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The Hidden AthleteEpisode 95: April Drage - Ultra Endurance CyclistThis in one unique endurance athlete. We spoke to April after recently completing the Tour Divide in 18Days23Hours, but it isn't the fact she is one incredibly talented athlete, it is her back story that makes her truly unique. April has lived her life with Autism Spectrum Disorder, spent 20 Years in social work dealing with countless crisis siuations and dealt with losing her very best friend, her mum, at a very young age. April's approach to the challenges of Ultra Endurance will put your life in the sport into perspective and also a smile on your face. Enjoy the...
2023-07-281h 57The Hidden AthleteEpisode 94: Sacha Dowell - Ultra Endurance CyclistSacha recently completed the Tour Divide in 18Days 11hours coming in equal third with Texan Hannah Simon. The 2023 edition of the Tour Divide was an incredible race. 4,350km of self supported off road terrain, climbing over 60,000 vertical meters from Banff Canada to Antelope Wells on the Mexican border. Seven women broke the magical 20 Day mark and raced toe to toe from the gun which made for facinating watching. It was Sacha's first ever international Ultra race so was relatively unknown to the Global ultra cycling community, but in Australia, which is now her adopted Country, she is know as an...
2023-07-132h 33The Hidden AthleteEpisode 93: Steve Halligan - Ultra Endurance CyclistSteve Halligan is proving to be one of the worlds most durable Ultra Endurance athletes. He has been first across the line in many long distance races including the 6,200km Terra Australis. The humble Irishman also travels to all points of the globe to race against the worlds best. More recently finishing on the podium in two of the most brutal races on the calendar. The Silk Road Mountain Race and Africa's new Grand Tour, the 2,750km Rhino Run. But it is his love for the iconic 4,400km Tour Divide offroad self supported bikepacking race, where he has finished in...
2023-07-072h 18The Hidden AthleteEpisode 92: Kellie Emmerson - Ultra Runner & 5xNational RepresentativeKellie Emmerson is one of the most resilient and consistent Ultra Endurance athletes on the planet. In this episode the 3xNational Long Course Trail Running Champ, 5xAustralian World Champs Representative talks about what it takes to bank almost 40 Marathons and 30 100km+ races around the globe...whilst still being a mum of two young boys. After 12 years of Elite competition this superstar of Ultra Running doesn't look like slowing down any time soon. Enjoy the wonderful story of Kellie Emmerson and please follow her journey on Instagram @kelemmo
2023-05-261h 29The Hidden AthleteEpisode 91: Dr Stephen Lane - Ultra Endurance Cyclist & 7xNational Cycling ChampionDoctor Stephen Lane completed a PhD in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on exercise nutrition and training adaptation.....he is a 7 x National Cycling Champion across multiple disiplines, Director of Human Performance Technology and has Coached professionally for over a decade. More recently he became a record breaking Ultra Endurance athlete. This episode connects the science with the outcome so look forward to some helpful tips along the way. You can connect with the Doc at hptek.com.au or on Insta @drslane
2023-05-181h 53The Hidden AthleteEpisode 90: Abdullah Zeinab - 2022 WINNER of the 2,750km Rhino RunThe Rhino Run is a 2.750km Ultra Endurance off road cycling grand tour. Starting on the coast of the Western Cape of South Africa in Plettenberg Bay the unsupported route weaves its way up through the Northern Cape before crossing the border into Namibia before finishing in Windhoek. Riders were responsible for sourcing their own food, water, shelter and any other services along the way. South Africa's Kevin Benkenstein & Abdullah went toe to toe averaging well over 300km a day for the full 2,750km. This was one of the craziest ultra endurance feats ever. Enjoy.
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2023-01-1707 min2022-07-1855 min2022-06-2134 min2022-04-2705 min2022-04-2203 min2022-04-1204 min2022-03-2911 min2022-03-2409 min2022-03-2206 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 89: Abdullah Zeinab - The 24hour Distance World Record StoryWe shared the life story of Trans Am & Indian Pacific Wheel Race Record holder Abdullah Zeinab in Episode 55....our most downloaded episode to date. In this episode we unpack all the drama of the past two years of his 24Hour Distance World Record attempts. Expect a lot of bumps, bruises, detours, love, failure and success. At the time of making the decision to chase the record it was held by Mitch Anderson at 894km. Over the following 2 years it was bettered by Ralph Disevisont who set the new mark at 915km and then the unthinkable happened.....Christoph Strasser cracked the 1,000...
2022-01-062h 26The Hidden AthleteEpisode 88: BIKEPACKING RAMBLINGS with Emma Flukes & Ty DominThe international bikepacking community and events schedule is finally awakening from its 2 year COVID slumber so we thought we would have a ramble about some of the upcoming races both close to home and abroad. Two of Australia's most experienced bikepacking athletes Emma Flukes & Ty Domin share some views and insights into current activities.
