The Podium

Join Olympic Champion Duncan Armstrong OAM and Olympic and World Champion Swimmer Frances Collins as they delve into the exciting world of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the impact it will have on the Sunshine Coast region . Our mission is to bring together all relevant stakeholders through our six established committees - Sport & Recreation, Business & Tourism, Community & Volunteers, Arts & Culture, Environment & Sustainability, and Infrastructure. We'll be identifying and communicating initiatives and activities that will benefit our region, so stay tuned for all the latest updates. With a focus on connecting and encouraging partnerships, this is a podcast you won't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Podium is a sports podcast hosted by Podspot, with 6 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Podspot hosts The Podium, a sports show with 6 episodes published.

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  Roz White SC2032 October Update

  Oct 23, 20253 minS0

  <p>Sunshine Coast 2032 is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, established in 2022 to maximise the opportunities provided by the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Driven by the needs and aspirations of our region, Sunshine Coast 2032 aims to deliver enduring benefits across sectors for the community. We seek to drive economic success, foster positive community sentiment, and enhance the liveability and environment of our region.</p><br><p>Sunshine Coast 2032 operates under the direction of a Board of Directors and is driven by volunteers united by a common purpose to liaise, connect, and unite with stakeholders through collaborative relationships in accordance...

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  A Vision for the Future of Paralympic Sports | Brendan Hall

  Aug 29, 202430 minS1

  <p>Join hosts Olympic Champion, Duncan Armstrong OAM and Australian Olympian and World Cup Medalist Frances Collins as they sit down with Paralympic swimmer Brendan Hall, who shares his incredible journey as the flag bearer for the Australian team at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.</p><br><p>Brendan opens up about his return to competitive swimming and the significance of his S9 classification, shedding light on the mental resilience required for high-pressure competitions. He also reflects on his personal life, mental health challenges, and future aspirations within the Paralympic community, highlighting the transformative power of sports and the importance of...

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  Punching Through Pain | Brad Hore

  Aug 7, 202437 minS1

  <p>Join hosts Olympic Champion, Duncan Armstrong OAM and Australian Olympian and World Cup Medalist Frances Collins as they chat to Olympic Boxer and Sunshine Coast resident Brad Hore.</p><br><p>Brad really opens up about his journey in boxing and his artistic contributions to the upcoming Paris Olympics. Brad shares his experiences at the Sydney Olympics, where he faced significant challenges with weight management, preventing him from competing. He reflects on the emotional and physical hurdles he overcame, emphasising resilience and growth. </p><br><p>Brad also proudly chats about his role in promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait...

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  Sunshine Coast 2032: Where Sports, Sustainability, and Community Unite

  Jul 31, 202435 minS1

  <p>This is the podcast to listen to for all the latest information about the preparations and impacts that the upcoming Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will have on the Sunshine Coast. </p><br><p>Join hosts Olympic Champion, Duncan Armstrong OAM and Australian Olympian and World Champion Swimmer Frances Collins as they chat to Sunshine Coast Council Program Lead Grantley Switzer.</p><br><p>In this episode Grantley talks through infrastructure development, community engagement, and sustainability for the Sunshine Coast around Brisbane 2023. Grantley highlights proactive measures being taken, including accessibility improvements and collaboration with local stakeholders. </p><br><p>...

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  Episode #2

  From Underdog to Olympic Gold: The Incredible Journey of Duncan Armstrong

  Jun 28, 202351 minS1

  <p>Eulogy for host Wayne Smith from Duncan Armstrong - G'day everybody. Duncan Armstrong here. Um, a little bit of sad news to begin this podcast, I spoke to Fran and Wayne Smith, just a couple of months ago for the podium podcast, which you're about to hear, but the sad news between recording and now Wayne has passed away. Wayne Smith was a fantastic journo for many, many years.</p><br><p>I was speaking to my coach, Laurie Lawrence, just this week about the sad news of Wayne's passing, and he made the comment that Wayne actually was...

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