Canadian Olympic track cycling medallists Lauriane Genest and Kelsey Mitchell join us on Off The Podium for a double dose of Tokyo 2020 stories! We discover how they met at an RBC Training Ground event when neither had even considered cycling, then went on to win medals at the Olympics. They reveal what it was like competing against each other and in separate events in Tokyo, plus which other sports they've tried since.

Two-time Canadian Olympic swimming medallist Kayla Sanchez joins us on Off The Podium to relive her journey to Tokyo 2020! We discover why she made the switch to competitive swimming, which other Olympic sport nearly won her over and how joining Canada's squad after Rio 2016 inspired her as a young athlete. Kayla also shares what it was like being surrounded by Olympians, her experiences at the Tokyo Games and the thrill of becoming an ISL champion. Dive in for a fun and fasc

Two-time Australian Olympic javelin thrower Kelsey-Lee Barber joins us on Off The Podium to talk about her career and why she absolutely loves her sport! We discover how she found javelin, why making her first Australian team felt like 'business' and how disappointment at Rio 2016 fuelled her later success. Plus, Kelsey-Lee reveals why a t-shirt empire might be on the cards and shows why she could be one of our most passionate guests yet. It's a chat that throws plenty your w

We sit down with two-time Canadian Olympian Malindi Elmore on Off The Podium to talk about her remarkable journey from middle-distance running to the marathon. Malindi reflects on Athens 2004, the setbacks that followed as she chased Beijing and London, and how one simple suggestion from her husband helped bring her back to the Olympics 17 years later. She also looks ahead to whether a third Games could be on the cards in Paris.

We get back on the water with Off The Podium as we sit down with Australian Olympic canoe sprint champion Jean van der Westhuyzen to talk about his journey from South Africa to Tokyo 2020 gold. Jean shares what brought him to Australia, how he rose through the sport to reach his first Olympics at a young age, and what it felt like to become an Olympic champion. He also looks ahead to the future and why that Tokyo success has only made him hungrier for more!

Canadian race walker Evan Dunfee returns to Off The Podium to talk about winning Olympic bronze at Tokyo 2020 and finally earning the medal he had chased for years. Evan takes us inside the dramatic closing stages of his race, reflects on his fight to keep race walking in the Olympics and explains why he remains so outspoken about the IOC. We also talk Kraft Dinner, life after Tokyo and why a run at Brisbane 2032 could still be on the cards!

We return to high jump on Off The Podium as we sit down with two-time Australian Olympian Eleanor Patterson to talk about her incredible career. Eleanor reveals how a childhood sleepover sparked her path into the sport, how growing up in rural Victoria shaped her journey, and why she stepped away from high jump before making her comeback. She also shares the unique method she uses to help get herself over the bar in competition!

We sit down with American Olympic artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles on Off The Podium to talk about her incredible career and unforgettable Tokyo 2020 experience. Jordan shares how she got into gymnastics, why starting later than many of her rivals never held her back, and the journey through the US system that took her to the Olympics. She also opens up about the dramatic events in Tokyo that thrust her into the spotlight and teases a possible rival podcast with one very famous

We return to weightlifting on Off The Podium as we sit down with Belgian Olympian Nina Sterckx to talk about her journey from gymnastics to Tokyo 2020. Nina reveals how a simple training exercise set her on the path to weightlifting, the significance of her Olympic qualification for Belgium, and the emotions of competing at the Games. She also shares what happened when her Tokyo performance went viral and her phone suddenly exploded with messages!

We get back in the boat on Off The Podium as we sit down with Australian Olympic rowing champion Lucy Stephan to talk about her journey from rural Victoria to the top of the Olympic podium. Lucy shares how drought shaped her path into rowing, the unusual circumstances behind her Rio 2016 debut, and what it really felt like to win gold in Tokyo. We also get into some uniquely Australian rowing traditions and why single sweep rowing deserves more attention!