2021-10-081h 04The Hidden AthleteEpisode 87: Matthew Falconer - 4 x Transcontinental Bike Race Ultra Endurance CyclistThe Birdman, as he is affectionately known to all that know him, is one of the hard nuts of the Ultra Endurance world. Humble by nature, Matt Falconer walks us through his life story and what it took for this 120kg chain smoker to turn his life around to become a favorite and highly respected competitor amongst his pointy end peers. This 4 x Finisher of the Transcontinental Bike Race (12th, 5th, 2nd & 20th) has plans to hit the gravel in a big way throughout 2022....check out where he is heading next. Follow Matt's story on Instagram @b1rdmn, Twitter, Strava...
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A Dog Called DiversityBuilding a Cycling Club in Uganda.....with Ross BurrageSometimes your career takes you to places you never expected, like Uganda, where Ross Burrage found himself visiting often as the Finance and Sustainability Manager at the Cotton On Foundation. Based from Australia the Cotton On Foundation funds projects to empower youth globally through the delivery of quality educational projects.If you have ever been in a Cotton On store (or one of their other brands; Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Typo or Rubi), you will be familiar with the staff asking if you would like to buy a bottle of water, or maybe a bag...
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Masaka Cycling ClubEp9: Mikel Delagrange - Amani Project & Masaka Cycling Club UpdateWe talk with Mikel Delagrange about all things Amani Project and how the collaboration impacts the Masaka Cycling Club Foundation. Loads of exciting opportunities coming up. Enjoy@masakacyclingclub@teamamaniwww.masakacyclingclub.com/donate
2021-03-251h 03The Hidden AthleteEpisode 86: Mikel Delagrange talks Human Rights, Race & Gender Equality in CyclingMikel Delagrange is a Human Rights Lawyer and Founder of the Amani Project based in the Hague Netherlands. Twelve months ago the listeners of this Podcast engaged in the The Hidden Athlete Project, now known as the Masaka Cycling Club Foundation. Masaka is a small city based in a very poor region in Uganda's South and just happens to have a wealth of Cycling talent currently unseen due to poverty and access constraints. In this Episode we talk to the progress being made through our collaboration with the Amani Project and sister clubs, we talk about the barriers that remain...
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GIRO PodcastTHE POWER OF HOPE | Masaka Cycling Club Update With Ross Burrage“One of the most powerful things for a young person from this region is to develop a bit of hope; a bit of hope in their heart…Which might sound a bit dramatic and a long way removed from our lives, but for a young kid there that is living day by day, trying to find a feed, its survival every day there. So to create a bit of hope is the ultimate reason for doing this”
In this latest episode of the G!RO podcast, we check in with our good friend Ross Burrag...
2021-02-1458 min2021-02-1034 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 85: James Hayden - 2 X Winner 4,000km Transcontinental RaceJames Hayden is a 2 x Transcontinental Race Winner (2017 & 2018) and known as one of the worlds best on/off road Ultra Endurance Cyclists racing today. James has accumulated a long list of accomplishments in a very short period of time but its his life story he shares in this episode that is particularly fascinating. The James Mark Hayden story feels like it has many chapters to come so jump in and enjoy learning about what makes this incredible endurance athlete tick and continue to follow his story @jamesmarkhayden & jamesmarkhayden.uk Enjoy.
2020-12-142h 05The Hidden AthleteEpisode 84: Jason Hardrath - Fastest Known Time Ultra Endurance Adventure AthleteJason Hardrath is fast becoming one of the most fascinating Ultra Endurance athlete's on the planet. An athlete addicted to adventure and currently embarking on the crazy goal of holding 100 Fastest Known Times on some incredibly challenging routes throughout the USA. Jason spends a lot of time letting us into his world and what motivates an athlete of his quality to embark on the crazy individual challenges that rocks his world. Enjoy and you can follow Jason's story on Instagram @jasonhardrath.
2020-11-261h 29The Hidden AthleteEpisode 83: George Mallory - Mountaineer, Rock Climber & CyclistGeorge Mallory was born in South Africa and quickly set about accumulating some extraordinary achievements in the world of Rock Climbing. His famous Grandfather George Mallory the explorer & mountaineer was the inspiration behind Georges brief transition into mountaineering which included a summit of the awe inspiring Mt Everest. After immigrating to Australia George developed a training concept where he would climb the height of Mt Everest on his bike in a single day, this became an obsession both before and after his actual climb of Mt Everest. A concept that is now recognised as the Everesting phenomenon amongst cyclists the...
2020-11-201h 342020-10-1516 minMasaka Cycling ClubEp8: October 2020 Club UpdateJust a short little update for all Donors & Supporters on what has happened in the last few weeks on the ground and what is coming up in the next few weeks. If you are new to our world please jump on Instagram @masakacyclingclub & our website www.masakacyclingclub.com to find out how you can join the fight.
2020-10-0714 minMasaka Cycling ClubEp7: Kimberly Coats & Jock Boyer talk Africa Rising Cycling Centre & African CyclingAn incredibly informative view into the world of East African Cycling. Kimberly & Jock have been involved in the evolution of East African Cycling since 2006. Their story starts from a small humble involvement, almost by accident in 2006 to what is now a daily passion and fight for Cyclists across the whole of Africa. We are so grateful to Kimberly & Jock for the guidance and willingness to help Masaka Cycling Club in Uganda. Both are true friends. Please follow @africarisingcycling on Instagram and check out www.teamafricarising.org for more information on Cycling in Rwanda.
