The Unlikely Triathlete

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Conquering the Swim Leg: How to Overcome Open Water Anxiety and Panic Attacks

October 14, 2026

In this episode of The Unlikely Athlete, co-hosts Coach Rob and Coach Matt dive deep into the most daunting discipline for beginner and veteran triathletes alike: the swim. Following Coach Matt’s return from Ironman Victoria-Gasteiz in Spain—where challenging water conditions caused multiple athlete DNFs—the duo breaks down the most searched questions from athletes terrified of the water. From understanding why 70–75% of triathlon fatalities occur during the swim to managing the "washing ...

Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer at 55… Then He Won the T100 Singapore!

September 23, 2026

Is it ever too late to take up a brand-new sport and compete on the world stage? In this episode of The Unlikely Athlete, Coach Rob and Coach Matt sit down with Sam Haggag, an age-group triathlete based in Malaysia whose journey redefines what is possible after 50. Sam didn't start his triathlon journey until he was 55 years old—at a time when he could barely swim. Fast forward a decade, and Sam has completed World Championship events, faced a life-altering prostate cancer diagnosis and s...

The Alpine Seven Challenge: Swimming 26 Hours Non-Stop After Overcoming Cancer With Bernhard Hengl

September 09, 2026

In this episode of The Unlikely Athlete, co-hosts Coach Rob and Coach Matt sit down with Austrian ultra-endurance open-water swimmer and keynote speaker Bernhard Hengl. After retiring from a successful water polo career with nine national titles, Bernhard received a devastating cancer diagnosis out of nowhere. Instead of letting chemotherapy break his spirit, Bernhard turned his medical treatment into a mere "in-between challenge" and set a goal to return and win his 10th national title—a ...

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The Unlikely Triathlete is hosted by Rob Hardstone and Matt Davies. Its publicly listed email is podcast@disruptivemedia.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Unlikely Triathlete?

The publicly listed email for The Unlikely Triathlete: podcast@disruptivemedia.co.uk.

How many listeners does The Unlikely Triathlete have?

Podseeker estimates The Unlikely Triathlete reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Unlikely Triathlete?

The Unlikely Triathlete typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Athletes with notable endurance or multi-sport achievements, adaptive athletes, and people with compelling stories of overcoming illness or other major setbacks. Elite status is not required. Common among recent guests: Completed or won age-group endurance events; Participated in world championship or major marathon events; Returned to sport after serious illness or adversity. Recent guests include Sam Haggag, Bernhard Hengl, and Nick Klingensmith.

How hard is it to get booked on The Unlikely Triathlete?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Unlikely Triathlete cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Triathlon, Endurance Sports, Adaptive Sports, and Marathon Running. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.