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Where triathlon meets real talk. Hosted by two seasoned triathletes Lockie Jones and Lleyton Wall, this podcast takes a deep dive into the controversies, challenges, and triumphs of the triathlete world.
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- 6 days ago56 min
London WTCS Preview & Edmonton Breakdown | Unfunded EP55
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return for another Freaky Friday episode, catching up on training, Leighton’s upcoming six-week European racing block, and Lockie’s return to full training after injury. They also discuss some of the latest innovations in triathlon, including the unusual hydrodynamic swim cap attachment that’s starting to appear in elite racing.The boys break down all the action from the World Triathlon World Cup in Edmonton, including Solomon Okrafo-Smart’s breakthrough victory, Tyler Mislawchuk and Reese Vannerson’s thrilling sprint finish, Taylor Knibb’s dominant bike leg, and Australia’s mixed relay performance. They also give their thoughts on the current state of World Cup commentary and debate whether mixed relays are as exciting outside of major championship events.Looking ahead to WTCS London, they preview the stacked men’s and women’s fields, discuss Matt Hauser’s incredible season, Alex Yee’s homecoming, the rise of Calum McClusky, and why Cassandra Beaugrand remains the woman to beat. The episode wraps up with podium predictions and a discussion about which iconic cities around the world should host future World Triathlon races, including Sydney, New York and Barcelona.
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Matt Hauser Owns Hamburg | Unfunded S2 EP19 (EP54)
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.After a week away from the studio, Lockie and Lleyton return to break down one of the biggest weekends on the triathlon calendar. The boys dive into Matt Hauser’s incredible third consecutive Hamburg World Triathlon Championship Series victory, analyse the standout performances from the men’s and women’s races, and discuss who is shaping up as the biggest threat for the remainder of the WTCS season.They also unpack the Mixed Relay World Championships, where France secured the first relay qualification spot for the LA 2028 Olympic Games, while discussing the surprise performances from Hungary, Australia’s unfortunate withdrawal, and the selection decisions that left a few eyebrows raised.Away from triathlon, the conversation drifts into Conor McGregor’s disappointing return, football World Cup fever, the Tour de France, Facebook nostalgia, influencer culture, and why Hamburg should never get rid of its iconic beer steins.
- 2 weeks ago56 min
Hamburg Predictions & The Rise of Chinese Bikes | Unfunded S2 EP18 (EP53)
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return for a relaxed catch-up episode as they discuss a quieter period in the triathlon calendar before diving into the biggest talking points from around the sport. The boys recap the Tiszaujvaros World Cup, where Csongor Lehmann continued his remarkable dominance on home soil and Fanni Szalai claimed another breakthrough victory for Hungary, while Taylor Knibb returned to World Cup racing with a strong performance.They also unpack the viral Louis Vuitton runway bike, debate the growing influence of Chinese bike manufacturers in professional triathlon, and discuss whether premium bike prices are becoming impossible to justify for aspiring athletes.Looking ahead, the focus shifts to the Hamburg World Triathlon Championship Series and Mixed Relay World Championships. Lockie and Lleyton break down the key contenders, debate whether Matt Hauser can continue his winning streak, discuss Hayden Wilde’s return to short course racing, predict the individual podiums, and give their picks for the relay world title as nations begin the road to Olympic qualification.
- 3 weeks ago1h 6m
New Era of Triathlon With World Triathlon President Antonio Arimany | Unfunded S2 EP17 (EP52)
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.In this special episode of the Unfunded Triathlon Podcast, Lockie and Lleyton sit down with World Triathlon President Antonio Arimany for an in-depth conversation about the biggest changes shaping the future of the sport.Antonio explains how World Triathlon achieved its historic A1 governance classification, why transparency and athlete-first decision making have become key priorities, and the vision behind the new partnership between World Triathlon and the PTO. He breaks down the creation of the Triathlon World Tour, the introduction of the T50 and T100 World Championships under one commercial structure, increased prize money, the future race calendar, and the long-term goal of making triathlon a truly global spectator sport.The conversation also explores broadcast accessibility, athlete pathways, paratriathlon development, the growing relationship with HYROX, ambitions for new Olympic events ahead of Brisbane 2032, and the opportunities that lie ahead for both elite athletes and age-group competitors.
