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Mike Reilly, best known as the "Voice of IRONMAN Triathlon," is a world-renowned race announcer, commentator, and author, who has called millions of endurance athletes across a finish line. In this show, he talks with successful people from all backgrounds about their inspiring stories of struggle and achievement in sports and life. Join Mike as he relives their incredible journey from start to finish. Listen at mikereilly.net/podcast
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Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Shannon Spake is an NFL reporter and NASCAR host for FOX Sports. She previously worked for ESPN on Sportscenter and the Speed channel, where she co-hosted NASCAR Nation. Shannon is a mother of two boys and a triathlete who participates and fundraises for the IRONMAN Foundation.
Shannon has completed seven half-IRONMANS and was training to participate in Kona's 2021 IRONMAN World Championship when it was unfortunately canceled. Shannon juggles parenthood, triathlon, reporting, and fundraising simultaneously - which is incredible! Listen to Shannon's full story on episode 18 of Find Your Finish Line.
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Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
The Kyle Pease Foundation was founded in 2011 by brothers Kyle & Brent Pease upon completion of their first triathlon in April of that year. Kyle wanted to share the experience of inclusion with others, so the idea of KPF was born. After a few months of work, the group received their IRS determination as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, and off they went. In March of 2012 they supported their first athlete and the brothers, and the organization has continued to grow since then. Several completed IRONMAN's later, the brothers have proven that anything is indeed possible.
Listen to their story here.
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Joe Desena, Spartan Race Founder and New York Times Best Selling Author, joins me to talk about health, leadership, and the Spartan Way of life. Joe's best-selling book's are "Spartan Up" and "Spartan Fit," and recently released, "The Spartan Way." Joe's vision in life and business is clear, bold, and inspiring. His vision is to get 100 million people healthy and off the couch, get Obstacle Racing recognized as an Olympic Sport and to guide my kids to be badass, productive, and happy for when they are out on their own.
Joe tells it like it is. His message is raw, authentic, and inspiring, and that's why it resonates with so many people. I hope you enjoy this show as much as I did!
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
On episode 15 of Find Your Finish Line, English professional triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay join's me to tell her story. Before taking up triathlon, Charles was an elite distance and open water swimmer who, at the age 17, nearly made the 2012 UK Olympic Swimming team, only to fall short to former silver medalist Keri-Anne Payne.
With no real experience in competitive running or cycling, Lucy started competing in triathlons at the age of 19. In 2015, at age 20, Lucy won the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in the 18-24 age group and the IRONMAN World Championship in the same age group. Her age group wins inspired her to join the professional ranks to take on the best in the world. As a professional, Lucy has won 2017 IRONMAN Lanzarote, 2017 Challenge Championship, 2018 & 2019 IRONMAN African Championship, 2018 Challenge Championship, 2019 Challenge Roth, 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, and finished 2nd place in the IRONMAN World Championship in KONA in 2018 & 2019.
Website: https://www.lucycharles.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucycharles93/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LucyAnneCharles
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Chris Nikic joins me on episode 14 of Find Your Finish Line and we have a bit of fun together talking about training, racing, and life. Chris is a 21-year old with Down Syndrome and all the associated disabilities - but he doesn't let any of that stop him from achieving great things. He's an IRONMAN finisher, public speaker, and author of a Children's Book. Listen in to Chris's inspiring story.
Learn more about Chris here: https://chrisnikic.com/
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Kristin is both the founder and creative vision behind the women's endurance apparel brand, Betty Designs. As an amateur triathlete for almost 20 years, Kristin took off to Kona in 2010 with a backpack of 25 cycling jerseys (the first official Betty design) and a dream—build an edgy brand for passionate and stylish women in endurance sports. In 2020 celebrating 10 years, Betty Designs has become synonymous with playful patterns, bold wordplay, and original collaborations with top endurance brands, elite athletes, and celebrities. Over the last decade, Betty Designs changed the trajectory of women's triathlon + cycling clothing, empowering badass women worldwide.
Listen in to hear Kristin's full story right here on Find Your Finish Line!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettydesignssickgear/
Website: https://www.bettydesigns.com/pages/about-us
Wednesday Aug 25, 2021
Wednesday Aug 25, 2021
Roderick Sewell is an athlete, motivational speaker, and the first bilateral above-the-knee amputee to finish the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona on prosthetic legs.
Roderick takes us through his incredible journey from having his legs amputated at the age of two, being homeless, and struggling to find his way in life. Then, at the age of eight, Roderick met the organization that would undoubtedly change his life in the Challenges Athletes Foundation (CAF).
CAF provided Roderick with the tools and support to pursue a career as an athlete in a way he never imagined. Roderick used those tools to his fullest potential and still is today...Listen in to hear the full interview above.
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https://www.instagram.com/rsewell92/
https://www.rodericksewell.com/
Listen or watch here:
https://mikereilly.net/podcast/rodericksewell-ep12/
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Ben O'Donnell joins the show to share his challenging journey from COVID life support to IRONMAN finish line. After contracting COVID, Ben was rushed into the hospital and spent a total of 26 days receiving different treatments aimed at helping him beat an aggressive bout of COVID.
After being given a 50/50 chance at living, Ben miraculously beat his COVID illness and left the hospital with a renewed view of life. Ben's new focus shifted to improving his health through sport and helping non-profit organizations raise money and awareness for charitable causes. Ben also found a finish line in 2021 - listen in to hear his whole story.
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Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Mike Ergo served as a Marine rifleman with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines from 2001-2005 and deployed to Iraq twice. After flying home from Iraq and being honorably discharged, Mike's real struggles began. Mike found himself anxious, confused, angry, grief-stricken, and out of place. He turned to drugs and alcohol to cope with his unprocessed trauma, but this led him even further down the path of destruction.
In July of 2012, his unhealthy decisions and excessive use of substances led him to hit rock bottom.
Mike knew he needed to make significant changes, and step by step, he began the journey to reclaim his life, health, and relationships.
Through meditation and endurance sports, he found comfort in discomfort. But, most importantly, he found a new purpose. That purpose is to serve veterans transitioning from battlefield to civilian life and inspire anyone to dream big.
Listen to Mike's incredible story.
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https://transitionsfromwar.com
Contact: militarytransitionStories@gmail.com
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
In episode nine of Find Your Finish Line, Mike Reilly invites a special guest to react to segments of a previous show with professional triathlete Lionel Sanders. Mike's guest is none other than six-time IRONMAN World Champion Mark Allen. Mark Allen is widely recognized in triathlon as a world champion competitor, coach, and ambassador for the sport. In addition, mark operates Mark Allen Coaching, a global online triathlon coaching business that helps triathletes improve their mental and physical performance on race day.
Mike and Mark provide unique commentary on Lionel's competitive outlook, negative addiction, the mental aspect of 'second-place syndrome, and much more. The wisdom and perspective in this show will undoubtedly inspire you on your journey in sport and life.
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Website: https://markallencoaching.com