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The Mettleset Podcast

The Mettleset
International Women's Day
Cycling
UAE
Tennis
Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Jiu-Jitsu
Female Athlete Health
Mubadala Excellence Program
Baghdad Skate Girls
Ultra Endurance
Dressage
Gaza Sunbirds
Women's Sports Equity
IMG Tennis Events
Ski Dubai
Women's Sports In Iraq
Amenah Al Muhairi
Olympic Games
Adventure Cycling
Asian Games

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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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
Maryam Al Farsi
17-year-old Emirati sprinter who represented the UAE in the 100-meter sprint at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Episode: 105. Maryam Al Farsi - A Rising UAE Star On Stepping Onto Sport’s Biggest Stage
Dr. Mariana Kessler
Registered psychologist and sports psychologist in the UK
Episode: 103. Women in Sport Myth-Busting with Dr. Mariana Kessler
Dr. Margo Mountjoy
Clinical Professor at McMaster University and Sports Physician
McMaster University
Episode: 102. Avoiding the RED-S Card - Dr. Margo Mountjoy on Energy, Health & Equity in Sport
Nourelhoda Arafa
Seven time world indoor rowing medalist and Olympic hopeful, part of the Egyptian national team.
Egyptian National Rowing Team
Episode: 101. “Work Hard and Luck Will Chase You” - Nourelhoda Arafa, Egyptian national rower and The Mettleset’s very own on the road to LA28
Karis Miriam Brown
A former lawyer, ultra trail runner, and certified ultra running coach known for her passion for the sport.
Episode: 99.2 The GCC at UTMB: Karis M Brown Shares Her Story - Part 2
Ivana Kolaric
An endurance coach, ultra runner, ultra cyclist, and superwoman.
National Sky Running Team
Episode: 99.1 The GCC at UTMB: Ivana Kolaric, Fatema Husain & Sharifah AlQattan Share Their Stories - Part 1
Fatema Husain
An ultra endurance athlete and the first Bahraini and GCC woman to complete the 100-mile UTMB.
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Episode: 99.1 The GCC at UTMB: Ivana Kolaric, Fatema Husain & Sharifah AlQattan Share Their Stories - Part 1

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Dawn Barnable
Ultra Cyclist and Sports Communications Specialist

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 69 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

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The chemistry between hosts and the focus on endurance sports keeps it engaging.
A much needed platform highlighting women's sports in the region.
Great chat and excellent guests make it a top pick for athletes.
Listeners praise diverse guests and inspirational, actionable content.
Dawn and team spotlight Gulf sports with wellbeing angles and fascinating guests.

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108. “Golf Is a Crazy Sport”: Marianne Skarpnord on Life on Tour and the Evolution of Women’s Golf
Q: How do you see growing golf in new regions like Saudi Arabia?
Focus on accessible entry points like driving ranges and family-friendly setups so kids and parents can try golf together without the time commitment of a full course visit.
108. “Golf Is a Crazy Sport”: Marianne Skarpnord on Life on Tour and the Evolution of Women’s Golf
Q: What advice would you give a young girl starting golf?
Have fun, be patient, and multi-sport participation helps develop skills and resilience for a long career.
108. “Golf Is a Crazy Sport”: Marianne Skarpnord on Life on Tour and the Evolution of Women’s Golf
Q: What has been the biggest lesson from two decades on tour?
Never take your body for granted, listen to your body, stay patient, and try to live a little while traveling—balance playing with broader life experiences.
108. “Golf Is a Crazy Sport”: Marianne Skarpnord on Life on Tour and the Evolution of Women’s Golf
Q: What do you love most about golf?
The love comes from competition, the variety of people you can play with across generations, and the ability to experience amazing places and friendships built over many years on tour.
105. Maryam Al Farsi - A Rising UAE Star On Stepping Onto Sport’s Biggest Stage
Q: When did you think, okay, LA 28, I want to focus?
Honestly, when I hit my PB, it was the weeks after and I was talking to my coach and I was like, like, why not? Like, now that I know I can run 12, I know I can run faster.

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What is The Mettleset Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly show highlighting tenacity and mettle through endurance sports, with a regional focus on the Middle East and adjacent communities. Conversations blend athlete journeys, coaching insights, sports psychology, and the realities of competing in underreported sports, from ultra running and triathlon to women's sports and motorsports. Notable is the emphasis on empowering stories from women and diverse backgrounds, with guests ranging from Olympic hopefuls to champions and advocates, plus experts who dissect the science, nutrition, and mindset behind high-performance feats. The format tends to pair personal narratives with practical takeaways for listeners, making it valuable for aspiring athletes, sponsors seeking authentic regional spo... more

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2. Lily He
3. Maryam Al Farsi
4. Dr. Mariana Kessler
5. Dr. Margo Mountjoy
6. Nourelhoda Arafa
7. Karis Miriam Brown
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