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The Mettleset Podcast

The Mettleset
Women's Sports
Cycling
Triathlon
Women In Sports
Olympics
Running
Saudi Games
Freediving
International Women's Day
Dubai
UAE Tour Women
UAE
Saudi Arabia
NBA
Golf
Ultra Running
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Motorsport
Nutrition
New Balance Run Club

The Mettleset Podcast is on a mission to bring you stories of tenacity, courage and mettle from athletes in the Middle East and beyond. From women’s sports and motorsports to adventure, action- and ultra- endurance sports, and everything in between, listeners will get a dose of the region’s most compelling - fun and funny - underreported sports stories every week. Hosts Dawn Barnable (Sports Commu... more

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What do you do when you’re the only local woman teaching diving in your country, and the women who want to learn don’t have a place where they feel comfortable?

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Mavi García didn't turn professional until she was 31, after more than a decade working a full-time job and nearly ten years away from organized sport altogeth... more

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Dr Sarra Lajnef-Taylor made history as the first Tunisian woman to qualify for the Olympics in swimming, competing at London 2012. Since then, she's refused t... more

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Recent Guests

Ehdaa Al-Barwani
Oman's first female scuba diving instructor and dive center owner (Aura Divers)
Aura Divers
Episode: 116. 🇴🇲 🤿 “Diving is absolutely for everyone”: Ehdaa (Dee) Al-Barwani, Oman’s First Female Scuba Instructor
Mavi García
Professional cyclist, UAE Team L'IMAD
UAE Team L'IMAD
Episode: 115. "If You Can, Why Not?" - Pro Cyclist Mavi García on Making Tour de France History, and The Gift of Racing On
Sarra Lajnef-Taylor
A Olympian and multi-discipline endurance athlete
Olympian & 5x Guinness World Record Holder
Episode: 114. "Losing is Never the End" - 🇹🇳 Dr. Sarra Lajnef-Taylor, Olympian & 5x Guinness World Record Holder
Johan Lindeberg
Visionary designer behind Diesel, J.Lindeberg, and JL.
JL., Diesel
Episode: 113. "Riyadh Is The New NYC" — Jay3lle Founder Johan Lindeberg on Intuition, Community and Changing Golf from Saudi Arabia
Lindzi Nader
Lebanese triathlete and coach
Prophet Academy / Lebanon Triathlon Community
Episode: 111. “We Don’t Stop. I Don’t Give Up.” – Lebanese Triathlete Lindzi Nader on Samla, suffering, and staying in the race
Carlota Ciganda
Professional golfer, LPGA/LET player and Solheim Cup contributor
Professional golfer
Episode: 110. “When It’s Easy, I Find It Boring” - Pro Golfer Carlota Ciganda Live From the Aramco Championship, Las Vegas
Maha Alshehhi
Long-distance swimmer, UAE National Team member
UAE National Team
Episode: 109. “Go Get the Milk. Then Get the Bread.” — UAE Swimmer Maha AlShehhi’s Olympic Mindset
Marianne Skarpnord
Professional golfer on the Ladies European Tour
Professional golfer, Golf Saudi Ambassador
Episode: 108. “Golf Is a Crazy Sport”: Marianne Skarpnord on Life on Tour and the Evolution of Women’s Golf
Lily He
Professional golfer on the LPGA Tour, prominent figure in women's golf and motorsports crossovers
LPGA
Episode: 107. Muni "Lily" He at the PIF Saudi Ladies International - On Golf, the Grind & Why She Loves F1 Academy

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Dawn Barnable
Host of The Mettleset Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Amazing

    Dawn and the team are doing a fantastic job. So many fascinating characters and Sports covered across the Gulf, love the wellbeing and physchology angles! Keep them coming.

    Chris

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brit in UAE
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A 5 star listen

    A brilliant show with great chat and even better guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jmesgolf
    Ireland3 years ago
  • A much needed podcast!

    Big shoutout to The Mettleset as I’m FINALLY able to hear women’s experiences in sport from this part of the world. keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spinderella DXB
    United Arab Emirates3 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    A great Podcast for Athletes or Sports Enthusiasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AriMayton
    United Arab Emirates3 years ago
  • Amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    In summary, this podcast deserves every one of its 5 stars. It's informative, and a fantastic way to expand your knowledge while enjoying your daily commute or leisure time. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a top-tier podcast experience!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Med Hallou
    United Arab Emirates3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts' chemistry and ability to extract practical insights from athletes is repeatedly highlighted.
Listeners praise diverse, inspiring guest lineups and the focus on women's sports in the Gulf region.
The positive, community-oriented tone is frequently mentioned as a distinguishing factor.
Audience appreciates coverage of underreported sports and regional growth, with emphasis on wellbeing and psychology.
Fans note the show's ability to motivate outdoor activity and perseverance, especially for female athletes.

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115. "If You Can, Why Not?" - Pro Cyclist Mavi García on Making Tour de France History, and The Gift of Racing On
Q: What was it like winning a Tour de France Femmes stage at 41, and did you expect to make history in that moment?
She describes it as an explosive release of emotion, not initially realizing she had made history, with understanding growing in the days and months after as the reality set in.
111. “We Don’t Stop. I Don’t Give Up.” – Lebanese Triathlete Lindzi Nader on Samla, suffering, and staying in the race
Q: How do you stay motivated and manage training while balancing work and family?
She emphasizes a support network, delegation at work, and the mindset that motivation ebbs and flows; consistent routines, meaningful goals, and community support help sustain long-term progress.
111. “We Don’t Stop. I Don’t Give Up.” – Lebanese Triathlete Lindzi Nader on Samla, suffering, and staying in the race
Q: What was the turning point that shifted your focus from sprint to long-distance and 70.3/Ironman pathways?
A breakthrough at a 2019 70.3 race with limited training underlined that non-drafting, longer formats played to her strengths, prompting a strategic shift with sponsorship and dedicated endurance training.
111. “We Don’t Stop. I Don’t Give Up.” – Lebanese Triathlete Lindzi Nader on Samla, suffering, and staying in the race
Q: What first drew you to sport and triathlon, and how did it shape your path?
Her love for challenge and a family sporting background, particularly influenced by her mother who played basketball, led her to swimming first and then to triathlon, balancing studies and training to build resilience.
110. “When It’s Easy, I Find It Boring” - Pro Golfer Carlota Ciganda Live From the Aramco Championship, Las Vegas
Q: How has college golf prepared you for life on the tour?
Playing in college helped me adapt to a high level, understand competition against great players, and get used to the life on tour, including the supportive network that keeps you going.

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The show centers on tenacity, resilience, and high-performance in endurance and action sports, with a strong emphasis on women athletes, regional development in the Gulf, and safeguarding and wellbeing in sport. Guests range from Olympians and world-class professionals to rising stars and athletes navigating cultural, logistical, and financial hurdles. The format blends personal storytelling with practical insights on training, injury, sponsorship, media, and the evolving sports ecosystem in the Middle East, making it a go-to for listeners who crave mentorship, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes perspective on underreported sports stories.

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2. Mavi García
3. Sarra Lajnef-Taylor
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5. Lindzi Nader
6. Carlota Ciganda
7. Maha Alshehhi
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