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DIVE Beyond Sport

DIVE Beyond Sport

De : Yona Knight Wisdom & Freddie Woodward
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 DIVE (Discovering Identity, Value, and Excellence) Beyond Sport goes beneath the surface of elite sport — into the minds, moments, and messy bits of what it really means to be an elite athlete. Hosted by Olympic divers and long time mates Yona Knight-Wisdom and Freddie Woodward, this show isn’t about stats or podiums. It’s about the people behind the performances. From mental health to identity, purpose to transition, we explore the untold stories and honest reflections that often get left out of the highlight reels. With guests like Olympic medallists, rising stars, and athletes who've redefined their lives post-sport, DIVE is for anyone curious about what drives excellence — and what happens when the lights go off and the cameras stop rolling.Copyright 2025 Yona Knight Wisdom & Freddie Woodward Développement personnel Hygiène et vie saine Psychologie Psychologie et psychiatrie Réussite personnelle
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  • Stacey Copeland: Paving the Way (DIVE Ep.25)

    Stacey Copeland: Paving the Way (DIVE Ep.25)
    Apr 28 2026
    Follow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode, we sit down with former international footballer and boxer Stacy Copeland about identity, exclusion, and changing stereotypes in sport and beyond. Copeland recalls falling back in love with boxing after a heartbreaking football injury and describes being forced out of a primary school football match for being a girl, then cutting her hair and using a boy’s name to keep playing. She explains how women’s football was effectively blocked through lack of FA recognition and how women’s boxing was legally banned until Jane Couch’s 1997–98 court case, alongside myths like women’s uteruses falling out if they ran marathons. Copeland outlines her charity Pave the Way, now focused on challenging gender stereotypes for boys and girls, including school projects. She also recounts winning a Commonwealth boxing title but initially being denied a real belt, prompting her to campaign for women’s belts. Show Notes • How does an athlete rebuild identity when the sport they love tells them they do not belong. • What happens when gender becomes the biggest barrier to chasing your dream in elite sport. • How can resilience be built when rejection starts in childhood and continues into professional competition. • What does it take to challenge systems, stereotypes, and traditions that were never designed for you to succeed. • How do athletes separate self-worth from exclusion, setbacks, and the feeling of being underestimated. • What role does sport play in challenging social inequality and changing how people see themselves and others. • How can pioneers turn personal injustice into purpose that creates opportunities for future generations. • What happens when success becomes less about medals and more about creating lasting change. • How do athletes use their platform to inspire confidence, challenge bias, and break down stereotypes. • What can Stacey Copeland’s journey teach us about courage, leadership, and paving the way beyond sport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:06 From Football to Boxing 02:02 Sport Identity and Access 04:38 Playing as a Boy 08:03 Rejection and Resilience 12:21 When Boxing Was Illegal 13:01 Hidden History of Women Sport 20:45 Myths That Block Women 26:54 Pave The Way Origins 29:41 Olympics and Weight Classes 31:20 Expanding Beyond Sport 33:13 Boys Can Dance 34:02 Beyond Gender Lists 35:02 Imposter Syndrome Stories 37:04 Paved The Way Projects 41:10 Sport Barriers And Bias 44:25 Code Switching And Identity 50:27 Commonwealth Belt Fight 56:30 Advice To Younger Self 59:30 Naming The Episode 01:00:24 Final Thanks And Wrap Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Stacey Copeland: https://www.instagram.com/staceycopelandboxer Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h et 6 min
  • Luke Whitehouse: The Unbreakable Will to Win (DIVE Ep.24)

