EP51 - RED BULL HAT RULES • TOMMY FURY T100 • TRAIL HEADPHONES • NOOSA BIKE 101
Courtney & Liam rip into a spicy mix this week: why you can’t buy a Red Bull cap (you’ve gotta earn it), Tommy Fury’s T100 Riviera “finish” and the transparency chat, trail etiquette vs headphones (look up, say g’day), and first-bike tips for Noosa Tri newbies—when to hire, when to buy, and how you can literally buy speed.We also hit Chase the Five race vibes, Dubai’s air-conned “Mall-athlon,” YouTube’s NFL takeover, Gold Coast Suns finals fever, Kira Parkrun’s sneaky distance, open-water Wednesdays at Tallebudgera, plus an Andy Buchanan injury update and a listener fact-check keeping us honest. Aussie endurance stew, served hot.Jason Paul - How to Get Sponsored by Red BullWicked Wednesday Swimming Info - @saltwaterswimmersSHOUTS & MAILBAG: William Reid (Red Bull hat Q), Gareth Watkins (Chase the Five), Britt the Physio (trail manners), Alex Baker (Sydney Mara results).ROAD TO NOOSA TRI SERIES: Wednesday's - Ep1 (Dan Atkins) is live; swimming next week.RATE & FOLLOW: If you’re racing Noosa—or just love a yarn—follow the show and flick it to a mate. Send Qs on Insta @inthebeginningpod.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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ROAD TO NOOSA TRI #1: COURSE INTEL WITH OLYMPIC COACH DAN ATKINS
We’re back for a new event series, but this time in TRI mode. Australia’s National Triathlon Coach Dan Atkins joins Courtney & Liam to break down the Noosa Triathlon course: surf swim realities, the long run to T1, Garmin Hill (and the frighteningly fast descent), and the deceptively spicy 10K with those infamous cul-de-sacs. Plus: Matt Hauser’s form, Braden Mercer’s defending-champ storyline, and why Noosa is “fit people Christmas.” Next Episode on Road to Noosa: How to Swim Noosa — a practical deep-dive.Follow Noosa Triathlon @noosatriathlonFollow Dan Atkins @danatkinstrainingFollow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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TRAILER - ROAD TO NOOSA TRI WEDNESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER
Road to Noosa Tri is coming in hot. 🇦🇺Liam & Courtney welcome Australia’s Olympic Triathlon Coach as the expert in the series - coach to Aussie current World #1 Matt Hauser and last year's Noosa Triathlon winner Brayden Mercer.Who’s it for?From first-timers chasing a finish to elites hunting seconds — we’ve got you covered.Series launch: Wednesday, 10 September 2025Episode 1: Course Intel with Coach Dan AtkinsHit Follow and tap the 🔔 so you don’t miss EP1 — then send your Noosa Qs for our swim/bike/run deep-dives.
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EP50 - SYDNEY MARATHON DEBRIEF
Our first live show ✅ Sydney’s first World Major Marathon ✅ Kipchoge in Centennial Park ✅We wrap a monster weekend:Bondi Icebergs live pod with Andy Buchanan, Erica Greenwell & Clint KimminsSydney Mara atmosphere, expo chaos & 2,000-strong shakeout runsKipchoge dropped at 30K (still smiling, thumbs up)Women’s race rewriting Aussie history with Sifan HassanBrand battles: ASICS, Nike, New Balance & ON going bigListener shoutouts: Guinness record in thongs + Jack falling asleep to the podLiam’s sub-40 10K chase & Courtney’s scare resetAnd… a tease of our next ROAD TO series 👀Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on StravaShow Notes:10 x 10 Challenge - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/10-x-10-challenge-tickets-1442763246709
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EP49 - LIVE AT BONDI: ANDY BUCHANAN, AG1 & SYDNEY MARATHON WEEK
For the very first time In The Beginning went live — thanks to our mates at AG1 — inside the iconic Bondi Icebergs dining room.We’re joined by Australian marathon record holder Andy Buchanan, nutritionist Erica Greenwell, and big-wave charger/triathlete Clint Kimmins in front of a packed room of runners gearing up for Sydney Marathon.From beating Kipchoge (yes, really) to stress reactions, shoe rotations, nutrition hacks, and whether Bendigo actually trumps Sydney and the Gold Coast as a running mecca — this ep has everything.Huge thanks to AG1 for making this live show possible and for backing Aussie endurance sport.#sydneymarathon #AG1 #runningaustraliaFind out more info on AG1 - hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
Welcome to the ‘In the Beginning Podcast’ – where Liam Flanagan - Triple M Radio Host and Courtney Atkinson - Olympian & Red Bull Endurance Athlete have a yarn about all things running, fitness, and life. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, have a listen for some real sports talk & a few laughs based all based around running . Recorded on the Gold Coast!
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