D&M's with DEAN - TopPodcast.com

Latest Episodes:

Episode 144 - Travis Cochran | The Technician // Why High Performers Still Feel Lost Sep 13, 2026

Show notes

In this episode I sit down with Travis Cochran, better known as The Technician.

Trav grew up on the Sunshine Coast and was heavily involved in rugby league from a young age, eventually finding himself on the pathway towards playing for the Brisbane Broncos. But after years of being told who he was supposed to become, he eventually made the decision to walk away and figure out who he actually wanted to be.

That journey led him deep into personal development, identity, masculinity, performance and understanding the patterns that shape the way we live our lives.

Today, Travis works as a coach helping athletes, business owners and high performers understand what’s actually holding them back, rather than just throwing another motivational quote at the problem.

We get into masculinity, purpose, self-worth, performance, relationships, identity and the unconscious patterns that can have a massive impact on how we show up in life.

A pretty raw conversation about figuring out who you are, taking responsibility for it, and having the balls to change when the life you're living isn't actually the life you want.

LINKS:

https://www.instagram.com/thetechnician/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

THIS SHOW IS SUPPORTED BY:

BREATHEEZE

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

DRINK KURO

hydration for high performers.

Sodium-forward hydration. Built for demanding conditions

https://drinkkuro.com/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EP 143 - BERNARD KERR - HIS FUTURE IN DH, RUNNING A TEAM, WINNING HARDLINE & INJURY UPDATE! Sep 13, 2026

Show notes

I sit down with Bernard Kerr in his shed in Wales after spending the last few days riding, hanging out and catching up.

In this episode, we get into all things Bernard — from his Hardline wins and what makes that event so special, to the challenge of running a race team while still being a professional racer himself.

We also talk about his recent injury updates, the reality of balancing racing, business and life, and where we think downhill and mountain biking as a whole is heading.

There’s plenty of racing stories, behind-the-scenes insight and a good chat between two people who have spent a big chunk of their lives around the sport.

I think you guys are going to really enjoy this one.

Thanks for watching and supporting the podcast.

#MountainBiking #DownhillMTB #BernardKerr #Hardline #MTB

LINKS:

https://www.instagram.com/bernard_kerr/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

THIS SHOW IS SUPPORTED BY:

BREATHEEZE

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

DRINK KURO

hydration for high performers.

Sodium-forward hydration. Built for demanding conditions

https://drinkkuro.com/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 142 - ALEX MARIN // "The Hardest Decision of My Racing Career" Jul 23, 2026

Show notes

For over a decade, Alex Marín has been one of Spain's fastest downhill mountain bikers, carving out an impressive career on the UCI World Cup circuit. From standing on Junior World Cup podiums to consistently battling inside the Elite top 10 against the best riders in the world, Alex experienced every high and low that comes with racing at the highest level.

After retiring from World Cup downhill, he didn't step away from competition. Instead, he embraced a new challenge, racing the E-Bike World Enduro Series before taking on one of the most exciting disciplines in cycling today: Red Bull's Urban Downhill events, where massive jumps, stair sets, and city streets become the race track.

In this episode, Alex opens up about what it's really like to spend ten years chasing the World Cup dream, the sacrifices behind life as a professional athlete, the mental and physical demands of elite racing, and why he decided it was time to close one chapter and start another. We also dive into his transition into urban racing, adapting to a completely different style of competition, and what continues to fuel his passion for riding.

Whether you're a mountain bike fan, an aspiring racer, or someone navigating life after a major career change, this conversation is packed with honest insights, great stories, and lessons from one of Spain's most accomplished downhill racers.

LINKS:

https://www.instagram.com/alex3marin/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

THIS SHOW IS SUPPORTED BY:

BREATHEEZE

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

DRINK KURO

hydration for high performers.

