Welcome back to the Transparently Jordan Podcast with host Jordan Disanjh. In this episode, Jordan sits down with Matt McQuade — leader, community-builder, and co-founder of the powerful movement known as The Belief Project.

Matt opens up about his personal journey: from childhood influences to navigating self-belief, discovering running, and eventually helping create a space that encourages people to push their limits and trust in their own potential.

This conversation dives deep into:

• How Matt’s upbringing shaped his early beliefs

• Why he struggled with confidence growing up

• The moment running became more than fitness — it became identity

• The origin story of The Belief Project and what the community represents

• The importance of showing up, even when you feel intimidated

• How run clubs are reshaping connection, mental health, and purpose

• Why ordinary people achieve extraordinary things when they feel supported

Jordan and Matt get real, honest, and vulnerable as they explore what it means to believe in yourself — not in theory, but in practice. Whether you're a runner, someone working on self-growth, or just looking for genuine conversation… this episode hits home.

Follow the communities mentioned: 👉 The Belief Project — @thebeliefproject_ 👉 Plunge Run Club — @plungerunclub

👉 Matt Himself —@matmcquade_

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with Steve Smallcalder as he shares his personal journey with alcohol with honesty and courage. Steve opens up about the moments that shaped him, the challenges he faced, and the steps he took to rebuild his life.

We explore: • The point where he knew something had to change • The emotional and mental realities behind addiction • How he worked to restore trust in himself • What recovery truly looks like day-to-day • The mindset shifts that supported his growth

This conversation is real, reflective, and deeply human offering insight, hope, and a reminder that change is possible at any stage.

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If you or someone you know needs support with alcohol use, here are some helpful resources:

• Alcoholics Anonymous Australia (AA): Free nationwide meetings (in-person & online) and peer support. • National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline — 1800 250 015: 24/7 confidential information, advice, and referrals. • Alcohol & Drug Information Service (ADIS): State-based confidential counselling and support for alcohol or drug concerns. • Drug and Alcohol Foundation: Evidence-based information, tools, and guidance for understanding alcohol use and getting support. • Lifeline — 13 11 14: 24/7 crisis support for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or needing someone to talk to. • MensLine Australia — 1300 78 99 78: Support for men dealing with addiction, mental health challenges, or emotional stress.

If you're struggling, you’re not alone — reaching out is a strong first step.

In today’s episode of Transparently Jordan, I sit down with personal trainer and bodybuilder Connor for one of the most honest, vulnerable, and powerful conversations we’ve had on the show.

Connor opens up about his lived experience with mental health, including some extremely dark periods in his life, and how discovering the gym became his emotional anchor and the space where he rebuilt his self-worth from the ground up.

We explore the realities of gym anxiety, comparison, identity loss after big goals, discipline vs. motivation, and why he chose to become a personal trainer who leads with empathy — not ego. This conversation is raw, grounding, and a reminder that behind every strong body is an even stronger story.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussions about mental health and suicide. Please listen with care. Support resources are listed below.

• Connor’s early mental health struggles and what shaped his journey

• Gym anxiety and why even trainers experience it

• Comparison, pressure, and feeling “watched” in the gym

• Motivation fading vs. discipline carrying you

• Why he became a personal trainer — and the deeper mission behind it

• Bodybuilding, identity, and the emotional crash after big events

• Rebuilding confidence through small wins

• Feeling lost, finding purpose, and learning to give yourself grace

• How fitness can be both healing and confronting

If you or someone you know needs support: 🇦🇺 Lifeline – 13 11 14 🇦🇺 Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 📱 13YARN (for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people) – 13 92 76 If outside Australia, please check your local mental health hotline.

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In this episode, I open up about the emotional crash that hit me after completing the Melbourne 70.3 Half Ironman. After months of training 12–15 hours a week, I expected to feel proud, fulfilled, and fired up. Instead, the moment I got home after the race, I felt flat… even depressed. This feeling is far more common in endurance sports than people realise. Today, I’m breaking down why post-race blues happen, how I navigated them, and what athletes recreational or professional can do to protect their mental health after a big event.

• My Melbourne 70.3 experience: from structured training to the emotional crash

• Why athletes experience post-race depression or post-event crashout

• The psychology behind the “all time high → sudden low” feeling

• How losing routine, structure, and identity can impact your mood

• The dopamine drop after a major goal

• Why finishing a race can feel strange, lonely, or anticlimactic

• How to manage emotional fatigue, burnout, and post-race emptiness

• Healthy ways to recover mentally and physically

• Practical steps to support your mindset after a big event

• Why talking about mental health in endurance sport is so important

• Post-race depression is normal—you’re not broken or ungrateful.

• Your brain and body experience a massive hormonal shift after a peak event.

• A strict training block gives your life structure; once it’s gone, you feel lost.

• You need space to recalibrate before jumping into the next big goal.

• Building non-sport identity and routine helps buffer the emotional drop.

• Triathletes, runners, cyclists, HYROX athletes

• Anyone training for marathons, half Ironmans, Ironmans

• Recreational athletes and first-timers

• Coaches, personal trainers, and endurance enthusiasts

• Anyone struggling with motivation or mental health post-event

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In this powerful and deeply important conversation, Jordan sits down with Leesa to discuss coercive control, emotional abuse, and the quiet forms of domestic violence that often go unnoticed even by the person experiencing them.

Domestic abuse isn’t always physical. Sometimes it looks like love, devotion, and protection until slowly, it becomes control, isolation, confusion, and fear.

Leesa shares her experience of recognising the signs, navigating denial, finding support, and rebuilding her sense of self. This episode shines a light on the subtle patterns of manipulation that can appear in relationships and empowers listeners with knowledge, tools, and hope.

