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Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
Former professional footballer Ryan Gonsalves dives deep into the unique challenges and triumphs of transitioning from elite sports to fulfilling careers. Through candid conversations with athletes, the Career Clarity Podcast explores their inspiring journeys, uncovering lessons on identity, resilience, and reinvention. Whether you're an athlete or simply seeking inspiration for your next chapter, this podcast will empower you to unleash your second wind.
Ryan Gonsalves transitioned from…
Episodes
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP23: Dan Annan - From Football to EFTs and Crypto CEO
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Dan Annan, former professional footballer and chief executive officer of Cosmos Asset Management. Dan has…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP22: Stephen Baster - From Racing to Real Estate
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Stephen Baster, a top-class former jockey and Chairman of the Victorian Jockeys Association. Having left…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP21: Alex Opacic - Finding Another Plan A While Chasing Your Dream
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Alex Opacic, a former NCAA Division 1 player whose first sporting love was football. Alex gained a full…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP20: Sebastien Bassong - Football is Not My Destination
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Sebastien Bassong, an ex-international football player, who was born and raised in the rough streets of…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP19: Tenaya Sooalo - Staying True to Your Passion
Send us Fan Mail Growing up, Tenaya did most of her career together with her twin sister, Kiara. And by the age of 16, things started to get really serious for…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP18: Conrad Balatoni - Wealth Management by a Former Professional Footballer
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Conrad Balatoni, a former full-time professional footballer who at the tender age of 31 is playing…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
Rachel Newborough (Professional Footballer) on Running a Thriving Marketing Agency
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Rachel Newborough, a professional footballer from Charlton Athletic and founder of SunUp Creative, a…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP16: Chris Irwin - How to Fearlessly Grab Career Transition Opportunities
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Chris Irwin, a former rugby league player and founder of The EdStart Group incorporating EdStart Specialist…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP15: Rob Young - The Role of Identity in Switching Careers
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Rob Young, the CEO at Switch The Play Foundation and a board member of Greater Sport. Rob has a passion for…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP14: Ewan Dowes - How to Deal with a Non-linear Transition
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Ewan Dowes, a former rugby league football player with a prestigious career in both national and…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP13: Jack Madgen - Humanising Athletes
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Jack Madgen, a professional Australian rules footballer playing for Collingwood in the Australian Football…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP12: Kaarle McCulloch - How to be the CEO of Your Career
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Kaarle McCulloch, a former Australian professional track cyclist, four-time World Championship in the team…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP11: Ollie Phillips - Enjoying Your Journey as a Pro Rugby Player
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Ollie Phillips, ex-England 7s captain, and multiple world record holders. Philips's 14year professional…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP10: Chris Billy - Playing to Your Strengths as an Elite Footballer
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Christopher Billy, a retired professional footballer who played as a midfielder for Huddersfield Town…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP9: Claire Bennett - Freedom to Move On with Your Life After Sport
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Claire Bennett, a former GB Fencer. She was a member of the Great Britain Women’s foil fencing team and…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP8: Chris Alcock - Great Networking During Your Sporting Career
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Chris Alcock, a rugby union footballer. After an extensive professional rugby career, Chris felt that he…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP7: Taryn Woods - Refining Your Passion as an Olympic Gold Medallist
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Taryn Nadine Woods, an Australian water polo player from the gold medal squad of the 2000 Summer Olympics…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP6: Sarah E. Alexander - Creating Opportunities from Triathlete to Management Consultant
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Sarah Alexander, an accomplished skater, rower and triathlete. Sarah rowed for Dartmouth and as a…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP5: William Tuffley - Tips for Financial Management as an Athlete
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan speaks to William Tuffley, a partner in the business services team at BDO In Brisbane. William specializes in sports…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP 1. Bryany Parker - Football and AFL to start-up founder of The Sponsorship Platform
Send us Fan Mail Bryany Parker, 25, is an ex-professional footballer, an entrepreneur, and founder of The Sponsorship Platform. She works in football part-time…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP3: Sam Wykes - Transitioning Out of the Pack
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Ryan chats with Sam Wykes, who retired from Super Rugby in June 2021. After a career spanning more than a decade, which…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
EP4: Bridget Johnston - Moving to Where My Passion Lies
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Ryan chats with Bridget Johnston, a driven and passionate government worker currently in the NSW Government Program as a…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
Ep 2 - Amy Sayer Striking the Balance becoming Young Matilda and her Education
Send us Fan Mail At only 16, Amy Sayer made her international debut for the Matilda's, the senior Australian women's football team. Shortly afterward, she won…
- Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
Welcome to the 2ndwind Academy Podcast!
Send us Fan Mail Ex professional footballer Ryan Gonsalves gets to the root of transitioning from an elite sports career to the world of work. Join a cadre of…