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Triathlon
Ironman
New Zealand
Mental Prep Process
Mike Pigg
Kona
70.3
Ironman World Championships
Craig Alexander
PTO (professional Triathletes Organisation)
Auckland Ironman
World Cup Race
Ironman Portugal
Chatgpt
Australian Events
Ironman Western Australia
Olympics
San Diego Track Club
Napier, New Zealand
PTO

Since 2006 IMTalk has been the weekly Ironman fix for thousands of athletes from all around the world! Bevan James Eyles and 'Coach' John Newsom cover the latest news, reviews and tips for Ironman Triathlon. If you love Ironman, you'll love this podcast! It will improve your training and racing. So click subscribe and join the worlds biggest Ironman podcast!

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of Legends of Triathlon, we sit down with two-time ITU World Series Helen Jenkins - one of the defining athletes of her era.

A fierce competitor and Olympian, Helen reached the very top of the sport with world titles in 2008 and 201... more

In this episode of Legends of Triathlon, we sit down with one of the sport's most distinctive champions - Faris Al-Sultan, the 2005 IRONMAN World Champion. Known for his trademark beard, his fierce competitiveness, and his no-nonsense approach to rac... more

In this episode of Legends of Triathlon, we sit down with one of New Zealand's greatest endurance athletes, Cameron Brown. Known for his incredible longevity at the top of the sport, Cameron carved out a career that spanned decades, inspiring generat... more

In this episode we have legendary Australian athlete Mirinda Carfrae.

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Recent Guests

Helen Jenkins
Two-time World Triathlon Champion at Short Course, former World Champion and Olympic finalist; co-host of Triathlon live coverage
World Triathlon / Triathlon Live Coverage
Episode: IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 67 - Helen Jenkins
Faris Al-Sultan
2005 Ironman World Champion with numerous other Ironman victories.
Episode: IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 66 - Faris Al-Sultan
Cameron Brown
Legendary New Zealand triathlete and 12-time Ironman New Zealand champion
Episode: IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 65 - Cameron Brown
Mirinda Carfrae
Three-time Ironman World Champion and professional triathlete
Episode: IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 64 - Mirinda Carfrae
Paul Newsome
Owner of Swim Smooth, expert in swimming technique and training camps
Swim Smooth
Episode: IMTalk Episode 973 - Paul Newsome from Swim Smooth
Jack Moody
Kiwi athlete and triathlete
Episode: IMTalk Episode 970 - Pro Athlete Jack Moody
Deb Lynch
Winner of the Coast to Coast and former elite triathlete
Episode: IMTalk Episode 969 - Pro Athlete Deb Lynch
Kacper Stepniak
Professional triathlete from Poland, world number 34 in the PTO rankings, second place finisher at the Florida Ironman.
Polish National Triathlon Team
Episode: IMTalk Episode 967 - Pro Athlete Kacper Stepniak
Nico Mann
Professional triathlete and T100 athlete
PTO
Episode: IMTalk Episode 966 - Pro Athlete Nico Mann

Hosts

John Newsom
Host and coach with a focus on Ironman training and endurance sport insights. Frequently discusses race strategy, training philosophy, and athlete development.
Bevan James Eyles
Co-host with extensive involvement in the Ironman community and long-time endurance sports coach and athlete. Known for hosting, coaching insights, and sport commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 572 ratings
  • These guys are the best

    I can’t believe they’ve put out over 850 episodes and going strong week after week! Triathlon news, training tips, interviews, history, tech, gossip more.

    I’ve listened to them since around 2007 almost every week and it’s never been a boring show. John and Bevan’s are the real Legends of Triathlon IMO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DerTriathlet
    United States3 years ago
  • love it every week. can't live without it. world triathlon series coverage is my favorite part.

    Audible
    5
    karl barksdale
    United States4 years ago
  • best triathlon podcast

    love it every week. can't live without it. world triathlon series coverage is my favorite part.

    Audible
    5
    karl barksdale
    United States4 years ago
  • The original and best

    I’ve listened to every episode of IMTalk - topical, educational and fun. Got me through 6 years of training for Ironman and has kept me in touch since I moved on to other things. Kia Kaha. MountainSnail

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MountainSnail
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • 5 stars isn’t enough!

    I’ve listened to the podcast on and off for several years, and every one of them is not only informative, but hilarious. The content is good, and the interplay between John and Bevan takes it to the next level. I’d honestly say this podcast deserves note than 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy H 419
    United States5 years ago

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Positive reception highlighting consistent high-quality content, entertaining banter, and strong guest lineups.
Listeners appreciate practical training tips, up-to-date sport news, and the host chemistry.
The show is seen as a reliable, long-running resource for triathlon enthusiasts, with occasional critiques of industry changes balanced by humor and camaraderie.

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IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 66 - Faris Al-Sultan
Q: What was it like emotionally to know you're gonna win, you're pretty early in your career, the world championships?
I was very, very anxious and I turned around every 100 meters to see if somebody's coming up.
IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 66 - Faris Al-Sultan
Q: How did it change your life?
After my third place in Kona, my parents realized that I haven't achieved that by chance and it was not all an accident, it required a lot of hard work.
IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 65 - Cameron Brown
Q: How did you transition from short course to Ironman racing?
Cameron had a dream to race an Ironman and embraced the long course after finding success in half Ironman events.
IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 65 - Cameron Brown
Q: What inspired you to do your first race?
Cameron was inspired at school when triathlon was just getting started and decided to join the tri-squad.
IMTalk Episode 961 - Jackie Fairweather (Gallagher)
Q: So what was it like in that first period? So you go from this kind of academic life to then suddenly having a bit of work, but kind of being the full-time athlete?
Jackie described it as a culture shock, transitioning from a conservative training routine to a demanding triathlon training schedule. She initially struggled to adapt but soon gained belief as her performances improved.

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What is IMTalk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A steady stream of in-depth conversations and timely coverage around endurance sports, with a focus on Ironman triathlon. Episodes typically feature high-profile athletes, coaches, and industry figures sharing career reflections, training insights, race strategies, and opinions on evolving formats and events. The banter between hosts remains a hallmark, providing accessibility and entertainment alongside practical tips on training, technique, and race execution. This show is likely to appeal to serious amateur and pro triathletes, coaches, and enthusiasts who want both actionable guidance and a sense of community around the sport. A notable strength is the consistent co-host dynamic and frequent guest appearances from legendary and current ... more

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