If you're learning about coercive control for the first time, or suspect something feels “off” in a relationship this episode is a must-listen.

• What coercive control really looks like

• Emotional + psychological abuse signs most people miss

• How abuse can begin slowly and feel like love at first

• The key moments where Leesa realised something wasn’t right

• The role of social support, anonymous messages & online communities

• The internal conflict: “He was loving… and also controlling”

• Red flags including love-bombing, isolation, jealousy & pattern-based manipulation

• What helped Leesa break free and speak publicly

• How sharing her story created connection & healing

• Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS)

• Support systems available in Australia

• What to do if you're unsure whether it's abuse

💬 Abuse isn’t always loud sometimes it whispers 💭 Confusion, self-doubt, and guilt are signs of manipulation ❤️ Healthy love never isolates or controls 🧠 Naming the behaviour is the first step to healing 👭 You are not alone support exists and recovery is possible

If this episode brings up anything for you, please reach out for support:

Australia: 📞 1800 RESPECT — 1800 737 732 🌐 1800respect.org.au 📍 Domestic Violence Crisis Line (SA): 1800 800 098 👮 Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (SA) — check eligibility + info via SA Police 🏛️ DV leave & crisis payments info — Services Australia

Emergency: If you are in immediate danger, contact 000.

International:

Canada

📞 ShelterSafe / Assaulted Women’s Helpline — 1-866-863-0511 📱 Text #SAFE (#7233) on Rogers, Telus, Bell 🌐 sheltersafe.ca 📞 Domestic Violence Hotline (Canada-wide) — 1-800-363-9010

📞 National Domestic Abuse Helpline — 0808 2000 247 🌐 nationaldahelpline.org.uk 💬 Live chat & support options available

📞 Shine Domestic Abuse Helpline — 0508 744 633 (0508 SHINE) 📞 Women’s Refuge Crisis Line — 0800 733 843 (0800 REFUGE) 🌐 womensrefuge.org.nz

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This episode discusses domestic and emotional abuse. It is for education and support purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice.

In this episode of Transparently Jordan, I sit down with Jordan Checker creator of the new health & fitness meal-planning app designed to take the stress out of meal prep and help people fuel their goals with ease.

We dive into the real journey of building a tech startup from zero, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and what it truly takes to bring an idea to life in the health and fitness world. If you've ever dreamed of starting a business, launching a product, or creating something meaningful this episode will inspire you to take action and stay committed.

• The story behind Jordan’s app & why simplifying nutrition matters

• How to go from idea → execution → launch

• Mental resilience & staying motivated during tough seasons

• The realities of building a startup in the fitness space

• Lessons learned through risk-taking, failure, and persistence

• Balancing entrepreneurship, health, and self-discipline

Whether you're a fitness lover, future founder, or someone chasing a big dream — this episode gives you real insight into the mindset and work ethic behind success.

• Fitness entrepreneurship

• Startup journey & app development

• Mindset, discipline & motivation

• Meal planning & healthy living

• Overcoming doubt & staying consistent

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Listen to Jordan's first episode: Episode #33 🎧 (Recommended before/after this one for full context)

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult a qualified professional before making changes to your health, fitness, nutrition, or business decisions. You choose to follow any advice at your own discretion.

In this episode, Jordan sits down with Cosmina, a powerful mindset coach who helps people move beyond fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs to create real, lasting change.

Together, they dive deep into what healing actually looks like, how to rebuild self-trust after setbacks, and why failure can often be the turning point for growth. This conversation will challenge the way you think about fear, control, and identity and give you practical tools to start shifting your mindset today.

If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, or the fear of failure, this episode will help you reconnect with your inner strength and start showing up as your most authentic self.

• What true healing looks like beyond the surface

• How to identify and move through self-doubt

• The power of reframing failure as feedback

• How to tell the difference between fear and intuition

• Building self-trust and emotional resilience

• Letting go of control and surrendering to growth

• Reprogramming your subconscious mind and shifting identity

Fear doesn’t disappear but you can learn to move with it. Healing and growth start when you stop waiting to feel “ready” and start trusting yourself enough to take the next step.

This isn’t just another motivational chat. It’s a grounded, honest conversation about the real work behind mindset transformation packed with insights, reflection moments, and wisdom you can apply to your own journey.

You can Find Cosmina in instagram https://www.instagram.com/coachcosmina/

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In this episode, we sit down with Ollie Peake, co-owner of Peake Performance, men’s and women’s strength coach, and movement coach to challenge some of the old-school ideas around exercise, rehab, and fitness coaching.

We dive deep into how modern coaching goes beyond traditional rehab, helping people move better, perform stronger, and actually stay injury-free long term.

Ollie shares his philosophy on sustainable training, how to bridge the gap between rehab and performance, and why having the right coach can actually save you time, money, and frustration.

Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or everyday gym-goer, this episode breaks down how to train smarter, move better, and take your health to the next level.

• Why traditional physiotherapy and rehab methods often miss the mark

• The evolution of coaching and what modern training looks like

• How movement quality impacts performance and injury prevention

• Building habits that stick and a mindset that lasts

• Why investing in a coach saves you time, money, and effort

• How to transition from pain and restriction to strength and performance

Ollie is the co-owner of Peake Performance in Glenelg, South Australia where he coaches both men and women through personalised strength and movement programs. With a background in human movement and exercise science, Ollie blends strength training, biomechanics, and rehab principles to help people move well, train hard, and live pain-free.

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• Coaching and performance

• Modern rehab and movement science

• Sustainable fitness results

• Mindset and habit change

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