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Kailani Craine Interview
We continue our build-up to the 2018 Winter Olympics by chatting with Australian figure skater Kailani Craine ahead of her Olympic debut. Kailani discusses her training, routine preparation and competing again before the Games, along with her unique introduction to the sport and why she never wants to stop. She also shares her experience of the ‘kiss and cry’, her love of dogs and food, and why she expects Ben beside her at the 2022 Opening Ceremony.
Jan 18, 2018


Andy Jung Interview
We continue our build-up to the 2018 Winter Olympics by chatting with Australian short-track speed skater Andy Jung. Andy discusses his strong form and hopes of winning Australia’s first medal in the sport since 2002. He also reveals which athletes are the most physical, why he does not always follow his strict training diet and provides some particularly unique and thoughtful answers to our final questions.
Jan 17, 2018


Callum Watson Interview
We chat with Australian Olympic cross-country skier Callum Watson about his journey from discovering the sport to making his Olympic debut at Sochi 2014. Callum also discusses the horrific freak injury he suffered after the Games and the challenges that followed, along with his cooking skills, how he can help put Nordic Combined on the map in Australia and the bonding moment that made him and Ben instant best friends.
May 26, 2017


Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin Interview
A big interview for you today as we speak to two-time Olympian and two-time World Champion in the sport of snowboard cross Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin! From the roots of his unique nickname right through to his blossoming music career, Chumpy chats about a wide variety of topics as he prepares for his third Olympics in Korea next year! He also lets us know about just how much sledging goes on in his sport & just how often riders come to blows after the events. It's an interview you
May 19, 2017


Joany Badenhorst Interview
We return to our athlete interviews by chatting with our first Paralympian, Australian para-snowboarder Joany Badenhorst. Joany shares her remarkable life story, from a childhood accident to her ‘accidental’ discovery of the sport that made her a Paralympian. She also showcases the speaking skills that could earn her a job on the show and tells one of the most unique and funniest jokes you will ever hear.
May 17, 2017


Kieran Hansen Interview
We chat with Kieran Hansen, one quarter of Australia’s bronze medal-winning short-track speed skating relay team from Lillehammer 1994. Kieran reflects on Australia’s historic first Winter Olympic medal, the build-up to the race and what the result meant. He also discusses his post-skating career and shares his memories of teammate Steven Bradbury’s famous gold medal win eight years later in Salt Lake City.
May 6, 2017


Brendan Kerry Interview
We continue our build-up to the 2018 Winter Olympics by chatting with Australian figure skating champion Brendan Kerry. Brendan discusses growing up in an Olympic family, his training routine and what goes into choosing the perfect music for a routine. He also reflects on his Olympic debut in Sochi and reveals what it is like to sit in front of a camera, smile and pretend to be happy.
May 5, 2017


David Morris Interview
Continuing on our interviews with athletes in the lead up to next years Winter Olympics and today we speak to 2014 Sochi silver medalist in the men's aerials David Morris! In a fun and entertaining chat, David goes over his preparation in the lead up to the games next year including taking us through his training regime and his mindset as well as different expectations going into his third games. He also gives a crack at the 'my name is' questions with some very interesting a
May 4, 2017


Sami Kennedy-Sim Interview
Our ‘cross’ sport series continues as we switch from snowboard to skis and chat with 2014 Australian Olympian Sami Kennedy-Sim. Fresh off her best World Cup season yet, Sami looks ahead to next year’s Olympics, explains why the mood in the Australian team is so positive and even helps Ben with his dream of making Nordic Combined a thing in Australia. Plus, Nikki Webster gets a mention — which surely sells any interview!
Apr 27, 2017


Belle Brockhoff Interview
Today we switch focus to snowboard cross as we speak to Australian Olympian Belle Brockhoff. Belle talks about the success of the most recent World Cup season as well as her serious injury she suffered and why it was the 'best time' to get such an injury. She also discusses what her goals are ahead of the 2018 Olympics and just why she now has some potential ammo to use against her Canadian rivals heading into the games next year.
Apr 26, 2017


Britteny Cox Interview
Our Moguls preview continues as we talk to Britteny Cox, who finished this past season ranked #1 in the World. Britteny tells us about growing up on skis, competing in her first Olympics at the age of 15, what it's like competing as a Winter athlete in Australia, the thrill of competing in Dual Moguls, and of course meeting the legendary Dale Begg-Smith and whether or not she has been to his private island!
Apr 21, 2017


David Morris Interview (Brink Vault)
Our final interview in our 'vault' series today as we travel back to 2014 for an extremely entertaining chat with Australia's surprise silver medalist from Sochi, aerial skier David Morris. From his expectations going into the games to just why he tried to trade his medal, this is one chat that you definitely will be smiling throughout it.
Mar 30, 2017


Gerald Chick Interview (Brink Vault)
Another unique 'vault' interview today from 2014 as we chat to an Australian curler (yes they exist) in Gerald Chick about the sport in this country and the likelihood that Australia can ever field a team in the Olympics moving forward.
Mar 29, 2017


Libby Trickett Interview (Brink Vault)
A 'vault' interview of epic proportion today as we go back to 2014 to speak with legendary Australian swimmer Libby Trickett! Talking up her then new role on Australian TV through to her career, things don't start the smoothest during the interview though as Ben makes one epic blunder. What is it? Well you'll have to listen to find out!
Mar 28, 2017


Lydia Lassila Interview (Brink Vault)
Another 'vault' interview today will bring you a familiar voice as we go back to 2013 to speak with Australian Aerial champion Lydia Lassila! You heard us mention our past interview in our recent chat with her, so here it is in full for you to enjoy!
Mar 27, 2017


Holly Crawford Interview (Brink Vault)
The 'vault' continues to be open as we go back to 2013 today to speak with Australian Olympic Snowboarder Holly Crawford. Talking about her career and her Olympic experiences, it's another fun and entertaining chat not to be missed.
Mar 26, 2017


Raelene Boyle Interview (Brink Vault)
Another legend of Australian Olympics today in our 'vault' series as we bring a chat from 2013 with the legendary Raelene Boyle. Talking up her role as part of the Breast Cancer Network of Australia as well as touching on her Olympic career, it's a chat you definitely won't want to miss.
Mar 25, 2017


Stephanie Rice Interview (Brink Vault)
Time to bring you a big name today in our 'vault' series of interviews as we bring you our parent shows The Brink interview with the legendary Stephanie Rice. Talking up her then appearance on The Celebrity Apprentice, she also talks about her swimming career and everything else in a diverse and fun chat. You won't want to miss this one!
Mar 24, 2017


Tristan Thomas Interview (Brink Vault)
Another 'vault' episode today as we venture back to 2012 to speak with another Tasmanian Olympic athlete in hurdler Tristan Thomas. Talking up his then recent Olympic experience through to the frustrations he has had through his career with injury, it's a fun chat that we know you will enjoy!
Mar 23, 2017


Eddie Ockenden Interview (Brink Vault)
The 'vault' opens back to 2011 as Ben brings you his interview with the only athlete he can say he used to compete against in field hockey player Eddie Ockenden. Eddie talks about his amazing career in the sport, his time at the Olympics and talks about the memories of playing against Ben back in their junior days.
Mar 22, 2017
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