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My Back 40033. Ross Burrage -The Hidden Athlete PodcastAs the host of The Hidden Athlete Podcast, Ross Burrage (@rossburrage) speaks with people from all over the globe about their accomplishments and what drives them as athletes.Ross is a hidden athlete in his own right. After raising three kids, an endurance sport in and of itself, and upon entering his 40’s, Ross was drawn to pushing his limits in endurance sports. In 2019 he finished the Tour Divide in 25 days on his single speed and plans to come back in 2021 to have another crack on gears.As the Finance and Sustainability Manager at the Co...
2020-09-2700 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 82: Vedungi Kulkarni - Adventure Cyclist & youngest female to ride around the world.This is an incredible story of an extraordinary young female adventure cyclist who embarked on her first super challenge navigating solo across the high passes of the Himalayas at the age of just 17. This journey then sparked an around the world 29,000km record attempt at the age of 19. Vedangi's story is truly incredible and it unfolds with an extraordinary amount of drama which highlights how special this young woman really is. Enjoy the wonderful story of Vedungi Kulkarni and please jump on and follow her world at @wheelsandwords and www.vedangikulkarni.com
2020-09-172h 04Masaka Cycling ClubEp6: Migration Gravel Race & Kenyan RidersThe Migration Gravel Race is a brutal 650km 4 Day Stage Race based in the wilds of Kenya. In this chat we speak to Race Organisers Suleiman Kangangi & Simon Blake about the unique elements elite gravel riders from the world over can expect from the super challenging event. We also have a good chat to Suleiman about his upbringing in Kenya and how his work ethic ended in a dream signing with professional cycling team Bike Aid. Check out Instagram @migration_gravel_race for more information on the upcoming event scheduled for January 2021 and always jump on www.masakacyclingclub.com to...
2020-09-161h 13The Hidden AthleteEpisode 81: Rob Preston - Worlds Toughest Race Eco Challenge FijiRob Preston has been competing against the world's best in Orienteering, Rogaining & Adventure Racing for well over two decades. 2016 Mixed Pairs Rogaining World Champion, Member of the Australian Orienteering World Cup team for 15 years and ranked in the Top10 in Australia for 17 Years. Rob also was Captain Team Gippsland at the recent Prime Amazon Worlds Toughest Race Eco Challenge Fuji finishing an impressive third after coming from dead last. This incredibly popular and chilled Aussie hard nut walks us through what it takes to be one of the toughest endurance athletes on earth. Enjoy
2020-09-062h 06Masaka Cycling ClubEp5: September 2020 Club UpdateThis is just a 15min update on what is happening on the ground in Uganda for September 2020. To find out more please always go to www.masakacyclingclub.com , jump on our Instagram Page @masakacyclingclub or Facebook Page Masaka Cycling Club-Uganda
2020-09-0416 minMasaka Cycling ClubEp4: Lewis Ciddor from Overland Archive speaks to Patreon Ross BurrageThe Bikepacking community the world over has been incredibly supportive of the Masaka Cycling Club initiative. In this episode Lewis deep dives into how the club has built links with outside cycling enthusiasts who now support the club and its members cycling dreams. Check out www.masakacyclingclub.com for more information and please support the @overlandarchive on Insta.
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Overland Archive Podcast25: Ross Burrage - Tour Divide Redemption and the Masaka Cycling ClubGood friend of the podcast and host of the Hidden Athlete Ross Burrage joins me to tell us about his story of redemption on the Tour Divide route in 2019 after calling it quits on the race in 2017 before he made it out of Montana. He also shares his story of how he became involved with the Masaka Cycling Club while training for his 2019 Divide run in Uganda.https://www.masakacyclingclub.com/https://thehiddenathlete.com.au/https://instagram.com/rossburrage?igshid=1t5660jass3vchttps://instagram.com/masakacyclingclub?igshid=hgl237v3hhpqhttps://instagram...
2020-08-311h 34Masaka Cycling ClubEp3: Steve O'Shaughnessy from My Back 40 speaks to Chairman Miiro MichaelSteve O'Shaughnessy hosts My Back 40 Bikepacking Podcast based in Canada. Steve has been instrumental in spreading the word of Masaka Cycling Club beyond Uganda and Australia. This chat between Steve and Miiro is incredible and at times very emotional. Please support Steve by searching My Back 40 on your favourite Podcast App and we thank Steve for opening his heart to the struggles of Masaka Cycling Club.