    Luke Whitehouse: The Unbreakable Will to Win (DIVE Ep.24)
    Apr 21 2026
    Follow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode, we sit down with Luke Whitehouse to explore the mindset, progression, and belief required to perform at the highest level of gymnastics. Luke takes us inside the journey of learning and competing the triple back on floor, sharing the years of preparation, technical detail, and trust in his own instincts that made it possible. He reflects on his path from starting gymnastics in Yorkshire to becoming European champion, opening up about the challenges of late national team selection, missed opportunities, and stepping up when it mattered most. The conversation also touches on managing injuries, building confidence, and balancing elite sport with education, while keeping a long-term vision of becoming a world and Olympic champion. A powerful discussion about discipline, resilience, and performing under pressure. Show Notes • How does a young athlete transition from emerging talent to competing on the world stage in elite gymnastics. • What does it take to develop confidence performing high-risk skills under intense pressure. • How can athletes balance fear and execution when margins for error are extremely small. • What role does consistency and repetition play in building trust in your own performance. • How do athletes respond to setbacks, mistakes, and the unpredictability of competition. • What happens when expectations rise as results and visibility increase. • How can athletes stay grounded while pushing the limits of what is physically possible. • What mindset is required to perform when everything is on the line. • How does elite sport shape discipline, focus, and long-term development. • What can Luke Whitehouse’s journey teach us about courage, progression, and performing under pressure. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:39 Breaking Down the Triple Back 03:28 Spotting vs Feeling in the Air 04:34 Naming Rights and Skill Value 06:50 How Luke Found Gymnastics 09:01 Shyness to Confidence 11:40 Law of Attraction Mindset 14:43 Mentors and Late Squad Breakthrough 18:22 European Gold and Worlds Snub 23:45 Olympic Year Call Up Drama 29:04 Nerves and Controlling Controllables 36:37 Life Beyond Sport and Uni 46:04 Injuries and Competing Hurt 50:56 LA Goals and Team Medal Dream 54:33 Giving Back with a Gym Club 56:09 Movie Title and Wrap Up Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Luke Whitehouse: https://www.instagram.com/lukebwhitehouse Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h et 4 min
  • Jazmin Sawyers: Jaz of All Trades (DIVE Ep.23)

    Jazmin Sawyers: Jaz of All Trades (DIVE Ep.23)
    Apr 14 2026
    Follow us on Patreon for bonus content, extended interviews, and exclusive clips. Patreon: patreon.com/divebeyondsportpod In this episode, we sit down with long jumper Jazmin Sawyers to explore one of the defining moments of her career and the journey that led to it. Jazmin reflects on her emotional victory at the European Indoor Championships in Istanbul, where she jumped 7.00m for the first time, set a British indoor record, and secured her first major international title after years of battling self-doubt and inconsistency on the biggest stages. She opens up about the mental challenges of elite competition, including being highly self-critical, learning to separate self-worth from results, and finding ways to maintain belief through setbacks and near misses. Beyond the track, Jazmin shares how creativity and personal expression have played a key role in her wellbeing, using focused periods away from competition to reset mentally and regain clarity. The conversation also explores her Achilles rupture in 2024, the immediate reality of missing Paris, and how she approached recovery with perspective, visualization, and support from those around her, including fellow athletes and experienced staff. A powerful and honest discussion about resilience, identity, recovery, and finding gratitude in the journey — redefining success beyond medals and results. Show Notes • How does an elite athlete rebuild identity after a serious injury interrupts momentum and progress. • What does resilience really look like when setbacks force you to step away from the sport you love. • How can athletes navigate uncertainty, recovery, and the emotional challenges of being sidelined. • What happens when confidence is tested during long periods away from competition. • How do athletes separate self-worth from performance when they are unable to compete. • What role does creativity and expression play in maintaining identity beyond sport. • How can athletes stay motivated and focused during rehabilitation and return-to-play journeys. • What lessons does elite sport teach about patience, perspective, and long-term development. • How does adversity reshape ambition, mindset, and future goals. • What can Jazmin Sawyers’ journey teach us about growth, resilience, and redefining success beyond results. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:36 The First Seven-Meter Jump 03:53 Seeing the Record on Board 07:20 Belief Through Setbacks 11:03 More Than an Athlete 14:14 Ambition and Disappointment 18:04 Season Goals and Failure 20:49 Busy Life Boosts Performance 24:23 Training Time and Recovery 27:02 Obsessed or Balanced Passion 33:19 I Hate Training but I Go 36:13 Drive You Cannot Teach 38:43 Potential and Alignment 39:47 Chasing the Perfect Day 40:55 Seven-Meter Gold Reflection 43:11 Achilles Rupture Moment 46:37 Visualization and Rehab Team 48:46 Relearning Progress Metrics 54:17 Finding Gratitude After Paris 58:13 Avoiding Injuries and Talent 01:00:41 Advice That Actually Works 01:04:45 Becoming a Public Voice 01:10:49 Movie Title and Wrap-Up Subscribe to DIVE Beyond Sport Podcast for weekly episodes diving into athlete stories, mindset, and motivation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/dive-beyond-sport/id1832706678 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67pX07qo2f6AZTxOERShpn?si=95b0803ce82642a7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/divebeyondsportpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divebeyondsportpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divebeyondsportpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DIVEBeyondSportPod Follow the Guest and Hosts on Instagram: Jazmin Sawyers: https://www.instagram.com/jazminsawyers Freddie Woodward: https://www.instagram.com/freddie_woodward Yona Knight-Wisdom: https://www.instagram.com/yonakw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h et 20 min
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