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In this fascinating episode of The Brian Moylett Podcast, Brian Moylett sits down with Irish wingsuit pilot, BASE jumper, and professional tandem paraglider Michael Moran to explore one of the world's most dangerous—and exhilarating—sports.

From growing up on a farm in Tipperary, Ireland, to living in Ölüdeniz, Turkey, one of the world's most famous paragliding destinations, Michael shares his extraordinary journey into wingsuit flying, BASE jumping, and paragliding.

But this conversation goes far beyond extreme sports.

Brian and Michael dive into the psychology of fear, performance under pressure, mental resilience, mindfulness, risk management, peak performance, personal growth, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life.

Whether you're interested in sports psychology, high performance, mental toughness, adventure sports, leadership, or simply living with more courage, this episode is packed with insights.

• What wingsuit flying is and how it works
• Flying at over 250 km/h through the mountains
• The psychology of fear and how elite performers manage it
• Why preparation creates confidence under pressure
• Performance psychology and staying calm in high-risk environments
• The importance of routines and rituals before performing
• Managing adrenaline in extreme sports
• BASE jumping and the realities of risk
• Losing friends in dangerous sports and dealing with grief
• Building mental resilience through discomfort
• Why cold water, exercise and movement improve mental health
• Alan Watts, mindfulness and living in the present moment
• Why success isn't always about money
• Finding purpose through passion
• The simple life versus chasing ambition
• Sponsorship in extreme sports
• Lessons anyone can apply to sport, business and everyday life

Michael Moran is an Irish wingsuit pilot, BASE jumper, and professional tandem paraglider based in Ölüdeniz, Turkey, widely regarded as one of the world's best locations for paragliding and free flight.

Alongside flying tandem paragliding professionally, Michael continues to pursue wingsuit flying at the highest level while mentoring newer pilots and promoting safe progression within the sport.

• Fear isn't the enemy—it's information.
• Confidence comes from preparation, not bravado.
• Managing pressure is a skill that applies in sport, business and life.
• Purpose often comes from pursuing what you genuinely love.
• The greatest moments in life can't be bought.

The Brian Moylett Podcast features conversations with world-class performers, athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, psychologists, authors and thought leaders exploring:

• High Performance
• Mindset
• Sports Psychology
• Leadership
• Mental Health
• Personal Development
• Success
• Human Performance
• Peak Performance
• Wellbeing

New episodes every week.

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Brian Moylett is a keynote speaker, mindset coach, bestselling author, rugby coach and performance coach helping athletes, teams and organisations perform at their best.

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Andrew shares what helped him play his best rugby, the mindset he had going into games and how he got through a slump in form in his mid-twenties. He talks about advise that Paul O’Connell gave him in Ireland camp, how Joe Schmidt got the best out of him and what he did to build his confidence. 

Andrew gives his thoughts on the state of Ulster Rugby at the moment. He also talks about the team he was in with Ruan Pienaar and Johan Muller, and why Leinster Rugby kept getting the better of them in knockout games. He speaks on the financial viability of the game and also what laws are making the game less enjoyable to watch. 

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I've decided to do an 85km Ultramarathon, and in this pod I share 3 things I've learned since I made the decision to commit to it.

I'm doing the run in aid of the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation. This is a brilliant charity who provide brilliant palliative care free of charge, but they need donations to do what they do. You can donate here, and anything you can give is massively appreciated, thank you. https://www.idonate.ie/wl/fundraiser/BrianMoylett

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Christiaan esterhuizen is the Canada West Senior Men’s Coach.