2020-08-291h 14Masaka Cycling ClubEp2: Lewis Ciddor from Overland Archive speaks to Chairman Miiro MichaelThis is a very special chat between one of the worlds best Ultra Endurance Athletes and Chairman of Masaka Cycling Club Miiro Michael. Miiro is a very special human, a Ugandan social worker with a passion for cycling and a passion for equality. Enjoy what is a very special and detailed conversation. Thanks Lewis Ciddor for opening your heart to the struggles of the cycling talent in this region. You can support Lewis by subscribing to the Overland Archive Podcast and following on Instagram @overlandarchive. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram @masakacyclingclub and jump on www.masakacyclingclub.com
2020-08-2959 minMasaka Cycling ClubEp1: Welcome to Masaka Cycling Club PodcastThis is a quick intro to what you can expect from the Masaka Cycling Club Podcast. Masaka Cycling Club is based in Southern Uganda, one of the poorest regions on earth. The upcoming episodes will provide some insight into the world of Cycling in East Africa and the many barriers faced by the talented cyclists of the region. Please follow our journey on Instagram @masakacyclingclub or jump on the Media Page or Support Page of our website www.masakacyclingclub.com and come on the ride of your life.
2020-08-2906 min2020-08-2044 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 80: MY BACK 40 Podcast with Steve O'Shaughnessy - Miiro Michael talks Masaka Cycling ClubA ripping chat between Canadian Podcast Host Steve O'Shaughnessy and Chairman of the Masaka Cycling Club Miiro Michael. Many of you are already heavily involved in The Hidden Athlete Project as donors so this story will be of great interest. You will certainly feel like your investment is in great hands after listening to this chat. If you enjoy the listen and would love to get involved please go to thehiddenathlete.com.au and click on the Masaka Cycling Club page for all the info you need. And please join us on the Instagram journey @masakacyclingclub
2020-05-251h 16COF Field UpdatesWELLBEING: Lynda Nakalawa Interview Mental HealthLynda has worked with COF since our response to the fire in Mannya in 2018. She responded to the following questions:Lynda will share perspectives that inform us on the following topics:•student wellbeing, resilience and mental health•teacher capacity to support wellbeing•measurement of wellbeing, and •school design elements such as size and boarding in relation to wellbeing
2020-05-1719 minCOF Field UpdatesINFRASTRUCTURE: Felix Holland Architecture & School DesignFelix has worked with COF since 2012 and through his team based in Kampala has overseen design of outreach schools, multipurpose facilities, accommodation and site plans. He also builds schools across east africa with other donors and partners.Felix will share perspectives that inform us on the following topics:•Design aspects that support wellbeing•School size pros and cons and design considerations•Cost:benefit considerations for small vs large school designs•Innovation ideas for school size and style
2020-05-1715 min2020-05-1332 min2020-05-1325 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 79: Jason English - 7 x 24 Hour Solo Mountain Bike World ChampionJason is Australia's most successful cyclist, with 7 x 24 Hour Solo Mountain Bike World Championships, 13 x National Titles, 29 Consecutive 24Solo Wins, Mountain Bike Australia Hall of Fame, Cycling Australia Mountain Biker of the Year and we suspect there is still plenty more to come in the years ahead. Enjoy the crazy world that is Jason English and follow the rest of his journey on Insta here: @jasonaenglish and also check out both his YouTube Channel and website www.jasonenglish.com.au
2020-04-242h 00The Hidden AthleteEpisode 78: Brooke Williams - Australian 10,000m U23 National Track ChampBrooke Williams is an aspiring young Australian track athlete who burst on to the scene at the 2012 Zatopek track meet as a Wildcard to win the Australian U23 10,000m National Title. Brooke went on to represent Australia in Mountain Running before disappearing from Athletics. A comeback five years on lead to a near death experience which Brooke shares in detail in this short story of her life to date. Its an incredible roller-coaster ride so far with more to come as she continues another comeback and journey towards realising one last dream of representing Australia once again. You can follow...
2020-04-231h 03The Hidden AthleteEpisode 77: BIKEPACKING RAMBLINGS with Ty Domin & Lewis CiddorIn this episode we touch base with both Ty Domin (@tydomin) and Lewis Ciddor (@overland.archive) and chat about the world of Bikepacking. How COVID-19 has impacted the 2020 race calendar, what Ty & Lewis have planned for 2020 and they also dispel some of the myths or barriers of entry for beginners entering the world of Bikepacking. Enjoy.
2020-04-171h 25The Hidden AthleteEpisode 76: GIRO Podcast with Jordan Addison - The Hidden Athlete & Masaka Cycling ClubThis was a fun chat with Jordan Addison from GIRO Podcast in the UK about all things The Hidden Athlete and Masaka Cycling Club. Jordan is a huge contributor to the Masaka Cycling Club and reached out with an opportunity to share the details of the project to Cycling Fans in the UK. You can follow GIRO Podcast on Insta here @girocycles and the Masaka Cycling Club Project here @masakacyclingclub . Enjoy.
2020-04-1653 minGIRO PodcastG!RO talks to Ross Burrage | Masaka Cycling Club, Uganda & Hidden Athlete PodcastA few months back, Sarah Hammond introduced us here at G!RO to Ross Burrage who put out a call for some second hand kit for a project he was involved with in Uganda. 8 Large DHL boxed up and shipped to go to the amazing Masaka Cycling Club in the southern part of Uganda. The mission of the club is to offer a platform for men & women to access cycling as a sport, which for the vast majority would be near impossible being one of the poorest parts of the country. Its an amazing project that is having a r...
