The High Performance Podcast

When you think of Alun Wyn Jones, you probably think of leadership, loyalty, and a rugby career built on sheer will. But behind the caps, the tackles, and the intensity, there’s a habit that mattered…

Formula One driver Carlos Sainz has always made bold choices, but none bolder than betting on Williams. In this episode, the F1 star opens up about turning down easier options to join a long-term pro…

As UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 builds momentum, here is a powerful conversation with England Lionesses head coach Sarina Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to victory at Euro 2022.

In this episode, Sarina shar…

This episode is all about something we don’t talk about enough in high performance, not just how we deliver, but how we’re remembered. 

When I sat down with Gary Barlow, he talked me through something…

Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg has seen it all, from Champions League finals to handling the world’s biggest football stars under immense pressure. But behind the badge is a story sha…

Avoiding tough conversations might feel easier, but it often holds us back.

In this episode, Jake and Damian unpack why leaning into difficult conversations is essential for growth, connection, and re…

What if the thing that makes you extraordinary isn’t something you’re born with, but something you choose?

In this episode, Jason Fox, former Special Forces operator, bestselling author, and host of S…

Graeme Lowdon is a seasoned motorsport executive best known for co-founding the Marussia F1 Team. 

In this episode, Graeme dives into the heartbeat of Formula One as the ultimate team game. He shares …

Who are you when the job title drops away? This episode digs deep into the question we often avoid but desperately need to ask ourselves.

Jake and Damian dive into the importance of knowing who you ar…

When you think of Gordon Ramsay, you probably think of shouting, sarcasm, and one-liners hot enough to sear a steak. But behind the fire is a habit that’s far more important than the volume: He takes…

Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, Shark Tank investor, and the outspoken former owner of the Dallas Mavericks.

In this episode, he shares how transforming the Mavericks wasn’t just about stats…

Think pro tennis is all glamour? Think again. In this episode, Jake and Damian sit down with former Irish Tennis pro Conor Niland, who reached a high of No 129 in the world, to explore the untold rea…

Triple H didn’t just dominate in the ring, he learned how to read a room, shift direction in real time, and lead an entire industry by listening closely.

In this episode, we unpack the surprising psyc…

Premier League Defender Dan Burn opens up about the impact of Eddie Howe’s leadership, how genuine communication and taking the time to connect with players makes a difference beyond just tactics. He…

Pressure shows up at the front door in broad daylight, stress lurks in the shadows of your own mind. One is the world’s expectation. The other is your own resistance to it.

In this episode, Jake and D…

Mo lost his son, Ali, in a tragic and avoidable surgery. It’s the kind of grief that could break anyone. But instead of shutting down, he turned toward the pain, with honesty, logic, and a question t…

Sam Allardyce is one of English football’s most seasoned and straight-talking managers, known as much for his no-nonsense attitude as for his deep understanding of the game. With a career spanning de…

You don’t have to be who the world tells you to be, and sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is step outside the box others have put you in.

In this episode, Jake and Damian dive into the ide…

Undefeated boxing champion and entrepreneur Laila Ali takes us ringside, then into the heart of what it means to belong. 

In this episode of Essential Habits, we uncover the deceptively simple practic…

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a Premier League striker known for his athleticism, drive, and key role at Everton FC. But beyond the goals and headlines, he’s also faced a tough road of injuries, personal …