Hobby of a Lifestyle
I talk with athletes, coaches, entertainers and more to discuss how their hobbies have impacted life choices and career decisions. I explore how and when guests first found a passion for the Hobby they love and how they forged a career from it.
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 129
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Hazel Findlay - International Climber
I first came across Hazel whilst watching Artic Ascent.
Hazel joins the pod to share her HOAL story and talk about being one of only 2 people in the world to climb a rock face on the sid…
Lexi Chambers - Endurance Athlete
I am joined by Lexi Chambers - Endurance athlete and multiple world record holder.
Lexi has an inspiring story and one that has only just begun.
Aleksandr Sorokin - Ultra Runner - World Records holder
Aleksandr Soroking, Ultra Marathon runner and multiple World Record holder joins the pod to share some of his journey to Ultra domination.
Return of Amy Truesdale - Paralympic Champion
Amy Truesdale returns 3 years on as Para Taekwondo Paralympic Champion. Amy shares her journey from 2021 Paralympic Bronze and shares her dreams moving forward.
Porter Ballard - Jump Rope World Champion
Porter Ballard joins the pod to share his HOAL story. Learn how Porter's older brother inspired him to take up Jump Rope and how it led to him competing and teaching around the world.
I…
Grace Dafoe - Skeleton athlete
I am joined by Candian National Skeleton athlete, Grace Dafoe.
Grace takes us from her days as a competitive figure skater through to representing her country as a skeleton athlete.
Fin…
Mark Dowdle - Ultra Running
Mark Dowdle joins the pod to share his "HOAL" story. We find out his WHY to starting running and just where his journey has led him to.
Harley Cooper - Young Man, Big Ambition
Harley Cooper approached me after a talk I delivered to a local College. This young man put himself out there, give a brief insight to his journey, and well, who am I to not give Harle…
Corey Bellemore - Beer Mile World Record Holder
I am joined by the King of the Beer Mile, Corey Bellemore.
Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw
I am joined by Pro MMA and Bare Knuckle Fighter, Jayme "Atombomb" Hinshaw.
Mette Bjerknes - Powerboat Pilot
Mette Bjerknes joins the pod to share her HOAL story.
Mette is 1 of only 2 females to race in the F2 Powerboat World Championships. Discover how she found the sport and why she waited u…
Noah Cutter - Bare Knuckle
I am joined by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fighter, Noah Cutter. Learn about Noah's journey to the BKFC and find just who he has on his radar this year.
Instagram - @noahscutter
Robyn Lock - Welsh International Rugby
I am joined by Robyn Lock as she shares her HOAL story and the trials and tribulations she faced pursuing her goal of becoming an international Rugby player.
Nicholas Daines - Stunt Coordinator & TV Presenter
Nicholas joins the pod to share his HOAL story of becoming a successful Stunt Coordinator, working on some of Hollywoods biggest movies and transitioning into TV presenting.
Kristina 'The Krystal" Tkach - 9 Ball Pool
Kristina Teach joins the pod to share her HOAL story to World Junior Champion and most recently her Bronze medal in the Adult World Championships.
Find Kristina on Instagram - @thekristi…
Coach Kav
Coach Justin Kavanaugh joins the podcast to share his HOAL story.
Coach Kav has worked with over 50,000 athletes and continues to push athletes to greatness.
Grant Hodnett pt2 - Mental Health and Sport
**Warning -This episode may be triggering and discusses mental health **
In episode 2 Grant discusses his journey with Mental Health and how it stemmed from his professional career.
If …
Grant Hodnett pt1 - Former Pro Cricketer
I am joined by former professional Cricketer, Grant Hodnett.
In part 1, Grant shares his journey from South Africa to playing professional cricket in England.
Hunter Thomas - Foundation Disc Golf
I am joined by serial entrepreneur and part owner of Foundation Disc Golf, Disc Dot and Atlas Disc Golf, Hunter Thomas.
Hunter takes us through "the HOAL story" that led to him running 3…