2020-04-1350 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 75: Jimmy Ashby - 2020 Indian Pacific Wheel RaceIf you haven't listened to the Jimmy Ashby story please jump on Ep.72. In this episode we will piece together Jimmy's race across Australia during 5,500km Self Supported Bikepacking Race the Indian Pacific Wheel Race. Note: The IPWR was cancelled half way through Day 2 due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Jimmy shares his thoughts both Pre Race and Post Race with then 2nd place Matt Hill..
2020-03-1944 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 74: Nick Montgomery - Ultra Runner & Australian Cross Country SkierAn incredible story about a competitive elite level endurance athlete balancing his real world with a passion for smashing himself. Nick walks us through his 7 years of representing Australia in Cross Country Skiing before transitioning into the brutal world of Ultra Running. Fascinating listen. Enjoy
2020-03-101h 44The Hidden AthleteEpisode 73: Lucy Clark - Ultra Runner & Te Araroa Trail Record HolderLucy recently completed a record 66 Day run along the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail from the Northern tip of New Zealand's North Island to the most Southern point of the South Island. A harsh off road route that accumulates 80,000 metres of climbing. An incredible story of an inexperienced athlete believing and chasing dreams. Enjoy
2020-02-032h 24The Hidden AthleteEpisode 72: Jimmy Ashby - 2019 Australian Geographic Young Adventurer of the YearAt the age of just 18 Jimmy Ashby set off from Australia on what became a 39,000km adventure around the world by bike. This story is incredible humbling and a must listen for everyone not just athletes and adventurers. Jimmy shares a beautiful outlook on life that will inspire all. Enjoy.
2020-01-232h 34The Hidden AthleteEpisode 71: UPDATE The Hidden Athlete Project - Chairman Miro MichaelThe Episode brings the listeners up to speed on The Hidden Athlete Project which is based in one of the poorest regions of Uganda. For finer details please have a quick listen to Episode 65. The project is a listener funded initiative. To be part of the project please refer to the donor details here: https://thehiddenathlete.com.au/masaka-cycling-club/ or send any questions to thehiddenathletepodcast@gmail.com
2019-11-3022 minThe Hidden AthleteEpisode 70: Brad Davies - Global Adventurer & 24Solo MountainbikerBrad walks us through his action packed life story starting with his AFL U19 Morrish Medal Win for the best player in the league before accumulating almost 50,000km via 50 Countries by Bike. Then comes the brief 24Solo Mountainbike career that ended in three races for three podiums racing the best on the planet before closing out his elite XC MTB career racing and beating some of the worlds best Euro World Tour riders at the 1,400km Croc Trophy. Hard as nails. Enjoy.
2019-11-252h 09The Hidden AthleteEpisode 69: Brodie Chapman - Australian Pro Road CyclistBrodie Chapman just closed out an incredible 2019 cycling season representing Australia at the World Champ's Road Race and signing a new pro contract with FDJ. This rapid rise to cycling fame has been far from the norm. Enjoy Brodie's amazing story and a little guest segment by dad Rhett.
2019-11-211h 46The Hidden AthleteEpisode 68: Katie Visco & Henley Phillips - Ultra Endurance Runner & CyclistThis USA Ultra Endurance couple had a dream of Running one of the worlds harshest trans-continental crossing's from Darwin Australia to Adelaide. 3,700 km self supported by bike through the Tanami Desert, isolated for weeks at a time. This is a story of human resolve paused with funny tales of characters and environmental harshness. Enjoy what is an incredible journey.
2019-11-183h 29The Hidden AthleteEpisode 67: Beck Butler - Australian Ultra Adventure RunnerBuckle up for some serious crazy. Beck Butler can boast one of the most impressive Ultra Endurance race portfolio's amongst some of the strongest & fastest Ultra Endurance athletes. Jungle Marathon (Amazon), Marathon Des Sables (Morocco) and first Australian woman to complete the 200 mile+ destination trail races in the USA finishing Top10 in all. Plenty to share in this little chat. Enjoy.
2019-11-172h 11The Hidden AthleteEpisode 66: Kate Bramley - Australian Professional Off Road TriathleteAfter winning 4xAge Group Triathlon World Championships Kate decided to turn Pro at the age of 32 and race the very best Off Road triathletes from around the world. It didn't take long to notch up her first win in the Netherlands. A ripping human and an extremely humble athlete. Enjoy.
