Rephonic
Artwork for Off The Podium

Off The Podium - An Olympics Podcast

Ben Waterworth, Colin Hilding & Jarrod Loobeek
Olympics
Olympic Games
Australia
Milano Cortina 2026
Canada
Winter Olympics
Ski Mountaineering
Bobsleigh
Milano Cortina
Paris 2024 Olympics
Swimming
Paris 2024
Milano Cortina Olympics
Cross-Country Skiing
Paralympics
Paris Olympics
Curling
Volleyball
Basketball
World Cup

Three men who dreamt of Olympic glory but have as much athletic prowess as a piece of cheese, bring you weekly Olympian interviews from every corner of the planet, as well as entertaining and insightful analysis from all things related to the Olympic Games.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes611Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Sports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Off The Podium

Latest Episodes

Jens Luraas Oftebro was one of the faces of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, securing a record-equalling sweep of the Nordic Combined events in Italy to bring his total Olympic medal count to five, including four gold medals. It was a crowning achie... more

Earlier this year at the Milano Cortina Olympics, Italian bobsledder Simona de Silvestro became one of the biggest stories of the Games. The accomplished racing driver had already achieved almost everything in motorsport, spending years competing in ... more

An absolutely massive interview coming your way today as we chat with one of Canada’s greatest Olympians and the only person in history to win multiple Olympic medals at both the Summer and Winter Olympics, the incredible Clara Hughes. Fresh off the ... more

Another special bonus episode coming through your speakers today as we take you right into the heart of Brisbane for the official reveal of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic emblems! We bring you all the excitement, atmosphere, news and behind... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Conversations
ConversationsABC Australia
The Imperfects
The ImperfectsHugh van Cuylenburg, Ryan Shelton & Josh van Cuylenburg

Recent Guests

Simona de Silvestro
Swiss-born racing driver and Italian Olympic bobsledder who competed in IndyCar and Supercars
Episode: Episode 606 - Simona de Silvestro Interview
Clara Hughes
Canadian Olympian with multiple medals in Summer and Winter Games, Bell spokesperson, mental health advocate
Not specified in transcript
Episode: Episode 605 - Clara Hughes Interview
Taymon Kenton-Smith
Para archer, two-time Paralympian
Australian Paralympic Team
Episode: Special Episode - Brisbane 2032 Emblem Reveal with Arisa Trew, Lucky Patterson & Taymon Kenton-Smith
Lucky Patterson
Paraswimmer, eight-time Paralympic medalist, Queenslander
Australian Paralympic Team
Episode: Special Episode - Brisbane 2032 Emblem Reveal with Arisa Trew, Lucky Patterson & Taymon Kenton-Smith
Arisa Trew
Olympic gold medalist and first Australian to win skateboarding gold
Australian Olympic Team
Episode: Special Episode - Brisbane 2032 Emblem Reveal with Arisa Trew, Lucky Patterson & Taymon Kenton-Smith
Brendan Low
Brisbane's local Olympic enthusiast and commentator
Brisbane 2032
Episode: Special Episode - Brisbane 2032 Emblem Reaction
Nikhil Alleyne
Olympic alpine skier from Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago Snow Sports Foundation
Episode: Episode 603 - Nikhil Alleyne Interview
Max Drion
Belgian SkiMo athlete, Olympian
Belgian Ski Mountaineering team
Episode: Episode 602 - Maximilien Drion Post-Milano Cortina Interview
Abbey Willcox
Australian Olympic aerial skier
Australian Olympic Committee / Australian team
Episode: Episode 601 - Abbey Willcox Post-Milano Cortina Interview

Hosts

Ben Waterworth
Host of Off The Podium; frequent lead moderator and interviewer.
Ben Mortimer
Co-host; regular contributor and interviewer.
Colin Hilding
Co-host; contributes as on-air analyst and conversationalist.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • So much fun!

