The Athletes Podcast

Dusty Imoo, also known as "The Goalie Therapist," shares his journey from professional hockey goaltender to mental performance coach, offering insights on managing stress and finding balance in high-performance situations. Drawing from his 15-year career, most recently coaching with the Los Angeles Kings, Fort Wayne Comets, and Japanese national team, he provides practical wisdom for athletes looking to optimize their men...

Cruz Oguz, dubbed the most athletic kicker in the country prior to entering the NCAA, shares his multifaceted approach to athleticism through football, track, and tricking while creating his social media content.

• Creates and edits all content himself, recently upgrading equipment to enhance quality
• Follows a modified diet with around 200g of carbohydrates while cutting for summer
• Boasts impressive lifting num...

April Hutchinson, a three-time Team Canada record-holding powerlifter, shares her journey from childhood athlete to women's sports advocate after being suspended for speaking biological truths about male competitors in female categories.

• Sports served as therapy through difficult times including childhood abuse and later struggles with alcoholism
• Found sobriety six years ago and channeled energy into powerlift...

Siddhartha Bhat, a 14-time Team Canada Taekwondo national champion, shares his journey from being a troublemaking child to becoming one of Canada's most decorated martial artists. He explores the discipline martial arts instilled in him and why he believes every child should learn some form of self-defense.

• Growing up in Toronto as a child of Indian and Sri Lankan parents shaped Siddhartha's cultural identity

Marie-Eloise Leclair shares her journey from a Montreal athlete to becoming a Canadian Olympian competing in the 4x100m relay at the Paris Olympics. National Record Holder 13x All-American D2, her story weaves through early sports experiences, collegiate decisions, Olympic village insights, and her ongoing development as an elite sprinter.

• Originally recruited to SFU as a 400m hurdler before her coach redirected her to p...

Eleni Demestihas, Director of Hockey Operations for Cookstark Management, shares her journey from law school to becoming an agent for women's hockey players and offers insights on the explosive growth of the PWHL.

• Began as a law school graduate who wanted sports industry education without necessarily practicing law
• Started representing hockey players when many had no agents, particularly focusing on players wh...

Paris O'Brien shares his remarkable journey from quitting hockey at age 15 to becoming the Chinese national hockey goaltender and Olympian. His story demonstrates how stepping away from sport temporarily can sometimes be the catalyst for future success when combined with passion, hard work, and being ready when opportunity arises.

• Growing up playing minor hockey in Coquitlam before deciding to take a year off at age...

Doug Lynch, former professional hockey player turned entrepreneur, shares his journey from the ice to founding innovative performance apparel company Filium and how the relationships built through sports became the foundation for his business success.

• Began playing hockey at age three in Coquitlam, BC, eventually being drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the second round
• Won a Memorial Cup with the Red Deer Rebels at...

Linus Karlsson joins us from our new Pioneer Auto Group Jeep studio to discuss his hockey journey from Sweden to North America and the challenges of adapting to a different style of play. Linus shares insights about his NHL experience while revealing the mental aspects of professional hockey that fans rarely see.

• Linus discusses his new Jeep from Pioneer Auto Group and how it fits his hockey lifestyle
• Comparison of...

Discover the inspiring journey of Jillian Weir, an Olympic hammer throw athlete who excels in her sport and provides insights into competing against strong rivalries and personal adversities. Jillian highlights her non-traditional path from various sports to hammer throwing as well as the differences between Commonwealth Games and the Olympics, shedding light on each competition's unique challenges and opportunities.

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Richie Bullbrook shares his journey from a young skateboarder inspired by cartoons to a competitive athlete vying for Olympic recognition. He discusses his family's role in his development, the emotional impact of his father's passing, the reality of imposter syndrome, and his commitment to fostering community among young skaters. 

• Starting skateboarding at four, inspired by a favourite cartoon 
• The impor...

This episode focuses on the critical role of social media for athletes in building their brands and connecting with fans. Nick Bowins and Dan Marrazza discuss strategies, share insights on the evolving digital landscape, and emphasize the necessity of authenticity and intelligent engagement for aspiring athletes.

• The significance of social media in an athlete's career
• Successful case studies and examples of ...

Wyatt Moss shares his inspiring journey of completing 50 marathons in 50 states within a year, emphasizing the importance of mindset, faith, and community support. He highlights how the philosophy of "Misogi," which focuses on striving for greatness in each day, propelled him through physical and mental struggles along the way.

• Introduction of Wyatt Moss and the 250th episode
• Misogi philosophy about dai...

Three-time Olympian and motivational speaker Liz Gleadle joins us for the second time on the show for an insightful conversation about her groundbreaking holistic approach to athlete training. Here is the link to her course: 

https://www.skool.com/peak-performance-accelerator-1215/about

The first module, Foundations, is free. 

The second, Daily Wins, is paid. Athletes get a 60% discount - they just have to message (@javelizz) directly...

Celebrate the incredible journey of Erin Routliffe as we chat about her rise to the pinnacle of doubles tennis. From her early days with the Caledon Free Tennis program to clinching the US Open doubles title in 2023, Erin's story is one of resilience, passion, and triumph. She candidly shares how COVID-19 impacted her career and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of professional tennis, including the intricacies...

Get ready to be inspired by Sach Latti's astonishing endurance journey as he shares his experience of running 60 kilometres every day for 60 days. We explore the incredible mental strength and dedication required for such a feat and discuss his next ambitious goal of running across Canada as the first person of colour to do so. Alongside these awe-inspiring stories, we chat about the importance of supporting local sports, with...

Episode #246 features Bruce Colero, the visionary founder of Perfect Sports Supplements. Bruce walks us through his extraordinary transition from a career as a dedicated athlete to a significant player in the sports supplement industry. With over 25 years of experience in fueling athletes, he shares the crucial decision to prioritize building Perfect Sports over pursuing a professional fighting career. While we learn about his head...

High-performance athletic training is not all equal as we learn from our guest Dante Martella, the visionary behind Kinetic House in Toronto. Discover how Dante turned his dream into a reality, creating a state-of-the-art performance center and sports therapy clinic that has significantly impacted athletes, including Indiana Pacers' Andrew Nembhard. Learn how we prepared for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon with the help of ost...

Unravel the exhilarating world of track and field with Canadian Olympians Mariam Abdul-Rashid and Duan Asemota, fresh from their experiences in Paris. They invite us into their lives, sharing the electrifying energy of the Olympic Village, where four years of dreams are packed into a whirlwind week. You'll hear about the unique bond formed among athletes, the thrill of competition, and the occasional culinary mishap. Amidst th...