2019-10-311h 15The Hidden AthleteEpisode 65: SPECIAL EPISODE - The Hidden Athlete ProjectThis is a special opportunity for you the listener to be involved in an exciting little project called The Hidden Athlete Project. A project very close to our hearts. Please listen for your call to action and come on the ride of your life. We promise we will make you super proud. https://thehiddenathlete.com.au/masaka-cycling-club/
2019-10-151h 04The Hidden AthleteEpisode 64: Jason Shortis - Pro Triathlete & Ironman Australia Hall of FameJason competed as a pro triathlete on the world stage for over 25 years and during that time completed over 85 Ironman distance triathlons. The man they call Shorto quickly became known as one of the toughest and more resilient triathletes on the circuit. A fascinating listen. Enjoy
2019-10-021h 14The Hidden AthleteEpisode 63: Tom Dunn - Ultra Endurance AdventurerWhat an incredible young man. At just the age of 24 Tom has already accomplished some incredible achievements, having completed the Murray River at just 19 by Kayak before navigating his way through a 3,800km river network across four States on a Stand Up Paddleboard. Yet it is his last 5,000km Self-Supported Duathlon from Cape York to Wilsons Prom that sits as his greatest disappointment to date. Find out why. Enjoy
2019-09-251h 42The Hidden AthleteEpisode 62: Andy Van Bergen - The Innovator behind Cycling's Everesting PhenomenonEveresting is a Cycling concept that has swept through the masses becoming one of the most sought after badge's of honour amoungst the best (and worst) hill climbers across the globe. Andy Van Bergen is the man behind the concept. Andy walks us through the history of Everesting and his personal journey leading to the creation of this incredible concept. Enjoy.
2019-09-031h 55The Hidden AthleteEpisode 61: Jacob Fryatt - 2019 Indian Pacific Wheel Race WinnerA fascinating listen to yet another elite Plant Based ultra endurance athlete. Jacob burst onto the Ultra Endurance Cycling scene this year by winning the IPWR in a little over 15 Days. An extraordinary achievement given the unsupported nature of the 5,500km race. Enjoy listening to this incredibly humble superstar.
2019-09-023h 12The Hidden AthleteEpisode 60: Ben Cureton - 3xOlympic Rower, Olympic Silver Medalist & Ultra Endurance AthleteBen Cureton is a 3xOlympian, Olympic Silver Medalist, World Champion and 8xNational Champion in the sport of Rowing. Ben is also a Sub 9hr Ironman Triathlete, Ironman Age Group Winner and has completed Kona Ironman World Champs in 9h20m. Then there is his 6th in one of the worlds hardest 50mile Ultra Running events and lastly, just finished 2nd in a 700km Ultra Cycling Challenge in Corsica. An incredible Endurance athlete. Enjoy the wild world of Ben Cureton.
2019-08-311h 44The Hidden AthleteEpisode 59: Sam Sheppard - Australian Open Water SwimmerSam has won countless State & National Swim titles both in the Pool & Surf but is more well know for his Open Water Swimming achievements over the past decade, representing the Country at Fina World Champs both in the 5km & 25km. Sam also holds the record for the most Pier To Pub wins (7) and recently smashed a huge field at the 20km Rottnest Channel Swim. Plenty to talk about with this superstar. Enjoy.
2019-08-211h 26The Hidden AthleteEpisode 58: John 'Iffy' Trevorrow - Australian Road Cycling IconIncredibly fortunate to sit down with this legend of Australian Road Cycling. Iffy walks us through his world including 4xNational Road Cycling Championships, 3xHerald Sun Tour Wins, 1972 Munich Olympics and a Bronze medal at the 1970 Commonwealth Games. A genuine icon of Australian Road Cycling.
2019-08-202h 04The Hidden AthleteEpisode 57: Emily May - Fostering Hope PsychologyEmily walks us through the Emotions and Psychology of the Endurance Athlete and Adventurer. A fascinating listen as we delve in to the world of the weekend warrior and pro athlete....communities dear to her heart. We cover how these groups could use the power of the mind to enhance and manage performance. Enjoy
2019-08-041h 40The Hidden AthleteEpisode 56: Bikepacking Ramblings with Steve Sullivan & Ross BurrageSteve Sullivan drills host Ross Burrage about his recent finish in the 2019 Tour Divide as well as some other stuff.
2019-07-271h 32The Hidden AthleteEpisode 55: Abdullah Zeinab - Winner 2019 6,800km Trans America Bike Race in Record TimeAn Ultra Endurance Cyclist who burst on to the scene in 2018 by Winning the 5,500km Indian Pacific Wheel Race then backed it up with a record breaking ride in the 2019 6,800km Trans America Bike Race placing him amongst the best Ultra Cyclists on the planet. An incredible athlete.
2019-07-182h 30The Hidden AthleteEpisode 54: Lael Wilcox - Ultra Endurance Cyclist & 2016 Trans Am Bike Race WinnerIn five short years Lael Wilcox has become known as one of the worlds best Ultra Endurance Athletes. The overall winner of the 6,800km 2016 Trans Am Bike Race & 2015 Female Winner of the 4,400km off-road Tour Divide. This current Tour Divide record holder shares some amazing insights into the crazy world of Ultra Endurance Cycling. Enjoy
2019-06-131h 10The Hidden AthleteEpisode 53: Josh Kato - Ultra Endurance Cyclist & 2015 Tour Divide WinnerThis is an incredible tell all story of what an elite Ultra Endurance Athlete can put themselves through when in their darkest moments. Josh's description of his 2017 Tour Divide race is mind blowing. Enjoy listening to one of the most likable and humble Ultra Endurance Athletes currently still racing.
