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DIVE Beyond Sport
Hosted by Yona Knight Wisdom & Freddie Woodward · EN
DIVE (Discovering Identity, Value, and Excellence) Beyond Sport goes beneath the surface of elite sport — into the minds, moments, and messy bits of what it really means to be an elite athlete. Hosted by Olympic divers and long time mates Yona Knight-Wisdom and Freddie Woodward, this show isn’t about stats or podiums. It’s about the people behind the performances. From mental health to identity, purpose to transition, we explore the untold stories and honest reflections that often get left out of the highlight reels. With guests like Olympic medallists, rising stars, and athletes who've redefined their lives post-sport, DIVE is for anyone curious about what drives excellence — and what happens when the lights go off and the cameras stop rolling.
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Eat Your Way to Gold - with Sprinkles with Louise Bloor | DIVE Ep.18 Part 1
Feb 300:38:33Tap to summarizeFollow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode of Dive Beyond Sport, Louise Bloor shares her incredible journey from dreaming of the GB vest to becoming a renowned performance nutritionist. Louise discusses her career in track and field, her transition into nutrition, and balancing being an elite athlete with a full-time job. She delves into the importance of nutrition, the concept of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), and how critical it is for athletes to fuel their performance properly. The conversation also touches on the challenges of working with multiple sports, the nuances of athlete identity, and creating a supportive and happy performance environment. Louise also shares insights from her experiences with weight-making camps and the importance of evidence-based nutrition. Join us for an insightful dive into the world of sports nutrition and athlete performance. Show Notes • How does an athlete navigate the emotional shift from structured elite sport into an uncertain new chapter of life. • What happens when the discipline that once defined you begins to feel limiting rather than freeing. • How do injuries, setbacks, and changing priorities force an athlete to re-evaluate identity and self-worth. • What does resilience really look like when progress is no longer measured by medals or podiums. • How can athletes learn to listen to their bodies after years of pushing through pain and expectation. • What role does self-compassion play in sustaining long-term wellbeing after high-performance sport. • How do you let go of perfectionism without losing ambition or purpose. • What are the quiet mental battles athletes face when the spotlight fades and routines disappear. • How can vulnerability and honesty create deeper connection, clarity, and confidence beyond sport. • What does success look like when it’s defined by balance, fulfilment, and alignment rather than results. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:30 Louise Bloor's Athletic Journey 00:52 Balancing Sports and Career 02:41 Born to Win Program 07:19 Challenges and Injuries 12:46 Understanding RED-S 17:15 Nutrition and Post-Retirement Life 27:27 The Role of Nutrition in Sports 31:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Guest Pick: Book: Building a StoryBrand 2.0 Link: https://amzn.to/43YPC2t Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases made through the links above. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support the podcast. Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Louise Bloor: https://www.instagram.com/louise.bloor Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Throwing Stones at Houses with Bruce Mouat | DIVE Ep.17 Part 2
Jan 3000:26:11Tap to summarizeFollow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode of Dive Beyond Sport, hosts explore the journey of elite curler Bruce Mouat. Mouat discusses his rise in curling, from his early introduction to the sport through a video game to becoming an Olympic silver medalist and world champion. Mouat also delves into his experiences with his team, the importance of sports psychology, and the tactics behind curling. Additionally, he shares his personal story of coming out to his teammates and how it positively impacted his career. Inspiration, camaraderie, and inclusivity are key themes as Mouat emphasizes the significance of teamwork and the role of sport in overcoming personal challenges. The episode concludes with Mouat's aspirations for future inclusivity within curling and sports overall. Show Notes • What does it take to build sustained excellence in a sport where trust, communication, and tactics matter as much as physical skill. • How does growing up in a niche sport like curling shape confidence, identity, and long-term ambition. • What role do team dynamics, personality differences, and honest communication play in elite performance. • How can staying together across multiple Olympic cycles become a competitive advantage rather than a risk. • What happens when an athlete chooses authenticity, openness, and self-acceptance in a high-performance environment. • How can coming out and living openly transform focus, freedom, and competitive consistency. • What does leadership really look like when it’s rooted in collaboration rather than control. • How do athletes cope with Olympic heartbreak, near-misses, and the emotional hangover that follows. • What changes when winning becomes about shared success, community, and those who supported the journey. • How can elite sport be used as a platform for inclusion, inspiration, and creating opportunity beyond medals. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:18 Bruce Mouat's Journey in Curling 01:19 The Role of Video Games in Curling 04:58 Understanding the Role of a Skip 07:02 Team Dynamics and Longevity 11:22 Coming Out and Its Impact 15:57 Forming a Successful Team 28:14 Pursuit of Olympic Gold 31:02 Conclusion and Reflections Guest Pick: Podcast: Ramesh Ranganathan Podcast - Andy Murray: Retirement, Tennis Grunts & Finally Feeling Pride Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/andy-murray-retirement-tennis-grunts-finally-feeling/id1838594107?i=1000736018519 Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Bruce Mouat: https://www.instagram.com/brucemouat/ Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Throwing Stones at Houses with Bruce Mouat | DIVE Ep.17 Part 1
