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by Micky Collins
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  • Episode 85: Ironman Barcelona 2026. The one that got away!

    October 8, 2026 · 16 min

    Months of preparation, setbacks, injury and one big goal: Ironman Barcelona 2026. Then word of the storm arriving and the race was cancelled. This is the story of the Ironman that never happened… and why the unfinished business isn’t…

  • Episode 84: Ciaran Daly

    September 21, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

    Throughout his youth and into early adulthood Ciaran Daly only knew one thing: Gaelic Football, and up to Lockdown he was your typical GAA team player. But training on his own opened his eyes and heart to new possibilities and he signed up…

  • Episode 83: Rosie Tennyson

    September 15, 2026 · 47 min

    Rosie Tennyson has had to overcome huge obstacles on her journey into triathlon. Recovering from a below the knee amputation and breast cancer, as well as fulfilling her role as Mum in a busy household, Rosie perfectly exemplifies the tag…

  • Episode 82: Alpe d'Huez Triathlon Review

    August 17, 2026 · 48 min

    An overview of the Alpe d'Huez long distance triathlon with Stevie McKenna and Conor Maguire. Sponsored by: www.veloyelo.com www.feartheturtletricoaching.com www.vitalizeomagh.com Conway Cycles Omagh: 07435 768015

  • Episode 81: Jim Logan

    August 5, 2026 · 46 min

    Micky talks with James Logan, author of Just Keep TRI-ing, to explore an extraordinary journey of resilience, faith, and determination. After multiple failed Ironman attempts and a devastating stage 4 cancer diagnosis, James refused to…

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  • Episode 80: Shane King

    July 23, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

    Shane King traces his journey from an Irish dancing lightweight youngster through track and field, inter-County Gaelic football, sports science, and Ironman finisher to the powerhouse endurance athlete he is today. Inspired by so many…

  • Episode 79: Sean Conway, Fear the Turtle!

    July 9, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

    Sean Conway, of Fear the Turtle Triathlon Coaching, looks back over his epic triathlon charity challenges over the years. Sean has recently escaped from Alcatraz and dodged the sharks in San Francisco Bay but was certainly in a few A&E…

  • Episode 78: Sheephaven Half 2026

    July 1, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

    Micky reviews the 2026 Sheephaven 70.3 with age group winners (Oliver Harkin and Joe Hand) and podium finishers (Conor Maguire and Helen Perry). We get great insight into the top racers perspective on this epic event and discuss the…

  • Episode 77: Paulo Ross

    June 24, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

    Paulo Ross looks back on his journey to the Ironman red carpet in Austria! Cross Fit, Paddle-boarding the Channel and conquering the Seven Peaks Challenge have all stood Paulo in good stead to take on the 140.6 of swim, bike and run. This…

  • Episode 76: Ironman Lanzarote 2026 Review

    June 14, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

    Micky talks to first timer Marty Loughran who completed Lanza as his first 140.6; we find out how Lars Ronning managed on his quest to qualify for Kona and Chris Wild hits the podium on his 20th attempt at his beloved “home” event. Video…

  • Episode 75: Back to the Future III

    May 27, 2026 · 57 min

    We catch up on 2 previous guests to see how they got on in future events discussed in the past. Finbarr McCann recalls the journey to the Omagh Half Marathon and is eyeing up para-triathlon and we chat with Gary Rea about his epic…

  • Episode 74: Coach Steve Moody

    May 11, 2026 · 56 min

    Coach Steve Moody shares his journey from schoolboy rugby player to seasoned triathlete. Steve’s love for triathlon and his subsequent calling to coaching is evident with this passionate, energetic and enthusiastic discussion with Micky…

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About the show

An inspirational and transformative journey from a fed up Iron Maiden fan to an Ironman finisher finally at peace with himself, proof that it’s never too late to start. Motivational and inspiring fitness interviews with the unsung heroes of triathlon, endurance, swimming, cycling and running.