Rubber Side Down

Rubber Side Down
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Paralympians Nathan Clement and Mike Sametz explore the highs, lows, and the mundane of competing in elite Para sport. Rubber Side Down is a bi-weekly podcast sharing the realities of elite Para sport. Leveraging their combined 30 years of experience, the boys aim to shift perspectives through organic conversations with Paralympians and change makers within the world of para sport. Rubber Side Down’s banter, engagement, and open dialogue brings untold stories and fresh opinions to the everyday sports fan. Follow us on Instagram @rubber.sidedown

Episodes

  1. Jan 7

    Fortune cookie proverbs with Mollie Jepsen

    Starting the new year off with a new episode! We are stoked to have 2 x Paralympian and 6 x Paralympic Medalist in Para alpine, Mollie Jepsen, join the show! Mollie is carving a new chapter in her Paralympic career. She shares her new perspective on training and the process to returning to competition after a series of serious injuries. Andddd don’t forget to tune in this March to watch Mollie in Milan!

    40 min

  2. Trailer

    Why listen to Rubber Side Down

    In this trailer Hosts Nathan and Mike breakdown what is the podcast and why you should listen!

    1 min

  3. 12/08/2025

    The transformational power of sport with Marco Di Buono

    In a shift from our regular Paralympian guests... We are thrilled to have Marco Di Buono, President of Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, join the show for an in depth conversation about sport funding and grassroots development. Marco chats his journey to Jumpstart, Jumpstart's impact, and sport funding. Resources referenced in this episode: Jumpstart's 2024 Annual Report Future of Sport in Canada Commission - Preliminary Report Calgary Adapted Hub powered by Jumpstart Heroes Hockey

    39 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    Sitting Volleyball with Heidi Peters

    🏐 We’re serving up a new episode to start the month 🏐 Heidi Peters, team captain of Canada's Women Sitting Volleyball Team, joins the show ! Heidi is a 3 x Paralympian and recent bronze medalist from Paris 2024. She discusses changes to her team and taking on new leadership roles in the past year on and off the court. Heidi also shares what the Sitting Volleyball competitive scene looks like internationally and in North America where development is needed. Heidi also shares her current training / competition plan for the next year!

    49 min

  5. 11/28/2025

    The secrets of growing a moustache with Blaine Hunt

    Just In time for Movember we have a special episode! Blaine Hunt might be a Paris Paralympic silver medalist in the C4-5 kilo but he is by far the Paralympic Champion in the moustache event (unfactored) .  Blaine chats his journey to track cycling, evolution in Para track, and of course his moustache .

    33 min

  6. 11/07/2025

    The giant, the myth, the legend .... Greg Stewart!

    Greg Stewart is 2 x Paralympic Champion (Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024 ) and recent World Champion in F46 Shot Put.  In this episode, Greg chats about finding a sense of belonging, discovering joy in sport and life, how to stay in the moment, being vulnerable, and much more!  If you want to hear more from Greg, check out The Mindfulete !

    59 min

  7. 10/27/2025

    Dani "the Biathlon Bandit" Aravich

    It's been a hot minute but we are soooooooo back!!!! We have a very special guest on this episode. Dani Aravich is a 2 x American Paralympian in an Athletics (400 m, Tokyo 2020) and in Nordic skiing (Beijing 2022). Now, Dani is focusing on Biathlon for the upcoming Games in Milan. Dani is also the co-founder of Culxtured, the para sport media collective aimed at increasing visibility for Para sport and broader fandom . Dani chats with Mike about her sport journey from Athletics to Biathlon and discusses the evolving para sport media landscape. Check out ⁠Culxtured

    44 min

  8. 01/08/2025

    Adam "Kingeeerrr" Kingsmill

    This week’s episode features the Goaltender for the Canadian Para ice hockey National Team, Adam Kingsmill! The 2022 Paralympic Silver Medalist discusses his own path from stand up hockey to Para hockey. He shares stories from playing in the unique environments of hockey rinks from small town British Columbia to Europe. He details his most recent tournaments and explains the integration of Para hockey with NHL teams in the USA. Adam also explains the bond between his teammates and how the recent Para hockey World Champions are preparing for the 2026 Paralympics. Finally he details Para hockey game strategy so Canadians can be well-prepared for being an armchair head coach during the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games !  PSA - Puck drops in Milan-Cortina on March 7th, 2026. 2026 Paralympics March 6th - 15th.  Looking for more content like this? We got you! Follow us on Instagram at @rubber.sidedown

    38 min

  9. 12/18/2024

    Mac "the Big Mac" Marcoux

    This week’s episode features 3 x Paralympian, 6 x Paralympic Medalist (2x Paralympic Champion) in Para alpine (downhill ski racing) ... Mac “the Big Mac” Marcoux! Mac recounts his 12 year ski racing career that began at just 14. Mac describes how he discovered his passion for all types of skiing (racing to back-country) as he began to lose his eyesight at 8 years old. And even to this day, after serious injuries, the joy he finds in the sport. Finally he shares what is keeping him busy since retiring earlier this year. This informative episode will get you eager to hit the slopes! Blind Faith - Mac’s freeskiing documentary he did in collaboration with Whistler Blackcomb and Telus: WATCH HERE Want more content? Follow us on Instagram at @rubber.sidedown

    43 min

  10. 12/10/2024

    (Doctor) Keely Shaw!!!

    Episode #2: (Doctor) Keely Shaw! This week’s episode features Doctor-Professor-Paralympian Keely Shaw. Keely is a 2 x Paralympian (Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024) and 2 x Bronze Medalist in the Women’s C4 Individual Pursuit in Para Track Cycling. She has a Doctorate in Kinesiology from University of Saskatchewan and is currently a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Calgary.  Keely details her journey to Para cycling and the importance of her support network for her success in the sport. She highlights her current research into sport nutrition and exercise metabolism in understudied populations (Female, Para, and Masters) athletes and the importance of educating the next generation of sport practitioners about Para sport.  This thought provoking episode will make you hungry for chocolate.. (the nude form of course)!  Follow Rubber Side Down on Instagram!!: @rubber.sidedown Canadian Senior National Team Athletes (You know who you are!) Register for AthletesCAN: JOIN

    44 min

  11. 12/02/2024

    Alex "Big Cheese" Hayward

    Rubber Side Down's first episode features recent Paralympic bronze medalist and multi medalist at World Championships in Para cycling, Alex Hayward! Listen as Alex recounts his Para sport journey from beginning in Wheelchair basketball to Para cycling. He details his experience competing at his first major Games and provides an insightful perspective on the state of Para cycling.

    43 min

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Paralympians Nathan Clement and Mike Sametz explore the highs, lows, and the mundane of competing in elite Para sport. Rubber Side Down is a bi-weekly podcast sharing the realities of elite Para sport. Leveraging their combined 30 years of experience, the boys aim to shift perspectives through organic conversations with Paralympians and change makers within the world of para sport. Rubber Side Down’s banter, engagement, and open dialogue brings untold stories and fresh opinions to the everyday sports fan. Follow us on Instagram @rubber.sidedown

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  • Creator
    Rubber Side Down
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rubber Side Down
  • Show Website
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