Heather Fell - Pentathlon

Heather Fell - Pentathlon

Author: Andy Gray April 11, 2025 Duration: 40:34
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by former Pentathlon athlete and Olympic Silver Medallist, Heather Fell.

Andy Gray hosts Hobby of a Lifestyle, a conversation series that digs into the surprising origins of success. Rather than focusing solely on trophies or titles, each episode uncovers the personal story behind a guest's passion, tracing the line from a simple pastime to a defining profession. You'll hear from a diverse mix of athletes, coaches, and entertainers as they recount the precise moment a hobby clicked into place, becoming more than just a weekend pursuit. These discussions reveal the tangible impact of those early interests, examining how a love for a specific activity can quietly steer major life choices and reshape an entire career path. The podcast thrives on these nuanced, often overlooked beginnings-the first coach who offered encouragement, the repetitive practice that felt like play, or the community that provided a sense of belonging. It’s about the groundwork laid long before any public recognition, exploring how the skills and mindset forged in leisure become indispensable professional tools. Through these genuine conversations, the series builds a compelling portrait of how the things we do for love can, with dedication and a bit of serendipity, become the very things we do for a living. Tune in for thoughtful interviews that reframe our understanding of achievement, starting at the very beginning.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 100

Hobby of a Lifestyle
Podcast Episodes
Dan Bethell - Paralympic Silver [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:40
Send us Fan Mail Dan Bethell joins the pod to share his journey from county tennis to winning silver medal on the biggest stage in the world. Keep up to date with Dan's on Instagram and follow his journey to Paris 2024 @…
Amy Truesdale - ParaTaeKwondo Pioneer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:58
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Para TaeKwondo pioneer Amy Truesdale. Amy is a Paralympic Bronze medalist and multiple World and European Champion.
Tully Kearney - Paralympic, World and European Champion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:13
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by the amazing Tully Kearney. Tully shares her journey from an 8 year old starting swimming to competing on the worlds biggest stage. She opens up about her disAbility and the many challenges…
Lucy Renshall - Olympic Judoka [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:05
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by professional Judo competitor Lucy Renshall, fresh from the Tokyo Olympics. Lucy takes us through her journey as a child who just loved to compete and making her Olympic debut. You can foll…
Jumping for Joy - Bryony Page [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:51:33
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Double Olympic medalist Bryony Page. Bryony jumped off the plane from Tokyo and straight onto the pod to share her journey. She talks us through her story from a child who loved her sport…
Asif Sultani - A story of survival and resilience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:00
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by professional martial artist Asif Sultani. Asif's story is one of resilience and survival and sheds light on the journey of an asylum seeker. I am honoured to be able to share Asif's journe…
Zee - The pursuit of football [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:19
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by professional football player Zaneta Wyne. Zee talks us through her journey across Europe in order to play the sport she loves most. Zee has recently signing for West Ham United and is exci…
'Smokin' Joe Maphosa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:24
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by Joe Maphosa, former GB, WSB and now professional boxer. Joe talk to us about his journey to becoming a professional and how he has his eyes on the prize on becoming the English champion be…
Jamie Moore - World Champion trainer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:29
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by former British, Commonwealth and European boxing champion Jamie Moore. Jamie talks us through his journey to becoming a world class professional and the transition to becoming a world clas…
Jillian Brown - Worlds first [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:22
Send us Fan Mail I am joined by mental health advocate Jillian Brown. Jillian opens up about her experience of PTSD and talk us through her journey to completing Canadian and World firsts. Find Jillian own Instagram: @ji…