lewis Prosser, who has won 149 caps for Wales and is the second most capped Welsh Hockey player of all time.

    This is a great conversation on what makes a high quality leader and what the secrets are to performing at the highest level for so long.

    Enjoy.

    37 min
  • Professional Rugby Player, Joe Tomane: The Power of habits, routine and simplicity.

    This week's guest is professional rugby player Joe Tomane.

    Joe started off his career playing professional rugby league in the NRL, before crossing codes and coming over to rugby union, where he quickly became an international rugby player for Australia and represented his country in the World Cup. Since then, Joe has played for Montpellier, Leinster and now Ricoh Black Rams in Tokyo.

    This conversation is a really interesting one on, how daily habits and routines can help you in all areas of your life. We also discussed the importance of keeping things simple and how to not be afraid of making mistakes, but instead use those lessons to help you to grow and develop.

     

    35 min
  • Dr Edith Eger, Auschwitz Survivor: How to Find Hope and Happiness in the Darkest of Places

    On today's podcast I am joined by Dr Edith Eger. Auschwitz survivor, leading Psychologist and best selling author of 'The Choice' and 'The Gift'.

    This was truly one of the most remarkable conversations I have had with anyone. For someone who has witnessed and been victim to some of the worst atrocities man kind has ever seen, but has maintained her ability to show love, compassion and empathy for others, including the Auschwitz guards, is truly remarkable. Dr Edith epitomizes what it means to have inner strength.

    This is a great conversation on healing trauma, finding happiness and inner peace, as well as contentment.

    Many amazing life lessons shared here, that I will always remember.

    39 min
  • How to Build Mental Strength with Former Premier League Footballer Paul Robinson

    On this week’s podcast I am joined by former professional football player Paul Robinson.

    Paul played professional football in the premier league and football league spanning over 22 years, where he made 678 appearances for Watford, Welsh Brom, Bolton Wanderers, Leeds and Birmingham.

    This is a great conversation on the importance of working hard and going out there and proving yourself and showing what you’re capable of doing.

    We also discuss Paul's mindset business and his new role with Birmingham City FC as a professional development coach.

    39 min
  • The importance of believing in yourself with international rugby player Scott Sio
    On today's podcast, I am lucky enough to be joined by Australian international rugby player Scott Sio. Scott has represented his club side the Brumbies over 100 times and won 59 caps for Australia. Scott shares some of his most memorable moments from his career so far, including what it was like to play in the 2015 World Cup final and also what it was like to be apart of the winning Brumbies side to beat the British and Irish Lions, the first Australian club side to do it in 42 years.
    Throughout the conversation we discuss what it takes to make it at the highest level and the mindset required to continually strive forward to get better and better. We also discussed the importance of setbacks, failures and injuries and how they are often our biggest teachers in life.
    45 min
  • Running Around the World with Nick Butter.

    I am joined by Nick Butter. The first man ever to run a marathon in every country in the world.

    196 marathons, 196 countries, 10 passports, 455 flights, all in 674 days!

    This is an incredibly insightful conversation. Nick shares his motives for doing such a challenge, as well as the lessons he learnt from running around the world. We also discussed how he overcame setbacks, how he ran through war zones and how these experiences changed his outlook on life. 

    A great message on following your passions and being resilient. 

    51 min

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