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Jun 2026

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Be Inspired. Be Moved. Inspiring conversations and actionable insights from ordinary people who choose to become extraordinary. Championing an area in their life in business, sport and the community.Champions Uncovered is all about igniting greatness and fueling champions to move into action through personal leadership and development. Our podcast purpose is to cheer you on your journey to becoming the best version of you through motivational conversations and encourage you to take action.

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September 29, 2026Episode 445 min

Championing Mental Health

Listeners are encouraged to flip the narrative from pain to purpose and to use adversity as an advantage. Brandon Fairweather, author of 'The Hell Inside Our Heads' has been shaped by extraordinary health challenges, including open-heart surgery at the age of 28, two strokes, a near-fatal bleed-out, and a successful battle against cancer and speaks on his experience with mental health practices. These life-altering experiences have not only strengthened his resilience but have profoundly influenced his passion for mental health, holistic wellness, and the belief that adversity can be transformed into advantage and your pain has a purpose. An encouraging podcast for everyone from entrepreneurs who are building in isolation, high performing athletes who feel pressure to executives who carry the weight of leadership.

June 1, 2026Episode 317 min

Champions of Change

Chris Oldnall and Peet Crowther completed the Triology Ocean Challenge with the third swim distance covering a distance of 66km. They talk to Birgitta Wasserfall about how this historic double False Bay crossing has raised significant funds and directly supports the South African Hall of Fame’s Legacy Project, empowering young South Africans through bursaries, mentorship, and development programs.

May 25, 2026Episode 210 min

Post Marathon Recovery

Birgitta Wasserfall talks to Cycling Coach, Running Coach and Sport Scientist, Devlin Eyden about recovering after a marathon.

May 18, 2026Episode 113 min

Marathon Race Week Preparation

Birgitta Wasserfall talks to Cycling Coach, Running Coach, Sport Scientist at Coach Parry, Devlin Eyden about preparation insights for the week leading up to a marathon race.

August 11, 2025Episode 640 min

Innovate for the Future

“Innovate for the future” covers what is required for innovation, exploring what the innovation journey looks like, the role leaders should play for innovation and learning what it takes to innovate. About Tendayi Viki Tendayi Viki is an author and advisor to corporate leaders. He specializes in creating buy-in for innovation, transformation, and breakthrough ideas. He holds a PhD in Psychology and an MBA. As Partner at Strategyzer, he has worked with leaders and teams to navigate the human elements of innovation, ensuring their initiatives gain the trust, support, and active participation from stakeholders. He has delivered keynotes, led workshops and advised global organizations and has over 20 years of experience as thinker and author. Visit his website: www.tendayiviki.com

February 6, 2025Episode 518 min

Sponsorship Playbook

Highlights and take-aways from a Sport Sponsorship Masterclass with Partnership Manager, David Brooke.

January 2, 2025Episode 435 min

Grassroots to Greatness

Discover how what you do today shapes the future. Laureus Sport for Good CEO, Marlene Coetzee-George and Justice Desk Africa Founding CEO, Jessica Dewhurst share their personal journey's and the experience they bring to the Foundation space.

September 27, 2024Episode 327 min

The role of Sports Ambassadors

Champions Uncovered Masterclass on the topic of Sports Ambassadors highlights ways a sport ambassador can enhance your brand, matching products that suit the athlete and how sponsoring up and coming athletes strengthens the sport in the long term.

March 26, 2024Episode 234 min

Start conversations that get results with Chris Fenning

Start conversations that get results with Chris Fenning Leadership Coach, Carla Wasserfall speaks to award-winning author, speaker and trainer Chris Fenning in this Champions Uncovered Ignite Greatness podcast. Chris Fenning makes it easier for us to communicate at work. He helps experts talk to non-experts, teams talk to executives, and much more. Chris's practical methods are used in organisations like Google and NATO, and have appeared in the Harvard Business Review. Find out how Chris can help you at www.chrisfenning.com Books available: Effective Emails: https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Emails-Straightforward-Communication-Business/dp/1838244069 39 Ways to Make Training Stick: https://www.amazon.com/Ways-Make-Training-Stick-Development/dp/1916818013 The First Minute: https://www.amazon.com/First-Minute-Start-Conversations-Results/dp/183824400X The First Minute Workbook - A practical tutorial with self-assessment and activities to help you improve the clarity of your communication at work. Based on the multi-award-winning book, The First Minute (https://chrisfenning.com/get-the-first-minute-workbook-free/)

March 12, 2024Episode 147 min

Moving at Altitude with Pierre Jordaan

" Abandon your fears. Embrace the mountains." - Mountain Abandon This episode focuses on navigating the paths of life and business. Meaningful movement is found in embracing the mountains. Pierre is a champion in his field of ultra-running, a Drakensberg fanatic and a knowledgeable adventure guide. As an experienced pilot and flight instructor, Pierre naturally has an understanding of navigation and is passionate about sharing his map skills, mountain survival mentality and love of nature with others. This podcast is filled with wisdom as Pierre shares his experiences along the way. Whether you are an athlete or a business athlete, you will benefit by listening to the insights shared. Visit Mountain Abandon https://www.mountainabandon.com/ for coaching, events, consulting. Instagram Follow "The Flying Runner" - Pierre Jordaan https://www.instagram.com/the.flying.runner/