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The Podcast That Explores Life's Bigger Questions

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Ryan Holiday: Stoicism

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See clearly, act correctly and endure and accept the world as it is; these are the three key pillars of stoicism. Best-selling author Holiday teaches us how to use this ancient Greek philosophy to cope with the ups and downs of life, and explains why we should...

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Kate Richardson-Walsh: Role-Model

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As Team GB hockey captain, Richardson-Walsh captained the UK to a historic gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. She talks about actively seeking out other people to learn from, the importance of having tough conversations, and explains why it’s worth...

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Jos Buttler: Exploration

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One of England’s greatest cricketers and an integral member of the team that won the World Cup in 2019, Buttler tells how staying in touch with the childlike enthusiasm for what you are doing and by taking delight in exploring your own limits you can tap...

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Frances Houghton: Teams

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Over the course of her two decades in the British rowing system, including competing at five Olympic Games and winning three silver medals, Houghton underwent a big evolution that led her to question what is truly important. What she found out is valuable to...

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Daniel Goleman: Emotional Intelligence

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An internationally known psychologist and author of the best-selling book Emotional Intelligence, Goleman explains how EQ is about understanding ourselves better, managing our own emotions, and using empathy to better understand the feelings and emotions of the...

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Ebony Rainford-Brent: Self-Development

The importance of habits, embracing your flaws and accepting yourself rather than trying to fix yourself are just a few of the topics tackled by Rainford-Brent, who won both the World Cup and the Ashes during her cricket career and was also the first black woman to play for England. Sharing...

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Damon Hill: Knowing Yourself

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When Hill secured the Formula1 Championship in 1996, he ensured that he and his father Graham Hill entered the record books as the first father-and-son pair to win the sport’s biggest prize. But sadly, his dad was not there to celebrate the achievement;...

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Bill Beswick: Character

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Beswick is one of the world's best-respected sports psychologists, having worked at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson during the club's dominant reign. In this episode he talks about developing a ‘fighter mindset’; ie taking full...

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Billy Monger: Acceptance

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The power of accepting yourself and letting go of the need for approval are the main takeaways from this episode with Monger, a racing driver who, after having both his legs amputated after a crash, was back behind the wheel of a car within a year. Since the...

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Andy Puddicombe: Mindfulness

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Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. Puddicombe, former Buddhist monk and founder of Headspace, has arguably done more...

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Chris Hoy: Confidence

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Having won six Olympic gold medals during a dazzling cycling career, becoming World Champion 11 times, Hoy is perfectly placed to explain how to develop the right attitude, why looking a fear of failure in the face can be utterly transformative, and how...

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Alex Danson: No Regrets

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After suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2018, Danson – one of Britain’s greatest ever hockey players – shares why the most difficult aspect of her accident was the loss of identity and purpose that she suffered. She has now come to see...

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Alex Honnold: Fear

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As the saying goes, there’s nothing to fear but fear itself. In this episode, free solo climber Honnold, the man who scaled a 3000 foot vertical cliff without ropes, discusses fear and how to overcome it. His conquering of the awe inspiring El Capitan in...

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Alastair Cook: Hard Work

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As well as being England captain, Cook was one of the most prolific batsmen cricket has ever seen. He remains England's most capped player, and is still their leading run scorer in Test matches – and it's largely down to his work ethic. Here, he gives us...

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Frankie Dettori: Positivity

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The importance of a positive outlook in achieving success is crucial, according to legendary jockey Dettori. While he tells us he aims to be in a positive frame of mind every time he leaves the house, which has contributed to his remarkable longevity, he says...

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Jamie Peacock: Self-Reflection

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Unlike many athletes, rugby league great Peacock made a smooth transition out of the sport upon retiring, thanks in no small part to his ability to separate his personal from his sporting identity. He explains the importance of living your values, what sport...

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Guy Meadows: Insomnia

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What is the best way to address insomnia and anxious thoughts? Meadows has plenty of answers. The sleep expert uses an approach known as ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - which teaches you to relate to your uncomfortable feeling and emotions in an often...

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Tony Adams: Addiction

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Arsenal and England footballer Adams captained a title-winning team in three different decades - the 80s, 90s and 00s – but describes founding the Sporting Chance Clinic, that provides treatment for sports men and women suffering from drink, drug or...

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Nigel Owens: Self-Acceptance

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Self-acceptance could be the key to a happier life, yet it’s the 'happy habit' many people practise the least, according to psychologists at the University of Hertfordshire who studied the keys to happiness. In this special episode of DTMTS recorded live...

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Ollie Ollerton: Courage

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Ollerton is a former Special Forces soldier turned TV star and author who passed the SAS's gruelling six-month selection process – testing his physical and mental endurance to the limit – before spending six years with the SBS. But it was after...

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Sam Warburton: Managing People

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‘Being true to yourself’ is something Warburton values highly – and it can as simple as saying no to something that doesn’t feel right, he explains in this episode. The former Wales rugby captain also talks about the importance of...

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Circadian Rhythms: Professor Satchin Panda

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How our circadian rhythms impact our athletic performance, mood and overall health. Dr Panda is Professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Sciences in California – and a leading expert in the field. He argues that developing a robust circadian rhythm...

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DTMTS CHANGED MY LIFE

It pulled me out of a deep depression, enabled me to finally confront and fade down my demons at the age of 58, and has kick-started my business. It's clear that this is Simon Mundie's vocation/life purpose. He has to do it. Thank goodness. I feel an immense debt of gratitude.

NEVER MISS AN EPISODE

I’m a regular listener on my long runs, with back-to-back episodes regularly taking me through half marathons and training runs of up to 20 miles building up to another marathon. Simon’s interview style is exceptional and the research he does to deliver the conversations and dive into incredibly interesting areas with each guest, is outstanding. Thank you and can’t wait to see what future episodes will bring.

TOP CLASS

Simon has a fantastically positive and enthusiastic style that can’t help but rub off on the listener. Combined with thoughtful and exceptionally knowledgeable guests Don’t Tell Me The Score is essential selection for any podcast library.

NOTHING BETTER

Whether you’re interested in sport or not, this podcast is so relatable and engaging! Brilliant guests, inspiring stories and so much to learn from each one. Highly recommend.

YOU NEED TO LISTEN!

Best podcast I have found and don’t let the sport side put you off... I’ve passed this podcast onto people who aren’t massively involved or interested in sport and they too have spoken highly of it!

BRILLIANT PODCAST!

I’m so glad I found this. Simon is great at bringing out the best in his interviewees and letting them speak. You don’t need to be a fan of a particular sport or even sport in general to appreciate the life lessons and attributes covered.

GREAT PODCAST. NOT JUST FOR SPORTS FANS

I only discovered this in the last month or so, and I’m now hooked as it’s terrific. Simon has a naturalistic style and chats with the guests as if they’re old friends, and the subject matter is always engaging and stimulating.

LOVE LOVE LOVE

A fantastic podcast which, whatever the subject, never fails to inspire. The relaxed conversational style makes it a very easy listen and I never come away from an episode without having learned something, about myself, about others, about life.