We bring shooting back to Off The Podium as we sit down with Tokyo Olympian Sergei Evglevski to talk about his journey through the sport and his Olympic experience. Sergei explains how shooting became a family affair, what it was like competing in front of a home crowd at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, and sharing that moment with his mother. He also reflects on Tokyo 2020 and why he hopes there are plenty more Olympics still to come.

It’s time for our first taste of Artistic Gymnastics as Tokyo Olympian Emily Whitehead speaks to Off The Podium about her career and Olympic journey. Emily tells us how she got into the sport, what it’s like competing at a high level from such a young age and why that pesky beam can be so damn tricky. She also reflects on the injury that cost her a shot at Rio 2016, how it ultimately helped her improve and why COVID nearly made her walk away from gymnastics altogether.

Get excited for another Track Cycling interview as Tokyo Olympian Maeve Plouffe speaks to Off The Podium about her career and Olympic journey. She tells us how she went from chasing a future in swimming to becoming a track cyclist, the breakthrough event that helped put her on the road to Tokyo and what it meant to make the Olympic team ahead of schedule. Maeve also reflects on her Games experience and why her all-round abilities could suit several other Olympic sports.

Get pumped for another Beach Volleyball interview as Australian Olympic silver medallist Mariafe Artacho del Solar speaks to Off The Podium about her career and success at Tokyo 2020. She reflects on playing at Copacabana Beach during Rio 2016, the mental side of the sport and how her partnership with Taliqua Clancy became so successful. Mariafe also explains why two Olympics won’t be enough and why she has her sights firmly set on Brisbane 2032.

Pumped to bring you another Athletics interview as Australian dual Olympian Matthew Denny speaks to Off The Podium about his career in the discus. He tells us how he got into the sport, why he could easily have ended up starring elsewhere and what it was like competing successfully in both discus and hammer throw. Denny also talks about the online love he received during the Olympics and why Chris Hemsworth might be asking for his autograph by Brisbane 2032.

Australian race walker Rhydian Cowley speaks to Off The Podium about his career, Olympic experiences and why Race Walking deserves more love. He explains how he got into the sport, why Australia produces so many talented walkers and how shows like Malcolm In The Middle and Kath & Kim can actually help its profile. Rhydian also talks about switching from the 20km in Rio to the 50km in Tokyo, the event being dropped for Paris and a memorable pre-Tokyo encounter with a cat.

It’s time for our first taste of Canoe/Kayak as recently returned Tokyo Olympians Alyce and Jordan Wood speak to Off The Podium about their careers and Olympic experiences. They tell us how surf lifesaving helped shape their journey, explain the differences between canoe, kayak, sprint and slalom, and compare the sport to rowing. We also hear some great stories from Rio and Tokyo, get a quarantine update and discover why superhero movies definitely aren’t for everyone.

Australian wrestlers Jayden Lawrence and Connor Evans speak to Off The Podium about their careers and the sport of wrestling ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. The pair explain how Olympic wrestling works, how points are scored and how close each came to making the Australian team. They also discuss Australia’s unwanted Olympic wrestling record for Tokyo 2020 and share stories about memorable rivalries, victories and defeats along the way.

Canadian fencer Maximilien Van Haaster speaks to Off The Podium ahead of the Tokyo Olympics about his journey into fencing and the different disciplines within the sport. He reflects on his experience competing at Rio 2016, outlines his goals for Tokyo and explains how he is preparing with the Games just weeks away. Van Haaster also offers an insight into the demands of fencing at Olympic level and what it takes to compete internationally.

Canadian swimmer and Olympic bronze medallist Kylie Masse speaks to Off The Podium about her rise through competitive swimming and success in the 100m backstroke. She reflects on winning bronze at Rio 2016, her breakthrough performances and major success at the 2017 World Championships. Masse also takes on the famous ‘My Name Is’ questionnaire as the team gets to know more about one of Canada’s leading swimmers.