The Price You Pay

Dreams take flight from unexpected places. For 14-year-old Maggie Grey, Australia's junior world platform diving champion, it began while watching Simone Biles compete at the 2016 Rio Olympics. "Mom,…

What does it truly cost to chase Olympic dreams? For water polo star Tenealle Fasala, the price has been devastating—twice being cut from Olympic teams, including watching from the sidelines as the s…

What does it truly cost to chase Olympic glory? For Josh Bell, Australia's #1 men's skeet shooter, the price tag includes unpaid leave from work, constant financial uncertainty, and precious time awa…

Through sheer determination, Australian softball squad member Kayla Waller defies what most would consider humanly possible. Training four to five days weekly with grueling four-hour commutes, she si…

Seventeen-year-old motorsport prodigy Ben Holliday and his father Darren reveal the emotional and financial sacrifices behind pursuing a professional racing career while navigating family dynamics an…

Aislin Jones became the world's youngest Olympic shooter at age 16, qualifying for Rio 2016 in just four years instead of her planned eight-year timeline. Her journey illustrates the hidden financial…

**This episode was uniquely recorded prior to the Paris 2024 Games qualification process for Waterpolo **

Can you imagine the pressure of standing between the goalposts, knowing every decision could m…

Get ready to be inspired as we welcome Taylor Gosens and her father, Gerrard Gosens, to the Price You Pay podcast. 
Taylor, a para judo athlete who recently showcased her talents at the Paralympic Gam…

From a small rural town in Queensland to the grand stage of national rowing, Chad Willett's story is one of ambition, grit, and heart. 

In our latest episode, we are joined by 19-year-old rowing sensa…

Today, we sit down with the ultimate “Bike athlete” Molly McGill.  Ranked #2 in the world in BMX at age 15, she is now 22yrs old on the Australian Women’s Track Cycling team training for the World Ch…

What would you sacrifice for a dream? 

(Keep in mind that this conversation took place months before qualifying for Paris Paralympics 2024)

Uncover the extraordinary story of Jack Howell, a World Triat…

Mila Klyne is an 11-years-old Australian junior diving prodigy whose rigorous training and unyielding commitment have already set her apart in the world of sports. 

In this episode, Mila shares her de…

What happens when a casual "come and try" day turns into a quest for Olympic gold?

Kim Lavender, our Olympic hopeful archer, shares her remarkable journey: 

• from discovering archery to competing at the…

What does it take to become an Olympic athlete? Stacey Hymer takes us on her incredible journey from a curious four-year-old discovering Taekwondo to preparing for the ultimate stage: the 2024 Olympi…

 Today, we are excited to share the inspiring story of Hudson Brown, a trampolinist with Olympic-sized dreams, and the unwavering support from his mother, Melissa. Take off with us as we chart Hudson…

Indigenous Olympian Taliqua Clancy sets the tone for Season 2 of the Price You Pay Podcast with her genuine Welcome to Country - with respect and acknowledgement of the rich history of storytelling o…

In this episode of The Price You Pay, we immerse ourselves in the captivating world of water polo, exploring the inspiring journey of Ali, a talented young athlete, and her unique bond with her Water…

In this insightful episode, we explore the extraordinary journey of 20-year-old hockey sensation Claire Colwill. The narrative unfolds, highlighting Claire's unparalleled determination, familial sacr…

In this captivating episode, we explore the dynamic world of Kite Foil Racing through the remarkable journey of young athlete Oscar Timm. Oscar tells us about his swift ascent in this high-adrenaline…

In this episode of The Price You Pay, we dive into the inspiring journey of Jackson Collins, a rising star in the world of sprint kayaking. At just 24 years old, Jackson is a member of the Australian…