2 Worlds Collide Podcast

#8 - Gabriel McKenna-Lieschke - Overcoming Amputation & Training for the 2028 Paralympics | Gabe’s Journey

On this episode of 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Gabe, an athlete, track cyclist, and model who faced a life-changing moment when a gym injury led to the amputation of his right arm. 💪🚴‍♂️ Gabe’s story is one of remarkable resilience, perseverance, and overcoming adversity.
We discuss his journey from the initial shock of losing his arm to training for the Australian Paralympic team with hopes of competing in the 2028 Paralympics. Gabe’s inspiring path showcases the power of determination, the human spirit, and his unwavering passion for life and sport.
Key Topics:
Gabe’s journey as a track cyclist before his injury
The bicep tendon tear that led to his amputation
Overcoming the mental and physical challenges of recovery
Training for the 2028 Australian Paralympic team
Gabe’s resilience and message of hope for other athletes
Gabe, Track cyclist, Paralympic hopeful, Amputation recovery, Athlete perseverance, Paralympic training, Overcoming adversity, Road to 2028 Paralympics, Inspirational athlete, Disability and sports, Athlete resilience
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #Gabe #Paralympics2028 #Resilience #TrackCyclist #AthletePerseverance #AmputationRecovery #OvercomingAdversity #ParalympicHopeful #DisabilityAndSports #PodcastAustralia #LinkInBio #AthleteResilience #ParalympicJourney

#7 - Ryan Fox - Military Life to Gym Owner: Ryan Fox’s Journey from Afghanistan to Entrepreneurship

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ryan Fox, a former rifleman, paratrooper, combat veteran, firefighter, and now a successful business and gym owner. 🪖🇦🇫 Ryan and I deployed to Afghanistan in 2012, and we talk about everything from our military experiences to the challenges of returning home after deployment.
We explore Ryan’s transition from military to civilian life, his journey from being a firefighter to building his own business, and how his military background has influenced his approach to leadership and resilience. This episode offers valuable lessons on adaptability, perseverance, and finding new purpose after military service.
Key Topics:
Deployment to Afghanistan in 2012
Transitioning from military to civilian life
From firefighter to gym owner: Ryan’s entrepreneurial journey
Military leadership and resilience in business
Life after deployment: Challenges and lessons learned
Ryan Fox, Afghanistan 2012, Military to civilian life, Combat veteran stories, Paratrooper experiences, Veteran business owners, Firefighter to entrepreneur, Resilience in veterans, Afghanistan war experiences, Veteran mental health
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #RyanFox #Afghanistan2012 #CombatVeteran #MilitaryLife #VeteranStories #GymOwner #VeteranResilience #FirefighterToEntrepreneur #AfghanistanWar #Paratrooper #VeteranBusiness #PodcastAustralia #LifeAfterDeployment #MilitaryToCivilianLife #VeteranLeadership #LinkInBio

#6 - Kendrick Louis - Ironman Champion, Athlete Routine & Business Success

On this episode of 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by Kendrick Louis, a professional athlete, 2020 Nutri-Grain Ironman Series Champion, and owner of Louis Media and The Morning Club. 🌊🏅 Kendrick shares his journey as an elite athlete, discussing his disciplined morning routines, the sacrifices he’s made, and how he balances his sports career with family life and running successful businesses.
We dive deep into the mindset required to compete at the highest level and explore how Kendrick’s routine and resilience have helped him achieve greatness in both sport and business.
Key Topics:
Kendrick’s journey as the 2020 Nutri-Grain Ironman Champion
Morning routines for success and resilience
Balancing family life and business ownership
The sacrifices required for greatness in sports
The importance of support systems for elite athletes
Kendrick Louis, Nutri-Grain Ironman Champion, Athlete routine, Morning routines, Athlete sacrifice, Professional sports mindset, Balancing family and business, Louis Media, Ironman training, Discipline for success
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #KendrickLouis #IronmanSeries #NutriGrainChampion #MorningRoutine #AthleteResilience #AthleteSacrifice #LouisMedia #MorningClub #FamilyAndBusinessBalance #PodcastAustralia #LinkInBio #SportsAndBusiness

#5 - Tom Jonas - AFL Leadership & Business After Football with Tom Jonas

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Tom Jonas, former AFL player and captain of the Port Adelaide Football Club, who has now transitioned into the business world as a co-owner of Heydiddle Wines. 🏉🍇 We discuss Tom’s football career, his experiences in leadership roles on and off the field, and his transition to life after footy.
Tom shares the lessons he learned from being an AFL captain, the challenges of balancing family life and business, and how he’s applying his leadership skills in his new role as an entrepreneur.
Key Topics:
Tom’s football career and leadership at Port Adelaide FC
Leadership lessons from being an AFL captain
Transitioning to entrepreneurship with Heydiddle Wines
Balancing family life with professional endeavors
Life after AFL: Navigating the next chapter
Tom Jonas, Port Adelaide Football Club, AFL captain, Life after football, Leadership in sports, Heydiddle Wines, Athlete to entrepreneur, AFL career transition, Business after sports, Family and business balance
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #TomJonas #PortAdelaideFC #AFL #FootballLeadership #HeydiddleWines #AthleteToEntrepreneur #AFLRetirement #LifeAfterFooty #BusinessOwner #PodcastAustralia #LeadershipInSports #FamilyAndBusinessBalance #LinkInBio #FootballCareerTransition

