Explore every episode of the podcast What's The Message
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| #20 Jack Walker - How To Overcome Adversity | 14 Jul 2025 | 00:57:18 | |
🎥 Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level👉 https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI💪 Boost your rugby skills with my online coaching: ronanmichaelpt.comJoined this week by Grand Final winner and current Sheffield Eagles player Jack Walker. Jack shares his journey to the top of Rugby League and the adversity he faced along the way. With a deep understanding of health and performance, Jack opens up about how he's learned to manage injuries and keep his body in peak condition. A must-listen for any athlete navigating the physical and mental demands of elite sport.Subscribe for more Rugby League podcasts, pro athlete stories, and coaching tips! | |||
| #19 Will Pryce - What Does It Take To Become A Professional Rugby Player? | 30 Jun 2025 | 01:05:29 | |
🎥 Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level👉 https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI💪 Boost your rugby skills with my online coaching: ronanmichaelpt.comJoined this week by former Huddersfield teammate, ex-Newcastle Knights player, and current Hull FC signing Will Pryce. We dive into his return to England and the Super League, and how his time in the NRL environment helped shape him into a better professional. Will opens up about the personal and athletic growth he's experienced while being away from home, and what it means to now be back on UK soil.Subscribe for more Rugby League podcasts, pro athlete stories, and coaching tips! | |||
| #18 Ellie Horrocks -Becoming the Youngest Female to Run The Length of the UK | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:56:53 | |
🎥 Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level👉 https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI 💪 Boost your rugby skills with my online coaching: ronanmichaelpt.com This week, I’m joined by Ellie Horrocks - Guinness World Record holder and ultra-endurance athlete. At just 20 years old, Ellie is preparing to become the youngest female ever to run the length of the UK, taking on the incredible 20/20/20 challenge: 72km a day, for 20 days, at age 20. Already known for completing the most chest-to-floor burpees in 24 hours, Ellie shares what drives her to take on extreme challenges, push boundaries, and stay mentally tough. | |||
| #17 Bailey Antrobus -Overcoming 2 ACL Surgeries | 02 Jun 2025 | 01:03:46 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Joined this week on the pod by York Knights player and Welsh international Bailey Antrobus. Bailey shares his journey to the UK and his experience battling through his second ACL surgery. We dive into the mindset needed to overcome serious injury, the mental toll of long rehab periods, and the loneliness that often comes with recovery in elite sport. | |||
| #16 George King - Environment Is Everything | 19 May 2025 | 00:55:31 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI This week, I’m joined by Ireland Rugby League captain and Huddersfield Giants player George King. George shares his journey through Super League and international rugby league, and talks about returning to his hometown club. Battling back from a long-term, horrific injury, George opens up about his excitement to return and the importance of being in a positive environment for recovery and growth. | |||
| #15 Danny Kirmond - Why Perspective is Reality | 05 May 2025 | 01:08:29 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI This week, I’m joined by ex-Wakefield Trinity captain and current assistant coach Danny Kirmond. Danny shares stories from his lengthy Rugby League career, his transition into coaching, and the vital importance of shifting your perspective to shape your reality. It was a privilege to dive deep with an ex-teammate and true Rugby League legend. Danny embodies the mindset and qualities needed to stay at the top for so long. | |||
| #14 Michael Lawrence - The Art of Leadership | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:52:29 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Sat down this week with current teammate and Captain of Bradford Bulls, Michael Lawrence, also known as Bruno. Michael and I have spent time together at both Huddersfield and Bradford. In this episode Michael reflects of his career to date, the highs and lows of Professional Rugby League and the art of being a true Professional and Leader. | |||
| #13 Liam Knight - Why Your Habits Shape Your Life | 07 Apr 2025 | 00:56:55 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI I am joined this week by Hull FC's recent signing Liam Knight. Liam shares his journey to elite level sport and the difficulties along the way. As a young athlete temptation is everywhere. Liam explains how his habits have helped him navigate through hard times and shaped him to become the professional he is today. | |||
| #12 Taylor Pemberton - From Within | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:47:44 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Taylor Pemberton joins me on What's The Message this week to share his journey as a professional Rugby League Player for York Knights and the founder of Fusion Clothing. Taylor echoes the importance of being brave with decisions and striving for quality within both rugby and business. Starting something is never easy but is almost always worth it. | |||
