Hosted by Jay Carter · 🇺🇸 US · EN-NZ · 196 episodes
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Talking Performance was a collaboration with Jay Carter & David Galbraith where they had guests on discussed the world and their views with them. Now Jay is flying solo and he interviews a guest to bring their story to the community and share some of their experiences in an effort to help us all grow.
Jay Carter hosts Talking Performance, a sports show with 196 episodes published.
In this episode of Talking Performance we explore how systems thinking and complexity science reshape our understanding of sports performance, injury prevention, and organizational change. Scott McLean, a seasoned resear
In this episode of Talking Performance, Dan Vann shares his journey from sports coaching to mental skills and performance coaching, highlighting practical strategies for stress management, goal setting, and resilience. D
Most leaders and coaches are afraid of showing their vulnerability, in this interview Cameron Schwab reveals why your “limp” is actually your greatest strength in leadership. At just 24, he became the youngest AFL CEO in
In this episode I speak to Richard (RJ) Smith as he reflects on the evolution of athlete and coach development. RJ emphasises simplicity, critical thinking, and the power of relationships in high-performance environments
Join us in this insightful episode where Christian Penny shares his expertise bridging Māori Tikanga, leadership, and complexity science to foster better collaboration, innovation, and performance in sports, business, an
Nick’s journey is fascinating. From one of New Zealand’s top amateurs, to early professional success, through a period where the game nearly broke him, and now into a phase where he’s playing some of his best golf with a
Seemed a cool episode to release the week of the Masters! This week I am joined by Dr Raymond Prior. Discover how to cultivate "stable confidence" and perform at your best under pressure. In this episode, Dr. Raymond Pri
In this conversation, David Galbraith and I explore how courage, mindset, and the metaphor of the handbrake influence personal and team performance across sports, leadership, and everyday life. DG emphasizes the importan
In this conversation with Lawrie Montague we explore the complexities of coaching and performance in golf, emphasizing the importance of awareness, the journey of seeking knowledge, and the evolution of coaching philosop
THIS IS A RE PUBLISHED EPISODE This Episode was recorded during Covid when Dave Rennie was with the Wallabies (Australian Rugby Team) and I hosted the podcast with David Galbraith (DG) who was with Renz when the Chiefs w
So excited to be joined by Pippa Grange, a performance psychologist for the last session of 2025. In this chat Pippa discusses her unique approach to performance psychology, emphasizing the importance of 'winning deep' v
NOTE: My Audio is not great, but good news I don't talk too much!!! In this conversation, I speak with Dr. Jay-Lee Nair and we delve into the intricacies of sports psychology, focusing on the balance between high standar
In this conversation, Owen Eastwood, a performance coach, shares insights into his experiences with the Ryder Cup and the unique challenges of coaching in professional sports. He discusses the importance of team cohesion
In this episode of "Talking Performance," I am joined by two people who I believe to be leaders in the coaching space; Samuel and Dave Keelty. We discuss the intricacies of coaching, development, and high-performance env
In this conversation, Jay Carter and Scott Curtis engage with performance coach Luke Mackie, who shares his experiences at the Ryder Cup, discussing the unique intensity of the event, the dynamics of team obligations, an
RE RELEASE - In this engaging conversation, Mark Matthews, a professional big wave surfer, shares his insights on the mental aspects of high performance, fear management, and personal growth. He discusses the unique chal
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of skill acquisition with Derek Panchuk, a leading expert in the field. Discover how scientific approaches to learning can transform athletic performance across various
In this conversation, Hone Heke Rankin shares insights into the significance of names, heritage, and cultural practices in Māori society. He discusses the importance of pepeha and whakapapa in establishing identity and c
In this episode of Talking Performance, I tried something a little different, a solo episode. I have had a brief hiatus but I have been looking at ways in which I may be able to add value to the listeners. With this in m
In this conversation, Andrew Sissons shares insights from his extensive career in policing, particularly in tactical operations. He discusses the journey into policing, the importance of talent identification, and the qu
Cameron Schwab
founder of Design CEO
1 appearance on this show
Dr Raymond Prior
author of Golf Beneath the Surface
1 appearance on this show
David Galbraith
Unleashing Greatness author
5 appearances on this show
Dave Rennie
All Black Coach 2026 · All Blacks
2 appearances on this show
Pippa Grange
performance psychologist and culture coach
1 appearance on this show
Owen Eastwood
high performance coach & best selling author of 'Belonging'
3 appearances on this show
Mark Mathews
chief economist and executive director of research · National Retail Federation
2 appearances on this show
Jay Carter
National coach · Chiefs Rugby
1 appearance on this show
Jonah Oliver
Performance Psychologist · High Performance Psychology
2 appearances on this show
Will Roberts
Head of School - Sport and Human Movement Waikato University · Waikato University
2 appearances on this show
Dr Alex Lascu
Learning Designer & Re-searcher
1 appearance on this show
Richard Young
Fedora from LAST CRUSADE · Country Financial
1 appearance on this show
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