#4 - John Platten - AFL, SANFL and Resilience

John Platten is a father, husband, former VFL/AFL player, Brownlow Medalist, business owner and much more. We discussed his early life, growing up being 1-9 children in housing trust, losing his father at the age of 18 and the amazing career he had.

#3 - Steve McKenna - Pro Ironman Athlete, Family Life & Running a Business with Steve McKenna

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by Steve McKenna, a professional Ironman athlete, father, husband, and business owner of Nerd Belts. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ We take an honest look at the realities of being a professional athlete, including the sacrifices and mental toughness required to succeed, while balancing the demands of family life and running a business.
Steve opens up about his journey, discussing the challenges of Ironman training, the toll it takes on both mind and body, and how he navigates the work/life balance that so many athletes and entrepreneurs face. This episode offers insights into what it truly takes to be an elite athlete and a successful business owner.
Key Topics:
Steve’s journey as a professional Ironman athlete
The sacrifices and mental toll of being a pro athlete
Balancing family life with training and running a business
The challenges of running Nerd Belts
How Steve maintains resilience and mental toughness
Steve McKenna, Ironman athlete, Athlete sacrifices, Work/life balance, Triathlon podcast, Family and business balance, Athlete entrepreneurship, Nerd Belts, Elite athlete mindset, Ironman training
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #SteveMcKenna #IronmanAthlete #TriathlonLife #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalAthlete #SacrificesInSports #NerdBelts #AthleteEntrepreneurship #FamilyAndAthleteLife #IronmanTraining #PodcastAustralia #EliteAthleteMindset #SportsBalance #LinkInBio

#2 - Brett Sparnon - Leadership & Resilience: Brett Sparnon’s Journey from Workplace Wellness to Ironman

In this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Brett Sparnon, a father, husband, and exercise physiologist specializing in workplace health and wellbeing. Brett is also a strong leader in his local community, sports, and business. 🏉📚 We discuss James Kerr’s book Legacy, which highlights the New Zealand All Blacks and their winning culture, on and off the field.
Brett also shares his personal Ironman journey, revealing what went wrong during his first attempt and how he’s preparing for another Ironman later this year. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ This episode offers valuable lessons in leadership, resilience, and the grit required to overcome challenges.
Key Topics:
Brett’s career as an exercise physiologist and workplace health expert
Insights into leadership in sports and local community
Discussing the New Zealand All Blacks culture from Legacy
Overcoming challenges in Brett’s first Ironman attempt
Preparing for Ironman redemption: Resilience and training
Brett Sparnon, Exercise physiologist, Leadership in sports, Workplace wellbeing, James Kerr Legacy, New Zealand All Blacks, Ironman training, Athlete resilience, Overcoming challenges, Workplace health
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #BrettSparnon #ExercisePhysiologist #LeadershipInSports #LegacyBook #NewZealandAllBlacks #IronmanJourney #AthleteResilience #WorkplaceWellbeing #PodcastAustralia #IronmanTraining #LinkInBio #OvercomingChallenges #CommunityLeadership

#1 - Shane Walker - Fitness, Movement Coaching & Recovery with Shane Walker

On this episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m joined by Shane Walker, a father, husband, business owner, and ATG-qualified movement coach. 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♂️❄️ We cover topics ranging from running, recovering from knee injuries, the benefits of cold plunges, to cycling training and much more.
Shane offers his expertise on staying injury-free while pushing physical limits and discusses the importance of recovery techniques drawn from his ATG training. He also shares how he balances family life, running a business, and maintaining his fitness journey.
Key Topics:
Shane’s journey as an ATG movement coach
Knee injury recovery and prevention techniques
The benefits of cold plunges and recovery
Balancing fitness, business, and family life
Cycling and movement training for athletes
Shane Walker, ATG movement coach, Fitness enthusiast, Knee injury recovery, Cold plunges, Running and fitness, Cycling training, Fitness coaching, ATG training methods, Athlete recovery, Business and fitness balance
#2WorldsCollidePodcast #ShaneWalker #ATGCoach #FitnessEnthusiast #KneeInjuryRecovery #ColdPlunges #RunningAndCycling #MovementAndFitness #PodcastAustralia #AthleteRecovery #FitnessAndBusiness #LinkInBio #ATGTraining #CyclingTraining #InjuryPrevention