Sodium-forward hydration. Built for demanding conditions

https://drinkkuro.com/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 141 - Elizabeth Anne Walker // From Elite Athlete to NLP Empire, How to Built a Multi-Million Dollar Mission Jun 22, 2026

Show notes

In this episode of D&M's with Dean, I sit down with Elizabeth Anne Walker, founder of Integrated NLP, internationally recognised NLP trainer, speaker, author, and entrepreneur.

Elizabeth shares her journey from the world of elite sport into personal development, revealing how a relentless drive for growth led her to discover Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and ultimately build a business that has impacted thousands of lives around the world.

We dive into the principles behind NLP, the mindset shifts that helped her create extraordinary success, and why so many people remain stuck in patterns that hold them back from reaching their full potential. Elizabeth also opens up about the lessons she's learned building a multi-million-dollar business, the responsibility that comes with influence, and her mission to help others unlock the power of their own minds.

This conversation explores success, purpose, personal growth, leadership, and what it really takes to create lasting transformation in your life.

Topics include:

• Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

• Mindset and personal development

• High performance and success

• Building a multi-million-dollar business

• Overcoming limiting beliefs

• Leadership and influence

• Creating lasting personal transformation

• Finding purpose and fulfilment

If you're interested in understanding how your mind shapes your reality and want practical insights on creating a bigger impact in your life, this episode is for you.

If you have enjoyed this content and would like to work 1:1 with Dean please reach out on social media: https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

LINKS:

https://www.instagram.com/elizabethannewalker_eawtc/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

THIS SHOW IS SUPPORTED BY:

BREATHEEZE

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

DRINK KURO

hydration for high performers.

Sodium-forward hydration. Built for demanding conditions

https://drinkkuro.com/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 140 - Justin Potts // The Hidden Patterns Running Your Life May 05, 2026

Show notes

Most people think performance is about what you do… but what if it’s actually about what’s running beneath the surface?

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Potts — a high-performance coach working across athletes, business owners, and everyday people who know they’re capable of more, but feel something holding them back.

We get into the unconscious mind — how it shapes your decisions, your habits, and ultimately your life. Justin breaks down how anxiety isn’t something you have to live with, but something you can understand, rewire, and move through.

This isn’t surface-level motivation. It’s about getting honest with yourself, uncovering what’s really driving your behaviour, and learning how to shift it so you can perform, live, and think at a higher level.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re not quite reaching your potential — this one will hit.

Connect with me:

https://www.instagram.com/justin.potts.coaching/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 139 - Watene Waenga // How to unlock healthy masculinity Mar 31, 2026

Show notes

This isn’t just a conversation about masculinity — it’s a reset.

In a world where men are told to “man up” and stay silent, this podcast explores what it really means to be strong. Inspired by the work of Watene Waenga and the Amend Movement, we dive into emotional resilience, healing, and the courage to face what most men avoid.

Through raw conversations and real stories, we unpack the patterns men inherit — silence, pressure, disconnection — and how to break them. This is about learning to lead yourself, build stronger relationships, and show up as a grounded, emotionally present man.

Because healthy masculinity isn’t about dominance or suppression — it’s about awareness, accountability, and connection.

If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living with purpose, this is where it begins.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 138 - Brendon Riley // How fighting my whole life made become the man I was meant to be Nov 03, 2025

Show notes

Brendon Riley is a professional bull rider and fighter whose life has been one long ride with fear, pain, and adrenaline. From the chaos of his childhood — with his dad walking out and his mum battling alcoholism — Brendon learned early what it means to fight for himself. But over time, he’s realized the real fight wasn’t against bulls or opponents… it was against his own mindset.

After years of chasing danger through skydiving, motocross, and the rodeo circuit, Brendon’s journey has become less about surviving the rush and more about mastering his inner world. He’s turned his pain into purpose — shifting from a victim of his story to the hero of it.

Now, Brendon speaks on resilience, identity, and what it truly takes to rebuild yourself from the ground up. His story is proof that no matter where you come from, you can rewrite the ending — and rise stronger than ever.

