In this powerful filmed live episode, Brad Beer and Huw Darnell sit down with dual Olympic triathlon medalist Hayden Wilde for an unforgettable conversation in front of a live audience on the Gold Coast.
Hayden opens up about his journey from a small-town kid in Whakatāne to standing on the Olympic podium — not once, but twice.
He shares how loss, work ethic, and humility have shaped his rise through the world of elite triathlon.
From his early days balancing landscaping work and training, to overcoming injury, rebuilding from a devastating crash, and preparing for the Paris Olympics, Hayden gives a raw insight into what it takes to stay at the top of your game — physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Expect stories of grit, growth, and gratitude — and lessons every athlete and human can take away.
🎧 Topics Covered
• Early sporting influences and adversity
• Transition from multisport to elite triathlon
• Life after loss and finding purpose
• The Tokyo and Paris Olympic experiences
• The brutal truth of chasing gold
• Lessons from injury and comeback mindset
• Building a high-performance environment
• Coaching changes and staying humble under pressure
🧠 Key Quotes
“You can have all the success in the world, but the goal is to never change as a person.” – Hayden Wilde
“Sometimes the best high-performance environment is just good people, good food, and good vibes.” – Hayden Wilde
🎥 Watch Next
• Hayden Wilde – The Comeback from Injury → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNE_kHFk1pE
• Brad Beer & Huw Darnell – The New Way of Rehab & Performance → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86qi8z-ieTQ
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