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We chat about;

Challenges South African rugby is facing

Changes Rassi Erasmus made with the Springboks

Learning the ropes as a coach

How he learns from coaches at Sharks, cheetahs, stormers and bulls

Coaching Siya Kolisi, Damian De Allende and Eben Eztabeth’s university

How to structure a preseason

Using seeming in coaching

Limitations with attacking shapes

Most important things for head coaches

Changing cultures in teams

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Shane Fletcher is the Crusaders team manager

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We chat about;

How Crusaders have consistent success

The focus on well being as Crusaders

How to make new players feel welcome

The pillars that Crusaders select done

Breaking down their culture

Helping the players that fall into dark places

The training focus to become world-class and what the difference is between world-class and average

Theming seasons Crusaders

What makes razor Scott Robertson outstanding

Using the success of Usain Bolt, Golden State Warriors, Melbourne storm

How mosque shootings in Christchurch affected the organisation

Challengers New Zealand rugby and the all Blacks are facing

Sam Whitelock’s contribution to the innovation at Crusaders

What age you should commit a Rugby

Impact Sonny Bill Williams had on New Zealand club rugby

Working with Leinster rugby and what they learned

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

My instagram is https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.

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Jack Birtwhistle is the Mental Skills Coach at Harlequins 

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We chat about;

Harlequins mental performance program

But he learned from Aaron Walsh at Chiefs rugby

How proteins use visualisation and meditation

Working with Danny Care and Joe Marler

Exploring your potential as a young player 

Flaws with rugby development pathways

Andy friend Hiring him at Connacht rugby

How to deal with overthinking

How do you stay focused throughout a game and move on from the steaks

How are you improve yourself talk

How are you become a brilliant Leader

How to build cohesion

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

My instagram is https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.

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Chance Wenglewski is a USA Eagle and MLR Champion, currently playing with Rugby New York

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We chat about;

How rugby in New York created a winning culture, and lifted the Major League Rugby (MLR) shield

Embracing uncomfortable situations to grow as a person

Playing with Andy Ellis, Waisake Naholo & Nehe Milner Skudder 

Dealing with serious injury and reflecting

Identity

Breathwork

Being more than just a rugby player

Dealing with being benched

How to cope with the pressure

Balancing sports as a teenager and why he chose rugby

Play include your rugby with Lindenwood University

Being your most authentic self

Gratitude

Working as a graphic designer outside of rugby

Tattooing

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

My instagram is https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.

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Roger Wilson played 349 pro games and now coaches American Footballers

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We chat about;

Playing all Ireland league rugby with Trinity College

Why Alan Clark gave him a shot at ulsterrugby

His mindset and focus on becoming a pro

How you get noticed as a young player

Why he decided to move abroad like Simon Zebo and Tommy Bowe

Playing with Dylan Hartley and Chris Ashton at Northampton Saints

How are you played 349 pro games 

Working at Michael Johnson performance Centre

Coaching in the NFL pathway

Working as an agent in Major League Rugby (MLR)

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

My instagram is https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.

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Peter Dooley has over 100 caps for Leinster and is moving to Connacht rugby next season.

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We chat about;

How he got his break with Leinster rugby

Moving from 8 to prop

Being inspired by Cian Healy, and competing with Dan Leavy

His experience in the Irish 20s with Mike Ruddock

Advice from Joe Schmidt

Why Josh van der Flier won player of the year

Brumbies and Crusaders Coaches working with Leinster

How Leinster use theming

Why he is moving to Connacht rugby

What he learned from Paul O’Connell

White Jordan Larmour and Johnny Sexton do well

Leinster u18s with Tom Daly and Adam Byrne

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

My instagram is https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.

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Jordy Reed grew up in Sydney and has played with the Rebels, Ealing Trailfinders and now Gloucester Rugby

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We chat about;

Playing on E team in school

Not making red teams at school

Rugby Australia Academy with Will Skelton

Competing with Michael Hooper in school, and Ben Volavola

Playing in the Rebels with James O’Connor Kurtley Beale and Stirling Mortlock

Why he moved to Ealing Trailfinders

How Western Force being cut from super rugby affected his career

What Max Lahiff told him before moving to England

Culture at Gloucester rugby

Dealing with nerves

Advice for young players

Email - offfieldrugby@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/

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