| #11 Matt Frawley - What Makes a Great Halfback? | 10 Mar 2025 | 00:52:13 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI I am joined this week by former teammate Matt Frawley. Matt is a halfback for Leeds Rhinos and shares his experiences playing in both the NRL and Super League. As a sports person playing an an elite level is never easy, nevermind on the other side of the world. Matt is a man of great humility and it shows throughout this conversation. | |||
| #10 Loghan Lewis - Becoming Content | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:52:05 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI This week I am joined by Salford Red Devil's forward Loghan Lewis. Loghan shares his journey to the Super League, his passions for streaming and creating videos and his journey to becoming content. It is not always a straight path to the top and Loghan captures the idea that if you work hard and apply yourself opportunities will arise. | |||
| #9 Guy Armitage - A Journey to Self Discovery | 17 Feb 2025 | 01:17:19 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI On this weeks episode I am joined by ex-rugby union star and current Bradford Bulls teammate Guy Armitage. Guy shares his journey through his professional career, how he became a Rugby League star and the pressure of sport when your brothers are already a the top. Having a platform for sharing these stories and a safe place to be vulnerable is key to getting behind the player and this chat with Guy embraces all of that on what is a truly remarkable Journey to Self Discovery. | |||
| #8 Jayden Okunbor - Finding Happiness | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:53:51 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Joined this week by ex NRL Bulldogs player and current Bulls teammate Jayden Okunbor. Jayden reflects on his transition to the UK, finding his form again on the field and most importantly, finding happiness. In life and Rugby alike confidence is a big factor in determining our outcomes. Jayden shares his stories on how a lack of confidence impacted his on field performances and how he has rediscovered that now at Bradford. | |||
| #7 Connor Davies - Taking The Plunge | 20 Jan 2025 | 01:11:04 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI This week I am joined by Welsh International Rugby League Player Connor Davies. Connor shares his journey into professional sport and how his upbringing in a small town in Wales sculpted him into the man he is. Connor is now in joint business with 3 other Pro Players, one being Joe Keyes from episode 2, on a venture to bring wellness into the community through a recovery center. | |||
| #6 Aidan Sezer & Nik Cotric - The Berlin Message. Footy, Life & Travels | 06 Jan 2025 | 01:22:26 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Joined on the pod this week by two guests for the first time, Aidan Sezer and Nik Cotric, we discuss all things Super League, NRL and life. The beauty of this game is the connections we make and the stories we share. Getting to film in Berlin and share these moments are hugely impactful for me, hope you enjoy. | |||
| #5 Daniel Norman - Pro Rugby to Entrepreneurship | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:07:23 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Joined this week by recently retired Professional Rugby League Player and owner of Forged Physiques Dan Norman we dive into all this business, fitness and life. Dan shares his journey on becoming an entrepreneur and discovering ways to improve his life through business, fitness and personal development. | |||
| #4 Dan Sarginson - Beyond The Body | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:33:03 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI This week I am joined on the podcast with Grand Final winning, ex Pro Rugby player Dan Sarginson. In this episode, Dan shares his experience developing his mental strength and growing as a person since retiring from the professional game. We take a deep dive into embracing your emotions and how the pressures of elite sport can build barriers to how we truly feel. | |||
| #3 Keanan Brand - Professional Rugby to Love Island | 02 Dec 2024 | 01:04:27 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Professional Rugby Player for Leigh Leopards and ex Love Island Star Keanan Brand joins me on the pod to dive into how getting out of your comfort zone can be the greatest building block for finding happiness in life. Keanan shares his growth since stepping away from reality and new ventures in life beyond his career on the pitch. | |||
| #2 Joe Keyes - Proven Ways to Reset Your Mindset | 25 Nov 2024 | 01:12:06 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Joined on the podcast this week by fellow club and international teammate Joe Keyes. In this episode we discuss ways to improve your mindset and outlook on both sport and life. Join us as we dive into Joe's latest business venture where he aims to promote physical and mental well-being. | |||
| #1 Jesse Dee - How To Take Action | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:50:08 | |
Watch Next: My Journey to Pro Rugby – From Amateur Days to Elite Level: https://youtu.be/0h5ZV_hWgMI Sitting down with Professional Rugby League Player for the York Knights Jesse Dee. In this episode we explore his journey into professional sport, managing mental battles and how taking action trumps all talk. Jesse shares his battles and insights as a pro athlete and how to navigate the dar times. | |||