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What does it actually feel like when your Olympic debut spirals into global notoriety, leaving you disconnected from the very image of yourself? In this raw, unguarded conversation, Rachael Gunn joins Cate and Bronte Campbell to share the reality of how it really feels to be "Raygun" before, during, and after the viral storm of Paris 2024. Rachael "breaks down" everything about both her and the sport of competitive breaking's origins alike, including the journey from training on Sydney’s concrete courthouse steps to the isolating dread of seeing the Athletes' Village. She confronts the surreal feeling of seeing her identity reduced to a meme (or even a Halloween costume), debunks the tabloid myths of viral wealth, and explains why she feels a Netflix documentary was her only way to cut through the noise.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, what's harder: a 2K ergo or a round of chemo? There aren't a lot of people who could tell you, but Jean Mitchell is one of them. And turns out, it's a pretty close contest sometimes! In fact, after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in her last year of high school, it was Jean's experience with grueling rowing training that helped her stick out chemo - and then it was her experience of chemo that helped her commit to the intensity of training once more. It's amazing to think of the journey Jean went through to make it to Paris, but she takes Bronte and Cate through all of it: how she secretly signed up to rowing in the first place, how it felt to receive her surprise diagnosis, her treatment, her recovery, her return to the sport, the unexpected accommodation that awaited her Paris, why the closing ceremony brought her to tears, and even a spontaneous trip to a tattoo artist for maybe one of the most powerful and symbolic Olympic-related tattoos ever.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you REALLY know about elite level race walking?  In this episode, Isaac Beacroft, Australian Commonwealth Games gold medalist and World Under-20 Champion of the sport tells all - from the intense techniques, tactics and training, to the surprising mid-race trash-talking and mind games, to exactly what reactions you get from fellow high schoolers once they know it's what you do. He also opens up on the crucial chapters of his athlete journey so far, including what it's like being coached by your Dad, how he views the pain of competition, why he chooses to take competition a little more lightly while still aiming for Olympic glory, how he competed at the Under-20s after just finishing up in Glasgow, and an inside look at the fierce on-track rivalry of his Comm Games Gold win. Enjoyed this episode? Follow, rate and review wherever you're listening - it helps us out heaps. Or, simply tell a friend.Find us on instagram: @campbellsco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Seebohm’s road to the Paris 2024 trials was anything but ordinary. In fact, it's almost unheard of - a decision made to train while pregnant and in the early stages of postpartum. But Emily is anything but ordinary herself.In this episode, Bronte sits down with four-time Olympian to dive into the unfiltered reality of what that time was like, including elite level training on no sleep, navigating a changing body and a changing identity, and how her athlete mindset remains with her today. Enjoyed this episode? Follow, rate and review wherever you're listening - it helps us out heaps. Or, simply tell a friend. Find us on instagram: @campbellsco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent viral Hyrox mishap and the upcoming AFL Grand Final have given Cate and Bronte plenty to think about, including performing under pressure, pre-competition panic... and well, protocols for poop...  In this episode: Would Cate or Bronte keep competing after a catastrophic digestive mishap for $20,000 - or an Olympic gold? The 1990 Gary Lineker FIFA World Cup story that Cate resurrected from Google (and that Bronte deeply wished she hadn't). The time Cate purposefully stayed awake for 24 hours before a race - and why. Grand Final wisdom from AFL legends Joel Selwood, Rory Sloane, and Jimmy Bartel on ticket stress, a good night's rest, and reframing fear as opportunity. Bronte's "unhinged" smiling technique - and why it was so effective Enjoyed this episode? Follow, rate and review wherever you're listening - it helps us out heaps. Or, simply tell a friend. Find us on instagram: @campbellsco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the words of a certain ad: It's just sports. Sports. Sports. Sports. ...But it's also that ad and all the various talking points around it. Cate and Bronte unpack and weigh in.They also take a wild wrap around the US open, from playing with feeling to winning without even knowing it, and the many distractions from courtside.Plus, how one NFL team's transit strategy wasn't as grounded as it seemed.  Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to follow, rate and review wherever you're listening! Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cate and Bronte bring us all the highlights and happenings from Cate's recent wedding - including rogue ring-bearers, emergency honey shots, and how Cate's entire personality changed along with her costume...  Plus, all the big questions from last episode are answered: how were the vows? Were the oranges appreciated? And were there any T-rexes in the aisles? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And by Olympian we of course mean Cate!  Recorded days out from walking down the aisle, Cate and Bronte to reveal how an elite athlete mindset surprisingly does have advantages when it comes to planning a wedding!However, there is one task that is still breaking Cate's calm...  Plus, some near-disastrous attempt at dehydrating backyard orange favors, a hilarious childhood secret that could threaten to derail the ceremony’s legality, and will a three-year-old flower girl walk end up wearing as bloodied T-Rex costume? Stay tuned for an exclusive wrap up of exactly what happened once Cate is back from honeymoon!Hit follow so you don't miss it. Enjoyed this episode? Rate and review wherever you're listening! Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pan Pacs have just given us a peek at what could in store at the next Olympics - and what a peek it was! In this episode, Bronte and Cate unpack everything you missed and need to know, including swims from our Aussies that ended records and winning streaks that have stood for decades! Plus, they get candid about race-day mindsets. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to follow, rate and review wherever you're listening! Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stepping away from a lifelong passion often leaves a terrifying void—and for Olympic silver medalist Scott Miller, the fall from the podium was catastrophic. In this episode, Cate and Bronte sit down with Scott for an extraordinarily raw, unfiltered conversation about identity loss, addiction, and the dark pitfalls within the institutions of elite sport. They unpack what started Scott's spiral in his own words, exactly what it felt like to be caught within a mindset where he felt he needed to to numb - but how a tactical police raid and prison sentence ultimately saved his life, and gave it a new purpose. In this episode: Why Scott threw his 1996 Olympic silver medal directly into the bin. How the sports system can focus on "breeding athletes, not people," and how Scott felt he was left with nothing after his swimming career. The freak accident eight weeks before the Sydney 2000 trials that shattered his world-record form. Walking away from the pool forever in 2004 and turning to drugs within 24 hours Why sitting in the back of a police car after a heavily armed raid brought an immediate wave of relief. How serving four years in prison gave him the true structure, self-worth, and purpose again. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains references to addiction, drug use, mental ill health, suicidal ideal and self harm. If you are sensitive to any of these topics, please take care when listening. If this episode raises any issues for you, and you need assistance, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au Enjoyed this episode? Follow, rate and review wherever you're listening - it helps us out heaps. Or, simply tell a friend. Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod For more from Scott: @scott.miller.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The return of our athletes from the Commonwealth Games has Cate and Bronte reflecting on times in their own lives just after competition - and often, how much it sucked! In this episode, they the unpack the raw psychology, personal heartbreaks, and unexpected ways they coped after stepping off the world stage, and why this is relevant not just for athletes, but for everyone.  In this episode: The single statement and question you should never say to an athlete returning from a major event—and what to ask instead. Bronte’s jarring return from the 2012 London Olympics while navigating a family emergency and the overwhelming pressure to "display excitement". Cate candidly reveals why winning two Olympic bronze medals at 16 left her crying at her computer The science behind why reaching your biggest goal can trigger chemical withdrawal, restlessness, and sudden numbness. Cate’s post-Rio 2016 attempt at going "off the rails" How the Sydney 2000 Olympic volunteers received the kind of psychological warnings the athletes wished they were given Plus recommendations from the week and the hardest part of planning a wedding! Enjoyed this episode? Follow, rate and review wherever you're listening - it helps us out heaps. Or, simply tell a friend. Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have wrapped up, Cate and Bronte Campbell catch up on some of what they missed - from insane diving physics to powerful stories of athlete advocacy, sudden tragedy, and a viral hurdle recovery. In this episode: A close look at Rhiannan Iffland’s historic 48th World Series title win - and what her almost unbelievable sport of cliff diving really entails! Recapping the Aussie Stingers’ water polo bronze medal victory over Russia in front of 10,000 fans at Sydney Olympic Park, the Sharks' 4th-place finish, and why tangible venue legacies matter for Brisbane 2032 The inspiring story of 24-year-old Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, who competed in the 50m breaststroke final despite a shocking diagnosis, and the remarkable good his public platform is creating. How South Africa's Chad Le Clos becomes the most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete of all time with 21 medals, only to face a devastating loss in his own life soon after. Analyzing the unbelievable clip of a high school hurdler who tripped on the final hurdle, yet still won the race in a truly remarkable way...  Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to follow, rate and review wherever you're listening! Find us on instagram: @campbellsandco_pod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games have come to a close, with plenty of memorable moments in and out of competition up to the very last minute! In this episode: 70 golds and total dominance: Australia finishes the Games atop the leaderboard with a staggering 171 total medals, setting the record for the most gold medals ever won by an Australian Commonwealth Games team. Velodrome sweeps & flagbearer glory: Lee Hoffman snags his third gold in the 1000m time trial alongside Tate Ryan's bronze, while Georgia Baker equals an all-time gold record and gets tapped trackside as Australia's closing ceremony flagbearer. The Wombats bring home gold: Damien Delgado and Jamie Reynolds complete their medal set in the Para-bowls - leading Cate to get maybe a bit too into lawn bowls terminology  Sam Heughan meets the Diamonds: Cate spills the drama on how the Aussie netball team tracked down Outlander heartthrob Sam Heughan for super-fan Kira Austin, leading to an iconic FaceTime with her husband. Game of Crowns final showdown: Cate seals her Game of Crowns victory in style after predicting the exact 56–48 scoreline in the New Zealand vs. Jamaica netball final. In Closing:  A breakdown of the closing ceremony, featuring a very iconic and bagpipe-filled Aussie banger. Hit follow for Cate and Bronte's weekly episodes and upcoming behind-the-scenes athlete interviews! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Historic sweeps on the track, tactical showdowns in the velodrome, and emotional victory laps—Australia's biggest night of the Games had it all! In this episode: 64 golds and counting: Australia sits clear atop the podium with 64 gold medals after a historic seven-gold night on the athletics track, breaking a team record that stood since 1950. Historic clean sweep in the mile: Abby Caldwell leads an all-Aussie podium sweep alongside Jess Hull and a roaring late charge from Claudia Hollingsworth in the retro mile event. Velodrome tactics & lactic acid limits: Lee Hoffman snags gold in the men's sprint alongside Tate Ryan's bronze. Cate and Bronte go inside the intense cat-and-mouse strategy. Emma-Sue Greentree makes boxing history: Team captain, former teacher aide, and Type 1 diabetic Emma-Sue Greentree becomes the first Australian woman to win Commonwealth Games boxing gold. Baby Roman's victory lap & netball heartbreak: Discus champion Matt Denny honors his late father with baby son Roman on track, while the Aussie Diamonds fall short by one point against Jamaica in a semi-final thriller. Game of Crowns dominance: Cate's unbeatable lead continues - but can Bronte at least end the series wearing the crown? Hit follow for Cate and Bronte's Commonwealth Games wraps every day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From epic race walk banter to historic track cycling records, bizarre official disqualifications, and tough conditions in the track and field, the games show no sign of slowing. In this episode: 128 medals and counting: Australia remains well clear atop the medal table after an 18-medal haul overnight—including four golds across athletics, track cycling, and judo—bringing the total to 55 golds. Isaac Beecroft - a new icon?: The 19-year-old former AFL academy prospect wins gold in the 10,000m race walk and drops an instant classic post-race interview. Georgia Baker equals a great!: Georgia Baker dominates the women's scratch race to collect her fifth career Commonwealth Games gold medal, matching a very impression record...  Bizarre track disqualifications: Officials strict on the rules disqualify Felicity Wilson-Haffenden over aero shoulder tape and Sophie Edwards for excessive helmet padding. Pole vault guts and grace: Nina Kennedy takes silver behind New Zealand’s Eliza McCartney in brutal, freezing conditions, delivering a masterclass in sportsmanship. Game of Crowns & "Super Saturday": Cate dons the crown once again, leaving Bronte behind with an unassailable lead - and yet still a burning hunger to tighten the scores with predictions for the men's discus, gearing up for a massive 44-gold-medal Super Saturday! Hit follow for Cate and Bronte's Commonwealth Games wraps every day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.