- Jun 25, 202649 min
We Forgot To Hit Record | Unfunded S2 EP16 (EP51)
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return after an unexpected week off and reveal the painful reason behind the break: forgetting to hit record during what was meant to be one of the biggest interviews in Unfunded Podcast history with the President of World Triathlon.The boys then dive into the latest World Triathlon Championship Series action, discussing Vasco Vilaça’s incredible form, Dorian Coninx’s return to the top step, Matt Hauser’s absence, Alex Yee’s difficult start to the season, and the growing concerns around motorbike positioning and its influence on race outcomes. They also unpack the French dominance across the men’s, women’s and mixed relay events, analyse Australia’s impressive relay performance, and debate the tactics unfolding in both championship races.To finish, Lockie and Lleyton preview the upcoming Tiszaujvaros World Cup, discuss Simon Lehmann’s remarkable quest for a sixth consecutive victory at the event, break down the key contenders in both elite fields, and share their podium predictions for one of the most unique races on the triathlon calendar.
- Jun 11, 202643 min
Almost Arrested in Japan Over $8 | Unfunded S2 EP15 (EP50)
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return for Episode 50 after their trip to Japan, sharing stories from their post-race adventures in Nara and Kyoto before unpacking the wild train station incident that nearly saw them hauled in by Japanese police over an $8 ticket discrepancy.The boys then dive into the biggest talking point in triathlon: the drama from Alghero. They break down the growing tensions surrounding Lisa Tertsch, the controversial aid-station bottle incident involving Jeanne Lehair, and whether moments like these are actually good for the sport. They also recap the women’s race, where Cassandre Beaugrand stormed back to victory ahead of Beth Potter and Tertsch.On the men’s side, they discuss the carnage that unfolded after a series of crashes and DNFs took out many of the favourites, leaving Vasco Vilaça and Miguel Hidalgo to capitalise. The conversation turns to how the result reshapes the season and adds pressure to athletes chasing World Series points early in the Olympic cycle.To finish, Lockie and Lleyton preview the upcoming World Cup in Mexico, discuss the challenging travel schedule facing many athletes, highlight Jordan Rick’s World Cup debut, and make their podium predictions for both the men’s and women’s races.
- May 28, 202640 min
SuperTri is Dying? | Unfunded S2 EP14
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by PodfireLockie and Lleyton return for S2 EP14 (EP49) ahead of a huge race week trip to Japan, before diving into one of the biggest WTCS previews of the season at Alghero. The boys unpack the fallout from the Enhanced Games, including James Magnussen’s return, the underwhelming world record attempts, and the reactions from Olympic swimmers like Cam McEvoy. They also discuss the current state of SuperTri and whether the once-exciting format is slowly fading away.The episode then shifts into triathlon racing, including Dylan McCullough’s dominant comeback performance after 18 months out injured, and a full breakdown of the stacked WTCS Alghero start lists. Lockie and Lleyton debate whether the men’s race will stay together or explode into a breakaway, with Alex Yee, Matt Hauser, Hayden Wilde, Miguel Hidalgo and others all in contention. On the women’s side, the focus turns to Cassandra Beaugrand’s return, Beth Potter’s form, and how the Olympic cycle is already bringing the sport’s biggest stars back together.
- May 21, 202639 min
Hauser Breaks Away | Unfunded S2 EP13
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by PodfireLockie and Lleyton break down all the action from Yokohama, including Matt Hauser’s dominant breakaway win and Australia’s impressive depth with Luke Willian and Brayden Mercer featuring in the front group. The boys discuss how Hauser has become the athlete everyone is now chasing, why their race predictions completely missed the mark again, and what Alex Yee, Hayden Wilde, and the rest of the field need to do to respond.On the women’s side, they dive into Tilda Månsson’s breakout WTCS victory over Beth Potter, debate Potter’s post-race reaction, and discuss whether Månsson has officially arrived as a long-term contender. There’s also discussion around Gwen Jorgensen’s comeback at 40 years old, the rise of the next generation of European athletes, and how Olympic qualification battles are already beginning to heat up for LA 2028 and beyond.Outside of racing, the boys unpack the bizarre reality of the Enhanced Games, James Magnussen’s transformation, and whether the entire concept is really just a giant pharmaceutical publicity stunt.
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