Under The Cap

What does it take to perform at the highest level, handle the pressure of the big stage, and find your place in surf lifesaving beyond competition?This episode, we sit down with Jen Parry, one of Australian surf lifesaving’s most decorated athletes and a recent inductee into the SLSA Hall of Fame.From joining a small surf club in Emu Park to representing Australia, winning 15 world titles, 29 world championship medals and setting multiple world records, Jen’s career has taken her around the world and across almost every part of surf lifesaving.But her story doesn’t end when the racing does. From athlete to Australian team selector, mentor and commentator, Jen has continued to find new ways to contribute to the sport. And as we discover, calling surf sports is a whole different challenge to competing in them.In this episode we cover:What it’s really like racing on the world stage and dealing with pressureThe transition from elite athlete to Australian team selector and mentorWhy Jen made the move into commentary and what makes surf sports so difficult to callThe preparation, research and nerves that go into commentating live competitionWhy some of Jen’s favourite memories have nothing to do with medalsHer advice for athletes chasing selection and competing on the world stageThe one thing Jen wishes she could tell her younger self: back yourselfCONNECT WITH UTC:Instagram → @_theyouthcollectiveWebsite → www.theyouthcollective.com.auEvery episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.Think you’d make a great guest or know someone who would? We want to hear from you. DM us on Instagram and let’s have a conversation.

What if the secret to performing better, feeling better and going home safer was as simple as how you hydrate?This episode we sit down with Toni McQuinn, co-founder of Body Armor — the Gold Coast based health and performance brand on a mission to bring sports science to the people who need it most.From compulsory military service in Finland to 12 years in mining and eventually building a business with his brother and best mates, Toni’s journey is anything but ordinary. And his passion for helping people perform at their best, whether they're an elite athlete or a lifeguard on patrol, is contagious.In this episode we cover:-What to actually look for on a sports drink label and why most of what's on the shelf isn't doing what you think-The five key electrolytes your body needs and what happens when you get them wrong-The hydration protocol Tony challenges everyone to try for 24 hours-What it's really like to start a business with your brother and best mates100 no's before the first yes — how Body Armor got its foot in the door-Why Body Armor partnered with Surf Life Saving Queensland-Tony's one piece of advice to his younger selfCONNECT WITH UTC:Instagram → @_theyouthcollectiveWebsite → theyouthcollective.com.auCONNECT WITH BODY ARMOR:Website → bodyarmour.com.auInstagram → @bodyarmour.auEvery episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.Think you'd make a great guest or know someone who would? We want to hear from you. DM us on Instagram and let's have a conversation.

From snapping a paddle mid-race to achieving a childhood dream, what does it really take to become an elite Iron Woman?This episode we sit down with third-generation Maroochydore SLSC lifesaver and Iron Woman champion Tiarnee Massie. After an incredible season claiming the Iron Woman crown at Aussies and taking out the Shaw and Partners Series, Tiarnee takes us behind the podium and into the reality of competing at the highest level.From chasing a childhood dream to navigating the highs and lows of elite competition, Tiarnee's story is a reminder that anything is possible with hard work, resilience and self-belief. But most importantly — don't forget to enjoy the journey along the way.In this episode we cover:-How Tiarnee went from third-generation nipper to Iron Woman champion-The power of sports psychology and visualisation — and how she wrote the script for the perfect race-How she self-sabotaged a race by one point and what she learned from it-The infamous paddle snap at the Coolangatta Gold and how she finished seventh-Why she almost drowned as a child and went on to save a man's life at just 15-Balancing elite sport with a full time job as a dental assistant-Why the mental side of sport is more important than the physical-What surf lifesaving taught her about resilience, community and service-Her advice to young athletes — enjoy it while you can-What the next season looks like for TiarneeCONNECT WITH UTC:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/_theyouthcollective/ Website → Homepage - The Youth Collective CONNECT WITH TIARNEE:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tiarneexmassie/ Every episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.Think you'd make a great guest or know someone who would? We want to hear from you. DM us on Instagram and let's have a conversation. 📩

What happens when the worst day of your life becomes the reason you show up for thousands of others?This episode we sit down with Casey Lyons, CEO and co-founder of LIVIN — the Gold Coast born mental health organisation that started with a t-shirt and has since reached over 340,000 people face to face across Australia.Built in memory of his best mate Dwayne, Casey's story is one of grief, purpose and the power of community. And his message is simple: it ain't weak to speak.CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains conversations about mental health and suicide. Please take care while listening. Support resources are included in the show notes below.In this episode we cover:- How Casey went from carpenter and footy player to founding one of Australia's most powerful mental health organisations- Why stigma is still the biggest barrier preventing people from getting help- The statistics that should stop us all in our tracks — 9 Australians take their life every single day- Chris Hemsworth, Movie World and the moment LIVIN went global- The shoulder to shoulder approach — how LIVIN actually gets through to young people- What surf lifesaving taught Casey about teamwork, mateship and service- A special segment where one of our members calls in with a question for Casey- How to check in on a mate without overstepping- Why education leads to understanding, understanding leads to acceptance, and acceptance leads to hopeCONNECT WITH UTC:Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/_theyouthcollective/ Website →  Homepage - The Youth Collective CONNECT WITH LIVIN:Website →  https://livin.org/about-us/ Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/livinorg/ Casey’s Linkedin →  Casey Lyons - LIVIN | LinkedIn SUPPORT SERVICES:→ Beyond Blue→ Black Dog Institute→ Better Help Every episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.Think you'd make a great guest or know someone who would? We want to hear from you. DM us on Instagram and let's have a conversation. 📩

What does it take to turn a love for the ocean into a movement that's changing the lives of young Australians? We're kicking off Season 2 in a big way, Sarah and Macca sit down with Cal Glanznig and Cooper Chapman, co-founders of Blue Minds Youth Ocean Leadership Program, to unpack how two former nippers turned a love for the ocean into a movement changing the lives of young Australians.From professional surfer and mental health advocate to filmmaker, local councillor and ocean leader, this episode will leave you inspired to take action in your own community.In this episode we cover:- How nippers sparked a lifelong love of the ocean for both Cal and Cooper- Going from professional athlete to purpose-driven change-maker- How Cal fundraised $50,000 for solar panels at his high school-The link between mental health and our connection to nature- How to back yourself when you feel underqualified or like an imposter- Why hope lies in action — and what that actually looks like- What surf clubs can do right now to protect their local beach- How the Blue Minds Academy is turning young people into ocean leadersCONNECT WITH UTC:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/_theyouthcollective/ Website → Homepage - The Youth Collective CONNECT WITH BLUE MINDS:Website → Blue Minds Youth Ocean Leadership Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/blueminds__/ Kal’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kalglanznig/ Cooper’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman/ Every episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.Think you'd make a great guest or know someone who would? We want to hear from you. DM us on Instagram and let's have a conversation. 📩