    So much fun listening to this great show! I want the Olympics to be on all the time to hear them all talk about it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    john_John_81
    Canada6 years ago
  • Funny!

    Come back already! Where are you guys? I need my Olympic fix! Such a funny show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blair_Build_Me95
    Australia7 years ago
  • Olympics are funny again!

    I've never laughed so hard at a show before! Bring on more Olympics and more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reece892019
    New Zealand7 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    As a fellow Olympic fan, I love this podcast! Feels like im just sitting around chatting about the Games with fellow fans! It's great to have the interviews with athlets from both Australia and Canada in both summer and winter sports. There really isn't alot of Olympic specific podcasts so this is truly a gem! I can listen to others talk about the Olympics year round and it's a great addiiton to my podcast collection! Keep up the good work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abbi Taylor 250
    Canada9 years ago
  • Awesome

    These guys should be doing the official commentary.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carly-in-Oz
    Australia10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listener reviews praise the show for its fun, light-hearted tone and Olympic focus.
Listeners value the mix of humor with thoughtful discussions on performance and funding.
Fans appreciate candid athlete interviews and behind-the-scenes anecdotes.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 606 - Simona de Silvestro Interview
Q: Does the bobsleigh experience leave you feeling there is unfinished business and that you might continue toward 2030?
She says the Olympic results were below her hopes, but she believes improvement is possible, especially in her start. She enjoys the sport and has not ruled out continuing.
Episode 606 - Simona de Silvestro Interview
Q: Was the Olympic dream something that was always there when you were younger, or did it come later?
She was inspired by the Olympics from a young age, then began treating participation as a concrete goal after realizing bobsleigh could connect her driving experience with a path to the Games.
Episode 605 - Clara Hughes Interview
Q: What role did your spouse play in your journey through post-competition life?
Her husband provided grounded support, introduced her to new movement like thru-hiking, and helped maintain stability while she redefined herself outside sport.
Episode 605 - Clara Hughes Interview
Q: Can you describe how your approach to healing evolved after the knee surgeries and menopause?
Healing became about gentleness, not punishment, and about integrating therapy, breathwork, and other modalities to reconnect with myself beyond athletic identity.
Episode 598 - Charlotte Wilson Post-Milano Cortina Interview
Q: What was the impact of having an extra morning of competition before finals, and how did missing the first qualification affect your Olympic experience?
She felt the extra warm-up and competition time was advantageous, but also views missing Q1 as a valuable learning experience that contributed to later success and resilience.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Off The Podium

What is Off The Podium about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussion-focused Olympic-centric show featuring in-depth interviews with elite athletes and insiders, balanced with warm camaraderie and candid behind-the-scenes storytelling. Recent episodes spotlight personal journeys through debut Olympic sports, injuries, mental health, and funding challenges, often weaving in humorous banter and vivid anecdotes from training camps, competitions, and life after sport. The format tends to blend practical career insights with relatable human moments, making it appealing to sports fans, aspiring Olympians, and listeners seeking authentic, behind-the-scenes perspectives on high-performance athletics and sponsorships in the Olympic ecosystem.

Where can I find podcast stats for Off The Podium?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Off The Podium. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Off The Podium and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Off The Podium get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Off The Podium, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Off The Podium?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Off The Podium, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Off The Podium have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Off The Podium has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Off The Podium?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Off The Podium:

1. The Howie Games
2. Conversations
3. The Imperfects
4. Straight Talk with Mark Bouris
5. The Grade Cricketer

How many episodes of Off The Podium are there?

Off The Podium launched 10 years ago and published 611 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Off The Podium?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Off The Podium?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Off The Podium from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Off The Podium?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Off The Podium. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Off The Podium?

Recent guests on Off The Podium include:

1. Simona de Silvestro
2. Clara Hughes
3. Taymon Kenton-Smith
4. Lucky Patterson
5. Arisa Trew
6. Brendan Low
7. Nikhil Alleyne
8. Max Drion

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days