Lockie and Lleyton return for another episode of The Unfunded Podcast, unpacking the latest stories shaping the triathlon world. From Australia’s team selections and the rise of young athletes, to predictions for Matt Hauser, Hayden Wilde, and the upcoming World Championships, the boys dive deep into the sport’s most exciting narratives. They revisit the ongoing debate between Super League Triathlon and the T100 tour, explore the confusion of “too many world titles,” and debate youth versus experience in mixed relay selections.

Show Notes

• Intro & catch-up – back in the studio and setting up this week’s yarn
• Australia’s triathlon updates – team selections, Paris 2024 prep, and junior athletes
• World Championships preview – Hauser, Wilde, and who’s looking strong
• Super League vs T100 – format battles and the fight for attention
• Too many world champions? – why the sport’s titles confuse fans
• Relay debates – youth vs experience in team selection
• Predictions & takeaways – what excites the boys most about the next races
• Closing thoughts – reflections and sign-off

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The boys are back! In Episode 21 of The Unfunded Podcast, Lockie and Leighton return to the studio to talk all things triathlon – from World Triathlon Series drama to Super League shake-ups and T100’s growing influence.

We break down:
- Matt Hauser’s dominance in the World Series and whether Del Miguel Hidalgo can still take the title.
- Coaching changes & off-season resets – why so many athletes are mixing it up.
- Lockie’s DQ story – the accidental course cut that got him disqualified.
- Hamburg Mixed Relay win – Australia’s big result and the youth vs experience debate.
- Super League vs T100 – which format has the edge and why the sport feels fragmented.
- Hayden Wilde’s insane comeback after breaking ribs & a scapula just 3 months ago.

Whether you’re into short-course racing, long-course battles, or just love the behind-the-scenes banter, this one’s packed with hot takes, predictions, and the kind of triathlon chat you won’t get anywhere else.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Back in the studio & sponsor shoutouts
04:10 – Life, training, and coaching changes
08:20 – The DQ story: What happened & lessons learned
12:00 – World Triathlon Series update: Hauser vs Hidalgo
18:40 – Hamburg Mixed Relay analysis
23:45 – Super League vs T100 discussion
29:40 – Too many “world champions” in triathlon?
31:30 – Hayden Wilde’s comeback
34:55 – Closing thoughts & listener shoutouts

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In this milestone 20th episode of The Unfunded Podcast, Lockie, Lleyton, and Sarah get real about the future of the show. After countless laughs, honest chats, and hard-earned lessons, Unfunded has hit a financial crossroads. The team opens up about the cost of keeping the podcast going and why they need your help to survive.

They also dive into race predictions, recent setbacks (including Lockie’s unlucky flat tire), and what’s next for Australian triathlon. But at its heart, this episode is a call to the community: If you’ve enjoyed the ride so far, now’s the time to help keep the lights on.

🎧 Tune in, and find out how you can support this passion project — before episode 20 becomes the final chapter.

Lockie makes a big call — he’s officially cut ties with his coach. The crew dives into what led to the decision, what athletes need more (and less) of from their coaches, and how to trust your gut when things don’t feel right.

In true Unfunded fashion, the boys also reveal they may have kept a 5K run option from Sarah… just to nudge her into doing the 10K instead. Classic stitch-up.

They also unpack what it really takes to back yourself, why the “no plan B” mentality can be risky, and the not-so-glamorous reality of budget travel and burnout.

Honest, thoughtful, and just chaotic enough — this one’s for every athlete who’s questioned the path they’re on (or been conned into a longer run).

The crew dives deep into what it really means to be an athlete — and what happens when the medals stop coming. From hilarious tales of crayfish-fuelled diplomacy in China to raw reflections on sobriety, sponsorships, and the realities of triathlon life, no topic is off-limits.

They explore the mental and emotional challenges athletes face when transitioning out of elite competition, the critical role of community, and how social media is shaping the future of the sport. Plus, thoughts on coaching, burnout, and why it’s time young athletes start planning for more than just the podium.

It’s honest, insightful, and unexpectedly funny — just like triathlon itself.

We’re joined by two-time Commonwealth Games triathlete Ollie Turner, who takes us behind the curtain of going from a keen age-grouper to racing on the world stage. We talk about everything from university distractions and COVID curveballs to the real grind of chasing pro status.

The crew also shares training updates, race prep highs and lows, and the pressure that comes with wanting to level up in the sport. Ollie gets candid about the Super League spotlight, handling setbacks, and the health hurdles that nearly derailed it all.

It’s a raw, honest look at what it takes to go from good… to great.

The team gets real (and slightly ridiculous) about the ups and downs of tri life. From foam-rolling fails and warm-up woes to brutal race recaps and bizarre injury tales, it’s all on the table. Lockie and Lleyton open up about what it really takes to chase peak performance while juggling normal life—and producer Sare tries to keep up.

The crew also dives into the controversial Enhanced Games—an all-drugs-welcome sporting event that has everyone talking—and unpack what it means for the future of elite sport. Toss in some State of Origin chat and a few deep musings about mental resilience, and you've got a brutally honest (but always hilarious) look at the life of athletes who love the sport… even when it doesn’t love them back.

The boys (and Sarah) get fired up and brutally honest about the highs and hells of triathlon life.

Producer Sarah drops the vape and hits the pavement—literally—while the boys share wild stories from the track and the treatment table.

No one's safe as they call out the pressures chewing up young talent, the shady side of early elite competition, and the grind behind the glam.

There's race talk, bold predictions, and some hot takes that'll either inspire you… or piss someone off. Either way, you’ll be entertained.