Jan 2700:35:45Tap to summarizeFollow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode of Dive Beyond Sport, hosts explore the journey of elite curler Bruce Mouat. Mouat discusses his rise in curling, from his early introduction to the sport through a video game to becoming an Olympic silver medalist and world champion. Mouat also delves into his experiences with his team, the importance of sports psychology, and the tactics behind curling. Additionally, he shares his personal story of coming out to his teammates and how it positively impacted his career. Inspiration, camaraderie, and inclusivity are key themes as Mouat emphasizes the significance of teamwork and the role of sport in overcoming personal challenges. The episode concludes with Mouat's aspirations for future inclusivity within curling and sports overall. Show Notes • What does it take to build sustained excellence in a sport where trust, communication, and tactics matter as much as physical skill. • How does growing up in a niche sport like curling shape confidence, identity, and long-term ambition. • What role do team dynamics, personality differences, and honest communication play in elite performance. • How can staying together across multiple Olympic cycles become a competitive advantage rather than a risk. • What happens when an athlete chooses authenticity, openness, and self-acceptance in a high-performance environment. • How can coming out and living openly transform focus, freedom, and competitive consistency. • What does leadership really look like when it’s rooted in collaboration rather than control. • How do athletes cope with Olympic heartbreak, near-misses, and the emotional hangover that follows. • What changes when winning becomes about shared success, community, and those who supported the journey. • How can elite sport be used as a platform for inclusion, inspiration, and creating opportunity beyond medals. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:18 Bruce Mouat's Journey in Curling 01:19 The Role of Video Games in Curling 04:58 Understanding the Role of a Skip 07:02 Team Dynamics and Longevity 11:22 Coming Out and Its Impact 15:57 Forming a Successful Team 28:14 Pursuit of Olympic Gold 31:02 Conclusion and Reflections Guest Pick: Podcast: Ramesh Ranganathan Podcast - Andy Murray: Retirement, Tennis Grunts & Finally Feeling Pride Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/andy-murray-retirement-tennis-grunts-finally-feeling/id1838594107?i=1000736018519 Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Bruce Mouat: https://www.instagram.com/brucemouat/ Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The Open Door (And Why You Should Go Through It) with Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson | DIVE Ep.16 Part 2
Jan 2300:33:56Tap to summarizeFollow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode of Dive Beyond Sport, Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson shares his remarkable journey from a young diver in Calgary, Alberta, to a distinguished athlete competing internationally. Yohan discusses how he began diving at seven years old, his transition to studying neuroscience and competing in NCAA diving at Northwestern University, and his eventual decision to represent Jamaica in diving — a move that helped him connect deeply with his heritage. Yohan elaborates on the powerful partnership he formed with Yona and the historical impact they made together. Despite narrowly missing the Olympic qualification, Yohan bravely transitioned to bobsledding, continuing to chase his Olympic dreams in a new sport. He reflects on the values, resilience, and experiences from his diving career that prepared him for this new challenge. Yohan's story is one of open doors, embracing diverse identities, and finding strength and purpose through sport. Show Notes • What happens when an elite athlete has the courage to walk away from one sport and start again in another. • How does transitioning from competitive diving to elite bobsleigh challenge identity, confidence, and self-belief. • What does it mean to represent a country, culture, and heritage while navigating global elite sport. • How do athletes cope with uncertainty, near-misses, and the emotional toll of Olympic qualification. • What role does adaptability play in surviving and thriving across different high-performance environments. • How can embracing discomfort and “open doors” unlock unexpected opportunities in sport and life. • What are the hidden psychological challenges of switching disciplines at the highest level of competition. • How do elite athletes learn to separate self-worth from results, rankings, and selection outcomes. • What lessons do failure, reinvention, and transition teach about resilience and long-term growth. • How can sport become a vehicle for perspective, connection, and meaning beyond medals and performance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Diving and Bobsled Transition 00:48 Lessons from Missing the Olympics 01:59 Overcoming Fear and Building Resilience 03:08 Unlearning Diving Techniques for Bobsled 05:49 The Power of Full Commitment 07:02 Pursuing the Olympic Dream 13:58 Mentorship and Lifestyle Changes 19:21 Retirement from Diving and Future Goals 23:30 Applying Sports Lessons to Medicine 26:22 The Value of Connections and Relationships 28:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Guest Pick: Book: The Emergency by Thomas Fisher Link (paperback): https://amzn.to/4pKRO5V Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases made through the links above. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support the podcast. Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson: https://www.instagram.com/yohan.esk Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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