In this episode, Ant sits down with Ellie Cole to hear about her elite mindset. After losing her right leg to cancer at age 3, in 2021 she became Australia’s most decorated female Paralympic athlete, with a record-breaking 17 Paralympic medals and OAM to her name.

In January 2024 she was also awarded an AM for her "significant service to sport as an advocate for diversity and inclusion”. 

LINKS
Follow Ellie on Instagram @elliecoleswim
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

In this episode, Ant sits down with Ellie Cole to hear about her elite mindset. After losing her right leg to cancer at age 3, in 2021 she became Australia’s most decorated female Paralympic athlete, with a record-breaking 17 Paralympic medals and OAM to her name.
In January 2024 she was also awarded an AM for her "significant service to sport as an advocate for diversity and inclusion”. 
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow Ellie on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/elliecoleswim/?hl=en">@elliecoleswim</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game.

Head Game

Ellie Cole on What It Takes To Win a Gold Medal

This week, Ant is joined by the extraordinary Johann Hari. As an award-winning Journalist, Johann's mission to answer life's core mysteries. The inspiration for these investigations have stemmed from his own life experiences. In this powerful conversation, Ant and Johann dive into Johann's experience with addiction, and how his compassion has led to a life helping others. 

LINKS
See Johann LIVE in October on his Australian tour, details here
Johann's latest book, Magic Pill can be purchased here
Find out more about Johann's work at johannhari.com
Follow Johann on Instagram @johann.hari
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

This week, Ant is joined by the extraordinary Johann Hari. As an award-winning Journalist, Johann's mission to answer life's core mysteries. The inspiration for these investigations have stemmed from his own life experiences. In this powerful conversation, Ant and Johann dive into Johann's experience with addiction, and how his compassion has led to a life helping others. 
LINKS
<ul>
<li>See Johann LIVE in October on his Australian tour, details <a href="https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=JOHAHARI24">here</a></li>
<li>Johann's latest book, Magic Pill can be purchased <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Magic-Pill-Extraordinary-Benefits-Disturbing/dp/1526670143">here</a> </li>
<li>Find out more about Johann's work at <a href="https://johannhari.com/">johannhari.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Johann on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/johann.hari/?hl=en">@johann.hari</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

Johann Hari on Addiction and the Quest for Happiness

Whilst lockdown was a challenge for most - David Knoff was tested in extraordinary circumstances. 

As station leader at the Davis Research Station in Antarctica, David was leading a team of 24 when the Covid-19 pandemic hit. Their ride home was cancelled - indefinitely. It was supposed to be a routine mission and instead, became a tense test of uncertainty and anxiety among his team. David was tasked with leading the team to safety and to get them home - something that required resilience, determination and a lot of patience. 

LINKS
Follow David Knoff at Instagram @537daysofwinter
Learn more about 537 Days of Winter at davidknoff.com
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

Whilst lockdown was a challenge for most - David Knoff was tested in extraordinary circumstances. 
As station leader at the Davis Research Station in Antarctica, David was leading a team of 24 when the Covid-19 pandemic hit. Their ride home was cancelled - indefinitely. It was supposed to be a routine mission and instead, became a tense test of uncertainty and anxiety among his team. David was tasked with leading the team to safety and to get them home - something that required resilience, determination and a lot of patience. 
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow David Knoff at Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/537daysofwinter/reels/?locale=%E4%BC%AA%E9%80%A0%E6%96%AF%E9%87%8C%E5%85%B0%E5%8D%A1%E8%8B%B1%E6%A4%9C%E5%90%88%E6%A0%BC%E8%A8%BC%E6%98%8E%E6%9B%B8%E8%81%94%E7%B3%BB%7B%E5%A8%81%E4%BF%A1%2BTG%2F%E9%A3%9E%E6%9C%BA%3A%40buth2788%7DiSz3h%3F%3F%3F%3F%3F%3F%D1%A7%3F%3F%C6%BENrKoI&amp;hl=am-et">@537daysofwinter</a></li>
<li>Learn more about 537 Days of Winter at <a href="https://davidknoff.com/537-days-of-winter">davidknoff.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

Stranded for 537 Days in the Coldest Place on Earth

Dr Lucy Hone's career path as a Resilience Expert became incredibly useful in the aftermath of the earthquake which devastated her city of Christchurch, New Zealand in 2011. She was able to support her community and help them rebuild their mental health and wellbeing - putting her research and studies into action. She believed this was her true test. 

But Lucy was forced again to call on her knowledge when she experienced heartbreaking loss in 2014 - the passing of her young daughter, Abi. Abi was killed in a car accident, leaving Lucy to not only navigate her own journey with grief, but hold her family together.

In this episode, Lucy shares how she coped, and now dedicates her life to helping others facing the same battle. 

LINKS
Follow Dr Lucy Hone on Instagram @drlucyhone
Find out more about Coping With Loss at copingwithloss.co
Watch Lucy's TED Talk, '3 Secrets of Resilient People' here
Details of Lucy's book, Resilient Grieving, can be found here
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

Dr Lucy Hone's career path as a Resilience Expert became incredibly useful in the aftermath of the earthquake which devastated her city of Christchurch, New Zealand in 2011. She was able to support her community and help them rebuild their mental health and wellbeing - putting her research and studies into action. She believed this was her true test. 
But Lucy was forced again to call on her knowledge when she experienced heartbreaking loss in 2014 - the passing of her young daughter, Abi. Abi was killed in a car accident, leaving Lucy to not only navigate her own journey with grief, but hold her family together.
In this episode, Lucy shares how she coped, and now dedicates her life to helping others facing the same battle. 
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow Dr Lucy Hone on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drlucyhone/?hl=en">@drlucyhone</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Coping With Loss at <a href="https://www.copingwithloss.co/">copingwithloss.co</a></li>
<li>Watch Lucy's TED Talk, '3 Secrets of Resilient People' <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/lucy_hone_3_secrets_of_resilient_people?delay=1m&amp;subtitle=en">here</a> </li>
<li>Details of Lucy's book, Resilient Grieving, can be found <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1991006489?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_G6C27RMN9NH5KKHAJFRH_1&amp;ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_G6C27RMN9NH5KKHAJFRH_1&amp;social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_G6C27RMN9NH5KKHAJFRH_1">here</a> </li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

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