July 22, 2022: Mark the date. Nelly Attar etched her name in history, becoming the first Arab woman to conquer K2, the world’s second-highest and notoriously dangerous “Savage Mountain.” This […]
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From Pool to Platform: Paralympian Jessica Smith OAM PLY on Advocacy, Identity, and Real Inclusion
What does true inclusion and diversity really look like in the world of sports? Paralympian swimmer Jessica Smith OAM, who represented Australia at the Athens 2004 Games, brings a raw […]
She Can Tri: Empowering Women Through Sport
In a truly inspiring bonus episode first published on November 25th, 2022, The Mettleset Podcast features Jackie Faye, founder of She Can Tri. Discover how this powerful non-profit organization helped […]
To the Ends of the Earth: Tima Deryan’s Limitless Pursuit of Inspiration
Imagine skiing to both the North and South Poles, conquering the highest peaks on every continent. Meet Tima Deryan, a Lebanese mountaineer who is doing just that, and inspiring countless […]
An Eating Competition on Two Wheels: The Art of Ultra-Eating for Cyclists
So, you’re intrigued by the epic world of ultra-cycling? You listened to our chat with coach Niel Copeland about the ride itself (Episode 16)? Now, let’s talk about the engine […]
Ready to Ride Beyond? Unpacking the World of Ultra-Cycling
Ever wondered what it takes to pedal hundreds, even thousands, of kilometers self-supported? In this episode of The Mettleset Podcast, published on January 16th, 2023, Dawn dives deep into the […]
The Dina Effect: How One Athlete Sparked a Triathlon Boom in Saudi Arabia
Forget following the crowd, Dina Al Tayeb was the crowd when it came to triathlon in Saudi Arabia. In a region now buzzing with the energy of swim-bike-run, Dina was […]
Riding the Waves of Life: Mo Rahma: :‘Sports Saved Me’
Meet the infectiously joyful Mo Rahma, the UAE’s first Emirati pro surfer who sat down to chat December 19th 2022. This energetic athlete isn’t just passionate about surfing; at the […]
Dive into the Silence: Nataliia Zharkova’s Breathtaking World
Imagine holding your breath for over six minutes and descending deeper than most dare to dream. Meet Nataliia Zharkova, a real-life mermaid and five-time World Champion freediver whose story will […]
Iron Will, Afghan Spirit
History in motion. Meet Zeinab Rezaie, the first Afghan woman to conquer the formidable 70.3 Ironman Championship. But her incredible feat on October 28th, 2021 in Utah is just one […]