2019-06-131h 54The Hidden AthleteEpisode 52: Ant Williams - Free Diver & Ice Diving 2xWorld Record HolderThis is an incredible story of bravery and skill. Ant walks us through the crazy world of free diving and the skill necessary to become one of the worlds best. He shares his story on becoming a 2xWorld Record Holder for an Ice Dive that reaches 75m below the surface. Insane story. Enjoy
2019-06-031h 28The Hidden AthleteEpisode 51: Alice McNamara - 2 x Rowing World Champion & Elite StairclimberAlice is a multiple National and World Champion Rower who has experienced her share of adversity but what you will find fascinating is her transition into one of the worlds best stair climbers. Alice has won the Eureka Tower climb 7 times, won the Empire State Building climb in just her second start whilst in her prime as a rower. A very interesting story. Enjoy.
2019-05-301h 51The Hidden AthleteEpisode 50: Alistair Donohoe - 6 x UCI Track & Road World Cycling Champ & 2 x Paralympian Silver MedalistAmongst some horrific injuries and life adversity, Alistair has managed to accumulate 18 UCI Track & Road World Championship Medals including 6 Individual World Championship Gold Medals. He has also won 2 Paralympic Silver Medals and was recently awarded the 2018 Australian Para Athlete of the year.....all by the age of 24.
2019-05-271h 28The Hidden AthleteEpisode 49: Grace Thek - Australian Pro TriathleteAfter turning pro just 15 months ago Grace Thek has hit the pro ranks in impressive style...with six Half Ironman distance podiums in her first 10 Half Ironman starts. A genuine up and comer from an elite running back ground. One to watch closely. Follow Grace's journey on Insta: @gracethek
2019-05-201h 21The Hidden AthleteEpisode 48: Nick Skarajew - Australian Single Speed Ultra Endurance CyclistOne of Australia's most experienced Ultra Endurance Cyclists is currently preparing for one of the worlds most prestigious off-road Bikepacking races...the Tour Divide. Nick is the first ever Single Speed rider to complete the grueling Race To The Rock and Hunt1000 and was on course in the 2017 Indian Pacific Wheel Race when the sad news of Mike Halls death spread down through the competitors. Enjoy.
2019-05-151h 57The Hidden AthleteEpisode 47: Chris Porter - Ocean Adventurer & Elite Surf AthleteIf you want to be inspired to get off the couch and squeeze the most out of life then have a listen to Chris' story. His account of an adventure around South Georgia Island with three good mates is incredible. They did it in record time and were only the third group to do so. Loved this listen.
2019-04-122h 03The Hidden AthleteEpisode 46: Bikepacking Ramblings with Lewis Ciddor & Ty DominTy & Lewis provide some insight into the world and evolution of the Bikepacking community in Australia. They walk us through their experience at the most prestigious off road Bikepacking event the Tour Divide and some more recent Australian events like VicDivide550. Enjoy.
2019-03-271h 35The Hidden AthleteEpisode 45: Josh Young - Australian Adaptive Cross Fit AthleteJust two years ago Josh was living a blissful life with wife Kati and two children when within moments a mountain bike accident changed his life forever. Josh walks us through his trauma and transition into becoming one of the worlds most promising elite Adaptive Cross Fit athletes.
2019-03-201h 20The Hidden AthleteEpisode 44: Peta Mullens - 11 x National Cycling Champion Road/MTB/Track/CXPeta Mullens has won 11 National Cycling titles across four cycling disciplines and represented the Green & Gold 6 times. No other cyclist in Australia can boast such a record. Peta walks us through how it all started on the road & track before transitioning through to become one of Australia's best Mountain Bikers representing Australia at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
2019-03-181h 14The Hidden AthleteEpisode 43: Will Walker - 2006 Australian National Road Race Champ & Pro Tour RiderWill Walker was once Australia's most exciting road cycling talent until serious health issues ended his career. Coached by the great Dr Aldo Sassi and riding for Robobank as a pro he quickly became a dual Grand Tour rider enroute to the Tour De France....then it ended as quickly as it started. An incredible yet quite sad story of an extraordinary talent. Enjoy.
2019-03-141h 59The Hidden AthleteEpisode 42: Brian Millett - Australian Age Group Ironman Triathlon ChampionThis is a story not to miss. Brian walks us through how he dug himself out of a 20 Year Drug & Alcohol abyss to become one of Australia's best Age Group Ironman triathletes qualifying for Kona 6 times. It is a brutal account of an incredible story. Truly incredible.
2019-02-261h 43The Hidden AthleteEpisode 41: Levi Maxwell - Australian Professional TriathleteLevi walks us through his 2 X Ironman Age Group World Championship Wins, his Australian Duathlon Championship Win and his journey as a Professional Triathlete to date. An amazing human who has come from very humble beginnings to fight his way into the competitive world of Triathlon. Watch his career unfold closely...it will be fun.
2019-01-091h 55The Hidden AthleteEpisode 40: Donna Rae-Szalinski - Pro Cyclist, Coach & Directeur SportifDonna Rae-Szalinski shares her 35 years of experience in the cycling industry in her trademark humble way. Donna walks us through an incredible Pro career that includes 3 X Tour de France finishes before sharing what it means to be a coach and mentor to some of the worlds best cyclists.
