Olympian and elite triathlete Emma Jeffcoat joins The Unfunded Podcast for a raw, honest, and powerful conversation about what it really takes to compete at the top. From her roots in surf lifesaving to the pressure-cooker world of triathlon, Emma opens up about the unspoken struggles female athletes face — from body image battles and funding cuts to fertility concerns and media expectations.

She shares insights on navigating the emotional aftermath of the Olympics, building a personal brand in an underfunded sport, and why athlete well-being needs a serious overhaul.

This episode pulls no punches — it’s a must-listen for anyone chasing big goals in sport or life.

The boys (and Sarah) are back behind the mic with updates on their podcasting journey, training life, and a few spicy takes on the state of triathlon. From debating the social media backlash after the Ironman Geelong live stream debacle to breaking down the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie qualifiers, nothing’s off limits.

Expect commentary on athletes making the leap from short to long course racing, reflections on past races, and predictions for who’s going to crush it next. There’s also chat about sponsorship dollars (or lack thereof), some pickleball banter (because of course), and a record-breaking Ironman performance that’s still got them buzzing.

Whether you’re here for the triathlon insight or just the chaos, this episode’s got a bit of everything — and probably too much caffeine.

The crew covers it all—tech fails (yes, we forgot to hit record the first time 🙃), training wins, celeb encounters, and the madness of upcoming travel plans.

They unpack what it’s really like racing in Asia vs. Europe, and reflect on how to juggle training, competition, and the rest of life without losing your mind. The boys dive into their own training philosophies, what they personally use, and what they’ve found actually works best when chasing performance and staying consistent.

Also in this ep:
🚭 Kicking bad habits like vaping (or at least trying)
🧠 Mental strategies for running when your legs say no
📈 Social media growth and the pressure of building a profile
🇳🇴 The rise of the Norwegian method and how it’s shifting the endurance world

Plus, the mantras that keep them going:
Sarah yells “I’M A MACHINE!”
Lockie whispers “It’s only temporary.”
Guess which one cries on the inside.

Banter, insight, and just enough chaos — it’s The Unfunded way.