40 episodes
Head Game Nova Podcasts
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- Society & Culture
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4.8 • 79 Ratings
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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.
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The Ultimate Story of Survival
ANZAC Day 2006 was a day that changed the course of Todd Russell's life forever. Working a kilometre underground in Tasmania's Beaconsfield mine, Todd and workmate Brant Webb became trapped following a seismic event.
In one of the most extraordinary survival feats of all time, Todd and Brant remained underground for 14 days - 321 hours, before finally reaching the surface on the 9th of May, 2006.
In this powerful conversation, Todd takes us inside what went through his mind in those 321 hours, how he and Brant found the strength to fight to be reunited with their families, and the impact the disaster has had on him today.
CW: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If this episode raises any issues for you, help is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via their website lifeline.org.au.
LINKS
Read more from Todd Russell in 'Bad Ground: Inside the Beaconsfield Mine Disaster'
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Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging Producer: Elle Beattie
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Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.
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Beau Miles on the Expedition That Changed His Life
Beau Miles is a filmmaker, adventurer and serious bean-eater. In this episode, Beau takes Ant into his mindset during his epic journey across the coast of Africa.
He shares how he's intimidated by life, what success looks like to him, and how important it is to know when to call it quits.
LINKS
Subscribe to Beau's YouTube here
Follow Beau on Instagram @beauisms
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.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging 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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How Nigel Brennan Survived 15 Months in Captivity – Part 2
Hear part one of Nigel Brennan's story here.
In this episode we hear the second half of Nigel Brennan's phenomenal story. In part one, Nigel shared the events leading up to his capture, the moment he was abducted and the call that turned his family's world upside down.
In part two, Nigel shares how he escaped, his family's response and he reflects on how he feels about the ordeal now.
LINKS
Find out more about Nigel's book, The Price of Life here
Follow Nigel on Instagram @nigelbrennan
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.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging 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.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
How Nigel Brennan Survived 15 Months in Captivity – Part 1
Nigel Brennan has one phenomenal story. He was working as a Photojournalist when an opportunity came up to visit Somalia to cover the humanitarian crisis. It was supposed to be a seven day visit. But instead, he and colleague Amanda Lindhout spent 15 hellish months in captivity.
He bravely opens up to Ant about how this nightmare unfolded, and how he survived to tell the tale today.
CW: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact one of the following services.
Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.
1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au.
LINKS
Find out more about Nigel's book, The Price of Life here
Follow Nigel on Instagram @nigelbrennan
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.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging 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.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Mahmood Fazal on Constructing a Life After Crime
For Mahmood Fazal, life in 2024 is great. He feels good every morning when he wakes up - not having to look over his shoulder or feel nervous when he's in a public space.
But things haven't always been this way for Mahmood - as the Walkley Award-winning Journalist shares in this eye-opening conversation with Ant.
Mahmood discloses his raw and unfiltered perspective on his experience with crime and violence in Australia - and how he's using that lived experience to create change.
LINKS
Follow Mahmood Fazal on Instagram @mahmoodfazal
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.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging 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.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Nedd Brockmann’s Toughest Moment in His Run Across Australia
If there's one thing Nedd Brockmann wants to you do today, it's keep showing up. At just 25 years old, Nedd has achieved an extroadinary amount. His most well-known feat was in 2022 when he ran across Australia - from Perth to Bondi - in just 46 days.
He joins Ant in-studio to reflect on the lessons from those long and torturous days. He shares how he harnessed his mindset to push through pain barriers, and makes the choice to be positive every single day - even in the toughest of times.
LINKS
To sign up for Nedd's Uncomfortable Challenge, head to neddsuncomfortablechallenge.com
Follow Nedd Brockmann on Instagram @neddbrockmann
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.
CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina StottManaging 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.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Customer Reviews
Amazing podcast full of amazing people
I’m frequently moved to tears at work when I’m listening to this 😂
Don’t talk so much Ant!
Very interesting topics and guests. I like the style of conversation, but I find that Ant interrupts and talks a bit too much - it can interrupt the flow of the story.
Great variety of guests
Love listening to these, I’m a stay at home mum mostly doing mundane day to day tasks but made easier listening to these and hearing many inspiring stories! Well done Ant, another success but we miss you in the UK!
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