2018-12-271h 23The Hidden AthleteEpisode 39: Stephane Vander Bruggen - Belgium Age Group Triathlon ChampionAs the former Belgium Junior Triathlon Champion and Pro Triathlete, Stephane has gone on to accumulated over 70 wins as an Age Group triathlete including multiple Age Group World Championship Wins....but it his coaching that fuels his passion for triathlon, This is one durable and humble endurance athlete.
2018-11-161h 18The Hidden AthleteEpisode 38: Lisa Jacobs - 3 X Australian National Cyclocross ChampionA superstar of Australian Cyclocross. Lisa burst on to the Road cycling scene as a super talent representing Australia at the Giro d'Italia before finding her true love of cycling in Cyclocross. 3 National Titles later and 2 X World Championships Lisa reflects on what was a pretty crazy decade as a professional cyclist.
2018-11-111h 28The Hidden AthleteEpisode 37: Carol Cooke AM - 3xParalympic Gold Medalist & 7xWorld Champion CyclistCarol Cooke competed in both the 2012 & 2016 Paralympics as a Cyclist winning 3 GOLD Medals in the Time Trial and Road Race. Caz is also a 7 x World Champion but it is her incredible story of resilience that shines through as she walks us through her challenges managing MS whilst still competing as a top level elite athlete.
2018-10-171h 38The Hidden AthleteEpisode 36: Greg Stewart - Multiple Australian Triathlon & Duathlon ChampionGreg Stewart is a legend of Australian Triathlon racing the best around the world as a pro for over a decade through the 80's & 90's against the likes of Dave Scott & Mark Allen. Greg is a 2 x Australian Triathlon Champion and a 3 x Australian Duathlon Champion but was better known for his consistency over the Ironman Distance.
2018-10-031h 13The Hidden AthleteEpisode 35: Tash Fraser - Australian 100K & 50K Ultra Distance RunnerNow this is an incredible life story and a very special athlete. Sometimes it is more than just being the best of the best. Tash shares her journey and how she stumbled on running which essentially saved her life. An extraordinary athlete and a must listen. Enjoy.
2018-09-241h 21The Hidden AthleteEpisode 34: Mitch Anderson - Current 24 & 12 Hour Outdoor Cycling World Record HolderIn March 2018 Mitch Anderson from Melbourne Australia broke the prestigious long standing outdoor 24 Hour cycling world record. Mitch beat the record by just 4km covering 894.35km at an average speed of 37.25kmph, an insane achievement and story. Enjoy. Check out our Instagram @thehiddenathletepodcast for pictures and more.
2018-09-231h 53The Hidden AthleteEpisode 33: Belinda Hadden - Pro Ironman Distance & XTERRA TriathleteRaced as a Pro triathlete for 6 years after qualifying for Kona Ironman World Championships in first attempt as an age grouper before moving on to an off road XTERRA & Cross Triathlon pro career. A very popular athlete.
2018-08-151h 26The Hidden AthleteEpisode 32: Matt Daniels - Ultra Endurance Runner & Community ChampionThis guy owns the current Guinness World Record for running 55 Marathons in 55 Consecutive Days and has also ran the 760km from Adelaide to Geelong, the 460km Canberra Anzac Ultra finishing 4th and is 230 Half Marathons into his latest crazy of running 535 Half Marathons in 535 consecutive days all in the name of a cause. Fascinating listening.
2018-08-131h 04The Hidden AthleteEpisode 31: Zeb Walsh - Paddleboard World Champion & Ocean AdventurerIn 2013 Zeb won the 53km Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard World Championship then went on to become only the 5th person to complete the Single Double by winning the Prestigious Catalina Paddleboard race. Then everything went a little crazy brave when he and two mates became the fist ever to paddleboard the 300km Bass Strait before then completing the 200km crossing of the death trap Torres Strait in a carved out canoe.
2018-08-052h 20The Hidden AthleteEpisode 30: Jaryd Clifford - Paralympian & Vision Impaired 1,500m World Record HolderAt the age of 17 Jaryd represented Australia at the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games in both the 1,500m & 5,000m track events. 12 months on he became the vision impaired World Record Holder over 1,500m in extraordinary circumstances. This is an incredible story of a driven and talented up and coming Australian Athlete. Enjoy.
2018-08-011h 36The Hidden AthleteEpisode Reflection: Ross and Ty chat about all the athlete stories to date and responses from listeners.It has been a pretty crazy few months since the launch of the Podcast. 16 Episodes, 16 incredible athletes and 7,700 listening hours. we reflect a little on each episode and thank the listeners for their support.
2018-03-2958 min
Conscious ConversationsEpisode 1: Conscious Conversation with Ross BurrageRoss Burrage has held senior roles in billion dollar businesses, he's been a CFO and CEO of some of Australia's largest and most iconic retail brands. Ross gave all that up in a search for simplicity and a rediscovering of authenticity. Ross step backed and has now taken on some of the worlds toughest adventure challenges. This conversation explores this life path and learning's based on hard work, loyalty and resilience.
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