Connect with me:

https://www.instagram.com/brendon_riley_/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 137 - Dean Lucas // transition from professional athlete to business owner - How to get out of your own way Oct 20, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, we dive into the raw, unfiltered journey of Dean Lucas — from life on the edge as a professional downhill mountain bike racer to navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. After a decade of competing at the highest level, Dean stepped away from the sport that shaped his identity and stepped into the unknown world of business, creativity, and personal growth.

What most people didn’t see behind the podium photos were the health struggles, mental battles, and identity clashes that came with a life lived in constant pursuit of performance. Burnout, physical setbacks, and a crumbling sense of self forced Dean to confront a deeper question: Who am I without the bike?

In this conversation, Dean opens up about:

Leaving behind a decorated athletic career and the fear of starting again.
The inner turmoil and health challenges that nearly broke him — and how they became the catalyst for change.
Building a business and creative space from scratch, with no guarantees and everything on the line.
Finding clarity, purpose, and peace on the other side of struggle.
Redefining success — not by trophies or numbers, but by impact, growth, and freedom.

Now, Dean’s mission is to help others break out of the boxes they’ve been placed in — athletes, entrepreneurs, anyone who’s ever felt lost outside their identity. This is a story about letting go, rebuilding, and discovering the power in choosing a life that’s truly yours.

If you’ve ever stood at a crossroads in your life, wondering what comes next — this episode is for you.

Connect with me:

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens.

If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then Athletic Greens is giving you

A FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to

athleticgreens.com/offtrack

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 136 - Dr. Steve Andrews // Inside the Operating Room with Action Sports' Go-To Surgeon Sep 24, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Steve Andrews, a leading upper limb specialist based in Brisbane, whose career has taken him from the operating room to the heart of the action sports world. From motocross and mountain biking, to BMX, football, and rugby, Steve has become the trusted surgeon for elite athletes pushing the limits of human performance.

We dive into the critical role he plays not just during surgery, but also in the lead-up to and recovery from some of the most complex procedures in sports medicine. Dr. Andrews breaks down the intensive path to becoming a top-tier surgeon, and shares what drew him into working with high-performance athletes.

We also explore cutting-edge recovery methods — including stem cell therapy and other innovations that are changing the game for healing and rehab.

Whether you're an athlete, a fan of high performance, or just curious about what it takes to keep the world's best moving — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Connect with us:

https://www.instagram.com/dr_steveandrews/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens.

If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then Athletic Greens is giving you

A FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to

athleticgreens.com/offtrack

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 135 - Meg Sutherland & Will Marty - Building Strength in Sport, Business & Faith Aug 18, 2025

Show notes

On this episode of D&M’s with Dean, I sit down with two powerhouse athletes and an even stronger couple — Meg Sutherland and Will Marty. Both world-class performers in the global fitness phenomenon HYROX, Meg is a two-time World Champion and Will is a relentless competitor who’s carved his own reputation on the world stage.

But their story goes far beyond the podium. Together, they’ve built a business rooted in their shared passion for health and performance, while also keeping faith at the center of everything they do. In this conversation, we dive into what it takes to compete at the highest level, the challenges and rewards of growing something meaningful together, and how they stay grounded in purpose while chasing greatness.

If you’re someone who wants to push your limits, balance ambition with values, and learn from two people truly living it, this one’s for you.

Connect with us:

https://www.instagram.com/megsutherland/

https://www.instagram.com/trainedtogosquad/

https://www.instagram.com/thisism3ga/

https://www.instagram.com/dnms.with.dean/

https://www.instagram.com/deanos_mykonos/

This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens.

If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then Athletic Greens is giving you

A FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to

athleticgreens.com/offtrack

Do you want to breathe easier, sleep better, and perform at your peak? Follow the link below and check out Breatheeze to get your breath back on track!

Use the code: DEAN

https://www.breatheeze.com.au?sca_ref=5974709.y5VH8csneM

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.